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CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Using This Guide ......................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Structure of This Guide................................................................ 1-1 1.3 Overview...................................................................................... 1-2 1.3.1 Connectivity .................................................................... 1-2 1.3.2 Management ...................................................................
Contents CHAPTER 5 LOCAL MANAGEMENT 5.1 Overview ......................................................................................5-1 5.2 Local Management Keyboard Conventions .................................5-2 5.3 Management Terminal Setup.......................................................5-3 5.3.1 Console Cable Connection..............................................5-3 5.3.2 Management Terminal Setup Parameters ......................5-5 5.3.3 Telnet Connections ................................
Contents 5.15 General Configuration Screen ................................................... 5-40 5.15.1 Setting the IP Address .................................................. 5-44 5.15.2 Setting the Subnet Mask............................................... 5-45 5.15.3 Setting the Default Gateway ......................................... 5-46 5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address ......................... 5-47 5.15.5 Setting the Module Date ............................................... 5-47 5.
Contents 5.26 Switch Statistics Screen.............................................................5-87 5.26.1 Using the Clear Counters Command ............................5-88 5.27 Interface Statistics Screen .........................................................5-89 5.27.1 Displaying Interface Statistics .......................................5-92 5.27.2 Using the Clear Counters Command ............................5-92 5.28 RMON Statistics Screen ........................................................
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6H122-16 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Module User’s Guide. This guide describes the 6H122-16 interface module and provides information concerning network requirements, installation, troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management. 1.1 USING THIS GUIDE Read through this guide completely to understand the 6H122-16 module features, capabilities, and Local Management functions. A general working knowledge of Fast Ethernet and IEEE 802.
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 5, Local Management, describes how to access Local Management and use the Local Management screens to manage the 6H122-16 module and 6C105 chassis. Appendix A, Specifications, contains information on functionality and operating specifications, connector pinouts, environmental requirements, and physical properties. Appendix B, Mode Switch Bank Settings, describes how to set the Mode Switches. 1.
Overview FAST ENET 6H122-16 Reset Button RESET COM Port System LED COM CPU 100 Mbs 1 2 3 4 5 6 Port Status LEDs 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1X 2X 3X 4X 5X 6X 7X 8X Network Ports 1-16 9X 10X 11X 12X 13X 14X 15X 16X 2361_01 Figure 1-1 6H122-16 User’s Guide The 6H122-16 1-3
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.3 Distributed Chassis Management From a management perspective, the 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis can be viewed as a single entity with a single IP address. Its management functions are distributed to all modules. This means a single module in the chassis, such as the 6H122-16, can be used to manage the entire chassis, and any other attached module through Local Management, SNMP, or Telnet applications. 1.3.4 Switching Options The 6H122-16 provides 802.1D switching, 802.
Overview 1.3.7 SmartTrunk SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Cabletron Systems’ terminology for load balancing or load sharing. SmartTrunk technology provides an easy-to-implement mechanism to group, or aggregate, multiple physical links together to scale the backbone bandwidth beyond the limitations of a single link. All links are user-configurable so administrators can scale the backbone bandwidth by adding SmartTrunk links.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.9 Port Redirect Function The port redirect function, also referred to as “Port Mirroring,” is a troubleshooting tool used to map traffic from a single source port or multiple source ports to a destination port(s) within the chassis. This feature functions at the bit level, which allows all packets, including those with errors, to be copied and sent to an analyzer or RMON probe.
Overview 1.3.12 Standards Compatibility The 6H122-16 is fully compliant with the IEEE 802.3u standard. The 6H122-16 provides IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA) support to enhance the overall reliability of the network and protect against “loop” conditions. The 6H122-16 supports a wide variety of industry standard MIBs including RFC 1213 (MIB II), RFC 1757 (RMON), RFC 1493 (Bridge MIB) and RFC 1354 (FIB MIB).
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: NOTE TIP ! Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance. Tip symbol. Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions. Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment. CAUTION Electrical Hazard Warning symbol.
Getting Help 1.5 GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center: World Wide Web http://www.cabletron.com/ Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@cabletron.com FTP ftp://ftp.cabletron.com/ anonymous your email address Login Password To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@cabletron.
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CHAPTER 2 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS Before installing the 6H122-16, review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the following: • SmartTrunk (Section 2.1) • 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.2) • 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.3) NOTE To ensure proper operation, use Category 5 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cabling that has an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms.
Chapter 2: Network Requirements 2.2 10BASE-T NETWORK When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to any of the 6H122-16 ports, ensure that the network meets the Ethernet network requirements of the IEEE 802.3 standard for 10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details. 2.3 100BASE-TX NETWORK The sixteen fixed ports of the 6H122-16 provide an RJ45 connection that supports Category 5 unshielded twisted pair cabling with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms.
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION Only qualified personnel should install the 6H122-16. This chapter covers the following items: • Unpacking the 6H122-16 (Section 3.1) • Installing the 6H122-16 into the 6C105 chassis (Section 3.2) • Connecting to the network (Section 3.3) • Completing the installation (Section 3.4) 3.1 UNPACKING THE 6H122-16 1. Open the box and remove the packing material protecting the module. 2. Verify the contents of the carton as listed in Table 3-1.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.2 INSTALLING THE 6H122-16 INTO THE 6C105 CHASSIS ! CAUTION ! CAUTION Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause damage to the 6H122-16. Follow static safety handling rules and properly wear the antistatic wrist strap provided with the 6C105 chassis. Do not cut the non-conductive bag to remove the module. Damage could result from sharp objects contacting the board or components. The 6H122-16 can be installed in any of the 5 slots that are available.
Installing the 6H122-16 into the 6C105 Chassis ! CAUTION To prevent damaging the backplane connectors in the following step, take care that the module slides in straight and properly engages the backplane connectors. 6. Locate the card guides that line up with the number of the slot in which the module will be installed.
