Cabletron Systems SmartSwitch 9000 User manual

SmartSwitch 9000
9G421-02/9G429-02
Gigabit Ethernet Interface Module
User’s Guide
9032344-02

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Notice
Notice
Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in speciÞcations 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, Þrmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
IN NO EVENT SHALL CABLETRON SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO LOST PROFITS) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS MANUAL OR THE INFORMATION
CONTAINED IN IT, EVEN IF CABLETRON SYSTEMS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF, KNOWN, OR
SHOULD HAVE KNOWN, THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
© July 1999 by:
Cabletron Systems, Inc.
35 Industrial Way
Rochester, NH 03867-5005
All Rights Reserved
Printed in the United States of America
Order Number: 9032344-02
Cabletron Systems and LANVIEW are registered trademarks, and SmartSwitch is a trademark of
Cabletron Systems, Inc.
CompuServe is a registered trademark of CompuServe, Inc.
i960 microprocessor is a registered trademark of Intel Corp.
Ethernet is a trademark of Xerox Corporation.
All other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective companies.

Notice
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FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment uses, generates, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed in
accordance with the operatorÕs manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING: Changes or modiÞcations made to this device which are not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the userÕs authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Notice
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le prŽsent appareil numŽrique nÕŽmet pas de bruits radioŽlectriques dŽpassant les limites applicables
aux appareils numŽriques de la class A prescrites dans le R•glement sur le brouillage radioŽlectrique
ŽdictŽ par le minist•re des Communications du Canada.
VCCI Notice
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by
Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a domestic environment,
radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective
actions.

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Notice
Safety Information
CLASS 1 LASERTRANSCEIVERS
The 9G429-02 is a Class 1 Laser Product
The 9G429-02 uses a Class 1 Laser transceiver. Read the following safety
information before installing or operating these adapters.
The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to maintain Class 1 operation limits. This
control loop eliminates the need for maintenance checks or adjustments. The output is factory set, and
does not allow any user adjustment. Class 1 Laser transceivers comply with the following safety
standards:
¥ 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services (FDA).
¥ IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnical Commission).
¥ CENELEC EN 60825 (European Committee for Electrotechnical
Standardization).
When operating within their performance limitations, laser transceiver output meets the Class 1
accessible emission limit of all three standards. Class 1 levels of laser radiation are not considered
hazardous.
Laser Radiation and Connectors
When the connector is in place, all laser radiation remains within the Þber. The maximum amount of
radiant power exiting the Þber (under normal conditions) is -12.6 dBm or 55 x 10
-6
watts.
Removing the optical connector from the transceiver allows laser radiation to emit directly from the
optical port. The maximum radiance from the optical port (under worst case conditions) is 0.8 W cm
-2
or 8 x 10
3
W m
2
sr-1.
Do not use optical instruments to view the laser output. The use of optical instruments to view
laser output increases eye hazard. When viewing the output optical port, power must be removed
from the network adapter.

Notice
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Declaration of Conformity
Addendum
Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC
73/23/EEC
ManufacturerÕs Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc.
ManufacturerÕs Address: 35 Industrial Way
PO Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03867
European Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari
European Representative Address: Cabletron Systems Limited
Nexus House, Newbury Business Park
London Road, Newbury
Berkshire RG14 2PZ, England
Conformance to Directive(s)/Product Standards: EC Directive 89/336/EEC
EC Directive 73/23/EEC
EN 55022
EN 50082-1
EN 60950
Equipment Type/Environment: Networking Equipment, for use in a
Commercial or Light
Industrial Environment.
We the undersigned, hereby declare, under our sole responsibility, that the equipment packaged with
this notice conforms to the above directives.
Manufacturer Legal Representative in Europe
Mr. Ronald Fotino Mr. J. Solari
____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________
Full Name Full Name
Compliance Engineer Manager Managing Director - E.M.E.A.
____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________
Title Title
Rochester, NH, USA Newbury, Berkshire, England
____________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________
Location Location

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Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction
Features........................................................................................................................... 1-3
Related Manuals............................................................................................................ 1-4
Getting Help .................................................................................................................. 1-5
Chapter 2 Installation
Tools Needed ................................................................................................................. 2-1
Unpacking the Module................................................................................................. 2-1
Physical Layout ............................................................................................................. 2-2
User Accessible Daughterboard Components.......................................................... 2-3
DIP Switch............................................................................................................... 2-3
Removing the Daughterboard from the Motherboard..................................... 2-5
Daughterboard Components ............................................................................... 2-7
SMB-1 PROM .................................................................................................. 2-7
BOOT PROM................................................................................................... 2-7
FLASH SIMM.................................................................................................. 2-7
DRAM SIMM .................................................................................................. 2-7
Installing the Module into the SmartSwitch 9000 Chassis...................................... 2-8
The Reset Switch ......................................................................................................... 2-10
Chapter 3 Operation
System Management Buses ......................................................................................... 3-2
SMB-1 Bus ............................................................................................................... 3-2
SMB-10 Bus ............................................................................................................. 3-2
System Diagnostic Controller...................................................................................... 3-2
DC/DC Converter ........................................................................................................ 3-3
INB Interface.................................................................................................................. 3-3
SecureFast SmartSwitch Architecture ........................................................................ 3-3
i960 Core......................................................................................................................... 3-4

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Chapter 4 LANVIEW LEDs
Appendix A Specifications
Technical SpeciÞcations...............................................................................................A-1
CPU .........................................................................................................................A-1
Memory ..................................................................................................................A-1
Network Interfaces ...............................................................................................A-1
Regulatory Compliance...............................................................................................A-2
Service............................................................................................................................A-2
Physical..........................................................................................................................A-3
Dimensions ............................................................................................................A-3
Weight.....................................................................................................................A-3
Environment ..........................................................................................................A-3

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Chapter 1
Introduction
The 9G421-02/9G429-02 (Figure 1-1) is a Gigabit Ethernet interface module,
occupying a single slot in the SmartSwitch 9000 chassis. Gigabit Ethernet
networks are connected to the 9G421-02/9G429-02 through front panel ports.
These ports interface with the switch through Gigabit Network Interface Blocks
(GNIB) and are based upon an ASIC architecture.
The module connects to the Internal Network Bus (INB) B, providing a high
speed backplane for communication among other modules in the SmartSwitch
9000 chassis. The 9G421-02/9G429-02 uses a SmartSwitch ASIC design and an
advanced Intel i960
¨
microprocessor providing a platform for all management
functions within a scalable RISC-Based Architecture.
Network management information is available through a variety of methods. All
information based on Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is
accessible either via an in-band (Front Panel port), Side Band (SMB-10), or via the
Environmental ModuleÕs (EM) COM ports. Serial Line Internet Protocol (SLIP) or
Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) is supported by the EM COM ports. For more
information on the SMB-10, SLIP or PPP refer to the SmartSwitch 9000 Local
Management UserÕs Guide.
The 9G421-02/9G429-02 features front panel LANVIEW
¨
Diagnostic LEDs to
offer at-a-glance status information about each front panel port as well as the
operation of the overall module.
The 9G421-02 uses a shortwave 850 nanometer laser. The 9G429-02 uses a
longwave 1300 nanometer laser. Follow applicable safety precautions to prevent
injury.
!
CAUTION

Introduction
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Figure 1-1. The 9G421-02/9G429-02 Module
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