Enterasys SecureStack C2 C2RPS-POE User manual

SecureStack C2
PoE Redundant Power Supply
C2RPS-POE
Installation Guide
C2RPS-POE
POWER
9033995-01
Caution: Do not use this product with SecureStack C2 non-PoE devices.
Any SecureStack C2 device without a “P” suffix in the model number
(C2xxxx-xx) indicates a SecureStack C2 PoE non-compliant device and is not
compatible with this power system.
Precaución: La fuente de poder C2RPS-POE no es compatible con
switches SecureStack C2 que no cumplan con el estándar PoE. No intente
conectar el cable de corriente de esta fuente do poder C2RPS-POE a ningún
switch SecureStack C2 que no tenga el sufijo “P” en el nombre del modelo.
(Ejemplo: C2G124-24.) De lo contrario, el dispositivo puede dañarse.


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Contents
About this Guide
Using This Guide ................................................................................................................................. xi
Structure of This Guide ........................................................................................................................ xi
Using the SecureStack C2 Manual Set ............................................................................................... xii
Conventions Used in This Guide ........................................................................................................xiii
Chapter 1: Introduction
C2RPS-POE Overview ......................................................................................................................1-2
C2RPS-POE Status LED ...................................................................................................................1-2
Power Classifications and Deployment ..............................................................................................1-2
Getting Help .......................................................................................................................................1-4
Chapter 2: Installation
Required Tools ...................................................................................................................................2-1
Unpacking the C2RPS-POE ..............................................................................................................2-2
Installing the C2RPS-POE on a Flat Surface .....................................................................................2-2
Installing the Rubber Feet ...........................................................................................................2-3
Rack Mounting the C2RPS-POE .......................................................................................................2-5
Guidelines for Rackmount Installation .........................................................................................2-5
Attaching Brackets and Installing in Rack ...................................................................................2-6
Connecting C2RPS-POE Cable and AC Power Cord ........................................................................2-7
Appendix A: Specifications
C2RPS-POE Specifications .............................................................................................................. A-1
C2RPS-POE Redundant Power Supply Output Connector .............................................................. A-2
Compliance Standards ...................................................................................................................... A-3
Figures
1-1 SecureStack C2RPS-POE (front and rear view)....................................................................1-2
1-2 Example of a C2RPS-POE Power Configuration...................................................................1-3
2-1 C2RPS-POE Bottom, Rubber Feet Placement ......................................................................2-3
2-2 Area Guidelines for C2RPS-POE Installation on Flat Surface ...............................................2-4
2-3 Attaching the Rackmount Brackets ........................................................................................2-6
2-4 Fastening the C2RPS-POE to the Rack ................................................................................2-6
2-5 C2RPS-POE Cable ................................................................................................................2-8
2-6 Power Connector on C2RPS-POE (rear view).......................................................................2-8
2-7 C2RPS-POE Cable and AC Power Cord Connections ..........................................................2-9
A-1 C2RPS-POE Redundant Power Supply Connector Pin Locations ....................................... A-2

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Tables
1-1 Powered Device (PD) PoE Power Classifications..................................................................1-3
2-1 Contents of N-POE Chassis Carton.......................................................................................2-2
2-2 C2RPS-POE Status LED Indications and Recommended Actions........................................2-7
A-1 C2RPS-POE Specifications .................................................................................................. A-1
A-2 C2RPS-POE Redundant Power Supply Connector Pin Functions ....................................... A-3
A-3 Compliance Standards.......................................................................................................... A-3

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About this Guide
Thisguideprovidesanoverview,installationandtroubleshootinginstructions,and
specificationsfortheEnterasysSecureStackC2RPS‐POEpowersupply,whichcan
providearedundantpowersourcetoaSecureStackstandalonePOEswitch.
Using This Guide
Readthroughthisguidecompletelytofamiliarizeyourselfwithitscontentsandgainan
understandingofthefeaturesandcapabilitiesoftheC2RPS‐POEpowersupply. Ageneral
workingknowledgeofdatacommunicationsnetworksishelpfulwhensettingupa
C2RPS‐POEpowersupply.
Structure of This Guide
ThisprefaceprovidesanoverviewofthisguideandtheSecureStackC2manualsetfor
PoE‐compliantdevices,andexplainsthesymbolsusedthroughoutthismanual.
Chapter 1,Introduction,discussesthefeaturesandcapabilitiesoftheC2RPS‐POEpower
supply.ThischapteralsoprovidestheinstructionsforobtaininghelpfromEnterasys
Networks,ifneeded.
Chapter 2,Installation,providesinstructionstoinstallaC2RPS‐POEpowersupplyintoa
standard19‐inchrack.ThisinvolvesinstallingtheC2RPS‐POEpowersupplyandone48
Vdcinterconnectingpowercable,andACpowercord.Troubleshootingisalsocoveredin
thischapter.
Appendix A,Specifications,providesthespecificationsfortheC2RPS‐POEpower
supply,RedundantPowerSupplyconnectorpin‐outdescription,C2RPS‐POECable,and
ComplianceStandards.

