User guide

ManualsBrandsPatton electronic ManualsComputer Accessories2616RC

Model 2616RC

T1/E1 TDM-Digital Access

Concentrator (T-DAC)

User Manual

Sales Office: +1 (301) 975-1000

Technical Support: +1 (301) 975-1007

E-mail: support@patton.com

WWW: www.patton.com

Part Number: 07MD2616RC-GSG, Rev. E

Revised: February 16, 2012

Important

This is a Class A device and is intended for use in a light industrial environment. It is not intended nor approved for use in an industrial

or residential environment.

See Chapter 2 for installa-

tion procedures & Chapter 3

for configuration procedures

Summary of content (80 pages)

PAGE 1
See Chapter 2 for installation procedures & Chapter 3 for configuration procedures Model 2616RC T1/E1 TDM-Digital Access Concentrator (T-DAC) User Manual Important This is a Class A device and is intended for use in a light industrial environment. It is not intended nor approved for use in an industrial or residential environment. Sales Office: +1 (301) 975-1000 Technical Support: +1 (301) 975-1007 E-mail: support@patton.com WWW: www.patton.com Part Number: 07MD2616RC-GSG, Rev.
PAGE 2
Patton Electronics Company, Inc. 7622 Rickenbacker Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20879 USA Tel: +1 (301) 975-1000 Fax: +1 (301) 869-9293 Support: +1 (301) 975-1007 Web: www.patton.com E-Mail: support@patton.com Copyright © 2012, Patton Electronics Company. All rights reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Patton Electronics assumes no liability for errors that may appear in this document.
PAGE 3
Summary Table of Contents 1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 13 2 Hardware installation.................................................................................................................................... 19 3 Configuring the T-DAC for operation ..........................................................................................................
PAGE 4
Contents About this guide...................................................................................................................................................10 Audience............................................................................................................................................................... 10 Structure.............................................................................................................................................................
PAGE 5
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual Contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................32 Configuration prerequisites ...................................................................................................................................32 Initial configuration through the RS-232 control port.....................................................................................
PAGE 6
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual Contents Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)...................................................................73 Warranty coverage ..........................................................................................................................................73 Out-of-warranty service .............................................................................................................................73 Returns for credit .......
PAGE 7
List of Figures 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 Model 2616RC T-DAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Model 2616RC T-DAC features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Model 2616RC front panel LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PAGE 8
Model 2960 RAS Getting Started Guide 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 T1 ALARMS PRESENT indicator on T1/E1 LINK ACTIVITY page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Alarm Card Information window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 2616RC Configuration Menu home page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 IMPORT/EXPORT page . . .
PAGE 9
List of Tables 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 General conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Mouse conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 LED definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PAGE 10
About this guide This guide describes installing and configuring a Patton Electronics Model 2616RC TDM-Digital Access Concentrator (T-DAC). By the time you are finished with this guide, your T-DAC will be connected to T1/ E1 lines and transferring data.
PAGE 11
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual About this guide Precautions Notes and cautions, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you become aware of potential T-DAC problems. Warnings relate to personal injury issues, and Cautions refer to potential property damage. Note WARNING Calls attention to important information. The shock hazard symbol and WARNING heading indicate a potential electric shock hazard.
PAGE 12
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual About this guide Typographical conventions used in this document This section describes the typographical conventions and terms used in this guide. General conventions The procedures described in this manual use the following text conventions: Table 1. General conventions Convention Garamond blue type Meaning Indicates a cross-reference hyperlink that points to a figure, graphic, table, or section heading. Clicking on the hyperlink jumps you to the reference.
PAGE 13
Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter contents Model 2616RC T1/E1 T-DAC overview ..............................................................................................................14 Hardware overview ................................................................................................................................................15 WAN ..........................................................................................................................................................
PAGE 14
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 1 • Introduction Model 2616RC T1/E1 T-DAC overview The Model 2616RC (see figure 1) provides 16 T1/E1 ports. A built-in digital cross-connect switch provides completely flexible grooming: the capability to connect any DS0-channel to any other DS0-channel from the WAN uplink ports or the T1/E1 ports.
PAGE 15
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 1 • Introduction Hardware overview The Model 2616RC combines transmission and networking technology concentrating 16 T1/E1 WAN links into a single slot blade for a Patton ForeFront chassis. The T-DAC front blade (see figure 2) contains a full set of LED status indicators presented on the front panel, and an RS-232 async control port. The rear blade presents electrical connections for T1/E1 WAN ports as well as an alarm LED.
PAGE 16
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 1 • Introduction • 10Base-T half-/full-duplex operation (10 + 10) • Auto detection and fallback • 10/100 Mbps link and status indicators RS-232 control port The RS-232 port provides for initial configuration of the Model 2616RC. The RS-232 port supports: • Asynchronous data rates of 19.2 kbps, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
PAGE 17
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 1 • Introduction • SNMP version 1 configuration management • MIB II • TELNET via Ethernet • SYSLOG Client • Remote Software Upgrade via FTP • Built-in HTTP server for complete configuration and control using a standard web browser • Frame Relay or PPP in-band management via T1/E1 DS0s. Figure 3.
PAGE 18
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 1 • Introduction LED display Front panel LEDs (figure 3 on page 17) display the status of the WAN ports, the T1/E1 ports, the Ethernet LAN port, power, and the alarms. The LEDs are described in table 3. Table 3. LED definitions LED POWER Color Status Green Meaning On solid Power is being applied. No action recommended. Flashing The 2616RC has detected a power failure on a power bus.
PAGE 19
Chapter 2 Hardware installation Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................20 Unpacking the Model 2616RC T-DAC ................................................................................................................20 T-DAC blades installation......................................................................................................................
PAGE 20
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Introduction This chapter contains the following procedures for installing the Model 2616RC T-DAC: Note Before installing the T-DAC, you will need to obtain the line type and encoding of the T1/E1 line from your local telephone company (Telco).
PAGE 21
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual Note 2 • Hardware installation The T-DAC should be installed as close as possible to the termination jack provided by the Telco. The location should be well ventilated. Do not block the rack chassis’ cooling vents. 2. Insert the rear blade into the desired slot in the rack chassis. Make sure the blade is seated properly in the slot guides. Figure 4. Alignment/ESD pin and card handle 3.
PAGE 22
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Cable installation This section describes installing the network interface cables. Connecting the Ethernet ports The T-DAC has a single 10/100 Ethernet interface for connection to your LAN (figure 5). The Ethernet port will autosense the correct speed of the local LAN and automatically negotiate half or full-duplex operation. This section describes connecting the T-DAC to the Ethernet LAN via an Ethernet hub, switch, or workstation. Figure 5.
PAGE 23
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Figure 6. Ethernet RJ-45 pin and signal definitions for T-DAC Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet-capable workstation or PC The 10/100Base-T Ethernet port can connect to a single Ethernet-capable workstation or PC by means of a cross over cable. Refer to figure 7 to assemble a cross-connect cable that will connect between the NIC Ethernet port in the workstation and the T-DAC 10/100Base-T Ethernet port. Figure 7.
PAGE 24
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Connecting the T1/E1 WAN ports An active T1/E1 is not necessary to configure the T-DAC. However, active T1/E1 connections are required when mapping WAN time slots to other WAN time slots. The factory-set default configuration of the Model 2616RC has the T1/E1 ports disabled. The following types of cables can used to connect the 2616RC to T1/E1 lines: • 68-pin SCSI to 8 RJ-45 connectors cable, 6 foot (1.
PAGE 25
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Figure 10. WAN cable‘s 68-pin SCSI connector 1. Connect the 68-pin SCSI connector (see figure 10) of the 6-foot WAN cable (see figure 9 on page 24) to the connector on the rear panel of the Model 2616RC. 2. Connect the WAN cable RJ-45 connectors (see figure 11) to the corresponding ports on a patch panel or local T1/E1 device. Figure 11. RJ-45 plug Table 4.
PAGE 26
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation 68-pin SCSI to open end cable The SCSI-to-open-end cable (see figure 12) connects the 2616RC T1/E1 lines to a punch-down block via 24 gauge solid wire (0.5mm). The other end will be unterminated, open-end twisted pairs. Refer to table 5 for punch-down block wiring information. 68-pin SCSI connector Figure 12. SCSI-to-open-end WAN cable Figure 13.
