IS5 COMMUNICATIONS iES22GF User manual

iES22GF User’s Manual
Intelligent
20 Ports Configurable
Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Version 1.8
May 2017

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Table of Contents
FCC Statement and Cautions.....................................................................................7
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement.....................................7
Caution: LASER.............................................................................................................................7
Caution: Service .............................................................................................................................7
Caution: Physical Access..................................................................................................................7
Getting Started ..........................................................................................................8
1.1. About iES22GF ..................................................................................................................8
1.2. Software Features...............................................................................................................8
1.3. Hardware Specifications.....................................................................................................9
Hardware Installation ..............................................................................................10
2.1 Installing the Switch on a DIN-Rail...................................................................................10
2.1.1 Mounting the iES22GF on a DIN-Rail ..........................................................................10
2.2 Wall Mount Installation .....................................................................................................10
2.2.1 Mounting the iES22GF on a Wall or Panel...................................................................10
Hardware Overview .................................................................................................12
3.1 Front Panel.......................................................................................................................12
3.1 Front Panel LED ...............................................................................................................13
3.2 Bottom view Panel ............................................................................................................13
3.3 Rear Panel........................................................................................................................15
3.4 Side Panel ........................................................................................................................15
Cables.....................................................................................................................15
4.1 Ethernet Cables................................................................................................................15
4.1.1 1000/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Pin Assignments...........................................................16
4.2 SFP...................................................................................................................................17
4.3 Console Cable ..................................................................................................................18
Redundancy ............................................................................................................19
5.1 iRing .................................................................................................................................19
5.1.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................19
5.1.2 Coupling Ring...............................................................................................................20
5.1.3 Dual Homing.................................................................................................................21
5.1.4 Configurations...............................................................................................................21

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5.2 iChain ...............................................................................................................................23
5.2.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................23
5.2.2 Configurations...............................................................................................................23
5.3 iBridge ..............................................................................................................................24
5.3.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................24
5.3.2 Configurations...............................................................................................................25
5.4 STP/RSTP/MSTP.............................................................................................................26
5.4.1 STP/RSTP....................................................................................................................26
5.4.2 MSTP ...........................................................................................................................29
5.4.3 CIST.............................................................................................................................32
5.5 MRP (NOTE: Feature available on request).....................................................................35
5.5.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................35
5.5.2 Configurations...............................................................................................................35
5.6 Fast Recovery...................................................................................................................35
5.7 Dual Port Recovery...........................................................................................................36
5.7.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................36
5.7.2 Configuration ................................................................................................................37
Management ...........................................................................................................39
6.1 Basic Settings...................................................................................................................40
6.1.1 Basic Setting ...................................................................................................................40
6.1.2 Admin Password ............................................................................................................41
6.1.3 Authentication Method ....................................................................................................42
6.1.4 IP Setting .......................................................................................................................42
6.1.5 Daylight Saving Time .......................................................................................................44
6.1.6 HTTPS ..........................................................................................................................45
6.1.7 SSH...............................................................................................................................46
6.1.8 LLDP ............................................................................................................................46
6.1.9 Modbus TCP ..................................................................................................................50
6.1.10 Backup...........................................................................................................................50
6.1.11 Restore ..........................................................................................................................50
6.1.12 Firmware Update............................................................................................................50
6.2 DHCP Server ...................................................................................................................51
6.3.5 Settings ..........................................................................................................................51
6.3.6 DHCP Dynamic Client List .............................................................................................52
6.3.7 DHCP Static Client List ...................................................................................................52
6.3.5 DHCP Relay Agent .........................................................................................................53
6.3 Port Setting ......................................................................................................................56
6.3.1 Port Control ..................................................................................................................56