Chapter 3: Installation Slot Number Plastic Locking Tab Backplane Connector 1 2 3 4 5 PS1 PS2 FAST ENET 6E122-16 RESET COM CPU 100 Mbs 1 2 100 Mbs 3 1 4 2 5 3 6 7 4 8 5 9 6 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1X 2X 3X 4X 5X 6X 7X 8X 9X 10X 11X 12X 13X 14X 15X 16X 2159-01 Metal Back-Panel Circuit Card Card Guides Plastic Locking Tab 2361-02 Figure 3-1 3-4 Installing an Interface Module 6H122-16 User’s Guide
Connecting to the Network 3.3 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting twisted pair segments from the network or other devices to the 6H122-16. NOTE If the device is being installed in a network using SmartTrunking, there are rules concerning the cable connections and port connections that must be followed for SmartTrunking to operate properly. Before connecting the cables, refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for the configuration information.
Chapter 3: Installation . RX (Receive) LED Column 100 Mbs 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1X 2X 3X Figure 3-2 6H122-16 Twisted Pair Connection 3. Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX LED is ON (flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RX LED is OFF and the TX LED is not blinking amber, perform the following steps until it is on: a. Verify that the device at the other end of the twisted pair segment is ON and connected to the segment. b.
Connecting to the Network TO SmartSwitch RJ45 Port NOTE: RX+/RX– and TX+/TX– must share a common color pair. TO 10BASE-T Device Port RX+ 1 1 RX+ RX– 2 2 RX– TX+ 3 3 TX+ TX– 6 6 TX– RJ45 to RJ45 2159_04 Figure 3-3 Cable Pinouts - (RJ45) Crossover Cable TO SmartSwitch RJ45 Port NOTE: RX+/RX– and TX+/TX– must share a common color pair.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.4 COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION After installing the 6H122-16, the module is now ready to be set up through Local Management. Refer to Chapter 5 to configure the module and 6C105 chassis.
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information concerning the following: • Using the LANVIEW diagnostic and status monitoring system • Troubleshooting network and module operational problems • Using the RESET button 4.1 USING LANVIEW The 6H122-16 uses Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW. The LANVIEW LEDs (Figure 4-1) allow quick observation of the network status to aid in the diagnosing of network problems.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting FAST ENET 6H122-16 RESET COM CPU LED CPU 100 Mbs 1 10/100 Mbps Operation 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1X 2X 3X Receive (RX) Transmit (TX) 4X 5X 6X 7X 8X 9X 10X 11X 12X 13X 14X 15X 16X 2361_07 Figure 4-1 4-2 LANVIEW LEDs 6H122-16 User’s Guide
Using LANVIEW Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs LED Color State Recommended Action CPU Off Power off. Power up chassis. Red Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred. Contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Solid. Resetting, None. normal power up reset. Amber RX Blinking. Crippled. Contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Solid. Testing. None. Green Solid. Functional. None. Amber and Green Booting. Blinks amber and green while booting. None. Off No link.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (Continued) LED Color State Recommended Action TX Off Port enabled, and no activity. None. Green Flashing. Indicates activity. Rate indicates data rate. None. Amber Blinking. Port in standby, link. Port may be disabled due to Spanning Tree. 1. Ensure that the port is not disabled (unless desired). 2. Check network design; eliminate any unnecessary loops. 3. If still not working, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Red Flashing.
Troubleshooting Checklist 4.2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If the 6H122-16 is not working properly, refer to Table 4-3 for a checklist of possible problems, causes, and recommended actions to resolve the problem. Table 4-3 Troubleshooting Checklist Problem Possible Cause Recommended Action All LEDs are OFF. Loss of Power to the 6C105 chassis. Check the proper connection of the power cable and its access to a live outlet. The 6H122-16 not properly installed. Check the installation.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Table 4-3 Troubleshooting Checklist (Continued) Problem Possible Cause Recommended Action Port(s) goes into standby for no apparent reason. The 6H122-16 detects a looped condition. 1. Review network design and delete unnecessary loops. 2. Call the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center if problem continues. User parameters (IP address, Device and Module name, etc.) are lost when the 6H122-16 is powered down or the front panel RESET button is pressed. 4-6 1.
Using the RESET Button 4.3 USING THE RESET BUTTON The RESET button, located near the upper plastic locking tab of the module (see Figure 4-2), resets the 6H122-16 processor without affecting the NVRAM. ! CAUTION Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current switching being performed by the module is halted. A module downtime of up to two minutes will result from this action.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-8 6H122-16 User’s Guide
CHAPTER 5 LOCAL MANAGEMENT This chapter explains how to set up a management terminal to access 6H122-16 Local Management. It also explains how to use the Local Management screens and commands. 5.1 OVERVIEW Local Management for the 6H122-16 consists of a series of management screens that allows management of the module, the attached segments, and the 6C105 chassis.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.2 LOCAL MANAGEMENT KEYBOARD CONVENTIONS All key names appear as capital letters in this manual. Table 5-1 explains the keyboard conventions and the key functions that are used. Table 5-1 Keyboard Conventions Key Function ENTER Key RETURN Key These are selection keys that perform the same Local Management function. For example, “Press ENTER” means that you can press either ENTER or RETURN, unless this manual specifically instructs you otherwise.
Management Terminal Setup 5.3 MANAGEMENT TERMINAL SETUP Use one of the following systems to access Local Management: • An IBM or compatible PC running a VT series emulation software package • A Digital Equipment Corporation VT100 type terminal • A VT type terminal running emulation programs for the Digital Equipment Corporation VT100 series • A remote VT100 type terminal via a modem connection • In-band via a Telnet connection 5.3.
Chapter 5: Local Management RJ45 COM Port FAST ENET 6H122-16 1 2 3 4 5 PS1 PS2 ETHERNET 6E122-16 RESET RESET COM CPU 100 Mbs 1 COM 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CPU 9 10 11 100 Mbs 12 13 14 15 16 1X 2X 3X 4X 5X 6X 7X 1 2 3 4 5 8X 9X 10X 11X 12X 13X 6 7 8 14X 15X 16X UTP Cable with RJ45 Connectors RJ45-to-DB9 PC Adapter to PC PC 2361_10 Figure 5-1 5-4 Management Terminal Connection 6H122-16 User’s Guide
Management Terminal Setup 5.3.2 Management Terminal Setup Parameters Table 5-2 lists the setup parameters for the local management terminal.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.3.3 Telnet Connections Once the module or chassis has a valid IP address, the user can establish a Telnet session with Local Management from any TCP/IP based node on the network. Telnet connections to the 6H122-16 require the community name passwords assigned at the SNMP Community Names screen of either the 6C105 chassis, or the module. For additional information about community names, refer to Section 5.8.
