Extreme Networks ExtremeSwitching Virtual Services Platform 8000... User manual

Installing the Virtual Services Platform
8000 Series
9035365 Rev 02
March 2020

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Contents
Chapter 1: About this Document............................................................................................. 5
Purpose.................................................................................................................................. 5
Conventions............................................................................................................................ 5
Text Conventions............................................................................................................... 5
Documentation and Training..................................................................................................... 7
Getting Help............................................................................................................................ 7
Providing Feedback................................................................................................................. 8
Chapter 2: New in this document.......................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3: Hardware models for VSP 8000 Series............................................................... 11
Power cord types and order codes.......................................................................................... 16
Chapter 4: Preinstallation checklist...................................................................................... 17
Chapter 5: Installing the Virtual Services Platform 8000 Series......................................... 19
Installation checklist............................................................................................................... 19
Installation fundamentals....................................................................................................... 20
Ethernet Switch Module......................................................................................................... 22
Installing an Ethernet Switch Module................................................................................. 26
Hot swap of VSP 8400 Series Ethernet Switch Module....................................................... 28
40G channelization.......................................................................................................... 30
Electrostatic discharge........................................................................................................... 31
Preventing electrostatic discharge damage........................................................................ 31
Preventing electrostatic damage in new cable installations................................................. 31
Technical specifications......................................................................................................... 32
Package contents.................................................................................................................. 34
Installing the VSP 8000 Series in an Equipment Rack.............................................................. 35
Using the optional slide rack mount kit.............................................................................. 35
Using the supplied brackets............................................................................................. 68
Cable requirements for the VSP 8000 Series........................................................................... 69
Installation and removal of transceivers................................................................................... 70
Installing transceivers...................................................................................................... 70
Removing transceivers.................................................................................................... 70
Console port pin assignments................................................................................................ 71
AC Power Supply.................................................................................................................. 71
Installing an AC power supply.......................................................................................... 71
AC power supply specifications........................................................................................ 73
AC power cord specifications........................................................................................... 74
DC Power Supply.................................................................................................................. 75
Installing a DC Power Supply........................................................................................... 75
DC power supply specifications........................................................................................ 78
Removing a power supply...................................................................................................... 79
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Airflow direction..................................................................................................................... 80
Install a Fan Module.............................................................................................................. 80
LED state definitions.............................................................................................................. 82
Switch LEDs................................................................................................................... 82
Management port LED state indicators.............................................................................. 83
SFP, SFP+,QSFP+, and QSFP28 port LED state indicators................................................ 84
RJ45 port LED state indicators......................................................................................... 85
Channelized LED state indicators..................................................................................... 86
Enterprise Device Manager (EDM) representation of physical LED status............................ 87
40GBASE-QSFP+ ports......................................................................................................... 87
MACsec operational notes..................................................................................................... 87
Viewing hardware information................................................................................................. 88
Chapter 6: Translations of safety messages........................................................................ 91
Contents
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Chapter 1: About this Document
This section discusses the purpose of this document, the conventions used, ways to provide
feedback, additional help, and information regarding other Extreme Networks publications.
Purpose
This guide provides information and instructions to install the Extreme Networks Virtual Services
Platform 8000 Series (VSP 8000 Series) switches. The VSP 8000 Series includes the VSP 8200
Series and the VSP 8400 Series.
Conventions
This section discusses the conventions used in this guide.
Text Conventions
The following tables list text conventions that can be used throughout this document.
Table 1: Notice Icons
Icon Alerts you to...
Important: A situation that can cause serious inconvenience.
Note: Important features or instructions.
Tip: Helpful tips and notices for using the product.
Danger: Situations that will result in severe bodily injury; up to
and including death.
Warning: Risk of severe personal injury or critical loss of data.
Caution: Risk of personal injury, system damage, or loss of
data.
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Table 2: Text Conventions
Convention Description
Angle brackets ( < > ) Angle brackets ( < > ) indicate that you choose the
text to enter based on the description inside the
brackets. Do not type the brackets when you enter
the command.
If the command syntax is cfm maintenance-
domain maintenance-level <0-7> , you can
enter cfm maintenance-domain
maintenance-level 4.
Bold text Bold text indicates the GUI object name you must act
upon.
Examples:
• Click OK.
