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Installing Modular Media Interface Cards 2-1

Chapter 2

Installing Modular Media Interface Cards

Overview

Introduction

This chapter explains how to install FDDI Modular Media Interface (Mod-FDDI)
cards into the VNswitch 900FF module.

For detailed information on the available cards, refer to the FDDI Modular Media
Interface Cards Installation manual.

In This Chapter

Topic

Page

Installation Preparation

2-2

Removing the Slot Cover

2-3

Installing the Card

2-4

Removing the Card

2-6

Summary of Contents for VNswitch 900FF

Page 1: ...h 900FF Installation and Configuration Part Number EK DVNFF IN A01 January 1998 This manual describes how to install and configure the DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF module Revision Update Information This is...

Page 2: ...nse will be required to take whatever measures may be required to correct the interference Any modifications to this device unless expressly approved by the manufacturer can void the user s authority...

Page 3: ...Associated Documents xii Correspondence xiv Documentation Comments xiv Online Services xiv How to Order Additional Documentation xv Safety Overview xvii Precautions xviii 1 Product Introduction Overvi...

Page 4: ...900FF Overview 3 1 Introduction 3 1 In This Chapter 3 1 Module Components 3 2 Front Panel Features 3 3 Back Panel Features 3 6 How to Install the Module 3 8 Task 1 Compare the Power Ratings 3 8 Task...

Page 5: ...Specific Options 5 13 6 Configuring the Module in a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 Overview 6 1 Introduction 6 1 In This Chapter 6 1 Assigning an IP Address 6 2 DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 INSTALLATION MENU 6 3...

Page 6: ...D Descriptions A 3 Problem Solving Using LEDs A 5 B Connectors and Adapters Overview B 1 Introduction B 1 In This Appendix B 1 Connectors and Pin Assignments B 2 10BaseT Port 8 Pin MJ Straight Through...

Page 7: ...2 7 2 Unseating the Module 7 3 B 1 8 Pin MJ Straight Through Connector B 2 B 2 H8571 J Adapter B 3 B 3 H8575 A Adapter B 3 Tables 3 1 Front Panel LEDs and Connectors 3 3 3 2 Back Panel Feature Descri...

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Page 9: ...ch 900FF module and install a Fiber Distributed Data Interface FDDI Modular Media Interface Mod FDDI card It also provides problem solving connector and adapter and pin assignment information Intended...

Page 10: ...o the setup port on the DEChub ONE and the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 formerly DEChub 900 MultiSwitch Chapter 5 Provides information on how to configure the VNswitch 900FF in a DEChub ONE Chapter 6 Provi...

Page 11: ...icates user input in examples Return Indicates that you should press the Return key Term Definition FDDI Fiber Distributed Data Interface a set of industry standards for high speed fiber optic ring lo...

Page 12: ...on EK DEF1H IN Provides installation and operation guidelines for standalone module configuration a DEChub ONE MX docking station including mounting options and cabling clearVISN Installation Provides...

Page 13: ...ended LAN Reference EK DEBAM HR Describes how bridges are used to create extended local area networks LANs The descriptions include the use of bridges in extended LAN configurations information on LAN...

Page 14: ...ine Services To locate product specific information refer to the following online services BBS To read the Bulletin Board System set your modem to 8 bits no parity 1 stop bit and dial 978 506 5777 U S...

Page 15: ...800 DIGITAL By Mail U S A and Puerto Rico DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION P O Box CS2008 Nashua New Hampshire 03061 Place prepaid orders from Puerto Rico with the local DIGITAL subsidiary 809 754 7575 B...

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Page 17: ...nformation to prevent damage to equipment VORSICHT Enth lt Informationen die beachtet werden m ssen um den Benutzer vor Schaden zu bewahren ACHTUNG Enth lt Informationen die beachtet werden m ssen um...

Page 18: ...modules PRECAUCION La electricidad est tica puede da ar los componentes electr nicos y los m dulos DIGITAL recomienda que se utilicen cintas de pasadores y superficies de trabajo conectadas a tierra...

Page 19: ...e DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF module For further technical information on the VNswitch 900FF refer to DIGITAL VNswitch 900 Series Technical Overview and DIGITAL VNswitch 900 Series Switch Management In Thi...

Page 20: ...Nswitch modules while maintaining front panel connectivity Additionally each of the module s ports can be individually redirected to a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 backplane LAN segment The module includes...

Page 21: ...e firmware in nonvolatile flash memory using TFTP with clearVISN Flash Loader or with the DEChub ONE through the setup port with any TFTP server A built in SNMP management agent It supports a comprehe...

