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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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Overview............................................. 1-2 1.3.1 Connectivity .................................................................... 1-4 1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet........................................ 1-4 1.3.3 Management ............
Contents 3.6 3.7 Connecting to the Network...........................................................3-5 3.6.1 Connecting Fiber Optic Cables to Ports 1 Through 24 of the Modules .............................................3-6 3.6.2 Connecting a UTP Segment to the FE-100TX ................3-8 3.6.3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the FE-100FX and FE-100F3 ................................................3-9 Completing the Installation.........................................................
Contents 5.9 5.10 5.11 5.12 5.13 5.14 5.15 5.16 5.17 5.18 5.19 5.20 5.21 5.22 SNMP Traps Screen.................................................................. 5-27 5.9.1 Configuring the Trap Table ........................................... 5-28 Chassis Environmental Screen ................................................. 5-29 Port Redirect Function Screen .................................................. 5-30 5.11.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries............. 5-32 5.11.
Contents 5.23 5.24 5.25 5.26 5.27 5.28 5.29 5.30 5.22.4 Setting the FE-100TX Operational Mode ......................5-78 5.22.5 Setting the FE-100TX Advertised Ability .......................5-78 Flash Download Screen .............................................................5-79 5.23.1 Image File Download Using TFTP ................................5-82 5.23.2 Image File Download Using RUNTIME .........................5-83 5.23.3 Image File Download Using BootP................................
Contents APPENDIX C C.1 C.2 C.3 MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS AND OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS Required Tools ............................................................................C-1 Setting the Mode Switch..............................................................C-1 Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules....................
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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules User’s Guide. This guide describes the 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 Interface Modules 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 interface module features, capabilities, and Local Management functions.
Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 5, Local Management, describes how to access Local Management and use the Local Management screens to manage the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 interface modules and the 6C105 chassis. Appendix A, Specifications, contains information on functionality and operating specifications, connector pinouts, environmental requirements, and physical properties.
6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Overview Ethernet Ethernet 6E128-26 6E138-25 COM Ports COM COM System LEDs CPU Network Ports 1-24 CPU 1 9 17 1 9 17 2 10 18 2 10 18 3 11 19 3 11 19 4 12 20 4 12 20 5 13 21 5 13 21 6 14 22 6 14 22 7 15 23 7 15 23 8 16 24 8 16 24 Port Status LEDs Network Ports 1-24 25 Fast Ethernet Interface Module Ports 25 and 26 HSIM Slot 26 231101 Figure 1-1 The 6E128-26 and 6E138-25 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 User’s Guide
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.1 Connectivity The 6E128-26 and 6E138-25 connect to Ethernet networks or workstations through 24 ST fiber optic ports on the front panel. These ports support multimode fiber optic cables at lengths up to 2 kilometers. The ports are IEEE 802.3 10BASE-F compliant. The 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 connect to Ethernet networks or workstations through 24 ST fiber optic ports on the front panel. These ports support single mode fiber optic cable at lengths up to 5 kilometers.
6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Overview 1.3.4 Switching Options The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 provide 802.1D switching (bridging), 802.1Q switching or SecureFast Switching Virtual Network Services between all of the front panel interfaces including Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and High Speed Interface Modules (HSIMs). SecureFast switching and 802.1Q switching allow for future migration to Virtual Network technologies without requiring the replacement of existing equipment. 1.3.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.8 Runtime IP Address Discovery This feature enables the modules to automatically accept an IP address from a BootP server on the network into NVRAM without requiring a user to enter an IP address through Local Management. When the modules are connected to the network and powered up, Runtime IP Address Discovery (RAD) checks the modules for an IP address. If one has not yet been assigned (module and 6C105 chassis IP address set to 0.0.0.
Local Management Features 1.4.2 Remote Monitoring (RMON) The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4.5 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 links of any technology 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.
Optional Features 1.5 OPTIONAL FEATURES Options for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and High Speed Interface Modules, which add remote uplink capability. Cabletron Systems provides Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the 6E12X-26 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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 or Fast Ethernet Interface Modules (FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3), review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the following: • SmartTrunk (Section 2.1) • 10BASE-F Fiber Optic Network (Section 2.2) • FOIRL Single Mode Fiber Optic Network (Section 2.3) • 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network (Section 2.4) • 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network (Section 2.
