ProCurve Switch vl Modules

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Installation Guide

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Contents ProCurve Switch vl Modules Descriptions.................................................... 1 Features........................................................ 3 The ProCurve Switch vl Modules have the following features:... 4 Installing the Modules............................................ 5 Overview.................................................... 5 Installing the Module in an Unused Slot.......................... 6 Installation Precautions:................................... 6 Installation Procedures:................................... 6 Installing or Removing the Mini-GBICs.......................... 8 Verifying the Module is Installed Correctly....................... 9 Connecting the Network Cables............................... 10 Verifying the Network Connections Are Working................ 13 Default Port Configuration.................................... 14 Replacing or Removing a Module.................................. 15 Resetting the Switch............................................ 16 Reasons for Resetting the Switch.............................. 16 Methods of Resetting the Switch............................... 16 Troubleshooting................................................ 17 LED Error Indicators:........................................ 17 Diagnostic Tips:............................................. 18 Customer Support Services....................................... 23 Specifications.................................................. 23 Environmental.............................................. 23 Lasers..................................................... 23 Connectors................................................. 24 Twisted-Pair............................................ 24 Fiber-Optic............................................. 24 iii

Cables..................................................... 25 Twisted-Pair Cables...................................... 25 Fiber-Optic Cables....................................... 26 Mode Conditioning Patch Cord for Gigabit-LX...................... 27 Installing the Patch Cord..................................... 28 EMC Regulatory Statements...................................... 29 U.S.A...................................................... 29 Canada.................................................... 29 Australia/New Zealand....................................... 29 Japan...................................................... 29 Korea...................................................... 30 Taiwan.................................................... 30 European Community Declaration of Conformity................ 30 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Statements....... 31 iv

Descriptions ProCurve Switch vl Modules For the ProCurve Series 4200vl Switches Descriptions. The ProCurve Switch vl Modules are components that you can add to a ProCurve vl switch to provide a variety of network connectivity options. The following ProCurve vl switches are available as of this printing: ProCurve Switch 4204vl (J8770A), a chassis with four open slots. ProCurve Switch 4208vl (J8773A), a chassis with eight open slots. ProCurve Switch 4202vl-48G (J8771A), a chassis with 48 fixed 10/100/ 1000-T ports plus two open slots. ProCurve Switch 4202vl-72 (J8772A), a chassis with 72 fixed 10/100-TX ports plus two open slots. The following vl modules are available as of this printing: Module Description ProCurve Switch 10/100-TX vl Module (J8765A) ProCurve 10/100-TX vl Module J8765A 10/100Base-TX Ports all ports are HP A uto MDI-X 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 Link 1 Mode Link Mode 17 19 21 23 Link 2 Mode 4 6 8 10 12 Link 14 Mode 18 20 22 24 16 vl Module 24 twisted-pair ports with RJ-45 connectors for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation over 100-ohm unshielded (UTP) or shielded (STP) twisted-pair cable -- all ports have the HP Auto MDI-X feature. ProCurve Switch Mini-GBIC vl Module (J8776A) ProCurve Mini-GBIC vl Module J8776A! Use only ProCurve Mini-GBICs and SFPs 1 2 3 Link 1 2 3 4 Mode 4 vl Module 4 slots for installing any of the supported ProCurve mini-gbics*. * Supported mini-gbics: The following ProCurve mini-gbics are supported by the mini-gbic vl Module (as of this printing): Gigabit-SX LC mini-gbic (J4858B) Gigabit-LX LC mini-gbic (J4859B) Gigabit-LH LC mini-gbic (J4860B) 1000Base-T mini-gbic (J8177B) 1

Descriptions Module Description ProCurve Switch 100-FX MTRJ vl Module (J8763A) ProCurve 100-FX MTRJ vl Module J8763A Link Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 100Base-FX MTRJ Ports 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 vl Module 12 100-FX ports with MT-RJ connectors for 100 Mbps networking over multimode fiber-optic cable. ProCurve Switch Gig-T vl Module (J8764A) ProCurve 16p Gig-T vl Module J8764A 10/100/1000Base-T Ports all ports are HP Auto MDI-X 7 9 1 3 5 11 13 15 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 vl Module 16 twisted-pair ports with RJ-45 connectors for 10/100/1000 Mbps operation over Category 5 or better 100-ohm UTP or STP cable (category 5e recommended for Gigabit) -- all ports have the IEEE 802.3ab Auto MDI/MDI-X feature. ProCurve Switch Gig-T vl Module (J8768A) ProCurve 24p Gig-T vl Module J8768A 10/100/1000Base-T Ports all ports are IEEE Auto MDI/MDI-X 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 Link 1 Mode Link Mode 17 19 21 23 Link 2 Mode 4 6 8 10 12 Link 14 Mode 18 20 22 24 16 vl Module 24 twisted-pair ports with RJ-45 connectors for 10/100/1000 Mbps operation over Category 5 or better 100-ohm UTP or STP cable (category 5e recommended for Gigabit) -- all ports have the IEEE 802.3ab Auto MDI/MDI-X feature. ProCurve Switch Gig-T + 4 vl Module (J9033A) See page 1 for supported mini-gbics ProCurve Gig-T/SFP vl Module J9033A Use ProCurve Mini-GBICs and SFPs only Link Mode Link Mode Link Mode Link Mode 10/100/1000Base-T Ports (1-20) Ports are IEEE Auto MDI/MDI-X! 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 1 17 19 21 23 vl Module 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 Link 2 Mode Link Mode 18 20 22 24 20 twisted-pair ports with RJ-45 connectors for 10/100/1000 Mbps operation over Category 5 or better 100-ohm UTP or STP cable (category 5e recommended for Gigabit) -- all ports have the IEEE 802.3ab Auto MDI/MDI-X feature, plus 4 mini-gbic or SFP ports. Contact your ProCurve authorized networking products reseller or your ProCurve representative for information on availability of other modules and mini-gbics. You can also visit the ProCurve Web site at www.procurve.com to get more information. 2

