Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6465 Installation manual

Part No. 060510-10, Rev. F
December 2019
OmniSwitch 6465
Hardware Users Guide
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Contents
About This Guide .........................................................................................................vii
Supported Platforms .........................................................................................................vii
Who Should Read this Manual? .......................................................................................vii
When Should I Read this Manual? ...................................................................................vii
What is in this Manual? ...................................................................................................viii
What is Not in this Manual? ............................................................................................viii
How is the Information Organized? ................................................................................viii
Documentation Roadmap .................................................................................................. ix
Related Documentation ..................................................................................................... xi
Technical Support ............................................................................................................xii
Chapter 1 OmniSwitch 6465 .......................................................................................................1-1
OmniSwitch 6465 Availability Features .........................................................................1-2
Power Supply Redundancy ......................................................................................1-2
Hot-Swapping ...........................................................................................................1-2
Hardware Monitoring ...............................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2 Getting Started ...........................................................................................................2-1
Installing the Hardware ...................................................................................................2-1
Items Required .........................................................................................................2-1
Site Preparation ........................................................................................................2-1
Environmental Requirements ............................................................................2-1
Electrical Requirements .....................................................................................2-1
Electrical Surge Warning ..................................................................................2-2
Unpacking and Installing the Switch .......................................................................2-2
Items Included ...................................................................................................2-3
Weight Considerations ......................................................................................2-3
Connections and Cabling ................................................................................................2-4
Network Cable Installation Warning .................................................................2-4
Serial Connection to the Console Port ...............................................................2-4
Serial Connection Default Settings ...................................................................2-4
Booting the Switch ..........................................................................................................2-5
Component LEDs ..............................................................................................2-5
Your First Login Session ................................................................................................2-6
Logging In to the Switch ..........................................................................................2-6
Unlocking Session Types .........................................................................................2-7
Changing the Login Password ..................................................................................2-7
Setting the System Time Zone .................................................................................2-8

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Setting the Date and Time ........................................................................................2-8
Setting Optional Parameters .....................................................................................2-8
Specifying an Administrative Contact ...............................................................2-8
Specifying a System Name ................................................................................2-8
Specifying the Switch’s Location ......................................................................2-8
Viewing Your Changes ............................................................................................2-9
Saving Your Changes ...............................................................................................2-9
Chapter 3 Chassis and Power Supplies ....................................................................................3-1
OmniSwitch 6465 Chassis Details ..................................................................................3-2
OS6465-P6 ...............................................................................................................3-2
OS6465-P6 Front Panel .....................................................................................3-2
OS6465-P6 Rear Panel ......................................................................................3-3
OS6465-P6 Chassis Specifications ....................................................................3-3
OS6465-P12 .............................................................................................................3-4
OS6465-P12 Front Panel ...................................................................................3-4
OS6465-P12 Rear Panel ....................................................................................3-5
OS6465-P12 Chassis Specifications ..................................................................3-5
OS6465-P28 .............................................................................................................3-6
OS6465-P28 Front Panel ...................................................................................3-6
OS6465-P28 Rear Panel ....................................................................................3-6
OS6465-P28 Chassis Specifications ..................................................................3-7
OS6465T-12 .............................................................................................................3-8
OS6465T-12 Front Panel ...................................................................................3-8
OS6465T-12 Rear Panel ....................................................................................3-9
OS6465T-12 Chassis Specifications .................................................................3-9
OS6465T-P12 .........................................................................................................3-10
OS6465T-P12 Front Panel ..............................................................................3-10
OS6465T-P12 Rear Panel ................................................................................3-11
OS6465T-P12 Chassis Specifications .............................................................3-11
Chassis Status LEDs ...............................................................................................3-12
Mounting the Switch .....................................................................................................3-13
General Mounting Recommendations ....................................................................3-13
Airflow / Clearance Recommendations .................................................................3-13
DIN Rail Mounting ................................................................................................3-13
DIN Rail Unmounting ............................................................................................3-14
Rack Mounting Steps (Full-width Chassis) ...........................................................3-15
Rack Mounting Steps (One Half-width Chassis) ...................................................3-16
Rack Mounting Steps (Two Half-width Chassis) ..................................................3-18
Side Mounting Steps ..............................................................................................3-21
DNV Mounting Steps .............................................................................................3-22
Power Supplies ..............................................................................................................3-25
OS6465-BPN-H AC Power Supply .......................................................................3-26
LED States .......................................................................................................3-26
OS6465-BPN AC Power Supply ............................................................................3-27
LED States .......................................................................................................3-27
OS6465-BPR Power Supply ..................................................................................3-28
OS6465-BPRD 180W DC Power Supply ..............................................................3-29
Internal Power Supplies .........................................................................................3-30
Connecting the AC Power Supplies ..............................................................................3-32

