Enterasys Networks VHSIM2-A6DP User Manual
VHSIM2-A6DP
User’s Guide
APIM 1 APIM 2
STS
LNK
APIM-21R
VHSIM2-A6DP
STS
LNK
APIM-21R
9032825-02
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SAFETY INFORMATION
CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS
THE APIM-29, APIM-29LR, VAPIM-39, AND VAPIM-39LR ARE ATM PORT
INTERFACE MODULES THAT 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 S erv ic es (FDA).
• IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnical Commission).
• CENELEC EN 60825 (European Committee for El ec tro technical 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.
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 -12.6 dBm or 55 x 10
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
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 mu st be removed from the network adapter.
-2
or 8 x 103 W m2 sr-1.
-6
watts.
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Contents
Figures ............................................................................................................................................ x
Tables.............................................................................................................................................xii
ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Who Should Use This Guide.........................................................................................xiii
Structure of this Guide ..................................................................................................xiii
Related Manuals ...........................................................................................................xiv
1
2
3
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Overview.........................................................................................................1-1
1.1.1 ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs and VAPIMs).........................1-2
1.1.2 MIB Support.....................................................................................1-2
1.1.3 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs.............................................................1-2
1.2 Getting Help ....................................................................................................1-3
INSTALLATION
2.1 Unpacking the VHSIM2-A6DP........................................................................2-1
2.2 Installing APIMs ................. ............................................. ....... .........................2-2
2.3 Installing VAPIMs................................................................... ...... ...................2-5
2.4 Installing a VHSIM............................................... ...... ......................................2-8
2.4.1 Installing a VHSIM2-A6DP in an Interface Module..........................2-8
2.4.2 Installing a VHSIM2-A6DP in a Standalone Device ............ ...... ....2-1 1
LOCAL MANAGEMENT
3.1 Using Local Management Screens.................................................................3-2
3.1.1 Local Management Screen Elements..............................................3-2
3.1.2 Local Management Keyboard Conventions.....................................3-5
3.1.3 Navigating Local Management Screens..........................................3-6
3.1.3.1 Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items..........3-6
3.1.3.2 Exiting Local Management Screens................................3-7
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3.2 Accessing the VHSIM2-A6DP ATM Screen....................................................3-8
3.3 ATM Connections Screen ......................................... ...... ...... ....... ...... ....... ....3-10
3.4 ATM Connection Setup Screen.....................................................................3-11
3.5 Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments............................................3-14
3.5.1 Adding Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments ................3-17
3.5.2 Modifying an Entry (Vport).............................................................3-19
3.5.3 Deleting an Entry (Vport) ...............................................................3-19
3.5.4 Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen Example.3-20
3.6 Add/Delete Entry Screen...............................................................................3-21
3.6.1 Adding an Entry (PVC) ..................................................................3-22
3.6.2 Modifying an Entry (PVC)..............................................................3-23
3.6.3 Deleting an Entry (PVC) ................................................................3-23
3.7 ATM Connection Setup By Virtual Interface Screen .....................................3-24
3.7.1 Selecting a Virtual Interface...........................................................3-26
3.8 Physical Port Configuration Menu Screen ....................................................3-27
3.9 Port Framer Configuration Screen ........................................ ....... ...... ...........3-28
3.9.1 Configuring an APIM .....................................................................3-30
3.10 ATM Port Redundancy Configuration Screen........... ...... ...... ....... ...... ...........3-30
3.10.1 Setting the Redundancy Status.....................................................3-33
3.10.2 Setting the Primary Port ................................................................3-33
3.10.3 Setting the Active Port...................................................................3-34
3.10.4 Setting the Activation of Redundant Port Field..............................3-34
3.10.5 Setting the Revert to Primary Port Field........................................3-34
3.10.6 Setting the Periodic Test Status Field ...........................................3-35
3.10.7 Setting the Periodic Test Time ......................................................3-35
3.10.8 Using the TEST PORTS NOW Command ....................................3-36
3.10.9 Using the RESET TO FACTORY DEFAULTS Command.............3-36
3.11 LAN Emulation Clients Screen......................................................................3-36
3.12 LEC Table Screen.........................................................................................3-38
3.13 LEC Administration Screen...........................................................................3-40