Management Terminal Setup RJ45 COM Port FAST ENET 6H122-16 1 2 3 4 5 PS1 PS2 ETHERNET 6E122-16 RESET RESET COM CPU COM 100 Mbs 1 2 3 4 CPU 5 6 100 Mbs 1X 1 2X 3X 2 4X 5X 3 6X 4 7X 8X 5 9X 6 10X 11X 7 12X 13X 8 14X 15X 16X UTP Cable with RJ45 Connectors RJ45-to-DB9 PC Adapter DB9 Port UPS Device 2361_11 Figure 5-2 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Connection 6H122-16 User’s Guide 5-7
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.4 ACCESSING LOCAL MANAGEMENT Access to Local Management is controlled through the Password screen, Figure 5-3. Whenever a connection is made to the 6H122-16 the Password screen displays. Before continuing, the user must enter a password which is compared to the previously stored passwords. The level of access allowed the user depends on the password. To set or change passwords refer to Section 5.8. The following steps describe the procedure to access Local Management. 1.
Accessing Local Management NOTE The User’s password is one of the community names specified in the SNMP Community Names screen. Access to certain Local Management capabilities depends on the degree of access given to the specific community name. Refer to Section 5.8. If an invalid password is entered, the terminal beeps and the cursor returns to the beginning of the password entry field.
Chapter 5: Local Management Chassis Menu Chassis Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Port Redirect Password Module Configuration Menu Main Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Switch Configuration Ethernet Interface Configuration Module Menu SmartTrunk Configuration Module Specific Configuration System Resources Switch Statistics Interface Statistics Port Redirect Function RMON Statistics Broadcast Suppression Flash Download Module Statistics
Accessing Local Management Chassis Configuration Chassis Menu SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Port Redirect Note: Chassis Management is not allowed in SecureFast Mode. Password Module Configuration Menu Main Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Ethernet Interface Configuration Module Specific Configuration Module Menu System Resources Flash Download Module Statistics Menu Interface Statistics Port Redirect RMON Statistics Network Tools Figure 5-6 5.
Chapter 5: Local Management Using the Return Command 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the RETURN command at the bottom of the Local Management screen. 2. Press ENTER. The previous screen in the Local Management hierarchy displays. NOTE The user can also exit Local Management screens by pressing ESC twice. This exit method does not warn about unsaved changes and all unsaved changes will be lost. 3.
The Main Menu Screen 5.5 THE MAIN MENU SCREEN The Main Menu screen is the access point for all Local Management screens for the module and the 6C105 chassis. Figure 5-7 shows the Main Menu screen.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.6 CHASSIS MENU SCREEN The Chassis Menu screen, Figure 5-8, provides access to Local Management screens that allow you to configure and monitor operating parameters, modify SNMP community names, set SNMP traps, monitor the 6C105 environmental status, and perform port redirect functions. To access the Chassis Configuration screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS menu item and press ENTER. The Chassis Configuration screen displays.
Chassis Menu Screen SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES The SNMP Community Names screen allows the user to enter new, change, or review the community names used as access passwords for device management operation. Access is limited based on the password level of the user. For details, refer to Section 5.8. SNMP TRAPS The SNMP Traps screen provides display and configuration access to the table of IP addresses used for trap destinations and associated community names. For details, refer to Section 5.9.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.7 CHASSIS CONFIGURATION SCREEN The Chassis Configuration screen, Figure 5-9, allows the user to set the chassis date and time, IP address and Subnet Mask, the operational mode of all modules installed in the chassis, and to view the chassis uptime. To access the Chassis Configuration screen from the Chassis Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The Chassis Configuration screen, Figure 5-9, displays.
Chassis Configuration Screen Subnet Mask (Modifiable) NOTE When a valid IP address is assigned, the Subnet Mask field automatically enters the default mask that corresponds with class of IP entered in the IP Address field. Some firmware revisions do support changing the chassis subnet mask from the default value. Refer to your Release Notes to ensure that the Subnet Mask is a modifiable field. Displays the subnet mask for the chassis.
Chapter 5: Local Management Chassis Uptime (Read-Only) Displays the total time the chassis has been operating. The chassis uptime is based on which interface module installed in the chassis has been operating for the longest period of time. Operational Mode (Toggle) This field allows the user to set all the modules in the chassis to operate as traditional switches (802.1D SWITCHING option), or as IEEE 802.1Q switches (802.1Q SWITCHING option). In 802.
Chassis Configuration Screen 5.7.2 Setting the Subnet Mask If the management workstation that is to receive SNMP traps from the 6C105 is located on a separate subnet, the subnet mask for the 6C105 must be changed from its default. NOTE When a valid IP address is assigned, the Subnet Mask field automatically enters the default mask that corresponds with class of IP entered in the IP Address field. Some firmware revisions do support changing the chassis subnet mask from the default value.
Chapter 5: Local Management 3. Press ENTER to set the system calendar to the date in the input field. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. If the date entered is a valid format, the Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Chassis Date field with the previous value. NOTE 5.7.
Chassis Configuration Screen 5.7.5 Entering a New Screen Refresh Time The screen refresh time is set from 3 to 99 seconds with a default of 3 seconds. To set a new screen refresh time, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Refresh Time field. 2. Enter a number from 3 to 99. 3. Press ENTER to set the refresh time to the time entered in the input field. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.7.7 Setting the Operational Mode To set the Operational Mode, proceed as follows: 1. Use arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field. 2. Press the SPACE bar to step to the appropriate operation mode (802.1D SWITCHING or 802.1Q SWITCHING). 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER.
Chassis Configuration Screen NOTE If the 6H122-16 has been set to 802.1Q SWITCHING, refer to your Port Based VLAN User’s Guide to configure the devices for this type of operation. The Operational Mode field in the Chassis Configuration screen does not support the SECURE FAST VLAN operational mode. For the modules to function as SecureFast switches, they must have unique IP addresses, and be configured to act as Standalone devices in terms of Local Management via the 6C105 chassis. Section 5.15.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.8 SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SCREEN The SNMP Community Names menu item allows the user to set Local Management community names. Community names act as passwords to Local/Remote Management and provide security access to the 6C105. Access to the 6C105 is controlled by enacting any of three different levels of security authorization (read-only, read-write, and super-user).
