Compatibility Matrix-3 PDF

HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series
Installation Guide
Part number: 5998-7094

Document version: 6W102-20150318
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Contents
Preparing for installation 1
Safety recommendations 1
Examining the installation site 1
Temperature and humidity 2
Cleanliness 2
EMI 3
Laser safety 3
Installing the switch 4
Installing the switch in a 19-inch rack5
Mounting brackets and cable management bracket 5
Rack mounting rail kit 7
Rack-mounting clearance requirements 8
Rack-mounting procedures at a glance 9
Installing the installation accessories for the HP 7904 switch 10
Installing the installation accessories for the HP 7910 switch 12
Rack-mounting the HP 7904 switch 13
Rack-mounting the HP 7910 switch 15
Grounding the switch 19
Grounding the switch with a grounding strip 20
Grounding the switch by using the PE wire of an AC power cord 20
Installing FRUs 22
Attaching an ESD wrist strap 22
Installing switching fabric modules for the HP 7910 switch 22
Installing one switching fabric module 23
Installing two switching fabric modules 23
Installing fan trays 25
Installing the HP 7904 fan tray 25
Installing the HP 7910 fan tray 26
Installing a power supply 27
Connecting the power cord 29
Connecting an AC power cord to the switch 29
Installing an LPU 30
Verifying the installation 31
Replacing FRUs 32
Replacing a fan tray 32
Replacing the HP 7904 fan tray 32
Replacing the HP 7910 fan tray 33
Replacing a switching fabric module 33
Replacing a power supply 34
Replacing an LPU 35
Accessing the switch for the first time 37
Setting up the configuration environment 37
Connecting the console cable 37
Setting terminal parameters 38
Powering on the switch 38
Configuring the switch 39
Configuring login authentication modes 39
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Configuring the basic access function 40

Configuration example 40
Verifying the network configuration 41
Connecting the switch to the network 41
Connecting the switch to the network through an optical fiber 41
Testing connectivity 42
Setting up an IRF fabric 43

IRF fabric setup flowchart 43
Planning IRF fabric setup 44
Planning IRF fabric size and the installation site 44
Identifying the master switch and planning IRF member IDs 44
Planning IRF topology and connections 45
Identifying physical IRF ports on the member switches 45
Installing IRF member switches 45
Configuring basic IRF settings 46
Connecting the physical IRF ports 46
Verifying the IRF fabric configuration 46
Maintenance and troubleshooting 48
Configuration terminal problems 48
No display on the configuration terminal 48
Garbled display on the configuration terminal 48
Power supply failure 49
Fan tray failure 49
Switching fabric module failure 50
LPU failure 50
Interface failure 50
Support and other resources 52
Contacting HP 52
Subscription service 52
Related information 52
Documents 52
Websites 52
Conventions 53
Appendix A Chassis views and technical specifications 55
Chassis views 55
HP 7904 55
HP 7910 56
Technical specifications 57
Weights 57
Dimensions 58
Ports and slots 58
Power consumptions 59
Heat dissipation 60
Temperature and humidity 60
Noise 60
Other specifications 61
Cooling system 61
Cooling system for the HP 7904 switch 61
Cooling system for the HP 7910 switch 62
Appendix B FRUs and compatibility matrixes 64
LPUs 64
Switching fabric modules 64
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Power supplies 65
Fan trays 66
Transceiver modules 66
Appendix C Ports and LEDs 71

Ports 71
Console port 71
Management Ethernet port 71
USB port 71
LEDs 72
HP 7904 chassis LEDs 72
HP 7910 switching fabric module LEDs 73
LPU LEDs 74
Power supply LEDs 75
Index 76
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Preparing for installation

The HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series includes the models in Table 1.
Table 1 HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series models
Product code
HP description
RMN
Alias
JG682A
HP FlexFabric 7904 Switch Chassis
BJNGA-AC0012
HP 7904
JG841A
HP FlexFabric 7910 Switch Chassis
BJNGA-AC0013
HP 7910
IMPORTANT:
For regulatory identification purposes, the switches are assigned RMNs. These regulatory numbers should
not be confused with the marketing names HP FlexFabric 7904 and HP FlexFabric 7910, or the product
codes JG682A and JG841A.
Safety recommendations
To avoid equipment damage and bodily injury, read the following safety recommendations before
installation. Note that the recommendations do not cover every possible hazardous condition.
Before cleaning the switch, remove all power cords from the switch. Do not clean the switch with wet
cloth or liquid.
Do not place the switch near water or in a damp environment. Prevent water or moisture from
entering the switch.
Do not place the switch on an unstable case or desk. The switch might be severely damaged in case
of a fall.
Ensure good ventilation of the equipment room and keep the air inlet and outlet vents of the switch
free of obstruction.
Make sure the input voltage is in the required range.
To avoid electrical shocks, do not open the chassis while the switch is operating or when the switch
is just powered off.
When replacing FRUs, including cards, power supplies, and fan trays, wear an ESD wrist strap to avoid
ESD damage. For information about wearing an ESD wrist strap, see "Attaching an ESD wrist strap."
Examining the installation site

Make sure the installation site meets the following requirements:
Adequate clearance is reserved at the air inlet and outlet vents for ventilation.
The rack has a good ventilation system.
The rack has enough space to accommodate the switch. For information about switch dimensions
and requirements for the rack, see "Installing the switch."
Identify the hot aisle and cold aisle at the installation site, and make sure ambient air flows into the
switch from the cold aisle and exhausts to the hot aisle.
Identify the airflow designs of neighboring devices, and prevent hot air flowing out of the bottom
device from entering the top device.
The rack is sturdy enough to support the switch and its accessories.
The rack is reliably grounded.
To ensure correct operation and long service life of the switch, install it in an environment that meets the
requirements described in the following subsections.
Temperature and humidity

Maintain temperature and humidity in the equipment room as described in "Appendix A Chassis views
and technical specifications."
Lasting high relative humidity can cause poor insulation, electricity creepage, mechanical property
change of materials, and metal corrosion.
Lasting low relative humidity can cause washer contraction and ESD and bring problems including
loose captive screws and circuit failure.
High temperature can accelerate aging of insulation materials and significantly lower the reliability
and lifespan of the switch.
Cleanliness
Dust buildup on the chassis might result in electrostatic adsorption, which causes poor contact of metal
components and contact points, especially when indoor relative humidity is low. In the worst case,
electrostatic adsorption can cause communication failure.
Table 2 Dust concentration limit in the equipment room
Substance
Concentration limit (particles/m)
Dust
3 x 104 (no visible dust on the tabletop over three days)
NOTE:
Dust diameter 5 m
The equipment room must also meet limits on salts, acids, and sulfides to eliminate corrosion and
premature aging of components, as shown in Table 3.
Table 3 Harmful gas limits in the equipment room
Gas
Maximum concentration (mg/m3)
SO2
0.2
H2S
0.006
NH3
0.05
Cl2
0.01
EMI
All electromagnetic interference (EMI) sources, from outside or inside of the switch and application
system, adversely affect the switch in the following ways:
A conduction pattern of capacitance coupling.
Inductance coupling.
Electromagnetic wave radiation.
Common impedance (including the grounding system) coupling.
To prevent EMI, use the following guidelines:
If AC power is used, use a single-phase three-wire power receptacle with protection earth (PE) to
filter interference from the power grid.
Keep the switch far away from radio transmitting stations, radar stations, and high-frequency
devices to make sure the EMI levels do not exceed the compliant range.
Use electromagnetic shielding when necessary. For example, use shielded interface cables.
To prevent signal ports from getting damaged by over-voltage or over-current caused by lightning
strikes, only route interface cables indoors.
Laser safety
WARNING!
Do not stare into any fiber ports when the switch has power. The laser light emitted from the optical fiber
might hurt your eyes.
Installing the switch

CAUTION:
Keep the tamper-proof seal on a mounting screw on the HP 7904 switch chassis cover intact, and if you
want to open the chassis, contact HP for permission. Otherwise, HP shall not be liable for any
consequence.
Figure 1 Hardware installation flow
Start
Install the switch
Ground the switch
Install FRUs
Connect the power

cords
Verify the installation
Troubleshoot the
switch
Power on the switch
No
Operating correctly?
Power off the switch
Yes
End
IMPORTANT:
For an HP 7910 switch, install switching fabric modules before you install fan trays.
Installing the switch in a 19-inch rack

Mounting brackets and cable management bracket
Mounting brackets are attached to the two sides of the switch chassis to secure the chassis to the rack. The
cable management bracket is used to manage cables for LPUs.
HP 7904 switch
The HP 7904 switch comes with a pair of mounting brackets and a cable management bracket
attached together, as shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 Mounting bracket and cable management bracket kit for the HP 7904 switch
(1) Cable management bracket
(2) Mounting bracket
HP 7910 switch
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The HP 7910 switch comes with a pair of mounting brackets, as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3 Mounting brackets for the HP 7910 switch
No cable management bracket is provided with the HP 7910 switch. HP recommends that you
use the HP FF 7910 Cable Management Frame (JH041A) as shown in Figure 4. It includes the
mounting rail and cable frame. To purchase the cable management frame, contact the HP
marketing personnel or local representative.
Figure 4 HP 7910 cable management frame
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(1) Cable frame
(2) Mounting rail
(3) Screw
As shown in Figure 5, Figure 6, and Figure 7, the HP 7910 cable management frame can be
in the following length if you attach the mounting rail to different positions on the cable frame:
90 mm (3.54 in).
111.5 mm (4.39 in).
150 mm (5.91 in).
Figure 5 Attaching the mounting rail to the cable frame (1)
111.5
m
(4.39 m
in)
Rack mounting rail kit
HP 7904 switch
A pair of chassis rails and a pair of slide rails are provided with the HP 7904 switch.
Figure 8 Rack mounting rail kit for the HP 7904 switch
(1) Chassis rail
(2) Slide rail
HP 7910 switch
No rack mounting rail kit is provided with the HP 7910 switch. HP recommends that you use the
HP FlexFabric 7910 Bottom-Support Rails (JH042A). The HP 7910 bottom-support rails have an
adjustment range of 630 mm (24.80 in) to 900 mm (35.43 in). The bottom-support rails do not
occupy rack space and apply to racks that have the distance between the front and rear rack posts
in the length range of the bottom-support rails. To purchase the bottom-support rails, contact the HP
marketing personnel or local representative.
Figure 9 Left bottom-support rail
(1) Front mark
(2) Guide rail
(3) Installation hole
Rack-mounting clearance requirements

Table 4 Rack-mounting clearance requirements
Model
Router dimensions
Rack requirements
Height88.1 mm (3.47 in) (2 RU).

Width440 mm (17.32 in).
Total depth876 mm (34.49 in).
IEC-compliant.
A minimum of 1 m (3.28 ft) in depth.
607 mm (23.90 in) to 1014 mm (39.92 in)
HP 7904
720 mm (28.35 in) for the chassis.
between the front and rear rack posts.
90 mm (3.54 in) for the cable

management bracket at the chassis
front.
A minimum of 100 mm (3.94 in) between
66 mm (2.60 in) for the components at

the chassis rear.
Height220 mm (8.66 in) (5 RU).

