PLANET CS-6306R 6-slot Layer 3 IPv6 IPv4 Routing Chassis Switch Installation Guide
- June 10, 2024
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PLANET CS-6306R 6-slot Layer 3 IPv6 IPv4 Routing Chassis Switch
Installation Guide
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Thank you for purchasing PLANET 6-slot Layer 3 IPv6/IPv4 Routing Chassis Switch, CS-6306R. “ Chassis Switch ” mentioned in this quick installation guide refers to the CS-6306R.
Open the box of the Chassis Switch and carefully unpack it. The box should contain the following items:
- The CS-6306R Chassis Switch x 1
- Quick Installation Guide x 1
- RJ45-to-DB9 Console Cable x 1
- Mini USB Console Cable x 1 (for CS6 Switch Modules)
- Power Cord x 1
- Wire Rack x 3
- Wire Rack Screw x 6
- Ground Cable x 1
- Rack Screw x 6
- Rack Screw Cap x 6
- If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for replacement.
Physical Description
The CS-6306R is a 19-inch, 9U Rack-mountable Chassis, with the standard dimensions (W x D x H) of 482 x 397 x 370 mm. The chassis consists of module slot and power supply slot.
- The fan block is located on the right side of the board rack, allowing one fan tray (4 axial fans for each fan tray).
- Dust gauze is provided on the left side of the board rack for filtering air circulation through the rack.
- The power block under the dust gauze provides power to the system, supporting up to three power modules. The power modules insert into the power slots from the front, with the distribution box at the back of the rack for maintenance.
Figure 2-1 CS-6306R Front Panel
Figure 2-2 CS-6306R Rear Panel
1. Power slots| Used for system power supply modules and supports upto three
550W AC/DC modules (CS6-PWR550-AC/DC).
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2. Management slots| Slots 5 and 6 support management module like CS6-MCU.
(Slot 5 Master)
3. Switch slots| Slots 1 to 4 support Switch modules like CS6-S16X and
CS6-S24S8X
4. Fan tray slot| Supports one system fan assembly with each assembly
consisting of four axial fans.
5. Dust gauze slot| Exterior air inlet for the ventilation subsystem.
Note
The Chassis Switch is equipped with only one Power Supply Module. The chassis will not include any Management/Switch Ethernet
Module on shipment.
Slots 5 and 6 must be installed with Management Module before powering on the Chassis Switch; otherwise, the Chassis Switch will not operate normally.
Hardware Installation
During the installation and use of the CS-6306R Chassis Switch, please follow
the
steps below:
- Chassis Switch Mounting
- Desktop installation
- Rack-mounting installation
- Chassis Switch grounding
- Modules installation
- Removing and installing the dust gauze
- Removing and installing the fan tray
- Remover and installing the power supply
Desktop Installation
Caution
To avoid damage, do not place any weight on the CS-6306R. Maximum weight of various modules installed is 30kg and full configuration weight is 30kg.
The Chassis Switch is very heavy, so carry and install it by two people to avoid injury.
To install the CS-6306R on a desktop or shelf, simply complete the following steps:
Step 1 Choose a smooth level workbench.
Step 2 Verify that the workbench is strong enough to support the CS-
6306R’s fully configured weight.
Step 3 Plan a good position for your CS-6306R that is, to easily operate
and have an appropriate power source and grounding point.
Step 4 Place the CS-6306R safely on the workbench; avoid obstructions on
any side of the Chassis Switch.
Rack-mounting Installation
Caution
During the installation, please make sure the device does not slip from
your grasp, or else it may cause damage to the device or may even hurt the
installer. Please also note the hardware must be placed in the rack properly;
if not, the hardware may fall off from the rack, causing harm to someone
nearby. Double-check it after the installation.
To install the CS-6306R in a 19-inch standard rack, follow the instructions described below.
Step 1 Place your CS-6306R on a hard flat surface, with the front panel
positioned towards your front side.
Step 2 Secure the brackets tightly on the CS-6306R as shown in Figure
3-1.
Figure 3-1 Rack-mounting Brackets
Caution
You must use the screws supplied with the mounting brackets. Damage caused to the parts by using incorrect screws would invalidate your warranty.
Step 3 After the brackets are attached to the CS-6306R, use suitable screws to securely attach the brackets to the rack, as shown in Figure 3-2.
Note
Please make sure the device does not slip through your grasp, or else it may cause damage to the device or may even hurt the installer.
The handles are designed for sliding into cabinet only; please don’t use handles to lift the Chassis Switch.
