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Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Hardware Installation Guide
First Published: 2018-08-14
Last Modified: 2018-11-07
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1
Product Overview 1
Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Overview 1
Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect 1
Ports on the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect 2
Port Numbering 4
Power Supplies 5
Fan Modules 6
HA Ports and LEDs 6
Management Port LEDs 7
System Environment LEDs 7
Port LEDs 8
L1 and L2 Port LEDs 8
Supported Transceivers 8
SFP 1-Gigabit Transceivers 9
SFP+ Transceivers and SFP+ Copper Cables 9
QSFP Transceivers and Cables 11
SFP Fibre Channel Transceivers 12
CHAPTER 2
Installing the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 15
Preparing for Installation 15
Considerations and Warnings 15
Installation Options 16
Airflow Considerations 16
Fabric Interconnect Weight 16
Installation Guidelines 16
Required Equipment 17
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Cabinet and Rack Requirements 18
General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks 18
Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets 19
Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks 19
Cable Management Guidelines 19
Unpacking and Inspecting the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 19
Installing the Cisco UCS Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack 20
Establishing System Ground 24
Proper Grounding Practices 24
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage 25
Grounding the Fabric Interconnect 27
Starting the System 28
CHAPTER 3
CHAPTER 4
Connecting the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 31
Preparing for Network Connections 31
Connecting to the Console Port 31
Connecting the Management Port 33
Connecting to an SFP28 Ethernet or Fibre Channel Port 33
Installing or Removing Cables into SFP Transceivers 33
Installing a Transceiver 33
Removing a Transceiver 34
Installing or Removing Cables into SFP28 Trancsceivers 35
Installing a Cable into an SFP28 Transceiver 35
Removing a Cable from a Transceiver 35
Maintaining SFP28 Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables 36
Replacing Components 37
Preparing a Fabric Interconnect for Removal 37
Removing a Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 38
Replacing a Fabric Interconnect 38
Repacking the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect for Return Shipment 42
CHAPTER 5
Technical Specifications 43
System Specifications 43
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Power Specifications 43
Transceiver Specifications 45
Environmental Conditions and Power Requirements Specification for SFP Transceivers 45
General Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers 45
Contents
CHAPTER 6
Cable and Port Specifications 47
Accessory Kit for the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect 47
Console Cable 48
Console Port 48
Supported AC Power Cords and Plugs 49
Argentina 49
Australia and New Zealand 50
Peoples Republic of China 50
Europe 51
India, South Africa, and United Arab Emirates 51
Israel 52
Italy 52
North America 53
Switzerland 54
Taiwan 54
United Kingdom 55
CHAPTER 7
Cabinet Jumper Power Cords 55
Site Planning and Maintenance Records 57
Site Preparation Checklist 57
Contact and Site Information 59
Chassis and Module Information 60
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CHAPTER 1
Product Overview
• Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Overview, on page 1
• Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect, on page 1
• Ports on the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect, on page 2
• Port Numbering, on page 4
• Power Supplies, on page 5
• Fan Modules, on page 6
• HA Ports and LEDs, on page 6
• Management Port LEDs, on page 7
• System Environment LEDs, on page 7
• Port LEDs, on page 8
• L1 and L2 Port LEDs, on page 8
• Supported Transceivers, on page 8
Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Overview
The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect provides both network connectivity and management capabilities
to the Cisco UCS system. The fabric interconnect provides Ethernet and Fibre Channel to the servers in the
system, the servers connect to the fabric interconnect, and then to the LAN or SAN.
Each Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect runs Cisco UCS Manager to fully manage all Cisco UCS elements.
The fabric interconnect supports 10/25 Gigabit ports in the fabric with 40/100 Gigabit uplink ports. High
availability can be achieved when a Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect is connected to another Cisco UCS
6454 Fabric Interconnect through the L1 or L2 port on each device.
Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect
The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect is a 1 RU top-of-rack switch with 48 10/25-Gigabit SFP28 ports (8
unified ports) and six 40/100-Gigabit QSFP28 ports. The eight unified ports support 10/25 GbE or 8/16/32G
Fibre Channel speeds. The switch also has one network management port, a console port for setting the initial
configuration, and a USB port for saving or loading configurations. The switch also includes L1/L2 ports for
connecting two fabric interconnects to provide high availability. The switch mounts in a standard 19-inch
rack, such as the Cisco R Series rack. The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect also contains a CPU board
which consists of:
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• Intel Xeon D-1528 v4 Processor, 1.6 GHz
• 64 GB of RAM
• 8 MB of NVRAM (4 x NVRAM chips)
• 128 GB SSD (bootflash)
Figure 1: Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Rear View
Product Overview
1
Ports 9-44 (10/25 Gbps Ethernet or FCoE)2Ports 1-8 (Unified Ports 10/25 Gbps
Ethernet or FCoE or 8/16/32 Gbps Fibre
Channel)
3
4Ports 45-48 (1/10/25 Gbps Ethernet or
FCoE)
Uplink Ports 49-54 (40/100 Gbps Ethernet
or FCoE)
For additional information about the port groups, see Port Numbering, on page 4.
The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect chassis has two power supplies and four fans. Two of the fans
provide front to rear airflow.
Figure 2: Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Front View
Fans 1 through 4, numbered left to right, when
2Power supply and power cord connector1
facing the front of the chassis
3
L1 port, L2 port, RJ45, console, USB port,
and LEDs
Ports on the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect
The ports on the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect can be configured to carry either Ethernet or Fibre
Channel traffic. You can configure only the first eight ports to carry Fibre Channel traffic. The ports cannot
be used by a Cisco UCS domain until you configure them.
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Ports on the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect
Note
When you configure a port on a fabric interconnect, the administrative state is automatically set to enabled.
If the port is connected to another device, this may cause traffic disruption. The port can be disabled and
enabled after it has been configured.
The following table summarizes the second, third and fourth generation ports for the Cisco UCS fabric
interconnects.
Item
Description
fixed 10 GB
Interfaces
Unified Ports
Unified Port
Speeds
Cisco UCS
6248 UP
48-Port Fabric
Interconnect
1/10 Gbps or
1/2/4/8-Gbps
FC
Cisco UCS
6296 UP
96-Port Fabric
Interconnect
4832Number of
1/2/4/8-Gbps
FC
Third GenerationSecond Generation
Cisco UCS
6332
32-Port Fabric
Interconnect
96 (40G to 4 x
10G breakout
cables), QSA,
Port 13 and 14
do not support
40G to 10G
breakout
—1/10 Gbps or
Cisco UCS
6332-16UP
40-Port Fabric
Interconnect
88 (40G to 4 x 10G
breakout cables)
1/10 Gbps or
4/8/16-Gbps FC
Fourth
Generation
Cisco UCS
6454
54-Port Fabric
Interconnect
1 RU1 RU1 RU2 RU1 RUForm factor
48 10/25G
interfaces
816—4832Number of
10/25 Gbps or
8/16/32-Gbps
FC
40-Gbps ports
Range
Compatibility
with the IOM
Compatibility
with the FEX
UCS 2204,
UCS 2208
Cisco Nexus
2232PP
Cisco Nexus
2232TM-E
2432——Number of
UCS 2204,
UCS 2208
UCS 2204,
UCS 2208,
UCS 2204, UCS
2208, UCS 2304
UCS 2304
Cisco Nexus
2232PP
Cisco Nexus
2232TM-E
Cisco Nexus
2232PP
Cisco Nexus
2232TM-E
Cisco Nexus
2348UPQ
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2232PP
Cisco Nexus
2232TM-E
Cisco Nexus
2348UPQ
Six 40/100
Gigabit ports
Ports 1-8Ports 1-16NonePorts 1-48Ports 1-32Unified Port
UCS 2204,
UCS 2208
Cisco Nexus
2232PP
Cisco Nexus
2232TM-E
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Port Numbering
Product Overview
Power Supplies
Port Numbering
Ports on the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect are numbered and grouped according to their function. The
ports are numbered top to bottom and left to right. The following figure shows the port numbering.
Figure 3: Rear View of Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Port Numbers
2 (AC/DC
available)
available)
Third GenerationSecond Generation
Fourth
Generation
NoneNoneNone3 (16 port)1 (16 port)Expansion Slots
44442Fan Modules
2 (AC/DC)2 (AC/DC)2 (AC/DC)2 (AC/DC
1
2Ports 1–8. Unified Ports can operate as
10/25 Gbps Ethernet or 8/16/32 Gbps
Ports 9–44. Each port can operate as either
a 10 Gbps or 25 Gbps SFP28 port.
Fibre Channel. FC ports are converted
in groups of 4 ports by the first 4 ports
(port 1 to 4) or the first 8 ports (port 1
to 8). For more information on how to
configure the port modes, refer to
"Configuring Port Modes for a 6454
Fabric Interconnect" in the Cisco UCS
Network Management Guide, Release
4.0.
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4Ports 45–48. Each port can operate as
a 1 Gbps, 10 Gbps, or 25 Gbps Ethernet
or FCoE port.
Uplink Ports 49–54. Each port can operate
as either a 40 Gbps or 100 Gbps Ethernet
or FCoE port. Ports 49-54 can only be used
to connect to network or FCoE uplink ports
and not UCS server ports. These ports do
not support breakout cables or QSA
module.
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Power Supplies
The fabric interconnect has two power supplies that are accessible from the front of the chassis. The two
power supplies support 1+1 redundancy. The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect and the UCS 6300 Series
Fabric Interconnect utilize the same power supplies.
