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Allied Telesis AT-x550-18XTQ Installation Manual

X550 series, stackable 10gigabit intelligent access ethernet switches alliedware plus
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x550 Series
Stackable 10Gigabit Intelligent Access Ethernet Switches
AlliedWare Plus™ v5.4.7A-0
AT-x550-18XTQ
AT-x550-18XSQ
Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis
Stacking
613-002435 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 Series Stackable 10Gigabit Intelligent Access Ethernet Switches AlliedWare Plus™ v5.4.7A-0 AT-x550-18XTQ AT-x550-18XSQ Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 613-002435 Rev. A...
  • Page 2 Allied Telesis, Inc. has been advised of, known, or should have known, the...
  • Page 3 Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Radiated Energy Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
  • Page 4 Translated Safety Statements Important: Safety statements that have the  symbol are translated into multiple languages in the Translated Safety Statements document at www.alliedtelesis.com/support.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ....................................11 Document Conventions ...............................12 Contacting Allied Telesis ..............................13 Chapter 1: Overview ................................ 15 Front and Rear Panels ................................16 Management Panel ................................18 Features ....................................19 x550 Models .................................19 1Gbps/10Gbps Twisted Pair Ports ..........................19 1Gbps SFP or 10Gbps SFP+ Transceiver Slots ......................19 40Gbps QSFP+ Transceiver Slots ..........................20...
  • Page 6 Specifying Ports in the Command Line Interface for Stacks..................... 116 Chapter 9: Cabling the Networking Ports ........................117 Cabling the 1Gbps/10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch ................... 118 Guidelines to Handling SFP, SFP+, and QSFP+ Transceivers ..................119 Installing 1Gbps SFP or 10Gbps SFP+ Transceivers in the AT-x550-18XSQ Switch............120 Installing AT-SP10TW Direct Connect Twinax Cables in the AT-x550-18XSQ Switch ............
  • Page 7 Figure 4: QSFP+ to SFP+ Breakout Cable...........................24 Figure 5: Link and Activity LEDs for the 1Gbps/10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ, Switch ..........28 Figure 6: Link and Activity LEDs for the 1Gbps SFP and 10Gbps Slot+ Slots on the AT-x550-18XSQ Switch ....29 Figure 7: LEDs for the 40Gbps QSFP+ Slots ........................30...
  • Page 8 Figures Figure 50: Returning to the Privileged Exec Mode with the EXIT Command ...............93 Figure 51: Saving the Change with the WRITE Command....................94 Figure 52: Rebooting the Switch with the REBOOT Command....................94 Figure 53: SHOW SYSTEM Command ..........................96 Figure 54: SHOW LICENSE BRIEF Command ........................96 Figure 55: Removing the Dust Cover from Slot 17 ......................101 Figure 56: Sliding the AT-QSFPCU Cable into Slot 17.......................102 Figure 57: Removing the Dust Cover from Slot 21 ......................102...
  • Page 9 Table 3: Link and Activity LEDs on the 1Gbps/10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch ..........28 Table 4: Link and Activity Status LEDs on the 1Gbps and 10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch ......29 Table 5: Link and Activity Status LEDs for the 40Gbps QSFP+ Transceiver Slots with QSFP+ Transceivers ....31 Table 6: Link and Activity Status LEDs for the 40Gbps QSFP+ Transceiver Slots with Breakout Cables ......31...
  • Page 10 Tables...

  • Page 11: Preface

    10 Gigabit, Layer 3 Ethernet switches. This preface contains the following sections:  “Document Conventions” on page 12  “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 13 Note This guide explains how to install the switches in a virtual stack with ™ the Virtual Chassis Stacking (VCStack ) feature.

  • Page 12: Document Conventions

    Preface Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury.

  • Page 13: Contacting Allied Telesis

    Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Contacting Allied Telesis If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support by going to the Support & Services section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for the following services on this page: ...
  • Page 14 Preface...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Overview

    Chapter 1 Overview This chapter contains the following sections:  “Front and Rear Panels” on page 16  “Management Panel” on page 18  “Features” on page 19  “1Gbps/10Gbps Twisted Pair Ports” on page 22  “1Gbps SFP or 10Gbps SFP+ Transceiver Slots” on page 23 ...

  • Page 16: Front And Rear Panels

    Transceiver Slots AT-x550-18XSQ 1Gbps SFP or 10Gbps SFP+ Transceiver Slots Management Panel 40Gbps QSFP+ Transceiver Slots Figure 1. Front Panels of the AT-x550-18XTQ and AT-x550-18XSQ Switches The rear panel of the switches is shown in Figure 2 on page 17.