Using the SecureStack C2 Manual Set
xii About this Guide
Using the SecureStack C2 Manual Set
OthermanualshavebeendevelopedfortheSecureStackC2PoEswitchdevicesthatcan
beconnectedtotheC2RPS‐POEpowersupplyforpowerredundancy.
TheSecureStackC2switchmanualsexplainhowtoinstalltheswitchdevice,connect
networkcablesegmentstotheSecureStackC2switchdevice,andconfiguretheswitch
deviceusingthecommandlineinterfacecommandsdescribedintheSecureStackC2
ConfiguratonGuide.
Eachmanualiswrittenforqualifiedpersonnelwhoareresponsibleforinstallingthe
switchdeviceandalsohaveageneralworkingknowledgeofdatacommunications
networksandtheirphysicallayercomponents.
ThemanualscanbeaccessedontheWorldWideWeb,usingthefollowingURL:
http://www.enterasys.com/support/manuals/
Caution: The C2RPS-POE power supply does not support non-PoE compliant
SecureStack C2 switches. Do not try to connect the power cable from this C2RPS-POE
power supply to any SecureStackC2 stackable switch that does not have a “P” suffix in
the model name, such as C2G124-24. Otherwise, damage to the device may result.
Precaución: La fuente de poder C2RPS-POE no es compatible con switches
SecureStack C2 que no cumplan con el estándar PoE.No intente conectar el cable de
corriente de esta fuente de poder C2RPS-POE a switch SecureStack C2 que no tenga el
sufijo “P” en el nombre del modelo. (Ejemplo: C2G124-24.) De lo contrario, el dispositivo
puede dañarse.
Note: Connection of the C2RPS-POE power supply does not require the reconfiguration
of the connected Ethernet Switch.

Conventions Used in This Guide
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Conventions Used in This Guide
Thefollowingconventionsareusedinthisguide:
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Caution: Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.
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von Personen oder Todesfällen – hervorgerufen durch elektrische Spannung – führen
können!
Warning: Warns against an action that could result in personal injury or death.
Advertencia: Advierte contra una acción que pudiera resultar en lesión corporal o la
muerte.
Warnhinweis: Warnung vor Handlungen, die zu Verletzung von Personen oder gar
Todesfällen führen können!

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xiv About this Guide

SecureStack C2 Installation Guide 1-1
1
Introduction
Thischapterprovidesthefollowinginformation:
For information about... Refer to page...
C2RPS-POE Overview 1-2
C2RPS-POE Status LED 1-2
Power Classifications and Deployment 1-2
Getting Help 1-4

