Cabletron Systems 6E123-26, 6E133-25, 6E132-25, 6E122-26 User Manual

6E122-26, 6E132-25, 6E123-26 and 6E133-25
SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules
User’s Guide
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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Using This Guide.........................................................................1-1
1.2 Structure of This Guide................................................................1-1
1.3 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Overview.............................................1-2
1.3.1 Connectivity ....................................................................1-4
1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet........................................ 1-4
1.3.3 SmartTrunk.....................................................................1-5
1.3.4 Management...................................................................1-5
1.3.5 Switching Options...........................................................1-5
1.3.6 Standards Compatibility..................................................1-6
1.3.7 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs............................................1-6
1.3.8 Year 2000 Compliant......................................................1-6
1.3.9 Runtime IP Address Discovery.......................................1-6
1.3.10 Local Management Features..........................................1-7
1.4 Optional Features........................................................................1-8
1.5 Document Conventions............................................................... 1-9
1.6 Getting Help...............................................................................1-10
1.7 Related Manuals........................................................................1-11
CHAPTER 2 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS
2.1 SmartTrunk..................................................................................2-1
2.2 10BASE-T Network .....................................................................2-2
2.3 100BASE-TX Network.................................................................2-2
2.4 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network ..............................................2-2
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Required Tools............................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Unpacking the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25.....................................3-1
3.3 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Options............................................... 3-2
3.4 Installing the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Into the
6C105 Chassis............................................................................ 3-2
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3.5 Connecting to the Network...........................................................3-5
3.5.1 Connecting UTP Cables to Ports 1 Through 24 of the
6E122-26 and 6E132-25.................................................3-6
3.5.2 Connecting UTP Cables to Ports 1 Through 24 of the
6E133-25 and 6E123-26.................................................3-8
3.5.3 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment
to the FE-100TX............................................................3-10
3.5.4 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the
FE-100FX and FE-100F3..............................................3-12
3.6 Completing the Installation.........................................................3-14
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING
4.1 Using LANVIEW...........................................................................4-1
4.2 FE-100TX LED.............................................................................4-4
4.3 Troubleshooting Checklist............................................................4-6
4.4 Using the RESET Button .............................................................4-7
CHAPTER 5 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
5.1 Overview......................................................................................5-1
5.2 Local Management Keyboard Conventions.................................5-2
5.3 Management Terminal Setup.......................................................5-3
5.3.1 Console Cable Connection..............................................5-3
5.3.2 Connecting an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).......5-4
5.3.3 Management Terminal Setup Parameters ......................5-5
5.3.4 Telnet Connections .........................................................5-6
5.4 Accessing Local Management.....................................................5-7
5.4.1 Navigating Local Management Screens..........................5-8
5.4.2 Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items........5-10
5.4.3 Exiting Local Management Screens..............................5-10
5.5 The Main Menu Screen..............................................................5-12
5.6 Chassis Menu Screen................................................................5-13
5.7 Chassis Configuration Screen ...................................................5-15
5.7.1 Setting the IP Address...................................................5-17
5.7.2 Setting the Subnet Mask...............................................5-18
5.7.3 Setting the Chassis Date...............................................5-19
5.7.4 Setting the Chassis Time ..............................................5-19
5.7.5 Entering a New Screen Refresh Time...........................5-20
5.7.6 Setting the Screen Lockout Time..................................5-21
5.7.7 Setting the Operational Mode........................................5-22
5.8 SNMP Community Names Screen.............................................5-24
5.8.1 Establishing Community Names ...................................5-25
5.9 SNMP Traps Screen..................................................................5-27
5.9.1 Configuring the Trap Table............................................5-28
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5.10 Chassis Environmental Screen .................................................5-29
5.11 Port Redirect Function Screen ..................................................5-30
5.11.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries............. 5-32
5.11.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports....................... 5-33
5.12 Module Selection Screen...........................................................5-34
5.12.1 Selecting a Module .......................................................5-35
5.13 Module Menu Screen ................................................................5-36
5.14 Module Configuration Menu Screen..........................................5-38
5.15 General Configuration Screen...................................................5-41
5.15.1 Setting the IP Address..................................................5-45
5.15.2 Setting the Subnet Mask............................................... 5-46
5.15.3 Setting the Default Gateway.........................................5-47
5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address.........................5-48
5.15.5 Setting the Module Date ...............................................5-48
5.15.6 Setting the Module Time...............................................5-49
5.15.7 Entering a New Screen Refresh Time ..........................5-50
5.15.8 Setting the Screen Lockout Time.................................. 5-50
5.15.9 Setting the Operational Mode.......................................5-51
5.15.10Setting the Management Mode.....................................5-52
5.15.11Configuring the COM Port ............................................5-53
5.15.12Changing the Com Port Application..............................5-55
5.15.13Clearing NVRAM ..........................................................5-56
5.15.14Enabling/Disabling IP Fragmentation ...........................5-57
5.16 SNMP Community Names Screen............................................ 5-57
5.16.1 Establishing Community Names................................... 5-59
5.17 SNMP Traps Screen..................................................................5-60
5.17.1 Configuring the Trap Table...........................................5-61
5.18 Switch Configuration Screen..................................................... 5-62
5.18.1 Setting the STA............................................................. 5-64
5.18.2 Setting the Age Time ....................................................5-65
5.18.3 Setting (Enabling or Disabling) the Port Status ............ 5-65
5.19 Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration Screen............................... 5-66
5.19.1 Setting the Operation Mode..........................................5-68
5.20 Module Specific Configuration Menu Screen ............................5-69
5.21 System Resources Screen........................................................5-72
5.21.1 Setting the Reset Peak Utilization ................................ 5-73
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5.22 High Speed Interface Configuration Menu Screen
(6E12X-26 Only) ........................................................................5-74
5.22.1 Configuring an FE-100FX or FE-100F3
in Port 25 or 26..............................................................5-77
5.22.2 Setting the FE-100FX and FE-100F3
Operational Mode..........................................................5-77
5.22.3 Configuring an FE-100TX in Port 25 or 26....................5-78
5.22.4 Setting the FE-100TX Operational Mode......................5-78
5.22.5 Setting the FE-100TX Advertised Ability.......................5-78
5.23 Flash Download Screen.............................................................5-79
5.23.1 Image File Download Using TFTP ................................5-82
5.23.2 Image File Download Using RUNTIME.........................5-83
5.23.3 Image File Download Using BootP................................5-84
5.24 Port Redirect Function Screen...................................................5-85
5.24.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries.............5-87
5.24.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports.......................5-87
5.25 Broadcast Suppression Screen .................................................5-89
5.25.1 Setting the Threshold....................................................5-90
5.25.2 Setting the Reset Peak Switch......................................5-91
5.26 Module Statistics Menu Screen .................................................5-91
5.27 Switch Statistics Screen.............................................................5-93
5.27.1 Using the Clear Counters Command ............................5-94
5.28 The Interface Statistics Screen..................................................5-95
5.28.1 Displaying Interface Statistics .......................................5-98
5.28.2 Using the Clear Counters Command ............................5-99
5.29 RMON Statistics Screen ............................................................5-99
5.29.1 Displaying RMON Statistics ........................................5-103
5.29.2 Using the Clear Counters Command ..........................5-103
5.30 Network Tools..........................................................................5-104
5.30.1 Built-in Commands......................................................5-105
5.30.2 Special Commands.....................................................5-115
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS
A.1 Device Specifications.................................................................. A-1
A.2 Physical Properties .....................................................................A-1
A.3 Environmental Requirements...................................................... A-1
A.4 Input/Output Ports....................................................................... A-2
A.5 COM Port Pinout Assignments ...................................................A-3
A.6 Regulatory Compliance............................................................... A-3
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APPENDIX B FE-100TX, FE-100FX AND FE-100F3
SPECIFICATIONS
B.1 FE-100TX....................................................................................B-1
B.2 FE-100FX....................................................................................B-2
B.3 FE-100F3.....................................................................................B-3
APPENDIX C MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS AND
OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS
C.1 Required Tools............................................................................C-1
C.2 Setting the Mode Switch..............................................................C-1
C.3 Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules....................C-4
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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Cabletron Systems
6E133-25 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules User’s Guide
guide describes the 6E122-26, 6E132-25, 6E123-26 and 6E133-25 Interface Modules and provides information concerning network requirements, installation, troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management.
6E122-26, 6E132-25, 6E123-26 and
. This

1.1 USING THIS GUIDE

Read through this guide completely to understand the interface module 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.
NOTE
Unless noted differently, the information in this guide applies to all four SmartSwitch 6000 interface modules, which are referred to as either the “6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25” or the “module(s)”.