  • Page 17: Figure 2: Back Panel

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking AC Power Supply Connector Figure 2. Back Panel...

  • Page 18: Management Panel

    Chapter 1: Overview Management Panel Figure 3 identifies the components on the management panel. Console Management Port eco-friendly Button Switch ID LED USB Port Figure 3. Management Panel...

  • Page 19: Features

    Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Features The Allied Telesis x550 Series switches are stackable 10 Gigabit, Layer 3 Ethernet switches. The following sections lists the features of the switches: x550 Models Table 1 lists the basic features of the x550 Switches.

  • Page 20: 40Gbps Qsfp+ Transceiver Slots

    Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches. QSFP+ transceivers must be purchased separately. For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the x550 Series data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site. For instructions on the VCStack feature, refer to the x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking.

  • Page 21: Installation Options

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installation Here are the installation options for the switches: Options  Desk or tabletop  19-inch equipment rack  Wooden or concrete wall Management Here are the management software and interfaces: Software and ...

  • Page 22: 1Gbps/10Gbps Twisted Pair Ports

    Chapter 1: Overview 1Gbps/10Gbps Twisted Pair Ports The specifications of the sixteen twisted pair ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch are listed in Table 2. Table 2. Twisted Pair Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch State Description Port Speed 1Gbps or 10Gbps You can set port speed with Auto- Negotiation or manually.

  • Page 23: 1Gbps Sfp Or 10Gbps Sfp+ Transceiver Slots

    You can set the port speeds with Auto-Negotiation or manually. The default is Auto-Negotiation. SFP or SFP+ transceivers must be purchased separately. For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the x550 Series product sheet on the Allied Telesis web site.

  • Page 24: Qsfp+ Transceiver Slots

    Guide for Stand-alone Switches. For a list of supported QSFP+ transceivers, refer to the x550 Series product sheet on the Allied Telesis web site. When the switch is operating as a stand-alone device and the VCStack feature is disabled, you can use the QSFP+ transceiver slots with the AT- QSFP-4SFP10G-3CU and AT-QSFP-4SFP10G-5CU breakout cables.
  • Page 25 x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking the port numbers 17, 18, 19, and 20.  The four 10Gbps transceivers on a breakout cable in slot 21 have the port numbers 21, 22, 23, and 24.

  • Page 26: Eco-Friendly Button

    Chapter 1: Overview eco-friendly Button The eco-friendly button on the front panel of the switch is used to toggle the port LEDs on or off. You might turn off the LEDs to conserve electricity when you are not monitoring the device. You can also toggle the LEDs with the ECOFRIENDLY LED and NO ECOFRIENDLY LED commands in the Global Configuration mode of the command line interface of the AlliedWare Plus management software.

  • Page 27: Vcstack Feature

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking VCStack Feature You can use the switches as stand-alone units or join multiple units together with the QSFP+ transceiver slots and the VCStack feature. The switches of a VCStack act as a single virtual unit. They synchronize their actions so that switching operations, like spanning tree protocols, virtual LANs, and static port trunks, span across all of the units and ports.

  • Page 28: Leds

    Chapter 1: Overview LEDs The LEDs are described in the following sections. LEDs for the The 1Gbps/10Gbps twisted pair ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch have one LED that displays link and activity information. The LED is shown in 1Gbps/10Gbps Figure 5.

  • Page 29: Leds For The 1Gbps Sfp And 10Gbps Sfp+ Transceiver Slots

    Slots on the AT-x550-18XSQ Switch The LED displays link status and activity. The possible LED states are described in Table 4. Table 4. Link and Activity Status LEDs on the 1Gbps and 10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch State Description Solid Green The transceiver has established a 10Gbps link to a network device.

  • Page 30: Leds For The 40Gbps Qsfp+ Transceiver Slots

    Chapter 1: Overview Table 4. Link and Activity Status LEDs on the 1Gbps and 10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch (Continued) State Description Solid Amber The transceiver has established a 1Gbps link to a network device. Flashing Amber The transceiver is transmitting or receiving data in 1Gbps.

  • Page 31: Table 5: Link And Activity Status Leds For The 40Gbps Qsfp+ Transceiver Slots With Qsfp+ Transceivers

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Table 5. Link and Activity Status LEDs for the 40Gbps QSFP+ Transceiver Slots with QSFP+ Transceivers State Description Solid Green The transceiver has established a 40Gbps link to a network device. Flashing Green The transceiver is transmitting or receiving data.

  • Page 32: Switch Id Led

    Chapter 1: Overview Switch ID LED The Switch ID LED, shown in Figure 8, displays the ID number of the switch. A stand-alone switch has the ID number 0. Switches in a VCStack have the numbers 1 to 4. The procedures in Chapter 8, “Powering On and Verifying the Stack”...

