HP 10GbE Pass-Thru Module User manual

10GbE Pass-Thru Module
User Guide
Part Number 573130-002
December 2010 (Second Edition)
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Intended audience
This document is for the person who installs, administers, and troubleshoots HP BladeSystem c-Class
products. Only persons experienced in server blade technology and configuration should attempt these
procedures. HP assumes you are qualified in the servicing of computer equipment and trained in
recognizing hazards in products with hazardous energy levels.
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Contents 3
Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................. 5
Features ................................................................................................................................................... 5
Enterprise class performance............................................................................................................. 5
Configuration and management ........................................................................................................ 5
Diagnostic tools............................................................................................................................... 5
Pass-thru module architecture ...................................................................................................................... 5
Port mapping .................................................................................................................................. 6
Dual pass-thru modules..................................................................................................................... 6
Redundant paths to server bays......................................................................................................... 6
XModem .................................................................................................................................................. 6
Component identification............................................................................................................... 7
10GbE Pass-Thru Module front panel........................................................................................................... 7
Installing the pass-thru module........................................................................................................ 9
Manually configuring the pass-thru module ................................................................................................... 9
Module security............................................................................................................................... 9
Installing the module.................................................................................................................................. 9
Accessing the pass-thru module CLI............................................................................................................ 10
Accessing the pass-thru module CLI remotely ..................................................................................... 10
Accessing the pass-thru module CLI locally........................................................................................ 11
Production mode CLI...................................................................................................................... 11
CLI menu...................................................................................................................................... 11
Installing SFP+ transceivers ....................................................................................................................... 12
Replacing a pass-thru module....................................................................................................... 13
Replacing an existing module ................................................................................................................... 13
Updating the 10GbE pass-thru firmware........................................................................................ 14
Methods for updating the 10GbE Pass-Thru Module firmware ....................................................................... 14
Updating the firmware image using the Onboard Administrator CLI............................................................... 14
Updating the firmware image using a USB key and the Onboard Administrator CLI......................................... 17
Updating the 10GbE Pass-Thru Module firmware using the pass-thru serial port............................................... 18
Performing a serial firmware image download .................................................................................. 18
Updating the firmware image using the serial port ............................................................................. 18
For more information................................................................................................................... 20
Additional references............................................................................................................................... 20
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................... 21
Health LED on the pass-thru module is not on .............................................................................................. 21
Health LED on the pass-thru module stays amber for more than 30 seconds and pass-thru module does not boot . 21
No link LED appears, even after you plug the cable into the SFP+ module ...................................................... 21
Cannot access the pass-thru module serial console interface using an RS232 connection from a PC Terminal
Emulation Program .................................................................................................................................. 22
Error message appears on the serial console screen that the pass-thru module failed to complete the system self-test
............................................................................................................................................................. 22
The keyboard locks up when you use HyperTerminal to log in to the pass-thru module through the console interface
............................................................................................................................................................. 22
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Cannot connect to the pass-thru module console interface remotely using Onboard Administrator ...................... 22
The download fails after starting to download the firmware file ..................................................................... 23
The pass-thru module configuration is corrupt.............................................................................................. 23
SFP+ transceiver port is disabled............................................................................................................... 23
Technical specifications ............................................................................................................... 24
General specifications ............................................................................................................................. 24
Port names ............................................................................................................................................. 24
Physical and environmental specifications................................................................................................... 25
Mini-USB to DB-9 serial adapter pin assignment .......................................................................................... 25
Regulatory compliance notices ..................................................................................................... 27
Class A equipment .................................................................................................................................. 27
Modifications.......................................................................................................................................... 27
Cables................................................................................................................................................... 27
Canadian notice ..................................................................................................................................... 27
European Union regulatory notice ............................................................................................................. 27
Japanese class A notice ........................................................................................................................... 28
Korean class A notice .............................................................................................................................. 28
Laser compliance .................................................................................................................................... 28
Electrostatic discharge................................................................................................................. 30
Preventing electrostatic discharge.............................................................................................................. 30
Grounding methods to prevent electrostatic discharge.................................................................................. 30
Acronyms and abbreviations........................................................................................................ 31
Index......................................................................................................................................... 33
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Introduction 5
Introduction
Features
The 10GbE Pass-Thru Module is designed for easy installation and high performance in an environment
where network traffic and users increase continually.
Enterprise class performance
The 10GbE Pass-Thru Module includes the following features:
•The unique ability to provide both 1 Gigabit and 10 Gigabit functionality on each port, enabling
greater network flexibility
•Full support on the HP c-Class BladeSystem server blade enclosure and infrastructure compatible with
any combination of HP c-Class BladeSystem server blades
•The ability to replace an existing 10GbE Pass-Thru Module without powering down the server blades
or the enclosure
•Preconfiguration for immediate use with the HP c-Class BladeSystem Enclosure
•Robust configuration and management from the 10GbE Pass-Thru Module internal or external CLI
•Support for 10GbE Pass-Thru Module firmware upgrade using XModem functionality
Configuration and management
The 10GbE Pass-Thru Module has the ability to enable or disable auto-negotiation on any port.
