AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide Part Number: EK-ASIP2-OG.
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Table of Contents Preface 1 Product Overview 1.1 Introduction .........................................................................................................................................1–1 1.2 IP Platform Overview ..........................................................................................................................1–1 1.2.1 IP Simplex System.....................................................................................................................1–2 1.2.
2.3.1 Preinstallation Considerations ....................................................................................................2–2 2.4 Hardware Installation...........................................................................................................................2–3 2.4.1 Installing the IP Platform ...........................................................................................................2–4 2.4.1.1 Connecting the Network Hardware....................................
B Alarm Input Wiring B.1 Alarm Input Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................................. B–1 B.2 Wiring User Alarm Inputs.................................................................................................................. B–2 C Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Inverter C.1 Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Controllers ...................................................................................... C–1 C.1.
Table 2-3: E-1 to DTI/212 75-Ohm Pin Designations ...............................................................................2–6 Table 2-4: E-1 to DTI/212 120-Ohm Pin Designations .............................................................................2–6 Table 2-5: LSI/120 Loop-Start 25-Pin Designations .................................................................................2–7 Table 2-6: LSI/120 Loop-Start 50-Pin Designations ..............................................................
Preface About This Guide The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide describes how to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain an AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform. If information is available elsewhere, this manual provides a reference to the appropriate documentation. Intended Audience This manual is intended for qualified system managers and technical end users trained in the installation and the servicing of computer systems.
Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Convention Meaning IP Describes an industry-standard acronym for Intelligent Peripheral. Note A note calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance. Caution A caution contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment. Warning A warning contains information essential to the safety of personnel. ➊ Circled numbers provide a link between figures or examples and text.
1 Product Overview 1.1 Introduction This chapter includes the following topics: • IP Platform Overview • IP Platform Features • IP Platform Required and Optional Hardware 1.2 IP Platform Overview The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform provides a full suite of hardware and software components for voice processing, telephony and data communications, management, processing, and storage.
Product Overview 1.2.1 IP Simplex System The simplex system is a central office compatible rackmount system intended for Telco central office environments.
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Product Overview 1.3 System Features This section provides a brief description of the system features of the AlphaServer IP Platform. 1.3.1 User Interfaces The AlphaServer IP Platform is designed to work in real-time public networks of telecommunications service providers. System and network management activities are performed by means of a separate data communications network rather than the telephony communications network (for example, voice or signaling).
Product Overview 1.3.5 Upgrading Additional hardware and software options may be added to your AlphaServer IP Platform components. For a complete list of available options, refer to the individual component's documentation listed in the Related Documentation section of the Preface in this guide. ___________________________ Important _________________________ FCC and safety review is valid only for options listed in this guide. ______________________________________________________________ 1.3.
Product Overview 1.3.7 System Security The AlphaServer IP Platform contains front and rear key locking doors to limit access to system components. Each AlphaServer IP Platform comes with a duplicate set of front and rear door keys. In addition, each AlphaServer 1000A system contains a key to lock the individual processor. Refer to the AlphaServer 1000A Rackmount Owner's Guide for instructions on locking the AlphaServer 1000A system.
Product Overview 1.4.1.2 AlphaServer 1000A Required Hardware Table 1-1 lists the required hardware for the AlphaServer 1000A system. Refer to the DIGITAL Systems and Options Catalog for descriptions of optional hardware.
Product Overview 1.4.2 Modular Storage Shelf Subsystem (BA35x-Sx) This section provides a brief description of the modular storage shelf subsystem. 1.4.2.1 Overview The StorageWorks disk drive subsystem is a rackmount storage resource provided to solution developers and service developers creating applications on the AlphaServer IP Platform. The shelves are contained in a separate chassis that provides a flexible capacity for adding and hot-swapping disks.
Product Overview 1.4.3.2 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Required and Optional Hardware The ISA bus expansion chassis connects to the AlphaServer 1000A EISA bus by means of the AT (ISA) bus expansion kit. The AT (ISA) bus expansion kit includes transmitter and receiver modules and an interconnecting cable. The transmitter module resides in the AlphaServer 1000A system, the receiver module resides in the ISA bus expansion chassis, and the cable connects both modules.
