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  • Page 1 Lenovo RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 (LAMC) document on the Documentation CD and the Systems Environmental Notices and Users Guide document on the Environmental Notices CD. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo US Government Users Restricted Rights—Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with Lenovo. January 2015 Edition...

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza. Πред да инсталира овој продукт, прочитајте информацијата за безбедност. Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet. Przed zainstalowaniem tego produktu, należy zapoznać się z książką “Informacje dotyczace bezpieczeństwa” (Safety Information). © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Safety Information...
  • Page 4 Antes de instalar este producto, lea la información de seguridad. Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. Bu ürünü kurmadan önce güvenlik bilgilerini okuyun. Youq mwngz yungh canjbinj neix gaxgonq, itdingh aeu doeg aen canjbinj soengq cungj vahgangj ancien suisik. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 5: Safety Statements

    Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 Laser Klass 1 Luokan 1 Laserlaite Appareil À Laser de Classe 1 © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Safety Information...
  • Page 6 Overloading a branch circuit is potentially a fire hazard and a shock hazard under certain conditions. To avoid these hazards, ensure that your system electrical requirements do not exceed branch circuit protection requirements. Refer to the information that is provided with your device for electrical specifications. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 7 Statement 25 CAUTION: This product contains a Class 1M laser. Do not view directly with optical instruments. Statement 26 CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Safety Information...
  • Page 8 4. Attach signal cables to other 2. Remove the signal cables from the devices. connectors. 5. Connect power cords to their 3. Remove all cables from the sources. devices. 6. Turn ON all the power sources. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 9: Other Important Safety Notices

    Multiple devices extended into the service position can cause your rack cabinet to tip. • If you are not using the Lenovo 9308 rack cabinet, securely anchor the rack cabinet to ensure its stability. Other Important Safety Notices Important This product is also designed for IT power distribution systems with phase-to-phase voltage of 230V.
  • Page 10 RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Other Important Safety Notices ....9 Chapter 1. The RackSwitch G8296 ....15 Introduction .
  • Page 12 Removing the G8296 from a Lenovo System x or Power Rack..63 Removing the G8296 from a Lenovo NeXtScale Rack ..65 Removing the Air-Duct Option ....67 Replacing the G8296 .
  • Page 13 Power Specifications ..... . . 88 Switching Performance ..... . 88 © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Contents...
  • Page 14 RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1. The Rackswitch G8296

    The console output described or referenced in this document might differ slightly from that displayed by your system. Output varies according to the type of Lenovo chassis and the firmware versions and options that are installed. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo...

  • Page 16: Notices And Statements In This Document

    If you are using a Linux operating system, insert the CD into the CD or DVD drive and run the following command from the mnt/cd directory: sh.linux.sh When the CD is mounted, open the directories and documents that support your product. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 17: Related Documentation

    Related Documentation Additional or updated product documents may be available from the Lenovo website. Such documents may cover features not described in the original documentation that comes with the switch, or may include technical updates or corrections. You can obtain up-to-date information on the Lenovo support website: http://support.lenovo.com/...
  • Page 18 RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Switch Components

    QSPF+ Ports 94 96 93 95 90 92 89 91 SFP+ Ports Management Panel QSPF+ Ports Figure 2. RackSwitch G8296 management panel detail Reset Button Mini-USB Serial Console Port RJ-45 Management Port USB Port Status LEDs Figure 3. RackSwitch G8296 rear panel...

  • Page 20: Management Panel

    Table 2. Console cable RJ-45 port connector pin assignments Pin Number Function RTS (Request To Send) DTR (Data Terminal Ready) TxD (Transmit Data) GND (Ground) GND (Ground) RxD (Receive Data) DSR (Data Set Ready) CTS (Clear To Send) RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 21: Rj-45 Management Port

    Normal reset—Press and release Reset. The switch resets and reloads the configuration files. • Factory reset—Press and hold Reset for more than five seconds. The switch resets and reverts all configuration settings to the factory defaults. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 2: Switch Components...

