Page 1 SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 (SBx908 GEN2) Switch Advanced Layer 3+ Modular Switch AlliedWare Plus™ v5.4.9-2 SBx908 GEN2 Chassis XEM2-8XSTm Ethernet Line Card XEM2-12XT Ethernet Line Card XEM2-12XTm Ethernet Line Card XEM2-12XS Ethernet Line Card XEM2-4QS Ethernet Line Card XEM2-1CQ Ethernet Line Card...
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/library. Remarque: Les consignes de sécurité portant le symbole  sont traduites dans plusieurs langues dans le document Translated Safety Statements, disponible à l'adresse www.alliedtelesis.com/ library.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface ....................................13 Document Conventions ...............................14 Contacting Allied Telesis ..............................15 Chapter 1: Overview ................................ 17 Overview....................................18 SBx908 GEN2 Chassis ..............................18 XEM2 Ethernet Line Cards............................18 Management Software and Interfaces .........................18 Management Methods..............................19 Management Panel ..............................19 Power Supplies ................................19 SBx908 GEN2 Chassis ...............................20 XEM2 Ethernet Line Cards ..............................21...
Page 6 Contents Unpacking SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supplies........................59 Unpacking SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies ......................60 Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis ........................... 61 Tools and Material ................................62 Adjusting the Equipment Rack Brackets..........................63 Installing the Chassis in an Equipment Rack........................67 Installing the Chassis Grounding Wire..........................
Page 7 Figures Figure 1: Front Panel of the SBx908 GEN2 Chassis......................20 Figure 2: Rear Panel of the SBx908 GEN2 Chassis ......................20 Figure 3: XEM2 Ethernet Line Cards............................21 Figure 4: XEM2-8XSTm Line Card ............................24 Figure 5: XEM2-12XT Line Card ............................27 Figure 6: XEM2-12XTm Line Card ............................29 Figure 7: XEM2-12XS Line Card ............................31 Figure 8: XEM2-4QS Line Card............................33 Figure 9: XEM2-1CQ Line Card............................35...
Page 8 Figures Figure 50: Aligning the Blank Power Supply Cover in the Slot .....................86 Figure 51: Lowering the Locking Handle on the Blank Power Supply Slot Cover ..............86 Figure 52: Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clips ......................87 Figure 53: Connecting the AC Power Cord...........................92 Figure 54: Securing the Power Cord with the Retaining Clip....................92 Figure 55: Connecting the Power Cord to an AC Power Source ..................93 Figure 56: Components on the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply..................95...
Page 9 AT-SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 110: Removing the Positive Lead Wire from the Terminal Block ................152 Figure 111: Reinstalling the Screws on the Positive and Negative Terminals..............153 Figure 112: Closing the Plastic Cover ..........................154 Figure 113: Removing the Grounding Wire ........................155 Figure 114: Reinstalling the Nut and Washer on the Grounding Post ................156 Figure 115: Lifting the Locking Handle and Removing the Power Supply................157 Figure 116: Installing the Blank Power Supply Slot Cover ....................158...
Page 10 Figures...
Page 11 Tables Table 1: XEM2 Series Line Cards ............................22 Table 2: Twisted Pair Ports on the XEM2-8XSTm Line Card ....................24 Table 3: Link and Activity LEDs for the Twisted Pair Ports on the XEM2-8XSTm Line Card ..........25 Table 4: Link and Activity LEDs for the SFP Ports on the XEM2-8XSTm Line Card ............26 Table 5: Twisted Pair Ports on the XEM2-12XT Line Card ....................27 Table 6: Link and Activity LEDs on the XEM2-12XT Line Card ...................28 Table 7: Twisted Pair Ports on the XEM2-12XTm Line Card ....................29...
Page 12 Tables...
Page 13: Preface
VCStack feature, refer to the SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for VCStack. This preface contains the following sections:  “Document Conventions” on page 14  “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 15...
Page 14: 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 15: Contacting Allied Telesis
SBx908 GEN2 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: ...
Page 16 Preface...
Page 17 Chapter 1 Overview The chapter contains the following sections:  “Overview” on page 18  “SBx908 GEN2 Chassis” on page 20  “XEM2 Ethernet Line Cards” on page 21  “XEM2-8XSTm Line Card” on page 24  “XEM2-12XT Line Card” on page 27 ...
Page 18: Chapter 1: Overview
XEM2-1CQ Card features one port for an 100Gbps QSFP28 transceiver. Ethernet line cards are ordered separately. Refer to the product data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site for a list of approved transceivers. Management Here are the management software and interfaces: Software and ...
Page 19: Management Methods
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches  Web browser interface available remotely over the network. The AlliedWare Plus management software comes pre-installed on the chassis. Management You can manage the switch as follows: Methods  Command line interface accessed locally through the Console port or remotely using Telnet or Secure Shell.
Page 20: Sbx908 Gen2 Chassis
Chapter 1: Overview SBx908 GEN2 Chassis The front panel of the SBx908 GEN2 Chassis is shown in Figure 1. Management Panel Power Supply Slot (PSU A) Power Supply Slot (PSU B) Eight Slots for XEM2 Ethernet Line Cards with Blank Cover Figure 1.
Page 21: Xem2 Ethernet Line Cards
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches XEM2 Ethernet Line Cards The XEM2 Ethernet line cards are shown in Figure 3 and briefly described in Table 1 on page 22. XEM2-8XSTm XEM2-12XT XEM2-12XTm XEM2-12XS XEM2-4QS XEM2-1CQ Figure 3. XEM2 Ethernet Line Cards...
Page 22: Table 1: Xem2 Series Line Cards
Chapter 1: Overview Table 1. XEM2 Series Line Cards Line Card Description XEM2-8XSTm Four twisted pair ports (1-4) with RJ-45 connectors that support the following speeds: - 100Mbps - 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Four ports (5-8) that support the following types of transceivers and cables: - 1Gbps SFP - 10Gbps SFP+ - 10Gbps one meter SP10TW1, three...
Page 23 x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Table 1. XEM2 Series Line Cards (Continued) Line Card Description XEM2-1CQ One port for the 100Gbps QSFP28 transceiver. Please review the following:  The XEM2-8XSTm Card requires AlliedWare Plus v5.4.9-2 or later.  The 100Mbps port speed on the XEM2-12XT Card requires AlliedWare Plus v5.4.9-0 or later.
