Switch Installation

Read the topics and perform the procedures in this order:

blank.gifWarnings

blank.gifInstallation Guidelines

blank.gifVerifying Switch Operation

blank.gifInstalling the Switch

blank.gifInstalling and Removing SFP Modules

blank.gifReplacing the SD Flash Memory Card

blank.gifConnecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports

blank.gifWhere to Go Next

Warnings

These warnings are translated into several languages in the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco IE 5000 Switch document that ships on the documentation CD.

These warning statements apply to all the switches:

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: Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its 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: This equipment must be grounded. Never defeat the ground conductor or operate the equipment in the absence of a suitably installed ground conductor. Contact the appropriate electrical inspection authority or an electrician if you are uncertain that suitable grounding is available. Statement 1024

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:
140°F (60°C) Statement 1047

Note: Operating temperatures exceeding 60C are not covered by the product safety certifications and approvals. However, the switch can function in the installations under the environmental conditions listed Switch Specifications.

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

Note: For U.S. installations, refer to national electrical code ANSI/NFPA 70.

Warning: To prevent airflow restriction, allow clearance around the ventilation openings to be at least:
1.75 in. (4.4 cm). Statement 1076

Warning: Avoid using or servicing any equipment that has outdoor connections during an electrical storm. There may be a risk of electric shock from lightning. Statement 1088

Installation Guidelines

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

blank.gifCabling is away from sources of electrical noise, such as radios, power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures. Make sure that the cabling is away from other devices that might damage the cables.

blank.gifOperating environment is within the ranges listed in Technical Specifications.

blank.gifRelative humidity around the switch does not exceed 95 percent (non-condensing).

blank.gifAltitude at the installation site is not higher than 13,800 feet.

blank.gifFor 10/100/1000 fixed ports, cable lengths from the switch to connected devices are not more than 328 feet (100 meters).

blank.gifFor more information about SFP/SFP+ modules and cables, see Transceiver Modules.

blank.gifAirflow around the switch and through the vents is unrestricted. To prevent overheating, the switch must meet the minimum clearance of 1.75 in. (4.4 cm) at the top and bottom.

Note: If the switch is installed in a closed or multirack assembly, the temperature around it might be greater than normal room temperature. Ensure that the internal temperature does not exceed the maximum ambient temperature specifications for the switch.

Verifying Switch Operation

Before installing the switch in a rack or on a wall, you should power the switch and verify that the switch passes the power-on self-test (POST).

To wire the switch to the power source, see Power-Supply Module Installation.

When the switch begins POST, the SYS LED blinks green, and the other LEDs stay green. When the switch passes POST, the SYS LED turns green. The other LEDs turn off and return to their operating status. If the switch fails POST, the SYS LED is amber.

Note: Contact Cisco Systems immediately if your switch fails POST.

After a successful POST, disconnect the power from the switch. For more information, see Wiring the Power Source. See the Installing the Switch to install the switch in a rack or on a wall.

Installing the Switch

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blank.gifWall-Mounting

Rack-Mounting

To rack-mount the switch, select the rack size and follow the steps in these sections:

blank.gifAttaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

blank.gifAttaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

blank.gifAttaching Brackets for 23-Inch Racks

blank.gifAttaching Brackets for ETSI Racks

blank.gifRack-Mounting the Switch

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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:

blank.gif This unit should be mounted at the bottom of the rack if it is the only unit in the rack.

blank.gif 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.

blank.gif If the rack is provided with stabilizing devices, install the stabilizers before mounting or servicing the unit in the rack. Statement 1006

Warning: For mounting railway-application equipment and for EN50155 standard compliance, the switch must be installed only in a rack mid-mounting position. If you install the switch in a front rack-mounting (cable side or power supply side) position or in a wall-mounting position, a mechanical failure can occur that results in the switch becoming detached from the rack. Statement 403

Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks

The following illustrations show how to attach brackets to the switches.

Figure 7 Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks (Front bracket)

 

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Figure 8 Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks (Mid Mount)

 

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Figure 9 Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks (Rear Mount)

 

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Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

Before installing the mounting brackets, you need to install the rubber plugs in the unused mounting holes. Figure 10 shows a close-up of the rubber plug. You can install the rubber plugs in the holes as shown in Figure 11.

Figure 10 Inserting the Rubber Plug

 

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Rubber plug

3

Screwdriver

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Switch

 

 

1.blank.gif Identify your bracket mounting position. See Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks.

2.blank.gif Insert the rubber plugs in the appropriate holes on both sides of the switch. See Figure 11.

3.blank.gif Use a screwdriver or pen to completely push in the rubber plugs. See Figure 10.

