Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6800 Series User manual

OmniSwitch®6800 Series
Getting Started Guide
060195-10, Rev.D
June 2007

Warning. Only personnel knowledgeable in basic electrical and mechanical procedures should install or maintain this
equipment.
Lithium Batteries Caution. There is a danger of explosion if the Lithium battery in your chassis is incorrectly replaced.
Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type of battery recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The manufacturer’s instructions are as follows:
The features and specifications described in this guide are subject to change without notice.
Copyright © 2007 by Alcatel-Lucent. All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced in whole or in part without
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Alcatel-Lucent®and the Alcatel-Lucent logo are registered trademarks of Alcatel-Lucent. Xylan®, OmniSwitch®,
OmniStack®, and Alcatel-Lucent OmniVista®are registered trademarks of Alcatel-Lucent.
OmniAccess™, Omni Switch/Router™, PolicyView™, RouterView™, SwitchManager™, VoiceView™, WebView™,
X-Cell™, X-Vision™, and the Xylan logo are trademarks of Alcatel-Lucent.
This OmniSwitch product contains components which may be covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patents:
• U.S. Patent No. 6,339,830
• U.S. Patent No. 6,070,243
• U.S. Patent No. 6,061,368
• U.S. Patent No. 5,394,402
• U.S. Patent No. 6,047,024
• U.S. Patent No. 6,314,106
• U.S. Patent No. 6,542,507
Return the module with the Lithium battery to Alcatel-Lucent. The Lithium
battery will be replaced at Alcatel-Lucent’s factory.
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OmniSwitch 6800 Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installing the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Items Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Weight Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Items Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking and Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking the Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setting Up the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Airflow Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing the Switch on a Tabletop or Bench . . . 6
Tabletop Mounting Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Rack-Mounting the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Rack Mounting Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing Combo Port SFPs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing Backup Power Supply Components . . . . . 9
Connections and Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting the Serial Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Serial Connection Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Booting OmniSwitch 6800 Series
Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Booting a Standalone Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Your First Login Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Logging In to the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Assigning an IP Address to the Switch . . . . . . . . . . 13
Unlocking Session Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Changing the Login Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting the System Time Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting Optional System Information . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Specifying an Administrative Contact . . . . . . .16
Specifying a System Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Specifying the Switch’s Location . . . . . . . . . . .17
Viewing and Saving Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Files and Directories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Boot and Image Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
boot.params File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
boot.cfg File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
boot.slot.cfg File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Image Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Working and Certified Directories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Working Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Certified Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using WebView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Browser Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Logging In to WebView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Navigating WebView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

June 2007 OmniSwitch 6800 Series 1
OmniSwitch 6800 Series
The OmniSwitch 6800 Series is an advanced fixed
configuration family of Ethernet switches. These switches
provide wire rate Layer 2 forwarding and Layer 3 routing with
advanced services.
They are fixed configuration, triple-speed (10/100/1000)
switches that provide increased network performance,
improved application response times, secure the LAN, and
enhance user productivity by maximizing mobility, network
capacity, and services over existing category 5/5E/6 cabling.
Refer to the User Manual CD for additional hardware and
software OmniSwitch documentation.
OmniSwitch6800-48L
OK
PWR
FANTMP
BPS
PRI
46
48
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4648
Console
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47LINK/ACT
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Speed1
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OmniSwitch6800-24L
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PWR
FANTMP
BPS
PRI
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2224
Console
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23LINK/ACT
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Speed1
OmniSwitch6800-U24
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PWR
FAN TMP
BPS
XFP1 XFP2
Console
Speed LNK/ACT
CLASS1LASER PRODUCT
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OmniSwitch6800-48
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PWR
FAN TMP
BPS
PRI
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Console
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OmniSwitch6800-24
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PWR
FAN TMP
BPS
PRI
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Console
15
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23LINK/ACT
24LINK/ACT
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Speed1
OmniSwitch 6800-24
OmniSwitch 6800-U24
OmniSwitch 6800-48
OmniSwitch 6800-24L
OmniSwitch 6800-48L

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Related Documentation
The following are the titles and descriptions of all the
OmniSwitch 6800 Series user documentation included in the
User Manual CD:
•OmniSwitch 6800 Series Getting Started Guide
Describes the hardware and software procedures for
getting an OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch up and
running. Also provides information on fundamental
aspects of OmniSwitch hardware components and
software architecture.
•OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide
Complete technical specifications and procedures for
all OmniSwitch 6800 Series hardware, including chas-
sis, power supplies, fans, combo ports, stacking
procedures, optional backup power supplies, etc.
•OmniSwitch CLI Reference Guide
Complete reference to all CLI commands supported on
the OmniSwitch 6800 Series. Includes syntax defini-
tions, default values, examples, usage guidelines, and
CLI-to-MIB variable mappings.
•OmniSwitch 6800/6850/9000 Switch Management
Guide
Includes procedures for readying a 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 6800/6850/9000 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 (Ether-
net and VLAN configuration), Layer 3 information
(static routes), security options (authenticated
VLANs), Quality of Service (QoS), and link
aggregation.
•OmniSwitch 6800/6850/9000 Advanced Routing
Configuration Guide
Includes network configuration procedures and
descriptive information on all the software features and
protocols included in the advanced routing software
package. Chapters cover multicast routing (DVMRP
and PIM-SM) and OSPF.
•OmniSwitch Transceivers Guide
Includes information on Small Form Factor Pluggable
(SFPs) and 10 Gbps Small Form Factor Pluggables
(XFPs) transceivers.

