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  • Page 1 GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide GigaVUE-OS 5.7.00...
  • Page 2 COPYRIGHT Copyright © 2019 Gigamon Inc. All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means without Gigamon’s written permission.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3 Chassis ........9...
  • Page 4 Chapter 4 Basic GigaVUE H Series Connections and Configuration ..71 Grounding the GigaVUE-HC3 Chassis ....... . . 72 Connecting Power to the GigaVUE-HC3 .
  • Page 5 MTP/APC Fiber Cable for Use with QSFP+ PLR4 Transceivers ..117 Connecting GigaVUE-HC3 Module Ports....... . 117 Enabling Modules and Ports .
  • Page 6 A GigaVUE-HC3 Specifications ........

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Introducing The Gigavue-Hc3

    Chapter 1 Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3 This chapter introduces the GigaVUE-HC3 of the Gigamon Visibility Platform nodes, describes their features and functions, and provides an orientation to the physical layout of the GigaVUE-HC3. Refer to the following sections for details: •...

  • Page 8: About The Gigavue H Series And Ta Series

    Certified Traffic Aggregation White Boxes GigaVUE-HC3 Overview The GigaVUE-HC3 node delivers the next generation fabric visibility and security delivery platform. It offers high capacity in a modular 3RU footprint. It is optimized for 40Gb and 100Gb connectivity and offers port modules and high performance GigaSMART.

  • Page 9: Introducing The Gigavue-Hc3 Chassis

    Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3 Chassis The fully-assembled GigaVUE-HC3 chassis consists of a 3RU, rack-mountable, 19in-wide chassis with management, network, and tool ports at the front and power connections, fans, and access to the control card at the rear. GigaSMART is available with SMT-HC3-C05 installed in the chassis.

  • Page 10: Gigavue-Hc3 Chassis - Front View

    GigaVUE-HC3 Chassis – Front View PRT-HC3-X24 SMT-HC3-C05 Module Module PRT-HC3-C08Q08 Extension board Filler panel Module Figure 1-2: Front View of the GigaVUE-HC3 Chassis GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 11: Gigavue-Hc3 Chassis - Rear View

    Fan Module 5 Fan LED Fan Tray Ground Power LED Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply Module 4 Module 3 Module 2 Module 1 (Filler Panel) (Filler Panel) Figure 1-3: Rear View of the GigaVUE-HC3 Chassis Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3...
  • Page 12 Rear Components on the GigaVUE-HC3 Chassis Power Supply Modules The GigaVUE-HC3 has load sharing power supply modules (PSMs). The node ships with two PSMs, but can be upgraded to four, thus offering 1+1 or 2+2 power redundancy. Both AC and DC power supply modules are available.

  • Page 13: Gigavue-Hc3 Control Cards

    25Gb port breakout on the PRT-HC3-C16, PRT-HC3-C08Q08, and SMT-HC3-C05 modules GigaVUE-HC3 Extension Board The GigaVUE-HC3 extension board is installed in the front of the chassis, providing the Mgmt and console ports for network and administrative access. It is an extension of the main board or control card.
  • Page 14 Use the console port for serial terminal connections to the GigaVUE-OS. Unless you requested custom factory settings, the serial settings are 8N1, 115,200 bps. The GigaVUE-HC3 node includes a standard console cable. Figure 1-4: GigaVUE-HC3 Extension Board GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 15 Configure the GigaVUE-HC3 remotely over a Telnet or SSH connection (RJ-45 management port, 10/100/1000BASE-T). PTP Port — In GigaVUE-HC3 Control Card Version 1 (CCv1), the PTP port is used a eth1. In GigaVUE-HC3 Control Card Version 2 (CCv2), the PTP port is reserved for future use. STACK —...

  • Page 16: Dual Bios Images

    SW BIOS version: coreboot-genesis-1.0.3 Thu Oct 6 08:15:33 UTC 2016 If there is a component failure in the primary flash, the GigaVUE-HC3 boots from a backup golden BIOS image in the secondary flash. An SNMP trap can be configured to be sent when the system has booted from the secondary flash.

  • Page 17: Software Upgrade Using Usb Drive

    Software Upgrade Using USB Drive If a GigaVUE-HC3 does not have network access, there is a USB port on the front of the chassis. A software image can be downloaded to a USB drive, the drive can be inserted into the USB port, and the software image can be installed from the drive.
  • Page 18 35 C ----------------------------------------------------------- Card 4 (BPS-HC3-C25F2G): Intake temperature : 32 C Exhaust temperature : 31 C =========================================================== The output of the following CLI command displays the temperature of transceivers: (config) show port params port-list 1/1/c5 Parameter 1/1/c5 GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Air Flow Direction

    AC- and DC-Powered GigaVUE-HC3 Gigamon provides both AC- and DC-powered versions of the GigaVUE-HC3. Both models support the same control modules and can be populated with the modules of your choice. Refer to Installing Power Supply Modules in GigaVUE-HC3 on page 54 information on connecting DC power supply modules.

  • Page 20: Gigavue-Hc3 Modules

    GigaVUE-HC3 Modules With a variety of interchangeable modules and 3.2Tb throughput for CCv1 and 6.4Tb throughput for CCv2, GigaVUE-HC3 nodes are ready to grow with your needs. The following modules offer port speeds of 10Gb, 25Gb, 40Gb, and 100Gb: • CCv1 - Twenty-four 10Gb (SFP+ and SFP+ Copper) Ports...

