Cabletron Systems WPIM-SY Management Manual

WPIM-SY

LOCAL MANAGEMENT GUIDE

NOTICE

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

The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IN NO EVENT SHALL CABLETRON SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,

INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS MANUAL OR
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN IT, EVEN IF CABLETRON SYSTEMS HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF, KNOWN, OR SHOULD HAVE KNOWN, THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.

© Copyright 1995 by:
Cabletron Systems, Inc., P.O. Box 5005, Rochester, NH 03866-5005

All Rights Reserved
Printed in the United States of America
Part Number: 9031483-01 November 1995

BRIM, EMM-E6, MicroMMAC

of Cabletron Systems, Inc.

All other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.

and

NBR-620

are registered trademarks and

WPIM

is a trademark

Printed On Recycled Paper

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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

IC NOTICE

The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment
meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The
department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.

Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the
facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an
acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the company’ s inside wiring associated with a single
line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone
extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not
prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility
designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or
equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to
disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power
facility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together.
This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

CAUTION:

THEMSELVES, BUT SHOULD CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE ELECTRIC INSPECTION
AUTHORITY, OR ELECTRICAN, AS APPROPRIATE.

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 Industry Canada.

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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USERS SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE SUCH CONNECTIONS

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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.

CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC.

PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT

IMPORTANT

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 ENCLOSED PRODUCT, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BECOME
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THE LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY. IF YOU DO NOT
AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT , PR OMPTLY RETURN THE UNUSED
PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND.

: Before utilizing this product, carefully read this License Agreement.

CABLETRON SOFTWARE PROGRAM LICENSE

1. LICENSE.
package subject to the terms and conditions of this License Agreement.

You may not copy, reproduce or transmit any part of the Program except as permitted by the
Copyright Act of the United States or as authorized in writing by Cabletron.

2. OTHER RESTRICTIONS. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the
Program.

You have the right to use only the one (1) copy of the Program provided in this

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.

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EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY

1. EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY.
writing, Cabletron makes no warranty, expressed or implied, concerning the Program (including
its documentation and media).

CABLETRON DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, OTHER THAN THOSE SUPPLIED TO
YOU BY CABLETRON IN WRITING, EITHER EXPRESS 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
ON THE DURATION OR LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTEES IN SOME
INSTANCES THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.

Except as may be specifically provided by Cabletron in

UNITED STATES 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) (1) (ii) and its
successors, and use, duplication, disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in
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7013. Cabletron Systems, Inc., 35 Industrial Way, Rochester, New Hampshire 03867.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 USING THIS MANUAL................................................................1-1

1.2 WPIM-SY FEATURES.................................................................1-2

1.3 WPIM-SY SPECIFICATIONS......................................................1-4

1.4 RELATED MANUALS..................................................................1-5

1.5 GETTING HELP..........................................................................1-5

CHAPTER 2 LOCAL MANAGEMENT

2.1 THE WAN PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION SCREEN..................2-2

2.1.1 WAN Physical Configuration Screen Fields ...................2-2

2.1.2 WPIM-SY Configuration Fields.......................................2-3

2.2 THE WAN INTERFACE CONFIGURATION SCREEN ...............2-5

2.2.1 WAN Interface Configuration Screen Fields...................2-5

2.3 PPP CONFIGURATION..............................................................2-8

2.3.1 WPIM-SY Physical Configuration...................................2-9

2.3.2 WPIM-SY Interface Configuration ................................2-10

2.4 LEX CONFIGURATION.............................................................2-11

2.4.1 WPIM-SY Physical Configuration.................................2-11

2.4.2 WPIM-SY Interface Configuration ................................2-12

2.5 FRAME RELAY CONFIGURATION..........................................2-13

2.5.1 WPIM-SY Physical Configuration.................................2-14

2.5.2 WPIM-SY Interface Configuration ................................2-15

APPENDIX A WAN INTERFACE CABLE PINOUTS

A.1 SERIAL CABLES ASSEMBLIES AND PINOUTS.......................A-1

A.1.1 EIA-449...........................................................................A-2

A.1.2 V.35................................................................................A-3

A.1.3 EIA-232...........................................................................A-4

A.1.4 X.21................................................................................A-5

A.1.5 EIA-530...........................................................................A-6

A.1.6 EIA-530 ALT A................................................................A-7

A.1.7 EIA-530A........................................................................A-8

A.1.8 EIA-530A ALT A.............................................................A-9

APPENDIX B WAN TERMS AND ACRONYMS

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Cabletron Systems WPIM-SY Local Management Guide
This manual explains how to use Local Management to control and
manage the Cabletron Systems WPIM-SY. Appendix A in this manual
provides connector and pinout information for the WPIM-SY.

The WPIM-SY resides in and provides connectivity/functionality to
Cabletron Systems Wide Area Network (WAN) modules such as the
BRIM-W6.

Before using this manual you must:

• Install the WPIM-SY in a Wide Area Network module. Refer to the
appropriate manual (i.e., the
installation and troubleshooting procedures.

• Setup and access Local Management. Refer to the appropriate MIM,
standalone hub, or module User’s Guide for instructions on setting
up and accessing local management.

BRIM-W6 User’s Guide

) for

.

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 WPIM-SY. You should have a general working knowledge of the
following data communications networks and their physical layer
components before using the WPIM-SY.

•WAN

• Ethernet and IEEE 802.3

• Token Ring and 802.5

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CHAPTER 1:

INTRODUCTION

The following list briefly explains each chapter of the WPIM-SY manual:

Chapter 1,

Introduction

, outlines the contents of this manual, describes
WPIM-SY features, lists specifications, and concludes with a list of
related manuals.

