You have purchased the XG1200, a compact, 12 port 10 Gigabit Ethernet layer 2 switch that
achieves unsurpassed standards of high throughput and low-latency performance.
This manual explains the procedures required to install your XG1200 and should be read and
understood before you start using your XG1200.
This manual contains important information to ensure the safe use of your XG1200.
Be sure to thoroughly read and understand its contents before attempting to use the XG1200.
After reading, store this manual in a safe place for future reference.
PFU has made every effort to ensure the safety of the user and others, and to prevent property
damage. When using the XG1200, follow the instructions given in this manual.
Warning notations
Warnings are included throughout this manual in order to prevent injury to the user and/or
material damage. There are two levels of warnings, both of which are composed of a symbol
and a message describing the issue.
WARNING
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of serious or fatal injury if the
XG1200 is not used properly.
This symbol indicates the possibility of minor or moderate personal injury,
as well as damage to the XG1200 and/or to other users and their property, if the XG1200 is not used properly.
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WARNING
not used properly.
For your safety and that of others, please follow these guidelines.
CategoryWarning
This symbol indicates the possibility of serious or fatal injury if the XG1200 is
Danger of
electric shock
or fire
Danger of
breakage
and injury
Never attempt to disassemble, dismantle, upgrade, or recycle the XG1200 by yourself.
Do not place objects on the XG1200, as there is a risk of electric shock, fire, and/or damage.
Do not install the XG1200 where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, close to a heating device, or in an
environment with much dust and high humidity, as there is a risk of electric shock and fire.
For XG1200 models with cooling vents, do not block off the vents as these prevent the internal parts of the
XG1200 from reaching high temperature, and there is a risk of fire.
Do not wrap the running XG1200 with a cloth. Doing so keeps the heat in, and may cause a fire.
Avoid getting any liquids (such as coffee) or pieces of metal (such as paper clips) into the XG1200, as there is
a risk of electric shock and fire. To avoid foreign objects getting into the XG1200, never place objects on it.
Do not put your fingers into the LAN jack, as there is a risk of electric shock.
Do not use the XG1200 with any voltage other than that specified on the device, as there is a risk of electric
shock and fire.
Should the XG1200 start giving off heat, smoke, and/or a strange smell, immediately disconnect the power
plug from the power outlet. To make this easy, the XG1200 should be located close to the power outlet (wall
socket or power strip), and the power outlet must be readily accessible.
Do not disconnect the ground cables before disconnecting the power plug from the power outlet.
After the power is disconnected, contact the vendor's service department immediately. Continued use of the
XG1200 may cause an electric shock and fire.
Note that in this case, the state of data in transmission is not guaranteed. (page 32)
If the power plug or power socket is dirty, clean it with a dry cloth. Continued use may cause a fire. (page 30)
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands, as there is a risk of electric shock. (page 30)
Insert the power plug completely into the power socket.
A partially inserted power plug may cause an electric shock, give off smoke, and/or catch fire. (page 30)
When you remove a power plug from its outlet, be sure to pull the only power plug itself. Pulling on the power
cord itself may expose the cores or break the cord, and cause electric shock or fire. (page 30)
If the XG1200 is to be left unused for any significant period, remove the power plug from the outlet for safety
reasons. Failure to do so may cause a fire or damage. (page 30)
Do not damage or remodel the power cords, as this may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not place any object on, wrap any object with, pull and/or kick the power cords, as there is a risk of
electric shock and fire. (page 30)
Never overload a power outlet with multiple devices.
If too many devices are connected, the power socket may overheat and cause a fire.
When you remove a power plug from an outlet, be sure to pull the power plug itself.
A power plug damaged by incorrect removal may cause an electric shock and fire.
Do not use the XG1200 with a damaged power cord, a damaged power plug, and/or a loose socket.
Continued use under these conditions may cause an electric shock and fire. (page 30)
Do not bundle the power cords. Doing so increases the heat density, and may cause a fire.
Do not touch the power plug when there is thunder and lightning about, as there is a risk of electric shock.
(page 30)
Do not place the XG1200 on its side or stack up multiple XG1200s.
Ignoring this may damage the XG1200 or injure the operator.
Do not install the XG1200 in an unstable place (such as on a slanted surface or a place subject to vibrations).