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6.3.2 Port Trunk .....................................................................................................................58
6.3.3 Loop Protection ..............................................................................................................62
6.4 Redundancy.....................................................................................................................63
6.4.1 MRP (NOTE: Feature available on request) .......................................................................63
6.4.2 iRing..............................................................................................................................64
6.4.3 iChain ............................................................................................................................65
6.4.4 iBridge ...........................................................................................................................66
6.4.5 RSTP .............................................................................................................................66
6.4.6 MSTP ............................................................................................................................69
6.4.7 Fast Recovery .................................................................................................................78
6.4.8 Dual Port Recovery .........................................................................................................78
6.5 VLAN................................................................................................................................80
6.7.5 VLAN Membership........................................................................................................80
6.7.6 Port Configurations ........................................................................................................81
6.7.7 Private VLAN ................................................................................................................90
6.6 SNMP...............................................................................................................................92
6.6.1 SNMP System Configurations..........................................................................................92
6.6.2 SNMP Community Configurations ..................................................................................95
6.6.3 SNMP User Configurations.............................................................................................95
6.6.4 SNMP Group Configurations..........................................................................................98
6.6.5 SNMP View Configurations.............................................................................................99
6.6.6 SNMP Access Configurations ..........................................................................................99
6.7 Traffic Prioritization ........................................................................................................100
6.7.1 Storm Control ..............................................................................................................100
6.7.2 Port Classification .........................................................................................................101
6.7.3 Port Tag Remarking ......................................................................................................104
6.7.4 Port DSCP ...................................................................................................................105
6.7.5 Port Policing.................................................................................................................106
6.7.6 Queue Policing .............................................................................................................106
6.7.7 Port Scheduler ..............................................................................................................107
6.7.8 Port Shaping.................................................................................................................108
6.7.9 QoS Egress Port Scheduler and Shapers ..........................................................................108
6.7.10 DSCP Based QoS..........................................................................................................111
6.7.11 DSCP Translation .........................................................................................................112
6.7.12 DSCP Classification ......................................................................................................113
6.7.13 QoS Control List...........................................................................................................114
6.7.14 QoS Statistics ...............................................................................................................117
6.7.15 QCL Status...................................................................................................................118

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6.8 Multicast.........................................................................................................................120
6.8.1 IGMP Snooping Basic Configuration .............................................................................120
6.8.2 IGMP Snooping VLAN Configurations ..........................................................................121
6.8.3 IGMP Snooping Status .................................................................................................122
6.8.4 IGMP Snooping Group Information ..............................................................................123
6.9 Security ..........................................................................................................................124
6.9.1 Remote Control Security..................................................................................................124
6.9.2 Device Binding ..............................................................................................................124
6.9.1 ACL.............................................................................................................................129
6.9.2 AAA............................................................................................................................144
6.9.3 NAS (802.1x)................................................................................................................151
6.10 Warning..........................................................................................................................164
6.10.1 Fault Alarm ..................................................................................................................164
6.10.2 System Warning ............................................................................................................164
6.11 Monitor and Diag............................................................................................................168
6.11.1 MAC Table ..................................................................................................................168
6.11.2 Port Statistics ................................................................................................................170
6.11.3 Port Monitoring ............................................................................................................172
6.11.4 System Log Information.................................................................................................173
6.11.5 VeriPHY Cable Diagnostics............................................................................................174
6.11.6 SFP Monitor.................................................................................................................175
6.11.7 Ping.............................................................................................................................176
6.11.8 Ping6 ...........................................................................................................................176
6.12 Synchronization..............................................................................................................177
6.12.1 Configuration................................................................................................................177
6.12.2 Status...........................................................................................................................180
6.13 Factory Defaults.............................................................................................................181
6.14 System Reboot...............................................................................................................181
Command Line Interface Management ...................................................................182
CLI Management by RS-232 Serial Console (115200, 8, none, 1, none) ...............................................182
CLI Management by Telnet ..........................................................................................................184
Command Groups .....................................................................................................................185
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................201
Appendix A: iES22GF Modbus Information ...........................................................203

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FCC Statement and Cautions
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
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
can generate, use, and radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will at
his/her own expense, be required to correct the interference.
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Caution: LASER
This product contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. Use of controls
or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Caution: Service
This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Attempted service by unauthorized personnel
shall render all warranties null and void.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by iS5 Communications Inc. could invalidate
specifications, test results, and agency approvals, and void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Should this device require service, please contact [email protected]om.
Caution: Physical Access
This product should be installed in a restricted access location. Access should only be gained by
qualified service personnel or users who have been instructed on the reasons for the restrictions
applied at the location, and any precautions that havebeen taken. Access must only be via the use of
a tool or lock and key, or other means of security, and is controlled by the authority responsible
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Getting Started
1.1. About iES22GF
The iES22GF is a DIN Rail Ethernet switches optimized for harsh environments and comply with IEC 61850
applications. The robust iES22GF switches are designed for power substation and rolling stock
applications. The iES22GF is furnished with functionality that boasts a faster forwarding hardware platform
with complete support for Ethernet redundancy protocols such as iRing (recovery time < 30ms over 250
units of connection) and MSTP (RSTP/STP compatible). The switch can protect mission-critical applications
from network interruptions or temporary malfunctions with this fast recovery technology. The iES22GF
supports a wide-operating temperature of -40oC to +85oC. Both products can be managed centrally and
conveniently via the iManaged Software Suite, web browsers, Telnet and console (CLI) configuration making
it one of the most reliable choices for highly-managed applications.
1.2. Software Features
Supports iRing (recovery time < 30ms over 250 units of connection) and MSTP(RSTP/STP compatible)
for Ethernet Redundancy
Supports iBridge which allows interoperability with other vendors‟ open architecture ring
technologies.
Supports iChain to allow multiple redundant network rings.
Supports standard IEC 62439-2 MRP (Media Redundancy Protocol) function
Supports IEEE 1588v2 clock synchronization
Supports IPV6 new internet protocol version
Supports Modbus TCP protocol
Supports IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet technology

