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 Contents
Preliminary Activity Tasks .......................................................................................................3
Read, understand, and perform these tasks.................................................................................................3

Dell EMC ECS Switch Replacement S5148F ON Switch .......................................................5

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Preliminary Activity Tasks
This section may contain tasks that you must complete before performing this procedure.

Read, understand, and perform these tasks

1. Table 1 lists tasks, cautions, warnings, notes, and/or knowledgebase (KB) solutions that you need to
be aware of before performing this activity. Read, understand, and when necessary perform any
tasks contained in this table and any tasks contained in any associated knowledgebase solution.

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Dell EMC ECS Switch Replacement S5148F ON Switch

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bottom will be the page number of the entire procedure.

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S5148F ON Switch

Dell EMC ECS Switch Replacement

S5148-F-ON switch replacement guide

Rev. 2.1
June 2021
This guide provides details of the S5148-F-ON switch replacement.

• Overview.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................2
• Pre-Site Tasks........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
• Tools............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
• Caveats....................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
• Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage..............................................................................................................................................3
• Identifying the rack containing the defective FRU..........................................................................................................................................3
• Connect the service laptop to the EX- Series rack.........................................................................................................................................5
• Verify Node to Switch Connections ...................................................................................................................................................................6
• Save Customer Configuration to USB................................................................................................................................................................ 8
• Power Off and removing the switch................................................................................................................................................................... 9
• Unpack the Replacement Switch....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
• Transfer SFP Modules............................................................................................................................................................................................11
• Transfer Rails............................................................................................................................................................................................................11
• Physically Install Replacement Switch...............................................................................................................................................................12
• Upgrade switch to version 10.4.3.6C1............................................................................................................................................................... 13
• Load Customer Configuration File......................................................................................................................................................................15
• Install Cables............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16
• System Check..........................................................................................................................................................................................................21
• Appendix A: Update to the latest supported Dell switch firmware........................................................................................................... 22
• Appendix B: Manual ONIE Install (If rack switches are at 10.4.3.6 or 10.4.3.6C1)................................................................................ 24
• Replacing a S5148-F-ON switch........................................................................................................................................................................ 26
• Unpacking the S5148F-ON switch.................................................................................................................................................................... 26
• Removing the S5148F-ON switch from the rack...........................................................................................................................................27
• Transfer the inner rails..........................................................................................................................................................................................27
• Installing the replacement S5148F-ON switch into the cabinet ............................................................................................................... 28

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Overview
Use the following procedure to replace either or both of the 25 GbE front-end (Rabbit or Hare) and back-end (fox and Hound)
in an ECS rack. The front end switches are the top two, and the back end switches are the bottom two in the four switch
cluster in EX-Series.

Pre-Site Tasks
Carry out the following presite tasks, which include downloading the firmware files and copying the ECS factory configuration
files.

About this task

The following list identifies the tasks that must be completed before arriving at the customer site.

Steps
1. Download ECS Switch firmware files from Dell EMC Support (ECS Appliance -> Downloads), which is required when
replacing Dell switches operating ECS software versions 3.4.x.x and above. These firmware files are not available by default
in the local ECS Solve desktop repository.
a. Firmware package for ECS release to support 3.4.x.x ,3.5.x.x, and 3.6.x.x.
b. 3.4.x.x ,3.5.x.x, and 3.6.x.x = ecs-os-firmware-dell-3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.zip = 1.37GB
2. Copy the ECS factory configuration files for the replacement switch to a USB flash drive by performing the following steps:
a. Verify that the flash drive is formatted with MS-DOS or FAT file system.
b. Copy the ECS factory configuration for Dell switches to your USB flash drive.
● Locate the Dell configuration files. These are available in the ECS SolVe generator from one of the following paths:
ECS Tools Folder or C:\ProgramData\EMC\SolVeDesktop\ECS.SOLVE\tools directory.
● Open the ECS_switch_configfiles_vX.X.zip file (where X.X is the latest version).

Tools
This section describes the tools that are required to replace the switch.

Prerequisites
● Service Laptop
● USB Drive to load files to or from
● Serial DB-9 to RJ-45 connector adapter cable. (This cable is provided with every replacement switch.) If the service laptop
does not have a 9-pin connector, you need a USB to serial port adapter
● ESD gloves or ESD wristband
● Philips screwdriver
● Flat headed screwdriver
● Permeate marker and labels

Caveats
This procedure requires the customer to have implemented the 25 GbE front-end switches in a high availability configuration.
If the 10 GbE front-end switches are not configured as high availability, implement the "ECS Rack Shutdown" procedure as
a part of replacing the 25 GbE switches which requires a maintenance window. Estimated time is one hour. See Dell Switch
Firmware Installation.

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Avoiding electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage
While replacing or installing the hardware units, you can inadvertently damage the sensitive electronic circuits in the equipment
by touching them. Electrostatic charge that has accumulated in your body discharges through the circuits. If the air in the work
area is dry, running a humidifier in the work area helps decrease the risk of ESD damage. Follow the procedures as mentioned
below to prevent damage to the equipment:

Steps
1. Provide enough room to work on the equipment.
2. Clear the work site of any unnecessary materials or materials that naturally build up electrostatic charge, such as foam
packaging, foam cups, cellophane wrappers, and similar items.
3. Do not remove the replacement or upgrade units from their anti-static packaging until you are ready to install them.
4. Before you begin the service, gather the ESD kit and all other materials that are required.
5. Once you begin the service, avoid moving away from the work site; otherwise, you may build up an electrostatic charge.
6. Use ESD anti-static gloves or an ESD wristband (with strap).
If you are using an ESD wristband with a strap:
● Attach the clip of the ESD wristband to the ESD bracket or bare metal on a cabinet or rack or enclosure.
● Wrap the ESD wristband around your wrist with the metal button against your skin.
● If a tester is available, test the wristband.
7. If an emergency occurs and the ESD kit is not available, follow the procedures in Emergency Procedures (without an ESD
kit).