Page 22: ...ex FDDI Operable in either an FDDI tree or dual ring configuration FDDI port A M can be switched to emulate an M port of a concentrator This action causes FDDI port B S to automatically switch to emul...

Page 23: ...ports into VSDs Ability to join VSDs in different VNswitch modules across the VNbus Support of port groups within a MultiSwitch 900 to create larger distributed multicast domains Support for as many...

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Page 25: ...s how to install FDDI Modular Media Interface Mod FDDI cards into the VNswitch 900FF module For detailed information on the available cards refer to the FDDI Modular Media Interface Cards Installation...

Page 26: ...handling any modules Step Action 1 Remove the contents from the box and be sure to keep all original packing materials The card comes packed in protective antistatic material You should not remove th...

Page 27: ...Slot Cover To remove the slot cover from the module Figure 2 1 complete the following steps Figure 2 1 Removing the Slot Cover Step Action 1 Use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the two screws th...

Page 28: ...s and electronic components DIGITAL recommends using a grounded antistatic wrist strap and a grounded work surface when handling any modules 2 Hold the card by the edges on the bezel and position it s...

Page 29: ...Installing the Card Depending on the type of connector used on the card differences exist in the way the cables are attached and removed For cable connection information for the Mod FDDI card refer to...

Page 30: ...rounded antistatic wrist strap and a grounded work surface when handling any modules 2 Disconnect all cables from the card Refer to the card s documentation for cable removal information 3 Use a Phill...

Page 31: ...Installing Modular Media Interface Cards 2 7 Removing the Card Figure 2 3 Removing the Card NPB 0704 96F PHY...

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Page 33: ...DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF module and provides the tasks for installing the module into a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 formerly DEChub 900 MultiSwitch To install a module into a DEChub ONE or DEChub ONE MX do...

Page 34: ...scribes the front panel components including the icons that are on the module illustrated in Figure 3 1 Table 3 2 describes the back panel components illustrated in Figure 3 2 For more information abo...

Page 35: ...Name Description 1 Power LED Lights when the module has power 2 Module OK LED Lights when the module passes self test 3 VNbus Status LED Shows whether the module is properly connected to a VNbus backp...

Page 36: ...device to press the button 9 Address Label Contains the lowest of 256 consecutive Media Access Control MAC addresses 10 Port Status LEDs Shows the status of the Mod FDDI card A M or B S ports Indicate...

Page 37: ...ing the DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF 3 5 Module Components Figure 3 1 Front Panel LEDs and Connectors NPB 0830 97F FDDI FDDI FDDI 1 A M VNswitch 900FF B S A M B S 2 A M B S A M B S 0 1 3 4 8 7 5 2 6 10 11 1...

Page 38: ...itch 900 or DEChub ONE docking station 3 Grounding bolt Provides a chassis grounding connection between the module and the MultiSwitch 900 or the DEChub ONE docking station 4 Manufacturing label Lists...

Page 39: ...Installing the DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF 3 7 Module Components Figure 3 2 Back Panel Layout...

Page 40: ...e module complete the following tasks Task 1 Compare the Power Ratings Compare the module s power requirements 1 with the values shown in the Chassis Manager 2 status display Figure 3 3 If any of the...

Page 41: ...gure 3 4 Seating the Module Step Action 1 Place the module s mounting tab 1 into a mounting slot on the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 2 Pull up on the release lever 2 to its unlocked position 3 Pivot the mo...

Page 42: ...ating the module initiates the module s power up sequence If the LEDs do not operate as described refer to Appendix A Problem Solving For locations of the module s LEDs refer to Figure 3 1 Stage Descr...

Page 43: ...hrough 10BaseT 8 pin MJ port connectors for Ethernet To connect the LDM cable to the LDM port complete the following steps Figure 3 5 LDM Port Cable Connection Step Action 1 Align the release tab on t...

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Page 45: ...900 MultiSwitch chassis or the DEChub ONE docking station allows you to access and set DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF setup parameters This chapter describes how to access the module from either port and how...

Page 46: ...ch 900 Chassis Manager setup port and from the DEChub ONE docking station setup port conform to the EIA 232D signaling standard at 9600 baud To the user the port appears as a data terminal equipment D...

Page 47: ...n can be connected to a setup port device a terminal or personal computer by using the following cables and adapters 1 xx indicates cable length in meters If the setup port device is Use this cable Wi...

Page 48: ...egend identifies the setup port cabling in Figure 4 1 Step Action 1 Ensure that the transmit and receive baud rates on the setup port device are set to 9600 baud 2 Connect the setup port device to the...

Page 49: ...After all cables are connected go to one of the following chapters To Go to Configure the module in a DEChub ONE Chapter 5 Configure the module in a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 Chapter 6 BN24H H8571 J H85...

