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Contents
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems
SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules User’s Guide
6E123-50 and 6E133-49 MicroLAN
. This guide
describes the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 interface modules and provides
information concerning network requirements, installation,
troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management.
1.1USING 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.
Unless noted differently, the inf ormation in this guide applies to
NOTE
both SmartSwitch 6000 interface modules, which are referred
to as either the “6E123-50 and 6E133-49” or the “modules”.
1.2STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1,
the features of the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49, provides instructions on
obtaining additional help and concludes with a list of related manuals.
Chapter 2,
to consider before installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 into the 6C105
SmartSwitch 6000 chassis.
Chapter 3,
modules in the chassis and connect cables to the devices.
Chapter 4,
LANVIEW LEDs that enable you to quickly diagnose
network/operational problems.
Introduction
, outlines the contents of this manual, describes
Network Requirements
Installation
Troubleshooting
, provides instructions on how to install the
, details the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49
, explains the network requirements
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Chapter 1:
Introduction
Chapter 5,
Local Management
, describes how to access Local
Management and use the Local Management screens to manage the
6E123-50, 6E133-49 modules 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 information
concerning cable types used with the FE-100FX and FE-100F3.
Appendix C,
Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings
,
describes how to install optional Fast Ethernet Interf ace Modules and how
to set the Mode Switches.
1.36E123-50 AND 6E133-49 OVERVIEW
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49, shown in Figure 1-1, are interface modules
for the Cabletron Systems 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis.
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 are high-speed network repeater/switch
devices that provide four Ethernet networks (MicroLANs ENET 1
through ENET 4), each consisting of 12 repeater ports that share a
bandwidth of 10 Mbps. Each Ethernet network supports IEEE 802.1D
switching (bridging), IEEE 802.1Q switching and Cabletron Systems
SecureFast Switching Virtual Network technology.
Ports 5 and 6 of the 6E123-50 support optional Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules and can provide uplinks to 100BASE-TX or 100BASE-FX Fast
Ethernet networks. The 6E133-49 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 switch each Ethernet network (ENET 1
through ENET 4) to one another and to the optional Fast Ethernet
Interface Modules of the 6E123-50 or an HSIM installed in the 6E133-49.
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Figure 1-1The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49
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Chapter 1:
Introduction
1.3.1Connectivity
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 connect to Ethernet networks or
workstations through 4 RJ21 ports on the front panel. These ports support
25-pair cable at lengths up to 100 meters. The ports are IEEE 802.3
10BASE-T compliant.
The 6E123-50 has two front panel slots (ports 5 and 6) for optional Fast
Ethernet Interface Modules to support an uplink to 100 Mbps Fast
Ethernet backbones or a high speed connection to a local server.
The 6E133-49 has one front panel slot for an optional High Speed
Interface Module to provide for additional connectivity to other high
speed networking technologies such as Asynchronous Transfer Mode
(ATM), Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI), and Wide Area
Networks (WANs).
1.3.2Full Duplex Switched Ethernet
The optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the 6E123-50 can be
configured to operate in Full Duplex Switched Ethernet mode, which
provides 200 Mbps of bandwidth.
1.3.3Management
Management of the 6E123-50, 6E133-49, 6C105 chassis and any optional
equipment (Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and HSIMs) 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.
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1.3.4Switching Options
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 provide 802.1D switching, 802.1Q
switching, or SecureFast Switching Virtual Netw ork 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.
1.3.5Standards Compatibility
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49
provide IEEE 802.1D Spanning T ree Algorithm (STA) support to enhance
the overall reliability of the network and protect against “loop”
conditions. The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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.
1.3.6LANVIEW 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 ov erall
network operations. Chapter 4 provides details about the 6E123-50 and
6E133-49 LANVIEW LEDs.
1.3.7Year 2000 Compliant
The 6E123-50, 6E133-49 and 6C105 chassis have an internal clock that
can maintain the current time and date beyond the year 1999.
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1.3.8Runtime 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 interval then
doubles after every transmission until an interval of 300 seconds is
reached. At this point, the interval remains at 300 seconds. The RAD
requests continue until an IP address is received from a RARP or BootP
server, or an IP address is entered using Local Management.
1.4LOCAL MANAGEMENT FEATURES
Local Management provides the tools that allow management of the
6E123-50 and 6E133-49, the Fast Ethernet Interface Modules, the High
Speed Interface Module (HSIM) and the 6C105 chassis. Local
Management for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 provides the features
described in Sections 1.4.1 through 1.4.5.
1.4.1Remote Monitoring (RMON)
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 support 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.
An example of an Action would be to turn off a MIB-2 interface if a
broadcast threshold is crossed.