Identifying the rack containing the defective FRU

This topic explains in detail about identifying the rack containing the defective FRU.

Steps
1. Locate the ECS rack containing the defective FRU.
Based on the rack PSNT reported in the service request (SR). The rack PSNT serial number is on a black tag in the top area
of the rear of the ECS rack.
2. Identify the switch that needs to be replaced in an EX Series EX300, EX500, or EX3000 rack.
NOTE: The racking is identical for both EX300 and EX500 meaning the switches are in the same U locations on both
systems.

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 Figure 1. Location of Dell S5148 Switches in ECS rack (EX-Series)

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 Figure 2. EX3000

Connect the service laptop to the EX- Series rack

Access an ECS EX-Series rack using the private (192.168.219.xxx) network from a laptop.

Prerequisites
● Access to private network IP addresses (192.168.219.1 to 16 and 192.168.219.101 to 116) are limited to the nodes connected in
the rack backend 1/10/25GbE fox management switch.
● Private.4 (NAN) network IP addresses (169.254.x.x) of all nodes in all racks in the ECS Virtual Data Center (VDC) are
accessible from any node in the ECS VDC once you SSH in to a node using a private IP address (192.168.219.x).
● Access to public network IP addresses for all ECS racks are available once you, SSH to one of the ECS nodes, if security
lockdown is not enabled.
● Two 10/25 GbE Switches Fox and Hound are used for the private network, or Nile Area Network (NAN). For example, node
8 must connect to Hound port 8 and Fox port 8. For more information, see ECS EX Series Hardware Guide.

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About this task
If the switch being replaced is the Fox switch, you must use a Serial Connection:

Steps
1. Connect your service laptop to the VDC.

Option Description
If the cabinet contains a service Open the service shelf, and connect the red network cable to the service laptop.
shelf with a red network cable The red cable connects to port 34 on the fox switch. The fox switch is the bottom
back-end switch in a dual switch configuration.

If the cabinet does not contain a From the rear of the rack, connect directly to either port 34 or 36 on the fox switch,
service shelf with a red network whichever port contains a 1GB SFP.
cable.
If you want to connect a service Locate port 36 on the fox switch. The fox switch is the bottom back-end switch in a
laptop to the rear of the rack. dual switch co-figuration. Port 36 has a 1GB SFP that you can connect your service
laptop to with a Cat6 cable.

Figure 3. Fox Switch

2. Set the network interface on the laptop to the static address 192.168.219.99, subnet mask 255.255.255.0, with no gateway
required.
3. Verify that the temporary network between the laptop and the rack's private management network is functioning by using
the ping command.
NOTE:

If 192.168.219.1 does not answer, try 192.168.219.2. If neither responds, verify the laptop IP or subnet mask, network
connection, and switch port connection. If the service laptop is connected to Dell's VPN, ping to 192.168.219.x does not
return a response.

Verify Node to Switch Connections

This section provides details on how to verify node to switch connections.

Prerequisites
If the Front-End switch (rabbit and hare) is being replaced, verify with the customer if the uplinks to customer network are
configured for each switch and are healthy.

About this task

Perform the following steps:

Steps
1. Execute xDoctor RAP025 to verify no node to switch interfaces (Front-End or Back-End) are down.

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 NOTE: Before running this step, it is recommended to update xDoctor to latest available version.

admin:~> sudo xdoctor --rap=RAP025

Example:
admin:~> sudo xdoctor --rap=RAP025,RAP028
2019-08-14 18:27:16,534: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Initializing xDoctor v4.7-52
...
2019-08-14 18:27:17,224: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Removing orphaned session -
session_1565806279.817
2019-08-14 18:27:17,226: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Removing orphaned session -
session_1565806424.040
2019-08-14 18:27:17,227: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Starting xDoctor
session_1565807236.398 ... (SYSTEM)
2019-08-14 18:27:17,227: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Master Control Check ...
2019-08-14 18:27:17,359: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : xDoctor Composition -
Analyzer(s):ac_interface_check, ac_network
2019-08-14 18:27:17,360: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Session limited to 0:40:00
.
.
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of CRITICAL: 1
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of FIXED: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of ERROR: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of WARNING: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of STATUS: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of VERBOSE: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of REPORT: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,996: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : ---------------------
.
.
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : --------------------------
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Session Report
- xdoctor --report --archive=2019-08-14_182716
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : ---------------
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Session Cleaner
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : ---------------
2019-08-14 18:27:39,984: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Nothing to cleanup
2019-08-14 18:27:39,985: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : ----------------------------
--
2019-08-14 18:27:39,985: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : xDoctor
session_1565807236.398 finished in 0:00:23
2019-08-14 18:27:42,916: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Successful Job:1565807236
Exit Code:132

2. Determine the report archive for the xDoctor session executed in the previous step. admin:~> sudo xdoctor -r |
grep -a1 Latest. For example, Latest Report: xdoctor -r -a 2019-08-14_190658
3. View the latest xDoctor report using the output from the command in previous step. If no errors are reported, continue with
next step. If the errors are on the FE or BE switch pair being updated, the issues should be addressed prior to updating
OS10.
Add the -WC option to display only "Warning and Critical" events.
The following example shows a clean report with no events.

admin:~> sudo xdoctor -r -a 2019-08-14_190658 -WC

Displaying xDoctor Report (2019-08-14_190658) Filter:['CRITICAL’, 'WARNING'] ...

