Cabletron Systems SmartSwitch Router 520 Operator's manual

9032869
SmartSwitch Router
510 and 520
Installation and Configuration Guide

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Rochester, NH 03867-0505
Order Number: 9032869 February 1999
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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
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protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
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radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.

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Declaration of Conformity
Addendum
Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC
73/23/EEC
Manufacturer’s Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address: 35 Industrial Way
PO Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03867
European Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari
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Nexus House, Newbury Business Park
London Road, Newbury
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Contents
Preface
Overview.......................................................................................................xi
Using This Guide..........................................................................................xi
Intended Audience .......................................................................................xi
Structure of This Guide................................................................................xii
Related Documentation............................................................................. xiii
Document Convention .................................................................................xv
Glossary ......................................................................................................xvi
Getting Help...............................................................................................xvii
Chapter 1 Product Introduction
Overview.................................................................................................... 1-1
Chapter Contents........................................................................................ 1-1
What Are the SmartSwitch Router 510 and SmartSwitch Router 520? .... 1-2
SSR-510 Router.................................................................................. 1-2
SSR-520 Router.................................................................................. 1-2
Features...................................................................................................... 1-3
Performance and Memory .................................................................. 1-3
Configuration and Management ......................................................... 1-3
EasyStart ............................................................................................. 1-4
Front and Back Panel Components............................................................ 1-5
Front Panel Components..................................................................... 1-5
Back Panel Components..................................................................... 1-8
Chapter 2 Installing and Cabling
Overview.................................................................................................... 2-1
Chapter Contents........................................................................................ 2-1
Installing the Router in the Rack Mounting Shelf ..................................... 2-2
Assembling the Rack Mount Shelf..................................................... 2-3
Attaching Adhesive Strips .................................................................. 2-4
Cabling the Routers.................................................................................... 2-6
Cabling the SSR-510 .......................................................................... 2-6
Cabling the SSR-520 .......................................................................... 2-8

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Removing the Cables.......................................................................................2-10
Removing the SSR-510 Cables.................................................................2-10
Removing the SSR-520 Cables.................................................................2-11
Chapter 3 Connecting the Console Port Cable
Overview............................................................................................................3-1
Chapter Contents................................................................................................3-1
Signaling Standards............................................................................................3-2
Console Port Device Cabling.............................................................................3-2
Connecting the Console Port..............................................................................3-3
Chapter 4 Configuring the Router
Overview............................................................................................................4-1
Chapter Contents................................................................................................4-1
Using the Router Configurator to Configure the Router....................................4-2
Console Screens..........................................................................................4-4
Using the CLI to Manually Configure the Router .............................................4-6
Preconfigured Router Screen......................................................................4-9
Using Menus to Setup the Router....................................................................4-10
[1] Restart with Factory Defaults..............................................................4-11
[2] Restart with Current Settings ..............................................................4-12
[3] Show Current Settings.........................................................................4-13
[4] IP Configuration..................................................................................4-14
[1] Set SNMP Read/Write Community.............................................4-15
[2] Set In-Band Interface IP Address ................................................4-16
[3] Set Default Gateway ....................................................................4-17
Go to Local Console .................................................................................4-18
[5] Go To Local Console...........................................................................4-19
Chapter 5 Supporting ISDN for the SSR-510
Overview............................................................................................................5-1
Chapter Contents................................................................................................5-1
Ordering Your ISDN Line..................................................................................5-2
Obtaining a Network Termination Device ........................................................5-3

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Appendix A Problem Solving
Overview....................................................................................................A-1
Appendix Contents.....................................................................................A-1
Normal Powerup ........................................................................................A-2
Self-Test Progress States ............................................................................A-3
LED Descriptions.......................................................................................A-5
Problem Solving Using the LEDs..............................................................A-7
Appendix B Connectors, Adapters and Cable Connections
Overview....................................................................................................B-1
Appendix Contents.....................................................................................B-1
Connector Assignments..............................................................................B-2
10BaseT Port (8-pin MJ) Connector..........................................................B-4
Adapters .....................................................................................................B-5
H8571-J Adapter.................................................................................B-5
H8575-A Adapter................................................................................B-5
Cable Connections......................................................................................B-6
Appendix C Product Specifications
Overview....................................................................................................C-1
Appendix Contents.....................................................................................C-1
Product Specifications................................................................................C-2
Acoustical Specifications...........................................................................C-3
Connectors..................................................................................................C-4
Parts List.....................................................................................................C-5
Appendix D Installation Information – United Kingdom
Overview....................................................................................................D-1
Appendix Contents.....................................................................................D-1
Service Categories......................................................................................D-2
Power Rating, Router Isolation and Safety Status .....................................D-3
Host Power Rating ..............................................................................D-3
Router Isolation...................................................................................D-3
Safety Status........................................................................................D-3