4.blank.gif Install the brackets on both sides of the switch. See Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks and Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks for IP-30 Compliance (Optional).

 

Figure 11 Plug locations by position

 

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Rubber plug

3

Mid-mounting position

2

Rear-mounting position

4

Front-mounting position

Note: For IP-30 compliance: If you use 23-inch brackets or ETSI brackets, you can insert the rubber plugs in the same holes as shown in Figure 11 before installing the brackets.

Attaching Brackets for 23-Inch Racks

If 23-inch brackets (RM-RGD-23IN=) are required, follow steps in Figure 12 for installation.

Note: 23-inch and ETSI brackets should not be used in high vibration environments, including any railway application (EN50155).

Note: For IP-30 compliance: If you use 23-inch brackets or ETSI brackets, you can insert the rubber plugs in the same holes as shown in Figure 11 before installing the brackets.

Figure 12 Attaching 23-Inch Brackets

 

 

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Note: For IP-30 compliance: If you use 23-inch brackets, you can insert the rubber plugs in the same holes as shown in Figure 11 before installing the brackets.

Attaching Brackets for ETSI Racks

Figure 13 Attaching Brackets (RM-RGD-ETSI=) for ETSI Racks

 

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Phillips flat-head screws

3

Power-supply-side mounting position

2

Cable-side-mounting position

 

 

Note: 23-inch and ETSI brackets should not be used in high vibration environments, including any railway application (EN50155).

Note: For IP-30 compliance: If you use ETSI brackets, you can insert the rubber plugs in the same holes as shown in Figure 11 before installing the brackets.

Rack-Mounting the Switch

After you attach the brackets on the switch, attach the brackets to the rack. See Figure 14.

Figure 14 Rack-Mounting

 

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Mid-mounting position

After the switch is mounted in the rack:

1.blank.gif Wire the switch to a power source. See Wiring the Power Source.

2.blank.gif Connect the ports. See Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports.

3.blank.gif Attach the cable guide to prevent the cables from obscuring the LED panels on the devices in the rack. Use the supplied black screw to attach the cable guide to the left or right bracket.

For configuration instructions about the CLI setup program, go to Configuring the Switch with the CLI Setup Program.

Wall-Mounting

To wall-mount the switch, follow the steps in these sections:

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blank.gifAttaching Brackets for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

blank.gifWall-Mounting the Switch

Warning: Read the wall-mounting instructions carefully before beginning installation. Failure to use the correct hardware or to follow the correct procedures could result in a hazardous situation to people and damage to the system. Statement 378

Warning: For mounting railway-application equipment and for EN50155 standard compliance, the switch must be installed only in a rack mid-mounting position. If you install the switch in a front rack-mounting (cable side or power supply side) position or in a wall-mounting position, a mechanical failure can occur that results in the switch becoming detached from the rack. Statement 403

If the switch is wall-mounted in an enclosure, follow these minimum clearances:

blank.gifSides of switch (facing up and facing down): 3.75 in. (9.52 cm)

blank.gifPort side 3.0 in. (7.62 cm)

blank.gifPower supply side: 5.25 in. (13.33 cm)

blank.gifCover side (not facing wall): 1.75 in. (4.44 cm)

blank.gifBase side (facing wall): 0 in. (0 cm)

Attaching Brackets

Figure 15 Attaching 19-inch Rack Brackets

 

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Phillips truss-head screws

Attaching Brackets for IP-30 Compliance (Optional)

1.blank.gif Insert the rubber plugs in the appropriate holes on both sides of the switch. See Figure 10.

2.blank.gif Use a screwdriver or pen to completely push in the rubber plugs. See Figure 10.

3.blank.gif Install the brackets on both sides of the switch. See Attaching Brackets for 19-Inch Racks.

Wall-Mounting the Switch

For the best support of the switch and cables, ensure that the switch is attached securely to wall studs or to a firmly attached plywood mounting backboard.

Orientation should exactly match the figure below, with power terminal down, the LEDs up, and the venting and Cisco Logo facing away from the wall. See Figure 16 and After the Switch is Mounted on the Wall.

Figure 16 Wall-Mounting the Cisco IE-5000

 

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User-supplied screws

After the Switch is Mounted on the Wall

blank.gifWire the switch to a power source. See Wiring the Power Source.

blank.gifFor configuration instructions about using the CLI setup program, go to Configuring the Switch with the CLI Setup Program.

blank.gifConnect the switch ports. See the Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports.

Installing and Removing SFP Modules

This section presents procedures to install and remove fiber-optic and 1000BASE-T SFP transceiver modules.