The following example shows a report with an error on Node 3, slave-0 = Front-End rabbit switch network connection down.
If the firmware was being updated on hare, this would cause a loss of access to node 3 through public interfaces.

admin:~> xdoctor -r -a 2019-08-14_190658 -WC Displaying xDoctor Report

(2019-08-14_190658) Filter:['CRITICAL', 'WARNING'] ...
Timestamp = 2019-08-14_190658
Category = platform Source = ip show
Severity = CRITICAL
Node = 169.254.10.3
Message = One or more network interfaces are down or missing
Extra = {'169.254.10.3': ['slave-0']} << Node 3, rabbit switch connection
RAP = RAP025
Solution = 207810

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 The following example shows a report with an error on Node 4, pslave-1 = Back-End hound switch network connection
down. If the firmware was being updated on fox, this would cause a loss of access to node 4 through private interfaces.

Save Customer Configuration to USB

This section provides details on how to save customer configuration for operational, front-end switches.

Prerequisites
If either the switch that is being replaced has failed, or there is no previous xDoctor backup, ensure to get the latest
configuration file from the customer since you cannot access the switch to pull the configuration file.

About this task

If the switch is still active, perform the following:

Steps
1. Check if there is a recent xDoctor backup. Run:
The switch config can be loaded from plain text or xml.

admin@provo-diamond:~> cd /var/log/hardware
admin@provo-diamond:/var/log/hardware> ls -l
total 264
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 26558 Oct 31 22:12 fox.rack-backup
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 26558 Oct 31 22:12 fox.rack-backup.previous
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 17739 Oct 31 22:11 hare.rack-backup
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 17739 Oct 31 22:11 hare.rack-backup.previous
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 24555 Oct 31 22:12 hound.rack-backup
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 24555 Oct 31 22:12 hound.rack-backup.previous
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 17736 Oct 31 22:12 rabbit.rack-backup
-rw-r--r-- 1 root root 17736 Oct 31 22:12 rabbit.rack-backup.previous

2. If no xDcotor backup exists, back up the switch license and configuration files: Run:

admin@chicago-green:~> sudo updateDell -d license fox.rack

Enter password for local ECS user (admin):
Enter admin password for fox.rack switch:
Connected to fox.rack
Switch IP Model# Current Ver License Status Upgrade Needed
fox.rack S5248F-ON 10.5.1.2.167 48 day(s) left False
Starting download of license
Download to license.fox.rack.2020-11-06.0045.lic completed.
-d will accept any of the following options "running-configuration, startup-
configuration, license, all

3. Run the following command:

admin@provo-blush:~> sudo updateDell -d startup-configuration fox.rack

Enter password for local ECS user (admin):

Enter admin password for fox.rack switch:
Connected to fox.rack
Switch IP Model# Current Ver License Status Upgrade Needed
fox.rack S5148F-ON 10.4.3.6.244 Active False
Starting download of startup-configuration
Download to startup-configuration.fox.rack.2020-12-11.1803.xml completed.

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Power Off and removing the switch
This topic describes the steps how to remove the switch and replace it.

Prerequisites
If the switch is already dead, powering off is not necessary.

About this task

Perform the following steps to remove the switch physically from the rack:

Steps
1. From the front of the rack, unplug both the AC power cords from the switch.
2. Push the ends of each power cord through the large hole that is present in front of each rail assembly, so that it enables you
to slide the switch forward.
3. From the rear of the rack, disconnect all the network cables on the switch that must be replaced and label any unlabeled
cables.
Note: Do not disconnect any cable that is not labeled to ensure proper reconnection later.
4. Loosen the thumb screws, and remove the rack screws.
5. Pull the switch out of the rack, and place it near the replacement switch. (See Figure b)
a. To remove simultaneously, press in the two side-release bars on the switch and slide the switch forward.
6. If you are using the fan trays or PSUs in the replacement switch, remove them from the switch.

Figure 4. Fig.a Removing Middle Screws

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 Figure 5. Fig.b Removing the Switch from Rack

Unpack the Replacement Switch

This topic lists the steps to unpack a replacement switch.

Prerequisites
Before unpacking the switch, inspect the container and immediately report in case of any evidence of damage.

About this task

While unpacking the switch, ensure that the following items are included:
● One S5148F-ON switch
● One RJ-45 to DB-9 female cable
● Two sets of rail kits; no tools required
● Two PSUs
● Four fan units
● Two AC power cords; country or region specific
● S5148F-ON Setup Guide
● Safety and Regulatory Information
● Warranty and Support Information

Steps
1. Place the container on a clean, flat surface and cut all straps securing the container.
2. Open the container, or remove the container top.
3. Carefully remove the switch from the container and place it on a secure and clean ESD surface.
4. Remove all packing material.
5. Inspect for damage.

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Transfer SFP Modules
Transfer any optical SFP modules from the switch ports in the faulted switch to the same numbered switch ports in the
replacement switch.

About this task

For each optical SFP module in a port on the faulted switch, perform the following:

Steps
1. Remove the optical SFP module as shown in the figure.
a. On the SFP module, gently pull down on the spring release latch up.
b. While still holding onto the latch, gently pull out the SFP module.

