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INSTALLATION GUIDE for
F3019, F3059, F3069, F3079,
F7019, F7059, F7069, and F7079
FDDI AD APTERS
Desktop Network Interface Products
C A B L E T R O N
S Y S T E M S,
I N C.
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P/N 9030826-01 December 1993
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that the Licensed Software, prior to installing it, is virus-free with
an anti-virus system in which you have confidence. Cabletron
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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.
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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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS
The F3079 and F7079 are Class 1 Laser Products
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
The F3079 and F7079 adapters use Class 1 Laser
transceivers. Read the following safety information
before installing or operating these adapters.
The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to
maintain Class 1 operation limits. This control loop eliminates the
need for maintenance checks or adjustments. The output is factory
set, and does not allow any user adjustment. Class 1 Laser
transceivers comply with the following safety standards:
• 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services (FDA).
• IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnical
Commission).
• CENELEC EN 60825 (European Committee for
Electrotechnical Standardization).
When operating within their performance limitations, laser
transceiver output meets the Class 1 accessible emission limit of all
three standards. Class 1 levels of laser radiation are not considered
hazardous.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS
Laser Radiation and Connectors
When the connector is in place, all laser radiation remains within
the fiber. The maximum amount of radiant power exiting the fiber
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(under normal conditions) is -12.6 dBm or 55 x 10
Removing the optical connector from the transceiver allows laser
radiation to emit directly from the optical port. The maximum
radiance from the optical port (under worst case conditions) is
-2
0.8 W cm
or 8 x 103 W m2 sr-1.
watts.
Do not use optical instruments to view the laser output. The use
of optical instruments to view laser output increases eye hazard.
When viewing the output optical port, power must be removed
from the network adapter.
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Using This Manual ................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Getting Help .............................................................................. 1-2
1.3 FDDI Adapter Features............................................................ 1-3
1.3.1 Connectivity ................................................................. 1-3
1.3.2 Software......................................................................... 1-5
1.3.3 Statistics......................................................................... 1-5
®
1.3.4 LANVIEW
1.3.5 Technical Specifications .............................................. 1-6
1.4 Technology Overview .............................................................. 1-8
1.4.1 100 Megabit/Second FDDI Over Copper ................ 1-8
LEDs........................................................ 1-5
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLING THE ADAPTERS
2.1 Hardware Requirements.......................................................... 2-1
2.2 Unpacking the Adapters.......................................................... 2-1
2.3 Preparing the Adapters............................................................ 2-2
2.4 Installing the Adapters............................................................. 2-2
2.4.1 Installing the F30XX Model Adapters....................... 2-3
2.4.2 Copying the ADF File.................................................. 2-5
2.4.3 Installing the F70XX Model Adapters....................... 2-6
2.5 LANVIEW LEDs....................................................................... 2-7
2.5.1 Using LANVIEW LEDs .............................................. 2-8
2.6 Loading Network Software..................................................... 2-9
2.7 Troubleshooting Checklist for Adapters................................ 2-9
CHAPTER 3 NETWORK CONNECTIONS
3.1 Optical Fiber Connections ....................................................... 3-1
3.1.1 Twisted Pair FDDI Connections ................................ 3-2
3.2 Checking Network Connections............................................. 3-3
3.2.1 Network Requirements/Specifications.................... 3-3
3.2.2 FDDI Station Configurations ..................................... 3-4
3.3 Implementing a Dual Attach Station ..................................... 3-6
3.3.1 Installing a Daughter Board....................................... 3-7
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APPENDIX A FDDI MEDIA SPECIFICATIONS
A.1 Multimode Fiber Optics ..........................................................A-1
A.2 Multimode Fiber Optic Interface............................................A-2
A.3 Single Mode Fiber Optics ........................................................A-3
A.3.1 Twisted Pair for FDDI Over Copper ........................A-4
INDEX
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
The Cabletron Systems Installation Guide for F3019, F3059, F3069,
F3079, and F7019, F7059, F7069, and F7079 FDDI Adapters is a
simple installation and reference guide for the Cabletron Systems
Micro Channel and EISA architecture compatible FDDI network
adapters. The FDDI network adapters connect your Micro Channel
or EISA Bus compatible computer to a dual ring Fiber Distributed
Data Interface network employing Multimode Fiber, Single Mode
Fiber, or 100 Megabit FDDI Over Copper technologies.
You should read through this manual to gain a full understanding
of the capabilities of the Cabletron Systems FDDI network
adapters.
1.1 USING THIS MANUAL
This manual is structured so that you can follow sequential
chapters as you install and test the Cabletron FDDI network
adapters.
