Platform Guide VIPRION 2400

Platform Guide: VIPRION® 2400
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The VIPRION 2400 Platform......................................................................................................7
About the platform..............................................................................................................7
About the chassis...............................................................................................................7
About the blades................................................................................................................8
USB LCD module...............................................................................................................9
Using the USB LCD module....................................................................................9
About LCD menus.................................................................................................10
Indicator LEDs.................................................................................................................11
Indicator LED actions............................................................................................11
Blade indicator LEDs.............................................................................................12
Blade standard operating states............................................................................12
Blade LED status conditions.................................................................................12
Fan tray indicator LED...........................................................................................13
AC power supply indicator LEDs...........................................................................13
DC power supply indicator LEDs...........................................................................13
LED alert conditions..............................................................................................14
Defining custom alerts...........................................................................................14
Platform interfaces...........................................................................................................15
About blade interfaces...........................................................................................15
About 40GbE interfaces........................................................................................16
About managing interfaces....................................................................................17
Network interface LED behavior............................................................................20
Transceiver module specifications.........................................................................21
Cable pinout specifications....................................................................................21
Always-On Management..................................................................................................21
AOM Command Menu options..............................................................................21
Accessing the AOM Command Menu from the serial console..............................22
Capturing a blade console.....................................................................................22
Platform Installation.................................................................................................................23
About installing the platform.............................................................................................23
About general recommendations for rack mounting.........................................................23
Hardware included with the AC-powered chassis............................................................23
Hardware included with blades........................................................................................24
Peripheral hardware requirements...................................................................................24
Unpacking the chassis.....................................................................................................25
About installing the chassis..............................................................................................26
About the two-point rack mounting brackets.........................................................27
About the four-point rack mounting rail kit.............................................................28
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Installing the cable management system..............................................................29

About grounding the chassis............................................................................................29
Connecting the chassis grounding stud to the ground terminal............................30
About powering the VIPRION 2400 AC platform.............................................................31
Powering the AC platform......................................................................................31
About powering the VIPRION 2400 DC platform.............................................................32
Connecting DC power to the platform...................................................................32
About installing blades.....................................................................................................33
Removing a blank..................................................................................................34
Removing a blade.................................................................................................34
Installing a blade...................................................................................................35
Connecting the cables and other hardware.....................................................................36
About cluster management..............................................................................................37
Configuring the cluster IP address from the LCD..................................................38
Configuring the cluster IP address using the config utility.....................................39
Configuring the cluster IP address using tmsh......................................................40
Licensing the platform......................................................................................................40
Verifying blade availability................................................................................................41
Platform Maintenance...............................................................................................................43
About maintaining the platform........................................................................................43
About AC power supplies.................................................................................................43
Removing a power supply.....................................................................................44
Installing a power supply.......................................................................................44
About DC power supplies.................................................................................................45
Removing a power supply.....................................................................................46
Installing a DC power supply.................................................................................46
Wiring the DC connector.......................................................................................47
Connecting DC power to the platform...................................................................48
About the fan tray.............................................................................................................49
Replacing the fan tray............................................................................................50
About the storage drive assembly....................................................................................50
Replacing a storage drive assembly.....................................................................51
Environmental Guidelines........................................................................................................53
General environmental guidelines....................................................................................53
Guidelines for the AC-powered platform..........................................................................54
Guidelines for the DC-powered platform..........................................................................54
Platform airflow diagram..................................................................................................55
Platform Specifications............................................................................................................57
General specifications for system features......................................................................57
Blade hardware specifications.........................................................................................57
Chassis hardware specifications......................................................................................58
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Chassis environmental operating specifications..............................................................58

About AC power requirements.........................................................................................59
About AC power cables.........................................................................................59
AC power redundancy provisioning.......................................................................59
AC platform power consumption (low-line input)...................................................60
AC platform power consumption (high-line input)..................................................61
DC power requirements...................................................................................................62
DC platform power consumption...........................................................................62
Safety requirements.........................................................................................................63
EMC requirements...........................................................................................................63
Acoustic, airflow, and altitude specifications....................................................................64
China RoHS Requirements......................................................................................................67

RoHS declaration.............................................................................................................67
Hazardous substance levels for China.............................................................................67
Repackaging Guidelines..........................................................................................................71
About repackaging the platform.......................................................................................71
Repackaging the chassis.................................................................................................71
Repackaging a blade.......................................................................................................73
Returned Material Data Security Statement...........................................................................77

About returned material data security..............................................................................77
About memory technologies used in F5 equipment.........................................................77
Volatile memory.....................................................................................................77
Battery-backed volatile memory............................................................................77
Non-volatile memory.............................................................................................77
About removing data from F5 components......................................................................78
Removing sensitive data from storage drives........................................................78
Removing IP address data from Always-On Management....................................79
Removing sensitive data from an internal hardware security module (HSM)........79
Legal Notices............................................................................................................................81
Legal Notices...................................................................................................................81
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The VIPRION® 2400 Platform
About the platform

The VIPRION® 2400 system provides you with the flexibility and feature-rich capabilities of F5® products
on a powerful and highly-extensible hardware platform. With this platform, you install and configure multiple
F5 products using hot-swappable blades. This provides you with the ability to add, remove, or change the
platform's configuration to best fit your network. Many components are available for you to add, remove,
or change including the blades, power supplies, fan tray, and more. This configuration allows for an extremely
robust and flexible system that can manage large amounts of application traffic, and remain operational
even if one of its components goes offline.
VIPRION platforms include two types of components: blades, which provide the hardware and software
needed to manage network traffic, and a chassis, which houses the blades.
The VIPRION 2400 platform supports either AC or DC power. If you ordered DC power as a factory option,
the platform comes pre-installed with DC power supplies. If you ordered DC power supplies from F5 as an
upgrade to an AC-powered platform, you have to switch out the AC power supplies for DC power supplies.
Important: The chassis and blades are shipped in separate boxes. The blades are not designed to be shipped
inside a chassis.
Although the VIPRION 2400 platform is highly extensible and designed to be easy to implement, familiarity
with the platform components can help ensure that you install and integrate the platform successfully and
effectively.
About the chassis

The chassis is the housing unit that contains all of the components necessary for the VIPRION® 2400
platform to operate effectively.
Figure 1: Front view of a VIPRION C2400 chassis with four blades installed and pre-installed two-point
rack mounting brackets
1. Power supply 1
2. Power supply 2
3. Blades (1-4)
The fan tray is on the back of the chassis.
Figure 2: Back view of the chassis
About the blades

A blade is the primary component that handles the traffic management within the VIPRION® platform. You
can install up to four blades in a VIPRION 2400 chassis. These blades comprise a group, known as a cluster.
The chassis includes blanks in the slots where blades are not installed.
Blanks must be installed in all unused slots, as they help ensure proper airflow within the chassis and EMI
compliance of the unit.
Figure 3: Front view of the B2100/B2150 blade
1. Captive screws
2. SFP+ ports (8)
3. Console port
4. Serial (hard-wired) failover port
5. Management port
6. USB ports (2)
7. Indicator LEDs
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Figure 4: Front view of the B2250 blade
1. Captive screws
2. 40GbE ports (4)
3. Console port
4. Management port
5. USB ports (2)
6. Indicator LEDs
USB LCD module

An external USB LCD module is available for use with the VIPRION 2000 Series platform.
Note: The USB LCD module is an optional device that is not included with the platform by default. It works
only with VIPRION® 2000 Series platforms.
Figure 5: USB LCD module
Using the USB LCD module

You can connect a USB LCD module to the primary blade in a VIPRION® 2000 Series chassis and use the
module to configure and manage the unit without attaching a console or network cable.
1. Insert the plug into one of the two USB ports located on the front of the primary blade (the blade on
which the Primary LED is lit).
The USB LCD module powers on and displays BIG-IP® software information.
2. Press the Check button to clear any alerts on the LCD screen.
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You must clear any alerts on the screen before you can use the LCD module.
3. Press the X button to put the LCD in Menu mode.
The Left Arrow, Right Arrow, Up Arrow, and Down Arrow buttons are functional only when the LCD
is in Menu mode.
Pausing on a screen
Normally, the screens cycle on the LCD module at a constant rate, but you can pause on a specific screen.
Push the Check button to switch the LCD screen between Hold and Rotate modes.
In Hold mode, a single screen is displayed. The Rotate mode changes the screen that is displayed on the
LCD screen every four seconds.
Clearing alerts
Use the LCD control buttons to clear alerts from the LCD screen.
Press the Check button to clear any alerts on the LCD screen.
You must clear any alerts on the screen before you can use the LCD module.
About LCD menus

There are three menus on the LCD module. You can configure the display options to meet your needs.
Options menu
You can use the Options menu to adjust the display properties of the LCD module.
Option Description
Heartbeat Enables (checked) or disables (unchecked) the heartbeat panel on the LCD.
This heartbeat does not affect the failover mechanism of the system.
Backlight Specifies an LCD screen backlighting option. Select from these options:
• ON enables the backlight.
• GRAY enables the software to specify when the backlight is illuminated.
• OFF disables the backlight.
Contrast Sets the contrast of the LCD.

On Brightness Adjusts LCD backlight brightness.
Off Brightness Controls the brightness of the LCD when the backlight is off.
Screens menu
You can use the Screens menu to specify the information that is displayed on the default screens.
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Option Description
DateScreen Displays the date and time.
InfoScreen Displays the information screen menu.
VersionScreen Displays product version information.
System menu
You can use the System menu to configure the management interface on both clusters and blades. This
menu also provides various options for the hardware.
Option Description Suboptions

Cluster Configures the cluster IP address, netmask, Cluster Mgmt
and default gateway for managing the Select from these suboptions:
cluster.
• Cluster IP sets the cluster IP address.
• Cluster IP Mask sets the netmask.
• Gateway sets the default gateway for
managing the cluster.
• Commit saves your changes.
Configures the management IP addresses Cluster Mbrs

of the blades within the cluster. Select from these suboptions:
• Blade [1-4] Mgmt
• Blade Mgmt IP sets the management IP
address of the selected blade within the
cluster.
• Commit saves your changes.
Indicator LEDs
The VIPRION® 2400 platform includes indicator LEDs in three locations: on the individual blades, on the
power supplies, and on the fan tray.
Indicator LED actions

The behavior of the LEDs indicate system or component status.
Action Description
Off (none) LED is not lit and does not display any color.
Solid LED is lit and does not blink.
Blinking LED turns on and off at a regular frequency.
Intermittent LED turns on and off with an irregular frequency and might appear solid.
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Blade indicator LEDs

The blade LEDs indicate whether the blade is a primary or secondary blade, and show alarm and blade
status.
LED Status
Primary Indicates that the blade is a primary blade for a cluster.
Secondary Indicates that the blade is a secondary blade for a cluster.
Status Indicates the state of the system.
Alarm Indicates a non-specific alert level. Use SNMP traps, system logs, or the LCD display for
more information.
Blade standard operating states

The blade LEDs indicate the operating state of a blade.
Note: On power up, the Status LED of each blade turns amber. When the BIG-IP® software boots
successfully, the Status LED changes to green.
System state Primary LED Secondary LED Status LED Alarm LED
(PRI) (SEC) (STA) (ALM)
Active mode Off/None Off/None Green solid Off/None
Powered off Off/None Off/None Off/None Off/None
Blade LED status conditions

