Page 1 Series Gigabit Layer 3 Ethernet Switches AlliedWare Plus™ v5.5.1-2 AT-x930-28GTX AT-x930-28GPX AT-x930-28GSTX AT-x930-52GTX AT-x930-52GPX ™ Installation Guide for VCStack 613-002111 Rev.E...
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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/support. 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 Models ....................................18 Front and Back Panels ................................19 Features ....................................22 x930 Models .................................22 10/100/1000 Mbps Copper Ports ..........................22 Power Over Ethernet ..............................22 SFP Ports ..................................23 SFP+ Ports ...................................23 SFP+ S1 and S2 Stacking Ports ..........................24...
Page 6 Chapter 10: Displaying the AlliedWare Plus Version Number ................... 141 Starting a Local Management Session ..........................142 Displaying the Hardware Status and AlliedWare Plus Version Number ................145 Chapter 11: Building the Stack with SFP+ Ports S1 and S2 ..................147 Introduction ..................................
Page 7 x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Chapter 12: Building the Stack with AT-StackQS Cards ................... 159 Introduction ..................................160 Powering On the Switches Sequentially ..........................161 Powering On the Switches Simultaneously ........................163 Chapter 13: Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports ................165 Introduction ..................................166 Command Summary................................167 STACK ENABLE Command............................167...
Page 8 Contents...
Page 9 Figures Figure 1: Front Panels of the AT-x930-28GTX and AT-x930-28GPX Switches ..............19 Figure 2: Front Panels of the AT-x930-28GSTX, AT-x930-52GTX, and AT-x930-52GPX Switches........20 Figure 3: Back Panel of the AT-x930-28GTX, AT-x930-28GSTX, and AT-x930-52GTX Switches ........21 Figure 4: Back Panel of the AT-x930-28GPX and AT-x930-52GPX Switches ..............21 Figure 5: Management Panel ...............................26 Figure 6: AT-PWR150, AT-PWR250, and AT-PWR250-80 Power Supplies................27 Figure 7: AT-PWR800 and AT-PWR1200 Power Supplies ....................28...
Page 10 Figures Figure 49: Aligning the AT-FAN09 Module in the Slot ......................110 Figure 50: Tightening the Two Captive Screws on the AT-FAN09 Module ................111 Figure 51: Storing the AT-FAN09ADP Module in an Anti-static Bag ..................111 Figure 52: Installing the Bumper Feet..........................113 Figure 53: Attaching the Equipment Rack Brackets ......................118 Figure 54: Attaching the Equipment Rack Brackets (Continued)..................119 Figure 55: Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack.......................120...
Page 11 Tables Table 1: Models and Basic Features ...........................18 Table 2: IEEE Powered Device Classes ..........................34 Table 3: Power Supply Budgets of the Power Supplies ......................34 Table 4: Power Budgets of the AT-PWR800 Power Supply ....................35 Table 5: Power Budgets of the AT-PWR1200 Power Supply ....................35 Table 6: NET MGMT Port LED ............................41 Table 7: LEDs on the 10/100/1000Base-T Ports on the AT-x930-28GTX, AT-x930-28GSTX and AT-x930-52GTX Switches ....................................44...
Page 12 Tables...
Page 13: Preface
Layer 3, Gigabit Ethernet switches. This preface contains the following sections: “Document Conventions” on page 14  “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 15  Note This guide explains how to build a stack of up to eight switches with ™...
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
Contacting Allied Telesis For assistance with this product, you can contact Allied Telesis technical support on the Support & Services section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for the following services on the page: 24/7 Online Support —...
Page 16 Preface...
Page 17 Chapter 1 Overview This chapter contains the following sections: “Models” on page 18  “Front and Back Panels” on page 19  “Features” on page 22  “Management Panel” on page 26  “Power Supplies” on page 27  “10/100/1000Base-T Copper Ports” on page 31 ...
Page 18: Chapter 1: Overview
Chapter 1: Overview Models Table 1 lists the models and basic features of the x930 Series of stackable Gigabit Layer 3 switches. Table 1. Models and Basic Features 10/100/ 100/ 1000Mbps/ 1000Mbps Model 1000Mbps 10GbE PoE+ VCStack Copper SFP Ports SFP+ Ports Ports AT-x930-28GTX...
Page 19: Front And Back Panels
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Front and Back Panels The front panels of the x930 Series switches are shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2 on page 20. AT-x930-28GTX Management 10/100/1000Base-T Ports Panel SFP or SFP+ Ports SFP, SFP+ or Stacking Ports AT-x930-28GPX...
Page 20: Figure 2: Front Panels Of The At-X930-28Gstx, At-X930-52Gtx, And At-X930-52Gpx Switches
Chapter 1: Overview AT-x930-28GSTX 10/100/1000Base-T Ports SFP Ports Management Panel SFP or SFP+ Ports SFP, SFP+ or Stacking Ports AT-x930-52GTX Management 10/100/1000Base-T Ports Panel SFP or SFP+ Ports SFP, SFP+ or Stacking Ports AT-x930-52GPX 10/100/1000Base-T Ports Management with PoE+ Panel SFP or SFP+ Ports SFP, SFP+ or Stacking Ports...
Page 21: Figure 3: Back Panel Of The At-X930-28Gtx, At-X930-28Gstx, And At-X930-52Gtx Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 3 shows the back panel of the non-PoE AT-x930-28GTX, AT-x930- 28GSTX, and AT-x930-52GTX Switches. The back panel has these pre- installed components: AT-FAN09ADP module  AT-FAN09 fan module  AT-PNL250 blank panel ...
Page 22: Features
Chapter 1: Overview Features Here are the switches and their features: x930 Models Here are the switches in the x930 Series: AT-x930-28GTX  AT-x930-28GPX  AT-x930-28GSTX  AT-x930-52GTX  AT-x930-52GPX  10/100/1000 Here are the basic features of the 10/100/1000 Mbps copper ports: Mbps Copper 24 or 48 ports per switch ...
Page 23: Sfp Ports
The port support full-duplex mode only. They do not support half- duplex mode. Note SFP and SFP+ transceivers must be purchased separately. For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the product’s data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site.
Page 24: Sfp+ S1 And S2 Stacking Ports
Here are the basic features of the MAC address tables of the switches: Table Storage capacity of 64K dynamic and static entries  Automatic learning and aging  Management Here are the management software and interfaces: Software and AlliedWare Plus Management Software  Interfaces Command line interface  Web browser interface ...
Page 25: Management Methods
 Remote Telnet and Secure Shell management  Remote HTTP and HTTPS web browser management  SNMPv1, v2c, and v3  Allied Telesis Autonomous Management Framework (AMF)  AT-Vista Manager mini  Autonomous Wireless Control (AWC)  Power Supplies Here are the power supplies: AT-PWR150 ...
Page 26: Management Panel
Chapter 1: Overview Management Panel Figure 5 identifies the components in the management panel on the x930 Series switches. Console Management Port Switch ID LED eco-friendly Button USB Port Network Management Port Figure 5. Management Panel...
Page 27: Power Supplies
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Power Supplies Here are the five power supplies for the x930 Switches: AT-PWR150  AT-PWR250  AT-PWR250-80  AT-PWR800  AT-PWR1200  System-Only The AT-PWR150, AT-PWR250, and AT-PWR250-80 Power Supplies are shown in Figure 6. They provide system power only. They are primarily Power Supplies intended for the non-PoE AT-x930-28GTX, AT-x930-28GSTX, and AT- x930-52GTX Switches.
Page 28: System And Poe+ Power Supplies
Chapter 1: Overview Installing two power supplies adds power redundancy.  The power supplies are not recommended for the PoE+ AT-x930-  28GPX and AT-x930-52GPX Switches because they do not supply power for PoE+ devices. You may install them into PoE+ switches, but the switches will not support powered devices.
Page 29: Guidelines
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking A PoE+switch with two AT-PWR1200 Power Supplies has these power characteristics: Full system power and redundant system power  Either 1440 watts of PoE power or 740 watts of active PoE power ...
