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Dell EMC PowerEdge MX
Networking Architecture Guide
January 2019
Architecture Guide
Abstract
This architecture guide provides an overview of the architecture,
features, and functionality of the PowerEdge MX networking
infrastructure.
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Dell EMC PowerEdge MX Platform Overview
PowerEdge MX models and components
Overview of Dell EMC PowerEdge MX chassis, compute, storage, and management modules.
PowerEdge MX7000 (rear)
Details the rear view of the MX7000 chassis, including I/O fabrics and modules.
PowerEdge MX7000 chassis fabric slots
Describes the I/O module slots and configurations within the MX7000 chassis.
OpenManage Enterprise - Modular Console
Introduction to OME-M
Introduces OpenManage Enterprise - Modular Console and its features for the MX platform.
PowerEdge MX7000 Initial Deployment
Steps for initial configuration and setup of the PowerEdge MX7000 chassis.
Multi-Chassis Management (MCM) Groups
How to group multiple MX7000 chassis for unified management using OME-M.
PowerEdge MX7000 OME-M Component Management
Managing MX switches and I/O modules through the OME-M console.
PowerEdge MX Scalable Fabric Architecture
Scalable Fabric Architecture Overview
Explains the Scalable Fabric architecture, its components, and benefits.
QSFP28 Double Density Connectors
Details the QSFP28-DD connector and its role in Scalable Fabric expansion.
Interfaces and Port Groups
Describes server-facing interfaces and logical port groupings on MX switches.
Embedded Top of Rack Switching
How to utilize embedded ToR functionality with MX9116n FSE.
Scalable Fabric OS10EE CLI Commands
Key OS10EE CLI commands for managing MX Fabric Expander Modules.
PowerEdge MX Ethernet Switch Operating Modes
Operating Modes Description
Compares Full Switch Mode and SmartFabric Mode for MX Ethernet switches.
PowerEdge MX7000 SmartFabric Topologies
Outlines supported physical topologies for SmartFabric configurations.
SmartFabric Uplink Topologies
Explains how to configure uplinks for various SmartFabric scenarios.
Deploying a SmartFabric
Step-by-step guide to deploying a SmartFabric using OME-M.
Additional Guidelines and Equipment Details
Scalable Fabric Restrictions and Guidelines
Lists rules and recommendations for building Scalable Fabrics.
Supported Cables and Optical Connectors
Details supported cable types and optical connector standards for MX.
Rate Limited 32 Gb Fibre Channel
Explains the rate limitations and performance of 32 Gb FC connections.
Spanning Tree Protocol Recommendations
Provides recommendations for Spanning Tree Protocol configurations.
NIC Teaming Restrictions
Outlines restrictions and recommendations for NIC teaming on MX servers.
PowerEdge MX IOM Slot Support Matrix
Shows recommended configurations for IOMs in MX chassis slots.
PTM Port Mapping
Illustrates port mapping between compute sleds and PTM interfaces.
Examples of Unsupported Scalable Fabric Topologies
Shows configurations that are not supported for Scalable Fabrics.
Additional Information
Documentation and Support
Lists additional Dell EMC documentation and technical support contacts.

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