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

viii Contents 3 INSTALLATION 3.1 Unpacking the Module .................................................................................... 3-2 3.2 Installing Optional FLASH Upgrade ................................................................ 3-2 3.3 Installing the Module into the MATRIX E7 Chass...

Figures ix Figures Figure Page 1-1 The 6H308-24 and 6H308-48 Modules ........................................................................... 1-2 3-1 Installing the Module into the MATRIX E7 Chassis ......................................................... 3-4 3-2 Installing the Module into the 6...

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

About This Guide xi About This Guide Welcome to the 6H308-24 and 6H308-48 Fast Ethernet User’s Guide. This guide describes the 6H308-24 and 6H308-48 modules and provides information concerning network requirements, installation, and troubleshooting. For information about how to use Local Management ...

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: Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance. TIP: Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions. CAUTION: Contains information essent...

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

Introduction 1-1 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the 6H308-24 and 6H308-48 Fast Ethernet switching modules. The 6H308-24 module ( Figure 1-1 ) features 24 100BASE-FX switched ports connected via 24 MT-RJ fiber connectors. The 6H308-48 module ( Figure 1-1 ) features 48 100BASE-FX switched port...

1-2 Introduction Figure 1-1 The 6H308-24 and 6H308-48 Modules 48 100BASE-FX Fiber Optics Ports (100 Mbps) RESET C O M CPU FAST ENET 6H308-48 GROUP GROUP SELECT 4 G R O U P 3 1X 12X G R O U P 1 35491_01 Group Select LEDs Port Status LEDs Group Select Switch COM Port System LED RESET C O M CPU FAST EN...

Connectivity Introduction 1-3 1.1 CONNECTIVITY The module connects to Ethernet networks or workstations through the front panel connectors. The ports are IEEE 802.3 100BASE-FX compliant, using MT-RJ fiber connectors for multimode fiber. 1.2 RUNTIME IP ADDRESS DISCOVERY This feature enables the modul...

SmartTrunk 1-4 Introduction 1.4 SmartTrunk Traditional 802.1D Spanning Tree Bridges only allow one active data path between any two switches; all other parallel data paths are in Standby or Blocking mode. If one interface or path should fail, then the other interface automatically comes out of Block...

Port/VLAN Redirect Functions Introduction 1-5 1.7 PORT/VLAN REDIRECT FUNCTIONS The port redirect function, also referred to as “Port Mirroring,” is a troubleshooting tool used to map traffic from a single source port to a single destination port within the module. This feature allows frames, includi...

Flow Control 1-6 Introduction 1.9 FLOW CONTROL Flow control is a method of managing the flow of frames between two devices. It ensures that a transmitting device does not overwhelm a receiving device with data. This is accomplished by the transmitting device pausing its transmission while the receiv...

Distributed Chassis Management Introduction 1-7 1.12 DISTRIBUTED CHASSIS MANAGEMENT Installation in the 6C107 MATRIX E7 Chassis From a management perspective, 6x3xx modules in the MATRIX E7 chassis can be managed separately by individual IP addresses. Any modules in the MATRIX E7 can be selected and...

Switching Options 1-8 Introduction 1.14 SWITCHING OPTIONS The module provides 802.1Q switching between all of the front panel interfaces. In the 802.1Q mode (the default mode of operation), the module functions as an 802.1D switch until VLANs are configured. IEEE 802.1Q switching allows migration to...

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 ) • 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Network ( Section 2.2 ) The network installation must meet the requirem...

Installation 3-1 3 Installation This chapter provides the instructions to install the 6H308-24 or 6H308-48. 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 ) • I...

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 3.3 INSTALLING THE MODULE INTO THE MATRIX E7 CHASSIS The module can be installed in any of the slots that are available. To install a module, refer to Figure 3-1 and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the blank panel covering the slot in w...

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 in...

Connecting to the Network Installation 3-7 3.5 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting fiber optic cable from the network or other devices to the module. For details on how to get manuals, refer to the “Related Documents” section in About This Guide . The front ...

Connecting to the Network 3-8 Installation Figure 3-3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the Module 4. 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 amber, p...

Completing the Installation Installation 3-9 c. Verify that the fiber connection meets the dB loss and cable specifications for multimode cabling, as outlined in the Cabling Guide. If a link is not established, see Chapter 4 before contacting Enterasys Networks. Refer to “Getting Help” in About This...

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 6H308-24 and 6H308-48 modules use Enterasys Networks’ built-in ...

Using LANVIEW Troubleshooting 4-3 RX (Receive) Off No link. No activity or port in standby. Port enabled or disabled. None. Green Solid. Link, port enabled, no activity. None. Blinking. Link, port disabled. None. Amber Flashing. Link, port enabled, activity. None. Red Solid. Diagnostic failure. Cont...

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 MATRIX E7 Series and SmartSwitch 6000 Series Modules Local Management User’s Guide for the IP address assignment procedure. Port is disabled. Enable port. Refer t...

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 To reset the module processor, press and release the RESET button. The module goes through a reset process for approximately 60 sec...

Specifications A-1 A Specifications This appendix provides operating specifications for the Enterasys Networks 6H308-24 and 6H308-48 modules. Enterasys Networks reserves the right to change the specifications at any time without notice. The specifications apply to both modules unless otherwise indic...

Fiber Budget A-2 Specifications A.2 FIBER BUDGET When using fiber optic cables, it is important to consider the cable type and the associated dB budgets shown in Table A-2 . Physical Dimensions 7.11H x 43.18W x 46.99D (cm)2.8H x 17W x 18.5D (in) Approximate Weight (Unit) 2.04 kg (4.5 lb) MTBF (Predi...

COM Por t Pinout Assignments Specifications A-3 A.3 COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS. Refer to Table A-3 for the COM port pin assignments. A.4 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE This equipment meets the safety and elect...

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...

Setting the Mode Switches Mode Switch Bank Settings and Options B-3 • Switch 6 – Forced BootP. DO NOT attempt a Forced BootP unless a BootP server has been configured for the module. The BootP server references the location of a station acting as a Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server contai...

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

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 2-1 802.1p Port Priority introduction to 1-6 A Auto-Negotiation 1-3 B Broadcast Suppression introduction to 1-4 C Cable specifications 100BASE-TX network 2-1 COM port pin assignments A-3 Connecting to the network 3-7 Connectivity introduction to 1-3 D D...