This user guide documents OmniSwitch 6450 hardware, including chassis and associated components. The
specifications described in this guide are subject to change without notice.
This OmniSwitch 6450 Hardware Users Guide describes your switch hardware components and basic
switch hardware procedures.
Supported Platforms
The information in this guide applies to the following products:
•OmniSwitch 6450-10(L)
•OmniSwitch 6450-P10(L)
•OmniSwitch 6450-P10S
•OmniSwitch 6450-24(L)
•OmniSwitch 6450-P24(L)
•OmniSwitch 6450-48(L)
•OmniSwitch 6450-P48(L)
•OmniSwitch 6450-U24
•OmniSwitch 6450-U24S
OmniSwitch 6450 Hardware Users GuideJanuary 2015page ix
Who Should Read this Manual?About This Guide
Who Should Read this Manual?
The audience for this users guide is network administrators and IT support personnel who need t o con figure, maintain, and monitor switches and routers in a live network. However, anyone wishing to gain
knowledge on the OmniSwitch 6450 hardware will benefit from the material in this guide.
When Should I Read this Manual?
Read this guide as soon as you are ready to familiarize yourself with your switch hardware components.
You should have already stepped through the first login procedures and read the brief hardware overviews
in the OmniSwitch 6450 Getting Started Guide.
You should already be familiar with the very basics of the switch hardware, such as module LEDs and
module installation procedures. This manual will help you understand your switch hardware components
(e.g., chassis, cables, power supplies, etc.) in greater depth.
What is in this Manual?
This users guide includes the following hardware-related information:
•Descriptions of switch configurations.
•Descriptions of “availability” features.
•Descriptions of chassis types (e.g., OmniSwitch 6450-10).
•Instructions for mounting the chassis.
•Descriptions of hardware components (status LEDs, chassis, cables, backup power supplies, etc.).
•Managing a chassis.
•Hardware-related Command Line Interface (CLI) commands
What is Not in this Manual?
The descriptive and procedural information in this manual focuses on switch hardware. It includes information on some CLI commands that pertain directly to hardware configuration, bu t it is not intended as a
software users guide. There are several OmniSwitch 6450 users guides that focus on switch software
configuration. Consult those guides for detailed information and examples for configuring yo ur switch
software to operate in a live network environment. See “Documentation Roadmap” on page -xi and
“Related Documentation” on page -xiii for further information on software configuration guides available
This users guide provides an overview of OmniSwitch 6450 switches, specifications of the hardware
components, steps for setting up and managing OmniSwitch 6450 switches, and an overview and procedures for managing Power over Ethernet (PoE).
Documentation Roadmap
The OmniSwitch user documentation suite wa s design ed to supply you with information at several critical
junctures of the configuration process.The following section outlines a roadmap of the manuals that will
help you at each stage of the configuration process. Under each stage, we point you to the manual or
manuals that will be most helpful to you.
Stage 1: Using the Switch for the First Time
Pertinent Documentation: Getting Started Guide
Release Notes
The Getting Started Guide provides all the information you need to get your switch up and running the
first time. This guide provides information on unpacking the switch, installing power supplies, unlocking
access control, setting the switch’s IP address, and setting up a password. It also includes succinct overview information on fundamental aspects of the switch, such as hardware LEDs, the software directory
structure, CLI conventions, and web-based management.
At this time you should also familiarize yourself with the Release Notes that accompanied your switch.
This document includes important information on feature limitations that are not included in other user
guides.
Stage 2: Gaining Familiarity with Basic Switch Functions
Pertinent Documentation: Hardware Users Guide
Switch Management Guide
Once you have your switch up and running, you will want to begin investigating basic aspects of its hard
ware and software. Information about switch hardware is provided in the Hardware Users Guide. This
guide provide specifications, illustrations, and descriptions of all hardware components—e.g., chassis,
backup power supplies, etc.
The Switch Management Guide is the primary user guide for the basic software features on a switch. This
guide contains information on the switch directory structure, basic file and directory utilities, switch
access security, SNMP, and web-based management. It is recommended that you read this guide before
connecting your switch to the network.
OmniSwitch 6450 Hardware Users GuideJanuary 2015page xi
When you are ready to connect your switch to the network, you will need to learn how the OmniSwitch
implements fundamental softwa re features, such as 802.1Q, VLANs, a nd Spanning Tree. The Network Configuration Guide contains overview information, procedures and examples on how standard networking technologies are configured in the OmniSwitch.
Anytime
The OmniSwitch 6250/6450 CLI Reference Guide contains comprehensive information on all CLI
commands supported by the switch. This guide includes syntax, default, usage, example, related CLI
command, and CLI-to-MIB variable mapping information for all CLI commands supported by the switch.
This guide can be consulted anytime during the configuration process to find detailed and specific information on each CLI command.
The following are the titles and descriptions of OmniSwitch 6450-related user manuals:
•OmniSwitch 6450 Getting Started Guide
Describes the hardware and software procedures for getting an OmniSwitch up and running. Also
provides information on fundamental aspects of OmniSwitch software.
•OmniSwitch 6450 Hardware Users Guide
Detailed technical specifications and procedures for the OmniSwitch chassis and components. This
manual also includes comprehensive information on assembling and managing stacked configurations.
•OmniSwitch 6250/6450 CLI Reference Guide
Complete reference to all CLI commands supported on OmniSwitch 6250/6450 products. Includes
syntax definitions, default values, examples, usage guidelines and CLI-to-MIB variable mappings.
•OmniSwitch 6250/6450 Switch Management Guide
Includes procedures for readying an individual switch for integration into a network. Topics include
the software directory architecture, image rollback protections, authenticated switch access, managing
switch files, system configuration, using SNMP, and using web management software (WebView).
•OmniSwitch 6250/6450 Network Configurat ion Guide
Includes network configuration procedures and descriptive information on all the major software
features and protocols included in the base software package. Chapters cover Layer 2 information
(Ethernet and VLAN configuration), Layer 3 information (routing protocols, such as RIP), security
options (authenticated VLANs), Quality of Service (QoS), and link aggregation.
•OmniSwitch 6250/6450 Transceivers Guide
Includes SFP transceiver specifications and product compatibility information.
•Technical Tips, Field Notices
Includes information published by Alcatel-Lucent’s Customer Support group.
•Release Notes and Upgrade Instructions
Includes open problem reports, feature exceptions, and other important information on the features
supported in the current release and any limitations to their support.
OmniSwitch 6450 Hardware Users GuideJanuary 2015page xiii
Published / Latest Product DocumentationAbout This Guide
Published / Latest Product Documentation
All user guides for the OmniSwit ch Series are included on the Alcatel-Lucent public website. Thi s web site
also includes user guides for other Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise prod ucts.
The latest user guides can be found on our website at:
http://enterprise.alcatel-lucent.com/UserGuides
Technical Support
An Alcatel-Lucent service agreement brings your company the assurance of 7x24 no-excuses technical
support. You’ll also receive regular software updates to maintain and maximize your Alcatel-Lucent product’s features and functionality and on-site hardware replacement through our global network of highly
qualified service delivery partners. Additionally, with 24-hour-a-day access to Alcatel-Lucent’s Service
and Support web page, you’ll be able to view and update any case (open or closed) that you have reported
to Alcatel-Lucent’s technical support, open a new case or access helpful release notes, technical bulletins,
and manuals. For more information on Alcatel-Lucent’s Service Programs, see our web page at
service.esd.alcatel-lucent.com, call us at 1-800-995-2696, or email us at esd.support@alcatel-lucent.com.
Documentation Feedback
Alcatel-Lucent values comments on the quality and usefulness of the documentation. To send comments
on the OmniSwitch documentation use the following email address: feedback.osdocs@alcatel-lucent.com.
For document identification it's helpful to include the Document Title, Part Number and Revision (which
can be found on the title page) with any comments.
Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6450 Stackable Gigabit Ethernet LAN switches include 10-port, 24-port and
48-port models.
OmniSwitch 6450-10 offer Fast and Gigabit Ethernet for classroom, workgroup and small enterprise
applications and provide low-power consumption and fanless op eration.
OmniSwitch 6450-24 and OmniSwitch 6450-48 fixed configuration gigabit switches offer optional
upgrade paths for 10 Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) stacking, 10 GigE uplinks and metro Ethernet services.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is offered on OmniSwitch 6450-P10, OmniSwitch 6450-P24 and
OmniSwitch 6450-P48 models.
1000BaseT, two (2) combo ports, two (2) non-combo SFP ports, and an internal AC power supply.
•OmniSwitch 6450-P10L: Provides eight (8) 10/100BaseT Power Over Ethernet (802.3at) ports
upgradeable to 10/100/1000BaseT, two (2) combo ports, two (2) non-combo SFP ports, and an internal
AC power supply.
