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Preface
Preface
Preface
Overview
This manual describes how to install the SmartSwitch Router 510 and SmartSwitch
Router 520 (also referred to in this manual as SSR-510 and SSR-520). It also provides
problem solving information, connector pin assignments, and other general information.
Using This Guide
Read through this guide completely to understand the router features, 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 these devices.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the hardware installer. The installer is responsible for ensuring
that the ha rdware is installed and te sted. It show s how to inst all when the site is verified
and the cables and devices are in place. This guide shows how to verify the site, install
cables and devices and troubleshoot problems. The person installing software can then
verify the sy stem installation.
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Structure of This Guide
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter/
Appendix
TitleDescription
Chapter 1Product Introduction
Chapter 2Installing and Cabling
Chapter 3Connecting the
Console Port Cable
Chapter 4Configuring the
Router
Chapter 5Supporting ISDN for
the SSR-510
Appendix A
Appendix B
Problem Solving
Connectors, Adapters
and Cable
Connections
Appendix C
Product
Specifications
Describes the SSR-510 and SSR- 520 routers and their
features.
Provides instructions for installing the router in a Rack
Mounting Shelf and cabling the routers.
Provides instructions for connecting the router to the
console port.
Describes how t o configure the ro uters using menu s.
Describes ordering an ISDN line and obtaining a
network terminator device.
Provides installation-specific problem solving
information using the LEDs.
Describes connectors and pin assignments, adapters,
and cable connections.
Provides product specifications and a parts list.
Appendix D
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Installation
Information - United
Kingdom
Contains installation information required for the
United Kingdom.
Preface
Related Documentation
The following documents may help the user to configure and manage the SmartSwitch
Router SSR-510 and SSR-520:
Part NumberTitleDescription
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Bridging Configuration Guide
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Event Logging System
Messages Guide
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Network Interface Operations
Guide
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Routing Protocols Reference
Guide
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Routing Protocols Users Guide
Describes bridging methods,
operational features of bridging,
configuration methods, basic
configurations, and monitoring the
bridging functionality.
Describes messages logged by the
Event Logging System (ELS).
Describes the configuration and
monitoring the supported network
interfaces.
Provides detailed reference
information about protocols and
interfaces supported by the router.
Explains how to configure and monitor
the routing protocols supported by the
router.
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Router Configurator User’s
Guide
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
System Software Guide
Explains how to install the Router
Configurator software, and use it to
create and load configurations into the
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routers.
Provides information about instal ling,
configuring, and operating the router
system software.
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Part NumberTitleDescription
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
System Quick Reference Guide
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Systems Network Architecture
Guide
SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
DTF (Digital Trace Facility)
User Guide
Provides quick referen ce information
about configur ing the
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Describes how to use SDLC Relay to
route SNA traffic across a WAN.
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system software.
How to install and use the trace
facility which enables you to trace
packets within the protocol layers
of the 6PDUW6ZLWFK5RXWHU.
The manuals referenced above can be obtained on the World Wide Web (refer to the
section titled Getting Help).
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Document Conventions
Throughout this guide, the following symbols are used to call attention to important
information.
Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of
special importance.
Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.
!
Electrical Hazard W arning symbol. Warns against an action that could result in the
presence of an electrical hazard.
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Glossary
This book uses the following terms:
TermDefinition
Basic RateA specific ISDN offering providing users with two
64Kb/s data channels (e.g. “B” channels) and one
16Kb/s signalling channel (e.g. “D” channel).
CLICommand Line Interface
Dedicated
Ethernet cable
DRSDistributed Routing Software
EthernetA term used for product compatibility with ISO 8802-3/
SNMPSimple Network Management Protocol, an industry
SSRSmartSwitch Router
WANWide Area Network. A generic term used to identify
IEEE 10Base2 coaxial cable that carries Ethernet signals.
ANSI/IEEE 802.3 standards and the Ethernet standards
for CSMA/CD local area networks (LANs).
standard protocol for network management.
serial links which traverse large geographic areas.
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Getting Help
For additional support related to this device or document, contact the
Cabletron Systems using one of the following methods:
World Wide Webhttp://www.cabletron.com/
Phone(603) 332-9400
Internet mailsupport@cabletron.com
FTPftp://ftp.cabletron.com/
Login
Password
To send comments or suggestions concer ning thi s documen t, co nta ct the Cabl etron
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 Cabletron Systems, have the following information ready:
•Your Cabletron Systems service contract number
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anonymous
your email address
•A descrip tion of the failure
•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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Product Introduction
Overview
This chapter provides a description of the SmartSwitch Router 510 and
SmartSwitch Router 520 (also referred to in this manual as SSR-510 and
SSR-520) and their features.
Chapter Contents
TopicPage
Chapter 1
What Are the SmartSwitch Router 510 and SmartSwitch Router
520?
SSR-510 Router1-2
SSR-520 Router1-2
Features1-3
Performance and Memory1-3
Configuration and Management1-3
EasyStart1-4
Front and Back Panel Components1-5
Front Panel Components1-5
Back Panel Components1-8
1-2
1-1
Product Introduction
What Are the SmartSwitch Router 510 and
SmartSwitch Router 520?
The SmartSwitch Router SSR-510 and SmartSwitch Router SSR-520 (also
referred to in this manual as the SSR-510 and SSR-520 routers) provide
multiprotocol routin g for linking Ethernet LA Ns to corporate Wide Area
Networks (WAN).
The routers offer fle xi ble sof twa re s uppo rt tha t ca n be tai lo re d to t he n eeds of
specific remote environments.
The SSR-510 and SSR-520 routers are ava ilable with Multi protocol Softwa re.
Protocol support, for your package, is described in the Cabletron Distributed Routing Software Release Notes.
The SSR-510 and SSR-520 standards-compliant technology ensures
interoperability in multivendor netwo rks.
