Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This section contains the following: “US Federal Communications Commission” “Industry Canada” “Emissions, Immunity and Electrical Safety Standards” on page 4 “Translated Safety Statements” on page 4 US 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.
Emissions, Immunity and Electrical Safety Standards RFI Emissions FCC Class A, EN55022 Class A, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, VCCI Class A, Warning In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. ...
Contents Preface....................................11 Document Conventions ...............................12 Contacting Allied Telesis ..............................13 Chapter 1: Overview ................................ 15 Front Panels ..................................16 Features ....................................17 XS900MX Models .................................17 100Mbps and 1/10Gbps Twisted Pair Ports ............................17 SFP/SFP+ Ports ................................17 LEDs .....................................17 Installation Options ...............................18 MAC Address Table..............................18 Management Software and Interfaces..........................18...
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Contents Installing the Switch ..............................50 Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Wall ........................55 Switch Orientations on a Wall ............................. 56 Installation Guidelines................................. 57 Tools and Material ............................... 57 Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs ........................59 Installing a Plywood Base ..............................
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Figures Figure 1: AT-XS916MXT Switch Front Panel ........................16 Figure 2: AT-XS916MXS Switch Front Panel ........................16 Figure 3: Management Panel ...............................19 Figure 4: Stacking Transceiver .............................22 Figure 5: Link/activity LEDs for the Twisted Pair Ports......................25 Figure 6: Link/activity LEDs for the SFP/SFP+ Ports ......................26 Figure 7: Switch ID LED ...............................27 Figure 8: Switch ID LED Not in Low Power Mode ........................27 Figure 9: Switch ID LEDs in Low Power Mode ........................28...
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Figures Figure 51: Connecting the Management Cable to the Console Port ..................82 Figure 52: User Exec Mode Prompt............................83 Figure 53: SHOW STACK Command ...........................83 Figure 54: Moving to the Global Configuration Mode ......................84 Figure 55: Confirmation Prompt for the NO STACK ENABLE Command ................84 Figure 56: Returning to the Privileged Exec Mode .......................85 Figure 57: Saving the Changes with the WRITE Command....................85 Figure 58: RJ-45 Socket Pin Layout (Front View).........................94...
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Tables Table 1: Link/activity LEDs for the Twisted Pair Ports ......................25 Table 2: Link/activity LEDs for the SFP/SFP+ Ports ......................26 Table 3: PORT Parameter Format ............................32 Table 4: Product Dimensions ...............................91 Table 5: Product Weights ..............................91 Table 6: Ventilation Requirements ............................91 Table 7: Environmental Specifications ..........................92 Table 8: Input Voltages ................................92 Table 9: Maximum Power Consumption ..........................92...
Preface This guide contains the installation instructions for the XS900MX Series of Layer 3 10 Gigabit 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 as stand-alone units.
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.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 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: ...
Switches” on page 32 Note This guide explains how to install the switches as stand-alone units. For instructions on how to install the devices as a stack with Virtual ™ Chassis Stacking (VCStack ) feature, see the XS900MX Series Installation Guide for VCStack.
Chapter 1: Overview Front Panels The front panel of the AT-XS916MXT Switch is shown in Figure 1. 100Mbps and 1/10Gbps Twisted Pair Ports 1Gbps SFP and 10Gbps SFP+ Ports Default Stacking Ports Management Panel Figure 1. AT-XS916MXT Switch Front Panel The front panel of the AT-XS916MXS Switch is shown in Figure 2.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Features The XS900MX Switches and their features are listed in this section: XS900MX Here are the model names: Models AT-XS916MXT AT-XS916MXS 100Mbps and Here are the basic features of the 100Mbps and 1/10Gbps twisted pair...
Chapter 1: Overview Installation Here are the installation options for the switches: Options Desk or tabletop 19-inch equipment rack Wall MAC Address Here are the basic features of the MAC address tables of the switches: Table Storage capacity of 16,000 dynamic MAC address entries ...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Management Panel Figure 3 identifies the components in the management panels on the XS900MX Switches. Console Management Port eco-friendly button Switch ID LED USB Port Figure 3. Management Panel...
