Advanced layer 3 plus modular switch, alliedware plus v5.4.8-0, virtual chassis stacking, chassis, ethernet line card, fan module, ac/dc power supply (214 pages)
Summary of Contents for Allied Telesis AT-DC2552XS
Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Radiated Energy Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Translated Safety Statements Important: The indicates that translations of the safety statement are available in the PDF document “Translated Safety Statements” posted on the Allied Telesis website at www.alliedtelesis.com.
Preface....................................11 Document Conventions ..............................12 Contacting Allied Telesis ..............................13 Chapter 1: Overview ................................ 15 AT-DC2552XS Features ..............................16 AT-DC2552XS Functions ............................16 AT-DC2552XS Physical Description ........................19 LEDs.....................................23 SFP+ Slot LED ..............................23 QSFP+ Slot LEDs ..............................24 Power/Fault LED ..............................25 NET MGMT LED ..............................26 FAN Status LEDs ..............................27 AC Power LED ..............................28...
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Contents Chapter 6: Managing the Switch ............................ 69 Local Management ..............................70 Connecting the Console Port ..........................70 Remote Network Management ............................ 72 NET MGMT Cable Installation..........................72 Chapter 7: Troubleshooting ............................75 Appendix A: Technical Specifications ........................... 79 Physical Specifications ..............................79 Environmental Specifications............................
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Figure 9: AT-PWR06 Power Supply Module ........................30 Figure 10: AT-FAN06 Fan Module............................32 Figure 11: Contents of the AT-DC2552XS Shipping Box .....................40 Figure 12: Contents of the AT-PWR06 Power Supply Module Shipping Box...............41 Figure 13: Contents of the AT-FAN06 Fan Module Shipping Box ..................42 Figure 14: Attaching the Rubber Feet ..........................44...
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Tables Table 1: Twisted Pair Cable Specifications for the NET MGMT Port ..................22 Table 2: SFP+ Slot LED ..............................23 Table 3: QSFP+ LED ................................24 Table 4: Power/Fault LED Description ..........................25 Table 5: NET MGMT LED Descriptions ..........................26 Table 6: FAN Status LED Descriptions ..........................27 Table 7: AC Power LED Description ............................28 Table 8: Installation Procedures ............................34 Table 9: SFP+ Cables .................................56...
Preface This guide contains instructions on how to install the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch and the associated power supply and fan modules on a desktop or in a 19” equipment rack. This preface contains the following sections: “Document Conventions” on page 12 ...
Preface Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings inform you that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury.
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Contacting Allied Telesis If you need assistance with this product, you may contact Allied Telesis technical support by going to the Support & Services section of the Allied Telesis web site at www.alliedtelesis.com/support. You can find links for the following services on this page: 24/7 Online Support —...
Chapter 1 Overview This chapter contains the following sections: “AT-DC2552XS Features” on page 16 “LEDs” on page 23 “Console Port” on page 29 “AT-PWR06 Power Supply Module” on page 30 “AT-FAN06 Fan Module” on page 32...
4 QSFP+ slots 1 Console port (USB) 1 NET MGMT port (RJ-45) System Capacity Here are the basic features of the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch: System Capacity 2GB RAM Size 128MB flash memory ...
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Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Installation Options The AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch is designed to be installed in one of two ways: On a desktop. In a 19-inch equipment rack. Power Supply/Fan Modules The AT-DC2552XS must have two fan modules and at least one power supply module installed.
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Chapter 1: Overview Optional QSFP+ Transceivers The following QSFP+ transceivers direct attach cable assemblies have been approved by Allied Telesis and may be installed in the AT-DC2552XS chassis: Note The QSFP+ transceivers and direct attach cable assemblies are sold separately from the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch.
AT-DC2552XS The AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch physical description is as follows: Physical Description AT-DC2552XS Front Panel The front panel of the AT-DC2552XS is shown in Figure 1 on page 19. Blank Covers Fan 1 [Top of Chassis] Fan 2...
See Figure 6 on page 27 for the functional description of these LEDs. AT-DC2552XS Rear Panel The rear panel of the AT-DC2552XS is shown in Figure 2. NET MGMT Port LEDs NET MGMT Port...
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The switch supports a variety of 10G SFP+ transceivers and direct attach cables. The AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch only supports SFP+ transceivers in this product. Refer to “Installing SFP+ Transceivers and Cables” on page 56 for installation instructions of the SFP+ transceivers.
