The HPE Synergy 4-port Frame Link Module (FLM) is a ‘frame manager’ designed for Composable Infrastructure. The FLM
• File Encryption using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) functionality.
Figure 1: HPE Synergy 4-port Frame Link Module (FLM)
1.
Appliance port connectivity LEDs
6.
LINK port [SFP+]4
2.
USB-C (KVM connection)1
7.
Health LED
3.
LINK port activity LED
8.
USB adapter thumb screw connection
4.
MGMT port activity LED
9.
UID LED button
5.
MGMT port [SFP+]
5, 6
10.
Appliance ports [SFP+]
2, 3
NOTE1: Support for USB-C storage devices at the USB 2.0 level.
efficiently manages the operations of a Synergy Frame in conjunction with HPE Composer, which is powered by HPE OneView.
Key functions of the HPE Synergy Frame Link Module include:
• Scaling the environment by linking Synergy Frames together in a management ring (single management domain),
• Separation of the data & management networks for management performance and resilience against Denial of Service
(DoS) attacks,
• Auto-discovery of resources by collecting asset and inventory info of components in linked frames,
• Control and monitoring of the thermal and power infrastructure resources in an HPE Synergy Frame,
• Provides out-of-band management interface to HPE OneView to configure and manage interconnect modules.
• Reporting the health status for each component installed in a frame, and
• Hosting the HPE Synergy Console user interface.
The HPE Synergy 4-port FLM provides enhanced security in Synergy systems by implementing:
• Secure Start to validate the firmware to prevent tampering,
• Hardware Root of Trust tied to the FLM CPU for further firmware validation, and
NOTE2: Provides a direct network connection to an appliance in bay 2. Reserved for future use.
3
: Provides a direct network connection to an appliance in bay 1. Reserved for future use.
NOTE
4
NOTE
: Use 10GbE transceivers and cables for LINK port connections.
NOTE5: 10GbE or 1GbE based on the cable or transceiver used.
NOTE6: The transceiver or cable used must match the port speed of the switch used for management network connectivity.
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NOTE: HPE Synergy 4-Port FLMs require supported SFP+ DAC cables or SFP+ transceivers for cabling.
What's New
The HPE Synergy Frame Link Module (FLM) is a ‘frame manager’ designed for Composable Infrastructure. The FLM efficiently
t
NOTE: HPE Synergy FLMs (both 2-port and 4-port versions) are compatible with existing applications and workloads.
manages the operations of a Synergy Frame in conjunction with HPE Composer, which is powered by HPE OneView.
HPE Synergy 4-port FLM is a new product version which implements enhancements for Synergy users.
Enhanced security for Synergy systems is implemented in the
• Secure Start to validate the firmware to prevent tampering,
• Hardware Root of Trus
• File Encryption
using Trusted Platform Module (TPM) functionality.
tied to the FLM CPU for further firmware validation, and
Additional capabilities in the HPE Synergy 4-port Frame Link Module (FLM) include:
• SFP+ ports to enable optical connections for reaching distant frames or remote subnets in a datacenter,
• Two additional direct-to-the-appliance bay ports which are reserved for future use, and
• USB-C connector (USB 2.0) for DisplayPort connectivity via a dongle.
HPE Synergy 4-port FLM:
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Product Features
Performance
• Management (MGMT) uplink connections can operate at 10 GbE to support multiple users or
administrators and to provide faster downloading of virtual media for firmware/software updates.
• Management (MGMT) port connections on the FLM are able to auto-negotiate down to 1 GbE to
• HPE Synergy 4-port Frame Link Modules have SFP+ ports which enable connections to distant
frames and remote subnets.
Management
• HPE Synergy FLMs are ‘frame managers’ which operate under HPE Composer (powered by HPE
OneView) management control.
• An out-of-band management interface to HPE OneView is provided by HPE Synergy FLMs to
configure and manage interconnect modules.
• User Interface for the Synergy FLM includes USB-C (supported to the USB 2.0 level), Health LED,
User ID (UID), and DisplayPort (via USB Adapter cable).
• Firmware for managing the HPE Synergy Frame Link Module is included in every HPE Synergy
Custom SPP release, as part of HPE Synergy Software Releases.
