Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product STHI Cabletron Systems
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CABLETRON SYSTEMS, P. O. Box 5005 Rochester, NH 03866-5005 STHI INTELLIGENT T OKEN RING ST A CKABLE HUB USER’S GUIDE.
NOTICE iii NOTICE 1 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.
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CONTENTS vii CHAPTER 1 Introduction 1.1 Contents of This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.2 STHI Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 1.2.1 LANVIEW LEDs . . . . . . . . . . .
CONTENTS viii 3.1.4 Rack-Mounting the STHI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 3.1.5 Wall-Mounting the STHI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 3.1.6 Free-Standing Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 3.1.7 Connecting the STHI to the Power Source .
CONTENTS ix 5.5.1 Trap Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 5.5.2 Trap Community Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 5.5.3 Enable Traps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13 5.6 The Chassis Status View Screen .
CONTENTS x A.3.1 TPIM-F2 for Multimode Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3 A.3.2 TPIM-F3 for Single Mode Fiber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Appendix B Media Specifications B.1 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Page 1-1 CHAPTER 1 Introduction Welcome to the Cabletron Systems STHI Intelligent Stackable Token Ring Hub User’s Guide . Please read through this manual to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of the STHI. A general knowledge of IEEE 802.
STHI Overview Page 1-2 Figure 1-1. Front and Back Views of the STHI-24 The STHI may be installed as a fully managed stand-alone device, or it may be stacked with up to four STH hubs, each of which adds 12 or 24 TCU ports to the LAN, bringing the total count to a maximum of 120 managed TCU ports in the stack.
STHI Overview Page 1-3 1.2.2 TCU Ports The four STHI models are functionally identical with the exception of the number and type of network ports they offer: Each STHI is equipped with TCU ports fitte.
STHI Overview Page 1-4 Active Circuitry 3 On each TCU port, STHI hubs provide active circuitry which filters, equalizes, and amplifies all received signals before transmitting them to the next point on the ring. The result is enhanced signal integrity and extended maximum station lobe cable distances.
STHI Overview Page 1-5 1.2.4 Hub-By-Hub Bypass Control Unless otherwise configured by a user, all hubs in an STH/STHI stack are interconnected to form a continuous Token Ring.
STHI Overview Page 1-6 Improved Protection from Beaconing 1 By utilizing multiple Ring Out TCU ports, users can provide enhanced reliability for existing networks which use passive MAUs because Ring Out TCU ports allow for the separate attachment of each MAU.
STHI Overview Page 1-7 Figure 1-2. Improved Beacon Recovery Resolution for MAUs (8 Stations) (8 Stations) (8 Stations) (8 Stations) STHi TCUs Ring Out Ring Out Ring Out Ring Out Multi-Station Access U.
Related Manuals Page 1-8 1.2.9 Local Management The STHI hub’s Local Management application displays packet and error statistics for the entire stack, for each individual device, or for individual ports, and enables the user to provide management support for the STHI and all its attached segments.
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Page 2-1 CHAPTER 2 Requirements & Specifications This chapter describes network guidelines, power requirements, and operating specifications for the STHI. Before performing the installation, read this chapter and confirm that the network meets the requirements and conditions specified herein.
General Networking Considerations Page 2-2 Crosstalk 2 Crosstalk is interference caused by signal coupling between different cable pairs contained within a multi-pair cable bundle. Multi-pair cables should not be used for UTP lobe cabling. Avoid mixing Token Ring signals with other applications (voice, etc.
Operating Specifications Page 2-3 • UTP cables that contain Token Ring signals should not be simultaneously used for applications which may impress high voltages (greater than 5 volts) with sharp rise or fall times, since the noise coupling from such signals could directly cause errors on the Token Ring network.
Operating Specifications Page 2-4 Shield continuity is maintained by contacts within the female RJ45 that contact the metallic casing of the male RJ45 on the STP lobe cable. The COM port is a female RJ45 connector supporting EIA RS232C connections via cables with pinout configurations as specified in Figure 2-2 or Figure 2-3.
Operating Specifications Page 2-5 2.2.3 Supported MIB Groups The STHI provides access to the following Management Information Base groups and their respective functionality: Standard MIBs 1 • MIB-2 .
Operating Specifications Page 2-6 When cancelling a MIB override, the user may have to reset twice (as described in the steps below) to actually change the STHI hub’s ring speed by the switch. To return to switch control from a MIB-overridden Ring Speed setting: 1.
