Cisco Catalyst 3110G, Catalyst 3110X, Catalyst 3012 Getting Started Manual

GETTING STARTED GUIDE

Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012
for IBM BladeCenter Getting Started Guide

1 About This Guide

2 Taking Out What You Need

3 Installing the Switch Module

4 Configuring the Switch Module

5 Managing the Switch Module

6 Creating Switch Stacks

7 Connecting Devices

8 In Case of Difficulty

9 Obtaining Documentation, Obtaining Support, and Security Guidelines

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1 About This Guide

This guide provides instructions on how to install and manage your Cisco Catalyst Switch
Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter—referred to as the switch module—in the
IBM BladeCenter enclosure and how to set up and configure your switch module. The IBM
BladeCenter— referred to as the blade enclosure—supports up to four Ethernet switch modules, which
are installed in the interconnect bays of the blade enclosure.

For additional installation and configuration information about the switch module, see the switch
module documentation on Cisco.com at:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps8741/tsd_products_support_series_home.html

For blade enclosure compatibility, system requirements, important notes, limitations, open and
resolved caveats, and last-minute documentation updates about the switch module, see the release
notes, also on Cisco.com. When you use the online publications, refer to the documents that match the
Cisco IOS software version that is running on the switch module.

For details on the number and location of blade enclosure bays and for additional information on the
blade enclosure, see the BladeCenter Installation and User’s Guide at:

http://www-03.ibm.com/systems/bladecenter/

Important: Be sure to read the multilingual safety instructions on the CD that came with your IBM
BladeCenter enclosure before you use this product.

Before you continue with the installation, also read the release notes for the blade enclosure that are
available on the IBM support website.

For translations of the warnings that appear in this publication and all safety and handling warnings
for this product, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Catalyst Switch
Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter on the documentation CD that ships with the
switch module. For warranty information about the switch module, see the Hardware Warranty Terms
for the Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter, also on the
documentation CD.

2 Taking Out What You Need

Follow these steps:

1. Unpack and remove the switch module and the accessory kit from the shipping box.

2. Return the packing material to the shipping container, and save it for future use.

3. Verify that you have received the items shown on page 3. If any item is missing or damaged,

contact your supplier for instructions.

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Shipping Box Contents

Figure 1 shows the Catalyst Switch Module 3110G as an example. Your switch module might look
different from the one shown.

Figure 1 Switch Module Box Contents

Catalyst Switch Module Descriptions

These sections describe the switch modules:

• Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X, page 4

• Catalyst Switch Module 3012, page 5

The switch module is powered from the blade enclosure backplane. The switch module does not have
a fan. The blade enclosure provides temperature management.

The switch module connects internally to the blade enclosure management module through
100BASE-T Ethernet links. You can manage the switch modules through the IBM advanced
Management Module (aMM) on a management network that is isolated from other switch traffic. You
can also manage the switch module through the console port on the switch module front panel or
through any of the external uplink ports.

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Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X

The Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X are stackable, 12- to 18-Gigabit Ethernet port,
Layer 3 switch modules. The number of ports depends on the type of switch module. Up to 14 of the
Gigabit Ethernet ports are internal 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the blade enclosure.
Figure 2 shows the two switch modules, and Table 1 describes the switch module ports.

Figure 2 Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X

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Catalyst Switch Module 3110G

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10/100/1000 Ethernet ports

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Catalyst Switch Module 3110X

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Switch module LEDs

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10-Gigabit Ethernet module slot

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Mode button

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StackWise Plus ports

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Console port

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Release latch

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For more information about the features of each switch module, see the hardware installation guide
and the software configuration guide on Cisco.com.

Catalyst Switch Module 3012

The Catalyst Switch Module 3012 is an 18-Gigabit Ethernet port, Layer 3 switch module. Up to 14 of
the Gigabit Ethernet ports are internal 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the blade
enclosure. The other four Gigabit Ethernet ports are external uplink ports that provide connections to
other switches or routers. Figure 3 shows the switch module, and Table 2 describes the switch module
ports.

Table 1 Catalyst Switch Module 3110G and 3110X Port Descriptions

Port Description

Ports 1 to 14

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1. The number of internal ports is determined by the blade enclosure model. See the blade enclosure documentation for
more information about internal port numbering.

