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iConverter 2GXM Media Converter
and
Network Interface Device
STANDALONE AND PLUG-IN MODULE
USER MANUAL
Release 3.4
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Table of Contents 1.0 Overview ....................................................................................................................3 1.1 General Description....................................................................................................3 1.1.1 Advanced Features ....................................................................................................3 2.0 Port Structure .................................................................................
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1.0 OVERVIEW This document describes the installation and configuration of the iConverter 2GXM standalone Network Interface Device and plug-in modules. The difference between the module types are indicated using the following legend throughout this User Manual: SA - Standalone PI - Plug-In 1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ® The Omnitron iConverter 2GXM Network Interface Device (NID) with integrated management provides Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-X) fiber-to-fiber media conversion. It is also a managed o
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2.0 PORT STRUCTURE 2.1 OVERVIEW The front panel of the 2GXM provides access to the management (serial console) and fiber ports. The fiber ports are SFP supporting 1000BASE-FX transceivers. The plug-in module features two additional Ethernet ports for connectivity via the chassis backplane. 2.1.1 Management Port PI SA The 2GXM features a Serial RS-232 Console Port (aka Craft Interface) which can be connected to a computer for initial setup and configuration. The Serial Console Port is acce
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19-Module Chassis 5-Module Chassis 2-Module Chassis 1-Module Redundant Chassis 3.0 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 3.1 OVERVIEW The following steps outline the installation and configuration procedures for the 2GXM. Refer to the specified sections for detailed instructions. • Configure DIP-switches (Section 3.2) • Installing the Module and Connecting Cables (Section 3.3) • Configure Module via Command Line Interface (Section 3.4) • Verify Operation (Section 3.5) When the setup and configuration pro
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3.2 CONFIGURING DIP-SWITCHES PI SA The 2GXM plug-in module has two board-mounted DIP-switches. The standalone unit has one bank of DIP-switches. The location of the DIP-switches are illustrate below. DIP-switch Locations 3.2.1 Board-Mounted Bank 1 Settings PI SA DIP-switch Bank 1 is available on both the plug-in and standalone modules. The table indicates the position of the switch; Left/Down or Right/Up. As indicated in the DIP-switch location diagram, Left and Right refers to the p
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NOTE: The fiber optic ports work in Full-Duplex mode in both Auto and Manual negotiation modes. 3.2.1.2 SW3, SW4, SW5 - Reserved These DIP-switches are for factory use only and must always remain in the Left/Down position (factory default). 3.2.1.3 SW6, SW7, SW8 - Link Modes These three DIP-switches configure the link mode settings. The following table details possible Link Mode DIP-switch configurations. PI SA SW6 SW7 SW8 Result SW6 SW7 SW8 Result Left Left Left Enables Link Segment mode (LS).
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3.2.2.3 SW3 - Pause Disable/Enable “Off/On” When the Pause enable/disable DIP-switch is in the Left “Off” position (factory default), Port 2 of the 2GXM does not send, receive and/or react to Pause frames during network congestion. Setting this DIP- switch to the Right “On” position enables Port 2 of the 2GXM to send, receive and/or react to Pause frames to/from its link partner. This enables the 2GXM to stop transmitting traffic to its link partner and store incoming frames from the other port
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3.3 INSTALLING PLUG-IN MODULES AND CONNECTING CABLES PI a. Carefully slide the module into an open slot in the chassis. Align the module with the installation guides and ensure that the module is firmly seated against the backplane. Secure the module by fastening the front panel thumbscrew (push in and turn clockwise to tighten) to the chassis front. Verify the “Pwr” LED is ON (indicating the chassis is powered). SA a. The 2GXM standalone Network Interface Device (NID) is available in tabletop
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3.4 CONFIGURE THE MODULE VIA COMMAND LINE INTERFACE PI SA To configure, attach the 2GXM to a DB-9 serial (RS-232) equipped computer with terminal emulation software such as HyperTerminal. The 2GXM Serial Console Port (DCE) is a mini DIN-6 female connector which can be changed to a DB-9 connector with the included adapter (Part #8082-0). Attach the ends of a serial cable to the serial port of the PC and the Serial Console Port of the 2GXM. This is a standard asynchronous serial interface.
