Cabletron Systems MicroMMAC-24E User manual

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MicroMMAC
10BASE-T INTELLIGENT STACKABLE HUB
INSTALLATION GUIDE

MicroMMAC Installation Guide i
NOTICE
Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications 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, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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 Copyright 1996 by Cabletron Systems, Inc., P.O. Box 5005, Rochester, NH 03866-5005
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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 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 own expense.
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 ClassA 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 equipment is in the 1st Class Category (information equipment to be used in commercial and/or
industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference
by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI) aimed at preventing radio interference in commercial
and/or industrial areas.
Consequently, when used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be
caused to radios and TV receivers, etc.
Read the instructions for correct handling.

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CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC. PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT
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You may not copy, reproduce or transmit any part of the Program except as permitted by the
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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
European Representative Address: Cabletron Systems Limited
Nexus House, Newbury Business Park
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Conformance to Directive(s)/Product Standards: EC Directive 89/336/EEC
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Equipment Type/Environment: Networking Equipment, for use in a
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Industrial
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Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 How to Use This Manual .............................................................1-1
1.2 Manual Organization ...................................................................1-1
1.3 Document Conventions...............................................................1-2
1.4 MicroMMAC Overview.................................................................1-3
1.5 MicroMMAC Features..................................................................1-4
1.6 Stackable Capabilities.................................................................1-6
1.7 Remote Network Management Capabilities................................1-7
1.8 Optional Features........................................................................1-8
1.9 Related Manuals..........................................................................1-9
1.10 Getting Help...............................................................................1-10
CHAPTER 2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
2.1 Identifying MicroMMAC Components..........................................2-1
2.2 Turning the MicroMMAC ON and OFF........................................2-2
2.3 Using the LCD and LCD DISPLAY Button ..................................2-2
2.3.1 Static System Messages ................................................2-3
2.3.2 Saved Alarm Messages..................................................2-4
2.3.3 Unsaved Initialization Messages ....................................2-5
2.3.4 Saved System Messages ...............................................2-6
2.4 Using the Reset Button................................................................2-7
2.5 Using the NVRAM Switch............................................................2-8
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
3.1 Unpacking the MicroMMAC.........................................................3-1
3.2 Removing the Chassis Cover......................................................3-2
3.3 Setting the Mode Switches..........................................................3-4
3.4 Upgrading the FLASH SIMM.......................................................3-6
3.5 Adding/Replacing EPIMs.............................................................3-8
3.6 Adding/Replacing BRIMs.............................................................3-9
3.7 Testing the MicroMMAC..............................................................3-9
3.8 Installing the MicroMMAC..........................................................3-10
3.8.1 Shelf or Tabletop Installation ........................................3-11
3.8.2 Attaching the Strain-Relief Bracket...............................3-12
3.8.3 Rack Mounting the MicroMMAC...................................3-13
3.8.4 Stacking the MicroMMAC .............................................3-14

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CHAPTER 4 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK
4.1 Connecting the MicroMMAC to the Network................................4-1
4.1.1 Connecting a 10BASE-T Segment to the MicroMMAC-22E
and MicroMMAC-24E4-2
4.1.2 Connecting a 10BASE-T Segment to the MicroMMAC-32E
and MicroMMAC-34E4-3
4.1.3 Connecting a 10BASE-T Segment to an EPIM-T............4-5
4.1.4 Connecting a 10BASE-F Segment to an EPIM-F1..........4-6
4.1.5 Connecting a 10BASE-F Segment to an EPIM-F2 or
EPIM-F34-8
4.1.6 Connecting a 10BASE2 Segment to an EPIM-C...........4-10
4.1.7 Connecting an AUI Segment to an EPIM-A ..................4-11
4.1.8 Connecting an AUI Segment to an EPIM-X ..................4-13
CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING
5.1 Using LANVIEW...........................................................................5-1
5.2 Troubleshooting Checklist............................................................5-3
APPENDIX A MicroMMAC SPECIFICATIONS
A.1 Operating Specifications............................................................. A-1
A.2 Power Supply Requirements ......................................................A-1
A.3 Environmental Requirements...................................................... A-2
A.4 Agency Approvals....................................................................... A-2
A.5 EMI Requirements ...................................................................... A-2
A.6 EMC Requirements..................................................................... A-2
A.7 Physical Specifications ............................................................... A-2
APPENDIX B EPIM SPECIFICATIONS
B.1 EPIM-T........................................................................................ B-1
B.2 EPIM-F1 and EPIM-F2................................................................ B-2
B.3 EPIM-F3...................................................................................... B-3
B.4 EPIM-C .......................................................................................B-5
B.5 EPIM-A and EPIM-X ................................................................... B-6

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APPENDIX C NETWORK PLANNING AND CONFIGURATION
C.1 Network Cable Requirements......................................................C-1
C.1.1 HubSTACK Interconnect Cable ......................................C-1
C.1.2 10BASE-T UTP and STP Cable......................................C-2
C.1.3 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable...........................................C-4
C.1.4 Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable .......................................C-5
C.1.5 10BASE2 Thin Coaxial Cable .........................................C-6
C.1.6 AUI Cable........................................................................C-7
C.2 Network Port Specifications.........................................................C-7
C.2.1 MicroMMAC-22E and MicroMMAC-24E
Network PortsC-8
C.2.2 MicroMMAC-32E and MicroMMAC-34E
Network PortsC-8
C.3 COM Port Specifications ...........................................................C-10
C.4 Transceiver Requirements ........................................................C-10
INDEX

MicroMMAC Installation Guide Page 1-1
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems MicroMMAC 10BASE-T
Intelligent Stackable Hub Installation Guide
. This manual provides
installation instructions and reference information for the
MicroMMAC-22E, MicroMMAC-24E, MicroMMAC-32E,
MicroMMAC-34E, MicroMMAC-22ES, MicroMMAC-24ES,
MicroMMAC-32ES, and MicroMMAC-34ES.
1.1 HOW TO USETHIS MANUAL
Read through this manual to gain an understanding of the features and
capabilities of the MicroMMAC. A general knowledge of Ethernet and
IEEE 802.3 type data communications networks and their physical layer
components is helpful when installing the MicroMMAC.
1.2 MANUAL ORGANIZATION
This manual contains the following chapters and appendices:
Chapter 1,
Introduction , outlines the contents of this manual, briefly
describes MicroMMAC features, and concludes with a list of related
manuals.
Chapter 2,
Controls and Indicators , shows the controls and indicators of
the MicroMMAC.
Chapter 3, Installation , describes how to install the MicroMMAC as a
stackable or standalone device.
Chapter 4, Connecting to the Network , explains how to connect the
MicroMMAC to the network using the various media types.
NOTE
Unless it is noted differently in this guide, the term MicroMMAC
refers to the MicroMMAC-22E, MicroMMAC-24E,
MicroMMAC-32E, MicroMMAC-34E, MicroMMAC-22ES,
MicroMMAC-24ES, MicroMMAC-32ES, and
MicroMMAC-34ES.