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6E123-50 and 6E133-49 MicroLAN
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  • Page 1 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 MicroLAN SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules Ethernet 6E123-50 9032269-04 User’s Guide E1 E3 E2 E4 Link Link Link Link Ethernet 6E133-49 E1 E3 E2 E4 Link Link Link Link...

  • Page 3: Fcc Notice

    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. IN NO EVENT SHALL CABLETRON SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS MANUAL OR...

  • Page 4: Industry Canada Notice

    Notice INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté...
  • Page 5 CABLETRON SOFTWARE PROGRAM LICENSE LICENSE. You have the right to use only the one (1) copy of the Program provided in this package subject to the terms and conditions of this License Agreement. You may not copy, reproduce or transmit any part of the Program except as permitted by the Copyright Act of the United States or as authorized in writing by Cabletron.

  • Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity

    Notice DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): Manufacturer’s Name: Manufacturer’s Address: European Representative Name: European Representative Address: Conformance to Directive(s)/Product Standards: Equipment Type/Environment: We the undersigned, hereby declare, under our sole responsibility, that the equipment packaged with this notice conforms to the above directives. Manufacturer Mr.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Using This Guide ... 1-1 Structure of This Guide... 1-1 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 Overview ... 1-2 1.3.1 Connectivity ... 1-4 1.3.2 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet... 1-4 1.3.3 Management ... 1-4 1.3.4 Switching Options ... 1-5 1.3.5 Standards Compatibility ... 1-5 1.3.6 LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs ...
  • Page 8 Contents Connecting to the Network...3-5 3.5.1 Connecting UTP Cables to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 ...3-6 3.5.2 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the FE-100TX ...3-8 3.5.3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the FE-100FX and FE-100F3 ...3-10 Completing the Installation...3-12 CHAPTER 4 TROUBLESHOOTING Using LANVIEW...4-1...
  • Page 9 5.16.1 Establishing Community Names ... 5-58 5.17 SNMP Traps Screen... 5-59 5.17.1 Configuring the Trap Table ... 5-60 5.18 Switch Configuration Screen ... 5-61 5.18.1 Setting the STA... 5-63 5.18.2 Setting the Age Time ... 5-64 5.18.3 Setting (Enabling or Disabling) the Port Status ... 5-64 5.19 Module Specific Configuration Menu Screen ...
  • Page 10 5.23.1 Changing Source and Destination Ports ...5-82 5.24 Broadcast Suppression Screen ...5-83 5.24.1 Setting the Threshold ...5-85 5.24.2 Setting the Reset Peak Switch ...5-85 5.25 Repeater Configuration Menu Screen ...5-86 5.26 Repeater Level Security Configuration ...5-87 5.26.1 Setting the Repeater Level Security...5-89 5.27 Port Level Security Configuration Screen ...5-90...
  • Page 11 APPENDIX B FE-100TX, FE-100FX AND FE-100F3 SPECIFICATIONS FE-100TX ...B-1 FE-100FX ...B-2 FE-100F3...B-3 APPENDIX C OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS AND MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS Required Tools ...C-1 Setting the Mode Switches ...C-1 Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules...C-4 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide Contents...
  • Page 12 Contents 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 MicroLAN SmartSwitch 6000 Interface Modules User’s Guide. This guide describes the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 interface modules and provides information concerning network requirements, installation, troubleshooting, and the use of Local Management. USING THIS GUIDE Read through this guide completely to understand the interface module features, capabilities, and Local Management functions.

  • Page 14: 6E123-50 And 6E133-49 Overview

    Mode Switches. 6E123-50 AND 6E133-49 OVERVIEW The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49, shown in for the Cabletron Systems 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 chassis. The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 are high-speed network repeater/switch devices that provide four Ethernet networks (MicroLANs ENET 1 through ENET 4), each consisting of 12 repeater ports that share a bandwidth of 10 Mbps.
  • Page 15 Ethernet 6E123-50 E1 E3 E2 E4 Link Link Figure 1-1 The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 Overview COM Ports Link Ethernet Networks 1- 4 Link HSIM Slot Fast Ethernet Interface Module Slots (Ports 5 and 6) Ethernet 6E133-49 E1 E3...

  • Page 16: Connectivity

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.1 Connectivity The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 connect to Ethernet networks or workstations through 4 RJ21 ports on the front panel. These ports support 25-pair cable at lengths up to 100 meters. The ports are IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T compliant. The 6E123-50 has two front panel slots (ports 5 and 6) for optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to support an uplink to 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet backbones or a high speed connection to a local server.

  • Page 17: Switching Options

    1.3.4 Switching Options The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 provide 802.1D switching, 802.1Q switching, or SecureFast Switching Virtual Network Services between all of the front panel interfaces including Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and High Speed Interface Modules (HSIMs). SecureFast switching and 802.1Q switching allow for future migration to Virtual Network technologies without requiring the replacement of existing equipment.

  • Page 18: Runtime Ip Address Discovery

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.3.8 Runtime IP Address Discovery This feature enables the modules to automatically accept an IP address from a BootP server on the network into NVRAM without requiring a user to enter an IP address through Local Management. When the modules are connected to the network and powered up, Runtime IP Address Discovery (RAD) checks the modules for an IP address.

  • Page 19: Broadcast Suppression

    1.4.2 Broadcast Suppression Broadcast Suppression allows a user to set a desired limit of receive broadcast frames per port/per second to be forwarded out the other ports on the module up to the set limit. Any broadcast frames above this specified limit are dropped.

  • Page 20: Additional Local Management Functions

    Chapter 1: Introduction 1.4.5 Additional Local Management Functions Local Management also allows the following tasks to be performed: • Manage any module installed in the 6C105 via a single terminal connection. • Assign an IP address and subnet mask to the 6E123-50, 6E133-49 modules and 6C105 chassis.

  • Page 21: Optional Features

    OPTIONAL FEATURES Options for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 are Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and High Speed Interface Modules to add remote uplink capability. Cabletron Systems offers Fast Ethernet Interface Modules for the 6E123-50 to support uplinks to 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet backbones or high speed connections to local servers.

  • Page 22: Document Conventions

    Chapter 1: Introduction DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of NOTE information that may be of special importance. Tip symbol. Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions. Caution symbol.

  • Page 23: Getting Help

    GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center: World Wide Web Phone Internet mail Login Password To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@cabletron.com Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message.

  • Page 24: Related Manuals

    Chapter 1: Introduction RELATED MANUALS The following manuals may help to set up, control, and manage the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49: Cabletron Systems HSIM-A6DP User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-F6 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-W6 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-W84 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-W87 User’s Guide Cabletron Systems HSIM-G01/G09 User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Network Requirements

    NETWORK REQUIREMENTS Before installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 or Fast Ethernet Interface Modules (FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3), review the requirements and specifications referred to in this chapter concerning the following: • SmartTrunk (Section • 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network • 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network •...