SNMP Community Names Screen The following explains each SNMP Community Names screen field: Community Name (Modifiable) Displays the user-defined name through which a user accesses 6C105 management. Any community name assigned here acts as a password to Local/Remote Management. Access Policy (Read-Only) Indicates the access accorded each community name.
Chapter 5: Local Management NOTE All passwords assigned in the 6C105 SNMP Community Names screen allow access to both the 6C105 Local Management screens, and the Local Management screens of the interface modules that are installed in the chassis. To configure the interface module to disallow access to the 6C105 Local Management screens, refer to Section 5.16. To establish community names, proceed as follows: 1.
SNMP Traps Screen Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Chassis SNMP Traps Trap Destination Trap Community Name Enable Traps 0.0.0.0 public [NO] 0.0.0.0 public [NO] 0.0.0.0 public [NO] 0.0.0.0 public [NO] 0.0.0.0 public [NO] 0.0.0.0 public [NO] 0.0.0.0 public [NO] 0.0.0.0 public [NO] EXIT SAVE Figure 5-12 RETURN Chassis SNMP Traps Screen The following explains each field of the SNMP Traps screen.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.9.1 Configuring the Trap Table To configure the Trap table, proceed as follows: 1. Using the arrow keys, highlight the appropriate Trap Destination field. 2. Enter the IP Address of the workstation that is to receive traps. IP address entries must follow the DDN format. For example: 134.141.79.121 3. Press ENTER. If an invalid entry is entered “INVALID IP ENTERED” is displayed in the Event Message Line. 4. Using the arrow keys, highlight the Trap Community Name field.
Chassis Environmental Screen 5.10 CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCREEN The Chassis Environmental menu item allows the user to view chassis environmental information. To access the Chassis Environmental Information screen from the Chassis Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL menu item and press ENTER. The Chassis Environmental Information screen, Figure 5-13, displays.
Chapter 5: Local Management Chassis Fan Status (Read-Only) Displays the current status of the 6C105 fan tray. This field will read either “Normal” (fan tray is operating properly), “Fault” (fan tray is defective), or “Not Installed” (no fan tray installed-not a valid operating mode, see caution). ! CAUTION 5.11 NOTE Operating a chassis without a fan tray installed may cause the chassis or installed modules to overheat and become a fire hazard.
Port Redirect Function Screen To access the Port Redirect Function screen from the Chassis Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION menu item and press ENTER. The Port Redirect Function screen, Figure 5-14, displays.
Chapter 5: Local Management Remap Errors (Read-only) Displays whether the corresponding source modules and ports are configured to send errored frames to the destination modules and ports, or to drop all errored frames before forwarding traffic. Source Module [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected module [n] to be configured as a source module. Source Port [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a source port.
Port Redirect Function Screen 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Source Port field. 4. Press the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE one or more times to increment or decrement the port number displayed in the brackets [n] until the appropriate port number is displayed. 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Module field. 6. Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step to the appropriate module number for the destination module. 7. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Port field. 8.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.12 MODULE SELECTION SCREEN The Module Selection screen is the access point to Local Management for all modules installed in the SmartSwitch 6000 chassis. By selecting a module, the Module Menu for the selected device displays. Figure 5-15 shows the Module Selection screen. To access the Module Selection screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the MODULES menu item from the Main Menu screen and press ENTER. The Module Selection screen displays.
Module Selection Screen MODULE Name (Read-only) The Module Type field displays the type of interface module that is installed in each slot. Serial # (Read-only) Indicates the serial number of the module. The serial number is necessary when calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center concerning an issue with the device. Hardware Revision (Read-only) Reflects the hardware version of the module. 5.12.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.13 MODULE MENU SCREEN The Module Menu screen is the access point for all Local Management screens for the 6H122-16. Figure 5-16 shows the 6H122-16 Module Menu screen. 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Menu Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Module Configuration Menu Screen MODULE STATISTICS The Module Statistics screen provides statistics and performance information for the 6H122-16. For details about this screen, refer to Section 5.25. NETWORK TOOLS The Network Tools function resides on the 6H122-16 and consists of a series of commands that allow the user to access and manage network devices. Section 5.29 explains how to use the Network Tools utility. 5.
Chapter 5: Local Management 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Configuration Menu Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Module Configuration Menu Screen SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION The SmartTrunk Configuration screen allows the user to logically group interfaces together to create a greater bandwidth uplink. Refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for additional information. ETHERNET INTERFACE CONFIGURATION The Ethernet Interface Configuration screen indicates the link status, current and desired operational mode, and advertised ability for ports 1 through 16 on the 6H122-16. For details, refer to Section 5.19.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15 GENERAL CONFIGURATION SCREEN The General Configuration screen, Figure 5-18, allows the user to set the system date and time, IP address and subnet mask, the default gateway, the TFTP Gateway IP address, the Operational Mode, the Management Mode, and the COM port configuration. The General Configuration screen also allows the user to Clear NVRAM, and enable or disable IP Fragmentation.
General Configuration Screen IP Address (Modifiable) This field allows the IP address to be set for the 6H122-16. To set the IP address, refer to Section 5.15.1. NOTE The IP Address can also be set through Runtime IP Address Discovery as previously described in Section 1.3.8. Subnet Mask (Modifiable) Displays the subnet mask for the module.
Chapter 5: Local Management Screen Lockout Time (Modifiable) Contains the maximum number of minutes that the Local Management application displays a module’s screen while awaiting input or action from a user. For example, if the number 5 is entered in this field, the user has up to five minutes to respond to each of the specified module’s Local Management screens.
General Configuration Screen NOTE When using the IP address of the module to establish a remote connection (such as a Telnet or SNMP connection), the chassis LM screens will not be available. To access the chassis LM screens, the IP address of the chassis must be used to establish the connection. In STAND ALONE mode, the module is isolated from the chassis configuration screens, and the module may not be accessed from a module that is in DISTRIBUTED mode.