  • Page 21: Prt-Hc3-X24 Module

    1/1/x6 refers to box 1, slot 1, port X6. • GigaVUE-HC3: Slots (bays) are numbered 1-4 from left upper, left lower, right upper to right lower. The numbering of the module bays also determines the priority of the modules for power management. Refer to...
  • Page 22 X prefix. The ports are designated as X1 to X24 from left to right when viewed from the front. For port LED states, refer to Port Status LEDs on page 43. Figure 1-5: PRT-HC3-X24 Module GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 23: Prt-Hc3-X24 Notes And Rules

    Starting in software version 5.4, the 100Gb QSFP28 ports on the PRT-HC3-C08Q08 module can be broken out into four times 25Gb ports, called 4x25G mode. : To support 25Gb functionality, the GigaVUE-HC3 node must be equipped with Control Card version 2 (CCv2).

  • Page 24: Prt-Hc3-C08Q08 Notes And Rules

    Subports created from 2x40G mode, 4x10G mode, and 4x25G on the PRT-HC3-C08Q08 module can function as network, tool, hybrid, or stack ports. For details about the clustering support, refer to “GigaVUE-OS Compatibility and Interoperability Matrix”. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 25: Port Modes For Prt-Hc3-C08Q08

    Stack-Links The PRT-HC3-C08Q08 module on GigaVUE-HC3 can connect to all GigaVUE nodes that support 40Gb through a 40Gb stack-link, using SR4, ESR4 and LR4 optics, with the following exception: • PRT-HC0-C02 on GigaVUE-HC2 For details about the clustering support, refer to “GigaVUE-OS Compatibility and Interoperability Matrix”.
  • Page 26 GigaStream port members. These subports when they function as stack ports in GigaVUE-HC3 CCv1, ensure that they are of the same port type. Subports created from 4x10G mode can function as network, tool, hybrid, or stack ports, as well as GigaStream port members.

  • Page 27: Prt-Hc3-C16 Module

    PRT-HC3-C16 Module The PRT-HC3-C16 module provides sixteen 100Gb QSFP28 ports for a maximum capacity of 1600Gb. : The PRT-HC3-C16 module can only function on a GigaVUE-HC3 node equipped with Control Card version 2 (CCv2). On the PRT-HC3-C16 module: •...

  • Page 28: Prt-Hc3-C16 Notes And Rules

    The 100Gb/40Gb ports on the PRT-HC3-C16 module can function as network, tool, hybrid, Stack Ports or stack ports. Stack-Links The PRT-HC3-C16 module on GigaVUE-HC3 can connect to all GigaVUE nodes that support 40Gb through a 40Gb stack-link, using SR4, ESR4, and LR4 optics, with the following exception: • PRT-HC0-C02 on GigaVUE-HC2 For details about the clustering support, refer to “GigaVUE-OS Compatibility and...

  • Page 29: Port Modes For Prt-Hc3-C16

    In 4x25G mode, the subports can function as network, tool, or hybrid ports, as well as GigaStream port members. The maximum number of 25Gb subports on a PRT-HC3-C16 module is 32 (8 ports per module x 4 subports per port). : Each port can only have one mode. Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3...

  • Page 30: Smt-Hc3-C05 Module

    The 100Gb ports with QSFP28 transceiver on the SMT-HC3-C05 module can be broken out into four times 25Gb ports, called 4x25G mode. : To support 25Gb functionality, the GigaVUE-HC3 node must be equipped with Control Card version 2 (CCv2). For details about the supported transceiver, cable type, fanout, inline ports, and clusters, refer to “GigaVUE-OS Compatibility and Interoperability Matrix”.

  • Page 31: Smt-Hc3-C05 Notes And Rules

    The 100Gb/40Gb ports on the SMT-HC3-C05 module can function as network, tool, hybrid, Stack Ports or stack ports. Stack-Links The SMT-HC3-C05 module on GigaVUE-HC3 can connect to all GigaVUE nodes that support 40Gb through a 40Gb stack-link, using SR4, ESR4, and LR4 optics, with the following exception: • PRT-HC0-C02 on GigaVUE-HC2 For details about the clustering support, refer to “GigaVUE-OS Compatibility and...

  • Page 32: Port Modes For Smt-Hc3-C05

    The maximum number of 10Gb ports on a SMT-HC3-C05 module is 20 (5 ports per module x 4 subports per port). If four SMT-HC3-C05 modules are inserted in GigaVUE-HC3, the maximum number of 10Gb ports is 80 (20 x 4). The 100Gb ports with QSFP28 transceivers (1/1/c1 to 1/1/c5) on the SMT-HC3-C05 module can be broken out into four 25Gb ports, called subports.

  • Page 33: Bps-Hc3-C25F2G Module

    The GigaVUE-HC3 offers physical and logical inline bypass. Physical bypass provides automatic failover protection in the case of a power failure. The bypass combo module provide the physical bypass function.

  • Page 34: Features Of 100Gb Bypass Combo Module

    Starting in software version 5.4, SFP28 transceivers support 25Gb. : To support 25Gb functionality, the GigaVUE-HC3 node must be equipped with Control Card version 2 (CCv2). For loss summary specifications, refer to Loss Summary Specifications on page 116. For details about the supported transceiver, cable type, fanout, inline ports, and clusters, refer to “GigaVUE-OS Compatibility and Interoperability Matrix”.

