Net to Net Technologies AAM8000 User manual

AAM8000-12, AAM8000-24 and AAM8000-24B
12-Port and 24-Port ADSL Access Multiplexers with Full Rate and G.lite Operational Modes
1.0 ADSL ACCESS MULTIPLEXER MODEL TYPES
The AAM8000-12 and the AAM8000-24 (Annex A) are twelve and twenty-four port ADSL Access
Multiplexers, with both Full Rate and G.lite operational modes, that support Plain Old Telephone Service
(POTS) across lower frequencies (up to 4 kHz).
The AAM8000-24B (Annex B) is a 24-port Access Multiplexer, with both Full Rate and G.lite operational
modes, that supports Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) across lower frequencies: up to 80 kHz
over a Two Binary, One Quaternary (2B1Q) line and up to 100 kHz over a Four Binary, Three Ternary (4B3T)
line.
All three of the above ADSL Access Multiplexer models exceed the International Telecommunications
Union Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T) Recommendation G.992.1 minimum
requirements of 640 kbps upstream and 6,000 kbps downstream.
2.0 INSTALLATION
2.1 Unpack and inspect the AAM8000
If there is visible damage, do not attempt to connect the device; contact Customer Support at 1-877-
638-2638 (001-603-427-0600 for international customers) or [email protected].
2.2 Install the AAM8000 in an IP DSLAM chassis
Net to Net Technologies' IP DSLAM interface modules are hot swappable; installing or removing an
interface module while the chassis is powered up does not affect the operational status of other
interface modules within the chassis. The IPD12000 is a fourteen slot chassis; slots 1-12 are
reserved for interface modules (such as the AAM8000) and slots 13-14 are reserved for MUMs.
Interface modules may be placed in any order in slots 1-12. The IPD4000 is a five slot chassis; slots
1-4 are reserved for interface modules and slot 5 is reserved for a MUM.
Interface Module User Guide
CAUTION Net to Net Technologies strongly recommends the use of proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions when
handling this equipment.
NOTE There must be a Multiplexer Uplink Module (MUM) installed in the IP DSLAM chassis in order for interface
modules to operate.
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zAlign the AAM8000 with the slot module guides of the chosen slot for installation
(slot 1-12 on the IPD12000 or slot 1-4 on the IPD4000).
zSlide the AAM8000 firmly into the chassis. DO NOT USE EXCESS FORCE.
zSecure the AAM8000 by tightening the fastening screws on the module faceplate.
zVerify that the PWR (Power) LED on the AAM8000 faceplate is illuminated.
2.3 Connect the ADSL Line(s)
Plug the ADSL cable into the RJ21 port of the chosen slot on the back of the IP DSLAM. For each port
being connected to a remote ADSL modem, verify that the ADSL link has been established; the ADSL
LK LED for that port will illuminate solid or flashing green to indicate the connection has been made.
Link up time for connections between the AAM8000 and remote ADSL modems can vary from one to
five minutes depending on the quality, gauge and distance of the copper cables.
(pins 13-25 and 38-50 are not used)
(pins 25 and 50 are not used)
2.3.1 Operational Mode
Each ADSL port may be set to run in either Full Rate (G.DMT, T1.413, Alcatel) or G.lite mode.
The AAM8000 default operational mode is Multimode, whereby individual ports detect and
match the operational mode of the remote ADSL modem to which they're connected.
2.3.2 Bandwidth
Available bandwidth options vary between Full Rate and G.lite operational modes. The
AAM8000 default bandwidth is Adaptive, whereby individual ports train up to the best possible
bandwidth supported by the AAM8000, the remote ADSL modem and the copper cables.
See Section 5.0 for more detailed information regarding AAM8000 parameters.
ADSL 12-Port RJ21 Port Pinout
PORT
12345678910 11 12
ADSL Tip 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37
Ring 12345678910 11 12
ADSL 24-Port RJ21 Pinout
PORT
12345678910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
ADSL Tip 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49
Ring 12345678910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
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3.0 DEFAULT SETTINGS
No configuration is necessary for the AAM8000 to operate at default settings.
4.0 AAM8000 MANAGEMENT
Once the AAM8000 has been installed, operational mode, bandwidth and all other configurations are
software selectable. Dependent upon the MUM model installed in your DSLAM, the AAM8000 can be
configured via Command Line Interface (CLI), Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and/or Net to
Net Technologies' web-based Network Management System (NMS). For further information regarding
AAM8000 management and configuration please refer to Net to Net Technologies' NMS Management User
Guide and/or CLI and SNMP Management User Guide.
