This document describes the installation and configuration of the iConverter 2GXM standalone Network
Interface Device and plug-in modules. The difference between the module types are indicated using the
following legend throughout this User Manual:
- Standalone
SA
- Plug-In
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1.1GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Omnitron iConverter® 2GXM Network Interface Device (NID) with integrated management provides
Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-X) fiber-to-fiber media conversion. It is also a managed optical switch that
functions as a fiber repeater performing the Three Rs: Retiming, Reamplification and Reshaping of the
fiber optic signal.
The 2GXM conforms to Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) fiber standards to support Fiber-to-the-X (FTTX)
Metropolitan and Enterprise LAN networks. 2GXM NIDs are used to provide managed demarcation points
at the customer premises and network edge, offering Quality of Service capabilities.
The IP-based remote management of the 2GXM can be accessed by Omnitron’ s NetOutlook® SNMP Network
Management Software, third-party SNMP clients and Telnet. The management IP address is configured
manually or as a DHCP client in the configuration menu. IP-less remote management is supported via
802.3ah OAM or Secure OAM protocol. A menu-driven CLI is accessible via Telnet, serial console port,
or a modem connection to the serial console port.
IMPORTANT
This manual provides information on the installation and configuration of the module using the command
line interface (serial console). For ongoing network management, Omnitron Systems recommends
NetOutlook, an SNMP-based Network Management Software.
NetOutlook provides an efficient, user-friendly way to configure, monitor and manage devices installed
on a single network or on a series of networks by providing an intuitive graphical display with real-time
status and alarm (trap) information. The user can easily manage iConverter equipment on a large
Enterprise network or Metropolitan Area network (MAN) from a single location without the need of
additional resources.
The firmware of the Network Management Module (NMM) and NetOutlook must be the same or
greater than the firmware on the 2GXM for the module to be managed.
1.1.1Advanced Features
The 2GXM features Port VLAN, Tag VLAN, Provider VLAN and QoS prioritization which are defined in
the IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1ad and 802.1p specifications. Ethernet V irtual Connections can be configured with
Provider VLAN to support E-Line and E-LAN connections on Metro Ethernet Networks.
Access to the management control can be restricted with the Port VLAN and Tag VLAN features, helping
to prevent Denial-Of-Service (DoS) and unauthorized management access.
Other advanced features include:
•Real-time MIB statistics reporting (38 variables)•802.3ah OAM and Extensions
•Port Access Control•cNode Level 1 Agent
•SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3
Refer to the appropriate sections for configuration information.
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2.0PORT STRUCTURE
2.1OVERVIEW
The front panel of the 2GXM provides access to the management (serial console) and fiber ports. The
fiber ports are SFP supporting 1000BASE-FX transceivers. The plug-in module features two additional
Ethernet ports for connectivity via the chassis backplane.
2.1.1Management Port
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The 2GXM features a Serial RS-232 Console Port (aka Craft Interface) which can be connected to a computer
for initial setup and configuration. The Serial Console Port is accessed through the mini DIN-6 female
DCE interface. Connect the interface to a computer’s DB-9 serial port using the mini DIN-6 male to
DB-9 female cable adapter (Part # 8082-0), which is included with the 2GXM.
An optional DB-9 male to female straight-through serial cable is available for extension (Part # 8081-3).
2.1.2Fiber Ports
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The fiber interface supports the 1000BASE-X protocol. The fiber interface operates in auto-negotiation or
manual mode and supports full duplex operation. The fiber port can be enabled or disabled via network
management. A port disabled with the Port Access Control feature will still connect and allow 802.3ah
OAM or IP-less (secure) OAM communication, but blocks normal data traffic.
2.1.3Backplane Ethernet Ports
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The plug-in module supports two additional 10/100Mbps Ethernet Backplane Ports. The Backplane Ports
A and B allow Ethernet data connectivity between adjacent modules in an iConverter chassis. The two
backplane ports can be disabled or enabled via a DIP-switch or network management.
The iConverter 19-Module, 5-Module, 2-Module and 1-Module Redundant Chassis backplanes provide
ethernet data connectivity between adjacent slots or ports. The A and B backplane ports connect the slots
as illustrated.
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19-Module Chassis
5-Module Chassis2-Module Chassis
1-Module Redundant Chassis
3.0INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE
3.1OVERVIEW
The following steps outline the installation and configuration procedures for the 2GXM. Refer to the
specified sections for detailed instructions.
•Configure DIP-switches (Section 3.2)
•Installing the Module and Connecting Cables (Section 3.3)
•Configure Module via Command Line Interface (Section 3.4)
•V erify Operation (Section 3.5)
When the setup and configuration procedures are completed, the 2GXM has been configured with the basic
setup requirement for standard operation. To configure the module with additional features, see Section
4.0, “Detailed Module Configuration”.
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3.2CONFIGURING DIP-SWITCHES
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The 2GXM plug-in module has two board-mounted DIP-switches. The standalone unit has one bank of
DIP-switches. The location of the DIP-switches are illustrate below.
DIP-switch Locations
3.2.1Board-Mounted Bank 1 Settings
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DIP-switch Bank 1 is available on both the plug-in and standalone modules. The table indicates the position
of the switch; Left/Down or Right/Up. As indicated in the DIP-switch location diagram, Left and Right
refers to the plug-in module and Down and Up refers to the standalone module.
(Left/Right)
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Switch
SW1
SW2
SW3
SW4 Reserved Reserved
SW5
SW6 - SW8See Link Mode DIP-Switch Table in Section 3.2.1.3
When the DIP-switch is in the Left/Down Auto-Negotiate “AN” position (factory default), the Port
automatically determines the duplex and pause modes of the connecting fiber optic devices. If the connecting
fiber optic devices cannot provide the proper signal to indicate their own mode of operation, the DIPswitch should be set to the Right/Up Manual “MAN” position. SW1 controls Port 1; SW2 controls Port 2.
NOTE: When the fiber optic ports operate in Auto-Negotiation mode, the ports advertise for Pause.
When the fiber optic ports operate in Manual mode, Pause is disabled.
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NOTE: The fiber optic ports work in Full-Duplex mode in both Auto and Manual negotiation modes.
3.2.1.2SW3, SW4, SW5 - Reserved
These DIP-switches are for factory use only and must always remain in the Left/Down position (factory
default).
3.2.1.3SW6, SW7, SW8 - Link Modes
These three DIP-switches configure the link mode settings. The following table details possible Link Mode
DIP-switch configurations.
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SW6SW7SW8 Result
LeftLeftLeft Enables Link Segment mode (LS).
RightLeftLeft Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).
LeftRightLeft
RightRightLeft
LeftLeftRight Enables Symmetrica l Fault Detect mode (SFD).
RightLeftRight Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.
LeftRightRight Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.
RightRightRight Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.
Enables Remote Fa ult Detection mo de plus
Link Segment mode (RFD+LS).
Enables Remote Fa ult Detection mo de plus
Link Propagation mode (RFD+LP).
SW6SW7SW8 Result
Down Down Down Enables Link Segment mode (LS).
UpDown Down Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).
DownUpDown
UpUpDown
Down DownUpEnables Symmetrical Fault Detect mode (SFD).
UpDownUpIllegal setting. LS mode is enabled.
DownUpUpIllegal setting. LS mode is enabled.
UpUpUpIllegal setting. LS mode is e nabled.
Enables Remote Fault Detection mode plus
Link Segment mode (RFD+LS).
Enables Remote Fault Detection mode plus
Link Propagation mode (RFD+LP).
NOTE: Connecting two converters set to any of the RFD modes are illegal and will cause a “deadly
embrace” lockup.
NOTE: It is recommended to keep the LS setting (default) until initial configuration is complete.
For detailed information on the operation of the different Link Modes, download the application note
“iConverter Link Modes” available on Omnitron’s web page:
http://www.omnitron-systems.com/downloads.php
3.2.2Board-Mounted Bank 2 Settings
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DIP-switch Bank 2 is only available on the plug-in module.
