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Alcatel-Lucent OMNISWITCH 6800 User Manual

Alcatel-Lucent OMNISWITCH 6800
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Part No. 060196-10, Rev. G
June 2007
OmniSwitch 6800 Series
Hardware Users Guide
www.alcatel-lucent.com

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Alcatel-Lucent OMNISWITCH 6800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlcatel-Lucent
ModelOMNISWITCH 6800
CategorySwitch
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Guide

Supported Platforms

Lists the OmniSwitch 6800 Series models covered by this guide.

Who Should Read this Manual?

Identifies the intended audience for this hardware users guide.

When Should I Read this Manual?

Guidance on when to consult this manual for switch hardware familiarization.

What is in this Manual?

Outlines the hardware-related topics covered in this users guide.

What is Not in this Manual?

Clarifies what software configuration topics are not covered in this guide.

How is the Information Organized?

Describes the structure and organization of information within the guide.

Documentation Roadmap

Provides a roadmap of manuals for different stages of switch configuration.

Related Documentation

Lists and describes other user guides and technical documentation available.

User Manual CD

Information about the contents and usage of the User Manual CD.

Technical Support

Details Alcatel-Lucent's technical support services and contact information.

OmniSwitch 6800 Series

OmniSwitch 6800 Series Models

Overview and specifications for OmniSwitch 6800-24, -48, -U24, -24L, and -48L models.

Stacked Configurations

Describes how to link switches to form a single virtual chassis.

Availability Features

Details hardware and software safeguards for continuous operation and resiliency.

Port and Fabric Capacities

Details switching fabric capacity and performance specifications.

OmniSwitch 6800 Series Application Examples

Illustrates common network applications for the OmniSwitch 6800 Series.

OmniSwitch 6800 Series Chassis and Hardware Components

OmniSwitch 6800-24

Details the 24-port stackable switch, its front panel, and specifications.

OmniSwitch 6800-48

Details the 48-port stackable switch, its front panel, and specifications.

OmniSwitch 6800-U24

Details the 24-fiber SFP switch, its front panel, and specifications.

OmniSwitch 6800-24L

Details the 24-port 10/100 switch, its front panel, and specifications.

OmniSwitch 6800-48L

Details the 48-port 10/100 switch, its front panel, and specifications.

Status LEDs

Explains the meaning of front panel LEDs for status indication.

Rear Panel

Describes the components and connectors on the rear panel of the chassis.

Mounting and Installation

Covers switch installation, airflow, blank panels, and SFP handling.

Stacked Configuration Setup and Cabling

Instructions for setting up, cabling, and managing OmniSwitch stacks.

Switch Booting and Power Management

Procedures for booting switches and managing power supplies.

Hardware Monitoring and Expansion Modules

Monitoring chassis status, using expansion modules, and 10GbE interoperability.

Managing OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stacks

OmniSwitch 6800 Series Stack Overview

Introduction to stacking switches into a virtual chassis for capacity and resiliency.

Roles Within the Stack

Defines roles like primary, secondary, and idle for switches in a stack.

Primary Management Module Selection

Methods for selecting the primary management switch in a stack.

Secondary Management Module Selection

Methods for selecting the secondary management switch in a stack.

Idle Module Role

Defines the role of idle modules for handling network traffic.

Pass-Through Mode

State where a switch is denied roles; Ethernet ports are down.

Recovering from Pass-Through Mode

Steps to recover from pass-through due to duplicate slot numbers.

Stack Cabling and Redundancy

Connecting switches with stacking cables for speed, redundancy, and failover.

Slot Numbering

Assigning unique slot numbers to modules in a stack.

Hot-Swapping Modules In a Stack

Adding or removing idle modules without disrupting the stack.

Reloading Switches

Procedures for soft-booting switches in various roles within a stack.

Avoiding Split Stacks

Guidelines to prevent isolated modules and split stacks during reloads.

Changing the Secondary Module to Primary

Manually forcing the secondary switch to take over the primary role (takeover).

Synchronizing Switches in a Stack

Process of copying management files between stack modules.

Monitoring the Stack

CLI commands and visual methods for monitoring stack status.

Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information

Compliance and Standards Information

Details product compliance with regulatory standards and directives.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Important safety warnings for installation, operation, and handling.

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