Dell Force10 S55T Installation Manual
Installing the S55 System
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Contents
1 About this Guide
Information symbols and warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Related publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 The S55 System
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Orderable S55 systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
System status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
LED displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Site Preparations
Site selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cabinet placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Rack mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Grounding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fans and airflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Storing components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4 Install the S55
Install the S55 chassis in a rack or cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Attach mounting brackets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Install chassis into rack or cabinet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Attach ground cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Insert optional modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Install the SFP and SFP+ optics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connect stacking ports (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connect two S55s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Connect three or more S55s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Supply power and power up the system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power up sequence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
AC power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
DC power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Hot-swap units in a stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5 Power Supplies
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Install an AC or DC power supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Replace an AC or DC power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6 Fans
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Install a fan module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Replace a fan module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
7 Access the console ports
Access the RJ45 console port (RS-232). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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Access the RJ-45 console port with a DB-9 adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Access the USB-B console port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
8 S55 Specifications
Chassis Physical Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Environmental Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
AC Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
DC Power Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
IEEE Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Agency Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
NEBS (Network Equipment Building Systems) Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Safety Standards and Compliance Agency Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Product Recycling and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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9 Technical Support
The iSupport website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Accessing iSupport services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Contacting the Technical Assistance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Requesting a hardware replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
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About this Guide
This guide provides site preparation recommendations, step-by-step procedures for rack mounting and
desk mounting, inserting optional modules, and connecting to a power source.
After you have completed the hardware installation and power-up of the S55, refer to the FTOS
Configuration Guide for the S55 for software configuration information and the FTOS Command
Reference for the S55 for Command Line Interface (CLI) information.
NOTE: The S55 requires FTOS version 8.3.5.0. Refer to the S55 Release Notes for information on upgrading
the system, if necessary. Contact Dell Force10 Technical Support with any questions regarding FTOS
versions and upgrades.
CAUTION: Wear grounding wrist straps when handling this equipment to avoid ESD damage.
WARNING: The installation of this equipment shall be performed by trained and qualified personnel only.
Read this guide before installing and powering up this equipment. This equipment contains two power cords.
Disconnect both power cords before servicing.
WARNING: This equipment contains optical transceivers, which comply with the limits of Class 1 laser
radiation.
WARNING: Visible and invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the aperture of the optical transceiver
ports when no cable is connected. Avoid exposure to laser radiation and do not stare into open apertures.
Information symbols and warnings
The following graphic symbols are used in this document to bring attention to hazards that exist when
handling the S55 and its components. Please read these alerts and heed their warnings and cautions.
Table
describes symbols contained in this guide.
Table 1-1. Information Symbols
Symbol Warning Description
Note This symbol informs you of important operational information.
Caution This symbol informs you that improper handling and installation could result in equipment damage or
loss of data.
Warning This symbol signals information about hardware handling that could result in injury.
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Related publications
For more information about the S55, refer to the following documents:
• FTOS Configuration Guide for the S55 system
• FTOS Command Reference for the S55 system
es
• FTOS Release Not
NOTE: For the most recent documentation and software, please visit iSupport (registration for access to some
sections is required):
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for the S55 system
https://www.force10networks.com/CSPortal20/Main/SupportMain.aspx
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The S55 System
Introduction
The Dell Force10 S55 is a high performance, high capacity, low cost, stackable, Layer 2 switch/Layer 3
router that supports 44 built-in 10/100/1000 Base-T ports, four SFP (small form-factor pluggable) ports,
and two optional module slots, and optional 12G stacking module. The S55’s PSU (Power Supply Unit)
Figure 2-1
side (
Figure 2-2
management ports and the displays for alarms and stacking identification.
Figure 2-1. The S55 PSU side
) contains the Power Supply Units (PSUs), and optional module slots. As shown in
, the S55’s I/O (Input/Output) side contains the 44 Ethernet ports, the SFP ports, the
FanMounting Bracket Mounting Bracket
Power Supply (PSU0) Power Supply (PSU1)
Figure 2-2. The S55 I/O
NOTE: The Ethernet ports are labeled 0-43. When cabling these ports, be sure not to interfere with the airflow
from the small vent holes above and below the ports.
Optional Module slots
Ethernet Ports
Fan
RJ-45
Console
Port
USB-B Port
SFP Ports USB-A Port
Alarm LEDs
Stack ID
10/100/1000
Management Port
Grounding
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Orderable S55 systems
The S55 can be ordered in several different configurations. Optional modules are ordered separately.