SwitchLeft (Factory Default)Right
SW1 A-DS:
Backplane Port A Disabled
SW2 B-DS:
Backplane Port B Disabled
SW3 Off:
Pause Disable
SW4 M/SL:
Master/S la ve Auto-Se le ct
SW5 - SW8 Reserved Reserved
A-EN:
Port A Enabled
B-EN:
Port B Enabled
On:
Pause Enable
SL:
Slave-Mode Only
3.2.2.1SW1 - Backplane Port A Enabled “A-DS/A-EN”
When the DIP-switch is in the Left “A-DS” position (factory default), Backplane Port A of the 2GXM is
isolated from the chassis Backplane. When the DIP-switch is in the Right “A-EN” position, Backplane
Port A of the 2GXM is enabled. This port allows Ethernet Backplane connectivity to an adjacent module
via the chassis Backplane Port A. See the backplane illustrations in Section 2.1.3.
3.2.2.2SW2 - Backplane Port B Enabled “B-DS/B-EN”
When the DIP-switch is in the Left “B-DS” position (factory default), Backplane Port B is isolated from the
chassis Backplane. When the DIP-switch is in the Right “B-EN” position, Backplane Port B is enabled.
This port allows Ethernet Backplane connectivity to an adjacent module via the chassis Backplane Port B.
See the backplane illustrations in Section 2.1.3.
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3.2.2.3SW3 - Pause Disable/Enable “Off/On”
When the Pause enable/disable DIP-switch is in the Left “Off” position (factory default), Port 2 of the
2GXM does not send, receive and/or react to Pause frames during network congestion. Setting this DIPswitch to the Right “On” position enables Port 2 of the 2GXM to send, receive and/or react to Pause frames
to/from its link partner. This enables the 2GXM to stop transmitting traffic to its link partner and store
incoming frames from the other port in the internal buffer until the congestion clears. If the internal buffer
of the 2GXM becomes congested, it will transmit a Pause frame to its link partner.
NOTE: When Port 1 operates in Auto-Negotiation mode, the port advertises for Pause. When the
Fiber optic ports (Port 1 and Port 2) operate in Manual mode, Pause is disabled.
3.2.2.4SW4 - Master/Slave Auto-Select and Slave-Only “M/SL / SL
When multiple management modules such as the iConverter Network Management Module (NMM) and
the 2GXM (or multiple self-managed modules such as 2GXM) are installed in the same chassis, only one
management module can act as the chassis master. The master management module has the ability to make
changes to the settings of the other modules in the chassis, while the slave management modules cannot
make the changes. If an NMM is installed in the chassis, the NMM will always be the master, otherwise the
lowest slot number with a management module installed will become chassis master.
When this DIP-switch is in the Left “M/SL” position (factory default), the assignment of mastership is
automatically negotiated by the installed management modules. T o designate a specific management module
as the master when no NMM is installed in the chassis, set the DIP-switch on the master module to the Left
“M/SL” position, and set the other installed management modules’ DIP-switches to the Right “SL” position
to enable Slave-Only mode.
Only the chassis master can change configuration settings of other modules.
3.2.2.5SW3, SW5, SW6, SW7, SW8 - Reserved
These DIP-switches are for factory use only and must always remain in the LEFT position (factory default).
NOTE: DIP-switches marked Reserved must be kept in the Left (factory default) position.
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3.3INST ALLING PLUG-IN MODULES AND CONNECTING CABLES
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a.Carefully slide the module into an open slot in the chassis. Align the module with the installation
guides and ensure that the module is firmly seated against the backplane. Secure the module by fastening
the front panel thumbscrew (push in and turn clockwise to tighten) to the chassis front. Verify the
“Pwr” LED is ON (indicating the chassis is powered).
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a.The 2GXM standalone Network Interface Device (NID) is available in tabletop and wall-mounting
models. For wall-mounting, attach the NID to a wall, backboard or other flat surfaces. For tabletop
installations, place the unit on a flat level surface. Attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the NID to
prevent the unit from sliding. Make sure the unit is placed in a safe, dry and secure location.
To power the unit using the AC/DC adapter, connect the AC/DC adapter to the AC outlet. Then
connect the barrel plug at the end of the wire on the AC/DC adapter to the 2.5mm DC barrel connector
(center-positive) on the unit. Confirm that the unit has powered up properly by checking the power
status LED located on the front of the unit.
To power the unit using a DC power source, prepare a power cable using a two-conductor insulated
wire (not supplied) with a 14 AWG gauge minimum. Cut the power cable to the length required. Strip
approximately 3/8 of an inch of insulation from the power cable wires. Connect the power cables
to the 2GXM standalone unit by fastening the stripped ends to the DC power connector.
Connect the power wires to the DC power source. The Power LED should indicate the presence of
power.
WARNING: Note the wire colors used in making the positive and negative connections. Use the
same color assignment for the connection at the DC power source.
NOTE: If mounting with a safety ground attachment, use the safety ground screw at the r ear of
the unit.
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b. Insert the SFP Fiber transceivers into the Port 1 and Port 2 SFP receptacles on the 2GXM.
NOTE: The release latch of the SFP Fiber transceiver must be in the closed (up) position before
insertion.
c.Connect the appropriate multimode or single-mode fiber cable to the fiber port of the installed module.
It is important to ensure that the transmit (Tx) is attached to the receive side of the device at the other
end and the receive (Rx) is attached to the transmit side. When using single-fiber (SF) media converter
models, the Tx wavelength on one end has to match the Rx wavelength on the other. Based on this
guideline, single fiber SFP fiber transceiver models must be used in pairs, such as the 7214-1 matched
with the 7215-1.
NOTE: In order to support Remote OAM Management Mode, Port 1 of the 2GXM must be
connected to the Port 1 on the 2GXM or link partner.
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3.4CONFIGURE THE MODULE VIA COMMAND LINE INTERFACE
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To configure, attach the 2GXM to a DB-9 serial (RS-232) equipped computer with terminal emulation
software such as HyperT erminal. The 2GXM Serial Console Port (DCE) is a mini DIN-6 female connector
which can be changed to a DB-9 connector with the included adapter (Part #8082-0). Attach the ends of a
serial cable to the serial port of the PC and the Serial Console Port of the 2GXM. This is a standard
asynchronous serial interface. The pin-outs are illustrated below.
Serial Connector Pin Outs
Start HyperTerminal and select the correct COM Port in the HyperTerminal “Connect To:” window.
Set the PC’s serial port to the following:
Bits Per Second:57,600
Stop Bits:1
Data Bits:8
Parity:NONE
Hardware Flow Control:NONE
Power the chassis containing the 2GXM module and press <ENTER> to bring up a command line prompt
on the attached PC.
The module is configured with the following defaults:
IP
IP Address:192.168.1.220
IP Subnet Mask:255.255.255.0
User 1 name (read only):guest
User 2 name (read/write):admin
User 1 Privacy pwd:publicguestUser 1 Authen pwd:publicguest
User 2 Privacy pwd:privateadminUser 2 Authen pwd:privateadmin
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The Management Options screen will be displayed.
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Management OptionsiConverter, Serial Agent
Network Management
1: Chassis and Module Management
2: Set Module Identifier
Management Module Preferences
3: IP and Control Preferences
4: SNMP Preferences
5: Abandon Preference Changes
6: Save Preference Changes
7: Restore to Factory Defaults
8: Restart Management Module
9: Other Networking Features
Management Module Maintenance
10: Firmware Update
11: Set Date/Time
IP Address = 192.168.1.220
Chassis Number = 1
Enter Choice, (H)elp, E(x)it >
A new 2GXM module does not have a password, and will skip the Password Entry screen and go straight
to the Management Options screen. If a password has been set, the Password Entry screen will be displayed.
Type the password and press <ENTER>, the 2GXM will respond with the Management Options screen.
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Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc. iConverter, Serial Agent
Copyright 2001-2007 OST, Inc. Password Entry
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Omnitron Systems TechnologyTechnical Support:(949) 250-6510
140 Technology #500Sales/Products:(800) 675-8410
Irvine, CA 92618On the web at:www.omnitron-systems.com
An IP address is required for the SNMP manager to address the 2GXM. The factory default setting is
192.168.1.220. The IP address can be configured manually or automatically as a DHCP client.
3.4.1.1Setting IP Parameters Manually
To manually configure the IP address and control parameters, select 3 from the Management Options
screen. The IP and Control Preferences screen will appear.
