Allied Telesis AT-PBC18 Quick Install Manual
Allied Telesis AT-PBC18 Quick Install Manual

Allied Telesis AT-PBC18 Quick Install Manual

Rackmountable chassis for use with powerblade series modules

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AT-PBC18
Rackmountable Chassis for use with
PowerBlade Series Modules
Quick Install Guide
PN 613-50145-00 Rev B

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  • Page 1 AT-PBC18 Rackmountable Chassis for use with PowerBlade Series Modules Quick Install Guide PN 613-50145-00 Rev B...
  • Page 2 Copyright 2002 Allied Telesyn, Inc. 960 Stewart Drive Suite B, Sunnyvale CA 94085 USA All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from Allied Telesyn, Inc. Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation. All other product names, company names, logos or other designations mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 3: Electrical Safety And Emission Compliance Statement

    Electrical Safety and Emission Compliance Statement This product meets the following standard: RFI Emission EN55022 Class A, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3 Warning: In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Immunity EN55024 Electrical Safety...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Electrical Safety and Emission Compliance Statement ......iii Welcome to Allied Telesyn ................. vii Where to Find Related Guides ................ vii Document Conventions ..................viii Contacting Allied Telesyn Technical Support ..........viii Online Support ..................viii Telephone Support ..................viii E-mail Support ..................ix Returning Products ..................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Chapter 4 Installing a Power Supply Module ............21 Installing a Main Power Supply ..............23 Installing an Optional Power Suppy .............. 24 Hot Swapping a Power Supply ................ 25 Chapter 5 Installing an Optional Management Module ......... 27 Installing an Optional Management Module ..........
  • Page 7: Welcome To Allied Telesyn

    Welcome to Allied Telesyn This guide contains instructions on how to install an AT-PBC18 PowerBlade Chassis. This guide also contains instructions on how to install the AT-PBC18 in a 19-, 23-, or 25-inch rack and how to install PowerBlade Series Modules.
  • Page 8: Document Conventions

    Document Conventions This guide uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Caution Cautions indicate that performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Warnings indicate that performing or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury.
  • Page 9: E-Mail Support

    PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Australia Japan Tel: 1 (800) 000-880 Tel: (+81) 3-3443-5640 France United Kingdom Belgium, Luxembourg, The Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Netherlands, Middle East, Africa Iceland Tel: (+33) 0-1-60-92-15-25 Tel: (+0044) 1235-442500 E-mail Support Latin America, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Caribbean, and Virgin Islands latin_america@alliedtelesyn.com United Kingdom, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland support_europe@alliedtelesyn.com...
  • Page 10: Ftp Server

    FTP Server If you need management software for an Allied Telesyn managed device and you know the file name of the software, you can download the software by connecting directly to our FTP server at ftp://alliedtelesyn.com. At login, enter ‘anonymous’ for the user name and your e-mail address for the password.
  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Overview

    Chapter 1 Overview The PowerBlade PBC18 is an 18-slot chassis that is designed to hold up to 18 PowerBlade Media Converters and Switches. The chassis can be used on a desktop or installed in a 19-, 23- or 25-inch rack. The front of the chassis has 18-slots for PowerBlade modules along with six LEDs to notify you of power and management status.
  • Page 12: Key Features

    Optional Management Module Expansion Slot PBM02 RS-232 T erminal 10B ase -T Management RESET STATUS MDI-X Main Power Supply Optional Power Supply Expansion Slot (PWR 1) Expansion Slot (PWR 2) Figure 2 PowerBlade PBC18 Back View Key Features 18-slots to “mix and match” hot swappable PowerBlade modules LEDs on the front of the chassis for power and management status Desktop or rackmount installation Front mounted Reset button (for use with the management module...
  • Page 13: Status Leds

    PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Status LEDs Table 1 defines the power and management LEDs. Table 1 Status LEDs Color Description Power Modules PWR1 Green The main power supply is functioning normally. PWR2 Green The optional redundant power supply, if installed, is functioning normally.
  • Page 14: Power Supply

    Power Supply The PowerBlade PBC18 can be either an AC or DC powered chassis. The expansion slot for the main power supply and the optional redundant power supply are located on the back of the chassis. Refer to Figure 2. The main and redundant power supply can be “hot swapped,”...
  • Page 15: Dc Power Supply

    PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide DC Power Supply The DC power supply has a 48 V DC terminal block connector. Figure 4 shows an PowerBlade PBC18 with a DC power supply. PBM02 RS-232 T erminal 10B ase -T Management RESET STATUS MDI-X Figure 4 PowerBlade PBC18 with a DC Power Supply...
  • Page 17: Installing The Powerblade Pbc18

