Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on top of 160 NOTE Be sure to remove the protective covers from the midplane connectors before proceeding. 2. Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 3 of the switch module. ...from its shipping package. 1. Perform the following steps to work in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that you , skip this document, the Dell M8428-k is also called the M8428-k 10GbEE-FCOE/8Gb FC SW. For...
... For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the section on top of 160 NOTE Be sure to remove the protective covers from the midplane connectors before proceeding. 2. Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 3 of the switch module. ...from its shipping package. 1. Perform the following steps to work in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that you , skip this document, the Dell M8428-k is also called the M8428-k 10GbEE-FCOE/8Gb FC SW. For...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... provides procedures that application instead. For instructions, refer to the converged network switch using the Blade Server chassis management application, use that use twin-ax copper cables. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. Items required The following items are steps to change the module's operating mode (NPIV...
... provides procedures that application instead. For instructions, refer to the converged network switch using the Blade Server chassis management application, use that use twin-ax copper cables. NOTE Use only Dell-approved SFPs on installing an I/O module in a Blade Server Enclosure. Items required The following items are steps to change the module's operating mode (NPIV...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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... IP address To change the IP address of these methods, the IP values are stored on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). NOTE It is in the navigation panel of 255.255.255.0. Modify the converged...
... IP address To change the IP address of these methods, the IP values are stored on the switch module. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC CLI. • Blade Server Enclosure CMC graphical user interface (GUI). • Dell M8428-k command line interface (CLI). NOTE It is in the navigation panel of 255.255.255.0. Modify the converged...
Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide
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...the documentation for the CMC GUI application for additional detail. 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 session is established, you want to manage the module. 1. For Windows.... From the Hyper terminal window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 6 of 160 Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 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 ...
...the documentation for the CMC GUI application for additional detail. 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 session is established, you want to manage the module. 1. For Windows.... From the Hyper terminal window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port. 6 of 160 Dell M8428-k Getting Started Guide MHWKY 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 ...
Dell PowerEdge M1000e Configuration Guide
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...Your System 7 1 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 all bays in the enclosure. NOTE: To ensure proper .... 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 a Dell PowerEdge M1000e enclosure (chassis) that supports power supplies, fan modules, a Chassis Management Controller (CMC) module, and at least one I /O modules ...
...Your System 7 1 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 all bays in the enclosure. NOTE: To ensure proper .... 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 a Dell PowerEdge M1000e enclosure (chassis) that supports power supplies, fan modules, a Chassis Management Controller (CMC) module, and at least one I /O modules ...
Dell PowerEdge M1000e Configuration Guide
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Network Information If your network uses static addressing, you have configured the switch modules, as the system does not operate at support.dell.com/manuals. 2 Initial System Configuration Before You Begin Power Requirements CAUTION: The enclosure power supplies must be connected to a Type B...the power button on the enclosure control panel. Initial Setup Sequence 1 Unpack the enclosure and install it in "Configuring the I/O Modules" on the blades (server modules) until you need the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway to the iKVM module (see Figure 1-16). CAUTION: Do not turn on ...
Network Information If your network uses static addressing, you have configured the switch modules, as the system does not operate at support.dell.com/manuals. 2 Initial System Configuration Before You Begin Power Requirements CAUTION: The enclosure power supplies must be connected to a Type B...the power button on the enclosure control panel. Initial Setup Sequence 1 Unpack the enclosure and install it in "Configuring the I/O Modules" on the blades (server modules) until you need the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway to the iKVM module (see Figure 1-16). CAUTION: Do not turn on ...
Hardware Owner's Manual
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..., all bays in the PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. 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 all times with either a module or with a blank. Figure 1-1. To function as a system, a blade is inserted into an enclosure (chassis) that supports...
..., all bays in the PowerEdge M1000e enclosure. 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 all times with either a module or with a blank. Figure 1-1. To function as a system, a blade is inserted into an enclosure (chassis) that supports...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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Caution: This symbol indicates the possibility of the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 16 port module for blade servers. The term PTM is 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 to the world) are used throughout...
Caution: This symbol indicates the possibility of the Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k 16 port module for blade servers. The term PTM is 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 to the world) are used throughout...
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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... Correction (FEC) support • Supports KR auto-negotiation • Jumbo Frames up to the blade with the corresponding number in the chassis. The product provides 10Gigabit connectivity for the PowerEdge M1000e Dell Chassis. The product supports the following Ethernet protocols. Rev 1.0 1 Overview Overview The PTM is an I/O module designed for blade servers to Ethernet LANs.
... Correction (FEC) support • Supports KR auto-negotiation • Jumbo Frames up to the blade with the corresponding number in the chassis. The product provides 10Gigabit connectivity for the PowerEdge M1000e Dell Chassis. The product supports the following Ethernet protocols. Rev 1.0 1 Overview Overview The PTM is an I/O module designed for blade servers to Ethernet LANs.
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual
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...the PTM into fabric slots A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, and C2. Your package should contain the following items: • Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module for Blade Servers • This Users Manual The PTM is no visible damage that may be plugged into the chassis as shown in the package... Before you install your customer representative immediately. 2.2 Insertion and Removal of the PTM The Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module may have occurred during shipping. If anything in the following diagram: Figure 3: Dell Chassis Slots for the PTM Slot A1 Slot B1 Slot C1 Slot C2 Slot B2 Slot...
...the PTM into fabric slots A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, and C2. Your package should contain the following items: • Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module for Blade Servers • This Users Manual The PTM is no visible damage that may be plugged into the chassis as shown in the package... Before you install your customer representative immediately. 2.2 Insertion and Removal of the PTM The Dell 10Gb Ethernet Pass Through -k module may have occurred during shipping. If anything in the following diagram: Figure 3: Dell Chassis Slots for the PTM Slot A1 Slot B1 Slot C1 Slot C2 Slot B2 Slot...
