CD 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 notes, attention notices, caution, and danger notices in the sections that follow.
55 kg ( 121.2 lbs) >55kg (121.2 lb) A potential hazard of pinching the hand or other body parts between parts. P/N 18P5850-B SJ000752 A hazardous condition due to moving parts nearby. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
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(D004) The following general electrical danger notice provides instructions on how to avoid shock hazards when servicing equipment. Unless instructed otherwise, follow the procedures in this danger notice. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
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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.
IBM Installation Planning Representative (IPR) or IBM authorized service provider. In anticipation of the equipment delivery, the final installation site should be prepared in advance such that professional movers/riggers can transport the equipment to the final installation site within the computer room.
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DANGER Hazardous voltage present. Voltages present constitute a shock hazard, which can cause severe injury or death. (L004) CAUTION: Hazardous energy present. Voltages with hazardous energy might cause heating when shorted with metal, which might result in splattered metal, burns, or both. (L005) CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts nearby (L008) CAUTION:...
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 IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
(R002) Product recycling and disposal Refer to the IBM Systems Environmental Notices and User Guide (Z125-5823) for translated environmental statements and information regarding product recycling and disposal. This document may be provided either in printed version or on the product documentation CD.
Table 1 to assist you when determining which information in those publications applies to your product. Brocade products with no IBM equivalents are not listed in the table. Note that the IBM products can be ordered with additional features, while Brocade products with those additional features may be offered as separate models.
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Table 1. Comparable IBM and Brocade products. (continued) IBM model (HVEC/XCC Brocade product machine model in Brocade product product part name type parentheses) Brief product description name number Ethernet 4003 7U modular Ethernet switch with 8 BigIron RX-8 BI-RX-8-AC Switch...
Windows navigation keys. Vendor software These products include 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.
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Commands and parameters are printed in bold. parameters Optional parameter. variable Variables are printed in italics enclosed in angled brackets < >. Repeat the previous element, for example “member[;member...]” Choose from one of the parameters. xxiv IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Chapter 1. Product Overview The IBM Ethernet Switch B24X provides high port density and 512 MB of DDR RAM when shipped from the factory. The B24X delivers a full complement of standards-based, feature-rich Layer 2 switching capability. The extensive feature set supports network requirements ranging from basic connectivity to multicast- enabled full streaming audio and video applications for converged services.
Table 4. Network interfaces (continued) Interface Show Media Description 10GBase-SR XG-SR Viewing the media types installed in the ports The show media command displays the types of media (copper or fiber) installed in the ports. The following example is show media output. FastIron# show media Port 1: Type : 10G XG-SR(SFP+) Vendor: Brocade Version: 1...
The dual power supply 1 and 2 LEDs are on the front panel of the power supply (when you are facing the rear of the device). Table 5. LEDs LEDs Position State Meaning 10Gbps Port LEDs IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Table 5. LEDs (continued) LEDs Position State Meaning LNK or ACT Located under the The port is 10-GbE ports connected. No fiber port connection exists or the link is down. Blinking Traffic is begin transmitted or received on the fiber port.
You can remove one of the supplies without interrupting operation because the remaining power supply provides enough power for all of the ports. For power supply hardware specifications, refer to “Power supply specifications” on page 48. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
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CAUTION: Disconnect the power supply cable from the power source (outlet) before you install it in or remove it from the device. Failure to do this can result in damage to the power supply or the device, or both (the device can be running while a power supply is being installed or removed, but the power supply itself should not be connected to a power source).
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If any items are missing, please contact the place of purchase. Package contents Verify the package contents listed below: v IBM Ethernet Switch B24X device with dual AC power supplies installed v AC power cord v Rack mount brackets and mounting screws (already secured on the device)
IronView Network Manager to manage the device. Secure access to the device. FastIron and TurboIron 24X Configuration Guide Installation precautions Attention: Before starting any installation procedure, refer to “Safety notices” on page xi. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Repair or disassemble Exchange only with the IBM-approved part. Recycle or discard the battery as instructed by local regulations. In the United States, IBM has a process for the collection of this battery. For information, call 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part number for the battery unit available when you call. (C003) CAUTION: Power supplies are hot swappable.