  • Page 26: 10Base-T Network

    Chapter 2: Network Requirements 10BASE-T NETWORK When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to any of the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 ports (ENET 1 through 4), ensure that the network meets the Ethernet network requirements of the IEEE 802.3 standard for 10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details. 100BASE-TX NETWORK The 6E123-50, with an FE-100TX installed in ports 5 or 6, provides an RJ45 connection that supports UTP cabling.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Installation

    Only qualified personnel should install the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. This chapter covers the following items: • Required tools (Section • Unpacking the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 • Installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 in the 6C105 chassis (Section 3.4) • Connecting to the network REQUIRED TOOLS A Phillips screwdriver is required to install the Fast Ethernet Interface Modules in the 6E123-50.

  • Page 28: Installing Options

    Chapter 3: Installation INSTALLING OPTIONS Install any optional equipment before proceeding to NOTE Section 3.4. If the 6E123-50 will be installed with an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module refer to Appendix C instructions for the HSIMs available for the 6E133-49 are located in the associated user’s guide.
  • Page 29 Installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 into the 6C105 Chassis 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.
  • Page 30 Chapter 3: Installation Slot Number Metal Back-Panel Figure 3-1 Installing an Interface Module Ethernet 6E133-49 E1 E3 E2 E4 Link Link Link Link Circuit Card Card Guides 2269_02 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide Plastic Locking Tab Plastic Locking Tab...

  • Page 31: Connecting To The Network

    CONNECTING TO THE NETWORK This section provides the procedures for connecting UTP and fiber optic segments from the network or other devices to the modules. Ethernet segments 1 through 4 on the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 have four RJ21 connectors for UTP connections. Ports 5 and 6 of the 6E123-50 support FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3 Fast Ethernet Interface Modules.

  • Page 32: Connecting Utp Cables To The 6E123-50 And 6E133-49

    Chapter 3: Installation 3.5.1 Connecting UTP Cables to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 When facing the front panel of the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49, the four RJ21 connectors represent Ethernet MicroLAN networks 1 through 4 that contain 12 ports each. All the RJ21 connectors have internal crossovers. Connect a twisted pair segment to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 as follows: Ensure that the device connected to the other end of the segment is powered ON.
  • Page 33 Screw Hole Screw Clip Clip Screw Figure 3-3 Connection Using the RJ21 Angle Adapter Tighten the two screws on the RJ21 connector or RJ21 angle adapter, as applicable, to secure it to the module. The cable pinouts for a 25-pair cable (RJ21) can be found in NOTE the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide .

  • Page 34: Connecting A Twisted Pair Segment To The Fe-100Tx

    Fast Ethernet Interface Module crossover switch shown in marked with =. If the wires do not cross over, use the switch on the FE-100TX to internally cross over the RJ45 port. the FE-100TX crossover switch.
  • Page 35 Check the cable for continuity. Make sure that the twisted pair connection meets dB loss and cable specifications outlined in Confirm that the crossover switch is in the correct position. If a link is not established, contact Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.7...

  • Page 36: Connecting A Fiber Optic Segment To The Fe-100Fx And Fe-100F3

    Chapter 3: Installation 3.5.3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the FE-100FX and FE-100F3 The FE-100FX and FE-100F3 have an SC style network port (see Figure 3-5). Cabletron Systems supplies fiber optic cable that uses SC style connectors that are keyed to ensure proper crossing over of the transmit and receive fibers.
  • Page 37 Insert one end of the SC connector into the FE-100FX or FE-100F3 installed in the 6E123-50. See At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the SC connector to the other device. Figure 3-5 FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Port Verify that a link exists by checking that the port RX LED is on (flashing amber, blinking green, or solid green).

  • Page 38: Completing The Installation

    Chapter 3: Installation COMPLETING THE INSTALLATION After installing the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 and any optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules or HSIM as appropriate, the modules are now ready to be set up through Local Management. Refer to Chapter 5 configure the modules and 6C105 chassis. 3-12 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide...

  • Page 39: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information concerning the following: • Using the LANVIEW diagnostic and status monitoring system • Troubleshooting network and module operational problems • Using the RESET button USING LANVIEW The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 use Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW.
  • Page 40 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting CPU LED Ethernet 6E133-49 E1 E3 E2 E4 Ethernet Status LEDs Port Link Status LEDs Link Link Port Link Status LEDs Link Link 2269_04 Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide Receive (RX) Transmit (TX)
  • Page 41 Color Amber Green Amber Green Ethernet Status (RX) of Green ENET1–4 and ports Amber 5 and 6 of 6E123-50 Ethernet Status Green (TX) of ENET1–4 and ports Amber 5 and 6 of 6E123-50 Green Port Link Status 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs State Power off.

  • Page 42: Fe-100Tx Led

    Chapter 4: Troubleshooting FE-100TX LED The optional FE-100TX has one LED labeled 10/100. The 10/100 LED together with the Receive LED allows the user to determine the Link status and the operating speed of the Fast Ethernet Interface Module. The 10/100 LED and the Receive (RX) LED are shown in Table 4-2 Table 4-3...
  • Page 43 No link exists if the associated port (port 5 or 6) Receive (RX) NOTE LED is off. Table 4-3 FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is Off Color 10/100 Green 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide Description No link or no cable attached. FE-100TX forced to 10 Mbps operation, or is manually set to “auto-negotiate”...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Port(s) goes into 6E133-49 or 6E123-50 standby for no detects a looped apparent reason. condition. User parameters (IP Mode switch (7), NVRAM address, Device and Reset, was changed Module name, etc.) sometime before either are lost when the cycling power or...

  • Page 45: Using The Reset Button

    USING THE RESET BUTTON The RESET button, located near the upper plastic locking tab of the module, (refer to Figure processor without affecting the NVRAM. Pressing the RESET button resets the device, and all current switching being performed by the module is halted. A module CAUTION downtime of up to two minutes will result from this action.
  • Page 46 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 5 Local Management

    6E123-50 and 6E133-49 modules, and the 6C105 chassis. • Monitor the environmental status of the 6C105 chassis. • View switch, interface, and RMON statistics. • Assign ports to operate in standard or full duplex mode. • Enable trunking of ports to perform load sharing.

  • Page 48: Local Management Keyboard Conventions

    Chapter 5: Local Management There are three ways to access Local Management: • Locally using a VT type terminal connected to the COM port of the 6E133-49 or 6E123-50. • Remotely using a VT type terminal connected through a modem. •...

  • Page 49: Management Terminal Setup

    MANAGEMENT TERMINAL SETUP Use one of the following systems to access Local Management: • An IBM or compatible PC running a VT series emulation software package • A Digital Equipment Corporation VT100 type terminal • A VT type terminal running emulation programs for the Digital Equipment Corporation VT100 series •...

  • Page 50: Connecting An Uninterruptible Power Supply

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.3.2 Connecting an Uninterruptible Power Supply If the 6C105 chassis is connected to an American Power Conversion (APC) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) for protection from a loss of power, a connection from the COM port of a module to the UPS can be made to monitor the status of the UPS.

