Omnitron Systems Technology Omnitron 8000-0 User manual

iConverter®Network Management Module
USER MANUAL
Release 3.4

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Table of Contents
1.0 Overview ....................................................................................................................3
2.0 Port Structure .............................................................................................................4
2.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................4
2.1.1 Serial Console Port ....................................................................................................4
2.1.2 Daisy Chain Ports (Multi-Chassis)..............................................................................4
2.1.3 UTP Management Port ..............................................................................................5
2.1.4 Ethernet Backplane Port ............................................................................................5
3.0 Installation Procedure ................................................................................................8
3.1 Overview.....................................................................................................................8
3.2 Configuring Switches..................................................................................................8
3.2.1 Ethernet Crossover Switch.........................................................................................8
3.2.2 Backplane Enable Switch...........................................................................................8
3.3 Installing the Module and Connecting the UTP Cable................................................8
3.4 Configure the Module via Command Line Interface ...................................................9
3.4.1 Setting IP and Control Preferences..........................................................................11
3.4.2 Setting SNMP Preferences ......................................................................................14
3.4.3 Management Support...............................................................................................16
3.4.4 Enabling/Disabling Soft-switch Reload.....................................................................16
3.4.5 Access the NMM Remotely......................................................................................18
3.5 Verify Operation........................................................................................................20
4.0 Module Status ..........................................................................................................21
4.1 Overview...................................................................................................................21
5.0 NMM Specifications..................................................................................................23
6.0 Troubleshooting Guide.............................................................................................24
6.1 Overview...................................................................................................................24
6.1.1 Power Issues............................................................................................................24
6.1.3 UTP Issues...............................................................................................................24
7.0 Warranty...................................................................................................................25

1.0 OVERVIEW
The iConverter®Network Management Module (NMM) is the heart of the iConvertermanagement system.
It features a 32-bit, high performance RISC microprocessor executing a realtime operating system. It
supports the SNMP and Telnet protocols and is capable of controlling up to 19 managed chassis.
The NMM delivers Operations, Administration and Maintenance (OAM) services for carrier-class network
access with comprehensive provisioning and network monitoring. The NMM features IP-based and IP-less
management of iConverter modules within the management domain (modules and chassis connected to the
NMM). IP-less management includes IEEE 802.3ah OAM and Omnitron’s Secure IP-less OAM management
When managing high-density fiber connections in a Central Office or network core, the NMM clusters up
to19chassis into asingle IP address. In thisconfiguration, NMM moduleswithin each chassis areconnected
to each other over a daisy chain connection.
The NMM polls all converters and power supplies within its domain, continuously collecting status and
module information. It reports its collected status via the SNMP protocol to element management
applications, such as Omnitron’s SNMP-based NetOutlook™Management Software
NOTE: It is recommended that the revision of firmware on the NMM be the same or greater than
any other management module installed in the chassis or connected remotely to installed modules.
IMPORTANT
Thismanual provides informationon the installationandconfiguration ofthemodule using thecommand
line interface (serial console). For ongoing network management, Omnitron Systems recommends
NetOutlook, an SNMP-based Network Management Software.
NetOutlook provides an efficient, user-friendly way to configure, monitor and manage devices installed
on a single network or on a series of networks by providing an intuitive graphical display with real-time
status and alarm (trap) information. The user can easily manage iConverter equipment on a large
Enterprise network or Metropolitan Area network (MAN) from a single location without the need of
additional resources.
Release 3.4 supports SNMPv1, SNMPv2c and SNMPv3.
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2.0 PORT STRUCTURE
2.1 OVERVIEW
The Network Management Module front panel provides the access to the Management ports. Management
can be accessed through the serial port or the UTPport. The module features a backplane Ethernet port for
connectivity to adjacent modules.
Serial Port
Daisy Chain Port
UTP Management Port
2.1.1 Serial Console Port
The NMM features a Serial RS-232 Console Port (aka Craft Interface) for the initial setup and configuration
described in this manual. The Serial Console Port is accessed through the DB9 female DCE interface.
