ECS EX300 Third-Party Rack Installation Guide - Dell

ECSEX300

Third-Party Rack Installation Guide302-005-206

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Third Party Rack Installation Overview 9Sequence of tasks.......................................................................................10Third-party rack requirements..................................................................... 11Organize material........................................................................................ 12

Components for EX300 systems.................................................... 12

Rail Installation 15Optional, Dell EMC PDU rail assembly installation....................................... 16

Dell EMC PDU rail and component location.................................... 16Installing the EMC PDU rails...........................................................18Installing the EMC PDU support assembly..................................... 18Installing the PDU front tray..........................................................20

Installing rails for an EX300 rack................................................................ 20Install rails for EX300 nodes.......................................................... 20Install rails for switches................................................................. 22

PDU, node, and switch installation 25Optional, PDU component installation........................................................ 26

Installing the EMC PDU components ............................................ 27Installing nodes and switches......................................................................27

Switch installation......................................................................... 28Install the nodes.............................................................................32Cabling the rack.............................................................................36

Bring the system online 37Bring the ECS system online...................................................................... 38Upload the switch configuration files..........................................................38Power on the nodes.................................................................................... 41

Return shipping or packing materials 43Preparing materials for pickup....................................................................44Returning material from U.S. and Canada sites.......................................... 44Returning material from international sites................................................. 44

Mechanical lift 45Working with the portable lift..................................................................... 46

Planning your lift............................................................................46Assembling and configuring the portable lift.................................. 47Reconfiguring the lift with Voyager kit.......................................... 48Adjusting the arms for a frontal lift................................................ 48Using lift on an enclosure 49" or less above the floor.................... 49

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Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Appendix A

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Using the lift on an Enclosure more than 49" above the floor........ 52

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PDU component location.............................................................................................17Installing the EMC PDU rails....................................................................................... 18Installing the EMC PDU support assembly onto the rails............................................. 19Completing EMC PDU support assembly installation...................................................19Installing the front PDU tray.......................................................................................20Installing the rear end of the rail..................................................................................21Installing the front end of the rail................................................................................ 21Installing screws......................................................................................................... 22Inserting the EMC PDU onto the EMC PDU support assembly .................................. 27Extend rails from the cabinet......................................................................................32Install the system in the rails.......................................................................................33Slide the system into the cabinet................................................................................34Installing bezel pods (non-LED)..................................................................................35Installing bezel pods (LEDs)....................................................................................... 35EX300 node power button and LED light.....................................................................41Best Practice: Using the portable lift adjacent to the long side of the enclosure........ 47Reconfiguring the portable lift with the Voyager conversion kit ................................ 48Adjusting the lift arm bar to just under 17 inches ....................................................... 49Adjusting the arm for a low rail position......................................................................50Locking the Casters....................................................................................................50Removing an enclosure from rails 49" or less above the floor .....................................51Tightening the Straps................................................................................................. 51Unlocking the Casters................................................................................................ 52Removing the Straps.................................................................................................. 52Adjusting the arm for a high rail position.....................................................................53Locking the Casters....................................................................................................54Removing an enclosure from rails more than 49" above the floor .............................. 54Tightening the Straps.................................................................................................55Unlocking the Casters................................................................................................ 55Support Table.............................................................................................................56Removing the Straps..................................................................................................56

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CHAPTER 1

Third Party Rack Installation Overview

This guide describes how to install EX300 components into a customer supplied rack.

ECS components are shipped to customers in multiple boxes that are then installed ina customer rack.

All parts that are used to secure and organize components in the customer rack areprovided in separate kits that ship with the system, including rails, cables, Velcrostraps, bezels, filler panels, screws, and nuts.

l Sequence of tasks.............................................................................................. 10l Third-party rack requirements.............................................................................11l Organize material................................................................................................12

Third Party Rack Installation Overview 9

Sequence of tasksComplete the installation tasks in the following sequence to ensure a more orderlyinstallation.

Before you begin

In addition to this document, you will need the following document and tools tocomplete installation of ECS in a third-party rack. Be sure the collect the materialsbefore you begin.

l The ECS EX-series EX300 and EX3000 Hardware Guide, which can be downloadedfrom support.emc.com.

l A magnetic tip Phillips screw driver 18" or longer for the EX3000chassis rear railscrews.

l A magnetic tip Phillips screw driver 4" or shorter for the optional 2U PDU.

