Alcatel OMNISWITCH 8800 Getting Started Manual
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Page 1: Omniswitch 8800
® OmniSwitch 8800 Getting Started Guide 060182-10, Rev. D March 2005... - Page 2 Warning. Only personnel knowledgeable in basic electrical and mechanical procedures should install or maintain this equipment. Lithium Batteries Caution. There is a danger of explosion if the Lithium battery in your chassis is incorrectly replaced. Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents OmniSwitch 8800 ......1 Installing the Network Interface (NI) and Chassis Management Modules (CMMs) ..13 Features . - Page 4 Files and Directories Setting the Date and Time ....27 ....38 Setting Optional System Boot and Image Files .
- Page 5 Troubleshooting ......49 OS8-10GNI-UR1 Front Panel ....63 The WebView login screen does not User Documentation on CD .
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Page 7: Omniswitch 8800
Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. Hardware Features / MO The OmniSwitch 8800 is an 18-slot switch designed for the medium enterprise core or large wiring closet. The OmniSwitch 8800 offers up to 384 10/100 Ethernet ports, up to 384 Gigabit Ethernet ports, or up to 16 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for use as a core switch. -
Page 8: Availability Features
Hot Swapping • Hardware Monitoring • Power Checking Sequence • For more information on Availability features, refer to the OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide, the OmniSwitch 7700/7800/8800 Switch Management Guide, and the OmniSwitch 7700/7800/8800 Network Configuration Guide. OmniSwitch 8800 March 2005... -
Page 9: Installing The Hardware
Installing the Hardware Items Required Electrical Requirements Grounding wrist strap (included) OmniSwitch 8800 switches have the following general electri- • cal requirements: Phillips screwdriver (not included) • Each switch requires one grounded AC outlet for each • Flat-blade screwdriver (not included) power supply (up to four) installed in the chassis. -
Page 10: Weight Considerations
When fully-populated (i.e., with all CMM, SFM, and NI Documentation CD containing the following manuals: • modules, fan trays and power supplies installed), the OmniSwitch 8800 weighs approximately 220 lbs (100 Kgs). OmniSwitch 8800 Getting Started Guide OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide Items Included... -
Page 11: Unpacking And Installing The Switch
( O ) position. For instructions on removing power the box. Removing these inserts allows the overpack to be supplies that are currently operating in an existing switch, removed. refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide. March 2005 Installing the Hardware... -
Page 12: Power Supply Removal Instructions
With one hand, grasp the handle at the front of the Power Supply Removal Instructions power supply and slowly pull the power supply out of the Loosen the four captive screws, located at the four power supply bay. Do not pull the power supply corners of the power supply’s front panel. -
Page 13: Lifting The Chassis
Once its weight has been reduced by removing the power Note. Due to their weight, access, and airflow require- supplies, the chassis can be lifted from the packaging material ments, OmniSwitch 8800 switches cannot be wall- and moved to the location where it is to be installed (see mounted. -
Page 14: Module Access Considerations
Never obstruct the air intake vents located at the bottom-front Rack-Mounting and bottom-sides of the chassis or the fan unit’s air output vents located at the rear of the chassis. Refer to the important guidelines below before installing the OmniSwitch chassis in a rack. Note. - Page 15 Once the holes are aligned, use a third person to insert a screw through the bottom hole on each bracket. Tighten both screws until they are secure. Note. Be sure to install the screws in the bottom hole of Attach the second bracket to the opposite front side of each bracket, as shown, before proceeding.
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Page 16: Stand-Alone
Installing Power Supplies Stand-Alone The OmniSwitch 8800 can be installed unmounted as a stand- Reinstall the power supplies in the chassis power supply bays alone unit. Be sure that the installation location is a stable, flat by following the steps below. - Page 17 Continue sliding the power supply back until the front Remove the two screws on the top of the power cord panel meets the front of the chassis. Do not force the retainer with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Do not discard power supply into the bay. Otherwise you can damage the these screws;...
