Tyco Electronics AMP NETCONNECT AMPTRAC User manual

Instruction Sheet
AMP NETCONNECT* AMPTRAC* 408-8982
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Ca le Management System
Figure 1
1U Analyz r
(R f r nc PN 1435370-[ ]) 6U Analyz r (R f r nc PN 1435371-[ ])
Patch Cord
(R f r nc PN 1435834-[ ])
Input/Output (I/O) Cabl
(R f r nc PN 1435488-[ ])
Mast r, Link, and Stand-Alon Analyz rs
1. INTRODUCTION
This instruction sheet covers basic installation,
connection, and testing procedures for AMP
NETCONNECT AMPTRAC cable management
system. The system monitors the network using
enabled AMP NETCONNECT patch panels, a sensor
pen, patch cords, I/O cables, link cables, and 1U and
6U analyzers (master, link, and stand–alone). Refer to
Figure 1.
Dimensions in this instruction sheet are in metric
units [with U.S. customary units in brackets].
Figures are not drawn to scale.
2. DESCRIPTION
For description of equipment and component
features, design guidelines, how the system works,
detailed software and hardware configurations,
troubleshooting, and safety information, refer to the
AMPTRAC Hardware Manual located on the AMP
NETCONNECT website at www.ampnetconnect.com .
3. HARDWARE INSTALLATION
3.1. Mount the Analyzer(s) to the Rack
Each analyzer is designed to be mounted onto a
standard 483 mm [19 in.] Electronic Industries
Alliance (EIA) rack or equipment cabinet.
A. Environment Requirements
— To ensure long–term reliable operation of the
analyzer(s), it is essential that the operating
(ambient air) temperature around the
analyzer(s) is no higher than 30 _ C [86 _ F].
Improper placement of an analyzer, such as next
to acti e equipment, and improper air flow
management around the analyzer may cause the
ambient air temperature near the analyzer to
exceed the maximum limit. Analyzers exposed to
a higher ambient air temperature than
recommended may fail prematurely.
— Airflow through the cabinet must be clean and
direct with minimal obstruction.
— Cooled air must be provided to the base of the
cabinet.
— A fan tray must be fitted at the top of the
cabinet, and the side panels of the cabinet must
be positioned to achieve an effective convection
flow of air to the top fans.
B. Spacing Requirements
— There must be a minimum of 75 mm [3 in.]
between the front panel of the cabinet and the
analyzer.
— Analyzers must NEVER be mounted directly
above or below each other.
— ALWAYS maintain a minimum distance of 1U
rack space between the analyzer and active
equipment. ALWAYS maintain a minimum
distance of 1U rack space between 1U
analyzers and 2U rack space between 6U
analyzers.
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— ALWAYS maintain a minimum distance of 4U
rack space between the analyzer and group of
switches or large equipment chassis containing
multiple switch modules dissipating 100 W or
more.
— DO NOT mount the analyzer(s) in the same
cabinet as a group of switches or equipment
dissipating 100 W or more.
C. Recommendations
— Mount the analyzer(s) starting at the bottom of
the rack.
— Mount the analyzer(s) on a rack containing
passive patch panels.
— Avoid mounting the analyzer(s) on an overly
congested rack of active equipment.
— Mount the analyzer(s) below active equipment.
— If an analyzer must be mounted on a rack above
equipment dissipating 100 W or more, install a
heat deflector or rack–mount fan directly under
the analyzer.
3.2. Insta the I/O Expansion Cards
A 6U analyzers must not contain more than
six I/O expansion cards. DO NOT install an
I/O expansion card in Positions 00 and 02
(labeled on analyzer).
3.3. P ug In A Ana yzers
It is essential that the 3–prong power cord (included
with the analyzer(s) be used and that under no
circumstance should the ground pin be disconnected
or removed from the power cord. If a power adapter is
being used, the continuity of the ground pin must be
maintained.
The presence of a ground for every analyzer
MUST be verified BEFORE performing any
installation or troubleshooting procedure.
3.4. Connect and Power ON the Ana yzers
1. Connect the link cable(s) from the link cable port
of the link analyzer(s) (maximum of nine) to the link
cable port(s) of the master analyzer in sequential
order starting with Port 1. Refer to Figure 2.
Link Cables 1435338-[ are available separately
with a maximum length of 15.24 m [50 ft .
