Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

7. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

PAUL PETERSON

Posted 07-27-2022 12:29

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON
------------------------------

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

8. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

Jesper Lammert

Posted 07-28-2022 02:46

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

9. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

kronicklez

Posted 07-28-2022 02:52

Hi,

EX4200 dont have dedicated image for VC. Do u really have follow url that i shared? It have second step?

Thanls

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

10. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

Jesper Lammert

Posted 07-28-2022 03:02

That is weird then.

I found this site before posting here and followed both suggestions here. Deleting the vchassis folder just makes it come back after a reboot.

I also ran the first command:
root# delete virtual-chassis
warning: statement not found

{master:0}[edit]

Not sure what statement not found really means, but the command isn't working. I am in configure.

I've tried deleting the vchassis again, and after a reboot the folder and files are there again.

It defies my logic too, and all documentation on the internet says it should work, and people report back having done this with success, sadly just not for me.

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:52
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

EX4200 dont have dedicated image for VC. Do u really have follow url that i shared? It have second step?

Thanls
Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

11. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

PAUL PETERSON

Posted 07-28-2022 08:20

Jesper,
Maybe you could try removing the VC ports?

"show virtual-chassis vc-ports"
"request system virtual-chassis vc-port delete pic-slot <> port <>"

Beyond that, I am at a loss. I run EX series switches in standalone mode in a lot of places and have never run into this issue.

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON
------------------------------

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:52
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

EX4200 dont have dedicated image for VC. Do u really have follow url that i shared? It have second step?

Thanls
Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

12. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

Jesper Lammert

Posted 07-28-2022 09:20

Thank you for your reply Paul,

Whenever I want to delete the vc ports I get an error:

root> show virtual-chassis vc-port
fpc0:
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
Interface   Type              Trunk  Status       Speed        Neighbor
or                             ID                 (mbps)       ID  Interface
PIC / Port
vcp-0       Dedicated           2    Down         32000
vcp-1       Dedicated           1    Down         32000

{master:0}

root> request system virtual-chassis
                     ^
syntax error, expecting <command>.

{master:0}
root> request system ?
Possible completions:
  certificate          Manage X509 certificates
  commit               Perform commit related operations
  configuration        Request operation on system configuration
  download             Manage downloads
  firmware             Upgrade or downgrade firmware
  halt                 Halt the system
  license              Manage feature licenses
  logout               Forcibly end user's CLI login session
  power-off            Power off the software on RE
  process              Request operation on system process
  reboot               Reboot the system
  scripts              Manage scripts (commit, op, event)
  services             Request service applications information
  snapshot             Archive data and executable areas
  software             Perform system software extension or upgrade
  storage              Request operation on system storage
  zeroize              Erase all data, including configuration and log files
{master:0}
root> request system

As far as I can see the command does not exist for me.

What confuses me is that the switch won't say it's running in stand-alone mode, but as you have been writing too it is the default behavior to run vc with it being it's own master, so I would conclude that the switch is just running it's default.

I'd like to see that stand-alone mode active, but if the switch works as it should I can't really complain further, so I want to try and proceed with the requested setup I have, and hope it will run as requested.

Sincerely thank you!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 08:20
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jesper,
Maybe you could try removing the VC ports?

"show virtual-chassis vc-ports"
"request system virtual-chassis vc-port delete pic-slot <> port <>"

Beyond that, I am at a loss. I run EX series switches in standalone mode in a lot of places and have never run into this issue.

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:52
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

EX4200 dont have dedicated image for VC. Do u really have follow url that i shared? It have second step?

Thanls
Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

13. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

PAUL PETERSON

Posted 07-28-2022 10:29

Jesper,

May mistake. The command should be:

request virtual-chassis vc-port delete ...

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON
------------------------------

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 08:37
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for your reply Paul,

Whenever I want to delete the vc ports I get an error:

root> show virtual-chassis vc-portfpc0:--------------------------------------------------------------------------Interface   Type              Trunk  Status       Speed        Neighboror                             ID                 (mbps)       ID  InterfacePIC / Portvcp-0       Dedicated           2    Down         32000vcp-1       Dedicated           1    Down         32000{master:0}

root> request system virtual-chassis                     ^syntax error, expecting <command>.{master:0}root> request system ?Possible completions:  certificate          Manage X509 certificates  commit               Perform commit related operations  configuration        Request operation on system configuration  download             Manage downloads  firmware             Upgrade or downgrade firmware  halt                 Halt the system  license              Manage feature licenses  logout               Forcibly end user's CLI login session  power-off            Power off the software on RE  process              Request operation on system process  reboot               Reboot the system  scripts              Manage scripts (commit, op, event)  services             Request service applications information  snapshot             Archive data and executable areas  software             Perform system software extension or upgrade  storage              Request operation on system storage  zeroize              Erase all data, including configuration and log files{master:0}root> request system

As far as I can see the command does not exist for me.