SSR-510 Router
The SSR-510 router has the following port connections:
•One Ethernet interface, in either dedicated Ethernet (10Base2) or twisted
pair (10BaseT)
•One synchronous serial WAN port capable of T1/EI data rates
•One ISDN b asic rate interface (BRI) S/T-interface
SSR-520 Router
The SSR-520 router has the following port connections:
•One Ethernet interface, in either dedicated Ethernet (10Base2) or twisted
pair (10BaseT)
•Two synchronous WAN ports capable of T1/EI rates
1-2
Features
The SSR-510 and SSR-520 routers include the following features.
Performance and Memory
The SSR-510 and SSR-520 ro uters contain the following perf ormance and
memory features:
•Industry-standard processors operating at 22.5 MHz clock rates, and
utilizes 32-bit address and data buses for maximum bus bandwidth.
•4 MB of system flash memory.
•4 MB of system memory using PC compatible memory DSIMMS.
•Memory accesses are parity protected on a byte wide basis.
Configuration and Management
Product Introduction
The following configuration and management options are available:
•Support for the following configuration options:
–– EasyStart configuration loader
–– Graphical User Interface (GUI) using the clearVISN Router
Configurator tool
–– Command Line Interface (CLI) using the console port
–– CLI using Telnet
•Upgradeable device firmware (in nonvolatile Flash memory) using
Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP).
•Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for monitoring.
1-3
Product Introduction
EasyStart
EasyStart is a feature tha t allows you to downlin e load confi gurat ion file s
that are stored on a server via BOOTP/TFTP.
Using EasyStart and the clearVISN Router Configurator eliminates the
need for configuring the router using the Command Line Interface (CLI).
When the router is booted, it autoconfigures all interfaces and sends out
requests to load its configuration file. Once the file is received, the router
automatically res tarts so that th e configur atio n parameter s specif ied in t he
file take effect.
Refer to the SmartSwitch Router 500 Series System Software Guide fo r
information about using the EasyStart feature.
1-4
Front and Back Panel Components
The following sections describe the front and back panel components for the
SSR-510 or SSR-520 routers.
Front Panel Components
Table 1-1 describes the front panel components, including LEDs, that are
illustrated in Figure 1-1.
For problem-solving information using the LEDs, refer to Appendix A.
Table 1-1. Front Panel LEDs and Connectors
ItemIconNameDescription
1Power LEDLights when the router has power.
2Module OK LEDLights when the router passes self-
test.
Product Introduction
3Network OK LEDIndicates network connection or port
state.
4Network Activity
LED
5Port 1 Serial Line
OK LED
6Port 1 Serial Line
Activity Indicator
Indicates network traffic connection.
Blinks faster as traffic becomes
heavier.
Indicates self-test pass or failure.
Indicates operation mode on port 1.
Continued on next page ...
1-5
Product Introduction
ItemIconNameDescription
Table 1-1. Front Panel LEDs and Connectors
7Port 2 Serial Line
OK LED (for
SSR-520)
ISDN Port OK
(for SSR-510)
8
Port 2 Serial Line
Activity Indicator
(for SSR-520)
ISDN Activity
Indicator (for
SSR-510)
9Twisted Pair
(10BaseT)
Connector
10Synchronous
Serial Port
Connectors
(labeled 1 and 2
for SSR-520)
11Console Port
Connection
Indicates self-test pass or failure.
Indicates self-test pass or failure.
Indicates operation mode on port 2.
Indicates operation mode on ISDN
port.
Connects the router to a 10BaseT
network.
These ports support the EIA530A,
RS232/V.28, RS422/V.11, V.35, X.21
Leased Lines (LL), RS423/V.10
Connects a console terminal that is
used to manage the console. Uses an
8-pin MJ connector.
1-6
12Dump ButtonForces a dump of router memory.
Refer to the Distributed Router Software System Software Guide for
more information.
13Ethernet Network
Connector (BNC)
Connects the router to the dedicated
Ethernet segment. Not used when the
router is connected through the
twisted pair (10BaseT) connector.
14Ethernet LabelLists the Ethernet address of the
module.
15ISDN Connection
(labeled 2 for
Connects the module to an ISDN
segment. Uses an 8-pin MJ connector.
SSR-510)
Figure 1-1. Front Panel LEDs and Connectors
Product Introduction
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Product Introduction
Back Panel Components
Table 1-2describes the back panel components that are illustrated in
Figure 1-2.
Table 1-2. Back Panel Feature Components
Item NameDescription
1Power ConnectorReceives dc current from the power supply.
1-8
Figure 1-2. Back Panel Layout
Product Introduction
1-9
Installing and Cabling
Overview
This chapter describes how to install the SmartSwitch Router 510 and
SmartSwitch Router 520 in a rack mount shelf and how to cable the routers.
Chapter Contents
TopicPage
Installing the Router in the Rack Mounting Shelf2-2
Cabling the Routers2-6
Chapter 2
Removing the Cables2-10
2-1
Installing and Cabling
Installing the Router in the Rack Mounting
Shelf
Either the SSR-510 or the SSR-520 router can be used as a standalone device
mounted on a wall or installed in a standard 19-inch rack using a shelf
assembly (Part Number H9544-MS).
Figure 2-1 shows the RETMA standard mounting shelf (1) that is used to
mount routers into a standard 19-inch rack. This shelf provides support for
one router (2) and one power supply unit (3). The shelf is attached to a rack
via rack mounting brackets (4). The router is secured to the shelf usi ng
adhesive strips (5). All routers with T-type dedicated Ethernet connectors on
the top, require 2-1/2 inches of vertical mounting space. Installation
instructions follow this figure.
Figure 2-1. Rack Mounting Shelf, Router and Power Supply Assembly
2-2
Assembling the Rack Mount Shelf
Figure 2-1 shows the rack mount shelf. The following table provides
installation instructions.
StepAction
Installing and Cabling
1
2 Go to the section titled Assembling Adhesi ve Strips.
Attach two rack mount brackets (4) to the base (1) using four flat
headed #6-32 screws (see Figure 2-1).
The brackets can be attached in two positions flush or receded.
