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  • Page 1 C700 series Chassis Core Routing Switch Installation Manual (v1.6) FoxGate...
  • Page 2 Preface C700 serial switch is a high performance routing switch released by Digitalchina network that can be deployed as the core layer device for campus and enterprise networks, or as an aggregation device for IP metropolitan area networks (MAN). C700 serial switch provides 4 and 10 slots, with support for various types of line cards and can seamlessly support a variety of network interfaces from 100Mb, 1000Mb to 10GB Ethernet.
  • Page 3 FCC - Class A This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 4 1.4.8 Dust Gauze.....................1-60 1.4.9 Rear Panel ....................1-61 1.4.10 Side Panels ..................1-63 1.5 S ................1-65 YSTEM EATURES 1.5.1 C704 System Features ................1-65 1.5.2 C708 System Features ................1-66 CHAPTER 2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....... 2-1 2.1 B ................ 2-1 ASIC EQUIREMENTS 2.1.1 Site Requirements ................... 2-1 2.1.2 Temperature and Humidity Requirements ...........
  • Page 5 C700 InstallManual Content 2.6.3 Card and module installation ...............2-12 2.6.4 Connecting to the Console ..............2-18 2.6.5 Connecting to the Management Port ..........2-19 2.6.6 SFP transceiver installation ..............2-19 2.6.7 Copper Cable/Fiber Cable Connection ..........2-20 2.6.8 Power supply connection ..............2-21...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Product Overview

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview Chapter 1 Product Overview RECOMMENDATION: Please read this manual first before using the switch, following the instructions to avoid damaging the device. 1.1 Product Brief C704 Switch C708 Switch...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    IP metropolitan area networks (MAN). C704 provides 4 slots, 3 or 2 of which are interface module slots. C708 provides 10 slots, 8 of which are interface module slots. C700 series supports various types of line cards, and can seamlessly support network interfaces from 100Mb, 1000Mb to 10GB Ethernet.
  • Page 8 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview Slot 10/100/1000BASE-T, 192 at best 10/100/1000BASE-T, 384 at best 1000Base-SX, 192 at best 1000Base-SX, 384 at best Port 1000Base-LX, 192 at best 1000Base-LX, 384 at best 10/100BASE-T, 192 at best 10/100BASE-T, 384 at best 10GBase, at best 10GBase, at best Backboard...
  • Page 9 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview Support ICMPv6, ND, DNSv6 Support IPv6 LPM Routing, IPv6 Policy-based Routing(PBR) Support IPv6 VRRPv3, IPv6 URPF, IPv6 Black Hole Routing Support RIPng, OSPFv3, BGP4+ Unicast Routing Protocol etc. IPv6 Support 6to4 Tunnels, configured Tunnels, ISATAP etc. Support MLD Snooping, IPv6 Muticast VLAN Support MLDv1/v2, PIM-SM/DM for IPv6, IPv6 anycast RP, IPv6 Static multicast Routing, IPv6 boundary multicast Routing, IPv6 multicast tunnel etc.
  • Page 10 Monitoring the Task exception, Memory exception, CPU utilance, Stack monitoring exception, Switching-chip exception, board temperature exception etc. And fault check-up giving an alarm Centralized Web It is adopted the FoxGate centralized web management software „LinkManager‟ Management for unified management. Software...

  • Page 11: P Hysical S Pecifications

    C704: 30kg (max. full configuration weight) □ C708: 65kg (max. full configuration weight)  Mean Time Before Failure □ Min. 80,000 Hours MTBF 1.4 Hardware Components C704 consists of the chassis, power supply system, ventilation system, system board, etc. 1.4.1 Chassis 1.4.1.1 C704 Chassis...
  • Page 12 The function module block is a board rack, which is the supporting structure for C704 system boards (4 boards max). The fan block is located on the left side of the board rack, allowing one fan tray (4 axial fans for each fan tray). Dust gauze is provided on the right of the board rack for filtering air circulation through the rack.
  • Page 13 The boards are inserted vertically into the C704 4 unit boards are provided. There are four slots in C704 from number 1 to number 4 in order of top to down. The first slot is used to install management module; the second slot is used to management module under 1+1 redundant backup mode or install various I/O interface modules.
  • Page 14 50Hz~60Hz. The maximum output power of single power supply module is 400W. 1.4.1.1.3 Ventilation and Cooling System The operating ambient temperature of the C704 is 0 ~ 45C, the thermal design of the equipment can ensure that the surface temperature of the device will not exceed the 50C to 80C, the highest temperature allowable.
  • Page 15 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview located on the upper part of the board rack, allowing three fan trays (2 axial fans for each fan tray). Dust gauze is provided under the board rack for filtering air circulation through the rack. The power block under the dust gauze provides power to the system, supporting up to three power modules.
  • Page 16 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview Network slot: 8 network slots are provided. Various network modules can be added to the network slots, such as C700-C12, C700-S12, C700-X4, etc. Power slot: used for system power supply modules. Supports up to three 600W AC modules or three 600W DC modules.