Width440 mm (17.32 in).
Total depth807.1 mm (31.78 in).
HP 7910
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760 mm (29.92 in) for the chassis.

21.1 mm (0.83 in) for the card ejector
levels at the chassis front.
26 mm (1.02 in) for the components at
the chassis rear.
the front rack post and the front door.
A minimum of 840 mm (33.07 in)
between the front rack post and the rear

door.
IEC-compliant.
A minimum of 1 m (3.28 ft) in depth.
630 mm (24.80 in) to 900 mm (35.43 in)
between the front and rear rack posts.
A minimum of 100 mm (3.94 in) between

the front rack post and the front door.
A minimum of 840 mm (33.07 in)
between the front rack post and the rear

door.
Figure 10 HP 7904 dimensions
(1) Power supply handle
(2) Cable management bracket
(3) Fan tray handle
Figure 11 HP 7910 dimensions
(1) Fan tray handle
(2) Card handle
(3) Power supply handle
Rack-mounting procedures at a glance

You can install the HP 7904 switch in a 19-inch rack by using the mounting brackets and rack mounting
rail kit as described in Figure 12.
Figure 12 Rack-mounting procedure for the HP 7904 switch
You can install the HP 7910 switch in a 19-inch rack by using the mounting brackets and slide rails as
described in Figure 13.
Figure 13 Rack-mounting procedure for the HP 7910 switch
To support the weight of the chassis, you can prepare a pair of slides rails or rack shelf yourself for the
switch. Make sure the slide rails or rack shelf has the following load-bearing capacities:
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HP 7904 switchA minimum of 40 kg (88.18 lb).
HP 7910 switchA minimum of 70 kg (154.32 lb).
Installing the installation accessories for the HP 7904 switch

The HP 7904 switch has one front mounting position (near the network ports) and one rear mounting
position (near the power supplies). The switch also has one primary grounding point (with a grounding
sign) and one auxiliary grounding point. Determine the positions for the mounting brackets and
grounding cable before installation.
Figure 14 Installation positions for the mounting brackets and grounding cable
(1) Rear mounting position (power supply side)
(2) Primary grounding point
(3) Auxiliary grounding point
(4) Front mounting position (network port side)
Attaching the mounting brackets and chassis rails to the HP 7904 switch
1.
Align the screw holes in the mounting brackets with the screw holes in the mounting position, as
shown in Figure 15.
This example uses the rear mounting position.
2.
Use the M4 countersunk screws supplied with the switch to attach the mounting brackets to the
chassis.
3.
Determine the installation positions for the chassis rails based on the rack depth.
4.
Align the screw holes in the chassis rails with the rail mounting holes in the chassis.
5.
Use the M4 screws supplied with the switch to attach the chassis rails to the chassis, as shown
in Figure 15.
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Figure 15 Attaching the mounting brackets and chassis rails to the HP 7904 switch
Connecting the grounding cable to the HP 7904 switch

CAUTION:
The primary grounding point and auxiliary grounding point are located on the left side panel. If you use
one of these grounding points, you must connect the grounding cable to the grounding point before you
mount the switch in the rack.
To connect the grounding cable to a chassis grounding point, for example, the primary grounding point:
1.
Unpack the grounding cable and grounding screws.
2.
Use the grounding screws to attach the two-hole grounding lug of the grounding cable to the
grounding point, as shown in Figure 16.
Figure 16 Connecting the grounding cable to the HP 7904 switch
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Installing the installation accessories for the HP 7910 switch

The HP 7910 switch has one front mounting position (near the network ports) and one rear mounting
position (near the power supplies). The switch also has one primary grounding point (with a grounding
sign) and one auxiliary grounding point. Determine the positions for the mounting brackets and
grounding cable before installation.
Figure 17 Installation positions for the mounting brackets and grounding cable
(1) Front mounting position (network port side)
(2) Auxiliary grounding point
(3) Primary grounding point
(4) Rear mounting position (power supply side)
Attaching the mounting brackets and grounding cable to the HP 7910 switch
CAUTION:
The primary grounding point and auxiliary grounding point are located on the right side panel. If you use
one of these grounding points, you must connect the grounding cable to the grounding point before you
mount the switch in the rack.
To install the mounting brackets and grounding cable on the HP 7910 switch:
1.
Determine the installation positions for the mounting brackets and the grounding cable.
2.
Align the screw holes in the mounting brackets with the screw holes in the mounting position, as
shown in Figure 18.
This example uses the front mounting position.
3.
Use the M4 countersunk screws supplied with the switch to attach the mounting brackets to the
chassis.
4.
Unpack the grounding cable and grounding screws.
5.
Use the grounding screws to attach the two-hole grounding lug of the grounding cable to the
grounding point, as shown in Figure 18.
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Figure 18 Attaching the mounting brackets and grounding cable to the HP 7910 switch
Rack-mounting the HP 7904 switch

Attaching the slide rails to the rack
1.
Determine the position on the rack for installing the slide rails.
2.
Install cage nuts (user-supplied) in the mounting holes in the rear rack posts.
3.
Align the screw holes in one slide rail with the cage nuts in a rear post, and use screws (user
supplied) to attach the slide rail to the post, as shown in Figure 19.
4.
Repeat the same steps to attach the other slide rail to the other rear post.
Keep the two slide rails at the same height.
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Figure 19 Installing the slide rails
Mounting the HP 7904 switch in the rack

This task requires two people. To mount the switch in the rack:
1.
Wear an ESD wrist strap and make sure it makes good skin contact and is reliably grounded.
2.
Verify that the mounting brackets and chassis rails have been securely attached to the switch.
3.
Verify that the slide rails have been correctly attached to the rear rack posts.
4.
Install cage nuts (user-supplied) to the front rack posts and make sure they are at the same level as
the slide rails.
5.
Supporting the bottom of the switch, align the chassis rails with the slide rails on the rack posts, as
shown in Figure 20. Work with another person to slide the chassis rails along the slide rails until
the mounting brackets are flush with the rack posts.
6.
Use screws (user-supplied) to attach the mounting brackets to the rack, as shown in Figure 21.
To secure the switch in the rack, make sure the front ends of the slide rails reach out of the chassis
rails.
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Figure 20 Mounting the HP 7904 switch in the rack (1)
Figure 21 Mounting the HP 7904 switch in the rack (2)
Rack-mounting the HP 7910 switch

The HP 7910 switch is heavy with FRUs. Before you install the switch in the rack or remove the switch from
the rack, remove the FRUs and filler panels from the switch.
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Attaching the bottom-support rails to the rack

1.
Read the mark on a bottom-support rail to identify the front and rear ends, as shown in Figure 9.
2.
Mark the position on the rack for installing the bottom-support rail, as shown in Figure 22.
a. Insert the positioning tab at the bottom of the bottom-support rail into the lowest square hole
within the 2 U space on the rack post.
Ensure that the installation holes on the bottom-support rail are aligned with the square holes
on the rack post.
b. Each rack post requires four screws to secure the bottom-support rail. You only need to mark
the uppermost square hole and lowermost square hole for installation.
c. Mark the square holes at the same height on the other three rack posts.
Figure 22 Locating the rack position for installing the bottom-support rails
(1) Positioning tab
(2) Lowest square hole within the 2U space on the rack post
3.
Install four cage nuts on the square holes on each rack post.
4.
Do the following as shown in Figure 23:

a. Align the installation holes on the front end of the bottom-support rail with the cage nuts on the
front rack post.
b. Compress the bottom-support rail, making sure the positioning tabs at both ends of the
bottom-support rail are inserted into the lowest square holes within the 2U space on the rack
posts.
c. Use screws to secure the bottom-support rail to the rack posts.
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Figure 23 Attaching the bottom-support rail to the cage nuts with screws
(1) Compress the bottom-support rail, making sure the positioning tabs are inserted into the square holes
(2) Install fastening screws
TIP:
Install a screw in each mounting hole of the bottom-support rail to ensure its weight bearing capacity.
5.
Repeat step 4 to install the other bottom-support rail. Make sure the two bottom-support rails are at
the same height so the device can be placed on them horizontally.
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Figure 24 Installed bottom-support rails
Mounting the HP 7910 switch in the rack

This task requires two people. To mount the switch in the rack:
1.
2.
Verify that the mounting brackets and grounding cable have been securely attached to the switch.
3.
Verify that the bottom-support rails have been correctly attached to the rack posts.
4.
Install cage nuts to the front rack posts.
5.
Use two people to lift the chassis into position between the rack posts.
6.
Place the chassis on the guide rails of the bottom-support rails and slide the chassis slowly into the
rack until the mounting brackets are flush with the front rack posts, as shown in Figure 25.
7.
Use screws provided with the switch to attach the mounting brackets to the front rack posts, as
shown in Figure 25.
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Figure 25 Mounting the HP 7910 switch in the rack
Grounding the switch

WARNING!
Reliably connecting the switch grounding cable is crucial to lightning protection and EMI protection.
The power input end of the switch has a noise filter, whose central ground is directly connected to the
chassis to form the chassis ground (commonly known as PGND). You must securely connect this chassis
ground to the earth so the faradism and leakage electricity can be safely released to the earth to
minimize EMI susceptibility of the switch.
You can ground the switch by using a grounding strip at the installation site or the AC power cord
connected to the switch.
NOTE:
The power and grounding terminals in this section are for illustration only.
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Grounding the switch with a grounding strip

WARNING!
Connect the grounding cable to the grounding system in the equipment room. Do not connect it to a fire
main or lightning rod.
If a grounding strip is available at the installation site, connect the grounding cable to the grounding
strip.
To connect the grounding cable:
1.
Attach the two-hole grounding lug at one end of the grounding cable to a grounding point on the
switch chassis (see "Connecting the grounding cable to the HP 7904 switch").
2.
Remove the hex nut of a grounding post on the grounding strip.
3.
Attach the ring terminal at the other end of the grounding cable to the grounding strip through the
grounding post, and fasten the ring terminal with the removed hex nut.
Figure 26 Connecting the grounding cable to a grounding strip
(1) Hex nut
(2) Ring terminal
(3) Grounding post
(4) Grounding strip
Grounding the switch by using the PE wire of an AC power

cord
If the switch is AC powered and no grounding strip is available at the installation site, you can ground
the switch through the PE wire of the AC power cord, as shown in Figure 27. Make sure the following
requirements are met:
The AC power supply uses a three-wire cable with a protection wire.
The PE wire of the AC power cord is reliably grounded.

