Page 3 - HSIM-W85 User’s Guide; NOTICE
HSIM-W85 User’s 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. The hardware, fi...
Page 8 - CABLETRON SYSTEMS LIMITED
Notice vi HSIM-W85 User’s Guide component of a plant, export to Country Groups D:1 or E:2 the direct product of the plant or a major component thereof, if such foreign produced direct product is subject to national security controls as identified on the U.S. Commerce Control List or is subject to St...
Page 11 - CONTENTS
HSIM-W85 User’s Guide ix CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Firmware Revision ....................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Using This Manual ....................................................................... 1-2 1.3 Overview......................................
Page 13 - CHAPTER 1; Welcome to the Cabletron Systems; FIRMWARE REVISION
HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1-1 CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems HSIM-W85 User’s Guide . This manual describes the HSIM-W85 and provides information concerning features, installation, the use of management, troubleshooting, and specifications. A general working knowledge of Wide Are...
Page 14 - Introduction; USING THIS MANUAL
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-2 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1.2 USING THIS MANUAL Reading through this manual completely will help you understand the features and capabilities of the HSIM-W85. The following list provides an overview of each section of this manual: Chapter 1 , Introduction , outlines the conte...
Page 15 - OVERVIEW; Appendix B
Overview HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1-3 1.3 OVERVIEW The HSIM-W85 extends the functionality of certain Cabletron Systems platforms by providing an interface for Wide Area Network (WAN) DS1 services. The HSIM-W85 is a High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) used to provide WAN services using the SmartSwitch se...
Page 16 - Chapter 4; DATA FLOW IN THE HSIM-W85; The following are some of the highlights of the HSIM-W85 features:
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-4 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide The second mode of operation is using Cabletron Systems Inverse Multiplexer (IMUX) functionality to aggregate multiple DS1 connections into single higher bandwidth WAN connections. To operate in this mode, the user configures the appropriate IMUX gro...
Page 17 - DS1 MIB Support; Connectivity
Features HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1-5 • DS1 MIB Support • LANVIEW LEDs 1.5.1 Connectivity The HSIM-W85 module supports WAN technology using eight live full duplex T1 connections. The primary function of the HSIM-W85 is to provide LAN-to-WAN access. WAN physical connectivity will be supported through th...
Page 18 - Priority Queuing; Management
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-6 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1.5.3 Inverse Multiplexing (IMUX) Cabletron Systems Inverse Multiplexing (IMUX) feature provides enhanced throughput for users by following this process: • The IMUX function evenly distributes a data packet stream from the LAN interface through multi...
Page 19 - DS1 Alarm; SNMP and MIB Support; With SNMP support, the MIBs supported by the HSIM-W85 include:; LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs; Chapter 3
Features HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1-7 1.5.5 DS1 Alarm The DS1 Error Threshold Alarm Monitor allows the user to set error thresholds. The monitor notifies the user of potential DS1 problems with SNMP trap events. The ds1alarm Monitor feature can be enabled in management, using Network Tools. Refer to th...
Page 20 - DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS; The following conventions are used throughout this document:; Note; symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of; bold type; italic type
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-8 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1.6 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: NOTE Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance. ! CAUTION Caution symbol. Contains information essentia...
Page 21 - RELATED DOCUMENTATION
Related Documentation HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1-9 1.7 RELATED DOCUMENTATION The documentation for the host platform in which the HSIM-W85 is to be installed provides additional information about the setup of the HSIM-W85. The host documentation is not listed below, as there can be many different host ...
Page 22 - GETTING HELP; Your Cabletron Systems service contract number
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-10 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 1.8 GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact Cabletron Systems using the following methods: Before calling Cabletron Systems, have the following information ready: • Your Cabletron Systems service contract numb...
Page 23 - CHAPTER 2; To install the HSIM-W85 the following items are required:; UNPACKING THE HSIM-W85; Remove the HSIM-W85 from the shipping box.
HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 2-1 CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION To install the HSIM-W85 the following items are required: • Antistatic wrist strap (shipped with the HSIM-W85) • Phillips screwdriver 2.1 UNPACKING THE HSIM-W85 Unpack the HSIM-W85 as follows: 1. Remove the HSIM-W85 from the shipping box. 2. Leave the...