2.1.2 Daisy Chain Ports (Multi-Chassis)
The NMM provides a pair of redundant ports to daisy chain (cascade) up to 19 chassis providing single IP
address management.
Multi-ChassisConfiguration
To configure a set of chassis for a multi-chassis configuration, the following requirements must be followed:
• Only one NMM per chassis
• No other management modules can be installed in the chassis (i.e. 10/100M, GX/TM, etc.)
• Each NMM must have a unique chassis number (see Section 3.4.1.3)
• Remote OAM must be disabled (see Section 3.4.3.2)
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The illustration below shows how multi-chassis are managed using Omnitron’s NetOutlook Management
Software. From the chassis view screen, each of the chassis are available.
NetOutlook Chassis View
Multi-chassisconfiguration can alsobemanaged through theserial console port. Fromthe ChassisSelection
section of screen, each of the chassis connected together are available. See Section 4.0 for detailed menu
screens.
2.1.3 UTP Management Port
The NMM features a front-panel 10Mbps Ethernet management port to facilitate SNMP management of
iConvertermodules in a2, 5 or19-Modulechassis. Front-panel (Out-of-Band)managementis accomplished
by attaching a Category 5 UTP or better cable to the Ethernet front-panel management port.
2.1.4 Ethernet Backplane Port
The NMM also features a 10Mbps Ethernet backplane port. The backplane port A allows Ethernet data
connectivitybetweenthe adjacent module inthechassis. The backplane port providesIn-Bandmanagement
connectivity between the NMM and the adjacent module when both have their backplanes enabled.
Management traffic from the adjacent module transverse the backplane to the NMM.
The backplane port can be disabled or enabled via an on-board slide switch. The NMM supports Backplane
Port A only.
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The iConverter 19-Module, 5-Module and 2-Module Chassis backplanes provide ethernet data connectivity
between adjacent slots. The A and B backplane ports connect the slots as illustrated.
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The backplane data bus supports Out-of-Band Management and In-Band Management configurations.
Out-of-Band Management
Out-of-Band Management is available by directly connecting the Network Management Station (NMS)
to the UTP port on the front of the NMM. This isolates the management traffic from the rest of the
traffic in the chassis.
Chassis
Backplane
NMM
NMM
front /
back
select
“A” Link “B” Link
A Port
Internal
10/100
switch chip
Fiber
100 port
UTP
10/100 port
A Port B Port
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
Internal
10/100
switch chip
Fiber
100 port
UTP
10/100 port
A Port B Port
NMS
Disable Enabled
Out-of-Band Management (with backplanes disabled)
In-Band Management
In-Band Management is supported by using the chassis backplane to provide connection between the NMM
and an adjacent module. The adjacent module provides access between the NMM and the NMS via the
backplane data bus. In order to provide a secure management connection, a management VLAN must be
configured (see section 3.4.3 on Management VLAN).
Chassis
Backplane
NMM
NMM
front /
back
select
“A” Link “B” Link
A Port
Internal
10/100
switch chip
Fiber UTP
A Port B Port
Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
A Port B Port
NMS
Customer Ethernet Switch
Internal
10/100
switch chip
Fiber UTP
Disable Enabled
In-Band Management (with backplanes enabled)
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3.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
3.1 OVERVIEW
The following steps outline the installation and configuration procedures for the NMM. Refer to the
specified sections for detailed instructions.
• Configuring Switches (Section 3.2)
• Installing the Module and Connecting the UTP Cable (Section 3.3)
• Configure the Module via Command Line Interface (Section 3.4)
• Verify Operation (Section 3.5)
When the setup and configuration procedures are completed, the NMM has been configured for operation.