The blade LEDs indicate specific operating conditions, such as high availability (HA) status, or when a
blade is shut down, reset, or not properly seated.
Blade state Primary LED Secondary LED Status LED Alarm LED
Blade is fully functional Green solid Off/None Green solid Off/None
and operating as the
primary in a high
availability (HA)
configuration
Blade is fully functional Off/None Amber solid Green solid Off/None
and operating as a
secondary in a high
availability (HA)
configuration
User-initiated blade Green blinking Green blinking Green blinking Off/None
power down
Blade shut down due to Amber blinking Amber blinking Amber blinking Red solid
thermal overtemp limit
Blade not seated properly Amber blinking Amber blinking Amber solid Red solid
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Blade state Primary LED Secondary LED Status LED Alarm LED
Power supply inserted, N/A N/A N/A Red solid
but not supplying power
Fan tray indicator LED

The fan tray LED indicates the status of the fan tray.
Action Status
Amber solid Indicates that either the fan tray controller is powering on, or one or more fans are not
spinning within the specified RPM range.
Green solid Indicates that the fan tray controller is fully functional, and all fans are spinning within
the specified RPM range.
AC power supply indicator LEDs

The AC power supply LEDs indicate the status of the power supply and power input.
LED Status
AC Indicates that AC input voltage is operational (on) or non-functioning (off).
DC Indicates that DC output voltage is operational (on) or non-functioning (off).
FAIL Indicates these conditions:
• No AC input
• Fan failure
• Power supply errors or failures (for example, high temperature, high voltage)
SYS Indicates these conditions:

• Amber status when the fan tray is powered, and one of these conditions are true:
• AC failure
• DC failure
• Any other power supply faults, such as fan failure (indicated by the FAIL LED)
• Green status when the fan tray is powered, and the power supply is fully functional
(AC and DC are OK; no other faults indicated by the FAIL LED).
DC power supply indicator LEDs

The DC power supply LEDs indicate the status of the power supply and power input.
LED Status
IN Indicates that DC input voltage is operational (on) or non-functioning (off).
OUT Indicates that DC output voltage is operational (on) or non-functioning (off).
FAIL Indicates these conditions:
• No DC input
• Fan failure
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LED Status
• Power supply errors or failures (for example, high temperature, high voltage)
SYS Indicates these conditions:

• Amber status when the fan tray is powered, and one of these conditions are true:
• DC failure
• Any other power supply faults, such as fan failure (indicated by the FAIL LED)
• Green status when the fan tray is powered, and the power supply is fully functional
(DC is OK; no other faults indicated by the FAIL LED).
LED alert conditions

The Alarm LED indicates when there is an alert condition on the system.
Note: The Alarm LED might continue to display until alerts are cleared using the LCD module.
Action Description
System situation Alarm LED behavior
Emergency Red blinking
Alert or Critical Red solid
Error Amber blinking
Warning Amber solid
Defining custom alerts

The /etc/alertd/alert.conf and the /config/user_alert.conf files on the VIPRION® system
define alerts that cause the indicators to change. The /etc/alertd/alert.conf file defines standard
system alerts, and the /config/user_alert.conf file defines custom settings. You should edit only the
/config/user_alert.conf file.
1. Open a command prompt on the system.

2. Change to the /config directory.
cd /config
3. Using a text editor, such as vi or Pico, open the /config/user_alert.conf file.

4. Add these lines to the end of the file:
alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_POOL_MEMBER_MON_DOWN "Pool member (.*?):(.*?) monitor

status down."
{
snmptrap OID=".1.3.6.1.4.1.3375.2.4.0.10";
lcdwarn description="Node down" priority="1"
}
alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_NODE_ADDRESS_MON_DOWN "Node (.*?) monitor status
down." {
snmptrap OID=".1.3.6.1.4.1.3375.2.4.0.12";
lcdwarn description="Node address down" priority="1"
}
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alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_POOL_MEMBER_MON_UP "Pool member (.*?):(.*?) monitor

status up."
{
snmptrap OID=".1.3.6.1.4.1.3375.2.4.0.11"
}
alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_NODE_ADDRESS_MON_UP "Node (.*?) monitor status up."
{
snmptrap OID=".1.3.6.1.4.1.3375.2.4.0.13"
}
5. Save the file and exit the text editor.

The front panel LEDs now indicate when a node is down.
Platform interfaces
Every platform includes multiple interfaces. The exact number of interfaces that are on the system depends
on the platform type.
Each interface on the platform has a set of properties that you can configure, such as enabling or disabling
the interface, setting the requested media type and duplex mode, and configuring flow control.
About blade interfaces
B2100 Series blades

The B2100 Series blades have eight 10GbE SFP+ optical interfaces that are connected internally. The SFP+
connectors can each support 10G speed with an F5®-branded optical SFP+ module or 1000 Mbit speed with
an F5-branded optical SFP 1GbE module installed.
B2250 blade
The B2250 blade has four 40GbE QSFP+ fiber interfaces that support up to four 40GbE ports (2.1-2.4),
which you can use as individual 10GbE ports or as 40GbE ports, depending on how you bundle the ports.
There are LEDs for both 10GbE and 40GbE operation.
Figure 6: B2250 blade interfaces and LEDs
Supported transceivers
For current specification information for optical transceivers that are supported by this platform, see F5
Platforms: Accessories at
support.f5.com/kb/en-us/products/big-ip_ltm/manuals/product/f5-plat-accessories.html.
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About 40GbE interfaces

On VIPRION® platforms that include 40GbE interface ports, you can use the ports as a single 40GbE port
or as four 10GbE SFP+ ports.
Note: Only the VIPRION B2250 blade includes 40GbE interface ports.
40 GbE QSFP+ components
Note: If you are using a breakout cable for 10GbE connectivity, you should use the supported distance as
detailed in the Specifications for fiber QSFP+ modules section and not the Specifications for fiber SFP+
modules section in F5 Platforms: Accessories at
Figure 7: An example of a 40 GbE QSFP+ breakout cable
You can order these 40 GbE QSFP+ components from F5®:

• QSFP+ breakout cables (MTP to LC), provided as a pair, in these lengths:
• 1 meter (F5-UPG-QSFP+-1M-2)
• 3 meter (F5-UPG-QSFP+-3M-2+)
• 10 meter (F5-UPG-QSFP+-10M-2)
• F5-branded 40GbE QSFP+ transceiver modules (F5-UPG-QSFP+ and F5-UPG-QSFP+LR4)
Configuring bundling for 40GbE interfaces using tmsh
You can use tmsh to configure bundling for the 40GbE interfaces on the platform. When you disable
bundling, you can use the 40GbE ports as individual 10GbE ports using a QSFP+ breakout cable.
1. Open the Traffic Management Shell (tmsh).
tmsh
2. Change to the network module.
net
The command prompt updates with the module name:
user@bigip01(Active)(/Common)(tmos.net)#.
3. Configure bundling for a specific interface, where <interface_key> is 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, or 2.4.
modify interface <interface_key> bundle [enabled | disabled]
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Note: When a 2.x port is bundled, the LEDs for the 10GbE ports remain off. When a 2.x port is unbundled,
the 40GbE LEDs remain off.
Configuring bundling for 40GbE interfaces using the Configuration utility
You can use the Configuration utility to configure bundling for the 40GbE interfaces on the platform. When
you disable bundling, you can use the 40GbE ports as individual 10GbE ports using a QSFP+ breakout
cable.
1. On the Main tab, click Network > Interfaces.
This displays the list of available interfaces.
2. Click an interface name.
The properties screen for that interface opens.
3. From the Bundled list, select whether to enable or disable bundling.
4. Click Update.
About managing interfaces

You can use tmsh or the Configuration utility to configure platform interfaces.
Viewing the status of a specific interface using tmsh
You can use tmsh to view the status of a specific interface on a platform.
tmsh
net
3. Display the current status of a specific interface.
show interface <interface_key>
This is an example of the output that you might see when you run this command on interface 1/1.2 (slot
1, interface 1.2):
----------------------------------------------------------------
Net::Interface
Name Status Bits Bits Pkts Pkts Drops Errs Media
In Out In Out
----------------------------------------------------------------
1/1.2 up 637.8G 5.8M 1.1G 5.7K 1.1G 0 10000SR-FD
Viewing the status of all interfaces using tmsh
You can use tmsh to view the status of all interfaces on the platform.
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tmsh
net
3. Display the current status of all interfaces.
show interface
This is an example excerpt of the output that you might see when you run this command on B2000 Series
blades:
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Net::Interface
Name Status Bits Bits Pkts Pkts Drops Errs Media
In Out In Out
---------------------------------------------------------------------
1/1.1 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.2 up 636.5G 5.5M 1.1G 5.4K 1.1G 0 10000SR-FD
1/1.3 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.4 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.5 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.6 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.7 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.8 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.9 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.10 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.11 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.12 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.13 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.14 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.15 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/1.16 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/2.1 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/2.2 uninit 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/2.3 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/2.4 miss 0 0 0 0 0 0 none
1/mgmt up 248.3M 42.8M 392.2K 16.1K 0 0 1000T-FD
Viewing the status of all interfaces using the Configuration utility
You can use the Configuration utility to view the status of all interfaces on the platform.
1. On the Main tab, click Network > Interfaces.
This displays the list of available interfaces.
2. Click Statistics.
The Statistics screen for all interfaces opens.
About interface media type and duplex mode
All interfaces on the system default to auto-negotiate speed and full duplex settings. We recommend that
you also configure any network equipment that you plan to use with the system to auto-negotiate speed and
duplex settings. If you connect the system to network devices with forced speed and duplex settings, you
must force the speed and duplex settings of the system to match the settings of the other network device.
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Important: If the system is attempting to auto-negotiate interface settings with an interface that has the
speed and duplex settings forced (that is, auto-negotiation is disabled), you will experience severe
performance degradation. This applies to 10GbE and 40GbE interfaces.
By default, the media type on interfaces is set to automatically detect speed and duplex settings, but you
can specify a media type as well. Use the following syntax to set the media type:
tmsh modify net interface <interface_key> media <media_type> | auto
If the media type does not accept the duplex mode setting, a message appears. If media type is set to auto,
or if the interface does not accept the duplex mode setting, the duplex setting is not saved to the
/config/bigip_base.conf file.
Important: Auto-MDI/MDIX functionality is retained when you manually configure an interface to use
specific speed and duplex settings. You can use either a straight-through cable or a crossover cable when
media settings are forced, and you will be able to successfully link to either DTE or DCE devices.
Valid media types

These media types are valid for the tmsh interface command.
Note: This platform might not support all of the media type options that are available in tmsh.
10BaseT half 10GBaseLR full

10BaseT full 10GBaseER full
100BaseTX half 10SFP+Cu full
100BaseTX full 40GBaseSR4 full
1000BaseT half 40GBaseLR4 full
1000BaseT full 100GbaseSR4 full
1000BaseSX full 100GbaseLR4 full
1000BaseLX full auto
1000BaseCX full none
10GBaseT full no-phy
10GBaseSR full
Viewing valid media types for an interface
You can use tmsh to view the valid media types for an interface.
Note: This platform might not support all of the media type options that are available in tmsh.

tmsh
net
3. Display the valid media types for a specific interface:
show running-config interface <interface_key> media-capabilities
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Important: In all Gigabit Ethernet modes, the only valid duplex mode is full duplex.
This is an example of the output that you might see when you run this command on interface 1.3:
net interface 1.3 {

media-capabilities-sfp {
none
auto
1000T-FD
1000LX-FD
1000SX-FD
1000CX-FD
10000SR-FD
10000LR-FD
10000SFPCU-FD
}
}
Network interface LED behavior

The appearance and behavior of the network interface LEDs on the blades indicate network traffic activity,
interface speed, and interface duplexity.
SFP+ port LED behavior

The appearance and behavior of the SFP+ optical interface LEDs indicate network traffic activity, interface
speed, and interface duplexity.
Blade type Link Speed LED Activity LED