Operating Specifications Page 2-7 2.2.7 Computing Hardware Operating System Memory: 2.0 MB Internal Processor: Intel i960 operating at 16 MHz Non-Volatile RAM: 128 KB with battery back-up EPROM: 128 KB FLASH MEMORY: 1 MB 2.
Page 3-1 CHAPTER 3 Installation This chapter outlines the procedure for installing the STHI. Confirm that the network meets the guidelines and requirements outlined in Chapter 2, Requirements & Specifications , before installing the STHI. 3.1 Installing the STHI The STHI may be installed as a stand-alone hub or as part of a stack.
Installing the STHI Page 3-2 3.1.2 Stacking the STHI The rear panel of the STHI has four STACK ports exclusively reserved for connections to STH modules.
Installing the STHI Page 3-3 Figure 3-2. Installing the Rack-Mount Brackets 3. With the mounting brackets installed, position the STHI between the vertical frame members of the 19-inch rack and fasten it securely with the mounting screws as shown in Figure 3-3.
Installing the STHI Page 3-4 Figure 3-4. Installing the Wall-Mounting Brackets 2. Select a wall location for the STHI within 7 feet of a power outlet. Potential SHOCK HAZARD : Select a wall location where pilot holes for screws will not intersect with electrical wiring in the wall.
Installing the STHI Page 3-5 Figure 3-5. Wall-mounting the STHI 3.1.6 Free-Standing Installations For a free-standing shelf of table-top installation, install the STHI on an unrestricted free surface area 21 inches wide, 18 inched deep, and 6 inches high, within 7 feet of its power source, as shown in Figure 3-6.
TPIM Installation Page 3-6 3.1.7 Connecting the STHI to the Power Source Plug one end of the power cord into the back panel of the STHI and connect the other end into a grounded wall outlet. Verify that the PWR LED is on, indicating that the STHI is receiving power.
Page 4-1 CHAPTER 4 T roubleshooting This chapter contains instructions for using LANVIEW LEDs to troubleshoot physical layer network problems. 4.1 LANVIEW LED Signals The STHI incorporates the Cabletron Systems LANVIEW Status Monitoring and Diagnostics System.
Trouble Resolution Page 4-2 4.2 Trouble Resolution If this section does not guide the user to a solution, please contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support (see Section 1.4, Getting Help .) Loss Of Power 1 If the STHI is having power problems, check the power delivery system (power cable, power outlet, circuit breaker, fuse).
The Reset Button Page 4-3 Management Failure 4 If the MGMT LED is red, try resetting the STHI. If this does not resolve the problem, contact Cabletron Systems Tech Support. Meanwhile, the STHI will continue to operate, but will not provide Beacon Recovery or statistical monitoring.
NVRAM Reset Switch Page 4-4 4.4 NVRAM Reset Switch The STHI incorporates a recessed NVRAM Reset switch (see Figure 4-2) which initializes NVRAM, the nonvolatile random access memory. To use it, toggle the switch and then reset the STHI. This clears all user configurations and settings and returns the STHI to its factory defaults.
Page 5-1 CHAPTER 5 Local Management This chapter explains how to set up a console to access the STHI’s Local Management interface (LM) and explains how to use LM screens and commands. Users wishing to skip instructions for connecting a management terminal to the STHI may proceed directly to Section 5.
Accessing LM Page 5-2 5.1.1 Dumb Terminal Configuration Configure the LM console according to the parameter settings defined in Table 5-1. On VT100/200/300 series terminals, press F3 to access the Setup Directory. For setup parameters not listed in the following table, any selection should be acceptable.
Accessing LM Page 5-3 5.1.2 Console Cable Configuration Connect the console cable to the STHI as follows: 1. Attach the male RJ45 connector to the COM port of the STHI.
Using LM Screens Page 5-4 bottom line of the screen, then the Main Menu screen shown in Figure 5-2 appears. Figure 5-2. Main Menu with Screen Anatomy Labels As a precaution against unauthorized access, if LM detects no keyboard activity for 15 minutes, it closes the current session and returns to the Password screen.
Using LM Screens Page 5-5 Setting or Modifying Fields 2 The Field Sensitive Help Line offers help while certain fields are selected. The Event Message Line reports the status of certain field-related actions (e.g.: “Saved OK” or “Bad Value”). 1.
Using LM Screens Page 5-6 5.2.2 Screen Hierarchy Figure 5-3 illustrates the organization of the entire LM screen system. Figure 5-3. LM Screen Hierarchy The Main Menu screen offers access to the Device Setup screen, the Device Status screen, the Device Statistics screen, and the SNMP Tool screen.
