Omnitron Systems Technology iConverter 2FXM User Manual

iConverter® 2FXM Media Converter

and

Network Interface Device

STANDALONE AND PLUG-IN MODULE

USER MANUAL

Release 3.4

Table of Contents

1.0 Overview ....................................................................................................................3

1.1 General Description....................................................................................................3

1.1.1 Advanced Features ....................................................................................................3

2.0 Port Structure .............................................................................................................4

2.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................4

2.1.1 Management Port.......................................................................................................4

2.1.2 Fiber Ports..................................................................................................................4

2.1.3 Backplane Ethernet Ports ..........................................................................................4

3.0 Installation Procedure ................................................................................................5

3.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................5

3.2 Configuring DIP-switches ...........................................................................................6

3.2.1 Board-Mounted Bank 1 Settings ................................................................................6

3.2.2 Board-Mounted Bank 2 Settings ................................................................................8

3.3 Install Module and Connect Cables............................................................................9

3.4 Configure the Module via Command Line Interface .................................................10

3.4.1 Setting IP and Control Preferences..........................................................................12

3.4.2 Setting SNMP Preferences ......................................................................................15

3.4.3 Management Processor VLAN Support ...................................................................18

3.4.4 Enabling/Disabling Soft-switch Reload.....................................................................19

3.4.5 Access the 2FXM Remotely.....................................................................................20

3.5 Verify Operation........................................................................................................23

4.0 Detailed Module Configuration.................................................................................24

4.1 Overview...................................................................................................................24

4.2 Module Management Mode......................................................................................27

4.3 Port Configuration ....................................................................................................28

4.3.1 Port Access.............................................................................................................29

4.3.2 Bandwidth Control....................................................................................................29

4.3.3 SFP Information .......................................................................................................30

4.3.4 802.3ah Parameters .................................................................................................32

4.3.5 802.3ah Events .......................................................................................................34

4.3.6 Port VLAN ................................................................................................................35

4.3.7 Tagged VLAN...........................................................................................................37

4.3.8 VLAN Membership Table .........................................................................................39

4.3.9 cNode Loopback ......................................................................................................42

4.3.10 Port Statistics ...........................................................................................................42

5.0 2FXM Specifications.................................................................................................44

6.0 Troubleshooting Guide.............................................................................................45

6.1 Overview...................................................................................................................45

6.1.1 Power Issues............................................................................................................45

6.1.2 Fiber Issues..............................................................................................................45

7.0 Warranty...................................................................................................................46

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1.0 OVERVIEW

This document describes the installation and configuration of the iConverter 2FXM 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

- Plug-In

1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Omnitron iConverter® 2FXM Network Interface Device (NID) with integrated management provides Fast Ethernet (100BASE-FX) 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 2FXM conforms to Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) fiber standards to support Fiber-to-the-X (FTTX) Metropolitan and Enterprise LAN networks. 2FXM NIDs are used to provide managed demarcation points at the customer premises and network edge, offering Quality of Service and Bandwidth Control (ratelimiting) capabilities.

The IP-based remote management of the 2FXM 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 2FXM for the module to be managed.

1.1.1 Advanced Features

The 2FXM 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 Virtual 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:

• Bandwidth Control (Rate Limiting) • Real-time MIB statistics reporting (38 variables)

• Port Access Control • 802.3ah OAM and Extensions

• cNode Level 1 Agent • SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3 Refer to the appropriate sections for configuration information.

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2.0 PORT STRUCTURE

2.1 OVERVIEW

The front panel of the 2FXM provides access to the management (serial console) and fiber ports. The fiber ports are SFP supporting 100BASE-FX transceivers. The plug-in module features two additional Ethernet ports for connectivity via the chassis backplane.

2.1.1 Management Port

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The 2FXM 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 DB9 female cable adapter (Part # 8082-0), which is included with the 2FXM.

An optional DB-9 male to female straight-through serial cable is available for extension (Part # 8081-3).

