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Contents Contents ......................................................................................................................................................... 3 Compliance Information ................................................................................................................................ 7 Radio and TV Interference ...............................................................................................................................7 Industry Canada Notice .....
Contents Model 6511RC User Manual Temperature ...................................................................................................................................................27 Altitude ...........................................................................................................................................................27 Humidity ..........................................................................................................................................
Model 6511RC User Manual Contents Configuring the SDH path trace parameters .............................................................................................57 Configuring DS0 idle codes ............................................................................................................................58 Accessing the idle code configuration ........................................................................................................
Contents Model 6511RC User Manual Contact information............................................................................................................................................102 Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs).................................................................102 Warranty coverage ........................................................................................................................................
Compliance Information Radio and TV Interference The Model 6511RC 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.
Compliance Information Model 6511RC User Manual If trouble is experienced with this equipment, for repair or warranty information, please contact our company. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.
About this guide This guide describes installing and configuring a Patton Electronics Model 6511 TDM-Digital Access Concentrator (Matrix Switch). By the time you are finished with this guide, your Matrix Switch will be connected to the remote DSL modems and transferring data.
About this guide Model 6511RC User Manual Precautions Notes and cautions, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you become aware of potential Matrix Switch problems. Warnings relate to personal injury issues, and Cautions refer to potential property damage. Note Calls attention to important information. The shock hazard symbol and WARNING heading indicate a potential electric shock hazard.
Model 6511RC User Manual About this guide Table 1. General conventions (Continued) Convention Meaning Are you ready? All system messages and prompts appear in the Courier font as the system would display them. % dir *.* Bold Courier font indicates where the operator must type a response or command Mouse conventions The following conventions are used when describing mouse actions: Table 2.
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Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter contents Model 6511RC Matrix Switch overview................................................................................................................14 Hardware overview ................................................................................................................................................16 ForeFront chassis architectures ........................................................................................................................
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual Model 6511RC Matrix Switch overview The Model 6511RC Matrix Switch (see figure 1) combines TDM aggregation and cross-connection with highspeed packet switching over synchronous digital hierarchy (SDH) and Ethernet uplinks for the Patton ForeFront Access Infrastructure Solutions (AIS) system. The web-manageable Matrix Switch provides a fully nonblocking mapping and switching matrix for TDM and Ethernet traffic traversing the ForeFront chassis or chassis segment.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction Figure 2 shows the major functions and connections the Matrix Switch provides within the ForeFront chassis. Each Model 6511RC enables service providers to perform SDH multiplexing and demultiplexing with any-toany timeslot mapping for up to 2048 DS0 channels. The on-board TDM multiplexer can map any of the 4096 DS0 timeslots on the TDM bus in the chassis midplane to any of the 2048 DS0s on the STM-1 uplink.
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual Hardware overview The Model 6511RC combines DS0 cross-connection and concentration with powerful Ethernet switching in a single-slot blade for installation in a standard CPCI chassis. The Matrix Switch card-set comprises two modules, a processor blade (see figure 1 on page 14) inserted from the front of the ForeFront chassis, and a rear interface blade (see figure 3) inserted opposite to the processor blade.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction Figure 5. Model 6511RC front panel LEDs and ports The front panel of the processor blade presents LED status indicators, an RS-232 configuration port and a 10/100 Ethernet management port (see figure 5). The rear entry interface blade (see figure 6 on page 18) presents LEDs indicating alarm and WAN status, physical connectors for the STM-1 port, as well as two 10/100/1000 Ethernet RJ-45 connectors with embedded link and activity status indicator LEDs.
