IBM Turboways 155 User manual

TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter
Installation and User's Guide

Second Edition (October, 1997)
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Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Handling Static Sensitive Devices ........................... vii
About This Book ...................................... ix
Terms Used in this Book .................................. ix
ISO 9000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Chapter 1. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Software Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Chapter 2. Installing the ATM155 Software and the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI
UTP ATM Adapter ................................... 2-1
Preparing to Install the ATM155 Software ....................... 2-1
Installing the ATM155 Software ............................. 2-1
Installing the Adapter ................................... 2-2
Verifying Adapter Available for Use ........................... 2-3
Connecting the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter to the Network .... 2-3
Chapter 3. Configuring and Using ATM155 Software .............. 3-1
Configuring the Adapter ................................. 3-1
Setting the Hostname, Nameserver, or Gateway ................... 3-3
Configuring PVCs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Installation Removal Procedure ............................. 3-5
Chapter 4. Managing the Network .......................... 4-1
ATM Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
TCP/IP over ATM ..................................... 4-2
Configuring with PVCs .................................. 4-2
Networking with ATM SVCs ............................... 4-2
Changing ATM Adapter Characteristics ........................ 4-3
Appendix A. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Appendix B. Product Features and Specifications ................ B-1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Contents iii

Appendix C. Communications Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement .............. C-1
European Union (EU) Statement ............................ C-2
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Statement ............. C-2
United Kingdom Telecommunications Safety Requirements ............. C-2
Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada . C-3
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement ......... C-3
VCCI Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
Radio Protection for Germany .............................. C-3
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Safety Information
DANGER
An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous
voltage on metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the
system. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet
is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock.
Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power
cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged.
When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system,
ensure that the power cables for those devices are unplugged before
the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power
cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Use one hand, when possible, to connect or disconnect signal cables
to prevent a possible shock from touching two surfaces with different
electrical potentials.
During an electrical storm, do not connect cables for display stations,
printers, telephones, or station protectors for communication lines.
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Handling Static Sensitive Devices
Attention: Static electricity can damage this device and your system unit. To avoid
damage, keep this device in its static protective bag until you are ready to install it.
To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, follow the precautions listed
below:
Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
you.
Handle the device carefully, holding it by its edges or its frame.
Do not touch solder joints, pins, or exposed printed circuitry.
Do not leave the device where others can handle and possibly damage the
device.
While the device is still in its anti-static package, touch it to an unpainted metal
part of the system unit for at least two seconds. (This drains static electricity
from the package and from your body.)
Remove the device from its package and install it directly into your system unit
without setting it down. If it is necessary to set the device down, place it on its
static-protective package. (If your device is an adapter, place it component-side
up.) Do not place the device on your system unit cover or on a metal table.
Take additional care when handling devices during cold weather, as heating
reduces indoor humidity and increases static electricity.
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About This Book
This book describes the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter and its various
features.
Use this information, with your system unit documentation, to help install the
TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter and associated device driver software.
Terms Used in this Book
ATM: asynchronous transfer mode
MMF: multi-mode fiber
PCI: periferal component interconnect
ISO 9000
ISO 9000 registered quality systems were used in the development and
manufacturing of this product.
Related Publications
This book refers to the documentation that came with your system unit.
Trademarks
AIX is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
TURBOWAYS is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
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Chapter 1. Overview
This document is written for system administrators and for experienced computer
users who have a general understanding of asynchronous transfer mode (ATM),
networking, and AIX Version 4.2.1.
The document provides instructions to install the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM
Adapter with AIX and with ATM155 software. Instructions include directions to
configure the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter.
TURBOWAYS 155 PCI MMF ATM Adapter.
Note: Instructions assume you are connecting the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP
ATM Adapter on AIX to an ATM switch or concentrator. Follow the instructions in,
Chapter 2, “Installing the ATM155 Software and the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP
ATM Adapter” on page 2-1, to install the ATM155 software and to install and
connect the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter.
Go to Chapter 3, “Configuring and Using ATM155 Software” on page 3-1, for
directions to configure the adapter; to set the hostname, nameserver, and gateway;
to configure PVCs, or to remove previously installed ATM155 software.
Chapter 4, “Managing the Network” on page 4-1, assists you in implementing and
maintaining your ATM network.
