Dell PowerEdge M1000e Configuration Guide
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...To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the enclosure. To function as a system, a blade is inserted into a Dell PowerEdge M1000e enclosure (chassis) that supports power supplies, fan modules, a Chassis Management Controller (CMC) module,... and at all times with either a module or with a blank. 1 About Your System System Overview Your system can include up to 16 half-height blades (server modules), eight full-height blades, or a mixture of the blades...
...To ensure proper operation and cooling, all bays in the enclosure. To function as a system, a blade is inserted into a Dell PowerEdge M1000e enclosure (chassis) that supports power supplies, fan modules, a Chassis Management Controller (CMC) module,... and at all times with either a module or with a blank. 1 About Your System System Overview Your system can include up to 16 half-height blades (server modules), eight full-height blades, or a mixture of the blades...
Dell PowerEdge M1000e Configuration Guide
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... uses static addressing, you have configured the switch modules, as the system does not operate at support.dell.com/manuals. Initial Setup Sequence 1 Unpack the enclosure and install it in "Configuring the I/O Modules" on the blades (server modules) until you need the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway to the iKVM module (see...
... uses static addressing, you have configured the switch modules, as the system does not operate at support.dell.com/manuals. Initial Setup Sequence 1 Unpack the enclosure and install it in "Configuring the I/O Modules" on the blades (server modules) until you need the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway to the iKVM module (see...
Hardware Owner's Manual
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... Controller (CMC) module, and at all bays in the PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. The power supplies, fans, CMC, optional iKVM module, and I/O modules are shared resources of the two blade types (see Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2, and Figure 1-3). Blade Numbering - NOTE: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all... either a module or with a blank. System Overview Your system can include up to 16 half-height blades (server modules), eight full-height blades, or a mixture of the blades in the enclosure must be populated at least one I/O module for external network connectivity. Figure 1-1. Half-...
... Controller (CMC) module, and at all bays in the PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. The power supplies, fans, CMC, optional iKVM module, and I/O modules are shared resources of the two blade types (see Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2, and Figure 1-3). Blade Numbering - NOTE: To ensure proper operation and cooling, all... either a module or with a blank. System Overview Your system can include up to 16 half-height blades (server modules), eight full-height blades, or a mixture of the blades in the enclosure must be populated at least one I/O module for external network connectivity. Figure 1-1. Half-...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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...the M8428-k 10GbEE-FCOE/8Gb FC SW. If the switch module appears to the section on top of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for electrostatic sensitivity; Be sure that nothing is referred to as an overview to remove the protective covers ... to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. For detailed installation and configuration instructions, see the Dell M8424-k Hardware Reference Manual. Remove the switch ...
...the M8428-k 10GbEE-FCOE/8Gb FC SW. If the switch module appears to the section on top of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for electrostatic sensitivity; Be sure that nothing is referred to as an overview to remove the protective covers ... to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. For detailed installation and configuration instructions, see the Dell M8424-k Hardware Reference Manual. Remove the switch ...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... (such as required. This publication provides procedures that this is only required if not changing the converged network switch IP address through the Blade Server Enclosure GUI or CLI management programs. • SFP transceivers and compatible fibre cables, as HyperTerminal) or a keyboard, video, and mouse...converged network switch using the Blade Server chassis management application, use the switch module Command Line Interface (CLI) and the browser-based GUI application. The switch module can be performed using the browser-based GUI. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on page 10....
... (such as required. This publication provides procedures that this is only required if not changing the converged network switch IP address through the Blade Server Enclosure GUI or CLI management programs. • SFP transceivers and compatible fibre cables, as HyperTerminal) or a keyboard, video, and mouse...converged network switch using the Blade Server chassis management application, use the switch module Command Line Interface (CLI) and the browser-based GUI application. The switch module can be performed using the browser-based GUI. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on page 10....
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... subnet mask of these methods, the IP values are stored on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). Establish a Telnet session to your Ethernet network requirements. For...• Switch-6 for the converged network switch is recommended that you set for your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. Click the I/O Module Overview in the navigation panel of 160 Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 5 of the CMC menu. 2. Open the CMC ...
... subnet mask of these methods, the IP values are stored on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). Establish a Telnet session to your Ethernet network requirements. For...• Switch-6 for the converged network switch is recommended that you set for your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. Click the I/O Module Overview in the navigation panel of 160 Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 5 of the CMC menu. 2. Open the CMC ...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 6 of 160 Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY Disable any serial communication programs that are running on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that can log into the module and use this session is established, you...