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The PE connector on the switch is correctly connected to the PE wire of the AC power cord.
Figure 27 Grounding through the PE wire of the AC power cord
NOTE:
To guarantee the grounding effect, HP recommends that you use the grounding cable provided with the
switch to connect to the grounding strip in the equipment room.
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Installing FRUs
Table 5 FRUs for the switch models
FRU
Applicable switch model
Switching fabric modules
HP 7910
HP 7904 fan trays
HP 7904
HP 7910 fan trays
HP 7910
Power supplies
HP 7900 Switch Series
LPUs
HP 7900 Switch Series
HP recommends that you connect the power cords after all FRUs are installed.
Attaching an ESD wrist strap

The HP 7910 switch comes with an ESD wrist trap. No ESD wrist strap is provided with the HP 7904 switch.
You need to prepare an ESD wrist strap for the HP 7904 switch yourself.
To minimize ESD damage to electronic components, wear an ESD wrist strap and make sure it is reliably
grounded when installing FRUs.
To attach an ESD wrist strap:
1.
Make sure the switch is reliably grounded.
2.
Put on the wrist strap.
3.
Tighten the wrist strap to keep good skin contact.

Make sure the resistance reading between your body and the ground is between 1 and 10
megohms.
4.
Insert the ESD wrist strap into the ESD jack on the switch chassis, or attach it to the grounding screw
of the chassis with an alligator clip.
Installing switching fabric modules for the HP 7910

switch
CAUTION:
Install the switching fabric module before you install a fan tray.
The HP 7910 switch comes with the lower switching fabric module and fan tray slots empty and a filler
panel covering the upper switching fabric module and fan tray slots.
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Installing one switching fabric module

IMPORTANT:
If you install only one switching fabric module for the HP 7910 switch, install it in the lower switching fabric
module slot. To maintain good ventilation, keep the upper filler panel in position.
To install one switching fabric module for the HP 7910 switch:
1.
Wear an ESD wrist strap, and make sure it makes good skin contact and is reliably grounded.
2.
Pull the ejector levers of the switching fabric module outwards. Support the bottom of the switching
fabric module with its PCB up. Gently push the switching fabric module in along the slot guide rails
until the brakes on the ejector levers touch the slot edges tightly, as shown by callout 1 in Figure
28.
Do not touch the PCB while inserting the switching fabric module.
3.
Push the ejector levers inward until they come in contact with the panel and the switching fabric
module seats on the backplane, as shown by callout 2 in Figure 28.
4.
Fasten the captive screws to secure the switching fabric module in the slot, as shown by callout 3
in Figure 28.
Figure 28 Installing one switching fabric module
Installing two switching fabric modules

1.
Follow the procedures in "Installing one switching fabric module" to install a switching fabric
module in the lower switching fabric module slot.
2.
Remove the filler panel that covers the upper switching fabric module and fan tray slots.
a. Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws on the filler panel.
b. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver in the groove on the filler panel. Then pry up the screwdriver and
pull the filler panel slowly out along the guide rails.
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Figure 29 Removing a filler panel
3.
Follow the procedures in "Installing one switching fabric module" to install another switching
fabric module in the upper switching fabric module slot.
Figure 30 Installing two switching fabric modules
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Installing fan trays

Installing the HP 7904 fan tray
CAUTION:
Do not power on the switch when the switch does not have any fan trays installed.
You must install two fan trays of the same model on the HP 7904 switch.
The installing and removing procedures are the same for the HP FlexFabric 7904 back (power side) to
front (port side) airflow fan tray (HP 7904 back to front fan tray) and The HP FlexFabric 7904 front (port
side) to back (power side) airflow fan tray (HP 7904 front to back fan tray).
To install an HP 7904 fan tray:
1.
2.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captive screws on the filler panel in the fan tray slot.
3.
Thread a flat-blade screwdriver through the handle on the filler panel and pull out the filler panel
gently.
Keep the filler panel secure for future use.
4.
Unpack the fan tray and verify that the fan tray model is correct.
5.
Holding the fan tray with both hands with the upside (marked with a "TOP" sign) up, gently push
the fan tray into the slot along the guide rails until the fan tray completely seats into the slot. See
callout 1 in Figure 31.
To prevent damage to the fan tray or the connectors on the backplane, insert the fan tray gently.
If you encounter resistance while inserting the fan tray, pull out the fan tray and insert it again.
6.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the captive screws on the fan tray to make sure the fan tray
fully seats into the slot. See callout 2 in Figure 31.
If the screws fail to be tightened, verify the installation of the fan tray.
Figure 31 Installing an HP 7904 fan tray
2
2
2
2
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Installing the HP 7910 fan tray

The installing and removing procedures are the same for the HP FlexFabric 7910 back (power side) to
front (port side) airflow fan tray (HP 7910 back to front fan tray) and HP FlexFabric 7910 front (port side)
to back (power side) airflow fan tray (HP 7910 front to back fan tray).
Before you install HP 7910 back to front/HP 7910 front to back fan trays on the HP 7910 switch, follow
these guidelines:
Determine the required number of fan trays based on the number of installed switching fabric
modules. If one switching fabric module is installed, one fan tray is required (You must install the fan
tray in the lower fan tray slot). If two switching fabric modules are installed, two fan trays are
required.
Make sure the airflow direction of the fan tray meets the ventilation requirement at the installation
site.
Make sure a switching fabric module has been installed in the switching fabric module slot below
the target fan tray slot.
To install two fan trays, make sure the models of the two fan trays are the same.
To install an HP 7910 fan tray:

1.
2.
Unpack the fan tray and verify that the fan tray model is correct.
3.
Holding the fan tray with both hands with the upside (marked with a "TOP" sign) up, gently push
the fan tray into the slot along the guide rails until the fan tray is completely seated in the slot. See
callout 1 in Figure 32and Figure 33.
To prevent damage to the fan tray or the connectors on the backplane, insert the fan tray gently.
If you encounter resistance while inserting the fan tray, pull out the fan tray and insert it again.
4.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten the captive screws on the fan tray to secure the fan tray in the
slot. See callout 2 in Figure 32and Figure 33.
If the screws fail to be fastened, verify the installation of the fan tray.
Figure 32 Installing one HP 7910 back to front/HP 7910 front to back fan tray
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Figure 33 Installing two HP 7910 back to front/HP 7910 front to back fan trays
Installing a power supply

The HP 7904 switch provides two power supply slots and supports 1+1 power supply redundancy. The
HP 7910 switch provides four power supply slots and supports N+1 and N+N power supply redundancy.
N can be 1 or 2.
You can install one or more power supplies for the switch. For more information about the power supplies
available for the switch, see "Appendix B FRUs and compatibility matrixes."
To avoid device damage and bodily injury, follow the procedure in Figure 34 to install and power on the
power supply.
Figure 34 Installation procedure
To install a power supply:

1.
2.
Remove the filler panel (if any) before installing the power supply. Thread a flat-blade screwdriver
through the power supply handle and pull out the filler panel gently as shown in Figure 35.
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Figure 35 Removing a filler panel
3.
Unpack the power supply and verify that the power supply model is as required.
4.
Correctly orient the power supply, grasp the handle of the power supply with one hand and
support its bottom with the other, and slide the power supply slowly along the guide rails into the
slot until it has firm contact with the connectors on the backplane.
To avoid damage to the connector of the power supply, insert the power supply gently. If you
encounter resistance while inserting the power supply, pull out the power supply and insert it
again.
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Figure 36 Installing a power supply
NOTE:
To ensure good ventilation, install a filler panel into the power supply slot immediately when the slot is
empty.
Connecting the power cord

IMPORTANT:
Use the power cord and the C15 connector supplied with the power supply.
Switch off the input circuit breaker before you connect the power cord to the switch.
Connecting an AC power cord to the switch

1.
Connect one end of the AC power cord to the AC-input power receptacle on the switch.
2.
Use cable tie to secure the power cord to the power supply handle, as shown in Figure 37.
3.
Connect the other end of the power cord to the AC power outlet.
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Figure 37 Connecting the AC power cord to the switch
1
(1) Cable tie
(2) Secure the power cord to the power supply handle using the cable tie
Installing an LPU
CAUTION:
Do not touch the surface-mounted components directly with your hands when installing or removing an
LPU.
The switch comes with filler panels installed in all LPU slots except slot 1.
For LPUs available for the HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series, see "Appendix B FRUs and compatibility
matrixes."
The installing procedures are the same for the LPUs. This guide uses the LSV1QGS12SA1 as an example.
To install an LPU:
1.
2.
If the slot has a filler panel, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the mounting screws on the filler
panel, thread a flat-blade screwdriver through the handle on the filler panel, and pull out the filler
panel gently.
Keep the removed filler panel for future use.
3.
Unpack the LPU.
4.
Gently push the LPU in along the slot guide rails until the brakes on the ejector levers touch the slot
edges tightly.
Make sure the ejector levers are perpendicular to the LPU panel while inserting the LPU.
5.
Press the ejector levers inward and continue pushing the LPU until the ejector levers come in contact
the panel and the LPU seats on the backplane.
6.
Tighten the captive screws with a Phillips screwdriver to secure the LPU in the slot.
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Figure 38 Installing an LPU on the HP 7904 switch
(1) LPU-pushing direction
(2) Ejector lever-closing direction
(3) Screw-tightening direction
Figure 39 Installing an LPU on the HP 7910 switch
(1) LPU-pushing direction
(2) Ejector lever-closing direction
(3) Screw-tightening direction
Verifying the installation

After you complete the installation, verify that:
There is enough space for heat dissipation around the switch.
The grounding cable is connected reliably.
The power supplies are as required.
The power cords are connected correctly.

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Replacing FRUs
CAUTION:
When you hot-swap an FRU, ensure electrical safety.
To avoid device damage and bodily injury, follow the replacing procedures strictly.
The switch adopts the modular architecture and supports hot swapping of FRUs.
Replacing a fan tray

Follow these guidelines when you replace a fan tray:
Never touch any part of the fans.
Take out the fan tray after the fans completely stop rotating.
The switch supports 1+1 fan tray redundancy. When one fan tray fails, the device can operate
correctly if the failed fan tray is still in position. You do not need to replace the failed fan tray
immediately.
Replacing the HP 7904 fan tray

CAUTION:
When an HP 7904 fan tray fails,
{
Do not remove the fan tray if you cannot replace the fan tray immediately.
Finish replacing the fan tray within 5 minutes.
When both fan trays fail, replace the fan trays one after another. Make sure the device does not operate
for more than 3 minutes when no fan trays are installed.
The replacing procedures are the same for the HP 7904 back to front fan tray and HP 7904 front to back
fan tray.
To replace an HP 7904 fan tray:
1.
2.
Loosen the captive screws on the fan tray with a Phillips screwdriver until they are completely
disengaged from the switch chassis.
3.
Grasp the handle of the fan tray with one hand and pull the fan tray part way out the slot. Support
the fan tray bottom with the other hand, and pull the fan tray slowly along the guide rails out of the
slot.
4.
Put the removed fan tray into an antistatic bag.
5.
Install a new fan tray. For more information, see "Installing the HP 7904 fan tray."
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Replacing the HP 7910 fan tray