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Page 51: ...alled in a DEChub ONE docking station For further configuration information refer to DIGITAL VNswitch 900 Series Switch Management In This Chapter Topic Page Assigning an IP Address 5 2 Using Menus to...

Page 52: ...an configure the module s software using commands You can access these commands remotely via TCP IP Telnet or locally through the setup port on a DEChub ONE docking station To perform a Telnet session...

Page 53: ...EChub ONE docking station Depending on the configuration state of the module some options may vary To modify the configuration select 5 Go to Local Console The following example shows the dialog assoc...

Page 54: ...without losing the settings use option 2 Restart with Current Settings CAUTION This action deletes all configured settings and replaces them with factory default values All configuration settings are...

Page 55: ...d nonvolatile configuration storage parameters at their current values Allow approximately 1 minute for the module to restart The following example shows the dialog associated with this option VNswitc...

Page 56: ...blank The following example shows the dialog associated with this option VNswitch 900FF VNswitch 900FF 2 FDDI HW V1 2 1083 SW v 2 1 SysUpTime 6 days 00 03 18 28 resets SNMP Read Write Community publi...

Page 57: ...e self test The following example shows the dialog associated with this option The following pages describe the IP Configuration options Topic Page 1 Set SNMP Read Write Community 5 8 2 Set In Band In...

Page 58: ...ows the dialog associated with this option VNswitch 900FF SET SNMP READ WRITE COMMUNITY Format The format for a community name is a string consisting of 4 to 31 printable ASCII characters that describ...

Page 59: ...the same subnet as the module The following example shows the dialog associated with this option VNswitch 900FF IN BAND INTERFACE IP ADDRESS CONFIGURATION example 16 20 40 156 Interface IP Address Sub...

Page 60: ...Installation or DEChub ONE MX Installation for OBM port cabling information The following example shows the dialog associated with this option VNswitch 900FF OUT OF BAND INTERFACE IP ADDRESS CONFIGURA...

Page 61: ...e same subnet as your in band address The following example shows the dialog associated with this option VNswitch 900FF SET IN BAND INTERFACE DEFAULT GATEWAY ADDRESS example 16 20 40 156 To delete the...

Page 62: ...the module select 5 Go To Local Console from the VNswitch 900FF INSTALLATION MENU The system will display the copyright statements and the following prompt From the prompt you can perform additional...

Page 63: ...MENU If you select 2 List CRASH and DIAGNOSTIC Error Logs the screen shows the list of messages recorded to both logs Select option 1 to clear the information in the logs Select option 3 to return to...

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Page 65: ...900 formerly DEChub 900 MultiSwitch In This Chapter Topic Page Assigning an IP Address 6 2 DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 INSTALLATION MENU 6 3 9 Start Redirect Mode 6 4 Using Menus to Configure the Module...

Page 66: ...ign an IP address To do this complete the following steps Step Action 1 Install the module into a slot on the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 2 Redirect the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 Chassis Manager setup port...

Page 67: ...le s setup screen you must choose option 9 Start Redirect Mode DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 INSTALLATION MENU 1 Restart with Factory Defaults 2 Restart with Current Settings 3 Show...

Page 68: ...ompts you for a slot number as shown in the following example After you enter the number of the slot in which the VNswitch 900FF is installed the console is redirected to this slot NOTE The slot numbe...

Page 69: ...ing on the configuration state of the module some options may vary Note that when your module is installed in the MultiSwitch 900 the slot number where the module is installed appears at the top of th...

Page 70: ...the module without losing the settings use option 2 Restart with Current Settings CAUTION This action deletes all configured settings and replaces them with factory default values All configuration s...

Page 71: ...d nonvolatile configuration storage parameters at their current values NOTE Allow approximately 1 minute for the module to restart The following example shows the dialog associated with this option VN...

Page 72: ...ds are blank The following example shows the display associated with this option VNswitch 900FF slot 3 VNswitch 900FF 2 FDDI 1083 SW v2 1 SysUpTime 6 days 00 03 18 28 resets SNMP Read Write Community...

Page 73: ...r the module to restart and complete self test The following example shows the dialog associated with this option The following pages describe the IP Configuration options Topic Page 1 Set SNMP Read W...

Page 74: ...ws the dialog associated with this option VNswitch 900FF slot 3 SET SNMP READ WRITE COMMUNITY Format The format for a community name is a string consisting of four to 31 printable ASCII characters tha...

Page 75: ...on the same subnet as the module The following example shows the dialog associated with this option IN BAND INTERFACE IP ADDRESS CONFIGURATION example 16 20 40 156 Interface IP Address Subnet Mask Ot...

