Dell PowerConnect B-RX Getting Started Guide
Summary
This Getting Started Guide covers Dell PowerConnect B-RX Series switches (Models BI-RX-4, BI-RX-8, BI-RX-16). It provides installation instructions for four-slot and eight-slot chassis configurations, covering required items, chassis overview, hardware components, and initial setup procedures. The guide includes safety warnings and cautions. Target users are network engineers installing Dell PowerConnect B-RX Series switches.
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53-1001682-03 July 7, 2010
Power Connect™ B-RX
Series Getting Started Guide
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53-1001682-03 July 7, 2010 Power Connect™ B-RX Series Getting Started Guide
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Notes Cautions and Warnings NOTE A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer. CAUTION A Caution statement alerts you to situations that can be potentially ha...
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In this guide •Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 •Four-slot chassis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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Four-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the Power Connect B-RX Series four-slot chassis and components location: Interface slot 2 Interface slot 3 Switch fabric slot 2 Management slot 1 Swi...
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Eight-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the Power Connect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis and components location. Interface slot 1 Interface slot 8 Interface slot 2 Management slot 1 Inter...
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16-slot chassis The following figure illustrates the Power Connect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis and components location. Interface slot 1 Interface slot 13 Interface slot 2 Interface slot 14 Interface ...
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Items required for installation This document describes how to set up the Power Connect B-RX series and mount into 19-inch equipment racks using the brackets built onto each chassis. To center mount t...
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Eight-slot chassis Up to two management modules (one active and one redundant). Up to three switch fabric modules. Up to eight interface modules. Up to four power supplies (AC or DC). 16-slot chassis ...
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Safety guidelines Before proceeding with installation, please read the cautions and warnings that apply to the Power Connect B-RX Series. General precautions DANGER The procedures in this manual are f...
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Power precautions CAUTION Use a separate branch circuit for each AC power cord, which provides redundancy in case one of the circuits fails. CAUTION Make sure to choose the appropriate circuit device,...
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CAUTION Ensure that the device does not overload the power circuits, wiring, and over-current protection. To determine the possibility of overloading the supply circuits, add the ampere (amp) ratings ...
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Unpacking the Power Connect B-RX Series The Power Connect B-RX Series ships with several items. Review the list below, and verify the contents. If any items are missing, contact the place of purchase:...
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Installing a Power Connect B-RX Series chassis in a rack This section describes the following tasks: “Rack mount kits” “Preparing to mount a chassis in a rack” “Removing extra shipment screws” “Mounti...
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Removing extra shipment screws The Power Connect B-RX Series four-slot and eight-slot chassis ships with two extra screws installed in the right side of the chassis. These screws secure the fan tray, ...
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FIGURE 5 Positioning the screws in a rack 3. Starting with the chassis that you want to mount in the lowest position in the rack, mount the chassis in the rack as shown in Figure 6 (four-slot and eigh...
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FIGURE 7 Mounting the Power Connect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis in a rack 4. Slide the chassis down so that the screw heads are in the narrow portion of the keyhole slots. 5. Tighten the screws to sec...
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Table 2 provides the chassis slot numbers into which you must install the modules. Markings for the chassis slots appear at the base of the slots. TABLE 2 Power Connect B-RX Series installation Power ...
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Interface module FIGURE 8 Installing a module in a Power Connect B-RX Series four-slot chassis Management module FIGURE 9 Installing a module in a Power Connect B-RX Series eight-slot chassis Power Co...
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Interface module FIGURE 10 Installing a module in a Power Connect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis NOTE When inserting the module into the chassis, make sure that the faceplate does not overlap with the fa...
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Installing power supplies The Power Connect B-RX Series accommodates multiple power supplies (AC or DC). Following are specifications for the different models: Four-slot chassis - Accommodates three p...
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Power supply FIGURE 11 Installing power supply in a Power Connect B-RX Series four-slot chassis 5. For the eight-slot and 16-slot chassis, follow these steps while referring to Figure 12 or Figure 13 ...
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Power supply Release latch FIGURE 13 Installing a power supply in a Power Connect B-RX Series 16-slot chassis 6. For information about connecting power to the chassis, refer to “Connecting AC power” o...
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Connecting DC power You can use a DC power source for the Power Connect B-RX Series chassis. This is supported through use of a DC-to-DC power supply. DC power must be supplied at 48 V and 30 A. The D...
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#8 AWG power supply wire FIGURE 16 Crimping the power supply wire in the lug 4. Re-attach the transparent cover over the power supply lugs that was removed in Step 1. 5. Connect the wire to your DC po...
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Attaching a PC or terminal to the Console port or Ethernet port The management module’s Console port (which has a male DB-9 serial connector), and 10Base T/100Base TX Ethernet port (which has an RJ-45...
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2. If your power source is AC, attach one end of a Dell-supplied AC power cord to the AC power supply as described in “Connecting AC power” on page 22. Insert the other end into a 115V or 120V wall ou...
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Displaying the module status After you have attached a PC or terminal to the management module’s Console port or Ethernet port and the Power Connect B-RX Series switch has initialized successfully, pr...
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To assign a password for a user account: Big Iron RX (config)#username sandy password [Enter] Enter password: ******** Press the Enter key for [Enter]. Enter a password such as Tes T12$! that contains...
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Configuring IP addresses The Power Connect B-RX Series switches implement separate data and control planes. This architecture affects how you assign IP addresses. Table 3 outlines the interfaces to wh...
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2. Enter the following command at the Privileged EXEC level prompt (for example, Big Iron RX#), then press Enter. This command erases the factory test configuration if still present: Big Iron RX# eras...
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4. Configure the IP address and sub-net mask for Ethernet interface 1/1 by entering the following commands: Big Iron RX(config)# interface ethernet 1/1 Big Iron RX(config-if-e10000-1/1)# ip address 19...
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To connect a Power Connect B-RX Series switch to another network device, you must do the following: Install the fiber optic modules Cable the fiber optic modules Refer to your hardware installation gu...
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| Brand | Dell |
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| Pages | 32 |
| File Size | 1.66 MB |
| Published | June 29, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What chassis sizes are available for the B-RX Series?
Four, eight, and sixteen interface slots are available in different chassis models.
Can this device be mounted in a rack other than EIA cabinets?
Yes, mid-mount kits can be ordered separately to center mount the unit in a telecommunications (Telco) rack.
What preliminary steps must I take before connecting it to another network?
You must first install the fiber optic modules and then cable them.
Where can I find detailed instructions for network configuration?
Refer to your hardware installation guide or consult your local Dell reseller/system engineer for specific recommendations.