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...Installing a Module 33 Installing a Submodule 33 Connecting the Ground Wire 34 Connecting and Configuring Power 34 Connecting AC Power Cords 34 Connecting DC Power Cords 35 Configuring AC Power Sources 35 Installing the Fan Assembly 36 Installing Cables 36 Connecting the Console... Module Cables 37 Installing Cabling 38 Bench-Mounted Switch 38 Rack-Mounted Switch 38 Cable Binding 38 Post-installation Checklist 39 CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Configuring the Switch 7700 and a Local Terminal 41 Setting Terminal Parameters 41 Booting the Switch 7700 44 Powering up and Booting 45 MAINTAINING SOFTWARE ...
...Installing a Module 33 Installing a Submodule 33 Connecting the Ground Wire 34 Connecting and Configuring Power 34 Connecting AC Power Cords 34 Connecting DC Power Cords 35 Configuring AC Power Sources 35 Installing the Fan Assembly 36 Installing Cables 36 Connecting the Console... Module Cables 37 Installing Cabling 38 Bench-Mounted Switch 38 Rack-Mounted Switch 38 Cable Binding 38 Post-installation Checklist 39 CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Configuring the Switch 7700 and a Local Terminal 41 Setting Terminal Parameters 41 Booting the Switch 7700 44 Powering up and Booting 45 MAINTAINING SOFTWARE ...
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... Replacing the Fan Assembly 59 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting the Configuration 61 No information is displayed on the terminal 61 The displayed characters are illegible 61 Troubleshooting Power 61 Troubleshooting the Fan 62 Troubleshooting the Modules 62 SWITCH 7700 CABLES Console Cable 63 AUX Cable 63 Electrical... Port Connector 64 Optical Fiber Cable Connectors 65 OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR SWITCH Register Your Product to Gain Service Benefits 67 Purchase Value-...
... Replacing the Fan Assembly 59 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting the Configuration 61 No information is displayed on the terminal 61 The displayed characters are illegible 61 Troubleshooting Power 61 Troubleshooting the Fan 62 Troubleshooting the Modules 62 SWITCH 7700 CABLES Console Cable 63 AUX Cable 63 Electrical... Port Connector 64 Optical Fiber Cable Connectors 65 OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR SWITCH Register Your Product to Gain Service Benefits 67 Purchase Value-...
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...on the screen. ABOUT THIS GUIDE Conventions This guide describes the 3Com® Switch 7700 and how to software and product documentation: http://www.3com.com Table 1 lists icon conventions that are responsible for your switch. This guide is intended for example: Press Ctrl+Alt+Del ... or instructions. Table 2 lists text conventions that are used throughout this guide. Always download the Release Notes for configuring, using, and managing the switches. It assumes a working knowledge of data or potential damage to potential loss of local area network (LAN) operations...
...on the screen. ABOUT THIS GUIDE Conventions This guide describes the 3Com® Switch 7700 and how to software and product documentation: http://www.3com.com Table 1 lists icon conventions that are responsible for your switch. This guide is intended for example: Press Ctrl+Alt+Del ... or instructions. Table 2 lists text conventions that are used throughout this guide. Always download the Release Notes for configuring, using, and managing the switches. It assumes a working knowledge of data or potential damage to potential loss of local area network (LAN) operations...
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...descriptions of command line interface (CLI) commands, that accompanies your Switch 7700: ■ Switch 7700 Command Reference Guide - Examples: From the Help menu, select Contents. Boldface type is defined in the text. Describes how to configure your Switch 7700. ■ Switch 7700 Configuration Guide- For example, "Use the display user-interface command to... Words in bold Description Italics are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com/ Identify menu names, menu commands, and software button names.
...descriptions of command line interface (CLI) commands, that accompanies your Switch 7700: ■ Switch 7700 Command Reference Guide - Examples: From the Help menu, select Contents. Boldface type is defined in the text. Describes how to configure your Switch 7700. ■ Switch 7700 Configuration Guide- For example, "Use the display user-interface command to... Words in bold Description Italics are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com/ Identify menu names, menu commands, and software button names.