  • Page 33: Figure 10: Switch Id Leds In Low Power Mode

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking  The internal temperature of the switch has exceeded the normal operating range and the switch may shut down. Note You can use the SHOW SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT command in the command line interface to identify the source of the problem. The states of the LED when the switch is operating in the low power mode are shown in Figure 10.

  • Page 34: Usb Port

    Chapter 1: Overview USB Port The management panel has a USB port. You may use the port to store configuration files on flash drives or to restore configuration files to switches whose settings have been lost or corrupted, or to quickly configure replacement units.

  • Page 35: Console Port

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Console Port The Console port is an RS232 serial management port. You use the port to access the AlliedWare Plus management software on the switch to configure the feature settings or monitor status or statistics. This type of management is commonly referred to as local management because you have to be at the physical location of the switch and use the management cable included with the unit.

  • Page 36: Power Supply

    Chapter 1: Overview Power Supply The switch comes with a pre-installed power supply. Refer to “Technical Specifications” on page 129 for the input voltage ranges. Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.  E3 Note The power supply is not field-replaceable.

  • Page 37: Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking

    Chapter 2 Virtual Chassis Stacking The sections in this chapter are listed here:  “Overview” on page 38  “Stacking Guidelines” on page 39  “Stack Trunk” on page 40  “Master and Member Switches” on page 41  “Switch ID Numbers” on page 43 ...

  • Page 38: Overview

    Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Overview The Virtual Chassis Stacking (VCStack) feature allows you to connect together two x550 Series switches so that they function as a single networking unit. Some of the benefits of the VCStack feature are listed here: ...

  • Page 39: Stacking Guidelines

    17 and 21 in the switches.  You must use Allied Telesis 40Gbps QSFP+ transceivers for the stack trunk. The switches will not form a stack with QSFP+ transceivers from other network equipment providers. For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the product’s data sheet on the...

  • Page 40: Stack Trunk

    The two switches of a stack are connected together with a trunk of QSFP+ transceivers installed in slots 17 and 21. The transceivers must be from Allied Telesis and be approved for use as a stack trunk for x550 Series switches. The following transceivers were approved at the time this manual was written: ...

  • Page 41: Master And Member Switches

    ID numbers to resolve situations where two or more switches have the same ID number.  Verify that the stacking transceivers are from Allied Telesis and they are cabled correctly. The parameter settings of the switches of the stack are stored in configuration files in the flash memories of the master and member switches.
  • Page 42 Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking the MAC address, the higher the priority. The switch with the lowest MAC address becomes the master switch. If you power on the stack for the first time without adjusting the priority values, the master switch is selected based on the MAC addresses if the units are powered on simultaneously.

  • Page 43: Switch Id Numbers

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Switch ID Numbers Each switch must have an ID number. The numbers are 1 and 2. The default is 1. The ID numbers are displayed on the ID LEDs on the front panels of the units.

  • Page 44: Optional Feature Licenses

    These features come with the AlliedWare Plus operating system, but they have to be unlocked before you can use them. The features are unlocked with feature licenses from Allied Telesis. For a list of optional feature licenses for this product, refer to its product sheet on the Allied Telesis web site.

  • Page 45: Chapter 3: Beginning The Installation

    Chapter 3 Beginning the Installation The chapter contains the following sections:  “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 46  “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 50  “Unpacking the Switch” on page 51...

  • Page 46: Reviewing Safety Precautions

    Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before beginning the installation procedure. Note Safety statements that have the  symbol are translated into multiple languages in the Translated Safety Statements document at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. Warning Class 1 Laser product.
  • Page 47 x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.  E3 Warning Class I Equipment. This equipment must be earthed. The power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet.
  • Page 48  E25 Warning The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack.  E28 Note Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the device.
  • Page 49 x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Caution Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.  E36 Warning Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuits (e.g., use of power strips).

  • Page 50: Choosing A Site For The Switch

    Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation Choosing a Site for the Switch Observe these requirements when planning the installation of the switch.  If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, check that the rack is safely secured so that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near the bottom of the rack.

  • Page 51: Unpacking The Switch

    Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Unpacking the Switch Figure 12 shows the shipping box for the switch. Figure 12. AT-x550-18XTQ or AT-x550-18XSQ Switch Shipping Box The items in the box are listed here:  A - Protective bag ...

  • Page 52: Figure 13: Accessory Kit

    Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation Figure 13 here and Figure 14 on page 53 list the items in the accessory kit that comes with the switch. Contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance if any item is missing or damaged.