  • Page 51: Management Terminal Setup Parameters

    5.3.3 Management Terminal Setup Parameters Table 5-2 lists the setup parameters for the local management terminal. Display Setup Menu Columns -> Controls -> Auto Wrap -> Scroll -> Text Cursor -> Cursor Style -> General Setup Menu Mode -> ID number -> Cursor Keys ->...

  • Page 52: Telnet Connections

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.3.4 Telnet Connections Once the module or chassis has a valid IP address, the user can establish a Telnet session with Local Management from any TCP/IP based node on the network. Telnet connections to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 require the community name passwords assigned at the SNMP Community Names screen of either the 6C105 chassis, or the module.

  • Page 53: Accessing Local Management

    ACCESSING LOCAL MANAGEMENT Access to Local Management is controlled through the Password screen, Figure 5-3. Whenever a connection is made to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 the Password screen displays. Before continuing, the user must enter a password which is compared to the previously stored passwords. The level of access allowed the user depends on the password.

  • Page 54: Navigating Local Management Screens

    Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the product to verify NOTE which screens are supported in each of the three available switching modes. The switch operational mode may be set in either the Chassis Configuration screen (Section of the module...
  • Page 55 Accessing Local Management General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Port Redirect Function General Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Switch Configuration SmartTrunk Configuration Module Specific Configuration Menu Switch Statistics Interface Statistics RMON Statistics Repeater Statistics General Configuration...

  • Page 56: Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items

    Chapter 5: Local Management Chassis Menu Password Module Configuration Menu Main Menu Module Menu Module Statistics Menu Network Tools Figure 5-6 SecureFast VLAN Mode, LM Screen Hierarchy 5.4.2 Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items Select items on a menu screen by performing the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight a menu item.
  • Page 57 Using the RETURN Command Use the arrow keys to highlight the RETURN command at the bottom of the Local Management screen. Press ENTER. The previous screen in the Local Management hierarchy displays. The user can also exit Local Management screens by pressing NOTE ESC twice.

  • Page 58: The Main Menu Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management THE MAIN MENU SCREEN The Main Menu screen is the access point for all Local Management screens for the module and the 6C105 chassis. Figure 5-7 shows the Main Menu screen. 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Main Menu CHASSIS MODULES EXIT...

  • Page 59: Chassis Menu Screen

    MODULES The MODULES menu item provides access to the Module Selection screen that is used to select individual modules in the chassis for management purposes. Access the Module Selection screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the MODULES menu item and pressing ENTER. The Module Selection screen displays.
  • Page 60 Chapter 5: Local Management The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the Chassis Menu screen. CHASSIS CONFIGURATION The Chassis Configuration screen allows the user to configure operating parameters for the 6C105 chassis. For details, refer to Section 5.7. SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES The SNMP Community Names screen allows the user to enter new, change, or review the community names used as access passwords for device management operation.

  • Page 61: Chassis Configuration Screen

    CHASSIS CONFIGURATION SCREEN The Chassis Configuration screen, chassis date and time, IP address and Subnet Mask, the operational mode of all modules installed in the chassis, and to view the chassis uptime. Access the Chassis Configuration screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS CONFIGURATION menu item and pressing ENTER.
  • Page 62 Chapter 5: Local Management IP Address (Modifiable) This field allows the IP address to be set for the 6C105 chassis. If an IP address is assigned to the 6C105 chassis all the interface modules installed in the chassis can be managed via this IP address, eliminating the need to assign an IP address to each interface module.

  • Page 63: Setting The Ip Address

    Screen Lockout Time (Modifiable) Contains the maximum number of minutes that the Local Management application displays a module’s screen while awaiting input or action from a user. For example, if the number 5 is entered in this field, the user has up to five minutes to respond to each of the specified module’s Local Management screens.

  • Page 64: Setting The Subnet Mask

    Chapter 5: Local Management Press ENTER. If the IP address is a valid format, the cursor returns to the beginning of the IP address field. If the entry is not valid, the Event Message Line displays “INVALID IP ADDRESS OR FORMAT ENTERED”.

  • Page 65: Setting The Chassis Date

    5.7.3 Setting the Chassis Date The 6C105 is year 2000 compliant, so the Chassis Date may be set beyond the year 1999. To set the chassis date, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Chassis Date field. Enter the date in an MM/DD/YYYY format.

  • Page 66: Entering A New Screen Refresh Time

    Chapter 5: Local Management When entering the time in the system time field, separators NOTE between hours, minutes, and seconds do not need to be added as long as each entry uses two numeric characters. For example, to set the time to 6:45 Chassis Time field.

  • Page 67: Setting The Screen Lockout Time

    5.7.6 Setting the Screen Lockout Time The screen lockout time can be set from 1 to 30 minutes with a default of 15 minutes. To set a new lockout time, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Lockout Time field. Enter a number from 1 to 30.
  • Page 68 Chapter 5: Local Management YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE THE OPERATIONAL MODE FOR THE WHOLE CHASSIS. THIS WILL CAUSE ALL OF THE BOARDS IN THE CHASSIS TO REBOOT. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO SAVE THE NEW OPERATIONAL MODE Figure 5-10 Operational Mode Warning Screen Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and press ENTER.

  • Page 69: Snmp Community Names Screen

    SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SCREEN The SNMP Community Names menu item allows the user to set Local Management community names. Community names act as passwords to Local/Remote Management and provide security access to the 6C105. Access to the 6C105 is controlled by enacting any of three different levels of security authorization (read-only, read-write, and super-user).

  • Page 70: Establishing Community Names

    Chapter 5: Local Management The following explains each SNMP Community Names screen field: Community Name (Modifiable) Displays the user-defined name through which a user accesses 6C105 management. Any community name assigned here acts as a password to Local/Remote Management. Access Policy (Read-Only) Indicates the access accorded each community name.
  • Page 71 Any community name assigned in the SNMP Community NOTE Names screen is a password to its corresponding level of access to Local Management. The community name assigned Super-User access is the only one that gives the user complete access to Local Management. All passwords assigned in the 6C105 SNMP Community NOTE Names screen allow access to both the 6C105 Local...

  • Page 72: Snmp Traps Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management SNMP TRAPS SCREEN Since the 6C105 is an SNMP compliant device, it can send messages to multiple Network Management Stations to alert users of status changes. The SNMP Traps screen is shown in Access the SNMP Traps screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the SNMP TRAPS menu item and pressing ENTER.

  • Page 73: Configuring The Trap Table

    Enable Traps (Toggle) Enables transmission of the traps to the network management station with the associated IP address. This field toggles between YES and NO. 5.9.1 Configuring the Trap Table To configure the Trap table, proceed as follows: Using the arrow keys, highlight the appropriate Trap Destination field.

