Dell PowerSwitch N3200-ON User Manual

Dell EMC PowerSwitch N3200-ON Series

Installation Guide

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Contents

Chapter 1: About this guide........................................................................................................... 6

Related documents..............................................................................................................................................................7

Information symbols............................................................................................................................................................ 7

Chapter 2: N3200-ON Series switch.............................................................................................. 8

Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................................8

Features................................................................................................................................................................................13

Physical dimensions........................................................................................................................................................... 14

LED display.......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

LED behavior................................................................................................................................................................. 14

Prerequisites........................................................................................................................................................................17

N3200-ON Series switch configurations..................................................................................................................... 18

Luggage tag.........................................................................................................................................................................18

Chapter 3: Site preparations........................................................................................................ 21

Site selection....................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Cabinet placement............................................................................................................................................................. 21

Rack mounting................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Switch ground.................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Fans and airflow.................................................................................................................................................................22

Power................................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Storing components......................................................................................................................................................... 23

Chapter 4: N3200-ON Series switch installation..........................................................................24

Unpack................................................................................................................................................................................. 24

Unpacking Steps..........................................................................................................................................................25

Rack or cabinet hardware installation.......................................................................................................................... 25

Ground cable...................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Desktop................................................................................................................................................................................26

N3208PX-ON ceiling-mount switch installation........................................................................................................ 26

N3208PX-ON wall-mount switch installation.............................................................................................................28

DIN buckle rail installation......................................................................................................................................... 29

Standard bracket two-post installation........................................................................................................................ 31

Two-post five-inch-offset switch installation.............................................................................................................31

Two-post flush-mount switch installation...................................................................................................................32

Wall- or ceiling-mount switch installation....................................................................................................................33

One RU ReadyRails installation......................................................................................................................................36

1U Tool-less mount ReadyRails installation........................................................................................................... 36

Flush-mount ReadyRail installation..........................................................................................................................37

Center-mount ReadyRail installation...................................................................................................................... 38

Threaded ReadyRails installation............................................................................................................................. 39

Optics installation..............................................................................................................................................................40

Optics removal............................................................................................................................................................. 40

Switch start-up ................................................................................................................................................................. 41

Contents 3

After switch placement.................................................................................................................................................... 41

Switch replacement...........................................................................................................................................................41

Chapter 5: External power adapter.............................................................................................. 43

Power adapter holder assembly.....................................................................................................................................43

Wall or ceiling installation................................................................................................................................................ 44

DIN rail installation............................................................................................................................................................ 46

Single-EPA and switch four-post installation............................................................................................................. 47

Single-EPA and switch two-post center-mount installation...................................................................................47

Single-EPA and switch two-post front-mount installation..................................................................................... 49

Dual-EPAs two-post front-mount installation............................................................................................................50

Dual-EPAs two-post center-mount installation......................................................................................................... 52

Chapter 6: Power supply............................................................................................................. 55

Components....................................................................................................................................................................... 56

AC or DC power supply installation...............................................................................................................................57

AC or DC power supply replacement........................................................................................................................... 58

550W DC power connections........................................................................................................................................ 58

1300W DC power connections.......................................................................................................................................59

Connect the EPS shelf..................................................................................................................................................... 61

Chapter 7: Fans...........................................................................................................................66

Components....................................................................................................................................................................... 66

Fan module installation.....................................................................................................................................................67

Fan module replacement........................................................................................................................................... 68

Chapter 8: Management ports.....................................................................................................69

RJ45 console port access............................................................................................................................................... 69

MicroUSB Type-B console port access....................................................................................................................... 70

USB storage mount........................................................................................................................................................... 71

Chapter 9: Installation using ONIE...............................................................................................72

Before you install an operating system........................................................................................................................ 72

Check your switch.............................................................................................................................................................73

Uninstall an existing OS................................................................................................................................................... 73

Install a NOS....................................................................................................................................................................... 74

Automatic NOS installation....................................................................................................................................... 74

Manual NOS installation............................................................................................................................................. 75

Chapter 10: Specifications........................................................................................................... 77

Chassis physical design.................................................................................................................................................... 77

PoE Budget Specifications............................................................................................................................................. 80

IEEE standards................................................................................................................................................................... 82

Agency compliance........................................................................................................................................................... 82

USA Federal Communications Commission statement...................................................................................... 82

European Union EMC directive conformance statement.................................................................................. 83

Japan VCCI compliance for class A equipment....................................................................................................83

Korean certification of compliance......................................................................................................................... 84

Safety standards and compliance agency certifications......................................................................................... 84

Contents

Electromagnetic compatibility ....................................................................................................................................... 84

Product recycling and disposal...................................................................................................................................... 85

Chapter 11: Dell EMC support...................................................................................................... 86

Contents 5

About this guide

This guide provides site preparation recommendations, step-by-step procedures for rack mounting and desk mounting your switch, inserting modules, and connecting to a power source.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage, wear grounding wrist straps when handling this

equipment.

