Allied Telesis AlliedWare Plus x530 Series Installation Manual

Allied Telesis AlliedWare Plus x530 Series Installation Manual

Stand-alone stackable gigabit layer 3+ ethernet switches
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x530 Series
Stackable Gigabit Layer 3+ Ethernet Switches
AlliedWare Plus™ v5.4.9-2
AT-x530-28GTXm
AT-x530-28GPXm
AT-x530-52GTXm
AT-x530-52GPXm
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PORTS 1-40
1G LINK
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PORTS 1-40
1G LINK
Installation Guide for Stand-alone
Switches
613-002659 Rev. D
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PORTS 1-20
1G LINK
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100 LINK
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PORTS 1-20
1G LINK
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100 LINK
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PORTS 41-48
FDX
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100 LINK
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5G/2.5G/1G LINK
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100 LINK
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100 LINK
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5G/2.5G/1G LINK
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100 LINK
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PD ON
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HDX
ACT
5G/2.5G/1G LINK
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100 LINK
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PD ERR
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COL
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MAX CURRENT
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SFP+
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CONSOLE
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10G/1G
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SFP+
27/S1
CONSOLE
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10G/1G
28/S2
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MAX CURRENT
5G/2.5G/1G/100
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SFP+
51/S1
CONSOLE
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10G/1G
52/S2
5G/2.5G/1G/100
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SFP+
51/S1
CONSOLE
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10G/1G
52/S2
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48
5G/2.5G/1G/100
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
4561
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

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  • Page 1 x530 Series Stackable Gigabit Layer 3+ Ethernet Switches AlliedWare Plus™ v5.4.9-2 AT-x530-28GTXm AT-x530-28GPXm AT-x530-52GTXm AT-x530-52GPXm SFP+ 27/S1 CONSOLE CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 10G/1G 28/S2 PORTS 1-20 PORTS 21-24 5G/2.5G/1G/100 1G LINK 100 LINK 5G/2.5G/1G LINK 100 LINK SFP+ 27/S1 CONSOLE CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 10G/1G...
  • 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: .....................................11 Document Conventions ...............................12 Contacting Allied Telesis ..............................13 Chapter 1: Overview ................................ 15 Front and Rear Panels ................................16 Management Panel ................................18 Features ....................................19 x530 Models .................................19 Twisted Pair Ports ................................20 Power Over Ethernet ..............................21 SFP+ Transceiver Ports ...............................21 LEDs.....................................22...
  • Page 6 Contents Required Items ................................60 Switch Orientations in the Equipment Rack......................... 60 Removing the Bumper Feet ..............................62 Installing the Switch ................................63 Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall ........................65 Switch Orientations on a Wall ............................. 66 Installation Guidelines.................................
  • Page 7 Figures Figure 1: Front Panel of the AT-x530-28GTXm Switch ......................16 Figure 2: Front Panel of the AT-x530-28GPXm Switch ......................16 Figure 3: Front Panel of the AT-x530-52GTXm Switch ......................16 Figure 4: Front Panel of the AT-x530-52GPXm Switch ......................17 Figure 5: Back Panel of the AT-x530-28GTXm, AT-x530-28GPXm, AT-x530-52GTXm, and AT-x530-52GPXm Switches 17 Figure 6: Management Panel ...............................
  • Page 8 Figures Figure 50: Positioning the SFP or SFP+ Handle in the Upright Position ................103 Figure 51: Connecting a Fiber Optic Cable to an SFP or SFP+ Transceiver ..............103 Figure 52: Installing AT-SP10TW Cables ...........................105 Figure 53: RJ-45 Socket Pin Layout (Front View).......................115...
  • Page 9 Tables Table 1: Basic Features ............................... 19 Table 2: Twisted Pair Port Features ............................20 Table 3: AT-x530-28GTXm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications ..................23 Table 4: AT-x530-28GPXm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications ..................24 Table 5: AT-x530-52GTXm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications ..................25 Table 6: AT-x530-52GPXm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications ..................26 Table 7: AT-x530-28GTXm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 24 LED Functions .................29 Table 8: AT-x530-52GTXm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 48 LED Functions .................30...
  • Page 10 Tables...
  • Page 11: Preface

