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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 6M146-04 Overview .................................................................... 1-2 1.3.1 Connectivity .................................................................... 1-4 1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet........................................ 1-4 1.3.
Contents CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING 4.1 Using LANVIEW...........................................................................4-1 4.2 FE-100TX LED.............................................................................4-4 4.3 Troubleshooting Checklist............................................................4-6 4.4 Using the RESET Button .............................................................4-7 CHAPTER 5 LOCAL MANAGEMENT 5.1 Overview ...........................................................
Contents 5.14 Module Configuration Menu Screen .......................................... 5-35 5.15 General Configuration Screen ................................................... 5-38 5.15.1 Setting the IP Address .................................................. 5-42 5.15.2 Setting the Subnet Mask............................................... 5-43 5.15.3 Setting the Default Gateway ......................................... 5-43 5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address .........................
Contents 5.25 Broadcast Suppression Screen .................................................5-83 5.25.1 Setting the Threshold ....................................................5-84 5.25.2 Resetting the Peak Rate ...............................................5-85 5.26 Module Statistics Menu Screen .................................................5-85 5.27 Switch Statistics Screen.............................................................5-87 5.27.1 Using the Clear Counters Command ......................
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6M146-04 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Module User’s Guide. This guide describes the 6M146-04 Interface Module and provides information concerning installation, troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management. 1.1 USING THIS GUIDE Read through this guide completely to understand the interface module features, capabilities, and Local Management functions. 1.
Chapter 1: Introduction Appendix C, Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings, describes how to install optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and how to set the Mode Switches. 1.3 6M146-04 OVERVIEW The 6M146-04, shown in Figure 1-1, is an interface module for Cabletron Systems 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis. The 6M146-04 is a high-speed network switch device that supports IEEE 802.1D switching (bridging), IEEE 802.
6M146-04 Overview Ethernet 6M146-04 Reset Button RESET System LED COM COM Port CPU H S I M 2 HSIM Slots Port Status LEDs 1 H S I M Fast Ethernet Interface Module Ports 1 and 2 1 2 236201 Figure 1-1 6M146-04 User’s Guide The 6M146-04 1-3
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.1 Connectivity The 6M146-04 has two front panel slots (ports 1 and 2) for optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to support an uplink to 100 Mbps Ethernet backbones or a high speed connection to a local server. The 6M146-04 also has two front panel slots for optional High Speed Interface Modules to provide for additional connectivity to other high speed networking technologies such as ATM, WANs and FDDI. 1.3.
6M146-04 Overview 1.3.4 Management Management of the 6M146-04 is accomplished using Local Management tools or remote SNMP management stations. Local Management is accessible through the RS232 COM port on the front panel using a local VT100 terminal, or a remote VT100 terminal via a modem connection, and in-band via a Telnet connection. In-band remote management is possible through any SNMP compliant Network Management Software. 1.3.5 Switching Options The 6M146-04 provides IEEE 802.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.9 Runtime IP Address Discovery This feature enables the 6M146-04 to automatically accept an IP address from a BootP server on the network into NVRAM without requiring the user to enter an IP address through Local Management. When the 6M146-04 is connected to the network and powered up, Runtime IP Address Discovery (RAD) checks the 6M146-04 for an IP address. If one has not yet been assigned, RAD checks to see if any of the 6M146-04 interfaces has a link.
Local Management Features 1.4.2 Remote Monitoring (RMON) The 6M146-04 supports all Ethernet RMON groups, which include Statistics, Alarms, Events and History. These groups are enabled on all ports by default. Cabletron Systems RMON Actions is a vendor specific extension of RMON and provides the ability to set an “Action” on any SNMP MIB variable. The Action can be triggered by any RMON Event and/or Alarm. An example of an Action would be to turn off a MIB-2 interface if a broadcast threshold is crossed.
Chapter 1: Introduction • Distributed, resilient links increase reliability and performance. • Multiple technologies are supported within a single trunk for maximum flexibility. For more information about SmartTrunk, refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide. 1.4.6 Additional Local Management Functions Local Management also allows the following tasks to be performed: • Manage any module installed in the 6C105 via a single terminal connection.
Optional Features 1.5 OPTIONAL FEATURES Options for the 6M146-04 are Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and High Speed Interface Modules to add uplink capability. Cabletron Systems provides Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the 6M146-04 to support uplinks to 100 Mbps Ethernet backbones or high speed connections to local servers. The Fast Ethernet Interface Modules are listed in Table 1-1.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.6 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 1.7 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/ For technical support, select Service and Support Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@ctron.com FTP ftp.cabletron.
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CHAPTER 2 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS Before installing the 6M146-04 or a Fast Ethernet Interface Module, review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter. The network installation must meet the guidelines to ensure satisfactory performance of this equipment. Failure to follow the guidelines may produce poor network performance. NOTE 2.
Chapter 2: Network Requirements 2.3 100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC NETWORK Ports 1 and 2 of the 6M146-04 support the Cabletron Systems FE-100FX and FE-100F3 fiber optic interface modules. The device at the other end of the fiber optic segment must support the 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet operations. The cabling between the devices must meet the test criteria for a 100BASE-FX link for the devices to operate at 100 Mbps. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details.
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION Only qualified personnel should install the 6M146-04. This chapter covers the following items: • Required tools • Unpacking the 6M146-04 • Installing the 6M146-04 into the 6C105 chassis • Connecting to the network 3.1 REQUIRED TOOLS A Phillips screwdriver is required to install the Fast Ethernet Interface Modules in the 6M146-04. 3.2 UNPACKING THE 6M146-04 1.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.3 6M146-04 OPTIONS NOTE Install any optional equipment before proceeding to Section 3.4. If the 6M146-04 is to be installed with an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module, refer to Appendix C for installation instructions. The installation instructions for the HSIMs available for the 6M146-04 are located in the associated HSIM user’s guide. 3.
