Keysight XGS12 Chassis Platform User Manual

Keysight XGS12 Chassis Platform

Product Information

The XGS12 Chassis Platform is a high-performance chassis designed for various networking and testing applications. It provides a reliable and scalable platform for network equipment and software testing.

Specifications:

• Product: XGS12 Chassis Platform
• Release: 9.39
• Assembly Guide Document version: 202307211505+05:30

Product Usage Instructions

• Assembly Guide:
  Follow the assembly guide provided with the product to correctly set up the XGS12 Chassis Platform. Ensure all components are securely connected and properly aligned.

• Safety Information:
  Before using the XGS12 Chassis Platform, carefully read and understand the safety information provided in the manual. Always adhere to the safety guidelines to prevent any accidents or injuries.

• Contacting Support:
  If you require assistance with the XGS12 Chassis Platform, you can contact Keysight Technologies for global or regional support. Refer to the provided contact information based on your location for prompt assistance.

• Documentation Conventions:
  Refer to the documentation conventions section in the user manual to understand how to interact with the product’s interface using different input methods such as keyboard, mouse, or touch. Follow the guidelines provided to navigate through the product features effectively.

FAQ:

• Q: Can I use third-party components with the XGS12 Chassis Platform?
  A: It is recommended to use compatible components approved by Keysight Technologies to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with the XGS12 Chassis Platform.

• Q: How do I update the firmware of the XGS12 Chassis Platform?
  A: To update the firmware of the XGS12 Chassis Platform, refer to the firmware update instructions provided in the user manual or contact customer support for assistance.

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Safety Information
Do not proceed beyond a hazard notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
A CAUTION notice denotes a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Contacting Us

Keysight headquarters
1400 Fountaingrove Parkway Santa Rosa, CA 95403-1738 www.ixiacom.com/contact/info

Support

Global Support| +1 818 595 2599| support@ixiacom.com
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Regional and local support contacts:
APAC Support| +91 80 4939 6410| support@ixiacom.com
Australia| +61-742434942| support@ixiacom.com
EMEA Support| +40 21 301 5699| support-emea@ixiacom.com
Greater China Region| +400 898 0598| support-china@ixiacom.com
Hong Kong| +852-30084465| support@ixiacom.com
India Office| +91 80 4939 6410| support-india@ixiacom.com
Japan Head Office| +81 3 5326 1980| support-japan@ixiacom.com
Korea Office| +82 2 3461 0095| support-korea@ixiacom.com
Singapore Office| +65-6215-7700| support@ixiacom.com
Taiwan (local toll-free number)| 00801856991| support@ixiacom.com

Documentation conventions

The following documentation conventions are used in this guide:

Describing interactions with the UI
You can interact with products by using different input methods: keyboard, mouse, touch, and more. So in most parts of the user documentation, generic verbs have been used that work with any input method. In cases where input- neutral verbs do not work, mouse-specific verbs are used as the first choice, followed by touch-specific verbs as the second choice. See the following table for examples on how you can interpret the different input methods.

Other accounts > Add an account.
To open the document in Outline view, select View > Outline.| To open the document in Outline view, click View > Outline.| To open the document in Outline view, tap View > Outline.
Select Protocols.| Click the Protocols tab.| Tap Protocols.
-NA-| Double-click the Client wizard.| Double-tap the Client wizard.
Open the Packages context menu.| Right-click Packages to open the shortcut menu.| Long tap Packages to open the shortcut menu.

Deprecated words
The following words have been replaced with new words, considering the audience profile, our modern approach to voice and style, and our emphasis to use input-neutral terms that support all input methods.

About this guide

This section explains the notational and typographical conventions used in this documentation, and provides a list of related documentation.

Note icons and messages
The following table describes the note icons and messages used in this document.

in the main text.
Important|  | Indicates information that is essential to the completion of a task.
Tip|  | Provides supplemental suggestions for applying techniques and procedures to accomplish a task.

Typographical conventions
The following table describes the typographical conventions used in this document.

•  Graphical user interface element names (such as dialog boxes, buttons, menu selections, and so forth).

•  Command line interface commands and options.

