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Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide
Release 3.1
May 2007
Americas Headquarters
Cisco Systems, Inc.
170 West Tasman Drive
San Jose, CA 95134-1706
USA
http://www.cisco.com
Tel: 408 526-4000
800 553-NETS (6387)
Fax: 408 527-0883
Customer Order Number:
Text Part Number: OL-7820-06

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  • Page 1 Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide Release 3.1 May 2007 Americas Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 527-0883 Customer Order Number: Text Part Number: OL-7820-06...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Rack-Mount the SCE 2000 C H A P T E R The SCE 2000 Mounting Brackets Attach the Brackets to the SCE 2000 Installing the Crossrail Supports (Four-post rack only) Assemble the Crossrail Supports Attach the Crossrail Supports to the Rack...
  • Page 4 Completing the Installation C H A P T E R Examining the LEDs Final Tests Verifying Operational Status Example: Viewing the User Log Counters EXAMPLE: Viewing Configuration Saving the Configuration Settings Examples Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 5 View Current Connection Mode View Current Link Mode View Current Link Mappings Troubleshoot Startup Problems C H A P T E R SCE 2000 Operational Status Identifying Startup Problems CLI Commands for Troubleshooting Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 6 Contents Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Prepare For Installation

    Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Before beginning the installation of the SCE 2000, read the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Service Control Engine document.
  • Page 8: Tools And Parts

    Locate and have accessible the Site Log for recording information about this installation. • Tools and Parts Use the following list of tools and parts as a checklist for preparing for installing the SCE 2000 platform: Appropriate cables to connect the SCE 2000 to the network and console terminal •...
  • Page 9: Workbench Or Tabletop Installation

    An adequate chassis ground (earth) connection exists for the SCE 2000 platform. • The SCE 2000 platform has at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clearance at each side and at least 5 inches (12.7 cm) of clearance at the rear to allow proper air flow.
  • Page 10 Chapter 1 Prepare for Installation Workbench or Tabletop Installation Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Rack-Mount The Sce 2000

    C H A P T E R Rack-Mount the SCE 2000 This section provides information for rack-mounting the SCE 2000 platform. The SCE 2000 Mounting Brackets • Attach the Brackets to the SCE 2000 • • Installing the Crossrail Supports (Four-post rack only) •...
  • Page 12: Attach The Brackets To The Sce 2000

    Figure 2-2 The SCE 2000 mounts to the two front rack posts with brackets that attach to the front of the SCE 2000 The inside width between the two posts or mounting strips (left and right) must be at least 17.3 inches (44 cm).
  • Page 13: Installing The Crossrail Supports (Four-Post Rack Only)

    To install the rack-mount brackets on the SCE 2000 chassis, complete the following steps: Before installing the SCE 2000 in the rack, you must first install a rack-mount bracket on each side of the front of the SCE 2000 .
  • Page 14: Attach The Crossrail Supports To The Rack

    Mount the System to the Rack Figure 2-5 Assembling the Slider Brackets Make sure that they are oriented so that both crossrails will support the SCE 2000 when they are attached Step 2 to the rack. Attach the Crossrail Supports to the Rack Step 1 Align the crossrail supports with the side of the rack, parallel to the floor.
  • Page 15 GBE -2 SUB LINE /CA SCA DE Position the SCE 2000 so that the front end is closest to you, and lift it carefully to place it into the rack. Step 2 To prevent injury, avoid sudden twists or moves.
  • Page 16 For each bracket, insert and tighten two appropriate screws to the rack. Step 5 Note Since the brackets support the weight of the entire SCE 2000 chassis, be sure to use all four screws to fasten the two rack-mount brackets to the rack posts. Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 17: Chapter 3 Connect The Power Supply Units

    C H A P T E R Connect the Power Supply Units This section provides information for grounding the SCE 2000 platform and connecting the AC or DC power supply units. Connect the Chassis Ground • Connecting the Power •...
  • Page 18: Connecting The Power

    PO W ER B PO W ER A A Grounding kit is provided with each SCE 2000 . Use this Grounding kit to properly ground the SCE 2000 chassis. When installing the unit, the chassis ground connection must always be made first and disconnected last.
  • Page 19: Connect The Dc-Input Power Supply Unit

    Step 4 Connect the DC power line input leads to the DC power source through a fast 10A circuit breaker. Step 5 Turn the on/off switch to the on position. Step 6 Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 20: Connect The Ac-Input Power Supply Unit

    Plug the AC-input power cable into the AC-input power receptacle on the AC-input power supply Step 1 For AC-input power, we recommend powering the SCE 2000 platform from a 120 VAC, 15A receptacle U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) at the power source.
  • Page 21: Chapter 4 Connect The Management Interfaces And Perform Initial System Configuration