Installing the 6M146-04 Into the 6C105 Chassis 4. Remove the module from the plastic bag. (Save the bag in the event the module must be reshipped.) 5. Examine the module for damage. If any damage exists, DO NOT install the module. Immediately contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. ! To prevent damaging the backplane connectors in the following step, take care that the module slides in straight and properly engages the backplane connectors.
Chapter 3: Installation Slot Number Plastic Locking Tab 2 1 3 4 5 PS1 PS2 Ethernet 6M146-04 COM CPU H S I M 2 1 H S I M 1 2 Metal Back-Panel Circuit Card Card Guides Figure 3-1 3-4 Plastic Locking Tab 236202 Installing an Interface Module 6M146-04 User’s Guide
Connecting to the Network 3.5 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting fiber optic segments from the network or other devices to the modules. Ports 1 and 2 of the 6M146-04 support FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3 Fast Ethernet Interface Modules. The FE-100TX has an RJ45 connector for a twisted pair cable connection. The FE-100FX has an SC style connector for a multimode fiber optic cable connection.
Chapter 3: Installation Connect an FE-100TX to a twisted pair segment as follows: 1. Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is powered ON. 2. Connect the twisted pair segment to the module by inserting the RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment into the RJ45 port on the module shown in Figure 3-2. 3. Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX LED is on (flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green).
Connecting to the Network Fiber Optic Network Connection 1. Remove the protective rubber covers from the fiber optic ports on the applicable port on the module and from the ends of the connectors. ! CAUTION ! CAUTION The FE-100F3 uses Class 1 lasers. Do not use optical instruments to view the laser output. The use of optical instruments to view laser output increases eye hazard. When viewing the output optical port, power must be removed from the network adapter.
Chapter 3: Installation 1 H S I M 1 RX LED 2 236204 Figure 3-3 FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Port Connection 4. 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. Check that the power is turned on for the device at the other end of the fiber optic cable. b.
Completing the Installation 3.6 COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION The 6M146-04 is now ready to be set up through Local Management. Refer to Chapter 5 to configure the module and 6C105 chassis.
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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 6M146-04 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 Ethernet 6M146-04 RESET COM System LED CPU H S I M 2 Receive (RX) Transmit (TX) 1 H S I M 1 2 Figure 4-1 4-2 LANVIEW LEDs 6M146-04 User’s Guide
Using LANVIEW NOTE The terms flashing, blinking, and solid used in the following tables indicate the following: Flashing indicates an irregular LED pulse. Blinking indicates a steady LED pulse. (50% on, 50% off) Solid indicates a steady LED light. No pulsing. Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs LED Color State Recommended Action CPU Off Red Power off. Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred. Solid. Resetting, normal power up reset. Blinking. Crippled. Power up chassis.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (Continued) LED Color State Recommended Action TX Off Port enabled, and no activity. 1. Ensure that the STA is enabled and that there is valid link. Green Amber Red 2. Contact the Cabletron Systems GCC for assistance Flashing. Indicates activity. None. Rate indicates data rate. Blinking. Port in standby, 1. Ensure that the port is not link. disabled. Flashing. Indicates collision rate. Solid. Diagnostic failure. 4.2 2. 2.
FE-100TX LED A link exists if the associated port (port 1 or 2) Receive (RX) LED is on. NOTE Table 4-2 FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is On LED Color Description 10/100 Off Green FE-100TX is operating at 10 Mbps. FE-100TX is operating at 100 Mbps. No link exists if the associated port (port 1 or 2) Receive (RX) LED is off. NOTE Table 4-3 FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is Off LED Color Description 10/100 Off No link or no cable attached.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If the 6M146-04 is not working properly, refer to Table 4-4 for a checklist of possible problems, causes, and recommended actions to resolve the problem. Table 4-4 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 6M146-04 is not properly installed. Check the installation.
Using the RESET Button 4.4 USING THE RESET BUTTON The RESET button located near the upper plastic locking tab of the module (refer to Figure 4-3) resets the 6M146-04 processor without affecting the NVRAM. ! CAUTION Pressing the RESET button resets the device and all current switching being performed by the device halts. The device will be unavailable for up to two minutes during the reset process.
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CHAPTER 5 LOCAL MANAGEMENT This chapter explains how to set up a management terminal to access 6M146-04 Local Management and how to use the Local Management screens and commands. 5.1 OVERVIEW Local Management for the 6M146-04 consists of a series of screens that allow for the management of the module, the attached segments and the 6C105 chassis.
Chapter 5: Local Management There are three ways to access Local Management: • Locally using a VT type terminal connected to the COM port of the 6M146-04. • Remotely using a VT type terminal connected through a modem. • In-band through a Telnet connection. 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.
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 5.3.2 Management Terminal Setup Parameters Table 5-2 lists the setup parameters for the local management terminal.
Management Terminal Setup 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 station on the network. Telnet connections to the 6M146-04 require the passwords assigned at the SNMP Community Names screen of either the 6C105 chassis or the module. For additional information about these passwords, refer to Section 5.8.
Chapter 5: Local Management Ethernet 6M146-04 1 2 3 4 5 PS1 PS2 Ethernet 6M146-04 RJ45 COM Port COM CPU COM CPU DB9 Port 1 2 UPS Device UTP Cable With RJ45 Connectors RJ45-to-DB9 UPS Adapter Figure 5-2 5-6 236208 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) 6M146-04 User’s Guide
Accessing 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 6M146-04 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 2. Enter the Password and press ENTER. The default super-user access password is “public” or press ENTER. 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 accorded that 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.
