Omnitron Systems Technology Omnitron 8000-0 User Manual
iConverter® Network Management Module
USER MANUAL
Release 3.4
Table of Contents
1.0 Overview ....................................................................................................................3
2.0 Port Structure .............................................................................................................4
2.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................4
2.1.1 Serial Console Port ....................................................................................................4
2.1.2 Daisy Chain Ports (Multi-Chassis)..............................................................................4
2.1.3 UTP Management Port ..............................................................................................5
2.1.4 Ethernet Backplane Port ............................................................................................5
3.0 Installation Procedure ................................................................................................8
3.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................8
3.2 Configuring Switches..................................................................................................8
3.2.1 Ethernet Crossover Switch.........................................................................................8
3.2.2 Backplane Enable Switch...........................................................................................8
3.3 Installing the Module and Connecting the UTP Cable................................................8
3.4 Configure the Module via Command Line Interface ...................................................9
3.4.1 Setting IP and Control Preferences..........................................................................11
3.4.2 Setting SNMP Preferences ......................................................................................14
3.4.3 Management Support...............................................................................................16
3.4.4 Enabling/Disabling Soft-switch Reload.....................................................................16
3.4.5 Access the NMM Remotely......................................................................................18
3.5 Verify Operation........................................................................................................20
4.0 Module Status ..........................................................................................................21
4.1 Overview...................................................................................................................21
5.0 NMM Specifications..................................................................................................23
6.0 Troubleshooting Guide.............................................................................................24
6.1 Overview...................................................................................................................24
6.1.1 Power Issues............................................................................................................24
6.1.3 UTP Issues...............................................................................................................24
7.0 Warranty...................................................................................................................25
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1.0 OVERVIEW
The iConverter® Network Management Module (NMM) is the heart of the iConverter management system.
It features a 32-bit, high performance RISC microprocessor executing a realtime operating system. It
supports the SNMP and Telnet protocols and is capable of controlling up to 19 managed chassis.
The NMM delivers Operations, Administration and Maintenance (OAM) services for carrier-class network
access with comprehensive provisioning and network monitoring. The NMM features IP-based and IP-less
management of iConverter modules within the management domain (modules and chassis connected to the
NMM). IP-less management includes IEEE 802.3ah OAM and Omnitron’ s Secure IP-less OAM management
When managing high-density fiber connections in a Central Office or network core, the NMM clusters up
to 19 chassis into a single IP address. In this configuration, NMM modules within each chassis are connected
to each other over a daisy chain connection.
The NMM polls all converters and power supplies within its domain, continuously collecting status and
module information. It reports its collected status via the SNMP protocol to element management
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applications, such as Omnitron’s SNMP-based NetOutlook
Management Software
NOTE: It is recommended that the revision of firmware on the NMM be the same or greater than
any other management module installed in the chassis or connected remotely to installed modules.
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.
Release 3.4 supports SNMPv1, SNMPv2c and SNMPv3.
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2.0 PORT STRUCTURE
2.1 OVERVIEW
The Network Management Module front panel provides the access to the Management ports. Management
can be accessed through the serial port or the UTP port. The module features a backplane Ethernet port for
connectivity to adjacent modules.
Serial Port
Daisy Chain Port
UTP Management Port
2.1.1 Serial Console Port
The NMM features a Serial RS-232 Console Port (aka Craft Interface) for the initial setup and configuration
described in this manual. The Serial Console Port is accessed through the DB9 female DCE interface.
2.1.2 Daisy Chain Ports (Multi-Chassis)
The NMM provides a pair of redundant ports to daisy chain (cascade) up to 19 chassis providing single IP
address management.
Multi-Chassis Configuration
T o configure a set of chassis for a multi-chassis configuration, the following requirements must be followed:
• Only one NMM per chassis
• No other management modules can be installed in the chassis (i.e. 10/100M, GX/TM, etc.)
• Each NMM must have a unique chassis number (see Section 3.4.1.3)
• Remote OAM must be disabled (see Section 3.4.3.2)
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The illustration below shows how multi-chassis are managed using Omnitron’s NetOutlook Management
Software. From the chassis view screen, each of the chassis are available.