1.2 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE

This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1,
the features of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25, provides instructions on obtaining additional help and concludes with a list of related manuals.
Chapter 2,
to consider before installing the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 into the 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis.
Chapter 3,
modules in the chassis and connect cables to the modules.
Chapter 4,
LANVIEW LEDs that enable you to quickly diagnose network/operational problems.
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Introduction
Network Requirements
Installation
Troubleshooting
, outlines the contents of this manual, describes
, provides instructions on how to install the
, details the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25
, explains the network requirements
Chapter 1:
Introduction
Chapter 5,
Local Management
, describes how to access Local Management and use the Local Management screens to manage the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 interface modules and the 6C105 chassis.
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 FE100-F3.
Appendix C,
Mode Switch Bank Settings and Optional Installations
, describes how to install optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and ho w to set the Mode Switches.

1.3 6E12X-26 AND 6E13X-25 OVERVIEW

The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25, shown in Figure 1-1, are interface modules for Cabletron Systems 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis.
The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are high-speed network switch devices that support 802.1D switching (bridging), 802.1Q switching, and Cabletron Systems SecureFast Switching Virtual Network technology. Ports 25 and 26 of the 6E12X-26 support optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and can provide uplinks to 100BASE-TX or 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet networks. The 6E13X-25 is capable of being equipped with a High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) that provides for additional connectivity to other high speed networking technologies such as Asychronous Transfer Mode (ATM), Wide Area Networks (WANs) and Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI).
The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 can be used to connect individual high-bandwidth user devices, such as workstations, and to provide a central switching point for multiple Ethernet segments using devices such as Cabletron Systems HubSTACK or other third party stackable devices.
NOTE
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Figure 1-1 displays the 6E122-26 and 6E132-25. The
6E122-26 and the 6E123-26 are functionally identical, as are the 6E132-25 and the 6E133-25. The only difference being that the 6E123-26 and 6E133-25 modules support RJ21 front panel connections.
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Figure 1-1 The 6E122-26 and 6E132-25
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1.3.1 Connectivity

The 6E122-26 and 6E132-25 connect to Ethernet networks or workstations through 24 RJ45 ports on the front panel. These ports support UTP connections up to 100 meters. The ports are IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T compliant.
The 6E123-26 and 6E133-25 connect to Ethernet networks or workstations through two RJ21 connectors on the front panel. These connectors support 25 pair cable at lengths up to 100 meters. The ports are IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T compliant.
The 6E12X-26 modules have two front panel slots (ports 25 and 26) for optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to support an uplink to 100 Mbps Ethernet backbones or a high speed connection to a local server.
The 6E13X-25 modules have one front panel slot for an optional High Speed Interface Module to provide for additional connectivity to other high speed networking technologies such as ATM, WANs and FDDI.

1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet

Each switched Ethernet port supports full wire-speed Ethernet communications and can be configured to operate in Full Duplex Switched Ethernet mode, which provides up to 20 Mbps of bandwidth.
The optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the 6E12X-26 can also be configured to operate in Full Duplex Switched Ethernet mode, which provides up to 200 Mbps of bandwidth.
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1.3.3 SmartTrunk

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 links of any technology 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
.

1.3.4 Management

Management of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 is accomplished using Local Management tools or remote SNMP management stations. Local Management is accessible through the RS232 COM port on the front panel using a local VT100 terminal, or a remote VT100 terminal via a modem connection, and in-band via a Telnet connection. In-band remote management is possible through any SNMP compliant Network Management Software.

1.3.5 Switching Options

The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 provide 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 Modules (HSIMs).
SecureFast switching and 802.1Q switching allow for future migration to Virtual Network technologies without requiring the replacement of existing equipment.
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1.3.6 Standards Compatibility

The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are fully compliant with the IEEE 802.3 standard. The optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules are fully compliant with the IEEE 802.3u standard. The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 provide IEEE 802.1D Spanning T ree Algorithm (STA) support to enhance the overall reliability of the network and protect against “loop” conditions. The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 support 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.

1.3.7 LANVIEW 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. Chapter 4 provides details about the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 LANVIEW LEDs.

1.3.8 Year 2000 Compliant

The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 have an internal clock that can maintain the current time and date beyond the year 1999.

1.3.9 Runtime IP Address Discovery

This feature enables the modules to automatically accept an IP address from a BootP server on the network into NVRAM without requiring a user to enter an IP address through Local Management.
When the modules are connected to the network and powered up, Runtime IP Address Discovery (RAD) checks the modules for an IP address. If one has not yet been assigned (module and 6C105 chassis IP address set to 0.0.0.0), RAD checks to see if any of the module interfaces have a link. If so, RAD sends out Reverse Address Resolution Protocol (RARP) and BootP requests to obtain an IP address from a RARP or BootP server on the network.
The RAD requests start out at an interval of one second. The interv al 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 RARP or BootP server, or an IP address is entered using Local Management.
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1.3.10 Local Management Features

Local Management provides the tools that allow management of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25, the Fast Ethernet Interface Modules, the High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) and the 6C105 chassis. It also allows the following tasks to be performed:
Manage any module installed in the 6C105 via a single terminal connection.
Assign an IP address and subnet mask to the 6C105 chassis, 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25.
Select a default gateway.
Control local and remote access.
Designate workstations to receive SNMP traps from the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 interface modules and the 6C105 chassis.
Configure module specific SNMP MIB objects including the IETF Bridge MIB objects.
Chapter 5 provides detailed information about Local Management of the
6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25, the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and the 6C105 chassis. The associated High Speed Interface Module user’s guide provides detailed information about Local Management of the applicable HSIM.
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1.4 OPTIONAL FEATURES

Options for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and High Speed Interface Modules, which add remote uplink capability.
Cabletron Systems provides Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the 6E12X-26 to support uplinks to 100 Mbps Ethernet backbones or high speed connections to local servers. The Fast Ethernet Interface Modules are listed in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1 Fast Ethernet Interface Modules
P/N Description Application
Supports Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms.
Supports multimode fiber optic cabling.
Supports single mode fiber optic cabling.
FE-100TX
FE-100FX
FE-100F3
Uses RJ45 connector
Uses SC connector
Uses SC connector
Cabletron Systems provides High Speed Interface Modules for the 6E13X-25 to provide for additional connectivity to other high speed networking technologies such as ATM, WANs and FDDI. The HSIMs available for the 6E13X-25 are listed in the Release Notes.
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Document Conventions

1.5 DOCUMENT 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.
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CAUTION
Caution
damage to the equipment.
Electrical Hazard Warning
that could result in personal injury or death due to an electrical hazard.
symbol. Contains information essential to avoid
symbol. Warns against an action
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1.6 GETTING HELP

For additional support related to this device or document, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center:
World Wide Web Phone (603) 332-9400
Internet mail support@cabletron.com FTP ftp://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.
http://www.cab letron.com/ For technical support, select
anonymous your email address
Service and Support
Before calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center, have the following information ready:
Your Cabletron Systems service contract number
A description 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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1.7 RELATED MANUALS

The following manuals may help to set up, control, and manage the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25:
Cabletron Systems HSIM-A6DP User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-F6 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-W6 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-W84 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
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All documentation for the Cabletron Systems SecureF ast VLAN Manager software is contained on the VLAN Manager CD-ROM.
Chapter 1: Introduction
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CHAPTER 2

NETWORK REQUIREMENTS

Before installing the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 or Fast Ethernet Interface Modules (FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3), review the requirements and specifications referred to 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 Cabling Guide and SmartTrunk User’s Guide, referred to in the following sections, can be found on
the Cabletron Systems World Wide Web site: http://www.cabletron.com/

2.1 SmartTrunk

To connect the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 to a network so it can take advantage 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.
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2.2 10BASE-T NETWORK

When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to any of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 ports (Interfaces 1 through 24), ensure that the network meets the Ethernet network requirements of the IEEE 802.3 standard for 10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.

2.3 100BASE-TX NETWORK

The 6E12X-26, with an FE-100TX installed in ports 25 and 26, provides an RJ45 connection that supports Category 5 UTP cabling with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms. The device at the other end of the twisted pair segment must meet IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX F ast Ethernet network requirements for the devices to operate at 100 Mbps. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.
NOTE
The 6E12X-26 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.

2.4 100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC NETWORK

Ports 25 and 26 of the 6E12X-26 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 single mode fiber optic length of a 100BASE-FX segment may be no more than 5 km 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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25.
This chapter covers the following items:
Required tools
Unpacking the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25
Installing the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 into the 6C105 chassis
Connecting to the network

3.1 REQUIRED T OOLS

A Phillips screwdriver is required to install the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules into the 6E12X-26.

