GatesAir Intraplex DS-64NC, Installation And Operation Manual

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Appendix A –Module Adapters for the DS-64NC Module DS-64NC Synchronous Data Module
Version 9.1
GatesAir A-13
Intraplex Products
Table A-6. Problems and Solutions for MA-427 LAN Bridge Module Adapter
Problem Probable Cause Solution
LINK indicator light not on
No LAN connection Remove and reconnect the RJ-45 cable connector into the
MA-427 port.
Wrong cable for device
connection
Check that the proper cable is being used for the
connection. Use UTP RJ-45 cable connector for hub or
Ethernet switch. Use UTP RJ-45 cable connector with
crossover for PC or NIC (Table A-5).
Problem with LAN See your network administrator.
T1/E1 link not working Contact your T1/E1 service provider.
No LAN-to-LAN
communication (data is
not being sent or
received)
No LAN connection Verify that LINK light is on. If it is not, see solution to the
previous “LINK indicator light not on” problem.
Incompatible switch
settings
Verify that the COMPR switch settings are the same on both
ends of the network.
Verify the FILTER switch settings are the same on both
ends of the network.
Verify that the WMODE and MODE 0-4 switches are set to
their defaults (Table A-5).
Problem with LAN See your network administrator.
Synchronous data link
is not working
Check the DS-64NC module operation (Section 4.1 –
Troubleshooting with the Internal Test Pattern Generator).
WAN TX/RX light and LAN
TX/RX light are always on
MODE 0 switch is in
the DOWN position
Set MODE 0 switch into the UP position. Figure A-12 shows
switch’s location.
A.4 MA-428 Enhanced LAN Bridge Module Adapter
The MA-428 module adapter adds these features to the MA-427 technology:
●
VLAN capabilities
● Asymmetric bandwidth
● Prioritization based on VLAN and QoS
● Auto-negotiation or user-defined fixed operation at 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps in either full- or half-
duplex mode
This section covers MA-428 operation and troubleshooting. Figure A-12 shows the top and side views
of this module adapter (MA) with labels for
●
DIP switches.
● Connectors.
● Jumpers.
● Indicator lights.