Procedure

1. Confirm that the third-party rack meets all requirements specified in Third-party rack requirements.

2. Confirm that a mechanical lift is available.

Nodes are provided and racked with all drives installed, requiring a mechanicallift to install.

The mechanical lift must be rated for at least 60 lbs (27 kg). For moreinformation about installing heavy equipment with a lift, refer to Working withthe portable lift.

DANGER

EX300 nodes with all drives installed weigh 60 lbs (28 kg). We recommendthat you follow this sequence of tasks and install all drives after you installthe EX300 chassis in the rack.

3. Inspect and organize the installation materials.

4. If you are installing 2U PDUs, install all rails, supports, and trays for the PDUs.

5. Install all rails for servers and switches.

6. If you are installing 2U PDUs, install the PDUs.

7. Install servers and 2U bezels.

8. Install switches and 1U bezels.

9. Install the power and network cables according to instructions in the EX-SeriesHardware Guide.

10. Complete the hardware installation, including applying system tags and labels.

11. Bring the system online.

12. Return shipping materials.



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Third-party rack requirementsYou must confirm that all third-party racks meet the minimum requirements forinstallation.

Third-party racks must meet the following requirements.

Requirement Category Description

Cabinet The standard server rack depth is 37 inches.

The server rack depth with the 2U PDU is 44 inches.

Recommended 24 inches wide cabinet to provide room for cable routing on the sides ofthe cabinet.

Sufficient contiguous space anywhere in the rack to install the components in therequired relative order.

If you install a front door, it must maintain a minimum of 1.2 inches of clearance to thebezels. It must be perforated with 50% or more evenly distributed air opening. It shouldenable easy access for service personnel and allow the LEDs to be visible through it.

If you install a rear door, it must be perforated with 50% or more evenly distributed airopening.

Blanking panels should be used as required to prevent air circulation inside the cabinet.

For EX300 nodes, there is a recommended minimum of 42 inches of clearance in the frontand 36 inches of clearance in the rear of the cabinet to allow for service area and properairflow.

NEMA rails NEMA round and square hole rails are supported.

NEMA threaded hole rails are NOT supported.

NEMA round holes must accept M5 size screws.

The optimal spacing for the front to rear NEMA rail spacing is 29 inches, with a minimumof 23.25 inches and maximum of 34 inches.

Power The customer rack must have redundant power zones, one on each side of the rack withseparate PDU power strips. Each redundant power zone should have capacity for themaximum power load.Use the power calculator to refine the power requirements based on the hardwareconfiguration and customer provided PDU.

For customer provided PDU’s, the Dell EMC power cords on the servers and switchesexpect C13/C14 connections.

Note

Dell EMC is not responsible for any failures, issues, or outages resulting from failure ofthe customer provided PDUs.

Cabling Cables for the product must be routed in such a way that it mimics the standard offeringcoming from the factory. This includes dressing cables to the sides to prevent droopingand interfering with service of field replaceable units (FRUs).

Optical cables should be dressed to maintain a 1.5 inches bend radius.


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Requirement Category Description

Cables for third-party components in the rack cannot cross or interfere with ECScomponents in such a way that they block front to back air flow or individual FRU serviceactivity.

Weight Customer rack and data center floor must be capable of supporting the weight of ECSequipment.Use the power and weight calculator to refine the weight requirements based on thehardware configuration and customer provided cabinet and PDU.

Requesting qualification for non-standard installationsThe following scenarios require that you submit an RPQ (Request for ProductQualification):

l Installing a single rack ECS solution across multiple racks.

l Transferring an ECS solution from a Dell EMC rack to a third-party rack.

Organize materialThe kits that arrive on site will vary depending on the ECS configuration that you areinstalling.

Locate and organize packages, check all components, then move materials next to therack where they will be installed.

Components for EX300 systemsConfirm that all components are on site and understand the layout of the rack beforeyou begin installation.

Component Description

Back-end (BE) switches forprivate network connection

Two Dell EMC S5148F 25 GbE 1U ethernet switches with 48 x 25 GbE SFP ports and 6 x 100GbE uplink ports

2 x 100 GbE LAG cables per HA pair

Front-end (FE) switches forcustomer public networkconnection

Two optional Dell EMC S5148F 25 GbE 1U ethernet switches can be obtained for networkconnection or the customer can provide their own 10 GbE or 25 GbE HA pair for the front end.

If the customer provides their own front-end switches, they must supply all LAG cables, SFPs,or external connection cables.