B2100/B2150 No link Not lit Not lit
B2100/B2150 1Gbit/s, half duplex Not supported Not supported
B2100/B2150 1Gbit/s, full duplex Amber solid Green (with traffic)
B2100/B2150 10Gbit/s, half duplex Not supported Not supported
B2100/B2150 10Gbit/s, full duplex Green solid Green (with traffic)
QSFP+ port LEDs behavior

The appearance and behavior of the 40GbE QSFP+ optical interface LEDs indicate network traffic activity,
interface speed, and interface duplexity. There are two sets of LEDs for QSFP+ ports. One set is for operation
in 40GbE, and the other set is for operation in 4 x 10GbE.
Blade type Link Speed LED Activity LED

B2250 No link Not lit Not lit
B2250 40 Gbit/s, full duplex Green solid Green (with traffic)
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Transceiver module specifications

For current specification information for optical transceivers that are supported by this platform, see F5
Platforms: Accessories at
Cable pinout specifications

For current pinout information for this platform, see F5® Platforms: Accessories at
Always-On Management
The Always-On Management (AOM) subsystem enables you to manage the VIPRION® 2400 system
remotely using serial console, even if the host is powered down. The AOM Command Menu operates
independently of the BIG-IP® Traffic Management Operating System® (TMOS).
Note: The available functionality and options in AOM vary depending on the platform type.
AOM Command Menu options

The AOM Command Menu provides the Always-On Management options for the VIPRION® 2400 platform.
Note: The availability of menu options varies depending on the platform type.
Letter Option Description

B Set baud rate Configures the baud speed for connecting to AOM using the serial
console. Select from these options:
• 9600
• 19200 (default)
• 38400
• 57600
• 115200
C Capture blade console Captures the console of a specified blade (1-4).

I Display platform information Displays information about the AOM firmware and bootloader,
chassis serial and part numbers, blade serial number, MAC
address, and power status for the active console.
P Power on/off blade Powers a specified blade (1-4) on or off.
R Reset blade Resets a specified blade (1-4) with a hardware reset.
Important: We do not recommend using this option under typical

circumstances. It does not allow for graceful shutdown of the
system.
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Letter Option Description
E Display error report Displays a list of latched events/errors or out-of-range sensors.

Q Quit menu and return to Exits the AOM Command Menu and returns to terminal emulation
console mode.
Accessing the AOM Command Menu from the serial console

You can access the AOM Command Menu through the host console shell (hostconsh) using the front panel
serial console.
Important: The serial console is the only supported method for accessing AOM on this platform.
1. Connect to the system using the serial console.

2. Access the AOM Command Menu.
Esc (
The AOM Command Menu displays.
Capturing a blade console

You can use the AOM Command Menu Capture blade console option to manage the other blades installed
in the chassis.
2. Open the AOM Command Menu.
Esc (
3. Type C to select the Capture blade console menu option.
4. When prompted to select a blade, type the slot number (1-4) for the blade that you would like to manage.
Note: If the specified blade's console is already being redirected, you will be prompted to confirm that
you still want to capture the specified blade's console.
A message similar to this example confirms that you are now viewing the console for the specified blade:
Connecting to blade in slot n...success.
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Platform Installation
About installing the platform

After you have reviewed the hardware requirements and become familiar with the VIPRION® 2400 platform,
you can install the chassis.
Warning: Due to the weight of the platform, at least two people are required to install this chassis into a
rack. Failing to use two people can result in severe personal injury or equipment damage.
Important: Before you install this platform, review the environmental guidelines to make sure that you are
installing and using the platform into a compatible rack and in the appropriate environment.
Important: F5® strongly recommends that you install the chassis into a rack before you install any blades.
This ensures that the weight of the chassis remains manageable as you install the chassis into a rack.
Note: After you install a blade, wait approximately one to two minutes before installing another to ensure
that each blade has sufficient time to boot. When the Status LED is green, the blade is fully booted.
About general recommendations for rack mounting

Although not required, a 1U empty space between chassis makes it easier for you to remove the chassis
from the rack in the event that the chassis requires service. A 1U space between chassis also provides
additional cable routing options.
Leaving at least 100 mm of space from the front panel of the chassis to the rack front or rack door provides
enough room for you to route the cables without excessive bending or insulation damage.
A shelf or similar device is required to support the chassis if only one person is installing the chassis.
Important: This product is sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). F5 recommends that you use proper
ESD grounding procedures and equipment when you install or maintain the unit.
Hardware included with the AC-powered chassis

The VIPRION® 2200 Series AC-powered chassis should include all of the hardware components listed
here.
Quantity Hardware
2 AC power cables (C19 to NEMA 6-20P)
Note: The power cables included with this unit are for exclusive use with this unit and
should not be used with other electrical appliances.
2 Two-point rack mounting brackets (pre-installed on chassis)

1 Four-point rack mounting rail kit (includes two rail assemblies, eight #8-32 thumb screws,
and two cage nuts)
2 Cable routing brackets
2 Cable management covers
Hardware included with blades

VIPRION® B2000 Series blade should include all of the hardware components listed here.
Quantity Hardware
1 RJ45 to DB9 console port cable (beige)
1 RJ45F to RJ45M rolled adapter (beige)
2 SFP+ 10G transceiver modules (B2100 and B2150 only)
1 Electrical static discharge (ESD) strap
Peripheral hardware requirements

For each platform, you might need to provide additional peripheral hardware. If you plan to remotely
administer the system, it would be helpful to have a workstation already connected to the same subnet as
the management interface.
Type of hardware Description

Network hubs, switches, or You must provide networking devices that are compatible with the network
connectors to connect to the interface ports on the platform. You can use either
platform network interface 10/100/1000/10000-Megabit or 40/100-Gigabit Ethernet switches.
ports
External USB CD/DVD drive You can use a USB-certified CD/DVD mass storage device or a USB flash
or USB flash drive drive for installing upgrades and for system recovery.
Note: F5® recommends that external CD/DVD drives be externally

powered.
Serial console You can remotely manage the platform by connecting to a serial console
terminal server through the console port.
Important: In the event that network access is impaired or not yet

configured, the serial console might be the only way to access the chassis.
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Type of hardware Description
You should perform all installations and upgrades using the serial console,
as these procedures require reboots, in which network connectivity is lost
temporarily.
Management workstation on You can use the default platform configuration if you have a management
the same IP network as the workstation set up.
platform
Unpacking the chassis

The VIPRION® 2400 chassis ships in a custom-designed package that protects the product during shipment
and facilitates ease of removal when you are ready to install the chassis into a rack. Due to the weight of
the chassis, there is a specific procedure that you must follow to ensure that you remove the chassis from
its packaging safely and securely.
Warning: To ensure your safety and to prevent damage to the chassis, at least two people are required to
remove this chassis from the shipping box.
1. If you have not already done so, open the top of the shipping box.
2. Remove the accessory box from the foam insert.
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3. Remove the foam insert from the top of the chassis and remove the plastic wrap from the top of the
chassis.
4. Use two people, and have each person grasp one handle and lift straight up to remove the chassis from
the shipping box.
5. Carefully move the chassis to a flat surface and set it down until you are ready to install the chassis into
a rack.
About installing the chassis

You should select a location for installing the VIPRION 2400 chassis that is easy to access for adding or
removing power supplies, the fan tray, or blades. The location should also provide adequate ventilation to
allow sufficient airflow through the platform. The platform employs a negative pressure fan system, which
draws cold air in from the front of the chassis and exhausts hot air out the back of the chassis. After you
have identified the intended location for the platform, you can install the chassis into the rack.
The VIPRION 2400 chassis comes pre-installed with mounting brackets and handles. The mounting brackets
are attached to the front of the chassis, but you can move them to either the middle or back of the chassis,
depending on the configuration of the rack. The handles make it easier to lift the chassis into position for
rack mounting.
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The chassis is designed for 19-inch racks. If you are installing into a wider rack, you will need to provide
adapters. The four-point rack mounting rail kit will not work with 23-inch racks.
Caution: If you have not yet removed the chassis from the shipping box, F5® Networks highly recommends
that you have at least two people remove the chassis from the box. This ensures your safety and prevents
damage to the chassis.
Caution: Do not attempt to lift the enclosure by means of the fan tray module. In the process of doing so,
the fan tray will pull free from the unit, with the potential of damaging the remaining chassis and fan tray.
Important: Before you install this platform, review the environmental guidelines to make sure that you are
installing and using the platform into a compatible rack and in the appropriate environment.
About the two-point rack mounting brackets

You can use the two-point rack mounting brackets if you are installing into a two-post rack.
The two-point rack mounting brackets are pre-installed on the chassis.
Note: You should use the two-point rack mounting brackets to install the platform only if you are installing
into a two-post rack. For installing the platform into all other types of racks or cabinets, you should use
the four-point rack mounting rail kit.
Installing the chassis into a two-post rack
Before you install this platform, review the environmental guidelines to make sure that you are installing
and using the platform in the appropriate environment.
Important: If you are installing the chassis into a rack that does not have threaded holes (for example, a
square hole rack), you need to install cage nuts before you can install the chassis. You should install a
minimum of three cage nuts per side.
After you have installed the two-point rack mounting brackets onto the chassis, you can install the chassis
directly into a two-post rack.
1. Using two or more people, lift the chassis to the appropriate location on the rack.
2. Secure the two-point rack mounting brackets to the rack using a minimum of three manufacturer-provided
rack screws per side.
The chassis must be fastened to the rack securely to provide adequate stability and prevent the chassis
from falling out of the rack.
3. (Optional) You can remove the red handles from the top of the chassis.
After the chassis is installed into a rack, you can install the cable management system and supply power to
the chassis.
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About the four-point rack mounting rail kit

The four-point rack mounting rail kit helps ease installation and removal of the chassis from a rack. The
rails snap into place in the rack, and no tools are required to install a platform using this kit. The rails are
optimized for installation into square hole cabinets, but they can be installed in other cabinet styles, such
as round hole cabinets, using the screws provided. The rails are easily converted to mount to either cabinet
style.
The rail kit includes these parts:
• Two rail assemblies (left and right), which consist of an inner rail that you install onto the chassis and
an outer rail that you install in the rack
• Eight #8-32 thumb screws
• Two cage nuts
Before you install this platform, review the environmental guidelines to make sure that you are installing
and using the platform in the appropriate environment.
Figure 8: Four-point rack mounting rail kit
For information about installing the platform using the four-point rack mounting rail kit, see the instruction
guide provided by the manufacturer, which is included with the kit hardware. After you slide the unit into
the rack, use the thumbscrew on the bracket to lock the unit in place. If the thumbscrew does not reach the
rack cage nut, insert a customer-provided rack screw through a slot in the bracket to lock the unit to the
rack.
Figure 9: Four-point rack mounting brackets installed on a chassis
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Important: The maximum rack mount depth supported by the four-point rack mounting rails is 38 inches
(96.52 cm). Using the rails in a rack deeper than this might cause the brackets to be overextended and cause
a structural failure.
After the chassis is installed into a rack, you can install the cable management system, and then supply
power to the chassis. Optionally, you can remove the red handles from the top of the chassis.
Installing the cable management system

After you have installed and secured the chassis to a rack, you can install the cable management system.
1. Locate the cable routing brackets and covers included with the chassis.
The brackets and covers are in an accessory box that is included with the chassis.
2. Attach the cable routing brackets to the appropriate location on the chassis (front, middle, or rear) by
tightening the captive screws clockwise until they are completely secured.
Note: You attach the cable management covers to the brackets after you connect the power supply
cables to the power supplies and connect all other cables.
About grounding the chassis

