ZyXEL Communications AAM1212 User manual

AAM1212
ADSL2+ Module over POTS in the IP DSLAM
User’s Guide
Version 3.50
9/2005

AAM1212 User’s Guide
Copyright 1
Copyright
Copyright © 2005 by ZyXEL Communications Corporation.
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Disclaimer
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described herein. Neither does it convey any license under its patent rights nor the patent rights of others.
ZyXEL further reserves the right to make changes in any products described herein without notice. This
publication is subject to change without notice.

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2 Interference Statements and Warnings
Interference Statements and
Warnings
FCC Statement
This switch complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1This switch may not cause harmful interference.
2This switch must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operations.
FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital switch, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference 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.
CE Mark Warning:
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.
Taiwanese BSMI (Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection) A Warning:
Certifications
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3Select the certification you wish to view from this page.
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Interference Statements and Warnings 3
Safety Warnings
For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions.
• To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG (American Wire Gauge) or larger telecommunication
line cord.
• Do NOT open the device or unit. Opening or removing covers can expose you to dangerous high
voltage points or other risks. ONLY qualified service personnel can service the device. Please contact
your vendor for further information.
• Use ONLY the dedicated power supply for your device. Connect the power cord or power adaptor to
the right supply voltage (110V AC in North America or 230V AC in Europe).
• Do NOT use the device if the power supply is damaged as it might cause electrocution.
• If the power supply is damaged, remove it from the power outlet.
• Do NOT attempt to repair the power supply. Contact your local vendor to order a new power supply.
• Place connecting cables carefully so that no one will step on them or stumble over them. Do NOT
allow anything to rest on the power cord and do NOT locate the product where anyone can walk on
the power cord.
• If you wall mount your device, make sure that no electrical, gas or water pipes will be damaged.
• Do NOT install nor use your device during a thunderstorm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
• Do NOT expose your device to dampness, dust or corrosive liquids.
• Do NOT use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
• Make sure to connect the cables to the correct ports.
• Do NOT obstruct the device ventilation slots, as insufficient airflow may harm your device.
• Do NOT store things on the device.
• Connect ONLY suitable accessories to the device.

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4ZyXEL Limited Warranty
ZyXEL Limited Warranty
ZyXEL warrants to the original end user (purchaser) that this product is free from any defects in materials
or workmanship for a period of up to two years from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, and
upon proof of purchase, should the product have indications of failure due to faulty workmanship and/or
materials, ZyXEL will, at its discretion, repair or replace the defective products or components without
charge for either parts or labor, and to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore the product or
components to proper operating condition. Any replacement will consist of a new or re-manufactured
functionally equivalent product of equal value, and will be solely at the discretion of ZyXEL. This
warranty shall not apply if the product is modified, misused, tampered with, damaged by an act of God, or
subjected to abnormal working conditions.
Note
Repair or replacement, as provided under this warranty, is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser. This
warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose. ZyXEL shall in no event be held liable for
indirect or consequential damages of any kind of character to the purchaser.
To obtain the services of this warranty, contact ZyXEL's Service Center for your Return Material
Authorization number (RMA). Products must be returned Postage Prepaid. It is recommended that the unit
be insured when shipped. Any returned products without proof of purchase or those with an out-dated
warranty will be repaired or replaced (at the discretion of ZyXEL) and the customer will be billed for parts
and labor. All repaired or replaced products will be shipped by ZyXEL to the corresponding return address,
Postage Paid. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary
from country to country.

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Customer Support 5
Customer Support
Please have the following information ready when you contact customer support.
• Product model and serial number.
• Warranty Information.
• Date that you received your device.
• Brief description of the problem and the steps you took to solve it.
METHOD
LOCATION
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6Customer Support
UNITED KINGDOM
[email protected] [phone]
08707 555779 (UK only)
www.zyxel.co.uk ZyXEL Communications UK
Ltd.,11, The Courtyard,
Eastern Road, Bracknell,
Berkshire, RG12 2XB,
United Kingdom (UK)
[email protected] [phone] ftp.zyxel.co.uk
* “+” is the (prefix) number you enter to make an international telephone call.
METHOD
LOCATION
SUPPORT E-MAIL TELEPHONE* WEB SITE
REGULAR MAIL
SALES E-MAIL FAX FTP SITE

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Table of Contents
Copyright .................................................................................................................. 1
Interference Statements and Warnings.................................................................. 2
ZyXEL Limited Warranty.......................................................................................... 4
Customer Support.................................................................................................... 5
Preface .................................................................................................................... 27
Chapter 1
Getting to Know Your AAM1212 ........................................................................... 29
1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................29
1.2 System Description ............................................................................................29
1.3 Applications ........................................................................................................32
1.3.1 MTU Application .......................................................................................32
1.3.2 Curbside Application .................................................................................33
Chapter 2
Removing and Installing the AAM ........................................................................ 35
2.1 Removing the AAM ............................................................................................35
2.2 Installing the AAM ..............................................................................................36
Chapter 3
Hardware Connections .......................................................................................... 37
3.1 Front Panel .........................................................................................................37
3.1.1 Front Panel Ports ......................................................................................37
3.1.2 Front Panel LEDs .....................................................................................37
3.1.3 Console Port ............................................................................................38
3.1.3.1 Default Ethernet Settings ................................................................38
3.1.4 LAN Port (Ethernet) Connection ...............................................................38
3.1.5 Notes About MDFs (Main Distribution Frames) ........................................39
3.1.6 Telco-50 Cables ........................................................................................40
3.1.7 Telco-50 Connections ...............................................................................41
3.1.8 ADSL Connections ...................................................................................41
3.1.9 Typical MDF Scenarios .............................................................................42
3.1.9.1 Installation Scenario A .....................................................................42