2-3
Installing and Cabling
Attaching Adhesive Strips
To secure the router and power supply to the shelf, use eight inches of duallock reclosable fastening strip, (supplied with this kit). To assemble the
adhesive strips, complete the following steps.
StepAction
1
2Peel off the liner to expose adhesive surface.
3Apply strips to one side of th e router (about 1/2 inch from the end)
4Mount the router to the tray and press down until an audible snap
5After the router is mounted, connect cables as described in the
Cut three strips for the router (approximately 2 x 2-1/2 inches) and
one strip for the power supply (approximately 1 x 1-1/2 inches).
and to the shelf.
Notes: 1. Temperature should be above 68 degrees.
2. Surfaces must be clean, dry and free of oil.
3. Do not touch the adhesive after liner is removed.
However the shelf with the router can be handled
immediately.
is heard. Figure 2-2 shows an assembled unit.
section titled Cabling the Routers.
2-4
Installing and Cabling
Figure 2-2. Assembled Router and Rack Mount Shelf
2-5
Installing and Cabling
Cabling the Routers
This section describes how to cable the SSR-510 and SSR-520 routers.
Cabling the SSR-510
Figure 2-3 shows the SSR-510 router and cables. Cabling instructions follow
the figure.
Figure 2-3. Installing the SSR-510 Router
2-6
StepAction
1Connect the cable from the power supply to the power connector
(1) on the back of the router.
StepAction
Installing and Cabling
2
3
4
Plug the ac power supply cable (2) into the power supply, then
into a wall outlet.
Upon receiving power, verify that the router’s Power LED lights
immediately, that the Module OK LED lights within five seconds,
and that the router performs a self-test.
Note: The self-test requires 25 seconds to complete.
After the router completes self-test, and if the router is
unconfigured, the Power, Module OK, and Network OK LEDs
remain lit. The Network Activity LED blinks at a rate proportional
to the amount of activity on the port.
Note: If the LEDs do not op erate as described, refer to Appendix A.
Connect the dedicated Ethernet T-connector (3) OR the Twisted
Pair Connector (4):
a) Attach the dedicated Ethernet T-connector (3) to the BNC
network connector and turn the connector one-quarter turn
clockwise until it locks into place. Terminate the connection
with a 50-ohm terminator or extend the Ethernet segment to
the next device.
To disconnect the dedicated Ethernet T-connector, turn the
connector one-quarter turn counter-clockwise until the
connector clears the BNC connector stem, then disconnect
the cable.
b) OR, connect the 10BaseT cable (4) to the twisted pair
connector (8-pin MJ Ethernet connector).
Note: Do not use both dedicated Ethernet and twisted pair
connectors simultaneously.
5
6
7
8After successful installation and power-up, configuration
Connect the ISDN cable (5) to Port 2 of the router.
Connect the serial cable (6) to Port 1 on the SSR-510 router.
Connect the console cable (7) using the 8-pin MJ connector. Use
an H8584-AC adapter if necessary.
information will display on the console monitor, including
questions about your network topology.
2-7
Installing and Cabling
Cabling the SSR-520
Figure 2-4 shows the SSR-520 router and cables. The table following the
figure describes how to cable the router.
Figure 2-4. Installing the SSR-520 Router
2-8
StepAction
1
2Plug the ac power supply cable (2) into the power supply, then
Connect the cable from the power supply to the power connector
(1) on the back of the router.
into a wall outlet.
StepAction
Installing and Cabling
3
4
Upon receiving power, verify that the router’s Power LED lights
immediately, that the Module OK LED lights within five seconds,
and that the router performs a self-test.
Note: The self-test requires 25 seconds to complete.
After the router completes self-test, and if the router is
unconfigured, the Power, Module OK, and Network OK LEDs
remain lit. The Network Activity LED blinks at a rate proportional
to the amount of activity on the port.
Note: If the LEDs do not op erate as described, refer to Appendix A.
Connect the dedicated Ethernet T-connector (3) OR the Twisted
Pair Connector (4):
a) Attach the dedicated Ethernet T-connector (3) to the BNC
network connector and turn the connector one-quarter turn
clockwise until it locks into place. Terminate the connection
with a 50-ohm terminator or extend the Ethernet segment to
the next device.
To disconnect the dedicated Ethernet T-connector, turn the
connector one-quarter turn counter-clockwise until the
connector clears the BNC connector stem, then disconnect
the cable.
b) OR, connect the 10BaseT cable (4) to the twisted pair
connector (8-pin MJ Ethernet connector).
Note: Do not use both dedicated Ethernet and twisted pair
connectors simultaneously.
5
6
7
Connect the serial cables (6) to Port 1 and Port 2 on the SSR-520
router.
Connect the console cable (5) using the 8-pin MJ connector. Use
an H8584-AC adapter if necessary.
After successful installation and power-up, configuration
information will display on the console m on itor, including
questions about your network topology.
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Installing and Cabling
Removing the Cables
This section describes how to remove cables attached to the SSR-510 and
SSR-520 routers.
Removing the SSR-510 Cables
To remove cables from the SSR-510 router, see Figure 2-5 and complete the
following steps.
StepAction
1
2
3
Press the release tab (1) on the cabl e plug, then pull out the cable .
Push in the release tabs (2) on the side of the WAN serial cable
connector, then pull out the cable.
Press the release ta b (3) on t he ISDN cable plug, then pull out the
cable.
Figure 2-5. Removing the SSR-510 Cables
2-10
Removing the SSR-520 Cables
To remove cables from the SSR-520 router, see Figure 2-6 and complete the
following steps.
StepAction
1
2
Press the release tab (1) on the cable plug, then pull out the
cable.
Push in the release tabs (2) on the side of the WAN serial cable
connector, then pull out the cable.
Figure 2-6. Removing the SSR-520 Cables
Installing and Cabling
2-11
Chapter 3
Connecting the Console Port
Cable
Overview
This chapter describes how to connect the SmartSwitch Router 510 or
SmartSwitch Router 520 router to the console port.