You should ground the platform after you install it in a rack. The chassis grounding stud is located behind
the nameplate on the front of the chassis.
Do not secure multiple bonding or grounding connectors with the same bolt. The grounding connectors do
not need to be removed to perform service or installation procedures. You can connect other bonding or
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grounding conductors to a grounding connector provided a reliable bond between the connector and the
equipment is not disturbed during installation, service, or maintenance of the platform.
Important: All copper grounding cable compression-type terminal lugs used for grounding must meet all
appropriate safety standards.
Note: The VIPRION 2400 platform must be grounded to a common bonding network (CBN).
Figure 10: Chassis grounding stud
Connecting the chassis grounding stud to the ground terminal

You will need these tools to properly ground the chassis:
• Crimping tool
• Single (AC) or double (DC) ring ground terminal lug
• For AC installations, one 14 AWG copper wire long enough to reach from the chassis to the common
bonding network (CBN)
• For DC installations, one 8 AWG copper wire long enough to reach from the chassis to the common
bonding network (CBN)
After the chassis is installed in the rack and before you provide power to the system, you need to connect
the grounding hardware.
1. Use a #2 Philips screwdriver to remove the name plate located on the front of the chassis to expose the
chassis grounding stud.
2. Remove the M6 Keps nut from the stud.
3. Use a crimping tool to crimp the copper ground wire to a single ring ground terminal lug.
4. Attach the single ring ground terminal lug to the chassis grounding stud.
5. Reinstall the M6 Keps nut to the grounding stud.
Use 16 to 18 inch-pounds (1.8 to 2.0 Newton-meters) of torque on the M6 Keps nut.
6. Connect the ground wire to a common bonding network (CBN).
7. Use a #2 Philips screwdriver to reinstall the name plate.
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About powering the VIPRION 2400 AC platform

The AC platform ships with two power cords that you must use with the installed power supplies to power
the chassis.
Important: Do not install blades or disconnect blades from the chassis before supplying power to the
chassis.
Important: Do not use any power cords other than those specifically designed for the VIPRION 2400
platform.
Caution: The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect device; ensure that the socket-outlet is
located or installed near the equipment and is easily accessible.
Attention: Le cordon d'alimentation est utilisé comme interrupteur général. La prise de courant doit être
située ou installée à proximité de l'équipement et être facile d'accès.
Caution: This unit has more than one power supply cord. Disconnect two power supply cords before
servicing to avoid electric shock.
Attention: Cet appareil comporte plus d'un cordon d'alimentation. Afin de prévenir les chocs électriques,
débrancher les deux cordons d'alimentation avant de faire le dépannage.
Powering the AC platform

You can connect the power cables to the platform after you install the chassis into a rack.
1. On the front of the chassis, locate the power supplies.
2. Attach a power cord to the outlet and press firmly until it is fully seated.
3. Plug the power cord into an approved power source.
4. Repeat this process for each power supply in the chassis.
5. Guide the power cables through the cable routing brackets.
6. Attach the cable management covers to the cable routing brackets by using a Phillips screwdriver, if
necessary.
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About powering the VIPRION 2400 DC platform

If you ordered DC power as a factory option, your VIPRION® 2400 platform comes pre-installed with DC
power supplies.
Before you power this VIPRION DC platform, see Guidelines for DC-powered equipment and Guidelines
for VIPRION DC platform installation.
Connecting DC power to the platform
Important: Be sure that the DC power source is off and the ground lug is connected to the ground terminal
before you connect the platform to the DC power source.
After you have assembled the DC input connector, you can connect the platform to the DC power source.
When you connect the DC power source, you should also follow the safety requirements defined for your
network operations center (NOC).
1. Plug the assembled DC input connector into the outlet of the DC power supply and press firmly until it
is fully seated.
If the connector does not readily insert into the power supply, you might need to manually align it.
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2. Secure the DC input connector to the power supply by tightening the captive screw clockwise until it is
secured to the power supply completely.
Note: The top screw secures the DC input connector to the power supply, and the bottom screw secures
the power supply to the chassis.
3. Connect the DC power cord to an approved power source.

For more information about voltage input requirements, see Chassis hardware specifications.
6. Attach the cable management covers to the cable routing brackets by using a #2 Phillips screwdriver,
if necessary.
7. Power on the DC power source.
The system begins to boot.
About installing blades

The VIPRION® 2400 chassis supports up to four B2000 Series blades.
Note: F5® does not support mixing blade models in a chassis.
When you initially receive the chassis, the slots that can contain these blades are filled with blanks. A blank
must be installed in each empty slot to ensure proper thermal management and regulatory compliance. To
add a new blade, you first remove the blank from the corresponding slot and then insert the blade. Be sure
to keep the blanks in case you need to change the blade configuration later. You should not operate the
chassis for an extended period of time without all slots populated.
Note: Ensure that you supply power to the chassis prior to installing any blades.
Note: In the four-slot VIPRION 2000 Series chassis, you should install blades into the chassis in this order:
• Upper left slot (1)
• Lower left slot (2)
• Upper right slot (3)
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• Lower right slot (4)
Note: After you install a blade, wait approximately one to two minutes before installing another to ensure
that each blade has sufficient time to boot. When the Status LED is green, the blade is fully booted.
Removing a blank
If a blank is installed in the slot where you want to install a blade, you must remove it. If the slot does not
contain a blank, you can skip this procedure.
1. Select the slot in which you want to insert the blade.
2. Loosen the captive screws on either side of the blank with a #2 Phillips screwdriver, if necessary.
3. Grasp the two captive screws on the front of the blank and pull straight out to remove the blank from
the chassis.
Removing a blade
You can remove a blade from the chassis without powering down the system.
1. Identify the blade that you would like to remove from the chassis.
2. Halt the blade:
a) Connect to the blade using the serial console.
b) Halt the blade.
halt
The blade is halted when the system displays: halted.
3. Disconnect all cables and remove any optical modules.

4. Loosen the captive screws on either side of the blade with an appropriate screwdriver, if necessary.
5. Grasp the two latches on the front of the blade and pull toward you.
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6. Fully extend the latches on both sides of the blade and pull out toward you to remove the blade.
If you are not going to insert a replacement blade, you must install a blank in the open slot.
Installing a blade
Check if a blank is in the slot in which you want to install a blade. If so, you must first remove it.
You can install a blade in the chassis without powering down the system.
1. Fully extend the latches, located on each side of the blade, into the open position.
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2. Carefully lift the blade and insert it into the empty slot.
3. Slide the blade into the slot until it is fully seated and the latches engage.
4. Tighten the captive screws clockwise until they are secured to the chassis completely.
Important: The captive screws must be tightened properly to ensure that the blade has a strong
connection to the chassis.
5. Repeat this process with each blade until all blades are secured in the chassis.
Note: After you install a blade, wait approximately one to two minutes before installing another to
ensure that each blade has sufficient time to boot. When the Status LED is green, the blade is fully
booted.
Connecting the cables and other hardware

After you have installed the chassis into the rack, connect the cables and other hardware.
Note: Serial (hard-wired) failover is not currently supported between VIPRION chassis. If you would like
to set up device service clustering (DSC®), previously known as a redundant system configuration, you must
configure network failover. For more information, see BIG-IP Device Service Clustering:
Administration at support.f5.com.
1. If you are using the default network configured on the management interface, connect an Ethernet cable
to the management port.
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Note: For EMI compliance, shielded cables are required for the management port, and the shield must
be grounded at both ends.
2. Connect the platform to a serial console server.
Important: In the event that network access is impaired or not yet configured, the serial console might
be the only way to access the chassis. F5® strongly recommends that you perform all installations and
upgrades using the serial console, as these procedures require reboots, in which network connectivity
is lost temporarily.
• Connect the serial console cable supplied by F5 to the CONSOLE port.
Note: The default baud rate and serial port configuration is 19200/8-N-1.
• Connect the RJ45F to RJ45M rolled serial adapter to the CONSOLE port if you are connecting the
system to a serial console server with a standard CAT5 cable, and then connect the CAT5 cable to
the adapter. The adapter provides the appropriate pinout connection to your equipment.
Figure 11: The RJ45F to RJ45M rolled serial (pass-through) adapter
3. Connect power to installed power supplies:

• For AC-powered systems, connect a power cable to the power input panel on all installed power
supplies, and then connect the cable to the power source.
• For DC-powered systems, connect a DC cable to each power supply and then connect the cable to
your DC mains power source.
You can now assign a cluster IP address to the system, and then license and provision the software.
Optionally, you should run the QKView utility. This utility collects configuration and diagnostic information
about your system into a single file that you can provide to F5 Support to aid in troubleshooting. For more
information, see support.f5.com/csp/article/K1858.
About cluster management

The management IP address for a cluster is known as the cluster IP address. The cluster IP address enables
you to access the browser-based Configuration utility to configure other aspects of the product, such as the
product license, VLANs, trunks, and so on. Connecting to the cluster IP address connects you to the primary
blade in the system.
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With VIPRION® platforms, you assign cluster IP addresses on a per-cluster basis. Initially, all blades installed
in the chassis belong to a single default cluster. During the initial setup, you only need to assign a single
cluster IP address.
A blade within a cluster is known as a cluster member. You can assign a management IP address to each
cluster member.
Important: When you configure an IP address for a blade, that IP address corresponds to the slot in which
the blade resides. If you replace that blade with another, the new blade automatically receives the
previously-configured management IP address, provided that a second operating blade is installed in the
system. At least one operational blade is required at all time to preserve the existing configuration data.
You can manage clusters using these methods:

• USB LCD module
• config utility
• tmsh commands
Configuring the cluster IP address from the LCD

You can use the USB LCD module to configure the cluster IP address. The options for cluster and blade
management are located in the Cluster menu item under the System menu.
Note: The USB LCD module is an optional device that is not included with the platform by default. It works
only with VIPRION® 2000 Series platforms.
Note: When using the LCD to manage clusters, be sure to use the Commit menu option after changing each
setting. Alternatively, you can change all cluster-related settings and use the Commit option to save all
settings at once.
1. Press the X button to access the LCD menus.