3.2 UNPACKING THE 6E12X-26 AND 6E13X-25

1. Open the box and remove the packing material protecting the module.
2. Verify the contents of the carton as listed in Table 3-1.
Table 3-1 Contents of Shipping Carton
Item Quantity
6E132-25, 6E122-26, 6E133-25 or 6E123-26
Release Notes 1 RJ21 Angle Adapter
(6E123-26 and 6E133-25 only)
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3.3 6E12X-26 AND 6E13X-25 OPTIONS

NOTE
If the 6E12X-26 is to be installed with an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module, refer to Appendix C for installation instructions. The installation instructions for the HSIMs available for the 6E13X-25 are located in the associated user’s guide.
Install any optional equipment before proceeding to
Section 3.4.
3.4 INSTALLING THE 6E12X-26 AND 6E13X-25 INTO
THE 6C105 CHASSIS
Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause damage to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. Follow static safety
!
CAUTION
CAUTION
The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 can be installed in any of the 5 slots that are available. To install a module, proceed as follows:
handling rules and properly wear the antistatic wrist strap provided with the 6C105 chassis.
Do not cut the non-conductive bag to remove the module. Damage could result from sharp objects contacting the board
!
or components.
1. Remove the blank panel covering the slot in which the module will be
installed. All other slots must remain covered to ensure proper airflow and cooling. (Save the blank plate in the event you need to remove the module.)
2. Carefully remove the module from the shipping box. (Save the box
and packing materials in the event the module must be reshipped.)
3. Locate the antistatic wrist strap shipped with the 6C105 chassis.
Attach the strap to your wrist and plug the cable from the antistatic wrist strap into the ESD grounding receptacle at the upper right corner of the 6C105.
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4. Remove the module from the plastic bag. (Save the bag in the event
the module must be reshipped.) Observe all precautions to prevent damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
5. Examine the module for damage. If any damage exists, DO NOT
install the module. Immediately contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center.
To prevent damaging the bac kplane connectors in the f ollo wing step, take care that the module slides in straight and properly
!
CAUTION
engages the backplane connectors.
NOTE
In the following step, ensure that the top plastic locking tab lines up with the desired slot number located on the front panel of the chassis. Refer to Figure 3-1.
6. Locate the slot guides that line up with the number of the slot in which
the module will be installed. Install the module in the chassis by aligning the module circuit card between the upper and lower metal rail guides of the desired slot, sliding it into the chassis, and locking down the top and bottom plastic locking tabs, as shown in Figure 3-1. Take care that the module slides in straight and properly engages the backplane connectors.
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Slot Number
2
1
3
45
Ethernet
6E132-25
CPU
Plastic Locking Tab
PS1
COM
12
34
56
78
910
11 1 2
1413
15 16
17 18
19 20
21 22
23 24
PS2
Metal Back-Panel
Circuit Card
Card Guides
Plastic Locking Tab
207602
Figure 3-1 Installing an Interface Module
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3.5 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK

This section provides the procedures for connecting segments from the network or other devices to the modules.
NOTE
If the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are 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 Cabletron Systems
Guide
shipped with the modules..
SmartTrunk User’s
Ports 1 through 24 on the 6E122-26 and 6E132-25 have RJ45 connectors for twisted pair connections. Ports 1 through 24 on the 6E123-26 and 6E133-25 have RJ21 connectors for twisted pair connections. Ports 25 and 26 of the 6E12X-26 support FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3 Fast Ethernet Interface Modules. The FE-100TX has an RJ45 connector for a Category 5 UTP cable connection. The FE-100FX has an SC style connector for a multimode fiber optic cable connection. The FE-100F3 has an SC style connector for a single mode fiber optic cable connection.
Refer to Section 3.5.1 to make twisted pair connections to ports 1 through 24 of the 6E122-26 and 6E132-25.
Refer to Section 3.5.2 to make twisted pair connections to ports 1 through 24 of the 6E123-26 and 6E133-25.
Refer to Section 3.5.3 to make a Twisted Pair connection to an FE-100TX.
Refer to Section 3.5.4 to make a fiber optic connection to an FE-100FX or FE-100F3.
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3.5.1 Connecting UTP Cables to Ports 1 Thr ough 24 of
the 6E122-26 and 6E132-25
Ports 1 through 24 of the 6E122-26 and 6E132-25 are 10BASE-T ports with internal crossovers. When connecting a workstation, use a straight-through cable. When connecting networking devices, such as another bridge, repeater, or router, use a crossover cable.
Connect a twisted pair segment to the 6E122-26 and 6E132-25 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 6E132-25 or 6E122-26 by
inserting the RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment into the desired RJ45 port (Ports 1 through 24) as shown in Figure 3-2.
.
56
78
910
11 12
15 16
1413
RX (Receive) LED
17 18
19 20
21 22
23 24
207603
Figure 3-2 6E122-26 and 6E132-25 Twisted Pair Connection
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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, 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 the RJ45 connectors on the twisted pair segment have
the proper pinouts (Figure 3-3) and check the cable for continuity.
NOTE: RX+/RX– and TX+/TX– must share a common color pair.
Figure 3-3 Cable Pinouts - (RJ45) Crossover Cable
TO
SmartSwitch RJ45 Port
RX+
1
RX– 2
TX+
3
TX–
6
10BASE-T Device Port
RJ45 to RJ45
TO
1 2
3 6
RX+ RX–
TX+ TX–
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 the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.6, Getting Help, for details.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3, above, until all connections have been made.
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3.5.2 Connecting UTP Cables to Ports 1 Thr ough 24 of
the 6E133-25 and 6E123-26
When facing the front panel of the 6E133-25 or 6E123-26, the upper RJ21 is the connector for 10BASE-T ports 1 through 12. The lower RJ21 is for 10BASE-T ports 13 through 24. All 24 ports have internal crossovers.
Connect a twisted pair segment to the 6E133-25 and 6E123-26 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 3-4 or, if using the RJ21 angle adapter supplied with the device, insert the RJ21 angle adapter as shown in
Figure 3-5. The RJ21 angle adapter allows the cable to be inserted
without interfering with the proper attachment of the second connector.
.
Screw Hole
910
11 12
Screw
1
1413
24
15 16
RX (Receive) LED
17 18
19 20
21 22
23 24
Screw
13
Screw Hole
207603
Figure 3-4 6E133-25 and 6E123-26 Twisted Pair Connection
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Screw
Screw Hole
Connecting to the Network
910
11 12
1413
Screw
15 16
17 18
19 20
21 22
23 24
Screw Hole
RX (Receive) LED
207603
Figure 3-5 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter
3. Tighten the two screws on the RJ21 connector or RJ21 angle adapter,
as applicable, to secure it to the module.
NOTE
The cable pinouts for a 25 pair cab le (RJ21) can be found in the Cabletron Systems
Cabling Guide
. Refer to Section 1.7,
Related Manuals, for details on how to obtain this document.
4. If using the RJ21 angle adapter, plug the 25 pair cable into the adapter
as shown in Figure 3-5.
5. Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX LEDs are on
(flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RX LEDs are 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.
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b. Verify that the RJ21 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 the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.6, Getting Help, for details.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 4, above, until all connections have been made.
3.5.3 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the
FE-100TX
An FE-100-TX installed in port 25 and/or 26 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 3-6 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 3-6 to the not crossed over position, marked with =.
A schematic of a crossover cable is shown in Figure 3-6. If the wires do not cross over, use the switch on the FE-100TX to internally cross over the RJ45 port. Figure 3-6 shows how to properly set the FE-100TX crossover switch.
Position X (crossed over)
1. RX+
2. RX-
3. TX+
4. NC
5. NC
6. TX-
7. NC
x
FE-100TX
=
8. NC
Figure 3-6 FE-100TX Crossover Switch
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Position = (not crossed over)
1. TX+
10
2. TX-
100
3. RX+
4. NC
5. NC
6. RX-
7. NC
8. NC
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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 3-6.
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, perform the following steps until it is on:
a. V erify that the 100B ASE-TX device 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 dB loss and 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 Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.6, Getting Help, for details.
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3.5.4 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the
FE-100FX and FE-100F3
The FE-100FX and FE-100F3 have an SC style network port (see
Figure 3-7). Cabletron Systems supplies fiber optic cable that uses SC
style connectors that are keyed to ensure proper crossing over of the transmit and receive fibers.
An odd number of crossovers (preferably one) must be maintained between devices so that the transmit port of one
!
CAUTION
Fiber Optic Network Connection
1. Remove the protective plastic covers from the fiber optic ports on the
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.
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
!
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, clean them with alcohol using a soft, clean, lint-free cloth.
2. Insert one end of the SC connector into the FE-100FX or FE-100F3
installed in the 6E12X-26. See Figure 3-7.
3. At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the SC connector to the
other device.
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TX LED
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25
FE-100FX
26
Figure 3-7 FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Port
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 it is on:
NOTE
The port RX LED flashes green and amber during bootup.
a. Check that the power is turned on for the device at the other end of
the link.
b. Verify proper crossing over of fiber strands between the
applicable port on the 6E12X-26 and the fiber optic device at the other end of the fiber optic link segment.
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c. Verify that the fiber connection meets the dB loss specifications
outlined in Chapter 2.
If a link has not been established, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.6, Getting Help, for details.