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Local Management Features
1.4.2Broadcast 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.
1.4.3Port 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).
1.4.4SmartTrunk
SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Cabletron Systems’
terminology for load balancing or load sharing. SmartTrunk technology
provides an easy-to-implement mechanism to group, or aggregate,
multiple 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
.
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1.4.5Additional Local Management Functions
Local Management 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 6E123-50, 6E133-49
modules and 6C105 chassis.
•
Select a default gateway.
•
Control local and remote access.
•
Designate workstations to receive SNMP traps from the 6E133-49,
6E123-50, and 6C105 chassis.
•
Configure module specific SNMP MIB objects including the IETF
Bridge MIB objects.
Chapter 5 provides detailed information about Local Management of the
6E123-50 and 6E133-49, 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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Optional Features
1.5OPTIONAL FEATURES
Options for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 are Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules and High Speed Interface Modules to add remote uplink
capability.
Cabletron Systems offers Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the
6E123-50 to support uplinks to 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet backbones or
high speed connections to local servers. The Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules are listed in Table 1-1.
Table 1-1Fast Ethernet Interface Modules
P/NDescriptionApplication
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 offers High Speed Interface Modules for the 6E133-49
to provide for additional connectivity to other high speed networking
technologies such as Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM), Wide Area
Networks (WANs) and Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI). The
HSIMs available for the 6E133-49 are listed in the Release Notes.
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1.6DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used throughout this document:
Note
symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of
NOTE
TIP
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
1.7GETTING 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 mailsupport@cabletron.com
FTPftp://ftp.cabletron.com
Login
Password
To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the
Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following
email address: TechWriting@cabletron.com
Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message.
http://www .cabletron.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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1.8RELATED MANUALS
The following manuals may help to set up, control, and manage the
6E123-50 and 6E133-49:
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/
All documentation for the Cabletron Systems SecureF ast VLAN
NOTE
Manager software is contained on the VLAN Manager
CD-ROM.
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CHAPTER 2
NETWORK REQUIREMENTS
Before installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 or Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules (FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3), revie w 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.
The Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide and SmartTrunk User’s
NOTE
Guide, referred to in the following sections, can be found on
the Cabletron Systems W orld Wide W eb
site: http://www.cabletron.com/
2.1SmartTrunk
To connect the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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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2.210BASE-T NETWORK
When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to any of the 6E123-50 and
6E133-49 ports (ENET 1 through 4), 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.
2.3100BASE-TX NETWORK
The 6E123-50, with an FE-100TX installed in ports 5 or 6, provides an
RJ45 connection that supports UTP cabling. 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.
The 6E123-50 with an FE-100TX installed is capable of
NOTE
operating at either 10 or 100 Mbps. The FE-100TX
automatically senses the speed of the other device and adjusts
its speed accordingly.
2.4100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC NETWORK
Ports 5 and 6 of the 6E123-50 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 se gment
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 6E123-50 and
6E133-49.
This chapter covers the following items:
•Required tools (Section 3.1)
•Unpacking the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 (Section 3.2)
•Installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 in the 6C105 chassis
(Section 3.4)
•Connecting to the network (Section 3.5)
3.1REQUIRED T OOLS
A Phillips screwdriver is required to install the Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules in the 6E123-50.
3.2UNPACKING THE 6E123-50 AND 6E133-49
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 3-1Contents of 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 Carton
ItemQuantity
6E123-50 or 6E133-491
Release Notes1
RJ21 Angle Adapter 4
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3.3INSTALLING OPTIONS
Install any optional equipment before proceeding to
NOTE
Section 3.4.
If the 6E123-50 will 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 6E133-49 are located in the
associated user’s guide.
3.4INSTALLING THE 6E123-50 AND 6E133-49
INTO THE 6C105 CHASSIS
Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause
!
CAUTION
!
CAUTION
damage to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. Follow static safety
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.
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 can be installed in any of the 5 slots that are
available. To install a module, proceed as follows:
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 antistatic wrist 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 pre v ent damaging the backplane connectors in the f ollo wing
!
CAUTION
NOTE
step, take care that the module slides in straight and properly
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.
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
Plastic Locking Tab
1
2
3
45
Ethernet
6E133-49
CPU
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
3
3
PS1
E1 E3
COM
E2 E4
Link
Link
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
2
2
12
12
Link
Link
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
4
4
12
12
PS2
Metal Back-Panel
Figure 3-1Installing an Interface Module
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3.5CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK
This section provides the procedures for connecting UTP and fiber optic
segments from the network or other devices to the modules.
