Dell S50N, S50V, Force10 S50N, Force10 S50V Quick Start Manual
Dell Force10
S50N and S50V Systems
Quick Start Guide
Regulatory Model: S50N/S50V
Dell Force10
S50N and S50V Systems
Quick Start Guide
Regulatory Model: S50N/S50V
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Regulatory Model: S50N/S50V
2011 - 9 P/N 0DMTY8 Rev. A00
About this Guide 3
About this Guide
This document is intended as a Quick Start Guide to get new systems up and
running and ready for configuration. For complete installation and configuration
information, refer to the following documents:
Documentation S50N/S50V
Hardware installation and power-up
instructions
Installing S50N and S50V Systems
Software configuration FTOS Configuration Guide
Command line interface FTOS Command Line Reference Guide
Latest updates Release Notes for the S-Series
4 About this Guide
Installing the Hardware 5
1
Installing the Hardware
This guide assumes all site preparation has been performed before installing the
chassis.
Installing the Chassis
To install the S50 chassis, Dell Force10 recommends that you complete the
installation procedures in the order presented below.
NOTE: Unless stated otherwise, the installation instructions below apply to both
the S50N and S50V chassis.
Always handle the system and its components with care. Avoid dropping the
switch or its field replaceable units.
CAUTION: Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap when
handling the chassis and its components. As with all electrical devices of this
type, take all necessary safety precautions to prevent injury when installing
this system. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage c a n occ ur if components
are mishandled.
Installing the Chassis in a Two-Post Rack
The chassis is shipped with the universal front-mounting brackets (rack ears)
attached. Ensure that there is adequate clearance surrounding the rack to permit
access and airflow.
The S50N and S50V chassis can be installed using several methods. This
document describes the most common installation method: two-post rack. For
information regarding other installation methods, refer to the
Installing S50N and
S50V Systems
guide.
This document does not include stacking or installing stacked units. Refer to the
Installing S50N and S50V Systems guide for details on stacking installation and
cabling.
6 Installing the Hardware
Attach a Ground Cable to the S50N and S50V Chassis
The S50V and S50N switches have both AC (3-prong plug receptacle) and DC
(-48V terminal-type) connections on the back of the unit. They can use either
power source independently or in combination, with the DC source in a backup
mode (except for the 470W DC power supply). If you select AC and DC, the
switch will only use the DC source after the AC source fails.
NOTE: The rack installation ears are not suitable for grounding.
CAUTION: Grounding conductors must be made of copper. Do not use
aluminum conductors.
NOTE: Coat the one-hole lug with an anti-oxidant compound prior to crimping.
Bring any un-plated mating surfaces to a shiny finish, and coat with an anti-oxidant
prior to mating. Plated mating surfaces must be clean and free from contamination.
Attach a Ground Cable to the S50N-DC Chassis
The S50N-DC switches have two terminal blocks on the right side (instead of an
AC receptacle) for two DC power supply inputs. The terminal block on the
right, as you face the back of the chassis, is matched to the DC1 status LED on
the front left of the switch and the left block is matched to the DC2 status LED.
Step Task
1 Dell Force10 recommends that one person hold the chassis in place
while a second person attaches the brackets to the posts.
2 Attach the bracket "ears" to the rack or cabinet posts, using two screws
for each bracket. Ensure the screws are tightened firmly.
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