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AC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches ........
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Installing the Switch ..........147 Installing and Connecting an EX4550 Switch ......147 Mounting an EX4550 Switch .
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Connecting Earth Ground to an EX Series Switch ..... 162 Connecting AC Power to an EX4550 Switch ......163 Connecting DC Power to an EX4550 Switch .
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Packing an EX4550 Switch or Component for Shipping ....240 Packing an EX4550 Switch for Shipping ......240 Packing EX4550 Switch Components for Shipping .
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Figure 79: Location of the Serial Number ID Label on a 10GBASE-T Expansion Module Used in an EX4550 Switch ....... . 237 Figure 80: Location of the Serial Number ID Label on a Virtual Chassis Module Used in an EX4550 Switch .
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Cooling System and Airflow ........35 Table 17: Fan Modules in EX4550 Switches ......36 Table 18: Airflow Direction in EX4550 Switches .
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Table 49: Optical interface Support and Copper Interface Support for 1-gigabit SFP Transceivers in EX4550 Switches ....... 95 Table 50: Optical interface Support for 10-gigabit SFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches .
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Table 70: Virtual Chassis Components to Consider When Planning an EX4200, EX4500, and EX4550 Virtual Chassis ......138 Table 71: Cabling Requirements for a Virtual Chassis .
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Networks EX4200 Ethernet Switches or Juniper Networks EX4500 Ethernet Switches or both, in a total of up to 10 members. You can expand the number of ports on an EX4550 switch by installing up to two optional expansion modules in the module slots on either side of the chassis.
Layer 3 switching, routing, and security services. The same Junos OS code base that runs on EX Series switches also runs on all Juniper Networks M Series, MX Series, and T Series routers, and SRX Series Services Gateways. For information about installing software...
EX4550-32T switch. Figure 2: Front Panel of an EX4550-32T Switch Figure 3 on page 5 shows the rear panel of an EX4550 switch with power supplies and fan modules installed. Figure 3: Rear Panel of an EX4550 Switch...
Virtual Chassis Hardware Configurations” on page 135. You can use the following ports to connect an EX4550 switch in a Virtual Chassis: Dedicated VCPs on the Virtual Chassis module installed in the switch SFP+ network ports and SFP+ expansion module ports configured as VCPs...
EX4550-32F-S switches are not shipped with pre-installed power supplies; you must order them separately. You can install a second AC or DC power supply in the EX4550 switches. See “AC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches”...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide All the EX4550 switchmodels, except the EX4550-32F-S switches are shipped with three fan modules pre-installed in the rear panel of the switches. EX4550-32F-S switches are not shipped with pre-installed fan modules; you must order them separately.
Ethernet network ports Figure 6 on page 9 shows the components on the rear panel of an EX4550 switch (with the module slot cover panel, an AC power supply, and three fan modules installed). Figure 6: Components on the Rear Panel of an EX4550 Switch 1—...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 4: EX4550 Switch Model Number, Shipped Components, and Supported Junos OS Release First Junos Number and Model Number Types of Ports Direction of Airflow Fan Modules Power Supply Release EX4550-32F-AFI 32-port 10-Gigabit Back-to-front—air Three fan One AC power 12.2R1...
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Chapter 1: System Overview Table 4: EX4550 Switch Model Number, Shipped Components, and Supported Junos OS Release (continued) First Junos Number and Model Number Types of Ports Direction of Airflow Fan Modules Power Supply Release EX4550-32T-AFI 32-port 10-Gigabit Back-to-front—air Three fan One AC power 12.2R4...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Identifying EX4550 Switch Models Purpose Identify the model number of your EX4550 switch. Action Check the value of the FRU Model Number field in the Routing Engine section in the output of the show chassis hardware extensive CLI command.
EX4550 Switch Models on page 9 Documentation EX4550 Switch Hardware and CLI Terminology Mapping This topic describes the hardware terms used in EX4550 switch documentation and the corresponding terms used in the Junos OS CLI. See Table 5 on page...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 5: CLI Equivalents of Terms Used in the Documentation for EX4550 Switches (continued) Hardware Description Item (CLI) (CLI) Value (CLI) Item in Documentation Additional Information PIC (n) Abbreviated n is a value in the range 0...
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Chapter 1: System Overview Table 5: CLI Equivalents of Terms Used in the Documentation for EX4550 Switches (continued) Hardware Description Item (CLI) (CLI) Value (CLI) Item in Documentation Additional Information JPSU-650W AC and DC power supplies DC Power Supply in...
Chassis Status LEDs in EX4550 Switches on page 28 Management Port LEDs in EX4550 Switches on page 29 Network Port and Expansion Module Port LEDs in EX4550 Switches on page 30 Chassis Physical Specifications for EX4550 Switches The EX4550 switch chassis is a rigid sheet-metal structure that houses all components of the switch.
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide You can mount an EX4550 switch on a standard 19-in. two-post rack. You can also mount the switch on a standard 19-in. four-post rack or in a standard 19-in. enclosed cabinet. Related Rack Requirements for EX4550 Switches on page 79...