  • Page 74: Chassis Environmental Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.10 CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL SCREEN The Chassis Environmental menu item allows the user to view chassis environmental information. Access the Chassis Environmental Information screen from the Chassis Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the CHASSIS ENVIRONMENTAL menu item and pressing ENTER.

  • Page 75: Port Redirect Function Screen

    5.11 PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION SCREEN The Port Redirect Function screen may not be available NOTE depending on the operational mode that has been set for the chassis. Refer to your Release Notes to see what operational modes support the Port Redirect Function. Refer to Section 5.7.7, on configuring the operational mode of all the modules installed...
  • Page 76 Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line Source ============ Module Source Port Source Module [1] SAVE EXIT Figure 5-14 Port Redirect Function Screen The following definitions briefly explain each field of the Port Redirect Function screen. Source Module (Read-Only) Displays which modules are currently set as source modules. Source Port (Read-Only) Displays which ports are currently set as source ports.

  • Page 77: Displaying The Source And Destination Entries

    Destination Module [ n ] (Selectable) Allows a selected module [n] to be configured as a destination module. Destination Port [ n ] (Selectable) Allows a selected port [n] to be configured as a destination port. Errors (Toggle) Allows the user to configure the source modules and ports to either send errored frames to selected destination modules and ports (ON option), or to drop errored frames, and send only valid traffic to the destination modules and ports (OFF option).
  • Page 78 Chapter 5: Local Management Press the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE one or more times to increment or decrement the port number displayed in the brackets [n] until the appropriate port number is displayed. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Module field. Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step to the appropriate module number for the destination module.

  • Page 79: Module Selection Screen

    MODULE SELECTION SCREEN The Module Selection screen is the access point to Local Management for all modules installed in the SmartSwitch 6000 chassis. By selecting a module, the Module Menu for the selected device displays. shows the Module Selection screen.

  • Page 80: Selecting A Module

    Chapter 5: Local Management Hardware Revision Reflects the hardware version of the module. 5.12.1 Selecting a Module To select an individual module to perform Local Management functions, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the desired module number in the Module # field.

  • Page 81: Module Menu Screen

    5.13 MODULE MENU SCREEN The Local Management screens shown in this chapter are for NOTE the 6E123-50. The 6E133-49 shares most of the following Local Management screens. All Local Management functions specific to any interface module are preceded by a note to alert the reader.
  • Page 82 Chapter 5: Local Management The following explains each Module Menu screen field as shown in Figure 5-16: MODULE CONFIGURATION The Module Configuration screen provides access to the Local Management screens that are used to configure the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. The Module Specific Configuration Menu screen provides access to the screens that allow the user to check 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 resources and set operating parameters specific to each port.

  • Page 83: Module Configuration Menu Screen

    The Module Configuration Menu screen, Local Management screens that allow you to configure and monitor operating parameters, modify SNMP community names, set SNMP traps, configure switch parameters and configure 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 ports. The following menu items on the Module Configuration Menu NOTE...
  • Page 84 For details, refer to 5-38 6E123-50 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Configuration Menu Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX GENERAL CONFIGURATION SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SNMP TRAPS SWITCH CONFIGURATION SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION EXIT 5.15. Section 5.17. 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide XX.XX.XX...
  • Page 85 Module Configuration Menu Screen SWITCH CONFIGURATION The Switch Configuration screen provides basic setup options for modifying the switching functions of the modules. For details, refer to Section 5.18. SMARTTRUNK CONFIGURATION The SmartTrunk Configuration screen allows the user to logically group interfaces to aggregate high speed uplinks.

  • Page 86: General Configuration Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.15 GENERAL CONFIGURATION SCREEN The General Configuration screen, system date and time, IP address and subnet mask, the default gateway, the TFTP Gateway IP address, the Operational Mode, the Management Mode, and the COM port configuration. The General Configuration screen also allows the user to Clear NVRAM, and enable or disable IP Fragmentation.
  • Page 87 General Configuration Screen IP Address (Modifiable) This field allows the IP address to be set for the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. To set the IP address, refer to Section 5.15.1. Subnet Mask (Modifiable) Displays the subnet mask for the module. A subnet mask “masks out” the network bits of the IP address by setting the bits in the mask to 1 when the network treats the corresponding bits in the IP address as part of the network or subnetwork address, or to 0 if the corresponding bit identifies...
  • Page 88 Operational Mode (Selectable) This field allows the user to set the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 to operate as an IEEE 802.1D switch (802.1D SWITCHING option), an IEEE 802.1Q switch (802.1Q SWITCHING option), or as a Cabletron Systems SecureFast switch (SECURE FAST VLAN option).
  • Page 89 If the user is establishing a remote connection, such as a Telnet NOTE or SNMP connection, using the IP address of the module, the chassis LM screens will not be available. To access the chassis LM screens, the IP address of the chassis must be used to establish the connection.

  • Page 90: Setting The Ip Address

    Chapter 5: Local Management Clear NVRAM (Toggle) This allows the user to reset NVRAM to the factory default settings. All user-entered parameters, such as IP address and Community Names are then replaced with 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 default configuration settings. For details, refer to Section IP Fragmentation (Toggle) This field allows the user to enable or disable IP fragmentation.

  • Page 91: Setting The Subnet Mask

    YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE? Figure 5-19 Configuration Warning Screen Use the arrow keys to highlight the YES command and Press ENTER. The changes are saved and the module reboots. 5.15.2 Setting the Subnet Mask If the management workstation that is to receive SNMP traps from the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 is located on a separate subnet, the subnet mask...

  • Page 92: Setting The Default Gateway

    Chapter 5: Local Management Press ENTER. If the subnet mask is valid, the cursor returns to the beginning of the Subnet Mask field. If the entry is not valid, the Event Message Line displays “INVALID SUBNET MASK OR FORMAT ENTERED”. Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Subnet Mask field with the previous value.

  • Page 93: Setting The Tftp Gateway Ip Address

    5.15.4 Setting the TFTP Gateway IP Address If the network TFTP server is located on a different IP subnet than the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49, a Gateway IP address should be specified. To set the TFTP Gateway IP address, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Address field.

  • Page 94: Setting The Module Time

    Chapter 5: Local Management Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. If the date entered is a valid format, the Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Module Date field with the previous value.

  • Page 95: Setting The Screen Lockout Time

    Enter a number from 3 to 99. Press ENTER to set the refresh time to the time entered in the input field. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. If the time entered is within the 3 to 99 seconds range, the Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”.

  • Page 96: Setting The Operational Mode

    General Configuration screen, and the module will no longer support Chassis configuration and Module selection screens. If the module will be a SecureFast switch, distributed management is not allowed. The module has been assigned SNMP community names from...

  • Page 97: Setting The Management Mode

    5.15.10 Setting the Management Mode To set the management mode, perform the following steps: Upon saving the new Management Mode, the module will NOTE reboot. If the module will be set to STANDALONE, ensure the following procedures have been completed: The module has been assigned a unique IP address.
  • Page 98 Chapter 5: Local Management • American Power Conversion Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) connections To configure the COM port, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Com field. Do NOT disable or alter the settings of the COM port while operating the current Local Management connection through a terminal.

