AT-9800 Series Switch Hardware Reference AT-9812T V2 AT-9816GB V2
AT-9800 Series Hardware Reference Document Number C613-03059-00 REV E. © 2003-2005 Allied Telesyn Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written permission from Allied Telesyn Inc. Allied Telesyn Inc. reserves the right to change specifications and other information in this document without prior written notice. The information provided herein is subject to change without notice. In no event shall Allied Telesyn Inc.
Hardware Reference 1 Contents Models Covered By This Reference .................................................................... 2 Why You Should Read This Reference ............................................................... 2 Where To Find More Information ...................................................................... 3 Hardware Description ....................................................................................... 3 Switch Overview ............................................
2 AT-9800 Series Switch Documentation Roadmap AT-9800 Series CAM AT-9800 Series Safety and Statutory Information Booklet CAM Quick Install guide AT-RPS9000 Safety and Statutory Information Booklet AT-9800 Series Quick Install Guide General Customer Support AT-RPS9000 Quick Install Guide Visit www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz for the latest documentation, FAQs, and support information.
Hardware Reference 3 Where To Find More Information The Documentation and Tools CD-ROM bundled with each switch contains the complete Document Set for AT-9800 Series switches and their expansion options, as well as tools for switch management. This includes: ■ The AT-9800 Series Statutory and Safety Information booklet, which includes important safety information and statutory declarations for AT-9800 Series switches.
4 AT-9800 Series Switch Dimensions • Height = 66 mm (plus 5.5 mm if the rubber feet are used) • Width = 440 mm (excluding rack-mounting brackets) • Depth = 360 mm • Weight = Not more than 6.6 kg, depending on model (excluding power cord) Mounting System • 1.
Hardware Reference 5 Processing Core • 300 MHz RISC Processor • 128 MBytes Synchronous DRAM (expandable to 256 MByte with DIMM) • 16 MBytes of fixed flash • Compact flash slot for hot swappable expansion of flash up to 512 MBytes (to be supported by future software releases) • 512 kBytes of Non-volatile SRAM (NVRAM) • Battery backed real time clock (RTC) • 32/66 PCI bus • Silicon ID chip storing serial number, board ID, and MAC address Asynchronous Serial Port • Up to 115 kbps • Univers
6 AT-9800 Series Switch AT-9816GB V2 (Figure 2 on page 6) • 16-port 1000BASE-X (GBIC slots) • Unrestricted 1000BASE-T GBIC use • Compact flash slot • One DIMM socket for expansion of synchronous DRAM • One CAM socket for expansion of the forwarding address database • Compatible with AT-PWR9000 RPS systems (AC models only) • Layer 3 managed switch • AC or DC PSU options Figure 2: Front and rear panels of the AT-9816GB.
Hardware Reference 7 Online Documentation This section provides a step-by-step guide to accessing online documentation. Adobe Acrobat Reader must be installed to view online documentation. Accessing the CD-ROM and Online Documentation Follow these steps to access the CD-ROM and online documentation: 1. Insert the Documentation and Tools CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2. If the Welcome screen does not appear. Select "Run" from the Start Menu (Windows 95, 98, 2000 or NT 4.0). Type d:\start.
8 AT-9800 Series Switch The "Default file transfer directory" field specifies the directory that ATTFTP Server will read from or write to for file requests that do not include a directory specification. To prevent unauthorised access to private directories, enter a path name in the "Restrict to directory" field. AT-TFTP Server will use only the specified directory, even if file requests contain references to other directories. Select "Read only" to prevent files being written to the PC.
Hardware Reference 9 The key to successful use of terminal emulation software with the switch is to configure the software and switch with matching communications parameters. The following procedures describe how to configure Windows Terminal and HyperTerminal for the default RS-232 ASYN0 settings on the switch, but the same principles apply to other terminal emulation programs. To configure Windows HyperTerminal for Windows 95, 98, 2000, & NT 4.0. 1. 2. 3.
10 AT-9800 Series Switch 5. From the File menu, select: • “Properties” In the Connection Properties dialog box, click the Settings tab and set: 6. • “Function, arrow, and ctrl keys act as” to “Terminal keys” • “Emulation” to VT100. Click “ASCII Setup” to display the ASCII Setup dialog box. Uncheck: • “Echo typed characters locally”. • “Append line feeds to incoming line ends”. Set other parameters as required. • Click “OK” twice to close all dialog boxes.
Hardware Reference 11 7. Save the current session. From the File menu, select: • “Save”. This creates a connection icon with the name you assigned in the HyperTerminal group. To use the configuration: • Double-click the connection icon in the HyperTerminal group. When the HyperTerminal window appears, press: • [Enter] a couple of times. The switch’s log in prompt will appear. Switch Start-up This section outlines the log in and start-up procedures for your switch.
