Cisco Connected Grid 3G Module Installation and Configuration Guide First Published: January, 2012 Part Number: OL-25991-01 This document provides an overview of hardware and configuration information for the following single-wide grid router WAN interface card modules: • Cisco Connected Grid Module—3G EVDO Rev A/0/1xRTT (CDMA version) • Cisco Connected Grid Module—3G HSPA+/UMTS/GSM/GPRS/EDGE (GSM version) These 3rd Generation technology modules are supported on Cisco 1240 Connected Grid Router.
Kit Contents Note The Cisco Connected Grid 3G Module is installed in the router at the factory. Only Cisco Systems or Itron, Inc. technicians may install, uninstall, or configure Connected Grid Modules. Cisco Connected Grid 2G/3G Wireless Connected Grid Module 284021 Figure 1 Kit Contents Your 3G module kit contains the GSM or CDMA module. Parts can be ordered by referencing the following information shown in Table 1.
Kit Contents Table 1 Kit Contents for the 3G Module Cisco Part Number Mode Description CGM-3G-HSPA-A GSM/HSPA+ Connected Grid Module 3G AT&T HSPA+/UMTS/ GSM/GPRS/EDGE • GSM: 850, 900, 1900 MHz. • WCDMA/UMTS/HSPA+: 850, 900, 1800, 1900, 2100 MHz. Connected Grid Module 3G (Global) HSPA+/UMTS/ GSM/GPRS/EDGE • GSM: 850, 900, 1900 MHz. • WCDMA/UMTS/HSPA+: 850, 900, 1800, 1900, 2100 MHz.
Features Features Cisco Connected Grid 3G GSM Modules offer the following features: Table 2 Feature Information for 3G module 3G GSM Module • MC8705 PCI Express Mini Card wireless data modem: 3G CDMA Module • – GSM data connectivity – CDMA data connectivity – GSM SIM-card interface – 1xEVDO data connectivity (full-mini and half-mini) – USB 2.0 high-speed (480 Mbps) interface for data and management traffic – USB 2.
Hardware Overview 3G module provides the following functionality: • Broadband WAN connectivity using high-speed cellular data technology • Automatic best-network selection • Always-on capability • Multiple antenna and cable options: – Diversity antenna – Indoor and outdoor external antennas – Radio Frequency Ultra-Low Loss (RF-ULL) cable • Dynamic IP addressing • Cellular modem upgrade over wireless link • Modem management—Enables you to access modem software and hardware information, radio an
Hardware Overview • Voltage Monitoring State Machine, page 15 • Temperature Monitoring State Machine, page 15 • Data Rates, page 15 • USB Interface, page 15 • Memory Specifications, page 16 • Module Power States, page 16 Front Panel Figure 2 shows the front panel components of the 3G module.
Hardware Overview Ports and LEDs Figure 3 shows the LEDs of the Cisco Connected Grid 3G Module.
Hardware Overview Table 3 lists the ports and the LED indicators and describes their behavior. The LEDs provide a visual indication of the available services. Table 3 LED Definitions Port or LED Name Color Description WWAN Green Indicates the modem status. Driven by the modem, not under software control except for diagnostic purposes. Functionality may be changed by configuring modem.
Hardware Overview Table 4 Release Caveats and Caveats Corrected Reference Port or LED Name Color Description WWAN Green Indicates the modem status. Driven by the modem, not under software control except for diagnostic purposes. Functionality may be changed by configuring modem. • Off: Module not powered • On: Module is powered on and connected but not transmitting or receiving • Slow blink: Module is powered on and searching for connection • Fast blink: Module is transmitting or receiving.
Hardware Overview Supported Cisco Antennas The antenna is connected to the QMA, panel-mount, 50-ohm connector located on the faceplate of the module. The modem mini-card antenna connector is a U.FL, 50-ohm, with a short 50-ohm coaxial cable to the QMA connector. For more information about antennas, including installation procedures, see Cisco and 1120 Connected Grid Router Hardware Installation Guide.