Page 30 Chapter 1: Overview Warning This unit might have more than one power cord. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect all power cords before servicing the unit.  E30 Note The AT-PWR150, AT-PWR250, AT-PWR800, and AT-PWR1200 Power Supplies are powered on or off by connecting or disconnecting the power cords.
Page 31: 10/100/1000Base-T Copper Ports
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 10/100/1000Base-T Copper Ports The copper ports on the switches are described in this section. Speed The ports can operate at 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps. The speeds may be set manually using the management software or automatically with Auto- Negotiation (IEEE 802.3u), the default setting.
Page 32: Maximum Distance
Chapter 1: Overview The MDI and MDI-X settings do not apply when ports are operating at 1000 Mbps. Maximum The ports have a maximum operating distance of 100 meters (328 feet). Distance Cable Here are the cable requirements: Requirements 10 or 100Mbps - Standard TIA/EIA 568-B-compliant Category 3 ...
Page 33: Power Over Ethernet
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Power Over Ethernet The AT-x930-28GPX and AT-x930-52GPX Switches feature Power over Ethernet (PoE) on the 10/100/1000Base-T ports. PoE is used to supply power to network devices over the same copper cables that carry the network traffic.
Page 34: Power Budget
Chapter 1: Overview Table 2. IEEE Powered Device Classes Maximum Power Class Output from a Switch PD Power Range Port 15.4W 0.44W to 12.95W 4.0W 0.44W to 3.84W 7.0W 3.84W to 6.49W 15.4W 6.49W to 12.95W 30.0W 12.95W to 25.5W Power Budget The power budget defines the maximum amount of power the switch can supply to the powered devices on its ports.
Page 35: Table 4: Power Budgets Of The At-Pwr800 Power Supply
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking A PoE switch with two AT-PWR800 or AT-PWR1200 Power Supplies has either redundant PoE power or nearly double the power budget. This is controlled by the power boost feature, which has a status of either enabled or disabled.
Page 36: Port Prioritization
Chapter 1: Overview The maximum number of PoE devices the switch can support at one time is determined by its power budget and the power requirements of the devices. The switch can supply power to all of the devices as long as the their total power requirements is less than its power budget.
Page 37: Wiring Implementation
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking level only receive power if all of the ports assigned to the other two levels are already receiving power. As with the other levels, if there is not enough power to support all of the ports set to the Low priority level, power is provided to the ports based on port number, in ascending order.
Page 38: Sfp Ports
Chapter 1: Overview SFP Ports The twenty four ports on the AT-x930-28GSTX Switch support the following types of SFP transceivers: 100Base-FX, 1000Base-T, and 1000Base-SX/LX SFP  transceivers Single-port BiDi 100Base-FX and 1000Base-LX SFP transceivers  1000Base-ZX SFP transceivers  The SFP ports are paired with the twenty four 10/100/1000Base-T copper ports.
Page 39: Sfp+ Ports
The switches support a variety of short and long distance SFP and SFP+ modules. For a list of supported SFP modules, refer to the product's data sheet on the Allied Telesis website. Note The SFP+ ports do not support 100Mbps 100Base-FX transceivers.
Page 40: S1 And S2 Sfp+ Ports
“Virtual Chassis Stacking” on page 57. Note For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the product’s data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site. Note The S1 and S2 ports are the default stack trunk ports if the switch does not contain the AT-StackQS Card.
Page 41: Ethernet Management Port (Net Mgmt)
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Ethernet Management Port (NET MGMT) The NET MGMT port in the management panel of the switch is a separate routed eth0 interface. The interface is not part of the switching matrix of the Ethernet line cards, but the CPU on the controller card can route traffic in or out of the port.
Page 42: Eco-Friendly Button
Chapter 1: Overview eco-friendly Button The eco-friendly button on the front panel of the switch is used to toggle the port LEDs on or off. You might turn off the LEDs to conserve electricity when you are not monitoring the device. You can also toggle the LEDs with the ECOFRIENDLY LED and NO ECOFRIENDLY LED commands in the Global Configuration mode of the command line interface.
Page 43: Leds
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking LEDs Here are descriptions of the LEDs. LEDs for the The copper ports on the AT-x930-28GTX, AT-x930-28GSTX, and AT- x930-52GTX Switches have two LEDs that display link, activity and duplex Copper Ports mode information.
Page 44: Table 7: Leds On The 10/100/1000Base-T Ports On The At-X930-28Gtx, At-X930-28Gstx And At-X930-52Gtx
Chapter 1: Overview Table 7. LEDs on the 10/100/1000Base-T Ports on the AT-x930-28GTX, AT-x930-28GSTX and AT-x930-52GTX Switches State Description Solid Green A port has established a 1000 Mbps link to a network device. Flashing A port is transmitting or receiving data at Link/ Green 1000 Mbps.
Page 45: Figure 9: Leds For The 10/100/1000Base-T Ports On The At-X930-28Gpx And At-X930-52Gpx Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Link/Activity Link/Activity Figure 9. LEDs for the 10/100/1000Base-T Ports on the AT-x930-28GPX and AT-x930-52GPX Switches The LEDs are described in Table 8. Table 8. LEDs on the 10/100/1000Base-T Ports on the AT-x930-28GPX and AT-x930-52GPX Switches State Description...
Page 46: Leds For The Sfp Ports
Chapter 1: Overview Table 8. LEDs on the 10/100/1000Base-T Ports on the AT-x930-28GPX and AT-x930-52GPX Switches (Continued) State Description Green The switch detects a powered device (PD) on the port and is delivering power to it. Solid Amber The switch has shut down PoE+ on the port because of a fault condition.
Page 47: Leds For The Sfp+ Ports
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking The possible states of the LEDs for the SFP ports are described in Table 9. Table 9. SFP Port LEDs on the AT-x930-28GSTX Switch State Description Solid green The SFP transceiver in the port has established a link at 1000 Mbps to a network device.
Page 48: Leds For The Stacking Ports
Chapter 1: Overview The LEDs are described in Table 10. Table 10. SFP+ Port LEDs State Description Solid green The SFP+ transceiver in the port has established a link at 10 Gbps to a network device. Flashing The SFP+ transceiver is receiving or green transmitting packets to a network device at 10 Gbps.
Page 49: Switch Id Led
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Table 11. Stacking Port LEDs State Description The port is empty, the stacking transceiver has not established a link to a network device, or the LEDs are turned off. To turn on the LEDs, use the eco- friendly button.
Page 50: Figure 13: Switch Id Led
Chapter 1: Overview The states of the LED when the switch is not operating in the low power mode are shown in Figure 13. The switch is booting up. The switch has encountered a fault condition. The switch is operating as a stand-alone unit, with the ID number 0.
Page 51: Usb Port
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking USB Port The management panel has a USB port. You may use the port to store configuration files on flash drives or to restore configuration files to switches whose settings have been lost or corrupted, or to quickly configure replacement units.
Page 52: Console Port
Note To use the AT-VT-Kit3 management cable, you must install the driver software onto your Windows system. For installation instructions, refer to Allied Telesis Quick Installation Guide AT-VT- Kit3 Management Cable. The Console port is set to the following specifications: Default baud rate: 9600 bps (Range is 9600 to 115200 bps) ...
Page 53: At-Stackqs And At-X9Em/Xt4 Cards
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards This section describes the two optional cards for the x930 Series: AT-StackQS Card  AT-x9EM/XT4 Card  AT-StackQS The AT-StackQS Card has two ports for 40Gbps transceivers and a bandwidth of 160Gbps.
Page 54: Table 12: At-Stackqs Card Leds
Chapter 1: Overview Note Breakout cables are supported in 26-port x930 Switches. They are not supported in 52-port switches. Each transceiver port has one LED. The states of the LED are defined in Table 12. Table 12. AT-StackQS Card LEDs State Description L/A (Link/...
