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C.2Removing the Chassis Cover .....................................................C-2
C.2.1Setting the Mode Switch.................................................C-4
C.3Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules...................C-7
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the
2E43-51/2E43-51R SmartSwitch 2100 User’s Guide.
This guide provides the necessary documentation to install and operate
the 2E43-51 and the 2E43-51R SmartSwitch 2100 devices and provides
information concerning network requirements, installation,
troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management.
1.1USING THIS GUIDE
Read through this guide to completely understand the 2E43-51 and
2E43-51R capabilities and Local Management functions. A general
working knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 type data
communications networks and their physical layer components is helpful
when using this device.
NOTE
Unless it is noted differently, the information in this guide
applies to both the 2E43-51 and the 2E43-51R SmartSwitch
2100 devices. Unless the information pertains only to the
2E43-51 or the 2E43-51R, the device is referred to as either
the “2E43-51” or the “device”.
1.2STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1,
Introduction
, outlines the contents of this manual and briefly
describes the 2E43-51 features. Directions about how to obtain additional
help and a list of related manuals are also included.
Chapter 2,
Network Requirements
, explains the network requirements
to consider before installing the 2E43-51.
Chapter 3,
Installation
, provides instructions on how to install the
2E43-51 and connect segments to the device.
Chapter 4,
Troubleshooting
, describes the function of the LANVIEW
LEDs, which can help to quickly diagnose network/operational problems.
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Chapter 1:
Introduction
Chapter 5,
Local Management
, describes how to access and use Local
Management to configure and manage the 2E43-51.
Appendix A,
Specifications
, contains information on functionality and
operating specifications, connector pinouts, environmental requirements,
and physical properties.
Appendix B,
FE-100TX, FE-100FX, and FE-100F3 Specifications
,
contains information about FE-100TX pinouts and information
concerning cable types used with the FE-100FX and FE-100F3.
Appendix C,
Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings
,
describes how to install optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and ho w
to set the Mode Switch.
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2E43-51 Overview
1.32E43-51 OVERVIEW
The 2E43-51 (Figure 1-1) is a repeater/switch device that provides four
Ethernet networks (MicroLANs ENET 1 through 4), each consisting of
12 repeater ports that share a bandwidth of 10 Mbps. Each Ethernet
network supports 802.1D switching (bridging), and Cabletron Systems
SecureFast Switching Virtual Network technology.
Interface
Receive (RX)
Transmit (TX)
LEDs
E3E1E4
2E43-51
E2
RESET
Port LINK LEDs
(12 ports/MicroLAN)
LINK 1
PWR
CPU
COM
System LEDs
COM Port
RESET Button
12
LINK 1LINK 1
ENET 3ENET 4
ENET 1
12
LINK 1
MicroLANs
(ENET 1 - 4)
ENET 2
Figure 1-1 The 2E43-51
Optional HSIM Slot
12
12
Receive (RX)
Transmit (TX)
LEDs
65
Optional Fast
Ethernet Interface
Module Slots 5 & 6
2251-00
The 2E43-51 also has two slots (5 and 6) for optional 10/100 Fast
Ethernet Interface Modules, and another slot for an optional High Speed
Interface Module (HSIM).
The device can switch each Ethernet network (ENET 1 through ENET 4)
to one another, to the optional interface modules in slots 5 and 6, and to
the HSIM slot. The optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules provide
uplinks to 100BASE-TX or 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet networks. The
HSIMs provide additional connectivity to various networking
technologies such as Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM), Fiber
Distributed Data Interface (FDDI), and Wide Area Network (WAN).
The 2E43-51 may be used as a tabletop unit or can be installed in a
standard 19-inch rack using the supplied rack mounting hardware.
The 2E43-51 device has one universal ac power supply with automatic
voltage sensing that allows operation using 100–125 or 200–240 Vac,
50/60 Hz.
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The 2E43-51R has two power supplies. The power supplies load share
50% (+/-5%) of the power required by the device. If one power supply
fails, the remaining power supply assumes the entire load of the device
without interruption to network traffic. Each power supply module
supports its own ac input connection, which allows the user to connect
each power supply to a different ac power circuit.
Introduction
1.3.1Connectivity
The 2E43-51 connects to Ethernet networks or workstations through four
50-pin RJ21 connectors. Each connector serves as a 12-port Ethernet
10 Mbps MicroLAN.
Both of the devices have two front panel slots (ports 5 and 6) for optional
Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to support an uplink to 100 Mbps Fast
Ethernet backbones or a high speed connection to a local server. There is
also space for an optional HSIM to provide additional connectivity to
various networking technologies.
1.3.2Full Duplex Switched Ethernet
The optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the 2E43-51 can be
configured to operate in Full Duplex Switched Ethernet mode, which
provides 200 Mbps of bandwidth.
1.3.3Auto-Negotiation
The repeater ports and Fast Ethernet Interface Modules can auto-negotiate
the type of connection required to provide a link to another device.
During Auto-Negotiation, two devices automatically exchange
information “telling” each other what their operating capabilities are. The
Auto-Negotiation feature targets the maximum capabilities that can be
reached between the two devices. For example, an FE-100TX Fast
Ethernet Interface Module in a 2E43-51 can adjust to 100 Mbps when the
device on the other end of the connection can also adjust to 100 Mbps. If
the device on the other end of the connection can only operate at
10 Mbps, then the FE-100TX simply adjusts to 10 Mbps operation.
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2E43-51 Overview
When Auto-Negotiation is supported at both ends of a link, the two
devices dynamically adjust to full or half duplex operation based on the
maximum capability that can be reached between the two devices. If the
device connected to the FE-100TX cannot auto-negotiate, the FE-100TX
Fast Ethernet Interface Module operates according to the capabilities of
the other device.
1.3.4SmartTrunk
SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Cabletron Systems’
terminology for load balancing or load sharing. SmartTrunk technology
provides an easy-to-implement mechanism to group, or aggregate,
multiple physical links together to scale the backbone bandwidth beyond
the limitations of a single link. All links are user-configurable so
administrators can scale the backbone bandwidth by adding SmartTrunk
links. The SmartTrunk benefits are as follows:
•
All purchased bandwidth is used.
•
Distributed, resilient links increase reliability and performance.
•
Multiple technologies are supported within a single trunk for
maximum flexibility.
For more information about SmartTrunk, refer to the Cabletron Systems
SmartTrunk User’s Guide
.
1.3.5Runtime IP Address Discovery
This feature enables the 2E43-51 to automatically accept an IP address
from a Boot Strap Protocol (BootP) server on the network into NVRAM
without requiring a user to enter an IP address through Local
Management.
When the 2E43-51 is connected to the network and powered up, Runtime
IP Address Disco very (RAD) checks the 2E43-51 for an IP address. If one
has not yet been assigned (2E43-51 IP address set to 0.0.0.0), RAD
checks to see if any of the 2E43-51 interfaces have a link. If so, RAD
sends out Reverse Address Resolution Protocol (RARP) and BootP
requests to obtain an IP address from a BootP server on the network.
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The RAD requests start out at an interval of 1 second. The interval then
doubles after every transmission until an interval of 300 seconds is
reached. At this point, the interval remains at 300 seconds. The RAD
requests continue until an IP address is received from a BootP server, or
an IP address is entered using Local Management.
Introduction
1.3.6Management
Management of the 2E43-51 is accomplished using SNMP compliant
management tools for in-band Local Management. Out-of-band Local
Management is provided through the RJ45 COM port on the front panel
using a VT100 terminal or a VT100 terminal emulator. In-band remote
management is possible through any SNMP compliant Network
Management Software.
Local Management provides the ability to manage the 2E43-51 and any of
the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules installed in ports 5 and 6,
and the optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM).
The associated HSIM user’s guide provides detailed information about
the HSIM Local Management.
1.3.7Switching Options
The 2E43-51 provides 802.1D switching, 802.1Q switching or SecureFast
Switching Virtual Network Services between all of the front panel
interfaces including Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and High Speed
Interface Module (HSIM).
IEEE 802.1Q switching and SecureFast switching allow for future
migration to Virtual Network technologies without requiring the
replacement of existing equipment.
1.3.8Standards Compatibility
The 2E43-51 provides IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA)
support to enhance the overall reliability of the network and protect
against “loop” conditions. The 2E43-51 also supports 100BASE-TX and
100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet standards and a wide variety of industry
standard MIBs including RFC 1213 (MIB II), RFC 1757 (RMON),
RFC 1493 (Bridge MIB) and RFC 1354 (FIB MIB). A full suite of
Cabletron Systems Enterprise MIBs provide a wide array of statistical
information to enhance troubleshooting.
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Optional Features
1.3.9Year 2000 Compliant
The 2E43-51 has an internal clock that can maintain the current time and
date beyond the year 1999.
1.3.10LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs
LANVIEW diagnostic LEDs serve as an important troubleshooting aid by
providing an easy way to observe the status of indi vidual ports and overall
network operations.
1.4OPTIONAL FEATURES
Options for the 2E43-51 include the following:
•
Fast Ethernet Interface Modules
•
High Speed Interface Modules
1.4.1Fast Ethernet Interface Modules
Cabletron Systems provides Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to support
uplinks to 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet backbones or high speed connections
to local servers. The Fast Ethernet Interface Modules are listed in
High Speed Interface Modules (HSIMs) are available from Cabletron
Systems for additional connectivity to various networking technologies.
The HSIMs available for the 2E43-51 are listed in the Release Notes
shipped with the 2E43-51.
1.5DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used throughout this document:
Note
NOTE
TIP
symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of
information that may be of special importance.
Tip
symbol. Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or
actions.
Caution
damage to the equipment.
!
CAUTION
Electrical Hazard Warning
that could result in personal injury or death due to an electrical
hazard.
Warning
WARNING
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personal injury or death.
symbol. Contains information essential to avoid
symbol. Warns against an action
symbol. Warns against an action that could result in
Getting Help
1.6GETTING HELP
For additional support related to this device or document, contact the
Cabletron Systems Global Call Center:
World Wide Webhttp://www.cab letron.com/
Phone(603) 332-9400
Internet mailsupport@cabletron.com
FTPftp://ftp.cabletron.com/
Login
Password
To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the
Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following
email address: TechWriting@cabletron.com
Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message.
Before calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center, have the
following information ready:
•Your Cabletron Systems service contract number
•A description of the failure
anonymous
your email address
•A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem
(e.g., changing mode switches, rebooting the unit, etc.)
•The serial and revision numbers of all involved Cabletron Systems
products in the network
•A description of your network environment (layout, cable type, etc.)
•Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known)
•The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a
recurring problem, etc.)
•Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.7RELATED MANUALS
The following manuals may help to set up, control, and manage the
2E43-51:
Cabletron Systems HSIM-A6DP User’s Guide
Cabletron Systems HSIM-F6 User’s Guide
Cabletron Systems HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide
Cabletron Systems HSIM-W87
User’s Guide
Cabletron Systems HSIM-G01/G09 User’s Guide
Cabletron Systems Ethernet Technology Guide
Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide
Cabletron Systems Port Based VLAN User’s Guide
Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide
These manuals can be obtained from the World Wide Web in Adobe
Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) at the following site:
http://www.cabletron.com/
NOTE
All documentation for the Cabletron Systems SecureF ast VLAN
Manager software is contained on the VLAN Manager
CD-ROM.
Documents for the Cabletron Systems HSIM-W6 and
HSIM-W84 devices are contained on the QuickSET CD-ROM
and are also available on the World Wide Web at:
http://www.cabletron.com/.
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CHAPTER 2
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS
This chapter contains networking guidelines. Before installing and using
the 2E43-51 or an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module (FE-100TX,
FE-100FX, or FE-100F3), review the requirements and specifications
outlined in this chapter concerning the following:
•SmartTrunk (Section 2.1)
•10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.2)
•100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.3)
•100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network (Section 2.4)
The network installation must meet the guidelines to ensure satisfactory
performance of this equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines may
produce poor network performance.
NOTE
The Cabletron Systems
Guide
, referred to in the follo wing sections, can be f ound on the
Cabletron Systems World Wide Web
site: http://www.cabletron.com/
Cabling Guide
and
SmartTrunk User’s
2.1SmartTrunk
T o connect the 2E43-51 into a netw ork so that it can take adv antage of the
SmartTrunk feature, there are certain rules concerning port connections
and configurations that must be followed for proper operation. Refer to
the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for additional
information.
2.210BASE-T NETWORK
When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to any of the 2E43-51 ports
(ENET 1 through ENET 4), ensure that the network meets IEEE 802.3
Ethernet network requirements for 10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron
Systems Cabling Guide for details.
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2.3100BASE-TX NETWORK
The 2E43-51, with an FE-100TX installed in slots 5 and/or 6, provides an
RJ45 connection that supports UTP cabling, which has an impedance of
85 to 111 ohms. The device at the other end of the twisted pair segment
must meet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet network
requirements for the devices to operate at 100 Mbps. Refer to the
Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.
NOTE
The 2E43-51 with an FE-100TX installed is capable of
operating at either 10 or 100 Mbps. The FE-100TX can
automatically sense the speed of the other device and adjusts
its speed accordingly.
2.4100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC NETWORK
Slots 5 and 6 of the 2E43-51 can also support the Cabletron Systems
FE-100FX and FE-100F3 fiber optic interface modules. The device at the
other end of the fiber optic segment must meet the 100BASE-FX Fast
Ethernet network requirements to operate at 100 Mbps. Refer to the
Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.
Multimode Mode Fiber Optic Cable Length
The maximum multimode fiber optic cable length of a 100BASE-FX
segment is covered in the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide.
Single Mode Fiber Cable Lengths
The maximum length of a 100BASE-FX segment may be no more than
412 meters between Data Terminal Equipment (DTE to DTE) in half
duplex mode or 20 km (DTE to DTE) in full duplex mode.
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CHAPTER 3
INSTALLATION
Only qualified personnel should install the 2E43-51.
This chapter provides the instructions required to install the 2E43-51.
Follow the order of the sections listed below to correctly install the
2E43-51.
•Required Tools (Section 3.1)
•Unpacking the 2E43-51 (Section 3.2)
•Installing Options (Section 3.3)
•Installing the 2E43-51 (on a shelf or tabletop, or into a standard rack)
(Section 3.4)
•Connecting to the Network (Section 3.5)
•Completing the Installation (Section 3.6)
3.1REQUIRED T OOLS
A Phillips screwdriver is required to install the 2E43-51 in a rack.
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3.2UNPACKING THE 2E43-51
To unpack the 2E43-51 and verify the contents of the shipment, proceed
as follows:
1.Open the carton and remove the packing material protecting the
2E43-51.
2.Verify the contents of the carton as listed in Table 3-1.
3.Remove the black and yellow tape seal on the non-conductive bag to
remove the 2E43-51.
4.Perform a visual inspection of the device for any signs of physical
damage. If there are any items missing or damaged, contact the
Cabletron Systems Global Call Center as described in Section 1.6.
3.3INSTALLING OPTIONS
NOTE
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Install any optional equipment before proceeding to
Section 3.4.
Installing the 2E43-51
If the 2E43-51 is to be installed with an optional Fast Ethernet Interface
Module, refer to Appendix C for installation instructions. The installation
instructions for the HSIMs are in the associated HSIM user’s guide.
3.4INSTALLING THE 2E43-51
The 2E43-51 may be installed on a tabletop, shelf, or in a 19-inch rack.
Section 3.4.1 describes a tabletop or shelf installation, and Section 3.4.2
describes the rackmount installation.
To prevent possible personal injury and/or damage to the unit,
do NOT connect power to the 2E43-51 until instructed to do so.
3.4.1Tabletop or Shelf Installation
The following two subsections provide guidelines for installation on a
tabletop or shelf.
Guidelines for Tabletop and Shelf Installations
Tabletop and shelf installations must be within reach of the network
cabling and meet the requirements listed below:
•Locate the 2E43-51 within seven feet of an appropriately grounded
power receptacle that meets the power supply requirements listed in
Appendix A.
•In a shelf installation, the shelf must support 13.6 kg (30 lb) of static
weight for each 2E43-51.
•Maintain a temperature of between 5°C (41°F) and 40°C (104°F) at
the installation site with fluctuations of less than 10°C (18°F) per hour.
•Maintain a 2-inch clearance from the left, right, and rear sides of the
device to provide adequate ventilation.
Installation
For a tabletop or shelf installation, locate the 2E43-51 within seven feet of
its power source and with an unrestricted free surface area as shown in
Figure 3-1. Proceed to Section 3.4.3 for power connection instructions.
To ensure proper ventilation and prevent overheating, leave a
minimum clearance space of 5.1 cm (2.0 in) at the left, right,
!
CAUTION
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B
A
A = 15 cm (6 in)
2E43-51
E3E1E4
12
E2
LINK 1
PWR
RESET
CPU
COM
LINK 1LINK 1
ENET 3ENET 4
12
LINK 1
ENET 1
C
12
12
ENET 2
65
D
B = 57.2 cm (22.5 in)
C = 53 cm (21 in)
D = 213 cm (7 ft)
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Figure 3-1 Tabletop or Shelf Installation
3.4.2Rackmount Installation
To install the 2E43-51 in a 19-inch rack, the device is shipped with a
rackmount kit containing the rackmount brackets, mounting screws, and a
strain-relief bracket for cable management.
Guidelines for the Rackmount Installation
The installation site must be within reach of the network cabling and meet
the requirements listed below:
•An appropriate grounded power receptacle must be located within
seven feet of the location.
•Maintain a temperature of between 5°C (41°F) and 40°C (104°F) at
the installation site with fluctuations of less than 10°C (18°F) per hour.
To ensure proper ventilation and prevent overheating, leave a
minimum clearance space of 5.1 cm (2.0 in) at the left, right,
!
CAUTION
WARNING
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and rear of the 2E43-51.
Before installing the 2E43-51 into a rack, ensure that the rack
supports the device(s) without compromising the stability of the
rack. Otherwise, personal injury and/or equipment damage
may result.
Installing the 2E43-51
Installation
Rack mounting the 2E43-51 involves the following:
•Attaching the strain-relief bracket
•Rack mounting the 2E43-51 (attaching the mounting brackets and
fastening the 2E43-51 to the rack)
Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket
Attach the strain-relief bracket to the front of the 2E43-51 as follows:
1.Locate the strain-relief bracket and four 8-32 x 5/16-inch pan-head
screws in the rackmount kit.
Do not attempt to attach the strain-relief bracket with screws
other than the 8-32 x 5/16-inch screws included with the
!
CAUTION
2E43-51. Use of longer screws may damage the unit.
2.Attach the strain-relief bracket to the bottom of the 2E43-51 using the
four 8-32 x 5/16-inch pan-head screws (Figure 3-2).
Screws (4)
Strain-Relief Bracket
65
ENET 2
12
12
LINK 1
LINK 1LINK 1
ENET 1
12
ENET 3ENET 4
12
COM
CPU
PWR
LINK 1
2E43-51
RESET
E2
E3E1E4
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Figure 3-2 Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket
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Rack Mounting the 2E43-51
Proceed as follows to install the 2E43-51 into a 19-inch rack.
1.Remove and discard the four cover screws (two from each side)
located along the front edges of each side of the 2E43-51.
2.Locate the four 6-32 x 3/8-inch flathead cover replacement screws in
the rackmount kit. Use these screws to attach the rackmount brackets
to the 2E43-51 as shown in Figure 3-3.
Rackmount Brackets (2)
12
2E43-51
E3E1E4
E2
RESET
COM
ENET 3ENET 4
LINK 1
PWR
CPU
ENET 1
LINK 1LINK 1
12
LINK 1
ENET 2
12
12
65
Screws (4)
2251-04
Figure 3-3 Installing the Rackmount Brackets
3.With the mounting brackets installed, position the 2E43-51 between
the vertical frame members of the 19-inch rack and fasten it securely
with user supplied mounting screws as shown in Figure 3-4.
19-Inch Rack
12
LINK 1LINK 1
12
LINK 1
2E43-51
E3E1E4
E2
RESET
COM
ENET 3ENET 4
LINK 1
PWR
CPU
ENET 1
Screws (4)
Figure 3-4 Installing the 2E43-51 in a Rack
ENET 2
12
12
65
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3.4.3Connecting Power to the Devices
NOTE
The 2E43-51 has one power supply while the 2E43-51R has
two. The power supplies have automatic voltage sensing that
allows connection to power sources ranging from 100–125 Vac,
2.0 A or 200–240 Vac, 1.0 A, 50/60 Hz.
To connect power to the 2E43-51, proceed to Section 3.4.3.1. To connect
power to the 2E43-51R, proceed to Section 3.4.3.2.
3.4.3.1Connecting Power to the 2E43-51
To connect the 2E43-51 to a power source, proceed as follows:
1.Plug the power cord into a grounded wall outlet. The PWR LED turns
on (green) and the CPU LED turns on (green) briefly.
NOTE
2.Observe the LANVIEW LEDs. After a successful boot, the CPU LED
It takes approximately one minute for the 2E43-51 to boot up.
turns on (green). If the CPU LED is not green after one minute, check
the power cord connection and power source. If the CPU LED is still
not green, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to
Section 1.6 for details.
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3.4.3.2Connecting Power to the 2E43-51R
To connect the 2E43-51R to the power sources, proceed as follows:
1.Plug each power cord into a grounded wall outlet, see Figure 3-5. To
take advantage of the load sharing and redundancy capabilities, each
power cord must be plugged into a dedicated ac outlet. The POWER
LED turns on (green) and the CPU LED turns on (green) briefly.
