IBM SAN50C-R Installation, Service And User Manual
IBM SAN50C-R Installation, Service And User Manual

IBM SAN50C-R Installation, Service And User Manual

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  • Page 1 IBM Storage Networking SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide SC27-9274-00...
  • Page 3 IBM Storage Networking SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide SC27-9274-00...
  • Page 4 Before you use the information in this publication, be sure to read the general information under “Notices” on page 51. Edition notice This edition applies to the IBM SAN50C-R Switch and to all subsequent releases and modifications until otherwise indicated in new editions.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Product documentation . . xxi Maintaining SFP Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables . . 42 Chapter 1. Introducing the SAN50C-R . . 1 Introduction Appendix A. Product specifications . . 43 Chassis . Integrated Supervisor Module Appendix B. Site Planning and Front and rear panels .
  • Page 6 Russia Electromagnetic Interference Class A Index ....59 Statement . . 58 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 7: Figures

    Figures IBM SAN50C-R Front View IBM SAN50C-R Switch 300W AC Power Supply 9 IBM SAN50C-R Rear View . IBM SAN50C-R Switch PSU . . 10 IBM SAN50C-R Fan Module . Connecting an ATS for power grid level Fan Blank Module redundancy .
  • Page 8 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 9: Tables

    Power requirements specifications for a 16 matrix . . xxi Gbps fibre channel SFP+ transceivers . . 45 IBM IBM SAN50C-R front panel LEDs . Environmental requirements specifications for Facility requirements . . 14 a 16 Gbps fibre channel SFP= transceivers .
  • Page 10 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 11: Read This First

    GUI. Vendor software This product includes certain vendor software that is not covered under the IBM license agreement. IBM makes no representation about the accessibility features of © Copyright IBM Corp. 2018...
  • Page 12: How To Send Your Comments

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  • Page 13: Safety And Environmental Notices

    Safety Notices publication that is shipped with this product. The following notices and statements are used in IBM documents. They are listed below in order of increasing severity of potential hazards. Follow the links for more detailed descriptions and examples of the danger, caution, and attention notices in the sections that follow.
  • Page 14 Discard the circuit card as instructed by local regulations. (C014) CAUTION: This product is equipped with a 3-wire (two conductors and ground) power cable and plug. Use this power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid electrical shock. (C018) SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 15: Danger Notices

    (C032) CAUTION: For CA residents only: IBM recommends installing this product in a room size of 62 cubic meters (2190 cubic feet) or larger at 0.4 ACH ventilation rate to reduce the concentrations of any chemicals emitted by the product.
  • Page 16 (D004) A general electrical danger notice provides instructions on how to avoid shock hazards when servicing equipment. Unless instructed otherwise, follow the procedures in this danger notice. SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 17 Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.
  • Page 18: Safety Labels

    Installation Planning Representative (IPR) or IBM authorized service provider. In anticipation of the equipment delivery, the final installation site should be prepared in advance such that professional movers/riggers can transport the equipment to the final installation site within the computer room. If for some reason, this is not possible at the time of delivery, the customer will need to make arrangements to have professional movers/riggers return to finish the transportation at a later date.
  • Page 19: Attention Notices

    DANGER Hazardous voltage present. Voltages present constitute a shock hazard, which can cause severe injury or death. (L004) CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts nearby. (L008) Attention notices An attention notice indicates the possibility of damage to a program, device, or system, or to data. An exclamation point symbol may accompany an attention notice, but is not required.
  • Page 20: Esd Precautions

    It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock. (R001 part 1 of 2) xviii SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 21 CAUTION: v Do not install a unit in a rack where the internal rack ambient temperatures will exceed the manufacturer’s recommended ambient temperature for all your rack-mounted devices. v Do not install a unit in a rack where the air flow is compromised. Ensure that air flow is not blocked or reduced on any side, front, or back of a unit used for air flow through the unit.
  • Page 22: Rack Relocation (19" Rack)

    (R002) Product recycling and disposal Refer to the IBM Systems Environmental Notices and User Guide (Z125-5823) for translated environmental statements and information regarding product recycling and disposal. This document may be provided either in printed version or on the product documentation CD.
  • Page 23: About This Document

    It describes how to install, service, and use the IBM Storage Networking SAN50C-R (machine type 8977-R50) Switch. Throughout this document, the product is referred to as the IBM SAN50C-R, or simply the switch. This document has been created to include information specific to IBM SAN50C-R switches running on NX-OS version 8.1(1b), or later.
  • Page 24 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 25: Chapter 1. Introducing The San50C-R

    Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) ports, and two 10-Gbps Ethernet IP storage services ports in a fixed two-rack-unit (2RU) form factor. The IBM SAN50C-R Switch can be deployed in the existing native Fibre Channel networks, which ensures protection of your investments in storage networks. Two 1/10-Gbps ports support Small Computer System Interface over IP (iSCSI) storage services.
  • Page 26: Chassis