  • Page 53: Figure 14: Accessory Kit (Continued)

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Two AT-RKMT-J14 equipment rack brackets Two handles for the AT-RKMT- J14 equipment rack brackets Four screws for attaching the handles to the equipment rack brackets: Length: 6.0mm (0.2 in.) Diameter: 4.0mm (0.2 in.) Figure 14.
  • Page 54 Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation...

  • Page 55: Chapter 4: Installing The Switch On A Table Or In An Equipment Rack

    Chapter 4 Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack This chapter contains the instructions for installing the switch on a table or in an equipment rack. The procedures in this chapter are listed here:  “Installing the Switch on a Table or Desktop” on page 56 ...

  • Page 56: Installing The Switch On A Table Or Desktop

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack Installing the Switch on a Table or Desktop This section contains the procedure for installing the switch on a table. Note The rubber feet on the bottom of the chassis should be left on for table installation.

  • Page 57: Overview Of Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Overview of Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack You can install the switch in a 19-inch equipment rack two ways. One way is with the two AT-RKMT-J14 brackets that come with the switch. Refer to Figure 15.

  • Page 58: Figure 17: At-Rkmt-J15 Bracket With Switches

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack The bracket lets you install two switches side-by-side. Refer to Figure 17. Figure 17. AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket with Switches Note The AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket is purchased separately. For installation instructions refer to “Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack with the AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket”...

  • Page 59: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack With The At-Rkmt-J14 Brackets

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack with the AT-RKMT-J14 Brackets This section contains the procedure for installing the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, with the two AT-RKMT-J14 Brackets included with the switch.

  • Page 60: Figure 19: At-Rkmt-J14 Bracket Holes

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack Set 1 Set 2 Figure 19. AT-RKMT-J14 Bracket Holes You can use the different sets of holes on the switch and brackets to install the switch in the equipment rack in a variety of orientations. You can install it with the front panel flush with, extending in front of, or recessed behind the front of the equipment rack.

  • Page 61: Installing The Switch With The At-Rkmt-J14 Brackets

    Brackets on page 50 before installing the switch in an equipment rack. Caution The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack.  E28 To install the switch in a 19-inch equipment rack with the AT-RKMT-J14 Brackets, perform the following procedure: 1.

  • Page 62: Figure 22: Attaching The Handles To The At-Rkmt-J14 Brackets

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack Figure 22. Attaching the Handles to the AT-RKMT-J14 Brackets 2. Place the switch on a level, secure surface. 3. Attach the two brackets to the sides of the switch in the selected position, using the eight M4x6mm screws included with the unit.

  • Page 63: Figure 24: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 4. Have another person hold the switch in the equipment rack at the desired location while you secure it using four standard equipment rack screws (not provided). Refer to Figure 24. Figure 24. Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack 5.

  • Page 64: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack With The At-Rkmt-J15 Bracket

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack with the AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket This section contains the procedure for installing the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, with the optional AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket. Required Items The following items are required to install the switch in an equipment rack with the AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket:...

  • Page 65: Figure 26: Loosening The Two Thumbscrews On The Front Of The At-Rkmt-J15 Bracket

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 2. Loosen the two thumbscrews on the front of the bracket. Refer to Figure 26. Figure 26. Loosening the Two Thumbscrews on the Front of the AT- RKMT-J15 Bracket 3. Slide out the bracket tray. Refer to Figure 27. Figure 27.

  • Page 66: Figure 28: Removing The Plastic Feet From The Bottom Panel Of The Switch

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack Note Steps 4 to 6 remove the plastic feet from the bottom of the switch. You must remove the plastic feet to install the switch in the AT- RKMT-J15 Bracket.

  • Page 67: Figure 29: Placing A Switch In The At-Rkmt-J15 Bracket

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 29. Placing a Switch in the AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket 8. Install two M4x6mm screws included with the switch to secure the switch to the bracket. Refer to Figure 30. Figure 30. Securing the Switch to the AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket 9.

  • Page 68: Figure 31: Sliding In The Bracket Tray

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack 10. Slide in the bracket tray. Refer to Figure 31. Figure 31. Sliding in the Bracket Tray 11. Tighten the two thumbscrews to secure the tray to the bracket. Refer to Figure 32 on page 69.

  • Page 69: Figure 32: Tightening The Two Thumbscrews On The At-Rkmt-J15 Bracket

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 32. Tightening the Two Thumbscrews on the AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket 12. Go to Chapter 6, “Verifying the Status of the Switches” on page 85.
  • Page 70 Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack...

  • Page 71: Chapter 5: Installing The Switch On A Wall

    Chapter 5 Installing the Switch on a Wall The procedures in this chapter are listed here:  “Switch Orientations on a Wall” on page 72  “Installation Guidelines” on page 73  “Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs” on page 75 ...

