IBM Switch Nortel 10 User Manual

Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch

Module for IBM BladeCenter

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Installation Guide

Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch

Module for IBM BladeCenter

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Installation Guide

Note:

Before using this information and the product it supports, read the general information

in Appendix A, “IBM Statement of Limited W a rranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004,” on page 43,

and Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 67.

First Edition (May 2006)

US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by

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Contents

Safety

. v

Chapter 1. Introduction

Specifications .

Related documentation

In addition to this document, the following related documentation is provided

in PDF format on the Documentation CD that comes with your BladeCenter

unit or available at http://ww w .ibm.com/support/.

v Safety Information

This document is in Portable Document Format (PDF) on the Documentation

CD that comes with your GbE switch module and is provided at

http://ww w .ibm.com/support/. It contains translated caution and danger

statements. Each caution and danger statement that appears in the

documentation has a number that you can use to locate the corresponding

statement in your language in the Safety Information document.

v Nortel 10 Gb Uplink Ethernet Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter Application

Guide

This application document contains software configuration information for

the GbE switch module.

v Nortel 10 Gb Uplink Ethernet Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter Browser Based

Interface Quick Guide

This Quick Guide contains information about software configuration using

the Nortel Browser Based Interface.

v Nortel 10 Gb Uplink Ethernet Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter Command

Reference

This Command Reference document contains information to configure your

GbE switch module using the command line interface (CLI).

Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

v User’s Guide that comes with your management module.

This document contains information for configuring your GbE switch

module using the management-module user interface.

v IBM BladeCenter Management Module Command Line Reference Guide

This document contains information for configuring your GbE switch

module using the management-module CLI.

In addition to reviewing these documents, make sure to review the Planning

and Installation Guide for your BladeCenter unit type for information to help

you prepare for system installation and configuration at

http://ww w .ibm.com/support/.

For BladeCenter units with four I/O-module bays, you must also install an

Ethernet-I/O card (also known as an Ethernet expansion card) in the blade

server to support the GbE switch module in I/O-module bays 3 or 4. For

information about the types of compatible I/O-expansion cards for the blade

servers, see the documentation for your BladeCenter unit.

Notices and statements used in this document

The caution and danger statements that appear in this document are also in

the multilingual Safety Information document, which is on the Documentation

CD that comes with your BladeCenter unit. Each statement is numbered for

reference to the corresponding statement in the Safety Information document.

The following types of notices and statements are used in this document:

v Note: These notices provide important tips, guidance, or advice.

v Important: These notices provide information or advice that might help you

avoid inconvenient or problem situations.

v Attention: These notices indicate possible damage to programs, devices, or

data. An attention notice is placed just before the instruction or situation in

which damage could occur.

v Caution: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially

hazardous to you. A caution statement is placed just before the description

of a potentially hazardous procedure step or situation.

v Danger: These statements indicate situations that can be potentially lethal or

extremely hazardous to you. A danger statement is placed just before the

description of a potentially lethal or extremely hazardous procedure step or

situation.

Chapter 1. Introducing the Gigabit Ethernet switch module

Major components of the GbE switch module

Orange on the release latch on the GbE switch module indicates that the device

can be hot-swapped, which means that you can install or remove this

component while the BladeCenter unit power is turned on. See Chapter 3,

“Installing and removing options,” on page 15 for more information about

installing and removing a GbE switch module.

Information panel

RS232 serial

console port

RS232

CX4 ports

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

Release latch

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

XFP port

SFP port

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Information panel overview

The information panel provides LEDs, which display the status of the GbE

switch module and the network (see “LEDs” on page 6) and external

connections for the GbE switch module.

The following illustration shows the information panel of the GbE switch

module.

RS232

RS232 serial

port

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

CX 4 port

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

XFP module

SFP module slot

Chapter 1. Introducing the Gigabit Ethernet switch module

LEDs

In addition to the OK and GbE switch module error LEDs on the information

panel, each external port on the GbE switch module has a TX/RX LED and a

LINK LED. The following illustration shows the LEDs on the GbE switch

module. A description of each LED follows the illustration.

RS232

Switch module

error

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

Link

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

Note: An amber LED is lit when a system error or event has occurred. To

identify the error or event, check the management module event log. For

additional information, see Chapter 8, “Solving problems,” on page 39.

OK: When this green status LED is lit, it indicates that the GbE switch module

has passed the power-on self-test (POST) with no critical faults and is

operational.

Switch module error: When this amber status LED is lit, it indicates that the

GbE switch module has a fault. If the GbE switch module fails the POST or

detects an operational fault, this LED is lit.

Note: When this LED is lit, the system-error LED on the BladeCenter unit is

also lit.

Link: When this green link status LED is lit on a port, it indicates that there is

a connection (or link) to a device on that connector.

TX/RX: When this green activity LED flashes on a connector, it indicates that

data is being transmitted or received (that is, activity is occurring) between

Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

that port and another device on the network link. The flashing frequency is

proportional to the amount of traffic on the network link.

Chapter 1. Introducing the Gigabit Ethernet switch module

Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

Chapter 2. Installing and removing the GbE switch

module

See the Installation and User’s Guide for your BladeCenter unit for information

about the I/O-module bay locations in the BladeCenter unit and specific

requirements for installing I/O modules in your BladeCenter unit.

Attention: To maintain proper system cooling, each I/O-module bay must

contain either a module or a filler module; each blade bay must contain either

a blade or a filler blade.

The BladeCenter unit supports one hot-plug GbE switch module, in

I/O-module bay 1. The GbE switch module in I/O-module bays 1 and 2 are

for the integrated Ethernet controllers in the appropriate blade servers. You

might want to install GbE switch modules in other I/O-module bays of the

BladeCenter unit when additional Ethernet controllers are installed or

activated.

For additional information about the location of the GbE switch module, the

network interface requirements, and expansion options, see the documentation

for your BladeCenter unit and your blade servers.

Installation guidelines

Before you begin to install the GbE switch module in the BladeCenter unit,

read the following information:

v Read the safety information beginning on page v and the guidelines in

“Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 10, and read the safety

statements in the BladeCenter unit documents.

v Orange on the release latch on the GbE switch module indicates that the

device can be hot-swapped, which means that you can install or remove this

component while the BladeCenter unit is on. See the instructions in this

chapter for more information about installing or removing hot-swap or

hot-plug components.

v You do not have to turn off the BladeCenter unit to install or replace any of

the hot-swap modules on the rear of the unit.

v If you plan to install a GbE switch module in I/O-module bay 3 or 4 of the

BladeCenter unit, you must also install an I/O expansion card in the blade

server to support the GbE switch modules in these bays.

System reliability considerations

To help ensure proper cooling and system reliability, make sure that:

v Each of the I/O-module bays on the rear of the BladeCenter unit has either a

module or a filler module installed.

v A removed hot-swap module or blade server is replaced with another

module or filler module within 1 minute of removal.

Handling static-sensitive devices

Attention: Static electricity can damage electronic devices. To avoid damage,

keep static-sensitive devices in their static-protective packages until you are

ready to install them.

To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following

precautions:

v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up

around you.

v Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.

v Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.

v Do not leave the device where others can handle and damage it.

v While the device is still in its static-protective package, touch it to any

unpainted metal surface of the BladeCenter unit or any unpainted metal

surface on any other grounded rack component for at least 2 seconds. (This

drains static electricity from the package and from your body.)

v Remove the device from its package and install it directly into the

BladeCenter unit without setting it down. If it is necessary to set down the

device, put it back into its static-protective package. Do not place the device

on the BladeCenter unit or on a metal surface.

v Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather. Heating

reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.

Installing the GbE switch module

To install the GbE switch module, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Installation

guidelines” on page 9.

2. Remove the acoustic-attenuation module, if one is installed, from the rear

of the BladeCenter unit. For more information, see the documentation that

came with the BladeCenter unit.

3. Select an I/O-module bay in which to install the GbE switch module.

Note: For details about I/O-module bay requirements, see the

BladeCenter documents for your BladeCenter unit.

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4. Remove the filler module from the selected bay. Store the filler module for

future use.

5. If you have not already done so, touch the static-protective package that

contains the GbE switch module to any unpainted metal surface of the

BladeCenter unit or any unpainted metal surface on any other grounded

rack-component for at least 2 seconds.

6. Remove the GbE switch module from its static-protective package.

7. Make sure that the release latch on the GbE switch module is in the open

position (perpendicular to the module).

8. Slide the GbE switch module into the applicable I/O-module bay until it

stops.

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

I/O module

Release latch

9. Push the release latch on the front of the GbE switch module to the closed

position. After you insert and lock the GbE switch module, it is turned on,

and the power-on self-test (POST) runs to verify that the GbE switch

module is operating correctly. The POST results are displayed by the

status LEDs.

10. Make sure that the LEDs on the GbE switch module indicate that it is

operating correctly. Make sure that the OK LED on each GbE switch

module is lit. See “LEDs” on page 6 for a description of the operation of

these LEDs.

11. If you have other GbE switch modules to install, do so now; otherwise, go

to step 12.

Chapter 2. Installing and removing the GbE switch module 11

12. Attach any cables that are required by the GbE switch module, see

Chapter 4, “Cabling,” on page 21. For the locations of the connectors on

the BladeCenter unit, see the documents that came with the BladeCenter

unit.

13. Replace the acoustic-attenuation module, if you removed it in Step 2.

Removing the GbE switch module

To remove the GbE switch module, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Installation

guidelines” on page 9.

2. Remove the acoustic-attenuation module, if one is installed, from the rear

of the BladeCenter unit. For more information, see the documents that

came with the BladeCenter unit.

3. Disconnect any cables from the GbE switch module that you are removing.

4. Pull the release latch toward the bottom of the GbE switch module as

shown in the following illustration. The module moves out of the bay

approximately 0.64 cm (0.25 inch).

