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  • Page 2 ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET 6E233-49 Title Page SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Module User’s Guide 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48...
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  • Page 4 NOTICE Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made. The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 5 FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 6 BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT, CAREFULLY READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. This document is an agreement (“Agreement”) between You, the end user, and Cabletron Systems, Inc. (“Cabletron”) that sets forth your rights and obligations with respect to the Cabletron software program (“Program”) in the package.
  • Page 7 If the Program is exported from the United States pursuant to the License Exception TSR under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, in addition to the restriction on transfer set forth in Sections 1 or 2 of this Agreement, You agree not to (i) reexport or release the Program, the source code for the Program or technology to a national of a country in Country Groups D:1 or E:2 (Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cuba, Estonia, Georgia, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Libya, Lithuania, Moldova, North Korea, the People’s Republic of China, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, or such other countries as may be...
  • Page 8 BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT, CAREFULLY READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. This document is an agreement (“Agreement”) between You, the end user, and Cabletron Systems Sales and Service, Inc. (“Cabletron”) that sets forth your rights and obligations with respect to the Cabletron software program (“Program”) in the package.
  • Page 9 UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The enclosed Product (i) was developed solely at private expense; (ii) contains “restricted computer software” submitted with restricted rights in accordance with section 52.227-19 (a) through (d) of the Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights Clause and its successors, and (iii) in all respects is proprietary data belonging to Cabletron and/or its suppliers.
  • Page 10 BEFORE OPENING OR UTILIZING THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT, CAREFULLY READ THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. This document is an agreement (“Agreement”) between You, the end user, and Cabletron Systems Limited (“Cabletron”) that sets forth your rights and obligations with respect to the Cabletron software program (“Program”) in the package.
  • Page 11 If the Program is exported from the United States pursuant to the License Exception TSR under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, in addition to the restriction on transfer set forth in Sections 1 or 2 of this Agreement, You agree not to (i) reexport or release the Program, the source code for the Program or technology to a national of a country in Country Groups D:1 or E:2 (Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Cuba, Estonia, Georgia, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Libya, Lithuania, Moldova, North Korea, the People’s Republic of China, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, or such other countries as may be...
  • Page 12 SAFETY INFORMATION CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS THE GPIM-01 AND GPIM-09 GIGABIT ETHERNET MODULES USE CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS. READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THESE MODULES. The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to maintain Class 1 operation limits. This control loop eliminates the need for maintenance checks or adjustments.
  • Page 13 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC Manufacturer’s Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: 35 Industrial Way PO Box 5005 Rochester, NH 03867 European Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari European Representative Address: Cabletron Systems Limited Nexus House, Newbury Business Park...

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Contents Figures..........................xiii Tables ..........................xiv ABOUT THIS GUIDE Using This Guide......................xv Structure of This Guide ....................xvi Related Documents...................... xvii INTRODUCTION Overview ......................1-1 1.1.1 Connectivity ..................1-3 1.1.2 Auto-Negotiation ................1-3 1.1.3 Runtime IP Address Discovery ............1-3 1.1.4 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet............
  • Page 15 NETWORK REQUIREMENTS SmartTrunk...................... 2-1 10BASE-T Network ..................2-1 INSTALLATION Required Tools....................3-1 Unpacking the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch ............3-1 Installing Options..................... 3-2 Installing the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch into the 6C105 Chassis ......3-2 Connecting to the Network................3-5 Completing the Installation................3-8 TROUBLESHOOTING Using LANVIEW....................

  • Page 16: Figures

    Figures Figure Page The 6E233-49 SmartSwitch .................... 1-2 Installing an Interface Module ..................3-4 Straight Cable Connection ....................3-6 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter..............3-7 LANVIEW LEDs ......................4-2 RESET Button ....................... 4-10 Module Mode Switch Location/Component Layout ............B-2 SIMM Slot Locations .......................B-3 Installing the DRAM......................B-4 HSIM Connector Location ....................B-5...
  • Page 17 Tables Table Page Contents of 6E233-49 SmartSwitch Carton..............3-2 LANVIEW LEDs CPU, Receive, and Transmit Status..........4-3 Fault Identification ......................4-5 Power System Troubleshooting..................4-6 Firmware Troubleshooting...................4-7 Management System Troubleshooting................4-8 Device Setup Troubleshooting ..................4-9 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...

  • Page 18: About This Guide

    About This Guide Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6E233-49 SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Module User’s Guide. This guide describes the SmartSwitch module and provides information concerning network requirements, installation, and troubleshooting. For information about how to use Local Management to configure and manage the SmartSwitch series, refer to the SmartSwitch Series 6H202, 6H203, 6H252, 6H253, 6H258, 6H259, 6H262, 6E233, and 6E253 Local Management User’s Guide.

  • Page 19: Structure Of This Guide

    Structure of This Guide STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE This guide is organized as follows: Chapter 1, Introduction, outlines the contents of this manual, describes the features of the SmartSwitch module, and provides instructions for getting additional help. This chapter also includes a list of technology and user guides that may help the user to set up and manage the SmartSwitch module.

