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Installing the NE1064TO in a Lenovo System x or Power Rack ..Installing the NE1064TO in a Lenovo iDataPlex Rack ..Installing the Air-Duct Option ....
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Removing the NE1064TO from a Standard Equipment Rack ..63 Removing the NE1064TO from a Lenovo System x or Power Rack ..64 Removing the NE1064TO from a Lenovo iDataPlex Rack..66 Removing the Air-Duct Option .
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Statement 5 CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
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Multiple devices extended into the service position can cause your rack cabinet to tip. If you are not using the Lenovo 9308 rack cabinet, securely anchor the rack cabinet to ensure its stability.
Chapter 1. ThinkSystem NE1064TO This Installation Guide provides information about the Lenovo ThinkSystem NE1064TO RackSwitch (referred to as NE1064TO throughout this document). The NE1064TO uses a wire-speed, non-blocking switching fabric that provides simultaneous wire-speed transport of multiple packets at low latency on all ports.
The console output described or referenced in this document might differ slightly from that displayed by your system. Output varies according to the type of Lenovo chassis and the firmware versions and options that are installed. Notices and Statements in this Document The following notices and statements are used in this document: ...
Switch Unit The NE1064TO is a 1U rack-mountable GbE switch. You can mount the switch in either the horizontal or vertical orientation. The following illustrations show the features on the front and rear of the switch. Figure 1. ThinkSystem NE1064TO front panel Management 48x10-G Base-T ports 6x100-G QSFP28 ports...
RJ45 Management Port The RJ45 management port on the front panel supports 10/100/1000BASE-T, in-line switch management. To attach an RJ45 connector to the switch, push the RJ45 cable connector into the port connector until it clicks into place. To disconnect the RJ45 cable, squeeze the release tab and gently pull the cable connector out of the switch connector.
Service LEDs The service LEDs are located on the front side of the switch, as part of the management panel. They indicated the status of various switch hardware components. Figure 9. NE1064TO Front Side Panel Service LEDs Service Required Status Fan Status Power Supply Status Stacking Status...
Switching Ports The NE1064TO contains the following: Forty-eight 10G Base-T Six 100 GbE Quad Small Form Pluggable 28 (QSFP28) ports Note: Only four out of the six QSFP28 ports can be used in breakout mode since the maximum number of supported ports is 64. QSFP28 ports can be populated with optical QSFP28 modules or Direct-Attach Cables (DACs), including those that allow the port to be used as four 25 GbESFP28/10 GbE SFP+ ports, two 50 GbE QSFP28 ports, or as a single 40 GbE...
Rear Panel The rear panel includes the following components: two hot-swap power supply modules five hot-swap fan modules Figure 12. NE1064TO Rear Side Panel Components Power Supply Power Supply Module Module Module Module Module Module #2 Module #1 NE1064TO Installation Guide...
The rear panel of the NE1064TO has two bays for hot-swap power supply models. Each power supply module has an individual IEC 320 C14 power connector. The power cord attaches to a universal grounded AC power source. Compatible power options are listed in the Lenovo Networking Catalog. Statement 5 CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device.
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Figure 14. Power Supply Rear View The rear panel LEDs are described in the following table: Table 7. Power Supply Rear Status LEDs behavior State Functional Meaning Power supply Steady green Power supply normal operation Flashing green Power supply in standby mode (once per second) Flashing green Firmware update in progress...
Installing the switch in one of the supported rack types “Installing the NE1064TO in a Standard Equipment Rack” on page 37 “Installing the NE1064TO in a Lenovo System x or Power Rack” on page 40 “Installing the NE1064TO in a Lenovo iDataPlex Rack” on page 44 ...
Before Installing the NE1064TO Attention: Product information is required in order to register your NE1064TO, update its firmware, place a service call, or replace the unit. Some of the product information labels may be hidden from view once the NE1064TO is installed. To prevent the need to remove the switch in order to read required product information, locate and record the information shown on Table 8 prior to installation.
Print this page and record product information below. Keep the information in a safe place for future reference. You will need this information when you register the switch or open a service call with Lenovo. Table 8. Important product information...
Environmental Requirements This section describes the basic environmental requirements for the NE1064TO. Make sure the location where you install the switch meets the following requirements: Install the switch unit in a dry, clean, well-ventilated area. Provide adequate space in the front and back of the switch unit, to ensure proper ...
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices Attention: Static electricity can damage the switch and other electronic devices. To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until you are ready to install them. To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions: Limit your movement.
For a standard 19-inch equipment rack, use the 2-post rack mounting brackets and screws included with the switch. Installation instructions begin on page For a Lenovo System x or Power 4-post rack, use the Lenovo Adjustable 19” 4-Post Rail Kit. This kit must be purchased separately. Installation instructions...
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Statement 26 CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. To install the NE1064TO in a standard equipment rack, complete the following steps: 1. Locate, record, and retain the product switch information in order to configure and register your product.
Installing the NE1064TO in a Lenovo System x or Power Rack This section describes how to install the NE1064TO in a Lenovo System x or Power 4-post rack, using the Lenovo Adjustable 19” 4-Post Rail Kit. This kit must be purchased separately. It includes the following parts: Table 10.
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3. From the front, slide the switch into the rack at the desired height. 4. Secure the switch to the front rack posts with M6 screws (Item 3) and either clip nuts (Item 4) or cage nuts (Item 5). Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm ± 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds).
Installing the NE1064TO in a Lenovo iDataPlex Rack This section describes how to install the NE1064TO in a Lenovo iDataPlex rack. The iDataPlex mounting kit allows the switch to be mounted either horizontally or vertically. The kit must be purchased separately. It includes the following parts: Table 11.
