Cabletron Systems 6H128-08, 6H129-08 User Manual

6H128-08 and 6H129-08

SmartSwitch 6000 Modules

User’s Guide

6H128-08

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FAST ENET

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6H129-08

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Only qualiﬁed personnel should install the 6H128-08 and the 6H129-08.

NOTICE

Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in speciﬁcations and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made.

The hardware, ﬁrmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice. IN NO EVENT SHALL CABLETRON SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,

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FCC NOTICE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment uses, generates, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed in accordance with the operator’s manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

VCCI NOTICE

This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS

THE FE-100F3 FAST ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULE USES CLASS

1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS. READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY

INFORMATION BEFORE

INSTALLING OR OPERATING THESE MODULES.

The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to maintain Class 1 operation limits. This control loop eliminates the need for maintenance checks or adjustments. The output is factory set, and does not allow any user adjustment. Class 1 Laser transceivers comply with the following safety standards:

• 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (FDA).

• IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnical Commission).

• CENELEC EN 60825 (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization). When operating within their performance limitations, laser transceiver output meets the Class 1

accessible emission limit of all three standards. Class 1 levels of laser radiation are not considered hazardous.

SAFETY INFORMATION

CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS

LASER RADIATION AND CONNECTORS

When the connector is in place, all laser radiation remains within the ﬁber. The maximum amount of radiant power exiting the ﬁber (under normal conditions) is -12.6 dBm or 55 x 10-6 watts.

Removing the optical connector from the transceiver allows laser radiation to emit directly from the optical port. The maximum radiance from the optical port (under worst case conditions) is

0.8 W cm-2 or 8 x 103 W m2 sr-1.

Do not use optical instruments to view the laser output. The use of optical instruments to view laser output increases eye hazard. When viewing the output optical port, power must be removed from the network adapter.

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Using This Guide.........................................................................1-1

1.2 Structure of This Guide................................................................1-1

1.3 6H12X-08 Overview ....................................................................1-3

1.3.1 Connectivity ....................................................................1-3

1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet (FDSE)........................... 1-3

1.3.3 Runtime IP Address Discovery.......................................1-5

1.3.4 Management...................................................................1-5

1.3.5 Remote Monitoring (RMON)...........................................1-6

1.3.6 Switching Options...........................................................1-6

1.3.7 Standards Compatibility..................................................1-6

1.3.8 Year 2000 Compliant......................................................1-6

1.3.9 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs............................................1-7

1.4 Local Management Features.......................................................1-7

1.4.1 Broadcast Suppression................................................... 1-7

1.4.2 Port Redirect Function....................................................1-7

1.4.3 Distributed Chassis Management...................................1-7

1.4.4 SmartTrunk.....................................................................1-8

1.5 Optional Features........................................................................1-8

1.6 Document Conventions............................................................. 1-10

1.7 Getting Help...............................................................................1-11

1.8 Related Manuals........................................................................1-12

CHAPTER 2 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS

2.1 SmartTrunk..................................................................................2-1

2.2 10BASE-T Network .....................................................................2-1

2.3 100BASE-TX Network.................................................................2-2

2.4 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network ..............................................2-2

CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION

3.1 Unpacking the 6H12X-08 ............................................................3-1

3.2 Installing 6H12X-08 Options........................................................3-2

3.3 Installing the 6H12X-08 into the 6C105 Chassis.........................3-3

3.4 Connecting to the Network.......................................................... 3-5

3.4.1 Connecting Fiber Optic Cables to Ports 1

Through 6 .......................................................................3-5

3.4.2 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the FE-100TX...3-8

3.4.3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the

FE-100FX and FE-100F3 .............................................3-10

3.5 Completing the Installation........................................................ 3-12

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CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING

4.1 Using LANVIEW...........................................................................4-1

4.2 FE-100TX LED.............................................................................4-5

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.................................5-3