    Gigabit, Layer 3+ 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. For instructions on how to build a stack with Virtual Chassis Stacking ™...
  • Page 12: 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 13: Contacting Allied Telesis

    Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Contacting Allied Telesis If you need assistance with this product, you can 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: 24/7 Online Support —...
  • Page 14 Preface...
  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Overview

    Chapter 1 Overview This chapter contains the following sections: “Front and Rear Panels” on page 16  “Management Panel” on page 18  “Features” on page 19  “Twisted Pair Ports” on page 23  “Power Over Ethernet” on page 34 ...
  • Page 16: Front And Rear Panels

    Chapter 1: Overview Front and Rear Panels The front panels on the x530 Series switches are shown in Figure 1 through Figure 4 on page 17. SFP+ 27/S1 CONSOLE CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 10G/1G 28/S2 PORTS 1-20 PORTS 21-24 5G/2.5G/1G/100 1G LINK 100 LINK 5G/2.5G/1G LINK...
  • Page 17: Figure 4: Front Panel Of The At-X530-52Gpxm Switch

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches SFP+ 51/S1 CONSOLE CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 10G/1G 52/S2 PORTS 1-40 PORTS 41-48 5G/2.5G/1G/100 1G LINK 100 LINK 5G/2.5G/1G LINK 100 LINK PD ON PD ERR MAX CURRENT POE+ Ports 1 - 48 4562 Management 10 Mbps/...
  • Page 18: Management Panel

    Chapter 1: Overview Management Panel Figure 6 identifies the components on the management panel. Switch ID LED Console Management eco-friendly Port Button CONSOLE Port CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT 4567 Figure 6. Management Panel...
  • Page 19: Features

    Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Features The Allied Telesis x530 Series switches are stackable Gigabit, Layer 3+ Ethernet switches. The following sections list the features. x530 Models Table 1 lists the basic features for each switch model. Table 1. Basic Features...
  • Page 20: Twisted Pair Ports

    Chapter 1: Overview Twisted Pair Table 2 lists the twisted pair ports features for each switch model. Ports Table 2. Twisted Pair Port Features AT-x530- AT-x530- AT-x530- AT-x530- Feature 28GTXm 28GPXm 52GTXm 52GPXm (PoE+) (PoE+) Ports 1 to 20 support 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps and 1 Gbps operation Ports 21 to 24 support...
  • Page 21: Power Over Ethernet

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Power Over The basic features of PoE+ on the twisted pair ports on the AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530-52GPXm switches are: Ethernet Supported on all ports.  Supports PoE (15.4W maximum) and PoE+ (30W maximum) ...
  • Page 22: Leds

    Chapter 1: Overview Note For a current list of supported transceiver modules refer to the x530 Series Data Sheet. The following restrictions on SFP+ transceivers apply: 100 Mbps transceivers are not supported  Supports full-duplex mode only  SFP and SFP+ transceivers must be purchased separately. LEDs The port LEDs are: Link/activity LEDs for the twisted pair ports...
  • Page 23: Twisted Pair Ports

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Twisted Pair Ports The specifications of the 24 twisted pair ports are listed in Table 3 for the AT-x530-28GTXm switch, Table 4 on page 24 for the AT-x530-28GPXm switch, Table 5 on page 25 for the AT-x530-52GTXm switch, and Table 6 on page 26 for the AT-x530-52GPXm switch.
  • Page 24: Table 4: At-X530-28Gpxm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications

    Chapter 1: Overview Table 4. AT-x530-28GPXm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications Specification Description Port Speed Ports 1 - 20: 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1 Gbps. Ports 21 - 24: 100 Mbps or 1/2.5/5 GPS Ports 1 - 20: Set the port speed manually or with Auto-Negotiation at 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps.
  • Page 25: Table 5: At-X530-52Gtxm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Table 5. AT-x530-52GTXm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications Specification Description Port Speed Ports 1 - 40: 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1 Gbps. Ports 41 - 48: 100 Mbps or 1/2.5/5 Gbps Ports 1 - 40: Set the port speed manually or with Auto-Negotiation at 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps.
  • Page 26: Speed