Ethernet segments 1 through 4 on the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 have four
RJ21 connectors for UTP connections. Ports 5 and 6 of the 6E123-50
support FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3 Fast Ethernet Interface
Modules. The FE-100TX has an RJ45 connector for a Twisted Pair 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 UTP connections to Ethernet segments 1
through 4 of the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49.
Refer to Section 3.5.2 to make a twisted pair connection to an FE-100TX.
Refer to Section 3.5.3 to make a fiber optic connection to an FE-100FX or
FE-100F3.
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3.5.1Connecting UTP Cables to the
6E123-50 and 6E133-49
When facing the front panel of the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49, the four
RJ21 connectors represent Ethernet MicroLAN networks 1 through 4 that
contain 12 ports each. All the RJ21 connectors have internal crossovers.
Connect a twisted pair segment to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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 3-2 or, if using the RJ21 angle adapter
supplied with the device, insert the RJ21 angle adapter as shown in
Figure 3-3. The RJ21 angle adapter allows the cable to be inserted
without interfering with the proper attachment of other connectors.
.
1
1
3
3
Screw Hole
Screw
1212
Link Status LEDs
Link
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
2
2
E
N
E
T
4
12
Link
1
E
N
E
T
4
12
Screw
Screw Hole
Figure 3-26E123-50 and 6E133-49 Twisted Pair Connection
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T
T
T
T
Clip
Clip
Screw
Screw
Screw Hole
Screw Hole
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
2
2
3
3
1212
Link
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
4
4
12
Link
Link Status LEDs
1
12
Figure 3-3Connection 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.
The cable pinouts for a 25-pair cable (RJ21) can be found in
NOTE
the Cabletron Systems
Cabling Guide
. Refer to Section 1.8, for
details on how to obtain this document.
4.If using the RJ21 angle adapter, plug the 25 pair cable into the adapter
until the two retaining clips, shown in Figure 3-3, snap into place.
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5.Verify that a link exists by checking that the port Link LEDs are on
(solid green). If the Link LEDs are off, perform the following steps
until they are 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 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 Cabletron Systems Global Call Center .
Refer to Section 1.7 for details.
6.Repeat steps 1 through 4, above, until all connections have been made.
3.5.2Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment
to the FE-100TX
An FE-100-TX installed in port 5 and/or 6 has an internal crossover
switch. When connecting a workstation, use a straight-through cable and
set the Fast Ethernet Interface Module crossover switch shown in
Figure 3-4 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 3-4 to the straight-through position,
marked with =.
If the wires do not cross over, use the switch on the FE-100TX to
internally cross over the RJ45 port. Figure 3-4 shows how to properly set
the FE-100TX crossover switch.
Position X
(crossed over)
Position =
(not crossed over)
1. RX+
2. RX-
3. TX+
4. NC
5. NC
6. TX-
7. NC
8. NC
Figure 3-4FE-100TX Crossover Switch
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FE-100TX
5. NC
6. RX-
7. NC
8. NC
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10
100
1. TX+
2. TX-
3. RX+
=
4. 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 3-4.
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 100BASE-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 Chapter 2.
e.Confirm that the crossover switch is in the correct position.
If a link is not established, contact Cabletron Systems Global Call Center .
Refer to Section 1.7 for details.
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3.5.3Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the
FE-100FX and FE-100F3
The FE-100FX and FE-100F3 have an SC style network port (see
Figure 3-5). 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.
NOTES
Fiber Optic Network Connection
An odd number of crossovers (preferably one) must be
maintained between devices so that the transmit port of one
device is connected to the receive port of the other device and
vice versa.
If the fiber optic cable being used has SC style connectors that
do not resemble MIC style connectors, or has SC connectors
on one end and a different type on the other, such as ST
connectors, ensure that the proper crossing over occurs.
To connect an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 to the network, perform the
following steps:
1.Remove the protective plastic covers from the fiber optic ports on the
applicable port on the module and from the ends of the connectors.
Leave the protective rubber covers in place when the
NOTE
connectors are not in use to prevent contamination.
The FE-100F3 uses Class 1 lasers. Do not use optical
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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.
Do not touch the ends of the fiber optic strands, and do not let
the ends come in contact with dust, dirt, or other contaminants.
Contamination of the ends causes problems in data
transmissions. If the ends become contaminated, blow the
surfaces with a canned duster. A fiber port cleaning swab
saturated with optical-grade isoprop yl alcohol may also be used
to clean the ends.
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2.Insert one end of the SC connector into the FE-100FX or FE-100F3
installed in the 6E123-50. See Figure 3-5.
3.At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the SC connector to the
other device.