3.6 COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION

The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are now ready to be set up through Local Management. Refer to Chapter 5, Local Management, to configure the modules and 6C105 chassis.
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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 module operational problems
Using the RESET button
NOTE
The four interface modules co v ered in this manual all share the same LANVIEW LEDs.

4.1 USING LANVIEW

The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 use 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.
NOTE
The terms flashing, blinking, and solid used in the LED definition tables of this chapter indicate the following:
Flashing indicates an irregular LED pulse. Blinking indicates a steady LED pulse. Solid indicates a steady LED light. No pulsing.
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Ethernet
6E122-26
CPU
COM
12
34
56
78
910
11 12
15 16
17 18
19 20
21 22
23 24
CPU LED
1413
Receive (RX) Transmit (TX)
25
26
207604
Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs
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Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs
LED Color State Recommended Action
Off Power off. Power up chassis.
Contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center (GCC).
No action. If LED remains Red for several minutes, contact the Cabletron Systems GCC.
Contact the Cabletron Systems GCC.
No action. If LED remains Amber for several minutes, contact the Cabletron Systems GCC.
No action.
No error.
No error.
No error.
No error. Contact the Cabletron
Systems GCC for assistance.
CPU
RX
Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred.
Red
Solid. Resetting, normal power up reset.
Amber Blinking. Crippled.
Solid. Testing.
Green Solid. Functional. No action. Amber
and Green
Off
Green
Amber
Red Diagnostic failure.
Booting. Blinks amber and green while booting.
No link. No activity. Port enabled or disabled.
Solid. Port enabled, link, no activity.
Blinking. Port disabled, link.
Flashing. Port enabled, link, activity.
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LED Color State Recommended Action
Should flash green every 2 seconds indicating BPDUs being sent if STA is enabled and there is a valid link. If ST A is enabled, and the LED does not flash green, contact the Cabletron Systems GCC.
No action.
Port may be disabled due to Spanning T ree .
No action. Contact the Cabletron
Systems GCC for assistance.
TX
Off
Green
Amber
Red
Port enabled, and no activity.
Flashing. Indicates activity. Rate indicates data rate.
Blinking. Port in standby, link.
Flashing. Indicates collision rate.
Solid. Diagnostic Failure.

4.2 FE-100TX LED

The optional FE-100TX has one LED labeled 10/100. The 10/100 LED together with the receive LED allo ws 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.
Table 4-2 and Table 4-3 pro vide a functional description of the FE-100TX
LED when the RX LED is on or off, respectively.
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10
100
LED
Receive (RX) LED
FE-100TX
25 26
=
x
100
10
22
Figure 4-2 FE-100TX LED
FE-100TX LED
NOTE
LED Color Description
10/100
LED is on.
Table 4-2 FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is On
Off FE-100TX is operating at 10 Mbps. Green FE-100TX is operating at 100 Mbps.
No link exists if the associated port (port 25 or 26) Receive
A link exists if the associated port (port 25 or 26) Receive (RX)
NOTE
LED Color Description
10/100
(RX) LED is off.
Table 4-3 FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is Off
No link or no cable attached. FE-100TX
Off
Green
forced to 10 Mbps operation, or is manually set to “auto-negotiate” mode.
No link or no cable attached. FE-100TX is forced to 100 Mbps operation.
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4.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST

If the 6E12X-26 or 6E13X-25 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
Problem Possible Cause Recommended Action
All LEDs are OFF.
No Local Management Password screen.
Cannot contact the 6E132-25 or 6E122-26 from in-band management.
Port(s) goes into standby for no apparent reason.
User parameters (IP address, Device and Module name, etc.) are lost when the 6E12X-26 or 6E13X-25 is powered down or the front panel RESET button is pressed.
Loss of power to the 6C105 chassis.
6E13X-25 or 6E12X-26 not properly installed.
Autobaud enabled. But baud rate has not yet been sensed.
Terminal setup is not correct.
Improper console cable pinouts.
Improper Community Names T ab le.
6E12X-26 or 6E13X-25 does not have an IP address.
Port is disabled. Enable port. No link to device. Check link to device. 6E12X-26 or 6E13X-25
detects a looped 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.
Check the proper connection of the power cable and its access to a live outlet.
Check the installation.
Press ENTER (RETURN) (may take up to four times).
Refer to Chapter 5 for proper setup procedures.
Refer to Appendix A for proper console port pinouts.
Refer to Chapter 5 for Community Names Table setup.
Refer to Chapter 5 for IP address assignment procedure.
Review network design and delete unnecessary loops.
Reenter the lost parameters as necessary. Call the Cabletron Systems GCC if problem continues.
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4.4 USING THE RESET BUTTON

The RESET button located near the upper plastic locking tab of the module (refer to Figure 4-3) resets the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 processor without affecting the NVRAM.
Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current switching being performed by the device is halted. A module
!
CAUTION
downtime of up to two minutes will result from this action.
Ethernet
6E132-25
Reset Button
Figure 4-3 RESET Button
To reset the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 processor, press and release the RESET button. The module processor goes through a reset process of approximately 20 seconds. Additional module do wntime may be added as the module reenters the network.
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CHAPTER 5

LOCAL MANAGEMENT

This chapter explains how to set up a management terminal to access 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Local Management. It also explains how to use the Local Management screens and commands.
NOTE
The Local Management screens shown in this chapter are for the 6E122-26. The 6E132-25, 6E133-25 and 6E123-26 share most of the following Local Management screens. All Local Management functions specific to any of the interface modules are preceded by a Note to alert the reader.

5.1 OVERVIEW

Local Management for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 consists of a series of management screens that allow the management of the module, the attached segments and the 6C105 chassis. The management screens allow the user to perform the following tasks:
Manage any interface module in the chassis via a connection to a
single interface module.
Assign IP addresses and subnet masks to the 6E12X-26, 6E13X-25
and the 6C105 chassis.
Control access to the 6E12X-26, 6E13X-25 and the 6C105 chassis by
establishing community names.
Download a new image of operating software.
Designate which Network Management Workstations receive SNMP
traps from the 6E12X-26, 6E13X-25 and the 6C105 chassis.
Monitor the environmental status of the 6C105 chassis.
View switch, interface, and RMON statistics.
Assign ports to operate in standard or full duplex mode.
Enable trunking of ports to perform load sharing.
Configure the Fast Ethernet Interface Modules of the 6E12X-26 and
the HSIM of the 6E13X-25.
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There are three ways to access Local Management:
Locally using a VT type terminal connected to the COM port of the
6E13X-25 or 6E12X-26.
Remotely using a VT type terminal connected through a modem.
In-band through a Telnet connection.
5.2 LOCAL 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
Key Function
These are selection keys that perform the same
ENTER Key RETURN 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
ESCAPE (ESC) Key
SPACE bar BACKSPACE Key
Arrow Keys
[–] Key
DEL Key
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 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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5.3 MANAGEMENT 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

5.3.1 Console Cable Connection

Use the Console Cable Kit provided with the 6C105 chassis to attach the management terminal to the COM port as shown in Figure 5-1.
Connect an IBM PC or compatible device, running the VT terminal emulation, to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 as follows:
1. Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable (supplied in the
kit) to the COM port on the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25.
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 PC communications port.
Ethernet
6E122-26
PS1
1
2345
RJ45 COM Port
UTP Cable
With RJ45 Connectors
PC
RJ45-to-DB9
PC Adapter
Figure 5-1 Management Terminal Connection
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PS2
Ethernet
6E122-26
COM
CPU
12
34
56
78
910
1112
1413
1516
1718
1920
2122
2324
Reserved for FEPIM
25
Reserved for FEPIM
26
COM
CPU
12
34
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5.3.2 Connecting an Uninterruptible Power Supply
(UPS)
If the 6C105 chassis is connected to an American Power Conversion (APC) UPS for protection from a loss of power, a connection from the COM port of a module to the UPS can be made to monitor the status of the UPS. To use the COM port for this purpose, it must be reconfigured to support the UPS application. This procedure is performed from the General Configuration screen of the interface module. Section 5.15.11,
Configuring the COM Port, provides detailed instructions on
configuring the COM port for UPS applications. Refer to the UPS documentation for details on how to access the status information.
Use the Console Cable Kit provided with the 6C105 chassis to attach the UPS to the module COM port as shown in Figure 5-2.
Connect the UPS device to the COM port of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 as follows:
1. Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the COM port
on the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25.
2. Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the
RJ45-to-DB9 male (UPS) adapter, Cabletron Systems Part No.
9372066.
3. Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 male (UPS) adapter to the female DB9 port
on the rear of the UPS device (refer to the particular UPS device’s user instructions for more specific information about the monitoring connection).
Ethernet
6E122-26
PS2
COM
CPU
12
34
196051
UTP Cable
PS1
Ethernet
6E122-26
COM
CPU
12
34
56
78
910
1112
1413
1516
1718
1920
2122
2324
Reserved for FEPIM
25
Reserved for FEPIM
26
UPS Device
RJ45 COM Port
DB9 Port
RJ45-to-DB9 UPS Adapter
1
2345
With RJ45 Connectors
Figure 5-2 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
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5.3.3 Management 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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5.3.4 Telnet Connections