Chapter 2: Chassis Components and Descriptions LCD Panel in EX4550 Switches The LCD panel of the EX4550 switch shows two lines of text, each that can contain a maximum of 16 characters. The LCD panel displays a variety of information about the switch and also provides a menu to perform basic operations such as initial setup and reboot.
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide In an EX4550 switch that is a member of a Virtual Chassis, the first line of the LCD panel always displays: The slot number (the member ID for the Virtual Chassis member) Role of the switch in the Virtual Chassis (...
ADM (administrative status) DPX (duplex) SPD (speed) “Network Port and Expansion Module Port LEDs in EX4550 Switches” on page 30 for information about the Status LED modes. Press Menu to exit the Idle menu and go to the Status menu.
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EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 7: LCD Panel Menu Options in EX4550 Switches (continued) Menu Label Description MAINT The Maintenance menu has the following options to configure and troubleshoot the switch: (Maintenance SYSTEM HALT?—Choose one of the following: Menu) Press Enter to halt the switch. Press Enter again to confirm the halt.
You must order them separately. You can install up to two expansion modules in an EX4550 switch—one in each of the module slots on the front panel and the rear panel of the switch. By installing an expansion module, you add more ports to your switch, thereby increasing the port density of the switch.
EX4550 switch chassis. The Virtual Chassis module has two dedicated Virtual Chassis ports (VCPs), using which you can interconnect the EX4550 switch to an EX4200, EX4500, or EX4550 switch in a Virtual Chassis configuration. Figure 14 on page 26 shows the Virtual Chassis module.
EX4500 switches through SFP+ expansion module ports or SFP+ network ports configured as VCPs to form a Virtual Chassis. You can also configure 10GBASE-T network ports, 10GBASE-T expansion module ports, or QSFP+ expansion module ports as VCPs to interconnect EX4550 switches in a Virtual Chassis. NOTE:...
EX4550 Switches Hardware Overview on page 3 Chassis Status LEDs in EX4550 Switches The front panel of an EX4550 switch has three chassis status LEDs (labeled ) on the far right side of the panel, next to the Menu and Enter buttons (see Figure 16 on page 28).
EX4550 Switches Hardware Overview on page 3 Management Port LEDs in EX4550 Switches The management port, which is on the front panel of an EX4550 switch, has two LEDs that indicate link activity and status of the management port (see Figure 17 on page 29).
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 12: Link/Activity LED on the Management Port on an EX4550 Switch Color State and Description Link/Activity Green Blinking—The port and the link are active, and there is link activity. On steadily—The port and the link are active, but there is no link activity.
LED that indicate the link activity of the port. Each LED is shaped to point toward the port for which it displays the link activity. Figure 20 on page 31 shows the LEDs on the QSFP+ expansion module ports of an EX4550 switch. Figure 20: QSFP+ Expansion Module Port LEDs Each QSFP+ expansion module port has two LEDs that indicate link activity and status of the expansion module ports.
Status LED on SFP+ network ports and SFP+ expansion module ports in EX4550 switches. From the Idle menu of the LCD panel, use the Enter button on the LCD panel to toggle between the ADM, DPX, and SPD indicators.
Cooling System and Airflow in an EX4550 Switch on page 35 Cooling System and Airflow in an EX4550 Switch The cooling system in an EX4550 switch consists of three fan modules and a single fan in each power supply. EX4550 switches provide back-to-front airflow (air comes in from the back of the switch) or front-to-back (air exhausts through the back of the switch) airflow depending on the fan modules and power supplies installed in the switch.
EX4550 switches except the EX4550-32F-S switches have the fan modules and power supplies preinstalled on the rear panel of the switches. Power supplies and fan modules for the EX4550-32F-S switch are not shipped by default; you must order them separately.
) with different airflow labels in the same chassis. Back-to-Front Airflow In the EX4550 switches that have back-to-front airflow, the air intake to cool the chassis is through the vents on the rear panel, and hot air exhausts through the vents on the front panel of the switch.
AIR IN (AFI) Front-to-Back Airflow In the EX4550 switches that have front-to-back airflow, the air intake to cool the chassis is through the vents on the front panel of the switch, and hot air exhausts through the vents on the rear panel. See...
) for each fan module on the left side of the corresponding fan module slot. It indicates the status of the fan module. Table 19 on page 39 describes the Status LED on a fan module in an EX4550 switch. Table 19: Fan Module LED State...
This topic describes the AC power supplies. The AC power supply in EX4550 switches gives an output of 650 W and supports both low line voltage (100–120 VAC) and high line voltage (200–240 VAC).
To avoid electrical injury while installing or removing AC power supplies, carefully follow instructions in “Installing an AC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch” on page 203 “Removing an AC Power Supply from an EX4550 Switch” on page 204.
Installing an AC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch on page 203 AC Power Supply LEDs in EX4550 Switches Figure 26 on page 43 shows the location of the LEDs on an AC power supply for an EX4550 switch. Figure 26: AC Power Supply LEDs in an EX4550 Switch...
(FRU): You can install it without powering off the switch or disrupting the switching function. All the EX4550 switches that are powered by DC power supplies, except the EX4550-32F-S switches are shipped with one DC power supply pre-installed in the rear panel of the switches.
