Catalyst 3650 Switch Hardware Installation Guide

Safety Warnings

This section includes the basic installation caution and warning statements. Translations of the warning statements appear in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Catalyst 3650 Switch at http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/switches/lan/catalyst3650/hardware/regulatory/compliance/cat3650_rcsi.html. Read this section before you start the installation procedure.

Warning Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces, and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns or weld the metal object to the terminals. Statement 43

Warning Do not stack the chassis on any other equipment. If the chassis falls, it can cause severe bodily injury and equipment damage. Statement 48

Warning Ethernet cables must be shielded when used in a central office environment. Statement 171

Warning Voice over IP (VoIP) service and the emergency calling service do not function if power fails or is disrupted. After power is restored, you might have to reset or reconfigure equipment to regain access to VoIP and the emergency calling service. In the USA, this emergency number is 911. You need to be aware of the emergency number in your country. Statement 361

Warning Attach only the following Cisco external power system to the switch: PWR-RPS2300. Statement 387

Warning Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Statement 1001

Warning Read the installation instructions before connecting the system to the power source. Statement 1004

Warning This unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security. Statement 1017

Warning The plug-socket combination must be accessible at all times, because it serves as the main disconnecting device. Statement 1019

Warning Use copper conductors only. Statement 1025

Warning This unit might have more than one power supply connection. All connections must be removed to de-energize the unit. Statement 1028

Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Statement 1030

Warning Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Statement 1040

Warning For connections outside the building where the equipment is installed, the following ports must be connected through an approved network termination unit with integral circuit protection: 10/100/1000 Ethernet. Statement 1044

Warning To prevent the system from overheating, do not operate it in an area that exceeds the maximum recommended ambient temperature of:
113°F (45°C) Statement 1047

Warning No user-serviceable parts inside. Do not open. Statement 1073

Warning Installation of the equipment must comply with local and national electrical codes. Statement 1074

Warning To prevent airflow restriction, allow clearance around the ventilation openings to be at least:
3 in. (7.6 cm) Statement 1076

Caution To comply with the Telcordia GR-1089 Network Equipment Building Systems (NEBS) standard for electromagnetic compatibility and safety, connect the Ethernet cables only to intrabuilding or nonexposed wiring or cabling.

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Caution To comply with the Telcordia GR-1089 NEBS standard, PoE or non-PoE 10/100/1000 Ethernet port cables that exit from either the left or right side of the switch should be routed and tied to the nearest rack metal.

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Note The grounding architecture of this product is DC-isolated (DC-I).

Installation Guidelines

Before installing the switch, verify that these guidelines are met.

• For the clearance to the front and rear panels, make sure that:

– Front-panel indicators can be easily read.

– Clearance is at least 4.4 in. (11.1 cm) from the switch’s rear panel.

– Access to ports is sufficient for unrestricted cabling.

– AC power cord can reach from the AC power outlet to the connector on the switch’s rear panel.

– The SFP or SFP+ module minimum bend radius and connector length are met. See the corresponding SFP or SFP+ module documentation for more information.

– Access to the rear of the rack is sufficient for connecting the optional Cisco RPS 2300 module.

• For switches with the optional 1025-W power supply module (PWR-C2-1025WAC) or the 1100-W power supply module (PWR-C1-1100WAC), rack-mount the switch before installing the power supply module.
• Ensure that the power supply modules and fan modules are securely inserted in the chassis before moving the switch.
• When connecting or disconnecting the power cord on a switch that is installed above or below a 1025 W or 1100 W power supply-equipped switch, you might have to remove the module from the switch to access the power cord.
• Cabling is away from sources of electrical noise, such as radios, power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures. Make sure that cabling is safely away from other devices that might damage the cables.
• For copper connections on Ethernet ports, cable lengths from the switch to connected devices can be up to 328 feet (100 meters).
• Each port must match the wave-length specifications on the other end of the cable, and the cable must not exceed the maximum cable length.
• Operating environment is within the correct ranges.
• Airflow around the switch and through the vents is unrestricted.
• Temperature around the unit does not exceed 113°F (45°C). If the switch is installed in a closed or multirack assembly, the temperature around it might be greater than normal room temperature.
• Cisco Ethernet switches are equipped with cooling mechanisms, such as fans and blowers. However, these fans and blowers can draw dust and other particles, causing contaminant build-up inside the chassis, which can result in system malfunction. You must install this equipment in an environment that is as free from dust and foreign conductive material (such as metal flakes from construction activities), as is possible.
• The following standards provide guidelines for acceptable working environments and acceptable levels of suspended particulate matter:

