Advantech B+B SMARTWORX IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 User manual

IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4
Ethernet Enhanced
USER MANUAL

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Advantech B+B SmartWorx - Americas
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3
About the IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5
Overview-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Features------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6
Product Application Example--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Managed Modules -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Port Interfaces-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Console Serial Port Connection ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
iView² Management Software -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
iView
2
Platforms ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
LED Operation-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
10/100BaseT Connector----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
E1 RJ-48 Connectors---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
SFP Ports ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 12
Connector Pinout and DIP Switch Assignments ------------------------------------------------------ 13
DIP Switch Assignments ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
10/100BaseT Ethernet Mating Connector Pinout ---------------------------------------------------- 14
E1 Port Mating Connector Pinout ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
RS-232 Port Mating Connector Pinout ----------------------------------------------------------------- 15
RS-232 Serial Console Port Pinout ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Installation Instructions--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Small Form-Factor Pluggable Ports (SFP) ----------------------------------------------------------- 16
Auto Cross Feature -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Configuration Options ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Ethernet Line Setup ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Packet Size---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Auto Negotiation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Forcing the Speed, Duplex Mode and Flow Control ------------------------------------------------ 17
FX LinkLoss and LFPT -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
FX LinkLoss (FXLL) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 18
Link Fault Pass-Through (LFPT)--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
E1 Ports Setup------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 18
Alarm Level ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Last Gasp -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Unit Service State --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19

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E1 Port Equipment -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Loopback-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Console Screens----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Configuration Using the Console Port ------------------------------------------------------------------ 20
Login Screen-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Main Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Menu Options-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Unit Configuration Screen--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Ethernet Port Flow Control-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
SFP Line Status Screen ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
Port Alarm Status Screen ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Ethernet Port Configuration Screen --------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Ethernet Bandwidth Control ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 25
Ethernet Port Status Screen ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
E1 Port Configuration Screen----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
E1 Port Status Screen ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
E1 Port Equipment -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 27
Fiber Optic Port Verification------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 28
E1 Port Verification ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29
Normal Operation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 30
Specifications --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
Definition of Terms/Acronyms------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 32
B+B SmartWorx Technical Support ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
Statements, Guidelines, Precautions -------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement ---------------------------------------------------- 35
Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions ----------------------------------------------------------------- 37
Standards/Compliances ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 38

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ABOUT THE IE-IMCV-E1-MUX/4
OVERVIEW
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 is a media converter that transports four
independent E1 lines over an existing standard 155Mbps-capable fiber
optic line operating at an effective rate of 150Mbps. A second SFP port is
available for a 1+1 protection mode. One serial link (RS-232) and one
Ethernet (10/100BaseT) connection are also multiplexed onto the fiber
link(s). Each of these communication channels is transported end-to-end
at full wire speed with very low latencies.
The serial link can be used for extending an independent RS-232 interface
to the remote POP (Points of Presence) location for use in managing or
controlling other devices at the POP and supports any data rate up to
120K baud. In addition, each unit also supports an RS-232 console port
for local configuration by technical support personnel. Both of these serial
links are used for end-to-end system management, fault detection
/isolation and system diagnostics. The remote serial offers serial only.
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 provides fault indications on the E1 and fiber links
resulting from real-time active faults. The equipment detects both E1 and
fiber LOS events as well as degraded E1 or fiber lines. The unit will
automatically forward AIS signaling to the remote unit after detecting an
LOS (Loss Of Signal) condition on any incoming E1 line. Severe receive
optical link failures will result in the automatic generation of AIS signaling
onto the E1 lines connected to the unit receiving the corrupted optical
signal.
In addition, CV (Code Violation) errors are detected on all incoming E1
lines and BER calculations for the optical line are constantly being
performed by circuitry within the unit's optical receiver. Error conditions
are displayed on the unit’s front panel LED indicators and reported to
system management software (if equipped) where more detailed error
information can be displayed on the user’s GUI (SNMP).
Systems equipped with 1+1 fiber redundancy can benefit from the
enhanced reliability of a protected fiber link and the system’s ability to
automatically switch to the “best” fiber line should one line become
impaired or fail. This automatic switchover capability is designed to occur
rapidly (<50 milliseconds), minimizing data loss and system down time. In
addition, automatic switchover can be overridden; this allows the end-user
to force the unit to receive on a specific optical line if desired for testing.
NOTE: Some options require items that are sold separately, available from B+B SmartWorx.