Page 55: At-X9Em/Xt4 Card
The card requires version 5.4.5-2 or later of the management software. The instructions in “Displaying the Hardware Status and AlliedWare Plus Version Number” on page 145 explain how to determine the version number of the software on the switch. The cable requirements for the ports are given in Table 14.
Page 56: Table 15: At-X9Em/Xt4 Card Leds
Chapter 1: Overview Table 15. AT-x9EM/XT4 Card LEDs State Description L/A (Link/ The port is not connected to another Activity) network device, the device is not powered on, or the LEDs are turned off. To turn on the LEDs, use the eco-friendly button. Solid green The port has established a 10Gbps link to a network device.
Page 57: Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking
Chapter 2 Virtual Chassis Stacking The sections in this chapter are listed here: “Overview” on page 58  “Stack Trunks” on page 59  “Trunks of Ports S1 and S2” on page 60  “Trunks of AT-StackQS Cards” on page 64 ...
Page 58: Overview
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Overview The Virtual Chassis Stacking (VCStack) feature allows multiple x930 Switches to function as a single networking unit. Benefits of the VCStack feature include: Simplifies management - You can manage the devices of the stack ...
Page 59: Stack Trunks
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Stack Trunks The switches in a stack are connected by a trunk that consists of two or more ports on each device. The x930 Switches support the following four types of trunks: “Trunks of Ports S1 and S2”...
Page 60: Trunks Of Ports S1 And S2
SFP+ transceivers and direct connect cables. You may use any of the supported transceivers for the trunk. Refer to the product’s data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site for a list of supported transceivers. Transceivers are purchased separately.
Page 61: Figure 18: Trunk Of Ports S1 And S2 For A Stack Of Two Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 18. Trunk of Ports S1 and S2 for a Stack of Two Switches Caution The stack will not function if the connections to ports S1 and S2 do not crossover on the switches. The switches will instead operate as stand-alone devices.
Page 62: Figure 19: Trunk Of Ports S1 And S2 For A Stack Of Four Switches
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking An example of a stack trunk for four switches is illustrated in Figure 19. Figure 19. Trunk of Ports S1 and S2 for a Stack of Four Switches...
Page 63: Figure 20: Trunk Of Ports S1 And S2 For A Stack Of Eight Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking A stack of eight switches is shown in Figure 20. Figure 20. Trunk of Ports S1 and S2 for a Stack of Eight Switches...
Page 64: Trunks Of At-Stackqs Cards
For a list of supported transceivers, refer to the product’s data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site. Transceivers are purchased separately. The two ports on the AT-StackQS Cards are the default trunk ...
Page 65: Figure 21: Trunk Of At-Stackqs Cards For A Stack Of Two Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 21. Trunk of AT-StackQS Cards for a Stack of Two Switches The stack in Figure 22 has four switches. Figure 22. Trunk of AT-StackQS Cards for a Stack of Four Switches...
Page 66: Figure 23: Trunk Of At-Stackqs Cards For A Stack Of Eight Switches
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 23 is a stack of eight switches. Figure 23. Trunk of AT-StackQS Cards for a Stack of Eight Switches...
Page 67: Trunks Of Copper 10/100/1000Mbps Ports
 You cannot change the settings of trunk ports. Note Trunks of copper Gigabit ports require AlliedWare Plus version 5.5.1-2.1 or later. For instructions, refer to Chapter 13, “Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports” on page 165 Here are examples of stacks with trunks of copper Gigabit ports.
Page 68: Figure 25: Trunk Of Copper Gigabit Ports For A Stack Of Three Switches
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Here is an example of a stack of three switches. Figure 25. Trunk of Copper Gigabit Ports for a Stack of Three Switches Figure 26 is an example of a stack of four switches. Figure 26. Trunk of Copper Gigabit Ports for a Stack of Four Switches...
Page 69: Trunks Of Sfp Ports On At-X930-28Gstx Switches
The SFP ports of the trunk have to be at their default settings. You  cannot change the settings of trunk ports. The SFP transceivers must be from Allied Telesis. Switches might  not form the stack with SFP transceivers from other network equipment providers.
Page 70: Figure 27: Trunk Of Sfp Gigabit Ports For A Stack Of Two At-X930-28Gstx Switches
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 27. Trunk of SFP Gigabit Ports for a Stack of Two AT-x930- 28GSTX Switches The example in Figure 28 is a stack of three AT-x930-28GSTX Switches. As in the previous example, the trunk contains SFP Gigabit ports 1 to 4. Figure 28.
Page 71: Figure 29: Trunk Of Sfp And Copper Gigabit Ports For A Mixed Stack Of Four Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 29. Trunk of SFP and Copper Gigabit Ports for a Mixed Stack of Four Switches...
Page 72: General Stacking Guidelines
VCStack comes standard with the AlliedWare Plus software for  x930 Switches. No additional software or licenses are required. The switches must all have the same version of AlliedWare Plus  software. The switches can be the same or different x930 models.
Page 73: Master And Member Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Master and Member Switches Stacks have a master switch. Some of its functions include: Coordinate and monitor stack operations.  Verify that the switches are using the same version of  management software. Verify that the switches have different ID numbers.
Page 74: Switch Id Numbers
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Switch ID Numbers Each switch must be assigned an ID number. The range is 1 to 8 for a stack with a trunk of AT-StackQS modules or the S1 and S2 ports. The range is 1 to 4 when the stack trunk consists of the 1Gbps front panel ports.
Page 75: Feature Licenses
They are unlocked with feature licenses from Allied Telesis. Refer to the product’s data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site for the list of licenses. Here are the guidelines to feature licenses for a stack of x930 Series switches: The VCStack feature is part of the base features of the switches.
Page 76: Specifying Ports In The Command Line Interface
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Specifying Ports in the Command Line Interface The individual ports on the switches of the stack are specified in the command line interface with the PORT parameter. The format of the parameter is shown in Figure 30. port n.n.n Stack ID Module ID...
Page 77 x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking This example enters the Port Interface mode for ports 1 and 2 on the optional AT-x9EM/XT4 Card on the switch with the ID number 3: awplus> enable awplus# configure terminal awplus(config)# interface port3.1.1-port3.1.2 For instructions on the command line interface and the PORT parameter, refer to the Software Reference for x930 Series Switches, AlliedWare Operating System.
Page 78: Stack Worksheet
Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking Stack Worksheet The worksheet in Table 17 can assist you in configuring and maintaining a stack. Table 17. Stack Worksheet StackQS Firmware Switch/ Switch Prior- Trunk Version Transceiver Location Ports x9EM/XT4 Number Card Master 25 | 49: 26 | 50 27 /S1 | 51/S1 28 /S2 | 52/S2...
Page 79 27 /S1 | 51/S1 28 /S2 | 52/S2 Member 25 | 49: 26 | 50 27 /S1 | 51/S1 28 /S2 | 52/S2 Member 25 | 49: 26 | 50 27 /S1 | 51/S1 28 /S2 | 52/S2 1. AlliedWare Plus version number.
Page 80: Table 18: Stacking Worksheet Columns
ID LEDs on the front panels and you use the numbers to configure the individual ports. Allied Telesis recommends assigning the ID 1, the default value, to the master switch. You should decide on the ID assignments of the switches before beginning the configuration procedures.
Page 81 Firmware Version Use this column to record the version numbers of Number the AlliedWare Plus management software on the switches. The switches might not be able to form the stack if they have different versions. Switches that have different versions should be updated to the most recent release before you build the stack.
Page 82 Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking...
