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INFINIBAND SWITCH INSTALLATION
QLogic 12000 Series
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QLogic 12000
Quick Start Guide
Installation Instructions
This guide describes the steps to install and activate a 12000-series InfiniBand switch. For detailed instructions, refer
to the QLogic 12000 Hardware Installation Guide.
NOTE: For the 12005-PT16, please consult your modular blade enclosure documentation for detailed installation
instructions.
Step 1. Check the Packing List
1. Verify all ordered equipment has been received. The 12000 switches ship with all components
pre-installed. The following table lists the maximum
switch:
Table 1. 12000-Series Components
Component 12200 12300 12400-6/12 12800-040 12800-120 12800-180 12800-360
configuration of installed components for each
Fans N/A N/A N/A 4 Intake 5 Intake
3 Exhaust
Power
Supplies or
Blank Fillers
IB Leaf
Modules/
Blanks
Spine
Modules/
Blanks
Management
Modules/
Blanks
I/O Modules N/A N/A 1/2 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Hardware
Installation
kit (mounting
rails, etc.)
DB-9 to
RJ-11
adapter
N/A 2
Power/
Fan units
N/A N/A N/A 4 12 18 36
N/A N/A N/A 1 3 5 9
N/A N/A N/A 2 2 2 2
1 1 1 1 1 1 1
N/A 1 1 2 2 2 2
2
Power/
Fan units
4 4 6 12
5 Intake
3 Exhaust
10 Intake
10 Exhaust
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Table 1. 12000-Series Components
Component 12200 12300 12400-6/12 12800-040 12800-120 12800-180 12800-360
RJ-11 Serial
cable
Power Cords 2 2 2 4 4 6 12
N/A 1 1 2 2 2 2
Step 2. Mount the Switch
1. Install applicable rack mounting hardware and switch in a standard 19" rack as described in the QLogic
12000 Hardware Installation Guide.
Step 3. Apply Power to the Switch
NOTE: Refer to QLogic 12000 Hardware Installation Guide for applicable safety warnings.
1. Attach the AC power cord(s) to the switch and wall outlets or power strips.
2. When the switch is plugged into an AC power outlet:
a. The system powers up.
b. The fans start.
c. The switch, power supply, and fan LEDs light up.
NOTE: For the 12800 switches, make certain the DC On switch is illuminated. If it is not, press
the button to supply power.
Step 4. Connect Cables
1. Connect a Category 5 or 6 (Cat 5/6) Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector(s) on the switch. Connect
the other end of the Cat 5/6 to the OOB LAN workstation or Ethernet switch.
2. 12800 series: Connect a DB-9 to RJ-11 adapter to each RJ-11 cable. Connect the cable(s) to the
switch serial ports.
3. 12300/12400: Connect an RJ-11 cable to each serial port on the switch.
4. Connect the switch to IB-enabled hosts using QSFP IB copper or fiber-optic cables.
Step 5. Change the Default System IP Address and Gateway IP Address
1. Change the default system IP address (192.168.100.9) and gateway IP address (255.255.255.0) as
detailed in the QLogic 12000 Hardware Installation Guide. Obtain the new IP address and subnet mask
from a network administrator.
Step 6. Add equipment to the network
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