3.13.1 Changing the LEC Status of an Existing LEC ...............................3-44
3.13.2 Configuring a New LEC Automatically...........................................3-44
3.13.3 Configuring a New LEC Manually..................................................3-45
3.13.4 Modifying an Existing LEC.............................................................3-47
3.13.5 Deleting an Existing LEC...............................................................3-48
3.14 LEC Properties Screen .................................................................................3-48
3.14.1 Viewing Multiple ELANs ................................................................3-51
3.15 LEC ARP Cache Screen...............................................................................3-52
3.15.1 Performing a Search......................................................................3-54
3.16 LEC Priority Queues Screen.........................................................................3-54
3.16.1 Assigning Priorities to a LEC.........................................................3-56
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3.17 Signalling Screen ..........................................................................................3-57
3.17.1 Changing the UNI Version.............................................................3-59
3.17.2 Changing the ILMI Status to Disabled...........................................3-59
3.17.3 Changing the UNI Status...............................................................3-60
3.17.4 Restarting UNI.............................. ....... ...... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....3-60
3.17.5 Restarting the ILMI .......................................... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....3-60
3.18 Traffic Management Screen..........................................................................3-61
3.18.1 Setting up a Descriptor Profile.......................................................3-63
3.18.2 Modifying a Descriptor Profile........................................................3-63
3.18.3 Deleting a Descriptor Profile..........................................................3-63
3.19 Discovery ELAN Setup Screen.....................................................................3-64
3.19.1 Assigning the VHSIM2-A6DP to a Discovery ELAN......................3-66
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A
B
INDEX
LANVIEW LEDS
4.1 VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs ......................................................................................4-1
VHSIM2-A6DP SPECIFICATIONS
A.1 Specifications..................................................................................................A-1
APIM AND VAPIM SPECIFICATIONS
B.1 APIM-21 Specifications...................................................................................B-1
B.2 APIM-29 Specifications...................................................................................B-2
B.3 APIM-29LR Specifications ..............................................................................B-3
B.4 APIM-22 Specifications...................................................................................B-4
B.5 APIM-67 Specifications...................................................................................B-5
B.6 VAPIM-31 Specifications..................................... ...... ...................................... B - 7
B.7 VAPIM-39 Specifications..................................... ...... ...................................... B - 8
B.8 VAPIM-39LR Specifications............................................................................B-9
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Figures
Figure Page
1-1 VHSIM2-A6DP ................................................................................................................1-1
2-1 Removing the APIM Coverplate......................................................................................2-3
2-2 Installing an APIM ...........................................................................................................2-4
2-3 Removing the APIM Coverplate......................................................................................2-6
2-4 Installing a VAPIM...........................................................................................................2-7
2-5 Removi ng the VHSIM Coverpla te ................................ ...... ....... ...... ...... ....... ...... ....... ......2 -9
2-6 Installing the VHSIM2-A6DP .........................................................................................2-10
3-1 Example of a Local Management Screen .......................................................................3-3
3-2 VHSIM2-A6DP Local Management Screen Hierarchy....................................................3-6
3-3 VHSIM2-A6DP ATM Screen ...........................................................................................3-8
3-4 ATM Connectio ns Screen ..................................... ....... ...... ....... ....................................3-10
3-5 ATM Connection Setup Screen.....................................................................................3-11
3-6 Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen................................................3-14
3-7 Example Traffic Management PVC Priority Assignments Screen.................................3-20
3-8 Add/Delete Entry Screen...............................................................................................3-21
3-9 ATM Connection Setup By Virtual Interface Screen .....................................................3-24
3-10 Physical Port Configuration Menu Screen.....................................................................3-27
3-11 Port Framer Config urati on Scre en ..................................... ...........................................3-28
3-12 ATM Port Redunda ncy Configurat ion Screen .................... ....... ....................................3-31
3-13 LAN Emulation Clients Screens Menu..........................................................................3-37
3-14 LEC Table Screen.........................................................................................................3-38
3-15 LEC Administration Screen ...........................................................................................3-40