•OmniSwitch 6450-P10S: Provides eight (8) 10/100 /1000BaseT Power Over Ethernet ports (with ports
1 through 4 supporting HPoE at up to ~75W and ports 5 through 8 supporting 802.3at), two (2) fixed
SFP ports, and an internal AC power supply. This switch also supports IEEE 1588 Precision Time
Protocol (PTP). For more information on PTP support, refer to page 1-4.
24-Port Models
•OmniSwitch 6450-24: Provides 24 10/100/1000 BaseT ports, 2 fixed SFP+ ports and one expansion
slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis feat ures fanl ess desi gn and int erna l AC power
with optional internal AC or DC backup power.
•OmniSwitch 6450-P24: Provides 24 PoE 10/100/1000 BaseT ports, 2 fixed SFP+ ports and one
expansion slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis provides four fans and internal AC
power with optional external AC backup power. (The backup power supply is installed on a separate
1 RU tray for an overall 2 RU configuration.)
SFP+ ports and one expansion slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis features fanless
design and internal AC power with optional internal AC or DC backup power.
fixed SFP+ ports and one expansion slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis provides
four fans and internal AC power with optional external AC backup power. (The backup power supply
is installed on a separate 1 RU tray for an overall 2 RU configuration.)
•OmniSwitch 6450-U24: Provides 22 SFP ports, two (2) RJ45/SFP combo ports, two (2) fixed SFP+
ports and one expansion slot for two (2) optional SFP+ stacking/expansion ports.
•OmniSwitch 6450-U24S: Provides 22 SFP ports, two (2) RJ45/SFP combo ports, two (2) fixed SFP+
ports and one expansion slot for two (2) optional SFP+ stacking/expansion ports. This switch also
supports IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP). For more information on PTP support, refer to
•OmniSwitch 6450-48: Provides 48 10/100/1000 BaseT ports, 2 fixed SFP+ ports and one expansion
slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis provides three fans and internal AC power
with optional internal AC or DC backup power.
•OmniSwitch 6450-P48: Provides 48 PoE 10/100/1000 BaseT ports, 2 fixed SFP+ ports and one
expansion slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis provides four fans and internal AC
power with optional external AC backup power. (The backup power supply is installed on a separate
1 RU tray for an overall 2 RU configuration.)
SFP+ ports and one expansion slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis provides three
fans and internal AC power with optional internal AC or DC backup power.
fixed SFP+ ports and one expansion slot for optional stacking or uplink modules. The chassis provides
four fans and internal AC power with optional external AC backup power. (The backup power supply
is installed on a separate 1 RU tray for an overall 2 RU configuration.)
Note. The 10/100BaseT “L” models have the same hardware characteristics as the other models but can be
upgraded to support 10/100/1000BaseT via software license upgrade.
Combo Ports
Combo ports are individually configurable to be 10/100/1000BaseT or 100FX/1000X that can support
SFP transceivers for short, long and very long distances.
Non-combo Fiber Ports
The non-combo SFP ports provide uplink capability throug h the use of supported SFP transceivers.
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S models offer PoE (four pair) ports 1-4 that are compliant with the PoE portion of
the Power over HD Base-T (PoH) standard, up to ~75W per port, with a 280W PoE power budget. These
ports are labeled “HPoE” on the chassis front panel.
Note. PoH is supported on OmniSwitch 6450-P10S models only. PoE support of up to 30W per port is
provided on PoE ports 5 through 8. The maximum PoE power budget available for all ports on the
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S is 280W. Refer to Chapter 2, “OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware
Components” for more information.
IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) Support
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S and OmniSwitch 6450-U24S models provide support for IEEE 1588 Version 2
end-to-end transparent clocking.
IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) is used to synchronize clocks throughout a network. On a local
area network, it achieves clock accuracy in the sub-microsecond range, making it suitable for
measurement and control systems.
Note. PTP is supported on OmniSwitch 6450-P10S and OmniSwitch 6450-U24S models only. When PTP
mode is enabled, OmniSwitch 6450-U24S switches act as a standalone devices and cannot become part of
a stack. Refer to Chapter 2, “OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components” for more information.
Security Features
OmniSwitch 6450 switches offer extensive security features for network access control, policy
enforcement and attack containment, enabling fully secure networks and OmniVista Network
Management System (NMS) support.
OmniSwitch 6450 switches incorporate advanced Alcatel-Lucent Operating System (AOS) protocols to
ensure high availability for mission critical applications. Availability features are hardware- and softwarebased safeguards that help to prevent the loss of data flow in the unlikely event of a subsystem failure.
In addition, some availability features allow users to maintain or replace hardware components without
powering off the switch or interrupting switch operations. Combined, these features provide added
resiliency and help to ensure that the switch or virtual chassis is consistently available for high-impact
network operations.
Hardware-related availability features include:
•Software Rollback
•Hot Swapping
•Hardware Monitoring
Software Rollback
Software rollback (also referred to as image rollback) essentially allows the switch to return to a prior
“last known good” version of software in the event of a system software problem. The switch controls
software rollback through its resilient directory structure design (i.e., /flash/working and /flash/certified).
For detailed information on the software rollback feature, as well as the switch’s /flash/working and
/flash/certified directories, refer to the “Managing CMM Directory Content” chapter in the OmniSwitch
6250/6450 Switch Management Guide.
Hot Swapping
Hot swapping refers to the action of adding, removing, or rep lacing components without powering off
switches or disrupting other components.This feature facilitates hardware upgrades and maintenance and
allows users to easily replace components in the unlikely event of hardware failure.
The following components can be hot swapped:
•Switches (virtual NI modules) within a virtual chassis stack. Refer to “Hot-Swapping Modules In a
Stack” on page 5-25 for more information.
•1G uplink modules (“like” kinds only). Refer to “Swapping Expansion Modules” on page 5-3 for
more information.
•10G stacking modules (“like” kinds only). Refer to “Swapping Expansion Modules” on page 5-3 for
more information.
•Power supply connector cables
•Transceivers. Refer to Omn iSw itc h 6250/6450 Transceivers Guide for more information.
•Backup power supplies
Note. Backup power supplies are fully operational and may share the load with the primary power supply,
remaining operational in the event the primary power supply fails unexpectedly. If a failover occurs, the
backup power supply automatically takes up the full power load without disrupting the switch.
Automatic monitoring refers to the switch’s built-in sensors that automatically monitor operations. If an
error is detected (e.g., over-threshold temperature), the switch immediately sends a trap to the user. The
trap is displayed on the console in the form of a text error message.
LEDs
LEDs, which provide visual status information, are provided on the chassis front panel. LEDs are used to
indicate conditions such as hardware and software status, temperature errors, link integrity, data flow, etc.
For detailed LED descriptions, refer to Chapter 2, “OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware
Components.”
User-Driven Monitoring
User-driven hardware monitoring refers to CLI commands that are entered by the user in order to access
the current status of hardware components. The user enters “show” commands that output information to
the console. Monitoring information for chassis components, such as the optional back up power supply,
chassis temperature sensor, and chassis fans is provided in Chapter 2, “OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and
Hardware Components.” The show commands for all the features are described in detail in th e
OmniSwitch 6450 switches are available in the chassis configurations as shown in the table below:
OmniSwitch 6450-10(L)
(OS6450-10/OS6450-10L)
OmniSwitch 6450-P10(L)
(OS6450-P10/OS6450-P10L)
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S
(OS6450-P10S)
OmniSwitch 6450-24(L)
(OS6450-24/OS6450-24L)
OmniSwitch 6450-P24(L)
(OS6450-P24/OS6450-P24L)
OmniSwitch 6450-48(L)
(OS6450-48/OS6450-48L)
OmniSwitch 6450-P48(L)
(OS6450-P48/OS6450-P48L)
OmniSwitch 6450-U24
(OS6450-U24)
OmniSwitch 6450-U24S
(OS6450-U24S)
Ten port 10/100/1000BaseT model.
Available in 10/100 “L” model.
Ten port 10/100/1000BaseT Power Over Ethernet model.
Available in 10/100 “L” model.
Ten port 10/100/1000BaseT Power Over Ethernet model.
Provides ~75W PoH power on ports 1 through 4.
Provides support for additional features like IEEE 1588
Precision Time Protocol (PTP).
Twenty-four port 10/100/1000BaseT model.
Available in 10/100 “L” model.
Twenty-four port 10/100/1000BaseT Power Over Ethernet model.
Available in 10/100 “L” model.
Forty-eight port 10/100/1000BaseT model.