8H02-26R
Primary
Redundant
Figure 3-5 2E43-51R Rear View
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It takes approximately one minute for the 2E43-51R to boot up.
NOTE
2.Observe the LANVIEW LEDs. After a successful boot, the CPU LED
turns on (green). If the PWR LED is not green after one minute and
turns amber, there is no power redundancy. Check the power cord
connections and the power source. If there are no problems with the
power cord connections or power source and the PWR LED is still not
green, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to
Section 1.6 for details.
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3.5CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK
This section provides the procedures for connecting UTP and fiber optic
segments from the network or other devices to the 2E43-51.
NOTE
If the 2E43-51 is being installed in a network using
SmartTrunking, there are rules concerning the network cable
and port configurations that must be followed for
SmartTrunking to operate properly. Before connecting the
cables, refer to the
configuration information.
SmartTrunk User’s Guide
for the
Ports 1 through 4 are MicroLANs (ENET 1 through 4) with each one
consisting of 12 UTP connections via a 50-pin RJ21 connector. Ports 5
and 6 support FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3 Fast Ethernet
Interface Modules.
The FE-100TX has an RJ45 connector for a UTP cable connection. The
FE-100FX and FE-100F3 have SC connectors for fiber optic cable
connections.
Refer to Section 3.5.1 to make UTP connections to ENET 1 through
ENET 4.
Refer to Section 3.5.2 to make a UTP connection to an FE-100TX in port
slot 5 or 6.
Refer to Section 3.5.3 to make a fiber optic cable connection to an
FE-100FX or FE-100F3 in port slot 5 or 6.
Refer to the associated High Speed Interface Module user’ s guide to make
connections to an optional High Speed Interface Module installed in the
HSIM slot.
3.5.1Connecting Cables to ENETs 1 Through 4
The device uses four RJ21 connectors for the MicroLAN (ENET)
connections, each supporting 12 Ethernet ports. All Ethernet ports have
internal crossovers.
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To connect an RJ21, proceed as follows:
1.Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is
powered on.
2.If using an RJ21 straight connector, plug it into the appropriate RJ21
port as shown in Figure 3-6 or, if using the RJ21 angle adapter
supplied with the device, insert the RJ21 angle adapter as shown in
Figure 3-7. The RJ21 angle adapter allows the cables to be dressed
along the front of the device and easily attached to the strain-relief
bracket when using a right-angled RJ21 connector.
LINK 1
ENET 4
LINK 112
ENET 2
Screw
Figure 3-6 Straight Cable Connection
LINK 1
ENET 4
LINK 112
ENET 2
Screw
Clip
RJ21 Angle Adapter
12
65
Screw
RJ21
2251-10
12
65
Screw
Clip
RJ21Right-Angled
Connector
22511-73
Figure 3-7 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter
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3.Tighten the two screws on the RJ21 straight cable connector or RJ21
angle adapter, as applicable, to secure it to the device.
NOTE
The cable pinouts for a 25 pair cab le (RJ21) can be found in the
Cabletron Systems
details on how to obtain this document.
Cabling Guide.
Refer to Section 1.7 for
4.If using the RJ21 angle adapter, plug in the RJ21 right-angled
connector until the two retaining clips, shown in Figure 3-7, snap into
place.
5.Verify that a link exists by checking that the LINK LED on the
2E43-51 for that port is on (solid green). If the LINK LED is off,
perform the following steps until it is on:
a.Verify that the 10BASE-T device at the other end of the twisted
pair segment is on and connected to the segment.
b.Verify that all connectors on the twisted pair segment have the
proper pinouts and check the cable for continuity.
c.Check that the twisted pair connection meets the dB loss and cable
specifications outlined in Chapter 2.
If a link is not established, contact Cabletron Systems Global Call
Center. Refer to Section 1.6 for details.
6.Repeat steps 1 through 4 above, until all connections have been made.
3.5.2Connecting a UTP Segment to the FE-100TX
The FE-100TX supports Category 5 UTP cabling, which has an
impedance of 85 to 11 ohms.
An FE-100TX installed in port slot 5 and/or 6 has an internal crossover
switch. When connecting a workstation, use a straight-through cable and
set the Fast Ethernet Interface Module crossover switch shown in
Figure 3-8 to the crossed over position marked with X. When connecting
networking devices, such as another bridge, repeater, or router, use a
straight-through cable and set the Fast Ethernet Interface Module
crossover switch shown in Figure 3-8 to the straight-through position (not
crossed over), marked with =.
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Position X
(crossed over)
1. RX+
2. RX-
3. TX+
4. NC
5. NC
6. TX-
7. NC
x
FE-100TX
=
8. NC
Figure 3-8 FE-100TX Crossover Switch
Position =
(not crossed over)
1. TX+
10
2. TX-
100
3. RX+
4. NC
5. NC
6. RX-
7. NC
8. NC
16651_05
A schematic of a crossover cable is shown in Figure 3-9. If the wires do
not cross over, use the switch on the FE-100TX to internally cross over
the RJ45 port.
NOTE:
RX+/RX– and TX+/TX–
must share a common
color pair.
Figure 3-9 Cable Pinouts - RJ45 Crossover Cable
RJ45 Port
RX+
RX–2
TX+
TX–
TO
10BASE-T Device Port
1
3
6
RJ45 to RJ45
TO
1
2
3
6
RX+
RX–
TX+
TX–
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Connect an FE-100TX to a twisted pair segment as follows:
1.Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is
powered on.
2.Connect the twisted pair segment to the module by inserting the RJ45
connector on the twisted pair segment into the RJ45 port on the
module shown in Figure 3-10.
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x
10
100
6
RX LED
TX LED
RJ45
2251-14
Figure 3-10 FE100-TX Port
3.Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX LED is on
(flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RX LED is off
and the TX LED is not blinking amber, perform the following steps
until the RX LED is on:
a.Verify that the 100BASE-TX de vice at the other end of the twisted
pair segment is powered up.
b.Verify that the RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment has the
proper pinouts.
c.Check the cable for continuity.
d. Make sure that the twisted pair connection meets the cable
specifications outlined in Section 2.3.
e.Confirm that the crossover switch is in the correct position.
If a Link is not established, contact the Cabletron Systems the Global Call
Center. Refer to Section 1.6 for details.
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3.5.3Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the
FE-100FX and FE-100F3
The FE-100FX and FE-100F3 have SC style network ports. See
Figure 3-11. Cabletron Systems offers optional fiber optic cables that use
SC style connectors. The ST connectors are keyed to ensure proper
crossover of the transmit and receive fibers.
NOTES
Fiber Optic Network Connection
An odd number of crossovers (preferably one) must be
maintained between devices so that the transmit port of one
device is connected to the receive port of the other device and
vice versa.
If the fiber optic cable being used has SC style connectors that
do not resemble MIC style connectors, or has SC connectors
on one end and a different type on the other, such as ST
connectors, ensure that the proper crossing over occurs.
1.Remove the protective plastic covers from the fiber optic ports on the
applicable port on the module and from the ends of the connectors.
The FE-100F3 uses Class 1 lasers. Do not use optical
instruments to view the laser output. The use of optical
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CAUTION
CAUTION
instruments to view laser output increases eye hazard. When
viewing the output optical port, power must be removed from
the network adapter.
Do not touch the ends of the fiber optic strands, and do not let
the ends come in contact with dust, dirt, or other contaminants.
!
Contamination of the ends causes problems in data
transmissions. If the ends become contaminated, blow the
surfaces with a canned duster. A fiber port cleaning swap
saturated with optical-grade isopropyl alcohol ma y also be used
to clean the fiber optic ends.
2.Insert one end of the SC connector into the FE-100FX or FE-100F3
installed in the 2E43-51. See Figure 3-11.
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3.At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the SC connector to the
other device.
6
5
RX LED
Figure 3-11 FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Ports
TX LED
2251-34
4.Verify that a Link exists by checking that the port RX LED is on
(flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RX LED is off
and the TX LED is not blinking amber, perform the following steps
until the RX LED is on:
a.Check that the po wer is turned on for the device at the other end of
the Link.
b.Verify proper crossover of fiber strands between the applicable
port on the 2E43-51 and the fiber optic device at the other end of
the fiber optic link segment.
c.Verify that the fiber connection meets the dB loss specifications
outlined in Section 2.4.
If a Link has not been established, contact the Cabletron Systems Global
Call Center. Refer to Section 1.6 for details.
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3.6COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION
After installing the 2E43-51 and any optional Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules and HSIM as appropriate, and making the connections to the
network, proceed as follows:
1.Secure the cables by running the cables along the strain-relief bracket
and tying them to the strain-relief bracket using cable ties.
2.The 2E43-51 is now ready to be set up through Local Management.
Refer to Chapter 5, Local Management, for information on how to
access and use Local Management to configure the 2E43-51.
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CHAPTER 4
TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter provides information concerning the following:
•Using the LANVIEW diagnostic and status monitoring system
•Troubleshooting network and 2E43-51 operational problems
•Using the RESET button
4.1USING LANVIEW
The 2E43-51 uses Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status
monitoring system called LANVIEW . The LANVIEW LEDs (Figure 4-1)
allow quick observation of the network status to aid in diagnosing
network problems. Refer to Table 4-1 for a description of the LEDs.
For a functional description of the LANVIEW LED on the optional Fast
Ethernet Interface Module (FE-100TX), refer to Section 4.2.
All LEDs for the High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) are located on the
HSIM and are described in the associated HSIM user’s guide.
ENET
RXTX
E3
E4
E1
E2
2E43-51
RESET
PWR
COM
PWR
CPU
CPU
LINK 1
LINK 1
LINK
ENET 3
ENET 1
12
12
FE Module
HSIM-ASDP
6
TXRX
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Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs
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NOTE
tables indicate the following:
Flashing indicates an LED pulse that is not flashing at a
random rate.
Blinking indicates an LED pulse flashing at a steady rate (50%
on, 50% off).
Solid indicatesa steady LED light. No pulsing.
Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs
LEDColorStateRecommended Action
The terms flashing, blinking, and solid used in the following
PWRGreenFunctional. Power
supply(ies) operating
normally.
AmberThis indication only
applies when there are
two power supplies.
Indicates loss of power
supply redundancy.
1. Ensure that the power
cords are plugged in
correctly and that there is
power at the power source.
2. Contact the Cabletron
Systems Global Call
Center.
Contact the Cabletron
Systems Global Call Center.
No action.
Systems Global Call Center.
No action.
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Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (Continued)
LEDColorStateRecommended Action
RX
(Receive)
of ENET
1 – 4 and
Ports 5
and 6
TX
(Transmit)
LED of
ENET
1 – 4 and
Ports 5
and 6
LINK
Ports of
ENET
1 – 4
OffNo link. No activity.
Port enabled or
disabled.
GreenBlinking. Port
disabled.
AmberFlashing. Port
enabled, activity.
