Enterasys Networks 7G4285-49, 7G4205-72 manual About This Guide, Who Should Use This Guide

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About This Guide

This guide provides an overview, installation and troubleshooting instructions, and specifications for the Enterasys Matrix® 7G4285‐49 and 7G4205‐72 DFE‐Platinum PoE modules.

For information about the CLI (Command Line Interface) set of commands used to configure and manage the DFE‐Platinum modules, refer to the Enterasys Matrix DFE‐ Platinum Series Configuration Guide.

Note: In this guide, the following terms are used:

• DFE refers to Distributed Forwarding Engine series of modules.

•DFE modules or module refers to both the 7G4285-49 and 7G4205-72, unless otherwise noted.

•Network expansion module or NEM refers to an optional uplink card installed on the main logic board and accessible through the option slot of the 7G4285-49.

•PD refers to Powered Device, which is a device that is PoE compliant to operate using 48 Vdc received through the Ethernet data cabling.

Important Notice

Depending on the firmware version used in the DFE modules, some features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the DFE modules to determine which features are supported.

Who Should Use This Guide

Electrical Hazard: Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures.

Riesgo Electrico: Solamente personal calificado debe realizar procedimientos de instalacion.

Elektrischer Gefahrenhinweis: Installationen sollten nur durch ausgebildetes und qualifiziertes Personal vorgenommen werden.

This guide is intended for a network administrator responsible for installing and setting up the DFE modules.

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Contents Enterasys Matrix Page Page Federal Communications Commission FCC Notice Product SafetyIndustry Canada Notice Class a ITE Notice Clase A. Aviso de ITECompatibilidad Electromágnetica EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility EMCElektro- magnetische Kompatibilität EMC Hazardous SubstancesSupplement to Product Instructions Bsmi EMC Statement Taiwan Vcci NoticeDeclaration of Conformity Safety Information Class 1 Laser TransceiversEnterasys NETWORKS, INC. Firmware License Agreement Viii Page Page Contents Appendix a Specifications Figures Xiv Who Should Use This Guide About This GuideFor Refer to How to Use This GuideRelated Documents Following conventions are used in this guide Conventions Used in This GuideSupport@enterasys.com Getting HelpOverview of DFE-Platinum Series Module Capabilities Introduction7G4285-49 DFE Module and Interface Options7G4285-49 DFE-Platinum Module 7G4205-72 7G4205-72 DFE-Platinum Module Network Expansion Module NEM Switch Configuration Using WebViewConnectivity ManagementStandards Compatibility Switch Configuration Using CLI CommandsSecure Networks Policy Support Lanview Diagnostic LEDs Network Requirements 10BASE-T Network Link Aggregation1000BASE-T Network 100BASE-TX Network1000BASE-T Network Network Requirements Installation Contents of DFE Module Carton Quantity Installation Site RequirementRequired Tools Unpacking the DFE ModuleMatrix E7 Chassis Module Placement Installing an Optional Network Expansion Module NEMDFE Module Placement and Installation Rules Example 3 -1, C Example 1 -1,AExample 2 -1,B Example 6 -1, F Example 4 -1,DExample 5 -1, E Preparing to Install into a Chassis Installing the DFE Modules into a Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis Preparing to Install into a Chassis Preparing to Install into a Chassis Installing the DFE Modules into a Matrix N3 or N5 Chassis Card guides Connecting to the Network Connecting 48 Vdc Power for PoE OperationMaking the UTP Connections Connecting UTP Cables to DFE ModulesConnecting a Twisted Pair Segment with RJ45 Connector RX+ TX+ TX1+ 1 RX1- 2 TX2+ 3 TX3+ 4 RX3- 5 RX2- 6 TX4+ 7 RX4 Verifying PoE Port Status Connecting to an IBM PC or Compatible Device Connecting to COM Port for Local ManagementWhat Is Needed Parameter Setting Connecting to a VT Series Terminal10 Connecting a VT Series Terminal Connecting to a Modem11 Connecting to a Modem RJ45 DB25 Adapter Wiring and Signal AssignmentsCOM Port Adapter Wiring and Signal Diagram RJ45 Modem Port Adapter Wiring and Signal Diagram First-Time Log-In Using a Console Port Connection Completing the InstallationCompleting the Installation of a New System 12 Matrix DFE Startup Screen Example N7 Chassis Enter Logging in with an Administratively-Configured User AccountAbout the Management Mgmt LED TroubleshootingUsing Lanview Lanview LEDs on 7G4285-49 Viewing Receive/Transmit Activity on 7G4285-49Lanview LEDs on 7G4205-72 Viewing Receive/Transmit Activity on 7G4205-72Viewing the PoE Port Status Color State Recommended Action Lanview LEDsLED RX/TX Platinum Series Configuration Guide for Troubleshooting ChecklistProblem Possible Cause Recommended Action Troubleshooting ChecklistOverview of DFE Module Shutdown Procedure OFFLINE/RESET Switch Recommended Shutdown Procedure Using OFFLINE/RESET SwitchLast Resort Shutdown Procedure Using OFFLINE/RESET Switch Specifications Table A-1 7G4285-49 Specifications DFE Module SpecificationsProcessors/Memory PhysicalTable A-2 7G4205-72 Specifications COM Port Pinout Assignments Table A-3 COM Port Pin Assignments Signal Name Input/OutputRegulatory Compliance Table A-4 Compliance Standards Regulatory ComplianceMode Switch Settings and Option Installations Setting the Mode Switches Memory Locations and Replacement Procedures Dram Simm Dimm Removing the Safety Cover Gaining Access to Memory ModulesFigure B-3 Removing the Safety Cover Figure B-4 Removing the Optional Network Expansion Module Dram Simm Replacement ProcedureGaining Access to Memory Modules Removing the Dimm Figure B-6 Installing the Dimm Dimm Replacement ProcedureFigure B-7 Removing the Existing Dimm Figure B-8 Installing the Dimm Installing the Network Expansion Module NEMFigure B-9 Installing the Network Expansion Module NEM Reinstalling the Safety Cover Figure B-10 Installing the Safety Cover Page Overview About PoE Power over EthernetProprietary PD Detection Table C-2 PoE Status LED Indications PoE Port Status PoE Port Status LEDsOverview About PoE Power over Ethernet Numerics IndexNEM B-12 installing