NOTE: Only trained and qualified personnel can install this equipment. Read this guide before you install and power on this

equipment. This equipment contains two power cables. Disconnect both power cables before servicing.

NOTE: This equipment contains optical transceivers, which comply with the limits of Class 1 laser radiation.

Figure 1. Class 1 laser product tag

NOTE: When no cable is connected, visible and invisible laser radiation may emit from the aperture of the optical

transceiver ports. Avoid exposure to laser radiation. Do not stare into open apertures.

NOTE: Read this guide before unpacking the switch. For unpacking instructions, see Unpack.

Visual display workplaces

This device is not intended for use in the direct field of view at visual display workplaces. To avoid incommoding reflexions at visual display workplaces this device must not be placed in the direct field of view.

Bemerkung: Dieses Gerät ist nicht für den Einsatz im direkten Sichtfeld am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz vorgesehen. Um störende Reflexionen am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz zu vermeiden, darf dieses Gerät nicht im direkten Sichtfeld platziert werden.

Regulatory

● Marketing model N3208PX-ON is represented by the regulatory model E30W and the regulatory type E30W001.

● Marketing model N3224T-ON is represented by the regulatory model E31W and the regulatory type E31W002.

● Marketing model N3224F-ON is represented by the regulatory model E31W and the regulatory type E31W003.

● Marketing model N3224P-ON is represented by the regulatory model E32W and the regulatory type E32W002.

● Marketing model N3224PX-ON is represented by the regulatory model E32W and the regulatory type E32W001.

● Marketing model N3248TE-ON is represented by the regulatory model E31W and the regulatory type E31W005.

● Marketing model N3248P-ON is represented by the regulatory model E32W and the regulatory type E32W003.

● Marketing model N3248X-ON is represented by the regulatory model E31W and the regulatory type E31W004.

● Marketing model N3248PXE-ON is represented by the regulatory model E32W and the regulatory type E32W004.

Topics:

• Related documents

• Information symbols

6 About this guide

Information symbols

This book uses the following information symbols:

NOTE: The Note icon signals important operational information.

CAUTION: The Caution icon signals information about situations that could result in equipment damage or loss

of data.

NOTE: The Warning icon signals information about hardware handling that could result in injury.

NOTE: The ESD Warning icon requires that you take electrostatic precautions when handling the device.

About this guide 7

N3200-ON Series switch

The following sections describe the Dell EMC N3200-ON Series (N3208PX-ON, N3224T-ON, N322F-ON, N3224P-ON, N3224PX-ON, N3248TE-ON, N3248P-ON, N3248X-ON, and N3248PXE-ON) switches:

Topics:

• Introduction

• Features

• Physical dimensions

• LED display

• Prerequisites

• N3200-ON Series switch configurations

• Luggage tag

Introduction

The N3200-ON Series switches are compact and full width, one rack unit (RU), full-featured fixed form-factor switches.

Table 1. N3200-ON Series switch summary

Marketing model name (MMN) Description Power supply unit (PSU) and fans

N3208PX-ON

N3224T-ON

N3224F-ON

N3224P-ON

N3224PX-ON

● 4 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45 with

802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE

● 4 ports 5G BASE-T RJ45 multigigabit ports with 802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE

● 2 ports 10G SFP+

● 24 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45

● 4 ports 10G SFP+

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 24 ports 1G SFP

● 4 ports 10G SFP+

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 24 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45 ports with

802.3at (30W) PoE

● 4 ports 10G SFP+

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 24 ports 10M/100M/1G/

2.5G/5G/10G BASE-T RJ45 multigigabit ports with 802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE

● 4 ports 25G SFP28

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 1 fixed AC PSU

● (optional) Up to 2 external power

adapters

● 1 fixed fan

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal and reverse airflow options

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal airflow only

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal airflow only

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 1 EPS (optional and conected from MPS-1S or MPS-3S power shelf)

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal airflow only

N3248TE-ON

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● 48 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45

● 4 ports 10G SFP28

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal and reverse airflow options

Table 1. N3200-ON Series switch summary (continued)

