Cabletron Systems ESX-1320 - Manuals

Page 3 - NOTICE; FCC NOTICE

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide i NOTICE Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made. T...

Page 4 - CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC. PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT

Notice ii ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide DOC 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...

Page 7 - CONTENTS

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide v CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Using This Manual ....................................................................... 1-2 1.2 Features ...................................................................................... 1-2 1.3 Document Conventions .....

Page 9 - Welcome to the Cabletron Systems; Guide; Ethernet Workgroup Switches.

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 1-1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide for the ESX-1320 and ESX-1380 Ethernet Workgroup Switches. This manual describes the ESX-1320 and ESX-1380 switches and provides information concerning installation a...

Page 10 - Introduction; USING THIS MANUAL; i960 RISC Processor Controlled

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 1.1 USING THIS MANUAL You should have a general working knowledge of Ethernet or IEEE 802.3 type data networks and their physical layer components, prior to installing the ESX. The following summarizes the organization of this manual. ...

Page 11 - Release Notes; for a list of BRIMs currently supported by the ESX.; Memory

Features ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 1-3 Connectivity The ESX-1320 switch connects to the external Ethernet networks or workstations through the 12 standard RJ45 connectors on its front panel. The RJ45 connectors (interface ports) support Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) and Shielded Twisted P...

Page 12 - Management; The ESX provides Traditional Switching or future S; LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs; DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS; The following conventions are used throughout this document:

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-4 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Management The ESX can be managed using Local Management (LM) tools or remote SNMP management stations. Out-of-band Local Management is provided through RS232 COM ports on the front panel using a standard VT220 or VT320 terminal or emu...

Page 13 - Related Manuals; RELATED MANUALS; SPECTRUM Element Manager; GETTING HELP; Note; Tip; Caution

Related Manuals ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 1-5 1.4 RELATED MANUALS The following manuals may help the user to control and manage the ESX using SNMP network management systems. Cabletron Systems ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Local Management Guide Cabletron Systems SPECTRUM Element Manager Cabletron Sy...

Page 14 - anonymous

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-6 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Before calling Cabletron Systems Technical Support, have the following information ready: • A description of the failure • A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem (e.g., changing mode switches, rebooting the...

Page 15 - LANVIEW LEDs

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 2-1 CHAPTER 2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS This chapter provides descriptions of the controls and indicators for the ESX-1320 and ESX-1380 Ethernet Workgroup Switches shown in Figure 2-1. Figure 2-1 ESX-1320 and ESX-1380 Switches 2.1 LANVIEW LEDs The ESX-1320 and ESX-...

Page 16 - Chapter 2: Controls and Indicators; LCD DISPLAY; Cabletron Systems Local Management; SIMPLEX OR FULL DUPLEX MODE OPERATION

Chapter 2: Controls and Indicators 2-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 2.3 LCD DISPLAY The ESX is equipped with an LCD display located on the front panel. The LCD provides status information about the present as well as past conditions of the ESX. You can view power up diagnostics, firmware rev...

Page 17 - Simplex or Full Duplex Mode Operation; Local Management Guide.

Simplex or Full Duplex Mode Operation ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 2-3 To set a port for full duplex operation using MIB Navigator, proceed as follows: 1. Access Local Management as described in the ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Local Management Guide. 2. Select MIB Navigator via the Local Management Ma...

Page 19 - Installing the ESX on a shelf or into a standard rack (Section 3.7)

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-1 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION This chapter provides the instructions to install and connect the ESX to the network. It includes the following procedures: • Unpacking the ESX (Section 3.1) • Removing the chassis cover (Section 3.2) • Locating and setting the mode swi...

Page 20 - Chapter 3: Installation; UNPACKING THE ESX

Chapter 3: Installation 3-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3.1 UNPACKING THE ESX Unpack the ESX as follows: 1. Remove the shipping material covering the ESX. 2. Verify the contents of the packing carton. The carton, as shipped, should contain the following items: • ESX-13XX • Firmware Images, ...

Page 21 - Removing the Chassis Cover; REMOVING THE CHASSIS COVER; To remove the chassis cover, perform the following steps:

Removing the Chassis Cover ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-3 3.2 REMOVING THE CHASSIS COVER This section describes how to remove the ESX chassis cover. The chassis cover must be removed to install a BRIM, set the mode switch bank, or install SIMM memory upgrades. To remove the chassis cover, ...

