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Summarization of Contents
Product overview
Physical architecture
Details the physical layout and components of the HP 12500 series chassis.
12504 chassis view
Illustrates the front view of the 12504 chassis, labeling key components and slots.
12504 rear view
Shows the rear view of the 12504 chassis, labeling components like fan tray and power entry modules.
12508 chassis views
Illustrates the front view of the 12508 chassis, labeling its components and slots.
12508 rear view
Shows the rear view of the 12508 chassis, identifying components and slots.
12518 chassis views
Illustrates the front view of the 12518 chassis, labeling its components and slots.
12518 rear view
Shows the rear view of the 12518 chassis, identifying its components and slots.
Backplane
Explains the function and capabilities of the switch backplane for data switching and signal exchange.
Fan tray
Describes the fan tray's function, specifications, and LED indicators for cooling and status monitoring.
Power supply system
Covers AC and DC power supply systems, including power frames and components.
Preparing for installation
Safety recommendations
Provides essential safety guidelines for installation to prevent injury and equipment damage.
Examining the installation site
Details environmental requirements for the installation site, including temperature, humidity, and cleanness.
Cleanness
Addresses dust concentration limits and harmful gas limits for the equipment room environment.
EMI
Explains electromagnetic interference and actions to prevent it.
Rack-mounting
Outlines requirements and considerations for mounting the switch securely in a standard rack.
Installation tools
Lists the necessary tools and accessories for performing the switch installation.
Grounding
Explains the importance of proper grounding for switch reliability and safety.
Power supply
Discusses requirements for selecting and verifying power supplies for the switch.
Cooling
Outlines guidelines for planning adequate ventilation and cooling for the switch.
Space
Provides guidelines for ensuring sufficient space around the switch for maintenance.
Installing the switch
Confirming installation preparations
Guides users to verify all preparation steps and ensure all items are accounted for before installation.
Installing an impedance carrier (optional)
Details the procedure for installing an impedance carrier to block airflow at the rear of the chassis.
Installing a chassis air filter (optional)
Explains how to install chassis air filters to prevent dust from entering the switch.
Installing an expansion cable management bracket (optional)
Describes the process of installing optional cable management brackets for better cable organization.
Installing the switch in a rack
Provides step-by-step instructions for securely mounting the switch into a rack.
Installing the switch on a workbench
Outlines the procedure for installing the switch on a workbench or floor for initial setup.
Grounding the switch
Details how to properly ground the switch to ensure safety and operational reliability.
Installing a power supply
Covers the procedures for installing AC or DC power supplies into the switch.
Installing a fan tray
Details the procedure for installing a fan tray into the switch chassis.
Installing a card
Explains how to install various types of cards (MPU, LPU, SFM) into the switch.
Connecting power cords
Provides guidelines for connecting AC and DC power cords to the switch.
Verifying the installation
Lists checks to confirm the switch has been installed correctly and is ready for operation.
Connecting the switch to the network
Cable routing recommendations
Offers guidelines for efficient and organized routing of network and power cables.
Logging in to the switch
Explains how to establish a console connection for initial switch configuration.
Powering on the switch
Details the steps for powering on the switch and the expected boot-up information.
Hardware management
Displaying the electrical label data for your switch
Shows how to retrieve permanent configuration data like serial number and manufacturing date.
Displaying the card information for your switch
Explains how to view details about installed cards, including type, status, and software version.
Rebooting your switch
Covers methods and procedures for rebooting the switch, including scheduling.
Managing the power supply system
Details commands and procedures for managing the switch's power supply system.
Configuring temperature thresholds for a card
Explains how to set temperature limits for cards to trigger alarms.
Isolating a card
Describes how to isolate a faulty card to prevent interference with system operation.
Configuring hardware failure detection and protection
Details how to configure the system's response to detected hardware failures.
Displaying the operating state of fans
Shows how to monitor the status and speed of the switch's fan trays.
Displaying alarms present on your switch
Explains how to view active alarms and their severity levels on the switch.
Verifying and diagnosing transceiver modules
Guides on checking transceiver module genuineness and diagnosing potential issues.
Troubleshooting
Configuration terminal problems
Addresses issues with the terminal display, such as no output or garbled text, during switch configuration.
Power supply system failure
Provides troubleshooting steps for power supply system failures based on LED indicators.
Fan failure
Offers troubleshooting guidance for fan tray failures based on LED status.
MPU failure
Outlines steps to troubleshoot MPU failures, including LED status and reset procedures.
LPU failure
Provides guidance for troubleshooting LPU failures, including software compatibility and seating checks.
Switching fabric module failure
Details troubleshooting steps for switching fabric module failures based on LED indicators.
Interface failure
Explains how to troubleshoot interface issues by checking LEDs, cables, and module compatibility.
Replacement procedures
Cleaning the air filters
Details procedures for cleaning chassis and power frame air filters to ensure proper ventilation.
Replacing a power supply
Covers the hot-swappable procedure for replacing power supply units in the switch.