CAUTION:
When two fan trays are installed, follow these guidelines to replace the fan trays:
If one fan tray fails, the switch can operate correctly if you keep the failed fan tray in position, and
immediate replacement is not required. If you want to replace the failed fan tray, finish the replacement
within 3 minutes.
If both fan trays fail, replace the fan trays one after another. Make sure the device does not operate for
more than 2 minutes when no fan trays are installed.
The replacing procedures are the same for the HP 7910 back to front fan tray and HP 7910 front to back
fan tray.
To replace an HP 7910 fan tray:
1.
2.
Loosen the captive screws on the fan tray with a Phillips screwdriver until they are completely
disengaged from the switch chassis.
3.
Grasp the handle of the fan tray with one hand and pull the fan tray part way out the slot. Support
the fan tray bottom with the other hand, and pull the fan tray slowly along the guide rails out of the
slot.
4.
Put the removed fan tray into an antistatic bag.
5.
Install a new fan tray. For more information, see "Installing the HP 7910 fan tray."
Replacing a switching fabric module

IMPORTANT:
Remove the fan tray in fan tray slot 1 before you remove the switching fabric module in slot 10. Remove
the fan tray in fan tray slot 2 before you remove the switching fabric module in slot 11. For more
information about replacing fan trays, see "Installing the HP 7910 fan tray."
CAUTION:
To avoid LPU damage, do not make the HP 7910 switch operate for more than 5 minutes when the switch
has no switching fabric modules installed.
To replace a switching fabric module:
1.
2.
Use a screwdriver to loosen the captive screws from the switching fabric module. Pull the ejector
levers at both sides of the switching fabric module outward and pull the switching fabric module
along the guide rails part way out. See Figure 40.
3.
Supporting the module bottom, pull the module completely out of the switch chassis. See Figure
41.
4.
Install a new switching fabric module. For more information, see "Installing switching fabric
modules for the HP 7910 switch"
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Figure 40 Removing a switching fabric module (1)
3
2
Figure 41 Removing a switching fabric module (2)
Replacing a power supply

To avoid device damage and bodily injury, follow the procedure in Figure 42 to replace a power supply.
Figure 42 Removal procedure
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To replace a power supply:

1.
2.
Release the cable tie securing the power cable to the handle and remove the power cord from the
power supply.
3.
Push the latch on the power supply to the handle side with your forefinger and clasp your thumb
to the handle on the power supply, and pull the power supply part way out of the slot.
4.
Supporting the power supply bottom with one hand, slowly pull the power supply out with the other
hand.
5.
Put the removed power supply in an anti-static bag.
6.
Install a new power supply. For more information, see "Installing a power supply."
Figure 43 Removing a power supply
(1) Push the latch to the handle side with the forefinger
(2) Pull out the power supply
Replacing an LPU
1.
2.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captive screws from the LPU. See callout 1 in Figure 44
and Figure 45.
3.
Pull the ejector levers at both sides of the LPU outward, and pull the LPU part way out of the slot. See
callout 2 in Figure 44 and Figure 45.
4.
Supporting the LPU bottom with one hand, pull the LPU out of the slot with the other hand. See
callout 2 in Figure 44 and Figure 45.
5.
Install a new LPU. For more information, see "Installing an LPU."
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Figure 44 Removing an LPU from the HP 7904 switch
(1) Direction for loosening the captive screws
(2) Direction for opening the ejector lever
(3) Direction for pulling out the LPU
Figure 45 Removing an LPU from the HP 7910 switch
(1) Direction for loosening the screws
(2) Direction for opening the ejector lever
(3) Direction for pulling out the LPU
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Accessing the switch for the first time

Setting up the configuration environment
The first time you access the switch you must use a console cable to connect a console terminal, for
example, a PC, to the console port on the switch, as shown in Figure 46.
Figure 46 Connecting the console port to a terminal
Connecting the console cable

A console cable is an 8-core shielded cable, with a crimped RJ-45 connector at one end for connecting
to the console port of the switch, and a DB-9 female connector at the other end for connecting to the
serial port on the console terminal.
Figure 47 Console cable
A side
Pos.9
Main label
Pos.1
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B side
B
Table 6 Console port signaling and pinout

RJ-45
Signal
DB-9
Signal
RTS
CTS
DTR
DSR
TXD
RXD
SG
SG
SG
SG
RXD
TXD
DSR
DTR
CTS
RTS
To connect a terminal, for example, a PC, to the switch:

1.
Plug the DB-9 female connector of the console cable to the serial port of the PC.
2.
Connect the RJ-45 connector to the console port of the switch.
NOTE:
Identify the mark on the console port and make sure you are connecting to the correct port.
Setting terminal parameters

To configure and manage the switch through the console port, you must run a terminal emulator program,
HyperTerminal or PuTTY, on your configuration terminal. You can use the emulator program to connect a
network device, a Telnet site, or an SSH site. For more information about the terminal emulator programs,
see the user guides for these programs.
The following are the required terminal settings:
Bits per second9,600.
Data bits8.
ParityNone.
Stop bits1.
Flow controlNone.
Powering on the switch

Before powering on the switch, confirm the following:
The switch has been securely mounted.
All the cards have been correctly installed.
The unused slots have been installed with filler panels.
All the network cables, fibers, power cables, and grounding cables have been correctly connected.
The input power voltage meets the requirement of the switch.
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The console cable is correctly connected, the terminal used for configuration has started, and the
configuration parameters have been set for the terminal.
Power on the switch. During the startup process, you can access BootWare menus to perform tasks such
as software upgrade and file management. The BootWare interface and menu options differ with
software versions. For more information about BootWare menu options, see the software-matching
release notes for the switch.
After the startup completes, you can access the CLI to configure the switch.
After powering on the switch, verify the following items:
The cooling system is operating, and you can hear fan rotating and feel air being blown out.
The LEDs show that the system is operating correctly. For more information about LEDs, see
"Appendix C Ports and LEDs."
Configuring the switch

The first time you access the switch, you can only log in to the CLI through the console port, and no
authentication is required. To increase system security and enable remote management, you can do the
following at the first login:
Configure other login methods, for example, Telnet, SSH, or NMS.
Assign user roles.
Configure login authentication modes.
Configure the basic access function.
Configuring login authentication modes

You can configure login authentication modes to control access to the switch.
Table 7 describes the Telnet login authentication methods available for a VTY user line.
Table 7 Telnet login authentication methods
Authentication method
Feature
Application scenarios
None
Easy to configure, allows any user to Telnet to

your switch, and lowest in security
Lab environments and extremely

secure network environments
Password
Easy to configure, secure, and flat user

management
Environments that do not need

granular privilege management
Username and password
Complex to configure, secure, and

hierarchical user management
Environments where multiple user

roles cooperate to manage the
switch
For more information about login methods, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series Fundamentals
Configuration Guide.
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Configuring the basic access function

An HP 7900 switch without any configuration can perform basic data forwarding immediately after it is
plugged into a network. To implement more forwarding features, configure the basic network settings
in Table 8 on the switch.
Table 8 Basic network settings
Setting
Description
IP address
Enables remote switch management, for example, by using Telnet.
Static routes
Implement static routing.
VLANs
Divide the LAN into multiple VLANs for data security.
Configuration example
Configuring Telnet service
# Enter system view.
<Sysname> system-view
# Enable the Telnet server.

[Sysname] telnet server enable
# Enter the view of user line VTY 0.

[Sysname] user-interface vty 0
# Enable password authentication on the user line.

[Sysname-ui-vty0] authentication-mode password
# Set the password to hello in plaintext.

[Sysname-ui-vty0] set authentication password simple hello
# Assign user role network-admin through the user line VTY 0.

[Sysname-ui-vty0] user-role network-admin
[Sysname-ui-vty0] quit
Configuring the basic network settings
Configure IP addresses
# Create VLAN-interface 1.
[Sysname] interface vlan-interface 1
# Assign an IP address, for example, 192.168.0.1, to VLAN-interface 1.

[Sysname-Vlan-interface1] ip address 192.168.0.1 24
[Sysname-Vlan-interface1] quit
Configure static routes

# Configure a static route, with the destination IP address 172.16.1.0 and the next hop IP address
192.168.0.2.
[Sysname] ip route-static 172.16.1.0 255.255.255.0 192.168.0.2
Configure VLANs
# Create VLAN 10 and enter its view.
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[Sysname] vlan 10
[Sysname-vlan10]
# Assign port Ten-GigabitEthernet 1/0/1 to VLAN 10.

[Sysname-vlan10] port ten-gigabitethernet 1/0/1
[Sysname-vlan10] quit
For more information about these features, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series Configuration Guides.
Verifying the network configuration

To verify the software version and network configuration, perform display commands in any view.
Task
Command
Display the name, model, and system software version of the switch.
display version
Display the current configuration of the switch.
display current-configuration
Display the interface status and configuration.
display interface brief
Display the IP configuration of Layer 3 interfaces.
display ip interface brief
Display brief information about active routes in the routing table.
display ip routing-table
Display VLAN settings.
display vlan
Connecting the switch to the network

Before you connect the switch to the network, verify that all its basic network settings are correct.
Connecting the switch to the network through an optical fiber

WARNING!
To avoid injury to your eyes, do not stare at the optical ports and optical fiber connectors when connecting
optical fibers.
To connect the switch to the network through an optical fiber:
1.
Install a transceiver module on the switch and the network access device.
2.
Remove the dust cover from the optical fiber connector, and clean the end of the optical fiber.
3.
Remove the dust plug from the transceiver module, plug one end of the optical fiber into the
transceiver module on the switch, and plug the other end into the transceiver module on the
network access device.
{
For information about how to connect an LC connector, see Figure 48.
For information about how to connect an MPO connector, see Figure 49.
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Figure 48 Using an LC optical fiber connector to connect an SFP module
Figure 49 Using an MPO optical fiber connector to connect a QSFP module
4.
Verify the connection by examining the port LEDs.

For more information about the LEDs, see "Appendix C Ports and LEDs."
Testing connectivity
After you plug the switch into the network, use the ping or tracert command to test the network
connectivity. For more information about these commands, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series
Command References.
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Setting up an IRF fabric

You can use HP IRF technology to connect and virtualize HP 7900 switches into a large virtual switch
called an "IRF fabric" for flattened network topology, high availability, scalability, and manageability.
For more information about IRF, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series IRF Configuration Guide.
IRF fabric setup flowchart

The setup flow is shown in Figure 50. For the actual procedure, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series IRF
Configuration Guide for the software release you are using.
Figure 50 IRF fabric setup flowchart
To set up an IRF fabric:
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Step
Description
Plan the installation site and IRF fabric setup parameters:
1.
Plan IRF fabric setup.
Planning IRF fabric size and the installation site

Identifying the master switch and planning IRF member IDs
Planning IRF topology and connections
Identifying physical IRF ports on the member switches
2.
Install IRF member switches.
See "Installing IRF member switches."
3.
Power on the switches.
N/A
4.
Configure basic IRF settings on

each switch in standalone mode.
See HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series IRF Configuration Guide.
5.
Connect the physical IRF ports.
Connect physical IRF ports on switches.
6.
Enable IRF mode.
7.
Verify the IRF settings.
Log in to the IRF fabric at any member switch and verify that you can
configure all member switches as if they were one node.
8.
Configure other settings in IRF

mode.
Planning IRF fabric setup

This section describes issues that an IRF fabric setup plan must cover.
Planning IRF fabric size and the installation site

Plan IRF fabric size and the installation site, as follows:
1.
Use HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series IRF Configuration Guide as a reference to identify the
number of member switches that your system software version supports for an HP 7900 IRF fabric.
2.
Choose HP 7900 switch models for your network.