    The IBM Storage Networking SAN50C-R Switch fan modules have a fixed handle for inserting and removing from the chassis. The IBM SAN50C-R Switch requires a minimum of one and a maximum of two operating fan modules. This provides redundancy for uninterrupted operation in the event of fan module failure.
  • Page 27: Integrated Supervisor Module

    Figure 3. IBM SAN50C-R Fan Module The IBM SAN50C-R supports front to rear air flow with port-side exhaust. The following figure shows a fan blank module: Figure 4. Fan Blank Module For more information on installing and removing fan modules, see “Removing and Installing Fan Modules”...
  • Page 28: Front And Rear Panels

    Front and rear panels The front panel of the IBM SAN50C-R Switch has the following LEDs. v Status LED v P/S LED v FAN LED Figure 5. IBM SAN50C-R Ports and LEDs CONSOLE Debug Port USB Port 10G iSCSI/FC Ports...
  • Page 29: Ibm Ibm San50C-R Front Panel Leds

    Table 2. IBM IBM SAN50C-R front panel LEDs Status Description Status Green All diagnostics pass. The module is operational (normal initialization sequence). Orange The module is booting or running diagnostics (normal initialization sequence) An over-temperature condition has occurred. (A minor temperature threshold has been exceeded during environmental monitoring.)
  • Page 30: Fan Modules

    PSU Bay 3 Fan Modules The IBM Storage Networking SAN50C-R Switch has two fan trays that are installed vertically at the back of the chassis. Each fan module can be removed while the other fan module continues to move air through the chassis.
  • Page 31: Ibm San50C-R Fan Module

    Figure 7. IBM SAN50C-R Fan Module Chapter 1. Introducing the SAN50C-R...
  • Page 32: Power Supplies

    Power Supplies The IBM SAN50C-R switch has capacity for up to three hot swappable 300 W AC power supply units (PSUs). The following graphic illustrates the power supply unit.
  • Page 33: Ibm San50C-R Switch 300W Ac Power Supply

    Figure 9. IBM SAN50C-R Switch 300W AC Power Supply The following figure shows a fan blank module: Chapter 1. Introducing the SAN50C-R...
  • Page 34: Ibm San50C-R Switch Psu

    Figure 10. IBM SAN50C-R Switch PSU Switch Socket Input LED Output LED Each PSU can provide information about itself to the supervisor. The two types of information available are status information (output voltage, fan state, unit state) SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 35: Connecting An Ats For Power Grid Level

    The APC AP7721 has been verified to work with the IBM SAN50C-R switch. If insufficient power is available to the IBM SAN50C-R switch the system puts the remaining PSUs in shutdown mode to prevent heat damage to them. A PSU in this mode can be identified by the green input LED and red output LED.
  • Page 36: Supported Transceivers

    The PSU is connected to any one grid; it works in non-redundant mode. The power supplies in a IBM SAN50C-R Switch work in the following power modes when FCoE ports are in ADMIN UP state: Figure 13. Power modes when FcoE ports are in ADMIN UP state 3 online PSUs They work in N+1 redundant mode.
  • Page 37: Chapter 2. Installing The Ibm San50C-R Switch

    Chapter 2. Installing the IBM SAN50C-R switch This chapter describes how to install the IBM SAN50C-R switch and its components and includes the following information: v “Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch” v “Required Equipment” on page 15 v “Installation Options” on page 15 v “Installation Guidelines”...
  • Page 38: Site Requirements

    All equipment in the rack grounded through a reliable branch circuit connection v Additional weight of switch not to exceed the rack’s weight limits v Rack secured to ensure stability in case of unexpected movement SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 39: Airflow Considerations

    The Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (an optional kit, purchased separately). For instructions on installing the switch using the mounting kit shipped with the switch, see the “Installing the IBM SAN50C-R Shelf Bracket Kit into a Rack” on page 33 section see the Installing the Switch section.
  • Page 40: Installing The Switch

    12-24 screws: 30 in-lb Installing the Switch This section describes how to use the rack-mount kit to install the IBM SAN50C-R switch into a cabinet or rack that meets the requirements described in the “Rack Requirements” on page 29 section.
  • Page 41: Ibm San50C-R Fabric Switch Rack-Mount Kit

    If a 110-VAC input is chosen, order a 110-VAC power cord separately. Table 1-1 lists the items provided in the IBM SAN50C-R mounting kit used for installing the switch. Table 4. IBM SAN50C-R Fabric Switch Rack-Mount Kit...
  • Page 42 Installing the Rack-Mount Brackets on the IBM SAN50C-R Switch b. Attach the bracket to the switch with the four M4 screws originally provided with the bracket. c. Repeat with the other front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the switch.
  • Page 43 Installing the Switch on the Slider Rails b. Align the two C brackets on either side of the switch with the slider rails installed in the rack. Slide the C brackets onto the slider rails, and then Chapter 2. Installing the IBM SAN50C-R switch...
  • Page 44: Grounding The System

