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SecureS t ack C2 Redundant Power System C2RPS-SYS Inst allation Guide C2RPS-CHAS8 C2RPS-PSM Powe r 9033977-01 Caution: Do not use this product with SecureS t ack C2 PoE devices. Any SecureS tack C2 device with a “P” suffix in the model number (C2xxxx-xxP) indi cates a SecureS tack C2 PoE-compliant device and is not compatible with this power sy[...]
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i Notice Enterasys Networks reserv es the right to make changes in specifica tions and other information contained in this document and its web site without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Enterasys Netw orks [...]
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ii Regulatory Compliance Information Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notice This device com plies with Pa r t 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, a[...]
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iii Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) This product complies with the following: 47 CF R Pa r t s 2 and 15, CSA C108.8, 89/336/EEC, EN 55022, EN 61000 ‐ 3 ‐ 2, EN 61000 ‐ 3 ‐ 3, EN 55024, AS/NZS CISPR 22, VCCI V ‐ 3. Compatibilidad[...]
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iv Declaration of Conformity Application of Co uncil Directiv e(s): 89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC Manufacturer’s Na me: Enterasys Networks, Inc. Manufacturer ’ s Address: 50 Minuteman Road Andover, MA 01810 USA European Representativ e Address: Enterasys Networks, Ltd. Nexus House, Newbury Busi[...]
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v Enterasys Networks, Inc. Firmware License Agreement BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCL OSED PRODUCT , CAREFULL Y READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT . This document is an agreement (“ Agreement”) betwee n the end user (“Y ou”) and Enterasys Network s, Inc. ?[...]
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vi 3. APPLICABLE LAW. This Agreem ent shal l be interpreted and governed under the laws and in the state and federal cour ts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts wit hout regard to its conflicts of laws provisions. You acc[...]
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vii 8. AUDIT RIGHTS. You here by acknowl edge that the intellectual property rights associated with the Program are of critical value to Enterasys and, accordingly, You hereby agree to maintain complete books, records and accounts [...]
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ix Contents About this Guide Using This Guide ............ ............. ................ ............. ................ ............. ................ ........... ............ ....... xi Structure of This Guide ................ ................ ............. ................ ............. ................ ............. ....... .......... xi Using [...]
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x Figures 1-1 SecureStack C2RPS-CHAS8 (front view without PSMs) ........ ................ ............. ................ .. 1-2 1-2 SecureStack C2RPS-CHAS8 (rear view with eigh t PSMs) ........ ............. ............. ................ .. 1-2 1-3 C2RPS-PSM (front view) .............. ................ ... ....... ................ ............. ..[...]
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SecureStack C2 Installation Guide xi About this Guide This guide provides an ov erview , installati on and troubleshooting instructions, and specifications for the Enterasys SecureStack C2RPS ‐ SYS redundant power system components: chassis (C2RPS ‐ CHAS8), [...]
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Using the SecureStack C2 Manual Set xii About this Guide Using the SecureS t ack C2 Manual Set Other manuals have been dev eloped for the SecureStack C2 non ‐ PoE switch devices that can be connected to the RPS for pow er redundancy . The SecureStack C2 ?[...]
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Conventions Used in This Guide SecureStack C2 Installation Guide xiii Conventions Used in This Guide The following conventions are used in this guide: Note: Calls the reader ’s attention to any item of information that may be of special import ance. Caution: Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipme[...]
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SecureStack C 2 Installation Guide 1-1 1 Introduction This chapter provides a functional overview of the Re dundant Pow e r System (RPS), which includes the following: RPS Overview The RPS provides a si mple and e conomical solution for prov iding ?[...]
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RPS Overview 1-2 Introduction C2RPS-CHAS8 Chassis The chassis is a an eight ‐ slot frame without AC power connections or electronics. The chassis can be installed in a standar d 19 ‐ inch rack and populated with up to eight PSMs. [...]
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RPS Overview SecureStack C 2 Installation Guide 1-3 C2RPS-PSM Power Supply Module The PSM provides the following: •H o t sw ap capability . •O n e 12 Vdc, 150 Wa t t s of maximum ‐ continuous power output to a connected SecureStack C2 switch device. • Fr[...]
