Hardware Owner's Manual
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...include up to 16 half-height blades (server modules), eight full-height blades, or a mixture of the blades in the PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. The power supplies, fans, CMC, optional iKVM module, and I /O module for external network connectivity. To function as a system, a blade is inserted into an enclosure (chassis...and at all bays in the enclosure must be populated at least one I /O modules are shared resources of the two blade types (see Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2, and Figure 1-3). Blade Numbering - Half-Height Blades 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 About Your System NOTE: To...
...include up to 16 half-height blades (server modules), eight full-height blades, or a mixture of the blades in the PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. The power supplies, fans, CMC, optional iKVM module, and I /O module for external network connectivity. To function as a system, a blade is inserted into an enclosure (chassis...and at all bays in the enclosure must be populated at least one I /O modules are shared resources of the two blade types (see Figure 1-1, Figure 1-2, and Figure 1-3). Blade Numbering - Half-Height Blades 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 14 About Your System NOTE: To...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... hardware and software This document includes information specific to help x How this document is organized This document is organized to the Dell M8428-k only. What's new in this document vii •Document conventions viii •Notice to the reader ix •Additional...network 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 Ethernet ...
... hardware and software This document includes information specific to help x How this document is organized This document is organized to the Dell M8428-k only. What's new in this document vii •Document conventions viii •Notice to the reader ix •Additional...network 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 Ethernet ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...fabric mode 1 •Hardware description 3 •ISL trunking groups 6 •Optional features 6 •Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k 6 Dell M8428-k overview The Dell M8428-k is a 28-port switch module with 8 external Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) ports, 4 external Fibre Channel (FC)... having to be done through Dell Chassis Management Controller (CMC), the browser based GUI, or the command line interface (CLI). The switch ships with N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) mode enabled. That decision is shipped in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure.
...fabric mode 1 •Hardware description 3 •ISL trunking groups 6 •Optional features 6 •Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k 6 Dell M8428-k overview The Dell M8428-k is a 28-port switch module with 8 external Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) ports, 4 external Fibre Channel (FC)... having to be done through Dell Chassis Management Controller (CMC), the browser based GUI, or the command line interface (CLI). The switch ships with N_Port ID Virtualization (NPIV) mode enabled. That decision is shipped in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure.
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... the NPIV-enabled module is connected to a fabric. For a complete description of the locations and interpretations of the Blade Server enclosure. To extend the release lever, gently squeeze the release latch and pull outward. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 NPIV mode hardware considerations Hardware considerations for NPIV mode are as...
... the NPIV-enabled module is connected to a fabric. For a complete description of the locations and interpretations of the Blade Server enclosure. To extend the release lever, gently squeeze the release latch and pull outward. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 NPIV mode hardware considerations Hardware considerations for NPIV mode are as...
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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 When the switch module is inserted, the midplane connectors...
.../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 When the switch module is inserted, the midplane connectors...
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ISL trunking groups If you , skip this section. Ports that can form trunking groups of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. NOTE Only the external ports are color-coded on the switch module's port side ...transceivers from the converged network switch. This section applies when installing a new module in the Blade Server Enclosure as well. Replace transceivers with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Refer to external devices for easy identification. NPIV ...
ISL trunking groups If you , skip this section. Ports that can form trunking groups of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for SAN connectivity. NOTE Only the external ports are color-coded on the switch module's port side ...transceivers from the converged network switch. This section applies when installing a new module in the Blade Server Enclosure as well. Replace transceivers with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Refer to external devices for easy identification. NPIV ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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Remove the cardboard accessory tray from on installing answitch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Be sure that nothing is missing or damaged. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents,...Documentation CD. 3. For complete instructions 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. Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k 1 Perform the following steps to remove the protective covers from the midplane...
Remove the cardboard accessory tray from on installing answitch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Be sure that nothing is missing or damaged. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents,...Documentation CD. 3. For complete instructions 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. Unpacking and installing the Dell M8428-k 1 Perform the following steps to remove the protective covers from the midplane...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... to full fabric mode 17 •Changing from NPIV aggregator mode to full fabric mode" on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1001980-01 Chapter Configuring the Dell M8428-k 2 In this chapter to configure the switch module to operate on a network and fabric. Also use switch module...
... to full fabric mode 17 •Changing from NPIV aggregator mode to full fabric mode" on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 9 53-1001980-01 Chapter Configuring the Dell M8428-k 2 In this chapter to configure the switch module to operate on a network and fabric. Also use switch module...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... stored on the external ports of this enables centralized management 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 network switch IP address By default, the...
... stored on the external ports of this enables centralized management 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 network switch IP address By default, the...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... "admin" and password as appropriate and click Apply. 4. Open the CMC application's Setup tab. 3. 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. For example, switch-x can be: • Switch...
... "admin" and password as appropriate and click Apply. 4. Open the CMC application's Setup tab. 3. 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. For example, switch-x can be: • Switch...
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... for the connection. From the Hyper terminal window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 12 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 b. Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications. Disable any serial communication programs.... Follow the first few steps to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that are running on a PC or TERM in a LINUX or UNIX environment), establish a terminal session to manage the...
