Cabletron Systems CyberSWITCH CSX150 User manual

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VIRUS DISCLAIMER
Cabletron Systems has tested its software with current virus checking
technologies. However, because no anti-virus system is 100% reliable, we strongly
caution you to write protect and then verify that the Licensed Software, prior to
installing it, is virus-free with an anti-virus system in which you have confidence.
Cabletron Systems makes no representations or warranties to the effect that the
Licensed Software is virus-free.
Copyright © July 1997, by Cabletron Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Only qualified personnel should perform installation
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TRADEMARKS
Cabletron Systems, CyberSWITCH, MMAC-Plus, SmartSWITCH, SPECTRUM,
and SecureFast Virtual Remote Access Manager are trademarks of Cabletron
Systems, Inc.
All other product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
COPYRIGHTS
All of the code for this product is copyrighted by Cabletron Systems, Inc.
© Copyright 1991-1997 Cabletron Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the
United States of America.
Portionsofthecodeforthisproductarecopyrightedbythefollowingcorporations:
Epilogue Technology Corporation
Copyright 1991-1993 by Epilogue Technology Corporation. All rights reserved.
Livingston Enterprises, Inc.
Copyright 1992 Livingston Enterprises, Inc.
Security Dynamics Technologies Inc.
Copyright 1995 by Security Dynamics Technologies Inc. All rights reserved.
Stac Electronics
Stac Electronics 1993, including one or more U.S. Patents No. 4701745, 5016009,
5126739 and 5146221 and other pending patents.
Telenetworks
Copyright 1991, 92, 93 by Telenetworks. All rights reserved.
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 operator’s 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
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WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this device which are not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
DOC 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 présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les
limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le
Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des
Communications du Canada.
VCCI NOTICE
This is a Class 1 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.
CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC. PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT
IMPORTANT: Before utilizing this product, carefully read this License Agreement.
This document is an agreement between you, the end user, and Cabletron Systems,
Inc. ("Cabletron") that sets forth your rights and obligations with respect to the
Cabletron software program (the "Program") contained in this package. The
Program may be contained in firmware, chips or othermedia.BY UTILIZING THE
ENCLOSED PRODUCT, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BECOME BOUND BY THE
TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, WHICH INCLUDES THE LICENSE AND THE
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY. IF YOU DO
NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, PROMPTLY RETURN
THE UNUSED PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL
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CONTENTS
Using Quick Start 7
Cabling 8
The PC to CyberSWITCH Connection 8
Using a10BaseT Hub LAN Connection 9
Using a10BaseT Direct LAN Connection 10
Using a 10Base2 (BNC) LAN Connection 12
Using an AMP Connection 13
For Out-of-Band Management 13
For LAN Replacement 13
For Local Console Access 13
Using an AMP Connection for LAN Replacement or Local Console Access 14
The ISDN Connection 15
CyberSWITCHs with Internal NT-1s 15
CyberSWITCHs without Internal NT-1s 16
CyberSWITCHs Requiring DSUs 17
Connection Instructions 17
Termination Switches 17
The POTS Connection 18
The Power Connection 19
Basics 20
Reading the LED Indicators 20
Accessing the Release Notes 20
Safety Considerations 21
Accessing the CyberSWITCH 21
Connecting an Administration Console 21
Changing the Baud Rate 22
Telnet Connection 22
AMP Connection 23
Login on the CyberSWITCH 23
Making Configuration Changes 23
Upgrading Software 24
Local Software Upgrade 25
Local Upgrade of the Second Stage Boot (SSB) 26
Local Upgrade of the Operational Software (OSW) 26
Remote Software Upgrade 27
Remote Upgrade of the Second Stage Boot (SSB) 27
Remote Upgrade of the Operational Software (OSW) 28
Change Defaults to Secure System 29
Return Configuration to Factory Defaults 30
Initial Installation Steps 30
Beginning the Configuration Process 30
Physical Resource Configuration 31