Accessing Local Management Chassis Configuration Chassis Menu SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Port Redirect Function Password Module Configuration Menu Main Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Switch Configuration SmartTrunk Configuration Module Specific Configuration Module Menu Module Statistics Menu Switch Statistics Interface Statistics RMON Statistics System Resources High Speed Interface Configuration Flash Download Port Redirect Function Broadcast
Chapter 5: Local Management Chassis Menu Chassis Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Port Redirect Function Password Module Configuration Menu Main Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Module Specific Configuration Module Menu Module Statistics Menu Interface Statistics RMON Statistics Network Tools Figure 5-6 5.4.
Accessing Local Management 5.4.3 Exiting Local Management Screens There are two ways to exit Local Management (LM). Using the EXIT Command To exit an LM screen using the EXIT command, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the EXIT command at the bottom of the Local Management Screen. 2. Press ENTER. The Password screen displays and the session ends. Using the RETURN Command To exit an LM screen using the RETURN command, proceed as follows: 1.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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.
Chassis Menu Screen MODULES The Modules menu item provides access to the Module Selection screen that is used to select individual modules in the chassis for management purposes. To access the Module Selection screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the MODULES menu item and press ENTER. The Module Selection screen displays. For details about the Module Selection screen, refer to Section 5.12. 5.
Chapter 5: Local Management The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the Chassis Menu Configuration screen: CHASSIS CONFIGURATION The Chassis Configuration screen allows the user to configure operating parameters for the 6C105 chassis. For details, refer to Section 5.7. 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.
Chassis Configuration Screen 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, the screen refresh and lockout times, and to view the chassis uptime. Access the Chassis Configuration screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS CONFIGURATION menu item and pressing ENTER.
Chapter 5: Local Management Subnet Mask (Modifiable) NOTE Some firmware versions do not support the changing of the chassis subnet mask from the default value. Refer to the Release Notes to ensure that the Subnet Mask field is modifiable. Displays the subnet mask for the chassis.
Chassis Configuration Screen 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 modules in the chassis to operate as an IEEE 802.1Q switch (802.1Q SWITCHING) or a traditional switch (802.1D SWITCHING). In 802.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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 Some firmware versions do not support the changing of the chassis subnet mask from the default value. Refer to the Release Notes to ensure that the Subnet Mask field is modifiable. To change the subnet mask from its default, perform the following steps: 1.
Chassis Configuration Screen 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 5.7.4 Upon saving the new chassis date, all modules installed in the chassis recognize the new value as the current date.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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.
Chassis Configuration Screen 5.7.7 Setting the Operational Mode To set the operational mode of all modules within the chassis, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field. 2. Press the SPACE bar to choose either 802.1Q SWITCHING (all modules in the chassis will operate as IEEE 802.1Q switches which will allow the creation of port-based VLANs) or 802.1D SWITCHING (all modules in the chassis will operate as traditional switches). 3.
Chapter 5: Local Management NOTE If the 6M146-04 has been set to 802.1Q SWITCHING, refer to the Port Based VLAN User’s Guide to configure the device for this type of operation. The Operational Mode field in the Chassis Configuration screen does not support the SECUREFAST VLAN operational mode. For the module to function as a SecureFast switch it must have a unique IP address and be configured to act as a Standalone device in terms of Local Management via the 6C105 chassis. Section 5.15.
SNMP Community Names Screen Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT SNMP Community Names Community Name Access Policy public read-only public read-write public super-user SAVE EXIT RETURN 236217 Figure 5-11 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management super-user 5.8.1 This community name permits read-write access to the 6C105 MIB objects and allows the user to change all modifiable parameters including community names, IP addresses, traps, and SNMP objects. 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.
SNMP Traps Screen NOTE Exiting without saving causes a “NOT SAVED?” message to display above the SAVE command. Edits will be lost if they are not saved before exiting. 6. To exit the screen, use the arrow keys to highlight RETURN and press ENTER. 5.9 SNMP TRAPS SCREEN Since the 6C105 is an SNMP compliant device, it can send messages to multiple Network Management Stations to alert users of status changes. The Chassis SNMP Traps screen is shown in Figure 5-12.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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. 5.9.1 Configuring the Trap Table To configure the trap table, proceed as follows: 1. Using the arrow keys, highlight the appropriate Trap Destination field.
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 5.11 NOTE PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION SCREEN The Port Redirect Function screen may only be used if the operational mode of one or more modules has been set to 802.1D SWITCHING or SECURE FAST VLAN. Refer to the Release Notes to verify which operational modes support the Port Redirect Function screen.
Port Redirect Function Screen Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Port Redirect Function Module Type: 6M146-04 Slot Number: 3 Firmware Revision: xx.xx.xx BOOTPROM Revision: xx.xx.
Chapter 5: Local Management Source Module [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected module [n] to be configured as a source module. Destination Port [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a destination port. Destination Module [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected module [n] to be configured as a destination module. Status (Toggle) Allows the user to add or delete the source/destination modules and ports selected in the Source/Destination Modules and Ports fields.
Port Redirect Function Screen 5.11.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports Add or delete source/destination module and port entries as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Source Module field. 2. Press the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE one or more times to increment or decrement the module number displayed in the brackets [n] until the appropriate module number is displayed. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Source Port field. 4.
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 from the Main Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the MODULES menu item and press ENTER.