3— Ejector lever 2—Terminal block The DC power supply in EX4550 switches is a hot-insertable and hot-removable field-replaceable unit (FRU): You can install it without powering off the switch or disrupting the switching function. Two variants of DC power supplies are available, each with a different airflow:...
Chapter 4: Power Supplies Figure 29: DC Power Supply Faceplate on an EX4550 Switch 1— V+ input terminals 5— ESD grounding point 2— V– input terminals 6— ! (Fault) LED 3— Terminal block 7— OUT (Output) LED 4— Ejector lever 8—...
NOTE: This topic applies only to the J-Web Application package. When you log in to the J-Web user interface, the dashboard for the Juniper Networks EX Series Ethernet Switches appears. Use the dashboard to view system information. The Update Available window appears if there is a latest update of the J-Web Application package available on the Juniper Networks server.
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Virtual Chassis, the value displayed in Inventory details field is always 1 FPC. FPC is a legacy term for a slot in a large Juniper Networks chassis; which simply refers to the standalone switch. For EX2200 and EX2200-C switches configured as a Virtual Chassis, the value displayed in the Inventory details field is 1–4 FPC, with the number corresponding to the number of...
59—Describes the chassis viewer for EX4300 switches. Table 33 on page 60—Describes the chassis viewer for EX4500 switches. Table 34 on page 61—Describes the chassis viewer for EX4550 switches. Table 35 on page 63—Describes the chassis viewer for EX6210 switches. Table 36 on page 63—Describes the chassis viewer for EX8208 switches.
USB port Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Fan tray Mouse over the fan tray icon to display name, status, and description information.
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USB port Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Fan tray Mouse over the fan tray icon to display name, status, and description information.
Description USB port Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Management ( ) port The management port is used to connect the switch to a management device for out-of-band management.
USB port Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Fan tray Mouse over the fan tray icons to display name, status, and description information.
Use this port for initial switch configuration. USB port Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Rear View of the EX4500 Switch Fan tray Mouse over the fan tray icon to display status of the fans and airflow direction information.
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If an expansion module or a Virtual Chassis module is installed in the switch, mouse over the interface (ports) on the module for more information. On an EX4550-32F switch, for SFP and SFP+ ports, the interfaces appear dimmed if no transceiver is inserted. The chassis viewer displays...
You can view status for the following ports on the SRE module: USB port—Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Management ( ) port—The management port is used to connect the switch to a management...
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You can view status for the following ports on the SRE module: USB port—Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Auxiliary port—This port is unavailable.
You can view status for the following ports on the RE module: USB port—Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. Auxiliary port—This port is unavailable.
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USB port Indicates the USB port for the switch. NOTE: We recommend that you use USB flash drives purchased from Juniper Networks for your EX Series switch. PIC1 slot You can install a Virtual Chassis module in the PIC1 slot. Mouse over the Virtual Chassis ports to display the port status details.
CHAPTER 6 Preparation Overview Site Preparation Checklist for EX4550 Switches on page 71 Environmental Requirements and Specifications for EX Series Switches on page 72 General Site Guidelines on page 76 Site Electrical Wiring Guidelines on page 77 Chassis Physical Specifications for EX4550 Switches on page 79...
General Safety Guidelines and Warnings on page 253 Documentation General Site Guidelines on page 76 Installing and Connecting an EX4550 Switch on page 147 Mounting an EX4550 Switch on page 148 Environmental Requirements and Specifications for EX Series Switches The switch must be installed in a rack or cabinet housed in a dry, clean, well-ventilated, and temperature-controlled environment.
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DC Power Supply in EX4300 Switches AC Power Supply in EX4500 Switches DC Power Supply in EX4500 Switches AC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches on page 41 DC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches on page 44 AC Power Supply in an EX4600 Switch...
QSFP+ expansion module port: 0.61 lb (0.28 kg) Virtual Chassis module: 0.66 lb (0.3 kg) You can mount an EX4550 switch on a standard 19-in. two-post rack. You can also mount the switch on a standard 19-in. four-post rack or in a standard 19-in. enclosed cabinet.
Related Chassis Physical Specifications for EX4550 Switches on page 17 Documentation Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance for EX4550 Switches on page 81 Mounting an EX4550 Switch on page 148 Rack-Mounting and Cabinet-Mounting Warnings on page 266 Cabinet Requirements for EX4550 Switches You can mount the switch in a cabinet that contains a 19-in.
Mounting an EX4550 Switch on page 148 Rack-Mounting and Cabinet-Mounting Warnings on page 266 Clearance Requirements for Airflow and Hardware Maintenance for EX4550 Switches When planning the site for installing an EX4550 switch, you must allow sufficient clearance around the switch. Follow these clearance requirements:...
Power Specifications and Requirements AC Power Supply Specifications for EX4550 Switches on page 85 AC Power Cord Specifications for an EX4550 Switch on page 86 DC Power Supply Specifications for EX4550 Switches on page 88 Calculating the EX Series Switch Fiber-Optic Cable Power Budget on page 89...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 45: AC Power Supply Specifications for an EX4550 Switch (continued) Item Specification System Thermal Output of EX4550-32T switches with two 1375 BTU/Hour EX4550-EM-8XT expansion modules installed = (Maximum System Power Requirement ) * 3.41 NOTE: 1 W = 3.41 BTU/Hour...
