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Avaya C360 User Manual

Avaya C360
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Installation and Configuration for
the Avaya C360 Converged
Stackable Switches
Software Version 4.5
10-300503
Issue 2
July 2005

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BrandAvaya
ModelC360
CategorySwitch
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Before you Install the Avaya C360

Safety Information

Essential safety precautions for equipment installation and handling.

Conventions Used in the Documentation

Explains document formatting and notation conventions for clarity.

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings

Defines important alerts and advisories for user guidance.

Avaya C360 Overview

C360 Features and Benefits

Details the key capabilities and advantages of the C360 switch series.

Stacking

Describes the process and benefits of logically grouping multiple C360 switches.

Network Optimization

Explains features enhancing network performance and efficiency.

Manageability

Covers methods and tools for controlling and monitoring the switch.

Redundancy

Details features ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.

VLAN Support

Explains Virtual LAN capabilities for network segmentation.

Security

Outlines security features to protect the network and device.

Quality of Service (QoS)

Describes mechanisms for prioritizing network traffic.

Monitoring

Covers features for observing switch status and network activity.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) Support

Details the switch's capability to provide power over Ethernet.

Layer 3 Support

Explains advanced routing and Layer 3 switching capabilities.

Installation

Preparing Needed Tools

Lists essential tools required for the installation process.

Site Preparation

Guidelines for selecting and preparing the installation environment.

Rack Mounting (Optional)

Instructions for installing the switch in a standard equipment rack.

Wall Mounting (Optional)

Instructions for mounting the switch on a wall.

Stacking (optional)

Steps for configuring switches in a stack.

Making Connections to Network Equipment

Describes how to physically connect the switch to the network.

Installing SFP GBIC Transceivers

Guide for installing Small Form-factor Pluggable Gigabit Interface Converters.

Powering Up the Avaya C360

Connecting to an AC Power Supply

Procedures for connecting the switch to the main electrical power source.

Connecting a BUPS

Instructions for connecting a Backup Power Supply unit.

Post-Installation

Final checks and indications after installation and powering up.

Establishing Switch Access

C360 CLI

Overview of the Command Line Interface for switch management.

Establishing a Console Connection

Steps to connect to the switch via its console port.

Assigning C360 IP Stack Address

Procedure for setting the switch's primary IP address.

Establishing an SSH Connection

Secure method for remote access using Secure Shell.

SNMP Support

Details on using Simple Network Management Protocol for monitoring.

RADIUS

Explains Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service for centralized authentication.

Avaya C360 Default Settings

C360 Default Settings

Lists the factory default configuration parameters for the C360 switch.

Default Port Settings

Details the default configuration for switch ports.

Switch Configuration

Basic Switch Configuration

Covers fundamental CLI commands for switch display and session setup.

System Parameter Configuration

Procedures for identifying the switch and configuring system parameters.

Uploading and Downloading Device Configurations and Images

Methods for backing up and restoring switch configurations and firmware.

Avaya C360 Layer 2 Features

Ethernet

Describes Ethernet standards and operation on the C360.

VLANs

Explains Virtual LAN concepts and configuration.

IEEE 802.1x (Port Based Network Access Control)

Details port-based network access control for enhanced security.

Spanning Tree Protocol

Covers STP and RSTP for preventing network loops.

MAC Security

Features for securing ports by controlling MAC address access.

LAG (Link Aggregate Group)

Describes Link Aggregation for increased bandwidth and redundancy.

Port Redundancy

Explains mechanisms for providing redundant port connections.

IP Multicast Filtering

Details filtering of IP multicast traffic for network efficiency.

RMON

Covers Remote Monitoring standards for network analysis.

SMON

Explains Avaya's switch monitoring technology.

Port Mirroring

Describes traffic mirroring for network monitoring and debugging.

Weighted Queuing

Explains traffic prioritization using queuing schemes.

Avaya C360 Layer 3 Features

Obtaining and Activating a License Key

Crucial steps for enabling Layer 3 routing capabilities via license activation.

Routing Configuration

Procedures for configuring the switch's routing functions.

IP Configuration

Steps for setting up IP addresses and interfaces on the switch.

RIP (Routing Interchange Protocol) Configuration

Details on configuring the RIP routing protocol.

OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) Configuration

Details on configuring the OSPF routing protocol.

Static Routing Configuration

Manual configuration of static routes for network traffic.

ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) Table Configuration

Configuration and management of the ARP table for IP-to-MAC mapping.

BOOTP/DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Relay Configuration

Configuration for relaying DHCP/BOOTP requests.

VRRP (Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol) Configuration

Setup for Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol for router failover.

Policy Configuration

Setting up QoS and access control policies for traffic management.

Avaya C360 Power over Ethernet Features

Power Over Ethernet

Overview of the switch's Power over Ethernet capabilities.

Load Detection

Explains how the switch detects powered devices for PoE.

Powering Devices

Details on how the switch supplies power to connected devices.

Priority

Describes the priority mechanism for managing power distribution.

C360 Device Manager

System Requirements

Lists the minimum hardware and software needed for the Device Manager.

Running the Device Manager

Step-by-step guide to launching and using the Device Manager interface.

Installing the Java Plug-in

Instructions for installing the necessary Java plug-in for the Device Manager.

Troubleshooting the Installation

Troubleshooting the Installation

Basic steps to diagnose and resolve installation issues.

Stack Health

Feature for verifying the integrity of stack modules and cables.

Maintenance

Replacing the Stacking Module

Procedure for safely replacing a stacking module.

Hardware NVRAM Initialization

Steps for initializing the switch's hardware NVRAM settings.

Updating the Firmware

Firmware Download

Procedures for downloading new firmware to the switch.

Download New Version without Overwriting Existing Version

Method for upgrading firmware while retaining the previous version.

Appendix A: Mixed Stacks

Hardware Compatibility

Information on hardware compatibility for mixed-device stacks.

Feature Compatibility

Comparison of feature support across different switch models.

Appendix B: Configuring C360 QoS for Avaya IP Telephones

Configuration for ports connected to Avaya IP Telephones

Specific QoS configuration settings for Avaya IP Telephones.

Appendix C: Standards and Compatibility

Avaya C360 Standards Supported

Lists the industry standards the C360 switch complies with.

IEEE

Details IEEE standards relevant to the C360 switch.

IETF - Layer 2

Lists IETF Layer 2 standards supported by the C360.

IETF - Layer 3

Lists IETF Layer 3 standards supported by the C360.

IETF - Network Monitoring

Lists IETF network monitoring standards supported by the C360.

Appendix D: Specifications

Physical

Details the physical dimensions and weight of the C360 switch.

Power Requirements

Specifies the electrical input requirements for the switch models.

Interfaces

Lists the types and quantities of physical ports on the switch.

GBIC Transceivers

Information on compatible GBIC transceivers and their specifications.

Console Pin Assignments

Details the pinout for the console port connection.

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