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FEATURES
•Four E1 ports on RJ-48 connectors with surge protection
•One full bandwidth Ethernet 10/100BaseT port
•1+1 protection switching via two SFP-based optical ports
•DDMI supported on SFP ports
•One end-to-end serial RS-232 port on an RJ-45 connector
•Local CLI management console port on a Mini Jack connector
•Remote management capability through iMediaChassis series
•AIS generation on signal loss on all E1 interfaces
•SNMP Alarm TRAP reporting in managed chassis
•MDI/MDIX automatic Ethernet port switching
•Last Gasp
•E1 port enable/disable
•Bandwidth Limiting for Ethernet Port
•AIS Detection
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 module is a dual-wide iMcV module. Compatible chassis
include the following:
•iMediaChassis series
•MediaChassis series
•IE-MediaChassis series
NOTE: Some options require items that are sold separately, available from B+B SmartWorx.
PRODUCT APPLICATION EXAMPLE
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 delivers four E1 lines to a customer's site over a
protected, dedicated fiber line. In addition, one serial RS-232 line and one
10/100BaseT Ethernet line can be carried at the same time. All circuits run at
full line rates with no interaction.
E1-Mux
(Network)
ISP Internet
TDM Network
PSTN
E1
(4 port)
10/100BaseT
(1 Port) Customer
LAN
Customer
PABX
10/100BaseT
(1 Port)
E1
(4 Port)
Dedicated
Fiber
E1-Mux
(Subscriber)
Local Far End
Remote
Serial PortSerial Port Dedicated
Fiber
Protection
(1+1)
Console Console
Console RS232
Host
Remote Far End

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MANAGED MODULES
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 modules are installed as a Host/Remote pair. Host or
Remote configuration is selected by an onboard DIP Switch setting. By
default, the DIP Switch setting is for a Host configuration. The Host/Remote
pair can be remotely managed when the HOST is installed in an
iMediaChassis with an SNMP Management Module.
PORT INTERFACES
A fully configured IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 includes the following ports:
• Four E1 ports on RJ-48 connectors short haul
• One 10/100BaseT twisted pair Ethernet port
• One fiber SFP port (requires SFP/155-ED module for each port)
• One SFP port for optical 1+1 protection.
• One Mini Jack serial RS-232 serial console port
• One user serial RS-232 data port (RJ-45)
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 is easily configured by using the serial console port
connection at the HOST side, view only at the remote end, or through an
SNMP management application such as iView².
NOTE: Some options require items that are sold separately, available from B+B SmartWorx.

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CONSOLE SERIAL PORT CONNECTION
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 includes a console serial port. To establish a link
between a module's console port and a local PC, connect the Mini Jack to
DB9 adapter that is included with the B+B SmartWorx. This serial console port
connection provides access to the IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 module CLI
configuration screens. Set the computer/terminal for VT-100 emulation, 38.4K
baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity and no flow control. Under the VT-
100 emulation, set the backspace key to send delete.
E1 RJ-48
Connectors
10/100BaseT
Connector
RS-232
Connector
SFP Ports
Console

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IVIEW² MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
iView² is the B+B SmartWorx management software that features a GUI and
gives network managers the ability to monitor and control manageable B+B
SmartWorx products.
iView² is available in several versions, including WebServer version 3.0, and
can also function as a snap-in module for HP OpenView Network Node
Manager and other third party SNMP Management software.
IVIEW2PLATFORMS
• Windows 2000
• Windows XP
• Windows Vista
• Windows 7
Please see the SNMP Management Module for software configuration options.

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LED OPERATION
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 features diagnostic LEDs as explained below.
10/100BASET CONNECTOR
LNK:
•OFF when port is not linked/connected,
•Glows green when link is established.
•Blinks green during data activity.
FDX:
•OFF when port is not connected or when running at
half-duplex.
•Glows yellow when port is running at full duplex.
•Blinks yellow when collisions occur.
E1 RJ-48
Connectors
10/100BaseT
Connector
RS-232
Connector
SFP Ports

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E1 RJ-48 CONNECTORS
ALARM:
•OFF during normal operation
•Blinks red+green simultaneously
when CV errors detected on the
E1 line at far end of the optical line
•Glows red+green when loss of
service (LOS) is detected, OR
continuous bit errors are detected
on the E1 line at far end of the
optical line
•Blinks red when local CV errors
detected on E1 line.
•Glows red when LOS detected on
the local E1 line, OR when
continuous errors are detected on
the local E1 line
•Receiving AIS signal glows green
if an error is detected down line
that indicates a possible
equipment problem upstream to
this unit
STAT:
•Glows green
during normal
operation
•Glows red+green
when out-of-
service or when
the port is in a
loopback or test
state
•Glows red when
the Host to
Remote fiber
link(s) is down or
badly corrupted