Module Selection Screen Serial # Indicates the serial number of the module. The serial number of the device is necessary when calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Hardware Revision Reflects the hardware version of the module. 5.12.1 Selecting a Module To select an individual module to perform Local Management functions, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the desired module number in the Slot # field. 2. Press ENTER, the applicable Module Menu screen displays.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.13 6M146-04 MODULE MENU SCREEN The Module Menu screen is the access point for all Local Management screens for the 6M146-04. Figure 5-16 shows the 6M146-04 Module Menu screen. 6M146-04 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Menu Module Type: 6M146-04 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 6M146-04. For details about this screen, refer to Section 5.26. NETWORK TOOLS The Network Tools function resides on the 6M146-04 and consists of a series of commands that allow the user to access and manage network devices. Section 5.30 explains how to use the Network Tools utility. 5.
Chapter 5: Local Management 6M146-04 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Configuration Menu Module Type: 6M146-04 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Module Configuration Menu Screen SWITCH CONFIGURATION The Switch Configuration screen provides basic setup options for customizing switch operation. For details, refer to Section 5.18. SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION The SmartTrunk Configuration screen allows the user to logically group interfaces to aggregate high speed uplinks. Refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for additional information.
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 Subnet Mask (Modifiable) Displays the subnet mask for the module. A subnet mask “masks out” the network bits of the IP address by setting the bits in the mask to 1 when the network treats the corresponding bits in the IP address as part of the network or subnetwork address, or to 0 if the corresponding bit identifies the host. For details about how to change the subnet mask from its default value, refer to Section 5.15.2.
Chapter 5: Local Management Module Uptime (Read-Only) Displays the total time that the module has been operating. Operational Mode (Modifiable) This field allows the user to set the 6M146-04 to operate as a traditional switch (802.1D SWITCHING), an IEEE 802.1Q switch (802.1Q SWITCHING), or as a Cabletron Systems SecureFast switch (SECUREFAST VLAN). In 802.1D Switching mode, the Fast Ethernet Interface Module(s), and HSIM port(s) are bridged to each other. In 802.
General Configuration Screen Com (Modifiable) This field allows the user to enable or disable the COM port. The selection toggles between ENABLED and DISABLED. The default is ENABLED. For details about setting up the COM port, refer to Section 5.15.11. Application (Toggle) Displays the application set for the COM port.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.1 Setting the IP Address To set the IP address, perform the following steps: NOTE If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned an IP address, it is not necessary to assign an IP address to the 6M146-04. All installed modules have the same IP address as the chassis. If a separate IP address for the module is desired, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Address field. 2. Enter the IP address into this field using Decimal Dotted Notation (DDN) format.
General Configuration Screen 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER. The changes are saved and the module reboots. 5.15.2 Setting the Subnet Mask If the management workstation that is to receive SNMP traps from the 6M146-04 is located on a separate subnet, the subnet mask for the 6M146-04 must be changed from its default. To change the subnet mask from its default, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Subnet Mask field. 2.
Chapter 5: Local Management 3. Press ENTER. If the default gateway entered is a valid format, the cursor returns to the beginning of the Default Gateway field. If the entry is not valid, the Event Message Line displays “INVALID DEFAULT GATEWAY OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Default Gateway field with the previous value. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. 5. Press ENTER.
General Configuration Screen 5.15.5 Setting the Module Date The module is year 2000 compliant, so the module date may be set beyond the year 1999. NOTE If the 6C105 chassis has been assigned a chassis date, it is not necessary to assign a module date to the 6M146-04. All installed modules recognize the chassis date of the 6C105. To set the module date, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Module Date field. 2.
Chapter 5: Local Management NOTE When entering the time in the system time field, separators between hours, minutes, and seconds do not need to be added as long as each entry uses two numeric characters. For example, to set the time to 6:45 A.M., type “064500” in the Module Time field. 3. Press ENTER to set the module time to the time in the input field. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER.
General Configuration Screen 5.15.8 Setting the Screen Lockout Time The screen lockout time can be set from 1 to 30 minutes with a default of 15 minutes. To set a new lockout time, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Lockout Time field. 2. Enter a number from 1 to 30. 3. Press ENTER to set the lockout time 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 that has been saved (i.e., the module has rebooted and the new IP address is active).
General Configuration Screen 5.15.10 Setting the Management Mode Upon saving the new operational mode, the module will reboot. NOTE If the module will be set to STAND ALONE, ensure the following procedures have been completed: The module has been assigned a unique IP address that has been saved (i.e., the module has rebooted and the new IP address is active). The module has been assigned SNMP community names from the module SNMP Community Names screen.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.11 Configuring the COM Port Upon power up, the COM port is configured to the default settings of ENABLED and LM. ! 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.) Read this entire COM port configuration section before changing the settings of the COM port.
General Configuration Screen ! CAUTION If the COM port is reconfigured without a valid IP address set on the module or chassis, the message shown in Figure 5-20 displays. Do not continue unless you fully understand the outcome of this action. If the Warning screen displays, continue on to step 4, otherwise, proceed to step 5. 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.11.1 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 or 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 displays.
General Configuration Screen 5.15.12 Clearing NVRAM ! CAUTION Clearing NVRAM will result in the loss of all user-entered parameters. Do not proceed unless you completely understand this procedure. 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.13 Enabling/Disabling IP Fragmentation To enable or disable IP fragmentation, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Fragmentation field. 2. Press the SPACE bar to choose either ENABLED or DISABLED. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. 4. Press ENTER. The Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. ! CAUTION 5.16 If the 6M146-04 is being bridged to an FDDI ring IP Fragmentation should be enabled.
SNMP Community Names Screen Event Message Line 6M146-04 LOCAL MANAGEMENT SNMP Community Names Firmware Revision: Module Type: 6M146-04 Slot Number: X XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Chapter 5: Local Management super-user This community name permits read-write access to the 6M146-04 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.
