HP ProCurve 6120G/XG User manual

Designed specifically for the c-Class BladeSystem enclosure, the HP 6120G/XG Blade Switch provides sixteen 1Gbdownlinks and four
1Gb copper uplinks, two 1Gb SFP uplinks along with three 10Gb uplinks and a single 10Gb cross-connect. A robust set of industry
standard Enhanced Layer 2 switching functions, QOS metering, security and High Availability features round out this extremely capable
switch. The 6120G/XG is perfectly suited for datacenters in transition where a mix of 1Gb and 10Gb network connections are required.
The 6120G/XG part of HP's data center solutions for blade enclosures that provides consistency and interoperability across existing
network investments to help reduce the complexity of network management through resilient core-to-edge connectivity and
automated provisioning technologies. With a variety of connection interfaces the 6120G/XG switch offers excellent investment
protection, flexibility, and scalability, as well as ease of deployment and reduced operational expense.
Figure 1 HP 6120G/XG Blade Switch
1. 10GbE CX4 port 6. USB 2.0 port
2. 10GbE XFP port 7. Next button
3. 10GbE XFP port 8. Ports 1-4 (10/100/1000BASE-T)
4. 1GbE SFP port 9. Reset button (recessed)
5. 1GbE SFP port
What's New
Support for new HP ProLiant G7 Server Blades
Support for Uplink Failure Detection
sFlow
Enhanced routing features including static and RIP routing and Identity Based ACLs
Enhanced QoS
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HP 6120G/XG Blade Switch
Overview
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At A Glance
Performance :
Non blocking architecture
Wire speed switching on all four 10/100/1000T RJ-45 uplink ports
Wire speed switching on both 1Gb SFP uplink ports
Wire speed switching on all three 10Gb uplink ports
Wire speed switching on all sixteen 1Gb server ports
Greater than 1:1 downlink to uplink bandwidth ratio
Store and Forward Switching
Management :
Offers simplified management through CLI option
Can be managed through HTTP, HTTPS,
" Standards based SNMP management via tools such as PCM and PCM+
OOBM via Onboard Administrator
USB console port
Web and telnet management options available
Automated provisioning via Datacenter Connection Manager ( DCM)
Security :
Port security based on 802.1x, web, mac authentication limits access to unwanted users
Secured access through SSH and HTTPS (SSL), SFTP
Offers RADIUS Authentication
Offers TACACS+ Authentication
Port security and mac address lockout for access control
STP root guard and per-port broadcast throttling for protection against misbehaved traffic.
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HP 6120G/XG Blade Switch
Overview
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Models
HP 6120G/XG Ethernet Blade Switch 498358-B21
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HP 6120G/XG Blade Switch
Models
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Compatibility
HP ProLiant Servers HP ProLiant BL2x220c G7
HP ProLiant BL2x220c G5
HP ProLiant BL260c G5
HP ProLiant BL280c G6
HP ProLiant 420c Gen8
HP ProLiant BL460c Gen8
HP ProLiant BL460c G7
HP ProLiant BL460c G6
HP ProLiant BL460c G5
HP ProLiant BL460c
HP ProLiant BL465c Gen8
HP ProLiant BL465c G7
HP ProLiant BL465 G6
HP ProLiant BL465 G5
HP ProLiant BL465c
HP ProLiant BL480c
HP ProLiant BL490c G7
HP ProLiant BL490c G6
HP ProLiant BL495c G6
HP ProLiant BL495c G5
HP ProLiant BL660c Gen8
HP ProLiant BL620c G7
HP ProLiant BL680c G5
HP ProLiant BL680c G7
HP ProLiant BL685c G7
HP ProLiant BL685 G6
HP ProLiant BL685 G5
HP ProLiant BL685c
NOTE: Some servers listed above may be discontinued.
HP Integrity Servers HP Integrity BL860c Server Blade
HP Integrity BL860c i2 Server Blade
HP Integrity BL870c Server Blade
HP Integrity BL870c i2 Server Blade
HP Integrity BL890c i2 Server Blade
HP ProLiant BL c-Class
Server Blade Enclosures
HP BladeSystem c3000 Enclosure
HP BladeSystem c7000 Enclosure
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Standard Features
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Required Network
Cabling
10Base-T Categories 3, 4 or 5 UTP (100 meters)
EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm STP (100 meters)
100Base-TX Category 5 UTP (100 meters)
EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm STP (100 meters)
1000Base-T Category 5 UTP (100 meters)
EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm STP (100 meters)
10Gb Multimode fiber cable; 62.5/125 or 50/125 microns
Singlemode fiber cable: 9/125 micron
The following CX4 cable lengths have been qualified and can be purchased
directly from HP. Please see the Related Options section of this QuickSpecs:
HP BladeSystem c-Class.5m 10-GbE CX4 Cable
HP BladeSystem c-Class 1m 10-GbE CX4 Cable
HP BladeSystem c-Class 3m 10-GbE CX4 Cable
HP BladeSystem c-Class 15m 10-GbE CX4 Cable
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Standard Features
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Service and Support HP Care Pack Services: Packaged server and storage services for increased uptime, productivity and
ROI
When you buy HP server and storage products and solutions, it's also a good time to think about what
levels of support you may need. Our portfolio of service options reduce deployment and management
worries while helping you get the most out of your server and storage investments. We take a holistic
approach to your environment, bridging servers, blades, storage, software and network infrastructures
with our packaged HP Care Pack Services for servers and storage.