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Items Required
In addition to the materials and components provided in the
OmniSwitch 6800 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 6800 Series switches have the following environ-
mental and airflow requirements:
•The installation site must maintain a temperature
between 0° and 45° Celsius (32° and 122° Fahrenheit)
and not exceed 95 percent maximum humidity (non-
condensing) at any time.
•Be sure to allow adequate room for proper air ventila-
tion 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 5 for minimum clearance
requirements.
Electrical Requirements
OmniSwitch 6800 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.
Weight Considerations
A single OS6800 weighs approximately 14 lbs.
(6.30 Kg). A stack of eight OS6800 switches weighs
approximately 111 lbs (50.4 Kgs).
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Items Included
Your OmniSwitch 6800 Series switch order includes the
following items:
•OmniSwitch chassis
•Rack mount flanges with attachment screws (rack
mount flanges may be pre-installed on some orders)
•Power cord (country-specific)
•Documentation CD containing a complete set of user
guides for the switch and switch software. Refer to
“Related Documentation” on page 2 for a complete list of
included documentation.
Depending on the items ordered for your specific network
requirements, the following optional items may also be
included:
•Stacking cables (per order)
•SFPs (per order)
•10 Gigabit XFP connectors (per order)
•Backup power supply components and cables
(per order)
Unpacking and Initial Setup
Unpacking the Chassis
To protect your OmniSwitch chassis and hardware compo-
nents from electrostatic discharge (ESD) and physical damage,
read all unpacking recommendations and instructions care-
fully before beginning.
Recommendations
•Unpack your OmniSwitch chassis as close as possible
to the location where it will be installed.
•Depending on your order, Small Form-Factor Plugga-
bles (SFPs), stacking cables, and backup power supply
components may be packaged separately. In order to
greatly reduce exposure to electrostatic discharge
(ESD) and physical damage, do not unpack these items
until they are ready to be installed.
Instructions
1Carefully cut the tape along the seam at the top of the
box containing the chassis.
2Lift the box’s top flaps. Remove any smaller boxes or
pouches that are enclosed and set them aside.
3Lift the chassis out of the packaging.
4Carefully remove any foam pads and protective plastic
from the switch chassis.

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Note. Alcatel-Lucent provides factory-installed blank
cover plates for empty backup power supply or 10 Giga-
bit expansion module bays. Do not remove these cover
plates unless a backup power supply or expansion module
is to be installed immediately at the corresponding bay.
5If you are installing multiple switches in a stacked
configuration, repeat steps 1 through 4 for the remaining
switches that will make up the stack.
6Once all OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches have been
removed from their packaging, continue to “Setting Up
the Switch.”
Setting Up the Switch
Note. Due to their airflow and access requirements,
OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches cannot be wall-
mounted.
Airflow Considerations
Be sure that your switch is placed in a well-ventilated, static-
free environment. Always allow adequate clearance at the
front, rear, and sides of the switch.
The following diagram shows recommended minimum clear-
ances for adequate chassis airflow and access to components at
the rear of the chassis:
OK
PWR
FANTMP
BPS
PRI
22
24
21
23
2123
2224
Console
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23LINK/ACT
24LINK/ACT
13
14
3
4
Speed2
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Speed1
Rear. 5 inches minimum
at rear of chassis.
Front. 6 inches minimum
at front of chassis for
cable access and LED
visibility.
Sides. 2 inches minimum
at left and right sides for
chassis airflow.
Chassis Top View

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Never obstruct the air vents located at the left and right sides
of the chassis.
Note. Clearance is not required at the top and bottom of
the chassis. For detailed chassis airflow diagrams, refer to
the OmniSwitch 6800 Series Hardware Users Guide.
Installation Options
There are two ways in which the OmniSwitch 6800 Series
switches can be installed:
•Tabletop installation
•Rack-mount installation
For information on setting up a switch as a tabletop unit, refer
to “Installing the Switch on a Tabletop or Bench.” For infor-
mation on rack-mounting the switch, refer to
“Rack-Mounting the Switch” on page 7.
Installing the Switch on a Tabletop or
Bench
OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches can be installed freestand-
ing as tabletop units. Place your switch in a stable, flat, static-
free surface.
Note. OmniSwitch 6800 Series switches must be placed
“right side up.” Never attempt to operate a switch posi-
tioned on its side.
Tabletop Mounting Steps
To install the switch as a tabletop unit, follow the steps below:
1Position the chassis on the table or bench where it is to
be installed.
2Be sure that adequate clearance has been provided for
chassis airflow and access to the front, back, and sides of
the switch. For recommended clearances, refer to page 5.
Also, be sure that you have placed the chassis within reach
of all required AC power sources.
If you are placing multiple switches in a stacked configu-
ration, carefully stack the remaining switches, one on top
of the other. Up to eight switches may be stacked to form
a single virtual chassis. Be sure to maintain adequate
clearance at the front, rear, left, and right side of all
switches (see page 5). Also, be sure that you have placed
all switches in the stack within reach of required AC
power sources.
Note. If you are installing a single (i.e., standalone)
switch, continue to “Connections and Cabling” on page 10
for additional setup procedures.