  • Page 17: Introduction To C700 Series Cards

    12 Gigabit SFP ports are also provided.  Main control card （ C704-M-S4C24(V2.1) ） ： The central switching and controlling module for the C704, System status control, switch management, user access control and administration, and network operation maintenance are performed here.
  • Page 18 48 1000Mbps optical interfaces and IPv6 wire-speed transmission.  Main control card (C704-M-C44): The switching module of the C704 switch. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into first or second slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy, supports IPv6 wire-speed transmission.
  • Page 19 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview  Main control card (C704-M-X1S24C12): is switching module for the C704. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into first or second slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy.
  • Page 20 Master-Slave redundancy. 12 Gigabit SFP ports are also provided. 1.4.2.1.1 Front Panel The C704-M-X12 provides 12 1000Base-SFP ports. At the same time, it comes with 1 Console port (control console) and 1 10/100Base-Tx Ethernet port (management port). The Front Panel view is shown below: 1-6 C704-M-X12 Front Panel View 1.4.2.1.2 Front Panel - Indicator...
  • Page 21 Blinking (Green) Indicator data 1.4.2.1.3 Front Panel Port Description The C704-M-X12 provides 12 SFP (Mini GBIC) Gigabyte fiber transceiver slots. The following SFP transceivers are supported by the C704-M-X12: SFP-SX-L Gigabit SFP MM 850 nm, 500m (SX)  SFP-LX-L Gigabit SFP SM 1310 nm, 10Km (LX) ...
  • Page 22 C704-M-X12 provides a RESET button for resetting the board. 1.4.2.2 C704-M-S4C24 The C704-M-S4C24 is switching module for the C704. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into first or second slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy.
  • Page 23 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview On (Green) Card powered Power Indicator Card powered off On (Green, blink at 1 Cards operating normally On (Green, blink at 8 System is loading Operation On (Yellow, blink at 8 System is shutting down indicator On (Red, blink at 8 Cards malfunction...
  • Page 24 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview 1.4.2.2.3 Front Panel Port Description The E C704-M-S4C24 provides 24 10/100Base-TX ports and 4 Gigabite COMBO (RJ-45 or SFP) transceiver slots. The following SFP transceivers are supported by the C704-M4GX2 4TX: SFP-SX-L Gigabit SFP MM 850 nm, 500m (SX) ...
  • Page 25 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview C704-M-S4C24 provides a RESET button for resetting the board. 1.4.2.3 C708-M The C708-M is switching module for the C708. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into M1 or M2 slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy.
  • Page 26 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview Power Supply Module operating On (Green) normally Power Power supply module Supply malfunctioning or not present (with Module Fail off) Status On (Yellow) Power Supply Module malfunction indicator: Power supply module operating POWER Fail normally or not present (with OK off) On (Green)
  • Page 27 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview RJ-45 (Receptacle) Connector 10/100Mbps auto sensing  Connector type Cat 5 UTP: 300 m  1.4.2.3.5 Front Panel – Reset Button C708-M provides a RESET button for resetting the board. 1.4.2.4 C700-C12 12 copper GT ports line card (C700-C12): supports 12 1000Base-T copper ports for layer 2 and layer 3 switching and routing.
  • Page 28 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview indicator No network connection present on 1000Base-TX port Transmissio Blinking (Green) Sending or receiving data n Indicator 1.4.2.4.3 Front Panel Port Description The C700-C12 provides 12 RJ45 copper GT ports. Table 1-11 C700-C12 port description Port Type Specification 10/100/1000 Mbps auto sensing...