  • Page 35: Inline Network Ports

    The inline network port status LEDs (A1, B1, A2, B2) have the following states: • OFF indicates that the port link is down • GREEN indicates that the link is established The physical bypass mode LEDs (M1, M2) have the following states: • GREEN indicates inline • OFF indicates bypass Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3...

  • Page 36: Bps Forwarding Led

    Table 1-6: Inline Network Forwarding States and LED Descriptions Physical Traffic Path Forwarding State of Inline Upper LED Lower LED Bypass Network enable bypass, drop, PHYSICAL BYPASS GREEN monitoring, or to-inline-tool disable bypass FORCED BYPASS GREEN GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Port Modes For Bps-Hc3-C25F2G

    Table 1-7 on page 37 lists the default inline networks: Table 1-7: Default Inline Networks in 4x10G Mode Default Inline Network Network A Network B Connected To Connected To default_inline_net_1_3_1_1 1/3/c1x1 1/3/c2x1 default_inline_net_1_3_1_2 1/3/c1x2 1/3/c2x2 Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3...

  • Page 38: Bps-Hc3-Q35C2G And Bps-Hc3-C35C2G Modules

    The GigaVUE-HC3 offers physical and logical inline bypass. Physical bypass provides automatic failover protection in the case of a power failure. The bypass combo module provide the physical bypass function.
  • Page 39 SFP28 transceivers support 25Gb on both the modules. : To support 25Gb functionality, the GigaVUE-HC3 node must be equipped with Control Card version 2 (CCv2). For loss summary specifications, refer to Loss Summary Specifications on page 116.

  • Page 40: Bps-Hc3-Q35C2G And Bps-Hc3-C35C2G Notes And Rules

    (config) # port x1..x4 params speed 25000 100Gb or 40Gb Inline By default, the inline network ports are 40Gb and 100Gb on BPS-HC3-Q35C2G and Network Ports BPS-HC3-C35C2G modules respectively. Speed change is not allowed on inline network ports. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Inline Network Ports

    OFF indicates bypass In the CLI, the inline network ports are referred to as c1 to c4. Table 1-4 on page 36 lists the port mapping. Table 1-8: Port Mapping Port CLI Port CLI Port BPS-HC3-C35C2G) BPS-HC3-Q35C2G) Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3...

  • Page 42: Bps Forwarding Led

    GigaVUE-HC3 nodes together so that one node provides high availability to the other node when there is a loss of power. This redundant arrangement of two GigaVUE-HC3 nodes maintains traffic monitoring by inline tools when one of the nodes is down.

  • Page 43: Module Status Leds

    Module Status LEDs The LEDs on the GigaVUE-HC3 modules indicate the current operational status. Table 1-10 on page 43 lists the operational states indicated by the color of Power (PWR), Ready (RDY), and Hot Swap (H/S) LEDs. Table 1-10: Module LED Descriptions...

  • Page 44: Breakout Panels

    Refer to G-TAP M Series Hardware Guide for details. Upgrading PLDs Use the pld CLI command to perform an upgrade of programmable logic devices (PLDs) on GigaVUE-HC3 nodes. These devices include field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). The following components have an FPGA: •...
  • Page 45 Slot HW Type Cur Rev Need Upgrade --------------------------------------------------- HC3-Main-Board-v2 2018/01/03:2 PRT-HC3-C16 2017/09/27:1 PRT-HC3-C08Q08 2017/01/23:5 BPS-HC3-C25F2G 2017/07/17:2 Introducing the GigaVUE-HC3...
  • Page 46 GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 2 Gigavue-Hc3 Installation Roadmap

    • Next Steps on page 48 First Steps – Getting Unpacked, Racked, Installed and Connected You have received your GigaVUE-HC3 node and now you are ready to get up and running. Figure 2-1 on page 48 shows the major steps you need to perform to get the GigaVUE-HC3 chassis out of the box, into a rack, installed with modules, plugged in, and running on your network.

  • Page 48: Next Steps

    Configuring Basic GigaVUE H Series Settings on page Figure 2-1: Getting Started Roadmap Next Steps Once you have performed the initial configuration of the GigaVUE-HC3 node, installing, connecting, and configuring the node, you are ready to get started mapping traffic between network and tool ports.

  • Page 49: Chapter 3 Assembling The Gigavue-Hc3 Node

    Assembling the GigaVUE-HC3 Node This chapter explains how to unpack, rack-mount, and assemble the GigaVUE-HC3 node using the components that came with your shipment. Separate sections are provided for unpacking and rack-mounting the GigaVUE-HC3 nodes. However, the instructions for installing modules are covered in other sections.

  • Page 50: Unpacking The Gigavue-Hc3 Shipment

    Unpacking the GigaVUE-HC3 Shipment The GigaVUE-HC3 node is shipped assembled, except for the modules. The extension board is already installed in the front of the chassis. The control card, fan tray, and two power supply modules (PSMs) are already installed in the rear of the chassis. Filler panels occupy the four front module slots and two remaining rear PSM slots.