  • Page 99: Changing The Com Port Application

    If the 6C105 chassis has been configured with a valid IP NOTE address this screen will not appear. When the chassis is assigned a valid IP address all the interface modules installed share this same address. Use the arrow keys to highlight YES. Press ENTER. If you ENABLED the port, proceed to DISABLED the port, use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen, then press ENTER.

  • Page 100: Clearing Nvram

    Chapter 5: Local Management When the COM port is configured to perform the UPS application, all future Local Management connections must be made by establishing a Telnet connection to the module. CAUTION Ensure that the module has a valid IP address before saving changes to the COM port application.

  • Page 101: Enabling/Disabling Ip Fragmentation

    YOU HAVE ELECTED TO CLEAR NVRAM. THIS WILL CLEAR ALL SYSTEM DEFAULTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IP ADDRESS, INTERFACE CONFIGURATION, AND COM PORT CONFIGURATION, THEN RESET THE BOARD. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CLEAR NVRAM? Figure 5-21 Clear NVRAM Warning Screen Use the arrow keys to highlight YES and press ENTER.

  • Page 102: Snmp Community Names Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.16 SNMP COMMUNITY NAMES SCREEN The SNMP Community Names menu item allows the user to set Local/Remote Management community names. Community names act as passwords to Local/Remote Management and are agents of security access to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. Access to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 is controlled by enacting any of three different levels of security authorization (read-only, read-write, and super-user).
  • Page 103 Event Message Line Module Type: 6E123-50 Slot Number: X SAVE Figure 5-22 SNMP Community Names Screen The following explains each SNMP Community Names screen field: Community Name (Modifiable) Displays the user-defined name through which a user accesses 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 management. Any community name assigned here acts as a password to Local/Remote Management.

  • Page 104: Establishing Community Names

    Chapter 5: Local Management super-user 5.16.1 Establishing Community Names The password used to access Local Management at the Password Screen must have Super-User access in order to view and edit the SNMP Community Names screen. Using a password with read-only or read-write access does not allow the user to view or edit the SNMP Community Names screen.

  • Page 105: Snmp Traps Screen

    5.17 SNMP TRAPS SCREEN Since the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 are SNMP compliant devices, they can send messages to multiple Network Management Stations to alert users of status changes. The SNMP Traps screen is shown in It is only necessary to assign SNMP traps if the user desires NOTE the traps to be sent to different addresses than those assigned Section...

  • Page 106: Configuring The Trap Table

    Chapter 5: Local Management Trap Community Name (Modifiable) Displays the Community Name included in the trap message sent to the Network Management Station with the associated IP address. Enable Traps (Toggle) Enables transmission of the traps to the network management station with the associated IP address.

  • Page 107: Switch Configuration Screen

    The Switch Configuration screen, options to make a switch operational in your network. Access the Switch Configuration screen from the Module Configuration Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the SWITCH CONFIGURATION menu item and pressing ENTER. The Switch Configuration screen, edit the fields for ports 9 to 10, highlight [9-10] at the bottom of the...
  • Page 108 Type of STA (Selectable) Allows the user to set the method that switches use to decide which switch is the controlling (Root) switch when two or more switches exist in parallel (Spanning Tree Algorithm). Valid entries include IEEE, DEC, and NONE. To set the STA, refer to Age Time (Modifiable)

  • Page 109: Setting The Sta

    Port # (Read-Only) Lists each switch port on the module. If the number of ports is greater than eight, then the additional ports are listed on subsequent screens. MAC Address (Read-Only) Displays the hardware address assigned to each listed port.

  • Page 110: Setting The Age Time

    Chapter 5: Local Management Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command at the bottom of the screen. Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” is displayed. 5.18.2 Setting the Age Time To set the Age Time, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Age Time field.

  • Page 111: Module Specific Configuration Menu Screen

    5.19 MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN The Module Specific Configuration Menu screen, user to select one of five screens to configure ports or check system resources specific to the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49. The following menu items on the Module Specific Configuration NOTE Menu screen may not display if the operational mode of the module has been set to SECURE FAST VLAN or 802.1Q...
  • Page 112 Chapter 5: Local Management Module Type: 6E123-50 Slot Number: X Figure 5-25 Module Specific Configuration Menu Screen The following explains each field of the Module Specific Configuration Menu screen: SYSTEM RESOURCES The System Resources screen displays the amount of FLASH memory, DRAM, and NVRAM installed, details how much memory is available and provides information on 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 operation.
  • Page 113 802.1Q VLAN CONFIGURATION This menu item will only display if the module has been configured to operate as an IEEE 802.1Q switch. When selected, this menu item opens the VLAN Main Menu screen. For details, refer to the Cabletron Systems Port Based VLAN User’s Guide.

  • Page 114: System Resources Screen

    CPU Type: i960 HT 25Mhz Available: 16 MB Available: XX KB Available: Current Switch Utilization: 66% Peak Switch Utilization: 75% Reset Peak Switch Utilization: [NO] EXIT 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide XX.XX.XX XXXXX Bytes XXXXX Bytes XXXXX Bytes RETURN RETURN...

  • Page 115: Setting The Reset Peak Utilization

    Shows the peak percentage of maximum switching capacity, since last reset. Reset Peak Switch Utilization (Toggle) Allows the user to reset the Peak Switch Utilization field. The switch may be set to either YES or NO as described in Peak Switch Utilization field to the current system traffic.

  • Page 116: High Speed Interface Configuration Menu Screen (6E123-50 Only)

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.21 HIGH SPEED INTERFACE CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN (6E123-50 ONLY) When the HIGH SPEED CONFIGURATION MENU is selected NOTE for the 6E133-49 the applicable HSIM Setup screen displays. Refer to the HSIM User’s Guide to set operating parameters for the HSIM installed in the 6E133-49.
  • Page 117 High Speed Interface Configuration Menu Screen (6E123-50 Only) Event Message Line Module Type: 6E123-50 Slot Number: X Port Type Link Status Current Oper. Mode Desired Oper. Mode Advertised Ability SAVE Figure 5-27 High Speed Interface Configuration Screen for the 6E123-50 The following briefly explains each field of the High Speed Interface Configuration screen.
  • Page 118 Chapter 5: Local Management Current Oper. Mode (Read-only) This field displays the current operating mode of ports 5 and 6. Depending on the interface installed (100BASE-FX or 100BASE-TX) this field displays the following: • With a 100BASE-FX interface: 100Base-FX or 100Base-FXFD (full duplex).

  • Page 119: Configuring An Fe-100Fx Or Fe-100F3 In Port 5 Or 6

    High Speed Interface Configuration Menu Screen (6E123-50 Only) Advertised Ability (Selectable) During auto-negotiation, the FE-100TX “tells” the device at the other end of the segment what its capabilities are. The capabilities of a port (5 or 6) with an FE-100TX installed are 10BASE-T, 10BASE-TFD (full duplex mode), 100BASE-TX and 100BASE-TXFD (full duplex mode).