4.1 Via NMS
Net to Net Technologies' Network Management System (NMS) is an embedded web server that
resides within the firmware of IP DSLAM MUMs (select models only). This web server maintains
statistical and configuration data for the AAM8000 and includes a scaled-down version of Simple
Network Management Protocol (SNMP v1.0).
4.1.1 Establish a Connection with the IP DSLAM MUM
Establish a connection with your IP DSLAM MUM either directly (through the Ethernet RJ45
MGMT Port on the MUM faceplate) or, if the system has been so configured, from a PC on your
local network. For direct connections, verify that the MGMT LNK LED on the MUM faceplate is
illuminated (indicating the connection has been established).
4.1.2 Launch a Web Browser
Launch a web browser on your PC such as Microsoft Internet Explorer (v4.0 or higher) or
Netscape Navigator (v4.0 or higher).
CONFIGURATION DEFAULT
Port Mode Adaptive
VPI/VCI Detect On
Circ. ID (Circuit Identification) n/a
IP Range 1 0.0.0.0 - 255.255.255.255
IP Range 2 0.0.0.0 - 0.0.0.0
Speed_Up n/a (Adaptive Port Mode)
Speed_Dn (Down) n/a (Adaptive Port Mode)
Protocol All
CONFIGURATION DEFAULT
Backbone-VLAN 0
VLAN 0 - 0
Pri (VLAN Priority) 0
Flood Upl (Uplink)
Frame Type 1483LLC
VPI 0
VCI 0
Standard Mode Multimode
NOTE If your IP DSLAM is newly installed and has not yet been set up for management access, you must configure
the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway (via either NMS or CLI) before you will be able to access data or
complete any other configurations. See the NMS Management User Guide or the CLI and SNMP Management
User Guide for initial configuration instructions.
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4.1.3 Enter the IP Address
Enter the DSLAM's IP address* into the address field at the top of your browser window. Press
the Enter key.
4.1.4 Log In
Log in with your assigned username and password.* Please note that General Users have read
only access; for AAM8000 configuration you must log in as a Superuser.
*If the IP address, username and/or password are unknown, contact your System
Administrator or Information Technology Manager for assistance.
Once you have logged in as a Superuser, you may make configuration changes to the AAM8000, and
any other interface modules installed in the IP DSLAM, as desired. For more detailed information
regarding AAM8000 parameters and configuration, refer to Section 5.0 of this manual and/or the
NMS Management User Guide.
4.2 Via CLI
Interface modules in an IP DSLAM with a Command Line Interface (CLI) compatible MUM (select
models only) can be managed with a Terminal Emulator program (loaded onto your PC) via a set of
commands and sub-commands/qualifiers.
4.2.1 Establish a Connection with the IP DSLAM MUM
Establish a direct connection with the MUM through the RS232 COM Port on the MUM
faceplate.
4.2.2 Launch a Terminal Emulator
Launch a Terminal Emulator program on your PC. Net to Net Technologies copyright
information will appear on your screen followed by a request for username.
4.2.3 Log in
Log in with your assigned username*. Once your username has been entered, a request for
password* will appear. Please note that for AAM8000 configuration you must log in as a
Superuser (General Users have read only access).
*If your username and/or password are unknown, contact your System Administrator or
Information Technology Manager for assistance.
Once you have logged in as a Superuser, you may make configuration changes to the AAM8000, and
any other interface modules installed in the IP DSLAM, as desired. For more detailed information
regarding AAM8000 parameters and configuration, refer to Section 5.0 of this manual and/or the
CLI and SNMP Management User Guide.
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4.3 Via SNMP
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is the standard for management of Transmission
Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks and network devices. Interface modules in an
IP DSLAM with an SNMP compatible MUM can be managed with a MIB Browser program (loaded
onto your PC) via a set of Object Identifiers (OIDs). OIDs are strings of numbers specifying various
configuration commands and requests for data.
4.3.1 Establish a Connection with the IP DSLAM MUM
Establish a connection with the MUM either directly (through the Ethernet RJ45 MGMT port on
the MUM faceplate) or, if the system has been so configured, from a PC on your local network.
For direct connections verify that the MGMT LNK LED on the MUM faceplate is illuminated
(indicating the connection has been established).
4.3.2 Launch a MIB Browser
Launch a MIB Browser program on your PC. If you have not yet downloaded the MIBs to your
PC or local network, you can obtain the Net to Net enterprise MIBs from
ftp://ftp.nettonet.com/download/mibs and the supported portions of MIB-II from RFC 1213 at
http://www.ietf.org/rfc.html . After downloading the MIBs, you will need to compile them into
your MIB Browser; see your MIB Browser user manual for further instruction.