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Connecting the Removed Outer Jacket (ROJ) Power Cords ...........................3-32
Final Power Cord Connections ........................................................................3-34
Configuring a Power Supply ...........................................................................3-34
Hot-Swapping / Removing a Power Supply ....................................................3-35
Grounding the Chassis ..................................................................................................3-35
Alarm Relay ..................................................................................................................3-36
Alarm Relay Configuration Examples ...................................................................3-37
Monitoring Chassis Components ..................................................................................3-38
Viewing Chassis Slot Information .........................................................................3-38
Monitoring Chassis Temperature ..................................................................................3-38
Temperature Errors ..........................................................................................3-39
Dying Gasp ....................................................................................................................3-39
Scenarios ................................................................................................................3-39
SNMP Trap ............................................................................................................3-40
Syslog Message ......................................................................................................3-40
Link OAM PDU .....................................................................................................3-40
Link OAM PDU Priority .................................................................................3-40
Chapter 4 Managing Power over Ethernet (PoE) .................................................................4-1
In This Chapter ................................................................................................................4-2
Power over Ethernet Specifications ................................................................................4-3
Power over Ethernet Defaults .........................................................................................4-3
Power over Ethernet Budget ...........................................................................................4-4
Viewing Power Supply Status ..................................................................................4-4
Viewing PoE Status ..................................................................................................4-5
Understanding and Modifying the Default Settings .................................................4-5
PoE Class Detection .................................................................................................4-5
PoE Operational Status .............................................................................................4-6
Configuring the Total Power Available to a Port ..............................................4-6
Configuring the Total Power Available to a slot ...............................................4-7
Setting Port Priority Levels ...............................................................................4-7
Setting the Capacitor Detection Method ...........................................................4-8
Understanding Guard Band .............................................................................................4-8
Understanding Priority Disconnect ...............................................................................4-10
Setting Priority Disconnect Status ..........................................................................4-10
Disabling Priority Disconnect .........................................................................4-10
Enabling Priority Disconnect ..........................................................................4-10
Priority Disconnect is Enabled; Same Priority Level on All PD .....................4-11
Priority Disconnect is Enabled;
Incoming PD Port has Highest Priority Level .................................................4-11
Priority Disconnect is Enabled;
Incoming PD Port has Lowest Priority Level ..................................................4-11
Priority Disconnect is Disabled .......................................................................4-12
Monitoring Power over Ethernet via CLI .....................................................................4-13
Appendix A Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information ..............................................A-1