RedDiagnostic failure.Contact the Cabletron
OffPort enabled, and no
activity.
Should flash green
every two seconds
indicating BPDUs
being sent if STA is
enabled and there is a
valid link.
GreenFlashing. Indicates
activity. Rate indicates
data rate.
AmberBlinking. Port in
standby.
Port may be disabled
due to Spanning Tree.
RedFlashing. Indicates
collision rate.
Solid. Diagnostic
failure.
AmberSolid. A link is
established with the
device connected to
the port.
Flashing. Link
established, but
administratively
disabled.
Off. No link. No action.
No error.
No error.
No error.
Systems Global Call Center
for assistance.
1. Ensure that the STA is
enabled and that there is a
valid link.
2. Contact the Cabletron
Systems Global Call Center
for assistance.
No action.
1. Ensure that the port is not
disabled.
2. Contact the Cabletron
Systems Global Call Center
for assistance.
No action.
Contact the Cabletron
Systems Global Call Center
for assistance.
No action.
No action.
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4.2FE-100TX LED
The optional FE-100TX has one LED labeled 10/100. The 10/100 LED
together with the RX LED allows the user to determine the Link status
and the operating speed of the Fast Ethernet Interface Module. The
10/100 LED and the Receive (RX) LED are shown in Figure 4-2.
Tables 4-2 and 4-3 provide a functional description of the 10/100 LED
when the RX LED is on or off, respectively.
10
LED
100
=
x
Receive
(RX) LED
Figure 4-2 FE-100TX LED
10
100
FE-100TX
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22
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NOTE
Table 4-2 10/100 LED Indications When RX LED Is On
LEDColorIndication
10/100OffFE-100TX is operating at 10 Mbps.
GreenFE-100TX is operating at 100 Mbps.
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FE-100TX LED
NOTE
No link exists if the associated port (5 or 6) RX LED is off.
Table 4-3 10/100 LED Indications When RX LED Is Off
LEDColorIndication
10/100OffNo Link or no cable attached. FE-100TX
forced to 10 Mbps operation, or is
manually set to “auto-negotiate” mode.
GreenNo Link or no cable attached. FE-100TX is
forced to 100 Mbps operation.
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4.3TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST
If the 2E43-51 is not working properly, refer to Table 4-4 for a checklist
of possible problems, causes, and recommended actions to resolve the
problem.
Table 4-4 Troubleshooting Checklist
ProblemPossible CauseRecommended Action
All LEDs are OFF.Loss of power.Check for proper connection
of the power cable and its
access to a live outlet.
Installed improperly.Check the installation.
No Local
Management
Password screen.
Cannot contact the
2E43-51 from
in-band
management.
Port(s) goes into
standby for no
apparent reason.
User parameters (IP
address, Device and
Module name, etc.)
were lost when the
2E43-51 power was
cycled or the front
panel RESET button
was pressed.
Autobaud is enabled.Press ENTER (RETURN)
(may take up to four times).
Terminal setup is not
correct.
Improper console cable
used.
Using incorrect
Community Name.
The 2E43-51 does not
have an IP address
assigned.
Port is disabled.Enable port.
No link to device.Check link to device.
The 2E43-51 detected a
loop condition.
Mode switch (7), NVRAM
Reset, was changed
sometime before either
cycling power or
pressing the RESET
button causing the
user-entered parameters
to reset to factory default
settings.
Refer to Chapter 5 for proper
setup procedures.
Refer to Appendix A for
proper console port pinouts.
Refer to Chapter 5
for Community Name setup.
Refer to Chapter 5 for IP
address assignment
procedure.
1. Review network design
and delete unnecessary
loops.
2. Call the Cabletron
Systems Global Call
Center if the problem
continues.
1. Reenter the lost
parameters as necessary.
2. Call the Cabletron
Systems Global Call
Center if the problem
continues.
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4.4USING THE RESET BUTTON
The RESET button shown in Figure 4-3 resets the 2E43-51 processor
without affecting the NVRAM.
Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current
switching being performed by the device is halted. A network
!
CAUTION
downtime of up to two minutes will result from this action.
PWR
CPU
LINK 1
ENET 3
LINK 1
ENET 1
2251-37
2E43-51
E3
E4
E1
E2
RESET
RESET Button
COM
Figure 4-3 RESET Button
To reset the 2E43-51 processor, press and release the RESET button. The
2E43-51 goes through a reset process for approximately 45 seconds.
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CHAPTER 5
LOCAL MANAGEMENT
This chapter explains how to set up a management terminal to access
Local Management. It also explains how to use the Local Management
screens and commands.
5.1OVERVIEW
Local Management for the 2E43-51 consists of a series of screens that
allow the management of the 2E43-51 and its attached segments. The
screens allow the user to do the following tasks:
•Assign IP address and subnet mask
•Select a default gateway
•Control access by establishing community names
•Download a new operation software image
•Designate which Network Management Workstations receive SNMP
traps from the device
•View statistics
•Configure ports
•Control the number of receive broadcasts that are switched out to the
other interfaces
•Clear NVRAM
There are three ways to access Local Management:
•Locally using a VT type terminal connected to the COM port
•Remotely using a VT type terminal connected through a modem
•In-band through a Telnet connection
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5.2LOCAL MANAGEMENT KEYBOARD
CONVENTIONS
All key names appear as capital letters in this manual. Table 5-1 explains
the keyboard conventions and the key functions that are used.
Table 5-1 Keyboard Conventions
KeyFunction
These are selection keys that perform the same
ENTER Key
RETURN Key
ESCAPE (ESC) Key
SPACE Bar
BACKSPACE Key
Local Management function. For example, “Press
ENTER” means that you can press either ENTER
or RETURN, unless this manual specifically
instructs you otherwise.
This key allows an escape from a Local
Management screen without saving changes. For
example, “Press ESC twice” means the ESC key
must be pressed quickly two times.
These keys cycle through selections in some Local
Management fields. Use the SPACE bar to cycle
forward through selections and use BACKSPACE
to cycle backward through selections.
These are navigation keys. Use the UP-ARROW,
DOWN-ARROW, LEFT-ARROW, and
Arrow Keys
[–] Key
DEL Key
RIGHT-ARROW keys to move the screen cursor.
For example , “Use the arrow keys” means to press
whichever arrow key moves the cursor to the
desired field on the Local Management screen.
This key decreases values from a Local
Management increment field. For example, “Press
[–]” means to press the minus sign key.
The DEL (Delete) key removes characters from a
Local Management field. F or e xample, “Press DEL”
means to press the Delete key.
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5.3MANA GEMENT TERMINAL SETUP
Use one of the following systems to access Local Management:
•An IBM or compatible PC running a VT series emulation software
package
•A Digital Equipment Corporation VT100 type terminal
•A VT type terminal running emulation programs for the Digital
Equipment Corporation VT100 series
•A remote VT100 type terminal via a modem connection
•In-band via a Telnet connection
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5.3.1Console Cable Connection
Use the Console Cable Kit provided with the 2E43-51 to attach the
management terminal to the 2E43-51 COM port as shown in Figure 5-1.
Connect an IBM PC or compatible device, running the VT terminal
emulation, to the 2E43-51 as follows:
1.Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable (supplied in the
kit) to the COM port on the 2E43-51.
2.Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the
RJ45-to-DB9 adapter (supplied in the kit).
3.Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 adapter to the communications port on
the PC.
12
2E43-51
E3E1E4
E2
RESET
COM
ENET 3ENET 4
LINK 1
PWR
CPU
ENET 1
LINK 1LINK 1
12
LINK 1
RJ45 COM Port
ENET 2
12
12
65
UTP Cable
with RJ45 Connectors
PC
RJ45-to-DB9
PC Adapter
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Figure 5-1 Management Terminal Connection
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5.3.2Management Terminal Setup Parameters
Table 5-2 lists the setup parameters for the local management terminal.
Table 5-2 VT Terminal Setup
Display Setup Menu
Columns ->
Controls ->
Auto Wrap ->
Scroll ->
Text Cursor ->
Cursor Style ->
General Setup Menu
Mode ->
ID number ->
Cursor Keys ->
Power Supply ->
Communications Setup Menu
Transmit ->
Receive ->
XOFF ->
Bits ->
Parity ->
Stop Bit ->
Local Echo ->
Port ->
Transmit ->
Auto Answerback ->
Keyboard Setup Menu
Keys ->
Auto Repeat ->
Keyclick ->
Margin Bell ->
Warning Bell ->
80 Columns
Interpret Controls
No Auto Wrap
Jump Scroll
Cursor
Underline Cursor Style
VT100, 7 Bit Controls
VT100ID
Normal Cursor Keys
UPSS DEC Supplemental
2400, 4800, 9600, 19200
Receive=Transmit
XOFF at 64
8 bits
No Parity
1 Stop Bit
No Local Echo
DEC-423, Data Leads Only
Limited T r ansmit
No Auto Answerback
Typewriter Keys
any option
any option
Margin Bell
Warning Bell
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5.3.3Telnet Connections
Once the 2E43-51 has a valid IP address, the user can establish a Telnet
session with Local Management from any TCP/IP based node on the
network. Telnet connections to the 2E43-51 require the community name
passwords assigned at the SNMP Community Names screen of the
2E43-51.
For information about setting the IP address, refer to Section 5.7.
For information about assigning community names, refer to Section 5.8.
Refer to the instructions included with the Telnet application for
information about establishing a Telnet session.
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5.3.4Monitoring an Uninterruptible Power Supply
If the 2E43-51 is connected to an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
device for protection against the loss of power, a connection from the
2E43-51 COM port to the UPS can be made to monitor the power status
of the UPS. To use the COM port for this purpose, it must be reconfigured
to support the UPS connection using the procedure described in
Section 5.7.10. Refer to the UPS documentation for details on how to
access the status information.
The Console Cable Kit provided with the 2E43-51 is used to attach the
UPS to the 2E43-51 COM port as shown in Figure 5-2.
To connect the UPS device to the COM port of the 2E43-51, proceed as
follows:
1.Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the COM port
on the 2E43-51.
2.Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the
RJ45-to-DB9 male (UPS) adapter.
3.Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 male (UPS) adapter to the female DB9 port
on the rear of the UPS device (see the particular UPS device’s user
instructions for more specific information about the monitoring
connection).
12
2E43-51
E3E1E4
E2
RESET
COM
ENET 3ENET 4
LINK 1
PWR
CPU
ENET 1
LINK 1LINK 1
12
LINK 1
ENET 2
12
12
65
DB9 Port
RJ45 COM Port
UTP Cable
with RJ45 Connectors
UPS Device
RJ45-to-DB9
UPS Adapter
2251-51
Figure 5-2 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Connection
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5.4ACCESSING LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Access to Local Management is controlled through the Local
Management Password screen Figure 5-3. Whenever a connection is
made to the 2E43-51 the Local Management Password screen displays.