Marketing model name (MMN) Description Power supply unit (PSU) and fans

N3248P-ON

N3248X-ON

N3248PXE-ON

N3208PX I/O-side view

● 48 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45 multigigabit ports with 802.3at (30W) PoE

● 4 ports 10G SFP+

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 48 ports 10M/100M/1G/

2.5G/5G/10G BASE-T RJ45

● 4 ports 25G SFP28

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 48 ports 10M/100M/1G/

2.5G/5G/10G BASE-T RJ45 with

802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE

● 4 ports 25G SFP28

● 2 ports 100G QSFP28 stacking

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 1 EPS (optional and conected from MPS-1S or MPS-3S power shelf)

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal airflow only

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal and reverse airflow options

● 2 pluggable AC PSUs—1 default and

1 optional or 2 optional DC PSUs

● 1 EPS (optional and conected from MPS-1S or MPS-3S power shelf)

● 3 pluggable fan modules

● Normal airflow only

1. Luggage tag 2. 1GBASE-T RJ45 wtih 802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE

3. 5GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE 4. RJ45 serial management port

5. RJ45 Ethernet console port 6. USB Type-A port

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP+ ports

N3224T-ON I/O-side view

Luggage tag 2. 1GBASE-T RJ45

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

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7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP+ ports

N3224F-ON I/O-side view

1. Luggage tag 2. 1G SFP

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP+ ports

N3224P-ON I/O-side view

Luggage tag 2. 1GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3at Type-2 (30W) PoE

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP+ ports

N3224PX-ON I/O-side view

N3200-ON Series switch

1. Luggage tag 2. 10GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP28 ports

N3248TE-ON I/O-side view

1. Luggage tag 2. 1GBASE-T RJ45

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP28 ports

N3248P-ON I/O-side view

Luggage tag 2. 1GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3at Type-2 (30W) PoE

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP+ ports

N3248X-ON I/O-side view

N3200-ON Series switch

1. Luggage tag 2. 10GBASE-T RJ45

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP28 ports

N3248PXE-ON I/O-side view

1. Luggage tag 2. 10GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 (90W) PoE

3. RJ45 serial management port 4. RJ45 Ethernet console port

5. USB Type-A port 6. Stack ID

7. MicroUSB Type-B port 8. Status LEDs

9. 10G SFP28 ports

N3200-ON Series PSU-side views:

N3208PX-ON PSU-side view

1. Fan

2. External power adapter connection

3. AC power connection

N3224F-ON, N3224P-ON, N3224T-ON, N3248TE-ON, and N3248X-ON PSU-side view

N3200-ON Series switch

1. 100G QSFP28 stacking ports

2. Fans

3. AC or DC PSUs

N3224PX-ON, N3248P-ON, N3248PXE-ON PSU-side view

1. 100G QSFP28 stacking ports 2. Fans

3. EPS connections 4. AC or DC PSUs

Features

The N3200-ON Series switch offers the following features:

● Ports: ○ N3208PX-ON—Compact, four ports 1GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, four ports 5GBASE-T RJ45 with

802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, and two ports 10G SFP+

○ N3224T-ON—1U, 24 ports 1GBASE-T RJ45, four ports 10G SFP+, and two ports 100G QSFP28 for stacking ○ N3224F-ON—1U, 24 ports 1GBASE-T RJ45, four ports 10G SFP+, and two ports 100G QSFP28 for stacking ○ N3224P-ON—1U, 24 ports 1GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3at Type-2 30W PoE, four ports 10G SFP+, and two ports 100G

QSFP28 for stacking

○ N3224PX-ON—1U, 24 ports multigigabit 10GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, four ports 25G SFP28, and

two ports 100G QSFP28 for stacking

○ N3248TE-ON—1U, 48 ports 1GBASE-T RJ45, four ports 10G SFP+, and two ports 100G QSFP28 for stacking ○ N3248P-ON—1U, 48 ports 1GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3at Type-2 30W PoE, four ports 10G SFP+, and two ports 100G

QSFP28 for stacking

○ N3248X-ON—1U, 48 ports 10GBASE-T RJ45, four ports 25G SFP28, and two ports 100G QSFP28 for stacking ○ N3248PXE—1U, 48 ports multigigabit 10GBASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, four ports 25G SFP28, and two

ports 100G QSFP28 for stacking

● One MicroUSB Type-B console port

● One USB Type-A port for more file storage

● One RJ45 serial console port

● Two-core Denverton-NS CPU, 4 GB DDR4 SO-DIMM, 8 GB mSATA 2.0/M.2 SSD

● One 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet management port

● Two pluggable AC or DC PSUs, except N3208PX-ON

● Three pluggable fan modules, except N3208PX-ON

● N3208PX-ON—One fixed AC PSU

● N3208PX-ON—One fan

● N3208PX-ON—Up to two external power adapters

N3200-ON Series switch

● N3224PX-ON, N3248P-ON, and N3248PXE-ON—External power supply connectors to connect the MPS-1S or MPS-3S shelf