Table 1: Power Supply Models
Figure 4: AC Power Supply for the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect Front View
Power Supplies
WattageSourceFabric InterconnectCisco PID
650 W110 to 240 VACCisco UCS 6454UCS-PSU-6332-AC
930 W-48 VDCCisco UCS 6454UCS-PSU-6332-DC
Power supplies have two LEDs: one for power status and one for a failure condition.
Green power on LED2Amber fault or Error LED1
DescriptionStateLED
Power supply is on and functioning properlySolid greenPower on LED
Blinking green
3.3 V voltage standby (VSB) is on but the power supply is not
powering up the Fabric Interconnect
There is no AC power to the power supplyOff
Solid amberFault/error LED
Power supply failure that indicates an over voltage, over current,
or over temperature
Blinking amber
AC power is present, 3.3 VSB is on, and the power supply is
off
Normal operationOff
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Fan Modules
If one power supply is installed in the chassis, but the other power supply slot is empty, a blank filler panel
should be used to cover the empty slot.
Fan Modules
The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect supports four fan modules. The fans support 3+1 redundancy. The
Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect and the UCS 6300 Series Fabric Interconnect utilize the same model
fans. All fans are hot swappable but only one fan can be removed at a time.
Product Overview
DescriptionProduct ID (PID)
UCS-FAN-6332
HA Ports and LEDs
The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect has L1, L2 high availability ports, network management port, console
port, and a USB port that are shown in Figure 5. For L1 and L2 ports, the maximum length of Ethernet CAT5e
or CAT6 cable is 100 meters.
Figure 5: HA Ports and LEDs
UCS 6332 and UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect fan
modules. The UCS 6332 and UCS 6454 Fabric
Interconnect use the same model fans.
5
- The USB port can be used for booting or
downloading scripts.
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L2 high availability port2L1 high availability port1
RJ45 console port4RJ45 Network Management Port3
Beacon LED6USB port
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Management Port LEDs
System Status LED7
The status of the beacon and system status LEDs are as follows:
DescriptionStateColorFunctionLocationLED
Front and rearBeacon
LED
Front and rearSystem
Status LED
Management Port LEDs
chassis
power/health at bootup
and run time
Solid OnBlueIndicate selected
Off
Solid onGreenIndicate system
Off
OnAmber
Solid onRed
Blinking
Chassis
selected
Chassis not
selected
Normal
operation
System
powered off
System
fault
Power shut
down by
software
Secure boot
validation
has failed
The status of the management ports is listed below.
OffRight
System Environment LEDs
The system environment LED states are listed below.
DescriptionLED State
Minor fan alarm (a fan is missing or there is a failure)Solid amber
DescriptionLED StateLED Position
No linkOffLeft
Physical linkSolid green
No activity
ActivityBlinking green
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Port LEDs
Product Overview
DescriptionLED State
Solid red
Port LEDs
The port LED states are listed below.
Yellow
Blinking yellow
L1 and L2 Port LEDs
Major fan alarm (two or more fans are missing or have failed, or there is a fan direction
mismatch
DescriptionLED State
Enabled, but SFP not inserted
Administrative down (software shutdown)
Enabled and link is upGreen
Enabled, but link is not connectedOff
Power On Self Test (POST) failed
Port beacon enabled
The L1 and L2 port LED states are listed below.
Supported Transceivers
The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect support SFP28 Ethernet transceivers, SFP transceivers, SFP28
transceivers, SFP28 copper twinax cables with integrated transceivers, SFP Fibre Channel transceivers, QSFP
transceivers, QSFP28 transceivers, and QSFP cables. Except where noted, both the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric
Interconnect support all the transceivers listed in this section. Ports 1–8 operate as unified ports that are capable
of 10/25-Gbps fixed Ethernet, 10/25-Gbps FCoE, or 8-, 16-, or 32 Gbps Fibre Channel ports.
DescriptionLED StateLED Position
No linkOffLeft
Physical linkSolid greenLeft
No activityOffRight
ActivityBlinking greenRight
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SFP 1-Gigabit Transceivers
The SFP 1-Gigabit Ethernet transceiver module is a bidirectional device with a transmitter and receiver in the
same physical package.
Table 2: Supported SFP Optical Transceivers
Note
The maximum length of fiber optic runs is limited to 300 meters. This is imposed by our use of
802.3X/802.1Qbb Priority Pauses. SFP-10G-LR is supported between fabric interconnect and I/O Module,
but the 300 meter limit still applies. For copper wiring the maximum distance is 100 meters.
SFP 1-Gigabit Transceivers
DescriptionModel
1000BASE-T standardGLC-TE
1000BASE-SX short wavelength with MDOMGLC-SX-MMD
1000BASE-T SFP (NEBS 3 ESD)SFP-GE-T
SFP+ Transceivers and SFP+ Copper Cables
The enhanced SFP+ 10-Gigabit Ethernet transceiver module is a bidirectional device with a transmitter and
receiver in the same physical package. It has a 20-pin connector on the electrical interface and duplex LC
connector on the optical interface.
Table 3: Supported Transceivers
SFP-10G-SR
SFP-10G-SR -S
SFP-10G-LR
SFP-10G-LR -S
DescriptionProduct ID
10GBASE-SR SFP+ module (multimode fiber
[MMF])
10GBASE-SR SFP+ module (multimode fiber
[MMF], S-Class)
10GBASE-LR SFP+ module (single-mode fiber
[SMF])
10GBASE-LR SFP+ module (single-mode fiber
[SMF], S-Class)
Cisco 10G Line Extender for FEXFET-10G
Cisco 10GBASE-ER ModuleSFP-10G-ER
Cisco SFP-10G-ER-S module (S-Class)SFP-10G-ER-S
Cisco SFP-10G-ZR moduleSFP-10G-ZR
Cisco SFP-10G-ZR-S module (S-Class)SFP-10G-ZR-S
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SFP+ Transceivers and SFP+ Copper Cables
Product Overview
DescriptionProduct ID
SFP-10G-BXD-I
SFP-10G-BXU-I
SFP-10G-BX40D-I
SFP-10G-BX40U-I
SFP10G-USR
25 GbE Tranceiver
SFP-25G-SR-S
Cisco SFP-10G-BXD-I for 10Km (single-fiber
bidirectional applications)
Cisco SFP-10G-BXU-I for 10Km (single-fiber
bidirectional applications)
Cisco SFP-10G-BX40D-I for 40Km (single-fiber
bidirectional applications)
Cisco SFP-10G-BX40U-I for 40Km (single-fiber
bidirectional applications)
Cisco SFP+ transceiver module - SONET/SDH, 10
GigE
Cisco SFP-10G-LRM 10 Gigabit Interface ConverterSFP10G-LRM
Cisco 25GBASE-SR SFP28 Module for MMF
25GBASE-CR1 Copper Cable 5-meterSFP-H25G-CU5M
25GBASE-CR1 Copper Cable 1-meterSFP-H25G-AOC1M
25GBASE-CR1 Copper Cable 2-meterSFP-H25G-AOC2M
Supported 6454 Fabric Interconnect 10 Gb Cables
SFP-H10GB-CU1M
25GBASE-CR1 Copper Cable 3-meterSFP-H25G-AOC3M
10GBASE-CU SFP+ cable 1 meter, passive
10GBASE-CU SFP+ cable 2 meter, passiveSFP-H10GB-CU2M
10GBASE-CU SFP+ cable 3 meter, passiveSFP-H10GB-CU3M
10GBASE-CU SFP+ cable 5 meter, passiveSFP-H10GB-CU5M
10GBASE-CU SFP+ cable 7 meter, activeSFP-H10GB-ACU7M
10GBASE-CU SFP+ cable 10 meter, activeSFP-H10GB-ACU10M
10GBASE-AOC SFP+ cable 1 meterSFP-10G-AOC1M
10GBASE-AOC SFP+ cable 2 meterSFP-10G-AOC2M
10GBASE-AOC SFP+ cable 3 meterSFP-10G-AOC3M
10GBASE-AOC SFP+ cable 5 meterSFP-10G-AOC5M
10GBASE-AOC SFP+ cable 7 meterSFP-10G-AOC7M
10GBASE-AOC SFP+ cable 10 meterSFP-10G-AOC10M
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Note
The maximum length of fiber optic runs is limited to 300 meters. This is imposed by our use of
802.3X/802.1Qbb Priority Pauses. SFP-10G-LR is supported between fabric interconnect and FEX, but the
300 m limit still applies.
QSFP Transceivers and Cables
The Cisco 6454 Fabric Interconnect supports Cisco 40GGBASE and 100GBASE Quad Small Form Factor
(QSFP) transceiver modules.