Hardware Catalog Number
44 port 10/100/1000 Base-T with 4 SFP ports and 2 expansion module slots
44 port 10/100/1000 Base-T with 4 SFP ports and 2 expansion module slots, 1 AC power
supply and 2 fan units with airflow from I/O panel to utility panel
44 port 10/100/1000 Base-T with 4 SFP ports and 2 expansion module slots, 1 DC power
supply and 2 fan units with airflow from I/O panel to utility panel
44 port 10/100/1000 Base-T with 4 SFP ports and 2 expansion module slots, 1 AC power
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supply and 2 fan units with airflow from utility panel to I/O panel
44 port 10/100/1000 Base-T with 4 SFP ports and 2 expansion module slots, 1 DC power
supply and 2 fan units with airflow from utility panel to I/O panel
S55 Series - Fan with airflow from I/O panel to utility panel
S55 Series - Fan with airflow from utility panel to I/O panel
S55 Series - AC Power supply with airflow from I/O panel to utility panel
S55 Series - AC Power supply with airflow from utility panel to I/O panel
S55 Series - DC Power supply with airflow from I/O panel to utility panel
S55 Series - DC Power supply with airflow from utility panel to I/O panel
S55 Series - 2 port 12 Gigabit stacking module
S55T
S55T-AC
S55T-DC
S55T-AC-R
S55T-DC-R
S55-FAN
S55-FAN-R
S55-PWR-AC
S55-PWR-AC-R
S55-PWR-DC
S55-PWR-DC-R
S55-12G-2ST
S55 Series - 2 port 10 GE SFP+ module - SFP+ optics not included
S55-10GE-2S
To successfully install the S55, ensure that you have the following:
• S55 chassis (or multiple chassis, if stacking)
• At least one grounded AC or DC power source per chassis
• Cable to connect the AC or DC power source to the chassis (US power cables included)
• Mounting brackets for rack installation (included)
• Screws for rack installation and #1#2 Phillips screwdrivers (not supplied)
• Ground cable (not supplied)
• Ground cable screws (included)
• Copper/fiber cables
Other optional components are:
• Additional Power Supply Unit
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• Additional Fan module
• Optional modules (if using)
• Stacking cables, if stacking
Features
The S55 offers the following:
• S55 CPU and switch processor
• Up to 8 stacked units
• Stackable switch features
• 19-inch rack-mountable
• Standard 1U chassis height
• Hot Swappable optional modules, power supplies, and fan modules
• Up to 16K MAC address entries supported with hardware assisted aging
• Supports 9K jumbo frames
Ports
• Optional ports supporting two 2-port 10G SFP+ modules, or two 2-port 12G stacking module stacking
modules
• 44 fixed 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing and auto MDIX RJ45 ports
• Four fixed ports supporting 100/1000 Base-T or 1000 Base-X using auto-media detection
• Console port (for system access)
• USB-A port (for storage)
• USB-B port (for system connectivity and access)
System status
S55 status information is viewed in several ways, including physical displays and boot menu options.
Status information is also seen through the CLI
those options, see the FTOS Command Reference for the S55 and the FTOS Configuration Guide for the
S55.
LED displays
As shown in
upper half of the chassis, next to the USB-B port. The system LEDs are located to the right of the Stack
ID LEDs.
Figure 2-2
, the S55 I/O panel contains several sets of LEDs. The Stacking ID LEDs is in the
show commands and with SNMP traps. For details on
• The Stack ID itself is in decimal format (Figure ).
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Figure 2-3. Stack ID hexidecimal Display
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• The system LEDs are (Figure 2-4):
• Master (Stack Master status)
• PSU1 (Power supply 1)
• FAN1(Fan module 1)
• ALM (System alarms)
• SYS (System status)
• PSU0 (Power supply 0)
• FAN0 (Fan module 0)
Figure 2-4. System LEDs
Master
ALM
SYS
PSU0
Stack ID
10/100/1000
Management Port
Alarm LEDs
Grounding
USB-A Port
PSU1
FAN0
FAN1
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Table 2-1. System LED displays
Label LED Color/Display Description
Master Off
Green solid
Power Supply
(PSU1)
Fan Module
(FAN1)
System alarms
(ALM)
System status
(SYS)
Power Supply
(PSU0)
Fan Module
(FAN0)
Off
Green solid
Yellow solid
Off
Green solid
Yellow solid
Off
Yellow solid
Red solid
Off
Yellow solid
Red solid
Off
Green solid
Yellow solid
Off
Green solid
Yellow solid
Non-master unit, or stand-alone unit
Stack master unit
Power supply not present
Power supply present and working
Power supply present, but failed
Fan tray not present
Fan tray present and working
Fan tray present, but failed
No alarm
Minor alarm
Major alarm
No alarm
Minor alarm
Major alarm
Power supply not present
Power supply present and working
Power supply present, but failed
Fan tray not present
Fan tray present and working
Fan tray present, but failed
In addition to the system LEDs, each port has status indicator LEDs, described in
Table 2-2. Port LED Displays
Feature Description
10/100/1000 Port LEDs Link LED (left side of each port)
Green — 1000M
Yellow — 10/100M
Off —No link
Activity LED (right side of each port)
Green — Link up on this port, full traffic
Blinking Green — Activity, transmitting or receiving packet at this port.