Once the MIBs have been compiled, you will be able to make configuration changes to the
AAM8000, and any other interface modules installed in the IP DSLAM, as desired. For more detailed
information regarding AAM8000 parameters and configuration, refer to Section 5.0 below and /or
the CLI and SNMP Management User Guide.
5.0 AAM8000 PARAMETERS
Parameters common to all interface module models are defined in both the NMS Management User Guide
and the CLI and SNMP Management User Guide. Parameters specific to the AAM8000 are outlined below.
5.1 Standard Mode
5.1.1 Multimode (Default)
An AAM8000 port set to Multimode will detect and match the operational mode of the remote
ADSL modem to which it's connected.
5.1.2 Full Rate: G_DMT, T1_413 or ALCTL
An AAM8000 port set at a full rate mode (G.DMT, T1.413 or Alcatel) and using a single line for
both phone and data requires installation of an in-line splitter at both the Central Office (or
other IP DSLAM location) and the customer premises.
NOTE If your IP DSLAM is newly installed and has not yet been set up for management access, you must configure
the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway (via either NMS or CLI) before you will be able to utilize SNMP. See
the NMS Management User Guide or CLI and SNMP Management User Guide for initial configuration
instructions.
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5.1.3 G_LITE
An AAM8000 port set at G.lite and using a single line for both phone and data requires
installation of an in-line splitter at the Central Office (or other IP DSLAM location) and
installation of microfilters at the customer premises.
5.2 Port Mode
5.2.1 Adaptive (Default)
An AAM8000 port set to Adaptive will automatically train up to the best possible speed
supported by the AAM8000, the remote ADSL modem and the copper cable pair.
5.2.2 On
An AAM8000 port set to ON requires upstream and downstream bandwidths to be specified
individually; see Section 5.3 Speed.
5.2.3 Off
An AAM8000 port set to OFF has been administratively turned off.
5.3 Speed
The default AAM8000 bandwidth setting is Adaptive, allowing each port to train up to the best
possible speed circumstances will allow. The eventual outcome could be any combination of existing
upstream and downstream bandwidths and may or may not be reflected in the following tables.
When Port Mode is set to ON, upstream and downstream bandwidths must be selected manually for
that port; see the NMS Management User Guide and/or the CLI and SNMP Management User Guide
for further instruction regarding parameter configuration. Distance capabilities listed below assume
the use of 26 American Wire Gauge (AWG) cable; connections made with cable of a greater gauge
(e.g., 24 AWG) will link up at greater distances. The units may not link up if the cable is in poor
condition or if the cable distance is greater than a particular bandwidth will support.
Remote ADSL modems determine line speed through their communication with the AAM8000.
*Under optimal circumstances, the AAM8000-24 is capable of reaching downstream speeds of up to 10,050 kbps.
NOTE Maximum possible distances are shown in the following tables for various sample combinations of
upstream and downstream speeds over a typical line. Data given is meant solely as a guide in
determining achievable distances at various bandwidth settings; these tables are not
comprehensive. The many attainable combinations of upstream and downstream bandwidth, along with
corresponding speed possibilities for each, are far more numerous than what is feasible to list here.
Full Rate (T1.413, Alcatel and G.DMT) ADSL Distance Capabilities
UPSTRM
kbps
1,024 1,024 1,024 960 896 832 736 576 416 384 288 192 96
DWNSTRM* 8,064 7,712 7,072 5,632 4,480 3,584 2,784 2,144 1,696 1,184 832 512 288
DISTANCE
feet 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 13,000 14,000 15,000 16,000 17,000 18,000 19,000 20,000
meters 2,438 2,743 3,048 3,353 3,658 3,962 4,267 4,572 4,877 5,182 5,486 5,791 6,096
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5.4 VPI/VCI Detect
ADSL data travels by way of Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Cells across Permanent Virtual
Circuits (PVCs). Each PVC consists of one Virtual Channel across one Virtual Path as identified by a
Virtual Channel Identifier (VCI) and Virtual Path Identifier (VPI). The AAM8000 supports one PVC per
port.
zVPI (Virtual Path Identifier): an 8-bit field in ATM cell headers that routes the cell
over the correct Virtual Path (VP)
zVCI (Virtual Channel Identifier): a 16-bit field in ATM cell headers identifying the
Virtual Channel (VC), within the VP, over which a stream of cells will travel.