5.3 Management Terminal Setup.......................................................5-4

5.3.1 Console Cable Connection..............................................5-4

5.3.2 Management Terminal Setup Parameters ......................5-6

5.3.3 Telnet Connections .........................................................5-7

5.3.4 Monitoring an Uninterruptible Power Supply...................5-7

5.4 Accessing Local Management.....................................................5-8

5.4.1 Navigating Local Management Screens........................5-10

5.4.2 Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items........5-12

5.4.3 Exiting Local Management Screens..............................5-12

5.5 The Main Menu Screen..............................................................5-14

5.6 Chassis Menu Screen................................................................5-15

5.7 Chassis Configuration Screen ...................................................5-17

5.7.1 Setting the IP Address...................................................5-20

5.7.2 Setting the Subnet Mask...............................................5-20

5.7.3 Setting the Chassis Date...............................................5-21

5.7.4 Setting the Chassis Time ..............................................5-22

5.7.5 Entering a New Screen Refresh Time...........................5-22

5.7.6 Setting the Screen Lockout Time..................................5-23

5.7.7 Setting the Operational Mode........................................5-23

5.8 SNMP Community Names Screen.............................................5-25

5.8.1 Establishing Community Names ...................................5-27

5.9 SNMP Traps Screen..................................................................5-28

5.9.1 Configuring the Trap Table............................................5-29

5.10 Chassis Environmental Screen..................................................5-30

5.11 Port Redirect Function Screen...................................................5-31

5.11.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries.............5-34

5.11.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports.......................5-34

5.12 Module Selection Screen...........................................................5-35

5.12.1 Selecting a Module........................................................5-37

5.13 Module Menu Screen.................................................................5-37

5.14 Module Configuration Menu Screen ..........................................5-38

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5.15 General Configuration Screen...................................................5-40

5.15.1 Setting the IP Address..................................................5-44

5.15.2 Setting the Subnet Mask............................................... 5-46

5.15.3 Setting the Default Gateway.........................................5-46

5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address.........................5-47

5.15.5 Setting the Module Date ...............................................5-48

5.15.6 Setting the Module Time...............................................5-48

5.15.7 Entering a New Screen Refresh Time ..........................5-49

5.15.8 Setting the Screen Lockout Time.................................. 5-50

5.15.9 Setting the Operational Mode.......................................5-50

5.15.10Setting the Management Mode.....................................5-51

5.15.11Configuring the COM Port ............................................5-52

5.15.11.1 Changing the Com Port Application............. 5-54

5.15.12Clearing NVRAM ..........................................................5-55

5.15.13Enabling/Disabling IP Fragmentation ...........................5-56

5.16 SNMP Community Names Screen............................................ 5-56

5.16.1 Establishing Community Names...................................5-58

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............................................................. 5-65

5.18.2 Setting the Age Time ....................................................5-65

5.18.3 Setting (Enabling or Disabling) the Port Status ............5-66

5.19 Ethernet Interface Configuration................................................5-66

5.19.1 Configuring an FE-100FX/F3 Interface or a Port 7

or 8 FE-100FX/F3 Interface..........................................5-69

5.19.2 Configuring an FE-100TX Interface..............................5-70

5.19.3 Setting the FE-100TX Operational Mode...................... 5-70

5.19.4 Setting the FE-100TX Advertised Ability....................... 5-70

5.20 Module Specific Configuration Menu.........................................5-71

5.21 System Resources Screen........................................................5-72

5.21.1 Setting the Reset Peak Utilization ................................5-74

5.22 Flash Download Screen ............................................................5-74

5.22.1 Image File Download Using TFTP................................5-76

5.22.2 Image File Download Using RUNTIME ........................5-77

5.22.3 Image File Download Using BootP...............................5-78

5.23 Port Redirect Function Screen ..................................................5-79

5.23.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries............. 5-81

5.23.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports....................... 5-81

5.24 Broadcast Suppression Screen................................................. 5-82

5.24.1 Setting the Threshold.................................................... 5-84

5.24.2 Setting the Reset Peak Switch .....................................5-84

5.25 Module Statistics Menu Screen.................................................5-84

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5.26 Switch Statistics Screen.............................................................5-86