Chapter 2: Network Requirements 2.2 10BASE-F NETWORK When connecting a 10BASE-F segment to any of the 6E128-26 and 6E138-25 ports (Interfaces 1 through 24), ensure that the network meets the Ethernet network requirements of the IEEE 802.3 standard for 10BASE-F. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details. 2.
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION Only qualified personnel should install the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. This chapter covers the following items: • Required tools • Unpacking the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 • Power Supply requirements specific to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 • Installing the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 into the 6C105 chassis • Connecting to the network 3.1 REQUIRED TOOLS A Phillips screwdriver is required to install the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules into the 6E12X-26. 3.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.3 6E12X-26 AND 6E13X-25 OPTIONS NOTE Install any optional equipment before proceeding to Section 3.5. If the 6E12X-26 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 6E13X-25 are located in the associated user’s guide. 3.
Installing the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Into the 6C105 Chassis 3.5 INSTALLING THE 6E12X-26 AND 6E13X-25 INTO THE 6C105 CHASSIS ! CAUTION Failure to observe static safety precautions could cause damage to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. 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.
Chapter 3: Installation 6. Locate the slot guides that line up with the number of the slot in which the module will be installed. Install the module in the chassis by aligning the module circuit card between the upper and lower metal rail guides of the desired slot, sliding it into the chassis, and locking down the top and bottom plastic locking tabs, as shown in Figure 3-1. Take care that the module slides in straight and properly engages the backplane connectors.
Connecting to the Network 3.6 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting fiber optic or Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) segments from the network or other devices to the modules. Ports 1 through 24 on the 6E128-26 and 6E138-25 have ST connectors for multimode fiber optic connections. Ports 1 through 24 on the 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 have ST connectors for single mode fiber optic connections.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.6.1 Connecting Fiber Optic Cables to Ports 1 Through 24 of the Modules Each fiber optic link consists of two strands of fiber optic cabling: the transmit (TX) and the receive (RX). The transmit strand from a module port connects to the receive port of a fiber optic Ethernet device at the other end of the segment. The receive strand of the applicable port on the module connects to the transmit port of the fiber optic Ethernet device.
Connecting to the Network 4. At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the fiber pair to the transmit and receive ports of the device. . Receive (RX) LED 17 231103 Figure 3-2 Fiber Optic Connection 5. 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, perform the following steps until it is on: a. Verify that the device at the other end of the segment is ON and connected to the segment. b.
Chapter 3: Installation 3.6.2 NOTE Connecting a UTP Segment to the FE-100TX The FE-100TX supports Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair cable with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms. An FE-100-TX installed in port 25 and/or 26 has an internal crossover switch. When connecting a workstation, use a straight-through cable and set the Fast Ethernet Interface Module crossover switch shown in Figure 3-3 to the crossed over position marked with X.
Connecting to the Network a. Verify that the 100BASE-TX device at the other end of the twisted pair segment is powered up. b. Verify that the RJ45 connector on the twisted pair segment has the proper pinouts. c. Check the cable for continuity. d. Make sure that the twisted pair connection meets dB loss and cable specifications outlined in Section 2.4. e. Confirm that the crossover switch is in the correct position. If a Link is not established, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center.
Chapter 3: Installation ! CAUTION Do not touch the ends of the fiber optic strands, and do not let the ends come in contact with dust, dirt, or other contaminants. Contamination of the ends causes problems in data transmissions. If the ends become contaminated, blow the surfaces with a canned duster. A fiber port cleaning swab saturated with optical-grade isopropyl alcohol may also be used to clean the ends. 2. Insert one end of the SC connector into the FE-100FX or FE-100F3 installed in the 6E12X-26.
Completing the Installation The port RX LED flashes green and amber during bootup. NOTE a. Check that the power is turned on for the device at the other end of the link. b. Verify proper crossing over of fiber strands between the applicable port on the 6E12X-26 and the fiber optic device at the other end of the fiber optic link segment. c. Verify that the fiber connection meets the dB loss specifications outlined in Chapter 2.