Doing so may cause injury or device damage.
Do not place any objects or perform any work on the XG1200.
Ignoring this may damage the XG1200 or injure the operator.
Never leave the plastic bags the XG1200 was packed in around where children can find them, as they may
suck them into their mouths or place them over their heads in fun,
Do not dispose the XG1200 with other wastes. If burnt, the XG1200 can explode.
with a severe risk of choking and asphyxia.
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CAUTION
well as damage to the XG1200 and/or to other users and their property, if the
XG1200 is not used properly.
CategoryCaution
This symbol indicates the possibility of minor or moderate personal injury, as
Danger of device
damage
Danger of
electromagnetic
interference
Danger of
electric shock
Danger when
rackmounting
Danger when
cleaning
Do not place the XG1200 on its side or stack up multiple XG1200s. Doing so may damage the XG1200.
Do not install the XG1200 in an unstable place (such as on a slanted surface or a place subjected to
vibrations). Doing so may damage the XG1200.
Do not place any objects or perform any work on the XG1200. Doing so may damage the XG1200.
Install the XG1200 inside a building. Using the XG1200 outside may damage it.
Do not use the XG1200 in areas of extremely high temperature, low temperature, or a area where the
temperature goes up and down suddenly. Installing the XG1200 in such areas may damage it.
Do not expose the XG1200 to seawater. Installing the XG1200 in such areas may damage it.
Do not use the XG1200 in a place subjected to shock or vibrations. Using the XG1200 in such a place
may damage it.
Do not use the XG1200 in a place where chemicals are being sprayed or may otherwise come in contact
with it. Using the XG1200 in such a place may damage it.
Do not use the XG1200 near objects which generate strong magnetic fields, such as microwave ovens.
Using the XG1200 in such place may damage it.
Do not use the XG1200 with foreign objects (liquids and/or pieces of metal) inside it. Using the XG1200
in such a condition may damage it.
When moving the XG1200, be sure to remove the power plug from the outlet first. Not doing so may
damage it.
Do not use the XG1200 near a radio or a TV.
Doing so can interfere with the radio and TV reception.
To avoid an electric shock, do not open the cover unless you are a maintenance engineer.
When performing maintenance on the XG1200, be sure to remove the power plug from the outlet first.
Only use the XG1200 if the temperature inside the rack is 40°C or less. Ignoring this may damage the
XG1200 (page 24).
Ensure that the rack is sufficiently ventilated and that excess heat is properly exhausted (page 24).
Check that the configuration of devices in the rack does not overload the power supply (page 24).
To ensure the stability of the rack, fix it to the wall or floor as appropriate (page 24).
Do not install the XG1200 in a rack if it would make it unstable (page 24).
Check that all units installed in the rack are correctly connected to a grounded power source (page 24).
When removing the XG1200 from a rack, and be sure to hold it by both sides.
At least two people should work together. (page 25) (page 28)
When cleaning the XG1200, only use a soft cloth, and wipe it gently.
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No self maintenance
Never attempt to dismantle or modify the XG1200 yourself. This is extremely dangerous
since the XG1200 includes both high voltage and high temperature components.
If maintenance is required, contact the vendor's service department.
Warning label
The following warning label may be found on the rear of XG1200. Do not attempt to remove
this warning label. If you cannot read the details written in the warning label because of dirt or
wear, contact the vendor's service department for a replacement label.
Safety precautions
• The expected life of the XG1200 is approximately five years, assuming use at an ambient
temperature of 25°C.
• Use of this hardware guide, the XG1200, its firmware, and the management software are
the responsibility of the user.
•
Fujitsu and its partners accept no responsibility for any errors or data loss arising from use
of the XG1200. Before using the XG1200, it should be understood that the XG1200 is not
guaranteed against failure for any more than the original purchase price.
• Fujitsu and its partners do not approve of any use of the firmware provided with the
XG1200, or of any authorized firmware upgrades, for any purpose other than installation
on the XG1200. Modification and disassemble are expressing not permitted.
• When connecting up the fiber optic cables, check that there is no dust, foreign objects or
fingerprints on the connector surfaces.
For security
A default login password is set before the XG1200 is shipped.
For security reasons, a new password should be chosen before the XG1200 is used.