The appendices provide concise and helpful information. If you have any problems
installing or configuring your adapter, refer to Appendix A, “Troubleshooting” on
page A-1, for problem-solving information. For a discussion of product features and
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a list of product specifications, see Appendix B, “Product Features and
Specifications” on page B-1.
Software Requirements
The TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter is supported on AIX Version 4.1.5 or
later. If support is required on an AIX release other than AIX 4.1.5 or later, please
ensure this adapter is supported on that release of AIX prior to install. Contact your
support representative for assistance.
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Chapter 2. Installing the ATM155 Software and the
TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter
This chapter explains how to install the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter
with ATM155 software as well as how to connect ATM cables. Before proceding
with these instructions, it is recommended that you read, Chapter 4, “Managing the
Network” on page 4-1.
Preparing to Install the ATM155 Software
Insure your system is running AIX 4.1.5. or later. To verify this level, type oslevel
and press Enter. If your system is running an earlier level, contact your support
representative to determine if your level is supported.
Installing the ATM155 Software
This section explains how to install the 4.1.5 or later AIX ATM common code and the
ATM155 software for the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter.
1. Turn the system unit power on.
2. Log in as root.
3. Insert the media containing the 4.1.5 or later AIX ATM common code device
driver software (example: CD-ROM) into the appropriate media device.
4. Type the following:
smitty devinst
and press Enter.
5. The Install Additional Device Software screen highlights the "INPUT
device/directory for software" option.
6. Select or type your input device :
Press F4 to display the input device list. Select the name of the device
(example: CD-ROM) that you are using and press Enter.
-- or --
In the Entry Field, type the name of the input device you are using and press
Enter.
7. The Install Additional Device Software window highlights the SOFTWARE to
install option.
8. Press F4 to display the SOFTWARE to install window.
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9. Type the following to display the Find window:
/
10. Type the following
devices.pci.141ð7cðð
and press Enter. (The system finds and highlights this device driver.)
11. Press PF7 to select the device driver and press Enter.
12. The Install Additional Device Software screen displays. Entry data fields are
automatically updated. Press Enter to accept the data.
13. The ARE YOU SURE window displays. Press Enter to accept the data.
14. The COMMAND STATUS screen appears.
The term RUNNING is highlighted to indicate that the install and configure
command is in progress.
When RUNNING changes to OK, scroll down to the bottom of the page and
locate the Installation Summary.
After a successful installation, SUCCESS appears in the Result column of the
summary at the bottom of the page.
15. Remove the installation media from the drive.
16. Press F10 to exit SMITTY.
17. At the command line, type:
shutdown -F
and press Enter.
Refer to your operating system User's Guide for instructions.
18. Go to “Installing the Adapter.”
Installing the Adapter
Be sure you have installed the ATM155 software as explained in Chapter 2,
“Installing the ATM155 Software and the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter”
on page 2-1. Refer to your system unit documentation for specific instructions to
install your adapter.
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Verifying Adapter Available for Use
To verify that your newly installed TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter is
available for use, follow the steps below:
1. If necessary, turn your system unit power on.
2. Log in as root.
3. At the prompt, type
lsdev -Cc adapter | grep atm
and press Enter.
4. A list of adapters displays. Verify that the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM
Adapter is in Available mode. If your TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM
Adapteris not available, run the diagnostics utility described in the Diagnostics
section of Appendix A, “Troubleshooting” on page A-1.
Connecting the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter to the Network
Before using your TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter, connect it to an ATM
switch or concentrator.
Note: The connector on the adapter conforms with the ATM Forum standard. If
your switch connector pinout is not compatible with this standard, obtain or create a
cable that conforms to the standard.
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Chapter 3. Configuring and Using ATM155 Software
This chapter explains how to configure and how to use ATM155 software for AIX.
Included are guidelines for implementing an ATM Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
server. Before you perform these instructions, it is advisable to read Chapter 4,
“Managing the Network” on page 4-1.
Configuring the Adapter
To configure the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter:
1. Turn your system unit power on.
2. Log on to the AIX operating system as root.
3. At the AIX command prompt, type the following and press Enter.
smitty inet
Note: The ifconfig command is not compatible with the ATM Network
Interface Driver (NID). Use only the SMITTY application when configuring the
ATM NID.