Chapter 5: Local Management IP Fragmentation (Toggle) This field allows the user to enable or disable IP fragmentation. The default setting for this field is ENABLED. If the 6H122-16 will be bridged to an FDDI ring, IP Fragmentation should be enabled. If IP Fragmentation is disabled, all FDDI frames that exceed the maximum Ethernet frame size will be discarded. For details on enabling or disabling IP Fragmentation refer to Section 5.15.14. 5.15.
General Configuration Screen WARNING! YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE? NO YES 174252 Figure 5-19 Configuration Warning Screen 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command. Press ENTER. The changes are saved and the module reboots. 5.15.
Chapter 5: Local Management WARNING! YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE? NO YES 174252 Figure 5-20 Configuration Warning Screen 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER. The changes are saved and the module reboots. 5.15.3 Setting the Default Gateway If the SNMP management station is located on a different IP subnet than the 6H122-16, a default gateway must be specified.
General Configuration Screen 5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address If the network TFTP server is located on a different IP subnet than the 6H122-16, a Gateway IP address should be specified. To set the TFTP Gateway IP address, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Address field. 2. Enter the IP address of the TFTP gateway using the DDN format. For example: 134.141.80.122 3. Press ENTER.
Chapter 5: Local Management 3. Press ENTER to set the system calendar to the date in the input field. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. If the date entered is a valid format, the Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Module Date field with the previous value. 5.15.
General Configuration Screen 5.15.7 Entering a New Screen Refresh Time The screen refresh time is set from 3 to 99 seconds with a default of 3 seconds. To set a new screen refresh time, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Refresh Time field. 2. Enter a number from 3 to 99. 3. Press ENTER to set the refresh time to the time entered in the input field. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.9 Setting the Operational Mode ! Before setting the operational mode, ensure that the items contained in this caution are fully understood. CAUTION If the module will be configured to operate as a SecureFast switch the following procedures should be performed before setting the operational mode: The module must be assigned a unique IP address. If the module will be a SecureFast switch, distributed management is not allowed.
General Configuration Screen WARNING! YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE? YES NO 174252 Figure 5-21 Configuration Warning Screen 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER. The changes are saved and the module reboots. Upon saving the new operational mode, the module will reboot. NOTE If the 6H122-16 has been set to 802.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.10 Setting the Management Mode To set the management mode, perform the following steps: NOTE Upon saving the new Management Mode, the module will reboot. If the module will be set to STANDALONE, ensure the following procedures have been completed: The module has been assigned a unique IP address. The module has been assigned SNMP community names from the module SNMP Community Names screen (Section 5.16).
General Configuration Screen 5.15.11 Configuring the COM Port ! CAUTION Before altering the COM port settings, ensure that a valid IP address is set for the module or chassis. (Refer to Section 5.15.1, Setting the IP Address). Read this entire COM port configuration section before changing the settings of the COM port. The 6H122-16 COM port supports the following applications: NOTE Refer to the Release Notes included with the 6H122-16 to verify which COM Port applications are currently supported.
Chapter 5: Local Management WARNING! THE COM PORT HAS BEEN RECONFIGURED AND THERE IS NO IP ADDRESS SET FOR THIS DEVICE. YOU WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE TO MANAGE THIS BOARD. DO YOU STILL WISH TO RECONFIGURE THIS COM PORT? YES NO 174252 Figure 5-23 NOTE COM Port Warning Screen If the 6C105 chassis has been configured with a valid IP address this screen will not appear. When the chassis is assigned a valid IP address all the interface modules installed share this same address. 3.
General Configuration Screen 5.15.12 Changing the Com Port Application After enabling the COM port as described in Section 5.15.11, you can select one of the applications supported by the COM port: LM, and UPS. The default application is LM. To change the COM port application: 1. Use the arrows keys to highlight the Application field. 2. Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step through the available settings until the operation you require appears.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.13 Clearing NVRAM ! CAUTION Clearing NVRAM will result in the loss of all user-entered parameters. Do not proceed unless this procedure is completely understood. Clearing NVRAM allows the user to clear all user-entered parameters, such as IP address and Community Names from NVRAM. Clear NVRAM as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Clear NVRAM field. 2. Use the SPACE bar to toggle the field to YES. 3.
SNMP Community Names Screen 5.15.14 Enabling/Disabling IP Fragmentation To enable or disable IP fragmentation, proceed as follows: ! CAUTION If the 6H122-16 is being bridged to an FDDI ring IP Fragmentation should be enabled. If IP Fragmentation is disabled, all FDDI frames that exceed the maximum Ethernet frame size will be discarded. 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Fragmentation field. 2. Press the SPACE bar to choose either ENABLED or DISABLED. 3.
Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT SNMP Community Names Firmware Revision: Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
SNMP Community Names Screen super-user This community name permits read-write access to the 6H122-16 MIB objects and allows the user to change all modifiable parameters including community names, IP addresses, traps, and SNMP objects. 5.16.1 Establishing Community Names The password used to access Local Management at the Password Screen must have Super-User access in order to view and edit the SNMP Community Names screen.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.17 SNMP TRAPS SCREEN Since the 6H122-16 is an SNMP compliant device, it can send messages to multiple Network Management Stations to alert users of status changes. The SNMP Traps screen is shown in Figure 5-26. NOTE It is only necessary to assign SNMP traps if the user desires the traps to be sent to different addresses than those assigned in Section 5.8 which details how to set SNMP Traps for the 6C105 chassis.
SNMP Traps Screen Trap Community Name (Modifiable) Displays the Community Name included in the trap message sent to the Network Management Station with the associated IP address. Enable Traps (Toggle) Enables transmission of the traps to the network management station with the associated IP address. This field toggles between YES and NO. 5.17.1 Configuring the Trap Table To configure the Trap Table, proceed as follows: 1. Using the arrow keys, highlight the appropriate Trap Destination field. 2.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.18 SWITCH CONFIGURATION SCREEN The Switch Configuration screen, Figure 5-27, provides the basic setup options to modify switch operations in your network. The Switch Configuration screen will not be available if the operational mode of the module has been set to SECURE FAST VLAN. This screen may only be used by modules configured to operate as 802.1D or 802.1Q switches.
