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Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures. NOTICE Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made. The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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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 3.6 4 B.4 xii Module Specifications .....................................................................................A-1 Physical Properties .........................................................................................A-1 Environmental Requirements..........................................................................A-1 Input/Output Ports ..............................................................................
Figures Figure 1-1 3-1 3-2 3-3 4-1 4-2 B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 Page The 6E233-49 SmartSwitch ............................................................................................ 1-2 Installing an Interface Module ......................................................................................... 3-4 Straight Cable Connection .............................................................................................. 3-6 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter........................................
Tables Table 3-1 4-1 4-2 4-3 4-4 4-5 4-6 xiv Page Contents of 6E233-49 SmartSwitch Carton..................................................................3-2 LANVIEW LEDs CPU, Receive, and Transmit Status..................................................4-3 Fault Identification ........................................................................................................4-5 Power System Troubleshooting....................................................................................
About This Guide Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6E233-49 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Module User’s Guide. This guide describes the SmartSwitch module 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: Chapter 1, Introduction, outlines the contents of this manual, describes the features of the SmartSwitch module, and provides instructions for getting additional help. This chapter also includes a list of technology and user guides that may help the user to set up and manage the SmartSwitch module.
Related Documents RELATED DOCUMENTS • 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.
Related Documents 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. Warns against an action that could result in personal injury or death due to an electrical hazard.
1 Introduction This chapter introduces the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch 6000 device and provides information about how to obtain additional support from Cabletron Systems. Important Notice Depending on the firmware version used in the SmartSwitch, some features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the SmartSwitch to determine which features are supported. 1.
Overview ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET Button RESET COM Port COM CPU LED Receive (RX) Transmit (TX) LEDs CPU 1 2 5 6 12 36 1 25 24 48 13 37 3 7 4 24 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 48 Ports (10 Mbps) 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 HSIM Slot 40 48 2693_01 Figure 1-1 1-2 Introduction The 6E233-49 SmartSwitch
Overview 1.1.1 Connectivity The 6E233-49 SmartSwitch connects to Ethernet networks or workstations through the four RJ21 connectors on the front panel. These ports support Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms at lengths up to 100 meters. These ports are IEEE 802.3u 10BASE-TX compliant. The 6E233-49 has a slot for an optional HSIM to provide additional connectivity to various networking technologies. 1.1.
Overview 1.1.4 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet Each switched Ethernet port on the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch can be configured to operate in Full Duplex Switched Ethernet (FDSE) mode. FDSE allows each port to provide up to 20 Mbps of bandwidth. 1.1.5 SmartTrunk SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Cabletron Systems’ terminology for load balancing or load sharing.
Overview 1.1.8 Port/VLAN Redirect Functions The port redirect function, also referred to as “Port Mirroring,” is a troubleshooting tool used to map traffic from a single source port to a single destination port within the device. This feature allows frames, including those with errors to be copied and sent to an analyzer or RMON probe. The analyzer or RMON probe will see the data as if it were directly connected to the LAN segment of the source port.
Overview 1.1.10 GARP Switch Operation Some or all ports on the switch may be activated to operate under the Generic Attribute Registration Protocol (GARP) applications, GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) and/or GARP Multicast Registration Protocol (GMRP). GARP is a protocol, or set of rules, that outlines a mechanism for propagating the port state and/or user information throughout a bridged LAN to keep track of users and VLANs on the network fabric.
Overview 1.1.14 Distributed Chassis Management From a management perspective, the 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis can be viewed as a single entity with a single IP address. Its systems management functions are distributed to all modules. The chassis can be managed using a single IP address, or the modules can be managed separately by individual IP addresses.
Getting Help 1.2 GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact Cabletron Systems using one of the following methods: World Wide Web http://www.cabletron.com/ Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@cabletron.com FTP Login ftp://ftp.cabletron.com/ anonymous Password your email address To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@cabletron.
2 Network Requirements Before installing the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch, review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the SmartTrunk feature (Section 2.1) and the10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.2). The network installation must meet the guidelines to ensure satisfactory performance of this equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines may produce poor network performance. NOTE 2.
3 Installation Only qualified personnel should install the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch. Important Notice Depending on the firmware version used in the SmartSwitch, some features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the SmartSwitch to determine which features are supported. This chapter provides the instructions required to install the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch.
Installing Options . Table 3-1 3.3 Contents of 6E233-49 SmartSwitch Carton Item Quantity 2H252-25 1 Antistatic Wrist Strap 1 RJ21 Adapter/Extender 4 Release Notes 1 Manual Accessory Kit 1 INSTALLING OPTIONS If the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch is to be installed with an optional HSIM, refer to the installation instructions shipped with the HSIM. The HSIM must be installed before the 6E233-49 is installed in the chassis. 3.
Installing the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch into the 6C105 Chassis 3. Locate the antistatic wrist strap shipped with the 6C105 chassis. Attach the antistatic wrist strap to your wrist and plug the cable from the antistatic wrist strap into the ESD grounding receptacle at the upper right corner of the 6C105. 4. Remove the module from the plastic bag. (Save the bag in the event the module must be reshipped.) Observe all precautions to prevent damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). 5.
Installing the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch into the 6C105 Chassis Slot Number Plastic Locking Tab Backplane Connector 1 2 3 4 5 PS1 PS2 ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET COM CPU 12 36 1 25 24 48 37 13 1 5 2 6 3 7 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 24 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 40 48 2159-01 Metal Back-Panel Circuit Card Card Guides Plastic Locking Tab 2693-02 Figure 3-1 3-4 Installation Installing an Interface Modul
Connecting to the Network 3.5 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting unshielded twisted pair (UTP) segments to the modules. NOTE If the device is being installed in a network using SmartTrunking, there are rules concerning the cable connections and port configurations that must be followed for SmartTrunking to operate properly. Before connecting the cables, refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for the configuration information.