2. Use the arrow keys to select System and press the Check button.
3. Use the arrow keys to select Cluster and press the Check button.
4. Use the arrow keys to select Cluster Mgmt and press the Check button.
5. Use the arrow keys to select Cluster IP and press the Check button.
The LCD panel shows the current IP address of the cluster. The default value is 192.168.1.246.
6. Use the arrow keys to configure the IP address of the cluster.
7. Press the X button until you return to the Cluster Mgmt menu.
8. Use the arrow keys to select Commit and press the Check button.
The system saves the new IP address for the cluster. You can now access the browser-based Configuration
utility using the cluster IP address you assigned.
Configuring the cluster IP subnet mask from the LCD
You can use the LCD module to configure the cluster IP subnet mask.
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5. Use the arrow keys to select Cluster IP Mask and press the Check button.
The LCD shows the current subnet mask address of the cluster. The default value is 255.255.255.0.
6. Use the arrow keys to configure the subnet mask of the cluster.
The system saves the new subnet mask for the cluster.
Configuring the default gateway IP address for the cluster from the LCD
You can use the LCD module to configure the default gateway IP address for the cluster.
5. Use the arrow keys to select Gateway and press the Check button.
The LCD shows the current gateway IP address of the cluster. The default value is 0.0.0.0.
6. Use the arrow keys to configure the gateway IP address of the cluster.
The system saves the new default gateway IP address for the cluster.
Configuring the management IP address of a cluster member from the LCD
You can use the LCD module to configure the management IP address of a cluster member.
4. Use the arrow keys to select Cluster Mbrs and press the Check button.
5. Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate blade (Blade [1-4] Mgmt) and press the Check button.
6. Use the arrow keys to select Blade Mgmt IP and press the Check button.
The LCD shows the current IP address of the blade. The default value is 0.0.0.0.
7. Use the arrow keys to configure the IP address of the blade.
8. Press the X button until you return to the Blade [1-4] Mgmt menu.
The system saves the new IP address for the blade.
Configuring the cluster IP address using the config utility

You can configure the cluster IP address using the config utility after you connect a blade to a serial
console.
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2. Start the config utility.
config
The config utility displays.
3. Follow the prompts to configure the cluster IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address for the
management port.
The system saves the new IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address for the cluster. You can now access
the browser-based Configuration utility using the cluster IP address you assigned.
Configuring the cluster IP address using tmsh

You can configure the cluster IP address using tmsh after you connect a blade to a serial console.
2. Set the cluster IP address and subnet mask.
tmsh modify sys cluster default address <ip_address/mask>
Example: tmsh modify sys cluster default address 192.168.217.44/24
3. Set the default gateway for the cluster.
tmsh modify sys management-route default gateway <gateway_ip>
Example: tmsh modify sys management-route default gateway 172.20.80.254
4. Write the running configuration to the stored configuration files.
tmsh sys save [base-config | config]
The system saves the new IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address for the cluster. You can now access
the browser-based Configuration utility using the cluster IP address you assigned.
Licensing the platform

Once the cluster IP address is configured for the platform, you can use the browser-based Configuration
utility to license the appropriate BIG-IP software.
1. Using a Web browser, navigate to the cluster IP address that you assigned to the VIPRION system.
Use this format, where <cluster_ip_address> is the cluster IP address you assigned:
https://<cluster_ip_address>
2. Type admin as the user name and admin as the password.
If this is the first time you have accessed the Configuration utility, the first screen you see is the License
screen.
3. Follow the instructions in the Configuration utility to license the platform.
For more information about licensing the system, click the Help tab.
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Verifying blade availability

At this point, you have installed the VIPRION platform, powered it, installed blades, assigned a cluster IP
address to the system, and licensed it for use. Next, you need to ensure that the blades are recognized by
the software and available for processing network traffic.
1. Using a Web browser, navigate to the cluster IP address that you have assigned to the VIPRION platform.
The Configuration utility opens.
2. On the Main tab, click System > Clusters.
The Clusters screen opens.
3. In the Cluster Members area, verify that all blades listed have a green status icon in the Status column.
The green circle icon indicates that the cluster member is available.
Now you have installed a VIPRION platform successfully and prepared it for use on your network. The
next steps involve further configuration of the platform by adding the trunks, VLANs, and self IP addresses
that are necessary for the system to manage your network traffic effectively.
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Platform Maintenance
About maintaining the platform

The VIPRION® 2400 platform contains several components that you can replace individually without
exchanging the entire system. This platform contains these replaceable components:
• AC power supply
• DC power supply
• Fan tray
• Storage drive assembly
Note: Applies only to the B2100 blade with hard disk drive (HDD).
• Blades
About AC power supplies

The VIPRION® 2400 platform supports one to two hot swappable AC power supplies. The power supplies
are auto-ranging from 100-127VAC to 200-240VAC input.
The platform supports power redundancy, which ensures that the system is unaffected if a single power
supply fails in a system containing more than one power supply.
Figure 12: A power supply partially removed from the platform
Caution: Running without all power supplies installed in the platform can affect cooling and electromagnetic
interference (EMI). If a power supply fails, you can leave it installed in the chassis and remove the power
cord until you receive a replacement supply; the system, however, will continue to log errors.
Caution: The power socket outlet should be installed near the equipment and easily accessible.
Note: Depending on the model and revision type of the power supply, you might need either a Phillips or
a slotted screwdriver to replace the power supply.
Removing a power supply

Before you can replace a power supply, you must remove the existing supply from the chassis, if one is
installed.
Important: If the chassis has at least one blade operating and you would like uninterrupted operation,
make sure that one of the power supplies remains installed and operational during the replacement process.

2. Disconnect power from the power supply that you would like to remove.
Note: When you face the front of the chassis, power supply 1 is on the left, and power supply 2 is on
the right.
3. Loosen the captive screw on the power supply eject lever with a #1 Phillips screwdriver, if necessary.
4. Raise the power supply eject lever.
5. Grasp the lever and pull straight toward you to eject the power supply from the power supply bay.
Installing a power supply

If a power supply is already installed in the bay where you are installing the replacement supply, disconnect
power from the power supply prior to removing the supply. When you face the front of the chassis, power
supply 1 is on the left, and power supply 2 is on the right.
You can add or replace a power supply as part of routine maintenance or in the event of a power supply
failure.
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make sure that one of the power supplies is installed and operating during the replacement process.
1. Remove the existing supply, if one is installed.

2. Slide the new power supply into the empty power supply bay.
3. Lower the power supply eject lever to fully seat the power supply in its bay.
4. Secure the power supply in its bay by tightening the screw in the middle of the power supply eject lever.
Note: The screw that holds the ejector handle in place is captive and cannot be removed from the
assembly.
After you install the power supply, you can apply power to it.
About DC power supplies

The VIPRION® 2400 platform supports up to two hot swappable DC power supplies.
The platform supports power redundancy, which ensures that the system is unaffected if a single power
supply fails in a system containing more than one power supply. The DC power supply includes a DC input
connector, which is composed of a DC lock assembly and a DC plug. Connect the wires from the DC power
source to the DC input connector, and then insert the connector into the DC power supply.
The DC power supply does not have an on/off switch. You can control the power from the rack switch or
the DC power source.
Caution: Before installing a DC power supply, be sure that the DC power source for the rack is powered
off.
Caution: Running without all power supplies installed in the platform can affect cooling and electromagnetic
interference (EMI). If a power supply fails, you can leave it installed in the chassis and remove power from
the power supply until you receive a replacement supply; the system, however, will continue to log errors.
Caution: Before you begin to work with one of these platforms, refer to the DC-powered equipment
environmental warnings for this platform and review any safety requirements for the facilities where the
DC-powered platforms will be installed.
Important: The platform must be installed in a RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATION, such as a central
office or customer premises environment.
Note: All copper grounding cable must meet all appropriate safety standards and local electric codes.
Note: You should coat bare conductors with an appropriate antioxidant compound before you make crimp
connections. You should bring all unplated connectors, braided strap, and bus bars to a bright finish and
then coat them with an antioxidant before you connect them.
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Note: The platform must be grounded to a common bonding network (CBN).
Note: The battery return terminals on the platform are in an isolated DC return (DC-I) configuration.
Removing a power supply

Before you can replace a power supply, you must remove the existing supply from the chassis, if one is
installed.

2. Disconnect power from the power supply that you would like to remove.
Note: When you face the front of the chassis, power supply 1 is on the left, and power supply 2 is on
the right.
3. Loosen the captive screw on the power supply eject lever with a #1 Phillips screwdriver, if necessary.
4. Raise the power supply eject lever.
5. Grasp the lever and pull straight toward you to eject the power supply from the power supply bay.
Installing a DC power supply

If a power supply is already installed in the bay where you are installing the replacement supply, disconnect
the DC power for the power supply prior to removing the supply. When you face the front of the chassis,
power supply 1 is on the left, and power supply 2 is on the right.
You can add or replace a DC power supply as part of routine maintenance or in the event of a power supply
failure.
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1. Remove the existing supply, if one is installed.

2. Slide the new DC power supply into the empty power supply bay.
3. Lower the power supply eject lever to fully seat the power supply in its bay.
4. Secure the power supply by tightening the captive screw on the power supply eject lever.
assembly.
Wiring the DC connector

You will need these components to wire the DC power supply:
• Wire stripping tool
• Two 6 AWG copper wires long enough to reach from the platform to the DC power source
The DC power supply for the VIPRION® 2400 platform includes the components needed to assemble the
DC connector: a DC lock assembly and a DC plug.
Figure 13: VIPRION 2400 DC power supply, lock assembly, and plug
1. Use the wire stripping tool to remove 3/8 inch (9.56 mm) of insulation from the end of each 6 AWG
wire.
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Important: Be sure to remove the appropriate amount of insulation from each wire. If you remove too
much insulation, exposed wire protruding from the DC plug can create an electrical hazard. If you do
not remove enough insulation, the wire might not make proper contact with the terminal.
2. Thread the exposed conductor ends of the wires through the opening in the lock assembly.
3. Insert the exposed red (+) and black (-) conductors into the appropriate connectors on the DC plug.
Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the corresponding release hole on the DC plug to allow the
conductor to be freely inserted into the contact opening.
4. Snap the plug into the lock assembly.
Connecting DC power to the platform
Important: Be sure that the DC power source is off and the ground lug is connected to the ground terminal
before you connect the platform to the DC power source.
After you have assembled the DC input connector, you can connect the platform to the DC power source.
When you connect the DC power source, you should also follow the safety requirements defined for your
network operations center (NOC).
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1. Plug the assembled DC input connector into the outlet of the DC power supply and press firmly until it
is fully seated.
If the connector does not readily insert into the power supply, you might need to manually align it.
2. Secure the DC input connector to the power supply by tightening the captive screw clockwise until it is
secured to the power supply completely.
Note: The top screw secures the DC input connector to the power supply, and the bottom screw secures
the power supply to the chassis.
3. Connect the DC power cord to an approved power source.

For more information about voltage input requirements, see Chassis hardware specifications.
6. Attach the cable management covers to the cable routing brackets by using a #2 Phillips screwdriver,
if necessary.
7. Power on the DC power source.
The system begins to boot.
About the fan tray

The VIPRION® 2400 platform has a removable fan tray that is designed to maintain airflow throughout the
chassis. You can change or replace the fan tray as part of the routine maintenance of the unit, or in the event
of a fan failure. The fans in the fan tray run constantly while the unit is on. Over time, the fans can wear
out, requiring you to replace the fan tray.
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Figure 14: Fan tray in the platform
Replacing the fan tray

You can replace the fan tray as part of routine maintenance or in the event of a fan tray failure. You do not
need special tools to replace the fan tray. You do not need to power down the unit when replacing the fan
tray; however, do not leave the unit operating without a fan tray for longer than 30 seconds.
Caution: Operating the unit without a fan tray for more than 30 seconds might cause permanent damage.
1. Stand at the back of the platform and locate the ejector handles on the left and right sides of the fan tray.
2. Extend the fan tray handles and remove the fan tray from the chassis by pulling straight toward you.
3. Place the new fan tray into the fan tray bay.
4. Push the fan tray into the chassis until it is seated firmly in the fan tray bay.
When seated, the fan tray automatically powers up and begins circulating air through the chassis.
Important: Use only the fan tray handles to seat the fan tray in the chassis. Using the edges of the fan
tray could result in pinched fingers.
About the storage drive assembly

By default, VIPRION® B2000 Series blades contain one storage drive assembly that contains either one
hard disk drive (HDD) or one solid-state drive (SSD).
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Replacing a storage drive assembly

You can change or replace a storage assembly that contains a storage drive (hard disk drive or solid-state
drive) in a VIPRION® B2000 Series blade as part of the routine maintenance of the unit or in the event of
a drive failure.
1. Remove the blade from the chassis that contains the drive assembly to be replaced.
2. Remove the existing drive assembly, if one is installed:
a) Loosen the drive assembly screw by turning it counterclockwise with a Phillips screwdriver, if
necessary.
assembly.
b) Grasp the screw, lift the drive assembly slightly, and then rock the connector gently from side-to-side
as you pull to remove the hard drive assembly from the blade.
3. Slide the new drive assembly into the bay.

