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xiv VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide TABLES Table Page 3-1 VHSIM-G02 LED Functionality .................................................3-2 A-1 Physical Properties of the VHSIM-G02.................................... A-1 A-2 Environmental Requirements of the VHSIM-G02 .................... A-1 A-3 Regulatory C...

VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 1-1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide . This manual describes the VHSIM-G02 and provides information concerning features, installation, troubleshooting, information on Local Management, and specifications for the VHSIM-G02 (Very Hig...

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-2 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 1.1 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of the VHSIM-G02. The following list provides an overview of each section of this ...

Document Conventions VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 1-3 1.2.2 Connectivity The VHSIM-G02 supports two modes of operation for the Gigabit interfaces. In one mode, the VHSIM-G02 supports one active and one redundant Gigabit Ethernet twisted pair port. In the other mode, both of the interfaces can be active at...

Chapter 1: Introduction 1-4 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 1.5 GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact Cabletron Systems using one the following methods. Before calling Cabletron Systems, have the following information ready: • Your Cabletron Systems service contract ...

VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 2-1 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION To install the VHSIM-G02 you need the following items: • Phillips screwdriver • Antistatic wrist strap (shipped with the VHSIM-G02) • Standoff screws (shipped with the VHSIM-G02) 2.1 UNPACKING THE VHSIM-G02 Unpack the VHSIM-G02 as follows: 1. Remove ...

Chapter 2: Installation 2-2 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 2.2 INSTALLING THE VHSIM-G02 You can install a VHSIM-G02 in any Cabletron Systems device that supports VHSIM technology (e.g., 2E253-49R, 6H252-17). The following sections provide instructions for installing a VHSIM-G02 in an interface module or in ...

Installing the VHSIM-G02 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 2-3 4. Lay the module down with the internal components facing up. 5. Refer to Figure 2-1 and remove the two faceplate mounting screws and the VHSIM coverplate. Save the screws. Figure 2-1 Removing the VHSIM Coverplate from the Host Platform Faceplate ...

Chapter 2: Installation 2-4 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 6. Refer to Figure 2-2 and position the VHSIM-G02 behind the module faceplate, above the connectors. Figure 2-2 Installing the VHSIM-G02 in the Host Platform 7. Align the VHSIM-G02 connectors with the VHSIM connectors on the module. ! CAUTION When i...

Installing the VHSIM-G02 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 2-5 8. Press down firmly on the VHSIM-G02 until the connectors slide all the way onto the pins. Ensure that the standoffs on the interface module align with the standoff screw holes on the VHSIM-G02. 9. Secure the VHSIM-G02 to the module faceplate usin...

Chapter 2: Installation 2-6 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 5. Refer back to Figure 2-1 and remove the two faceplate mounting screws and the VHSIM coverplate. Save the screws. 6. Refer back to Figure 2-2 and place the VHSIM-G02 module behind the standalone device faceplate. 7. Align the VHSIM-G02 connectors ...

Network Connections VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 2-7 2.3 NETWORK CONNECTIONS The VHSIM-G02 has two RJ45 connectors for the Gigabit Ethernet connections, Port 1 and Port 2. The cable used for connections is 4-pair Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair, conforming to the IEEE 802.3ab specification. The maximum...

Chapter 2: Installation 2-8 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 3. Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RCV (Receive) LED is ON (flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RCV LED is OFF and the XMT (Transmit) LED is not blinking amber, perform the following steps: a. Verify that the ...

VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 3-1 CHAPTER 3 LANVIEW LEDs This chapter describes how to use the LANVIEW LEDs to monitor the VHSIM-G02 status and diagnose VHSIM-G02 problems. Figure 3-1 shows the location of the VHSIM-G02 LEDs. Refer to Table 3-1 for a description of the LEDs. Section 3.2 describes redundanc...

Chapter 3: LANVIEW LEDs 3-2 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 3.2 REDUNDANCY The VHSIM-G02 supports two modes of operation. In the active mode, both interfaces are enabled, and all LED descriptions will apply to both ports. In the redundancy mode, one port is active while the other is redundant. In the redunda...

VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide 4-1 CHAPTER 4 LOCAL MANAGEMENT This chapter provides information about using Local Management with the VHSIM-G02. The VHSIM-G02 is managed using the Local Management Ethernet screens for configuration and statistics on the host platform. 4.1 REQUIREMENTS Make sure that the fol...

VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide A-1 APPENDIX A VHSIM-G02 SPECIFICATIONS This chapter lists the specifications and regulatory requirements for the VHSIM-G02. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS A.2 REGULA...

Appendix A: VHSIM-G02 Specifications A-2 VHSIM-G02 User’s Guide A.3 GIGABIT PORT PIN ASSIGNMENTS The following pin assignments are for the RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports on the VHSIM-G02. The twisted pair ports conform to the IEEE 802.3ab specification. The cables are 4-pair Category 5 UTP, up to 100 m...