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IBM Converged Switch B32
Installation, Service, and User Guide
Service information: 3758-B32, 375832E, 3758-L32
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GC52-1358-01

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  • Page 1 IBM Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide Service information: 3758-B32, 375832E, 3758-L32 Read Before Using This product contains software that is licensed under written license agreements. Your use of such software is subject to the license agreements under which they are provided.
  • Page 3 IBM Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide Service information: 3758-B32, 375832E, 3758-L32 GC52-1358-01...
  • Page 4 © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2009, 2010. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

  • Page 5: Read This First

    Read this first Summary of changes This is the second edition of the IBM Converged Switch 32B Installation, Service, and User Guide. The content changes since the last edition of this publication are noted by a vertical line placed in the left margin beside each change. Minor edits are not identified by this mark.

  • Page 6: Taiwan Contact Information

    GUI. Vendor software This product includes certain vendor software that is not covered under the IBM license agreement. IBM makes no representation about the accessibility features of these products. Contact the vendor for the accessibility information about its products.

  • Page 7: How To Send Your Comments

    Your feedback is important in helping us provide the most accurate and high-quality information. If you have comments or suggestions for improving this document, send us your comments by e-mail to starpubs@us.ibm.com. Be sure to include the following: v Exact publication title...
  • Page 8 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    . iii Time required . 15 Taiwan Contact Information . . iv Items required . . 16 Accessibility features for the Converged Switch B32 Installation instructions . . 17 Accessibility features . . iv Configuring the switch . 21 Keyboard navigation .
  • Page 10 Notices ....57 Trademarks . . 59 Index ....63 Electronic emission notices . . 60 viii Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 11: Figures

    . 17 Installing an SFP or SFP+ in a port in the Attaching the front bracket to the switch upper row . . 47 chassis . . 18 Battery location on circuit board . 50 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009, 2010...
  • Page 12 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 13: Tables

    Tables Sample caution notices. . xv Management options for the switch . 38 Brocade and IBM product and model number Switch dimensions . . 51 matrix . . xxii Power supply specifications . . 52 Parts supplied with the rack-mount kit Environmental requirements .
  • Page 14 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 15: Safety And Environmental Notices

    IBM Systems Safety Notices (G229–9054) publication, which is on the CD-ROM that accompanies this product. The following notices and statements are used in IBM documents. They are listed below in order of increasing severity of potential hazards. Follow the links for more detailed descriptions and examples of the danger, caution, and attention notices in the sections that follow.
  • Page 16 (D004) A general electrical danger notice provides instructions on how to avoid shock hazards when servicing equipment. Unless instructed otherwise, follow the procedures in the following danger notice. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 17: Caution Notices

    Electrical voltage and current from power, telephone, and communication cables are hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Connect power to this unit only with the IBM provided power cord. Do not use the IBM provided power cord for any other product.

  • Page 18: Safety Labels

    As an added precaution, safety labels are often installed directly on products or product components to warn of potential hazards. These can be either danger or caution notices, depending upon the level of the hazard. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 19: Attention Notices

    The actual product safety labels may differ from these sample safety labels: DANGER Hazardous voltage, current, or energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. Do not open any cover or barrier that contains this label. (L001) DANGER Rack-mounted devices are not to be used as a shelf or work space.

  • Page 20: Rack Safety

    Attempting to move the drawer partially or completely out of the rack might cause the rack to become unstable or cause the drawer to fall out of the rack. (R001 part 2 of 2) xviii Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 21: Rack Relocation (19" Rack)

    Rack relocation (19″ rack) CAUTION: Removing components from the upper positions in the rack cabinet improves rack stability during relocation. Follow these general guidelines whenever you relocate a populated rack cabinet within a room or building: v Reduce the weight of the rack cabinet by removing equipment starting at the top of the rack cabinet.

  • Page 22: Product Recycling And Disposal

    Product recycling and disposal Refer to the IBM Systems Environmental Notices and User Guide (Z125-5823) on the environmental notices CD for translated environmental statements and information regarding product recycling and disposal. For instructions on removing the battery from this product, see “Removing the battery”...