Table 4: Supported QSFP Transceivers and Cables
40 GbE Tranceivers
QSFP Transceivers and Cables
DescriptionModel
QSFP-40G-ER4
QSFP-40G-LR4
QSFP-40G-LR4-S
100 GbE Tranceivers
QSFP-100G-SR4-S
40 GbE QSFP Cables
40GBASE-ER4, 1310 nm, SMF with OTU3 data-rate support
40GBASE-LR4, 1310 nm, SMF with OTU3 data-rate supportQSFP-40G-LR4
40GBASE-LR4-Lite, 1310 nm, SMFWSP-Q40GLR4L
40GBASE-SR4 QSFP module (multimode fiber [MMF]), 100 meterQSFP-40G-SR4
40GBASE-SR4 QSFP module (multimode fiber [MMF]), 100 meterQSFP-40G-SR4-S
Cisco 40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ transceiver module for SMF, duplex LC
connector
Cisco 40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ transceiver module for SMF, duplex LC
connector
Cisco 40GBASE-SR-BiDi, duplex MMF (LC)QSFP-40G-SR-BD
100GBASE SR4 QSFP Transceiver, MPO, 100m over OM4 MMF
100GBASE LR4 QSFP Transceiver, LC, 10km over SMFQSFP-100G-LR4-S
100GBASE CWDM4 QSFP Transceiver, 2km over SMFQSFP-100G-SM-SR
QSFP-H40G-CU1M
Cisco 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP direct-attach copper cable, 1-meter, passive
Cisco 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP direct-attach copper cable, 3-meter, passiveQSFP-H40G-CU3M
Cisco 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP direct-attach copper cable, 5-meter, passiveQSFP-H40G-CU5M
Cisco 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP direct-attach copper cable, 7-meter, passiveQSFP-H40G-ACU7M
Cisco 40GBASE-CR4 QSFP direct-attach copper cable, 10-meter, passiveQSFP-H40G-ACU10M
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SFP Fibre Channel Transceivers
100 GbE QSFP Cables
Product Overview
Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 1-meterQSFP-H40G-AOC1M
Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 2-meterQSFP-H40G-AOC2M
Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 3-meterQSFP-H40G-AOC3M
Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 5-meterQSFP-H40G-AOC5M
Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 7-meterQSFP-H40G-AOC7M
Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 10-meterQSFP-H40G-AOC10M
Cisco 40GBase-AOC QSFP direct-attach Active Optical Cable, 15-meterQSFP-H40G-AOC15M
QSFP-100G-CU1M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 passive direct-attach copper cable, 1 meter
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 passive direct-attach copper cable, 3 meterQSFP-100G-CU2M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 passive direct-attach copper cable, 5 meterQSFP-100G-CU3M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 1 meterQSFP-100G-AOC1M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 2 meterQSFP-100G-AOC2M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 3 meterQSFP-100G-AOC3M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 5 meterQSFP-100G-AOC5M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 7 meterQSFP-100G-AOC7M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 10 meterQSFP-100G-AOC10M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 15 meterQSFP-100G-AOC15M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 20 meterQSFP-100G-AOC20M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 25 meterQSFP-100G-AOC25M
Cisco 100GBASE SFP28 active direct-attach optical cable, 30 meterQSFP-100G-AOC30M
SFP Fibre Channel Transceivers
The UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect supports the SFP Fibre Channel transceivers listed below.
Table 5: SFP Fiber Channel Transceivers
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DescriptionModel
8-Gbps Fibre Channel SW SFP+, LCDS-SFP-FC8G-SW
8-Gbps Fibre Channel LW SFP+, LCDS-SFP-FC8G-LW
16-Gbps Fibre Channel SW SFP+, LCDS-SFP-FC16G-SW
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SFP Fibre Channel Transceivers
DescriptionModel
16-Gbps Fibre Channel LW SFP+, LCDS-SFP-FC16G-LW
32-Gbps Fibre Channel SW SFP+, LCDS-SFP-FC32G-SW
32-Gbps Fibre Channel LW SFP+, LCDS-SFP-FC32G-LW
Note
The maximum length of fiber optic runs from the fabric interconnect to a chassis is limited to 300 meters.
This restriction is imposed by the use of 802.3X/802.1Qbb Priority Pauses.
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SFP Fibre Channel Transceivers
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Installing the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
• Preparing for Installation, on page 15
• Cabinet and Rack Requirements, on page 18
• Establishing System Ground, on page 24
Preparing for Installation
Considerations and Warnings
Note
Before you install, operate, or service the system, read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information
for Cisco UCS for important safety information.
CHAPTER 2
Warning
Warning
Warning
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 accompanied 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 must be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment.
Statement 1030
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Installation Options
Note
Each new fabric interconnect requires a license. For information on licensing, see the Configuration Guide
for the version of Cisco UCS Manager that you are using. The configuration guides are available at the
following URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps10281/products_installation_and_configuration_
guides_list.html
Installation Options
You can install the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect in a perforated or solid-walled EIA cabinet or an open
EIA rack (the Cisco R Series Rack is an ideal choice) using the rack-mount kit. For instructions on installing
the fabric interconnect using the rack-mount kit shipped with the chassis, see Installing the Cisco UCS Chassis
in a Cabinet or Rack. .
Airflow Considerations
To ensure proper airflow, follow these guidelines:
Installing the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
• Maintain ambient airflow throughout the data center to ensure normal operation.
• Consider the heat dissipation of all equipment when determining air conditioning requirements. When
evaluating airflow requirements, take into consideration that hot air generated by equipment at the bottom
of the rack can be drawn in the intake ports of the equipment above.
• Ensure that exhaust airflow is unobstructed.
Fabric Interconnect Weight
When lifting the system, follow these guidelines:
• Disconnect all power and external cables before lifting the system.
• Have two people to lift the system. The Cisco UCS 6454 weighs 25.9 pounds (11.7 kg)
• Ensure that your footing is solid and that the weight of the system is evenly distributed between your
feet.
• Lift the system slowly, keeping your back straight. Lift with your legs, not with your back. Bend at the
knees, not at the waist.
Installation Guidelines
When installing the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect, follow these guidelines:
• Prepare the site as described in the Site Preparation Checklist.
• Plan your site configuration and prepare the site before installing the fabric interconnect. lists the
recommended site planning tasks.
• Record the information listed in Site Preparation Checklist as you install and configure the fabric
interconnect.
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• Ensure that there is adequate space around the fabric interconnect to allow for servicing and for adequate
airflow. Site Preparation Checklist lists airflow requirements.
• Ensure that the air conditioning meets the heat dissipation requirements listed in Site Preparation Checklist.
Note
• Ensure that the fabric interconnect is adequately grounded. If the fabric interconnect is not mounted in
a grounded rack, Cisco recommends connecting both the system ground on the fabric interconnect and
the power supply ground to an earth ground.
• Ensure that the site power meets the power requirements listed in Power Specifications. If available, you
can use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect against power failures.
Avoid UPS types that use ferroresonant technology. These UPS types can become unstable with systems
such as the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect, which can have substantial current draw fluctuations because
of fluctuating data traffic patterns.
Required Equipment
Jumper power cords are available for use in a cabinet. See Cabinet Jumper Power
Cords.
• Ensure that circuits are sized according to local and national codes. For North America, the power supply
requires a 15-A or 20-A circuit.
To prevent loss of input power, ensure that the total maximum loads on the circuits supplying power to
the fabric interconnect are within the current ratings for the wiring and breakers.
• Use the following screw torques (listed in Newton-metres) when installing the fabric interconnect:
• Captive screws: 4 in-lb (0.45 Nm)
• M3 screws: 4 in-lb (0.45 Nm)
• M4 screws: 12 in-lb (1.36 Nm)
• 10-32 screws: 20 in-lb (2.26 Nm)
• 12-24 screws: 30 in-lb (3.39 Nm)
Required Equipment
Before beginning the installation, ensure that the following items are ready:
• Number 1 and number 2 Phillips screwdrivers with torque capability
• 3/16-inch 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:
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Cabinet and Rack Requirements
• Grounding cable (6 AWG recommended), sized according to local and national installation requirements;
the required length depends on the proximity of the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect to proper grounding
facilities
• Crimping tool large enough to accommodate girth of lug
• Wire-stripping tool
Cabinet and Rack Requirements
This section provides the requirements for the following types of cabinets and racks, assuming an external
ambient air temperature range of 0 to 104°F (0 to 40°C):
• Standard perforated cabinets (60 percent or greater perforation front and back is required; the Cisco R
Series rack is an ideal choice)
• Standard open racks
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Note
If you are using an enclosed cabinet, we recommend one of the thermally validated types: standard perforated
or solid-walled with a fan tray.
Note
Do not use racks that have obstructions (such as power strips), because the obstructions could impair access
to field-replaceable units (FRUs). The Cisco RP series PDUs when mounted in a Cisco R Series Rack should
not obstruct FRU replacement.
General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks
The cabinet or rack must meet the following requirements:
• Standard 19 in. (48.3 cm) (four-post EIA cabinet or rack, with mounting rails that conform to English
universal hole spacing per section 1 of ANSI/EIA-310-D-1992.
• The minimum vertical rack space per Cisco UCS 6454 fabric interconnect must be one RU (rack unit),
equal to 1.75 in. (4.4 cm).
• The width between the rack-mounting rails must be at least 17.72 in. (45.0 cm) if the rear of the fabric
interconnect is not attached to the rack. For four-post EIA racks, this is the distance between the two
front rails.
• For four-post EIA cabinets (perforated):
• The minimum spacing for the bend radius for fiber-optic cables should have the front-mounting
rails of the cabinet offset from the front door by 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 fabric interconnect.
• 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 to 86.4 cm) to allow for rear-bracket installation.
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• A minimum of 2.5 in. (6.4 cm) of clear space should exist between the side edge of the fabric
interconnect and the side wall of the cabinet. No sizeable flow obstructions should be immediately
in the way of fabric interconnect air intake or exhaust vents.
Note
Optional jumper power cords are available for use in a cabinet.
Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets
A perforated cabinet is defined here as a cabinet with perforated front and rear doors and solid side walls. In
addition to the requirements listed in the General Requirements for Cabinets and Racks, on page 18, 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
square inches of open area per rack unit of door height.
• The roof should be perforated with at least a 20 percent open area.
Requirements Specific to Perforated Cabinets
• The cabinet floor should be open or perforated to enhance cooling.