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual Figure 6. Model 6511RCT rear entry car front panel LEDs and ports Three versions of the rear card offer the following connector types for the STM-1 port: • SC20—Optical interface presented on Rx and Tx SC connectors for singlemode fiber with a wavelength of 1310 nm. The interface complies with ITU specifications G.957 and G.652. • EBNC—Electrical interface presented on Rx and Tx 75-ohm BNC connectors.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction ForeFront chassis architectures The Model 6511RC can be installed in the following ForeFront cPCI chassis: • Model 6476 6U chassis • Model 6676 9U chassis ForeFront Model 6476 6U cPCI chassis The ForeFront Model 6476 6U cPCI chassis provides 8 slots for installing cPCI processor blades (see figure 7). The Model 6476 chassis accepts up to two Model 6511RC blades, installed in the fabric slots (designated by a yellow blade guide). Using the H.110 TDM and PICMG 2.
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual Figure 8. Model 6676 chassis, front view The ForeFront Model 6676 9U chassis The ForeFront Model 6676 9U chassis offers 17 slots for installing cPCI processor blades (see figure 8). The Model 6676 midplane is divided into segment R (slots 1 through 8) and segment L (slots 9 through 17). Each mid-plane segment contains its own H.110 and PICMG 2.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction The Model 6511 communicates with the other blades installed and operating in the same segment over the H.110 TDM and PICMG 2.16 packet busses residing in the chassis mid-plane. Matrix Switch functionality The Model 6511 provides the following functionality: • TDM mapping and aggregation—The Model 6511RC Matrix Switch concentrates the traffic capacity of up to 63 E1 lines for delivery on a 155.
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual TDM bus architecture The Matrix Switch provides an interface to the H.110 bus within the ForeFront chassis.The total capacity of the H.110 bus is 4096 half-duplex DS0 channels, the equivalent of 64 E1 lines (see figure 9). Each DS0 channel can be mapped in either direction, transmitting to the Matrix Switch or receiving from the H.110 bus. The H.110 bus organizes the 4096 half-duplex DS0 channels into 32 H.110 ports. Each of the 32 H.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction Figure 10 highlights the multiplexing structure of the STM-1 link by ommitting the intermediate steps in the SDH mapping sequence Figure 10. E1-to-STM-1 multiplexing structure Matrix Switch TDM capacity The Matrix Switch provides the means for you to map any DS0 on the H.110 TDM bus to any DS0 on the STM-1 trunk and vice-versa. The difference in capacity between the H.110 bus and the STM-1 link is 64 halfduplex DS0s, the equivalent of one E1 line.
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual Management Management Services By providing a rich set of industry-standard management services accessible by a full menu of physical interfaces, the Model 6511RC offers an extensive selection of management options.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction - The PICMG 2.16 packet-switched bus (PSB). In order to manage the Matrix Switch in-band via the PICMG 2.16 PSB, an external management workstation connects to the ForeFront chassis via another ForeFront blade with management routing capability, such as the Model 6801RC EdgeRoute Network Access Server or model 3096RC TDM Digital Access Concentrator, operating on the same bus.
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual RS-232 Config port The RS-232 Config port provides access to the CLI management service. You will use the Config port to perform initial configuration of the Model 6511RC. The RS-232 port supports: • Asynchronous data rates of 19.2 kbps, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction Temperature Operating range: 32–104°F (0–40°C) Altitude Maximum operating altitude: 15,000 feet (4,752 meters) Humidity 5 to 95% relative humidity (RH), non-condensing Physical dimensions • 1.75 inches (4.44 cm) height, standard 19-inch (48.26 cm) width, 12-inch (30.48 cm) depth • Weight: 1.55 lbs (0.
1 • Introduction Model 6511RC User Manual Table 3. Front-panel LED indicators (Continued) LED TEST MODE Color Status Green Meaning On solid One or more Ethernet ports or the STM-1 port is in test mode. Flashing One or more Ethernet ports or the STM-1 port is in test mode and errors have been received. Off WAN Green None of the ports is operating in test mode. On solid Indicates the STM-1 port is activated, synched, and operating normally.
Model 6511RC User Manual 1 • Introduction Approvals The Model 6511RC Matrix Switch has achieved the following approvals and certifications: • Safety - UL 60950 - Industry Canada CSA C22.2 No.
