Contents

Compliances.iii Chapter 1. About This Guide.1-1 Introduction.1-1 List of Features.1-2 Audience.1-6 Zielgruppe.1-6 Nomenclature.1-6 Warranty Coverage.1-7 Related Publications.1-7 Updates to Manuals and Release Notes.1-7 How to Get Help or Report Errors.1-7 Web Access.1-7 E-mail Access.1-7 Telephone Access.1-7 Chapter 2. About the EdgeIron 2402CF and EdgeIron 4802CF.2-1 Overview.2-1 Package Contents.2-2 Supported Features.2-3 Features not Supported.2-5 Switch Architecture.2-5 Switching Method.2-5 Management Options.2-6 Description of Hardware.2-6 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ports.2-6
1000BASE-T/SFP Ports.2-6 Port Status LEDs.2-7 System Status LEDs.2-8 Power Supply Receptacle.2-9 Features and Benefits.2-10 Connectivity.2-10 Performance.2-10 Management.2-10 Chapter 3. About the EdgeIron 24G-A and EdgeIron 48G.3-1 Overview.3-1 Package Contents.3-2 Supported Features.3-3 Features not Supported.3-5 Switch Architecture.3-5 Switching Method.3-5 Management Options.3-6 Description of Hardware.3-6 1000BASE-T Ports.3-6 SFP Slots.3-6 Status LEDs.3-7 Optional Redundant Power Supply.3-9 Power Supply Receptacles.3-10 Features and Benefits.3-10 Connectivity.3-10 Expandability.3-10 Performance.3-10 Management.3-11 Chapter 4. About the EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS.4-1 Overview.4-1 Package Contents.4-2 Supported Features.4-3 Features not Supported.4-5 Switch Architecture.4-5 Switching Method.4-5 Management Options.4-6 Description of Hardware.4-6 1000BASE-T Ports.4-6
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SFP Slots.4-6 Xenpak Module Slots.4-6 Stacking Ports.4-6 Status LEDs.4-7 Optional Redundant Power Supply.4-9 Power Supply Receptacles.4-9 Optional Media Extender Module.4-10 Xenpak Transceiver Support.4-10 Extender Module LEDs.4-11 Features and Benefits.4-12 Connectivity.4-12 Expandability.4-12 Performance.4-12 Management.4-13 Chapter 5. About the EdgeIron 8X10G.5-1 Overview.5-1 Package Contents.5-1 Supported Features.5-2 Features not Supported.5-3 Switch Architecture.5-4 Switching Method.5-4 Management Options.5-4 Description of Hardware.5-4 10GBASE Slots.5-4 XFP Transceiver Support.5-5 100BASE-T Port.5-5 Status LEDs.5-5 Optional Redundant Power Supply.5-7 Power Supply Receptacles.5-7 Features and Benefits.5-8 Connectivity.5-8 Performance.5-8 Management.5-8 Chapter 6. About the EdgeIron Redundant Power Supplies.6-1 Overview.6-1 Features and Benefits.6-1 Front and Rear Panels.6-2 Package Contents.6-2

Switch Architecture

The EdgeIron 2402CF and EdgeIron 4802CF employ a wire-speed, non-blocking switching fabric. This permits simultaneous wire-speed transport of multiple packets at low latency on all ports. These switches also feature full-duplex capability on all ports, which effectively doubles the bandwidth of each connection.

Switching Method

The switches use store-and-forward switching to ensure maximum data integrity. With store-andforward switching, the entire packet must be received into a buffer and checked for validity before being forwarded. This prevents errors from being propagated throughout the network.

Management Options

The EdgeIron 2402CF and EdgeIron 4802CF contain a comprehensive array of LEDs for at-aglance monitoring of network and port status. It also includes a built-in network management agent that allows the switch to be managed in-band using SNMP or RMON (Groups 1, 2, 3 and 9) protocols, with a Web browser, or remotely via Telnet. The switch provides an RS-232 serial port (DB-9 connector) on the front panel for out-of-band management. A PC may be connected to this port for configuration and monitoring out-of band via a null-modem cable. (See "Cables" on page 13-1 for wiring options.) These switches provide a wide range of advanced performance-enhancing features. Port-based and tagged VLANs, plus support for automatic GVRP VLAN registration and IGMP multicast filtering provide traffic security and efficient use of network bandwidth. CoS priority queueing ensures the minimum delay for moving real-time multimedia data across the network. Flow control eliminates the loss of packets due to bottlenecks caused by port saturation. Broadcast storm control prevents broadcast traffic storms from engulfing the network. For a detailed description of the switches' advanced features, refer to the Foundry EdgeIron User Guide.

Description of Hardware

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ports
These are dual-speed RJ-45 ports. Because all ports on this switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. (See 1000BASE-T Pin Assignments on page 13-5.) Each of these ports support auto-negotiation, so the optimum transmission mode (half or full duplex), and data rate (10 or 100 Mbps) can be selected automatically. If a device connected to one of these ports does not support auto-negotiation, the communication mode of that port can be configured manually. Each port also supports IEEE 802.3x auto-negotiation of flow control, so the switch can automatically prevent port buffers from becoming saturated.

10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ports Port Status Indicators System Indicators

SFP Transceiver Slots

EdgeIron 24G-A or 48G switch EdgeIron Release Notes Four adhesive foot pads Bracket Mounting Kit containing two brackets and eight screws for attaching the brackets to the switch Power Cordeither US, Continental Europe or UK RS-232 console cable User Agreement Envelope Registration Card
About the EdgeIron 24G-A and EdgeIron 48G
Features System Size Uplink Auto-MDIX Message of the Day Banner Port-channel load balance Redundant Power Jumbo Frames Flash Memory DRAM Buffer Architecture (per system) RADIUS and TACAC+ authentication Multi-device Port Authentication TACACS+ AAA Accounting Remote Logging HTTPS SSH (version 2.0) SNMP (v1 and v2c) SNMP v3
EdgeIron 24G-A 1U SFP/TX Combo Yes Yes Yes on devices running 2.2.6.19 External Yes (up to 9216 bytes) 8192 bytes 32 Mbytes 2 Mbyte Yes Yes on devices running 2.2.7.11 Yes, on devices running 2.2.6.23 Yes Yes Yes Yes On devices running 2.2.6.23
EdgeIron 48G 1U SFP/TX Combo Yes Yes Yes on devices running 2.2.6.19 External Yes (up to 9216 bytes) 8192 bytes 32 Mbytes 4 Mbytes Yes Yes on devices running 2.2.7.11 Yes, on devices running 2.2.6.23 Yes Yes Yes Yes On devices running 2.2.6.23
Features Layer 2 IEEE 802.1q Port-based VLANs Private VLANs IEEE 802.1D (STP) IEEE 802.1w (RSTP) Foundry PVST* GVRP 10/100 Trunks Gigabit Trunks IEEE 802.3ad Port Security IEEE 802.1X Rate Limiting - ingress and egress Layer 3 Multicast ToS/DSCP Honoring IGMP Snooping
EdgeIron 24G-A Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
EdgeIron 48G Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
The EdgeIron 24G-A and EdgeIron 48G employ a wire-speed, non-blocking switching fabric. This permits simultaneous wire-speed transport of multiple packets at low latency on all ports. This switch also features full-duplex capability on all ports, which effectively doubles the bandwidth of each connection.
The switch uses store-and-forward switching to ensure maximum data integrity. With store-andforward switching, the entire packet must be received into a buffer and checked for validity before being forwarded. This prevents errors from being propagated throughout the network.
This switch contains a comprehensive array of LEDs for at-a-glance monitoring of network and port status. It also includes a built-in network management agent that allows the switch to be managed inband using SNMP or RMON (Groups 1, 2, 3 and 9) protocols, with a Web browser, or remotely via Telnet. The switch provides an RS-232 serial port (DB-9 connector) on the front panel for out-ofband management. A PC may be connected to this port for configuration and monitoring out-of band via a null-modem cable. (See Cables on page 13-1. for wiring options.) This switch provides a wide range of advanced performance-enhancing features. Port-based and tagged VLANs, plus support for automatic GVRP VLAN registration and IGMP multicast filtering provide traffic security and efficient use of network bandwidth. CoS priority queueing ensures the minimum delay for moving real-time multimedia data across the network. Flow control eliminates the loss of packets due to bottlenecks caused by port saturation. Broadcast storm control prevents broadcast traffic storms from engulfing the network. For a detailed description of the switchs advanced features, refer to the Foundry EdgeIron User Guide.