  • Page 51: Rack-Mounting The Gigavue-Hc3 Chassis

    This section describes how to rack-mount the GigaVUE-HC3 chassis in a standard 3RU rack space using the rack mount slide hardware included with the chassis. You can install the GigaVUE-HC3 chassis in two-post or four-post racks with a minimum depth of 16in.
  • Page 52 Figure 3-3: Slide Inner Member and Locking Rack Ear Installed on Chassis Locate the 3RU rack space where you installed the left and right slide rails and lift the node into place. It takes two people or a scissor lift to place the GigaVUE-HC3 in the rack.
  • Page 53 Insert the screw through the locking rack ear on the chassis to secure the node in place and keep it from sliding out of the slide rail. Tighten the screw. Refer to Figure 3-4 on page Figure 3-4: Locking Rack Ear Attached to Rack Assembling the GigaVUE-HC3 Node...

  • Page 54: Installing Power Supply Modules In Gigavue-Hc3

    Installing Power Supply Modules in GigaVUE-HC3 The GigaVUE-HC3 chassis is shipped with two power supply modules (PSMs) installed. However, you can order and install additional PSMs. Up to four PSMs can be installed for 2+2 redundancy. The GigaVUE-HC3 also has a power management feature that makes sure that there is enough power available for the modules installed in the chassis.

  • Page 55: Power Management

    PSMs present. All four of the slots on the GigaVUE-HC3 are assigned a power priority. Slot 1 defaults to the highest priority of 1. Slot 2 defaults to a priority of 2. Slot 3 defaults to a priority of 3.

  • Page 56: Defining Power Attributes

    PSMs and one empty slot. Table 3-2: Total Available Power with Three PSMs Slot Power (Watts) Status AC PSM 110V 1100W AC PSM 208V 1500W Empty AC PSM 208V 1500W Total Available Power 4100W GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 57: Calculating Needed Power

    1500W Total Available Power 5200W Calculating Needed Power Every module for the GigaVUE-HC3 has a rated maximum Watts. The maximum Watts of each module is used to calculate the total needed power. Table 3-4 on page 57 lists the maximum power for each module, which you can use to calculate the maximum needed power.

  • Page 58: Calculating Redundant Power

    The GigaVUE-HC3 has a total of four PSMs. A system is declared power redundant if there are a minimum of two PSMs in an up and running state and if the power from one of the PSMs can keep the current system fully up.
  • Page 59 1100W, one in slot 1 and one in slot 3. Therefore, the total redundant power is 2200W. Table 3-6: Total Redundant Power with Four PSMs Slot Power (Watts) Status AC PSM 110V 1100W AC PSM 208V 1500W AS PSM 110V 1100W AC PSM 208V 1500W Total Redundant Power 2200W Assembling the GigaVUE-HC3 Node...

  • Page 60: Displaying Power And Voltage Information

    12v voltage : 12.402V ----------------------------------------------------------- Card 1 (PRT-HC3-C08Q08): 12v voltage : 12.402V ----------------------------------------------------------- Card 2 (BPS-HC3-C25F2G): 12v voltage : 12.342V ----------------------------------------------------------- Card 3 (SMT-HC3-C05): 12v voltage : 12.342V ----------------------------------------------------------- Card 4 (PRT-HC3-X24): 12v voltage : 12.342V =========================================================== GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 61 12.281V ----------------------------------------------------------- Card 4 (BPS-HC3-C25F2G): 12v voltage : 12.281V =========================================================== The output of the following CLI command displays power requirement and priority information on a GigaVUE-HC3 CCv1: (config) show card Box ID: 1 Slot Config Oper Status HW Type Product Code...

  • Page 62: Installing Cable Management Left And Right

    Installing Cable Management Left and Right The GigaVUE-HC3 chassis includes cable management for installation on the sides of the node. The cable management includes left and right sides. Installing cable management is optional. However, because of the high number of ports potentially available on the GigaVUE-HC3 node, Gigamon recommends installing it.

  • Page 63: Installing And Removing Modules

    Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it makes good skin contact. The strap can be connected to one of the following: • ESD wrist strap connector. The GigaVUE-HC3 chassis provides a connector at the front of the chassis for this purpose labeled with a ground symbol. •...

  • Page 64: Module Installation Procedure

    Module Installation Procedure Install at least one module in the GigaVUE-HC3 node. To install GigaVUE-HC3 modules: Make sure you are wearing an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap. Locate the modules and remove them from their packaging. Locate the protective filler panels in the bays. Refer to...
  • Page 65 It is always recommended to install a filler panel when a module is removed. You can install modules in any of the four available front bays on the GigaVUE-HC3. However, order is important because power management of the modules is based on the priority of the module, with the module in bay 1 having the highest priority and the module in bay 4 having the lowest priority.
  • Page 66 Figure 3-12 on page Figure 3-12: Module Insertion Push the ejector levers back in. Tighten the thumb screws on the levers, then use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws. Refer to Figure 3-13 on page GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 67 Refer to Configure Modules and Enable Ports on page 91 for more information. This completes the installation of the modules on the GigaVUE-HC3. Assembling the GigaVUE-HC3 Node...

  • Page 68: Removing Gigavue-Hc3 Modules

    Removing GigaVUE-HC3 Modules Use the following procedure to remove a GigaVUE-HC3 module from the node with the power on. The procedure shuts down the ports on the module. For other removal procedures, refer to Module Removal and Replacement Procedure (Hot Removal) on page...