Features Features The following two illustrations show the features found on the various modules. Link and Mode LEDs (one pair per port) retaining screw 10/100Base-TX Ports all ports are HP A uto MDI-X 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 Link Mode Link Mode ProCurve 10/100-TX vl Module J8765A 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 Link Mode Link Mode vl Module network ports Figure 1. Example: ProCurve 24-Port 10/100-TX vl Module! Use only ProCurve Mini-GBICs and SFPs 1 2 3 4 Link ProCurve Mini-GBIC vl Module J8776A 1 2 3 4 Mode vl Module Link and Mode LEDs (one pair per port) Mini-GBIC and SFP ports Figure 2. Example: ProCurve Switch Mini-GBIC vl Module 3

Features The ProCurve Switch vl Modules have the following features: auto-enabled ports the ports are all configured to be ready for network operation as soon as a viable network cable is connected auto-configuration a default configuration is applied to the module when the switch is powered on and the module passes self test; this default configuration works well for most network installations LEDs that provide information for each port on the link status, network activity, connection bandwidth (speed), communication mode (half or full duplex), and presence of specific network error packets on the port hot swap modules operation you can add a module or replace a module without having to shut down the switch (changing the module type in a given slot does require a switch reset) hot swap mini-gbics operation you can add, replace, or change the type of any of the mini-gbics that you use in the mini-gbic vl Module, without having to first remove the module, and without having to shut down the switch (you must remove the network cable before hot-swapping a mini-gbic) the ports on the 10/100-TX vl Module have the HP Auto MDI-X feature, and the ports on the Gig-T vl Module have the IEEE 802.3ab Auto MDI/ MDI-X feature. These features operate the same way and allow you to use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables for all the twisted-pair network connections. Please see the note on Automatic Cable Sensing on page 12. standards adherence: the 10/100-TX vl Module is compatible with the IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX standards the Gig-T vl Module is compatible with the IEEE 802.3 10Base-T, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX, and IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T standards the ports on the mini-gbics that are installed in the mini-gbic vl Module are compatible with the IEEE 802.3z standards. the ports on the 100-FX MTRJ vl Module are compatible with the IEEE 802.3u 100-FX standard. 4

Installing the Modules Installing the Modules Overview You can install any of the vl modules into any of the ProCurve vl switches. The modules can be installed into the switch either with the switch powered on or off. The following procedures assume the switch is powered on. 1. Install the modules in a switch slot (see page 6). If you have installed any modules into slots that were previously occupied by a different type module, you need to reset the switch (see page 16). 2. If you are using the mini-gbic vl Module, install the mini-gbics in the module. You can install the mini-gbics before or after installing that module into the switch (see page 8). Note The mini-gbics can be hot swapped. That is, they can be installed or removed after the mini-gbic vl Module is installed in the switch and the module is receiving power. The network cable must be removed from the mini- GBIC before installing or removing a mini-gbic. For more information, see page 8. 3. Verify the modules are installed correctly (see page 9). 4. Connect the network cabling (see page 10). 5. Verify the network connections are working properly (see page 13). 6. Optionally, customize the port configuration for each module unless the default port configuration is satisfactory for your network application - (see page 14). Note You can install, exchange, or remove modules after the switch has been powered on. Whenever a module is installed during this process, it is initialized and tested for correct operation. During this process, the switch Self Test LED is on. If you hot swap another module while the switch is initializing and testing the first module, it is possible to cause the first module or the entire switch to be reset. For more information, see page 15. To prevent the modules or switch from being reset when you must hot swap multiple modules, follow these precautions: Do not install/remove any modules from the switch while the switch Self Test LED is lit. Before removing or installing any modules, make sure that all network cables are disconnected from the module. 5

Installing the Modules Installation Precautions: Installing the Module in an Unused Slot Static electricity can severely damage the electronic components on the modules. When handling and installing the modules in your switch, follow these procedures to avoid damage from static electricity: Handle the module by its bulkhead or edges and avoid touching the components and the circuitry on the board. When installing the module, equalize any static charge difference between your body and the switch by wearing a grounding wrist strap and attaching it to the switch s metal body, or by frequently touching the switch s metal body. The ProCurve Switch vl Modules have low-force, high-performance connectors. High insertion forces are not necessary to install the modules, and should not be used. Ensure you fully insert the modules. That is, press the module into the slot until the bulkhead on the module is contacting or is very close to contacting the front face of the switch chassis. Once the module is fully inserted, make sure that you screw in the two retaining screws to secure the module in place. For safe operation, proper switch cooling, and reduction of electromagnetic emissions, ensure that a slot cover is installed on any unused module slot. For safety, no more than one slot at a time should be uncovered when the switch is powered on. Installation Procedures: 1. Use a Torx T-10 or flat-bladed screwdriver to unscrew the screws in the cover plate over the slot you want to use, and remove the cover. Store the cover plate for possible future use. 2. Hold the module by its bulkhead taking care not to touch the metal connectors or components on the board. 3. As shown in the illustrations on the next page, insert the module into the slot guides and slide it into the slot until it stops. Then press near the two screws on the module bulkhead to seat the module connector into the switch backplane. The module bulkhead should be in contact with or very close to contact with the front face of the switch. 4. Screw in the two retaining screws to secure the module in place. The screws should be tightened until they are secure, but not overtightened. 6