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IP and Control Preferences ScreeniConverter, Serial Agent
1: Set IP192.168.1.220
2: Set Subnet Mask255.255.255.0
3: Set Gateway192.168.1.1
4: Chassis Number1
5: Chassis Name (also sysName)2GXM
9: TELNET Password*****
10: FTP Password
11: Serial Password
Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
To configure the IP address of the 2GXM, select 1 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, and press
<ENTER>. Backspace over the existing value, type the new value (in x.x.x.x format), and press <ENTER>.
To configure the subnet mask of the 2GXM, select 2 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, and press
<ENTER>. Backspace over the existing value, type the new value (in x.x.x.x format), and press <ENTER>.
To configure the gateway of the 2GXM, select 3 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, and press
<ENTER>. Backspace over the existing value, type the new value (in x.x.x.x format), and press <ENTER>.
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
3.4.1.2Setting IP Parameters as DHCP Client
To configure the IP automatically as a DHCP client, select 9 from the Management Options screen. The
Other Networking Features screen will appear.
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Management OptionsiConverter, Serial Agent
Network Management
1: Chassis and Module Management
2: Set Module Identifier
Management Module Preferences
3: IP and Control Preferences
4: SNMP Preferences
5: Abandon Preference Changes
6: Save Preference Changes
7: Restore to Factory Defaults
8: Restart Management Module
9: Other Networking Features
Management Module Maintenance
10: Firmware Update
11: Set Date/Time
IP Address = 192.168.1.220
Chassis Number = 1
Enter Choice, (H)elp, E(x)it > 9
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Other Networking Features ScreeniConverter, Serial Agent
5: Serial Baud Rate57600 bps
6: Enable/Disable VLAN SupportDisabled
7: VLAN ID (0-4095)2
8: VLAN Priority (0-7)7
Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
To enable DHCP client, select 1 at the Other Networking Features screen and follow the screen prompts
to enable DHCP.
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
3.4.1.3Setting the Chassis Number and Name
A Chassis Name, or sysName, can be assigned for identification of the 2GXM in the SNMP client. The
name can be any 1-32 character alphanumeric string.
The Chassis Number can remain as 1 (factory default) when the 2GXM is installed without an iConverter NMM
in the same chassis. When the 2GXM is installed in the same chassis as an NMM, then the 2GXM must be set
to the Chassis Number of the NMM.
T o set the Chassis Number , select 4 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, press <ENTER> and follow
the instructions to enter the chassis number.
To set the Chassis Name, select 5 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, press <ENTER> and follow
the instructions to enter the chassis name.
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NOTE: When the NMM is installed into the chassis and is set to Remote OAM, the chassis number
of the 2GXM is automatically assigned by the NMM.
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IP and Control Preferences ScreeniConverter, Serial Agent
1: Set IP192.168.1.220
2: Set Subnet Mask255.255.255.0
3: Set Gateway192.168.1.1
4: Chassis Number1
5: Chassis Name (also sysName)2GXM
9: TELNET Password*****
10: FTP Password
11: Serial Password
Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
3.4.1.4Setting 2GXM Passwords
The 2GXM is shipped from the factory without password protection on the Serial Console Port. It is highly
recommended that the network administrator set a password in order to prevent unauthorized access to the
unit. The password can be any 1-32 character alphanumeric string.
The 2GXM is shipped from the factory with Telnet enabled and FTP disabled. From the IP and ControlPreferences screen, select 6 to enable or disable Telnet, and select 7 to enable or disable FTP.
To set the password for Telnet access, select 9 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, press <ENTER>
and then follow the screen prompts to enter and verify the password. The default password for Telnet
access is “public”.
To set the password for FTP access, select 10 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, press <ENTER>
and then follow the screen prompts to enter and verify the password.
T o set the password for serial access, select 11 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, press <ENTER>
and then follow the screen prompts to enter and verify the password.
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IP and Control Preferences ScreeniConverter, Serial Agent
1: Set IP192.168.1.220
2: Set Subnet Mask255.255.255.0
3: Set Gateway192.168.1.1
4: Chassis Number1
5: Chassis Name (also sysName)2GXM
9: TELNET Password*****
10: FTP Password
11: Serial Password
Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
3.4.2Setting SNMP Preferences
T o set the SNMP Preferences for the 2GXM module, select 4 from the Management Options screen, press
<ENTER> to enter the SNMP Preferences screen.
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Management OptionsiConverter, Serial Agent
Network Management
1: Chassis and Module Management
2: Set Module Identifier
Management Module Preferences
3: IP and Control Preferences
4: SNMP Preferences
5: Abandon Preference Changes
6: Save Preference Changes
7: Restore to Factory Defaults
8: Restart Management Module
9: Other Networking Features
Management Module Maintenance
10: Firmware Update
11: Set Date/Time
IP Address = 192.168.1.220
Chassis Number = 1
Enter Choice, (H)elp, E(x)it > 4
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SNMP Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent
Chassis Number = 1 SNMP Engine ID 80001CAE03000687003B19
1: sysContactOmnitron (949) 250-6510
2: sysLocationIrvine, CA USA
3: SNMP WritesEnabled
SNMP V3 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 7: AgentEnabled
8: User 1 name (read only)guest
9: User 2 name (read/write) admin
10: User 1 SecuritynoAuthNoPriv 13: User 2 SecuritynoAuthNoPriv
11: User 1 Privacy pwd*****14: User 2 Privacy pwd*****
12: User 1 Authen. pwd*****15: User 2 Authen. pwd*****
Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
3.4.2.1Setting SNMPv1/v2c Read and Write Community Names
The 2GXM is shipped from the factory with the SNMP agent enabled with the default SNMP Read and
Write Community name as “public”. See Section 3.4 for all factory default settings.
The SNMP Read Community Name is necessary for reading data from the 2GXM. The name can be any 132 character alphanumeric string. To set the SNMP Read Community Name, select 4 at the SNMPPreferences screen, press <ENTER> and then follow the screen prompts.
The SNMP W rite Community Name is necessary for writing data to the 2GXM. The name can be any 1-32
character alphanumeric string. T o set the SNMP Write Community Name, select 5 at the SNMP Preferences
screen, press <ENTER> and then follow the screen prompts.
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
3.4.2.2Setting SNMPv3 Parameters
SNMPv3 implements a security model that provides for message integrity , authentication, and encryption.
Authentication for SNMPv3 is provided through a unique User Name and Authentication Password for
each access level.
T wo access levels or accounts are available; Read-Only Level (User 1) and Read and W rite Level (User 2).
User 1 is allowed to request information from the module. User 2 is allowed to request information from
and set configuration to the module. To set the User 1 name, select 8 at the SNMP Preferences screen,
press <ENTER> and then follow the screen prompts. To set the User 2 name, select 9 at the SNMPPreferences screen, press <ENTER> and then follow the screen prompts. The 2GXM is shipped with
default values pre-assigned. See Section 3.4 for all factory default settings.
The module supports the three levels of Authentication and Encryption (Security Levels) for User 1 and
User 2; noAuthNoPriv, authNoPriv and authPriv. noAuthNoPriv uses username for authentication,
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authNoPriv provides authentication based on the HMAC-MD5 algorithm and authPriv provides
DES 56-bit encryption based on the HMAC-MD5 algorithm.
To set User 1 security, select 10 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press <ENTER> and then follow the
screen prompts. T o set the User 2 security , select 13 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press <ENTER> and
then follow the screen prompts.
To set User 1 privacy password, select 11 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press <ENTER> and then
follow the screen prompts. T o set the User 2 privacy password, select 14 at the SNMP Preferences screen,
press <ENTER> and then follow the screen prompts.
To set User 1 authentication password, select 12 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press <ENTER> and
then follow the screen prompts. T o set the User 2 authentication password, select 15 at the SNMP Preferences
screen, press <ENTER> and then follow the screen prompts.