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The Management Options screen will be displayed. PI SA Management Options iConverter, Serial Agent Network Management 1: Chassis and Module Management 2: Set Module Identifier Management Module Preferences 3: IP and Control Preferences 4: SNMP Preferences 5: Abandon Preference Changes 6: Save Preference Changes 7: Restore to Factory Defaults 8: Restart Management Module 9: Other Networking Features Management Module Maintenance 10: Firmware Update 11: Set Date/Time IP Add
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3.4.1 Setting IP and Control Preferences An IP address is required for the SNMP manager to address the 2GXM. The factory default setting is 192.168.1.220. The IP address can be configured manually or automatically as a DHCP client. 3.4.1.1 Setting IP Parameters Manually To manually configure the IP address and control parameters, select 3 from the Management Options screen. The IP and Control Preferences screen will appear. PI SA IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1:
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PI SA Management Options iConverter, Serial Agent Network Management 1: Chassis and Module Management 2: Set Module Identifier Management Module Preferences 3: IP and Control Preferences 4: SNMP Preferences 5: Abandon Preference Changes 6: Save Preference Changes 7: Restore to Factory Defaults 8: Restart Management Module 9: Other Networking Features Management Module Maintenance 10: Firmware Update 11: Set Date/Time IP Address = 192.168.1.220 Chassis Number = 1 Ente
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NOTE: When the NMM is installed into the chassis and is set to Remote OAM, the chassis number of the 2GXM is automatically assigned by the NMM. PI SA IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1: Set IP 192.168.1.220 2: Set Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 3: Set Gateway 192.168.1.1 4: Chassis Number 1 5: Chassis Name (also sysName) 2GXM 6: Enable/Disable TELNET Enabled 7: Enable/Disable FTP Disabled 8: Enable/Disable Soft Switch Reload Disabled 9: TELNET Password ***
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PI SA IP and Control Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent 1: Set IP 192.168.1.220 2: Set Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 3: Set Gateway 192.168.1.1 4: Chassis Number 1 5: Chassis Name (also sysName) 2GXM 6: Enable/Disable TELNET Enabled 7: Enable/Disable FTP Disabled 8: Enable/Disable Soft Switch Reload Disabled 9: TELNET Password ***** 10: FTP Password 11: Serial Password Enter Choice, Management Options Screen(0), (H)elp, E(x)it > To save the new values, select 0 and p
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PI SA SNMP Preferences Screen iConverter, Serial Agent Chassis Number = 1 SNMP Engine ID 80001CAE03000687003B19 1: sysContact Omnitron (949) 250-6510 2: sysLocation Irvine, CA USA 3: SNMP Writes Enabled SNMP v1/v2c ------------------------------------------------------------------- 4: Read Community ***** 5: Write Community ***** 6: Agent Enabled SNMP V3 -----------------------------------------------------------------------
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authNoPriv provides authentication based on the HMAC-MD5 algorithm and authPriv provides DES 56-bit encryption based on the HMAC-MD5 algorithm. To set User 1 security, select 10 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press and then follow the screen prompts. To set the User 2 security, select 13 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press and then follow the screen prompts. To set User 1 privacy password, select 11 at the SNMP Preferences screen, press and then follow the screen prom
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3.4.3 Management Processor VLAN Support The 2GXM Management Processor can independently transmit and receive Management Data with an IEEE 802.1Q tag. To enable and configure this feature, type 9 from the Management Options screen to access the Other Networking Features screen. PI SA Management Options iConverter, Serial Agent Network Management 1: Chassis and Module Management 2: Set Module Identifier Management Module Preferences 3: IP and Control Preferences 4: SNMP Preferences 5:
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3.4.4 Enabling/Disabling Soft-switch Reload The Soft-switch Reload function controls the configurations of the 2GXM and other iConverter modules managed by the 2GXM following a power up. When the Soft-switch Reload is disabled, the configurations of the 2GXM and the other managed modules (non-management modules) are determined by their hardware DIP-switch settings following the return of power. When the Soft-switch Reload is enabled, the configurations of the 2GXM and the other managed modules a
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3.4.5 Access the 2GXM Remotely Remote access to the 2GXM is provided via SNMP, Telnet, FTP or an external serial modem connected to the Serial Console Port. 3.4.5.1 Accessing the 2GXM via NetOutlook (SNMP) The 2GXM module can be remotely accessed by SNMP-client software such as NetOutlook or third-party SNMP management software. See Setting SNMP Preferences Section 3.4.2, on how to configure the required parameters. NetOutlook Chassis View and Trap Log Screens 3.4.5.2 Accessing the 2GXM via Tel