  • Page 69: Backing Up Running Configuration

    Issue the following CLI command to make the card available for configuration: (config) # card slot <slot ID> Next Steps Refer to Configuring Basic GigaVUE H Series Settings on page 87 for information on getting connected with the GigaVUE-OS to make your initial configuration settings. Assembling the GigaVUE-HC3 Node...
  • Page 70 GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 71: Chapter 4 Basic Gigavue H Series Connections And Configuration

    Basic GigaVUE H Series Connections and Configuration This chapter describes how to establish your first configuration session with the GigaVUE-HC3 and set the basic initial configuration options necessary to get the node up and running. Refer to the following sections for details: •...

  • Page 72: Grounding The Gigavue-Hc3 Chassis

    Figure 4-1 on page 72 Figure 1-3 on page 11) for the location on a GigaVUE-HC3 node. Figure 4-1: Grounding Lug on Rear of GigaVUE-HC3 Insert the grounding wire into the lug The specifications for the ground wire is as...

  • Page 73: Connecting Power To The Gigavue-Hc3

    Connecting Power to the GigaVUE-HC3 The GigaVUE-HC3 supports AC and DC power in a 1+1 or 2+2 redundant configuration. In all cases, only a single power supply module (PSM) is required to operate the node. However, connecting PSMs in a 1+1 or 2+2 configuration provides redundant power.

  • Page 74: Removing A Power Supply Module

    Power down the power supply module by disconnecting the power inputs. Wait about 90 seconds for the node to stabilize. Remove the power supply module. : Do not remove a power supply module while inputs are still connected. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 75: Connecting -48V Dc Power Supply Modules

    Connecting -48V DC Power Supply Modules The GigaVUE-HC3 is available with DC power supply modules. This section provides instructions for connecting a -48V DC power source to the DC PSMs. Figure 4-4 shows a DC power supply module. Figure 4-4: DC Power Supply Module To connect a -48V DC input to the screw terminal DC power supply module: Remove the safety cover from the power terminals.

  • Page 76: Fan Tray Procedures

    • Inserting a Fan Tray on page 80 Checking Fan Status A FAN LED is located on the front of the GigaVUE-HC3 chassis and provides global fan status. Refer to Figure 4-5 on page 76 for the location of the LED.

  • Page 77: Configuring Snmp Notification

    (config) # snmp-server notify event fanchange Removing a Fan Module The GigaVUE-HC3 fan tray contains five fan modules. If a fan module fails, you should replace it, however the GigaVUE-HC3 node will function with one failed fan module. You can remove individual fan modules using the following procedure.

  • Page 78: Inserting A Fan Module

    Place the working fan module into the empty fan module slot and slide it in until it is flush with the chassis rear and will not slide in any further. Refer to Figure 4-9 on page Figure 4-9: Fan Module Insertion GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 79: Removing A Fan Tray

    You can remove the entire fan tray using the following procedure. : If the node is powered, work quickly to remove the fan tray and insert another one. The GigaVUE-HC3 should not be without cooling for more than 60 seconds. To remove the entire fan tray:...

  • Page 80: Inserting A Fan Tray

    Figure 4-12: Fan Tray Insertion Slide the fan tray in until it is flush with the chassis rear and will not slide in any further as shown in Figure 4-13 on page Figure 4-13: Fan Tray Inserted GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 81: Removing The Extension Board

    Figure 4-10 on page Removing the Extension Board The GigaVUE-HC3 extension board is located in the front of the chassis. It is field replaceable, however, the node must be powered down. Hot swapping is not possible. To remove the extension board: Power down the node.
  • Page 82 Locate the two thumb screws on the extension board as shown in Figure 4-15 on page Figure 4-15: Extension Board Screw Location on GigaVUE-HC3 Front Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws on the extension board, then loosen the thumb screws.

  • Page 83: Removing The Control Card

    Removing the Control Card The GigaVUE-HC3 control card is located in the rear of the chassis behind the fan tray. It is field replaceable. Since there is only one control card and it is internal, the node must be powered down. Hot swapping is not possible.
  • Page 84 B Replacing Control Card on page 127. There are separate procedures for standalone nodes, nodes in an out-of-band cluster, and nodes in an inband cluster. To insert the control card, refer to Inserting the Control Card on page GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 85: Inserting The Control Card

    Inserting the Control Card To insert the control card: Push the control card into the chassis. Refer to Figure 4-20 on page Figure 4-20: Control Card Insertion Swing both ejector handles inward as shown in Figure 4-21 on page Figure 4-21: Control Card Ejector Handles Basic GigaVUE H Series Connections and Configuration...
  • Page 86 Seat the control card as shown in Figure 4-22 on page Figure 4-22: Control Card Seated Insert the fan tray and all the fan modules as described in Inserting a Fan Tray on page GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 87: Connecting Serial Console And Mgmt Ports

    Connecting Serial Console and Mgmt Ports To make basic GigaVUE-HC3 connections (serial console and Mgmt ports): Locate the DB9-to-RJ45 serial cable provided with the GigaVUE-HC3. This cable is called a console cable. : This cable is Cisco-compatible. Refer to Appendix D, Console Port Signaling and Cabling for pinout details.
  • Page 88 (for example, !, @, #, $, %, ^, &, or * – ASCII 0x21, 0x2F, 0x3A, 0x40, 0x5B, 0x5F, 0x7B, 0x7E) At the Admin password? prompt in the jump-start script, enter a new password that meets the standards, then confirm the password. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 89: Run The Jump-Start Script

    Initial User Account Configuration on page 106. Run the Jump-Start Script Gigamon provides GigaVUE H Series nodes with a jump-start script that walks you through the process of configuring basic settings. Run this script as follows: Switch to Configure mode.