Once the module or chassis 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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 require the community name passwords assigned at the SNMP Community Names screen of either the 6C105 chassis, or the module. For additional information about community names, refer to Section 5.8, SNMP
Community Names Screen. Refer to the instructions included with the
Telnet application for information about establishing a Telnet session.
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5.4 ACCESSING LOCAL MANAGEMENT

Access to Local Management is controlled through the Password screen,
Figure 5-3. Whenever a connection is made to the 6E12X-26 and
6E13X-25 the Password screen displays. Before continuing, the user must enter a password which is compared to the previously stored passwords. The level 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 (this may take up to four times,
because the COM port of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 auto-senses the baud rate of the terminal) until the 6C105 Local Management Password screen, Figure 5-3, displays.
Event Message Line
Figure 5-3 Local Management Password Screen
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
CABLETRON Systems, Incorporated
P.O.Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03866-5005 USA
(603) 332-9400
(c) Copyright CABLETRON Systems, Inc, 1997
Enter Password:
1960_12
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 lev el to display
at the bottom of the screen and the Main Menu screen to appear.
If no activity occurs for several minutes, the Password screen
reappears and the session ends.

5.4.1 Navigating Local Management Screens

The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Local Management application consists of a series of menu screens. Navigate through Local Management by selecting items from the menu screens.
The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 support three modes of switch operation. The switching modes are as follows:
802.1D SWITCHING, (traditional switching)
802.1Q SWITCHING, (802.1Q port based VLANs)
SECURE FAST VLAN, (Cabletron Systems SecureFast Switching)
NOTE
Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the product to verify which screens are supported in each of the three available switching modes.
The switch operational mode may be set in either the Chassis Configuration screen (Section 5.7), or the General Configuration screen of the module (Section 5.15). Depending on the Operational Mode set for the module, the hierarchy of Local Management screens differs as shown in Figure 5-4, Figure 5-7, and Figure 5-8. Refer to the appropriate figure that relates to the Operational Mode that will be set for the module to see the applicable Local Management screen hierarchy.
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\
Password
General Configuration SNMP Community Names
SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental
Port Redirect Function
Module Configuration Menu
Module Statistics Menu
Network Tools
General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Switch Configuration Ethernet Full Duplex
Configuration
SmartTrunk Configuration
Module Specific
Configuration Menu
Switch Statistics Interface Statistics
RMON Statistics
System Resources
High Speed Interface Configuration
Flash Download
Port Redirect
Function Broadcast Supression
Main Menu
Chassis Menu
Module Menu
Figure 5-4 802.1D Switching Mode, LM Screen Hierarchy
Chassis Menu
General Configuration
SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental
802.1Q VLAN Configuration
Fast Ethernet
HSIM
Password
Main Menu
Module Menu
Module Configuration Menu
Module Statistics Menu
Network Tools
General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Switch Configuration
Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration SmartTrunk Configuration
Module Specific Configuration Menu
Switch Statistics Interface Statistics
RMON Statistics
System Resources
High Speed Interface Configuration
Flash Download
Broadcast Supression
802.1Q VLAN Configuration
Fast Ethernet
HSIM
Figure 5-5 802.1Q Switching Mode, LM Screen Hierarchy
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General Configuration
SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental
Module Configuration Menu
Module Statistics Menu
Network Tools
General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps
Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration
Module Specific Configuration Menu
Interface Statistics RMON Statistics
System Resources
High Speed Interface Configuration
Flash Download
Fast Ethernet
HSIM
Password
Main Menu
Chassis Menu
Module Menu
Figure 5-6 SecureFast VLAN Mode, LM Screen Hierarchy

5.4.2 Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items

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.

5.4.3 Exiting Local Management Screens

There are two ways to exit Local Management (LM).
Using the EXIT Command
To exit an LM screen using the EXIT 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 Password screen displays and the session ends.
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Using the RETURN Command
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the RETURN command at the bottom
of the Local Management screen.
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 will be lost.
3. Exit from 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Local Management by repeating
steps 1 and 2 until the Main Menu screen displays.
4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the RETURN command at the bottom
of the Main Menu screen.
5. Press ENTER. The Password screen displays and the session ends.
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5.5 THE MAIN MENU SCREEN

The Main Menu screen is the access point for all Local Management screens for the module and the 6C105 chassis. Figure 5-7 shows the Main Menu screen.
Event Message Line
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Main Menu
CHASSIS
MODULES
EXIT
Figure 5-7 Main Menu Screen
RETURN
The following explains each Main Menu screen item as shown in
Figure 5-7:
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CHASSIS
The CHASSIS menu item provides access to the Chassis Menu screen, shown in Figure 5-8, that is used to configure the 6C105 chassis, access current chassis power supply and environmental status, and to configure IEEE 802.1Q VLANs.
Access the Chassis Configuration screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS menu item and pressing ENTER. The Chassis Configuration screen displays. Proceed to Section 5.6.
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MODULES
The MODULES menu item provides access to the Module Selection screen that is used to select individual modules in the chassis for management purposes.
Access the Module Selection screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the MODULES menu item and pressing ENTER. The Module Selection screen displays. Proceed to Section 5.12.

5.6 CHASSIS MENU SCREEN

The Chassis Menu screen, Figure 5-8, provides access to Local Management screens that allow you to configure and monitor operating parameters, modify SNMP community names, set SNMP traps, monitor the 6C105 environmental status, perform port redirect functions, and to configure the 6C105 for IEEE 802.1Q operation.
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Chassis Menu
CHASSIS CONFIGURATION
SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SNMP TRAPS CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION
802.1Q VLAN CONFIGURATION
EXIT
RETURN
2269_99
Figure 5-8 Chassis Menu Screen
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The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the Chassis Menu screen.
CHASSIS CONFIGURATION
The Chassis Configuration screen allows the user to configure operating parameters for the 6C105 chassis. 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.
CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL
The Chassis Environmental screen provides access to chassis power supply status, power supply redundancy status and chassis fan tray status. For details, refer to Section 5.10.
PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION
The Port Redirect Function screen allows the user to redirect traffic from one or multiple modules and ports in the chassis to a specific destination module or port. For details, refer to Section 5.11.
802.1Q VLAN CONFIGURA TION
This menu item will only display if one or more modules installed the chassis have been configured to operate as IEEE 802.1Q switches. When selected, this menu item opens the VLAN Main Menu screen. F or details, refer to the Cabletron Systems Port Based VLAN User’s Guide.
Section 5.7.7, Setting the Operational Mode, describes how to
configure the modules to function as 802.1Q switches.
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5.7 CHASSIS CONFIGURATION SCREEN

The Chassis Configuration screen, Figure 5-9, allows the user to set the chassis date and time, IP address and Subnet Mask, the operational mode of all modules installed in the chassis, and to view the chassis uptime.
Access the Chassis Configuration screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS CONFIGURATION menu item and pressing ENTER. The Chassis Configuration screen,
Figure 5-9, displays.
Event Message Line
MAC Address: IP Address: Subnet Mask:
Operational Mode: [802.1D SWITCHING]
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Chassis Configuration
00-00-ID-00-00-00
000.000.000.000
000.000.000.000
EXIT
Chassis Date: Chassis Time: Screen Refresh Time: Screen Lockout Time:
Chassis Uptime XX D XX H XX M
10/11/97 14:23:00 30 sec. 15 min.
RETURNSAVE
1960_98
Figure 5-9 Chassis Configuration Screen
The following briefly explains each Chassis Configuration screen field:
MAC Address (Read-Only)
Displays the base physical address of the chassis.
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IP Address (Modifiable)
This field allows the IP address to be set for the 6C105 chassis. If an IP address is assigned to the 6C105 chassis all the interface modules installed in the chassis can be managed via this IP address, eliminating the need to assign an IP address to each interface module. To set the IP address, refer to Section 5.7.1.
Subnet Mask (Modifiable)
NOTE
When a valid IP address is assigned, the Subnet Mask field automatically enters the default mask that corresponds with class of IP entered in the IP Address field. Some firmware revisions do support changing the chassis subnet mask from the default value. Refer to your Release Notes to ensure that the Subnet Mask is a modifiable field.
Displays the subnet mask for the chassis. 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. The 6C105 chassis automatically uses the default subnet mask that corresponds to the IP class that was entered in the IP address field.
Section 5.7.2, Setting the Subnet Mask describes how to change the
subnet mask from the default value.
Chassis Date (Modifiable)
Contains a value that the chassis recognizes as the current date. When the chassis date is modified and saved all interface modules installed in the chassis are set to this date. To set a new chassis date, refer to
Section 5.7.3.
Chassis Time (Modifiable)
Contains a value that the chassis recognizes as the current time. When the chassis time is modified and saved, all interface modules installed in the chassis are set to this time. To enter a new time, refer to Section 5.7.4.
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 5.7.5.
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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 Password screen. To enter a new lockout time, refer to Section 5.7.6.
Chassis Uptime (Read-Only)
Displays the total time the chassis has been operating. The chassis uptime is based on which interface module installed in the chassis has been operating for the longest period of time.
Operational Mode (Toggle)
This field allows the user to set all the modules in the chassis to operate as traditional switches (802.1D SWITCHING option), or as IEEE 802.1Q switches (802.1Q SWITCHING option).
In 802.1D SWITCHING mode, the 24 ports located on the front panel, and each Fast Ethernet Interface Module, and HSIM port(s) are bridged to each other.
When the operational mode is set to 802.1Q SWITCHING, the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 act as IEEE 802.1Q switches. The modules are able to increase their switching functionality by creating and maintaining port based Virtual LANs (VLANs).
For details on how to select the Operational Mode, refer to Section 5.7.7.