An HP 7900 IRF fabric supports up to two member switches. The member switches must be the
same model.
3.
Select LPUs that can provide 10-GE/40-GE ports.

The HP 7900 switch series requires 10-GE/40-GE ports for IRF connection. For more information
about the LPUs, see "Appendix B FRUs and compatibility matrixes."
4.
Select SFP+/QSFP+transceiver modules and fibers for long-distance IRF connection. Select
SFP+/QSFP+/QSFP+ to SFP+ DAC cables for short-distance IRF connection.
For more information about transceiver modules and cables, see "Appendix B FRUs and
compatibility matrixes."
5.
Plan the installation site.
Identifying the master switch and planning IRF member IDs

Determine which switch you want to use as the master for managing all member switches in the IRF
fabric.
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An IRF fabric has only one master switch. You configure and manage all member switches in the IRF
fabric at the CLI of the master. IRF member switches will automatically elect a master. You can affect the
election result by assigning a high member priority to the intended master switch. For more information
about master election, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series IRF Configuration Guide.
Prepare an IRF member ID assignment scheme. An IRF fabric uses member IDs to uniquely identify and
manage its members, and you must assign each IRF member switch a unique member ID.
Planning IRF topology and connections

Connect the IRF member switches through IRF ports, the logical interfaces for the connections between
IRF member switches. Each IRF member switch has two IRF ports: IRF-port 1 and IRF-port 2. To use an IRF
port, you must bind a minimum of one physical port to it.
When connecting two neighboring IRF member switches, you must connect the physical ports of IRF-port
1 on one switch to the physical ports of IRF-port 2 on the other switch.
A two-member IRF fabric must use the daisy chain topology.
Figure 51 Daisy chain topology
Identifying physical IRF ports on the member switches

Identify the physical IRF ports on the member switches according to your topology and connection
scheme.
On HP 7900 switches, only 10-GE/40-GE ports can be used for IRF connection.
The HP 7900 switches support multi-card link aggregation for IRF ports. You can bind up to eight physical
ports to one IRF port.
Installing IRF member switches

Step
Reference
1.
Prepare the installation site.
See "Preparing for installation."
2.
Mount the IRF member switches to racks.
See "Installing the switch."
3.
Install modules on IRF member switches.
See "Installing FRUs."
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Configuring basic IRF settings

After you install the IRF member switches, power on the switches, and log in to each IRF member switch
(see "Connecting the switch to the network") to configure their member IDs, member priorities, and IRF
port bindings.
Follow these guidelines when you configure the switches:
First configure the member IDs, member priorities, and IRF port bindings for the IRF member
switches, save the configuration, connect the member switches, and change the operating mode of
the switches to IRF mode.
Assign the master switch higher member priority than any other switch.
Bind physical ports to IRF-port 1 on one switch and to IRF-port 2 on the other switch.
Execute the display irf configuration command to verify the basic IRF settings.
For more information about configuring basic IRF settings, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series IRF
Connecting the physical IRF ports

Follow these guidelines when you select transceiver modules and cables:
Use SFP+ transceiver modules and fibers for long-distance connection, or use SFP+ DAC cables to
connect SFP+ ports for short-distance connection.
When connecting SFP+ ports, connect the transmit port of an SFP+ transceiver module at one end
to the receive port of an SFP+ transceiver module at the other end.
Use QSFP+ transceiver modules and fibers for long-distance connection, or use QSFP+ DAC cables
to connect QSFP+ ports for short-distance connection.
The transceiver modules at the two ends of an IRF link must be of the same type.
Figure 52 Connecting two IRF member switches
Verifying the IRF fabric configuration

After you finish configuring basic IRF settings and connecting IRF ports, verify the basic functionality of
the IRF fabric, as follows:
1.
Log in to the IRF fabric through the console port of any member switch.
2.
Create a Layer 3 interface, assign it an IP address, and make sure the IRF fabric and the remote
network management station can reach each other.
3.
Use Telnet or SNMP to access the IRF fabric from the network management station. (See HP
FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series Fundamentals Configuration Guide.)
4.
Verify that you can manage all member switches as if they were one node.
5.
Display the running status of the IRF fabric by using the commands in Table 9.
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Table 9 Displaying and maintaining IRF configuration and running status

Task
Command
Display information about the IRF fabric
display irf
Display topology information about the IRF fabric
display irf topology
To avoid IP address collision and network problems, configure a minimum of one MAD mechanism to
detect the presence of multiple identical IRF fabrics and handle collisions. For more information about
MAD, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series IRF Configuration Guide.
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Maintenance and troubleshooting

To avoid switch failures, maintain the switch as follows:
Clean your switch periodically.
Make sure the switch operates in a compliant environment.
Verify the installation environments against the requirements in "Preparing for installation."
Periodically perform the power-on test for the spare switches.
When the switch fails, you can locate the failures by using related display commands or by LEDs.
Use display commands to examine the configuration for configuration errors or examine statistics
for exceptions. If any configuration error is found, re-configure the switch or restore the
factory-default settings. For more information, see HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series Fundamentals
Examine LEDs to locate the faulty component. For more information about the LEDs, see "Appendix
C Ports and LEDs."
If you cannot locate failures by following the guidelines in this chapter, contact the local agents or
technical support engineers.
Configuration terminal problems

No display on the configuration terminal
The configuration terminal has no display when the switch is powered on.
To resolve the problem:
1.
Verify that the power system is operating correctly.
2.
Verify that the switch is operating correctly.
3.
Verify that the console cable has been connected correctly.
4.
Verify that the following settings are configured for the terminal:
{
Baud rate9600.
Data bits8.
ParityNone.
Stop bits1.
Flow controlNone.
EmulationVT100.
5.
Verify that the console cable is not faulty.
6.
If the problem persists, contract HP support.
Garbled display on the configuration terminal

The configuration terminal displays garbled text.
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To resolve the problem:

1.
2.
Verify that the following settings are configured for the terminal:
{
Baud rate9600.
Data bits8.
ParityNone.
Stop bits1.
Flow controlNone.
EmulationVT100.
If the problem persists, contact HP Support.
Power supply failure

When a power supply is operating correctly, its input and output LEDs are steady green. When its input
or output LED is red, the power supply is faulty.
To troubleshoot the power supply:
1.
Verify that the power supply model is as required. For more information about power supplies
available for the switch, see "Appendix B FRUs and compatibility matrixes."
2.
Verify that the power cable is connected correctly. You can remove and reconnect the power cable
to make sure the power cable is connected correctly.
3.
Replace the power cable.
4.
Verify that the power supply is fully seated in the slot. For more information, see "Installing a power
supply."
5.
Verify that the power source is supplying power at the correct voltage.
6.
Verify that the power supply does not have problems such as output short-circuit, output
over-current, output over-voltage, input under-voltage, or over temperature.
7.
Install the power supply in another empty power supply slot. If the power supply can operate
correctly, the previous power supply slot is faulty. If the power supply cannot operate correctly, go
to the next step.
8.
Install a correctly-operating power supply of the same model into the same slot, and connect it to
the same power input end. If the new power supply can operate correctly, the old power supply
has failed. Contact your sales agent or local service engineer to replace the old power supply.
9.
Fan tray failure

When a fan tray is operating correctly, the FAN LED is green. If the FAN LED is not green, the fan tray is
faulty.
To troubleshoot the fan tray:
1.
Verify that the power system is operating correctly. For more information, see "Power supply
failure."
2.
Verify that the air inlet and air outlet vents of the chassis are not blocked. If they are blocked, clean
them to keep good ventilation.
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3.
Remove and re-install the fan tray to make sure it is fully seated in the slot.
4.
Verify that the empty LPU slots and power supply slots are installed with filler panels. Install filler
panels to empty slots to guarantee good ventilation.
5.
Replace the fan tray.
6.
Switching fabric module failure

The switching fabric module provides SLOT10 and SLOT 11 LEDs to indicate the operating status of the
corresponding switching fabric modules. If the LED is not flashing green, the switching fabric module is
faulty.
To troubleshoot the switching fabric module:
1.
Verify that the power system is operating correctly. For more information, see "Power supply
failure."
2.
Verify that the switching fabric module is correctly installed. Remove the switching fabric module
and reinstall it to make sure the module is correctly installed.
Before you remove the switching fabric module, remove the fan tray immediately above it.
3.
Press the RESET button on the switching fabric module.
4.
If the problem persists, contract HP Support.
LPU failure
When the LPU is operating correctly, the SLOT LED is flashing green. When the SLOT LED is not flashing
green, the LPU is faulty.
To troubleshoot the LPU:
1.
Verify that the switch software version is compatible with the LPU. If it is not, upgrade the software
to a compatible version.
2.
Calculate the total power consumption, and make sure the power supplies can provide enough
power. For more information, see "Appendix A Chassis views and technical specifications."
3.
Verify that the LPU is fully seated by removing and reinstalling the LPU. For more information about
installing an LPU, see "Installing an LPU."
4.
If the switch has empty card slots, install the card into another slot. If the card can operate correctly,
the previous slot is faulty.
5.
Interface failure
The switch provides an LED for each interface on LPUs. When an interface connected to the network is
operating correctly, the LED is steady on.
NOTE:
A management Ethernet port has two LEDs: LINK and ACT. When the LINK LED is steady on, the
management Ethernet port is operating correctly. Each interface of any other type has only one LED.
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If the LED of an interface connected to the network is off, the interface or the connecting cable might fail.
To troubleshoot the interface:
1.
Examine the cable connection of the interface. For information about how to correctly connect the
cable to an Ethernet interface, see "Connecting the switch to the network."
2.
Verify that the cable is in good condition. Use the cable to connect two interfaces of the same type
that operate correctly. If the LEDs of the two interfaces are on, the cable is in good condition.
Otherwise, the cable is broken. Replace the cable.
3.
If the interface uses a transceiver module, make sure the interface and the transceiver module are
compatible, and the transceiver module operates correctly. For more information about transceiver
modules, see "Appendix B FRUs and compatibility matrixes."
NOTE:
If an interface is brought down by the shutdown command, use the undo shutdown command to
bring up the interface.
After an interface fails, if the switch has an idle interface of the same type, you can plug the cable
into the idle interface.
4.
Verify that the speed and duplex settings of the interfaces of the two ends are the same.
5.
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Support and other resources