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Chapter 7: Power Specifications and Requirements Table 46: AC Power Cord Specifications for an EX4550 Switch (continued) Country/Region Electrical Specifications Plug Standards Juniper Model number Graphic China 250 VAC, 10 A, 50 Hz GB 1002-1996 Type CBL-EX-PWR-C13-CH PRC/3 Europe 250 VAC, 10 A, 50 Hz...
BS 1363/A Type BS89/13 CBL-EX-PWR-C13-UK Kingdom CAUTION: The AC power cord for the EX4550 switch is intended for use with this switch only. Do not use the cord with any other product. CAUTION: Power cords must not block access to switch components.
DC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches on page 44 Documentation DC Power Supply LEDs in EX4550 Switches on page 46 Calculating the EX Series Switch Fiber-Optic Cable Power Budget Calculate the link's power budget when planning fiber-optic cable layout and distances to ensure that fiber-optic connections have sufficient power for correct operation.
Dispersion on page 120 Pluggable Transceivers Supported on EX4550 Switches Uplink module ports on EX4550 switches support SFP, SFP+, and QSFP+ transceivers. This topic describes the optical interfaces supported for those transceivers. It also lists the copper interfaces supported for the SFP transceivers.
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 50: Optical interface Support for 10-gigabit SFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches Ethernet Standard Specification Value 10GBASE-USR Model number EX-SFP-10GE-USR Rate 10 Gbps Connector type Fiber count Dual Transmitter wavelength 850 nm Minimum launch power –7.3 dBm Maximum launch power –1.3 dBm...
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Chapter 8: Transceiver and Cable Specifications Table 50: Optical interface Support for 10-gigabit SFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches (continued) Ethernet Standard Specification Value 10GBASE-SR Model number EX-SFP-10GE-SR Rate 10 Gbps Connector type Fiber count Dual Transmitter wavelength 850 nm Minimum launch power –7.3 dBm...
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EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 50: Optical interface Support for 10-gigabit SFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches (continued) Ethernet Standard Specification Value 10GBASE-LRM Model number EX-SFP-10GE-LRM Rate 10 Gbps Connector type Fiber count Dual Transmitter wavelength 1310 nm Minimum launch power –6.5 dBm...
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Chapter 8: Transceiver and Cable Specifications Table 50: Optical interface Support for 10-gigabit SFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches (continued) Ethernet Standard Specification Value 10GBASE-LR Model number EX-SFP-10GE-LR Rate 10 Gbps Connector type Fiber count Dual Transmitter wavelength 1310 nm Minimum launch power –8.2 dBm...
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EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 50: Optical interface Support for 10-gigabit SFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches (continued) Ethernet Standard Specification Value 10GBASE-ER Model number EX-SFP-10GE-ER Rate 10 Gbps Connector type Fiber count Dual Transmitter wavelength 1550 nm Minimum launch power –4.7 dBm...
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Chapter 8: Transceiver and Cable Specifications Table 50: Optical interface Support for 10-gigabit SFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches (continued) Ethernet Standard Specification Value 10GBASE-ZR Model number EX-SFP-10GE-ZR Rate 10 Gbps Connector type Fiber count Dual Transmitter wavelength 1550 nm Minimum launch power...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Table 51: Optical interface Support for 40-gigabit QSFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches Ethernet Standard Specification Value 40GBASE-SR4 Model number QFX-QSFP-40GE-SR4 Rate 40 Gbps Connector type 12-ribbon multimode fiber crossover cable with female MTP connectors Fiber count...
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Chapter 8: Transceiver and Cable Specifications Table 51: Optical interface Support for 40-gigabit QSFP+ Transceivers in EX4550 Switches (continued) Ethernet Standard Specification Value 40GBASE-LR4 Model number JNP-QSFP-40GE-LR4 Rate 40 Gbps (10 Gbps per Lane) Connector type Fiber count Dual Lane wavelength Lane 0—1264.5 nm through 1277.5 nm...
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CAUTION: If you are having a problem running a Juniper Networks device that is using a third-party optic or cable, the Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center (JTAC) can help you diagnose the source of the problem. Your JTAC engineer might recommend that you check the third-party optic or cable and potentially replace it with an equivalent Juniper Networks optic or cable that is qualified for the device.
CAUTION: If you are having a problem running a Juniper Networks device that is using a third-party optic or cable, the Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center (JTAC) can help you diagnose the source of the problem. Your JTAC engineer might recommend that you check the third-party optic...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide or cable and potentially replace it with an equivalent Juniper Networks optic or cable that is qualified for the device. Table 55 on page 116 describes the cable specifications. Table 55: QSFP+ Direct Attach Cable Specifications...
Removing a Transceiver from a Switch on page 217 Network Cable Specifications for EX4550 Switches EX4550 switches have interfaces that use various types of network cables. To achieve optimal performance, you must use cables that conform to IEEE 802.3-2012 specifications for connections for 10GBASE-T network ports and 10GBASE-T expansion module ports that operate in 10G mode.