2. Power ON the stand–alone analyzer. Power ON
the link analyzer(s), then power ON the master
analyzer.
Figure 2
I/O Cable Ports
Link Cable Ports
Back of Master Analyzer (1U Shown)
Back of Link Analyzer (1U Shown)
Connecting Analyzers
LAN Port
Back of Stand-Alone Analyzer (1U Shown)
Link Cable Port
No LAN Port
I/O Cable Ports
No Link Cable Port
LAN Port
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
I/O Cable Ports
3.5. Run Initia Power Up Test
1. For the master analyzer and stand–alone
analyzer, examine the light emitting diodes (LEDs)
for the following (refer to Figure 3).
On the front:
— power LED is ON
— LAN LED is ON (if IP address is not configured)
On the back:
— green and red LEDs (at the left) toggle and
flicker
— green LED (at the top, right) permanently lights
after
the IP address is configured
Figure 3
Front of Analyzer
(Master Shown) Back of Analyzer (Master Shown)
power
pulse
RX
TX
LAN
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2. For the link analyzer, examine the LEDs on the
front for the following:
— power LED is ON
— LCD displays the same message as the LCD of
the master analyzer
3. DO NOT proceed to the next step until this test
is successful.
3.6. Run the Port Loop-Bac Test
The Port Loop–Back Test checks the functionality of
the I/O expansion cards and tests for shorts between
ports of all analyzers.
1. Make sure that all factory–installed loop–back
connectors are connected to their respective ports
on the I/O expansion card under test.
2. Power cycle the analyzer, then press the INFO
button.
3. When the Debug Menu becomes available, the
LCD will display: “Press Up/Down for Menu, Enter
to Select.” Press ENTER to select “Selection #2.”
4. Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button to select
the chassis (analyzer) that contains the I/O
expansion card, then press ENTER. Press the UP
or DOWN arrow button to select the I/O expansion
card or press the RIGHT arrow button until “Scan
All” displays. Press ENTER.
— if testing individual I/O expansion cards, after
“Card Pass” is displayed, select the next I/O
expansion card, and repeat Step 4
— if failure occurs, disconnect the loop–back
connectors, then re–connect them ensuring that
they are fully seated
5. Press the LEFT arrow button to “quit” the test.
6. DO NOT proceed to the next step until this test
is successful.
3.7. Install a Sensor Strip onto the Patch Panels or
LAN Electronics
1. Install a retro–fit sensor strip onto all AMP
NETCONNECT SL series and 110Connect patch
panels without a sensor strip, according to
“Installing Sensor Strip Patch Panel Retrofit Kits” of
the AMPTRAC Hardware Manual .
2. Install a printed circuit (pc) board sensor strip
onto all other patch panels or LAN electronics as
follows (refer to Figure 4):
For instruction on installing a flex-style sensor
strip, refer to the AMPTRAC Hardware Manual.
a. Using an alcohol wipe, thoroughly clean the
surface of the area for placement of the sensor
strip.
Figure 4
Sensor Strip Placed Bet een Stacked Ports
Detail C
Detail D
Detail B
Paper Backing of Sensor Strip
Detail A
Pogo Pin of Patch Cord Touching Sensor Pad
Alcohol Wipe
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Th s nsor strip should b plac d abov or b low
th ports, d p nding upon th ori ntation of th
ports; and for stack d ports, th s nsor strip
should b plac d b tw n th ports.
To nsur prop r plac m nt of th s nsor strip,
k p in mind that, wh n a patch cord is
conn ct d to th patch pan l, th ntir pogo pin
(locat d opposit of th conn ctor latch) must
touch th s nsor pad.
b. Remove the paper backing from the sensor
strip.
c. Attach the sensor strip to the appropriate
area. DO NOT press into place at this time.
d. Connect a patch cord to a port, and verify the
following:
— the entire pogo pin of the patch cord touches
the sensor pad
— no ports are obstructed by the sensor strip
If these conditions are met, disconnect the
patch cord, and firmly press the sensor strip into
position.
e. Using an alcohol wipe, thoroughly clean the
sensor strip.
It is r comm nd d to allow th adh siv of th
s nsor strip to bond for s v ral hours b for
conn cting th I/O cabl s.
3.8. Connect t e I/O Cables to t e Analyzer
Analyz rs and I/O xpansion cards should b
ch ck d for prop r op ration using th Initial
Pow r Up T st (Paragraph 3.5) and Port
Loop-Back T st (Paragraph 3.6) BEFORE
conn cting any I/O cabl s.