Chapter 1,
Introduction
, discusses the capabilities of the Cabletron
Systems FDDI network adapters. A Technology Overview explains
briefly the technology of transmission of FDDI Over Copper
twisted pair wire.
Chapter 2,
Installing the Adapters
, contains instructions for
installing the network adapters in a Micro Channel or EISA Bus
compatible computer.
Chapter 3,
Network Connections
, provides instructions for
connecting the network adapter to the FDDI network.
Appendix A,
FDDI Media Specifications
for Multimode Fiber cable, Single Mode Fiber cable, and FDDI
Over Copper twisted pair media.
, lists the specifications
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1.2 GETTING HELP
If you need additional support related to the network adapters, or
if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning
this manual, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. Before
calling Cabletron Technical Support, please have the following
information available for use by the Cabletron Technical Support
personnel who will assist you.
• The network adapter type and Serial Number (i.e., F3069 or
F7069, 1234567).
• The software version that appears on the front of the installer
diskette(s).
• Your computer name and model number.
• The operating system and version number that you are using
(i.e., MS-DOS Version 5.0, OS/2 Version 2.0, etc.).
• The make and model of any other add-in cards in your system
and the version number of any associated software.
You can contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support by:
Phone: (603) 332-9400
FAX: (603) 337-2444 Specify Document No. 1101 (listing of
latest driver releases, sample configurations, and key-words)
BBS: 603-335-3358 (4 lines available)
Cabletron Technical Support can also be reached over the Internet
by sending email to:
available for anonymous FTP download from
IP address (134.141.197.25)
support@ctron.com
. CompuServe subscribers can contact
. Network drivers are also
ctron.com at
Cabletron Technical Support through the Cabletron Forum by
entering:
GO CTRON
at any ! prompt.
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1.3 FDDI ADAPTER FEATURES
This section outlines the features of the FDDI network adapters.
Adapters with a model number beginning with F30 are Micro
Channel compatible adapters. Adapters with a model number
beginning with F70 are EISA architecture compatible adapters.
Table 1-1, below shows the FDDI adapter types and variations.
Table 1-1. Adapter Types and Media
Adapter Type Bus Interface Media
F3019 Micro Channel FDDI Over Copper
(unshielded twisted pair)
F3059 Micro Channel FDDI Over Copper
(shielded twisted pair)
F3069 Micro Channel FDDI (Multimode Fiber)
F3079 Micro Channel FDDI (Single Mode Fiber)
Adapter Type Bus Interface Media
F7019 EISA Bus FDDI Over Copper
(unshielded twisted pair)
F7059 EISA Bus FDDI Over Copper
(shielded twisted pair)
F7069 EISA Bus FDDI (Multimode Fiber)
F7079 EISA Bus FDDI (Single Mode Fiber)
1.3.1 Connectivity
F3019
The Cabletron Systems F3019 FDDI adapter connects your Micro
Channel compatible computer to an FDDI Over Copper 100
Megabit unshielded twisted pair network.
F3059
The Cabletron Systems F3059 FDDI adapter has the same
characteristics as the F3019 above, except that it is configured for
shielded twisted pair cable.
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F7019
The Cabletron Systems F7019 FDDI adapter connects your EISA
Bus compatible computer to an FDDI Over Copper 100 Megabit
unshielded twisted pair network.
F7059
The Cabletron Systems F7059 FDDI adapter has the same
characteristics as the F7019 above, except that it is configured for
shielded twisted pair cable.
F3069
The Cabletron Systems F3069 FDDI adapter connects your Micro
Channel Bus compatible computer to an ANSI Standard X3T9.5
Fiber Distributed Data Interface network.
F7069
The Cabletron Systems F7069 FDDI adapter connects your EISA
Bus compatible computer to an ANSI Standard X3T9.5 Multimode
Fiber Distributed Data Interface network.
F3079
The Cabletron Systems F3079 FDDI adapter connects your Micro
Channel compatible computer to an ANSI Standard Single Mode
Fiber Distributed Data Interface network.
F7079
The Cabletron Systems F7079 FDDI adapter connects your EISA
Bus compatible computer to an ANSI Standard Single Mode Fiber
Distributed Data Interface network.
The F3069, F3079, F7069, and F7079 adapters use industry standard
Type S dual fiber FDDI connectors.
The F3019 , F3059, F7019, and F7059 FDDI Over Copper adapters
use the industry standard RJ-45 connectors (for unshielded and
shielded twisted pair wire). All of the adapters can be configured
as Single Attached Stations (SAS), or Dual Attach Stations (DAS),
as defined in the ANSI X3T9.5 specification.
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1.3.2 Software
Software drivers for various operating systems are supplied by
Cabletron on floppy diskette media. The drivers support industry
standard ANSI X3T9.5 FDDI Protocol. The
Installation Guide
, which accompanies the Cabletron software
Network Software
diskette, explains how to run diagnostics, and load and configure
the various network drivers supplied by Cabletron.