Figure 6. Removing an Optical SFP Module

2. On the replacement switch, install the optical SFP module in the port with the same number as the port from which you
removed it (as shown in the figure).
a. On the SFP module, push the spring release latch up.
b. Align the replacement SFP module with the switch port.
c. Slide the SFP module into the switch port until it is securely connected.

Figure 7. Installing an Optical SFP Module in a Port

Transfer Rails
Transfer the inner rails from the faulted switch to the replacement switch.

About this task

Perform the following steps:

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Steps
1. Unscrew the four screws attaching each inner rail to the faulted switch.
2. Attach the inner switch rails to the S5148F-ON switch. Line up the rail with the mounting heads and attach the rail to the
switch. Slide the rail back until it locks into place. The following figure shows the detail of the front standoff with the locking
tab.

Figure 8. Attaching Inner Rail to Switch Assembly

Physically Install Replacement Switch

This section describes how to physically install replacement switch.

About this task

To install the switch in the rack, perform the following:

Steps
1. After installing both switch rails, line them up on the previously mounted ReadyRails and slide the switch in until it is flush
with front of rack. To keep the switch from inadvertently sliding out of the rack and falling, about 3 inches before you fully
insert your switch, the rail locking feature engages.

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 Figure 9. Installing the Switch Assembly in the Rack

2. Tighten the two thumbscrews and rack screws (as shown in the figure).
3. Connect the AC power cables to the switch and power it on.
NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT ANY OTHER CABLES BESIDE.

4. Firmly tighten the two small screws that you previously installed on front of each rail.
5. Before proceeding, if the new switch has an operating system installed, run the "show version" to determine which version
of OS10 is running.

Upgrade switch to version 10.4.3.6C1

Use this procedure only when you are doing a fresh installation of a replacement switch that has an OS10 version of 10.4
or higher, and all other options are not available. If the other switches on the system are currently at 10.3.2, disregard this
procedure. Continue to "Load Customer Configuration File."

Prerequisites
Ensure that you have the following materials and carry out the following tasks before you start the switch upgrade:
● Service Laptop onsite.
● Serial DB–9 to RJ–45 connector adapter cable. Dell EMC provides this cable with every replacement switch. If the service
laptop has no 9-pin connector, you will need a USB to serial port adapter. (onsite for troubleshooting - Optional)
● PuTTY and SCP tools installed on your service laptop. This software allows you to establish SSH terminal sessions and copy
firmware files from laptop to ECS nodes.

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● Determine the default service login user/password on nodes and switches. The ECS Service User Access document provides
for more information on default service login passwords. If the CLI user or password is changed from the default, contact
the administrator for details.
● We recommend that you check the x.509v2 certification status of the pair switch to validate if it is either patched or running
10.4.3.6C1 code that contains the latest x.509v3 certificate. See ecs-ex-series-dell-os10-switch-certificate-renewal for more
details.

Steps
1. Connect service laptop to serial connection of the switch. Create PuTTy serial connection with the following settings:
Data Bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Baud rate: 115200
Hardware flow control: none
2. Log into the switch with the OS10 default credentials
The default login credentials are admin/admin.
3. Verify switch OS10 version. Run: OS10# show version
Output such as the following appears:

OS10# show version

Dell EMC Networking OS10 Enterprise
Copyright (c) 1999-2018 by Dell Inc. All Rights Reserved.
OS Version: 10.3.2E(R3)
Build Version: 10.3.2E(R3).169
Build Time: 2018-07-27T03:51:37-0700
System Type: S5148F-ON
Architecture: x86_64
Up Time: 08:07:30

4. Validate that the replacement switch has version 10.4.3.6C1 downloaded to the image partition. Run: OS10# dir image

OS10# dir image

Directory contents for folder: image
Date (modified) Size (bytes) Name
--------------------- ------------ ------------------------------------------
2021-06-14T17:40:15Z 502912136 PKGS_OS10-Enterprise-10.4.3.6C1.244stretchinstaller-
x86_64.bin

If the image is not downloaded, refer to Appendix B, "Manual ONIE Install."

5. Update the switch OS10 version to 10.4.3.6C1: Run:

OS10# image install image://PKGS_OS10-Enterprise-10.4.3.6C1.244stretch-

installerx86_64.bin

6. Check the image install process was successful. Run: OS10# show image status
Output such as the following appears:

OS10# show image status

Image Upgrade State: idle
==================================================
File Transfer State: idle
--------------------------------------------------
State Detail: Completed:
Task Start: 2021-06-14T17:39:45Z
Task End: 2021-06-14T17:40:15Z
Transfer Progress: 100 %
Transfer Bytes: 502912136 bytes
File Size: 502912136 bytes
Transfer Rate: 16763 kbps
Installation State: idle
--------------------------------------------------
State Detail: Completed: Success

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 Task Start: 2021-06-15T01:46:19Z
Task End: 2021-06-15T01:51:06Z

If this step was not successful, reload the switch and attempt again. Subsequent failures would require an ONIE install of the
OS10.