Available in 10/100 “L” model.
Forty-eight port 10/100/1000BaseT Power Over Ethernet model.
Available in 10/100 “L” model.
Twenty-two SFP ports, two (2) RJ45/SFP combo ports and two
(2) SFP+ fixed fiber ports.
Twenty-two SFP ports, two (2) RJ45/SFP combo ports and two
(2) SFP+ fixed fiber ports.
Provides support for additional features like IEEE 1588
Precision Time Protocol (PTP).
Note. The 10/100BaseT “L” models have the same hardware characteristics as the other models but can be
upgraded to support 10/100/1000BaseT via a software license upgrade.
This chapter includes detailed information on these chassis types. Topics include:
OmniSwitch 6450-10OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
A
C
D
E
F
G
B
OmniSwitch 6450-10
Chassis Features
System status LEDsInternal AC Power Supply
(8) Non-combo 10/100/1000Base-T portsConsole port (RJ-45)
(2) Non-combo 100/1000BaseX portsUSB port (USB 2.0)
(2) Combo 10/100/1000Base-T or
100/1000BaseX ports
Front Panel
Fanless design
OKPRIPWRSTK
12 34 56 789101112
ItemDescription
A
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware, software, and power.
B
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides access to the CLI for configuration and
management.
C
10/100/1000BaseT RJ-45 Ports
10/100/1000BaseT non-combo ports. Odd-numbered ports are on top row, even-numbered ports
are on bottom row.
D
10/100/1000BaseT or 100/1000BaseX SFP Combo Ports
Two 10/100/1000BaseT or SFP combo ports for various supported SFP transceivers.
E
SFP Uplink Ports
Two SFP ports to be used for uplinks.
F
G
USB Port
High speed USB 2.0 port.
Push Button
When pushed, all LEDs will turn off and the LED of the Stack ID will remain lit.
(Applies to 24- and 48-port switches.)
9
OmniSwitch 6450-10 Front Panel
OS6450-10
Console
USB12/STK B11/STK B109
Refer to “OmniSwitch 6450 LED Status” on page 2- 32 for LED status information.
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450-10
A
B
OmniSwitch 6450-10 Rear Panel
Note. The figure shows a pre-production version of the chassis without product, safety, and compliance
information labels. All production versions of the chassis have these labels.
OmniSwitch 6450-10 Rear Panel
ItemDescription
A
B
Power Supply Connector
Internal AC power supply.
Grounding Block
Type LCD8-10A-L grounding lug
OmniSwitch 6450-10 Internal AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelInternal AC Power Supply
Provides System Power ForOmniSwitch 6450-10
Input Voltage Range100-240 VAC
Rated Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Output Power30 W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC
Output Current2.5 A
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450-P10
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
OmniSwitch 6450-P10
Chassis Features
System status LEDsInternal AC Power Supply
(8) Non-combo 10/100/1000Base-T PoE portsConsole port (RJ-45)
(2) Non-combo 100/1000BaseX portsUSB port (USB 2.0)
(2) Combo 10/100/1000Base-T or
100/1000BaseX ports
Front Panel
Fanless design
OKPRIPWRSTK
12 34 56 789101112
ItemDescription
A
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware, software, and power.
B
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides access to the CLI for configuration and
management.
C
10/100/1000BaseT RJ-45 PoE Ports
10/100/1000BaseT non-combo ports. Odd-numbered ports are on top row, even-numbered ports
are on bottom row.
D
10/100/1000BaseT or 100/1000BaseX SFP Combo Ports
Two 10/100/1000BaseT or SFP combo ports for various supported SFP transceivers.
E
SFP Uplink Ports
Two SFP ports to be used for uplinks.
F
G
USB Port
High speed USB 2.0 port.
Push Button
When pushed, all LEDs will turn off and the LED of the Stack ID will remain lit. (Not currently
supported. Functionality scheduled for future release.)
9
OmniSwitch 6450-P10 Front Panel
OS6450-P10
Console
USB12/STK B11/STK B109
Refer to “OmniSwitch 6450 LED Status” on page 2- 32 for LED status information.
OmniSwitch 6450-P10OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
A
B
OmniSwitch 6450-P10 Rear Panel
Note. The figure shows a pre-production version of the chassis without product, safety, and compliance
information labels. All production versions of the chassis have these labels.
OmniSwitch 6450-P10 Rear Panel
ItemDescription
A
B
Power Supply Connector
Internal AC power supply.
Grounding Block
Type LCD8-10A-L grounding lug
OmniSwitch 6450-P10 Internal AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelInternal AC Power Supply
Provides System/PoE Power For OmniSwitch 6450-P10
Input Voltage Range115-230 VAC
Rated Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Maximum System Power30 W
Maximum PoE Power90 W
To tal Maximum Output Power120 W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC / 54.5 VDC
Output Current2.5 A / 1.65A
OmniSwitch 6450-P10SOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
B
F
H
I
E
G
CDA
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S
The OmniSwitch 6450-P10S is a standalone switch with eight (8) 10/100/1000 Base-T PoE ports and two
(2) fixed SFP ports. (Refer to the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 Transceivers Guide for SFP specifications and
compatibility information.)
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S switches support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP). For more
information, see page page 1-4.
All ports support IEEE 802.3af/802.3at.
PoE (four pair) ports 1-4 are compliant with the PoE portion of the Power over HD Base-T (PoH) standard
with a 280W PoE power budget. These ports are labeled “HPoE” on the chassis front panel.
PoE support of up to 30W per port is provided on PoE ports 5 through 8.
Note. The maximum PoE power budget available for all ports is 280W.
Front Panel
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S Front Panel
ItemDescription
A
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware and software.
B
PoH Port Status LEDs
Provides status on HPoE-capable (PoH) ports 1-4, including connectivity and link activity.
(These ports are labeled “HPoE” on the chassis front panel.)
C
Back-lit Power Status LED
Illuminates model name on chassis front panel to indicate “power on” status.
D
E
PoE Port Status LEDs
Provides status on PoE ports 5-8, including connectivity and link activity.
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides console access to the CLI for
configuration and management.
OmniSwitch 6450-P10SOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
OmniSwitch 6450-P10S Specifications
Chassis Width8.50 inches (21.5 cm)
Chassis Height1.73 inches (4.40 cm) (1 RU)
Chassis Depth11.50 inches (29.21 cm)
Chassis Weight5.14 lbs (2.33 kg)
Maximum System Power40 W
Maximum PoE Power280 W
Maximum Output Power320 W
PoE/PoH Support Per Port *Max. ~75W PoH ports 1 through 4
Max. 30W PoE ports 5 through 5
Operating Humidity5% to 95%
Storage Humidity5% to 95%
Operating Temperature0°C to +45°C (+32°F to +113°F)
Storage Temperature-40°C to +75°C (-40°F to +167°F)
* The maximum PoE power budget available for all ports is 28 0W.
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450-24
CB
A
D
E
F
G
OmniSwitch 6450-24
Chassis Features
System status LEDsInternal AC Power Supply
(24) Non-combo 10/100/1000Base-T portsConsole port (RJ-45)
(2) Non-combo SFP/SFP+ portsUSB port (USB 2.0)
Expansion ModuleStacking LED
Front Panel
OmniSwitch 6450-24 Front Panel
ItemDescription
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Refer to “OmniSwitch 6450 LED Status” on page 2- 32 for LED status information.
Stacking LED
Displays the chassis stack ID.
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides access to the CLI for configuration and
management.
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware, software, and power.
10/100/1000BaseT RJ-45 Ports
10/100/1000BaseT non-combo ports. Odd-numbered ports are on top row, even-numbered ports
are on bottom row.
OmniSwitch 6450-24OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
A
D
BC
OmniSwitch 6450-24 Rear Panel
Note. The figure shows a pre-production version of the chassis without product, safety, and compliance
information labels. All production versions of the chassis have these labels.
OmniSwitch 6450-24 Rear Panel
ItemDescription
A
Grounding Block
Type LCD8-10A-L grounding lug
B
Power Supply Connector
Internal AC power supply
C
D
Internal Backup Power Supply Slot
Expansion Module Slot
OmniSwitch 6450-24 Internal AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelInternal AC Power Supply
Provides System Power ForOmniSwitch 6450-24
Input Voltage Range100-240 VAC
Rated Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Output Power65 W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC
Output Current5.4 A
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450-P24
A
D
BC
OmniSwitch 6450-P24 Rear Panel
Note. The figure shows a pre-production version of the chassis without product, safety, and compliance
information labels. All production versions of the chassis have these labels.