1.3.3 Statistics
Statistics can be gathered for the network adapter either from the
computer the adapter is installed in, or from another workstation
®
utilizing Cabletron Systems’ Remote LANVIEW
for Windows,
Remote LANVIEW for SunNet Manager®, or SPECTRUM®.
Through this software, you can gather statistics on the adapter’s
activity on the FDDI network. For further information on
gathering network adapter statistics from another workstation,
refer to the appropriate network management manual.
1.3.4 LANVIEW® LEDs
The FDDI network adapters incorporate Cabletron’s LANVIEW
®
LEDs. LANVIEW LEDs indicate receive and transmit data, show
the status of the FDDI link, and indicate adapter error conditions.
The LEDs help you diagnose problems, such as a failure to
establish a link between the adapter and an active FDDI device at
the other end of the network segment.
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1.3.5 Technical Specifications
• System Interface (All F30xx Models) Fully compatible
with all computers that support 32-bit
MicroChannel Bus architecture.
(All F70xx Models) Fully compatible
with all computers that support the
EISA (Extended Industry Standard
Architecture) Bus.
• FDDI Hardware Motorola FDDI Chipset.
• Data Transfer 32-bit bus master, supports burst
mode transfers on compatible
machines.
• Buffer Memory One megabyte.
• LED Indicators Processor LED (Red) - flash rate
indicates processor status
1 flash/sec for 30 sec - Processor OK
steady red - Adapter Failure
Transmit (Green) FDDI Output
Receive (Yellow) FDDI Input
Link Status (Bicolor LED)
Red - No Connection
Green - Link Valid
Unlit - Signal Detect, No Link
• Diagnostics Power-on diagnostics provide
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functional tests of adapter hardware at
power up. Status reported by LEDs
described above.
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• Station Mgmt On-board RAM memory is downloaded
with new version of SMT microcode when
driver loads.
• Processor Motorola 68ec020 CPU.
• Cable Length (Multimode Fiber) 2km (1.2 miles) between
µ
stations using 62.5/125
m graded index
fiber cable.
(Single Mode Fiber) 40km (24 miles)
µ
between stations using 8.7
m/125 µm
graded index fiber cable.
(FDDI Over Copper) 100 meters using
shielded or unshielded twisted pair cable.
• Netwk Interface Multimode -, Single Mode - Fiber, Type S,
FDDI Media Interface Connector.
Connectors are keyed for Single Attached
Station. Dual Attach Station (Dual Homing
configuration) implemented through a
“daughter board” connection.
FDDI Over Copper - uses industry standard
RJ-45 twisted pair connectors. The Dual
Attach Station (Dual Homing configuration)
is implemented through the use of a
“daughter board.”
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1.4 TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
1.4.1 100 Megabit/Second FDDI Over Copper
The migration of FDDI fiber optic technology to twisted pair
copper wire began with the desire to utilize inexpensive, and
previously installed twisted pair cable as a replacement for more
expensive vendor-specific media.
There are many benefits to be gained from operating FDDI
technology on twisted pair cable: increased bandwidth,
elimination of rewiring costs, reduced cost of new installations,
and simpler and less expensive transceivers.
In pursuit of these goals, Cabletron Systems is participating in the
standards process with the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI), creating a draft standard for the transmission of 100 Mb/s
FDDI data over twisted pair copper wire. The new standards,
Twisted Pair - Physical Media Dependent (
Twisted Pair - Physical Media Dependent (
TP-PMD
STP-PMD
) and Shielded
) define the
minimum performance requirements for both shielded and
unshielded twisted pair cable. The guidelines for the new standard
are set forth below:
• Transmit distance of 100 meters for both UTP and STP cable.
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• The same Bit Error Rate as FDDI over fiber cable (2 x 10
).
• FCC Class A (commercial) certification.
• European EN55022 Class A (commercial) certification.
• UTP - Category 5 cable (as specified in EIA/TIA TSB-36).
• STP - Type 1, individually and overall shielded, 150 ohm cable.
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Some vendors are manufacturing STP-only products based on an
earlier proposal rejected by ANSI (the “Green Book Proposal”).
These products are proprietary and non-standard, and ANSI does
not recognize or support them.
The ANSI EIA/TIA 586 document was completed in 1991 and laid
the foundation for cable plants supporting data rates of 100
Megabits per second. This document specifies that MultiMode
fiber be installed for vertical riser applications and horizontal
distances greater than 100 meters.
Category 5 UTP cable is specified for desktop wiring distances up
to 100 meters and data rates up to 100 Mb/s. Two Technical System
Bulletins (TSB) were issued by EIA/TIA after ANSI EIA/TIA 586.