  • Page 23: About This Document

    (SAN) technologies. It describes how to install, service, and use the IBM Converged Switch B32 (machine type 3758, model B32, and model L32). Throughout this document, the product is referred to as the B32, or simply the switch. The base unit of model 3758-L32 is licensed only for Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE), while the 3758-B32 model is licensed for both CEE and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE).

  • Page 24: Ibm And Brocade Product Matrix

    When you use any of the Brocade documents, you will notice that the model numbers reflect the original Brocade products. Table 2 provides a product matrix for you to use to correlate the Brocade products and models to the IBM product names and machine types and model numbers. Products withdrawn from marketing are not listed.

  • Page 25: Chapter 1. Product Overview

    3758-B32, which is licensed for Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), Fibre Channel (FC), Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE), and traditional Ethernet protocols; and the 3758-L32, which is a CEE-only switch in the base unit configuration. The IBM Converged Switch B32 features a top-of-rack, 1U, 32-port multiprotocol design that supports Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE), Fibre Channel, Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE), and traditional Ethernet protocols.

  • Page 26: Fcoe And Layer 2 Capabilities

    FCoE and Layer 2 capabilities The switch has the following capabilities for the Ethernet functions: Note: FCoE is available on the 3758-B32 and the 3758-L32 with FC7408, FC and Converged Activation. v 24 ports 10 GbE CEE v Provides a low latency, lossless, deterministic interconnect required for FCoE...

  • Page 27: Hardware Components

    System status LED (top) GbE ports 8-15 System power LED (bottom) Serial console port GbE ports 16-23 Management Ethernet port Fibre Channel ports 0-7 (active on the 3758-B32, and the 3758-L32 upgraded with FC and Converged Activation) USB port Chapter 1. Product overview...

  • Page 28: Nonport Side Of The Switch

    SAN b-type fabric switches, while preserving in-order delivery. You can use ISL Trunking between any of the supported 2–, 4–, or 8–Gbps b-type models. Both SAN b-type switches must have ISL Trunking activated. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 29 For information on these features, see the Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide. Chapter 1. Product overview...
  • Page 30 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 31: Chapter 2. Installing And Configuring The Switch

    – One slide-rail rack mount kit, with instructions – SFP transceivers (quantity and type depending upon features ordered) – Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide (this document). – Product documentation CD – Environmental notices CD – Paperpack of optional features activation information (if ordered) Attention: Retain this paperpack in a safe place.

  • Page 32: Installation And Safety Considerations

    The equipment in the cabinet is grounded through a reliable branch circuit connection and maintain ground at all times. Do not rely on a secondary connection to a branch circuit, such as a power strip. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 33: Recommendations For Cable Management

    v Airflow must always be from front to back with respect to the rack. The device must not interfere with the cooling of other systems in the rack. Fillers must be used as appropriate in the rack to ensure there is no recirculation of heated exhaust air back to the front of the rack.

  • Page 34: Installing The Switch In A Cabinet

    Be sure to use the referenced parts when you perform each step. Before you start the rack-mount installation process, locate the rack-mount slides and the mounting bracket that are provided in the shipping container. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 35: Rack Assembly

    Figure 3 shows the rack assembly. The number keys, such as 1 , refer to the items listed in Table 3. Outer Slide EIA Rack Rail Inner Slide Detail A Front of Switch Detail A SJ000153 Figure 3. Rack assembly 1.

  • Page 36: Separating The Inner And Outer Rails

    (away from the ports) as shown in Figure 5 on page 13. b. Attach the inner rail by using three of the 8-32 x 3/16 in. zinc screws ( 6 in Table 3 on page 11). Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 37: Mounting The Moving Portion Of The Slide And Mounting Brackets To The Switch

    Front SJ000047 Figure 5. Mounting the moving portion of the slide and mounting brackets to the switch c. Repeat step 3a on page 12 and step 3b on page 12 for the second inner rail on the other side of the switch chassis. 4.

  • Page 38: Mounting The Fixed Portion Of The Rail And The Locking Brackets To The Rack

    Position the switch in front of the rack. Insert the switch into the rack by sliding the inner slides that are mounted on the switch into the outer slides that are mounted on the rack. See Figure 7 on page 15. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 39: Installing The Switch In A Telecommunications Rack

    SJ000049 Figure 7. Inserting slides into the rack rails b. Check the alignment of the slides by sliding the switch in and out of the rack. Any difficulty moving the switch indicates lateral stress or misalignment. If this situation occurs, adjust the slide positions until the movement is smooth.

