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Maintaining MX2010 Packet Forwarding Engine Components

date_range 09-Mar-21

Maintaining MX2010 MPCs

Purpose

The router can have up to 10 Modular Port Concentrators (MPCs) mounted vertically in the MPC card cage at the front of the chassis. For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the MPCs.

Action

On a regular basis:

  • Check the LEDs on the craft interface directly above each MPC slot. The green LED labeled OK lights steadily when a MPC is functioning normally.

  • Check the OK/FAIL LED on the MPC. For more information, see MX Series Interface Module Reference. If the MPC detects a failure, the MPC sends an alarm message to the Routing Engine.

  • Check the status of installed MPCs by issuing the CLI show chassis fpc command to check the status of installed MPCs. As shown in the sample output, the value Online in the column labeled State indicates that the MPC is functioning normally:

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    user@host> show chassis fpc
                         Temp  CPU Utilization (%)   Memory    Utilization (%)
    Slot State            (C)  Total  Interrupt      DRAM (MB) Heap     Buffer
      0  Online            59     13          0       2048       16         14
      1  Online            59     13          0       2048       16         14
      2  Online            58     14          0       2048       17         14
      3  Online            58     18          0       2048       17         14
      4  Online            58     13          0       2048       16         14
      5  Online            61     10          0       2048       18         13
      6  Online            62     10          0       2048       18         13
      7  Online            61      9          0       2048       18         13
      8  Online            61     10          0       2048       18         13
      9  Online            60      9          0       2048       11         13
    

    For more detailed output, add the detail option. The following example does not specify a slot number, which is optional:

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    user@host> show chassis fpc detail
    Slot 0 information:
      State                                 Online
      Temperature                        29
      Total CPU DRAM                   2048 MB
      Total RLDRAM                      403 MB
      Total DDR DRAM                   1572 MB
      Start time:                           2013-02-17 02:21:23 PST
      Uptime:                               2 days, 12 hours, 41 minutes, 29 seconds
      Max Power Consumption             249 Watts
    Slot 1 information:
      State                                 Online
      Temperature                        27
      Total CPU DRAM                   2048 MB
      Total RLDRAM                      662 MB
      Total DDR DRAM                   3072 MB
      Start time:                           2013-02-17 02:21:31 PST
      Uptime:                               2 days, 12 hours, 41 minutes, 21 seconds
      Max Power Consumption             348 Watts
    Slot 2 information:
      State                                 Online
      Temperature                        30
      Total CPU DRAM                   2048 MB
      Total RLDRAM                     1036 MB
      Total DDR DRAM                   6656 MB
      Start time:                           2013-02-17 02:21:36 PST
      Uptime:                               2 days, 12 hours, 41 minutes, 16 seconds
      Max Power Consumption             520 Watts
    Slot 9 information:
      State                                 Online
      Temperature                        31
      Total CPU DRAM                   2048 MB
      Total RLDRAM                     1324 MB
      Total DDR DRAM                   6144 MB
      Start time:                           2013-02-17 02:21:47 PST
      Uptime:                               2 days, 12 hours, 41 minutes, 5 seconds
      Max Power Consumption             440 Watts
    
  • Issue the CLI show chassis fpc pic-status command. The MPC slots are numbered from 0 through 9 (left to right):

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    user@host> show chassis fpc pic-status
    Slot 0   Online       MPC4E 3D 2CGE+8XGE
      PIC 0  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       1X100GE CFP
      PIC 2  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       1X100GE CFP
    Slot 1   Online       MPC4E 3D 2CGE+8XGE
      PIC 0  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       1X100GE CFP
      PIC 2  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       1X100GE CFP
    Slot 2   Online       MPC4E 3D 32XGE
      PIC 0  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 2  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       8X10GE SFPP
    Slot 3   Online       MPC4E 3D 32XGE
      PIC 0  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 2  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       8X10GE SFPP
    Slot 4   Online       MPC4E 3D 2CGE+8XGE
      PIC 0  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       1X100GE CFP
      PIC 2  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       1X100GE CFP
    Slot 5   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 6   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 7   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE EM
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 8   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 9   Online       MPCE Type 2 3D
      PIC 0  Online       1x 10GE XFP
      PIC 1  Online       1x 10GE XFP
      PIC 2  Online       1x 10GE XFP
      PIC 3  Online       1x 10GE XFP
    

    For further description of the command output, see the Junos OS System Basics and Services Command Reference.

Maintaining MX2010 MICs

Purpose

For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the Modular Interface Cards (MICs).

Action

On a regular basis:

  • Check the LEDs on MIC faceplates. The meaning of the LED states differs for various MICs. For more information, see the MX Series Interface Module Reference. If the MPC that houses the MIC detects a MIC failure, the MPC generates an alarm message to be sent to the Routing Engine.

