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SmartSwitch 9000
9T122-24
User’s Guide
9031206-02
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Notice 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 INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER
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Notice FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable p
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Notice DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ADDENDUM 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/
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Features........................................................................................................................... 1-1 Related Manuals............................................................................................................ 1-4 Getting Help .................................................................................................................. 1-4 Chapter 2 Installation Installing the MicroLAN Module .......
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Chapter 1 Introduction The 9T122-24 MicroLAN™ Switch Module, shown in Figure 1-1, is a three port Token Ring bridge and router module. This module supports either one token ring with 24 HUB connections, or two separate Token Rings with 12 HUB connections, and an interface to the FNB backplane. Features Processor The 9T122-24 is equipped with an advanced Intel i960 microprocessor. This microprocessor provides a platform for all management functions within a scalable RISC-base
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Introduction Management Information Base (MIB) Support The 9T122-24 module provides MIB support including: • IETF MIB II (RFC 1213) • IETF RMON MIB (RFC 1271 and 1513) • IETF Bridge MIBs (RFC 1493 and 1525) • IEEE 802.5 Token Ring MIB (RFC 1231) • Cabletron Enterprise MIBs For a complete list of supported MIBs, refer to the release notes provided in the NOTE module package. Ring Security This feature prevents unauthorized stations from attaching to the ring. Using Local or Remot
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Introduction TOKEN RING 9T122-24 SMB CPU FNB 1 2 16 Mb 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Figure 1-1. The 9T122-24 MicroLAN Module 1-3
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Introduction Related Manuals The manuals listed below should be used to supplement the procedures and technical data contained in this manual. SmartSwitch 9000 Installation Guide SmartSwitch 9000 Operations Guide SmartSwitch 9000 9C300-1 Environmental Module User’s Guide SmartSwitch 9000 9C214-1 AC Power Supply User’s Guide SmartSwitch 9000 Local Management User’s Guide Getting Help For additional support related to this device or document, contact the Cabletron Systems Global
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Chapter 2 Installation Installing the MicroLAN Module The SmartSwitch 9000 MicroLAN Module may be installed into any of the 14 slots that are available. To install, follow the steps below: 1. Switch off the power supplies and remove all power from the SmartSwitch 9000 chassis. 2. Remove the blank panels, covering the slots that the module is being mounted in. All other slots must be covered, if modules are not being installed, to ensure proper airflow and cooling. 3. Carefully remove th
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Installation Plastic Tab Jack for ESD Wrist Strap Metal Back-Panel Module Module Guides Warning: Ensure that the circuit card is between the card guides. Lock down the top and bottom plastic tabs at the same time, applying even pressure. Figure 2-1. Installing the MicroLAN Module 2-2
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Installation The Reset Switch The Reset switch is located on the front panel, under the top plastic tab as shown in Figure 2-2. It serves two functions: • Pressing the reset switch twice within three seconds causes the processor (i960) to reset. • Pressing and holding the switch on for three or more seconds causes the module to shutdown. Pressing and holding again for three seconds restarts the module. SNMP management may be used to disable this switch to enhance module security. Rese
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Installation User-Accessible Components Figure 2-3 shows the various components that are accessible to the user. These consist of an eight-position dip switch (explained in the next section), replaceable PROMs and sockets for RAM. These will be used for future upgrades. SMB-1 PROM i960 Processor Flash SIMM Socket DIP Switch Boot PROM Shared Packet Memory SIMM Local Program Memory SIMM Socket Figure 2-3. User Accessible Components 2-4
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Installation Setting the Module Card DIP Switch An eight-switch DIP switch is located on the module card as shown in Figure 2-3 and in Figure 2-4. The function of the switches are listed in Table 2-1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 2-4. Location of Module DIP Switch 2-5
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Installation See the Cautions at the end of this table. Table 2-1. Function of DIP Switch Switch Function Description When toggled, this switch clears user-entered passwords stored in NVRAM, and restores the 1 8 Clear Password default passwords. Once reset you can use the defaults or enter new passwords. The module uses NVRAM to store user entered parameters such as IP addresses, device name, etc. To reset these parameters to the factory defaults, 2 7 Clear NVRA
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Installation Multi-Ring Out Capability Any port of the module may be configured as a ring-out port through management software. In this configuration a stand-alone passive concentrator (such as an IBM 8228) may be added to the ring as shown in Figure 2-5. This allows for a star-wired network with the SmartSwitch 9000 at the center. Consult the SmartSwitch 9000 Local Management Guide for information on configuring the ports. TOKEN RING 9T122-24 SMB CPU FNB 9T122-24 2 1 16 Mb 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Installation 2-8
