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- Page 1 Dell Networking N20xx and N30xx Series Switch Installation Guide Regulatory Model: N20xx, N30xx...
- Page 2 A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death. Copyright © 2016 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Dell, EMC, and other trademarks are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Page 3: About This Guide
This document is intended as an installation guide to get new systems up and running and ready for configuration. You can use a Dell N20xx or N30xx either as a switch or a port extender for a C9010 switch. You can use the N20xx or N30xx series devices as a switch if you use the Dell Networking OS version 6.3(0.16) or later. -
Page 4: N20Xx Series Overview
• Dell N2048P N20xx Series Hardware Overview This section contains information about device characteristics and modular hardware configurations for the N20xx Series switches. All N20xx non-power over Ethernet (PoE) models are 1U, rack-mountable switches with the following physical dimensions: •... - Page 5 The N20xx I/O-side has status light emitting diodes (LEDs) for overtemperature alarm, internal power, and status on the top row. The bottom row of the status LEDs display the stack master, redundant power supply (RPS) status, and fan alarm status. N20xx Series Overview...
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Page 6: Switch Ports
The N2024/N2024P I/O-side provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000BASE-T) RJ-45 ports that support autonegotiation for speed, flow control, and duplex. The N2024/N2024P models support two SFP+ 10G ports. Dell-qualified SFP+ transceivers are sold separately. The N2048/N2048P I/O-side provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 1000BASE-T) RJ-45 ports that support autonegotiation for speed, flow control, and duplex. - Page 7 The console port is separately configurable and can run as an asynchronous link from 1,200 baud to 115,200 baud. The Dell CLI only supports changing the speed. The defaults are 9600 baud rate, 8 data bits, No Parity, 1 Stop Bit, No Flow Control.
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Page 8: N20Xx Series Psu-Side
N20xx Series PSU-Side The following image shows the PSU-side of the N20xx switches. Figure 4. N20xx PSU-Side Mini-SAS stacking ports Fan Vents To DC Power Source (Optional) AC Power Receptacle The term mini-SAS refers to the stacking port cable connections. For information about using the mini-SAS ports to connect switches, see the Stacking Multiple N20xx Switches section. -
Page 9: Ventilation System
Power Supplies - N2024P and N2048P Dell Networking N2024P and N2048P switches have an internal 1000-watt power supply feeding up to 24 PoE devices at full PoE+ power (850W). An additional external power supply (MPS1000) provides 1000 watts and gives full power coverage for all 48 PoE devices (1800W). -
Page 10: N20Xx Series Installation
N20xx Series Installation You can mount the N20xx Series switches in a standard 48.26 cm (19-inch) rack or placed on a flat surface. Make sure that the installation location meets the following site requirements: • Power — The switch is installed near an easily accessible 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz outlet. -
Page 11: Rack Mounting An N20Xx Switch
(provided with the rack). Tighten the bolts on the bottom of each bracket flange first; then tighten the bolts on top (item 1). CAUTION: Make sure that the supplied rack bolts fit the pre-threaded holes in the rack. NOTE: Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. N20xx Series Installation... -
Page 12: Installing As A Free-Standing Switch
6.3(0.16) If you are using Dell Networking OS version 6.3(0.16), you can stack up to 12 switches using the mini-SAS ports located on the rear of the switch. N20xx switches support stacking only with other N20xx series switches. When you connect multiple switches together through the stack ports, they operate as a single unit with up to 576 I/O-side ports. -
Page 13: Stacking Multiple Switches On Dell Networking Os 9.11(0.0)
NOTE: Although individual stack members do not require a separate uplink to a parent C9010, Dell Networking recommends connecting more than one stack unit to the C9010 for redundancy. A stack unit uses the stacking connection to the master PE Connecting to a C9010 Switch section. -
Page 14: Stacking Standby On Dell Networking Os 6.3(0.16)
Stacking Standby on Dell Networking OS 6.3(0.16) The stacking feature on Dell Networking OS version 6.3(0.16) supports a Standby or backup unit that assumes the Master unit role if the Master unit in the stack fails. As soon as a Master failure is detected in the stack, the Standby unit initializes the control plane and enables all other stack units with the current configuration. -
Page 15: Starting And Configuring The N20Xx Switch
Select Terminal keys for Function, Arrow, and Ctrl keys. Make sure that the setting is for Terminal keys (not Microsoft Windows keys). Connect the RJ-45 connector on the cable directly to the switch console port. The Dell Networking console port is on the right side of the I/O-side and is labeled with a |O|O| symbol. -
Page 16: Connecting An N20Xx Switch To A Power Source
Connect the power cable to a grounded AC outlet. If you are using a redundant or external DC power supply, such as the Dell Networking RPS720 or Dell Networking MPS1000, connect the DC power cable to the DC receptacle on the PSU-side. The redundant power supply feed is located in the middle and is labeled RPS. -
Page 17: Booting The N20Xx Switch
The Dell Networking switch booted successfully. • The console connection is established, and the Dell Easy Setup Wizard prompt appears on the screen of a VT100 terminal or terminal equivalent. Perform the initial switch configuration through the console port. After the initial configuration, you can manage the switch from the already connected console port or remotely through an interface defined during the initial configuration. -
Page 18: Enable Remote Management
If you do not run the Dell Easy Setup Wizard or do not respond to the initial Easy Setup Wizard prompt within 60 seconds, the switch enters CLI mode. You must reset the switch with an empty startup configuration in order to rerun the Dell Easy Setup Wizard. -
Page 19: Performing Initial Configuration On Dell Networking Os 9.11(0.0)
Before proceeding, ensure that the C9010 switch runs Dell Networking OS version 9.11(0.0) or later. The following section explains the procedure to set up an N20xx switch if it runs the Dell Networking OS version 9.11(0.0) or later: To complete the hardware installation, install the system in a rack, attach an uplink cable to a parent C9010 switch, set up an N20xx stack if required, and power on the port extender. - Page 20 If the status of a port extender is error, communication with an attached C9010 was unsuccessful, possibly due to a mismatch in software version (SVM) or another communication error. Wait five minutes for an autoupgrade of the port extender to complete. If the status does not change to online, contact Dell Networking Support for assistance. Dell# show pe 2...