5.26.1 Using the Clear Counters Command ............................5-87

5.27 Interface Statistics Screen .........................................................5-88

5.27.1 Displaying Interface Statistics .......................................5-91

5.27.2 Using the Clear Counters Command ............................5-91

5.28 RMON Statistics Screen ............................................................5-92

5.28.1 Displaying RMON Statistics ..........................................5-95

5.28.2 Using the Clear Counters Command ............................5-96

5.29 Network Tools............................................................................5-96

5.29.1 Built-In Commands........................................................5-98

5.29.2 Special Commands.....................................................5-106

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-2

A.6 Regulatory Compliance............................................................... A-3

APPENDIX B FE-100TX, FE-100FX AND FE-100F3

SPECIFICATIONS

B.1 FE-100TX.................................................................................... B-1

B.1.1 Auto-Negotiation............................................................. B-2

B.2 FE-100FX.................................................................................... B-3

B.3 FE-100F3.................................................................................... B-4

APPENDIX C OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS AND

MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS

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

SmartSwitch 6000 Modules User’s Guide.

6H128-08 and 6H129-08

This guide describes the 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 interface modules and provides information concerning network requirements, installation, troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management for these modules.

1.1 USING THIS GUIDE

Read through this guide completely to understand the features, capabilities, and Local Management functions of the 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 modules. 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

The 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 have identical features and functions with the exception that the 6H128-08 supports multimode ﬁber, and the 6H129-08 supports single mode ﬁber on their ﬁxed ports.

If the information discussed in this document applies to both the 6H128-08 and 6H129-08, they will be referred to as either the 6H12X-08 or the module. If the information applies speciﬁcally to one module, that module will be referred to by its speciﬁc name, such as the 6H129-08.

1.2 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE

This guide is organized as follows:

Chapter 1,

the features of the 6H12X-08, and provides instructions for getting additional help. This chapter also includes a list of technology and user guides that may help the user to set up and manage the 6H12X-08.

Chapter 2,

that must be met before installing the 6H12X-08 into the 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis.

6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 1-1

Introduction

, outlines the contents of this manual, describes

Network Requirements

, outlines the network requirements

Chapter 1:

Introduction

Chapter 3,

Installation

, provides instructions on how to install the

module in the chassis and connect segments to the device.

Chapter 4,

Troubleshooting

, details the 6H12X-08 LANVIEW LEDs

that enable quick diagnosis of network/operational problems.

Chapter 5,

Local Management

, describes how to access Local Management and use the Local Management screens to manage the 6H12X-08 and 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 cable types used with the FE-100FX and FE100-F3.

Appendix C,

Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings

, describes how to install optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and ho w to set the mode switches.

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6H12X-08 Overview

1.3 6H12X-08 OVERVIEW

The 6H12X-08 (the 6H128-08 is shown in Figure 1-1) is a Fast Ethernet interface module for the Cabletron Systems 6C105 chassis. The module has six switched ﬁber optic ports and two optional ports for Fast Ethernet Interface Modules.

The 6H128-08 has six multimode ﬁber optic 100BASE-FX switched ports using SC connectors, while the 6H129-08 has six single mode ﬁber optic 100BASE-FX switched ports also using SC connectors.

The 6H12X-08 supports IEEE 802.1D switching (bridging), Port Based VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q), and Cabletron Systems SecureFast Switching Virtual Netw ork technology. The 6H12X-08 is used to connect individual high-bandwidth user devices, such as workstations, and to provide a central switching point for multiple 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet segments.

1.3.1 Connectivity

The 6H12X-08 connects to Ethernet networks or workstations through six ﬁber optic ports with SC connections on the front panel. The 6H128-08 supports multimode ﬁber SC ports, and the 6H129-08 supports single mode ﬁber SC ports. The multimode ports are IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-FX compliant.

The 6H12X-08 has two front panel slots (ports 7 and 8) for optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules (FE-100TX, FE-100FX, and FE-100F3) to support an uplink to 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet backbones or a high speed connection to a local server using twisted pair, multimode or single mode ﬁber optic cabling.

1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet (FDSE)

Each switched Fast Ethernet port on the 6H12X-08 supports 100 Mbps operation and can be conﬁgured to operate in Full Duplex Switched Ethernet (FDSE) mode. FDSE allows each Fast Ethernet port to provide up to 200 Mbps of throughput.