What confuses me is that the switch won't say it's running in stand-alone mode, but as you have been writing too it is the default behavior to run vc with it being it's own master, so I would conclude that the switch is just running it's default.

I'd like to see that stand-alone mode active, but if the switch works as it should I can't really complain further, so I want to try and proceed with the requested setup I have, and hope it will run as requested.

Sincerely thank you!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 08:20
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jesper,
Maybe you could try removing the VC ports?

"show virtual-chassis vc-ports"
"request system virtual-chassis vc-port delete pic-slot <> port <>"

Beyond that, I am at a loss. I run EX series switches in standalone mode in a lot of places and have never run into this issue.

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:52
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

EX4200 dont have dedicated image for VC. Do u really have follow url that i shared? It have second step?

Thanls
Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

14. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

kronicklez

Posted 07-28-2022 03:07

Hi,

start shell user root
cd /config/vchassis
rm vc*
exit

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

15. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

Jesper Lammert

Posted 07-28-2022 03:22

root> start shell user root
root@:RE:0% cd /config/vchassis
root@:RE:0% rm vc*
root@:RE:0% exit
exit

{master:0}

After reboot:

Thu Oct 22 09:30:57 UTC 2020

Amnesiac (ttyu0)

login: root

--- JUNOS 15.1R7-S8.1 built 2020-10-21 15:41:47 UTC
root@:RE:0% cli
{master:0}
root> show virtual-chassis

Virtual Chassis ID: f432.c20f.79e6
Virtual Chassis Mode: Enabled
                                                Mstr           Mixed Route Neighbor List
Member ID  Status   Serial No    Model          prio  Role      Mode  Mode ID  Interface
0 (FPC 0)  Prsnt    BM0212511494 ex4200-24t     128   Master*      N  VC

Member ID for next new member: 1 (FPC 1)

{master:0}

root> file list /config/

/config/:
.snap/
db /
juniper.conf.1.gz
juniper.conf.2.gz
juniper.conf.3.gz
juniper.conf.gz
juniper.conf.md5*
usage.db
vchassis/

{master:0}

root> file list /config/vchassis/

/config/vchassis/:
vc.db
vc.param
vc.tlv.db
vc.tlv.db.0

{master:0}

All I did here was use the shell to delete exactly how you wrote, then did request system reboot, and typed yes, and then the files are back, and switch is still in vc mode.

Soon my head will run out of hair from scratching it :(

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 03:06
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

start shell user root
cd /config/vchassis
rm vc*
exit

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert
------------------------------

16. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

smicker

Posted 07-28-2022 04:11

kronicklez's instructions are correct. Your output is the default output for a single standalone switch. Even if you do not configure it for virtual chassis operation it will show as a single VC member running as master.

Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 03:21
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

root> start shell user rootroot@:RE:0% cd /config/vchassisroot@:RE:0% rm vc*root@:RE:0% exitexit{master:0}

After reboot:

Thu Oct 22 09:30:57 UTC 2020Amnesiac (ttyu0)login: root--- JUNOS 15.1R7-S8.1 built 2020-10-21 15:41:47 UTCroot@:RE:0% cli{master:0}root> show virtual-chassisVirtual Chassis ID: f432.c20f.79e6Virtual Chassis Mode: Enabled                                                Mstr           Mixed Route Neighbor ListMember ID  Status   Serial No    Model          prio  Role      Mode  Mode ID  Interface0 (FPC 0)  Prsnt    BM0212511494 ex4200-24t     128   Master*      N  VCMember ID for next new member: 1 (FPC 1){master:0}

root> file list /config//config/:.snap/db /juniper.conf.1.gzjuniper.conf.2.gzjuniper.conf.3.gzjuniper.conf.gzjuniper.conf.md5*usage.dbvchassis/{master:0}

root> file list /config/vchassis//config/vchassis/:vc.dbvc.paramvc.tlv.dbvc.tlv.db.0{master:0}

All I did here was use the shell to delete exactly how you wrote, then did request system reboot, and typed yes, and then the files are back, and switch is still in vc mode.

Soon my head will run out of hair from scratching it :(

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 03:06
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

start shell user root
cd /config/vchassis
rm vc*
exit

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

------------------------------
PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

------------------------------
Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

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Jesper Lammert
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17. RE: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Recommend

Jesper Lammert

Posted 07-28-2022 04:56

I think this is the answer I was looking for. I've just seen people posting show virtual-chassis outputs saying the switch is in stand-alone mode, so that is what I was going for.

If that's the default behavior I'd say my problems are resolved.

Thank you to you people who tried to help, it is much appreciated!