  • Page 29 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview On (Yellow, blinks at 8 System is shutting down On (Red, blinks at 8 Hz) Malfunction status Cards is powered off and can be removed SFP port indicator Network connection on SFP On (Green) Status transceiver is normal Link...
  • Page 30 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview 1-11 C700-S24C8 front panel view C700-X2S24C8 provides two 10G XFP ports, eight 1G electronic ports, twenty four 1G optical SFP ports, where the eight 1G electronic ports and the first eight 1G optical ports are combo ports. 1-12 C700-X2S24C8 front panel view 1.4.2.6.2 Front Panel Indicator...
  • Page 31 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview Indicator There is not network connection at SFP transceiver “Right Transmissio Flashes (Green) Sending or receiving data Light” n Indicator XFP Interface Indicator XFP transceiver network connection is On (Green) normal Status Link Indicator There is not network connection at XFP transceiver Transmissio...
  • Page 32 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview implements the layer2 and layer3 wire speed exchange and routing function of twenty four 10/100M electronic ports and four 1G COMBO (4 10/100/1000M electronic interfaces or four 1G optical interfaces). 1.4.2.7.1 Front Panel Diagram C700-S4C24 provides twenty four 10/100M electronic ports and four 1G COMBO.
  • Page 33 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview There network connection transceiver Transmissio Flashes (Green) Sending or receiving data n Indicator 100MB electronic port indicator 100MB electronic port On (Green) transceiver network connection is normal Status Link Indicator There network connection 100MB electronic port transceiver Transmissio Flashes (Green)
  • Page 34 1.4.2.8 C704-M-X1S12C24 and C700-X2S12C12 12-port optical-electronic combo and 12-port electronic interface line card (C704-M-X1S12C24): to implement the layer2 and layer3 wire speed exchange and routing function of 12-port 1G optical-electronic combo and 12-port 1G electronic interface and IPv6 wire speed transmission function.
  • Page 35 Sending or receiving data n Indicator 1.4.2.8.3 Front Panel Interface Description C704-M-X1S12C24 and C700-X2S12C12 provide twelve SFP 1G optical fibre transceivers and twenty four RJ-45 1G electronic port slots. C700-X2S12C12 provides two XFP 10G optical ports. C704-M-X1S12C24 and C700-X2S12C12 support SFP transceivers of the following...
  • Page 36 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview  SFP-LX-40-L Gigabit SFP SM 1310 nm, 40Km (LHX)  SFP-LH-70-L Gigabit SFP SM 1550 nm, 70Km (ZX) SFP-LH-120-L Gigabit SFP SM 1550 nm, 120Km (ZX)  SFP-GT Gigabit SFP to Copper cable RJ45 ...
  • Page 37 1.4.2.10 C704-M-X1S12C24 The C704-M-X1S12C24 is switching module for the C704. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into first or second slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy.
  • Page 38 Flashes (Green) Sending or receiving data n Indicator 1.4.2.10.3 Front Panel Interface Description C704-M-X1S12C24 provides 12-port 1G optical-electronic combo, 12-port 1G electronic and 2-port 10G XFP interface. C704-M-X1S12C24 support SFP transceivers of the following types: SFP-SX-L Gigabit SFP MM 850 nm, 500m (SX) ...
  • Page 39 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview  XFP-ER XFP 10G Transceiver 40KM  XFP-ER-70 XFP 10G Transceiver 70KM 1.4.2.11 C700-X4 C700-X4implements 2-layer and 3-layer wire-speed switching and routing function of 4 10,000Mbps XFP interfaces and IPv6 wire-speed transmission. 1.4.2.11.1 Front Panel Diagram The following is the sketch map of its front panel: Fig 1-17 the Sketch Map of the Front Panel of C700-X4 1.4.2.11.2 Front Panel Indicator...
  • Page 40 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview Lamp 1.4.2.11.3 Front Panel Interfaces Description C700-X4provides 4 10,000Mbps XFP electric interfaces. 1.4.2.12 C700-S48 48-port 1000Mbps optical line card（C700-S48）: Implements 2-layer and 3-layer wire-speed switching and routing function of 48 1000Mbps optical interfaces, and IPv6 wire-speed transmission.