5.4.1 ON (Default)
When the VPI/VCI Detect function is set to ON, a port will automatically "snoop" the line to
determine the VPI and VCI settings of the remote ADSL modem to which its connected and
then set itself accordingly. If, however, no ATM cells are detected (at any VPI/VCI setting), the
port will default to VPI 0 and VCI 35 until such time as it does detect ATM cells from the remote
ADSL modem. The port will then automatically reconfigure the VPI and VCI with the same
settings at which the ATM cells were detected.
5.4.2 OFF
When the VPI/VCI Detect function is set to OFF, the VPI and VCI values for that port default to 0
and 35 (respectively) UNLESS the port was previously set at VPI/VCI Detect ON and had
already detected the VPI and VCI settings of the remote ADSL modem. In this case, turning the
VPI/VCI Detect function OFF will essentially lock in those previously detected settings until
such time as the VPI and VCI values are altered manually.
5.5 Frame Type
Frame type is the ADSL data encapsulation method for carrying traffic over an ATM network as
defined by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) Request for Comment (RFC) 1483:
G.lite ADSL Distance Capabilities
UPSTREAM kbps 512 416 288 192 128
DOWNSTREAM 1,536 1,536 1,056 768 448
DISTANCE feet 15,000 16,000 17,000 18,000 19,000
meters 4,572 4,877 5,182 5,486 5,791
NOTE If you wish to set VPI and VCI values manually, the VPI/VCI Detect function should be set to OFF
before the VPI and VCI values are entered. When manually configuring VPI and VCI, each port must be
assigned the same VPI and VCI values as the remote ADSL modem to which it's connected or the units
will not be able to communicate.
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5.5.1 1483LLC (Default)
Logical Link Control (LLC) encapsulation multiplexes multiple protocols over a single ATM
Virtual Circuit. 1483LLC is the protocol-identifying frame header.
5.5.2 1483VCM
Virtual Circuit Multiplexing (VCM) creates a separate ATM Virtual Circuit connection for each
protocol type without additional encapsulation.
6.0 DATA STORAGE
6.1 RAM and NVRAM
Configuration backup is inherent in the AAM8000. Upon initial power up of the IP DSLAM, default
parameters of the AAM8000 will remain in place unless changed through NMS, CLI or SNMP. Once
changed, new configurations will automatically be recorded in both the Random Access Memory
(RAM) of the AAM8000 and the Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM) of the MUM. While
data stored in AAM8000 RAM will be erased if the module is removed from the IP DSLAM or the IP
DSLAM loses power, interface module data stored within MUM NVRAM will remain intact (even if the
unit loses power) unless deliberately cleared or reconfigured.
6.2 Local File
Individual port configurations can be saved locally on your PC as a backup, and/or for use as a
template for future configurations. Once the AAM8000 has been configured as desired, the settings
can be flash uploaded through a Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) tool with a GET command and
the following information:
Host name: [IP DSLAM IP Address]
Remote filename: NVR_CFG.bin.[superuser password]
Local filename: [user preference]
Port configuration files can be flash downloaded FROM a local file TO an AAM8000 as well; simply
replace the GET command with a SET command.
NOTE Only individual port configurations can be saved to a local file. Chassis configurations are not flash up or
downloadable; they must be manually configured for each unit.
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7.0 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
7.1 LED Indications
7.2 Regulatory Compliance for Class A Equipment
7.2.1 US Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, 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 be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
LED State Indication Additional Information
PWR (Power) solid green unit is operational If the Power LED is not illuminated, it is unlikely
the AAM8000 is receiving power and none of the
LEDs will be illuminated.
ADSL LK (Link) solid green ADSL connection is
established
An ADSL link exists and the port may be
transmitting but it has not received any data
from the remote ADSL modem within the last
second.
flashing
green
ADSL connection is
established and
active
The port has received valid data from the remote
ADSL modem within the last second.
no
illumination
no ADSL connection
ADSL RX
(Receiving)
flashing
amber
ADSL activity The port is receiving data from the remote ADSL
modem.
solid amber heavy Rx traffic The port is receiving large amounts of data from
the remote ADSL modem.
no
illumination
no activity A link may exist but the port is not receiving any
data from the remote ADSL modem.
ADSL TX
(Transmitting)
flashing
amber
ADSL activity The port is transmitting data to the remote ADSL
modem.
solid amber heavy Tx traffic The port is transmitting large amounts of data to
the remote ADSL modem.
no
illumination
no activity A link may exist but the port is not transmitting
any data to the remote ADSL modem.
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7.2.2 Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
7.2.3 Europe
This Class A product complies with European Norm EN55022.
Warning: In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures to correct the situation.
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