  • Page 72: Switch Orientations On A Wall

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall Switch Orientations on a Wall You can install the switch on a wall with the front panel on the left or right, as shown in Figure 33. You should not install it with the front panel on the top or bottom.

  • Page 73: Installation Guidelines

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installation Guidelines Here are the guidelines to installing the switch on a wall:  You may install the switch on a wall that has wooden studs or on a concrete wall.  If you are installing the switch on a wall with wooden studs, you should use a plywood base to support the switch.
  • Page 74 Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall provided) Caution The supplied screws and anchors might not be appropriate for all walls. A qualified building contractor should determine the hardware requirements for your wall prior to installing the switch.  E88...

  • Page 75: Plywood Base For A Wall With Wooden Studs

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs If you are installing the switch on a wall that has wooden studs, Allied Telesis recommends using a plywood base to attach the device to it. (A plywood base is not required for a concrete wall.) Refer to Figure 34.

  • Page 76: Figure 35: Steps To Installing The Switch With A Plywood Base

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall inches) while the distance between the front and rear brackets on the switch is 34.4 centimeters (13,6 inches). If you install the switch without the base, only two brackets on the switch would be on a wall stud. The recommended minimum dimensions of the plywood base are listed here: ...

  • Page 77: Installing A Plywood Base

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installing a Plywood Base A plywood base is recommended when installing the switch on a wall that has wooden studs. Refer to “Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs” on page 75. Consult a qualified building contractor for installation instructions for the plywood base.

  • Page 78: Installing The Switch On A Plywood Base

    This procedure assumes that the plywood base for the switch is already installed on the wall. Please review “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 46 and “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 50 before performing this procedure. Allied Telesis recommends a minimum of two people for this procedure. Warning The device is heavy.

  • Page 79: Figure 36: Installing The Wall Brackets

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 36. Installing the Wall Brackets 3. After attaching the brackets to the side of the switch, have another person hold the switch on the plywood base on the wall while you secure it with the four M4x32.3mm screws included with the switch.

  • Page 80: Figure 37: Securing The Switch To The Plywood Base

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall Figure 37. Securing the Switch to the Plywood Base 4. Go to Chapter 6, “Verifying the Status of the Switches” on page 85.

  • Page 81: Installing The Switch On A Concrete Wall

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installing the Switch on a Concrete Wall This section contains the instructions for installing the switch on a concrete wall. Please review the information in the following sections before performing the procedure: ...

  • Page 82: Figure 38: Marking The Locations Of The Bracket Holes On A Concrete Wall

    Prior to drilling, set the drill to hammer and rotation mode. The modes break up the concrete and clean out the hole.  Allied Telesis recommends cleaning out the holes with a brush or compressed air. 6. Insert the four anchors into the holes.

  • Page 83: Figure 39: Installing The Switch On A Concrete Wall

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 39. Installing the Switch on a Concrete Wall 8. Go to Chapter 6, “Verifying the Status of the Switches” on page 85.
  • Page 84 Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall...

  • Page 85: Chapter 6: Verifying The Status Of The Switches

    Chapter 6 Verifying the Status of the Switches The procedures in this chapter are listed here:  “Introduction” on page 86  “Verifying the Status of the VCStack Feature” on page 87  “Starting a Local Management Session” on page 91 ...

  • Page 86: Introduction

    Chapter 6: Verifying the Status of the Switches Introduction This chapter contains several procedures you might want to perform on the switches before you connect them with the stack trunk. The procedures are listed here:  “Verifying the Status of the VCStack Feature” on page 87 - Before building a stack, you should check the status of the VCStack feature on the switches.

  • Page 87: Verifying The Status Of The Vcstack Feature

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Verifying the Status of the VCStack Feature Before cabling the QSFP+ transceivers you should test the switches to determine whether the VCStack feature is enabled or disabled, and enable it on any units where it is disabled. The default setting for the feature is enabled, so the feature should already be activated on new switches.

  • Page 88: Figure 41: Connecting The Ac Power Cord To The Switch

    Chapter 6: Verifying the Status of the Switches 2. Connect the AC power cord to the AC power connector on the rear panel of the switch. Refer to Figure 41. Figure 41. Connecting the AC Power Cord to the Switch 3.

  • Page 89: Figure 43: Connecting The Power Cord To An Ac Power Source

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 4. Connect the power cord to an appropriate AC power source. Refer to Figure 43. Figure 43. Connecting the Power Cord to an AC Power Source Note The illustration shows a North American power cord. Your power cord may be different.