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SFP PORTS
ACT:
•Glows green when the SFP port is the active receive
line.
•OFF when the SFP is not the receive line
•Glows red+green when the SFP port is manually forced
to be the active receive line
LNK:
•Glows green when there is a valid link
•Glows red when a loss of optical signal occur, LOF, or
with continuous optical bit errors
RAI:
•Off when no remote defects are detected
•Glows red+green when remote LOS or BER detected
MSA:
•Glows green when no SFP alarms are detected
•Glows red+green when SFP alarms or defects are
detected at remote end
•Glows red when SFP alarms or misconfigurations are
detected locally, i.e., when the SFP is missing, or when
SFP speed is not at 155Mbps

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CONNECTOR PINOUT AND DIP SWITCH ASSIGNMENTS
DIP SWITCH ASSIGNMENTS
A single 10-position DIP Switch is located on the unit to set the configuration. The switch
positions are defined as follows:
Switch #
Function
Settings
Factory Default
1
Host/Remote
OFF = Host,
ON = Remote
OFF
2
Reserved
OFF
OFF
3
Reserved
OFF
OFF
4
Reserved
OFF
OFF
5
Reserved
OFF
OFF
6
Reserved
OFF
OFF
7
Reserved
OFF
OFF
8
Reserved
OFF
OFF
9
Reserved
OFF
OFF
10
Reserved
OFF
OFF
NOTE: Switch #1 must be set to ON at the Remote location.
Switches #2 through #10 are reserved for factory use only and must be OFF for proper operation.

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10/100BASET ETHERNET MATING CONNECTOR PINOUT
The following table lists the pin configuration for the standard RJ-45 Ethernet connector.
Pin Signal
1
Transmit +
2
Transmit -
3
Receive +
4
None
5
None
6
Receive -
7
None
8
None
NOTE: MDI/MDIX AutoCross function will automatically transpose the Transmit and Receive lines if required.
E1 PORT MATING CONNECTOR PINOUT
The following table lists the pin configuration for the standard RJ-48 E1 port mating
connectors.
Pin
Signal
1
Receive 1 (Tip in to unit)
2
Receive 2 (Ring in to unit)
3
None
4
Transmit 1 (Tip from unit)
5
Transmit 2 (Ring from unit)
6
None
7
None
8
None
NOTE: The pin configuration is consistent with a DTE interface.
Pin 1
Pin 1

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RS-232 PORT MATING CONNECTOR PINOUT
The following table lists the pin configuration for the RS-232 port mating
connector.
Pin
Signal
1
None
2
None
3
None
4
Signal Ground
5
Receive Data (in to unit)
6
Transmit Data (out of unit)
7
None
8
None
This port provides an end-to-end RS-232 line that can support up to 120K
baud and is transparent to all RS-232 protocols.
RS-232 SERIAL CONSOLE PORT PINOUT
The following table lists the pin configuration for the RS-232 3-pin Mini Jack mating
connector for the console serial port.
Pin
DB9-F Pin#
Signal Name
Direction
Tip
2
Transmit
Out of Unit
Ring
3
Receive
In to Unit
Sleeve
5
Return
Return
Pin 1
Ring
Tip
Sleeve

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Each IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 module requires two adjacent slots in an
iMediaChassis or MediaChassis. To install the module in a chassis, remove
the blank faceplates covering the slots where the module is to be installed.
Then slide the module into the chassis card guides until the module is seated
securely in the slots. Secure the module to the chassis by tightening the
captive screw.
All IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 units are shipped from the factory configured as Host
units. The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 modules must be installed in pairs. For two IE-
iMcV-E1-Mux/4 units to properly operate together one unit needs to be
configured as a Remote. Configuration as a Host or Remote is controlled via a
DIP Switch setting (S1-1). If installing in a managed chassis, set the card in
the managed chassis as a HOST.
SMALL FORM-FACTOR PLUGGABLE PORTS (SFP)
The fiber link on the IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 module is supported through one SFP
running at 155Mbps. The second SFP port can act as a redundant line. Many
SFPs, including those from B+B SmartWorx, feature enhanced diagnostics
capabilities DDMI (Data and Diagnostic Management Information). DDMI
statistics provide real-time access to transceiver operating parameters such as
voltage, temperature, laser bias current, and both transmitted and received
optical power. DDMI information can be accessed in iView2.
AUTO CROSS FEATURE
The 10/100BaseT Ethernet port on the IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 includes an Auto
Cross feature that automatically selects between a crossover workstation and
a straight-through connection depending on the connected device.