FE-100FX
16
65
RX LED
Figure 3-5FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Port
TX LED
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:
The port RX LED flashes green and amber during bootup.
NOTE
a.Check that the power is turned on for the de vice at the other end of
the link.
b.Verify proper crossing over of fiber strands between the
applicable port on the 6E123-50 and the fiber optic device at the
other end of the fiber optic link segment.
c.Verify that the fiber connection meets the dB loss specifications
outlined in Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide.
If a Link has not been established, contact Cabletron Systems Global Call
Center. Refer to Section 1.7 for details.
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3.6COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION
After installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 and any optional Fast
Ethernet Interface Modules or HSIM as appropriate, the modules are now
ready to be set up through Local Management. Refer to Chapter 5 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
4.1USING LANVIEW
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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 the diagnosing of 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.
The terms flashing, blinking, and solid used in the LED
NOTE
definition tables of this chapter indicate the following:
Flashing indicates an irregular LED pulse.
Blinking indicates a steady LED pulse (50% on, 50% off).
Solid indicates a steady LED light. No pulsing.
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CPU LED
Ethernet
6E133-49
CPU
COM
Receive (RX)
Transmit (TX)
E1 E3
E2 E4
Ethernet Status LEDs
Link
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
2
2
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
3
3
12
Link
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
4
4
12
Port Link Status LEDs
Link
1
12
Port Link Status LEDs
Link
1
12
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Table 4-1LANVIEW LEDs
LEDColorStateRecommended Action
OffPower off.Power up chassis.
CPU
Ethernet
Status
(RX) of
ENET1–4
and ports
5 and 6 of
the
6E123-50
seconds indicating BPDUs
being sent if STA is enabled
and there is a valid link.
Ethernet
Status
(TX) of
ENET1–4
and ports
5 and 6 of
the
6E123-50
Port Link
Status
Green
Amber
Red
GreenSolid. Valid link.No action
OffNo linkRefer to Section 4.3.
Flashing. Indicates
activity. Rate indicates
data rate.
Blinking. Port in
standby, link.
Flashing. Indicates
collision rate.
Solid. Diagnostic
Failure.
No action.
Port may be disabled due to
Spanning Tree.
No action.
Contact the Cabletron
Systems Global Call Center
for assistance.
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4.2FE-100TX LED
The optional FE-100TX has one LED labeled 10/100. The 10/100 LED
together with the Receive LED allows the user to determine the Link
status and the operating speed of the Fast Ethernet Interface Module. The
10/100 LED and the Receive (RX) LED are shown in Figure 4-2.
Table 4-2 and Table 4-3 provide a functional description of the FE-100TX
LED when the RX LED is on or off, respectively.
10
LED
100
=
x
Receive
(RX) LED
FE-100TX
5
10
100
22
6
Figure 4-2FE-100TX LED
A link exists if the associated port (port 5 or 6) Receive (RX)
NOTE
LEDColorDescription
10/100
LED is on.
Table 4-2FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is On
OffFE-100TX is operating at 10 Mbps.
GreenFE-100TX is operating at 100 Mbps.
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No link exists if the associated port (port 5 or 6) Receive (RX)
NOTE
LEDColorDescription
10/100
LED is off.
Table 4-3FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is Off
No link or no cable attached. FE-100TX
Off
forced to 10 Mbps operation, or is
manually set to “auto-negotiate” mode.
FE-100TX LED
Green
No link or no cable attached. FE-100TX is
forced to 100 Mbps operation.
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4.3TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST
If the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 is not working properly, refer to Table 4-4
for a checklist of possible problems, causes, and recommended actions to
resolve the problem.
Table 4-4Troubleshooting Checklist
ProblemPossible CauseRecommended Action
All LEDs are OFF.
No Local
Management
Password screen.
Cannot contact the
6E123-50 and
6E133-49 from
in-band
management.
Loss of Power to the
6C105 chassis.
6E123-50 and 6E133-49
not properly installed.
Autobaud enabled.
Terminal setup is not
correct.
Improper console cable
pinouts.
Improper Community
Names Table.
6E123-50 or 6E133-49
does not have an IP
address.
Port is disabled.Enable port.
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 Section 5.16
for Community Names Table
setup.
Refer to Section 5.15.1 for IP
address assignment
procedure.
No link to device.Check link to device.
Port(s) goes into
standby for no
apparent reason.
User parameters (IP
address, Device and
Module name, etc.)
are lost when the
6E133-49 or
6E123-50 is
powered down or
the front panel
RESET button is
pressed.
6E133-49 or 6E123-50
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.
Review network design and
delete unnecessary loops.
Reenter the lost parameters
as necessary. Call the
Cabletron Systems Global
Call Center if problem
continues.