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
Community name and User name can be any 1-32 character alphanumeric string
Authentication Password and Privacy Password can be any 1-16 character alphanumeric string.
3.4.2.3Setting the SNMP Trap IP Host Addresses
SNMP traps are used to report events that occur during the operation of a network, and may require the
attention of the network administrator . The 2GXM is capable of sending SNMP traps to up to eight dif ferent
SNMP Traphosts.
T o enter the IP address of the first T raphost Address, select 4 at the Management Options screen to access
the SNMP Preferences screen. Select 16 at the SNMP Preferences screen and press <ENTER>. Then
backspace over the existing value, type the new value (in x.x.x.x format), and press <ENTER>. To enter
the IP addresses of additional trap-receiving Traphost Addresses, repeat this process for T raphost Addresses
2-8 (menu options 17-23).
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
3.4.2.4Enabling/Disabling SNMPv1/v2c Agent
To disable/enable SNMPv1/v2c agent, select 4 at the Management Options screen to access the SNMP
Preferences screen. Select option 6 to disable/enable SNMPv1/v2c agent. When disabled, the module
will not respond to any requests via the SNMPv1/v2c protocol.
3.4.2.5Enabling/Disabling SNMPv3 Agent
To disable/enable SNMPv3 agent, select 4 at the Management Options screen to access the SNMP
Preferences screen. Select option 7 to disable/enable SNMPv3 agent. When disabled, the module will not
respond to any requests via the SNMPv3 protocol.
Note: Both SNMPv1/v2c and SNMPv3 agents can be enabled at the same time.
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3.4.3Management Processor VLAN Support
The 2GXM Management Processor can independently transmit and receive Management Data with an
IEEE 802.1Q tag. To enable and configure this feature, type 9 from the Management Options screen to
access the Other Networking Features screen.
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Management OptionsiConverter, Serial Agent
Network Management
1: Chassis and Module Management
2: Set Module Identifier
Management Module Preferences
3: IP and Control Preferences
4: SNMP Preferences
5: Abandon Preference Changes
6: Save Preference Changes
7: Restore to Factory Defaults
8: Restart Management Module
9: Other Networking Features
Management Module Maintenance
10: Firmware Update
11: Set Date/Time
IP Address = 192.168.1.220
Chassis Number = 1
Enter Choice, (H)elp, E(x)it > 9
PISA
Other Networking Features ScreeniConverter, Serial Agent
5: Serial Baud Rate57600 bps
6: Enable/Disable VLAN SupportDisabled
7: VLAN ID (0-4095)2
8: VLAN Priority (0-7)7
Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
To configure the VLAN management ID, select option 7. To configure the priority setting for the VLAN
management channel, select option 8. To enable or disable VLAN management support, select option 6.
Once VLAN support is enabled, IP management support will only be accessible using the configured
VLAN ID.
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
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3.4.4Enabling/Disabling Soft-switch Reload
The Soft-switch Reload function controls the configurations of the 2GXM and other iConverter modules
managed by the 2GXM following a power up.
When the Soft-switch Reload is disabled, the configurations of the 2GXM and the other managed modules
(non-management modules) are determined by their hardware DIP-switch settings following the return of
power.
When the Soft-switch Reload is enabled, the configurations of the 2GXM and the other managed modules
are determined by the previous software settings stored in the FLASH memory of the 2GXM following a
return of power. Each of the hardware DIP-switch settings on the module are ignored until a change is
made to the DIP-switch, then the hardware settings will take effect.
T o set the Soft-switch Reload function, select 8 at the IP and Control Preferences screen, press <ENTER>
and then follow the screen prompts to change the setting.
PISA
IP and Control Preferences ScreeniConverter, Serial Agent
1: Set IP192.168.1.220
2: Set Subnet Mask255.255.255.0
3: Set Gateway192.168.1.1
4: Chassis Number1
5: Chassis Name (also sysName)2GXM
9: TELNET Password*****
10: FTP Password
11: Serial Password
Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
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3.4.5Access the 2GXM Remotely
Remote access to the 2GXM is provided via SNMP, Telnet, FTP or an external serial modem connected to
the Serial Console Port.
3.4.5.1Accessing the 2GXM via NetOutlook (SNMP)
The 2GXM module can be remotely accessed by SNMP-client software such as NetOutlookor third-party
SNMP management software. See Setting SNMP Preferences Section 3.4.2, on how to configure the
required parameters.
NetOutlook Chassis View and Trap Log Screens
3.4.5.2Accessing the 2GXM via Telnet
The 2GXM is shipped from the factory with T elnet enabled. The default Telnet password is “public”. It is
highly recommended that the network administrator set a new Telnet password in order to prevent
unauthorized access to the unit. Telnet configuration parameters are available from the IP and ControlPreferences screen, option 6.
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PISA
IP and Control Preferences ScreeniConverter, Serial Agent
1: Set IP192.168.1.220
2: Set Subnet Mask255.255.255.0
3: Set Gateway192.168.1.1
4: Chassis Number1
5: Chassis Name (also sysName)2GXM
To save the new values, select 0 and press <ENTER> to return to the Management Options screen, then
select 6 and press <ENTER> to Save Preference Changes.
The 2GXM may be accessed and configured via Telnet using any standard Telnet client. Only one Telnet
session can be active at a time. An inactive Telnet session terminates automatically after 5 minutes.
3.4.5.3Updating the 2GXM Firmware via the Serial Console Port
T o update the 2GXM firmware from the Serial Console Port, select 10 at the Management Options screen,
press <ENTER>. The 2GXM will display the following:
PISA
Management OptionsiConverter, Serial Agent
Network Management
1: Chassis and Module Management
2: Set Module Identifier
Management Module Preferences
3: IP and Control Preferences
4: SNMP Preferences
5: Abandon Preference Changes
6: Save Preference Changes
7: Restore to Factory Defaults
8: Restart Management Module
9: Other Networking Features
Management Module Maintenance
10: Firmware Update
11: Set Date/Time
IP Address = 192.168.1.220
Chassis Number = 1
Enter Choice, (H)elp, E(x)it > 10
UPDATE: Are you sure? (Y/N) > Y
Please Xmodem file now:
From the terminal program, use the Xmodem protocol to send the new 2GXM-xxx.bin firmware file to the
2GXM module (where xxx represents the release level of the software).
Once the file transfer begins, the data uploads to the 2GXM. The process takes about five minutes over a
serial connection.
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When the upload is complete, the 2GXM displays the update status and then automatically restarts with the
newly loaded firmware.
3.4.5.4Updating the 2GXM Firmware via FTP
Using an FTP application, upload the new firmware into the FTP root directory of the 2GXM. When the
file transfer is complete, the 2GXM verifies the file and then automatically restarts with the newly loaded
firmware.
For detailed instructions on updating the management modules and other modules in the same chassis via
FTP, download the application note “iConverter Management: Updating Modules via FTP” available on
Omnitron’s web page:
http://www.omnitron-systems.com/downloads.php
See Setting 2GXM Passwords Section 3.4.1.4, on how to configure FTP.
3.5VERIFY OPERATION
PISA
Once the module has been installed and configured, per Sections 3.2 - 3.4, verify the module is operational
by viewing the status of the LED indicators. The table below provides a description for each LED indicator .
The Power LED indicates the module is receiving power from the chassis or power cord. The plug-in
modules has an LED indicator for each available power supply in the chassis (the 19-Module Chassis has
three, the 5-Module Chassis has two).
The Fiber Optic LEDs (“P1” and “P2”) indicates the fiber optic connection between the modules have been
established. A blinking LED indicates the presence of data.
Refer to Section 6.0, Troubleshooting Guide, for help in determining possible fault conditions.
