Dell PowerConnect 5424 User manual

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Dell™ PowerConnect™ 54xx
Systems
Getting Started Guide
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Dell™ PowerConnect™ 54xx
Systems
Getting Started Guide

Notes, Notices, and Cautions
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps to make better use of the device.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and gives information
how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.
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Contents 3
Contents
1 Installation
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Unpacking the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Mounting the Device
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Device Rack Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing on a Flat Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing on a Wall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting a Device to a Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Starting and Configuring the Device
Connecting the Terminal to the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Booting the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Initial Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

4Contents

Installation 5
Installation
Overview
This document provides basic information to install and start running the PowerConnect 5400 series
switches. For more information, see the Dell™ PowerConnect™ 5400 series User’s Guide, which is
available on your Documentation CD or check the Dell support website at www.support.dell.com
for latest updates on documentations and software.
Site Preparation
Site Requirements
PowerConnect 5400 series devices can be mounted in a standard 19 inch (48.26 centimeters)
equipment rack or placed on a table-top. Before installing the unit, verify that the chosen location
for installation meets the site requirements described below.
• Power — The unit is installed near an easily accessible outlet 100-250 VAC, 50-60 Hz. It is
preferred that two separate power supplies are provided, for example, an RPS and a separated
phased supply.
•
General — Ensure that the power supply is correctly installed by checking the LEDs on the front
panel are lit.
•
Clearance — There is adequate frontal clearance for operator access. Allow clearance for cabling,
power connections and ventilation.
•
Cabling — The cabling is routed to avoid sources of electrical noise such as radio transmitters,
broadcast amplifiers, power lines and fluorescent lighting fixtures.
•
Ambient Requirements — The ambient unit operating temperature range is 0 to 45ºC (32 to 113ºF)
at a relative humidity of 10% to 90%, non-condensing.

6Installation
Unpacking
Package Contents
While unpacking the device, ensure that the following items are included:
• Device/Switch
• AC power cable
• RS-232 crossover cable
• Self-adhesive rubber pads
• Rack mount kit for rack installation
• Documentation CD
Unpacking the Device
NOTE: Before unpacking the device, inspect the package and immediately report any evidence of damage.
1 Place the container on a clean flat surface and cut all straps securing the container.
2 Open the container or remove the container top.
3 Carefully remove the unit from the container and place it on a secure and clean surface.
4 Remove all packing material.
5 Inspect the product for damage. Report any damage immediately.

Mounting the Device 7
Mounting the Device
Overview
The following mounting instructions apply to the PowerConnect 5400 series switches. The power
connectors for the device is positioned on the back panel. Connecting a Redundant Power Supply (RPS)
is optional, but is recommended. The RPS connector is located on the device back panel.
Device Rack Installation
CAUTION: Read the safety information in the Product information Guide as well as the safety information
for other devices that connect to or support the switch.
CAUTION: Disconnect all cables from the unit before mounting the device in a rack or cabinet.
CAUTION: When mounting multiple devices into a rack, mount the devices from the bottom up.
1 Place the supplied rack-mounting bracket on one side of the device ensuring the mounting holes
on the device line up to the mounting holes on the rack mounting bracket. The following figure
illustrates where to mount the brackets.
Figure 2-1. Bracket Installation for Rack Mounting

8Mounting the Device
2 Insert the supplied screws into the rack mounting holes and tighten with a screwdriver.
3 Repeat the process for the rack-mounting bracket on the other side of the device.
4 Insert the unit into the 19 inch (48.26 centimeters) rack ensuring the rack-mounting holes
on the device line up to the mounting hole on the rack.
5 Secure the unit to the rack with the rack screws (not provided). Fasten the lower pair of screws
before the upper pair of screws. Ensure that the ventilation holes are not obstructed.
Installing on a Flat Surface
The device must be installed on a flat surface if it is not installed on a rack. The surface must be able
to support the weight of the device and the device cables.
1
Attach rubber feet on each marked location on the bottom of the device chassis.
2 Set the device on a flat surface, while leaving 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) on each side and 5 inches
(12.7 centimeters) at the back.
3 Ensure that the device has proper ventilation.
Installing on a Wall
To mount the switch on a wall:
1 Ensure that the mounting location meets the following requirements:
• The surface of the wall must be capable of supporting the switch.
• Allow at least 5.1 cm (2 inches) space on the sides for proper ventilation and 12.7 cm (5 inches)
at the back for power cable clearance.
• The location must not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• The location must be at least 2 feet away from any heating vents, and no area-heating vent should
point towards the unit.
• The location must be ventilated to prevent heat buildup.
• Do not locate the switch near any data or electrical cabling.
• The power cable must be able to reach an outlet.
2 Use the supplied screws to attach a mounting bracket to each side of the switch
(see the following figure).