1 • Introduction 30 Model 6511RC User Manual Approvals
Chapter 2 Hardware installation Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................32 Unpacking the Model 6511RC Matrix Switch ......................................................................................................32 Verifying that the ForeFront chassis is properly installed ......................................................................................
2 • Hardware installation Model 6511RC User Manual Introduction This chapter contains the following procedures for installing the Model 6511RC Matrix Switch: Note Before installing the Matrix Switch, you will need to obtain the line type and encoding of the STM-1 link from your local telephone company (Telco).
Model 6511RC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Verfying correct electrical grounding Do the following to verify correct electrical grounding: Improper chassis grounding may impair the operation of the STM-1 electrical interface, thereby causing data transmission errors on the STM-1 link. 1. Inspect the rack chassis grounding studs on the AC power module or DC power module (see figure 11 for studs locations) to ensure a #12 AWG ground wire is attached. Figure 11.
2 • Hardware installation Note Model 6511RC User Manual Missing cover plates can be replaced by calling Patton Sales at +1 (301) 975-1000. The Sales Department is available Monday through Friday, from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. EST (8:00 to 17:00 UTC-5). 2. Inspect the rear of the chassis and verify that a cover plate is installed for each vacant module slot, and verify that each cover plate’s fasteners are tightened securely to the rear panel.
Model 6511RC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation 6. Insert the front blade into the front chassis slot corresponding to the slot in which you installed the rear blade. Verify that the release buttons in the handles click up to indicate that the board is fully seated and locked into place.
2 • Hardware installation Model 6511RC User Manual Connecting the front-panel Ethernet LAN port The Matrix Switch includes a 10/100Base-T transceiver, accessible via a physical interface on the front panel of the front blade for connection to an Ethernet LAN. The Ethernet interface complies with IEEE 802.3 and is presented on a 6-pin RJ-45 female receptacle. Once connected to a LAN, the Ethernet port will autosense the speed of the LAN and automatically negotiate half or full-duplex operation.
Model 6511RC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Connecting the front-panel EIA-561 RS-232 configuration port (DCE configured) Install the supplied RJ-45-to-RJ-45 cable with the DB9-RJ45 adapter between the Matrix Switch RS-232 port (see figure 13 on page 35) and an open serial port on your computer. If you need to assemble your own cable, refer to the pinout diagram in figure 17. Figure 17.
2 • Hardware installation Model 6511RC User Manual Figure 18. Fiber-optic SC cable connectors Do the following to connect the dual singlemode fiber-optic cable (see figure 18) to the STM-1 SC connectors: 1. Remove the protective cap from the fiber optic cable connectors. 2. Attach the transmit fiber-optic cable connector to the TX SC connector on the rear blade (see figure 14 on page 35). 3. Attach the receive fiber-optic cable connector to the RX SC connector on the rear blade.
Model 6511RC User Manual 2 • Hardware installation Figure 19. BNC coaxial cable connectors Do the following to connect the dual 75-ohm coaxial cable (see figure 19) to the STM-1 BNC connectors: 1. Attach the transmit connector of the coaxial cable to the TX connector on the rear blade (see figure 14 on page 35). 2. Attach the transmit connector of the coaxial cable to the RX connector on the rear blade.
2 • Hardware installation Model 6511RC User Manual Connecting the 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet ports to a router, hub or switch The 10/100/100Base-T Ethernet ports may be connected to a WAN router, or to an Ethernet hub or switch. To connect the router, hub or switch to the Matrix Switch, you must use a straight-through CAT-5 RJ-45 cable (one wired as shown in figure 15 on page 36). Figure 15 shows the Ethernet RJ-45 pin and signal definitions for the Matrix Switch.
Chapter 3 Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................42 Configuration prerequisites ...................................................................................................................................42 Initial configuration through the RS-232 control port......................................................