If Dell EMC S5148F 25 GbE front-end switches are used, the 25 GbE ports are configured torun at 10 GbE to connect to the EX300 nodes, and 2 x 100 GbE LAG cables are provided.

Nodes Minimum number of nodes per rack is 5 with increments of 1 node up to a maximum of 16nodes.

Twelve SATA hard disk drives (HDDs) in each node.

EX300 minimum and maximum configurationsThe following diagram represents a 40U rack with the optional service tray installed.



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CHAPTER 2

Rail Installation

This chapter describes how to install the rails into the customer racks.

l Optional, Dell EMC PDU rail assembly installation...............................................16l Installing rails for an EX300 rack........................................................................ 20

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Optional, Dell EMC PDU rail assembly installationIf the customer is using a Dell EMC PDU, PDU rail assembly installation includes therails, the PDU support assembly, and the front tray. PDU assemblies are installed in allbays. If a Dell EMC PDU is not being used, ignore this section.

Dell EMC PDU rail and component locationThe Dell EMC 2U PDU component is installed below the back-end switches.

A 42U or greater rack is required if a Dell EMC 2U PDU is provided, and there will be16 servers added to the rack, or if you are planning to expand to 16 servers at somefuture time.

If installing the Dell EMC PDU, be sure to install the PDU:

l With a 1U empty space between the bottom and back-end switch and the PDU.

l In the 18U and 19U leaving a 1U empty space at the bottom.

Rail Installation


Figure 1 PDU component location

Rail Installation

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Installing the EMC PDU railsProcedure

1. Locate the PDU assembly and separate the PDU rails from the PDU supportassembly.

Figure 2 Installing the EMC PDU rails

2U PDU space

Front view

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2U PDU space

Rear view

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2. Adjust the length of the PDU rails to the customer rack.

3. From the front of the rack, align the PDU rail and loosely install four screws(two each side) in the lower two holes of the highest U.

4. Extend the rail to the rear channel and loosely install four screws adjacent toeach of the alignment pins. (This leaves the two center holes open.)

Installing the EMC PDU support assemblyProcedure

1. From the rear of the system, insert the left side of the PDU support assemblyonto the PDU rails and gently slide it 3/4 onto the rail.

2. From the rear of the system, insert the right side of the PDU support assemblyonto the PDU rails and gently slide it 3/4 onto the rail.

Rail Installation


Figure 3 Installing the EMC PDU support assembly onto the rails

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Front Front

Rear Rear

3. slide both halves of the PDU support assembly halfway out of the rack so that itis still supported by the rails and you have access to the center rail screw holes.Then, using a Phillips head 4" or less screwdriver, use the eight (8) silversecuring screws (4 on each side), to attach the two halves together.

4. Push the assembly completely into the rack and secure using four (4) blacksecuring screws (2 on each side).

Figure 4 Completing EMC PDU support assembly installation

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Installing the PDU front trayProcedure

1. Locate the front PDU tray and fasteners.

2. Install the tray and secure it to the PDU support assembly with four (4) screws.

Figure 5 Installing the front PDU tray

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3. Install two universal bezel clips in the bottom U of the 2U PDU space.

Installing rails for an EX300 rackInstall all rails for nodes and switches.

Install and secure rails in the following order:

1. Install all rails for EX300 nodes.

2. Secure all rails for EX300 nodes to the rack.

3. Install all rails for front and back-end switches.

4. Sucure all rails for front and back-end switches to the rack.

Do not install any nodes or switches until all rails are installed in the rack.

Install rails for EX300 nodesInstall all EX300 rails before you secure them to the rack.

The rails are labeled left and right, and cannot be interchanged. The front side of eachrail is labeled Left Front or Right Front when the rail faces the cabinet front.

Rail Installation


Procedure

1. Determine where to mount the system, and mark the location at the front andback of the cabinet.

Note

Install the left rail assembly first.

2. Fully extend the rear sliding bracket of the rail.

3. Position the rail end piece labeled Left Front facing inward and orient the rearend piece to align with the holes on the rear cabinet flanges.

4. Push the rail straight toward the rear of the rack until the latch locks in place.

Figure 6 Installing the rear end of the rail

5. For the front end piece, rotate the latch outward and pull the rail forward untilthe pins slide into the flange, and release the latch to secure the rail in place.

Figure 7 Installing the front end of the rail

6. Repeat the preceding steps to install the right rail assembly.

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7. Repeat all steps to install rails for all EX300 nodes.

Secure the rail assemblies to the cabinetThe supplied screws and washers are used to secure the rail assemblies to the frontand rear of the cabinet.

