Dell EMC PowerSwitch Z9332F-ON Installation Guide March 2022
Summary
Installation guide for the Dell EMC PowerSwitch Z9332F-ON, a high-performance open networking switch (Rev. A04, March 2022). Covers hardware features including 32x 100GbE QSFP28 ports, 2x 10/25GbE SFP28 ports, and management interfaces. Provides detailed rack-mounting instructions, cabling guidance, initial configuration via serial console, ONIE-based OS installation, and LED indicator descriptions. Includes safety precautions and regulatory compliance information. Targeted at data center deployment teams and network infrastructure engineers.
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Dell EMC Power Switch Z9332F-ON Installation Guide March 2022
March 2022 Rev. A04
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Dell EMC Power Switch Z9332F-ON Installation Guide March 2022 March 2022 Rev. A04
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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 d...
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Contents Chapter 1: About this guide........................................................................................................... Related documents..........................................
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Chapter 7: Management ports..................................................................................................... RJ45 console port access..................................................
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About this guide This guide provides site preparation recommendations, step-by-step procedures for rack mounting and desk mounting your switch, inserting modules, and connecting to a power source. CAU...
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Information symbols This book uses the following information symbols: NOTE: The Note icon signals important operational information. CAUTION: The Caution icon signals information about situations that...
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The Z9332F-ON switch The following sections describe Z9332F-ON switch: Topics: Introduction Features Physical dimensions LED display Prerequisites Z9332F-ON switch configurations Luggage tag Introduct...
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Table 1. Port breakout (continued) Port Size Breakout SFP+ 1G & 10 G 1. Thirty-two 400 Gb E QSFP56-DD ports 2. Two 10 Gb E SFP+ ports 3. LED Status Icons 4. RJ45 console port 5. USB Type A 6. Lugg...
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Physical dimensions The Z9332F-ON switch have the following physical dimensions: 17.26 x 25.88 x 1.70 inches (W x D x H) 438.5 x 657.5 x 43.1 mm (W x D x H) LED display The Z9332F-ON switch includes L...
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Table 2. Z9332F-ON switch LED behavior (continued) LED Description Solid yellow—Any one fan is absent or any fan status not in a normal status Power Supply LED Off—No power Solid green—Normal operatio...
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Z9332F-ON switch configurations You can order the Z9332F-ON switch in several different configurations. Z9332F-ON AC Normal Airflow switch—one U, 32 x 400 Gb E QSFP56-DD ports, two SFP+ ports, two AC ...
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Site preparations The Z9332F-ON switch is suitable for installation as part of a common bond network (CBN). You can install the switch in: Network telecommunication facilities Data centers Other locat...
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Rack mounting When you prepare your equipment rack, ensure that the rack is grounded. Ground the equipment rack to the same ground point the power service in your area uses. The ground path must be pe...
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NOTE: Module power is software that is controlled. You do not see module LEDs when the switch powers up in ONIE. Storing components If you do not install your Z9332F-ON switch and components immediate...
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Z9332F-ON switch installation To install the Z9332F-ON switch, complete the installation procedures in the order presented in this chapter. Always handle the switch and components with care. Avoid dro...
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Ground cable To attach a ground cable to the switch, use the included M4 screws. NOTE: For an AC-powered switch, although the third conductor of the AC power cable provides a ground path, Dell Technol...
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Rail installation Complete the switch installation in the following order: 1. Attach the inner rails to the switch. 2. Attach the outer rails to the four-post rack. 3. Slide the switch into the rack. ...
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5. Line up the inner rail with the mounting heads on the switch and attach the rail to the switch. Slide the rail back until it locks into place. 6. Repeat with the second rail. NOTE: For the outer ra...
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8. Push the outer rail toward the backside of the rack until the rear tabs snap into the rack. The white latch snaps into place in back of the rack post. 9. Start with the outer-rail front tabs in fro...
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To remove the switch, loosen the thumbscrews, lift the rail latch, and slide the switch forward. After the switch is almost removed, slide the white-plastic lever towards the thumbscrews to unlock and...
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Switch start-up Supply power to the Z9332F-ON switch after it is mounted in a rack or cabinet. Dell Technologies recommends reinspecting your switch before powering it up. Verify the following: Option...
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For detailed installation instructions, see Z9332F-ON switch installation. If you are using the fan trays or PSUs from the removed switch, reinsert them in the replacement switch. 7. Connect all the c...
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Power supplies The Z9332F-ON switch ships with two AC power supplies that support air-flow from the I/O to the PSU. From the PSU-side of the switch, PSU1 is on the right side; PSU2 is on the left side...
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CAUTION: Remove the power cable from the PSU before removing the PSU. Also, do not connect the power cable before you insert the PSU in the switch. PSU LEDs Solid green—Input is OK. Flashing yellow—Th...
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NOTE: If a PSU fails, you must replace the entire unit. There are no field serviceable components in the PSU. To request a hardware replacement, see https://www.dell.com/support/. NOTE: If you use a s...
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The Z9332F-ON switch comes from the factory with two PSUs and seven fan modules that are installed in the switch. Fan module airflow is from the I/O to the PSU or from the PSU to the I/O. The fan modu...
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Fan module installation The fan modules in the Z9332F-ON switch are field replaceable. CAUTION: DO NOT mix airflow directions. All fans must use the same airflow direction—reverse or normal. If you mi...
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Management ports The Z9332F-ON switch provides three ports for management and one USB flash drive mount for file transfers. NOTE: The output examples in this section are for reference only. Your outpu...
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ONIE:/mnt # fdisk -l For internal storage: Disk /dev/sda: 15.8 GB, 15829303296 bytes 255 heads, 63 sectors/track, 1924 cylinders Units = cylinders of 16065 * 512 = 8225280 bytes Device Boot Start End ...
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Before you install an operating system NOTE: Before you install an operating system, ensure that the switch has the most current ONIE and firmware version. To upgrade your switch, go the Drivers and D...
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ONIE service discovery Check your switch To confirm that ONIE is working properly, use the onie-sysinfo command. Run the onie-sysinfo command at the ONIE prompt. ONIE:/ # onie-sysinfo x86_64-dell_<...
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Specifications This section lists the Z9332F-ON switch specifications. CAUTION: Operate the product at an ambient temperature not higher than 45°C (113°F). NOTE: For Ro HS information, see Restricted ...
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Table 6. Environmental parameters (continued) Parameter Specifications Maximum operational altitude 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) Maximum non-operational altitude 35,000 feet (10,668 meters) Shock Dell E...
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Figure 2. Canadian Department of Communication Statement European Union EMC directive conformance statement This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/...
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Korean certification of compliance Korean certification of compliance Korean package label Safety standards and compliance agency certifications CUS UL 60950-1, 2nd Edition Meets or exceeds Hi Pot and...
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Electromagnetic compatibility Emissions International: CISPR32: Class A Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS CISPR 32: Class A Canada: ICES-003, Issue-4, Class A Europe: EN55032: CISPR 32: Class A Internatio...
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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 W...
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Dell EMC support The Dell EMC support site provides documents and tools to help you effectively use Dell EMC equipment and mitigate network outages. Through the support site you can obtain technical i...
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| Brand | Dell |
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| Pages | 38 |
| File Size | 1.24 MB |
| Published | June 26, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access technical support for this switch?
Visit www.dell.com/support/, enter the 7-character Service Tag or 11-digit express service code, and click Technical Support.
Where is the Service Tag located on the device?
The Service Tag is found on the pull-out tag, also known as a luggage tag.
What should be done with end-of-life electrical equipment?
Do not dispose of it as unsorted waste; use the collection framework for return, recycling, and recovery.