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Connectivity 32
Overview 32
Connecting One Cabletron Product to another via PPP 32
Bridge to Bridge Configuration 32
Configuration for Site "Central" 32
Configuration for Site "Remote" 33
IP Router to IP Router Configuration 34
Configuration for Site "Central" 34
Configuration for Site "Remote" 35
IPX Router to IPX Router Configuration 36
Configuration for Site "Central" 36
Configuration for Site "Remote" 37
AppleTalk Router to AppleTalk Router Configuration 38
Configuration for Site "Central" 38
Configuration for Site "Remote" 39
Special Features 41
Configuring the POTS Option 41
Configuring the Encoding Standard 41
Configuring POTS Line Information 42
Configuring POTS Information Per Device 42
Configuring Hardware Filters 43
Troubleshooting 45
Local Area Network LED Indicators 45
Wide Area Network LED Indicators 45
Service Indicator 46
Service Indicator Remains Lit 46
Service Indicator Blinks 47
Index 48

U SING Q UICK S TART
This guide is for the CSX154 and the CSX155; collectively known as the CSX150 Series. To simplify
the documentation, throughout this guide we will refer to these products as CSX150.
Follow the instructions in this guide for installing the CyberSWITCH, powering it up, and making
any necessary changes to the default configuration values. Perform the steps in order; skipping the
sections that pertain to options you will not use.
We include the following chapters:
•Cabling
Provides you with instructions for connecting the CyberSWITCH to your PC, several methods
for ISDN connections, and completing a POTS connection.
•Basics
This chapter gives detailed instructions on the initial installation steps that are required for all
CyberSWITCH configurations.
• Connectivity
This chapter gives instructions for connecting two of our products together via PPP. Separate
instructions are provided for bridging, IP, IPX, and AppleTalk configurations.
• Special Features
The Special Features sections discusses two features, POTS and Hardware Filtering, that are
unique to the CSX150.
• Troubleshooting
Provides an explanation of the CSX150 LED indicators: how to interpret them and corrective
actions to take.

C ABLING
CyberSWITCH cabling includes the following:
• connecting your PC to the CyberSWITCH
• providing an ISDN connection for the CyberSWITCH
• optional: connecting telephone devices to the CyberSWITCH using a POTS connection
• connecting the CyberSWITCH to the provided power supply
This chapter describes each of the cabling processes.
Note: If a cable you need is not among the cables included with your CyberSWITCH shipment,
order the cable separately through Cabletron or your distributor.
THE PC TO CYBERSWITCH CONNECTION
There are several options available for connecting your PC to the CyberSWITCH. There are three
LAN connection methods (using a 10BaseT Hub, 10BaseT Direct, or 10Base2 connection), or you
can use an AMP connection. Referto the sectionthatdescribes the PC to CyberSWITCH connection
you will use.

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C ABLING
The PC to CyberSWITCH Connection
USING A10BASET HUB LAN CONNECTION
If you plan on using a 10BaseT Hub to connect one or more PCs to the CyberSWITCH, this is the
type of connection you will use.
Use the following graphic and instructions to complete the connection.
1. Connect your PC to the Hub using the supplied straight through cable (RJ-45 connectors with
twisted pair).
2. Connect the Hub to the CyberSWITCH, also using straight through cable.
BRI Term 10BT 10B2 Console DCPower Reset
1 2
BRI Term 10BT
RJ-45 Connector
Twisted Pair
To Hub
Hub
RJ-45 RJ-45
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USING A10BASET DIRECT LAN CONNECTION
If you plan on connecting your PC directly to an CyberSWITCH, this is the type of connection you
will use.
Use the following graphic and instructions to complete the connection.
1. Connect your PC to the CyberSWITCH using a crossover cable. This cable is a custom made
cable using RJ-45 connectors and twisted pair. Order this cable through Cabletron or your
Distributor.
The crossover cable allows your PC and the CyberSWITCH to communicate directly, without
a Hub between them.
BRI Term 10BT 10B2 Console DCPower Reset
1 2
BRI Term 10BT
RJ-45 Connector
Twisted Pair
To PC
RJ-45 RJ-45
Twisted Pair
Crossover Cable