Chapter Contents
TopicPage
Signaling Stand ards2-2
Console Port Device Cabling2-2
Connecting the Console Port2-3
3-1
Connecting the Console Port Cable
Signaling Standards
The router console port confor ms to the EIA-232D s ignal ing standa rd at 9 600
baud. T o th e user, the port appears as a data termi nal e quipment (DTE) d evice.
Console Port Device Cabling
The console port can be connected to a console port device (a terminal or
personal computer), using the following cables and adapters:
If the console port device is a ...Use this
PC with a 9-pin D-Sub communi cations
port
Te rminal with a 25-pi n D-Sub connectorBN24H-xx
Terminal with a 6-pin MMJ co nnectorBN24H-xx
1
xx indicates cable length in meters.
cable...
BN24H-xx
1
1
1
With this
adapter...
H8571-J
H8575-A
Not required.
3-2
Connecting the Console Port Cable
Connecting the Console Port
The console port connection is made through the console port on the router.
T o connect t he console por t on the SSR-510 or th e SSR-520 router s, complete
the following steps:
StepAction
1
2
Ensure that the transmit and receive baud rates on the console port
device are set to 9600 baud.
Connect the console port device to the console port connector on
the router.
The router’s console port is shown in Figure 3-1. The legend identifying the
console port cabling follows the figure.
3-3
Connecting the Console Port Cable
Figure 3-1. Console Port Cabling Components
3-4
ItemDescription
1
2
Console Port Device
Console Port
After all cables are connected, go to Chapter 4, Configuring the Router.
Configuring the Router
Overview
There are t wo ways to configure the router. The first and recommended way
is to invoke the clearVISN Router Configurator. The clearVISN Router
Configurator creates a configuration for the router. It allows the Router
Configurator and EasyStart to load that configuration into the router. The
second way is to manually configure the router using menus and the
Command Line Interface (CLI).
Examples of the setup screen displ ays are pr ovided in this sect ion to ai d in the
description of the console port and to display the options that are available.
Because they are exampl es only, the displays can vary s lightly from the a ctual
screen displays on your console port device. Boldface type in the screen
display examples indicates user input.
Chapter 4
Chapter Contents
TopicPage
Using the Router Configurator to Configure the Router4-2
Using the CLI to Manually Configure the Router4-6
Using Menus to Set up the Router4-10
4-1
Configuring the Router
Using the Router Configurator to Configure
the Router
The following steps are requ ir ed t o conf igure your router with the clearVISN
Router Configurator.
StepAction
1
2
3
4
5
Install the clearVISN Router Configurat or on the PC that you plan to use
for configuring th e rout ers on yo ur network . The so ftware can be foun d
on the CD that accompanies the hardware.
Start the clearVISN Router Configurator and prepare your
configuration. For additional information on the clearVISN Router
Configurator, please refer to the clearVIS N Router Confi gurator User’s Guide.
After your configuration is complete, you must start the BOOTP server
on your PC. The BOOTP server is on the START-PROGRAMSclearVISN Router Configurator program group.
If your router is direct from the factory and never had a configuration
loaded into it, it is now ready to perform the EasyStart function.
If your router has a configuration in it that you want to override, you
must re-initialize it to factory defaults before EasyStart can facilitate
loading the new configuration from the clearVISN Router Configurat or .
If you are configuring the router in a LAN environment, you can now
connect it to the same network as your PC and power it up.
If you are going to load your router over a wide-area network, refer to
the clearVISN Router Configurator User’s Guide for more information
on how to configure it in that environment.
4-2
StepAction
Configuring the Router
6
After the router is powered up, you can verify that it is configured by
connecting to it via the console port or TELNET. The console port will
display the In-band management address that yo u selected on its menu
display.
If you successfully connect to the router with PING or TELNET, your
configuration has been successfully loaded.
Examples used in this section show a router power up when the system is
started with factory defaults.
The term “SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx” is used to imply either the SmartSwitch
Router SSR-510 or the SmartSwitch Router SSR-520. Screens used in this
chapter reflect typical SSR-510 screens. These screens are very similar to
those used for the SSR-520.
4-3
Configuring the Router
Console Screens
After the configuration exists in the cle arVISN Router Configurator, for new
routers, the followi ng scree ns show the power -up sequ ence of the router being
loaded by EasyStart:
To fully manage this device telnet to one of the
following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
Out-of-Band: Not Configured
In-Band : None Operational or Configured
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Go to Local Console
==================================================================
Enter selection : 00:00:05 EZ.001: Starting.
00:00:06 EZ.007: Waiting up to 6 seconds for devices to pass self-test.
00:00:08 AI.001: Changed params on ifc 1 (Serial Datalink),
from PSL to Frame Relay.
00:00:08 EZ.002: Changed one or more cfg params.
00:00:08 BTP.010: net 0, int Eth/0, Sent client request (htype: 1)
00:00:08 BTP.011: net 1, int SL/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc not up
00:00:08 BTP.011: net 2, int ISDN/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc type not suptd
00:00:08 BTP.007: net 0, int Eth/0, Valid Resp,
Server: Unknown(130.130.130.28),
Bootfile: C:\Program Files\Cabletron\RConfig\DRS\rf10935f.drs.SRM
VendOpts config file: None
IpAddr 100.100.100.47, gwAddr 0.0.0.0
00:00:08 BTP.012: net 0, int Eth/0 No cfile in vendOptions, using bootfile fld instead
00:00:08 EZ.004: Rcvd boot info: ipAddr 100.100.100.47,
ipMask 255.255.255.0 on intf 0
00:00:08 EZ.009: *** Restarting Router ***
To fully manage this device telnet to one of the
following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
Out-of-Band: Not Configured
In-Band : 100.100.100.47
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Go to Local Console
====================================================================
Enter selection : 00:00:05 EZ.001: Starting.
00:00:06 EZ.007: Waiting up to 6 seconds for devices to pass self-test.
00:00:08 TFTP.025: Starting tftp of file C:\Program Files\Cabletron\RConfig\DRS\rf10935f.
drs.SRM from 100.100.100.28
00:00:08 TFTP.027: Transfer completed successfully.