Mini-USB Port Specifications for an EX4550 Switch on page 124 USB Port Specifications for an EX Series Switch on page 125 Management Port Connector Pinout Information for an EX4550 Switch on page 126 Network Port and Expansion Module Port Connector Pinout Information for EX4550...
Configuring the Console Port Type (CLI Procedure) Mini-USB Port Specifications for an EX4550 Switch The EX4550 switch has two management console ports: an RJ-45 port and a Mini-USB Type-B port. The RJ-45 console port and the Mini-USB Type-B port are on the front panel of the switch.
RJ-45 connector pin, you can connect your management host to the Mini-USB Type-B console port of an EX4550 switch using the cable that has a standard Type-A USB connector on one end and a Mini-USB Type-B (5 pin) connector on the other end.
Booting an EX Series Switch Using a Software Package Stored on a USB Flash Drive Management Port Connector Pinout Information for an EX4550 Switch The management port on an EX4550 switch uses an RJ-45 connector to connect to a management device for out-of-band management.
EX4550 Switches Hardware Overview on page 3 Documentation Connecting a Switch to a Network for Out-of-Band Management on page 169 Network Port and Expansion Module Port Connector Pinout Information for EX4550 Switches An EX4550 switch supports 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ network ports and expansion module ports, 10GBASE-T Ethernet network ports and expansion module ports, and 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ expansion module ports.
Connecting and Configuring an EX9200 Switch (CLI Procedure) Connecting and Configuring an OCX1100 Switch (CLI Procedure) Virtual Chassis Port Connector Pinout Information for EX4550 Switches EX4550 switches use a 68-pin connector cable to interconnect switches to form a Virtual Chassis. Table 65 on page 132 provides connector pinout information for the Virtual Chassis ports (VCPs).
EX4200 switches. You can interconnect EX4500 switches together to form a Virtual Chassis composed exclusively of EX4500 switches. You can interconnect EX4550 switches together to form a Virtual Chassis composed exclusively of EX4550 switches. You can also interconnect EX4200 switches with EX4500 switches or with EX4550 switches or with both switches to form a mixed Virtual Chassis.
The number of switches that you can configure in a Virtual Chassis and the role that can be assigned to each switch in a Virtual Chassis depend on the Juniper Networks Junos operating system (Junos OS) release that is running on the switches.
Up to 10 EX4500 switches There must be a master and a backup; the remaining switches must be in the linecard role. Table 68: Number of Switches and Switch Roles for an EX4550 Virtual Chassis, per Junos OS Release Junos OS Release...
Planning EX4200, EX4500, and EX4550 Virtual Chassis on page 138 EX Series Virtual Chassis Overview Planning EX4200, EX4500, and EX4550 Virtual Chassis Before interconnecting EX4200, EX4500, and EX4550 switches in a Virtual Chassis configuration: Verify that the rack in which you will install the switches meets the requirements...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide If any part on the packing list is missing, contact your customer service representative or contact Juniper customer care from within the U.S. or Canada by telephone at 1–800–638–8296. For international-dial or direct-dial options in countries without toll-free numbers, see http://www.juniper.net/support/requesting-support.html...
Documentation EX4500 Switches Hardware Overview Registering Products—Mandatory for Validating SLAs Register all new Juniper Networks hardware products and changes to an existing installed product on the Juniper Networks website. Registration is mandatory for activating your hardware service-level agreements (SLAs). CAUTION:...
Mounting an EX4550 Switch on Four Posts in a Rack or Cabinet on page 151 Mounting an EX4550 Switch in a Recessed Position in a Rack or Cabinet on page 155 Installing and Removing EX4550 Switch Hardware Components on page 155...
Mounting an EX4550 Switch on Two Posts in a Rack or Cabinet You can mount an EX4550 switch on two posts in a 19-in. rack or cabinet (either a two-post or a four-post rack or cabinet) by using the mounting brackets provided with the switch.
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2-in.-recess front mount brackets if you will mount the switch in a recessed position (brackets are part of the separately orderable four-post rack-mount kit). Cover panels for module slots (provided in the accessory box shipped with the switch) Dust covers for ports (provided in the accessory box shipped with the EX4550-32F switches) NOTE: One person must be available to lift the switch while another secures the switch to the rack.
Mounting an EX4550 Switch on Four Posts in a Rack or Cabinet You can mount an EX4550 switch on four posts in a 19-in. rack or cabinet by using the separately orderable four-post rack-mount kit. (The remainder of this topic uses rack to mean rack or cabinet.)
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One pair of rear mounting-blades (provided) Screws to secure the chassis and the rear mounting-blades to the rack (not provided) Cover panels for module slots Dust covers for ports (provided in the accessory box shipped with the EX4550-32F switches) NOTE: One person must be available to lift the switch while another secures it to the rack.
Mounting an EX4550 Switch in a Recessed Position in a Rack or Cabinet You can mount an EX4550 switch in a recessed position on two posts of either a two-post rack or a four-post rack such that the switch is recessed inside the rack from the rack front by 2 inches.
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You must remove a fan module only for replacement. See these topics for instructions for installing and removing components: Installing an AC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch on page 203 Removing an AC Power Supply from an EX4550 Switch on page 204...