5.7.1 Setting 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 Decimal Dotted Notation
(DDN) format. For example: 134.141.79.120
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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 Event Message Line displays “INVALID IP ADDRESS OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value and refreshes the IP address field with the previous value.
4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press
ENTER. The “SAVED OK” message displays indicating that the changes have been saved to memory.

5.7.2 Setting the Subnet Mask

If the management workstation that is to receive SNMP traps from the 6C105 is located on a separate subnet, the subnet mask for the 6C105 must be changed from its default.
NOTE
When a valid IP address is assigned, the Subnet Mask field automatically enters the default mask that corresponds with class of IP entered in the IP Address field. Some firmware revisions do support changing the chassis subnet mask from the default value. Refer to your Release Notes to ensure that the Subnet Mask is a modifiable field.
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 Decimal Dotted Notation
(DDN) format. For example: 255.255.255.0
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 Event Message Line displays “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 changes are saved to memory.
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5.7.3 Setting the Chassis Date

The 6C105 is year 2000 compliant, so the Chassis Date may be set beyond the year 1999. To set the chassis date, perform the following steps:
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Chassis 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. For example , to set the date to 03/17/1997, type “03171997” in the Chassis 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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Chassis Date field with the previous value.
NOTE
Upon saving the new chassis date, all interface modules installed in the chassis recognize the new value as the current date.

5.7.4 Setting the Chassis Time

To set the chassis clock, perform the following steps:
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Chassis Time field.
2. Enter the time in a 24-hour format, HH:MM:SS.
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NOTE
When entering the time in the system time field, separators between hours, minutes, and seconds do not need to be added as long as each entry uses two numeric characters. For example, to set the time to 6:45 A.M., type “064500” in the Chassis 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.
If the time entered is a valid format, the Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current value and refreshes the Chassis Time field with the previous value.
NOTE
Upon saving the new chassis time, all interface modules installed in the chassis recognize the new value as the current time.

5.7.5 Entering 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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. 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.
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5.7.6 Setting 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 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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. 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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5.7.7 Setting the Operational Mode

To set the Operational Mode, proceed as follows:
1. Use arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field.
2. Press the SPACE bar to step to the appropriate operation mode,
(802.1D SWITCHING or 802.1Q SWITCHING).
3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen and press ENTER. The following warning screen displays:
WARNING!
YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE THE OPERATIONAL MODE FOR THE WHOLE CHASSIS. THIS WILL CAUSE ALL OF THE BOARDS IN THE CHASSIS TO REBOOT. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO SAVE THE NEW OPERATIONAL MODE
NOYES
1666
Figure 5-10 Operational Mode Warning Screen
4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER.
The changes are saved, and all the modules installed in the chassis reboot.
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NOTE
If the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 have been set to 802.1Q SWITCHING, refer to your
Port Based VLAN User’s Guide
to
configure the devices for this type of operation. The Operational Mode field in the Chassis Configuration
screen does not support the SECURE FAST VLAN operational mode. For the modules to function as SecureFast switches, they must have a unique IP addresses, and be configured to act as Standalone devices in terms of Local Management via the 6C105 chassis. Section 5.15.9 provides additional instructions and rules that must be met before configuring the modules as SecureFast switches.
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5.8 SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SCREEN

The SNMP Community Names menu item allows the user to set Local Management community names. Community names act as passwords to Local/Remote Management and provide security access to the 6C105. Access to the 6C105 is controlled by enacting any of three different le vels 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.
Access the SNMP Community Names screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES menu item and pressing ENTER. The SNMP Community Names screen, Figure 5-11, displays.
Super-User access gives the user full management privileges,
Event Message Line
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
SNMP Community Names
Community Name
public
public public
Access Policy read-only read-write super-user
EXIT
RETURNSAVE
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Figure 5-11 SNMP Community Names Screen
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The following explains each SNMP Community Names screen field:
Community Name (Modifiable)
Displays the user-defined name through which a user accesses 6C105 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. Possible selections are as follows:
read-only This community name allows read-only access
to the 6C105 MIB objects, and excludes access to security-protected fields of read-write or super-user authorization.
read-write This community name allows read and write
access to the 6C105 MIB objects, excluding security protected fields for super-user access only.
super-user This community name permits read-write
access to the 6C105
MIB objects and allows the
user to change all modifiable parameters including community names, IP addresses, traps, and SNMP objects.

5.8.1 Establishing Community Names

The password used to access Local Management at the Password screen must have Super-User access in order 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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NOTE
All passwords assigned in the 6C105 SNMP Community Names screen allow access to both 6C105 Local Management screens, and the Local Management screens of the interface modules that are installed in the chassis. To configure the interface module to not allow access to 6C105 Local Management screens refer to Section 5.16.
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 SAVE 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.
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5.9 SNMP TRAPS SCREEN

Since the 6C105 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 5-12.
Access the SNMP Traps screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the SNMP TRAPS menu item and pressing ENTER. The SNMP Traps screen displays.
Event Message Line
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
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Chassis SNMP Traps
Trap Community Name
public public public public public public public public
EXIT
Enable Traps
[YES] [YES] [YES] [YES] [YES] [YES] [YES] [YES]
Figure 5-12 The SNMP Traps Screen
The following explains each field of the SNMP Traps screen.
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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].
5.9.1 Configuring the Trap Table
To configure the Trap table, proceed as follows:
1. Using the arrow keys, 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 “INVALID IP
ENTERED” is displayed in the Event Message Line.
4. Using the arrow keys, highlight the Trap Community Name field.
Enter the community name.
5. Press ENTER.
6. Using the arrow keys, highlight the Enable Traps field. Press the
SPACE bar to choose either [YES] (send alarms from the chassis to the workstation), or [NO] (prevent alarms from being sent).
7. Using the arrow keys, 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 will be lost if they are not saved before exiting.
The designated workstations now receive traps from the 6C105.
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5.10 CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCREEN

The Chassis Environmental menu item allows the user to view chassis environmental information.
Access the Chassis Environmental Information screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL menu item and pressing ENTER. The Chassis Environmental Information screen, Figure 5-13, displays.
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Chassis Environmental Information
Chassis Power Redundancy Power Supply #1 Status Power Supply #2 Status Chassis Fan Status
EXIT
Not Available Normal Not Installed Normal
RETURN
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Figure 5-13 Chassis Environmental Information Screen
The following describes each of the Chassis Environmental Information screen fields.
Chassis Power Redundancy (Read-Only)
Displays the current redundancy status of the 6C105 power supplies. This field will read either “Available” or “Not Available”.
Power Supply #X Status (Read-Only)
Displays the current status of power supplies 1 and 2 for the 6C105. This field will read either “Normal”, “Fault”, or “Not Installed”.
Chassis Fan Status (Read-Only)
Displays the current status of the 6C105 fan tray. This field will read either “Normal”, “Fault”, or “Not Installed”.
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5.11 PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION SCREEN

