Cabletron Systems HSIM-A6DP User Manual

HSIM-A6DP
User’s Guide
APIM 1 APIM 2
HSIM-A6DP
RR
Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures.

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.
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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:
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Notice
SAFETY INFORMATION
CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS
THE FE-100F3 FAST ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULE, FPIM-05 AND
FPIM-07 FDDI PORT INTERFACE MODULES, AND APIM-29 ATM
PORT INTERFACE MODULE USE CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS.
READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE
INSTALLING OR OPERATING THESE MODULES.
The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to maintain Class 1 operation limits. This control loop eliminates the need for maintenance checks or adjustments. The output is factory set, and does not allow any user adjustment. Class 1 laser transceivers comply with the following safety standards:
• 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (FDA).
• IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnical Commission).
• CENELEC EN 60825 (European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization). When operating within their performance limitations, laser transceiver output meets the Class 1
accessible emission limit of all three standards. Class 1 levels of laser radiation are not considered hazardous.
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CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS
LASER RADIATION AND CONNECTORS
When the connector is in place, all laser radiation remains within the fiber. The maximum amount of radiant power exiting the fiber (under normal conditions) is -12.6 dBm or 55 x 10-6 watts.
Removing the optical connector from the transceiver allows laser radiation to emit directly from the optical port. The maximum radiance from the optical port (under worst case conditions) is
0.8 W cm-2 or 8 x 103 W m2 sr-1.
Do not use optical instruments to view the laser output. The use of optical instruments to view laser output increases eye hazard. When viewing the output optical port, power must be removed from the network adapter.
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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Using This Manual.......................................................................1-2
1.2 Document Conventions...............................................................1-2
1.3 Overview......................................................................................1-3
1.4 Features ......................................................................................1-3
1.5 Specifications ..............................................................................1-4
1.6 Related Manuals..........................................................................1-4
1.7 Getting Help.................................................................................1-5
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION
2.1 Unpacking the HSIM....................................................................2-1
2.2 Installing APIMs...........................................................................2-2
2.3 Installing an HSIM .......................................................................2-4
2.3.1 Installing an HSIM in an Interface Module......................2-4
2.3.2 Installing an HSIM in a Standalone Hub.........................2-7
CHAPTER 3 LOCAL MANAGEMENT
3.1 Local Management Keyboard Conventions.................................3-2
3.2 Navigating Local Management Screens......................................3-3
3.2.1 Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items ......... 3-3
3.2.2 Exiting Local Management Screens ............................... 3-3
3.3 Accessing Local Management.....................................................3-5
3.4 The HSIM-A6DP ATM Screen.....................................................3-6
3.5 The ATM Connections Screen ....................................................3-7
3.5.1 ATM Connections Screen Fields .................................... 3-8
3.6 The ATM Connection Setup Screen............................................3-9
3.6.1 ATM Connection Setup Screen Fields.......................... 3-10
3.7 The Add/Delete Entry Screen....................................................3-12
3.7.1 Add/Delete Entry Screen Fields.................................... 3-12
3.7.2 Adding an Entry (PVC) .................................................3-13
3.7.3 Modifying an Entry (PVC) ............................................. 3-14
3.7.4 Deleting an Entry (PVC) ...............................................3-14
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3.8 The ATM Redundancy Configuration Screen ............................3-15
3.8.1 ATM Redundancy Configuration Screen Fields............3-16
3.8.2 Setting the Redundancy Status.....................................3-18
3.8.3 Setting the Primary Port................................................3-18
3.8.4 Setting the Active Port...................................................3-18