– Network Equipment Building Systems (NEBS) GR-63-CORE (only with the DC power supply)

– National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Type 1

– International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) IP-20

Tools and Equipment

Obtain these necessary tools and equipment:

• A number-2 Phillips screwdriver to rack-mount the switch.
• A Torx T15 screwdriver, or the Torx T15 key that ships with StackWise upgrade kits, to install the StackWise adapter.

Verifying Switch Operation

Before you install the switch in a rack, or on a table or shelf, you should power on the switch and verify that the switch passes POST. For the steps that should be performed to connect a PC to the switch and to run the Express Setup, see the “Running Express Setup” section in the Catalyst 3650 Switch Getting Started Guide at http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/switches/lan/catalyst3650/hardware/quick/guide/cat3650_gsg.html.

Note When you connect the RPS to the switch, put the RPS in standby mode. Set the RPS to active mode during normal operation.

Warning Attach only the following Cisco external power system to the switch: PWR-RPS2300. Statement 387

Powering Off the Switch

After a successful POST, disconnect the power cord from the switch. Install the switch in a rack, on a table, or on a shelf, as described in “Installing the Switch,” section.

Switch Stacking Guidelines

For general concepts and management procedures for switch stacks, see the Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches Software Configuration Guides at http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/support/switches/catalyst-3650-series-switches/products-installation-and-configuration-guides-list.html.

A StackWise adapter must be installed in the stacking port to enable stacking. The StackWise cable connects to the StackWise adapter in the stacking port. For switches ordered with stacking, the StackWise adapters are preinstalled. If the switch is not ordered with stacking, the adapters must be ordered separately and installed.

Before connecting the switches in a stack, observe these stacking guidelines:

• Size of the switch and any optional power supply module. The 1025-W and 1100-W power supply modules are longer than the other modules. Stacking switches with the same power supply modules makes it easier to cable the switches.
• Length of the StackWise cable. Depending on the configurations that you have, you might need different-sized StackWise cables. If you do not specify the length of the StackWise cable, the 0.5-meter cable is supplied. If you need the 1-meter cable or the 3-meter cable, you can order it from your Cisco supplier. The “Data Stack Cabling Configurations” section provides examples of recommended configurations.
• Minimum bend radius and coiled diameter for StackWise cables. We recommend a minimum bend radius and coiled diameter for each StackWise cable.
• Data stacks can be created with up to nine switches in a stack.

Note You cannot have a switch stack containing a mix of Catalyst 3650 and Catalyst 3850 switches.

Data Stack Cabling Configurations

Figure 2-1 is an example of a recommended configuration that uses the supplied 0.5-meter StackWise cable. In this example, the switches are stacked in a vertical rack or on a table. This configuration provides redundant connections.

The configuration example (Figure 2-1) uses the supplied 0.5-meter StackWise cable. The example shows the full-ring configuration that provides redundant connections.

Figure 2-1 Data Stacking the Catalyst 3650 Switches in a Rack or on a Table Using the 0.5-meter StackWise Cables

Figure 2-2 shows a recommended configuration when the switches are mounted side-by-side. Use the 1-meter and the 3-meter StackWise cables to connect the switches. This configuration provides redundant connections.

Figure 2-2 Data Stacking up to Four Switches in a Side-by-Side Mounting

Data Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning Examples

This section provides examples of data stack bandwidth and possible data stack partitioning.

Figure 2-3 shows a data stack of Catalyst 3650 switches that provides full bandwidth and redundant StackWise cable connections.

Figure 2-3 Example of a Data Stack with Full Bandwidth Connections

Figure 2-4 shows an example of a stack of Catalyst 3650 switches with incomplete StackWise cabling connections. This stack provides only half bandwidth and does not have redundant connections.