3.2 CONFIGURING SWITCHES
Board Mounted Switches
3.2.1 Ethernet Crossover Switch
The NMM has an on-board switch for the configuration of the device connecting to the front-panel UTP
management port. When connecting to a hub or switch, set the Ethernet Crossover Switch to “Switch”.
When connecting to a workstation, set to “Workstation” (factory default).
3.2.2 Backplane Enable Switch
The NMM provides an on-board switch to configure the module for In-Band or Out-of-Band management.
Whenthe BackplaneEnable Switchis inthe Frontposition (factorydefault),thefront-panel UTPmanagement
port is enabled and the backplane Ethernet port is disabled. This is defined as Out-of-Band management.
When the switch is in the Back position, the front-panel port is disabled and the backplane port is enabled.
This is defined as In-Band management. In this setting, the NMM module can communicate with an
adjacent module via the chassis backplane.
3.3 INSTALLING THE MODULE AND CONNECTING THE UTP CABLE
• Since the NMM only supports backplane portA, it is recommended that the NMM be installed in
Slot 1. Carefully slide the module into an open slot in the chassis. Align the module with the
installation guides and ensure that the module is firmly seated against the backplane. Secure the
module by fastening the front panel thumbscrew (push in and turn clockwise to tighten) to the chassis
front. Verify the “Pwr” LED is ON (indicating the chassis is powered).
• Connect the UTP port via a Category 5 cable or better to a 10BASE-T Ethernet device (Management
Station).
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3.4 CONFIGURE THE MODULE VIA COMMAND LINE INTERFACE
To configure, attach the NMM to a DB-9 serial (RS-232) equipped computer with terminal emulation
software such as HyperTerminal. Using a standard serial cable, connect the serial port of the PC and the
Serial Console Port of the NMM. This is a standard asynchronous DCE serial interface. The pin-outs are
illustrated below.
1
6
5
9
2
3
5
7
DB-9 Female
RD
TD
GND
RTS
Serial Connector Pin Outs
Start HyperTerminal and select the correct COM Port in the HyperTerminal “Connect To:” window.
Set the PC’s serial port to the following:
Bits Per Second: 57,600
Stop Bits: 1
Data Bits: 8
Parity: NONE
Hardware Flow Control: NONE
Power the chassis containing the NMM and press <ENTER> to bring up a command line prompt on the
attached PC.
The module is configured with the following defaults:
IP
IPAddress: 192.168.1.220
IP Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Passwords
Serial: No password assigned
FTP: No password assigned
Telnet: public
SNMPv1/v2c Communities
READ: public
WRITE: public
SNMPv3 Parameters
User 1 name (read only): guest
User 2 name (read/write): admin
User 1 Privacy pwd: publicguest User 1 Authen pwd: publicguest
User 2 Privacy pwd: privateadmin User 2 Authen pwd: privateadmin
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The Management Options screen will be displayed.
Management Options iConverter, Serial Agent
Network Management
1: Chassis and Module Management
2: Set Module Identifier
Management Module Preferences
3: IP and Control Preferences
4: SNMP Preferences
5: Abandon Preference Changes
6: Save Preference Changes
7: Restore to Factory Defaults
8: Restart Management Module
9: Other Networking Features
Management Module Maintenance
10: Firmware Update
11: Set Date/Time
IP Address = 192.168.1.220
Chassis Number = 1
Enter Choice, (H)elp, E(x)it >
A new NMM does not have a password, and will skip the Password Entry screen and go straight to the
Management Options screen. If a password has been set, the Password Entry screen will be displayed.
Type the password and press <ENTER>, the NMM will respond with the Management Options screen.
Omnitron Systems Technology, Inc. iConverter, Serial Agent
Copyright 2001-2007 OST, Inc. Password Entry
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Omnitron Systems Technology Technical Support: [phone]
140 Technology #500 Sales/Products: [phone]
Irvine, CA 92618 On the web at: www.omnitron-systems.com
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IP Address 192.168.1.220
MAC 00:00:00:00:00:00
[xxxxxxxx]
Please enter the password >
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