CSG2500 Appliance Models

The CSG2500 appliance is available in a single model, with 1 TB of SSD storage.

Chassis Views

The CSG2500 appliance front panel is the side of the appliance with LEDs for status and power, a soft reset button, and ports. It also has integrated rack-mount ears for installation in standard 19-inch racks. This is the side that is visible when you install the appliance in an office environment. The rear panel has the hot-swappable power supply units, ground contact, and cooling fans. This is the rear side when you mount the appliance in a 19-inch rack.

Figure 1 and Figure 2 show the front and rear panels of a CSG2500 appliance.

Figure 1: Front Panel of a CSG2500 Appliance

Figure 2: Rear Panel of a CSG2500 Appliance

Chassis Specifications

Table 1 lists the chassis specifications for a CSG2500 appliance chassis.

Table 1: CSG2500 Appliance Chassis Specifications

Regulatory Compliance

Table 2 lists the regulatory compliance specifications for thee CSG2500 appliance chassis.

Table 2: CSG2500 Appliance Regulatory Compliance Specifications

Certifications

CSG2500 appliances comply with the certificates listed in Table 3.

Table 3: CSG2500 Appliance Certifications

Export Control Information

Table 4 lists the ECCN, HTS, and CCATS numbers for a CSG2500 appliance.

Table 4: ECCN, HTS, and CCATS Numbers

Front Panel

The front panel of a CSG2500 appliance has a power button, a reset button, and six status LEDs located in two rows, as shown in Figure 1.

Figure 1: Front Panel of a CSG2500 Appliance

% cli

# request system reset

# vsh status
versa-service    is Running, [*] process 6784
versa-infmgr     is Running, [-] process 5623
versa-rfd        is Running, [-] process 5838
versa-vmod       is Running, [-] process 5839
versa-ip2user    is Running, [-] process 5844
versa-imgr       is Running, [-] process 5848
versa-acctmgrd   is Running, [-] process 5845
versa-fltrmgr    is Running, [-] process 5648
versa-vstated    is Running, [-] process 5625
versa-addrmgrd   is Running, [-] process 5857
versa-rt-cli-xfm is Running, [-] process 5798
versa-rtd        is Running, [-] process 5827
versa-dhcpd      is Running, [-] process 5620
versa-eventd     is Running, [-] process 5843
versa-vrrpd      is Running, [-] process 5643
versa-dnsd       is Running, [-] process 5646
versa-ppmd       is Running, [-] process 5793
versa-snmp-xform is Running, [-] process 5800
versa-certd      is Running, [-] process 5849
versa-ntpd       is Running, [*] process 5612
versa-dhclient6  is Running, [-] process 5807
versa-redis      is Running, [-] process 6927
versa-av-redis   is Running, [-] process 5003
versa-spackmgr   is Running, [-] process 5832
versa-monit      is Running, [*] process 6078
versa-confd      is Running, [*] process 4798
versa-fail2ban   is Running, [*] process 6093
versa-auditd     is Running, [*] process 6116
versa-nodejs     is Running, [-] process 5775

# sudo poweroff

Rear Panel

The rear panel of a CSG2500 appliance has the following components, as shown in Figure 2:

• Two hot-swappable power supply units (PSUs), each 650 W, that provide 1+1 redundancy with front-to-back airflow
• Three front-to-back cooling fans that provide 2+1 redundancy
• One ground contact

Figure 2: Rear Panel of a CSG2500 Appliance

AC Power Supply

By default, CSG2500 appliances ship with AC redundant and hot-swappable power supply units (PSUs). These modular power supply units that can be removed from the appliance.

Table 1 describes the AC power supply specifications for each power supply unit.

Table 1: CSG2500 AC Power Supply Specifications

Airflow Requirements

The CSG2500 series appliances have 2+1 redundant fans, which are hot swappable in the field. The fans provide front-to-back cooling.

When planning your site for installing a CSG2500 series appliance in a 19-inch rack, keep in mind that the front side of the rack is the cool area, and the rear side is where hot air exits from the fan. Ensure that there is space on the rear side of the appliance to allow air to exit from the fan.

When placing a CSG2500 series appliance on a desk, ensure that there is space on the rear side of the appliance to allow air to exit from the fan. Also ensure that the vents on the side of the unit are never blocked, to allow hot air to flow out of the appliance. Covering the vents prevents heat from dissipating out of the appliance, which can cause the chassis to overheat and then shut down.

Supported VNI Ports for SFPs

The following table describes the VNI ports, the controller, and the SFP and SFP+ transceivers supported on the CSG2500 appliance.

Supported 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Transceivers

The following table describes the 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ transceiver modules supported on the CSG2500 appliance.