Hardware Overview Supported Cisco Cables Table 5 lists insertion loss information and operating frequency levels for the Ultra-Low-Loss (ULL) LMR 200 cables, and LMR 400 cables available from Cisco for use with the 2G/3G Connected Grid module. You can use the RG-174/U type cables to adapt the modem external antenna connection to any of the modules cables and antennas.
Hardware Overview • Wireless disable—As described in the PCI-Express Mini Card specification • LED output—As described in the PCI-Express Mini Card specification. • Antenna—U.FL RF connector for the Rx/Tx path. For more details • USIM—Supported through the interface connector.
Hardware Overview Note Power cables are self-shielded—there is no additional shielding required. The 2G/3G Connected Grid module has 12V power rail and 3.3V stan-by power provided by the host system. It has two 3.3V DC-DC converters on the 12V power rail: one for the module and the other for the modem. Table 10 Power Specifications Power Source Description 12V power rail Max 1A (based on current draw from 2 DC-DC converters below) 3.3V modem Peak current 3.
Hardware Overview CDMA The MC5728V PCI Express Mini Card modem provides voice, features, and CDMA and 1xEVDO wireless radio connectivity technologies with dual-band diversity radio supporting the following frequency bands: • 800 MHz cellular • 1900 MHz PCS MC5728V includes two RF connector jacks for use with host antennas. (It does not have integrated antennas.) One connector is used for the main Rx/Tx path. MC5728V supports the following RF features: • Dual-band for 800 MHz cellular and 1.
Hardware Overview Table 12 shows the options used to connect to SIM0 and SIM1 cards: Table 12 Specifications to Connect to the SIM Sockets SIM Socket Enable SIM Socket Select State 0 — No SIM connected 1 0 SIM0 connected 1 1 SIM1 connected For information on installing and removing the SIM card, see Installing and Removing the SIM Card (GSM Module), page 17.
Hardware Overview Memory Specifications The memory specifications of the module are listed in Table 14. Table 14 Specifications to Connect to the SIM Sockets Memory Type Minimum Maximum DDR2 SDRAM 1Gb (128 Mb) NA (1Gb is sufficient for the Linux SDK design and modem firmware upgrade) DDR2 SDRAM for fixed platforms 512 Mb (384 Mb for IOS and 128 Mb for the Linux) — Module Power States The module has the following power states: • Normal mode (default mode)—Module is active.
Installing and Removing the SIM Card (GSM Module) The module begins a shutdown sequence and powers off if it has been in a powered-on state for more than 10.5 seconds and the host device drives the W_Disable# signal low for: • MC8775/MC8775V: >= 50 ms • Other devices: >= 500 ms Installing and Removing the SIM Card (GSM Module) Two GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) SIM card sockets for storing critical subscriber authentication information.
Installing and Removing the 3G Module Installing the SIM Socket 283960 Figure 5 1 2 Key Step 3 Firmly insert the card until it clicks into place. Step 4 Rotate the cover back in place and secure by tightening the screw. Removing the SIM Card (GSM Module) To remove the SIM card, open the cover press the card and it will eject. Remove the card and replace the cover.
Installing and Removing the 3G Module • Relative humidity around the switch module does not exceed 95 percent (non-condensing). • Altitude at the installation site is not higher than 10,000 feet. • For 10/100 and 10/100/1000 fixed ports, cable lengths from the switch module to connected devices are not longer than 328 feet (100 meters). Installation Warning Statements This section includes the basic installation warning statements.
Installing and Removing the 3G Module Installing the 3G Module To install the module into the router: The module can NOT be hot swapped—to install the module, you must first power down the host router. Step 1 Before you install the Cisco Connected Grid 3G Module into the host CGR 1240 router, you must power down the router as described in the Hardware Installation Guide of your router. Step 2 Insert the module into the slot. (CGR 1120 and CGR 1240 shown.
Regulatory and Compliance Information Step 2 Using a screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws on the Cisco Connected Grid 3G Module. Step 3 Gently pull the module out of the slot. Regulatory and Compliance Information For regulatory compliance and safety information for the module, refer to the Connected Grid Router 2000 Series Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information document. http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/access/2000/CGR2010/hardware/rcsi/rcsiCGR2000series.