Figure 3-2 Mounting the CS-6306R in a Rack
Chassis Switch Grounding
A good grounding system is the groundwork for the smooth and safe operation of
the CS-6306R, and an excellent way to prevent lightning strikes and resistance
interference. Please follow the CS-6306R grounding specification instructions,
verify the installation site’s grounding condition and ensure proper grounding
accordingly.
Proper Grounding
When using an AC power source, the device must be grounded with the green and
yellow ground cables; otherwise, shock hazards may occur when insulation
resistance between the internal power supply and the chassis degrades.
Lightning Protection Grounding
The lightning protection system is an independent system consisting of a
lightning rod, conductor and connection joint with the grounding system. The
grounding system usually is shared with the power reference grounding, and
green and yellow ground cable grounding. Lightning protection grounding is a
building requirement, not a specific requirement of the Chassis Switch.
Electromagnetic Compliance Grounding
This refers to the grounding in compliance with CS-6306R electromagnetic
compatibility requirements, including shielded grounding, filter grounds,
noise, and interference control and level reference. The overall grounding
requirements are the sum total of the above. Ground resistance value should be
less than 1 ohm.
The CS-6306R provides chassis grounding post in the lower front chassis, marked as “GND”. Chassis protection grounding should be properly connected to the rack grounding connector.
The ground cabling procedures are listed below:
Step 1 Remove the nuts from the front chassis grounding posts.
Step 2 Wrap one end of the green and yellow grounding cable to the
grounding posts.
Step 3 Attach the grounding post nut and tighten well.
Step 4 Attach the other end of the grounding cable to the rack grounding
connector.
Note
The grounding cable should be made of a good conductor, and the diameter should be determined by the possible maximum current that may pass through. Bare conductor cabling is forbidden.
Ground resistance value: The combined grounding resistance should be less than 1 ohm
Module Installation
The installation procedure is the same for all cards, as shown below:
Note
Slot 5 or Slot 6 should install with Management Module before powering on the Chassis Switch; otherwise, the Chassis Switch will not operate normally.
The Chassis Switch supports a maximum of 2 Management modules (CS6-MCU) for the purpose of management redundancy at Slot 5 and Slot 6.
Step 1 Power down the CS-6306R (Hot-swapping is supported by optional modules for the CS-6306R. However, for better convenience, it is recommended to power down the CS-6306R before installing the modules, if no module in the Chassis Switch is running).
Step 2 Ensure proper grounding of the CS-6306R.
Step 3 Loosen the panel fasteners locking back plate counterclockwise and remove the back plate.
Step 4 Align the rail and insert the optional module into the slot; you can use the metal handle on the front plate of the module to ensure good contact. Then lock the module with panel fasteners in the front plate.
Figure 3-3 Inserting the Optional Module into the Slot of CS-6306R
Removing and Installing the Dust Gauze
Dust gauze is provided in the CS-6306R, which can be installed and removed
from the back of the CS-6306R in right section. The dust gauze is meant to
prevent large debris or particles in the air from being ingested into the
Chassis Switch. Please perform cleaning on a regular basis according to the
site conditions.
Follow steps below:
Step 1 Loosen the 2 panel fasteners in the dust gauze.
Step 2 Draw the dust gauze out smoothly by holding the 2 screws.
Step 3 Clean the dust gauze with a brush (never wash with any liquid).
Step 4 Insert the gauze back to its original position in the Chassis
Switch.
Step 5 Tighten the panel fasteners.
The installation and removal of the dust gauze is shown below:
Figure 3-4 Installation and Removal of the CS-6306R Dust Gauze
Removing and Installing the Fan Tray
One fan tray in the right section of the CS-6306R can be serviced from the
front.
The installation and removal of the fan tray is relatively simple. Please refer to the following procedure for reference.
Removing the Fan Tray
Step 1 Loosen the 2 screws on the front panel of the fan tray.
Step 2 Hold the handle on the front panel of the fan tray with your
middle and ring fingers, press the locker slightly down, and the fan tray can
be drawn out smoothly.
Installing the Fan Tray
Step 1 Just hold the fan tray in the correct direction, and align with
the corresponding slot and push to secure.
Step 2 Tighten the panel fasteners on the front panel.
The installation and removal of a fan tray is shown below:
Figure 3-5 Installation and Removal of the Fan Tray
Installing and Removing the Power Supply Unit
Power down the CS-6306R (Hot-swapping is supported by power supply modules for the CS-6306R. However, for better convenience, it is recommended to power down the CS-6306R before installing the power supply modules)
To install a power supply unit into the CS-6306R, please slide it into the compartment.