Contacting HP
For worldwide technical support information, see the HP support website:
http://www.hp.com/support
Before contacting HP, collect the following information:
Product model names and numbers
Technical support registration number (if applicable)
Product serial numbers
Error messages
Operating system type and revision level
Detailed questions
Subscription service
HP recommends that you register your product at the Subscriber's Choice for Business website:
http://www.hp.com/go/wwalerts
After registering, you will receive email notification of product enhancements, new driver versions,
firmware updates, and other product resources.
Related information
Documents
To find related documents, browse to the Manuals page of the HP Business Support Center website:
http://www.hp.com/support/manuals
For related documentation, navigate to the Networking section, and select a networking category.
For a complete list of acronyms and their definitions, see HP FlexNetwork Technology Acronyms.
Websites
HP.com http://www.hp.com
HP Networking http://www.hp.com/go/networking
HP manuals http://www.hp.com/support/manuals
HP download drivers and software http://www.hp.com/support/downloads
HP software depot http://www.software.hp.com
HP Education http://www.hp.com/learn
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Conventions
This section describes the conventions used in this documentation set.
Command conventions
Convention
Description
Boldface
Bold text represents commands and keywords that you enter literally as shown.
Italic
Italic text represents arguments that you replace with actual values.
[]
Square brackets enclose syntax choices (keywords or arguments) that are optional.
{ x | y | ... }
Braces enclose a set of required syntax choices separated by vertical bars, from which
you select one.
[ x | y | ... ]
Square brackets enclose a set of optional syntax choices separated by vertical bars, from
which you select one or none.
{ x | y | ... } *
Asterisk-marked braces enclose a set of required syntax choices separated by vertical

bars, from which you select at least one.
[ x | y | ... ] *
Asterisk-marked square brackets enclose optional syntax choices separated by vertical

bars, from which you select one choice, multiple choices, or none.
&<1-n>
The argument or keyword and argument combination before the ampersand (&) sign can
be entered 1 to n times.
A line that starts with a pound (#) sign is comments.
GUI conventions
Convention
Description
Boldface
Window names, button names, field names, and menu items are in bold text. For
example, the New User window appears; click OK.
>
Multi-level menus are separated by angle brackets. For example, File > Create > Folder.
Convention
Description
Symbols
WARNING
An alert that calls attention to important information that if not understood or followed can
result in personal injury.
CAUTION
An alert that calls attention to important information that if not understood or followed can
result in data loss, data corruption, or damage to hardware or software.
IMPORTANT
An alert that calls attention to essential information.
NOTE
TIP
An alert that contains additional or supplementary information.

An alert that provides helpful information.
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Network topology icons

Represents a generic network device, such as a router, switch, or firewall.
Represents a routing-capable device, such as a router or Layer 3 switch.
Represents a generic switch, such as a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch, or a router that supports
Layer 2 forwarding and other Layer 2 features.
Represents an access controller, a unified wired-WLAN module, or the switching engine
on a unified wired-WLAN switch.
Represents an access point.
Represents a mesh access point.

Represents omnidirectional signals.
Represents directional signals.
Represents a security product, such as a firewall, UTM, multiservice security gateway, or
load-balancing device.
Represents a security card, such as a firewall, load-balancing, NetStream, SSL VPN, IPS,
or ACG card.
Port numbering in examples

The port numbers in this document are for illustration only and might be unavailable on your device.
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Appendix A Chassis views and technical

specifications
The HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series includes the HP 7904 and HP 7910 models.
The HP 7904 switch includes a fixed component main processing unit and FRUs, including LPUs,
fan trays, and power supplies.
The main processing unit performs overall control and switching for the switch. The specifications
for the main processing unit are as follows:
Processor: MIPS64 (dual-core) @ 1.2 GHz.
SDRAM: 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM.
Flash: 512 MB (NOR flash).
NVRAM: None.
The HP 7910 switch includes switching fabric modules, LPUs, fan trays, and power supplies. All
these components are FRUs.
The switching fabric modules perform overall control and switching for the switch. For
specifications for the switching fabric modules, see the manuals of the switching fabric modules.
For more information about the FRUs, see "Appendix B FRUs and compatibility matrixes."
The main processing unit, LPUs, and switching fabric modules are also referred to as "cards" in this
document.
Chassis views
HP 7904
Figure 53 Front view
1
(1) LPU slots 1 and 2
(2) LPU slots 3 and 4
The switch comes with filler panels in all LPU slots except slot 0. In the figure, the LSV1QGS12SA1 LPUs
are installed in the LPU slots.
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Figure 54 Rear view

1
9
8
(1) Power supply slot 1
(2) From top down: console port and

management Ethernet port
(3) From top down: system status LED (SYS), ID LED, fan status LED
(FAN), reset button (RST), and LPU status LED (SLOT)
(4) Fan tray slot 1
(5) Power supply slot 2
(6) Fan tray slot 2
(7) USB port
(8) Power output LED (DC OK)
(9) Power input LED (AC OK)
The switch comes with the power supply slots empty and the filler panels for the slots as accessories. You
can install one or two power supplies for the switch. In the figure, the PSR1800-56A power supplies are
installed in the power supply slots.
To ensure good heat dissipation, you must install two fan trays of the same model for the switch. In the
figure, the HP 7904 back to front fan trays are installed in the fan tray slots.
HP 7910
Figure 55 Front view
(1) LPU slots 0 to 9
The switch comes with filler panels in all LPU slots except slot 1. In the figure, the LSV1QGS12SA1 LPUs
are installed in the LPU slots.
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Figure 56 Rear view

1
6 7
15
14
10
13
12
11
(1) Console port
(2) Management Ethernet port
(3) USB port
(4) Fan tray status LEDs (FAN 1 and FAN 2)
(5) Card status LED (Slots 0 to 11)
(6) Active/standby mode LED (ACTIVE)
(7) Reset button (RESET)
(8) Fan tray slot 1
(9) Fan tray slot 2
(10) ESD jack
(11) Power supply slots
(12) Power output LED (DC OK)
(13) Power input LED (AC OK)
(14) Switching fabric module slot (slot 11)
(15) Switching fabric module slot (slot 10)
The switch comes with the power supply slots empty and the filler panels for the slots as accessories. You
can install one or multiple power supplies for the switch. In the figure, the PSR1800-56A power supplies
are installed in the power supply slots.
The switch has two fan tray slots. In the figure, the HP 7910 back to front fan trays are installed in the fan
tray slots.
Technical specifications
Weights
The switch weight includes the chassis and FRUs. The weight of an HP 7904 switch is a maximum of 40
kg (88.18 lb). The weight of an HP 7910 switch is a maximum of 70 kg (154.32 lb).
Table 10 Weights
Item
Chassis
Model
Net weight
HP 7904
15.5 kg (34.17 lb)
HP 7910
22 kg (48.50 lb)
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Item
Card
Model
Net weight
LSV1QGS12SA1
2.5 kg (5.51 lb)
LSVM1SRPC1
5 kg (11.02 lb)
LSVM1SRPA1
5 kg (11.02 lb)
LSVM1QGS12FX1
2.5 kg (5.51 lb)
LSVM1TGS24FX1
2.3 kg (5.07 lb)
HP FlexFabric 7904 Back
(Power side) to Front (Port side)

Airflow Fan Tray
HP FlexFabric 7904 Front (Port

Fan tray
0.9 kg (1.98 lb)
side) to Back (Power side)

Airflow Fan Tray
HP FlexFabric 7910 Back

(Power side) to Front (Port side)
Airflow Fan Tray
HP FlexFabric 7910 Front (Port
2.3 kg (5.07 lb)
side) to Back (Power side)

Airflow Fan Tray
Power supply
PSR1800-56A
1.6 kg (3.53 lb)
NOTE:
The card models are marked on the card panels.
Dimensions
Table 11 lists dimensions for the switch chassis, excluding the FRUs and installation accessories.
Table 11 Dimensions
Model
Height
Weight
Depth
HP 7904
88.1 mm (3.47 in) (2 RU)
440 mm (17.32 in)
720 mm (28.35 in)
HP 7910
220 mm (8.66 in) (5 RU)
440 mm (17.32 in)
760 mm (29.92 in)
NOTE:
Rack height is measured in RUs. One RU is 44.45 mm (1.75 in).
Ports and slots

Table 12 Ports and slots
Item
HP 7904
HP 7910
Console port
Management Ethernet port
USB port
1
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Item
HP 7904
HP 7910
LPU slot
10
Switching fabric module slot
N/A
Fan tray slot
Power supply slot
Power consumptions
Card power consumption
The power consumption of a card depends on the card state.
Static power consumption (min)Power consumed by a card when the card is running but all ports
on the card are down and no transceiver modules are installed on the fiber ports of the card.
Dynamic power consumption (max)Power consumed by a card when the card is fully configured
and sends broadcasts at wire speed.
Table 13 Card power consumption

Model
Static power consumption
Dynamic power consumption
LSV1QGS12SA1
160 W
230 W
LSVM1SRPC1
185 W
245 W
LSVM1SRPA1
94 W
110 W
LSVM1QGS12FX1
160 W
230 W
LSVM1TGS24FX1
75 W
100 W
LSV1MPUA1 (main processing unit on

the HP 7904 switch)
334 W
350 W
Fan tray power consumption

The switch fan trays can automatically adjust the fan speed based on the heat dissipation condition of the
switch. The power consumed by a fan tray depends on the fan speed.
Table 14 Fan tray power consumption
Model
Minimum power consumption
Maximum power consumption
HP 7904 fan tray
18 W (40% speed)
130 W (100% speed)
HP 7910 fan tray
20 W (40% speed)
180 W (100% speed)
System power consumption

The system power consumption of the switch depends on the type, number, and power consumption of
the cards and fan trays.
Minimum system power consumptionStatic power consumption of all cards + Minimum power
consumption of all fan trays.
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For example, for an HP 7904 switch that has four LSV1QGS12SA1 LPUs and two HP 7904 fan
trays, the minimum system power consumption is: 334 (minimum power consumption of the main
processing unit LSV1MPUA1) + 4 160 + 2 18 = 1010 W.
Maximum system power consumptionDynamic power consumption of all cards + Maximum

power consumption of all fan trays.
For example, for an HP 7904 switch that has four LSV1QGS12SA1 LPUs and two HP 7904 fan
trays, the maximum system power consumption is: 350 (maximum power consumption of the main
process unit LSV1MPUA1) + 4 230 + 2 130 = 1530 W.
Heat dissipation
Heat dissipation is measured in BTU/h, and 1 W equals 3.4121 BTU/h.
The heat dissipation of a switch depends on its power consumption. To calculate heat dissipation of the
switch, assume 90% power consumption is converted to heat, and the efficiency of the power supply is
90%. Heat dissipation/hour of the switch is 0.9 (total power consumption of the cards plus power
consumption of the fan tray)/0.9 3.4121.
For the power consumption of the cards and fan trays of the HP FlexFabric 7900 Switch Series, see
"Power consumptions."
Temperature and humidity

