Alcatel-Lucent 6850-P48, 6850-48L manual Installing the Hardware, Items Required, Site Preparation

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Installing the Hardware

Items Required

In addition to the materials and components provided in the OmniSwitch 6850 Series shipment, you must provide the following items in order to complete this installation:

•Grounding wrist strap

•Phillips screwdriver

•Serial cable

•Rack mount screws, if applicable

Site Preparation

Environmental Requirements

OmniSwitch 6850 Series switches have the following environ- mental and airflow requirements:

•The installation site must maintain a temperature between 0° and 45° Celsius (32° and 113° Fahrenheit) and not exceed 95 percent maximum humidity (non- condensing) at any time.

•Be sure to allow adequate room for proper air ventilation and access at the front, back, and sides of the switch. No clearance is necessary at the top or bottom of the chassis. Refer to page 6 for minimum clearance requirements.

Electrical Requirements

OmniSwitch 6850 Series switches have the following general electrical requirements:

•Each switch requires one grounded AC power source.

•Grounded AC power source must be 110V for North American installations (220V international).

•Each supplied AC power cord is approximately 2 meters (6.5 feet) long. Do not use extension cords.

NEBS GR-1089 Compliance Requirements

The following notes and warnings apply to all NEBS compliant platforms.

Grounding requirements: To ground the equipment prop- erly, connect a Panduit Corporation UL listed Lug, P/N: LCD8-10AL to the two threaded holes located on the rear of each chassis and power supply module. All connections should be made using 8AWG copper conductors.

Use Panduit Corporation, P/N: CT-940CH for crimping. (Each Module must have its own grounding conductor.)

(GR-1089 requires treatment of ground connections and painted surfaces as needed during installation.)

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Contents OmniSwitch 6850 Series Patent No ,542,507 Table of Contents June OmniSwitch 6850 Series Related Documentation Items Required Installing the HardwareSite Preparation Weight Considerations Recommendations Unpacking and Initial SetupItems Included Unpacking the ChassisAirflow Considerations Setting Up the SwitchInstalling the Switch on a Tabletop or Bench Installation OptionsTabletop Mounting Steps Rack Mounting Steps Rack-Mounting the SwitchAttaching the Switch to the Rack Installing Backup Power Supply Components Installing Combo Port SFPsConnecting the Serial Cable Serial Connection Default SettingsConnections and Cabling Booting a Standalone Switch Booting OmniSwitch 6850 Series SwitchesJune Logging in to the Switch Your First Login SessionAssigning an IP Address to the Switch Unlocking All Session Types Unlocking Session TypesUnlocking Specified Session Types Changing the Login Password Specifying an Administrative Contact Setting the System Time ZoneSetting the Date and Time Setting Optional System InformationViewing and Saving Changes Specifying the Switch’s LocationSpecifying a System Name Boot.cfg File Boot.params FileFiles and Directories Image Files Working Directory Working and Certified DirectoriesCertified Directory Certified DirectoryCan I save changes to the Certified directory? What happens when the switch boots?Working and Certified Are Identical Working Directory Working and Certified Are DifferentLogging In to WebView Using WebViewBrowser Compatibility Navigating WebView Main Configuration Group Toolbar Additional Information Online HelpLogin screen displays, but the login fails Troubleshooting

6850-24, 6850-P24X, 6850-P48X, 6850-P48L, 6850-48 specifications

The Alcatel-Lucent 6850 series switches, comprising the 6850-U24X, 6850-48X, 6850-P24, 6850-P48, and 6850-P24L, represent a key advancement in network infrastructure solutions, delivering reliable performance and flexibility for various enterprise networking environments. These switches are designed to meet the needs of both wired and wireless networks, offering an array of features tailored for modern data traffic demands.

One of the standout features of the 6850 series is its Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, allowing for advanced VLAN management and routing functionalities. This ensures seamless communication across multiple devices and subnets while improving overall network efficiency. The switches support a variety of routing protocols such as OSPF, RIP, and PIM, facilitating optimized path selection and load balancing.

The 6850-U24X model features 24 ports with 10 Gigabit Ethernet capabilities, enabling high-speed connections for bandwidth-intensive applications. The 6850-48X, on the other hand, boasts 48 ports, accommodating larger connectivity needs without compromising performance. Meanwhile, the 6850-P24 and 6850-P48 variants are geared towards Power over Ethernet (PoE) applications, providing up to 30W per port to power devices like IP cameras and wireless access points, simplifying installations.

Another key characteristic of the 6850 series is its energy efficiency. These switches incorporate intelligent power management features that help organizations reduce their carbon footprint and operational costs. This is further enhanced by the switches' ability to support Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), leading to reduced power consumption during low-traffic periods.

The series also supports advanced security features, including Access Control Lists (ACLs), DHCP snooping, and dynamic ARP inspection, which collectively protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats. The built-in redundancy features, such as link aggregation and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), ensure high availability and network resilience.

In terms of software capabilities, the Alcatel-Lucent 6850 switches are compatible with the Nuage Networks SD-WAN solutions, enabling organizations to leverage software-defined capabilities for greater agility and simplified network management. Furthermore, the switches support flexible stacking options, allowing multiple units to operate as a single logical entity, enhancing scalability and simplifying management.

Overall, the Alcatel-Lucent 6850 series switches offer a balanced blend of performance, flexibility, and security, making them an ideal choice for enterprises looking to enhance their networking capabilities. Their comprehensive feature set positions them as robust solutions for managing contemporary networking challenges.
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