Cisco Systems 3120 manual Audience, Purpose, Organization

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Preface

Audience

This guide is for the networking or computer technician responsible for installing the Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3120 for HP, referred to as the switch module, in the HP c-Class BladeSystem server enclosure, referred to as the HP blade enclosure. We assume that you are familiar with the concepts and terminology of Ethernet and local area networking. If you are interested in more training and education in these areas, learning opportunities including training courses, self-study options, seminars, and career certifications programs are available on the Cisco Training & Events web page:

http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/index.html

Purpose

This guide describes the hardware features of the Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3120 for HP. It describes the physical and performance characteristics of the switch module, explains how to install it in the server enclosure, and provides troubleshooting information.

This guide does not describe system messages that you might receive or how to configure your switch module. For more information, see the switch software configuration guide, the switch command reference, and the switch system message guide on the Cisco.com Product Documentation home page at:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6748/tsd_products_support_series_home.html

Organization

This guide is organized into these chapters:

Chapter 1, “Product Overview,” is a physical and functional overview of each of the switch modules, including descriptions of the ports, the supported standards, and the LEDs.

Chapter 2, “Switch Installation,” contains the procedures on how to install the switch module in the server enclosure and how to make port connections.

Chapter 3, “Troubleshooting,” describes how to identify and resolve some of the problems that might arise when you install the switch module.

Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” lists the physical and environmental specifications for the switch modules and the regulatory agency approvals.

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Contents Americas Headquarters MarchPage N T E N T S Setup Accessing the CLI Through the Console Port OL-12246-01 Purpose AudienceOrganization Related Publications ConventionsPreface OL-12246-01 Product Overview Switch Module Features OverviewPort Description UID 1 LEDSwitch Module Console Port Other FeaturesLRM 10/100/1000 PortsGigabit Ethernet Module Slots Cisco TwinGig Converter ModuleColor System Status LEDsSystem LED Stack LEDRJ-45 Uplink Port LEDs Stack Master LEDStack Member LED UID and Health LEDsGigabit Ethernet Module Slot Port LEDs X2 Module Installed Only the CBS3120X SwitchManagement Options Power ConnectorsStackWise Plus Ports Device Manager Using the Device ManagerNetwork Configurations Using the Command-Line InterfacePreparing for Installation Switch InstallationSafety Warnings Installation Guidelines Verifying Package Contents Rear View of the Blade Enclosure HP c-Class BladeSystem Enclosure ArchitectureStatement Installing the Switch Module in the Blade EnclosureOpen the Release Latch Switch Module IP Addresses Switch Installation Onboard Administrator Interconnect Bay Summary Window Express Setup Advanced Settings Table Using Express SetupEnter switch 1 priority Setting the Installed Switch Module As the Stack MasterRefreshing the PC IP Address Planning and Creating a Switch StackStack Cabling Configurations 250304 Connecting to the StackWise Plus Ports Installing Devices in the 10-Gigabit Ethernet Slots Installing a Transceiver or Converter Module Removing a Module 12 Installing X2 Transceiver ModulesInstalling an SFP Module Installing SFP ModulesRemoving an SFP Module 14 Converter Module with SFP Modules Installed15 Connecting to an Ethernet Port Connecting to the 10/100/1000 PortsPlanning 10/100/1000 Ethernet Port Connections Device Crossover Cable Where to Go NextSwitch Installation Where to Go Next Verify the Switch Module Post Results Diagnosing ProblemsEthernet and Fiber Cables Look at the Switch Module LEDsConfirm the Switch Module Connections Bad or Damaged CableSpanning Tree Loops SFP Module Port IssuesPort and Interface Settings Ping the End DeviceCabling Distance Verify the Switch Module PerformanceSpeed, Duplex, and Autonegotiation Autonegotiation and Network-Interface CardsReplacing a Failed Stack Member Clearing the Switch Module IP Address and Configuration250310 Locating the Switch Module Serial NumberOL-12246-01 Environmental Ranges Physical DimensionsOL-12246-01 Connector Specifications Connector and Cable SpecificationsConnecting to 1000BASE-T Devices Connecting to 10BASE-T- and 100BASE-TX-Compatible DevicesCisco TwinGig Converter Module Ports Gigabit Ethernet Module InterfacesMicrons MHz/km Distance Cable and Adapter SpecificationsGigabit Ethernet X2 Transceiver Module Cable Specifications Console PortTransmit X2 Product Transmit Power Receive Power NumberDBm Wavelength nm GLC-SX-MM SFP Module Cable SpecificationsTwo Twisted-Pair Cable Pinouts 1000BASE-SXTP3 Four Twisted-Pair Cable Pinouts for 1000BASE-T PortsDevice Switch Console RJ-45-to-DB-9 Port DTEIdentifying a Crossover Cable Console Port Adapter PinoutsSwitch Console RJ-45-to-DB-25 Port DTE OL-12246-01 Connecting to the Console Port Accessing the CLI Through the Console PortOL-12246-01 Figure C-1 Connecting through the Switch Module Console Port Completing the Initial Configuration To configure Snmp now, enter yes These choices appear CLI NumericsIN-2 Post UIDIN-4 LEDIN-5 IN-6
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