Cabletron Systems 9F106-01 User Manual

MMAC-Plus

™

9F106-01

Two Port FDDI Router

User’s Guide

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Notice

Notice

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

The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.

IN NO EVENT SHALL CABLETRON SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO LOST PROFITS) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS MANUAL OR THE INFORMATION
CONTAINED IN IT, EVEN IF CABLETRON SYSTEMS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF, KNOWN, OR
SHOULD HAVE KNOWN, THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

© Copyright August 1995 by:

Cabletron Systems, Inc.
35 Industrial Way
Rochester, NH 03867-5005

All Rights Reserved
Printed in the United States of America

Order Number: 9031521 Aug 1995

MMAC-Plus is a trademark of Cabletron Systems, Inc.
Cisco Systems is a trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc.
CompuServe is a registered trademark of CompuServe, Inc.

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Notice

FCC Notice

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

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital

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

WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this device which are not expressly approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

VCCI Notice

This equipment is in the 1st Class Category (information equipment to be used in commercial and/or
industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference
by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI) aimed at preventing radio interference in commercial
and/or industrial areas.

Consequently, when used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be
caused to radios and TV receivers, etc.

Read the instructions for correct handling.

Notice

DOC Notice

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

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

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Chapter 1 Introduction

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

Related Manuals............................................................................................................ 1-4

Getting Help ..................................................................................................................1-4

Chapter 2 Installing the MMAC-Plus Module

The Reset Switch ...........................................................................................................2-3

Local Management Console ........................................................................................2-3

Installing an FPIM......................................................................................................... 2-6

Contents

Chapter 3 Operation

Flexible Network Bus (FNB)........................................................................................ 3-2

System Management Buses .........................................................................................3-2

System Diagnostic Controller...................................................................................... 3-2

DC/DC Converter ........................................................................................................3-2

FNB Interface.................................................................................................................3-3

CPU ................................................................................................................................. 3-3

Chapter 4 LANVIEW LEDs

Chapter 5 Specifications

Safety............................................................................................................................... 5-1

Service............................................................................................................................. 5-1

Physical........................................................................................................................... 5-2

Dimensions ............................................................................................................. 5-2

Weight...................................................................................................................... 5-2

Environment........................................................................................................... 5-2

Appendix A FPIM Specifications

FPIM-00 .........................................................................................................................A-1

FPIM-02 and FPIM-04..................................................................................................A-2

FPIM-05 .........................................................................................................................A-3

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Introduction

The 9F106-01 module, shown in Figure 1-1, is a two port FDDI router. One front
panel network connection can be made to this module and routed to any other
MMAC-Plus module via the FNB bus.

Chapter 1

Features

Processor

The 9F106-01 is equipped with an advanced IDT R4600 Fourth Generation 64 bit
RISC microprocessor. This microprocessor provides a platform for all
management functions within a scalable RISC-based architecture.

System Management

The 9F106-01 provides an interface to the System Management Bus (SMB-1) for
intermodule management.

Connectivity

The 9F106-01 provides one dual attached FDDI interface using two standard
Cabletron FPIMs.

Routing

The 9F106-01 provides Routing between the front panel interface and/or to any
other module in the chassis via FNB -1 or FNB -2 of the FNB bus. IEEE 802.1d
Spanning Tree Protocol is supported in all bridging functions.

1-1

Introduction

Management Information Base (MIB) Support

The 9F106-01 module provides MIB support including the following:

• IETF FDDI MIB

• IETF MIB II

NOTE

For a complete list of supported MIBs, refer to the release notes provided in the
module package.

LANVIEW LEDs

The 9F106-01 uses LANVIEW: the Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic
and status monitoring system. With LANVIEW LEDs, you can quickly identify
the device, port, and physical layer status at a glance.

Hot Swapping

The 9F106-01 can be installed or removed from the chassis while the MMAC-Plus
is powered up without affecting the operation of the remaining modules in the
chassis.

1-2

FDDI

FNB

SMB

CPU

A
U
X

C
O
N

9F106-01

B

A

F
D
D
I

0

Features

0

FPIM 1

FPIM 1FPIM 1

MMAC PLUS

Figure 1-1. The 9F106-01 Module

1-3

Introduction

Related Manuals

The manuals listed below should be used to supplement the procedures and
technical data contained in this manual.

MMAC-Plus Installation Guide

MMAC-Plus Operations Guide

MMAC-Plus 9C300-1 Environmental Module User’s Guide

MMAC-Plus 9C214-1 AC Power Supply User’s Guide

Cisco Systems R4500 manuals - CRM-DOC or CRM-CDROM

Getting Help

If you need additional support with the MMAC-Plus, or if you have any
questions, comments or suggestions concerning this manual, feel free to contact
Cabletron Systems Technical Support:

By phone: [phone]

By CompuServe

By Internet mail: [e-mail]

By mail: Cabletron Systems, Inc.