Figure 2-4 Example of a Data Stack with Half Bandwidth Connections

Figure 2-5 and Figure 2-6 show data stacks of Catalyst 3650 switches with failover conditions. In Figure 2-5, the StackWise cable is bad in link 2. Therefore, this stack provides only half bandwidth and does not have redundant connections. In Figure 2-6, link 2 is bad. Therefore, this stack partitions into two stacks, and the top and bottom switches become the active switches in the stack. If the bottom switch is a member (not the active or standby switch), it reloads.

Figure 2-5 Example of a Data Stack with a Failover Condition

Figure 2-6 Example of a Partitioned Data Stack with a Failover Condition

Power-On Sequence for Switch Data Stacks

Consider these guidelines before you power on the switches in a stack:

• The sequence in which the switches are first powered on might affect the choice of switch that becomes the active switch and the standby switch.
• There are two ways to elect an active switch:

– If you want a particular switch to become the active switch, configure it with the highest priority. Among switches with same priority, the switch with the lowest MAC address becomes the active switch.

– If you want a particular switch to become the active switch, power on that switch first. This switch remains the active switch until a re-election is required. After 2 minutes, power on the other switches in the stack. If you have no preference as to which switch becomes the active switch, power on all the switches in the stack within 1 minute. These switches participate in the active switch election. Switches powered on after 2 minutes do not participate in the election.

If changes are made to the stack without powering down the switches, the following results might occur:

• If two operating partial-ring stacks are connected together using a stack cable, a stack merge might occur. This situation reloads the whole stack (all the switches in the stack).
• If some switches in the stack are completely separated from the stack, a stack split might occur.
• A stack split might occur on a full-ring stack if:

– More than one running switch is removed without powering down.

– More than one stack cable is removed without powering down.

• A stack split might occur in a partial-ring stack if:

– A switch is removed without powering down.

– A stack cable is removed without powering down.

• In a split stack, depending on where the active and standby switches are located, either two stacks might be formed (with the standby taking over as the new active switch in the newly formed stack), or all the members in the newly formed stack might reload.

Note These results depend on how the switches are connected. You can remove two or more switches from the stack without splitting the stack.

For conditions that may cause a stack re-election or to manually elect the active switch, see the switch’s software configuration guide at:

http://www.cisco.com/go/cat3650_docs

Changes to Switch Stack Membership

If you replace a stack member with an identical model, the new switch functions with exactly the same configuration as the replaced switch, assuming that the new switch (referred to as the provisioned switch) is using the same member number as the replaced switch.

The operation of the switch stack continues uninterrupted during membership changes unless you remove the active switch or you add powered-on standalone switches or switch stacks.

Note A switch stack always has one active switch and one standby switch. The active switch contains the saved and running configuration files for the switch stack. If the active switch becomes unavailable, the standby switch assumes the role of the active switch, and continues to the keep the stack operational.

For powered-on switches:

• Adding powered-on switches (merging) causes all the switches to reload and elect a new active switch from among themselves. The newly elected active switch retains its role and configuration. All the other switches change their stack member numbers to the lowest available numbers and use the stack configuration of the newly elected active switch.
• Removing powered-on stack members causes the switch stack to divide (partition) into two or more switch stacks, each with the same configuration. This can cause an IP address configuration conflict in your network. If you want the switch stacks to remain separate, change the IP address or addresses of the newly created switch stacks.

If a newly created switch stack does not have an active switch or standby switch, the switch stack will reload and elect a new active switch.

Note Make sure that you power off the switches that you add to or remove from the switch stack.

After adding or removing stack members, make sure that the switch stack is operating at full bandwidth. Press the Mode button on a stack member until the Stack mode LED is on. The last two right port LEDs on all the switches in the stack should be green. Depending on the switch model, the last two right ports are 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports or small form-factor pluggable (SFP) module ports (10/100/1000 ports). If one or both of these LEDs are not green on any of the switches, the stack is not operating at full bandwidth.

If you remove the powered-on members but do not want to partition the stack:

• Power off the switches in the newly created switch stacks.
• Reconnect them to the original switch stack through their stack ports.
• Power on the switches.

