Lenovo ThinkSystem NE1032T User Manual

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Lenovo ThinkSystem NE1032T Specifications

General

Brand	Lenovo
Model	ThinkSystem NE1032T
Category	Switch
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information

Safety Statements

Statements concerning potential hazards and precautions.

ThinkSystem NE1032T Rackswitch

Port Configuration

Details on the switch's ethernet port types and capabilities.

Switch Components

Switch Unit

Management Panel

Mini-USB Serial Console Port

RJ-45 Management Port

System Status LEDs

Switching Ports

Overview of the switch's RJ45 and SFP+ ports.

Rear Panel

Power Supply

Details on the hot-swap power supply modules.

Power LEDs

Installing NE1032T Hardware and Options

Before Installing the NE1032T

Instructions for recording product information before installation.

Required Tools

Environmental Requirements

Preventing Electric Shock

Safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Cabling Guidelines

Installing the NE1032T in a Rack

General guidance on rack mounting the switch.

Installing the NE1032T in a Standard Equipment Rack

Steps to install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack.

Installing the NE1032T in a Lenovo System x or Power Rack

Steps to install the switch in System x or Power 4-post racks.

Installing the Air-Duct Option

Installing Port Transceivers

Procedures for installing copper and optical transceivers.

Installing an SFP Copper Transceiver

Installing an SFP Optical Transceiver

Installing an SFP+ Optical Transceiver

Removing and Replacing Components

Removing Port Transceivers

Removing and Replacing a Power Supply Module

Removing and Replacing a Fan Module

Removing the NE1032T from a Standard Equipment Rack

Steps to remove the switch from a standard rack.

Removing the NE1032T from a Lenovo System x or Power Rack

Steps to remove the switch from System x or Power racks.

Removing the Air-Duct Option

Replacing the NE1032T

Procedures for replacing the entire switch unit.

Initializing the NE1032T

Connecting to the Switch

Using the Serial Console Port

Using the Management Port

Logging Into the Switch

Configuring the Management Interface for Remote Access

Steps to configure IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Updating Firmware

Instructions and considerations for updating the switch firmware.

The Boot Management Menu

How to access and use the boot management menu for system recovery.

Boot Recovery Mode

Using recovery modes like TFTP or XModem to recover from failed upgrades.

Recover from a Failed Image Upgrade using TFTP

Procedure to recover using TFTP transfer.

Recovering from a Failed Image Upgrade using XModem Download

Procedure to recover using XModem transfer.

Troubleshooting

System LED Is Not Lit

Port Link LED Is Not Lit

Temperature Sensor Warning

Switch Does Not Initialize (Boot)