    If your chassis does not have the system ground attached, you must install the system ground lug. For installation instructions and location of the chassis system ground pads, see “Establishing the System Ground” section on page 1-13. SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 45 Attaching the ESD Wrist Strap to the System Ground Lug Screw c. Follow these additional guidelines when handling modules: Handle carriers by available handles or edges only; avoid touching the printed circuit boards or connectors. Chapter 2. Installing the IBM SAN50C-R switch...
  • Page 46 1 and 10 megohm (Mohm). Establishing the System Ground This section describes how to connect a system ground to the IBM SAN50C-R switch. Note: Note This system ground is also referred to as the network equipment building system (NEBS) ground.
  • Page 47: Starting The Switch

    Note: Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you may need the optional jumper power cord to connect the IBM SAN50C-R switch to your outlet receptacle. Connect the other end of the power cable to a power source.
  • Page 48: Installing And Removing Power Supplies

    Note: A setup utility automatically launches the first time you access the switch and guides you through the basic configuration. For instructions about how to configure the switch and check module connectivity, see the IBM Storage Networking SAN c-type Family.
  • Page 49: Installing An Ac Power Supply

    8 in-lb. Installing an AC Power Supply About this task To install an AC power supply in the IBM SAN50C-R switch, follow these steps. Procedure 1. Ensure that the system (earth) ground connection has been made.
  • Page 50: Removing A Fan Module

    This section includes the following topics. v “Removing a Fan Module” v Installing a Fan Module on the IBM SAN50C-R Switch, page 1-18“Installing a Fan Module” Removing a Fan Module About this task The fan module is designed to be removed and replaced while the system is operating without presenting an electrical hazard or damaging the system.
  • Page 51 3. Verify that the Fan STATUS LED is green. If the LED is not green, one or more fans are faulty. If this occurs, contact your customer service representative for a replacement part. Chapter 2. Installing the IBM SAN50C-R switch...
  • Page 52 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 53: Chapter 3. Cabinet And Rack Installation

    Standard two-post Telco rack, with mounting rails that conform to English universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992. Rack Requirements for IBM SAN50C-R Chassis The rack must also meet the following requirements. v The minimum vertical rack space per chassis is 3.5 in. (8,8 cm).
  • Page 54: Rack-Mounting Guidelines

    Note: The side rail-mount brackets provided with the IBM SAN50C-R switch require an additional height of 0.75 inches (1.9 cm). They are required during the installation of the IBM SAN50C-R switch only, and can be removed or left installed once the front-mounting brackets are securely fastened to the mounting rails.
  • Page 55: Before Installing The Rack-Mount Support Brackets

    Before Installing the Rack-Mount Support Brackets Before installing the rack-mount support brackets for the IBM SAN50C-R switch, check the contents of the optional shelf bracket kit against those listed in the following table. Table 6. Contents of Shelf Bracket Kit...
  • Page 56 4. Attach the crossbar to the shelf brackets using the 10-32 screws. 5. Insert the slider rails into the shelf brackets and attach them to the rear rack-mounting rails using a minimum of four 12-24 or 10-24 screws. SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 57: Installing The Switch On The Rack-Mount Support Brackets

    Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Note: Note Before you install, operate, or service the system, see the IBM Systems Environmental Notices and User Guide, Z125-5823 for important safety information.
  • Page 58: Installing The Switch On The Shelf Brackets

    CAUTION: IBM recommends that you use a mechanical lift when the chassis is being moved or lifted. The IBM SAN50C-R switch weighs approximately 22.4 lb (10.09 kg) when fully loaded with all modules and power supplies.
  • Page 59 To install the IBM SAN50C-R switch on top of the shelf brackets, follow these steps. Verify that the shelf brackets are level and securely attached to the rack-mounting rails, and the rack is stabilized. Slide the Slide the IBM SAN50C-R switch onto the shelf brackets, ensuring that it is squarely positioned.
  • Page 60 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 61: Chapter 4. Initial Setup And Verification

    Manager (DCNM) v Fibre Channel over Ethernet— FCoE ports that are used for FCoE connectivity. The FCoE ports of the IBM SAN50C-R switch cannot be used for traditional Ethernet switching. v Fibre Channel ports —Fibre Channel ports that are used to connect to the SAN or for in-band management.
  • Page 62: Connecting To The Console Port

    The autosensing 10/100/1000 Ethernet management port is located on the front panel (labeled MGMT ETH), below the Console port. This port is used for out-of-band management of the IBM SAN50C-R switch. It can also be used for upstream data transferring.
  • Page 63: Connecting To A Fibre Channel Port