  • Page 41 C700-S48 provides 48 SFP1000Mbps optical transceiver interfaces. 1.4.2.13 C704-M-C44 The C704-M-C44 is switching module for the C704 switch. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into first or second slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy, supports IPv6 wire-speed transmission.
  • Page 42 C704-M-C44 provides 44-port 10/100/1000M RJ-45 electronic port. 1.4.2.14 C704-M-X1S24C12 The C704-M-X1S24C12 is switching module for the C704. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into first or second slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy.
  • Page 43 Sending or receiving data Indicator 1.4.2.14.3 Front Panel Interface Description C704-M-X1S24C12 provides 24 SFP 1000Mbps optical fibre transceivers, 12 RJ-45 1000Mbps electronic port slots and 1 XFP 10,000Mbps electronic port. 1.4.2.15 C700-S24C12 and C700-X2S12C12 The C700-S24C12 is switching module for the 76 series switch and implements...
  • Page 44 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview optical-electronic combo, 12 1000Mbps optical interfaces, IPv6 wire-speed transmission. The C700-X2S12C12 is switching module for the 76 series switch and implements 2-layer and 3-layer wire-speed switching and routing function of 12 1000Mbps optical-electronic combo, 12 1000Mbps optical and 2 10,000Mbps XFP interfaces, IPv6 wire-speed transmission.
  • Page 45 1.4.2.16 C704-M-X1S12C24(R4) and C700-X2S12C12(R4) 12-port optical-electronic combo and 12-port electronic interface line card (C704-M-X1S12C24(R4)): to implement the layer2 and layer3 wire speed exchange and routing function of 12-port 1G optical-electronic combo and 12-port 1G electronic interface and IPv6 wire speed transmission function.
  • Page 46 1G electronic SFP ports, where the twelve 1G optical ports and the last twelve 1G electronic ports are combo ports. 1.4.2.16.2 Front Panel Indicator description front panel indicator C704-M-X1S12C24(R4) C700-X2S12C12(R4) is as follows: Table 1-24 C704-M-X1S12C24(R4) and C700-X2S12C12(R4) indicator description Panel Status Meanings Indicator Sign On (Green) Network Interface Card power on Power...
  • Page 47 On (Green) Sending or receiving data n Indicator 1.4.2.16.3 Front Panel Interface Description C704-M-X1S12C24(R4) and C700-X2S12C12(R4) provide twelve SFP 1G optical fibre transceivers and twenty four RJ-45 1G electronic port slots. C700-X2S12C12(R4) provides two XFP 10G optical ports. 1.4.2.17 C700-S48(R4) 48-port 1000Mbps optical line card（C700-S48(R4)）: Implement 2-layer and 3-layer...
  • Page 48 C700-S48(R4) provides 48 SFP1000Mbps optical transceiver interfaces. 1.4.2.18 C704-M-X1S12C24(R4) The C704-M-X1S12C24(R4) is switching module for the C704. System status control, switch management, user access control and management, and network maintenances are performed here. The board can be inserted into first or second slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy.
  • Page 49 Flashes (Green) Sending or receiving data n Indicator 1.4.2.18.3 Front Panel Interface Description C704-M-X1S12C24(R4) provides 12-port 1G optical-electronic combo, 12-port 1G electronic and 2-port 10G XFP interface. 1.4.2.19 C708-M(R4) The C708-M(R4) is switching module for the C708. System status control, switch...
  • Page 50 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview performed here. The board can be inserted into M1 or M2 slots of the chassis for Master-Slave redundancy. 1.4.2.19.1 Front Panel The C708-M(R4) comes with 1 Console port (control console), 1 10/100Base-Tx Ethernet port (management port) and 1 CF card port. The Front Panel view is shown below: Fig 1-26 C708-M(R4) Front Panel view 1.4.2.19.2 Front Panel - Indicator...
  • Page 51 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview present Ethernet port Sending or receiving On (Green) Ethernet data manageme Ethernet port Sending or receiving no data port LINK indicator On (Green) Ethernet port link success Ethernet port link unsuccess CF card is in position and can CF card On (Green) work...