1. Disconnect the factory–installed loop–back
connectors from all I/O ports of the analyzer.
2. Connect all I/O cables to the the analyzer(s)
(if using the optional single–pad sensor strip for
monitoring the LAN port of the stand–alone or
master analyzer, the single pad will connect to
Pins 0 and 1).
It is r comm nd d that all I/O cabl s hav th
sam ori ntation wh n conn ct d. B caus th
I/O conn ctors do not hav a polarization f atur ,
us th mboss d triangl (Pin 1 id ntifi r) on
th I/O conn ctor for ori ntation. S Figur 5.
3. Support the I/O cables exiting the analyzer
using a horizontal support bar.
4. Check the I/O cable for the following:
— the minimum bend radius must be four times the
diameter of the cable
Figure 5
Embossed Triangle (Pin 1 Identifier)
— the first bend of the cable must not occur within
76.2 mm [3 in.] of the port
3.9. Connect t e I/O Cables to t e Patc Panels and
LAN Electronics
1. Connect the I/O cables to the sensor strip(s) of
the patch panels and the LAN electronics.
2. Support the I/O cable for the pc board sensor
strip either directly above or below the connection.
DO NOT route the cable to the side for direct
placement into the vertical cable management,
instead support the cable in the horizontal cable
management, then route it to the side for
placement into the vertical cable management.
Th I/O cabl for th pc board s nsor strip should
b support d to pr v nt str ss on th pins of th
s nsor strip.
R f r to th instructions includ d with th
AMP NETCONNECT patch pan l for th
t rmination proc dur for discr t wir .
3.10.Run t e Port Diagnostic Test
The Port Diagnostic Test checks the I/O expansion
cards for shorts in the I/O cable and sensor strip of
the patch panel.
Patch cords MUST NOT b conn ct d wh n
running this t st; oth rwis , th t st will fail.
1. Press the INFO button under the LCD.
2. When the Debug Menu becomes available, the
LCD will display: “Press Up/Down for Menu, Enter
to Select.” Press ENTER to select “Selection #1.”
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button to select
the chassis (analyzer) that contains the I/O
expansion card, then press ENTER. Press the UP
or DOWN arrow button to select the I/O expansion
card or press the RIGHT arrow button until “Scan
All” displays. Press ENTER.
4. Press the LEFT arrow button to “quit” the test.
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5. DO NOT proceed to the next step until this test
is successful.
3.11. Run the System Pen Test
The System Pen Test checks continuity from each
sensor pad back to the analyzer.
1. Press the INFO button under the LCD.
2. When the Debug Menu becomes available, the
LCD will display: “Press Up/Down for Menu, Enter
to Select.” Press ENTER to select “Selection #4.”
3. While holding down the button on the sensor
pen, touch the sensor pen to the sensor pad for
each port, and verify the following:
— the green light on the pen lights (indicates that
there is continuity back to the analyzer)
— the port identity for the analyzer will display:
“Pen:Chassis:Card:Port”
— the port identity displayed on the LCD is in the
proper sequence
4. Press the UP arrow button to “quit” the test.
5. DO NOT proceed to the next step until this test
is successful.
3.12.Connect the Patch Cords
— ONLY use AMPTRAC patch cords between
enabled ports.
— the minimum bend radius of the patch cord must
be four times the diameter of the cable
— the first bend of the patch cord must not occur
within 50.8 mm [2 in.] of the port (see Figure 6)
Figure 6
Checking Cable Bend Radius of Patch Cord
3.13.Run the Field Test
The Field Test checks the internal functionality of the
I/O expansion cards. This test can be performed with
or without installed patch cords.
1. Press the INFO button under the LCD.
2. When the Debug Menu becomes available, the
LCD will display: “Press Up/Down for Menu, Enter
to Select.” Press ENTER to select “Selection #3.”
3. Press the LEFT or RIGHT arrow button to select
the chassis (analyzer) that contains the I/O
expansion card, then press ENTER. Press the UP
or DOWN arrow button to select the I/O expansion
card or press the RIGHT arrow button until “Scan
All” displays. Press ENTER.