These ports are RJ-45 ports that operate at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps, full and half duplex. RJ-45 ports 21-24 on the 24GS and RJ-45 ports 45-48 on the 48GS are combination ports that are shared with Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver slots. Because all ports on this switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. (See Cables on page 13-1.) Each of these ports support auto-negotiation, so the optimum transmission mode (half or full duplex), and data rate (10, 100, or 1000 Mbps) can be selected automatically. If a device connected to one of these ports does not support auto-negotiation, the communication mode of that port can be configured manually. Each port also supports IEEE 802.3x auto-negotiation of flow control, so the switch can automatically prevent port buffers from becoming saturated.
The Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver slots (see Figure 2-3 and 2-4) are shared with four of the RJ-45 ports (EdgeIron 24GS ports 21~24, and EdgeIron 48GS ports 45~48). If an SFP transceiver (purchased separately) is installed in a slot and has a valid link on the port, the associated RJ-45 port is disabled.

Xenpak Module Slots

These switches include a slot on the rear panel for hot-swappable single-port 10GBASE modules with Xenpak transceivers.
Each unit includes two stacking ports that provide a 40 Gbps high-speed serial stack backplane connection. Up to eight 24-port or eight 48-port switches can be connected together using the stacking cables. Or, 24-port and 48-port switches can be mixed together in a stack of eight.
The LEDs, which are located on the front panel for easy viewing, are shown below and described in the following table. Figure 4-3. EdgeIron 24GS Port and System LEDs

Edgelron 24GS

Combo Port Status Indicators (21~24)
Figure 4-4. EdgeIron 48GS Port and System LEDs
Port Status Indicators System Indicators
Combo Port Status Indicators (45~48)
Port Status LEDs - EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS LED Condition Status
Gigabit Ethernet Ports (Ports 1~24, or 1~48) Link/Act On Yellow On Green Flashing Yellow Flashing Green Off Port has established a valid 10/100 Mbps network connection. Port has established a valid 1000 Mbps network connection. Indicates network activity at 10/100 Mbps. Indicates network activity at 1000 Mbps. There is no valid link on the port.
System Status LEDs - EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS LED Power Condition On Green On Yellow Off RPU On Green On Yellow Off Diag On Green Flashing Green On Amber Stack Master On Green Flashing Green or Flashing Amber On Amber Off Stack Link On Green On Amber Flashing Green Flashing Amber Off Module On Green On Amber Flashing Green Off Status The units internal power supply is operating normally. The units internal power supply has failed. The unit has no power connected. The redundant power supply (RPS2-EIF) is operating normally. The redundant power supply (RPS2-EIF) has failed. No redundant power supply is connected. The system diagnostic test has completed successfully. The system diagnostic test is in progress. The system diagnostic test has detected a fault. Switch is operating as the Master unit in the stack. Switch in arbitration/election state. Switch is operating as a Slave unit in the stack. System in standalone mode. Uplink and downlink operating normally on the master unit. Uplink and downlink operating normally on the slave unit. Uplink has failed. Downlink has failed. No stacking link present. An expansion module is installed in the slot. An expansion module is installed, but cannot communicate with the switch. An installed expansion module has been disabled. There is no module installed.

R&D VLAN 1 Tagged Ports Untagged Ports VLAN unaware switch

R&D

Tagged Port VLAN aware switch

Finance VLAN 2 Testing

Marketing

Finance Testing

VLAN 3 VLAN 4

VLAN 3 VLAN 1 VLAN 2

Note: When connecting to a switch that does not support IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tags, use untagged ports.

Connectivity Rules

When adding hubs (repeaters) to your network, please follow the standard connectivity rules for Ethernet and Fast Ethernet. However, note that because switches break up the path for connected devices into separate collision domains, you should not include the switch or connected cabling in your calculations for cascade length involving other devices.
10 Gbps Ethernet Collision Domain
Maximum 10GBASE-LR 10 Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length Fiber Diameter 9/125 micron single-mode fiber Fiber Bandwidth N/A Maximum Cable Length 10 km (6.2 miles) Connector LC
Maximum 10GBASE-SR 10 Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length Fiber Diameter 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber 50/125 micron multimode fiber 50/125 micron multimode fiber 50/125 micron multimode fiber Fiber Bandwidth 160 MHz/km 200 MHz/km 400 MHz/km 500 MHz/km 2000 MHz/km Maximum Cable Length 2-26 m (6.56-85.3 ft.) 2-33 m (6.56-108.26 ft.) 2-66 m (6.56-216.54 ft.) 2-82 m (6.56-269 ft.) 2-300 m (6.56-984.25 ft.) Connector LC LC LC LC LC
Maximum 10GBASE-ER 10 Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length Fiber Diameter 9/125 micron single-mode fiber Fiber Bandwidth N/A Maximum Cable Length 24.84 miles (40 km) Connector LC
Maximum 10GBASE-CXGigabit Ethernet Cable Length Cable 10GBASE-CX4 Type 4X Twinax Maximum Cable Length 15 m (49.21 ft.) Connector IB4X
1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain
Maximum 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length Cable Type Category 5, 5e, or 6 100-ohm UTP or STP Maximum Cable Length 100 m (328 ft)
Maximum 1000BASE-SX Fiber Optic Cable Length Fiber Diameter 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber (MMF) 50/125 micron multimode fiber (MMF) Fiber Bandwidth 160 MHz/km 200 MHz/km 400 MHz/km 500 MHz/km Cable Length Range 2-220 m (7-722 ft) 2-275 m (7-902 ft) 2-500 m (7-1641 ft) 2-550 m (7-1805 ft)
Maximum 1000BASE-LX Fiber Optic Cable Length Fiber Diameter 9/125 micron single-mode fiber (SMF) Fiber Bandwidth N/A Cable Length Range 2 m - 5 km (7 ft - 3.2 miles)

May 2002

Wiring Map for Serial Cable
Switchs 9-Pin Serial Port 2 RXD (receive data) 3 TXD (transmit data) 5 SGND (signal ground) No other pins are used. Null Modem <--------------------------------------------------------> -----------------------------PCs 9-Pin DTE Port 3 TXD (transmit data) 2 RXD (receive data) 5 SGND (signal ground)
The serial ports configuration requirements are as follows: Default Baud rate9,600 BPS Character Size8 Characters ParityNone Stop bitOne Data bits8
Logging on through the CLI

Console Connection

To access the switch through the console port, perform these steps: 1. At the console prompt, enter the user name and password. (The default user names are admin and guest with corresponding passwords of admin and guest.) When the administrator user name and password is entered, the CLI displays the Console# prompt and enters privileged access mode (i.e., Privileged Exec). But when the guest user name and password is entered, the CLI displays the Console> prompt and enters normal access mode (i.e., Normal Exec). 2. Enter the necessary commands to complete your desired tasks. 3. When finished, exit the session with the quit or exit command. After connecting to the system through the console port, the login screen displays:
User Access Verification Username: admin Password: CLI session with the EdgeIron 4802CF is opened. To end the CLI session, enter [Exit]. Console#

Managing the Device

Telnet Connection
Telnet operates over the IP transport protocol. In this environment, your management station and any network device you want to manage over the network must have a valid IP address. Valid IP addresses consist of four numbers, 0 to 255, separated by periods. Each address consists of a network portion and host portion. For example, the IP address assigned to this switch, 10.1.0.1, consists of a network portion (10.1.0) and a host portion (1). To access the switch through a Telnet session, you must first set the IP address for the switch, and set the default gateway if you are managing the switch from a different IP subnet. By default, the switch uses DHCP to assign IP settings to VLAN 1 on the switch. If you wish to manually configure IP settings, you need to change the switchs user-specified defaults to values that are compatible with your network. You may also need to a establish a default gateway between the switch and management stations that exist on another network segment. You must configure at least one IP address using the serial connection to the CLI before you can manage the system using the other management interfaces. Foundry devices support both classful IP network masks (i.e. Class A, B, and C subnet masks, and so on), and Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR). To enter a classical network mask, enter the mask in IP address format. For example, enter 209.157.22.99 255.255.255.0 for an IP address with a Class-C subnet mask.