Page 24: Xem2-8Xstm Line Card
Chapter 1: Overview XEM2-8XSTm Line Card The XEM2-8XSTm Line Card is shown in Figure 4. Figure 4. XEM2-8XSTm Line Card Twisted Pair The XEM2-8XSTm Card has four twisted pair ports and four SFP ports. The specifications for the twisted pair ports are listed in Table 2. Ports Table 2.
Page 25: Twisted Pair Port Leds
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Table 2. Twisted Pair Ports on the XEM2-8XSTm Line Card (Continued) Specification Description Cabling Minimum cable requirements are: - 100Mbps - Standard TIA/EIA 568-B- compliant Category 3 unshielded cabling. - 1/2.5/5Gbps - Standard TIA/EIA 568-A- compliant Category 5 or TIA/EIA 568-B- compliant Enhanced Category 5 (Cat 5e) unshielded cabling.
Page 26: Transceiver Ports
SFP and SFP+ transceivers are purchased separately. For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the SBx908 GEN2 Series data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site. Transceiver Port The ports have link and activity LEDs. The states of the LEDs are described in Table 4.
Page 27: Xem2-12Xt Line Card
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches XEM2-12XT Line Card The XEM2-12XT Line Card is shown in Figure 5. Figure 5. XEM2-12XT Line Card Twisted Pair The XEM2-12XT Card has 12 twisted pair ports with standard 8-pin RJ-45 ports. The port specifications are listed in Table 5. Ports Table 5.
Page 28: Leds
Chapter 1: Overview Table 5. Twisted Pair Ports on the XEM2-12XT Line Card (Continued) Specification Description Cabling Minimum cable requirements are: - 100Mbps - Standard TIA/EIA 568-B- compliant Category 3 unshielded cabling. - 1Gbps - Standard TIA/EIA 568-A- compliant Category 5 or TIA/EIA 568-B- compliant Enhanced Category 5 (Cat 5e) unshielded cabling.
Page 29: Xem2-12Xtm Line Card
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches XEM2-12XTm Line Card The XEM2-12XTm Line Card is shown in Figure 6. Figure 6. XEM2-12XTm Line Card Twisted Pair The XEM2-12XTm Card has 12 twisted pair ports with standard 8-pin RJ- 45 ports. The specifications of the ports are listed in Table 7. Ports Table 7.
Page 30: Leds
Chapter 1: Overview Table 7. Twisted Pair Ports on the XEM2-12XTm Line Card (Continued) Specification Description Cabling Minimum cable requirements are: - 100Mbps - Standard TIA/EIA 568-B- compliant Category 3 unshielded cabling. - 1/2.5/5Gbps - Standard TIA/EIA 568-A- compliant Category 5 or TIA/EIA 568-B- compliant Enhanced Category 5 (Cat 5e) unshielded cabling.
Page 31: Xem2-12Xs Line Card
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches XEM2-12XS Line Card The XEM2-12XS Line Card is shown in Figure 7. Figure 7. XEM2-12XS Line Card Transceiver Ports The card has twelve ports that support the following types of 1Gbps SFP transceivers, 10Gbps SFP+ transceivers, and 10Gbps direct connect cables: ...
Page 32: Leds
SFP or SFP+ transceivers are purchased separately. For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the SBx908 GEN2 Series data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site. LEDs The ports have link and activity LEDs. The states of the LEDs are described in Table 9 on page 32.
Page 33: Xem2-4Qs Line Card
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches XEM2-4QS Line Card The XEM2-4QS Line Card is shown in Figure 8. Figure 8. XEM2-4QS Line Card Transceiver Ports The XEM2-4QS Line Card has four ports that support the following types of 40Gbps QSFP+ transceivers: ...
Page 34 Chapter 1: Overview Table 10. Link and Activity LEDs on the XEM2-4QS Line Card (Continued) State Description Possible causes of this state are listed here: - The port does not have a transceiver. - The transceiver has not established a link to a network device.
Page 35: Xem2-1Cq Line Card
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches XEM2-1CQ Line Card The XEM2-1CQ Line Card is shown in Figure 9. Figure 9. XEM2-1CQ Line Card Transceiver Port The XEM2-1CQ Line Card has one port and supports the following 100Gbps QSFP28 transceivers: ...
Page 36 Chapter 1: Overview Table 11. Link and Activity LED on the XEM2-1CQ Line Card (Continued) State Description Flashing Green The transceiver is transmitting or receiving data. Possible causes of this state are listed here: - The port does not have a transceiver. - The transceiver has not established a link to a network device.
Page 37: Management Panel
The management panel is not field-replaceable. USB Port You can use the USB port with a flash drive to perform the following management functions:  Provide a centralized network backup location for Allied Telesis Management Framework.  Store backup copies of configuration files. ...
Page 38: Net Mgmt Ethernet Management Port
100 ohm impedance and a frequency of 100 MHz. For instructions on how to configure the NET MGMT port, refer to the Software Reference for SwitchBlade x908 Gen2 Switch. The Network Management (NET MGMT) port has one Status LED, described in Table 12.
Page 39: Console (Rs-232) Port
“Starting a Local Management Session” on page 127 or the Software Reference for SwitchBlade x908 Gen2 Switch. Switch ID LED The Switch ID LED, shown in Figure 11, displays the ID number of the switch.
Page 40: Eco-Friendly Button
Chapter 1: Overview The switch displays the letter “F” for fault on the ID LED if it detects one of the following problems:  A cooling fan has failed.  The internal temperature of the switch has exceeded the normal operating range and the switch may shut down.
Page 41: Power Supplies
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Power Supplies The power supply units for the chassis are the SBxPWRSYS2 AC and SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies. Refer to Figure 12. SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supply SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply Figure 12. SBxPWRSYS2 and SBxPWRSYS1-80 Power Supplies Here are the power supply guidelines: ...
Page 42 The power supplies are installed in the PSU A and PSU B slots in the front panel of the chassis. If you are installing only one power supply, Allied Telesis recommends installing it in PSU A slot because that slot does not come with a blank slot cover.
Page 43: Fan08 Units
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches FAN08 Units The cooling unit for the chassis is the FAN08 Fan module. Refer to Figure 13. Figure 13. FAN08 Module The chassis comes with two pre-installed fan modules in FAN A and FAN B slots on the rear panel.
Page 44: Specifying Ports In The Command Line Interface
Chapter 1: Overview Specifying Ports in the Command Line Interface 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 14. .n.n port1 Stack ID Number...