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4.4USING THE RESET BUTTON
The RESET button, located near the upper plastic locking tab of the
module, (refer to Figure 4-3) resets the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49
processor without affecting the NVRAM.
Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current
!
CAUTION
switching being performed by the module is halted. A module
downtime of up to two minutes will result from this action.
Ethernet
6E133-49
Reset Button
Figure 4-3RESET Button
To reset the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 processor, press and release the
RESET button. The module processor goes through a reset process of
approximately 20 seconds. Additional downtime 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
6E123-50 and 6E133-49 Local Management. It also explains how to use
the Local Management screens and commands.
The Local Management screens shown in this chapter are for
NOTE
5.1OVERVIEW
Local Management for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 consists of a series of
management screens that allow the management of the module, the
attached segments and the 6C105 chassis. The management screens allo w
the user to perform the following tasks:
the 6E123-50. The 6E133-49 shares most of the following
Local Management screens. All Local Management functions
specific to any of the interface modules are preceded b y a Note
to alert the reader.
•Manage any interface module in the chassis via a connection to a
single interface module.
•Assign IP addresses and subnet masks to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49
modules, and the 6C105 chassis.
•Control access to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 modules, 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 modules, 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 6E123-50 and
the HSIM of the 6E133-49.
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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
6E133-49 or 6E123-50.
•Remotely using a VT type terminal connected through a modem.
•In-band through a Telnet connection.
5.2LOCAL MANAGEMENT KEYBOARD
CONVENTIONS
All key names appear as capital letters in this manual. Table 5-1 explains
the keyboard conventions and the key functions that are used.
Table 5-1Keyboard Conventions
KeyFunction
ENTER Key
RETURN Key
ESCAPE (ESC) Key
SPACE bar
BACKSPACE Key
Arrow Keys
These are selection keys that perform the same
Local Management function. For example, “Press
ENTER” means that you can press either ENTER
or RETURN, unless this manual specifically
instructs you otherwise.
This key allows an escape from a Local
Management screen without saving changes. For
example, “Press ESC twice” means the ESC key
must be pressed quickly two times.
These keys cycle through selections in some Local
Management fields. Use the SPACE bar to cycle
forward through selections and use BACKSPACE
to cycle backward through selections.
These are navigation keys. Use the UP-ARROW,
DOWN-ARROW, LEFT-ARROW, and
RIGHT-ARROW keys to move the screen cursor.
For e xample , “Use the arrow keys” means to press
whichever arrow key moves the cursor to the
desired field on the Local Management screen.
[–] Key
DEL Key
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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. For e xample , “Press DEL”
means to press the Delete key.
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5.3MANAGEMENT T ERMINAL 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
5.3.1Console 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 as follows:
1.Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable (supplied in the
kit) to the COM port on the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49.
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
6E133-49
E1 E3
COM
E2 E4
CPU
Link
Link
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
2
2
12
12
RJ45 COM Port
1
2345
PS1
Ethernet
6E133-49
CPU
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
3
3
PS2
E1E3
COM
E2E4
Link
Link
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
2
2
12
12
Link
Link
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
4
4
12
12
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
1
1
Figure 5-1Management Terminal Connection
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PC Adapter
UTP Cable
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5.3.2Connecting an Uninterruptible Power Supply
If the 6C105 chassis is connected to an American Power Conversion
(APC) Uninterruptible Power Supply (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 P ort, pro vides
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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49
as follows:
1.Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the COM port
on the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49.
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
6E133-49
E1 E3
COM
E2 E4
CPU
Link
Link
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
1
1
1
E
E
N
N
E
E
T
T
2
2
12
12
COM Port
DB9 Port
1
2345
PS1
PS2
Ethernet
6E133-49
E1E3
COM
E2E4
CPU
Link
Link
1
1
E
E
E
E
N
N
N
N
E
E
E
E
T
T
T
T
1
2
1
2
12
12
Link
Link
1
1
E
E
E
E
N
N
N
N
E
E
E
E
T
T
T
T
4
3
4
3
12
12
UPS Device
RJ45-to-DB9
UPS Adapter
Figure 5-2Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
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5.3.3Management Terminal Setup Parameters
Table 5-2 lists the setup parameters for the local management terminal.
Table 5-2VT 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 ->
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 Transmit
No Auto Answerback
Keyboard Setup Menu
Keys ->
Auto Repeat ->
Keyclick ->
Margin Bell ->
Warning Bell ->
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5.3.4Telnet 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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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5.4ACCESSING LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Access to Local Management is controlled through the Password screen,
Figure 5-3. Whenever a connection is made to the 6E123-50 and
6E133-49 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 auto-senses the
baud rate of the terminal) until the 6C105 Local Management
Password screen, Figure 5-3, displays.