● N3224T-ON, N3248X-ON, and N3248TE-ON—Normal and reverse airflow options

● System ground connector

● Switch-monitoring LEDs

Physical dimensions

The N3200-ON Series switch has the following physical dimensions, excluding the PSU and fan tray handle:

● N3208PX-ON: ○ 43.5 mm x 279.4 mm x 312 mm (H x W x D) ○ 1.71 in x 11 in x 12.28 in (H x W x D)

● All N3200-ON Series switches except the N3208PX-ON: ○ 43.5 mm x 434 mm x 400 mm (H x W x D) ○ 1.71 in x 17.09 in x 15.75 in (H x W x D)

(PSU and fan tray handle adds 30 mm or 1.18 in)

LED display

The N3200-ON Series switch includes LED displays on the I/O and PSU sides of the switch. This section describes open networking installation environment (ONIE) LED behaviors. Some LED behaviors may change after you install your software.

LED behavior

The following N3200-ON Series switch LED behavior is seen during ONIE operations:

N3208PX-ON LEDs

Link status LEDs 2. Console port LEDs on the left side—management port on

the right side

3. SFP+ port activity LEDs 4. Stack Master ID LED

5. System Status/Health LED 6. Power LED

7. Fan LED 8. Locator LED/System Beacon

N3224F-ON, N3224P-ON, N3224PX-ON, N3224T-ON, N3248P-ON, N3248PXE-ON, and N3248TE-ON LEDs

N3200-ON Series switch

1. Link status LEDs 2. Console port LEDs on the left side—management port on

the right side

3. SFP+ port activity LEDs 4. Stack ID LED

5. Stack Master LED 6. System Status/health LED

7. Power LED 8. Fan LED

9. Locator LED/System Beacon 10. Stacking port activity LEDs

Table 2. N3200-ON Series switch LED behavior

LED Description

7-Segment LED for stacking

Stack Master LED

System Status/Health LED

Power LED

● Off—No power

● Solid green—Hex digit representing the stack unit ID

● Off—Switch is in Stacking Slave mode

● Solid green—Switch is in Stacking Master or Standalone

mode

● Solid green—Normal operation

● Flashing green—Booting

● Solid yellow—Critical system error; major fault

● Flashing yellow—Noncritical system error, minor fault, fan

failure, or power supply failure

● Off—No power

● Solid Green—Normal operation

● Solid yellow—POST is in process

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Table 2. N3200-ON Series switch LED behavior (continued)

LED Description

● Flashing yellow—Power supply failed

FAN LED

Locator LED/System Beacon

● Off—No power

● Solid green—Normal operation; fan powered and running

at the expected RPM

● Flashing yellow—Fan fault—including incompatible airflow direction when you insert the PSU, fan trays with differing airflows, missing a fan, or fan tray not functioning properly

● Off—Locator function disabled

● Flashing blue—Locator function enabled

Table 3. 1000MBase-T and 10/100MBase-T PoE System management Ethernet port LEDs

LED Description

Link LED

Activity LED

● Off—No link

● Solid green—Link operating at a maximum speed,

autonegotiated/forced to 1000MBase-T mode

● Solid yellow—Link operating at a lower speed, autonegotiated/forced or 10/100MBase-T mode

● Off—No activity

● Solid Yellow—No port activity and PoE power on

● Flashing green—Port activity and PoE power off

● Flashing yellow—Port activity and PoE power on

Table 4. 1000MBase-T and 10/100MBase-T non-PoE System management Ethernet port LEDs

LED Description

Link LED

Activity LED

● Off—No link

● Solid green—Link operating at a maximum speed,

autonegotiated/forced to 1000MBase-T mode

● Solid yellow—Link operating at a lower speed, autonegotiated/forced or 10/100MBase-T mode

● Off—No activity

● Flashing green—Port activity

Table 5. 1G, 5G, 10G Base-T PoE port LEDs

LED Description

Link LED All four LEDs:

● Off—No link

● Solid green—Link operating at maximum speed,

autonegotiated/forced to 2.5GBase-T mode

● Solid yellow—Link operating at a lower speed, autonegotiated/forced to 10/100/1000MBase-T

