Optics installation
The Z9100–ON has two SFP+ optical ports.
For a list of supported optics, see the Z9100–ON specification sheet at www.dell.com/support or contact your Dell EMC sales
representative.
WARNING: When working with optical fibers, follow all warning labels and always wear eye protection. Never
look directly into the end of a terminated or unterminated fiber or connector as this action can cause eye
damage.
NOTE: ESD damage can occur if components are mishandled. Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap
when handling the Z9100–ON and its components.
1. Hold the optic so it is in the correct position to insert into the port.
The optic has a key that prevents it from being inserted incorrectly.
2. Insert the optic into the port until it gently snaps into place.
NOTE: When you cable the ports, be sure not to interfere with the airflow from the small vent holes above and below
the ports.
Optics removal
To remove an optic, use the tab on the optic and slide the optic from the port.
CAUTION:
When removing optics with direct attach cables (DACs) from the port, pull the release tab firmly and
steadily. If you have difficulties pulling out the cable, gently push the optic into the port with one hand while
pulling the release tab slightly upwards with the other hand. Do not jerk or tug repeatedly on the tab.
Port connectivity
Dell EMC recommends that you distribute port groups across all four port pipes.
The Z9100-ON switch has four port pipes, also known as packet processing pipelines. For the best buffer resource usage,
distribute the functional port groups, such as downlinks, uplinks, interchassis links, LAGs, and ECMP, across all four port pipes—
0, 1, 2, and 3. If that is not possible, distribute the port groups across port pipes 0 and 2 or port pipes 1 and 3. For example,
create a two-port LAG using port 21 from port pipe 0 and port 5 from port pipe 2, as shown.
Table 6. Port and port pipe distribution
Ports Port pipe
21–24 and 29–32 0—red
1–4, 9–12, and 33 1—orange
5–8, 13–16, and 34 2—green
17–20 and 25–28 3—blue
The connectivity between the front panel ports and the port pipes is shown.
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