®

: GO CTRON from any ! prompt

P.O. Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03867-0505

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Chapter 2

Installing the MMAC-Plus Module

The MMAC-Plus module may be installed into any of the 14 slots that are
available. To install, follow the steps below:

1. Remove the blank panel, covering the slot that the module is being mounted
in. All other slots must be covered, if modules are not being installed, to
ensure proper airflow and cooling.

2. Carefully remove the module from the shipping box. (Save the box and
packing materials in the event the module must be reshipped.)

3. Attach one end of the ESD wrist strap packaged with the MMAC-Plus chassis
to your wrist. Plug the other end into the ESD Wrist Strap Grounding
receptacle in the lower right corner of the MMAC-Plus Chassis shown in
Figure 1.

4. Remove the module from the plastic bag. Observe all precautions to prevent
damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).

5. Carefully examine the module, checking for damage. If any damage exists,
DO NOT install the module. Contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support
immediately.

6. Before installing the MMAC-Plus cards into the chassis, ensure that the
bottom and top plastic tabs are unlocked. Slide the card into an available slot
and ensure that the circuit card is between the card guides, as shown in
Figure 1. Check both the upper and lower tracks. Take care that the module
slides in straight and engages the backplane connectors properly. Lock down
the top and bottom plastic tabs at the same time, applying even pr

essure.

2-1

Installing the MMAC-Plus Module

Plastic Tabs

7

FLNK

8

FLNK

FLNK

10

RX

FLNK

INS

TX

11

RX

FLNK

INS

TX

12

RX

Metal Back-Panel

Ensure that the circuit card is between the card guides.

Figure 2-1. Installing the MMAC-Plus Module

Jack for ESD
wrist strap

Circuit Card

Card Guides

Warning:

Lock down the top and bottom plastic tabs

at the same time, applying even pressure.

2-2

The Reset Switch

SMB

CPU

The Reset switch is located on the front panel, under the top plastic tab, as shown
in Figure 2-2. It serves two functions:

• Pressing the Reset switch twice within three seconds causes the processor to
reset.

• Pressing and holding the switch on for three or more seconds causes the
module to shutdown. Pressing and holding again for three seconds restarts the
module.

SNMP management may be used to disable this switch to enhance module
security.

The Reset Switch

Reset Switch

Figure 2-2. The Reset Switch

Local Management Console

Local Management is accessed by attaching a management console at the RJ-45
CON port of the 9F106-01. The console connection supports a Digital Equipment
Corporation VT 320™ terminal or PC emulation of one of these terminals.

Table 2-1 lists the setup requirements for the local management console. If your
terminal is a Digital Equipment Corporation VT 320™ terminal, press F3 to access
the Setup Directory. If you have a terminal emulation of the Digital Equipment
terminals, refer to your equipment user manual for setup procedures.

2-3

Installing the MMAC-Plus Module

Table 2-1. Terminal Setup Requirements

Menu Function Selection

Display Columns 80 Columns
Setup: Controls Interpret Controls

General Mode 7 Bit Control
Setup:

Communications
Setup: Transmit Transmit = 9600

Auto Wrap No Auto Wrap
Text Cursor Cursor

Cursor Keys Normal Cursor

Keys

Receive Receive = Transmit
XOFF any option
Bits, Parity 8 Bits, No Parity
Stop Bit 1 Stop Bit
Local Echo No Local Echo
Port EIA Port, Data Leads

Only

DEC-423, Data

Leads only

Transmit any option
Auto Answerback No Auto Answerback

Keyboard Auto Repeat any option
Setup: Keyclick any option

Margin Bell Margin Bell
Warning Bell Warning Bell
Auto Answerback No Auto Answerback

2-4

Local Management Console

An RJ-45 connector provides a CON interface to the management terminal.
Figure 2-3 shows the pinouts.

Pin 1

RJ-45 CON PORT

RECEIVE

TRANSMIT

SIGNAL GROUND

DATA SET READY

DATA TERMINAL READY

CON PORT

RJ-45

TRANSMIT

RECEIVE

SIGNAL GROUND

DATA SET READY

DATA TERMINAL READY

Figure 2-3. Console Cable Pinouts

RJ-45 TO 25 PIN

4
1

5

2
6

1

4
5
2
6

RJ-45 TO 9 PIN

CABLE

CABLE

FEMALE - 25 Pin

"D" Shell Connector

2

TRANSMIT

RECEIVE

3

7

SIGNAL GROUND

20 DATA TERMINAL READY

CLEAR TO SEND

5

LOCAL MANAGENT

CONSOLE

RECEIVE

2

TRANSMIT

3

SIGNAL GROUND

5

READY TO SEND

7
8

CLEAR TO SEND

FEMALE - DB-9

(9-Pin Connector)

Connect the console to the module as follows:

1. Attach the male RJ-45 connector to the CON port of the 9F106-01.

2. Attach the female end (25-pin or 9-pin, as applicable) to the terminal.

Refer to the Cisco Systems documentation for information on configuring this
module.