Installing the Modules Insert module into the guides and slide it in until it is fully inserted. Low-force connector. High insertion force is not needed and should not be used. For best results, push simultaneously near both screws. Figure 3. Installing a Module The module is fully inserted when the module bulkhead is contacting, or very close to contacting the face of the switch. Then tighten the retaining screws on the module until they are secure, but do not overtighten them. Figure 4. Tighten module retaining screws 7

Installing the Modules Installing or Removing the Mini-GBICs You can install or remove the mini-gbic from the mini-gbic vl Module without having to power off the switch. Use only ProCurve mini-gbics with the letter B (or greater) at the end of the product number (for example, J4858B). WARNING The ProCurve fiber optic mini-gbics are Class 1 laser devices. Avoid direct eye exposure to the beam coming from the transmit port. Caution Use only supported genuine ProCurve mini-gbics with your switch. Non- ProCurve mini-gbics are not supported, and their use may result in product malfunction. Should you require additional ProCurve mini-gbics, contact your ProCurve Networking Sales and Service Office or authorized dealer. Installing the mini-gbics: Hold the mini-gbic by its sides and gently insert it into any of the slots in the module until the mini-gbic clicks into place. Figure 5. Installing/removing a mini-gbic Removing the mini-gbics: The network cable should be disconnected from the mini-gbic before removing it from the module. Depending on when you purchased your ProCurve mini-gbics, it may have either of three different release mechanisms: a metal latch, a wire bail, or a plastic collar around the mini-gbic. To remove the mini-gbics that have the plastic collar, push in the plastic collar toward the switch until you see the mini-gbic release from the switch (you can see it move outward slightly), and then pull the mini-gbic from the slot. To remove the mini-gbics that have the wire bail or metal latch, lower the bail or latch until it is approximately horizontal, and then using the bail or latch, pull the mini-gbic from the slot. 8

Installing the Modules Verifying the Module is Installed Correctly Observe the Module Status LED for the slot in which the module is being installed, and the Self Test and Fault LEDs on the switch to verify the module is installed properly. Fault LED Self Test LED Module Status LEDs Power ProCurve Switch 4202vl J8772A Console Reset Clear Self Test Auxiliary Port Spd mode: off = 10 Mbps flash = 100 Mbps Use Status on = 1000 Mbps vl Modules 1 2 A B only Act FDx Spd! Fan Power Modules LED Mode Link 1 Mode 3 5 7 10/100Base-TX Ports (1-72) all ports 9 11 Link 1 Fault 10/100Base-TX Ports all ports are HP A uto MDI-X 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 1 17 19 21 23 Link Mode Link Mode A Link 2 Mode 4 6 8 10 12 Link 1 Link 25 Mode 27 29 31 33 35 Link 3 ProCurve 10/100-TX vl Module J8765A 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 2 18 20 22 24 Link Mode Link Mode vl Module Module Link and Mode LEDs Link 26 Mode 28 30 32 34 36 Link 3 Link 49 Mode 51 53 55 57 59 Link 6 Figure 6. When the module is installed properly and the switch is powered on, or the module is installed when the switch already has power, the module undergoes a self test that takes a few seconds. You can use the LEDs to determine that the module is installed properly and has passed the self test, as described in the LED Behavior table below. LED Behavior LED Module Status Self Test Fault Link and Mode (on the modules) Display for a Properly Installed Module (for the slot in which you are installing the module) The LED goes ON as soon as the module is installed and the switch is powered on, and stays ON steadily. ON briefly while the module is being tested, then OFF. Note: If the switch was powered off while the module was installed, when the switch is powered on, the Self Test LED will stay ON for the duration of the whole switch self test. OFF For a module that is installed when the switch is already powered on (hot swap), all the Link and Mode LEDs on the module go ON for approximately 3 to 10 seconds, then OFF for 5 to 10 seconds depending on the module. If the module is already installed when the switch is powered on or reset, the process described above occurs approximately 30 seconds after the power on or reset, during which time the switch is being tested. 9

Installing the Modules Connecting the Network Cables Connect the appropriate network cables to the module's ports as shown in the table below. For more information on the cable specifications, see Cables on page 25. Supported Cable Types Module Cable Type Maximum Length 10/100-TX and Gig-T vl Module 10/1 00Base-TX P orts all ports are HP A uto MDI-X 1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 Link Mode Link Mode 10 Mbps operation: category 3, 4, or 5, 100-ohm balanced twisted-pair cable 100 meters (recommended) ProCurve 10/1 00-T vl Module J8765A twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 connector 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 Link Mode Link Mode RJ-45 ports with HP Auto MDI-X 100 Mbps operation: category 5, 100-ohm balanced twisted-pair cable 1000 Mbps (Gigabit) operation: category 5e, 100-ohm cable is recommended, although category 5 cable may also work. 100 meters 100 meters Notes: The RJ-45 ports on this module have the HP Auto MDI-X feature. In the module s ports default configuration, Auto, either a straight-through or crossover cable can be used to connect the port to any other 1000Base-T, 100Base-TX or 10Base-T device. See the Note on page 12. Since the 10Base-T operation is through the 10/100Base-TX or 10/100/1000-T ports, if you ever want to upgrade the ports to 100Base-TX, it would be best to cable the ports initially with category 5 cable or better. 100-FX MTRJ vl Module ProCurve 100-FX MTRJ vl Module J8763A Link Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 100Base-FX MTRJ P or ts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 vl Module multimode fiber-optic cables fitted with MT-RJ connectors. See Fiber-Optic Cables on page 26 for more information. full-duplex connections: 2 kilometers half-duplex connections: 412 meters 100-FX ports with MT-RJ connectors multimode fiber-optic cable with MT-RJ connector Continued on the next page. 10