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Cable Approval ..........................................................................................D-4
Supported Cables................................................................................D-4
Equipment Between the Approved Router and a Digital Circuit (PTT)....D-5

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Preface
Preface
Overview
This manual describes how to install the SmartSwitch Router 510 and SmartSwitch
Router 520 (also referred to in this manual as SSR-510 and SSR-520). It also provides
problem solving information, connector pin assignments, and other general information.
Using This Guide
Read through this guide completely to understand the router features, capabilities, and
Local Management functions. A general working knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE 802.3
type data communications networks and their physical layer components is helpful when
using these devices.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the hardware installer. The installer is responsible for ensuring
that the hardware is installed and tested. It shows how to install when the site is verified
and the cables and devices are in place. This guide shows how to verify the site, install
cables and devices and troubleshoot problems. The person installing software can then
verify the system installation.
Preface

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Structure of This Guide
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter/
Appendix Title Description
Chapter 1 Product Introduction Describes the SSR-510 and SSR-520 routersand their
features.
Chapter 2 Installing and Cabling Providesinstructions forinstalling therouterina Rack
Mounting Shelf and cabling the routers.
Chapter 3 Connecting the
Console Port Cable Provides instructions for connecting the router to the
console port.
Chapter 4 Configuring the
Router Describes how to configure the routers using menus.
Chapter 5 Supporting ISDN for
the SSR-510 Describes ordering an ISDN line and obtaining a
network terminator device.
Appendix A Problem Solving Provides installation-specific problem solving
information using the LEDs.
Appendix B Connectors, Adapters
and Cable
Connections
Describes connectors and pin assignments, adapters,
and cable connections.
Appendix C Product
Specifications Provides product specifications and a parts list.
Appendix D Installation
Information - United
Kingdom
Contains installation information required for the
United Kingdom.

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Related Documentation
The following documents may help the user to configure and manage the SmartSwitch
Router SSR-510 and SSR-520:
Part Number Title Description
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Bridging Configuration Guide Describes bridging methods,
operational features of bridging,
configuration methods, basic
configurations, and monitoring the
bridging functionality.
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Event Logging System
Messages Guide
Describes messages logged by the
Event Logging System (ELS).
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Network Interface Operations
Guide
Describes the configuration and
monitoring the supported network
interfaces.
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Routing Protocols Reference
Guide
Provides detailed reference
information about protocols and
interfaces supported by the router.
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Routing Protocols Users Guide Explains how toconfigure and monitor
the routing protocols supported by the
router.
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Router Configurator User’s
Guide
Explains how to install the Router
Configurator software, and use it to
create and load configurations into the
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routers.
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
System Software Guide Provides information about installing,
configuring, and operating the router
system software.

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The manuals referenced above can be obtained on the World Wide Web (refer to the
section titled Getting Help).
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
System Quick Reference Guide Provides quick reference information
about configuring the 6PDUW6ZLWFK
5RXWHU6HULHV system software.
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
Systems Network Architecture
Guide
Describes how to use SDLC Relay to
route SNA traffic across a WAN.
 SmartSwitch Router 500 Series
DTF (Digital Trace Facility)
User Guide
How to install and use the trace
facility which enables you to trace
packets within the protocol layers
of the 6PDUW6ZLWFK5RXWHU.
Part Number Title Description

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Document Conventions
Throughout this guide, the following symbols are used to call attention to important
information.
Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of
special importance.
!Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.
Electrical Hazard Warning symbol. Warns against an action that could result in the
presence of an electrical hazard.

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Glossary
This book uses the following terms:
Term Definition
Basic Rate A specific ISDN offering providing users with two
64Kb/s data channels (e.g. “B” channels) and one
16Kb/s signalling channel (e.g. “D” channel).
CLI Command Line Interface
Dedicated
Ethernet cable IEEE 10Base2 coaxial cable that carries Ethernet signals.
DRS Distributed Routing Software
Ethernet A term used for product compatibility with ISO 8802-3/
ANSI/IEEE 802.3 standards and the Ethernet standards
for CSMA/CD local area networks (LANs).
SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol, an industry
standard protocol for network management.
SSR SmartSwitch Router
WAN Wide Area Network. A generic term used to identify
serial links which traverse large geographic areas.

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Getting Help
For additional support related to this device or document, contact the
Cabletron Systems using one of the following methods:
Before calling Cabletron Systems, have the following information ready:
• Your Cabletron Systems service contract number
• A description of the failure
• A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem (e.g.,
changing mode switches, rebooting the unit, etc.)
• The serial and revision numbers of all involved Cabletron Systems
products in the network
• A description of your network environment (layout, cable type, etc.)
• Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known)
• The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a
recurring problem, etc.)
• Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers
World Wide Web http://www.cabletron.com/
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Systems Technical Writing Department via the following
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Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message.