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Cisco MDS 9100 Series Hardware
Installation Guide

February 2010

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CONTENTS

New and Changed Information 7
Preface 9

Audience 9
Organization 9
Document Conventions 10
Related Documentation 12

Release Notes 12
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information 12
Compatibility Information 12
Hardware Installation 12
Software Installation and Upgrade 13
Cisco NX-OS 13
Cisco Fabric Manager 13
Command-Line Interface 14
Intelligent Storage Networking Services Configuration Guides 14
Troubleshooting and Reference 14

Product Overview 1-1

Cisco MDS 9100 Series Multilayer Fabric Switches 1-2

Cisco MDS 9148 Switch 1-3
Cisco MDS 9134 Switch 1-3
Cisco MDS 9124 Switch 1-5
Cisco MDS 9140 Switch 1-5

Cisco MDS 9120 Switch 1-6
Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter 1-6
Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch for HP BladeSystem C-Class 1-7
Power Supplies 1-7
Fan Modules 1-8
Cisco MDS 9100 Series Ports 1-9

Ports on the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch 1-9

Ports on the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch 1-10

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Ports on the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch 1-12

Ports on the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch 1-12
Switch LEDs 1-13
Supported SFP and SFP+ Transceivers 1-16

Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers 1-17

Combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet SFP Transceivers 1-17

CWDM Combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet SFP Transceivers 1-18

Installing the Cisco MDS 9100 Series 2-1

Preinstallation 2-2

Installation Options 2-2

Installation Guidelines 2-3

Required Equipment 2-4

Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch 2-4
Installing the Switch in a Cabinet or Rack 2-5

Front-Facing Installation 2-6
Installing the Switch in a Cabinet with Insufficient Front Clearance 2-11

Installing Front Rack-Mount Brackets for Cabinets with 26 Inches or Greater of Rail Spacings 2-13

Installing Front Rack-Mount Brackets for Cabinets with Less Than 26 Inches of Rail Spacings 2-14

Installing Cisco MDS 9100 Series Switch Rear-Facing into Cabinet 2-15

Installing a Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or a Cisco MDS 9124 Switch

Rear-Facing into Cabinet

2-17

Installing Cisco MDS 9134 48-Port and 64-Port Bundles 2-21
Grounding the Switch 2-23
Starting Up the Switch 2-24
Removing and Installing Components 2-25

Removing and Installing AC Power Supplies 2-29

Removing Power Supplies 2-29
Installing Power Supplies 2-29

Removing and Installing DC Power Supplies 2-30

Removing Power Supplies 2-31
Installing Power Supplies 2-32

Removing and Installing Fan Modules 2-32

Removing a Fan Module on the Cisco MDS 9148 Cisco MDS 9140 Switch, the Cisco MDS 9134
Switch, and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch

2-32

Installing a Fan Module 2-34
Verifying the Fan Module 2-35

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Connecting the Cisco MDS 9100 Series 3-1

Preparing for Network Connections 3-1
Connecting the Console Port 3-1

Connecting the Console Port to a PC 3-2

Connecting a Modem to a Console Port 3-3
Connecting the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet Management Port 3-4
Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port 3-4

Removing and Installing SFP Tran s c ei ve r s 3-5

Installing an SFP Transceiver 3-5
Removing an SFP Transceiver 3-6

Removing and Installing Cables into SF P Transceivers 3-7

Installing a Cable into an SFP Trans c ei ver 3-8
Removing a Cable from an SFP Transceiver 3-8

Maintaining SFP Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cab les 3-9

Cabinet and Rack Installation A-1

Cabinet and Rack Requirements A-1

General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks A-1

Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets A-2

Reference Perforated Cabinet A-2
Requirements Specific to Solid-Walled Cabinets A-3
Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks A-3
Requirements Specific to Telco Racks A-3

Cisco MDS 9000 Family Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket A-3

Rack-Mounting Guidelines A-4
Before Installing the Shelf Brackets A-5

Required Equipment A-5

Installing the Shelf Bracket Kit into a Two-Post Telco Rack A-5

Installing the Shelf Bracket Kit into a Four-Post EIA Rack A-7

Installing the Switch on the Shelf Brackets A-8

Removing the Shelf Bracket Kit (Optional) A-9

Technical Specifications B-1

Switch Specifications B-1
Power Specifications B-3

General Power Supply Specifications B-3
Power Supply Requirements and Heat Dissipation Specifications B-4
Connection Guidelines for AC-Powered Systems B-5

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SFP Transceiver Specifications B-6

Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers B-6

General Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers B-7
Environmental and Electrical Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers B-8

Cisco Gigabit Ethernet/Fibre Channel Transceivers B-9

General Specifications for Cisco GE/FC SFP Transceivers B-9
Environmental and Electrical Specifications for Cisco GE/FC SFP Transceivers B-10

Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers B-10

General Specifications for Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers B-11
Environmental and Electrical Specifications for Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers B-11
Optical Specifications for Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers B-11

Cisco DWDM SFP Transceivers B-12

Performance B-14
Connectors and Cabling B-14
Environmental and Electrical Specifications for Cisco DWDM SFP Transceivers B-15
Optical Specifications for Cisco DWDM SFP Transceivers B-15

X2 Transceiver Specifications B-17

Cisco 10-Gbps Ethernet X2 Transceivers B-18
General Specification for Cisco 10-Gbps Ethernet X2 Transceivers B-18
Environmental and Power Requirements Specifications for Cisco 10-Gbps Ethernet X2

Transceiver

B-18

Cisco 10-Gbps Ethernet DWDM X2 Transceiver B-19

Cable and Port Specifications C-1

Cables and Adapters C-1
Console Port C-2

Console Port Pinouts C-2
Connecting the Console Port to a Computer Using the DB-25 Adapter C-2

Connecting the Console Port to a Computer Using the DB-9 Adapter C-3
MGMT 10/100 Ethernet Port C-3
Supported Power Cords and Plugs C-4

Power Cords C-4

Jumper Power Cord C-6

Site Planning and Maintenance Records D-1

Site Preparation Checklist D-1
Contact and Site Information D-3

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Chassis and Network Information D-4

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NDEX

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New and Changed Information

This Cisco MDS 9100 Series Hardware Installation Guide applies to Cisco MDS SAN-OS Release

1.2(2a) and earlier Cisco MDS SAN-OS releases.

Table 1 lists the new and changed features available with each supported Cisco MDS NX-OS release and

SAN-OS release for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series, with the latest release first.

Note As of NX-OS Release 4.1(1b), SAN-OS has been changed to NX-OS. References to SAN-OS releases

before 4.1(1b) still apply.

Tab le 1 Documented Features for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

Changed in

Feature Description

The Cisco MDS
9148 Multilayer
Fabric Sw it ch
support

Cisco MDS
Fibre Channel
Blade Switch

Cisco 10-Gbps
Ethernet X2
Transceivers

The new DC
power supply

The Cisco MDS
9120 and the
Cisco MDS
9140 switch
support

Cisco MDS
Fibre Channel
Bladeswitch
overview

The 48-port Cisco MDS 9148
Multilayer Fabric Switch.

Description of the Cisco MDS
8-Gb Fabric Switch for HP
BladeSystem C-Class.

Added Cisco 10-Gbps Ethernet X2
Transceivers support.

Description of removing and
installing the new DC power
supply.

Note that states that the Cisco
MDS 9120 and the Cisco MDS
9140 Fibre Channel switches are
not supported on NX-OS Release

4.1(1b).
Description of the Cisco MDS

Fibre Channel Blade switch for
IBM BladeCenter.

Release

5.0(1a) Product Overvie w chapter

5.0(1a) Product Overview

4.2(1) Technical Specifications

Not release
specific

4.1(1b) Product Overview

3.3(1a) Product Overview

Where Documented

and Technical

Specifications appendix.

chapter.

appendix

Installing the Cisco MDS
9100 Series chapter.

chapter.

chapter.

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Table 1 Documented Features for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series (continued)

Changed in

Feature Description

Cisco MDS

Description of NPIV support. 3.2(2c) Product Overview
9134 Switch
overview

Cisco MDS

Description of NPIV support. 3.2(2c) Product Overview
9124 Switch
overview

Cisco MDS
9134 Switch
overview

Cisco MDS
9134 Switch
installation

Cisco MDS
9134 Switch
specifications

Description and illustrations of the

32-port 4-Gbps and 2-port

10-Gbps Cisco MDS 9134 Switch.

Description and illustrations of

installing the Cisco MDS 9134

Switch and removing it.

Switch specifications for the Cisco

MDS 9134 Switch, including

power supply requirements, heat

dissipation specifications, and X2

Transceiver Specifications.
Cisco MDS

9124 Switch

Additional illustrations of the

24-port Cisco MDS 9124 Switch.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting chapter removed. Not release

Cisco MDS
9124 Switch

Rear-facing
chassis
installation

Jumper power
cord

Telco and EIA
Shelf Bracket
Kit

Console port to
modem
connection

Cisco MDS
9100 Series

The 24-port Cisco MDS 9124

Switch.

Chassis installation for a cabinet

with insufficient front side

clearance.

Jumper power cord available for

use in cabinet.

A 2-RU shelf bracket kit that

allows single-user installation and

installation in a Telco rack.

Support for connecting the console

port on the Cisco MDS 9100

Series to a modem.

The 20-port Cisco MDS 9120

Switch and the 40-port Cisco MDS

9140 Switch.

Release Where Documented

chapter.

chapter.

3.2(1) Product Overview
chapter.

3.2(1) Installing the Cisco MDS

9100 Series chapter.

3.2(1) Technical Specifications
appendix.

Not release
specific

Installing the Cisco MDS
9100 Series chapter.

For troubleshooting

specific

information, see the

Cisco
MDS 9000 Family
Troubleshooting Guide.

3.1(1) This guide.

Not release
specific

Installing the Switch in a
Cabinet with Insufficient
Front Clearance,
page 2-11.

Not release
specific

Not release
specific

Jumper Power Cord,
page C-6.

Cisco MDS 9000 Family
Te lco a nd EIA Shel f
Bracket, page A-3.

1.2(2a) Connecting the Console

Port, page 3-1.

1.2(1a) This guide.

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Preface

This preface describes the audience, organization, and conventions of the Cisco MDS 9100 Series
Ha rdware I ns t al l at i on Guid e . It also provides information on how to obtain related documentation.

Audience

To use this installation guide, you need to be familiar with electronic circuitry and wiring practices and
preferably be an electronic or electromechanical technician.

Organization

This guide is organized as follows:

Chapter Title Description

Chapter 1 Product Overview Provid e s a n ove r vi ew of t he C i sc o MDS

Chapter 2 Installing the Cisco

Chapter 3 Connecting the

Appendix A Cabinet and Rack

Appendix B Technical

MDS 9100 Series

Cisco MDS 9100
Series

Installation

Specifications

9100 Series Fixed Configuration Fabric
Switch and its components.

Describes how to install the Cisco MDS
9100 Series, and includes how to install
power supplies and fan modules.

Describes how to connect the Cisco MDS
9100 Series switch.

Provides guidelines for selecting an
enclosed cabinet, and the procedure for
installing a switch using the optional Telco
and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit.

Lists the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch
specifications, and includes safety
information, site requirements, and power
connections.

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Chapter Title Description

Appendix C Cable and Port

Specifications

Appendix D Site Planning and

Maintenance

Lists cable and port specifications for the
Cisco

MDS 9100 Series switch.

Provides site planning and maintena nce
records.

Records

Document Conventions

Notes use the following conventions:

Note Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to material not covered in the

manual.

Cautions use the following conventions:

Caution Means read er be careful . In this situation, you might do something that could result in equipment

Warning

Waarschuwing

Varoitus

damage or loss of data.

Warnings use the following conventions:

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
preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of each
warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that
accompanied this device.

Dit waarschuwingssymbool betekent gevaar. U verkeert in een situatie die
lichamelijk letsel kan veroorzaken. Voordat u aan enige apparatuur gaat
werken, dient u zich bewust te zijn van de bij elektrische schakelingen
betrokken risico's en dient u op de hoogte te zijn van standaard maatregelen
om ongelukken te voorkomen. Voor vertalingen van de waarschuwin gen die in
deze publicatie verschijnen, kunt u het document Regulatory Compliance and
Safety Information (Informatie over naleving van veiligheids- en andere
voorschriften) raadplegen dat bij dit toestel is ingesloten.

Tämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Olet tilanteessa, joka voi johtaa
ruumiinvammaan. Ennen kuin työskentelet minkään laitteiston parissa, ota
selvää sähkökytkentöihin liittyvistä vaaroista ja tavanomaisista
onnettomuuksien ehkäisykeinoista. Tässä julkaisussa esiintyvien varoitusten
käännökset löydät laitteen mukana olevasta Regulatory Compliance and
Safety Information -kirjasesta (määräysten noudattaminen ja tietoa
turvallisuudesta).

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Warnung

Avvertenza

Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une
situation pouvant causer des blessures ou des dommages corporels. Avant de
travailler sur un équipement, soyez conscient des dangers posés par les
circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures couramment
utilisées pour éviter les accidents. Pour prendre connaissance des
traductions d’avertissements figurant dans cette publication, consultez le
document Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Conformité aux
règlements et consignes de sécurité) qui accompagne cet appareil.

Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die
zu einer Körperverletzung führen könnte. Bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an
irgendeinem Gerät beginnen, seien Sie sich der mit elektrischen
Stromkreisen verbundenen Gefahren und der Standardpraktiken zur
Vermeidung von Unfällen bewußt. Übersetzungen der in dieser
Veröffentlichung enthaltenen Warnhinweise finden Sie im Dokument
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Informationen zu
behördlichen Vorschriften und Sicherheit), das zusammen mit diesem Gerät
geliefert wurde.

Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. La situazione potrebbe
causare infortuni alle persone. Prima di lavorare su qualsiasi
apparecchiatura, occorre conoscere i pericoli relativi ai circuiti elettrici ed
essere al corrente delle pratiche standard per la prevenzione di incidenti. La
traduzione delle avvertenze riportate in questa pubblicazione si trova nel
documento Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Conformità alle
norme e informazioni sulla sicurezza) che accompagna questo dispositivo.

Advarsel

Aviso

¡Advertencia!

Dette varselsymbolet betyr fare. Du befinner deg i en situasjon som kan føre
til personskade. Før du utfører arbeid på utstyr, må du vare oppmerksom på de
faremomentene som elektriske kretser innebærer, samt gjøre deg kjent med
vanlig praksis når det gjelder å unngå ulykker. Hvis du vil se oversettelser av
de advarslene som finnes i denne publikasjonen, kan du se i dokumentet
Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information (Overholdelse av forskrifter og
sikkerhetsinformasjon) som ble levert med denne enheten.

Este símbolo de aviso indica perigo. Encontra-se numa situação que lhe
poderá causar danos físicos. Antes de começar a trabalhar com qualquer
equipamento, familiarize-se com os perigos relacionados com circuitos
eléctricos, e com quaisquer práticas comuns que possam prevenir possíveis
acidentes. Para ver as traduções dos avisos que constam desta publicação,
consulte o documento Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
(Informação de Segurança e Disposições Reguladoras) que acompanha este
dispositivo.