Page 45: Software And Hardware Releases
x908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Software and Hardware Releases Software releases of the AlliedWare Plus operating software for the SBx908 GEN2 Switch are listed in Table 14. Table 14. Software and Hardware Releases Software Version Hardware v5.4.7A-1 SBx908 GEN2 Chassis XEM2-12XT Line Card XEM2-12XS Line Card XEM2-4QS Line Card...
Page 46 Chapter 1: Overview...
Page 47: Chapter 2: Beginning The Installation
Chapter 2 Beginning the Installation The chapter contains the following sections:  “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 48  “Choosing a Site for the Chassis” on page 53  “Unpacking the Chassis” on page 54  “Unpacking SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supplies” on page 59 ...
Page 48: Reviewing Safety Precautions
Chapter 2: 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 49 SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 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 50  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 51 SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Note If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the manufacturer’s maximum rated ambient temperature (Tmra).
Page 52 Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Warning The temperature of an operational SFP or SFP+ transceiver may exceed 70° C (158° F). Exercise caution when removing or handling transceivers with unprotected hands.  E43 Warning The grounding lug on the rear panel of the chassis is for supplemental grounding.
Page 53: Choosing A Site For The Chassis
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Choosing a Site for the Chassis Observe these site requirements.  The SBx908 Gen2 Chassis should be installed in a standard 19- inch equipment rack. It should not be installed on a table, desk, or wall.
Page 54: Unpacking The Chassis
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Unpacking the Chassis Figure 16 shows the contents of the shipping box. Figure 16. SBx908 Gen2 Switch Shipping Box The items in the box are listed here:  A - Protective bag  B - SBx908 Gen2 Switch ...
Page 55: Figure 17: Lifting The Switch From The Shipping Box
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Warning The switch is heavy. Ask for assistance lifting the device out of the shipping box. You might injure yourself or damage the device if you lift it without assistance. Figure 17. Lifting the Switch from the Shipping Box 2.
Page 56: Figure 19: Pre-Installed Items On The Front And Side Panels
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation 3. Visually inspect the front panel of the switch for the pre-installed components shown in Figure 19. 1. Two equipment rack 3. One blank panel in power 2. Seven line card slot brackets supply slot B covers 4.
Page 57: Figure 20: Pre-Installed Items On The Rear Panel
Figure 20. Pre-installed Items on the Rear Panel Note You should retain the original packaging material in the event you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis. Note The product does not come with power supplies. Power supplies must be ordered separately.
Page 58: Figure 21: Accessory Kit
RJ-45 (8P8C) and DB-9 (D- sub 9-pin) connectors. Two power cord retaining clips Figure 21. Accessory Kit If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. 6. After unpacking the switch, do one of the following: ...
Page 59: Unpacking Sbxpwrsys2 Ac Power Supplies
The tie wrap included with the power supply is not used with the SBx908 Gen2 chassis. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. After unpacking the chassis and power supplies, go to Chapter 3,...
Page 60: Unpacking Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supplies
Figure 23. Items in the Shipping Box for the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. After unpacking the chassis and power supplies, go to Chapter 3,...
Page 61: Chapter 3: Installing The Chassis
Chapter 3 Installing the Chassis The procedures in this chapter explain how to install the chassis in a standard 19-inch equipment rack. The procedures are listed here:  “Tools and Material” on page 62  “Adjusting the Equipment Rack Brackets” on page 63 ...
Page 62: Tools And Material
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Tools and Material You need to provide the following tools and material to install the chassis:  #2 Phillips-head screwdriver  Eight screws for a standard 19-inch equipment rack  10 AWG stranded grounding wire ...
Page 63: Adjusting The Equipment Rack Brackets
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Adjusting the Equipment Rack Brackets The chassis comes with two pre-installed equipment rack brackets. The default positions of the brackets align the front of the chassis with the front of the equipment rack. You can re-position the brackets on the sides of the chassis to have the device extend in front of the rack.
Page 64: Figure 25: Chassis Orientations In The Equipment Rack
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Figure 25. Chassis Orientations in the Equipment Rack...
Page 65: Figure 26: Chassis Orientations In The Equipment Rack
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 26. Chassis Orientations in the Equipment Rack To change the positions of the brackets, use a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver to remove them from their default positions and secure them to the new locations. An example is shown in Figure 27 on page 66.
Page 66: Figure 27: Example Of Adjusting The Equipment Rack Brackets
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Figure 27. Example of Adjusting the Equipment Rack Brackets...
Page 67: Installing The Chassis In An Equipment Rack
“Choosing a Site for the Chassis” on page 53 before installing the chassis. 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 chassis, perform the following procedure: 1.
Page 68: Installing The Chassis Grounding Wire
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Installing the Chassis Grounding Wire This procedure explains how to connect a grounding wire to the chassis. The chassis requires a permanent connection to a good earth ground for the line cards and power supplies. The procedure requires the following items: ...
Page 69: Figure 30: Removing The Grounding Lug From The Chassis
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 30. Removing the Grounding Lug from the Chassis 3. Insert one end of the grounding wire into the grounding lug, as shown in Figure 31, and use a crimping tool to secure the wire to the grounding lug.
Page 70: Figure 32: Installing The Grounding Lug And Wire
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Figure 32. Installing the Grounding Lug and Wire 5. Connect the other end of the grounding wire to the building protective earth. 6. Go to “Installing SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supplies” on page 71 or “Installing SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies” on page 75.
Page 71: Installing Sbxpwrsys2 Ac Power Supplies
PSU A and PSU B If you are installing only one power supply, you may install it in either slot. Allied Telesis recommends PSU A because that slot does not come with a blank power supply panel. 2. If there is already a power supply in PSU A, lift the handle on the blank power supply panel in PSU B and slide the panel from the slot.
Page 72: Figure 33: Removing The Blank Power Supply Panel From Power Supply Slot B
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Figure 33. Removing the Blank Power Supply Panel from Power Supply Slot B 3. Lift the handle on the SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supply. Refer to Figure 34. Figure 34. Lifting the Locking Handle on the SBxPWRSYS2 Power Supply 4.
Page 73: Figure 35: Sliding The Sbxpwrsys2 Ac Power Supply Into The Chassis
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 35. Sliding the SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supply into the Chassis 5. Gently press on the faceplate of the power supply to seat the unit on the connector on the backplane of the chassis, and lower the locking handle to secure the unit in the chassis.
Page 74 Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis 6. Visually inspect the power supply to be sure that its faceplate is flush against the front panel of the chassis and the locking handle is fully down. 7. If necessary, repeat this procedure to install a second power supply. 8.