The Cisco R Series racks meet or exceed all these requirements.
Requirements Specific to Standard Open Racks
In addition to the requirements listed in the , if mounting the chassis in an open rack (no side panels or doors),
the minimum vertical rack space per chassis must be one RU (rack unit), equal to 1.75 in. (4.4 cm).
The Cisco R Series racks meet or exceed all these requirements.
Cable Management Guidelines
To help with cable management, you might want to allow additional space in the rack above and below the
chassis to make it easier to route as many as 56 fiber or copper cables through the rack.
Unpacking and Inspecting the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
Caution
When handling fabric interconnect components, wear an ESD strap and handle modules by the carrier edges
only. An ESD socket is provided on the fabric interconnect. For the ESD socket to be effective, the fabric
interconnect must be grounded through the power cable, the chassis ground, or the metal-to-metal contact
with a grounded rack.
Tip
Optional: Keep the shipping container in case the fabric interconnect requires shipping in the future.
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Note
The interconnect is thoroughly inspected before shipment. If any damage occurred during transportation or
any items are missing, contact your customer service representative immediately.
Procedure
Step 1 Compare the shipment to the equipment list provided by your customer service representative and verify that
you have received all items, including the following:
• Grounding lug kit
• Rack-mount kit
• ESD wrist strap
• Cables with connectors
• Any optional items ordered
Step 2 Check for damage and report any discrepancies or damage to your customer service representative. Have the
following information ready:
• Invoice number of shipper (see packing slip)
• Model and serial number of the damaged unit
• Description of damage
• Effect of damage on the installation
Installing the Cisco UCS Chassis in a Cabinet or Rack
This section describes how to use the rack-mount kit provided to install a Cisco UCS Chassis into a cabinet
or rack that meets the requirements described in Cabinet and Rack Requirements, on page 18.
Caution
If the rack is on wheels, ensure that the brakes are engaged or that the rack is otherwise stabilized.
This table lists the items contained in the rack-mount kit provided with the chassis.
Table 6: Chassis Rack-Mount Kit
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Part DescriptionQuantity
Rack-mount brackets2
M4x0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersink screws12
10-32 cage nuts10
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Procedure
Step 1 Install the front rack-mount brackets as follows:
a) Position a front rack-mount bracket against the chassis and align the screw holes as shown below. You
can attach the front rack-mount bracket at the front or the rear of the chassis, depending on which side
you want to locate on the cold aisle. Then attach the front rack-mount bracket to the chassis with four M4
screws.
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Part DescriptionQuantity
10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips pan-head screws10
Rack-mount guides2
Slider rails2
Note
You can align any four of the holes in the front rack-mount bracket to four of the six screw
holes on the side of the chassis. The holes that you use depend on the requirements of your rack
and the amount of clearance required for interface cables and power supply handles.
b) Repeat Step 1 for the other front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the chassis.
Figure 6: Attaching the Rack-Mount Brackets to the Chassis
1
3
aligned to the rear of the
chassis
aligned to the front of the
chassis
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Four M4 screws used to
attach the bracket to the
chassis
4Rear rack-mount guide
Two M4 screws used to
attach the brackets
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5
6Front rack-mount bracket
aligned to the front of the
chassis
8Rear rack-mount guide7
Four M4 screws used to
attach the bracket to the
chassis
Two M4 screws used to
attach the bracket to the
chassis
Step 2 Install the rear rack-mount guides on the chassis as follows:
a) Align the two screw holes on a rear rack-mount bracket to the middle two screw holes in the remaining
six screw holes on a side of the chassis. If you are aligning the bracket to holes that are near the front end
of the chassis, see callout 3 in the previous figure. Otherwise, see callout 7 in the previous figure.
b) Attach the bracket to the chassis with two of the flat-head M4 screws. See callout 4 or 8 in the previous
figure.
c) Repeat Step 2 with the other rear rack-mount bracket on the other side of the chassis.
Step 3 Attach the slider rails to the rack. Use 2 12-24 screws or 2 10-32 screws, depending on the rack rail thread
type. For racks with square holes, insert the 12-24 cage nuts in position behind the mounting holes in the
slider rails.
a) Repeat with the other slider rail on the other side of the rack.
b) Use the tape measure and level to verify that the rails are horizontal and at the same height.
Figure 7: Installing the Slider Rails
Step 4 Insert the chassis into the rack:
a) Holding the chassis with both hands, position the two rear rack-mount brackets on the chassis between
the two posts that do not have slider rails attached to them (see the following figure).
b) Align the two rear rack-mount guides on either side of the chassis with the slider rails installed in the rack.
Slide the rack-mount glides onto the slider rails, and then gently slide the chassis all the way into the rack.
If the chassis does not slide easily, try realigning the rack-mount glides on the slider rails.
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Figure 8: Sliding the Chassis Into the Rack
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Step 5 Stabilize the chassis in the rack by attaching the front rack-mount brackets to the front rack-mounting rails:
a) Insert 2 screws (12-24 or 10-32, depending on rack type) in each the two front rack-mount brackets (using
a total of four screws) and into the threaded holes in the vertical rack-mounting rail.
b) Repeat for the front rack-mount bracket on the other side of the chassis.
Figure 9: Attaching the Chassis to the Rack
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Establishing System Ground
Establishing System Ground
The system ground is referred to as the network equipment building system (NEBS) ground. You must use
the NEBS ground on AC-powered systems if you are installing this equipment in a U.S. or European Central
Office.
The NEBS ground provides additional grounding for EMI shielding requirements and grounding for the
low-voltage supplies (DC-DC converters) on the modules, and is intended to satisfy the Telcordia Technologies
NEBS requirements for supplemental bonding and grounding connections. You must observe the following
system grounding guidelines for your chassis:
• You must install the NEBS ground connection with any other rack or system power ground connections
that you make. The system ground connection is required if this equipment is installed in a U.S. or
European Central Office.
• You must connect both the NEBS ground connection and the power supply ground connection to an
earth ground. The NEBS ground connection is required if this equipment is installed in a U.S. or European
Central Office.
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• You do not need to power down the fabric interconnect because this device is equipped with AC-input
power supplies.
Proper Grounding Practices
Grounding is one of the most important parts of equipment installation. When you properly ground systems
during installation, you reduce or prevent shock hazards, equipment damage due to transients, and data
corruption.
Table 7: Proper Grounding Guidelines
Environment
to direct lightning strikes.
For example, some places in the
United States, such as Florida, are
subject to more lightning strikes
than are other areas.
Level
HighCommercial building is subjected
Grounding RecommendationsElectromagnetic Noise Severity
All lightning protection devices
must be installed in strict
accordance with manufacturer
recommendations. Conductors
carrying lightning current should
be spaced away from power and
data lines in accordance with
applicable recommendations and
codes. Best grounding
recommendations must be closely
followed.
an area where lightning storms
frequently occur but is not subject
to direct lightning strikes.
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HighCommercial building is located in
Best grounding recommendations
must be closely followed.
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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Environment
mix of information technology
equipment and industrial
equipment, such as welding.
subject to natural environmental
noise or man made industrial noise.
This building contains a standard
office environment. This
installation has a history of
malfunction due to electromagnetic
noise.
subject to natural environmental
noise or man-made industrial noise.
This building contains a standard
office environment.
Level
Medium to highCommercial building contains a
MediumExisting commercial building is not
LowNew commercial building is not
Grounding RecommendationsElectromagnetic Noise Severity
Best grounding recommendations
must be closely followed.
Determine source and cause of
noise if possible, and mitigate as
closely as possible at the noise
source or reduce coupling from the
noise source to the affected
equipment. Best grounding
recommendations must be closely
followed.
Electromagnetic noise problems are
not anticipated, but installing a
grounding system in a new building
is often the least expensive route
and the best way to plan for the
future. Best grounding
recommendations should be
followed as closely as possible.
LowExisting commercial building is not
subject to natural environmental
noise or man-made industrial noise.
This building contains a standard
office environment.
Note
In all situations, grounding practices must comply with local National Electric Code (NEC) requirements or
local laws and regulations.
Note
Always ensure that all of the modules are completely installed and that the captive installation screws are
fully tightened. In addition, ensure that all I/O cables and power cords are properly seated. These practices
are normal installation practices and must be followed in all installations.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, which can occur when modules or other devices are improperly handled,
results in intermittent or complete failures. Modules consist of printed circuit boards that are fixed in metal
carriers. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and connectors are integral components of the carrier.
Electromagnetic noise problems are
not anticipated, but installing a
grounding system is always
recommended. Best grounding
recommendations should be
followed as much as possible.
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Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Although the metal carrier helps to protect the board from ESD, always use an ESD grounding strap when
handling modules.
For preventing ESD damage, follow these guidelines:
• Always use an ESD wrist strap and ensure that it makes maximum contact with bare skin.
• ESD grounding straps are available with banana plugs, metal spring clips, or alligator clips. All Cisco
UCS Fabric Interconnects are equipped with a banana plug connector (identified by the ground symbol
next to the connector) somewhere on the front panel. We recommend that you use a personal ESD
grounding strap equipped with a banana plug.
• If you choose to use the disposable ESD wrist strap supplied with most field-replaceable units or an ESD
wrist strap equipped with an alligator clip, you must attach the system ground lug to the fabric interconnect
in order to provide a proper grounding point for the ESD wrist strap. This system ground is also referred
to as the network equipment building system (NEBS) ground.