Este símbolo de aviso significa peligro. Existe riesgo para su integridad física.
Antes de manipular cualquier equipo, considerar los riesgos que entraña la
corriente eléctrica y familiarizarse con los procedimientos estándar de
prevención de accidentes. Para ver una traducción de las advertencias que
aparecen en esta publicación, consultar el documento titulado Regulatory
Compliance and Safety Information (Información sobre seguridad y
conformidad con las disposiciones reglamentarias) que se acompaña con
este dispositivo.

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Varning!

Denna varningssymbol signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation som kan
leda till personskada. Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning måste du vara
medveten om farorna med elkretsar och känna till vanligt förfarande för att
förebygga skador. Se förklaringar av de varningar som förkommer i denna
publikation i dokumentet Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
(Efterrättelse av föreskrifter och säkerhetsinformation), vilket medföljer
denna anordning.

Related Documentation

The documentation set for the Cisco MDS 9000 Family includes the following documents. To find a
document online, use the Cisco MDS NX-OS Documentation Locator at:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/storage/san_switches/mds9000/roadmaps/doclocater.htm

Release Notes

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Release Notes for Cisco MDS NX-OS Releases

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Release Notes for MDS SAN-OS Releases

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Release Notes for Storage Services Interface Images

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Release Notes for Cisco MDS 9000 EPLD Images

• Release Notes for Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager

Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information

• Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco MDS 9000 Family

Compatibility Information

• Cisco Data Center Interoperability Support Matrix

• Cisco MDS 9000 NX-OS Hardware and Software Compatibility Information and Feature Lists

• Cisco MDS NX-OS Release Compatibility Matrix for Storage Service Interface Images

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Switch-to-Switch Interoperability Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS NX-OS Release Compatibility Matrix for IBM SAN Volume Controller Software for

Cisco MDS 9000

• Cisco MDS SAN-OS Release Compatibility Matrix for VERITAS Storage Foundation for Networks

Software

Hardware Installation

• Cisco MDS 9500 Series Hardware Installation Guide

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• Cisco MDS 9200 Series Hardware Installation Guide

• Cisco MDS 9124 and Cisco MDS 9134 Multilayer Fabric Switch Quick Start Guide

• Cisco MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch Quick Start Guide

Software Installation and Upgrade

• Cisco MDS 9000 NX-OS Release 4.1(x) and SAN-OS 3(x) Software Upgrade and Downgrade Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Storage Services Interface Image Install and Upgrade Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Storage Services Module Software Installation and Upgrade Guide

Cisco NX-OS

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS Licensing Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS System Management Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Fa mily NX-OS Interfaces Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS Fabric Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS Quality of Service Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Fa mily NX-OS Security Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Fa mily NX-OS IP Services Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Fa mily NX-OS Intelligent Storage Services Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS High Availability and Redundancy Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Fa mily NX-OS Inter-VSAN Routing Configuration Guide

Cisco Fabric Manager

• Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager System Management Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager Interfaces Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager Fabric Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager Quality of Service Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager Security Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager IP Services Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager Intelligent Storage Services Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager High Availability and Redundancy Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager Inter-VSAN Routing Configuration Guide

• Cisco Fabric Manager Online Help

• Cisco Fabric Manager Web Services Online Help

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Command-Line Interface

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Command Reference

Intelligent Storage Networking Services Configuration Guides

• Cisco MDS 9000 I/O Acceleration Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family SANTap Deployment Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Data Mobility Manager Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Storage Media Encryption Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Secure Erase Configuration Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Cookbook for Cisco MDS SAN-OS

Troubleshooting and Reference

• Cisco NX-OS System Messages Reference

• Cisco MDS 9000 Fa mily NX-OS Troubleshooting Guide

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS MIB Quick Reference

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS SMI-S Programming Reference

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Fabric Manager Server Database Schema

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The Cisco MDS 9100 Series Multilayer Fabric Switches provide an intelligent, cost-effective, and
small-profile switching platform for small- and medium-sized storage environments. The
Cisco

MDS 9100 Series also provides full-feature capability with the Cisco MDS 9500 Series multilayer

directors for a transparent, end-to-end service delivery in large data-center core-edge deployments.
The Cisco MDS 9100 Series includes four fixed configuration fabric switches:

• The Cisco MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch is a 48-port, 1-, 2-, 4-, and 8-Gbps autosensing Fib re

Channel switch.

• The Cisco MDS 9134 Multilay er Fabric Switch is a 32-p ort, 1-, 2-, and 4-Gbp s autosens ing Fibre

Channel and 2-port 10-Gbps switch.

• The Cisco MDS 9124 Multilay er Fabric Switch is a 24-p ort, 1-, 2-, and 4-Gbp s autosens ing Fibre

Channel port switch.

• The Cisco MDS 9140 is a 40-port Fibre Channel switch.

• The Cisco MDS 9120 is a 20-port Fibre Channel switch.

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The Cisco MDS 9100 Series is packaged in compact 1-RU enclosures with redundant hot-swapp able
power supplies. The Cisco
hot-swappable fan modules. Management access is provided through 10/100 Ethernet for Cisco MDS
9134 switch. In the case of Cisco
10/100/1000 Ethernet, and serial console interfaces.

The Cisco MDS 9100 Series provides the following features:

• High port density at 48, 40, 32, 24, or 20 ports per 1 RU.

• Port interfaces that support field-replaceable, hot-swappable small form-factor pluggable (SFP)

transceivers.

Note Throughout this document the term SFP will refer to both 4, 2, and 1 Gbps optics as well as SFP+ 8Gbps

optics.

• Redundant and hot-swappable power supplies for high availability.

• Hot-swappable fan modules in the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9140 Switch,

Cisco

MDS 9134 Switch, and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch.

MDS 9140 Switch, the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch, also include two

MDS 9148 switch, management access is provided through

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• Front to back airflow.

Note The airflow in the Cisco MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch flows from back to front; which is the

opposite airflow direction from the other Cisco MDS 91xx Switches.

• Cisco MDS NX-OS multilayer intelligent software.

• Full compatibility with the Cisco MDS 9000 Family.

The Cisco MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Multilayer Fabric Switch, and the
Cisco

MDS 9124 Multilayer Fabric Switch also provide the following features:

• On-Demand Port activation licensing that provides 8-, 16-, and 24-port configurations in the

Cisco

MDS 9124 Switch to optimize price and scalability. By default, the first 8 ports on the

Cisco

MDS 9124 Switch are licensed.

• On-Demand Port activation licensing provides 24 licensed ports by default in the Cisco MDS 9134

Switch. Port capacity can be increased on-site to 32 ports with an additional license. The 10 Gbps
ports are also available through an additional license.

• On-Demand Port activation licensing provides 16, 32, or 48 licensed ports by default in the Cisco

MDS 9148 Switch. Port capacity of 16 and 32 port models can be increased on-site to 48 ports with
an additional license in 8 -port increments.

• Expansion of Cisco MDS 9134 Switches up to 64 ports or more is po ssible by using copper X2 CX4

transceivers or optical media.

• Quick configuration wizard that provides an easy-to-use interface allowing you to quickly enable

server access to storage devices.

This chapter describes hardware information about the Cisco MDS 9100 Series and its components, and
it includes the following sections:

• Cisco MDS 9100 Series Multilayer Fabric Switches, page 1-2

• Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter, page 1-6

• Power Supplies, page 1-7

• Fan Modules, page 1-8

• Cisco MDS 9100 Series Ports, page 1-9

• Switch LEDs, page 1-13

• Supported SFP and SFP+ Transceivers, page 1-16

Cisco MDS 9100 Series Multilayer Fabric Switches

This section describes the four Cisco MDS 9100 Series configurations:

• Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, page 1-3

• Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, page 1-3

• Cisco MDS 9124 Switch, page 1-5

• Cisco MDS 9140 Switch, page 1-5

• Cisco MDS 9120 Switch, page 1-6

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Cisco MDS 9148 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9148 Switch offers 48 autosensing 1-, 2-, 4-, and 8-Gbps Fibre Channel ports. On the
front panel, there are four 12-port groups that are connected to a crossbar and a central arbiter system,
which offer 1-, 2-, 4-, and 8-Gbps Fibre Channel ports. In addition, the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch offers
a CPU port and an Interlaken port for the network processor connectivity. The Cisco MDS 9148 Switch
features On-Demand Port Licensing. You can activate licensing in 8-port increments with each
on-demand port activation license for up to a total of 48 ports. There are three pre-configured models of
the Cisco
16 and 32 models can be upgraded up to 48 ports with the 8-port upgrade license. See

The Cisco MDS 9148 Switch supports N port identif ier virtuali zation (NPIV). NPIV can assign multiple
FC IDs to a single N port. This feature allows multiple applications on the N port to use different
identifiers and allows access control, zoning, and port security at the application level.

In NPIV mode, the Cisco MDS 9148 switch supports F-Port Trunking (for VSANs) and F-Port
PortChannel (for ISLs). Additionally, the Cisco MDS 9148 switch also supports Cisco N-Port
Virtualization (NPV) to enable scaling of SANs without reaching Fibre Channel Domain ID limits.

Figure 1-1 Cisco MDS 9148 Switch

MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch available. These models enable 16, 32 or 48 ports. The

Figure 1-1.

Cisco MDS 9134 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9134 Multilayer Fabric Switch has a total of 32 1-, 2-, and 4-Gbps autosensing Fibre
Channel ports, and 2 10-Gbps ports. The Cisco
Port activat ion licensing . By default, th e f irst 24 por ts are l icensed. An ad ditio nal license is requi red for
the remaining 8 ports. The 2 10-Gbps ports are not licensed by default. They require a separate license.

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The 10-Gbps Fibre Channel ports of the Cisco MDS 9134 Switches can be used as Inter-Switch Link
(ISL) ports for multiple Cisco MDS 9134 Switches. In addition, the 10-Gbps ports on the Cisco MDS
9134 Switch can be configured as ISLs for larger MDS switches on which the DS-X9704 module is
installed. The 10-Gbps interfaces support the copper CX4 X2 transceivers and optical media. For more
information, see the

Cisco MDS 9134 Multilayer Fabric Switch supports N port identifier virtualization (NPIV). NPIV can
assign multiple FC IDs to a single N port. This feature allows multiple applications on the N port to u se
different identifiers and allows access control, zoning, and port security at the application level.

Figure 1-2 Cisco MDS 9134 Switch

“Installing Cisco MDS 9134 48-Port and 64-Port Bundles” section on page 2-21.

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Cisco MDS 9124 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9124 Multilayer Fabric Switch has a total of 24 1-, 2-, and 4-Gbps autosensing Fibre
Channel ports. The Cisco
licensing in 8-port increments with each on-demand port activation license for up to a total of 24 ports.
By default, the first 8 ports are licensed. Two additional licenses are required to license all 24 ports. See

Figure 1-3.

Figure 1-3 Cisco MDS 9124 Switch

MDS 9124 Switch features On-Demand Port Licensing. You can activate

Cisco MDS 9124 Multilayer Fabric Switch supports N port identifier virtualization (NPIV). NPIV can
assign multiple FC IDs to a single N port. This feature allows multiple applicati ons on the N por t to use
different identifiers and allows access control, zoning, and port security at the application level.

Cisco MDS 9140 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9140 Switch has a total of 40 1/2-Gbps autosensing, opti onally configurable ports. The
first eight ports on the left-hand side are the bandwidth-optimized ports. They are delineated by a white
border. The r emaining eight groups of four ports each are the host-optimized port groups. See

Figure 1-4 Cisco MDS 9140 Switch

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Cisco MDS 9120 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9120 Switch has a total of 20 1/2-Gbps autosensing, optionall y conf ig urable ports. The
first group of four ports on the left-hand side are the bandwi dth-optimi zed por ts. The y are de lineated b y
a white border. The remaining four groups of four ports each are the host-optimized port groups. See

Figure 1-5.

Figure 1-5 Cisco MDS 9120 Switch

Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter

The Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Bladeswitch for IBM BladeCenter is designed for IBM BladeCenter
environments. The Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch is based on the Cisco MDS 9000 Family
SAN switching technology, which integrates the Cisco MDS 9000 Family of switches and directors into
a blade-switch architecture. The advanced architecture of the Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch
for IBM BladeCenter, along with 4-Gbps technology, provides outstanding performance between blade
switches and the rest of the Fibre Channel infrastructure.

The Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter provides 4-Gbps Fibre Channel
performance to blade-server switching. It also provides network intelligence features such as virtual
SANs (VSANs), quality of service (QoS), and N-port identifier virtualization (NPIV). It also offers
nondisruptive software upgrades and on-demand port activation and is the most complete embedded
Fibre Channel switching available for the IBM BladeCenter, BladeCenter-T, and BladeCenter-H
platforms.

The Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter provides up to 20 nonblocking 1-,
2-, and 4-GB Fibre Channel ports that are av ailable in two configurations: 7 internal ports and 3 external
ports, or 14 internal ports and 6 external ports. Each port provides line-rate performance up to 4-Gbps
without any performance loss for integrated features such as VSANs, QoS, or Network Address
Translation (NAT). The Cisco MDS Fibre Channel Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter sup ports up to 16
VSANs per blade switch.

Each external port on the Cisco MDS FC Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter also provides line-rate
performance up to 4-Gbps for Inter-Switch Links (ISLs) or additional device connectivity such as
storage or host bus adapters (HBAs).

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The Cisco NX-OS software provides role-based access control (RBAC) for management acce ss of the
Cisco Fibre Channel Blade Switch for IBM BladeCenter command-line interface (CLI) and Simple
Network Management Protocol (SNMP). For more information, see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family
Command Reference.

Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch for HP BladeSystem C-Class

The Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch is designed for the HP BladeSystem C-Class. The Cisco MDS 8-Gb
Fabric Switch is a 24-port switch, with 8-Gbps of dedicated ba ndwidth fo r each port. T he Cisco MD S
8-Gb Fabric Switch offers intelligent storage networking capabilities such as virtual SANs (VSANs),
PortChannels, quality of service (QoS), high availability, and security. In addition, it supports key
features such as N port virtualization (NPV), N port interface virtualization (NPIV), FlexAttach, and F
port trunking.

The Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch of fers nondisrupti ve softw are upgrades, up to 16 VSANs per switch
for fault isolation, and PortChannels for Inter-Switch Link (ISL) resiliency. The PortChannels allow
users to aggregate up to 16 physical ISLs into a single logical bundle, providing optimized bandwidth
use across all links.

The Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch has 8 1-, 2-, 4-, and 8-Gbps SFP ports at the front panel and has 16
2-, 4-, and 8-Gbps serdes connections to the backplane. The 16 ports are internal for server connections
and 8 ports are external or SAN facing. The Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch ports are g rouped. Each port
group consists of 4 ports.

The Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch external ports include hot-swa ppable, Small Form-Factor Pluggable
(SFP) line card interfaces. All SFP interfaces are 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gbps, with autosensing capabilities.
Individual ports can be configured with either short- or long-wavelength SFP optics for connectivity of
up to 500 meters (m) and 10 kilometers (km), respectively.

The Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch comes with the on-demand port activation license, which can be
expanded in 8-port increments.

The Cisco NX-OS software provides role-based access control (RBAC) for management acce ss of the
Cisco MDS 8-Gb Fabric Switch command-line interface (CLI) and Cisco Fabr ic Manager, a centralized
management tool that simplifies management of a standalone switch or multiple switches and fabrics.
For more information about Cisco 9000 Family commands, see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Command
Reference.

Power Supplies

The Cisco MDS 9100 Series supports dual AC and DC power supplies. Each power supply provides
sufficient power to maintain switch operation in the event of a single power supply failure. Power
supplies are hot swappable and can be individually replaced without disruption to the system. (See the

“Power Specifications” section on page B-3.)

Note The new DC power supply is not supported on the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9140 Switch,

and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch.

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Caution Power supplies for the Cisco 9100 Series look similar but they differ slightly. Be sure to use the correct

power supply designated for your Cisco 9100 Series switch. Using an incorrect power supply will not
provide redundant power in the case of a power supply failure.

The power supply has two LEDs, AC ok and DC ok. Power supply status is also indicated on a front
panel LED.

Procedures for replacing and installing the power supplies are a vailable in the “Remo ving and Installing

Components” section on page 2-25.

The Cisco MDS 9124 Switch includes a front panel reset button that resets the switch without cycling
the power.

Note If the Cisco MDS 9124 switch has only one power supply and supports SAN-OS Release 3.3(x), the

normal FAN LED indication is Amber light.
If the Cisco MDS 9124 switch has only one power supply and supports NX-OS Release 4.1(x) or later,
the normal FAN LED indication is Green light.

The Cisco MDS 9134 Switch includes a reset button on the left side o f the switch as sho wn in Figure 1-6.

Figure 1-6 Reset Button on the Side of the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch

Fan Modules

The Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9140 Switch, the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, and the
Cisco
run if a fan module fails, or is removed or both. The switches would continue to ru n provided the preset
temperature thresholds hav e not been e x ceeded. You can swap out a fan module without having to bring
the system down. Each fan module on the Cisco
fans. Th e Ci s co
power supply. For normal operation, the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch requires four fans.

MDS 9120 Switch support two hot-swappable fan modules that allow the switches to continue to

MDS 9134 Switch and Cisco MDS 9148 Switch has two

MDS 9124 Switch includes three fixed fans and an additional fan in each removable

Caution The Cisco MDS 9000 Family has internal temperature sensors that are capable of shutting down the

system if the temperature at different points within the chassis exceed certain safety thresholds. To be
effective, the temperature sensors require the presence of airflow; therefore, in th e e v ent a fan modu le is
removed from the chassis, the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco 9120 Switch will shut down after
five minutes to prevent potentially undetectable overheating. However, the switches will shut down

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sooner if the higher-level temperature threshold is e xceeded. For normal operation, the Cisco MDS 912 4
Switch requires four fans. When fewer than four fans are operating on the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch, the
switch will shut down.

Except for the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, the fan modules each have one Status
LED. The Cisco

MDS 9134 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch fan modules do not have a Status

LED. Fan module status is also indicated on a front panel LED.
Procedures for replacing and installing the fan modules are available in the “Removing and Installing

Components” section on page 2-25.

Cisco MDS 9100 Series Ports

The Cisco MDS 9100 Series provides host, target, and Inter-Switch Link (ISL) connectivity.

Ports on the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9148 Switch provides up to 48 autosensing and autonegotiating Fibre Channel ports
capable of speeds of 1, 2, 4, and 8 Gbps.By default, the Cisco MDS 9 148 Switch may have 16, 32 or 48
ports enabled. On-Demand Port Activation Licensing allo ws expansion to 48 ports, with additional ports
available in 8-port increment.

Figure 1-7 Cisco MDS 9148 Ports

Table 1-1 shows the mapping of ports to port groups.

1 Console port 3 16 default licensed ports
2 10/100/1000 Ethernet

4 32 on-demand ports

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Note If a port or optical transceiver fails, you can disable that licensed port and assign the port license to

another unused available port for recovery resiliency.You can re-assign the licensed ports to any of the
48 physical ports (up to the permitted number of licensed ports).

Tab le 1-1 Port Group Mapping on the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch

Ports Port Group

Front panel fc1/33–36 Port group 0
Front panel fc1/29–32 Port group 1
Front panel fc1/25–28 Port group 2
Front panel fc1/45–48 Port group 3
Front panel fc1/41–44 Port group 4
Front panel fc1/37–40 Port group 5
Front panel fc1/9–12 Port group 6
Front panel fc1/5–8 Port group 7
Front panel fc1/1–4 Port group 8
Front panel fc1/21–24 Port group 9
Front panel fc1/17–20 Port group 10
Front panel fc1/13–16 Port group 11

All 48 8-Gbps ports can operate at line rate concurrently.

Ports on the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9134 Switch provides up to 32 autosensing and autonegotiating Fibre Channel ports
capable of speeds of 1, 2, and 4 Gbps. The first 24 ports are licensed by default. On-Demand Port
Activation Licensing allows expansion to 32 ports, with additional ports available as an 8-port group.
The Cisco MDS 9134 Switch also offers two 10-Gbps ports.
port groups.

Tab le 1-2 Port Group Mapping on the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch

Ports Port Group

Front panel fc1/1–4 Port group 0
Front panel fc1/5–8 Port group 1
Front panel fc1/9–12 Port group 2
Front panel fc1/13–16 Port group 3
Front panel fc1/17–20 Port group 4
Front panel fc1/21–24 Port group 5
Front panel fc1/25–28 Port group 6

Table 1-2 shows the mapping of ports to

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Table 1-2 Port Group Mapping on the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch

Ports Port Group

Front panel fc1/29–32 Port group 7
10-Gbps ports Port group 8 and 9

All 32 4-Gbps ports and 2 10-Gbps ports can operate at line rate concurrently. In addition, the 10-Gbps
ports can be activated independently at 24- or 32-port configurations.

A 64-port switch can be formed out of Cisco two MDS 9134 Switches by using a copper CX4 X2
transceiver as an Inter-Switch Link (ISL).

The Cisco MDS 9134 Switch includes hot-swappable SFP interfaces. All SFP interfaces are 1, 2, and 4
Gbps, with autosensing capabilities. Individual ports can be configured with either short- or
long-wavelength SFP optics for connectivity up to 860 meters and 10 kilometers, respectively. The two
10-Gbps ports support X2 form factor optics, either copper or optical.

Figure 1-8 shows the Cisco MDS 9134 ports.

Figure 1-8 Cisco MDS 9134 Ports

2 10/100 Ethernet management port 5 2 10-Gbps ports

1 Console port 4 8 on-demand ports

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Ports on the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch

The Cisco MDS 9124 Switch has 24 1-, 2-, and 4-Gbps autosensing and autonegotiating Fibre Channel
ports with on-demand port activation licensing.

The on-demand ports are licensed in groups of eigh t. By default, an on-demand license for t he fir st eight
ports (ports 1 through 8) is included with the switch. You can transfer that license to other ports on the
switch or obtain extra licenses to make more ports on the switch available. You can activate additional
ports in 8-port increments with each on-demand port license. To purchase additional on-demand port
licenses, contact your customer service representative and refer to Part Number M9124PL8-4G=. See

Figure 1-9.

Figure 1-9 Cisco MDS 9124 Ports

1 Console port 3 8 default licensed ports
2 10/100 Ethernet management port 4 16 on-demand ports

Ports on the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch

On the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch , bandwidt h optimized p orts are on th e
left side of the front panel, surrounded by a white border. These ports are best used for applications
requiring very high bandwidth: for example, ISL connections between switches and high-performance
host or target cont roll ers . The se p ort s su pport a sustained data rate of u p to 2
all ports simultaneously.

Host-optimized ports are best for all but the most bandwidth intensive connections and are typically used
to connect host devices (servers) to the SAN. These ports are organized into four port groups.

The four ports within a port group share access to a single internal channel resulting in a subscription
ratio of approximately 3.2:1.

Tip For full 2-Gbps bandwidth between two devices using host-optimized ports, connect one device to the

first port group and connect the second device to the second port group.

Gbps in each direction, on

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Only the first port in each four-port group can be an ISL. If the first port is an ISL, the other three ports
in the group are disabled. See

Figure 1-10 Cisco MDS 9140 and Cisco MDS 9120 Switch Ports

1 Console port 3 Bandwidth optimized switching

2 10/100 Ethernet management port 4 Host-optimized switching port

Figure 1-10.

ports

groups

Switch LEDs

The front panel of the Cisco MDS 9100 Series includes the LEDs shown in Figure 1-11, Figure 1-12,

Figure 1-13, and Figure 1-14. You can use the LEDs on this pa nel to qu ickly iden tify system status.

Figure 1-11 Cisco MDS 9148 Switch LEDs

1 Switch status LED 4 10/100/1000 Ethernet

2 Power supply LED 5 Top port link LED
3 Fan module status LED 6 Port activity LED

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Figure 1-12 Cisco MDS 9134 Switch LEDs

1 Switch status LED 4 10/100 Ethernet management port link LED
2 Power supply LED 5 10/100 Ethernet management port activity LED
3 Fan module status LED

Figure 1-13 Cisco MDS 9124 Switch LEDs

1 Switch status LED 3 Fan module status LED
2 Power supply LED 4 Reset button

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1 Switch status LED 5 10/100 Ethernet management port

activity LED

2 Power supply LED 6 Top port link LED
3 Fan module status LED 7 Bottom port link LED

4 10/100 Ethernet management port

link LED

Table 1-3 describes the front panel LEDs for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series.

Tab le 1-3 Switching Module LEDs

LED Status Description

Switch status Green All diagnostics pass. The module is operational (normal

initialization sequence).

Orange The module is booting or running diagnostics (normal

initialization sequence).
Switch temperature is high. (A minor threshold was exceeded

during environmental monitoring.)

Red The diagnostic test failed. The module is not operational

because a fault occurred during the initialization sequence.
Switch overheated. (A major threshold was exceeded during

environmental monitoring.)

Power supply
status

Green Both power supplies are working.
Orange One power supply has failed or has been removed.
Red or all LEDs off Both power supplies have failed.

Fan module
status

Green Both fan modules are working properly.
Orange One of the fan modules has failed.
Red Both fan modules have failed.

Management
port link

Management
port activity

Intermittent

Traffic is on the management port.

flashing green
Green Management port is active.
Red Management port is not active.

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Table 1-3 Switching Module LEDs (continued)

LED Status Description

Port speed On 2-Gbps mode.

Off 1-Gbps mode.

Port link Solid green Link is up.

Steady flashing

Link is up (beacon used to identify port).

green
Intermittent

Link is up (traffic on port).

flashing green
Solid orange Link is disabled by software.
Flashing orange A fault condition exists.

1. The flashing green light turns on automatically w hen an external loopback is detected that causes the interfac es to be isolated.
The flashing green light overrides the beacon mode configuration. The state of the LED is restored to reflect the beacon mode
configuration after the external loopback is removed.

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Supported SFP and SFP+ Transceivers

The following types of SFP transceivers are available from Cisco Systems and are supported on the
Cisco

MDS 9100 Series:

• Fibre Channel SFP transceivers, in either short wavelength (SWL) or long wavelength (LWL)

• Combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet SFP transceivers, in either SWL or LWL

• Combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet course wavelength division multiplexers (CWDM)

SFP transceivers, which can be used for extended long wavelength (ELWL) transmission or for
CWDM

• Combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet dense wavelength division multiplexers (DWDM)

Note Switches running Cisco MDS SAN-OS Release 1.1(1a) or later and MDS NX-OS Release 4.1(1b) or

later support combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet SFP transceivers.

SFP transceivers are field-replaceable. You can use any combination of SFP transceivers that are
supported by the switch. The only restrictions are that SWL transceivers must be paired with SWL
transceivers , and LWL transceivers with LWL transceivers, and the cable must not e xceed the stipulated
cable length for reliable communications.

SFP tranceivers can also be used in extended distances, but it would depend on the allocation of av ailable
Buffer-To-Buffer (B2B) credits on specific ports in the switch. For more information on Buffer-to-Buf fer
(B2B) credits, see the
Interfaces Configuration Guide.

For the list of supported SFP transceiv ers, see the Cisco MDS 9000 F amily Release Notes for Cisco MDS
NX-OS Releases. For more information about a specific Cisco SFP transceiver, see the

Specifications” section on page B-6. SFP transceiv ers can be ordered separately or with the Cisco MDS

9100 Series.

Configuring Interface Buffers chapter in the Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS

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Note Use only Cisco SFP transceivers on the Cisco MDS 9100 Series. Each Cisco SFP transcei v er is encoded

with model information that enables the switch to verify that the SFP transcei v er meets the requirements
for the switch.

Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Cisco Fibre Channel SFP transceivers are available in SWL or LWL versions. Both versions are
1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps/8-Gbps capable. The Cisco
support 4-Gbps Fibre Channel SFP transceivers. The Cisco
and 8-Gbps Fibre Channel SFP transceivers.

Cisco Fibre Channel SFP transceivers have LC connectors and comply with 1-, 2-, -4, and 8 Gbps
Fibre

Channel standards as defined in FC-PI 10.0 2 and FC-PI-4.

Transmission ranges for 2 Gbps are as follows:

• Long wavelength: Up to 6.2 miles (10 km) on 9-micron single-mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 328 yards (300 m) on 50-micron multi-mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 164 yards (150 m) on 62.5-micron multi-mode fiber

MDS 9124 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch

MDS 9148 Switch supports both the 4-Gbps

Transmission ranges for 4 Gbps are as follows:

• Long wavelength: Up to 6.2 miles (10 km) on 9-micron single-mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 546 yards (500 m) on 50-micron multi-mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 328 yards (300 m) on 62.5-micron multi-mode fiber

Transmission ranges for 8 Gbps are as follows:

• Long wavelength: Up to 6.2 miles (10 km) on 9-micron single-mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 546 yards (500 m) on 50-micron multi-mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 264 yards (150 m) on 62.5-micron multi-mode fiber
For transceiver specifications, see Appendix C, “Cable and Port Specifications.”

Combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet SFP Transceivers

The combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet SFP transceivers from Cisco Systems are available in
SWL or L WL v ersions for the Cisco
are 1-Gbps and 2-Gbps capable.

The combination SFP transceivers from Cisco Systems hav e LC connectors and comply with 1-Gbps and
2-Gbps Fibre Channel as defined in FC-PI 10.0 2 and Gigabit Ethernet as defined in IEEE 802.3z.