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Supports HTTPS/SSH protocol to enhance network security
Supports SMTP client
Supports IP-based bandwidth management
Supports application-based QoS management
Supports Device Binding security function
Supports DOS/DDOS auto prevention
Supports IGMP v2/v3 (IGMP snooping support) for filtering multicast traffic
Support SNMP v1/v2c/v3 & RMON & 802.1Q VLAN Network Management
Support ACL, TACACS+ and 802.1x User Authentication for security
Supports 9.6K Bytes Jumbo Frame
Multiple notification for warning of unexpected event
Web-based ,Telnet, Console (CLI), and Windows utility (iMSS) configuration
Support LLDP Protocol
Rigid IP-30 housing design
DIN-Rail and wall mounting enabled
1.3. Hardware Specifications
Supports IEEE 1588v2 clock synchronization.
Dual Redundant power inputs.
DIN Rail design.
Compliant with IEC 61850-3 Ed. 2 and IEEE 1613.
Supports 8 x 10/100/1000Base-T(X) RJ-45 ports and 12x 100/1000 SFP
Operating temperature: -40 oC to +85oC.
Storage temperature: -40 oC to 85oC.
Operating humidity: 5% to 95%, non-condensing.
Dimensions: 440 (W) x 325 (D) x 44 (H) mm.

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Hardware Installation
2.1 Installing the Switch on a DIN-Rail
Each switch has a DIN-Rail bracket on the rear panel. The DIN-Rail bracket helps secure the switch on
to the DIN-Rail.
2.1.1 Mounting the iES22GF on a DIN-Rail
Step 1: Slant the switch and hook the top 2 catches of the metal bracket onto the top of the DIN-Rail.
Step 2: Push the bottom of the switch toward the DIN-Rail until the bracket snaps in place.
2.2 Wall Mount Installation
The switch can also be panel or wall mounted. The following steps show how to mount the switch on a
panel or wall.
2.2.1 Mounting the iES22GF on a Wall or Panel
Option 1: Fix mounting brackets to the side of switch using the 4 screws included in the package.
DIN-Rail
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Option 2: Fix mounting brackets to back of switch using 4 screws included in the package.
Note: To avoid damage to the unit please use the screws provided to mount the panel mount