Page 24 - INSTALLING THE HSIM-W85; Only qualified personnel should install or service this unit.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-2 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 2.2 INSTALLING THE HSIM-W85 An HSIM-W85 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-W85 in a host platform....
Page 25 - Removing the HSIM Coverplate; Refer to
Installing the HSIM-W85 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 2-3 Figure 2-1 Removing the HSIM Coverplate 6. Refer to Figure 2-2 and place the HSIM-W85 behind the module faceplate. Faceplate Mounting Screws HSIM Coverplate 2555_03 Host Platform
Page 26 - Installing the HSIM-W85; Align the connector on the HSIM-W85 with the pins on the module.
Chapter 2: Installation 2-4 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide Figure 2-2 Installing the HSIM-W85 7. Align the connector on the HSIM-W85 with the pins on the module. 8. Press down firmly on the connector area of the HSIM-W85 until the connector slides all the way onto the pins. Ensure that the standoffs on the i...
Page 27 - Installing the HSIM-W85 in a Standalone Device
Installing the HSIM-W85 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 2-5 10. Secure the HSIM-W85 to the module standoffs using the standoff screws included in the HSIM-W85 shipping materials. 11. Reinstall the interface module in the chassis. 12. Reattach the network cabling to the interface module. 2.2.2 Installing the H...
Page 28 - CONNECTING THE HSIM-W85 TO THE NETWORK; Appendix A; HSIM-W85 Cable Connection; For information on configurations for the HSIM-W85, refer to
Chapter 2: Installation 2-6 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 8. Press down firmly on the HSIM-W85 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-W85. 9. Secure the HSIM-W85 to the module faceplate usi...
Page 29 - CHAPTER 3; LANVIEW LEDS; shows; HSIM-W85 LANVIEW LEDs; The terms flashing, blinking, and solid used in; indicate the following:; Flashing indicates an irregular LED pulse.; Status
HSIM-W85 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-W85 status and diagnose HSIM-W85 problems. Figure 3-1 shows the location of the HSIM-W85 LEDs. Figure 3-1 HSIM-W85 LANVIEW LEDs NOTE The terms flashing, blinking, ...
Page 30 - LED
Chapter 3: LANVIEW LEDs 3-2 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide Table 3-1 HSIM-W85 LEDs LED Color Definition Processor (CPU) Off Power Off Green (solid) Fully operational Red (solid) System in reset mode (temporary) Link (L) Red No Link or Receive signal Amber Traffic on at least one port Green Link Status (S) Of...
Page 31 - CHAPTER 4; Overview of Local Management,; LOCAL MANAGEMENT; The HSIM-W85 is properly installed in the host platform.
HSIM-W85 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-W85 through the host platform. Network Tools allows access to a command set from which you can configure a...
Page 32 - Typical Hierarchy of Local Management Screens
Chapter 4: Management 4-2 HSIM-W85 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...
Page 33 - NETWORK TOOLS; dsx1 – support for RFC 1406 statistics and configuration; Important Notice
Network Tools HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 4-3 4.2 NETWORK TOOLS The Network Tools utility allows management of objects in the HSIM-W85 Management Information Bases (MIBs). MIBs are databases of objects used for managing the device and configuring the HSIM-W85. The commands within the MIB Navigator allow t...
Page 34 - Commands; shows the
Chapter 4: Management 4-4 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide Only the previous commands, which are particular to the HSIM-W85, will be described in the following sections. The host platform’s manual describes the other commands that are not particular to the HSIM-W85. Refer to the host platform manual for inform...
Page 35 - Network Tools Help Screen; There are two categories of commands in the command set:
Network Tools HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 4-5 Figure 4-2 Network Tools Help Screen The Network Tools functions are performed using a series of commands. Entering commands in Network Tools involves typing the command at the Network Tools prompt, adding any required parameters, and pressing ENTER to execute...
Page 36 - The commands are presented in the following format:; command; Briefly describes the command and its uses.
Chapter 4: Management 4-6 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide The commands are presented in the following format: command Syntax: Shows the required command format. It indicates where arguments, if any, must be specified. Description: Briefly describes the command and its uses. Options: Lists any additional field...
Page 37 - imux
Network Tools HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 4-7 4.2.2 Built-in Commands The built-in commands listed in this section activate configuration and viewing functions on the HSIM-W85. imux Syntax: imux <IMUXID> imux <IMUXID> -[ea | da]imux <IMUXID> -[eg | dg] <GROUPID> imux <IMUXID>...