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Introduction This chapter contains the following procedures that describe configuring the Model 6511RC Matrix Switch for operation: • “Configuration prerequisites”—lists the items you need to have on hand before configuring the Matrix Switch. • “Initial configuration through the RS-232 control port” on page 43—describes how to define the 6511RC’s LAN IP address and netmask parameters.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation - Which E1 mapping path will be used within the STM-1 link, either AU3 or AU4.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 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 21. Connection Description window 2. Type a connection name (e.g., 6511RC Config), select an icon, then click OK (figure 22). Figure 22. Connect To window 3.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation 6. Configure your COM port settings as shown in figure 23, then click OK. Figure 23. 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 24, then click OK. Figure 24.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 9. Connect the male end of the 6511RC Matrix Switch’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 25). Figure 25. Login window 11. For the user name, type superuser. 12. For the password, type superuser; the TOP LEVEL MANAGEMENT window then appears (see figure 26). Figure 26.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation 19. Press the left-arrow cursor key until the TOP LEVEL MANAGEMENT window displays. 20. Select a for Home, then press . 21. Under the Current Status page, type 1 (store Config(1)) to save the changes you have just made to the configuration. This completes the initial configuration of the Model 6511RC. The next steps in configuration will be done using your web browser connected via Ethernet to the 6511RC.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 5. The 3069RC Configuration Menu home page will appear (see figure 27). Figure 27.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Home page overview The HOME window is divided into two panes: the Configuration Menu pane and the Configuration/Information pane (see figure 28). The Configuration Menu contains the links to the various Model 6511RC subsystems, while in the Configuration/Information pane, you can view status and other information or make changes to the system configuration.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Figure 29. Operator Actions buttons From the Home page, the following actions can be performed: • Record Current Configuration—clicking on this button (see figure 29) 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 6511RC.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Configuring the default gateway The default gateway IP address, if defined, is used solely for managing the 6511RC remotely via the Ethernet port. The 6511RC does not transmit or receive user data nor any other traffic via the default gateway IP address or the Ethernet port. Do the following to add the default gateway: 1.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 3. The Defined Routes table (see figure 32) will contain exactly one route, displayed in the first row of the table. The 6511RC created this route automatically when you defined the Ethernet IP address during Initial Configuration, earlier in this chapter. That first row displays the route and netmask for the primary IP address you defined for the Matrix Switch Ethernet interfaces. Figure 32. Defined Routes table 4.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation ence. Slaves will not drive any clock reference. Most often the 6511RC will be defined as the master(1), while most other modules in the chassis will be defined as slave(3). Module clocking source and fallback There are two module clocking source parameters, the primary reference and the fallback reference. Unless it fails or becomes disconnected, the primary reference provides the system clock for the 6511RC.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Example 2. For this example, another Matrix Switch is the chassis is the clocking master, providing the system clock for the chassis, and your 6511RC is a slave. Your 6511RC will derive its timing from the H.110 bus system clock as the main reference, and from its STM-1 port as the fallback reference. To define the system clocking parameters: 1. Connect a STM-1 WAN line to the 6511RC’s STM-1 port. 2.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Accessing the SDH circuit parameters To access the SDH circuit parameters: 1. On the 6511RC Configuration Menu (see figure 27 on page 48), click the SDH hyperlink to display the SDH Overview page (see figure 36) . Figure 36. SDH Overview web management page 2. On the SDH Overview page, click the Configuration... hyperlink to display the SDH Modify page (see figure 37). Figure 37.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Configuring the SDH physical interface type Do the following to define the physical interface type providing the STM-1 link: 1. In the SDH Physical Configuration section (see figure 38), select from the Physical Interface drop-down menu the value that corresponds to the physical cabling attached to your STM-1 interface ports. If you are using fiber-optic cable connected to the rear-card SC connectors, then select optical(0).
