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Foundry FastIron LS
Layer 2 Compact Switch
Hardware Installation Guide
FastIron LS 624
FastIron LS 648
FGS Release 04.0.00
4980 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054
Tel 408.207.1700
September 2007

Table of Contents

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Summary

About This Guide

Introduction

Describes the guide's purpose, products, and scope.

Audience

Identifies the intended readers and required knowledge.

Nomenclature

Explains typographical conventions used in the guide.

How to Get Help

Provides contact information for technical support and warranty.

Product Overview

Hardware Features

Details physical characteristics and port density of FLS models.

Control Features

Lists front panel controls like Serial Management and Reset buttons.

FastIron LS Network Interfaces

Lists interface types supported by the devices, including copper and fiber.

10 Gigabit Ethernet Module Slots

Discusses rear panel slots for 10GbE modules and CX4 ports.

Port, System and Module Status LEDs

Explains the meaning of various LEDs for status indication.

Power Supplies

Introduces information about integrated and optional power supplies.

Installing a FastIron LS Switch

Installation Precautions

Covers general, lifting, and power safety precautions for installation.

Preparing the Installation Site

Guidelines for site selection, temperature, airflow, and cabling.

Desktop Installation

Steps for installing the device on a flat surface.

Rack Mount Installation

Precautions and steps for mounting the device in a rack.

Wall Mount Installation

Instructions for mounting the device on a wall using a bracket kit.

Installing a Redundant Power Supply

About the RPS2-EIF Redundant Power Supply

Overview, supported devices, and key features of the RPS.

Connecting Switches to the RPS

Step-by-step instructions for connecting switches to the RPS.

Ports Pin-Out (RPS2-EIF)

Details the pin configuration and function for the RPS2-EIF connector.

Installing Optional Modules and SFPs

Installing an Optional Module into the Switch

Steps for installing slide-in modules into switch slots.

Installing an SFP Transceiver

Process for inserting SFP transceivers into ports.

System Power and Connection

Powering On the System

Steps to power on the system after physical installation.

Attaching a PC or Terminal

Steps for connecting a PC/terminal via serial port for configuration.

Wiring Map for Serial Cable

Diagrams and table showing serial cable wiring configurations.

Connecting Network Devices and Checking Connectivity

Assigning Permanent Passwords

Procedure for securing CLI access by setting passwords.

Recovering from a Lost Password

Steps to regain super-user access if a password is lost.

Configuring IP Addresses

Instructions for setting IP addresses and default gateways.

Connecting to Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Hubs

Details on UTP cabling for connecting to hubs and switches.

Connecting a Network Device to a Fiber Port

Steps for connecting devices using fiber optic ports.

Testing Connectivity

Methods to verify network connection status using LEDs and commands.

Maintaining the FastIron LS Hardware

Managing FastIron LS Temperature Settings

How to display and adjust temperature warning/shutdown levels.

Displaying Management Module CPU Usage

Command to check the management module's CPU utilization.

Hardware Maintenance Schedule

General recommendations for hardware upkeep.

Installing or Replacing a 10-Gigabit Ethernet Module

Steps for installing or replacing 10GbE modules.

Replacing a Fiber Optic Module

Steps for removing and installing fiber optic modules.

Cleaning the Fiber-Optic Connectors

Instructions for cleaning fiber optic connectors to ensure performance.

Digital Optical Monitoring

Configuration and viewing of optical monitoring for XFP ports.

Troubleshooting

Diagnosing Switch Indicators

Guide to troubleshooting issues based on LED status.

Power and Cooling Problems

Steps to diagnose and resolve power or cooling related issues.

In-Band Access

Troubleshooting network connectivity for management access.

Hardware Specifications

Fastiron LS specifications

Overview of hardware specifications for the FastIron LS family.

Physical Dimensions

Tables detailing the physical dimensions and weight of FLS624/FLS648.

Environmental Considerations

Operating and storage environment specifications.

Cooling

Details on the cooling system, airflow, and noise levels.

Regulatory Compliance

Lists EMC, Immunity, and Safety agency approvals.

Pinouts and Signaling

Information on console and network port pin assignments.

Cable Specifications

Reference to tables detailing cable types and lengths.

AC Power Supply

Specifications for the integrated AC power supply.

Redundant Power Supply Specifications

Details on the optional RPS, including features and dimensions.

Regulatory Statements

U.S.A.

FCC Part 15 Class A compliance statement for US operation.

Industry Canada Statement

Canadian ICES-003 compliance statement.

Europe and Australia

General Class A product statement for interference.

Japan

VCCI Class A compliance statement for Japan.

Cautions and Warnings

Cautions

General cautions regarding equipment handling, environment, and procedures.

Warnings

General warnings about potential hazards, injury, or death.

Foundry Networks FastIron LS 648 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelFastIron LS 648
Ports48
Uplink Ports4
Power SupplyInternal
Jumbo Frame SupportYes
ManageableYes
Power Supply Voltage100-240 VAC
Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing
MAC Address Table Size32K
FeaturesVLAN
Dimensions (W x D x H)17.3 x 16.5 x 1.7 in (44 x 42 x 4.3 cm)
Operating Temperature0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)
Storage Temperature-40 to 70 °C

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