OmniSwitch 6450-P24 Rear Panel
ItemDescription
A
Grounding Block
Type LCD8-10A-L grounding lug
B
Power Supply Connector
Internal AC power supply.
C
D
External Backup or PoE Power Supply Connector
Expansion Module Slot
OmniSwitch 6450-P24 Internal AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelInternal AC Power Supply
Provides System/PoE Power For OmniSwitch 6450-P24
Input Voltage Range100-240 VAC
Rated Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Maximum System Power120 W
Maximum PoE Power410 W
Maximum Output Power530 W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC / 54.5 VDC
Output Current10.0 A / 7.6 A
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450-48
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OmniSwitch 6450-48
Chassis Features
System status LEDsInternal AC Power Supply
(48) Non-combo 10/100/1000Base-T portsConsole port (RJ-45)
(2) Non-combo SFP/SFP+ portsUSB port (USB 2.0)
Expansion ModuleStacking LED
Front Panel
OmniSwitch 6450-48 Front Panel
ItemDescription
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Refer to “OmniSwitch 6450 LED Status” on page 2- 32 for LED status information.
Stacking LED
Displays the chassis stack ID.
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides access to the CLI for configuration and
management.
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware, software, and power.
10/100/1000BaseT RJ-45 Ports
10/100/1000BaseT non-combo ports. Odd-numbered ports are on top row, even-numbered ports
are on bottom row.
OmniSwitch 6450-48OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
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D
BC
OmniSwitch 6450-48 Rear Panel
Note. The figure shows a pre-production version of the chassis without product, safety, and compliance
information labels. All production versions of the chassis have these labels.
OmniSwitch 6450-48 Rear Panel
ItemDescription
A
Grounding Block
Type LCD8-10A-L grounding lug
B
Power Supply Connector
Internal AC power supply
C
D
Internal Backup Power Supply Slot
Expansion Module Slot
OmniSwitch 6450-48 Internal AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelInternal AC Power Supply
Provides System Power ForOmniSwitch 6450-48
Input Voltage Range100-240 VAC
Rated Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Output Power90 W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC
Output Current7.5 A
OmniSwitch 6450-P48OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
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F
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OmniSwitch 6450-P48
Chassis Features
System status LEDsBackup Power Supply (BPS) Connector
(48) Non-combo 10/100/1000Base-T PoE portsConsole port (RJ-45)
(2) Non-combo SFP/SFP+ portsUSB port (USB 2.0)
Expansion ModuleStacking LED
Internal AC Power Supply
Front Panel
OmniSwitch 6450-P48 Front Panel
ItemDescription
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Refer to “OmniSwitch 6450 LED Status” on page 2- 32 for LED status information.
Stacking LED
Displays the chassis stack ID.
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides access to the CLI for configuration and
management.
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware, software, and power.
10/100/1000BaseT RJ-45 PoE Ports
10/100/1000BaseT non-combo ports. Odd-numbered ports are on top row, even-numbered ports
are on bottom row.
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450-P48
A
D
BC
OmniSwitch 6450-P48 Rear Panel
Note. The figure shows a pre-production version of the chassis without product, safety, and compliance
information labels. All production versions of the chassis have these labels.
OmniSwitch 6450-P48 Rear Panel
ItemDescription
A
Grounding Block
Type LCD8-10A-L grounding lug
B
Power Supply Connector
Internal AC power supply.
C
D
External Backup or PoE Power Supply Connector
Expansion Module Slot
OmniSwitch 6450-P48 Internal AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelInternal AC Power Supply
Provides System/PoE Power For OmniSwitch 6450-P48
Input Voltage Range100-240 VAC
Rated Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Maximum System Power120 W
Maximum PoE Power780 W
Maximum Output Power900 W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC / 54.5 VDC
Output Current10.5 A / 14.3 A
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450-U24
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OmniSwitch 6450-U24
Chassis Features
System status LEDsInternal AC Power Supply
(22) Non-combo SFP portsConsole port (RJ-45)
(2) Combo 10/100/1000BaseT or SFPUSB port (USB 2.0)
(2) Non-combo SFP/SFP+ portsStacking LED
Expansion Module
Front Panel
OmniSwitch 6450-U24 Front Panel
ItemDescription
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Refer to “OmniSwitch 6450 LED Status” on page 2- 32 for LED status information.
Stacking LED
Displays the chassis stack ID.
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides access to th e CLI for
configuration and management.
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware, software, and power.
100/1000 Base-X SFP Ports
22 100/1000 Base-X SFP ports, 2 combo ports configurable to be
10/100/1000 BaseT or 100/1000 Base-X.
OmniSwitch 6450-U24OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
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D
BC
OmniSwitch 6450-U24 Rear Panel
Note. The figure shows a pre-production version of the chassis without product, safety, and compliance
information labels. All production versions of the chassis have these labels.
OmniSwitch 6450-U24 Rear Panel
ItemDescription
A
Grounding Block
Type LCD8-10A-L grounding lug
B
Power Supply Connector
Internal AC power supply.
C
D
Internal Backup Power Supply Slot
Expansion Module Slot
OmniSwitch 6450-U24 Internal AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelInternal AC Power Supply
Provides System Power ForOmniSwitch 6450-U24
Input Voltage Range100-240 VAC
Rated Frequency50 to 60 Hz
Maximum Output Power90 W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC
Output Current7.5 A
OmniSwitch 6450-U24SOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
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OmniSwitch 6450-U24S
The OmniSwitch 6450-U24S provides 22 SFP ports, two (2) RJ45/SFP combo ports, two (2) fixed SFP+
ports and a slot (located on the rear panel) for two (2) optional SFP+ stacking/expansion ports. (Refer to
the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 Transceivers Guide for SFP specifications and compatibility information.)
OmniSwitch 6450-U24S switches support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP). (PTP is supported
on front panel ports only; PTP is not supported on rear panel expansion mod ules. For more information on
PTP support, refer to page 1-4.)
Note. When PTP is disabled, the OmniSwitch 6450-U24S may be stacked with other stackable OS6450
models. When PTP is enabled, stacking is not supported and the switch operates as a standalone unit.
Front Panel
OmniSwitch 6450-U24S Front Panel
ItemDescription
A
Stacking LED
Displays the chassis stack ID.
B
Back-lit Power Status LED
Illuminates model name on chassis front panel to indicate “power on” status.
C
Console Port
RS-232 console port with an RJ-45 connector. Provides console access to the CLI for
configuration and management.
D
System Status LEDs
Provides status on hardware and software.
E
Port Status LEDs
Provides status on connectivity and link activity for the switch’s 22 SFP ports and two (2)
RJ45/SFP ports.
F
RJ45/SFP Combo Ports
Port numbers 23 and 24.
G
SFP+ Port LEDs
Displays link status for front panel fixed SFP+ ports.
H
SFP+ Stacking/Expansion Module Port Status LEDs
Displays link status for rear panel SFP+ stacking/expansion ports.
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsExpansion Modules
A
B
A
B
Expansion Modules
OS6450-GNI-C2
The OS6450-GNI-C2 is an optional uplink module that supports two RJ45 Gigabit ports. The module
inserts into the expansion slot at the rear of 24- and 48-port OS6450 switches,
ItemDescription
A
B
Captive Screws
RJ45 Ports
OS6450-GNI-U2
The OS6450-GNI-U2 is an optional uplink module that supports two SFP Gigabit transceivers. The
module inserts into the expansion slot at the rear of 24- and 48-port OS6450 switches,
Expansion ModulesOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
A
B
OS6450-XNI-U2
The OS6450-XNI-U2 is an optional 10 Gigabit stacking module that supports two SFP+ 10 Gigabit ports.
The module inserts into the expansion slot at the rear of 24- and 48-port OS6450 switches.
Note. Uplink mode is not supported on OS6450-XNI-U2 stacking modules.
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsOmniSwitch 6450 Internal Backup Power Supplies
OmniSwitch 6450 Internal Backup Power Supplies
Backup power supplies are fully operational and may share the load with the primary power supply,
remaining operational in the event the primary power supply fails unexpectedly. If a failover occurs, the
backup power supply automatically takes up the full power load without disrupting the switch.
PS-90W-AC 90W AC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelPS-90W-AC (Marketing Number OS6450-BP)
Platform(s) SupportedOmniSwitch 6450-2 4, Om niSwitch 6450-48 or
OmniSwitch 6450-U24
InstallationInserts into backup power supply bay at rear of chassis
Input Voltage Range90-264 VAC
Rated Frequency47 to 63 Hz
Maximum Output Power90W
Output Voltage12.0 VDC
Output Current7.5 A
PS-90W-DC 90W DC Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelPS-90W-DC (Marketing Number OS6450-BP-D)
InstallationInserts into backup power supply bay at rear of chassis
ProvidesDC power for one non-PoE switch (OmniSwitch 6450-24,
OmniSwitch 6450-48 or OmniSwitch 6450-U2 4)
VDC Range-48 to -60 VDC, maximum
Output Rating12V 11.40V to12.60V 0A 7.5 A 7.5 A A 90 W
Note: PS-90W-DC power supply has Input Marking as 36-75VDC. Please note that 36-75VDC is without
any tolerance. Please operate this power supply from the range of -48 to -60 VDC (nominal voltage).