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation ter applies. When the section trace message length is defined to be one byte, the Matrix Switch will ignore the value of Section Trace. 5. For Section Trace Msg Len, from the drop-down menu, select the value used by the SDH network your Matrix Switch is connected to: either 1, 16, or 64-byte trace messages. 6. For Section Trace J0 Byte enter the value your connected SDH network uses for the J0 byte in the SDH frame.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 2. Because path trace is enabled in your connected SDH network, in the SDH trace parameters table (see figure 40 on page 57), for Path-1 Trace Monitor, select pathTraceEnable(1) from the drop-down menu. 3. For Path-1 Trace message, enter the alphanumeric string your connected SDH network uses for the path-1 trace message in the text box.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Accessing the idle code configuration Do the following to access the Matrix Switch’s idle code configuration: 1. On the 6511RC Configuration Menu (see figure 27 on page 48), click the E1 Link hyperlink to display the E1 Link page (see figure 41). Figure 41. E1 Link page 2.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 3. To access the DS0 Idle Code Configuration page for a selected E1, scroll right to view the DS0 configuration column, then click the blue diamond icon to display the SDH DS0 Idle Code Detail page (see figure 43). Figure 43. SDH DS0 Idle Code Detail page Defining the DS0 idle code configuration The SDH DS0 Idle Code Detail page (see figure 43) displays a table for a selected E1, specified by the page title, within the STM-1 link.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation The mapping path you select will determine which parameter fields the 6511RC will display on the DS0 Mapping Overview page. You have already selected an SDH mapping type, but you may wish to double-check this value before mapping any DS0s, by doing the following: 1. On the 6511RC Configuration Menu (see figure 27 on page 48), click the SDH hyperlink to open the SDH overview page (see figure 44). Figure 44. SDH Overview page 2.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 3. Scroll down to the SDH mapping parameter and select the appropriate mapping path from the drop-down menu. Select au3Mapper(0) or au4Mapper(1). To multiplex seven TUG-2s into an AU-3, select au3Mapper(0) (the factory default) from the drop-down menu. To multiplex three TUG-3s into an AU-4, select au4Mapper(1). 4. Click the Submit button to save changes. You are now ready to define DS0 mappings.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation The Matrix Switch offers two formats for defining DS0 mappings: • E1 port format—You will identify the 63 E1 signal streams within the STM-1 link using E1 port numbers 1-63. Those with little to moderate experience working with SDH network architecture will most likely find E1 format to be the simplest and most straightforward method for defining DS0 mappings. Refer to section “Defining DS0 mappings using E1 port format” on page 64.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Figure 47. DS0 Mapping Overview page Defining DS0 mappings using E1 port format For those with little to moderate experience in working with SDH network architecture, E1 format will most likely the simplest and most straightforward method for defining DS0 mappings. To define a DS0 mapping by E1 number, do the following: 1.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation The following notation should be used for assigning timeslots: – dash: (-), e.g., 1 – 4 – comma: (,), e.g., 1,4,9 – combo: 1-2,3,6-7 At this point you have defined the SDH channel composed of a selected E1 signal stream and a set of timeslots within that E1. Now you must define the mid-plane channel to be correlated with the SDH channel. 6. In the first row, labeled to H110(5), for the H.110 number, select the appropriate H.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Example 1 Map E1 Port 1 received, timeslots 1-32 to H.110 Port 1 timeslots 1-32. Map E1 Port 1 transmitted, timeslots 1-32 from H.110 Port 1 timeslots 33-64. Solution: 1. Under E1 Number, select port1(1) from the drop-down menu (see figure 48). 2. Under E1 Slots, enter 1-32 in the text box. 3. For toH110(5), under H.110 Number, select port1(1) from the drop-down menu. 4. For toH110(5), under H.110 slots, enter 1-32 in the text box.