  • Page 90: Need To Change Any Settings

    You can also use the username admin password <password> command to change the admin user’s password. Refer to Changing the admin Account Password on page 106. Refer to The Basic Commands on page 49 for a quick summary of the available GigaVUE H Series commands. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 91: Configure Modules And Enable Ports

    Configure Modules and Enable Ports Modules must be configured and ports enabled before they can be used on the GigaVUE-HC3. Use the following procedure to bring up all modules and enable ports before starting to issue commands in the CLI: Connect to console port as described in the previous section.

  • Page 92: Command-Line Basics

    Figure 4-24 on page 92 illustrates the show cards output for a GigaVUE-HC3 with properly configured modules. (config) # show cards Box ID: 1 Slot Config Oper Status HW Type Product Code Serial Num HW Rev PowerReq PowerPriority --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HC3-Main-Board...
  • Page 93 Figure 4-25: GigaVUE-OS Command-Line Modes : If you are working simultaneously with multiple GigaVUE nodes, you may want to assign each a separate hostname so its easy to identify separate terminal sessions from the system prompt. Admin users can do this in Configure mode with the hostname <name>...

  • Page 94: Entering Commands In The Cli

    Based on this information, you know that you only need to enter pt to distinguish the ptp command from the other commands beginning with the letter p. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 95: Command-Line Syntax - Entering Commands

    Command-Line Syntax – Entering Commands You enter all configuration commands for the GigaVUE-OS in the command-line interface. Enter commands by typing enough characters to uniquely identify the command and pressing <Enter>. When entering commands, keep in mind the following rules: •...

  • Page 96: Paging Through Cli Output

    (config) # no cli default paging enable When you see the paging prompt at the base of the CLI display, you can press the h key to see a summary of the available options. Figure 4-26: Viewing Paging Options GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 97: The Basic Commands

    Configures authentication, authorization, and accounting settings. apps Enables access to Gigamon Applications, such as Application Session Filtering (ASF), GTP backup, GTP whitelisting, inline SSL decryption, keystore, NetFlow, SIP whitelisting, and out-of-band SSL decryption. GigaSMART applications are not supported on GigaVUE TA Series.
  • Page 98 Deletes or clears certain configuration options. notifications Configures notification settings. Enables and disables the use of NTP, as well as adds NTP servers. ntpdate Sets node clock once from a remote server using NTP. pcap Configures packet capture. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 99 Sends ICMP echo requests to a specified host. ping6 Sends IPMPv6 echo requests to a specified IPv6 host. Upgrades programmable logic devices (PLDs) on GigaVUE-HC3 nodes. policy Configures an active visibility policy. port Configures port type, parameters, and filters.
  • Page 100 Installs new uboot software. username Manages user accounts. vport Configures a virtual port. Configures the Web server used for GigaVUE-FM GUI support on the GigaVUE H Series node. write Saves the running configuration to persistent storage. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 101: Completing The Initial Gigavue H Series Setup

    Completing the Initial GigaVUE H Series Setup At this point, you have logged in to the GigaVUE-OS command-line interface using the admin account, configured the Mgmt port’s network properties for Telnet or SSH access, and have explored the command-line interface structure. There are a few more steps you should perform to complete the initial configuration before you get to the fun stuff –...

  • Page 102: Ssh, Telnet, Or Both

    GigaVUE with an SSH2 client, the client will warn you that the host keys are not in your local cache and show you the actual host key presented by the GigaVUE-HC3. Your client will most likely give you the option of trusting the key, adding it to your local cache.

  • Page 103: Changing Host Keys

    Interface over the Console Port on page 37) and use the show ssh server host-keys command to see the current public host keys and fingerprints for the GigaVUE-HC3. Paste these in a file and keep them nearby when you connect via SSH2 the first time.

  • Page 104: Connecting To The Gigavue H Series Node From Gigavue-Fm

    Browser Add Exception? Install Certificate? Mozilla Firefox Windows Internet Explorer : Gigamon provides the GigaVUE H Series with self-signed certificates for use with GigaVUE-FM; you can also create and install a third-party certificate on these nodes. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...
  • Page 105 Click OK on the Internet Options dialog. Next Steps Refer to the online help for details on configuring and operating the GigaVUE-HC3 from the GigaVUE-FM interface. Keep in mind that each of the initial configuration settings described in the rest of this chapter can also be set in GigaVUE-FM.

  • Page 106: Initial User Account Configuration

    Monitor users have access to the Standard and Enable command modes. They cannot configure packet distribution (or any other global GigaVUE H Series node options), but they can use the show command to review many of the settings in place on the node. GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 107: Configuring The Gigavue H Series Host Name

    The following username commands create a new admin user and a new operator user: Command Comments (config) # username psandoval password Nine9.Eight8! Creates a new account named psandoval with a password, and grants it admin privileges. (config) # username psandoval roles add admin (config) # username bcrawford password Seven7.Six6! Creates a new account named bcrawford with a password.