Table 15 Temperature and humidity specifications
Item
Operating environment
Non-operating environment
Temperature
0C to 40C (32F to 104F)
40C to +70C (40F to +158F)
5% to 95%
5% to 95%
Relative humidity
(noncondensing)
Noise
The switch fan trays can automatically adjust the fan speed based on the heat dissipation condition of the
switch. The sound pressure levels of the switch vary by fan speed. For more information, see Table 16.
Table 16 Sound pressure levels
Model
Sound pressure level under room

temperature
Sound pressure level when the fan

tray operates at full speed
HP 7904 (two fan trays)
59.8 dB
76.3 dB
HP 7910 (two fan trays)
50.5 dB
77.9 dB
NOTE:
The sound pressure levels are measured according to the method specified in ISO 7779 at the bystander
position.
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Other specifications
Table 17 Other specifications
Model
System leakage
current standard
HP 7904
HP 7910
Fusing current
Fireproofing standard
15 A
EN60950-1
GB4943
IEC60950-1
UL60950-1
EN60950-1
GB4943
IEC60950-1
UL60950-1
Cooling system
The cooling system of the switch includes the air vents in the chassis, fan trays, and built-in fans of power
supplies. To guarantee the performance of this cooling system, consider the ventilation design for the
installation site when you choose a fan tray assembly and plan the installation site for the switch.
Cooling system for the HP 7904 switch

You must install two fan trays of the same model for the HP 7904 switch:
When the HP 7904 back to front fan trays are used, ambient air flows in through the air vents in the
fan tray panels, circulates through the chassis and the power supplies, and exhausts through the air
vents in the power supply panels and port-side panel, as shown in Figure 57.
When the HP 7904 front to back fan trays are used, ambient air flows in through the air vents in the
port-side panel, circulates through the chassis and the power supplies, and exhausts through the air
vents in the fan tray panels and the power supply panels, as shown in Figure 58.
Figure 57 Airflow through the switch chassis with the HP 7904 back to front fan trays
1
2
1
(1) Power supply air vents
(2) Fan tray air vents
(3) Port side air vents
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Figure 58 Airflow through the switch chassis with the HP 7904 front to back fan trays
Cooling system for the HP 7910 switch

The HP 7910 back to front fan trays and HP 7910 front to back fan trays are available for the HP 7910
switch. You can install one or two fan trays for the switch. To install two fan trays, make sure the two fan
trays are the same model.
When the HP 7910 back to front fan trays are used, ambient air flows in through the air vents in the
fan tray panels, circulates through the chassis and the power supplies, and exhausts through the air
vents in the power supply panels and port-side panel, as shown in Figure 59.
When the HP 7910 front to back fan trays are used, ambient air flows in through the air vents in the
port-side panel, circulates through the chassis and the power supplies, and exhausts through the air
vents in the fan tray panels and the power supply panels, as shown in Figure 60.
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Figure 59 Airflow through the switch chassis with the HP 7910 back to front fan trays
3
Figure 60 Airflow through the switch chassis with the HP 7910 front to back fan trays
3
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Appendix B FRUs and compatibility matrixes

LPUs
Table 18 describes the LPUs available for the switch.
Table 18 LPU specifications
Product
Code
JG683A
LPU model
LSV1QGS1
2SA1
HP Description
Connector
HP FlexFabric 7900
12-port 40GbE
QSFP+ SA Module
MPO
LC
Port
quantity
Port
speed
Available
transceiver
modules and
cables
QSFP+ module
QSFP+ DAC
12
40 Gbps
cable
QSFP+ to SFP+
DAC cable
JG683B
LSVM1QG
S12FX1
HP FlexFabric 7900
12-port 40GbE
QSFP+ FX Module
MPO
LC
QSFP+ module
QSFP+ DAC
12
40 Gbps
cable
QSFP+ to SFP+
DAC cable
JG845A
LSVM1TGS
24FX1
HP FlexFabric 7900
24-port 1/10GbE
SFP+ FX Module
LC
24
10/1
Gbps
SFP+ module
SFP+ DAC
cable
SFP module
The LPU models are marked on the LPU panels.

For more information about the transceiver modules available for the LPUs, see "Transceiver modules."
Switching fabric modules

Table 19 describes the switching fabric modules available for the HP 7910 switch.
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Table 19 Switching fabric module specifications

Product
Code
Model
HP Description
Item
Specifications
1 console port
1 10/100/1000Base-T
port for management and

upgrade
Interfaces
1 USB port (USB 2.0, Host)
HP FlexFabric
JH001A
JG842A
LSVM1S
RPA1
LSVM1S
RPC1
7910 2.4Tbps
Fabric/Main
Processing Unit
Console port: 9600 bps

Transmission rate
HP FlexFabric
7910 7.2Tbps
Fabric / Main
Processing Unit
(default) to 115200 bps
10/100/1000Base-T port:
10/100/1000 Mbps
Console port: 15 m (49.21 ft)

Transmission
medium and max
transmission
distance
over asynchronous serial

cable
10/100/1000Base-T port:
100 m (328.08 ft) over
category-5 twisted pair
cable
Power supplies
The PSR1800-56A power supply is available for the switch. The PSR1800-56A power supply is an
AC-input and DC-output power supply that provides a maximum output of 1800 W.
The HP 7904 switch supports 1+1 power redundancy. The HP 7910 switch supports N+1 or N+N power
redundancy. N can be 1 or 2. The number of power supplies that a switch requires is determined by the
power supply mode and system power consumption. Make sure the total maximum output power of the
installed power supplies is greater than the system power consumption. HP recommends that you reserve
20% of the maximum output power.
Table 20 describes PSR1800-56A power supply specifications.
Table 20 PSR1800-56A power supply specifications
Product
Code
JG840A
Model
PSR180056A
HP Description
HP FlexFabric
7900 1800w
AC Front (Port
Side) to Back
(Power Side)
Airflow Power
Supply Unit
Item
Specifications
Rated input voltage

range
100 VAC to 240 VAC @ 50/60

Hz
Maximum input current
13 A
Output voltage
56 VDC
Output current
32.2 A (201 VAC to 240 VAC)

19.6 A (100 VAC to 200 VAC)
1800 W (201 VAC to 240
Maximum output power
VAC)
1100 W (100 VAC to 200

VAC)
Operating temperature
65
10C to +55C (14F to 131F)
Product
Code
Model
HP Description
Item
Specifications
Relative humidity
5% to 95%
NOTE:
You can install one power supply if the input voltage is in the range of 200 VAC to 240 VAC. You must
install two power supplies if the input voltage is in the range of 100 VAC to 200 VAC.
Fan trays
The HP 7904 back to front fan tray and HP 7904 front to back fan tray are available for the HP 7904
switch. The HP 7910 back to front fan tray and HP 7910 front to back fan tray are available for the HP
7910 switch.
Table 21 describes the specifications for the fan trays.
Table 21 Fan tray specifications
Product
Code
HP
description
Dimensions
Number
of fans
Max fan
speed
Max air
volume
Power
consumption
JG839A
HP FlexFabric
7904 back
(power side) to
front (port side)
airflow Fan
Tray
40 x 40 x 56
mm (1.57 x
1.57 x 2.20 in)
105 CFM
22100 RPM
18 W to 130
W
JG684A
HP FlexFabric
7904 front
(port side) to
back (power
side) airflow
Fan Tray
40 x 40 x 56
mm (1.57 x
1.57 x 2.20 in)
105 CFM
22100 RPM
18 W to 130
W
JG844A
HP FlexFabric
7910 Back
(Power side) to
Front (Port side)
Airflow Fan
Tray
60 60 38
mm (2.36
2.36 1.50 in)
252 CFM
16500 RPM
21 W to 180
W
JG843A
HP FlexFabric
7910 Front
(Port side) to
Back (Power
side) Airflow
Fan Tray
60 60 38
mm (2.36
2.36 1.50 in)
252 CFM
16500 RPM
21 W to 180
W
Transceiver modules
The switch supports the following transceiver modules and cables:
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Gigabit SFP modules listed in Table 22.
SFP+ modules listed in Table 23.
SFP+ DAC cables listed in Table 24.
QSFP+ modules listed in Table 25.
QSFP+ DAC cables listed in Table 26.
QSFP+ to SFP+ DAC cables listed in Table 27.
Table 22 Gigabit SFP transceiver module specifications

Product
Code
JD118B
HP
Description
HP X120 1G
SFP LC SX
Transceiver
Central
wavelength
(nm)
Fiber diameter
(m)
HP X120 1G
SFP LC LX
Transceiver
550 m (1804.46 ft)
400
500 m (1640.42 ft)
200
275 m (902.23 ft)
160
220 m (721.78 ft)
N/A
10 km (6.21 miles)
500
550 m (1804.46 ft)
400
550 m (1804.46 ft)
62.5/125
500
550 m (1804.46 ft)
850
62.5/125
1310
(MHz*km)
Max transmission
distance
500
50/125
9/125
JD119B
Modal
bandwidth
50/125
JD061A
HP X125 1G
SFP LC LH40
1310nm
Transceiver
1310
9/125
N/A
40 km (24.86 miles)
JD062A
HP X120 1G
SFP LC LH40
1550nm
Transceiver
1550
9/125
N/A
40 km (24.86 miles)
JD063B
HP X125 1G
SFP LC LH70
Transceiver
1550
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD103A
HP X120 1G
SFP LC
LH100
Transceiver
1550
9/125
N/A
100 km (62.14
miles)
JD098B
HP X120 1G
SFP LC BX
10-U
Transceiver
9/125
N/A
10 km (6.21 miles)
JD099B
HP X120 1G
SFP LC BX
10-D
Transceiver
9/125
N/A
10 km (6.21 miles)
TX: 1310
RX: 1490
TX: 1490
RX: 1310
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Central
wavelength
HP
Description
JD113A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1470
Transceiver
1470
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD114A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1490
Transceiver
1490
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD115A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1510
Transceiver
1510
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD116A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1530
Transceiver
1530
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD109A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1550
Transceiver
1550
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD110A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1570
Transceiver
1570
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD111A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1590
Transceiver
1590
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
JD112A
HP X170 1G
SFP LC LH70
1610
Transceiver
1610
9/125
N/A
70 km (43.50 miles)
(nm)
Fiber diameter
(m)
Modal
bandwidth
Product
Code
(MHz*km)
Max transmission
distance
Table 23 SFP+ transceiver module specifications

Product
code
JD092B
HP
Description
HP X130
10G SFP+ LC
SR
Transceiver
Central
wavelength
(nm)
Fiber diameter
(m)
50/125
850
62.5/125
68
Modal
bandwidth
(MHz*km)
Max transmission
distance
2000
300 m (984.25 ft)
500
82 m (269.03 ft)
400
66 m (216.54 ft)
200
33 m (108.27 ft)
160
26 m (85.30 ft)
Central
wavelength
HP
Description
JD094B
HP X130
10G SFP+ LC
LR Transceiver
1310
9/125
N/A
10 km (6.21 miles)
JG234A
HP X130
10G SFP+ LC
ER 40km
Transceiver
1550
9/125
N/A
40 km (24.86 miles)
JG915A
HP X130
10G SFP+ LC
LH 80km
Transceiver
1550
9/125
N/A
80 km (49.71 miles)
(nm)
Fiber diameter
(m)
Modal
bandwidth
Product
code
(MHz*km)
Max transmission
distance
Table 24 SFP+ DAC cable specifications