Page 22 - Unfastening/Removing the ESX from the Rack

Chapter 3: Installation 3-4 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide a. Refer to Figure 3-1. Remove the four screws securing the ESX brackets to the rack, and then pull the ESX out from the front of the rack. Figure 3-1 Unfastening/Removing the ESX from the Rack b. Refer to Figure 3-2. Remove the four s...

Page 23 - Setting Mode Switches; SETTING MODE SWITCHES

Setting Mode Switches ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-5 3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws attaching the cover to the ESX chassis. (See Figure 3-3.) Figure 3-3 Removing the Chassis Cover 4. Remove the cover by sliding it backwards and lifting it up from the chassis. To reinsta...

Page 24 - ESX Mode Switch Location/Component Layout

Chapter 3: Installation 3-6 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Figure 3-4 ESX Mode Switch Location/Component Layout ESX Front Panel ESX TOP VIEW WITHOUT COVER LDRAM SDRAM BRIM NVRAMRESET Switch FLASH Mode Switch Bank 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OFF ON 15741-08

Page 25 - Switch definitions are as follows:

Setting Mode Switches ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-7 Switch definitions are as follows: • Switch 1 - Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 2 - Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 3 - Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 4 - Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 5 - Cabletron Systems use onl...

Page 26 - NVRAM RESET SWITCH; NVRAM Reset Switch

Chapter 3: Installation 3-8 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3.4 NVRAM RESET SWITCH The ESX uses Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM) to store user-entered parameters such as IP addresses and Community Names. The NVRAM reset switch (location shown in Figure 3-5), prepares the ESX electronic...

Page 27 - SIMM Upgrades; SIMM UPGRADES

SIMM Upgrades ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-9 3.5 SIMM UPGRADES The ESX allows memory upgrades for Shared DRAM, Local DRAM, and FLASH EEPROM. This section explains how to locate and add/replace a Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM) for any of these memory types. Cabletron Systems currently ...

Page 28 - To install a FLASH SIMM, refer to Figure 3-6 and proceed as follows:; Installing a FLASH SIMM

Chapter 3: Installation 3-10 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Installing the FLASH SIMM To install a FLASH SIMM, refer to Figure 3-6 and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the chassis cover as described in Section 3.2. 2. Locate the FLASH SIMM slot. (See Figure 3-4.) 3. Insert the SIMM between the co...

Page 29 - Locate the SDRAM or LDRAM SIMM slot as shown in Figure 3-4.; Installing an SDRAM or LDRAM SIMM

SIMM Upgrades ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-11 Installing the SDRAM or LDRAM SIMM To install an SDRAM or LDRAM SIMM, refer to Figure 3-7 and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the chassis cover as described in Section 3.2. 2. Locate the SDRAM or LDRAM SIMM slot as shown in Figure 3-4. 3. Insert ...

Page 30 - BRIM CONNECTION; BRIM Connector Location; INSTALLING THE ESX

Chapter 3: Installation 3-12 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3.6 BRIM CONNECTION Figure 3-8 shows the location of the Bridge/Router Interface Module (BRIM) connector on the ESX board. Refer to the BRIM Guide for installation procedures and additional information. Figure 3-8 BRIM Connector Locat...

Page 31 - Installing the ESX; Guidelines for Tabletop and Shelf Installations; Maintain a temperature of between 5; Installation; Tabletop or Shelf Installation

Installing the ESX ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-13 3.7.1 Tabletop or Shelf Installation The following two subsections provide guidelines for installation on a tabletop or shelf. Guidelines for Tabletop and Shelf Installations Tabletop and shelf installations must be within reach of the net...

Page 32 - Rackmount Installation; Guidelines for the Rackmount Installation

Chapter 3: Installation 3-14 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3.7.2 Rackmount Installation To install the ESX in a 19-inch rack, Cabletron Systems includes an accessory kit containing the rackmount brackets, mounting screws for attaching the rackmount brackets to the ESX chassis, and a strain-re...

Page 33 - Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket; Rack Mounting the ESX; Proceed as follows to install the ESX into a 19-inch rack.; Installing the Rack Mounting Brackets; Bracket

Installing the ESX ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-15 Figure 3-10 Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket Rack Mounting the ESX Proceed as follows to install the ESX into a 19-inch rack. 1. Remove and discard the four cover screws (two from each side) located along the front edges of each side of...

Page 34 - Installing the ESX in the Rack; Connecting to the Power Source; Connect power to the ESX as follows:

Chapter 3: Installation 3-16 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3. With the mounting brackets installed, position the ESX between the vertical frame members of the 19-inch rack and fasten it securely with four user-supplied mounting screws as shown in Figure 3-12. Figure 3-12 Installing the ESX in...

