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ALAXALA AX3660S Quick Start Guide AX36S-Q002-70 Please carefully read the Quick Start Guide and store it. • Before you use the equipment, carefully read the Manual and make sure that you understand all safety precautions. • After reading the Manual, store it in a convenient place for easy reference.
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■ Relevant products This Manual applies to the models in the AX3660S series. ■ Export Restrictions Before exporting the product, confirm all relevant restrictions, such as the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Law of Japan, and the export control laws and regulations of the United States, and carry out all required procedures.
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Products to which the harmonic current emissions standard JIS C 61000-3-2 applies Applicable products: AX3660S-24T4X AX3660S-24T4XW AX3660S-48T4XW AX3660S-16S4XW AX3660S-24S8XW AX3660S-48XT4QW AX3660S-24X4QW AX3660S-48X4QW ■ Issue March 2022 (8th edition) AX36S-Q002-70 ■ Copyright Copyright (C) 2017, 2022, ALAXALA Networks Corporation. All rights reserved.
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Thank you for choosing an AX3660S series switch (ALAXALA compact gigabit Layer 3 switch). This guide describes the procedures from unpacking to the basic configuration of AX3660S series switches. In addition, the Guide also explains how to use the Manuals for the AX3660S series switches to ensure stable operation of the Unit.
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Safety Information Warnings concerning safety are indicated in the headlines. Specifically, this means symbols used for safety precautions, together with the words “Warning,” “Caution,” or “Notice.” These are special characters used for Warnings regarding safety. They are chosen to warn of latent dangers that can cause harm to people. Pay attention to any messages following these symbols in order to avoid potential injury or death.
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Safety Information (continued) WARNING ■ If anything seems wrong, immediately turn off the power. If smoke or an unusual smell is coming from the Unit, or if liquid is spilled into the Unit or a foreign object falls into the Unit, immediately turn off power to the Unit as described below. Continuing operation could result in a fire or electric shock.
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Safety Information (continued) WARNING ■ Remove the cover from the Unit. Do not remove the cover from the Unit as this can cause electric shock. The following labels are attached to the device. WARNING Caution: Risk of Electric Shock There is a danger of electric shock or burns.
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Safety Information (continued) WARNING ■ Do not place anything on the Unit. Do not place any metallic object such as a small pin or a paper clip, or any container with a liquid such as a vase or a flower pot, on the Unit. Liquid or metallic objects falling into the Unit could result in a fire or electric shock.
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Safety Information (continued) WARNING ■ Make sure the power supply circuit breaker is set to OFF before connecting or disconnecting a −48 V DC power cable. Make sure the power supply circuit breaker is set to OFF before connecting or disconnecting a −48 V DC power cable.
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Safety Information (continued) Safety Information (continued) Safety Information (continued) WARNING ■ Be cautious with regard to poor connection of power plugs or tracking. Take the following steps to avoid overheating due to tracking or poor connection, which can cause fire. ●...
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Safety Information (continued) WARNING ■ Do not use an air duster near a flame. When cleaning the optical connectors, do not use an air duster that contains flammable gas near a flame. Doing so could result in a fire. ■ Storing plastic bags for packing purposes Keep plastic bags used for storing the Unit out of reach of small children.
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Safety Information (continued) WARNING ■ Do not install the Unit in a dusty or humid location. Do not install the Unit in a dusty or humid location. Doing so could result in fire or electric shock. ■ Do not block the ventilation slots. Do not cover the ventilation slots of the Unit.
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Safety Information (continued) CAUTION ■ When moving the Unit, do not hold the handle of the power supply unit, fan unit, or power supply module. When moving an EPU, do not hold the handle of the power supply module. The handle might come off, resulting in the Unit falling and possibly causing injury.
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Safety Information (continued) CAUTION ■ Do not touch the SFP-T,SFPP-ZR, or QSFP28 units when they are in motion, or immediately after they have been powered down. The ambient temperature during operation of SFP-T, SFPP-ZR, or QSFP28 models could should be no higher than 65C Do not touch the Unit while it is operating or immediately after it stops.
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Safety Information (continued) CAUTION ■ Avoid Laser Lights The Unit is a Class 1M laser product. The SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, and QSFP28 models have laser device internal components that emit laser light. Do not disassemble or alter these products. Also, avoid looking at the internal components or through the optical equipment.
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A label attached to the transceiver or direct attach cable connector indicates that the transceiver or direct attach cable connector is a standard product from ALAXALA or another manufacturer. However, such labels are attached where they do not interfere with heat dissipation from the transceiver or from the direct attach cable connector or interfere with the mechanism that prevents the transceiver or the direct attach cable connector from coming loose from the cage.
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Safety Information (continued) NOTICE ■ Install a blank panel when disconnecting the electric power source Install a blank panel where there is no embedded power source slot. Using the unit without a blank panel may block air flow inside the Unit. Blocked air flow can cause the internal temperature of the Unit to rise.
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Safety Information (continued) NOTICE ■ Do not bring the Unit close to strong magnetism. Do not place the Unit near items emitting strong magnetism such as magnets, speakers, etc. This may cause malfunction. ■ Do not use a TV or a radio near the Unit. Placing the Unit near a TV or a radio could affect both devices.
