Spectracom PRISMA VelaSync User manual

PRISMA VelaSync
®
HIGH-SPEED TIME SERVER
Getting Started Guide
1232-5000-0051 Rev. 1 • May 2018

Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1
Specications...................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Precautions............................................................................................................. 2
Unpacking............................................................................................................................ 2
Front Panel........................................................................................................................... 3
Rear Panel............................................................................................................................. 4
Installation ........................................................................................................................... 4
Operation ............................................................................................................................. 7
Technical Support ............................................................................................................. 9
Table of Contents

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Introduction
PRISMA VelaSync® High-Speed Time Server is an enterprise-class time serving appliance
designed for high-frequency trading and other network applications with low-latency re-
quirements.
VelaSync’s customized conguration, comprising network synchronization software, pre-
cision GNSS timing technology, and reliable server hardware allows it to provide high-
performance time management over multiple Ethernet interfaces at speeds of up to 40 Gb.
This Quick Reference Guide is a supplement to the main user manual
for the PRISMA VelaSync. The latest version of the main user manual
can be found online, at: manuals.spectracom.com
NOTE
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Specifications
�Intel® Xeon® E5 Series quad-core processor, 8 GB RAM min.
�2x Western Digital® Re 1 TB Enterprise-Class Hard Drives, RAID conguration
�2x hot-swap power supplies, 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 500 W each,
with IEC60320 C14 inlet coupler
�Spectracom TSync Precision Timing Card with GNSS Receiver
�OCXO or Rubidium Oscillator
�2x 1GbE network ports
�2x 10 GbE (optionally 4x) network ports, or 2x 10 GbE plus optionally 2x 40 GbE
�All network ports oer hardware time stamping.
�I/O connectors: See Section “Rear Panel” on page 4.
Note: Specications are subject to change without notice.
Environment
�Operation:..... 10°C to 35°C, RH: 8 to 90% (@ 35°C)
�Storage: ..... –40°C to +50°C , RH: 5 to 95% (@ 70°C)
Size, Weight & Power
�Dimensions: ...............(WxHxD) 17 x 1.7 x 25.6 in. (432 x 43 x 650 mm)
�Weight:.........................23.5 lbs. (10.7 kg)
�Max. power draw (@ 20°C, 2 power supplies running, 2 hard disks installed)
�100W typical; 120 W startup. 1
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Safety Precautions
Before connecting the unit to mains voltage, see manufacturer’s safety
warnings under: manuals.spectracom.com
Electrical hazard. No user serviceable parts inside. Do NOT open panel
before unplugging BOTH power supplies rst (the POWER button will not
de-energize the system!)
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WARNING
CAUTION
Do not use power supplies other than the model installed in your Vela-
Sync, and do not mix power supplies with dierent power ratings.
In the unlikely event of a power supply failure, a replacement unit can
be procured directly from Spectracom (part no. PS09R-070J-SL01).
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Unpacking and Inventory
CAUTION
Electronic equipment is sensitive to Electrostatic Discarge (ESD).
Observe all ESD precautions and safeguards when handling the unit.
Included Materials
�VelaSync unit
�Two (2) sets of rail assemblies
�Two (2) rail mounting brackers, extension elements, and mounting hardware
�Front bezel, and keys
�Two (2) power cables
�Spectracom Ancillary Kit, containing one (1) antenna cable, one (1) TSync standard
breakout cable, and one (1) timing I/O adapter cable. When connected to the 25 pin
Micro D-Sub Timing Connector, these last two cables provide additional access to the
PRISMA Vela Sync: External 1PPS Input, IRIG AM Input, IRIG DCLS Input, IRIG AM Output,
(1) GP Input, and (2) GP Outputs.
For more info on these cables and their setup, see the main VelaSync User Manual.
�Optional equipment e.g., GNSS antenna and surge suppressor
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Front Panel
LEDs
�Info (red): Blinking fast: Fan fail; slow blinking: Power fail; solid red: CPU overheat
(blue): Solid: Local UID button depressed; blinking: UID activated via IPMI
�NIC2, 1: Activity on GLAN 1,2 when ashing
�HDD: IDE channel activity when ashing
�Power: Power is applied to power supplies
Hard Disks
Control Buttons
�UID: Unit identier button – press button (or activate via IPMI) to turn blue LED in
front and back of unit on/o, so as to identify the unit
�Reset: Reboot the system
�Power: Apply/remove power from the power supply of the server.