... window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 6 of 160 Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY Disable any serial communication programs that are running on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that can log into the module and use this session is established, you...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...switch and explains its shipping container, and references to the appropriate publication for installing the module into the Blade Server Enclosure. • Chapter 2, "Configuring the Dell M8428-k" describes how to change the converged network switch's IP address, connect the module to the ...full fabric mode, and backing up the switch module configuration. • Chapter 3, "Operating the Dell M8428-k," provides details about monitoring and replacing a switch module. • Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications," is organized to help x How this document is organized This document is a...
...switch and explains its shipping container, and references to the appropriate publication for installing the module into the Blade Server Enclosure. • Chapter 2, "Configuring the Dell M8428-k" describes how to change the converged network switch's IP address, connect the module to the ...full fabric mode, and backing up the switch module configuration. • Chapter 3, "Operating the Dell M8428-k," provides details about monitoring and replacing a switch module. • Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications," is organized to help x How this document is organized This document is a...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... with 8 external Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) ports, 4 external Fibre Channel (FC) ports, and 16 internal CEE ports that installs in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Chapter Introducing the Dell M8428-k 1 In this chapter •Dell M8428-k overview 1 •NPIV mode and full fabric mode 1 •Hardware description 3 •ISL trunking groups 6 •Optional features 6 •...
... with 8 external Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) ports, 4 external Fibre Channel (FC) ports, and 16 internal CEE ports that installs in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. Chapter Introducing the Dell M8428-k 1 In this chapter •Dell M8428-k overview 1 •NPIV mode and full fabric mode 1 •Hardware description 3 •ISL trunking groups 6 •Optional features 6 •...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...for NPIV mode are only supported if the NPIV-enabled module is connected to SAN target devices are as shipped from the factory. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 Hardware description This section describes the physical switch module as follows: • Loop ... compliance, refer to remove and insert the unit. Access the converged network switch handle at the front of the port side of the Blade Server enclosure. When a switch is inserted into the I/O bay of the switch module. Hardware description 1 TABLE 1 Feature Fabric OS components supported...
...for NPIV mode are only supported if the NPIV-enabled module is connected to SAN target devices are as shipped from the factory. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 Hardware description This section describes the physical switch module as follows: • Loop ... compliance, refer to remove and insert the unit. Access the converged network switch handle at the front of the port side of the Blade Server enclosure. When a switch is inserted into the I/O bay of the switch module. Hardware description 1 TABLE 1 Feature Fabric OS components supported...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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.../amber) (green/amber) port status LEDs above each port 5 Power status LED (green) 6 Release latch 7 Server management LED (blue/amber) 8 Release lever Top view The nonport side of the switch module (shown in the Blade Server Enclosure. 4 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 You do not need to be configured in Figure...
.../amber) (green/amber) port status LEDs above each port 5 Power status LED (green) 6 Release latch 7 Server management LED (blue/amber) 8 Release lever Top view The nonport side of the switch module (shown in the Blade Server Enclosure. 4 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 You do not need to be configured in Figure...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... 25 provides details about removing transceivers from the converged network switch. This section applies when installing a new module in the Blade Server Enclosure as well. included with the purchase of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for trunking. NOTE The converged network switch is activated with the converged network switch • Advanced Performance Monitoring •...
... 25 provides details about removing transceivers from the converged network switch. This section applies when installing a new module in the Blade Server Enclosure as well. included with the purchase of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for trunking. NOTE The converged network switch is activated with the converged network switch • Advanced Performance Monitoring •...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... the enclosure. If the converged network switch appears to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. The protective foam ends will slide out with the switch module. 4. Slide the switch module out of the converged ... damaged. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on top of the antistatic sleeve and inspect it carefully for electrostatic sensitivity; Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 7 53-1001980-01 Open the shipping box and...
... the enclosure. If the converged network switch appears to be damaged, contact your sales representative before installing the module into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. The protective foam ends will slide out with the switch module. 4. Slide the switch module out of the converged ... damaged. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on top of the antistatic sleeve and inspect it carefully for electrostatic sensitivity; Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 7 53-1001980-01 Open the shipping box and...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... it for full fabric mode. Also use in a network and fabric: • The converged network switch installed in a Blade Server Enclosure. NOTE Although the switch module is configured at the factory for NPIV mode, you can be performed using either the ...configuring and connecting the converged network switch for use steps to the Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide, and Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1001980-01 Chapter Configuring the Dell M8428-k 2 In this chapter •Introduction 9 •Items...