Page 75: Installing Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supplies
PSU A and PSU B If you are installing only one power supply, you may install it in either slot. Allied Telesis recommends PSU A because that slot does not come with a blank power supply panel. 2. If there is already a power supply in PSU A, lift the handle on the blank power supply panel in PSU B and slide the panel from the slot.
Page 76: Figure 38: Loosening The Handle Locking Screw On The Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supply
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis 4. With a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver, loosen the handle locking screw on the power supply, as shown in Figure 38. Figure 38. Loosening the Handle locking Screw on the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply 5. Lift the handle on the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply. Refer to Figure 39.
Page 77: Figure 40: Inserting The Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supply
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 40. Inserting the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply 7. Gently press on the faceplate of the power supply to seat the unit on the connector on the backplane of the chassis, and lower the locking handle to secure the unit in the chassis.
Page 78 Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis 8. Visually inspect the power supply to be sure that its faceplate is flush against the front panel of the chassis and the locking handle is fully down. Note Do not tighten the handle locking screw yet. You may need to slightly lift the handle to move the plastic guard panel when you connect the positive and negative wires.
Page 79: Installing Ethernet Line Cards
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installing Ethernet Line Cards This section contains the procedure for installing Ethernet line cards in the chassis. The illustrations show the XEM2-12XT Line Card. The procedure is the same for all line card models. Caution The device can be damaged by static electricity.
Page 80: Figure 43: Removing The Ethernet Line Card From The Anti-Static Bag
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis 3. Carefully remove the new Ethernet line card from its shipping container and anti-static bag. Refer to Figure 43. Figure 43. Removing the Ethernet Line Card from the Anti-static Bag 4. Position the line card with the notch on the faceplate in the upper left corner, as shown in Figure 44 on page 81 and carefully slide it into the slot.
Page 81: Figure 44: Sliding The Ethernet Line Card Into The Slot
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Notch Bottom Flange Figure 44. Sliding the Ethernet Line Card into the Slot Caution Do not force the card into the slot. If you feel resistance, remove it and try again. 5. When you feel the line card make contact with the connector on the backplane of the chassis.
Page 82: Figure 45: Seating An Ethernet Line Card In The Chassis
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Figure 45. Seating an Ethernet Line Card in the Chassis 6. Visually inspect the line card to verify that its faceplate is flush against the front panel of the chassis. 7. Tighten the two captive screws on the card to secure it in the chassis. Refer to Figure 46.
Page 83: Installing Blank Line Card Slot Covers
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installing Blank Line Card Slot Covers After installing the Ethernet line cards, inspect slots 1 to 8 for empty slots. Empty slots need to be covered with the blank slot covers that come with the chassis.
Page 84: Figure 48: Tightening The Captive Screws On A Blank Slot Cover
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Figure 48. Tightening the Captive Screws on a Blank Slot Cover 3. Repeat this procedure to install additional blank slot covers. 4. Go to “Installing the Blank Power Supply Slot Cover” on page 85...
Page 85: Installing The Blank Power Supply Slot Cover
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installing the Blank Power Supply Slot Cover If you installed only one power supply in the chassis, check that the empty power supply slot is covered with the blank power supply slot cover included with the chassis.
Page 86: Figure 50: Aligning The Blank Power Supply Cover In The Slot
Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis Figure 50. Aligning the Blank Power Supply Cover in the Slot 3. Lower the locking handle on the blank power supply slot cover to secure the cover in the chassis. Refer to Figure 51. Figure 51. Lowering the Locking Handle on the Blank Power Supply Slot Cover 4.
Page 87: Installing The Power Cord Retaining Clips
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installing the Power Cord Retaining Clips The chassis comes with two power cord retaining clips in its accessory kit. The clips are used to prevent the power cords for the SBxPWRSYS2 AC power supply from being accidentally disconnected from the unit. To install a power cord retaining clip, press in the sides and insert the ends into the holes above and below the AC connector.
Page 88 Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis...
Page 89: Chapter 4: Powering On The Chassis
Chapter 4 Powering On the Chassis This chapter contains the following procedures:  “Verifying the Installation” on page 90  “Powering On SBxPWRSYS2 Power Supplies” on page 91  “Powering On SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies” on page 94  “Monitoring the Initialization Processes” on page 121...
Page 90: Verifying The Installation
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Verifying the Installation Please perform the following procedure before powering on the chassis: 1. Verify that the chassis has at least one power supply in slot PSU A or 2. If the chassis has only one power supply, verify that the empty power supply slot on the front panel is covered with a blank panel.
Page 91: Powering On Sbxpwrsys2 Power Supplies
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Powering On SBxPWRSYS2 Power Supplies The procedure in this section explains how to power on SBxPWRSYS2 Power Supplies. If you have not installed the power supplies, refer to “Installing SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supplies” on page 71 for instructions. Before powering on the chassis, review the information in “Power Specifications”...
Page 92: Figure 53: Connecting The Ac Power Cord
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Figure 53. Connecting the AC Power Cord 2. Move the retaining clip over the power cord to secure the cord to the chassis. Refer to Figure 54. Figure 54. Securing the Power Cord with the Retaining Clip 3.
Page 93: Figure 55: Connecting The Power Cord To An Ac Power Source
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 55. Connecting the Power Cord to an AC Power Source Note The illustration shows the North American power cord. Your power cord may be different. Note The power cords included with SBxPWRSYS2 Power Supplies for 100-125 VAC installations have 20 Amp, 125 V NEMA 5-20P plugs.
Page 94: Powering On Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supplies
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Powering On SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies The procedure in this section explains how to power on SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies. If you have not installed the power supplies, refer to “Installing SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies” on page 75 for instructions.
Page 95: Figure 56: Components On The Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supply
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches  “Connecting Bare DC Power Wires” on page 117 The components on the power supply are identified in Figure 56. Positive (+) Negative (-) On/Off Terminal Terminal Switch Plastic Locking Cover Handle Screw Locking Ground Post Handle...
Page 96: Choosing A Method For Attaching The Grounding Wire
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Choosing a You may attach the grounding wire to the power supply using the supplied terminal, shown in Figure 57, or bare wire. Method for Attaching the Grounding Wire Figure 57. Grounding Wire Terminal The two methods are described in the following sections: ...
Page 97: Figure 60: On/Off Switch On The Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supply
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 3. Verify that the On/Off switch on SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply is in the Off position. Refer to Figure 60. On/Off Switch Figure 60. On/Off Switch on the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply 4. Use an 8 mm wrench to remove the grounding post nut and washer, shown in Figure 61 on page 98, from the power supply.