  • Page 22: System Status Leds

    USB drive, or from the USB drive to the switch. You can also start the switch using files on the USB drive. For more information about using the USB drive, see the RackSwitch G8296 Release Notes.

  • Page 23: Switching Ports

    Appareil À Laser de Classe 1 Eighty-six 10 GbE SFP+ ports are available on the front panel. These ports accept supported optical or copper SFP or SFP+ transceivers, or DACs. Transceivers must be purchased separately. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 2: Switch Components...

  • Page 24: Qsfp+ Ports

    QSFP+ ports accept supported optical QSFP+ transceivers or direct attach cables (DACs). The supported transceivers interoperate with any 40GBASE-SR4 compliant device, and support distances up to 100 meters on OM3 fiber. Transceivers must be purchased separately. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 25: Rear Panel

    QSFP+ optical transceiver with MTP-to-4 LC (SFP+) fiber breakout cable. This option supports only Lenovo 10GBASE-SR SFP+ transceivers. The 40GBASE-SR4 specification (802.3ba-2010) indicates a higher optical power level than standard 10GBASE-SR. Lenovo SFP+ SR transceivers can handle the higher optical power levels. This cable must be purchased separately. •...

  • Page 26: Power Supply

    The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 27 When used in a redundant configuration, the dual power supplies have a load-sharing capability that enables each power supply to operate at approximately 50 percent of full load. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 2: Switch Components...
  • Page 28 Amber Power supply failure. Power supply is operational. Green DC output power is present. DC output power is OK. Green AC power is OK. No power. Output is disabled, or input power is outside operating range. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 29: Chapter 3. Installing G8296 Hardware And Options

    – “Installing the G8296 in a Standard Equipment Rack” on page 35 – “Installing the G8296 in a Lenovo System x or Power Rack” on page 37 – “Installing the G8296 in a Lenovo NeXtScale Rack” on page 41 •...

  • Page 30: Before Installing The G8296

    Print this page and record product information below. Keep the information in a safe place for future reference. You will need this information when you register the switch or open a service call with Lenovo. Table 9. Important product information...

  • Page 31: Required Tools

    Electrostatic discharge wrist strap Package Contents The basic G8296 package contains the following items: • One RackSwitch G8296 unit with front-to-rear or rear-to-front airflow • One two-post mounting kit for standard 19” equipment racks: – Two mounting brackets – Screws to attach brackets to the switch unit –...

  • Page 32: Preventing Electric Shock

    Power cords for this product for a specific country or region are usually available only in that country or region. Power cord installation should also conform to the recommendations listed in “Cabling Guidelines” on page RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 33 2. Remove the signal cables from the devices. connectors. 5. Connect power cords to their 3. Remove all cables from the sources. devices. 6. Turn ON all the power sources. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 3: Installing G8296 Hardware and Options...

  • Page 34: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Make sure that the radius of any bend does not exceed the vendor recommended minimum bend radius. • Do not stress cables and connectors by applying additional twists, tension beyond load ratings, stapling, or applying nylon tie-wraps with a tie-wrap puller. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 35: Installing The G8296 In A Rack

    4-Post Rail Kit. This kit must be purchased separately. Installation instructions begin on page • For a Lenovo NeXtScale 4-post rack, use the Lenovo Adjustable 19” 4-Post Rail Kit, installed in a recessed configuration. This kit must be purchased separately. Installation instructions begin on page...
  • Page 36 4. Secure the switch unit to the rack posts with M6 screws (Item 3) and either clip nuts (Item 4) or cage nuts (Item 5). Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). 5. If installing the air-duct option, see the instruction on page RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 37: Installing The G8296 In A Lenovo System X Or Power Rack