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Example 2 Map E1 Port 2 received, timeslots 1-32 to H.110 Port 1 timeslots 65-96. Map E1 Port 2 transmitted, timeslots 1-32 from H.110 Port 1 timeslots 97-128. Solution: 1. Under E1 Number, select port2(2) from the drop-down menu (see figure 50). 2. Under E1 Slots, enter 1-32 in the text box. 3. For toH110(5), under H.110 Number, select port1(1) from the drop-down menu. 4. For toH110(5), under H.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Example 3 Map E1 Port 7 received, timeslots 1-32 to H.110 Port 4 timeslots 1-32. Map E1 Port 7 transmitted, timeslots 1-32 from H.110 Port 4 timeslots 33-64. Solution: 1. Under E1 Number, select port7(7) from the drop-down menu (see figure 52). 2. Under E1 Slots, enter 1-32 in the text box. 3. For toH110(5), under H.110 Number, select port4(4) from the drop-down menu. 4. For toH110(5), under H.110 slots, enter 1-32 in the text box.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Defining DS0 mappings using TU format Experienced SDH engineers with a solid understanding of STM-1 architecture will most likely prefer to use TU format to define DS0 mappings. To define a DS0 mapping using TU format, do the following: 1. On the 6511RC Configuration Menu (see figure 27 on page 48), click the DS0 Mapping hyperlink to display the DS0 Mapping Overview page (see figure 54). 2.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Figure 55. E1 port numbers located within the STM-1 frame structure 5. The first three parameters in the Define a Mapping section (see figure 54 on page 69) specify an E1 signal stream within the STM-1 link. The STM-1 link contains either three TUG-3s or three AU-3s (see figure 55). In the Define a Mapping section, the first parameter name will vary depending on the mapping path you selected on the SDH configuration page.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation – tug2-6(6) – tug2-7(7) 7. Each TUG-2 contains three TU-12s (which in turn contain one E1 each). To define the value of the TU12 parameter, select one of the following values from the drop-down menu: – tu12-1(1) – tu12-2(2) – tu12-3(3) 8. The three parameters you defined above specify a selected E1 signal stream within the STM-1 link. For E1 Slots, enter the timeslot numbers within the selected E1 link that you wish to map to the H.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Examples for configuring DS0 mappings. Three examples are provided: • Example 1—For the E1 located in TUG-3 or AU-3 number 1, TUG-2 number 1, TU-12 number 1 (Matrix Switch E1 port number 1): - map all 32 timeslots of the received E1 signal to H.110 port 1 timeslots 1-32 - map all 32 timeslots of the transmitted E1 signal from H.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Example 2 Map TUG-3 or AU-3 no. 2, TUG-2 no. 1, TU-12 no. 1 received, timeslots 1-32 to H.110 Port 1 timeslots 65-96. Map TUG-3 or AU-3 no. 1, TUG-2 no. 1, TU-12 no. 1 transmitted, timeslots 1-32 from H.110 Port 1 timeslots 97-128. Solution: 1. For the value of the first parameter under SDH Channel, select either TUG3-2(2) or AU3-2(2) from the drop-down menu. 2. For the value of TUG-2 select TUG2-1(1) from the drop-down menu. 3.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 9. Click the Define button. 10. Verify your new mapping appears in the Defined Mappings table. 11. Examine the new mapping to ensure it was entered and recorded correctly. You have completed the configuration for example 3. Saving your configuration At this point you have completed the basic configuration of your Matrix Switch for operation. To save your configuration settings in non-volatile RAM, do the following: 1.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Backing up your configuration parameters The 6511RC Matrix Switch provides Import/Export functions that enable you to back up (export) and restore (import) your Matrix Switch’s configuration parameters against possible failure. Should your Matrix Switch ever need replacing, a previously saved copy of your (exported) configuration file can quickly be loaded (imported) into a replacement Matrix Switch.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual Backing up the configuration store in flash memory To make a back-up copy of the configuration file currently stored in your Matrix Switch’s flash memory: 1. On the Import/Export page (see figure 57 on page 75) click the Export Flash... hyperlink. The Matrix Switch will get the configuration file currently stored in your Matrix Switch’s flash memory and display it in your browser (see figure 58) Figure 58.