TSB-36 classifies UTP cables into categories 3, 4, and 5, and
provides characteristic and performance values at particular data
rates. TS8-40 classifies connector hardware (punch-down blocks,
patch panels, wall jacks, etc.) into categories 3, 4, and 5, and also
provides characteristic and performance values at particular data
rates.
Anyone considering installing a new cable plant should consult all
three documents. They are available through your local EIA
publications office - call (202) 457-4963.
Cabletron Systems is committed to delivering FDDI products in
strict conformance with the ANSI standards and Cabletron’s
Integrated Network Architecture (INA).
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CHAPTER 2
INSTALLING THE ADAPTERS
This chapter contains instructions for preparing and installing
your Cabletron Systems FDDI network adapter into your
computer. The next chapter,
instructions for connecting the adapters to an FDDI network.
2.1 HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
The F30XX family of FDDI network adapters is designed for any
computer that supports IBM 32-bit Micro Channel (MCA) Bus
architecture. The F70XX family of FDDI network adapters is
designed for any computer that supports the Extended Industry
Standard (EISA) Bus Architecture.
Network Connections
, provides
Installation of the Cabletron FDDI network adapters is simple and
straightforward. The network adapters are software configurable;
they have no jumpers or switches.
2.2 UNPACKING THE ADAPTERS
The FDDI network adapter and software are shipped separately.
The hardware package should contain one box with an FDDI
network adapter and this manual. The shrink-wrapped software
package contains a
Network Software Installation Guide
, the
software diskette, and the license agreement.
To unpack the adapter and the software, carefully remove the
adapter from the box. Leave the adapter in the conductive pouch
until you are ready to install it. Open the shrink-wrapped package
when you are ready to install the software. Be sure to read the
licensing agreement included in the shrink-wrapped package.
Contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support immediately if any
discrepancy in materials exists.
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2.3 PREPARING THE ADAPTERS
The FDDI network adapters do not have any jumpers or switches
to set. Each type of FDDI adapter is shipped with its own unique
configuration file that is used by either the Micro Channel or EISA
system configuration programs to set the card’s parameters for
communication between the computer and the FDDI network.
The network adapters are sensitive to static discharges. Hold
the adapter by the top of the metal bracket and the opposite top
!
CAUTION
corner. Avoid contact with the computer bus edge connector
or any of the adapter’s components. Failure to observe all
static discharge precautions could result in damage to the
adapter.
2.4 INSTALLING THE ADAPTERS
The following sections contain brief installation procedures. Refer
to the user’s manual that came with your computer for more
detailed information on installing adapters in Micro Channel and
EISA Bus architectures.
Connectors for
Daughter Board Cables
Processor (red)
Receive Data
(yellow)
Computer Bus
Connector
LANVIEW
LEDs
Transmit
Data
(green)
Bicolor
LED
FDDI
Connector
Figure 2-1. Nomenclature, F30XX and F70XX Model Adapters
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FDDI Cable
Insertion Key
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The F30XX and F70XX models are a family of FDDI adapters that
are identical in all respects (see Figure 2-1, Nomenclature, F30XX
and F70XX Model Adapters) except for the computer bus interface
and the computer configuration procedures.
2.4.1 Installing the F30XX Model Adapters
To install an F30XX model FDDI adapter in your computer follow
these instructions:
• Turn off the power to the PC and peripherals and disconnect
all power cords and cables.
• Remove the computer cover and select the slot your adapter
will be installed in. The F30XX adapter can occupy any unused
Micro Channel style 32-bit expansion slot.
• If you have not already done so, remove the adapter from its
protective pouch, and visually inspect it.
1
2
Figure 2-2. Backplate Detail
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• Remove the protective backplate (1) from the selected slot, as
shown in Figure 2-2. Loosen the thumbscrew (2) holding the
backplate (1) in place over the selected slot, and slide the
backplate out of the slot.
1
5
2
3
4
Figure 2-3. Installing the F3069 Adapter
• Orient the adapter (2, Figure 2-3) so the computer bus edge
connector (3) is pointed down, and the FDDI port faces out the
back of the computer as shown.
• Align the adapter so the computer bus edge connector is lined
up with the expansion slot (4, Figure 2-3).
• Slide the adapter into the guide slots and firmly press, but do
not force, the adapter into the expansion slot. In most Micro
Channel machines, the plastic clips on the F30XX Micro
Channel adapter (1, 5, Figure 2-3) will snap into place as the
adapter is inserted into the expansion slot.
• Tighten the thumbscrew on the rear panel bracket of the
computer. Replace the computer cover, reconnect all cables,
and power up the computer.