    Chapter 1: Overview Table 6. AT-x530-52GPXm Switch Twisted Pair Port Specifications Specification Description Port Speed Ports 1 - 40: 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1 Gbps. Ports 41 - 48: 100 Mbps or 1/2.5/5 Gbps Ports 1 - 40: Set the port speed manually or with Auto-Negotiation at 10 Mbps, and 100 Mbps.
  • Page 27: Duplex Mode

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Note The ports must be set to Auto-Negotiation to function at 1/2.5/5 Gbps speeds and are not compatible with devices that are not IEEE 802.3u-compliant. Duplex Mode The twisted pair ports can operate in either half- or full-duplex mode at 100 Mbps and 100 Mbps and full-duplex only at higher speeds.
  • Page 28: Cable Requirements

    Chapter 1: Overview Cable The minimum twisted pair cable requirements are as follows: Requirements 10/100 Mbps ports: Standard TIA/EIA 568-B-compliant Category 3  unshielded cabling. 1/2.5/5 Gbps ports: Standard TIA/EIA 568-A-compliant Category 5 or  TIA/EIA 568-B-compliant Enhanced Category 5 (Cat 5e) unshielded cabling.
  • Page 29: Table 7: At-X530-28Gtxm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 24 Led Functions

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches The states of the AT-x530-28GTXm LEDs are described in Table 7. Table 7. AT-x530-28GTXm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 24 LED Functions Ports State Description Solid Green The port has established a 1 Gbps link to a network device.
  • Page 30: Table 8: At-X530-52Gtxm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 48 Led Functions

    Chapter 1: Overview The states of the AT-x530-52GTXm LEDs are described in Table 8. Table 8. AT-x530-52GTXm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 48 LED Functions Ports State Description Solid Green The port has established a 1 Gbps link to a network device.
  • Page 31: At-X530-28Gpxm And At-X530-52Gpxm

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530-52GPXm The AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530-52GPXm LEDs indicate Link/Activity (L/A) and PoE (PD ON/PD ERR/MAX CURRENT) information. These LEDs are shown in Figure 8. L/A LED PoE LED Figure 8. AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530-52GPXmTwisted Pair Ports LEDs The states of the AT-x530-28GPXm LEDs are described in Table 9.
  • Page 32 Chapter 1: Overview Table 9. AT-x530-28GPXm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 24 LED Functions (Continued) Ports State Description PD On - The switch is delivering power to a Solid Green powered device connected to the port. PD Error - The switch has shut down PoE on the Solid Amber port because of a fault condition.
  • Page 33: Table 10: At-X530-52Gpxm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 48 Led Functions

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Table 10. AT-x530-52GPXm Twisted Pair Ports 1 - 48 LED Functions Ports State Description Solid Green The port has established a 1 Gbps link to a network device. 1 - 40 Flashing The port is transmitting or receiving data at 1 Gbps. Green Solid Green The port has established a 1/2.5/5 Gbps link to a...
  • Page 34: Power Over Ethernet

    Chapter 1: Overview Power Over Ethernet The AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530-52GPXm switches features PoE on twisted pair ports 1 - 24 and 1 - 48 respectively. With PoE, the switch supplies DC power to network devices over the same twisted pair cables that carry the network traffic.
  • Page 35: Powered Device Classes

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Powered Device Powered devices are grouped into the five classes listed in Table 11. The classes are based on the amount of power the devices require. The switch Classes supports all five classes. Table 11.
  • Page 36: Wiring Implementation

    Chapter 1: Overview Ports set to the Critical level, the highest priority level, are guaranteed power before any of the ports assigned to the other two priority levels. Ports assigned to the other priority levels receive power only if all the Critical ports are receiving power.
  • Page 37: Sfp+ Transceiver Ports

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches SFP+ Transceiver Ports The x530 Series switches have four ports for 1G/10G SFP or SFP+ transceivers. They are: AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530-28GTXm ports 25 to 28  AT-x530-52GPXm and AT-x530-52GTXm ports 49 to 52 ...
  • Page 38: Table 12: Link And Activity Status Leds For The 1 Gbps And 10 Gbps Ports