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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...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, "Resolving... not recognized by the 10GbE PTM. 3. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for common error conditions. Rev 1.00 5 Troubleshooting Software User's Manual This section provides troubleshooting information for assistance. a.
...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, "Resolving... not recognized by the 10GbE PTM. 3. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for common error conditions. Rev 1.00 5 Troubleshooting Software User's Manual This section provides troubleshooting information for assistance. a.
Dell 10 Gb Ethernet Pass Through-k for M1000e Software User’s Manual (Embedded Software Management)
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... the problem is inserted but the link is powered on. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for details. Take out the 10GbE PTM, wait for common error conditions. restart the network device in the relevant port - ...Correctional 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 ...
... the problem is inserted but the link is powered on. If the described procedure does not solve the problem, please contact your Dell representative for details. Take out the 10GbE PTM, wait for common error conditions. restart the network device in the relevant port - ...Correctional 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 ...
Dell PowerConnect M8024-k User's Configuration Guide
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For more information about console redirect, see the Dell Blade Server CMC User's Guide at support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: When you use the CLI. NOTE: If you are installing a stack of -band (OOB) interface-which is powered up and configuring it... each PCM6220, PCM6348, PCM8024, and PCM8024-k module from operational network traffic on this port is connected to the Master Switch. Console Redirect The Dell M1000e Server Chassis includes a console redirect feature that module is inactive and any location in the stack. Out-of-Band Management Port Each PowerConnect M6220/M6348/...
For more information about console redirect, see the Dell Blade Server CMC User's Guide at support.dell.com/manuals. NOTE: When you use the CLI. NOTE: If you are installing a stack of -band (OOB) interface-which is powered up and configuring it... each PCM6220, PCM6348, PCM8024, and PCM8024-k module from operational network traffic on this port is connected to the Master Switch. Console Redirect The Dell M1000e Server Chassis includes a console redirect feature that module is inactive and any location in the stack. Out-of-Band Management Port Each PowerConnect M6220/M6348/...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... Reference Manual vii 53-1001980-01 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 and ...find the information that you want as quickly and easily as possible. Supported hardware and software This document includes information specific to the Dell M8428-k only. About This Document In this chapter •How this document is organized vii •Supported hardware and software vii ...
... Reference Manual vii 53-1001980-01 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 and ...find the information that you want as quickly and easily as possible. Supported hardware and software This document includes information specific to the Dell M8428-k only. About This Document In this chapter •How this document is organized vii •Supported hardware and software vii ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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...; Fabric license • Enhanced Group Management license • FCoE Base license NPIV mode and full fabric mode The converged network switch can function in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. The Dell M8428-k ships with 8 external Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) ports, 4 external Fibre Channel (FC) ports, and 16 internal CEE ports that installs in either...
...; Fabric license • Enhanced Group Management license • FCoE Base license NPIV mode and full fabric mode The converged network switch can function in a Dell PowerEdge M1000e Blade Server Enclosure. The Dell M8428-k ships with 8 external Converged Enhanced Ethernet (CEE) ports, 4 external Fibre Channel (FC) ports, and 16 internal CEE ports that installs in either...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... switch handle at the front of the port side of these LEDs, see "Interpreting LED activity" on the port side of the Blade Server enclosure. Hardware description This section describes the physical switch module as follows: • Loop devices are not supported. • Direct ...NA 1. By lifting the handle's release latch, you can open the handle to Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications" Port side Externally accessible ports and LEDs are as shipped from the factory. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 For specifications, such as installed memory, weight and...
... switch handle at the front of the port side of these LEDs, see "Interpreting LED activity" on the port side of the Blade Server enclosure. Hardware description This section describes the physical switch module as follows: • Loop devices are not supported. • Direct ...NA 1. By lifting the handle's release latch, you can open the handle to Appendix A, "Dell M8428-k specifications" Port side Externally accessible ports and LEDs are as shipped from the factory. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 3 53-1001980-01 For specifications, such as installed memory, weight and...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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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 You do not need to be configured in Figure...
.../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 You do not need to be configured in Figure...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... unit rather than replacing the switch module. ISL trunking groups If you , skip this section. included with the purchase of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for trunking. This section applies when installing a new module in NPIV or full fabric mode. 1 ISL trunking groups Transceivers ...into a single 4-port trunk if the attached switch supports an 4-port trunk. Make sure to work in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 NOTE Only the external ports are color-coded on page 25 provides details ...
... unit rather than replacing the switch module. ISL trunking groups If you , skip this section. included with the purchase of the Dell M1000e Blade Server Enclosure for trunking. This section applies when installing a new module in NPIV or full fabric mode. 1 ISL trunking groups Transceivers ...into a single 4-port trunk if the attached switch supports an 4-port trunk. Make sure to work in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner's Manual. 6 Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 53-1001980-01 NOTE Only the external ports are color-coded on page 25 provides details ...
Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual
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... steps to remove the switch module from the box. The protective foam ends will slide out with the switch module. 4. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 7 53-1001980-01 This tray contains the documentation, regulatory statements, product information guide, and Documentation ... warning. 6. If the converged network switch appears to install the converged network switch into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. Do not insert a damaged converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to remove the protective covers from the switch module. 5. NOTE Be sure to...
... steps to remove the switch module from the box. The protective foam ends will slide out with the switch module. 4. Dell M8428-k Hardware Reference Manual 7 53-1001980-01 This tray contains the documentation, regulatory statements, product information guide, and Documentation ... warning. 6. If the converged network switch appears to install the converged network switch into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. Do not insert a damaged converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to remove the protective covers from the switch module. 5. NOTE Be sure to...