To remove a power supply unit from the CS-6306R, press and hold the blue lever to the left till it is totally pulled out from the power supply unit.
Figure 3- 6 Installing and Removing the Power Supply Unit
Installing Wire Rack in the Chassis Switch
You can see the front side of the CS-6306R with the wire rack slot in the left section .The installation and removal of the wire rack is relatively simple. Please refer to the following procedure for reference.
Step 1 Combine three of the wire rack unit.
Step 2 Install it in the wire rack and fasten 6 screws into the CS-6306R on the left section, as shown in Figure 3-7.
Figure 3-7 Installing It in the Wire Rack
Chassis Switch Management
To set up the Chassis Switch, the user needs to configure the Chassis Switch for network management. The Chassis Switch provides two management options:
Out-of-Band management and In-Band management.
- Out-of-Band Management
Out-of-band management is the management through Console interface.
- In-Band Management
In-band management refers to the management by logging to the Chassis Switch using Telnet, HTTP, or using SNMP management software to configure the Chassis Switch. In-band management enables the management of the Chassis
Switch to attach some devices to the Switch. The following procedure is required to enable In-band management:
- Logging on to console
- Assigning/Configuring IP addres
- Creating a remote login account
- Enabling HTTP or Telnet server on the Managed Switch
If in-band management fails, due to Chassis Switch configuration changes, out- ofband management can be used for configuring and managing the Chassis Switch.
Note
The Chassis Switch is shipped with Management Port IP address 192.168.1.1/24 assigned and VLAN 1 interface IP address 192.168.0.100/24 assigned by default. User can assign another IP address to the Chassis Switch via the Console interface to be able to remotely access the Chassis Switch through Telnet or HTTP.
Requirements
Workstations running Windows XP/2003/Vista/7/8/2008/10, MAC OS X or later, Linux, UNIX, or other platforms are compatible with TCP/IP protocols.
- Serial Port Connection (Terminal)
- The above Workstations come with COM Port (DB9) or USB-to-RS232 converter.
- The above Workstations have been installed with terminal emulator, such asc Tera Term or PuTTY.
- Serial cable — one end is attached to the RS232 serial port, while the other end to the console port of the Managed Switch.
- Ethernet Port Connection
- Network cables — Use standard network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.
- The above PC is installed with Web browser and JAVA runtime environment plug-in.
Note
It is recommended to use Internet Explorer 8.0 or above to access the Managed Switch. If the Web interface of the Managed Switch is not accessible, please turn off the anti-virus software or firewall and then try it again.
Terminal Setup
To configure the system, connect a serial cable to a COM port on a PC or notebook computer and to serial (console) port of the CS-6306R Chassis Switch. The console port of the Chassis Switch is DCE already, so that you can connect the console port directly through PC without the need of Null Modem.
Chassis Switch
Figure 6-1 CS-6306R Chassis Switch Console Connection
A terminal program is required to make the software connection to the CS-6306R Chassis Switch. Putty or Tera Term may be a good choice.
- Run terminal program Tera Term on the OS.
- When the following screen appears, make sure that the COM port should be configured as:
- Baud Rate: 9600
- Data Bits: 8
- Parity: None
- Stop: 1
- Flow Control: None
Figure 6-2 COM Port Configuration
Logging on to the Console
Once the terminal is connected to the Chassis Switch, power on the CS-6306R
Chassis Switch, and the terminal will display “running testing procedures”.
Then, the following message asks the login user name and password. The factory default user name and password are as follows and the login screen in Figure 6-3 appears.
Username: admin
Password: admin
Figure 6-3 CS-6306R Chassis Switch Console Login Screen
The user can now enter commands to manage the Chassis Switch. For a detailed
description for the commands, please refer to the following chapters.
Note
- For security reason, please change and memorize the new password after this first setup.
- Only accept command in lowercase letter under console interface.
Configuring IP Address
Management Port
The IP address configuration commands for Management module interfaces are
listed below:
The configuration commands are as follows:
Switch# confit
Switch_ comfit# interface clan 1
Switch_config_v1# ip address 192.168.0.100 255.255.255.0
The previous command would apply the following settings for the CS-6306R.
IPv4 Address: 192.168.0.100
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Figure 6-4 Configuring IPv4 Address Screen
Interface VLAN 1
Note
The Switch Module interface default setting is in the disable mode. To login and manage the Chassis Switch through the switch module, enabling interfaces on switch module is required.