Rack-Mounting a Switch

To install the switch in a 19-inch rack, follow the instructions described in this section.

Warning

To prevent bodily injury when mounting or servicing this unit in a rack, you must take special precautions to ensure that the system remains stable. The following guidelines are provided to ensure your safety: This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack. When mounting this unit in a partially filled rack, load the rack from the bottom to the top with the heaviest component at the bottom of the rack. If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack. Statement 1006

The 19-inch brackets are included with the switch. Installing the switch in other rack types requires an optional bracket kit that is not included with the switch. Figure 2-7 shows the mounting brackets and part numbers.

Figure 2-7 Rack-Mounting Brackets

Attaching the Rack-Mount Brackets

To install the switch in a rack, use four No. 8 Phillips flat-head screws to attach the long side of the brackets to the switch for the front-mounting or rear-mounting positions (Figure 2-8). Use four screws to attach the brackets for the front-mounting position.

Figure 2-8 Attaching Brackets for 19-inch Racks

Figure 2-9 Attaching Brackets for Catalyst 3650-24PDM and Catalyst 3650-48FQM Switches

Mounting the Switch in a Rack

After the brackets are attached to the switch, use the supplied Phillips machine screws to attach the brackets to the rack (Figure 2-10). Use the black Phillips machine screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket.

Figure 2-10 Mounting the Switch on a Rack

After you complete the switch installation, see the “After Installing the Switch” section for more information about switch configuration.

Table-Mounting or Shelf-Mounting

To install the switch on a table or shelf, locate the adhesive strip with the rubber feet in the mounting-kit envelope. Attach the four rubber feet to the recessed areas at the bottom of the chassis (see Figure 2-11).

Figure 2-11 Attaching the Adhesive Pads for Table-Mounting or Shelf-Mounting

After you complete the switch installation, see the “After Installing the Switch” section for more information about the switch configuration.

After Installing the Switch

After the switch is installed, you can configure the switch using various options.

• Configure the switch by running the Express Setup to enter the initial switch configuration. For instructions, see the Catalyst 3650 Switch Getting Started Guide at http://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/switches/lan/catalyst3650/hardware/quick/guide/cat3650_gsg.html.
• Use the CLI setup program to enter the initial switch configuration.
• Connect to the front-panel ports. See the “Connecting a Device to an Ethernet Port” section.

Installing an SFP and SFP+ Module

Warning Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Note ● Do not remove the dust plugs from the SFP modules or the rubber caps from the fiber-optic cable until you are ready to connect the cable. The plugs and caps protect the module ports and cables from contamination and ambient light.

• Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert any SFP module more often than is necessary.
• To prevent ESD damage, follow your normal board and component handling procedures when connecting cables to the switch and other devices.
• Use only supported SFP modules on the switch.
• When you insert several SFPs in multiple switch ports, wait for 5 seconds between inserting each SFP. This will prevent the ports from going into error disabled mode. Similarly, when you remove an SFP from a port, wait for 5 seconds before reinserting it.

To install an SFP or SFP+ module, follow the procedures given below:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to an earth-ground surface.

Step 2 Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings that identify the top of the SFP module.

On some SFP modules, the send and receive (TX and RX) markings might be indicated by arrows that show the direction of the connection.

Step 3 If the SFP module has a bale-clasp latch, move it to the open, unlocked position.

Step 4 Align the module in front of the slot opening, and push until you feel the connector snap into place.

Figure 2-15 Aligning the Module in Front of the Slot Opening

Step 5 If the module has a bale-clasp latch, close it to lock the SFP module in place.

Step 6 Remove the SFP dust plugs.

Step 7 Connect the SFP cables.

Figure 2-16 Connecting an SFP Cable to an SFP Module Installed in an Uplink Port

Removing an SFP or SFP+ Module

To remove an SFP or SFP+ module, follow the procedures given below:

Step 1 Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to an earth ground surface.

Step 2 Disconnect the cable from the SFP module. For reattachment, note which cable connector plug is send (TX) and which is receive (RX).