C2RPS-POE Overview
1-2 Introduction
C2RPS-POE Overview
ThepurposeoftheC2RPS‐POEistoprovidepowerbackuptoanEnterasysSecureStack
C2PoE‐compliantstackableswitch.Ifforsomereasontheswitchloosespowerfromits
internalpowersupply,theC2RPS‐POEcanprovideupto500Wattsmaximumoperating
powertosupportswitchoperationandthe48 Vdccessarytosupport48Vdc/data
connectionstoPDs(PoweredDevices).
TheC2RPS‐POEisshowninFigure 1‐1.
Figure 1-1 SecureStack C2RPS-POE (front and rear view)
C2RPS-POEStatus LED
TheC2RPS‐POEhasonestatusLEDlocatedonthefrontpanel,whichindicatesthe
following:
•LEDon=RPSoperatingproperly
•LEDoff=RPSfailed
Power Classifications and Deployment
EachPDhasaPowerClassificationthatindicateshowmuchpoweritwillconsumeas
showninTable 1‐1.Thisinformationissentthroughthedatacableconnectedtotheport
ofaSecureStackPoEswitchforpowermanagementpurposes.TheC2RPS‐POEcan
supplyupto500Wattsofpower,370WattsmaximumtosupportPDconnectionsand130
Wattsforswitchoperation.The370Wattsismanagedseparatelyfromthe130Wattsfor
switchoperation.
1C2RPS-POE (front view) 4C2RPS-POE (rear view)
2LED status indicator 5Air vents for cooling
3Redundant Power Supply connector 6AC power input connector
C2RPS-POE
POWER
AC LINE
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50-60 Hz
10.0 A MAX
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Power Classifications and Deployment
SecureStack C2 Installation Guide 1-3
ThenumberofPDsthatcanbesupportedbytheconnectedSecureStackPoEswitchcanbe
estimatedbyaddingupthemaximumpowerrequirementofeachconnectedPD
accordingtotheirPowerClassificationrating(0through4).
TheexampleofasimpleconfigurationshowninFigure 1‐2hasthe48Vdcoutputport
fromaC2RPS‐POEconnectedtoaSecureStackPoEswitch(suchasEnterasysNetworks’
C2G124‐48P).TheC2RPS‐POEconnectionprovidesthe48Vdcandthepowersupply
status(indicatesifthepowersupplyisokay)totheSecureStackPoEswitch,which
managesthe48VdcoutputtothesixPDs.
Figure 1-2 Example of a C2RPS-POE Power Configuration
Note: Use the highest power rating of PoE Power Class of each PD to calculate the
maximum wattage. For example, such as 12.95 for a Class 0 device.
Table 1-1 Powered Device (PD) PoE Power Classifications
Class Usage
PD Maximum Power
Range Usage
0 Default 0.44 to 12.95 Watts
1 Optional 0.44 to 3.84 Watts
2 Optional 3.84 to 6.49 Watts
3 Optional 6.49 to 12.95 Watts
4 Not Allowed Reserved for Future Use
1Device is non-PoE compliant 6PD, Class 4
2PD, no Class rating 7C2RPS-POE
3PD, Class 2 848 Vdc/Status cable (DFE-POE-CBL-2M)
4PD, Class 2 9DTE, N-PoE-compliant switch module
5PD, Class 0
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Getting Help
1-4 Introduction
TheSecureStackPoEswitchhassixofitsPoE/dataportsconnectedtoPDswiththe
followingClassratings:
•OnedoesnotsupportPoE(nopower)
•OnehasnoClassrating(DefaultstoClass0,12.95Wattsmaximum)
•TwoareClass2(6.49Wattsmaximumx2=12.98Wattstotal)
•OneisClass0(12.95Wattsmaximum)
•OneisClass4(defaultsto12.95Wattsmaximum)
ThemaximumpowerneededfromtheC2RPS‐POEis51.83WattsforthePDs,whichisfar
belowthemaximumof370Watts.
Getting Help
Foradditionalsupportrelatedtothedeviceorthisdocument,contactEnterasysNetworks
usingoneofthefollowingmethods:
BeforecontactingEnterasysNetworksfortechnicalsupport,havethefollowing
informationready:
•YourEnterasysNetworksservicecontractnumber
•Adescriptionofthefailure
•Adescriptionofanyaction(s)alreadytakentoresolvetheproblem(forexample,
changingmodeswitches,rebootingtheunit,etc.)
•TheserialandrevisionnumbersofallinvolvedEnterasysNetworksproductsinthe
network
•Adescriptionofyournetworkenvironment(layout,cabletype,etc.)
•Networkloadandframesizeatthetimeoftrouble(ifknown)
•Thedevicehistory(forexample,haveyoureturnedthedevicebefore,isthisa
recurringproblem,etc.)
•AnypreviousReturnMaterialAuthorization(RMA)numbers
World Wide Web http://www.enterasys.com/support
Phone 603-332-9400
1-800-872-8440 (toll-free in U.S. and Canada)
For the Enterasys Networks Support toll-free number in your country:
http://www.enterasys.com/support/gtac-all.html
Internet mail support@enterasys.com
To expedite your message, please type [C-SERIES] in the subject line.
To send comments or suggestions concerning this document to the Technical Publications
Department:
techpubs@enterasys.com
To expedite your message, please include the document Part Number in the email message.
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