• HPE Synergy Software Releases provide users with tested sets of firmware, drivers, and related
updates to keep systems up-and-running as stable operating environments. For more information,
see HPE Synergy Software Releases - Overview
Security
All Synergy Frame Link Modules operate in FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standard) security mode. If
HPE Synergy Composer (powered by HPE OneView) is put into CNSA (Commercial National Security
Algorithm) mode, then HPE Composer will put the FLM into CNSA mode also.
Security enhancements which are unique to the HPE Synergy 4-Port Frame Link Module include:
• Management data stored on the frame link module is encrypted by default. The encryption is rooted
in the integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) on the hardware device,
• Hardware Root of Trust (related to NIST SP800-193) which ensures that only firmware signed by
Hewlett Packard Enterprise can be used to boot the frame link module,
• Secure Start (related to NIST SP800-193) which provides secure firmware updates,
• Firmware Resiliency prevents modification of the current running firmware image which increases
reliability and by ensuring a good firmware image is always available, and
• Hardware-enforced write protection protects the frame link module from unauthorized changes.
Security features which are common to all HPE Synergy Frame Link Modules include:
• Separation of the production (‘data’) network from the management (or ‘control’) network, which
protects against Denial of Service (DoS) attacks,
• Audit logging,
• Verification of certificates for Transport Layer Security (TLS),
• Secure protocols and certifications such as:
– FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standard) 140-2 Level 1,
– PCI-DSS compliance,
– Commercial National Security Algorithm (CNSA) Suite B, and
– General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR),
• Verified boot and Authenticated updates,
• Centralized platform security policies with Certificate management,
• No clear text passwords,
• Scope based access control (SBAC), and
• Secure out-of-the-box experience with Secure Erase of user data.
.
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Models
HPE Synergy 4-port Frame Link Module
876852-B21
NOTE: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that a second HPE Synergy FLM be added into each Synergy Frame for
CAUTION: Both FLM units of a redundant pair in a Synergy Frame must be of the same generation.
HPE Synergy 4-port Frame Link Module
876852-B21
NOTE: USB Adapter (‘dongle’) required for DisplayPort access to the rear of the HPE Synergy Frame (USB-C
Compatibility
HPE Synergy 4-port Frame Link Module supports the following hardware.
HPE Synergy Frames
• HPE Synergy 12000 Frame
HPE Synergy
• HPE Virtual Connect SE 100GB F32 Module for HPE Synergy
HPE Cables and
• See the ‘Related Options’ section of this document
AOC cable use with ER transceivers = 40km (max)
redundancy.
NOTE: Single FLM unit per SKU.
to DisplayPort).
Interconnects
• HPE Synergy 100Gb F32 Switch Module
• HPE Virtual Connect SE 40GB F8 Module for HPE Synergy
• HPE Synergy 40Gb F8 Switch Module
Transceivers
CAUTION: Cable type and transceivers determine the distance limit of connections.
Active DAC cables @ 10Gbps = 15 meters (max)
Passive DAC cables = ~5 meters
AOC cable use with SR transceivers = 300m (max)
AOC cable use with LR transceivers = 10km (max)
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Supported Configurations
Figure 2: HPE Synergy 12000 Frame - Rear View
(Frame Link Modules shown partially extended)
1.
Frame Link Module #1
2.
Frame Link Module #2
HPE Synergy Frame Link Modules install into one of two frame link module bays in the rear of the frame.
NOTE: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that a second Synergy FLM be added into each Synergy Frame for redundancy.
CAUTION: Both FLM units of a redundant pair in a Synergy Frame must be of the same generation
CAUTION: Use caution when installing a Synergy FLM into the Synergy Frame to avoid damage to the connector. Installing a
Synergy FLM with a damaged connector can result in damage to the Synergy Frame midplane.
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Copper Cables
DAC Cables connect SFP+ ports using copper cable with built-in transceivers.
NOTE: Direct Attach Cables (DAC) use copper cables with built-in transceivers on each end.
CAUTION: Cable type determines the distance limit of connections.