3.8.5 Setting the Activation of Redundant Port Field..............3-19
3.8.6 Setting the Revert to Primary Port Field........................3-19
3.8.7 Setting the Periodic Test Status Field...........................3-20
3.8.8 Setting the Periodic Test Time......................................3-20
3.8.9 Using the TEST PORTS NOW Command....................3-21
3.8.10 Using the RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS
Command......................................................................3-21
3.9 The ATM LEC Screen................................................................3-22
3.9.1 ATM LEC Screen Fields................................................3-23
3.10 The ATM LEC Table Screen......................................................3-24
3.10.1 ATM LEC Table Screen Fields......................................3-25
3.11 The LEC Administration Screen.................................................3-27
3.11.1 LEC Administration Screen Fields.................................3-28
3.11.2 Changing the LEC Status (MODIFY MODE Only)........3-30
3.11.3 Configuring the LEC Automatically
(CREATE MODE Only).................................................3-30
3.11.4 Configuring the LEC Manually
(CREATE MODE Only).................................................3-31
3.11.5 Modifying an Existing LEC ............................................3-32
3.11.6 Deleting an Existing LEC...............................................3-33
3.12 The ELAN Properties Screen.....................................................3-34
3.12.1 ELAN Properties Screen Fields.....................................3-34
3.13 The LEC ARP Cache Screen.....................................................3-37
3.13.1 LEC ARP CACHE Screen Fields ..................................3-38
3.14 The LEC ARP Cache Search Screen ........................................3-40
3.14.1 LEC ARP Cache Search Screen Fields........................3-41
3.14.2 Performing a Search .....................................................3-41
3.15 The Signalling Screen................................................................3-44
3.15.1 Signaling Screen Fields.................................................3-45
3.15.2 Changing the ILMI Status..............................................3-46
3.15.3 Disabling the ILMI Status ..............................................3-47
3.15.4 Changing the UNI Status...............................................3-48
3.15.5 Restarting UNI...............................................................3-48
3.15.6 Restarting the ILMI........................................................3-48
3.15.7 Setting the UNI Version.................................................3-49
3.16 The Discovery ELAN Setup Screen...........................................3-50
3.16.1 ATM Discovery ELAN Setup Screen Fields..................3-51
3.16.2 Assigning the HSIM-A6DP to a discovery ELAN...........3-52
3.17 Using the Bandwidth Allocation Mode Feature..........................3-54
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3.18 Enabling the Bandwidth Allocation Mode Feature.....................3-54
3.19 Creating PVCs with the Bandwidth Allocation Mode Enabled...3-57
3.19.1 ATM Connection Setup Screen Fields.......................... 3-58
3.20 The Add/Delete Entry Screen....................................................3-60
3.20.1 Add/Delete Entry Screen Fields.................................... 3-60
3.20.2 Adding an Entry (PVC) .................................................3-62
3.20.3 Modifying an Entry (PVC) ............................................. 3-63
3.20.4 Deleting an Entry (PVC) ...............................................3-64
CHAPTER 4 LANVIEW LEDs
4.1 HSIM-A6DP LEDs.......................................................................4-1
APPENDIX A APIM SPECIFICATIONS
A.1 APIM-11 Specifications ...............................................................A-1
A.2 APIM-21 Specifications ...............................................................A-2
A.3 APIM-29 Specifications ...............................................................A-3
A.4 APIM-29LR Specifications...........................................................A-4
A.5 APIM-22 Specifications ...............................................................A-5
A.6 APIM-67 Specifications ...............................................................A-6
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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Cabletron Systems
HSIM-A6DP User’s Guide
. This
manual provides the following information:
Describes HSIM-A6DP features
Explains how to install the HSIM-A6DP in a Cabletron Systems interface module or standalone hub
Outlines specifications for the Cabletron Systems Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) High Speed Interface Module (HSIM)
The HSIM-A6DP provides additional connectivity/functionality to various Cabletron Systems interface modules and standalone hubs. You should have a general working knowledge of ATM networks prior to installing the HSIM-A6DP.
APIM 1 APIM 2
Figure 1-1 The HSIM-A6DP
HSIM-A6DP
RR
20770
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Introduction