Writing to NVRAM.
00:00:08 TFTP.028: Writing to NVRAM completed.
00:00:08 EZ.008: TFTP transfer completed successfully.
*** EasyStart Completed Successfully ***
00:00:08 EZ.009: *** Restarting Router ***
To fully manage this device telnet to one of the
following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
Out-of-Band: Not Configured
In-Band : 100.100.100.47
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Go to Local Console
====================================================================
Enter selection :
The router has been configured and is now ready to be used on the network.
4-5
Configuring the Router
Using the CLI to Manually Configure the
Router
When you power-up a router set with factory defaults, it will automatically
enter the EasyStart process.
To stop the EasyStart proc ess, press <Enter> during the EZ.xxx messages.
The router will restart. Upon restart, use option
Console
type Stopquickly at the EasyStart prompt. The router will then restart and
allow access for creating the configuration manually.
If you plan to use Telnet to access the router, you must assign an IP address.
This is accomplished b y selecting e ither
Go to Local Console
INSTALLATION MENU. The following table describes where to locate th e
configuration instructions.
If you will use the console terminal port to access the router for manual
configuration, the SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU will
display. Select either option
address on the Ethernet i nt erf ace or option
to configure the router using qconfig (quick configuration tool).
from the SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU and
[4] IP Configuration
from the SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx
[4] IP Configuration
[3] Go to Local
to configure the I P
[5] Go to Local Console
or
[5]
4-6
Examples used in this section show a router power up when the system is
started with factory default settings.
The term “SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx” is used to imply either the SmartSwitch
Router SSR-510 or the SmartSwitch Router SSR-520.
This section assumes this is the initial configuration of the router. To verify if
the router is configur ed, observe option
at the SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU to see if an InBand address displays. If no addres s displays, or you see option [5 ] Go to
Local Console in the SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION
MENU the router is not configured. You can create a configuration with the
clearVISN Router Configurator as explained previously or manually
configure the router using the CLI.
After 5 seconds, if the router is not configured, the system displays the
following dialog.
[3] Show Current Settings
Configuring the Router
After the SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU displays twice,
type 3 and press <Return> as shown in the following example:
Will start FLASH GW image in 5 seconds
Hit <ctl>C or enter cmd with <CR> to abort
Digital RouteAbout Access EW bootstrap monitor V1.0 [Jul 5 1995]
Copyright (C) 1995, Digital Equipment Corporation
>
SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx
====================================================================
SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
To fully manage this device telnet to one of the
following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
Out-of-Band: Not Configured
In-Band : None Operational or Configured
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Go to Local Console
====================================================================
Enter selection : 00:00:05 EZ.001: Starting.
00:00:06 EZ.007: Waiting up to 30 seconds for devices to pass self-test.
00:00:08 AI.001: Changed params on ifc 1 (Serial Datalink),
from PPP to PSL.
00:00:08 EZ.002: Changed one or more cfg params.
00:00:08 BTP.010: net 0, int Eth/0, Sent client request (htype: 1)
00:00:08 BTP.011: net 1, int PPP/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc not up
00:00:08 BTP.011: net 2, int ISDN/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc type not suptd
00:00:09 BTP.010: net 0, int Eth/0, Sent client request (htype: 1)
00:00:09 BTP.011: net 1, int PPP/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc not up
00:00:09 BTP.011: net 2, int ISDN/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc type not suptd
00:00:10 BTP.010: net 0, int Eth/0, Sent client request (htype: 1)
00:00:10 BTP.011: net 1, int PPP/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc not up
00:00:10 BTP.011: net 2, int ISDN/0, Could not snd client req because: Ifc type not suptd
00:00:13 EZ.003: Bootp failed.
00:00:13 EZ.006: All dlinks/parameters tried but failed; resetting to def values.
00:00:13 EZ.009: *** Restarting Router ***
To fully manage this device telnet to one of the
following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
Out-of-Band: Not Configured
In-Band : None Operational or Configured
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Go to Local Console
====================================================================
Enter selection : 3 <Return> 00:00:05 EZ.001: Starting.
4-7
Configuring the Router
After the Easy Star t> prompt displa ys, quic kly type : stop and press <Retur n>
Copyright (c) 1998, Cabletron Systems Inc.
MOS Operator Control
Entering EasyStart operation. Type ‘stop’ to terminate.
ELS messages are automatically displayed in this mode.
EasyStart> Stop <Return>
SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx
=============================================================
SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Show Current Settings
[4] IP Configuration
[5] Go to Local Console
=============================================================
Enter selection:
T o access the se tup menus, press t he <Return> key on the consol e port device
until the SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU displays.
4-8
To configure the router usingGo to the section titled
Menus
Using Menus to Set up the Router
(assign IP Address via menus)
Commands
Go to Local Console
(assign IP Address via the CLI
qconfig procedure)
Preconfigured Router Screen
If the router was previously configured, the following menu items are
available.
If you press the <Return> key during the bootstrap operation, execute the
stored image by typing e at the > prompt.
SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU
*****************************************************************
To fully manage this device telnet to one of the
following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
Out-of-Band: Not Configured
In-Band : 134.1.147.150
*****************************************************************
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Go to Local Console
=========================================================
Enter selection :
Configuring the Router
4-9
Configuring the Router
Using Menus to Set up the Router
This section describes the options that are available from the SmrtSwtch
Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU.
OptionPage
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Show Current Settings
[4] IP Configuration
[5] Go to Local Console
4-11
4-12
4-13
4-14
4-19
4-10
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
This option initializes the router’s configuration to factory default values by
resetting the router’s nonvolatile configuration storage parameters and
restarting the router. (To retain the current values, use Option [2] Restart with Current Settings.) Allow up to one minute for the
router to restart.
This action deletes all configured settings and replaces them with factory
!
CAUTION
default values. All configuration settings will be lost.
The following example shows the dialog associated with this selection.
After you press <Return>, the EasyStart rebooting feature becomes active.