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Introduction

FAST ENET

6H128-08

Reset Button

COM Port

CPU LED

Port Status LEDs

Network Ports 1-6

RESET

COM

CPU

1 2 3 4 5 6

Optional Fast Ethernet Module Ports 7 and 8

23640101

Figure 1-1 The 6H12X-08

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1.3.3 Runtime IP Address Discovery

This feature enables the 6H12X-08 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 6H12X-08 is connected to the network and powered up, Runtime IP Address Discovery (RAD) checks the 6H12X-08 for an IP address. If one has not been assigned (6H12X-08 IP address set to

0.0.0.0), RAD checks to see if any of the 6H12X-08 interfaces have a link. If so, RAD sends out Reverse Address Resolution Protocol (RARP) and BootP requests to obtain an IP address from a BootP or RARP server on the network.

The RAD requests start out at an interval of 1 second and doubles after every transmission until an interval of 300 seconds is reached. At this point, the interval remains at 300 seconds. The RAD requests continue until an IP address is received from a BootP or RARP server, or an IP address is entered using Local Management.

1.3.4 Management

Management of the 6H12X-08 is accomplished using Local Management tools or remote Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) management stations. In-band remote management is possible using any SNMP compliant Network Management Software. Out-of-band Local Management is provided through the RJ45 COM port on the front panel using a VT100 terminal, or a remote VT100 terminal emulator via a modem connection, and in-band via a Telnet connection.

Local Management provides the ability to manage the 6H12X-08 and any of the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules installed in ports 7 and 8 of the 6H12X-08.

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1.3.5 Remote Monitoring (RMON)

The 6H12X-08 supports all Ethernet RMON groups, which include Statistics, Alarms, Events and History. These groups are enabled on all ports by default.

Cabletron Systems RMON Actions is a vendor speciﬁc extension of RMON and provides the ability to set an “Action” on any SNMP MIB variable. The Action can be triggered by any RMON Event and/or Alarm. The Action can be, for example, to turn a MIB-2 interface off if a broadcast threshold is crossed.

1.3.6 Switching Options

The 6H12X-08 provides IEEE 802.1D switching, IEEE 802.1Q, or SecureFast Switching Virtual Network Services between all of the front panel interfaces including Fast Ethernet Interface Modules. SecureFast Switching and IEEE 802.1Q allow for migration to Virtual Network technologies without requiring the replacement of existing equipment.

1.3.7 Standards Compatibility

The 6H12X-08 meets 802.3u speciﬁcations, and provides IEEE 802.1D and DEC Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA) support to enhance the overall reliability of the network and protect against “loop” conditions. The 6H12X-08 supports a wide variety of industry standard MIBs including RFC 1213 (MIB II), RFC 1757 (RMON), RFC 1371 (RS232 MIB), 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.

1.3.8 Year 2000 Compliant

The 6H12X-08 has an internal clock that can maintain the time and date beyond the year 1999.

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Local Management Features

1.3.9 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs

The various conditions of the LANVIEW diagnostic LEDs serve as important troubleshooting aids. They provide an easy way to observe the transmit and receive status of individual ports and overall network operations such as system status, switching conﬁguration, and Fast Ethernet channel usage. Chapter 4 provides details about the 6H12X-08 LANVIEW LEDs.

1.4 LOCAL MANAGEMENT FEATURES

Local Management provides the tools that allow management of the 6H12X-08, any installed Fast Ethernet Interface Modules, and the 6C105 chassis, using SNMP compliant management tools.

1.4.1 Broadcast Suppression

Broadcast Suppression allows a user to set a desired limit of receive broadcast frames per port/per second to be forwarded out the other ports on the module up to the set limit. Any broadcast frames above this speciﬁed limit are dropped. In the event that broadcast frames are being suppressed, multicast and unicast frames continue to be switched.

