Alcatel OmniStack 8008 User manual

Part No. 060118-10, Rev. A
December 2000
OmniStack®8008
Getting Started Guide

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Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital
device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this
guide, may cause interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without
approval of the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
It is suggested that the user use only shielded and grounded cables to ensure compliance
with FCC Rules.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian depart-
ment of communications.
Le present appareil numerique níemet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les lim-
ites applicables aux appareils numeriques de la Class B prescrites dans le reglement sur
le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des communications du Canada.

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Contents
Introduction 1
Installing the Switch 2
Package Contents 2
Description of Hardware 2
Mounting the Switch 3
Stacking Switches on a Flat Surface 3
Mounting Switches in a Rack 3
Connecting the Switch System 4
Connecting to a Gigabit Port 4
Powering On the Switch 5
Verifying Port Status 5
Verifying System Operation 5
Applications 6
Product Specifications 7
Troubleshooting 8
Diagnosing Switch Indicators 8
Power and Cooling Problems 8
Installation 8
EMI Certification 9
FCC Class B Certification (USA) 9
Canada Department of Communications - Class B 9
BSMI Class A (Taiwan) 10
VCCI Class B Compliance (Japan) 10
CE Mark Declaration of Conformance 10
Safety Compliance 11
Warning: Fiber Optic Port Safety 11
Avertissment: Ports pour fibres optiques - sécurité sur le plan optique 11
Warnhinweis: Faseroptikanschlüsse - Optische Sicherheit 11
Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement 11
Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (Germany) 12
Optional Hardware 12

Contents
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1
Introduction
The Alcatel Omnistack®8008 is a high-performance Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for
the network core. It provides 8 1000BASE-SX ports that can significantly improve the
performance of your network’s backbone, and deliver the throughput needed to support a
broad range of advanced network applications.
With 16 Gigabits of aggregate bandwidth, this Alcatel switch provides the quickest
solution to meeting the growing demands on your network’s limited resources. Each
1000BASE-SX fiber optic port can support connections up to 550 meters (1800 feet),
providing high-bandwidth connectivity within or between workgroups, and increased
capacity for server farms, giving your users faster access to network-wide resources.
The Alcatel Omnistack®includes a built-in management agent that allows you to
configure or monitor the switch using the embedded management program or SNMP/
RMON applications. To manage the switch, you can make a direct connection to the
console port. You can also make a network connection to manage the switch using
Telnet, the on-board Web agent, or any SNMP-based network management software.
By accessing the management agent you can configure the switch’s wide array of
advanced features, such as:
• Agent supports Telnet, SNMP/RMON and Web-based interface
• Basic RMON (including Statistics, History, Alarms and Events)
• Spanning Tree Algorithm for redundant paths between switches
• Full-duplex flow control (IEEE 802.3x)
• Broadcast storm control (broadcast packets dropped at a configurable threshold)
• Port mirroring (for real-time debugging without affecting the target port)
• VLAN support for up to 256 groups, port-based or with 802.1Q VLAN tagging
• Multicast filtering with IGMP snooping
• Quality of Service supports two levels of priority with Weighted Fair Queueing

Omnistack®8008
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Installing the Switch
Before installing the switch verify that you have all the items listed under “Package
Contents.” If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your local Alcatel
distributor. Also be sure you have all the necessary tools and cabling before installing the
switch. Note that this switch can be installed on any suitably large flat surface or in a
standard EIA 19-inch rack. After installing the switch, refer to the Users Guide to set up its
more advanced features, such as Spanning Tree Protocol or VLAN port groups.
Package Contents
This package includes:
Description of Hardware
The switch contains 8 1000BASE-SX fiber optic ports. An SNMP/RMON management
agent is built into the switch unit with a serial port provided on the rear panel for
out-of-band console configuration. The AC power socket and redundant power supply
connector are also located on the rear panel.
All the SC-type ports operate at 1000 Mbps full and half duplex and support
auto-negotiation of duplex mode and flow control. When using auto-negotiation, the
transmission mode, and flow control can be automatically set if this feature is also
supported by the attached device.
The switch also includes an LED display panel for key system and port indications that
simplify installation and network troubleshooting.
The following figure shows the components of this switch:
•Omnistack
®8008 (Model No. OS-8008)
• Four rubber foot pads
• Rack mount bracket kit
• AC power cord
• Console cable
• This Getting Started Guide
• Owner registration card
• Users Guide

