6H258-17 and 6H259-17 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules Installation User’s Guide 9033381
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Contents Figures............................................................................................................................ xiii Tables ............................................................................................................................. xiv ABOUT THIS GUIDE Using This Guide............................................................................................................xv Structure of This Guide .............................................................
2 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS 2.1 2.2 3 INSTALLATION 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 4 B.3 xii Module Specifications .....................................................................................A-1 Physical Properties .........................................................................................A-1 Environmental Requirements..........................................................................A-2 Input/Output Ports .................................................................................
Figures Figure 1-1 3-1 3-2 4-1 4-2 B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 Page The SmartSwitch ............................................................................................................. 1-2 Installing an Interface Module ......................................................................................... 3-3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the SmartSwitch .................................................. 3-5 LANVIEW LEDs ................................................................................
Tables Table 3-1 4-1 4-2 4-3 4-4 4-5 4-6 A-1 xiv Page Contents of SmartSwitch Shipping Container.............................................................. 3-1 LANVIEW LEDs ........................................................................................................... 4-3 Fault Identification........................................................................................................ 4-5 Power System Troubleshooting ................................................................
About This Guide Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6H258-17 and 6H259-17 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules User’s Guide. This guide describes the 6H258-17 and 6H259-17 Interface Modules and provides information concerning network requirements, installation and troubleshooting. For information about how to use Local Management to configure and manage the SmartSwitch series, refer to the SmartSwitch Series 6H202, 6H203, 6H252, 6H253, 6H258, 6H259, 6H262, 6E233, and 6E253 Local Management User’s Guide.
Structure of This Guide STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE This guide is organized as follows: This About This Guide preface provides preliminary information that will aid in using this manual, lists technology and user guides that may help the user set up and manage the SmartSwitch, and gives instructions on how to get help from Cabletron Systems. Chapter 1, Introduction, describes the features of the SmartSwitch.
Related Manuals RELATED MANUALS The following manuals may help the user to setup and manage the SmartSwitch modules: • SmartSwitch Series 6H202, 6H203, 6H252, 6H253, 6H258, 6H259, 6H262, 6E233, and 6E253 Local Management User’s Guide • 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 Overview and Setup Guide • Ethernet Technology Guide • Cabling Guide • 802.
Document Conventions DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: NOTE Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance. Tip symbol. Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions. TIP ! Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment. CAUTION Electrical Hazard Warning symbol.
1 Introduction This chapter introduces the 6H258-17 and 6H259-17 SmartSwitch 6000 interface modules and provides information about how to obtain additional support from Cabletron Systems. Important Notice Depending on the firmware version used in the SmartSwitches, some features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the device to determine which features are supported. 1.
Overview Reset COM Port CPU LED Network Ports 1-16 Port Status LEDs VHSIM/HSIM Slot Figure 1-1 1-2 Introduction The SmartSwitch
Overview 1.1.1 Connectivity The SmartSwitch modules connects to Fast Ethernet networks or workstations through the MT-RJ fiber optic ports on the front panel for 100 Mbps with duplex capability. These ports are in full compliance with the optical performance requirements of 100BASE-FX version of IEEE 802.3u. The 6H258-17 ports support multimode fiber optic cables up to 2 km. The 6H259-17 ports support single mode fiber optic cables up to 15 km.
Overview 1.1.4 SmartTrunk SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Cabletron Systems’ terminology for load balancing or load sharing. SmartTrunk technology provides an easy-to-implement mechanism to group, or aggregate, multiple links of any technology together to scale the backbone bandwidth beyond the limitations of a single link. All links are user-configurable so administrators can scale the backbone bandwidth by adding SmartTrunk links.
Overview The analyzer or RMON probe will see the data as if it were directly connected to the LAN segment of the source port. The VLAN redirect function is similar to the port redirect function except that the frames received by the device are redirected to a designated destination port according to the VLAN classification of the frames received. The VLAN redirect function does not support redirecting errors, and is only supported when the device is operating as an 802.1Q switch.
Overview and GMRP handle frames under GARP, and how to configure the switch ports to take advantage of this operation, refer to Local Management User’s Guide. 1.1.10 Flow Control Flow control is a method of managing the flow of frames between two devices. It ensures that a transmitting device does not overwhelm a receiving device with data.