7. Boot into the new OS10 installation. Run: OS10# boot system standby
8. Confirm that the next boot is the standby partition. Run: OS10# show boot
Output such as the following appears:

OS10# show boot

Current system image information:
===================================
Type Boot Type Active Standby Next-Boot
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Node-id 1 Flash Boot [A] 10.3.2E(R3) [B] 10.4.3.6C1 [B] standby

If the output does now show the node in standby, repeat step 7.
9. Reload the switch. Run: OS10# reload
Output such as the following appears. When prompted, enter y to reboot the system:

OS10# reload
Proceed to reboot the system? [confirm yes/no]:y

10. After the switch has reloaded, validate the running OS version. Run: OS10# show version
Output such as the following appears:

OS10# show version

Dell EMC Networking OS10-Enterprise
Copyright (c) 1999-2019 by Dell Inc. All Rights Reserved.
OS Version: 10.4.3.6C1
Build Version: 10.4.3.6C1.244
Build Time: 2019-08-19T17:26:44-0700
System Type: S5148F-ON
Architecture: x86_64
Up Time: 00:01:49

11. Copy 10.4.3.6C1 to the other partition. Run: OS10# image copy active-to-standby

Load Customer Configuration File

If a front-end switch that is being replaced, the customer might have their own configuration. Sometimes, they might not have
their own configuration, in which case you must use the default configuration files on SolVe.

Prerequisites
● Customer supplied configuration file on USB
Or
● Default Configuration file
○ 10.3.2 or 10.4.3.6/10.4.3.6C1 switch config file:
Locate the switch config file at the following locations:
￭ Go to https://solveonline.emc.com/ and then Tools ECS_switch_configfiles_vx, x.zip file.
￭ online https://solveonline.emc.com/ solve/home/15 version
￭ Configuration .xml files provided by the administrator.

○ Ensure that you use the v1.0 config for the appropriate switches for 10.3.2 version, and v2.0 config for
10.4.3.6/10.4.3.6C1 version.
Default: Tools -> ECS_switch_configfiles_vx, x.zip file in ECS Solve Desktop or online (https://solveonline.emc.com/solve/
home/15 version).

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About this task
Perform the following steps:

Steps
1. Connect service laptop to serial connection of the switch. Create PuTTy serial connection with the following settings and
login with the default OS10 credentials (admin/admin).

Data Rate: 115200

Data Bits: 8 Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Hardware flow control: none

2. Take the customer configuration file that was loaded on to the USB from the old switch or received by the customer and
copy it to the new replacement switch.
3. Using the following command, copy the configuration file:
OS10#copy usb://<filename>.xml config://startup.xml
4. Reload the switch.

# reload
Proceed to reboot the system? [confirm yes/no]: yes

Install Cables
This section provides the steps to install cables.

About this task

Once the switch is rebooted, perform the following:

Steps
1. Cable up the switch using the labels, making sure that each cable is inserted into the correct port.
Dell EMC offers an optional HA pair of front-end 25 GbE S5148F switches for customer network connection to the rack with
two 100 GbE virtual link trunking (VLT) cables per HA pair. These switches are referred to as the Hare (FE2) and Rabbit
(FE1) switches. Customers can use their own front-end switch pair (10/25 GbE for EX300 and 25 GbE for EX500 and
EX3000) through the Dell EMC Request for Product Qualification (RPQ) process. In this case, the customer must provide
the appropriate VLT cables, SFPs, or external connection cables.

Figure 10. Hare and Rabbit Switches

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Table 1. Optional Front-End Switch Pair Port Descriptions
Switch Port Number Description

Hare 1–16 Data network ports that are connected to nodes (10/25 GbE)
17–40 Not designated
41–48 Customer uplink ports (10/25GbE)
49–50 VLT ports (100 GbE)
51–54 Customer uplink ports (100 GbE)
Rabbit 1–16 Data network ports that are connected to nodes (10/25 GbE)
17–40 Not designated
41–48 Customer uplink ports (10/25GbE)
49–50 VLT ports (100 GbE)
51–54 Customer uplink ports (100 GbE)

Dell EMC provides two 25 GbE S5148F back-end switches (BE1 and BE2) with two 100 GbE VLT cables. These switches are
referred to as the Hound (BE2) and Fox (BE1) switches. In the following diagram, all labeled ports relate to an ECS virtual
data center (VDC) in which all racks or nodes are EX-Series (Gen3 hardware), except for ports 39 and 40. Ports 39 and 40
are only used in the scenario where there is Gen2 hardware series integration with EX-Series hardware in the VDC. When
Gen2 hardware is mixed with EX-Series hardware, ports 39 and 40 are the only ports that are used for connectivity. All
iDRAC cables from nodes and all front-end switch management cable connections route to the Fox (BE1) switch.

Figure 11. Back End Switch Pair

Table 2. Back-End Switch Pair Port Descriptions

Switch Port Number Descriptions

Hound 1–16 Private network ports that are connected to nodes (10/25 GbE)
17–40 Not designated
41–44 In from EX-Series rack, when the ECS system has more than one rack
(10/25 GbE).
45–48 Out to EX-Series rack when the ECS system has more than one rack (10/25
GbE).
49–50 VLT ports (100 GbE)
51–54 Not designated (100 GbE)
Fox 1–16 Private network ports that are connected to nodes (10/25 GbE)

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 Table 2. Back-End Switch Pair Port Descriptions (continued)
17–32 iDRAC ports
33 To Rabbit (FE1) switch
34 To service tray in front
35 To Hare (FE2) switch
36 Open for rear service connectivity.
37–38 Not designated
39 In from Gen2 Turtle switch
40 Out to Gen2 Turtle switch
41–44 In from EX-Series rack, when the ECS system has more than one rack
(10/25 GbE).
45–48 Out to EX-Series rack when the ECS system has more than one rack (10/25
GbE).
49–50 VLT ports (100 GbE)
51–54 Not designated (100 GbE)

