Aruba 7280 Installation Manual

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| 3 Contents Preface...................................................................................................... 5 Guide Overview.........................................................................................................5 Related Documentation...........................................................................................5 Contacting Support ................................................................................................5 7280 Controller .................................................................................... 7 Package Checklist .................. ...

Specifications, Safety, and Compliance .......................................... 31 7280 Specifications.................................................................................................31 Physical .............................................................................................................31 Power Supply Specifications...........................................................................31 Operating Specifications.................................................................................31 Storage Specifications .................................................... ...

Preface | 5 Preface This document describes the hardware features of the Aruba 7280 Controller. It provides a detailed overview of the physical and performance characteristics of each controller model and explains how to install the controller and its accessories. Guide Overview  Chapter 1, “7280 Controller” on page 7 provides a detailed hardware overview of the 7280 controller and each of its components.  Chapter 2, “Installation” on page 19 describes how to install the 7280 controller in a number of ways and how to install each its components.  Chapter 3, “Specifications, Safety, and Compl ...

7280 Controller | 7 Chapter 1 7280 Controller The Aruba 7280 Controller is a wireless LAN controller that connects, controls, and intelligently integrates wireless Access Points (APs) and Air Monitors (AMs) into a wired LAN system. The 7280 controller includes the following five models, and they do not differ physically or functionally from each other:  7280-US: For the United States of America  7280-RW: For the rest of the world  7280-JP: For Japan  7280-IL: For Israel  7280-EG: For Egypt The 7280 controller has the following port configuration: Package Checklist Inform your supplier if there a ...

Aruba 7280 Controller | Installation Guide 7280 Controller Components This section introduces the component and its location in the Aruba 7280 controller. Figure 1 shows the front panel of the Aruba 7280 controller and Figure 2 shows the back panel of the Aruba 7280 controller. Figure 1 Front Panel of the Aruba 7280 Controller Figure 2 Back Panel of the Aruba 7280 Controller The following table lists the components on the Aruba 7280 controller: M6 x 7 mm Grounding Screws 2 Power Cable 1 Micro-USB Cable 1 Rubber Feet 4 Aruba 7280 Start-up Guide (Printed) 1 End User License Agreement (Printed) 1 Table 3 Package Contents (Continued) ...

7280 Controller | 9 40 GbE QSFP+ Ports The Aruba 7280 controller includes two 40 GbE QSFP+ ports labeled 0-3 and 4-7. It is recommended to use Aruba supported QSFP+ transceivers in these ports. Each 40 GbE QSFP+ port is equipped with four Link LEDs above the port allowing you to monitor the status on the port. These ports also support 40G split cable (4 x 10G). The following table describes the Link LED behavior for each mode: Supported QSFP+ Modules and DAC Cables QSFP+ modules are a compact, hot-pluggable transceiver used for data communications applications. It interfaces networking hardware to a fiber opti ...

Aruba 7280 Controller | Installation Guide Direct attach cables (DACs) are installed in an uplink port in the same manner as an QSFP+ module. Following is the list of QSFP+ modules and DAC cables supported in 7280 controllers:  QSFP+ modules:  JH231A— HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO SR4 Transceiver  JH232A— HPE X142 40G QSFP+ LC LR4 SM Transceiver  JH233A— HPE X142 40G QSFP+ MPO eSR4 300M Transceiver  DAC cables:  JH234A— HPE X242 40G QSFP+ to QSFP+ 1m Direct Attach Copper Cable  JH235A— HPE X242 40G QSFP+ to QSFP+ 3m Direct Attach Copper Cable  JH236A— HPE X242 40G QSFP+ to QSFP+ 5m Direct Attach Copper ...

7280 Controller | 11 Supported SFP/SFP+ Modules and DAC Cables SFP/SFP+ modules, also known as mini-GBICs, are hot-swappable and provide optical or copper connections to other devices. Direct attach cables (DACs) are installed in an uplink port in the same manner as an SFP/SFP+ module. For the list of Aruba approved DAC cables and SFP/SFP+ modules for controllers, see Table 7 and Table 8. Other non-approved third-party optics or DAC cables are not tested or supported by Aruba on controllers; therefore, Aruba does not guarantee their proper functionality when used with Aruba controllers. Table 7 Supported DAC ...