Software Overview UMTS/GSM Data Network Overview Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) is the most widely used digital mobile phone system and the de facto wireless telephone standard in Europe. It is based on the specification from European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI). Originally defined as a pan-European open standard for a digital cellular telephone network to support voice, data, text messaging and cross-border roaming.
Software Overview segregated, the voice traffic goes to the Mobile Switching Center (MSC), while the data traffic is sent to the GGSN. From the GGSN, the data packets either go directly to the internet or they can be backhauled to the customer data center for a VPN connection. Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) evolved from GSM and is a 3G wireless system that delivers high-bandwidth data and voice services to mobile users.
Configuring the Module CDMA technology uses spread radio spectrum transmission with concurrent multiple access by dividing the spectrum shared by multiple users by using channels using unique codes. These codes are filtered by the receiver using a correlator that accepts only signals (streams of bits) from the desired code channel. CDMA also employs graceful signal degradation, multipath resistance, inherent frequency diversity, and interference rejection.
Configuring the Module Prerequisites To configure the 3G module, you must meet the following requirements: • Have 2G/3G network coverage where your router will be physically located. For a complete list of supported carriers, see the product data sheet. • Subscribe to a service plan with a wireless service provider and obtain a SIM card. • Install the SIM card before configuring the 3G module.
Configuring the Module Step 3: Configuring Dialer Parameters Use the dialer commands to configure dialer parameters: Router(config)# interface dialer 1 Router(config-if)# dialer pool 1 Router(config-if)# dialer string To unconfigure dialer persistent, you must delete the profile by using the command, cellular 3/1 gsm profile delete 1.
Configuring the Module Step 3: Configuring PPP Encapsulation Use the feature ppp command to configure PPP encapsulation: Router(config)# feature ppp Step 4: Configuring Cellular Parameters Use the dialer pool and encapsulation ppp commands to configure cellular parameters: Router(config)# interest cellular 3/1 Router(config-if)# dialer pool-member 1 Router(config-if)# encapsulation ppp Step 5: Saving Configuration Use the shutdown and no shutdown commands to save configuration on the interface: Router(co
Configuring the Module Modem Firmware Version = T1_0_3_2AP R361 CNSZXD00000061 2011/04/15 17:40:48 Modem Firmware Built = 04/15/11 Modem Hardware Version = 1.
Configuring the Module Band Band Band Band Band 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: GSM EGSM DCS Unknown Band Group GSM ALL Unknown Band Group AUTO BAND show cellular 3/1 all (CDMA Module) Shows consolidated information about the modem, profiles created, radio signal strength, network security, and so on. Note The RSSI should be better than -90 dBm for steady and reliable connection.
Configuring the Module Current Current Current Current Serving Serving Roaming Status = Not Roaming Idle Digital Mode = No Service System Identifier (SID) = 40 System Identifier (NID) = 0 Base Station Longitude = 0 deg 0 min 0 sec Base Station Latitude = 0 deg 0 min 0 sec Radio Information ================= Current band = CDMA_CLASS1,CDMA_CLASS1 Radio power mode = On Channel number = 548 Current RSSI = -82 dBm <-- Current band/channel/RSSI Data Account Provisioning Note For the Cisco Connected Grid 3G
Configuring the Module DETAILED STEPS Step Command Purpose Step 1 show cellular 3/1 network Displays information about the carrier network, cell site, and available service. Step 2 show cellular 3/1 radio Shows the radio signal strength. Note The RSSI should be better than -90 dBm for steady and reliable connection. Step 3 show cellular 3/1 profile Shows information about the modem data profiles created.
Configuring the Module Router# configure terminal Step 3 Create a chat script using the chat-script command and assign it to your profile: Router(config)# chat-script Step 4 Configure dialer parameters on the interface by using the interface command to enter interface configuration mode, and the dialer command to configure persistent dialer mode.