SNMP Traps Screen 5.17 SNMP TRAPS SCREEN Since the 6M146-04 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 5-23. 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 5.9 which details how to set SNMP traps for the 6C105 chassis.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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.
Switch Configuration Screen 5.18 NOTE SWITCH CONFIGURATION SCREEN The Switch Configuration screen displays only if the operational mode of the chassis or the 6M146-04 has been set to 802.1D SWITCHING or 802.1Q SWITCHING. Refer to Section 5.7.7 for instructions on configuring the chassis to operate in this mode and Section 5.15.9 for instructions on configuring the 6M146-04 to operate in this mode.
Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line 6M146-04 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Switch Configuration Module Type: 6M146-04 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Switch Configuration Screen Age Time (Modifiable) Allows the user to set the amount of time (in seconds) the 6M146-04 will keep an address in its switch table before discarding it. The modules will discard an address from their switch table if they do not receive a valid packet from the applicable address in the amount of time specified in the Age Time field. To change the Age Time field from the default value of 300 seconds, refer to Section 5.18.2.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.18.1 Setting the STA The Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA) setting allows the user to set the method that the switches use to decide which is the controller (Root) switch when two or more switches are in parallel. The available selections are IEEE, DEC, and NONE. To set the STA, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Type of STA field. 2. Use the SPACE bar to step to the appropriate setting (IEEE, DEC, or NONE). 3.
Switch Configuration Screen 5.18.3 Setting (Enabling or Disabling) the Port Status To set the status of an interface (port), proceed as follows: NOTE Disabling the port status of a backplane connection will block the module from passing user traffic to the applicable module slot in the 6C105 chassis. However, SNMP and other management traffic (e.g., ping and Telnet traffic) will still pass via the backplane to the applicable module slot. 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Status field of the port. 2.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.19 MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION SCREEN The Module Specific Configuration screen, Figure 5-25, allows the user to select one of several screens to, among other things, configure ports or check system resources specific to the 6M146-04. To access the Module Specific Configuration screen from the Module Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The Module Specific Configuration screen displays.
Module Specific Configuration Screen The following explains each field of the Module Specific Configuration screen: SYSTEM RESOURCES The System Resources screen displays the amount of FLASH memory, DRAM, and NVRAM installed, available memory, and information on 6M146-04 operation. For details, refer to Section 5.20. HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION The High Speed Interface Configuration Menu screen provides access to the Fast Ethernet Interfaces screen and the HSIM screens.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.20 SYSTEM RESOURCES SCREEN The System Resources screen, Figure 5-26, provides information concerning the processor used in the 6M146-04 and the amount of FLASH memory, DRAM, and NVRAM that is installed and how much of that memory is available. To access the System Resources screen from the Module Specific Configuration screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SYSTEM RESOURCES menu item and press ENTER. The System Resources screen displays.
System Resources Screen DRAM Installed (Read-only) Indicates the amount of DRAM installed in the 6M146-04 and how much of it is currently available. NVRAM Installed (Read-only) Indicates the amount of NVRAM installed in the 6M146-04 and how much of it is currently available. Current Switch Utilization (Read-only) Shows how much (percentage of switch capacity) the 6M146-04 is currently being used.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.21 NOTES HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN This screen does not display unless one, or both, Fast Ethernet Interface modules AND an HSIM are installed. This screen will also not display if the HSIM that is installed is an HSIM-W6 or an HSIM-W84. Access to their Local Management screens is via their respective ASYNC ports. Refer to the associated HSIM user’s guides for more details.
High Speed Interface Configuration Screen The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the High Speed Interface Configuration Menu screen: FAST ETHERNET INTERFACES Displays the types of Fast Ethernet Interface Modules installed in ports 1 and 2, their current operating mode, and indicates if the ports are linked. This screen also allows the user to enable or disable Auto-Negotiation and set the Advertised Ability.
Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line 6M146-04 LOCAL MANAGEMENT High Speed Interface Configuration Firmware Revision: Module Type: 6M146-04 Slot Number: X XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Port 1 Port 2 Port Type FE-100TX Unknown Link Status Link No Link Current Oper. Mode 100Base-TXFD [N/A] Desired Oper.
High Speed Interface Configuration Screen Current Oper. Mode (Read-only) This field displays the current operating mode of ports 1 and 2. Depending on the interface installed (100BASE-FX or 100BASE-TX) this field displays the following: • With a 100BASE-FX interface: 100Base-FX or 100Base-FXFD (full duplex). • With a 100BASE-TX interface: Unknown, 10Base-T, 10Base-TFD (full duplex), 100Base-TX, or 100Base-TXFD (full duplex). Desired Oper.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.22.1 Configuring an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 in Port 1 or 2 When an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 is installed in port 1 or 2, it must be manually set to operate in the same technology as the device at the other end of the connected segment. Section 5.22.2 provides instructions for manually configuring the port with an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 interface. 5.22.2 Setting the FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Desired Operational Mode Use this field to set the active technology.
High Speed Interface Configuration Screen 5.22.4 Setting the FE-100TX Desired Operational Mode Use this field to set the active technology. This field toggles between Auto-Negotiation, 10Base-T, 10Base-TFD (full duplex), 100Base-TX, and 100Base-TXFD (full duplex). If Auto-Negotiation is selected, the FE-100TX automatically sets the active technology. To manually set the active technology through Local Management, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Desired Oper. Mode field. 2.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.23 FLASH DOWNLOAD SCREEN The Flash Download screen, shown in Figure 5-29, allows the user to clear the information stored in the 6M146-04 FLASH memory and download a new image file from a TFTP server. Before downloading a new image to the module, load the image onto the network TFTP server. NOTES The user may also force the download of an image by changing the position of Switch 6 located inside the device. Refer to Section C.2 for details.