PAGE 27
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual Note 2 • Hardware installation The 64 wires in this cable are grouped into blue and orange binders of 32 wires each. Wires in the blue binder have the same color scheme as wires in the orange binder, so it is important to keep each binder separated to avoid confusion when connecting to a punch-down block. Table 5.
PAGE 28
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Table 5. WAN cable’s 68 non-terminated twisted-pairs (Continued) Port/Directio Pairs n — 68 Pin Positions 33 67 Wire Color Code Port/Directio Pairs n NOT USED — 68 Pin Positions 34 68 Wire Color Code NOT USED Installing the WAN cable to a punch-down block Materials required: • punch-down tool • Plastic tie wraps • WAN cable pin-out specification Procedure: 1.
PAGE 29
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation 3. Review SCSI pin-out (see table 5 on page 27) and punch-block pin-out and cut wires to the required length to reach their respective ports on the punch-down block. 4. Use punch-down tool to press wires down into block terminals. 5. Use cable ties to secure the wires and SCSI cable to the punch-down block (see table 5 on page 27). Note Cable ties should not allow movement of wires or SCSI cable. 6.
PAGE 30
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Completing the hardware installation This section verifies that the T-DAC hardware is operational to the point where you can begin configuring the software settings. Power is delivered from the Patton ForeFront chassis backplane through the 47-pin PICMG 2.11 power connectors on the 2616RC blades. Upon insertion into the Patton ForeFront chassis, the Model 2616RC immediately powers up and begins its boot cycle.
PAGE 31
Chapter 3 Configuring the T-DAC for operation Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................32 Configuration prerequisites ...................................................................................................................................32 Initial configuration through the RS-232 control port................................................................
PAGE 32
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Introduction This chapter contains the following procedures that describe configuring the Model 2616RC T-DAC for operation: • “Configuration prerequisites”—lists the items you need to have on hand before configuring the T-DAC. • “Initial configuration through the RS-232 control port” on page 33—describes how to define the 2616RC’s LAN IP address and netmask parameters.
PAGE 33
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation - Line Type: either E1 or E1-CRC - Line Coding: either HDB3 or AMI Initial configuration through the RS-232 control port Initially you must configure the 2616RC’s IP address and—in rare instances—change the netmask from the default settings. Note Do not connect power or the Ethernet connection to the Model 2616RC at this time. Connecting the DB9-RJ45 adapter with the included cable Do the following: 1.
PAGE 34
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Setting up the HyperTerminal (or similar program) session Do the following: 1. At your PC, find the file HYPERTRM.EXE. Open a HyperTerminal session by double-clicking on the file name. Figure 17. Connection Description window 2. Type a connection name (e.g., 2616RC Config), select an icon, then click OK (figure 18). Figure 18. Connect To window 3.
PAGE 35
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 6. Configure your COM port settings as shown in figure 19, then click OK. Figure 19. COM1 Properties window 7. Click on the File menu, then select Properties. 8. Configure the settings for Function, arrow and ctrl keys act as to Terminal keys as shown in figure 20, then click OK. Figure 20.
PAGE 36
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 9. Connect the male end of the 2616RC T-DAC’s power cables to the power outlets. 10. Boot up information will display on your HyperTerminal connection window, eventually followed by a login request window (see figure 21). Figure 21. Login window 11. For the user name, type superuser. 12. For the password, type superuser; the top level management window then appears (see figure 22). Figure 22.
PAGE 37
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 13. Type e for Ethernet, then press . The Ethernet configuration window displays (see figure 22). Figure 23. Ethernet configuration window 14. Enter a for PrimaryIpAddress, then press . 15. Type your LAN IP address followed by pressing . 16. Press the left-arrow cursor key on your keyboard to return to the previous screen. 17. If you do not need to change the PrimaryIpMask from the default of 255.255.255.
PAGE 38
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation • Setting the system clocking parameters (see “Configuring the system clocking parameters” on page 41) • Configuring the IP default gateway (see “Configuring the default gateway” on page 40) Displaying the T-DAC 2616RC web administration pages Do the following: 1. Connect your PCs Ethernet connection to the Ethernet LAN. 2. Connect the 2616RC’s T-DAC 10/100 Ethernet connection to the Ethernet LAN. 3.
PAGE 39
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Figure 25. HOME page window panes Figure 26. Operator Actions buttons From the Home page, the following actions can be performed: • Record Current Configuration—clicking on this button (see figure 26) saves the current configuration from volatile DRAM memory to FLASH memory. Once the configuration is saved into FLASH memory, the configuration will not be lost even if the power is cycled on the 2616RC.