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

I/O module

Release latch

5. Slide the GbE switch module out of the bay and set it aside.

6. Place either another GbE switch module or a filler module in the bay

within 1 minute.

7. If you placed another GbE switch module in the bay, reconnect any cables

that you disconnected. For more information about cabling the 10GbE

switch module, see Chapter 4, “Cabling,” on page 21.

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8. Replace the acoustic-attenuation module, if you removed it in Step 2 on

page 10.

Chapter 2. Installing and removing the GbE switch module 13

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Chapter 3. Installing and removing options

The GbE switch module supports the 10 Gigabit small-form-factor pluggable

(XFP) module and the small-form-factor pluggable (SFP) module. The XFP

module is a laser product that is used to convert electrical signals to optical

signals. The SFP module provides an RJ-45 port for external connections. The

GbE switch module ships with the SFP module installed.

For additional information about the location of the GbE switch module, the

network interface requirements, and expansion options, see the documentation

for your BladeCenter unit.

Handling an XFP or SFP module

Before installing an XFP or SFP module, read the following information:

v The module housing of the XFP and SFP has an integral guide key that is

designed to prevent you from inserting the modules incorrectly.

v Use minimal pressure when you insert the modules into the ports. Forcing

the modules into the ports can cause damage to the module or the module

port.

v You can insert or remove the modules while the BladeCenter is turned-on.

v You must first insert the modules into the ports before you can connect the

cables.

v You must remove the cables from the modules before removing the modules

from the GbE switch module.

Statement 3:

CAUTION:

When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices,

or transmitters) are installed, note the following:

– Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product

could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no

serviceable parts inside the device.

– Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

DANGER

Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser

diode. Note the following.

Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view

directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the

beam.

Class 1 Laser Product

Laser Klasse 1

Laser Klass 1

Luokan 1 Laserlaite

Appareil A Laser de Classe 1

Installing an XFP module

The XFP module provides two fiber-optic cable connectors for connecting to

external ports. To install an XFP module, complete the following steps:

1. Read the information in “Safety” on page v.

2. Remove the XFP module from its static-protective package.

Statement 3:

CAUTION:

When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices,

or transmitters) are installed, note the following:

v Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product

could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no

serviceable parts inside the device.

v Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other

than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation

exposure.

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DANGER

Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser

diode. Note the following.

Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view

directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the

beam.

Class 1 Laser Product

Laser Klasse 1

Laser Klass 1

Luokan 1 Laserlaite

Appareil A Laser de Classe 1

3. Remove the protective cap from the XFP module and store it in a safe

place.

4. Insert the XFP module into the XFP module port until it clicks into place.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ from your device.

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

Attention: To avoid damage to the cable or the XFP module, make sure

that you do not connect the fiber-optic cable before you install the XFP

module.

Chapter 3. Installing and removing options 17

5. Connect the fiber-optic cable (see “Connecting an XFP module cable” on

page 22 and any cables you disconnected earlier).

Removing an XFP module

To remove an XFP module, complete the following steps:

1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Installation

guidelines” on page 9.

2. Read the information in “Handling an XFP or SFP module” on page 15.

3. Remove the fiber-optic cable from the XFP module that you want to

replace. For more information about removing the cable, see “Disconnecting

the XFP module cable” on page 24.

Attention: To avoid damage to the cable or the XFP module, make sure

that you disconnect the fiber-optic cable before you remove the XFP module.

4. Unlock the XFP module by pulling the wire tab straight out as shown in

the following illustration.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ from your device.

Wire

tab

Protective

cap

XFP

module

5. Grasp the wire tab on the XFP module and pull it out of the port.

6. Replace the protective cap on the XFP module.

7. Place the XFP module into a static-protective package.

Installing an SFP module

The SFP module provides a RJ-45 connector for external connections. To install

an SFP module, complete the following steps:

1. Read the information in “Safety” on page v.

2. Remove the SFP module from its static-protective package.

3. Lock the SFP module by pulling the wire tab straight out and down as

shown in the following illustration.

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Note: The illustrations in this document might differ from your device.

Wire tab

SFP module

4. Insert the SFP module into the SFP module port until it clicks into place.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ from your device.

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

SFP module

Attention: To avoid damage to the cable or the SFP module, make sure

that you do not connect the fiber-optic cable before you install the SFP

module.

5. Connect the RJ-45 cable and any cables you disconnected earlier. For more

information about connecting the cable, see “Connecting the SFP module

cable” on page 24.

Removing an SFP module

To remove an SFP module from the GbE switch module, complete the

following steps:

1. Read the safety information beginning on page v and “Installation

guidelines” on page 9.

Chapter 3. Installing and removing options 19

2. Read the information in “Handling an XFP or SFP module” on page 15.

3. Remove any cables attached to the SFP module.

4. Unlock the SFP module by pulling the wire tab straight out and up as

shown in the following illustration.

Wire tab

SFP module

5. Grasp the wire tab on the SFP module and pull it out of the SFP module

port.

6. Place the SFP module into a static-protective package.

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Chapter 4. Cabling

This chapter describes how to cable the GbE switch module and its options.

Connecting the serial console cable

To connect the serial console cable to the GbE switch module, connect the

serial cable to the RS-232 serial console port of the GbE switch module and the

other end of the cable to the console device.

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ from your device.

RS232 cable

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

Disconnecting the serial console cable

To disconnect the serial console cable, gently pull the cable from the module.

Connecting the CX4 module cable

To connect a CX4 module cable to the GbE switch module, complete the

following steps:

1. Remove the cable from its packaging.

2. Connect the CX4 connector to the CX4 port by orienting the cable connector

to the module connector, then push the connector into the module until it

clicks into place.

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

3. Check the LEDs on the GbE switch module. When the GbE switch module

is operating correctly, the green link LED is lit. For information about the

status of the switch module LEDs, see “LEDs” on page 6.

Disconnecting a CX4 module cable

To disconnect a CX4 cable, grasp the blue release tab on the cable connector

and firmly pull it out of the module.

Connecting an XFP module cable

Attention: To avoid damage to the fiber-optic cables, follow these guidelines:

v Do not route the cable along a folding cable-management arm.

v When attaching the cable to a device on slide rails, leave enough slack in the

cable so that it does not bend to a radius of less than 38 mm (1.5 in.) when

the device is extended or become pinched when the device is retracted.

v Route the cable away from places where it can be snagged by other devices

in the rack.

v Do not overtighten the cable straps or bend the cables to a radius of less

than 38 mm (1.5 in.).

v Do not put excess weight on the cable at the connection point. Make sure

that the cable is well supported.

To connect the XFP module cable, complete the following steps:

Note: The illustrations in this document might differ slightly from your

hardware.

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1. Remove the protective caps from the end of the fiber-optic cable.

Fiber-optic

cable

Protective cap

2. Gently slide the fiber-optic cable into the XFP module until it clicks into

place.

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

3. Check the LEDs on the GbE switch module. When the GbE switch module

is operating correctly, the green link LED is lit. For information about the

status of the switch module LEDs, see “LEDs” on page 6.

Chapter 4. Cabling 23

Disconnecting the XFP module cable

To disconnect an XFP module cable, complete the following steps:

1. Squeeze the release tabs and gently pull the fiber-optic cable from the XFP

module.

2. Replace the protective caps on the ends of the fiber-optic cable.

Connecting the SFP module cable

To connect the SFP module cable, slide an RJ-45 cable into the SFP module

connector until it clicks.

RS232

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

LINK

TX/RX

Disconnecting an SFP module cable

To remove an RJ-45 cable from an SFP module, gently grasp the tab on the

connector of the cable and pull the cable out of the SFP module.

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Chapter 5. Configuring the GbE switch module

The GbE switch module has an internal Ethernet path to the management

module, four external Ethernet ports, and a serial console port. The GbE switch

module supports two remote-access modes for management through Ethernet

connections. You can select the mode that is best suited for your BladeCenter

environment.

v Default mode: The default mode uses the internal path to the management

module only. In this mode, the remote-access link to the management

console must be attached to the Ethernet connector on the management

module. The IP addresses and SNMP parameters of the GbE switch modules

can be automatically assigned by the IBM Director BladeCenter Deployment

wizard (when available), or you must assign them through the BladeCenter

Management and Configuration Program. This mode enables the system

administrator to provide a secure LAN for management of the BladeCenter

subsystems that is separate from the data network. See “Establishing a

TCP/IP session using the management module” on page 27 for more

information.

v Remote management mode: The system administrator can choose to enable

remote management of the GbE switch module through the four external

ports, instead of or in addition to access through the management module.

This mode can be enabled only through the management module

configuration interface. When this mode is enabled, the external Ethernet

ports will support both management traffic and BladeCenter application

data traffic.

This mode enables the use of additional GbE switch module IP addresses on

different IP subnets than the management modules. This is useful when the

GbE switch modules are to be managed and controlled as part of the overall

network infrastructure, while secure management of other BladeCenter

subsystems is maintained through the management module. See “Enabling

management over external ports” on page 28 for additional instructions

about configuring the GbE switch module for this mode of operation.

The RS-232 console port provides an alternative path to manage and configure

the switch for local access.

Important:

v Before you configure the GbE switch module, make sure that the

management modules in the BladeCenter unit are correctly configured. See

the Installation and User’s Guide for your BladeCenter unit type for more

information about configuring the GbE switch module.

v The default IP address of the GbE switch module is 192.168.70.127,

192.168.70.128, 192.168.70.129, or 192.168.70.130, depending on the switch

module bay where it is installed.

v If you change the IP address of the GbE switch module and restart the

BladeCenter unit, the GbE switch module maintains this new IP address as

its default value.

v The management module and the GbE switch module can communicate

with each other only if they are on the same IP subnet.

v When you use the management-module Web interface to update the

switch-module configuration, the management-module firmware saves the

new configuration in its internal nonvolatile random-access memory

(NVRAM). If the GbE switch module restarts, the management module

applies the saved configuration to the GbE switch module.