    E/C AS CA DE NE T You must first connect the unit to a local console and configure the initial settings for the SCE 2000 to support remote management. When the initial connection is established, the setup utility will run automatically, prompting you to perform the initial system configuration.
  • Page 22: Perform The Initial System Configuration

    No flow control • The above SCE 2000 port parameters are fixed and are not configurable. Plug the RS-232 serial cable provided with the SCE 2000 into the CON port on the front panel of the Step 1 SCE 2000.
  • Page 23: The Setup Command

    For further information regarding any configuration step or specific parameter, refer to the relevant Note section in the Cisco Service Control Engine (SCE) Software Configuration Guide . Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 24: Setup Command Parameters

    Subnet mask of the SCE 2000 . default gateway Default gateway. hostname Character string used to identify the SCE 2000 . Maximum 20 characters. admin password Admin level password. Character string from 4-100 characters beginning with an alpha character.
  • Page 25 If this is a cascaded topology, is this SCE 2000 the primary or secondary SCE 2000 ? (cascade topology only) Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 26: Example

    (inline connection mode only) Admin status of the SCE 2000 after abnormal boot After a reboot due to a failure, should the SCE 2000 remain in a Failure status or move to...
  • Page 27: Example

    Enter IP address of default gateway [10.1.1.3]: Step 2: Configuring the Hostname The hostname is used to identify the SCE 2000. It appears as part of the CLI prompt and is also returned as the value of the MIB-II object sysName.
  • Page 28: Example

    Passwords are needed for all authorization levels in order to prevent unauthorized users from accessing Note the SCE 2000. Admin level should be used by the network administrator. Root level is for use by Cisco technician. Passwords must meet the following criteria: Minimum length —...
  • Page 29: Step 4: Configuring Time Settings

    Step 3 Specify the offset from UTC. Type the minutes offset from UTC and press Enter. Enter time zone minutes offset from UTC: 60 Confirm the local time and date. Step 4 Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 30: Example

    Enable SNTP broadcast client? [no]: y Enter time interval in seconds between unicast updates [900]: Would you like to configure SNTP unicast servers? [no]: y Enter IP address or hostname of SNTP unicast server: 10.1.1.1 Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide 4-10 OL-7820-06...
  • Page 31: Step 5: Configuring The Dns Settings

    To exit the DNS settings dialog, press Enter. • To add another domain server, type y and press Enter. You are asked to enter the IP address of the next domain name server. Enter Secondary DNS IP address: Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide 4-11 OL-7820-06...
  • Page 32: Example

    Would you like to add another Name Server? [no]: Step 6: Configuring the RDR Formatter Destination The SCE 2000 passes Raw Data Records (RDRs) to an external collection system via the RDR-Formatter. In order for the data to reach the correct location, the IP address of the external collection system and its port number must be configured.
  • Page 33: Step 7: Configuring Access Control Lists (Acls)

    Order of Entries Configuring ACLs The SCE 2000 can be configured with Access Control Lists (ACLs), which are used to permit or deny incoming connections on any of the management interfaces. ACL #0 is a pre-defined list that permits access to all IP addresses.
  • Page 34 When all entries are added to one list, you are asked whether you would like to create another ACL. You may define up to 99 ACLs. Restrict IP access to the SCE 2000 by assigning the appropriate ACL. Restrict Telnet access to the SCE 2000 by assigning the appropriate ACL.
  • Page 35 You are now prompted to assign the desired ACLs to restrict IP and Telnet access. Step 9 Restrict IP access to the SCE 2000 by assigning the appropriate ACL. Type the number of the ACL to be assigned to IP access and press Enter.
  • Page 36: Examples

    Enter Telnet access-class [0]: 22 Step 8: Configuring SNMP Managing the SCE 2000 is possible also via a Network Management System (NMS) that supports SNMP. By default, SNMP is disabled on the SCE 2000. To enable SNMP management you must configure the following basic SNMP parameters: SNMP traps status and managers.
  • Page 37 Step 3 Configure the SNMP GET community. Type the SNMP GET community name and press Enter. The SNMP agent that resides inside the SCE 2000 will respond only to GET requests that use this community string. Enter SNMP GET community name: Note that there is no default for this parameter.
  • Page 38 Step 5 Configure the SNMP SET community. Type the SNMP SET community name and press Enter. The SNMP agent that resides inside the SCE 2000 will respond only to SET requests that use this community string. Enter SNMP SET community name: Note that there is no default for this parameter.
  • Page 39: Example

    Would you like to add another SNMP trap manager? [no]: Enable the ‘Authentication Failure’ trap [no]: y Enable SCE enterprise traps []: y Enter system administrator contact name []: John Smith Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide 4-19 OL-7820-06...
  • Page 40: Step 9: Configuring The Topology-Dependent Parameters