To automatically configure the switch by communicating with BOOTP or DHCP address allocation servers on the network, complete the following steps: 1. From the Privileged Exec level global configuration mode prompt, type interface vlan 1 to access the interface-configuration mode. Press <Enter>. 2. At the interface-configuration mode prompt, use one of the following commands: To obtain IP settings through DHCP, type ip address dhcp and press <Enter>. To obtain IP settings through BOOTP, type ip address bootp and press <Enter>.
3. Type end to return to the Privileged Exec mode. Press <Enter>. 4. Type ip dhcp restart to begin broadcasting service requests. Press <Enter>. 5. Wait a few minutes, and then check the IP configuration settings, by typing the show ip interface command. Press <Enter>. 6. Then save your configuration changes by typing copy running-config startup-config. Enter the startup file name and press <Enter>.
Console(config)#interface vlan 1 Console(config-if)#ip address dhcp Console(config-if)#end Console#ip dhcp restart Console#show ip interface IP interface vlan IP address and netmask: 10.1.0.54 255.255.255.0 on VLAN 1,and address mode: DHCP. Console#copy running-config startup-config Startup configuration file name []: startup Console#
Enabling SNMP Management Access
The switch can be configured to accept management commands from Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) applications such as SMC EliteView. You can configure the switch to (1) respond to SNMP requests or (2) generate SNMP traps. When SNMP management stations send requests to the switch (either to return information or to set a parameter), the switch provides the requested data or sets the specified parameter. The switch can also be configured to send information to SNMP managers (without being requested by the managers) through trap messages, which inform the manager that certain events have occurred. The switch includes an SNMP agent that supports SNMP version 1, 2c, and 3 clients. To provide management access for version 1 or 2c clients, you must specify a community string. The switch provides a default MIB View (i.e., an SNMPv3 construct) for the default public community string that provides read access to the entire MIB tree, and a default view for the private community string that provides read/write access to the entire MIB tree. However, you may assign new views to version 1 or 2c community strings that suit your specific security requirements. Community Strings (for SNMP version 1 and 2c clients) Community strings are used to control management access to SNMP version 1 and 2c stations, as well as to authorize SNMP stations to receive trap messages from the switch. You therefore need to assign community strings to specified users, and set the access level.

Console(config)#snmp-server Console(config)#snmp-server Console(config)#snmp-server write 802.1d Console(config)#snmp-server priv des56 einstein Console(config)#
view mib-2 1.3.6.1.2.1 included view 802.1d 1.3.6.2.1.17 included group r&d v3 auth read mib-2 user steve r&d v3 auth md5 greenpeace
For a more detailed explanation on how to configure the switch for access from SNMP v3 clients, refer to the Foundry EdgeIron User Guide.
Saving Configuration Settings
Configuration commands only modify the running configuration file and are not saved when the switch is rebooted. To save all your configuration changes in non-volatile storage, you must copy the running configuration file to the start-up configuration file using the copy command. To save the current configuration settings, enter the following command: 1. From the Privileged Exec mode prompt, type copy running-config startup-config and press <Enter>. 2. Enter the name of the start-up file. Press <Enter>.
Console#copy running-config startup-config Startup configuration file name [startup]: startup Write to FLASH Programming. Write to FLASH finish. Success. Console#

Entering CLI Commands

This section describes how to enter CLI commands.

Keywords and Arguments

A CLI command is a series of keywords and arguments. Keywords identify a command, and arguments specify configuration parameters. For example, in the command show interfaces status ethernet 1/5, show interfaces and status are keywords, ethernet is an argument that specifies the interface type, and 1/5 specifies the unit/port. You can enter commands as follows: To enter a simple command, enter the command keyword. To enter multiple commands, enter each command in the required order. For example, to enable Privileged Exec command mode, and display the startup configuration, enter:
Console>enable Console#show startup-config
To enter commands that require parameters, enter the required parameters after the command keyword. For example, to set a password for the administrator, enter:
Console(config)#username admin password 0 smith

Minimum Abbreviation

The CLI will accept a minimum number of characters that uniquely identify a command. For example, the command configure can be entered as con. If an entry is ambiguous, the system will prompt for further input.

Command Completion

If you terminate input with a Tab key, the CLI will print the remaining characters of a partial keyword up to the point of ambiguity. In the configure example, typing con followed by a tab will result in printing the command up to configure.

Keystroke Ctrl-A Ctrl-B Ctrl-C Ctrl-E Ctrl-F Ctrl-K
Function Shifts cursor to start of command line. Shifts cursor to the left one character. Terminates the current task and displays the command prompt. Shifts cursor to end of command line. Shifts cursor to the right one character. Deletes all characters from the cursor to the end of the line.
Keystroke Ctrl-L Ctrl-N Ctrl-P Ctrl-R Ctrl-U Ctrl-W Esc-B Esc-D Esc-F Delete key or backspace key
Function Repeats current command line on a new line. Enters the next command line in the history buffer. Enters the last command. Repeats current command line on a new line. Deletes from the cursor to the beginning of the line. Deletes the last word typed. Moves the cursor back one word. Deletes from the cursor to the end of the word. Moves the cursor forward one word. Erases a mistake when entering a command.
Chapter 12 Troubleshooting
Diagnosing Switch Indicators
Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Power LED is Off Action Power LED is Red Diag LED is On Red or Amber Link LED is Off (24GS or 48GS) Stack Link LED is Flashing Green or Amber (RPS-EIF) Fan LED is Flashing Red (RPS2-EIF) Link LED is Off or Flashing Yellow Internal power supply is disconnected. Check connections between the switch, the power cord, and the wall outlet. Contact Technical Support. Internal power supply has failed. Contact Technical Support. The switchs self test has detected a fault. Power cycle the switch to try and clear the condition. If the condition persists, contact Technical Support. Verify that the switch and attached device is powered on. Be sure the cable is plugged into both the switch and corresponding device. Verify that the proper cable type is used and its length does not exceed specified limits. Check the adapter on the attached device and cable connections for possible defects. Replace the defective adapter or cable if necessary. Uplink or Downlink on the stack has failed. Verify the stack connections, then power cycle the stack to try and clear the condition. If the condition persists, contact Technical Support. One or more fans have failed. Contact Technical Support. The port does not have a valid connection to the switch. Check connections between the switch, the power cord, and the wall outlet. There has been an RPS internal power failure. Contact Technical Support. The port has been shut down due to an over-current condition, or one or more of the units fans have failed. Contact Technical Support.
(RPS2-EIF) Link LED is Flashing Yellow (RPS2-EIF) Activity LED is Flashing Green
Troubleshooting Chart Symptom (RPS2-EIF) Fan LED is Flashing Yellow (RPS2-EIF) Thermal LED is Flashing Yellow Action One or more fans are not operating properly. Contact Technical Support. The unit is approaching an over-temperature condition. Power cycle the switch to try and clear the condition. If the condition persists, contact Technical Support.

Cables

Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments
For 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of wires. For 1000BASE-T connections the twisted-pair cable must have four pairs of wires. Each wire pair is identified by two different colors. For example, one wire might be green and the other, green with white stripes. Also, an RJ-45 connector must be attached to both ends of the cable. Caution: DO NOT plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform with FCC standards. Caution: Each wire pair must be attached to the RJ-45 connectors in a specific orientation. Figure B-1 illustrates how the pins on the RJ-45 connector are numbered. Be sure to hold the connectors in the same orientation when attaching the wires to the pins. Figure 13-1. RJ-45 Connector Pin Numbers
100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Pin Assignments
With 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T cable, pins 1 and 2 are used for transmitting data, and pins 3 and 6 for receiving data.
RJ-45 Pin Assignments Pin Number Assignment* Tx+ TxRx+ Rx-
* The + and - signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair.
Because all ports on this switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. In straight-through cable, pins 1, 2, 3, and 6, at one end of the cable, are connected straight through to pins 1, 2, 3 and 6 at the other end of the cable. The table below shows the 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X port pinouts.

Pin 3 6

MDI-X Signal Name Receive Data plus (RD+) Receive Data minus (RD-) Transmit Data plus (TD+) Transmit Data minus (TD-)
MDI Signal Name Transmit Data plus (TD+) Transmit Data minus (TD-) Receive Data plus (RD+) Receive Data minus (RD-)

No other pins are used.