Switch Configuration Screen NOTE Ports 17 through 20 represent the backplane connections that the 6H122-16 has with the 6C105 chassis. The module has a direct connection to every other slot in the chassis. The following describe each field of the Switch Configuration screen: Switch Address (Read-Only) Displays the base MAC address of the switch. Number of Ports (Read-Only) Displays the total number of switched ports on the module.
Chapter 5: Local Management Learning: The switch is learning the network address of this interface. The switch enters the learning state when the Transparent Database is created (during start-up or after being deleted), or when the Spanning Tree Algorithm detects a network topology change. Forwarding: The switch is on line and this interface is forwarding traffic. Blocking: This interface will not forward any traffic through the switch because a loop condition has been detected by the STA.
Switch Configuration Screen 5.18.2 Setting the Age Time To set the Age Time, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Age Time field. 2. Enter the desired Age Time in increments of 10. The available Age Time range is 10 to 1,000,000 seconds with the default value being 300 seconds. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen. 4. Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” is displayed. 5.18.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.19 ETHERNET INTERFACE CONFIGURATION To access the Ethernet Interface Configuration screen from the Module Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the ETHERNET INTERFACE CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The Ethernet Interface Configuration screen displays. Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Ethernet Interface Configuration Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Port Num Port Type Link Status Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.
Ethernet Interface Configuration The following section briefly explains each field of the Ethernet Interface Configuration screen: Port Num (Read-Only) Displays the number of the front panel interface. Port Type (Read-Only) Displays the name of the interface installed in ports 1 through 16. All ports are identified as FE-100TX. Link Status (Read-Only) Indicates whether or not there is a physical connection from a particular port to another 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, or 100BASE-TXFD device.
Chapter 5: Local Management Advertised Ability (Selectable) During auto-negotiation, the port “tells” the device at the other end of the segment what its capabilities are. The capabilities of a port are 10BASE-T, 10BASE-TFD (full duplex mode), 100BASE-TX and 100BASE-TXFD (full duplex mode, ports 15 and 16 only). In normal operation, with all capabilities enabled, the port “advertises” that it has the ability to operate in any mode.
Ethernet Interface Configuration 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays and Local Management saves the changes to memory. The selected mode is displayed in both the Desired Operational Mode field and the Current Operational Mode field. 5.19.3 Setting the Advertised Ability During normal operation, ports 1 through 16 auto-negotiate to the highest speed possible.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.20 MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN The Module Specific Configuration menu screen, Figure 5-29, allows the user to select one of up to five screens to configure ports or check system resources specific to the 6H122-16. NOTE The BROADCAST SUPPRESSION menu item on the Module Specific Configuration menu screen may not display if the operational mode of the module has been set to SECURE FAST VLAN.
Module Specific Configuration Menu Screen 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Specific Configuration Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Chapter 5: Local Management FLASH DOWNLOAD The FLASH Download screen allows the user to force the 6H122-16 to download a new image file to FLASH memory from a TFTP server. For details, refer to Section 5.22. PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION The Port Redirect Function screen allows the user to redirect traffic from one or more ports on the module to a specific destination port on the module. For details, refer to Section 5.23.
System Resources Screen Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT System Resources Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Chapter 5: Local Management Current Switch Utilization (Read-only) Shows how much (percentage of capacity) the 6H122-16 is currently being used. Peak Switch Utilization (Read-only) Shows the peak percentage of maximum switching capacity, since last reset. Reset Peak Switch Utilization (Toggle) Allows the user to reset the Peak Switch Utilization field. The switch may be set to either YES or NO as described in Section 5.21.1. YES resets the Peak Switch Utilization field to the current system traffic. 5.
Flash Download Screen To access the Flash Download screen from the Module Specific Configuration screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the FLASH DOWNLOAD menu item and press ENTER. The Flash Download screen displays. TFTP DOWNLOAD. WILL COMMIT TO FLASH. REBOOT IN PROGRESS... 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Flash Download Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Download Method: [TFTP] Reboot After Download: [YES] TFTP Gateway IP Addr: XXX.XXX.XXX.
Chapter 5: Local Management Section 5.22.2 describes how to download using RUNTIME. Section 5.22.3 describes how to download using BootP. Reboot After Download (Modifiable when RUNTIME is chosen only) This field notifies the user that the 6H122-16 will reboot after the download is complete. If a RUNTIME Download is performed, this field toggles between YES and NO. If YES is selected, the module reboots after the download is completed.
Flash Download Screen 2. Use the SPACE bar to select TFTP. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field. 4. Set the IP address of the TFTP gateway server (this defaults to the same IP address as that set in the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field on the General Configuration screen). 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Server IP field. 6. Enter the IP address of the TFTP server using the DDN format. For example: 134.141.79.121 7.
Chapter 5: Local Management 7. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Server IP field. 8. Enter the IP address of the TFTP server using the DDN format. For example: 134.141.79.121 9. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download File Name field. 10. Enter the complete pathway and file name of the image stored on the download server. For example: /tftpboot/6H122.fls 11. Use the arrow keys to highlight EXECUTE at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. The message “RUNTIME DOWNLOAD.
Port Redirect Function Screen 5.23 NOTE PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION SCREEN The Port Redirect Function screen may not be available depending on the operational mode that has been set for the module. Refer to your Release Notes to see what operational modes support the Port Redirect Function. Refer to Section 5.15.9 for instructions on configuring the operational mode of the module.
Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Port Redirect Function Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Port Redirect Function Screen Errors (Toggle) Allows the user to configure the source ports to either send errored frames to selected destination ports (ON option), or to drop errored frames, and send only valid traffic to the destination ports (OFF option). The default setting of this field is ON. Status (Toggle) Allows you to add or delete the source and destination ports selected in the Source Port [n] and Destination Port [n] fields.
Chapter 5: Local Management 7. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Status field. 8. Use the SPACE bar to select either the ADD or DEL (delete) option. Press ENTER. This adds or deletes the port selections made in steps 2 and 4 and also updates the screen Source Port and Destination Port list. NOTE If more than one port is to be redirected, repeat steps 1 through 8 for each additional setting, then go to step 9 to save all the new settings at once. 9.