  • Page 90: Figure 44: Disconnecting The Power Cord From An Ac Power Source

    Chapter 6: Verifying the Status of the Switches Figure 44. Disconnecting the Power Cord from an AC Power Source 8. Repeat this procedure on the second switch. 9. Once you have confirmed that the VCStack feature is enabled on both switches of the stack, do one of the following: ...

  • Page 91: Starting A Local Management Session

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Starting a Local Management Session To start a local management session on the switch, perform the following procedure: 1. Connect the RJ-45 connector on the management cable to the Console port on the front panel of the switch, as shown in Figure 45. Figure 45.

  • Page 92: Figure 46: User Exec Mode Prompt

    Chapter 6: Verifying the Status of the Switches You are prompted for a user name and password. 5. If this is the initial management session of the switch, enter “manager” as the user name and “friend” as the password. The user name and password are case sensitive.

  • Page 93: Enabling The Vcstack Feature

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Enabling the VCStack Feature If the switch is displaying the number “0” on its ID LED, the VCStack feature is disabled and needs to be enabled. To enable the VCStack feature from the local management session, perform the following procedure: 1.

  • Page 94: Figure 51: Saving The Change With The Write Command

    Chapter 6: Verifying the Status of the Switches 6. Enter the WRITE command to save your change, as shown in Figure 51. awplus# write Building configuration ... [OK] awplus# Figure 51. Saving the Change with the WRITE Command Note If this is the initial management session of the switch, the WRITE command automatically creates in flash memory a new configuration file called DEFAULT.CFG in which it stores your configuration change.

  • Page 95: Comparing The Alliedware Plus Version Numbers And Feature Licenses

     Optional feature licenses: It is also a good idea to check whether the switches have optional Allied Telesis feature licenses. If one switch has an optional feature license and the other does not, the switches can still operate as a stack, but the additional features are only available on the switch with the license.

  • Page 96: Figure 53: Show System Command

    Chapter 6: Verifying the Status of the Switches awplus# show system Examine the command output for the lines in Figure 53. Current software: x550-5.4.7A-20170417-1.rel Software version : 5.4.7A-20170417-1 Figure 53. SHOW SYSTEM Command 5. Write down on paper the software version number on the switch. 6.
  • Page 97 x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 10. Compare their feature licenses and do one of the following:  If the switches have the same feature licenses, go to Chapter 7, “Installing the Stacking QSFP+ Transceivers” on page 99. ...
  • Page 98 Chapter 6: Verifying the Status of the Switches...

  • Page 99: Chapter 7: Installing The Stacking Qsfp+ Transceivers

    Chapter 7 Installing the Stacking QSFP+ Transceivers This chapter contains the following procedures:  “Installing AT-QSFPSR4 or AT-QSFPLR4 Transceivers” on page 100  “Installing AT-QSFPCU Cables” on page 101...

  • Page 100: Installing At-Qsfpsr4 Or At-Qsfplr4 Transceivers

    Chapter 7: Installing the Stacking QSFP+ Transceivers Installing AT-QSFPSR4 or AT-QSFPLR4 Transceivers This section contains the procedure for installing AT-QSFPSR4 or AT- QSFPLR4 transceivers in the QSFP+ slots 17 and 21. Note The cables of the stack trunk must crossover to different QSFP+ slots.

  • Page 101: Installing At-Qsfpcu Cables

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installing AT-QSFPCU Cables This section contains instructions on how to build the stack trunk with AT- QSFPCU Cables. You can use the cables to build a stack trunk between two switches that are physically near each other, in the same or adjoining equipment racks.

  • Page 102: Figure 56: Sliding The At-Qsfpcu Cable Into Slot 17

    Chapter 7: Installing the Stacking QSFP+ Transceivers Release Tab Figure 56. Sliding the AT-QSFPCU Cable into Slot 17 3. Remove the dust cover from slot 21 on the other x550 Switch to be in the stack. Refer to Figure 57. Figure 57.

  • Page 103: Figure 58: Installing The At-Qsfpcu Cable In Slot 21

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Release Tab Figure 58. Installing the AT-QSFPCU Cable in Slot 21 5. Repeat this procedure to install the second cable in QSFP+ slots 21 and 17 in the two switches. 6. Go to Chapter 8, “Powering On and Verifying the Stack” on page 105. Note To remove the connector and cable from the slot, gently push on the connector, pull on the release tab, and slide the connector from the...
  • Page 104 Chapter 7: Installing the Stacking QSFP+ Transceivers...

  • Page 105: Chapter 8: Powering On And Verifying The Stack

    Chapter 8 Powering On and Verifying the Stack This chapter contains the following procedures:  “Powering On the Switches Sequentially” on page 106  “Powering On the Switches Simultaneously” on page 108  “Verifying the Stack” on page 110  “Monitoring the Initialization Processes”...