    • In a cascade deployment, the user must define which link is connected to which SCE 2000. The index must be different for each SCE 2000. In this case the user can choose one of the following: – Link-0 — the link connected to this SCE 2000 is identified as 0.
  • Page 41 Admin status after abnormal reboot — This parameter determines whether the SCE 2000 returns • to full operational mode after abnormal (not user-requested) boot, or stays in non-operational mode, in which the SCE 2000 behaves as in failure mode. This parameter can be set to one of the following: Operational –...
  • Page 42: Examples

    Following is a sample topology configuration for a non-redundant topology using an optical splitter, that is, a single SCE 2000 connected in receive-only connection mode, to one or two GBE links Would you like to enter the Topology configuration menu? [no]: y...
  • Page 43 Data collection for the system configuration is completed. EXAMPLE 3: Following is a sample topology configuration for a secondary SCE 2000 in a redundant inline topology. In this topology there are two SCE 2000s that are cascaded via the cascade GBE ports (ports 3 and 4).
  • Page 44: Step 10: Completing And Saving The Configuration

    View errors (if any). Apply and save the configuration. Confirm saving and applying the configuration. Save the configuration to a remote location. This completes the procedures for initial configuration of the SCE 2000 platform. DETAILED STEPS Step 1 Review the new configuration.
  • Page 45: Examples

    Enter. The system will ask for FTP path: Enter a full FTP path of the remote destination: This completes the procedures for initial configuration of the SCE 2000 platform. Step 6 The system informs you that the configuration is complete.
  • Page 46: Connect The Management Interface

    Note By default, the management port is configured to auto-negotiation enabled. The SCE 2000 has two management ports, labeled Mng1 and Mng 2. Use the Mng 1 port. SUMMARY STEPS Plug the Ethernet cable provided (with attached RJ-45 connector) into the Mng 1 port on the front panel of the SCE 2000.
  • Page 47: Example

    The Link LED on the SCE 2000 management port should light up. Step 3 Test connectivity. From the host that you intend to use for remote management, ping to the SCE 2000 by typing pingand the SCE 2000 IP address, and pressing Enter (see the example, below).
  • Page 48 Chapter 4 Connect the Management Interfaces and Perform Initial System Configuration Connect the Management Interface Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide 4-28 OL-7820-06...
  • Page 49: Chapter 5 Cable The Line Ports

    C H A P T E R Cable the Line Ports This section provides instructions for cabling the Gigabit Ethernet ports for both one and two SCE 2000 topologies, and for configuring Gigabit Ethernet (GBE) interface parameters. In a topology utilizing two SCE 2000s (cascade), this includes the cascade ports as well as the line ports.
  • Page 50: Single Link: Receive-Only Topology

    Either port 1 or port 3 is used for connecting to the network element that is deployed on the subscriber side of the SCE 2000 while port 2 or port 4 is used for connecting to the network element that is deployed on the network side of the SCE 2000.
  • Page 51: Dual Link: Single Sce 2000 Topologies

    Either port 1 or port 3 is used for connecting to the network element that is deployed on the subscriber side of the SCE 2000 while port 2 or port 4 is used for connecting to the network element that is deployed on the network side of the SCE 2000.
  • Page 52 Cisco SCE 2000 Series 4xGBE PWR A PWR B STATUS BYPASS LINK RX TX LINK RX TX LINK RX TX LINK RX GBE-1 GBE-2 LINE SUB LINE/CASCADE NET Network 1 Network 2 Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 53: Dual Link: Two Sce 2000S Topology

    SPAN-ports destinations. When two SCE 2000s are used, the first two ports in each SCE 2000 are connected to the links, while ports 3 and 4 are the cascade ports that are used for communicating between the two SCE 2000s as...
  • Page 54 Cisco SCE 2000 Series 4xGBE PWR A PWR B STATUS BYPASS LINK RX TX LINK RX TX LINK RX TX LINK RX GBE-1 GBE-2 LINE SUB LINE/CASCADE NET 2nd GBE link - Network side Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 55: Configuring Gigabitethernet Auto-Negotiation

    Configuring GigabitEthernet Auto-Negotiation By default, the SCE 2000 GBE line interface ports are configured with auto-negotiation disabled. Note Auto-negotiation must be disabled when the SCE 2000 is deployed via an external optical splitter (receive-only topology) Note If you change any parameters, you must save the new configuration settings. Type copy running-config...
  • Page 56 The following table presents the fiber specifications. The SCE 2000 may be ordered with either Multimode or Single Mode transceivers The transceiver type is indicated on the front panel under the ports. Note that both transceivers on any individual SCE 2000 are the same, either 850nm Multimode OR 1310nm Single Mode.
  • Page 57: Chapter 6 Completing The Installation

    In optical splitter topologies, the Rx LEDs are the sole indicators. The Tx LEDs do not “blink”, since the Tx is not connected to the port in this topology. Final Tests The procedures for performing the final tests to verify that the SCE 2000 is functioning properly are explained in the following sections. •...
  • Page 58: Example