PISA
LED Function
"Legend"
Power "P wr "Ambe r No powerOn: Module has p o werOn: Module has po wer
Power Supply Status
#X
Port 1
Fiber Link Activity
"P1"
Chassis Management
Master/Slave
"Msr/Slv"
Port 2
Fiber Link Activity
"P2"
Co lo rOff State
Amber
Green No Fiber Link
Green
Green No Fiber Link
Chassis P ower
Supply not installed
Chassis S lave
Mode
On: Power available from
installed Power Supply #X
Blinking: No power available
from installed Power Supply #X
On: Fiber link is active
Blinki ng : Fi be r Data Ac tivity
On: Chassis Master
Blinking: Operating in OAM
Mode
On: Fiber link is active
Blinki ng : Fi be r Data Ac tivity
PISA
On / Blin kin g S tateOn / B link ing Sta t e
Not ava i lable on standalone
On: Fiber link is active
Blinki ng : Fi be r Data Ac tivity
Not ava i lable on standalone
On: Fiber link is active
Blinki ng : Fi be r Data Ac tivity
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4.0DETAILED MODULE CONFIGURATION
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4.1OVERVIEW
The 2GXM has module parameters that require configuration depending on the application. The Module
configuration screen is accessible by selecting the module slot number from the Chassis View screen. To
access the Module configuration menu, select 1 at the Management Options screen, press <ENTER>. The
Chassis Selection screen will be displayed. From the Chassis Selection screen, select the chassis number
where the 2GXM module is installed.
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Chassis SelectioniConverter, Serial Agent
Number Chassis Name
1 NMM
2 Not Available
3 Not Available
4 Not Available
5 Not Available
6 Not Available
7 Not Available
8 Not Available
9 Not Available
10 Not Available
11 Not Available
12 Not Available
13 Not Available
14 Not Available
15 Not Available
16 Not Available
17 Not Available
18 Not Available
19 Not Available
Connected to Chassis Number 1
Module to View(1-22), Chassis Selection(0), (R)eset, (H)elp, E(x)it > 5
SA
Chassis View 1 SlotiConverter, Serial Agent
Chassis Number = 1
SlotModelTypeModule Identifier
18999-02GXM
Module to View(1), Management Options(0), (R)eset, (H)elp, E(x)it >1
From the Chassis View menu, select the desired module (select 1 or 5), press <ENTER>. The Module
configuration screen will be displayed.
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PI
Module - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number= 1Switch ON conditionOFF conditionH/WActual
Slot Number= 111: Port 1 Manual Port 1 ANOffOff
Model Number= 8999-02: Port 2 Manual Port 2 ANOffOff
3: Not Available
Serial Number= xxxxxxxx4: Not Available
Manufacturing Date = xxxxxxxx5: Not Available
Product Revision= xx6: Link Propagate Link SegmentOffOff
Software Revision = xx7: Remote FaultNormalOffOff
8: Symm Fault Det NormalOffOff
LED9: BP A EnabledBP A DisabledOffOff
1: Power= On10: BP B EnabledBP B DisabledOffOff
2: Power Supply 1 = Off11: Pause Enabled Pause Disabled OffOff
3: Power Supply 2 = Off12: Slave OnlyMaster/SlaveOffOff
4: Power Supply 3 = Off13: Not Available
5: Port 1 Link = Off14: Not Available
6: Not Available15: Not Available
7: BP Master = Off16: Not Available
8: Port 2 Link = OffOAM settings:
9: Not Available17: IP protocol State On
The Module configuration screen provides general information concerning the configuration and status of
the module. The screen displays the model and serial numbers, hardware and software revisions, as well as
the condition of the LEDs and DIP-switches. The DIP-switches can be re-configured (options 1 -12)
without removing the module from the chassis. Select the appropriate option to change the DIP-switch
setting. Selecting DIP-switch options 1 - 12, will cause the selection to change states under the ‘Actual’
heading.
NOTE: The Plug-In Module configuration screen is shown. The standalone Module configuration
screen will display LED 2, 3, 4, and 7 and DIP-switches 9, 10 and 12 as NOT AVAILABLE.
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4.2MODULE MANAGEMENT MODE
From the Module configuration screen, the management mode can be changed. Select option 18 to change
the mode. The management mode options will be displayed.
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Module - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number= 1Switch ON conditionOFF conditionH/WActual
Slot Number= 111: Port 1 Manual Port 1 ANOffOff
Model Number= 8999-02: Port 2 Manual Port 2 ANOffOff
3: Not Available
Serial Number= xxxxxxxx4: Not Available
Manufacturing Date = xxxxxxxx5: Not Available
Product Revision= xx6: Link Propagate Link SegmentOffOff
Software Revision = xx7: Remote FaultNormalOffOff
8: Symm Fault Det NormalOffOff
LED9: BP A EnabledBP A DisabledOffOff
1: Power= On10: BP B EnabledBP B DisabledOffOff
2: Power Supply 1 = Off11: Pause Enabled Pause Disabled OffOff
3: Power Supply 2 = Off12: Slave OnlyMaster/SlaveOffOff
4: Power Supply 3 = Off13: Not Available
5: Port 1 Link = Off14: Not Available
6: Not Available15: Not Available
7: BP Master = Off16: Not Available
8: Port 2 Link = OffOAM settings:
9: Not Available17: IP protocol State On
The 2GXM module supports several management options. Option 18 configures how the module will
communicate to its remote partner. ‘Auto Secure OAM’ (option 2) and ‘Secure OAM’ (option 4) uses
Omnitron’s proprietary secure encrypted management channel. ‘Auto Secure OAM’ will force the remote
partner to communicate using the Secure OAM protocol while ‘Secure OAM’ will only attempt to
communicate with the remote partner over the secure protocol. The management channel can support IP or
IP-less connectivity based on the configuration of the ‘IP Protocol State’, option 17. ‘Auto ah OAM’
(option 3) and ‘ah OAM’ (option 5)’ conforms to the IEEE 802.3ah specification. ‘Auto ah OAM’ will
force the remote partner to communicate using the ah OAM protocol while ‘ah OAM’ will only attempt to
communicate with the remote partner over the ah protocol. This option provides an industry standard
method of fault detection and monitoring. The management channel supports both IP and IP-less connectivity
based on the configuration, option 17 and 18.
NOTE: See NetOutlook User Manual for complete information on the management modes.
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4.3PORT CONFIGURA TION
The Port configuration screen provides access to the port level configuration parameters, such as, Port
Access, SFP information, 802.3ah, Port VLANs, T agged VLANs and cNode Loopback. T o access the Port
configuration screen, select C from the Module configuration screen and press <ENTER>. The Port
configuration screen will appear .
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Module - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number= 1Port VLAN Path Setup
Slot Number= 11 --------------------------------- Model Number= 8999-011: Port1 to Port2EnableOn
12: Port1 to BP AEnableOn
Port Access Control Setup13: Port1 to BP BEnableOn
----------------------------------14: Port2 to BP AEnableOn
1: Fiber EnableOn15: Port2 to BP BEnableOn
2: UTP EnableOn16: BP A to BP BEnableOn
17: Port1 to MngmntEnableOn
Enhanced Features18: Port2 to MngmntEnableOn
----------------------------------19: BP A to MngmntEnableOn
3: 802.1Q Processing EnableOff20: BP B to MngmntEnableOn
4: Configure Tag VLAN Control
5: Configure VLAN Membership
6: Save TAG VLAN parameters
7: Configure 802.3ah parameters
8: Configure 802.3ah events
9: SFP Information
10: cNode Loopback
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
SA
Module - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number= 1Port VLAN Path Setup
Slot Number= 11 --------------------------------- Model Number= 8999-011: Port1 to Port2 EnableOn
12: Port1 to Mngmnt EnableOn
Port Access Control Setup13: Port2 to Mngmnt EnableOn
--------------------------------- 1: Port 1 EnableOn
2: Port 2 EnableOn
Enhanced Features
--------------------------------- 3: 802.1Q Processing EnableOff
4: Configure Tag VLAN Control
5: Configure VLAN Membership
6: Save TAG VLAN parameters
7: Configure 802.3ah parameters
8: Configure 802.3ah events
9: SFP Information
10: cNode Loopback
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
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4.3.1Port Access
The Port Access option allows the ports to be disabled/enabled while maintaining the port configuration
and network link
T o configure Port Access, select option 1 for the Fiber port 1 and option 2 for the Fiber port 2 from the Port
configuration screen.