(Note: Standby power continues to be supplied to the system)
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Rear Panel
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Installation
For detailed installation instructions, see the Chapter “Installation and
Setup” in the latest version of the main user manual, found online
under: manuals.spectracom.com
NOTE
The following is a brief summary for experienced installation personnel:
Server Location Selection
�Dedicated room with restricted access
�Clean, dust-free, ambient temperature not to exceed 35°C [95°F]
�Virtually free of EMC noise
�Mechanically stable
�Electrically grounded rack with physical clearance for air ow and servicing: approx. 65 cm
[25”] in front of rack, 75 cm [30”] in the back of rack
�Use of a UPS is recommended
1./2....................................................................................................................................1GbE ports (RJ-45)
3./4. .................................................................................................................................10 GbE ports (SFP+)
5./6......................................................................optional 10 GbE, or 40 GbE ports (SFP+, or QSFP+)
7.............................................................................................................................GNSS antenna connector
8......................................................................................................................................................................VGA
9. ...............................................................TSync Timing I/O connector (also includes status LED’s)
10............................................................................................................................................................USB (4x)
11. ...................................................................................................................................................................IPMI
12. ...............................................................Serial Port - requires null-modem cable (not included)
13. ................................................................................................................................................power supply
14.................................................................................................................................................power supply
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Mechanical Installation
Each of the two rack rail assemblies comprise an inner chassis rail (pre-installed to the
server chassis), and an outer rail that needs to be mounted to the rack:
1. Measure the distance from the front rail to the rear rail of the rack. Attach a short
bracket to the front side of each of the outer rails, and a long bracket to the rear side
of each outer rail.
2. Adjust both the short, and the long brackets to the distance measured earlier so that
the rails t snugly into the rack. Secure the short bracket to the front side of the outer
rail with two screws, and the long bracket to the rear side of the outer rail with three
screws. Take note of the locking tabs, which prevent the server from sliding out too far
out of the rack.
3. Line up the rear of the inner rails at the chassis with the front of the outer rails at the
rack. Slide the server chassis into the rack, keeping the pressure even on both sides.
Depress the locking tabs, if needed (they will click upon proper engagement).
TELCO rack installation: Use two L-shaped brackets on either side of the chassis. Deter-
mine a balanced front-to-back position of the chassis. Remove bezel from server, if installed.
Attach the two front brackets to each side of the chassis, then the two rear brackets, leaving
enough space to accommodate the width of the telco rack. Slide the chassis into the rack,
and tighten the brackets to the rack.
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Connecting the GNSS Antenna
Connect a GPS/GNSS antenna system to the GNSS connector (see page 4, rear panel
illustration, item number 7), using the supplied Type-N antenna cable, and an LMR-400
equivalent cable with surge suppressor and active GPS L1 antenna, such as Spectracom
model 8230.
Note the GNSS receiver connection provides 5 VDC power for the antenna.
Connecting Power
Plug in both power supplies. (You may hear a fan noise from inside the housing).
Swith the unit on by pressing the ON/OFF button on the front panel. Wait for the device to
boot up.
Once the boot process is completed, only the green POWER status LED should be lit.
CAUTION
If only one power supply is running, and the other one is inserted all
the way, but not plugged in, or defective, VelaSync will emit a long
BEEP, so as to alert you of a problem with the backup power.
Establishing a Network Connection
To communicate with PRISMA Vela Sync without using DHCP, connect a PC with a
congured LAN port via Ethernet cable to the VelaSync server using ETH0. The unit is
shipped with one static IP address: ETH0 = 192.168.1.1
To connect and set up a device using DHCP, connect to an Ethernet port without a static IP
address (any Ethernet port except ETH0). Find the unit on your network by contacting your
network administrator, and log in to the unit’s assigned IP address. Log on to the Web UI
(see directions in the next section).