The front-end switch management ports connect to back-end switch ports through two CAT6 cable and two 1GBaseT SFP.
These two cables and two SFP are used for Dell EMC switches. If you are deploying in a third-party rack with customer
switches, or using customer switches in a Dell EMC rack, these two cables and two SFP are not required. The connections
between the front-end switch ports and back-end switch ports are as follows:
● Hare (FE2) to Fox (BE1)
● l Rabbit (FE1) to Fox (BE1)
The connections are shown with green lines in the following diagram:

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Figure 12. Connections between FE and BE switches with an EX-series rack

For back-end switch connections between EX-Series racks, port 41 on the back-end switches is used for the inbound
connection and port 45 is used for the outbound connection. These ports are used for linear and ring topology rack-to-rack
connectivity. For more information, see "Network connections between multiple ECS appliances in a single site."

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 Figure 13. Back- end switch connections between EX-series racks

Figure 14. Front- end switch connections between EX-series racks

2. Once all the cables are connected, verify they are seated correctly by pulling gently on the cables.

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System Check
Once the switch is cabled, the final step is to run the verification checks.

Steps
1. ssh and log into node 1.
2. Execute xdoctor RAP025, RAP73 and RAP92 to validate both the Front-End (FE) and Back-End (BE) switches
# sudo xdoctor --rap=RAP025,RAP073,RAP092 For example:

# sudo xdoctor --rap=RAP025,RAP073,RAP092

2019-08-14 18:27:16,534: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Initializing xDoctor v4.7-52 ...
2019-08-14 18:27:17,224: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Removing orphaned session
session_1565806279.817
2019-08-14 18:27:17,226: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Removing orphaned session
session_1565806424.040
2019-08-14 18:27:17,227: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Starting xDoctor
session_1565807236.398 ... (SYSTEM)
2019-08-14 18:27:17,227: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Master Control Check ... 2019-08-14
18:27:17,359: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : xDoctor Composition -
Analyzer(s): ac_interface_check, ac_dell_switch, ac_bond_check
.
.
.
2019-08-14 18:27:17,360: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Session limited to 0:40:00 . .
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of CRITICAL: 1 2019-08-14
18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of FIXED: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of ERROR: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of WARNING: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of STATUS: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of VERBOSE: 0
2019-08-14 18:27:36,988: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Number of REPORT: 0 2019-08-14
18:27:36,996: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : --------------------. .
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : -------------------------2019-08-14
18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Session Report - xdoctor --report --
archive=2019-08-14_182716
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : ---------------
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Session Cleaner
2019-08-14 18:27:39,967: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : ---------------
2019-08-14 18:27:39,984: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : Nothing to cleanup
2019-08-14 18:27:39,985: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : -----------------------------
2019-08-14 18:27:39,985: xDoctor_4.7-52 - INFO : xDoctor session_1565807236.398
finished in 0:00:23

3. Determine the report archive for the xDoctor session executed in the previous step
# sudo xdoctor-r | grep -a1 Latest For example:

Latest Report:
xdoctor -r -a 2019-08-14_190658

4. View the latest xDoctor report using the output from the command in previous step. If no errors are reported, go to next
step. If there are any errors, contact ECS support.
The following example shows a clean report with no events.

# sudo xdoctor -r -a 2019-08-14_19065b

Displaying xDoctor Report (2019-08-14_190658) Filter:[] ...
# sudo xdoctor -r -a 2019-08-14_190658

The following example shows a report with an error on Node 4, psecondary-1 = Back-End hound switch network connection
down. If the firmware was being updated on fox, this would cause a loss of access to node 4 through private interfaces

# sudo xdoctor -r -a 2019-08-14_190658

Displaying xDoctor Report (2019-08-14_190658) Filter:[] ...
Timestamp = 2019-08-14_191606
Category = platform
Source = ip show

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 Severity = CRITICAL
Node = 169.254.1.4
Message = One or more network interfaces are down or missing
Extra = {'169.254.1.4': ['pslave-1'] << Node 4 / hound BE switch connection
RAP = RAP025
Solution = 207810

5. If you are replacing a back end switch, validate all the connections to the aggregation switch are active.

# ssh fox.rack "show port-channel summary | grep 110" Debian GNU/Linux 9

Dell EMC Networking Operating System (OS10) [email protected]'s password:
110 port-channel110 (U) Eth DYNAMIC 1/1/53(P) 1/1/54(P) 1/1/55(P)
1/1/56(P)

Appendix A: Update to the latest supported Dell switch

firmware
For optimal performance, ECS switches run the latest supported firmware version. Use the ECS firmware update tool (fabfit)
in the switch firmware package to update the switch firmware on the ECS system at the customer site based on ECS Version
(locally).