Note: If auto-negotiation is disabled for an RJ-45 port, the auto-MDI/MDI-X pin signal configuration is also disabled.
1000BASE-T Pin Assignments
1000BASE-T ports switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, so you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. The table below shows the 1000BASE-T MDI and MDI-X port pinouts. These ports require that all four pairs of wires be connected. Note that for 1000BASE-T operation, all four pairs of wires are used for both transmit and receive. Use 100-ohm Category 5, 5e, or 6 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable for 1000BASE-T connections. Also be sure that the length of any twisted-pair connection does not exceed 100 meters (328 feet).

Operating: 0 to 50 C (32 to 122 F) Storage: -40 to 70 C (-40 to 158 F) Humidity Operating: 10% to 90% Power Supply Internal, auto-ranging transformer: 100 to 240 VAC, 47 to 63 Hz External, supports connection for 14-pin redundant power unit Power Consumption EdgeIron 2402CF: 45 Watts maximum EdgeIron 4802CF: 48 Watts maximum Heat Dissipation EdgeIron 2402CF: 238.7 BTU/hr maximum EdgeIron 4802CF: 163.68 BTU/hr maximum Maximum Current EdgeIron 2402CF: 0.8 A @ 110 VAC, 0.5 A @ 240 VAC EdgeIron 4802CF: 1.2 A @ 110 VAC, 0.6 A @ 240 VAC Noise 48 dB CPU Type and Speed EdgeIron 2402CF: MPC8241/166MHz (8MB Flash, 32MB SDRAM) EdgeIron 4802CF: MPC8241/266MHz (8MB Flash, 32MB SDRAM) MTBF EdgeIron 2402CF: 122,109 hours EdgeIron 4802CF: 46,799 hours
EdgeIron 24G-A and EdgeIron 48G
Ports 20 or 44 10/100/1000BASE-T, with auto-negotiation 4 10/100/1000BASE-T shared with four SFP transceiver slots Network Interface 10BASE-T: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Categories 3, 4, 5) 100BASE-TX: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Category 5) 1000BASE-T: RJ-45 (100-ohm Category 5, 5e, or 6 UTP or STP cable) RJ-45 connector, auto MDI/MDI-X System Memory 8 Mbytes Flash memory 32 Mbytes DRAM Buffer Architecture EdgeIron 24GA: 2 Mbyte per system EdgeIron 48G: 4 Mbytes per system Switching Database 16 K MAC address entries LEDs
-Foundry Networks, Inc. December 2007
EdgeIron 24GA: System: Power, RPS, Diag., FDX (Full Duplex/Half Duplex) Port: Link, Act EdgeIron 48G: System: Power, RPS, Diag., Port: Link, Act. Weight EdgeIron 24G-A: 3.24 kg (7.17 lbs) EdgeIron 48G: 5.88 kg (12.97 lbs) Size EdgeIron 24G-A: 44.0 x 31 x 4.4 cm (17.4 x 12.2 x 1.8 in.) EdgeIron 48G: 44.0 x 41.5 x 4.4 cm (17.4 x 16.4 x 1.8 in.) Temperature Operating: 0 to 50 C (32 to 122 F) Storage: -40 to 70 C (-40 to 158 F) Humidity Operating: 5% to 95% AC Input 100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz Power Supply Internal, auto-ranging transformer: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz External, supports connection for 14-pin redundant power unit Power Consumption EdgeIron 24GA: 70 Watts maximum EdgeIron 48G: 105 Watts maximum Heat Dissipation EdgeIron 24GA: 238.7 BTU/hr maximum EdgeIron 48G: 358.05 BTU/hr maximum Maximum Current EdgeIron 24GA: 0.7 A @ 110 VAC, 0.3 A @ 240 VAC EdgeIron 48G: 1.2 A @ 110 VAC, 0.6 A @ 240 VAC Noise 56 dB MTBF EdgeIron 24G-A: 148,333 hours EdgeIron 48G: 159,149 hours CPU Type and Speed: EdgeIron 24G-A: MPC8245/266MHz (8MB Flash, 32MB SDRAM) EdgeIron 48G: MPC8245/266MHz (8MB Flash, 32MB SDRAM)

Ports 4 RPS DC power outlets (IEC socket 216C743-07) LEDs EdgeIron RPS-EIF: Ports 1 to 4, and fan status LEDs. EdgeIron RPS2-EIF: Ports 1 to 4, Fan, Thermal and Power LEDs. Weight EdgeIron RPS-EIF: 5 kg (11.02 lbs) EdgeIron RPS2-EIF: 5.5 kg (12.1 lbs) Size 44.0 x 28.4 x 4.3 cm (17.34 x 11.19 x 1.69 in.) Temperature EdgeIron RPS-EIF: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104F); Storage: -40 to 70 C (-40 to 158 F) Operating: 0 to 50 C (32 to 122F) Storage: -40 to 70 C (-40 to 158 F) Humidity EdgeIron RPS-EIF: Operating: 5% to 95% EdgeIron RPS2-EIF: Operating: 20% to 90% AC Input 100 to 240 V, 50 to 60 Hz EIA Ratings EdgeIron RPS-EIF: 115V/10A, 230V/10A EdgeIron RPS2-EIF: 125V/10A, 250V/10A
DC Power Cable Connector 14-pin P-Type plastic type Power Supply Internal, auto-ranging transformer: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz Output 12V DC Maximum Power Consumption EdgeIron EIF-RPS: 253 Watts EdgeIron EIF-RPS2: 292 Watts Heat Dissipation EdgeIron EIF-RPS: 865 BTU/hr maximum EdgeIron EIF-RPS2: 998 BTU/hr maximum Input Power Consumption 70 Watts maximum per port Current: 0 A (minimum), 14 A (maximum) Line regulation: +/- 1% Load regulation: +/- 10% Overshoot and undershoot: 5% Maximum Current EdgeIron RPS-EIF: 10 A @ 110 VAC; 5 A @ 230 VAC EdgeIron RPS2-EIF: 8 A @ 110 VAC; 3.5 A @ 240 VAC Overload Protection Reduces output to safe levels when output exceeds 110% Fan Voltage +12V DC Operating voltage range: 7V to 13.8V Speed: 8200 RPM Air delivery: 9.43 CFM Noise: 30.5 dB Noise 51.4 dB MTBF 50,050 hours

Switch Features

Spanning Tree Protocol Forwarding Mode Store-and-forward Flow Control Full Duplex: IEEE 802.3x Half Duplex: Back pressure Broadcast Storm Suppression Traffic throttled above a critical threshold
VLAN Support Up to 255 groups; port-based or with 802.1Q VLAN tagging GVRP for automatic VLAN learning Multicast Switching IGMP Snooping Class of Service EdgeIron 2402CF and 4802CF Supports four levels of priority and Weighted Round Robin queueing EdgeIron 24GS, 48GS, 24G-A, 48G and 8X10G Supports eight levels of priority and Weighted Round Robin queueing

Management Features

In-Band Management Web, Telnet, SSH or SNMP manager Out-of-Band Management RS-232 DB-9 console port Software Loading TFTP in-band or XModem out-of-band MIB Support MIB II (RFC 1213), Bridge MIB (RFC 1493), Interfaces Evolution MIB (RFC 2863), Ethernet MIB (RFC 2665), Extended Bridge MIB (RFC 2674), RMON MIB (RFC 2819), Entity MIB (RFC 2737), RADIUS authentication client MIB (RFC 2621), Foundrys private MIB RMON Support Groups 1, 2, 3, 9 (Statistics, History, Alarm, Event) Additional Features Port Trunks (static - Cisco EtherChannel compliant, dynamic - LACP) Port Mirroring BOOTP/DHCP Client

sample applications 7-2 screws for rack mounting 8-2, 9-1 serial port 2-6, 3-6, 4-6, 5-4 single-mode fiber optic cables 10-3 site selelction 8-1, 9-1 SNMP agent 2-6, 3-6, 4-6, 5-4 Spanning Tree Protocol 10-1 specifications compliances A-9 environmental A-1, A-3, A-4, A-6 physical A-1, A-6 power A-2, A-3, A-4, A-6, A-7 stacking
network connections 10-1 examples 7-2

Index-2

introduction 9-7 maximum stack size 9-7 standards compliance A-9 IEEE A-8 status LEDs 2-7, 2-8, 3-7, 4-7, 5-5 store-and-forward 2-5, 3-5, 4-5, 5-4 surge suppressor, using 8-1, 9-1 switch architecture 2-5, 3-5, 4-5, 5-4 switching introduction to 7-1 method 2-5, 3-5, 4-5, 5-4
temperature within a rack 8-2, 9-2 troubleshooting in-band access 12-2 power and cooling problems 12-2 switch indicators 12-1, B-3 twisted-pair connections 10-1