B A ProCurve Switch vl Modules Installing the Modules Module Cable Type Maximum Length Mini-GBIC vl Module ProCur ve Mini-GBIC vl Module J8776A Link 1 2 1 2 3 4 Mode fiber-optic cable with LC connector! Use only ProCurve Mini-GBICs and SFPs 3 mini-gbic port 4 vl Module Gigabit-SX operation: multimode fiber-optic cables fitted with LC connectors Gigabit-LX operation: single-mode fiberoptic cables fitted with LC connectors. multimode fiber-optic cables may also be used see Fiber- Optic Cables on page 26. 220 meters to 550 meters, depending on the cable used. See Fiber-Optic Cables on page 26 for more information. single-mode cable: 10 kilometers multimode cable: 550 meters Gigabit-LH operation: the same single-mode fiber-optic cables used for Gigabit-LX. 70 kilometers 1000Base-T operation: four pair category 5 (category 5e or greater is recommended), 100- ohm, balanced twisted-pair cable. 100 meters Notes: Gigabit-LX If multimode cable is used, a mode conditioning patch cord may be needed see Mode Conditioning Patch Cord on page 27 for more information. Gigabit-LH Between the transmit and receive ends of the cable, at least 5dB of attenuation is required for a reliable connection. This is equivalent to 20 Km of the fiber-optic cable. For distances less than 20 Km, you must add attenuators to bring the total attenuation to at least 5dB. Most cable vendors carry attenuators. 11

Installing the Modules Note Automatic Cable Sensing on Twisted-Pair Ports: When the ports for the 10/100-TX and the Gig-T vl Module are in their default configuration, Auto, both modules automatically negotiate whether the ports operate as MDI or MDI-X, depending on the cable type and the connected device s operation. As a result, you can use either straight-through or crossover twisted-pair cables for all network connections to these modules. On the 10/100-TX vl Modules, this feature is identified as HP Auto MDI-X; on the Gig-T vl Module, it is identified as Auto MDI/MDI-X and it is part of the IEEE 802.3ab standard. Both features operate the same. Operation of this feature depends on the port configurations being kept at Auto. If the configuration is changed to one of the available fixed options (for example, 100-Full Duplex), the port operates as an MDI-X port. In that case, to connect the module to another switch or hub, use a crossover cable; to connect to an end node, use a straight-through cable. 12

Installing the Modules Verifying the Network Connections Are Working Check the port LEDs for the newly-installed module to ensure that the port(s) connected in the preceding step are operating correctly. Each port on the switch modules has Link and Mode LEDs near it as shown in the next illustration. Link and Mode LEDs 10/100Base-TX Ports all por Link 1 Mode 3 5 7 9 11 L ProCurve Figure 7. Example: Link and Mode LEDs The Link LED will be lit for each port that is connected properly to an active network device. If the Link LED does not go on when an active network cable is connected to the port, there may be something wrong with the cable, the cable connectors, or the device at the other end of the cable. See the troubleshooting information on page 17. If the switch Mode is set to display activity (the (Act) mode indicator LED is lit), then the Mode LED for each port that is transmitting and/or receiving packets will flicker when traffic is detected on the port. If the Mode is set to display full duplex (the (FDx) mode indicator LED is lit), then the Mode LED will be lit for each port that is operating in full duplex. If the Mode is set to display link speed operation (the (Spd) mode indicator LED is lit), then the port Mode LEDs behave as follows to indicate the connection speed for the port: Off = 10 Mbps Flashing = 100 Mbps On = 1000 Mbps If the Mode is set to display packet errors on the port (the (!) mode indicator LED is lit), then the Mode LED will flash briefly for each packet that has any of six errors, including CRC errors and late collisions. 13

Installing the Modules Default Port Configuration If the slot in which you installed the module was empty the last time the switch was either rebooted or reset (or the power to the switch was cycled), then the module will use preconfigured default parameter values that will work for most networks. The default port configurations for connection parameters are: Ports Enabled: Yes Mode: 10/100-TX vl Module: Auto The port auto negotiates speed (10 or 100 Mbps), communication mode (half or full duplex), and MDI or MDI-X port operation. If you configure the port to one of the fixed 10 or 100 Mbps modes, the port will then operate only as an MDI-X port. Gig-T vl Module: Auto The port auto negotiates speed (10, 100 or 1000 Mbps), communication mode (half or full duplex), and MDI or MDI-X port operation. If you configure the port to one of the fixed 10 or 100 Mbps modes, the port will then operate only as an MDI-X port. Gigabit-SX, Gigabit-LX, Gigabit-LH and 1000Base-T ports in mini-gbic vl Module: Auto The port always operates at 1000 Mbps and full duplex. The setting is Auto for best link establishment with other devices. 100-FX MTRJ vl Modules: 100FDX The port operates at 100 Mbps and full-duplex. Flow Control: Disabled Advanced features Spanning Tree, Trunking, Meshing, VLANs, IGMP, LACP, Routing, Class of Service, Security, and so forth: all Disabled If the default port configuration listed above is not correct for your network, configure the port(s) in the module by using the switch console or the web browser interface. For more information, see the Management and Configuration Guide for your switch, available on the ProCurve Web site www.procurve.com, and the online Help provided in the console and web browser interfaces. 14

