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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
An overview of the Dell EMC PowerEdge MX platform, detailing its models and components.
PowerEdge MX7000 (Rear)
Describes the rear view of the MX7000 chassis, including I/O fabrics and modules.
Dell EMC PowerEdge MX9002m Management Module
Details the Dell EMC PowerEdge MX9002m management module and its functions.
Dell EMC Networking MX9116n Fabric Switching Engine
Explains the Dell EMC Networking MX9116n Fabric Switching Engine (FSE).
Dell EMC Networking MX7116n Fabric Expander Module
Describes the Dell EMC Networking MX7116n Fabric Expander Module (FEM).
Dell EMC Networking MX5108n Ethernet Switch
Details the Dell EMC Networking MX5108n Ethernet switch.
Dell EMC PowerEdge MX Pass-Through Modules
Covers the Dell EMC PowerEdge MX Ethernet Pass-Through Modules (PTM).
Dell EMC Networking MXG610s Fibre Channel Switch
Details the Dell EMC Networking MXG610s Fibre Channel switch.
Dell EMC PowerEdge MX5000s SAS Module
Describes the Dell EMC PowerEdge MX5000s SAS module for storage connectivity.
PowerEdge MX7000 Chassis Fabric Slots
Explains the fabric slots within the PowerEdge MX7000 chassis.
OpenManage Enterprise - Modular Console
Introduction
Introduces OpenManage Enterprise - Modular Console (OME-M) for MX platform management.
PowerEdge MX7000 Initial Deployment
Covers the initial deployment and configuration steps for PowerEdge MX7000.
PowerEdge MX7000 Multi-Chassis Management Groups
Details how to create and manage Multi-Chassis Management (MCM) groups.
PowerEdge MX7000 OME-M Component Management
Explains how to manage components using the OME-M console.
PowerEdge MX Scalable Fabric Architecture
Scalable Fabric Architecture Overview
Provides an overview of the Scalable Fabric architecture.
QSFP28 Double Density Connectors
Discusses the QSFP28 double-density (DD) connector technology.
Interfaces and Port Groups
Details interfaces and port groups on MX networking IOMs.
Embedded Top of Rack Switching
Explains the embedded Top of Rack (ToR) switching functionality.
Scalable Fabric OS10EE CLI Commands
Lists OS10EE CLI commands for Scalable Fabric management.
PowerEdge MX Ethernet Switch Operating Modes
PowerEdge MX7000 SmartFabric Topologies
Outlines supported SmartFabric topologies for the MX7000.
SmartFabric Uplink Topologies
Describes SmartFabric uplink topologies and configurations.
Deploying a SmartFabric
Details the steps for deploying a SmartFabric.
Additional Guidelines and Equipment Details
Scalable Fabric Restrictions and Guidelines
Lists restrictions and guidelines for building a Scalable Fabric.
Supported Cables and Optical Connectors
Details supported cables and optical connectors for the MX platform.
Rate Limited 32 Gb Fibre Channel
Explains rate-limited 32 Gb Fibre Channel connectivity.
Spanning Tree Protocol Recommendations
Provides recommendations for Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) configuration.
NIC Teaming Restrictions
Outlines restrictions for NIC teaming on servers.
PowerEdge MX IOM Slot Support Matrix
Provides a matrix for supported IOM slot configurations.
PTM Port Mapping
Shows port mapping between compute sleds and PTM interfaces.
Examples of Unsupported Scalable Fabric Topologies
Illustrates unsupported Scalable Fabric topology examples.
Additional Information
Documentation and Support
Lists additional documentation and support resources.

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