Page 83: Chapter 3: Beginning The Installation
Chapter 3 Beginning the Installation The chapter contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 84  “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 89  “Unpacking the Switch” on page 90 ...
Page 84: Reviewing Safety Precautions
Chapter 3: 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 85 x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 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 86  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 87 x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 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 88 Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation Caution The unit does not contain serviceable components. Please return damaged units for servicing.  E42 Warning The temperature of an operational SFP or SFP+ transceiver may exceed 70° C (158° F). Exercise caution when removing or handling a transceiver with unprotected hands.
Page 89: Choosing A Site For The Switch
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Choosing a Site for the Switch Observe these requirements when planning the installation of the switch. If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, check to be  sure that the rack is safely secured so that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near the bottom of the rack.
Page 90: Unpacking The Switch
Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation Unpacking the Switch Figure 31 lists the items in the accessory kit that comes with the switch. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. One 2 m (6.6 ft) local management cable with RJ-45 (8P8C) and DB-9 (D- sub 9-pin) connectors.
Page 91: Figure 32: Pre-Installed Items
Figure 32. Pre-installed Items 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 92 Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation...
Page 93: Chapter 4: Installing The Power Supplies
Chapter 4 Installing the Power Supplies The sections in this chapter are listed here: “Installing the Power Supplies” on page 94  “Installing a Blank Power Supply Slot Cover” on page 100 ...
Page 94: Installing The Power Supplies
Refer to Figure 33 on page 95. Note Allied Telesis recommends removing the blank panel from slot B even if you are installing only one power supply, You reinstall the panel later in the procedure.
Page 95: Figure 33: Removing The Blank Panel
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 33. Removing the Blank Panel 3. Unpack the power supply from its shipping container. Caution The device is heavy. Use both hands to lift it. You might injure yourself or damage the device if you drop it.  E94 4.
Page 96: Figure 34: Power Supply Accessory Items
Chapter 4: Installing the Power Supplies Table 19. Power Supply Accessory Items One Power Cord Power Supply One Power Cord Retaining Clip AT-PWR150 AT-PWR250 AT-PWR250-80 AT-PWR800 AT-PWR1200 The items are shown in Figure 34 on page 96. Power Cord Power Cord Retaining Clip Figure 34.
Page 97: Figure 35: Installing A Power Supply
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking The power supply is fully installed in the slot when the tabs with the  captive screws are flush with the back panel of the switch. Light pressure may be required to properly seat the module on the power connector inside the chassis.
Page 98: Figure 36: Improper Installation Of A Power Supply
Chapter 4: Installing the Power Supplies Figure 36. Improper Installation of a Power Supply 6. Secure the power supply to the switch by tightening the two captive screws with a cross-head screwdriver. Refer to Figure 37. Figure 37. Tightening the Captive Screws on the Power Supply...
Page 99: Figure 38: Installing The Power Cord Retaining Clip
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 7. If you installed the AT-PWR150, AT-PWR250 or AT-PWR800 Power Supply, install the power cord retaining clip on the AC plug. Press the sides of the clip inward and insert the two ends into the holes on the AC socket.
Page 100: Installing A Blank Power Supply Slot Cover
Chapter 4: Installing the Power Supplies Installing a Blank Power Supply Slot Cover If you installed only one power supply in the switch, install a blank panel over the empty power supply slot. To install a blank cover, perform the following procedure: 1.
Page 101: Figure 40: Tightening The Captive Screws On The Blank Panel For The Power Supply Slot
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 40. Tightening the Captive Screws on the Blank Panel for the Power Supply Slot 3. Do one of the following: To install an optional module, refer to Chapter 5, “Installing AT- ...
Page 102 Chapter 4: Installing the Power Supplies...
Page 103: Chapter 5: Installing At-Stackqs And At-X9Em/Xt4 Cards
Chapter 5 Installing AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/ XT4 Cards This chapter contains the installation instructions for AT-StackQS and AT- x9EM/XT4 Cards. For descriptions, refer to “AT-StackQS Card” on page 53 and “AT-x9EM/XT4 Card” on page 55. The sections are listed here: “Guidelines”...
Page 104: Guidelines
Chapter 5: Installing AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards Guidelines Please observe the following guidelines when handling AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards. Wear an anti-static device when handling the card.  Caution The device can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Be sure to follow standard ESD protections procedures, such as wearing a wrist or foot strap, when installing the device.
Page 105: Installing The Card
Cards in x930 Switches. The illustrations show the AT- StackQS Card. The procedure is the same for the AT-x9EM/XT4 Card. Note Although the cards are hot-swappable, Allied Telesis recommends powering off the switch before installing them because the installation procedure requires temporarily removing the AT-FAN09 Fan Module.
Page 106: Figure 41: Loosening The Two Captive Screws On The At-Fan09 Module
Chapter 5: Installing AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards Figure 41. Loosening the Two Captive Screws on the AT-FAN09 Module 4. Carefully pull the AT-FAN09 Module from the switch. Refer to Figure 42. Figure 42. Removing the AT-FAN09 Module...
Page 107: Figure 43: Loosening The Captive Screw On The At-Fan09Adp Module
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 5. Use a cross-head screwdriver to loosen the captive screw on the AT- FAN09ADP Module. Refer to Figure 43. Figure 43. Loosening the Captive Screw on the AT-FAN09ADP Module 6. Carefully pull the AT-FAN09ADP Module from the switch. Refer to Figure 44.
Page 108: Figure 45: Removing The Card From The Anti-Static Bag
Chapter 5: Installing AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards 7. Remove the AT-StackQS or AT-x9EM/XT4 Card from the anti-static bag. Refer to Figure 45. Figure 45. Removing the Card from the Anti-static Bag 8. Carefully align the card in the slot and slide it into the switch. The left edge of the card fits into the slot in the bottom corner of the switch.
Page 109: Figure 46: Aligning The Card In The Slot
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Slot Figure 46. Aligning the Card in the Slot 9. When you feel the card make contact with the connector inside the switch, gently press on the handle to seat it on the connector. Refer to Figure 47.
Page 110: Figure 48: Tightening The Captive Screw On The Card
Chapter 5: Installing AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards 10. Tighten the captive screw to secure the card in the switch. Refer to Figure 48. Figure 48. Tightening the Captive Screw on the Card 11. Align the AT-FAN09 Module in the slot and carefully slide it into the switch.
Page 111: Figure 50: Tightening The Two Captive Screws On The At-Fan09 Module
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 12. Tighten the two captive screws on the AT-FAN09 Module to secure it to the switch. Refer to Figure 50. Figure 50. Tightening the Two Captive Screws on the AT-FAN09 Module 13. Store the AT-FAN09ADP Module in an anti-static bag and place it in a safe location.
Page 112 Chapter 5: Installing AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards 14. If you purchased AT-StackQS Cards for other sx930 Switches, repeat this procedure to install the cards. 15. Do one of the following: To install the switch on a table, go to Chapter 6, “Installing the ...
Page 113: Chapter 6: Installing The Switch On A Table