Diagnostic tools
The 10GbE Pass-Thru Module includes the following hardware and firmware diagnostic tools:
•POST built into the pass-thru module boot process
•Pass-thru module LED panel displaying per port status and speed
•Health and UID status LEDs
•Reset switch and mini-USB to DB-9 RS232 management serial port (mini-USB to DB-9 RS232 cable
sold separately)
•The ability to return the pass-thru module to known good condition in case of firmware corruption
Pass-thru module architecture
The pass-thru module provides a 10GBASE-KR-to-SFI interface conversion, connecting through the
enclosure backplane to 10GBASE-KR lanes from 16 server blades and brings out Small Form Factor
Interface signals terminating in SFP/SFP+ transceiver connectors on the faceplate of the module.
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Port mapping
For detailed port mapping information, see the HP BladeSystem Enclosure Quick Setup Guide or the HP
BladeSystem Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide on the HP website
(http://www.hp.com/go/bladesystem/documentation).
Dual pass-thru modules
In a dual pass-thru module configuration, two pass-thru modules in the HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure
provide redundant paths to the network ports on the server blades.
Redundant paths to server bays
In a dual pass-thru module configuration, redundant Ethernet signals from each server blade are routed
through the enclosure backplane to separate pass-thru modules within the enclosure. This configuration
provides redundant paths to each server bay.
Redundant Ethernet signals from each blade server are routed through the enclosure backplane to
separate pass-thru modules within the enclosure. However, port to server mapping varies based on the
type of server blade installed.
XModem
The pass-thru module supports XModem for transferring files during firmware upgrade using the serial
management port. XModem sends blocks of data and includes an error-detection system called a
checksum. When the data is received, the error detection system ensures that the entire message reached
its destination. If not, the receiving computer sends a request for data retransmission.
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Component identification 7
Component identification
10GbE Pass-Thru Module front panel
CAUTION: If you press the Reset button while the Health LED is green, the pass-thru module
resets.
Item Description
1 UID LED
•
Blue light on—The pass-thru module is activated.
•
Blue light off—The pass-thru module is deactivated.
2 Health LED
•
Off—The pass-thru module is powered off.
•
Green—The pass-thru module is powered up, and all ports
match.
•
Amber—An issue exists, such as a port mismatch. For more
information, see the HP BladeSystem Enclosure Setup and
Installation Guide.
3 Ethernet port
•
Green—Link is 10G.
•
Flashing green—10G link activity is detected.
•
Amber—Link is 1G.
•
Flashing amber—1G link activity is detected.
•
Flashing alternately green and amber—A link mismatch
condition exists. For more information, see the HP BladeSystem
Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide.
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Item Description
4 Reset button
5 Mini-USB RS232 management serial port
6 Ports 1-16
SFP+ ports to support SFP and SFP+ transceiver modules and Direct
Attach Cables (DAC).
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Installing the pass-thru module 9
Installing the pass-thru module
Manually configuring the pass-thru module
Configure the pass-thru module manually using a CLI. See "Accessing the pass-thru module ("Accessing
the pass-thru module CLI" on page 10)" for more information.
Module security
The 10GbE Pass-Thru Module does not provide network security. You must provide security for the module
from somewhere else on the network.
Installing the module
CAUTION: Do not attach the pass-thru module cables until after configuration.
IMPORTANT: Make sure that the server NIC configuration matches the pass-thru module bay
selected.
1. If a blank is installed in the bay, open the handle (1) and pull the blank out of the bay (2).
2. Open the handle on the pass-thru module.
3. Insert the pass-thru module into the bay (1).
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4. Close the handle (2).
Complete installation is indicated by a green Health LED. If the Health LED is amber or power is not
applied to the module, see the HP BladeSystem Enclosure Setup and Installation Guide for troubleshooting
information.
Accessing the pass-thru module CLI
You can access the pass-thru module CLI remotely using the Onboard Administrator enclosure or locally
using the mini-USB to DB-9 RS232 Management serial port.
Accessing the pass-thru module CLI remotely
1. Access the Onboard Administrator command line using telnet, SSH, or a serial connection. For more
information on how to access the Onboard Administrator CLI, see the HP BladeSystem Onboard
Administrator User Guide.
2. Use the connect interconnect <bay> command to access the module. For example, if the
module is located in bay 2, enter the connect interconnect 2 command.
To properly connect to the pass-thru module, you must disable flow control in the Onboard Administrator
connect console.
To disable flow control after you have connected to the module:
1. Press Enter.
2. Press Ctrl + _ (Ctrl + Shift + underscore) to access the Connect Utility menu.
3. Enter Cto change the port settings.
4. Enter Rto change settings for the remote port.
5. Enter Nto disable flow control.
After you have exited the menu, the pass-thru module CLI appears.
NOTE: If the pass-thru module CLI does not appear, press Enter.
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