Be sure to place the bottom of the assembly under the cable connectors.
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4. Tighten the screw into place.

The drive assembly is connected to the system when you tighten the screw completely.
5. Place the blade back into the chassis.
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Environmental Guidelines
General environmental guidelines

The VIPRION® 2400 platform is an industrial network appliance that is designed to be mounted in a standard
19-inch EIA rack. Follow these guidelines to adhere to safety precautions:
• Install the rack according to the manufacturer's instructions and check the rack for stability before placing
equipment in it.
• Build and position the rack so that once you install the platform, the power supply and the vents on both
the front and back of the unit remain unobstructed. The platform must have adequate ventilation around
the unit at all times.
• Do not allow the air temperature in the room to exceed 104°F (40°C).
• Do not plug the unit into a branch circuit shared by more electronic equipment than the circuit is designed
to manage safely at one time.
Caution: Customers should not attempt to replace batteries. There is a risk of explosion if a battery is
replaced with an incorrect type. Field technicians should dispose of used batteries according to the
instructions.
Attention: Il y a risque d'explosion si la batterie est remplacée par une batterie de type incorrect. Mettre
au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions.
Guidelines for the AC-powered platform

An AC-powered installation must meet these requirements:
• Install the unit using a 20 amp external branch circuit protection device.
• Normally, one power feed is used for each individual power supply.
Note: The power cables included with this unit are for exclusive use with this unit and should not be used
with other electrical appliances.
Note: These guidelines apply to STATIONARY PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT TYPE A with simultaneous
multiple connections to the AC MAINS SUPPLY:
• The building installation shall provide a means for connection to protective earth; and
• The equipment is to be connected to that means; and
• A SERVICE PERSON shall check whether or not the socket-outlet from which the equipment is to be
powered provides a connection to the building protective earth. If not, the SERVICE PERSON shall
arrange for the installation of a PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONDUCTOR from the separate protective
earthing terminal to the protective earth wire in the building.
Note: High leakage current. Earth connection essential before connecting supply.
Guidelines for the DC-powered platform

A VIPRION® DC-powered installation must meet these requirements:
• Install the unit using a 50 amp external branch circuit protection device.
• One power feed must be used for each individual power supply.
• For permanently connected equipment, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect in the fixed wiring.
• Use only copper conductors.
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• The DC MAINS powering the equipment shall be connected to protective earth.
Note: The power supply for the VIPRION® DC platform does not have an on/off switch. You control the
power from the DC power source.
Note: You must use copper wire for the ground wire and all lead wires.
Note: You should coat bare conductors with an appropriate antioxidant compound before you make crimp
connections. You should bring all unplated connectors, braided strap, and bus bars to a bright finish, and
then coat them with an antioxidant before you connect them.
Platform airflow diagram

When you install the platform into a rack, it is important to understand the unit’s airflow direction so that
you can ensure proper cooling.
The platform employs a negative pressure fan system, which draws cold air in from the front of the chassis
and exhausts hot air out the back of the chassis.
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Figure 15: Airflow in the VIPRION 2400 platform
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Platform Specifications
General specifications for system features

This table lists general specifications for the VIPRION® 2400 platform.
Item Specification
Transceiver modules hot swap Support for hot swap of transceiver modules
Dynamic routing protocols BFD, BGP4, IS-IS, OSPFv2, OSPFv3, RIPv1/RIPv2, RIPng
Jumbo frames Support for maximum Ethernet frame size of 9216 bytes and MTU of
9128 bytes
Virtual Clustered Supports provisioning and managing multiple, hosted instances of the
Multiprocessing™ (vCMP™) BIG-IP software on a single hardware device
Important: Specifications are subject to change without notification.
Blade hardware specifications

This table lists hardware specifications for VIPRION B2000 Series blades.
Specification B2100 B2150 B2250

Dimensions Proprietary to fit F5 Networks chassis
Weight 9.5 pounds (4.3 kg) 9.5 pounds (4.3 kg) 10.0 pounds (4.5 kg)
® ® ® ®
Processor 1 x Quad-Core Intel Xeon 1 x Quad-Core Intel Xeon 1 x 10-Core Intel® Xeon®
processor (total 8 processor (total 8 processor (total 20
hyperthreaded logical hyperthreaded logical hyperthreaded logical
processor cores) processor cores) processor cores)
Communication 8 x 1GbE/10GbE SFP+ fiber 8 x 1GbE/10GbE SFP+ fiber 4 x 40GbE QSFP+ fiber
interfaces ports ports ports
1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet 1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet 1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Management port Management port Management port
1 x RJ45 console port 1 x RJ45 console port 1 x RJ45 console port
1 x RJ45 failover port 1 x RJ45 failover port 2 x USB 2.0 interfaces
2 x USB 2.0 interfaces 2 x USB 2.0 interfaces
Hard drive 1 x 300 GB hard disk drive 1 x 400 GB solid-state drive 1 x 800 GB SSD
capacity (HDD) (SSD)
RAM 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB

Important: F5 only provides support for F5-branded or F5-provided optical modules.
Chassis hardware specifications

This table lists hardware specifications for the VIPRION® 2400 chassis.
Item Specification
Dimensions H: 6.89 inches (17.5 cm) x W: 17.64 inches (44.8 cm) x D: 21.18 inches (53.8 cm)
rack-mount chassis
Weight Fully-loaded system (4 blades, 2 power supplies, 1 fan tray): 95.5-97.5 pounds
(43.3-44.2 kg)
Half-loaded system (2 blades, 2 power supplies, 2 blank line cards, 1 fan tray):
77.5-78.5 pounds (35.2-35.6 kg)
Empty chassis (3 blank line cards, 0 power supplies, 0 blades, 1 fan tray): 42.5
pounds (19.3 kg)
Power supply: 7.5 pounds (3.4 kg)
B2100 blade: 9.5 pounds (4.3 kg)
Blank line card: 0.5 pounds (0.2 kg)
Fan tray: 6.5 pounds (2.9 kg)
Processor See blade specifications
Hard drive capacity See blade specifications
RAM See blade specifications
AC power input 2 x 100-127 VAC (1200W)/200-240 VAC (1400W) auto-ranging
requirements 16A per input line (max)
DC power supply 1 to 2 x 1400W 44 to 65 VDC
44A per input (max)
Chassis environmental operating specifications

This table lists environmental operating specifications for the VIPRION® chassis.
Item Specification
Operational temperature 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Operational relative humidity 5 to 85% at 104°F (40°C)
Non-operational temperature -40 to 158°F (-40 to 70°C)
Non-operational humidity 5 to 95% at 40°C non-condensing
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About AC power requirements

When working with an AC-powered VIPRION® platform, it is important to understand the AC power
options and requirements.
About AC power cables

The power cable supplied with the hardware is a 220V high-line input cable. This type of cable requires a
NEMA 6-20R wall outlet or a region-specific equivalent. Region-specific power cables are available from
F5® Networks.
Note: The power cables included with this unit are for exclusive use with this unit and should not be used
with other electrical appliances.
AC power redundancy provisioning

This VIPRION® platform supports up to two AC power supplies. The power supplies are auto-ranging
100-127VAC (low-line) to 200-240VAC (high-line) input, and can supply 1200W output power at low-line
and 1400W output power at high-line. The fan tray is provisioned to draw up to 100W. Each slot is
provisioned to draw up to 275W, if needed; therefore, one power supply with low-line input can support
one, two, three, or four B2000 Series blades, plus the fan tray with no redundancy. The same supply with
high-line input can also support up to four B2000 Series blades. If redundancy is desired in any configuration,
simply add the second power supply at either low- or high-line input. This table shows some of the possible
blade and power supply redundancy configurations.
No redundancy 1 + 1 redundancy
Blade type Blade quantity Supplies Supplies Supplies Supplies
(low-line) (high-line) (low-line) (high-line)
B2100 1 (350W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
available) available) available) available)
2 (600W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
3 (850W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
4 (1100W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
B2150 1 (350W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
2 (600W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
3 (850W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
4 (1100W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
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No redundancy 1 + 1 redundancy
Blade type Blade quantity Supplies Supplies Supplies Supplies
(low-line) (high-line) (low-line) (high-line)
B2250 1 (350W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
2 (600W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
3 (850W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
4 (1100W) 1 (1200W 1 (1400W 2 (2400W 2 (2800W
AC platform power consumption (low-line input)

The actual amount of power draw from the AC source depends on the type and number of blades, as well
as the power supply AC source voltage and redundancy configuration. This table shows possible
configurations for low-line voltage, and the typical and maximum power draw.
Blade Typical Maximum Typical Maximum Number of

quantity system power system power system heat system heat power supplies
and type draw (W) draw (W) (BTU/hr) (BTU/hr) installed
Chassis only < 75 < 100 < 250 < 340 1 or 2
1 x B2100 245 370 840 1265 1
2 x B2100 430 610 1470 2085 1
3 x B2100 615 870 2100 3890 1
4 x B2100 805 1140 2750 3890 1
1 x B2100 275 395 940 1350 2
2 x B2100 455 635 1555 2170 2
3 x B2100 640 885 2185 3020 2
4 x B2100 835 1120 2850 3825 2
1 x B2150 245 370 840 1265 1
2 x B2150 430 610 1470 2085 1
3 x B2150 615 870 2100 2970 1
4 x B2150 805 1140 2750 3890 1
1 x B2150 275 395 940 1350 2
2 x B2150 455 635 1555 2170 2
3 x B2150 640 885 2185 3020 2
4 x B2150 835 1120 2850 3825 2
1 x B2250 275 395 940 1350 1
2 x B2250 480 670 1640 2290 1
3 x B2250 675 960 2305 3280 1
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4 x B2250 905 1295 3090 4420 1
1 x B2250 305 420 1045 1435 2
2 x B2250 500 695 1710 2375 2
3 x B2250 695 950 2375 3245 2
4 x B2250 900 1235 3075 4215 2
AC platform power consumption (high-line input)

The actual amount of power draw from the AC source depends on the type and number of blades, as well
as the power supply AC source voltage, and redundancy configuration. This table shows possible
configurations for high-line input, and the typical and maximum AC mains power draw.

Chassis only < 100 < 100 < 340 < 340 1 or 2
1 x B2100 250 360 855 1230 1
2 x B2100 430 605 1470 2065 1
3 x B2100 610 850 2085 2905 1
4 x B2100 800 1090 2730 3720 1
1 x B2100 280 385 960 1315 2
2 x B2100 460 625 1570 2135 2
3 x B2100 635 860 2170 2935 2
4 x B2100 820 1095 2800 3740 2
1 x B2150 250 360 855 1230 1
2 x B2150 430 605 1470 2065 1
3 x B2150 610 850 2085 2905 1
4 x B2150 800 1090 2730 3720 1
1 x B2150 280 385 960 1315 2
2 x B2150 460 625 1570 2135 2
3 x B2150 635 860 2170 2935 2
4 x B2150 820 1095 2800 3740 2
1 x B2250 270 395 925 1350 1
2 x B2250 480 665 1640 2270 1
3 x B2250 675 970 2305 3310 1
4 x B2250 905 1245 3090 4250 1
1 x B2250 305 415 1045 1420 2
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2 x B2250 500 690 1710 2355 2
3 x B2250 700 955 2390 3260 2
4 x B2250 900 1245 3075 4250 2
DC power requirements
When working with a DC-powered VIPRION® 2400 platform, it is important to understand the DC power
options and requirements.
The platform supports up to two hot swappable DC power supplies. One power supply powers a chassis
that contains zero to four blades, with no redundancy. Two power supplies power a chassis with any blade
configuration, with full redundancy.
DC platform power consumption

The actual amount of power draw from the DC power source depends on the type and number of blades,
and the redundancy configuration. This table shows several possible configurations, and the typical and
maximum power draw.