If a patch cord is connected between an enab ed
port with a sensor pad and a grounded (meta )
enab ed device without a sensor pad, the port wi
short to ground and cause a port error. A port
error may be an indication of a grounding
prob em. If this occurs, rep ace the AMPTRAC
patch cord with a standard patch cord or iso ate
the pin from the ground pane using a
non-conductive materia .
4. Press the LEFT arrow button to “quit” the test.
4. FIRMWARE INSTALLATION
4.1. Install the Firmware UpClient So tware
1. If an agent is connected to the analyzer to be
upgraded, disconnect the agent.
2. Verify that the analyzer is connected to the
system and that it is powered on.
3. Using the LCD, put the analyzer in the upgrade
firmward mode.
4. Locate the UpClient.exe application on the
installation software.
5. Copy the UpClient2.008 folder to the computer
(C:\UpClient2.008).
6. Open the command window (Start/Run/comd).
7. Navigate to the UpClient directory (cd UpClient).
8. Type: UpClient, and type the IP address and
analyzer serial number using the following format.
For example:
UpClient(space)192.16.5.4.(space)A04001234000
9. Press ENTER.
The upgrade takes one or two minutes. When the
upgrade is comp ete, the LCD wi disp ay:
Upgrade Succeeded!".
10. Locate the Logs.txt file in the UpClient
directory.
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11. Electronically mail (email) the Logs.txt file to
[email protected] . iTRACS Support will
authenticate the analyzer according to the
information in the file, then send an authentication
notice by email.
12.
After the upgrade is performed, copy the
Logs.txt file to a disk, then remove the file from the
UpClient folder.
4.2. Create the Firmware File
A unique Firmware file must be created for each
analyzer before it can communicate with the iTRACS
software.
— a Firmware folder is created when the Firmware
UpClient software is installed
Proceed as follows:
Informa ion for each analyzer mus be
documen ed on he iTRACS Firmware Download
Si e BEFORE downloading any firmware file.
1. Go to: http://firmware.itracs.com .
2. Click on: iTRACS (latest revision) Firmware
Download Site
3. Enter the requested information.
A. Download the Firmware File
ALL Firmware files mus be downloaded
BEFORE any license files can be downloaded.
1. Right click on: Firmware.dat (the firmware link
that was generated).
2. Select: Save Target As.
3. Click on: Save In (drop–down window).
4. Type: C:\Program Files\iTRACS Corp\iTRACS
7\Firmware
— the Firmware file(s) for each analyzer must be
installed in the Firmware folder within the
iTRACS Corp\iTRACS 7 folder
5. Click on: Save As Type.
Select: All Files.
6. Click on: Save.
7. Click on: Close.
8. To download another Firmware file for another
analyzer, click on: Stage 1.
9. After all Firmware files are downloaded, click on:
Stage 3.
— always keep a copy of the Firmware files in a
folder outside of the iTRACS Corp folder
B. Download the License File
The License file MUST be downloaded af er ALL
Firmware files have been downloaded.
1. Right click on: License.dat (the license file that
was generated).
2. Select: Save Target As.
3. Click on: Save In (drop–down window).
4. Type: C:\Program Files\iTRACS Corp\iTRACS
7\Firmware
5. Click on: Save.
6. Click on: Close (to close the Download
Complete window).
7. Click on: X (to close the Firmware Download
site).
8. Save the License folder under the Firmware
folder.
— the License folder must be saved
before the
Firmware can be installed onto the analyzer
4.3. Load the Firmware onto the Analyzer(s)
The unique Firmware file created for each analyzer
must be loaded onto the analyzer. Proceed as
follows:
1. Activate the iTRACS database on the server
computer.
2. Power ON all analyzers requiring Firmware.
3. From the Main Menu, select: File, Configure,
Agents.
4. Select the agent that contains the analyzer(s)
requiring Firmware.
5. Click on: Configure.
6. From the Configure Analyzer Agent window,
click on: Add.
7. Type the IP address and analyzer description.
Select the type of link class, and click: Close.
8. From the Configure Analyzer Agent window,
highlight the analyzer service, and click: Reset.
9. After the program confirms the reset, click: OK.
Click: Yes (the Firmware will automatically update
any new analyzer).
5. ORDERING INFORMA ION
Order items through your representative, or call
1–800–526–5142, or send a facsimile of your
purchase order to 717–986–7605, or write to:
CUSTOMER SERVICE (038–035)
TYCO ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
PO BOX 3608
HARRISBURG PA 17105–3608
6. REVISION SUMMARY
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