    SFP transceivers to prevent damage to the cable or transceiver. Note: Use only IBM recommend SFP transceivers on the IBM SAN50C-R switch. Each SFP transceiver is encoded with model information that enables the switch to verify that the SFP transceiver meets the requirements for the switch.
  • Page 64 SFP+ inward and upward into the cage. Next, lower the bale clasp and pull the SFP+ straight out with a slight upward lifting force (see Figure 1-3). Be careful not to damage the port cage during this process. SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 65 Alternate Removal Method for Bale Clasp SFP+ Transceivers 4. Insert a dust cover into the port end of the transceiver and place the transceiver on an antistatic mat or into a static shielding bag if you plan to return it to the factory.
  • Page 66: Maintaining Sfp Transceivers And Fiber-Optic Cables

    Do not touch the ends of connectors. This prevents fingerprints and other contamination of the connectors. v Inspect cables before installation, for dust and damage. If damage is suspected, clean the ends and check for excessive light loss with a light meter. SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 67: Appendix A. Product Specifications

    This topic provides the specifications for the switch. Switch Specifications Environmental requirements The IBM SAN50C-R switch supports hot-swappable fan modules that provide 200 linear feet per minute (LFM) per minute of airflow with 300 W of power dissipation. Table 8. Environmental specifications for the IBM SAN50C-R switch...
  • Page 68: Typical Ac Power Consumption For The Ibm

    Table 10. IBM IBM SAN50C-R switch AC input power supply specifications (continued) AC power supply input Specifications AC input frequency Minimum = 47 Hz Nominal = 50 to 60 Hz Maximum = 63 Hz Power supply output capacity 300 W...
  • Page 69: Power Requirements Specifications For A 16 Gbps Fibre Channel Sfp= Transceivers

    Table 12. SFP+ Fibre Channel Transceivers (continued) SFP+ Transceiver description Type FC16G-LW 4/8/16-Gbps Fibre Channel LW, Long Wavelength SFP+, LC FC8G-SW 2/4/8-Gbps Fibre Channel SW, Short Wavelength SFP+, LC FC8G-LW 2/4/8-Gbps Fibre Channel LW, Long Wavelength SFP+, LC General specifications for 16-Gbps fibre channel SFP+ transceivers Table 13.
  • Page 70: Power Requirements Specifications For A 10 Gbps Fibre Channel Sfp= Transceivers

    Table 19. General specifications for a 8 Gbps fibre channel SFP= transceivers Cable Wavelength Core size Baud Rate Distance SFP+ (nanometer)- Fibre Type (micron) (GBd) (meter) FC8G-SW 62.5 150 m (492 FC8G-LW 1310 6.2 miles (10 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 71: Power Requirements Specifications For A

    Environmental and power requirements for the 8-Gbps fibre channel SFP+ transceivers Table 20. Power requirements specifications for a 8 Gbps fibre channel SFP= transceivers Average Transmit Average Transmit Power (dBm) Power (dBm) Fibre loss budget (dBm) SFP+ Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum FC8G-SW -1.3 -10 (2...
  • Page 72 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 73: Appendix B. Site Planning And Maintenance Records

    Finding the Chassis Serial Number You can find the chassis serial number label of the IBM c-type SAN switches and directors on the chassis. If you have CLI access, enter the show sprom backplane 1 command to display the backplane contents, including the switch serial number.
  • Page 74 SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 75: Notices

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    International Business Machines Corp., registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Other product and service names might be trademarks of IBM or other companies. A current list of IBM trademarks is available on the web at Copyright and trademark information atwww.ibm.com/legal/copytrade.shtml Adobe, the Adobe logo, PostScript, and the PostScript logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States, and/or other countries.
  • Page 77: Industry Canada Compliance Statement

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors, or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
  • Page 78: Germany Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

    / EN 55032 Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung von IBM verändert bzw.
  • Page 79 EN 55032 Klasse B ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung von IBM verändert bzw.
  • Page 80: People's Republic Of China Class A Statement

    IBM Taiwan Product Service Contact Information: IBM Taiwan Corporation 3F, No 7, Song Ren Rd., Taipei Taiwan Tel: 0800-016-888 Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference Class A Statement This explains the Japan Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) statement. SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 81: Japan Electronics And Information Technology Industries Association Statement

    Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association Statement This statement explains the Japan JIS C 61000-3-2 product wattage compliance. This statement explains the Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association (JEITA) statement for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase.
  • Page 82 Russia Electromagnetic Interference Class A Statement This statement explains the Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) statement. SAN50C-R Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 83 ESD xviii rack installation xviii rack relocation xviii product accessibility ix Fabric OS version xxi models xxi specifications 43 product disposal xx product models getting help ix Cisco xxi IBM xxi product recycling xx © Copyright IBM Corp. 2018...
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