OmniSwitch 6450 External Backup Power SuppliesOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
OmniSwitch 6450 External Backup Power Supplies
Backup power supplies are fully operational and may share the load with the primary power supply,
remaining operational in the event the primary power supply fails unexpectedly. If a failover occurs, the
backup power supply automatically takes up the full power load without disrupting the switch.
PS-550W-AC-P External 550W AC PoE Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelPS-550W-AC-P (M arke tin g Nu mber OS6450-BP-PH)
Platform(s) SupportedOmniSwitch 6450-P24 backup power for system and PoE
InstallationRack mounts above or below chassis for a 2RU configuration
Maximum System Output Power 140 W
Maximum PoE Output Power410 W
Input Voltage Range100-240 VAC
Rated Frequency47 to 63 Hz
Output Voltage12.0 VDC / 54.5 VDC
Output Current12.5 A / 7.34 A
PS-900AC-P External 900W AC PoE Power Supply
P/S ComponentDescription
ModelPS-900AC-P (Marketing Number OS6450-BP-PX)
Platform(s) SupportedOmniSwitch 6450-P48 backup power for system and PoE
InstallationRack mounts above or below chassis for a 2RU configuration
Input Voltage Range90 to 265 VAC
Rated Frequency47 to 63 Hz
Maximum PoE Output Power780 W
Maximum System Output Power 126 W
PoE Output Voltage-54.5 VDC
PoE Output Current14.3 A
System Output Voltage12.0 VDC
System Output Current10.5 A
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsInstalling Expansion Modules
Alignment groove
Installing Expansion Modules
The expansion module slot is located at the right-hand side of the chassis rear panel. Refer to the rear
panel diagrams in the sections above for additional information.
1 If a blank cover plate is in place over the expansion module slot, remove the cover plate by loosening
the two screws at the left and right sides of the cover plate. Store the cover plate for future use.
2 Insert the module circuit board into the grooves at the left side of the expansion module slot. This
groove will ensure that the expansion module and backplane connectors are properly aligned.
3 Once the module circuit board is inse rted in the grooves, slide the module back until the backplane
connectors are fully seated and the module front plate is flush with the front panel of the chassis.
Installing Expansion ModulesOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
4 When the module is seated in the chassis slot, hand tighten the thumb screws at the left and right sides
of the module’s front plate.
5 Install transceivers and connec t network cables as required. Refer to the OmniSwitch 6250/6450
Transceivers Guide for additional information.
Note. If installing the OS6450-XNI-U2 stacking module, refer to the Chapter 6, “Managing OmniSwitch
6450 Stacks” for information on stacking cable requirements.
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsRemoving Expansion Modules
Removing Expansion Modules
1 If applicable, remove any attached network cables from the module.
2 Loosen the thumb screws at the left and right sides of the module’s front plate.
3 When the thumb screws are loosened and the module front plate is free from the chassis, grasp the
thumbscrews and pull the module straight out of the chassis. Store the module in a static-free environment
(e.g., an anti-static bag).
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsAC Power Cords
Power Cord TypesUser Side Connectors
North AmericaNEMA 5-15-P
United Kingdom / IrelandBS 1363 UK
EuropeCEE 7/7
JapanJIS 8303
AustraliaAS 3112
IndiaBS 546
ItalyCIE 23-16
Switzerland / LiechtensteinSEV 1011
Denmark / GreenlandSRAF 1962 / DB 16/87
ArgentinaA-10
IEC-60320-C13
AC Power Cords
Since the power cord is the switch’s only disconnect device, it should be plugged into an easily accessible
outlet. In the event that your power cord is lost or damaged, refer to the specifications below.
Specifications
The power cord included with this product contains three (3) in sulated #18AWG stranded copper wires
and is rated between 85-265 VAC (region dependent), 10 amps with a nominal length of 2 meters. The
female end terminates in an IEC-60320-C13 attachment plug and the male end termination varies
dependent upon region, as listed below.
European cords must be Harmonized (HAR) type. Refer to the information below for power plug types
by region:
Console PortOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
Console Port
The console port, located on the chassis front panel, provides a console connection to the switch and is
required when logging into the switc h for the first time. By default, this RJ-45 connector provides a DTE
console connection.
Serial Connection Default Settings
The factory default settings for the serial connection are as follows:
The OmniSwitch is designed to operate within a specified operating temperature as noted under the
specifications section. However, in the event that the normal operating temperature of the switch is
exceeded, the following will occur:
•Upon crossing the configured Upper Threshold, a trap will be sent. (See the OmniSwitch 6250/6450
Network Configuration Guide for information on configuring switch thresholds.)
If the temperature continues to rise and reaches the Danger Threshold, the following will occur:
•OK LED will display solid Amber.
•The switch will automatically shutdown
•Once the temperature drops to an acceptable operating level, the switch will automatically restart.
Check the following if an overtemp condition exists:
•Verify that the switch is installed properly in an environment that adheres to the installation
instructions in the following chapters.
•Verify proper airflow to the chassis.
•Time of the failure
Use the snmp station command and refer to the SNMP Configuration chapter for information on
configuring an SNMP station.
OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware ComponentsDying Gasp
Dying Gasp
If the switch loses all power it will maintain power long enough to send a Dying Gasp message before
completely shutting down. An SNMP trap, Syslog message and Link OAM PDUs will be generated.
Scenarios
A Dying Gasp event will be generated in the following scenarios:
•Primary power supply failure (if only power supply present).
•Primary power supply failure and then backup power supply failure.
•Backup power supply failure and then primary power supply failure.
•When a reload command is issued.
•When a takeover command is issued.
Note. Dying gasp will not work when both primary and backup power supplies fail simultaneously.
Connect each power supply to a separate independent power source to avoid simultaneous power failures.
SNMP Trap
As soon as the power failure is detected, an SNMP trap is se nt to the first three configured SNMP stations.
The trap includes the follow ing information:
•Slot number
•Power supply type (primary/backup)
•Time of the failure
Use the snmp station command and refer to the SNMP Configuration chapter for information on
configuring an SNMP station.
Syslog Message
As soon as the power failure is detected, the following Syslog message is sent to the first four configured
Syslog servers, along with the time of the failure:
Dying Gasp Power Failure Event Occurred
Use the swlog output socket command to add a Syslog station. Refer to the Using Switch Logging
Configuration chapter in the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 Network Configuration Guide for information on
Dying GaspOmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components
Link OAM PDU
As soon as the power failure is detected an 802.3ah OAM Information PDU is sent to all ports for which
link OAM is enabled and the LinkOAM port statu s is operational. The PDU will have the Dying Gasp bit
set.
Use the efm-oam and efm-oam port propagate-events commands to enable the generation of an
802.3ah OAM Information PDU upon a dying gasp event:
-> efm-oam enable
-> efm-oam port 2/1-10 propagate-events dying-gasp enable
Link OAM PDU Priority
It may not be possible to generate PDUs on all ports enabled for link OAM. Dying gasp packets will be
sent in the following order based on port priority:
This chapter covers different mounting and installation options. OmniSwitch 6450 switches may be either
table- or rack-mounted. 24- and 48-port OmniSwitch 6450 swit ches are rack mounted using factoryinstalled rack mount flanges. 10-port (1/2 width) switches may be rack mounted using available rack
mounting kits. Refer to “Available 10-Port Rack-Mounting Kits” on page 3-5 for details.
Anti-Static Warning. Before handling any components, free yourself of static by wearing a grounding
strap or by grounding yourself properly. Static discharge can damage the switch and related components.
General Installation RecommendationsMounting OmniSwitch 6450 Switches
6 inches minimum at
front of chassis.
2 inches minimum at
left and right sides.
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6 inches minimum at
rear of chassis.
General Installation Recommendations
Airflow Recommendations
To ensure proper airflow, be sure that your switch is pl aced i n a wel l-ventilated area and provide minimum
recommended clearance at the front, back and sides of the switch, as shown below. Restricted airflow can
cause your switch to overheat, which can lead to switch failure.
Note. Clearance is not required at the top and bottom of the chassis. Clearance recommendations at the
front and rear of chassis are for access to cabling and components only and are not intended as a specific
airflow requirement.