3-16 LEC Properties Screen..................................................................................................3-49
3-17 LEC ARP Cache Screen ...............................................................................................3-52
3-18 Traffic Managment LEC Priority Queues Screen ..........................................................3-55
3-19 Signalling Screen ..........................................................................................................3-57
3-20 Traffic Management Descriptor Profiles Screen............................................................3-61
3-21 ATM Discovery ELAN Setup Screen.............................................................................3-65
4-1 VHSIM2-A6DP and APIM/VAPIM LEDs..........................................................................4-1
B-1 APIM-21..........................................................................................................................B-1
B-2 APIM-29..........................................................................................................................B-2
B-3 APIM-29LR......................................................................................................................B-3
B-4 APIM-22 Pin Assignments...............................................................................................B-4
B-5 APIM-67R Default Jumper Settings ................................................................................B-6
B-6 APIM-67..........................................................................................................................B-6
x Figures
B-7 VAPIM-31........................................................................................................................B-7
B-8 VAPIM-39........................................................................................................................B-8
B-9 VAPIM-39LR...................................................................................................................B-9
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Tables
Table Page
3-1 Event Messages...........................................................................................................3-4
3-2 Keyboard Conventions .................................................................................................3-5
4-1 VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs....................................................................................................4-2
4-2 APIM LEDs...................................................................................................................4-2
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About This Guide
Welcome to the Enterasys Networks VHSIM2-A6DP User’s Guide. This manual provides the
following information:
• Describes VHSIM2-A6DP features
• Expla ins ho w to inst all the VHSIM2- A6DP in Enteras ys interf ace modul e or standalon e de vice
• Outlines specificatio ns for the Enterasys Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Very High
Speed Interface Module (VHSIM)
The VHSIM2-A6DP provides additional connectivity/functionality to various Enterasys interface
modules and standalone devices by providing redundant uplinks to networks using Asynchronous
Transfer Mode (ATM).
WHO SHOULD USE THIS GUIDE
This guide is for Enterasys service personnel and qualified customer maintenance personnel who
are familiar with installing networking systems and have a working knowledge of ATM networks
and LAN Emulation, and for system managers and others who perform network management
tasks.
STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE
Read through this guide completely to familiarize yourself with its content and to gain an
understanding of the features and capabilities of the VHSIM2-A6DP.
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1, Introduction, outlines the contents of this manual, describes VHSIM2-A6DP features
and concludes with a list of related manuals.
Chapter 2, Installation, describes how to install ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs and
VAPIMs) into the VHSIM2-A6DP. This chapter also explains how to install a VHSIM2-A6DP
into an interface module or a standalone device.
Chapter 3, Local Management, describes how to use the VHSIM2-A6DP Local Management
screens to configure the VHSIM2-A6DP for connection to an ATM network.
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Chapter 4, LANVIEW LEDs, describes ho w t o use th e VHSIM2-A6DP LEDs to moni tor VHSIM
performance and status.
Appendix A, VHSIM2-A6DP Specifications, describes environmental specifications and safety
requiremen ts for the VHSIM 2-A6DP.
Appendix B, APIM and VAPIM Specifications, describes specifications and features for each of
the APIMs and VAPIMs available for the VHSIM2-A6DP.
RELATED MANUALS
Use the following Enterasys Networks manuals to supplement the procedures and other technical
data provided in this manual.
• ATM Technology Guide
• Cabling Guide
NOTE: The documentation for the interface module or standalone device in which the
VHSIM2-A6DP will be installed will also assist you in the installation and setup of the
VHSIM2-A6DP.
The manuals reference d abov e can be obtai ned on the World Wide Web in Adobe Acrobat Portabl e
Document Format (PDF) at the following site:
http://www.enterasys.com/
NOTE: For additional information on ATM technology, visit the ATM Forum’s web site at
www.atmforum.com
All documentation for SecureFast VLAN Manager software can be found on the VLAN
Manager CD-ROM.
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DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used throughout this document:
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.
Related Manuals
bold type Bold type denotes text that the user should highlight or input on a screen. Bold type is also
used for emphasis and cross references to other sections and titles of this manual.
RETURN Indicates either the ENTER or RETURN key, depending on your keyboard.
ESC Indicates the keyboard Escape key.
SPACE bar Indicates the keyboard space bar key.
BACKSPACE Indicates the keyboard backspace key.
arrow keys Refers to the four keyboard arrow keys.
[-] Indicates the keyboard – key.
DEL Indicates the keyboard delete key.
italic type Italic type emphasizes important information, indicates variables, and indicates titles of
referenced documents.
n.nn A period in numerals signals the decimal point indicator (e.g., 1.75 equals one and three
fourths).