Aruba 7280 Controller | Installation Guide USB Interface The Aruba 7280 controller is equipped with a USB 2.0 interface. See Figure 5 on page 14. A USB storage device can be used to save and upload configurations to the controller. USB functions are controlled through the LCD panel on the front of the controller. For more information on the LCD panel and its functions, see “LCD Panel” on page 14. Console Port Use the serial CONSOLE port to allow direct local management. See Figure 5 on page 14. This port is a RJ-45 female connector that accepts an RS-232 serial cable with a male connector. Figure 3 Serial Console Port Pin-Out ...

7280 Controller | 13 Serial Console Port Adapter A modular adapter can be used to convert the female RJ-45 connector to a male DB9 connector. See Figure 4 for complete details. Figure 4 RJ-45 (Female) to DB9 (Male) Modular Adapter Conversion Micro USB Console Connector The Aruba 7280 controller is equipped with a micro USB (type B) connector that provides console access for direct local access. See Figure 5 on page 14. If both micro USB and RJ-45 console ports are connected, the micro USB connection takes precedence over the RJ-45 console connection. Micro USB Driver To use the micro USB console port, you mus ...

Aruba 7280 Controller | Installation Guide Power, Status, and Peered LEDs The front panel also includes power, status, and peered LEDs that provide basic monitoring of the overall status of the Aruba 7280 controller. See Figure 5. Figure 5 Ports, LEDs, and LCD Panel The following table show the LED indicators and the corresponding status: LCD Panel The Aruba 7280 controller is equipped with an LCD panel (see Figure 5 on page 14.) that displays information about the controller’s status and provides a menu that allows basic operations such as initial setup and reboot. The LCD panel displays two lines of text with a maximum of 16 c ...

7280 Controller | 15 The LCD panel is operated using the two navigation buttons to the right of the screen.  Menu: Allows you to navigate through the menus of the LCD panel.  Enter: Confirms and executes the action currently displayed on the LCD panel. LCD Mode Menu The LCD mode menu includes four modes as shown in the following table. Disabling the LCD Screen By default, the LCD screen is enabled. However, if the 7280 controller is deployed in a location without physical security, the LCD screen can be disabled through the CLI. When disabled, pushing one of the navigation buttons will only illuminate th ...

Aruba 7280 Controller | Installation Guide Additionally, it is possible to disable only the maintenance menu. This allows you to change the LED behavior and view the device status but prevent upgrades and configuration changes. To disable the LCD screen, enter the Enable mode and use the following CLI commands: (host) #configure terminal (host) (config) #lcd-menu (host) (lcd-menu) #disable menu To disable only the Maintenance menu or one of its sub-menus, enter the Enable mode and use the following CLI commands: (host) #configure terminal (host) (config) #lcd (host) (lcd-menu) #disable menu maintenance ? factory-default halt-system ...

7280 Controller | 17 Hot Swapping Hot swapping allows you to replace a failed fan module, making it unnecessary to shut down the 7280 controller during the replacement procedure. PSU Slot 0 The Aruba 7280 controller is equipped with a 550W power supply, which is an autosensing, load- sharing, redundant power supply module that supports an input voltage of 100 VAC to 240 VAC. Each power supply has a country-specific power cord for connection to an AC power outlet. The Aruba 7280 controller is shipped with one hot-swappable, field-replaceable, AC power supply in PSU slot 0 and one filler panel in PSU slot 1. The ...

Aruba 7280 Controller | Installation Guide Amber (blinking) at 1 Hz Warning! Power supply module can operate normally but high temperature without protection, fan speed slow down, voltage lower, high power, and high current. Off No power. Table 13 Power Supply Module LED (Continued) Indicator Status ...

Installation | 19 Chapter 2 Installation This chapter describes how to install an Aruba 7280 controller using the many mounting options available. The 7280 controller ships with an accessory kit that includes the equipment needed to install the controller in standard, 19-inch telco rack.  “Precautions” on page 19  “Selecting a Location” on page 20  “Rack Mounting- Standard” on page 20  “Rack Mount Installation- Mid” on page 22  “Table or Shelf Installation” on page 23  “Wall Mounting” on page 23  “Connecting and Disconnecting the AC Power Cord” on page 25 ...

Aruba 7280 Controller | Installation Guide  Comply with electrical grounding standards during all phases of installation and operation of the product. Do not allow the controller’s chassis, network ports, power supply, or mounting brackets to contact any device, cable, object, or person attached to a different electrical ground. Also, never connect the device to external storm grounding sources.  Perform installation or removal of the chassis or any module in a static-free environment. Proper use of anti-static body straps and mats is strongly recommended.  Modules must be kept in anti-static packaging when not installed in ...