Supported 1-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Transceivers

The following table describes the 1-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ transceiver modules supported on the CSG2500 appliance. 

Compatible Remote Switches

The following switches have been tested with a 1-Gigabit Ethernet link connection to CSG2500 appliance:

• Cisco Nexus-3048T
• Juniper EX-2200
• Dell (S3048, S4128F) switches.

Connection Recommendations

The following are recommendations for connecting at 1-Gigabit Ethernet speeds:

• After you dynamically insert an SFP or change the SFP speed, you must disable and then re-enable the VNI interface on the CSG2500 appliance.
• If the configuration on the remote device changes, you must disable and then reenable the VNI interface on the CSG2500 appliance.
• Ensure that you have enabled the 1-Gigabit Ethernet interface in the Versa Operating System^TM (VOS^TM) software.
• For 1-Gigabit Ethernet SFPs, you must turn off auto-negotiation on the remote device, and you must set the connection speed 1-GE. For example, for Cisco switches, in the interface configuration, configure the speed to 1000:

interface Ethernet 1/25 
speed 1000

For Juniper switches, configure no-auto-negotiation on the interface:

enable;
ether-options {
    no-auto-negotiation;
    link-mode full-duplex;
    speed {
        1g;
     }
}

Step 1: Connect Earth Ground to a CSG2500 Appliance

1. To ensure proper operation of a CSG2500 appliance and to meet safety and electrostatic discharge (ESD) requirements, you must connect the appliance to earth ground before you connect power to the appliance.

Figure 1: Connect Earth Ground to a CSG2500 Appliance

2. Ensure that the rack is properly grounded and in compliance with ETSI ETS 300 253. Verify that there is a good electrical connection to the grounding point on the rack and that the grounding point has no paint or isolating surface treatment.
3. Attach the grounding wire (#18 AWG) to the grounding point on the device's rear panel.
4. Connect the other end of the wire to rack ground.

Step 2: Connect AC Power to a CSG2500 Appliance

Before you begin connecting AC power to a CSG2500 appliance, ensure that you have:

• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap.
• An AC power cord is shipped with the appliances only for U.S. customers. Each power supply has a C14 plug that allows you to plug in standard power cords with C13 termination. The other end of the cord must have appropriate NEMA 5-15 local plug.

To connect a CSG2500 appliance to an AC power source:

1. Install two AC power supply units (PSUs) in the device.
2. Connect an external AC power source (C13) to each PSU.
3. Plug the NEMA 5-15 end of the AC power cord into an AC power source outlet.
4. Push the power button to power on the device.

Figure 2: Connect AC Power to a CSG2500 Appliance

Step 3: Check that the CSG2500 Appliance Is Powered On

To check the CSG2500 appliance is powered on, check that the Power LED is on. When the appliance is operating normally, the power LED is green.

Figure 3: Check the CSG2500 Appliance Power Status

Step 4: Configure a Management Console To Connect to a CSG2500 Appliance

The CSG2500 appliances is equipped with an RJ45 serial console port, and you use an RJ45-to-USB serial console cable to connect the console port. To communicate with the appliance, you must have a terminal emulation program, such as PuTTY, running on your system.

When you set up the connection, use the following default console port settings:

• Speed (baud): 115200
• Data bits: 8
• Stop bits: 1
• Parity: None
• Flow control: None

To connect a management console to a CSG2500 appliance:

1. Open the PuTTY application. The PuTTY configuration window displays.
   
   
    
2. In the Category navigation pane, click Session, and then in the Connection Type menu, click Serial.
   
   
    
3. In the Category navigation pane, click Connection > Serial. The Options Controlling Local Serial Lines page displays.
   
   
    
4. In the Serial Line To Connect To field, enter the COM port to which your device is connected. The default COM port is COM1.
   
   
    
5. In the Configure the Serial Line section, enter the following information.
   
   

• In the Speed (Baud) field, enter the digital transmission speed. For CSG2500 appliance, the speed must be 115200 baud.
• In the Data bits field, enter the number of data bits used for each character. The recommended value is 8.
• In the Stop bits field, enter the number of bits to send at the end of every character. The recommended value is 1.
• In the Parity field, select None. This is the method of detecting errors in transmission.
• In the Flow Control field, select None. This is the method of preventing data overflow.

6. Optionally, in the Category navigation pane, click Session, and then in the Saved Sessions field, enter a name to save the session settings.
   