● Flashing green, ~30ms—Port activity

Activity LED

● Off—No activity and PoE power off

● Solid yellow—No port activity and PoE power on

● Flashing green—port activity and PoE power off

● Flashing yellow—port activity and PoE power on

Table 6. 1G or 10G Base-T non-PoE port LEDs

LED Description

Link LED All four LEDs:

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Table 6. 1G or 10G Base-T non-PoE port LEDs (continued)

LED Description

● Off—No link

● Solid green—Link operating at maximum speed,

autonegotiated/forced to 2.5GBase-T mode

● Solid yellow—Link operating at a lower speed, autonegotiated/forced to 10/100/1000MBase-T

Activity LED

● Off—No activity

● Flashing green, ~30ms—Port activity

Table 7. SFP+ port LEDs

LED Description

Link LED All four LEDs:

● Off—No link

● Solid green—Link operating at maximum speed, 10G

● Solid yellow—Link operating at a speed less than 10G

● Flashing green, ~30ms—Port activity

Activity LED

● Off—No activity

● Flashing green—port activity at maximum speed

● Flashing yellow—port activity at lower speed

Table 8. SFP28 port LEDs

LED Description

Link LED All four LEDs:

● Off—No link

● Solid green—Link operating at maximum speed, 25G

● Solid yellow—Link operating at a speed less than 25G

● Flashing green, ~30ms—Port activity

Activity LED

● Off—No activity

● Flashing green—port activity at maximum speed

● Flashing yellow—port activity at lower speed

Table 9. QSFP28 port LEDs

LED Description

Link LED All four LEDs:

● Off—No link

● Solid green—Link operating at maximum speed, 100G

● Solid yellow—Link operating at a speed less than 100G

● Flashing green, ~30ms—Port activity

Activity LED

● Off—No activity

● Flashing green, ~30ms—port activity at maximum speed,

100G

● Flashing yellow, ~30ms—port activity at speed less than 100G

● Flashing yellow, 1 second on/off—port beacon

Prerequisites

The following is a list of components that are required for successful switch installation:

NOTE: For detailed installation instructions, see Site preparations and N3200-ON Series switch installation.

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● N3200-ON Series switch or multiple switches, if stacking

● AC or DC country- and regional-specific cables to connect the AC or DC power source to the AC or DC PSU

● Hot-swappable AC or DC power supply units; minimum one AC or DC PSU—excluding N3208PX-ON

● Hot-swappable fan modules—excluding N3208PX-ON

● All N3200-ON DC versions—excluding N3208PX-ON; order DC PSUs separately

● All N3200-ON AC platforms—no ground lug ships with the accessories

● L-bracket and screws for two-post rack mount, or rubber feet for table or shelf placement, or bracket and screws for wall or

ceiling mount—excluding N3208PX-ON

● N3208PX-ON only—Wire clip for PSU cable

● Copper and fiber cables

N3248PXE-ON DC only—Ground lug and screws ship with the accessories

●

● N3248PXE-ON AC only—No-OS SKU: Ground lug and screws ship with the accessories.

● N3248P-ON DC only—Ground lug and screws ship with the accessories

● #1 and #2 Phillips screwdrivers, not included

● Torx screwdriver, not included

Other optional components are:

● Extra mounting brackets and screws

● Second AC PSU or DC PSUs—except N3208PX-ON

● MPS-1S shelf with AC or DC PSU

● MPS-3S shelf with AC or DC PSUs

N3208PX-ON only—External power adapter

●

N3200-ON Series switch configurations

You can order the N3200-ON Series switch in several different configurations.

● N3200-ON Series AC switch (optional DC PSU available) ○ N3208PX-ON—Compact, four ports 1G BASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, four ports 5G BASE-T RJ45 with

802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, two ports 10G SFP+, one fixed AC PSU, two external power adapters, and one fan

○ N3224T-ON—1U, 24 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45, four ports 10G SFP+, two 100G QSFP28 ports for stacking, two pluggable

AC or (optional) DC PSUs, three pluggable fan modules, and normal and reverse airflow options

○ N3224F-ON—1U, 24 ports 1G SFP ports, four ports 10G SFP+, two 100G QSFP28 ports for stacking, two pluggable AC

or (optional) DC PSUs, and three pluggable fan modules

○ N3224P-ON—1U, 24 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45 with 802.3at Type-2 30W PoE, four ports 10G SFP+, two 100G QSFP28

ports for stacking, two pluggable AC or (optional) DC PSUs, and three pluggable fan modules