If the GbE switch module restarts and the management module cannot

apply the saved configuration, the GbE switch module defaults to using the

configuration that it had previously saved. If the IP subnet address of the

GbE switch module does not match the IP subnet address of the

management module, you can no longer manage the GbE switch module

from the management module.

v For switch communication with a remote management station, such as the

IBM Director server, through the management-module external Ethernet

port, the switch-module internal-network interface and the

management-module internal and external interfaces must be on the same IP

subnet.

See the documentation listed in the “Related documentation” on page 2 for

specific details about configuring the GbE switch module and preparing for

system installation.

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Establishing a TCP/IP session using the management

module

To establish a TCP/IP session for the GbE switch module using the

management module, complete the following steps:

1. Log on to the management module as described in the User’s Guide or

Command Line Interface Reference Guide for your management module. If

necessary, obtain the IP address of the management module from your

system administrator. The management-module window opens.

Note: The User ID and Password fields are case-sensitive. Type your

information in uppercase letters only. To maintain system security,

change your password after you log on for the first time. The default

User ID is USERID and the default password is PASSW0RD (where the O

in password is a zero).

2. From the I/O Module Tasks menu, click Configuration.

3. In the I/O Module Configuration section, click the bay number that

corresponds to the location of the GbE switch module that you installed.

4. In the IP address field in the New Static IP Configuration section, type the

new TCP/IP address of the GbE switch module; then, click Save.

Note: The management module does not check for invalid IP addresses.

5. Click Advanced Configuration. You can now start a Web session or a

Telnet session.

The Web interface and the Telnet program provide different ways to access the

same internal-switching software and configure it.

v If your system application requires that you use the Web interface program,

see “Configuring the GbE switch module using the switch-module Browser

Based Interface” on page 30 for additional information.

v If your system application requires that you use the Telnet program, see

“Configuring the GbE switch module using T e lnet” on page 28 for

additional information.

Chapter 5. Configuring the GbE switch module 27

Enabling management over external ports

To access and manage your GbE switch module through external interfaces,

you must enable the external ports and the ability to manage them. Use the

information in the following table to configure your ports.

External management

External ports

Description

Disabled

The switch must be managed

through the management

module. No traffic is allowed

on external ports.

Disabled

Enabled

Disabled

The switch must be managed

through the management

module. Data traffic is allowed

on external ports.

The switch can be managed

through the management

module or a blade server. No

traffic is allowed on external

ports.

Enabled

The switch can be managed

through the management

module, a blade server, or a

management station connected

through an external port. Data

traffic is allowed on external

ports.

To enable management over external ports, complete the following steps:

1. Log on to the management module as described in the User’s Guide or

Command Line Interface Reference Guide for your management module. If

necessary, obtain the IP address of the management module from your

system administrator. The management-module window opens.

2. Click I/O Module Tasks → Configuration and click the bay number that

corresponds to the location of the GbE switch module that you installed.

3. Click Advanced Configuration and ensure that the external management is

enabled.

4. Click I/O Module Tasks → Admin/Power/Restart and ensure that the ports

are enabled for the GbE switch module that you installed.

Configuring the GbE switch module using Telnet

Your GbE switch module supports a command line interface (CLI) that you can

use to configure and control the GbE switch module over the network using

the Telnet program. You can use the CLI to perform many basic network

management functions. In addition, you can configure the GbE switch module

28 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

for management using an SNMP-based network management system. The

following sections describe how to use the Telnet interface to access the GbE

switch module, change its settings, and monitor its operation.

Connecting to the GbE switch module

If you know the IP address for your GbE switch module and you have an

existing network connection, you can use the Telnet program from an external

management station or the management module to access and control the GbE

switch module. The management station and your GbE switch module must be

on the same IP subnet. If you need to obtain the IP address for your GbE

switch module or establish a network connection, contact your system or

network administrator. Be sure to use the correct IP address in the required

command, as specified in “Accessing the main menu.”

Accessing the main menu

To connect to the GbE switch module using Telnet, complete the following

steps:

1. From a DOS command line prompt, type telnet x and press Enter.

where x is the IP address for your GbE switch module.

2. If you do not have an assigned initial password, in the Password field, type

the default password (admin) and press Enter.

Important: The apply command changes the currently active configuration. If

you want your change to persist beyond the next reboot of the switch, you

must enter the save command. This command stores the current switch

configuration and all changes in non-volatile memory.

For more information about configuring using the CLI, see the Nortel 10 Gigabit

Uplink Ethernet Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter Command Reference guide.

Configuring the GbE switch module using the serial-port

interface

The serial port provides basic communication RS-232 serial-data-transfer using

a terminal emulation program (such as Hyperterminal). Since messages from

the Power On Self Test (POST) and all initialization information is routed

through the serial port, you can use the serial port to log into the GbE switch

module and access and configure the internal switching software.

To log into the GbE switch module, complete the following steps

1. Plug one end of the specifically designed serial cable that came with your

device into the RS-232 port and plug the other end into the management

station.

Chapter 5. Configuring the GbE switch module 29

2. On the management station, open a console window and make sure that

the serial port is configured with the following settings:

v 9600 baud

v 8 data bits

v No parity

v 1 stop bit

v No flow control

3. Type the user name and password. The default user name is admin. The

default password is admin.

The serial port is compatible with the standard 16550 Universal Asynchronous

Receiver/Transmitter (UART) protocol. The RS-232 serial port is enabled by

default.

Configuring the GbE switch module using the switch-module

Browser Based Interface

This section describes how to use the GbE switch module Browser Based

Interface (BBI) to access and configure the internal switching software. For

more information on the BBI, see the Nortel 10 Gb Uplink Ethernet Switch

Module for IBM BladeCenter Browser Based Interface Quick Guide.

This section also describes some of the Web interface switch-module

management features.

The GbE switch module offers an embedded HTML, browser-based interface

that you can use to manage the switch through Netscape Navigator and

Communicator, or Microsoft^®Internet Explorer. This interface is enabled by

default. The browser-based interface acts as an access tool and can

30 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

communicate directly with the switch using HTTP. Your computer might have

to access and install a Java plug-in (JRE 1.4.0) to run without errors. Later

versions of the JRE might work but are not officially supported.

Note: This interface does not accept Chinese language input (or other

double-byte character-set languages).

Before you can access and start the Browser Based Interface, make sure that

you have completed the following procedures:

v Install the GbE switch module in the BladeCenter unit

v Verify that the GbE switch module software is installed on the GbE switch

module

v Configure at least one IP interface on the GbE switch module

v Enable the frames and the JavaScript^™program in your Web browser

v The following hardware and software are required for the Web interface:

– A frame-capable Web-browser program, such as Internet Explorer (version

6.0 or later) or Netscape Navigator (version 4.7 or later)

– A computer or workstation with network access to the GbE switch

module

To start the Browser based interface, complete the following steps:

1. Start a Web browser. The Web-browser window opens.

2. In the URL field, enter the IP address of the GbE switch module, in the

following format http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx. The login window opens.

3. Enter your user ID and password and click OK. The default user ID is

admin. The default password is admin.

Note: The passwords used to access the GbE switch module are case-sensitive.

To increase system security, change the password after you log on for

the first time.

Initial configuration

The operating software on the GbE switch module contains default

configuration files that are installed during in the software installation. These

initial configuration settings are not located in a separate configuration file, but

are components of the software. When you restore the management module to

factory defaults, the user defined configuration file is deleted and the original

configuration is reloaded. For more information about configuring and

managing the GbE switch module through the management module, see the

Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Command Reference guide.

Chapter 5. Configuring the GbE switch module 31

Logging in to the GbE switch module

The GbE switch module supports user-based security that allows you to

prevent unauthorized users from accessing the switch or changing its settings.

To log in to the GbE switch module, complete the following steps:

1. At the prompt, type your user ID and press Enter. The default user ID is

admin.

2. Type your password (default is admin) and press Enter. The default

password is admin. The main-menu window opens.

After you log on to the GbE switch module, you must set the date and time.

See the Nortel 10 Gb Uplink Ethernet Switch Module Command Reference guide to

perform this task and others as needed.

32 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

Chapter 6. Updating the software

This chapter describes how to determine the level of the software that is

installed on the GbE switch module, how to obtain the latest level of switch

software, how to upgrade the software, and how to reset the GbE switch

module to activate the software upgrade.

Determining the level of GbE switch module software

After you install the GbE switch module in the BladeCenter unit, make sure

that the latest software is installed on the GbE switch module. To determine

the level of the software that is installed, complete the following steps:

1. Log on to the management module as described in the User’s Guide or

Command Line Interface Reference Guide for your management module. If

necessary, obtain the IP address of the management module from your

system administrator. The login window opens.

2. From the Monitors menu, click Firmware VPD. The Firmware VPD

window opens.

3. Locate the I/O Module Firmware VPD section.

4. Locate the I/O module-bay number that contains the GbE switch module

that you installed; then, note the corresponding level of the software for the

GbE switch module.

Obtaining the latest level of switch software

The switch module might have features that are not described in the

documentation that comes with the switch, and the documentation might be

updated occasionally to include information about those features or technical

updates. If firmware and documentation updates are available you can locate

them at http://ww w .ibm.com/support/. For firmware updates, click

Downloads and drivers.

Note: Changes are made periodically to the IBM Web site. The procedure for

locating firmware and documentation might change from what is

described in this document.

The GbE switch module can contain two operating-system images. You can

revert to the previous image if the current download process fails.

Upgrading the GbE switch module software

The GbE switch-module software can be upgraded using a TFTP server

application. Typically, this software runs as an application under your

operating system. Make sure that this software is installed on your server;

then, download the software images from the IBM Web site

http://ww w .ibm.com/support/ into a directory on your TFTP server. Enable

the TFTP server and set its default directory to the one where the image is.

