Enterasys Networks 5H103-48, 5H102-48 User Manual

5H102-48 and 5H103-48

Fast Ethernet Installation Guide

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Contents

Figures ............................................................................................................................................ix

Tables.............................................................................................................................................. x

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Using This Guide....................... ............................................. ...... ................................... xi

Structure of This Guide ...................................................................................................xi

Related Documents........................................................................................................xii

Document Conventions.................................................................................................xiii

Getting Help..................................................................................................................xiv

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INTRODUCTION

1.1 Connectivity.....................................................................................................1-3

1.2 Half-Duplex/Full-Duplex Auto-Negotiation ......................................................1-3

1.3 Port Trunking...................................................................................................1-3

1.4 Remote Monitoring (RMON) ..... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ...... ................................1-3

1.5 Port/VLAN Redirect Function..........................................................................1-4

1.6 Flow Control....................................................................................................1-4

1.7 802.1 Port Priority ...........................................................................................1-4

1.8 Management ...................................................................................................1-4

1.9 Switching Options ...........................................................................................1-5

1.10 Standards Compatibility ...................................................................... ...... ......1-5

1.11 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs ............................................................................1-5

NETWORK REQUIREMENTS

2.1 Port Trunking Feature .....................................................................................2-1

2.2 10BASE-T Network.........................................................................................2-1

2.3 100BASE-TX Network.....................................................................................2-2

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INSTALLATION

3.1 Unpacking the Module ....................................................................................3-2

3.2 Installing the Module into the 5C105 Chassis.................................................3-3

3.3 Connecting to the Network..............................................................................3-5

3.3.1 Connecting UTP Cables to the 5H102-48.......................................3-5

3.3.2 Connecting UTP Cables to the 5H103-48.......................................3-8

3.4 Completing the Installation............................................................................3-10

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INDEX

TROUBLESHOOTING

4.1 Using LANVIEW..............................................................................................4-1

4.2 Troubleshooting Checklist...............................................................................4-5

4.3 Using the RESET Button.................................................................................4-7

SPECIFICATIONS

A.1 Module Specifications .....................................................................................A-1

A.2 Physical Properties .........................................................................................A-1

A.3 Environmental Requirements..........................................................................A-1

A.4 Input/Output Ports...........................................................................................A-2

A.5 COM Port Pinout Assignments .......................................................................A-2

A.6 Regulatory Compliance...... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... .............................................A-3

MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS AND OPTIONS

B.1 Required Tools................................................................................................B-1

B.2 Setting the Mode Switches..............................................................................B-2

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Figures

Figure Page

1-1 The 5H102-48 and 5H103-48 Modules...........................................................................1-2

3-1 Installing a Module into the 5C105 Chassis....................................................................3-4

3-2 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the 5H102-48....................................................3-6

3-3 Crossover Cable RJ45 Pinouts.......................................................................................3-7

3-4 Straight-Through Cable RJ45 Pinouts.............................................................................3-7

3-5 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the 5H103-48....................................................3-8

3-6 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter.....................................................................3-9

3-7 Example of Cable Placement When Using the RJ21 Angle Adapters............................3-9

4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (both modules).....................................................................................4-2

4-2 RESET Button (both modules)........................................................................................4-7

B-1 Mode Switch Location.....................................................................................................B-2

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Tables

Table Page

3-1 Contents of Module Carton................................................................. ....... ...................3-2

4-1 LANVIEW LEDs............................................................................................................4-3

4-2 Troubleshooting Checklist............................................................................................4-5

A-1 COM Port Pin Assignments......................................................................................... A-2

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About This Guide

Welcome to the 5H102-48 and 5H103-48 Fast Ethernet Installation Guide. This guide
describes the Fast Ethernet modules and provides information concerning network requirements,
installation, and troubleshooting. For information about how to use Local Management to
configure and manage the module, refer to the MATRIX E5 Series Modules (5H1xx and 5G1xx)
Local Management User’s Guide.

Important Notice

Depending on the firmware version used in the module, some features described in this document
may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the module to determine which
features are supported.

USING THIS GUIDE

Read through this guide to completely understand the module capabilities and how to install the
modules.

A general working knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 type data communications networks
and their physical layer components is helpful when using this module.

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NOTE: In this document, the 5H102-48 or 5H103-48 may be referred to as either the

“switch,” or the “module.” When information applies to a specific module, the module will
be referred to by its name.

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combination of three alphabetic characters).

indicates the generic use of a letter (e.g., xxx indicates any

STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE

This guide is organized as follows:
This chapter provides preliminary information to aid in using this manual, lists technology and

user guides that may help the user set up and manage t he module, an d gi v es ins truct ions on ho w to
get help.

Chapter 1, Introduction, provides an overview of the modules and their features.

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Related Documents

Chapter 2, Network Requirements, outlines the network re quirements that must be met before

installing the module.

Chapter 3, Installation, provides instructions on how to install the module, and connect segments

to the modules.

Chapter 4, Troubleshooting, describes the function of the LANVIEW LEDs, which can help to

quickly diagnose network/operational problems.

Appendix A, Specifications, contains information on functionality and operating specifications,

connector pinouts, environmental requirements, and physical properties.

Appendix B, Mode Switch Bank Settings and Options, describes how to set the Mode Switch

and install options.

RELATED DOCUMENTS

The following documents can help in setting up and manage the module:

• MATRIX E5 Series Modules (5H1xx and 5G1xx) Local Management User’s Guide

• 5C105 MATRIX E5 Overview and Setup Guide

• Ethernet Technology Guide

• Cabling Guide

The manuals listed above can be obtained from the World Wide Web in Adobe Acrobat Portable
Document Forma t (PDF) at the fo llowing site:

http://www.enterasys.com

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DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS

The guide uses the following conventions:

NOTE: Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special
importance.

TIP: Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions.

CAUTION: Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD: Warns against an action that could result in personal injury or

death due to an electrical hazard.

WARNING: Warns against an action that could result in personal injury or death.

Document Conventions

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Getting Help

GETTING HELP

For additional support related to the product or this document, contact Enterasys Networks using
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Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message.

Before contacting Enterasys Networks, have the following information ready:

• Your Enterasys Networks service contract number

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• 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 Enterasys Networks 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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