    68). Installing the G8296 in a Lenovo System x or Power Rack ® This section describes how to install the G8296 in a Lenovo System x or Power 4-post rack, using the Lenovo Adjustable 19” 4-Post Rail Kit. The kit must be purchased separately. It includes the following parts: Table 11.
  • Page 38 4. Secure the switch to the front rack posts with M6 screws (Item 3) and either clip nuts (Item 4) or cage nuts (Item 5). Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 39 7. If installing the 2U air-duct option, skip the two remaining steps in this section and see instead the instructions on “Installing the Air-Duct Option” on page © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 3: Installing G8296 Hardware and Options...
  • Page 40 “Cabling Guidelines” on page 11. Initialize the switch. See Chapter 5, “Initializing the G8296,” on page 12. If the switch is a replacement unit, set Vital Product Data (see “Configuring Vital Product Data” on page 68). RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 41: Installing The G8296 In A Lenovo Nextscale Rack

    Installing the G8296 in a Lenovo NeXtScale Rack This section describes how to install the G8296 in a Lenovo NeXtScale 4-post rack, using the Lenovo Adjustable 19” 4-Post Rail Kit. The kit must be purchased separately. It includes the following parts: Table 12.
  • Page 42 4. Secure the front mounting brackets to the front rack posts with M6 screws (Item 3) and either clip nuts (Item 4) or cage nuts (Item 5). Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 43 9. Initialize the switch. See Chapter 5, “Initializing the G8296,” on page 10. If the switch is a replacement unit, set Vital Product Data (see “Configuring Vital Product Data” on page 68). © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 3: Installing G8296 Hardware and Options...

  • Page 44: Installing The Air-Duct Option

    Installing the Air-Duct Option The G8296 supports an optional 2U air duct to maximize air flow conditions in a Lenovo System x or Power 4-post rack. For information on removing an installed 2U air-duct option, see “Removing the Air-Duct Option” on page The following table lists the parts included with the air-duct option kit.
  • Page 45 1. Install the switch in a 4-post rack as described in “Installing the G8296 in a Lenovo System x or Power Rack” on page Note: If installing the 2U air-duct option to a previously mounted switch, first remove and retain the rear-bracket mounting screws and joining screws on both sides.
  • Page 46 ± 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). 4. Attach a foam baffle (Item 5) to the mounting brackets at each side of the switch with M3.5 screws (Item 6). Torque the screws to approximately 0.5 Nm (4 inch-pounds). RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 47 5. Use the cable ties (Item 1) to secure the switch AC power cords to the air-duct mounting brackets. 6. Insert the air-duct sleeve into the rear of the rack, matching the air-duct guides to the rails in the air-duct mounting brackets on both sides. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 3: Installing G8296 Hardware and Options...
  • Page 48 7. Secure the air-duct sleeve to the rack with the four M4 thumbscrews. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 49: Installing Port Transceivers

    Approved 1 GbE SFP optical transceivers are supported in G8296 SFP+ port slots and in some breakout adapters that can be installed in QSFP+ port slots. The SFP optical transceiver provides two fiber-optic cable connectors for connecting to external ports. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 3: Installing G8296 Hardware and Options...
  • Page 50 4. Connect the fiber-optic cable following the “Cabling Guidelines” on page To remove an SFP optical transceiver, disconnect the fiber-optic cable, and pull down the locking lever to release the transceiver. After you remove the transceiver, replace the safety cap. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 51: Installing An Sfp+ Optical Transceiver

    The transceiver has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from inserting the transceiver in an incorrect orientation. 3. Pull up the locking lever to lock the transceiver into place. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 3: Installing G8296 Hardware and Options...