Prerequisites
Review the required items to perform the firmware update:
● Firmware package for ECS release to support 3.4.x.x ,3.5.x.x, and 3.6.x.x
● Example: ecs-os-firmware-dell-3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.zip
● ECS Firmware Update Tool bundled with above firmware .zip file: fabfit

About this task

Perform the following:

Steps
1. Obtain the required ecs-os-firmware-dell-<version>.zip file from:
● ECS Tools folder in SolVe Desktop, or
● C:\ProgramData\EMC\SolVeDesktop\ECS.SOLVE\tools directory
2. Use SCP or WinSCP to copy the "ecs-os-firmware-<version>.zip" file to the "/home/admin" directory on node 1 of the rack
containing the switches that require firmware update:

Example:
ecs-os-firmware-dell-3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.zip
[email protected]:/home/admin

When prompted enter the password for the ECS system admin user.
Output similar to the following displays:

ecs-os-firmware-dell-3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.zip 100% 1202MB 11.1MB/s 01:48

3. Extract the "ecs-os-firmware-<version>.zip" to the "/home/admin/ directory":

admin:~> unzip ecs-os-firmware-dell-3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.zip

Archive: ecs-os-firmware-dell-3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.zip
creating: 3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/
inflating: 3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/fabfit
inflating: 3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/VERSION.firmware
inflating: 3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/MD5SUMS.firmware
inflating: 3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/ecs-os-
setup.x86_64-3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.firmware.tbz

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4. Change to the directory created in previous step:
The following shows an example command. The command reflects the directory name created based on the latest available
firmware package. In this instance, it is 3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61.
cd 3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61

5. Create an installation file that includes the IP address of node 1 only:

# echo 192.168.219.1 > ~/FIRMWARE

6. Run the fabfit command to install the firmware files on node 1 in the rack:

./fabfit -f ~/FIRMWARE install

Output similar to the following displays:

./fabfit -f ~/FIRMWARE install

20210527-080358 Info logging to /opt/emc/firmware.d/3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/log/
20210527-080358.push-status.log
20210527-080359 Info Checking checksums locally
20210527-080405 Info Distributing files to MACHINES list of nodes
20210527-080405 Info Make /opt/emc/firmware.d/3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61 on MACHINES
list of nodes
20210527-080405 Info pushing /home/admin/kala/
3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61
20210527-080423 Info Running fabfit on MACHINES list of nodes

/opt/emc/bin/domulti -f /home/admin/FIRMWARE /opt/emc/firmware.d/

3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/fabfit install

192.168.219.1
========================================
20210527-080423 Info logging to /opt/emc/firmware.d/3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/log/
20210527-080423.local-status.log
20210527-080423 Info Obtaining lock...
20210527-080423 Info Obtained fabfit lock.
20210527-080424 Info Checking checksums of pushed files
20210527-080428 Info Expanding tarball in /opt/emc/firmware.d/
3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61
20210527-080708 Info Upgrade: emc-dell-firmware-3.6-3967.ca5ad563.x86_64.rpm
emc-dell-DELLOS_10_3_xx-3.6-3967.ca5ad563.x86_64.rpm emc-
dell-DELLOS_10_4_xx-3.6-3967.ca5ad563.x86_64.rpm emc-dell-
DELLOS_10_5_xx-3.6-3967.ca5ad563.x86_64.rpm

Done: running /opt/emc/bin/domulti -f /home/admin/FIRMWARE /opt/emc/firmware.d/

3.6.1.2-1590.d5b699f.61/fabfit install

7. Verify that the latest firmware installed correctly:

● Verify that the rpms installed properly. # rpm -qa | grep emc-dell
Output similar to the following displays:

emc-dell-firmware-1.3-3484.5396c74d.x86_64
emc-dell-DELLOS_10_3_xx-1.3-3484.5396c74d.x86_64
emc-dell-DELLOS_10_4_xx-1.3-3484.5396c74d.x86_64

● Verify that the firmware directories installed: # ls /usr/share/emc-dell-firmware/firmware

Output displays the following firmware directories for 3.4.0.0. PKGS_OS10-
Enterprise-10.4.3.6C1.244stretch-installer-x86_64.bin

8. Clean up the firmware installation /tmp files: viprexec -f ~/FIRMWARE 'rm -rf /opt/emc/firmware.d'
9. Return to procedure Task "Updating the switch firmware and patches."

Results
The Dell firmware package Installation is complete.

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Appendix B: Manual ONIE Install (If rack switches are at
10.4.3.6 or 10.4.3.6C1)
If the other switches on the system are currently at 10.3.2, disregard this procedure.

Prerequisites
This method should be used only when a replacement switch has an OS10 version of 10.4 or higher, and all other options are not
available, and switches have to be reinstalled fresh.
● Service Laptop (onsite)
● Serial DB–9 to RJ–45 connector adapter cable (This cable is provided with every replacement switch.) If the service laptop
has no 9-pin connector, you will need a USB to serial port adapter. (onsite for troubleshooting - Optional)
● PuTTY and SCP tools installed on your service laptop. This software allows you to establish SSH terminal sessions and copy
firmware files from laptop to ECS nodes.
● Determine the service login user/password (default) on nodes and switches required engagement. See the ECS Service User
Access document for more information. If the CLI user or password is changed from the default, contact the customer for
details.
● 10.3.2 or 10.4.3.6/10.4.3.6C1 switch config file:
○ Default: Tools -> ECS_switch_configfiles_vx, x.zip file in ECS Solve Desktop or online https://solveonline.emc.com/
solve/home/15 version.
Or
○ Backed Up: Configuration .xml files provided by customer.
● Ensure to use the v1.0 config for the appropriate switches for 10.3.2 version, and v2.0 config for 10.4.3.6/10.4.3.6C1 version.
● Dell Networking OS10 10.3.2 OR 10.4.3.6/10.4.3.6C1 binary. Available on solve in the EX-Series-Switch-OS10-images.zip
bundle.

About this task

To obtain a copy of the switch OS10 license based on Dell Service Tag (DST),

Steps
1. Using the service laptop, format the USB partition to FAT/FAT32.
2. Copy the required PKGS_OS10-Enterprise-10.x.x.x.x-installer-x86_64.bin file, switch default, or customer provided .xml file
for target switch and .file to the USB.
NOTE: This is the bin file within the directory.