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CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information concerning the following: • Using the LANVIEW diagnostic and status monitoring system • Using the FE-100TX LED • Troubleshooting network and module operational problems • Using the RESET button NOTE 4.1 The four interface modules covered in this manual all share the same LANVIEW LEDs. USING LANVIEW The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 use the Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Ethernet 6E128-26 CPU LED COM CPU 1 9 17 2 10 18 3 11 19 4 12 20 5 13 21 6 14 22 7 15 23 8 16 24 Receive (RX) Transmit (TX) 25 26 231104 Figure 4-1 4-2 LANVIEW LEDs 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 User’s Guide
Using LANVIEW Table 4-1 LED LANVIEW LEDs Color State Recommended Action Off Power off. Power up chassis. Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred. Contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center (GCC). Red No action. If LED remains Red Solid. Resetting, for several minutes, contact normal power up reset. Cabletron Systems GCC. Blinking. Crippled. Contact the Cabletron Systems GCC. Solid. Testing. No action. If LED remains Amber for several minutes, contact Cabletron Systems GCC. Green Solid.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Table 4-1 LED Color LANVIEW LEDs (Continued) State Recommended Action Off Port enabled, and no activity. 1. Ensure that the STA is enabled and that there is valid link. 2. Contact the Cabletron Systems GCC for assistance Green Flashing. Indicates activity. Rate indicates data rate. No action. Amber Blinking. Port in standby, link. 1. Ensure that the port is not disabled. 2. Contact the Cabletron Systems GCC for assistance Flashing. Indicates collision rate.
FE-100TX LED Receive (RX) LED 10 100 LED = 25 2 FE-100TX x 10 100 226 Figure 4-2 FE-100TX LED A link exists if the associated port (port 25 or 26) Receive (RX) LED is on. NOTE Table 4-2 LED 10/100 FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is On Color Description Off FE-100TX is operating at 10 Mbps. Green FE-100TX is operating at 100 Mbps. No link exists if the associated port (port 25 or 26) Receive (RX) LED is off.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4.3 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If the 6E12X-26 or 6E13X-25 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 Problem Troubleshooting Checklist Possible Cause Recommended Action Loss of Power to the 6C105 chassis. Check the proper connection of the power cable and its access to a live outlet. 6E13X-25 or 6E12X-26 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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 processor without affecting the NVRAM. ! CAUTION Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current switching being performed by the device is halted. A module downtime of up to two minutes will result from this action.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-8 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 User’s Guide
CHAPTER 5 LOCAL MANAGEMENT This chapter explains how to set up a management terminal to access 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Local Management. It also explains how to use the Local Management screens and commands. NOTE 5.1 The Local Management screens shown in this chapter are for the 6E128-26. The 6E138-25, 6E139-25 and 6E129-26 share most of the following Local Management screens. All Local Management functions specific to any of the interface modules are preceded by a Note to alert the reader.
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 6E13X-25 or 6E12X-26. • 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 Connecting an Uninterruptible Power Supply If the 6C105 chassis is connected to an American Power Conversion (APC) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for protection from a loss of power, a connection from the COM port of a module to the UPS can be made to monitor the power status of the UPS. To use the COM port for this purpose, it must be reconfigured to support the UPS application.
Management Terminal Setup 5.3.3 Management Terminal Setup Parameters Table 5-2 lists the setup parameters for the local management terminal.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.3.4 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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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, SNMP Community Names Screen.
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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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.
Chapter 5: 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 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 Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Port Redirect Function Password Module Configuration Menu Main Menu Module Menu Module Statistics Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Switch Configuration Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration SmartTrunk Configuration System Module Specific Resources Configuration High Speed Interface Configuration Switch Statistics Flash Download Interface Statistics Port Redirect R
Chapter 5: Local Management Chassis Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Password Module Configuration Menu Main Menu General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration Module Specific Configuration Module Menu Module Statistics Menu Interface Statistics System Resources High Speed Interface Configuration Flash Download Fast Ethernet HSIM RMON Statistics 231171 Network Tools Figure 5-6 5.4.
Accessing Local Management Using the RETURN Command To exit an LM screen using the RETURN command, proceed as follows: 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.
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. 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Main Menu CHASSIS MODULES EXIT RETURN 2311_91 Figure 5-7 NOTE 5-12 Main Menu Screen If the terminal is idle for several minutes, the Local Management Password screen displays and the session ends.
The Main Menu Screen The following explains each Main Menu screen item as shown in Figure 5-7: CHASSIS The Chassis menu item provides access to the Chassis Menu screen, shown in Figure 5-8, that is used to configure the 6C105 chassis, access current chassis power supply and environmental status, and to configure IEEE 802.1Q VLANs. Access the Chassis Configuration screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS menu item and pressing ENTER. The Chassis Configuration screen displays.
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, perform port redirect functions, and to configure the 6C105 for IEEE 802.1Q operation.