Console Port” on page 70 for more information. Note An RS-232 cable (female USB / D-Sub 9 pin) cable is included with the AT-DC2552XS shipping container. NET MGMT Port - This 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 Ethernet port provides the capability to manage the configuration and firmware of the switch.
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch LEDs Here are the descriptions of the switch’s LEDs. SFP+ Slot LED Each SFP+ slot has one Link/Activity LED. The LED is triangular in shape. The triangle LED pointing up shows the status of the upper SFP+ slot while the triangle LED pointing down shows the status of the lower SFP+ slot.
Chapter 1: Overview QSFP+ Slot LEDs Each QSFP+ port has one link/activity LED labeled LINK/ACT. These LEDs are shown in Figure 4. QSFP+ LEDs Figure 4. QSFP+ LEDs The QSFP+ LED is described in Table 3. Table 3. QSFP+ LED State Description Solid green...
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Power/Fault LED The Power/Fault LED are shown in Figure 5. Figure 5. Power/Fault LEDs The Power/Fault LED is described in Table 4. Table 4. Power/Fault LED Description Location State Description Solid green Power is being supplied and the chassis is operating normally.
Chapter 1: Overview NET MGMT The NET MGMT LED are shown in Figure 6. LINK Figure 6. NET MGMT LEDs The NET MGMT LEDs are described in Table 5. Table 5. NET MGMT LED Descriptions Location State Description The NET MGMT port has established a link to Solid green a network device, but no packets are being transmitted or received.
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch FAN Status LEDs The fan status LEDs are shown in Figure 7. Figure 7. FAN Status LEDs The fan status LEDs are described in Table 6. Table 6. FAN Status LED Descriptions Location State Description...
Chapter 1: Overview AC Power LED Each AT-PWR06 power supply module has a AC power (AC OK) LED. This LED is shown in Figure 8. Figure 8. AC Power LED The AC Power LED is described in Table 7 Table 7. AC Power LED Description Location State Description...
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Console Port The Console port is used to locally configure the features and parameter settings of the switch. See Figure 2 on page 20 for the location of the Console port. This type of management uses serial RS-232 and is commonly referred to as local or out-of-band management because it is not connected over an Ethernet network.
Chapter 1: Overview AT-PWR06 Power Supply Module The AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch is powered by one AT-PWR06 power supply module. A second AT-PWR06 power supply module may be installed for redundancy. The power supply module has an AC connector on the power supply module panel and is installed by the user in slot PS1 or slot PS2.
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Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch The components of the AT-PWR06 power supply module (refer to Figure 9 on page 30) are as follows: Power connector - The AC power cable plugs into this connector. Regional AC power cables are provided in the AT-PWR06 power supply module shipping box.
AT-FAN06 Fan Module Installation of two AT-FAN06 fan modules are required in the AT-DC2552XS. Each AT-FAN06 fan module is equipped with two, forced air cooling fans The fans push air through the chassis from the front to the rear. The AT-FAN06 fan module is ordered and shipped separately from the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch.
Chapter 2 Beginning the Installation The chapter contains the following sections: “Installation Overview” on page 34 “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 35 “Planning the Installation” on page 39 “Unpacking the Switch” on page 40 ...
Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Installation Overview Table 8 lists the installation procedures for the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch. The procedures should be performed in the order presented in the table. Table 8. Installation Procedures Step Procedure “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 35 “Planning the Installation”...
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the switch. Note The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled “Translated Safety Statements”.
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Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Warning Class I Equipment. This equipment must be earthed. The power plug must be connected to a properly wired earth ground socket outlet. An improperly wired socket outlet could place hazardous voltages on accessible metal parts. E4 Note Pluggable Equipment.
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Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Caution Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Chapter 2: Beginning the Installation Warning Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuits (e.g., use of power strips). E37 Caution The unit does not contain serviceable components. Please return damaged units for servicing.
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Planning the Installation The AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch can be installed on a desktop or in a 19” equipment rack. Observe these general requirements when planning the installation of the switch.
If any item in a shipping container is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesis sales representative for assistance. AT-DC2552XS The contents of the AT-DC2552XS shipping box are listed in Figure 11. Switch One AT-DC2552XS switch One 2 m (6.6 ft) local management cable with USB and DB-9 (D-sub 9-pin) connectors.
One regional AC power cord Figure 12. Contents of the AT-PWR06 Power Supply Module Shipping Note The AT-DC2552XS switch can operate with one power supply module installed. You may elect to install a second power supply module for redundancy. Note The AT-PWR06 power supply module is sold and packaged separately from theAT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch.
