Hubbell RFL EXMUX 4500 User manual

RFL®EXMUX®4500
IP Access Multiplexer
Instruction Manual
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Publication Number MC4500
Version 3, June 2023

NOTICE
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changes to its contents from time to time. We assume no liability for losses incurred as
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WARRANTY
The RFL™ eXmux®comes with a three-year warranty from date of shipment for replacement
of any part, which fails during normal operation. HPS/RFL will repair or, at its option, replace
components that prove to be defective at no cost to the Customer. All equipment returned to
HPS/RFL must have an RMA (Return Material Authorization) number, obtained by calling the
HPS/RFL Customer Service Department. A defective part should be returned to the factory,
shipping charges prepaid, for repair or replacement FOB Boonton, N.J.
Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. – RFLTM Products is not responsible for warranty of peripherals,
such as printers and external computers. The warranty for such devices is as stated by the
original equipment manufacturer. If you have purchased peripheral equipment not
manufactured by Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. – RFLTM Products, follow the written
instructions supplied with that equipment for warranty information and how to obtain service.
WARRANTY STATEMENT
The RFL™ eXmux®is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for three years
from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, HPS/RFL will repair or, at its option,
replace components that prove to be defective at no cost to the customer, except the one-way
shipping cost of the failed assembly to the HPS/RFL Customer Service facility in Boonton,
New Jersey. Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. – RFLTM Products warrants product repair from three
years from the date of repair or the balance of the original factory warranty, whichever is
longer.
This warranty does not apply if the equipment has been damaged by accident, neglect, misuse,
or causes other than performed or authorized by Hubbell Power Systems, Inc. – RFLTM
Products
This warranty specifically excludes damage incurred in shipment to or from Hubbell Power
Systems, Inc. – RFLTM Products. In the event an item is received in damaged condition, the
carrier should be notified immediately. All claims for such damage should be filed with the
carrier.

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NOTE: If you do not intend to use the product immediately, it is recommended that it be
opened immediately after receiving and inspected for proper operation and signs of impact
damage.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, whether expressed, implied or statutory,
including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose. In no event shall HPS/RFL be liable, whether in contract, in tort, or on any other basis,
for any damages sustained by the customer or any other person arising from or related to loss of
use, failure or interruption in the operation of any products, or delay in maintenance or for
incidental, consequential, indirect, or special damages or liabilities, or for loss of revenue, loss
of business, or other financial loss arising out of or in connection with the sale, lease,
maintenance, use, performance, failure, or interruption of the products.
USING THIS MANUAL
The following Instruction manual is for the use of maintenance and operating personnel
responsible for communications in the electric utility or other facility utilizing the eXmux. All
local safety rules in force at the facility where the eXmux is installed must be strictly enforced.
Only properly trained personnel may install or work on the eXmux.
The instruction manual is divided into the following sections:
1. Introduction - overview of product
Introduces the user to the product, gives an overview of the various functions of the
eXmux.
2. Safety instructions
Important safety information and warnings.
3. System description
Describes the various interfaces on the unit (high and low speed connections). Explains
the function of the LED’s and auxiliary ports.
4. Hardware Installation
Unpacking and physical installation of the unit. Connecting power and data lines but not
configuring the unit.
5. Software Installation
Install the VNMS software and USB Access.
6. Network Global Provisioning
Configure some or all the nodes in a Network Group with common settings.
7. Configuring Ethernet Virtual Connections (EVC).
Create Ethernet Virtual Circuits in a Network.
8. Configure eXmux Node
Configure the boards in an individual node.