Transmission ranges are as follows:

• Long wavelength: Up to 6.2 miles (10 km) on 9-micron single mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 328 yards (300 m) on 50-micron multi-mode fiber

• Short wavelength: Up to 164 yards (150 m) on 62.5-micron multi-mode fiber

MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch. Both versions

For transceiver specifications, see Appendix C, “Cable and Port Specifications.”

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CWDM Combination Fibre Channel/Gigabit Ethernet SFP Transceivers

All Fibre Channel and Gigabit Ethernet ports in the Cisco MDS 9100 Series support CWDM SFP
transceivers.

The Cisco CWDM SFP transceivers have LC connectors and support both Gigabit Ethernet and Fibre
Channel (1-Gbps / 2-Gbps). They match the wavelength plan of Cisco CWDM GBICs and Cisco CWDM
optical add/drop multiplexers (OADMs).

CWDM SFP transceivers can be used in two ways:

• CWDM transmission can send and receive up to eight laser wavelengths carrying different signals

simultaneously on the same optical fiber, using an OADM.

• ELWL signals can transmit over longer distances than LWL SFP transceivers.

There are eight different “colors” of CWDM SFP transcei vers, one for each f ix ed wa velength. The f iber ­optic cables from the CWDM SFP transceivers must be connected to an OADM, which combines the
wavelengths of the different outgoing signals into one composite send signal, and separates the received
transmissions into the different wavelengths and sends them to the corresponding CWDM SFP
transceiver.

For detailed transceiver specifications, see Appendix C, “Cable and Port Specifications.”

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Installing the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

This chapter describes how to install the Cisco MDS 9100 Series and its components, and it includes th e
following information:

• Preinstallation, page 2-2

• Installing the Switch in a Cabinet or Rack, page 2-5

• Installing the Switch in a Cabinet with Insufficient Front Clearance, page 2-11

• Installing Cisco MDS 9134 48-Port and 64-Port Bundles, page 2-21

• Grounding the Switch, page 2-23

• Starting Up the Switch, page 2-24

• Removing and Installing Components, page 2-25

Note Before you install, operate, or service the system, read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety

Information for the Cisco MDS 9000 Family for important safety information.

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Warning

Warning

Warning

Note Each new switch requires a license; see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS Licensing Guide for

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 preventing accidents. Use the statement number provided at the end of
each warning to locate its translation in the translated safety warnings that accomp anied this device.

Statement 1071

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be
accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.

Statement 1017

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Statement 1030

instructions on installing a license.

Preinstallation

This section includes the following information:

• Installation Options, page 2-2

• Installation Guidelines, page 2-3

• Required Equipment, page 2-4

• Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch, page 2-4

Installation Options

The Cisco MDS 9100 Series can be installed using the following methods:

• In an open EIA rack, using:

–
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• In a perforated or solid-walled EIA cabinet, using:

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The rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
The telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (an optional kit, purchased separately) in addition to the

rack-mount kit shipped with the switch

The rack-mount kit shipped with the switch
The telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (an optional kit, purchased separately) in addition to the

rack-mount kit shipped with the switch

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• In a two-post telco rack, using:

–

The telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (an optional kit, purchased separately) in addition to the
front brackets shipped with the switch

For instructions on installing the switch using the rack-mount kit shipped with the switch, see
the

“Installing the Switch in a Cabinet or Rack” section on page 2-5.

For instructions on installing the switch using the optional, separately purchased telco and EIA Shelf
Bracket Kit, see the

Note The telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit is optional and is not provided with the switch. To order the kit,

“Cisco MDS 9000 Family Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket” section on page A-3.

contact your switch provider.

Installation Guidelines

Follow these guidelines when installing the Cisco MDS 9100 Series:

• Plan your site configuration and p repare the site before instal ling the switch. The r ecommended site

planning tasks are listed in

Appendix D, “Site Planning and Maintenance Records.”

• Ensure there is adequate space around the switch to allow for servicing the switch and for adequate

airflow (airflow requirements are listed in

• Ensure the air-conditioning meets the heat dissipation requirements listed in Appendix B,

Appendix B, “Technical Specifications”).

“Technical Specifications.”

• Ensure the cabinet or rack meets the requirements listed in Appendix A, “Cabinet and Rack

Installation.”

Note If the front cabinet mounting rails are not of fset from the front door or bezel panel b y a minimum

of 3

in. (7.6 cm), and a minimum of 5 in. (12.7 cm) if cable management brackets are installed
on the front of the chassis, the chassis should be mounted rear-facing to ensure the minimum
bend radius for fiber-optic cables. See the

“Installing the Switch in a C abinet w ith Insu fficient

Front Clearance” section on page 2-11.

Note Jumper power cords are available for use in a cabinet. For more information, see the “Jumper

Power Cord” section on page C-6.

• Ensure the chassis is adequately grounded. If the switch is not mounted in a grounded rack, we

recommend connecting both the system ground on the chassis and the power supply ground to an
earth ground.

• Ensure the site power meets the power requirements listed in Appendix B, “Technical

Specifications.” If available, you can use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against

power failures.

Caution Avoid UPS types that use ferroresonant technology. These UPS types can become unstable

with systems such as the Cisco
fluctuations because of fluctuating data traffic patterns.

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• Ensure that circuits are sized according to local and national codes.

For North America, the 300-W power supplies require a 20-A circuit. If you are using a 200- or
240-VAC power source in North America, the circuit must be protected by a two-pole circuit
breaker.

Caution To prevent loss of input power, ensure the total maximum loads on the circuits supplying

power to the switch are within current ratings for wiring and breakers.

• As you install and configure the switch, record the information listed in the “Site Planning and

Maintenance Records” sectio n on page D-1.

• Use the following screw torques when installing the switch:

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Captive screws: 4 in-lb

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M3 screws: 4 in-lb

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M4 screws: 12 in-lb

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10-32 screws: 20 in-lb

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12-24 screws: 30 in-lb

Required Equipment

Gather the following tools before beginning the installation:

• Number 1 Phillips screwdriver with torque capability

• 3/16-in. flat-blade screwdriver

• Tape measure and level

• ESD wrist strap or other grounding device

• Antistatic mat or antistatic foam

The following additional items (not found in the accessory kit) are required to ground the chassis:

• Grounding cable (6 AWG recommended), sized according to local and national installation

requirements; the required length depends on the proximity of the switch to proper grounding
facilities

• Crimping tool large enough to accommodate girth of lug

• Wire-stripping tool

Unpacking and Inspecting the Switch

Caution When handling switch components, wear an ESD strap and handle modules by the carrier edges only.

An ESD socket is provided on the chassis. For the ESD socket to be effective, the chassis must be
grounded through the power cable, the chassis ground, or the metal-to-metal contact with a grounded
rack.

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Tip Keep the shipping container in case the chassis requires shipping in the future.

Note If you purchased Cisco support through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly. If you purchased

support directly from Cisco, contact Cisco Technical Support at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/support/tsd_cisco_worldwide_c ontacts.ht ml

Note The switch is thoroughly inspected before shipment. If any damage occurred during transportation or

any items are missing, contact your customer representative immediately.

To inspect the shipment, follow these steps:

Step 1 Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representativ e and verify

that you have received all items, including the following:

• Print documentation and CD-ROMs

• Grounding lug kit

• Rack-mount kit

• ESD wrist strap

• Cables and connectors

• Any optional items ordered

Step 2 Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representativ e. Hav e

the following information ready:

• Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip)

• Model and serial number of the damaged uni t

• Description of damage

• Effect of damage on the installation

Installing the Switch in a Cabinet or Rack

This section describes how to use the rack-mount kit provided with the switch to install the Cisco MDS
9100 Series into a cabinet or rack that meets the requirements described in

Rack Installation.”

Appendix A, “Cabinet and

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The rack-mount kit provided with the switch contains the items listed in Table 2-1.

Tab le 2-1 Cisco MDS 9148, MDS 9134, and Cisco MDS 9124 Fabric Switch Rack-Mount Kit

Description Quantity

30- to 36-inch slider rails 2 per kit
24- to 30-inch slider rails 2 per kit
18- to 24-inch slider rails 2 per kit
Front rack-mount brackets 2 per kit
12-24 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws 10 per kit
10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips binder-head screws 10 per kit
M4 x 6-mm Phillips flat-head screws 6 per kit
12-24 Cage nuts 10 per kit

Front-Facing Installation

T o install the switch in a cabinet or rack using the rack-m ount kit pro vided with the switch, follow these
steps:

Step 1 Install the front rack-mount bracket as follows:

a. Position one of the front rack-mount brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw holes

as shown in

Figure 2-1. Then attach the bracket to the switch with the three M4 screws originally

provided with the bracket.

b. Repeat with the other front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the switch.

Step 2 Install the C brackets as follows:

Note Two C brackets are shipped preinstalled on the switch, using three M3 screws per bracket. This

installation step is only necessary if the C brackets were removed.

a. Position one of the C brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw holes as shown in

Figure 2-1. Then attach the bracket to the switch with the three M3 screws originally pro vided with

the bracket.

b. Repeat with the other C bracket on the othe r side of the switch .

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Figure 2-1 Front Rack-Mount Brackets and C Brackets Installed on the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

1 Front rack-mount bracket 2 C bracket

Step 3 Install the slider rails in the rack. Position one of the slider rails against the rack mounting rails and align

the screw holes as shown in
or the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch, see Figure 2-3 .

Figure 2-2. If you are using the notched slider rails for the Cisco MDS 9134

Note Depending on when you purchased your Cisco MDS 9124 Switch, you may have straight slider

rails like those shown in

Figure 2-2, or you may have the notched slider rails like those shown

in Figure 2-3. Refer to the illustrations that show the type of rails that came with your switch.

Step 4 Attach the slider rail using two 12-24 screws or two 10-32 screws, dependin g on the rack rail thread type.

For racks with square holes, insert the 12-24 cage nuts in position beh ind the mounting holes in the sl ider
rails.

a. Repeat with the other slider rail on t he other sid e of the rac k.

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b. Use the tape measure and level to verify that the rails are horizontal and at the same height.

Figure 2-2 Installing the Slider Rails

Figure 2-3 Installing the Notched Slider Rails

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Step 5 Insert the switch into the rack:

a. By using both hands, position the switch with the back of the switch between the front

rack-mounting rails as shown in
Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch, see Figure 2-5.

b. Align the two C brackets on either side of the switch with the slider rails installed in the rack. Slide

the C brackets onto the slider rails, and then gently slide the switch all the way into the rack. If the
switch does not slide easily, try realigning the C brackets on the slider rails.

Figure 2-4 Sliding the Cisco MDS 9100 Series onto the Slider Rails

Figure 2-4. If you are using the notched rails, for the

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Figure 2-5 Sliding the Cisco MDS 9148, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch

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Step 6 Stabilize the switch in the rack by attaching the front rack-mount brackets to the front rack-mounting

rails:

a. Insert two screws (12-2 4 or 10-32, dep endin g on rack t ype) and th rough the cag e nu ts an d the hol es

in one of the front rack-mount brackets and into the threaded holes in the rack-mounting rail (see

Figure 2-6 or Figure 2-7).

b. Repeat for the front rack-mount bra cket on the othe r side of the switch.

If you are installing the optional cable guides, place the cable guides in front of the front rack-mount
brackets, and then pass the screws through the cable guides, front rack-mount brackets, and mounting
rail. You can install one or both cable guides; if installing a single cable guide, it can be installed on
either side.

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Figure 2-6 Attaching the Switch to the Rack

Figure 2-7 Attaching the Cisco MDS 9148, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or the Cisco MDS 9124

Switch to the Rack (Notched Rails)

Installing the Switch in a Cabinet with Insufficient Front
Clearance

This section describes how to use the rack-mount kit provided with the switch to install the Cisco MDS
9100 Series switch into a cabinet with insufficient front-facing clearance. The Cisco
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the requirements described in Appendix A, “Cabinet and Rack Requirements,” except the cabinet has
less than three-inch clearance between the inside of the front door or bezel panel and the front cabinet
mounting rails. This rear-facing installat ion is necessa ry to ensure t hat the minim um bend radius for the
fiber-optic cables is maintained. In these cabinets, the Cisco
backwards, with the fiber -optic cables facing t oward the rear of the cabinet and the po wer supplies facing
the front of the cabinet.

Caution If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized.

The rack-mount kit provided with the switch contains the items listed in Table 2-1.

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Rail Spacings

The front rack-mount brackets for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch must be installed onto the switch
prior to installing the switch into the cabinet. Follow these steps for cabinets with front-mounting rail to
rear-mounting rail spacings greater or equal to 26 inches.

Step 1 Install the front rack-mount brackets as follows:

a. Position one of the front rack-mount brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw holes

as shown in
provided with the bracket.

b. Repeat with the other front-rack mount bracket on the other side of the switch.

Step 2 Install the C brackets as follows:

Note Two C brackets are shipped preinstalled on the switch, using three M3 screws per bracket. This

installation step is only necessary if the C brackets were removed.

Figure 2-8. Then attach the bracket to the switch with the three M4 screws originally

a. Position one of the C brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw holes as shown in

Figure 2-8. Then attach the bracket to the switch with the three M3 screws originally prov ided with

the bracket.

b. Repeat with the other C bracket on the othe r side of the switch .

Figure 2-8 Front Rack-Mount Brackets and C Brackets Installed on the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

1 Front rack-mount bracket 2 C bracket

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Installing Front Rack-Mount Brackets for Cabinets with Less Than 26 Inches of
Rail Spacings

The front rack-mount brackets for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switches must be installed ont o the switch
prior to installing the switch into the cabinet. To install brackets for cabinets with front-mounting rail to
rear-mounting rail spacings less than 26 inches that need t o be mounted backwa rds to maintain adequate
fiber-optic clearances, follow these steps:

Step 1 Install the front-rack mount brackets for cabinets with rail-to-rail spacings less than 26 inches as follows:

a. Position one of the front rack-mount brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw holes

as shown in
originally provided with the bracket.

b. Repeat with the other front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the switch.

Note The front rack-mount bracket does not align with all three holes in the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch

in this configuration. The two screws are adequate to hold the weight of the Cisco
switch.

Figure 2-9. Then attach the bracket to the switch with two of the three M4 screws

MDS 9100 Series

Step 2 Install the C brackets as follows:

Note Two C brackets are shipped preinstalled on the switch, using three M3 screws per bracket. This

installation step is only necessary if the C brackets were removed.

a. Position one of the C brackets against the side of the switch and align the screw holes as shown in

Figure 2-9. Then attach the bracket to the switch with the three M3 screws originally pro vided with

the bracket.

b. Repeat with the other C bracket on the othe r side of the switch .

Figure 2-9 Front Rack-Mount Brack ets (Rotated) and C Brack ets Installed on the Cisco MDS 91 00

Series

1 Front rack-mount bracket 2 C bracket

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Installing Cisco MDS 9100 Series Switch Rear-Facing into Cabinet

T o install a Cisco MDS 9120 or 9140 Switch r ear-facing into a cab inet using the rack-mount kit pro vided
with the switch (for cabinets with insuff icient front-fa cing clearance), follo w the steps in this section. If
you are installing a Cisco
rear-facing into a cabinet using the rack-mount kit pro v ided, see

Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or a Cisco MDS 9124 Switch Rear-Facing into Cabinet” section on page 2-17.