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x A lowercase italic x indicates the generic use of a letter (e.g., xxx indicates any combination
of three alphabetic characters).
n A lowercase italic n indicates the generic use of a number (e.g., 19nn indicates a four-digit
number in which the last two digits are unknown).
[ ] In the Local Management screens, brackets indicate that a value may be entered or selected.
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Introduction
This chapter provides a brief overview of the VHSIM2-A6DP and provides information on
obtaining additional help from Enterasys Networks.
Figure 1-1 VHSIM2-A6DP
1
APIM 1 APIM 2
STS
LNK
APIM-21R
VHSIM2-A6DP
STS
LNK
APIM-21R
2825_01
NOTE: Unless noted otherwise, all Enterasys Networks APIMs and VAPIMs available
for the VHSIM2-A6DP are referred to as “APIMs” in this document.
1.1 OVERVIEW
The VHSIM2-A6DP extends the functionality of the Enterasys Networks interface module or
standalone device to include remote uplink capability. It allows remote connectivity using ATM
technology.
Two APIMs can be installed in the VHSIM2-A6DP to provide redundant ATM links from the
VHSIM2-A6DP to a switched ATM network. Enterasys Networks provides a variety of APIMs
that allow the user to select the type of configuration that best meets the network requirements. If
port redundancy is not a requirement, then only one APIM needs to be installed.
The VHSIM2-A6DP supports two types of Virtual Channels: Permanent Virtual Channels (PVCs),
and Switched Virtual Channels (SVCs), which are compliant with the ATM Foru m’s
User-Network-Interface (UNI 3.0, UNI 3.1 and UNI 4.0) for SVC signaling specification.
Introduction 1-1
Overview
1.1.1 ATM Port Interface Modules (APIMs and VAPIMs)
The VHSIM2-A6DP supports two Enterasys Networks APIMs for ATM connectivity and
redundancy. APIMs for any in terface can be installed into the VHSIM2-A6DP. T he two APIMs
installed may be of an y co mb ina ti on of phy si cal layer cable type and bandwidth. For example, t he
APIM installed in slot 1 could support Twisted Pair cable and provide 155 Mbps of bandwidth,
while the APIM installed i n slot 2 could support Coaxi al cable and pro vide 45 Mbps of bandwidth.
Appendix B details all of the APIMs and VAPIMs available for the VHSIM2-A6DP.
1.1.2 MIB Support
For additional information on how to extract and compile individual MI Bs, refer to the Release
Notes, or contact Enterasys Networks for techn ical support. Refer to Section 1.2 for details.
1.1.3 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs
Enterasys Networks provides a visual diagnostic and monitoring system called LANVIEW. The
VHSIM2-A6DP LANVIEW LEDs help to quickly identify transmit/receive and link status.
1-2 Introduction
Getting Help
1.2 GETTING HELP
For additional support related to the product or this document, contact Enterasys Networks using
one of the following methods:
World Wide Web http://www.enterasys.com/
Phone (603) 332-9400
Internet mail support@enterasys.c om
FTP ftp://ftp.entera sys .com
Login
Password
To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the Technical Writing
Department via the following email address: TechWriting@enterasys.com
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
• A description of the failure
anonymous
your email address
• 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
Introduction 1-3
Installation
This chapter contains instructions for the following tasks:
• Unpacking the VHSIM2-A6DP (Section 2.1)
• Installing APIMs (Section 2.2)
• Installing a VHSIM2-A6DP (Section 2.4)
To install the VHSIM2-A6DP and APIMs, the following tools are required:
• Antistatic wrist strap (provided with the 6C105 chassis or standalone device)
• Phillips screwdriver
2.1 UNPACKING THE VHSIM2-A6DP
Unpack the VHSIM2-A6DP as follows:
CAUTION: The VHSIM2-A6DP and the host module or device are sensitive to static
discharges. Use an antistatic wrist strap and observe all static precautions during this
procedure. Failure to do so could result in damage to the VHSIM2-A6DP, the host
module, or device.
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1. Remove the shipping box material covering the VHSIM2-A6DP.
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 antist atic 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 Enterasys Networks immediately. Refer to Section 1.2.
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Installing APIMs
2.2 INSTALLING APIMs
NOTE: To install VAPIMs, refer to Section 2.3.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD: Only qualified personnel should install or service this unit.