  • Page 40: Items Required

    15 in.-lbs, 17 cm-kgs) Screw, 6-32 x 1/4 in., flathead Phillips (torque to 9 in.-lbs, 10 cm-kgs) Screw, 10-32 x 5/8 in., panhead Phillips (torque to 25 in.-lbs, 29 cm-kgs) Retainer nut, 10-32 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 41: Installation Instructions

    scale: 3/16" = 1" (12x) (8x) (8x) (8x) (8-32 x 5/16 in.) (6-32 x 1/4 in.) (10-32 x 5/8 in.) (10-32) Figure 8. Mid-mount rack kit parts Installation instructions Attention: The switch must be turned off and disconnected from power and from the fabric during this procedure.

  • Page 42: Attaching The Front Bracket To The Switch

    Attaching the front brackets to the rack 1. Position the switch in the rack (Figure 10 on page 19), providing temporary support under the switch until the rail kit is secured to the rack’s rails. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 43: Attaching The Front Bracket To The Rack

    Figure 10. Attaching the front bracket to the rack 2. Attach the right front bracket ( 1 ) to the right front rack rail using three 10-32 x 5/8 in. screws ( 5 ) and three retainer nuts ( 6 ). 3.

  • Page 44: Attaching The Rear Bracket To The Rack

    1. Align the right rear bracket to the right rear of the switch, and using two 10-32 x 5/8 in. screws ( 5 ) attach the bracket to the switch (Figure 12 on page 21). Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 45: Configuring The Switch

    EZSwitchSetup to complete the basic configuration. See the EZSwitchSetup CD, included with the switch, for more information. You can also use the IBM Converged Switch B32 Quick Start Guide for more guidance. If you do not use EZSwitch Setup, follow the instructions in the resmainder of this section.

  • Page 46: Setting Up The Switch

    4. After POST is complete, verify that the System Status and Power Status LEDs (see 6 in Figure 1 on page 3) display steady green. For more information about the LEDs and their status during POST, refer to “Interpreting LED activity” on page 30. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 47: Creating A Serial Connection

    Creating a serial connection You will perform all basic configuration tasks in this guide using a serial connection. To create a serial connection to the switch, complete the following steps: 1. Remove the plug from the serial console port (if any) and insert the serial cable provided with the switch.

  • Page 48: Setting The Switch Date And Time

    By default, all switches are in the GMT time zone (0,0). If all switches in a fabric are in one time zone, it is possible for you to keep the time zone setup at the default setting. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 49: Setting The Date

    v System services that have already started will reflect the time zone changes only after the next reboot. v Time zone settings persist across failover for high availability. Local time synchronization You can synchronize the local time of the principal or primary fabric configuration server (FCS) switch to a maximum of eight external network time protocol (NTP) servers.

  • Page 50: Setting Time Zones

    IP address or DNS name of the first NTP server, which the switch must be able to access. The second ntp2 is the second NTP server and is Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 51: Inter-Switch Link (Isl) Trunking

    optional. The entire operand “<ntp1;ntp2>” is optional; by default, this value is LOCL, which uses the local clock of the principal or primary switch as the clock server. switch:admin> tsclockserver LOCL switch:admin> tsclockserver "132.163.135.131" switch:admin> tsclockserver 132.163.135.131 switch:admin> The following example shows how to set up more than one NTP server using a DNS name: switch:admin>...
  • Page 52 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 53: Chapter 3. Operating The Switch And Monitoring Components

    The switch runs POST by default each time it is powered on; it can take up to several minutes to boot and complete POST. To power on the switch: 1. Run the sysShutDown command. 2. Set each ac power switch to "O". © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009, 2010...

  • Page 54: Interpreting Led Activity

    The left LED ( 5 ) corresponds to the upper port, and the right LED ( 6 ) corresponds to lower port in each pair. Refer to Figure 1 on page 3 for the locations of the GbE and FC ports. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 55: Leds On The Port Side Of The Switch

    Figure 13. LEDs on the port side of the switch System power LED Ethernet link LED System status LED GbE port status LED (port 0) Ethernet speed LED GbE port status LED (port 4) Chapter 3. Operating the switch and monitoring components...