NOTE
The Port Redirect Function screen may not be available depending on the operational mode that has been set for the chassis. Refer to your Release Notes to see what operational modes support the Port Redirect Function. Refer to
Section 5.7.7, Setting the Operational Mode, for instructions
on configuring the operational mode of all the modules installed in the chassis.
The Port Redirect Function screen, Figure 5-14, allows the user to set each one of the modules in the chassis (1 through 5), and the ports of the corresponding module installed, as a source or destination port. A port can be set to have one or more destination ports and chassis module slot numbers. For example, port 1 in module (slot) 1 can be set as a source port with three destinations, ports 2, 3, and 4 in module (slot) 3. Traffic from port 1 in module 1 is then automatically redirected to ports 2, 3, and 4 in module 3. Port 1 in module 1 can also serve as a destination port for other ports and modules. The port redirect function is extremely useful for troubleshooting purposes, as it allows traffic to be sent to a particular port(s) where, with the use of an analyzer or RMON probe, all current traffic from the source port(s) can be examined.
NOTES
The module number corresponds to the slot number in which the module resides in the 6C105 chassis (1 through 5).
Although traffic from the source port (including, if desired, errored frames) is sent to the destination port, normal switching is still performed for all frames on the source port.
Access the Port Redirect Function screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION menu item and pressing ENTER. The Port Redirect Function screen, Figure 5-14, displays.
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Event Message Line
Module 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3
SAVE
Source Destination Remap Errors
============ ============ ============
Source Port [1] Source Module [1]
EXIT
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Port Redirect Function
Port 1 1 1 2 2 3 3 3
Module 3 3 3 1 3 4 5 5
Destination Port [1] Destination Module [1]
NEXT
Port 2 3 4 1 3 4 5 8
PREVIOUS
ON ON ON OFF ON ON ON OFF
Status [ADD]
Errors [ON]
RETURN RETURN
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Figure 5-14 Port Redirect Function Screen
The following definitions briefly explain each field of the Port Redirect Function screen.
Source Module (Read-Only)
Displays which modules are currently set as source modules.
Source Port (Read-Only)
Displays which ports are currently set as source ports.
Destination Module (Read-Only)
Displays which modules are currently set as destination modules.
Destination Port (Read-Only)
Displays which ports are currently set as destination ports.
Remap Errors (Read-only)
Displays whether the corresponding source modules and ports are configured to send errored frames to the destination modules and ports, or to drop all errored frames before forwarding traffic.
Source Module [n] (Selectable)
Allows a selected module [n] to be configured as a source module.
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Source Port [n] (Selectable)
Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a source port.
Destination Module [n] (Selectable)
Allows a selected module [n] to be configured as a destination module.
Destination Port [n] (Selectable)
Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a destination port.
Errors (Toggle)
Allows the user to configure the source modules and ports to either send errored frames to selected destination modules and ports ([ON] option), or to drop errored frames, and send only valid traffic to the destination modules and ports ([OFF] option). The default setting of this field is [ON].
Status (Toggle)
Allows the user to add or delete the source/destination modules and ports selected in the Source/Destination Modules and ports fields.

5.11.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries

There can be more than one Port Redirect Function screen depending on the number of port redirect entries. Each screen displays up to ten port redirect entries. If there is more than one screen of redirect entries, the NEXT and/or PREVIOUS command is displayed at the bottom of the screen, allowing the user to navigate to the next or previous screen.
To display the next screen, use the arrow keys to highlight NEXT. Press ENTER and the next screen of entries is displayed.
To display the previous screen, use the arrow keys to highlight PREVIOUS. Press ENTER to view the entries in the previous screen.
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5.11.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports

Add or delete source/destination module and port entries as follows:
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Source Module field.
2. Press the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE one or more times to increment
or decrement the module number displayed in the brackets [n] until the appropriate module number is displayed.
3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Source Port field.
4. Press the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE one or more times to increment
or decrement the port number displayed in the brackets [n] until the appropriate port number is displayed.
5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Module field.
6. Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step to the appropriate
module number for the destination module.
7. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Port field.
8. Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step to the appropriate port
number for the destination port.
9. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Status field.
10. Use the SPACE bar to select either the [ADD] or [DEL] (delete)
option. Press ENTER. This adds or deletes the selections made in steps 2 and 4 and also updates the screen Source Module, Source Port, Destination Module and Destination Port lists.
11. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Errors field.
12. Use the SPACE bar to select either the [ON] or [OFF] option and
press ENTER. [ON] forces the source module and port to forward errored frames to the destination module(s) and port(s). [OFF] forces the errored frames to be dropped before forwarding traffic.
NOTE
If more than one module and port is to be redirected, repeat steps 1 through 12 for each additional setting, then go to step 13 to save all the new settings at once.
13. Use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen.
Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” is displayed.
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5.12 MODULE SELECTION SCREEN

The Module Selection screen is the access point to Local Management for all modules installed in the SmartSwitch 6000 chassis. By selecting a module, the Module Menu for the selected device displays. Figure 5-15 shows the Module Selection screen.
6E122-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Module Selection
Module #
<1>
2 3 4 5
Module Type
6E122-26 6E132-25 6E123-26 6E122-26
123456789 123456789 123456789 123456789
EXIT
Serial #
Hardware Revision
XXX XXX XXX XXX
RETURN
Figure 5-15 Module Selection Screen
The following explains each Module Selection screen field as shown in
Figure 5-15.
Module #
The Module # field displays the slot in which the module is installed. The module number enclosed in < > characters indicates the module to which the management terminal or Telnet session is connected.
Module Type
The Module Type field displays the type of interface module that is installed in each slot.
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Serial #
Indicates the serial number of the module. The serial number of the device is necessary when calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center.
Hardware Revision
Reflects the hardware version of the module.

5.12.1 Selecting a Module

To select an individual module to perform Local Management functions, proceed as follows:
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the desired module number in the
Module # field.
2. Press ENTER, the applicable Module Menu screen displays. Proceed
to Section 5.13.
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5.13 MODULE MENU SCREEN

NOTE
the 6E122-26. The 6E132-25, 6E133-25 and 6E123-26 share most of the following Local Management screens. All Local Management functions specific to any interface module are preceded by a note to alert the reader.
The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Module Menu screens are the access point for all Local Management screens for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25.
Figure 5-16 shows the 6E122-26 Module Menu screen.
6E122-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Module Menu
The Local Management screens shown in this chapter are for
Module Type: 6E122-26 Slot Number:
X
MODULE CONFIGURATION
MODULE STATISTICS NETWORK TOOLS
Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX
EXIT
RETURN
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Figure 5-16 Module Menu Screen
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The following explains each Module Menu screen field as shown in
Figure 5-16:
MODULE CONFIGURATION
The Module Configuration screen provides access to the Local Management screens that are used to configure the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. The Module Specific Configuration Menu screen provides access to the screens that allow the user to check 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 resources and set operating parameters specific to each port. For details about the Module Configuration Menu screen, refer to
Section 5.14. For details about the Module Specific Configuration Menu
screen, refer to Section 5.20.
MODULE STATISTICS
The Module Statistics screen provides statistics and performance information for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. For details about this screen, refer to Section 5.26.
NETWORK TOOLS
The Network Tools function resides on the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 and consists of a series of commands that allow the user to access and manage network devices. Section 5.30 explains how to use the Network Tools utility.
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5.14 MODULE CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN

The Module Configuration Menu screen, Figure 5-17, provides access to Local Management screens that allow you to configure and monitor operating parameters, modify SNMP community names, set SNMP traps, configure switch parameters and configure 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 ports.
NOTE
The following menu items on the Module Configuration Menu screen may not display if the operational mode of the module has been set to SECURE FAST VLAN:
SWITCH CONFIGURATION SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION
Refer to your Release Notes to see if the functionality provided by the above screens is supported in SECURE FAST VLAN mode.
Section 5.15.9 provides instructions on setting the operational
mode.
Access the Module Configuration Menu screen from the Module Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the MODULE CONFIGURATION menu item and pressing ENTER. The Module Configuration screen displays.
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Module Type: 6E122-26 Slot Number:
X
Figure 5-17 Module Configuration Menu Screen
Module Configuration Menu Screen
6E122-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Module Configuration Menu
Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX
GENERAL CONFIGURATION
SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SNMP TRAPS SWITCH CONFIGURATION ETHERNET FULL DUPLEX CONFIGURATION SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION
RETURNEXIT
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The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the Module Configuration Menu screen:
GENERAL CONFIGURATION
The General Configuration screen allows the user to monitor and configure operating parameters for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. For details, refer to Section 5.15.
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 Local/Remote management operation. Access is limited based on the password level of the user. For details, refer to Section 5.16.
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 5.17.
SWITCH CONFIGURATION
The Switch Configuration screen provides basic setup options for modifying the switching functions of the modules. For details, refer to
Section 5.18.
ETHERNET FULL DUPLEX CONFIGURATION
The Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration screen allows each 10 Mbps port (1 to 24) to be set for either Standard Ethernet or Full Duplex operation. The screen also indicates whether or not each port is linked to another Ethernet device and if that port is enabled. For details, refer to
Section 5.19.
SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION
The SmartTrunk Configuration screen allows the user to logically group interfaces together to create a greater bandwidth uplink. Refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for additional information.
MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION
The Module Specific Configuration Menu screen allows the user to configure ports or check system resources specific to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. For details, refer to Section 5.20.
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5.15 GENERAL CONFIGURATION SCREEN