To transfer the software image files from the TFTP server to the switch, you

can establish a Telnet session through the management module. Ping the TFTP

server to make sure that you have a connection. The Telnet session performs

optimally if all three network entities (TFTP server, management module, and

switch IP addresses) are on the same subnet. Otherwise, you must use a router

and configure a gateway address on the switch. Use the management-module

interface to configure the IP addresses of the management module external

interface (eth0) and the GbE switch module so that they are both on the same

subnet as the TFTP server.

The IP addresses and masks used are described in the following table.

Network entity

IP address

Mask

TFTP server

192.168.2.178

255.255.255.0

Management module (eth0) 192.168.2.237

GbE switch module current 192.168.2.51

IP configuration

Note: With this configuration, you can ping the GbE switch module from the

TFTP server.

Use the management module interface to start a Telnet session, as described in

the following steps. The requirements for running a Telnet session are

described in Chapter 5, “Configuring the GbE switch module,” on page 25.

1. Log on to the management module as described in the User’s Guide or

Command Line Interface Reference Guide for your management module. The

2. From the I/O Module Tasks menu, click Configuration → Bay X →

Advanced Configuration. The Advanced Configuration window opens.

3. To start a Telnet session, click Start Telnet/Web Session.

To upgrade the GbE switch-module software, complete the following steps:

1. Log into the GbE switch module.

2. At the CLI prompt, type the following command and press Enter.

34 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

/boot/gtimg imageX TADDR zzzzz

Where imagex is the image to install and zzzzz is the operating-system

image file name.

3. Reset and restart the GbE switch module as described in “Resetting and

restarting the GbE switch module.”

4. At the CLI prompt, type the following command and press Enter.

/boot/gtimg boot TADDR yyyy

Where yyyy is the boot image file name.

5. Repeat step3.

Resetting and restarting the GbE switch module

To activate the new image or images, you must reset the GbE switch module.

To reset the GbE switch module, complete the following steps:

1. From the I/O Module Tasks menu, click Admin/Power/Restart. The

management module window opens.

2. Select the I/O module bay on which the software update was just installed.

3. Click Power Off Module(s).

4. Select the I/O module bay on which the software update was just installed.

5. Click Power On Module(s). Wait 60 seconds for POST to be completed.

6. Click Monitors, and select Firmware VPD. The Firmware VPD window

opens.

7. In the Firmware VPD window, locate the I/O Module Firmware VPD

section. Page down to the number of the I/O module bay that contains the

GbE switch module that you just installed; then, note the corresponding

level of the software for the GbE switch module. Confirm that the software

build ID and revision reflect the correct software release.

Chapter 6. Updating the software 35

36 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

Chapter 7. Parts listing

Replaceable components are of three types:

v Tier 1 customer replaceable unit (CRU): Replacement of Tier 1 CRUs is

your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will be

charged for the installation.

v Tier 2 customer replaceable unit (CRU): You may install a Tier 2 CRU

yourself or request IBM to install it, at no additional charge, under the type

of warranty service that is designated for your server.

v Field replaceable unit (FRU): FRUs must be installed only by trained service

technicians.

For information about the terms of the warranty, see Appendix A, “IBM

Statement of Limited W a rranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004,” on page 43.

Note: These customer replaceable units (CRUs) can be replaced by the

customer.

Part

CRU Number

Nortel GbE Uplink Switch Module for IBM BladeCenter

assembly

32R1785

Serial console cable

02R9365

IBM Gb small-form-factor pluggable module, SR (850 nm) 32R1883

IBM Gb small-form-factor pluggable module, LR (1310

nm)

32R1884

1.5 m IBM BladeCenter CX4 cable

3.0 m IBM BladeCenter CX4 cable

32R1940

32R1944

38 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

Chapter 8. Solving problems

This section provides basic troubleshooting information to help you solve some

problems that might occur while you are setting up the GbE switch module.

The Nortel 10 Gb Uplink Ethernet Switch Modules for IBM Bladecenter Application

Guide provides more details about troubleshooting the GbE switch module.

If you cannot locate and correct the problem using the information in this

section, see Chapter 9, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 41.

Running POST

To ensure that it is fully operational, the GbE switch module processes a series

of tests during power-up or a restart (power-on self-test, or POST). These tests

take approximately 1 minute to complete. The management module reads the

test results and displays them for you. During normal operation, these tests are

completed without error, and the green OK LED is lit. However, if the GbE

switch module fails POST, the amber error (fault) LED and the system-error

LED on the BladeCenter unit is lit. An event is stored in the event log in the

System Status panel of the management module. The specific failure is

displayed on the System Status I/O Module panel of the management module.

Note: For the location and description of the GbE switch module LEDs, see

“LEDs” on page 6.

POST errors

There are two types of errors: noncritical and critical. Noncritical errors apply

to one port, and the GbE switch module is operational. You can continue to

operate the GbE switch module; however, if necessary, you must replace it as

soon as possible. When critical errors occur, the GbE switch module does not

operate. If a critical error occurs, the switch will try complete the startup

sequence and initialization process. To view POST results, complete the

following steps:

1. Log on to the management module as described in the User’s Guide or the

Command Line Interface Reference Guide for your management module. If

necessary, obtain the IP address of the management module from your

system administrator. The login window opens.

2. Turn off the power to the GbE switch module; then, turn it on again.

3. After POST is completed, the management module displays the results.

Refresh the window to view the POST results. If a critical error occurs,

replace the GbE switch module. If a non-critical error occurs, see the GbE

switch module error log for additional details.

The following table describes the basic critical and noncritical failures. This

abbreviated list is representative; it is not intended as an exhaustive list. An

error code is associated with each failure. Error codes appear on the

Management Module Switch Information window. Be sure to note the

applicable error code and corresponding failure. You might have to provide

this information when you call the IBM HelpCenter^®. For details, see

Chapter 9, “Getting help and technical assistance,” on page 41.

Diagnostic indicator (in

hex)

Failing functional area

Failure criticality

00 - 7F

80 - 9F

A0 - AF

B0 - FE

Base internal functions

Internal interface failures

External interface errors

Reserved

Critical

Noncritical

GbE switch module “good” Operation

indicator

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Chapter 9. Getting help and technical assistance

If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information

about IBM products, you will find a wide variety of sources available from

IBM to assist you. This appendix contains information about where to go for

additional information about IBM and IBM products, what to do if you

experience a problem with your BladeCenter product or optional device, and

whom to call for service, if it is necessary.

Before you call

Before you call, make sure that you have taken these steps to try to solve the

problem yourself:

v Check all cables to make sure that they are connected.

v Check the power switches to make sure that the system and any optional

devices are turned on.

v Use the troubleshooting information in your system documentation, and use

the diagnostic tools that come with your system. Information about

diagnostic tools is in the Hardware Maintenance Manual and Troubleshooting

Guide or Problem Determination and Service Guide on the IBM Documentation

CD that comes with your system.

v Go to http://ww w .ibm.com/bladecenter/ and click Support to check for

information to help you solve the problem.

You can solve many problems without outside assistance by following the

troubleshooting procedures that IBM provides in the online help or in the

documentation that is provided with your IBM product. The documentation

that comes with BladeCenter systems also describes the diagnostic tests that

you can perform. Most BladeCenter systems, operating systems, and programs

come with documentation that contains troubleshooting procedures and

explanations of error messages and error codes. If you suspect a software

problem, see the documentation for the software.

Using the documentation

Information about your IBM BladeCenter system and preinstalled software, if

any, or optional device is available in the documentation that comes with the

product. That documentation can include printed documents, online

documents, readme files, and help files. See the troubleshooting information in

your system documentation for instructions for using the diagnostic programs.

The troubleshooting information or the diagnostic programs might tell you that

you need additional or updated device drivers or other software. IBM

maintains pages on the World Wide Web where you can get the latest technical

information and download device drivers and updates. To access these pages,

go to http://ww w .ibm.com/bladecenter/, click Support, and follow the

instructions. Also, some documents are available through the IBM Publications

Center at http://ww w .ibm.com/shop/publications/order/.

Getting help and information from the World Wide Web

On the World Wide Web, the IBM Web site has up-to-date information about

IBM BladeCenter systems, optional devices, services, and support at

http://ww w .ibm.com/bladecenter/. For service information, click Support.

Software service and support

Through IBM Support Line, you can get telephone assistance, for a fee, with

usage, configuration, and software problems with BladeCenter products. For

information about which products are supported by Support Line in your

country or region, see http://ww w .ibm.com/services/sl/products/.

For more information about Support Line and other IBM services, see

http://ww w .ibm.com/services/, or see http://ww w .ibm.com/planetwide/ for

support telephone numbers. In the U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV

(1-800-426-7378).

Hardware service and support

You can receive hardware service through IBM Services or through your IBM

reseller, if your reseller is authorized by IBM to provide warranty service. See

http://ww w .ibm.com/planetwide/ for support telephone numbers, or in the

U.S. and Canada, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (1-800-426-7378).

In the U.S. and Canada, hardware service and support is available 24 hours a

day, 7 days a week. In the U.K., these services are available Monday through

Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

42 Nortel 10 Gigabit Uplink Ethernet Switch Module: Installation Guide

Appendix A. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty

Z125-4753-08 04/2004

Part 1 - General Terms

This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General Terms, Part 2 -

Country-unique Terms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2

replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement

of Limited Warranty apply only to Machines you purchase for your use, and not for

resale. The term “Machine” means an IBM machine, its features, conversions,

upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them. The term “Machine”

does not include any software programs, whether pre-loaded with the Machine,

installed subsequently or otherwise. Nothing in this Statement of Limited

Warranty affects any statutory rights of consumers that cannot be waived or

limited by contract.

What this Warranty Covers

IBM warrants that each Machine 1) is free from defects in materials and

workmanship and 2) conforms to IBM’s Official Published Specifications

(“Specifications”) which are available on request. The warranty period for the

Machine starts on the original Date of Installation and is specified in Part 3 -

Warranty Information. The date on your invoice or sales receipt is the Date of

Installation unless IBM or your reseller informs you otherwise. Many features,

conversions, or upgrades involve the removal of parts and their return to IBM.