Configuration Example Router(config)# interface cellular 3/1 Router(config-if)# shutdown Router(config-if)# no shutdown Configuring WAN Backhaul Redundancy For information on configuring WAN backhaul redundancy, see Cisco 1000 Series Connected Grid Routers Unicast Routing Software Configuration Guide.
Configuration Example crypto key param rsa label IPSEC_IDENTITY_BLUE modulus 2048 exportable crypto ca trustpoint IPSEC_IDENTITY_BLUE rsakeypair IPSEC_IDENTITY_BLUE 2048 revocation-check none class-map type qos match-all ignore match precedence 0 class-map type qos match-all packet match packet length 1500 class-map type qos match-all critical match dscp 46 class-map type qos match-all matchall match precedence 1 match dscp 10 class-map type qos match-any matchany match dscp 10,26 class-map type qos match-
Configuration Example interface Tunnel1 ipv6 address 2001:b:b:bc::1/64 ipv6 mld join-group ff38:40:2011:dead:beef:cafe:0:1 ipv6 router ospfv3 1 area 0.0.0.0 tunnel source Tunnel0 tunnel destination 4.0.0.2 no shutdown ipv6 dhcp relay destination 2001:a:b:c::100 interface Tunnel5 no shutdown interface Ethernet2/1 mac-address 0022.bde0.3201 ip address 2.12.54.10/16 no shutdown interface Ethernet2/2 mtu 1496 mac-address 0022.bde0.3202 ip address 172.27.161.
Additional References pkm version none pkm crypto algorithm none interface wpan4/1 no shutdown ipv6 address 2011:dead:beef:cafe::0/64 rpl prefix 2011:dead:beef:cafe::0/64 ipv6 dhcp relay client-interface interface wifi2/1 clock timezone PST -8 0 line console line vty boot kickstart bootflash:/cgr1000-uk9-kickstart.5.2.0.CG1.0.194.SSA.gbin sup-1 boot system bootflash:/cgr1000-uk9.5.2.0.CG1.0.194.SSA.gbin sup-1 router ospfv3 1 address-family ipv6 unicast ip route 0.0.0.0/0 cellular3/1 ip route 223.255.0.
Technical Assistance Supported Cisco Antennas and Accessories Documents • Cisco 3G Omnidirectional Outdoor Antenna (3G-ANTM-OUT-OM) http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/access/wireless/hardware/notes/ant3gom.html • Cisco Multiband Omnidirectional Panel-Mount Antenna (3G-ANTM-OUT-LP) http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/routers/access/wireless/hardware/notes/antcmLP.html Cisco System Software Commands Documents • Cisco Connected Grid Device Manager User Guide • Cisco System Software http://www.cisco.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Troubleshooting and Diagnostics This section provides the necessary background information and resources available for troubleshooting the 2G/3G Connected Grid module. For LED descriptions, see Ports and LEDs, page 7.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics QCOM: SWI6085_FP.01.28 BOOT: SWI6085_PP.01.33.01 2010/06/24 15:02:12 APPL: SWI6085_PP.01.33.01 2010/06/24 15:02:12 USBD: SWI6085_GENERIC.00.01 USB VID: 0x1199 PID: 0x0028 ESN: 0x60D2271B +GCAP: +CIS707-A, CIS-856, CIS-856-A, +MS, +ES, +DS, +FCLASS SKU: 0x82BB5 OK Exit Note <------ To return to the Console prompt. To return to the Console prompt: Press exit.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Hardware Information ==================== Modem Firmware Version = T1_0_3_2AP R361 CNSZXD00000061 2011/04/15 17:40:48 Modem Firmware Built = 04/15/11 Modem Hardware Version = 1.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Successful Call Setup (GSM Module) The following are the single-line debug output for key steps while establishing a successful connection. Cellular Driver Started The debug cellular trace command output provides the following output: ... 2009 Jan ... 1 07:53:37.201398 cellpm: Cellular start driver: ifindex 29180000 Modem is Enabled The debug cellular trace command output provides the following output: ... 2009 Jan ... 1 07:53:37.
Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Modem Firmware Built = 04/15/11 Modem Hardware Version = 1.
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