Chapter 1: Overview 100Mbps and 1/10Gbps Twisted Pair Ports The AT-XS916MXT and AT-XS916MXS Switches have twelve and four 100/1000/10GBASE-T ports, respectively. Speed The ports can operate at 100Mbps, 1Gbps, or 10Gbps. The speeds can be set manually using the management software or automatically with Auto-Negotiation (IEEE 802.3u), the default setting.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 1Gbps SFP and 10Gbps SFP+ Ports The XS916MX Switches have ports for 1Gbps SFP or 10Gbps SFP+ transceivers.The AT-XS916MXT Switch has four ports and the AT-XS916MXS Switch has twelve ports. Transceivers are used to connect...
Figure 4. Stacking Transceiver Note This guide explains how to install the devices as stand-alone units. For instructions on how to install the switches in a stack with Virtual Chassis Stacking (VCStack), refer to the XS900MX Series Installation Guide for VCStack.
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XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches The default settings for ports 15/S1 and 16/S2 are trunk ports for VCStack. You can use the ports as regular networking ports by disabling VCStack or selecting other ports for the trunk. When the ports are operating as regular networking ports, they support the same SFP/SFP+ transceivers as the other SFP/SFP+ ports.
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.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches LEDs This section describes the functions of the LEDs. LEDs for the Each twisted pair port has one status LED that displays link and activity information. Refer to Figure 5. Twisted Pair Ports...
Chapter 1: Overview LEDs for the The LEDs for the SFP/SFP+ ports are located between the ports, as shown in Figure 6. Each port has one LED. The left LED is for the top port SFP/SFP+ Ports and the right LED is for the bottom port. Link/activity LED for the Link/activity LED for the Bottom Port...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Switch ID LED Figure 7. Switch ID LED The states of the LED when the switch is not operating in the low power mode are shown in Figure 8. The switch is booting up.
Chapter 1: Overview 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 9. The switch is the master switch of a VCStack.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches USB Port The management panel has a USB port for storing configuration files on flash drives, restoring configuration files to switches whose settings have been lost or corrupted, or configuring replacement units. You can also use the port and flash drives to update the management firmware on the switch.
Chapter 1: Overview Console Port The Console port is used to conduct management sessions with the switch to configure its features and parameter settings. This type of management uses serial RS-232 and is commonly referred to as local or out-of-band management because it is not conducted over your network. To perform local management, you must be at the location of the switch and must use the management cable included with the switch.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Power Supply The XS900MX Switches come with one AC power supply. The back panels have one AC connector. The power supply is not field-replaceable; refer to “Technical Specifications” on page 91 for the input voltage range.
INTERFACE command to enter the Port Interface mode for ports 15 and 16: awplus> enable awplus# configure terminal awplus(config)# interface port1.0.15,port1.0.16 For instructions on the command line interface and the PORT parameter, refer to the Software Reference for XS900MX Series Switches, AlliedWare Plus Operating System.
Chapter 2 Beginning the Installation The chapter contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 34 “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 38 “Unpacking the Switch” on page 39 “Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clip” on page 40...
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions 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/library. Note Les consignes de sécurité...
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XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. Warning Class I Equipment. This equipment must be earthed. The power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet.
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Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the device. 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. ...
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XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Caution The unit does not contain serviceable components. Please return damaged units for servicing. Warning When you remove an SFP module from this product, the case temperature of the SFP may exceed 40° C (158° F). Exercise caution when handling with unprotected hands.
Chapter 2: 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 to be sure 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.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Unpacking the Switch The XS900MX Switches come with the components listed in Figure 11. Note If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. AC power cord Management cable, with RJ-45...
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clip The power cord retaining clip that comes with the switch protects the power cord from being accidentally unplugged from the unit. To install the power cord retaining clip, position the “u” part facing down, press in the sides, and insert the ends of the clip into the holes in the retaining bracket on the AC connector on the switch.
Chapter 3 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 42 ...