Page 35 - Pre-Network Installation Test; PRE-NETWORK INSTALLATION TEST

Pre-Network Installation Test ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-17 3. Observe the LCD and LANVIEW LEDs. As the ESX progresses through bootup, the following messages will be displayed: • “Cabletron Test in progress” • The CPU LED illuminates amber. • “Boot from Flash” • The CPU LED blinks amber ...

Page 36 - Send packets between the two workstations to verify the proper; Pre-Installation Test; Move Between Ports; File Server Workstation

Chapter 3: Installation 3-18 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4. Designate the first workstation as a file server and the second one as the client (refer to individual workstation manuals for instructions on assigning server/client relationships). 5. Send packets between the two workstations to ...

Page 37 - Connecting to the Network; CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK

Connecting to the Network ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 3-19 3.9 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section gives procedures for connecting the ESX-1320 twisted pair segment and the ESX-1380 multimode fiber optic segment to the network. It is recommended that the pre-installation test procedures ...

Page 38 - ESX-1320 Twisted Pair Connection; Verify that the port RECEIVE LED is either ON solid green or OFF.

Chapter 3: Installation 3-20 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Figure 3-14 ESX-1320 Twisted Pair Connection 2. Verify that the port RECEIVE LED is either ON solid green or OFF. Verify that the TRANSMIT LED is OFF or flashing green, yellow, or red. If these conditions are not met, perform the foll...

Page 40 - ST Connector Insertion; module. Use the same procedure for insertion of the ST connector.

Chapter 3: Installation 3-22 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 2. Attach one fiber to the applicable receive port on the module. Insert the ST connector into the port with the alignment slot on the connector inserted over the locking key on the port. Turn the connector clockwise to lock it down a...

Page 41 - USING LANVIEW

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4-1 CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information for troubleshooting network and ESX operational problems. The chapter describes the LANVIEW LEDs, provides a troubleshooting checklist, and explains how to use the LCD and the RESET button. 4.1 USING...

Page 42 - Chapter 4: Troubleshooting

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs LED Color Description Error ConditionRecommended Action CPU Off Power off. Turn power on. Red Blinking. SDRAM or LDRAM failure. Contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. Yellow Blinking. No communications w...

Page 43 - Using LANVIEW; Receive; LED

Using LANVIEW ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4-3 Receive Off Port enabled, no activity. No error. Green Solid. Port enabled, link, no activity. No error. Yellow Flashing. Indicates receive activity. No error. Red Solid. No link, port disabled.Blinking. Link but port disabled. Contact Cabletron...

Page 44 - TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST; Troubleshooting Checklist; Loss of Power to the ESX.

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-4 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4.2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If your ESX is not operating properly, refer to Table 4-2 for a checklist of some of the problems that can occur with the ESX, the possible causes for the problem, and suggestions for resolving the prob...

Page 45 - Problem

Troubleshooting Checklist ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4-5 Port(s) goes into standby for no apparent reason. Configurations where devices connect across ESX channels can cause the ESX to detect a looped condition. Discuss these configurations with Cabletron Systems Technical Support before i...

Page 46 - USING THE RESET BUTTON; RESET Button

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-6 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4.3 USING THE RESET BUTTON The RESET button shown in Figure 4-2 initializes the ESX processor without affecting the NVRAM. Figure 4-2 RESET Button To use the RESET button, use a pen or pencil to press and release the button. The ESX...

Page 47 - Using the LCD; USING THE LCD; LCD and DISPLAY Button; LCD

Using the LCD ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4-7 4.4 USING THE LCD The LCD displays messages concerning network statistics and diagnostic information such as Power-up diagnostics, Revision levels, MAC and IP addresses, and Error alerts. Depending on the type of message, the message may be disp...

Page 48 - Unsaved Initialization Messages

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-8 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Sections 4.4.1 through 4.4.5 describe the five types of LCD messages provided and, when applicable, the instructions for displaying them using the DISPLAY button. 4.4.1 Unsaved Initialization Messages The unsaved Initialization Mess...

Page 49 - Static System Messages; To Display the Messages; There are three ways to exit the Static System Messages:

Using the LCD ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4-9 4.4.2 Static System Messages The Static System Messages provide ESX configuration information. The product name must be displayed on the LCD before you can start stepping through the messages in the sequence shown in Table 4-3. To Display the Me...

Page 50 - Displays the ESX IP address.