  • Page 120: Configuring An Fe-100Tx In Port 5 Or 6

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.21.3 Configuring an FE-100TX in Port 5 or 6 In normal operation, a port (5 or 6) with an FE-100TX interface automatically establishes a link with the device at the other end of the segment and no user setup is required. provide instructions for manually configuring the port with an FE-100TX installed.

  • Page 121: Flash Download Screen

    file from a TFTP server. The user may also force a download by changing the position NOTE of Switch 6 located inside the module. Refer to Setting the Mode Before downloading a new image to the module, load the image onto the network TFTP server.

  • Page 122: Using Bootp

    Chapter 5: Local Management TFTP DOWNLOAD. WILL COMMIT TO FLASH. REBOOT IN PROGRESS... Module Type: 6E123-50 Slot Number: X EXECUTE Figure 5-28 Flash Download Screen Download Server IP and Download Server Filename are NOTE displayed only when TFTP or RUNTIME are selected in Download Method.
  • Page 123 Flash Download Screen Reboot After Download (Modifiable when RUNTIME is chosen only) This field notifies the user that the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 will reboot after the download is complete. If a RUNTIME Download is performed, this field toggles between YES and NO. If YES is selected, the module reboots after the download is completed.

  • Page 124: Image File Download Using Tftp

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.22.1 Image File Download Using TFTP Set the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 to download to FLASH using TFTP as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. Use the SPACE bar to select TFTP. Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field.

  • Page 125: Image File Download Using Runtime

    5.22.2 Image File Download Using RUNTIME Set the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 to download to FLASH using RUNTIME as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. Use the SPACE bar to select RUNTIME. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Reboot After Download field. Use the SPACE bar to select either YES or NO.

  • Page 126: Image File Download Using Bootp

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.22.3 Image File Download Using BootP Set the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 to download to FLASH using BootP as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. Use the SPACE bar to select BOOTP. Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field.
  • Page 127 Although all traffic from the source port (including, if desired, NOTE errored frames) is sent to the destination port, normal switching is still performed for all frames on the source port. Access the Port Redirect Function screen from the Module Specific Configuration Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION menu item and pressing ENTER.

  • Page 128: Changing Source And Destination Ports

    Chapter 5: Local Management Remap Errors (Read-only) Displays whether the corresponding source ports are configured to send errored frames to the destination ports, or to drop all errored frames before forwarding traffic. Source Port [ n ] (Selectable) Allows a selected port [n] to be changed to a source port. Destination Port [ n ] (Selectable) Allows a selected port [n] to be changed to a destination port.

  • Page 129: Broadcast Suppression Screen

    Use the arrow keys to highlight the Errors field. Use the SPACE bar to select either the ON or OFF option and press ENTER. ON forces the source module and port to forward errored frames to the destination module(s) and port(s). OFF forces the errored frames to be dropped before forwarding traffic.
  • Page 130 Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line Module Type: 6E123-50 Slot Number: X PORT # Total RX 12345678910 12345678910 12345678910 12345678910 12345678910 12345678910 SAVE Figure 5-30 Broadcast Suppression Screen The following explains each field of the Broadcast Statistics screen: PORT # (Read-only) Identifies the number of the port.

  • Page 131: Setting The Threshold

    Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” is displayed. 5.24.2 Setting the Reset Peak Switch To set the Reset Peak Switch field to YES or NO, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Reset Peak field for the selected port.

  • Page 132: Repeater Configuration Menu Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.25 REPEATER CONFIGURATION MENU SCREEN The Repeater Configuration Menu screen, the Repeater Level Security Configuration, or Port Level Security Configuration screen. To access the Repeater Configuration Menu screen from the Module Specific Configuration Menu screen, select the REPEATER CONFIGURATION MENU item and press ENTER.

  • Page 133: Repeater Level Security Configuration

    (LockOnNext), or lock on the source address of the last frame received (LockedOnAddr). When either of the last two options are set, upon the detection of an intruder, the switch can be set to receive or not receive frames and to send or not send traps.
  • Page 134 Chapter 5: Local Management The following section defines the fields on the Repeater Level Security Configuration screen. Interface (Read-Only) Indicates the repeater port on the ENET connector (ENET 1 through 4) selected in the Interface field. Refer to port relationship on the device. Table 5-4 CONN/Repeater Port Relationship ENET 1 = Repeater ports 1 –...

  • Page 135: Setting The Repeater Level Security

    With NoDisable set, the port is not turned off. • SendTrap/NoTrap – SendTrap causes the switch to send an SNMP trap when a port detects a security violation. With NoTrap set, no SNMP trap is sent.

  • Page 136: Port Level Security Configuration Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays and all ports of the connector are set to the selected operating mode. 5.27 PORT LEVEL SECURITY CONFIGURATION SCREEN The Port Level Security Configuration screen, similarly to the Repeater Level Security Configuration screen, except that it is used to set the security of each port of a connector.
  • Page 137 The following section defines the fields on the Port Level Security Configuration screen. Port (Read-only) Indicates the repeater port on the ENET connector (ENET 1 through 4) selected in the INTERFACE # field. Refer to connector/repeater port relationship on the device. Table 5-5 CONN/Repeater Port Relationship ENET 1 = Repeater ports 1 –...

  • Page 138: Setting The Port Level Security

    With NoDisable set, the port is not turned off. • SendTrap/NoTrap – SendTrap causes the switch to send an SNMP trap when a port detects a security violation. With NoTrap set, no SNMP trap is sent.
  • Page 139 If the security level chosen causes the DisablePort and SendTrap fields to display under Action On Intruder, use the arrow keys to highlight the DisablePort field. If the security level chosen does not cause the fields to display under Action On Intruder, proceed to step 11. To change the DisablePort setting to NoDisable, press the SPACE bar to toggle the setting.

  • Page 140: Module Statistics Menu Screen

    MODULE STATISTICS MENU SCREEN The Module Statistics Menu screen, screens that allow the user to obtain switch statistics about frame traffic through each interface, to view MIB-II statistics from each interface, to view RMON Statistics gathered by the RMON agent embedded in the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 and to view statistics for each repeater port on the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49.

  • Page 141: Switch Statistics Screen

    802.1Q switches. Ethernet Networks 1 through 4 (ENET 1–4) are considered single switched ports. Ports 5 and 6 on the Switch Statistics screen represent the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules available for the 6E123-50.
  • Page 142 Chapter 5: Local Management Access the Switch Statistics screen from the Module Statistics Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the SWITCH STATISTICS menu item and pressing ENTER. The Switch Statistics screen displays. Event Message Line Module Type: 6E123-50...

