Dell Force10 S60 Quick Start Manual
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Dell Force10
S55 and S60 Systems
Quick Start Guide
Regulatory Model: S55/S60

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  • Page 1 Dell Force10 S55 and S60 Systems Quick Start Guide Regulatory Model: S55/S60...
  • Page 3 Dell Force10 S55 and S60 Systems Quick Start Guide Regulatory Model: S55/S60...
  • Page 4: Notes, Cautions, And Warnings

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  • Page 5: About This Guide

    About this Guide This document is intended as a Quick Start Guide to get new systems up and running and ready for configuration. For complete installation and configuration information, refer to the following documents: Documentation Hardware installation and Installing the S55 System Installing the S60 System power-up instructions Software configuration...
  • Page 6 About this Guide...
  • Page 7: Installing The Hardware

    Installing the Chassis in a Rack or Cabinet To install the S55 or S60 systems, Dell Force10 recommends that you complete the installation procedures in the order presented below. NOTE: Unless stated otherwise, the installation instructions below apply to both the S55 and S60 chassis.
  • Page 8 Step Task Attach the brackets to the sides of the chassis at the PSU end, using four screws for each bracket. Attach the bracket so that the “ear” faces the PSU and the outside of the chassis. Power Supply/Fan Module Connect to Rack/Cabinet (ears)
  • Page 9: Install Chassis Into Rack Or Cabinet

    The system is shipped with necessary 10-32 screw(s) for attaching a ground cable to the chassis. The cable itself is not included. Dell Force10 recommends a 6AWG one-hole (for the S55) or two-hole (for the S60) lug, #10 hole size, 63"...
  • Page 10 The S60 is shipped with 2 10-32 screws for attaching a ground cable to the chassis. The cable itself is not included. Dell Force10 recommends a 6AWG two-hole lug, #10 hole size, 63" spacing (not included in shipping) to properly ground the chassis.
  • Page 11: Install The Sfp And Sfp+ Optics

    Position the SFP or SFP+ so it is in the correct position. (The optic has a key that prevents it from being inserted incorrectly.). Insert the optic into the port until it gently snaps into place. NOTE: For details on Dell Force10 supported optics, refer to http://www.force10networks.com/products/specifications.asp Power Up Sequence Supply Power and Power Up the System Dell Force10 recommends re-inspecting your system prior to powering up.
  • Page 12 • The input circuits are correctly sized for the loads and that sufficient over- current protection devices are used. • All protective covers are in place. • Blank panels are installed if optional modules are not installed. • Blank panels are installed if redundant power supplies are not installed on the S55.
  • Page 13 Step Task S55 Task S60 As soon as the cable is connected Attach the connectors to the both DC between the S55 and the power power units at the rear of the S60, source, the chassis is powered-up; making sure that the connection is there is no on/off switch.
  • Page 14: Specifications

    NOTE: Both slots must have operating fan units to run the system. If a module is not installed in each slot (either as part of the PSU or as an independent fan module), the system will shut down in 1 minute. The S55 and the S60 both support two airflow direction options.
  • Page 15: Power Supplies

    Environmental Parameters Parameter S55 Specifications S60 Specifications Temperature 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) 32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C) -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C) -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C) non-operating Maximum altitude No performance degradation No performance degradation to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) Relative humidity...
  • Page 16 CAUTION: The DC power supply comes with a 6-8inch cord with a snap-in plug that attaches to the DC power supply and screw terminals that attach to the main power. Dell Force10 recommends using a longer cable, to ensure sufficient room.
  • Page 17: Install A Dc Power Supply

    Install a DC Power Supply The power supply modules should slide into the slots smoothly. Do not force a module into a slot. This may damage the power supply or the chassis. Securing Screw Fans and Filters Fan Module PSU0 PSU1 DC Power Connector Grab Handle...
  • Page 18 Installing the Hardware...
  • Page 19: Installing The Software

    Installing the Software Navigating CLI Modes The FTOS prompt changes to indicate the CLI mode. You must move linearly through the command modes, with the exception of the end command which takes you directly to EXEC Privilege mode; the exit command moves you up one command mode level.
  • Page 20: Serial Console

    Serial Console The RS-232 console port is labeled on the chassis. It is in the upper right-hand side, as you face the rear of the chassis. RJ-45 Console Console Port Port Step Task Install an RJ-45 copper cable into the console port.Use a rollover (crossover) cable to connect the S55 or S60 console port to a terminal server.
  • Page 21: Usb-B Console

    Connect the USB-A end of cable (supplied) into an available USB port on the Connect the USB-B end of cable into the USB-B console port on the chassis. Power on the chassis. Install necessary USB device drivers (internet connection required). Contact Dell Force10 TAC for CD, if necessary. Installing the Software...
  • Page 22: Default Configuration

    You will see the message below when you are connected to the chassis. Default Configuration A version of the Dell Force10 Operating System (FTOS) is pre-loaded onto the chassis, however the system is not configured when you power up for the first time (except for the default hostname, which is Force10).
  • Page 23: Access The System Remotely

    Task Command Syntax Command Mode Create a new host name. hostname name CONFIGURATION Access the System Remotely You can configure the system to be accessed remotely by Telnet. Both the S55 and the S60 has a dedicated management port and a management routing table that is separate from the IP routing table.
  • Page 24: Configure A Username And Password

    DES encryption method. • enable secret is stored in the running/startup configuration in using a stronger, MD5 encryption method. Dell Force10 recommends using the enable secret password. Task Command Syntax Command Mode Create a password to...
  • Page 25: Create A Port-Based Vlan

    Create a Port-based VLAN The Default VLAN as VLAN 1 is part of the system startup configuration and does not require configuration. To configure a port-based VLAN, you must create the VLAN and then add physical interfaces or port channel (LAG) interfaces to the VLAN.
  • Page 26: Connecting The Chassis To The Network

    Use the untagged command to move untagged interfaces from the Default VLAN to another VLAN: Step Task Command Syntax Command Mode Access the interface vlan vlan-id CONFIGURATION INTERFACE VLAN mode of the VLAN to which you want to assign the interface. Configure an interface untagged interface INTERFACE...
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