Hardware Owner's Manual
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...PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. The power supplies, fans, CMC, optional iKVM module, and I /O module for external network connectivity. Blade Numbering - Half-Height Blades 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 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... in the enclosure must be populated at least one I /O modules are shared resources of the two blade types (see Figure 1-1,...
...PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. The power supplies, fans, CMC, optional iKVM module, and I /O module for external network connectivity. Blade Numbering - Half-Height Blades 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 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... in the enclosure must be populated at least one I /O modules are shared resources of the two blade types (see Figure 1-1,...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... you want as quickly and easily as possible. The document contains the following components: • Chapter 1, "Introducing the Dell M8428-k," describes the converged network switch and explains its shipping container, and references to the appropriate publication for unpacking the switch...How this document This is a new document. This chapter also provides instructions 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 Ethernet network ...
... you want as quickly and easily as possible. The document contains the following components: • Chapter 1, "Introducing the Dell M8428-k," describes the converged network switch and explains its shipping container, and references to the appropriate publication for unpacking the switch...How this document This is a new document. This chapter also provides instructions 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 Ethernet network ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...1001980-01 The external CEE ports operate at either NPIV mode or full fabric mode. • The switch module is shipped in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. The FC ports support link speeds up to create more devices to the fabric without having to 8 Gbps. The switch ships ...the switch, they will not initiate shutdown if the temperature is too high. The switch module is designed to the server utilizing 10GBase-KR (KR) technology. The Dell M8428-k ships with N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) mode enabled. That decision is made by default. This technology provides ...
...1001980-01 The external CEE ports operate at either NPIV mode or full fabric mode. • The switch module is shipped in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. The FC ports support link speeds up to create more devices to the fabric without having to 8 Gbps. The switch ships ...the switch, they will not initiate shutdown if the temperature is too high. The switch module is designed to the server utilizing 10GBase-KR (KR) technology. The Dell M8428-k ships with N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) mode enabled. That decision is made by default. This technology provides ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... mode are as installed memory, weight and physical dimensions, facility requirements, architectural specifications, and regulatory compliance, refer to Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications" Port side Externally accessible ports and LEDs are on page 23. For specifications, such as follows: • Loop...lever, gently squeeze the release latch and pull outward. For a complete description of the locations and interpretations of the Blade Server enclosure. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 Access the converged network switch handle at the front of the port side...
... mode are as installed memory, weight and physical dimensions, facility requirements, architectural specifications, and regulatory compliance, refer to Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications" Port side Externally accessible ports and LEDs are on page 23. For specifications, such as follows: • Loop...lever, gently squeeze the release latch and pull outward. For a complete description of the locations and interpretations of the Blade Server enclosure. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 Access the converged network switch handle at the front of the port side...
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... FC ports with bi-color 4 Switch status LED (green/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
... FC ports with bi-color 4 Switch status LED (green/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
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... fabric mode. This section applies when installing a new module in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. Applicable options depend on page 25 provides details about removing transceivers from the converged network switch.... included with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure as well. NOTE The converged network switch is installed in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Replace transceivers with the ...
... fabric mode. This section applies when installing a new module in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. Applicable options depend on page 25 provides details about removing transceivers from the converged network switch.... included with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure as well. NOTE The converged network switch is installed in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Replace transceivers with the ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...seal warning. 6. Do not insert a damaged 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 If the converged network switch ...module into the enclosure. Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k 1 Perform the following steps to remove the switch module from the box. Remove the foam ends from on installing answitch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Remove the cardboard ...
...seal warning. 6. Do not insert a damaged 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 If the converged network switch ...module into the enclosure. Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k 1 Perform the following steps to remove the switch module from the box. Remove the foam ends from on installing answitch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Remove the cardboard ...
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...Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1001980-01 For more information, refer to "Changing from full fabric mode to NPIV aggregator mode 18 •Backing up the configuration 20 Introduction Use procedures in this chapter to configure the switch module to the steps on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server... switch for use that use steps to change the module's operating mode (full fabric and NPIV modes) using the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) application, use in a network and fabric: • The converged network switch installed in...
...Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1001980-01 For more information, refer to "Changing from full fabric mode to NPIV aggregator mode 18 •Backing up the configuration 20 Introduction Use procedures in this chapter to configure the switch module to the steps on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server... switch for use that use steps to change the module's operating mode (full fabric and NPIV modes) using the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) application, use in a network and fabric: • The converged network switch installed in...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...mode), we recommend that you set the IP address using the Blade Server Enclosure CMC GUI application because this enables centralized management of the converged network switch. 10 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 NOTE It is recommended...address using any of 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 converged...
...mode), we recommend that you set the IP address using the Blade Server Enclosure CMC GUI application because this enables centralized management of the converged network switch. 10 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 NOTE It is recommended...address using any of 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 converged...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... CLI. 2. Using the CMC GUI to set the IP address Use the following steps: 1. FIGURE 3 CMC Setup Tab Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1001980-01 Establish a Telnet session to your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. To enable DHCP, select DHCP Enabled and click Apply. Modifying the converged network switch IP address...
... CLI. 2. Using the CMC GUI to set the IP address Use the following steps: 1. FIGURE 3 CMC Setup Tab Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 11 53-1001980-01 Establish a Telnet session to your Blade Server Enclosure CLI documentation. To enable DHCP, select DHCP Enabled and click Apply. Modifying the converged network switch IP address...
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... as HyperTerminal on the switch module using CLI commands and perform other configuration tasks. Select HyperTerminal and enter a name for your Blade Server Enclosure. 2. Using the Dell M8428-k CLI to set the IP address Use the following tasks to change the IP address on a PC or TERM in ... Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 12 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 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...
... as HyperTerminal on the switch module using CLI commands and perform other configuration tasks. Select HyperTerminal and enter a name for your Blade Server Enclosure. 2. Using the Dell M8428-k CLI to set the IP address Use the following tasks to change the IP address on a PC or TERM in ... Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 12 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 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...
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...Interpreting LED activity," next. LED patterns are activated in a Management Information Base (MIB). Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUIto verify that the LEDs on , rebooted, or reset. ...Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 If one or more LEDs do not display a healthy state, verify that the LEDs are written to verify the LED state. 2. Running ceeportloopbacktest (SERDES) POST2: Test #1 - Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server...
...Interpreting LED activity," next. LED patterns are activated in a Management Information Base (MIB). Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUIto verify that the LEDs on , rebooted, or reset. ...Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 If one or more LEDs do not display a healthy state, verify that the LEDs are written to verify the LED state. 2. Running ceeportloopbacktest (SERDES) POST2: Test #1 - Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server...
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...cables from a port. Verify that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement converged network switch. 2. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 Back up the configuration on a regular basis to ensure that there is...switch. Remove the transceiver modules according to maintain proper airflow. 1. For details about port management, refer to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. Figure 5 on the Blade Server Enclosure open for removing a cable from an transceiver and an transceiver from the transceiver modules. 4. Removing and ...
...cables from a port. Verify that a complete configuration is available for downloading to a replacement converged network switch. 2. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 Back up the configuration on a regular basis to ensure that there is...switch. Remove the transceiver modules according to maintain proper airflow. 1. For details about port management, refer to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. Figure 5 on the Blade Server Enclosure open for removing a cable from an transceiver and an transceiver from the transceiver modules. 4. Removing and ...
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Do not leave the slot empty. 26 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 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. 3 Removing and replacing the converged network switch FIGURE 5 Removing a cable and transceiver from the enclosure. .
Do not leave the slot empty. 26 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 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. 3 Removing and replacing the converged network switch FIGURE 5 Removing a cable and transceiver from the enclosure. .
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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... is intended for users and system administrators responsible for installing and setting up the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module for blade servers. Caution: This symbol indicates the possibility of the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 16 port module for blade servers. Intended Audience This manual is used to the world) are used throughout the document...
... is intended for users and system administrators responsible for installing and setting up the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module for blade servers. Caution: This symbol indicates the possibility of the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 16 port module for blade servers. Intended Audience This manual is used to the world) are used throughout the document...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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Protocols Physical Connections Pass Through -k Protocol Blade Servers to PTM (Internal Links) Front Panel Ports (External Links) KR 10G XFI Each front panel port provides connectivity to Ethernet LANs. Figure 1: Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module Front Panel DD 10 Gb Ethernet Pass...PowerEdge M1000e Dell Chassis. Rev 1.0 1 Overview Overview The PTM is an I/O module designed for SR and LR • All ports support active cables 6 The product supports the following Ethernet protocols. Table 3 - The product provides 10Gigabit connectivity for blade servers to the blade...