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Declaration of Conformity: CE Mark ............................................................................A-1
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statement ...................................A-1
China RoHS: Hazardous Substance Table .....................................................................A-2
Taiwan RoHS: Hazardous Substance Table ..................................................................A-3
California Proposition 65 Warning ................................................................................A-3
Standards Compliance ....................................................................................................A-4
FCC Class A, Part 15 ..............................................................................................A-7
Canada Class A Statement ......................................................................................A-7
JATE ........................................................................................................................A-7
CISPR22 Class A warning ......................................................................................A-7
Korea Emissions Statement .....................................................................................A-8
VCCI .......................................................................................................................A-8
Class A Warning for Taiwan and Other Chinese Markets ......................................A-8
Class 1M Laser Warning .........................................................................................A-8
Network Cable Installation Warning ....................................................................... A-8
Translated Safety Warnings ...........................................................................................A-9
Blank Panels Warning ......................................................................................A-9
Electrical Storm Warning ................................................................................. A-9
Installation Warning .........................................................................................A-9
Invisible Laser Radiation Warning .................................................................A-10
Operating Voltage Warning ...........................................................................A-10
Power Disconnection Warning .......................................................................A-10
Proper Earthing Requirement Warning .......................................................... A-11
DC Power Supply Connection Warning ......................................................................A-11
Read Important Safety Information Warning .................................................A-12
Restricted Access Location Warning .............................................................A-12
Wrist Strap Warning .......................................................................................A-12
Instrucciones de seguridad en español .........................................................................A-13
Advertencia sobre el levantamiento del chasis ...............................................A-13
Advertencia de las tapaderas en blanco ..........................................................A-13
Advertencia en caso de tormenta eléctrica ..................................................... A-13
Advertencia de instalación .............................................................................A-13
Advertencia de radiación láser invisible .........................................................A-13
Advertencia de la batería de litio ....................................................................A-13
Advertencia sobre la tensión de operación .....................................................A-13
Advertencia sobre la desconexión de la fuente ..............................................A-13
Advertencia sobre una apropiada conexión a tierra ....................................... A-14
Leer “información importante de seguridad” .................................................A-14
Advertencia de acceso restringido ..................................................................A-14
Advertencia de pulsera antiestática ................................................................A-14
Clase de seguridad ..........................................................................................A-14
Advertencia de fuentes de poder .................................................................... A-14

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About This Guide
This OmniSwitch 6465 Hardware Users Guide describes OmniSwitch 6465 switch components and basic
switch hardware procedures.
Supported Platforms
The information in this guide applies only to OmniSwitch 6465 switches.
Who Should Read this Manual?
The audience for this users guide is network administrators and IT support personnel who need to
configure, maintain, and monitor switches and routers in a live network. However, anyone wishing to gain
knowledge of the hardware will benefit from the material in this guide.
When Should I Read this Manual?
Read this guide as soon as you are ready to familiarize yourself with your switch hardware components.
You should already be familiar with the very basics of the switch hardware, such as module LEDs and
component installation procedures. This manual will help you understand your switch hardware in
greater depth.

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What is in this Manual?
This users guide includes the following hardware-related information:
•Descriptions of “Availability” features.
•Technical specifications for the chassis, power supplies and modules.
•Power supply requirements.
•The dynamics of chassis airflow, including detailed illustrations of proper and improper airflow
configurations.
•Hot-swapping power supplies.
•Installation and removal procedures for power supplies and modules.
•Detailed illustrations and LED descriptions for chassis, network and power supply operability.
•Hardware-related Command Line Interface (CLI) commands.
What is Not in this Manual?
The descriptive and procedural information in this manual focuses on switch hardware. It includes
information on some CLI commands that pertain directly to hardware configuration, but it is not intended
as a software users guide. There are several OmniSwitch users guides that focus on switch software
configuration. Consult those guides for detailed information and examples for configuring your switch
software to operate in a live network environment. See “Documentation Roadmap” on page -ix and
“Related Documentation” on page -xi for further information on software configuration guides available
for your switch.
How is the Information Organized?
Each chapter in this guide focuses on a specific hardware component or a set of hardware components. All
descriptive, technical specification, and procedural information for a hardware component can be found in
the chapter dedicated to that component.

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Documentation Roadmap
The OmniSwitch user documentation suite was designed to supply you with information at several critical
junctures of the configuration process.The following section outlines a roadmap of the manuals that will
help you at each stage of the configuration process. Under each stage, we point you to the manual or
manuals that will be most helpful to you.
Stage 1: Using the Switch for the First Time
Pertinent Documentation: Getting Started Information
Release Notes
A “Getting Started” chapter is included in the OmniSwitch 6465 Hardware Users Guide. This chapter
provides all the information you need to get your switch up and running the first time. It also includes
succinct overview information on fundamental aspects of the switch.
At this time you should also familiarize yourself with the Release Notes that accompanied your switch.
This document includes important information on feature limitations that are not included in other
user guides.
Stage 2: Gaining Familiarity with Basic Switch Functions
Pertinent Documentation: Hardware Users Guide
OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Switch Management Guide
Once you have your switch up and running, you will want to begin investigating basic aspects of its
hardware and software. Information about switch hardware is provided in the OmniSwitch 6465 Hardware
Guide. This guide provide specifications, illustrations, and descriptions of all hardware components. It also
includes steps for common procedures, such as removing and installing switch components.
This guide is the primary users guide for the basic software features on a single switch. This guide
contains information on the switch directory structure, basic file and directory utilities, switch access
security, SNMP, and web-based management. It is recommended that you read this guide before
connecting your switch to the network.
Stage 3: Integrating the Switch Into a Network
Pertinent Documentation: OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Network Configuration Guide
When you are ready to connect your switch to the network, you will need to learn how the OmniSwitch
implements fundamental software features, such as 802.1Q, VLANs, Spanning Tree, and network routing
protocols. The Network Configuration Guide guide contains overview information, procedures, and
examples on how standard networking technologies are configured on the OmniSwitch.