Page 98: Figure 61: Removing The Nut And Washer From The Grounding Post
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Grounding post Figure 61. Removing the Nut and Washer from the Grounding Post 5. Attach the grounding lug and wire to the grounding post. Refer to Figure 62 on page 99. Review the following before installing the grounding wire: ...
Page 99: Figure 62: Attaching The Grounding Lug And Wire To The Grounding Post
Figure 62. Attaching the Grounding Lug and Wire to the Grounding Post 6. Secure the grounding wire with the nut and washer removed in step 4, with an 8 mm wrench. Refer to Figure 63 on page 100. Allied Telesis recommends tightening the nut and washer to 26 inch- lbs.
Page 100: Figure 63: Securing The Grounding Wire
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Figure 63. Securing the Grounding Wire 7. Connect the other end of the grounding wire to the building protective earth. Warning When installing this equipment, always ensure that the power supply ground connection is installed first and disconnected last.  E11 Note This system works with a positive grounded or negative grounded DC system.
Page 101: Connecting The Grounding Wire With Bare Wire
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Connecting the To attach the grounding wire to the power supply with bare wire, perform the following procedure: Grounding Wire with Bare Wire 1. Prepare an adequate length of solid or stranded 10 AWG grounding wire by stripping it as shown in Figure 64.
Page 102: Figure 66: Securing The Bare Grounding Wire To The Grounding Post
5. Secure the wire with the nut and washer removed in step 2, and an 8 mm wrench, as shown in Figure 66. Allied Telesis recommends tightening the nut and washer to 26 inch- lbs. Figure 66. Securing the Bare Grounding Wire to the Grounding Post 6.
Page 103: Choosing A Method For Attaching The Power Wires
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Choosing a The SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply comes with the two sets of power wire terminals, shown in Figure 67. You may use either set to Method for connect the positive (+) and negative (-) wires to the terminal block on the Attaching the power supply.
Page 104: Figure 68: Stripping The Power Wires
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Figure 68. Stripping the Power Wires Note You must use stranded wires with the terminal lugs. You may not use solid wires. 2. Insert the power wires into the terminals included with the power supply and use a crimping tool to secure the wires to the terminals.
Page 105: Figure 70: Opening The Plastic Cover
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 70. Opening the Plastic Cover 5. Use a #3 Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the two screws from the positive and negative terminals, as shown in Figure 71 on page 106.
Page 106: Figure 71: Removing The Terminal Screws
You may attach the terminals with the wires either above or below the terminal block. Figure 72 on page 107 shows the positive wire above the terminal block. Allied Telesis recommends tightening the screw to 30 to 40 inch-lbs.
Page 107: Figure 72: Connecting The Positive (+) Power Wire With A Straight Terminal
You may attach the terminals with the wires either above or below the terminal block. Figure 73 on page 108 shows the wires above the terminal block. Allied Telesis recommends tightening the screw to 30 to 40 inch-lbs.
Page 108: Figure 73: Connecting The Negative (-) Power Wire With A Straight Terminal
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Figure 73. Connecting the Negative (-) Power Wire with a Straight Terminal Warning Check to see if there are any exposed copper strands coming from the installed wires. When this installation is done correctly there should be no exposed copper wire strands extending from the terminal block.
Page 109: Figure 74: Closing The Plastic Cover Over The Terminal Connectors
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 74. Closing the Plastic Cover over the Terminal Connectors 9. With a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver, tighten the handle locking screw to secure the power supply to the chassis. See Figure 75 on page 110.
Page 110: Figure 75: Tightening The Handle Locking Screw
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Handle locking screw Figure 75. Tightening the Handle Locking Screw 10. Before attaching the power wires from the power supply to the circuit breaker in the wiring closet, check that the circuit breaker is off. 11.
Page 111: Connecting The Dc Power Wires With The Right Angle Terminals
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Connecting the To use the right angle terminals to connect the DC power wires to the positive and negative terminals on the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power DC Power Wires Supply, perform the following procedure: with the Right Angle Terminals 1.
Page 112: Figure 77: Removing The Plastic Cover
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Figure 77. Removing the Plastic Cover 5. Use a #3 Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the two screws from the positive and negative terminals, as shown in Figure 78 on page 113.
Page 113: Figure 78: Removing The Terminal Screws
The positive terminal is on the left. Refer to Figure 79 on page 114. Allied Telesis recommends tightening the screw to 30 to 40 inch-lbs.
Page 114: Figure 79: Connecting The Positive (+) Power Wire With A Right Angle Terminal
5. The negative terminal is on the right. Refer to Figure 80 on page 115. Allied Telesis recommends tightening the screw to 30 to 40 inch-lbs.
Page 115: Figure 80: Connecting The Negative (-) Power Wire With A Right Angle Terminal
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 80. Connecting the Negative (-) Power Wire with a Right Angle Terminal Warning Check to see if there are any exposed copper strands coming from the installed wires. When this installation is done correctly there should be no exposed copper wire strands extending from the terminal block.
Page 116: Figure 81: Tightening The Handle Locking Screw
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Handle locking screw Figure 81. Tightening the Handle Locking Screw 9. Before attaching the power wires from the power supply to the circuit breaker in the wiring closet, check that the circuit breaker is off. 10.
Page 117: Connecting Bare Dc Power Wires
You may attach the wire to the terminal so that it extends either above or below the terminal block. Figure 83 on page 118 shows the wire above the terminal block. Allied Telesis recommends tightening the screw to 30 to 40 inch-lbs.
Page 118: Figure 83: Connecting The Positive Wire With Bare Wire
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis Figure 83. Connecting the Positive Wire With Bare Wire 5. Wrap the negative lead wire clockwise around the remaining terminal screw and secure the screw and wire to the negative terminal connection on the terminal block with a #3 Phillips-head screwdriver, as shown in Figure 84 on page 119.
Page 119: Figure 84: Connecting The Negative Lead Wire With Bare Wire
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 84. Connecting the Negative Lead Wire with Bare Wire Allied Telesis recommends tightening the screw to 30 to 40 inch-lbs. Warning Check to see if there are any exposed copper strands coming from the installed wires.
Page 120 Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis 7. With a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver, tighten the handle locking screw to secure the power supply to the chassis. See Figure 81 on page 116. 8. Before attaching the power wires from the power supply to the circuit breaker in the wiring closet, check that the circuit breaker is off.
