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Contents vii Contents Figures ............................................................................................................................................ixTables.............................................................................................................................

viii Contents 3 3.1 Unpacking the Module .................................................................................... 3-2 3.2 Installing Optional FLASH Upgrade ................................................................ 3-2 3.3 Installing the Module into the Matrix E7 Chassis .............

Figures ix Figure Page Figures 1-1 6H302-48 and 6H303-48 Modules .................................................................................. 1-2 3-1 Installing a Module into the Matrix E7 Chassis ................................................................ 3-4 3-2 Installing a Module into...

x Tables Table Page Tables 3-1 Contents of Module Carton ...........................................................................................3-2 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs ............................................................................................................4-3 4-2 Troubleshooting...

About This Guide xi About This Guide Welcome to the 6H302-48 and 6H303-48 Fast Ethernet User’s Guide. This guide describes the Fast Ethernet modules and provides information concerning network requirements, installation, and troubleshooting. For information about how to use Local Management to confi...

Structure of This Guide xii About This Guide STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE This guide is organized as follows: This chapter provides preliminary information to aid in using this manual, lists technology and user guides that may help the user set up and manage the module, and gives instructions on how to g...

Document Conventions About This Guide xiii DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The guide uses the following conventions: Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance. Tip symbol. Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions. Caution symbol. Contai...

Getting Help xiv About This Guide GETTING HELP For additional support related to the module or this document, contact Enterasys Networks using one of the following methods: Before contacting Enterasys Networks for technical support, have the following information ready: • Your service contract numbe...

Introduction 1-1 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the 6H302-48 and 6H303-48 Fast Ethernet modules. The 6H302-48 module ( Figure 1-1 ) features 48 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX switched ports connected through 48 RJ45 front panel connectors. The 6H303-48 module ( Figure 1-1 ) features 48 10BASE-T/100BASE...

Connectivity Introduction 1-3 1.1 CONNECTIVITY The module connects to Ethernet networks or workstations through the front panel connectors. The ports support Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms at lengths up to 100 meters. The ports are IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T ...

Remote Monitoring (RMON) 1-4 Introduction SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Enterasys Networks’ terminology for load balancing or load sharing. SmartTrunk provides the ability to take full advantage of the network’s redundant bandwidth. SmartTrunk divides network traffic across multi...

Traffic Rate Limiting Introduction 1-5 The VLAN redirect function is similar to the port redirect function except that the frames received by the module are redirected to a designated destination port according to the VLAN classification of the frames received. Multiple VLANs can be directed to the ...

GARP Switch Operation 1-6 Introduction The module supports Frame based 802.3x flow control. Frame based 802.3x flow control is supported on all Ethernet ports operating in the full-duplex mode. Flow control can be enabled or disabled on a port-by-port basis. Back pressure flow control is not support...

Management Introduction 1-7 Installation in the SmartSwitch 6000 (6C105) Chassis The SmartSwitch 6000 chassis can be viewed as a single entity with a single IP address. Its systems management functions are distributed to all modules, including the 6H302-48 or 6H303-48. The chassis can be managed usi...

Standards Compatibility 1-8 Introduction 1.15 STANDARDS COMPATIBILITY The 6H302-48 and 6H303-48 modules are fully compliant with the IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.1D, and 802.1Q standards. The modules provide IEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA) support to enhance the overall reliability of t...

Network Requirements 2-1 2 Network Requirements Before installing the module, review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the following: • SmartTrunk ( Section 2.1 ) • 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network ( Section 2.2 ) • 100BASE-T Twisted Pair Network ( Section 2.3 )...

3 Installation This chapter provides the instructions to install the 6H302-48 or 6H303-48 module. A Phillips screwdriver is required to install options into the module. Follow the order of the sections listed below to correctly install the module. • Unpacking the Module ( Section 3.1 ) • Installing ...

Unpacking the Module 3-2 Installation 3.1 UNPACKING THE MODULE Unpack the module as follows: 1. Open the box and remove the packing material protecting the module. 2. Verify the contents of the carton as listed in Table 3-1 . 3. Remove the tape seal on the non-conductive bag to remove the module. 4....

Installing the Module into the Matrix E7 Chassis Installation 3-3 To install a module, refer to Figure 3-1 and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the blank panel covering the slot in which the module will be installed. All other slots must remain covered to ensure proper airflow and cooling. (Save the bl...

Installing the Module into the Matrix E7 Chassis 3-4 Installation Figure 3-1 Installing a Module into the Matrix E7 Chassis 3387_12 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 Backplane Connectors POWER OK/ REDUNDANCY FAN STATUS 6C207-1 ACON 10 AC ON POWER OK/ REDUNDANCY FAN STATUS 6C207-1 ACON 10 AC ON Metal Back-Panel Circuit ...

Installing the Module into the 6C105 Chassis Installation 3-5 5. Examine the module for damage. If any damage exists, DO NOT install the module. Immediately contact Enterasys Networks. Refer to “ Getting Help ,” in About This Guide . 6. Locate the slot guides that line up with the number of the slot...

Installing the Module into the 6C105 Chassis 3-6 Installation Figure 3-2 Installing a Module into the 6C105 Chassis 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 Backplane Connector Metal Back-Panel Circuit CardCard Guides Slot Number 3387_02 FAST ENET 6H302-48 GROUP GROUP SELECT RESET COM CPU 11X 1X G R O U P 1 23X 13X G R O U P ...