Internal Gigabit Ethernet 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the
blade enclosure.

Ports 15 to 18
(Switch module 3110G)

External 10/100/1000BASE-T copper Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports that
support auto-MDIX and autonegotiation.

Port 1 (X2)
(Switch module 3110X)

External 10-Gigabit Ethernet module slot for use with Cisco X2
transceiver modules.

Internal 100BASE-T
Ethernet port

The Ethernet management port (Fa0) is used only for switch module
management traffic, not for data traffic. It is connected to the aMM
through the blade enclosure backplane connector. Traffic to and from this
port is isolated from the switch ports. This port only supports
autonegotiation with 100 Mb/s and full-duplex mode.

StackWise Plus ports Stacking cable ports.

Console port Switch module management port (USB-to-DB-9connector).

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For more information about the features of the switch module, see the hardware installation guide and
the software configuration guide on Cisco.com.

Figure 3 Catalyst Switch Module 3012

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Catalyst Switch Module 3012

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Switch module LEDs

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Console port

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10/100/1000 Ethernet ports

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Mode button

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Release latch

Table 2 Catalyst Switch Module 3012 Port Descriptions

Port Description

Ports 1 to 141Internal Gigabit Ethernet 1000BASE-X downlink ports that connect to the blade

enclosure.

Ports 15 to 18 External 10/100/1000BASE-T copper Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports that support

auto-MDIX and autonegotiation.

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3 Installing the Switch Module

This section covers switch module installation. The illustrations in this section show the Catalyst
Switch Module 3110G as an example. The instructions are the same for the Catalyst Switch
Module 3110X and 3012.

Installation Guidelines

Consider these guidelines before you install the switch module:

• Fill any unoccupied interconnect bays or any unoccupied power module bays in the blade
enclosure with filler modules.

• Identify the bays in which you will insert the switch modules. Plan to install the first switch module
in bay 1, the second in bay 2, and so on up to bay 4, if possible.

See the IBM blade enclosure documentation for more information about the specific enclosure
model, the interconnect bay options, and the port mapping between the blade enclosure and the
switch modules. Also see the blade enclosure compatibility table in the switch module release notes
on Cisco.com.

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100BASE-T
Ethernet port

The Ethernet management port (Fa0) is used only for switch module management
traffic, not for data traffic. It is connected to the aMM through the blade enclosure
backplane connector. Traffic to and from this port is isolated from the switch ports.
This port only supports autonegotiation with 100 Mb/s and full-duplex mode.

Console port Switch module management port (USB-to-DB-9 connector).

1. The number of internal ports is determined by the blade enclosure model. See the blade enclosure documentation for
more information about internal port numbering.

Table 2 Catalyst Switch Module 3012 Port Descriptions (continued)

Port Description

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• For switch stacks, you should first install and configure the switch module that will be the stack

master before installing any additional switch modules. See the “Creating Switch Stacks” section
on page 21 for more information.

• Review and become familiar with the safety guidelines in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety
Information for the Cisco Catalyst Switch Module 3110G, 3110X, and 3012 for IBM BladeCenter

on the documentation CD.

• Review and become familiar with the safety guidelines, and the temperature, power, and
grounding requirements specified in the IBM blade enclosure installation and user’s guide.

Installing the Switch Module

Warning

Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry
(including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected
to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the
terminals.

Statement 43

Warning

Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning
activity.

Statement 1001

Warning

Class 1 laser product.

Statement 1008

Caution To prevent electrostatic-discharge (ESD) damage when installing switch modules, follow

your normal board and component handling procedures.

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Follow these steps:

Step 1 Remove the acoustic attenuation module, if one is installed, from the rear of the blade

enclosure.

Step 2 Select the blade enclosure bay in which to install the switch module (Figure 4).

Figure 4 IBM BladeCenterH Rear-Panel View

Step 3 Remove the filler module from the selected bay. Store the filler module for future use.

Step 4 If you have not already done so, touch the static-protective package that contains the switch

module to any unpainted metal surface of the blade enclosure or any unpainted metal surface
on any other grounded rack component for at least 2 seconds.

Step 5 Remove the switch module from its static-protective package.

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I/O module bay 3

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I/O module bay 2

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I/O module bay 4

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