To install an APIM into the VHSIM2-A6DP, proceed as follows:
1. Attach the antistatic wrist strap (refer to the instruc t ions on the antistatic wrist strap package).
2. Remove and save the faceplate screws attaching the faceplate to the VHSIM2-A6DP. See
Figure 2-1. Remove the VHSIM2-A6DP faceplate.
3. Remove and save the three screws from the VHSIM2-A6DP standoffs. Remove the APIM
coverplate.
2-2 Installation
Figure 2-1 Removing the APIM Coverplate
Standoff
Screws
APIM
Coverplate
APIM 1 APIM 2
Installing APIMs
Faceplate
Screws
VHSIM2-A6DP
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Installing APIMs
4. Align the APIM connector with the VHSIM2-A6DP connector pins as shown in Figure 2-2.
CAUTION: Ensure that the APIM connector aligns with the VHSIM2-A6DP connector
pins to prevent bending the pins. This can damage both the VHSIM2-A6DP and the
module.
Figure 2-2 Installing an APIM
APIM Screws
STS
LNK
Standoffs
Optional Third
APIM Screw
APIM Connector
VHSIM2
VHSIM2
Connector Pins
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Installing VAPIMs
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. If t he APIM do es not sit flush with the standoffs, ensu re t hat
the pins have been inserted into the correct connector on the VHSIM2-A6DP. Refer to
Figure 2-2.
6. Secure the APIM with the screws saved in step 3. The screw used to attach the rear of th e APIM
to the standoff is optional, and is not necessary for proper installation. Refer to Figure 2-2.
7. Reattach the faceplate to the VHSIM2-A6DP using the three screws saved in step 2.
2.3 INSTALLING VAPIMs
ELECTRICAL HAZARD: Only qualified personnel should install or service this unit.
To install a VAPIM into the VHSIM2-A6DP, proceed as follows:
1. Attach the antist atic wrist strap (refer to the instructions on the antistatic wrist strap package).
2. Remove and save the faceplate screws attaching the faceplate to the VHSIM2-A6DP. See
Figure 2-3. Remove the VHSIM2-A6DP faceplate.
3. Remove and save the three screws from the VHSIM2-A6DP standoffs. Remove the APIM
coverplate.
Installation 2-5
Installing VAPIMs
Figure 2-3 Removing the APIM Coverplate
Standoff
Screws
APIM
Coverplate
APIM 1 APIM 2
Faceplate
Screws
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VHSIM2-A6DP
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Installing VAPIMs
4. Align the VAPIM connectors into the VHSIM2-A6DP connectors as shown in Figure 2-4.
CAUTION: Ensure that the VAPIM connectors align with the VHSIM2-A6DP connectors
to prevent bending the pins. This can damage both the VHSIM2-A6DP and the module.
Figure 2-4 Installing a VAPIM
VAPIM Screws
STS
LNK
Standoffs
Optional Third
VAPIM Screw
VAPIM Connector
VHSIM2
VHSIM2
Connector Pins
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Installing a VHSIM
5. Press down firmly on t he VAPIM until t he pins sl ide all the wa y into the c onnector. En sure the
VAPIM sits flush on the standoffs.
6. Secure the VAPIM with the screws saved in step 3. The screw used to attach the rear of the
VAPIM to the standoff is optional, a nd is not necessary for proper installation. Refer to
Figure 2-4.
7. Reattach the faceplate to the VHSIM2-A6DP using the three screws saved in step 2.
2.4 INSTALLING A VHSIM
ELECTRICAL HAZARD: Only qualified personnel should install or service this unit.
You can install a VHSIM in any Enterasys Networks device that supports VHSIM2-A6DP
technology (e.g., 2E252-25, 6E252-17). Refer to the release notes for the version of firmware
running on the Enterasys Networks device to ensure that the VHSIM2-A6DP is supported. The
following subsections pro vide generic i nstructions for installing an VHSIM2-A6DP in a module or
in a standalone device.
2.4.1 Installing a VHSIM2-A6DP in an Interface Module
To install an VHSIM2-A6DP in a module that supports VHSIM2-A6DP technology proceed as
follows:
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 VHSIM2-A6DP coverplate
and remove the coverplate. See Figure 2-5.
6. Remove and save the two standoff screws. See Figure 2-5.
2-8 Installation
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