  • Page 108: Performing One-Time Ntp Server Synchronization

    (config) # clock timezone America North United_States Pacific (config) # clock timezone Asia Eastern Hong_Kong Once you have finished configuring NTP options, use the show ntp command to check the status of clock synchronization (Figure 4-27). GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 109: Configuring Automatic Email Notifications

    The GigaVUE H Series node provides powerful email notification capabilities, automatically sending emails to specified addresses when any of a wide variety of events take place on the node. Gigamon strongly recommends that you configure this feature so you have immediate visibility of events affecting node health.

  • Page 110: Using A Custom Banner

    (config) email autosupport enable You may also want to configure and enable autosupport emails. Autosupport emails are sent directly to Gigamon’s Technical Support department when specified events take place, enabling proactive problem resolution. The GigaVUE H Series node is preconfigured with the correct destination address –...

  • Page 111: Saving Changes

    Saving Changes It is a good idea to use the write memory command to save changes as you make them. Later on, when you start setting up packet distribution with connections and maps, your changes will added to the active configuration right away but will not be saved across a node reboot unless you use the write memory command to save your changes to flash.
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  • Page 113: Chapter 5 Connecting Gigavue-Hc3 Ports

    Connecting GigaVUE-HC3 Ports This chapter describes transceivers and port connections. In general, connecting GigaVUE-HC3 module ports to the network is as simple as installing a transceiver and connecting the correct cable to data sources or destinations. Refer to the following sections for details: •...

  • Page 114: Bidi Optics Considerations

    Duplex or RX-only BiDi optics. • When stacking multiple GigaVUE nodes, 40Gb BiDi optics must not be used on stack links because the 40Gb BiDi technology is not compatible with the Gigamon stack protocol. Transceiver Installation Instructions Gigamon transceivers are keyed and can only be installed in one direction.

  • Page 115: Removing Transceivers

    If you are not installing a new transceiver, install a dust cap in the open slot on the module. Module Transceiver Support Refer to Table 5-1 for transceiver support for GigaVUE-HC3 modules. Table 5-1: Transceiver Support for GigaVUE-HC3 Modules Module Type Transceiver Type Speed Auto Negotiation PRT-HC3-X24...

  • Page 116: Loss Summary Specifications

    B. Figure 5-1 provides cabling details for MPO/MTP 12 position fiber cable for use with 40Gb SR4 QSFP+ 40Gb ESR4 QSFP+, and 100Gb SR4 QSFP28 transceivers on GigaVUE-HC3 modules. Figure 5-1: MPO/MTP 12 Position Fiber Cable GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 117: Mtp/Apc Fiber Cable For Use With Qsfp+ Plr4 Transceivers

    Figure 5-2: MTP/APC Cable Connecting GigaVUE-HC3 Module Ports Connecting network and tool ports on GigaVUE-HC3 modules is generally as simple as connecting a cable between the source/destination device and the GigaVUE-HC3 module port. You just need to make sure that the modules and ports on the GigaVUE-HC3 node are enabled and their parameters are configured correctly.
  • Page 118 The GigaVUE-HC3 node provides three command entry modes, each with increasingly powerful rights – Standard, Enable, and Configure. Module and port configuration commands are only available in Configure mode: Type en <Enter> to switch to Enable mode. The system prompt changes from [hostname] > to [hostname] #.

  • Page 119: Setting Port Parameters Manually

    Setting Port Parameters Manually If autonegotiation is not enabled on the other end of the connection, you must manually configure the port params of the GigaVUE-HC3 module port to match, followed by a write to save the current settings. The port params commands are available in the Configure mode. The syntax is as follows: port <port-list>...

  • Page 120: Forcelinkup And Enabling/Disabling Ports

    Sets the port speed in Mbps if autonegotiation is off. Autonegotiation and External Fiber TAPs When connecting a fiber port on the GigaVUE-HC3 node to an external TAP, autonegotiation is disabled on the node’s fiber port, and cannot change. Forcelinkup and Enabling/Disabling Ports The GigaVUE-HC3 node includes both forcelinkup and admin arguments for the port params command.

  • Page 121: A Gigavue-Hc3 Specifications

    A GigaVUE-HC3 Specifications This appendix provides the physical specifications, power requirements, and environmental specifications for GigaVUE-HC3 nodes. Compliance for safety, emissions, and immunity are also provided. Refer to the following sections for details: • Physical Dimensions and Weight on page 121 •...

  • Page 122: Power Requirements

    (4.7cm) (21.7cm) (41.0cm) (2.74kg) Power Requirements The following table summarizes the electrical characteristics of GigaVUE-HC3 nodes. : Refer to Connecting Power to the GigaVUE-HC3 on page 73 for instructions on how to connect the AC and DC power supply modules.

  • Page 123: Standards And Protocols

    ARP, RFC 854 Telnet, RFC 768 UDP, RFC 792 ICMP, SNMP v1/v2c, RFC 2131 DHCP client, RFC 1492 TACACS+, and support for IPv4 and IPv6. Compliance This section provides compliance information for GigaVUE-HC3. Safety GigaVUE-HC3 is compliant with the following safety regulations: • UL 60950-1, 2nd Edition • CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07, 2nd Edition •...