Flash Download Screen NOTE Download Server IP and Download File Name are displayed only when TFTP or RUNTIME are selected in Download Method. The following briefly explains each field of the Flash Download screen: Download Method (Selectable) This field toggles between TFTP, RUNTIME and BOOTP. If set for BOOTP, the module sends out a BootP request to determine the IP address of the TFTP server and the filename of the image to be downloaded.
Chapter 5: Local Management Download Server IP (Modifiable) The IP address of the TFTP server to be used for the FLASH download is entered in this field. Download File Name (Modifiable) The complete TFTP Server path and file name of the new image is entered in this field. 5.23.1 Image File Download Using TFTP Set the 6M146-04 to download to FLASH using TFTP as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. 2. Use the SPACE bar to select TFTP. 3.
Flash Download Screen 5.23.2 Image File Download Using RUNTIME Set the 6M146-04 to download to FLASH using RUNTIME as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. 2. Use the SPACE bar to select RUNTIME. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Reboot After Download field. 4. Use the SPACE bar to select either YES or NO. Select YES if you want the module to reboot after the download is completed.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.23.3 Image File Download Using BootP Set the 6M146-04 to download to FLASH using BootP as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. 2. Use the SPACE bar to select BOOTP. 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 set in the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field in the General Configuration screen). 5.
Port Redirect Function Screen 5.24 NOTE PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION SCREEN The Port Redirect Function screen may only be used if the operational mode of one or more modules has been set to 802.1D SWITCHING or SECURE FAST VLAN. Refer to the Release Notes to verify which operational modes support the Port Redirect Function screen. The Port Redirect Function screen, Figure 5-30, allows the user to set each one of the ports on the 6M146-04 as a source or destination port.
Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line 6M146-04 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Port Redirect Function Module Type: 6M146-04 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 and valid traffic to selected destination ports (ON), or to drop errored frames, and send only valid traffic to the destination ports (OFF). The default setting of this field is ON. Status (Selectable) Allows you to add or delete the source and destination ports selected in the Source Port [n] and Destination Port [n] fields. 5.24.
Chapter 5: Local Management 8. Use the SPACE bar to toggle between the ADD and DEL (delete) settings. 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. Use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen. Press ENTER.
Broadcast Suppression Screen 5.25 BROADCAST SUPPRESSION SCREEN The Broadcast Suppression screen displays only if the operational mode of the chassis or the 6M146-04 has been set to 802.1D SWITCHING or 802.1Q SWITCHING. Refer to Section 5.7.7, for instructions on configuring the chassis to operate in this mode and Section 5.15.9, for instructions on configuring the 6M146-04 to operate in this mode.
Chapter 5: Local Management The following explains each field of the Broadcast Suppression screen: Port # (Read-only) Identifies the number of the port. Total RX (Read-Only) Displays the total number of broadcast frames received. Peak Rate (Read-Only) Displays the number of broadcast frames received per second. Time Since Peak (Read-Only) Displays the time since peak broadcast frames received.
Module Statistics Menu Screen 5.25.2 Resetting the Peak Rate To reset the Peak Rate field to zero, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Reset Peak field for the selected port. 2. Press the SPACE bar to select YES. 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. 5.
Chapter 5: Local Management 6M146-04 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Statistics Menu Module Type: 6M146-04 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX SWITCH STATISTICS INTERFACE STATISTICS RMON STATISTICS RETURN EXIT 236238 Figure 5-32 Module Statistics Menu Screen The Module Statistics Menu screen displays the following items: SWITCH STATISTICS The Switch Statistics screen lists the number of frames received, transmitted, filtered, and forwarded by each interface.
Switch Statistics Screen 5.27 NOTE SWITCH STATISTICS SCREEN The Switch Statistics screen displays only if the operational mode of the chassis or the 6M146-04 has been set to 802.1D SWITCHING or 802.1Q SWITCHING. Refer to Section 5.7.7 for instructions on configuring the chassis to operate in this mode and Section 5.15.9, for instructions on configuring the 6M146-04 to operate in this mode. Ports 5 through 8 represent the backplane connections that the 6M146-04 has with the 6C105 chassis.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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. CLEAR COUNTERS (Command) This command is used to reset all statistic counters to zero.
The Interface Statistics Screen 5.28 THE INTERFACE STATISTICS SCREEN The Interface Statistics screen is used to gather MIB-II statistics for the 6M146-04 Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and all backplane interfaces. Cabletron Systems HSIMs gather their own statistics, and may be viewed via the Local Management screens of the applicable HSIM. Refer to your HSIM documentation for information on how to access these screens.
Chapter 5: Local Management The following definitions explain each field of the Interface Statistics screen: Interface (Read-only) This field displays the interface number for which statistics are currently being displayed. Figure 5-34 shows the Interface field displaying 1. This represents port 1 of the module. To view other interface statistics, refer to Section 5.28.1. Name (Read-only) The Name field displays the type of interface for which statistics are being displayed.
The Interface Statistics Screen OutOctets (Read-only) This field displays the total number of octets (bytes) that have been transmitted from the Interface. This includes all Frame Check Sequence (FCS) octets. OutUnicast (Read-only) The OutUnicast field displays the total number of frames transmitted that were sent to a single address. OutNonUnicast (Read-only) This field displays the total number of frames transmitted to a broadcast or multicast address.
Chapter 5: Local Management Oper Status (Read-only) This field displays the current status of the interface. If this field displays Testing, no frames may be passed on this interface. MTU (Read-only) The maximum transmission unit (MTU) field displays the maximum data field size (in octets) that a frame may contain to be received or transmitted from this interface. Speed (Read-only) The Speed field displays the interface’s theoretical maximum bandwidth in bits per second.