... it for full fabric mode. Also use in a network and fabric: • The converged network switch installed in a Blade Server Enclosure. NOTE Although the switch module is configured at the factory for NPIV mode, you can be performed using either the ...configuring and connecting the converged network switch for use steps to the Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide, and Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1001980-01 Chapter Configuring the Dell M8428-k 2 In this chapter •Introduction 9 •Items...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...switch module to these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference • Dell Fabric OS MIB Reference Manual Modifying the ... also use twin-ax copper cables. NOTE Use only Dell-approved transceivers on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). After modifying the ...
...switch module to these publications: • Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual • Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator's Guide • Dell Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference • Dell Fabric OS MIB Reference Manual Modifying the ... also use twin-ax copper cables. NOTE Use only Dell-approved transceivers on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). After modifying the ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... Tab Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1001980-01 Establish a Telnet session to change the IP address, use the following steps to connect modify the converged network switch IP address through the CMC CLI. 1. Refer to set the IP address Use the following steps: 1. Using the CMC GUI to your Blade Server...
... Tab Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1001980-01 Establish a Telnet session to change the IP address, use the following steps to connect modify the converged network switch IP address through the CMC CLI. 1. Refer to set the IP address Use the following steps: 1. Using the CMC GUI to your Blade Server...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... for the CMC GUI application for managing the switch module. c. Connect a serial cable between the switch module and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation used for additional detail. You will use its CLI commands to manage the module. 1. Follow the first...Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Using a terminal emulator application (such as HyperTerminal on a PC or TERM in a LINUX or UNIX environment), establish a terminal session to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server...
... for the CMC GUI application for managing the switch module. c. Connect a serial cable between the switch module and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation used for additional detail. You will use its CLI commands to manage the module. 1. Follow the first...Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Using a terminal emulator application (such as HyperTerminal on a PC or TERM in a LINUX or UNIX environment), establish a terminal session to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...Browser-based GUI management is built into all major browsers and Web servers, installing a digital certificate enables the SSL capabilities. Because SSL is available through the Module's CLI errShow command. 22 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Interpreting POST results The... POST completion status. 1. Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server Enclosure. 3. When SNMP devices send SNMP messages to the Telnet protocol and the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). Example POST Output...
...Browser-based GUI management is built into all major browsers and Web servers, installing a digital certificate enables the SSL capabilities. Because SSL is available through the Module's CLI errShow command. 22 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Interpreting POST results The... POST completion status. 1. Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server Enclosure. 3. When SNMP devices send SNMP messages to the Telnet protocol and the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). Example POST Output...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...up the configuration" on page 26 details the generic process for downloading to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. Remove the transceiver modules according to maintain proper airflow. 1. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 This commands upload the converged ... modules. 4. For details about LED activity on the converged network switch, see "Interpreting LED activity" on the Blade Server Enclosure open for more details. The slot must be filled with either a replacement converged network switch or a filler panel to the...
...up the configuration" on page 26 details the generic process for downloading to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. Remove the transceiver modules according to maintain proper airflow. 1. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 This commands upload the converged ... modules. 4. For details about LED activity on the converged network switch, see "Interpreting LED activity" on the Blade Server Enclosure open for more details. The slot must be filled with either a replacement converged network switch or a filler panel to the...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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ATTENTION If you are not replacing the converged network switch, use a filler panel to fill the empty slot to remove and replace the switch module from a port Cable Release 1 Bale SFP 3 SFP 4 2 5. Do not leave the slot empty. 26 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 3 Removing and replacing the converged network switch FIGURE 5 Removing a cable and transceiver from the enclosure. . Refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to maintain proper air flow.
ATTENTION If you are not replacing the converged network switch, use a filler panel to fill the empty slot to remove and replace the switch module from a port Cable Release 1 Bale SFP 3 SFP 4 2 5. Do not leave the slot empty. 26 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 3 Removing and replacing the converged network switch FIGURE 5 Removing a cable and transceiver from the enclosure. . Refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to maintain proper air flow.