    Chapter 1: Overview The LEDs display link status and activity. The possible LED states are described in Table 12. Table 12. Link and Activity Status LEDs for the 1 Gbps and 10 Gbps Ports Ports State Description Solid Green The transceiver has established a 10 Gbps link to a network device.
  • Page 39: Eco-Friendly Button

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 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 can 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 of the AlliedWare Plus management software.
  • Page 40: Vcstack Feature

    Chapter 1: Overview VCStack Feature You can use the switches as stand-alone units or join up to eight units with the VCStack feature. The switches of a VCStack act as a single virtual unit. They synchronize their actions so that switching operations (such as spanning tree protocols, virtual LANs, and static port trunks) span across all of the units and ports.
  • Page 41: Switch Id Led

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Switch ID LED The switch ID LED, shown in Figure 10, displays the ID number of the switch. A stand-alone switch has the ID number 0. Switches in a VCStack have the numbers 1 to 8. Switch ID LED CONSOLE...
  • Page 42: Figure 11: Switch Id Led Description

    Chapter 1: Overview The states of the LED when the switch is not operating in the low power mode are shown in Figure 11. The switch is booting up. The switch has encountered a fault condition. The switch is operating as a stand-alone unit. The switch has an ID number of 1 to 8 as part of a VCStack.
  • Page 43: Usb Port

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches USB Port The USB port on the management panel is used for the following functions: Store configuration files on flash drives.  Restore configuration files to switches that have lost or corrupted  settings.
  • Page 44: Console Port

    Chapter 1: Overview Console Port The Console port is an RS232 serial management port. You use the port to access the AlliedWare Plus management software on the switch to configure the feature settings or monitor status or statistics. This type of management is commonly referred to as local management because you have to be at the physical location of the switch and use the management cable included with the unit.
  • Page 45: Power Supply

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Power Supply The x530 Series switches come with dual pre-installed AC power supplies. Refer to “Power Specifications” on page 116 for the input voltage ranges. Warning The power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.
  • Page 46: Software And Hardware Releases

    Chapter 1: Overview Software and Hardware Releases Software and hardware releases for the AlliedWare Plus operating software and AT-x530 Series switches are listed in Table 13. Table 13. Software and Hardware Releases Software Hardware VCStack Version v5.4.8-2 AT-x530-28GPXm switch Allows stacks of up to four switches using the SFP/SFP+ AT-x530-28GTXm switch transceiver ports for the stack...
  • 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 Switch” on page 52  “Unpacking the Switch” on page 53 ...
  • Page 48: Reviewing Safety Precautions

    Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the access point. Important: Safety statements that have the  symbol are translated into multiple languages in the Translated Safety Statements document, which is available at www.alliedtelesis.com/library.
  • Page 49 x530 Series 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 x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Caution Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.  E36 Warning Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment must be maintained. Particular attention must be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuits (e.g., use of power strips).
  • Page 52: Choosing A Site For The Switch

    Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Choosing a Site for the Switch Observe these requirements when planning the installation of the switch. Before installing the switch in an equipment rack, check 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.
  • Page 53: Unpacking The Switch

    Accessory kit (refer to Figure 13 on page 54)  Note Retain the original packaging material in case you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis. Figure 12 shows the items provided in the shipping box for the switch. BACK ENDCAP DOCUMENTS...
  • Page 54: Figure 13: Accessory Kit Items

    Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Figure 13 lists the items that are included in the accessory kit. Contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance if any item is missing or damaged. One 2m (6.6 ft) local management cable with RJ-45 (8P8C) and DB-9 (D-sub 9-pin) connectors.
  • Page 55: Chapter 3: Installing The Switch On A Table

    Chapter 3 Installing the Switch on a Table This chapter contains the instructions for installing the switch on a table or desktop. Warning Switches should not be stacked on a table or desktop. They could present a physical safety hazard if you need to move or replace switches.
  • Page 56: Figure 15: Holes For Bumper Feet

    Chapter 3: Installing the Switch on a Table Rear of Chassis Front of Chassis Figure 15. Holes for Bumper Feet Note The following procedure assumes that you have already reviewed the information and performed the procedures in Chapter 2, “Beginning the Installation” on page 47. To install the switch on a table, perform the following procedure: 1.
  • Page 57: Figure 17: Placing The Bumper Foot On A Base Corner Hole