RMON Statistics Screen 5.28.2 Using the Clear Counters Command To reset all the statistics counters of the selected interface to zero, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the CLEAR COUNTERS field. 2. Press ENTER, the counters for the selected interface are reset to zero. 5.29 RMON STATISTICS SCREEN RMON statistics for each Fast Ethernet Interface Module, on a interface-by-interface basis, are viewed through the RMON Statistics screen shown in Figure 5-35.
Chapter 5: Local Management The following definitions explain each field of the RMON Statistics screen: RMON Index (Read-only) This field displays the current Fast Ethernet interface for which statistics are being shown. The 6M146-04 has an embedded RMON agent that gathers statistics for each interface on the module. Data Source (Read-only) This field displays the source of the statistics data that is currently being displayed on the screen.
RMON Statistics Screen Multicasts (Read-only) The Multicast Pkts field displays the total number of good frames received that were directed to a multicast address. The value of this field does not include frames directed to the broadcast address. CRC Align Errors (Read-only) This field displays the number of frames with bad Cyclic Redundancy Checks (CRC) received from the network.
Chapter 5: Local Management Total Octets (Read-only) This field displays the total number of octets (bytes) of data, including those in bad frames, received on this interface. 64 Octets (Read-only) Displays the total number of frames, including bad frames, received that were 64 bytes in length (excluding framing bits, but including FCS bytes).
RMON Statistics Screen 5.29.1 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, the Data Source field, nor the statistics will change until ENTER is pressed). 5.29.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.30 NETWORK TOOLS The Network Tools function resides on the 6M146-04 and allows the user to access and manage network devices. To access the Network Tools Help screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the NETWORK TOOLS menu item in the Module Menu screen and press ENTER. Type in the word help at the -> prompt and press ENTER. The Network Tools screen shown in Figure 5-36 displays.
Network Tools NOTE The conventions used in describing the commands in Network Tools are as follows: Arguments enclosed by [ ] are required. Arguments enclosed by < > are optional. Information entered by user is in shown in this Helvetica font. To abort the output or interrupt a process, press the CONTROL key and c key simultaneously, designated as ^C here. The commands are presented in the following format: command: Syntax: Shows the required command format.
Chapter 5: Local Management Each ARP cache entry lists the network interface that the device is connected to, the device’s network address or IP address, the device’s physical address or MAC address, and the media type of connection to the device. Media types are displayed as numbers, which stand for the following states: 1 - Other 2 - Invalid entry (cannot ping device, timed out, etc.
Network Tools bridge: Syntax: bridge [enable/disable] [ifnum/all] Description: The bridge command allows bridge management to be enabled or disabled at the user’s request, either one at a time or all at once. Specifying a single interface number will affect the bridging status of that interface, while specifying ALL will affect every interface.
Chapter 5: Local Management link_trap: Syntax: link_trap [enable/disable/status][PORT/all] Description: The link_trap command allows link traps to be enabled or disabled either one port at a time or all ports at once. Specifying a single port number will affect only that port, while specifying ALL will affect every port. The current status of a single port, or all ports, can also be shown.
Network Tools netstat: Syntax: netstat [option] Description: The netstat command provides a display of general network statistics for the managed device. The netstat command must be used with one of the two display options.
Chapter 5: Local Management reset: Syntax: reset Description: The reset command allows a soft reset of the device. It also initializes the CPU, runs the onboard diagnostics, and 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 show: Syntax: show [protocol] [table] Description: The show command displays information concerning various components of the device. Protocols currently supported are IP, IPX, DECnet, and AppleTalk. Components of those protocols that are currently supported are ARP caches, route tables, FIB tables, server tables, and interface tables. The number of valid entries in the table will be displayed at the end of the table display.
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 telnet: Syntax: telnet [IP address] [Port #] Description: The telnet command allows the user to communicate with another host (that supports Telnet connections) using the Telnet protocol. The user must specify the remote host using its IP address. The [IP address] field is mandatory. If no Port number is specified, telnet will attempt to contact the host at the default port. Options: Not Applicable Example: -> telnet 134.141.12.345 Trying 134.141.12.345 Connected to 134.141.12.
Chapter 5: Local Management traceroute: Syntax: traceroute [IP address] Description: The traceroute command generates a TRACEROUTE request to a specified IP address and provides a display of all next-hop routers in the path to the device. If the device is not reached, the command displays all next-hop routers to the point of failure. Options: Not Applicable Example: -> traceroute 122.144.11.52 # next-hop[0] : 122.144.60.45 # next-hop[1] : 122.144.8.113 # next-hop[2] : 122.144.61.45 # 122.144.11.
Network Tools atm_stp_state: NOTE The atm_stp_state command is only available if an HSIM-A6DP is installed in the module. Syntax: atm_stp_state [STATE] Description: The atm_stp_state command allows the user to enable, disable, or check the status of the Spanning Tree Algorithm on all ATM interfaces. The user must specify the STATE option as enable, disable, or status. The STATE field is mandatory.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.30.2 Special Commands done, quit, exit: Syntax: done , quit, or exit Description: The done command enables the user to exit from Network Tools and return to the Main Menu screen.
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems 6M146-04 Interface Module. 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 20 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) 1.
Appendix A: Specifications A.4 INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS The input/output port specifications for the 6M146-04 are as follows: Slots for optional Fast Ethernet Accept three types of optional Fast Interface Modules Ethernet Interface Modules: (ports 1 and 2) FE-100TX, FE-100FX, and FE-100F3. Slots for optional HSIMs A.5 Accept optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS.