Event Message Line
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:
Figure 5-3Local Management Password Screen
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2.Enter the Password and press ENTER. The default Super-User access
password is “public” or press ENTER.
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The User’s password is one of the community names specified
NOTE
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 le vel 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.
5.4.1Navigating Local Management Screens
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 Local Management application consists of a
series of menu screens. Navigate through Local Management by selecting
items from the menu screens.
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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)
Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the product to verify
NOTE
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.
Select items on a menu screen by performing the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight a menu item.
2.Press ENTER. The selected menu item displays on the screen.
5.4.3Exiting Local Management Screens
There are two ways to exit 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.
The user can also exit Local Management screens by pressing
NOTE
ESC twice. This exit method does not warn about unsaved
changes and all unsaved changes will be lost.
3.Exit from 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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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5.5THE 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.
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Main Menu
CHASSIS
MODULES
EXIT
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Figure 5-7Main Menu Screen
The following explains each Main Menu screen item as shown in
Figure 5-7:
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.
5.6CHASSIS 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
EXIT
RETURN
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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 f an 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.
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5.7CHASSIS 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 ke ys to highlight the CHASSIS CONFIGURATION
menu item and pressing ENTER. The 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)
When a valid IP address is assigned, the Subnet Mask field
NOTE
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 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 6E123-50
and 6E133-49 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.
5.7.1Setting the IP Address
To set the IP address, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Address field.
2.Enter the IP address into this field using 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.
5.7.2Setting 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.
When a valid IP address is assigned, the Subnet Mask field
NOTE
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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5.7.3Setting 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.
It is not necessary to add separators between month, day, and
NOTE
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.
year numbers. For e xample , to set the date to 03/17/1997, type
“03171997” in the Chassis Date field.
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.
Upon saving the new chassis date, all interface modules
NOTE
installed in the chassis recognize the new value as the current
date.
5.7.4Setting 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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When entering the time in the system time field, separators
NOTE
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.
Upon saving the new chassis time, all interface modules
NOTE
installed in the chassis recognize the new value as the current
time.
5.7.5Entering 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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5.7.6Setting 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.
5.7.7Setting 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:
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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
WARNING!
NOYES
1666
Figure 5-10Operational 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.
If the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 have been set to 802.1Q
NOTE
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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5.8SNMP 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 v els
of security authorization (read-only, read-write, and super-user).
Super-User access gives the user full management privileges,
NOTE
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.
allows existing passwords to be changed, and all modifiable
MIB objects for the Cabletron Container MIB and Internet
MIB-II to be edited.
Event Message Line
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
SNMP Community Names
Community Name
public
public
public
EXIT
Access Policy
read-only
read-write
super-user
RETURNSAVE
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Figure 5-11SNMP 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.
5.8.1Establishing 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.
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Any community name assigned in the SNMP Community
NOTE
NOTE
Names screen is a password to its corresponding level of
access to Local Management. The community name assigned
Super-User access is the only one that gives the user complete
access to Local Management.
All passwords assigned in the 6C105 SNMP Community
Names screen allow access to both the 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 the
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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5.9SNMP 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 Chassis SNMP Traps screen displays.
Event Message Line
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Chassis SNMP Traps
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
Trap Community Name
public
public
public
public
public
public
public
public
EXIT
Enable Traps
[YES]
[YES]
[YES]
[YES]
[YES]
[YES]
[YES]
[YES]
RETURNSAVE
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Figure 5-12Chassis SNMP Traps Screen
The following explains each field of the SNMP Traps screen.
Trap Destination (Modifiable)
Indicates the IP address of the workstation to receive trap alarms. Up to
eight different destinations can be defined.
Trap Community Name (Modifiable)
Displays the Community Name included in the trap message sent to the
Network Management Station with the associated IP address.
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Enable Traps (Toggle)
Enables transmission of the traps to the network management station with
the associated IP address. This field toggles between YES and NO.
5.9.1Configuring the Trap Table
To configure the Trap table, proceed as follows:
1.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.
Exiting without saving causes a “NOT SAVED?” message to
NOTE
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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5.10CHASSIS 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 5-13Chassis 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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5.11PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION SCREEN
The Port Redirect Function screen may not be available
NOTE
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.
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.
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
6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
SourceDestinationRemap Errors
====================================
Module
1
1
1
2
2
3
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Module
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Port
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ON
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Status [ADD]
Errors [ON]
RETURN
RETURN
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SAVE
Source Port [1]
Source Module [1]
EXIT
Destination Port [1]
Destination Module [1]
NEXT
PREVIOUS
Figure 5-14Port 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.