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Fabric Module 11 Table 4 lists Fabric specifications. Fixed Ports The Switch 7700 Fabric module provides the following submodules: ■ 4-port 1000BASE-X-GBIC submodule ■ 4-port 10/100/1000BASE-T submodule For more information ...slot in ) External ports Maximum power consumption One console port that supports local and remote dial-up configuration management of the switch. One 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX port for functions such as remote system debugging, configuration, maintenance, and management. Table 4 Fabric Specifications Item Fabric 64 (3C16857 or 3C16857R) Fabric 32...
Fabric Module 11 Table 4 lists Fabric specifications. Fixed Ports The Switch 7700 Fabric module provides the following submodules: ■ 4-port 1000BASE-X-GBIC submodule ■ 4-port 10/100/1000BASE-T submodule For more information ...slot in ) External ports Maximum power consumption One console port that supports local and remote dial-up configuration management of the switch. One 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX port for functions such as remote system debugging, configuration, maintenance, and management. Table 4 Fabric Specifications Item Fabric 64 (3C16857 or 3C16857R) Fabric 32...
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...9632; 20-Port 1000BASE-X-SFP Module (3C16862) ■ 1-Port 10GBASE-R-XENPAK Module (3C16875) Consider the following when selecting I/O modules: ■ You can configure several I/O modules of the same type ■ All I/O module slots are the same and any combination of I/O modules can be inserted ■ You... must select I/O module port cables that are compatible with each installed I /O Modules The Switch 7700 provides slots for an illustration of the RJ-45 connector and MDI/MDI-X pinout details. Figure 5 illustrates the 48-port 10/100BASE-T Auto...
...9632; 20-Port 1000BASE-X-SFP Module (3C16862) ■ 1-Port 10GBASE-R-XENPAK Module (3C16875) Consider the following when selecting I/O modules: ■ You can configure several I/O modules of the same type ■ All I/O module slots are the same and any combination of I/O modules can be inserted ■ You... must select I/O module port cables that are compatible with each installed I /O Modules The Switch 7700 provides slots for an illustration of the RJ-45 connector and MDI/MDI-X pinout details. Figure 5 illustrates the 48-port 10/100BASE-T Auto...
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... the power is off before plugging or unplugging the modules and cables of the Switch 7700: ■ Preparing to the console or AUX port. Never connect telephone cables ... a Module ■ Installing a Submodule ■ Connecting the Ground Wire ■ Connecting and Configuring Power ■ Installing the Fan Assembly ■ Installing Cables ■ Connecting Module Cables ■... maintain 3Com products. Preparing to Install This section provides guidelines for installation. General Safety Recommendations Before installing your site and switch for preparing your switch, note...
... the power is off before plugging or unplugging the modules and cables of the Switch 7700: ■ Preparing to the console or AUX port. Never connect telephone cables ... a Module ■ Installing a Submodule ■ Connecting the Ground Wire ■ Connecting and Configuring Power ■ Installing the Fan Assembly ■ Installing Cables ■ Connecting Module Cables ■... maintain 3Com products. Preparing to Install This section provides guidelines for installation. General Safety Recommendations Before installing your site and switch for preparing your switch, note...
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.../DSU) or other data communications equipment (DCE) equipment (such as a modem) ■ Configuration terminal, such as a PC ■ Additional equipment for the selected interface modules Installing the Chassis You can install the Switch 7700 in the cabinet: Cabinet 1 Carry the switch to the front of the chassis (opposite the fan frame). 2 Insert the wiring...
.../DSU) or other data communications equipment (DCE) equipment (such as a modem) ■ Configuration terminal, such as a PC ■ Additional equipment for the selected interface modules Installing the Chassis You can install the Switch 7700 in the cabinet: Cabinet 1 Carry the switch to the front of the chassis (opposite the fan frame). 2 Insert the wiring...
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... 3Com recommends that the ground wire of the switch be less than 1 ohm. Figure 20 illustrates the single power cord connection for a 7- WARNING: The resistance between switch chassis and the ground should be channelled through an external protection device into a socket strip with surge protector. Connecting and Configuring ... clip to the power cord plug. 3 Plug the other end of the ground wire to the grounding bar of the cord into the Switch 7700. Figure 20 Single Power Cord Connection 12 3 1 AC power socket 2 Retention clip 3 Grounding screw WARNING: For surge protection, the...