Product code
HP Description
Length
JD096C
HP X240 10G SFP+ SFP+ 1.2m Direct Attach

Copper Cable
1.2 m (3.94 ft)
JD097C
HP X240 10G SFP+ SFP+ 3m Direct Attach

Copper Cable
3 m (9.84 ft)
JG081C
HP X240 10G SFP+ SFP+ 5m Direct Attach

Copper Cable
5 m (16.40 ft)
Table 25 QSFP+ transceiver module specifications

Product
Code
HP
Description
JG325B
HP X140
40G QSFP+
MPO SR4
Transceiver
JG709A
JG661A
HP X140
40G QSFP+
MPO MM
850nm CSR4
300m
Transceiver
HP X140
40G QSFP+
LC LR4 SM
10km
1310nm
Transceiver
Module
Central
wavelength
Connector
(nm)
850
850
MPO
MPO
Fiber
diameter
Modal
bandwidth
(m)
(MHz km)
Multi-mode,
50/125
Multi-mode,
50/125
Max
transmission
distance
2000
100 m (328.08
ft)
4700
150 m (492.12
ft)
2000
300 m (984.25
ft)
4700
400 m
(1312.33 ft)
N/A
10 km (6.21
miles)
Four lanes:
1271
1291
Single-mode,
9/125
LC
1311
1331
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NOTE:
The JG325B and JG709A transceiver modules can be used to connect one 40G QSFP+ port to four 10G
SFP+ ports. The QSFP+ transceiver modules and SFP+ transceiver modules to be connected must be the
same in specifications, including central wavelength and fiber type.
Table 26 QSFP+ DAC cable specifications
Product code
HP Description
Cable length
JG326A
HP X240 40G QSFP+ QSFP+ 1m

Direct Attach Copper Cable
1 m (3.28 ft)
JG327A

3 m (9.84 ft)
JG328A

5 m (16.40 ft)
Remarks
Used for connecting 40

Gbps QSFP+ ports.
Table 27 QSFP+ to SFP+ DAC cable specifications

Product code
HP Description
Cable length
JG329A
HP X240 40G QSFP+ to 4x10G SFP+ 1m

Direct Attach Copper Splitter Cable
1 m (3.28 ft)
JG330A

3 m (9.84 ft)
JG331A

5 m (16.40 ft)
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Remarks
Used for connecting
a 40 Gbps QSFP+
port to four 10 Gbps
SFP+ ports.
Appendix C Ports and LEDs

Ports
Console port
Table 28 Console port specifications
Item
Description
Connector type
RJ-45
Compliant standard
EIA/TIA-232
Transmission baud rate
9600 bps (default) to 115200 bps
Services
Provides connection to an ASCII terminal.

Provides connection to the serial port of a local or remote (through a pair of
modems) PC running terminal emulation program.
Management Ethernet port

You can connect the management Ethernet port to a PC or management station for loading and
debugging software or remote management.
Table 29 Management Ethernet port specifications
Item
Description
Connector type
RJ-45
Port transmission rate
10/100/1000 Mbps
Transmission medium and max

transmission distance
100 m (328.08 ft) over category-5 twisted pair cable
USB port
The USB2.0 port can upload and download data at a rate up to 12 Mbps. You can use this USB port to
access the file system on the Flash of the switch, for example, to upload or download application and
configuration files.
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LEDs
HP 7904 chassis LEDs
System status LED
The system status LED (SYS) shows the operating status of the switch.
Table 30 System status LED description
LED
SYS
Status
Description
Steady green
The switch is starting.
Flashing green
The switch is operating correctly.
Flashing red
The switch is faulty.
Off
The switch is powered off.
ID LED
The ID LED shows the IRF member role of the switch.
Table 31 ID LED description
LED
ID
Status
Description
Steady green
The switch is operating as a master switch.
Off
The switch is operating as a subordinate switch.
Fan status LED

The fan status LED (FAN) shows the fan tray operating status.
Table 32 Fan status LED description
LED
FAN
Status
Description
Green
The fan tray is operating correctly.
Red
The fan tray is faulty or no fan tray is installed.
LPU status LED

The LPU status LED (SLOT) shows the LPU operating status.
Table 33 LPU status LED description
LED
SLOT
Status
Description
Steady green
The LPU is starting.
Flashing green
The LPU is operating correctly.
Flashing red
The LPU is faulty.
Off
The LPU is powered off.
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Management Ethernet port LEDs

A management Ethernet port has one LINK LED and one ACT LED to show its link and data transmission
status.
Table 34 Management Ethernet port LED description
Status
Description
LINK
ACT
Steady on
Flashing
A link is present, and the management Ethernet port is receiving or

sending data.
Steady on
Off
A link is present.
Off
Off
No link is present.
HP 7910 switching fabric module LEDs

Fan status LED
The fan status LED (FAN) shows the fan tray operating status.
Table 35 Fan status LED description
LED
FAN
Status
Description
Green
The fan tray is operating correctly.
Red
The fan tray is faulty or no fan tray is installed.
Flashing red and green
The two fan trays are in opposite airflow

directions.
Card status LEDs

The switching fabric module provides SLOT LEDs for the LPUs and switching fabric modules. Slots 0 to 9
indicate the operating status of the LPUs. Slots 10 and 11 indicate the operating status of the switching
fabric modules.
Table 36 Card status LED description
LED
Slots 0 to 9
Slot 10 and Slot

11
Status
Description
Steady green
The LPU is starting. If the LED remains steady green, the LPU is
faulty.
Flashing green
The LPU is operating correctly.
Flashing red
An over-temperature condition has occurred.
Off
The LPU is powered off.
Steady green
The switching fabric module is starting. If the LED remains

steady green, the switching fabric module is faulty.
Flashing green
The switching fabric module is operating correctly.
Steady red
A software failure has occurred.
Flashing red
An over-temperature condition has occurred.
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LED
Status
Description
Off
The switching fabric module is powered off.
ACTIVE LED
The ACTIVE LED indicates the active and standby working mode of the switching fabric module.
Table 37 ACTIVE LED description
LED
Status
Description
Steady green
The switching fabric module is operating in

active mode.
ACTIVE
The switching fabric module is operating in

standby mode.
Off
The switching fabric module is faulty.
Management Ethernet port LEDs

For description about the management Ethernet port LEDs, see "Management Ethernet port LEDs."
LPU LEDs
SFP+ port LED
Each SFP+ port has a status LED to show the port operating status and activities.
Table 38 SFP+ port LED description
LED
SFP+ port LED
Status
Description
Flashing green
The SFP+ port is sending or receiving data at 10

Gbps.
Flashing orange
The SFP+ port is sending or receiving data at 1

Gbps.
On
A link is present on the SFP+ port.
Off
No link is present on the SFP+ port.
QSFP+ port LEDs

Each QSFP+ port has a status LED to show the port operating status and activities.
Table 39 QSFP+ port LED description
LED
QSFP+ port LED
(one-to-one
connection)
QSFP+ port LED
(one-to-four
connection)
Status
Description
Flashing
The QSFP+ port is sending or receiving data.
On
A link is present on the QSFP+ port.
Off
No link is present on the QSFP+ port.
Flashing
A minimum of one link is sending or receiving data.
On
A minimum of one link is present on the QSFP+ port.
Off
No link is present on the QSFP+ port.

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Power supply LEDs

The PSR1800-56A power supply provides the power input LED (AC OK) and power output LED (DC OK)
to show the power input and output status.
Table 40 Power supply LED description
LED
AC OK
DC OK
Status
Description
Steady green
The power is input correctly.
Off
No power is being input or the power supply has an input

problem.
Steady green
The power is output correctly.
Steady red
The power supply has an output problem.
Off
No power is being output.
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Index
ACEFGILOPRSTV
A
Attaching an ESD wrist strap,22
LEDs,72
LPU failure,50
LPUs,64
Chassis views,55
Configuration terminal problems,48
Configuring basic IRF settings,46
Other specifications,61
Configuring the switch,39
Connecting the console cable,37
Planning IRF fabric setup,44
Connecting the physical IRF ports,46
Ports,71
Connecting the power cord,29
Power supplies,65
Connecting the switch to the network,41
Power supply failure,49
Contacting HP,52
Powering on the switch,38
Conventions,53
Cooling system,61
Related information,52
Replacing a fan tray,32
Examining the installation site,1
Replacing a switching fabric module,33
Fan tray failure,49
Safety recommendations,1
Fan trays,66
Setting terminal parameters,38
Setting up the configuration environment,37
Grounding the switch,19
Switching fabric module failure,50
Switching fabric modules,64
Installing a power supply,27
Installing an LPU,30
Technical specifications,57
Installing fan trays,25
Testing connectivity,42
Installing IRF member switches,45
Transceiver modules,66
Installing switching fabric modules for the HP 7910

switch,22
V
Verifying the installation,31
Installing the switch in a 19-inch rack,5
Verifying the IRF fabric configuration,46
Interface failure,50
IRF fabric setup flowchart,43
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Configuring the basic access function 40

Setting up an IRF fabric 43

Appendix C Ports and LEDs 71

Preparing for installation

HP FlexFabric 7904 Switch Chassis

HP FlexFabric 7910 Switch Chassis

Make sure the input voltage is in the required range.

Examining the installation site

The rack has a good ventilation system.

The rack is reliably grounded.

Temperature and humidity

Concentration limit (particles/m)

3 x 104 (no visible dust on the tabletop over three days)

Maximum concentration (mg/m3)

A conduction pattern of capacitance coupling.

Electromagnetic wave radiation.

Common impedance (including the grounding system) coupling.

To prevent EMI, use the following guidelines:

Installing the switch

Install the switch

Ground the switch

Connect the power

Verify the installation

Power on the switch

Power off the switch

Installing the switch in a 19-inch rack

(1) Cable management bracket

(2) Mounting bracket

Figure 4 HP 7910 cable management frame

(2) Mounting rail

111.5 mm (4.39 in).

150 mm (5.91 in).

Figure 5 Attaching the mounting rail to the cable frame (1)

Figure 6 Attaching the mounting rail to the cable frame (2)

Figure 7 Attaching the mounting rail to the cable frame (3)

Rack mounting rail kit

(1) Chassis rail

(2) Slide rail

Figure 9 Left bottom-support rail

(1) Front mark

(2) Guide rail

(3) Installation hole

Rack-mounting clearance requirements

Height88.1 mm (3.47 in) (2 RU).

720 mm (28.35 in) for the chassis.

between the front and rear rack posts.

90 mm (3.54 in) for the cable

A minimum of 100 mm (3.94 in) between

66 mm (2.60 in) for the components at

Height220 mm (8.66 in) (5 RU).

760 mm (29.92 in) for the chassis.

the front rack post and the front door.

A minimum of 840 mm (33.07 in)

between the front rack post and the rear

A minimum of 100 mm (3.94 in) between

A minimum of 840 mm (33.07 in)

between the front rack post and the rear

Figure 10 HP 7904 dimensions

(1) Power supply handle

(2) Cable management bracket