Source Port [n] (Selectable)
Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a source port.
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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.
5.11.1Displaying 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.
5.11.2Changing 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.
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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.
If more than one module and port is to be redirected, repeat
NOTE
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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5.12MODULE 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
6E123-50
6E132-25
6E123-26
6E122-26
Serial #
123456789
123456789
123456789
123456789
EXIT
Hardware Revision
XXX
XXX
XXX
XXX
RETURN
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Figure 5-15Module 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 T ype
The Module Type field displays the type of interface module that is
installed in each slot.
Serial #
Indicates the serial number of the module. The serial number of the device
is necessary when calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center.
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Reflects the hardware version of the module.
5.12.1Selecting 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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5.13MODULE MENU SCREEN
The Local Management screens shown in this chapter are for
NOTE
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 Module Menu screens are the access point
for all Local Management screens for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49.
Figure 5-16 shows the 6E123-50 Module Menu screen.
the 6E123-50. The 6E133-49 shares most of the following
Local Management screens. All Local Management functions
specific to any interface module are preceded b y a note to alert
the reader.
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 6E123-50 and
6E133-49. The Module Specific Configuration Menu screen provides
access to the screens that allow the user to check 6E123-50 and 6E133-49
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 5.19.
MODULE STATISTICS
The Module Statistics screen provides statistics and performance
information for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. For details about this screen,
refer to Section 5.28.
NETWORK T OOLS
The Network Tools function resides on the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 and
consists of a series of commands that allow the user to access and manage
network devices. Section 5.33 explains how to use the Network Tools
utility.
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5.14MODULE 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 ports.
The following menu items on the Module Configuration Menu
NOTE
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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6E123-50 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
Module Configuration Menu
Module Type: 6E123-50
Slot Number:
X
GENERAL CONFIGURATION
SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES
SNMP TRAPS
SWITCH CONFIGURATION
SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION
MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION
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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. 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.
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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.
SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION
The SmartTrunk Configuration screen allows the user to logically group
interfaces to aggregate high speed uplinks. 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 6E123-50 and
6E133-49. For details, refer to Section 5.19.
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5.15GENERAL 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.
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 5-18General Configuration Screen
The following briefly explains each General Configuration screen field:
MAC Address (Read-Only)
Displays the base physical address of the module.
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IP Address (Modifiable)
This field allows the IP address to be set for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49.
To set the IP address, refer to Section 5.15.1.
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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. 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
6E123-50 and 6E133-49. 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 (Selectable)
This field allows the user to set the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 to operate as
an IEEE 802.1D 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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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
6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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.
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 av ailable 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.
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If the user is establishing a remote connection, such as a Telnet
NOTE
or SNMP connection, using the IP address of the module, the
chassis LM screens will not be availab le . To access the chassis
LM screens, the IP address of the chassis must be used to
establish the connection.
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 an y
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 (Toggle)
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 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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.
5.15.1Setting the IP Address
To set the IP address, perform the following steps:
If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned an IP address, it is not
NOTE
necessary to assign an IP address to the 6E123-50 and
6E133-49. 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
Figure 5-19Configuration Warning Screen
NO
174252
5.Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and Press ENTER.
The changes are saved and the module reboots.
5.15.2Setting the Subnet Mask
If the management workstation that is to receive SNMP traps from the
6E123-50 and 6E133-49 is located on a separate subnet, the subnet mask
for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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.
5.15.3Setting the Default Gateway
If the SNMP management station is located on a different IP subnet than
the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49, a default gateway must be specified. When
an SNMP Trap is generated, the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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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5.15.4Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address
If the network TFTP server is located on a different IP subnet than the
6E123-50 and 6E133-49, 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”.
5.15.5Setting 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:
If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned a chassis date, it is not
NOTE
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Module Date field.
2.Enter the date in an MM/DD/YYYY format.
necessary to assign a module date to the 6E123-50 and
6E133-49. All installed modules recognize the chassis date of
the 6C105.
It is not necessary to add separators between month, day, and
NOTE
year numbers. For e xample , to set the date to 03/17/1997, type
“03171997” in the Module Date field.
3.Press ENTER to set the system calendar to the date in the input field.
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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.
5.15.6Setting the Module Time
To set the module clock, perform the following steps:
If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned a chassis time, it is not
NOTE
necessary to assign a module time to the 6E123-50 and
6E133-49. 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.
When entering the time in the system time field, separators
NOTE
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.