Installing the Switch
3
Mounting the Switch
This switch can be placed directly on your desktop, or mounted in a rack.
Before you start installing the switch, make sure you can provide the right operating
environment, including power requirements, sufficient physical space, and proximity to
other devices that are to be connected. Verify the following requirements:
• Power requirements: 100 to 240 VAC (± 10%) at 50 to 60 Hz (± 3Hz). The switch's
power supply automatically adjusts to the input voltage level.
• The switch should be located in a cool dry place, with at least 10 cm (4 in.) of space on
the sides for ventilation.
• Place the switch out of direct sunlight, and away from heat sources or areas with a high
amount of electromagnetic interference.
• If you intend to mount the switch in a rack, make sure you have all the necessary
mounting screws, brackets, bolts and nuts, and the right tools.
• Check if network cables and connectors needed for installation are available.
Stacking Switches on a Flat Surface
The Omnistack®8008 can be stacked
anywhere there is enough flat space, such as
on a table or desktop.
1. Stick the self-adhesive rubber foot pads
(that come with this package) on each of
the 4 concave spaces located on the
bottom of the switch.
2. Place the first switch on a firm flat surface where you want to install the stack.
3. Repeat step 1 for each switch before stacking them. The rubber foot pads cushion
the switch against shock/vibrations and provide space between each switch for
ventilation.
Mounting Switches in a Rack
Please comply with the following instructions to ensure
that your switch is securely mounted in the rack.
1. Use a standard EIA 19-inch rack.
2. Use the brackets and screws supplied in the rack
mounting kit.
3. Use a Philips screwdriver to attach the brackets to
the side of the switch.
4. Position the switch in the rack by lining up the holes in the brackets with the
appropriate holes on the rack, and then use the rack-mount screws to mount the
switch in the rack.

Omnistack®8008
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Connecting the Switch System
The OmniStack®8008 provides 8 SC-type fiber optic ports. Each of these ports support
connection to 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet.
Connecting to a Gigabit Port
When connecting fiber cable to a 1000BASE-SX port on the switch, be sure you use an
SC-type connector. Follow the steps below.
Warning: This switch uses lasers to transmit signals over fiber optic cable. The lasers are
compliant with the requirements of a Class 1 Laser Product and are inherently eye
safe in normal operation. However, you should never look directly at a transmit port
when it is powered on.
1. Remove and keep the SC port’s rubber cover. When not connected to a fiber cable,
the rubber cover should be replaced to protect the optics.
2. Check that the fiber terminators are clean. You can clean the cable plugs by wiping
them gently with a clean tissue or cotton ball moistened with a little ethanol. Dirty
fiber terminators on fiber optic cables will impair the quality of the light transmitted
through the cable and lead to degraded performance on the port.
3. Connect one end of the cable to the SC port on the switch and the other end to the
SC port on the other device. Since SC connectors are keyed, the cable can be
attached in only one orientation. When inserting the cable, be sure the tab on the
plug clicks into position to ensure that it is properly seated.
All the SC-type ports operate at 1 Gbps with support for auto-negotiation of duplex mode
(full/half) and flow control. Also note the maximum length for 1000BASE-SX fiber optic
cable depends on the core size and the rating of the cable, as shown in the following
table.
Fiber Size Fiber Bandwidth Maximum Cable Length
62.5/125 micron 160 MHz/km 220 m (722 ft)
200 MHz/km 275 m (902 ft)
50/125 micron 400 MHz/km 500 m (1641 ft)
500 MHz/km 550 m (1805 ft)

Installing the Switch
5
Powering On the Switch
1. Plug the power cord into the power socket on the rear of the switch, and the other
end into a power outlet. (If you have purchased a redundant power supply, plug it into
the “DC INPUT” receptacle on the rear of the switch.)
2. Check the LED marked Power on the front panel to see if it is on. The unit will
automatically select the setting that matches the connected input voltage. Therefore,
no additional adjustments are necessary when connecting it to any input voltage
within the range marked on the rear panel.
3. The switch performs a self-diagnostic test upon power-on. (Note that this test takes
about 10 seconds to complete.)
Note: The unit supports a “hot remove” feature which permits you to connect or disconnect
fiber cables without powering off the switch and without disrupting the operation of the
devices attached to the switch.
Verifying Port Status
Check each connection by viewing the port indicators shown in the following table.
Verifying System Operation
Verify that all attached devices have a valid connection. The switch monitors the link
status for each port. If any device is properly connected to the switch, the Link indicator
will light up for the corresponding port. If the Link indicator fails to light when you connect
a device to the switch, check the following items:
• Be sure all network cables and connectors are properly attached to the connected
device and the switch.
• See if your cable is functioning properly by using it for another port and attached device
that displays valid indications when connected to the network.
• Be sure not to exceed the maximum length for the type and rating of fiber cable you are
using. Refer to the table on the preceding page.
LED State Indication
System
Power On Switch is receiving power.
Off Power off or failure.
RDP On Redundant power unit is attached and is in backup or
active mode.
Off Power off or failure.
SC Fiber Ports
Link On Port has established a valid network connection.
Flashing Port has been manually disabled, or partitioned by
the system due to excessive errors.
Off No valid link.
ACT On Traffic is passing through the port.
Off No network activity.