4.3.2SFP Information
The 2GXM module will provide general and specific information on the SFP. This information is best
viewed with SNMP management software. The following is the information available:
4.3.3.1SFP A0 Information Display
This section displays fixed SFP Module information for the following areas.
•Identifier V alues•Extended Identifier
•Connector Values•Transceiver Codes
•Encoding Rules•Normal Bit Rate
•Link Length•Vendor Name
•Vendor OUI•Vendor Revision Number
•Laser W avelength•Options
•Vendor Serial Number•Date Code
•Diagnostic Monitoring T ype•Enhanced Options
•SFF-8472 Compliance
4.3.2.2SFP A2 Information Display
This section displays decoded SFP data collected for the following statistics.
•Measured Temperature•Measured Vcc
•Measured Bias•Measured Tx Power
•Measured Rx Power•Temperature High Alarm Setting
•Temperature Low Alarm Setting•Temperature High Warning Setting
•Temperature Low Warning Setting•Vcc High Alarm Setting
•Vcc Low Alarm Setting•Vcc High Warning Setting
•Vcc Low Warning Setting•Bias High Alarm Setting
•Bias Low Alarm Setting•Bias High Warning Setting
•Bias Low Warning Setting•Tx Power High Alarm Setting
•Tx Power Low Alarm Setting•Tx Power High Warning Setting
•Tx Power Low Warning Setting•Rx Power High Alarm Setting
•Rx Power Low Alarm Setting•Rx Power High Warning Setting
•Rx Power Low Warning Setting
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SFP information can be obtained by selecting option 7 from the Port configuration screen.
PISA
SFP Information - iConverter 2GXMiConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0 Port = 1
Enter Previous Screen(0), (b) previous page, (H)elp, E(x)it >
4.3.3802.3ah Parameters
The 802.3ah parameters can be monitored and/or configured in the 802.3ah Control screen.
•802.3ah OAM State - The 802.3ah OAM State turns 802.3ah processing on or of f for the selected port.
When the port is configured as “Disabled” it will not respond to OAMPDUs (OAM Protocol Data
Units). They will be dropped by the processor and not acted upon. When the port is configured as
“Enabled”, it will respond to and be involved in the Discovery process and other supported 802.3ah
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OAM functions.
•802.3ah OAM Mode - The 802.3ah OAM Mode sets the selected port to “Passive” or “Active”
configuration mode. In “Passive” mode the port cannot initiate Discovery, send Variable Requests or
initiate Loopback Mode. It can observe and report only the port status of its 802.3ah enabled remote
partner . An “Active” port can initiate Discovery, send Variable Requests and initiate loopback mode.
•Loopback Mode - The Loopback Mode turns loopback operations “On” or “Off”. When Loopback
Mode is set to “Off”, the port of the 802.3ah enabled local device will not initiate Loopback operations.
It can respond to loopback commands from its 802.3ah enabled remote partner if set to “Passive” or
“Active”. When Loopback Mode is set to “On”, the port of the 802.3ah enabled local device will
initiate Loopback operations and set the 802.3ah enabled remote partner into loopback. In this mode,
the 802.3ah enabled local device will not respond to any other configuration changes until its port is set
to “Off.”
•Loopback Mode Timeout (sec) - The Loopback Mode T imeout field controls the length of time that the
port will be set to Loopback “On” mode. Loopback can be set between 0 and 300 seconds. The 0
setting disables the timer.
4.3.3.1Local Status Section
The Local Status section displays the status of Port 1 and Port 2 of the 802.3ah enabled local device. The
local device is controlled directly by SNMP , T elnet or via the Serial Port and has the ability to communicate
with an 802.3ah enabled remote partner .
•Discovery State - Indicates the Discovery state (“Complete”, “In Process” or “Incomplete”) of the
local ports. If “Complete” is displayed, Discovery has been completed. If “In Process”, Discovery has
been initiated but no response from the 802.3ah enabled remote partner has been received by the local
device. If “Incomplete”, Discovery has received a response from the 802.3ah enabled remote partner
but the Discovery process is not yet completed.
•Multiplexer State - Indicates the Multiplexer state (“Discard” or “Forward”) of the local ports. If
“Forward” is displayed, the local device is forwarding non-OAMPDU network frames to the lower
sublayer. If “Discard”, the local device is discarding non-OAMPDU network frames.
•Parser Action - Indicates the Parser Action (“Discard”, “Forward” or “Loopback”) of the local ports. If
“Forward” is displayed, the local device is forwarding non-OAMPDU network frames to the higher
sublayer. If “Loopback”, the local device is looping back non-OAMPDUs network frames. If “Discard”,
the device is discarding non-OAMPDUs network frames.
4.3.3.2Remote Status Section
The Remote Status section displays the status of the ports of the 802.3ah enabled remote partner. These
remote ports are connected to Port 1 and Port 2 of the local device. The remote partner is managed by the
local device via the 802.3ah OAM channel.
•Discovery State - Indicates the Discovery state (“Complete”, “In Process” or “Incomplete”) of the
remote ports. If “Complete” is displayed, Discovery has been completed. If “In Process”, Discovery
has been initiated but no response from the local device has yet been received by the remote partner. If
“Incomplete”, Discovery is in process, but is not yet completed.
•Multiplexer State - Indicates the Multiplexer state (“Discard”, “Forward” or “Unknown”) of the remote
ports. If “Forward” is displayed, the remote partner is forwarding non-OAMPDUs to the lower sublayer.
If “Discard”, the remote partner is discarding non-OAMPDUs network frames. If “Unknown”, the
Multiplexer state of the remote partner is indeterminate.
•Parser Action - Indicates the Parser Action state (“Discard”, “Forward”, “Loopback” or “Unknown”) of
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the remote ports. If “Forward” is displayed, the remote partner is forwarding non-OAMPDUs network
frames to the higher sublayer. If “Loopback” is displayed, the remote partner is looping back non-
OAMPDUs network frames. If “Discard” is displayed, the remote partner is discarding non-OAMPDUs
network frames. If “Unknown”, the Parser Action state of the remote partner is indeterminate.
•Critical Event - Indicates the Critical Event state (“Y es”, “No” or “Unknown”) of the remote partner . If
“Yes” is displayed, the local device has detected a Critical Event. If “No”, the local device has not
detected a critical event. If “Unknown,” the Critical Event status of the remote partner is indeterminate.
•Link Fault - Indicates the remote partner has detected a fault in the receive direction (“Yes”, “No” or
“Unknown”). If “Yes” is displayed, the receive link is down. If “No”, the receive link is up. If
“Unknown,” the link fault status is indeterminate.
•OAM Mode - Indicates the OAM mode (“Active” or “Passive”) of the remote partner .
•Supports - Indicates the supported options (Variable Access “Var”, Link Event Notification “Event”,
Loopback “LB”, or blank if no options are supported) of the remote partner.
•OUI - Indicates the three hex byte IEEE organizational specific identifier (or blank if unknown) of the
remote partner.
802.3ah parameters can be accessed by selecting options 7 from the Port configuration screen. The fiber
(port 1) configuration screen is displayed.
PISA
802.3ah Control - iConverter 2GXMiConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0Port # = 1
To configure the 802.3ah parameters for the Port 2, type an n and press <ENTER>.
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4.3.4802.3ah Events
802.3ah events can be accessed by selecting options 8 from the Port configuration screen.
PISA
802.3ah Event - iConverter 2GXMiConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
Port 1
1: Symbol Period Window0 second < 0 symbols>
2: Symbol Period Threshold0 symbols
3: Frame Window0 seconds
4: Frame Threshold0 frames
5: Frame Period Window0 second < 0 frames>
6: Frame Period Threshold0 frames
7: Frame Seconds Summary Window0 seconds
8: Frame Seconds Summary Threshold0 seconds
Port 2
9: Symbol Period Window0 second < 0 symbols>
10: Symbol Period Threshold0 symbols
11: Frame Window0 seconds
12: Frame Threshold0 frames
13: Frame Period Window0 second < 0 frames>
14: Frame Period Threshold0 frames
15: Frame Seconds Summary Window0 seconds
16: Frame Seconds Summary Threshold0 seconds
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
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4.3.5Port VLAN
The flow of data on the module is controlled by configuring the Port VLAN settings. The block diagram
illustrates the flow of both the management traffic and the data traffic for a plug-in module (standalone
modules do not have backplane access). The data traffic is controlled by a switch matrix which provides
complete control of the data traffic. The management traffic is simply enabled or disabled at each port. By
default traffic flows between all ports on the module.