A part that replaces a removed part will assume the warranty service status of

the removed part. Unless IBM specifies otherwise, these warranties apply only

in the country or region in which you purchased the Machine.

THESE WARRANTIES ARE YOUR EXCLUSIVE WARRANTIES AND

REPLACE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO

NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED

WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IN THAT EVENT, SUCH WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO

THE WARRANTY PERIOD. NO WARRANTIES APPLY AFTER THAT

PERIOD. SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW

LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO

THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

What this Warranty Does not Cover

This warranty does not cover the following:

any software programs, whether pre-loaded or shipped with the Machine,

or installed subsequently;

failure resulting from misuse (including but not limited to use of any

Machine capacity or capability, other than that authorized by IBM in

writing), accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating

environment, or improper maintenance by you;

failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible; and

any non-IBM products, including those that IBM may procure and provide

with or integrate into an IBM Machine at your request.

The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identification labels on the

Machine or its parts.

IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error-free operation of a Machine.

Any technical or other support provided for a Machine under warranty, such

as assistance with “how-to” questions and those regarding Machine set-up and

installation, is provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

If the Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period,

contact IBM or your reseller to obtain warranty service. If you do not register

the Machine with IBM, you may be required to present proof of purchase as

evidence of your entitlement to warranty service.

What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems

When you contact IBM for service, you must follow the problem determination

and resolution procedures that IBM specifies. An initial diagnosis of your

problem can be made either by a technician over the telephone or electronically

by access to an IBM website.

The type of warranty service applicable to your Machine is specified in Part 3 -

Warranty Information.

You are responsible for downloading and installing designated Machine Code

(microcode, basic input/output system code (called “BIOS”), utility programs,

device drivers, and diagnostics delivered with an IBM Machine) and other

software updates from an IBM Internet Web site or from other electronic

media, and following the instructions that IBM provides.

If your problem can be resolved with a Customer Replaceable Unit (“CRU”)

(e.g., keyboard, mouse, speaker, memory, hard disk drive), IBM will ship the

CRU to you for you to install.

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If the Machine does not function as warranted during the warranty period and

your problem cannot be resolved over the telephone or electronically, through

your application of Machine Code or software updates, or with a CRU, IBM or

your reseller, if approved by IBM to provide warranty service, will either, at its

discretion, 1) repair it to make it function as warranted, or 2) replace it with

one that is at least functionally equivalent. If IBM is unable to do either, you

may return the Machine to your place of purchase and your money will be

refunded.

IBM or your reseller will also manage and install selected engineering changes

that apply to the Machine.

Exchange of a Machine or Part

When the warranty service involves the exchange of a Machine or part, the

item IBM or your reseller replaces becomes its property and the replacement

becomes yours. You represent that all removed items are genuine and

unaltered. The replacement may not be new, but will be in good working order

and at least functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement

assumes the warranty service status of the replaced item.

Your Additional Responsibilities

Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove

all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty

service.

You also agree to:

1. ensure that the Machine is free of any legal obligations or restrictions that

prevent its exchange;

2. obtain authorization from the owner to have IBM or your reseller service a

Machine that you do not own; and

3. where applicable, before service is provided:

a. follow the service request procedures that IBM or your reseller

provides;

b. backup or secure all programs, data, and funds contained in the

Machine;

c. provide IBM or your reseller with sufficient, free, and safe access to

your facilities to permit IBM to fulfill its obligations; and

d. inform IBM or your reseller of changes in the Machine’s location.

4. (a) ensure all information about identified or identifiable individuals

(Personal Data) is deleted from the Machine (to the extent technically

possible), (b) allow IBM, your reseller or an IBM supplier to process on

your behalf any remaining Personal Data as IBM or your reseller considers

necessary to fulfill its obligations under this Statement of Limited Warranty

(which may include shipping the Machine for such processing to other IBM

Appendix A. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 45

service locations around the world), and (c) ensure that such processing

complies with any laws applicable to such Personal Data.

Limitation of Liability

IBM is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your Machine only while it is 1)

in IBM’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases where IBM is responsible for

the transportation charges.

Neither IBM nor your reseller are responsible for any of your confidential,

proprietary or personal information contained in a Machine which you return

to IBM for any reason. You should remove all such information from the

Machine prior to its return.

Circumstances may arise where, because of a default on IBM’s part or other

liability, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. In each such instance,

regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from IBM

(including fundamental breach, negligence, misrepresentation, or other contract

or tort claim), except for any liability that cannot be waived or limited by

applicable laws, IBM is liable for no more than

1. damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property

and tangible personal property; and

2. the amount of any other actual direct damages, up to the charges (if

recurring, 12 months’ charges apply) for the Machine that is subject of the

claim. For purposes of this item, the term “Machine” includes Machine

Code and Licensed Internal Code (“LIC”).

This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller. It is the maximum

for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR RESELLERS

LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR

POSSIBILITY: 1) THIRD PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES

(OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED ABOVE); 2)

LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO, DATA; 3) SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR

INDIRECT DAMAGES OR FOR ANY ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES; OR 4) LOST PROFITS, BUSINESS REVENUE, GOODWILL OR

ANTICIPATED SAVINGS. SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT

ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR

EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. SOME STATES OR

JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN

IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT

APPLY TO YOU.

Governing Law

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Both you and IBM consent to the application of the laws of the country in

which you acquired the Machine to govern, interpret, and enforce all of your

and IBM’s rights, duties, and obligations arising from, or relating in any

manner to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty, without

regard to conflict of law principles.

THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU

MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO

STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION.

Jurisdiction

All of our rights, duties, and obligations are subject to the courts of the country

in which you acquired the Machine.

Part 2 - Country-unique Terms

AMERICAS

ARGENTINA

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the Ordinary Commercial Court of the city of Buenos Aires.

BOLIVIA

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the courts of the city of La Paz.

BRAZIL

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the court of Rio de Janeiro, RJ.

CHILE

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the Civil Courts of Justice of Santiago.

Appendix A. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 47

COLOMBIA

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the Judges of the Republic of Colombia.

EQUADOR

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the Judges of Quito.

MEXICO

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the Federal Courts of Mexico City, Federal District.

PARAGUAY

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the courts of the city of Asuncion.

PERU

Limitation of Liability: The following is added at the end of this section:

In accordance with Article 1328 of the Peruvian Civil Code the limitations and

exclusions specified in this section will not apply to damages caused by IBM’s

willful misconduct (“dolo”) or gross negligence (“culpa inexcusable”).

URUGUAY

Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the City of Montevideo Court’s Jurisdiction.

VENEZUELA

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Jurisdiction: The following is added after the first sentence:

Any litigation arising from this Statement of Limited Warranty will be settled

exclusively by the Courts of the Metropolitan Area Of the City of Caracas.

NORTH AMERICA

How to Obtain Warranty Service: The following is added to this Section:

To obtain warranty service from IBM in Canada or the United States, call

1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378).

CANADA

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 1 of this section:

1. damages for bodily injury (including death) or physical harm to real

property and tangible personal property caused by IBM’s negligence; and

Governing Law: The following replaces “laws of the country in which you acquired

the Machine” in the first sentence:

laws in the Province of Ontario.

UNITED STATES

Governing Law: The following replaces “laws of the country in which you acquired

the Machine” in the first sentence:

laws of the State of New York.

ASIA PACIFIC

AUSTRALIA

What this Warranty Covers: The following paragraph is added to this section:

The warranties specified in this Section are in addition to any rights you may

have under the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation and are

only limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation.

Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section:

Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade

Practices Act 1974 or other similar legislation, IBM’s liability is limited to the

repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods. Where

that condition or warranty relates to right to sell, quiet possession or clear title,

or the goods are of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or

household use or consumption, then none of the limitations in this paragraph

apply.

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Governing Law: The following replaces “laws of the country in which you acquired

the Machine” in the first sentence:

laws of the State or Territory.

CAMBODIA AND LAOS

Governing Law: The following replaces “laws of the country in which you acquired

the Machine” in the first sentence:

laws of the State of New York, United States of America.

CAMBODIA, INDONESIA, AND LAOS

Arbitration: The following is added under this heading:

Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited

Warranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in

Singapore in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of Singapore International

Arbitration Center (“SIAC Rules”) then in effect. The arbitration award shall be

final and binding for the parties without appeal and shall be in writing and set

forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law.

The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being

entitled to appoint one arbitrator. The two arbitrators appointed by the parties

shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings.

Vacancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the SIAC.

Other vacancies shall be filled by the respective nominating party. Proceedings

shall continue from the stage they were at when the vacancy occurred.

If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30

days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall

be the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly

appointed.

All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such

proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this

Statement of Limited Warranty prevails over any other language version.

HONG KONG S.A.R. OF CHINA AND MACAU S.A.R. OF CHINA

Governing Law: The following replaces “laws of the country in which you acquired

the Machine” in the first sentence:

laws of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China.

INDIA

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces items 1 and 2 of this section:

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1. liability for bodily injury (including death) or damage to real property and

tangible personal property will be limited to that caused by IBM’s

negligence; and

2. as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving

nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject

of this Statement of Limited Warranty, the charge paid by you for the

individual Machine that is the subject of the claim. For purposes of this

item, the term “Machine” includes Machine Code and Licensed Internal

Code (“LIC”).

Arbitration: The following is added under this heading:

Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited

Warranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in

Bangalore, India in accordance with the laws of India then in effect. The

arbitration award shall be final and binding for the parties without appeal and

shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law.

The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being

entitled to appoint one arbitrator. The two arbitrators appointed by the parties

shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings.

Vacancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the Bar

Council of India. Other vacancies shall be filled by the respective nominating

party. Proceedings shall continue from the stage they were at when the

vacancy occurred.

If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30

days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall

be the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly

appointed.

All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such

proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this

Statement of Limited Warranty prevails over any other language version.

JAPAN

Governing Law: The following sentence is added to this section:

Any doubts concerning this Statement of Limited Warranty will be initially

resolved between us in good faith and in accordance with the principle of

mutual trust.

MALAYSIA

Limitation of Liability: The word “SPECIAL” in item 3 of the fifth paragraph is

deleted.

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NEW ZEALAND

What this Warranty Covers: The following paragraph is added to this section:

The warranties specified in this section are in addition to any rights you may

have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which

cannot be excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not

apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods

for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.

Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section:

Where Machines are not acquired for the purposes of a business as defined in

the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the limitations in this section are subject to

the limitations in that Act.

PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA (PRC)

Governing Law: The following replaces “laws of the country in which you acquired

the Machine” in the first sentence:

laws of the State of New York, United States of America (except when local

law requires otherwise).

PHILIPPINES

Limitation of Liability: Item 3 in the fifth paragraph is replaced by the following:

SPECIAL (INCLUDING NOMINAL AND EXEMPLARY DAMAGES),

MORAL, INCIDENTAL, OR INDIRECT DAMAGES FOR ANY ECONOMIC

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; OR

Arbitration: The following is added under this heading:

Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited

Warranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Metro

Manila, Philippines in accordance with the laws of the Philippines then in

effect. The arbitration award shall be final and binding for the parties without

appeal and shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact and the

conclusions of law.

The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being

entitled to appoint one arbitrator. The two arbitrators appointed by the parties

shall appoint a third arbitrator who shall act as chairman of the proceedings.

Vacancies in the post of chairman shall be filled by the president of the

Philippine Dispute Resolution Center, Inc. Other vacancies shall be filled by the

respective nominating party. Proceedings shall continue from the stage they

were at when the vacancy occurred.

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If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30

days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall

be the sole arbitrator, provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly

appointed.

All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such

proceedings, in the English language. The English language version of this

Statement of Limited Warranty prevails over any other language version.

SINGAPORE

Limitation of Liability: The words “SPECIAL” and “ECONOMIC” in item 3 in

the fifth paragraph are deleted.

EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA (EMEA)

THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO ALL EMEA COUNTRIES:

The terms of this Statement of Limited Warranty apply to Machines purchased

from IBM or an IBM reseller.

How to Obtain Warranty Service:

Add the following paragraph in Western Europe (Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Cyprus,

Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary,

Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco,

Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,

Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Vatican State, and any country subsequently

added to the European Union, as from the date of accession):

The warranty for Machines acquired in Western Europe shall be valid and

applicable in all Western Europe countries provided the Machines have been

announced and made available in such countries.

If you purchase a Machine in one of the Western European countries, as

defined above, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of

those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty

service or (2) from IBM, provided the Machine has been announced and made

available by IBM in the country in which you wish to obtain service.

If you purchased a Personal Computer Machine in Albania, Armenia, Belarus,

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Georgia, Hungary,

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, Former Yugoslav

Republic of Macedonia (FYROM), Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovak

Republic, Slovenia, or Ukraine, you may obtain warranty service for that

Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to

perform warranty service or (2) from IBM.

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If you purchase a Machine in a Middle Eastern or African country, you may

obtain warranty service for that Machine from the IBM entity within the

country of purchase, if that IBM entity provides warranty service in that

country, or from an IBM reseller, approved by IBM to perform warranty service

on that Machine in that country. Warranty service in Africa is available within

50 kilometers of an IBM approved service provider. You are responsible for

transportation costs for Machines located outside 50 kilometers of an IBM

approved service provider.

Governing Law:

The phrase “the laws of the country in which you acquired the Machine” is replaced

by:

1) “the laws of Austria” in Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus,

Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan,

Kyrgyzstan, FYR Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia,

Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and FR Yugoslavia;

2) “the laws of France” in Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape

Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo Republic, Djibouti,

Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, French Guiana, French

Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Ivory Coast, Lebanon,

Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte, Morocco, New Caledonia,

Niger, Reunion, Senegal, Seychelles, Togo, Tunisia, Vanuatu, and Wallis &

Futuna; 3) “the laws of Finland” in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania; 4) “the

laws of England” in Angola, Bahrain, Botswana, Burundi, Egypt, Eritrea,

Ethiopia, Ghana, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia, Malawi, Malta,

Mozambique, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Rwanda, Sao Tome, Saudi

Arabia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, the

United Kingdom, West Bank/Gaza, Yemen, Zambia, and Zimbabwe; and 5)

“the laws of South Africa” in South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland.

Jurisdiction: The following exceptions are added to this section:

1) In Austria the choice of jurisdiction for all disputes arising out of this

Statement of Limited Warranty and relating thereto, including its existence,

will be the competent court of law in Vienna, Austria (Inner-City); 2) in

Angola, Bahrain, Botswana, Burundi, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Jordan,

Kenya, Kuwait, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Mozambique, Nigeria, Oman,

Pakistan, Qatar, Rwanda, Sao Tome, Saudi Arabia, Sierra Leone, Somalia,

Tanzania, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, West Bank/Gaza, Yemen, Zambia,

and Zimbabwe all disputes arising out of this Statement of Limited Warranty

or related to its execution, including summary proceedings, will be submitted

to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts; 3) in Belgium and

Luxembourg, all disputes arising out of this Statement of Limited Warranty or

related to its interpretation or its execution, the law, and the courts of the

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capital city, of the country of your registered office and/or commercial site

location only are competent; 4) in France, Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso,

Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo

Republic, Djibouti, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea,

French Guiana, French Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau,

Ivory Coast, Lebanon, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mayotte,

Morocco, New Caledonia, Niger, Reunion, Senegal, Seychelles, Togo, Tunisia,

Vanuatu, and Wallis & Futuna all disputes arising out of this Statement of

Limited Warranty or related to its violation or execution, including summary

proceedings, will be settled exclusively by the Commercial Court of Paris; 5) in

Russia, all disputes arising out of or in relation to the interpretation, the

violation, the termination, the nullity of the execution of this Statement of

Limited Warranty shall be settled by Arbitration Court of Moscow; 6) in South

Africa, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland, both of us agree to submit all

disputes relating to this Statement of Limited Warranty to the jurisdiction of

the High Court in Johannesburg; 7) in Turkey all disputes arising out of or in

connection with this Statement of Limited Warranty shall be resolved by the

Istanbul Central (Sultanahmet) Courts and Execution Directorates of Istanbul,

the Republic of Turkey; 8) in each of the following specified countries, any

legal claim arising out of this Statement of Limited Warranty will be brought

before, and settled exclusively by, the competent court of a) Athens for Greece,

b) Tel Aviv-Jaffa for Israel, c) Milan for Italy, d) Lisbon for Portugal, and e)

Madrid for Spain; and 9) in the United Kingdom, both of us agree to submit

all disputes relating to this Statement of Limited Warranty to the jurisdiction of

the English courts.

Arbitration: The following is added under this heading:

In Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria,

Croatia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, FYR Macedonia,

Moldova, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan,

Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, and FR Yugoslavia all disputes arising

out of this Statement of Limited Warranty or related to its violation,

termination or nullity will be finally settled under the Rules of Arbitration and

Conciliation of the International Arbitral Center of the Federal Economic

Chamber in Vienna (Vienna Rules) by three arbitrators appointed in accordance

with these rules. The arbitration will be held in Vienna, Austria, and the official

language of the proceedings will be English. The decision of the arbitrators will

be final and binding upon both parties. Therefore, pursuant to paragraph 598

(2) of the Austrian Code of Civil Procedure, the parties expressly waive the

application of paragraph 595 (1) figure 7 of the Code. IBM may, however,

institute proceedings in a competent court in the country of installation.

In Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania all disputes arising in connection with this

Statement of Limited Warranty will be finally settled in arbitration that will be

held in Helsinki, Finland in accordance with the arbitration laws of Finland

then in effect. Each party will appoint one arbitrator. The arbitrators will then

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jointly appoint the chairman. If arbitrators cannot agree on the chairman, then

the Central Chamber of Commerce in Helsinki will appoint the chairman.

EUROPEAN UNION (EU)

THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO ALL EU COUNTRIES:

The warranty for Machines acquired in EU countries is valid and applicable in

all EU countries provided the Machines have been announced and made

available in such countries.

How to Obtain Warranty Service: The following is added to this section:

To obtain warranty service from IBM in EU countries, see the telephone listing

in Part 3 - Warranty Information.

You may contact IBM at the following address:

IBM Warranty & Service Quality Dept.

PO Box 30

Spango Valley

Greenock

Scotland PA16 0AH

CONSUMERS

Consumers have legal rights under applicable national legislation governing

the sale of consumer goods. Such rights are not affected by the warranties

provided in this Statement of Limited Warranty.

AUSTRIA, DENMARK, FINLAND, GREECE, ITALY, NETHERLANDS,

NORWAY, PORTUGAL, SPAIN, SWEDEN AND SWITZERLAND

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its

entirety:

Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law:

1. IBM’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a consequence

of the fulfillment of its obligations under or in connection with this

Statement of Limited Warranty or due to any other cause related to this

Statement of Limited Warranty is limited to the compensation of only those

damages and losses proved and actually arising as an immediate and direct

consequence of the non-fulfillment of such obligations (if IBM is at fault) or

of such cause, for a maximum amount equal to the charges you paid for

the Machine. For purposes of this item, the term “Machine” includes

Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code (“LIC”).

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The above limitation shall not apply to damages for bodily injuries

(including death) and damages to real property and tangible personal

property for which IBM is legally liable.

2. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR

RESELLERS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING, EVEN IF

INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY: 1) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO,

DATA; 2) INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY

ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; 3) LOST PROFITS, EVEN

IF THEY ARISE AS AN IMMEDIATE CONSEQUENCE OF THE EVENT

THAT GENERATED THE DAMAGES; OR 4) LOSS OF BUSINESS,

REVENUE, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS.

FRANCE AND BELGIUM

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its

entirety:

Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law:

1. IBM’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a consequence

of the fulfillment of its obligations under or in connection with this

Statement of Limited Warranty is limited to the compensation of only those

damages and losses proved and actually arising as an immediate and direct

consequence of the non-fulfillment of such obligations (if IBM is at fault),

for a maximum amount equal to the charges you paid for the Machine that

has caused the damages. For purposes of this item, the term “Machine”

includes Machine Code and Licensed Internal Code (“LIC”).

The above limitation shall not apply to damages for bodily injuries

(including death) and damages to real property and tangible personal

property for which IBM is legally liable.

2. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR

RESELLERS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING, EVEN IF

INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY: 1) LOSS OF, OR DAMAGE TO,

DATA; 2) INCIDENTAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY

ECONOMIC CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES; 3) LOST PROFITS, EVEN

IF THEY ARISE AS AN IMMEDIATE CONSEQUENCE OF THE EVENT

THAT GENERATED THE DAMAGES; OR 4) LOSS OF BUSINESS,

REVENUE, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIPATED SAVINGS.

THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO THE COUNTRY SPECIFIED:

AUSTRIA

The provisions of this Statement of Limited Warranty replace any applicable

statutory warranties.

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What this Warranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first

paragraph of this section:

The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for

its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications.

The following paragraphs are added to this section:

The limitation period for consumers in action for breach of warranty is the

statutory period as a minimum. In case IBM or your reseller is unable to repair

an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for a partial refund as far as

justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired Machine or ask for a

cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine and get your money

refunded.

The second paragraph does not apply.

What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems: The following is added to this section:

During the warranty period, IBM will reimburse you for the transportation

charges for the delivery of the failing Machine to IBM.

Limitation of Liability: The following paragraph is added to this section:

The limitations and exclusions specified in the Statement of Limited Warranty

will not apply to damages caused by IBM with fraud or gross negligence and

for express warranty.

The following sentence is added to the end of item 2:

IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual

terms in cases of ordinary negligence.

EGYPT

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces item 2 in this section:

as to any other actual direct damages, IBM’s liability will be limited to the total

amount you paid for the Machine that is the subject of the claim. For purposes

of this item, the term “Machine” includes Machine Code and Licensed Internal

Code (“LIC”).

Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged).

FRANCE

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the second sentence of the first

paragraph of this section:

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In such instances, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim

damages from IBM, IBM is liable for no more than: (items 1 and 2 unchanged).

GERMANY

What this Warranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first

paragraph of this section:

The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for

its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications.

The following paragraphs are added to this section:

The minimum warranty period for Machines is twelve months. In case IBM or

your reseller is unable to repair an IBM Machine, you can alternatively ask for

a partial refund as far as justified by the reduced value of the unrepaired

Machine or ask for a cancellation of the respective agreement for such Machine

and get your money refunded.

The second paragraph does not apply.

What IBM Will Do to Correct Problems: The following is added to this section:

During the warranty period, transportation for delivery of the failing Machine

to IBM will be at IBM’s expense.

Limitation of Liability: The following paragraph is added to this section:

The limitations and exclusions specified in the Statement of Limited Warranty

will not apply to damages caused by IBM with fraud or gross negligence and

for express warranty.

The following sentence is added to the end of item 2:

IBM’s liability under this item is limited to the violation of essential contractual

terms in cases of ordinary negligence.

HUNGARY

Limitation of Liability: The following is added at the end of this section:

The limitation and exclusion specified herein shall not apply to liability for a

breach of contract damaging life, physical well-being, or health that has been

caused intentionally, by gross negligence, or by a criminal act.

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The parties accept the limitations of liability as valid provisions and state that

the Section 314.(2) of the Hungarian Civil Code applies as the acquisition price

as well as other advantages arising out of the present Statement of Limited

Warranty balance this limitation of liability.

IRELAND

What this Warranty Covers: The following is added to this section:

Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, all statutory

conditions, including all warranties implied, but without prejudice to the

generality of the foregoing all warranties implied by the Sale of Goods Act

1893 or the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980 are hereby

excluded.

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its

entirety:

For the purposes of this section, a “Default” means any act, statement,

omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to,

the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which

IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults

which together result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or

damage will be treated as one Default occurring on the date of occurrence of

the last such Default.

Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to

recover damages from IBM.

This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole remedy.

1. IBM will accept unlimited liability for death or personal injury caused by

the negligence of IBM.

2. Subject always to the Items for Which IBM is Not Liable below, IBM will

accept unlimited liability for physical damage to your tangible property

resulting from the negligence of IBM.

3. Except as provided in items 1 and 2 above, IBM’s entire liability for actual

damages for any one Default will not in any event exceed the greater of 1)

EUR 125,000, or 2) 125% of the amount you paid for the Machine directly

relating to the Default.

Items for Which IBM is Not Liable

Save with respect to any liability referred to in item 1 above, under no

circumstances is IBM, its suppliers or resellers liable for any of the following,

even if IBM or they were informed of the possibility of such losses:

1. loss of, or damage to, data;

2. special, indirect, or consequential loss; or

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3. loss of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings.

SLOVAKIA

Limitation of Liability: The following is added to the end of the last paragraph:

The limitations apply to the extent they are not prohibited under §§ 373-386 of

the Slovak Commercial Code.

SOUTH AFRICA, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA, LESOTHO AND SWAZILAND

Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this section:

IBM’s entire liability to you for actual damages arising in all situations

involving nonperformance by IBM in respect of the subject matter of this

Statement of Warranty will be limited to the charge paid by you for the

individual Machine that is the subject of your claim from IBM.

UNITED KINGDOM

Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its

entirety:

For the purposes of this section, a “Default” means any act, statement,

omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to,

the subject matter of this Statement of Limited Warranty in respect of which

IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults

which together result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or

damage will be treated as one Default.

Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to

recover damages from IBM.

This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole remedy.

1. IBM will accept unlimited liability for:

a. death or personal injury caused by the negligence of IBM; and

b. any breach of its obligations implied by Section 12 of the Sale of Goods

Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982, or

any statutory modification or re-enactment of either such Section.

2. IBM will accept unlimited liability, subject always to the Items for Which

IBM is Not Liable below, for physical damage to your tangible property

resulting from the negligence of IBM.

3. IBM’s entire liability for actual damages for any one Default will not in any

event, except as provided in items 1 and 2 above, exceed the greater of 1)

Pounds Sterling 75,000, or 2) 125% of the total purchase price payable or

the charges for the Machine directly relating to the Default.

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These limits also apply to IBM’s suppliers and resellers. They state the

maximum for which IBM and such suppliers and resellers are collectively

responsible.

Items for Which IBM is Not Liable

Save with respect to any liability referred to in item 1 above, under no

circumstances is IBM or any of its suppliers or resellers liable for any of the

following, even if IBM or they were informed of the possibility of such losses:

1. loss of, or damage to, data;

2. special, indirect, or consequential loss; or

3. loss of profits, business, revenue, goodwill, or anticipated savings.

Part 3 - Warranty Information

This Part 3 provides information regarding the warranty applicable to your

Machine, including the warranty period and type of warranty service IBM

provides.

Warranty Period

The warranty period may vary by country or region and is specified in the

table below.

Note: “Region” means either Hong Kong or Macau Special Administrative

Region of China.

A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that IBM

provides warranty service without charge for:

1. parts and labor during the first year of the warranty period; and

2. parts only, on an exchange basis, in the second and third years of the

warranty period. IBM will charge you for any labor provided in

performance of the repair or replacement(s) in the second and third year of

the warranty period.

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Country or Region of

Purchase

Warranty Period

Type of Warranty Service*

Worldwide

1 year

* See “Types of Warranty Service” for the legend and explanations of warranty-service

types.

Types of Warranty Service

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If required, IBM provides repair or exchange service depending on the type of

warranty service specified for your Machine in the above table and as

described below. Warranty service may be provided by your reseller if

approved by IBM to perform warranty service. Scheduling of service will

depend upon the time of your call and is subject to parts availability. Service

levels are response time objectives and are not guaranteed. The specified level

of warranty service may not be available in all worldwide locations, additional

charges may apply outside IBM’s normal service area, contact your local IBM

representative or your reseller for country and location specific information.

1. Customer Replaceable Unit (“CRU”) Service

IBM provides replacement CRUs to you for you to install. CRU information

and replacement instructions are shipped with your Machine and are

available from IBM at any time on your request. Installation of Tier 1 CRUs

is your responsibility. If IBM installs a Tier 1 CRU at your request, you will

be charged for the installation. You may install a Tier 2 CRU yourself or

request IBM to install it, at no additional charge, under the type of

warranty service designated for your Machine. IBM specifies in the

materials shipped with a replacement CRU whether a defective CRU must

be returned to IBM. When return is required, 1) return instructions and a

container are shipped with the replacement CRU, and 2) you may be

charged for the replacement CRU if IBM does not receive the defective

CRU within 30 days of your receipt of the replacement.

2. On-site Service

IBM or your reseller will either repair or exchange the failing Machine at

your location and verify its operation. You must provide suitable working

area to allow disassembly and reassembly of the IBM Machine. The area

must be clean, well lit and suitable for the purpose. For some Machines,

certain repairs may require sending the Machine to an IBM service center.

3. Courier or Depot Service*

You will disconnect the failing Machine for collection arranged by IBM.

IBM will provide you with a shipping container for you to return your

Machine to a designated service center. A courier will pick up your

Machine and deliver it to the designated service center. Following its repair

or exchange, IBM will arrange the return delivery of the Machine to your

location. You are responsible for its installation and verification.

4. Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service

You will deliver or mail as IBM specifies (prepaid unless IBM specifies

otherwise) the failing Machine suitably packaged to a location IBM

designates. After IBM has repaired or exchanged the Machine, IBM will

make it available for your collection or, for Mail-in Service, IBM will return

it to you at IBM’s expense, unless IBM specifies otherwise. You are

responsible for the subsequent installation and verification of the Machine.

5. CRU and On-site Service

This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 2 (see

above).

6. CRU and Courier or Depot Service

Appendix A. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 63

This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 3 (see

above).

7. CRU and Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service

This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 4 (see

above).

When a 5, 6 or 7 type of warranty service is listed, IBM will determine

which type of warranty service is appropriate for the repair.

* This type of service is called ThinkPad^®EasyServ or EasyServ in some

countries.

The IBM Machine Warranty World Wide Web site at http://www.ibm.com/

servers/support/machine_warranties/ provides a worldwide overview of

IBM’s Limited Warranty for Machines, a Glossary of IBM definitions,

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Support by Product (Machine) with

links to Product Support pages. The IBM Statement of Limited Warranty is

also available on this site in 29 languages.

To obtain warranty service contact IBM or your IBM reseller. In Canada or the

United States, call 1-800-IBM-SERV (426-7378). In the EU countries, see the

telephone numbers below.

EU Country Telephone List

Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the warranty service

contact telephone number in a country subsequently added to the EU and not

yet reflected in the list below, contact IBM in that country or visit the website

above for a current telephone listing.

Austria -- +43-1-24592-5901

Belgium -- +32-70-23-3392

Cyprus -- +357-22-841100

Czech Republic -- +420-2-7213-1316

Denmark -- +45-4520-8200

Estonia -- +386-61-1796-699

Finland -- +358-8001-4260

France -- +33-238-557-450

Germany -- +49-1805-253553

Greece -- +30-210-680-1700

Hungary -- +36-1-382-5720

Ireland -- +353-1-815-4000

Latvia -- +386-61-1796-699

Lithuania -- +386-61-1796-699

Luxembourg -- +352-298-977-5063

Malta -- +356-23-4175

Netherlands -- +31-20-514-5770

Poland -- +48-22-878-6999

Portugal -- +351-21-892-7147

Slovakia -- +421-2-4954-1217

Slovenia -- +386-1-4796-699

Spain -- +34-91-714-7983

Sweden -- +46-8-477-4420

United Kingdom -- +44-0870-550-0900

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Italy -- +39-800-820-094

Appendix A. IBM Statement of Limited Warranty Z125-4753-08 04/2004 65

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Appendix B. Notices

This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A.

IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this

document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for

information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any

reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or

imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used. Any

functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any

IBM intellectual property right may be used instead. However, it is the user’s

responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of any non-IBM product,

program, or service.

IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter

described in this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you

any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to:

IBM Director of Licensing

IBM Corporation

North Castle Drive

Armonk, NY 10504-1785

U.S.A.

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS

PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER

EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS

FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow disclaimer of

express or implied warranties in certain transactions, therefore, this statement

may not apply to you.

This information could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors.

Changes are periodically made to the information herein; these changes will be

incorporated in new editions of the publication. IBM may make improvements

and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this

publication at any time without notice.

Any references in this information to non-IBM Web sites are provided for

convenience only and do not in any manner serve as an endorsement of those

Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this

IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

IBM may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it

believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

Trademarks

The following terms are trademarks of International Business Machines

Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both:

Active Memory

Active PCI

Active PCI-X

AIX

Alert on LAN

BladeCenter

IBM

TechConnect

Tivoli

Tivoli Enterprise

Update Connector

Wake on LAN

XA-32

IBM (logo)

IntelliStation

NetBAY

Netfinity

Predictive Failure

Analysis

Chipkill

ServeRAID

ServerGuide

ServerProven

System x

XA-64

X-Architecture

XpandOnDemand

e-business logo

FlashCopy

i5/OS

Intel, Intel Xeon, Itanium, and Pentium are trademarks or registered

trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and

other countries.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group in the United States and

other countries.

Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks of Sun

Microsystems, Inc. in the United States, other countries, or both.

Adaptec and HostRAID are trademarks of Adaptec, Inc., in the United States,

other countries, or both.

Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States, other countries, or

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Red Hat, the Red Hat “Shadow Man” logo, and all Red Hat-based trademarks

and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Red Hat, Inc., in the

United States and other countries.

Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks

of others.

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Important notes

Processor speeds indicate the internal clock speed of the microprocessor; other

factors also affect application performance.

CD drive speeds list the variable read rate. Actual speeds vary and are often

less than the maximum possible.

When referring to processor storage, real and virtual storage, or channel

volume, KB stands for approximately 1000 bytes, MB stands for approximately

1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for approximately 1 000 000 000 bytes.

When referring to hard disk drive capacity or communications volume, MB

stands for 1 000 000 bytes, and GB stands for 1 000 000 000 bytes. Total

user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.

Maximum internal hard disk drive capacities assume the replacement of any

standard hard disk drives and population of all hard disk drive bays with the

largest currently supported drives available from IBM.

Maximum memory may require replacement of the standard memory with an

optional memory module.

IBM makes no representation or warranties regarding non-IBM products and

services that are ServerProven^®, including but not limited to the implied

warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. These

products are offered and warranted solely by third parties.

IBM makes no representations or warranties with respect to non-IBM products.

Support (if any) for the non-IBM products is provided by the third party, not

IBM.

Some software may differ from its retail version (if available), and may not

include user manuals or all program functionality.

Product recycling and disposal

This unit must be recycled or discarded according to applicable local and

national regulations. IBM encourages owners of information technology (IT)

equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed.

IBM offers a variety of product return programs and services in several

countries to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products.

Information on IBM product recycling offerings can be found on IBM’s Internet

site at

http://ww w .ibm.com/ibm/environment/products/prp.shtml.

Appendix B. Notices 69

Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU)

and Norway.

This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC

concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The Directive

determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as

applicable throughout the European Union. This label is applied to various

products to indicate that the product is not to be thrown away, but rather

reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive.

Remarque: Cette marque s’applique uniquement aux pays de l’Union

Européenne et à la Norvège.

L’etiquette du système respecte la Directive européenne 2002/96/EC en

matière de Déchets des Equipements Electriques et Electroniques (DEEE), qui

détermine les dispositions de retour et de recyclage applicables aux systèmes

utilisés à travers l’Union européenne. Conformément à la directive, ladite

étiquette précise que le produit sur lequel elle est apposée ne doit pas être jeté

mais être récupéré en fin de vie.

In accordance with the European WEEE Directive, electrical and electronic

equipment (EEE) is to be collected separately and to be reused, recycled, or

recovered at end of life. Users of EEE with the WEEE marking per Annex IV of

the WEEE Directive, as shown above, must not dispose of end of life EEE as

unsorted municipal waste, but use the collection framework available to

customers for the return, recycling, and recovery of WEEE. Customer

participation is important to minimize any potential effects of EEE on the

environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous

substances in EEE. For proper collection and treatment, contact your local IBM

representative.

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Battery return program

This product may contain a sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal

hydride, lithium, or lithium ion battery. Consult your user manual or service

manual for specific battery information. The battery must be recycled or

disposed of properly. Recycling facilities may not be available in your area. For

information on disposal of batteries outside the United States, go to

http://ww w .ibm.com/ibm/environment/products/batteryrecycle.shtml or

contact your local waste disposal facility.

In the United States, IBM has established a return process for reuse, recycling,

or proper disposal of used IBM sealed lead acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal

hydride, and battery packs from IBM equipment. For information on proper

disposal of these batteries, contact IBM at 1-800-426-4333. Have the IBM part

number listed on the battery available prior to your call.

In the Netherlands, the following applies.

For Taiwan: Please recycle batteries.

Electronic emission notices

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when

the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment

generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed

and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful

Appendix B. Notices 71

interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user

will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order

to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television

interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or

by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized

changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the

equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Industry Canada Class A emission compliance statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

Australia and New Zealand Class A statement

Attention: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product

may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take

adequate measures.

United Kingdom telecommunications safety requirement

Notice to Customers

This apparatus is approved under approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for

indirect connection to public telecommunication systems in the United

Kingdom.

European Union EMC Directive conformance statement

This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council

Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States

relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for

any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a

nonrecommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM

option cards.

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This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A

Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/European Standard

EN 55022. The limits for Class A equipment were derived for commercial and

industrial environments to provide reasonable protection against interference

with licensed communication equipment.

Attention: This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product

may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take

adequate measures.

Taiwanese Class A warning statement

Chinese Class A warning statement

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI)

statement

Appendix B. Notices 73

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Index

Ethernet

TX/RX LED

Ethernet link, OK LED

external ports

accessing

Gigabit Ethernet switch module

through the Web interface 31

W e b interface 31

enabling 28

enabling management 28

case-sensitive data fields

accessing the Gigabit Ethernet switch

module 31

FCC Class A notice 71

features

fiber-optic cables

installing 22

removing 24

Class A electronic emission notice 71

components, major

configuring

serial-port interface 29

switch module 25

T e lnet interface 28

configuring through the W e b

interface 30

Gigabit Ethernet switch module error

LED

configuring, GbE switch module 31

connecting

the serial console cable 21

critical errors 39

handling

fiber-optic cables 22

handling static-sensitive devices 10

CX4 cable

cabling 21

identification labels

information panel 31

initial configuration 31

installation

data transmission rates

default IP address 26

default remote-management mode 25

guidelines

procedure 10

installing

fiber-optic cables 22

installing, options

electronic emission Class A notice 71

enable management

over external ports 28

enabling the external ports 28

error

IP address

LEDs

Gigabit Ethernet switch module

error

indicators

real-time information-panel display 31