Protect your business beyond warranty
When it comes to robustness and reliability, standard computing equipment warranties have matured
along with technology. Good news that can also create problems stemming from depending on standard
warranties designed to only protect against product defects and some downtime causes. Using a standard
approach to warranty uplifts, such as HP Care Pack Services, helps reduce downtime risks and provides
operational consistency for mission-critical and standard business computing.
HP Care Pack Services: Upgrading or extending standard server and storage warranties cost
effectively
HP recommends Proactive Care for your BladeSystem servers, enclosures and components to prevent
problems with proactive advice and assistance, resolve issues and rapidly recover by connecting to HP's
enhanced call experience and advanced technical expertise. In addition with HP Proactive Select, you can
acquire the specific proactive constancy and technical services. HP Proactive Select menu offers a broad
set of service options that you can mix and match depending on your specific requirements. Proactive
service options include offers for server, storage, network, SAN device, software, environment and
education services.
HP server and storage lifecycle support services offers a full spectrum of customer care-from technology
support to complex migrations to complete managed services. HP Factory Express provides
customization, integration and deployment services for turnkey solutions. HP Education Services offer
flexible, comprehensive training on to help your IT staff get the most out of your server and storage
investments. HP Financial solutions extend innovative financing and cost-effective asset management
programs-from purchase to equipment retirement.
Learn more: www.hp.com/services/servers and www.hp.com/services/storage
NOTE: Care Pack Services availability may vary by product and country.
HP Care Pack Services are sold by HP and HP Authorized Service Partners:
Services for customers purchasing from HP or an enterprise reseller are quoted using HP order
configuration tools.
Customers purchasing from a commercial reseller can find HP Care Pack Services at
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Recommended HP Care Pack Services for optimal satisfaction with your HP product
Recommended Services Hardware Options Support
HP Care Packs provide support for all HP-branded hardware options qualified for inclusion in your server
or storage solution. Any additional HP-qualified options installed within the server are covered at the same
service level and for the same period as the server and no additional cost.
Help improve or maintain system uptime
Convenient onsite support
Committed response time
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3-Year HP Hardware Support Onsite Service, 4-hour response, 24x7
Provides you with rapid remote support and if required an HP authorized representative who will arrive on
site any time and day of the year to begin hardware maintenance service within 4 hours of the service
request being logged.
This service provides a trained HP service specialist to perform an installation that meets HP quality
standards, for:
Help improve or maintain system uptime
Convenient onsite support
Committed response time
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HP Installation and Startup of HP ProLiant Servers
Provides for the installation of your new HP ProLiant server and operating system to assist you in bringing
your new HP ProLiant server and operating system into operation in a timely and professional manner.
This service provides a trained HP service specialist to perform an installation that meets HP quality
standards, for:
Delivery of the service at a mutually scheduled time convenient to your organization
Availability of an HP service specialist to answer basic questions during the onsite delivery of this
service
Custom installation as detailed in "Delivery specifications" or in a Statement of Work (SOW)
Verification prior to installation that all service prerequisites are met
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Optional HP Care Pack Services that will enhance your HP product experience
Optional Services 3-Year HP Hardware Support Onsite Call-to-Repair (CTR) Service, 6- or 24-hour
As an alternative to our recommended support level, for customers who need committed call-to-repair for
server hardware.
Provides your IT manager with a team of support specialists who will quickly begin troubleshooting the
system to help return the hardware to operating condition within 6 or 24 hours of the initial service
request to the HP Global Solution Center.
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HP Proactive Select Service
Customer needs on demand access to consulting, technical proactive services and education courses
Provides a flexible way to purchase HP best-in-class consultancy and technical services. You can buy
Proactive Select Service Credits when you purchase your hardware and then use the credits over the next
12 months.
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eSupport HP eSupport is a portfolio of technology-based services that assist you with managing your business
environment - from the desktop to the data center.
Support Portal
The HP support portal provides one-stop access to the information, tools and services you need to
manage the daily operations of your IT environment.