Module One AT-FAN06 FAN Module Figure 13. Contents of the AT-FAN06 Fan Module Shipping Box Note The AT-DC2552XS switch must have two fan modules installed for proper operation. Note The AT-FAN06 fan module is sold and packaged separately from the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch. Contact your local Allied Telesis representative for more information.
Chapter 3 Installing the Switch and Modules You may install the AT-DC2552XS Switch on a desktop or in a standard 19 inch equipment rack. In addition, you must install at least one AT-PWR06 power supply module and two AT-FAN06 fan modules in the switch chassis.
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch and Modules Installing the Switch on a Desktop To install the switch on a desktop, perform the following procedure: Note To install the switch in a rack, refer to “Installing the Switch in an Equipment Rack” on page 45. 1.
To install the switch on a desktop, refer to “Installing the Switch on a Desktop” on page 44. When installing the AT-DC2552XS switch in a 19 inch rack, it must always be mounted horizontally with the top side up, see Figure 1 on page 19 and Figure 2 on page 20.
Figure 16. Attaching the Brackets to Switch Caution The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. Allied Telesis recommends that you get assistance when mounting the chassis in an equipment rack. E28...
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch 2. Have another person hold the switch in the equipment rack while you secure it using standard rack mount screws (not provided). Figure 17. Mounting the Switch in an Equipment Rack...
There is no functional difference between the two available power supply slots. Operation of the AT-DC2552XS is the same when installed in either slot. If you want to use only one power supply, Allied Telesis recommends that you install it in the PSU1 slot.
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Caution The PSU blank cover should be installed if an AT-PWR06 power sup- ply module is not present in the chassis. This blank cover assures that the correct airflow across the components in the chassis when a power supply module is not installed.
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch and Modules 5. Tighten the captive screws to fasten of the power supply module to the chassis. See Figure 20. Figure 20. Tighten AT-PWR06 Captive Screws 6. The next step in the installation process is installing the fan modules. Go to “Installing Fan Module”...
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Note If a new AT-PWR06 power supply module is not available to replace the module you are removing, perform the procedure outlined in “Installing Power Supply Blank Cover” on page 51. 4.
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch and Modules Installing and Replacing AT-FAN06 Fan Module The following procedures are included in this section: “Installing and Replacing AT-FAN06 Fan Module” on page 52 “Replacing Fan Module” on page 54 The AT-FAN06 fan module is hot swappable within the chassis. Installing Fan Perform the following procedure to install an AT-FAN06 fan module: Module...
Warning To operate this product, two fan modules must be installed. Operation of the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch with one fan module will cause the chassis to overheat. 6. The next step in the installation process is installing the SFP+ transceivers.
Perform the following procedure to replace an AT-FAN06 fan module: Warning The chassis cooling is designed to operate with two fan modules operating together. To avoid overheating of the AT-DC2552XS chassis, please complete the following procedure within one minute. 1. Loosen the captive screws on the AT-FAN06 fan module.
Installing the SFP+ and QSFP+ Transceivers and Cables The list of approved SFP+ and QSFP+ transceivers and direct connect cables that may be installed in the AT-DC2552XS chassis are given in “Optional SFP+ Transceivers” on page 17 and “Optional QSFP+ Transceivers” on page 18.
Go to “Optional SFP+ Transceivers” on page 17 for a list of approved SFP+ transceivers for the AT-DC2552XS. Allied Telesis recommends using the following SFP+ cables listed in Table 9: Table 9. SFP+ Cables...
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Installing SFP+ Perform the following procedure to install a SFP+ transceiver: Transceiver 1. Remove the dust plug from a SFP+ slot on the switch. Refer to Figure Figure 24. Removing the Dust Plug from a SFP+ Slot 2.
Chapter 4: Installing the SFP+ and QSFP+ Transceivers and Cables Figure 26. Installing a SFP+ Transceiver Note If you are ready to attach the fiber optic cable to the transceiver, continue with the next step. Otherwise, repeat steps 1 to 5 to install the remaining SFP+ transceivers in the chassis.
Direct Attach cable modules are ordered and supplied separately from the Cables AT-DC2552XS. Perform the following procedure to install a SFP+ direct attach cables: 1. Remove the dust plug from a SFP+ slot on the switch. Refer to Figure Figure 29. Removing the Dust Plug from a SFP+ Slot...