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 3. Place the bumper foot with rivet housing onto one of the holes in the base of the switch. Refer to Figure 17. Figure 17. Placing the Bumper Foot on a Base Corner Hole 4.
  • Page 58 Chapter 3: Installing the Switch on a Table...
  • Page 59: Chapter 4: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack

    Chapter 4 Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack This chapter provides instructions for installing the switch in an equipment rack. This chapter contains the following sections: “Beginning the Installation” on page 60  “Removing the Bumper Feet” on page 62 ...
  • Page 60: Beginning The Installation

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack Beginning the Installation This section contains the procedure for installing the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack using the brackets supplied with the unit. Required Items The following items are required to install the switch in an equipment rack: Two equipment rack brackets (included with the switch) ...
  • Page 61: Figure 20: Switch Orientations In An Equipment Rack

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches You can use the different sets of holes on the switch to install the switch in the equipment rack in a variety of orientations. You can install it with the front panel flush with, extending in front of, or recessed behind the front of the equipment rack.
  • Page 62: Removing The Bumper Feet

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack Removing the Bumper Feet The bumper feet included with the switch should not be used when installing the device in an equipment rack. If they are already installed, perform the following procedure to remove them: 1.
  • Page 63: Installing The Switch

    Please review the installation guidelines in “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 52 before installing the switch in an equipment rack. Caution The chassis can be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack.  E28...
  • Page 64: Figure 23: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack

    Chapter 4: Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack 3. 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 23. Figure 23.
  • Page 65: Chapter 5: Installing The Switch On A Wall

    Chapter 5 Installing the Switch on a Wall The procedures in this chapter are listed here: “Switch Orientations on a Wall” on page 66  “Installation Guidelines” on page 68  “Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs” on page 71 ...
  • Page 66: Switch Orientations On A Wall

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall Switch Orientations on a Wall Install the switch on a wall with the front panel on the facing up, left or right, as shown in Figure 24. Do not install the switch with the front panel facing down.
  • Page 67: Figure 25: Positioning The At-X530-28Gpxm Or At-X530-52Gpxm Switch On The Wall

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Note The AT-x530-28GTXm and AT-x530-52GTXm switches only require two brackets to mount,. The AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530- 52GPXm switches are heavier and require four brackets. AT -x 53 0- 28 G PX m 4604 4605 Figure 25.
  • Page 68: Installation Guidelines

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall Installation Guidelines Here are the guidelines for installing the switch on a wall: Install the switch on a wall that has wooden studs or on a concrete  wall. If you are installing the switch on a wall with wooden studs, use a ...
  • Page 69: Tools And Material

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Tools and Included with switch: Material Wall/equipment rack brackets:  – Two for the AT-x530-28GTXm and AT-x530- 52GTXm – Four for the AT-x530-28GPXm and AT-x530- 52GPXm Screws for attaching the wall/equipment rack brackets to the ...
  • Page 70 Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall Not included with switch: Cross-head screwdriver.  Stud finder for a wooden wall, capable of identifying the middle of  wall studs and hot electrical wiring. Drill and 1/4-inch carbide drill bit (for a concrete wall). ...
  • Page 71: Plywood Base For A Wall With Wooden Studs

    x530 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, use a plywood base for the device. (A plywood base is not required for a concrete wall.) Refer to Figure 26.
  • Page 72: Figure 27: Installing The Plywood Base To The Wall

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall To install the switch on the wall: 1. Install the plywood base on the wall and then install the switch on the base. Refer to Figure 27. Wall Studs Plywood Wall Base 4599 Figure 27.
  • Page 73: Figure 28: Installing The Switch On The Plywood Base

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 2. Install the switch on the plywood base. Refer to Figure 28. AT -x 53 0- 28 GT 4592 Figure 28. Installing the Switch on the Plywood Base...
  • Page 74: Installing A Plywood Base

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall 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 71. Consult a qualified building contractor for installation instructions for the plywood base.
  • Page 75: Installing The Switch On A Plywood Base