The General Configuration screen, Figure 5-18, allows the user to set the system date and time, IP address and subnet mask, the default gateway, the TFTP Gateway IP address, the Operational Mode, the Management Mode, and the COM port configuration. The General Configuration screen also allows the user to Clear NVRAM, and enable or disable IP Fragmentation.
Access the General Configuration screen from the Module Configuration Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the GENERAL CONFIGURATION menu item and pressing ENTER. The General Configuration screen, Figure 5-18, displays.
Event Message Line
Module Type: 6E122-26 Slot Number:
MAC Address: IP Address: Subnet Mask: Default Gateway: TFTP Gateway IP Addr:
Operational Mode: [802.1D SWITCHING] Management Mode: [DISTRIBUTED]
Com: [ENABLED] Application: [LM]
Clear NVRAM [NO]
X
6E122-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
General Configuration
00-00-ID-00-00-00
0.0.0.0
255.255.0.0 NONE DEFINED
0.0.0.0
IP Fragmentation [ENABLED]
EXIT
Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX
Module Date: Module Time: Screen Refresh Time: Screen Lockout Time: Module Uptime XX D XX H XX M
10/11/97 14:23:00 30 sec. 15 min.
RETURNSAVE
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Figure 5-18 General Configuration Screen
The following briefly explains each General Configuration screen field:
MAC Address (Read-Only)
Displays the base physical address of the module.
IP Address (Modifiable)
This display allows the IP address to be set for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. To set the IP address, refer to Section 5.15.1.
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Subnet Mask (Modifiable)
Displays the subnet mask for the module. 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. When an IP address is entered in the IP Address field, the subnet mask field automatically enters the default subnet mask for the IP address. For details about how to change the subnet mask from its default value, refer to Section 5.15.2.
Default Gateway (Modifiable)
Displays the default gateway for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. This field is not defined until an appropriate value is entered. For details about why and how to set the Default Gateway, refer to Section 5.15.3.
TFTP Gateway IP Addr (Modifiable)
Displays and allows the user to set the TFTP Gateway IP address for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. To set the TFTP Gateway IP address, refer to
Section 5.15.4.
Module Date (Modifiable)
Contains a value that the module recognizes as the current date. To set a new module date, refer to Section 5.15.5.
Module Time (Modifiable)
Contains a value that the module recognizes as the current time. To enter a new time, refer to Section 5.15.6.
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 5.15.7.
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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 Password screen. To enter a new lockout time, refer to Section 5.15.8.
Module Uptime (Read-Only)
Displays the total time that the module has been operating.
Operational Mode (Modifiable)
This field allows the user to set the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 to operate as a traditional switch (802.1D SWITCHING option), an IEEE 802.1Q switch (802.1Q SWITCHING option), or as a Cabletron Systems SecureFast switch (SECURE FAST VLAN option).
In 802.1D SWITCHING mode, the 24 ports located on the front panel, and each Fast Ethernet Interface Module, and HSIM port(s) are bridged to each other.
In 802.1Q SWITCHING mode, the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are able to increase their switching functionality by creating and maintaining IEEE port based VLANs.
When the operational mode is set to SECURE FAST VLAN, the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 act as SecureFast switches. With the Cabletron Systems VLAN Manager software, the modules are able to increase their switching functionality by creating and maintaining Virtual LANs (VLANs).
For details on how to select the Operational Mode, refer to Section 5.15.9.
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Management Mode (Toggle)
This field toggles between DISTRIBUTED and STAND ALONE. In DISTRIBUTED mode, Local Management is entered via the 6C105
password screen, and all chassis configuration screens are available to the user. All other modules installed in the chassis that are set for distributed management may also be accessed via a connection to a single COM port on one of the modules.
In STAND ALONE mode, the module is isolated from the chassis configuration screens, and the module may not be accessed from a module that is in DISTRIBUTED mode. This provides additional security for any module to which the user may wish to restrict access.
Section 5.15.10
describes how to set the Management Mode.
Com (Toggle)
This field 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 5.15.11.
Application (Modifiable)
Displays the application set for the COM port. This field allows you to set the application that the COM port will support, which includes:
Local Management (LM) via a terminal or modem connection
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
The UPS setting allows you to use the COM port to monitor an American Power Conversion Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). For UPS, the baud rate is automatically set to 2400.
The baud rate setting for LM is automatically sensed. For details about how to configure the COM port for v arious applications,
refer to Section 5.15.11.
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Clear NVRAM (Toggle)
This 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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 default configuration settings. For details, refer to Section 5.15.13.
IP Fragmentation (Toggle)
This field allows the user to enable or disable IP fragmentation. The default setting for this field is ENABLED. If the 6E12X-26 or 6E13X-25 will be bridged to an FDDI ring, IP Fragmentation should be enabled. If IP Fragmentation is disabled, all FDDI frames that exceed the maximum Ethernet frame size will be discarded. For details on enabling or disabling IP Fragmentation refer to Section 5.15.14.

5.15.1 Setting the IP Address

To set the IP address, perform the following steps:
NOTE
If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned an IP address, it is not necessary to assign an IP address to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. All installed modules have the same IP address as the chassis. If a separate IP address for the module is desired, proceed as follows.
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Address field.
2. Enter the IP address into this field using Decimal Dotted 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 Event Message Line displays “INVALID IP ADDRESS OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value and refreshes the IP address field with the previous value.
4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press
ENTER. The warning screen shown in Figure 5-19 displays.
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WARNING!
YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE.
ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE?
YES
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5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and Press ENTER.
The changes are saved and the module reboots.

5.15.2 Setting the Subnet Mask

If the management workstation that is to receive SNMP traps from the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 is located on a separate subnet, the subnet mask for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 must 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 Decimal Dotted Notation
(DDN) format. For example: 255.255.255.0
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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 Event Message Line displays “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 5-19 displays.
5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER.
The changes are saved and the module reboots

5.15.3 Setting the Default Gateway

If the SNMP management station is located on a different IP subnet than the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25, a default gateway must be specified. When an SNMP Trap is generated, the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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.
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 Event Message Line 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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen
displays “SAVED OK”.
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5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address

If the network TFTP server is located on a different IP subnet than the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25, 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 Address 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 Event Message Line 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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen
displays “SAVED OK”.

5.15.5 Setting the Module Date

The modules are year 2000 compliant, so the module date may be set beyond the year 1999. To set the module date, perform the following steps:
NOTE
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Module Date field.
2. Enter the date in an MM/DD/YYYY format.
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If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned a chassis date, it is not necessary to assign a module date to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. All installed modules recognize the chassis date of the 6C105.
It is not necessary to add separators between month, day, and year numbers. For example , to set the date to 03/17/1997, type “03171997” in the Module Date field.
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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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Module Date field with the previous value.

5.15.6 Setting the Module Time

To set the module clock, perform the following steps:
NOTE
If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned a chassis time, it is not necessary to assign a module time to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. All installed modules recognize the chassis time of the 6C105.
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Module Time field.
2. Enter the time in an 24-hour format, HH:MM:SS.
NOTE
When entering the time in the system time field, separators between hours, minutes, and seconds do not need to be added as long as each entry uses two numeric characters. For example, to set the time to 6:45 A.M., type “064500” in the Module 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.
If the time entered is a valid format, the Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current value and refreshes the Module Time field with the previous value.
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5.15.7 Entering 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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. 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.

5.15.8 Setting 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 Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. 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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5.15.9 Setting the Operational Mode

Before setting the operational mode, ensure that the items contained in this caution are fully understood.
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CAUTION
If the module will be configured to operate as a SecureFast switch the following procedures should be performed before setting the operational mode:
The module must be assigned a unique IP address. The Management Mode of the module will automatically be set
to STANDALONE. The Management Mode field will no longer display on the General Configuration screen, and the module will no longer support Chassis configuration and Module selection screens. If the module will be a SecureFast switch, distributed management is not allowed.
The module has been assigned SNMP community names from the module SNMP Community Names screen (Section 5.16). In Standalone management mode, the module does not use the community names of the 6C105 chassis.
To set the Operational Mode, proceed as follows:
1. Use arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field.
2. Press the SPACE bar to step to the appropriate operation 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 5-19 displays.
4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER.
The changes are saved and the module reboots.
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SWITCHING, refer to your configure the devices for this type of operation.
If the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 have been set to SECURE F AST VLAN, refer to your SecureFast documentation set to configure the devices for this type of operation.
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5.15.10 Setting the Management Mode

To set the management mode, perform the following steps:
NOTE
Upon saving the new Management Mode, the module will reboot.
If the module will be set to STANDALONE, ensure the f ollowing procedures have been completed:
The module has been assigned a unique IP address. The module has been assigned SNMP community names from
the module SNMP Community Names screen (Section 5.16). In STAND ALONE management mode, the module does not use the community names of the 6C105 chassis.
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Management Mode field:
2. Use the SPACE bar to toggle the options (DISTRIBUTED or
STAND ALONE) until the desired mode displays.
3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press
ENTER. The warning screen shown in Figure 5-19 displays.
4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER.
The changes are saved and the module reboots.
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