Chapter 3: 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.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Overview to Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack You can install XS900MX Switches in a 19-inch equipment rack two ways. One way is with the AT-RKMT-J14 brackets that come with the switch.
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack The bracket lets you install two switches side-by-side. Refer to Figure 15. Figure 15. 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”...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack with AT-RKMT-J14 Brackets This section contains the procedure for installing XS900MX Switches in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, with the AT-RKMT-J14 Brackets included with the units.
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack The brackets also have two sets of four holes. Refer to Figure 17. Set 1 Set 2 Figure 17. AT-RKMT-J14 Bracket Holes You can use the different sets of holes on the switch and brackets to install the switch in different orientations in the equipment rack .
Please review the information in “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 38 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...
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack Figure 20. 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.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 4. Have another person hold the switch at the desired location in the equipment rack while you secure it using four standard equipment rack screws (not provided). Refer to Figure 22. Figure 22. Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack...
Chapter 3: 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 XS900MX Switches in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, with the optional AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 2. Loosen the two thumbscrews on the front of the bracket. Refer to Figure 24. Figure 24. Loosening the Two Thumbscrews on the Front of the AT- RKMT-J15 Bracket 3. Slide out the bracket tray. Refer to Figure 25.
Chapter 3: 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.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 28. 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 29. Figure 29. Securing the Switch to the AT-RKMT-J15 Bracket...
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch on a Table or in an Equipment Rack 10. Slide in the bracket tray. Refer to Figure 30. Figure 30. Sliding in the Bracket Tray 11. Tighten the two thumbscrews to secure the tray to the bracket. Refer to Figure 31.
Chapter 4 Installing the Switch on a Wall The procedures in this chapter are listed here: “Switch Orientations on a Wall” on page 56 “Installation Guidelines” on page 57 “Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs” on page 59 ...
Chapter 4: 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 32. Do not install it with the front panel on the top or bottom.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installation Guidelines Here are the guidelines to installing the switch on a wall: You can install the switch on a wall with wooden studs or 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.
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Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Wall 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...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 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 for the device. (A plywood base is not required for a concrete wall.) Refer to Figure 33.
Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Wall The plywood base should be mounted to two studs in the wall. The recommended minimum dimensions of the plywood base for the switch are listed here: Width: 55.9 centimeters (22 inches) ...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 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 59. Consult a qualified building contractor for installation instructions for the 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 34 and “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 38 before performing this procedure. Allied Telesis recommends a minimum of two people for this procedure. Warning The device is heavy.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 3. After attaching the brackets, have another person hold the switch on the plywood base on the wall while you secure it with four screws (not provided with the switch). Refer to Figure 36.
Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Wall 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: ...
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 provided anchors into the holes.
Chapter 4: Installing the Switch on a Wall Figure 38. Installing the Switch on a Concrete Wall 8. Go to Chapter 6, “Powering On the Switch” on page 75.
Chapter 5 Cabling the Networking Ports This chapter contains the following procedures: “Cabling the Twisted Pair Ports” on page 68 “Installing SFP/SFP+ Transceivers” on page 69 “Installing AT-SP10TW1 and AT-SP10TW3 Direct Attach Cables” on page 72...
Chapter 5: Cabling the Networking Ports Cabling the Twisted Pair Ports Here are the guidelines to cabling the 100Mbps and 1/10Gbps twisted pair ports: The cable specifications for the twisted pair ports are listed in “Cable Requirements” on page 20. ...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installing SFP/SFP+ Transceivers This section contains guidelines and procedures for installing SFP/SFP+ transceivers. Guidelines for Here are general installation guidelines for SFP/SFP+ transceivers: SFP/SFP+ SFP/SFP+ transceivers are hot-swappable. You may install them Transceivers while the chassis is powered on.
Chapter 5: Cabling the Networking Ports 3. Position the transceiver. For a top slot, position the transceiver with the handle on top. For a bottom slot, position the transceiver with the handle beneath the module. 4. Slide the transceiver into the slot until it clicks into place. See Figure 40.