Note: The 10G Uplink SFP+ slots support up to 4 W of total SFP power. Most SFP modules draw 1 W or less and allow all 4 SFP+ Uplinks to be used. When installing higher power modules, ensure the total rated power draw remains below 4 W. When installing modules that draw higher than 1 W, leave at least one empty slot between them.

Note: Some 10G SFP+ modules are not rated to work at very low temperatures. To permit such modules to operate in cold environments, the IE5000 system has a heater on the 4 Uplink SFP slots.

Installing SFP Modules

These sections describe how to install and remove SFP modules. SFP modules are inserted into SFP module slots on the front of the switch. Field-replaceable SFP modules provide the uplink interfaces, send (TX) and receive (RX).

You can use any combination of rugged SFP modules. Each SFP module must be of the same type as the SFP module on the other end of the cable, and the cable must not exceed the stipulated cable length for reliable communications.

For more information about SFP modules, see Cisco Transceiver Modules.

Caution: Depending on the SFP module you use, the operating temperature limits may be effected. Choose an SFP module appropriate to the installed environment.

Caution: To prevent electrostatic-discharge (ESD) damage, follow standard board and component handling procedures.

Warning: Do not insert and remove SFP modules while power is on; an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. Statement 1087

Note: Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert any module more often than is absolutely necessary.

Caution: Do not install or remove the LC SFP module with fiber-optic cables attached because of potential damage to the cables, the cable connector, or the optical interfaces in the SFP module. Disconnect all cables before removing or installing an SFP module.

Removing and installing an SFP module can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert SFP modules more often than is absolutely necessary.

Installing Fiber Optic SFP Modules

Warning: Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

To install and cable an optical SFP transceiver uplink port:

1.blank.gif Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to a bare metal surface.

2.blank.gif Find the send (TX) and receive (RX) markings on the module top.

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

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

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

5.blank.gif If the module has a bale-clasp latch, close it.

6.blank.gif For fiber-optic SFP modules, remove the dust plugs and save.

7.blank.gif Connect the SFP cables.

Figure 17 Installing an SFP Module

 

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

 

Installing 100/1000BASE-T SFP Modules

Table 9 100/1000BASE-T SFP Modules

Model Number

Downlink Support

Uplink Support

 
GLC-T

10/100/1000

1000 Base-T Only

GLC-FE-T-I

10/100 Support expected in future Software release

Not Supported

The 100/1000BASE-T (copper) SFP transceiver, see Figure 18, has a bale-clasp locking mechanism that secures the transceiver in the module socket. The SFP network interface is an RJ-45 connector.

Figure 18 1000BASE-T SFP Transceiver

 

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RJ-45 connector

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Bale-clasp latching mechanism in the open (unlocked) position.

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Bale-clasp latching mechanism in the closed (locked) position.

 

 

Caution: To comply with GR-1089 intrabuilding lightning immunity requirements, you must use grounded, shielded, twisted-pair, CAT5 cabling.

Note: When connecting to a 100/1000BASE-T-compatible server, workstation, or router, use four twisted-pair, straight-through CAT5 cabling for the SFP transceiver port. When connecting to a 100/1000BASE-T-compatible switch or repeater, use four twisted-pair, crossover CAT5 cabling.

To install a 100/1000BASE-T SFP transceiver:

1.blank.gif Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to the ESD ground connector on the chassis or to a properly grounded bare metal surface.

Caution: To avoid ESD damage, handle the SFP by its sides; do not touch the connector pins.

2.blank.gif Remove the SFP module from its protective packaging.

3.blank.gif Check the markings on the SFP transceiver to verify that you have the correct model for your network.

4.blank.gif Position the SFP transceiver in front of the port socket opening.

Note: Different Cisco devices have different SFP transceiver socket configurations. Your Cisco device might require that the SFP transceiver be installed with the bale-clasp either in a latch-up or a latch-down orientation. Verify that you have the SFP transceiver oriented correctly when you position it in front of the port socket.

5.blank.gif With the bale-clasp closed (locked), slide the SFP transceiver into the socket until you feel it snap in place in the socket. You may hear an audible click as the SFP transceiver latch engages in the socket (Figure 17).

6.blank.gif Connect the network interface cable RJ-45 plug to the SFP RJ-45 connector.

7.blank.gif Observe the port status LED:

blank.gifGreen indicates that the SFP transceiver and the target device established a link.

blank.gifAmber indicates that the port is discovering the network topology and searching for loops. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then the LED turns green.

blank.gifOff indicates that the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might be a problem with the adapter installed in the target device. Refer to Troubleshooting for solutions to cabling problems.

 

Connecting to SFP Modules

This section describes how to connect to a fiber-optic or 1000BASE-T SFP port. For instructions on how to install or remove an SFP module, see Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports.