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Page 21: Next Steps
LLDP, 802.1x, LACP, loop detection and BPDU Guard. No other L2 protocols are supported. IP address and L3 protocol configuration on N20xx ports are not supported. For detailed information, see the Dell Networking Configuration Guide for C9000 Series Switches. -
Page 22: N30Xx Series Overview
N30xx Series Overview The Dell N30xx switches are stackable Layer 2 (L2) and Layer 3 (L3) Gigabit Ethernet switches and include the following models: • Dell N3024 • Dell N3024P • Dell N3048 • Dell N3048P • Dell N3024F N30xx Series Hardware Overview This section contains information about device characteristics and modular hardware configurations for the N30xx Series switches. - Page 23 Figure 12. N3048 with 48 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports (I/O-Side) The I/O-side of each model in the N30xx series includes the following ports: Console port USB port SFP+ Ports Combo Ports 10/100/1000BASE-T Auto-sensing Full Duplex RJ-45 Ports The combo ports are SFP on the N30xx series and 1000BaseT on the N3024F switch. Figure 13.
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Page 24: Out-Of-Band Management Port
USB Port The Type-A, female USB port supports a USB 2.0-compliant flash memory drive. The Dell Networking switch reads or writes to a flash drive formatted as FAT-32. You can use a USB flash drive to copy switch configuration files and images between the USB flash drive and the switch. -
Page 25: N30Xx Series Psu-Side
The USB port does not support any other type of USB device. Reset Button The reset button is accessed through the pinhole and allows you to perform a hard reset on the switch. To use the reset button, insert an unbent paper clip or similar tool into the pinhole. - Page 26 Figure 15. N30xx PSU-Side AC Power Receptacle Dual 10G Slots for SFP+, 10GBASE-T, or Stacking/10GbE Modules Mini-SAS stacking ports Fan Vents Figure 16. N3048 Mini-SAS Stacking Ports Close-up Mini-SAS stacking ports The term mini-SAS refers to the stacking port cable connections. For information about using the mini-SAS ports to connect switches, see the Stacking Multiple N30xx Switches section.
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Page 27: Expansion Slots For Plug-In Modules
Power Supplies - N3024P and N3048P Dell Networking N3024P and N3048P switches support one or two 1100-watt FRU power supplies. The N3024P switch comes with a single 715-watt power supply (the default configuration), and supports either one or two 1100-watt supplies. For the N3048P switch, an 1100-watt power supply is the default configuration. - Page 28 Marketing Model Name Description Power Supply Unit Regulatory Model Regulatory Type Number Number Units (PSUs)/1x Removable Fan Module N3024F 24x1G SFP/2x1G combo/ 200W E07W E07W003 2x10G SFP+/2x Stacking/ 1x Modular Bay/N+1 Redundant Pluggable PSUs/1x Removable Fan Module N3024P 24x1G/2x1G combo/ 1100W/715W E06W E06W001...
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Page 29: N30Xx Series Installation
Unpacking the N30xx Switch Package Contents When unpacking each switch, make sure that the following items are included: • One Dell Networking switch • One RJ-45 to DB-9 female cable • One ReadyRail kit for rack installation, two mounting brackets, bolts, and cage nuts •... -
Page 30: Rack Mounting An N30Xx Switch
1U Tool-less Configuration To install the Dell ReadyRails system using the 1U tool-less configuration with four-post square holes or unthreaded round holes, follow these steps. With the ReadyRails flange ears facing outward, place one rail between the left and right vertical posts. Align and seat the back flange rail pegs in the back vertical post flange. - Page 31 2-Post Flush-Mount Configuration To install the Dell ReadyRails system using the two-post flush-mount configuration, follow these steps. For this configuration, remove the castings from the front side of each ReadyRails assembly. See item 1 in Figure 18. Use a Torx driver to remove the two screws from each front flange ear (on the switch side of the rail) and remove each casting.