APPENDIX B FE-100TX, FE-100FX AND FE-100F3 SPECIFICATIONS The 6M146-04 supports three Fast Ethernet Interface Modules: • FE-100TX • FE-100FX • FE-100F3 This appendix provides the specifications for these modules. B.1 FE-100TX The FE-100TX uses an RJ45 connector supporting Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms. The slide switch on the FE-100TX determines the crossover status of the cable pairs.
Appendix B: FE-100TX, FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Specifications B.2 FE-100FX The FE-100FX shown in Figure B-2 uses an SC style connector that supports multimode fiber optic cabling. Specifications for the FE-100FX are listed below. X 1 2 FE-100F 236257 Figure B-2 Table B-1 Cable Type FE-100FX Transmitter Power Worst Case Budget Typical Budget 50/125 µm fiber 6.0 dB 9.0 dB 62.5/125 µm fiber 9.0 dB 12.0 dB 100/140 µm fiber 15.0 dB 18.
FE-100F3 B.3 FE-100F3 The FE-100F3 shown in Figure B-3 uses an SC style connector that supports single mode fiber optic cabling. Specifications for the FE-100F3 are listed in Table B-2 below. 3 1 2 FE-100F 236258 Figure B-3 Table B-2 Cable Type FE-100F3 Transmitter Power Worst Case Budget Typical Budget 8/125 µm fiber >10.0 dB <10.0 dB 12/125 µm fiber >10.0 dB <10.0 dB NOTE The transmitter power levels and receive sensitivity levels listed are peak power levels after optical overshoot.
Appendix B: FE-100TX, FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Specifications B-4 6M146-04 User’s Guide
APPENDIX C OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS AND MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS This appendix covers the following items: • Required tools (Section C.1) • Locations, functions, and settings for the mode switches (Section C.2) • Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules (Section C.3) C.1 REQUIRED TOOLS You need the following tools to perform the procedures provided in this appendix: • Antistatic wrist strap (provided with 6C105 chassis) • Phillips screwdriver C.
Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings MODE SWITCH BANK Flash OFF ON 1 2 3 4 DRAM 5 6 7 8 236259 Figure C-1 6M146-04 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 • Switch 6 (continued)– After changing the position of switch 6 and restarting the module, the 6M146-04 requests a new image download until it either receives a new image or the RESET button on the front panel is pressed. When the RESET button is pressed, the 6M146-04 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.
Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings C.3 INSTALLING OPTIONAL FAST ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES Figure C-2 shows the location of the Fast Ethernet Interface Module connectors on the 6M146-04 board for port slots 1 and 2. NOTES For instructions on installing a High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) in the 6M146-04, refer to the applicable HSIM documentation.
Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules To install a Fast Ethernet Interface Module in port slot 1 or 2 of the 6M146-04, proceed as follows: ! CAUTION ! CAUTION The Fast Ethernet Interface Module and the host module are sensitive to static discharges. Use an antistatic wrist strap and observe all static precautions during this procedure. Failure to do so could damage the Fast Ethernet Interface Module or the host module. The FE-100F3 uses Class 1 lasers.
Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings Coverplate Rear Standoff 2 1 Front Standoffs 236261 Figure C-3 Coverplate Removal 2. Remove the screw from the rear standoff. Save the screw. ! CAUTION When installing an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 module into the host module, remove the rubber plug on the SC connector before proceeding. Be sure to replace the plug once the installation is complete to keep dust/dirt out of the fiber. 3. Refer to Figure C-4.
Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules Module Module Connector FE-1 00T X 10 100 Rear Standoff Motherboard Connector 1 Front Standoffs Figure C-4 2 236262 Installing the Fast Ethernet Interface Module 5. Press down firmly on the Fast Ethernet Interface Module until the pins slide all the way into the motherboard connector. Ensure that the Fast Ethernet Interface Module seats flush on the standoffs. 6. Secure the Fast Ethernet Interface Module with the screws saved in steps 1 and 2.
Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings C-8 6M146-04 User’s Guide
INDEX A module date 5-39 module time 5-39, 5-45 screen lock-out time 5-16, 5-20, 5-39, 5-47 screen refresh time 5-16, 5-20, 5-39, 5-46 subnet mask 5-16, 5-39, 5-43 Access policy 5-23, 5-55 C Cable specifications 100BASE-TX network 2-1 Chassis date 5-16 Chassis Environmental Screen 5-27 Chassis time 5-16 COM port pin assignments A-2 Com Port Application 5-52 Connecting to the network 3-5 Crossover switch B-1 Current switch utilization 5-67 D Default gateway 5-39, 5-43 Device Statistics Menu screen switch
Index Module Specific Configuration Menu screen 5-64 Module Statistics Menu screen 5-85 Module time 5-39 N Navigating Local Management 5-8 Network connection FE-100FX 3-6 FE-100TX 3-5 Network Tools 5-98 built-in commands arp 5-99 atm_stp_state 5-109 bridge 5-101 defroute 5-101 link_trap 5-102 netstat 5-103 ping 5-103 reset 5-104 show 5-105 soft-reset 5-106 telnet 5-107 traceroute 5-108 special commands done 5-110 exit 5-110 quit 5-110 P Password screen 5-7 Peak switch utilization 5-67 Physical properties
Index NVRAM installed 5-67 peak switch utilization 5-67 reset peak switch utilization 5-67 T Trap table configuration 5-26, 5-58 Traps enable 5-26 Troubleshooting 4-1 checklist 4-6 U Unpacking 3-1 6M146-04 User’s Guide Index-3
Index Index-4 6M146-04 User’s Guide