Reduced Air Flow
Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe
operation of the equipment is not compromised.
Elevated Operating Ambient Temperatures
If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack
environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the
equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the
manufacturer.
Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to
uneven mechanical loading.
Circuit Overloading
Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that
overloading of the circuit might have on overcurrent protectio n and suppl y wi ring. Appropriate
consideration of equipment nameplate ratin gs should be used when addressing this concern.
Reliable Earthing
Reliable earthing of rack-mount equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to
supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).
Table-Mounting OS6450 Switches
General Table-Mounting Guidelines
OmniSwitch 6450 switches can be installed freestanding as tabletop-mounted units. If you will be tablemounting your switch(es), refer to the important guidelines below before installing.
•When choosing a location for the switch, be sure that adequate clearance has been provided for chassis
airflow and access to the front, back, and sides of the chassis. For recommended clearances, refer to
“Airflow Recommendations” on page 3-2.
•The power cord measures two (2) meters (approximately 6.5 feet) in length. When table mounting the
switch, be sure that the mounting location is within the reach of all the required power sources.
Table-Mounting Installation
1 Locate the four indentations on the bottom of the chassis.
2 Using the adhesive on the rubb er feet attach them to the indentations, pressing firmly to ensure they are
properly adhered.
Place the chassis on the table as desired.
The following kits are available for rack mounting 10-port (1/2 width) OmniSwitch 6450 switches.
Note. Some factory-installed screws may need to be removed prior to mounting, depending on the kit
being used.
Available 10-Port Rack-Mounting Kits
KitDescription
OS6450-RM-19-LSimple L-bracket for mounting one OS6450-10 or OS6450-P10 unit in a
19" rack. See page 3-6 for installation instructions.
OS6450-DUAL-MNTTwo universal mounting and sliding brackets for mounting two OS6450-10
or OS6450-P10 units in a 19" rack. See page 3-6 for installation instructions.
Note. For information on rack mounting full width 24- and 48-port OS6450 switches, refer to
“Rack-Mounting 24 and 48-Port OS6450 Switches” on page 3-10.
General Rack-Mounting Guidelines
If you will be rack-mounting your switch(es), refer to the important guidelines below before installing.
•It is recommended that two people install the switch assembly on the rack—one person to hold the
chassis and position it on the rack, and a second person to secure the chassis to the rack using
attachment screws. (Please note that Alcatel-Lucent does not provide rack-mount screws. Use the
screws supplied by the rack vendor.)
•To prevent a rack from becoming top heavy, it is recommended that you install heavier equipment at
the bottom of the rack, whenever possible.
•Reviewpage 3-2for recommended chassis clearances before installing.
•If you are installing the switch on a relay rack, be sure to install and secure the rack per the rack
Installing Available Rack Mounting KitsMounting OmniSwitch 6450 Switches
When rack mounting, a clearance of 0.875 inches is recommended above the chassis.
No minimum clearance is required below the chassis
assembly. However, be sure that the bottom of the chassis
is not in direct contact with any equipment below.
Installing Available Rack Mounting Kits
Note. Some factory-installed screws may need to be removed prior to mounting, depending on the kit
being used.
Installing the OS6450-RM-19-L Rack Mount Kit
A single chassis can also be mounted into a standard 19-inch rack using L-brackets, as shown in the figure
below.
1 Attach rack mount brackets to both sides of the front of the chassis.The long and short bracket can be
mounted on either side of the chassis.
2 Align the holes in the flanges with the rack holes and insert rack moun t screws (not provided) through
the bottom hole of each flange and then the top of each flange. Tighten both screws until they are secure
Mounting OmniSwitch 6450 SwitchesInstalling Available Rack Mounting Kits
When rack mounting, a clearance of
0.875 inches is recommended above
the chassis.
No minimum clearance is required below the chassis
assembly. However, be sure that the bottom of the chassis
is not in direct contact with any equipment below.
6 Align the holes in the flanges with the rack holes and insert rack moun t screws (not provided) through
the bottom hole of each flange and then the top of each flange. Tighten both screws until they are secure.
Rack-Mounting 24 and 48-Port OS6450 SwitchesMounting OmniSwitch 6450 Switches
Rack-Mounting 24 and 48-Port OS6450 Switches
Note. For information on rack mounting half width 10-port OS6450 switches, refer to “Rack-Mounting
10-Port OS6450 Switches” on page 3-5.
Refer to the important guidelines below before installing the OmniSwitch 6450 chassis on a rack.
Note. When rack mounting multiple switches in a stacked configuration, be sure to place all switches in
vertically-adjacent rack positions. This will ensure that all required stacking cables will have adequate
length for the installation.
•It is recommended that two people install the switch on the rack—one person to hold the chassis and
position it on the rack, and a second person to secure the chassis to the rack using attachment screws
(not supplied).
•Alcatel-Lucent provides two rack-mount flanges with each OmniSwitch 6450 switch. These flanges
support standard 19-inch rack-mount installations. These flanges must be attached to the chassis before
the switch can be rack mounted.
Note. If you are installing the switch in a 23-inch-wide rack, Alcatel-Lucent offers optional 23-inch rackmounting hardware. For more information, contact your Alcatel-Lucent representative.
•Alcatel-Lucent does not provide rack-mount screws. Use the screws supplied by the rack vendor.
•To prevent a rack from becoming top heavy, it is recommended that you install heavier equipment at
the bottom of the rack, whenever possible.
•If you are installing the switch on a relay rack, be sure to install and secure the rack per the rack manu-
facturer’s specifications.
•Review “Airflow Recommendations” on page 3-2 for important chassis airflow and access recommen-
Mounting OmniSwitch 6450 SwitchesRack-Mounting 24 and 48-Port OS6450 Switches
Rack Mounting Steps
1 Attach rack mount brackets to both sides of the chassis as shown.
2 Mark the holes on the rack where the switch is to be installed.
3 Lift and position the switch until the rack-mount brackets are flush with the rack post, then align the
holes in the brackets with the rack holes that were marked at step 1.
4 Once the holes are aligned, insert a rack mount screw (not provided) through the bottom hole of each
bracket. Tighten both screws until they are secure.
Note. Be sure to install the screws in the bottom hole of each bracket, as shown, before proceeding.
Mounting OmniSwitch 6450 SwitchesInstalling External PoE Power Supplies
Captive Screws
Installing External PoE Power Supplies
The following external power supplies provided PoE and backup system power for OmniSwitch 6450
PoE-ready switches:
•PS-550W-AC-P (OS6450-P24)
•PS-900AC-P (OS6450-P48)
These power supplies may be rack mounted above or below the chassis for a 2RU configuration. The
following sections describe how to rack-mount a power supply shelf and connect the power supply to the
chassis with a cable.
Rack Mounting Power Supplies
1 Align the threaded holes in the provided rack-mount flanges with the two holes in the power supply
shelf. These holes are located on the left and right sides of the shelf.
2 Attach the flanges to the chassis using the provided Phillips-head screws. The screws slide through the
non-threaded holes from the inside of the power supply shelf and are then attached to the mounting brackets using the threaded holes. Be sure to tighten each of the screws firmly using a Phillips screwdriver.
3 Carefully slide the power supply on to the power shelf and secure the power supply to the shelf using
the captive screws.
4 After the rack-mount flanges and the power supply are secured to the shelf, mark the holes on the rack
Installing External PoE Power SuppliesMounting OmniSwitch 6450 Switches
Chassis Connector
Power Supply Connector
5 Lift and position the shelf until the rack-mount flanges are flush with the rack post.
6 Align the holes in the flanges with the rack holes that were marked earlier.
7 Once the holes are aligned, insert a rack mount screw (not provided) through the bottom hole of each
flange. Tighten both screws until they are secure.
Note. Be sure to install the screws in the bottom hole of each flange, as shown, before proceeding.
8 Once the screws at the bottom of each flange are secure, install the remaining two rack mount screws.
Be sure that all screws are securely tightened.
Connecting the Power Supply Cable
Follow the steps below to connect a power supply with a cable:
1 Be sure the switch and power shelf are securely fastened to the rack.
2 Connect the proper end of the supplied power supply cable to the appropriately labeled connector at the
rear of the chassis and tighten securely.
3 Connect the other end of the power supply cable to the power supply and securely tighten.
Mounting OmniSwitch 6450 SwitchesConnecting Chassis to Power Source
MIN 1 TURN PER 1.5
HALF TURN PER .75
DC Power Supply Considerations
DC power supplies have the following additional considerations:
•Connect to a -48V or -60V reliably grounded DC SELV source.
