Cabletron Systems 520, 510 User Manual

SmartSwitch Router

510 and 520

Installation and Configuration Guide

9032869

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Preface

Overview.......................................................................................................xi

Using This Guide..........................................................................................xi

Intended Audience .......................................................................................xi

Structure of This Guide................................................................................xii

Related Documentation............................................................................. xiii

Document Convention ................................................................................. xv

Glossary ......................................................................................................xvi

Getting Help...............................................................................................xvii

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Overview.................................................................................................... 1-1

Chapter Contents........................................................ ..... ........................... 1-1

What Are the SmartSwitch Router 510 and SmartSwitch Router 520? .... 1-2

SSR-510 Router............................................................. ...... ..... .......... 1-2

SSR-520 Router............................................................. ...... ..... .......... 1-2

Features........................ ...... .................................. ...... ..... ........................... 1-3

Performance and Memory .................................................................. 1-3

Configuration and Management......................................................... 1-3

EasyStart............................................................................................. 1-4

Front and Back Panel Components............................................................ 1-5

Front Panel Components..................................................................... 1-5

Back Panel Components..................................................................... 1-8

Chapter 2 Installing and Cabling

Overview.................................................................................................... 2-1

Chapter Contents........................................................ ..... ........................... 2-1

Installing the Router in the Rack Mounting Shelf..................................... 2-2

Assembling the Rack Mount Shelf..................................................... 2-3

Attaching Adhesive Strips.................................................................. 2-4

Cabling the Routers.............................................. ...... ................................ 2-6

Cabling the SSR-510 ................................................................ ...... ....2-6

Cabling the SSR-520 ................................................................ ...... ....2-8

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Removing the Cables.......................................................................................2-10

Removing the SSR-510 Cables.................................................................2-10

Removing the SSR-520 Cables.................................................................2-11

Chapter 3 Connecting the Console Port Cable

Overview............................................................................................................3-1

Chapter Contents........................................................ ..... .................................. .3-1

Signaling Standards............................................................................................3-2

Console Port Device Cabling.............................................................................3-2

Connecting the Console Port..............................................................................3-3

Chapter 4 Configuring the Router

Overview............................................................................................................4-1

Chapter Contents........................................................ ..... .................................. .4-1

Using the Router Configurator to Configure the Router....................................4-2

Console Screens..........................................................................................4-4

Using the CLI to Manually Configure the Router .............................................4-6

Preconfigured Router Screen.................................................... ..................4-9

Using Menus to Setup the Router....................................................................4-10

[1] Restart with Factory Defaults..............................................................4-11

[2] Restart with Current Settings..............................................................4-12

[3] Show Current Settings.........................................................................4-13

[4] IP Configuration..................................................................................4-14

[1] Set SNMP Read/Write Community.............................................4-15

[2] Set In-Band Interface IP Address ................................................4-16

[3] Set Default Gateway ....................................................................4-17

Go to Local Console.................................................................................4-18

[5] Go To Local Console...........................................................................4-19

Contents

Chapter 5 Supporting ISDN for the SSR-510

Overview............................................................................................................5-1

Chapter Contents........................................................ ..... .................................. .5-1

Ordering Your ISDN Line..................................................................................5-2

Obtaining a Network Termination Device ........................................................5-3

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Appendix A Problem Solving

Overview....................................................................................................A-1

Appendix Contents.....................................................................................A-1

Normal Powerup ........................................................................................A-2

Self-Test Progress States............................................................................A-3

LED Descriptions...................................... .................................. ..... ...... ....A-5

Problem Solving Using the LEDs..............................................................A-7

Appendix B Connectors, Adapters and Cable Connections

Overview....................................................................................................B-1

Appendix Contents.....................................................................................B-1

Connector Assignments............................................................... ..... ...... ....B-2

10BaseT Port (8-pin MJ) Connector..........................................................B-4

Adapters .....................................................................................................B-5

H8571-J Adapter................................................. ..... ...... .....................B-5

H8575-A Adapter................................................................................B-5

Cable Connections......................................................................................B-6

Appendix C Product Specifications

Overview....................................................................................................C-1

Appendix Contents.....................................................................................C-1

Product Specifications................................................................................C-2

Acoustical Specifications...........................................................................C-3

Connectors..................................................................................................C-4

Parts List.....................................................................................................C-5

Appendix D Installation Information – United Kingdom

Overview....................................................................................................D-1

Appendix Contents.....................................................................................D-1

Service Categories......................................................................................D-2

Power Rating, Router Isolation and Safety Status .....................................D-3

Host Power Rating..............................................................................D-3

Router Isolation...................................................................................D-3

Safety Status........................................................................................D-3

Contents

Cable Approval..........................................................................................D-4

Supported Cables................................................................................D-4

Equipment Between the Approved Router and a Digital Circuit (PTT) ....D-5

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

Title Description

Chapter 1 Product Introduction

Chapter 2 Installing and Cabling

Chapter 3 Connecting the

Console Port Cable

Chapter 4 Configuring the

Router

Chapter 5 Supporting 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.

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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:

Term Definition

Basic Rate A 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). CLI Command Line Interface Dedicated

Ethernet cable DRS Distributed Routing Software Ethernet A term used for product compatibility with ISO 8802-3/

SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol, an industry

SSR SmartSwitch Router WAN Wide 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 Web http://www.cabletron.com/ Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@cabletron.com FTP ftp://ftp.cabletron.com/

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

Preface

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

Topic Page

Chapter 1

What Are the SmartSwitch Router 510 and SmartSwitch Router 520?

SSR-510 Router 1-2 SSR-520 Router 1-2

Features 1-3

Performance and Memory 1-3 Configuration and Management 1-3 EasyStart 1-4

Front and Back Panel Components 1-5

Front Panel Components 1-5 Back Panel Components 1-8

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

Item Icon Name Description 1 Power LED Lights when the router has power.

2 Module OK LED Lights when the router passes self-

test.

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3 Network OK LED Indicates network connection or port

state.

4 Network Activity

LED

5 Port 1 Serial Line

OK LED

6 Port 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 ...

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Item Icon Name Description

Table 1-1. Front Panel LEDs and Connectors

7 Port 2 Serial Line

OK LED (for SSR-520)

ISDN Port OK (for SSR-510)

Port 2 Serial Line Activity Indicator (for SSR-520)

ISDN Activity Indicator (for SSR-510)

9 Twisted Pair

(10BaseT) Connector

10 Synchronous

Serial Port Connectors (labeled 1 and 2 for SSR-520)

11 Console Port

Connection

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.

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12 Dump Button Forces a dump of router memory.

Refer to the Distributed Router Software System Software Guide for more information.

13 Ethernet Network

Connector (BNC)

Connects the router to the dedicated Ethernet segment. Not used when the router is connected through the twisted pair (10BaseT) connector.

14 Ethernet Label Lists the Ethernet address of the

module.

15 ISDN 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

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Back Panel Components

Table 1-2 describes the back panel components that are illustrated in Figure 1-2.

Table 1-2. Back Panel Feature Components

Item Name Description 1 Power Connector Receives dc current from the power supply.

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Figure 1-2. Back Panel Layout

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Contents

Preface

Overview

Using This Guide

Intended Audience

Structure of This Guide

Related Documentation

Document Conventions

Getting Help

Product Introduction

Overview

Chapter Contents

What Are the SmartSwitch Router 510 and SmartSwitch Router 520?

SSR-510 Router

SSR-520 Router

Features

Performance and Memory

Configuration and Management

EasyStart

Front and Back Panel Components

Front Panel Components

Back Panel Components