Connecting to the Network ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET COM CPU 12 36 1 25 24 48 13 37 Screw RJ21 Screw Port 1 LED RX 1 TX 1 2 5 6 3 9 10 11 12 7 4 24 8 2693_07 Figure 3-2 3-6 Installation Straight Cable Connection
Connecting to the Network Screw RJ21 Adapter/Extender Clip RJ21 Right-Angled Connector Clip Screw 2693_100 Figure 3-3 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter 3. Tighten the two screws on the RJ21 straight cable connector or RJ21 angle adapter, as applicable, to secure it to the device. NOTE The cable pinouts for a 25-pair cable (RJ21) can be found in the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide. Refer to the Related Manuals in the About This Guide preface for details on how to obtain this document. 4.
Completing the Installation b. Verify that the RJ21 connector associated with the twisted pair segment has the proper pinouts and check the cable for continuity. c. Check that the twisted pair connection meets the dB loss and cable specifications outlined in Chapter 2. If a link is not established, contact Cabletron Systems. Refer to Section 1.2 for details. 6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until all connections are made. 3.
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 6E233-49 SmartSwitch uses Cabletron Systems’ built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW.
Using LANVIEW ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET COM CPU 12 36 1 25 24 48 13 37 CPU LED RX 1 TX 1 2 5 6 3 7 4 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 24 8 19 20 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 40 48 2693_09 Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs 4-2 Troubleshooting
Using LANVIEW NOTE The terms flashing, blinking, and solid used in the LED definition tables of this chapter indicate the following: Flashing indicates an irregular LED pulse. Blinking indicates a steady LED pulse, (approximately 50% on, 50% off). Solid indicates a steady LED light. No pulsing. Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs CPU, Receive, and Transmit Status LED Color State Recommended Action CPU Off Power off. Power up chassis. Red Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred. Contact Cabletron Systems.
Using LANVIEW Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs CPU, Receive, and Transmit Status (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. The Local Management User’s Guide describes how to enable the STA. 2. Contact Cabletron Systems. Green Flashing. Indicates activity. Rate indicates data rate. None.
Troubleshooting Checklist 4.2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If the 6E233-49 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 are off. Fault Identification Possible Causes 1. Installation error - remove 6E233-49 SmartSwitch and perform installation in accordance with installation instructions. Check connectors for dust or dirt and clean as necessary. 2.
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 Cause Instruction Autobaud enabled. Press ENTER (RETURN) (may take up to four times). Terminal setup is not correct. Refer to the Local Management User’s Guide for 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 Cannot access Local Management. 1. Firmware image fault - refer to Table 4-4. Cannot contact device through in-band management. 1. Management System fault - refer to Table 4-5. User parameters (IP address, community names, etc.) lost on reset or power-up. Device setup fault - refer to Table 4-6. Device is not forwarding traffic from any port. Device setup fault - refer to Table 4-6.
Troubleshooting Checklist Table 4-6 Device Setup Troubleshooting Possible Causes Instruction The 6E233-49 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.
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 6E233-49 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 6E233-49 SmartSwitch Interface Module. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 MODULE SPECIFICATIONS Processor: Intel i960 RISC processor Power PC Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM): 20 MB expandable to 32 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.
Input/Output Ports A.4 INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS 6E233-49 Specifications Ports 1 through 48: Ethernet (10BASE-T compliant) through four RJ21 type connectors. Slot for optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM): A.5 Slot accepts optional HSIMs that provide a variety of physical cabling types. COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS. Table A-1 shows the COM port pin assignments: Table A-1 A.
B Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings This appendix covers the following items: • Required tools (Section B.1) • Locations, functions, and settings for the mode switches (Section B.2) • Installing the SIMM (Section B.3) • Installing HSIMs (Section B.4) B.1 REQUIRED TOOLS You need the following tools to perform the procedures provided in this appendix: • Antistatic wrist strap (provided with 6C105 chassis) B.
Setting the Mode Switches MODE SWITCH Flash OFF DRAM Figure B-1 ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 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. Changing the switch to the ON position disables Autobaud sensing and sets the COM port to 9600 baud for Local Management sessions.
SIMM Upgrade • Switch 8 – Reset Password/Community Strings. Changing the position of this switch clears only the user-entered passwords stored in NVRAM, and restores the default passwords. Once the SmartSwitch resets, the passwords can either be reentered or the default passwords (Public and ENTER) may be used. NOTE B.3 Do not change the position of switch 8 unless it is necessary to reset the module super-user configured passwords to their factory default settings.
SIMM Upgrade B.3.2 ! 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 B.4 INSTALLING OPTIONAL HIGH SPEED INTERFACE MODULES Figure B-4 shows the location of the connector for an optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM). Refer to the installation instructions for the optional HSIM in the associated user’s guide.
Index Numerics M 10BASE-T requirements 2-1 Memory upgrading B-3 C P Cable specifications 100BASE-T network 2-1 COM port pin assignments A-2 Connecting to the network 3-5 Physical properties A-1 Port Redirect Function, introduction to 1-5 R Documents, related xvii Redirect functions port and VLAN, introduction to 1-5 Related documents xvii RESET button 4-10 E S Environmental requirements A-1 Safety A-2 Safety information laser ix SDRAM installation B-4 SIMMs installing LDRAM B-4 location B-3 S
T Troubleshooting 4-1 checklist 4-5 U Unpacking 3-1 V VLAN Redirect Function, introduction to 1-5 Index-2