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9. System Maintenance
System check-out and functional testing. Includes instructions on using the eXmux
System Software Upgrade Utility.
10. Troubleshooting
Instructions to isolate and resolve problems in a node.
11. Technical Data
The technical specifications for the eXmux.
12. Glossary and Index
13. Application Notes
Contains additional information, usually customer specific, intended to assist the user in
configuring and operating the eXmux.
OPERATING PERSONNEL
Operating and service personnel must:
•Be trained in safety procedures required when working with equipment generating high
voltages.
•Have a general knowledge of electronic and electrical systems.
•Have practical training on communications equipment.
•Be comfortable working with a PC/notebook computer in a Windows®operating
system.
•Take ESD precautions when working on or around the eXmux.
•Have read and understood this manual.
Trademark information:
Windows and Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Ethernet is a registered trademark of Xerox Corporation.
eXmux is a registered trademark of Hubbell Power Systems, Inc.
Actel is a registered trademark of Actel Corporation.
RFL is a trademark of Hubbell Power Systems.
The trademark information listed above is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and complete.

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Applicable standards and certifications:

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Table of Contents
WARRANTY.................................................................................................................. 1
USING THIS MANUAL ................................................................................................. 2
OPERATING PERSONNEL .......................................................................................... 3
Table of Contents ........................................................................................................ 5
Ordering Information, Decoding the Part Number.................................................. 14
Section 1. Introduction - Overview of Product.......................................................1-1
1.1 Introduction........................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Major Components ............................................................................................... 1-2
Section 2. Safety Instructions .................................................................................2-1
2.1 Warnings and Safety Summary ............................................................................ 2-1
Safety Summary......................................................................................................................... 2-1
Additional Warnings.................................................................................................................. 2-3
Additional Cautions ................................................................................................................... 2-4
Section 3. System Description ................................................................................3-1
3.1 Product Description .............................................................................................. 3-1
3.2 eXmux® Features (4500 – 5U)............................................................................. 3-2
3.2.1 Redundancy....................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Hot Swappable .................................................................................................................. 3-2
3.2.3 Major Features 4500 ......................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3 Network Application.............................................................................................. 3-4
3.3.1 eXmux® over a T1/E1 Link ............................................................................................. 3-5
3.3.2 eXmux® over an ISP Communications Network............................................................. 3-5
3.3.3 Additional Network schemes............................................................................................ 3-7
3.3.4 Typical DS0 Grooming Application................................................................................. 3-8
3.4 LED Indicators – Annunciator Panel..................................................................... 3-9
3.4.1 eXmux® Alarm Status.................................................................................................... 3-10
3.4.2 Power Supply Status .......................................................................................................3-11
3.4.3 Controller Card Status..................................................................................................... 3-11
3.4.4 Sys I/O Status.................................................................................................................. 3-11
3.4.5 Core I/O Card Status....................................................................................................... 3-12
3.4.6 Core I/O Port Status ........................................................................................................ 3-12
3.4.7 Customer Interface Status ............................................................................................... 3-12
3.4.8 Temperature Status ......................................................................................................... 3-13
3.5 Controller Card ................................................................................................... 3-13
3.5.1 User Access USB Port .................................................................................................... 3-13
3.5.2 Controller Card LEDs Status ..........................................................................................3-14
3.5.3 Controller Buttons........................................................................................................... 3-14
3.5.4 Engineering Diagnostics Port ......................................................................................... 3-14

