Cabletron Systems ESXMIM User manual

ESXMIM/ESXMIM-F2
ETHERNET SWITCH
MODULE
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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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
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protectionagainst harmfulinterference 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.
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will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this device which are not expressly approved by the
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Consequently, when used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be
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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 How to Use This Manual.............................................................1-1
1.2 ESXMIM Overview......................................................................1-2
1.3 Document Conventions...............................................................1-3
1.3.1 Warnings and Notifications.............................................1-3
1.3.2 Document Format...........................................................1-3
1.4 Related Documents.....................................................................1-4
1.5 Getting Help.................................................................................1-4
CHAPTER 2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
2.1 Parts of the ESXMIM...................................................................2-1
2.1.1 The Faceplate.................................................................2-1
2.1.2 Internal Components......................................................2-4
2.1.3 LANVIEW LEDs..............................................................2-6
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Unpacking the ESXMIM..............................................................3-1
3.2 Setting Mode Switches................................................................3-3
3.3 Pre-Installation Test.....................................................................3-6
3.4 Installation...................................................................................3-8
3.5 Connecting to the Network........................................................3-11
3.5.1 Connecting a 10BASE-T Segment to the ESXMIM......3-12
3.5.2 Connecting a 10BASE-F Segment to the ESXMIM-F2.3-14
3.5.3 Connecting a 10BASE-T Segment to an EPIM-T.........3-16
3.5.4 Connecting a 10BASE-F Segment to an EPIM-F2 or
EPIM-F3........................................................................3-19
3.5.5 Connecting a 10BASE-F Segment to an EPIM-F1.......3-21
3.5.6 Connecting an AUI Segment to an EPIM-X or EPIM-A3-23
3.5.7 Connecting a 10BASE2 Segment to an EPIM-C..........3-24
3.6 Backplane Test..........................................................................3-26
CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING
4.1 Using LANView LEDs..................................................................4-1
4.2 Troubleshooting Checklist...........................................................4-3
4.3 Using The Reset Switch..............................................................4-5
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APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS
A.1 Physical Properties ..................................................................... A-1
A.2 Operating Properties...................................................................A-1
A.3 Environmental Requirements......................................................A-2
A.4 Certification................................................................................. A-2
A.5 COM Port Pinout.........................................................................A-2
APPENDIX B BRIM/EPIM INFORMATION
B.1 ESXMIM-Capable BRIMs ...........................................................B-1
B.2 ESXMIM-Capable EPIMs............................................................B-3
APPENDIX C UPGRADING THE ESXMIM
C.1 Locating BRIM Connectors.........................................................C-1
C.2 Adding EPIMs .............................................................................C-2
C.3 SIMM Upgrades..........................................................................C-3
C.3.1 Locating SIMMs..............................................................C-3
C.3.2 Installing SIMMs .............................................................C-4
C.3.2.1 Installing a FLASH SIMM...............................C-5
C.3.2.2 Installing an SDRAM or LDRAM SIMM..........C-6
APPENDIX D ETHERNET CABLING REQUIREMENTS
D.1 Network Requirements ...............................................................D-1
D.1.1 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network....................................D-1
D.1.2 Multimode Fiber Optic Network ......................................D-3
D.1.3 Single Mode Fiber Optic Network...................................D-4
D.1.4 10BASE2 Coaxial Cable Network...................................D-5
D.1.5 Transceiver Requirements..............................................D-5
INDEX
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems ESXMIM/ESXMIM-F2 Ethernet
Switch Module Installation Guide
. This manual provides installation
instructions and reference information for the ESXMIM and
ESXMIM-F2 Ethernet Switching Media Interface Modules.
1.1 HOW TO USETHIS MANUAL
To gain a full understanding of this device and its capabilities, and to help
eliminate any potential problems during or after installation, please be
sure to read and understand all of the instructions/information in this
document and in the release notes supplied with your ESXMIM.
You should have a general working knowledge of Ethernet or IEEE 802.3
type data networks prior to installing the ESXMIM. The following
summarizes the organization of this manual.
Chapter 1,
Introduction , discusses the use and conventions of the
ESXMIM/ESXMIM-F2 Ethernet Switch Module Installation Guide ,
details the procedures to follow for obtaining assistance from Cabletron
Systems, and provides a list of related documentation.
Chapter 2,
Controls and Indicators , identifies and describes the
components and monitoring indicators that make up the ESXMIM. This
chapter contains information that is essential to the understanding of the
procedures in the rest of this manual.
Chapter 3,
Installation , details the procedures to follow when unpacking,
testing, and installing the ESXMIM. The chapter contains information
and step-by-step instructions for connecting network cabling to the
ESXMIM and closes with a procedure which may be used to test the
operation of the ESXMIM in the network.
NOTE
This manual covers both the ESXMIM and the ESXMIM-F2.
The name ESXMIM will be used to refer to both of the modules
unless it is necessary to describe features that are unique to a
specific module.
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Chapter 4, Troubleshooting , describes how to use LANVIEW LEDs on
the ESXMIM. The chapter defines the different LED conditions and
provides a table of simple troubleshooting instructions for module-related
difficulties.
Appendix A,
Specifications , provides the physical specifications and
operating requirements of the ESXMIM. This appendix also contains
serial port pinout tables for constructing Local Management cables.
Appendix B,
BRIM/EPIM Information , describes two series of modules
called BRIMs and EPIMs, which may be added to the ESXMIM to
provide additional capabilities or connectivity options.
Appendix C,
Upgrading the ESXMIM , details the procedures that must
be followed when expanding the capabilities of the ESXMIM. This
appendix contains information on memory upgrades and the addition of
EPIM modules to the ESXMIM.
Appendix D,
Ethernet Cabling Requirements , describes the test
characteristics that Ethernet cables must adhere to in order to be
standards-compliant.Any Ethernet link or cable that is to be connected to
the ESXMIM should be verified to be within the specifications and
limitations provided in this appendix.
1.2 ESXMIM OVERVIEW
The ESXMIM and ESXMIM-F2 are multi-interface Ethernet switching
modules designed to provide maximum throughput while supplying
comprehensive network management functionality. The ESXMIM and
ESXMIM-F2 must be configured in a Cabletron Systems Multi Media
Access Center (MMAC) hub.
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