Overview 1.1.13 Switching Options SmartSwitches provide 802.1Q switching or SecureFast Switching Virtual Network Services between all of the front panel interfaces including any optional HSIM or VHSIM. In the 802.1Q mode (the default mode of operation), the switch functions as an 802.1D switch until VLANs are configured. SecureFast switching and IEEE 802.1Q switching allow migration to Virtual Network technologies without requiring the replacement of existing equipment. 1.1.
Getting Help 1.1.17 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs LANVIEW diagnostic LEDs serve as an important troubleshooting aid by providing an easy way to observe the status of individual ports and overall network operations. 1.1.18 Year 2000 Compliance The SmartSwitch modules and 6C105 chassis have an internal clock that can maintain the time and date beyond the year 1999. 1.
2 Network Requirements Before installing the SmartSwitch modules, review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the following: • 100BASE-FX Network (Section 2.1) • SmartTrunk (Section 2.2) The network installation must meet the guidelines in this chapter and in the documents referenced in this chapter to ensure satisfactory performance of the equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines may produce poor network performance. 2.
SmartTrunk 2.1.2 Single Mode Fiber Optic Cabling The single mode fiber optic module, the 6H259-17, operates at a nominal wavelength of 1300 nm. The 6H259-17 fixed ports use a Class 1 laser to support single mode 9/125 micron fiber optic cables at lengths of up to 15 km. 2.2 SmartTrunk To connect the SmartSwitch modules to a network to take advantage of the SmartTrunk feature, there are certain rules concerning port connections and configurations that must be followed for proper operation.
3 Installation Only qualified personnel should install the SmartSwitch. NOTE Read the Release Notes shipped with the device to check for any exceptions to the supported features and operation documented in this guide. This chapter covers the following items: • Unpacking the SmartSwitch (Section 3.1) • Installing Options (Section 3.2) • Installing the SmartSwitch into the 6C105 Chassis (Section 3.3) • Connecting to the Network (Section 3.4) • Completing the Installation (Section 3.5) 3.
Installing Options 3.2 INSTALLING OPTIONS If installing an optional HSIM or VHSIM, it must be installed in the SmartSwitch before proceeding to Section 3.3. Complete instructions for installing an optional HSIM or VHSIM are available in the applicable HSIM or VHSIM User’s Guide. For details on how to get manuals, refer to the Related Manuals in the About This Guide preface. Refer to Appendix B for the HSIM or VHSIM connector locations. 3.
Installing the SmartSwitch into the 6C105 Chassis Slot Number Plastic Locking Tab Backplane Connector 1 2 3 4 5 PS1 PS2 Fast Enet 6H253-17 RESET C O M CPU 1 RX TX 2 RX TX 3 RX TX 4 RX TX 5 RX TX 6 RX TX 7 RX TX 8 RX TX 9 RX TX 10 RX TX 11 RX TX 12 RX TX 13 RX TX 14 RX TX 15 RX TX 16 RX TX 2159-01 Metal Back-Panel Circuit Card Card Guides Figure 3-1 Plastic Locking Tab Installing an Interface Module 5. Examine the module for damage.
Connecting to the Network ! To prevent damaging the backplane connectors in the following step, take care that the module slides in straight and properly engages the backplane connectors. CAUTION Ensure that the top plastic locking tab lines up with the desired slot number located on the front panel of the chassis. Refer to Figure 3-1. 6. Locate the slot guides that line up with the number of the slot in which the module will be installed.
Connecting to the Network . Fast Enet 6H253-17 8 6H258-17 RESET C O M 1 2 CPU 3 4 5 6 7 MT-RJ Port 8 9 10 Fiber Optic Cable 11 12 Release Tab 13 14 15 Figure 3-2 RX TX RX TX Receive (RX) LED Transmit (TX) LED RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX RX TX Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the SmartSwitch Connect a fiber optic segment to the SmartSwitch as follows: 1. Remove protective covers from the fiber optic segment or MT-RJ port.