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Page 18: Using The Grounding Wrist Strap And Chassis Grounding Lug
Do not use an extension cord. Install all remaining power supplies by repeating steps 1 through 11 for each power supply. Note. For OmniSwitch 8800 switches using DC power, the power cord connector snaps into the connector socket. A cable retainer is not used. -
Page 19: Installing The Network Interface (Ni) And Chassis Management Modules (Cmms)
52 or, for detailed information, refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hard- ware Users Guide. Important. For the grounding wrist strap to be effective NI modules cannot be installed in CMM slots A or B; like- in eliminating ESD, the power supplies must be installed wise, CMMs cannot be installed in any NI slot position. - Page 20 Note. To further reduce exposure to electrostatic discharge To install an NI or CMM module, follow the steps below. (ESD) and physical damage, do not remove more than one module at a time from the factory packaging. Unpack one Holding the module in both hands, carefully slide it module, immediately install the module in the chassis, into the chassis card guide.
- Page 21 When the module is nearly seated in the slot, be sure Once the module is firmly seated, secure the module to that the two extractor levers—one on top of the module the chassis by tightening the two captive screws. Be sure and one on the bottom—are slightly opened (approxi- not to overtighten the captive screws.
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Page 22: Installing Minigbic Connectors
Installing MiniGBIC Connectors Push the MiniGBIC into the slot until it clicks into place. If you are installing an OS8-GNI-U8 or OS8-GNI-U24 GNI Module module, you must install Miniature Gigabit Interface Convert- ers (MiniGBICs) as required. These MiniGBICs are packaged separately. -
Page 23: Installing Xenpak Modules
Installing Xenpak Modules Align the groove on the XENPAK module with the guide rails on the OS8-10GNI-UR1’s circuit board as If you are installing an OS8-10GNI-UR1, you must install shown below: Xenpaks (10 Gigabit Ethernet modules) as required. These 10GNI Module Xenpaks are packaged separately. -
Page 24: Installing Sfms
SFM provides redundancy. For more information on redun- dancy, refer to page 52 or, for detailed information, refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide. More Information on Slot Numbering. For a diagram showing the chassis layout and slot positions, refer to page... -
Page 25: Blank Cover Plates
When the SFM is nearly seated in the slot, be sure that Once the SFM is firmly seated, secure the SFM to the the two extractor levers—one on the left of the SFM and chassis by tightening the two captive screws. Be sure not one on the right—are slightly opened (approximately 30 to overtighten the captive screws. -
Page 26: Connections And Cabling
Modem Connections. If you require a modem connec- tion to the switch, you must convert the console port to support modem connections by installing a hardware jumper on the CMM. Refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide for details. Connections and Cabling... -
Page 27: Emp Cable Requirements
Refer to the diagram below for console/modem port and EMP EMP Cable Requirements locations. There are specific cable type requirements (i.e., straight- through or crossover) based on the location of the EMP port and the type of device to which it is connecting. Refer to the information below: EMP to a Switch Straight-... -
Page 28: Booting The Switch
For descriptions of CMM, SFM, and NI LED states, see pages nents, including power supplies, should display as follows: through 63. For information on power supply LED states, refer to the OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide. CMM OK1 Solid Green... -
Page 29: Your First Login Session
Your First Login Session Logging In to the Switch In order to complete the setup process for the switch, you should complete the following steps during your first login session: When you first log in to the switch, you will be prompted for a login (i.e., user) name and password. -
Page 30: Setting Ip Address Information For The Emp
More Information On User Accounts. A user account Enter modify boot parameters at the CLI prompt. The includes a login name, password, and user privileges. boot prompt displays: Privileges determine whether the user has read or write Boot > access to the switch and which commands the user is authorized to execute. -
Page 31: Unlocking Session Types
EMP will be able to manage the switch through that port. For information on allowing devices in Security is a key feature on OmniSwitch 8800 switches. As a other subnets to manage the switch via the EMP, refer to result, when you access the switch for the first time, you must the OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide. -