• If your fabric interconnect does not have the system ground attached, you must install the system ground
lug. See the Establishing System Ground, on page 24 for installation instructions and location of the
fabric interconnect system ground pads.
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You do not need to attach a supplemental system ground wire to the system ground lug; the lug provides a
direct path to the bare metal of the fabric interconnect. Before you install the system ground lug, you must
correctly attach the ESD wrist strap.
In addition, follow these guidelines when handling components:
• Handle carriers by available handles or edges only; avoid touching the printed circuit boards or connectors.
• Place a removed component board-side-up on an antistatic surface or in a static-shielding container. If
you plan to return the component to the factory, immediately place it in a static-shielding container.
• Never attempt to remove the printed circuit board from the metal carrier.
Caution
For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap. The measurement should be between
1 and 10 megohm (Mohm).
Procedure
Step 1 Attach the ESD wrist strap to bare skin as follows:
a) If you are using the ESD wrist strap supplied with the FRUs, open the wrist strap package and unwrap
the ESD wrist strap. Place the black conductive loop over your wrist and tighten the strap so that it makes
good contact with your bare skin.
b) Open the package and remove the ESD wrist strap. Locate the end of the wrist strap that attaches to your
body and secure it to your bare skin.
Step 2 Grasp the spring or alligator clip and momentarily touch the clip to a bare metal spot, such as an unpainted
rack rail, to safely dissipate any built-up static charge to the entire rack.
Step 3 Attach the ESD strap to the system ground in one of the following ways:
• If you are using a wrist strap that is equipped with a plug, insert the plug into an open screw hole used
for the grounding lug.
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• If you are using a wrist strap with spring or alligator clips, attach either the spring clip or the alligator
clip to the ground lug screw:
If you are using the ESD wrist strap that is supplied with the FRUs, squeeze the spring clip jaws open, position
the spring clip to one side of the system ground lug screw head, and slide the spring clip over the lug screw
head so that the spring clip jaws close behind the lug screw head.
Grounding the Fabric Interconnect
Note
The spring clip jaws do not open wide enough to fit directly over the head of the lug screw or the
lug barrel.
If you are using an ESD wrist strap that is equipped with an alligator clip, attach the alligator clip
directly over the head of the system ground lug screw or to the system ground lug barrel.
Grounding the Fabric Interconnect
The fabric interconnect has a grounding pad with two threaded M4 holes for attaching a grounding lug. The
following are guidelines for grounding the fabric interconnect.
• When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected
last. Statement 1046
• We recommend grounding the fabric interconnect, even if the rack is already grounded.
• All power supplies must be grounded. The receptacles of the AC power cables used to provide power to
the fabric interconnect must be the grounding type, and the grounding conductors should connect to
protective earth ground at the service equipment.
• When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected
last. Statement 1046
• Grounding the fabric interconnect is required if you are using DC power supplies, even if the rack is
already grounded. A grounding pad with two threaded M4 holes is provided on the fabric interconnect
for attaching a grounding lug. The ground lug must be NRTL listed. In addition, the copper conductor
(wires) must be used and the copper conductor must comply with NEC code.
Procedure
Step 1 Use a wire-stripping tool to remove approximately 0.75 inches (19 mm) of the covering from the end of the
grounding cable.
Step 2 Insert the stripped end of the 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 fabric interconnect.
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Figure 10: Connecting the System Ground
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 the System
Note
Do not connect the Ethernet port to the LAN until the initial system configuration has been performed. For
instructions on configuring the system, see the Configuration Guide for the version of Cisco UCS Manager
that you are using. The configuration guides are available at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/
servers-unified-computing/ucs-manager/products-installation-and-configuration-guides-list.html
Warning
When installing or replacing the unit, the ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.
Statement 1046
Note
The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times, because it serves as the main disconnecting
device. Statement 1019
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Procedure
Step 1 Verify that empty power supply slots have filler panels installed, the faceplates of all modules are flush with
the front of the chassis, and the captive screws of the power supplies, fan module, and all expansion modules
are tight.
Step 2 Verify that the power supply and the fan modules are installed. (See Replacing or Installing Power Supplies
if necessary.)
Note
Depending on the outlet receptacle on your power distribution unit, you may need the optional
jumper power cord to connect the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect to your outlet receptacle. See
Cabinet Jumper Power Cords.
Step 3 Ensure that the chassis is adequately grounded, and that the AC or DC power available has the required power
voltages (see Power Specifications). For a DC installation, see Wiring a DC Power Connector to correctly
wire the DC connector before applying a DC cable.
Step 4 For a first-time installation, you will need to work with your network manager to determine the following
parameters:
• System name
• Password for the admin account. Choose a strong password that meets the guidelines for Cisco UCS
Manager passwords. This password can not be blank.
• Management port IP address and subnet mask
• Default gateway IP address
• DNS server IP address (optional)
• Domain name for the system (optional)
Step 5 Connect a PC or laptop directly to the console port of the primary or standalone fabric interconnect. In a
cluster configuration, the primary will be the fabric interconnect that powers up first. The console port on the
terminal should be set to 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
Step 6 If the fabric interconnect will be running in a cluster with another fabric interconnect, you will need to connect
Ethernet cables between the L1 and L2 ports. Port L1 on fabric interconnect A connects to L1 on fabric
interconnect B, and Port L2 on fabric interconnect A connects to L2 on fabric interconnect B. If the fabric
interconnect and the UCS instance will be in standalone mode this will not be necessary.
Step 7 Connect the power cable to a power source. The system should power on as soon as you connect the AC
power cable, HVDC power cable, or DC power connector.
Step 8 Listen for the fans; they should begin operating when you plug in the power cable.
Step 9 After the system boots, verify that the LED operation is as follows:
• Fan module—Status LED is green.
• Power supply—Status LED is green.
• After initialization, the system status LED is green, indicating that all chassis environmental monitors
are reporting that the system is operational. If this LED is orange or red, then at least one environmental
monitor is reporting a problem.
• The Link LEDs for the Ethernet connector should not be on unless the cable is connected.
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Note
The link LEDs for the Fibre Channel ports remain yellow until the ports are enabled, and the LED
for the Ethernet connector port remains off until the port is connected.
Step 10 If there is a problem, try removing and reinstalling a component that is not operating correctly. If it still does
not operate correctly, contact your customer service representative for a replacement.
Note
If you purchased this product through a Cisco reseller, contact the reseller directly for technical
support. If you purchased this product directly from Cisco, contact Cisco Technical Support at this
URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/support/tsd_cisco_worldwide_contacts.html.
Step 11 Verify that the system software has booted and that the system has initialized without error messages.
If you cannot resolve an issue, contact your customer service representative.
Step 12 Complete the worksheets provided in Site Preparation Checklist for future reference.
Step 13 Configure the primary fabric interconnect as described in thr Configuration Guide for the version of Cisco
UCS Manager that you are using. The configuration guides are available at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/
c/en/us/support/servers-unified-computing/ucs-manager/products-installation-and-configuration-guides-list.html
Step 14 Power up the secondary fabric interconnect, connect the terminal to the console port, and configure the
secondary fabric interconnect as described in the Cisco UCS Manager Configuration Guide.
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• Preparing for Network Connections, on page 31
• Connecting to the Console Port, on page 31
• Connecting the Management Port, on page 33
• Connecting to an SFP28 Ethernet or Fibre Channel Port, on page 33
• Maintaining SFP28 Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables, on page 36
Preparing for Network Connections
The Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect provides the following types of ports:
• RS-232 port to create a local management connection.
• Ethernet ports, encrypted and unencrypted, to connect to a LAN.
• Fibre Channel ports to connect to a SAN.
When preparing your site for network connections to the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect, consider the following
for each type of interface, and gather all the required equipment before connecting the ports:
CHAPTER 3
• Cabling required for each interface type
• Distance limitations for each signal type
• Additional interface equipment required
Tip
You can save time and confusion when making cabling changes if you make a
copy of the and keep it accurate for your current configuration.
Connecting to the Console Port
Caution
You can connect the console port to a modem. If you do not connect it to a modem, connect it either before
powering on the system or after the system has completed the boot process.
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Connecting to the Console Port
The console port on a Cisco UCS fabric interconnect provides an RS-232 serial connection over an RJ-45
interface. This interface can be used for the following tasks:
• Perform initial setup on a newly installed system that does not yet have other connectivity options
• Perform software recovery tasks when other connectivity is unavailable
• Monitor network statistics and errors
• Configure SNMP agent parameters
• Download software updates
Any device connected to this port must be capable of asynchronous transmission.
Before you begin
You may have to acquire some or all of the following:
• The Cisco serial console management cable.
• A USB to DB9 serial adapter and any drivers the adapter requires.
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• Terminal emulation software such as PuTTY, HyperTerminal or Procomm Plus.
• A computer that can support VT100 terminal emulation.
Procedure
Step 1 Plug the RJ-45 end of the serial management cable into the console port on the fabric interconnect, and connect
the DB-9 male end into the serial port on a laptop or other computer.
If the computer you will use does not have a serial port, you will need to use the Serial to USB adapter. Be
sure to install the drivers for your adapter.
Step 2 Start your terminal software.
Step 3 Configure the terminal software as follows:
• The COM port for the connection you are about to establish is the connection to the fabric interconnect.
You may need to look in the computer's device manager to confirm this.
• The other connection parameters are 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
Step 4 Use the terminal software's command to open the connection to the fabric interconnect.
A session window will start and you will see one of the following prompts:
loader>
or
switch(boot)#
or
FI-A(local-mgmt)#
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You now have terminal access. Depending on the prompt, you may have all Cisco UCS Manager CLI commands
or a very abbreviated set of configuration commands.