3. If you are installing the direct attach cable in a top SFP+ slot, position it with the Allied Telesis label and tab facing up. If you are installing the direct attach cable in a bottom slot, position the it so that the label and tab are facing down.
premature failure. Go to “Optional QSFP+ Transceivers” on page 18 for a list of approved QSFP+ transceivers for the AT-DC2552XS. Allied Telesis recommends using the following SFP+ cables listed in Table 10: Table 10. QSFP+ Cables Port...
Figure 31. Removing QSFP+ Slot Dust Cover 3. If you are installing the transceiver in the top QSFP+ slot, position the transceiver with the Allied Telesis handle facing up. If you are installing the transceiver in the bottom slot, position the transceiver with the handle facing down.
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Figure 33. Removing QSFP+ Dust Cover 7. Insert the fiber optic cable to the port on the transceiver, as shown in Figure 34, until it clicks in place. Figure 34. Attaching a Fiber Optic Cable to an QSFP+ Transceiver 8.
Chapter 4: Installing the SFP+ and QSFP+ Transceivers and Cables Figure 35. Removing QSFP+ Slot Dust Cover 3. If you are installing the QSFP+ MTHTP cable in the top QSFP+ slot, position the cable with the tab facing up. If you are installing the module in the bottom slot, position the cable with the tab facing down.
Chapter 5 Powering the Switch The procedures in this chapter are listed here: “Powering On the Switch” on page 66 “Turn Off the switch” on page 68 ...
Refer to “Installing and Replacing AT-PWR06 Power Supply Module” on page 48 1. Inspect the front of the AT-DC2552XS chassis to insure that at least one AT-PWR06 power supply module and two AT-FAN06 fan modules are installed. If one of these modules needs to be installed, perform the steps described in “Installing Power Supply Module”...
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Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch 6. The next step in the installation process is to access the AT-DC2552XS management interface. Go to Chapter 6, “Connecting the Console Port” on page 70 for instructions on connecting to the...
Chapter 5: Powering the Switch Turn Off the switch To turn off the AC power to the switch, perform the following procedure. Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device. To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. E3 1.
Chapter 6 Managing the Switch You may manage an AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch with these methods and tools: Local management via Telnet client Remote management via Telnet client Remote management via SNMPv1, v2C, v3 This chapter contains the following procedures to manage the switch: “Local Management”...
Chapter 6: Managing the Switch Local Management You can manage the AT-DC2552XS switch locally through the Console port (USB connector) the rear panel of the switch. This is called local management or out-of-band management because the management sessions are not connected over your Ethernet network. The requirements...
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“friend” as the password. The user name and password are case sensitive. You are now logged into the switch’s management software. Refer to the AT-DC2552XS Management Software Command Line Interface User’s Guide for more information about the switch’s CLI commands.
Chapter 6: Managing the Switch Remote Network Management You can manage the AT-DC2552XS switch remotely through any of the Ethernet ports (1 through 64) or through or the NET MGMT (ETH0) Ethernet port on the rear panel of the switch. See Figure 2 on page 20 for the location of these ports.
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch Figure 38. Connecting the Twisted Pair Cable into the NET MGMT port 3. With the AT-DC2552XS and link partner network device powered on, verify that the NET MGMT port LINK/ACT LED is either amber or green.
Note For further assistance, please contact Allied Telesis Technical Support. Refer to “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 13. Problem: The NET MGMT twisted pair port on the switch is connected to a network device but the port’s LINK/ACT LED is off.
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Use the switch’s management software to verify that the port is enabled. Refer to AT-DC2552XS Management Software Command Line Interface User’s Guide for information concerning specific commands. If the remote network device is a managed device, use its ...
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Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch If the remote network device is a managed device, use its management firmware to determine whether its port is enabled. Test the attenuation on the fiber optic cable with a fiber optic tester ...
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix contains the technical specifications for the AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch. Physical Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D) Table 11. Product Dimensions Model Specification AT-DC2552XS 440 x 460 x 44 mm (17.32 x 18.11 x 1.73 inch) Weights Table 12.
CISPR 22 Class A, C-TICK EMC (Immunity) EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3 Electrical and Laser Safety EN60950-1 (TUV), UL 60950-1 ( Quality and Reliability Table 16. MTBF Parameter Specifications AT-DC2552XS L2 Data Center Switch with 2 power supplies and 2 61,320 hours fans...
Stack Installation Guide for AT-2552XS L2 Data Center Switch RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Pinouts Figure 39 illustrates the pin layout of an RJ-45 connector and port. Figure 39. RJ-45 Connector and Port Pin Layout Table 17 lists the pin signals for 10 and 100 Mbps. Table 17.