Broadcast Suppression Screen Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Broadcast Suppression Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Chapter 5: Local Management Time Since Peak (Read-Only) Displays the time since peak broadcast frames received. Threshold (Modifiable) Allows the user to set the desired limit of receive broadcast frames that will be forwarded per port per second. Reset Peak (Toggle) Allows the user to reset the peak rate. Resetting the Peak Rate also resets the Time Since Peak field. The Reset Peak field toggles between YES and NO.
Module Statistics Menu Screen 3. Use the arrows keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen. 4. Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” is displayed, and the Reset Peak Switch counter is reset to zero. 5.
Chapter 5: Local Management 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Statistics Menu Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX SWITCH STATISTICS INTERFACE STATISTICS RMON STATISTICS EXIT RETURN 2361_27 Figure 5-34 Module Statistics Menu Screen The Module Statistics Menu screen displays the following menu items: SWITCH STATISTICS The Switch Statistics screen lists the number of frames received, transmitted, filtered, and forwarded by each interface.
Switch Statistics Screen 5.26 SWITCH STATISTICS SCREEN The Switch Statistics screen, Figure 5-35, lists the number of frames received, transmitted, filtered, and forwarded by each interface, including backplane interfaces. NOTES The Switch Statistics screen will not be available if the operational mode of the module has been set to SECURE FAST VLAN. This screen may only be used by modules configured to operate as 802.1D or 802.1Q switches.
Chapter 5: Local Management The Switch Statistics screen displays the following items: Port # (Read-Only) Identifies the interface or port number. Frames Rcvd (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames received by the interface. Frames Txmtd (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames transmitted by the interface. Frames Fltrd (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames filtered by the interface. Frames Frwded (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames forwarded by the interface.
Interface Statistics Screen 5.27 INTERFACE STATISTICS SCREEN The Interface Statistics screen is used to gather MIB-II statistics for all of the 6H122-16 interfaces (ports 1 through 16 and all backplane interfaces). To access the Interface Statistics screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the INTERFACE STATISTICS menu item on the Module Statistics Menu screen and press ENTER. The Interface Statistics screen, Figure 5-36, displays.
Chapter 5: Local Management Name (Read-only) The Name field displays the type of interface for which statistics are being displayed. InOctets (Read-only) This field displays the total number of octets (bytes) that have been received on the interface. This includes all octets from bad frames, and framing characters. InUnicast (Read-only) The InUnicast field displays the total number of frames that have been received that were sent to a single address.
Interface Statistics Screen OutNonUnicast (Read-only) This field displays the total number of frames transmitted to a broadcast or multicast address. OutDiscards (Read-only) The OutDiscards field displays the total number of outbound frames that were discarded, even though the frames contained no errors. This field may increment because the switch needed to free up buffer space, or because the switch was being overutilized.
Chapter 5: Local Management Link Status (Read-only) This field displays the current link status of the interface. This field will read either “LINK” or “NO LINK”. Duplex Mode (Read-only) This field indicates whether the interface is operating in normal or full duplex mode. This field will read either “STANDARD” or “FULL DUPLEX”. Interface [nn] (Command) This command is used to enter an interface number for viewing statistics. For instructions on how to use this command, refer to Section 5.27.1.
RMON Statistics Screen 5.28 RMON STATISTICS SCREEN RMON statistics for each interface, on a interface-by-interface basis, are viewed through the RMON Statistics screen shown in Figure 5-37. To access the RMON Statistics screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the RMON STATISTICS menu item on the Module Statistics Menu screen and press ENTER. The RMON Statistics screen displays. Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT RMON Statistics Module Type: 6H122-16 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.
Chapter 5: Local Management Data Source (Read-only) This field displays the source of the statistics data that is currently being displayed on the screen. Figure 5-37 shows that the data source for this RMON index is Interface XX by displaying the name IfIndex.XX. If the screen was displaying RMON statistics for Interface 1 (port 1), the name displayed would be IfIndex.1. Owner (Read-only) This field displays the name of the entity that configured this entry.
RMON Statistics Screen Undersized Pkts (Read-only) The Undersized Pkts field displays the number of frames received whose size was less than the minimum Ethernet frame size of 64 bytes, not including preamble, but have a valid CRC. Oversized Pkts (Read-only) The Oversized Pkts field displays the number of frames received whose size exceeded 1518 data bytes, not including preamble, but have a valid CRC. Fragments (Read-only) The total number of undersized frames with a bad CRC.
Chapter 5: Local Management 128 - 255 Octets (Read-only) Displays the total number of frames, including bad frames, received that were between 128 and 255 bytes in length (excluding framing bits, but including CRC bytes). 256 - 511 Octets (Read-only) Displays the total number of frames, including bad frames, received that were between 256 and 511 bytes in length (excluding framing bits, but including CRC bytes).
RMON Statistics Screen 5.28.1 Displaying RMON Statistics To display the statistics for any index, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Index [nn] field at the bottom of the screen. 2. Press the SPACE bar to increment (or press the DEL [delete] key to decrement) the index number. 3. Press ENTER (neither the RMON Index field nor the statistics will change until ENTER is pressed). 5.28.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.29 NETWORK TOOLS The Network Tools function resides on the 6H122-16 and allows the user to access and manage network devices. To access the Network Tools screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the NETWORK TOOLS menu item in the Module Menu screen and press ENTER. The Network Tools screen displays. Type help at the prompt to list all the commands that are available for the module in the current operational mode. See Figure 5-38.
Network Tools The Network Tools functions are performed using a series of commands. Entering commands in Network Tools involves typing the command to be executed at the Network Tools prompt, adding any desired or required extensions, and pressing ENTER. There are two categories of commands in the command set. • Built-in Commands – Allow the user to access and manage network devices. The commands are arp, bridge, defroute, netstat, ping, reset, show, traceroute, soft_reset, telnet, and link_trap.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.29.1 Built-in Commands The built-in commands listed in this section activate functions on the managed device or devices being accessed through Network Tools. arp: Syntax: arp [options] Description: The arp command provides access to the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) cache, enabling you to view cache data, delete entries, or add a static route. Super-User access is required to delete an entry or add a static route.