12 AT-9800 Series Switch • Stop bits: 1 • Flow control: Hardware See “Using Windows Terminal and Windows Hyperterminal” on page 8 for more information on configuring emulation software. Ensure that any power switches are in the On position and that the switch is receiving power. After the switch has booted, the log in prompt appears. If the log in prompt doesn’t appear, press [Enter] two or three times.
Hardware Reference 13 Start-up Procedures When the switch starts up following either a power cycle or an operatorinitiated reboot (using the Reset button or RESTART command), a series of start-up messages is sent to the terminal or PC connected to ASYN0 (Figure 3 on page 13). Figure 3: Switch start-up messages. INFO: INFO: PASS: INFO: PASS: INFO: INFO: Force INFO: INFO: INFO: Self tests beginning. RAM test beginning. RAM test, 131072k bytes found. BBR tests beginning. BBR test, 512k bytes found.
14 AT-9800 Series Switch The possible messages and their meanings are: INFO: Self tests beginning. The code loader tests are about to begin. INFO: RAM test beginning. The RAM tests are about to begin. PASS: RAM test, 65536k bytes found. The RAM test passed, and the indicated amount of memory was found and will be used by the switch. ERROR: RAM test 5. Error address = 00345678. A RAM test failed, at the given address. In the example, it was the fifth test run.
Hardware Reference 15 INFO: Initial download succeeded. The start-up tests and download are complete, and the switch software is about to be started. If the default install is a compressed release, the release will now be decompressed. This may take a few seconds. INFO: Downloading compressed release. This may take up to 1 minute... INFO: Loading software into memory. This may take up to 1 minute... The main switch software is about to be loaded into RAM.
16 AT-9800 Series Switch Table 3: Internal DTE pin roles. Pin Role 2 TXD 3 RXD 4 CD 5 GND 6 DTR 7 CTS 8 RTS 9 (Not used) Useful Cables This section describes how to make management, test, and network cables for use with the switch’s RS-232 (ASYN0) and RJ-45 interfaces. RS-232 Terminal and Modem Cables Table 4 on page 16 list the terminal and modem cables described in this section. Table 4: Terminal and modem cable descriptions.
Hardware Reference 17 Figure 5: Pin wiring diagram for a standard DB9 male to female terminal cable. DB9 Male (to switch/DCE) Not connected → (TXD) ← (RXD) ← (CD) (GND) → (DTR) ← (CTS) → (RTS) ← (RING) Pin 1 DB9 Female (to PC/terminal/DTE) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Pin 5 Pin 5 (DCD) (RXD) (TXD) (DTR) (GND) (DSR) (RTS) (CTS) (RING) Pin 1 Cable Pin 6 Pin 9 Pin 9 DB9 Male Pin View Notes: (1) (2) Pin 6 DB9 Female Pin View → Output from switch; ← Input to switch. Cable version 1.0.
18 AT-9800 Series Switch Cables for RJ-45 Ethernet LAN Interfaces For 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T (10/100/1000BASE) connections, a twisted pair cable with four pairs and RJ-45 connectors must be used. Table 5 on page 18 lists the cables used for network connections and testing of RJ-45 interfaces. Caution. Do not plug a phone jack into any RJ-45 port. Doing so could damage the switch. Use only twisted pair cables with RJ-45 connectors. Table 5: Cables for RJ-45 LAN interfaces.
Hardware Reference 19 Table 6: Pin assignments, 10/100/1000BASE-T RJ-45 four pair straight-through cable. (Continued) End 1 End 2 3 Pair 2+ 3 Pair 2+ 6 Pair 2- 6 Pair 2- 4 Pair 3+ 4 Pair 3+ 5 Pair 3- 5 Pair 3- 7 Pair 4+ 7 Pair 4+ 8 Pair 4- 8 Pair 4- 1000BASE crossover cable For 1000BASE test cables, all four pairs are used and the cable is wired in either a crossover or straight-through configuration. Table 7 on page 19 lists the pin assignments for a crossover cable.
20 AT-9800 Series Switch Ethernet LAN Port Tests A crossover cable is required to run an Ethernet LAN test. See “Useful Cables” on page 16 for details of how to make a suitable cable. To start the test, loop a four-pair crossover or straight-through cable between any two RJ-45 ports and enter: ENABLE TEST INT=ALL A loopback plug, instead of a crossover cable, can be used to test SC and MT-RJ GBIC interfaces. All interfaces connected by crossover cables are tested.
Hardware Reference 21 Figure 9: Example output for the SHOW TEST COUNT command, with a test cable between ports 1 and 4.