1.1 USING THIS MANUAL

Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of the HSIM-A6DP. The following list pro vides an overview of each section of this manual:
Chapter 1,
Introduction
, outlines the contents of this manual, describes
HSIM-A6DP features and concludes with a list of related manuals.
Chapter 2,
Installation
, describes how to install ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs) into the HSIM-A6DP. This chapter also explains how to install an HSIM-A6DP into an interface module or a standalone hub.
Chapter 3,
Local Management
, describes how to use the HSIM-A6DP Local Management screens to configure the HSIM-A6DP for connection to an ATM network.
Chapter 4,
LANVIEW LEDs
, describes how to use the HSIM-A6DP
LEDs to monitor HSIM performance and status.
Appendix A,
APIM Specifications
, describes specifications and features
for each of the APIMs available for the HSIM-A6DP.

1.2 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS

The following conventions are used throughout this document:
Note
NOTE
symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of
information that may be of special importance.
Caution
damage to the equipment.
!
CAUTION
Electrical Hazard Warning
that could result in personal injury or death due to an electrical hazard.
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symbol. Contains information essential to avoid
symbol. Warns against an action
Overview

1.3 OVERVIEW

The HSIM-A6DP extends the functionality of your Cabletron Systems interface module or standalone hub to include remote uplink capability . It allows remote connectivity using ATM technology.
Two APIMs can be installed in the HSIM-A6DP, to provide redundant ATM links from the HSIM to a switched ATM network. Cabletron Systems provides a variety of APIMs that let you select the configuration of your choice. If port redundancy is not a requirement, then only one APIM needs to be installed.
The HSIM-A6DP supports two types of Virtual Channels: Permanent Virtual Channels (PVCs), and Switched Virtual Channels (SVCs), which are compliant with the ATM Forum’s User-Network-Interface (UNI) for SVC signaling specification.

1.4 FEATURES

ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs)
The HSIM-A6DP supports two Cabletron Systems APIMs for ATM connectivity and redundancy. You can easily install APIMs into the HSIM-A6DP for the interface of your choice. The two APIMs installed may be of any combination of physical layer cable type and bandwidth. For example the APIM installed in slot 1 could support Twisted Pair cable and provide 155 Mbps of bandwidth, while the APIM installed in slot 2 could support Coaxial cable and provide 45 Mbps of bandwidth.
Appendix A,
APIM Specifications
the HSIM-A6DP.
, details all of the APIMs available for
MIB Support
For additional information on how to extract and compile individual MIBs, refer to the Release Notes, or contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support (refer to Section 1.7,
LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs
Getting Help
).
Cabletron Systems provides a visual diagnostic and monitoring system called LANVIEW. The HSIM-A6DP LANVIEW LEDs help you to quickly identify transmit/receive and link status.
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1.5 SPECIFICATIONS

This section describes environment specifications and safety requirements for the HSIM-A6DP. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice.
Environment
Operating T emperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
°
Storage T emperature: -30
C to 73°C (-22°F to 164°F)
Operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Regulatory Compliance
Safety: UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950,
EN 60950, IEC 950, and 73/23/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): FCC Part 15, VCCI V-3, EN 55022,
CSA C108.8, EN 50082-1, 89/336/EEC,
AS/NZS 3548

1.6 RELATED MANUALS

Use the following manuals to supplement the procedures and other technical data provided in this manual.
Cabletron Systems Cabletron Systems
NOTE
The documentation for the interface module or standalone hub in which the HSIM-A6DP will be installed will also assist you in the installation and setup of the HSIM-A6DP.
ATM Technology Guide
Cabling Guide
The manuals referenced above can be obtained on the World Wide Web in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) at the following site:
http://www.cabletron.com/
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Getting Help

1.7 GETTING HELP

If you need additional support related to this device, or if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning this manual, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center:
Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@ctron.com FTP ctron.com (134.141.197.25)
Login Password
BBS (603) 335-3358
Modem setting 8N1: 8 data bits, No parity, 1 stop bit
For additional information about Cabletron Systems or our products, visit our World Wide Web site: For technical support, select
Before calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center, have the following information ready:
Your Cabletron Systems service contract number
anonymous your email address
http://www.cabletron.com/
Service and Support
.
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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CHAPTER 2

INSTALLATION

This chapter contains instructions for the following tasks:
Unpacking the HSIM (Section 2.1)
Installing APIMs (Section 2.2)
Installing an HSIM (Section 2.3)
To install the HSIM and APIMs, you need the following tools:
Antistatic wrist strap (provided with the 6C105 chassis or standalone
hub)
Phillips screwdriver