Chassis Menu Screen 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. CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL The Chassis Environmental screen provides access to chassis power supply status, power supply redundancy status and chassis fan tray status. For details, refer to Section 5.10.
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, 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.
Chassis Configuration Screen IP Address (Modifiable) This field allows the IP address to be set for the 6C105 chassis. If an IP address is assigned to the 6C105 chassis all the interface modules installed in the chassis can be managed via this IP address, eliminating the need to assign an IP address to each interface module. To set the IP address, refer to Section 5.7.1.
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.
Chassis Configuration Screen 3. Press ENTER. If the IP address is a valid format, the cursor returns to the beginning of the IP address field. If the entry is not valid, the Event Message Line displays “INVALID IP ADDRESS OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value and refreshes the IP address field with the previous value. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press ENTER. The “SAVED OK” message displays indicating that the changes have been saved to memory.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.7.3 Setting the Chassis Date The 6C105 is year 2000 compliant, so the Chassis Date may be set beyond the year 1999. To set the chassis date, perform the following steps: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Chassis Date field. 2. Enter the date in this format: MM/DD/YYYY NOTE It is not necessary to add separators between month, day, and year numbers. For example, to set the date to 03/17/1997, type “03171997” in the Chassis Date field. 3.
Chassis Configuration Screen 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. If the time 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 and refreshes the Chassis Time field with the previous value. NOTE 5.7.5 Upon saving the new chassis time, all interface modules installed in the chassis recognize the new value as the current time.
Chapter 5: Local Management If the time entered is within the 1 to 30 minutes range, 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 setting, but it does refresh the Screen Lockout Time field with the previous value. 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.
Chassis Configuration Screen NOTE If the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 have 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.
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 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 not allow access to 6C105 Local Management screens refer to Section 5.16. To establish community names, proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Community Name field adjacent to the selected access level. 2.
SNMP Traps Screen 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 SNMP Traps screen is shown in Figure 5-12. Access the SNMP Traps screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the SNMP TRAPS menu item and pressing ENTER. The SNMP Traps screen displays.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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. 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.
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 not be available depending on the operational mode that has been set for the chassis. Refer to your Release Notes to see what operational modes support the Port Redirect Function. Refer to Section 5.7.7, Setting the Operational Mode, for instructions on configuring the operational mode of all the modules installed in the chassis.
Port Redirect Function Screen Event Message Line 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Port Redirect Function Source ============ Module Port Destination ============ Port Module 1 1 3 2 ON 1 1 3 3 ON 1 1 3 4 ON 2 2 1 1 OFF 2 2 3 3 ON 3 3 4 4 ON 3 3 5 5 ON 3 3 5 8 OFF Source Port [1] Destination Port [1] Destination Module [1] Source Module [1] SAVE Remap Errors ============ NEXT EXIT Status [ADD] Errors [ON] PREVIOUS RETURN RETURN 2311_66 Figure 5-14 Port Redirect
Chapter 5: Local Management Source Port [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a source port. Destination Module [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected module [n] to be configured as a destination module. Destination Port [n] (Selectable) Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a destination port.
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.
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 Module # field. 2. Press ENTER, the applicable Module Menu screen displays.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.13 NOTE MODULE MENU SCREEN The Local Management screens shown in this chapter are for the 6E128-26. The 6E138-25, 6E139-25 and 6E129-26 share most of the following Local Management screens. All Local Management functions specific to any interface module are preceded by a note to alert the reader. The 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 Module Menu screens are the access point for all Local Management screens for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. Figure 5-16 shows the 6E128-26 Module Menu screen.
Module Menu Screen The following explains each Module Menu screen field as shown in Figure 5-16: MODULE CONFIGURATION The Module Configuration screen provides access to the Local Management screens that are used to configure the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. The Module Specific Configuration Menu screen provides access to the screens that allow the user to check 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 resources and set operating parameters specific to each port.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.14 MODULE CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN The Module Configuration Menu screen, Figure 5-17, provides access to Local Management screens that allow you to configure and monitor operating parameters, modify SNMP community names, set SNMP traps, configure switch parameters and configure 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 ports.
Module Configuration Menu Screen 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Configuration Menu Module Type: 6E128-26 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Chapter 5: Local Management SWITCH CONFIGURATION The Switch Configuration screen provides basic setup options for modifying the switching functions of the modules. For details, refer to Section 5.18. ETHERNET FULL DUPLEX CONFIGURATION The Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration screen allows each 10 Mbps port (1 to 24) to be set for either Standard Ethernet or Full Duplex operation. The screen also indicates whether or not each port is linked to another Ethernet device and if that port is enabled.