The EasyStart feature allows the router to boot up using existing
configuration files. EasyStart messages will appear on the console device.
Refer to the SmartSwitch Router 500 Series System Software Guide and the
clearVISN Router Configurator User’s Guide for more information about the
EasyStart feature.
4-11
Configuring the Router
[2] Restart with Current Settings
This option restarts the router but leaves the router’s configured nonvolatile
configuratio n storage parameters at the ir current valu es.
The following example shows the dialog associated with this selection.
Format: The format for a community name is a string,
consisting of 4 to 31 printable Ascii characters,
that describes the relationship between an SNMP
agent and one or more SNMP managers. The string
defines the authentication mechanism that is employed
to validate the use of the community by the sending
SNMP entity.
Enter the community string [public] : public <Return>
SNMP Read/Write community string set.
Press Return for IP Configuration Menu...
Configuring the Router
4-15
Configuring the Router
[2] Set In-Band Interface IP Address
This option prompts you to change or enter the IP address and subnet mask
for the in-band interface. You can only configure one in-band interface at a
time. The router does not ne ed to be con figured wi th a subnet mask for SNMP
communications when management stations are on the same subnet as the
router.
The format for these val ues is the standard 4- oct et dot ted decimal notation, in
which each octet of the addres s is represent ed as a decimal value, s eparated by
a decimal point (.).
The following example shows the dialog associated with this selection.
Format: The standard 4 octet dotted decimal notation in which
each octet of the address is represented as a decimal
value, separated by a "." character.
example: 134.12.13.14
======
4-16
To delete the IP address, enter 0 in the appropriate
Enter the Subnet Mask [0.0.0.0] : 255.255.0 0 : <Return>
Press Return for IP Configuration Menu ...
IP Address Subnet Mask Other Info
Enter the IP address [] : 134.12.13.14 <Return>
[3] Set Default Gateway
This option sets the default gateway, if necessary, for the in-band interface.
This is the address of a rou ter th at t h e r out er will use when communicating to
a remote host. The default gateway address must be an address in the same
subnet as your in-band address.
The following example shows the dialog associated with this selection.
Format: The standard 4-octet dotted decimal notation in which
each octet of the address is represented as a decimal
value, separated by a "." character.
Default Gateway Address Set.
Press Return for IP Configuration Menu . . .
Configuring the Router
Enter selection : 3
SET IN-BAND INTERFACE DEFAULT GATEWAY ADDRESS
4-17
Configuring the Router
Go to Local Console
This option allows you to configure the router.You must configure the router
before it is operational. The Go to Local Console option provides two
different configu ration methods, dep ending on whether the route r has been set
up with factory defaults or has been previously configured.
If the router has been set up with factory defaults, then select [5] Go to Local Console in the SSR-5xx INSTALLATION MENU. This option
runs a quick configuration interactive question and answer dialog. This
method (qconfig) allows fast configuration of interfaces, basic bridging, IP,
IPX, IP Routing Protocols, DECnet and booting.
If the router has been previously configured, then select [3] Go to Local Console in the installation menu. This option allows you to
configure the router using commands to configure interfaces, bridging, and
routing protocols (for example, IPX and IP).
4-18
[5] Go To Local Console
This selection runs quick configuration. If you reset to factory defaults and
select Go to Local Console without having configured the router via
the installation menu, the qconfig process starts automatically.
After making the changes you want, exit quick configuration and apply the
changes you made by typing restart. The system displays the following
messages:
Quick Config Done
Type RESTART at Config (only)> prompt for the configuration to
take effect.
Config (only) >
If you type r estart at the Config (only)> prompt, the following message
displays:
Config (only)>restart
Are you sure you want to restart the gateway? (Yes [No]):
Configuring the Router
Enter yes to proceed. The following menu is then displayed.
SmrtSwtch Rtr 5xx INSTALLATION MENU
**************************************************
To fully manage this device telnet to one of the
following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
Out-of-Band: Not Configured
In-Band : 134.1.147.150
**************************************************
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults
[2] Restart with Current Settings
[3] Go to Local Console
==================================================================
Enter selection :
4-19
Supporting ISDN for the
SSR-510
Overview
This section describes SSR-510 support for ISDN. Before you begin to
configure your route r, you must make sure you have comple te d t he necessary
steps in obtaining ISDN support.
This chapter defines what you will need to do to obtain the proper ISDN
support. ISDN configuration information resides in the SmartSwitch Router 500 Series Network Interface Operations Guide.
Chapter 5
Chapter Contents
TopicPage
Ordering Your ISDN Line5-2
Obtaining a Network Termination Device5-3
5-1
Supporting ISDN for the SSR-510
Ordering Your ISDN Line
You should order your basic rate ISDN service from your local telephone
company or PTT. When you order your ISDN service, request 64K circuit-
switched data on your “B” channels. The router does not support voice
services.
Table 5-1 lists the pos sible value for basic rate ISDN parameters. The
telephone company will provide you with the ISDN configuration parameter
settings for your service. You will need these to properly configure the router
for ISDN operation.
Table 5-1. Possible Values for ISDN Parameters
ISDN
Configuration
Parameter
Switch Type•INS64 (Japan)
TEIUsually has a default value of auto.
Local NumberThe number to call for your basic rate interface.
Directory
Number(s)
Possible Values
•VN3
•NET3
•AUSTEL - Australian Telecom TS.014
•5ESS (AT&T custom for 5ESS local office exchange)
•DMS100 - Northern Telecom custom
•NI1 - National ISDN-1, deployed by several vendors on
their switches
Optional; these are normally the same as the Local Number
plus one alternate number that also reaches you.
5-2
Supporting ISDN for the SSR-510
Obtaining a Network Termination Device
In the United States the telephone company provides you with a U-interface
connection. Because of this, you need a network termination device (NT1) to
convert the U-interface to the S/T-interface. In Europe and other parts of the
world, an NT1 is not required because an S/T-interface is provided.
The network termination device (NT1) provides network termination
functions to your basic rate interface (BRI) connection. The NT1 device
allows you to add S/T-interface devices to your ISDN connection.