Using the Port VLAN settings, data will only be forwarded across the enabled path, unless blocked by one
of the other features (Port Access or Tag VLAN). Secure OAM and ah OAM Management data will pass
to and from the Management port even if the path has been “disabled”. This allows OAM maintenance
functions to always be enabled. Port VLAN control is inactive when Tag VLAN processing is turned on.
Port VLAN Block Diagram
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Port VLAN is access by selecting options 11 - 20 for the plug-in module or 11 - 13 for the standalone
module from the Port configuration screen.
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Module - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number= 1Port VLAN Path Setup
Slot Number= 11 --------------------------------- Model Number= 8999-011: Port1 to Port2EnableOn
12: Port1 to BP AEnableOn
Port Access Control Setup13: Port1 to BP BEnableOn
----------------------------------14: Port2 to BP AEnableOn
1: Fiber EnableOn15: Port2 to BP BEnableOn
2: UTP EnableOn16: BP A to BP BEnableOn
17: Port1 to MngmntEnableOn
Enhanced Features18: Port2 to MngmntEnableOn
----------------------------------19: BP A to MngmntEnableOn
3: 802.1Q Processing EnableOff20: BP B to MngmntEnableOn
4: Configure Tag VLAN Control
5: Configure VLAN Membership
6: Save TAG VLAN parameters
7: Configure 802.3ah parameters
8: Configure 802.3ah events
9: SFP Information
10: cNode Loopback
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
SA
Module - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number= 1Port VLAN Path Setup
Slot Number= 11 --------------------------------- Model Number= 8999-011: Port1 to Port2 EnableOn
12: Port1 to Mngmnt EnableOn
Port Access Control Setup13: Port2 to Mngmnt EnableOn
--------------------------------- 1: Port 1 EnableOn
2: Port 2 EnableOn
Enhanced Features
--------------------------------- 3: 802.1Q Processing EnableOff
4: Configure Tag VLAN Control
5: Configure VLAN Membership
6: Save TAG VLAN parameters
7: Configure 802.3ah parameters
8: Configure 802.3ah events
9: SFP Information
10: cNode Loopback
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
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4.3.6Tagged VLAN
The 2GXM supports the IEEE 802.1Q tag VLAN packet tagging and un-tagging and the 802.1p Quality of
Service priority standards.
The following parameters are configured for each port:
4.3.6.1Port Priority (PRI)
This (IEEE 802.1p based) user-specified value of 0 through 7 can be assigned as a QoS priority level (0
being lowest and 7 being highest) to packets ingressing (entering) a port. If no value is specified by the
user, a default priority value of “0” is assigned.
The PRI value is always assigned to all untagged packets. T agged packets are assigned the PRI value when
the “PVID” option is selected in the “Tagged Packet Use” section.
4.3.6.2Port VLAN ID (PVID)
This (IEEE 802.1Q based) user-specified value of 0 through 4094 can be assigned as a Port VLAN ID
(PVID) to packets ingressing a port. If no value is specified by the user a default PVID value of “2” is
assigned.
The PVID value is always assigned to untagged packets. Tagged packets are assigned the PVID value
when the “PVID” option is selected in the “Tagged Packet Use” section.
4.3.6.3Tagged Packet Use
This section defines how tagged packets ingressing a port are processed.
Selecting the “PVID” option causes the PRI and PVID user-specified values to be used as the packet’s
VLAN ID (VID) for processing of the packet.
Selecting the “TVID” (Tagged VLAN ID) option causes the packet’s original Tag VLAN ID (TVID) and
priority level to be used as the packet’s VLAN ID (VID) for processing of the packet.
NOTE:Untagged packets are always assigned the port’ s PRI and PVID values as their VID.
4.3.6.4Ingress Security
This is a global setting for the module.
Selecting the “Low” option allows any packet to ingress a port.
Selecting the “High” option allows only packets that are assigned a VLAN ID (VID) value of which this
port is a member (according to the Membership Table) to ingress a port.
4.3.6.5Egress Policy
Selecting the “untag” option defines how a tagged or untagged packet is processed. A tagged packet will
have the top tag removed and an untagged packet will be passed unmodified.
Selecting the “tag” option will tag an untagged packet with the PVID and PRI of the ingress port.
A tagged packet will egress without change if PVID is selected or substituted to tag if TVID is selected.
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Tagged VLAN is accessed by selecting option 4 from the Port configuration screen. The Tag VLANControl screen will be displayed.
PI
Tag VLAN Control - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 2 Model Number = 8999-0
Port 1Backplane A
1: Port Priority (PRI)07: Port Priority (PRI)0
2: PVID (Port VLAN ID)28: PVID (Port VLAN ID)2
3: Egress PolicyUntag9: Egress PolicyUntag
Port 2Backplane B
4: Port Priority (PRI)010: Port Priority (PRI)0
5: PVID (Port VLAN ID)211: PVID (Port VLAN ID)2
6: Egress PolicyUntag12: Egress PolicyUntag
Management
13: Port Priority (PRI)0
Module Global Settings:14: PVID (Port VLAN ID)2
16: Tagged Packets UsePVID15: Egress PolicyUntag
17: Ingress SecurityLow
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
SA
Tag VLAN Control - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
Port 1Management
1: Port Priority (PRI)07: Port Priority (PRI)0
2: PVID (Port VLAN ID)28: PVID (Port VLAN ID)2
3: Egress PolicyUntag9: Egress PolicyUntag
Port 2
4: Port Priority (PRI)0
5: PVID (Port VLAN ID)2
6: Egress PolicyUntag
Module Global Settings:
10: Tagged Packets UsePVID
11: Ingress SecurityLow
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
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4.3.7VLAN Membership Table
The VLAN Membership Table lists the permitted VLAN ID (VID) for each egress port on the module.
Only packets that are assigned a VID value that matches one of the egress port’s VID memberships are
allowed to egress through the port.
When the Ingress Security is set to High for a specific port, the membership table is used to list the VIDs of
the packets that are allowed to ingress that port.
VLAN Membership is accessed by selecting option 5 from the Port configuration screen. The VLANMembership screen will be displayed.
PI
VLAN Membership - iConverter 2GXMiConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
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Initially the table is empty. To configure the ports with VLAN IDs, select option (a) from the VLANMembership configuration screen.
PI
Membership Entry - iConverter 2GXMiConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
VLAN Table Membership Entry 1
------------------------------
1: VLAN ID2
2: Port 1 MembershipNo
3: Port 2 MembershipNo
4: BP A Port MembershipNo
5: BP B Port MembershipNo
6: Mngmnt Port MembershipNo
7: Submit Entry As Defined
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
SA
Membership Entry - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
VLAN Table Membership Entry 1
------------------------------
1: VLAN ID2
2: Port 1 MembershipNo
3: Port 2 MembershipNo
4: Mngmnt Port MembershipNo
5: Submit Entry As Defined
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
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T o add a VLAN ID to the membership table, select option 1 and enter the ID #. To associate the VLAN ID
to a port, select the appropriate port option (2 - 6).
PI
Membership Entry - iConverter 2GXMiConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
VLAN Table Membership Entry 1
------------------------------
+1: VLAN ID100
+2: Port 1 MembershipYes
3: Port 2 MembershipNo
4: BP A Port MembershipNo
5: BP B Port MembershipNo
6: Mngmnt Port MembershipNo
*7: Submit Entry As Defined
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
SA
Membership Entry - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
VLAN Table Membership Entry 1
------------------------------
+1: VLAN ID100
+2: Port 1 MembershipYes
3: Port 2 MembershipNo
4: Mngmnt Port MembershipNo
*5: Submit Entry As Defined
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
Once all the VLAN IDs have been assigned, select option 7 or 5 to save the entries.