Note

For square hole cabinets, install the supplied conical washer before installing thescrew. For unthreaded round hole cabinets, install only the screw without the conicalwasher.

Procedure

1. Align the screws with the designated U spaces on the front and rear rackflanges.

Ensure that the screw holes on the tab of the system retention bracket areseated on the designated U spaces.

2. Insert and tighten the two screws using the Phillips #2 screwdriver.

Figure 8 Installing screws

Install rails for switchesAfter you install all node rails, install the rails for the switches.

Dell EMC S5148F switches for ECS are installed with the Dell EMC Gen 3.14 sliding railsystem.The Dell EMC S5148F switches are required for the two back-end switches. Thecustomer has the option of using their own switches for the two front-end switches.

CAUTION

If the customer has chosen to install their own front-end switches, make sure toreview all of the front-end switch requirements, including Request for ProductQualification (RPQ) and cabling requirements, listed in the ECS EX-series EX300and EX3000 Hardware Guide.

Rail Installation


Install rails for the S5148f switchesYou will install Dell EMC Gen 3.14 rails to support S5148f switches in the rack.

Procedure

1. Separate the inner and outer rails.

You will attach the inner rails to the switch before you install it in the rack.

2. Clip the rail to the front of the rack.

There is label on the rail that reads INSTALL DEVICE THIS END. You will besliding the switch into the rack from the front, so that label should be at thefront of the rack.

a. Align the support screws with the correct location on the rack.

b. Press down on the label that reads PUSH to open the rail clip.

c. Guide the support screws at the end of the rail into the rack holes until theclip snaps to the rack and holds the rail in place.

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3. Extend the rail until the back end of the rail clips to the back of the rack.

4. Repeat these steps to install the second rail on the other side of the rack.

5. Repeat until all switch rails are installed.

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CHAPTER 3

PDU, node, and switch installation

This chapter describes how to install 2U PDUs, nodes, and switches into the customerracks.

l Optional, PDU component installation................................................................26l Installing nodes and switches............................................................................. 27

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Optional, PDU component installationIf the optional PDU component was ordered with ECS, you will need to unpack andinstall it.

Single-phase power connectorsSystems with single-phase power components include an integrated PDU componentwith three AC Main connectors (P1, P2, P3) for each power zone.



Installing the EMC PDU componentsSingle-phase PDUs are shipped with the P1, P2, and P3 attached cables. Three-phasePDUs are shipped with a single attached cable.

When installing PDU A and B, you need to route the AC cable up or down, dependingon customer connection choice.

Procedure

1. From the rear of the customer rack, align the pins on the PDU with thecorresponding holes at the back and side of PDU support assembly, and thenslide the PDU partially into place until the weight of the PDU is supported.

2. If installing a single-phase PDU:

a.CAUTION

During the cabling procedure in the next step, make sure the PDU doesnot slide out so far that its weight is not supported.

b. Push the PDU towards the front of the rack until it snaps into position. Youshould hear an audible click when the PDU is secured.

3. Repeat the previous steps for the RIGHT PDU (zone A).

Figure 9 Inserting the EMC PDU onto the EMC PDU support assembly

Installing nodes and switchesAfter you install all rails in the rack, install all switches and nodes.

Install switches and nodes in the following order:


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1. Install all switches.

2. Install all nodes.

Switch installationSecure your front and back-end switches in the rack.

Install switches in the rackMount inner rails on the switches, then install them in the rack.

Before you begin

Note

If you are installing front-end switches at the top of your rack, you will need a 5mtwinax to connect to the two nodes at the bottom of the rack.

There are two mounting points for the inner rails, one 28" and the other 31" from thefront rail. It is recommended to use the default 28" mounting points for the inner rails.

Once you have installed the switches, you can install the 1U bezels as described in thefollowing section: Installing the 1U bezel.

Procedure

1. Attach the inner rails to the switch.

Make sure the ears at the end of the rails are pointing outward and are installedat the back end of the switch.

a. Insert the mounting posts on the side of the switch into the large holes inthe rail.

b. Slide the rails toward the back of the switch to secure the mounting posts inthe smaller holes in the rail.



2. Slide the switch into the rails that are mounted in the rack.

3. Slide the switch into the rack until you can secure the back ears of the rail tothe rack with the two black screws on the rail. Secure the rail to the rack bytightening the black thumb screw on each rail.