Depending on your country, you may need an NT1 device to connect the
SSR-510 to your ISDN line. Check with your local telephone company or
your authorized Cabletron Systems reseller to see if they can provide one for
you.
Make sure the NT1 device you choose has the following items necessary to
connect the router to the ISDN line:
•Power supply, either integrated or separate.
•Cable to attach the NT1 device.
5-3
Problem Solving
Overview
This appendix describes the LED functions and provides problem solving
information. The LEDs on the front of the router, with this appendix, provide
information to help you correct possible problems.
Appendix Contents
TopicPage
Normal PowerupA-2
Self-Test Progress StatesA-3
Appendix A
LED DescriptionsA-5
Problem Solving Using the LEDsA-7
A-1
Problem Solving
Normal Powerup
When the router power is initially turned on, the following events occur:
EventDescription
1
2
3
4
The router’s Power LED lights as soon as power is
applied to the unit.
The router initiates its built-in self-test. Flashing port serial
line LEDs and activity LEDs indicate that the router is
running various subr out ines as part of th e self-test. See Table
.
After successful completion of the self-test, the
Module OK LED lights, and remains lit.
The Network Activity LED blinks at a rate
proportional to the amount of activity on the port.
The remaining LEDs no w indi cate their oper ation al st atus , as
described in Table .
A-2
Self-Test Progress States
Upon power up, the router immediately begins a sequence of self tests and
memory sizing. The following sequence of LEDs pass by so quickly that it is
difficult to identify the discrete steps on a functioning router.
Should a hardware fault be detected, the LEDs will reflect the progress made
into the self-t est . This information ca n be useful when desc ri bing problems to
your service representati ve.
These tests are run prior to the router OK LED being lit.
NOTE
Problem Solving
Table A-1 describes the router’s self-test progress LED states.
Table A-1. Router Self Test Progress LED States
1 2 3 4 5 6
1 0 000000Microprocessor test and register setup
1 0 G00001Microprocessor interrupts setup
1 0 G00010Option card microprocessor setup
1 0 G00011Option card interrupts setup
1 0 G00100Memory controller port and memory setup
1 0 G00101Peripheral controller port setup
1 0 G00110Option card port set up (if present)
1 0 G00111Restart configuration setup
1 0 G01000Memory controller dpram test
1 0 G01001Peripheral controller dpram test
Continued on the next page . . .
A-3
Problem Solving
1 0 G01010Option card dpram setup (if present)
1 0 G01011Serial channel internal loopback test
1 0 G01100Debug console internal loopback test
1 0 0G0001Memory test setup
100 G 0 0 1 0 Bank 0 simm presence test
100 G 0 0 1 1 Bank 1 simm presence test
1 0 0G0100Test for no memory present
1 0 0G0101Test for simm size, bank 0
1 0 0G0110Test for simm size, bank 1
1 0 0G0111Re-map available memory
Table A-1. Router Self Test Progress LED States
1 2 3 4 5 6
A-4
1 0 0G1000Refresh test
1 0 0G1001DRAM array test
100 G 1 0 1 0 Save DRAM configuration and size
100 G 1 0 1 1 Set the stack pointer and jump to manufacturing
tests
1 = On, 0 = Off
G = On, Green
LED Descriptions
The router’s LEDs prov ide dynamic indic ations of the stat us of the router. The
LEDs can be in various states (on, off, or flashing), and can change color
(green or yellow) depend ing on the operational status of the router or the level
of activity on the network.
Table A-2 shows the states that are possible for each of the router’s LEDs.
Table A-2. Router LED States After Self-Test Completion
Problem Solving
LED
Name
Power No power to
Module
OK
Network OKEthernet port is
Network
Activity
Serial
Line 1
OK
OffOn (Green)Flashing
router
Self-test failedRouter passed self-
not connected to a
properly
terminated and
operational LAN
No network
activity
Self-test failureNormal operationSelf-test mode
Router receiving
power
test
Ethernet port is
connected to a
properly terminated
and operational LAN
Heavy traffic on
network
Faulty power
connection or
insufficient
power
N/A
N/A
Flashes more
rapidly and
appears brighter
as network traffic
increases
Continued on the next page . . .
A-5
Problem Solving
Table A-2. Router LED States After Self-Test Completion
LED
Name
Serial
Line 1
Activity
Port 2
OK
Port 2
Activity
OffOn (Green)Flashing
No traffic on the
port
There is traffic on the
port
Flashes more
rapidly and
appears brighter
as network traffic
increases
Self-test failureNormal operationSelf-test mode
No traffic on the
port
There is traffic on the
port
Flashes more
rapidly and
appears brighter
as network traffic
increases
A-6
Problem Solving Using the LEDs
When diagnosing a problem with the router, note that the problem is often
indicated by the states of the router’s LEDs. Table A-3 lists the states of the
LEDs for various error conditions that can occur during initial installation of
the device, along with probable causes and corrective actions to take.
Table A-3. LED States
SymptomProbable CauseCorrective Action
Problem Solving
All LEDs are
off.
Power LED only
is off.
Module OK
LED is off.
The router does not
have power.
Wrong power supply.Ensure to use only the
Bad Power LED.Replace the router.
Self-test failed.If the LED does not light after
Secure the power cables at the
back cover and between the
power supply and wall outlet.
Check the wall outlet using
another appliance or light, or
plug the power cord into
another outlet. If no power is
available, check the wall
outlet’s circuit breaker.
Replace the power supply or
the router if the problem
persists.
H8767-AA power supply.
5 seconds, reset the router to
repeat the self-test.
Check console and reload
flash.
If the self-test fails again,
replace the router.
Continued on next page ...
A-7
Problem Solving
SymptomProbable CauseCorrective Action
Table A-3. LED States
Network OK
LED does not
stay on after the
functional code
begins
execution.
Network
Activity LED is
off.
Serial Port 1 or
Serial Port 2 OK
LED does not
stay on after the
functional code
begins
execution.