Chassis only < 100 < 100 < 340 < 340 1 or 2
1 x B2100 240 335 820 1145 1
2 x B2100 415 555 1420 1895 1
3 x B2100 595 830 2035 2835 1
4 x B2100 775 1085 2645 3705 1
1 x B2100 255 355 875 1215 2
2 x B2100 430 585 1470 2000 2
3 x B2100 605 825 2065 2820 2
4 x B2100 785 1060 2680 3620 2
1 x B2150 240 335 820 1145 1
2 x B2150 415 555 1420 1895 1
3 x B2150 595 830 2035 2835 1
4 x B2150 775 1085 2645 3705 1
1 x B2150 255 355 875 1215 2
2 x B2150 430 585 1470 2000 2
3 x B2150 605 825 2065 2820 2
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4 x B2150 785 1060 2680 3620 2
1 x B2250 255 370 875 1265 1
2 x B2250 450 640 1540 2185 1
3 x B2250 645 915 2205 3125 1
4 x B2250 840 1215 2870 4150 1
1 x B2250 270 385 925 1315 2
2 x B2250 465 640 1590 2185 2
3 x B2250 665 895 2270 3055 2
4 x B2250 850 1200 2905 4095 2
Safety requirements
This equipment complies with these safety requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC.
EC Type Examination Certificates:
EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009
IEC 60950-1:2005, 2nd Edition
CB Scheme
UL 60950-1 2nd Edition, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-07 Master Contract: 252302
EMC requirements
USA--FCC Class A, Canada--Industry Canada Class A

This equipment complies with Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules for Class A digital devices, Industry
Canada ICES-003, Issue 5. Operation is subject to these two conditions:
• This equipment may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
European Union
This equipment complies with these requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC:
As Telecommunication Network Equipment (TNE) in Both Telecom Centers and Other than Telecom
Centers per (as applicable):
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Directive Required Limits

EN 300 386 V1.5.1 2010
EN 55022:2006 + Class A
C1:2006
EN 61000-3-2:2006
A1:2009 + A2:2009
EN 61000-3-3:2008
IEC 61000-4-2 6 kV (Direct), 8 kV (Air)
IEC 61000-4-3 3 V/m 80-1000MHz, 10 V/m 800-960 MHz and
1400-2700 MHz
IEC 61000-4-4 1 kV AC and DC Power Lines, 0.5 kV Signal Lines
IEC 61000-4-5 2 kV AC Line-Gnd, 1 kV AC Line-Line and Outdoor
Signal Lines, 0.5 kV Indoor Signal Lines > 10m.
IEC 61000-4-6 3V
IEC 61000-4-11
As Information Technology Equipment (ITE) Class A per (as applicable):

Directive Required Limits
EN 55024:2010
EN 55022:2010 Class A
EN 61000-3:2008
EN 55024:2010
IEC61000-4-2 4 kV (Direct), 8 kV (Air)
IEC61000-4-3 3 V/m
IEC61000-4-4 1 kV AC Power Lines, 0.5 kV Signal and DC Power
Lines
IEC61000-4-5 2 kV AC Line-Line and Outdoor Signal Lines, 2 kV AC
Line-Gnd, 0.5 kV DC Power Lines
IEC61000-4-6 3V
IEC61000-4-11
Acoustic, airflow, and altitude specifications

This table lists acoustic levels, airflow movement, and operational altitude specifications for the VIPRION®
2400 platform.
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Specification type Detail Units Chassis with

blade
Maximum acoustic output 1 Front dBA 75
Left dBA 71
Right dBA 72
Rear dBA 81
Altitude 2 Operational Feet 6000
Non-operational Feet 40,000
Airflow 3 Entire chassis CFM 581
1
All measurements taken at 0.6 meter with two power supplies operational and fans at 100% duty cycle. Measurements
recorded in decibels A-weighting (dBA).
2
Per BELCORE GR-63-CORE, section 4.1.3: This unit is functional when installed at elevations between 60m (197 feet)
below sea level and 1800m (6000 feet) above sea level at the aisle ambient temperatures of 40°C.
3
Fan tray airflow measurements taken at 100% duty cycle and in open air.
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China RoHS Requirements
RoHS declaration
The object of this declaration is in conformity with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and
of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment.
Hazardous substance levels for China

This table shows how the VIPRION® 2400 platform components conform to the Restriction of Hazardous
substances Directive (RoHS) standards for China.
China RoHS Requirements
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Repackaging Guidelines
About repackaging the platform

The VIPRION® 2400 chassis and blades are designed to be shipped and packaged separately. If it becomes
necessary to transport the platform to another location or return it to F5® Networks, these guidelines will
help ensure that you repackage the platform properly.
Important: Before returning any equipment, contact F5 to obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
case number.
Important: You must use shipping materials and packaging provided by F5 when repackaging the platform.
Note: Be sure to keep a record of the tracking number and ship date. These will be needed to track lost
shipments.
Note: Do not include any cables, removable XFP/SFP/SFP+ modules, GBICs, or other peripheral items
if you are returning the platform to F5 Networks.
Repackaging the chassis

The VIPRION® 2400 chassis must be shipped empty (with no blades installed) and in F5®-provided
packaging.
1. Disconnect the power cords and other cables from the platform.
2. (Optional) Install the chassis handles if they are not already installed to help ease removal of the chassis
from the rack.
3. Remove all blades from the chassis.
4. Remove the chassis from the rack.
5. Place the empty chassis onto the shipping box.
6. Cover the chassis with the plastic wrap.

7. Place the foam insert on top of the chassis.
8. Place the accessory box on the foam insert.
9. Close and seal the shipping box.
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Repackaging a blade
The VIPRION® B2000 Series blades must be shipped in F5-provided packaging.
1. Disconnect the network cables and other cables from the blade, and then remove any optical modules.
2. Loosen the captive screws on either side of the blade.
3. Grasp the two latches on the front of the blade and pull toward you.
4. Fully extend the latches on both sides of the blade and pull out toward you to remove the blade from
the chassis.
5. Place the blade into the antistatic bag, and then place the bagged blade into the black conductive wrapper
sheet.
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6. Close the black wrapper sheet by securing the tabs on the left and right sides of the box.
7. Place the foam cover on top of the blade box.
8. Close the blade box.
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9. Install the foam end caps onto the outside edges of the blade box, and then place the blade box into the
outer shipping box.
10. Close and seal the outer shipping box.
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Returned Material Data Security Statement
About returned material data security

Follow these data security guidelines when returning equipment to F5® for reprocessing or repair. The
guidelines include reprocessing procedures and optional customer-end procedures.
About memory technologies used in F5 equipment

F5® equipment contains volatile, battery-backed volatile, and non-volatile memory. Volatile memory loses
all traces of data on power down. Battery-backed volatile memory retains data as long as battery charge is
maintained. Non-volatile memory retains data indefinitely.
Volatile memory
Volatile memory loses all traces of data on power down; therefore, customer data that is stored in volatile
memory is secure when power is removed from the platform. No further action is required by customers
for equipment that includes volatile memory.
Battery-backed volatile memory

This F5® platform contains a coin battery for maintaining BIOS settings and the system clock. All data
maintained by the coin battery is used only for system specific tasks. No customer data is maintained by
the battery-backed volatile memory. No further action is required by customers for equipment that includes
volatile memory.
Non-volatile memory
F5® platforms include various non-volatile memory components. These non-volatile memory components
can be categorized as either user inaccessible or user accessible.
Inaccessible non-volatile memory components are programmed during manufacture or software installation.
The data stored in user inaccessible non-volatile memory is used for setting voltage levels, determining the
sequence of operational events, and the managing appliance operational condition. Data held within user
inaccessible, non-volatile memory represents no data security risk to customers. User inaccessible, non-volatile
memory cannot be modified by appliance users, and therefore, contains no customer data.
Inaccessible non-volatile memory

This table lists the inaccessible non-volatile memory in this system.
Returned Material Data Security Statement
Description Data Customer data

Programmable firmware stores Firmware No
Switch Card SEEPROM Platform ID, serial number, part number, and No
so on.
PHY EEPROMs PHY MAC address No
Accessible non-volatile memory

This table lists the accessible non-volatile memory in this system. Not all platform variants include all of
these non-volatile memory items.
Description Data Customer data Data security method

®
Hard disk drive (HDD) F5 product software, Yes Standard reprocessing or
customer configuration, customer removal
and log files
Solid-state drive (SSD) F5 product software, Yes Standard reprocessing or
customer configuration customer removal
and log files
Always-On Management AOM boot code and Yes Standard reprocessing or
(AOM) Flash chip customer custom customer action
(soldered-down flash configuration
chip)
FIPS card (if present) FIPS security domain and Yes Standard reprocessing or
private keys customer action
About removing data from F5 components

For components that contain sensitive customer data and cannot be removed from your F5® system, you
can take optional steps to remove the data from these components before you return the system to F5 for
processing.
Removing sensitive data from storage drives

The hard disk drive (HDD) and solid-state drive (SSD) components included in F5® platforms might include
sensitive customer data. If you purchase the HDD removal SKU, you can remove the HDD/SSD and coin
battery, and these components will be replaced during F5 reprocessing. Otherwise, HDD and SSD components
are processed by F5 through standard processing. You can perform a disk erase operation on your system
to remove sensitive customer data.
Perform a disk erase operation using one of these methods:
• On systems running BIG-IP® software version 11.6.0 and later, you can use the F5 Disk Erase
utility to remove all data on hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs) using a single-pass,
zero write disk erase operation. For more information, see
support.f5.com/csp/article/K15521.
• On systems running earlier versions of BIG-IP software, you can create and use a bootable USB
drive to rebuild the system with a clean image of BIG-IP software. This runs a disk erase operation
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and removes the master boot record (MBR). For more information, see F5 Platforms: Essentials at
support.f5.com/kb/en-us/products/big-ip_ltm/manuals/product/f5-plat-hw-essentials.html.
Removing IP address data from Always-On Management

If you have configured an IP address for the Always-On Management (AOM) subsystem, you can remove
the customized IP address from the system before returning it to F5® Networks.
2. Open the AOM Command Menu.
Esc (
3. Assign a new management IP address, netmask, and gateway:
• To use DHCP to assign the addresses, type y when prompted about using DHCP.
• To manually assign the addresses, type n when prompted about using DHCP. At the prompts, type
values for IP address (required), netmask (required), and gateway (optional).
A confirmation message displays the configured management IP address, netmask, and gateway.
4. (Optional) Type i to verify the assigned addresses.
Removing sensitive data from an internal hardware security module (HSM)

If the system includes an internal hardware security module (HSM), also referred to as a FIPS card, you
can remove the sensitive customer data from HSM before returning it to F5® Networks.
Important: The HSM cannot be removed from the platform.
1. Use the Configuration utility to delete all key/certificate pairs.

a) On the Main tab, click System > File Management > SSL Certificate List.
This displays the list of certificates installed on the system.
b) Select the certificates that you want to delete and click Delete.
This removes all .crt, .exp, and .key files from the system.
2. Log in to the command line of the system using an account with root access.
3. Initialize the HSM and reconfigure it using fictitious data.
run util fips-util -f init
For more information on using this command on a FIPS platform, see BIG-IP® Platform: FIPS
Administration at support.f5.com.
Important: This deletes all keys and makes any previously exported keys unusable.
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Publication Date
This document was published on February 7, 2020.
Publication Number
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Copyright
Copyright © 2020, F5 Networks, Inc. All rights reserved.
F5 Networks, Inc. (F5) believes the information it furnishes to be accurate and reliable. However, F5 assumes
no responsibility for the use of this information, nor any infringement of patents or other rights of third
parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent,
copyright, or other intellectual property right of F5 except as specifically described by applicable user
licenses. F5 reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice.
Export Regulation Notice