Connecting the Switch to Power Connecting Earth Ground to an EX Series Switch on page 157 Connecting AC Power to an EX4550 Switch on page 163 Connecting DC Power to an EX4550 Switch on page 165 Connecting Earth Ground to an EX Series Switch...
NOTE: The protective earthing terminal on an EX4550 switch mounted on four posts of a rack is accessible through the slot on the left rear bracket only if the rack is 27.5 in. through 30.5 in. deep for a switch mounted flush with the rack front and 29.5 in.
Grounded Equipment Warning on page 270 Connecting AC Power to an EX4550 Switch The power supply in an EX4550 switch is a hot-removable and hot-insertable field-replaceable unit (FRU): You can remove and replace it without powering off the switch or disrupting switch functions.
86). Install the power supply in the chassis. For instructions on installing a power supply in an EX4550 switch, see “Installing an AC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch” on page 203. NOTE: Each power supply must be connected to a dedicated power source outlet.
AC Power Supply LEDs in EX4550 Switches on page 43 Connecting DC Power to an EX4550 Switch The power supply in an EX4550 switch is a hot-removable and hot-insertable field-replaceable unit (FRU): You can remove and replace it without powering off the switch or disrupting switch functions.
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157. Install the power supply in the chassis. For instructions on installing a DC power supply in an EX4550 switch, see “Installing a DC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch” on page 206. Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available: DC power source cables (14–16 AWG) with ring lug (Molex 190700069 or equivalent)
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Figure 45: DC Power Supply Faceplate for an EX4550 Switch 1— V+ input terminals 5— ESD grounding point 2— V– input terminals 6— Fault LED 3— Terminal block 7— Output LED 4— Ejector lever 8— Input LED Figure 46: Securing Ring Lugs to the Terminals on the DC Power Supply Replace the terminal block cover.
Connecting a Switch to a Network for Out-of-Band Management on page 169 Connecting a Switch to a Management Console on page 171 Connecting an EX4550 Switch to a Management Console Using the Mini-USB Type-B Console Port on page 173 Connecting a Fiber-Optic Cable to a Switch on page 174...
See EX4300 Switches Hardware Overview See Front Panel of an EX4500 Switch. “EX4550 Switches Hardware Overview” on page 3 See Switch Fabric and Routing Engine (SRE) Module in an EX6200 Switch. See Switch Fabric and Routing Engine (SRE) Module in an EX8208 Switch.
If your laptop or PC does not have a DB-9 male connector pin or RJ-45 connector pin, you can connect your laptop or PC directly to an EX4550 switch by using a mini-USB cable that has a Standard-A USB connector on one end and a Mini-USB Type-B (5 pin) connector on the other end.
Ethernet switching on all interfaces, enables IGMP snooping, and enables the LLDP and RSTP protocols. The following default configuration file is for an EX4550-32F switch. The default configuration file of an EX4550-32T switch does not include interfaces ge-0/0/0 through ge-0/0/31.
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See Routing Engine (RE) Module in an EX8216 Switch. NOTE: In EX2200-C, EX4300, and EX4550 switches, you can also use the Mini-USB Type-B console port to connect to a laptop or PC. For EX2200-C switches, see Connecting an EX2200 Switch to a Management Console Using Mini-USB Type-B Console Port.
Installing and Connecting an EX3300 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX4200 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX4300 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX4550 Switch on page 147 Installing and Connecting an EX4500 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX6210 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX8208 Switch...
LCD panel (see Menu Enter Figure 53 on page 191 Figure 54 on page 191): Figure 53: LCD Panel in an EX3200, EX4200, EX4500, EX4550, or EX8200 Switch Figure 54: LCD Panel in an EX4300 Switch 1— LCD panel 3—...
Installing and Connecting an EX4200 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX4300 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX4500 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX4550 Switch on page 147 Installing and Connecting an EX6210 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX8208 Switch Installing and Connecting an EX8216 Switch...
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EX6200 switch, an EX8200 switch, or an XRE200 External Routing Engine: user@switch> set chassis display message message permanent On an EX3300, EX4200, EX4300, EX4500, or EX4550 switch in a Virtual Chassis configuration: user@switch> set chassis display message message fpc-slot slot-number permanent...
CHAPTER 16 Replacing Cooling System Component Installing a Fan Module in an EX4550 Switch on page 199 Removing a Fan Module from an EX4550 Switch on page 200 Installing a Fan Module in an EX4550 Switch Each fan module is a hot-removable and hot-insertable field-replaceable unit (FRU) installed in the rear panel of the switch: You can remove and replace it without powering off the switch or disrupting switch functions.
It does not apply if you replace these components with the same type of component. Related Removing a Fan Module from an EX4550 Switch on page 200 Documentation Cooling System and Airflow in an EX4550 Switch on page 35...
All three fan modules must be installed and operational for optimal functioning of the switch. Related Installing a Fan Module in an EX4550 Switch on page 199 Documentation Installing and Removing EX4550 Switch Hardware Components on page 155 Cooling System and Airflow in an EX4550 Switch on page 35...
CHAPTER 17 Replacing Power Supply Installing an AC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch on page 203 Removing an AC Power Supply from an EX4550 Switch on page 204 Installing a DC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch on page 206...