Step 1 Install the slider rails in the rack:

a. Position one of the slider rails against the front rack-mounting rails and align the screw holes as

shown in

Figure 2-10. Then attach them using two 12-24 scre ws or tw o 10-32 screws, depending on

the rack rail thread type. For racks with square holes, first install the 12-24 cage nuts.

b. Repeat with the other slider rail on t he other fro nt side of the rack.
c. Use the tape measure and level to verify that the rails are horizontal and at the same height.

Figure 2-10 Installing the Slider Rails to the Front Rack-Mounting Rails

MDS 9134 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or a Cisco MDS 9124 Switch

“Installing a Cisco MDS 9148 Switch,

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Step 2 Insert the switch into the rack:

a. By using both hands, position the switch with the back of the switch between the rear rack-mounting

rails as shown in

Note Figure 2-11 shows the front rack-mount brackets in a 180 degree position. Your front

rack-mount brackets may look different if you kept them in the normal position.

Figure 2-11 Sliding the Cisco MDS 9100 Series Switch (Rear-Facing) onto the Slider Rails

Figure 2-11.

b. Align the two C brackets on either side of the switch with the slider rails installed in the rack. Slide

the C brackets onto the slider rails and then gently slide the switch all the way into the rack. If the
switch does not slide easily, try realigning the C brackets on the slider rails.

Step 3 Stabilize the switch in the rack by attaching the front rack-mount brackets to the rear rack-mounting

rails:

a. Insert two screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on rack type) through the holes in one of the front

rack-mount brackets and into the threaded holes in the back rack-mounting rail (see
For racks with square holes, first install the 12-24 cage nuts.

Note Figure 2-12 shows the front rack-mount brackets in 180 degree posi tion. Your front rack-mount

brackets may look different if you kept them in the normal position.

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Figure 2-12 Attaching the Cisco MDS 9100 Series Switch (Rear-Facing) to the Cabinet

b. Repeat for the front rack-mount bra cket on the othe r side of the switch.

If you are installing the optional cable guides, place the cable guides in front of the front rack-mount
brackets, and then pass the screws through the cable guides, front rack-mount brackets, and rear
mounting rail. You can install one or both cable guides; if installing a single cable guide, it can be
installed on either side.

Installing a Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or a
Cisco

MDS 9124 Switch Rear-Facing into Cabinet

T o install a Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or a Cisco MDS 9124 Switch rear-facing
into a cabinet using the rack- mount ki t provided with t he switch (for cabin ets with insufficient
front-facing clearance), follow these steps:

Step 1 Install the notched slider rails in the rack:

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Note When installing the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch or the Cisco MDS 9124

Switch rear-facing into a cabinet, do not install it higher than RU-30.

a. Route the power cord through the open cutout at the end of one of the slider rails, and then let the

cord dangle while you proceed with the next steps.
through the open cutout in the slider rail.

b. Position one of the slider rails against the front rack-mounting rails and align the screw holes as

shown in

Figure 2-13. Then attach them using two 12-24 scre ws or tw o 10-32 screws, depending on

the rack rail thread type. For racks with square holes, first install the 12-24 cage nuts.

c. Repeat with the other slider rail on t he other fro nt side of the rack.
d. Use the tape measure and level to verify that the rails are horizontal and at the same height.

Figure 2-13 Installing the Notched Slider Rails to the Front Rack-Mounting Rails

Figure 2-15 shows a power cord correctly routed

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Step 2 Insert the switch into the rack:

a. Using both hands, position the switch with the back of the switch between the rear rack-mounting

rails as shown in

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the C brackets onto the slider rails and then gently slide the switch all the way into the rack. If the
switch does not slide easily, try realigning the C brackets on the slider rails.

Step 3 Connect the power cord that you previously routed through the open cutout of the slider rail to the

switch, as shown in

Figure 2-15. Limit the length of the power cord between the back of t he chassis and

the rail opening.

Note If you failed to route the po wer cord through the open cuto ut of the sl ider rail as directed in Step

1, remove the switch and rails and remount the rails using the correct method. Do not connect
the power cord by routing it ov e r the top of the slider rail, as shown in

Figure 2-16. This type of

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Step 4 Stabilize the switch in the rack by attaching the front rack-mount brackets to the rear rack-mounting

rails:

a. Insert two screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on rack type) through the holes in one of the front

rack-mount brackets and into the threaded holes in the back rack-mounting rail (see
For racks with square holes, first install the 12-24 cage nuts.

Figure 2-17 Attaching the Cisco MDS 9148, Cisco MDS 9134 Switch, or the Cisco MDS 9124

Switch (Rear-Facing) to the Cabinet

Figure 2-17).

b. Repeat for the front rack-mount bra cket on the othe r side of the switch.

Tip If the chassis exceeds the 1-RU space on the low side of the rack, you may have dif ficulty installing other

equipment. In this situation, loosen the screws on the front and back rails of the chassis and raise it to
the top of the RU space by pushing the chassis up until it cannot go an y further . Then retighten the scre ws
while keeping the chassis in the elevated position.

Installing Cisco MDS 9134 48-Port and 64-Port Bundles

To install multiple Cisco MDS 9134 Switches to expand up to 48 ports and up to 64 ports, follow these
steps:

Step 1 Ensure that the boxes that are received each consist of a Cisco MDS 9134 Switch with a 10-Gbps

transceiver plugged in and a copper cable.

Step 2 Install the MDS 9134 Switches by placing one on top of the ot her (recomme nded) or side -by-side.

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In both types of above-mentioned switch configurations, the distance between the 10-Gbps ports of the
switches can be a maximum of 1 meter. Currently, only 1-meter cables are shipped with the boxes.

Step 3 Ensure that a copper X2 CX4 transceiver is plugged into the 10-Gbps port of each switch.
Step 4 Plug in one end of the copper cable in the same box that is supplied to the 10-Gbps transceiver of the

MDS 9134 Switch. Plug in the other end to the 10-Gbps transceiver of the MDS 9134 Switch from the
second box in order to connect the two MDS 9134 Switches.

Figure 2-18 Installing the MDS 9134 48-port and 64-port Bundles

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A grounding pad with two threaded M4 holes is provided on the chassis for attaching a grounding lug.

Figure 2-19 shows the system ground location on the Cisco MDS 9100 Series.

Figure 2-19 Location of Switch Ground on the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

Warning

Caution We recommend grounding the chassis, even if the rack is already grounded.

Note If the rack is less than 25-in. (635 mm) deep, the slider rails will cover the grounding hole. Therefore,

When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and
disconnected last.

the rack must either be grounded or at least 25-in. (635 mm) deep.

Caution All power supplies must be grounded. The receptacles of the AC power cables used to provide power to

the chassis must be the grounding type, and the groundi ng conductors should con nect to protecti ve earth
ground at the service equipment.

Note The grounding lug must be NRTL listed and compatible with copper conductors. Only copper

conductors (wires) must be used and the copper conductor must comply with National Electrical Code
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Note Customers who require compliance to GR-1089-CORE bonding and grounding requirements, must use

the ground conductor.

To attach the grounding lug and cable to the chassis, follow these steps:

Step 1 Use a wire-stripping tool to remove approximately 0.75 in. (19 mm) of the covering from the end of the

grounding cable.

Step 2 Insert the stripped end of grounding cable into the open end of the grounding lug.
Step 3 Use the crimping tool to secure the grounding cable in the grounding lug.
Step 4 Remove the adhesive label from the grounding pad on the chassis.
Step 5 Place the grounding lug against the grounding pad so that there is solid metal-to-metal contact, and insert

the two M4 screws with washers through the holes in the grounding lug and into the grounding pad.

Step 6 Ensure that the lug and cable do not interfere with other equipment.
Step 7 Prepare the other end of the grounding cable and connect it to an appropriate grounding point in your

site to ensure adequate earth ground.

Starting Up the Switch

This section provides instructions for powering up the switch and verifying component installation.

Caution During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the switch.

Note Do not connect the MGMT 10/100 Ethernet port to the LAN until the initial switch configuration has

been performed. For instructions on connecti ng to this po rt, see the

section on page 3-1.

To power up the switch and verify hardware operation, follow these steps:

Step 1 Verify that both power supplies and fan modules are installed and tighten any loose captive screws.
Step 2 V erify that the power switches on both power supplies are off. Then plug the po wer cables into the power

supplies and arrange the cables so that they cannot be accidentally pulled out.

Note Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you may need the optional

jumper power cord to connect the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch to your outlet receptacle. See
the “Jumper Power Cord” section on page C-6.

“Connecting the Console Port”

Step 3 Connect the other end of the power cables to an AC power source.
Step 4 Ensure that the switch is adequately grounded as described in the “Installing the Switch in a Cabinet with

Insufficient Front Clearance” section on page 2-11, and that the power cables are connected to outlets

that have the required AC power voltages (provided in the “Power Specifications” section on page B-3).

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Step 5 Flip the power switches on the power supplies to the on (|) position. The switch boots automatically.
Step 6 Listen for the fans; they should begin operating as soon as the switch is powered on.

Caution Do not operate the switch without a functioning fan module except for during the brief fan

module replacement procedure. The Cisco MDS 9000 Family swit ches can operate f or only a
few minutes without any functioning fan modules before they begin to overheat.

Step 7 Verify that the LED behavior is as follows when the switch has finished booting:

• Fan status LED is green.

• Each power supply LED is green.

• The Switch status LED is green. If this LED is orange or red, then one or more environmental

monitors is reporting a problem.

• The Ethernet port Link LEDs should not be on unless the cable is connected.

Note The LEDs for the Fibre Channel ports remain orange until the ports are enabled, and the LED

for the MGMT 10/100 Ethernet port remains off until the port is connected.

If any LEDs other than the Fibre Channel port LEDs are orange or red after the initial boot processes are
complete, see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Troubleshooting Guide.

Step 8 Try removing and reinstalling a component that is not operating properly. If it still does not operate

correctly, contact your customer service representative for a replacement.

Note If you purchased Cisco support through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly. If you

purchased support directly from Cisco, contact Cisco Technical Support at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/support/tsd_cisco_worldwide_c ontact s.html

Step 9 Verify that the system software has booted and the switch has initialized without error messages. If any

problems occur, see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Troubleshooting Guide or the Cisco MDS 9000 Family
System Messages Guide. If you cannot resolve an issue, contact your customer service representative.

Step 10 Complete the worksheets provided in Appendix D, “Site Planning and Maintenance Records” for future

reference.

Note A setup utility automatically launches the first time you access the switch and guides you

through the basic configuration. For instructions about how to configure the switch and check
module connectivity, see the Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals Configuration Guide.

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The Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch is shipped with two field-replaceable
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The Cisco
The Cisco MDS 9134 switch and the Cisco MDS 9124 switch support the new DC power supply.

This section provides the following information:

• Removing and Installing AC Power Supplies, page 2-29

• Removing and Installing DC Power Supplies, page 2-30

• Removing and Installing Fan Modules, page 2-32

MDS 9124 Switch is shipped with one field-replaceable power supply and three fixed fans.

Warning

Hazardous voltage or energy is present on the backplane when the system is operating. Use caution
when servicing.

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Caution During this procedure, wear grounding wrist straps to avoid ESD damage to the switch.

Note Except for the Cisco MDS 9124 switch, all the the other Cisco MD S 9100 Series switches are supp orted

for operation with both power supplies and both fan modules installed, and with all fans working.

With two power supplies installed, if one power supply fails, the system can continue to function
normally on a single healthy po wer supply. However , the f ailed po wer supply should be replaced as soon
as possible to provide redundancy.

The fan modules are required to ensure proper cooling of the switches. See Figure 2-20, Figure 2-21,

Figure 2-22, and Figure 2-23.

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prolonged periods of time during operation. If one fan module fails, a single healthy fan module can
temporarily provide sufficient cooling to maintain switch operation under normal conditions, but the
failed fan module should be replaced as soon as possible. See

Figure 2-23 Rear View of the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch

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Removing and Installing AC Power Supplies

This section provides instructions for remo ving and inst alling the A C po wer supplies fo r the Cisco MDS
9100 Series switches.

Caution Power supplies for the Cisco 9100 Series switches look similar but they differ slightly. Be sure to use

the correct power supply designated for your Cisco 91 00 Series switch. Using an inco rrect power sup ply
will not provide redundant power in the case of a power supply failure.

Removing Power Supplies

To remove a AC power supply, follow these steps:

Step 1 Turn the power switch to the off (0) position on the power supply that you are removing.
Step 2 Disconnect the power cord from the power source.
Step 3 Loosen the captive screw.
Step 4 Grasp the power supply handl e and slide the power supply out of the switch. See Figure 2-24.

Figure 2-24 Cisco MDS 9100 Ser i es AC Power Supply

Installing Power Supplies

To install the dual 300-W AC-input power supplies, follow these steps:

Step 1 Ensure that the system (earth) ground connection has been made.

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Step 2 Make sure the power cord is disconnected before installing the power supply.
Step 3 Verify that the power switch is in the off (0) position on the power supply that you are installing.
Step 4 Slide the power supply into the power supply bay. Make sure that the power supply is fully seated in the

bay.

Step 5 Tighten the power supply captive screw.
Step 6 Plug the power cord into the power supply.
Step 7 Connect the other end of the power cord to an AC-input power source.

Note Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you may need the optional

jumper power cord to connect the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch to your outlet receptacle. See
the “Jumper Power Cord” section on page C-6.

Step 8 Turn the power switch to the on (|) position on the power supply.
Step 9 Verify power supply operation by checking that the power supply (P/S) LED in the front panel is green.

If the LED is not green, see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Troubleshooting Guide.

Removing and Installing DC Power Supplies

This section provides instructions for r emoving a nd installing the DC po wer supplies for the Cisco MDS
9100 Series switch.

Note The new DC power supply is not supported on the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch, Cisco MDS 9148 Switch,

and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch.

The DC power supply does NOT use country-specif ic power cords like its A C power suppl y counterpart.
A DC power supply is provided with terminal blocks where it is ex pected that the custom er will pro vide
the wiring to the terminal blocks (See
power supplies.

The gauge size of the installation wiring will be dependent on the following factors:

• The input rating of the power supply (10A max for the 300 W supply)

• Temperature rating of the wire insulation (assumed 60 C by US National Electric Code)

• Maximum ambient temperature of the installation

• Length of the wires from the switch to the DC power source

• Whether the supply wiring is bundled with other current carrying con ductors and whether or not the

wire bundles will be enclosed in some sort of protective raceway.

Since some of the above listed factors are installation dependent, we recommend that DC installations
be done by qualified service personnel in accordance with local and national electrical code requirements
for the specific country of installation.