Chapter 6 Installing the Switch on a Table To install the switch on a table, perform the following procedure: Warning Switches should not be stacked on a table or desktop because that could present a personal safety hazard if you need to move or replace units.
Page 114 If any of the switches have the AT-PWR250-80 DC Power Supply,  go to Chapter 9, “Wiring the DC Connector on the AT-PWR250-80 Power Supply” on page 137. Otherwise, go to Chapter 10, “Displaying the AlliedWare Plus  Version Number” on page 141.
Page 115: Chapter 7: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack
Chapter 7 Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack This chapter contains instructions for installing the switch in an equipment rack. The sections in the chapter are listed here: “Required Items” on page 116  “Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack” on page 117 ...
Page 116: Required Items
Chapter 7: Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack Required Items This procedure requires the following items: Two equipment rack brackets (included with the switch)  Eight bracket screws (included with the switch)  Cross-head screwdriver (not provided)  Four standard equipment rack screws (not provided) ...
Page 117: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack
To install the switch in a 19-inch equipment rack, perform the following procedure: 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...
Page 118: Figure 53: Attaching The Equipment Rack Brackets
Chapter 7: Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack Figure 53. Attaching the Equipment Rack Brackets...
Page 119: Figure 54: Attaching The Equipment Rack Brackets (Continued)
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 54. Attaching the Equipment Rack Brackets (Continued) 3. Have two people hold the switch in the equipment rack while you secure it using standard equipment rack screws (not provided). Refer to Figure 55 on page 120.
Page 120: Figure 55: Installing The Switch In An Equipment Rack
If any of the switches contain the AT-PWR250-80 DC Power  Supply, go to Chapter 9, “Wiring the DC Connector on the AT- PWR250-80 Power Supply” on page 137. Otherwise, go to Chapter 10, “Displaying the AlliedWare Plus  Version Number” on page 141.
Page 121: Chapter 8: Installing The Switch On A Wall
Chapter 8 Installing the Switch on a Wall The procedures in this chapter are listed here: “Switch Orientation on the Wall” on page 122  “Recommended Minimum Wall Area Dimensions” on page 123  “Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs” on page 125 ...
Page 122: Switch Orientation On The Wall
Chapter 8: Installing the Switch on a Wall Switch Orientation on the Wall You may install the switch on a wall with the front panel facing to the left or right, as shown in Figure 56. You may not install it with the front panel facing to the top or bottom.
Page 123: Recommended Minimum Wall Area Dimensions
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Recommended Minimum Wall Area Dimensions The recommended minimum dimensions for the reserved wall area for the switch are listed here: Width: 68.0 centimeters (27 inches)  Height: 58.4 centimeters (23 inches)  You should position the switch in the reserved wall area such that the front panel has more space than the rear panel.
Page 124: Figure 58: Minimum Wall Area Dimensions With The Front Panel On The Right
Chapter 8: Installing the Switch on a Wall Figure 58. Minimum Wall Area Dimensions with the Front Panel on the Right...
Page 125: Plywood Base For A Wall With Wooden Studs
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs If you are installing the switch on a wall that has wooden studs, Allied Telesis recommends using a plywood base to attach the device to the wall.
Page 126: Figure 60: Steps To Installing The Switch With A Plywood Base
Chapter 8: Installing the Switch on a Wall The plywood base allows you to mount the switch on two wall studs. If you install the switch without the base, you could attach only one side to a stud. This is because the standard distance between two studs in a wall is 41 centimeters (16 inches) while the distance between the left and right brackets on the switch is 36.2 centimeters (14 1/4 inches).
Page 127: Installation Guidelines
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installation Guidelines Here are the guidelines to installing the switch on a wall: You may install the switch on a wall that has wooden studs.  You may install it on a concrete wall. ...
Page 128 Chapter 8: Installing the Switch on a Wall Plywood base if you are installing the switch on a wall with wooden  studs (not provided.) Refer to “Plywood Base for a Wall with Wooden Studs” on page 125 for illustrations. Four screws and anchors for attaching the plywood base to the ...
Page 129: Installing The Plywood Base
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installing the 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 125. Consult a qualified building contractor for installation instructions for the plywood base.
Page 130: Installing The Switch On The Plywood Base
This procedure assumes that the plywood base for the switch is already installed on the wall. Please review “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 84 and “Choosing a Site for the Switch” on page 89 before performing this procedure. Allied Telesis recommends a minimum of three people for this procedure. Caution The device is heavy.
Page 131: Figure 62: Mounting Holes
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking The sides of the switch have two sets of holes. One set is for installing the switch on a wall with the brackets and the other set is for the AT- RKMT-SL01 Rack Mounting Kit. The holes for the brackets are identified in Figure 62.
Page 132: Figure 63: Securing The Switch To The Plywood Base
If any of the switches contain the AT-PWR250-80 DC Power  Supply, go to Chapter 9, “Wiring the DC Connector on the AT- PWR250-80 Power Supply” on page 137. Otherwise, go to Chapter 10, “Displaying the AlliedWare Plus  Version Number” on page 141.
Page 133: Installing The Switch On A Concrete Wall
Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Installing the Switch on a Concrete Wall Allied Telesis recommends a minimum of three people for this procedure. To install the switch on a concrete wall, perform the following procedure: Caution The switch is heavy. Always ask for assistance before moving or lifting the device so as to avoid injuring yourself or damaging the equipment.
Page 134: Figure 64: Marking The Locations Of The Bracket Holes On A Concrete Wall
3. Please review the following guidelines: Prior to drilling, set the drill to hammer and rotation mode. The  modes break up the concrete and clean out the hole. Allied Telesis recommends cleaning out the holes with a brush or  compressed air.
Page 135: Figure 65: Installing The Switch On A Concrete Wall
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 6. Insert the four anchors into the holes. 7. Have two people hold the switch at the selected wall location while you secure it with the four provided screws. Refer to Figure 65. Figure 65.
Page 136 If any switches contain the AT-PWR250-80 DC Power Supply, go  to Chapter 9, “Wiring the DC Connector on the AT-PWR250-80 Power Supply” on page 137. Otherwise, go to Chapter 10, “Displaying the AlliedWare Plus  Version Number” on page 141.
Page 137 Chapter 9 Wiring the DC Connector on the AT- PWR250-80 Power Supply This chapter contains instructions on how to wire the DC connector on the AT-PWR250-80 DC power supply. Warning As a safety precaution, install a circuit breaker with a minimum value of 15 Amps between the equipment and the DC power source.
Page 138: Chapter 9: Wiring The Dc Connector On The At-Pwr250-80 Power Supply
Chapter 9: Wiring the DC Connector on the AT-PWR250-80 Power Supply 2. Verify that the On/Off switch on the power supply is in the Off position. Refer to Figure 66 on page 138. On/Off Switch Figure 66. On/Off Switch on AT-PWR250-80 Power Supply 3.
Page 139: Figure 68: Stripped Wire
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Warning Do not strip more than the recommended amount of wire. Stripping more than the recommended amount can create a safety hazard by leaving exposed wire on the terminal block after installation.  E10 8mm +/- 1mm (0.31 in.
Page 140 80 Power Supplies in the other switches of the stack. 13. After wiring all of the AT-PWR250-80 Power Supplies, go to Chapter 10, “Displaying the AlliedWare Plus Version Number” on page 141. Warning This unit might have more than one power source. To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect all power cords before servicing the unit.