  • Page 56: Power Status Led Patterns

    Reboot the system. amber during POST, this is normal v Check the failure indicated on the system console. and does not indicate a fault. If the problem does not resolve, contact your IBM representative. Flashing amber Attention is required. A number of...

  • Page 57: Ethernet Management Port Led Patterns

    Ethernet management port LED patterns The Ethernet management port has two LEDs to indicate Ethernet speed ( 3 Figure 13 on page 31) and Ethernet link ( 4 ). Table 7 describes the meaning of different displays of the Ethernet LEDs and recommended action, if any. Table 7.

  • Page 58: Leds On The Nonport Side Of The Switch

    LEDs nonport side of the switch. Figure 14. Nonport side LEDs Power supply #2 status LED Fan assembly #2 status LED Power supply #1 status LED Fan assembly #1 status LED Fan assembly #3 status LED Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 59: Fan Assembly Status Led Patterns

    Power supply status LED patterns The power supply status LEDs ( 1 and 2 in Figure 14 on page 34) indicate the status of the individual power supplies. Table 9 describes the meaning of different displays of the power supply LEDs and recommended action, if any. Table 9.

  • Page 60: Post And Boot Results

    POST. Contact your IBM representative 3. Review the switch system log for errors. Any errors detected during POST are written to the system log, accessible through the errShow command. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 61: Diagnostics And Troubleshooting

    For information about all referenced commands, and on accessing the error log, refer to the Fabric OS Administrator’s Guide. For information about error messages, refer to the Fabric OS Message Reference. Diagnostics and troubleshooting The switch is designed for high availability and low failure. It does not require any regular physical maintenance.

  • Page 62: Fabric Os Firmware Updates

    Select the correct product link v On the specific product page, click the Interoperability Matrix link. Firmware release notes and download files are available through the IBM SAN Support web pages. To view release notes and to download firmware: v Go to www.ibm.com/systems/support.
  • Page 63 v On the next page that is displayed, select Download, and then select Storage area network (SAN). v Select your product, then select the appropriate firmware version release notes. Review the release notes before installing the firmware update. v Select the firmware download version and follow the online prompts. Chapter 3.
  • Page 64 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 65: Chapter 4. Removing And Replacing Crus

    Enter the psShow command at the prompt to display power supply status as shown in the example below: sw8000:admin> psshow Power Supply #1 is OK V10529, TQ2H0000030 ,60-0300031-01,X2, ,SP640 ,2X,TQ2H0000 Power Supply #2 is OK V10541, TQ2H0000189 ,60-0300031-01,X3, ,SP640-2P ,A ,TQ2H0000 sw8000:admin> © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009, 2010...

  • Page 66: Time Required

    2. Power off the defective power supply by pressing the AC power switch to "O". See 7 in Figure 16 on page 43. 3. Unplug the power cord from the power supply that you are replacing. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 67: Removing And Replacing A Power Supply

    4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the captive screw ( 5 in Figure 16). Figure 16. Removing and replacing a power supply 1 switch chassis 5 captive screw 2 power supply 6 AC power receptacle 3 status LED 7 AC power switch 4 handle 5.

  • Page 68: Replacing A Fan Assembly

    Fan 1 is Ok, speed is 4821 RPM Fan 2 is Ok, speed is 4891 RPM Fan 3 is Ok, speed is 4821 RPM sw8000:admin> Time required Less than 2 minutes. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 69: Items Required

    Items required v New fan assembly v Phillips screwdriver #1 Procedure Attention: Disassembling any part of the fan assembly voids the part warranty and regulatory certifications. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the fan assembly. Since the cooling system relies on pressurized air, do not leave any of the fan assembly slots empty longer than 2 minutes while the switch is operating.

  • Page 70: Removing And Installing Sfps Or Sfp

    For the GbE ports, use the cmsh command. For a listing of SFPs compatible with this product: v Go to the IBM SAN Support web page at www.ibm.com/servers/storage/ support/san v Select the product family, Storage Area Network (SAN), from the Product family list.