The configuration commands are as follows:
Switch# config
Switch_ config# interface vlan 1
Switch_config_v1# ip address 192.168.0.100 255.255.255.0
The previous command would apply the following settings for the CS-6306R.
IPv4 Address: 192.168.0.100
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Figure 6-5 Configuring IPv4 Address of Interface VLAN 1 Screen
To check the current IP address or modify a new IP address for the Chassis Switch, please use the procedure as follows:
- Show the current IP address
- On “Switch#” prompt, enter “show ip interface brief”.
- The screen displays the current IP address, Subnet Mask and Gateway as shown in Figure 6-6.
Figure 6-6 Show IP Information Screen
If the IP address is successfully configured, the Chassis Switch will apply the new IP address setting immediately. You can access the Web interface of the CS-6306R
Chassis Switch through the new IP address.
Note
If you are not familiar with console command or the related parameter, enter “help” anytime in console to get the help description.
Telnet Management
Log in to the Telnet configuration interface. The commands used in the Telnet CLI interface after login is the same as that in the Console interface.
Default IP Address: 192.168.1.1
Username: admin
Password: admin
Figure 6-7 Telnet Configuration Interface
Saving the Configuration
In Chassis Switch, the running configuration file stores in the RAM. In the
current
version, the running configuration sequence running-config can be saved from
the
RAM to FLASH by write command, so that the running configuration sequence
becomes the start up configuration file, which is called configuration save.
Switch# write all
Figure 6-8 Copying Running-config Startup-config Screen
Starting Web Management
The CS-6306R, like the CS6-S16X and CS6-S24S8X, needs a switch module to configure to Web Management by Interface VLAN 1.
Chassis Switch
Figure 7-1 IP Management Diagram
The following shows how to start up the Web Management of the Managed
Switch. Note the Managed Switch is configured through an Ethernet connection.
Please make sure the manager PC must be set to the same IP subnet address.
-
Start up in Web Management from Management Port.
The CS-6306R chassis switch default IP address is configured with 192.168.1.1 on Management Port, then the manager PC should be set to 192.168.1.x (where x is a number between 1 and 254, except 1), and the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0 -
Start up in Web Management from VLAN 1
The CS-6306R chassis switch, like (CS6-S16X and CS6-S24S8X), needs to include switch modules to enable the VLAN 1 switch port. The Interface VLAN 1 default IP address is configured with 192.168.0.100 , then the manager PC should be set to 192.168.0.x (where x is a number between 1 and 254, except 100), and the default subnet mask is 255.255.255.0.
Web Login the Chassis Switch
- Use Internet Explorer 8.0 or above Web browser, enter IP address http://192.168.1.1 (that you have just set in console) to access the Web interface.
- When the following dialog box appears, please enter the configured user name “admin” and password “admin” (or the username / password you have changed via console). The login screen in Figure 7-2 appears.
Default IP Address: 192.168.1.1
Username: admin
Password: admin
Figure 7-2 Web Login Screen
After entering the password, the main screen appears as shown in Figure 7-3.
Figure 7-3 Web Main Screen of CS-6306R Chassis Switch
The Chassis Switch Menu on the left side of the Web page lets you access all
the commands and statistics the Chassis Switch provides.
Now, you can use the Web management interface to continue the Chassis Switch management or manage the Chassis Switch by console interface. Please refer to the user manual for more detailed information.
Saving Configuration via the Web
To save all applied changes and set the current configuration as a startup
configuration, the startup-configuration file will be loaded automatically
across a system reboot.
Click “ Save All ” on the top control bar. “ Save All ” function is
equivalent to the
execution of the write all command.
Figure 7-4 Save Configuration
Press the “OK” button to save current running-configuration to start up configuration
Figure 7-5 Save Configuration
Recovering Back to Default Configuration
Logging on to the console, the user can now enter commands to Recovering Back to Default Configuration. For a detailed description of the commands, please refer to the following sections.
Switch# delete startup-config
this file will be erased,are you sure?(y/n)y
Switch# reboot
Do you want to reboot the Switch(y/n)?y
Figure 8-1 CS-6306R Recovering Back to Default Configuration
The previous command would recover back to default settings for the Chassis Switch, The IP address to the default VLAN 1 interface is IP address “192.168.0.100”, default Management Port IP address “ 192.168.1.1 ” and the login password to default value user name “admin” and password “admin”. After the device is rebooted, you can log in the management Web interface within the same subnet of 192.168.0.xx or 192.168.1.xx.
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