Page 121: Monitoring The Initialization Processes
/ /______\ \ \_ __/ /| ______ | | ______ | \ ____ / /______/\____\ \/ /____________/ Allied Telesis Inc. AlliedWare Plus (TM) v0.0.0 Current release filename: sbx908ng-broadcomdev-20170406-1.rel Built: Wed Apr 5 20:36:24 UTC 2017 Mounting static filesystems... Attaching to /dev/mtd1...
Page 122: Figure 86: Switch Initialization Messages (Continued)
Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis 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... Starting hardware/timeout... Starting base/inet... Received event apteryx.done Starting base/alfred... Starting base/kernond... Starting base/plugman... Starting hardware/openhpi... Received event apteryx-sync.done Received event board.inserted Starting hardware/hardware-done...
Page 123: Figure 87: Switch Initialization Messages (Continued)
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Assigning Active Workload to HA processes: hsl, authd, epsrd, imi, imiproxyd, irdpd, lacpd lldpd, loopprotd, mstpd, nsm, ospfd, ripd, rmond sflowd, vrrpd Received event network.activated Loading default configuration ..done! Received event network.configured awplus login: Figure 87.
Page 124 Chapter 4: Powering On the Chassis...
Page 125: Chapter 5: Verifying The Hardware Operations
Chapter 5 Verifying the Hardware Operations This chapter contains the following procedures:  “Determining the Status of the Switch” on page 126  “Starting a Local Management Session” on page 127  “Disabling VCStack” on page 129  “Verifying Support for the Ethernet Line Cards” on page 133 ...
Page 126: Determining The Status Of The Switch
Chapter 5: Verifying the Hardware Operations Determining the Status of the Switch After powering on the switch and waiting three minutes for it to initialize the management software, examine the switch ID LED on the front panel:  If the LED is displaying “0”, the VCStack feature is already disabled and the switch is operating as a stand-alone unit.
Page 127: Starting A Local Management Session
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Starting a Local Management Session To start a local management session on the chassis, perform the following procedure: 1. Connect the RJ-45 end of the management card included with the switch to the Console RS-232 port on the management panel. Refer to Figure 88.
Page 128: Figure 89: User Exec Mode Prompt
Chapter 5: Verifying the Hardware Operations Note The port settings are for a DEC VT100 or ANSI terminal, or an equivalent terminal emulator program. 4. Press Enter. You are prompted for a user name and password. 5. Enter the default user name and password. They are “manager” and “friend”...
Page 129: Disabling Vcstack
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Disabling VCStack The procedure in this section explains how to disable the VCStack feature so that you can use the chassis as a stand-alone switch. In all likelihood, you will not have to perform this procedure because the default setting for the feature is disabled.
Page 130: Figure 90: Show Stack Command
Chapter 5: Verifying the Hardware Operations awplus> show stack Virtual Chassis Stacking summary information Pending ID MAC address Priority Status Role eccd:6dd1:64a2 Ready Active Master Operational Status Stacking Hardware Disabled Stack MAC address eccd:6dd1:64a2 awplus> Figure 90. SHOW STACK Command 5.
Page 131: Figure 92: Confirmation Prompt For The No Stack Enable Command
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Warning; This will disable the stacking hardware on member-1. Are you sure you want to continue? (y/n): Figure 92. Confirmation Prompt for the NO STACK ENABLE Command 8. Type Y to disable VCStack on the switch or N to cancel the procedure. The switch displays the message in Figure 93.
Page 132 Chapter 5: Verifying the Hardware Operations 15. Go to “Verifying Support for the Ethernet Line Cards” on page 133.
Page 133: Verifying Support For The Ethernet Line Cards
Switch with the AlliedWare Plus Commands” on page 134.  If the management software is an older version that does not support all the installed cards, update the software by referring to the Software Reference for SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 Series Switches on the Allied Telesis web site.
Page 134: Verifying The Switch With The Alliedware Plus Commands
SHOW INTERFACE STATUS command in the Privileged Exec mode. For information about the command line interface, refer to the Software Reference for SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 Series Switches on the Allied Telesis web site. 5. Go to Chapter 6, “Cabling the Networking Ports” on page 135.
Page 135: Chapter 6: Cabling The Networking Ports
Chapter 6 Cabling the Networking Ports This chapter contains the following procedures:  “Cabling Twisted Pair Ports” on page 136  “Guidelines to Handling Fiber Optic or Twisted Pair Transceivers” on page 137  “Installing and Cabling Fiber Optic Transceivers” on page 138 ...
Page 136: Cabling Twisted Pair Ports
Chapter 6: Cabling the Networking Ports Cabling Twisted Pair Ports This section applies to the twisted pair ports on the following products:  XEM2-8XSTm Line Card  XEM2-12XT Line Card  XEM2-12XTm Line Card Here are the cabling guidelines:  Minimum cable requirements are: –...
Page 137: Guidelines To Handling Fiber Optic Or Twisted Pair 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 are provided in the documents included with the transceivers.
Page 138: Installing And Cabling Fiber Optic Transceivers
Chapter 6: Cabling the Networking Ports Installing and Cabling Fiber Optic Transceivers Table 15 lists the types of fiber optic transceivers that are supported by the XEM2 line cards. Refer to the product datasheet for a list of approved transceivers. Table 15.
Page 139: Figure 98: Installing An Sfp Transceiver In The Xem2-12Xs Line Card
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 98. Installing an SFP Transceiver in the XEM2-12XS Line Card  XEM2-4QS Line Card - Figure 99 shows an QSFPLR4 transceiver being installed in an XEM2-4QS Line Card. Figure 99. Installing a Fiber Optic Transceiver in the XEM2-4QS Line Card ...
Page 140: Figure 100: Installing An 100Gbps Qsfp28 Transceiver In The Xem2-1Cq Line Card
Chapter 6: Cabling the Networking Ports Figure 100. Installing an 100Gbps QSFP28 Transceiver in the XEM2-1CQ Line Card 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 additional transceivers.
Page 141: Installing Direct Connect Cables
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Installing Direct Connect Cables The XEM2-8XSTm, XEM2-12XS, and XEM2-4QS line cards support direct connect cables, which offer an economical way to add 10Gbps or 40Gbps connections over short distances. Refer to Table 16. Table 16.
Page 142: Figure 101: Installing Sp10Tw Cables In The Xem2-12Xs Line Card
Chapter 6: Cabling the Networking Ports Release Tab Figure 101. Installing SP10TW Cables in the XEM2-12XS Line Card  XEM2-4QS Line Card - Orient the connector on the QSFPCU Cable with the release tab on the left side and slide it into the slot until it clicks into place.