This product may include cryptographic software. Under the Export Administration Act, the United States
government may consider it a criminal offense to export this product from the United States.
RF Interference Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference, in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant
to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This unit 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, at his own expense, will be required to take
whatever measures may be required to correct the interference.
Any modifications to this device, unless expressly approved by the manufacturer, can void the user's authority
to operate this equipment under part 15 of the FCC rules.
Canadian Regulatory Compliance

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Standards Compliance
This product conforms to the IEC, European Union, ANSI/UL and Canadian CSA standards applicable to
Information Technology products at the time of manufacture.
Brazil Compliance
This product is homologated by ANATEL, in accordance with the procedures regulated by Resolution n.
242/2000 and meets the technical requirements applied.
This product is homologated by ANATEL, in accordance with the procedures regulated by Resolution n.
242/2000 and meets the technical requirements applied including the exposure limits of the Specific
Absorption Rate for electric, magnetic and electromagnetic fields of radio frequency in accordance with
Resolutions 303/2002 and 533/2009.
This equipment is not subject to the protection from harmful interference and may not cause interference
with duly authorized systems.
For more information, see the ANATEL website at www.anatel.gov.br.
VCCI Class A Compliance

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which
case the user may be required to take corrective actions. VCCI-A
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Index
Index
10G direct attach copper cables 21 blades (continued)
40GbE interfaces installing 35
about 16 LED status 12
breakout cable 16 mixing blade models in chassis 33
bundling 16 removing 34
configuring bundling using tmsh 16 verifying availability 41
ordering components 16 blanks
about 33
removing 34
A breakout cable 16
acoustic specifications 64
AC power cord C
connecting 31
AC-powered equipment cable management system
cables 59 installing 29
connecting to a power source 31 cables
guidelines 54 10G direct attach copper 21
power consumption with high-line input 61 connecting 36
power consumption with low-line input 60 cage nuts 27
powering 31 CD/DVD-ROM drives
power provisioning 59 support for 24
AC power requirements chassis
about 59 about 7
AC power supply environmental operating specifications 58
about 43 grounding 29
airflow ground wire 47
chassis installation 26 hardware included with AC chassis 23
specifications 64 installing into a two-post rack 27
Alarm LED operational temperature 58
behavior 14 repackaging 71
blade standard operating state 12 unpacking 25
blade status 12 ventilation 53, 55
alerts chassis grounding stud
clearing 10 connecting to ground terminal 30
defining custom alerts 14 Check button
altitude specifications clearing alerts 10
operational 64 China material content listing, See China RoHS Directive
Always-On Management (AOM) standards.
capturing blade console 22 China RoHS Directive standards
hostconsh 21 67
AOM, See Always-On Management (AOM). declaration 67
AOM Command Menu clear alert operation 10
21 cluster default gateway IP address
accessing using serial console 22 configuring 39
options for 21 cluster IP address
AOM IP address data about 37
removing 79 configuring using config utility 39
Auto-MDI/MDIX 18 configuring using LCD 38
configuring using tmsh 40
cluster IP subnet mask
B configuring 38
battery replacement 53 cluster member
blades configuring management IP address 39
about 8 clusters
about installing 33 default cluster 37
halting 34 management 37
hardware included with blades 24 Configuration utility
High Availability (HA) status 12 licensing the platform 40
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config utility grounding stud

accessing using serial console 39 connecting to ground terminal 30
console port grounding the chassis 29
location 8 guidelines
cooling system AC-powered equipment 54
platform 55 DC-powered platform 54
D H
data communications equipment (DCE) 18 hard disk drive (HDD)
data terminal equipment (DTE) 18 replacing the drive assembly 50
Date and Time screen 10 hardware
DC connector AC-powered equipment 54
assembling and preparing 47 DC-powered platform 54
DC input connector hardware installation
connecting to power supply 32, 48 planning 23, 26
DC-powered equipment hardware requirements
power consumption 62 peripherals 24
DC-powered platform hardware security module (HSM)
connecting to a power source 32 removing data 79
guidelines 54 hardware specifications 57–58
powering 32, 48 hard-wired failover 36
DC power supply hazardous substance restrictions, See China RoHS Directive
about 45 standards.
DC connector 47 Hold mode 10
wiring the DC connector 47 hostconsh
device service clustering (DSC) 36 defined 21
DSC, See device service clustering (DSC). hot swap
duplex mode 18 of power supply 43
dynamic routing protocols 57 of transceiver modules 57
hubs 24
E
I
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) certifications 63
electrostatic discharge (ESD) 23, 26, 33, 53 indicator LEDs
EMC certifications 63 about 11
environmental guidelines 67 AC power supply 13
See also China RoHS Directive standards. actions 11
environmental operating specifications 58 alert conditions 14
environmental warnings 67 blades 12
See also China RoHS Directive standards. DC power supply 13
ESD, See electrostatic discharge (ESD). fan tray 13
Ethernet hubs interface command
requirements 24 valid media types 19
interface mode 18
interfaces
F 40GbE 16
failover cable 36 configuring 17
failover port duplex mode 18
location 8 managing 17
fan tray media type 18
about 49 QSFP+ 15
indicator LEDs 13 SFP+ 15
replacing the fan tray 50 supported transceivers 15
FIPS cards, See hardware security module (HSM). viewing status of all interfaces using Configuration utility
four-point rack mounting rail kit 28 18
viewing status of all interfaces using tmsh 17
viewing status of a specific interface using tmsh 17
G viewing valid media types 19
Gigabit Ethernet 24
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J P
jumbo frames 57 pass-through adapter, See RJ45F to RJ45M rolled serial
adapter.
pinouts
L cables 21
LCD menus 10 specifications 21
LCD module, USB platform
about 9 about 7
backlight option 10 cooling system 55
brightness option 10 installing 23
contrast option 10 replaceable components 43
control buttons 10 unpacking 25
menus 10 ventilation 53, 55
pausing on a screen 10 platform airflow 55
LEDs platform specifications 57–58
blades 12 power cables
license AC 59
configuring 40 power supplies, AC
indicator LEDs 13
power supplies, DC
M indicator LEDs 13
power supply
maintenance
installing a DC power supply 46
DC power supply 46
installing a power supply 44
fan tray 50
removing 44, 46
power supply 44
wiring the DC connector 47
management IP address, See cluster IP address.
Product version screen 10
management IP address for cluster member, See cluster
member.
management port Q
connecting 36
location 8 QKView utility 36
memory technologies QSFP+ interfaces
about 77 See also 40GbE interfaces.
battery-backed volatile memory 77 configuring bundling using the Configuration utility 17
non-volatile memory 77 LEDs 20
volatile memory 77 See also 40GbE interfaces.
mixed chassis 33
R
N rack mount
negative pressure fan system 55 chassis spacing 23
network interface LEDs four-point rack mount 28
appearance of 20 general environmental guidelines 53
QSFP+ 20 two-point rack mount 27
SFP+ 20 rack mount installation
network interfaces 19-inch rack 26
blades 15 23-inch rack 26
supported transceivers 15 redundancy
network interface specifications, See transceiver module system 36
specifications. redundant system configuration, See device service clustering
non-volatile memory (DSC).
types 77 remote administration 24
repackaging
about 71
O blades 73
chassis 71
operational temperature 58
replaceable components
optical interfaces
about 43
location 8
AC power supply 43
Options menu 10
DC power supply 45
fan tray 49
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replaceable components (continued) switches 24

storage drive assembly 50 system
returned material data security resetting 21
about 77 resolving when locked up 21
accessible non-volatile memory 78 System menu 11
battery-backed volatile memory 77
inaccessible non-volatile memory 77
memory technologies 77
T
non-volatile memory 77 TMOS, See Traffic Management Operating System.
removing data from components 78 tmsh, See Traffic Management Shell.
volatile memory 77 Traffic Management Operating System
RJ45F to RJ45M rolled serial adapter 36 relation to AOM 21
RMA 71 Traffic Management Shell 15
Rotate mode 10 transceiver module specifications 21
transceivers
S supported 15
transporting the platform 71
safety agency approvals 63 two-point rack mounting brackets
Screens menu 10 about 27
serial console installing into a rack 27
hardware installation 24, 36 two-post rack
serial failover 36 chassis installation 27
SFP+ interfaces
LEDs 20
SFP hot swap 57
U
solid-state drive (SSD) unpacking
replacement policy 50 chassis 25
specifications USB flash drives
acoustic 64 support for 24
airflow 64 USB LCD module
altitude 64 about 9
blades 57 using 9
chassis 58 USB port
chassis environmental operation 58 supported CD/DVD-ROM drives 24
China RoHS 67
system features 57
standard operating state V
blade Alarm LED 12
vCMP 57
blade Status LED 12
ventilation 53, 55
Status LED
Virtual Clustered Multiprocessing, See vCMP.
blade standard operating state 12
blade status 12
storage drive assembly W
about 50
replacing 51 warnings
storage drives environmental 53
removing sensitive data 78
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Installing the cable management system..............................................................29

Chassis environmental operating specifications..............................................................58

China RoHS Requirements......................................................................................................67

Returned Material Data Security Statement...........................................................................77

About the platform

About the chassis

The fan tray is on the back of the chassis.

Figure 2: Back view of the chassis

About the blades

Figure 3: Front view of the B2100/B2150 blade

Figure 4: Front view of the B2250 blade

USB LCD module

Figure 5: USB LCD module

Using the USB LCD module

About LCD menus

Contrast Sets the contrast of the LCD.

Option Description Suboptions

Configures the management IP addresses Cluster Mbrs

Indicator LED actions

Blade indicator LEDs

Blade standard operating states

Blade LED status conditions

Fan tray indicator LED

AC power supply indicator LEDs

SYS Indicates these conditions:

DC power supply indicator LEDs

SYS Indicates these conditions:

LED alert conditions

Defining custom alerts

1. Open a command prompt on the system.

3. Using a text editor, such as vi or Pico, open the /config/user_alert.conf file.

alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_POOL_MEMBER_MON_DOWN "Pool member (.*?):(.*?) monitor

alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_POOL_MEMBER_MON_UP "Pool member (.*?):(.*?) monitor

5. Save the file and exit the text editor.

About blade interfaces

B2100 Series blades

Figure 6: B2250 blade interfaces and LEDs

About 40GbE interfaces

40 GbE QSFP+ components

Figure 7: An example of a 40 GbE QSFP+ breakout cable

You can order these 40 GbE QSFP+ components from F5®:

Configuring bundling for 40GbE interfaces using tmsh

Configuring bundling for 40GbE interfaces using the Configuration utility

About managing interfaces

Viewing the status of a specific interface using tmsh

Viewing the status of all interfaces using tmsh

1. Open the Traffic Management Shell (tmsh).

Viewing the status of all interfaces using the Configuration utility

About interface media type and duplex mode

tmsh modify net interface <interface_key> media <media_type> | auto

Valid media types

10BaseT half 10GBaseLR full

Viewing valid media types for an interface

1. Open the Traffic Management Shell (tmsh).

net interface 1.3 {

Network interface LED behavior

SFP+ port LED behavior

Blade type Link Speed LED Activity LED

alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_POOL_MEMBER_MON_DOWN "Pool member (.?):(.?) monitor

alert BIGIP_MCPD_MCPDERR_POOL_MEMBER_MON_UP "Pool member (.?):(.?) monitor