•  The name of a field, option, or parameter when used as part of an instruction.

For example: “Select the desired Inner Priority value.”

Italic text| Italic text indicates:

•  A text reference to the name of a field, option, or parameter.

•  Document and book

•  The first reference to a new

•  Special identification or emphasis in a statement.

monospace text| Text shown in a monospace font is used to indicate:

•  Text that you input. For example: Enter cd project1

•  Code samples, including keywords and variables within text and as separate paragraphs, and user-defined program elements within text.

•  Text file content or examples, such as lines of text from an .ini file.

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Textual conventions
The following table describes the typographical conventions used in this document.

uppercase text. For example: 1010 OR 1100.
Keystrokes| Simultaneous keystrokes are shown by joining the key names with a plus sign (+).

For example, CTRL+Q.

(right angle bracket)| Separates levels in a hierarchy of menu selections. For example: “Select Administration > Users.”

Introduction

This document describes how to install the XGS12 chassis and its various modules. The XGS12 Chassis is the next generation high performance platform capable of supporting all XM form factor load modules, including full chassis configurations of the Xcellon load modules. It is a 12-slot chassis with high speed backplane (160 Gbps between each adjacent two cards) designed for aggregation across load modules.

XGS12 supports both IxLoad and BreakingPoint software applications. The chassis architecture supports easy setup and management of high scale, multi user system. It has a pluggable system controller for chassis management. Additional applications and load modules will be supported in future software releases.

Chassis Modules

The modules that make up the chassis are as follows:

• Chassis Frame Module
• Chassis Fan Module
• Chassis Power Supply Module
• Chassis Processor Module

The Processor Module is plugged into the front of the chassis, in slot 0. The power supplies and fans are accessible from the rear of the chassis. Each of the modular components is capable of being removed in the field and replaced with minimum downtime.

XGS12 Chassis Back View

Install XGS12 Chassis

XGS12 Chassis Installation Precautions
The following precautions should be followed while installing the XGS12 chassis:

• A two person lift is recommended when installing the chassis into the rack.
• Ensure that each person is properly grounded during installation of either the chassis (onto the rack) or load modules (into the chassis) to prevent an ESD event.
• Install the chassis in the rack before installing the power supply module, fan module and load modules, thereby reducing the weight of the chassis.
• Use the two lower bolts meant for securing the chassis to a rack, to hold the chassis frame in place while securing all of the other bolts.
• Secure the chassis to rack face with all six bolts. Fully depress power supply clamps when installing power supply module.
• Secure the power supply module thumb bolt when installing power supply module.
• Install the rear power supply cover before applying AC power. After removing or installing this cover, ensure that the thumbscrews are tightened down with a ‘Flat Blade’ screwdriver. Exercise caution when tightening to prevent cross threading of the screws to the chassis.
• Ensure that the rack where the XG(S)12 Chassis is installed provides 200-240 VAC.
• Do not use AC power other than 200-240 VAC. The chassis is designed to be operated using all three 200-240 VAC power supplies.
• Do not use the chassis without installing the Fan module.
• Do not use the chassis without installing the Processor module.
• Do not leave unused slots open. Use the filler panels to cover the un-used slots.
• Do not block the front air intake.
• A minimum air flow clearance of 12 inches is required. 24 inches of air flow clearance is preferred at the rear of the chassis.
• Remove all external plastic protective film prior to chassis operation.
• Operator intervention may be required to power cycle the XGS12 chassis or restart a software program in the event the XGS12 chassis operation is upset or stopped by electrostatic discharge.

XGS12 Rack Screw Mount Locations

Unpack and Mount the Chassis

1. Cut tape and open the carton.
2. Remove accessories box, top foam inserts, and side packing inserts.
3. Lift chassis out of the carton.
4. Remove power supply cover and keep it aside.
5. Remove the plastic wrapping.
6. Insert the lowermost screws on the rack.
7. Slide the chassis into the rack so that the lower screw notches of the chassis rests on the screws on the rack.
8. Insert the other screws and secure the chassis to the rack by tightening the screws.
9. Remove any and all plastic protective film from the chassis external surfaces.