  • Page 52: Installing A Qsfp+ Optical Transceiver

    Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. Class 1 Laser Product Laser Klasse 1 Laser Klass 1 Luokan 1 Laserlaite Appareil À Laser de Classe 1 RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 53 To remove a QSFP+ optical transceiver, disconnect the fiber-optic cable, and pull down the locking lever to release the transceiver. After you remove the transceiver, replace the safety cap. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 3: Installing G8296 Hardware and Options...
  • Page 54 RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 55: Chapter 4. Removing And Replacing G8296 Components

    – “Removing the G8296 from a Standard Equipment Rack” on page 62 – “Removing the G8296 from a Lenovo System x or Power Rack” on page 63 – “Removing the G8296 from a Lenovo NeXtScale Rack” on page 65 •...

  • Page 56: Removing And Replacing A Power Supply Module

    The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 57 Assistance” on page 77 to help you gather all the required information that is necessary to return a component. After you remove the component, securely pack the component for shipping. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 4: Removing and Replacing G8296 Components...

  • Page 58: Replacing The Power Supply Module

    4. Attach signal cables to other 2. Remove the signal cables from the devices. connectors. 5. Connect power cords to their 3. Remove all cables from the sources. devices. 6. Turn ON all the power sources. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 59: Removing And Replacing A Fan Module

    If a second fan fails, the switch will send another error message, write a log message to flash memory, and shut down to prevent overheating. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 4: Removing and Replacing G8296 Components...

  • Page 60: Removing The Fan Module

    1. Select an empty fan module bay on the rear of the switch. If the target bay is covered by a blank fan filler plate, remove the blank. 2. Remove the new fan module from the antistatic shielded bag. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 61 (see the illustration). Each fan module has a mechanical guide key to prevent you from inserting the module incorrectly. 4. Make sure that the fan module’s LED is lit. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 4: Removing and Replacing G8296 Components...

  • Page 62: Removing The G8296 From A Standard Equipment Rack

    4. Slide the switch unit out of the rack. 5. Loosen and remove the M4 screws attaching the mounting bracket on each side of the switch. 6. If replacing the unit with another G8296, see “Replacing the G8296” on page RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 63: Removing The G8296 From A Lenovo System X Or Power Rack

    Removing the G8296 from a Lenovo System x or Power Rack This section describes how to remove the G8296 from a Lenovo System x or Power 4-post rack. To remove the G8296 from a System x or Power rack, complete the following steps: 1.
  • Page 64 6. Slide the G8296 unit out of the rack. 7. Loosen and remove the M4 screws that attach the front mounting brackets to each side of the switch. 8. If replacing the unit with another G8296, see “Replacing the G8296” on page RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 65: Removing The G8296 From A Lenovo Nextscale Rack

    Removing the G8296 from a Lenovo NeXtScale Rack This section describes how to remove the G8296 from a Lenovo NeXtScale 4-post rack. To remove the G8296 from a NeXtScale rack, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect all external cables. 2. If the air-duct option has been installed, remove it as described in “Removing...
  • Page 66 6. Slide the G8296 unit out of the rack. 7. Loosen and remove the M4 screws that attach the front mounting brackets to each side of the switch. 8. If replacing the unit with another G8296, see “Replacing the G8296” on page RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 67: Removing The Air-Duct Option

    Removing the Air-Duct Option The G8296 supports an optional 1U air duct to maximize air flow conditions in a Lenovo Power Systems Group rack. To remove an installed 1U air-duct option from a 19” rack, complete the following steps. 1. Loosen the M4 thumbscrews securing the air-duct unit to the mounting brackets.

  • Page 68: Replacing The G8296

    71. At the Password prompt, the default password is admin. 2. Use the following CLI commands to enter the Executive configuration mode: RS_G8296> enable Enable privilege granted RS_G8296# configure terminal Enter configuration commands, one per line. End with Ctrl/Z. RS_G8296 (config)# RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...
  • Page 69 System Information at 0:11:46 Wed Jan 6, 2015 Time zone: America/US/Pacific Daylight Savings Time Status: Disabled Lenovo RackSwitch G8296 Switch has been up for 0 days, 0 hours, 10 minutes and 45 seconds. Last boot: 0:11:36 Wed Jan 6, 2015 (reset from console) MAC address: fc:cf:62:9d:2b:00 IP (If 1) address: 192.168.49.50...
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  • Page 71: Chapter 5. Initializing The G8296

    The console port terminal-emulation requirements are as follows: • Default baud rate = 9,600 bps • Character size = 8 characters • Parity = none • Stop bits = 1 • Data bits = 8 • Flow control = none © Copyright 2015 Lenovo...