1.4.2 Port Redirect Function

The port redirect function, also referred to as “Port Mirroring,” is a troubleshooting tool used to map trafﬁc from a single source port or multiple source ports to a destination port(s) within the chassis. This feature functions at the bit level, which allo ws all packets, including those with errors, to be copied and sent to an analyzer or RMON probe. The analyzer or RMON probe will see the data as if it is directly connected to the LAN segment of the source port(s).

1.4.3 Distributed Chassis Management

From a management perspective, the 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis can be viewed as a single entity with a single IP address. Its management functions are distributed to all modules. This means a single module in the chassis, such as the 6H12X-08, can be used to manage the entire chassis, and any other attached module through Local Management, SNMP, or Telnet applications.

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Introduction

1.4.4 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 physical links together to scale the backbone bandwidth beyond the limitations of a single link. All links are user-conﬁgurable so administrators can scale the backbone bandwidth by adding SmartTrunk links. The SmartTrunk beneﬁts are as follows:

•

All purchased bandwidth is used.

•

Distributed, resilient links increase reliability and performance.

•

Multiple technologies are supported within a single trunk for maximum ﬂexibility.

For more information about SmartTrunk, refer to the Cabletron Systems

SmartTrunk User’s Guide

1.5 OPTIONAL FEATURES

Options for the 6H12X-08 include Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to add additional interface capability.

Cabletron Systems provides Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to support uplinks to 100 Mbps Ethernet backbones or high speed connections to servers. The Fast Ethernet Interface Modules are listed in Table 1-1.

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Table 1-1 Fast Ethernet Interface Modules

P/N Description Application

Optional Features

FE-100TX

FE-100FX

FE-100F3

Uses RJ45 connector

Uses SC connector

Supports Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling, which has an impedance of 85 to 111 ohms.

Supports multimode ﬁber optic cabling.

Supports single mode ﬁber optic cabling.

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Introduction

1.6 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.

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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Getting Help

1.7 GETTING HELP

For additional support related to this device or document, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center:

World Wide Web http://www.cab letron.com/ Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@cabletron.com FTP ftp://ftp.cabletron.com/

To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@cabletron.com

Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message.

Before calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center, have the following information ready:

• Your Cabletron Systems service contract number

• A description of the failure

anonymous your email address

• A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem

(e.g., changing mode switches, rebooting the unit, etc.)

• The serial and revision numbers of all involved Cabletron Systems

products in the network

• A description of your network environment (layout, cable type, etc.)

• Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known)

• The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a

recurring problem, etc.)

• Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers

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1.8 RELATED MANUALS

The following manuals may help the user to setup and manage the 6H12X-08:

Cabletron Systems 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 Overview and Setup Guide Cabletron Systems Networking Guide Cabletron Systems Guide to Network Troubleshooting Cabletron Systems Local Management for CSX200, CSX400,

CSX400-DC, HSIM-W6, and HSIM-W84

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 Installation Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-W84 Installation 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 can be found on the VLAN Manager CD-ROM.

The documentation for the HSIM-W6 and HSIM-W84 can also be found on the QuickSET CD-ROM.

CHAPTER 2

NETWORK REQUIREMENTS

Before installing the 6H12X-08 or Fast Ethernet Interface Modules, 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

Guide

Cabletron Systems World Wide Web site: http://www.cabletron.com/

referred to in the following sections can be found on the

Cabling Guide

and

SmartTrunk User’s

2.1 SmartTrunk

To connect the 6H12X-08 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.

2.2 10BASE-T NETWORK

When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to an optional FE-100TX, 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.

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Chapter 2: Network Requirements

2.3 100BASE-TX NETWORK

The 6H12X-08, with an FE-100TX installed in ports 7 or 8, provides an RJ45 connection that supports 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 Fast Ethernet network requirements for the devices to operate at 100 Mbps. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.

NOTE

The 6H12X-08 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 adjust its speed accordingly. For details, see Appendix B. If operating at 100 Mbps, the cable must be Category 5 compliant with an impedance of 85 to 111 ohms.

2.4 100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC NETWORK

Ports 7 and 8 of the 6H12X-08 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.

NOTE

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.