Using LM Screens Page 5-7 SNMP Traps 3 The SNMP Traps screen (Section 5.5) is used to designate which Network Management Workstations will receive SNMP traps from the STHI, and to provide those stations with community names for access to various MIBs.
The System Level Screen Page 5-8 5.3 The System Level Screen Access the System Level screen (Figure 5-4) from the Device Setup menu. Figure 5-4. System Level Screen 5.3.1 System Date and System Time Use these fields to set the correct date and time. Type the date into the field in a MM/DD/YY format for the date, and HH:MM:SS for the time.
The System Level Screen Page 5-9 5.3.3 Subnet Mask The Subnet Mask determines how the STHI directs SNMP Trap messages (discussed in Section 5.5). The mask defines the portion of the trap destination’s IP address to be compared to the IP address of the STHI.
The System Level Screen Page 5-10 5.3.5 Enable Beacon Recovery This field allows the user to enable or disable the STHI’s Advanced Beacon Recovery Process (ABRP).
The SNMP Community Names Screen Page 5-11 Retry Interval 2 The Retry Interval field determines the duration between automatic retries of RI/RO ports disabled by ABRP. Intervals are selectable to a resolution of 7 seconds between ring port retry attempts.
The SNMP Community Names Screen Page 5-12 The SNMP Community Names screen enables the user to establish or modify the community names which serve as passwords to LM and to determine the level of security access the LM user is accorded. 5.4.1 Community Name Use these fields to define community name strings.
The SNMP Traps Screen Page 5-13 5.5 The SNMP Traps Screen Access the System Level screen (Figure 5-6) from the Device Setup menu. Figure 5-6. SNMP Traps Screen The SNMP Traps screen is used to provide.
The Chassis Status View Screen Page 5-14 5.6 The Chassis Status View Screen Access the Chassis Status View screen (Figure 5-7) from the Device Status menu.
The Chassis Status View Screen Page 5-15 • OPERATIONAL (read-only) lists each port’s operational status. • ADMINISTRATIVE allows the user to enable/disable ports and to place entire hubs in bypass mode. • RING OUT ENABLE allows the user to set TCU ports to station or Ring Out operational configurations.
The Chassis Status View Screen Page 5-16 <–B–> Attached left/right & Bypassed - This STH is bypassed from the stack’s common ring. The ring connection is continued by neighbor hubs in both directions. |–––> Attached right - This STH is connected to the stack’s common ring.
The Chassis Status View Screen Page 5-17 Each port field (whether TPIM or TCU) may be set as follows: ON The port is enabled and will allow insertion. OFF The port is disabled.
The Chassis Status View Screen Page 5-18 RING OUT ENABLE Mode 2 With the Chassis Status View screen in RING OUT ENABLE mode (Figure 5-9), all Port Status fields become toggle fields which allow the user to set the current configuration of each TCU port to either station or Ring Out.
The Chassis Status View Screen Page 5-19 OPERATIONAL Mode 3 In OPERATIONAL mode (Figure 5-7), the Chassis Status View screen is read-only, displaying the operational status of all ports throughout the stack. The possible states for Ring ports differ from those for STN TCUs.
The Component Status Screen Page 5-20 5.6.4 NEXT and PREVIOUS The Chassis Status View screen lists ports in ranges of 12 at a time. Use the NEXT and PREVIOUS screen commands to view ports from the next or previous range. 5.6.5 ENABLE ALL PORTS Invoke this screen command to enable all ports in the stack.
The Device Statistics Screen Page 5-21 components, whether optionally available or included with the STHI, are listed on the Component Status View screen.
The Device Statistics Screen Page 5-22 This read only screen enables the user to monitor the performance of the managed network. The error statistics provided here can be useful in the diagnosis of LAN problems. The counters are updated at each screen refresh.
The Device Statistics Screen Page 5-23 5.8.3 General Counter Fields (Group 1) Frames Received 1 This displays the number of frames received by the STHI.
The Device Statistics Screen Page 5-24 Ring Status 2 This displays the status of the ring to which the STHI is currently connected: if the STHI is bypassed, it refers only to the STHI hub’s internal ring; otherwise, it refers to the stack’s common ring.
The Device Statistics Screen Page 5-25 5.8.5 Isolating Errors Fields (Group 3) Frames reporting isolating errors provide information that can be used to determine the physical domain of a fault. These errors are common soft errors, meaning that they are to be expected and can be overcome by normal Token Ring operations.
