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HSIM-FE6
User’s Guide
Title Page
FEPIM 1 FEPIM 2 HSIM-FE6
SP
9032555-03
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Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures. 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 INCIDE
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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 par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
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Notice CABLETRON SOFTWARE PROGRAM LICENSE 1. 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. 2. OTHER RESTRICTIONS. You may not reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the Program. 3. APPLICABLE LAW. This
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Notice SAFETY INFORMATION CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS THE HSIM-FE6 GIGABIT ETHERNET MODULES USE CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS. READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THESE ADAPTERS. The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to maintain Class 1 operation limits. This control loop eliminates the need for maintenance checks or adjustments. The output is factory set, and does not allow any user adjustment. Class 1 laser transceivers compl
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Notice DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(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 Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari European Representative Address: Cabletron Systems Limited Nexus House, Newbury Business Park London Road, Newbury Berkshire RG13 2PZ, England Conformance to Directive(s)/Product Standards: EC Directive 89/336/EEC EC Dir
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CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Using This Manual....................................................................... 1-1 1.2 Overview...................................................................................... 1-2 1.2.1 Connectivity .................................................................... 1-2 1.2.2 Local Management ......................................................... 1-2 1.2.3 Full Duplex Switched Ethernet........................................ 1
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Contents viii HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide
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FIGURES Figure Page 1-1 HSIM-FE6................................................................................. 1-1 2-1 Removing the FEPIM Coverplate............................................. 2-3 2-2 Installing the FEPIM ................................................................. 2-4 2-3 Removing the HSIM Coverplate............................................... 2-6 2-4 Installing the HSIM-F
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TABLES Table Page 1-1 FEPIM Options .........................................................................1-3 3-1 HSIM-FE6 LEDs .......................................................................3-2 3-2 10/100 LED Indications When RX LED Is On...........................3-3 3-3 10/100 LED Indications When RX LED Is Off...........................3-3 x HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide
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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide. This manual describes the HSIM-FE6 and provides information concerning features, installation, troubleshooting, and specifications. A general working knowledge of Ethernet and data communications networks and their physical layer components is helpful when installing this device. The HSIM-FE6 has two Fast Ethernet ports in which Cabletron Systems Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules (FEPIMs) can be
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Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 3, LANVIEW LEDs, describes how to use the HSIM-FE6 LEDs to monitor the HSIM performance and status. Appendix A, Specifications, lists the operating specifications and regulatory compliance of the HSIM-FE6. Appendix B, FEPIM Specifications, describes the FEPIM specifications and regulatory compliance. 1.2 OVERVIEW The HSIM-FE6 extends the functionality of certain Cabletron Systems interface modules or standalone devices by providing high-speed
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FEPIM Options 1.3 FEPIM OPTIONS The FEPIM options for the HSIM-FE6 are listed in Table 1-1. Check the Release Notes with the host platform for changes or additions to this list. Table 1-1 FEPIM Options Part Number Connector Media type FE-100TX RJ45 category 5 unshielded twisted pair FE-100FX SC fiber multimode fiber FE-100F3 SC fiber single mode fiber 1.4 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to a
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Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5 GETTING HELP For additional support related to this device or document, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center: http://www.cabletron.com/ World Wide Web For technical support, select Service and Support Phone (603) 332-9400 Internet mail support@ctron.com FTP ctron.com (134.141.197.25) anonymous Login Password your email address BBS (603) 335-3358 Modem setting 8N1: 8 data bits, No parity, 1 stop bit To send comments or sug
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Related Documentation 1.6 RELATED DOCUMENTATION The documentation for the host device in which the HSIM-FE6 is to be installed provides additional information about the setup of the HSIM-FE6. This user’s guide references procedures in these documents, where appropriate, but does not repeat them. These documents can be obtained on the World Wide Web in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) at the following site: http://www.cabletron.com/ HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide 1-5
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Chapter 1: Introduction 1-6 HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide
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CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION To install the HSIM-FE6 the following items are required: • Antistatic wrist strap • Phillips screwdriver • Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules (FEPIMs) in the appropriate media Before attempting to use the HSIM-FE6 you should be familiar NOTE with the IEEE 802.3, 802.3 10BASE-T, and 802.3u 100BASE-T Specifications. 2.1 UNPACKING THE HSIM-FE6 The HSIM-FE6 and the host platform are sensitive to static discharges. Use an antistatic strap and ob
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Chapter 2: Installation 2.2 INSTALLING FAST ETHERNET (PORT) INTERFACE MODULES Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures. Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules (FEPIMs) must be installed in the HSIM-FE6 before installing the HSIM-FE6 in the host device. The FEPIMs provide connectivity to the network. At least one FEPIM must be installed in either port one or port two. To install an FEPIM in the HSIM-FE6, proceed as follows: The FEPIM and the HSIM-FE6 are sensitiv
