Cisco Systems MDS 9216 User's Information Guide
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1. 16 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 3 6 78 16165 01 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com Figure 3 3 Connecting to the MGMT 10 100 Ethemet Port on the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch To connect the MGMT 10 100 Ethernet port to an external hub switch or router follow these steps Step1 Connect the appropriate modular cable to the MGMT 10 100 Ethernet port Use modular RJ 45 straight through UTP cables to connect the 10 100 management port to an Ethernet switch port or hub e Usea cross over cable to connect to a router interface Step 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the device Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port The Fibre Channel ports on the switch modules are compatible with LC type fiber optic SFP transceivers and cables see Figure 3 4 on page 3 9 You can use the Fibre Channel ports to connect to the SAN or for in band management For information about configuring the switch for inband management refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 78 16165 01 3 7 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com The Cisco MDS 9000 Family supports both Fibre Channel and Gigabit Ethernet protocol for SFP transceivers Each transceiver must match the tra2. Preparing for Network Connections page 3 2 e Connecting to the Console Port page 3 2 Connecting to the COMI Port page 3 4 Connecting to the MGMT 10 100 Ethernet Port page 3 6 Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port page 3 7 Preparing for Netw ork Connections When preparing your site for network connections to the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch consider the following for each type of interface and gather all the required equipment before connecting the ports Cabling required for each interface type Distance limitations for each signal type Additional interface equipment required Connecting to the Console Port The console port labeled Console is an RS 232 port with an RJ 45 interface see Figure 3 1 on page 3 3 The console port is an asynchronous async serial port any device connected to this port must be capable of asynchronous transmission We recommend using this port to create a local management connection to set the IP address and other initial configuration settings before connecting the switch to the network for the first time Note Connecting the console port to a modem is supported for switches running Cisco MDS SAN OS Release 1 2 2a or later Although the console port can be used to connect to a modem the COM 1 port is recommended for this purpose Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 3 2 78 16165 01 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to the Console Por
3. Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com CHAPTER Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch The Cisco MDS 9216 Switch provides the following types of ports CONSOLE port Interface Module An RS 232 port that you can use to create a local management connection COM 1 port Interface Module An RS 232 port that you can use to connect to an external serial communication device such as a modem MGMT 10 100 Ethernet port Interface Module An Ethernet port that you can use to access and manage the switch by IP address such as through the CLI or Fabric Manager Fibre Channel ports Supervisor and Switching Modules Fibre Channel ports that you can use to connect to the SAN or for in band management gt Caution When running power and data cables in overhead or sub floor cable trays we strongly recommend that power cables and other potential noise sources be located as far away as practical from network cabling that terminates on Cisco equipment In situations where long parallel cable runs cannot be separated by at least 3 3 ft 1 m we recommend shielding any potential noise sources by housing them in a grounded metallic conduit Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 78 16165 01 3 1 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Preparing for Netw ork Connections Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com This chapter provides the following information
4. e Installation Guide 78 16165 01 3 9 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com Removing an SFP Transceiver and Fiber Optic Cable A Caution When pulling a cable from a transceiver grip the body of the connector Do not pull on the jacket sleeve since this can compromise the fiber optic termination in the connector To remove an SFP transceiver and fiber optic cable from a Fibre Channel port follow these steps Step1 Press the latch on top of the SFP to release the lock and gently pull the transceiver from the port Step2 If desired remove the cable from the transceiver by pressing the latch on the cable and pulling the cable from the transceiver Step3 Cover the ends of the transceiver and the cable with the appropriate dust caps Maintaining SFP Transceivers and Fiber Optic Cables SFP transceivers and fiber optic cables must be kept clean and dust free to maintain high signal accuracy and prevent damage to the connectors Attenuation loss of light is increased by contamination and should be below 0 35 dB Maintenance guidelines SFP transceivers are static sensitive To prevent ESD damage wear an ESD preventive wrist strap that is connected to the chassis Do not remove and insert a transceiver more often than necessary Repeated removals and insertions can shorten its useful life Keep all optical con
5. nections covered when not in use If they become dusty clean before using to prevent dust from scratching the fiber optic cable ends Do not touch ends of connectors to prevent fingerprints and other contamination Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 3 10 78 16165 01 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com Clean regularly the required frequency of cleaning depends upon the environment In addition clean connectors if they are exposed to dust or accidentally touched Both wet and dry cleaning techniques can be effective refer to the instructions provided with the SFP transceiver Inspect routinely for dust and damage If damage is suspected clean and then inspect fiber ends under a microscope to determine if damage has occurred Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 78 16165 01 3 11 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 3 12 78 16165 01