   

7. Click Save.
8. To open the session, click Open.
   
   
    
9. Log in to the appliance CLI with the username "admin" and the password "versa123".
   
   

General Safety Guidelines

• Install the CSG2500 appliance in compliance with the following local, national, and international electrical codes:
  • United States—National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 70), United States National Electrical Code.
  • Other countries—International Electromechanical Commission (IEC) 60364, Part 1 through Part 7.
  • Evaluated to the TN power system.
  • Canada—Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.
• Locate the emergency power-off switch in the installation area. In case of an electrical accident, turn off the power quickly.
• Disconnect power to the appliance before installing or removing it.
• Disconnect power from the circuit that is being used for the appliance.
• If hazardous conditions exist, do not work alone.
• If you are working under conditions that might be hazardous to the eyes, wear safety glasses or goggles.

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This transmitter must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with CE and FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

Unpack a CSG2500 Appliance

The CSG2500 appliance is packed in a plastic bag, and it is shipped in a cardboard carton, secured with foam packing material. The carton also contains an accessory box. It is recommended that you unpack the appliance only when you are ready to install it.

To unpack a CSG2500 appliance:

1. Open the top flaps of the cardboard carton.
2. Remove from the box the foam packing material holding the appliance and the accessories in place. See Figure 1.
3. Remove the accessory box and the appliance from the foam packing material.
4. Remove the accessories from the accessories box.
5. Verify the components against the packing list that is included in the box.

Figure 1: Unpack a CSG2500 Appliance

Packing List for a CSG2500 Appliance

The cardboard carton in which a CSG2500 appliance is shipped contains a packing list. Check the packing list against the parts that you receive in the shipping carton.

Table 1 lists the parts shipped with a CSG2500 appliance.

Table 1: Parts Shipped with a CSG2500 Appliance

Mount a CSG2500 Appliance in a Rack

You can mount a CSG2500 appliance in a four-post 19-inch rack.

To mount the appliance, ensure that you have the following tools:

• Number 2 Phillips (+) screwdriver
• Tape measure

To mount a CSG2500 appliance in a four-post 19-inch rack:

1. Place the appliance chassis on a flat, stable surface.
2. Check the internal dimensions of the rack with a tape measure. The appliance is 43.8 mm wide (about 17.24 inches) and must fit within the mounting posts.
3. Attach the two rear post brackets to the appliance chassis using the six bracket screws that are shipped with the appliance. Use the rack screws to secure the switch in the rack.
4. Lock the position of the rear post bracket ears using the included position-locking screws. You can adjust the rear post bracket ears to fit different rack depths, from 56 cm to 75 cm.

Mount a CSG2500 Appliance on a Slide Rail

You can install a slide rail in a 19-inch rack and then install a CSG2500 appliance on the slide rail. You can purchase an optional slide rail kit when you purchase a CSG2500 appliance.

To install a slide rail in a 19-inch rack and install a CSG2500 appliance on the slide rail:

1. Push the lever down and pull the inner rail all the way out of the middle rail.
   
   
2. Align the holes on the inner rail with T-studs on the side of the chassis. Slide the inner rail backward until it clicks into the locked position.
   
   
3. Adjust the die-cast fittings on the outer rail if the rack has round mounting holes. Press the latch to transfer from square to round mounting hole.
   
   
4. Push rear bracket backward to lock position.
   
   
5. Push the pegs on the rear of the outer rail into the rear rack holes. Turn the latch to the open position and push the pegs into the front rack holes.
   
   
6. Pull the middle rail to the fully opened position. Make sure the ball bearing retainer is at the front of the rail.
   
   
7. Mount the chassis. Align and push the inner rails into the extended middle rails. After the chassis is mounted in the middle rails, hold down the locking lever to push the chassis all the way into the rack.
   
   

Site Preparation Guidelines

• Install the appliance in an enclosed and secure environment, and allow only authorized personnel to access the device.
• Keep the area around the appliance free from dust.
• Follow ESD prevention procedures to avoid any damage to the appliance.

Environmental Requirements

• Ensure that the area in which you operate the appliance has adequate air circulation so that the cooling system functions normally. Ambient air temperature may not be sufficient to cool the chassis to acceptable operating temperatures without adequate circulation.
• Avoid temperature extremes.
• High humidity conditions can cause moisture to penetrate into the chassis. The appliance can operate in relative humidity of 10% to 85%, non-condensing.

Rack Requirements

You can mount a CSG2500 appliance in a 19-inch four-post rack using slide rails. Table 1 lists the rack requirements.

Table 1: Rack Requirements for a CSG2500 Appliance

Airflow Requirements

The CSG2500 series appliances have 2+1 redundant fans, which are hot swappable in the field. The fans provide front-to-back cooling.

When placing a CSG2500 series appliance on a desk, ensure that there is space on the rear side of the appliance to allow air to exit from the fan. Also ensure that the vents on the side of the unit are never blocked, to allow hot air to flow out of the appliance. Covering the vents prevents heat from dissipating out of the appliance, which can cause the chassis to overheat and then shut down.