  • Page 52: Interface Description

    C708-M(R4) provides a standard CF card slot, and supports hot-swapping. CF card content supports 256MB/512MB/1GB, it can be save edition, configuration files and so on, so as to conveniency switch software update. Notice: It is suggested to ues FOXGATE CF card, it is not assure the compatibility with other CF card.
  • Page 53 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview SFP-LX-L transceiver：  9/125um single-mode fiber：10Km SFP-LX-20-L transceiver：  1310nm，9/125um single-mode fiber：20Km SFP-LX-40 transceiver：  9/125um single-mode fiber：40Km SFP-LH-70-L transceiver：  9/125um single-mode fiber：70Km  SFP-LH-120-L transceiver： 9/125um single-mode fiber：120Km  SFP-GFX transceiver： 1310nm MMF, 1~2Km SFP-GFL transceiver：...

  • Page 54: Power Supply

    1.4.4 Power supply 1.4.4.1 C704-PWR-AC C704 uses 1 +1 redundant power supplies. Each of them may serve as a standby power supply for another. Under normal operation conditions, the two power supply modules concurrently operate and each of them bears half of the loads. If one of the power supply modules fails to work or its switch is off, its alarming indicator will be on.
  • Page 55 1+1 redundant backup. 1.4.4.2 C704-PWR-A1-AC C704 (V2.0 above) uses 1 +1 redundant power supplies. Each of them may serve as a standby power supply for another. Under normal operation conditions, the two power supply modules concurrently operate and each of them bears half of the loads.
  • Page 56 AC distribution box should be used in the C704(V2.0 above). The input voltage of the C704-PWR-A1-AC is 200V/264 VAC, with ranges between 200 ~ 264 VAC and frequency between 50 ~ 60 Hz, the maximum output power is 400W.
  • Page 57 1+1 redundant backup. 1.4.4.3 C704-PWR-A1-DC C704 uses 1 +1 redundant DC power supplies. But not suggest that the AC power and DC power be used mixed. 1.4.4.3.1 C704-PWR-A1-DC (Direct Current Power Module for 400W) C704-PWR-A1-DC is a Direct Current Power module for 400W, which support hot plug and redundance backup.
  • Page 58 Power Module Working Fine 1.4.4.3.4 Switch of power supply for front panel C704-PWR-A1-DC provides a power supply switch for controlling the power output of control module. Under normal operation conditions, the switches for power supply modules shall be turned on simultaneous. When the switch of one power supply module is turned on and another is turned off, the FAULT indicator of the module will be on to suggest the users to turn on the switch so as to utilize 1+1 redundant backup.
  • Page 59 When powered by AC inputs, the AC power module C704-PWR-B1-AC and corresponding AC distribution box should be used in the C708. The input voltage of the C704-PWR-B1-AC is 110V/220 VAC, with ranges between 90 ~ 264 VAC and frequency between 50 ~ 60 Hz, the maximum output power is 600W.

  • Page 60: Power Distribution Box

    1.4.5 Power Distribution Box 1.4.5.1 C704 Power Distribution Box There is a special A.C. distribution box on the backboard of C704 switch. In generally, the enterprises users usually ask for the 200~264VAC access. The panel of A.C. distribution box is equipped with a 200~264VAC socket for provide power supply to the equipment.
  • Page 61 1-32 1.4.5.2 C704(V2.0 above) Power Distribution Box There is a special A.C. distribution box on the backboard of C704(v2.0 above) switch. In generally, the enterprises users usually ask for the 200~264VAC access. The panel of A.C. distribution box is equipped with a 200~264VAC socket for provide power supply to the equipment.
  • Page 62 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview removal of the distribution box only. Never lift or move the switch with this handle! 1.4.5.3.1 AC Power Distribution Box Enterprise network users usually require equipment to have 220 VAC input, the AC power modules and AC distribution box can satisfy this application. Three 220V/110 VAC power input sockets are provided on the panel of the C708 AC distribution box.

  • Page 63: System Backplane

    1.4.7 Fan Tray 1.4.7.1 C704 Fan Tray Three fan assemblies (C704-FAN) can be configured in the C704, and installed in a horizontal configuration into the fan module slots in the switch‟s upper front panel. The three fan assemblies cover the entire board area, ensuring sufficient ventilation for the devices, hence enhancing the stability of devices even under high temperature environments.
  • Page 64 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview spinning blades. Fig 1-36 C704-FAN Outlook C704-FAN Front Panel View 1-37 1.4.7.2 C708 Fan Tray Three fan assemblies (MRS-7608-FAN) can be configured in the C708, and installed in a horizontal configuration into the fan module slots in the switch‟s upper front panel. The...

  • Page 65: Dust Gauze

    1.4.8.1 C704 Dust Gauze The C704‟s dust gauze lies under the board rack and prevents large particles in the air from entering the switch. The dust gauze should be inserted from the front of the C704 in a horizontal position.

