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Dell M8428-k
Getting Started Guide
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Overview
This Getting Started Guide is intended as an overview to help experienced installers unpack, install, and configure
the Dell M8428-k quickly. For detailed installation and configuration instructions, see the Dell M8424-k Hardware
Reference Manual.
NOTE
Throughout this document, the Dell M8428-k is referred to as the converged network switch or the switch module. It
is also called the M8428-k 10GbEE-FCOE/8Gb FC SW.
Unpacking and installing the converged network switch
If the converged network switch is installed in the Blade Server Enclosure that is shipped to you, skip this section.
This section applies when installing a new module in an empty bay or replacing an existing converged network
switch.
NOTE
The converged network switch is designed to work in I/O bays B1/B2 and C1/C2 of the Dell M1000e Blade Server
Enclosure for SAN connectivity. Make sure to comply with installation requirements in the Blade Server Enclosure
Hardware Owner’s Manual.
Perform the following steps to remove the switch module from its shipping package.
1. Open the shipping box and inspect the contents, making sure that nothing is missing or damaged.
Do not insert a damaged converged network switch into the Blade Blade Server Enclosure. If the switch module
appears to be damaged, contact your sales representative before proceeding.
2. Remove the cardboard accessory tray from on top of the switch module.
This tray contains the documentation, regulatory statements, and product information guide.
3. Remove the switch module from the box.
The protective foam ends will slide out with the switch module.
4. Remove the foam ends from the switch module.
5. Be sure that you have taken the necessary precautions for electrostatic sensitivity; then break the warning seal.
6. Slide the switch module out of the antistatic sleeve and inspect it carefully for any obvious defects or shipping
damage.
7. For complete instructions to install the converged network switch into the Blade Server Enclosure, refer to the
section on installing a switch module in the Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual.
NOTE
Be sure to remove the protective covers from the midplane connectors before installing the module into the
enclosure.

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Configuring the converged network switch
Use procedures in this section to configure the converged network switch to operate on a network and fabric. Also
provided are steps to change the module’s operating mode (NPIV aggregator and full fabric modes) and connecting
to the converged network switch using the browser-based GUI.
NOTE
Although the converged network switch is configured at the factory for NPIV mode, you can disable NPIV mode. Refer
to procedures under “Changing from NPIV aggregator mode to full fabric mode” on page 10.
This publication provides procedures that use the switch module Command Line Interface (CLI) and the
browser-based GUI application. If the same operation can be performed using the Blade Server chassis
management application, use that application instead.
Items required
The following items are required for configuring and connecting the converged network switch for use in a network
and fabric:
•The converged network switch installed in a Blade Server Enclosure. For instructions, refer to the steps on
installing an I/O module in the Hardware Owner’s Manual for the Blade Server Enclosure.
•If required, management workstation (computer) that has a terminal emulator (such as HyperTerminal) or a
keyboard, video, and mouse (KVM) device. Note that this is only required if not changing the converged network
switch IP address through the Blade Server Enclosure GUI or CLI management programs.
•An unused IP address and corresponding subnet mask and gateway address unless DHCP is used.
•If required, a serial cable to connect to the switch module serial console port. Note that this is only required if
not changing the switch module IP address through the Blade Server Enclosure GUI or CLI management
programs.
•SFP transceivers and compatible fibre cables, as required. The switch module can also use twin-ax copper
cables.
NOTE
Use only Dell-approved SFPs on the external ports of this module.
•Access to an FTP server for backing up the converged network switch configuration.
•Access to these publications:
•Blade Server Enclosure Hardware Owner’s Manual
•Blade Server Enclosure Configuration Guide

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Modify the converged network switch IP address
By default, the IP address for the converged network switch is configured as 10.77.77.77 with a default Ethernet
subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. The default gateway is 0.0.0.0.
Reset the IP address using three methods. If the IP values are set using any 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).
After modifying the switch module’s IP address and domain name (if the switch module is in full fabric mode), we
recommend that you cable all external ports to fabric connections before bringing the switch module online.
ATTENTION
Do not connect the switch module to the internal network until the IP address is correctly set for your Ethernet network
requirements.
NOTE
It is recommended that you set the IP address using the Blade Server Enclosure CMC GUI application because this
enables centralized management of the converged network switch.
Using the CMC CLI to set the IP address
Use the following steps to connect modify the converged network switch IP address through the CMC CLI.
1. Establish a Telnet session to the CMC CLI.
2. At the command prompt, type connect switch-x where xis the bay where the switch module is installed. For
example, switch-x can be:
•Switch-3 for switch module installed in bay B1.
•Switch-4 for switch module installed in bay B2.
•Switch-5 for switch module installed in bay C1.
•Switch-6 for switch module installed in bay C2.
3. At the login prompt, enter the default user name as “admin” and password as “password”.
4. Use the appropriate CLI commands to change the IP address of the selected switch module. Refer to your Blade
Server Enclosure CLI documentation.
Using the CMC GUI to set the IP address
To change the IP address, use the following steps:
1. Click the I/O Module Overview in the navigation panel of the CMC menu.
2. Open the CMC application’s Setup tab.
3. Enter the new information in the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway fields as appropriate and click Apply.
4. To enable DHCP, select DHCP Enabled and click Apply.