PAGE 40
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation • Hard Reset—this button (see figure 26) causes the Model 2616RC to perform a cold restart. When you select Hard Reset, the T-DAC confirms that you want to execute this command. Then, the T-DAC will disconnect all current sessions, re-initialize the interfaces, and re-load configuration parameters from FLASH.
PAGE 41
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 5. In the Gateway box, type your default gateway IP address for the 2616RC. 6. Click the Add Route button to save your configuration. Figure 28. IP Routing Information window 7. The route which you already see in the table appeared upon the configuration of the LAN IP address. 8. To enter the default gateway, use the first Add Route line. The Destination shall remain as 0.0.0.0. There is no mask to enter. 9.
PAGE 42
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 3. Click the System Clocking hyperlink on the 2616RC Configuration Menu to open the System Clocking Configuration page (see figure 29). Figure 29. System Clocking Configuration page, example 1 4. For Clock Reference select master(1). 5. For Main Reference select wan-1(1). 6. For Fallback Reference select wan-2(2). 7. Click on the Submit Query button. 8. Select enable(1) to enable the fallback reference clock. 9.
PAGE 43
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 2. Click the System Clocking hyperlink on the 2616RC Configuration Menu to open the System Clocking Configuration page (see figure 30). Figure 30. System Clocking Configuration page, example 2 3. For Clock Reference select secondary(2) or slave(3). Note If slave is selected you will not be able to configure the main or fallback reference. If you selected slave(3), go to step 6. Otherwise, continue on to step 4. 4.
PAGE 44
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Configuring the DS0 mapping You need to make internal connections between a T1/E1 link and its destination. The destination of the T1/E1 link may be another T1/E1 port within the T-DAC, or the TDM bus in the chassis connecting to another T-DAC, DSL, or STM-1 card. When configuring the 2616RC for T1/E1 cross connection the following scenarios may be encountered: • Mapping DS0s from one E1/T1 port to another T1/E1 port on the same card.
PAGE 45
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation To define each DS0 Mapping you will create a static connection. “A” and “B” designate the two ends of the static connection. For each static connection you will define the following parameters: – Device Type. Specifies the physical interface type for the connection. You may select either t1-e1 (1) or none(0). Additionally, for Device Type B, there is an option for toH.110(5) and fromH.
PAGE 46
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 5. Under Dev Num B, select port1(1). 6. Under Dev Slots B, enter 1 - 32. 7. Under Dev Type B, select fromH110. 8. Under Dev Num B, select port1(1). 9. Under Dev Slots B, enter 32 - 62. 10. Click the Submit Query button. Card 2 mapping 1. Under Dev Type A, select t1-e1(1). 2. Under Dev Num A, select port10(10). 3. Under Dev Slots A, enter 1 - 32. 4. Under Dev Type B, select fromH110. 5. Under Dev Num B, select port1(1). 6.
PAGE 47
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 2. View Link 1 corresponds to the first WAN circuit on the T-DAC. To the right of View Links 1-4 click the View Links... hyperlink to open the T1/E1 LINK ACTIVITY PORTS 1 – 4 page (see figure 36). Figure 36. T1/E1 Link Activity Ports 1 – 4 page. 3. Click the Configuration… hyperlink then click the Modify Configuration... hyperlink to open the WAN Circuit CONFIGURATION LINK window (see figure 37) and view the Line Interface Settings.
PAGE 48
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Figure 38. Line Type pull-down menu 2. From the Line Coding pull-down menu (figure 39) select dsx1AMI(5) or dsxHDB3(3). Most installations will use HDB3. Figure 39. Line Coding pull-down menu with dsx1HDB3(3) selected 3. From the Line Build Out pull-down menu (figure 40) select e1pulse(1). Figure 40. Line Build Out pull-down menu with e1pulse(1) selected 4. Click the Submit Query button to apply your line interface settings.
PAGE 49
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Figure 41. E1 ALARMS PRESENT indicator After you connect the E1 line to the WAN port on the rear of the Model 2616RC these alarms should disappear. Configuring line settings and signaling for T1 Accessing the Line Interface Settings 1. On the 2616RC Configuration Menu, click the T1/E1 Link hyperlink to open the T1/E1 LINK ACTIVITY OVERVIEW page (figure 42). Figure 42. T1/E1 Link Activity Overview page 2.
PAGE 50
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 3. Click the Configuration… hyperlink, then click the Modify Configuration... hyperlink to open the WAN Circuit CONFIGURATION LINK window (figure 44) and view the Line Interface Settings. Figure 44. WAN Circuit Configuration page, Line Interface Settings Configuring the T1 line settings 1.
PAGE 51
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation 2. From the Line Coding pull-down menu (figure 46), select dsx1B8ZS(2) or dsx1AMI(5). Figure 46. Line Coding pull-down menu with dsx1B8ZS(2) selected 3. From the Line Build Out pull-down menu (figure 47) select t1pulse0dB(1). Figure 47. Line Build Out pull-down menu with t1pulse0dB(1) selected 4. Click on Submit Query to apply your settings. At this point the T1/E1 front panel LEDs will become active.
PAGE 52