Page 76: ...age your module through the OBM port located on the MultiSwitch 900 To enable out of band management you need to assign an OBM IP address The following example shows the dialog associated with this op...

Page 77: ...your in band address The following example shows the dialog associated with this option SET IN BAND INTERFACE DEFAULT GATEWAY ADDRESS example 16 20 40 156 To delete the address enter 0 in the appropri...

Page 78: ...ole from the VNswitch 900FF INSTALLATION MENU The system will display the copyright statements and the following prompt From the prompt you can perform additional configuration Refer to DIGITAL VNswit...

Page 79: ...900FF INSTALLATION MENU If you select 2 List CRASH and DIAGNOSTIC Error Logs the screen shows the list of messages recorded to both logs Select option 1 to clear the information in the logs Select opt...

Page 80: ...matic VNbus Connection means that certain backplane channels will be reserved for a VNbus The channels will be reserved as soon as this feature is Enabled and will remain reserved until this feature i...

Page 81: ...ove the DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF module from a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 formerly DEChub 900 MultiSwitch To remove the VNswitch 900FF from a DEChub ONE refer to the DEChub ONE Installation manual or the D...

Page 82: ...he module the LDM cable must be removed To remove the cable Figure 7 1 complete the following steps Figure 7 1 Removing the LDM Cable Step Action 1 Press the release tab 1 on the side of the connector...

Page 83: ...tch 900 Figure 7 2 complete the following steps Figure 7 2 Unseating the Module Step Action 1 Lift the release lever 1 at the top of the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 slot 2 While holding up the release lev...

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Page 85: ...ng Overview Introduction This appendix describes how to diagnose and solve problems with the module using the light emitting diode LED displays In This Appendix Topic Page Normal Power up A 2 LED Desc...

Page 86: ...Interface Cards Installation manual Event Description 1 The module s Power LED lights as soon as power is applied to the unit 2 The module initiates its built in self test Flashing Port State LEDs and...

Page 87: ...escriptions LED Off On Green On Yellow Flashing Power LED No power or not enough power available in the MultiSwitch 900 Module is receiving power N A N A Module OK LED Self test has failed or is in pr...

Page 88: ...d for forwarding but is still receiving a valid link Port Activity LEDs No traffic is being received transmitted to the port Port is enabled onto the front panel and is transmitting or receiving heavy...

Page 89: ...the module or contact your DIGITAL service representative Table A 2 Problem Solving Using the Module LEDs Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action Power LED is off The module is not receiving 5 Vdc Ch...

Page 90: ...other unit in the MultiSwitch 900 may not be connected to an active VNbus channel If the module is connected to an active VNbus and the VNbus Activity LED is off the module is defective Ensure that th...

Page 91: ...e LED still fails to turn on the module is defective Ensure that the port is present If the Port Activity LED still fails to turn on then turn the module off momentarily by removing it from the power...

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Page 93: ...rs and Adapters Overview Introduction This appendix provides information on the connectors and their pin assignment and adapters used on the DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF module In This Appendix Topic Page C...

Page 94: ...its LDM 10BaseT front panel port Figure B 1 shows the 8 pin MJ straight through connector and its pin assignments Figure B 1 8 Pin MJ Straight Through Connector Table B 1 lists the pin assignments for...

Page 95: ...Figure B 2 H8571 J Adapter H8575 A Adapter Figure B 3 shows the H8575 A adapter 6 pin MMJ connector to 25 pin D sub connector and its pin assignments Figure B 3 H8575 A Adapter H8571 J 6 MMJ 9 D Sub...

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Page 97: ...able parts for the DIGITAL VNswitch 900FF module It also provides a list of connectors for the VNswitch 900FF module the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 900 formerly DEChub 900 MultiSwitch and the DEChub ONE and...

Page 98: ...41 F to 122 F Relative humidity 10 to 95 noncondensing Altitude Operating Nonoperating Sea level to 4267 m 14 000 ft Sea level to 12192 m 40 000 ft Power 41 5 W total power 6 8 A 5 Vdc 0 12 A 12 Vdc 0...

Page 99: ...es 1 B 10 dBA Table C 3 Schallemissionswerte Werteangaben nach ISO 9296 und ISO 7779 DIN EN27779 2 2 Aktuelle Werte f r spezielle Ausr stungsstufen sind ber die Digital Equipment Vertretungen erh ltli...

Page 100: ...ation on connectors for the card refer to the FDDI Modular Media Interface Cards Installation manual Connectors Quantity VNswitch 900FF 8 pin MJ 10BaseT 1 MultiSwitch 900 8 pin MJ setup port 1 DB 9 OB...

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