2.1 UNPACKING THE HSIM

Unpack the HSIM as follows:
The HSIM-A6DP and the host module or hub are sensitive to static discharges. Use an antistatic wrist strap and observe all
!
CAUTION
static precautions during this procedure. Failure to do so could result in damage to the HSIM-A6DP, the host module, or hub.
1. Remove the shipping box material covering the HSIM.
2. Carefully remove the module from the shipping box. Leave the
module in its non-conductive bag until you are ready to install the module.
3. Attach the antistatic wrist strap (refer to the instructions on the
antistatic wrist strap package).
4. After removing the module from its non-conductive bag, visually
inspect the device. If you notice any signs of damage, contact Cabletron Systems Global Call Center immediately. Refer to
Section 1.7.
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2.2 INSTALLING APIMs

Only qualified personnel should install or service this unit.
To install an APIM into the HSIM-A6DP, refer to Figure 2-1 and
Figure 2-2 and perform the following steps:
1. Attach the antistatic wrist strap (refer to the instructions on the
antistatic wrist strap package).
2. Remove and save the three faceplate screws attaching the faceplate to
the HSIM. Remove the HSIM faceplate.
3. Remove and save the three screws from the HSIM standoffs. Remove
the APIM coverplate.
4. Insert the APIM connector into the HSIM connector pins.
Standoff Screws
APIM
Coverplate
HSIM Standoffs
207733
Figure 2-1 Removing the APIM Coverplate
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APIM 1
Installing APIMs
APIM Screws
APIM Connector
HSIM
HSIM Connector Pins
Standoffs
207734
HSIM
Faceplate Screws
APIM 2
HSIM-A6DP
Figure 2-2 Installing an APIM
5. Press down firmly on the APIM until the pins slide all the way into the
connector. Ensure the APIM sits flush on the standoffs.
6. Secure the APIM with the three screws saved in Step 3.
7. Reattach the faceplate to the HSIM using the three screws saved in
Step 2.
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2.3 INSTALLING AN HSIM

Only qualified personnel should install or service this unit.
You can install an HSIM in any Cabletron Systems device that supports HSIM technology (e.g., 2E42-27, 6E132-25). Refer to the release notes for the version of firmware running on the Cabletron Systems device to ensure that the HSIM-A6DP is supported. The following subsections provide generic instructions for installing an HSIM-A6DP in a module or in a standalone hub.

2.3.1 Installing an HSIM in an Interface Module

To install an HSIM-A6DP in a module that supports HSIM technology:
1. Disconnect all cables from the interface module. Note the ports to
which these cables attach.
2. Attach the antistatic wrist strap (refer to the instructions outlined on
the antistatic wrist strap package).
3. Unlock the top and bottom plastic locking tabs of the module
faceplate.
4. Slide out the module, and place it on its side with the internal
components facing up.
5. Remove and save the two faceplate mounting screws securing the
HSIM coverplate and remove the coverplate. See Figure 2-3.
6. Remove and save the two standoff screws. See Figure 2-3.
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Coverplate
Faceplate Mounting
Screws
Installing an HSIM
Standoff Screws
207735
Figure 2-3 Removing the HSIM Coverplate
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APIM 1
Standoff Screws
HSIM Connector
Faceplate Mounting Screws
APIM 2
Standoffs
207736
Pins
Figure 2-4 Installing the HSIM-A6DP
7. Place the HSIM behind the module faceplate. See Figure 2-4.
8. Insert the connector of the HSIM into the HSIM connector pins on the
module.
9. Press down firmly on the back of the HSIM until the pins slide all the
way into the connector holes.
10. Secure the HSIM to the faceplate using the two screws saved in Step 5.
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NOTE
In Step 11 ensure that the standoffs on the interface module align with the standoff screw holes on the HSIM to prevent bending pins.
11. Secure the HSIM to the standoffs with the two screws saved in Step 6.
12. Reinstall the module in the chassis.
13. Reattach the network cabling to the module.
14. Refer to Chapter 3 for instructions on configuring the HSIM-A6DP
using Local Management.