Before continuing, the user must enter a password (community name)
which is compared to the previously stored passwords. The le vel of access
allowed the user depends on the password. To set or change passwords,
refer to Section 5.8. The following steps describe the procedure to access
Local Management.
1.Turn on the terminal. Press ENTER (up to four times) until the
2E43-51 Local Management Password screen displays. It is the
automatic line speed seeking feature of the port that makes it necessary
at times to press ENTER several times.
Event Message Line
2E43-51 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
CABLETRON Systems, Incorporated
P.O.Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03866-5005 USA
(603) 332-9400
(c) Copyright CABLETRON Systems, Inc, 1997
Device Serial Number:XXXXXXXXX
Device Hardware Revision: XX
Device Firmware Revision:X.XX.XX
Device BOOTPROM Revision:X.XX.XX
Enter Password:
22511-12
Figure 5-3 The 2E43-51 Local Management Password Screen
2.Enter the Password and press ENTER. The default super-user access
password is “public” or press ENTER.
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NOTE
The User’s password is one of the community names specified
in the SNMP Community Names screen. Access to certain
Local Management capabilities depends on the degree of
access accorded that community name. Refer to Section 5.8.
If an invalid password is entered, the terminal beeps and the
cursor returns to the beginning of the password entry field.
Entering a valid password causes the associated access level
to display at the bottom of the screen and the Device Menu
screen to appear.
If no activity occurs for sev eral min utes, the Local Management
Password screen redisplays and the password has to be
reentered.
5.4.1Navigating Local Management Screens
The 2E4X-27 Local Management application consists of a series of menu
screens. Navigate through Local Management by selecting items from the
menu screens.
The 2E43-51 supports three modes of switch operation. The switching
modes are as follows:
•802.1D Switching (traditional switching)
•802.1Q Switching (port based VLAN switching)
•SecureFast VLAN (Cabletron Systems SecureFast switching)
Depending on the Operational Mode set for the device, the hierarchy of
the Local Management screens differs as shown in Figure 5-4, Figure 5-5
and Figure 5-6. Refer to the appropriate figure that relates to the
Operational Mode set for the device to see the applicable Local
Management screen hierarchy.
Select items on a menu screen by performing the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight a menu item.
2.Press ENTER. The selected menu item displays on the screen.
5.4.3Exiting Local Management Screens
There are two ways to exit the Local Management (LM) screens.
Using the Exit Command
To exit LM using the EXIT screen command, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the EXIT command at the bottom of
the Local Management screen.
2.Press ENTER. The Local Management Password screen displays and
the session ends.
Using the RETURN Command
To exit LM using the RETURN command, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the RETURN command at the bottom
of the Local Management screen.
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2.Press ENTER. The previous screen in the Local Management
hierarchy displays.
NOTE
The user can also exit Local Management screens by pressing
ESC twice. This exit method does not warn about unsaved
changes and all unsaved changes are lost.
3.Exit from 2E43-51 Local Management by repeating steps 1 and 2 until
the Device Menu screen displays.
4.To end the LM session, use the arrow keys to highlight the RETURN
command at the bottom of the Device Menu screen.
5.Press ENTER. The Local Management Password screen displays and
the session ends.
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5.5DEVICE MENU SCREEN
The Device Menu screen is the access point for all Local Management
screens. Figure 5-7 shows the Device Menu screen.
If the terminal is idle for several minutes, the Local
Management Password screen redisplays and the session
ends.
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The following explains each Device Menu screen field as shown in
Figure 5-7:
DEVICE CONFIGURATION
The Device Configuration screen provides access to the Local
Management screens that are used to configure the 2E43-51 and also to
the Device Specific Configuration Menu screen. The Device Specific
Configuration Menu screen provides access to the screens that allow the
user to check the 2E43-51 resources and set operating parameters specific
to each port.
For details about the Device Configuration Menu screen, refer to
Section 5.6. For details about the Device Specific Configuration Menu
screen, refer to Section 5.11.
DEVICE STATISTICS
The Device Statistics screen provides statistics and performance
information for the 2E43-51. For details, refer to Section 5.21.
NETWORK TOOLS
The Network Tools function resides on the 2E43-51 and consists of a
series of commands that allow the user to access and manage network
devices. Section 5.26 explains how to use the Network Tools utility.
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5.6DEVICE CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN
The Device Configuration Menu screen, Figure 5-8, provides access to
Local Management screens. These screens allow the user to configure and
monitor operating parameters, modify SNMP community names, set
SNMP traps, configure switch parameters and configure 2E43-51 ports.
NOTE
screen do not display if the operational mode of the device is
set to SECURE FAST VLAN:
SWITCH CONFIGURATION
SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION
Section 5.7.9 provides instructions on setting the operational
mode.
To access the Device Configuration Menu screen from the Device Menu
screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the DEVICE CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The Device
Configuration Menu screen displays.
2E43-51 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Device Configuration Menu
The following menu items on the Device Configuration Menu
Device Name: 2E43-51
GENERAL CONFIGURATION
SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES
SNMP TRAPS
SWITCH CONFIGURATION
SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION
DEVICE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION
The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the Device
Configuration Menu screen:
GENERAL CONFIGURATION
The General Configuration screen allows the user to monitor and
configure operating parameters for the 2E43-51. For details, refer
to Section 5.7.
SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES
The SNMP Community Names screen allows the user to enter new,
change, or review the community names used as access passwords for
device management operation. Access is limited based on the password
level of the user. For details, refer to Section 5.8.
SNMP TRAPS
The SNMP Traps screen provides display and configuration access to the
table of IP addresses used for trap destinations and associated community
names. For details, refer to Section 5.9.
SWITCH CONFIGURATION
The Switch Configuration screen provides the basic setup options for
making a switch operational in the network. For details, refer to
Section 5.10.
SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION
The SmartTrunk Configuration screen allows the user to logically group
interfaces to aggregate high speed uplinks. For details, refer to the
SmartTrunk User’s Guide.
DEVICE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION
The Device Specific Configuration Menu screen allows the user to select
screens to configure ports or check system resources specific to the
2E43-51. For details, refer to Section 5.11.
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5.7GENERAL CONFIGURATION SCREEN
The General Configuration screen, Figure 5-9, allows the user to set the
system date and time, IP address and subnet mask, the Default Gateway,
the TFTP Gateway IP address, and the operational mode. Also, clear the
NVRAM, set the screen refresh time, the screen lockout time, the IP
fragmentation, and the COM port configuration.
To access the General Configuration screen from the Device
Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the
GENERAL CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The
General Configuration screen displays.
Event Message Line
Device Name: 2E43-51
MAC Address:
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway:
TFTP Gateway IP Addr:
Device Date:
Device Time:
Screen Refresh Time:
Screen Lockout Time:
Device Uptime: XX D XX H XX M
01/11/1997
14:23:00
03 sec.
15 min.
RETURNSAVE
2251-15
Figure 5-9 General Configuration Screen
The following briefly explains each General Configuration screen field:
MAC Address (Read-Only)
Displays the physical address of the 2E43-51.
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IP Address (Modifiable)
Displays and allows the user to set the IP address for the 2E43-51. To set
the IP address, refer to Section 5.7.1. The IP address can also be set
through Runtime IP Address Discovery as previously described in
Section 1.3.5.
Subnet Mask (Modifiable)
Displays the subnet mask for the 2E43-51. A subnet mask “masks out”
the network bits of the IP address by setting the bits in the mask to 1 when
the network treats the corresponding bits in the IP address as part of the
network or subnetwork address, or to 0 if the corresponding bit identifies
the host. For details about how to change the subnet mask from its default
value, refer to Section 5.7.2.
Default Gateway (Modifiable)
Displays the default gateway for the 2E43-51. This field is not defined
until an appropriate value is entered. For details about why and ho w to set
the Default Gateway, refer to Section 5.7.3.
TFTP Gateway IP Addr (Modifiable)
Displays and allows the user to set the TFTP Gateway IP address for the
2E43-51. To set the TFTP Gateway IP address, refer to Section 5.7.4.
Device Date (Modifiable)
Contains a value that the device recognizes as the current date. To set a
new device date, refer to Section 5.7.5.
Device Time (Modifiable)
Contains a value that the device recognizes as the current time. To enter a
new time, refer to Section 5.7.6.
Screen Refresh Time (Modifiable)
Contains the rate at which the screens are updated. This setting
determines how frequently (in seconds) information is updated on the
screen. To enter a new update time, refer to Section 5.7.7.
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Screen Lockout Time (Modifiable)
Contains the maximum number of minutes that the Local Management
application displays a module’s screen while awaiting input or action
from a user. For example, if the number 5 is entered in this field, the user
has up to five minutes to respond to each of the specified module’s Local
Management screens.
In this example, after five minutes of “idleness” (no input or action), the
terminal “beeps” five times, the Local Management application
terminates the session, and the display returns to the Local Management
Password screen. To enter a new lockout time, refer to Section 5.7.8.
Device Uptime (Read-Only)
Displays the total time that the device has been operating.
Operational Mode (Selectable)
Allows the user to set the 2E43-51 so it operates as a an 802.1D switch
(802.1D SWITCHING), an IEEE 802.1Q switch (802.1Q SWITCHING),
or a Cabletron Systems SecureFast switch (SECURE FAST VLAN).
In 802.1D SWITCHING mode, the 12 connections on each RJ21 port
(ENET1 – ENET4) act as repeaters, and may be switched to each other
and to any Fast Ethernet Interface Module and HSIM port(s) in the
2E43-51R.
In 802.1Q SWITCHING mode, the device is able to increase its switching
functionality by creating and maintaining IEEE 802.1Q port based Virtual
LANs (VLANs).
When the operational mode is set to SECURE FAST VLAN, the device
acts as a SecureFast switch. With the Cabletron Systems VLAN Manager
software, the device is able to increase its switching functionality by
creating and maintaining VLANs.
For details on how to select the Operational Mode, refer to Section 5.7.9.
Com (Toggle)
Allows the user to enable or disable the COM port. The selection toggles
between ENABLED and DISABLED. The default is ENABLED. For
details about setting up the COM port, refer to Section 5.7.10.
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Application (Toggle)
Allows the user to set the application that the COM port supports. The
field toggles between LM (Local Management) and UPS (Uninterruptible
Power Supply).
The UPS setting allows the COM port to be used to monitor an American
Power Conversion (APC) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
The baud rate setting for LM is automatically sensed. For UPS, the baud
rate is automatically set to 2400.
The default setting is LM. For details about how to configure the COM
port for various applications, refer to Section 5.7.10.
Clear NVRAM (Toggle)
Allows the user to reset NVRAM to the factory default settings. All
user-entered parameters, such as IP address and Community Names, are
then replaced with 2E43-51 default configuration settings. For details,
refer to Section 5.7.11.