Page 141: Chapter 10: Displaying The Alliedware Plus Version Number
Number The procedures in this section explain how to verify the hardware status of the switch and display the version number of the AlliedWare Plus software, Allied Telesis recommends performing these procedures on each switch individually before building the stack. Here are the procedures: “Starting a Local Management Session”...
Page 142: Starting A Local Management Session
Chapter 10: Displaying the AlliedWare Plus Version Number Starting a Local Management Session The switch supports the following types of management: Local management: Local management is performed through the  Console port on the management panel of the switch. The switch does not require an IP address for local management.
Page 143: Figure 72: Management Workstation, Vt-Kit3 Management Cable, And Switch
For instructions on how to start a remote management session, refer to the x330 Series Software Reference for AlliedWare Plus Operating System. To start a local management session using the management cable provided with the switch, perform the following procedure: 1.
Page 144: Figure 73: Connecting The Management Cable To The Console Port
Chapter 10: Displaying the AlliedWare Plus Version Number Figure 73. Connecting the Management Cable to the Console Port 4. Connect the other end of the cable to an RS-232 port on a terminal or PC with a terminal emulator program.
Page 145: Displaying The Hardware Status And Alliedware Plus Version Number
Displaying the Hardware Status and AlliedWare Plus Version Number This section contains the procedure for displaying the version number of the AlliedWare Plus software on the switch. This procedure is important if the switches contain the AT-StackQS or AT-x9EM/XT4 Card, or you plan to use copper or SFP Gigabit ports for the trunk.
Page 146: Table 20: Hardware Options And Management Software Versions
Chapter 10: Displaying the AlliedWare Plus Version Number Table 20. Hardware Options and Management Software Versions Minimum Version of Operating Optional Hardware System AT-StackQS Card and AT- 5.4.5 QSFPICU Cables AT-StackQS Card and AT- 5.4.5-1 QSFPSR Transceivers AT-StackQS Card and AT- 5.4.5-2...
Page 147: Chapter 11: Building The Stack With Sfp+ Ports S1 And S2
Chapter 11 Building the Stack with SFP+ Ports S1 and S2 This chapter explains how to build a stack of x930 Switches with a trunk of SFP+ ports S1 and S2. The chapter contains the following procedures: “Introduction” on page 148 ...
Page 148: Introduction
Chapter 11: Building the Stack with SFP+ Ports S1 and S2 Introduction This chapter contains instructions on how to build a stack of up to eight x930 Switches with SFP+ ports S1 and S2 as the stack trunk. Review the following information before performing the procedures: No configuration procedures are required if the x930 Switches are ...
Page 149: Designating Sfp+ Ports S1 And S2 As The Stack Trunk
This procedure assumes the following: You performed the procedures in Chapter 10, “Displaying the  AlliedWare Plus Version Number” on page 141. There are no cables connected to the SFP+ ports S1 and S2.  For switches with DC AT-PWR250-80 Power Supplies, you have ...
Page 150: Table 21: Designating Sfp+ Ports S1 And S2 As The Stack Trunk In Switches Containing At-Stackqs Cards
Building configuration ... [OK] Restart the switch with the REBOOT command. awplus# reboot reboot system? (y/n): Type “Y” for yes. Wait one minute for the switch to start the AlliedWare Plus software. Start a new local management session on the switch.
Page 151 x330 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Table 21. Designating SFP+ Ports S1 and S2 as the Stack Trunk in Switches Containing AT- StackQS Cards (Continued) Step Description and Command Enter the SHOW RUNNING-CONFIG command to display the switch’s configuration. Check the configuration for the STACK ENABLE BUILTIN PORTS command.
Page 152: Powering On The Switches Sequentially
You performed “Displaying the Hardware Status and AlliedWare  Plus Version Number” on page 145 to confirm that all the switches have the same version of the AlliedWare Plus software. You performed “Designating SFP+ Ports S1 and S2 as the Stack ...
Page 153 Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.  E3 3. Wait one minute for the switch to start the AlliedWare Plus software. The switch displays the number 1 on its ID LED and is now the master switch.
Page 154: Powering On The Switches Simultaneously
5. The master switch assigns itself the ID number 1. 6. The master switch assigns ID numbers in the range of 2 to 8 to the other switches. 7. The other switches reboot the AlliedWare Plus software with their new ID numbers. This procedure assumes the following: You performed “Displaying the Hardware Status and AlliedWare...
Page 155 x330 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking To have the switches assign the ID numbers automatically, perform the following procedure: 1. Cable the SFP+ ports S1 and S2 ports on the switches of the stack. For guidelines and examples, refer to “Trunks of Ports S1 and S2” on page 60.
Page 156: Verifying The Stack And Assigning Priority Numbers
Chapter 11: Building the Stack with SFP+ Ports S1 and S2 Verifying the Stack and Assigning Priority Numbers To verify the stack and assign priority numbers, perform the following procedure: 1. Start a local management session on any switch in the stack. For instructions, refer to “Starting a Local Management Session”...
Page 157: Figure 76: Moving To The Global Configuration Mode With The Enable And Configure Terminal Commands
x330 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Depending on how you power on or reboot the stack in the future,  the switches might select a different master. That does not change their ID numbers, their configurations, or the manner in which you manage the stack.
Page 158: Figure 77: Returning To The Privileged Exec Mode
Chapter 11: Building the Stack with SFP+ Ports S1 and S2 To assign the priority value to 2 to the switch with the ID number 2, you enter: awplus(config)# stack 2 priority 2 6. After setting the priority values, enter the EXIT command to return to the Privileged Exec mode.
Page 159: Chapter 12: Building The Stack With At-Stackqs Cards
Chapter 12 Building the Stack with AT-StackQS Cards This chapter explains how to build a stack of x930 Switches with the two 40Gbps ports on AT-StackQS Cards as the trunk. The chapter contains the following procedures: “Introduction” on page 160 ...
Page 160: Introduction
Chapter 12: Building the Stack with AT-StackQS Cards Introduction This chapter explains how to build a stack of up to eight x930 Switches with a stack trunk of 40Gbps transceivers in AT-StackQS Cards. There are no configuration procedures. The stacking feature is enabled by default on the switches and the ports on the AT-StackQS Cards are the default trunk ports.
Page 161: Powering On The Switches Sequentially
You performed “Displaying the Hardware Status and AlliedWare  Plus Version Number” on page 145 to confirm that all the x930 Switches have the same version of the AlliedWare Plus software. This is the first power-on of the stack. ...
Page 162 Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord.  E3 2. Wait one minute for the switch to start the AlliedWare Plus software. The switch displays the number 1 on its ID LED and is now the master switch.
Page 163: Powering On The Switches Simultaneously
5. The master switch assigns itself the ID number 1. 6. The master switch assigns ID numbers in the range of 2 to 8 to the other switches. 7. The other switches reboot the AlliedWare Plus software with their new ID numbers. The procedure assumes the following: You installed the AT-StackQS Cards in the switches.
Page 164 Chapter 12: Building the Stack with AT-StackQS Cards Note Refer to “Power Specifications” on page 207 for the power specifications of the switches. To have the switches assign the ID numbers automatically, perform the following procedure: 1. Power on all the x930 Switches of the stack simultaneously: For switches with AC power supplies, connect the AC power cords ...
Page 165: Chapter 13: Building The Stack With Copper Or Sfp Gigabit Ports
Chapter 13 Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports This chapter explains how to build a stack of x930 Switches using front panel copper or SFP Gigabit ports as the trunk. The chapter contains the following sections: “Introduction” on page 166 ...