Connecting the Management Port
Connecting the Management Port
Caution
Step 1 Connect the appropriate modular cable to the Ethernet management connector port:
Step 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the device.
To prevent an IP address conflict, do not connect the management port to the network until the initial
configuration is complete. For configuration instructions, see the Configuration Guide for the version of Cisco
UCS Manager that you are using. The configuration guides are available at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/
c/en/us/support/servers-unified-computing/ucs-manager/products-installation-and-configuration-guides-list.html
The Ethernet management connector port has an RJ-45 interface that will connect to a switch or router.
Procedure
• Use modular, RJ-45, straight-through UTP cables to connect the port to an Ethernet switch or hub.
• Use a cross-over cable to connect to a router interface.
Connecting to an SFP28 Ethernet or Fibre Channel Port
Installing or Removing 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 1 inch if there is no tension in the cable, or 2 inches if there is tension in the
cable.
Installing a Transceiver
Use an SFP28 transceiver to connect to an Ethernet or Fibre Channel port.
Procedure
Step 1 Attach an ESD wrist strap and follow the instructions for its use.
Step 2 Remove the dust cover from the port cage.
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Removing a Transceiver
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, position 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, position the transceiver with the clasp on the bottom, close the clasp
by pushing it up over the transceiver, and then gently insert the transceiver into the port until it clicks
into place.
• If the transceiver does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly positioned and the tab or clasp are in
the correct position before continuing.
Connecting the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
Note
Removing a Transceiver
Use an SFP28 transceiver to connect to an Ethernet or Fibre Channel port.
Caution
Step 1 Attach an ESD wrist strap and follow the instructions for its use.
Step 2 If a cable is installed in the transceiver:
Excessively installing and removing an SFP or SFP28 transceiver can shorten its life. Do not remove and
install transceivers unless it is absolutely necessary. We recommend disconnecting cables before installing
or removing transceivers to prevent damage to the cable or transceiver.
Procedure
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 cable end of the transceiver.
If you cannot install the cable into the transceiver, insert or leave the dust plug in the cable end of
the transceiver.
If the transceiver does not remove easily in the next step, push the transceiver completely in and then
ensure that the latch is in the correct position before continuing.
Step 3 Remove the transceiver from the port:
• 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 cannot remove the SFP28 transceiver, reseat it by returning the bale clasp to the up
position. Press the SFP28 transceiver inward and upward into the cage. Next, lower the bale
clasp and pull the SFP28 transceiver straight out with a slight upward lifting force. Be careful
not to damage the port cage during this process.
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Installing or Removing Cables into SFP28 Trancsceivers
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 If another transceiver is not being installed, protect the optical cage by inserting a clean cover.
Installing or Removing Cables into SFP28 Trancsceivers
Installing a Cable into an SFP28 Transceiver
Caution
Step 1 Attach an ESD wrist strap and follow the instructions for its 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
To prevent possible damage to the cable or transceiver, install the transceiver in the port before installing the
cable in the transceiver.
Procedure
place.
If the cable does not install easily, ensure that it is correctly positioned before continuing.
For instructions on verifying connectivity, see the Configuration Guide for the version of Cisco UCS Manager
that you are using. The configuration guides are available at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/
servers-unified-computing/ucs-manager/products-installation-and-configuration-guides-list.html
Removing a Cable from a Transceiver
Caution
Caution
Caution
To prevent damage to the copper cables, do not place more tension on them than the rated limit and do not
bend to a radius of less than 1 inch if there is no tension in the cable, or 2 inches if there is tension in the cable.
When pulling a cable from a transceiver, grip the body of the connector. Do not pull on the jacket sleeve,
because this action can compromise the fiber-optic termination in the connector.
If the cable cannot be easily removed, ensure that any latch present on the cable has been released before
continuing.
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Maintaining SFP28 Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables
Procedure
Step 1 Attach an ESD wrist strap and follow the instructions for its use.
Step 2 Press the release latch on the cable, grasp 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 SFP28 Transceivers and Fiber-Optic Cables
SFP28, SFP+ transceivers, and fiber-optic cables must be kept clean and dust-free to maintain high signal
accuracy and prevent damage to the connectors. Attenuation (loss of light) is increased by contamination and
should be kept below 0.35 dB.
Consider the following maintenance guidelines:
• Transceivers are static sensitive. To prevent ESD damage, wear an ESD wrist strap that is connected to
the chassis.
• Do not remove and insert a transceiver more often than is necessary. Repeated removals and installation
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, ensuring that they remain free of fingerprints and other contamination.
• Clean regularly; the required frequency of cleaning depends upon the environment. In addition, clean
connectors if they are exposed to dust or are accidentally touched. Both wet and dry cleaning techniques
can be effective. Refer to fiber-optic cleaning procedures for your site.
• 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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Replacing Components
• Preparing a Fabric Interconnect for Removal, on page 37
• Removing a Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect, on page 38
• Replacing a Fabric Interconnect, on page 38
• Repacking the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect for Return Shipment, on page 42
Preparing a Fabric Interconnect for Removal
Removing a standby fabric interconnect is non-disruptive in a redundant Cisco UCS configuration. Removing
an active fabric interconnect will cause the standby fabric interconnect to become active with minimal or no
disruption.
Caution
Step 1 Use Cisco UCS Manager to perform the following tasks:
Step 2 Power down every attached chassis as described in the Cisco UCS 5108 Server Chassis Hardware Installation
Be aware that if you remove both the active and standby fabric interconnect, or the sole fabric interconnect
from a standalone system, you are shutting down the entire Cisco UCS domain.
Procedure
a) Back up your Cisco UCS Manager configuration.
b) Shut down the OS on all servers in the Cisco UCS domain.
c) Disable the Smart Call Home feature in the Cisco UCS domain.
d) Decommission every attached chassis in the Cisco UCS domain.
For details, see the Configuration Guide for the version of Cisco UCS Manager that you are using. The
configuration guides are available at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/
servers-unified-computing/ucs-manager/products-installation-and-configuration-guides-list.html.
Guide.
When powering down and removing clustered fabric interconnects, remove the secondary fabric interconnect
first, and then remove the primary fabric interconnect.
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Removing a Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
Replacing Components
Caution
Step 1 Ensure that the weight of the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect is fully supported and that the chassis is being
Step 2 Remove the two screws holding the grounding cable to the chassis.
Step 3 Disconnect the power cord and the console cables.
Step 4 Disconnect all cables that are connected to SFP28 transceivers.
Step 5 Remove the screws fastening the front rack-mount brackets to the mounting rails.
Step 6 Gently slide the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect toward you, off of the slider rails and out of the rack.
The slider rail and front rack-mount brackets do not have a stop mechanism when sliding in and out. If the
front of the chassis is unfastened from the rack and the chassis slides forward on the slider rails, it may slip
off the end of the rails and fall out of the rack.
Procedure
held by another person.
Replacing a Fabric Interconnect
Use the following procedure when you need to replace a single fabric interconnect with the same model of
fabric interconnect.
Use Cisco UCS Manager, either the GUI or the CLI, to perform the software-related tasks mentioned in the
following procedure. For additional information, refer to the Cisco UCS Manager Getting Started Guide, the
Cisco UCS Manager Infrastructure Management Guide, and the instructional videos available at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/servers-unified-computing/ucs-manager/
products-installation-and-configuration-guides-list.html
As a best practice, perform a full configuration backup before replacing the fabric interconnect.
Note
Verify that all vNICs are either redundant or that the fabric failover is enabled.
Procedure
Step 1 Contact Cisco TAC or your Cisco Sales representative to have them transfer the license to the replacement
fabric interconnect.
Step 2 Label the ports and the cables that you using so that you can refer to this information later. The cabling and
port numbering should be same for the replacement fabric interconnect.
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Replacing a Fabric Interconnect
Step 3 Log into UCS Manager and verify the state of the fabric interconnect, either active or subordinate. From the
CLI, enter the show cluster extended-state command. High availability (HA) should be running in UCS
Manager.
Example:
FI-A# show cluster extended-state
Cluster Id: 0x537d0580bf9911e0-0x8955000decd07984
A: UP, PRIMARY
B: UP, SUBORDINATE
A: memb state UP, lead state PRIMARY, mgmt services state: UP
B: memb state UP, lead state SUBORDINATE, mgmt services state: UP
heartbeat state PRIMARY_OK
INTERNAL NETWORK INTERFACES:
eth1, UP
eth2, UP
HA READY <<<<<<<<<<<<<←---------------- HA is READY
Detailed state of the device selected for HA storage:
Chassis 1, serial: FOX1344G1R1, state: active
Chassis 2, serial: FOX1318GDKR, state: active
FI-A#
Step 4 Back up the software configuration.
Step 5 Use the fabric evacuation procedure on the subordinate fabric interconnect to ensure there is no data traffic
impact during the hardware replacement.
Step 6 Power down the subordinate fabric interconnect by unplugging it from the power source.
Example:
FI-A# show cluster extended-state
Cluster Id: 0x537d0580bf9911e0-0x8955000decd07984
A: UP, PRIMARY
B: DOWN, INAPPLICABLE
A: memb state UP, lead state PRIMARY, mgmt services state: UP
B: memb state DOWN, lead state INAPPLICABLE, mgmt services state: DOWN
heartbeat state SECONDARY_FAILED
INTERNAL NETWORK INTERFACES:
eth1, DOWN
eth2, DOWN
HA NOT READY
Peer Fabric Interconnect is down
Detailed state of the device selected for HA storage:
Chassis 1, serial: FOX1344G1R1, state: active
Chassis 2, serial: FOX1318GDKR, state: active
FI-A#
Step 7 Disconnect the cables from the front and back of the fabric interconnect and remove it. Follow the instructions
in this section for removing a fabric interconnect.