  • Page 71: Installing An Sfp Or Sfp+ In A Port In The

    Follow these steps and the links to more detailed instructions to replace the switch. Removing the switch 1. Verify that the replacement switch is the correct part number (45W2442 for the 3758-B32, 45W2443 for the 375832E, or 45W6765 for the 3758-L32). Chapter 4. Removing and replacing CRUs...
  • Page 72 (Refer to “Installing the switch in a cabinet” on page 10 for illustrations and complete rack mount instructions.) 10. Set the switch aside for later return to IBM, following the instructions included with the replacement switch. Installing the CRU switch Follow these steps to install the replacement for the switch you removed earlier.

  • Page 73: Removing The Battery

    Removing the battery Local regulations may require the removal and recycling of the battery prior to disposal of the product. To remove the battery from the Converged Switch B32, complete these steps: 1. Unscrew fasteners to remove any installed modules.

  • Page 74: Battery Location On Circuit Board

    Figure 20. Battery location on circuit board 5. Remove the BR1225 battery. 6. Recycle the battery as required. Refer to the Environmental Notices and User Guide shipped with the product for more information on battery recycling and disposal. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 75: Appendix. Product Specifications

    Value Height 1U = 4.3 cm (1.7 in.) Depth 63.4 cm (25 in.) Width 42.8 cm (16.8 in.) Weight (with two power supplies, three fan 12.97 kg (28.6 lb) assemblies, and no SFPs installed) © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009, 2010...

  • Page 76: Power Supply

    0.5 G sine, 0.4 gms random, 5-500 Hz 2.0 G sine, 1.1 gms random, 5-500 Hz Air flow Maximum - 71.36 cmh (42 cfm) Nominal - 59.47 cmh (35 cfm) Heat 1044 BTU/hr (32 port configuration) dissipation Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 77: General Specifications

    General specifications Table 15 lists the general specifications for the switch. Table 15. General specifications Specification Description Configurable port types F_Port, FL_Port, E_Port, and M_Port System architecture Nonblocking shared-memory switch System processor Freescale MPC8548 x 1.3GHz ANSI Fibre Channel protocol FC-PH (Fibre Channel Physical and Signalling Interface standard) Modes of operation...

  • Page 78: Fabric Latency

    IP network. The serial port’s parameters are fixed at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, and no parity, with flow control set to None. Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 79: Parts List (Crus)

    Refer to Figure 1 on page 3 and Figure 2 on page 4 for the location of the parts listed below. Part numbers are subject to change, particularly for SFP transceivers. Contact your IBM representative for current information on part numbers for SFPs to meet your needs.
  • Page 80 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 81: Notices

    The materials at those web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product and use of those web sites is at your own risk.
  • Page 82 Information concerning non-IBM products was obtained from the suppliers of those products, their published announcements or other publicly available sources. IBM has not tested those products and cannot confirm the accuracy of performance, compatibility or any other claims related to non-IBM products.

  • Page 83: Trademarks

    International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. A complete and current list of other IBM trademarks is available on the Web at http://www.ibm.com/legal/copytrade.shtml Brocade and SilkWorm are trademarks of Brocade Communications Systems, Inc., or its subsidiaries in the United States, other countries, or both.

  • Page 84: Electronic Emission Notices

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 85: Germany Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

    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 IBM empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. IBM übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der IBM verändert bzw.

  • Page 86: People's Republic Of China Class A Electronic Emission Statement

    People’s Republic of China Class A Electronic Emission Statement Japan VCCI Class A ITE Electronic Emission Statement Korea Class A Electronic Emission Statement Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...

  • Page 87: Index

    25 required items 21 documents nonport side slide-rail rack 8, 10 Brocade xxi components 4 stand-alone unit 8, 9 notice, edition ii switch 7 notices instructions, installing 10, 17 attention xvii intellectual property 57 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2009, 2010...
  • Page 88 51 power supply specifications 52 data transmission ranges 53 power supply status dimensions 51 LED patterns 35 environmental 52 LEDs 35 FC port 54 power-on self-test (POST) 36 general 53 latency 54 Converged Switch B32 Installation, Service, and User Guide...
  • Page 90 Part Number: 45W7215 Printed in USA GC52-1358-01...

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