The H3C S10500X-G Switch Series is a set of core switching products designed for cloud computing data centers. These switches leverage an advanced multi-stage multi-plane CLOS architecture to deliver high switching performance, port density, availability, and a rich set of cloud computing features. The series includes models such as the S10506X-G, S10506X-G-PoE, S10508X-G, and S10512X-G.
The switch chassis is modular, accommodating various components including MPUs (Main Processing Units), service modules, switch fabric modules, power supplies, and fan trays.
- MPU Section: The switch has two MPU slots, supporting either a single MPU or two for redundancy. Filler panels are used for empty slots.
- Service Module Section: No service modules are provided with the switch. The S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE models have 6 service module slots, the S10508X-G has 8, and the S10512X-G has 12. Filler panels are required for empty service module slots.
- Switch Fabric Module Section: No switch fabric modules are provided. The S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE supports 1 to 4 modules, while the S10508X-G and S10512X-G support 1 to 6. Each fan tray covers two switch fabric module slots, requiring removal of the fan tray before replacing a switch fabric module.
- Power Supply Section: No power supplies are provided. The S10506X-G has 4 power supply slots, the S10506X-G-PoE has 4 power supply slots and 8 PoE power supply slots, the S10508X-G has 6, and the S10512X-G has 8. The switch supports N+N (dual power inputs) and N+1 (single power input) power redundancy.
- Fan Tray Section: No fan trays are provided. The S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE has 2 fan tray slots, while the S10508X-G and S10512X-G have 3. A fan tray must be installed in each slot.
Important Technical Specifications
- MPU Redundancy: 1+1 for all models.
- Switch Fabric Module Redundancy: N+M for all models.
- Power Supply Redundancy: N+N or N+1 for all models.
- Maximum Port Numbers:
- 400GE ports: 12 (S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE), 16 (S10508X-G), 24 (S10512X-G).
- 100GE/40GE ports: 216 (S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE), 288 (S10508X-G), 432 (S10512X-G).
- 25GE/10GE/GE ports: 288 (S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE), 384 (S10508X-G), 576 (S10512X-G).
- Heat Dissipation: Air cooling for all models. Heat dissipation is measured in BTU/h, with 1 W equaling 3.4121 BTU/h. For example, the S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE has a heat dissipation of 10216 BTU/H, the S10508X-G 14843 BTU/H, and the S10512X-G 121405 BTU/H.
- Availability and Reliability:
- S10506X-G/S10506X-G-PoE: Availability 0.9999984, MTBF 36.5 years, MTTR 0.5 hours.
- S10508X-G: Availability 0.999998, MTBF 32.5 years, MTTR 0.5 hours.
- S10512X-G: Availability 0.9999973, MTBF 21.0 years, MTTR 0.5 hours.
- Environmental Specifications:
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F).
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F).
- Relative Humidity (noncondensing): 5% to 95%.
- Altitude: -60 m to +5000 m (-196.85 ft to +16404.20 ft).
- Noise Levels: Vary by fan speed. For example, the FAN-80B-4-A operates at 57.7 dBA in acceptable temperature range and 79.1 dBA at full speed.
- Dimensions (excluding packaging):
- S10506X-G: 442 mm (H) x 440 mm (W) x 520 mm (D).
- S10506X-G-PoE: 442 mm (H) x 440 mm (W) x 520 mm (D).
- S10508X-G: 531 mm (H) x 440 mm (W) x 640 mm (D).
- S10512X-G: 796 mm (H) x 440 mm (W) x 640 mm (D).
- Weight (excluding packaging):
- S10506X-G: 30.5 kg (67.24 lb).
- S10506X-G-PoE: 33.0 kg (72.75 lb).
- S10508X-G: 46.5 kg (102.51 lb).
- S10512X-G: 58.5 kg (128.97 lb).
Usage Features
- Modular Design: The switch's modular design allows for flexible configuration and scalability by adding or replacing MPUs, service modules, switch fabric modules, power supplies, and fan trays as needed.
- Power Redundancy: Supports N+N and N+1 power redundancy modes, ensuring continuous operation even if a power supply fails. Power supplies automatically shut down if temperature limits are exceeded and restart when conditions normalize.
- Cooling System: Equipped with fan trays that automatically adjust fan speed based on switch temperature. Airflow is typically rear-to-front (from the golden plating to the front panel). Adequate ventilation and clearance (minimum 30 cm) around air vents are crucial for optimal performance.
- Management Interfaces: MPUs feature console ports (RJ-45), USB ports (Type A), and network management ports (RJ-45 and SFP). These ports support various transmission speeds for management tasks.
- Hot Swapping: MPUs, service modules, switch fabric modules, power supplies, and fan trays are hot-swappable, allowing for replacement without interrupting switch operation.
- LED Indicators: Comprehensive LED indicators on MPUs, service modules, switch fabric modules, power supplies, and fan trays provide real-time status information, including operational status, link status, alarms, and power status.
- Reset Functionality: MPUs include a reset button. In a single MPU configuration, pressing it restarts the entire device. In a dual-MPU configuration, it triggers an active/standby MPU switchover for the active MPU or resets only the standby MPU.
- Cable Support: Supports a wide range of cables for network connectivity, including Ethernet twisted pair cables (Category 5, 5e, 6, 6A, 7), optical fiber cables (single-mode and multi-mode patch cords, pigtail cords), SFP+ DAC cables, SFP28 DAC/AOC cables, QSFP+ DAC/AOC cables, QSFP28 DAC/AOC cables, QSFP+ to SFP+ DAC cables, QSFP28 to SFP28 DAC cables, and QSFP-DD copper cables.
- MDI/MDIX Autosensing: RJ-45 Ethernet interfaces support MDI/MDIX autosensing, simplifying cable connections.
Maintenance Features
- Diagnostic LEDs: Detailed LED descriptions for all modules help in quickly identifying operational status, faults, and alarms (e.g., high severity alarms, temperature warnings, power supply issues).
- Modular Replacement: The hot-swappable nature of components simplifies maintenance and upgrades, reducing downtime.
- Documentation: The manual provides clear naming conventions for MPUs, service modules, and switch fabric modules, aiding in identification and ordering of replacement parts.
- Cable Management: Guidelines for selecting and installing various cables, including pinout diagrams for RJ-45 connectors and precautions for handling optical fibers, ensure proper connectivity and longevity.
- Environmental Monitoring: The switch monitors internal temperatures and adjusts fan speeds accordingly. Alarms are triggered for critical temperature thresholds.
- Rack Installation: Designed for installation in 19-inch standard racks. Information on compatible slide rails (LSEM1BSR, RL-1U-A, LSXM1BSR) and their adjustment ranges is provided for proper rack mounting.
- Software Upgrade: When upgrading software or BootWare, the 10/100/1000BASE-T port M0/0/0 on the MPU should be used for image transfer.
- Compatibility Matrixes: Users are advised to consult "H3C S10500X-G Switch Series Cards and Transceiver Modules Compatibility Matrixes" for verifying module compatibility with software releases and available transceiver modules and cables.
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