Step 8 Install the replacement fabric interconnect. Follow the instructions in this section for installing the fabric
interconnect.
Step 9 Connect the management and console cables to the replacement fabric interconnect.
Step 10 Connect the L1/L2 cables that were disconnected to the replacement fabric interconnect.
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Step 11 Connect the data cable according to the labels that you created in Step 2.
Step 12 Connect the power cable to the fabric interconnect and it will automatically boot and run POST tests.
---- Basic System Configuration Dialog ----
This setup utility will guide you through the basic configuration of
the system. Only minimal configuration including IP connectivity to
the Fabric interconnect and its clustering mode is performed through these steps.
Type Ctrl-C at any time to abort configuration and reboot system.
To back track or make modifications to already entered values,
complete input till end of section and answer no when prompted
to apply configuration.
Enter the configuration method. (console/gui) ? console
Installer has detected the presence of a peer Fabric interconnect.
This Fabric interconnect will be added to the cluster. Continue (y/n) ? y
Enter the admin password of the peer Fabric interconnect:
Connecting to peer Fabric interconnect... done
Retrieving config from peer Fabric interconnect... done
Peer Fabric interconnect Mgmt0 IP Address: 122.255.252.2
Peer Fabric interconnect Mgmt0 IP Netmask: 255.255.255.0
Cluster IP address : 122.255.252.1
Physical Switch Mgmt0 IPv4 address : 122.255.252.3
Apply and save the configuration (select 'no' if you want to re-enter)? (yes/no): yes
Applying configuration. Please wait.
Configuration file - Ok
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FI-B login:
Step 13 If necessary, upgrade the UCS Manager software. If the replacement fabric interconnect is not running the
same firmware version as the cluster, the setup utility can upgrade the firmware.
Example:
---- Basic System Configuration Dialog ----
This setup utility will guide you through the basic configuration of
the system. Only minimal configuration including IP connectivity to
the Fabric interconnect and its clustering mode is performed through
these steps.
Type Ctrl-C at any time to abort configuration and reboot system.
To back track or make modifications to already entered values,
complete input till end of section and answer no when prompted
to apply configuration.
Enter the configuration method. (console/gui) ? console
Installer has detected the presence of a peer Fabric interconnect.
This Fabric interconnect will be added to the cluster. Continue (y/n) ? y
Enter the admin password of the peer Fabric interconnect:
Connecting to peer Fabric interconnect... done
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Retrieving config from peer Fabric interconnect... done
Installer has determined that the peer Fabric Interconnect is
running a different firmware version than the local Fabric.
Cannot join cluster.
Local Fabric Interconnect
UCSM version : 3.1(2c)
Kernel version : 5.0(3)N2(3.12b)
System version : 5.0(3)N2(3.12b)
local_model_no : UCS-FI-6454
Peer Fabric Interconnect
UCSM version : 3.1(2c)
Kernel version : 5.0(3)N2(3.12c)
System version : 5.0(3)N2(3.12c)
peer_model_no : UCS-FI-6454
Do you wish to update firmware on this Fabric Interconnect to the
Peer's version? (y/n): y
Updating firmware of Fabric Interconnect.......
[ Please don't press Ctrl+c while updating firmware ]
Updating images
Please wait for firmware update to complete.
<output truncated>
Install has been successful.
Firmware Updation Successfully Completed. Please wait to enter the IP address
Peer Fabric interconnect Mgmt0 IPv4 Address: xx.xx.xx.xx
Peer Fabric interconnect Mgmt0 IPv4 Netmask: xx.xx.xx.xx
Cluster IPv4 address : xx.xx.xx.xx
Peer FI is IPv4 Cluster enabled. Please Provide Local
Fabric Interconnect Mgmt0 IPv4 Address
Physical Switch Mgmt0 IP address : xx.xx.xx.xx
Apply and save the configuration (select 'no' if you want to re-enter)?
(yes/no): yes
Applying configuration. Please wait.
Fri Dec 9 19:57:15 UTC 2016
Configuration file - Ok
Step 14 Enter the show cluster extended-state command to revalidate the cluster state and verify that HA is ready.
Example:
FI-A# show cluster extended-state
Cluster Id: 0x537d0580bf9911e0-0x8955000decd07984
A: UP, PRIMARY
B: UP, SUBORDINATE
A: memb state UP, lead state PRIMARY, mgmt services state: UP
B: memb state UP, lead state SUBORDINATE, mgmt services state: UP
heartbeat state PRIMARY_OK
INTERNAL NETWORK INTERFACES:
eth1, UP
eth2, UP
HA READY <<<<<<<<<<<<<←---------------- HA is READY
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Detailed state of the device selected for HA storage:
Chassis 1, serial: FOX1344G1R1, state: active
Chassis 2, serial: FOX1318GDKR, state: active
FI-A#
Step 15 Disable fabric evacuation and verify that traffic is flowing in both fabric interconnects.
Step 16 Apply the port license to the fabric interconnect.
Repacking the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect for Return
Shipment
If you need to return the fabric interconnect, remove the fabric interconnect from the rack and repack it for
shipment. If possible, use the original packing materials and container to repack the unit. Contact your Cisco
customer service representative to arrange for return shipment to Cisco.
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Technical Specifications
• System Specifications, on page 43
• Power Specifications, on page 43
• Transceiver Specifications, on page 45
System Specifications
Table 8: Physical Specifications
Physical (Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect)
CHAPTER 5
SpecificationDescription
Dimensions (H x W x D)
Environmental
Temperature, operating
Power Specifications
Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect supports AC or DC power supplies. You must use identical power
supplies—either two AC or two DC power supplies with the fabric interconnect. In addition, if you use a DC
power supply, you must use two corresponding DC power cords. The Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect
and the UCS 6300 Series Fabric Interconnect utilize the same power supplies.
1.72 in. x 17.3 in. x 22.5 in. (4.4 cm x 43.94 cm x 57.1
cm)
22 lb (9.97 kg)Weight (with two power supplies installed)
32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
-40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C)Temperature, nonoperating
5 to 95%Humidity (RH), noncondensing
0 to 10000 ft (0 to 3000 m)Altitude
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Note
Technical Specifications
You cannot mix power supply types in a Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect.
Table 9: Specifications for the Cisco UCS 6332 AC Power Supply (UCS-PSU-6332-AC)
Cisco UCS 6332 Fabric InterconnectAC Power Supply Properties
650 WMaximum output per power supply
100 to 240 VACInput voltage
Maximum AC input current
7.6 A @ 100 VAC
3.65 A @ 208 VAC
12 ms @50% loadMaximum holdup time
12 VDCPower supply output voltage
12 VDCPower supply standby voltage
YesRoHS compliance
YesHot swappable
Efficiency rating
Climate Savers Platinum Efficiency (80Plus Platinum
Certified)
Table 10: Specifications for the Cisco UCS 6332 DC Power Supply (UCS-PSU-6332-DC)
Cisco UCS 6332 Fabric InterconnectDC Power Supply Properties
930 WMaximum output per power supply
-48 VDCInput voltage
23 A maximum @ -48 VDCMaximum HVDC input current
Efficiency rating
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8 ms @ 50% loadMaximum holdup time
12 VDCPower supply output voltage
12 VDCPower supply standby voltage
YesRoHS compliance
YesHot swappable
Climate Savers Platinum Efficiency (80Plus Platinum
Certified)
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Transceiver Specifications
Table 11: General Specifications for the 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Transceiver Module
Transceiver Specifications
Short RangeDescription
LCConnector type
850 nmWavelength
50 microns—300 mCore size—Cable distance
62.5 microns—33 m
Environmental Conditions and Power Requirements Specification for SFP
Transceivers
Table 12: Environmental Conditions and Power Requirements Specifications for SFP Transceivers
MaximumMinimumSymbolParameter
1
2,
2
2
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.
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.
85°C (185°F)-40°C (-40°F)TSStorage temperature
70°C (158°F)0°C (32°F)TCCase temperature
95%5%RHRelative humidity
3.5 V3.1 VVCCT,RModule supply voltage
General Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers
The table below lists the general specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP transceivers at 4 Gbps.
Table 13: General Specifications for Cisco Fibre Channel SFP Transceivers at 4 Gbps
Short WavelengthDescription
LCConnector type
850 nmWavelength
MMFFibre type
50 microns—328.08 yd (300 m)Core size—Cable distance
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3
Approximate; actual distance may vary depending on fiber quality and other factors.
Technical Specifications
Short WavelengthDescription
-9 to -2.5 dBMTransmit power
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Cable and Port Specifications
• Accessory Kit for the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect, on page 47
• Console Cable, on page 48
• Console Port, on page 48
• Supported AC Power Cords and Plugs, on page 49
Accessory Kit for the Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect
The Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect accessory kit includes the following items:
• 2 slider rails
• 2 rack-mount guides
• 2 rack-mount brackets
• 12 M4 x 0.7 x 8-mm Phillips countersunk screws
• 10 10-32 rack nuts
• 10 10-32 x 3/4-inch Phillips pan-head screws
• 1 console cable with an RJ-45-RS-232 adapter and a DB9 adapter
• 1 ground lug kit
• 1 ESD wrist strap
• 1 power cord clip (a wire clip that is used to retain the power cord)
• 1 pointer document (specifies where to find the online product documentation)
Note
Additional parts can be ordered from your customer service representative.