3. Connect service laptop to serial connection of the switch. Create PuTTy serial connection with the following settings:
Data Bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
Baud rate: 115200
Hardware flow control: none

4. Log into the switch.

5. Insert the USB stick, and copy the switch license file to the USB stick for backup.

# system "sudo -i cp /mnt/license/*.lic /mnt/usb"

6. Reboot system. During switch reboot, select ONIE from the Grub Menu, then select ONIE: Install operating system.

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 Figure 15. Grub Menu

7. Stop the ONIE discovery process if the device boots to ONIE: Install.

$ onie-discovery-stop

8. Insert USB into target switch USB port on the rear of the switch.
9. Create a USB mount location on the system.

$ mkdir /mnt/media

10. Mount the USB media plugged in the USB port on the device.

$ mount -t vfat /dev/sdb1 /mnt/media

11. Install the software from the USB, where /mnt/media specifies the path where the USB partition is mounted.

$ onie-nos-install /mnt/media/PKGS_OS10-Enterprise-10.x.x.x.x-installer-x86_64.bin

12. Once the switch has booted back into OS10. Log in with the default OS10 switch credentials (admin/admin).
13. Copy the default template .xml file to replace the default config://startup.xml file.

copy usb://<filename>.xml config://startup.xml

14. Install switch license.

OS10# license install usb://<ServiceTag>.lic

15. Verify license status:

System Information
---------------------------------------------------------
Vendor Name : Dell EMC
Product Name : S5148F-ON
Hardware Version : A00
Platform Name : x86_64-dellemc_s5100_c2538-r0
PPID : CN0DR3YRCES008BD0019
Service Tag : 8D000Q2
Product Base :

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 Product Serial Number:
Product Part Number :
License Details
----------------
Software : OS10-Enterprise
Version : 10.4.3.6C1
License Type : PERPETUAL
License Duration: Unlimited
License Status : Active
License location: /mnt/license/8D000Q2.lic
---------------------------------------------------------

16. Reload switch.

# reload
Proceed to reboot the system? [confirm yes/no]

NOTE: After reboot, you must reapply any customer-specific modifications that were made to the default switch
template configuration.

Replacing a S5148-F-ON switch

About this task

The following steps describe removing and replacing a switch. For further assistance when replacing a switch, contact your Dell
EMC support representative.
NOTE: ESD damage can occur when components are mishandled. Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground
strap when handling the switch and accessories. After you remove the original packaging, place the switch and components
on an anti-static surface.

Steps
1. Back up the switch configuration to your back-up computer or laptop TFTP server.
copy running-config tftp://hostip/filepath
To establish a console connection to the switch CLI, assign an IP address on the switch network.

2. Disconnect the power source.

3. Label and remove all cables.

Unpacking the S5148F-ON switch

This topic lists the steps of unpacking the S5148F-ON switch.

NOTE: Before unpacking the switch, inspect the container and immediately report any evidence of damage.

When unpacking the switch, make sure that the following items are included:
● One S5148F-ON switch
● One RJ-45 to DB-9 female cable
● Two sets of rail kits; no tools required
● Two PSUs
● Four fan units
● Two AC power cords; country or region specific
● S5148F-ON Setup Guide
● Safety and Regulatory Information
● Warranty and Support Information
1. Place the container on a clean, flat surface and cut all straps securing the container.

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2. Open the container or remove the container top.
3. Carefully remove the switch from the container and place it on a secure and clean surface.
4. Remove all packing material.
5. Inspect the product and accessories for damage.

Removing the S5148F-ON switch from the rack

Steps
1. At the rear of the cabinet, unfasten the two mounting screws that secure the switch to the rear of the cabinet.
2. Simultaneously press in the two side-release bars on the switch and pull the switch out of the cabinet. Place the switch on a
clean, static-free surface.
3. If you are using the fan trays or PSUs in the replacement switch, remove them from the switch.

Transfer the inner rails

The two inner rails are transferred from the faulted switch to the replacement switch.

Steps
1. On each side of the switch, pull outward on the rail locking tab that secures the inner rail to the shoulder stud. Slide the
inner rail forward to release it from the four shoulder posts on the switch.
2. On each side of the replacement switch, align the inner rail over the shoulder studs on the switch.

Figure 16. Installing switch rail

3. Slide the inner rail back until it locks into place.

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Installing the replacement S5148F-ON switch into the
cabinet
This topic lists the steps to install the replacement S5148F-ON switch into the cabinet.

Steps
1. Line up the inner rails with the previously-mounted rails.
2. Slide the switch in until it is flush with the front of the rack.

Figure 17. Installing an S5148F-ON switch

About 3 inches before you fully insert your system, the rail locking feature engages to keep the switch from inadvertently
sliding out of the rack and falling.
3. Tighten the two thumb screws and rack screws.
4. If you are using the fan trays or PSUs from the removed switch, reinsert them in the replacement switch.
5. Reconnect all removed cables.
6. Confirm that the software version of the replacement switch is the same as the previously installed switch using the
following command:
show os-version
If the software versions do not match, upgrade the replacement switch software using the procedure included with the
firmware download.
7. Copy the backed-up switch configuration to the new switch using the following command:
copy tftp://hostip/filepath running-config
8. Power on the switch.

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Notes, cautions, and warnings

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your product.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the
problem.

WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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