VLANs 2-6, 3-6, 4-6, 5-4

Web-based management 2-6, 3-6, 4-6, 5-4

Telnet 12-2

Index-3

Index-4

Installation.12-2 In-Band Access.12-2 Stack Troubleshooting (EdgeIron 24GS and 48GS).12-3 Chapter 13. Cables.13-1 Specifications.13-1 Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments.13-2 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Pin Assignments.13-2 1000BASE-T Pin Assignments.13-3 1000BASE-T Cable Requirements.13-3 Console Port Pin Assignments.13-4 DB-9 Port Pin Assignments.13-4 Console Port to 9-Pin DTE Port on PC.13-5 Console Port to 25-Pin DTE Port on PC.13-5 Chapter 14. Specifications.14-1 Physical Characteristics.14-1 EdgeIron 2402CF and EdgeIron 4802CF.14-1 EdgeIron 24G-A and EdgeIron 48G.14-2 EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS.14-3 EdgeIron 8X10G.14-5 EdgeIron External Redundant Power Supplies (RPS-EIF and RPS2-EIF).14-6 Switch Features.14-7 Management Features.14-7 Standards.14-8 Compliances.14-8 Appendix A. Warnings and Cautionary Messages. A-1 Warnings. A-1 Cautions. A-1 Glossary Index
Chapter 1 About This Guide

Introduction

This guide describes the EdgeIron product family from Foundry Networks. It includes procedures for installing the hardware and configuring the software. The software procedures show how to perform tasks using the CLI and using the Web management interface. This release applies to the following EdgeIron products:
Model Name EdgeIron 2402CF EdgeIron 4802CF EdgeIron 24G-A EdgeIron 48G EdgeIron 24GS EdgeIron 48GS EdgeIron 8X10G EdgeIron External Redundant Power Supply RPS-EIF EdgeIron External Redundant Power Supply RPS-EIF2
Part Number EIF2402CF EIF4802CF EIF24GA EIF48G EIF24GS EIF48GS EIF8X10G RPS-EIF RPS-EIF2
Whats Included in This Edition?
This edition describes the following software release: Release 2.2.4.29 for the EdgeIron 2402CF, EdgeIron 4802CF, EdgeIron 24G-A, and EdgeIron 48G Release 2.2.4.21 for the EdgeIron 24GS, EdgeIron 48GS, and EdgeIron 8X10G

List of Features

The following table summarizes the features available in the switches. Refer to the appropriate sections in this manual for any feature limitations.

Features

EdgeIron 2402CF/ 4802CF Software Size Uplink Redundant Power Jumbo Frames Flash Memory DRAM Buffer Architecture Version 2.2.4.29 1U mGBIC/TX Combo External No 8 Mbytes 32 Mbytes 2402CF 32 Mbytes (per system) 4802CF 64 Mybtes (per system) RADIUS and TACACS+ authentication BootP DHCP Clients IP Address Management Configuration Management TFTP Remote Logging HTTPS SSH (version 2.0) SSH (version 1.5) SNMP (v1, v2c and v3) SNTP Yes

Expandability

Supports 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX, 1000BASE-LH, and 1000BASE-T SFP transceivers.
Transparent bridging Provides Store-and-Forward switching Supports flow control, using back pressure for half duplex and IEEE 802.3x for full duplex
Auto MDI/MDIX support for the 10/100/1000BASE-T ports Up to 16K-entry media access control (MAC) address cache per system Broadcast storm control Includes support for an optional External Redundant Power Supply
Chapter 4 About the EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS
Foundrys EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS are intelligent Gigabit Ethernet switches with 24 or 48 10/100/1000BASE-T ports, four of which are combination ports that are shared with four alternate Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver slots. Use of an SFP port automatically disables its corresponding RJ-45 port by default. On the rear panel there is an extender module slot and two stacking ports. The extender module slot supports optional single-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet modules. This switch can easily tame your network with full support for Spanning Tree Protocol, Multicast Switching, and Virtual LANs. Figure 4-1. EdgeIron 24GS Front and Rear Panels
10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ports

Edgelron X24GS

Stack ID

Console

ES4525

Module

100-240V~ 50-60Hz 2A

DC 12V 13A

Module Slot

Stacking Ports

Figure 4-2. EdgeIron 48GS Front and Rear Panels

Edgelron 48GS

EdgeIron 24GS or 48GS switch EdgeIron Release Notes Four adhesive foot pads Bracket Mounting Kit containing two brackets and eight screws for attaching the brackets to the switch Power Cordeither US, Continental Europe or UK RS-232 console cable User Agreement Envelope Registration Card Stacking cable (30 cm)
About the EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS
Features System Software Size Uplink EdgeIron 24GS Version 2.2.4.21 1U SFP/TX Combo Extender Slot Stacking Ports Redundant Power Jumbo Frames Flash Memory DRAM Buffer Architecture RADIUS and TACACS+ authentication Remote Logging HTTPS SSH (version 2.0) SNMP (v1 and v2c) Layer 2 IEEE 802.1q Port-based VLANs Private VLANs IEEE 802.1D (STP) IEEE 802.1s (MSTP)* IEEE 802.1w (RSTP) Foundry PVST* GVRP 10/100 Trunks Gigabit Trunks IEEE 802.3ad Port Security IEEE 802.1X Rate Limiting - ingress and egress Layer 3 Multicast ToS/DSCP Honoring IGMP Snooping Yes External Yes (up to 9 Kbytes) 8192 bytes 64 Mbytes 2 Mbytes (per system) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes EdgeIron 48GS Version 2.2.4.21 1U SFP/TX Combo Extender Slot Yes External Yes (up to 9 Kbytes) 8192 bytes 64 Mbytes 2 Mbytes (per system) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Features Not Supported in Release 2.2.4.21 for the EdgeIron Series
Note: Software release 2.2.4.21 for the EdgeIron Series supports Layer 2 features. It does not support Layer 3 features. Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) Foundry Standby Router Protocol IP Load Sharing IPv6 IS-IS Multiprotocol Border Gateway Protocol (MBGP) Multiprotocol Source Discovery Protocol (MSDP) Network Address Translation (NAT) Netflow Outbound ACLs ACL-based Rate Limiting Policy Based Routing Super Aggregated VLANs SuperSpan VLAN-based priority Policy-Based Routing
The EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS employ a wire-speed, non-blocking switching fabric. This permits simultaneous wire-speed transport of multiple packets at low latency on all ports. This switch also features full-duplex capability on all ports, which effectively doubles the bandwidth of each connection.
This switch contains a comprehensive array of LEDs for at-a- glance monitoring of network and port status. It also includes a built-in network management agent that allows the switch to be managed in-band using SNMP or RMON (Groups 1, 2, 3 and 9) protocols, with a Web browser, or remotely via Telnet. The switch provides an RS-232 serial port (DB-9 connector) on the front panel for out-of-band management. A PC may be connected to this port for configuration and monitoring out-of band via a null-modem cable. (See Cables on page 13-1. for wiring options.) This switch provides a wide range of advanced performance-enhancing features. Port-based and tagged VLANs, plus support for automatic GVRP VLAN registration and IGMP multicast filtering provide traffic security and efficient use of network bandwidth. CoS priority queueing ensures the minimum delay for moving real-time multimedia data across the network. Flow control eliminates the loss of packets due to bottlenecks caused by port saturation. Broadcast storm control prevents broadcast traffic storms from engulfing the network. For a detailed description of the switchs advanced features, refer to the Foundry EdgeIron User Guide.
These ports are RJ-45 ports that operate at 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps and 1000 Mbps, full and half duplex. RJ-45 ports 21-24 on the 24GS and RJ-45 ports 45-48 on the 48GS are combination ports that are shared with Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver slots. Because all ports on this switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. (See Cables on page 13-1.) Each of these ports support auto-negotiation, so the optimum transmission mode (half or full duplex), and data rate (10, 100, or 1000 Mbps) can be selected automatically. If a device connected to one of these ports does not support auto-negotiation, the communication mode of that port can be configured manually. Each port also supports IEEE 802.3x auto-negotiation of flow control, so the switch can automatically prevent port buffers from becoming saturated.