Completing the Installation 3. Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX (Receive) LED is ON (flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RX LED is OFF and the TX (Transmit) LED is not blinking amber, perform the following steps: a. Verify that the device at the other end of the fiber optic segment is powered on and properly connected to the segment. b. Ensure that the fiber optic connection meets the dB loss and cable specifications outlined in the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide.
4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information concerning the following: • Using the LANVIEW diagnostic and status monitoring system (Section 4.1) • Troubleshooting network and module operational problems (Section 4.2) • Using the RESET button (Section 4.3) 4.1 USING LANVIEW The SmartSwitch modules use Cabletron Systems’ built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW.
Using LANVIEW Receive LED Transmit LED CPU LED Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs 4-2 Troubleshooting
Using LANVIEW Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs LED Color State Recommended Action CPU Off Power off. Power up chassis. Red Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred. Contact Cabletron Systems. Solid. Resetting, normal power up reset. If the LED remains red for several minutes, contact Cabletron Systems. Blinking. Crippled. Contact Cabletron Systems. Solid. Testing. If the LED remains amber for several minutes, contact Cabletron Systems. Green Solid. Functional. None. Amber and Green Booting.
Using LANVIEW Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (Continued) LED Color State Recommended Action TX Off Port enabled, and no activity. Should flash green every two seconds indicating BPDUs being sent if STA is enabled and there is a valid link. 1. Ensure that the STA is enabled and that there is valid link. describes how to enable the STA. 2. Contact Cabletron Systems. Green Flashing. Indicates activity. None. Rate indicates data rate. Amber Blinking. Port in standby. 1.
Troubleshooting Checklist 4.2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If the SmartSwitch is not working properly, refer to Table 4-2 for a checklist of possible problems, causes, and recommended actions to resolve the problem. Table 4-2 Symptom All LEDs off. Fault Identification Possible Causes 1. Installation error - Remove the SmartSwitch and perform installation in accordance with installation instructions. Check connectors for dust or dirt and clean as necessary. 2. Power system fault - refer to Table 4-3.
Troubleshooting Checklist Table 4-3 Power System Troubleshooting Possible Causes Instruction Loss of Power to the 6C105 chassis. Perform the following steps: 1. Check ON/OFF switches of 6C105 power supplies. All switches must be in the ON ( | ) position. 2. Check all power cords and cables for proper connection. Examine power cords for fraying or other damage. Replace if necessary. 3. Examine 6C105 chassis power supplies.
Troubleshooting Checklist Table 4-4 Firmware Troubleshooting Possible Causes Instruction Autobaud enabled. Press ENTER (RETURN) (may take up to four times). Terminal setup is not correct. Refer to your Local Management User’s Guide for proper setup procedures. Improper console cable pinouts. Refer to Appendix A for proper console port pinouts. The COM port of the device has been disabled, or the COM port application has been changed. 1. Establish a Telnet connection to the device.
Troubleshooting Checklist Table 4-5 Management System Troubleshooting Possible Causes Instruction Improper Community Names Table. 1. Refer to your Local Management User’s Guide for Community Names Table setup. 2. If the Community Names have been forgotten, refer to Section B.1 for instructions on clearing NVRAM. The SmartSwitch does not have an IP address. 1. Refer to your Local Management User’s Guide for IP address assignment procedure. 2.
Troubleshooting Checklist Table 4-6 Device Setup Troubleshooting Possible Causes Instruction The SmartSwitch detect a looped condition. 1. Verify that Spanning Tree is enabled. Refer to the Local Management User’s Guide for instructions on setting the type of STA. 2. Review network design and delete unnecessary loops. Mode switch (7), NVRAM Reset, was changed sometime before either cycling power or pressing the RESET button, causing the user-entered parameters to reset to factory default settings.
Using the RESET Button 4.3 USING THE RESET BUTTON The RESET button located near the upper plastic locking tab of the module (refer to Figure 4-2) resets the SmartSwitch processor without affecting the NVRAM. ! CAUTION Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current switching being performed by the module is halted. A module downtime of up to two minutes results from this action.