Figure 2-25). Thus, the AC po wer cords cannot be used with DC

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Caution Power supplies for the Cisco 9100 Series switches look similar but they differ slightly. Be sure to use

the correct power supply designated for your Cisco 91 00 Series switch. Using an inco rrect power sup ply
will not provide redundant power in the case of a power supply failure.

Removing Power Supplies

Note The new DC power supply does not have a built-in power switch, unlike the AC power supply.

To remove a DC power supply, follow these steps:

Step 1 Turn the power switch, breaker, or other power disconnect device to off (0) position on the a ctual DC

power source.

Step 2 Disconnect the wires from the DC power supply terminal blocks and as a safety measure cover the

exposed bare wire ends.

Step 3 Loosen the captive screw.
Step 4 Grasp the power supply handl e and slide the power supply out of the switch. See Figure 2-25.

Figure 2-25 Cisco MDS 9100 Ser ies DC Power Supply

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Installing Power Supplies

To install the 300-W DC-input power supplies, follow these steps:

Step 1 Turn OFF the DC power source and connect the two DC wires to the DC power supply terminal blocks.

Note Ensure that the system (earth) ground connection has been made.

Step 2 Slide the power supply into the power supply bay. Make sure that the power supply is fully seated in the

bay. Turn ON the DC power supply source and ensure that the input LED is green and indicates an OK
condition, but the output LED is red.

Step 3 Switch off the DC power source and switch it on again.
Step 4 Ensure that the output LED is green. The switch can now receive the down converted 12 VDC from the

inserted DC power supply.

Step 5 Tighten the power supply captive screw.
Step 6 Verify power supply operation by checking that the power supply (P/S) LED in the front panel is green.

If the LED is not green, see the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Troubleshooting Guide.

Removing and Installing Fan Modules

This section provides instructions f or removing and installing the fan modules for the Cisco MDS 9148
Switch, Cisco
not have field-replaceable fan modules.

Removing a Fan Module on the Cisco MDS 9148 Cisco MDS 9140 Switch, the Cisco MDS 9134
Switch, and the Cisco MDS

The fan module is designed to be removed and replaced while the system is operating without presenting
an electrical hazard or damaging the system.

Caution The Cisco MDS 9000 Family has internal temperature sensors that are capable of shutting down the

system if the temperature at different points within the chassis exceed certain safety thresholds. To be
effective, the temperature sensors require the presence of airflow; therefore, in th e e v ent a fan modu le is
removed from the chassis, the Cisco MDS 9000 Family will be shut down after five minutes to prevent
potentially undetectable overheating. However, the switches will shut down sooner if the higher-level
temperature threshold is exceeded.

MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch. The Cisco MDS 9124 Switch does

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fan blades completely stop before you remove the fan tray.

To remove the existing fan module, follow these steps:

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Step 1 Locate the fan module in the back of the switch.
Step 2 Slide the seating tabs toward the center of the fan module.
Step 3 Grasp the fan module handle and pull it outward.
Step 4 Pull the fan module out of the switch and put it in a safe place.

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Installing a Fan Module

To install a new fan module, follow these steps:

Step 1 Position the fan module with the LED oriented away from the back of the switch. Figure 2-26 shows the

fan module for the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch. Figure 2-27 shows the fan
module for the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9134 Switch.

Step 2 Slide the fan module into the switch until it clicks into place.

Figure 2-26 Cisco MDS 9100 Series Fan Module

Figure 2-27 shows the Cisco MDS 9148 and the MDS 9134 fan module.

Figure 2-27 Cisco MDS 9148 and MDS 9134 Fan Module

Caution Although the fan modules for the Cisco MDS 9134 and Cisco MDS 9148 switches appear to b e sim ilar,

there is a difference between the two with their airflow directions. The airflow for MDS 9134 is from
front to back where as the airflow for the MDS 9148 is from back to front. Ensure that you connect the
correct fan module designated for your Cisco MDS 9100 series switch. Connecting an incorrect fan
module may overheat the system, which may result in system failure.

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Verifying the Fan Module

To verify that the new fan module is installed correctly, follow these steps:

Step 1 Listen for the fans; you should immediately hear them operating. If you do not hear them, ensure that

the fan module is inserted completely in the switch and the f aceplat e is flush with the sw itch back panel.

Step 2 V erify that the fan module LED is green. If the LED is orange, then one fan has failed in this fa n module;

if the LED is red, then both fans have failed in this fan module.

Step 3 Contact your customer service representative for assistance if, after several attempts, the fans do not

operate or you experience trouble with the installation.

Note If you purchased this product through a Cisco reseller , contact the reseller directl y for technical supp ort.

If you purchased this product directly from Cisco, contact Cisco Technical Support at this URL:

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Connecting the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

The Cisco MDS 9100 Series provides the following types of ports:

• Console port (Interface Module)—An RS-232 port that you can use to create a local management

connection.

• MGMT 10/100 Ethernet port (Interface Module)—An Ethernet port that you can use to access and

manage the switch by IP address, such as through the CLI or Fabric Manager.

• Fibre Channel ports (Supervisor and Switching Modules) — Fibre Channel po rts that you can use to

connect to the SAN, or for in-band management.

This chapter describes how to connect the various components of the Cisco MDS 9100 Series Fixed
Configuration Fabric Switch, and it includes the following information:

• Preparing for Network Connections, page 3-1

• Connecting the Console Port, page 3-1

• Connecting the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet Management Port, page 3-4

• Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port, page 3-4

Preparing for Network Connections

When preparing your site for network connections to the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch, consider the
following for each type of interface:

• Cabling required for each interface type

• Distance limitations for each signal type

• Additional interface equipment needed

Before installing the component, have all additional external equipment and cables available.

Connecting the Console Port

This section describes how to connect the RS-232 console port to a PC. The console port allows you to
perform the following functions:

• Configure the switch from the CLI.

• Monitor network statistics and errors.

• Configure SNMP agent parameters.

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• Download software updates to the swit ch or distribute software images residing in flash memory to

attached devices.

The console port, located on the front panel, is shown in Figure 3-1.

Figure 3-1 Connecting the Console Cable

Connecting the Console Port to a PC

You can connect the console port to a PC serial port for local administrative access to the Cisco MDS
9100 Series switch.

Note The PC must support VT100 terminal emulation. The terminal emulation software—frequently a PC

application such as HyperTerminal Plus—makes communication between the Cisco
switch and your PC possible during setup and configuration.

To connect the console port to a PC, follow these steps:

Step 1 Configure the baud rate and character format of the PC terminal emulation program to match the

following management port default characteristics:

• 9600 baud

• 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit

• No parity

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Step 2 Connect the supplied RJ-45 to DB-9 female adapter or RJ-45 to DB-25 fema le adap ter (depending on

your PC connection) to the PC serial port.

Step 3 Connect one end of the supplied console cable (a rollover RJ-45 to RJ-45 cable) to the console port. (See

Figure 3-1.) Connect the other end to the RJ-45 to DB-9 (or RJ-45 to DB-25) adapter at the PC serial

port.

Connecting a Modem to a Console Port

Caution Do not connect the console port to a modem while the switch is booting. Connect the console port to a

modem either before powering the switch on or after the switch has completed the boot process.

Switches running Cisco MDS SAN-OS Release 1.2(2a) or later and Cisco MDS NX-OS Release 4.1(1b)
or later support connecting the console port to a modem.

To connect the console port to a modem before the switch is powered on, follow these steps:

Step 1 Connect the supplied console cable (a rollover RJ -45 to RJ-45 cable) to th e console port (see Figure 3-1).
Step 2 Connect the other end of the console cable to the supplied RJ-45 to DB-25 adapter.
Step 3 Connect the RJ-45-to-DB-25 adapter to the DB-25 port on the modem.
Step 4 Power on the switch. The switch boots automatically, and the following default console port

characteristics are applied to the modem connection:

• 9600 baud

• 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit

• No parity

• Default initialization string (ATE0Q1&D2&C1S0=1\015) if previously configured

Note For instructions on how to change these settings, see the Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals

Configuration Guide for instructions on how to change these settings.

To connect the console port to a modem after the switch is powered on, follow these steps:

Step 1 Ensure that the system has completed booting and the system image is running.
Step 2 Connect the supplied console cable (a rollover RJ -45 to RJ-45 cable) to th e console port (see Figure 3-1).
Step 3 Connect the other end of the console cable to the supplied RJ-45 to DB-25 adapter.
Step 4 Connect the RJ-45-to-DB-25 adapter to the DB-25 port on the modem.
Step 5 Initialize and configure the modem as specified in the Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals

Configuration Guide and the Cisco NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.

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Connecting the 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet Management
Port

The autosensing 10/100 and 10/100/1000 Ethernet management port is located on the left side of the
front panel (labeled 10/100/1000 MGMT), to the right of the Console port. This port is used for
out-of-band management of the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switches.

Note Currently, only the Cisco MDS 9148 Multilayer Fabric Switch provides the 10/100/1000 Ethernet

Management port.

Use a modular, RJ-45, straight-through UTP cable to connect the 10/100 management Ethernet port to
external hubs and switches. To connect to a router, use a crossover cable.

Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port

The Fibre Channel ports are compatible with LC-type fiber-optic SFP and SFP+ (8Gbps) transceivers
and cables (see
use these ports to connect to the SAN or for in-band management. For informatio n about conf iguring the
switch for in-band management, see the Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals Configuration Gu ide and
the Cisco NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.

The Cisco MDS 9000 Family supports both Fibre Channel and Gigabit Ethernet protocols for SFP
transceivers. Each transceiver must match the transceiver on the other end of the cable, and the cable
must not exceed the stipulated cable length for reliable communications. SFP transceiv ers can be ordered
separately or with the Cisco

“Removing and Installing Cables into SFP Transceivers” section on page 3-7). You can

MDS 9100 Series.

Note Verify that the transceiver and cable type, both have LC connectors and are the required type for

longwave and shortwave transmission and the required distances. The transceiver label generally lists
the model and wavelength.

Warning

Warning

Caution Wear an ESD wrist strap connected to the chassis when handling transceivers. Keep optical connectors

Class 1 laser product.

Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors. Do not stare into
beams or view directly with optical instruments.

covered when not in use, and do not touch connector ends. The fiber-optic connectors must be free of
dust, oil, and other contaminants.

This section includes the following information:

• Removing and Installing SFP Transceivers, page 3-5

• Removing and Installing Cables into SFP Transceivers, page 3-7

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• Maintaining SFP Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables, page 3-9

Removing and Installing SFP Transceivers

Caution Removing and installing an SFP transceiver can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert SFP

transceivers more often than is absolutely necessary.
We recommend disconnecting cables before installing or removing SFP transceivers to prevent damage
to the cable or transceiver.

Note Use only Cisco SFP transceivers on the Cisco MDS 9100 Series. Each Cisco SFP transcei v er is encoded

with model information that enables the switch to verify that the SFP transcei v er meets the requirements
for the switch.

Note On the Cisco MDS 9124 Switch, the tabs on the SFP transceivers in the top row are at the bottom of the

port. The tabs on the SFP transceivers in the bottom row, are at the top of the port.

The Cisco MDS 9000 Family supports SFP transceivers with the fol lowing two types of latching de vices:

• Mylar tab latch (Figure 3-2)

• Bale-clasp latch (Figure 3-3)

Figure 3-2 SFP Transceiver with Mylar Tab Latch

Figure 3-3 SFP Transceiver with Bale-Clasp Latch

Installing an SFP Transceiver

To install an SFP transceiver, follow these steps:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.

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Caution If the transceiver does not install easily, ensure it is correctly oriented and the tab or clasp are

in the correct position before continuing.

Step 2 Remove the dust cover from the port cage.
Step 3 Remove the dust cover from the port end of the transceiver.
Step 4 Insert the transceiver into the port:

• If the transceiver has a mylar tab latch, orient the transceiver with the tab on the bottom, and then

gently insert the transceiver into the port until it clicks into place.

• If the transceiver has a bale-clasp latch, orient the transceiver with the bale clasp on the bottom,

close the bale clasp by pushing it up and over the transceiver, and then gently insert the transceiver
into the port until it clicks into place.

Step 5 Insert or leave the dust plug in the cab le end of the transceiver if a cable is not being installed in the

transceiver.

Removing an SFP Transceiver

To remove an SFP transceiver, follow these steps:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Perform these steps if cable is installed in the transceiver:

a. Record the cable and port connections for later reference.
b. Press the release latch on the cable, grasp the connector near the connection point, and gently pull

the connector from the transceiver.

c. Insert a dust plug into the connector on the cable.
d. Insert a dust plug into the cable end of the transceiver.

Tip If the transceiver does not remove easily in the next step, push the transceiver all the way back

in and then ensure that the latch is in the correct position before continuing.

Step 3 Re m ove t h e tr an s c e iver f r o m t h e p or t :

• If the transceiver has a mylar tab latch, gently pull the tab straight out (do not twist), and then pull

the transceiver out of the port.

• If the transceiver has a bale-clasp latch, open the clasp by pressing it downwards, and then pull the

transceiver out of the port.

Note If you have difficulty removing a bale clasp SFP transceiver, you should reseat the SFP by

returning the bale clasp in the up position, and then pressing the SFP inward and upward into the
cage (inward and downward on the bottom ro w of the Cisco
bale clasp and pull the SFP straight out with a slight upward lifting force (sli ght downward force
on the bottom row of the Cisco
not to damage the port cage during this process .

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Figure 3-4 Alternate Removal Method for Bale Clasp SFP Transceivers in the Cisco MDS 9124

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Figure 3-5 Alternate Removal Method for Bale Clasp SFP Transceivers in the Cisco MDS 9140

Switch and the Cisco

MDS 9120 Switch

Step 4 Insert a dust cover into the port end of the transceiver and place the transceiver on an antistatic mat or

into a static shielding bag if you plan to return it to the factory.

Step 5 Protect the op tical cag e by inserting a clean cover if another transceiver is not being installed.

Removing and Installing Cables into SFP Transceivers

Caution To prevent damage to the fiber-optic cables, do not place more tension on them than the rated limit and

do not bend to a radius of less than one inch if there is no tension in the cable, or two inches if there is
tension in the cable.

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Installing a Cable into an SFP Transceiver

Caution To pre vent possible damage to the cable or transceiver, install the transceiver in the port before installing

the cable in the transceiver.

To install a cable into a transceiver, follow these steps:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Remove the dust cover from the connector on the cable.
Step 3 Remove the dust cover from the cable end of the transceiver.
Step 4 Align the cable connector with the transceiver and insert the connector into the transceiver until it clicks

into place. (See

Figure 3-6 Connecting the LC-Type Cable to a Fibre Channel Port

Figure 3-6).

Caution If the cable does not install easily, ensure it is correctly oriented before continuing.

For instructions on verifying connectivity, see the Cisco Fabric Manager Fundamentals Configuration
Guide and the Cisco NX-OS Fundamentals Configuration Guide.