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Console Cable
Console Cable
The console cable has an RJ-45 connector on one end and a DB9 connector on the other; this cable is used to
connect into the RS-232 console connection on a laptop.
Console Cable
Cable and Port Specifications
Table 14: Console Cable Connector Pinouts
Console Port
The console port is an asynchronous RS-232 serial port with an RJ-45 connector.
The table below lists the pinouts for the console port on the Cisco UCS 6454 Fabric Interconnect.
Signal NameP2, DB-9 PinsP1, P1-45 PinsSignal Name
CTS81RTS
DSR62DTR
ZXD23TXD
GND54GND
GND55GND
TXD36ZXD
DTR47DSR
RTS78CTS
Table 15: Console Port Pinouts
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RTS1
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Cable and Port Specifications
Depending on the laptop you use for the initial configuration, you may also want a USB 2.0 to Serial (9-pin)
DB-9 RS-232 Adapter Cable as well as a terminal program like Hyperterminal or PuTTY (set to connect at
9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity).
Supported AC Power Cords and Plugs
SignalPin
DTR2
TxD3
GND4
GND5
RxD6
DSR7
CTS8
Supported AC Power Cords and Plugs
Each power supply has a separate power cord. Standard power cords or jumper power cords are available for
connection to a power distribution unit having IEC 60320 C13 outlet receptacles. The jumper power cords,
for use in cabinets, are available as an optional alternative to the standard power cords.
The standard power cords have an IEC C13 connector on the end that plugs into the power supplies. The
optional jumper power cords have an IEC C13 connector on the end that plugs into the power supplies, and
an IEC C14 connector on the end that plugs into an IEC C13 outlet receptacle.
Note
Only the regular power cords or jumper power cords provided with the chassis are supported.
Argentina
Power Cord—SFS-250V-10A-AR
Plug—250 VAC 10 A IRAM 2073
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
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2500 mm
Cordset rating: 10 A, 250/500 V MAX
Length: 8.2 ft
Plug:
EL 219
(IRAM 2073)
Connector:
EL 701
(IEC60320/C13)
Plug:
EL 206
A.S. 3112-2000)
Cordset rating: 10 A, 250 V/500V
Length: 2500mm
186581
Connector:
EL 701C
(IEC 60320/C15)
Australia and New Zealand
Figure 11: SFS-250V-10A-AR
Australia and New Zealand
Power Cord—CAB-9K10A-AU
Plug—250 VAC 10 A 3112
Cable and Port Specifications
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
Figure 12: CAB-9K10A-AU
Peoples Republic of China
Power Cord—SFS-250V-10A-CN
Plug—250 VAC 10 A GB 2009
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
50
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Cordset rating 10A, 250V
(2500 mm)
Plug:
EL 218
(CCEE GB2009)
186573
Connector:
EL 701
(IEC60320/C13)
Connector:
VSCC15
Cordset rating: 10A/16 A, 250 V
Length: 8 ft 2 in. (2.5 m)
Plug:
M2511
186576
Cable and Port Specifications
Europe
Europe
Figure 13: SFS-250V-10A-CN
Power Cord—CAB-9K10A-EU
Plug—250 VAC 10 A M 2511
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
Figure 14: CAB-9K10A-EU
India, South Africa, and United Arab Emirates
Power Cord—SFS-250V-10A-ID
Plug—250 VAC 16A EL-208
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
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OVE
Cordset rating 16A, 250V
(2500mm)
Plug:
EL 208
187490
Connector:
EL 701
Cordset rating 10A, 250V/500V MAX
(2500 mm)
Plug:
EL 212
(SI-32)
186574
Connector:
EL 701B
(IEC60320/C13)
EL
-212
16A
250V
Israel
Israel
Cable and Port Specifications
Figure 15: SFS-250V-10A-ID
Power Cord—SFS-250V-10A-IS
Plug—250 VAC 10 A SI32
Italy
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
Figure 16: SFS-250V-10A-IS
Power Cord—CAB-9K10A-IT
Plug—250 VAC 10 A CEI 23-16
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
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Plug:
I/3G
(CEI 23-16)
Connector
C15M
(EN60320/C15 )
Cordset rating: 10 A, 250 V
Length: 8 ft 2 in. (2.5 m)
186575
Cable and Port Specifications
North America
North America
Figure 17: CAB-9K10A-IT
CAB-AC-250V/13A
Power Cord—CAB-AC-250V/13A
Plug—250 VAC 13 A IEC60320
Length—6.6 feet / 2.0 meters
Figure 18: CAB-AC-250V/13A
CAB-N5K6A-NA
Power Cord—CAB-N5K6A-NA
Plug—250 VAC 13 A NEMA 6-15
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
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Cordset rating: 10 A, 250 V
Length: 8.2 ft
186570
Plug: NEMA 6-15P
Connector:
IEC60320/C13
Switzerland
Switzerland
Cable and Port Specifications
Figure 19: CAB-N5K6A-NA
Power Cord—CAB-9K10A-SW
Taiwan
Plug—250 VAC 10 A MP232
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
Figure 20: CAB-9K10A-SW
Power Cord—CAB-ACTW
Plug—125 VAC, 10 A, CNS10917
Length—7.5 feet / 2.3 meters
Figure 21: CAB-ACTW
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Plug:
Cordset rating: 10 A, 250 V/500 V MAX
Length: 2500mm
186580
Connector:
EL 701C
(EN 60320/C15)
EL 210
(BS 1363A) 13 AMP fuse
Cable and Port Specifications
United Kingdom
Power Cord—CAB-9K10A-UK
Plug—250 VAC 10 A BS1363 (13 A fuse)
Length—8.2 feet / 2.5 meters
Figure 22: CAB-9K10A-UK
United Kingdom
Cabinet Jumper Power Cords
Jumper Power Cord—CAB-C13-C14-JMPR
Plug— 250 VAC 10 A, C13-C14 Connectors
Length—2.2 feet / 0.7 meters
Figure 23: CAB-C13-C14-JMPR
Jumper Power Cord—CAB-C13-C14-AC
Plug— 250 VAC 10 A, C13-C14 Connectors
Length—9.8 feet / 3 meters
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Cabinet Jumper Power Cords
Figure 24: CAB-C13-C14-AC
Jumper Power Cord—CAB-C13-C14-2M
Plug— 250 VAC 10 A, C13-C14 Connectors
Length—6.6 feet / 2 meters
Figure 25: CAB-C13-C14-2M
Cable and Port Specifications
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Site Planning and Maintenance Records
• Site Preparation Checklist, on page 57
• Contact and Site Information, on page 59
• Chassis and Module Information, on page 60
Site Preparation Checklist
Planning the location and layout of your equipment is essential for successful system operation, ventilation,
and accessibility.
Consider heat dissipation when sizing the air-conditioning requirements for an installation.
Table 16: Site Planning Checklist
CHAPTER 7
DateTimeVerified ByPlanning ActivityTask No.
1
Space evaluation:
• Space and
layout
• Floor covering
• Impact and
vibration
• Lighting
• Maintenance
access
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Site Preparation Checklist
Site Planning and Maintenance Records
DateTimeVerified ByPlanning ActivityTask No.
2
Environmental
evaluation:
• Ambient
temperature
• Humidity
• Altitude
• Atmospheric
contamination
• Air flow
3
Power evaluation:
• Input power
type
• Power
receptacles
• Receptacle
proximity to
the equipment
• Dedicated
circuit for
power supply
• Dedicated
(separate)
circuits for
redundant
power supplies
• UPS for power
failures
4
Grounding
evaluation:
• Circuit breaker
size
• CO ground
(AC- powered
systems)
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Contact and Site Information
DateTimeVerified ByPlanning ActivityTask No.
5
Cable and interface
equipment
evaluation:
• Cable type
• Connector type
• Cable distance
limitations
• Interface
equipment
(transceivers)
6
EMI evaluation:
• Distance
limitations for
signaling
• Site wiring
• RFI levels
4
Verify that the power supply installed in the chassis has a dedicated AC source circuit.
5
UPS = uninterruptible power supply.
6
EMI = electromagnetic interference.
7
RFI = radio frequency interference.
Contact and Site Information
Use the following worksheet to record contact and site information.
Table 17: Contact and Site Information
Contact person
Contact phone
Contact e-mail
Building/site name
Data center location
Floor location
Address (line 1)
Address (line 2)
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Chassis and Module Information
City
State
Zip code
Country
Chassis and Module Information
Use the following worksheets to record information about the chassis and modules.
Contract Number_______________________________________________
Chassis Serial Number___________________________________________
Product Number________________________________________________
Table 18: Network-Related Information
Site Planning and Maintenance Records
System IP address
System IP netmask
Hostname
Domain name
IP broadcast address
Gateway/router address
DNS address
Modem telephone number
Table 19: Module Information
NotesModule Serial NumberModule TypeSlot
Fixed1
Expansion2
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Site Planning and Maintenance Records
Table 20: Fabric Interconnect Port Connection Record
Chassis and Module Information
Connected toFabric Interconnect A or B
11
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
PortFEXChassisPortSlot
LAN or SAN
Pin Group
Port
Channel
Connection
Notes
Group
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
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Site Planning and Maintenance Records
Connected toFabric Interconnect A or B
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
12
2
3
4
5
PortFEXChassisPortSlot
LAN or SAN
Pin Group
Port
Channel
Connection
Notes
Group
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
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