Cisco Catalyst 5000 Series Installation And Configuration Note
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78-6525-01 Rev. A0
Catalyst 5000 Series
Supervisor Engine III G Installation and
Configuration Note
Product Numbers:
WS-X5550(=) Supervisor Engine III G without Uplink Module
This configuration note contains procedures for installing and verifying the operation of the
Catalyst 5000 series Supervisor Engine III G.
This document contains the following sections:
• Supervisor Engine III G Overview, page 2
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• Supervisor Engine III G Front Panel Components, page 2
• Safety Recommendations, page 6
• Removing and Replacing the Supervisor Engine, page 7
• Connecting a Terminal to the Console Port, page 10
• Connecting to the Interface Ports, page 12
• Verifying System Operation, page 14
• FCC Class A Compliance, page 15
• Related Documentation, page 15
• Cisco Connection Online, page 16
• Documentation CD-ROM, page 17
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Supervisor Engine III G Overview
Supervisor Engine III G Overview
Supervisor Engine III G includes the following features:
• Bridge address table for up to 16,000 active Media Access Control (MAC) addresses and
associated virtual local-area networks (VLANs) allocated dynamically between active ports
• Switching engine that provides data path and control for all network interfaces including two
integratedFastEthernetinterfacesthat can support redundancy using thespanning-treealgorithm
or load sharing when used with VLANs
• Gigabit Ethernet multimode fiber (MMF) or single-mode fiber (SMF) interfaces using
SC connectors
• Management functions that include monitoring the interface and environmental status and
providing Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) management and the
console/Telnet interface
• 37.5-MHz MCF5102 Network Management Processor (NMP)
• Switch fabric interface with a capability of over one million packets per second (pps)
• Hardware support for up to 1024 VLANs
• Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC)-based uplink ports
• Onboard NetFlow Feature Card II (NFFC II) chipset for core switching logic
Supervisor Engine III G Front Panel Components
The Supervisor Engine III G front panel is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1 Supervisor Engine III G
LEDs
WS-X5550
SUPERVISOR ENGINE III G-SERIES
SYSTEM
STATUS
FAN
PS2
PS1
Status
LEDs
The LEDs on the supervisor engine front panel indicate the status of the system, which includes the
states of the supervisor engine, the power supplies, and the fan assembly. Table 1 describes the
LEDs.
RESET
ACTIVE
Reset
button
SWITCH
100%
1%
LOAD
Switch
Load display
CONSOLE
RSFC CONSOLE
Console ports
CONSOLE
PORT MODE
LINK
PORT 1 PORT 2
Uplink ports with
GBIC fiber-optic connections
LINK
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Table 1 LED Descriptions
LED State Description
SYSTEM
STATUS
Indicates the status of the switch based on a series of self-tests and
diagnostic tests.
Green All the tests pass.
Red Any test fails.
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Table 1 LED Descriptions (continued)
LED State Description
SYSTEM
Red During system boot or if the module is disabled.
STATUS
(continued)
Orange The redundant power supply is installed but not turned on or receiving input.
Orange The fan module fails.
FAN Indicates the status of whether or not the fan is operational.
Green The fan is operational.
Red The fan is not operational.
PS1 Indicates the status of the power supply in the left bay.
Catalyst 5000, Catalyst 5505, Catalyst 5509, and Catalyst 5500 switches:
Green The power supply in the left bay is operational.
Red The power supply in the left bay is not operational, switched off, or not
receiving input power.
Off The power supply in the left bay is off or not installed.
Note The Catalyst 5500 power supply LED is red when no modules are
installed.
Catalyst 5002 switch:
Green The power supply associated with the PS1 AC receptacle or DC terminal
block is operational.
Red The power supply associated with the PS1 AC receptacle or DC terminal
block is not receiving input power.
PS2 Indicates the status of the power supply in the right bay.
Catalyst 5000, Catalyst 5505, Catalyst 5509, and Catalyst 5500 switches:
Green The power supply in the right bay is operational.
Red The power supply in the right bay is not operational, switched off, or not
receiving input power.
Off The power supply in the right bay is off or not installed.
Note The Catalyst 5500 power supply LED is red when no modules are
installed.
Catalyst 5002 switch:
Green The power supply associated with the PS2 AC receptacle or DC terminal
block is operational.
Red The power supply associated with the PS2 AC receptacle or DC terminal
block is not receiving input power.
SWITCH LOAD 1-100% If the switch is operational, the switch load display indicates (as an
approximate percentage) the current traffic load over the backplane (see
Figure 2).
ACTIVE Green The supervisor engine is operational and active.
Orange The supervisor engine module is in standby mode.
100 Mbps Green The port is operating at 100 Mbps.
1000 Mbps Green The port is operating at 1000 Mbps.
LEDs
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Supervisor Engine III G Front Panel Components
Table 1 LED Descriptions (continued)
LED State Description
LINK Green The port is operational.