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Applications
This switch segments your network, significantly increasing both bandwidth and
throughput. Each port on the switch can be attached to any IEEE 802.3z-compliant
Gigabit Ethernet device, such as another switch, full-duplex repeater, or a server’s
network adapter. All switch ports can operate at 1 Gbps full duplex, providing 2 Gbps of
bandwidth to the attached device.
Bridging Functions - This switch provides fully transparent bridging functions. It
automatically learns each node address and uses the addresses to forward traffic. When
traffic passes between devices attached to different ports on the switch, the high-speed
switching fabric forwards the packets.
Switching Functions - Store-and-forward switching is used to forward traffic to other
ports. This scheme ensures data integrity and provides a clean data stream.
Configuration Options - This switch is designed to operate as a high-bandwidth
backbone switch. It segments the core of the network, providing full-duplex switched links
to workgroup switches, full-duplex repeaters, or high-speed servers. The switch offers
redundant power supply backup and also supports a host of advanced management
features that are required for efficient control of today’s network traffic.

Product Specifications
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Product Specifications
Physical Characteristics
Access Method CSMA/CD
Standards Conformance IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX
Communication Rate 1000 Mbps
Communication Mode Full and half duplex
Media Supported 62.5/125 or 50/125 mm multimode fiber
Number of Ports 8 SC-type ports
Indicator Panel System: Power, RDP
Ports: Link, ACT
Dimensions 440 x 285 x 64 mm (17.37 x 11.22 x 2.53 in.)
Weight 4.6 kg (10.14 lbs)
Input Power 100 to 240V (±10%), 50 to 60 Hz (±3 Hz)
Maximum Current 0.5A @110V, 0.7A @240V
Power Consumption 70 Watts max. @ 100-240 VAC
Heat Dissipation 239 BTU/hr max. @ 100-240 VAC
Temperature Operating: 0~50°C / 32~122°F
Storage: -40~70°C / -40~158°F
Humidity 5% to 95% (noncondensing)
Certification CE Mark
Emissions FCC Class B, VCCI Class B, CISPR Class B
Immunity EN 61000-4-2/3/4/6/11
Safety CSA/NRTL, TÜV/GS
Switching Criteria
Network Bridging Function Filtering, forwarding and learning
Switching Method Store-and-forward
Address Table 12K entries total
Queue Buffer 2M bytes per port
Address Resolution Fast hashing scheme
Traffic Control
Flow Control IEEE 802.3x for full duplex, back-pressure for half duplex
Broadcast Suppression Broadcast traffic discarded above configurable threshold
System Management
System Configuration On-board configuration via console connection to serial
port or via Telnet;
Web-based management via HTTP protocol to access
embedded management program;
Full-featured SNMP/RMON management using network
management software
Management Agent MIB support: MIB II (RFC1213), Bridge MIB (RFC 1493),
Ethernet-like MIB (RFC1643), RMON MIB (RFC1757), and
Alcatel’s private MIB
RMON Groups 1,2,3,9 (Statistics, History, Alarm, Event)

Omnistack®8008
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Troubleshooting
Diagnosing Switch Indicators
The switch can be easily monitored through panel indicators to assist the network
manager in identifying problems. This section describes common problems you may
encounter and possible solutions.
Symptom:Link indicator does not light up after making a connection.
Cause:Network interface (e.g., a network adapter card on the attached device), network
cable, or switch port may be defective.
Solution: Verify that the switch and attached device are powered on. Be sure the cable is
plugged into both the switch and corresponding device. Verify that the proper cable type
is used and its length does not exceed specified limits. Check the adapter on the attached
device and cable connections for possible defects. Replace the defective adapter or cable
if necessary.
Symptom:Power indicator does not light up after power on.
Cause:Defective power outlet, power cord, or internal power supply.
Solution:Check the power outlet by plugging in another device that is functioning
properly. Check the power cord with another device. If these measures fail to resolve the
problem, contact Alcatel Technical Support.
Power and Cooling Problems
If the power indicator does not turn on when the power cord is plugged in, you may have
a problem with the power outlet, power cord, or internal power supply as explained in the
previous section. However, if the unit powers off after running for a while, check for loose
power connections, power losses or surges at the power outlet, and verify that the fans on
the side of the unit are unobstructed and running prior to shutdown. If you still cannot
isolate the problem, then the internal power supply may be defective. In this case, contact
your Alcatel distributor for assistance.
Installation
Verify that all system components have been properly installed. If one or more
components appear to be malfunctioning (e.g., the power cord or network cabling), test
them in an alternate environment where you are sure that all the other components are
functioning properly.

