Cabletron Systems HSIM-W87 - Manuals

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-2 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Chapter 2 , Installation , describes how to install an HSIM-W87 into an interface module or a standalone device (host platform). Chapter 3 , LANVIEW LEDs , describes how to use the HSIM-W87 LEDs to monitor the HSIM performance and status. Chapter 4 ,...

Overview HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 1-3 The HSIM-W87 has its own i960 HD microprocessor used to process data packets, provide simple configuration, Inverse Multiplexer functionality, and statistics processing. The SmartSwitch host platform provides the required logical IP Host services. The HSIM-W87 is d...

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-4 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 1.3 DATA FLOW IN THE HSIM-W87 The T3 port receives the DS3 data through the coaxial interface. A T3 framer/Multiplexer strips off the T3 framing and provides 28 individual T1 data streams. The T1 data streams are then terminated by T1 framers, which ...

Features HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 1-5 The primary function of the HSIM-W87 is to provide LAN to WAN access. WAN physical connectivity will be supported through the use of a T3 interface with an unbalanced 75 ohm coaxial cable pair. LAN to WAN connectivity will be supported through HDLC and T1 Inverse M...

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-6 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide • The IMUX function is configurable using the Network Tools command, imux, described in Chapter 4 . 1.4.4 Priority Queuing WAN IP Priority Queuing is used to prioritize IP packets from a specified IP address. This prioritization ensures that certain ...

Document Conventions HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 1-7 • RFC 1213 (MIBII) support for the Interface Table • Cabletron Enterprise MIBs Refer to the Release Notes included with the host platform for a list of all MIBs supported by the HSIM-W87. For information about how to extract and compile individual MIBs,...

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-8 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 1.6 RELATED DOCUMENTATION The documentation for the host platform in which the HSIM-W87 is to be installed provides additional information about the setup of the HSIM-W87. The host documentation is not listed below, as there can be many different hos...

Getting Help HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 1-9 1.7 GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center: Before calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center, have the following information ready: • Your Cabletron Systems service contrac...

HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 2-1 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION To install the HSIM-W87 the following items are required: • Antistatic wrist strap (shipped with the HSIM-W87) • Phillips screwdriver 2.1 UNPACKING THE HSIM-W87 Unpack the HSIM-W87 as follows: 1. Remove the HSIM-W87 from the shipping box. 2. Leave the...

Chapter 2: Installation 2-2 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 2.2 INSTALLING THE HSIM-W87 An HSIM-W87 can be installed in any Cabletron Systems device that supports HSIM technology (e.g., 2H252-25R, 2E42-27, 6E132-25). The following subsections provide instructions for installing an HSIM-W87 in a host platform....

Installing the HSIM-W87 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 2-3 Figure 2-1 Removing the HSIM Coverplate 6. Refer to Figure 2-2 and place the HSIM-W87 behind the module faceplate. Faceplate Mounting Screws HSIM Coverplate 2555_03 Host Platform

Chapter 2: Installation 2-4 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Figure 2-2 Installing the HSIM-W87 7. Align the connector on the HSIM-W87 with the pins on the module. 8. Press down firmly on the connector area of the HSIM-W87 until the connector slides all the way onto the pins. Ensure that the standoffs on the i...

Installing the HSIM-W87 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 2-5 9. Secure the HSIM-W87 to the module faceplate using the mounting screws saved in Step 5 . 10. Secure the HSIM-W87 to the module standoffs using the standoff screws included in the HSIM-W87 shipping materials. 11. Reinstall the interface module in th...

Chapter 2: Installation 2-6 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 8. Press down firmly on the HSIM-W87 until the connector slides all the way onto the HSIM pins. Ensure that the standoffs on the standalone device align with the standoff screw holes on the HSIM-W87. 9. Secure the HSIM-W87 to the module faceplate usi...

HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 3-1 CHAPTER 3 LANVIEW LEDs 3.1 LANVIEW LEDS This chapter describes how to use the LANVIEW LEDs to monitor the HSIM-W87 status and diagnose HSIM-W87 problems. Figure 3-1 shows the location of the HSIM-W87 LEDs. Figure 3-1 HSIM-W87 LANVIEW LEDs NOTE The terms flashing, blinking, ...

Chapter 3: LANVIEW LEDs 3-2 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Table 3-1 HSIM-W87 LEDs LED Color Definition Processor (CPU) Off Power Off Green (solid) Fully operational Red (solid) System in reset mode (temporary) Link (LNK) Red No Link or Receive signal Amber Traffic on at least one port Green Link but sync ma...

HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4-1 CHAPTER 4 MANAGEMENT This chapter describes Local Management and the Network Tools utility. Local Management allows access to statistics screens that apply to the HSIM-W87 through the host platform. Network Tools allows access to a command set from which you can configure a...

Chapter 4: Management 4-2 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Figure 4-1 Typical Hierarchy of Local Management Screens NOTE Different versions of the firmware may display a different hierarchy. Check the host platform manual if the hierarchy displayed does not match the one in Figure 4-1 . The HSIM/VHSIM Statisti...