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VelaSync also has a command-line login available on its serial port, which can be used as
an alternate way to initially communicate with the unit.
To connect using the serial port, connect a PC to the serial port of the VelaSync using a
null-modem cable. The VelaSync serial port operates at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, No parity, 1
stop bit.
For more information on the Command Line Interface (CLI), see the main PRISMA VelaSync
manual.
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Operation
NOTE
For more detailed information pertaining to VelaSync’s Web UI opera-
tion, please consult the VelaSync User’s Manual, found online under:
manuals.spectracom.com
The Web UI
In addition to a CLI, VelaSync has an itegrated web user interface (Web UI) to congure and
monitor the unit, that can be accessed from a network-connected computer, using a standard
web browser.
Start a web browser, and go to 192.168.1.1 (or the IP address assigned to the unit
in Establishing a Network Connection) in order to log into the Web UI. It is also
recommended that you change the default static IP address. You can do so in the Web UI under
MANAGEMENT > Network Setup. Select the gear symbol next to each Ethernet port for
options.
On this screen, you can turn DHCP on or o for each port. If the DHCP function is disabled on
an Ethernet port, you can manually reset the IP address.
The default login credentials are:
User name = spadmin
Password = admin123
NOTE
CAUTION
For security reasons, please change the default password
immediately by navigating to the MANAGEMENT menu > Change
My Password.
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Navigation
The HOME screen of the Web UI provides comprehensive status information:
�vital system information
�current status of the references
�key performance/accuracy data
�major log events
�access to the primary navigation bar
The Primary Navigation Bar of the Web UI provides access to all menus:
• HOME: Return to the HOME screen
• INTERFACES: Access the conguration pages for:
�references (e.g., GNSS, NTP), and
�outputs (e.g. 10 MHz, PPS, NTP)
• MANAGEMENT: Access the NETWORK setup screens, including: Ethernet
port conguration, SSH Setup, SNMP Setup, NTP Setup, PTP Setup, as well as
password, notication, and time management tasks.
• TOOLS: Opens a drop-down menu for access to system maintenance screens
and system logs.
• HELP/MONITORING: Opens a drop-down menu for access to system help and
information on how to contact Spectracom for further assistance.
Verify Setup
External:
1. On the front of the unit, the green POWER LED should be the only bulb lit.
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2. On the back of the unit, only the green LED marked TIMING should be lit, once PRISMA
VelaSync is in-sync with a timing source (GPS/GNSS).
Internal (via the Web UI):
3. To verify your VelaSync is functioning correctly, navigate to the HOME screen of the
Web UI and check the System Status window. Power, status, and alarms are all listed on
this screen. Should an urgent issue require your attention, it will appear here.
4. In MANAGEMENT> Network Setup, you can see and manipulate your sytem
connections, including all inputs and outputs.
About IPMI
IPMI is a protocol that allows for out-of-band management of computer systems, even when
they are turned o. IPMI is active whenever the server is powered.
VelaSync has a dedicated IPMI Ethernet interface (see page 4: rear panel illlustration, item
number 11.) By default, the IPMI interface uses DHCP to obtain an IP address.
The IP address of the IPMI interface is listed in the Web UI under MANAGEMENT > Network
Setup > Actions panel > IPMI. If you un-check the DHCP box, the current IP address will be
visable. A static IP address can also be set if prefered over DHCP.
Users will need the ADMIN password to make changes in the IPMI setup panel.
Power Replacement
For redundancy purposes, VelaSync is equipped with two hot-swap power supply modules.
Should either of the modules fail, the other will take the full load, and supply power without
interruption to the server. The LED on the control panel will blink slowly until the defective
module has been replaced.
NOTE
For detailed information about hot-swapping, see the main PRISMA VelaS-
ync manual at manuals.spectracom.com
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Technical Support
Please navigate to the “Support” page of the Spectracom website, where you can not only
submit a support request, but also nd additional technical documentation:
https://spectracom.com/support/request-service-product-support
To speed up the diagnosis of your VelaSync unit, please send us your current product con-
guration and the events log (if available).
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