• On the Tools menu, choose Options.
Braces ( { } ) Braces ( { } ) indicate required elements in syntax
descriptions. Do not type the braces when you enter
the command.
For example, if the command syntax is ip address
{A.B.C.D}, you must enter the IP address in
dotted, decimal notation.
Brackets ( [ ] ) Brackets ( [ ] ) indicate optional elements in syntax
descriptions. Do not type the brackets when you
enter the command.
For example, if the command syntax is show clock
[detail], you can enter either show clock or
show clock detail.
Ellipses ( … ) An ellipsis ( … ) indicates that you repeat the last
element of the command as needed.
For example, if the command syntax is
ethernet/2/1 [ <parameter>
<value> ]..., you enter ethernet/2/1 and as
many parameter-value pairs as you need.
Italic Text Italics emphasize a point or denote new terms at the
place where they are defined in the text. Italics are
also used when referring to publication titles that are
not active links.
Plain Courier Text Plain Courier text indicates command names,
options, and text that you must enter. Plain Courier
text also indicates command syntax and system
output, for example, prompts and system messages.
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Convention Description
Examples:
•show ip route
•Error: Invalid command syntax
[Failed][2013-03-22 13:37:03.303
-04:00]
Separator ( > ) A greater than sign ( > ) shows separation in menu
paths.
For example, in the Navigation tree, expand the
Configuration > Edit folders.
Vertical Line ( | ) A vertical line ( | ) separates choices for command
keywords and arguments. Enter only one choice. Do
not type the vertical line when you enter the
command.
For example, if the command syntax is access-
policy by-mac action { allow | deny } ,
you enter either access-policy by-mac action
allow or access-policy by-mac action
deny, but not both.
Documentation and Training
Find Extreme Networks product information at the following locations:
Current Product Documentation
Release Notes
Hardware/software compatibility matrices for Campus and Edge products
Supported transceivers and cables for Data Center products
Other resources, like white papers, data sheets, and case studies
Extreme Networks offers product training courses, both online and in person, as well as specialized
certifications. For details, visit www.extremenetworks.com/education/.
Getting Help
If you require assistance, contact Extreme Networks using one of the following methods:
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Search the GTAC (Global Technical Assistance Center) knowledge base; manage
support cases and service contracts; download software; and obtain product
licensing, training, and certifications.
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The Hub A forum for Extreme Networks customers to connect with one another, answer
questions, and share ideas and feedback. This community is monitored by Extreme
Networks employees, but is not intended to replace specific guidance from GTAC.
Call GTAC For immediate support: [phone] (toll-free in U.S. and Canada) or 1 (408)
579 2826. For the support phone number in your country, visit:
www.extremenetworks.com/support/contact
Before contacting Extreme Networks for technical support, have the following information ready:
• Your Extreme Networks service contract number, or serial numbers for all involved Extreme
Networks products
• A description of the failure
• A description of any actions already taken to resolve the problem
• A description of your network environment (such as layout, cable type, other relevant
environmental information)
• Network load at the time of trouble (if known)
• The device history (for example, if you have returned the device before, or if this is a recurring
problem)
• Any related RMA (Return Material Authorization) numbers
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Chapter 2: New in this document
The following section details what is new in this document.
Temperature Sensors
Warning and critical threshold values are updated in the document. For more information, see Install
a Fan Module on page 80.
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Chapter 3: Hardware models for VSP 8000
Series
This section lists the VSP 8000 Series hardware.
VSP 8200 Series Hardware
Power cords must be ordered separately. Ensure you order the correct power cord for your region.
For more information, see Power cord types and order codes on page 16.
Table 3: VSP 8284XSQ Hardware
VSP 8284XSQ Description Part number
VSP 8284XSQ-AC
This model number ships with
one field-replaceable 800 watt
AC power supply.
• 80 ports of 10GBASE-SFP+
• 4 ports of 40GBASE-QSFP+
• one 10/100/1000BASE-T Out-Of-Band
Management Port
• one RJ-45 Console Port
• one USB 2.0 port
• Base Software License
• four field-replaceable fan modules
EC8200A01-E6
VSP 8284XSQ-DC
This model number ships with
one field-replaceable 800 watt
DC power supply.
Includes all of the above features. —
Effective 12-
Jun-2017, the DC
version of the VSP
8284XSQ switch is
no longer being
sold.