Network Tools HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4-3 4.2 NETWORK TOOLS The Network Tools utility allows management of objects in the HSIM-W87 Management Information Bases (MIBs). MIBs are databases of objects used for managing the device and configuring the HSIM-W87. The commands within the MIB Navigator allow t...

Chapter 4: Management 4-4 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4.2.1 Commands The Network Tools function resides on the host platform and allows the user to access and manage network devices. Figure 4-2 shows the Network Tools Help screen. Screens may be slightly different depending on the host platform and the ve...

Chapter 4: Management 4-8 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide command: wanpq Syntax: wanpqwanpq -eawanpq -dawanpq -aip <IPADDRESS> wanpq -dip <IPADDRESS> Description: WAN IP Priority Queuing is used to prioritize IP packets from a specified IP address. <IPADDRESS> - The Internet Protocol (IP) ad...

Network Tools HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4-9 command: ds1alarm Syntax: ds1alarmds1alarm -[ea | da] <WANID>ds1alarm -[et | dt] <WANID>ds1alarm -sec <WANID> <VALUE>ds1alarm -sei <WANID> <VALUE>ds1alarm -mr <WANID> Description: The ds1alarm function allows the user ...

Network Tools HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4-11 Example: command: dsx3 Syntax: dsx3 dsx3 neardsx3 near <1..96>dsx3 linetype <M23|CBITPARITY> <line>dsx3 loopback <no|payload|line> <line>dsx3 txclksrc <loop|local> <line>dsx3 <line>dsx3 <line> <PES|PSES...

Network Tools HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4-13 4.2.3 Special Commands done, quit, exit: Syntax: done quitexit Description: The done, exit, or quit command enables the user to exit from Network Tools and return to the Main Menu screen. All three commands perform the same function. Options: Not Applicable E...

Chapter 4: Management 4-14 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4.3 SAMPLE IMUX CONFIGURATION The following is a sample of a common configuration. To perform an IMUX configuration for the setup shown in Figure B-1 , in Appendix B , follow these steps: 1. To add channels to an IMUX group:Enter: imux 1 -ac 1 29(this...

Sample IMUX Configuration HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 4-15 2. After all the desired channels have been added to the group (four were put in the group in this example), the group must be enabled: Enter: imux 1 -eg 1 The screen shows the response to the imux command to enable group 1 in Figure 4-4 . Figure ...

Chapter 4: Management 4-16 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Figure 4-5 Enabling the IMUX Application This configuration is complete. More groups can be added as needed. The commands dsx1 and/or ds1alarm can be used to verify the interface numbers configured. Done, exit, or quit may be used after verification t...

HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 5-1 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HSIM-W87 Problems in setup can occur in hardware, software, or firmware setups. The following sections detail some of the problems encountered and the possible solution. If a problem persists, contact the Cabletron Systems G...

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 5-2 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Status (STS) LED is OFF The port is operating normally. If it is not, and this LED is OFF, the port may be disabled. Use management to make sure that the WAN interface on the HSIM-W87 is configured correctly. Status (STS) LED is RED A RED alarm in...

Troubleshooting the HSIM-W87 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide 5-3 5.1.2 Investigating Software Configuration Problems Software problems usually occur when your software configuration contains incomplete or incorrect information. Device not forwarding packets • Ensure that the proper DS1 transmit clock source i...

HSIM-W87 User’s Guide A-1 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS This chapter lists the specifications and regulatory requirements for the HSIM-W87. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES A.2 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS WAN Interface...

Appendix A: Specifications A-2 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide A.3 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE This equipment meets the following safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements: Safety UL 1950 and CSA C22.2 No. 950 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) FCC Part 15, EN 55022, CSA C108.8, EN 50082-1, VCCI ...

HSIM-W87 User’s Guide B-1 APPENDIX B TYPICAL CONFIGURATION Typical configuration is a head-end WAN aggregation point for up to 28 T1s into a single WAN physical interface. The HSIM-W87 can uplink any combination of single T1s or multiple T1 IMUX groups to the backbone. The HSIM-W87 has an internal M...

Appendix B: Typical Configuration B-2 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Figure B-1 HSIM-W87 IMUX Operational M13 Telco Cloud 28 T1 Lines T3 configW87 2E42-27s with HSIM-W84s 2E42-27 with an HSIM-W87 CSX400 T1 Configuration IMUX Configuration CSX400 CSX400 CSX400

HSIM-W87 User’s Guide C-1 APPENDIX C WAN TERMS AND ACRONYMS This appendix provides definitions for WAN terms and acronyms. AIS — Alarm Indication Signal, The DS3 AIS is framed with “stuck stuffing”. This implies that it has a valid M-subframe alignment bits, M-frame alignment bits, and P bits. The i...

Appendix C: WAN Terms and Acronyms C-6 HSIM-W87 User’s Guide UAS — Unavailable Seconds, the number of seconds that the DS3 interface is unavailable. WAN — Wide Area Network, a network spanning a large geographic area. WPIM — WAN Physical Interface Module, Cabletron Systems modules that provide conne...