PLANET MC-1600MR User Manual

User's Manual

MC-1600MR MC-1600MR48

16-Slot Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

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FCC Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

WEEE Warning

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Revision

PLANET Web Smart Media Converter Chassis User’s manual

MODEL: MC-1600MR / MC-1600MR48

REVISION: 1.0 (MARCH.2007) Part No.: EM-MC1600M_v1.0 (2080-AA3450-000)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................... 4

1.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................. 4

1.2 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................................................4

1.3 ABOUT THE WEB SMART MEDIA CONVERTER CHASSIS ................................................................................ 5

1.4 FEATURES ................................................................................................................................................. 5

1.5 SPECIFICATION .......................................................................................................................................... 6

2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................7

2.1 FRONT PANEL ............................................................................................................................................ 7

2.2 REAR PANEL.............................................................................................................................................. 8

2.3 WEB SMART MEDIA CONVERTER CHASSIS INSTALLATION............................................................................. 9

3. WEB SMART MEDIA CONVERTER CHASSIS MANAGEMENT............................................................ 13

3.1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................................... 13

3.2 MANAGEMENT METHODS .......................................................................................................................... 13

3.2.1 Local Console Management...........................................................................................................13

3.2.2 Web Management...........................................................................................................................14

3.3 ASSIGNING AN IP ADDRESS TO THE WEB SMART MEDIA CONVERTER CHASSIS ...........................................14

3.4 LOGGING ON TO THE WEB SMART MEDIA CONVERTER CHASSIS ................................................................. 15

4. CONSOLE INTERFACE............................................................................................................................16

4.1 CONNECT TO PC ................................................................................................................................. 16

4.2 LOGIN IN .................................................................................................................................................. 17

4.3 MAIN MENU SCREEN ................................................................................................................................17

4.4 GETTING STARTED ................................................................................................................................... 18

4.4.1 General Guidelines.........................................................................................................................18

4.4.2 Show command..............................................................................................................................19

4.4.3 Set command..................................................................................................................................23

4.4.4 Factory default................................................................................................................................27

4.4.5 Reboot.............................................................................................................................................28

4.4.6 Logout.............................................................................................................................................29

5. WEB MANAGEMENT.................................................................................................................................30

5.1 LOGIN IN TO THE WEB SMART MEDIA CONVERTER CHASSIS ....................................................................... 30

5.2 CHASSIS STATUS .....................................................................................................................................31

5.3 CONVERTER STATUS................................................................................................................................32

5.4 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................................................... 34

5.5 LOCATION SETTING ..................................................................................................................................37

5.6 REDUNDANT BACKUP SETTING ................................................................................................................. 38

5.7 PASSWORD SETTING ................................................................................................................................39

5.8 FIRMWARE UPGRADE ............................................................................................................................... 41

5.9 RESTORE SYSTEM DEFAULT .....................................................................................................................44

5.10 REBOOT SYSTEM ................................................................................................................................... 45

5.11 LOGOUT................................................................................................................................................. 46

6. LINK PASS THROUGH FUNCTION......................................................................................................... 48

6.1 LINK LOSS CARRY FORWARD (LLCF)........................................................................................................ 48

6.2 LINK LOSS RETURN (LLR) ........................................................................................................................ 49

7. TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................50

APPENDIX A NETWORKING CONNECTION...............................................................................................51

A.1 SWITCH‘S RJ-45 PIN ASSIGNMENTS ......................................................................................................... 51

A.2 RJ-45 CABLE PIN ASSIGNMENT .................................................................................................................51

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Package Contents

Thank you for purchasing PLANET Web Smart Media Converter Chassis, the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis package shall contain following contents:

Check the contents of your package for follow i ng parts:

z Web Smart Media Converter Chassis with one power supply installed x1

z User's manual CD x1

z Quick Installation Guide x1

z RS-232 console cable x1

z Power Cord x1

z Two Rack-Mounting Brackets with attachment screws x1

If any of these pieces are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately, if possible, retain the carton including the original packing material, and use them against to repack the product in case there is a need to return it to us for repair.

1.2 How to Use This Manual

The Web Smart Media Converter Chassis User’s Manual is structured as followings:

Section 2, Hardware Installation

It explains the functions of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis and how to install the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Section 3, Web Smart Media Converter Chassis Management

It contains information about how to manage the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Section 4, Console Interface

It contains information about the smart function from the console interface of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Section 5, Web Management

It contains information about the smart function from the Web interface of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Section 6, Link Pass Through Function

It contains detail explanation about the Link Pass Through function.