    After the plywood base for the switch has been installed on the wall, install the switch. See “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 48 and “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 52 before performing this procedure. Allied Telesis recommends a minimum of two people for this procedure. Warning The device is heavy.
  • Page 76: Figure 29: Installing Two Brackets On The At-X530-28Gtxm Or At-X530-52Gtxm Switch

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall Brackets positions to install the switch with the front panel on the left. Brackets positions to install the switch with the front panel on the right. Figure 29. Installing Two Brackets on the AT-x530-28GTXm or AT-x530- 52GTXm Switch...
  • Page 77: Figure 30: Installing Four Brackets On The At-X530-28Gpxm Or At-X530-52Gpxm Switch

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 45 68 S 1-2 10 0 S 21 /2. 5G 10 0 27 /S /2 .5 G/ 1G /1 00 O LE 28 /S Figure 30. Installing Four Brackets on the AT-x530-28GPXm or AT-x530- 52GPXm Switch 3.
  • Page 78: Figure 31: Securing The At-X530-28Gtxm Or At-X530-52Gtxm Switch To The Plywood Base

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall Figure 31. Securing the AT-x530-28GTXm or AT-x530-52GTXm Switch to the Plywood Base...
  • Page 79: Figure 32: Securing The At-X530-28Gpxm Or At-X530-52Gpxm Switch To The Plywood Base

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches AT -x 53 0- 28 G TX m 4592 Figure 32. Securing the AT-x530-28GPXm or AT-x530-52GPXm Switch to the Plywood Base 4. Go to Chapter 6, “Powering On the Switch” on page 83.
  • Page 80: Installing The Switch On A Concrete Wall

    Chapter 5: 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: “Switch Orientations on a Wall”...
  • Page 81: Figure 33: Marking The Locations Of The Bracket Holes On A Concrete Wall

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches A T- x 5 3 0 -2 8 G T X m 4596 Figure 33. Marking the Locations of the Bracket Holes on a Concrete Wall 4. Place the switch on a table. 5.
  • Page 82: Figure 34: Installing The Switch On A Concrete Wall

    Chapter 5: Installing the Switch on a Wall 7. Have another person hold the switch at the selected wall location while you secure it to the wall with the M4x32mm screws provided. Refer to Figure 34. A T -x 5 3 0 -2 8 G T X m 4597...
  • Page 83: Chapter 6: Powering On The Switch

    Chapter 6 Powering On the Switch This chapter contains the following procedures: “Powering On the Switch” on page 84  “Monitoring the Initialization Processes” on page 87 ...
  • Page 84: Powering On The Switch

    Chapter 6: Powering On the Switch Powering On the Switch Before powering on the switch, review the information in “Power Specifications” on page 116 for the power specifications. Warning The power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.
  • Page 85: Figure 36: Connecting The Ac Power Cords

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches P S U 2 1 0 0 - 2 4 0 V A C 4589 Figure 36. Connecting the AC Power Cords 3. Lower the power cord retaining clips to secure the cords to the switch. Refer to Figure 37.
  • Page 86: Figure 38: Connecting The Power Cords To An Ac Power Source

    Chapter 6: Powering On the Switch 5. Connect the power cords to an appropriate AC power source. Refer to Figure 38 on page 86. Figure 38. Connecting the Power Cords to an AC Power Source Note The illustration shows a North American power cord. Your power cords may be different.
  • Page 87: Monitoring The Initialization Processes

    / /______\ \ \_ __/ /| ______ | | ______ | \ ____ / /______/\____\ \/ /____________/ Allied Telesis Inc. AlliedWare Plus (TM) v5.4.9 Current release filename: x530-5.4.9-2.2-rcl.rel... Built: Mon Sep 23 01:57:50 UTC 2019 Mounting static filesystems... Attaching to /dev/mtd0...
  • Page 88: Figure 40: Switch Initialization Messages (Continued)

    Chapter 6: Powering On the Switch Starting base/loopback... Starting base/poe_done... Starting base/portmapper... Received event syslog.done 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 network/execd... Starting base/inet... Received event apteryx.done Starting hardware/early_host_info...
  • Page 89: Figure 41: Switch Initialization Messages (Continued)

