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WPIM-RT1 Title Page WPIM-R T1 User’ s Guide 9032811.
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WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide i 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 ha ve been made.
Notice ii WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 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.
Notice WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide iii CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC. PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPOR T ANT : Before utilizing this product, carefully read this License Agreement. This document is an agreement between you, the end user , and Cabletron Systems, Inc.
Notice iv WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS The enclosed product (a) was de veloped solely at priv ate expense; (b) contains “restricted computer software” submit.
Notice WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide v DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directiv e(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 Representativ e Name: Mr.
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WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide vii CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... ix Using This Manual .......................................................................... ix Structure of This Guide.
Contents viii WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3.3 Full T1 Configuration Using PPP ............................................... 3-11 3.3.1 T1 Physical Configuration ............................................. 3-12 3.3.2 T1 Interface Configuration .......
WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide ix INTR ODUCTION W elcome to the Cabletron Systems WPIM-RT1 User’s Guide. This manual provides hardw are information, and explains the use of Local Management to control and manage the Cabletron Systems WPIM-R T1.
Introduction x WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide Appendix B , FCC Part 68 - User’ s Inf ormation , explains the FCC Rules for the WPIM-R T1. RELATED MANUALS Refer to the manual included with the host platform in which the WPIM-R T1 is installed to supplement the procedures and other technical data provided in this manual.
Introduction WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide xi DOCUMENT CON VENTIONS The follo wing con ventions are used throughout this document: NO TE Note symbol. Calls the reader’ s attention to any item of inf or mation that ma y be of special impor tance. TIP Tip symbol.
Introduction xii WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide GETTING HELP For additional support related to this de vice or document, contact Cabletron Systems using one of the follo wing methods: Before calling Cabletr.
WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 1-1 CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW This chapter describes steps for operation of the WPIM-R T1. It also briefly explains WPIM-R T1 features, ISDN, and indicates where to find the W AN protocols supported by the WPIM-R T1.
Chapter 1: Ov er view 1-2 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 1.1 WPIM-RT1 FEATURES The WPIM-R T1 extends the functionality of the W ide Area Netw ork host platform to provide a full or fractional T1 interface for the CSX400, HSIM-W6, or the HSIM-SSA710.
WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 2-1 CHAPTER 2 SETUP AND INSTALLATION The follo wing information in this chapter details the set up and installation of the WPIM-R T1 into a host platform.
Chapter 2: Setup and Installation 2-2 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 2.1.1 Unpacking the WPIM-R T1 1. Carefully remove the WPIM-RT1 from the shipping box. 2. Visually inspect the WPIM-RT1. If there are any signs of damage, contact Cabletron Systems immediately.
Installing the WPIM-RT1 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 2-3 4. Press down firmly on the WPIM-RT1 until the pins slide all the way into the connector. Ensure that the WPIM-RT1 seats flush on the standoffs. 5. Secure the WPIM-RT1 to the three standoffs with the WPIM screws.
Chapter 2: Setup and Installation 2-4 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 2.2 HOST PLATFORM LEDs The host platform displays LED indications of the WPIM-R T1’ s operation.
Connecting the W AN cable to the WPIM-RT1 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 2-5 The RJ45 cable from the WPIM-R T1 must be plugged into the W AN connection wall jack (see Figure 2-3 , belo w). The cable is not supplied with the WPIM-R T1, but may be ordered separately from Cabletron Systems, cable part number 9372094.
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WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-1 CHAPTER 3 LOCAL MANAGEMENT This chapter explains ho w to configure the WPIM-R T1 through Local Management for T1 service on the CSX400 or the HSIM-W6. Refer to the Cabletron Systems HSIM-SSA710 User’ s Guide for information on Local Management for the HSIM-SSA710.
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-2 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3.1 THE W AN PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION SCREEN T o access the W AN Physical Configuration screen, use the arro w keys to highlight the WAN SETUP menu item, then press ENTER. The screen sho wn in Figure 3-1 displays.
The W AN Physical Configuration Screen WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-3 2. Use the SPACE bar to select the appropriate WPIM, then press ENTER. The WAN Configuration screen automatically displays unique configuration fields for each WPIM as shown in Figure 3-1 .
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-4 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3.1.2 WPIM Line Configuration Fields The configuration fields displayed on the W AN Physical Configuration screen sho wn in Figure 3-1 are specific to the T1 mode of the WPIM-R T1. T1 Timeslot View (T oggle) Displays the status of the T imeslot Configuration T able.
The W AN Physical Configuration Screen WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-5 • 267-399 Ft • 400-533 Ft • 534-655 Ft T1 Loopback (Selectab le) Network Loopback is a testing procedure that se gments the line and allo ws the user to isolate faults. The selections for this field are None, Line-Loop, and Payload-Loop.
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-6 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide Figure 3-3 sho ws a sample configuration for three sites. Of the 24 T imeslots, Site #1 uses 16 to communicate with Site #2 and the remaining 8 to communicate with Site #3. This configuration v aries tremendously depending on ho w the service provider maps out the T1 T imeslots.