Page 143 SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 6. Repeat this procedure to install additional direct connect cables. 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 144 Chapter 6: Cabling the Networking Ports...
Page 145: Chapter 7: Replacing Modules
Chapter 7 Replacing Modules This chapter contains the following procedures:  “Replacing SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supplies” on page 146  “Replacing SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies” on page 149  “Replacing XEM2 Line Cards” on page 160  “Replacing FAN08 Modules” on page 167...
Page 146: Replacing Sbxpwrsys2 Ac Power Supplies
PSU B. Note Allied Telesis recommends saving a backup copy of the configuration file in the chassis before removing or replacing a power supply. For instructions, refer to the Software Reference for SwitchBlade x908 Gen2 Switches.
Page 147: Figure 104: Disconnecting The Ac Power Cord From The Chassis
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 2. Move the retaining clip from the power cord on the rear panel of the chassis, and disconnect the cord. Refer to Figure 104. Figure 104. Disconnecting the AC Power Cord from the Chassis 3.
Page 148: Figure 106: Removing The Sbxpwrsys2 Ac Power Supply
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Warning The power supply is heavy. Use both hands to hold the module as you remove it from the chassis. Figure 106. Removing the SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supply 5. Do one of the following:  To install a new power supply, refer to “Installing SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supplies”...
Page 149: Replacing Sbxpwrsys1-80 Dc Power Supplies
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Replacing SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies To replace an SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply, perform the following procedure: 1. Turn off the circuit breaker to the SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supply. 2. Turn off the On/Off switch on the front panel of the power supply. Refer to Figure 60 on page 97.
Page 150: Figure 108: Opening The Plastic Window Over The Terminal Block
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Note If the power wires are connected to the terminal block with the right angle terminals, go to step 5. 4. Use a #1 screwdriver to loosen the two screws that secure the plastic cover over the terminal block and slide the cover to the right. You may need to slightly lift the locking handle to access the bottom screw.
Page 151: Figure 109: Removing The Negative Lead Wire
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 109. Removing the Negative Lead Wire 6. Use a #3 screwdriver to remove the positive (+) lead wire from the terminal block. Refer to Figure 110 on page 152.
Page 152: Figure 110: Removing The Positive Lead Wire From The Terminal Block
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Figure 110. Removing the Positive Lead Wire from the Terminal Block 7. Reinstall the two screws on the negative (-) and positive (+) terminals. Refer to Figure 111 on page 153.
Page 153: Figure 111: Reinstalling The Screws On The Positive And Negative Terminals
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 111. Reinstalling the Screws on the Positive and Negative Terminals 8. Slide the plastic cover to the left and lightly tighten the two screws to secure it in place. Refer to Figure 112 on page 154. Caution Do not over tighten the screws or you might crack or break the plastic cover.
Page 154: Figure 112: Closing The Plastic Cover
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Figure 112. Closing the Plastic Cover 9. Use an 8 mm wrench to remove the grounding wire from the grounding post. Refer to Figure 113 on page 155.
Page 155: Figure 113: Removing The Grounding Wire
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 113. Removing the Grounding Wire 10. Reinstall the nut and washer on the grounding post. Refer to Figure 114 on page 156.
Page 156: Figure 114: Reinstalling The Nut And Washer On The Grounding Post
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Figure 114. Reinstalling the Nut and Washer on the Grounding Post Note If you did not perform step 3 to loosen the retaining screw on the power supply, perform the step before continuing. 11. Lift the locking handle and slide the power supply from the chassis. Refer to Figure 115 on page 157.
Page 157: Figure 115: Lifting The Locking Handle And Removing The Power Supply
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 115. Lifting the Locking Handle and Removing the Power Supply 12. Do one of the following:  To install a new power supply, refer to “Installing SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supplies” on page 71 or “Installing SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power Supplies”...
Page 158: Figure 116: Installing The Blank Power Supply Slot Cover
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Figure 116. Installing the Blank Power Supply Slot Cover 14. Lower the locking handle to secure the slot cover to the slot. Refer to Figure 117 on page 159.
Page 159: Figure 117: Lowering The Locking Handle On The Power Supply Slot Cover
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 117. Lowering the Locking Handle on the Power Supply Slot Cover...
Page 160: Replacing Xem2 Line Cards
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Replacing XEM2 Line Cards This section contains the procedure for replacing XEM2 Ethernet line cards in the SBx908 Gen2 Chassis. Please review the guidelines in Table 17 before performing the procedure. Table 17. Hotswapping Guidelines for XEM2 Line Cards XEM2 Line Card Description XEM2-8XSTm...
Page 161 Here are additional hot-swapping guidelines:  Allied Telesis recommends saving a backup copy of the switch’s configuration file before removing or replacing XEM2 Line Cards. For instructions, refer to the Software Reference for SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 Switches.
Page 162 Chapter 7: Replacing Modules The next example is from replacing an XEM2-12XT Card with an XEM2-1CQ Card: Console Message: 23:26:02 awplus HSL[996]: Stack member 1 must be rebooted to configure for XEM2-1CQ, disabling XEM. Buffered log: 2018 May 15 23:26:02 local6.crit awplus HSL[996]: Stack member 1 must be rebooted to configure for XEM2-1CQ, disabling XEM.
Page 163: Figure 118: Loosening The Screws On The Ethernet Line Card
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 118. Loosening the Screws on the Ethernet Line Card 5. Carefully pull on the screws on the faceplate to disconnect the line card from the connector on the backplane in the chassis. Refer to Figure 119 on page 164.
Page 164: Figure 119: Disconnecting An Ethernet Line Card From The Chassis
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Figure 119. Disconnecting an Ethernet Line Card from the Chassis 6. Carefully slide the card from the chassis. Refer to Figure 120 on page 165.
Page 165: Figure 120: Sliding An Ethernet Line Card From The Chassis
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 120. Sliding an Ethernet Line Card from the Chassis 7. If you are not installing the line card in another slot or chassis, return it to its anti-static bag and shipping container. Refer to Figure 121 on page 166.
Page 166: Figure 121: Placing The Ethernet Line Card In Its Anti-Static Bag
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Figure 121. Placing the Ethernet Line Card in its Anti-static Bag 8. For instructions on how to install the card in another slot in either the same or a different chassis, refer to “Installing Ethernet Line Cards” on page 79.