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Jesper Lammert
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Original Message

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 04:10
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

kronicklez's instructions are correct. Your output is the default output for a single standalone switch. Even if you do not configure it for virtual chassis operation it will show as a single VC member running as master.
Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 03:21
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

root> start shell user rootroot@:RE:0% cd /config/vchassisroot@:RE:0% rm vc*root@:RE:0% exitexit{master:0}

After reboot:

Thu Oct 22 09:30:57 UTC 2020Amnesiac (ttyu0)login: root--- JUNOS 15.1R7-S8.1 built 2020-10-21 15:41:47 UTCroot@:RE:0% cli{master:0}root> show virtual-chassisVirtual Chassis ID: f432.c20f.79e6Virtual Chassis Mode: Enabled                                                Mstr           Mixed Route Neighbor ListMember ID  Status   Serial No    Model          prio  Role      Mode  Mode ID  Interface0 (FPC 0)  Prsnt    BM0212511494 ex4200-24t     128   Master*      N  VCMember ID for next new member: 1 (FPC 1){master:0}

root> file list /config//config/:.snap/db /juniper.conf.1.gzjuniper.conf.2.gzjuniper.conf.3.gzjuniper.conf.gzjuniper.conf.md5*usage.dbvchassis/{master:0}

root> file list /config/vchassis//config/vchassis/:vc.dbvc.paramvc.tlv.dbvc.tlv.db.0{master:0}

All I did here was use the shell to delete exactly how you wrote, then did request system reboot, and typed yes, and then the files are back, and switch is still in vc mode.

Soon my head will run out of hair from scratching it :(

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Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 03:06
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

start shell user root
cd /config/vchassis
rm vc*
exit

Original Message:
Sent: 07-28-2022 02:46
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Thank you for both your replies.

I already have a tab open with the link provided, and before I did the format I tried this which didn't work.

The switch is still contacting master even after the format. I am not sure but maybe my image is a vc image? I downloaded what seemed to be the newest file, with file name: jinstall-ex-4200-15.1R7-S8.1-domestic-signed.tgz
Perhaps I should try an older one?

Paul, if it is part of the default configuration, how do I get it into full stand-alone mode? My logic says there should be some kind of "toggle" for this.
Perhaps it is just the default, should be after a full format afterall.

But I can't use the switch in this state, I need it in stand-alone mode.

Thank you both for your time on this, I really appreciate it!

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Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 12:28
From: PAUL PETERSON
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Jespert,

Virtual chassis is part of the default factory configuration. You can just ignore it and it is there if you need it. Totally fine on a standalone switch. To get rid of your error, add this to the config:

"set chassis alarm management-ethernet link-down ignore"

Paul

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PAUL PETERSON

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 11:44
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

Please look this url. https://networkdirection.net/articles/routingandswitching/juniper-routers-and-switches/convert-virtual-chassis-to-stand-alone/

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:24
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello.

I just did a detailed reply to Paul about this, but my posts needs moderation first before being seen online.

As written in the response to Paul the install with --format option has finished, but booting up the switch and using show virtual-chassis it shows as enabled.

Also, I just started the switch into recovery, where I get this little information:

Starting CLI ...
warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.
warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.
warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.
warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.
warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.
{linecard:0}

So... A full reformat and reinstall of the OS didn't do the trick.
What kind of witchcraft is this?

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Jesper Lammert

Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 10:08
From: Unknown User
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hi,

As i remember u have two ways. First delete vc file in some folder (i'm not remember the path of folder) and second reformat using USB.

Thanks
Original Message:
Sent: 07-27-2022 08:20
From: Jesper Lammert
Subject: Juniper EX4200 remove vc and revert to default

Hello all,

First time poster, long time reader.

I got a bunch of Juniper EX4200 that I'd like to repurpose. I am by no means any expert in these switches, I usually work with Cisco and HP.

These switches are part of a big virtual chassis, and I haven't been able to find any solution on how to make them not be part of this virtual chassis. All of them seem to call for some master switch before performing anything, and of course I don't know anything about the switches, but none of them seem to be a master.

I press space when the switch is booting, and using boot -s and type recovery. Normal startup won't let me log in because it keeps calling for the master.
Then I have run:
load factory-default
delete system commit factory-settings
set root-authentication plain-text-password
juniper1 as password
Then commit (it won't commit without a password)

rebooting has no effect here. I get the same problems when trying to login.

When i boot up with boot -s and recovery the switch tells me this:

warning: This chassis is operating in a non-master role as part of a virtual-chassis (VC) system.warning: Use of interactive commands should be limited to debugging and VC Port operations.warning: Full CLI access is provided by the Virtual Chassis Master (VC-M) chassis.warning: The VC-M can be identified through the show virtual-chassis status command executed at this console.warning: Please logout and log into the VC-M to use CLI.

Of course I don't know the master, nor the passwords.

I tried with this:
root# run request virtual-chassis vc-port set interface vcp-0 disable

But output is:
error: the chassis-manager subsystem is not running

So the big question here is, what is the magical command that will revert this chassis into a stand-alone chassis?

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Jesper Lammert
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Junos OS