- Page 32 2-Post Center-Mount Configuration To install the Dell ReadyRails system using the two-post center-mount configuration, follow these steps. Slide the plunger bracket rearward until it clicks into place and secure the bracket to the front post flange with two user-supplied screws. See item 1 in Figure 19.
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Page 33: Install The N30Xx System
Figure 20. 4-Post Threaded Configuration Install the N30xx System You can mount the system in the 1U front-rack or 1U two-post (flush and center) configurations. The following is an example of a front- rack configuration. For the 1U two-post (flush and center) configurations, slide the system into the rails in the same manner as the four-post configurations. Installing a 1U Front-Rack You must configure the rails that are attached to the system. - Page 34 Figure 21. Attaching the Switch Rails Front standoff locking tab Switch Locking tab After you have installed both switch rails, line them up on the previously mounted ReadyRails and slide the switch in until it is flush with front of rack. About 3 inches before you fully insert your system, the rail locking feature engages to keep the switch from inadvertently sliding out of the rack and falling.
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Page 35: Stacking On N30Xx Series Switches
NOTE: Dell Networking strongly recommends mounting the switch in a rack. Install the switch on a flat surface if you are not installing it in a rack. The surface must be able to support the weight of the switch and the switch cables. -
Page 36: Stacking Multiple N30Xx Switches On Dell Networking Os 6.3(0.16)
6.3(0.16) If you are using Dell Networking OS 6.3(0.16), you can stack up to 12 switches using the mini-SAS ports located on the rear of the switch. N30xx switches only support stacking with other N30xx switches. When you connect multiple switches together through the stack ports, they operate as a single unit with up to 576 I/O-side ports. - Page 37 Stacking Standby on Dell Networking OS 6.3(0.16) The stacking feature on Dell Networking OS version 6.3(0.16) supports a Standby or backup unit that assumes the Master unit role if the Master unit in the stack fails. As soon as a Master failure is detected in the stack, the Standby unit initializes the control plane and enables all other stack units with the current configuration.
- Page 38 Although the Standby unit is automatically selected in the stack, you can use the CLI on the C9010 or the N20xx/N30xx series system console to manually configure a different stack member as Standby. For more information, see the Dell Networking Configuration Guide...
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Page 39: Starting And Configuring The N30Xx System
Select Terminal keys for Function, Arrow, and Ctrl keys. Make sure that the setting is for Terminal keys (not Microsoft Windows keys). Connect the RJ-45 connector on the cable directly to the switch console port. The Dell Networking console port is on the right side of the I/O-side and is labeled with a |O|O| symbol. -
Page 40: Connecting N30Xx Switch To Power Source
Figure 24. N3048 Console Port Location Console port The RJ-45 port to the right of the console port is the out-of-band management interface. Connecting N30xx Switch to Power Source Safety and Regulatory Information manual and the safety information for other WARNING: Read the safety information in the switches that connect to or support the switch. -
Page 41: Booting The N30Xx Switch
The Dell Networking switch runs Dell Networking OS version 6.3(0.16). • The console connection establishes, and the Dell Easy Setup Wizard prompt appears on the screen of a VT100 terminal or terminal equivalent. Perform the initial switch configuration through the console port. After the initial configuration, you can manage the switch from the already connected console port or remotely through an interface defined during the initial configuration. -
Page 42: Enabling Remote Management
Initial Configuration Procedure You can perform the initial configuration by using the Dell Easy Setup Wizard or by using the CLI. The wizard automatically starts when the switch configuration file is empty. You can exit the wizard at any point by entering ctrl+z, but all configuration settings specified are discarded, and the switch uses the default values. - Page 43 Help text is in parentheses. Dell Easy Setup Wizard Console Example The following example contains the sequence of prompts and responses associated with running a Dell Easy Setup Wizard session, using the input values listed previously.
- Page 44 Please enter the SNMP community string to be used. [public]: public NOTE: If it is configured, the default access level is set to the highest available access for the SNMP management interface. Initially only SNMPv2 is activated. SNMPv3 is disabled until you return to configure security access for SNMPv3 (for example, engine ID, view, and so on.).
- Page 45 Before proceeding, ensure that the C9010 switch runs Dell Networking OS version 9.11(0.0) or later. The following section explains the procedure to set up an N30xx switch if it runs the Dell Networking OS version 9.11(0.0) or later: To complete the hardware installation, install the system in a rack, attach an uplink cable to a parent C9010 switch, set up an N30xx stack if required, and power on the port extender.
- Page 46 NOTE: Although you can provision an N30xx system after you install and power it on, Dell Networking recommends pre- configuring the software provisioning before you install it. Then connect the N30xx system to a pre-configured, cascaded C9010 port.
- Page 47 LLDP, 802.1x, LACP, loop detection and BPDU Guard. No other L2 protocols are supported. IP address and L3 protocol configuration on N30xx ports are not supported. For detailed information, see the Dell Networking Configuration Guide for C9000 Series Switches.