The network interface
self-test has failed.
There is low network
activity or no network
activity.
If the router is
connected to a known
active segment and the
Network Activity LED
is off, then the router is
defective.
Serial Port 1 or 2
interface self-test has
failed.
Refer to the SmartSwitch
Router 500 Series System
Software Guide to determine
the network interface status
and to display any logged
network interface events.
Ensure that there is network
activity. If the Network
Activity LED still fails to turn
on, then turn the unit off
momentarily by removing it
from the power supply. Check
that the Network Activity LED
blinks momentarily during the
LED powerup self test.
Replace the router.
Refer to the SmartSwitch
Router 500 Series System
Software Guide to determine
the serial port interface status
and to display any logged serial
port interface events.
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Problem Solving
Table A-3. LED States
SymptomProbable CauseCorrective Action
Serial Port 1 or
Serial Port 2
Activity LED is
off.
Console
terminal does
not appear work.
There is low serial port
activity or no serial port
activity.
Ensure that serial port activity
is present. If the Serial Port
Activity LED still fails to turn
on, then turn the unit off by
removing it from the power
supply. Check that the Serial
Port Activity LED blinks
during the LED powerup selftest.
If the Serial Port Activity LED
blinks, then the Serial Port
Activity LED portion of testing
has passed. If the Serial Port
Activity LED still fails to turn
on, then the router is defective.
Ensure that the cable
Replace the router.
has activity on it. If the
LED still fails to turn
on, then the port is
defective.
Wrong cable.Try connecting the console
terminal to the router using a
null modem cable with the
appropriate 8-pin MJ RS232
connector on the router end.
Wrong baud rate.Send a BREAK to the console
and then press <Return>
several times until the console
responds. Proper baud rat es are
300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600,
19200, and 38400.
Defective router.Replace the router.
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Appendix B
Connectors, Adapters and
Cable Connections
Overview
This appendix shows detailed illustrations of the connectors, adapters, pin
assignments and cable connections used on the SSR-510 and the SSR-520.
Figure B-1 shows the 50-pin serial port connector and its pin assignments.
Table B-1 describes the pin assignments.
Figure B-1. 50-pin Connector
B-2
T able B-1. 50-pin Connector Assignments
PinAssignmentPinAssignment
1
3N/C4DSR A
5TX Data A6DCD A
7TX Data A8RTS A
9CTS A10RX Data A
Code Ground
1
2Cable_ID<1>
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Connectors, Adapters and Cable Connections
T able B-1. 50-pin Connector Assignments
PinAssignmentPinAssignment
11Ring Indicate12N/C
13RX Clock A14DTR A
15TX Clock A16N/C
17TX Clock A18N/C
19TX Clock A20LBK
21V.35 TX Clock A22V.35 Clock A
23V.35 RX Data A24V.35 TX Data A
25V.35 RX Clock A26C able_ID<0>
27Cable_ID<2>28N/C
29DSR B30TX Data B
31DCD B32RTS A
33RTS B34CTS B
35RX Data B36N/C
37
DTE Ground
1
38RX Clock B
39DTR B40TX Clock B
41N/C42TX Clock B
43N/C44DTR A
45N/C46V.35 TX Clock B
47V.35 Clock B48V.35 RX Data B
49V.35 TX Data B50V.35 RX Clock B
1
Contacts tied together.
B-3
Connectors, Adapters and Cable Connections
10BaseT Port (8-pin MJ) Connector
Figure B-2 shows the 8-pin MJ crossover connector and its pin assignments.
Table B-2 describes the pin assignments.
Figure B-2. 8-pin MJ Connector
Pin 1 8
T ab le B-2. 8-pin MJ Connector Assignments
PinAssignmentPinAssignment
NPG-8719-95F
B-4
1RX+5Unused
2RX-6TX3TX+7Unused
4Unused8Unused
Adapters
H8571-J Adapter
Figure B-3 shows the H8571 -J ada pte r (6- pi n MMJ con nec tor t o 9- pi n D-Su b
connector) and its pin assignments.
Connectors, Adapters and Cable Connections
Figure B-3. H8571-J Adapter
H8575-A Adapter
Figure B-4 shows the H8575-A adapter (6-pin MMJ connector to
25-pin D-Sub connector) and its pin assignments.
Figure B-4. H8575-A Adapter
B-5
Connectors, Adapters and Cable Connections
Cable Connections
Tables B-3 through B-8 list the proper cable connections for the X.21,
EIA422, V.35, EIA530A, EIA423, and V.24/EIA232 standards.
Table B-3. X.21 Cable Connections (BC12F-06)
From Pin
Connector (P1)
1, 2, 26–
To X.21 Pin
Connector (P2)
Signal Name
Code Ground
1
52T(A) TX Data A
309T(B) TX Data B
65I(A) DCD A
3112
I(B) DCD B
2
83C(A) RTS A
3310C(B) RTS B
104R(A) RX Data A
3511
17
22
6
13
R(B) RX Data B
S(A) TX Clock A
S(B) TX Clock B
13, 15-RX Clock A
DTE Clock B
1
38, 40-RX Clock B
DTE Clock B
2
2
2
B-6
378G DTE Ground
1
Contacts tied together.
2
120 OHM resistor, 1/2w between pins 6 and 31, 10 and 35, 17 and 42. The resistors are at
120 OHM resistor, 1/2w between pins 10 and 35, 13 and 38, 17 and 42. The resistors
are at P1 end of cable.
B-8
Connectors, Adapters and Cable Connections
Table B-5: V.35 Connection (BC12G-06)
From Pin Connector
(P1)
1, 26–
To V.35 Pin
Connector (P2)
Signal Name
Code Ground
1
4EDSR A
6FDCD/I A
9DCTS A
11JRing Indicate
21YTX Clock A
46ATX Clock B
22UClock A
47WClock B
23RRX Data A
48TRX Data B
24PTX Data A
49STX Data B
25VRX Clock A
50XRX Clock B
32CRTS
12, 29, 31, 34, 37B