6. nsceiver on the other end of the cable and the cable must not exceed the stipulated cable length for reliable communications Refer to the release notes for the list of specific supported SFP transceivers SFP transceivers can be ordered separately or with the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch _ amp Warning Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or connectors Do not stare into beams or view directly with optical instruments Statement 1051 A Caution Wear an ESD preventive wrist strap connected to the chassis when handling transceivers Keep optical connectors covered when not in use and do not touch connector ends Avoid removing and inserting transceivers more often than necessary gt Caution To prevent damage to the fiber optic cables do not place more tension on them than the rated limit and do not bend to a radius of less than 1 inch 1f there is no tension in the cable or 2 inches 1f there is tension in the cable Note Use only Cisco SFP transceivers on the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Each Cisco SFP transceiver is encoded with model information that enables the switch to verify that the SFP transceiver meets the requirements for the switch For instructions specific to the transceiver type refer to the Installation Notes for the Cisco Small Form Factor Pluggable Modules provided with the transceiver Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 3 8 78 16165 01 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisc
7. o MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to a Fibre Channel Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com Figure 3 4 Connecting an LC Type Cable to an SFP Transceiver Installing an SFP Transceiver and Fiber Optic Cable To connect an SFP transceiver and fiber optic cable to a Fibre Channel port follow these steps Step1 Verify that the transceiver and cable type both have LC connectors and are the required type for longwave or shortwave transmission and the required distances The transceiver label generally lists the model and wavelength Step 2 Remove the dust plug from the port end of the transceiver by pressing the trigger on top of the plug to release the latch clicks open and pulling the plug out Step 3 Align and insert the transceiver into the port until the latch clicks Transceivers are keyed to prevent incorrect installation if it does not slide in easily verify it is correctly oriented Step 4 Remove the dust plugs from the cable and the cable end of the transceiver Step5 Align and insert the cable end into the transceiver see Figure 3 4 until the latch clicks Cables are keyed to prevent incorrect installation If the cable does not slide in easily verify it is correctly oriented Step6 Connect the other end of the cable to the external end system or switch For instructions on verifying connectivity on a module port refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardwar
8. t Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com A Caution If you do want to connect the console port to a modem do not connect it while the switch is booting connect either before powering the switch on or after the switch has completed the boot process You can use the console port to perform the following functions Configure the Cisco MDS 9500 from the CLI Monitor network statistics and errors Configure SNMP agent parameters Download software updates Note To connect the console port to a computer terminal the computer must support VT100 terminal emulation The terminal emulation software frequently an application such as HyperTerminal or Procomm Plus makes communication between the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch and computer possible during setup and configuration Figure 3 1 Connecting to the Console Port on the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch 91679 Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 78 16165 01 3 3 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to the COM 1 Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com To connect the console port to a computer terminal follow these steps Step1 Configure the terminal emulator program to match the following default port characteristics 9600 baud 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity Step 2 Connect the supplied RJ 45 to DB 9 female adapter to the computer serial port We recommend using the adapter and cable provided
9. uivalent crossover cable Qo Note Use the green DB 9 adapter that is specifically labeled for use with the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch If this adapter is not included in the accessory kit you can request one from your customer service representative Step 2 If the default settings for the COM port have been modified refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide for information regarding verifying and resetting the default settings Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 78 16165 01 3 5 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to the MGMT 10 100 Ethernet Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com The default COMI settings are as follows line Aux Speed 9600 bauds Databits 8 bits per byte Stopbits 1 bit s Parity none Modem In Enable Modem Init String default ATE0Q1 amp D2 amp C1S0 1 015 Statistics tx 17 rx 0 Register Bits RTS DTR Connecting to the M GMT 10 100 Ethernet Port A Caution To prevent an IP address conflict do not connect the MGMT 10 100 Ethernet port to the network until the initial configuration is complete For configuration instructions refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide The MGMT 10 100 Ethernet port labeled MGMT 10 100 is autosensing and has an RJ 45 interface Figure 3 3 on page 3 7 You can use this port to access and manage the switch by IP address such as through Fabric Manager Cisco MDS 92
10. with the switch Step 3 Connect the console cable a rollover RJ 45 to RJ 45 cable to the console port see Figure 3 1 and to the RJ 45 to DB 9 adapter at the computer serial port Note For configuration instructions refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide Connecting to the COM 1 Port S Note The COMI port is not supported for connection to a console The COM1 port labeled COM1 is an RS 232 port with a DB 9 interface You can use it to connect to an external serial communication device such as a modem For information about how to turn off hardware flow control refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family Configuration Guide Note Connecting the COM port to a modem is supported for switches running Cisco MDS SAN OS Release 1 2 1a or later Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Hardware Installation Guide 3 4 78 16165 01 Chapter3 Connecting the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch Connecting to the COM 1 Port Send documentation comments to mdsfeedback doc cisco com Figure 3 2 Connecting to the COM1 Port on the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch To connect the COM1 port to a modem follow these steps Step 1 Connect the modem to the COM port using the adapters and cables provided with the accessory kit as follows connect the DB 9 serial adapter labeled for use with the Cisco MDS 9216 Switch to the COM1 port connect the RJ 45 to DB 25 modem adapter to the modem then connect the adapters using the RJ 45 to RJ 45 rollover cable or eq
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