Chapter 2,

Local Management

, describes how to use Local Management

to setup the WPIM-SY.

Appendix A,

WAN Interface Cable Pinouts

, provides Cabletron part
numbers, and detailed connector and pinout information for the interface
cables used with the WPIM-SY.

Appendix B,

WAN T erms and Acronyms

, is a brief glossary of the terms

used in this book.

1.2 WPIM-SY FEATURES

The WPIM-SY provides a synchronous serial connection to external
communications equipment (e.g., a multiplexer or CSU/DSU). The
WPIM-SY uses a subminiature 26-pin connector that supports the
following electrical signal interfaces:

• EIA-RS232D 1.2 Kbps - 19.2 Kbps

• EIA-RS449 1.2 Kbps - 2.048 Mbps

• EIA-RS530 1.2 Kbps - 2.048 Mbps

• X.21 1.2 Kbps - 2.048 Mbps

• V.35 1.2 Kbps - 2.048 Mbps

• EIA-530A 1.2 Kbps - 2.048 Mbps

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WPIM-SY FEATURES

Table 1-1 lists the available Cabletron Interface Cable part numbers.

Appendix A

provides complete part number and cable pinout

information.

Table 1-1. Cabletron Interface Cables

Interface
Type

RS449 RS422 RS449 9380120
V.35 V.35 V.35 9380121
RS232 RS232 RS232 9380122
X.21 X.21 X.21 9380123
RS530 RS422 RS530 9380124
RS530A RS422 RS530A 9380126
RS530 ALT A RS422 RS530 ALT A 9380125
RS530A ALT A RS422 RS530 A ALT A 9380127

WAN Protocols

Electrical
Type

Cable
Type

Cabletron
Part Number

As of this printing, the module in which the WPIM-SY is installed
supports the following WAN protocols (refer to the Release Notes
included with the host MIM or standalone hub for a list of current
protocols):

• Point to Point Protocol (LCP) as defined by RFC 1661

• Point to Point Protocol (BNCP) as defined by RFC 1638

• Point to Point Protocol LAN Extender (PPP/LEX)

• Frame Relay as defined by RFC 1490

MIB Support

Refer to the Release Notes included with the host MIM or standalone hub
for a list of all MIBs supported by the WPIM-SY. For information about
how to extract and compile individual MIBs, contact Cabletron Systems
Technical Support (see

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Getting Help

).

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1.3 WPIM-SY SPECIFICATIONS

This section describes the environmental specifications and safety and
approval requirements for the WPIM-SY. Cabletron Systems reserves the
right to change these specifications at any time without notice.

Environmental Requirements

Operating Temperature: +5° to +40°C (41° to 104°F)

°

Non-operating Temperature: -30

Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Safety

This unit meets the safety requirements of UL1950 (without D3
deviations), CSA C22.2 No. 950, and EN60950.

to +90°C (-22° to 194°F)

EMI

This unit meets the EMI requirements of FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55022
Class A and VCCI Class I.

EMC

This unit meets the EMC requirements of EN50082-1 including: IEC
801-2 (ESD), IEC 801-3 (Radiated Susceptibility), and IEC 801-4
(EFT/B).

NEBS

This unit has been tested by Bellcore and found to comply with the
following Bellcore standards:

TR-NWT-000063 Network Equipment Building System (NEBS)

Generic Equipment Requirements.

GR-1089-CORE EMC and Electrical Safety Generic Criteria for

Network Telecommunications Equipment.

It is the responsibility of the person who sells the system to

WARNING

which the WPIM-SY will be a part to ensure that the total
system meets allowed limits of conducted and radiated
emissions.

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RELATED MANUALS

1.4 RELATED MANUALS

Refer to the manual included with the host Wide Area Network module
(e.g., the

BRIM-W6 User’s Guide

) to supplement the procedures and
other technical data provided in this manual. Refer to the MIM,
standalone hub or module User’s Guides and/or Local Management
Guides for local management setup information. This manual references
procedures in these manuals, where appropriate, but does not repeat them.

1.5 GETTING HELP

If you need additional support related to the WPIM-SY, or if you hav e any
questions, comments, or suggestions concerning this manual, contact
Cabletron Systems Technical Support:

By phone.......................... [phone]

Monday-Friday; 8am - 8pm Eastern Time

By CompuServe............... GO CTRON from any ! prompt

By Internet mail............... [e-mail]

By FTP............................. ctron.com (134.141.197.25)

Login:

anonymous

, Password:

your email address

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CHAPTER 2

LOCAL MANAGEMENT

This Chapter explains how to configure the WPIM-SY through Local
Management. The

Interface Configuration screen

WAN Physical Configuration screen

appear as Local Management menu
selections after you install the WPIM-SY into a WAN module such as the
BRIM-W6 and then install the BRIM into a MIM or standalone hub.
Refer to the MIM or standalone hub User’s Guide for instructions about
how to setup and access Local Management.

Sections of this chapter include:

• The WAN Physical Configuration screen 2.1

• The WAN Interface Configuration screen 2.2

and the

WAN

• PPP Configuration 2.3

• LEX Configuration 2.4

• Frame Relay Configuration 2.5

Read Sections 2.1 and 2.2 to gain an understanding of the WPIM-SY
Local Management screens. Sections 2.3 through 2.5 provide examples
for setting up the WPIM-SY in a PPP (LEX or BNCP) or Frame Relay
environment.

Navigate through the WPIM Local Management Screens by

TIP

using the following keyboard commands:
SPACEBAR to toggle between selections in a field.
ENTER (RETURN) to implement a selection.
Arrow keys to move up, down or sideways within the screen.

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