Replacing or Removing a Module Replacing or Removing a Module Follow these procedures to replace one module with another, or to remove a module without replacing it: 1. Remove any network cables from the ports on the module to be removed. 2. Unscrew the retaining screws enough to disconnect them from the threaded holes in the switch. unscrew the retaining screws 10/100Base-TX Ports all ports are HP A uto MDI-X 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 1 17 19 21 23 Link Mode Link Mode ProCurve 10/100-TX vl Module J8765A 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 2 18 20 22 24 Link Mode Link Mode vl Module Figure 8. Retaining screws 3. Grab the screws and pull the module out from the slot. It may help to brace your hands against the face of the switch and lever the module out from the switch slot. 4. Do one of the following: If you will be installing another module in the slot, go to Installing the Module in an Unused Slot on page 6 and begin with step 2. If you will not install another module in the slot (that is, leave it empty), then re-install a slot cover plate over the empty slot opening. Caution For proper cooling and reduction of electromagnetic emissions, ensure a slot cover is installed on any unused slot. 5. If you are replacing a module with another one of the same type in the same slot, it is not necessary to reset the switch. The current configuration for ports in that slot will apply to the new module. If you are exchanging one type of module with a different type of module in the same slot (for example, replacing a 10/100-TX vl Module with a Gig-T vl Module), you must reset the switch as described under Resetting the Switch on page 16. 15

Resetting the Switch Resetting the Switch Reasons for Resetting the Switch Generally, you only need to reset the switch when it needs to recognize a change in its hardware or software (console) configuration. Some circumstances in which you will need to reset the switch are: Installing a module in a slot that was previously occupied by a different type of module for example, installing a Gig-T vl Module in a slot that was previously used for a 10/100-TX vl Module the switch must be reset after the new module is installed so the switch processor can properly initialize and configure the new module type. Note When a module is exchanged for a different type, until the switch is reset the module will not operate, the Module Status LED for the slot will continue to flash, and all the LEDs on the module will stay on continuously. Changing certain switch configuration parameters through the console interface. (In this case, the console provides indications when the switch must be reset for the configuration change to be activated.) You do not need to reset the switch when: Installing a module in a previously unused slot. Replacing a module with the same type of module. Methods of Resetting the Switch You can reset the switch by any of these methods: pressing the Reset button on the front of the switch power cycling the switch (if both power supplies are being used, you will have to disconnect both power cords) issuing the boot system command from the switch console CLI, or selecting the Reset or Boot option from the switch console menu, web browser interface, or ProCurve Manager 16

Troubleshooting Troubleshooting One of the primary tools for troubleshooting the switch modules is the LEDs on the front of the switch and on the modules. Refer to LED Behavior on page 9 for a description of the normal LED behavior. Also, refer to the switch Installation and Getting Started Guide for more detailed troubleshooting information for the switch. LED Error Indicators: LED Pattern Indicating Problems Power Fault Self Test Fan Status Power Status (one LED per power supply) Module Status (one LED per module) Port Link Diag Tips Brief Problem Description Off with power cord plugged in 1 1 1 1 1 1 A No power On Prolonged On Prolonged On 1 1 1 1 B Self test fail - entire switch On Flashing 2 Off Flashing 2 1 1 1 C Fan fail On Flashing 2 Off 1 Flashing 2 1 1 D Power supply fail On Flashing 2 Flashing 2 1 1 Off 1 E Self test fail - backplane On Flashing 2 Flashing 2 1 1 1 Flashing 2 F Fixed port self test fail On Flashing 2 Flashing 2 1 1 Flashing 2 1 G Module self test fail On Flashing 2 Flashing 2 1 1 Flashing 2 Flashing 2 H Module-based port self test fail On Off Flashing 2 1 1 Flashing 2 1 I On Off Flashing 2 1 1 Flashing 2 Flashing 2 J Module invalid (wrong chassis) or unsupported (needs newer software) SFP invalid (not ProCurve/not model B), or unsupported (needs newer software) On Off Off 1 1 Flashing 2 On briefly then off K Different module hot swap 17

Troubleshooting LED Pattern Indicating Problems Power Fault Self Test Fan Status Power Status (one LED per power supply) Module Status (one LED per module) Port Link Diag Tips Brief Problem Description On Off Off 1 1 1 Fast Flashing 3 L Port security disabled the port On Off Off 1 1 1 Off with cable connected M No link on port 1 This LED is not important for the diagnosis. 2 The flashing behavior is an on/off cycle once every 1.6 seconds, approximately. 3 The fast flashing behavior is an on/off cycle once every 0.8 seconds, approximately. See the following tables to diagnose the LED error indicators in the previous table. Diagnostic Tips: Tip Letter Problem Solution A The power supplies installed in the switch are not plugged into active AC power sources, or the power supply may have failed. 1. Verify the power cord is plugged into an active power source and to the switch. Ensure these connections are snug. 2. Try power cycling the switch by unplugging and plugging the power cord back in. 3. If the Power LED is still not on, verify the AC power source works by plugging another device into the outlet. Or try plugging the switch into a different outlet or try a different power cord. If the power source and power cord are OK and this condition persists, the switch power supply may have failed. Call your HP-authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/ Warranty card for more information. B A switch hardware failure has occurred. All the LEDs will stay on indefinitely. Try power cycling the switch. If the fault indication reoccurs, the switch may have failed. Call your HP-authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/Warranty card for more information. 18