XGS12 Mounted on Rack
WARNING: The weight of the chassis components are as follows:

• Empty chassis with air baffles = 70 lbs
• Empty chassis without air baffles = 48 lbs
• 3 power cords = 6 lbs
• Power supply assembly = 29 lbs
• Fan Assembly = 10 lbs
• CPU card = 10 lbs

Do not attempt to lift the fully assembled chassis.

Note:

• The chassis windows wallpaper is not displayed. So the credentials are required to log on.
• The chassis is CE marked and ULTM certified when using the 200-240 VAC power cords supplied with the chassis. However, these certifications for the chassis safety approvals are only valid when the unit is operating from all three 200-240 VAC main power supplies.
• Refer to the Ixia Platform Reference Guide at: https://support.ixiacom.com/user-guide/ixos for more details.

Remove and Insert Processor Module
To remove the processor module:

1. Unfasten the screws.
2. Pinch the clips and then pull outwards.

Removing processor module
To insert the processor module:

1. Slide the module into the slot.
2. Pinch on the clips and push them in.
3. Fasten the screws.

Inserting processor module

Remove and Insert Power Supply Module
The power supply module is accessible after removing the rear cover. For details see the XGS12 Chassis Back View image. To remove the rear cover, unfasten the four screws around the cover and pull out the cover.

• To remove the power supply module:
  1. Loosen the thumbscrew in the upper left corner of the power supply module.
  2. Pull the power clamp handles.
  3. Hold the two handles provided on the power supply module and pull them.
• To remove the individual power supplies:
  1. Hold the handle on the power supply
  2. Pull the clip inwards and then pull the handle out.

Individual Power Supply Removal
To insert the individual power supplies, slide the power supply in until you hear the clicking sound of the clip.

• To insert the power supply module:
  1. Place the power supply module on the bottom chassis rails as shown in the image below.
  2. Push the power supply module inwards.
  3. Push the power clamp handles in to lock the busbars in place.
  4. Tighten the thumbscrew at the upper left corner of the power supply module.
  5. Replace the rear cover and fasten it with the screws.

Remove and Insert Fan Module
The fan module is located on the rear side of the chassis. For details see the XGS12 Chassis Back View image.

• To remove the fan module:
  1. Unfasten the four screws that are present on the edges of the fan module.
  2. Pull the module outwards.
• To install the fan module:
  1. Push the rubber grommets over the metal standoff on the chassis.
  2. Fasten the four screws tightly.

Log on to XGS12 Chassis
The Username for an XGS12 (Windows 7 and Windows 10) remote desktop session is ixia and the password is the CPU module serial number found on the sticker located in front of the CPU module.

NOTE The chassis windows wallpaper is not displayed. So the credentials are required to log on.

Configuration

Connecting the XGS12-SD Processor module
This section describes the process of connecting the XGS12-SD Processor module. To connect the module you need to do the following:

1. Insert and remove the Processor Module.
2. Connect the RJ45 management port (4) as the designated management port to your lab management switch.
3. Connect the VGA (2) and USB (3) ports to the KVM infrastructure (or to a local monitor, mouse, and keyboard).

Initial Configuration XGS12-SD
To perform initial system configuration for the XGS12-SD chassis, do the following:

1. Connect the monitor, USB mouse and keyboard, and then start the chassis.
2. When the chassis boots up, log on to the chassis. The user name is ixia and the password is the CPU module serial number found on the sticker located at the back of the chassis.
3. Once you log on to the chassis, change the IP address.

NOTE 10.0.x.x/16 is the default internal port address. This can be changed from IxExplorer Chassis Properties.

Change IP Address
To change the IP address, do the following:

1. On the Start menu, select Control Panel.
2. Select Network and Internet and then select Network and Sharing Center. The View your basic network information and set up connections window appears.
3. Under View your active networks, select the local area connection under Access type: Internet. The Status window appears.
4. Select Properties. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
5. Select Properties and then select the Use the following IP address option.
6. Enter the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway.

Ixia Test Applications Support

Ixia Applications support for XGS12-SD
This section provides the details of the Ixia Test Applications supported by XGS12-SD chassis.