NetOutlook Chassis View
Multi-chassis configuration can also be managed through the serial console port. From the Chassis Selection
section of screen, each of the chassis connected together are available. See Section 4.0 for detailed menu
screens.
2.1.3 UTP Management Port
The NMM features a front-panel 10Mbps Ethernet management port to facilitate SNMP management of
iConverter modules in a 2, 5 or 19-Module chassis. Front-panel (Out-of-Band) management is accomplished
by attaching a Category 5 UTP or better cable to the Ethernet front-panel management port.
2.1.4 Ethernet Backplane Port
The NMM also features a 10Mbps Ethernet backplane port. The backplane port A allows Ethernet data
connectivity between the adjacent module in the chassis. The backplane port provides In-Band management
connectivity between the NMM and the adjacent module when both have their backplanes enabled.
Management traffic from the adjacent module transverse the backplane to the NMM.
The backplane port can be disabled or enabled via an on-board slide switch. The NMM supports Backplane
Port A only.
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The iConverter 19-Module, 5-Module and 2-Module Chassis backplanes provide ethernet data connectivity
between adjacent slots. The A and B backplane ports connect the slots as illustrated.
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The backplane data bus supports Out-of-Band Management and In-Band Management configurations.
Out-of-Band Management
Out-of-Band Management is available by directly connecting the Network Management Station (NMS)
to the UTP port on the front of the NMM. This isolates the management traffic from the rest of the
traffic in the chassis.
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
“A” Link
“B” Link
Chassis
Backplane
A Port
NMM
front /
back
select
A Port
switch chip
Internal
10/100
B Port
A Port
switch chip
Internal
10/100
B Port
NMM
NMS
Disable
Fiber
100 port
UTP
10/100 port
Fiber
100 port
10/100 port
Enabled
UTP
Out-of-Band Management (with backplanes disabled)
In-Band Management
In-Band Management is supported by using the chassis backplane to provide connection between the NMM
and an adjacent module. The adjacent module provides access between the NMM and the NMS via the
backplane data bus. In order to provide a secure management connection, a management VLAN must be
configured (see section 3.4.3 on Management VLAN).
Chassis
Backplane
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
A Port
NMM
front /
back
select
“A” Link
A Port
Fiber
B Port
Internal
10/100
switch chip
UTP
“B” Link
A Port
Fiber
Internal
10/100
switch chip
NMM
NMS
Customer Ethernet Switch
Disable
Enabled
In-Band Management (with backplanes enabled)
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B Port
UTP
3.0 INST ALLA TION PROCEDURE
3.1 OVERVIEW
The following steps outline the installation and configuration procedures for the NMM. Refer to the
specified sections for detailed instructions.
• Configuring Switches (Section 3.2)
• Installing the Module and Connecting the UTP Cable (Section 3.3)
• Configure the Module via Command Line Interface (Section 3.4)
• V erify Operation (Section 3.5)
When the setup and configuration procedures are completed, the NMM has been configured for operation.
3.2 CONFIGURING SWITCHES
Board Mounted Switches
3.2.1 Ethernet Crossover Switch
The NMM has an on-board switch for the configuration of the device connecting to the front-panel UTP
management port. When connecting to a hub or switch, set the Ethernet Crossover Switch to “Switch”.
When connecting to a workstation, set to “Workstation” (factory default).
3.2.2 Backplane Enable Switch
The NMM provides an on-board switch to configure the module for In-Band or Out-of-Band management.
When the Backplane Enable Switch is in the Front position (factory default), the front-panel UTP management
port is enabled and the backplane Ethernet port is disabled. This is defined as Out-of-Band management.
When the switch is in the Back position, the front-panel port is disabled and the backplane port is enabled.
This is defined as In-Band management. In this setting, the NMM module can communicate with an
adjacent module via the chassis backplane.
3.3 INST ALLING THE MODULE AND CONNECTING THE UTP CABLE
• Since the NMM only supports backplane port A, it is recommended that the NMM be installed in
Slot 1. 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).
• Connect the UTP port via a Category 5 cable or better to a 10BASE-T Ethernet device (Management
Station).
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