Product Overview 1.4.4 IP Power Controller Subsystem This section briefly describes the IP power controller subsystem. 1.4.4.1 Overview Each rackmount simplex and duplex IP Platform contains one or two power controllers located in the bottom rack of the cabinet. Each controller provides power to one ISA bus expansion chassis, one BA35x-Sx modular storage shelf, and one AlphaServer 1000A processor. The AlphaServer IP Platform supports the following power controller models: 120 Vac, 250 Vac, or -48 Vdc.
Product Overview 1.4.6 External Hardware Options Table 1-6 contains external hardware options.
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2 Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware 2.1 Introduction This chapter includes the following topics: • Factory installed hardware • Site preparation • Hardware installation 2.2 Factory Installed Hardware The AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform is configured and delivered according to customer specification, with all hardware and software factory-installed. It is shipped ready for connection to a customer's power source and network hardware.
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware 2.3 Site Preparation This section describes the site-specific installation requirements for the IP Platform. _____________________________Caution___________________________ Review your system warranty. It may require that a Compaq service representative install your system to prevent damage to equipment or software.
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware 2.4 Hardware Installation This section describes the installation and setup of the IP Platform. ___________________________ WARNING _________________________ Only a qualified service person should install the system.
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware 2.4.1 Installing the IP Platform After you have verified the installation site, install the AlphaServer IP Platform by performing the following steps: 1. Position the cabinet, allowing a 60.96 cm (24 in) minimum rear aisle clearance and a 76.2 cm (30 in) minimum front aisle clearance. 2. Level the cabinet using the four-point leveling hardware. 3.
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware 2.4.1.1.1 Connecting Dialogic D/240SC-T1 and DTI/211 T-1 Modules On the rear bracket of the D/240SC-T1 and DTI/211 network modules is an RJ-48C jack for connecting to the T-1 network. The cabling between this jack and the CSU or other DSX-1 equipment should be 4-pair telephone line or equivalent. The network interface module of the cable should consist of an RJ-48C plug. The user is responsible for supplying an appropriate cable for these connections.
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware 2.4.1.1.2 Connecting Dialogic DTI/212 E-1 Modules (75-Ohm) The Dialogic DTI/212 E-1 modules come in 75-ohm and 120-ohm versions. If you have a DTI/212 120-ohm module, see Section 2.4.1.1.3. Refer to the Dialogic Network Hardware Reference for additional information on DTI/212 E-1 modules. On the rear bracket of the DTI/212 75-ohm module are two BNC-type jacks for connecting to the external E-1 network.
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware To cable the DTI/212 120-ohm module to the E-1 network, follow these steps: 1. Align the RJ-48C connector at the DTI/212 120-ohm module end of the E-1 to DTI/212 120-ohm cable with jack J201 on the rear bracket of the DTI/212 module. 2. Gently push the cable connector into the RJ-48C jack until it snaps into place. 2.4.1.1.
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware Table 2-6: LSI/120 Loop-Start 50-Pin Designations RING 1 1 26 TIP 1 RING 2 2 27 TIP 2 RING 3 3 28 TIP 3 RING 4 4 29 TIP 4 RING 5 5 30 TIP 5 RING 6 6 31 TIP 6 RING 7 7 32 TIP 7 RING 8 8 33 TIP 8 RING 9 9 34 TIP 9 RING 10 10 35 TIP 10 RING 11 11 36 TIP 11 RING 12 12 37 TIP 12 RING NC 13 38 TIP NC RING NC 14 39 TIP NC RING NC 15 40 TIP NC RING NC 16 41 TIP NC RING NC 17 42 TIP NC RING NC 18 43
Installing the AlphaServer IP Platform Hardware 2.4.2 Locking Your System The AlphaServer IP Platform is protected by a key lock in the front and rear door panels. Duplicate interchangeable sets of keys are provided for both front and rear locks. The AlphaServer 1000A system also comes with a set of keys for each CPU. _____________________________ Note____________________________ Store the keys in a safe place. Record the key number for each cabinet door and each CPU.
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3 Basic Operation 3.1 Introduction This chapter describes: • Turning on the AlphaServer IP Platform • Basic operation of the IP Platform subsystem components 3.2 Turning on the AlphaServer IP Platform After the AlphaServer IP Platform is properly secured, plugged in, and connected to the building's network hardware, you are ready to power up the system. Refer to Appendix D and Appendix E for the IP Platform diagrams to assist you in locating the system components. 3.2.