○ N3224PX-ON—1U, 24 ports 10G BASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, four ports 25G SFP28, two 100G

QSFP28 ports for stacking, two pluggable AC or (optional) DC PSUs, three pluggable fan modules, and (optional) EPS

○ N3248TE-ON—1U, 48 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45, four ports 10G SFP28, two 100G QSFP28 ports for stacking, two

pluggable AC or (optional) DC PSUs, three pluggable fan modules, and normal and reverse airflow options

○ N3248P-ON—1U, 48 ports 1G BASE-T RJ45 with 802.3at Type-2 30W PoE, four ports 10G SFP+, two 100G QSFP28

ports for stacking, two pluggable AC or (optional) DC PSUs, three pluggable fan modules, and (optional) EPS

○ N3248X-ON—1U, 48 ports 10G BASE-T RJ45, four ports 25G SFP28, two 100G QSFP28 ports for stacking, two

pluggable AC or (optional) DC PSUs, three pluggable fan modules, and normal and reverse airflow options

○ N3248PXE—1U, 48 ports 10G BASE-T RJ45 with 802.3bt Type-4 90W PoE, four ports 25G SFP28, two 100G QSFP28

ports for stacking, two pluggable AC or (optional) DC PSUs, three pluggable fan modules, and (optional) EPS

● Normal airflow: ○ All N3200-ON Series switches—Fan with airflow from the I/O side to the PSU side—normal airflow

● Reverse airflow: ○ N3224T-ON, N3248TE-ON, N3248X-ON only—Fan with airflow from the PSU side to the I/O side—reverse airflow

Luggage tag

The switch has a pull-out tag, which is known as a luggage tag, on the I/O-side of the switch. The front of the luggage tag includes switch ID information. The back of the luggage tag includes a QRL that takes you to a How-To site where you can watch videos about racking the switch, replacing components, configuring port channels, and so on.

N3200-ON Series switch

N3208PX-ON, N3224F-ON, N3224P-ON, N3224PX-ON, and N3224T-ON luggage tag

1. Product ID QRL 2. Product information QRL

3. SVC tag 4. MAC address

5. Exp Svc code

N3248P-ON, N3248PXE-ON, N3248TE-ON, N3248X-ON luggage tag

N3200-ON Series switch

1. Product ID QRL 2. Product information QRL

3. SVC tag 4. MAC address

5. Exp Svc code

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Site preparations

The N3200-ON Series switch is suitable for installation as part of a common bond network (CBN).

You can install the switch in:

● Network telecommunication facilities

● Data centers

● Other locations where the National Electric Code (NEC) applies

NOTE: Install the switch into a rack or cabinet before installing any additional components such as cables or optics.

Topics:

• Site selection

• Cabinet placement

• Rack mounting

• Switch ground

Fans and airflow

•

• Power

• Storing components

Site selection

Install the switch equipment in restricted access areas.

A restricted access area is one in which service personnel can only gain access using a special tool, lock, key or other means of security. The authority responsible for the location controls access to the restricted area.

Ensure that the area where you install your switch meets the following safety requirements:

● Near an adequate power source. Connect the switch to the appropriate branch circuit protection according to your local electrical codes.

● Switch environmental temperature is from 32° to 113°F (0° to 45°C).

● Relative humidity is from 5 to 95 percent (RH), noncondensing.

● 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.

● Inside the restricted access area, which is positioned in a rack or cabinet, or on a desktop with adequate space in the front,

back, and sides for proper ventilation and access

●

Install the switch in Information Technology Rooms in accordance with Article 645 of the National Electrical Code and NFPA

75.

For more information about switch storage and environmental temperatures, see Specifications.

Cabinet placement

Install the N3200-ON Series switch only in indoor cabinets that are designed for use in a controlled environment.

Do not install the switch in cabinets that are outdoors. For cabinet placement requirements, see Site selection.

The cabinet must meet minimum size requirements. Airflow must be in accordance with the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) standard. Ensure that there is a minimum of 12.7 cm (5 inches) between the intake and exhaust vents and the cabinet wall.

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Rack mounting

When you prepare your equipment rack, ensure that the rack is grounded.

Ground the equipment rack to the same ground point the power service in your area uses. The ground path must be permanent.

Switch ground

Dell Technologies recommends you ground your switch. Use the N3200-ON Series switch in a common bond network (CBN).

Connect the grounding cables as described in N3200-ON Series switch installation.

NOTE: For an AC-powered switch, although the third conductor of the AC power cable provides a ground path, Dell

Technologies recommends grounding your switch with a dedicated ground wire.