Replacing a PEM (applicable to only an AC power supply)
Explains the process of replacing a Power Entry Module (PEM) in AC power supply systems.
Replacing a card
Outlines the hot-swappable procedure for replacing various types of cards in the switch.
Replacing a fan tray
Details the hot-swappable procedure for replacing fan trays in the switch.
Replacing a CF card
Explains how to replace the CompactFlash card used for storage on the MPU.
Replacing a transceiver module
Covers the procedure for replacing transceiver modules like SFP, SFP+, and XFP.
Appendix A Technical specifications
Environment requirements
Specifies the operating and storage environmental conditions for the switch.
Power consumption/weight/dimensions
Lists power consumption, weight, and physical dimensions for different switch models.
Cards
Provides specifications for various types of cards used in the HP 12500 series switches.
Fan trays
Lists specifications for different fan tray models, including power consumption and dimensions.
Power components
Details the weight specifications for power components like PEMs and power monitor modules.
Expansion cable management brackets
Provides dimensions for expansion cable management brackets.
Switch ordering guide
Offers a guide to selecting switch models based on slots, power, and current requirements.
Card specifications and compatibility
Lists detailed specifications and compatibility information for various switch cards.
MPUs
Provides specifications for Main Processing Units (MPUs) used in the switches.
Switching fabric modules
Lists specifications for switching fabric modules, including CPU and SDRAM.
Ethernet interface card specifications
Details specifications for Ethernet interface cards, including port types and supported modules.
OAA cards
Provides information on OAA cards and their interface specifications.
Power components
Details the power system ordering guide based on switch models and power modes.
Electrical parameters of power supplies
Lists electrical parameters and output power for AC and DC power supplies.
16A AC power cords used in different countries or regions
Shows AC power cord types, codes, and regional usage for power connections.
Appendix B LEDs
Power system LEDs
Explains the LED status indicators for the power monitor module and power supplies.
Fan LEDs
Describes the LED indicators for fan trays, indicating their operational status.
MPU LEDs
Explains the LED indicators on the Main Processing Unit (MPU) for status and faults.
CF card status LED
Details the LED status for the CompactFlash card, indicating its operational state.
Network management port LEDs
Describes the LINK and ACT LEDs for network management ports.
Switching fabric module LED
Explains the LED indicators on switching fabric modules for operational status.
LPU status LED
Describes the LED indicators for Line Processing Units (LPUs), showing their status.
Fan status LED
Explains the Fan status LED, indicating MPU or fan tray faults.
Power status LED
Details the Power status LED, indicating power frame or MPU faults.
MPU LEDs
Explains the ACT and RUN LEDs on the MPU for status and fault indication.
LPU LEDs
Describes the interface and RUN LEDs on the Line Processing Unit (LPU).
Interface LEDs
Details the LINK and ACT LEDs for interfaces on LPUs.
Switching fabric module LEDs
Explains the LED indicators on switching fabric modules for operational status.
Appendix C Transceiver modules
10-GE XFP transceiver modules
Lists specifications for 10-GE XFP transceiver modules, including transmission distance.
10-GE SFP+ transceiver modules
Provides specifications for 10-GE SFP+ transceiver modules, including transmission distance.
10-GE SFP+ cables
Lists specifications for 10-GE SFP+ direct attach copper cables.
100/1000 Mbps SFP transceiver modules
Details specifications for 100/1000 Mbps SFP transceiver modules, including transmission distance.
Appendix D Lightning protection
Connecting the AC power supply to a power strip with lightning protection
Explains how to connect the switch's AC power supply to a lightning-protected power strip.
Installing a lightning protector for a network port
Details the procedure for installing a lightning protector on network ports to prevent damage.
Appendix E Engineering labels
Labels for cables
Explains the types and uses of engineering labels for signal, power, and generic cables.
Labels for signal cables
Details the format and application of L-shaped labels for signal cables.
Labels for power cords
Describes how to label power cords using identification plates on cable ties.
Generic labels
Explains the use of bar-shaped generic labels applicable to both signal and power cables.
Labels for devices
Describes how to create and affix labels to identify devices with their details.
Engineering labels for network cables
Explains how engineering labels are affixed to Ethernet cables connecting cards in a chassis.
Engineering labels for optical fibers
Details labeling procedures for optical fibers connecting devices or ODFs.
Engineering labels for DC power cords
Explains how to label DC power cords and related grounding cables.
Engineering labels for AC power cords
Describes labeling procedures for AC power cords and protection grounding cables.
Engineering labels for devices
Explains how to fill in device labels with name, model, IP address, etc.
Appendix F Cable management
Cable management guidelines
Provides guidelines for routing and bundling cables neatly for maintenance and expansion.
Cable management examples
Illustrates examples of network cable, optical fiber, and power cord management.
Support and other resources
Contacting HP
Provides information on how to contact HP for worldwide technical support.
Subscription service
Encourages product registration for receiving product updates and notifications.
Related information
Guides users to find related documents and resources on the HP support website.
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