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Enabling/disabling the alarm card The Alarm Card window (see figure 49) is where you can configure the alarm card polling mode to determine whether the 2616RC monitors the alarm card status for the chassis. 1. Click on Alarm Card under the configuration menu to display the Alarm Card Information window. 2. From the Alarm Card Polling Mode menu, select an option from the drop-down menu to enable/disable the alarm card.
PAGE 53
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Saving your configuration At this point you have completed the basic configuration of your T-DAC for operation. To save your configuration settings in non-volatile RAM, do the following: 1. On the Configuration Menu click the Select HOME hyperlink to open the 2616RC Configuration Menu home page (figure 50). Figure 50. 2616RC Configuration Menu home page 2. Click the Record Current Configuration button (see figure 50).
PAGE 54
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation To import or export a configuration, do the following: 1. On the Configuration Menu pane, click the Import/Export hyperlink to display the IMPORT/EXPORT page (see figure 51). Figure 51.
PAGE 55
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation Backing up the configuration store in flash memory 1. To make a back-up copy of the configuration file currently stored in your T-DAC’s flash memory: – On the Import/Export page (figure 52) click the Export Flash... hyperlink. The T-DAC will get the configuration file currently stored in your T-DAC’s flash memory and display it in your browser (figure 52) Figure 52.
PAGE 56
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation – To save the displayed data as a text file, use your browser’s Save function (figure 53). Using Netscape or Internet Explorer, for example. • Click the File menu. • Click Save As. A dialog box will appear. Use the dialog to save the data displayed on your browser (your T-DAC configuration parameters) to a text file. • Select the folder in which you want to store the file. • Type a file name. • Click Save. Figure 53.
PAGE 57
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual Note 3 • Configuring the T-DAC for operation If the T-DAC does not behave as described, the most likely cause is that the T-DAC default settings are not compatible with the T1/E1 line. If this is the case, use the RS-232 CONFIG port to correct the T-DAC settings. You will have to use the 2616RC Configuration Menu pages to examine the configured T1/E1 link settings. 6.
PAGE 58
Chapter 4 Operation and shutdown Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................59 Activating the Model 2616RC...............................................................................................................................59 De-activating the Model 2616RC ......................................................................................................
PAGE 59
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 4 • Operation and shutdown Introduction This chapter describes how to start up and power down the Model 2616RC. Activating the Model 2616RC The Model 2616RC is activated by completing the procedures in Chapter 2, “Hardware installation” and Chapter 3, “Configuring the T-DAC for operation”. To activate the 2616RC, please follow the procedures in those chapters. The Model 2616RC is designed for unattended operation.
PAGE 60
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and maintenance Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................61 Fault analysis .........................................................................................................................................................62 T1/E1 port test modes.........................................................................................
PAGE 61
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Introduction This chapter describes troubleshooting and fault analysis that can be performed by the operator. If you require more help, refer to Chapter 6, “Contacting Patton for assistance”. Refer to table 6 for a list of common symptoms and suggested remedies. Note The following information assumes that there is only one failure involving the Model 2616RC and that if you perform the corrective action listed, it will solve the problem.
PAGE 62
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Fault analysis The following procedures outline steps you should follow when troubleshooting a Model 2616RC malfunction. 1. If possible, talk to the person who filed the trouble complaint and determine the operational symptoms. Record the symptoms on the appropriate trouble report form (include the front panel LED indications). 2.
PAGE 63
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Table 7. LED definitions (Continued) LED SYSTEM Location Color Status Front panel Green Flash- The Model 2616RC is operating normally. No action recing ommended. Off ETHERNET Front panel Meaning The Model 2616RC is not functioning properly. As soon as possible, unplug both power cables from the Model 2616RC, wait 30 seconds, then plug the cables back into the Mode 2616RC to see if the problem disappears.
PAGE 64
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Table 7. LED definitions (Continued) LED READY ALARM Location Color Status Front panel Blue On Card ready for removal from Patton ForeFront chassis. Meaning Off Card not ready for removal from Patton ForeFront chassis. Do not remove card from chassis. Rear blade Yellow On solid A minor alarm condition has been detected. Flashing A major alarm condition has been detected.
PAGE 65
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance DSX1 line loop (dsxLineLoop) When activated, data received at the selected T1/E1 port, is looped back to the originating device (see figure 55). Data is looped at the T1/E1 port. Figure 55. Line Loop To activate line loop, do the following: 1. Click on the Modify Configuration link of the T1/E1 port to be placed under test. 2. Locate the Loopback Configuration drop down menu 3.