Page 166: Introduction
Chapter 13: Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports Introduction This chapter contains instructions on how to build a stack with a trunk of Gigabit ports on the front panels of the x930 Switches. For background information and examples, refer to “Trunks of Copper 10/100/1000Mbps Ports”...
Page 167: Command Summary
STACKPORT You use this command in the port interface modes of the AlliedWare Plus software to add and remove ports from the stack trunk. Here are its two...
Page 168 MAC addresses to select the master. The lower the MAC address, the higher the priority. Allied Telesis recommends setting the priority numbers to match the switch ID numbers. For example, the switch with ID 1 should be assigned priority 1, switch with ID 2 should be assigned priority 2, and so on.
Page 169: Stack Renumber Command
4, depending on the stack trunk. The default is 1. You use the numbers Command to identify switches in the command line interface of the AlliedWare Plus software. Refer to “Switch ID Numbers” on page 74. The master switch can assign the ID numbers automatically during the first power-on of the stack, or you can use this command to set them either before or immediately after building the stack.
Page 170: Configuring The Master Switch
Note The procedures require reseting the switch. Some network traffic will be lost if its ports are connected to active networks. Allied Telesis recommends filling out the “Stack Worksheet” on page 78 before building the stack. General Steps for There are two parts to configuring the master switch for a stack trunk of Gigabit ports.
Page 171: Configuring The Master Switch - Part I
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 5. Save your changes with the WRITE command in the Privilege Exec mode. Here are the main steps to Part II: 1. Add the member switches as provisioned units to the configuration of the master switch, with the SWITCH PROVISION command.
Page 172 Chapter 13: Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports Table 22. Configuring the Master Switch to Use Gigabit Ports as the Stack Trunk - Part I (Continued) Step Description and Command Steps 4 and 5 designate the Gigabit ports of the trunk. Enter the port interface modes of the Gigabit ports to be the stack trunk.
Page 173: Configuring The Master Switch - Part Ii
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Configuring the In Part II you add the member switches to the configuration of the master switch and designate their Gigabit ports of the trunk. This is referred to as Master Switch - provisioning the master switch.
Page 174: Verifying The Master Switch
(y/n): Type “Y” for yes. Wait one minute for the switch to start the AlliedWare Plus software. Go to “Verifying the Master Switch” on page 174. Verifying the To confirm the configuration of the master switch, perform the following...
Page 175: Figure 81: Show Running-Config Interface Command On The Master Switch
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 4. Check the display for the following: Switch ID 1 is the master switch.  The other ID entries are the provisioned member switches. There  should be one entry for each member switch that will be in the stack.
Page 176: What To Do Next
Chapter 13: Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports What to Do Next After configuring the master switch, do the following: 1. Power off the switch. For AC power supplies, disconnect the AC power cords from the AC power sources. For DC power supplies, turn off the ON/OFF switch on the power supplies or power off the DC power circuits.
Page 177: Configuring The Member Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Configuring the Member Switches This section contains the procedures for configuring the member switches of the stack by assigning them ID numbers and designating Gigabit ports as the stack trunk: Here are the procedures: “General Steps for the Member Switches”...
Page 178: Configuring Member Switches - Part I
Chapter 13: Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports 4. Save your changes with the WRITE command in the Privilege Exec mode. 5. Restart the switch with the REBOOT command. 6. Start a new local management session. 7. Verify your changes with the SHOW STACK and SHOW RUNNING- CONFIG INTERFACE commands.
Page 179: Configuring Member Switches - Part Ii
Type “Y” for yes. Wait one minute for the switch to start the AlliedWare Plus software. Check the ID LED on the front panel. Do one of the following: - If the ID LED is displaying the switch’s new ID number, go to “Configuring Member Switches - Part II,”...
Page 180: Table 25: Configuring Member Switches - Part Ii
Save your changes with the WRITE command. awplus# write Building configuration ... [OK] Reboot the switch. awplus# reboot reboot system? (y/n): Type “Y” for yes. Wait one minute for the switch to start the AlliedWare Plus software. Go to “Verifying Member Switches,” next.
Page 181: Verifying Member Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Verifying Perform this procedure to verify the configuration of a member switch. Member Switches 1. Start a new local management session on the switch. Refer to “Starting a Local Management Session” on page 142. 2.
Page 182: Figure 83: Show Running-Config Interface Command For Member Switches
Chapter 13: Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports awplus# show running-config interface interface port1.0.1-1.0.26 switchport switchport mode access stack enable front-panel-ports interface port1.0.27-1.0.28 stackport interface port2.0.1-2.0.24 switchport switchport mode access interface port2.0.1-2.0.8 stackport interface port2.0.27-2.0.28 switchport switchport mode access awplus# Figure 83.
Page 183: What To Do Next For Member Switches
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking What to Do Next After configuring the member switch, do the following: for Member 1. Power off the member switch. Switches 2. Repeat these procedures to configure all member switches, assigning each one a unique ID number and identifying the Gigabit ports of the trunk.
Page 184: Powering On The Stack
Pluggable Equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.  E5 4. Wait one minute for the master switch to start the AlliedWare Plus software. 5. Power on the member switches either sequentially or simultaneously.
Page 185: Chapter 14: Cabling The Networking Ports
Chapter 14 Cabling the Networking Ports This chapter contains the following procedures: “Cabling Copper Ports” on page 186  “Installing SFP and SFP+ Transceivers” on page 188  “Installing AT-SP10TW Direct Connect Cables” on page 192  “Cabling the AT-StackQS Card with AT-QSFPICU Cables” on page 194 ...
Page 186: Cabling Copper Ports
Chapter 14: Cabling the Networking Ports Cabling Copper Ports Here are the guidelines to cabling the 10/100/1000Base-T copper ports: The cable specifications for the ports are listed in “Cable  Requirements” on page 32. The connectors on the cables should fit snugly into the ports, and ...
Page 187 x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking The default duplex mode setting of Auto-Negotiation is not  appropriate for ports connected to network devices that do not support Auto-Negotiation and have a fixed duplex mode. You should disable Auto-Negotiation on those ports and set their duplex modes manually to avoid the possibility of duplex mode mismatches.
Page 188: Installing Sfp And Sfp+ Transceivers
This section contains instructions for installing SFP and SFP+ transceivers in the ports on the switch. Note Refer to the product’s data sheet on the Allied Telesis web site for a list of supported transceivers. Here are the guidelines: Ports 25 to 28 on 28-port x930 switches and ports 49 to 52 on 52- ...
Page 189: Figure 84: Removing The Dust Plug From An Sfp+ Port
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 190: Figure 86: Removing The Dust Cover From An Sfp Or Sfp+ Transceiver
Chapter 14: Cabling the Networking Ports 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 the remaining transceivers in the switch. 5. Remove the dust cover from the transceiver. Refer to Figure 86. Figure 86.
Page 191: Figure 88: Connecting A Fiber Optic Cable To An Sfp Or Sfp+ Transceiver