It does not apply if you replace these components with the same type of component. Related Removing an AC Power Supply from an EX4550 Switch on page 204 Documentation AC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches on page 41...
Chapter 17: Replacing Power Supply Before you remove a power supply from an EX4550 switch, ensure that you have taken the necessary precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage (see “Prevention of Electrostatic Discharge Damage” on page 287). Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available to remove a power supply...
EX4550 Switch Hardware Guide Related Installing an AC Power Supply in an EX4550 Switch on page 203 Documentation Installing and Removing EX4550 Switch Hardware Components on page 155 AC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches on page 41 Field-Replaceable Units in EX4550 Switches on page 18...
Related Connecting DC Power to an EX4550 Switch on page 165 Documentation Removing a DC Power Supply from an EX4550 Switch on page 207 DC Power Supply in EX4550 Switches on page 44 EX4550 Switches Hardware Overview on page 3...
CHAPTER 18 Replacing Expansion Module Installing an Expansion Module in an EX4550 Switch on page 209 Removing an Expansion Module from an EX4550 Switch on page 211 Installing an Expansion Module in an EX4550 Switch The 8-port SFP+ expansion module, the 8-port 10GBASE-T expansion module, and the...
SFP+ expansion module on the front panel of an EX4550-32F switch. Figure 61: Installing an SFP+ Expansion Module in an EX4550-32F Switch Figure 62 on page 211 shows how to install a 10GBASE-T expansion module on the front panel of an EX4550-32T switch.
Figure 63 on page 211 shows how to install a QSFP+ expansion module on the front panel of an EX4550-32T switch. Figure 63: Installing a QSFP+ Expansion Module in an EX4550-32T Switch NOTE: If you have a Juniper J-Care service contract, register any addition, change, or upgrade of hardware components at https://www.juniper.net/customers/csc/management/updateinstallbase.jsp...
Figure 64 on page 212 shows removing an SFP+ expansion module from the front panel of an EX4550–32F switch. Figure 64: Removing an SFP+ Expansion Module from an EX4550-32F Switch Figure 65 on page 213 shows removing a 10GBASE-T expansion module from the front panel of an EX4550-32T switch.
CAUTION: If you are having a problem running a Juniper Networks device that is using a third-party optic or cable, the Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center (JTAC) can help you diagnose the source of the problem. Your JTAC engineer might recommend that you check the third-party optic or cable and potentially replace it with an equivalent Juniper Networks optic or cable that is qualified for the device.
CHAPTER 21 Replacing Virtual Chassis Module Installing a Virtual Chassis Module in an EX4550 Switch on page 225 Removing a Virtual Chassis Module from an EX4550 Switch on page 226 Installing a Virtual Chassis Module in an EX4550 Switch You can install the Virtual Chassis module in either of the two module slots; one each on the front panel and the rear panel of the switch.
The Virtual Chassis module is installed in the module slots on the front panel and the rear panel of an EX4550 switch chassis. Use the procedure described in this topic to remove the module from the switch chassis.
EX4550 switch’s shipping configuration. If you want to purchase these, you must order them separately. To connect a Virtual Chassis cable to a dedicated VCP on an EX4550 switch (see Figure 72 on page 230) : Taking care not to touch module components, pins, leads, or solder connections, remove the Virtual Chassis cable from its bag.
Virtual Chassis port (VCP) on a Virtual Chassis module. Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available: Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2 To disconnect a Virtual Chassis cable from a dedicated VCP on an EX4550 switch (see Figure 73 on page 230): Loosen the screws on the cable connector retainer by using the screwdriver.
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Virtual Chassis cable connector retainers. Related Connecting a Virtual Chassis Cable to an EX4550 Switch on page 229 Documentation Virtual Chassis Port Connector Pinout Information for EX4550 Switches on page 131...
Packing an EX4550 Switch or Component for Shipping on page 240 Returning an EX4550 Switch or Component for Repair or Replacement If you need to return an EX4550 switch or hardware component to Juniper Networks for repair or replacement, follow this procedure: Determine the serial number of the component.
Listing the Switch and Components Details with the CLI on page 234 Locating the Chassis Serial Number ID Label on an EX4550 Switch on page 235 Locating the Serial Number ID Labels on FRUs in an EX4550 Switch on page 235 Listing the Switch and Components Details with the CLI...
Locating the Chassis Serial Number ID Label on an EX4550 Switch The serial number ID label is located on the rear panel of an EX4550 switch. See Figure 74 on page 235.
“Removing an AC Power Supply from an EX4550 Switch” on page 204 “Removing a DC Power Supply from an EX4550 Switch” on page 207 Figure 75: Location of the Serial Number ID Label on an AC Power Supply Used in an EX4550 Switch...
Contacting Customer Support to Obtain Return Materials Authorization for Switches LV02YYWWSSSS 711-039080 If you are returning a switch or hardware component to Juniper Networks for repair or replacement, obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) from Juniper Networks Technical Assistance Center (JTAC).
Returning an OCX1100 Switch or Component for Repair or Replacement Packing an EX4550 Switch or Component for Shipping If you are returning an EX4550 switch or component to Juniper Networks for repair or replacement, pack the item as described in this topic.