Complete the following steps to install the rack mount brackets and mount the device in a rack: 1. Remove the rack mount kit from the shipping carton. The kit contains two mounting brackets. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
2. Place the Network switch on a hard flat surface with the front panel facing you. 3. Attach a rack-mount bracket to one side of the Network switch with the supplied screws. Then attach the other bracket to the other side. Attention: Make sure you use the screws supplied with the mounting brackets.
1. Verify that the LEDs on the power supply and system power LED are solid green. 2. Verify proper operation by observing the LEDs on the front panel. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
10 Gbps port LEDs should be lit while the device performs diagnostics. After the diagnostics are complete, the LEDs will be dark except for those that are attached by cables to other devices. If the links on these cables are good and the connected device is powered on, the link LEDs will light.
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The EIA or TIA 232 serial communication port serves as a connection point for management by a PC or SNMP workstation. The switches come with a standard male DB-9 connector, shown in Figure 8 on page 17. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Pin assignment Pin number Switch signal Reserved DB-9 male TXD (output) RXD (input) Reserved Reserved CTS (input) RTS (output) Reserved net_com004 Figure 8. Serial port pin and signalling details Most PC serial ports also require a cable with a female DB-9 connector. Terminal connections will vary, requiring either a DB-9 or DB-25 connector, male or female.
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The procedures in this manual are intended for qualified service personnel. Assigning permanent passwords By default, the CLI is not protected by passwords. To secure CLI access, IBM strongly recommends assigning passwords. Note: You can assign passwords using IronView Network Manager if an enable password for a Super User has been configured on the device.
By default, the CLI displays network masks in classical IP address format (example: 255.255.255.0). You can change the display to the prefix format. Refer to the FastIron and TurboIron 24X Configuration Guide. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Syntax:[no] ip address <ip-addr>/<mask-bits> Syntax: ip default-gateway <ip-addr> Connecting network devices IBM devices support connections to routers, switches, and hubs from other vendors, as well as other IBM devices. Connectors and cable specifications Refer to “Cable specifications” on page 46 for cable lengths and types supported on the B24X devices.
Figure 11. Cat-5 crossover cable for 1000Base-T Note: The 802.3ab standard calls for automatic negotiation of the connection between two 1000Base-T ports. Consequently, a crossover cable may not be required; a straight-through cable may work as well. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Connecting to workstations, servers, or routers Straight-through UTP cabling is required for direct UTP attachment to workstations, servers, or routers using network interface cards (NICs). Fiber cabling is required for direct attachment to Gigabit NICs or switches and routers through fiber ports. Refer to “Connecting a network device to a fiber port.” Automatic MDI or MDIX detection All 10/100/1000 Copper ports on the B24X devices support automatic Media Dependent Interface (MDI) and Media Dependent Interface Crossover (MDIX)
Table 8 on page 25 describes the LEDs related to network connections, the desired state of each LED, possible abnormal states of each LED, and what to do if an LED indicates an abnormal state. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
IP address on the device, you also can use IronView Network Manager. If a problem persists after taking these actions, contact IBM technical support. Tracing a route To determine the path through which a device can reach another device, enter a command such as the following at any level of the CLI on the device.
Console messages and syslog messages are sent when optical operating conditions fall below or rise above the SFP+ or SFP manufacturer recommended thresholds. For more information about digital optical monitoring, refer to the FastIron and TurboIron 24X Configuration Guide. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
All MAC address entries v All MAC address entries for a specified Ethernet port v All MAC address entries for a specified VLAN v A specified MAC address entry in all VLANs IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
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For example, to remove entries for the MAC address 000d.cb80.00d in all VLANs, enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level of the CLI. TurboIron# clear mac-address 000d.cb80.00d0 Syntax: clear mac-address <mac-address> | ethernet <port-num> | vlan <number> If you enter the clear mac-address command without any parameters, the software removes all MAC entries.