2-5

Installing the MMAC-Plus Module

Installing an FPIM

The 9F106-01 module is shipped without FPIMs. To install an FPIM, follow the
procedure below:

1. Remove the module if it is installed in the MMAC-Plus chassis.

2. Remove the blank front cover over the FPIM slot.

3. Install the FPIM as shown in Figure 2-4. Ensure that the rear connector is
seated firmly before tightening the two mounting screws.

2-6

Figure 2-4. Installing an FPIM

Operation

The 9F106-01 FDDI module is a two port router for the MMAC-Plus. One front
panel network connection can be made to this module and routed to any other
MMAC-Plus module via the FNB bus.

Chapter 3

DC/DC

Converter

A

DAS

Interface

B

Figure 3-1. 9F106-01 Block Diagram

System

Diagnostic
Controller

CPU

Front Panel CON Ports

SMB-1

FNB-1 or

FNB-2

3-1

Operation

Flexible Network Bus (FNB)

The FNB consists of two dual FDDI networks, the FNB-1 and FNB-2, providing
up to 400 Mbps of data bandwidth. These FDDI networks are 100% ANSI FDDI­compliant, supporting SMT (version 7.3), MAC, PHY, and PMD standards. This
allows the FNB to traverse multiple MMAC-Plus hubs, or connect to any ANSI
FDDI-compliant device, through standard A/B port connections.

System Management Buses

The SMB-1 is a 1 Mbps management bus located within the MMAC-Plus. This bus
is utilized by all diagnostic controllers in the system. These include connectivity
modules, power supply modules, and the environmental module. The SMB-1
transports inter-chassis information between system components, such as power
and environmental information, as well as diagnostic messages. Periodic
loop-back tests are performed by all modules that share this bus to ensure the
validity of SMB-1.

System Diagnostic Controller

This diagnostic controller is composed of a Z-80 microprocessor and its
supporting logic. The diagnostic controller is designed to control the power-up
sequencing of modules, monitor the 9F106-01 input and output power
parameters, keep watch over the main host processor, as well as monitor the
temperature and control the SMB LANVIEW diagnostic LED. The information
gathered by the diagnostic controller is available to the network manager via
local/remote management and the LCD located on the Environmental Module.
The 9F106-01 have been designed so that in the event of a diagnostic controller
fault, the modules will continue to function.

DC/DC Converter

The DC/DC converter converts the 48 VDC on the system power bus to the
necessary operating voltages for its host network services module. The diagnostic
controller controls the operation of the DC/DC converter.

3-2

FNB Interface

MMAC-Plus modules are designed with one of two attachment policies. One
allows dual attachment of a module to either FNB-1 or FNB-2; the second allows
dual attachment to both FNB-1 and FNB-2. The 9F106-01 has one dual attachment
to the FNB backplane, connecting to either FNB-1 or FNB-2. The module can
insert into the FNB or bypass it. These flexible configuration options make the
MMAC-Plus ideal for networks designed to Bridge/Route multiple lower speed
LANs to FDDI and/or networks designed using an FDDI collapsed backbone.

CPU

The CPU provides all forwarding/filtering decisions, the SNMP protocol stacks,
as well as support for industry standard MIBs.

FNB Interface

3-3

LANVIEW LEDs

FDDI

FNB

SMB

CPU

A
U
X

C
O
N

9F106-01

The front panel LANVIEW LEDs, shown in Figure 4-1, indicate the status of the
module and may be used as an aid in troubleshooting.

Chapter 4

FDDI Transmit

FDDI Receive

Figure 4-1. LANVIEW LEDs

System Status

FNB Receive

FNB Transmit

4-1

LANVIEW LEDs

The functions of the System Management Bus (SMB) and CPU LEDs are listed in
Table 4-1.

Table 4-1. SMB and CPU LEDs

LED Color

Green Functional Fully operational.

Yellow (Flashing) Crippled Conditional FDDI fault *.

Yellow Booting Booting.

Red Reset Normal power-up reset.

Red (Flashing) Failed FDDI Fault (FNB is down).

Off Power off Module powered off.

* Front Panel FDDI down.