Section 7, Troubleshooting

It contains troubleshooting guide of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Appendix A

It contains cable information of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

In the following section, the term “Web Smart Media Converter Chassis” means the MC-1600MR and MC-1600MR48.

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1.3 About the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

The Web Smart Media Converter Chassis provides one management module and 16-Slots for optional FST-8/ GST-7 series Fast / Gigabit Ethernet Smart Media converter installation, with hot-swappable feature and the redundant link function to avoid entire network down time. Its management function allows network administrators to monitor the slide in connection status of converter module and configures the converter module via local console port and remote Web interface.

The MC-1600MR equip with one 100~240V AC power supply unit and MC-1600MR48 equip with one DC -48V power supply unit on its standard package, both MC-1600MR and MC-1600MR48 provide one spare power supply unit slot for option redundant power supply installation. A redundant power supply is also provided to enhance the reliability with options of either 100~240V AC power supply unit or DC -48V power supply unit.

1.4 Features

◆ High quality 19”Rack-Mountable Chassis installation

◆ Supports up to sixteen hot-swappable slide-in modular media converter

◆ One 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet port and one RS-232 port for management

◆ Two power slots at rear panel for redundant power support with options of 100~240V AC or -48V DC supply

◆ Reduces the effort of converter’s maintenance and management

◆ LED indicators for system and fan status, up to two fans installation of increased air-flow for system cooling

◆ Supports the PLANET smart Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet Media Converter FST-8 and GST-7 series

◆ Auto-MDI / MDI-X for 10/100Base-TX port

◆ Manageable through local console and remote Web interface

◆ EMI standards comply with FCC, CE class A

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1.5 Specification

Model MC-1600MR MC-1600MR48

Hardware Specification

Dimension (W x D xH) 440 x 88 x 350mm, 2U

Slot 16 open converter slots (115 x 80 x 26mm, W x D x H)

2 power slot s (one fixed, one vacant* )

Power requirement 100-240V AC, 1.5A, 50-60Hz DC -48V, 2A

Power Output 5V DC per slot, 2A maximum

Power consumption 8.4 Watts / 28BTU (1 x power supply , not

include converters)

120 Watts / 409BTU ( Full loading)

Operate environment 0~50 Degree C, 5%~90%RH

Storage environment -20~70 Degree C, 5%~90%RH

Emission FCC Class A, CE mark

Management Interface

Standards IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet, IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.3x

Flow control

Fixed interface 10/100Base-TX port , RS-232 console port x1, Reset button x1

Speed Ethernet: 10/20Mbps for half / full-duplex, Fast Ethernet: 100/200Mbps for half / full-duplex

LED indicator System: MGM, Console: LNK/ACT, PWR ON x2, PWR FAIL x2, FAN FAIL x2

5.3 Watts / 18BTU (1 x power supply, not include converters)

96 Watts / 327 BTU ( Full loading)

Remark: The device comes with one build in power module, to install the second power module into the vacant power slot, please consult your local dealer.

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2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION

This section describes the functionalities of MC-1600MR / MC-1600MR48 components and guides how to install the device on the desktop or shelf. Basic knowledge of networking is assumed; please read this chapter completely before continuing installs the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

2.1 Front Panel

The Web Smart Media Converter Chassis provides one management module and 16-Slots for optional FST-8/ GST-7 series Fast / Gigabit Ethernet Smart Media converter installation.

Figure 2-1: Web Smart Media Converter Chassis front panel

The LED indicators of the management module include power on, power fail, fan fail, MGM, Console and LNK/ACT. The management module front panel in Figure 2-2 appears and the LED indicator in table 2-1 appears.

LED Indicators

LED Color LED Status Function

PWR ON

PWR FAIL

FAN FAIL

MGM

CONSOLE

LNK/ACT

Figure 2-2: Management module front panel

Green

Amber

Green

Table 2-1: LED Indicators from Management module front panel

Lights On Indicate that the device has power. Lights Off Indicate that the device not receive power. Lights On Indicate that power is inserted and failed to

work.

Lights Off Indicate that power is inserted and work

normal.

Lights On Indicate that fan is failed to work.

Lights Off Indicate that fan is work normally. Light blink Indicate that CPU is working. Light Off Indicate that CPU is not working. Light blink Indicate that console port is working. Light Off Indicate that console port is not working. Light On The link through that port is successfully

established.