VSP 8284XSQ AC PS No PC
GSA
This model number is compliant
with the Trade Agreements Act
(TAA). It ships with one field-
replaceable 800 watt AC power
supply but no power cord.
Includes all of the above features. EC8200A01-E6GS
Redundant power supplies
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VSP 8284XSQ Description Part number
800 watt AC redundant power
supply
• The VSP 8284XSQ comes with one 800 W AC
PSU.
• For full power redundancy, you can install a
second 800 W AC PSU.
EC8005A01-E6
800 watt DC redundant power
supply
• The VSP 8284XSQ comes with one 800 W DC
PSU.
• For full power redundancy, you can install a
second 800 W DC PSU.
EC8005001-E6
Redundant fan modules
12 volt redundant fan module The VSP 8284XSQ comes with all four 12–V fan
modules installed.
EC8011004-E6
Universal Slide Rack Mount Kit (300mm-900mm)
Slide Rack Mount Kit
(300mm-900mm)
The optional rack mount kit allows a switch to be
installed in a four post rack with depths between
300mm and 900mm. It is designed for use on the
VSP 7200 Series, VSP 8200 Series and VSP 8400
Series.
EC8011002-E6
Note:
The universal slide rack mount kit is optional and must be ordered separately. VSP 7200 Series, VSP
8200 Series and VSP 8400 Series ship with rack mount brackets. When using rack mount brackets on
the VSP 8200 Series and VSP 8400 Series, we recommend the use of a shelf to provide additional
support.
VSP 8400 Series hardware
The following tables describe the VSP 8400 Series hardware.
Table 4: VSP 8404 Hardware
VSP 8404 Description Part number
VSP 8404 AC
This model number ships with
one field-replaceable 800 watt
AC power supply.
• one 10/100/1000BASE-T Out-Of-Band
Management Port
• one RJ-45 Console Port
• one USB 2.0 port
• Base Software License
• four field-replaceable fan modules
EC8400A01-E6
VSP 8404 AC PS No PC GSA
This model number is compliant
with the Trade Agreements Act
(TAA). It ships with one field-
Includes all of the above components. EC8400A01-E6GS
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VSP 8404 Description Part number
replaceable 800 watt AC power
supply but no power cord.
VSP 8404C AC
This model number ships with
one field-replaceable 800 watt
AC power supply.
Includes all of the above components. EC8400A02-E6
VSP 8404C-AC No PC GSA
This model is TAA compliant. It
ships with an AC power supply
but no power cord.
Includes all of the above components. EC8400A02-E6GS
VSP 8404–DC
This model number ships with
one field-replaceable 800 watt
DC power supply.
Includes all of the above components. EC8400001-E6
VSP 8404C–DC
This model number ships with
one field-replaceable 800 watt
DC power supply.
Includes all of the above components. EC8400002-E6
Redundant power supplies
800 watt AC redundant power
supply
• The VSP 8400 Series comes with one 800
W AC PSU.
• For full power redundancy, you can install a
second 8001-AC-PSU.
• No power cord.
EC8005A01-E6
800 watt DC redundant power
supply
• The VSP 8400 Series comes with one 800
W DC PSU.
• For full power redundancy, you can install a
second 800 W DC PSU.
EC8005001-E6
Spare fan modules
Spare fan module The VSP 8404 comes with all four 12–V fan
modules installed. This part can be purchased
if a spare fan module is desired.
EC8011005-E6
Universal Slide Rack Mount Kit (300mm-900mm)
Slide Rack Mount Kit
(300mm-900mm)
The optional rack mount kit allows a switch to
be installed in a four post rack with depths
between 300mm and 900mm. It is designed
for use on the VSP 7200 Series, VSP 8200
Series and VSP 8400 Series.
EC8011002-E6
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VSP 8404 Description Part number
Note:
The universal slide rack mount kit is optional and must be ordered separately. The VSP 7200 Series,
VSP 8200 Series and VSP 8400 Series ship with rack mount brackets. When using rack mount
brackets on the VSP 8200 Series and VSP 8400 Series, we recommend the use of a shelf to provide
additional support.