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5. Attach the rear alignment plate (Item 6) to the rear rack posts with M6 screws (Item 3), and clip nuts (Item 4). Torque the screws to approximately 5.7 Nm +/- 0.1 Nm (50 inch-pounds). 6. If installing the 1U air-duct option, see the instruction on page 7.
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Statement 26 CAUTION: Do not place any object on top of rack-mounted devices. To install the 1U air-duct option in a 19” rack, complete the following steps: 1. Loosen and remove the mounting screws from both sides of the mounting rail and set them aside to reuse for securing the foam carrier in the next step.
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6. Gently slide the air-duct unit side flanges into the card guides until the unit is seated firmly. Make sure that the foam strip is oriented on top. Foam Card guides thumbscrews Side flanges 7. Secure the air-duct unit to the air-duct brackets with the two M4 thumbscrews. NE1064TO Installation Guide...
This section covers the basic types of connectors that can be installed on the switch. We recommend you to consult the Lenovo Networking Products and Options Catalog for the full list of supported transceivers, DACs or Active Optical Cables cables.
Installing a Transceiver Note: To avoid damage to a transceiver, do not connect the cable before you install the transceiver. Statement 3 CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: ...
Removing the switch from one of the supported rack types “Removing the NE1064TO from a Standard Equipment Rack” on page 63 “Removing the NE1064TO from a Lenovo System x or Power Rack” on page 64 “Removing the NE1064TO from a Lenovo iDataPlex Rack” on page 66 ...
Removing Port Transceivers Statement 3 CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
Removing the Power Supply Module Statement 5 CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
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To Connect: To Disconnect: 1.Turn OFF all power sources and 1.Turn OFF all power sources and equipment that is to be attached to equipment that is to be attached to this product. this product. For ac systems, remove all power ...
Replacing the Fan Module To replace a hot-swap fan module, complete the following steps: 1. Select an empty fan module bay on the rear of the switch. If the target bay is covered by a blank fan filler plate, loosen the retainer screw and slide the filler plate out of the slot.
Removing the NE1064TO from a Lenovo System x or Power Rack This section describes how to remove the NE1064TO from a Lenovo System x or Power 4-post rack. To remove the NE1064TO from a System x or Power rack, complete the following steps: 1.
Removing the NE1064TO from a Lenovo iDataPlex Rack This section describes how to remove the NE1064TO from a Lenovo iDataPlex rack. To remove the NE1064TO from an iDataPlex rack, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect all external cables. 2. If the 1U air-duct option has been installed, remove it as described in “Removing...
Removing the Air-Duct Option The NE1064TO supports an optional 1U air duct to maximize air flow conditions in a Lenovo Power Systems Group rack. To remove an installed 1U air-duct option from a 19” rack, complete the following steps. 1. Loosen the M4 thumbscrews securing the air-duct unit to the mounting brackets.
Connecting to the Switch Use the switch Command-Line Interface (CLI) to perform additional configuration tasks. You can access the CLI in any of the following ways: Telnet connection over the network Serial connection via the serial port on the switch (this option is always ...
Updating Firmware If ONIE firmware updates are available, you can download them from the Lenovo website. To check for firmware and documentation updates, go to the Lenovo website: http://support.lenovo.com/ Note: Changes are made periodically to the Lenovo website. Procedures for locating firmware and documentation might vary slightly from what is described in this document.
The GRUB Menu The Lenovo ThinkSystem NE1064TO RackSwitch uses the GNU GRUB bootloader. GNU GRUB version 2.02 +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ |*ONIE: Install OS | ONIE: Rescue | ONIE: Uninstall OS | ONIE: Update ONIE | ONIE: Embed ONIE +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ Use the ^ and v keys to select which entry is highlighted.
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You can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the troubleshooting procedures that Lenovo provides in the online help or in the Lenovo product documentation. The Lenovo product documentation also describes the diagnostic tests that you can perform. The documentation for most systems, operating systems, and programs contains troubleshooting procedures and explanations of error messages and error codes.
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(TBW). A device that has exceeded this limit might fail to respond to system-generated commands or might be incapable of being written to. Lenovo is not responsible for replacement of a device that has exceeded its maximum guaranteed number of program/erase cycles, as documented in the Official Published Specifications for the device.
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If Lenovo determines that the levels of particulates or gases in your environment have caused damage to the device, Lenovo may condition provision of repair or replacement of devices or parts on implementation of appropriate remedial measures to mitigate such environmental contamination.
This product may not be certified in your country for connection by any means whatsoever to interfaces of public telecommunications networks. Further certification may be required by law prior to making any such connection. Contact a Lenovo representative or reseller for any questions. NE1064TO Installation Guide...
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used to meet FCC emission limits. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
Grenzwerte der Klasse A der Norm gemäß Richtlinie. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung...
Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Meitnerstr. 9, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse A.
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) Statement This is electromagnetic wave compatibility equipment for business (Type A). Sellers and users need to pay attention to it. This is for any areas other than home. Russia Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Class A statement People’s Republic of China Class A electronic emission statement Taiwan Class A compliance statement NE1064TO Installation Guide...
Physical Characteristics The physical characteristics of the NE1064TO are listed in the following table. Table 13. Physical characteristics Specification Physical characteristics Dimensions (H x W x D) 4.3 x 44 x 48.2 cm (1.7 x 17.32 x 19 in) Weight 9.2 kg (20 lb) maximum Airflow Available options for rear to front...
Power Specifications The power specifications for the NE1064TO are listed in the following table. Table 15. NE1064TO AC power specifications Specification Measurement Number of power supplies 2 (1+1 load sharing/redundant) AC-input frequency (universal) 50–60 Hz AC-input voltage (universal) 100–240 VAC AC inrush current 8.34 A @ 120VAC (typical) 17.9 A @ 230VAC (typical)