Passive DAC cables = ~5 meters
HPE BladeSystem c-Class 10GbE SFP+ to SFP+ 3m Direct Attach Copper Cable
487655-B21
HPE BladeSystem c-Class 10GbE SFP+ to SFP+ 5m Direct Attach Copper Cable
537963-B21
Fibre Cables
AOC Cables connect SFP+ ports using fibre cables with transceivers.
port FLMs and for connecting management uplinks to other
NOTE: For distances over 50m, fibre cables are typically purchased from other suppliers.
CAUTION: Cable type and transceivers determine the distance limit of connections.
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 fiber 2m Cable
QK733A
QK734A
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 fiber 15m Cable
QK735A
QK736A
HPE Premier Flex LC/LC Multi-mode OM4 2 fiber 50m Cable
QK737A
Transceivers
Transceiver use should consider bandwidth, port types, and port counts.
Transceivers (10 Gbps) for connecting SFP+ ports using AOC fibre cables.
HPE BladeSystem c-Class 10Gb SFP+ SR Transceiver
455883-B21
NOTE: Typical transceiver for use with single-mode fibre cable (short range).
HPE BladeSystem c-Class 10Gb SFP+ LR Transceiver
455886-B21
NOTE: Typical transceiver for use with single-mode fibre cable (long range).
Transceivers (10 Gbps) for connecting SFP+ ports to RJ45 ports using CAT6A cables.
(DAC)
(AOC)
NOTE: For use between Synergy 4-port FLMs, and for connecting management uplinks to other SFP+
network connections.
Active DAC cables @ 10Gbps = 15 meters (max)
NOTE: For use connecting between Synergy 4SFP+ network connections.
NOTE: HPE Synergy 4-port FLMs have SFP+ 10Gbps 2-fibre ports.
NOTE: Active Optical Cable (AOC) solutions can be created by using either OM3 or OM4 fibre cables with
transceivers on each end.
AOC cable use with SR transceivers = 300m (max)
AOC cable use with LR transceivers = 10km (max)
AOC cable use with ER transceivers = 40km (max)
NOTE: Typical 1Gb transceiver for connecting CAT cables to SFP+ ports on the HPE
Synergy 4-port FLM.
HPE Synergy
Deployment/Installation & Start-up Services
HPE Factory Express Synergy Initial Frame Package 4 Service
HA454A1-300
HPE Factory Express Synergy Add-on Frame Package 4 Service
HA454A1-301
HPE Synergy First Frame Startup Service
U8JM3E
HPE Synergy Additional Frame Startup Service
U8JM4E
Services
NOTE: Typical 10GbE transceiver for connecting CAT6A cables to SFP+ ports on the
HPE Synergy 4-port FLM.
• 861412-B21 HPE CAT6A 4-foot Cable
• 861413-B21 HPE CAT6A 10-foot Cable
• 861414-B21 HPE CAT6A 21-foot Cable
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HPE Synergy Frame
Shipping
Length
18.50 in (469.9 mm)
Width
10.13 in (257.3 mm)
Height
2.00 in (50.8 mm)
Shipping Weight
2.13 lbs (0.97 kg)
Product Hardware
Indicators
Health LED
UID LED
MGMT & LINK Port Activity LEDs
Appliance Port Connectivity LEDs
Environmental
Temperature Range
Operating
10° to 35°C
(50° to 95°F)
Non-Operating
-30°C to 60°C
(-22°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity (non-condensing)
Operating
10% to 90% relative humidity (Rh),
28°C (82.4°F) maximum wet bulb
Temperature, non-condensing.
Shipping
5% to 95% relative humidity (Rh),
38.7°C (101.7°F) maximum wet bulb
Temperature, non-condensing.
NOTE: Operating temperature has an altitude derating of 1.8° F
(1° C) per 1,000 ft (304.8 m). No direct
operating limit is 10,000 ft (3,048 m) or 70Kpa/10.1 psia. Upper
non
NOTE:
temperature of 113° F (45° C). Altitude maximum for storage is
70 KPa.
-operating limit is 30,000 ft (9,144 m) or 30.3 KPa/4.4 psia.
Storage maximum humidity of 95% is based on a maximum
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