General Configuration Screen 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, set the screen refresh and lockout times, and the COM port configuration. The General Configuration screen also allows the user to Clear NVRAM, and enable or disable IP Fragmentation.
Chapter 5: Local Management NOTE The IP Address can also be set through Runtime IP Address Discovery as previously described in Section 1.3.8. IP Address (Modifiable) This display allows the user to set the IP address for the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. To set the IP address, refer to Section 5.15.1. Subnet Mask (Modifiable) Displays the subnet mask for the module.
General Configuration Screen 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management Management Mode (Toggle) This field toggles between DISTRIBUTED and STAND ALONE. In DISTRIBUTED mode, Local Management is entered via the 6C105 password screen, and all chassis configuration screens are available to the user. All other modules installed in the chassis that are set for distributed management may also be accessed via a connection to a single COM port on one of the modules.
General Configuration Screen Clear NVRAM (Toggle) This allows the user to reset NVRAM to the factory default settings. All user-entered parameters, such as IP address and Community Names are then replaced with 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 default configuration settings. For details, refer to Section 5.15.13. IP Fragmentation (Toggle) This field allows the user to enable or disable IP Fragmentation. The default setting for this field is ENABLED.
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 5-19 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.
General Configuration Screen 3. Press ENTER. If the subnet mask is valid, the cursor returns to the beginning of the Subnet Mask field. If the entry is not valid, the Event Message Line displays “INVALID SUBNET MASK OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Subnet Mask field with the previous value. 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press ENTER. The warning screen shown back in Figure 5-19 displays. 5.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address If the network TFTP server is located on a different IP subnet than the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25, 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 Addr field. 2. Enter the IP address of the TFTP gateway using the DDN format. For example: 134.141.80.122 3. Press ENTER.
General Configuration Screen 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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.
General Configuration Screen 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. The Management Mode of the module will automatically be set to STAND ALONE.
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 STAND ALONE, 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.
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 5-20 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 or UPS can be selected. 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 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are being bridged to an FDDI ring (for example, via an HSIM-F6 installed in the 6E13X-25) 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management To access the SNMP Community Names screen from the Module Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES menu item and press ENTER. The SNMP Community Names screen, Figure 5-22, displays. Event Message Line 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT SNMP Community Names Firmware Revision: Module Type: 6E128-26 Slot Number: X XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
SNMP Community Names Screen read-write This community name allows read and write access to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 MIB objects, excluding security protected fields for super-user access only. super-user This community name permits read-write access to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 MIB objects and allows the user to change all modifiable parameters including community names, IP addresses, traps, and SNMP objects. 5.16.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.17 SNMP TRAPS SCREEN Since the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 are SNMP compliant devices, they 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.
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 5-24, provides the basic setup options to modify switch operations in your network. NOTE The Switch Configuration screen is 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 Event Message Line 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Switch Configuration Module Type: 6E128-26 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
Chapter 5: Local Management Age Time (Modifiable) Allows the user to set the amount of time (in seconds) the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 keeps an address in its switch table before discarding it. The modules automatically discard an address from their switch table when a valid packet is not received from that address within the 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.
Switch Configuration Screen 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 2. Use the SPACE bar to toggle to either ENABLED or DISABLED. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen. 4. Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays. 5.
Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration Screen This section explains each field of the Ethernet Full Duplex Configuration screen. PORT # (Read-only) Identifies the number of the port. OPERATION MODE (Toggle) Allows the user to set the specified port to transmit and receive data separately (standard) or simultaneously (full duplex).
Chapter 5: Local Management [1-12], or [13-24] (Navigation Key) When the Full Duplex Configuration screen displays, the current operation mode and status information are displayed for the first 12 ports. This field allows the user to step to a second screen for the same type of information for ports 13 through 24. While on the second screen, the user can navigate back to the first screen by highlighting the [1-12] option and pressing ENTER.
Module Specific Configuration Menu Screen 5.20 MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN The Module Specific Configuration Menu screen, Figure 5-26, allows the user to select one of five screens to configure ports or check system resources specific to the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25. NOTE The following menu items on the Module Specific Configuration Menu screen may not display if the operational mode of the module has been set to SECURE FAST VLAN or 802.