  • Page 143: Using The Clear Counters Command

    CLEAR COUNTERS (Command) This command is used to reset all statistic counters to zero. For details on how to use this field, refer to 5.29.1 Using the Clear Counters Command To reset all the statistics counters to zero, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the CLEAR COUNTERS field.
  • Page 144 Chapter 5: Local Management Event Message Line Module Type: 6E123-50 Slot Number: X Interface: 1 InOctets: InUnicast: InNonUnicast: InDiscards: InErrors: InUnknownProtos: OutOctets: OutUnicast: OutNonUnicast: OutDiscards: OutErrors: OutQLen: Interface: [XX] Figure 5-36 Interface Statistics Screen The following definitions explain each field of the Interface Statistics screen: Interface (Read-only) This field displays the Interface number for which statistics are currently...
  • Page 145 The InDiscards field displays the total number of inbound frames that were discarded, even though the frames contained no errors. This field may increment because the switch needed to free up buffer space, or the switch was being overutilized. InErrors (Read-only) This field displays the total number of inbound frames that have been...
  • Page 146 Chapter 5: Local Management OutQLen (Read-only) The OutQLen field displays the length of the packet queue. The field represents the total number of packets that can be contained in the queue. Address (Read-only) This field displays the MAC Address of the interface that is currently being displayed.

  • Page 147: Displaying Interface Statistics

    5.30.1 Displaying Interface Statistics To display the statistics for any interface, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Interface [XX] field at the bottom of the screen. Press the SPACE bar to increment (or press the DEL (delete) key to decrement) the interface number.

  • Page 148: Rmon Statistics Screen

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.31 RMON STATISTICS SCREEN RMON statistics for each interface, on a interface-by-interface basis, are viewed through the RMON Statistics screen shown in Access the RMON Statistics screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the RMON STATISTICS menu item on the Module Statistics Menu screen and pressing ENTER.
  • Page 149 Drop Events (Read-only) This field displays the total number of times that the RMON agent was forced to discard frames due to the lack of available switch resources. The Drop Events field does not display the number of frames NOTE dropped, it only displays the number of times that the RMON agent was forced to discard frames.
  • Page 150 Chapter 5: Local Management Multicasts (Read-only) The Multicasts field displays the total number of good frames received that were directed to a multicast address. The value of this field does not include frames directed to the broadcast address. CRC Align Errors (Read-only) This field displays the number of frames with bad Cyclic Redundancy Checks (CRC) received from the network.
  • Page 151 RMON Statistics Screen Total Octets (Read-only) This field displays the total number of octets (bytes) of data, including those in bad frames, received on this interface. 64 Octets (Read-only) Displays the total number of frames including bad frames, received that were 64 bytes in length (excluding framing bits, but including FCS bytes).

  • Page 152: Displaying Rmon Statistics

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.31.1 Displaying RMON Statistics To display the statistics for any index, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Index [XX] field at the bottom of the screen. Press the SPACE bar to increment (or press the DEL [delete] key to decrement) the index number.

  • Page 153: Repeater Statistics Screen

    5.32 REPEATER STATISTICS SCREEN Operating statistics for each repeater port (1 through 48) and its corresponding network (ENETs 1 through 4) are displayed via the Repeater Statistics screen shown in To access the Repeater Statistics screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the REPEATER STATISTICS menu item on the Module Statistics Menu screen and press ENTER.
  • Page 154 Chapter 5: Local Management Port # (Read-Only) Indicates the current port for which statistics are displayed. The port number can be changed by using the PORT # command field at the bottom of the screen. Depending on the port number entered, the Network # field will automatically change to indicate the associated ENET.

  • Page 155: Displaying Port Statistics

    Oversize Packets (Read-only) Displays the number of packets received with a valid CRC and whose size exceeded 1518 data bytes (not including preamble). Broadcasts (Read-only) Displays the number of broadcasts transmitted and received. Multicasts (Read-only) Displays the number of multicasts transmitted and received. Link Status (Read-only) Indicates if the network or port is linked (Link) or not linked (No Link).

  • Page 156: Network Tools

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.33 NETWORK TOOLS The Network Tools function resides on both the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 and allows the user to access and manage network devices. Access the Network Tools screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the NETWORK TOOLS menu item in the Module or Chassis Menu screen and pressing ENTER.
  • Page 157 The conventions used in describing the commands in Network NOTE Tools are as follows: Arguments enclosed by [ ] are required. Arguments enclosed by < > are optional. In the following command examples, the information entered by the user is shown in bold Helvetica font To abort the output or interrupt a process, press the CONTROL key and c key simultaneously, designated as ^C here.

  • Page 158: Built-In Commands

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.33.1 Built-in Commands The built-in commands listed in this section activate functions on the managed device or devices being accessed through Network Tools. arp: Syntax: Description: 5-112 arp <options> The arp command provides access to the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) cache, enabling you to view cache data, delete entries, or add a static route.

  • Page 159: Mac Address

    You can specify the arp command without options, or with one of the following options: Options: Example: -> arp -a # Interface # (SonicInt) # (SonicInt) # (SonicInt) # (SonicInt) -> arp -d 1 122.144.52.68 -> arp -s 1 22.44.2.3 00:00:0e:03:1d:3c ->...
  • Page 160 Chapter 5: Local Management bridge: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> bridge disable all -> bridge enable 1 -> bridge disable 1 5-114 bridge [ENABLE/DISABLE] [IFNUM/ALL] The bridge command allows each bridge port to be enabled or disabled at the user’s request, either one at a time or all at once.
  • Page 161 defroute: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> defroute 2 147.152.42.32 # Default route is 147.152.42.32 on interface 2 -> defroute # Default route is 147.152.42.32 on interface 2 -> defroute delete # Default route is not currently set. -> 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide defroute [interface number] [IP address] The defroute command allows the user to view, set or delete the default IP route to a managed...
  • Page 162 Chapter 5: Local Management netstat: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> netstat -i Interface + Description # 1 (ethernet -csmacd) 1514 # 2 (ethernet - csmacd) 1514 # 3 (ethernet - csmacd) 1514 # 4 (ethernet - csmacd) 1514 -> netstat -r Destination Next-hop # Default Route...
  • Page 163 reset: Syntax: Description: The Network Tools connection to the module will be terminated upon execution of this command. CAUTION Options: Example: -> reset 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide reset The reset command allows a soft reset of the device. The user will be queried to confirm the reset command to insure against unwanted resets.
  • Page 164 Chapter 5: Local Management show: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> show Appletalk interfaces AdminStatus # Interface enabled disabled -> show IP ARP MediaType # Interface 3 (dynamic) 3 (dynamic) 5-118 show [PROTOCOL] [TABLE] The show command displays information concerning various components of the device. Protocols currently supported are IP, IPX, DECnet, and AppleTalk.
  • Page 165 traceroute: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> traceroute 122.144.11.52 # next-hop[0] : 122.144.60.45 # next-hop[1] : 122.144.8.113 # next-hop[2] : 122.144.61.45 # 122.144.11.52 is alive : 3 hops away. 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide traceroute [IP address] The traceroute command generates a TRACEROUTE request to a specified IP address and provides a display of all next-hop routers in the path to the device.
  • Page 166 Chapter 5: Local Management soft_reset: Syntax: Description: The Network Tools connection to the module will be terminated upon execution of this command. CAUTION Options: Example: -> soft_reset 5-120 soft_reset This command restarts the software image, which restores the user configuration settings from NVRAM.
  • Page 167 telnet: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide telnet [IP address] [Port #] The telnet command allows the user to communicate with another host (that supports Telnet connections) using the Telnet protocol. The user must specify the remote host using its IP address.
  • Page 168 Chapter 5: Local Management link_trap: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> link_trap status LINK TRAP STATUS: Port 1 is ENABLED Port 3 is ENABLED -> link_trap disable 2 Link traps have been DISABLED on port 2 -> link_trap disable all Link traps have been DISABLED on all ports (1-24) ->...
  • Page 169 atm_stp_state: The atm_stp_state command is only available if an NOTE HSIM-A6DP is installed in the module (e.g., 6E13X-25). This command allows the user to enable, disable, or check the current status of the Spanning Tree Algorithm on all ATM interfaces. Syntax: Description: Options:...