    Chapter 6 Completing the Installation Viewing Configuration To display the operation status of the system, at the SCE 2000# prompt, type Step 1 show system and press Enter. operation-status A message displaying the operation status of the system appears. If the system is operating in order, the following message appears: System Operation status is Operational.
  • Page 59: Saving The Configuration Settings

    To view the running configuration, use the following command: At the SCE 2000# prompt, type show running-config. Step 1 The system shows the running configuration. SCE 2000#show running-config#This is a general configuration file (running-config). #Created on 15:50:56 December 2005 #cli-type 1...
  • Page 60: Examples

    Examples EXAMPLE 1: • EXAMPLE 2: • EXAMPLE 1: The following example shows the running configuration file. SCE 2000#show running-config#This is a general configuration file (running-config). #Created on 15:50:56 February 2006 #cli-type 1 #version 1 clock timezone CET 1 snmp-server community “public” ro snmp-server host 10.1.1.253 traps version 1 “public”...
  • Page 61 Chapter 6 Completing the Installation Saving the Configuration Settings EXAMPLE 2: The following example illustrates how to remove all DNS settings from the running configuration. SCE 2000(config)#no ip name-server SCE 2000(config)# Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 62 Chapter 6 Completing the Installation Saving the Configuration Settings Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 63: Chapter 7 Installing A Service Control Application

    • Advanced Configuration of the SCE Platform After you have installed your SCE 2000 platform hardware, checked all external connections, turned on the system power, allowed the system to boot up, and performed the initial system configuration, you are ready to install the Service Control application. However, before you install the application, you might need to perform more complex configurations, which are beyond the scope of this publication.
  • Page 64 Chapter 7 Installing a Service Control Application Loading and Activating a Service Control Application Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 65: Chapter 8 Installing A Cascaded System

    For more complete information,refer to the Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Installation and Configuration Guide . Refer to the Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE CLI Command Reference for details of the CLI commands . When working with two SCE 2000s with split-flow and redundancy, it is extremely important to follow this installation procedure.
  • Page 66: Configuring The Connection Mode

    Make sure that the link mode is as you required. Use the show interface linecard 0 link mode command. Connect the traffic port of SCE 2000 #1. This will cause a momentary down time until the network Step 8 elements from both sides of the SCE 2000 auto-negotiate with it and start working (when working inline).
  • Page 67: Examples

    Chapter 8 Installing a Cascaded System Link Mode From the SCE 2000 (config if)# prompt, type connection-mode Step 1 inline-cascade/receive-only-cascade[physically-connected-links {link-0/link-1}]}] [priority {primary/secondary}] [on-failure {bypass/cutoff}] and press Enter. Examples EXAMPLE 1 Use the following command to configure the primary SCE platform in a two-SCE platform inline topology.
  • Page 68: How To Monitor The System

    Since the SCE 1000 platform has only one link, the link is not specified. • • Since the SCE 2000 platforms have more than one link, it is required to specify the link. The link designations are different for the GBE and FE platforms, as follows: SCE 2000 4xGBE — GBE1-GBE2/GBE3-GBE4 –...
  • Page 69: View Current Link Mode

    From the SCE 2000# prompt, type and press Enter. Step 1 show interface linecard 0 link mode View Current Link Mappings Step 1 From the SCE 2000# prompt, type show interface linecard 0 physically-connected-links press Enter. Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 70 Chapter 8 Installing a Cascaded System How to Monitor the System Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 71: Chapter 9 Troubleshoot Startup Problems

    SCE 2000 Operational Status The following table lists the operational states of the SCE 2000 . The Status LED on the SCE 2000 Front Panel reflects the current SCE 2000 operational status. The operational status can be displayed using CLI command show system operation-status.
  • Page 72 Failure mode consequent to failure-induced reboot (this is configurable using CLI command) Depending on the cause Note of failure, the management interface and the platform configuration may or may not be active/available. Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 73: Identifying Startup Problems

    If the banner is displayed, but the Status LED is flashing orange, indicating a warning state, check the user log: At the prompt, type: more user log If any of the following warning messages appear, turn the SCE 2000 platform off and call technical • support. "voltage problem"...
  • Page 74 In good multicast packets: 0 In good broadcast packets: 0 In packets discarded: 0 In packets with CRC/Alignment error: 0 In undersized packets: 0 In oversized packets: 0 Out total octets: 0 Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 75 CLI Commands for Troubleshooting Out unicast packets: 0 Out non unicast packets: 0 Out packets discarded: 0 Refer to The User Log for an explanation of commands related to the user log. Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...
  • Page 76 Chapter 9 Troubleshoot Startup Problems CLI Commands for Troubleshooting Cisco SCE 2000 4xGBE Quick Start Guide OL-7820-06...

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