A Specifications This appendix provides operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems 6H258-17 and 6H259-17 Interface Modules. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 MODULE SPECIFICATIONS Processor: Intel i960 RISC processor control Power PC Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM): 20 MB FLASH Memory: 8 MB Shared Memory: 4 MB A.2 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Dimensions: 46.43 H x 6.05 W x 29.51 D (cm) 18.28 H x 2.38 W x 11.
Environmental Requirements A.3 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Operating Temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Storage Temperature: -30°C to 73°C (-22°F to 164°F) Operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) A.
Regulatory Compliance A.6 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Safety: UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950, EN 60950, IEC 950, and 73/23/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): FCC Part 15, EN 50082-1, EN 55022, VCCI V-3, CSA C108.8, 89/336/EEC, and AS/NZS 3548 6H258-17 Specifications (Ports 1 through 16): Fast Ethernet 100 Mbps (100BASE-FX compliant) with MT-RJ connectors using multimode fiber.
B Switch Settings, Upgrades, and Installations This appendix covers the following items: • Setting the mode switches (Section B.1) • Installing the DRAM SIMM (Section B.2) • Location for installing HSIMs or VHSIMs (Section B.3) ! CAUTION B.1 ! An antistatic wrist strap (provided with 6C105 chassis) is required to perform the procedures in this appendix. Use the antistatic wrist strap when performing any of the procedures in this appendix to minimize ESD damage to the devices involved.
Setting the Mode Switches Figure B-1 shows the location of the mode switches and the switch settings for normal operation. DRAM MODE SWITCH OFF ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2159_34 Figure B-1 Module Mode Switch Location/Component Layout Switch definitions and positions are as follows: • Switches 1 through 4 – For Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 5 – COM Port Autobaud. The default (OFF) position enables Autobaud sensing on the COM port for Local Management sessions.
SIMM Upgrade • After changing the position of switch 6 and restarting the module, the SmartSwitch requests a new image download until they either receive a new image or the RESET button on the front panel is pressed. When the RESET button is pressed, the SmartSwitch continues trying to contact a BootP server, but will time out in approximately one minute. If the module times out, the image is downloaded from its FLASH memory. • Switch 7 – Clear NVRAM.
SIMM Upgrade DRAM SIMM Figure B-2 B.2.2 ! SIMM Slot Locations Installing the DRAM SIMM Observe all antistatic precautions when handling sensitive electronic equipment. CAUTION To install a DRAM SIMM, refer to Figure B-3 and proceed as follows: 1. With the SIMM alignment notch oriented as shown in Figure B-3, insert the SIMM down between the connector teeth. 2. Pivot the SIMM downward so the connector clips align with the two side notches of the SIMM and the connector clips lock the SIMM into place.
Installing Optional High Speed Interface Modules Connector Connector Teeth Clip Side Notch 1 Clip Alignment Notch 2 SIMM Figure B-3 B.3 Side Notch 2504-91 Installing the DRAM INSTALLING OPTIONAL HIGH SPEED INTERFACE MODULES Figure B-4 shows the location of the two connectors for an optional High HSIM or VHSIM. Depending on if an HSIM or VHSIM is installed, one or both connectors are used.
Installing Optional High Speed Interface Modules Optional HSIM or VHSIM DRAM HSIM/VHSIM Connectors Figure B-4 B-6 HSIM and VHSIM Connector Locations Switch Settings, Upgrades, and Installations
Index Numerics 100BASE-FX connection 3-4 requirements 2-1 C Cable Specifications 100BASE-FX network 2-1 COM port pin assignments A-2 Connecting to the network 3-4 D Distributed Chassis Management 1-7 Document Conventions xviii Module 3-1 Very High Speed Interface Module B-5 L LANVIEW LEDs 4-1 LDRAM installation B-5 Local Management introduction 1-6 M Memory upgrading B-3 Mode Switch Bank Settings B-1 N E NVRAM clearing B-3 Environmental requirements A-2 P H Physical properties A-1 Port Redirect
S T Safety A-2 Safety information laser ix SDRAM installation B-5 SIMMs installing LDRAM B-4 location B-3 SmartTrunk introduction to 1-4 Specifications A-1 Standards compatibility 1-7 Troubleshooting 4-1 checklist 4-5 Index-2 U Unpacking 3-1 V VLAN Redirect Function, introduction to 1-4