The 6H128-08 has six ﬁxed SC ﬁber optic ports designed for use with multimode ﬁber. The 6H129-08 also has six ﬁxed SC ﬁber optic ports, but it is designed for use with single mode ﬁber optic cabling. Use of the wrong cab ling can cause network problems.

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 6H12X-08.

This chapter covers the required tools and instructions for installing the 6H12X-08 module into the 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis. Follow the order provided below to correctly install the 6H12X-08.

• Unpacking the 6H12X-08 (Section 3.1)

• Installing options (Section 3.2)

• Installing the 6H12X-08 into the 6C105 chassis (Section 3.3)

• Connecting to the network (Section 3.4)

• Completing the installation (Section 3.5)

3.1 UNPACKING THE 6H12X-08

To unpack the shipment, proceed as follows:

Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause damage to the 6H12X-08. Follow static safety handling rules

CAUTION

1. Open the box and remove the 6H12X-08 from the shipping box. Save

2. Verify the contents of the carton as listed in Table 3-1.

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and use 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.

all shipping material in case any items need to be returned.

Chapter 3: Installation

Table 3-1 Contents of 6H12X-08 Carton

Item Quantity

6H128-08 or 6H129-08

Manual Accessory Kit 1

3. Carefully remove the module, which is wrapped in a non-conductive

bag, from the shipping box.

4. Peel off the black and yellow tape seal on the non-conductive bag to

remove the module.

5. Remove the module from the non-conductive bag. Observe all

precautions listed on the non-conductive bag to prevent damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).

6. Perform a visual inspection of the module for any signs of physical

damage. If there are any signs of damage, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.7 for details.

3.2 INSTALLING 6H12X-08 OPTIONS

NOTE

Install any optional equipment before proceeding to

Section 3.3.

If installing the 6H12X-08 with an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module(s), refer to Appendix C for installation instructions.

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Installing the 6H12X-08 into the 6C105 Chassis

3.3 INSTALLING THE 6H12X-08 INTO THE 6C105 CHASSIS

Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause damage to the 6H12X-08. Follow static safety handling rules

CAUTION

The 6H12X-08 can be installed in any of the ﬁve slots that are av ailable in the 6C105 chassis. To install a module, proceed as follows:

1. Locate the antistatic wrist strap shipped with the 6C105 chassis.

2. Remove the blank panel covering the slot where the module will be

and use 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.

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.

installed. All other slots must remain covered to ensure proper circulation and cooling. (Save the blank plate in the event you need to remove the module.)

To prevent damaging the backplane connectors in the following step, ensure that the module slides in straight and properly

CAUTION

NOTE

engages the backplane connectors.

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.

3. 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. Ensure that the module slides in straight and properly engages the backplane connectors.

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Slot Number

Plastic Locking Tab

PS1

FAST ENET

6H128-08

RESET

COM

CPU

1 2 3 4 5 6

PS2

2159-01

2159-02

Metal Back-Panel

Circuit Card Card Guides

Plastic Locking Tab

Figure 3-1 Installing an Interface Module

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NOTICE

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

1.1 USING THIS GUIDE

1.2 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE

1.3 6H12X-08 OVERVIEW

1.3.1 Connectivity

1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet (FDSE)

1.3.3 Runtime IP Address Discovery

1.3.4 Management

1.3.5 Remote Monitoring (RMON)

1.3.6 Switching Options

1.3.7 Standards Compatibility

1.3.8 Year 2000 Compliant

1.3.9 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs

1.4 LOCAL MANAGEMENT FEATURES

1.4.1 Broadcast Suppression

1.4.2 Port Redirect Function

1.4.3 Distributed Chassis Management

1.4.4 SmartTrunk

1.5 OPTIONAL FEATURES

1.6 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS

1.7 GETTING HELP

1.8 RELATED MANUALS

NETWORK REQUIREMENTS

2.1 SmartTrunk

2.2 10BASE-T NETWORK

2.3 100BASE-TX NETWORK

2.4 100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC NETWORK

INSTALLATION

3.1 UNPACKING THE 6H12X-08

3.2 INSTALLING 6H12X-08 OPTIONS

3.3 INSTALLING THE 6H12X-08 INTO THE 6C105 CHASSIS