Page 32: How Many Sessions Are Allowed
Note. Be sure to remember or securely record all new Total sessions (Telnet, FTP, 21 concurrent sessions passwords; overriding configured passwords on HTTP, Secure Shell and OmniSwitch 8800 switches is restricted. Secure Shell FTP, console) SNMP sessions allowed 50 concurrent sessions Your First Login Session... -
Page 33: Setting The System Time Zone
New password settings are automatically saved in real time to To enable Daylight Savings time, enter the following the local user database; the user is not required to enter an command. additional command in order to save the password informa- ->... -
Page 34: Setting Optional System Information
Setting Optional System Specifying a System Name Information The system name is a simple, user-defined text description for This section provides information on configuring optional the switch. system parameters, including: To specify a system name, enter system name, followed by a the switch’s administrative contact text description of up to 254 characters. -
Page 35: Viewing Your Changes
Viewing Your Changes Modifying the Serial Connection Settings To view your current changes, enter show system at the CLI prompt. The switch’s serial connection defaults are listed on page If you wish to modify the default serial connection settings (i.e., baud rate, parity, data bits, and stop bits), refer to the Saving Your Changes following steps. - Page 36 This completes the initial setup process. Your Alcatel You can save your changes to the boot.params file by OmniSwitch 8800 switch is now ready for additional configu- entering commit file at the boot prompt: ration and network operation. Refer to the following sections for more information on using your switch, as well as addi- Boot >...
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Page 37: Cli Basics
CLI Basics The Command Line Interface (CLI) allows you to configure Note. The software supports vt100 terminal emulation; and monitor your switch by entering single-line commands. CLI assistance features may be limited if your terminal The CLI can be accessed through terminal or Telnet sessions. emulation software is using a setting other than vt100. -
Page 38: Command Line (?) Help
Command Line (?) Help Partial Keyword Completion The CLI provides additional help in the form of the question The CLI has a partial keyword recognition feature. Instead of mark (?) character. The ? character provides information that typing an entire keyword, you can type only the minimum helps you build your command syntax. -
Page 39: Inserting Characters
Inserting Characters Prefix Recognition To insert a character between characters that are already typed, Prefix recognition is a CLI feature that reduces redundant use the Left and Right Arrow keys to place the cursor into command line entry by storing commonly-used prefix infor- position, then type the new character. -
Page 40: Prefix Prompt
Prefix Prompt 11 modify boot parameters 12 show history You can set the CLI to display the current command prefix as the command prompt by entering the following command: Note that the most recent commands are displayed lower in the list. -
Page 41: Command Logging
When command logging is enabled via the command-log Command Logging enable syntax, a file called command.log is automatically OmniSwitch 8800 switches provide command logging. This created in the switch’s /flash directory. Once enabled, configu- feature allows users to record up to 100 of the most recent ration commands entered on the command line will be commands entered via Telnet and console sessions. -
Page 42: Common Cli Commands
Common CLI Commands show cmm Displays basic hardware and status information for CMM modules in The following table lists some basic CLI commands that will the chassis. help you get acquainted with the CLI interface. Enter each show fabric Displays the status and configura- command exactly as shown. -
Page 43: Offline Configuring
Scheduling a Configuration File to be Applied at a Later Time You can configure OmniSwitch 8800 switches using an You can apply a file to the switch immediately, or you can ASCII-based text file. This is referred to as offline configur- schedule a file to be applied either at a specific date and time ing. -
Page 44: Files And Directories
Files and Directories Boot and Image Files boot.cfg File Although the switch’s flash memory can contain many file The boot.cfg file stores your network configuration parame- types (e.g., log and snapshot files), there are three specific file ters. When you first boot the switch, no boot.cfg file is types that provide key switch and network functions. -