22 AT-9800 Series Switch AT-RPS8000 The AT-RPS8000 is a chassis that holds up to four removable AT-PWR8000 RPS units. To provide backup power to AT-9812TF and AT-9816GF switches, each switch must be connected to an AT-PWR8000 power unit, and the power unit must be installed in an AT-RPS8000 chassis. Table 8 on page 22 lists the RPS connector’s pin numbers and pin functions, as found on AT-9812TF and AT-9816GF switches. Table 8: RPS Connector Pin Numbers and Functions.
Hardware Reference 23 AT-RPS9000 The AT-RPS9000 is a chassis that holds up to four removable AT-PWR9000 power units. Each AT-PWR9000 power unit can provide redundant power to one AT-9812T or AT-9816GB switch. So, when fully loaded, the AT-RPS9000 chassis can supply up to four switches. The AT-RPS9000 chassis has two AC power inlets. Each inlet supplies two bays (that is, each inlet supplies two AT-PWR9000 units and two switches). Figure 10 on page 23 shows the chassis’s rear panel.
24 AT-9800 Series Switch Table 10: AT-PWR9000 RPS Connector Pin Numbers and Functions. (Continued) Pin Number Function 9 Not Used 10 Return (ground) for 5VDC In, 3.3VDC In and 12VDC Figure 11 on page 24 illustrates the connector’s pin layout for AT-9812T and AT-9816GB switch models. Figure 11: AT-RPS9000 connector (on the switch’s rear panel). A1 A2 A3 1 6 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 Specifications Dimensions • Height = 67 mm (plus 5.
Hardware Reference 25 For LED descriptions, see “LEDs and What They Mean” on page 26. Controls • Individual power switch for each PWR bay • Power switches recessed to prevent unintentional operation AC Power Supply • Universal 100/240 VAC 50/60 Hz input DC Output • +3.3VDC/16A • +5VDC/16A • +12VDC/0.5A Port, Connector, and Cable Combinations This section provides cabling guidelines for each switch model. Table 11: Cable guidelines for AT-9800 Series switches.
26 AT-9800 Series Switch Troubleshooting This section provides information on how to detect and resolve problems with AT-9800 Series switches and their expansion options. Other sources of useful troubleshooting information are: ■ www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/9800/. ■ The AT-9800 Series Software Reference. LEDs and What They Mean The following tables outline how LEDs on AT-9800 switches report faults and operational activities. System LEDs Table 12: System LEDs found on all AT-9800 Series Switches.
Hardware Reference 27 AT-9812T and AT-9812TF LEDs Table 13: Port and GBIC LEDs on the AT-9812T & AT-9812TF. LED State Function GBIC L/A Green A 1000 Mbps link is open. The link is operating in full duplex mode Flashing green 1000 Mbps full duplex activity is occurring Amber A 1000 Mbps link is open.
28 AT-9800 Series Switch Check these first 1. Check the power cord connections. 2. Check that the power supply voltage is stable. 3. Check that the correct data cables are being used and that their connections are secure. 4. Check that any GBICs are correctly installed and that they are compatible with the switch. Some switch models have limitations on the number of GBICs that can be installed. See “Gigabit Interface Converters (GBICs)” on page 29 for more information. 5.
Hardware Reference 29 Power LED is off This can indicate: ■ A loose power cord. ■ A power supply failure. Perform the following steps in sequence: 1. Check that the power cord connections are secure. 2. Check that all switches and circuit protection devices are in the ON position. 3. Ensure that the supply voltage is within the operational range (110/240 VAC 50/60 Hz for AC models, 40-60 VDC for DC models). Fault LED is on This can indicate: ■ There is a problem with the switch or PSU.
30 AT-9800 Series Switch The following GBICs have been approved for use with AT-9800 Series switches: ■ Allied Telesyn AT-G8SX ■ Allied Telesyn AT-G8LX10 10km LX ■ Allied Telesyn AT-G8LX25 25km LX ■ Allied Telesyn AT-G8LX40 40km LX ■ Allied Telesyn AT-G8LX70 70km LX ■ Agilent HFBR5601 1000BASE-SX ■ Agilent HFCT5611 1000BASE-LX 550m SX For the latest list of approved GBICs, visit www.alliedtelesyn.co.nz/support/ at9800/.
Hardware Reference 31 RX and TX terminal locations on SC fibre GBIC ports are the reverse of RX and TX terminal locations on fixed SC fibre ports. When looking at an SC fibre GBIC from the front, the RX terminal is on the left and the TX terminal is on the right. GBIC 1000BASE-T Auto-Negotiation 1000BASE-T GBICs support only 1000 Mbps full duplex connections. Although 1000BASE-T GBICs will participate in auto-negotiation processes, they will only advertise 1000 Mbps.