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FIGURE 1 CMC Setup Tab
NOTE
Refer to the documentation for the CMC GUI application for additional detail.
Using the Dell M8428-k CLI to set the IP address
Use the following tasks to change the IP address on the switch module using the module’s CLI. Follow the first few
steps to establish a terminal emulation session between the switch module and a Blade Server Enclosure
management workstation used for managing the switch module. Once this session is established, you can log into
the module and use its CLI commands to manage the module.
1. Connect a serial cable between the serial console port on the converged network switch and a Blade Server
Enclosure management workstation that can establish a terminal emulation session with the switch module.
For instructions, refer to the Configuration Guide for your Blade Server Enclosure.
2. Disable any serial communication programs that are running on the workstation.
3. Using a terminal emulator application (such as HyperTerminal on a PC or TERM in a LINUX or UNIX environment),
establish a terminal session to the converged network switch from the management workstation. You will use
this connection if you want to reset the module’s IP address using CLI commands and perform other
configuration tasks.
For Windows 95, 98, 2000, XP, NT, 2003, or 2008
a. Click Start and select Programs -> Accessories -> Communications.
b. Select HyperTerminal and enter a name for the connection.
c. From the Hyper terminal window, click the Connect drop-down menu and select an available COM port.

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d. Click OK.
e. From the COM Port Properties window, select the following configuration values:
•Bits per second: 9600
•Databits: 8
•Parity: None
•Stop bits: 1
•Flow Control: None
For LINUX or UNIX
a. Enter the following at the command prompt:
tip /dev/ttyb -9600
b. When the terminal application stops reporting information, press Enter to display the login prompt.
c. Log in to the default administrative account using the following identification:
Login: admin
Password: password
d. When prompted either change the administrative password, or press Ctrl-C to bypass.
4. Verify that the switch module has completed POST. When POST is complete, the port status and switch module
power and status LEDs return to a standard healthy state.
5. Enter the CLI ipAddrSet command.
Follow on-screen instructions and supply the correct information, as shown in the following example.
switch:admin> ipaddrset
Ethernet IP Address [10.77.77.77]:10.32.53.47
Ethernet Subnetmask [255.255.255.0]:255.255.240.0
Fibre Channel IP Addresss [none]:
Fibre Channel Subnetmask [none]:
Gateway IP Address [0.0.0.0]:10.32.48.1
DHCP [Off]:
IP address is being changed...Done.
6. Enter ipAddrShow at the prompt to verify that the address was correctly set.
Configuring for FCoE
The initial configuration of the switch has the CEE ports shut down. In order to configure the ports for FCoE
operation, you must access the CEE command shell and configure both the internal and external CEE ports. Once
you have logged into the switch, use the cmsh command to access the CEE command shell. Use the following steps
to configure the CEE ports.
1. Login to the switch.
2. Enter the following command:
cmsh
3. Once in the command shell, enter the following command:
enable
4. Enter the following command:
conf t

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5. Enter one of the following commands:
a. interface intengigabitethernet 0/x where x is the internal port you wish to change
b. interface extengigabitethernet 0/x where x is the external port you wish to change
6. Once in the interface for the port, enter the following commands in the order shown:
fcoeport
no shut
exit
7. Repeat steps 5-6 for any other blade port you wish to configure.
8. Once finished with all of the blade ports, type exit and press Enter (you should still be in the CMSH at this point).
9. Enter the following command:
write mem
Answer yes to overwrite the startup file.
10. Enter the following command:
copy running-config startup-config
Answer yes to overwrite.
See the Converged Enhanced Ethernet Administrator’s Guide for information about CEE CLI interface and
configuring switches for FCoE operation and the Converged Enhanced Ethernet Command Reference for more
details on the commands.
Connecting the converged network switch to the Ethernet management network
Once you have successfully set the appropriate IP address of the switch module, you can establish an Ethernet
connection through the Chassis Management Controller (CMC) to a remote management workstation for any
additional configuration. The management workstation must be on the same Ethernet subnet as the CMC.
NOTE
Ensure that the switch module is not being modified from any other connection until configuration is complete.
Connecting the converged network switch to the fabric
Before beginning the following steps, determine whether the switch module is in NPIV or full fabric mode. This
affects the configuration process. Using the converged network switch CLI, you can enter the ag ––modeShow
command to determine the current operating mode. These steps assume the switch is in NPIV mode.
1. Log onto the switch module through a Telnet connection, using the admin account.
2. If you need to install SFP transceivers, install them in the external ports as required.
Be sure you have all the necessary SFP transceivers as well as either optical or active twin-ax copper cables.
a. Remove the dust plugs from the ports to be used.
b. If necessary, remove the end caps from the SFP.
c. Orient the transceiver correctly and insert it into a port until it is firmly seated and the latching mechanism
clicks.
For instructions specific to the type of transceiver, refer to the transceiver manufacturer’s documentation.