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2.4.2 Copying the ADF File
After you have installed an F30XX model adapter into your Micro
Channel computer, you must copy the Cabletron Adapter
Description File (ADF) onto a backup copy of the Micro Channel
computer’s Reference Diskette. The ADF file is supplied with your
Cabletron software.
The ADF file provides Programmable Option Select Parameters for
the System Configuration Utility used in Micro Channel machines.
If necessary, you can change the adapter parameters during this
procedure.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to use a backup copy of the Reference Diskette
when you perform the following procedure.
To configure the ADF:
• Copy the ADF file @0070.ADF from the Cabletron software
diskette to the IBM Reference Diskette copy.
• Follow the instructions in your computer user’s manual to
access the system Setup utility. In your system Setup Menu,
find the entry that lets you update the system configuration
files.
• When asked, insert the IBM Reference Diskette copy.
• Answer YES to: Automatically configure the system? After
configuration is complete, exit the configuration utility and
reboot the computer.
• After power up, the computer should recognize the F30XX
adapter; the heartbeat pulse of one flash per second should be
visible (for a period of thirty seconds) on the Processor LED
(see Section 2.5, LANVIEW LEDs).
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2.4.3 Installing the F70XX Model Adapters
The F30XX and F70XX models are a family of FDDI adapters that
are identical in all respects (see Figure 2-1, Nomenclature, F30XX
and F70XX Model Adapters) except the computer bus interface,
and the computer configuration procedure.
IMPORTANT: Some EISA Bus compatible computers do not support
Bus Master adapters in all slots. To determine where an available Bus
Master slot is located (before you install an F70XX model FDDI adapter),
run the EISA configuration program that came with your computer; it
will indicate the location of available Bus Master slots.
To install the F70XX model FDDI adapter in your computer, use
the procedure that follows:
• From the Cabletron software diskette, copy the EISA
configuration file !CSI06090.CFG onto a copy of your system
configuration diskette.
• Using your computer’s EISA configuration program, follow
the instructions in your computer user’s manual for installing
a new adapter.
• When prompted, select the Bus Master slot that you wish to
install the adapter in. Follow the instructions in your computer
user’s manual for configuring the adapter’s parameters
(interrupt level, and Boot PROM size and Base Address, if
applicable).
IMPORTANT: Be sure to Save the Settings after configuration.
• Exit the configuration utility. When you are asked to do so by
the configuration utility, power down the computer.
• Remove the configuration diskette. Following instructions in
your computer user’s manual, install the F70XX adapter in the
Bus Master slot you selected.
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• Power up the computer. The computer should recognize the
F70XX adapter at this time; the heartbeat pulse of one flash per
second should be visible (for a period of thirty seconds) on the
Processor LED. (See Section 2.5, LANVIEW LEDs, which
follows.)
2.5 LANVIEW LEDS
The FDDI network adapters incorporate Cabletron Systems’ built-
®
in LANVIEW
visual diagnostic and status monitoring LEDs. The
LANVIEW LEDs (shown in Figure 2-4) are more effective than a
network monitor, because network troubleshooting personnel can
quickly scan the LEDs to diagnose network problems and
determine which network segment is faulty.
Processor
(red)
Receive Data
(yellow)
No Connection - (red)
Signal Detect - off
Link - (green)
Transmit Data
(green)
Bicolor LED
Figure 2-4. LANVIEW LEDs
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2.5.1 Using LANVIEW LEDs
The FDDI network adapters employ four LANVIEW LEDs. The
functions of these LEDs are explained below:
Processor LED (red)
The F30XX and F70XX model FDDI adapters use an on-board
Motorola 68ec020 CPU. The Processor LED flashes at different
rates to indicate on-board processor conditions.
• When the Processor LED flashes at a rate of one flash per
second (the “heartbeat”) it indicates that the processor is
functioning normally. Note that the heartbeat is not
continuous - the heartbeat will only be displayed for a period
of thirty seconds after power up.
• When the Processor LED is on continuously (not flashing), it
indicates adapter failure. Reload the network driver to cause
the SMT code to be updated. If the continuous indication
persists, contact Cabletron Technical Support.
Receive Data (yellow)
The Receive Data LED illuminates to indicate that packets are
being received from the FDDI network.
Transmit Data (green)
The Transmit Data LED illuminates when packets are being
transmitted by the FDDI adapter onto the FDDI network.
Bicolor LED
This LED indicates one of three possible FDDI link conditions.
• Illuminates in red to indicate No Connection to the FDDI
network. Check all connections to the FDDI link.
• Remains unlit to indicate Signal Detect (a signal is being
received from the FDDI network, but the adapter is unable to
establish a link with another FDDI device).