5.15.7Entering a New Screen Refresh Time
The screen refresh time is set from 3 to 99 seconds with a default of 3
seconds. To set a new screen refresh time, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Refresh Time field.
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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.
5.15.8Setting the Screen Lockout Time
The screen lockout time can be set from 1 to 30 minutes with a default of
15 minutes. To set a new lockout time, perform the following steps:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Lockout Time field.
2.Enter a number from 1 to 30.
3.Press ENTER to set the lockout time in the input field.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of
the screen and press ENTER.
If the time entered is within the 1 to 30 minutes range, the 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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5.15.9Setting the Operational Mode
Before setting the operational mode, ensure that the items
!
CAUTION
contained in this caution are fully understood.
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.
Upon saving the new operational mode, the module will reboot.
NOTE
If the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 have been set to 802.1Q
SWITCHING, refer to your
configure the devices for this type of operation.
Port Based VLAN User’s Guide
to
If the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 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:
Upon saving the new Management Mode, the module will
NOTE
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Management Mode field:
reboot.
If the module will be set to STAND ALONE, 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.
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.
5.15.11 Configuring the COM Port
Before altering the COM port settings, ensure that a valid IP
!
CAUTION
The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 COM ports support the following
applications:
address is set for the module or chassis. (Refer to
Section 5.15.1, Setting the IP Address.) Read this entire
COM port configuration section before changing the settings of
the COM port.
Refer to the Release Notes included with the 6E123-50 and
NOTE
6E133-49 to verify which COM Port applications are currently
supported.
•Local Management connections
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•American Power Conversion Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
connections
To configure the COM port, proceed as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Com field.
Do NOT disable or alter the settings of the COM port while
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CAUTION
operating the current Local Management connection through a
terminal. Altering the COM port settings disconnects the Local
Management terminal from the port, and ends the Local
Management session.
2.Press the SPACE bar to choose either ENABLED or DISABLED.
The COM port must be ENABLED if it will be used for Local
Management or UPS applications. Select DISABLED if you wish to
disable the COM port for additional module security.
If the COM port is reconfigured without a valid IP address set
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CAUTION
on the module or chassis, the message shown in Figure 5-20
displays. Do not continue unless the outcome of the action is
fully understood.
WARNING
THE COM PORT HAS BEEN RECONFIGURED AND THERE IS NO IP
ADDRESS SET FOR THIS DEVICE. YOU WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE
TO MANAGE THIS BOARD. DO YOU STILL WISH TO RECONFIGURE
THIS COM PORT?
YES
Figure 5-20COM Port Warning Screen
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If the 6C105 chassis has been configured with a valid IP
NOTE
address this screen will not appear. When the chassis is
assigned a valid IP address all the interface modules installed
share this same address.
3.Use the arrow keys to highlight YES. Press ENTER.
4.If you ENABLED the port, proceed to Section 5.15.12. If you
DISABLED the port, use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the
bottom of the screen, then press ENTER. When the message “SAVED
OK” displays, the edits are saved.
Exiting without saving causes the message “NOT SAVED --
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CAUTION
PRESS SAVE T O KEEP CHANGES” to appear. Exiting without
saving causes all edits to be lost.
5.15.12 Changing the Com Port Application
After enabling the COM port as described in Section 5.15.11, you can
select one of the applications supported by the COM port: LM, and UPS.
The default application is LM.
To change the COM port application:
1.Use the arrows keys to highlight the Application field.
2.Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step through the available
settings until the operation you require appears. Table 5-3 lists the
available settings and their corresponding applications.
Table 5-3. COM Port Application Settings
SettingApplication
LMLocal Management Session
UPSAPC Power Supply SNMP Proxy
3.Press ENTER to accept the application.
4.Use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen, then
press the ENTER key.
5.When the message “SAVED OK” appears, the edits you made are
saved.
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When the COM port is configured to perform the UPS
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CAUTION
application, all future Local Management connections must be
made by establishing a Telnet connection to the module.
Ensure that the module has a valid IP address before saving
changes to the COM port application. If the module does not
have a valid IP address and the changes are saved, refer to
Appendix C for instructions on clearing NVRAM in order to
reestablish COM port communications.
5.15.13 Clearing NVRAM
Clearing NVRAM will result in the loss of all user-entered
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CAUTION
Clearing NVRAM allows the user to clear all user-entered parameters,
such as IP address and Community Names from NVRAM.
parameters. Do not proceed unless this procedure is
completely understood.
Clear NVRAM as follows:
1.Use the arrow keys to highlight the Clear NVRAM field.
2.Use the SPACE bar to toggle the field to YES.
3.Use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen.
4.Press ENTER. The warning shown in Figure 5-21 is displayed.
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