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Initializing HA processes: atmf_agentd, execd, exfx, hostd, atmfd, auth, epsr hsl, imi, imiproxyd, lldpd, loopprot, mstp, nsm pim6d, ripngd, rmon, sflowd, vrrpd, bgpd, irdpd lacp, ospf6d, ospfd, pdmd, pimd, ripd, udldd Received event network.initialized Assigning Active Workload to HA processes: hsl, irdpd, lacpd, loopprotd, mstpd, nsm, ospfd ripd, rmond, sflowd, vrrpd, authd, epsrd, imi...
  • Page 90 Chapter 6: Powering On the Switch...
  • Page 91: Chapter 7: Configuring The Switch For Stand-Alone Operations

    Chapter 7 Configuring the Switch for Stand-alone Operations This chapter contains the following procedures: “Determining the Stand-alone or Stacking Status of the Switch” on  page 92 “Starting a Local Management Session” on page 93  “Disabling the VCStack Feature” on page 95 ...
  • Page 92: Determining The Stand-Alone Or Stacking Status Of The Switch

    Chapter 7: Configuring the Switch for Stand-alone Operations Determining the Stand-alone or Stacking Status of the Switch After powering on the switch and waiting two minutes for it to initialize the management software, examine the switch ID LED on the front panel. If the LED is displaying the number “1”...
  • Page 93: Starting A Local Management Session

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Starting a Local Management Session This procedure requires a VT100 terminal or a VT100 terminal emulator program and the management cable that comes with the switch. To start a local management session on the switch, perform the following procedure: 1.
  • Page 94 Chapter 7: Configuring the Switch for Stand-alone Operations 5. When prompted, type a user name and password to log on the switch. If this is the initial management session, enter “manager” as the user name and “friend” as the password. The user name and password are case sensitive.
  • Page 95: Disabling The Vcstack Feature

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Disabling the VCStack Feature The following procedures explain how to disable the VCStack feature to use the switch as a stand-alone unit. Caution Disabling the VCStack feature requires resetting the switch. Some network traffic can be lost if the switch is connected to a live network.
  • Page 96: Figure 44: Moving To The Global Configuration Mode

    Chapter 7: Configuring the Switch for Stand-alone Operations 4. To move to the Global Configuration mode, type the commands ENABLE and CONFIGURE TERMINAL. awplus> enable awplus# configure terminal Enter configuration commands, one per line. End with CNTL/Z awplus(config)# Figure 44. Moving to the Global Configuration Mode 5.
  • Page 97: Saving Your Changes And Rebooting The Switch

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Saving Your Changes and Rebooting the Switch After disabling the VCStack feature, save your configuration changes and reboot the switch. Changes to the status of the VCStack feature do not take affect until after you reboot the unit. To save your configuration changes and reboot the switch, perform the following procedure: 1.
  • Page 98: Specifying Ports In The Command Line Interface For Stand-Alone Switches

    Chapter 7: Configuring the Switch for Stand-alone Operations Specifying Ports in the Command Line Interface for Stand-alone Switches The individual ports on the switches are specified in the command line interface with the PORT parameter. The format of the parameter is shown in Figure 48.
  • Page 99: Chapter 8: Cabling The Networking Ports

    Chapter 8 Cabling the Networking Ports This chapter contains the following procedures: “Cabling Twisted Pair Ports” on page 100  “Guidelines to Handling SFP and SFP+ Transceivers” on page 101  “Installing SFP or SFP+ Transceivers in the Switch” on page 102 ...
  • Page 100: Cabling Twisted Pair Ports

    Chapter 8: Cabling the Networking Ports Cabling Twisted Pair Ports Here are the guidelines to cabling the twisted pair ports on the switches: The minimum twisted pair cable requirements are as follows:  – 10/100 Mbps ports: Standard TIA/EIA 568-B-compliant Category 3 unshielded cabling.
  • Page 101: Guidelines To Handling Sfp And Sfp+ 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 of  the transceivers are provided in the documents included with the devices.
  • Page 102: Installing Sfp Or Sfp+ Transceivers In The Switch

    3. If you are installing the transceiver in a top port, position the transceiver with the Allied Telesis label facing up. If you are installing the transceiver in a bottom port, position the transceiver with the label facing down.
  • Page 103: Figure 50: Positioning The Sfp Or Sfp+ Handle In The Upright Position