Page 167: Replacing Fan08 Modules
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Replacing FAN08 Modules This section contains the procedure for replacing FAN08 Modules in the SBx908 Gen2 Chassis. Removing FAN08 This procedure requires the following tool: Modules  #2 Phillips-head screwdriver (not provided) The illustrations show the removal of the fan module from the Fan A slot on the back panel.
Page 168: Installing Fan08 Modules
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules Figure 123. Disconnecting the FAN08 Module from the Chassis 3. Continue with the next procedure to install a new FAN08 Module. Installing FAN08 This procedure requires the following tool: Modules  #2 Phillips-head screwdriver (not provided) The illustrations show the installation of the fan module in Fan A slot on the back panel.
Page 169: Figure 124: Aligning The Fan08 Module In The Chassis Slot
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 124. Aligning the FAN08 Module in the Chassis Slot 2. When you feel the module make contact with the connector inside the chassis, gently press on both sides to seat the module on the connector.
Page 170: Figure 126: Tightening The Two Captive Screws On The Fan08 Module
Chapter 7: Replacing Modules 3. Tighten the two screws on the module to secure it in the chassis. Refer to Figure 126. Figure 126. Tightening the Two Captive Screws on the FAN08 Module...
Page 171: Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
This chapter contains suggestions on how to troubleshoot problems with the switch. Note For further assistance, please contact Allied Telesis Technical Support at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. Problem 1: All the port LEDs and the Switch ID LED are off, and the fans are not operating.
Page 172 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting  Verify that the DC circuit break has power by attaching another device to it.  Verify that the power from the DC circuit break is within the required levels of the power supply. Refer to “Power Specifications”...
Page 173 SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 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.  Verify that the twisted pair cable does not exceed 100 meters (328 feet).
Page 174 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Problem 5: A line card is not forwarding traffic on its ports. Solution: The version of the AlliedWare Plus management software on the switch might not support the card. The minimum software requirements are listed here:  XEM2-8XSTm Card - v5.4.9-2 ...
Page 175: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the following sections:  ”Physical Specifications” on page 176  ”Environmental Specifications” on page 179  ”Power Specifications” on page 180  ”Certifications” on page 182  ”Pin Signals for RJ-45 Twisted Pair Ports” on page 183 ...
Page 176: Physical Specifications
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D) Table 18 lists the product dimensions. The chassis dimensions are also shown in Figure 127 and Figure 128 on page 177. Table 18. Product Dimensions SBx908 Gen2 Chassis 13.3 x 44.1 x 47.3 cm (5.22 x 17.34 x 18.64 in.) (H x W x D)
Page 177: Figure 128: Switch Depth And Locations Of Bracket Holes
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 47.3 cm (18.64 in.) 31.88 mm (1.255 in.) 31.88 mm (1.255 in.) Figure 128. Switch Depth and Locations of Bracket Holes...
Page 178: Table 19: Product Weights
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Weights Table 19 lists the weights of the components. Table 19. Product Weights SBx908 Gen2 Chassis 15.81 kg (34.85 lb.) SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supply 2.70 kg (6.05 lb.) with power cord System SBxPWRSYS1-80 DC Power 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) Supply System XEM2-8XSTm Line Card 0.70 kg (1.54 lb.)
Page 179: Environmental Specifications
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Environmental Specifications Table 21 lists the environmental specifications of the switches. Table 21. Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature Range 0° C to 50° C (32° F to 122° F) Storage Temperature Range -25° C to 70° C (-13° F to 158° F) Operating Humidity Range 5% to 90% noncondensing Storage Humidity Range...
Page 180: Power Specifications
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Power Specifications This section contains the maximum power consumption values, input voltages, and heat dissipation values. AC Voltage, Frequency Requirements (Volts, Hertz) Table 22 lists the AC voltage and frequency requirements. Table 22. AC Voltage and Frequency Requirements SBxPWRSYS2 AC Power Supply 100 - 120 / 200 - 240 VAC 12/6A 50/60 Hz (per input)
Page 181: Table 25: Typical Power Savings In Eco-Friendly Mode (Watts)
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Typical Power Savings in eco-friendly Mode Table 25 lists the typical power savings in eco-friendly mode. Table 25. Typical Power Savings in eco-friendly Mode (Watts) XEM2-8XSTm Line Card 0.08 W XEM2-12XT Line Card 0.11 W XEM2-12XTm Line Card 0.10 W...
Page 182: Certifications
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Certifications Table 28 lists the product certificates. Table 28. Product Certifications EMI (Emissions) FCC Class A CISPR 22 Class A EN55032 Class A VCCI Class A ICES-003 Class A EMC (Immunity) EN55024 EN61000-3-2 EN61000-3-3 Electrical and Laser Safety UL 60950-1 ( EN60825-1 (TUV) RoHS...
Page 183: Pin Signals For Rj-45 Twisted Pair Ports
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Pin Signals for RJ-45 Twisted Pair Ports Figure 129 illustrates the pin layout of the RJ-45 connectors on the following line cards:  XEM2-8XSTm  XEM2-12XT  XEM2-12XTm Figure 129. Pin Layout (Front View) of Twisted Pair Ports Table 29 lists the pin signals at 100Mbps.
Page 184: Table 30: Pin Signals On Twisted Pair Ports At 1/2.5/5/10Gbps
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Table 30 lists the pin signals at 1/2.5/5/10Gbps. Table 30. Pin Signals on Twisted Pair Ports at 1/2.5/5/10Gbps Pair Signal TX and RX+ TX and RX- TX and RX+ TX and RX+ TX and RX- TX and RX- TX and RX+ TX and RX-...
Page 185: Pin Signals For The Rj-45 Style Serial Console Port
SBx908 GEN2 Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Pin Signals for the RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Table 31 lists the pin signals of the RJ-45 style serial Console port on the management panel. Table 31. RJ-45 Pin Signals for the Console Port on the Management Panel Signal Looped to pin 8.
Page 186: Pin Signals For The Net Mgmt Port
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Pin Signals for the NET MGMT Port Table 32 lists the pin signals for 10 and 100Mbps. Table 32. RJ-45 Pin Signals for 10 or 100Mbps for the NET MGMT Port on the Management Panel MDI Signal MDI-X Signal Not used Not used...

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Allied Telesis SwitchBlade x908 GEN2 Installation Manual

Preface

Chapter 1: Overview

Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation

Chapter 3: Installing the Chassis

Chapter 4: Powering on the Chassis

Chapter 5: Verifying the Hardware Operations

Chapter 6: Cabling the Networking Ports

Chapter 7: Replacing Modules

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

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