This topic applies only to the J-Web Application package. Alarms alert you to conditions that might prevent normal operation of the switch. Before monitoring alarms on a Juniper Networks EX Series Ethernet switch, become familiar with the terms defined in Table 75 on page 245.
In addition, you should establish procedures to protect your equipment in the event of a fire emergency. Juniper Networks products should be installed in an environment suitable for electronic equipment. We recommend that fire suppression equipment be available in the event of a fire in the vicinity of the equipment and that all local fire, safety, and electrical codes and ordinances be observed when you install and operate your equipment.
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To keep warranties effective, do not use a dry chemical fire extinguisher to control a fire at or near a Juniper Networks switch or other network device provided by Juniper. If a dry chemical fire extinguisher is used, the unit is no longer eligible for coverage under a service agreement.
CHAPTER 27 Installation Safety Guidelines and Warnings Installation Instructions Warning on page 261 Chassis Lifting Guidelines for EX4550 Switches on page 263 Restricted Access Warning on page 264 Ramp Warning on page 265 Rack-Mounting and Cabinet-Mounting Warnings on page 266...
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Connecting AC Power to an EX4200 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX4300 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX4500 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX4550 Switch on page 163 Connecting AC Power to an EX4600 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX6200 Switch...
Connecting DC Power to a QFX5100 Device Chassis Lifting Guidelines for EX4550 Switches The weight of an EX4550 switch is approximately 19.4 lb (8.8 kg). Observe the following guidelines for lifting and moving the switch: Before moving the switch to a site, ensure that the site meets the power, environmental, and clearance requirements specified in the “Site Preparation Checklist for EX4550...
De onderstaande richtlijnen worden verstrekt om uw veiligheid te verzekeren: De Juniper Networks switch moet in een stellage worden geïnstalleerd die aan een bouwsel is verankerd. Dit toestel dient onderaan in het rek gemonteerd te worden als het toestel het enige in het rek is.
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Les directives ci-dessous sont destinées à assurer la protection du personnel: Le rack sur lequel est monté le Juniper Networks switch doit être fixé à la structure du bâtiment. Si cette unité constitue la seule unité montée en casier, elle doit être placée dans le bas.
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Le seguenti direttive vengono fornite per garantire la sicurezza personale: Il Juniper Networks switch deve essere installato in un telaio, il quale deve essere fissato alla struttura dell'edificio. Questa unità deve venire montata sul fondo del supporto, se si tratta dell'unica unità...
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Para garantizar su seguridad, proceda según las siguientes instrucciones: El Juniper Networks switch debe instalarse en un bastidor fijado a la estructura del edificio. Colocar el equipo en la parte inferior del bastidor, cuando sea la única unidad en el mismo.
QFX Series devices, OCX1100 switches, and XRE200 External Routing Engines and 113° F (45° C) for EX2200, EX3300, EX3200, EX4200, EX4300, EX4500, and EX4550 switches. To prevent airflow restriction, allow at least 6 in. (15.2 cm) of clearance around the ventilation openings.
Chapter 29: Maintenance and Operational Safety Warnings Attention Pour éviter toute surchauffe des routeurs de la gamme Juniper Networks switch, ne l'utilisez pas dans une zone où la température ambiante est supérieure à 40° C. Pour permettre un flot d'air constant, dégagez un espace d'au moins 15,2 cm autour des ouvertures de ventilations.
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See EX4300 Switches Hardware Overview for the ESD point location. See Front Panel of an EX4500 Switch for the ESD point location. EX4550 Switches Hardware Overview on page 3 for the ESD point location. See Chassis Physical Specifications of an EX6210 Switch for the ESD point location.
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Connecting AC Power to an EX4200 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX4300 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX4500 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX4550 Switch on page 163 Connecting AC Power to an EX4600 Switch Connecting AC Power to an EX6200 Switch...
Minimum of 7.5 A at –48 VDC for EX2200 and EX3300 switches Minimum of 8 A at –48 VDC for EX3200 and EX4200 switches Minimum of 20 A at –48 VDC for EX4300, EX4500, and EX4550 switches Minimum of 50 A at –48 VDC for EX6210 switches Minimum of 60 A at –48 VDC for EX8208 switches...
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Connecting DC Power to an EX4200 Switch Connecting DC Power to an EX4300 Switch Connecting DC Power to an EX4500 Switch Connecting DC Power to an EX4550 Switch on page 165 Connecting DC Power to an EX4600 Switch Connecting DC Power to an EX6200 Switch...
EX4200-24T, EX4200-24F, EX4200-24F-S, EX4200-48T and EX4200-48T-S EX4300-24T, EX4300-24T-S, EX4300-24P, EX4300-24P-S, EX4300-32F, EX4300-32F-S, EX4300-48T, EX4300-48T-AFI, EX4300-48T-S, EX4300-48P, and EX4300-48P-S All EX4500 switches with AC power supplies EX4550-32T-AFO, EX4550-32T-AFI, EX4550-32F-AFO, EX4550-32F-AFI, and EX4550-32F-S EX4600-40F and EX4600-40F-S All EX6200 switches NOTE: For the EX6200-48P line cards, the intra-building ports must use shielded intra-building cabling or wiring that is grounded at both ends.
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