NOTE: For a DC-powered switch, the only way to safely ground your switch is to attach a dedicated ground wire. The

ground lug kit ships in a plastic bag that is placed with the other accessories inside the shipping box. To ground your switch,

first attach the ground lug to the switch using the screws. Then attach the DC ground wire to the ground lug.

Fans and airflow

The N3200-ON Series include three hot-swappable fan units, except the N3208PX-ON, which has one fan.

Fan combinations

Fan installation is completed as part of the factory install based on stock keeping unit (SKU) type. The N3200-ON Series switch has SKUs that support the following configurations:

● AC or DC PSU with fan airflow from the I/O to the PSU—the red indicator is the normal airflow direction.

● AC or DC PSU with fan airflow from the PSU to the I/O—the blue indicator is the reverse airflow direction.

NOTE: All N3200-ON Series switches except N3208PX-ON support normal airflow.

NOTE: Only N3224T-ON, N3248TE-ON, and N3248X-ON AC switches support reverse airflow.

Order the fans suitable to support the ventilation at your site. Use a single type of airflow fan in your switch. Do not mix reverse and normal airflows in a single N3200-ON Series switch.

For proper ventilation, position the switch in an equipment rack or cabinet with a minimum of 12.7 cm (5 inches) of clearance around the exhaust vents. When you install two N3200-ON switches near each other, to permit proper airflow, position the two switches at least 12.7 cm (5 inches) apart. The fan speed varies based on internal temperature monitoring. The N3200-ON Series switch never intentionally turns off the fans.

For more information, see Fans.

Power

To connect the switch to the applicable power source, use the appropriate power cable. An AC power cable is included with each PSU. If you optionally order DC PSUs, they ship with a DC power cable.

When installing AC or DC switches, follow the requirements of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, where applicable.

The switch is powered-up when you connect the power cable between the switch and the power source. For more information, see Power supplies.

WARNING:

outlet.

CAUTION: Always disconnect the power cable before you service the power slots. The switch has multiple power

cables. Before servicing, ensure that all power cables are disconnected.

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This equipment must be earthed. Connect the power plug to a properly wired earth ground socket

CAUTION: On an AC switch, use the power cable as the main disconnect device. Ensure that the socket-outlet is

located and installed near the equipment and is accessible.

NOTE: Software controls the module power. You do not see module LEDs when the switch powers up in ONIE.

Storing components

If you do not install your N3200-ON Series switch and components immediately, properly store the switch and all components using these guidelines:

● Storage location temperature must remain constant. The storage range is from -40°C to 70°C (-40° to 158°F).

● Store on a dry surface or floor, away from direct sunlight, heat, and air conditioning ducts.

● Store in a dust-free environment.

NOTE: ESD damage can occur when components are mishandled. Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground

strap when handling the N3200-ON Series switch and accessories. After you remove the original packaging, place the

N3200-ON Series switch and components on an antistatic surface.

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N3200-ON Series switch installation

To install the N3200-ON Series switch, complete the installation procedures in the order that is presented in this chapter.

Always handle the switch and components with care. Avoid dropping the switch or its field replaceable units (FRUs).

NOTE: ESD damage can occur if components are mishandled. Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap

when handling the N3200-ON Series switch and components. As with all electrical devices of this type, take all the

necessary safety precautions to prevent injury when installing this switch.

Topics:

• Unpack

• Rack or cabinet hardware installation

• Ground cable

• Desktop

• N3208PX-ON ceiling-mount switch installation

N3208PX-ON wall-mount switch installation

•

• Standard bracket two-post installation

• Two-post five-inch-offset switch installation

• Two-post flush-mount switch installation

• Wall- or ceiling-mount switch installation

• One RU ReadyRails installation

• Optics installation

• Switch start-up

• After switch placement

• Switch replacement

Unpack

NOTE: Before unpacking the switch, inspect the container and immediately report any evidence of damage.

When unpacking the switch, ensure that the following items are included:

● One N3200-ON Series switch

● One RJ45 to DB-9 female cable

● One MicroUSB console cable

●

Two sets of rack mounting brackets and screws—except N3208PX-ON

● Four rubber feet

● N3208PX-ON only—ceiling or wall mount tray and screws

● N3208PX-ON only—one wire clip for the power connector

● One pluggable AC PSU (second AC PSU if ordered)—except N3208PX-ON

● One or two pluggable DC PSUs, if ordered

● DC only: Ground lug and screws—except N3208PX-ON.