... 3Com recommends that the ground wire of the switch be less than 1 ohm. Figure 20 illustrates the single power cord connection for a 7- WARNING: The resistance between switch chassis and the ground should be channelled through an external protection device into a socket strip with surge protector. Connecting and Configuring ... clip to the power cord plug. 3 Plug the other end of the ground wire to the grounding bar of the cord into the Switch 7700. Figure 20 Single Power Cord Connection 12 3 1 AC power socket 2 Retention clip 3 Grounding screw WARNING: For surge protection, the...
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... to connect the Switch 7700 to a 9-hole or 25-hole serial port on the virtual modem. One end of the switch. The other end has both a DB-9-pin connector and a DB-25 pin for cable illustration and pinout details. Connecting the AUX An AUX cable is to be configured. 2 Connect the... RJ-45 connector of the console cable to the serial port of the virtual modem. Always wear the antistatic wrist strap when installing the fan. See "AUX Cable" on page 63 for connection to the Switch 7700. To connect a terminal or PC to the Switch 7700 using the...
... to connect the Switch 7700 to a 9-hole or 25-hole serial port on the virtual modem. One end of the switch. The other end has both a DB-9-pin connector and a DB-25 pin for cable illustration and pinout details. Connecting the AUX An AUX cable is to be configured. 2 Connect the... RJ-45 connector of the console cable to the serial port of the virtual modem. Always wear the antistatic wrist strap when installing the fan. See "AUX Cable" on page 63 for connection to the Switch 7700. To connect a terminal or PC to the Switch 7700 using the...
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... of this chapter describe how to configure and boot the Switch 7700: ■ Configuring the Switch 7700 and a Local Terminal ■ Setting Terminal Parameters ■ Booting the Switch 7700 Configure the local terminal and Switch 7700, using Figure 22 as shown in this example) is connected to the switch console port using a console cable. 3 CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Configuring the Switch 7700 and a Local Terminal The following sections...
... of this chapter describe how to configure and boot the Switch 7700: ■ Configuring the Switch 7700 and a Local Terminal ■ Setting Terminal Parameters ■ Booting the Switch 7700 Configure the local terminal and Switch 7700, using Figure 22 as shown in this example) is connected to the switch console port using a console cable. 3 CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Configuring the Switch 7700 and a Local Terminal The following sections...
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The dialog box, shown in Figure 25 displays and you can set serial port parameters. Figure 24 Properties Dialog Box 3 After selecting serial ports, click OK. Select the serial port to be used from the Connect using dropdown menu. The port shown in Figure 24 displays. Set the following parameters: ■ Baud rate = 9600 ■ Databit = 8 ■ Parity check = none ■ Stopbit = 1 ■ Flow control = none 42 CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Figure 23 Connection Description Dialog Box 2 Enter the name of the new connection in the Name field and click OK.
The dialog box, shown in Figure 25 displays and you can set serial port parameters. Figure 24 Properties Dialog Box 3 After selecting serial ports, click OK. Select the serial port to be used from the Connect using dropdown menu. The port shown in Figure 24 displays. Set the following parameters: ■ Baud rate = 9600 ■ Databit = 8 ■ Parity check = none ■ Stopbit = 1 ■ Flow control = none 42 CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Figure 23 Connection Description Dialog Box 2 Enter the name of the new connection in the Name field and click OK.
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44 CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Figure 27 Settings Tab Booting the Switch 7700 Before powering on the Switch 7700, verify that: ■ Power cords have been properly connected. ■ The voltage of power supply can meet the requirements on the switch. ■ The console cable has been connected properly. ■ The PC or terminal for configuration has been started. ■ The terminal parameters have been set.
44 CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 Figure 27 Settings Tab Booting the Switch 7700 Before powering on the Switch 7700, verify that: ■ Power cords have been properly connected. ■ The voltage of power supply can meet the requirements on the switch. ■ The console cable has been connected properly. ■ The PC or terminal for configuration has been started. ■ The terminal parameters have been set.