Basic Operation 3.3 Basic Operation of the IP Platform Subsystem Components The following sections describe the basic operation of the IP Platform subsystem components. 3.3.1 Alarm Indicator Panel The alarm indicator panel (see Figure 3-1) contains the following: • Visual indicators • Audible indicator • Battery backup logic • Keep-alive function • Dry contacts Visual Indicators The alarm indicator panel has three alarm LED indicators.
Basic Operation The following table describes the normal conditions of the alarm indicator panel when the AlphaServer 1000A is powered on and the Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager (IPFM) software is running.
Basic Operation Audible Indicator The audible indicator has three distinct sounds associated with the three levels of alarming. This indicator is controlled by software through the alarm control module or by a disable switch on the alarm indicator panel itself. The audible indicator will sound at the level of the most severe alarmed event that is currently active. No more than one level of audible alarm can be enabled at any one time.
Basic Operation 5. Remove the three screws from the top edge and the three screws from the bottom edge of the alarm indicator panel frame that secure the alarm indicator panel rear cover. 6. Remove the alarm indicator panel rear cover. 7. Remove the seven batteries from the battery holders. ___________________________ WARNING _________________________ Replace the batteries with the same type (PN 12-41230-04) or an equivalent type recommended by the battery manufacturer.
Basic Operation Figure 3-2: Dry Contact Terminal Connectors A 1 2 3 B 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 LJ-06572.AI7 A Input Terminal Block B Output Terminal Block ➊ Ext. Critical Alarm ➏ Critical Alarm ➋ Ext. Major Alarm ➐ Major Alarm ➌ Ext. Minor Alarm ➑ Minor Alarm ➍ Ext.
Basic Operation 3.3.3 Modular Storage Shelf BA35x-Sx Subsystem There may be up to eight StorageWorks building blocks (SBBs) on each modular storage shelf BA35x-Sx subsystem. The StorageWorks Building Block (SBB) slots are numbered 0 through 7 from right to left with the power supply SBB in slot 7. On the IP simplex system, the storage SBBs are in slots 0-6. On the duplex system, the available storage SBBs are in slots 0-5.
Basic Operation 3.3.4 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis The AlphaServer IP Platform supports a variety of voice/telephony options through the addition of an ISA bus expansion chassis. The ISA bus expansion chassis is configured with a 20-slot ISA backplane. The EISA to ISA bridge uses one slot and the remaining 19 slots are available for telephony options.
4 Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform 4.1 Introduction In order to upgrade the AlphaServer IP Platform or replace defective parts, you need to remove and install components within the IP Platform. These components are within the individual AlphaServer 1000A system, ISA bus expansion chassis, and modular storage shelf BA35x-Sx subsystems. After you change any IP Platform component, you may want to verify or modify the system configuration.
Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform 4.
Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform 4.3 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis Configuration The ISA bus expansion chassis provides a flexible capacity for adding voice modules of varying types based on products from Dialogic. See Section 1.4 for a complete list of available ISA bus expansion options. Once the Dialogic voice modules are physically installed, you need to configure them by running the ECU from the IP Platform console terminal.
Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform 4.3.2 Removing and Replacing the AT Bus Expansion Kit The 2T-VC220-IP AT bus expansion kit consists of the transmit module installed in the AlphaServer 1000A, the receive module installed in the ISA bus expansion chassis, and a 2meter cable that connects the two modules. Perform the following procedure to remove the receive module from the ISA bus expansion chassis: 1.
Reconfiguring the AlphaServer IP Platform 4.5 Alarm Indicator Panel Configuration The alarm indicator panel provides programmable visual and audible alarm indicators for the AlphaServer IP Platform. The alarm indicator panel consists of a metal frame, graphics panel(s), and alarm indicator module(s). A cable connects the alarm indicator module to the alarm control module that is installed on the AlphaServer 1000A PCI bus. 4.5.
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5 System Troubleshooting 5.1 Introduction This chapter describes procedures for resolving problems with the components of the AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform. If the subsystem troubleshooting is discussed in another manual, a reference is provided to that documentation. Before servicing the system, be aware of any service agreement that exists for your system. The agreement helps determine the level of maintenance for self-maintenance customers.
System Troubleshooting 5.