Light Off The link through that port is not established

or run at 10Mbps half / full duplex mode.

Notice:

Press the RESET button for 5 seconds, the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis will back to factory default mode; the entire configuration will be erased.

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2.2 Rear Panel

Figure 2-3: Rear panel of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

Install and remove the power supply unit

To install a power supply unit to Web Smart Media Converter Chassis, please fasten the hand screw clockwise and slide in the power supply unit to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

To remove a power supply unit out the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis, please loose the hand screw counter clockwise and pull out the power supply unit from the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Figure 2-4: Install and remove the power supply unit of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

Power Notice:

1. The device is a power-required device, it means, it will not work till it is powered. If your networks should active all the time, please consider using UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) for your device. It will prevent you from network data loss or network downtime.

2. In some area, installing a surge suppression device may also help to protect your Web Smart Media Converter Chassis from being damaged by unregulated surge or current to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

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2.3 Web Smart Media Converter Chassis Installation

The chapter describes how to install optional FST-8/ GST-7 series Fast / Gigabit Ethernet Smart Media converter into your Web Smart Media Converter Chassis, please read the following topics and perform the procedures in the order being presented.

To install your Web Smart Media Converter Chassis on a desktop or shelf, simply complete the following steps.

2.3.1 Desktop Installation

To install a Web Smart Media Converter Chassis on a desktop or shelf, simply completed the following steps:

Step 1: Attached the rubber feet to the recessed areas on the bottom of the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Step 2: Place the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis on a desktop or shelf near an AC/DC power source.

Step 3: Keep enough ventilation space between the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis and the surrounding objects.

#Notice:

When choosing a location, please keep in mind the environmental restrictions discussed in Chapter 1, Section 5, Specification.

Step 4: Connect your Web Smart Media Converter Chassis to network administrator stations.

A. Connect one end of a standard network cable to the 10/100 RJ-45 port on the management module front panel of

the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

B. Start to manage the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis through the Microsoft Internet Explorer and etc.

#Notice:

Connection to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis requires UTP Category 5 network cabling with RJ-45 tips. For

more information, please see the Cabling Specification in Appendix A.

Step 5: Supply power to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

A. Connect one end of the power cable to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis. B. Connect the power plug of the power cable to a standard wall outlet then power on the Web Smart Media Converter

Chassis.

When the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis receives power, the Power LED should remain solid Green.

2.3.2 Rack Mounting

To install the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis in a 19-inch standard rack, follow the instructions described below.

Step 1: Place your Web Smart Media Converter Chassis on a hard flat surface, with the front panel positioned towards your

front side.

Step 2: Attach a rack-mount bracket to each side of the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis with supplied screws at-

tached to the package. Figure 2-5 shows how to attach brackets to one side of the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Figure 2-5 Attaching the brackets to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

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Caution:

You must use the screws supplied with the mounting brackets. Damage caused to the parts by using incorrect screws would invalidate your warranty.

Step 3: Secure the brackets tightly.

Step 4: Follow the same steps to attach the second bracket to the opposite side.

Step 5: After the brackets are attached to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis, use suitable screws to securely attach

the brackets to the rack, as shown in Figure 2-6.

Figure 2-6 Mounting the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis in a Rack

Step 6: Proceed with the steps 4 and steps 5 of section 2.3.1 Desktop Installation to connect the network cabling and

supply power to your Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

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2.3.3 Slide Media Converter board into MC-1600MR /MR48 Chassis Installation

Step 1: unscrew and pull out the FST-80x /GST-70x Media Converter board.

Step 2: Remove a blank faceplate from an empty expansion slot on the front of the chassis. The FST-80x /GST-70x

Media Converter board can be installed in any expansion slot.

Step 3: Slide the FST-80x /GST-70x Media Converter board into the expansion slot, aligning it with the guide rails, until it

firmly connects to the chassis’ backplane.

Step 4: Secure the FST-80x /GST-70x Media Converter board to the chassis by tightening the thumbscrew.

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2.3.4 Centralize management Media Converter application

Affording the current network grows and expanding, the PLANET MC-1600MR/MC-1600R48 provide advanced Media conversion technology to fill this kind of demands. The Web Smart Media Converter chassis allows installing up to sixteen FST-8 / GST-7 series of Fast /Gigabit Ethernet Smart Media converter with diverse fiber connect types of options to meet different network applications. It is very flexible for FST-8 / GST-7 series to install into the central Web Smart Media converter chassis for centralized management.