Step 3 Insert a dust plug into the optical ports of the SFP module to keep the optical interfaces clean.

Step 4 If the module has a bale-clasp latch, pull the bale out and down to eject the module. If you cannot use your finger to open the latch, use a small, flat-blade screwdriver or other long, narrow instrument to open it.

Step 5 Grasp the SFP module, and carefully remove it from the slot.

Step 6 Place the SFP module in an antistatic bag or other protective environment.

10/100/1000 Ethernet Port Connections

The 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports use RJ-45 connectors with Ethernet pinouts. The maximum cable length is 328 feet (100 meters). The 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T traffic requires a Category 5, Category 5e, or Category 6 UTP cable. The 10BASE-T traffic can use a Category 3 or Category 4 cable.

The autonegotiation feature is enabled by default on the switch. In this setting, the switch ports configure themselves to operate at the speed of the attached device. If the attached device does not support autonegotiation, you can explicitly set the switch port speed and duplex parameters. To maximize performance, either let the ports autonegotiate both speed and duplex, or set the port speed and duplex parameters on both ends of the connection.

For simplified cabling, the automatic medium-dependent interface crossover (auto-MDIX) feature is enabled by default on the switch. With auto-MDIX enabled, the switch detects the required cable type for copper Ethernet connections and configures the interface accordingly. Therefore, you can use either a crossover or a straight-through cable for connections to a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port regardless of the type of device at the other end of the connection.

See the switch’s software configuration guide or the switch command reference document on Cisco.com for more information about enabling or disabling autonegotiation and auto-MDIX.

If auto-MDIX is disabled, use the guidelines in Table 2-1 to select the correct cable for connecting the switch 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports to other devices.

100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet Port Connections

The 100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet ports use RJ45 connectors with Ethernet pinouts. These ports do not support 10 Mbps speed. The 100 Mbps and 1 Gbps traffic require a Category 5/5e/6 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable at a maximum cable length of 100 m. The 2.5 Gbps traffic requires a Category 5e/6/6a UTP cable at a maximum cable length of 100 m. The 5 Gbps traffic requires a Category 5e UTP cable at a maximum cable length of 70 m and a Category 6/6a UTP cable at a maximum cable length of 100 m. The 10 Gbps traffic requires a Category 6 UTP cable at maximum cable length of 55 m and a Category 6a UTP cable at maximum cable length of 100 m.

PoE+ Port and Cisco UPOE Connections

The 10/100/1000 PoE+ and Cisco UPOE ports have the same autonegotiation settings and cabling requirements that are described in the “10/100/1000 Ethernet Port Connections” section. These ports can provide PoE or PoE+ inline power.

PoE inline power supports devices compliant with the IEEE 802.3af standard, as well as prestandard Cisco IP phones and Cisco Aironet Access Points. Each port can deliver up to 15.4 W of PoE.

PoE+ inline power supports devices that are compliant with the IEEE 802.3at standard, by delivering up to 30 W of PoE+ power per port to all the switch ports.

Cisco UPOE ports provide up to 60 W power per port for connected devices.

Note Many legacy-powered devices, including older Cisco IP phones and access points that do not fully support IEEE 802.3af, might not support PoE when connected to the switches by a crossover cable.

Caution PoE faults are caused when noncompliant cabling or powered devices are connected to a PoE port. Use only standards-compliant cabling to connect Cisco prestandard IP phones, wireless access points, or IEEE 802.3af-compliant devices to PoE ports. A cable or device that causes a PoE fault must be removed from the network.

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Warning Voice over IP (VoIP) service and the emergency calling service do not function if power fails or is disrupted. After power is restored, you might have to reset or reconfigure equipment to regain access to VoIP and the emergency calling service. In the USA, this emergency number is 911. You need to be aware of the emergency number in your country. Statement 361

Warning Voltages that present a shock hazard may exist on Power over Ethernet (PoE) circuits if interconnections are made using uninsulated exposed metal contacts, conductors, or terminals. Avoid using such interconnection methods, unless the exposed metal parts are located within a restricted access location and users and service people who are authorized within the restricted access location are made aware of the hazard. A restricted access area can be accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key or other means of security. Statement 1072