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-10 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Table 4-3 Static System Messages Displayed Messages Comments Host IP Addressxxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Displays the ESX IP address. MAC Address00001dxxxxxx Displays the MAC address of channels 1 through 12, and 13 if a BRIM is installed. RAM ...

Page 51 - Alarm Messages; There are two ways to gain access and display the Alarm Messages:; To Exit; There are two ways to exit the Static System Messages:

Using the LCD ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4-11 4.4.3 Alarm Messages Alarm Messages pertain to events that occur within the ESX regarding port status. The messages that can be displayed are shown in Table 4-4. To Display the Messages There are two ways to gain access and display the Alarm Me...

Page 52 - Saved System Messages; Displays the individual link status of ports 1 through 13.

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-12 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide . 4.4.4 Saved System Messages Saved System Messages are device related startup or boot strap messages, BOOTP/TFTP host, or startup error messages. The following messages may be displayed: Table 4-4 Alarm Messages Displayed Messages...

Page 53 - There are two ways to access and display the saved System Messages:; There are two ways to exit the System Messages:

Using the LCD ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4-13 To Display the Messages There are two ways to access and display the saved System Messages: • From the product name displayPress and hold the DISPLAY button for 3 seconds while the product name (e.g., CABLETRON ESX-1320) is displayed. When the ...

Page 54 - Failure or Error Messages; The failure or error messages are as follows:

Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 4-14 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 4.4.5 Failure or Error Messages Failure or Error Messages appear when an unrecoverable condition occurs. These messages are not saved and cannot be recalled using the DISPLAY button. When any of these messages appear call Cabletron...

Page 55 - FUNCTIONALITY; 2 Sonic Controllers; COM PORT 1 AND COM PORT 2; Pin

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide A-1 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides the operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems ESX. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 FUNCTIONALITY FLASH Memory: 2 MB Shared Sonic Memo...

Page 56 - Appendix A: Specifications; ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS; Operating Temperature:; REGULATORY

Appendix A: Specifications A-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide A.3 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Operating Temperature: 5 ° to 40 ° C (41 ° to 104 ° F) Storage Temperature: -30 ° to 73 ° C (-22 ° to 164 ° F) Operating Humidity: 15% to 90% (non-condensing) A.4 REGULATORY Safety: UL 1950, CSA C22.2 ...

Page 57 - NETWORK REQUIREMENTS

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide B-1 APPENDIX B ETHERNET CABLING REQUIREMENTS This chapter contains general networking guidelines. Before attempting to install the ESX, review the requirements and specifications outlined in this chapter. B.1 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS Take care in planning and prepari...

Page 58 - Appendix B: Ethernet Cabling Requirements

Appendix B: Ethernet Cabling Requirements B-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide • Insertion Loss: Between frequencies of 5.0 and 10.0 MHz, the maximum insertion loss must not exceed 11.5 dB. This includes the attenuation of the cables, connectors, patch panels, and reflection losses due to impeda...

Page 59 - Multimode Fiber Optic Network; MULTIMODE FIBER OPTIC NETWORK; Cable Type: Use the following multimode fiber optic media:

Multimode Fiber Optic Network ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide B-3 B.3 MULTIMODE FIBER OPTIC NETWORK When connecting a multimode fiber optic link segment to the ESX-1380, ensure the network meets the following requirements: • Cable Type: Use the following multimode fiber optic media: - 50/125 µ ...

Page 61 - INDEX; Numerics

ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Index-1 INDEX Numerics 10BASE-F attenuation multimode B-3 connecting 3-21 link length multimode B-3 specifications B-3 10BASE-T connection of 3-19 impedance B-2 insertion loss B-2 link length B-1 specifications B-1 A Attenuation 10BASE-F multimode B-3 10BASE-T B-...

Page 62 - Index

Index Index-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Installation FLASH SIMM 3-10 LDRAM SIMM 3-11 network connection 3-19 pre-network testing 3-17 rackmount 3-14 SDRAM SIMM 3-11 tabletop or shelf 3-13 twisted pair connection 3-19 L LANVIEW LEDs 1-4, 4-1 LCD display purpose of 1-4 LCD messages alarm me...

Page 65 - POWER SUPPLY CORD

POWER SUPPLY CORD The mains cord used with this equipment must be a 2 conductor plus ground typewith minimum 0.75 mm square conductors and must incorporate a standard IECappliance coupler on one end and a mains plug on the other end which is suitablefor the use and application of the product and tha...