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Installing the 1U bezelProcedure

1. Locate the left 1U bezel pod (only the left pods are marked). Line up the captivemounting screw with the mounting hole in the rails.



2. Depress the mounting hole access door so that it open upwards and attach thepod to the rail using the captive screw.

3. Repeat for the right pod.

4. Angle the 1U bezel and fit the right side of the 1U bezel into the right pod (1).

5. Depress bezel latch and slide the left side of the 1U bezel into the left pod untilit snaps into place (2).


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Install the nodesInstall all of the EX300 nodes in the rack.

Before you begin

If there will be empty chassis, you must install fillers in place of the nodes. If you areusing fillers, be sure to cover the front of the chassis with a 2U bezel as described in: Installing 2U bezels.

Note

There is no bezel to install in-front of the node.

CAUTION

Installing the node requires a lift and at least 2 people to complete the operation.

Procedure

1. At front of the cabinet, pull the inner slide rails out of the rack until they lockinto place.

Figure 10 Extend rails from the cabinet

2. Locate the rear rail standoff on each side of the system. Position the systemabove the rails and lower the rear rail standoffs into the rear J-slots on the slideassemblies.

3. Rotate the system downward until all the rail standoffs are seated in the J-slots.



Figure 11 Install the system in the rails

4. Push the system inward until the lock levers click into place.

5. Pull the blue slide release lock tabs forward on both rails and slide the systeminto the cabinet. The slam latches will engage to secure the system in thecabinet.

Note

Ensure that the inner rail slides completely into the middle rail. The middle raillocks if the inner rail is not fully engaged.


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Figure 12 Slide the system into the cabinet

Installing 2U bezels

There are two types of pods used when installing the 2U bezels. The first pod is usedfor devices that have status LEDs, such as a DAE. The second is used for devices thatdo not have status LEDs, such as an SPS. The main difference is that the pods for theLEDs are attached using one screw, and the non-LED pods use two screws.

Procedure

1. Locate the left 2U bezel pod (only the left pods are marked). Line up thecaptive mounting screw(s) (one screw for pods used with status LEDs, and twoscrews used for pods for non-LED devices) with the mounting holes in the rails.



Figure 13 Installing bezel pods (non-LED)

Figure 14 Installing bezel pods (LEDs)

2. For each mounting screw, depress the mounting hold access door so that itopen upwards and attach the pod to the rail using the captive screw.

3. Repeat for the right pod.

4. Angle the 2U bezel and fit the right side of the 2U bezel into the right pod (1).


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5. Depress the bezel latch and slide the left side of the 2U bezel into the left poduntil it snaps into place (2).

Cabling the rackConnect power and network cables.

For information related to power and network cabling, refer to the EX-Series HardwareGuide.

The EX-Series Hardware Guide contains cabling diagrams for power, network, andiDRAC cabling.

Cable labels and the Product Serial Number Tag (PSNT)Inside the accessory box that ships with the master node there is clear envelope whichcontains the cable labels and a bag labeled "OPEN ME FIRST that contains the PSNTblack tag.

l As you connect cables, make sure you label both ends of every cable to clearlyidentify the node or switch to which it should connect. Place the labels at least 14inches from the switch end of the cable to make sure the label is clearly visibleafter all cables are connected. Place the label 4 inches (between the other twolabels) from the connector on the node end.If you have leftover labels after you finish cabling the rack, secure the clearenvelope with the remaining labels inside the rack in the event of future expansion.If a service tray has been installed, it is recommended to store the remaining labelsin the service tray.

l Attach the PSNT in a clearly visible location on the back of the rack at the top.



CHAPTER 4

Bring the system online

This chapter describes how to configure the switches, and power the nodes on tobring the ECS system online.

l Bring the ECS system online.............................................................................. 38l Upload the switch configuration files................................................................. 38l Power on the nodes............................................................................................41

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Bring the ECS system onlineOnce you have built the ECS system in the racks, and used the necessary cabling toconnect the components, you must bring the system online. Bringing the systemonline includes the following operations.

1. Upload the switch configuration files.

2. Power on the nodes.

Upload the switch configuration filesOnce the switches have been installed and plugged in, you must upload theconfiguration files for the back-end switches. Optionally, you can also upload theconfiguration files for the front-end switches.

Validate the switches are powered onThere are no power buttons for the switches. The switches are turned on once theyhave been plugged in and connected to a power source.

A solid green color on the Power LED, and System LED indicates the switch is on andoperating normally.