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CONFIGURATION OPTIONS
The following sections describe the configurable features.
Use the "default" command to restore the unit's default settings. This restores
the card's default configuration and resets the default username and
password.
User: admin / Password: admin
ETHERNET LINE SETUP
If the Ethernet port is not used, it can be set to Disabled, via a console session
or via iView², to effectively block all traffic on this port.
PACKET SIZE
The Ethernet transport can accommodate packets up to 1916 bytes.
AUTO NEGOTIATION
The IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 ships from the factory with Auto Negotiation enabled
on the Ethernet port. In this mode, the port negotiates for speed, duplex and
flow control.
FORCING THE SPEED, DUPLEX MODE AND FLOW CONTROL
The Ethernet port on the IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 can be selectively advertised or
manually forced for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation at Half-Duplex or Full-
Duplex (i.e., 10 Mbps Full-Duplex, 10 Mbps Half-Duplex, 100 Mbps Full-
Duplex, etc.). Flow control can also be enabled on the Ethernet port when the
connecting equipment supports this. These features can be enabled through
iView² or the serial port.
FX LINKLOSS AND LFPT
During normal operation, link integrity pulses are transmitted by all point-to-
point Ethernet devices. When an IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 receives valid link pulses,
it knows that the device to which it is connected is up and active, and that the
cable coming from that device is intact. The appropriate “LNK” (link) LED is lit
to indicate this. However, these signals are not normally transmitted across a
normal store and forward Ethernet bridge function. A failed Ethernet line on
one end of the fiber link is not forwarded to the Ethernet port at the other end
of the optical transport. A failed optical line is also not normally forwarded to
the Ethernet port. The FX LinkLoss and LFPT functions are used to enable
these features.

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For troubleshooting information utilizing the FX LinkLoss and LFPT features of
the IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 modules, refer to Troubleshooting at the end of this
manual.
Both the LinkLoss and LFPT features are set to "Disabled" by default.
FX LINKLOSS (FXLL)
FX LinkLoss is a link-integrity monitoring feature that forwards fiber link faults
to the RJ-45 Data port to indicate that a fiber link fault has occurred. FX
LinkLoss can be enabled in iView².
LINK FAULT PASS-THROUGH (LFPT)
Link Fault Pass-Through (LFPT) is a troubleshooting feature that passes a link
fault from the Ethernet port on one module through to the Ethernet port on the
other module. LFPT can be enabled via iView² or through the console port.
The link fault is passed through the media conversion and is observed at each
end. It acts just as it would if the end devices were directly connected without
a fiber link.
E1 PORTS SETUP
ALARM LEVEL
E1 lines are defined as LOST when no signal is received as defined by ITU
G.775 specifications LOS, and are considered in error with a BER of 10^-6. If
either of these conditions lasts for more than 2.5 seconds, an ALARM state is
declared. This error condition must be absent for 10 seconds for the alarm
state to clear.
The starting and ending event of all alarm conditions will generate an SNMP
TRAP when the unit is installed in a managed chassis and set to the IS state.
During initial installation or normal maintenance, the end-user can place the
unit in the OOS (Out-Of-Service) state to inhibit unwanted SNMP TRAP
alarms.
LAST GASP
This feature alerts the end user if power to the device fails and is permanently
enabled. Since the IE-iMcV-E1-Mux/4 modules must be installed as a
Host/Remote pair, the Host will report a power failure by sending an alarm trap
to management. The Host will maintain the Last Gasp alarm state until it can
verify that power has been restored.

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UNIT SERVICE STATE
When selecting In-Service, Traps reporting is Enabled. If Out-of-Service is
selected, Traps reporting is disabled. A Trap is sent when the status is
changed from Enabled/Disabled or Disabled/Enabled.
E1 PORT EQUIPMENT
Within each E1 port setup, the state of the port can be set to Equip or Mot-
equipped. When set to Mot-equipped, the end user has the ability to perform
maintenance on the line without impacting the other parts on the module.
LOOPBACK
Each E1 port can be tested in loopback mode by enabling either a Host
loopback or Remote loopback test path. This capability allows the end-user to
help troubleshoot and isolate system problems such as improper/broken line
terminations, cables or malfunctioning equipment.
With Host loopback, the E1 copper port, connected to the Host unit, is looped
back to that port within the local unit. E1 data coming from the remote unit to
that port over the optical link is also looped back to the remote unit at the
same point within the local unit.
With remote loopback, an E1 line connected to the Host unit is transported on
the optical link and looped back within the remote unit back onto the optical
link without passing onto the copper E1 line of the remote unit. The remote’s
incoming E1 copper line is also looped back to the copper line within the
remote unit.
The default value for loopback is "none."

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CONSOLE SCREENS
CONFIGURATION USING THE CONSOLE PORT
The following section describes configuration using the console screens. The
Remote module is only configured through the Host.
LOGIN SCREEN
After running through an initial self-test, the log-in screen is displayed.
NOTE: The diagnostic information displayed below is for illustration purposes only and may differ from the
actual screen display.
The username is case sensitive with a maximum length of 16 characters. After
a username is entered, the system prompts the end-user for a password.
Password is case sensitive with a maximum length of 16 characters. After the
system validates the username and password, the Main Menu is displayed.