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3.1.9.2 Installation Scenario B .....................................................................43
3.1.9.3 Installation Scenario C ....................................................................46
Chapter 4
Web Configurator Introduction ............................................................................. 49
4.1 Web Configurator Overview ...............................................................................49
4.2 Accessing the Web Configurator ........................................................................49
4.2.1 Password ..................................................................................................49
4.3 Home Screen .....................................................................................................50
4.4 Saving Your Configuration ..................................................................................53
4.5 Changing Your Password ...................................................................................53
4.6 Logging Out of the Web Configurator ...............................................................53
Chapter 5
Initial Configuration ............................................................................................... 55
5.1 Initial Configuration Overview ............................................................................55
5.2 Initial Configuration ............................................................................................55
5.3 Default Settings ..................................................................................................60
Chapter 6
Home and Port Statistics Screens........................................................................ 63
6.1 Home and Port Statistics Screens Overview ......................................................63
6.2 Home Screen .....................................................................................................63
6.2.1 Ethernet Port Statistics .............................................................................64
6.2.2 ADSL Port Statistics ..................................................................................67
Chapter 7
Basic Setting Screens ........................................................................................... 71
7.1 Basic Setting Screens Overview ........................................................................71
7.2 System Information ............................................................................................71
7.3 General Setup ....................................................................................................73
7.4 IGMP Snooping ..................................................................................................75
7.5 Switch Modes .....................................................................................................75
7.5.1 Standalone Switch Mode ..........................................................................75
7.5.2 Port Isolation with Standalone Switch Mode Example ..............................76
7.5.3 Daisychain Switch Mode ...........................................................................77
7.5.4 Port Isolation with Daisychain Switch Mode Example ..............................77
7.6 Switch Setup Screen ..........................................................................................78
7.7 IP Setup .............................................................................................................80
7.8 ENET Port Setup ................................................................................................80

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Chapter 8
ADSL Port Setup .................................................................................................... 83
8.1 ADSL Standards Overview .................................................................................83
8.2 Downstream and Upstream ...............................................................................83
8.3 Profiles ...............................................................................................................83
8.4 Interleave Delay .................................................................................................84
8.4.1 Fast Mode .................................................................................................84
8.5 Configured Versus Actual Rate ..........................................................................84
8.6 Default Settings ..................................................................................................85
8.7 xDSL Port Setup ................................................................................................85
8.7.1 xDSL Port Setting .....................................................................................87
8.8 Virtual Channels .................................................................................................88
8.8.1 Super Channel ..........................................................................................89
8.8.2 LLC ...........................................................................................................89
8.8.3 VC Mux .....................................................................................................89
8.8.4 Virtual Channel Profile ..............................................................................89
8.9 VC Setup Screen ...............................................................................................90
8.10 Port Profile Screen ...........................................................................................93
8.11 ATM QoS ..........................................................................................................96
8.12 Traffic Shaping .................................................................................................96
8.12.1 ATM Traffic Classes ................................................................................96
8.12.1.1 Constant Bit Rate (CBR) ...............................................................96
8.12.1.2 Variable Bit Rate (VBR) .................................................................96
8.12.1.3 Unspecified Bit Rate (UBR) ...........................................................97
8.12.2 Traffic Parameters ..................................................................................97
8.12.2.1 Peak Cell Rate (PCR) ...................................................................97
8.12.2.2 Sustained Cell Rate (SCR) ............................................................97
8.12.2.3 Maximum Burst Size (MBS) ..........................................................97
8.12.2.4 Minimum Cell Rate (MCR) ............................................................97
8.12.2.5 Cell Delay Variation Tolerance (CDVT) .........................................98
8.12.2.6 Burst Tolerance (BT) .....................................................................98
8.12.2.7 Theoretical Arrival Time (TAT) .......................................................98
8.13 VC Profile Screen .............................................................................................99
8.14 Alarm Profile Screen ......................................................................................100
8.15 IGMP Filter Profile Screen .............................................................................102
8.16 Line Rate Information .....................................................................................104
8.17 Line Performance ...........................................................................................106
8.17.1 Line Data ..............................................................................................107
Chapter 9
VLAN ......................................................................................................................111
9.1 Introduction to VLANs ...................................................................................... 111
9.2 Introduction to IEEE 802.1Q Tagged VLAN .................................................. 111