Troubleshooting Tip Letter Problem Solution C D E F One or more of the switch cooling fans may have failed. A fault condition has been detected on the power supply installed in the slot corresponding to the flashing number. The switch has experienced a backplane failure during self test. The network port for which the Link LED is flashing has experienced a self test or initialization failure. Try disconnecting power from the switch and wait a few moments. Then reconnect the power to the switch and check the LEDs again. If the error indication reoccurs, one or more of the fans have failed. The switch has multiple fans and may continue to operate OK under this condition if the ambient temperature does not exceed normal room temperature, but for best operation, the switch should be replaced. Contact your HP-authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/Warranty card for more information. Because the Power LED is on, the switch is receiving power from one power supply, but the power supply in the slot corresponding to the flashing number may be unplugged from an active AC power source, or may be faulty. Verify the power cord for the power supply whose number is flashing is plugged into an active power source and to the switch. Ensure these connections are snug. Disconnect the AC power cord from the power supply in the slot corresponding to the flashing number, then try removing and reinstalling the power supply. Caution: Ensure the AC power cord is disconnected from the supply before removing and reinstalling the supply. Reconnect the power supply to the AC power source. If the error indication reoccurs after the supply is reinstalled, the power supply may be faulty. Call your HPauthorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/Warranty card for more information. The failure may be just in the communications with a single module slot, or it might be more significant. Start a console session with the switch, and at the CLI prompt issue the command show logging. In the event log that is displayed, there will be messages that describe the extent of the problem. If the problem is with individual slots, the remainder of the switch slots will be fully operational and can be used until you get a chance to replace the switch. If necessary to resolve the problem, contact your HP-authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from HP to get assistance. See the Customer Support/Warranty card for more information. When the switch is powered on, each network port is tested. If the port self test fails, the individual port is not usable, but the rest of the ports on the chassis, which have passed their self test, will continue to operate normally. To verify the port has failed, try power-cycling the switch. If the port fault indication reoccurs, and the port is one of the fixed ports on the chassis, you will have to replace the switch. In the meantime, all the other fixed ports on the chassis will operate normally. 19

Troubleshooting Tip Letter Problem Solution G H I The module installed in the slot that corresponds to the letter that is flashing has experienced a self test or initialization fault. The module-based network port for which the Link LED is flashing has experienced a self test or initialization failure. The module installed in the slot that corresponds to the letter that is flashing is an invalid or unsupported module. The modules are all tested whenever the switch is powered on, or reset (through the Reset button on the switch, or the Reboot or Reset options in the console or web browser interface), and when they are hot swapped (installed when the switch is powered on). Try removing and reinstalling the module. You can do this without having to power down the switch. When the module is reinstalled, it will be retested automatically. If the fault indication reoccurs, the module may have failed. Remove the module from the switch and replace it with another module, or install a slot cover plate. Call your ProCurve authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from ProCurve to get assistance. See the Customer Support/Warranty card for more information. During the module self test, described in tip letter G earlier in this table, each network port is also tested. If the port self test fails, the individual port is not usable, but the rest of the ports on the module, which have passed their self test, will continue to operate normally. To verify the port has failed, try removing and reinstalling the module. If the port is a mini-gbic, you can remove and reinstall the mini-gbic without having to remove the module. The mini-gbics are tested when they are hot swapped. If the port fault indication reoccurs, and you need to be able to use the port, you will have to replace the mini-gbic or the module. In the meantime, all the other module ports will operate normally. Ensure you have installed a vl module in the slot. ProCurve gl and xl modules will fit in the slot, but they are not compatible with your ProCurve vl switch. Check to ensure the module has a vl module label on it. If the module does not have a vl module label, remove the module from the switch and replace it with a vl module, or re-cover the slot with the cover plate. You can remove and replace the module without having to power down the switch. Call your ProCurve authorized LAN dealer, or use the electronic support services from ProCurve to get information on supported Switch vl modules. The vl modules that are available as of the printing of this manual are listed on page 1. If the module has a vl module label, then the LED pattern indicates that the module is unsupported in the version of software currently running on the switch. As ProCurve introduces new modules for the vl switches you may have to update the switch with new operating code that supports the new module. The documentation that came with the module will indicate which version of the operating code is needed to support the module. The latest code can be downloaded from the ProCurve Web site at www.procurve.com. Download the new code and retest the module by booting the switch with the new software. 20

Troubleshooting Tip Letter Problem Solution J K L The mini-gbic or SFP installed in the mini-gbic slot for which the Link LED is flashing is an invalid or unsupported transceiver. In the slot corresponding to the letter that is flashing, a module was installed that is a different type than the previously installed module, and the switch has not yet been reset. The network port for which the Link LED is flashing has been disabled because port security has been configured on the switch and a security violation has been detected on the port. Ensure you have installed a model B or greater ProCurve mini-gbic or SFP in the slot. Model A mini-gbics are not supported in the Series 4200vl Switches. If the mini-gbic or SFP is a model B or greater, then the LED pattern indicates the transceiver is unsupported in the version of software currently running on the switch. As ProCurve introduces new transceivers for the vl switches you may have to update the switch with new operating code that supports the new transceiver. The documentation that came with the transceiver will indicate which version of the operating code is needed to support the transceiver. The latest code can be downloaded from the ProCurve Web site at www.procurve.com. Download the new code and retest the transceiver by rebooting the switch with the new software. When you hot swap modules in the switch slots, if you install a different module type than the one that was previously installed in the slot, you must reset the switch so the switch processor can properly initialize and configure the new module type. The flashing LED informs you that this change of module types has occurred. The module will not work properly until the switch is reset. You can reset the switch by any of these methods: pressing the Reset button. power cycling the switch. selecting the reset or reboot option from the console, web browser interface, or ProCurve Manager. For the Port Security feature, you can configure the switch so that whenever a security violation is detected on a port, the switch will disable the port. When a port is disabled by this feature, the port Link LED will be continuously flashed at the fast rate of 0.8 seconds per cycle. The flashing continues until you clear the security violation through the switch console. In the console, you can view the identity of the connected device that committed the security violation. Once the security violation is cleared, you must re-enable the port through the console. For more information on the Port Security feature, see the Management and Configuration Guide for your switch, available on the ProCurve Web site. 21

