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NOTICE
Enterasys Networks and its licensors reserve the right to make changes in specifications and other
information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult
Enterasys Networks to determine whether any such changes have been made.
The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IN NO EVENT SHALL ENTERASYS NETWORKS AND ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER
(INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS
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POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Enterasys Networks, Inc.
35 Industrial Way
Rochester, NH 03866-5005
2001 by Enterasys Networks, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Printed in the United States of America
Order Number: 9033749 September 2001
X-Pedition and Enterasys Networks are registered trademarks of Enterasys Networks or its licensors. All
other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
FCC NOTICE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment uses,
generates, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed in accordance with the operator’s
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this device which are not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE
This digital apparatus does not exceed the class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus
set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté
par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
VCCI NOTICE
This is a class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio
disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.
CLASS A ITE NOTICE
WARNING: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Application of Council Directive(s):
89/336/EEC
73/23/EEC
Manufacturer’s Name:
Enterasys Networks, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address:
35 Industrial Way
PO Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03867
European Representative Name:
Mr. Jim Sims
European Representative Address:
Enterasys Networks Ltd.
Nexus House, Newbury Business Park
London Road, Newbury
Berkshire RG14 2PZ, England
Conformance to Directive(s)/
Product Standards:
EC Directive 89/336/EEC
EC Directive 73/23/EEC
EN 55022
EN 55024
EN 60950
EN 60825
Equipment Type/Environment:
Networking Equipment, for use in a
Commercial or Light Industrial Environment.
Enterasys Networks, Inc. declares that the equipment packaged with this notice conforms to the above
directives.
AGENCY STANDARDS
Safety
Meets the requirements of UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950, EN 60950, IEC 950,
73/23/EEC, and EN 60825.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Compliant with the requirements of FCC Part 15, CSA C108.8, EN 55022, EN 61000-3-2,
EN 61000-3-3, VCCI V-3, EN 55024, 89/336/EEC, and AS/NZS 3548.
ER16-SERC-04-AA
The ER16-SERC-04-AA Serial card provides wide area connectivity via 4 T1/E1 ports
with compression. These ports have the same switching and routing capabilities as those
provided by the ethernet line cards. The ports can switch at Layer-2, Layer-3, and Layer-4,
and perform both destination-based and flow-based switching. All ports are capable of
bridging at Layer-2, switching IP/IPX frames at Layer-3, and switching on Layer-4 flows.
SPECIFICATIONS
Ports
4 Serial ports with compression (up to 8MB per port)
ASIC Type
-AA (Advanced ASIC)
DMAC, IPP, OPP
Network Interfaces
60-Pin D-shell supporting 2 serial ports per connector
Physical Dimensions
Size: 52.9 cm H x 2.9 W x 40.1 D (20.9 in. H x 1.15 W x 15.8 D)
Weight: 2.72 kg (6.0 lbs)
Power Consumption
BTU/hr = 146.35
AC Volt Amps = 43.31
Temperature
Operating: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
Storage: -22° to 194° F (-30° to 90° C)
Humidity
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
CONNECTIVITY GUIDELINES
LEDs
Table 1
Recommended Cable Types and Specifications
Cable
Type
Max. Length
Connector
Serial
V.35, EIA-530, EIA-449, X.21
60-Pin D-Shell
Table 2
LED Indicators
LED
Condition
Status
Online (2)
Green
The unit is operational and functioning properly.
Offline (2)
Amber
The unit is not operational. You may remove the
unit from the chassis.
Tx (4)
Amber
A frame was transmitted.
Rx (4)
Amber
A frame was received.
Link (4)
Green
A valid link is established on the port.