About the EdgeIron 8X10G

Features Multicast IGMP Snooping

EdgeIron 8X10G Yes

The EdgeIron 8X10G employs a wire-speed, non-blocking switching fabric. This permits simultaneous wire-speed transport of multiple packets at low latency on all ports. This switch also features full-duplex capability on all ports, which effectively doubles the bandwidth of each connection.
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10GBASE Slots

These slots support 10G XFP transceivers. Using single-mode fiber optic cable, and using Foundry approved XFP modules, the 10GBASE-LR XFP transceiver ports can be connected to a remote site up to 10 km (6.2 miles) away. The 10GBASE modules operate at 10 Gbps full duplex with support for flow control, and are also available in various PHY types approved by Foundry. Note: The XFP modules currently approved for use with the 8X10G can be connected up to 10 km away. For a list of Foundry approved XFP modules, see the table at the end of this chapter.

100BASE-T Port

This port is an RJ-45 port used for network management that operates at 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps, full and half duplex. The port does not allow pass-through or data traffic. Note: It is also possible to manage the switch through the switches 10G transceiver slots.
The LEDs, which are located on the front panel for easy viewing, are shown below and described in the following table.
Figure 5-2. EdgeIron 8X10G Port and System LEDs

PWR RPS Diag

XFP Module XFP Module

Link/Act

Port Status LEDs - EdgeIron 8X10G LED Condition Status
10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports (Ports 1~8) Link/Act On Green Yellow and Green Alternate XFP Module Green Off Port has established a valid 10G network connection. Flashing indicates activity. The port has been administratively disabled. There is an XFP module present in the slot. There is no module in the slot.
System Status LEDs - EdgeIron 8X10G LED PWR Condition On Green On Yellow Off RPS On Green On Yellow Off Diag On Green Flashing Green On Yellow Yellow and Green Alternate Link/Act Green Status The units internal power supply is operating normally. The units internal power supply has failed. The unit has no power connected. The redundant power supply (RPS2-EIF) is operating normally. The redundant power supply (RPS2-EIF) has failed. No redundant power supply is connected. The system diagnostic test has completed successfully. The system diagnostic test is in progress. The system diagnostic test has detected a fault. There has been a fan fault or the unit has overheated. Management port has an established 10/100 Mbps link. Flashing indicates activity.

Front and Rear Panels

Four power indicators and one fan indicator are located on the RPS front panel. The AC supply and DC backup receptacles are located on the RPSs rear panel. Figure 6-1. Front and Rear Panels
Port and System Status Indicators
Redundant Power Sockets 4~3
Redundant Power Sockets 2~1

EdgeIron RPS-EIF

Link Activity Fan Thermal Power
100-240V, 50-60Hz 10A BPS 4 BPS 3 BPS 2 BPS 1

EdgeIron RPS2-EIF

Redundant Power Supply Unit (RPS-EIF or RPS2-EIF) One AC Supply Power Cord US, Continental Europe or UK Four DC Backup Power Cords with IEC connectors on both ends (length 152 cm each) Rack Mounting Kit containing brackets and screws Adhesive feet User Agreement Envelope Registration Card
About the EdgeIron Redundant Power Supplies
The following diagram and table describes the functions of the RPS-EIF LEDs.

Port Indicators

Fan Indicator
Port and System Status LEDs - RPS-EIF LED 1~4 Condition On Green Flashing Green Off Fan On Green Flashing Red Off Status Power is being supplied to the RPS, the unit is functioning normally, and the RPS port is connected to a switch. Power is being supplied to the RPS, the unit is functioning normally, but no switch is connected to the RPS port. Power is off, or a failure has occurred. The fans are functioning normally. One or more fans have failed. The unit is not connected to an AC power source.
The following diagram and tables describe the functions of the RPS2-EIF LEDs
Port Status LEDs - RPS2-EIF LED (1~4) Link Condition Off On Yellow Flashing Yellow Activity Off Flashing Green Status The port does not have a valid connection to a switch. The port has a valid connection to a switch. There has been a RPS internal power failure. The port is not providing power to the connected switch. The port has been shut down due to one of the following conditions: The unit has detected an over-current condition. One or more of the units fans have failed. On Green The port is providing power to a connected switch.
System Status LEDs - RPS2-EIF LED Fan Condition On Green Flashing Yellow Off Thermal On Green Flashing Yellow Off Power On Green Off Status The fans are functioning normally. One or more fans are not operating properly. The unit is powered off. The temperature of the unit is within an acceptable range. Indicates a high temperature that is approaching an overtemperature condition. The thermal detection function has failed, or the unit is powered off. AC power is being supplied to the RPS. No AC power is being supplied to the RPS.

R&D VLAN 1 Tagged Ports Untagged Ports VLAN unaware switch

R&D

Tagged Port VLAN aware switch

Finance VLAN 2 Testing

Marketing

Finance Testing

VLAN 3 VLAN 4

VLAN 3 VLAN 1 VLAN 2

Note: When connecting to a switch that does not support IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tags, use untagged ports.

Connectivity Rules

When adding hubs (repeaters) to your network, please follow the standard connectivity rules for Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, and Gigabit Ethernet. However, note that because switches break up the path for connected devices into separate collision domains, you should not include the switch or connected cabling in your calculations for cascade length involving other devices.
10 Gbps Ethernet Collision Domain
Maximum 10GBASE-LR 10 Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length Fiber Diameter 9/125 micron single-mode fiber 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber (MMF) Fiber Bandwidth N/A 160 MHz/km Maximum Cable Length 10 km (6.2 miles) 300 m (984.25 ft.) Connector SC or LC SC or LC
1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain
Maximum 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Cable Length Cable Type Category 5, 5e, or 6 100-ohm UTP or STP Maximum Cable Length 100 m (328 ft)
Maximum 1000BASE-SX Fiber Optic Cable Length Fiber Diameter 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber (MMF) 50/125 micron multimode fiber (MMF) Fiber Bandwidth 160 MHz/km 200 MHz/km 400 MHz/km 500 MHz/km Cable Length Range 2-220 m (7-722 ft) 2-275 m (7-902 ft) 2-500 m (7-1641 ft) 2-550 m (7-1805 ft)
Maximum 1000BASE-LX Fiber Optic Cable Length Fiber Diameter 9/125 micron single-mode fiber (SMF) Fiber Bandwidth N/A Cable Length Range 2 m - 5 km (7 ft - 3.2 miles)
Maximum 1000BASE-LHA Fiber Optic Cable Length Fiber Diameter 9/125 micron single-mode fiber (SMF) Fiber Bandwidth N/A Maximum Cable Length 70 km (43 miles)
100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain
Maximum Fast Ethernet Cable Length Type 100BASE-TX Cable Type Category 5 100-ohm UTP or STP Max. Cable Length 100 m (328 ft.)
Maximum 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Cable Length Fiber Diameter 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber (MMF) 9/125 micron single-mode fiber (SMF) Fiber Bandwidth N/A N/A Maximum Cable Length 2 km (1.24 miles) 20 km (12.43 miles)
10 Mbps Ethernet Collision Domain
Maximum Ethernet Cable Distance Type 10BASE-T Cable Type Category 3, 4, 5 100-ohm UTP or STP Max. Cable Length 100 m (328 ft.)