  • Issue the CLI show chassis fpc pic-status command. The MIC slots in an MPC are numbered PIC 0/1 and PIC 2/3, top to bottom:

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    user@host> show chassis fpc pic-status
    Slot 0   Online       MPC4E 3D 2CGE+8XGE
      PIC 0  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       1X100GE CFP
      PIC 2  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       1X100GE CFP
    Slot 1   Online       MPC4E 3D 2CGE+8XGE
      PIC 0  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       1X100GE CFP
      PIC 2  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       1X100GE CFP
    Slot 2   Online       MPC4E 3D 32XGE
      PIC 0  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 2  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       8X10GE SFPP
    Slot 3   Online       MPC4E 3D 32XGE
      PIC 0  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 2  Online       8X10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       8X10GE SFPP
    Slot 4   Online       MPC4E 3D 2CGE+8XGE
      PIC 0  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 1  Online       1X100GE CFP
      PIC 2  Online       4x10GE SFPP
      PIC 3  Online       1X100GE CFP
    Slot 5   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 6   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 7   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE EM
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 8   Online       MPC 3D 16x 10GE
      PIC 0  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 1  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 2  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
      PIC 3  Online       4x 10GE(LAN) SFP+
    Slot 9   Online       MPCE Type 2 3D
      PIC 0  Online       1x 10GE XFP
      PIC 1  Online       1x 10GE XFP
      PIC 2  Online       1x 10GE XFP
      PIC 3  Online       1x 10GE XFP

    For further description of the command output, see the Junos OS System Basics and Services Command Reference.

Maintaining the MX2010 Ethernet Switch

Purpose

For optimum router performance, verify the status of the Gigabit Ethernet ports connected to MPCs.

Action

On a regular basis:

  • Check the LEDs on MPC faceplates. The meaning of the LED states differs for various MICs. For more information, see the MX Series Interface Module Reference.

  • Issue the CLI show chassis ethernet-switch command:

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    user@host> show chassis ethernet-switch
    Displaying summary for switch 0
    Link is good on GE port 0 connected to device: FPC0
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 1 connected to device: FPC1
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 2 connected to device: FPC3
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 3 connected to device: FPC2
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 4 connected to device: FPC5
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 5 connected to device: FPC4
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 6 connected to device: FPC6
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 7 connected to device: FPC7
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 8 connected to device: FPC8
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 9 connected to device: FPC9
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 20 connected to device: Other RE-GigE
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is good on GE port 21 connected to device: RE-GigE
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is down on GE port 22 connected to device: Debug-GigE
    
    Link is good on GE port 23 connected to device: SPMB
      Speed is 1000Mb
      Duplex is full
      Autonegotiate is Enabled
      Flow Control TX is Disabled
      Flow Control RX is Disabled
    
    Link is down on XE port 24 connected to device: SFP+ 0
    
    Link is down on XE port 25 connected to device: SFP+ 1
    
    Link is down on XE port 26 connected to device: RE-10GigE
    
    Link is down on XE port 27 connected to device: Other RE-10GigE
    

    For further description of the command output, see the Junos OS System Basics and Services Command Reference.

Maintaining Cables That Connect to MX2010 MPCs or MICs

Purpose

For optimum router performance, verify the condition of the cables that connect to the MPCs or MICs.

Action

On a regular basis:

  • Use the lower cable manager (shown in Figure 1) to support cables and prevent cables from dislodging or developing stress points.

    Figure 1: Lower Cable Manager Cable RoutingLower Cable Manager Cable Routing
    Note:

    The MX2010 supports a standard and extended upper and lower cable manager.

  • Place excess cable out of the way in the lower cable manager. Do not allow fastened loops of cable to dangle from the connector or cable manager because this stresses the cable at the fastening point. Putting fasteners on the loops helps to maintain their shape.

  • Keep the cable connections clean and free of dust and other particles, which can cause drops in the received power level. Always inspect cables and clean them, if necessary, before connecting an interface.

  • Label both ends of the cables to identify them.

The following guidelines apply specifically to fiber-optic cables:

  • When you unplug a fiber-optic cable, always place a rubber safety plug over the transceiver on the faceplate and on the end of the cable.

  • Anchor fiber-optic cables to avoid stress on the connectors. Be sure to secure fiber-optic cables so that they do not support their own weight as they hang to the floor. Never let fiber-optic cable hang free from the connector.

  • Avoid bending fiber-optic cable beyond its bend radius. An arc smaller than a few inches can damage the cable and cause problems that are difficult to diagnose.

  • Frequent plugging and unplugging of fiber-optic cable into and out of optical instruments can cause damage to the instruments that is expensive to repair. Instead, attach a short fiber extension to the optical equipment. Any wear and tear due to frequent plugging and unplugging is then absorbed by the short fiber extension, which is easy and inexpensive to replace.

  • Keep fiber-optic cable connections clean. Small microdeposits of oil and dust in the canal of the transceiver or cable connector could cause loss of light, reducing signal power and possibly causing intermittent problems with the optical connection.

    To clean the transceivers, use an appropriate fiber-cleaning device, such as RIFOCS Fiber Optic Adaptor Cleaning Wands (part number 946). Follow the directions for the cleaning kit you use.

    After you clean an optical transceiver, make sure that the connector tip of the fiber-optic cable is clean. Use only an approved alcohol-free fiber-optic cable cleaning kit, such as the Opptex Cletop-S Fiber Cleaner. Follow the directions for the cleaning kit you use.

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