Troubleshooting Tip Letter Problem Solution M The network connection is not working properly. Try the following procedures: For the indicated port, verify both ends of the cabling, at the switch and the connected device, are securely connected. Verify the connected device and switch are both powered on and operating correctly. Verify you have used the correct cable type for the connection. for any of the twisted-pair connections, in the default configuration (Auto), either a straight-through or a crossover cable can be used and the switch will automatically adjust its operation. Note: If the module configuration is changed to one of the fixed configuration options though (for example, 100-Full Duplex), then the port operates as MDI-X only and the correct type of cable must be used. in general, for connecting to an end node (MDI port), use straight-through cable; for connecting to MDI-X ports on hubs, other switches, and routers, use crossover cable. for fiber-optic connections, verify that the transmit port on the switch is connected to the receive port on the connected device, and the switch receive port is connected to the transmit port on the connected device, and that both devices are transmitting correctly. For a 1000 Mbps connection, verify the network cabling complies with the IEEE 802.3ab standard. The cable should be installed according to the ANSI/TIA/EIA- 568-A-5 specifications. Cable testing should comply with the stated limitations for Attenuation, Near-End Crosstalk, Far-End Crosstalk, Equal-Level Far-End Crosstalk (ELFEXT), Multiple Disturber ELFEXT, and Return Loss. The cable verification must include the patch cables that connect the switch and other end devices to the patch panels in the cabling path. Verify the port has not been disabled through a switch configuration change. You can use the console interface, or, if you have configured an IP address on the switch, use telnet, the web browser interface, or ProCurve Manager network management software to determine the state of the port and re-enable the port if necessary. Verify the switch port configuration matches the configuration of the attached device. For example, if the switch port is configured as Auto, the port on the attached device also MUST be configured as Auto or half-duplex. Depending on the port type, twisted-pair or fiber-optic, if the configurations don t match, the results could be a very unreliable connection, or no link at all. If the other procedures don t resolve the problem, try using a different port or a different cable. 22

Customer Support Services Customer Support Services If you are having any trouble with your module or switch, Hewlett-Packard offers support 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the use of a number of automated electronic services. See the Customer Support/Warranty booklet that came with your switch for information on how to use these services to get technical support. The ProCurve networking products Web site, www.procurve.com also provides up-to-date support information. Additionally, your HP-authorized network reseller can also provide you with assistance, both with services they offer and with services offered by HP. Specifications Environmental Operating Non-Operating Temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 F to 104 F) -40 C to 70 C (-40 F to 158 F) Relative humidity: (non-condensing) 15% to 95% at 40 C (104 F) 15% to 95% at 65 C (149 F) Maximum altitude: 4.6 Km (15,000 ft) 4.6 Km (15,000 ft) Lasers The Gigabit-SX, Gigabit-LX, and Gigabit-LH mini-gbics, which can be installed in the mini-gbic vl Module, are Class 1 Laser Products. Laser Klasse 1 These mini-gbics comply with IEC 825-2: 1993. 23

Specifications Connectors Twisted-Pair 10/100Base-TX RJ-45 On the 10/100-TX vl Module. They are compatible with the IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and 802.3u 100Base- TX standards and accept the 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps cables listed on the next page. 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45 On the Gig-T vl Module. They are compatible with the IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX and IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T standards, and accept the 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps or 1000 Mbps cables listed on the next page. 1000Base-T RJ-45 On the 1000Base-T mini-gbic. They are compatible with the IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T standards, and operate at only 1000 Mbps, full-duplex. They accept the 1000 Mbps cables listed on the next page. Fiber-Optic 100Base-FX MTRJ On the 100-FX vl Module. Transmit at 1310 nm wavelength, and are compatible with the IEEE 802.3u 100Base-FX standard. They accept the multimode fiber-optic cables for 100Base-FX described on page 26. Gigabit-SX LC On the Gigabit-SX mini-gbic. Transmits at 850 nm wavelength, and is compatible with the IEEE 802.3z Gigabit-SX standard. It accepts the low metal content, multimode fiberoptic cables for Gigabit-SX described on page 26. Gigabit-LX LC On the Gigabit-LX mini-gbic. Transmits at 1310 nm wavelength, and is compatible with the IEEE 802.3z Gigabit-LX standard. It accepts the low metal content, single-mode or multimode fiber-optic cables for Gigabit-LX described on page 26. Gigabit-LH LC On the Gigabit-LH mini-gbic. Transmits at 1550 nm wavelength, and accepts the low metal content, single-mode fiber-optic cables for Gigabit-LH described on page 26. 24

Specifications Cables Twisted-Pair Cables Port Type Cable Specifications Maximum Length 10 Mbps Operation Category 3, 4, or 5 100-ohm balanced unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) cable, complying with IEEE 802.3 10Base-T specifications, fitted with RJ-45 connectors 100 meters 100 Mbps Operation Category 5 100-ohm balanced UTP or STP cable, complying with IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX specifications, fitted with RJ-45 connectors 100 meters 1000 Mbps Operation Category 5e 100-ohm balanced UTP or STP cable, complying with IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T specifications, fitted with RJ-45 connectors (see Note on 1000Base-T Cable Requirements, below) 100 meters Note on 1000Base-T Cable Requirements. The Category 5 networking cables that work for 100Base-TX connections should also work for 1000Base-T, as long as all four pairs are connected. But for the most reliable connections you should use cabling that complies with the Category 5e specifications, as described in Addendum 5 to the TIA-568-A standard (ANSI/ TIA/EIA-568-A-5). Because of the increased speed provided by 1000Base-T (Gigabit-T), network cable quality is more important than for either 10Base-T or 100Base-TX. Cabling plants being used to carry 1000Base-T networking must comply with the IEEE 802.3ab standards. In particular, the cabling must pass tests for Attenuation, Near-End Crosstalk (NEXT), and Far-End Crosstalk (FEXT). Additionally, unlike the cables for 100Base-TX, the 1000Base-T cables must pass tests for Equal-Level Far-End Crosstalk (ELFEXT), Multiple Disturber ELFEXT, and Return Loss. When testing your cabling, be sure to include the patch cables that connect the switch and other end devices to the patch panels on your site. The patch cables are frequently overlooked when testing cable and they must also comply with the cabling standards. 25