Orange The link has been disabled by software.
Flashing Orange The link is bad and has been disabled due to a hardware failure.
Off No signal is detected.
Reset Button
The Reset button allows you to restart the switch.
Note Use a paper clip or other small, pointed object to access the Reset button.
Switch Load
The Switch Load display provides you with a visual approximation of the current traffic load across
the backplane. The Supervisor Engine III G Switch Load display indicates the current aggregate
traffic load across all buses. Figure 2 shows the appearance of the Switch Load display.
Figure 2 Switch Load Display
Switch
Load
Load %
1-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-79 80-89 90-100
Console and RSFC Console Ports
The console port and RSFC console port allow you to perform the following functions:
• The console port enables you to configure the switch from the CLI
• Monitor network statistics and errors
• Configure SNMP agent parameters
• Downloadsoftware updates to the switch or distributesoftware images residing inFlash memory
to attached devices
The RSFC console port enables you to configure the switch for multiprotocol routing using
Cisco IOS software.
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The console port and RSFC console port are EIA/TIA-232 asynchronous, serial, full-featured data
terminalequipment (DTE) connectionswith hardware flow control andRJ-45 connectors. A console
port accessory kit with the necessary cabling and adapters is provided for making your terminal
connection.
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Console Port Mode Switch
The console port mode switch allows you to connect a terminal to the supervisor engine using the
desired console cable.
Note The cable and adapters shipped with the switch are the same ones used on the Cisco 2500
series routers (and other Cisco products).
You can also connect a modem to the console port using the cable and adapter provided with
the switch.
Use the console port mode switch as follows:
• Mode 1—Switch in the in position. Use this mode to connect a terminal to the console port using
the console cable and data terminal equipment (DTE) adapter (labeled “Terminal”) that shipped
with the supervisor engine.
You can also use this mode to connect a modem to the console port using the console cable and
data communications equipment (DCE) adapter (labeled“Modem”) that shippedwith the switch.
• Mode 2—Switch in the out position. Use this mode to connect a terminal to the console port
using the Supervisor Engine III console cable (not provided).
Console Port Mode Switch
Memory
Flash Memory
EEPROM
For more information on using the console port, refer to the Catalyst 5000 Series Supervisor Engine
Installation Guide.
Onboard memory consists of dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) for the default system
software, Flash memory for downloading and storage of the system software, and nonvolatileRAM
(NVRAM) for the configuration file. Refer to the release notes for your Catalyst 5000 series
supervisor engine software release for the minimum requirements.
Flash memory allows you to load and store system software images. Supervisor Engine III G has
8 MB of Flash memory. You can download a new software image over the network or from a local
Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server.
An electronically erasable programmable ROM (EEPROM) component on the supervisor engine
stores module-specific information, such as the module serial number, part number, controller type,
hardware revision, configuration information, and other details unique to each module. The
supervisor engine EEPROMalso contains an address allocator,which is a bank of 1024 hardware or
media access control (MAC)-level addresses, one for each possible VLAN in the system.
NVRAM
The configuration file is stored in nonvolatile random-access memory (NVRAM).
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Safety Recommendations
Safety Recommendations
Safety warnings appear throughout this note in procedures that, if performed incorrectly, may harm
you. A warning symbol precedes each warning statement.
Warning This warning symbol means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury.
Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and
be familiar with standard practices for preventingaccidents. To see translations of the warnings that
appear in this publication, refer to the appendix “Translated Safety Warnings” in the Catalyst 5000
Series Supervisor Engine Installation Guide.
Ensuring Safety
This section covers the following topics:
• Following Basic Electrical Safety Guidelines, page 6
• Preventing ESD Damage, page 7
Use the following guidelines to ensure your safety and protect the equipment. This list does not
include all potentially hazardous situations during installation, so be alert.
Note Power supplies in the Catalyst 5002 switch do not have on/off switches.
Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should install, replace, or service this equipment.
• Alwaysturn allpower supplies off(the position marked zero), andunplug all power cords before
installing or removing a chassis.
• Keep the chassis area clear and free of dust during and after installation.
• Keep tools and chassis components off the floor and away from foot traffic.
• Avoid wearing jewelryand securely fastenany loose clothing that couldget caught in the chassis.
Warning Before workingonequipment that is connectedto powerlines, remove jewelry (including
rings, necklaces, and watches).Metal objects will heat up when connected to powerand ground and
can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals.
Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws
and regulations.
Following Basic Electrical Safety Guidelines
When working with electrical equipment, exercise these basic safety guidelines:
• Never install equipment that appears to be damaged.
• Locate the emergencypower-offswitch for the room in which you are working before beginning
any procedures that require access to the chassis interior.
• Disconnect all power and external cables before installing or removing a chassis.
• Do not work alone when potentially hazardous conditions exist.
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