Table 5: VSP 8400 Series Ethernet switch modules (ESMs)
Model Name Description Part Number
8424XS 24 port 10GBASE-SFP+ Ethernet Switch Module EC8404001-E6
8424XS (TAA-compliant) 24 port 10GBASE-SFP+ Ethernet Switch Module EC8404001-E6GS
8424XT 24 port 10GBASE-T Ethernet Switch Module EC8404002-E6
8424XT (TAA-compliant) 24 port 10GBASE-T Ethernet Switch Module EC8404002-E6GS
8408QQ
Note:
Two ports are reserved for
future use.
8 port 40GBASE-QSFP+ Ethernet Switch
Module
EC8404003-E6
8408QQ (TAA-compliant)
Note:
Two ports are reserved for
future use.
8 port 40GBASE-QSFP+ Ethernet Switch
Module
EC8404003-E6GS
8418XSQ 16 port 10GBASE-SFP+ and 2 port 40GBASE-
QSFP+ Combination Ethernet Switch Module
EC8404005-E6
8418XSQ (TAA-compliant) 16 port 10GBASE-SFP+ and 2 port 40GBASE-
QSFP+ Combination Ethernet Switch Module
EC8404005-E6GS
8418XTQ 16 port 10GBASE-T and 2 port 40GBASE-QSFP
+ Combination Ethernet Switch Module
EC8404006-E6
8418XTQ (TAA-compliant) 16 port 10GBASE-T and 2 port 40GBASE-QSFP
+ Combination Ethernet Switch Module
EC8404006-E6GS
8424GS 24 port 100/1000BASE-X Ethernet Switch
Module
EC8404007-E6
8424GS (TAA-compliant) 24 port 100/1000BASE-X Ethernet Switch
Module
EC8404007-E6GS
8424GT 24 port 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet Switch
Module
EC8404008-E6
8424GT (TAA-compliant) 24 port 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet Switch
Module
EC8404008-E6GS
8402CQ 2 port 100G QSFP28 Ethernet Switch Module EC8404009-E6
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Model Name Description Part Number
Important:
This ESM operates only
with the VSP 8404C
model.
8402CQ (TAA-compliant)
Important:
This ESM operates only
with the VSP 8404C
model.
2 port 100G QSFP28 Ethernet Switch Module EC8404009-E6GS
Compatible transceivers
Important:
We recommend using the SFP, SFP+, QSFP+, and QSFP28 transceivers as they have been
through extensive qualification and testing. Extreme Networks will not be responsible for issues
related to third party transceivers.
• The VSP 8000 Series operates in forgiving mode for SFP, SFP+, and QSFP+ transceivers,
which means that the switch will bring up the port operationally when using third party
transceivers (SFP, SFP+ or QSFP+). Extreme Networks does not provide support for
operational issues related to these transceivers, but they will operate and the port link will
come up. The switch logs the device as an unsupported or unknown device.
For more information about compatible transceivers, see Extreme Networks Pluggable
Transceivers Installation Guide and Extreme Hardware/Software Compatibility and
Recommendation Matrices.
VSP 8000 Series operational notes
The VSP 8000 Series supports channelization of a 40 Gbps port into four 10 Gbps channelized
interfaces for the following ports:
• The VSP 8200 Series supports channelization on all four 40 Gbps ports.
• The VSP 8400 Series supports channelization on the following ESM ports:
- The two 40 Gbps ports of the 8418XSQ.
- The two 40 Gbps ports of the 8418XTQ.
- The first six 40 Gbps ports of the 8408QQ.
Note:
• Channelized port operation is not affected when the same ESM type is hot swapped when
one or more 40 Gbps ports on that ESM are channelized. Swapping a different ESM
results in the configuration for that slot being lost, so any channelized ports need to be re-
configured.
• 8402CQ 100 Gbps ESM does not support channelization.
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Power cord types and order codes
To connect AC power to the switch, you need an appropriate AC power cord as described in the
following table.