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Hardware Overview
3.1 Front Panel
The following table describes the labels that stick on the iES22GF series.
Port
Description
SFP ports
12 x 100 /1000Base-X SFP ports
Copper
Port
8 x10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Console
Use RS-232 with RJ-45 connecter to manage switch.
iES22GF
1Reset button. Push the button 3 seconds for reset; 5 seconds for factory default.
2LED for PWR. When the PWR UP, the green led will be light on
3LED for PWR1
4LED for PWR2
5LED for R.M (Ring master). When the LED light on, it means that the switch is the ring master of
Ring.�LED for Ring. When the led light on, it means the Ring is activated.
6LED for Ring. When the led light on, it means the iRing is activated.
7LED for Fault. When the light on, it means Power failure or Port down/fail.
8Console port (RJ-45)
9100/1000 Base-X SFP
10 LED for Ethernet ports link status.
11 LED for Ethernet ports speed status
12 10/100/1000Base-T(X) ports
13 LED for SFP ports link status.
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3.1 Front Panel LED
LED
Color
Status
Description
PWR
Green
On
DC power module up
PW1
Green
On
DC power module 1activated.
PW2
Green
On
DC Power module 2activated.
R.M
Green
On
Ring Master.
On
Ring enabled.
Ring
Green
Slowly blinking
Ring has only One link. (lack
of one link to build the ring.)
Fast blinking
Ring work normally.
Fault
Amber
On
Fault relay. Power failure or
Port down/fail.
10/100/1000Base-T(X) Fast Ethernet ports
LNK
Green
On
Port link up.
ACT
Green
Blinking
Data transmitted.
Full Duplex
Amber
On
Port works under full duplex.
SFP
LNK
Green
On
Port link up.
ACT
Green
On
Data transmitted.
3.2 Bottom view Panel
The Phillips Screw Terminal Block, located on the bottom of the unit, has Phillips screws with compression
plates, allowing either bare wire connections or crimped terminal lugs. The use of #6 size ring lugs is
recommended to ensure secure and reliable connections under severe shock or vibration. The terminal block
comes with a safety cover which must be removed before connecting any wires. This cover must be re-
attached after wiring to ensure personnel safety.
The iES10G series supports dual redundant power supplies (PWR1 and PWR2). There are 3 options:
LV: Dual Input 10-48VDC
MV: Dual Input 36-72VDC
HV: Single Input 120-370VDC or 85-264VAC with a Single 10-48VDC backup.
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Terminal block are listed in the table below.
Terminal
Number
Description
Connection
1
PWR1 (L) –Live
Connect to the (Live) of DC power supply 1 or (Live)
terminal of an AC power source.
2
PWR1 (G) –Ground
DC Power supply 1 ground connection or AC power
round connection.
3
PWR1 (N) –Neutral
Connect to the Neutral of the DC power supply 1 or
(Neutral) terminal of an AC power source.
4
G –Chassis Ground
Connected to the ground bus for DC inputs or
Safety Ground terminal for AC Units. Chassis
Ground connects to both power supply surge
grounds via a removable jumper.
5
PWR2 (L) –Live
Connect to the (Live) terminal of Power supply 2 or
backup DC power source.
6
PWR2 (G) –Ground
Power supply 2 or backup DC power source ground
connection.
7
PWR2 (N) –Neutral
Connect to the (Neutral) terminal of Power supply
2 the second or backup DC power source.
8
RLY NO
Failsafe Relay, (Normally Open) contact.
9
RLY CM
Failsafe Relay (Common) contact.
10
RLY NC
Failsafe Relay (Normally Closed) contact.
Chassis Ground Connection
The iES22GF chassis ground connection, located next to the terminal block, uses a #6-32 Screw. We
recommend terminating the ground connection using a #6 ring lug, and a torque setting of 15 in.lbs
(1.7Nm).
100-240VAC rated equipment: A 250VAC appropriately rated circuit
breaker must be installed.
Equipment must be installed according to the applicable country wiring
codes.
When equipped with a HI voltage power supply and DC backup,
independent sources can be used to power the product for greater
redundancy.
120-370VDC rated equipment: A 370VDC appropriately rated circuit
breaker must be installed.
A circuit breaker is not required for DC power supply voltages of 10-48VDC.
For Dual DC power supplies, separate circuit breakers must be installed and
separately identified.
Equipment must be installed according to the applicable country wiring
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3.3 Rear Panel
The components on the rear of the iES22GF are shown below:
1. Screw holes (4) for wall mount kit.
2. DIN-Rail mount
3.4 Side Panel
The components on the side of the iES10G are shown below:
1. Screw holes (4) for wall mount kit.
Cables
4.1 Ethernet Cables
The iES22GF switch has standard Ethernet ports. According to the link type, the switches use CAT 3, 4, 5,5e UTP
2
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cables to connect to any other network device (PCs, servers, switches, routers, or hubs). Please refer to the
