Cisco Catalyst 3110G User manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE
Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012
for IBM BladeCenter Getting Started Guide
1About This Guide
2Taking Out What You Need
3Installing the Switch Module
4Configuring the Switch Module
5Managing the Switch Module
6Creating Switch Stacks
7Connecting Devices
8In Case of Difficulty
9Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines

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1 About This Guide
This guide provides instructions on how to install and manage your Cisco Catalyst Switch
Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter—referred to as the switch module—in the
IBM BladeCenter enclosure and how to set up and configure your switch module. The IBM
BladeCenter— referred to as the blade enclosure—supports up to four Ethernet switch modules, which
are installed in the interconnect bays of the blade enclosure.
For additional installation and configuration information about the switch module, see the switch
module documentation on Cisco.com at:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps8741/tsd_products_support_series_home.html
For blade enclosure compatibility, system requirements, important notes, limitations, open and
resolved caveats, and last-minute documentation updates about the switch module, see the release
notes, also on Cisco.com. When you use the online publications, refer to the documents that match the
Cisco IOS software version that is running on the switch module.
For details on the number and location of blade enclosure bays and for additional information on the
blade enclosure, see the BladeCenter Installation and User’s Guide at:
http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/
Important: Be sure to read the multilingual safety instructions on the CD that came with your IBM
BladeCenter enclosure before you use this product.
Before you continue with the installation, also read the release notes for the blade enclosure that are
available on the IBM support website.
For translations of the warnings that appear in this publication and all safety and handling warnings
for this product, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Catalyst Switch
Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter on the documentation CD that ships with the
switch module. For warranty information about the switch module, see the Hardware Warranty Terms
for the Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter, also on the
documentation CD.
2 Taking Out What You Need
Follow these steps:
1. Unpack and remove the switch module and the accessory kit from the shipping box.
2. Return the packing material to the shipping container, and save it for future use.
3. Verify that you have received the items shown on page 3. If any item is missing or damaged,
contact your supplier for instructions.

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Shipping Box Contents
Figure 1 shows the Catalyst Switch Module 3110G as an example. Your switch module might look
different from the one shown.
Figure 1 Switch Module Box Contents
Catalyst Switch Module Descriptions
These sections describe the switch modules:
•Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X, page 4
•Catalyst Switch Module 3012, page 5
The switch module is powered from the blade enclosure backplane. The switch module does not have
a fan. The blade enclosure provides temperature management.
The switch module connects internally to the blade enclosure management module through
100BASE-T Ethernet links. You can manage the switch modules through the IBM advanced
Management Module (aMM) on a management network that is isolated from other switch traffic. You
can also manage the switch module through the console port on the switch module front panel or
through any of the external uplink ports.
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Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X
The Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X are stackable, 12- to 18-Gigabit Ethernet port,
Layer 3 switch modules. The number of ports depends on the type of switch module. Up to 14 of the
Gigabit Ethernet ports are internal 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the blade enclosure.
Figure 2 shows the two switch modules, and Table 1 describes the switch module ports.
Figure 2 Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X
1Catalyst Switch Module 3110G 610/100/1000 Ethernet ports
2Catalyst Switch Module 3110X 7Switch module LEDs
310-Gigabit Ethernet module slot1
1. For use with Cisco X2 transceiver modules.
8Mode button
4StackWise Plus ports 9Console port
5Release latch
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For more information about the features of each switch module, see the hardware installation guide
and the software configuration guide on Cisco.com.
Catalyst Switch Module 3012
The Catalyst Switch Module 3012 is an 18-Gigabit Ethernet port, Layer 3 switch module. Up to 14 of
the Gigabit Ethernet ports are internal 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the blade
enclosure. The other four Gigabit Ethernet ports are external uplink ports that provide connections to
other switches or routers. Figure 3 shows the switch module, and Table 2 describes the switch module
ports.
Table 1 Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X Port Descriptions
Port Description
Ports 1 to 141
1. The number of internal ports is determined by the blade enclosure model. See the blade enclosure documentation for
more information about internal port numbering.
Internal Gigabit Ethernet 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the
blade enclosure.
Ports 15 to 18
(Switch module 3110G)
External 10/100/1000BASE-T copper Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports that
support auto-MDIX and autonegotiation.
Port 1 (X2)
(Switch module 3110X)
External 10-Gigabit Ethernet module slot for use with Cisco X2
transceiver modules.
Internal 100BASE-T
Ethernet port
The Ethernet management port (Fa0) is used only for switch module
management traffic, not for data traffic. It is connected to the aMM
through the blade enclosure backplane connector. Traffic to and from this
port is isolated from the switch ports. This port only supports
autonegotiation with 100 Mb/s and full-duplex mode.
StackWise Plus ports Stacking cable ports.
Console port Switch module management port (USB-to-DB-9connector).