Connecting to the Network Installation 3-7 3.5 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting unshielded twisted pair (UTP) segments from the network or other devices to the 6H302-48 ( Section 3.5.1 ), or the 6H303-48 ( Section 3.5.2 ). For details on how to get manual...

Connecting to the Network 3-8 Installation Figure 3-3 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the 6H302-48 . 3. Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX (Receive) LED is ON (flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green). If the RX LED is OFF and the TX (Transmit) LED is not blinking amb...

Connecting to the Network Installation 3-9 Figure 3-4 Crossover Cable RJ45 Pinouts Figure 3-5 Straight-Through Cable RJ45 Pinouts e. Ensure that the twisted pair connection meets the dB loss and cable specifications outlined in the Cabling Guide. Refer to About This Guide for information on obtainin...

Connecting to the Network 3-10 Installation To connect a UTP segment to the 6H303-48, proceed as follows: 1. Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is powered ON. 2. If using an RJ21 straight connector, plug it into the appropriate RJ21 port as shown in Figure 3-6 . Figure ...

Completing the Installation Installation 3-11 b. Verify that the RJ21 connectors on the twisted pair segment have the proper pinouts and check the cable for continuity. c. Check that the twisted pair connection meets the specifications in the Cabling Guide. If a link is not established, contact Ente...

Troubleshooting 4-1 4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information concerning the following: • Using LANVIEW ( Section 4.1 ) • Troubleshooting Checklist ( Section 4.2 ) • Using the RESET Button ( Section 4.3 ) 4.1 USING LANVIEW The modules use a built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring ...

Using LANVIEW 4-2 Troubleshooting Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (both modules) Table 4-1 describes the LED indications and provides recommended actions as appropriate. NOTE: The terms flashing, blinking, and solid used in Table 4-1 indicate the following: Flashing indicates an LED is flashing randomly. Bl...

Using LANVIEW Troubleshooting 4-3 Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs LED Color State Recommended Action CPU Off Power off. Ensure chassis has adequate power. Red Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred. Contact Enterasys Networks for technical support. Solid. Resetting, normal power up reset. If the LED remains...

Using LANVIEW 4-4 Troubleshooting TX(Transmit) Off Port enabled, and no activity. Should flash green every two seconds indicating BPDUs being sent if STA is enabled and there is a valid link. 1. Ensure that the STA is enabled and that there is a valid link. 2. Contact Enterasys Networks for technica...

Troubleshooting Checklist Troubleshooting 4-5 4.2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST If the module is not working properly, refer to Table 4-2 for a checklist of problems, possible causes, and recommended actions to resolve the problem. Table 4-2 Troubleshooting Checklist Problem Possible Cause Recommended A...

Troubleshooting Checklist 4-6 Troubleshooting Cannot contact the module through in-band management. IP address not assigned. Refer to the appropriate Local Management User’s Guide for the IP address assignment procedure. Port is disabled. Enable port. Refer to the appropriate Local Management User’s...

Using the RESET Button Troubleshooting 4-7 4.3 USING THE RESET BUTTON The RESET button shown in Figure 4-2 resets and re-initializes the module. Figure 4-2 RESET Button (both modules) To reset the module processor, press and release the RESET button. The module goes through a reset process for appro...

Specifications A-1 A Specifications This appendix provides operating specifications for the 6H302-48 and 6H303-48 modules. Enterasys Networks reserves the right to change the specifications at any time without notice. If not specified by module name, the statistics are the same for both modules. A.1...

6H302-48 / 6H303-48 Specifications A-2 Specifications Environmental Requirements Operating Temperature: 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Storage Temperature: -30°C to 73°C (-22°F to 164°F) Operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 90% (non-condensing) Input/Output Ports 6H302-48: Ports 1 through 48: Fast Ethern...

COM Port Pinout Assignments Specifications A-3 A.2 COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS. Table A-2 shows the COM port pin assignments. A.3 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE The 6H302-48 and 6H303-48 modules meet the follow...

Mode Switch Bank Settings and Options B-1 B Mode Switch Bank Settings and Options This appendix covers the following items: • Required tools ( Section B.1 ) • Locations, functions, and settings for the mode switches ( Section B.2 ) • Upgrading the FLASH ( Section B.3 ) B.1 REQUIRED TOOLS Use the fol...

Setting the Mode Switches B-2 Mode Switch Bank Settings and Options B.2 SETTING THE MODE SWITCHES Figure B-1 shows the location of the mode switches and the switch settings for normal operation. These switches are set at the factory and rarely need to be changed. Switch definitions and positions are...

FLASH Upgrade B-4 Mode Switch Bank Settings and Options B.3 FLASH UPGRADE FLASH upgrade is available for the switch to expand from 8 to 16 MB. This section explains how to locate and add/replace the FLASH module. For details on getting help, refer to “ Getting Help ,” in About This Guide . B.3.1 Loc...

FLASH Upgrade Mode Switch Bank Settings and Options B-5 B.3.2 Installing the FLASH Module To install a FLASH module, refer to Figure B-3 and proceed as follows: 1. With the FLASH module oriented as shown in Figure B-3 , insert the FLASH module down between the connector. 2. Pivot the FLASH module do...

Index-1 Index Numerics 100BASE-TX requirements 2-2 10BASE-T connection 3-7 , 3-9 requirements 2-1 802.1p Port Priority introduction to 1-6 A Auto-Negotiation 1-3 B Broadcast Suppression introduction to 1-4 C Cable connections 6H302-48 3-7 6H303-48 3-9 Cable specifications 100BASE-TX network 2-2 10BA...