    Chapter 2 Installing the PowerBlade PBC18 This chapter explains how to install the chassis on a desktop or in a 19-, 23- or 25-inch rack. Verifying Package Contents Make sure the following items are included in your package. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Allied Telesyn sales representative for assistance.
  • Page 18: Reviewing Safety Precautions

    Do not expose the chassis to moisture or water. Make sure it is in a dust-free environment. Use dedicated power circuits or power conditioners to supply reliable electrical power to the network devices. Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you install the chassis and the PowerBlade modules.(The first warning applies only if you purchased a module with a fiber optic port.) Warning...
  • Page 19 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Caution Air vents: The air vents must not be blocked on the unit and must have free access to the room ambient air for cooling. Caution Operating Temperature: This product is designed for a maximum ambient temperature of 40°C.
  • Page 20: Installing The Powerblade Pbc18 On A Desktop

    Installing the PowerBlade PBC18 on a Desktop This section explains how to install the chassis on a desktop. To install the chassis in a rack, refer to “Installing the PowerBlade PBC18 in a Rack” on page 14. For desktop installation, perform the procedure below: Remove all the items from the shipping package and store the packaging material in a safe location.
  • Page 21 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide For an AC powered unit, plug one end of the power cord to the back of the power supply and plug the other end to a power outlet. Proceed to Step 6 on page 13 for further instructions. Note If you purchased an optional management module, install the module before applying power to the chassis.
  • Page 22 c. Strip the three wires in the cable tray coming from the DC input power source to 8 millimeters 1 millimeters (0.31 inches 0.039 inches) using a 14-gauge wire-stripping tool. Warning Do not strip more than the recommended amount of wire. Stripping more than the recommended amount can create a safety hazard by leaving exposed wire on the terminal block after installation.
  • Page 23 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide e. Connect the positive feed wire to the terminal block marked + (positive). f. Connect the negative feed wire to the terminal block marked - (negative). Warning Safety Hazard - Check to see if there are any exposed copper strands coming from the installed wires.
  • Page 24: Installing The Powerblade Pbc18 In A Rack

    Installing the PowerBlade PBC18 in a Rack The chassis can be installed in a 19-, 23-, or 25-inch rack. It is recommended that you install the chassis in the rack before installing the PowerBlade modules. For rackmount installation, perform the following procedure: Remove the rubber feet from the bottom of the chassis, if attached, as shown in Figure 10.
  • Page 25 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Note The chassis may be heavy and awkward to lift. It is recommended that you get assistance with the next step. Attach the chassis to the rack with 4 screws (not provided) for each side. See Figure 12.
  • Page 26: Warranty Registration

    Apply power to the chassis by connecting the AC power cord or DC wires. Refer to page 11, Step 4 for an AC unit or Step 5 for a DC unit. Note If you purchased an optional management module, install the module before applying power to the chassis.
  • Page 27: Installing Powerblade Switch And Media Converter Modules

    Chapter 3 Installing PowerBlade Switch and Media Converter Modules This chapter explains how to install PowerBlade Series Switch and Media Converter Modules in the PowerBlade PBC18. Note Refer to the PowerBlade PBC18 Installation Guide for troubleshooting, switch settings, topologies or cabling specifications for your specific PowerBlade module.
  • Page 28 Remove the PowerBlade Switch or Media Converter module from the shipping package and store the packaging material in a safe location. Caution Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge precautions when installing the PowerBlade module in the chassis. Failure to observe this caution could result in damage to the PowerBlade module.
  • Page 29: Hot Swapping A Powerblade Switch Or Media Converter Module

    PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Hot Swapping a PowerBlade Switch or Media Converter Module To hot swap a PowerBlade module, perform the following procedure: Remove the data cables from the failed module. Loosen the thumbscrew and gently slide out the failed module. Remove the new module from the shipping package and store the packaging material in a safe location.
  • Page 31: Installing A Power Supply Module

    Chapter 4 Installing a Power Supply Module The PowerBlade PBC18 has two expansion slots: one for the main power supply and one for an optional power supply. The power module installed in the PWR 1 expansion slot is referred to as the main power supply. The power module installed in the PWR 2 expansion slot is referred to as the optional power supply.
  • Page 32 The PowerBlade Optional Power Modules are available in two models, AT-PBPWRAC for an AC powered chassis and AT-PBPWRDC for a DC powered chassis. Figure 15 and Figure 16 illustrate the two different power supply modules. Power LED PBPWRAC AC INPUT 100-240AC 50-60Hz 3A MAX.
  • Page 33: Installing A Main Power Supply

    PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Installing a Main Power Supply To install a main power supply, perform the following procedure: Remove the PWR 1 blank faceplate from the back of the chassis by loosening the two thumbscrews, as shown in Figure 17. P B M 0 me nt Ma na ge...
  • Page 34: Installing An Optional Power Suppy