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PI
VLAN Membership - iConverter 2GXMiConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 1 Model Number = 8999-0
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
The VLAN membership entries are saved from the Port configuration screen, option 4.
4.3.8cNode Loopback
The 2GXM has implemented Iometrix cNode Level 1 agent for testing performance metrics. The agent
recognizes measurement packets and loops them back to the sending cNode device. Iometrix cNode
equipment is required to obtain performance metrics.
cNode configuration is accessed by selecting option 10 from the Port configuration screen.
PISA
cNode Control -iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number = 1 Slot Number = 3 Model Number = 8999-0
Enter Choice, Previous Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it >
From the menu, loopback can be enabled or disabled and the rate limit can be selected.
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4.3.9Port Statistics
The 2GXM module provides port statistics on both Port 1 and Port 2.
The Port Statistics can be viewed by selecting option P from the Module configuration screen.
PI
Module - iConverter 2GXM iConverter, Serial Agent
Identifier -
Chassis Number= 1Switch ON conditionOFF conditionH/WActual
Slot Number= 111: Port 1 Manual Port 1 ANOffOff
Model Number= 8999-02: Port 2 Manual Port 2 ANOffOff
3: Not Available
Serial Number= xxxxxxxx4: Not Available
Manufacturing Date = xxxxxxxx5: Not Available
Product Revision= xx6: Link Propagate Link SegmentOffOff
Software Revision = xx7: Remote FaultNormalOffOff
8: Symm Fault Det NormalOffOff
LED9: BP A EnabledBP A DisabledOffOff
1: Power= On10: BP B EnabledBP B DisabledOffOff
2: Power Supply 1 = Off11: Pause Enabled Pause Disabled OffOff
3: Power Supply 2 = Off12: Slave OnlyMaster/SlaveOffOff
4: Power Supply 3 = Off13: Not Available
5: Port 1 Link = Off14: Not Available
6: Not Available15: Not Available
7: BP Master = Off16: Not Available
8: Port 2 Link = OffOAM settings:
9: Not Available17: IP protocol State On
Description1000BASE-X Fiber to 1000BASE-X Fiber Converter with integrated management
Protocols1000BASE-X with 1536 bytes max. frame size
Cable Types
FiberMultimode: 50/125, 62.5/125, 100/140 um,
SerialRS-232, 22 to 24 AWG, 12 to 50 pF/ft.
Connector Types
FiberSFP: LC
Ser ialMini DIN-6 fema le ,
mini DIN-6 male to DB- 9 fe m a le a dap ter include d
ControlsDIP-Switches and LEDs
802.1p Priority Levels and
VID Priority Level Groups
Pow er Re quirements
DC Power2.1A @ 3.3VDCNominal: 0.8A @ 9VDC
DC Power ConnectorPower supplied by backplane2.5mm Barrel Connector or Terminal Connector
AC Power Adapter [US]N/A100-120VAC/60Hz
AC Power Adapter
N/A100-240VAC/50-60Hz
[Universal]
DimensionsW: 2.8" x D: 4.5" x H: 0.85"W: 3.1" x D: 4.8" x H: 1.0"W: 3.8" x D: 4.8" x H: 1.0"
Weight
without power adapter8 oz.1 lb.
with powe r a dapterN/A1.5 lb.
ComplianceUL, CE, FCC Clas s A
IP-Based ManagementTelnet; SNMPv1, S NMPv2c, S NMPv3
Temperature
Operational - Commercial0 to +50
Operational - Wide Range-40 to +60
Operational - Extended-40 to +75
Storage-40 to +80
Humidity (non-condensing)5 to 95%
Altitude (Opera tio nal)-100m to 4,000m
MTB F [hr s]
without power adapter430,000
with powe r a dap te r [US]N/A250,000
with powe r a dap te r [Unv]N/A100,0 0 0
Single-mode: 9/125 um
2 Levels
(PRI 0-3, 4-7)
Voltage Range: 8 - 15VDC
o
C
o
C
o
C
o
C
0.1A @ 120VAC
0.1A @ 120VAC
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6.0TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
6.1OVERVIEW
The 2GXM module has several LED indicators available to assist in the determination of problems. Refer
to Section 3.5, Verify Operation, for LED definitions.
6.1.1Power Issues
Problem:
The Power LED does not illuminate after installation is complete or no LED indicators are ON
Possible Causes:
A. For standalone modules, confirm that the power supply is connected to both the module and the AC or
DC power source. If Power LED is still not illuminated, use a voltmeter and check the voltage of the power
source (AC/DC converter used with the standalone unit should measure between 9 -15 VDC no load at the
barrel connector).
B. For plug-in module, confirm that the chassis is connected to an AC or DC power source. If the Power
LED is still not illuminated, remove the module and verify the operation of other modules in the chassis. If
power is present and the module will not turn ON, replace the module.
C. The plug-in module requires ~ 7.0 watts (3.3VDC @ 2.1 amps) for normal operation. The AC Power
Supply in a 19-Module Chassis can supply ~ 60 watts (3.3VDC @ 18amp). A fully loaded 19-Module
chassis of 2GXM modules will require two power supplies for standard operation. This condition will
cause the power LED not to illuminate.
6.1.2Fiber Issues
Problem:
The Fiber Optic link LED does not illuminate after installation is complete.
Possible Causes:
A. Verify the Link Mode selection is set to Link Segment (LS). Until a stable link is established, leave the
Link Mode configured for LS. After a Link presence is established, the Link Mode selection can be modified.
B. Confirm that the fiber optic cable is properly connected to the iConverter 2GXM and the remote fiber
optic device. Connecting the fiber between the Tx of the far end to the Rx on the near end will cause the P1
LED on the near end to illuminate (only when the link mode is configured for Link Segment). Completing
the connection will cause the far end P1 LED to illuminate.
C. Confirm that the fiber cable type matches the fiber transceiver type (multimode, single-mode) on the
iConverter 2GXM.
D. If using a dual-fiber model, confirm that the transmitter (Tx) is attached to the receiver side of its link
partner, and that the receiver (Rx) is attached to the transmitter. A optical power meter will assist in
determining which cable should be connected to the Tx and Rx of the module. To insure proper operation,
a minimum of -17dBm to - 28dBm must be present at the fiber optic receiver.
E. If using a single-fiber model, confirm that the Tx wavelength on the iConverter 2GXM matches the Rx
of the connected fiber optic device. Single-fiber units transmit and receive at different wavelengths (1510nm/
1310nm). Verify the model numbers to insure proper compatibility.
NOTE: If corrective actions do not resolve your situation, please contact Omnitron Systems Technical
Support.
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7.0WARRANTY
This product is warranted to the original purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for a
period of TWO YEARS from the date of shipment. A LIFETIME warranty may be obtained by the original
purchaser by REGISTERING this product with Omnitron within 90 days from the date of shipment. TO
REGISTER, COMPLETE AND MAIL OR FAX THE ENCLOSED REGISTRATION FORM TO THE
INDICATED ADDRESS. Or you may register your product on the Internet at http://www.omnitronsystems.com. During the warranty period, Omnitron will, at its option, repair or replace a product which is
proven to be defective.
For warranty service, the product must be sent to an Omnitron designated facility, at Buyer’s expense.
Omnitron will pay the shipping charge to return the product to Buyer’s designated US address using
Omnitron’s standard shipping method.
Limitation of Warranty
The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate use and/or
maintenance of the equipment by Buyer, Buyer -supplied equipment, Buyer-supplied interfacing, unauthorized
modifications or
tampering with equipment (including removal of equipment cover by personnel not specifically authorized
and certified by Omnitron), or misuse, or operating outside the environmental specification of the product
(including but not limited to voltage, ambient temperature, radiation, unusual dust, etc.), or improper site
preparation or maintenance.
No other warranty is expressed or implied. Omnitron specifically disclaims the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose.
Exclusive Remedies
The remedies provided herein are the Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies. Omnitron shall not be liable for
any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any
legal theory .