Chapter 5: Local Management 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Specific Configuration Menu Module Type: 6E128-26 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
System Resources Screen FLASH DOWNLOAD The FLASH Download screen allows the user to force the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 to download a new image file to FLASH memory from a TFTP server. For details, refer to Section 5.23. 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 5.24. Section 5.15.
Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT System Resources Firmware Revision: Module Type: 6E128-26 Module Uptime: X Days XHrs XMins XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.
System Resources Screen Current Switch Utilization (Read-only) Shows how much (percentage of capacity) the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.22 NOTE HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION SCREEN (6E12X-26 ONLY) When the HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION menu item is selected for the 6E13X-25, the applicable HSIM Setup screen displays. Refer to the HSIM User’s Guide to set operating parameters for the HSIM installed in the 6E13X-25.
High Speed Interface Configuration Screen (6E12X-26 Only) Event Message Line 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT High Speed Interface Configuration Firmware Revision: Module Type: 6E128-26 Slot Number: X XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Port 25 Port 26 Port Type FE-100TX Unknown Link Status Link No Link Current Oper. Mode 100Base-TXFD [N/A] Desired Oper.
Chapter 5: Local Management Current Oper. Mode (Read-only) This field displays the current operating mode of ports 25 and 26. 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), or N/A when the port slot is empty. • With a 100BASE-TX interface: Unknown, 10Base-T, 10Base-TFD (full duplex), 100Base-TX, or 100Base-TXFD (full duplex). Desired Oper.
High Speed Interface Configuration Screen (6E12X-26 Only) Advertised Ability (Selectable) During auto-negotiation, the FE-100TX “tells” the device at the other end of the segment what its capabilities are. The capabilities of a port (25 or 26) with an FE-100TX installed are 10BASE-T, 10BASE-TFD (full duplex mode), 100BASE-TX and 100BASE-TXFD (full duplex mode). In normal operation, with all capabilities enabled, the FE-100TX “advertises” that it has the ability to operate in any mode.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.22.3 Configuring an FE-100TX In normal operation, a port (25 or 26) with an FE-100TX interface automatically establishes a link with the device at the other end of the segment and no user setup is required. Section 5.22.4 and Section 5.22.5 provide instructions for manually configuring the port with an FE-100TX installed. 5.22.4 Setting the FE-100TX Operational Mode Use the Desired Oper. Mode field to set the active technology.
Flash Download Screen 3. Use the LEFT-ARROW key to move back to the Advertised Ability selection and use the SPACE bar to select the next mode to enable or disable. 4. Use the RIGHT-ARROW key to move across to the Enabled/Disabled field to the right of the selection. 5. Use the SPACE bar to select Enabled or Disabled. Press ENTER. Continue this process until you have completed enabling or disabling the advertised modes. 6. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER.
Chapter 5: Local Management TFTP DOWNLOAD. WILL COMMIT TO FLASH. REBOOT IN PROGRESS... 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Flash Download Firmware Revision: Module Type: 6E128-26 Slot Number: X XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Download Method: [TFTP] Reboot After Download: [YES] TFTP Gateway IP Addr: 134.141.79.123 Last Image Server IP: 134.141.79.121 Last Image File Name: Download Server IP: Download File Name: EXECUTE RETURN /tftpboot/6E122.hex 134.141.79.121 /tftpboot/6E122.
Flash Download Screen Reboot After Download (Modifiable when RUNTIME is chosen only) This field notifies the user that the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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. If NO is selected the module continues using the existing the firmware image. The module stores the new firmware image in FLASH memory.
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.23.1 Image File Download Using TFTP To download a new firmware image to the FLASH memory of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 using TFTP proceed as follows: 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. 2. Use the SPACE bar to select TFTP. 3. Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field. 4.
Flash Download Screen 5.23.2 Image File Download Using RUNTIME To download a new firmware image to the FLASH memory of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 using RUNTIME proceed 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 To download a new firmware image to the FLASH memory of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 using BootP proceed 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).
Port Redirect Function Screen 5.24 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 which operational modes support the Port Redirect Function screen. Refer to Section 5.15.9, Setting the Operational Mode, for instructions on configuring the operational mode of the module.
Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Port Redirect Function Module Type: 6E128-26 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 (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 7. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Errors field. 8. Use the SPACE bar to select either the ON or OFF option and press ENTER. ON forces the source module and port to forward errored frames to the destination module(s) and port(s). OFF forces the errored frames to be dropped before forwarding traffic. 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 5.25 BROADCAST SUPPRESSION SCREEN The Broadcast Suppression screen, Figure 5-31, allows the user to set a desired limit of receive broadcast frames that are switched out to the other ports. The Broadcast Suppression screen may not be available if the operational mode of the module has been set to SECURE FAST VLAN or 802.1Q SWITCHING. Refer to your Release Notes to see what operational modes support Broadcast Suppression. Refer to Section 5.15.
Chapter 5: Local Management The following explains each field of the Broadcast Statistics 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 Setting the Reset Peak Switch To set the Reset Peak Switch field to YES or NO, 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 or NO. 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 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Statistics Menu Module Type: 6E128-26 Slot Number: X Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX SWITCH STATISTICS INTERFACE STATISTICS RMON STATISTICS EXIT RETURN 2311-67 Figure 5-32 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 5.27 SWITCH STATISTICS SCREEN The Switch Statistics screen, Figure 5-33, lists the number of frames received, transmitted, filtered, and forwarded by each interface, including backplane interfaces. NOTE 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 Frames Rcvd (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames received by the interface since last power-up or reset. Frames Txmtd (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames transmitted by the interface since last power-up or reset. Frames Fltrd (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames filtered by the interface since last power-up or reset. Frames Frwded (Read-Only) Displays the number of frames forwarded by the interface.
The Interface Statistics Screen 5.28 THE INTERFACE STATISTICS SCREEN The Interface Statistics screen is used to gather MIB-II statistics for all of the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 interfaces (ports 1 through 24 and Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and all backplane interfaces) with the exception of an HSIM installed in the 6E13X-25. Cabletron Systems HSIMs gather their own statistics, and may be viewed via the Local Management screens of the applicable HSIM.
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. 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 MTU field displays the maximum frame size (in octets) that a frame may contain to be received or transmitted from this interface. Speed (Read-only) The Speed field displays the theoretical maximum amount of bandwidth that the interface can support in bits per second.
RMON Statistics Screen 5.29 RMON STATISTICS SCREEN RMON statistics for each interface, on a interface-by-interface basis, are viewed through the RMON Statistics screen shown in Figure 5-35. 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 6E128-26 LOCAL MANAGEMENT RMON Statistics Module Type: 6E128-26 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 5-35 shows that the data source for this RMON index is Interface 1 (port 1) by displaying the name IfIndex.1. If the screen was displaying RMON statistics for Interface 22 (port 22), the name displayed would be IfIndex.22. 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 65 - 127 Octets (Read-only) Displays the total number of frames, including bad frames, received that were between 65 and 127 bytes in length (excluding framing bits, but including FCS bytes). 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 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 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 both the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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 or Chassis Menu screen and press ENTER. At the command line, type “help” and press ENTER. The Network Tools help screen displays.
Network Tools • Special Commands – Allow the user to exit from Network Tools. The commands are done, exit, and quit. NOTE The conventions used in describing the commands in Network Tools are as follows: Arguments enclosed by [ ] are required. Arguments enclosed by < > are optional. In the following command examples, the information entered by the user is shown in bold Helvetica font. To abort the output or interrupt a process, press the CONTROL key and c key simultaneously, designated as ^C here.
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 each bridge port 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 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.
Network Tools reset: Syntax: reset Description: The reset command initiates a hardware reset of the module. The reset command initializes the CPU. 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management 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.
Network Tools 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.
Chapter 5: Local Management telnet: Syntax: telnet [IP address] 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.
Network Tools Example: -> link_trap status LINK TRAP STATUS: Port 1 is ENABLED Port 3 is ENABLED Port 2 is DISABLED Port 4 is ENABLED -> link_trap disable 2 Link traps have been DISABLED on port 2 -> link_trap disable all Link traps have been DISABLED on all ports (1-24) -> link_trap status 3 Link traps are ENABLED on port 3 atm_stp_state: NOTE The atm_stp_state command is only available if an HSIM-A6DP is installed in the module (e.g., 6E13X-25).
Chapter 5: Local Management 5.30.2 Special Commands done, quit, exit: Syntax: done 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 6E138-25, 6E128-26, 6E139-25 and 6E129-26 Interface Modules. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS Processor: Intel i960 RISC processor control Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM): 16 MB FLASH Memory: 4 MB A.2 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Dimensions: 43.87 H x 5.71 W x 27.88 D (cm) 18.28 H x 2.38 W x 11.