Network Tools Example: -> arp -a # Interface # (SonicInt) # (SonicInt) # (SonicInt) # (SonicInt) Network Address 122.144.40.111 122.144.48.109 122.144.52.68 122.144.21.43 Physical Address 00.00.0e.12.3c.04 00.00.0e.f3.3d.14 00.00.0e.12.3c.04 00.00.0e.03.1d.3c Media Type 3(dynamic) 3(dynamic) 3(dynamic) 3(dynamic) -> arp -d 1 122.144.52.68 -> arp -s 1 22.44.2.
Chapter 5: Local Management defroute: Syntax: defroute [interface number] [IP address] defroute Description: The defroute command allows the user to view, set or delete the default IP route to a managed device through the specified interface. Options: Not Applicable Example: -> defroute 2 147.152.42.32 # Default route is 147.152.42.32 on interface 2 -> defroute # Default route is 147.152.42.32 on interface 2 -> defroute delete # Default route is not currently set.
Network Tools Example: -> netstat -i Interface + Description MTU Speed Admin Oper MAC Addr # 1 (ethernet -csmacd) # 2 (ethernet - csmacd) # 3 (ethernet - csmacd) # 4 (ethernet - csmacd) 1514 1514 1514 1514 10000000 10000000 10000000 10000000 up up up up up up up up 0x00 0x00 0x1d 0x07 0x50 0x0e 0x00 0x00 0x1d 0x07 0x50 0x0f 0x00 0x00 0x1d 0x07 0x50 0x10 0x00 0x00 0x1d 0x07 0x50 0x11 -> netstat -r Destination Next-hop Interface # Default Route # 134.141.0.0 # 134.141.0.
Chapter 5: Local Management reset: Syntax: reset Description: The reset command allows a soft reset of the device. The user will be queried to confirm the reset command to insure against unwanted resets. ! The Network Tools connection to the module will be terminated upon execution of this command.
Network Tools Example: -> show Appletalk interfaces # Interface #1 #2 AdminStatus enabled disabled OperStatus enabled disabled MTU 1500 1500 Forwarding enabled disabled Framing ethernet ethernet -> show IP ARP # Interface #3 #4 MediaType 3 (dynamic) 3 (dynamic) PhysicalAddress 00:00:1d:04:40:5d 08:00:20:0e:d8:31 NetworkAddress 123.456.40.1 123.456.40.
Chapter 5: Local Management soft_reset: Syntax: soft_reset Description: This command restarts the software image, which restores the user configuration settings from NVRAM. The user will be queried to confirm the reset command to ensure against unwanted resets. ! The Network Tools connection to the module will be terminated upon execution of this command.
Network Tools link_trap: Syntax: link_trap [enable/disable/status] Description: The link_trap command allows link traps to be enabled or disabled when specifying a single port, or simultaneously when specifying “all” or no ports. When one or all ports are specified to enable, disable, or find their status, their current condition is displayed.
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APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems 6H122-16 Interface Modules. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS Processor: Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM): FLASH Memory: A.2 16 MB 4 MB PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Dimensions: Weight (Unit): MTBF (Predicted): A.3 Intel i960 RISC processor control 43.87 H x 5.71 W x 27.88 D (cm) 18.28 H x 2.38 W x 11.62 D (in) 2.
Appendix A: Specifications A.4 INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS 6H122-16 Specifications Ports 1 through 16 A.5 Fast Ethernet 10/100 Mbps (100BASE-TX compliant) with RJ45 type connectors. COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS.
APPENDIX B MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS This appendix covers the following items: • Required tools (Section B.1) • Locations, functions, and settings for the mode switches (Section B.2) B.1 REQUIRED TOOLS You need the following tools to perform the procedures provided in this appendix: • Antistatic wrist strap (provided with 6C105 chassis) B.
Appendix B: Mode Switch Bank Settings Figure B-1 shows the location of the mode switches and the switch settings for normal operation. MODE SWITCH Flash OFF ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DRAM 2361_34 Figure B-1 6H122-16 Mode Switch Location/Component Layout Switch definitions and positions are as follows: • Switches 1 through 4 – For Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 5 – COM Port Autobaud. The default (OFF) position enables Autobaud sensing on the COM port for Local Management sessions.
Setting the Mode Switch • After changing the position of switch 6 and restarting the module, the 6H122-16 requests a new image download until they either receive a new image or the RESET button on the front panel is pressed. When the RESET button is pressed, the 6H122-16 continues trying to contact a BootP server, but will time out in approximately one minute. If the module times out, the image is downloaded from its FLASH memory. • Switch 7 – Clear NVRAM.
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INDEX Numerics 10BASE-T requirements 2-2 802.1Q VLAN Configuration 5-16, 5-72 Connecting to the network 3-5 Current switch utilization 5-74 D B Default gateway 5-41, 5-46 Device Menu screen 5-36 Displaying statistics 5-92, 5-97 Download File Name 5-76 Download Method 5-75 Download Server IP 5-76 Broadcast Suppression screen 5-82, 5-84 E A Access policy 5-25, 5-58 C Cable specifications 100BASE-T network 2-2 100BASE-TX network 2-2 Chassis Configuration screen 802.
Index screen refresh time 5-41, 5-49 subnet mask 5-19, 5-41, 5-45 TFTP Gateway IP Addr 5-41, 5-47 H Help 1-9 related manuals 1-10 I Interface Statistics screen 5-92 IP address 5-16, 5-41, 5-44 IP Fragmentation 5-44, 5-57 K Keyboard conventions 5-2 L N Navigating Local Management 5-9 Network 5-98 Network Tools 5-37, 5-98 Network Tools Commands arp 5-100 bridge 5-101 defroute 5-101, 5-102 done 5-107 link_trap 5-107 netstat 5-102 ping 5-103 reset 5-104 show 5-104 soft_reset 5-105 telnet 5-106 traceroute 5
Index Chassis Environmental screen 5-29 Chassis Menu screen 5-14 Device Menu screen 5-36 Flash Download screen 5-74 General Configuration screen 5-40 Interface Statistics screen 5-89 Module Configuration screen 5-37 Module Selection screen 5-34 Module Specific Configuration menu screen 5-70 Module Statistics Menu screen 5-85 Password screen 5-8 Port Redirect Function 5-30 Port Redirect Function screen 5-79 RMON Statistics screen 5-93 Setting community names 5-25 SNMP Community Names screen 5-24, 5-57 SNMP T
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