Removing a Cable from an SFP Transceiver

Caution When pulling a cable from a transceiver, grip the body of the connector . Do not pull on the jacket sleev e,

Caution If the cable does not remove easily, ensure that any latch present on the cable has been released before

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To remove the cable, follow these steps:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap and follow its instructions for use.
Step 2 Press the release latch on the cable, gras p the connector near the connection point, and gently pull the

connector from the transceiver.

Step 3 Insert a dust plug into the cable end of the transceiver.
Step 4 Insert a dust plug onto the end of the cable.

Maintaining SFP Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables

SFP transceivers and fiber -optic cables must be kept clean and dust-free to maintain high signal accurac y
and prevent damage to the connectors. Attenuation (loss of light) is increased by contamination, and it
should be kept below 0.35 dB.

Follow these maintenance guidelines:

• SFP transceivers are static sensitive. To prevent ESD damage, wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap

that is connected to the chassis.

• Do not remove and insert a transcei ver more often than necessary. Repeated removals and insertions

can shorten its useful life.

• Keep all optical connections covered when not in use. If they become dusty, clean before using to

prevent dust from scratching the fiber-optic cable ends.

• Do not touch ends of connectors. This prevents fingerprints and other contamination of the

connectors.

• Clean regularly; the required frequency of cleaning depends upon the environment. In addition,

clean connectors if they are exposed to dust or accidentally touched. Both wet and dry cleaning
techniques can be effective; refer to your site’s fibre-optic connection cleaning procedures.

• Inspect routinely for dust and damage. If damage is suspected, clean and then inspect fiber ends

under a microscope to determine if damage has occurred.

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Cabinet and Rack Installation

This appendix includes the following information:

• Cabinet and Rack Requirements, page A-1

• Cisco MDS 9000 Family Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket, page A-3

Cabinet and Rack Requirements

This section provides the Cisco MDS 9000 Family r equir ement s for the fo ll owing types of cabinets and
racks, assuming an external ambient air temperature range of 0 to 40°C:

• Standard perforated cabinets

• Solid-walled cabinets with a roof fan tray (bottom to top cooling)

• Standard open racks

• Te lco r acks

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Note If you are selecting an enclosed cabinet, we recommend one of the thermally validated types listed

above: standard perforated or solid-walled with a fan tray.

General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks

The cabinet or rack must be one of the following rack types:

• Standard 19-in. four-post EIA cabinet or rack, with mounting rai ls that conform to English univ ersal

hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992. See the

Cabinets” section on page A-2 and “Requirements Specific to Solid-Walled Cabinets” section on
page A-3.

• Standard two-post telco r ack, with mounting rails that conform to English universal hole spacing per

section 1of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992. See the

page A-3.

The cabinet or rack must also meet the following requirements:

• The minimum vertical rack space per chassis should be 1 RU (rack unit), equal to 1.75 in. (4.4 cm ).

• The width between the rack-mounting rails must be at least 17.75 in. (45.1 cm). For four-post EIA

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• For four-post EIA cabinets (perforated or solid-walled):

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The minimum spacing for bend radius for f iber-optic cabl es should hav e the front mounting rails
of the cabinet offset from the fr ont door by a min imum of 3
(12.7

cm) if cable management brackets are installed on the front of the chassis.

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The distance between the outside face of the front mounting rail and the outside face of the back
mounting rail should be 23.5 to 34.0 in. (59.7

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There should be a minimum of 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) of clear space between the side edge of the

to 86.4 cm) to allow for rear bracket installation.

in. (7.6 cm), and a minimum of 5 in.

chassis and the side wall of the cabinet. No sizeable flow obstructions should be immediately
in the way of the chassis air intake or exhaust vents.

Note Optional jumper power cords are av ailable for use in a cabinet. See the “Jumper Power Cord” section on

page C-6.

Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets

In addition to the requirements listed in the “General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks” section on

page A-1, perforated cabinets must meet the following requirements:

• The front and rear doors must have at least a 60 percent open area perforation pattern, with at least

15 sq. in. of open area per rack unit of door height.

• W e recommend that the roof be perforated with at least 20 percent open area, unless the cabinet only

contains Cisco MDS 9100 Series switches, in which case the roof does not have to be perforated.

• We recommend an open or perforated cabi net floor to enhance coo ling but it is not re quired.

Reference Perforated Cabinet

A perforated cabinet that conforms to the a bove requirements is available from Rittal Corporation:

Rittal Corporation

One Rittal Place
Springfield, OH 45504
Phone: [phone]
Cabinet P/N: Rittal 9969427
Cabinet description: PS-DK/OEM Cabinet Assembly, 1998 x 600 x 1000 (H x W x D ) (42U)

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Requirements Specific to Solid-Walled Cabinets

In addition to the requirements listed in the “General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks” section on

page A-1, solid-walled cabinets must meet the following requirements:

• A roof-mounted fan tray and an air cooling scheme in which the fan tray pulls air in at the bottom

of the cabinet and exhausts it out the top, with a minimum of 500 cf m of airfl ow exiting the cabinet
roof through the fan tray.

• Nonperforated (solid and sealed) front and back doors and side panels so that air t ra vel s predictably

from bottom to top.

• The overall cabinet depth should be 36 to 42 in. (91.4 to 106.7 cm) to allow the doors to close and

adequate airflow.

• A minimum of 150 sq. in. (968 sq. cm) of open area at the floor air intake of the cabinet.

• The lowest piece of equipment should be installed a minimum of 1.75 in. (4.4 cm) above the floor

openings to prevent blocking the floor intake.

Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks

In addition to the requirements listed in the “General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks” section on

page A-1, if mounting the chassis in an open rack (no side panels or doors), ensure that the rack meets

the following requirements:

• Width between two front mounting rails: minimum of 17.75 in. (45.1 cm)

• Minimum vertical rack space per chassis: 1 rack unit (RU), equal to

1.75 in. (4.4 cm)

• The distance between the outside face of the front mounting rail and the outside face of the back

mounting rail should be 23.5 to 34.0 in. (59.7

• The distance between the chassis air vents and any walls should be 2.5 in. (6.4 cm).

to 86.4 cm) to allow for rear bracket installation.

Requirements Specific to Telco Racks

In addition to the requirements listed in the “General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks” section on

page A-1, telco racks sh ould meet the following requir ements:

• The width of the rack between the two rack-mounting rails should be at least 17.75 in. (45.1 cm).

• The distance between the chassis air vents and any walls should be 2.5 in. (6.4 cm).

Cisco MDS 9000 Family Telco and EIA Shelf Bracket

The optional telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit (part number DS-SHELF=) can temporarily or
permanently support the Cisco MDS 9100 Series du ring installation. Once the front rack-mount brackets
are securely attached to the rack-moun ting rail s, the shelf bracket can be removed.

This kit supports the following configurations:

• A Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch in a two-post telco rack

• A Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch in a four-post EIA rack

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Note This optional kit is not provided with the switch; to order the kit, contact your switch supplier.

This section describes the procedure for installing a Cisco MDS 9000 Family switch in a rack or cabinet
using the optional telco and EIA Shelf Bracket Kit. This section includes the following information:

• Rack-Mounting Guidelines, page A-4

• Before Installing the Shelf Brackets, page A-5

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Required Equipment, page A-5

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Installing the Shelf Bracket Kit into a Four-Post EIA Rack, page A-7

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Installing the Shelf Bracket Kit into a Two-Post Telco Rack, page A-5

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Installing the Switch on the Shelf Brackets, page A-8

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Removing the Shelf Bracket Kit (Optional), page A-9

Rack-Mounting Guidelines

Caution If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or the rack is otherwise stabilized.

Caution If installing this kit in an EIA rack, attach the switch to all four rack-mounting rails; the EIA rails may

not be thick enough to prevent flexing of the shelf brackets if only two rails are used.

Before rack-mounting the chassis, ensure that the cabinet or rack meets the following requirements:

• The specifications listed in the “Cabinet and Rack Requirements” section on page A-1.

• The depth of the rack between the front and rear mounting rails is at least 18 in. (45.7 cm) but less

than or equal to 30 in. (76.2 cm). This is specific to four-post EIA cabinets or racks.

• The airflow and cooling are adequate and there is sufficient clearance around the air vents on the

switch, as described in

Appendix B, “Technical Specifications.” This is particularly important to

verify if you are installing the switch in an enclosed cabinet.

• The rack has sufficient vertical clearance for the chassis plus two rack units for the shelf brackets,

and any desired clearance for the installation process.

• The rack meets the minimum rack load ratings per rack unit (RU) listed in the following table.

Rack Ty pe MDS 9513 MDS 9509 MDS 9506 MDS 9216 MDS 9100
EIA (4-post) 45 lb 45 lb 30 lb 15 lb 7.5 lb
Telco (2 post) Do not use. Do not use. 60 lb 30 lb 15 lb

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Before Installing the Shelf Brackets

Before installing the shelf brackets, inspect the contents of your kit. Table A-1 lists the contents of the
shelf bracket kit.

Tab le A-1 Contents of Shelf Bracket Kit

Quantity Part Description

2 Slider brackets
2 Shelf brackets
1 Crossbar
2 10-32 x 3/8-in. Phillips pan-head screws
16 12-24 x 3/4-in. Phillips screws
16 10-24 x 3/4-in. Phillips screws

Required Equipment

You need the following equipment for this installation:

• Number 2 Phillips screwdriver

• Tape measure and level (to ensure shelf brackets are level)

Installing the Shelf Bracket Kit into a Two-Post Telco Rack

Figure A-1 shows the installation of the shelf bracket kit into a two-post telco rack.

Figure A-1 Installing the Shelf Br acket Kit into a Telco Rack

1 Rack-mounting rail (2x) 3 10-32 screws (2x)
2 Shelf bracket (2x) 4 C rossbar

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To install the shelf brackets in a telco rack, follow these steps:

Step 1 Position a shelf bracket inside a rack-mounting rail as shown in Figure A-1 and align the screw holes at

the front of the shelf bracket with the holes in the rack-mounting rail. Then attach the shelf bracket to
the rack-mounting rail using a minimum of four 12-24 or 10-24 screws.

Note The bottom hole of the shelf bracket should align with the bottom hole of a rack unit on the

rack-mounting rail (the hole immediately a bove the 1/2-in. spacing).

Step 2 Repeat with the o ther shel f bracket.
Step 3 Verify that the shelf brackets are at the same height (using the level or tape measure as desired).
Step 4 Attach the crossbar to the rear of the shelf brackets as shown in Figure A-1, using the 10-32 screws.

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Installing the Shelf Bracket Kit into a Four-Post EIA Rack

Figure A-2 shows the installation of the shelf bracket kit into a four-post EIA rack.

Figure A-2 Installing the Shelf Bracket Kit into an EIA Rack

1 Rack-mounting rail (4x) 4 Crossbar
2 Shelf bracket (2x) 5 10-32 screws (2x)
3 Slider rail (2)

To install the shelf brackets in an EIA rack, follow these steps:

Step 1 Position a shelf bracket inside the rack-mounting rails as shown in Figure A-2. Align the scre w holes at

the front of the shelf bracket with the holes in the front rack-mounting rail. Then attach th e shelf bracket
to the front rack-mounting rail using a minimu m of four 12-24 or 10-24 screws.

Note The bottom hole of the shelf bracket should align with the bottom hole of a rack unit on the

rack-mounting rail (the hole immediately a bove the 1/2-in. spacing).

Step 2 Repeat with the o ther shel f bracket.
Step 3 Verify that the shelf brackets are at the same height (using the level or tape measure as desired).

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Step 4 Attach the crossbar to the shelf brackets as shown in Figure A-2, using the 10-32 screws.
Step 5 Insert the slider rails into the shelf brackets as shown in Figure A-2. Then attach them to the rear

rack-mounting rails using a minimum of four 12-24 or 10-24 screws.

Installing the Switch on the Shelf Brackets

This section provides general instructions for installing the switch on top of the shelf brackets. For
detailed installation instructions, see the

page 2-5.

“Installing the Switch in a Cabinet or Rack” section on

Warning

Warning

Note Before you install, operate, or service the system, refer to the Regulatory Compliance and Safety

This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be
accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security.

Statement 1017

Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.

Statement 1030

Information for the Cisco MDS 9000 Family for important safety information.

To install the switch on top of the shelf brackets, follow these steps:

Step 1 Verify that the shelf brackets are level and securely attached to the rack-mounting rails, the crossbar is

securely attached to the shelf brackets, and the rack is stabilized.

Step 2 Slide the switch onto the shelf brackets, ensuring that it is squarely positioned.
Step 3 Attach the switch to the rack-mounting rails. See the “Installing the Switch in a Cabinet or Rack” section

on page 2-5.

Caution We recommend grounding the chassis, even if the rack is already grounded. A grounding pad with two

threaded M4 holes is provided on the chassis for attaching a grounding lug.

Note The grounding lug must be NR TL listed and compatible with copper conductors. Only co pper conductors

(wires) must be used and the copper conductor must comply with National Electrical Code (NEC) for
ampacity.

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Removing the Shelf Bracket Kit (Optional)

The shelf bracket kit can be removed once the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch has been installed in a
four-post EIA rack, and both front rack-mo unt brack ets and both C br ack ets are securely attached t o the
rack-mounting rails.

To remove the shelf bracket kit, follow these steps:

Step 1 Remove the screws fastening the slider br ackets to th e rear rack-mounti ng rails, and then slide the slider

brackets out of the shelf brackets.

Step 2 Remove the screws fastening the crossbar to the shelf brackets, and then remove the crossbar.
Step 3 Remove the screws fastening the shelf brackets to the front rack-mounting rails and remove the shelf

brackets from the rack.

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Technical Specifications

This appendix includes the following technical specifications for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series Fixed
Configuration Fabric Switch:

• Switch Specifications, page B-1

• Power Specifications, page B-3

• SFP Transceiver Specifications, page B-6

• Cisco DWDM SFP Transceivers, page B-12

Switch Specifications

Table B-1 lists the environmental specifications for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series.

Tab le B-1 Environmental Specifications for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

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Description Specification

Temperature, ambient operating 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Temperature, ambient nonoperating and

storage
Humidity (RH), ambient (noncondensing)

operating
Humidity (RH), ambient (noncondensing)

nonoperating and storage
Altitude, operating -197 to 6500 ft (-60 to 2000 m)
Noise levels

Table B-2 lists the physical specifications for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series.

