ExtremeSwitching 5720 Series Hardware Installation Guide
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Published June 01, 2024
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Preface
Audience
Text Conventions
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ExtremeSwitching 5720 Series Overview
5720-24MW Switch Features
5720-24MXW Switch Features
5720-48MW Switch Features
5720-48MXW Switch Features
Port Partitioning
Secure Boot
Power Supplies for Use with Your Switch
715 W AC Power Supplies
1100 W AC Power Supplies
2000 W AC Power Supply
Expansion Modules
Versatile Interface Modules
5720-VIM-2CE Versatile Interface Module
5720-VIM-6YE Versatile Interface Module
Solid-State Drives
LRM/MACsec Adapter
Maximum Capacity for Using the LRM/MACsec Adapter
Limitations for Some Optical Devices
LRM/MACsec Adapter LEDs
Site Preparation
Plan Your Site
Operating Environment Requirements
Meet Building and Electrical Codes
Set Up the Wiring Closet
Control the Temperature
Control the Humidity Level
Protect Your System from ESD (Electrostatic Discharge)
Rack Specifications and Recommendations
Mechanical Recommendations for the Rack
Ground the Rack
Provide Adequate Space for the Rack
Secure the Rack
Evaluate and Meet Cable Requirements
Label Cables and Keep Accurate Records
Install Cable
Handle Fiber Optic Cable
Cable Distances and Types
Use RJ45 Connector Jackets
Prevent Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
Meet Power Requirements
Requirements for PoE Devices
Power Supply Requirements
Power Cord Requirements
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) Requirements
Select a UPS
Calculate Volt-Amperage Requirements
Provide a Suitable UPS Transition Time
Follow Applicable Industry Standards
Build Stacks
Introduction to Stacking
Build Basic Stacks
Slot Numbers in Stacks
Primary/Backup Switch Redundancy
SummitStack Topologies
Ring Topology: Recommended for Stacking
Daisy Chain Topology: Not Recommended for Stacking
SummitStack Terms
Planning to Create Your Stack
Enable and Disable the Stacking-Support Option
Recommendations for Placing Switches for Stacked Operation
Recommendations for Configuring Stacks
Combining Switches from Different Series
Select Stacking Cables
Using the Extreme Stacking Tool
Set up the Physical Stack
Connecting the Switches to Form the Stack Ring
Examples of Valid Stacking Configurations
Example: Basic Stack with Four Switches
Example: Basic Stack with Eight Switches
Example: Stacked Switches across Several Racks
Connect Your Stack to the Management Network
Install Your Switch
Safety Considerations for Installation
What You Will Need for the Installation
Attach the Switch to a Rack or Cabinet
Install Optional Components
Install Internal AC Power Supplies
Connect Network Interface Cables
Turn on the Switch
Activate and Verify the Switch
Connect to a Management Console
Log in for the First Time on Switch Engine
Configure the Switch's IP Address for the Management VLAN
Change the Switch OS via the Bootloader Menu
Change the Switch OS via the Startup Menu
Log In for the First Time on Fabric Engine
Install Expansion Modules
Install a Versatile Interface Module in a 5720 Series Switch
Install an SSD Module
Replace Internal AC Power Supplies
Replace a 715 W AC Power Supply
Replace an 1100 W AC Power Supply
Replace a 2000 W AC Power Supply
Replace Fan Modules
Pre-Installation Requirements
Airflow Direction Requirements
Replace a Fan Module
Replace a Versatile Interface Module or Solid-State Drive
Monitor the Device
5720 Series LEDs
Extreme 5720 Series Technical Specifications
5720 Series Technical Specifications
Acoustic Noise and Fan Speed
CPU and Memory
Mean Time Between Failures
Power Specifications
LRM/MACsec Adapter Technical Specifications
Environmental
Standards
Power Cord Requirements for AC-Powered Switches and AC Power Supplies
Console Connector Pinouts
Safety and Regulatory Information
Considerations Before Installing
General Safety Precautions
Maintenance Safety
Fiber Optic Ports and Optical Safety
GBIC, SFP (Mini-GBIC), QSFP+, XENPAK, and XFP Regulatory Compliance
Cable Routing for LAN Systems
Install Power Supply Units and Connect Power
Select Power Supply Cords
Battery Notice
Battery Warning - Taiwan
EMC Warnings
Japan (VCCI Class A)
Korea EMC Statement
Monitor the Device
The following topics help you monitor the status of the 5720 Series while it is operating.
