Cabletron Systems F6019, F6069, F6079, F6059 Installation Manual

F6019, F6059, F6069, AND F6079

FDDI NETWORK ADAPTERS

INSTALLATION GUIDE

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.

SOFTWARE DISCLAIMER

Cabletron has tested its software with current virus checking
technologies. However, because no antivirus system is 100%
reliable, we strongly caution you to write protect and then verify
that the Licensed Software, prior to installing it, is virus-free with
an anti-virus system in which you have confidence. Cabletron
Systems makes no representations or warranties to the effect that
the Licensed Software is virus-free.

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 November 1993, Cabletron Systems, Inc.
35 Industrial Way, P.O. Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03867-0505

All Rights Reserved, Printed in the United States of America
Order Number: 9030760-01 November 93

SPECTRUM, LANVIEW

trademarks of Cabletron Systems, Inc.
Texas Instruments.
Laboratories, Inc.

UNIX

SunNet Manager

Sun Microsystems, Inc.
the Apple logo () are registered trademarks and

MultiFinder

, and

Finder

, and

Remote LANVIEW

NuBus

is a trademark of

are registered

is a registered trademark of Unix System

is a registered trademark of

Macintosh, A/UX, Apple, AppleLink

EtherTalk

and

,

are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

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FCC 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.

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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SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMATION

CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS

The F6079 is a Class 1 Laser Product

CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT

The F6079 adapter uses a Class 1 Laser transceiver.

Read the following safety information before

installing or operating the F6079 adapter.

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
(under normal conditions) is -12.6dBm or 55x10 -6 watts.

Removing the optical connector from the transceiver allows laser
radiation to emit directly from the optical port. The maximum
radiance from the optical port (under worst case conditions) is 0.8
W cm-2 or 8x10 3 W m-2 sr-1.

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

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CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC.

CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC.

PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT

IMPORTANT: Before utilizing this product, carefully read this license
agreement.

This document is an agreement between you, the end user, and Cabletron
Systems, Inc. ("Cabletron") that sets forth your rights and obligations with
respect to the Cabletron software program ("the Program") contained in
this package. The Program may be contained in firmware, chips, or other
media.

BY UTILIZING THE PRODUCT, YOU ARE AGREEING TO
BECOME BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT,
WHICH INCLUDES THE LICENSE AND THE LIMITATION OF
WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY. IF YOU DO
NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT,
PROMPTLY RETURN THE UNUSED PRODUCT TO THE PLACE
OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND.

CABLETRON SOFTW

1. LICENSE You have the right to use only the one (1) copy of the

Program provided in this package subject to the terms and conditions of
this License Agreement.

2. OTHER RESTRICTIONS You may not reverse engineer, decompile,

or disassemble the Program.

3. APPLICABLE LAW This License Agreement shall be interpreted and

governed under the laws and in the state and federal courts of New
Hampshire. You accept the personal jurisdiction and venue of the New
hampshire courts.

EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY

1. EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY Except as may be specifically provided

by Cabletron in writing, Cabletron makes no warranty, express or
implied, concerning the Program (including its documentation and
media).

ARE PROGRAM LICENSE

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PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT

CABLETRON DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, OTHER THAN THOSE
SUPPLIED TO YOU BY CABLETRON IN WRITING, EITHER IMPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO THE PROGRAM, THE
ACCOMPANYING WRITTEN MATERIALS, AND ANY
ACCOMPANYING HARDWARE.

2. NO LIABILITY

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT
SHALL CABLETRON OR ITS SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS, PROFITS, BUSINESS
INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR RELIANCE DAMAGES, OR
OTHER LOSS) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE
THIS CABLETRON PRODUCT, EVEN IF CABLETRON HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. BECAUSE
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION
OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES,
OR IN THE DURATION OR LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
IN SOME INSTANCES, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

UNITED ST

ATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS

The enclosed product (a) was developed solely at private expense; (b)
contains "restricted computer software" submitted with restricted rights
in accordance with section 52227-19 (a) through (d) of the Commercial
Computer Software - Restricted Rights Clause and its successors, and (c)
in all respects is proprietary data belonging to Cabletron and/or its
suppliers.

For Department of Defense units, the product is licensed with "Restricted
Rights" as defined in the DoD Supplement to the Federal Acquisition
Regulations, Section 52.227-7013 (c) (ii) and its successors, and use,
duplication, or disclosure by the government is subject to restrictions as
set forth in subparagraph (c) (1) (ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and
Computer Software clause at 252.227-7013. Cabletron Systems, Inc. 35
Industrial Way, Rochester, New Hampshire 03867.