Features include :
Access to self-solve tools (including search technical knowledge base)
Efficient logging and tracking of support cases
Collaboration with other business and IT professionals
Download of patches and drivers
Access to diagnostic tools
Proactive notification of relevant information
Access to certain features of the support portal requires an HP service agreement. To access the support
portal, visit: http://www.hp.com/support
HP Insight Remote Support software delivers secure remote support for your HP Servers and Storage, 24 X
7, so you can spend less time solving problems and more time focused on your business. You can have
your systems remotely monitored for hardware failure using secure technology that's been proven at
thousands of companies around the world. In many cases, you can avoid problems before they occur.
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Customer Technical
Training
In today's cost-conscious business environment, IT professionals, developers, consultants and users face
an interesting challenge: how to keep up with the latest technologies and expand important skills while
delivering profitable results on current projects. To help address this challenge, HP offers innovative
training solutions that help keep you up-to-date on virtualization, server, storage, Insight Control, Citrix,
Microsoft® and open source/Linux-related topics-while spending less time away from business-critical
activities.
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partners, industry organizations and publications around the world. Recent honors and award reflect our
services team's dedications, technical expertise, professionalism and uncompromising commitment to
customer satisfaction.
Additional Services
Information
To learn more on HP ProLiant servers, HP BladeSystem servers and HP storage products, please contact
your HP sales representative or HP Authorized Channel Partner. Or visit: www.hp.com/services/proliant or
www.hp.com/services/bladesystem or http://www.hp.com/services/storage
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CX4 Cables HP BladeSystem c-Class .5m 10-GbE CX4 Cable Option 444477-B21
HP BladeSystem c-Class 1m 10-GbE CX4 Cable Option 444477-B22
HP BladeSystem c-Class 3m 10-GbE CX4 Cable Option 444477-B23
HP BladeSystem c-Class 15m 10-GbE CX4 Cable Option 444477-B27
XFP to SFP+ Cables HP X244 XFP SFP+ 1m Direct Attach Cable J9300A
HP X244 XFP SFP+ 3m Direct Attach Cable J9301A
HP X244 XFP SFP+ 5m Direct Attach Cable J9302A
XFP Options HP 850nm Short-range 10 Gigabit Small Form Factor Pluggable Module Option Kit
NOTE: Each kit contains a single 850nm SR XFP fiber module. Only HP supplied XFP
modules will operate in the HP 6120G/XG switch.
443756-B21
HP 1350nm Long-range 10 Gigabit Small Form Factor Pluggable Module Option Kit
NOTE: Each kit contains a single1310nm LR XFP fiber module. Only HP supplied XFP
modules will operate in the HP 6120G/XG switch.
443757-B21
SFP Options HP BLc Virtual Connect 1Gb RJ-45 Small Form Factor Pluggable Option Kit 453154-B21
HP BLc Virtual Connect 1Gb SX Small Form Factor Pluggable Option Kit 453151-B21
Service and Support
Offerings
NOTE: The HP Care Pack service part numbers below for ProLiant BL c-Class server
blades, cover the server blade and all HP branded hardware options qualified for the
server, purchased at the same time or afterwards, internal to the server.
Hardware Services On-site Service
HP 3year 4hour 13x5 c-Class Server Blade HW Support UE458E
HP 3year 4hour 24x7 c-Class Server Blade Hardware Support UE459E
HP 3year 6hour 24x7 Call to Repair c-Class Server Blade Hardware Support UE460E
Support Plus 24
HP 3year SupportPlus24 Microsoft c-ClassServer Blade Service UE473E
NOTE: HP Care Pack services for the c7000 and c3000 Enclosure cover the enclosure,
power supplies and fans. HP qualified rack options are covered by these services when
installed within the same rack. HP supported c-Class enclosure devices including pass
thru, Ethernet interconnect and virtual connect modules are also covered by the c7000
and c3000 enclosure Care Pack services.
NOTE: SAN/Fabric switches for the HP c-Class BladeSystem are not covered under the
c7000 and c3000 enclosure Care Packs, SAN/Fabric switches carry separate Care Packs.
SAN/Fabric Switch Care Pack service level support should always be uplifted to match
existing storage or server service level.
Hardware Support Services On-site Service
HP 3 year Next business day c7000 Enclosure Hardware Support
NOTE: Uplifts the Ethernet devices to the same level of warranty as the c-class
enclosure.
UE477E
HP 3 year 4 hour 13x5 c7000 Enclosure Hardware Support UE478E
HP 3 year 4 hour 24x7 c7000 Enclosure Hardware Support UE479E
HP 3 year 6 hour 24x7 Call to Repair c7000 Enclosure Hardware Support UE480E
Installation & Start-up Services
QuickSpecs
HP 6120G/XG Blade Switch
Related Options
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