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Anytime
The OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 CLI Reference Guide contains comprehensive information on all CLI
commands supported by the switch. This guide includes syntax, default, usage, example, related CLI
command, and CLI-to-MIB variable mapping information for all CLI commands supported by the switch.
This guide can be consulted anytime during the configuration process to find detailed and specific
information on each CLI command.

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Related Documentation
The following are the titles and descriptions of all the OmniSwitch 6465 user manuals:
•OmniSwitch 6465 Hardware Users Guide
Complete technical specifications and procedures for all OmniSwitch 6465 chassis, power supplies,
and Network Interface (NI) modules.
•OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 CLI Reference Guide
Complete reference to all CLI commands supported on the OmniSwitch. Includes syntax definitions,
default values, examples, usage guidelines and CLI-to-MIB variable mappings.
•OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Switch Management Guide
Includes procedures for readying an individual switch for integration into a network. Topics include the
software directory architecture, image rollback protections, authenticated switch access, managing
switch files, system configuration, using SNMP, and using web management software (WebView).
•OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Network Configuration Guide
Includes network configuration procedures and descriptive information on all the major software
features and protocols included in the base software package. Chapters cover Layer 2 information
(Ethernet and VLAN configuration), Layer 3 information (routing protocols, such as RIP and IPX),
security options (authenticated VLANs), Quality of Service (QoS), link aggregation, and server
load balancing.
•Technical Tips, Field Notices
Includes information published by Alcatel-Lucent’s Customer Support group.
•Release Notes
Includes critical Open Problem Reports, feature exceptions, and other important information on the
features supported in the current release and any limitations to their support.

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Technical Support
A service agreement brings your company the assurance of 7x24 no-excuses technical support. You’ll also
receive regular software updates to maintain and maximize your product’s features and functionality and
on-site hardware replacement through our global network of highly qualified service delivery partners.
With 24-hour access to the Service and Support web page, you’ll be able to view and update any case
(open or closed) that you have reported to technical support, open a new case or access helpful release
notes, technical bulletins, and manuals.
Access additional information can be found below:
Web: businessportal2.alcatel-lucent.com
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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1 OmniSwitch 6465
Refer to the information below for OmniSwitch 6465 models and components.
Model Number Description
OS6465-P6 Fixed-configuration, fanless, din-mountable chassis with:
•4 - RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T 802.3at PoE ports (Odd-numbered ports
support 60W)
•2- 100/1000Base-X SFP ports
OS6465-P12 Fixed-configuration, fanless, din-mountable chassis with:
•8 - RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T 802.3at PoE ports (Odd-numbered ports
support 60W)
•4- 100/1000Base-X SFP ports
OS6465-P28 Fixed-configuration, fanless, rack-mountable chassis in a 1U form factor with:
•22 - RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T 802.3at PoE ports (Ports 1 - 8 support 60W)
•2- 100/1000Base-X SFP ports
•4- SFP+ 1G/10G ports
OS6465T-12 Fixed-configuration, fanless, din-mountable chassis with:
•8 - RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T ports
•2 - 10/100/1000Base-T or 100/1000Base-X Combo ports
•2- 1000Base-X SFP ports
OS6465T-P12 Fixed-configuration, fanless, din-mountable chassis with:
•8 - RJ45 10/100/1000Base-T 802.3at PoE ports (Odd-numbered ports
support 60W)
•2 - 10/100/1000Base-T or 100/1000Base-X Combo ports
•2- 100/1000Base-X SFP ports
Note: The 'T' models support an increased operating temperature range as documented in the chassis spec-
ifications table, but they do not meet the Industrial Compliance Requirements listed in the Standards
Compliance section.