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3.6 System I/O Board ............................................................................................... 3-14
3.6.1 Sys I/O Description......................................................................................................... 3-14
3.6.2 T1/E1 Capabilities .......................................................................................................... 3-17
3.7 Core I/O Card ..................................................................................................... 3-19
3.7.1 Core I/O Description Details........................................................................................... 3-20
3.8 Customer Payload Cards.................................................................................... 3-21
3.8.1 Customer Payload Cards - Layout 4500 (5U Chassis) ................................................... 3-22
3.8.2 Customer Payload Cards – Cross Reference................................................................... 3-23
3.9 Payload Cards – Detailed Descriptions .............................................................. 3-23
3.9.1 Data Interfaces ................................................................................................................ 3-24
3.9.2 Serial Server.................................................................................................................... 3-29
3.9.3 Telephone Interfaces ....................................................................................................... 3-34
3.9.4 Audio Interfaces.............................................................................................................. 3-39
3.9.5 The RFL™ eXmux® TPS System.................................................................................... 3-1
3.9.6 Functional Overview......................................................................................................... 3-2
3.9.7 Ping Pong Testing ............................................................................................................. 3-2
3.9.8 Trip Times......................................................................................................................... 3-4
3.9.9 Four-Port T1/E1 ................................................................................................................ 3-3
3.10 System Interconnections .................................................................................... 3-6
3.11 Power Supplies (4500) ....................................................................................... 3-7
3.11.1 4500 Power Supply Description ..................................................................................... 3-7
Section 4. Hardware Installation .............................................................................4-1
4.1 Introduction........................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Unpacking............................................................................................................. 4-1
4.3 Mounting the Equipment....................................................................................... 4-1
4.3.1 Mounting an Individual Modular eXmux® ...................................................................... 4-2
4.3.2 Mid and Rear Mounting.................................................................................................... 4-3
4.3.3 Interconnected Chassis Installed in Rack or Cabinet........................................................ 4-3
4.3.4 Interconnected Chassis Mounted on Shipping Rails ........................................................ 4-4
4.4 Ventilation............................................................................................................. 4-4
4.5 Interface Connections (Pin-Outs) ......................................................................... 4-5
4.5.1 Data Interfaces .................................................................................................................. 4-5
4.5.2 Voice and Audio Interfaces ............................................................................................ 4-10
4.5.3 System I/O Card Connections......................................................................................... 4-12
4.5.4 TPS System Connections................................................................................................ 4-14
4.6 Data and Power Connections............................................................................. 4-14
4.6.1 Customer Interface Connections..................................................................................... 4-14
4.6.2 Alarm Relay Connections ............................................................................................... 4-16
4.6.3 Input Status Connections ................................................................................................ 4-16
4.6.4 GPS and IRIG Connections ............................................................................................4-17
4.6.5 Checking the Power Supply Input Voltage..................................................................... 4-19
4.6.6 Grounding the Equipment............................................................................................... 4-20
4.6.7 Connecting and applying Input Power............................................................................ 4-21
Section 5. Install VNMS and USB User Access Utility.........................................5-23

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5.1 Overview............................................................................................................. 5-23
eXmux® Visual Network Management Software ................................................................... 5-23
5.2 Install eXmux® 4500 VNMS ............................................................................... 5-23
5.2.1 Computer and Operating System Restrictions................................................................ 5-23
5.2.2 SNMP Communication................................................................................................... 5-24
5.2.3 Network Files.................................................................................................................. 5-24
5.2.4 Loading the VNMS Software (Initial Installation) ......................................................... 5-24
5.2.5 Installing VNMS over a previous version ...................................................................... 5-31
5.3Firewall Information ............................................................................................. 5-34
5.4 Install and Run the USB User Access Utility....................................................... 5-36
5.4.1 Access through the rear USB Port ..................................................................................5-36
5.4.2 Access through the Front Management Port................................................................... 5-38
5.4.3 Configure Node Settings and Password.......................................................................... 5-41
5.4.4 Preparing for VNMS access............................................................................................ 5-45
5.5 System Recovery/Debug Port ............................................................................ 5-46
Section 6. Network Global Provisioning.................................................................5-1
6.1Introduction to Opening an Existing Network or Configuring a New Network ........ 5-1
6.2 Getting Started ..................................................................................................... 5-1
6.2.1 First time log on and Activation Key Code ......................................................................5-3
6.2.2 Managing User Levels –Setting Authorities in VNMS .................................................... 5-4
6.2.3 Node Access Management................................................................................................ 5-6
6.2.4 Opening an Existing Network......................................................................................... 5-10
6.2.5 Autodiscover a New Network......................................................................................... 5-11
6.2.6 Creating a new Network (Manual Method – Off-Line).................................................. 5-15
6.2.7 View a Network Group................................................................................................... 5-16
6.2.8 Add a new node to an existing Network Group.............................................................. 5-21
6.2.9 Adding and configuring a Node (Manual Method – Off-Line) ...................................... 5-24
6.3 VNMS System and User Preferences ................................................................ 5-26
6.3.1 System Preferences ......................................................................................................... 5-26
6.3.2 User Preferences ............................................................................................................. 5-27
6.4View a Network Group......................................................................................... 5-28
6.4.1 View a Network Group, table view ................................................................................ 5-29
6.4.2 View a Network Group, graphical view ......................................................................... 5-29
6.4.3 Window Feature.............................................................................................................. 5-30
6.4.4 Menu -> Network -> Management VLANS................................................................... 5-30
6.5Network Group Configurations ............................................................................ 5-31
6.5.1 IP Management ............................................................................................................ 5-32
6.5.2 Neighbor Discovery ..................................................................................................... 5-34
6.5.3 TDM Timing Configuration ........................................................................................ 5-35
6.5.4 Real-Time Clock Configuration................................................................................... 5-36
6.5.5 Ethernet Virtual Connection ........................................................................................ 5-36
6.5.6 Trap Destination........................................................................................................... 5-56
6.5.7 Alarm Management ..................................................................................................... 5-57
6.5.8 Reboot .......................................................................................................................... 5-60