PAGE 66
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Periodic maintenance Consult the rack chassis user manual for information on preventative maintenance (such as cleaning the chassis air cooling vents to remove accumulated dust). Calibration The Model 2616RC requires no calibration. Maintenance If you isolate a problem to the a Model 2616RC component, the entire Model 2616RC must be replaced as follows.
PAGE 67
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Figure 56.
PAGE 68
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance 3. To make a back-up copy of the configuration file currently stored in your T-DAC’s flash memory: – On the Import/Export page (figure 56 on page 67) click the Export Flash... hyperlink. The T-DAC will get the configuration file currently stored in your T-DAC’s flash memory and display it in your browser (figure 57) Figure 57.
PAGE 69
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance – To save the displayed data as a text file, use your browser’s Save function (see figure 58). Using Netscape or Internet Explorer, for example. • Click the File menu. • Click Save As. A dialog box will appear. Use the dialog to save the data displayed on your browser (your T-DAC configuration parameters) to a text file. • Select the folder in which you want to store the file, • Type a file name. • Click Save. Figure 58.
PAGE 70
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance 3. Unlock the handles by pressing the red button on each handle. The button immediately activates the switch (turning it to an open position), while the button itself remains depressed. The blade can then be removed. 4. Remove the malfunctioning Model 2616RC by pushing the handles outwards, pulling the card gently but firmly from its slot in the chassis.
PAGE 71
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Completing the installation This section verifies that the Model 2616RC is fully operational. 1. Verify that the green POWER LED is lit. If the POWER LED is flashing green, refer to Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting and maintenance” on page 60. 2. Verify that the WAN LED illuminates, indicating that the Model 2616RC is synchronizing with the T1/E1 signal. 3.
PAGE 72
Chapter 6 Contacting Patton for assistance Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................73 Contact information..............................................................................................................................................73 Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs).....................................................
PAGE 73
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 6 • Contacting Patton for assistance Introduction This chapter contains the following information: • “Contact information”—describes how to contact PATTON technical support for assistance. • “Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)”—contains information about the RAS warranty and obtaining a return merchandise authorization (RMA). Contact information Patton Electronics offers a wide array of free technical services.
PAGE 74
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual 6 • Contacting Patton for assistance Return for credit policy • Less than 30 days: No Charge. Your credit will be issued upon receipt and inspection of the equipment. • 30 to 120 days: We will add a 20% restocking charge (crediting your account with 80% of the purchase price). • Over 120 days: Products will be accepted for repairs only. RMA numbers RMA numbers are required for all product returns.
PAGE 75
Appendix A Compliance information Chapter contents Compliance ...........................................................................................................................................................76 EMC ...............................................................................................................................................................76 Safety .......................................................................................................................
PAGE 76
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual A • Compliance information Compliance EMC • FCC Part 15, Class A • EN55022, Class A • EN55024 Safety • UL60950-1/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 • IEC/EN 60950-1 • AS/NZS 60950-1 PSTN Regulatory • FCC Part 68 • CS-03 Radio and TV Interference This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly—that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions—may cause interference to radio and television reception.
PAGE 77
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual A • Compliance information designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment. Users should ensure for their own protection that the ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, are connected together. This protection may be particularly important in rural areas.
PAGE 78
Appendix B 68-pin SCSI-to-open-end 6-foot cable (part #10-3096TM68-6) Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................
PAGE 79
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual B • 68-pin SCSI-to-open-end 6-foot cable (part #10-3096TM68-6) Introduction The SCSI-to-open-end cable connects the 2616RC T1/E1 lines to a punch-down block via 24 gauge solid wire (0.5mm). Refer to table 8 for punch-down block wiring information. Table 8.
PAGE 80
Model 2616RC T-DAC User Manual Introduction B • 68-pin SCSI-to-open-end 6-foot cable (part #10-3096TM68-6) 80