Page 45: Image Files
Ewebrout.img Provides WebView configuration of basic routing features. For a complete list of OmniSwitch 8800 image files, along Ewebqos.img Provides WebView configuration of with their functions, refer to the table below. Quality of Service (QoS) features. -
Page 46: Working And Certified Directories
/flash/certified directory. Certified Directory OmniSwitch 8800 switches are shipped with 32 MB of flash memory. This memory is used to store files, including boot and image files, that are used for switch operations. -
Page 47: How Can I Tell Which Directory The Switch Is Currently Using
tested, the contents of the /flash/working directory can be How can I tell which directory the switch is currently using? copied to the /flash/certified directory via the copy working certified command. When you first boot the switch, the /flash/working directory is What happens when the switch boots? used;... -
Page 48: Working And Certified Are Different
Working and Certified Are Different My Working and Certified directories are different. Can I force a reboot from the Working directory? If the software in the /flash/working directory differs even slightly from the software in the /flash/certified directory, the Yes. If its configuration and image files are known to be reli- switch will automatically run from the /flash/certified direc- able, you can override the default and initiate a reboot from the tory... -
Page 49: Loading Software
Loading Software The following section describes the procedure for loading new Using your FTP client or the CLI’s rm command, release software to your switch. Note that the procedure varies delete all .img files from the /flash/working directory. slightly for non-redundant (single CMM) and redundant (dual You can use the asterisk (*) wildcard to delete all .img CMM) configurations. -
Page 50: Redundant Configurations
Redundant Configurations Use the install command after the software files have been transferred to the switch via FTP. For example: Verify that the OK1 LED is solid green and the OK2 -> install /flash/working/*.img LED is flashing green on both the primary and secondary CMM modules. - Page 51 Using your FTP client, upload all required .img files During this reload, the secondary CMM takes over the primary from the new software release to the primary CMM’s role and the switch runs from the /flash/working directory /flash/working directory. (i.e., the new release software) until the next system reboot. Meanwhile, the software in the /flash/certified directory Use the install command after the software files have remains unchanged and available as a last known good version...
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Page 52: Using Webview
Using WebView Required Image Files The switch can be configured and monitored using WebView, Alcatel’s Web-based device management tool. WebView soft- ware is pre-installed in the switch; you are not required to load In order to access WebView, the following image files must be additional software. -
Page 53: Logging In To Webview
Logging In to WebView Enter the user name and password at the login prompt. Remember, if you have already changed the user name and Note. Before attempting to establish a WebView session, password for your switch, be sure to use the new information. be sure that you have first unlocked the HTTP session If you have not changed your user name or password, the type via the aaa authentication command. - Page 54 Navigate the application by clicking on the “Configuration Site Maps. WebView also provides site maps for each Group” buttons in the left-hand toolbar configuration group. Site maps allow you to view complete page contents under each feature. By providing quick, easy access to specific pages, site maps can reduce time spent searching through the WebView application.
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Page 55: Online Help
Online Help Troubleshooting The WebView login screen does not display. General online help is available through the main Help link located in the top WebView banner: This suggests either a physical or network connection issue. Try the following options: Be sure that you have a good physical Ethernet cable •... -
Page 56: Hardware Basics
5, from top to bottom. Power supply bays are also 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 given specific slot numbers. Slot numbers are designated PS-1 through PS-4, from left to right. 9 10 1112 1314 15 16 OmniSwitch 8800 Front Slot Numbering Hardware Basics March 2005... -
Page 57: Chassis Management Module (Cmm)
Chassis Management Module (CMM) The Chassis Management Module (CMM) is the management unit for OmniSwitch 8800 switches. In its role as the manage- ment unit, the CMM provides key system services, including: Console, modem, and Ethernet management port • connections to the switch Software and configuration management, including the •... -