2.1.2 Fiber Ports

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The fiber interface supports the 100BASE-FX protocol. The fiber interface operates in manual mode and supports half or 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.

2.1.3 Backplane Ethernet Ports

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 Chassis 2-Module Chassis

1-Module Redundant Chassis

3.0 INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE

3.1 OVERVIEW

The following steps outline the installation and configuration procedures for the 2FXM. 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 2FXM 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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3.2 CONFIGURING DIP-SWITCHES

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The 2FXM plug-in module has two board-mounted DIP-switches. The standalone unit has one bank of DIP-switches. The locations of the DIP-switches are illustrated on below.

DIP-switch Locations

3.2.1 Board-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)

Switch

SW1

SW2 SW3

SW4 SW5

SW6 - SW8 See Link Mode DIP-Switch Table in Section 3.2.1.6

Left/Down

(Factory Default)

Off:

Pause Disable

FDX:

Fi ber Po rt 1 Full-Duple x

Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved FDX:

Fi ber Po rt 2 Full-Duple x

3.2.1.1 SW1 - Pause Disable/Enable “Off/On”

On:

Pause Enable

HDX:

Fiber Port 1 Half-Duplex

HDX:

Fiber Port 2 Half-Duplex

(Up/Down)

Right/Up

When the Pause Enable DIP-switch is “Off” position (factory default), the 2FXM disables the fiber ports’ ability to send and receive Pause frames during network congestion. Setting this DIP-switch to the“On” position, enables the 2FXM to receive Pause frames from its link partner . This enables the 2FXM to stop

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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 2FXM becomes congested, it will transmit a Pause frame to its link partner.

3.2.1.2 SW2 - Fiber Port 1 Full/Half-Duplex “FDX/HDX”

When the DIP-switch is in the Full Duplex “FDX” position (factory default), the fiber port will facilitate a connection that supports Full-Duplex operation. Setting this DIP-switch to Half-Duplex “HDX” facilitates a connection that supports only Half-Duplex.

3.2.1.3 SW3, SW4 - Reserved

These DIP-switches are for factory use only .

NOTE: DIP-switches marked Reserved must be kept in the LEFT (factory default) position.

3.2.1.5 SW5 - Fiber Port 2 Full/Half Duplex “FDX/HDX”

3.2.1.6 SW6, 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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SW6 SW7 SW8 Result

Left Left Left Enables Link Segment mode (LS).

Right Left Left Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).

Left Right Left

Right Right Left

Left Left Right Enables Symmetrica l Fault Detect mode (SFD).

Right Left Right Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.

Left Right Right Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.

Right Right Right 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).

SW6 SW7 SW8 Result

Down Down Down Enables Link Segment mode (LS).

Up Down Down Enables Link Propagate mode (LP).

Down Up Down

Up Up Down

Down Down Up Enables Symmetrical Fault Detect mode (SFD).

Up Down Up Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.

Down Up Up Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.

Up Up Up Illegal setting. LS mode is enabled.

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

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3.2.2 Board-Mounted Bank 2 Settings

DIP-switch Bank 2 is only available on the plug-in module.

Switch Left (Factory Default) Right

SW1 A-DS:

Backplane Port A Disabled

SW2 B-DS:

Backplane Port B Disabled

SW3 Res erved Reserved SW4 M/SL:

Master/S la ve A uto-Select

SW5 - SW8 R eserved Reserved

3.2.2.1 SW1 - Backplane Port A Enabled “A-DS/A-EN”

A-E N:

Port A Enabled

B-EN:

Port B Enabled

SL:

Slave-Mode Only

When the DIP-switch is in the Left “A-DS” position (factory default), Backplane Port A of the 2FXM is isolated from the chassis Backplane. When the DIP-switch is in the Right “A-EN” position, Backplane Port A of the 2FXM 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.