System Troubleshooting 5.4 ISA Bus Expansion Chassis The ISA bus expansion chassis contains alarm sensors that detect fault conditions and send the information to the alarm control module in the AlphaServer 1000A system chassis. For a complete description of alarm sensor interaction with the IP Fault Manager software, see the Intelligent Peripheral Fault Manager for Tru64 UNIX Installation and User's Guide.
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A AlphaServer IP Platform Specifications A.1 Physical Dimensions Table A-1 contains the physical dimensions for the AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform. Table A-1: Physical Dimensions Dimension Specification Depth 96.52 cm (38.0 in.) including doors Width 55.88 cm (22.0 in.) Height 220.01 cm (86.62 in.) including cable trough Height 204.77 cm (80.62 in.) without cable trough Weight 385.56 kg (850 lbs) for fully loaded duplex system Front aisle 76.2 cm (30.0 in.
AlphaServer IP Platform Specifications A.3 System Environmental Specifications Table A-3 contains the environmental specifications for the AlphaServer IP Platform. Table A-3: Environmental Specifications Operating/Storage Conditions Temperature range 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) Barometric pressure 760 mm (29.92 in.
AlphaServer IP Platform Specifications A.4 Dry Contact Specifications Table A-4 contains the rating, input, and output specifications for the dry contact terminals.
AlphaServer IP Platform Specifications A.5 Central Office Compatibility The AlphaServer IP Platform is intended for deployment in telecommunications central office (CO) environments, and is compatible with some of Bellcore's Network EquipmentBuilding Systems (NEBS) specifications TR-NWT-000063. Some of the central office compatible (conforming) hardware requirements supported by the AlphaServer IP Platform are: • Simplex or duplex system housed within a single electronic equipment cabinet.
B Alarm Input Wiring B.1 Alarm Input Wiring Diagram The following diagram of the Intelligent Peripheral (IP) duplex platform displays the alarm input wiring connections between the ISA bus expansion chassis, the AlphaServer 1000A processors, and the alarm indicator panel.
Alarm Input Wiring B.2 Wiring User Alarm Inputs This section provides information for wiring user TTL signal alarm inputs to the 8-pin MJ connector on the alarm control module installed in the AlphaServer 1000A system. Figure B-2 shows the 8-pin MJ connector on the alarm control module that is used for connecting user alarm inputs. Figure B-2: Alarm Control Module 8-Pin MJ Connector 1 8 ML014036 Table B–1 provides a pinout listing of the pins on the alarm control module 8-pin MJ connector.
C Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Inverter C.1 Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Controllers The following sections describe how to field wire the -48 Vdc power controllers. ___________________________ WARNING _________________________ The person(s) installing the system should be aware of the 1993 NEC (National Electrical Code) requirements for data processing equipment installation, Article 645, 645-2. Failure to follow these requirements could result in personal injury and damage to the equipment.
Field Wiring the -48 Vdc Power Inverter C.1.1 Installing Suitable Field Wiring The following subsections describe how to install suitable field wiring. C.1.1.1 Field Wiring Recommendations Table C–1 lists the field wiring recommendations for each side of the -48 Vdc power controller. The -48 Vdc power controller has dual power feeds.
D AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams D.1 Introduction This appendix contains diagrams of the AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform duplex, ac and dc, systems.
AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams D.2 AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex AC System This section contains the front, side, and rear views of the duplex ac system.
AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams Figure D–2: IP Platform Duplex AC System Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 Back View ML014028 ➊ Alarm indicator panels ➍ AlphaServer 1000A ➋ BA35x-Sx modular storage shelf (optional) ➎ H7600 power controller ➌ ISA bus expansion chassis AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide D–3
AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams D.3 AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex DC System This section contains the front, side, and rear views of the duplex dc system.
AlphaServer IP Platform Duplex System Diagrams Figure D–4: IP Platform Duplex DC System Rear View 1 2 3 4 _ _ + _ + + _ + Back View 5 ML014027 ➊ Alarm indicator panels ➍ AlphaServer 1000A ➋ BA35x-Sx modular storage shelf (optional) ➎ -48 Vdc power controller ➌ ISA bus expansion chassis AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide D–5
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E AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex System Diagrams E.1 Introduction This appendix contains diagrams of the AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral (IP) Platform simplex, ac and dc, systems.
AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex System Diagrams E.2 AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex AC System This section contains the front, side, and rear views of the simplex ac system.
AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex System Diagrams Figure E–2: IP Platform Simplex AC System Rear View 1 2 3 4 5 Back View ML014032 ➊ Alarm indicator panel ➍ AlphaServer 1000A ➋ BA35x-Sx modular storage shelf (optional) ➎ H7600 power controller ➌ ISA bus expansion chassis AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide E-3
AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex System Diagrams E.3 AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex DC System This section contains the front, side, and rear views of the simplex dc system.
AlphaServer IP Platform Simplex System Diagrams Figure E–4: IP Platform Simplex DC System Rear View 1 2 3 4 _ + _ + _ + _ + Back View ➊ 5 ML014031 Alarm indicator panel ➍ AlphaServer 1000A ➋ BA35x-Sx modular storage shelf (optional) ➎ -48 Vdc power controller ➌ ISA bus expansion chassis AlphaServer Intelligent Peripheral Platform Hardware Owner's Guide E-5
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Glossary 10Base-T Ethernet network The IEEE standard 802.3-compliant Ethernet products used for local distribution of data. These networking products characteristically use twisted-pair cable. agent A background task running on the object being managed. The agent responds to requests for information by the network management station (NMS). The agent is responsible for performing get and set operations, for generating the appropriate traps, and for controlling access.
Glossary bus A collection of many transmission lines or wires. The bus interconnects computer system components, providing a communications path for addresses, data, and control information or external terminals and systems in a communications network. cache A small, high-speed memory placed between slower main memory and the processor. A cache increases effective memory transfer rates and processor speed.
Glossary dry contacts An electromagnetic device for remote or automatic control that is activated by variation in conditions of an electric circuit and that in turn operates other devices (such as switches) in the same or a different circuit. DSX-1 Digital Signal Cross-connect Level 1. Any equipment that supports a set of parameters for cross-connecting DS-1 (either T-1 or E-1) lines.
Glossary LAN Local area network. A high-speed network that supports computers connected over limited distances. light-emitting diode (LED) An indicator of status on an IP subsystem. MAC (media access control) address A unique 48-bit binary number (usually represented as a 12-digit hexadecimal number) encoded in a device's circuitry to identify it on a local area network. Maintenance Operations Protocol (MOP) session A logical connection using the Maintenance Operations Protocol (MOP).
Glossary RAID Redundant arrays of independent disks. A technique that organizes disk data to improve performance and reliability. RAID has three attributes: it is a set of physical disks viewed by the user as a single logical device; the user's data is distributed across the physical set of drives in a defined manner; and redundant disk capacity is added so that the user's data can be recovered even if a drive fails.
Glossary StorageWorks Compaq's modular storage subsystem (MSS), which is the core technology of the Alpha SCSI-2 mass storage solution. StorageWorks consists of a family of low-cost mass storage products that can be configured to meet current and future storage needs. system disk The device on which the operating system resides. T-1 The digital telephony format used in North America. T-1 is a digital transmission link handling 24 voice conversations on two pairs of twisted wires.
Index A Alarm indicator module replacing, 4–5 Alarm indicator panel diagram, 3–3 replacing batteries, 3–4 troubleshooting, 5–2 Alarm input wiring diagram, B–1 Alarm sensor module replacing, 4–3 Alarm subsystem, 1–4 AlphaServer 1000A system components, 4–2 optional hardware, 1–7 overview, 1–6 power-up, 3–1 reconfiguring, 4–2 required hardware, 1–7 troubleshooting, 5–2 AT bus expansion kit replacing, 4–4 B BA35x-Sx.
Index IP Platform duplex ac system diagrams, D– 2 duplex dc system diagrams, D– 4 duplex system, 1–2 electrical specifications, A–1 environmental specifications, A–2 installing, 2–4 overview, 1–1 physical dimensions, A–1 power controller, 2–8 power-up, 3–1 reconfiguration, 4–1 simplex ac system diagrams, E2 simplex dc system diagrams, E4 simplex system, 1–2 troubleshooting, 5–1 ISA bus expansion chassis components, 4–3 hardware, 1–9 overview, 1–8 reconfiguring, 4–3 troubleshooting, 5–3 L Loop-start networ