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 6. Verify the position of the handle on the SFP transceiver. For a top slot, the handle is in the upright position, as shown in Figure 42. For a bottom slot, the handle should be in the down position.
3. To install the transceiver in a port in the top row, position the transceiver with the Allied Telesis label facing up. To install the transceiver in a port in the bottom row, position the transceiver with the label facing down.
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XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 5. Connect the other end of the cable into an SFP+ port on another network device. Note If you are using the cable as trunk cables for VCStack, remember that the cables must crossover to different ports. For example, it you are using the default trunk ports 15/S1 and 16/S2, port 15/S1 on one switch must crossover to port 16/S2 on the second switch.
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Chapter 5: Cabling the Networking Ports...
Chapter 6 Powering On the Switch This chapter contains the following procedures: “Powering On the Switch” on page 76 “Monitoring the Initialization Processes” on page 78 “Configuring the Switch for Stand-alone Operations” on page 81...
Chapter 6: Powering On the Switch Powering On the Switch Before powering on the switch, see “Power Specifications” on page 92 for the power specifications. To power on the switch, perform the following procedure: 1. Install the power cord retaining clip. Refer to “Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clip”...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 47. Lowering the Retaining Clip 5. Connect the other end of the power cord to an appropriate power source. Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.
If the LED is displaying “0,” the installation procedure is complete. The switch is now ready for network operations as a stand-alone unit. Refer to the Software Reference for XS900MX Series Switches, AlliedWare Plus Operating System, for instructions on how to configure the operating parameters.
Chapter 6: Powering On the Switch Figure 51. Connecting the Management Cable to the Console Port 2. Connect the other end of the cable to an RS-232 port on a terminal or computer with a terminal emulator program. 3. Configure the terminal or terminal emulator program as follows: ...
Note The User Exec mode is the first level in the command mode interface. For complete information on the modes and commands, refer to the Software Reference for XS900MX Series Switches, AlliedWare Plus Operating System from www.alliedtelesis.com/ support. 2. Enter the SHOW STACK command to display the status of the VCStack feature.
Chapter 6: Powering On the Switch 3. Review the following items: If the Operational Status is “Stacking Hardware Disabled,” the VCStack feature is already disabled on the switch. The switch is ready for operations as a stand-alone switch in your network. No further installation steps are required.
If the ID number is “0,” the switch is ready for normal network operations as a stand-alone unit. Refer to the Software Reference for XS900MX Series Switches, AlliedWare Plus Operating System, for instructions on how to configure the operating parameters. If the...
This chapter contains suggestions on how to troubleshoot the switch if a problem occurs. Note For further assistance, please contact Allied Telesis Technical Support at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. Problem 1: The Switch ID LED on the front of the switch is off.
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Chapter 7: 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. ...
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XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches or 100 Mbps and a fixed duplex mode of full-duplex. If this is the cause of the problem, adjust the duplex mode of the port on the network device or switch so that both ports are using the same duplex mode. You can use either the LEDs or management software on the switch to determine the duplex mode settings of the ports.
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the following sections: "Physical Specifications” "Environmental Specifications” on page 92 "Power Specifications” on page 92 "Certifications” on page 93 "RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts” on page 94 "RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts”...
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Table 7. Environmental Specifications Operating Ambient Temperature 0° C to 50° C (32° F to 122° F) Storage Temperature -25° C to 70° C (-13° F to 158° F) Operating Humidity 5% to 90% noncondensing Storage Humidity 5% to 95% noncondensing Maximum Operating Altitude...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Certifications Table 11. Product Certifications RFI Emissions FCC Class A, EN55022 Class A, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, VCCI Class A, RCM EMC (Immunity) EN55024 UL 60950-1 ( Electrical and Laser Safety CSA-C22 No. 60950-1 (...
XS900MX Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Table 13. Pin Signals for 1000 Mbps (Continued) Pinout Pair Pair 3 - Pair 2 - Pair 4 + Pair 4 - RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts The pin signals of the RJ-45 style serial Console port are listed in Table 14.
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