Supported Control Devices
NETLABPE control devices provide internal connectivity, console access, and managed power. Control devices are dynamically managed by NETLABPE and are not accessible or configurable by end users.
NETLAB+ Control Plane
Control Switches
Control Switch
NETLABPE uses a control switch to provide connectivity between the NETLABPE server, access servers, remote PCs, and switched outlet devices. Control switches are not accessed by lab users.
The following table lists the Cisco switch models supported by NETLABPE for use as a control switch.
| Cisco Switch Model | Minimum Required Image | Number of Available VLANs |
|---|---|---|
| Catalyst 2950-12 | 12.1(22)EA2 | 641 |
| Catalyst 2950-24 | 12.1(22)EA2 | 641 |
| Catalyst 2950C-24 | 12.1(22)EA2 | 250 |
| Catalyst 2950G-12-EI | 12.1(22)EA2 | 250 |
| Catalyst 2950G-24-EI | 12.1(22)EA2 | 250 |
| Catalyst 2950G-48-EI | 12.1(22)EA2 | 250 |
| Catalyst 2950T-24 | 12.1(22)EA2 | 250 |
| Catalyst 2960-24 | 12.2.25 | 255 |
| Catalyst 2960-48 | 12.2.25 | 255 |
| Catalyst 3550-12 | 12.1(22)EA2 | 1000 |
| Catalyst 3550-24 | 12.1(22)EA2 | 1000 |
| Catalyst 3550-48 | 12.1(22)EA2 | 1000 |
1These models are not recommended, due to the limit of available VLANs.
Access servers
Access Server
Access servers provide console connections to lab equipment. Using this approach, users can access lab gear even when no configurations have been loaded in the lab devices. NETLABPE proxies all connections through the access server. This special proxy allows simultaneous sharing of console ports and allows all users to access the lab environment using a single IP address and single remote access port.
The following table lists the Cisco devices supported by NETLABPE for use as an access server.
| Cisco Model | Ports Provided | Required Image |
|---|---|---|
| NM-32A Module in Cisco Router (2811, 2610/11/20/21) | 32 | 12.0(5)T or later |
| NM-16A Module in Cisco Router (2811, 2610/11/20/21) | 16 | 12.0(5)T or later |
| 2511-RJ | 16 | 12.0(5)T or later |
| 2511 (octal cables) | 16 | 12.0(5)T or later |
| 2509-RJ | 8 | 12.0(5)T or later |
| 2509 (octal cables) | 8 | 12.0(5)T or later |
Switched Outlet Devices
Switched Outlet Device
Switched outlets provide managed electrical power, allowing NETLABPE and users to turn lab equipment on and off. The power of each managed device in a NETLABPE equipment pod is connected to an American Power Conversion (APC) Switched Rack PDU. This provides three functions:
- Reboot devices during NETLABPE automated operations.
- Allow users to control power of a lab device (making password recovery possible).
- Power off devices when not in use to reduce energy and cooling requirements.
Each APC Switched Rack PDU provides eight (8) managed outlets.
The following table lists the Switched Outlet devices supported by NETLABPE.
| Switched Outlet Device | Outlets | Voltage | Outlet Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| APC 7900 Switched Rack PDU | 8 | 120V |
NEMA 5-15R
|
| APC 7920 Switched Rack PDU | 8 | 208V |
IEC 320 C13
|
| APC 9211 Master Switch (end of sales) |
8 | 120V |
NEMA 5-15R
|
| APC 9212 Master Switch (end of sales) |
8 | 208V |
IEC 320 C13
|
The AP7920 and AP9212 are for countries with 200-240 VAC power. Eight (8) IEC-320 C13 outlets are provided. This will require (8) C13 to C14 power cords such as the AP9870 (sold separately). One (1) IEC-320 C14 inlet is provided on the input side. The C14 connector is the same used on a Cisco router or switch.
For additional assistance with power related issues please contact the Professional Edition distributor SIGMAnetAcad.