Enterasys Networks Enterasys Platinum Distributed Forwarding Engine 7G4285-49 - Manual (Page 68)

Overview of DFE Module Shutdown Procedure
4-10 Troubleshooting
Overview of DFE Module Shutdown Procedure
The DFE modules installed in a Matrix E7, Matrix N3, Matrix N5, or Matrix N7 chassis are
interdependent and operate under a single IP address as a single, distributed switch
system (hardware, databases, and persistent storage). In this operating environment, the
DFE module must shut down in an orderly fashion to ensure that the other modules in the
system and other devices on the network are notified of the impending change. The
device(s) can then make intelligent decisions and stabilize the network before the change
is made; thereby increasing network availability.
You can shut down a DFE module in an operating system using the OFFLINE/RESET
switch shown in
Figure 4‐3 . There are two procedures to shut down a DFE module.
• Recommended shutdown procedure (“ Recommended Shutdown Procedure Using
OFFLINE/RESET Switch ” on page 4‐11)
• Last resort shutdown procedure (not recommended) (“ Last Resort Shutdown
Procedure Using OFFLINE/RESET Switch ” on page 4‐12)
User parameters (IP
address, device and
module name, etc.)
were lost when the
module power was
cycled, the front
panel OFFLINE/
RESET switch was
pressed. Position of Mode switch (7),
Persistent Data Reset, was
changed sometime before
either cycling power or
pressing the OFFLINE/RESET
switch, causing the user-
entered parameters to reset to
factory default settings.
Clear Persistent Data that was
set through Local
Management.
The DFE module was moved
either from slot-to-slot or from
chassis-to-chassis.
Reenter the lost parameters as
necessary. Refer to the Enterasys Matrix
DFE-Platinum Series Configuration Guide
for the instructions to configure the DFE
module.
If the problem continues, contact
Enterasys Networks for technical support.
Table 4-2 Troubleshooting Checklist (continued)
Problem Possible Cause Recommended Action
Caution: Do not remove a DFE module from an operating chassis system before reading
the following information and instructions.
Precaución: Antes de retirar los módulos DFE del chasis en funcionamiento, lea las
siguientes instrucciones y la información suministrada.