  • Page 66: Rear Panel

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview C704 Dust Gauze Outlook 1-40 1.4.8.2 C708 Dust Gauze The C708‟s dust gauze lies under the board rack and prevents large particles in the air from entering the switch. The dust gauze should be inserted from the front of the C708 in a horizontal position.
  • Page 67 Chapter 1 Product Overview 1.4.9.1 C704 Rear Panel The rear panel of the C704 covers the switch backplane. To ensure safe operation of the switch, please do not open the rear panel. There are two reversible handles on the rear panel, they are used only for the installation and removal of the rear panel. Never lift...

  • Page 68: Side Panels

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview C708 Rear Panel View 1-43 1.4.10 Side Panels 1.4.10.1 C704 Side Panels There are several rows of ventilation openings in the left and right sides of the switch, 1-63...
  • Page 69 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview as shown above. C704 Side Panels View 1-44 Please do not block the ventilation openings and ensure that enough clearance is left on both sides of the switch for air circulation. Failure to do so can cause the chassis to overheat and the system to fail, or damage to components.

  • Page 70: S Ystem F Eatures

    Please do not block the ventilation openings and ensure that enough clearance is left on both sides of the switch for air circulation. Failure to do so can cause the chassis to overheat and the system to fail, or damage to components. 1.5 System Features 1.5.1 C704 System Features 1-65...

  • Page 71: C708 System Features

    ≤ 400 W Power Consumption Forwarding Mode Store-and-forward The C704 Switch system features are described in the table below. Table 1-35 C704 System Features Property Specification Basic Configuration 4 slots Hot swap Core part redundant hot swapping...
  • Page 72 C700 InstallManual Chapter 1 Product Overview indicator Weight 65KG (Max full configuration weight) Physical Dimensions 436mm x 797mm x 478mm (W x H x D) Relative humidity 10% ~ 90% with no condensing Operating 0C ~ 40C Temperature Nominal Input Voltage AC: 90 ~ 264 VAC, 50 ~ 60Hz Power Supplies DC: -36 ~ -72 VDC...

  • Page 73: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Chapter 2 Hardware Installation During the installation and use of the C700 Switch, please follow the safety guidelines listed below: 2.1 Basic Requirements 2.1.1 Site Requirements The C700 series Switch must be used indoors, and have the following requirements: Ambient temperature: 0 ~ 40°C Humidity: 10% ~ 90%, non-condensing The C700 series is equipped with a fan assembly for providing the switch with an...

  • Page 74: Dust And Particles

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation and corrosion of internal components. Extreme low relative humidity may cause the insulation spacer to contract, making the fastening screw insecure. Furthermore, in dry environments, static electricity is liable to be produced and cause harm to internal circuits. Temperature extremes can cause reduced reliability and premature aging of insulation materials, thus reducing the switch‟s working lifespan.

  • Page 75: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation site should avoid harmful gases, such as SO S, NO , NH and Cl , etc. The table below details the threshold values. Average (mg/m³) Max (mg/m³) 0.006 0.03 0.04 0.15 0.05 0.15 0.01 2.1.4 Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage Static electric discharges can cause damage to internal circuits, even the entire switch.

  • Page 76: Power Supply Requirements

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation C704‟s dimensions are 445mm x 266mm x 421mm (W x H x D), C704(V2.0 above)‟s dimensions are 440mm x 266mm x 421mm (W x H x D). C708‟s dimensions are 436mm x 797mm x 478mm (W x H x D). Please ensure good ventilation for the rack.

  • Page 77: S Afety G Uidelines

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 2.2 Safety Guidelines 1． Disconnect power supplies from the chassis before disassembly or moving the switch. 2． Install the switch in a clean area, ensuring proper temperature and humidity conditions. 3． Keep the device accessories in a safe place. 4．...

  • Page 78: P Reparing For I Nstallation

    2.5.1 Checking Switch Hardware Configuration and Accessories After verifying site requirements, you can now unpack the shipping container to verify the switch configuration and contents of the accessory kit. A basic configuration C704 should include the following:...

  • Page 79: Required Tools And Utilities

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation ITEM No. Part name Number Memo C704 Ethernet Switch AC cable Serial port cable Grounding cord Chassis hanger Hanger screw Rack screw Manual CD Qualification certificate Warranty card A basic configuration C708 should include the following: ITEM No.