    Installing an Optional Power Suppy When installing an optional power supply, it is not necessary to power OFF the chassis. To install an optional power supply, perform the following procedure: Remove the PWR 2 blank faceplate from the back of the chassis by loosening the two thumbscrews, as shown in Figure 19.
  • Page 35: Hot Swapping A Power Supply

    PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Note It is recommended that you connect the main and optional power supplies to separate AC outlets or DC circuits to increase the protection to your chassis from operational failure. Apply power to the module by connecting the AC power cord or DC wires. Refer to page 11, Step 4 for an AC unit or Step 5 for a DC unit.
  • Page 36 Slide the new power supply into the expansion slot, gently seating the power supply’s connector into the chassis’ backplane. Secure the new power supply to the chassis by tightening the two thumbscrews. Note It is recommended that you connect the main and redundant power supplies to separate outlets or DC circuits to increase the proctection to your chassis from operational failure.
  • Page 37: Installing An Optional Management Module

    Chapter 5 Installing an Optional Management Module The management module is an optional unit used to monitor the operating status of the PowerBlade Switch and Media Converters Modules installed in the chassis. The management module expasion slot is located on the back of the PBC18 chassis.
  • Page 38: Installing An Optional Management Module

    Installing an Optional Management Module To install an optional management module, perform the following procedure: Warning Installing an optional management module while the chassis is powered ON could result in damage to the module. Power OFF the chassis by performing one of the following: For an AC model, unplug the power cord from the power outlet and then unplug the power cord from the chassis.
  • Page 39 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Remove the management module from the shipping package and store the packaging material in a safe location. Caution Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge precautions when installing the PowerBlade module in the chassis. Failure to observe this caution could result in damage to the PowerBlade module.
  • Page 40 10. Check to be sure that the LNK LED is green. If the LED is OFF, press the MDI/MDI-X button to the MDI-X (OUT) position. The management module is now ready to be configured. To manage and configure the PowerBlade Optional Management Module, refer to the AT-S31 User’s Guide.
  • Page 41: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Follow the guidelines in this section for testing and troubleshooting the installation in the event a problem occurs. Verify that the PWR1 main power supply and PWR2 optional power supply LEDs are green. If one of the LEDs is OFF, do the following: —...
  • Page 43: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Characteristics W x D x H Dimensions: 44.1 cm x 48.3 cm x 1.7 cm (17.3 in x 19 in x 4.4 in) Weight: 7.65 kg (17 lbs) Temperature Maximum Operating: 0° C to 50° C (32° F to 122° F) Maximum Storage: -25°...
  • Page 45: Translated Safety Statements