IxLoad
When running the IxLoad client application to add your new XGS12-SD chassis in the Chassis Chain pane, the IxOS Windows machine IP address should be used :

IxNetwork
To start IxNetwork and assign ports from an: XGS12-SD chassis, do the following:

1. Log on to an application server or workstation that has the IxNetwork application installed.
2. Start IxNetwork.
3. Select XGS12 ports for configuration in the IxNetwork test:
   • Select Ports in the navigation pane.
   • Select the Add Chassis icon (in the Port Tools ribbon). Enter the XGS12 host name or IP address.
4. Assign ports from the XGS12 system to the current IxNetwork test scenario.

NOTE It is recommended that you periodically check the Ixia compatibility matrix (https://support.ixiacom.com/support-overview/product-support/product- compatibility-matrix) to determine the correct Ixia software application versions that are validated for interoperability.

Common Administrative Tasks

Start a Windows Remote Desktop Connection
To start a Remote Desktop Connection session to the XGS12 system:

1. If you do not know the IxOS IP address, ping the unit’s host name.
   The host name appears on the label on the back of the unit.
   The ping command will return the IxOS IP address.

2. From the management workstation, start a Remote Desktop Connection session with the chassis, using the IP address that was returned by the ping command.
   In the Windows Security window, provide the following credentials:

   • User name: ixia
   • Password: the last part of the host name. For example, if the host name is xxxx-X1234567, the password will be X1234567.

After you select OK, Remote Desktop Connection establishes the connection and displays the chassis desktop.

Troubleshooting

LED Indicators
The XGS12 chassis provides LED indicators that provide a visual presentation of the operational status of the device and its individual ports.

LED/LCD Display
The XGS12-SD chassis has front panel LEDs for each load module slot. The following table describes the purpose and meaning of each indicator:

initialized.

The Power LED is illuminated when the board is powered.

In Use| Amber| The Active LED is illuminated when you have taken ownership of the load module.

If you run traffic from IxExplorer, without taking port ownership, the In Use light is not illuminated.

• CPU Slot LED Definitions
  The specifications of LEDs for the Processor module and the LEDs above the Processor module slot are shown in the following table: | LED| Color| Description
  ---|---|---|---
  On the chassis front face| CPU card Slot LED| Yellow| The backplane is initializing
  Green| The backplane has initialized
  Processor module – front panel| Stdby Pwr LED| Green| 5V Stand-by power is available
  CPU Pwr LED| Green| CPU Card power is available
  HDD Act LED|  |
  Bkpln Link LED| Green| PCIe link to backplane is up
  Processor module – Ethernet LEDs for each port| Link LED| Green| Port has link.
   | LED| Color| Description
  ---|---|---|---
   |  |  | NOTE Link and Activity LEDs are included for all Ethernet ports.
  Act LED|  | Flashes when port has activity.

IP Addressing Issues
The XGS12-SD chassis model requires the following management IP addresses:

• the IxOS address

If your network implements a DHCP service, the XGS12 IP addresses will automatically be assigned by that service, unless you choose to assign static IP addresses instead. When assigning static IP addresses, you must observe the following requirements:

• The two management IP addresses must be in the same subnet.
• The two IP addresses needed for management cannot be on the following subnets:
  • 10.1.1.x/24 – internal virtual network
  • 10.1.2.x/24 – internal virtual network
  • 10.0.x.x/16 – default internal port address. This can be changed from IxExplorer Chassis Properties.

Failure to observe these requirements will result in connectivity failures.

Troubleshooting Licensing Issues
Following is a list of licensing issues that can result in operational problems:

• Licensing: An IxOS license is required to run both BreakingPoint and IxLoad.
• License invalidation: Time discrepancies between the network and theXGS12 system will invalidate the installed licenses. To avoid this, configure the XGS12 to use NTP (or manage the time setting manually, if NTP is not an available to you).

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This information is subject to change without notice.
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References

• ixiacom.com/contact/info
• Ixia Identity Portal
• IxOS
• ixiacom.com/contact/info

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