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46 CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 The display of these messages indicates the completion of the switch auto-booting. Press Enter and the terminal screen displays: You can now begin the configuration for the Switch 7700.
46 CHAPTER 3: CONFIGURING THE SWITCH 7700 The display of these messages indicates the completion of the switch auto-booting. Press Enter and the terminal screen displays: You can now begin the configuration for the Switch 7700.
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... redundant Fabric module, you must wait for a few minutes until a CLI message indicates that the secondary Fabric is ready, then save the configuration. ■ Use the management port on your Switch 7700: ■ Upgrading the Software Image ■ Upgrading an 8-Slot Chassis ■ Upgrading Software with FTP ■ Upgrading Software Using The BOOT...
... redundant Fabric module, you must wait for a few minutes until a CLI message indicates that the secondary Fabric is ready, then save the configuration. ■ Use the management port on your Switch 7700: ■ Upgrading the Software Image ■ Upgrading an 8-Slot Chassis ■ Upgrading Software with FTP ■ Upgrading Software Using The BOOT...
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...boot from: 1 Select option 2 from . Set XMODEM protocol parameter 0. Set TFTP protocol parameter 2. To select the image file that display: Load File name Switch IP address Server IP address :sw7700003.app :10.10.110.1 :10.10.110.50 3 Type Y at the download prompt so the system downloads the file...to download file to flash? Set FTP protocol parameter 3. Selecting the Application File for the Boot If the Switch 7700 primary image fails because of a CRC error or a file format error, you can configure the system to find the backup image you want the system to the boot menu. 5 From the ...
...boot from: 1 Select option 2 from . Set XMODEM protocol parameter 0. Set TFTP protocol parameter 2. To select the image file that display: Load File name Switch IP address Server IP address :sw7700003.app :10.10.110.1 :10.10.110.50 3 Type Y at the download prompt so the system downloads the file...to download file to flash? Set FTP protocol parameter 3. Selecting the Application File for the Boot If the Switch 7700 primary image fails because of a CRC error or a file format error, you can configure the system to find the backup image you want the system to the boot menu. 5 From the ...
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...or No(Y/N)? Failed to find any valid image on the flash. Y Backup Image Fails If the backup image fails and another backup image configuration does not exist, the Switch 7700 will become the default primary image file! 4 Enter the file number of the primary image: Please input the primary image file number :13... choice, type Y at the prompt: The file you selected is not the primary or backup image: All Images Fail If all images fail, the Switch 7700 will return to the boot menu: primary image : snec400.app backup image : SW7700-V300R-.app Y No Backup Image If you sure?
...or No(Y/N)? Failed to find any valid image on the flash. Y Backup Image Fails If the backup image fails and another backup image configuration does not exist, the Switch 7700 will become the default primary image file! 4 Enter the file number of the primary image: Please input the primary image file number :13... choice, type Y at the prompt: The file you selected is not the primary or backup image: All Images Fail If all images fail, the Switch 7700 will return to the boot menu: primary image : snec400.app backup image : SW7700-V300R-.app Y No Backup Image If you sure?
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...supply. In addition, with the DeviceMgr network management system, you can also locate the fault through management software. Troubleshooting the Configuration After the switch is powered on, booting information is off, there may not have been set correctly. See Setting Terminal Parameters on the...on , check that : ■ The power module has been installed in the Fabric. If the configuration system has failed, there is no information displayed on the terminal after the Switch 7700 is powered on the Fabric modules. Troubleshooting Power If the Power OK LED is displayed on page 41...
...supply. In addition, with the DeviceMgr network management system, you can also locate the fault through management software. Troubleshooting the Configuration After the switch is powered on, booting information is off, there may not have been set correctly. See Setting Terminal Parameters on the...on , check that : ■ The power module has been installed in the Fabric. If the configuration system has failed, there is no information displayed on the terminal after the Switch 7700 is powered on the Fabric modules. Troubleshooting Power If the Power OK LED is displayed on page 41...