Appendix A: Specifications A.4 INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS 6E128-26 Ports 1 through 24 Ethernet (10BASE-F compliant) with ST type connectors. Slots for optional Fast Ethernet Slots accept three types of optional Interface Modules Fast Ethernet Interface Modules: the (ports 25 and 26) FE100-TX, FE100-FX and the FE-100F3. 6E138-25 Ports 1 through 24 Ethernet (10BASE-F compliant) with ST type connectors. Slot for optional HSIM Slot accepts optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM).
COM Port Pinout Assignments A.5 COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS.
Appendix A: Specifications A-4 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 User’s Guide
APPENDIX B FE-100TX, FE-100FX AND FE-100F3 SPECIFICATIONS The 6E12X-26 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 25 26 FE-100F 2076_7 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 25 26 FE-100F 2076_8 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.
Appendix B: FE-100TX, FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Specifications B-4 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 User’s Guide
APPENDIX C MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS AND OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS 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: Mode Switch Bank Settings and Optional Installations Figure C-1 shows the location of the mode switches and the switch settings for normal operation. MODE SWITCH BANK Flash OFF ON 1 2 3 4 DRAM 5 6 7 8 Figure C-1 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 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.
Setting the Mode Switch NOTE After changing the position of switch 6, DO NOT reapply power to the chassis until there is a station acting as a BootP server, which contains the image file. After changing the position of switch 6 and restarting the module, the 6E12X-26 and 6E13X-25 request a new image download until they either receive a new image or the RESET button on the front panel is pressed.
Appendix C: Mode Switch Bank Settings and Optional Installations C.3 INSTALLING OPTIONAL FAST ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES Figure C-2 shows the location of the Fast Ethernet Interface Module connectors on the 6E12X-26 board for port slots 25 and 26. NOTE For instructions on installing a High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) in the 6E13X-25, refer to the applicable HSIM documentation.
Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules To install a Fast Ethernet Interface Module in port slot 25 or 26 of the 6E12X-26, 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: Mode Switch Bank Settings and Optional Installations Coverplate Rear Standoff Front Standoffs 25 26 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. 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 Front Standoffs 25 26 Figure C-4 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. 7.
Appendix C: Mode Switch Bank Settings and Optional Installations C-8 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 User’s Guide
INDEX Numerics 100BASE-TX requirements 2-2 10BASE-F requirements 2-2 10BASE-T requirements 2-2 802.
Index module date 5-42 module time 5-42, 5-48, 5-49 Module Uptime 5-43 Operational Mode 5-43, 5-51 screen lock-out time 5-43, 5-50 screen refresh time 5-42, 5-50 subnet mask 5-19, 5-42, 5-46 TFTP Gateway IP Addr 5-48 H Help related manuals 1-12 Technical Support 1-10 High Speed Interface screen 5-74 advertised ability 5-77 configuring an FE-100FX 5-77 configuring an FE-100TX 5-78 current operational mode 5-76 desired operational mode 5-76 link status 5-75 port type 5-75 setting the FE-100FX 5-77 setting th
Index link_trap 5-112 netstat 5-108 ping 5-108 reset 5-109 show 5-110 soft_reset 5-111 telnet 5-112 traceroute 5-111, 5-112, 5-113 O Operational Mode 5-18 P Password screen 5-7 Peak switch utilization 5-73 Physical properties A-1 Port Redirect Function 5-15, 5-30, 5-71 R RESET button 4-7 RMON Statistics screen 5-99, 5-103 S Safety A-3 Screen lock-out time 5-18, 5-21, 5-43, 5-50 Screen refresh time 5-21, 5-50 Screens Broadcast Suppression screen 5-89 Chassis Environmental Screen 5-29 Chassis Menu screen
Index Status 5-64 Switch address 5-63 type of STA 5-63 Switch Statistics screen 5-93 System Resources screen 5-71 current switch utilization 5-73 DRAM installed 5-72 Flash memory installed 5-72 NVRAM installed 5-72 peak switch utilization 5-73 reset peak switch utilization 5-73 T TFTP Gateway IP Addr 5-48, 5-81 Trap table configuration 5-28, 5-61 Traps enable 5-28 Troubleshooting 4-1 checklist 4-6 U Unpacking 3-1 Index-4 6E128-26, 6E138-25, 6E129-26 and 6E139-25 User’s Guide
