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IntraCore 8000
Ethernet Switch
User’s Manual
August 2000
Part Number 06-00566-00
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Table of Contents Introduction ..................................................................................1-1 IntraCore Architecture Overview .................................................1-1 The Core Switching Engine .....................................................1-1 Infrastructure Connectivity .......................................................1-2 Network Management, Security, Performance, and Control ...1-2 The IntraCore Product Family .....................................
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Management Options ............................................................... 2-13 Out-of-Band Management .................................................... 2-13 In-Band Management ........................................................... 2-14 Configuration ............................................................................... 3-1 Local Management Interface ...................................................... 3-2 Logging In ..................................................
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Unicast Forwarding Database Configuration ............................3-33 Current Settings .....................................................................3-34 Displaying the Forwarding Database .....................................3-34 Searching for a MAC Address ...............................................3-36 Setting the MAC Address Age-Out Time ...............................3-37 Image File Downloading Configuration .....................................3-38 Image Downloading Through
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Configuring Port Lock and Intruder Lock .............................. 4-15 Setting the Intruder Trap ....................................................... 4-17 Inserting/Modifying a Port Trusted MAC Address ................. 4-17 Resetting Security to Defaults ............................................... 4-17 VLAN Management .................................................................. 4-18 VLAN Specifications for the IntraCore 8000 ......................... 4-18 Other VLAN Features i
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VLAN Button .............................................................................5-14 Port Configuration ..................................................................5-14 VLAN Configuration ..............................................................5-15 Duplicate IP Button ...................................................................5-19 Technical Support ....................................................................... A-1 Contacting Technical Support ..............
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1 Introduction This chapter introduces the IntraCore architecture, then gives a description of the chassis and the various modules that can be installed in the IntraCore 8000. There are also tables of the key features, default settings, and specifications of the IntraCore 8000, and explanations of the different LED indicators used by the various modules. IntraCore Architecture Overview Asanté has developed the IntraCore™ Architecture to meet the needs of multi-service networks that support
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Introduction Infrastructure Connectivity The second key element of the architecture is Infrastructure Connectivity. IntraCore specifies standards based, high performance, cost effective technologies for connectivity among devices in the network. In the LAN – At the network edge, Layer 2 switched 10/100/1000 Ethernet meets the requirements for high-speed connectivity of desktop computers and scalable, cost effective data transmission for trunks to the network core. In the network core, Layer
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The IntraCore Product Family Manage- Perfor- Feature Security Control ment mance Web Browser Management Supported SNMP, RMON Supported Supported Supported Standard MIsS Supported Supported Supported 802.1P Priority Supported Supported 802.1Q VLAN Tagging Supported Supported Supported 802.1D – Spanning Tree Supported Supported Supported IGMP V1, V2 Snooping Supported Supported RSVP Snooping Supported Supported GARP Multicast Registration Supported Supported Duplicate IP addr. detection Supporte
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Introduction operation and management allowing customers to seamlessly deploy any model in their network. Edge Switches Edge Switches provide the first point of connectivity to the network. Connecting to an Enterprise Switch in the network core, Edge Switches provide aggregation of traffic from desktop computers over high capacity trunks. The initial product introduced in the Edge Switch category is the IntraCore 8000. The IntraCore 8000 is a stackable, high performance solution for enterpr
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The IntraCore 8000 The IntraCore 8000 The IntraCore 8000 is a stackable, high performance solution for enterprise edge applications. Each stack supports up to 192 10/100Mbps switched Ethernet connections for cost-effective high-density connectivity in wiring closets. The system can operate as a stand-alone network or be used in combination with an IntraCore 8000 in the backbone. Figure 1-1 IntraCore 8000 Front Panel Expansion Modules The following modules can be used to extend the capabili
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Introduction Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module This module provides a slot for a switched Gigabit Ethernet port. Each module occupies a single slot and has a GBIC port that accepts Asanté or third party GBIC interfaces. The following subsections describe the possible GBIC interfaces. Figure 1-3 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Module 1000Base SX GBIC This module provides a GBIC interface with SC-type fiber connectors. The interface supports 62.5 and 50 micron multimode fiber media. The 62.5 micron mu
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Features Features The following table lists the major features of the IntraCore 8000 switch. Feature Description Media Flexibility Expansion module options include 8-port 10/100 Base-TX switched Ethernet modules and single-port Gigabit Ethernet modules with GBIC slots. High Density Supports up to 192 10/100 switched Ethernet ports or up to 3 switched Gigabit Ethernet ports and 24 10/100 switched Ether- net ports in a single stacking unit. This saves space in crowded equipment rooms. ASIC-Ba
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Introduction Feature (Cont.) Description (Cont.) Security Node summary tracks MAC and IP addresses per device, for multiple devices on each port. The Port Security feature pro- vides per-port security, allowing the network manager to spec- ify which MAC is authorized on each port. Only the device with that MAC address is allowed to connect to that specific port. Web Based Manage- Built-in Web-based interface is provided for chassis manage- ment ment, module management, port-level control, an
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Defaults and Specifications Defaults and Specifications The IntraCore 8000 is shipped with the following factory default settings and specifications: Configuration Default Setting Backplane Speed 16Gbps/stack unit, up to 80Gbps in a 4 unit stack. Switching Method Store-and-forward Forwarding Rates: Switched 10Mbps = 14,880 pps (64 byte packets) Switched 100Mbps = 148,810 pps Switched 1000Mbps = 1,488,100 pps Buffer Size 4MB MAC Address Table 8K Full-Duplex Standards based Auto-negotiation enabl
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Introduction LEDs The following indicator lights are used on the various modules of the IntraCore 8000. LED Color and Meaning Stacking (to left of modules) Power Green - Power is on when lit Stack Number Specifies IntraCore 8000 Unit – #1 is bottom unit Stack CPU Specifies IntraCore 8000 unit with management CPU Matrix Board Present Indicates whether or not current unit has the Matrix module for the other units in the stack MII Present Indicates whether or not a Media Independent Interface mo
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2 Installation and Setup This chapter explains how to install, connect, and configure the IntraCore 8000 chassis and modules to work with your network. It also explains how to set up your IntraCore 8000 for management, either from a console, via telnet, via SNMP, or by using a Web browser. Installation Guidelines The following guidelines will help you prepare to install your IntraCore 8000 in such a way that it has the proper power supply and environment. Power Requirements The source electr
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Installation and Setup Installation Overview The table below describes the steps needed to install the IntraCore 8000. The steps that are optional are labeled “optional” and the steps that are required are labeled “required.” The sections that follow explain each step in detail. Step Action to Be Taken Open the box and check the contents. See the Package Contents sheet 1 (Required) for a complete list of the items included with your IntraCore 8000. Install the IntraCore 8000 chassis in an equ