following table for cable specifications
Cable Types and Specifications
Cable
Type
Max. Length
Connector
10BASE-T
Cat. 3, 4, 5 100-ohm
UTP 100 m (328 ft)
RJ-45
100BASE-TX
Cat. 5 100-ohm UTP
UTP 100 m (328 ft)
RJ-45
1000BASE-T
Cat. 5/Cat. 5e 100-ohm
UTP
UTP 100 m (328ft)
RJ-45
4.1.1 1000/100BASE-TX/10BASE-T Pin Assignments
With 10/100/1000BASE-T(X) cables, pins 1 and 2 are used for transmitting data, and pins 3 and 6 are used
for receiving data.
10/100 Base-T(X) RJ-45 Pin Assignments:
Pin Number
Assignment
1
TD+
2
TD-
3
RD+
4
Not used
5
Not used
6
RD-
7
Not used
8
Not used
1000 Base-T RJ-45 Pin Assignments:
Pin Number
Assignment
1
BI_DA+
2
BI_DA-
3
BI_DB+
4
BI_DC+
5
BI_DC-
6
BI_DB-
7
BI_DD+
8
BI_DD-
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table below shows the 10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X port pin outs.
10/100 Base-T(X) MDI/MDI-X Pin Assignments:
Pin Number
MDI port
MDI-X port
1
TD+(transmit)
RD+(receive)
2
TD-(transmit)
RD-(receive)
3
RD+(receive)
TD+(transmit)
4
Not used
Not used
5
Not used
Not used
6
RD-(receive)
TD-(transmit)
7
Not used
Not used
8
Not used
Not used
1000 Base-T MDI/MDI-X Pin Assignments:
Pin Number
MDI port
MDI-X port
1
BI_DA+
BI_DB+
2
BI_DA-
BI_DB-
3
BI_DB+
BI_DA+
4
BI_DC+
BI_DD+
5
BI_DC-
BI_DD-
6
BI_DB-
BI_DA-
7
BI_DD+
BI_DC+
8
BI_DD-
BI_DC-
Note: “+” and “-”signs represent the polarity of the wires that make up each wire pair.
4.2 SFP
The switch comes with fiber optical ports that can connect to other devices using SFP modules. The fiber
optical ports are multi-mode or single-mode with LC connectors. Please remember that the TX port of Switch
A should be connected to the RX port of Switch B.
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Fiber
4.3 Console Cable
The iES22GF can be managed via the console port using the RS-232 cable supplied with the switch. Connect
the port to a PC using the RS-232 cable with a DB-9 female connector. The DB-9 female connector of the
RS-232 cable should be connected the PC while the other end of the cable (RJ-45 connector) should be
connected to the console port of the switch.
DB9 PC pin out (male)
RS-232 cable, female DB9 connector
RS-232 cable, RJ 45 connector
Pin #2 RD
Pin #2 TD
Pin #2 TD
Pin #3 TD
Pin #3 RD
Pin #3 RD
Pin #5 GD
Pin #5 GD
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Redundancy
Redundancy to minimize system downtime is one of the most important concerns for industrial
networking devices. iRing and iBridge feature faster recovery times compared to the existing
redundancy technologies widely used in commercial applications, such as STP, RSTP, and MSTP. The
proprietary redundancy technologies not only support different networking topologies, but also
assure the reliability of the network.
5.1 iRing
5.1.1 Introduction
iRing is a proprietary redundant ring technology, with recovery times of less than 30 milliseconds
(in full-duplex Gigabit operation) or 10 milliseconds (in full-duplex Fast Ethernet operation) with up
to 250 nodes. The ring protocols identify one switch as the master of the network, and then
automatically block packets from traveling through any of the network’s redundant loops. In the
event that one branch of the ring gets disconnected from the rest of the network, the protocol
automatically re-adjusts the ring so that the part of the network that was disconnected may re-
establish contact with the rest of the network. The iRing redundant ring technology can protect
mission-critical applications from network interruptions or temporary malfunction with its fast
recover technology.
Three or more switches can be connected together to form a ring topology with network redundancy
capabilities by following the steps below.
1. Connect each switch to form a daisy chain using an Ethernet or fiber optic cable.
2. Set one of the connected switches to be the master and make sure the port setting of each
connected switch on the management page corresponds to the physical ports connected. For
information about the port setting, please refer to 5.1.4 Configuration section.
3. Connect the last switch to the first switch to form a ring topology.

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5.1.2 Coupling Ring
If two iRing topologies exist and you would like to connect the rings, a coupling ring can be
formed. Select two switches from each ring to be connected, for example, switch A and B from
Ring 1 and switch C and D from Ring 2, then decide which port on each switch will be used as the
coupling ports and then link them together. For example, port 1 of switch A to port 2 of switch C
and port 1 of switch B to port 2 of switch D. Then, enable Coupling Ring on the management page
and select the coupling ring in correspondence to the connected port. For more information on port
setting, please refer to 5.1.4 Configurations. Once the setting is completed, one of the connections
will act as the main path while the other will act as the backup path.