IXIA XGS12 User manual

XGS12 Chassis
Platform Assembly Guide
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CONTENTS
Contact Us iii
About this guide vi
Note icons and messages vi
Typographical conventions vi
Textual conventions vii
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
Chapter 2 XGS12 Chassis Modules 3
Chapter 3 Install XGS12 Chassis 5
Unpack and Mount the Chassis 7
Remove and Insert Processor Module 8
Remove and Insert Power Supply Module 9
Remove and Insert Fan Module 11
Chapter 4 Log on to XGS12 Chassis 13
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About this guide
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Note icons and messages vi
Typographical conventions vi
Textual conventions vii
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CHAPTER 1Introduction
This document describes how to install the XGS12 chassis and its various modules.
The XGS12 Chassis is the next generation high performance platform capable of supporting all XM form
factor load modules, including full chassis configurations of the Xcellon load modules. It is a 12-slot
chassis with high speed backplane (160 Gbps between each adja¬cent two cards) designed for
aggregation across load modules.
XGS12 supports both IxLoad and BreakingPoint software applications. The chassis archi¬tecture
supports easy setup and management of high scale, multi user system. It has a pluggable system
controller for chassis management. Additional applications and load mod¬ules will be supported in
future software releases.
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Chapter 1 Introduction
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CHAPTER 2XGS12 Chassis Modules
The modules that make up the chassis are as follows:
lChassis Frame Module
lChassis Fan Module
lChassis Power Supply Module
lChassis Processor Module
The Processor Module is plugged into the front of the chassis, in slot 0. The power supplies and fans
are accessible from the rear of the chassis. Each of the modular components is capable of being
removed in the field and replaced with minimum downtime.
XGS12 Chassis Back View
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CHAPTER 3Install XGS12 Chassis
The following sections describe the installation procedure:
Unpack and Mount the Chassis on page7
Remove and Insert Processor Module on page8
Remove and Insert Power Supply Module on page9
Remove and Insert Fan Module on page11
XGS12 Chassis Installation Precautions
The following precautions should be followed while installing the XGS12 chassis:
lA two person lift is recommended when installing the chassis into the rack.
lEnsure that each person is properly grounded during installation of either the chassis (onto the
rack) or load modules (into the chassis) to prevent an ESD event.
lInstall the chassis in the rack before installing the power supply module, fan module and load
modules, thereby reducing the weight of the chassis.
lUse the two lower bolts meant for securing the chassis to a rack, to hold the chassis frame in
place while securing all of the other bolts.
lSecure the chassis to rack face with all six bolts. Fully depress power supply clamps when
installing power supply module.
lSecure the power supply module thumb bolt when installing power supply module.
lInstall the rear power supply cover before applying AC power. After removing or installing this
cover, ensure that the thumbscrews are tightened down with a 'Flat Blade' screwdriver. Exercise
caution when tightening to prevent cross threading of the screws to the chassis.
lEnsure that the rack where the XG(S)12 Chassis is installed provides 200-240 VAC.
lDo not use AC power other than 200-240 VAC. The chassis is designed to be operated using all
three 200-240 VAC power supplies.
lDo not use the chassis without installing the Fan module.
lDo not use the chassis without installing the Processor module.
lDo not leave unused slots open. Use the filler panels to cover the un-used slots.
lDo not block the front air intake.
lA minimum air flow clearance of 12 inches is required. 24 inches of air flow clearance is preferred
at the rear of the chassis.
lRemove all external plastic protective film prior to chassis operation.
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lOperator intervention may be required to power cycle the XGS12 chassis or restart a software
program in the event the XGS12 chassis operation is upset or stopped by electrostatic discharge.
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XGS12 Rack Screw Mount Locations
Unpack and Mount the Chassis
1. Cut tape and open the carton.
2. Remove accessories box, top foam inserts, and side packing inserts.
3. Lift chassis out of the carton.
4. Remove power supply cover and keep it aside.
5. Remove the plastic wrapping.
6. Insert the lowermost screws on the rack.
7. Slide the chassis into the rack so that the lower screw notches of the chassis rests on the screws
on the rack.
8. Insert the other screws and secure the chassis to the rack by tightening the screws.
9. Remove any and all plastic protective film from the chassis external surfaces.
XGS12 Mounted on Rack
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WARNING:The weight of the chassis components are as follows:
lEmpty chassis with air baffles = 70 lbs
lEmpty chassis without air baffles = 48 lbs
l3 power cords = 6 lbs
lPower supply assembly = 29 lbs
lFan Assembly = 10 lbs
lCPU card = 10 lbs
Do not attempt to lift the fully assembled chassis.
Note:
lThe chassis windows wallpaper is not displayed. So the credentials are required to log on.
lThe chassis is CE marked and ULTM certified when using the 200-240 VAC power cords supplied
with the chassis. However, these certifications for the chassis safety approvals are only valid
when the unit is operating from all three 200-240 VAC main power supplies.
lRefer to the Ixia Platform Reference Guide at: https://support.ixiacom.com/user-guide/ixos
for more details.
Remove and Insert Processor Module
To remove the processor module:
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1. Unfasten the screws.
2. Pinch the clips and then pull outwards.
Removing processor module
To insert the processor module:
1. Slide the module into the slot.
2. Pinch on the clips and push them in.
3. Fasten the screws.
Inserting processor module
Remove and Insert Power Supply Module
The power supply module is accessible after removing the rear cover. For details see the XGS12
Chassis Back View image.
To remove the rear cover, unfasten the four screws around the cover and pull out the cover.
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To remove the power supply module:
1. Loosen the thumbscrew in the upper left corner of the power supply module.
2. Pull the power clamp handles.
3. Hold the two handles provided on the power supply module and pull them.
To remove the individual power supplies:
1. Hold the handle on the power supply
2. Pull the clip inwards and then pull the handle out.
Individual Power Supply Removal
To insert the individual power supplies, slide the power supply in until you hear the clicking sound of
the clip.
To insert the power supply module:
1. Place the power supply module on the bottom chassis rails as shown in the image below.
2. Push the power supply module inwards.
3. Push the power clamp handles in to lock the busbars in place.
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4. Tighten the thumbscrew at the upper left corner of the power supply module.
5. Replace the rear cover and fasten it with the screws.
Remove and Insert Fan Module
The fan module is located on the rear side of the chassis. For details see the XGS12 Chassis Back View
image.
To remove the fan module:
1. Unfasten the four screws that are present on the edges of the fan module.
2. Pull the module outwards.
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To install the fan module:
1. Push the rubber grommets over the metal standoff on the chassis.
2. Fasten the four screws tightly.
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CHAPTER 4Log on to XGS12 Chassis
The Username for an XGS12 (Windows 7) remote desktop session is ixia and the password is the CPU
module serial number found on the sticker located in front of the CPU module.
Note: The chassis windows wallpaper is not displayed. So the credentials are required to log on.
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