32 AT-9800 Series Switch Installing and removing a compact flash card Compact flash cards can be inserted into the compact flash slot at any time. CLI messages are displayed when a card is inserted or removed. It takes approximately two seconds for an inserted card to be initialised. Messages notify the user when a card has been inserted: Info (1106257): Compact flash card inserted. and when the card is ready for use: Info (1106268): Compact flash card initialisation successful.
Hardware Reference 33 The test software will read the file allocation table and display a list of free sectors. Sectors can be tested as single sectors or as a range. The test will consist of a write/read/verify cycle. To stop the test, use the command: DISABLE CFLASH TEST To display the testing process while a test is in process, enter: SHOW CFLASH TEST Figure 13 on page 33 shows a sample output. Figure 13: Output from the SHOW CFLASH TEST command, when a test is running.
34 AT-9800 Series Switch To check how much CAM is installed, enter SHOW SWITCH For information on installing CAM, see “Restricted Procedures” on page 34. Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMMs) Synchronous DRAM for AT-9800 Series switches is provided by a single DIMM. Two memory sizes are supported, 128 MBytes and 256 MBytes. Only Allied Telesyn supplied DIMMS have been tested and approved for use with AT-9800 Series switches.
Hardware Reference 35 2. Unpack the CAM in an antistatic environment. Do not attempt to install any hardware without observing correct antistatic procedures. Failure to do so may damage the switch or CAM. If you are unsure what the correct procedures are, contact your authorised Allied Telesyn distributor or reseller. 3. If fitted, disconnect the switch’s redundant power supply. 4. Disconnect the mains power cord.
36 AT-9800 Series Switch Forcing a misaligned CAM will damage the CAM’s connector and CAM slot. Press the CAM firmly into place. Secure the CAM to the support pillars using the supplied screws. The CAM is now ready to test. Testing CAM To check that the switch has recognised the CAM, turn on the switch and enter the command: SHOW SWITCH to display system information, including the amount of CAM installed (see Figure 15 on page 36 and Figure 16 on page 37).
Hardware Reference 37 Figure 16: Example output from the SHOW SWITCH command for a 9800 Series switch with upgraded CAM. Switch Configuration -----------------------------------------------------------CAM size ( entries ) ....... 204800 Switch Address ............. 00-00-cd-05-01-0f Learning ................... ON Ageing Timer ............... ON Number of Fixed Ports ...... 16 Number of Uplink Ports ..... 0 Mirroring .................. DISABLED Mirror port ................ None Ports mirroring on Rx .....
38 AT-9800 Series Switch Before removing the switch’s lid, the power cord and, if connected, RPS power cord should be disconnected to reduce risk of electrical shock. 4. Remove all interface cables. 5. Remove the switch’s lid. The switch may need to be removed from any rack mounting system before its lid can be removed. Using a posidrive screwdriver, remove the 12 screws that secure the switch’s lid. There are 5 screws located in countersunk holes on each side of the lid, and 2 screws at the rear. 6.
Hardware Reference 39 Figure 17: AT-9800 Series DIMM slot. Compact Flash Battery CAM slot CAM mounts DIMM slot Switch chip CPU Correct CAM orientation Chamfers Ports 8. Align and insert the first DIMM. Holding a DIMM at an angle of about 30 degrees from horizontal, align the notches on its connector strips with the notches on an empty DIMM slot (see Figure 18 on page 39).
40 AT-9800 Series Switch After repeating the installation, use the SHOW SYSTEM command again, and if the display is still not correct, contact your authorised Allied Telesyn distributor or reseller. If you have any difficulty with the DIMM at any time, contact your authorised Allied Telesyn distributor or reseller and quote the serial numbers of both the base card on the switch and the DIMM. The switch’s serial numbers and revision details can be read using the SHOW SYSTEM command.
Hardware Reference 41 totally dedicated to their use. A detailed knowledge of the way the switch hardware functions is necessary if diagnostics are to be used effectively. The switch will not perform switching operations if diagnostics are running. This section is not intended as a guide to the diagnostics software. Diagnostics are designed to be run by service personnel only. For more information, contact your Authorised Allied Telesyn distributor or reseller. To enable diagnostics mode: 1.
42 AT-9800 Series Switch Figure 20: AT-9800 Series diagnostics banner page. * * * Diagnostic Mode * * * version 16-Mar-98 Main Menu: 0. Restart 1. Full RAM test 2. ROM checksum test 3. Full FLASH test 4. Totally Erase FLASH 5. Battery backed RAM test Enter selection ==> To run a diagnostic program, enter the corresponding letter or number (or key). There are several sub-menus to cover all the available options. Table 16 on page 42 lists the control keys for diagnostic operations.