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches 5. Verify the position of the handle on the transceiver. If the transceiver is in a top port, the handle must be in the upright position, as shown in Figure 50. If the transceiver is in a bottom port, the handle must be in the down position.
  • Page 104: Installing At-Sp10Tw Direct Connect Twinax Cables

    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...
  • Page 105: Figure 52: Installing At-Sp10Tw Cables

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Figure 52. Installing AT-SP10TW Cables 4. Slide the transceiver into the port until it clicks into place. 5. Connect the other end of the cable into an SFP+ port on another network device. 6.
  • Page 106 Chapter 8: Cabling the Networking Ports...
  • Page 107: Chapter 9: 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 Switch ID LED are off, and the fans are not operating.
  • Page 108 Chapter 9: Troubleshooting Problem 3: A twisted pair port on the AT-x530DP-28GHXm or AT- x530DP-52GHXm switch is connected to an active network device but the port’s LINK/ACT LED is off. Solutions: The port is unable to establish a link to a network device. Try the following: Verify that the network device connected to the twisted pair port is ...
  • Page 109 x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Use the switch’s management software to verify that the port is  enabled. If the remote network device is a managed device, use its  management firmware to determine whether its port is enabled. Test the attenuation of both directions on the fiber optic cable with ...
  • Page 110 Problem 7: The Switch ID LED on the front of the switch is flashing the letter “F.” Solutions: One or more of the following problems has occurred: A cooling fan has failed.  The switch might be overheating and may have to shut down.  Contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance.
  • Page 111: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the following sections: ”Physical Specifications” on page 112  ”Environmental Specifications” on page 115  ”Power Specifications” on page 116  ”RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts” on page 117  ”RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts” on page 118 ...
  • Page 112: Physical Specifications

    Appendix A: Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions Table 15 lists the dimensions of the switches. The dimensions are shown in Figure 53 through Figure 56 on page 113 Table 15. Product Dimensions Model Dimension (L x H x D) AT-x530-28GTXm 44.05 cm x 4.37 cm x 32.26 cm (17.344 in.
  • Page 113 x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches POR TS 1-20 1G LINK 100 LINK POR TS 5G/2 .5G/ 21-2 4 SFP + 1G LINK 27/ S1 100 LINK PD ON PD ERR MAX CUR REN T CO NSO 5G/ 2.5G /1G /100 28/ S2 CLAS...
  • Page 114: Weights

    Appendix A: Technical Specifications Weights Table 16 lists the weights of the switches. Table 16. Product Weights AT-x530-28GTXm 4.42 kg (9.75 lb) AT-x530-28GPXm 6.31 kg (13.90 lb) AT-x530-52GTXm 4.67 kg (10.5 lb.) AT-x530-52GPXm 6.09 kg (13.7 lb) Ventilation Table 17 lists the ventilation requirements. Table 17.
  • Page 115: Environmental Specifications

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches Environmental Specifications Table 18 lists the environmental specifications of the switches. Table 18. Environmental Specifications Operating 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...
  • Page 116: Power Specifications

    Appendix A: Technical Specifications Power Specifications This section contains the maximum power consumption values, input voltages, and heat dissipation values. Maximum Power Consumption Table 19 lists the maximum power consumptions for the switches. Table 19. Maximum Power Consumptions AT-x530-28GTXm 55 watts AT-x530-28GPXm 900 watts AT-x530-52GTXm...
  • Page 117: Rj-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts Figure 57 illustrates the pin layout of the RJ-45 connectors on the front panel of the switch. Figure 57. RJ-45 Socket Pin Layout (Front View) Table 22 lists the pin signals. Table 22.
  • Page 118: Rj-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts

    Appendix A: Technical Specifications RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts Table 23 lists the pin signals of the RJ-45 style serial console port. Table 23. RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pin Signals Signal RTS# Not used Transmit Data Ground Ground Receive Data Not used...
  • Page 119: Usb Port

    x530 Series Installation Guide for Stand-alone Switches USB Port Table 24 lists the pin signals of the USB port. Table 24. USB Port Pin Signals Signal DATA- DATA+...
  • Page 120 Appendix A: Technical Specifications...

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