  • Page 20: Related Documents

    World Wide Web in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) at the following site: http://www.cabletron.com/ All documentation for Cabletron Systems SecureFast VLAN Manager software can be NOTE found on the VLAN Manager CD-ROM.
  • Page 21 Related Documents DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be NOTE of special importance. Tip symbol. Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions. Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.

  • Page 22: Introduction

    Figure 1-1, is an Ethernet interface module for the Cabletron Systems 6C105 chassis. The 6E233-49 has 48 switched ports via four RJ21 connectors, and 1 slot for an optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM). The 6E233-49 SmartSwitch can be used to connect individual high-bandwidth user devices, such as workstations, or to provide a central switching point for multiple 10 Mbps Ethernet segments.
  • Page 23 Overview ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET Button RESET COM Port 48 Ports (10 Mbps) 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 HSIM Receive (RX) 21 22 23 24 Slot Transmit (TX) 25 26 27 28 LEDs 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38...

  • Page 24: Connectivity

    Overview 1.1.1 Connectivity The 6E233-49 SmartSwitch connects to Ethernet networks or workstations through the four RJ21 connectors on the front panel. These ports support Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cables with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms at lengths up to 100 meters. These ports are IEEE 802.3u 10BASE-TX compliant.

  • Page 25: Full Duplex Switched Ethernet

    Alarms, Events and History. These groups are enabled on all ports by default. Cabletron Systems RMON Actions is a vendor-specific extension of RMON and provides the ability to set an “Action” on any SNMP MIB variable. The Action can be triggered by any RMON Event and/or Alarm.

  • Page 26: Port/Vlan Redirect Functions

    Overview 1.1.8 Port/VLAN Redirect Functions The port redirect function, also referred to as “Port Mirroring,” is a troubleshooting tool used to map traffic from a single source port to a single destination port within the device. This feature allows frames, including those with errors to be copied and sent to an analyzer or RMON probe. The analyzer or RMON probe will see the data as if it were directly connected to the LAN segment of the source port.

  • Page 27: Garp Switch Operation

    Overview 1.1.10 GARP Switch Operation Some or all ports on the switch may be activated to operate under the Generic Attribute Registration Protocol (GARP) applications, GARP VLAN Registration Protocol (GVRP) and/or GARP Multicast Registration Protocol (GMRP). GARP is a protocol, or set of rules, that outlines a mechanism for propagating the port state and/or user information throughout a bridged LAN to keep track of users and VLANs on the network fabric.

  • Page 28: Distributed Chassis Management

    RFC 1213 (MIB II), RFC 1757 (RMON), RFC 1493 (Bridge MIB), RFC 1354 (FIB MIB) and RFC 1190 (Path MTU Discovery). A full suite of Cabletron Systems Enterprise MIBs provide a wide array of statistical information to enhance troubleshooting. For information on how to extract and compile individual MIBs, contact Cabletron Systems.

  • Page 29: Getting Help

    Getting Help GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact Cabletron Systems using one of the following methods: World Wide Web http://www.cabletron.com/ Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@cabletron.com ftp://ftp.cabletron.com/ Login anonymous your email address Password To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@cabletron.com...

  • Page 30: Network Requirements

    NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE in the following sections can be found on the Cabletron Systems World Wide Web site: http://www.cabletron.com/ SmartTrunk To connect the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch to a network so it can take advantage of the SmartTrunk feature, there are certain rules concerning port connections and configurations that must be followed for proper operation.
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  • Page 32: Required Tools

    Installation Only qualified personnel should install the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch. Important Notice Depending on the firmware version used in the SmartSwitch, some features described in this document may not be supported. Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the SmartSwitch to determine which features are supported.

  • Page 33: Installing Options

    Installing Options Table 3-1 Contents of 6E233-49 SmartSwitch Carton Item Quantity 2H252-25 Antistatic Wrist Strap RJ21 Adapter/Extender Release Notes Manual Accessory Kit INSTALLING OPTIONS If the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch is to be installed with an optional HSIM, refer to the installation instructions shipped with the HSIM.
  • Page 34 Remove the module from the plastic bag. (Save the bag in the event the module must be reshipped.) Observe all precautions to prevent damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Examine the module for damage. If any damage exists, DO NOT install the module. Immediately contact Cabletron Systems. Refer to Section 1.2.
  • Page 35 Installing the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch into the 6C105 Chassis Slot Number Plastic Locking Tab Backplane Connector ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38...

  • Page 36: Connecting To The Network

    Connecting to the Network CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting unshielded twisted pair (UTP) segments to the modules. If the device is being installed in a network using SmartTrunking, there are rules NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE concerning the cable connections and port configurations that must be followed for SmartTrunking to operate properly.
  • Page 37 Connecting to the Network ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET Screw RJ21 Screw Port 1 LED 10 11 12 2693_07 Figure 3-2 Straight Cable Connection Installation Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 38 Figure 3-3 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter Tighten the two screws on the RJ21 straight cable connector or RJ21 angle adapter, as applicable, to secure it to the device. The cable pinouts for a 25-pair cable (RJ21) can be found in the Cabletron Systems NOTE NOTE...

