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Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6860E User Manual

Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6860E
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Part No. 060390-10, Rev. A
May 2014
OmniSwitch 6860/6860E
Hardware Users Guide
www.alcatel-lucent.com

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Alcatel-Lucent OmniSwitch 6860E Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlcatel-Lucent
ModelOmniSwitch 6860E
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

About This Guide

Supported Platforms

Information in this guide applies only to OmniSwitch 6860 switches.

Who Should Read this Manual?

Target audience: Network administrators and IT support personnel needing to configure, maintain, and monitor.

When Should I Read this Manual?

To familiarize yourself with switch hardware components and gain deeper understanding.

What is in this Manual?

Covers availability features, technical specs, power requirements, airflow, and hardware CLI commands.

How is the Information Organized?

Each chapter focuses on specific hardware components or sets of components.

Documentation Roadmap

Stage 1: Using the Switch for the First Time

Focuses on initial setup and getting the switch running.

Stage 2: Gaining Familiarity with Basic Switch Functions

Covers hardware specs, procedures, and basic software features.

Stage 3: Integrating the Switch Into a Network

Guides on network configuration, VLANs, and routing protocols.

Related Documentation

OmniSwitch User Manual Suite Overview

Lists titles and descriptions of all OmniSwitch 6860 user manuals.

OmniSwitch CLI Reference Guide

Provides a complete reference to all CLI commands and their syntax.

OmniSwitch AOS Configuration Guides

Guides for switch management, network configuration, and advanced routing.

Technical Support

Alcatel-Lucent Support Channels

Information on 7x24 technical support, software updates, and hardware replacement.

Chapter 1 OmniSwitch 6860

OmniSwitch 6860 Availability Features

Features that enhance resiliency and prevent data flow loss.

Power Supply Redundancy

Information on power supply redundancy is detailed in Chapter 3.

Hot-Swapping Hardware

Procedures for adding, removing, or replacing components without powering off.

Hardware Monitoring

Automatic sensor monitoring and user-driven CLI monitoring.

Chapter 2 Getting Started

Installing the Hardware

General procedures and requirements for installing the switch hardware.

Items Required

Lists necessary tools like grounding strap and screwdrivers for installation.

Site Preparation

Covers environmental and electrical requirements for the installation site.

Unpacking and Installing the Switch

Step-by-step guide for unpacking and installing the switch chassis.

Connections and Cabling

Procedures for connecting network and management cables to the switch.

Booting the Switch

Process of powering on and booting the switch, including LED status.

Your First Login Session

Steps to complete the initial setup and configuration process.

Logging In to the Switch

Procedure for logging in with default admin credentials.

Setting IP Address Information

How to configure the IP address for the Ethernet Management Port (EMP).

Unlocking Session Types

Enabling remote access sessions like Telnet, FTP, and SNMP.

Changing the Login Password

Steps to change the admin user login password for security.

System Time and Parameters

Configuring time zone, date, time, administrative contact, and system name.

Saving Your Changes

Command to save the current switch configuration.

Chapter 3 Chassis and Power Supplies

OmniSwitch 6860 Chassis Details

Details and specifications for various OS6860 chassis models.

Basic Models (Non-PoE)

Front/rear panel views and specs for OS6860-24 and OS6860-48.

Basic Models (PoE)

Front/rear panel views and specs for OS6860-P24 and OS6860-P48.

Enhanced Models

Front/rear panel views and specs for OS6860E series models.

Chassis Status LEDs

Description of chassis status LEDs and their meanings.

Mounting the Switch

General recommendations and procedures for mounting the switch.

General Mounting Recommendations

Guidelines for ambient temp, airflow, mechanical loading, and earthing.

Airflow Recommendations

Minimum clearance requirements for proper airflow.

Rack-Mounting Procedures

Step-by-step guide for mounting the chassis in a standard rack.

Standalone Installations

Procedures for placing the chassis as a standalone unit on a flat surface.

Power Supplies

Details on different power supply types for OS6860 switches.

Power Supply Types and Specifications

Specifications for AC, DC, 600W, and 920W power supplies.

Installing and Removing Power Supplies

Step-by-step guides for installing and removing power supplies.

Grounding the Chassis

Instructions on how to properly ground the chassis for safety.

Fan Tray (Non-PoE)

Information on the supplemental cooling fan tray for non-PoE models.

Monitoring Chassis Components

How to view slot information and monitor chassis temperature.

Viewing Slot Information

CLI commands to view basic slot information.