Model 6511RC User Manual 3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation 2. To save the displayed data as a text file, use your browser’s Save function (see figure 59). Using Netscape or Internet Explorer, for example, do the following: – Click the File menu. – Click Save As. A dialog box will appear. Use the dialog to save the data displayed on your browser (your Matrix Switch configuration parameters) to a text file. – Select the folder in which you want to store the file. – Type a file name.
3 • Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation Model 6511RC User Manual 5. Verify that the green WAN LED is illuminated, indicating that the Model 6511RCSTM-1 port is activated, is synchronized with the SDH network, and operating normally. Note If the Matrix Switch does not behave as described, the most likely cause is that the Matrix Switch SDH parameters values for the STM1 link do not match those of the connected SDH network.
Chapter 4 Operation and shutdown Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................80 Activating the Model 6511RC...............................................................................................................................80 De-activating the Model 6511RC ......................................................................................................
4 • Operation and shutdown Model 6511RC User Manual Introduction This chapter describes how to start up and power down the Model 6511RC. Activating the Model 6511RC The Model 6511RC is activated by completing the procedures in chapter 2, “Hardware installation” on page 31 and chapter 3, “Configuring the Matrix Switch for operation” on page 41. To activate the 6511RC, refer to the procedures in those chapters. The Model 6511RC is designed for unattended operation.
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and maintenance Chapter contents Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................82 Troubleshooting during initial deployment ...........................................................................................................82 General fault analysis...........................................................................................................
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Model 6511RC User Manual Introduction This chapter provides guidance to assist you when performing troubleshooting and fault analysis as a Matrix Switch operator. Should you require more information or technical assistance, refer to chapter 6, “Contacting Patton for assistance” on page 101.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Table 5. Symptoms (Continued) Problem Corrective Action SYSTEM LED (green) is The Model 6511RC is not functioning properly. not flashing As soon as possible, force a module power cycle as follows: 1)Wearing an antistatic strap, simultaneously press both red buttons on the frontpanel handles of the 6511RC to unlock the handles and prepare the module for removal.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Model 6511RC User Manual Table 6. LED status indications and recommended actions (Continued) LED CPU FAIL Location Color Front panel Red Status Meaning On solid CPU is unable to load the software from FLASH to RAM for operation. As soon as possible, remove the Model 6511RC from the CPCI chassis, wait 30 seconds, then re-insert the Model 6511RC into the CPCI chassis and see if the problem disappears.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Table 6. LED status indications and recommended actions (Continued) LED CLK ERROR Location Front panel Color Status Meaning Yellow On solid • Primary Reference clocking source has been lost and the 6511RC is using the Secondary Reference as its clocking source. Matrix Switch operation should continue unimpaired. • Visit the System Clocking Overview page and examine the current clocking configuration and status.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Model 6511RC User Manual Table 6. LED status indications and recommended actions (Continued) LED READY ALARM READY Location Front panel Rear blade Rear blade Color Blue Front Panel Meaning Off There is NO Ethernet frame activity on either of the 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports. No action recommended On Indicates module is ready for removal from cPCI chassis. Off Indicates module NOT ready for removal from cPCI chassis. Do not remove card from chassis.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance To understand how these test modes work, you must first understand the basic architecture of the Model 6511RC’s TDM mapping functions. The TDM mapping function provides the connection between the STM-1 port and the H.110 bus. Within the TDM mapper (see figure 60) data passes between the SDH framing processor and the H.110 framing processor. TDM Mapper Tx Rx H.110 Framer H.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Model 6511RC User Manual 2. At the top of the SDH Overview page, click the Configuration hyperlink to display the SDH Configuration page (see figure 62). Figure 62. SDH Configuration page with sonetFacilityLoop(1) selected 3. Scroll down to the Loopback parameter in the SDH Interface Configuration table. 4. From the drop-down menu, select sonet(facilityLoop(1). 5. Click the first Submit button located just below the SDH Interface Parameters table.