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6.6 Network Group Status ........................................................................................ 5-62
6.6.1 Reports ............................................................................................................................ 5-62
6.6.2 SSRV Real-Time Clock.................................................................................................. 5-83
6.6.3 TDM Timing Status ........................................................................................................ 5-85
6.6.4 TDM Bundle ................................................................................................................... 5-86
6.6.5 Real-Time Clock Status .................................................................................................. 5-87
6.7 Additional Report information ............................................................................. 5-88
6.7.1 Current Event Log........................................................................................................... 5-88
6.7.2 Retrieve Network Active Alarms.................................................................................... 5-89
Section 7. Configuring Ethernet Virtual Connections ...........................................5-1
7.1Ethernet Virtual Circuit Overview........................................................................... 5-1
7.2 Service Provisioning Example .............................................................................. 5-2
7.2.1 Configure the Ethernet Ports............................................................................................. 5-2
7.2.2 Configure the EVC Topology ........................................................................................... 5-6
7.2.3 Configure the EVC - EPL ............................................................................................... 5-10
7.2.4 Configure the EVC - EVPL ............................................................................................ 5-14
7.2.5 Considerations for creating an EVC ............................................................................... 5-17
7.2.6 Configure CoS ................................................................................................................ 5-17
7.3 TDM Bundle Circuit Creation.............................................................................. 5-19
7.3.1 Hitless TDM EVC........................................................................................................... 5-19
7.3.2 Normal TDM EVC ......................................................................................................... 5-28
7.4 Interface Mapping – Point-to-Point ..................................................................... 5-34
7.4.1 Mapping a Port................................................................................................................ 5-36
7.4.2 Map a Serial Server Port – Point-to-Point connection.................................................... 5-39
7.4.3 Reading the Interface Mapping Dialog........................................................................... 5-40
7.4.4 Un-Mapping a Port ......................................................................................................... 5-43
7.4.5 Un-Mapping a Serial Server Port (Point to Point Only) ................................................. 5-44
7.4.6 Bundle Settings and Status.............................................................................................. 5-44
7.4.7 DS0 Grooming ................................................................................................................ 5-49
7.5Serial Server Interface Mapping – Multipoint....................................................... 5-56
7.5.1 Map Serial Server Multipoint connections ..................................................................... 5-57
7.5.2 Mouse Over a Serial Server Port .................................................................................... 5-63
7.5.3 Manage existing Multipoint connections........................................................................ 5-63
Section 8. eXmux Node Configuration .................................................................5-64
8.1 Controller Settings and Status (Controller Card) ................................................ 5-66
8.1.1 Node Configuration Overview........................................................................................ 5-67
8.1.2 Controller Card Dialog Settings..................................................................................... 5-68
8.1.3 TDM and Neighbor Discovery configuration procedures ........................................... 5-84
8.1.4 Controller Card Dialog Status.................................................................................... 5-100
8.2 VSWITCH (Core I/O) Ethernet Switch .............................................................. 5-114
8.2.1 Ethernet Overview ........................................................................................................ 5-114
8.2.2 Switch settings via the Core I/O Card........................................................................... 5-117
8.2.3 Core I/O Status.............................................................................................................. 5-146
8.3 Annunciator Panel Settings and Status ............................................................ 5-174