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If you are unable to establish a link with the FDDI network, try
connecting this cable segment to a working FDDI station. Run
the diagnostic Loopback test with a loopback connector to
check the adapter.
• Illuminates in green to indicate that Link has been established
with another FDDI device in the FDDI network.
2.6 LOADING NETWORK SOFTWARE
You must install the proper network software in order to use your
PC, with the FDDI adapter, to communicate on the FDDI network.
Network operating system software drivers are supplied on the
Cabletron software diskette(s) that accompanied the adapter.
The drivers are grouped in subdirectories that contain readme files
to explain recent changes in procedure, etc. The Network Software
Installation Guide, included with the Cabletron software
diskette(s), contains detailed instructions for installing network
drivers.
2.7 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST FOR ADAPTERS
• Make sure the adapter is installed and properly seated in the
computer’s expansion slot.
• If the adapter does not initialize, verify that the bus slot is
operational by swapping the adapter with an adapter that you
know is functioning.
• The interrupt, or I/O address parameters could be conflicting
with another adapter. Use a program like “Check It” or “PC
Tools” to determine the settings in use by other adapters.
• Verify that the FDDI cable is correctly attached and terminated.
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• If a connection to a server or a host cannot be maintained,
check the cable first with a test set. After verifying the cable,
check the device that you are trying to communicate with.
Verify that you can contact it, or that other clients can contact it.
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CHAPTER 3
NETWORK CONNECTIONS
If you are not familiar with the characteristics of FDDI networks,
you should review the hardware, network, and environmental
requirements outlined in the ANSI X3T9.5 FDDI Network
Specification. All conditions, guidelines, specifications and
requirements included in the ANSI X3T9.5 specification must be
met to ensure satisfactory performance of the FDDI adapter.
Failure to follow these guidelines could also result in
unsatisfactory network performance.
3.1 OPTICAL FIBER CONNECTIONS
The F30XX and F70XX FDDI adapters can be configured as a Single
Attach Station (SAS), or a Dual Attach Station (DAS), as defined in
the ANSI X3T9.5 specification. Dual Attach Station configuration is
implemented by the use of a “daughter” board. Instructions for
installing the daughter board are provided in this chapter.
The FDDI adapter connects to the FDDI ring via a type S FDDI
connector located on the rear-facing bracket of the adapter.
Remove the protective cover from the duplex shroud end of the
FDDI cable segment. If the fibers need to be cleaned, use a fiber
optic cleaning kit.
To connect the adapter to an optical fiber FDDI network segment,
insert the duplex connector into the FDDI cable receptacle at the
back of the adapter. Observe the slotted key in the center of the
receptacle, and the matching key on the duplex connector (see
Figure 3-1). Slide the duplex shroud into the receptacle until the
latches on the sides of the shroud click into place.
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Bracket
FDDI
Connector
FDDI
Cable
FDDI Cable
Insertion Key
Locking
Latches
(both sides)
Figure 3-1. Connecting a Fiber Optic Cable
3.1.1 Twisted Pair FDDI Connections
The RJ-45 pinout configuration for Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP)
and Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Physical Layer Medium
Dependent (PMD) ports is shown below.
Transmit -
Transmit +
Receive +
Receive -
Figure 3-2. RJ-45 TP-PMD Port Pinouts
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When connecting two twisted pair ports together (e.g., an M
NOTE
type port on an FDCMIM-24 to an F7069 FDDI network
adapter), a transmit and receive cross-over must occur
between the two devices (i.e., within the cable).
3.2 CHECKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS
Observe the condition of the LANVIEW LEDs on the FDDI
adapter rear bracket before and after connecting the adapter to the
FDDI network.
The Bicolor LED should illuminate green after the adapter is
connected to the FDDI network, indicating that a link has been
established between the adapter and another device on the FDDI
network.
If the Bicolor LED does not illuminate, it indicates that an FDDI
signal is being received but Link has not been established. If the
bicolor LED illuminates in red, there is NO Connection to the
FDDI network.
If you cannot establish a link to the FDDI network, recheck your
FDDI cable connections, and observe the red Processor LED on the
adapter. If this LED is illuminated continuously, there is a
processor failure. Reload the network driver which will
automatically download the SMT management microcode. If this
condition persists, call Cabletron Technical Support.
3.2.1 Network Requirements/Specifications
When connecting segments to the adapter, the network
requirements outlined in the ANSI X3T9.5 specification must be
met. Failure to follow these guidelines can result in degradation of
network performance.