-40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C)

10 to 90%

5 to 95%

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Tab le B-2 Cisco MDS 9100 Series Switch Specifications

Description Specification

Cisco MDS 9148
Switch
Dimensions

Cisco MDS 9134
Switch
Dimensions

Cisco MDS 9124
Switch
Dimensions

Cisco MDS 9140
and MDS

9120
Switch
Dimensions

Rack Unit (RU)
Weight 22.2 lb (Cisco MDS 9148 Switch and Cisco MDS 9120

Width =17.51 in. (44.5 cm)
Height = 1.72 in. (4.47 cm)
Depth = 19.78 in. (50.2 cm)

Width = 17.16 in. (43.59 cm)
Height = 1.72 in. (4.47 cm)
Depth = 18.89 in. (47.98 cm)

Width = 17.16 in. (44.45 cm)
Height = 1.72 in. (4.45 cm)
Depth = 16 in. (40.64 cm)

Width = 17.2 in. (43.69 cm)
Height = 1.75 in. (4.45 cm)
Depth = 23.1 in. (58.67 cm)
Depth with cable guide = 28.1 in. (71.37 cm)

Chassis requires 1 RU (1.75 in. or 4.45 cm)

Switch chassis with two fan modules and two power supp lies
installed)

25 lb (Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and Cisco MDS 9120
Switch chassis with two fan modules and two power supp lies
installed)

20 lb Cisco MDS 9134 Switch with two power supplies
installed

Power Supply
(AC)

16.5 lb (Cisco MDS 9124 Switch with a single power supply
installed)

18.5 lb (Cisco MDS 9124 Switch with two power supplies
installed)

300-W AC dual redundant power supply is standard on all
Cisco MDS 9100 series switches except Cisco MDS 9124
switch.

In the case of Cisco MDS 9124 switch, dual redundant AC
or DC power supplies are optional.

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Table B-2 Cisco MDS 9100 Series Switch Specifications (continued)

Description Specification

Power Supply
(Spares)

Airflow Front to back, except for Cisco MDS 91 48 switch where it is

1. lfm = linear feet per minute

2. cfm = cubic feet per minute

300-W AC power supply spares.
Part Number: DS-CAC-300W= (Cisco MDS 9140 Switch

and Cisco
Part Number: DS-C24-300AC= (Cisco MDS 9124 Switch

and Cisco MDS 9134 Switch).
Part Number: DS-C48-300AC= (Cisco MDS 9148 Switch)

from back to front.
250 lfm1 or 42 cfm2 through the system. A minimum

clearance of 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) is required between the chassis
air vents and any walls.

MDS 9120 Switch)

Power Specifications

This section includes the following information:

• General Power Supply Specifications, pa ge B-3

• Power Supply Requirements and Heat Dissipation Specifications, page B-4

• Connection Guidelines for AC-Powered Systems, page B-5

General Power Supply Specifications

Table B-3 lists the specifications for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series AC input power supply.

Tab le B-3 Cisco MDS 9100 Series AC Input Power Supply Specifications

AC Input Power Supply Specification

AC input voltage Minimum = 85 VAC

Nominal = 100 to 240 VAC
Maximum = 264 VAC

AC input current rating
(maximum)

4.7 A at 85 VAC

3.6 A at 110 VAC

1.8 A at 220 VAC

AC input frequency Minimum = 47 Hz

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“Jumper Power Cord” section on
page C-6.

Nominal = 50 to 60 Hz
Maximum = 63 Hz

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Table B-3 Cisco MDS 9100 Series AC Input Power Supply Specifications

AC Input Power Supply Specification

Power supply output capacity 300 W
Power supply output voltage 12 V +/- 6% up to 25 A
Output holdup time 20ms when input > 100 VAC

Table B-4 lists the specifications for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series DC input power supply.

Tab le B-4 Cisco MDS 9100 Series DC Input Power Supply Specifications

DC Input Power Supply Specification

DC input voltage -48 VDC to -60 VDC continuous
DC input current rating

(maximum)

Power supply output capacity 300 W
Power supply output voltage 12 V +/- 6% up to 25 A
Output holdup time 8 ms when input > 100 VAC

8 A at -48 VDC

6.67 A at -60 VDC.

Note DC power supply does not use count ry

specific power cords. For more
information on DC power supply see

Removing and Installing DC Power
Supplies section in Installing the Cisco
MDS 9100 Series chapter.

Power Supply Requirements and Heat Dissipation Specifications

Table B-5 provides a sample calculation of power and heat dissipation for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

AC input power supply.

Tab le B-5 Power and Heat Dissipation for AC Input Power Supply

Input Current

Model Number/Module

Cisco MDS 9148
Switch (with fan
modules)

Cisco MDS 9134
Switch (with fan
modules)

Cisco MDS 9124
Switch (with fan
modules)

AC Input
Power (watts)

120 maximum 410 1.76 1.36 0.68

96 maximum 330 1.41 1.10 .55

80 maximum 330 1.41 .73 .36

Heat Diss.
(BTU/hr)

85 VAC
(amps)

110 VAC
(amps)

220 VAC
(amps)

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Table B-5 Power and Heat Dissipation for AC Input Power Supply (continued)

Input Current

AC Input

Model Number/Module

Cisco MDS 9140

Power (watts)

204 maximum 870 3.0 2.32 1.16
Switch (with fan
modules)

Cisco MDS 9120

180 maximum 752 2.65 2.05 1.02
Switch (with fan
modules)

Tip To prevent a loss of input power, ensure that the total maximum load on each circuit supplying the

power supply is within the current ratings of the wiring and breakers.

Table B-6 provides a sample calculation of power and heat dissipation for the Cisco MDS 9100 Series

AC input power supply.

Heat Diss.
(BTU/hr)

85 VAC
(amps)

110 VAC
(amps)

220 VAC
(amps)

Tab le B-6 Power and Heat Dissipation for DC Input Power Supply

Input Current

Model Number/

Cisco MDS 9148

DC Input

Power (watts)

Not supported - - -

Heat Diss.
(BTU/hr)

48 VDC
(amps)

Switch (with fan
modules)

Cisco MDS 9134

96 maximum 332 8.00 6.67
Switch (with fan
modules)

Cisco MDS 9124

80 maximum 273 8.00 6.67
Switch (with fan
modules)

Cisco MDS 9140

204 maximum 928 5.67 4.53
Switch (with fan
modules)

Cisco MDS 9120

180 maximum 819 5.00 4.00
Switch (with fan
modules)

60 VDC
(amps)

Connection Guidelines for AC-Powered Systems

For connecting the Cisco MDS 9100 Series switch AC power supplies to the site power source, follow
these basic guidelines:

• Each power supply should have its own dedicated branch circuit.

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• For international, circuits should be sized according to local and national codes.

• The AC power receptacles used to plug in the chassis must be the grounding type. The grounding

conductors that connect to the receptacles should connect to protective earth ground at the service
equipment.

SFP Transceiver Specifications

The Cisco MDS 9100 Series is compatible with SFP transceivers and cables that have LC connectors.
Each transceiver must match the transceiver on the other end of the cable in terms of wavelength, and
the cable must not exceed the stipulated cable length for reliable communications.

Cisco SFP transceivers provide the uplink interfaces, laser transmit (TX), and laser receive (RX), and
they support 850 to 1610 nm nominal wavelengths, depending upo n the transc eiver.

Use only Cisco SFP transceivers on the Cisco MDS 9100 Series. Each Cisco SFP transcei v er is encoded
with model information that enables the switch to verify that the SFP transcei ver meets the requirements
for the switch. For the list of supported SFP transceivers, see the release notes.

For details of SFP transceivers see the data sheet at the following location:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/prod/collateral/ps4159/ps6409/ps4358/product_data_sheet09186a00801b

c698.html
This section provides the following information:

• Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers, page B-6

• Cisco Gigabit Ethernet/Fibre Channel Transceivers, page B-9

• Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers, page B-10

For information about safety, regulatory, and standards compliance, see the Regulat ory Complia nce and
Safety Information for the Cisco MDS 9000 Family.

Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Table B-7 lists the Fibre Channel SFP transceivers available through Cisco Systems exclusively for the

Cisco MDS 9148 Switch.

Tab le B-7 Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers for the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch

Part Number Description Type

DS-SFP-FC8G-SW Cisco 1-, 2-, 4-, or 8-Gbps autosensing SFP+

LC Shortwave Interface

DS-SFP-FC8G-LW Cisco 1-, 2-, 4-, or 8-Gbps Autosensing SFP+

LC Longwave Interface

DS-SFP-FC4G-SW Cisco 1-, 2-, 4-, or 8-Gbps Autosensing SFP

LC Shortwave Interface

DS-SFP-FC4G-MR Cisco 1-, 2-, 4-, or 8-Gbps Autosensing SFP

LC Longwave (4-km reach) Interface

DS-SFP-FC4G-LW Cisco 1-, 2-, 4-, or 8-Gbps Autosensing SFP

LC Longwave Interface

Short wavelength

Long wavelength

Short wavelength

Medium reach

Long wavelength

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Table B-8 lists the Fibre Channel SFP transceivers available through Cisco Systems for the

Cisco MDS 9124 Switch.

Tab le B-8 Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers for the Cisco MDS 9148 Switch, Cisco MDS 9134

Switch, and Cisco

Part Number Description Type

DS-SFP-FC4G-SW 4-Gbps/2-Gbps/1-Gbps Fibre Channel–short

wavelength SFP

DS-SFP-FC4G-MR 4-G bps/2-Gbps/1-G bps Fibre Chan nel–long

wavelength SFP

DS-SFP-FC4G-LW 4-Gbps/2-Gbps/1-Gbps Fibre Channel–lo ng

wavelength SFP

Table B-9 lists the Fibre Channel SFP transceivers available through Cisco Systems for the

Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch.

Tab le B-9 Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers for the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the

MDS 9120 Switch

Cisco

MDS 9124 Switch

Short wavelength

Long wavelength

Long wavelength

Part Number Description Type

DS-SFP-FC2G-SW 2-Gbps/1-Gbps Fibre Channel–short

wavelength SFP

DS-SFP-FC2G-LW 2-Gbps/1-Gbps Fibre Chann el–short

wavelength SFP

DS-SFP-FC2G-LW 2-Gbps/1-Gbps Fibre Channel–long

wavelength SFP

General Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Table B-10 lists general specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP transceivers at 4 Gbps.

Note The cable distances provided are for 4 Gbps.

Tab le B-10 General Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers at 4 Gbps

Description Short Wavelength Long Wavelength

Connector type LC LC
Wavelength 850 nm 1310 nm
Fiber type MMF SMF
Core size 50 microns 62.5 microns 9/125 microns
Cable distance
Transmit power -9 to -2.5 dBm -8.4 to -2 dBm

1. Approximate; actual distance may vary depending on fiber quality and other factors.

1

328.08 yd (300 m) 164.04 yd (150 m) 6.2 miles (10 km)

Short wavelength

Short wavelength

Long wavelength

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Table B-11 lists general specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP transceivers at 2 Gbps.

Note The cable distances provided are for 2 Gbps.

Tab le B-11 General Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Description Short Wavelength Long Wavelength

Connector type LC LC
Wavelength 850 nm 1310 nm
Fiber type MMF SMF
Core size 50 microns 62.5 microns 9/125 microns
Cable distance
Transmit power -10 to -1.5 dBm -9.5 to -3 dBm

1. Approximate; actual distance may vary depending on fiber quality and other factors.

1

300 m 150 m 10 km

Environmental and Electrical Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Table B-12 provides the maximum environmental and electrical ratings for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP

transceivers.

Tab le B-12 Maximum Environmental and Electrical Ratings for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Parameter Symbol Min. Max. Unit

Storage temperature
Case temperature1,
Relative humidity
Module supply voltage

1. Absolute maximum ratings are those values beyond which damage to the device may
occur if these limits are exceeded for other than a short period of time. See Reliability
Data Sheet for specific reliability performance.

2. Functional performance is not intended, device reliability is not implied, and damage to
the device may occur over an extended period of time between absolute maximum ratings
and the recommended operating conditions.

1

2

1,

1,

T

S

T

C

-40 85 °C

0 70 °C
RH 5 95 %
VCCT,R 3.1 3.5 V

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Cisco Gigabit Ethernet/Fibre Channel Transceivers

Table B-13 lists the combination Gigabit Ethernet/Fibre Channel (GE/FC) SFP transceivers available

through Cisco Systems for the Cisco MDS 9140 Switch and the Cisco MDS 9120 Switch.

Tab le B-13 Cisco Gigabit Ether net / Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Part Number Description Type

DS-SFP-FCGE-SW 1-Gbps Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps Fibre

Channel–short wavelength SFP

DS-SFP-FCGE-LW 1-Gbps Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps Fibre

Channel–long wavelength SFP

DS-SFP-GE-T 1-Gbps Ethernet SFP

General Specifications for Cisco GE/FC SFP Transceivers

Table B-14 lists general specifications for Cisco combination Gigabit Ethernet/Fibre Channel SFP

transceivers.

Short wavelength

Long wavelength

Note The cable distances provided are for 2-Gbps.

Tab le B-14 General Specifications for Cisco Gigabit Ethernet/Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers

Description Short Wavelength Long Wavelength

Connector type LC LC
Wavelength 850 nm 1310 nm
Fiber type MMF SMF
Core size 50 microns 62.5 microns 9/125 microns
Cable distance

1

300 m 150 m 10 km

Transmit power -1.5 to -9.5 dBm -3 to -9.5 dBm

1. Approximate; actual distance may vary depending on fiber quality and other factors.

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Environmental and Electrical Specifications for Cisco GE/FC SFP Transceivers

Table B-15 provides the maximum environmental and electrical ratings for Cisco GE/FC SFP

transceivers.

Tab le B-15 Maximum Environmental and Electrical Ratings for Cisco GE/FC SFP Transceivers

Parameter Symbol Min. Max. Unit

1, 2

1

1

T

S

T

C

-40 100 °C
0 85 °C

RH 5 95 %

1

VCCT,R 3.1 3.5 V

Storage temperature
Case temperature
Relative humidity
Module supply voltage

1. Absolute maximum ratings are those values beyond which dam age to the device may occur if
these limits are exceeded for other than a short period of time. See Reliability Data Sheet for
specific reliability performance.

2. Functional performance is not intended, device reliability is not implied, and damage to the
device may occur over an extended period of time between absolute maximum ratings an d the
recommended operating conditions.

Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers

Table B-16 lists the CWDM SFP transceivers available through Cisco Systems. These SFP transceivers

are supported by the Cisco MDS 9140 and Cisco MDS 9120 Switch.

Tab le B-16 Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers

Part Number Description

DS-CWDM-xxxx Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps Fibre Channel SFP LC interface

xxxx where xxxx = 1470, 1490, 1510, 1530, 1550, 1570, 1590, or 1610 nm.
DS-CWDM-MUX-4 Add/drop multiplexer for four CWDM wavelengths.
DS-CWDM-MUX-8 Add/drop multiplexer for eight CWDM wavelengths.
DS-CWDMCHASSIS Two-slot chassis for CWDM add/drop multiplexers.

Table B-17 lists the color codes of the CWDM SFP transceivers.

Tab le B-17 Cisco CWDM SFP Transceivers Color Codes

Description Color

Cisco CWDM SFP 1470 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Gray
Cisco CWDM SFP 1490 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Violet
Cisco CWDM SFP 1510 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Blue
Cisco CWDM SFP 1530 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Green
Cisco CWDM SFP 1550 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Yellow
Cisco CWDM SFP 1570 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Orange
Cisco CWDM SFP 1590 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Re d
Cisco CWDM SFP 1610 nm; Gigabit Ethernet and 1-Gbps/2-Gbps/4-Gbps FC Brown

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