Cabletron Systems SEH-22 User manual

SEH-22 AND SEH-24 10BASE-T
STACKABLE HUB
USER’S GUIDE
CABLETRON SYSTEMS, 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,pursuanttoPart15oftheFCCrules.Theselimitsaredesignedtoprovidereasonableprotection
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
thisequipmentinaresidentialareaislikelytocauseinterferenceinwhichcasetheuserwillberequired
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 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 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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 USING THIS MANUAL............................................................................1-1
1.2 GETTING HELP ......................................................................................1-2
1.3 SEH OVERVIEW.....................................................................................1-2
1.4 SEH FEATURES.....................................................................................1-3
1.5 STACKABLE CAPABILITIES ..................................................................1-4
1.6 OPTIONAL FEATURES ..........................................................................1-4
1.7 RELATED MANUALS..............................................................................1-6
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION
REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 CABLE SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................2-1
2.1.1 HubSTACK Interconnect Cable Requirements.........................2-1
2.1.2 10BASE-T UTP and STP Cable Specifications.........................2-2
2.2 NETWORK PORT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................2-4
2.3 TRANSCEIVER REQUIREMENTS.........................................................2-4
2.4 OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................2-5
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
3.1 UNPACKING THE SEH...........................................................................3-1
3.2 INSTALLING THE SEH...........................................................................3-1
3.2.1 Tabletop or Shelf Installation.....................................................3-2
3.2.2 Rackmount Installation Requirements.......................................3-3
3.2.3 Attaching the Strain Relief Bracket............................................3-4
3.2.4 Rack Mounting the SEH............................................................3-5
3.2.5 Stacking the SEH......................................................................3-6
3.3 CONNECTING THE SEH TO THE POWER SOURCE...........................3-9
3.4 ADDING/REPLACING EPIMs .................................................................3-9
CHAPTER 4 CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK
4.1 CONNECTING THE SEH TO THE NETWORK ......................................4-1
4.1.1 Connecting Network Ports, SEH-22 and SEH-24 .....................4-1
4.1.2 Connecting a UTP Segment to an EPIM-T ...............................4-3
4.1.3 Connecting a Fiber Segment to an EPIM-F1/F2/F3..................4-4
4.1.4 Connecting a Thin-Net Segment to an EPIM-C ........................4-6
4.1.5 Connecting an AUI Cable to an EPIM-A ...................................4-8
4.1.6 Connecting an AUI Cable to an EPIM-X ...................................4-9
4.2 FINISHING THE INSTALLATION..........................................................4-10
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CHAPTER 5 TROUBLESHOOTING
5.1 INSTALLATION CHECK-OUT.................................................................5-1
5.2 USING LANVIEW ....................................................................................5-2
APPENDIX A EPIM INFORMATION
A.1 EPIM SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................ A-1
A.1.1 EPIM-T ..................................................................................... A-1
A.1.2 EPIM-F1 and EPIM-F2............................................................. A-2
A.1.3 EPIM-F3 ................................................................................... A-3
A.1.4 EPIM-C..................................................................................... A-5
A.1.5 EPIM-A and EPIM-X (AUI Port)................................................ A-6
A.2 EPIM CABLE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................... A-7
A.2.1 Multimode Fiber Optic Cable Specifications............................. A-7
A.2.2 Single Mode Fiber Optic Cable Specifications ......................... A-8
A.2.3 Thin-Net Network Requirements for the EPIM-C ..................... A-9
A.2.4 AUI Cable Requirements for the EPIM-A and EPIM-X........... A-10
INDEX
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SEH USER’S GUIDE 1-1
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems SEH-22 and SEH-24 10BASE-T
Stackable Hubs User’s Guide . This manual provides installation
instructions and reference information for the SEH-22 and SEH-24.
1.1 USING THIS MANUAL
Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its
content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of
the SEH. A general working knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 type
data communications networks and their physical layer components is
helpful when installing the SEH.