Specifications Fiber-Optic Cables Port Type Cable Specifications Connector Type Maximum Length 100Base-FX Gigabit-SX Gigabit-LX 62.5/125 μm or 50/125 μm (core/cladding) diameter, graded-index, low metal content, multimode fiber-optic cables, complying with the ITU-T G.651 and ISO/IEC 793-2 Type A1b or A1a respectively. 62.5/125 μm or 50/125 μm (core/cladding) diameter, graded-index, low metal content, multimode fiber-optic cables, complying with the ITU-T G.651 and ISO/IEC 793-2 Type A1b or A1a respectively. 9/125 μm (core/cladding) diameter, graded-index, low metal content, single mode fiber-optic cables, complying with the ITU-T G.652 and ISO/ IEC 793-2 Type B1 standards. OR the multimode fiber-optic cables listed for Gigabit-SX. MT-RJ full-duplex connections: 2 kilometers half-duplex connections: 412 meters LC 62.5 µm cable: 160 MHz*km = 220 meters 200 MHz*km = 275 meters 50 µm cable: 400 MHz*km = 500 meters 500 MHz*km = 550 meters LC single-mode cable: 10 kilometers multimode cable: 550 meters Note: To use multimode cables for Gigabit-LX, a mode conditioning patch cord may be needed see Mode Conditioning Patch Cord for Gigabit-LX on page 27 for more information. Gigabit-LH 9/125 μm (core/cladding) diameter, graded-index, low metal content, single mode fiber-optic cables, complying with the ITU-T G.652 and ISO/ IEC 793-2 Type B1 standards. LC 70 kilometers Note: Between the transmit and receive ends of the cable, at least 5dB of attenuation is required for a reliable connection. This is equivalent to 20 Km of the fiber-optic cable. For distances less than 20 Km, you must add attenuators to bring the total attenuation to at least 5dB. Most cable vendors carry attenuators. 26

Mode Conditioning Patch Cord for Gigabit-LX Mode Conditioning Patch Cord for Gigabit-LX The following information applies to installations in which multimode fiberoptic cables are connected to a Gigabit-LX port. Unlike Gigabit-SX, which connects to only multimode fiber-optic cabling, Gigabit-LX can use either single-mode or multimode cable. Multimode cable has a design characteristic called Differential Mode Delay, which requires that the transmission signals be conditioned to compensate for the cable design and thus prevent resulting transmission errors. Since Gigabit-SX is designed to operate only with multimode cable, Gigabit-SX mini-gbics can provide that transmission conditioning internally. Gigabit-LX mini-gbics, since they are designed to operate with both singlemode and multimode cable, do not provide the transmission conditioning internally. Thus, under certain circumstances, depending on the cable used and the lengths of the cable runs, an external Mode Conditioning Patch Cord may need to be installed between the Gigabit-LX transmitting device and the multimode network cable to provide the transmission conditioning. If you experience a high number of transmission errors on the Gigabit-LX ports, usually CRC or FCS errors, you may need to install one of these patch cords between the Gigabit-LX port in your switch and your multimode fiberoptic network cabling, and between the Gigabit-LX transmission device and the network cabling at the other end of the multimode fiber-optic cable run. A patch cord must be installed at both ends. The patch cord consists of a short length of single-mode fiber cable coupled to graded-index multimode fiber cable on the transmit side, and only multimode cable on the receive side. The section of single-mode fiber is connected in such a way that it minimizes the effects of the differential mode delay in the multimode cable. Note Most of the time, if you are using good quality graded-index multimode fiber cable that adheres to the standards listed on page 26, there should not be a need to use mode conditioning patch cords in your network. This is especially true if the fiber runs in your network are relatively short. If you are using single-mode fiber-optic cabling in your network, there is no need to use mode conditioning patch cords. Connect the single-mode network cable directly to the Gigabit-LX mini-gbic. 27

Mode Conditioning Patch Cord for Gigabit-LX Installing the Patch Cord As shown in the illustration below, connect the patch cord to the Gigabit-LX mini-gbic with the section of single-mode fiber plugged in to the Tx (transmit) port. Then, connect the other end of the patch cord to your network cabling patch panel, or directly to the network multimode fiber. If you connect the patch cord directly to the network cabling, you may need to install a female-to-female adapter to allow the cables to be connected together. Gigabit-LX port to network multimode cabling LC Connector the multimode cable in the patch cord must match the characteristics of your network cable single-mode section plugs into Tx port on Gigabit-LX mini-gbic Figure 9. Mode Conditioning Patch Cord Ensure you purchase a patch cord that has LC connectors on the end that connects to the Gigabit-LX mini-gbic, and has multimode fibers that match the characteristics of the multimode fiber in your network. 28

EMC Regulatory Statements EMC Regulatory Statements U.S.A. FCC Class A This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Canada This product complies with Class A Canadian EMC requirements. Australia/New Zealand This product complies with Australia/New Zealand EMC Class A requirements. Japan VCCI Class A 29

EMC Regulatory Statements Korea Taiwan European Community Declaration of Conformity These products are designed for operation with the ProCurve switches that have vl module slots. Please see the Declarations of Conformity included in the Installation Guides for those products. 30