Power LED System LED

Connect to the switch serial portThis section describes how to connect your service laptop to a serial port on an S5148switch. You must perform this procedure when the switch contains factory settings orcannot be accessed by telnet or ssh through the ECS back-end network.

1. Connect one end of a serial cable from the serial port on the switch. Connect theother end of the cable to your workstation.



Note

If the service laptop or workstation does not have a serial port, you can use a USB-to-Serial Adapter.

2. If using PuTTY, connect to an Interconnect or Administration switch.

a. Launch the PuTTY application.

3. Select Serial under the Session section.If not using PuTTY, select Serial in Basic Options under the Session section.

4. Expand the connection section and select Serial. Verify that the settings for theCOM port are:

l 115200 Baud

l 8 data bits

l no hardware flow control

Alternatively, if not using PuTTY, the generic serial settings are:

l Data rate: 115200

l Data bits: 8

l Parity: none

l Stop bits: 1

l Hardware flow control: none

5. Click Open to connect.

6. Press Enter to display the login prompt.

Load the switch configuration files

1. Connect to the switch serial port as described above.

2. Log into the switch with the Dell OS10 default credentials (admin/admin).

3. Confirm all switch configuration files are present on the switch.

OS10# dir config

Directory contents for folder: configDate (modified) Size (bytes) Name


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--------------------- ------------ ------------------------------------------2018-10-01T15:24:57Z 95535 ECSv3-fox-dell-s5148-x.x.xml2018-10-01T15:25:24Z 84928 ECSv3-hare-dell-s5148-x.x.xml2018-10-01T15:25:44Z 89288 ECSv3-hound-dell-s5148-x.x.xml2018-10-01T15:26:03Z 84532 ECSv3-rabbit-dell-s5148-x.x.xml2018-09-26T21:00:48Z 96609 startup.xml

where:

Configuration File Switch

ECSv3-fox-dell-s5148-x.x.xml fox - BE1

ECSv3-hare-dell-s5148-x.x.xml hare - FE2

ECSv3-hound-dell-s5148-x.x.xml hound - BE2

ECSv3-rabbit-dell-s5148-x.x.xml rabbit - FE1

and x.x is the version number in the configuration file names.

4. Copy the correct configuration file to overwrite the existing startup.xml file.In this example the fox - BE1 switch configuration file will overwrite the existingstartup.xml file.

OS10# copy config://ECSv3-fox-dell-s5148-v1.0.xml config://startup.xml

5. Reload the switch to load in the configuration.

OS10# reload

6. If there is any messaging to save any existing configuration, type n.

System configuration has been modified. Save? [yes/no]:n

7. When asked to reboot the system, type y.

Proceed to reboot the system? [confirm yes/no]:y

8. Once the switch has rebooted, log in with the default ECS credentials (admin/ChangeMe) to confirm the switch configuration was loaded correctly. You canvalidate the ECS switch configuration files uploaded correctly if:

l You could successfully log into the switch with the ECS login credentials(admin/ChangeMe).

l The switch hostname has changed from OS10 to the corresponding ECS switchname: fox, hound, rabbit, or hare.



Power on the nodesTo bring the system online you must power on the nodes after you have configuredthe switches.

Figure 15 EX300 node power button and LED light

Power buttonLED light

Turn the power button on. The LED displays a solid blue line when the node is poweredon.


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CHAPTER 5

Return shipping or packing materials

This chapter provides details on how to return shipping or packing materials.

l Preparing materials for pickup........................................................................... 44l Returning material from U.S. and Canada sites.................................................. 44l Returning material from international sites.........................................................44

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Preparing materials for pickupPrepare unused materials for pickup from the customer site.

Procedure

1. Place all packaging, trash, and unused material inside the cardboard shippingcartons.

2. Close each carton.

Returning material from U.S. and Canada sitesWhen returning material (RMA) from sites within the U.S. and Canada, submit theReturn Material Pickup Form to arrange pickup.

Procedure

1. From Inside Dell, navigate to Organizations > Central Traffic

Alternatively, click the link to Central Traffic.

2. Click Content > RMA Process.

3. Search for the RMA Pickup Request Form.

4. Complete the form and then send it to the appropriate RMA content listed atthe bottom of the form.

Returning material from international sitesWhen returning material (RMA) from sites outside of the U.S. and Canada, send anemail to RMA sales.

Procedure

l Send an email to RMA sales with details specific to the materials that you intend toreturn, and attach copies of the documents from the original import.