    Appendix B Translated Safety Statements Important: This appendix contains multiple-language translations for the safety statements in this guide. Wichtig: Dieser Anhang enthält Übersetzungen der in diesem Handbuch enthaltenen Sicherheitshinweise in mehreren Sprachen. Vigtigt: Dette tillæg indeholder oversættelser i flere sprog af sikkerhedsadvarslerne i denne håndbog.
  • Page 46 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 47 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide ! 11 Electrical - Type Class 1 Equipment This Equipment Must Be Earthed. 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.
  • Page 48 Normen: Dieses Produkt erfüllt die Anforderungen der nachfolgenden Normen. Hochfrequenzstörung EN55022 Klasse A, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3 Warnung: Bei Verwendung zu Hause kann dieses Produkt Funkstörungen hervorrufen. In diesem Fall müßte der Anwender angemessene Gegenmaßnahmen ergreifen. Störsicherheit EN55024 Elektrische Sicherheit EN60950, UL1950 (UL/cUL) Laser EN60825 Sicherheit...
  • Page 49 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide ! 17 Warnung: Ziehen Sie nicht mehr als die empfohlene Drahtlänge ab. Wird mehr als die empfohlene Länge abisoliert, stellt dies ein Sicherheitsrisiko dar, da auf dem Anschlußklemmblock nach der Installation möglicherweise freiliegende Drähte verbleiben. ! 18 Warnung: Bei der Installation dieser Einrichtung ist stets sicherzustellen, daß...
  • Page 50 ! 11 Elektrisk - Klasse 1-udstyr Dette Udstyr Kræver Jordforbindelse. Stikket skal være forbundet med en korrekt installeret jordforbunden stikkontakt. En ukorrekt installeret stikkontakt kan sætte livsfarlig spænding til tilgængelige metaldele. ! 12 Udstyr Til Stikkontakt, stikkontakten bør installeres nær ved udstyret og skal være lettilgængelig.
  • Page 51 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Waarchuwing: Neit in de straal staren. Waarschuwingen Met Betrekking Tot Elektriciteit Waarschuwing: Gevaar Voor Elektrische Schokken Verwijder het deksel niet, teneinde elektrische schokken te voorkomen. Binnenin bevinden zich geen onderdelen die door de gebruiker onderhouden kunnen worden. Dit toestel staat onder gevaarlijke spanning en mag alleen worden geopend door een daartoe opgeleide en bevoegde technicus.
  • Page 52 ! 21 Lithium batterij. Mag alleen worden vervangen door een daartoe opgeleide en bevoegde technicus. Opgelet: Gevaar voor ontploffing indien de batterij verkeerd wordt vergangen. Alleen vervangen door hetzelfde of een gelijkwaardig, door de fabrikant aanbevolen type. Normes: ce produit est conforme aux normes de suivantes: Emission d’interférences radioélectriques EN55022 Classe A, EN61000-3-2,...
  • Page 53 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Connectez toujours le câblage à l’équipement LAN avant de le connecter au disjoncteur. Pour éviter tout risque de blessure corporelle par électrocution, ne travaillez pas lorsque le matériel est sous tension. Assurez-vous toujours que le disjoncteur est bien en position d’arret avant de le connecter au câblage.
  • Page 54 ! 10 Huomautus: Virtajohtoa käytetään virrankatkaisulaitteena. Virta katkaistaan irrottamalla virtajohto. ! 11 Sähkö - Tyyppiluokan 1 Laitteet Tämä Laite Täytyy Maadoittaa. Pistoke täytyy liittää kunnollisesti maadoitettuun pistorasiaan. Virheellisesti johdotettu pistorasia voi altistaa metalliosat vaarallisille jännitteille. ! 12 Pistorasiaan Kytkettävä Laite: pistorasia on asennettava laitteen lähelle ja siihen on oltava esteetön pääsy."...
  • Page 55 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Norme Di Sicurezza Avvertenza: Prodotto laser di Classe 1. Avertenza: Non fissare il raggio con gli occhi. Avvertenze Elettriche Attenzione: Pericolo Di Scosse Elettriche Per evitare scosse elettriche non asportare il coperchio. Le componenti interne non sono riparabili dall’utente. Questa unità ha tensioni pericolose e va aperta solamente da un tecnico specializzato e qualificato.
  • Page 56 ! 21 Batteria al litio - Va sostituita solo da un tecnico specializzato e qualificato. Attenzione: l’errata sostituzione della batteria può causare pericolo di esplosioni. Sostituire solamente con lo stesso tipo o con uno equivalente raccomandato dal produttore. Eliminare le batterie usate secondo le istruzioni del produttore.
  • Page 57 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Du skal alltid først kople ledningene til LAN-utstyret før du kopler ledningene til automatsikringen. Arbeid aldri med ledninger uten at strømmen er slått av, ettersom det ellers kan være fare for personskader som følge av elektrisk støt. Pass alltid på at automatsikringer er slått av før du kopler ledningene til automatsikringen.
  • Page 58 ! 10 Cuidado: O cabo de alimentação é utilizado como um dispositivo de desconexão. Para deseletrificar o equipamento, desconecte o cabo de alimentação. ! 11 Elétrico - Equipamentos Do Tipo Classe 1 Deve Ser Feita Ligação De Fio Terra Para Este Equipamento. O plugue de alimentação deve ser conectado a uma tomada com adequada ligação de fio terra.
  • Page 59 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide Seguridad eléctrica EN60950, UL1950 (UL/cUL) Laser EN60825 Seguridad ¡Advertencia! Producto láser Clase 1. ¡Advertencia! No mirat fijamente el haz. Avisos Electricos Advertencia: Peligro De Electrochoque Para evitar un electrochoque, no quite la tapa. No hay ningún componente en el interior al cual puede prestar servicio el usuario.
  • Page 60 ! 19 Cuidado: “Riesgo de seguridad” Cerciórese de que no haya hilos de cobre pelados que salgan del alambre instalado. Cuando dicha instalación se realiza correctamente, los hilos de cobre pelados no deben salir del bloque terminal. Todo alambre pelado puede conducir niveles de electricidad nocivos a la persona que lo toca.
  • Page 61 PowerBlade PBC18 Quick Install Guide ! 15 Alla Länder: Installera produkten i enlighet med lokala och statliga bestämmelser för elektrisk utrustning. ! 16 Varning: Av säkerhetsskäl skall en 10 A automatsäkring anslutas till försörjningsänden på kabeln som används till denna LAN-utrustning. Ledningar skall alltid anslutas till LAN-utrustningen innan ledningarna ansluts till automatsäkringen.

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