The function of the FNB Receive LED is listed in Table 4-2.

LED Color

Yellow (Flashing) Activity (Flashing rate indicates rate of activity).

Off No activity

State Description

Table 4-2. FNB Receive LED

State

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The function of the FNB Transmit LED is listed in Table 4-3.

Table 4-3. FNB Transmit LED

LED Color

Green (Flashing) Activity (Flashing rate indicates rate of activity).

Off No activity

State

The function of the FDDI Receive LED is listed in Table 4-4.

Table 4-4. FDDI Receive LED

LANVIEW LEDs

LED Color

Yellow (Flashing) Activity (Flashing rate indicates rate of activity).

Off No activity

The Function of the FDDI Transmit LED is listed in Table 4-5.

Table 4-5. FDDI Transmit LED

LED Color

Green (Flashing) Activity (Flashing rate indicates rate of activity).

Off No activity

State

State

4-3

Specifications

Safety

Chapter 5

CAUTION

Service

It is the responsibility of the person who sells the system to which the module will

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be a part to ensure that the total system meets allowed limits of conducted and
radiated emissions.

This equipment meets the following safety requirements:

• UL 1950

• CSA C22.2 No. 950

• EN 60950

• IEC 950

• EMI Requirements of FCC Part 15 Class A

• EN 55022 Class A

• VCCI Class I

• EMC the following requirements:

EN 50082-1
IEC 801-2 ESD
IEC 801-3 Radiated susceptibility
IEC 801-4 EFT

MTBF (MHBK-217E): >200,000 hrs.

MTTR: <0.5 hr.

5-1

Specifications

Physical

Dimensions

Weight

Environment

35.0 D x 44.0 H x 3.0 W centimeters

(13.8 D x 17.4 H x 1.2 W inches)

Unit: 1.36 kg. (3 lb)
Shipping: 1.81 kg. (4 lb)

Operating Temperature 5 to 40
Storage Temperature -30 to 90
Relative Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing

°

C

°

C

5-2

FPIM Specifications

This MMAC-Plus module uses Fiber Port Interface Modules (FPIM) to provide
front panel cable connections. The FPIMs are user-installable. See the section
titled Installing an FPIM on page 2-6.

Appendix A

FPIM-00

The FPIM-00 has a MIC style connector supporting a multimode fiber connection.
The specifications are listed in Table A-1.

Table A-1. FPIM-00 Specifications

Parameter Typical Value

Receive
Sensitivity

Peak Input
Power

-30.5 dBm -28.0 dBm — —

-7.6 dBm -8.2 dBm — —

Worst

Case

Worst Case

Budget

Typical
Budget

A-1

FPIM Specifications

Transmitter power parameters are listed in Table A-2.

Table A-2. Transmitter Power Parameters

Parameter Typical Value

50/125 µm
fiber

62.5/125 µm
fiber

100/140 µm
fiber

Error Rate Better than 10

The link distance is up to 2 kilometers on the multimode fiber-optic cable as
specified by ANSI MMF-PMD.

FPIM-02 and FPIM-04

The FPIM-02 has an RJ-45 connector supporting an Unshielded Twisted Pair
(UTP) connection. The FPIM-04 has an RJ-45 connector supporting a Shielded
Twisted Pair (STP) connection. The pinouts for both are listed in Table A-3.

Worst

Case

-13.0 dBm -15.0 dBm 13.0 dB 17.5 dB

-10.0 dBm -12.0 dBm 16.0 dB 20.5 dB

-7.0 dBm -9.0 dBm 19.0 dB 23.5 dB

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Worst Case

Budget

Typical
Budget

A-2

Table A-3. FPIM-04 Pinouts

Pin Number Represents Pin Number Represents

1 Transmit+ 5 NA

2 Transmit- 6 NA

3 NA 7 Receive+

4 NA 8 Receive-

The link distance is up to 100 meters on unshielded twisted pair cable as specified
by ANSI TP-PMD.

FPIM-05

FPIM-05

The FPIM-05 has a MIC style connector supporting a Single-mode fiber
connection. The specifications are listed in Table A-4.

Table A-4. FPIM-05 Specifications

Parameter Typical Minimum Maximum

Transmitter Peak Wave
Length

Spectral Width 60 nm - 100 nm
Rise Time 3.0 nsec 2.7 nsec 5.0 nsec
Fall Time 2.5 nsec 2.2 nsec 5.0 nsec
Duty Cycle 50.1% 49.6% 50.7%
Bit Error Rate Better than 10

The link distance is up to 40 kilometers (max) and 25 kilometers (typical) on
single mode fiber-optic cable as specified by ANSI SMF-PMD.

1300 nm 1270 nm 1330 nm

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