  • Page 39: Completing The Installation

    Check that the twisted pair connection meets the dB loss and cable specifications outlined Chapter If a link is not established, contact Cabletron Systems. Refer to Section 1.2 for details. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until all connections are made.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Using the RESET button (Section 4.3) USING LANVIEW The 6E233-49 SmartSwitch uses Cabletron Systems’ built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW. The LANVIEW LEDs (Figure 4-1) allow quick observation of the network status to aid in diagnosing network problems. Refer to...
  • Page 41 Using LANVIEW ETHERNET 6E233-49 RESET CPU LED 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 2693_09 Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs...
  • Page 42 Blinking. Hardware failure Contact Cabletron Systems. has occurred. Solid. Resetting, normal If the LED remains red for several power up reset. minutes, contact Cabletron Systems. Amber Blinking. Crippled. Contact Cabletron Systems. Solid. Testing. If the LED remains amber for several minutes, contact Cabletron Systems.
  • Page 43 The Local seconds indicating BPDUs Management User’s Guide describes being sent if STA is enabled how to enable the STA. and there is a valid link. 2. Contact Cabletron Systems. Green Flashing. Indicates activity. None. Rate indicates data rate. Amber Blinking.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Checklist

    2. If the problem continues after pressing the RESET button, refer Section B.1 for instructions on forcing a BootP image download. 3. Contact Cabletron Systems if the problem continues. Troubleshooting Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 45 2. Install the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch in the known good slot. power converter. 3. If the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch does not function, there may be a fault in the onboard power converter. Contact Cabletron Systems immediately. Troubleshooting Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 46 Refer to Section B.1 for instructions on how to force a download of a new firmware image. 2. Contact Cabletron Systems if the problem continues. Troubleshooting Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 47 Troubleshooting Checklist Table 4-5 Management System Troubleshooting Possible Causes Instruction Cannot access Local 1. Firmware image fault - refer to Table 4-4. Management. 2. Management system fault - refer to Table 4-5. Cannot contact device 1. Management System fault - refer to Table 4-5.
  • Page 48 Local Management User’s Guide for instructions on sometime before either configuring the device through Local Management. cycling power or pressing 2. Call Cabletron Systems if the problem continues. the RESET button, causing the user-entered parameters to reset to factory default settings.

  • Page 49: Using The Reset Button

    Using the RESET Button USING THE RESET BUTTON The RESET button, located near the upper plastic locking tab of the module (refer to Figure 4-2), resets the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch processor without affecting the NVRAM. Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current switching being performed by the module is halted.

  • Page 50: Module Specifications

    Specifications This appendix provides operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems 6E233-49 SmartSwitch Interface Module. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. MODULE SPECIFICATIONS Processor: Intel i960 RISC processor Power PC Dynamic Random Access...

  • Page 51: Input/Output Ports

    Input/Output Ports INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS 6E233-49 Specifications Ports 1 through 48: Ethernet (10BASE-T compliant) through four RJ21 type connectors. Slot for optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM): Slot accepts optional HSIMs that provide a variety of physical cabling types. COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS.

  • Page 52: Optional Installations And Mode Switch Bank Settings

    Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings This appendix covers the following items: • Required tools (Section B.1) • Locations, functions, and settings for the mode switches (Section B.2) • Installing the SIMM (Section B.3) • Installing HSIMs (Section B.4) REQUIRED TOOLS You need the following tools to perform the procedures provided in this appendix: •...

  • Page 53: Setting The Mode Switches

    Figure B-1 Module Mode Switch Location/Component Layout Switch definitions and positions are as follows: • Switches 1 through 4 – For Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 5 – COM Port Autobaud. The default (OFF) position enables Autobaud sensing on the COM port for Local Management sessions.

  • Page 54: Simm Upgrade

    Memory upgrade is available for the 6E233-49 SmartSwitch module to expand the DRAM to 32 MB. This section explains how to locate and add/replace a Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM). For information on the available SIMM upgrades, contact Cabletron Systems. For details on getting help, refer to Section 1.2.

  • Page 55: Installing The Dram Simm

    SIMM Upgrade B.3.2 Installing the DRAM SIMM Observe all antistatic precautions when handling sensitive electronic equipment. CAUTION To install a DRAM SIMM, refer to Figure B-3 and proceed as follows: With the SIMM alignment notch oriented as shown in Figure B-3, insert the SIMM down between the connector teeth.

  • Page 56: Installing Optional High Speed Interface Modules

    Installing Optional High Speed Interface Modules INSTALLING OPTIONAL HIGH SPEED INTERFACE MODULES Figure B-4 shows the location of the connector for an optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM). Refer to the installation instructions for the optional HSIM in the associated user’s guide. NOTE NOTE NOTE...
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  • Page 58: Index

    Index Numerics 10BASE-T Memory requirements upgrading Cable specifications Physical properties 100BASE-T network Port Redirect Function, introduction to COM port pin assignments Connecting to the network Redirect functions port and VLAN, introduction to Related documents xvii Documents, related xvii RESET button 4-10 Environmental requirements Safety...
  • Page 59 Troubleshooting checklist Unpacking VLAN Redirect Function, introduction to Index-2 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 60 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...

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