2.3.2 Installing an HSIM in a Standalone Hub

T o install an HSIM into a standalone hub that supports HSIM technology, perform the following steps:
1. Power down the hub and remove the power cord.
2. Disconnect all cables from the hub. Note the ports to which these
cables attach.
Ensure that you remove the power cord and ONLY the screws required to remove the chassis cover. Failure to comply could result in an electric shock hazard.
3. Attach the antistatic wrist strap (refer to the instructions outlined on
the antistatic wrist strap package).
4. Remove the hub chassis cover (refer to your specific hub
documentation for instructions on removing the hub chassis cover).
5. Remove and save the two faceplate mounting screws securing the
HSIM coverplate and remove the coverplate. See Figure 2-3.
6. Remove and save the two standoff screws. See Figure 2-3.
7. Place the HSIM behind the hub faceplate. See Figure 2-4.
8. Insert the connector of the HSIM into the HSIM connector pins on the
hub.
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NOTE
In Step 9 ensure that the standoffs on the hub align with the standoff screw holes on the HSIM to prevent bending the pins.
9. Press down firmly on the back of the HSIM until the pins slide all the
way into the connector holes.
10. Secure the HSIM to the faceplate using the screws saved in Step 5.
11. Secure the HSIM to the standoffs using the screws saved in Step 6.
Ensure that the chassis cover is in place before reconnecting the power cord.
12. Reattach the chassis cover to the hub, reconnect the power cord, and
reconnect the hub to your network.
13. Refer to Chapter 3 for instructions on configuring the HSIM-A6DP
using Local Management.
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CHAPTER 3

LOCAL MANAGEMENT

This chapter explains how to view current ATM connections, configure Permanent Virtual Channels (PVCs), configure LAN Emulation Clients (LECs), view Emulated LAN (ELAN) properties, perform searches of the HSIM-A6DP LEC ARP Cache, configure bandwidth allocation for PVCs, configure the APIMs installed in the HSIM-A6DP for redundancy, and configure operating parameters for Switched Virtual Channels (SVCs) and LAN Emulation using Local Management.
NOTE
When installed, the HSIM-A6DP provides additional Local Management features. These features are accessed by entering Local Management of the host interface module or standalone hub. Refer to the host device User’s Guide to establish a Local Management connection.
The following must be completed before configuring the HSIM-A6DP through Local Management:
Installation of an APIM in the HSIM-A6DP
Installation of the HSIM-A6DP in the host interface module or
standalone hub with the host device up and running
Configuration and proper connection of a Local Management terminal
to the host interface module or standalone hub in which the HSIM-A6DP resides
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3.1 LOCAL MANAGEMENT KEYBOARD
CONVENTIONS
All key names appear in this manual as capital letters. For example, the Enter key appears as ENTER and the Backspace key appears as BACKSPACE. Table 3-1 explains the keyboard conventions used in this manual as well as the key functions.
Table 3-1 Keyboard Conventions
Key Function
ENTER Key and RETURN Key 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.
SPACE Bar and BACKSPACE Key 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.
Arrow Keys These are navigation keys. Use the
UP-ARROW, DOWN-ARROW, LEFT-ARROW, and RIGHT-ARROW keys to move the screen cursor. For example, “Use the arrow ke ys” means to press whichever arrow key moves the cursor to the desired field on the Local Management screen.
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Navigating Local Management Screens

3.2 NAVIGATING LOCAL MANAGEMENT SCREENS

The HSIM-A6DP Local Management application consists of a series of menu screens. Navigate through Local Management by selecting items from the menu screens. Figure 3-1 shows the hierarchy of the HSIM-A6DP Local Management screens.
(Standalone Hub View)
High Speed Configuration
High Speed Configuration
(Interface Module View)
HSIM
ATM Screens
ATM Connections Screens
CONNECTIONS APIM REDUNDANCY LAN EMULATION CLIENTS SIGNALLING DISCOVERY ELAN SETUP
CONNECTION TABLE Bandwidth Allocation Mode
LEC TABLE LEC ADMINISTRATION LEC PROPERTIES LEC ARP CACHE
Add/Delete Entry
LEC ARP CACHE SEARCH
LEC ARP CACHE SEARCH RESULTS
Figure 3-1 HSIM-A6DP Local Management Screen Hierarchy
3.2.1 Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items
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.

3.2.2 Exiting 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.
NOTE
The user can also exit Local Management screens by pressing ESC twice. This exit method does not warn about unsaved changes and all unsaved changes will be lost.
3. Exit from HSIM-A6DP 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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