Provide details such as:

n Why were the materials imported?

n Why are the materials returning?

n To which organization within Dell EMC are you returning the goods?

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APPENDIX A

Mechanical lift

This section contains the following information.

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Working with the portable liftIf the enclosure with all of the FRUs removed is being installed, the chassis can beinstalled without using the lift. If the enclosure is populated with FRUs prior toinstalling, then this task requires the use of a portable lift.

The portable lift commonly used by service personnel is manufactured by Alum-A-Lift.Instructions for this lift are included in the lift kit. Refer to "http://www.corkc4.isus.emc.com/wiki/index.php/Lift_Tool". which describes the Liftequipment, the ordering process, and Links to training material. The Lift Tool TrainingVideo and Demo on Lift tool using the Voyager assembly (Voyager is the name givento a Disk enclosure used in several products), are also linked on this page.

Note

If you are using a portable lift other than the Alum-A-Lift, adapt these instructions asnecessary while following all required safety requirements.

CAUTION

The portable lift commonly used by service personnel has two configurations -one with the lower mast only and one with both the lower and upper masts. Thelower mast configuration is rated for 400 pounds and is for raising or loweringobjects 28U (49 inches) or less above the floor. The dual mast configuration israted well under 200 pounds and is for raising objects more than 28U (49 inches)above the floor.

l For installations at or below 49 inches, you must use the lower mastconfiguration.

l For installations above 49 inches, use the "Voyager" conversion kit, rated for225 pounds, and a support table with the lower mast configuration.

Planning your liftYou can use the lift positioned along the side of the enclosure or directly in the frontof it.

If possible, position the lift adjacent to the LONG side of the enclosure. This reducesthe front clearance required to 50". Aligning the portable lift perpendicular to thechassis also reduces the possibility of the chassis sliding off the lift and negates therequirement to adjust the arm width to approximately 17".

Table 1 Planning your lift

Liftposition

Required frontclearance

Arm tray width Notes

Side (long) 50" Greater than 18" Best practice, more stable

Front(short)

60" Between 16-17" Requires arm adjustment, less stableRefer to: Adjusting the arms for a frontal lift on page 48

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Figure 16 Best Practice: Using the portable lift adjacent to the long side of the enclosure

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Assembling and configuring the portable liftProcedure

1. Using the instructions provided with the lift kit, assemble the portable lift.

2. Configure the lift depending on the height to which the instrument must belifted.

Option Description

For installations at orbelow 49 inches (28U)above floor level:

You must use the lower (single) mastconfiguration.Refer to: Using the lift on an enclosure less than49" above the floor

For installations > 49inches (28U) above floorlevel:

Use the "Voyager" conversion kit and a supporttable kit with the lower (single) mast configuration.See: Using the lift on an enclosure more than 49"above the floor

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Option Description

Refer ro: Adjusting the portable lift

Reconfiguring the lift with Voyager kitIf you are using the Alum-A-Lift for installations or removals above 49 inches (28U),you must use the single (lower) mast configuration with the "Voyager" conversion kitand support table.

NOTICE

The "Voyager conversion kit," is used with multiple systems.

Procedure

1. Unpack the Voyager kit.

2. Use the instructions provided within the kit to reconfigure the lift.

Figure 17 Reconfiguring the portable lift with the Voyager conversion kit

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Adjusting the arms for a frontal liftIf you plan to use the mechanical lift directly in front of the cabinet, adjust the liftarm/tray width to just under 17 inches apart to ensure that the arms will stay underthe chassis. Figure 18 on page 49 shows an example of adjusting the lift arm/tray tojust under 17 inches.

Procedure

1. Add the two arms with rollers 17 inches apart measured from the outside edgeof each arm.

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2. Tighten the arms to secure them.

Figure 18 Adjusting the lift arm bar to just under 17 inches

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Using lift on an enclosure 49" or less above the floorYou may need to adjust the lift arm position depending on the height of the enclosurerails within the rack or cabinet.

Procedure

1. Orient the arm to the low rail position as follows:

a. Remove the bottom ball lock pin first, by pressing the plunger on the pin andpulling the pin out. It may be necessary to wiggle the pin with the plungerpressed to free it from its mounting hole.

b. Hold the arm with one hand while pressing the plunger on the top ball lockpin and pulling the pin out with the other hand. It may be necessary to wigglethe pin with the plunger pressed to free it from its mounting hole.

The arm will be free of the lift chassis.

c. Remove the arm from the lift and reverse it to achieve the desiredorientation. The adaptor will be attached to the arm. Do not remove theadaptor plate.