  • Page 106: Powering On The Switches Sequentially

    Chapter 8: Powering On and Verifying the Stack Powering On the Switches Sequentially This procedure explains how to control the assignment of the ID numbers of the switches by powering on the units one at a time, during the initial power-on sequence.
  • Page 107 x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking To power on the switches, perform the following procedure: 1. Power on the switch you want assigned ID number 1. Connect the power cord to an appropriate AC power source. Refer to Figure 43 on page 89.

  • Page 108: Powering On The Switches Simultaneously

    Chapter 8: Powering On and Verifying the Stack Powering On the Switches Simultaneously If, during the initial power-on sequence of the stack, you want the switches to automatically assign the ID numbers themselves using their MAC addresses, you can power them on simultaneously. Here are the steps the switches perform: ...
  • Page 109 x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.  E3 Note Pluggable Equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.  E5 2.

  • Page 110: Verifying The Stack

    Chapter 8: Powering On and Verifying the Stack Verifying the Stack To verify the operations of the stack, perform the following procedure: 1. Establish a local management session using the Console port on either switch in the stack. For instructions, refer to “Starting a Local Management Session”...

  • Page 111: Setting The Priority Numbers

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 3. Do one of the following:  If you want to change the priority values of the switches, go to “Setting the Priority Numbers” on page 111. The procedure is optional.  Otherwise, go to Chapter 9, “Cabling the Networking Ports”...

  • Page 112: Figure 61: Returning To The Privileged Exec Mode

    Chapter 8: Powering On and Verifying the Stack awplus(config)# exit awplus# Figure 61. Returning to the Privileged Exec Mode 4. Enter the WRITE command to save your change in the configuration file. The switch displays the confirmation prompt in Figure 62. awplus# write Building configuration ...

  • Page 113: Monitoring The Initialization Processes

    / /______\ \ \_ __/ /| ______ | | ______ | \ ____ / /______/\____\ \/ /____________/ Allied Telesis Inc. AlliedWare Plus (TM) v0.0.0 Current release filename: x550-cap_20170315-1.rel Built: Tue Mar 14 23:31:58 UTC 2017 Mounting static filesystems... Attaching to /dev/mtd0...

  • Page 114: Figure 64: Switch Initialization Messages (Continued)

    Chapter 8: Powering On and Verifying the Stack Starting base/syslog... Starting base/loopback... Starting base/poe_done... Starting base/sysctl... Received event poefw.done Starting base/portmapper... Received event syslog.done Starting base/modules... Received event modules.done Starting base/reboot-stability... Checking system reboot stability... Starting base/apteryx... Starting base/crond... Starting base/appmond... Starting base/clockcheck...

  • Page 115: Figure 65: Switch Initialization Messages (Continued)

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Initializing HA processes: atmfd_agentd, hostd, atmfd, auth, cntrd, hsl, imi imiproxyd, irdpd, lacp, lldpd, loopprot, nsm, ospf6d pdmd, pim6d, ripd, ripngd, rmon, sflowd, udldd vrrpd, bgpd, epsr, mstp, ospfd, pimd Received event network.initialized 00:50:36 awplus-1 VCS[627]: Member 2 (e01a.ea20.80de) has joined the stack 00:50:36 awplus-1 VCS[627]: Please configure stack ‘virtual-mac’...

  • Page 116: Specifying Ports In The Command Line Interface For Stacks

    Chapter 8: Powering On and Verifying the Stack Specifying Ports in the Command Line Interface for Stacks The individual ports on the switches in a stack are specified in the command line interface with the PORT parameter. The format of the parameter is shown in Figure 66.

  • Page 117: Chapter 9: Cabling The Networking Ports

    Chapter 9 Cabling the Networking Ports This chapter contains the following procedures:  “Cabling the 1Gbps/10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch” on page 118  “Guidelines to Handling SFP, SFP+, and QSFP+ Transceivers” on page 119  “Installing 1Gbps SFP or 10Gbps SFP+ Transceivers in the AT-x550- 18XSQ Switch”...

  • Page 118: Cabling The 1Gbps/10Gbps Ports On The At-X550-18Xtq Switch

    Chapter 9: Cabling the Networking Ports Cabling the 1Gbps/10Gbps Ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch Here are guidelines to cabling the 1Gbps/10Gbps twisted pair ports on the AT-x550-18XTQ Switch:  The cable specifications for the ports are listed in Table 2 on page 22.

  • Page 119: Guidelines To Handling Sfp, Sfp+, And Qsfp+ Transceivers

     For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the product data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site.  The operational specifications and fiber optic cable requirements of the transceivers are provided in the documents included with the devices.