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 88. Connecting a Fiber Optic Cable to an SFP or SFP+ Transceiver 8. Repeat this procedure to install and cable additional transceivers. 9. If you are using SFP+ ports as the VCStack trunk, go to Chapter 11, “Building the Stack with SFP+ Ports S1 and S2”...
Page 192: Installing At-Sp10Tw Direct Connect Cables
Chapter 14: Cabling the Networking Ports Installing AT-SP10TW Direct Connect Cables This section contains the procedure for installing AT-SP10TW direct connect cables in SFP+ ports. Here are the guidelines: The cables are supported in ports 25 to 28 on 28-port x930 ...
Page 193: Figure 90: Installing At-Sp10Tw Cables
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking 4. Slide the connector into the port. The release tab on the connector must be on top when installed in a top SFP+ port and on the bottom when installed it in a bottom SFP+ port. Refer to Figure 90. Release tab Figure 90.
Page 194: Cabling The At-Stackqs Card With At-Qsfpicu Cables
Chapter 14: Cabling the Networking Ports Cabling the AT-StackQS Card with AT-QSFPICU Cables This section contains the procedure for cabling AT-StackQS Cards with copper AT-QSFPICU Cables. For installation instructions on installing the card, refer to Chapter 5, “Installing AT-StackQS and AT-x9EM/XT4 Cards” on page 103 If you are using the ports on the card for the VCStack trunk, review the guidelines in “Trunks of AT-StackQS Cards”...
Page 195: Figure 92: Installing The At-Qsfpicu Cable In Port 1
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Figure 92. Installing the AT-QSFPICU Cable in Port 1 3. Install the other end of the cable into a compatible port on another networking device. If you are using the cards for the VCStack trunk, the connections must crossover on the switches.
Page 196: Cabling The At-Stackqs Card With Fiber Optic Transceivers
For the maximum operating distances and cable requirements of the transceivers, refer to the x930 Data Sheet on the Allied Telesis website for the list of supported transceivers for the AT-StackQS card. The transceivers are hot-swappable. You can install them while the switches are powered on.
Page 197: Chapter 15: Troubleshooting
This chapter contains suggestions on how to troubleshoot the switch if a problem occurs. Note For further assistance, please contact Allied Telesis Technical Support at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. Problem 1: All of the port LEDs and the Switch ID LED are off, and the fans are not operating.
Page 198 Chapter 15: Troubleshooting Problem 2: All of the port LEDs are off even though the ports are connected to active network devices. Solution: The switch may be operating in the low power mode. To toggle on the LEDs, press the eco-friendly button on the front panel of the switch. You may also toggle the LEDs off and on with the ECOFRIENDLY LED and NO ECOFRIENDLY LED commands in the command line interface.
Page 199 Solutions: One or more switches cannot join the stack. If the switches are stacked with the S1 and S2 ports, try the following: Verify that you are using only Allied Telesis SFP+ transceivers or  AT-SPI0TW direct connect cables. The switches will not form a stack with any other type of transceiver or cable.
Page 200 Verify that the transceivers are fully seated in the ports in the AT-  StackQS Cards. Verify that the transceivers are from Allied Telesis. The trunk will  not work with transceivers from another network equipment manufacturer.
Page 201 The internal temperature of the switch has exceeded the normal  operating range and the switch may shut down. Contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. Problem 9: A port on the AT-x930-28GPX or AT-x930-52GPX Switch is not providing power to a PoE device.
Page 202 Earlier versions of the management software do not support the card. For instructions, refer to “Displaying the Hardware Status and AlliedWare Plus Version Number” on page 145. Check that the cables do not exceed 100 m (328 ft).
Page 203: Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the following sections: ”Physical Specifications” on page 204  ”Environmental Specifications” on page 206  ”Power Specifications” on page 207  ”Certifications” on page 209  ”RJ-45 Copper Port Pinouts” on page 210 ...
Page 204: Physical Specifications
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D) Table 26 lists the dimensions of the switches and power supplies. Table 26. Product Dimensions AT-x930-28GTX 4.4 cm x 44.0 cm x 42.0 cm (1.7 in. x 17.3 in. x 16.5 in.) AT-x930-28GPX 4.4 cm x 44.0 cm x 42.0 cm (1.7 in.
Page 205: Table 28: Ventilation Requirements
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Table 27. Product Weights (Continued) AT-x930-52GPX 5.2 kg (11.5 lb.) AT-PWR150 1.3 kg (2.8 lb) AT-PWR250 1.5 kg (3.3 lb.) AT-PWR250-80 1.5 kg (3.3 lb.) AT-PWR800 1.8 kg (4.0 lb.) AT-PWR1200 2.2 kg (4.9 lb.) The weights of the switches do not include the power supplies.
Page 206: Environmental Specifications
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Environmental Specifications Table 29 lists the environmental specifications of the switches. Table 29. Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature 0° C to 45° C (32° F to 113° F) Storage Temperature -25° C to 70° C (-13° F to 158° F) Operating Humidity 5% to 90% noncondensing Storage Humidity...
Page 207: Power Specifications
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Power Specifications This section contains the maximum power consumption values and input voltages. Maximum Power Consumption Table 30, Table 31, and Table 32 list the maximum power consumptions of the switches with the different power supplies. Table 30.
Page 208: Table 33: Input Voltages Of The Power Supplies
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Input Voltages Table 33 lists the input voltages for the five power supplies. Table 33. Input Voltages of the Power Supplies AT-PWR150 100-240 VAC , 2.0A maximum, 50/60 Hz AT-PWR250 100-240 VAC , 5.0A maximum, 50/60 Hz AT-PWR250-80 40-60 VDC, 6.0A maximum AT-PWR800...
Page 209: Certifications
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Certifications Table 34 lists the product certificates. Table 34. Product Certifications EMI (Emissions) FCC Class A, EN55022 Class A, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, VCCI Class A, CISPR Class A, C-TICK, EMC (Immunity) EN55024 Electrical and Laser Safety EN60950-1 (TUV), UL 60950-1 ), EN60825 Compliance Marks...
Page 210: Copper Port Pinouts
Appendix A: Technical Specifications RJ-45 Copper Port Pinouts Figure 93 illustrates the pin layout of the RJ-45 connectors and ports. Figure 93. RJ-45 Socket Pin Layout (Front View) Table 35 lists the pin signals for 10 and 100 Mbps. Table 35. Pin Signals for 10 and 100 Mbps MDI Signal MDI-X Signal Not used...
Page 211 x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Table 36. Pin Signals for 1000 Mbps (Continued) Pair 3 - Pair 2 - Pair 4 + Pair 4 -...
Page 212: Style Serial Console Port Pinouts
Appendix A: Technical Specifications RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pinouts Table 37 lists the pin signals of the RJ-45 style serial Console port. Table 37. RJ-45 Style Serial Console Port Pin Signals Signal Looped to pin 8. Looped to pin 7. Transmit Data Ground Ground...
Page 213: Stacking Transceivers
x930 Series Installation Guide for Virtual Chassis Stacking Stacking Transceivers Table 38 lists the operating specifications for the AT-QSFPSR Transceiver. Table 38. AT-QSFPSR Transceiver Operating Specifications Specification Value Wavelength 850nm Transmitter - maximum power -1.0dBm Transmitter - minimum power -7.6dBm Receiver - saturation -2.4dBm Receiver - sensitivity...
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Allied Telesis AlliedWare Plus Installation Manual

Chapter 1: Overview

Chapter 2: Virtual Chassis Stacking

Chapter 3: Beginning the Installation

Chapter 4: Installing the Power Supplies

Chapter 5: Installing AT-Stackqs and AT-X9Em/Xt4 Cards

Chapter 6: Installing the Switch on a Table

Chapter 7: Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack

Chapter 8: Installing the Switch on a Wall

Chapter 9: Wiring the DC Connector on the AT-PWR250-80 Power Supply

Chapter 10: Displaying the Alliedware Plus Version Number

Chapter 11: Building the Stack with SFP+ Ports S1 and S2

Chapter 12: Building the Stack with AT-Stackqs Cards

Chapter 13: Building the Stack with Copper or SFP Gigabit Ports

Chapter 14: Cabling the Networking Ports

Chapter 15: Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

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