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Electromagnetic compatibility
FCC Class A
CE Marking
Safety
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950, UL60950 and EN60950
Static electricity
Under certain conditions, twisted pair cables can become charged with static electricity.
Connecting a statically charged twisted pair cable to a device can cause the device or its LAN
port to operate falsely or to become damaged.
Use a static removal tool to discharge twisted pair cables to ground immediately before connecting them to devices.
Note that a discharged twisted pair cable that has been left unconnected for a long time may
become statically charged again.
High safety
[Use for the high safety required case]
The XG1200 is designed, developed and manufactured as contemplated for general use,
including without limitation, general office use, personal use, household use, and ordinary
industrial use, but is not designed, developed and manufactured for use in situations with
accompanying fatal risks or dangers that, unless extremely high safety is secured, could lead
directly to death, personal injury, severe physical damage or other loss (hereinafter "High
Safety Required Use"), including without limitation, nuclear reaction control in nuclear facility,
aircraft flight control, air traffic control, mass transport control, medical life support system,
and missile launch control in weapon systems.
Do not use the XG1200 for High Safety Required Use without otherwise ensuring the safety
level required. Fujitsu and its related companies assume no liability whatsoever for damages
arising from use of the XG1200 by the user in high-safety applications, and for any claims or
compensation for damages by the user or a third party.
Laser safety
The XG1200 contains a class 1 laser, and can emit invisible laser light. Do not look into the
10 Gigabit Ethernet port openings. The following warning applies to the XG1200's laser:
• The XG1200 contains Xenpak modules, which are laser devices.
In the USA, these Xenpak modules are certified as Class 1 laser products that conform to
the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) regulation
21 CFR Subchapter J, and this certification is indicated by a label attached to each Xenpak module.
Outside the USA, these Xenpak modules are certified as Class 1 laser products that conform to the requirements given in IEC825-1 (1993) and Amendment11 (1996) of
EN60825-1 (1994).
• Even when cables are not connected, invisible laser light may be still emitted from the
port openings. To avoid this laser light, never peer into the port openings.
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About This Manual
This section explains who this manual is aimed at, describes the layout of the manual, and gives a
description of the symbols used in this manual.
Targeted reader and expected knowledge
This manual is written for an administrator who has responsibility for network system configuration, maintenance, and management.
Understanding of the following knowledge is expected.
• Basic knowledge of networks, intranets and the internet.
• Basic knowledge of system management.
• Basic knowledge of system security.
This manual does not give any explanation of network protocol terms.
Organization
This manual is organized as follows.
Chapter 1Before Use
This chapter lists the items that should be in the XG1200 package, describes
the names and functions of the various components of the XG1200.
Chapter 2Installation and Operation
This chapter explains how to install, connect, and start the XG1200.
Chapter 3Troubleshooting
This chapter describes what you should do when your XG1200 has problems.
Appendix
This appendix explains the specifications of the XG1200, and should be
referred to as necessary.
Related manuals
The following manuals are related to this manual. Consult them as required.
• XG1200 Hardware Guide (this manual)
This manual describes the hardware of the XG1200.
• XG1200 User's Guide
This manual describes a variety of operations and procedures, including the installation
and maintenance of the XG1200.
When referring to the "XG1200 User’s Guide", the manual name is usually abbreviated as
"User's Guide".
The user's guide is an online manual, contained in the "XG1200 User's Guide CD-ROM".
About This Manual 7
Symbols used in this manual
Refer
This manual uses the following symbols.
This symbol indicates a point that operator should pay attention to.
AttentionAttention
This symbol indicates supplemental information.
Note
This symbol indicates a section which describes related information.
Refer
Refer
WARNING
CAUTION
This symbol means "Danger! You are in a situation that could result in
bodily injury". Before continuing, make yourself aware of the hazards
involved and become familiar with common ways of preventing accidents.
This symbol means "Be careful, or you might do something that could
damage your equipment or result in loss of data".
Trademarks and abbreviations used in this manual
Company names and products names referred in this manual are registered trademarks or
trademarks of respective companies.
The trademark ™ and ® have been omitted from this manual.
Product Information
The latest product information including technical information, update information, are available from the following web site:
http://www.pfu.fujitsu.com/products/xg