The Device Statistics Screen Page 5-26 Internal Errors 5 Internal errors may be detected by the adapter’s hardware and/or firmware. These errors cause the adapter to remove itself from the ring and indicate a problem with the adapter hardware or firmware.
The SNMP Tool Screen Page 5-27 Token Errors 4 A Token Error may indicate that an active monitor either has detected a recirculating frame or token, or has found that its Timer Valid Transmission (TVX) time has expired before any token has been detected circulating on the ring (i.
The SNMP Tool Screen Page 5-28 IP address; another contains the current operational status of TCU port number 6. To access a specific bit of information, the user specifies an object identifier (OID) .
The SNMP Tool Screen Page 5-29 • Enter an ‘=’ followed by the complete OID. This bypasses the OID prepend specified above, enabling the user to digress from the current MIB branch and access MIB leaves on other branches. If the user enters =4.1.
The SNMP Tool Screen Page 5-30 5.9.6 WALK WALK functions like an automatically repeating STEP , rapidly scrolling through a MIB leaf by leaf from a user-specified OID without requiring the user to initiate each step. WALK steps continuously until either the user stops the process or the list ends.
The SNMP Tool Screen Page 5-31 2. After “<SET> OID (=|F9)” appears, specify an OID by the same methods used in the GET procedure: 3. Press the Return key. If there is no instance of that OID, “MIB NO INSTANCE” will appear; otherwise “DATA TYPE:” appears.
The SNMP Tool Screen Page 5-32 • ctDLCommitRAMtoFlash - 1.3.6.1.4.1.52.4.1.5.8.1.2.0 Cabletron’s Download Commit RAM to Flash OID determines whether the downloaded image will be committed to Flash memory after a successful download. Set this integer value to 1 to commit the downloaded image to Flash (or 0 to disable).
Page A-1 APPENDIX A TPIM Specifications A.1 Overview Token Ring Port Interface Modules (TPIMs) are media adapter cards which extend network connections onto a variety of media. When installed into Ring In and Ring Out ports, TPIMs support the expansion of a Token Ring from the host module into other devices.
Fiber Optic TPIM Specifications Page A-2 Figure A-1. TPIM-T1/T2/T4 Pinouts for Ring In. Figure A-2. TPIM-T1/T2/T4 Pinouts for Ring Out. A.3 Fiber Optic TPIM Specifications TPIM-F2 and TPIM-F3 support Multimode and Single Mode Fiber Optic cabling respectively.
Fiber Optic TPIM Specifications Page A-3 Figure A-3. The TPIM-F2 Faceplate. A.3.1 TPIM-F2 for Multimode Fiber The TPIM-F2 connector supports Multimode Fiber Optic Cabling. The transmitter power and receive sensitivity levels given in Table A-2 are Peak Power Levels after optical overshoot.
Fiber Optic TPIM Specifications Page A-4 A.3.2 TPIM-F3 for Single Mode Fiber The TPIM-F3 connector supports Single Mode Fiber Optic cabling. Transmitter Power decreases as temperatures rise. Use the Output Power Coefficient (-0.15 dBm) to calculate increased or decreased power output for the operating environment.
Fiber Optic TPIM Specifications Page A-5 The transmitter power levels given in Table A-3 are Peak Power Levels after optical overshoot. A Peak Power Meter is required to correctly compare the values given above to those measured on any particular port.
Page B-1 APPENDIX B Media Specifications Use of the STHI may involve a variety of cable types. The STHI hub’s network ports support either Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) or Unshielded Twisted Pair (UT.
Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Page B-2 Categories 4 and 5 are higher quality versions of category 3. They use the same gauge of wire but demonstrate superior performance due to improvements in material quality and assembly (e.g. more twists per foot).
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Page B-3 Some UTP category 3 cables fail to meet the performance minimums required to support a Token Ring network. Whereas category 3 allows for near end crosstalk (NEXT) loss as low as 23 dB per 100 m at 16 Mbps, Token Ring performance requirements demand a NEXT loss of at least 30.
Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Page B-4 IBM Type 6 consists of two STP of 26 AWG stranded wire for data. Because of its high attenuation, Type 6 is used only in patch panels or to connect devices to/from wall jacks . Attenuation for Type 6 cable is 3/2 x Type 1 cable (attenuation for 66 m of Type 6 = attenuation for 100 m of Type 1).
Single Mode and Multimode Fiber Optic Cabling Page B-5 B.3 Single Mode and Multimode Fiber Optic Cabling TPIM models F2 and F3 support multimode and singlemode fiber optic cable respectively. Table B-5 below defines total signal attenuation tolerances for fiber cabling.
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