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RPS Deployment Strategies 1-4 Introduction RPS Deployment St rategies The RPS can be deploy ed in a va r i e t y of situations with mission ‐ critical applications. For example: •F o r use in a voice and data netw ork where switches are connected [...]
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Getting Help SecureStack C 2 Installation Guide 1-5 Getting Help For additional support related to the devices or thi s document, contact Enterasys Networks us ing one of the following methods: Before contacting Enterasys Networks for technical support, [...]
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Getting Help 1-6 Introduction[...]
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SecureStack C 2 Installation Guide 2-1 2 Installation This chapter provides the installation instructions to install all the components of an RPS. To correctly install an RPS, follow the order of information listed below . Required T ools A flat ‐ [...]
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Installing C2RPS-PSMs 2-2 Installation 3. P erform a visual inspection of the switch devices for any signs of physical damage. Contact Enterasy s Netw orks if there are any sig ns of da mage . Refer to “ Getting Help ” on page 1 ?[...]
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Installing C2RPS-PSMs SecureStack C 2 Installation Guide 2-3 5. Proceed to “ Installing C2RPS ‐ CHAS8 into the Rack ” on page 2 ‐ 4 for the rack mount installation instructions. Figure 2-1 C2RPS- PSM Inst allation Replacing an Inst alled C2RPS-PSM To replace a PS M inst[...]
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Installing C2RPS-CHAS8 into the Rack 2-4 Installation 3. Pull the PSM out and remove it from the chassis. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each additional PSM yo u plan to remove. To install a PSM, proceed as follows: 1. Align the [...]
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Installing C2RPS-CHAS8 into the Rack SecureStack C 2 Installation Guide 2-5 •A n amb ient temperature of between 5 ° C (41 ° F) and 40 ° C (104 ° F) must be maintained at the installation site with fluctuations of less than 10 ° C (18 ° F) per ?[...]
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Connecting the PSM Cables and AC Power Cords 2-6 Installation Figure 2-2 Fastening the C2RPS-CHAS8 to the Rack Connecting the PSM Cables and AC Power Cords The PSMs are connected to the SecureStack Ethernet switch devices using PSM cables. To connect the PSMs, proceed as ?[...]
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Connecting the PSM Cables and AC Power Cords SecureStack C 2 Installation Guide 2-7 5. On certain switches, an LED indicator will show that a redundant pow er supply is now in operation. . Figure 2-3 C2RPS-PSM Cable Figure 2-4 Power Connectors on C2RPS-PSM (rear view) Note: No chan[...]
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Connecting the PSM Cables and AC Power Cords 2-8 Installation Figure 2-5 C2RPS-PSM Cable and AC Power Cord Co nnections 1 Switch device 4 Switch device Redundant Power Sup ply connector 2 PSM cable 5 AC power cord (type varies depending on country) 3 PSM Redundant Power Su pply connector 6 AC power outlet with ground connection (type varies dependi[...]
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SecureStack C2 Installation Guide A-1 A Specifications This appendix provides information about the foll owing: Enterasys Netw orks reserves the right to change the specifications at any time without notice. C2RPS-CHAS8 Chassis S pecifications Ta b l e A ‐ 1 provides [...]
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C2RPS-PSM Specifications A-2 Specifications C2RPS-PSM Specifications Refer to Ta b l e A ‐ 2 for the input/output port specifications. C2RPS-PSM Redundant Power Supply Output Connector For pin location and function, refer to Figu re A ‐ 1 and Ta b l e A ‐ 3 , respectively[...]
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Compliance Standards SecureStack C2 Installation Guide A-3 Compliance S t andards The C2RPS ‐ PSM meets the safety and electromagnetic compati bility (EMC) requirements listed in Ta b l e A ‐ 4 : T able A-3 C2RPS-PSM Redundant Power Supply Connector Pin Funct ions Pin Number Function 1 Ground 2 No[...]
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Compliance Standards A-4 Specifications[...]