  • Page 124: Class A Korea Caution

    This equipment is Industrial (Class A) electromagnetic wave suitability equipment and seller or user should take notice of it, and this equipment is to be used in the places except for home. Immunity GigaVUE-HC3 is compliant with the following immunity regulations: • ETSI EN300 386 V1.6.1:2012 •...

  • Page 125: Taiwan Rohs Table

    GigaVUE-HC3 is compliant with the following security certifications: • FIPS 140-2. Refer to “FIPS 140-2 Compliance” in the GigaVUE-OS CLI User's Guide. Warranty Gigamon offers a range of premium support and extended services. For details regarding warranty, visit: https://www.gigamon.com/support-and-services/warranty A GigaVUE-HC3 Specifications...
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  • Page 127: B Replacing Control Card

    B Replacing Control Card This appendix describes how to replace an existing GigaVUE-HC3 control card. There are separate procedures for the following: • Standalone Node on page 127 • Node in Out-of-Band Cluster on page 128 • Node in Inband Cluster on page 130 PREREQUISITE: Software version 5.0 or higher must be running on the...

  • Page 128: Node In Out-Of-Band Cluster

    (config) # show map stats all Node in Out-of-Band Cluster The following procedure is to replace the control card on a GigaVUE-HC3 node in an out-of-band cluster. Use the show chassis command to record the GigaVUE-HC3 chassis box ID and the show cluster config command to record the cluster ID, cluster name, cluster master address vip, cluster master preference, and cluster interface.
  • Page 129 ID, serial number, and new node type. (config) # chassis box-id <box ID> serial-num <serial number> type hc3 On the GigaVUE-HC3 node, issue the following command for the node to rejoin the cluster: (config) # cluster enable...

  • Page 130: Node In Inband Cluster

    Node in Inband Cluster The following procedure is to replace the control card on a GigaVUE-HC3 node in an inband cluster. Use the show chassis command to record the GigaVUE-HC3 chassis box ID and the show cluster config command to record the cluster ID, cluster name, cluster master address vip, cluster master preference, and cluster interface.
  • Page 131 Step 6, under GigaStream configuration. On the GigaVUE-HC3 node, issue the following command for the node to rejoin the cluster: (config) # cluster enable When the GigaVUE-HC3 node is in the cluster, from the cluster master node apply the previously saved configuration: (config) # configuration text fetch <http | https | ftp | tftp | scp | sftp>://<download URL>/<profilename.txt>...
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  • Page 133: C Console Port Signaling And Cabling

    PC’s COM port. The following figure shows how to connect the RJ45-to-RJ45 rollover cable from the GigaVUE-HC3 node’s console port to a COM port on a PC using the RJ45-to-DB-9 adapter. C Console Port Signaling and Cabling...
  • Page 134 The following table lists the pinouts for this connection. Console Port from RJ45-to-RJ45 Rollover Cable RJ45-to-DB-9 Console Device GigaVUE-HC3 RJ45 Jack Terminal Adapter on PC Signal RJ45 Pin RJ45 Pin DB-9 Pin Signal GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

  • Page 135: D Nebs Level 3 Compliance

    RJ45: PTP-1588, Management port, Console port, Stack ports, P/S port (Reserved for future use) • PRT-HC3-X24 • 10G SFP+: X1 - X24 • 25G SFP28: X1 - X24 (Only for GigaVUE-HC3 control card version 2) • PRT-HC3-C08Q08 • 100Gb QSFP28: C1 - C8 40Gb QSFP+: Q1 - Q16 •...

  • Page 136: Intrabuilding Ports (Rj45)

    WARNING: The intrabuilding ports (RJ45) shall be connected to shielded and grounded cables at both ends. Class A2 Voltage Accessibility The GigaVUE-HC3 shall be located in a restricted access location where only crafts personnel are allowed access. Class B Voltage Accessibility The GigaVUE-HC3 shall be located in a restricted access location where only crafts personnel are allowed access.

  • Page 137: Input Ac/Dc Voltage

    All bare grounding connection points to the GigaVUE-HC3 shall be cleaned and coated with an antioxidant solution before connections are made. All surfaces on the GigaVUE-HC3 that are unplated shall be brought to a bright finish and treated with an antioxidant solution before connections are made.
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  • Page 139: E Additional Sources Of Information

    • The Gigamon Community on page 141 Documentation Table E-1 lists the documents that are provided for the various Gigamon products. You can download the PDF versions of these documents from the Gigamon Customer Portal. Table E-1: Documentation Suite for Gigamon Products...
  • Page 140 GigaVUE-OS Cabling Quick Reference Provides guidelines to the different types of cables to be used to Guide connect the Gigamon devices as well as connect Gigamon devices to third-party devices. GigaVUE-OS Compatibility and Provides information about the compatibility and interoperability Interoperability Matrix requirements for the Gigamon devices.

  • Page 141: Documentation Feedback

    • Download the latest product updates and documentation (Customers only) The Gigamon Community is a great way to get answers fast, learn from experts and collaborate directly with other members around your areas of interest. E Additional Sources of Information...
  • Page 142 Register today at community.gigamon.com Questions? Contact our Community team at community.gigamon.com GigaVUE-HC3 Hardware Installation Guide...

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