3.2.2.2 SW2 - 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.

3.2.2.3 SW4 - Master/Slave Auto-Select and Slave-Only “M/SL / SL

When multiple management modules such as the iConverter NMM and the 2FXM (or multiple self-managed modules such as 2FXM) 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.

3.2.2.4 SW3, SW5, SW6, SW7, SW8 - Reserved

These DIP-switches are for factory use only .

NOTE: DIP-switches marked Reserved must be kept in the Left (factory default) position.

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3.3 INSTALL MODULE AND CONNECT CABLES

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).

a. The 2FXM 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 2FXM 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 2FXM.

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 7014-1 matched with the 7015-1.

NOTE: In order to support Remote OAM Management Mode, Port 1 of the 2FXM must be connected to the Port 1 on the 2FXM or link partner.

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3.4 CONFIGURE THE MODULE VIA COMMAND LINE INTERF ACE

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To configure, attach the 2FXM to a DB-9 serial (RS-232) equipped computer with terminal emulation software such as HyperT erminal. The 2FXM 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 2FXM. 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 2FXM module and press <ENTER> to bring up a command line prompt on the attached PC.

The module is configured with the following defaults:

IP Address: 192.168.1.220 IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Passwords

Serial: No password assigned FTP: No password assigned Telnet: public

SNMPv1/v2c Communities

READ: public WRITE: public

SNMPv3 Parameters

User 1 name (read only): guest User 2 name (read/write): admin User 1 Privacy pwd: publicguest User 1 Authen pwd: publicguest User 2 Privacy pwd: privateadmin User 2 Authen pwd: privateadmin

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The Management Options screen will be displayed.

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Management Options iConverter, 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 2FXM 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 2FXM will respond with the Management Options screen.

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Omnitron Systems Technology Technical Support: (949) 250-6510 140 Technology #500 Sales/Products: (800) 675-8410 Irvine, CA 92618 On the web at: www.omnitron-systems.com

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IP Address 192.168.1.220 MAC 00:00:00:00:00:00

[xxxxxxxx] Please enter the password >

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3.4.1 Setting IP and Control Preferences

An IP address is required for the SNMP manager to address the 2FXM. The factory default setting is

192.168.1.220. The IP address can be configured manually or automatically as a DHCP client.

3.4.1.1 Setting 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 Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1: Set IP 192.168.1.220

2: Set Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 3: Set Gateway 192.168.1.1

4: Chassis Number 1 5: Chassis Name (also sysName) 2FXM

6: Enable/Disable TELNET Enabled 7: Enable/Disable FTP Disabled 8: Enable/Disable Soft Switch Reload Disabled

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 2FXM, 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 2FXM, 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 2FXM, 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.

3.4.1.2 Setting 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 Options iConverter, Serial Agent

Network Management 1: Chassis and Module Management 2: Set Module Identifier

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 Screen iConverter, Serial Agent

1: Enable/Disable DHCP Client Disabled 2: Enable/Disable Keep Alive Trap Disabled

3: Keep Alive Trap interval (10-600 secs) 10 4: Enable/Disable SW1 Switch Block Enabled

5: Serial Baud Rate 57600 bps 6: Enable/Disable VLAN Support Disabled

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.

3.4.1.3 Setting the Chassis Number and Name

A Chassis Name, or sysName, can be assigned for identification of the 2FXM 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 2FXM is installed without an iConverter NMM in the same chassis. When the 2FXM is installed in the same chassis as an NMM, then the 2FXM 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 2FXM is automatically assigned by the NMM.

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IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent

1: Set IP 192.168.1.220 2: Set Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 3: Set Gateway 192.168.1.1

4: Chassis Number 1 5: Chassis Name (also sysName) 2FXM

6: Enable/Disable TELNET Enabled 7: Enable/Disable FTP Disabled 8: Enable/Disable Soft Switch Reload Disabled

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.

3.4.1.4 Setting 2FXM Passwords

The 2FXM 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 2FXM is shipped from the factory with Telnet enabled and FTP disabled. From the IP and Control Preferences 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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