  • Page 170: Special Commands

    Chapter 5: Local Management 5.33.2 Special Commands done, quit, exit: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> done Connection closed 5-124 done The done command enables the user to exit from Network Tools and return to the Main Menu screen. Not Applicable 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide 051472...

  • Page 171: Appendix Aspecifications

    This appendix provides operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 Interface Modules. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS Processor: Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM): FLASH Memory: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Dimensions: Weight (Unit): MTBF (Predicted):...

  • Page 172: Input/Output Ports

    Appendix A: Specifications INPUT/OUTPUT PORTS 6E123-50 ENET 1 through ENET 4 Slots for optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules (ports 5 and 6) 6E133-49 ENET 1 through ENET 4 Slot for optional HSIM COM PORT PINOUT ASSIGNMENTS The COM port is a serial communications port that supports Local Management or connection to a UPS.

  • Page 173: Regulatory Compliance

    Regulatory Compliance REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Safety The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 meet the safety requirements of UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950, EN 60950, IEC 950 and 73/23/EEC. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) The 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 meet the requirements of FCC Part 15, EN 50082-1, EN 55022, VCCI V-3, CSA C108.8, AS/NZS 3548 and 89/336/EEC.
  • Page 174 Appendix A: Specifications 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide...

  • Page 175: Specifications

    Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling with an impedance between 85 and 111 ohms. The slide switch on the FE-100TX determines the crossover status of the cable pairs. If the switch is on the over. If the switch is on the over.

  • Page 176: Fe-100Fx

    Appendix B: FE-100TX, FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Specifications FE-100FX The FE-100FX shown in supports multimode fiber optic cabling. Specifications for the FE-100FX are listed in Table B-1. Cable Type 50/125 µm fiber 62.5/125 µm fiber 100/140 µm fiber The transmitter power levels and receive sensitivity levels listed NOTE are peak power levels after optical overshoot.

  • Page 177: Fe-100F3

    FE-100F3 The FE-100F3 shown in supports single mode fiber optic cabling. Specifications for the FE-100F3 are listed in Table B-2. Cable Type 8/125 µm fiber 12/125 µm fiber The transmitter power levels and receive sensitivity levels listed NOTE are peak power levels after optical overshoot. A peak power meter must be used to correctly compare the values given above to those measured on any particular port.
  • Page 178 Appendix B: FE-100TX, FE-100FX and FE-100F3 Specifications 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide...

  • Page 179: Mode Switch Bank Settings

    OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS AND MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS This appendix covers the following items: • Required tools (Section • Locations, functions, and settings for the mode switches • Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules REQUIRED TOOLS You need the following tools to perform the procedures provided in this appendix: •...
  • Page 180 COM port to 9600 baud for Local Management sessions. • Switch 6 – Forced BootP. Changing the position of this switch (i.e., moving the switch from one position to the other) clears download information from NVRAM and forces the 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 to download a new image file from a BootP server after power to the...

  • Page 181: Setting The Mode Switches

    6E122-26 is reset, the passwords can either be reentered or the default passwords (Public and ENTER) may be used. Do not change the position of switch 8 unless it is necessary to NOTE reset the module super-user configured passwords to their factory default settings.

  • Page 182: Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules

    Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings INSTALLING OPTIONAL FAST ETHERNET INTERFACE MODULES Figure C-2 shows the location of the Fast Ethernet Interface Module connectors on the 6E123-50 boards for port slots 5 and 6. For instructions on installing a High Speed Interface Module...
  • Page 183 Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules To install a Fast Ethernet Interface Module in port slot 5 or 6 of the 6E123-50, proceed as follows: The Fast Ethernet Interface Module and the host module are sensitive to static discharges. Use an antistatic wrist strap and observe all static precautions during this procedure.
  • Page 184 Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings Coverplate Figure C-3 Coverplate Removal Remove the screw from the rear standoff. Save the screw. When installing an FE-100FX or FE-100F3 module into the host module, remove the rubber plug on the SC connector CAUTION before proceeding.
  • Page 185 Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules Figure C-4 Installing the Fast Ethernet Interface Module Press down firmly on the Fast Ethernet Interface Module until the pins slide all the way into the motherboard connector. Ensure that the Fast Ethernet Interface Module seats flush on the standoffs. Secure the Fast Ethernet Interface Module with the screws saved in steps 1 and 2.
  • Page 186 Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide...
  • Page 187 6E123-50 and 6E133-49 User’s Guide INDEX COM port pin assignments A-2 Connecting to the network 3-5 Crossover switch B-1 Current switch utilization 5-69 Default gateway 5-41, 5-46 Displaying statistics 5-101, 5-106 Environmental requirements A-1 FE-100F3 B-3 FE-100FX transmitter power B-2, B-3...
  • Page 188 Configuration 5-66 System Resources 5-66 Module Statistics 5-36 Module Statistics Menu screen 5-94 Interface statistics 5-95 RMON statistics 5-95 Switch statistics 5-95 Module time 5-41 Module Uptime 5-42 Navigating Local Management 5-8 Exiting Local Management 5-10 Selecting items 5-10 Network connection...
  • Page 189 SNMP Traps screen 5-26, 5-59 Switch Configuration screen 5-61 Switch Statistics screen 5-95 System Resources screen 5-68 Setting communtiy names 5-24 Setting the reset peak switch 5-85 Setting the threshold 5-85 SmartTrunk, introduction to 1-7 SNMP Community Names screen 5-23, 5-56...
  • Page 190 System Resources screen 5-68 current switch utilization 5-69 DRAM installed 5-69 Flash memory installed 5-69 NVRAM installed 5-69 peak switch utilization 5-69 reset peak switch utilization 5-69 TFTP Gateway IP Addr 5-41, 5-47, 5-77 Trap table configuration 5-27, 5-60 Traps enable 5-27...

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