•Use common DC return connections for the DC power supplies. The DC return terminal conductor
•should be connected to the equipment frame.
•The Branch Circuit Overcurrent Protection must be rated a Maximum of 15A.
•Use 12AWG solid conductors only.
•A readily accessible disconnect device that is suitably approved and rated shall be incorporated in the
field wiring.
Twisted pair wire (red and black) for a DC power supply
Connecting Chassis to Power Source
AC Power Supply Connections
Since the power cord is the switch’s only disconnect device, it should be plugged into an easily accessible
outlet. In the event that your power cord is lost or damaged, refer to the specifications below.
Powering On a Chassis
Follow the steps below to power on the chassis using and AC po wer source:
1 Connect the IEC-60320-C15 end of the supplied power cord to the chassis.
2 Connect power supply to AC power source.
3 Monitor the chassis as it boots.
For information on booting stand-alone switches and switches in stacked configurations, refer to the
sections below.
Booting an OmniSwitch
The switch does not use an on/off switch. The power cord is the switch’s only connect/disconnect device.
The power connector socket is located on the power supply rear panel. For more information, refer to
“OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components” on page 2-1.
To boot the switch, plug the power cord into an easily-accessible power source, such as a grounded AC
outlet or an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
The switch immediately begins the boot process. Allow a few moments for the switch to boot co mpletely,
then verify the status of all LEDs on the switch’s front panel. A successful boot disp lays the following
LED states:
LED States for a Stand-Alone Switch
OKSolid green or blinking amber
PRISolid green
STKOff or solid amber
PWRSolid Green
LED States for a Stacked Switch
OKSolid green or blinking amber
PRISolid green (Primary); Amber (Secondary); Off (Idle)
STKGreen
PWRSolid Green
If any of the LED state differs from the states shown in the table above, refer topage 2-5for more
information. Contact Alcatel-Lucent Customer Support if the LED state persists.
For information on logging in and configuring your switch, refer to the OmniSwitch 6450 Getting Started Guide.
The console port, located on the chassis front panel, provides a console connection to the switch and is
required when logging into the switc h for the first time. By default, this RJ-45 connector provides a DTE
console connection.
Serial Connection Default Settings
The factory default settings for the serial connection are as follows:
The switch’s serial connection defaults are listed above. If you wish to modify the default serial connection
settings (i.e., baud rate, parity, data bits, and stop bits), refer to the following steps:
Note. You must be connected to the switch via the console port before attempting to change serial
connection settings. Otherwise, an error message will display.
For switches in a stacked configuration, all changes must be configured before the switches are cabled
together. In other words, you must configure these settings when each switch is operating as a stand-alone
unit.
1 Enter the modify boot parameters command at the CLI prompt. The boot prompt displays:
Boot >
2 To change the baud rate, enter boot serialbaudrate, followed by the desired baud rate va lue . Opt io ns
include 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 19200, 38 400, 57600, 76800, and 115200. For example:
Boot > boot serialbaudrate 19200
Note. Setting the console port to speeds above 9600 baud can cause problems with Zmodem uploads.
3 To change the parity value, enter boot serialparity, followed by the desired parity value. Options
include none (default), even, and odd. For example:
Boot > boot serialparity even
4 To change the data bits (i.e., word size) value , enter boot serialwordsize, followed by the number of
data bits. Options include 7 and 8 (default). For example:
5 To change the stop bits value, enter boot serialstopbits, followed by the number of stop bits. Options
include 1 (default) and 2. For example:
Boot > boot serialstopbits 2
6 Verify your current changes by entering show at the boot prompt:
Boot > show
Edit buffer contents:
Serial (console) baud : 19200
Serial (console) parity : even
Serial (console) stopbits : 2
Serial (console) wordsize : 7
(additional table output not shown)
7 You can save your changes to the boot.params file by entering commit file at the boot prompt:
Boot > commit file
When the commit file command is used, changes will not be enabled until after the next switch reboot.
8 You can also save your changes in real time to the switch’s running memory by entering commit
system at the boot prompt:
Boot > commit system
Caution. There are two important things to consider when using the commit system command to save
serial connection changes:
•Output to the terminal may become illegible due to incomp at ibl e serial connection settings between the
switch and the terminal emulation software.
•If you use the commit system command only, changes will not be saved to the switch’s boot.params
file and will be lost if the switch is rebooted. To save changes to the boot.params file, refer to step 7.
9 Return to the CLI prompt by entering exit at the boot prompt.
Monitoring the ChassisBooting OmniSwitch 6450 Switches
Monitoring the Chassis
The OmniSwitch can be monitored and managed via the console port using Command Line Interface
(CLI) commands. The switches can also be monitored and managed via the Ethernet using CLI
commands, WebView, SNMP, and OmniVista.
The section below provides some examples of useful hard ware-related monitoring CLI commands. Refer
to the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 CLI Reference Guide for detailed information on all management and
monitoring commands used with the OmniSwitch.
Checking the Overall Chassis Status
To check the overall status of a chassis, including the chassis type, and current administrative and
operational status, use the show chassis command. For example:
-> show chassis
Chassis 1
Model Name: 6450 10 PORT COPPER GE,
Description: Virtual Chassis,
Part Number: 903005-90,
Hardware Revision: 03,
Serial Number: M338153P,
Manufacture Date: AUG 13 2011,
Admin Status: POWER ON,
Operational Status: UP,
Number Of Resets: 4
MAC Address: e8:e7:32:12:e6:6e,
For a complete list of output definitions for this command, refer to the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 CLI
Reference Guide.
Checking the Temperature Status
To check chassis temperature status, including the current temperature and configured threshold values,
use the show temperature command. For example:
-> show temperature
Temperature for chassis 1
Hardware Board Temperature (deg C) = 54,
Temperature Upper Threshold Range (deg C) = 0 to 85,
Temperature Upper Threshold (deg C) = 81,
Temperature Status = UNDER THRESHOLD,
Temperature Danger Threshold (deg C) = 85
For a complete list of output definitions for this command, refer to the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 CLI
Reference Guide.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) is supported on OmniSwitch 6450 switches and provides inline power directly
from the switch’s Ethernet ports. Powered Devices (PDs) such as IP phones and wireless APs can be
powered directly from the switch’s RJ-45 ports.
As the feature reduces devices’ dependence on conventional power sources, PoE eliminates many
restrictions that traditional electrical considerations have imposed on networks.
In a PoE configuration, Power Source Equipment (PSE) detects the presence of a PD and provides an
electrical current that is conducted along the data cable. The PD operates using the power received via the
Ethernet data cable; no connection to an additional power source (e.g., an AC wall socket) is required.
Note on Terminology. There are several general terms used to describe this feature. The terms Power
over Ethernet (PoE), LAN Power, Power over LAN (PoL), Power on LAN (PoL), and Inline Power are
synonymous terms used to describe the powering of attached devices through Ethernet ports. This
documentation refers to the feature as Power over Ethernet (PoE) and related CLI commands use the
syntax, lanpower.
Additional terms, such as Powered Device (PD) and Power Source Equipment (PSE) are terms that are not
synonymous, but are directly related to PoE.
•PD refers to any attached device that uses a PoE data cable as its only source of power. Examples
include access points such as IP telephones, Ethernet hubs, wireless LAN stations, and so on.
•PSE refers to the actual hardware source of the electrical current for PoE.
As the OmniSwitch 6450 switches fully support Ethernet connectiv it y, you may also attach non-PD
equipment, such as computer worksta tions, printers, servers, etc. to PoE ports. See Chapter 2,
“OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components,” for more information on the OmniSwitch 6450
chassis.
Important. Alcatel-Lucent recommends that PoE-enabled switches with attached IP telephones should
have operational power supply redundancy at all times for 911 emergency requirements. In addition, both
the switch and the power supply should be plugged into an Uninterruptible Power Source (UPS).
This chapter provides specifications and descriptions of hardware and software used to provide PoE for
attached devices.
The chapter also provides information on configuring PoE settings on the switch through the Command
Line Interface (CLI). CLI commands are used in the configuration examples; for more details about the
syntax of commands, see the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 CLI Reference Guide. Topics and configuration
procedures described in this chapter include:
•Power over Ethernet Specifications on page 5-3
•Viewing Power Status on page 5-4
•Configuring Power over Ethernet Parameters on page 5-4
•Understanding Priority Disconnect on page 5-8
•Monitoring Power over Ethernet via the CLI on page 5-10
Note. You can also monitor all chassis components and manage many chassis features, including Power
over Ethernet, with WebView, Alcatel-Lucent’s embedded web-based device management application.
WebView is an interactive and easy-to-use GUI that can be launched from the OmniVista or a web
browser. Please refer to WebView’s Online Documentation for more information.