IP Fragmentation (Toggle)
Allows the user to enable or disable IP Fragmentation. The default setting
for this is field is ENABLED. If the 2E43-51 is to be bridged to an FDDI
ring, IP Fragmentation must be enabled. If IP Fragmentation is disabled,
all FDDI frames that exceed the maximum Ethernet frame size are
discarded. For details on enabling IP Fragmentation, refer to
Section 5.7.12.
5.7.1Setting the IP Address
To set the IP address, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Address field.
2.Enter the IP address into this field using Dotted Decimal Notation
(DDN) format.
For example: 134.141.79.120
3.Press ENTER. If the IP address is a valid format, the cursor returns to
the beginning of the IP address field. If the entry is not valid, the screen
displays the message “INVALID IP ADDRESS OR FORMAT
ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value and
refreshes the IP address field with the previous value.
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4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press
ENTER. The warning screen shown in Figure 5-10 displays.
WARNING!
YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION
ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE.
ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE?
YES
Figure 5-10 Configuration Warning Screen
NO
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5.Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command, then press
ENTER. The changes are saved and the device reboots.
5.7.2Setting the Subnet Mask
If the management workstation that is to receive SNMP traps from the
2E43-51 is located on a separate subnet, the subnet mask for the 2E43-51
may need to be changed from its default.
To change the subnet mask from its default, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Subnet Mask field.
2.Enter the subnet mask into this field using Dotted Decimal Notation
(DDN) format.
For example: 255.255.0.0
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3.Press ENTER. If the subnet mask is valid, the cursor returns to the
beginning of the Subnet Mask field. If the entry is not valid, the screen
displays the message “INVALID SUBNET MASK OR FORMAT
ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value, but
it does refresh the Subnet Mask field with the previous value.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press
ENTER. The warning screen shown in Figure 5-11 displays.
WARNING!
YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION
ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE.
ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE?
YES
Figure 5-11 Configuration Warning Screen
NO
19601-84
5.Use the arrow key to highlight the YES command, then press ENTER.
The changes are saved and the device reboots.
5.7.3Setting the Default Gateway
If the SNMP management station is located on a different IP subnet than
the 2E43-51, a default gateway must be specified. When an SNMP Trap is
generated, the 2E43-51 sends the Trap to the default gateway. To set the
default gateway, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Default Gateway field.
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2.Enter the IP address of the default gateway using the DDN format.
For example: 134.141.79.121
3.Press ENTER. If the default gateway entered is a valid format, the
cursor returns to the beginning of the Default Gateway field. If the
entry is not valid, the screen displays “INVALID DEFAULT
GATEWAY OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local Management does not
alter the current value, but it does refresh the Default Gateway field
with the previous value.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command.
5.Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays at the top of the
screen.
5.7.4Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address
If the network TFTP server is located on a different IP subnet than the
2E43-51, a Gateway IP address should be specified. To set the TFTP
Gateway IP address, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field.
2.Enter the IP address of the TFTP gateway using the DDN format.
For example: 134.141.80.122
3.Press ENTER. If the TFTP gateway IP address entered is a valid
format, the cursor returns to the beginning of the TFTP Gateway IP
Address field. If the entry is not valid, the screen displays “INVALID
TFTP GATEWAY IP ADDRESS OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local
Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the
TFTP Gateway IP Address field with the previous value.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command.
5.Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays at the top of the
screen.
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5.7.5Setting the Device Date
The 2E43-51 is year 2000 compliant so that the Device Date field can be
set beyond the year 1999.
To set the system date, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Device Date field.
2.Enter the date in an MM/DD/YYYY format.
NOTE
It is not necessary to add separators between month, day, and
year numbers, as long as each entry has the correct number of
numeric characters. For example, to set the date to
03/17/1997, type “03171997” in the Device Date field.
3.Press ENTER to set the system calendar to the date in the input field.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen and press ENTER.
If the date entered is a valid format, the message displays “SAVED OK”
at the top of the screen. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does
not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Device Date field with
the previous value.
5.7.6Setting the Device Time
To set the device clock, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Device Time field.
2.Enter the time in a 24-hour format, HH:MM:SS.
NOTE
When entering the time in the system time field, separators
between hours, minutes, and seconds are not needed as long
as each entry uses two numeric characters. F or e xample, to set
the time to 6:45 A.M., type “064500” in the Device Time field.
3.Press ENTER to set the system clock to the time in the input field.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen and press ENTER.
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If the time entered is a valid format, the message displays “SAVED OK”
at the top of the screen. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does
not alter the current value and refreshes the Device Time field with the
previous value.
5.7.7Entering a New Screen Refresh Time
The screen refresh time is set from 3 to 99 seconds with a default of 3
seconds. To set a new screen refresh time, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Refresh Time field.
2.Enter a number from 3 to 99.
3.Press ENTER to set the refresh time to the time entered in the input
field.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen and press ENTER.
If the time entered is within the 3 to 99 seconds range, the message
“SAVED OK” displays at the top of the screen. If the entry is not valid,
Local Management does not alter the current setting, but it does refresh
the Screen Refresh Time field with the previous value.
5.7.8Setting the Screen Lockout Time
The screen lockout time can be set from 1 to 30 minutes with a default of
15 minutes. To set a new lockout time, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Lockout Time field.
2.Enter a number from 1 to 30.
3.Press ENTER to set the lockout time in the input field.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen and press ENTER.
If the time entered is within the 1 to 30 minutes range, the message
“SAVED OK” displays at the top of the screen. If the entry is not valid,
Local Management does not alter the current setting, but it does refresh
the Screen Lockout Time field with the previous value.
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5.7.9Setting the Operational Mode
To set the Operational Mode, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field.
2.Press the SPACE bar to toggle to the appropriate operational mode
(802.1D SWITCHING, 802.1Q SWITCHING or SECURE FAST
VLAN).
3.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press
ENTER. The warning screen shown in Figure 5-12 displays.
WARNING!
YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION
ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE.
ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE?
YES
Figure 5-12 Configuration Warning Screen
NO
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4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command, then press
ENTER. The changes are saved and the device reboots.
NOTE
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Port Based VLAN User’s Guide
type of operation.
If the 2E43-51 is set to SECURE FAST VLAN, refer to your
SecureFast documentation set to configure the devices for this
type of operation.
to configure the devices for this
General Configuration Screen
5.7.10Configuring the COM Port
Upon power up, the COM port is configured to the default settings of
ENABLED and LM.
Before altering the COM port settings, read this entire COM
port configuration section. Altering the COM port settings
!
CAUTION
To configure the COM port, the user must enable/disable the COM port
and select an application.
The 2E43-51 COM port supports the following applications:
•Local Management connections
•American Power Conversion Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
To configure the COM port, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Com field.
disconnects the Local Management terminal from the port, and
ends the Local Management session.
connections
Do NOT disable or alter the settings of the COM port while
operating the current Local Management connection through a
!
CAUTION
terminal. Altering the COM port settings disconnects the Local
Management terminal from the port, and ends the Local
Management session. If the 2E43-51 was previously assigned
a valid IP address, reenter Local Management by establishing
a Telnet connection to the device. If the device does not have a
valid IP address and the COM port has been disabled or the
settings changed, reset NVRAM on the 2E43-51 (refer to
Section 5.7.11) to reestablish COM port communications.
2.Press the SPACE bar to choose either ENABLED or DISABLED.
ENABLED supports the connection of a terminal to the COM port for
a particular application. DISABLED does not support the connection
of a terminal to the COM port.
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If the COM port is reconfigured without a valid IP address set
on the device, the message shown in Figure 5-13 displays.
!
CAUTION
Do not continue unless the outcome of the action is fully
understood.
WARNING
THE COM PORT HAS BEEN RECONFIGURED AND THERE IS NO IP
ADDRESS SET FOR THIS DEVICE. YOU WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE
TO MANAGE THIS BOARD. DO YOU STILL WISH TO RECONFIGURE
THIS COM PORT?
YES
Figure 5-13 COM Port Warning Screen
NO
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3.Use the arrow keys to highlight YES. Press ENTER.
4.If you ENABLED the port, proceed to step 5. If you DISABLED the
port, use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen,
then press ENTER.
5.When the message “SAVED OK” appears, the edits you made are
saved.
Exiting without saving causes the message “NOT SAVED -PRESS SA VE TO KEEP CHANGES” to appear. Exiting without
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CAUTION
saving causes all edits to be lost.
6.Use the arrows keys to highlight the Application field.
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7.Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step through the available
settings until the operation you require appears. Table 5-3 lists the
available settings and their corresponding applications.
Table 5-3 COM Port Application Settings
SettingApplication
[LM]Local Management Session
[UPS]APC Power Supply SNMP Proxy
8.Press ENTER to accept the application.
9.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen, then press the ENTER key.
10. When the message “SAVED OK” displays, the edits are saved.
5.7.11Clearing NVRAM
Clearing NVRAM will result in the loss of all user-entered
parameters. Do not proceed unless this procedure is
!
CAUTION
completely understood.
Clearing NVRAM allows the user to clear all user-entered parameters,
such as, the IP address and Community Names from NVRAM.
Clear NVRAM as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Clear NVRAM field.
2.Use the SPACE bar to toggle the field to YES.
3.Use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen.
4.Press ENTER. The warning screen shown in Figure 5-14 displays.
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YOU HAVE ELECTED TO CLEAR NVRAM. THIS WILL CLEAR
ALL SYSTEM DEFAULTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
IP ADDRESS, INTERFACE CONFIGURATION, AND COM PORT
CONFIGURATION, THEN RESET THE BOARD.
ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CLEAR NVRAM?
WARNING
YES
Figure 5-14 Clear NVRAM Warning Screen
NO
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5.Select YES and the message “CLEARING NVRAM. REBOOT IN
PROGRESS...” displays.
6.The 2E43-51 clears NVRAM and reboots. All user-entered parameters
default to factory default settings.
5.7.12Enabling/Disabling IP Fragmentation
To enable or disable IP Fragmentation, proceed as follows:
If the 2E43-51 is being bridged to an FDDI ring (for example,
via an optional HSIM-F6), enable IP Fragmentation. If it is
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CAUTION
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Fragmentation field.
2.Press the SPACE bar to choose either ENABLED or DISABLED.
disabled, all FDDI frames that exceed the maximum Ethernet
frame size are discarded.
3.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command.
4.Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays at the top of the
screen.
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5.8SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SCREEN
The SNMP Community Names screen allows the user to set SNMP
Management community names. Community names act as passwords to
Local/Remote Management and are agents of security access to the
2E43-51. Access to the 2E43-51 is controlled by enacting any of three
different levels of security authorization (read-only, read-write, and
super-user).
NOTE
allows existing passwords to be changed, and all modifiable
MIB objects for the Cabletron Container MIB and Internet
MIB-II to be edited.
To access the SNMP Community Names screen from the Device
Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES menu item and press ENTER. The SNMP
Community Names screen displays.