Once, the FST-8 / GST-7 series of Fast /Gigabit Ethernet Smart Media converter install into Web Smart Media Converter chassis with hot swappable feature and redundant link function to avoid entire network downtime. The PLANET Web Smart Media Converter chassis with FST-8 / GST-7 series of Fast /Gigabit Ethernet Smart Media converter are the ideal solution for building a network solution of FTTC (Fiber to the Curb) and FTTB (Fiber to the Building) for ISPs, campuses and enterprises.

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3. WEB SMART MEDIA CONVERTER CHASSIS MANAGEMENT

This chapter describes how to manage the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis. Topics include:

- Overview

- Management methods

- Assigning an IP address to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

- Logging on to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

3.1 Overview

The Web Smart Media Converter Chassis provides a user-friendly, command line under console interface. Using this interface, you can perform various Web Smart Media Converter Chassis configuration and management activities, including:

Command Description

Show system Show software version, Mac address and IP address of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Show IP Show current IP subnet address of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Show power Show current power supply unit status of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Show slot [n]

Show redundant [n] Show per redundant group status of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Set slot [n]

Set redundant [n] disable / enable

Set IP xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx, mmm. mmm, mmm, mmm, ggg.ggg.ggg.ggg

Set Pass [oldpass] [ newpass]

Factory Default Reset the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis to factory default mode.

Reboot Reboot the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Logout Logout console interface of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Please refer to the following Chapter 4 and 5 for the details.

Show current per slot status of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis with FST-8 / GST-7 Media Converter boards.

Configure per slot setting of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis with various Media Converter boards.

Disable or enable per redundant group of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Assign IP address, subnet mask, and gateway of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

Change the default password of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis, the maximum length is 8 characters.

3.2 Management Methods

There are two ways to manage the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis:

- Local Console Management via the serial port of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

- Web Management via a network or dial-up connection.

3.2.1 Local Console Management

You can manage the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis locally by connecting a VT100 terminal, or a personal computer or workstation with terminal emulation software, to the serial port of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis. The terminal or workstation connects to the serial port of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis. using a null modem cable that has the appropriate connectors on each end.

This management method is ideal when:

- The network is unreliable.

- The Network Manager does not have direct network connection.

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The serial port of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis. default setting is set to 19200 baud using a character format of 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit.

Therefore, configure the terminal or workstation to use these settings before you log on to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis. You can change this default setting, if desired, after you log on.

3.2.2 Web Management

You can manage the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis remotely by having a remote host with web browser, such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator.

Using this management method:

The Web Smart Media Converter Chassis must have an Internet Protocol (IP) address accessible for the remote host.

3.3 Assigning an IP Address to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

To manage the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis remotely through the web browser with a Management Station, you must assign an IP address to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis.

To set the IP address, please use “set ip xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx mmm.mmm.mmm.mmm ggg.ggg.ggg.ggg” command.

For example, to configure the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis with the following IP settings:

IP Address: 192.168.0.1

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Default Gateway: 192.168.0.254

Press the following command and press <Enter>

set ip 192.168.0.1 255.255.255.0 192.168.0.254

Then the following message appears under console interface:

The IP sets to 192.168.0.1

The netmask sets to 255.255.255.0

The gateway sets to 192.168.0.254

You can access the web interface of Web Smart Media Converter Chassis through the new IP address.

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3.4 Logging on to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis

When you log on to the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis console port for the first time, a sign-on string appears and you are prompted for a console login user name and password.

The factory default login username and password is admin.

#Notice:

1. For security reason, please change and memorize the new password after this first setup.

2. Only accept command in lowercase letter under console interface.

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4. CONSOLE INTERFACE

4.1 CONNECT TO PC

RS-232 serial cable

Use the bundled RS-232 serial cable and attach the 9-pin female connector to the male connector on the Web Smart Media Converter Chassis. Plug the other side of this cable to your PC.

Hyper Terminal

In Windows 98/2000/ME/XP, launch “HyperTerminal”, create a new connection, and adjust settings as below:

 Emulation: VT-100 compatible  Baud per second: 19200  Data bits: 8  Parity: None  Stop bits: 1  Flow Control: None

To gain a demo, please see the Figure 4-1.

Figure 4-1 Port Settings for console interface

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