● Three pluggable fan units, except N3208PX-ON

● (Optional) N3208PX-ON only—two external power adapters

● One AC power cable; country or region specific

● DC only: DC power cable

● N3200-ON Series Quick Setup Guide

● N3200-ON Series Warning Guide

● Safety and Regulatory Information

● Warranty and Support Information

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Unpacking Steps

Unpack the system carefully.

1. Place the container on a clean, flat surface and cut all straps securing the container.

2. Open the container, or remove the container top.

3. Carefully remove the switch from the container and place it on a secure and clean surface.

4. Remove all packing material.

5. Inspect the product and accessories for damage.

Rack or cabinet hardware installation

You may either place the switch on a rack shelf or mount the switch directly into a 19" wide, EIA-310- E-compliant rack.

For 1U switches:

● By default, the switch ships with a two-post rack mount system

● You can order separately the ReadyRail system and/or the four-post L-bracket rail system for two-post or four-post rack

mounting

The ReadyRails system includes separately packaged rail assemblies.

WARNING: This document is a condensed reference. Read the safety instructions in your

and Regulatory

NOTE: The figures in this document are not intended to represent a specific switch.

NOTE: Do not the use the mounted ReadyRails as a shelf or a workplace.

information booklet before you begin.

Safety, Environmental,

Rackmount safety considerations

● Rack loading—Overloading or uneven loading of racks may result in shelf or rack failure, possibly damaging the equipment and causing personal injury. Stabilize racks in a permanent location before loading begins. Mount the components starting at the bottom of the rack, and then work to the top. Do not exceed the load rating of your rack.

● Power considerations—Connect only to the power source specified on the unit. When you install multiple electrical components in a rack, ensure that the total component power ratings do not exceed the circuit capabilities. Overloaded power sources and extension cables present fire and shock hazards.

● Elevated ambient temperature—If installed in a closed rack assembly, the operating temperature of the rack environment may be greater than the room ambient temperature. Use care not to exceed the 45°C (113°F) maximum ambient temperature of the switch.

● Reduced airflow—Install the equipment in the rack so that the amount of airflow that is required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

● Reliable earthing—Maintain reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment. Pay particular attention to the supply connections other than the direct connections to the branch circuit, for example, use of power strips.

● Do not mount the equipment with the backpanel facing downward.

Ground cable

To attach a ground cable to the switch, use the included M4 screws.

For an AC-powered switch, although the third conductor of the AC power cable provides a ground path, Dell

NOTE:

Technologies recommends grounding your switch with a dedicated ground wire.

NOTE: For a DC-powered switch, the only way to safely ground your switch is to attach a dedicated ground wire. The

ground lug kit ships in a plastic bag that is placed with the other accessories inside the shipping box. To ground your switch,

first attach the ground lug to the switch using the screws. Then attach the DC ground wire to the ground lug.

The ground cable is not included.

N3200-ON Series switch installation

The ground lug ships with the optionally ordered DC version PSUs. The AC-no-OS version of the N3248PXE-ON switch, which you must special order, also ships with the ground lug.

CAUTION: Grounding conductors must be made of copper. Do not use aluminum conductors.

NOTE: Coat the one-hole lug with an antioxidant compound before crimping. Also, bring any unplated mating surfaces to a

shiny finish and coat with an antioxidant before mating. Plated mating surfaces must be clean and free from contamination.

NOTE: The rack installation ears are not suitable for grounding.

To connect the ground cable to the switch:

1. Cut your user-supplied ground cable to the wanted length.

The cable length must facilitate proper operation of the fault interrupt circuits. Use the shortest cable route allowable.

2. Crimp the ground cable inside the ground lug.

3. Attach the other end of the ground cable to a suitable ground point such as the rack or cabinet.

The rack installation ears are not a suitable grounding point.

Desktop

One mounting option is to place the N3200-ON Series switch on a desktop.

The mounting supplies for this installation ship with the switch.

1. Locate the four rubber feet shipped with the switch.

2. Remove the paper backing on the bottom of one of the rubber feet.

3. Adhere the rubber foot to one of the four round position marks on the underside of the switch.

4. Repeat the process for the remaining three rubber feet.

5. Turn the switch over and place on a desktop.

N3208PX-ON ceiling-mount switch installation

This switch installation procedure applies to the compact N3208PX-ON switch only.

NOTE: Do not use this installation procedure for the full-width N3200-ON Series switches.

The mounting supplies for this installation ship with the switch. To complete this installation, you need a pencil, drill, and Phillips-head drill bit.

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