Warning: Class 1 laser product. Statement 1008

Warning: Do not connect or disconnect cables to the ports while power is applied to the switch or any device on the network because an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed from the switch and cannot be accidentally be turned on, or verify that the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. Statement 1070

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

Before connecting to the SFP module, be sure that you understand the port and cabling guidelines in Installing and Removing SFP Modules. See Cable and Connectors for information about the LC on the SFP module.

Caution: To prevent ESD damage, follow standard board and component handling procedures.

Connecting to a Fiber Optic SFP Module

To connect a fiber-optic cable to an SFP module:

1.blank.gif Remove the rubber plugs from the module port and fiber-optic cable, and store them for future use.

2.blank.gif Insert one end of the fiber-optic cable into the SFP module port.

3.blank.gif Insert the other cable end into a fiber-optic receptacle on a target device.

4.blank.gif Observe the port status LED:

blank.gifThe LED turns green when the switch and the target device have an established link.

blank.gifThe LED turns amber while the STP discovers the network topology and searches for loops. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then the port LED turns green.

blank.gifIf the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might be a problem with the adapter installed in the target device. See Troubleshooting for solutions to cabling problems.

5.blank.gif If necessary, reconfigure and restart the switch or the target device.

 

Connecting to a 1000BASE-T SFP Module

To connect a CAT5 cable to a 1000BASE-T SFP module:

Caution: To prevent ESD damage, follow standard board and component handling procedures.

1.blank.gif When connecting to servers, workstations, and routers, insert a four twisted-pair, straight-through cable in the RJ-45 connector. When connecting to switches or repeaters, insert a four twisted-pair, crossover cable.

Note: When connecting to a 1000BASE-T device, use a four twisted-pair CAT5 cable.

2.blank.gif Insert the other cable end in an RJ-45 connector on a target device.

3.blank.gif Observe the port status LED.

blank.gifThe LED turns green when the switch and the target device have an established link.

blank.gifThe LED turns amber while the STP discovers the network topology and searches for loops. This process takes about 30 seconds, and then the port LED turns green.

blank.gifIf the LED is off, the target device might not be turned on, there might be a cable problem, or there might be problem with the adapter installed in the target device. See Troubleshooting for solutions to cabling problems.

4.blank.gif If necessary, reconfigure and restart the switch or target device.

 

Removing SFP Modules

1.blank.gif Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap to your wrist and to a bare metal surface.

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

3.blank.gif Insert a dust plug into the optical ports of the SFP module.

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

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

6.blank.gif Place the module in an antistatic bag or other protective environment.

Figure 19 Removing a Bale-Clasp Latch SFP Module

 

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Bale clasp

Replacing the SD Flash Memory Card

1.blank.gif Locate the flash memory card slot on the cable-side of the switch.

2.blank.gif Loosen the captive thumb screw. (Be careful not to cross-thread or over-tighten the thumb screw.)

 

3.blank.gif Pull the cover open, and pull the cover tab from the hinge.

4.blank.gif Gently push the flash memory card to eject it. Place it in an anti-static bag to protect it from static discharge.

5.blank.gif Push the replacement card into the slot, and press it firmly in place. The card is keyed so that you cannot insert it the wrong way.

6.blank.gif Place the flash card slot cover tabs into the hinge.

7.blank.gif Close the cover, and hand-tighten the screw.

 

Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports

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

The autonegotiation feature is enabled by default on the switch. At this setting, the switch ports configure themselves to operate at the speed of the attached device. If the device does not support autonegotiation, you can 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. 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 Ethernet port, regardless of the type of connected device.

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

If auto-MDIX is disabled, use the guidelines in Cables and Adapters to select the cable for connecting the Ethernet ports to other devices.

When using PoE/PoE+, those ports have the same autonegotiation settings and cabling requirements as those in the Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports. These ports provide PoE power.

See Cable and Connectors for information on the cables and connectors.

The ports provide PoE/PoE+ support for devices compliant with IEEE 802.3af/at and also provide Cisco prestandard PoE/PoE+ support for Cisco IP Phones and Cisco Aironet Access Points.

On a per-port basis, you can control whether or not a port automatically provides power to a connected IP phone or an access point.

To access an advanced PoE planning tool, use the Cisco Power Calculator on Cisco.com:

http://tools.cisco.com/cpc/launch.jsp

You can use this application to calculate the power supply requirements for a specific PoE/PoE+ configuration. The results show output current, output power, and heat dissipation.

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

Caution: Category 5e and Category 6 cables can store high levels of static electricity. Always ground the cables to a suitable and safe earth ground before connecting them to the switch or other devices.

 

Where to Go Next

You can use the default configuration or use any of the management options described in the Management Options to change the switch settings.