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8.3.1 Annunciator Panel Settings (Chassis Front LEDs)....................................................... 5-175
8.3.2 Annunciator Panel Status (Chassis Front LEDs) .......................................................... 5-175
8.4 Sys I/O Card ..................................................................................................... 5-177
8.4.1 Sys I/O Settings............................................................................................................. 5-177
8.4.2 Sys I/O Status................................................................................................................ 5-182
8.5Payload Card Overview..................................................................................... 5-185
8.5.1 Navigate to a Payload Card........................................................................................... 5-186
8.5.2 Offline Add and Configure a Customer Payload Card ................................................. 5-187
8.6Synchronous Multi-Protocol Interface (RS-422/530, V.35, X.21)....................... 5-190
8.6.1 Synchronous Multi-Protocol Settings ........................................................................ 5-190
8.6.2 Synchronous Multi-Protocol Status ........................................................................... 5-193
8.7 C37.94 Short Haul Fiber (Single and Multimode) ............................................. 5-194
8.7.1 C37.94 Short Haul Fiber Settings ................................................................................. 5-195
8.7.2 C37.94 Short Haul Fiber Status .................................................................................... 5-197
8.8 Asynchronous Payload Card – RS-232 and RS-485 ........................................ 5-199
8.8.1 Asynchronous Payload Card Settings........................................................................... 5-200
8.8.2 Asynchronous Payload Card Status .............................................................................. 5-202
8.9Serial Server Interface Unit................................................................................ 5-203
8.9.1 Serial Server Settings ................................................................................................. 5-204
8.9.2 Serial Server PC Client Setup .................................................................................... 5-210
8.9.3 Serial Server, Status ................................................................................................... 5-216
8.10 FXO Two Wire (4-Port) ................................................................................... 5-219
8.10.1 FXO Two Wire (4-Port) Settings................................................................................ 5-219
8.10.2 FXO Two Wire (4-Port) Status................................................................................... 5-220
8.11 FXS Two Wire (4-Port) ................................................................................... 5-222
8.11.1 FXS Two Wire (4-Port) Settings ................................................................................ 5-223
8.11.2 FXS Two Wire (4-Port) Status ................................................................................... 5-224
8.12 Two-Wire Audio (4-Port)................................................................................. 5-225
8.12.1 Two-Wire Audio (4-Port) Interface Settings .............................................................. 5-226
8.12.2 Two-Wire Audio (4-Port) Interface Status ................................................................. 5-228
8.13 Four Wire Audio (4-Port)................................................................................. 5-229
8.13.1 Four Wire Audio (4-Port) Interface Settings .............................................................. 5-230
8.13.2 Four Wire Audio (4-Port) Interface Status ................................................................. 5-231
Section 9. RSTP Network.........................................................................................5-1
9.1 Add a New Connection to the RSTP Network ...................................................... 5-1
9.2 Add a New Node to the RSTP Network................................................................ 5-5
9.3 Add a New Spur to the RSTP Network............................................................... 5-12
9.4 Remove a Node from the RSTP Network........................................................... 5-12
Section 10. System Maintenance ..........................................................................5-20
10.1 Add a New Node .............................................................................................. 5-20
10.1.1 A New System .............................................................................................................. 5-20
10.1.2 Add an eXmux® unit to an Existing System................................................................ 5-26