The W AN Interface Configuration Screen WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-7 3.2 THE W AN INTERFACE CONFIGURATION SCREEN This section describes the features of the W AN Interface Configuration screen.
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-8 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide Active Protocol (Read-Only) Displays the acti v e OSI layer protocol (Protocol Manager) chosen for the WPIM-R T1. There is one set of parameters displayed for FR, and one set for PPP . Refer to Section 3.
The W AN Interface Configuration Screen WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-9 3.2.1.2 PPP as the Protocol Mana ger Figure 3-5 W AN Interface Configuration Screen (PPP) Refer to Figure 3-5 for the follo wing parameters displayed for PPP . PPP MRU (Modifiab le) Displays the Maximum Recei ve Units that PPP can handle, modifiable by the user .
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-10 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3.2.1.3 Command Fields and Interface T able Fields SA VE (Command) Used to sav e the configuration changes. PORTS: [1-32] (Command) Interface table displays the range of circuits sho wn in the command field.
Full T1 Configuration Using PPP WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-11 3.3 FULL T1 CONFIGURATION USING PPP This section provides step-by-step instructions for configuring the WPIM-R T1 to use a full T1 circuit in a PPP en vironment. This simplified example assumes the setup sho wn in Figure 3-6 using a CSX400 with a WPIM-R T1 installed at Site #1.
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-12 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3.3.1 T1 Physical Configuration Begin the T1 configuration by accessing the W AN Physical Configuration screen through Local Management ( Figure 3-1 ). Access the W AN Physical Configuration screen from the W AN SETUP menu item in the host platform.
Full T1 Configuration Using PPP WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-13 7. Use the arrow keys to highlight T1 TX Clock Source . Press the SPACE bar to select Local (no clock source provided by telephone company) or Loop (clock source provided by telephone company), then press ENTER.
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-14 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command, then press ENTER. The message “SAVE DONE!” displays and Local Management saves the changes to memory. The W AN configuration is complete.
Fractional T1 Configuration Using PPP WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-15 The line configuration information sho wn in T able 3-2 must be supplied by the service provider . 3.4.1 T1 Physical Configuration Begin the WPIM-R T1 physical configuration by accessing the W AN Physical Configuration screen through Local Management ( Figure 3-1 ).
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-16 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide The follo wing four steps are based on information supplied by the service provider . Consult the service provider for the correct settings. 5. Use the arrow keys to highlight T1 Line Coding . Use the SPACE bar to select B8ZS or AMI , then press ENTER.
Frame Relay Configuration WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-17 3.4.2 T1 Interface Configuration The W AN Interface Configuration screen is accessed through the W AN Physical Configuration screen. Access the W AN Interface Configuration screen by using the arro w keys to highlight the WAN INT CONFIG command and press ENTER.
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-18 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide The line configuration information sho wn in T able 3-3 must be supplied by the service provider . 3.5.1 Frame Relay Ph ysical Configuration Begin the WPIM-R T1 physical configuration by accessing the W AN Physical Configuration screen through Local Management ( Figure 3-1 ).
Frame Relay Configuration WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-19 3. Insert the interface number (refer to NOTE below) into the timeslot being used. Type the number, press ENTER, then exit this field by using the arrow keys. The cursor automatically moves to the T1 Line Coding field.
Chapter 3: Local Management 3-20 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3.5.2 Frame Relay Interface Configuration Access the W AN Interface Configuration screen through the W AN Physical Configuration screen, by using the arrow keys to highlight the WAN INT CONFIG command, then press ENTER.
Frame Relay Configuration WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 3-21 The W AN configuration is complete. Communications between the WPIM-R T1 and the service provider’ s switch takes approximately one or two minutes to complete. A status of Inactive displays on a DLCI per DLCI basis by default until both ends of the DLCI are configured correctly .
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WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide A-1 APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides operating specifications and cabling information for the Cabletron Systems WPIM-R T1. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice.
Appendix A: Specifications A-2 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide A.4 T1 INTERFACE CABLING T able A-1 lists Cabletron Systems part numbers for the interface cables. A standard 20-foot cable is av ailable or the length of cable may be specified when ordering. A.
WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide B-1 APPENDIX B FCC P ART 68 - USER’ S INFORMATION The follo wing instructions are provided to ensure compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules, Part 68. 1. This device must only be connected to the ISDN Basic Rate network behind an FCC Part 68 registered channel service unit.
Appendix B: FCC P ar t 68 - User’ s Inf ormation B-2 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide 5. Under the FCC Rules, no customer is authorized to repair this equipment.
FCC Part 68 - User’s Information WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide B-3 AFFIDAVIT FOR THE CONNECTION OF CUSTOMER EQUIPMENT TO 1.544 MBPS AND/OR SUBRATE DIGITAL SERVICES For the w ork to be performed in the ce.
Appendix B: FCC P ar t 68 - User’ s Inf ormation B-4 WPIM-RT1 User’ s Guide I attest that the operator(s) maintainer(s) of the digital CPE responsible for the establishment, maintenance and adjust.
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