  • Page 72: Using The Management Port

    However, if desired, you can revert the custom configuration settings to the original factory defaults. The original factory default configuration files are a permanent part of the firmware; you cannot deleted them or change their original definitions. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 73: Configuring An Ip Interface For Remote Access

    In addition, you can configure the switch for management using an SNMP-based network management system or a web-browser. For more information about using the CLI, see the Command Reference guide for your specific switch and firmware version. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Chapter 5: Initializing the G8296...

  • Page 74: Updating Firmware

    Updating Firmware If firmware updates are available, you can download them from the Lenovo website. The switch might have features that are not described in the documentation that comes with the switch, and the documentation might be updated occasionally to include information about those features, or technical updates might be available to provide additional information that is not included in the switch documentation.

  • Page 75: Chapter 6. Troubleshooting

    If you have problems accessing the switch or working with the firmware, see the Command Reference for the switch. For information about calling Lenovo for service, see Appendix A, “Getting Help and Technical Assistance”...
  • Page 76 RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 77: Appendix A. Getting Help And Technical Assistance

    If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about Lenovo products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about Lenovo and Lenovo products, what to do if you experience a problem with your system, and whom to call for service, if it is necessary.

  • Page 78: Using The Documentation

    Using the Documentation Information about your Lenovo system and pre-installed software, if any, or optional device is available in the documentation that comes with the product. That documentation can include printed documents, online documents, readme files, and help files. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 79: Appendix B. Notices

    Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 80: Trademarks

    Trademarks Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, Flex System, System x, NeXtScale System, and X-Architecture are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Adobe and PostScript are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

  • Page 81: Important Notes

    (TBW). A device that has exceeded this limit might fail to respond to system-generated commands or might be incapable of being written to. Lenovo is not responsible for replacement of a device that has exceeded its maximum guaranteed number of program/erase cycles, as documented in the Official Published Specifications for the device.

  • Page 82: Particulate Contamination

    If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the device, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of devices or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.

  • Page 83: Telecommunication Regulatory Statement

    Further certification may be required by law prior to making any such connection. Contact a Lenovo representative or reseller for any questions. Electronic Emission Notices When you attach a monitor to the equipment, you must use the designated monitor cable and any interference suppression devices that are supplied with the monitor.

  • Page 84: Germany Class A Statement

    EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse A ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung...

  • Page 85: Vcci Class A Statement

    Korea Communications Commission (KCC) Statement This is electromagnetic wave compatibility equipment for business (Type A). Sellers and users need to pay attention to it. This is for any areas other than home. © Copyright 2015 Lenovo Appendix B: Notices...

  • Page 86: Russia Electromagnetic Interference (Emi) Class A Statement

    Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A Statement People’s Republic of China Class A Electronic Emission Statement Taiwan Class A Compliance Statement RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

  • Page 87: Appendix C. Technical Specifications

    10 to 90% operating Relative humidity (non-condensing), 10 to 90% storage Altitude, operating 1,800 m (6,000 ft) Altitude, storage 12,190 m (40,000 ft) Acoustic noise Less than 65dB Heat dissipation 717 BTU/h (typical) 1,433 BTU/h (maximum) © Copyright 2015 Lenovo...

  • Page 88: Power Specifications

    Note: The specific features supported on your switch, as well as some capacity and performance characteristics, depend on the specific firmware installed. For more information, see the Application Guide and Command Reference for your specific switch and its installed firmware. RackSwitch G8296 Installation Guide...

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