Table 6: Power cords for power distribution units
Order Code Length Power supply side
connector
Power source side
connector
Safety Approval
700512239 3 m C13 C14 USA
700512241 3 m C13 C14 International
except Japan and Taiwan
Table 7: Power Cords with C14 power supply side connector
Order Code Description Region
AA0020062E6 Power cord 3.05 m IEC C13 to
NEMA 5-15P
North America
AA0020063E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to
BS1363
United Kingdom
AA0020064E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to CEE
7/7
European Union
AA0020065E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to CEI
23-16
Italy
AA0020066E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to GB
2099.1-1996
China
AA0020067E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to
BS-546/SANS164-1
India & South Africa
AA0020068E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to AS
3112
Australia
AA0020069E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to JIS
8303
Japan
AA0020101-E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to NBR
14136 (IEC 60906-1)
Brazil
AA0020104-E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to SEV
1011
Switzerland
AA0020107-E6 Power cord 2.5 m IEC C13 to
SI-32
Israel
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Chapter 4: Preinstallation checklist
Before you install the VSP 8000 Series, make sure that you complete the tasks in the preinstallation
checklist.
No. Task Description
1. Review the technical specification for
the switch. Make sure that the area
where you install the switch and where
it will operate meet the requirements.
For the physical, electrical, and environmental
specifications, see Technical specifications on
page 32.
2. Verify the power supply unit (PSU)
specifications. Optionally order a
redundant PSU to provide redundancy
and load sharing.
See AC power supply specifications on
page 73 or DC power supply specifications on
page 78.
3. Make sure that you have the following
tools and cables:
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• RJ-45 console port cable
• ESD cable
See Cable requirements for the VSP 8000
Series on page 69.
4. Unpack the equipment. Observe ESD precautions when you unpack
the equipment. See Electrostatic discharge. on
page 31
5. Verify the contents of the shipped
package.
See Package contents on page 34 for a
description of the components that are
provided with the switch. If any components
are missing, contact Extreme Networks
support.
6. Make sure that the power cord has the
correct country-specific termination.
7. Prepare the rack. Ensure that there is enough rack space to
accommodate a 2RU switch (8.8 cm).
Ensure that the rack is bolted to the floor and
braced if necessary.
Ensure that the rack is grounded to the same
grounding electrode used by the power service
in the area. The ground path must be
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No. Task Description
permanent and must not exceed 1 Ohm of
resistance from the rack to the grounding
electrode.
Preinstallation checklist
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Chapter 5: Installing the Virtual Services
Platform 8000 Series
This section provides the information and procedures to install the VSP 8000 Series.
Installation checklist
Use this checklist to install the VSP 8000 Series.
No. Task Description
1. Mount the VSP 8000 Series switch in
the equipment rack.
See Installing the VSP 8000 Series in an
Equipment Rack on page 35.
You have two options for installing the switch in
an equipment rack:
•Using the optional slide rack mount kit on
page 35
•Using the supplied brackets on page 68
2. Install the primary or redundant
power supply.
Important:
A combination of AC-input and
DC-input power supplies in the
same chassis is not supported.
If you have an AC power supply, see Installing
an AC power supply on page 71.
If you have a DC power supply, see Installing a
DC Power Supply on page 75.
3. For the VSP 8400 Series, install an
Ethernet Switch Module.
See Installing an Ethernet Switch Module on
page 26.
4. Check the LEDs to verify the
installation.
For a description of the LEDs, see LED state
definitions on page 82.
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Installation fundamentals
VSP 8200 Series
The VSP 8200 Series consists of:
• eighty 10GBASE-SFP/SFP+ ports
• four 40GBASE-QSFP+ ports
• one 10/100/1000BASE-T Out-Of-Band Management Port
• one RJ-45 Console Port
• one USB 2.0 port
• Base Software License
• one field-replaceable 800 watt power supply (either AC or DC)
• four field-replaceable 12 volt fan modules
Figure 1: VSP 8284XSQ — Front view
1. SFP+ port LEDs are in between the ports on each slot. The up arrows refer to the port above and the
down arrows refer to the port below. For a description of what the LEDs mean, see SFP, SFP+,QSFP+, and
QSFP28 port LED state indicators on page 84.
2. Eighty SFP+ ports that support 1G SFPs and 10G SFP+s.
• 40 ports in Slot 1 on top
• 40 ports in Slot 2 on the bottom
3. QSFP+ port LEDs are in between the ports on each slot. The up arrows refer to the port above and the
down arrows refer to the port below. For a description of what the LEDs mean, see SFP, SFP+,QSFP+, and
QSFP28 port LED state indicators on page 84.
4. Four QSFP+ ports: two in Slot 1 and two in Slot 2.
5. USB port
6. Console port
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