Cabletron Systems TRMIM-62A User Manual
TRMIM-62A
TOKEN RING MEDIA INTERFACE MODULE
USER’S GUIDE
NOTICE
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Copyright 1996 by Cabletron Systems, Inc,. P.O. Box 5005, Rochester, NH 03866-5005
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Order Number: 9031753-01 October 1996
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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:
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:
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
Changes or modifications made to this device which are not expressly approved by the
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.
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.
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Getting Help.................................................................................1-2
1.2 Document Conventions...............................................................1-2
1.3 Using This Manual.......................................................................1-2
1.4 TRMIM-62A Features..................................................................1-3
1.4.1 Active TCU Lobe Ports ...................................................1-3
1.4.2 Jumper-Selectable Ring Speed......................................1-4
1.4.3 Speed-Fault Protection...................................................1-4
1.4.4 Beaconing Protection...................................................... 1-4
1.4.5 TRMIM-62A Management ..............................................1-5
1.4.6 Visual Monitoring With LANVIEW LEDs.........................1-5
1.5 Related Manuals..........................................................................1-5
1.6 Recommended Reading..............................................................1-6
CHAPTER 2 REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 Installation Guidelines ................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Management Module Requirements ........................................... 2-2
2.3 Cabling Guidelines ...................................................................... 2-2
2.3.1 Maintaining Port/Cabling Impedance Matching ..............2-2
2.3.2 Recommended Lobe Lengths......................................... 2-2
2.4 Setting The Ring Speed .............................................................. 2-3
2.4.1 Management Configuration Overrides............................2-4
2.5 General Specifications.................................................................2-5
2.5.1 Safety.............................................................................. 2-5
2.5.2 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).............................2-5
2.5.3 Physical ..........................................................................2-5
2.5.4 Environmental.................................................................2-5
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Unpacking And Handling The TRMIM-62A..................................3-1
3.2 Installing The TRMIM-62A ...........................................................3-2
3.3 Attaching Stations........................................................................3-4
3.4 Checking The Installation.............................................................3-6
CHAPTER 4 MONITORING AND TROUBLESHOOTING
4.1 Using LANVIEW LEDs.................................................................4-1
4.2 Troubleshooting The Network......................................................4-3
INDEX
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the
User’s Guide
TRMIM-62A Token Ring Media Interface Module
. This manual describes how to configure, install, and attach
stations to the TRMIM-62A. It also describes how to monitor the
operational status of the module and how to troubleshoot any operational
or installation problems that may arise.
The TRMIM-62A (see Figure 1-1), is an IEEE 802.5 compliant Token
Ring Media Interface Module (MIM) providing 12 coaxial lobe
connection ports. It is designed for installation into Cabletron Systems
series of Multi Media Access Centers (MMACs).
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Figure 1-1 The TRMIM-62A
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INTRODUCTION
1.1 GETTING HELP
If you need technical assistance with the TRMIM-62A, or if you have an y
questions, comments, or suggestions concerning this manual, contact
Cabletron Systems Technical Support:
By phone (603) 332-9400
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Monday-Friday; 8
. – 8 P.M. Eastern Time
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By Internet mail support@ctron.com
By FTP ctron.com or 134.141.197.25
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1.2 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used throughout this document:
Calls the reader’s attention to information that may be of
NOTE
CAUTION
!
special importance
Contains information essential to avoid damage to the
equipment
Warns against any action that could result in equipment
damage or personal injury
1.3 USING THIS MANUAL
Prior to installing and operating the TRMIM-62A, read through this
manual to familiarize yourself with the features of the TRMIM-62A. You
should have a general working knowledge of the IEEE 802.5 standard for
Token Ring networks before installing and operating the TRMIM-62A or
attempting to troubleshoot any installation/network problems you may
encounter.
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