Page 39 - wanpq
Network Tools HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 4-9 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 is the Internet Protocol (IP) address being added to or ...
Page 40 - ds1alarm
Chapter 4: Management 4-10 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide ds1alarm Syntax: ds1alarmds1alarm -[ea | da] <WANID>ds1alarm -[et | dt] <WANID>ds1alarm -sec <WANID> <VALUE>ds1alarm -sei <WANID> <VALUE>ds1alarm -sbr <WANID> <VALUE>ds1alarm -sbi <WANID> <VALUE...
Page 44 - Special Commands; Not Applicable
Chapter 4: Management 4-14 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide Example: 4.2.3 Special Commands done, quit, exit Syntax: donequitexit 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: N...
Page 45 - SAMPLE IMUX CONFIGURATION; The following is a sample of a common configuration.; Adding Channels to an IMUX Group
Sample IMUX Configuration HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 4-15 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(...
Page 46 - Enabling the IMUX Group; displays the response to the command.; Enabling the IMUX Application
Chapter 4: Management 4-16 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide Figure 4-4 Enabling the IMUX Group 3. The next step is to enable the imux application for imux 1:Enter: imux 1 -eaThe screen in Figure 4-5 displays the response to the command. Figure 4-5 Enabling the IMUX Application imuxsetup2 -> imux 1 ## WAN In...
Page 49 - CHAPTER 5; TROUBLESHOOTING THE HSIM-W85; No LEDs on; Check the host platform to see if it is powered up.
HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 5-1 CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1 TROUBLESHOOTING THE HSIM-W85 The following sections detail some of the problems encountered in hardware, software, and firmware setups and the possible solutions. If a problem persists, contact Cabletron Systems. Refer to Section 1.8 . 5.1.1 Ha...
Page 50 - Verify the use of proper cabling on the WAN connection.
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 5-2 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide • Check with the WAN Service Provider to ensure that the circuit has been configured by them and is active. Status (S) 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 s...
Page 51 - Investigating Software Configuration Problems; Device not forwarding packets; Problems with the Firmware Image
Troubleshooting the HSIM-W85 HSIM-W85 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...
Page 53 - APPENDIX A; PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
HSIM-W85 User’s Guide A-1 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS This chapter lists the specifications and regulatory requirements for the HSIM-W85. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. A.1 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES WAN Interface 8 DS1 ports Physical Interface...
Page 54 - ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS; Operating Temperature
Appendix A: Specifications A-2 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide A.2 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS A.3 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE This equipment meets the following safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements: Operating Temperature 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Storage Temperature -30°C to 73°C (-22°F to ...
Page 55 - APPENDIX B; In
HSIM-W85 User’s Guide B-1 APPENDIX B TYPICAL CONFIGURATION The HSIM-W85 can be used to aggregate up to eight T1 connections to the backbone, which may be linked to a head-end consisting of an HSIM-W87 in a platform. The HSIM-W85 is compatible with any Cabletron Systems product that runs HDLC WAN pro...
Page 56 - HSIM-W85 IMUX Operational
Appendix B: Typical Configuration B-2 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide Figure B-1 HSIM-W85 IMUX Operational M13 Telco Cloud Up to 28 T1 Lines T3 configW85 2E42-27 with HSIM-W85 2E42-27 with an HSIM-W87 CSX400 T1 Configuration IMUX Configuration CSX400 CSX400 CSX400 HSIM-W85 CPU L S L S L S L S L S L S L S L S ...
Page 57 - APPENDIX C; Port ID
HSIM-W85 User’s Guide C-1 APPENDIX C FCC PART 68 - USER’S INFORMATION The following instructions are provided to ensure compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules, Part 68. 1. All direct connections to T1 lines must be made using standard plugs and jacks. 2. Before connecting ...
Page 58 - The attached affidavit must be completed by the installer.
Appendix C: FCC PART 68 - User’s Information C-2 HSIM-W85 User’s Guide 7. The attached affidavit must be completed by the installer. 8. In the event of equipment malfunction, all repairs should be performed by our Company or an authorized agent. It is the responsibility of the users requiring servic...