  • Page 80: H Ardware I Nstallation

    ● Verify that the workbench is strong enough to support the C704‟s fully configured weight ● Plan a good position for your C704 that is easy to operate and has an appropriate power source and grounding point. ● Place the C704 safely on the workbench, avoid obstructions on any side of the...
  • Page 81 Note that the hangers are not weight bearing. They are used to fasten the switch. The mounting Shelf or sliding rails (bolt to the rack) will support the switch. The figure below shows the steps for mounting the hangers: Fig 2-1 Installing C704 Switch Hangers...
  • Page 82 Bolt the hangers to the matching holes in the rack column with the screws provided. Be sure to tighten the screws smoothly. The C700 series should now be securely attached to the equipment rack. The procedure is shown below: Fig2-3 Rack-mounting C704 2-10...

  • Page 83: Switch Grounding

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Fig2-4 Rack-mounting C708 2.6.1.3 Wearing an ESD Wrist Strap An ESD Wrist Strap must be worn during the installation of the switch. To prevent any damage occurring to the device, avoid contact between the printed circuit boards and your clothing.

  • Page 84: Card And Module Installation

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation A good grounding system is the groundwork for the smooth and safe operation of the C700 series, and an excellent way to prevent lightning strikes and resistance interference. Please follow the switch grounding specification instructions, verify the installation site‟s grounding condition and ensure proper grounding accordingly.

  • Page 85: Removing And Installing The Cards

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Basic configuration: chassis, power supply modules (optional 1 +1 redundant), system backplane, fan tray, dust gauze, distribution box. The above parts have been mounted upon shipment, please verify they are properly locked before installation. 2.6.3.1 Removing and Installing the Cards The installation procedure is the same for all cards, as shown below: Step 1: Power down the switch (Hot-swapping is supported by optional cards for the...

  • Page 86: Removing And Installing The Fan Tray

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Fig2-5 Installation and removal of the C704 dust gauze Fig2-6 Installation and removal of the C708 dust gauze 2.6.3.3 Removing and Installing the Fan Tray 2.6.3.3.1 Removing and Installing the C704 Fan Tray 2-14...
  • Page 87 C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation The C704 has two fan trays in the left section of the switch, and can be serviced from the front. The installation and removal of the fan tray is relatively simple. To install, just hold the fan tray in the correct direction, align with the corresponding slot and push to secure.

  • Page 88: Removing And Installing Power Supply Modules

    2.6.3.4 Removing and Installing Power Supply Modules 2.6.3.4.1 Removing and Installing C704 Power Supply Modules The C704 employs a 1 +1 redundant power supply module combination, all two modules will work during normal operation. In case one module fails, it can be replaced while the system is operating without presenting an electrical hazard or damage to the system.
  • Page 89 Fail indicator not illuminating. Installation of a power supply module is shown below: Fig 2-9 The installation and removal of C704 power supply modules 2.6.3.4.2 Removing and Installing C708 Power Supply Modules The C708 employs a 2 +1 redundant power supply module combinations, all three modules will work during normal operation.

  • Page 90: Connecting To The Console

     Clean power module dust gauze： Power module dust gauze is provided in the front panel of the C704-PWR-B1-AC and MRS- PWR-B1-DC power modules, which can be removed and installed easily. It can prevent large debris or particles in the air from being ingested into the power supply module.

  • Page 91: Connecting To The Management Port

    Upon connection, please verify the sign above the port to avoid using the wrong port. 2.6.5 Connecting to the Management Port The C704-M12GB, C704-M4GX24TX(V2.1) and C708-MI provides a RJ-45 (female) Ethernet port. Users can connect to this administration port through a backend host with Ethernet interface for program loading, or use this port to connect to remote devices (e.g.,...

  • Page 92: Copper Cable/Fiber Cable Connection

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation Do not stare directly at the 2 fiber bore in the SFP 1000Base fiber transceiver when the switch is in operation. The laser may hurt your eyes. 2.6.7 Copper Cable/Fiber Cable Connection Ethernet cable connection: Step 1: Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into the RJ-45 Ethernet port in the switch copper cable line card;...

  • Page 93: Power Supply Connection

    C700 InstallManual Chapter 2 Hardware Installation operation to avoid harm. 2.6.8 Power supply connection Connection procedures for the AC power supply module are described below: Step 1: Insert one end of electrical line into the power supply socket and another end into the corresponding socket of the switch;...

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