EMI Certification
9
EMI Certification
FCC Class B Certification (USA)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Warning! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the one which the
receiver is connected to.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
Note: In order to maintain compliance with the limits of a Class B digital device, Alcatel
requires that you use a quality interface cable when connecting to this device. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by Alcatel could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment. Suggested cable type is 62.5/125 or 50/125 µm multimode fiber cable for
SC port connections.
Canada Department of Communications - Class B
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled
“Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux
appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur:
“Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par le ministère des Communications.

Omnistack®8008
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BSMI Class A (Taiwan)
VCCI Class B Compliance (Japan)
CE Mark Declaration of Conformance
This is to certify that this product complies with ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN45014. It
conforms to the following specifications:
EMC:EN55022(1988)/CISPR-22(1985) Class B
EN 61000-4-2(1996) 4 kVCD, 8 kVAD
EN 61000-4-3(1996) 3 V/m
EN 61000-4-4(1996) 1 kV- (power line)
EN 61000-4-5(1995) Surge C.M. 1 kV, D.M. 2 kV
EN 61000-4-6(1996) 3 Vrms
EN 61000-4-11(1994) Voltage drop
This product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC and
the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, and carries the CE Mark accordingly.

Safety Compliance
11
Safety Compliance
Warning: Fiber Optic Port Safety
Avertissment: Ports pour fibres optiques - sécurité sur le plan optique
Warnhinweis: Faseroptikanschlüsse - Optische Sicherheit
Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement
Important! Before making connections, make sure you have the correct cord set. Check
it (read the label on the cable) against the following:
The unit automatically matches the connected input voltage. Therefore, no additional
adjustments are necessary when connecting it to any input voltage within the range
marked on the rear panel.
When using a fiber optic port, never look at the transmit laser while it
is powered on. Also, never look directly at the fiber TX port and fiber
cable ends when they are powered on.
Ne regardez jamais le laser tant qu'il est sous tension. Ne regardez
jamais directement le port TX (Transmission) à fibres optiques et les
embouts de câbles à fibres optiques tant qu'ils sont sous tension.
Niemals ein Übertragungslaser betrachten, während dieses
eingeschaltet ist. Niemals direkt auf den Faser-TX-Anschluß und auf
die Faserkabelenden schauen, während diese eingeschaltet sind.
Operating Voltage Cord Set Specifications
120 Volts UL Listed/CSA Certified Cord Set
Minimum 18 AWG
Type SVT or SJT three conductor cord
Maximum length of 15 feet
Parallel blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15A,
125V
240 Volts (Europe only) Cord Set with H05VV-F cord having three conductors
with minimum diameter of 0.75 mm2
IEC-320 receptacle
Male plug rated 10A, 250V

Omnistack®8008
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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise (Germany)
1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.
2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie keine
Flüssigoder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur
Reinigung.
4. Die Netzanschlu ßsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht zugänglich
sein.
5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen oder
Fallen könnte Beschädigungen hervorrufen.
7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen der Luftzirkulation, die das Gerät vor Überhitzung
schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daß diese Öffnungen nicht abgedeckt werden.
8. Beachten Sie beim Anschluß an das Stromnetz die Anschlußwerte.
9. Verlegen Sie die Netzanschlußleitung so, daß niemand darüber fallen kann. Es sollte
auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.
10. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen, die sich am Gerät befinden, sind zu beachten.
11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom
Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung
vermieden.
12. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten in das
Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. elektrischen Schlag auslösen.
13. Öffnen sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen
Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.
14. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen und
von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:
a.Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
b.Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
c.Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
d.Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder Sie
mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.
e.Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
f. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
15. Zum Netzanschluß dieses Gerätes ist eine geprüfte Leitung zu verwenden. Für einen
Nennstrom bis 6A und einem Gerätegewicht größer 3kg ist eine Leitung nicht leichter
als H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2einzusetzen.
Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000 beträgt 70dB(A)
oder weniger.
Optional Hardware
RPU150W: Redundant Power Supply

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part without the expressed written permission of Alcatel Internetworking, Inc. Alcatel®and the
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