Off —No traffic
SFP+ Port LED Link/Activity LED
Green — Link up on this port, no activity taking place
Blinking Green — Activity, transmitting or receiving packet at this port.
Off — No Link detected at this port
Table 2-2
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Site Preparations
The S55 is suitable for installation as part of a Common Bond Network (CBN). It can be installed in:
• network telecommunication facilities
• data centers
• other locations where the National Electric Code (NEC) applies
This chapter covers the following topics:
• Site selection
• Cabinet placement
• Rack mounting
• Grounding
• Fans and airflow
• Power
• Storing components
For detailed S55 specifications, refer to
NOTE: Install the S55 unit into a rack or cabinet before installing any optional components.
Chapter 8, S55 Specifications
.
Site selection
Dell Force10 equipment is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area is
one in which access can only be gained by service personnel through the use of a special tool, lock, key or
other means of security and access is controlled by the authority responsible for the location.
Make sure that the area where you install your S55 chassis meets the following safety requirements:
• Near an adequate power source. Connect the system to the appropriate branch circuit protection as
defined by your local electrical codes.
• Environmental temperature between 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C).
• Relative humidity that does not exceed 85% non-condensing.
• In a dry, clean, well-ventilated and temperature-controlled room, away from heat sources such as hot air
vents or direct sunlight.
• Away from sources of severe electromagnetic noise.
• Positioned in a rack or cabinet, or on a desktop with adequate space in the front, rear, and sides of the
unit for proper ventilation, and access.
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Cabinet placement
The S55 should be installed only in indoor cabinets designed for use in a controlled environment as
described in the Site Selection heading. The S55 should not be installed in outside plant cabinets.
The cabinet must meet the following criteria:
• Minimum cabinet size and airflow are according to the EIA standard.
• Minimum of 5 inches (12.7 cm) between the intake and exhaust vents and the cabinet wall.
Rack mounting
When you prepare your equipment rack, ensure that the rack is earth ground. The equipment rack must be
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grounded to the same ground point used by the power service in your area. The ground path must be
permanent.
Grounding
The S55 is for use in a Common Bond Network. You must connect grounding cables as described in
Chapter 4, Install the S55
.
Fans and airflow
The S55 system fans support with 2 air flow options. Be sure to order the fans suitable to support your
site’s proper ventilation. Use a single type of fan in your system. Do not mix Reverse and Normal
airflows in a single chassis.
• Normal is airflow from I/O panel to power supply
• Reversed is airflow from power supply to I/O panel
For proper ventilation, position the S55 chassis in an equipment rack (or cabinet) with a minimum of five
inches (12.7 cm) of clearance around exhaust vents. When two S55 systems are installed near each other,
position the two chassis at least 5 inches (12.7 cm) apart to permit proper airflow. The acceptable ambient
temperature ranges are listed in
The fan speed increases when the internal temperature reaches 72 degrees C, and decreases to normal
speed when the temperature falls to 58 degrees C. The switch never intentionally turns off the fans.
Use the
FTOS Command Reference and FTOS Configuration Guide.
show logging command to see the log messages. For details, see the System Logs chapters of the
Environmental Parameters
.
Power
WARNING: Do not mix power supply types. The redundant power supplies must be the same type AC or DC.
Use the appropriate power cord with the S55 chassis to connect the chassis to the applicable (AC or DC)
power source. Power cords for US AC and DC are included with the system.
When installing AC systems, follow the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
where applicable.
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The system is powered-up as soon as the power cord is connected between the system and the power
source.
CAUTION: Always disconnect the power cable, before the power supply slots are serviced.
CAUTION: The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect device on the AC and the DC system;
ensure that the socket-outlet is located/installed near the equipment and is easily accessible.
Storing components
If you do not install your system and components immediately, Dell Force10 recommends that you
properly store the S55 and all optional components until you are ready to install them.
WARNING: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can occur when components are mishandled. Always
wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap when handling the S55 and its accessories. After you
remove the original packaging, place the S55 and its components on an antistatic surface.
Follow these storage guidelines:
• Storage temperature should remain constant ranging from -4° to 158° F (-20°C to 70° C).
• Store on a dry surface or floor, away from direct sunlight, heat, and air conditioning ducts.
• Store in a dust-free environment.
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