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3.2.2 FDDI Station Configurations
The following terminology is explained in more detail in ANSI
X3T9.5. There are four valid FDDI station configurations:
• SAS - Single Attach Station
• DAS - Dual Attach Station
• DAC - Dual Attach Concentrator
• SAC - Single Attach Concentrator
FDDI devices are physically attached to the ring using fixed
shroud duplex (FSD) media interface connectors. Four connectors
are defined in the X3T9.5 FDDI Standard Physical Layer, (the PMD,
Physical Media Dependent, standard). They provide proper
alignment of the trunk fibers for each of the valid configurations.
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DUAL
ATTACHMENT
SINGLE
ATTACHMENT
FDDI RECEPTACLES
SECONDARY OUTPRIMARY IN
TYPE A
SECONDARY IN
TYPE B
IN OUT
TYPE M
IN OUT
TYPE S
PRIMARY OUT
FDDI CONNECTORS
Type A
Type B
Type M
Type S
Figure 3-3. FDDI Connector Types
Types A, B, and M are precision connectors, mechanically keyed to
assure proper connections to Primary-In and Primary-Out fibers.
Types A and B provide dual attachment to the primary and
secondary data paths of the main ring. Type M is used for single
attachment stations, at the workstation end of the SAS lobe.
The type S connector has a wide, centrally located keyway and is
considered a non-precision connector for use at the station end of
an SAS lobe cable. Figure 3-3, FDDI Connector Types, shows the
configurations of the four types of media interface connectors.
For a more detailed description of FDDI network characteristics
and configurations, please read the ANSI X3T9.5 specification.
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3.3 IMPLEMENTING A DUAL ATTACH STATION
The Dual Attach Station configuration is implemented by
installing a “daughter board.” The daughter board plugs into a slot
adjacent to the F30/F70XX FDDI adapter and connects to the FDDI
adapter by a pair of ribbon cables. The daughter board provides
the additional FDDI connectors and ancillary circuitry for Dual
Attach Station operation.
The daughter board obtains its power from the bus slot it is
plugged into. Figures 3-4 and 3-5, provide instructions for
installing the daughter board and connecting the daughter board
to the FDDI adapter.
Connectors for
Daughter Board Cables
Daughter
Board
Computer
BUS
Connector
Figure 3-4. Installing a Daughter Board
LANVIEW
LEDs
RJ-45 Location
when used
FDDI
Connectors
FDDI Cable
Insertion Key
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3.3.1 Installing a Daughter Board
To install a daughter board, follow the instructions outlined below:
• Turn off the power to the computer and peripherals, and
disconnect all power cords and cables.
• Remove the computer cover and select a slot for the daughter
board, adjacent to the slot occupied by the FDDI adapter. We
recommend the slot immediately to the left of the FDDI
adapter as viewed from the rear (bracket) of the adapter.
• If you have not done so, remove the daughter board from its
protective pouch, and visually inspect it.
• Refer to the installation procedures for the FDDI adapters in
Chapter 2, Section 2.4.1, Installing the F30XX Model Adapters,
and Section 2.4.3, Installing the F70XX Model Adapters. Install
the daughter board as you would the respective model adapter,
in a slot adjacent to the adapter.
• Connect the daughter board to the FDDI adapter. Plug the
interconnecting ribbon cables into the FDDI adapter and
daughter board connectors as shown in Figure 3-5, on the next
page. Observe the polarized keying of the cable and
connectors.
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Ribbon Cables
Figure 3-5. Connecting a Daughter Board
FDDI Adapter
Alignment Keys
Daughter Board
Alignment Keys
• Secure the daughter board bracket to the computer frame.
Replace the computer covers, reconnect all cables and power
up the computer.
• Connect the FDDI cables to adapter and daughter board
according to the FDDI ring configuration. Consult the ANSI
X3T9.5 specification for a description of Dual Attach Station
FDDI ring topology.
• After connecting the adapter and daughter board to the FDDI
ring, observe the LANVIEW LEDs (see Section 2.5) to
determine the status of the adapter and the FDDI ring.
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APPENDIX A
FDDI MEDIA SPECIFICATIONS
A.1 MULTIMODE FIBER OPTICS
• Cable - The Multimode fiber optic link segments should consist
of either 50/125 µm, 62.5 µm, or 100/140 µm fiber optic
cabling.
• Attenuation - Cable must be tested with a fiber optic
attenuation test set adjusted for an 850 nm wave length. This
test verifies that the signal loss in the cable is acceptable.
Attenuation limits for various Multimode cable types are listed
below:
- 3.0 dB or less for a 50/125 µm fiber cable segment.
- 16.0 dB or less for a 62.5/125 µm fiber cable segment.
- 19.0 dB or less for a 100/140 µm fiber cable segment.
• Fiber Optic Budget -The fiber optic budget and total network
propagation delay should be calculated before fiber runs are
incorporated in any network design. Fiber optic budget is the
combination of optical loss of the fiber optic cable, in-line
splices, and fiber optic connectors. Propagation delay is the
time it takes a packet to travel from the sending device to the
receiving device.