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OmniSwitch 6465 Availability Features
The switch provides a broad variety of availability features. Availability features are hardware and
software-based safeguards that help prevent the loss of data flow in the unlikely event of a subsystem
failure. In addition, some availability features allow users to maintain or replace hardware components
without powering off the switch or interrupting switch operations. Combined, these features provide added
resiliency and help ensure that the switch is consistently available for day-to-day network operations.
Hardware-related availability features include:
•Power Supply Redundancy
•Hot-Swapping
•Hardware Monitoring
Power Supply Redundancy
Multiple power supplies can be used for power supply redundancy. The OmniSwitch 6465 does not
support power supply load sharing. For information on power supplies, refer to Chapter 3, “Chassis and
Power Supplies.”
Hot-Swapping
Hot-swapping refers to the action of adding, removing, or replacing certain hardware components without
powering off your switch and disrupting other components in the chassis. This feature greatly facilitates
hardware upgrades and maintenance and also allows you to easily replace components in the unlikely
event of hardware failure.
Hardware Monitoring
Automatic Monitoring
Automatic monitoring refers to the switch’s built-in sensors that automatically monitor operations. If an
error is detected (e.g., over-threshold temperature), the switch immediately sends a trap to the user. The
trap is displayed on the console in the form of a text error message.
LEDs
LEDs, which provide visual status information, are provided on the front and rear panels. LEDs are used
to indicate conditions, such as hardware and software status, link integrity, data flow, etc. For detailed
LED descriptions, refer to the corresponding hardware component section in the next chapter.
User-Driven Monitoring
User-driven hardware monitoring refers to CLI commands that are entered by the user in order to access
the current status of hardware components. The user enters “show” commands that output information to
the console. The show commands for all the features are described in detail in the OmniSwitch CLI
Reference Guide.

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2 Getting Started
Installing the Hardware
Note. For information on configuring a Virtual Chassis (VC), refer to the OmniSwitch AOS Release 8
Switch Management Guide.
Items Required
•Grounding wrist strap
•Phillips screwdriver
•Flat-blade screwdriver
Site Preparation
Environmental Requirements
The switches have the following environmental and airflow requirements:
•The installation site must maintain a supported temperature and humidity range as given in the
specifications table for the chassis. See “OmniSwitch 6465 Chassis Details” on page 3-2.
•Be sure to allow adequate room for proper air ventilation around the chassis. Refer to “Mounting the
Switch” on page 3-13 for minimum clearance requirements.
Electrical Requirements
Note. Switches must be installed by a professional installer. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure
that proper grounding is available and that the installation meets applicable local and national electrical
codes.
The switches have the following general electrical requirements:
•Each switch requires one grounded electrical outlet for each power supply installed in the chassis.
Redundant AC Power. It is recommended that each AC outlet resides on a separate circuit. With
redundant AC, if a single circuit fails, the switch’s remaining power supplies (on separate circuits) can
remain operational.