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d. Attach the arm to the lift chassis by aligning the mounting holes, pressingthe plunger, and inserting the ball lock pins into the holes. Insert the top pinfirst.

Figure 19 Adjusting the arm for a low rail position

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2. Remove the rotating handle by loosening the set screw and pulling the handlefrom the hex fitting.

3. Using the cordless drill that comes with the Voyager conversion kit, place thecordless drill over the hex fitting and use the drill to raise or lower the arm tothe required height.

4. Adjust the arm of the portable lift to the approximate height of the enclosureyou intend to move.

5. Attach the tray to the lift arm.

6. Lock all four casters by pressing down on the locking tab so the lift will not rollas the instrument is placed onto it.

Figure 20 Locking the Casters

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7. Pull the enclosure onto the lift (, and then secure the enclosure to the portablelift using the securing straps as follows:

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Figure 21 Removing an enclosure from rails 49" or less above the floor

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a. Place the strap around the lift and the enclosure.

b. Insert the free end of the securing strap into the slot on the ratchetmechanism. Pull the ratchet handle down to tighten the securing straparound the lift and the enclosure.

Figure 22 Tightening the Straps

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c. Make sure the enclosure is securely strapped to the lift before moving.Lower the lift to its lowest point of travel.

This allows the enclosure to be moved with minimal danger of tipping over.

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8. Unlock the casters by lifting up on the locking tabs and move the enclosure asrequired.

Figure 23 Unlocking the Casters

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9. Remove the securing strap by pulling up on the retaining key and pull theratchet handle upwards as needed.

Figure 24 Removing the Straps

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Using the lift on an Enclosure more than 49" above the floorIf you are using an Alum-A-Lift to work on a enclosure that is more than 49 inchesabove the floor, you must use the "Voyager" conversion kit and a support table withthe lower mast configuration.

Procedure

1. If necessary, orient the arm to the high-lift position as follows:

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Figure 25 Adjusting the arm for a high rail position

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a. Remove the bottom ball lock pin first, by pressing the plunger on the pin andpulling the pin out. It may be necessary to wiggle the pin with the plungerpressed to free it from its mounting hole.

b. Hold the arm with one hand while pressing the plunger on the top ball lockpin and pulling the pin out with the other hand. It may be necessary to wigglethe pin with the plunger pressed to free it from its mounting hole.

The arm with the adaptor attached will be free of the lift chassis.

c. Remove the arm from the lift and reverse it to achieve the desiredorientation.

d. Attach the arm to the lift chassis by aligning the mounting holes, pressingthe plunger, and inserting the ball lock pins into the holes. Insert the top pinfirst.

2. Remove the rotating handle (if necessary) by loosening the set screw andpulling the handle from the hex fitting.

3. Install and configure the arm trays as required for the lift.

4. Lock all four casters by pressing down on the locking tab so the lift will not rollas the instrument is placed onto it.

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Figure 26 Locking the Casters

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5. Using the cordless drill that comes with the Voyager conversion kit, place thecordless drill over the hex fitting and use the drill to raise or lower the arm tothe required height. With the enclosure extended from the rack on the rails, pullthe enclosure from the rails and onto the lift. Secure the enclosure to theportable lift using the securing straps as follows:

Figure 27 Removing an enclosure from rails more than 49" above the floor

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a. Place the securing strap around the lift and the enclosure.

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b. Insert the free end of the securing strap into the slot on the ratchetmechanism. Pull the ratchet handle down to tighten the securing straparound the lift and the enclosure.

Figure 28 Tightening the Straps

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c. Make sure the enclosure is securely strapped to the lift before moving. Usethe cordless drill to raise the arm to lift the enclosure from the support table.Once the enclosure is supported by the arm, lower the arm to the lowestpoint that still permits travel.

This allows the enclosure to be moved with minimal danger of tipping over.

6. Unlock the casters by lifting up on the locking tabs and move the enclosure asrequired.

Figure 29 Unlocking the Casters

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7. Move the enclosure to the support table. Use the drill to raise or lower theenclosure above the support table. Move the enclosure over the support table,and use the drill to lower the enclosure onto the table.

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Figure 30 Support Table

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8. Remove the securing strap by pulling up on the retaining key and pull theratchet handle upwards as needed.

Figure 31 Removing the Straps

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9. To move the enclosure to the deck or to a shipping pallet, the lift arm must be inthe lower mast position. Refer to

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