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For more information about the features of the switch module, see the hardware installation guide and
the software configuration guide on Cisco.com.
Figure 3 Catalyst Switch Module 3012
1Catalyst Switch Module 3012 4Switch module LEDs
2Console port 510/100/1000 Ethernet ports
3Mode button 6Release latch
Table 2 Catalyst Switch Module 3012 Port Descriptions
Port Description
Ports 1 to 141Internal Gigabit Ethernet 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the blade
enclosure.
Ports 15 to 18 External 10/100/1000BASE-T copper Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports that support
auto-MDIX and autonegotiation.
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3 Installing the Switch Module
This section covers switch module installation. The illustrations in this section show the Catalyst
Switch Module 3110G as an example. The instructions are the same for the Catalyst Switch
Module 3110X and 3012.
Installation Guidelines
Consider these guidelines before you install the switch module:
•Fill any unoccupied interconnect bays or any unoccupied power module bays in the blade
enclosure with filler modules.
•Identify the bays in which you will insert the switch modules. Plan to install the first switch module
in bay 1, the second in bay 2, and so on up to bay 4, if possible.
See the IBM blade enclosure documentation for more information about the specific enclosure
model, the interconnect bay options, and the port mapping between the blade enclosure and the
switch modules. Also see the blade enclosure compatibility table in the switch module release notes
on Cisco.com.
Internal
100BASE-T
Ethernet port
The Ethernet management port (Fa0) is used only for switch module management
traffic, not for data traffic. It is connected to the aMM through the blade enclosure
backplane connector. Traffic to and from this port is isolated from the switch ports.
This port only supports autonegotiation with 100 Mb/s and full-duplex mode.
Console port Switch module management port (USB-to-DB-9 connector).
1. The number of internal ports is determined by the blade enclosure model. See the blade enclosure documentation for
more information about internal port numbering.
Table 2 Catalyst Switch Module 3012 Port Descriptions (continued)
Port Description

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•For switch stacks, you should first install and configure the switch module that will be the stack
master before installing any additional switch modules. See the “Creating Switch Stacks” section
on page 21 for more information.
•Review and become familiar with the safety guidelines in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety
Information for the Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter
on the documentation CD.
•Review and become familiar with the safety guidelines, and the temperature, power, and
grounding requirements specified in the IBM blade enclosure installation and user’s guide.
Installing the Switch Module
Warning Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry
(including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected
to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the
terminals. Statement 43
Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning
activity. Statement 1001
Warning Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008
Caution To prevent electrostatic-discharge (ESD) damage when installing switch modules, follow
your normal board and component handling procedures.

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Follow these steps:
Step 1 Remove the acoustic attenuation module, if one is installed, from the rear of the blade
enclosure.
Step 2 Select the blade enclosure bay in which to install the switch module (Figure 4).
Figure 4 IBM BladeCenterH Rear-Panel View
Step 3 Remove the filler module from the selected bay. Store the filler module for future use.
Step 4 If you have not already done so, touch the static-protective package that contains the switch
module to any unpainted metal surface of the blade enclosure or any unpainted metal surface
on any other grounded rack component for at least 2 seconds.
Step 5 Remove the switch module from its static-protective package.
1I/O module bay 1 3I/O module bay 3
2I/O module bay 2 4I/O module bay 4
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Step 6 Move the switch module release latch to the open position (perpendicular to the switch
module).
Step 7 Slide the switch module into the bay until it stops (Figure 5).
Figure 5 Installing the Switch Module
Step 8 Move the switch module release latch to the closed position. After you insert and lock the
switch module, it turns on, and the power-on self-test (POST) runs to verify that the switch
module is operating correctly.
The system power LED blinks green while POST is running, and then turns solid green when
POST is finished.
Step 9 Confirm that the system power LED is green. For a complete description of the switch module
LEDs, see the hardware installation guide on Cisco.com.
Step 10 Replace the acoustic-attenuation module, if applicable.
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