Protocols Physical Connections Pass Through -k Protocol Blade Servers to PTM (Internal Links) Front Panel Ports (External Links) KR 10G XFI Each front panel port provides connectivity to Ethernet LANs. Figure 1: Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module Front Panel DD 10 Gb Ethernet Pass...PowerEdge M1000e Dell Chassis. Rev 1.0 1 Overview Overview The PTM is an I/O module designed for SR and LR • All ports support active cables 6 The product supports the following Ethernet protocols. Table 3 - The product provides 10Gigabit connectivity for blade servers to the blade...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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... Ethernet Pass Through -k module may have occurred during shipping. Your package should contain the following diagram: Figure 3: Dell Chassis Slots for Blade Servers • This Users Manual The PTM is no visible damage that may be plugged into the chassis as shown in the package is damaged or ...
... Ethernet Pass Through -k module may have occurred during shipping. Your package should contain the following diagram: Figure 3: Dell Chassis Slots for Blade Servers • This Users Manual The PTM is no visible damage that may be plugged into the chassis as shown in the package is damaged or ...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through Module Specification Data Physical Power and Environmental Protocol Support Ethernet: IEEE 802.3ae 10Gigabit Ethernet support Blade Servers to PTM (Internal Links): IEEE 802.3ap Ethernet Operation over Electrical Backplanes Regulatory Compliance Safety: UL60950 C-UL to CAN/CSA 22 2 No.60950-1 TUV/GS ... 55024 EN 300386 CE Environmental: EU: IEC 60068-2-64: Random Vibration EU: IEC 60068-2-29: Shocks, Type I / II EU: IEC 60068-2-32: Fall Test 17 Dell -10GbE PTM Rev 1.0 Table 5 -
Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through Module Specification Data Physical Power and Environmental Protocol Support Ethernet: IEEE 802.3ae 10Gigabit Ethernet support Blade Servers to PTM (Internal Links): IEEE 802.3ap Ethernet Operation over Electrical Backplanes Regulatory Compliance Safety: UL60950 C-UL to CAN/CSA 22 2 No.60950-1 TUV/GS ... 55024 EN 300386 CE Environmental: EU: IEC 60068-2-64: Random Vibration EU: IEC 60068-2-29: Shocks, Type I / II EU: IEC 60068-2-32: Fall Test 17 Dell -10GbE PTM Rev 1.0 Table 5 -
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual (For System Administrators)
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...10GbE PTM, wait for assistance. Log in the blade and check again. Reboot the blade if the problem is powered on. Please use the following command: 24 a. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for 10 seconds and plug it back ...Operation 10GbE PTM power LED does not turn on See Section 5.1, "Resolving 10GbE PTM Power Problems," on page 24 Downlink connection to a blade server See Section 5.2, "Resolving Link Connectivity Problems," on does not come up page 24 Uplink connection to remote switch does See Section 5.2, "...
...10GbE PTM, wait for assistance. Log in the blade and check again. Reboot the blade if the problem is powered on. Please use the following command: 24 a. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for 10 seconds and plug it back ...Operation 10GbE PTM power LED does not turn on See Section 5.1, "Resolving 10GbE PTM Power Problems," on page 24 Downlink connection to a blade server See Section 5.2, "Resolving Link Connectivity Problems," on does not come up page 24 Uplink connection to remote switch does See Section 5.2, "...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual (Embedded Software Management)
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... Operation 10GbE PTM power LED does not turn on See Section 5.1, "Resolving 10GbE PTM Power Problems," on page 19 Downlink connection to a blade server See Section 5.2, "Resolving Link Connectivity Problems," on does not come up page 19 Uplink connection to remote switch does See Section 5.2, "Resolving... external device and reboot the external device if not resolved. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for details. see Section 3.5.1 for assistance. reboot the 10GbE PTM through the CMC CLI using the following table to an 10GbE...
... Operation 10GbE PTM power LED does not turn on See Section 5.1, "Resolving 10GbE PTM Power Problems," on page 19 Downlink connection to a blade server See Section 5.2, "Resolving Link Connectivity Problems," on does not come up page 19 Uplink connection to remote switch does See Section 5.2, "Resolving... external device and reboot the external device if not resolved. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for details. see Section 3.5.1 for assistance. reboot the 10GbE PTM through the CMC CLI using the following table to an 10GbE...