Page 58: Cmm Redundancy
LINK LINK For important information on CMM redundancy, refer to your LINK LINK LINK LINK CONSOLE / MODEM LINK LINK LINK LINK OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide. LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK LINK... -
Page 59: Cmm Front Panel
CMM Front Panel Module Status LEDs Redundancy LEDs OK1. Hardware Status. Displays solid green when powered on PRI. Displays solid green when the CMM is the and the CMM has passed hardware diagnostic tests. Displays primary (active) management module. solid amber when powered on and the CMM has failed hardware diagnostic tests. -
Page 60: Switch Fabric Module (Sfm)
Switch Fabric Module (SFM) OS8800-SFM Switch Fabric Modules (SFMs) allow for communication between modules such as Network Interfaces (NIs) and CMMs on the OmniSwitch 8800 product. SFMs are OS8800-SFM the link between the other removable components of a switch. A complete fabric consists of four SFM modules plus one... -
Page 61: Sfm Front Panel
SFM Front Panel Module Status LEDs OK1. Hardware Status. Displays solid green when powered on and the SFM has passed hardware diagnostic tests. Displays Module Status solid amber when powered on and the SFM has failed hardware LEDs diagnostic tests. OK2. -
Page 62: Network Interface (Ni) Modules
For detailed information on OS8-ENI-C24, OS8- OS8-GNI-C24. Provides 24 high-density twisted-pair • GNI-U8, OS8-GNI-C8, OS8-GNI-U24, OS8-GNI-C24, and 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports. OS8-10GNI-UR1 modules, refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide. Miniature Gigabit Interface Converters (MiniGBICs) ENI Modules The OS8-GNI-U8 module provides 8 Miniature Gigabit Inter-... -
Page 63: 10Gni Modules
10GNI Modules fiber with a serial transceiver, supports distances up to 10 km over single mode fiber; uses SC connectors OmniSwitch 8800 10 Gigabit Network Interface (10GNI) modules provide one redundant wire-rate 10000 Mbps (10 OM-10GNI-ER—10GBASE-E single mode 1550 nm •... -
Page 64: Os8-Eni-C24 Front Panel
OS8-ENI-C24 Front Panel Module Status LEDs OK1. Hardware Status. Displays solid green when powered on and the ENI has passed hardware diagnostic tests. Dis- plays solid amber when powered on and the ENI has failed hardware diagnostic tests. OK2. Software Status. Blinks green when the ENI is opera- Module tional and has successfully loaded software. -
Page 65: Os8-Gni-U8 Front Panel
70 km; uses LC at the corresponding Gigabit Ethernet port. connectors. LINK LINK Note Refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide for information on proper handling of LC con- nectors and fiber-optic cable. March 2005 Hardware Basics... -
Page 66: Os8-Gni-C8 Front Panel
OS8-GNI-C8 Front Panel Module Status LEDs OK1. Hardware Status. Displays solid green when powered on and the module has passed hardware diagnostic tests. Displays solid amber when powered on and the mod- Module ule has failed hardware diagnostic tests. Status LEDs LINK OK2. -
Page 67: Os8-Gni-U24 Front Panel
Gigabit Ethernet port. fiber, supports distances up to 70 km; uses LC connectors. Note Refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users Guide for information on proper handling of LC con- nectors and fiber-optic cable. March 2005 Hardware Basics... -
Page 68: Os8-Gni-C24 Front Panel
OS8-GNI-C24 Front Panel Module Status LEDs OK1. Hardware Status. Displays solid green when powered on and the module has passed hardware diagnostic tests. Displays solid amber when powered on and the mod- Module ule has failed hardware diagnostic tests. Status LEDs OK2. -
Page 69: Os8-10Gni-Ur1 Front Panel
Link. Link Status. This LED will be solid Note green if there is a Xenpak module plugged Refer to your OmniSwitch 8800 Hardware Users into the port. Guide for information on proper handling of SC con- nectors and fiber-optic cable. -
Page 70: User Documentation On Cd
Describes the hardware and software procedures for tions, authenticated switch access, managing switch getting an OmniSwitch 8800 up and running. Also files, system configuration, using SNMP, and using provides information on fundamental aspects of web management software (WebView). -
Page 71: The Login Screen Displays, But My Login General Information
OmniSwitch 7700/7800/8800 Advanced Routing If you cannot locate a button with the document image behind • Configuration Guide the binoculars (as shown), then the global search feature is not available in the version of Acrobat Reader you are currently Includes network configuration procedures and using. - Page 72 User Documentation on CD March 2005...