  • Page 120: Installing 1Gbps Sfp Or 10Gbps Sfp+ Transceivers In The At-X550-18Xsq Switch

    3. If you are installing the transceiver in a top slot, position the transceiver with the Allied Telesis label facing up. If you are installing the transceiver in a bottom slot, position the transceiver with the label facing down.

  • Page 121: Figure 68: Installing An Sfp Transceiver

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 68. Installing an SFP Transceiver Note If you are ready to attach the fiber optic cable to the transceiver, continue with the next step. Otherwise, repeat steps 1 to 4 to install the remaining transceivers in the switch.

  • Page 122: Figure 70: Positioning The Sfp Or Sfp+ Handle In The Upright Position

    Chapter 9: Cabling the Networking Ports 6. Verify the position of the handle on the transceiver. If the transceiver is in a top slot, the handle should be in the upright position, as shown in Figure 70. If the transceiver is in a bottom slot, the handle should be in the down position.

  • Page 123: Installing At-Sp10Tw Direct Connect Twinax Cables In The At-X550-18Xsq Switch

    3. To install the transceiver in a slot in the top row, position the transceiver with the Allied Telesis label facing up. To install the transceiver in a slot in the bottom row, position the transceiver with the label facing down.
  • Page 124 Chapter 9: Cabling the Networking Ports Note To remove the connector and cable from the slot, gently push on the connector, pull on the release tab, and slide the connector from the slot.

  • Page 125: Chapter 10: Troubleshooting

    You may also toggle the LEDs off and on with the ECOFRIENDLY LED and NO ECOFRIENDLY LED commands in the command line interface. Problem 3: A 1Gbps/10Gbps twisted pair port on the AT-x550-18XTQ switch is connected to a network device but the port’s LINK/ACT LED is off.
  • Page 126 Chapter 10: Troubleshooting  Try connecting another network device to the twisted pair port with a different cable. If the twisted pair port is able to establish a link, then the problem is with the cable or the other network device. ...
  • Page 127  Verify that the AT-QSFPLR4 or AT-QSFPSR4 transceivers or AT- QSFPICU Cables are from Allied Telesis. The trunk will not work with cables from other network equipment manufacturers.  Verify that the transceivers are properly cabled. The cables must crossover to different slots on the switches.
  • Page 128 Chapter 10: Troubleshooting...

  • Page 129: Appendix A: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the following sections:  ”Physical Specifications” on page 130  ”Environmental Specifications” on page 131  ”Power Specifications” on page 132  ”Certifications” on page 133  ”RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts” on page 134 ...

  • Page 130: Physical Specifications

    Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D) Table 8 lists the dimensions of the switches. Table 8. Product Dimensions AT-x550-18XTQ 4.4 cm x 21.0 cm x 34.4 cm (1.7 in. x 8.3 in. x 13.6 in.) AT-x550-18XSQ 4.4 cm x 21.0 cm x 34.4 cm (1.7 in.

  • Page 131: Environmental Specifications

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Environmental Specifications Table 11 lists the environmental specifications of the switches. Table 11. Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature 0° C to 45° C (32° F to 113° F) Storage Temperature -25° C to 70° C (-13° F to 158° F) Operating Humidity 5% to 90% noncondensing Storage Humidity...

  • Page 132: Power Specifications

    This section contains the maximum power consumption values, input voltages, and heat dissipation values. Maximum Power Consumption Table 12 lists the maximum power consumptions of the switches. Table 12. Maximum Power Consumptions AT-x550-18XTQ 128.0 watts AT-x550-18XSQ 111.0 watts Input Voltages Table 13 lists the input voltages for the switches.

  • Page 133: Certifications

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Certifications Table 15 lists the product certificates. Table 15. Product Certifications EMI (Emissions) FCC Class A, EN55032 Class A, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, VCCI Class A, CISPR Class A, C-TICK, EMC (Immunity) EN55024 Electrical and Laser Safety EN60950-1 (TUV), UL 60950-1 ), EN60825 Compliance Marks...

  • Page 134: Rj-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts

    Appendix A: Technical Specifications RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts Figure 73 illustrates the pin layout of the RJ-45 connectors on the front panel of the switch. Figure 73. RJ-45 Socket Pin Layout (Front View) Table 16 lists the pin signals when a port operating at 1Gbps or 10Gbps. Table 16.

  • Page 135: Rj-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts

    x550 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts Table 17 lists the pin signals of the RJ-45 style serial Console port. Table 17. RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pin Signals Signal Looped to pin 8. Looped to pin 7.
  • Page 136 Appendix A: Technical Specifications...

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