Installing the Hardware Getting Started
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Electrical Surge Warning
In order to help protect equipment against electrical surges please take note of the following
recommendations and guidelines:
1Earth grounding of all devices is fundamental to ensure long term reliability.
•All electrical equipment must be installed by a qualified, licensed electrician.
•Every power supply that is connected to building power should be earth grounded.
•Earth grounding for the power cable, should be verified to be 0.01 ohm or less.
•Each switch should be grounded to same earth ground as the power supply.
•Each powered device, such as an AP or camera, should be connected to earth ground.
•Each surge suppression device should be connected to earth ground.
2Shielded cables (STP) offer some minimal level of additional protection over unshielded Ethernet
cables (UTP) but the use of a surge protector is still recommended.
•It is suggested to use STP Cat5e or better for 1Gbps Ethernet switches for any outdoor application or
applications where Ethernet cables come in close proximity to alternating current conductors.
•Always install cables according to manufacturer requirements.
3For any connections where integrity of the cabling within a building ground is questionable (i.e outdoor
connections), copper Ethernet ports must be connected with an appropriate surge protection device, inline,
between the PSE and PD per the manufacturer’s recommendations for connection and grounding.
4Caution should be taken for any cable connected to any outdoor device, not only on the device ground-
ing, but to ensure that any outdoor device cables that could carry surge currents, do not pass those surge
currents to upstream Ethernet switches.
5Caution - Category 5e, Category 6, and Category 6a cables can store large amounts of static electricity
due to the dielectric properties of their construction materials in addition, this build up of electricity could
lead to a Cable Discharge Event (CDE). A CDE can occur due to the differential in charges on the cable
and the equipment it’s being connected to. It is recommended that installers momentarily ground all
copper Ethernet cables (especially in new cable runs) to a suitable and safe earth ground before connect-
ing them to the port.
Note. Failure to follow the above recommendations could result in voiding the warranty of the affected
ALE product.
Unpacking and Installing the Switch
To protect your switch components from damage, read all unpacking recommendations and instructions
carefully before beginning.
Unpack your chassis as close as possible to the location where it will be installed.

Getting Started Installing the Hardware
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Items Included
Your OmniSwitch may include the following items:
•OmniSwitch chassis with power supplies, per order
•Transceivers, per order
•Blank cover panel
•Rack mount brackets
•Country-specific power cord(s)
•Rubber table-mounting feet
•Attachment screws
•Assorted instructional cards, anti-static bags and additional packaging
Weight Considerations
Weights vary depending on model type. Please refer to the chassis specifications table.

Connections and Cabling Getting Started
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Connections and Cabling
Once your switch is properly installed, you should connect all network and management cables required for
your network applications. Connections may include:
•Console connector
•Cables to NIs or transceivers
Network Cable Installation Warning
Never install exposed network cables outdoors. Install network cables per manufacturer requirements.
Serial Connection to the Console Port
The console port provides a serial connection to the switch is required when logging into the switch for the
first time. By default, this connector provides a DCE console connection.
Serial Connection Default Settings
For information on modifying these settings, refer to the Switch Management Guide.
baud rate 9600
parity none
data bits (word size) 8
stop bits 1

Getting Started Booting the Switch
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Booting the Switch
Now that you have installed the switch components and connected network and management cables, you can
boot the switch. To boot the switch, plug all power supply cords into easily-accessible, properly grounded
power outlets. (Do not use extension cords.) The switch will power on and boot automatically.
Note. If you have more than one power supply installed, be sure to plug in each power supply in rapid
succession, (i.e., within a few seconds of each other). This ensures that there will be adequate power for
all components throughout the boot process.
Component LEDs
During the boot process, component LEDs will flash and change color, indicating different stages of the boot
For complete information on LED states, refer to “Chassis Status LEDs” on page 3-12.
Once the switch has completely booted and you have accessed your computer’s terminal emulation software
via the console port, you are ready to log in to the switch’s Command Line Interface (CLI) and configure basic
information. Continue to “Your First Login Session” on page 2-6.

Your First Login Session Getting Started
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Your First Login Session
In order to complete the setup process for the switch, you must complete the following steps during your first
login session:
•Log in to the switch
•Unlock session types
•Change the login password
•Set the date and time
•Set optional system information
•Save your changes
Important. You must be connected to the switch via the console port before initiating your first login
session.
Logging In to the Switch
When you first log in to the switch, you will be prompted for a login name and password. Use the switch’s
default settings:
•Login: admin
•Password: switch
The default welcome banner, which includes information such as the current software version and system date,
is displayed followed by the CLI command prompt:
Welcome to the Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 8.5.R01, February 15, 2018.
Copyright (c) 1994-2014 Alcatel-Lucent. All Rights Reserved.
OmniSwitch(tm) is a trademark of Alcatel-Lucent, registered in the United States
Patent and Trademark Office.
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Note. A user account includes a login name, password, and user privileges. Privileges determine whether
the user has read or write access to the switch and which commands the user is authorized to execute. For
detailed information on setting up and modifying user accounts, refer to the Switch Management Guide.