Super-user access gives the user full management privileges,
The following explains each SNMP Community Names screen field:
Community Name (Modifiable)
Displays the user-defined name through which a user accesses the
2E43-51 SNMP Management. Any community name assigned here acts
as a password to Local/Remote Management.
Access Policy (Read-Only)
Indicates the access accorded each community name. The available
access levels are as follows:
read-onlyThis community name gives the user read-only
access to the 2E43-51 MIB objects, and
excludes access to security-protected fields of
read-write or super-user authorization.
read-writeThis community name gives the user read-write
access to the 2E43-51 MIB objects, excluding
security protected fields for Super-User access
only.
super-userThis community name gi ves the user read-write
access to the 2E43-51
MIB objects and allows
the user to change all modifiable parameters
including community names, IP addresses,
traps, and SNMP objects.
5.8.1Establishing Community Names
The password used to access Local Management at the Password Screen
must have super-user access to view and edit the SNMP Community
Names screen. Using a password with read-only or read-write access does
not allow the user to view or edit the SNMP Community Names screen.
NOTE
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Any community name assigned in the SNMP Community
Names screen is a password to its corresponding level of
access to Local Management. The community name assigned
super-user access is the only one that gives the user complete
access to Local Management.
SNMP Community Names Screen
To establish community names, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Community Name field adjacent
to the selected access level.
2.Enter the password in the field (maximum 31 characters).
3.Press ENTER.
4.Repeat steps 1 through 3 to modify the other community names.
5.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen and press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays.
The community names are saved to memory and their access modes
implemented.
NOTE
Exiting without saving causes a “NOT SAVED?” message to
display abov e the SAVE command. Edits are lost if the y are not
saved before exiting.
6.To exit the screen, use the arrow keys to highlight RETURN and press
ENTER.
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5.9SNMP TRAPS SCREEN
Since the 2E43-51 is an SNMP compliant device, it can send messages to
multiple Network Management Stations to alert users of status changes.
The SNMP Traps screen is shown in Figure 5-16.
To access the SNMP Traps screen from the Device Configuration Menu
screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SNMP TRAPS menu item and
press ENTER. The SNMP Traps screen displays.
Event Message Line
Device Name: 2E43-51
Trap Destination
0.0.0.0
0.0.0.0
0.0.0.0
0.0.0.0
0.0.0.0
0.0.0.0
0.0.0.0
0.0.0.0
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SNMP Traps
Trap Community Name
public
public
public
public
public
public
public
public
The following explains each field of the SNMP Traps screen.
RETURNSAVE
2251-17
Trap Destination(Modifiable)
Indicates the IP address of the workstation to receive trap alarms. Up to
eight different destinations can be defined.
Trap Community Name(Modifiable)
Displays the Community Name included in the trap message sent to the
Network Management Station with the associated IP address.
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Enable Traps(Toggle)
Enables transmission of the traps to the network management station with
the associated IP address. This field toggles between YES and NO.
5.9.1Configuring the Trap Table
To configure the Trap table, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the appropriate Trap Destination
field.
2.Enter the IP address of the workstation that is to receive traps. IP
address entries must follow the DDN format.
For example: 134.141.79.121
3.Press ENTER. If an invalid entry is entered, the message “INVALID
IP ENTERED” displays.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Trap Community Name field.
Enter the community name.
5.Press ENTER.
6.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Enable Traps field. Press the
SPACE bar to choose either YES (send alarms from the 2E43-51 to
the workstation), or NO (prevent alarms from being sent).
7.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command and press
ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays on the screen.
NOTE
Exiting without saving causes a “NOT SAVED?” message to
appear above the SAVE command. Edits are lost if the y are not
saved before exiting.
8.To exit the screen, use the arrow keys to highlight RETURN and press
ENTER.
The designated workstations now receive traps from the 2E43-51.
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5.10SWITCH CONFIGURATION SCREEN
NOTE
operational mode of the device is set to SECURE FAST VLAN.
This screen may only be used when the device is configured to
operate as an 802.1D or 802.1Q switch.
The Switch Configuration screen, Figure 5-17, provides the basic setup
options to make a switch operational in your network.
T o access the Switch Configuration screen from the De vice Configuration
Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SWITCH CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The Switch
Configuration screen displays showing up to 7 ports, depending on if
there are Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and an HSIM installed in the
device.
The Switch Configuration screen is not available if the
Event Message Line
Device Name: 2E43-51
Switch Address: 00-00-1D-00-00-00
Number of Ports: 7
The following describes each field of the Switch Configuration screen:
Switch Address(Read-Only)
Displays the MAC address of the switch.
Number of Ports(Read-Only)
Displays the total number of switched ports on the 2E43-51.
NOTE
Type of STA (Toggle)
Ethernet networks 1 through 4 (ENET 1 through ENET 4) are
considered as single switched ports.
Allows the user to set the method that switches use to decide which
switch is the controlling (Root) switch when two or more switches exist in
parallel (Spanning Tree Algorithm). Valid selection is IEEE, DEC, and
None. To set the STA, refer to Section 5.10.1.
Age Time (Modifiable)
Allows the user to set the amount of time (in seconds) that the 2E43-51
keeps an address in its switch table before discarding it. An address is
automatically discarded when a valid Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU)
is not received from that address within the time specified in the Age T ime
field. To change the Age T ime field from the default v alue of 300 seconds,
refer to Section 5.10.2.
Port # (Read-Only)
Lists each switched port on the device.
MAC Address(Read-Only)
Displays the hardware address assigned to each listed port.
State (Read-Only)
Disabled: Management disabled this interface. No traffic is received or
forwarded while the interface is disabled.
Listening: The switch is not adding information to the Transparent
Database. The switch is monitoring the Bridge Protocol Data Unit
(BPDU) traffic while preparing to move from the learning to the
forwarding state.
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Learning: The switch is learning the addresses on this interface. The
switch enters the learning state when the Transparent Database is created
(during start-up or after being deleted), or when the Spanning Tree
Algorithm detects a network topology change.
Forwarding: The switch is operating and this interface is forwarding
traffic.
Blocking: This interface will not forward any traffic through the switch
because a loop condition has been detected by the STA.
Status (Toggle)
Allows the user to disable or enable a port by setting the status of the
listed interface to either ENABLED or DISABLED. To set the port status,
refer to Section 5.10.3.
5.10.1Setting the STA
The Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA) setting allows the user to set the
method that the switches use to decide which is the controller (Root)
switch when two or more switches are in parallel. The av ailable selections
are IEEE, DEC, and NONE.
To set the STA, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Type of STA field.
2.Use the SPACE bar to step to the appropriate setting of IEEE, DEC,
or NONE.
3.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen.
4.Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays.
5.10.2Setting the Age Time Field
To set the Age Time, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Age Time field.
2.Type in the desired Age Time in increments of 10. The available Age
Time range is 10 to 1,000,000 seconds with the default value being
300 seconds.
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3.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen.
4.Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” is displayed.
5.10.3Setting (Enabling or Disabling) the Port Status
To set the status of an interface (port), proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Status field of the port.
2.Use the SPACE bar to toggle to either ENABLED or DISABLED.
3.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen.
4.Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays.
5.11DEVICE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION MENU
SCREEN
The Device Specific Configuration Menu screen, Figure 5-18, allows the
user to select one of five screens to configure ports or check system
resources specific to the 2E43-51.
NOTE
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The PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION menu item on the Device
Specific Configuration Menu screen does not display if the
operational mode of the device is set to 802.1Q SWITCHING.
The PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION and BROADCAST
SUPPRESSION menu items do not display if the operational
mode is set to SECURE FAST VLAN.
Section 5.7.9 provides instructions on setting the operational
mode.
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To access the Device Specific Configuration Menu screen from the
Device Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the
DEVICE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION menu item and press
ENTER. The Device Specific Configuration Menu screen displays.
2E43-51 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Device Specific Configuration Menu
Device Name: 2E43-51
SYSTEM RESOURCES
HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION
FLASH DOWNLOAD
PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION
BROADCAST SUPPRESSION
802.1Q VLAN CONFIGURATION
REPEATER CONFIGURATION MENU
Figure 5-18 Device Specific Configuration Menu Screen
The following explains each selectable item in the Device Specific
Configuration Menu screen:
SYSTEM RESOURCES
The System Resources screen displays the amount of FLASH memory,
DRAM and NVRAM installed, indicates the amount of available memory
and provides information on 2E43-51 operation. For details, refer to
Section 5.12.
HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION
The High Speed Interface Configuration screen provides access to the
Fast Ethernet Interfaces screen and the HSIM screen. For details, refer to
Section 5.13.
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FLASH DOWNLOAD
The FLASH Download screen allows the user to download information
from FLASH memory and force the 2E43-51 to download a new image
file from a TFTP server. For details, refer to Section 5.15.
PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION
The Port Redirect Function screen allows the user to redirect traffic from
one or multiple switch ports to a specific destination switch port. For
details, refer to Section 5.16.
BROADCAST SUPPRESSION
The Broadcast Suppression screen allows the user to set a desired limit of
received broadcast frames that will be forwarded per port per second. F or
details, refer to Section 5.17.
802.1Q VLAN CONFIGURATION
This menu item will only display if the 2E43-51 has been configured to
operate as an 802.1Q switch as described in Section 5.7.9. When selected,
this menu item opens the VLAN Main Menu screen. F or details about the
VLAN Local Management screens, refer to the Cabletron Systems
Port Based VLAN User’s Guide.
REPEATER CONFIGURATION MENU
The Repeater Configuration Menu screen enables the user to select the
security screens: Device Level Security Configuration, and Port Level
Security Configuration. For details refer to Section 5.18.
5.12SYSTEM RESOURCES SCREEN
The System Resources screen, Figure 5-19, provides information
concerning the processor used in the 2E43-51 and the amount of FLASH
memory, DRAM, and NVRAM that is installed and how much of that
memory is available. This screen also allows the user to monitor the
current processor (switch) utilization and the peak switch utilization.
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To access the System Resources screen from the Device Specific
Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SYSTEM RESOURCES menu item and press ENTER. The System Resources
screen displays.
Event Message Line
Device Name: 2E43-51
Flash Memory Installed : 4 MB
DRAM Installed: 20 MB
NVRAM Installed: XX KB
SAVE
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System Resources
CPU Type: i960 HT 25 Mhz
Available:XXXXX Bytes
Available:XXXXX Bytes
Available:XXXXX Bytes
Current Switch Utilization: 66%
Peak Switch Utilization: 75%
The following briefly explains each field of the System Resources screen.
CPU Type (Read-only)
Indicates the microprocessor used in the 2E43-51.
Flash Memory Installed (Read-only)
Indicates the amount of FLASH memory installed in the 2E43-51 and
how much is currently available.
DRAM Installed (Read-only)
Indicates the amount of DRAM installed in the 2E43-51 and how much of
it is currently available.