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1. Remove the protective covering from the fiber-optic port connectors and store the covering for future use. 2. Before cabling a fiber optic module, clean the cable connectors and the port connectors thoroughly. Refer to “Installing a new fiber optic module.” IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Replacing a power supply CAUTION: Power supplies are hot swappable. However, IBM recommends that you disconnect the power supply from AC power before installing or removing the supply. The device can be running while a power supply is being installed or removed, but the power supply itself should not be connected to a power source.
1. Unplug the power cord from the power source. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power supply. 3. Loosen the two captive power supply locking screws located on the sides of the power supply. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Figure 15. Releasing the power supply 4. Hold the handle on the front panel of the power supply and pull outward. This will disconnect the power supply from the backplane. 5. Continue to pull the power supply until it is removed from the device. Figure 16.
The power supply is right-side up when the power connector is on the left and the fan vent is on the right. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Figure 19. Installing the power supply 4. Lock the power supply in place by securing the two captive screws as shown in Figure 20. Figure 20. Securing the power supply in the device 5. Connect the power cord to the power supply. Chapter 5.
3. Unscrew fasteners and remove the chassis sheet metal cover. 4. Locate BT1 on the main PCBA and remove the CR2032 battery, quantity 1. See 1 in Figure 22 on page 39 for battery location. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Figure 22. Removing the battery 5. Recycle the battery as appropriate. Refer to the Environmental Notices and User Guide shipped with the product for more information on battery recycling and disposal. Replacing the fan tray You can replace the fan tray while the B24X is powered on and running. The fan tray is located in a slot at the rear of the B24X.
Figure 25. Removing the fan tray 3. Insert the replacement fan tray, as shown in Figure 26 on page 41, and push it all the way into the slot to connect the interface. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
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Note: Ensure that the fan tray fits between the locating slides ( 1 ) in the device. 4. Tighten the two captive screws to secure the tray in place. Figure 26. Inserting a replacement fan tray 5. Connect the power cord to the power supply (refer to “Powering on the system” on page 14).
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Table 12 shows how the B24X protects against power surges and power drops. Table 12. Device power surge and drop protection Property Protection Mechanism Power surge MOV and Spark Gap protection Power drop The PSU will shut down after AC loss >20ms IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
Table 12. Device power surge and drop protection (continued) Property Protection Mechanism Maximum power draw 300 watts Pinouts and signalling This section lists the pinouts for the DB-9 connector and RJ-45 port jacks. Serial (Console) port pinouts The Console port is a standard male DB-9 connector, as shown in Figure 28. Pin assignment Pin number Switch signal...
Note: Cable installation and network configuration will affect overall transmission capability. The numbers provided here represent the accepted recommendations of the various standards. For network-specific recommendations, consult your local reseller or system engineer. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
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Table 13. Cable length summary Modal Bandwidth Core (MHz*km) or Connector Diameter Wavelength Range Cable Type Type (microns) (nm) (meters) 1000Base- Single-mode LC connector 1490 nm 2 - 10000 BX-D Fiber (SMF) for SFP (10 km) module 1000Base- LC connector 1310 nm 2 - 10000 BX-U...
1.29 kg (2.84 lbs) cm (4.2 in.) (W) x 22.86 cm (9 in.) (D) Environmental considerations For optimal performance, operate or store the power supplies in compliance with the following environmental conditions. IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
70 amps peak maximum at cold start for a 1/2 cycle at any rated input voltage current decaying to the nominal value within 100 milliseconds(240 VAC) Output Specifications Output 300 watts of total output power power IBM x-series of Ethernet Switches Installation and User Guide...
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