Monitoring Chassis Temperature

How to check the switch's current temperature status.

Temperature Error Levels

Explanation of warning and danger thresholds for temperature.

Chapter 4 OmniSwitch Backup Power Shelf/System (BPS)

BPS Chassis Details

Front and rear panel views of the OmniSwitch Backup Power Shelf/System.

Supported Configurations

Various configurations for using the OmniSwitch BPS with OS6860 switches.

Unsupported Configurations

Configurations that are not supported by the OS-BPS.

BPS Specifications

Chassis specifications for the OmniSwitch Backup Power Shelf/System.

BPS Power Supply Redundancy and Hot Swapping

How OS-BPS power supplies operate redundantly and can be hot-swapped.

BPS Chassis Status LEDs

Status LEDs on the OS-BPS chassis and their meanings.

BPS Connector Priority

Management of connector priority for power distribution in the OS-BPS.

Mounting the BPS Chassis

General recommendations and procedures for mounting the OS-BPS chassis.

General Mounting Recommendations

Guidelines for ambient temp, airflow, mechanical loading, and earthing.

BPS Airflow and Blank Panels

Airflow path for OS-BPS power supplies and importance of blank panels.

Rack-Mounting BPS

Step-by-step guide for rack-mounting the OS-BPS chassis.

BPS Power Supplies

Details on AC and PoE power supplies for the OS-BPS.

AC and PoE Power Supply Specifications

Specifications for AC and PoE power supplies used in the OS-BPS.

Power Supply LED States

Meaning of AC and PoE power supply LED states.

BPS Power Connections

Connecting the OS-BPS to OS6860 switches.

Connecting BPS to OS6860 Switches

Steps to connect OS-BPS to switches using DB25 cables.

Installing and Connecting System Power

Procedures for installing and connecting system power to the OS-BPS.

Disconnecting a Chassis from BPS

Procedures for disconnecting a switch from the OS-BPS.

Removing BPS Power Supplies and Cables

Steps to remove system power supplies and PoE power cords.

Monitoring BPS Components

Commands for viewing power supply info and connector priority.

Chapter 5 Managing Power over Ethernet (PoE)

In This Chapter

Overview of PoE specifications, configuration, and monitoring.

Power over Ethernet Specifications

General specifications for Alcatel-Lucent's Power over Ethernet support.

Viewing PoE Status

How to view current PoE status and settings for ports.

PoE Defaults and Settings

Lists default PoE configuration parameters and CLI commands.

PoE Class Detection

How powered devices are classified and how class detection works.

PoE Operational Status

Enabling PoE on ports and managing admin state.

Configuring Port and Slot Power

How to set power allowance for individual ports and slots.

Setting Port Priority Levels

Specifying priority levels (low, high, critical) for ports.

Capacitor Detection Method

Enabling/disabling capacitor detection for legacy IP phones.

Understanding Priority Disconnect

Function of priority disconnect in tight power budget conditions.

Setting Priority Disconnect Status

How to enable or disable priority disconnect functionality.

Monitoring PoE via CLI

Using CLI commands to monitor current PoE statistics and settings.

Appendix A Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information

Declaration of Conformity and WEEE Statement

Compliance with EU directives and WEEE statement.

China RoHS: Hazardous Substance Table

Table listing hazardous substances in electronic information products.

Standards Compliance Overview

Overview of compliance with various safety and EMC standards.

Safety Standards

List of safety standards the product complies with.

EMI/EMC and Environmental Standards

Lists EMI/EMC and environmental standards the product complies with.

FCC Class A and Canada Class A Statements

Compliance with FCC Part 15 and Canadian Class A regulations.

CISPR22, VCCI, and Taiwan Warnings

Warnings for potential radio interference and compliance standards.

Laser and General Safety Warnings

Warnings related to laser radiation and general safety.

Translated Safety Warnings

Safety warnings translated into French, German, and Spanish.

Blank Panels Warning

Importance of installing blank cover panels for airflow and protection.

Electrical Storm Warning

Warning against working with equipment during electrical storms.

Installation Warning

Only knowledgeable personnel should install or maintain equipment.

Invisible Laser Radiation Warning

Warning about invisible laser radiation from open apertures.

Operating Voltage & Power Disconnection Warnings

Warnings about voltage hazards and power disconnection before servicing.

Earthing and DC Power Supply Warnings

Warnings regarding proper earthing and DC power supply connections.

Important Safety Information Warnings

References to the 'Getting Started Guide' and ESD precautions.

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