Chapter 1,
Introduction , outlines the contents of this manual, briefly
describes SEH features, and concludes with a list of related manuals.
Chapter 2,
Installation Requirements/Specifications , describes
installation requirements, network guidelines, and specifications.
Chapter 3,
Installation , contains instructions for installing the SEH as a
stackable or stand-alone hub.
Chapter 4,
Connecting to the Network , explains how to connect the SEH
to the network using the various media types.
Chapter 5,
Troubleshooting , describes how to use the LANVIEW LEDs
to troubleshoot network problems.
Appendix A,
EPIM Information , provides specifications, cabling
information, and switch settings for the Ethernet Port Interface Modules.
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1.2 GETTING HELP
If you need additional support related to the Cabletron Systems SEH, or if
you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning this
manual, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support:
By phone ..........................[phone]
Monday-Friday; 8am - 8pm Eastern Time
By CompuServe...............GO CTRON from any ! prompt
By Internet mail ...............[email protected]
By FTP.............................134.141.197.25
Login:
anonymous , Password: your email address
1.3 SEH OVERVIEW
The SEH-22 is a non-intelligent repeating hub that has 12 RJ45 ports and
one Ethernet Port Interface Module (EPIM) port on the front panel for
network connections while the SEH-24 has 24 RJ45 ports and two EPIM
ports on the front panel for network connections. Both models have two
rear panel HubSTACK Interconnect Bus ports for stackable connections.
Figure 1-1. Front and Rear Views of the SEH-22 and SEH-24
HubSTACK10BASE-T HUB WITH LANVIEW®
SEH-22
1491_1
SEH INTERCONNECT
OUT IN
EPIM-1
EPIM-2
PWR
MGMT
CLN E1
E2
RCV
LNK
RCV
LNK
24 22 20 18 16 14 12 246810
23 21 19 17 15 13 11 13579
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14X16X18X20X22X24X
1X3X5X7X9X11X13X15X17X19X21X23X
HubSTACK10BASE-T HUB WITH LANVIEW®
SEH-24
HubSTACK10BASE-T HUB WITH LANVIEW®
SEH-24
SEH INTERCONNECT
OUT IN
EPIM-1
PWR
MGMT
CLN E1
RCV
LNK
RCV
LNK
12 246810
11 13579
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HubSTACK10BASE-T HUB WITH LANVIEW®
SEH-22
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SEH FEATURES
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Stack up to five SEH hubs using Cabletron Systems external HubSTACK
Interconnect cables. Manage the stack by using the Cabletron Systems
MicroMMAC or SEHI (Stackable Ethernet Hub with Intelligence). Up to
four SEH hubs can be stacked with one intelligent hub. Stackable
configurations make it possible to maintain only one IEEE repeater hop
while providing up to 130 Ethernet ports.
1.4 SEH FEATURES
Repeater Functionality
The SEH fully conforms to the IEEE 802.3 Repeater, AUI, and
10BASE-T specifications, and provides the flexibility to connect
networks using IEEE 802.3, Ethernet Version 1 or Version 2 equipment.
The SEH transmits re-timed data packets, regenerates the preamble,
extends fragments, and arbitrates collisions.
The SEH automatically partitions problem segments, and reconnects
repaired segments to the network. This feature minimizes the impact on
network operation by isolating the problem segment. Only devices on the
problem segment are affected. When the problem is solved, the SEH
automatically reconnects the isolated segment to the network.
Polarity Detection and Correction
Each twisted pair port on the SEH incorporates a Polarity Detection and
Correction feature that allows the SEH to pass data regardless of the
polarity of the twisted pair segment’s receive link. Cabletron does not
recommend operating in this condition. When this condition is
discovered, remove the segment from the network and wire it correctly to
reduce the potential for problems if equipment changes are made.
LANVIEW LEDs
Cabletron Systems LANVIEW Status Monitoring and Diagnostics
System is a troubleshooting tool that helps in diagnosing power failures,
collisions, cable faults, and link problems. The LANVIEW LEDs are
located on the front panel.
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