4. From the Network Interface Selection menu, select Add a Network Interface.
5. From the Add a Network Interface menu, select Add an ATM Network
Interface.
6. Set the values in the Add an ATM Network Interface screen via instructions
below:
INTERNET ADDRESS
– Type the dotted decimal Internet Protocol (IP) address assigned to your
workstation (for example, 1ð.125.26.89) and press Enter.
Network MASK
– Type the dotted decimal IP network mask for your workstation (for
example, 255.255.255.ð) and press Enter.
Note: To get the addresses, see your system administrator.
Network Interface
– Type atð and press Enter.
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Connection Type
Press F4 and select one of the following types:
svc_s Switched Virtual Channel (SVC) ARP Server
svc_c SVC ATM Client
pvc SVCs disabled (only permanent virtual channels (PVCs) are used)
ATM Server Address
– For client connections svc_c, type the 20-byte hexadecimal ARP server
ATM address for your system unit and press Enter. (For example,
39.99.99.99.99.99.99.ðð.ðð.99.99.ð2.ð2.ð ð.ðð.8d.44.a3.ð2.ð3).
- To obtain your ATM server address, type the following on the ARP
server machine at the command prompt and press Enter.
arp -t atm -a
– For server connections svc_s, no address is required. Leave this field
blank.
Alternate Devices
– Data not required; leave field blank.
Idle Timer
– Data not required; leave field blank.
ACTIVATE the Interface after Creating it?
– To activate the interface, select the default, yes.
7. When the Command status in the Command Status screen changes from
running to OK, press F10 to exit SMITTY.
To set the hostname, a nameserver, or a gateway; continue with the next section.
To use permanent virtual channels (PVCs), go to “Configuring PVCs” on page 3-3.
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Setting the Hostname, Nameserver, or Gateway
To set the hostname, nameserver, or gateway:
1. At the AIX command prompt, type:
smitty tcpip
and press Enter.
2. From the TCP/IP menu, select Minimum Configuration & Startup.
3. From the list of Available Network Interfaces, select at0.
4. The Minimum Configuration & Startup panel appears.
5. Type the information for the hostname, nameserver, or gateway in the Minimum
Configuration & Startup panel and press Enter.
Note: See your system administrator for the required addresses.
6. When the Command status in the Command Status screen changes from
running to OK, exit SMITTY.
7. To exit SMITTY, press F10.
Configuring PVCs
Note: The TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter can be configured to use
PVCs with or without configuring SVCs.
To configure the TURBOWAYS 155 PCI UTP ATM Adapter to use PVCs:
1. At the AIX command prompt, type:
smitty atmpvc
and press Enter.
2. To add PVCs for internet protocol (IP) on an ATM Network, select Add a PVC
for IP over an ATM Network.
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3. If you desire to change a value in the Add a PVC for IP over an ATM Network
screen, find the appropriate instruction below and implement the relevant steps:
PVC Description
– The PVC Description is an optional field.
VPI:VCI
– Type the following, where x equals a number from 0 to 1023.
ð:x
and press Enter.
Note: The virtual path identifier (VPI) must be 0. The valid range for the
virtual channel identifier (VCI) is determined by the number of virtual
channels (VCs) supported by the switch and the number of VCs reserved
for PVC connection.
Network Interface
– Type atð and press Enter.
Destination IP Address
– If you set the Automatically Discover Destination IP Address field to no,
type the dotted decimal IP address (for example, 162.62.41.96) of the
destination end station (ATM-attached host or gateway) and press Enter.
Automatically Discover Destination IP Address
– Select yes or no and press Enter.
LLC Encapsulation
– LLC Encapsulation determines whether Logical Link Control/Subnetwork
Access Protocol (LLC/SNAP) or null encapsulation is used on the PVC.
Select yes or no and press Enter.
4. When the Command status in the Command Status screen changes from
running to OK, press F3.
5. SMITTY returns you to the PVCs for IP over an ATM Network screen.
6. To verify that the configuration is correct, select List All PVCs for IP Over an
ATM Network.
7. When the Command status in the Command Status screen changes from
running to OK, press F3.
8. SMITTY returns you to the PVCs for IP over an ATM Network menu.
9. If you need to make changes, continue with the next step; otherwise, press F10
to exit SMITTY.
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