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NVRAM Installed (Read-only)
Indicates the amount of NVRAM installed in the 2E43-51 and how much
of it is currently available.
Current Switch Utilization (Read-only)
Shows the percentage of the device switching capacity currently being
used.
Peak Switch Utilization (Read-only)
Shows the peak percentage of device switching capacity used, since the
last reset.
Reset Peak Switch Utilization (Toggle)
Allows the user to reset the Peak Switch Utilization field. The switch may
be set to either YES or NO as described in Section 5.12.1. YES resets the
Peak Switch Utilization field to the current system traffic.
5.12.1Setting the Reset Peak Switch Utilization
To set the Reset Peak Switch Utilization field to YES or NO, proceed as
follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Reset Peak Switch Utilization
field.
2.Press the SPACE bar to select YES or NO.
3.Use the arrows keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen.
4.Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays.
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5.13HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION MENU
SCREEN
The High Speed Interface Configuration Menu screen, Figure 5-20,
applies to the Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and the High Speed
Interface Module.
NOTE
Interface Modules and a High Speed Interface Module (HSIM)
are installed.
If only the Fast Ethernet Interface Module(s) or the HSIM is
installed, then the respective F ast Ethernet Interfaces screen or
the HSIM Setup screen displays instead of the High Speed
Interface Configuration Menu screen.
To access the High Speed Interface Configuration Menu screen from the
Device Specific Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to
highlight the HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION menu
item and press ENTER. The High Speed Interface Configuration Menu
screen displays.
This screen does not display unless one or two Fast Ethernet
Figure 5-20 High Speed Interface Configuration Menu Screen
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The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the High
Speed Interface Configuration Menu screen.
FAST ETHERNET INTERFACES
Displays a screen named High Speed Interface Configuration. This screen
shows the types of Fast Ethernet Interface Modules installed in ports 5
and 6, their current operating mode, and indicates if the ports are linked.
This screen also allows the user to enable or disable Auto-Negotiation and
set the Advertised Ability. For details, refer to Section 5.14.
HSIM
Displays the types of interfaces installed in the High Speed Interface
Module (HSIM) slots. The HSIM screens are described in their respective
user’s guides.
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5.14HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION
SCREEN
NOTE
applies only to ports 5 and 6. This screen supports the
FE-100TX, FE-100FX, and FE-100F3 Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules that operate at 100 Mbps.
The High Speed Interface Configuration screen displays the types of
interfaces installed in ports 5 and 6, their current operating mode, and
indicates if the ports are linked. This screen also allows the user to enable
or disable Auto-Negotiation and set the Advertised Ability.
To access the High Speed Interface Configuration screen from the High
Speed Interface Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to
highlight the FAST ETHERNET INTERFACES menu item and press
ENTER. The High Speed Interface Configuration screen displays.
The High Speed Interface Configuration screen, Figure 5-21,
Event Message Line
Device Name: 2E43-51
Port Type
Link Status
Current Oper. Mode
Desired Oper. Mode
Advertised Ability
Figure 5-21 High Speed Interface Configuration Screen
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The following briefly explains each field of the High Speed Interface
Configuration screen.
Port Type (Read-only)
Displays the type of interface (FE-100FX, FE-100TX, FE-100F3, or
Unknown) installed in ports 5 and 6. Figure 5-21 shows that there is an
FE-100TX interface installed in port 5 and no interface indicated by
Unknown in port 6.
Link Status (Read-only)
Indicates whether or not there is a physical connection from this port to
another 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX/FX device. One of the following
values displays:
•Link – There is a link signal present and a valid physical connection
to another device.
•No Link – There is no link signal present and no valid physical
connection to another device.
Current Oper. Mode (Read-only)
This field displays the current operating mode of ports 5 and 6.
Depending on whether a 100BASE-FX or 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
Interface Module is installed, this field displays the following:
•With a 100BASE-FX interface: 100Base-FX, 100Base-FXFD (full
duplex), or N/A when the port slot is empty.
•With a 100BASE-TX interface: Unknown, 10Base-T, 10Base-TFD
(full duplex), 100Base-TX, 100Base-TXFD (full duplex) or N/A when
the port slot is empty.
Desired Oper. Mode (Selectable)
This field allows the user to select the desired operational mode for an
interface in port 5 or 6. The field toggles between 100Base-FX and
100Base-FXFD (full duplex) when an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 is
installed. Section 5.14.1 describes how to configure a port with an
FE-100FX or FE-100F3.
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NOTE
In normal operation, the port with an FE-100TX installed
automatically establishes a link with the device at the other end
of the segment without requiring user setup. However, Local
Management provides the user with the option of manually
configuring that port.
If an FE-100TX is installed, the field steps to Auto-Negotiation,
10Base-T, 10Base-TFD (full duplex), 100Base-TX, and 100Base-TXFD
(full duplex). In normal operation, the port with an FE-100TX installed is
capable of auto-negotiating the operational mode and no further user
setup is required. Section 5.14.2 describes how to manually configure an
FE-100TX.
In Auto Negotiation, the FE-100TX negotiates to the highest common
denominator of the two interfaces. The order of priority of negotiation is
100Base-TXFD, 100Base-TX, 10Base-TFD, and 10Base-T.
Advertised Ability (Selectable)
During auto-negotiation, the FE-100TX “tells” the device at the other end
of the segment about its capabilities. The capabilities of a port (5 or 6)
with an FE-100TX installed are 10Base-T, 10Base-TFD (full duplex
mode), 100Base-TX and 100Base-TXFD (full duplex mode). In normal
operation, with all capabilities enabled, the FE-100TX “advertises” that it
has the ability to operate in any mode. The Network Manager may choose
to set up the port so that only a portion of the available capabilities are
advertised and the others are disabled. For example, only 100Base-TX
and 100Base-TXFD might be enabled so that only devices that operate at
100 Mbps can communicate with that port. Section 5.14.2.2 describes
how to enable or disable advertised modes.
5.14.1Configuring an FE-100FX or FE-100F3
When an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 is installed in port 5 or 6, it must be
manually set to operate in the same technology as the device at the other
end of the connected segment. Section 5.14.1.1 provides instructions for
manually configuring the port with an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 interface.
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5.14.1.1Setting the FE-100FX or FE-100F3
Operational Mode
Use the Desired Oper. Mode field to set the active technology. This field
toggles between 100Base-FX and 100Base-FXFD (full duplex). To set the
active technology through Local Management, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Desired Oper. Mode field.
2.Use the SPACE bar to select 100Base-FX or 100Base-FXFD (full
duplex).
3.Press ENTER. The port now operates in the chosen mode.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER.
The message “SAVED OK” displays and Local Management saves
the changes to memory.
5.14.2Configuring an FE-100TX
In normal operation, a port (5 or 6) with an FE-100TX interface
automatically establishes a link with the device at the other end of the
segment and no user setup is required. Section 5.14.2.1 and
Section 5.14.2.2 provide instructions for manually configuring the port
with an FE-100TX installed.
5.14.2.1Setting the FE-100TX Operational Mode
Use the Desired Oper. Mode field to set the active technology. This field
steps between Auto-Negotiation, 10Base-T, 10Base-TFD (full duplex),
100Base-TX, and 100Base-TXFD (full duplex). If Auto-Negotiation is
selected, the FE-100TX automatically sets the active technology. To
manually set the active technology through Local Management, proceed
as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Desired Oper. Mode field.
2.Use the SPACE bar to select the desired mode. Press ENTER. If any
mode other than Auto-Negotiation is selected, the port only operates
in the chosen mode and Auto-Negotiation is disabled.
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3.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER.
The message “SAVED OK” displays and Local Management saves
the changes to memory. The selected mode is displayed in both the
Desired Operational Mode field and the Current Operational Mode
field.
5.14.2.2Setting the FE-100TX Advertised Ability
In normal operation, a port (5 or 6) with an FE-100TX auto-negotiates to
the highest speed possible. Under some circumstances, the Network
Administrator may want the port to advertise only some of the available
modes. The Advertised Ability field provides the capability to set those
modes. This field steps to 10Base-T, 10Base-TFD (full duplex),
100Base-TX, and 100Base-TXFD (full duplex). To set the advertised
ability, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Advertised Ability field.
2.Use the SPACE bar to select the desired mode.
3.Use the arrow keys to move to the Enable/Disable field at the right of
the desired mode and use the SPACE bar to select Enabled or
Disabled. Press ENTER.
4.Continue this process until you have completed enabling or disabling
the advertised modes.
5.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER.
The message “SAVED OK” displays and Local Management saves
the changes to memory.
5.15FLASH DOWNLOAD SCREEN
The Flash Download screen, shown in Figure 5-22, allows the user to
upgrade the device with a different operating image.
NOTE
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The user may also force the do wnload of an image by changing
the position of Switch 6 located inside the device. For details
about setting the switch, refer to Section C.2.1.
FLASH Download Screen
Before downloading an image to the device, copy the image to the
network TFTP server .
NOTE
server, refer to the specific workstation documentation.
To access the Flash Download screen from the Device Specific
Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the FLASH DOWNLOAD menu item and press ENTER. The Flash Download
screen displays.
For information on how to set up a workstation as a TFTP
TFTP DOWNLOAD. WILL COMMIT TO FLASH. REBOOT IN PROGRESS...
Device Name: 2E43-51
2E43-51 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Flash Download
Download Method:
Reboot After Download:
TFTP Gateway IP Addr:
Download Server IP and Download File Name display only
NOTE
when TFTP or RUNTIME are selected in Download Method.
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The following briefly explains each field of the Flash Download screen:
Download Method (Selectable)
This field steps to BOOTP, TFTP, and RUNTIME. If set for BootP, the
device sends out a BootP request to determine the IP address of the TFTP
server and the file name of the image to be downloaded. If set for TFTP or
RUNTIME, the 2E43-51 attempts a TFTP download based on the IP
address and file name entered in the fields at the bottom of the Flash
Download screen. Section 5.15.1 describes how to do wnload using BootP.
Section 5.15.2 describes how to download using TFTP. Section 5.15.3
describes how to download using Runtime.
Reboot After Download (Modifiable only when RUNTIME is chosen)
This field notifies the user that the 2E43-51 will reboot after the download
is complete. If a Runtime Download is performed, this field toggles
between YES and NO. If YES is selected, the device reboots after the
download is completed. If NO is selected, the device continues using the
existing firmware image and stores the new firmware image in FLASH
memory . When the device is reset or during the next power-up, the de vice
will boot from FLASH memory using the new image.
TFTP Gateway IP Addr (Selectable)
This field shows the IP address of the TFTP gate w ay serv er defined in the
General Configuration screen in Section 5.7.4, Setting the TFTP
Gateway IP Address.
Last Image Server IP (Read-only)
This field shows the IP address of the server used for the pre vious FLASH
Download.
Last Image File Name (Read-only)
This field shows the complete path and file name of the last image
downloaded to FLASH.
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