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Cabletron Systems

Network Adapter Installation Guide.

F6019, F6059, F6069, and F6079

This manual is a simple
installation and reference guide for the Cabletron Systems FDDI ,
and FDDI Over Copper network adapters for NuBus compatible
computers. The FDDI network adapters connect your Macintosh to
a dual ring Fiber Distributed Data Interface type 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 FDDI and FDDI Over Copper
network adapters for NuBus equipped Macintosh computers.

1.1 USING THIS MANUAL

This manual is structured so that you can follow sequential
chapters as you install and test the Cabletron network adapters.

Chapter 1,

Introduction

, discusses the capabilities of the Cabletron

network adapters.

Chapter 2,

Installing the Adapter

s, contains instructions for
installing the network adapters into a Macintosh that supports
NuBus.

Chapter 3,

Installing Network Software,

provides instructions for

installing network drivers and network management software.

Chapter 4,

Network Connections

, provides instructions for

connecting the adapters to the FDDI network.

Chapter 5,

Diagnostics

, explains how to use the diagnostic
program to verify that the network adapter is communicating
properly with the network and the computer interface.

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Appendix A,

A/UX Driver and Utilities

, shows how to install the

Cabletron A/UX® driver, and use A/UX statistics and edit utilities.

Appendix B,

FDDI Media Specifications

, lists the specifications
for Multimode Fiber, Single Mode Fiber, and FDDI Over Copper
twisted pair media.

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 Technical Support personnel:

• The network adapter type and serial number.

• The software version of the Cabletron software diskette.

• Your computer model (i.e., Macintosh Quadra XXX, IIci, etc.)

and operating system (i.e., System 7.1).

• The make and model of any other adapters in your system.

You can contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support by:

Phone: [phone]

FAX: [phone]

BBS: [phone] (4 lines available)

To contact Cabletron Technical Support on the Internet, send email
to:

[e-mail] ( IP address 134.141.197.25)

available for anonymous FTP download from

ctron.co

. Drivers are

m.

CompuServe subscribers can also contact Cabletron Technical
Support through the Cabletron Forum by entering:
at any ! prompt.

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1.3 NETWORK ADAPTER FEATURES

This section outlines the features of the FDDI and FDDI Over
Copper network adapters. Table 1-1, below shows the FDDI
adapter models and media variations for NUBus equipped
computers.

Table 1-1. FDDI Adapter Models and Media Types

Adapter Model Media

F6019 Unshielded Twisted Pair

F6059 Shielded Twisted Pair

F6069 Multimode Fiber

F6079 Single Mode Fiber

1.3.1 F6019 Adapter Connectivity

The F6019 network adapter connects your NuBus compatible
Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard unshielded copper
twisted pair Distributed Data Interface network. The F6019
network adapter uses industry standard RJ-45 twisted pair
connectors. The F6019 adapter can be configured as either a Single
Attach-, or Dual Attach station as described in the ANSI FDDI
Over Copper Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the status of the
network link and on-board processor.

1.3.2 F6059 Adapter Connectivity

The F6059 network adapter connects your NuBus compatible
Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard unshielded copper
twisted pair Distributed Data Interface network.

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The F6059 network adapter uses industry standard RJ-45 twisted
pair connectors. The F6059 adapter can be configured as either a
Single Attach-, or Dual Attach station as described in the ANSI
FDDI Over Copper Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the status of
the network link and on-board processor.

1.3.3 F6069 Adapter Connectivity

The F6069 FDDI network adapter connects your NuBus
compatible Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard X3T9.5
Multimode Fiber Distributed Data Interface network. The F6069
FDDI network adapters use industry standard Type S dual fiber
Multimode FDDI connectors. The F6069 adapter can be configured
as either a Single Attach, or Dual Attach station as described in the
ANSI X3T9.5 Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the status of the
FDDI Link and on-board processor.

1.3.4 F6079 Adapter Connectivity

The F6079 Single Mode FDDI network adapter connects your
NuBus compatible Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard
X3T9.5 Single Mode Fiber Distributed Data Interface network. The
F6079 FDDI network adapters use industry standard Type S dual
fiber Single Mode FDDI connectors. The F6079 adapter can be
configured as either a Single Attach, or Dual Attach station as
described in the ANSI X3T9.5 Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the
status of the FDDI Link and on-board processor.

1.4 SOFTWARE

Software drivers are supplied by Cabletron on a floppy diskette
supplied with the network adapter. The drivers support industry
standard ANSI X3T9.5 FDDI Protocol, Apple’s FDDITalk Interface,
and Apple’s A/UX operating system.

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