The table below lists general specifications for Alcatel-Lucent’s Power over Ethernet support. For more
detailed power supply and Power Source Equipment (PSE) specifications, refer to Chapter 2,
“OmniSwitch 6450 Chassis and Hardware Components.”
IEEE Standards supported*
Default PoE administrative statusEnabled
Default PoE operational statusDisabled (PoE must be activated on a switch-
* For OS6450-P10S switches, PoE support of up to ~75W per port is provided on ports 1 through 4.
These ports are labeled “HPoE” on the chassis front panel. HPoE at ~75W per port must be enabled via
the lanpower power command. PoE support of up to 30W per port is provided on PoE ports 5 through 8.
The maximum PoE power budget available for all ports is 280W.
PoE operational statuslanpower start or lanpower stopDisabled
Total power available to a portlanpower powerVaries depending on chassis and
power supply type. For more
information, refer to product
specifications in Chapter 2.
Total PoE power available to an
entire chassis
Power priority level for a portlanpower priorityLow
Priority disconnect statuslanpower priority-disconnectEnabled
lanpower maxpowerVaries depending on chassis and
power supply type. For more
information, refer to product
specifications in Chapter 2.
Understanding and Modifying the Default Settings
The sections below provide information on each of the key components within the Power over Ethernet
software. They include information on PoE-related CLI commands. For detailed information on PoErelated commands, refer to the OmniSwitch 6250/6450 CLI Reference Guide.
Note. PoE units support different wattage power supplies. If an unsupported power supply is used, a
console message and a trap are generated.
Powered devices can be classified into different classes as shown in the table below. Class detection
allows for automatic maximum power adjustment based on the power class detected. This will prevent the
switch from delivering more than the maximum power allowed based on a device’s class.
During class detection the switch will allocate the maximum amount of power allowed based on the class
detected. Once powered, if the device uses less than the maximum the remaining power will be made
available for other devices.
Class
Usage
Classification
Current (mA)
Power Range
(Watts)
Class Description
0Default0-40.44-30.00Unimplemented
1Optional9-120.44-3.84Very Low Power
2Optional17-203.84-6.49Low Power
3Optional26-306.49-15.40Mid Power
4Optional36-4415.4-31.00High Power
Setting the PoE Operational Status
Enabling PoE
By default, Power over Ethernet is administratively enabled in the switch’s system software. However, in
order to physically activate PoE, you must issue the lanpower start command on a slot-by-slot basis
before any connected PDs will receive inline power.
To activate power to PoE-capable in a switch, enter the corresponding slot number only. For example:
-> lanpower start 1
If power to a particular port has been disconnected via the lanpower stop command, you can reactivate
power to the port by specifying both the slot and port in the command line. For example:
-> lanpower start 1/1
Note. You cannot use the slot/port syntax to initially activate PoE on a port. This syntax is intended only
to reactivate power to those that have been disconnected via the lanpower stop command. To initially
activate PoE, you must use the lanpower start slot syntax only, as described above.
Disabling PoE
To disable PoE on a particular slot or port, use the lanpower stop command.
To disable PoE on a specific PoE-capable port, enter a slot/port number. For example:
-> lanpower stop 1/4
To disable PoE for all PoE-capable in a slot, enter the corresponding slot number only.
For example:
Configuring Power over Ethernet ParametersManaging Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Configuring the Total Power Available to a Port
By default, each port is authorized by th e sy stem so ft wa re to use up to a maximum amount of milliwatts to
power any attached device.
You can either increase or decrease this value based on the range in the specifications table.
Increasing the total power available to an individual port may provide a more demanding Powered Device
(PD) with additional power required for operation. Decreasing the total power available to a port helps to
preserve inline power and assists in the overall management of the switch’s power budget.
To increase or decrease the total power available to an individual port, use the lanpower power command.
Since you are setting the power allowance for an individual port, you must specify a slot/port number in
the command line. For example, the syntax
-> lanpower 1/1 power 3000
reduces the power available on port 1 of the switch to 3000 milliwatts. This new value is now the
maximum amount of power the port can use to power any attached device (until the value is modified by
the user).
Configuring the Total Power Available to a Switch
Like the maximum port power allowance, the system software also provides a maximum slot-wide power
allowance. By default, each switch is authorized by the system software to use up to the maximum watts
available from the PoE power supply.
As with the maximum port power allowance, the user can either increase or decrease this value based on
the range in the specifications table.
Increasing the total power available to a switch may provide more demanding Powered Devices (PDs)
with additional power required for operation. Decreasing the total power available helps preserve inline
power and assists in the overall management of the switch’s power budget.
Important. Before changing the maximum slot-wide power allowance, you must d isabl e PoE for the slot
via the lanpower stop command. Once the new value is assigned, re-enable PoE for the slot via the
lanpower start command.
To increase or decrease the total power available to a slot, use the lanpower maxpower command. Since
you are setting the power allowance for an individual slot, you must specify a slot number in the command
line. For example, the syntax
-> lanpower 1 maxpower 40
reduces the power allowance of slot 1 to 40 watts. This value is now the maximum amount of power the
slot can use to power all attached devices (until the value is modified by the user).
Note. Changing the maximum power available to a slot or port does not reserve or immediately allocate
that power. These settings are only used for configuring a maximum amount of power that may be used,
any unused power is still available and remains a part of the overall PoE budget.
As not all Powered Devices (PDs) connected to the switch have the same priority within a customer
network setting, the switch allows the user to specify priority levels on a port-by-port basis. Priority level s
include low, high, and critical. The default priority level for a port is low.
•Low. This default value is used for port(s) that have low-priority devices attached. In the event of a
power management issue, inline power to low-priority is interrupted first (i.e., before critical and highpriority).
•High. This value is used for port(s) that have important, but not mission-critical, devices attached. If
other in the chassis have been configured as critical, inline power to high-priority is given second
priority.
•Critical. This value is used for port(s) that have mission-critical devices attached, and therefore require
top (i.e., critical) priority. In the event of a power management issue, inline power to critical is
maintained as long as possible.
To change the priority level for a particular port, use the lanpower priority command. Since the switch
allows you to set priority levels on a port-by-port basis, be sure to specify slot/port information in the
command line. For example, the syntax
-> lanpower 1/1 priority critical
changes the priority value of port 1 to the highest priority level of critical. Now that the default value has
been reconfigured, this port should be reserved for those PDs that are missi on critical for network
operations.
Understanding Priority DisconnectManaging Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Understanding Priority Disconnect
The priority disconnect function differs from the port priority function described on page 5-7 in that it
applies only to the addition of powere d devices (PDs) in tig ht power bu dget condit ions . Priority disc onnect
is used by the system software in determining whether an incoming PD will be granted or denied power
when there are too few watts remaining in the PoE power budget for an additional device. For example, if
there are only 2 watts available in the current PoE power budget and a user plugs a 3.5W powered device
into a PoE port, the system software must determine whether the device will be powered on. Based on
priority disconnect rules, in some cases one or more existing devices may be powered down in order to
accommodate the incoming device. In other cases, the incoming device will be denied power.
Priority disconnect rules involve the port priority status of an incoming device (i.e., low, high, and
critical), as well as the port’s physical port number (i.e., 1/1). Understanding priority disconnect rules is
especially helpful in avoiding power budget defi cits and the unintentional shutdown of mission-critical
devices when PDs are being added in tight power budget conditions. Fo r detailed information on how
priority disconnect uses port priority and port number criteria for determining the po we r stat us of
incoming PDs, refer to the examples on pages 5-9 through 5-10.
Reminder. Priority disconnect applies only when there is inadequate power remaining in the power
budget for an incoming device.
For information on setting the priority disconnect status, refer to the section below. For information on
setting the port priority status (a separate function from priority disconnect), refer to “Setting Port Priority
Levels” on page 5-7.
Setting Priority Disconnect Status
By default, priority disconnect is enabled in the switch’s system software. For information on changing the
priority disconnect status, refer to the information below.
Disabling Priority Disconnect
When priority disconnect is disabled and there is inadequate power in the budget for an additional device,
power will be denied to any incoming PD, regardless of its port priority status (i.e., low, high, and critical)
or physical port number (i.e., 1/4).
To disable priority disconnect, use the lanpower priority-disconnect command. Since the switch allows
you to set priority disconnect status on a slot-by-slo t basis, be sure to specify the slot number in the
command line. For example, the syntax
-> lanpower 1 priority-disconnect disable
disables the priority disconnect function on slot 1.
Enabling Priority Disconnect
To enable priority disconnect, use the lanpower priority-disconnect command. Be sure to specify the slot
number in the command line. For example, the syntax