Application Notes

1. Full-duplex operation only applies to point-to-point access (such as when a switch is attached to a workstation, server or another switch). When the switch is connected to a hub, both devices must operate in half-duplex mode. 2. Avoid using flow control on a port connected to a hub unless it is actually required to solve a problem. Otherwise back pressure jamming signals may degrade overall performance for the segment attached to the hub. 3. For network applications that require routing between dissimilar network types, you can attach the EdgeIron 48G units directly to a router. 4. As a general rule the length of fiber optic cable for a single switched link should not exceed:

To install an SFP or XFP transceiver, perform the following steps: 1. Consider your network and cabling requirements to select an appropriate SFP or XFP transceiver type. 2. Insert the transceiver with the optical connector facing outward and the slot connector facing down. Note that SFP and XFP transceivers are keyed so they can only be installed in one orientation. 3. Slide the SFP or XFP transceiver into the slot until it clicks into place. 4. For an XFP transceiver, lift the latch on the front of the transceiver to lock it into place. Note: SFP transceivers are hot-swappable. The switch does not need to be powered off before installing or removing a transceiver. However, always first disconnect the network cable before removing a transceiver.
Installing an Optional Module into the EdgeIron 24GS or EdgeIron 48GS
Figure 9-5. Installing an Optional Module into the EdgeIron 24GS or EdgeIron 48GS

EIF24GS

10G Xe

npak Ex

pansion

Diag Link/Activ ity

To install an optional module into the switch, do the following: 1. Remove the blank metal plate (or a previously installed module) from the appropriate slot by removing the two screws with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Before opening the package that contains the module, touch the bag to the switch casing to discharge any potential static electricity. Also, it is recommended to use an ESD wrist strap during installation. 3. Remove the module from the anti-static shielded bag. 4. Holding the module level, guide it into the carrier rails on each side and gently push it all the way into the slot, ensuring that it firmly engages with the connector. 5. If you are sure the module is properly mated with the connector, tighten the retainer screws to secure the module in the slot.
6. The Diag LED on the module should turn on to confirm that the module is correctly installed and ready to use. Note: The slide-in modules are hot-swappable, you do not need to power of the switch before installing or removing a module.

Stacking Switches

Both the EdgeIron 24GS and EdgeIron 48GS support stacking up to eight units through two stacking ports located on the rear of each unit. Note: The following procedure does not apply to the EdgeIron 24GS nor EdgeIron 48GS. To connect up to eight switches in a stack, perform the following steps: 1. Install the stacking modules in the slots at the back of each switch. 2. Plug one end of a stack cable into the Up (top) port of the top unit 3. Plug the other end of the stack cable into the Down (bottom) port of the next unit. 4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each unit in the stack. Form a simple chain starting at the Up port on the top unit and ending at the Down port on the bottom unit (stacking up to 8 units). 5. Complete the stack connections by plugging one end of a stack cable into the Up port on the bottom unit and the other end into the Down port on the top unit. This forms a wrap-around topology. For a simple top to bottom chain topology ignore this step. 6. Select the Master unit in the stack by pressing the Stack Master/Slave button in on only one of the switches. Only one switch in the stack can operate as the Master, all other units operate in slave mode. If more than one switch in the stack is selected as Master, or if no switches are selected, the system will select the unit with lowest MAC address as the master.

Understanding Command Modes
The command set is divided into Exec and Configuration classes. Exec commands generally display information on system status or clear statistical counters. Configuration commands, on the other hand, modify interface parameters or enable certain switching functions. These classes are further divided into different modes. Available commands depend on the selected mode. You can always enter a question mark ? at the prompt to display a list of the commands available for the current mode. The command classes and associated modes are displayed in the following table:

Class Exec

Mode Normal Privileged

Configuration

Global* Access Control List Interface Line Multiple Spanning Tree VLAN Database
* You must be in Privileged Exec mode to access the Global configuration mode. You must be in Global Configuration mode to access any of the other configuration modes.

Exec Commands

When you open a new console session on switch with the user name guest, the system enters Normal Exec command mode (or guest mode). Only a limited number of the commands are available in this mode. You can access all the commands only in Privileged Exec command mode (or administrator mode). To access Privilege Exec mode, open a new console session with the user name admin, or enter the enable command (followed by the privileged level password if so configured). The command prompt displays as Console> for Normal Exec mode and Console# for Privileged Exec mode. To enter Privileged Exec mode, enter the following commands and passwords:
Username: admin Password: [system login password] CLI session with the EdgeIron 4802CF is opened. To end the CLI session, enter [Exit]. Console#
Username: guest Password: [system login password] CLI session with the EdgeIron 4802CF is opened. To end the CLI session, enter [Exit]. Console#enable Password: [privileged level password if so configured] Console#

Configuration Commands

Configuration commands are privileged level commands used to modify switch settings. These commands modify the running configuration only and are not saved when the switch is rebooted. To store the running configuration in nonvolatile storage, use the copy running-config startup-config command. The configuration commands are organized into three different modes: Global Configuration - These commands modify the system level configuration, and include commands such as hostname and snmp-server community. Access Control List Configuration - These commands are used for packet filtering. Interface Configuration - These commands modify the port configuration such as speed-duplex and negotiation. Line Configuration - These commands modify the console port configuration, and include command such as parity and databits. VLAN Configuration - Includes the command to create VLAN groups. Multiple Spanning Tree Configuration - These commands configure settings for the selected multiple spanning tree instance.

To enter the Global Configuration mode, enter the command configure in Privileged Exec mode. The system prompt will change to Console(config)# which gives you access privilege to all Global Configuration commands.
Console#configure Console(config)#
To enter the other modes, at the configuration prompt type one of the following commands. Use the exit or end command to return to the Privileged Exec mode.
Mode Line Access Control List Command line {console | vty} access-list ip standard access-list ip extended access-list ip mask-precedence access-list mac access-list mac mask-precedence Interface VLAN MSTP interface {ethernet port | port-channel id| vlan id} vlan database spanning-tree mst-configuration Prompt Console(config-line)# Console(config-std-acl) Console(config-ext-acl) Console(config-ip-mask-acl) Console(config-mac-acl) Console(config-mac-mask-acl) Console(config-if)# Console(config-vlan) Console(config-mstp)#
For example, you can use the following commands to enter interface configuration mode, and then return to Privileged Exec mode
Console(config)#interface ethernet 1/5. Console(config-if)#exit Console(config)#

Command Line Processing

Commands are not case sensitive. You can abbreviate commands and parameters as long as they contain enough letters to differentiate them from any other currently available commands or parameters. You can use the Tab key to complete partial commands, or enter a partial command followed by the ? character to display a list of possible matches. You can also use the following editing keystrokes for command-line processing:
Keystroke Ctrl-A Ctrl-B Ctrl-C Ctrl-E Ctrl-F Ctrl-K
Function Shifts cursor to start of command line. Shifts cursor to the left one character. Terminates the current task and displays the command prompt. Shifts cursor to end of command line. Shifts cursor to the right one character. Deletes all characters from the cursor to the end of the line.
Keystroke Ctrl-L Ctrl-N Ctrl-P Ctrl-R Ctrl-U Ctrl-W Esc-B Esc-D Esc-F Delete key or backspace key
Function Repeats current command line on a new line. Enters the next command line in the history buffer. Enters the last command. Repeats current command line on a new line. Deletes from the cursor to the beginning of the line. Deletes the last word typed. Moves the cursor back one word. Deletes from the cursor to the end of the word. Moves the cursor forward one word. Erases a mistake when entering a command.

Chapter 12 Troubleshooting
Diagnosing Switch Indicators
Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Power LED is Off Action Power LED is Red Diag LED is On Red or Amber Link LED is Off (24GS or 48GS) Stack Link LED is Flashing Green or Amber (RPS-EIF) Fan LED is Flashing Red (RPS-EIF) Fan LED is Off Internal power supply is disconnected. Check connections between the switch, the power cord, and the wall outlet. Contact Technical Support. Internal power supply has failed. Contact Technical Support. The switchs self test has detected a fault. Power cycle the switch to try and clear the condition. If the condition persists, contact Technical Support. Verify that the switch and attached device is powered on. Be sure the cable is plugged into both the switch and corresponding device. Verify that the proper cable type is used and its length does not exceed specified limits. Check the adapter on the attached device and cable connections for possible defects. Replace the defective adapter or cable if necessary. Uplink or Downlink on the stack has failed. Verify the stack connections, then power cycle the stack to try and clear the condition. If the condition persists, contact Technical Support. One or more fans have failed. Contact Technical Support. Verify that the switch and attached device is powered on. Be sure the cable is plugged into both the switch and corresponding device. Verify that the proper cable type is used and its length does not exceed specified limits. Check the adapter on the attached device and cable connections for possible defects. Replace the defective adapter or cable if necessary. The port does not have a valid connection to the switch. Check connections between the switch, the power cord, and the wall outlet.
(RPS2-EIF) Link LED is Off or Flashing Yellow
Troubleshooting Chart Symptom (RPS2-EIF) Link LED is Flashing Yellow (RPS2-EIF) Activity LED is Flashing Green (RPS2-EIF) Fan LED is Flashing Yellow (RPS2-EIF) Thermal LED is Flashing Yellow Action There has been an RPS internal power failure. Contact Technical Support. The port has been shut down due to an over-current condition, or one or more of the units fans have failed. Contact Technical Support. One or more fans are not operating properly. Contact Technical Support. The unit is approaching an over-temperature condition. Power cycle the switch to try and clear the condition. If the condition persists, contact Technical Support.