... for the connection. From the Hyper terminal window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 12 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 b. Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications. Disable any serial communication programs.... Follow the first few steps to establish a terminal emulation session between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server Enclosure management workstation that are running on a PC or TERM in a LINUX or UNIX environment), establish a terminal session to manage the...
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...During POST, the LEDs are described in various indicator patterns. LED patterns are activated in "Interpreting LED activity," next. Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUIto verify that the converged network switch is managed as a separate entity to a SAN administrator..... 22 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Use the switch module CLI switchShow command or the browser-based GUI to the system log. Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server Enclosure. ...
...During POST, the LEDs are described in various indicator patterns. LED patterns are activated in "Interpreting LED activity," next. Use the Blade Server Enclosure's Chassis Management Controller (CMC) GUIto verify that the converged network switch is managed as a separate entity to a SAN administrator..... 22 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 Use the switch module CLI switchShow command or the browser-based GUI to the system log. Access this log through a secure browser using Secure Shell (SSH), a network security protocol for the Blade Server Enclosure. ...
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... upload the CEE configuration. Stop all cables from a port. Verify that there is no activity by the converged network switch. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 The slot must be filled with either a replacement converged network switch or a... Remove all SAN activity requiring the ports used by viewing the converged network switch LEDs. Figure 5 on a regular basis to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. Back up the configuration on page 26 details the generic process for downloading to a replacement converged network switch. 2....
... upload the CEE configuration. Stop all cables from a port. Verify that there is no activity by the converged network switch. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 25 53-1001980-01 The slot must be filled with either a replacement converged network switch or a... Remove all SAN activity requiring the ports used by viewing the converged network switch LEDs. Figure 5 on a regular basis to your Blade Server EnclosureHardware Owner's Manual. Back up the configuration on page 26 details the generic process for downloading to a replacement converged network switch. 2....
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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. Refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to maintain proper air flow. 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. .
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. Refer to the Hardware Owner's Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure to maintain proper air flow. 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. .
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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...intended for users and system administrators responsible for installing and setting up the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module for blade servers. Intended Audience This manual is used throughout the document. Dell -10GbE PTM About this Manual Rev 1.0 This manual describes the installation ... of physical injury to indicate the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module. 5 Caution: This symbol indicates the possibility of the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 16 port module for blade servers. Conventions The terms downlink (internal-from servers) and uplink (external-out to ...
...intended for users and system administrators responsible for installing and setting up the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module for blade servers. Intended Audience This manual is used throughout the document. Dell -10GbE PTM About this Manual Rev 1.0 This manual describes the installation ... of physical injury to indicate the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module. 5 Caution: This symbol indicates the possibility of the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 16 port module for blade servers. Conventions The terms downlink (internal-from servers) and uplink (external-out to ...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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The product supports the following Ethernet protocols. 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...and LR • All ports support active cables 6 Rev 1.0 1 Overview Overview The PTM is an I/O module designed for blade servers to Ethernet LANs. The product provides 10Gigabit connectivity for the PowerEdge M1000e Dell Chassis. Figure 1: Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module Front Panel DD 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...
The product supports the following Ethernet protocols. 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...and LR • All ports support active cables 6 Rev 1.0 1 Overview Overview The PTM is an I/O module designed for blade servers to Ethernet LANs. The product provides 10Gigabit connectivity for the PowerEdge M1000e Dell Chassis. Figure 1: Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module Front Panel DD 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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... for the PTM Slot A1 Slot B1 Slot C1 Slot C2 Slot B2 Slot A2 8 Your package should contain the following diagram: Figure 3: Dell Chassis Slots for Blade Servers • This Users Manual The PTM is damaged or missing, please contact your new PTM, unpack it and make sure that there is no...
... for the PTM Slot A1 Slot B1 Slot C1 Slot C2 Slot B2 Slot A2 8 Your package should contain the following diagram: Figure 3: Dell Chassis Slots for Blade Servers • This Users Manual The PTM is damaged or missing, please contact your new PTM, unpack it and make sure that there is no...
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 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, ...check again. Make sure the cables/modules are properly inserted. 2. a. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for details. see Section 3.7.2 for assistance. If none of the downlink and uplink in . 5.2 Resolving Link Connectivity Problems 1. Rev...
... 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, ...check again. Make sure the cables/modules are properly inserted. 2. a. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for details. see Section 3.7.2 for assistance. If none of the downlink and uplink in . 5.2 Resolving Link Connectivity Problems 1. Rev...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual (Embedded Software Management)
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...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,...- b. Make sure the cables/modules are properly inserted. 2. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for common error conditions. If none of the downlink and uplink in to 10GbE PTM10GbE See Section 5.4, "Resolving CLI Connectivity Problems...
...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,...- b. Make sure the cables/modules are properly inserted. 2. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for common error conditions. If none of the downlink and uplink in to 10GbE PTM10GbE See Section 5.4, "Resolving CLI Connectivity Problems...