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance connections. The data passes through the H.110 framer, then traverses the SDH framer where it loops back, passing through the H.110 framer again. The data leaves the Matrix switch through its mid-plane connections and returns via the H.110 bus to the sending SDH terminals (other ForeFront modules). The terminal loop affects only those DS0s that are mapped from the H.110 bus to the STM-1 link or from the STM-1 link to the H.110 bus.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Model 6511RC User Manual Other Loop [sonetOtherLoop(3)] The other loop [sonetOtherLoop(3)] operates much like the facility loop, however the data enters the H.110 framer where it makes a U-turn. The Other Loop test mode (See figure 65) is a factory debugging and hardware test tool intended for use by Patton engineering. The terminal loop and facility loop provide all the functionality a Matrix Switch operator should require.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Sections and paths Between a pair of SDH multiplexers, an SDH circuit may comprise multiple cable segments connected by intermediate devices such as signal repeaters and add-drop multiplexers (see figure 66). A cable segment with a regenerator at one or both endpoints is called a section. A set of cable segments with an add-drop multiplexer at one or both endpoints is called a line.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Model 6511RC User Manual Figure 67. Section Trace parameters on the SDH Configuration page 3. For Section Trace Monitor, select sectionTraceEnable(1) from the drop-down menu. 4. For the Section Trace message string, enter the alphanumeric string your connected SDH network uses for the Section Trace Message String in the SDH frame. Note Section trace is used for 16-byte and 64-byte section trace messages.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance • 64-byte Trace Message Length — use the section trace string for section trace messaging, and ignore the contents of J1. The value of section trace string may be any alphanumeric text string up to 64 characters long. The 64-byte field does not include any CRC. Number of paths per frame The STM-1 frame can support one path or three paths, depending on how the STM-1 signal is mapped.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Note Model 6511RC User Manual Path-1 trace message is used for 16-byte and 64-byte path-1 trace messages. For 1-byte and 64-byte trace messages, the J1 byte is used and the value of path-1trace message is ignored. 5. For Path-1 Trace Msg Len, select the value corresponding to the trace message length your connected SDH network uses. 6. For Path-1 Trace J1 Byte, enter the value your connected SDH network uses for the J1 byte in the SDH frame.
Model 6511RC User Manual Note 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance The parameters that will be exported are the power-up settings as they are stored in flash memory and may not be the current operating parameters. To ensure that you export the most current parameters, go to HOME, then under Operator Actions, click on the Record Current Configuration button. 1. If you already have an exported backup copy of your current configuration, go to “Removing the defective Model 6511RC” on page 97.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Model 6511RC User Manual 3. To make a back-up copy of the configuration file currently stored in your Matrix Switch’s flash memory: – On the Import/Export page (figure 69 on page 95) click the Export Flash... hyperlink. The Matrix Switch will get the configuration file currently stored in your Matrix Switch’s flash memory and display it in your browser (figure 70) Figure 70.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance – To save the displayed data as a text file, use your browser’s Save function (see figure 71). 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 Matrix Switch configuration parameters) to a text file. • Select the folder in which you want to store the file, • Type a file name. • Click Save. Figure 71.
5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Note Model 6511RC User Manual Be sure to wear an anti-static strap to prevent electrostatic damage to the module. 3. Simultaneously press both red buttons on the front-panel handles of the 6511RC to unlock the handles and prepare the module for removal. 4. Simultaneously press both black handles outward and away from the center of the module to unseat the 6511RC from the mid-plane connectors. 5.
Model 6511RC User Manual 5 • Troubleshooting and maintenance Upon successfully importing the file, the Model 6511RC will display Configuration Load Complete, indicating that the new operating parameters have been loaded into flash memory. 4. On the Configuration Menu, click the HOME hyperlink, then click the Hard Reset button under Operator Actions. Note Do not select Record Current Configuration after importing configuration parameters.
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Chapter 6 Contacting Patton for assistance Chapter contents Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................102 Contact information............................................................................................................................................102 Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs).......................................................
6 • Contacting Patton for assistance Model 6511RC User Manual 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.
Model 6511RC 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.
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