9/125, 50/125 or 62.5/125 micron core See the corresponding SMF or MMF table below
1000BASE-SX Fiber Specifications Fiber Diameter 62.5/125 micron MMF 50/125 micron MMF Fiber Bandwidth 160 MHz/km 200 MHz/km 400 MHz/km 500 MHz/km Cable Length Range 2-220 m (7-722 ft.) 2-275 m (7-902 ft.) 2-500 m (7-1641 ft.) 2-550 m (7-1805 ft.)
10GBASE-XFP and Xenpak Fiber Specifications Fiber Diameter 9/125 micron SMF 62.5/125 micron MMF 50/125 micron MMF Fiber Bandwidth N/A 160 MHz/km 160 MHz/km Cable Length Range 10-40 km(6.24-24.96 miles) 300 m (984.25 ft.) 300 m (984.25 ft.)
Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments
For 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T connections, a twisted-pair cable must have two pairs of wires. For 1000BASE-T connections the twisted-pair cable must have four pairs of wires. Each wire pair is identified by two different colors. For example, one wire might be green and the other, green with white stripes. Also, an RJ-45 connector must be attached to both ends of the cable. Caution: DO NOT plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform with FCC standards. Caution: Each wire pair must be attached to the RJ-45 connectors in a specific orientation. Figure B-1 illustrates how the pins on the RJ-45 connector are numbered. Be sure to hold the connectors in the same orientation when attaching the wires to the pins. Figure 13-1. RJ-45 Connector Pin Numbers
100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Pin Assignments
With 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T cable, pins 1 and 2 are used for transmitting data, and pins 3 and 6 for receiving data.
RJ-45 Pin Assignments Pin Number Assignment1 Tx+ TxRx+ Rx-
1: The + and - signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair.
Because all ports on this switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all network connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. In straight-through cable, pins 1, 2, 3, and 6, at one end of the cable, are connected straight through to
pins 1, 2, 3 and 6 at the other end of the cable. The table below shows the 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X port pinouts.

Pin 3 6

MDI-X Signal Name Receive Data plus (RD+) Receive Data minus (RD-) Transmit Data plus (TD+) Transmit Data minus (TD-)
MDI Signal Name Transmit Data plus (TD+) Transmit Data minus (TD-) Receive Data plus (RD+) Receive Data minus (RD-)

No other pins are used.

Console Port Pin Assignments
The DB-9 serial port on the switchs front panel is used to connect to the switch for out-of-band console configuration. The on-board menu-driven configuration program can be accessed from a terminal, or a PC running a terminal emulation program. The pin assignments used to connect to the serial port are provided in the following tables. Figure 13-2. DB-9 Console Port Pin Numbers
DB-9 Port Pin Assignments
EIA Circuit BB BA AB CCITT Signal 102 Description RxD (Received Data) TxD (Transmitted Data) SGND (Signal Ground) Switchs DB9 DTE Pin # 5 PC DB9 DTE Pin # 5
Console Port to 9-Pin DTE Port on PC
Switchs 9-Pin Serial Port 2 RXD 3 TXD 5 SGND No other pins are used. Null Modem <---------RXD ----------------------TXD ----------> -----------SGND ---------PCs 9-Pin DTE Port 3 TxD 2 RxD 5 SGND
Console Port to 25-Pin DTE Port on PC
Switchs 9-Pin Serial Port 2 RXD 3 TXD 5 SGND No other pins are used. Null Modem <---------RXD ----------------------TXD ----------> -----------SGND ---------PCs 25-Pin DTE Port 2 TXD 3 RXD 7 SGND
Chapter 14 Specifications

Physical Characteristics

EdgeIron 2402CF and EdgeIron 4802CF
Ports 24 or 48 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, with auto-negotiation EdgeIron 2402CF: Two slots for optional media converters (100BASE-FX, 1000BASE-T, or 1000BASE-T/SFP) EdgeIron 4802CF: Two 10/100/1000BASE-T shared with two SFP slots Network Interface 10BASE-T: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Categories 3, 4, 5) 100BASE-TX: RJ-45 (100-ohm, UTP cable; Category 5) Ports 1-24 or 1-48: RJ-45 connector, auto MDI/MDI-X 1000BASE-T: RJ-45 (100-ohm Category 5, 5e or 6 UTP or STP cable) EdgeIron 2402CF: Ports M1-M2: media expansion card, auto MDI/MDI-X EdgeIron 4802CF: Ports 49-50: RJ-45 connector, auto MDI/MDI-X System Memory 8 Mbytes Flash memory 32 Mbytes DRAM Buffer Architecture EdgeIron 24GA: 32 Mbytes per system EdgeIron 48G: 64 Mbytes per system Switching Database 8191 MAC address entries LEDs System: Power, Diag. Port: Link/Act. Weight EdgeIron 2402CF: 3.08 kg (6.9 lbs) EdgeIron 4802CF: 4.36 kg (9.45 lbs) Size EdgeIron 2402CF: 44.0 x 32.4 x 4.3 cm (17.37 x 12.8 x 1.7 in.) EdgeIron 4802CF: 44.0 x 35.4 x 4.3 cm (17.37 x 13.9 x 1.7 in.)

Glossary-Foundry Networks, Inc. November 2004
IEEE 802.3z Defines CSMA/CD access method and physical layer specifications for 1000BASE Gigabit Ethernet. LAN Segment Separate LAN or collision domain. LED Light emitting diode used for monitoring a device or network condition. Local Area Network A group of interconnected computers and support devices. Media Access Control (MAC) A portion of the networking protocol that governs access to the transmission medium, facilitating the exchange of data between network nodes. MIB An acronym for Management Information Base. It is a set of database objects that contains information about the device. Modal Bandwidth Bandwidth for multimode fiber is referred to as modal bandwidth because it varies with the modal field (or core diameter) of the fiber. Modal bandwidth is specified in units of MHz per km, which indicates the amount of bandwidth supported by the fiber for a one km distance. Network Diameter Wire distance between two end stations in the same collision domain. Redundant Power Supply (RPS) A backup power supply unit that automatically takes over in case the primary power supply should fail. RJ-45 Connector A connector for twisted-pair wiring. Switched Ports Ports that are on separate collision domains or LAN segments. TIA Telecommunications Industry Association Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Protocol suite that includes TCP as the primary transport protocol, and IP as the network layer protocol. UTP Unshielded twisted-pair cable.

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Virtual LAN (VLAN) A Virtual LAN is a collection of network nodes that share the same collision domain regardless of their physical location or connection point in the network. A VLAN serves as a logical workgroup with no physical barriers, allowing users to share information and resources as though located on the same LAN.

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Numerics
10 Mbps connectivity rules 7-Mbps connectivity rules 7-7 1000BASE-LHA fiber cable lengths 7-7, 7-8 1000BASE-LX fiber cable lengths 7-7 1000BASE-SX fiber cable lengths 7-7 100BASE cable lengths 7-8 100BASE-TX ports 2-5, 3-5, 4-5, 5-4 10BASE cable lengths 7-8 10BASE-T ports 2-5, 3-5, 4-5, 5-4
10 Mbps 7-Mbps 7-7 console port 2-5, 3-5, 4-5, 5-4 pin assignments 11-1, 13-4 contents of package 6-2, 9-1 cooling problems 12-2 cord sets, international 8-5, 9-9
DC input 3-8, 3-9, 4-8, 5-6 desktop mounting 8-4, 9-4 device connections 10-1
adhesive feet, attaching 8-4, 9-4 air flow requirements 8-1, 9-1 applications 7-2 central wiring closet 7-3 collapsed backbone 7-2 remote connections with fiber 7-4 VLAN connections 7-6
electrical interference, avoiding 8-1, 9-1 equipment checklist 6-2, 9-1 Ethernet connectivity rules 7-8
features 14-7 management 2-9, 3-10, 4-11, 5-7 switch 2-9, 3-9, 4-9, 4-10, 5-6 fiber cables 10-3 flow control, IEEE 802.3x 2-5, 3-5, 4-5 front panel of switch 2-1, 3-1, 3-2, 4-1, 4-2, 5-1, 6-2 full duplex connectivity 7-1