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Safety Information (continued) NOTICE ■ Maintenance Clean any dirty areas on the exterior of the Unit with a clean, dry cloth, or a cloth damp with (but not soaked with) water or a neutral detergent. Do not use volatile organic solutions (such as benzene or paint thinner), chemicals, chemically treated cloths, or pesticides because these substances might deform, discolor, or damage the Unit.
CONTENTS Preface Safety Information Safety-1 Getting Ready 1.1 Viewing AX3660S Series Manual 1.2 Check Items Included in Box Get Required Items Ready Equipment Setup 2.1 Equipment Setup 2.2 Other Procedures Operations Required at Initial Installation 3.1 Overview of Command Input Mode 3.2 Overview of Required Operations at Initial Installation...
Getting Ready This Chapter indicates the steps required to use the unit. It also explains the manual style, the importance of this Guide, and how to refer to the Manuals for the AX3660S Series. 1.1 Viewing AX3660S Series Manual 1.2 Check Items Included in Box...
1.1. Viewing the AX3660S Series Manual The following figure provides an overview of how to view the AX3660S Series Manual. This Guide indicates how to perform the basic settings after unpacking the box. Note that it explains only the most necessary basic information. Refer to the Manuals noted below on how to use the numerous features of the AX3660S Series products.
AX3660S Hardware Overview covering the main unit. AC200V Power Cable If you are using the main unit with AC200V, obtain an AC200V power cable that meets our company’s specifications. For details on the AC200V power cable, refer to the AX3660S Hardware Overview.
Equipment Setup This Chapter covers the process from connecting equipment such as power cables and interface cables to the unit through powering on the device. 2.1 Equipment Setup 2.2 Other Procedures...
2.1. Equipment Setup The following is an overview of equipment setup. Step 1 Attaching the Wrist Strap Attach the wrist strap to prevent static electricity and protect the equipment from static electricity. Step 2 Attaching the Operational Terminal Connect with the operational terminal to the console port. To connect the operation terminal, use the RS-232C closed cable.
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Unit is powered at AC200V All AC power ports on the unit are connected with AC200V power cables. To power the unit with AC200V, use only grounded cords. Failure to WARNING ground could cause electric shock, or could cause issues such as problems due to electrical noise.
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The following illustrates the process though powering on of the device. Power on Launch complete Self-diagnosis/software loading Device on Green light on Green light flashing ST1 LED 1. After powering the unit on, the ST1LED flashes green for self-diagnosis and to launch software loading.
Regarding installing and uninstalling of optional equipment such as fan units, power ports, memory cards, transceivers, etc., refer to the AX3660S Hardware Overview. Details on the unit and options Regarding the names and details on the unit and the various options, refer to the AX3660S Hardware Overview.
Operations Required at Initial Installation This Chapter covers password setup for Administrator Mode required at initial installation, adding and deleting user accounts, and setting the time. 3.1 Overview of Command Input Mode 3.2 Overview of Required Operations at Initial Installation 3.3 Login 3.4 Set Up Passwords for Administrator Mode 3.5 Adding and Deleting User Accounts/Deleting “Operator”...
3.1. Overview of Command Input Mode Unit command line interface (CLI) Command Input Modes consist of General User Mode, Administrator Mode, and Configuration Mode. In order to configure or change a configuration for the Unit or refer to Unit status, you must switch to the appropriate command input mode and input configuration or operational commands.
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● Configuration Mode In Administrator Mode, enter the Configure command to get into Configuration Mode. By using configuration commands in Configuration Mode, you can configure the Unit as well as make changes to your configuration. Refer to the Software Manual Operations Command reference for information on NOTE which operational commands are implemented by command input mode.
3.2. Overview of Required Operations at Initial Installation The following is an overview of required operations at initial installation providing details on individual operations. (1) Login Log in to the Unit. Use the User Name (“Operator”) set up at initial installation. Because there is no password associated with “Operator,”...
…Press the Enter key. (Ver 12.1.K onward) Password: …A banner appears. (Ver 12.1.K onward) No password is set up. Please set password! Copyright (c) 20XX ALAXALA Networks Corporation. All rights reserved. > Note that the content shown below may differ slightly depending on the software NOTE version.
3.4. Set Up Passwords for Administrator Mode Set up your password for Administrator Mode. …Switch to Administrator Mode. > enable …Enable setting of Administrator Mode password. # password enable-mode Changing local password for admin. …Set up Administrator Mode password. New password: ******** (Characters entered are not shown).
…Login with a new User Name. login: newuser …Enter the Login password (password set up in Step 1). Password: ******** Copyright (c) 20XX ALAXALA Networks Corporation. All rights reserved.. …Switch to Administrator Mode. > enable …Input the Administrator Mode password.
3.6. Setting the Time Choose the time zone. The following example shows how to set the date/time of March 22, 2016 (15:30), Japan time. …Switch to Configuration Mode. # configure …Select JST for the time zone, with a +9 offset for UTC. (config)# clock timezone JST +9 …Save the time zone settings.
Follow-up Operations This Chapter covers the Manuals used for reference in unit setup, checking operational status, and troubleshooting. 4.1 Operational Management and Configuration Setup 4.2 Troubleshooting...
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