• Length - The maximum Multimode fiber optic cable length is
2 km (6558 feet), if system budgets are met. However, IEEE
802.3 FOIRL (Fiber Optic Inter-Repeater Link) specifications
specify a maximum of 1 km (3279 feet).
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A.2 MULTIMODE FIBER OPTIC INTERFACE
Table A-1. Multimode Fiber Optic Interface
Parameter
Typical
Value
Worst
Case
Case
Typical
Budget
Budget
Worst
Receive
Sensitivity: -30.5 dBm -28.0 dBm
Peak Input
Power: -7.6 dBm -8.2 dBm
—
—
—
—
Transmitter
Power:
50/125 µm fiber: -13.0 dBm -15.0 dBm 13.0 dB 17.5 dB
62.5/125 µm fiber: -10.0 dBm -12.0 dBm 16.0 dB 20.5 dB
100/140 µm fiber: -7.0 dBm -9.0 dBm 19.0 dB 23.5 dB
Error Rate: Better than 10
-10
bit error rate.
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A.3 SINGLE MODE FIBER OPTICS
Cable - The Single Mode fiber optic link segments should consist of
8.7/125 µm duplex single mode fiber optic cabling. Acceptable
cable types must adhere to the following specifications, as set forth
in the FDDI X3T9.5 specification:
Table A-2. Single Mode Fiber Optics
Single Mode Fiber Specification
Core Diameter 8.7 µm +/- 0.5 µm
Cladding Diameter 127.0 µm maximum
123.0 µm minimum
Cable Attenuation ≤ 0.5 dB/km typical
Cable Length 40 km (24 miles, station to station)
Max Total Length 100 km (62 miles) - Dual Ring
200 km (124 miles) - wrapped
Optical Wavelength 1305 nanometers typical
Spectral Width 15 nanometers maximum
Optical Risetime 2 nanoseconds
Optical Falltime 2 nanoseconds
Transmitter Output -14 dBm maximum
Receiver Input -14 dBm maximum, -33 dBm minimum
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A.3.1 Twisted Pair for FDDI Over Copper
Twisted pair cable for use in FDDI Over Copper transmission is
specified in EIA/TIA TSB-36/TSB-40. Table A-3, below, lists these
cable specifications.
Table A-3. Twisted Pair Specifications for FDDI Over Copper
Cable/Connector Category 5
Maximum Total
Cable Length
Maximum Twisted Pair
Length Between
Adjacent Nodes
100 km (62 miles) - Dual Ring
200 km (124 miles) - wrapped
100 meters (328.1 feet)
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A
Adapter
preparing the adapters for
installation 2-2
Adapter connectivity 1-3
Adapter features 1-3
C
ctron.com 1-2
F
F3019 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-3
features 1-3
F3059 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-3
features 1-3
F3069 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-4
features 1-3
F3079 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-4
features 1-3
F7019 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-4
features 1-3
F7059 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-4
features 1-3
F7069 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-4
features 1-3
F7079 FDDI adapter
connectivity 1-4
FDDI adapter features 1-3
INDEX
FDDI media specifications A-1
G
Getting help 1-2
H
Hardware requirements 2-1
I
Installing
Installing the adapters 2-1
INDEX
®
LANVIEW
software 1-5
statistics 1-5
multimode fiber optic
interface A-2
multimode fiber optics A-1
attenuation A-1
cable A-1
fiber optic budget A-1
length A-1
single mode fiber optics
A-2
cable A-3
BBS 1-2
FAX 1-2
phone 1-2
adapters 2-2
installing the F30XX model
adapters 2-3
ADF file 2-5
copying the ADF file 2-5
Processor LED 2-5
installing the F70XX model
adapters 2-6
LEDs 1-5
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EISA configuration file
2-6
Processor LED 2-7
preparing the adapters 2-2
unpacking the adapters 2-1
L
LANVIEW LEDs 1-5, 2-7
bicolor LED 2-8
link 2-9
no connection 2-8
signal detect 2-8
processor LED 2-8
receive data 2-8
using LANVIEW LEDs
2-8
transmit data 2-8
Loading network software 2-9
T
Technical specifications 1-6
Technology overview, FDDI
over copper 1-8
Troubleshooting checklist for
adapters 2-9
N
Network connections 3-1
checking network
connections 3-3
connecting the adapter to the
FDDI ring 3-1
optical fiber 3-1
twisted pair FDDI 3-2
Network requirements/
specifications 3-3
FDDI station configurations
3-4
S
Safety information iii
laser iii
Software 1-5
Statistics 1-5
Index - 2
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