Cabletron-systems Expansion module 9H532-17 User Manual

9033184-01 SmartSwitch 90009H531-17 & 9H532-1717 Port Fast Ethernet ModuleUser’s Guide

Contentsviii Performance...5-1Regulatory Compliance

1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction The 9H531-17 and 9H532-17, shown in Figure 1-1, are SmartSwitch ® Modules for the SmartSwitch 9000. The 9H531-17 and 9H53

Introduction1-2 Figure 1-1. The 9H531-17 and 9H532-17FAST ENET9H531-1716151413121110987654321FAST ENET9H532-1716151413121110987654321

1-3Introduction Auto-Negotiation - Speed/Duplex Mode The twisted pair ports on the front panel of the 9H532-17 module have the ability to auto-negoti

Introduction1-4 SmartTrunk SmartTrunk, also referred to as SmartTrunking, is Cabletron Systems’ terminology for load balancing or load sharing. Smart

1-5Introduction Cabletron Systems RMON Actions is a vendor-specific extension of RMON and provides the ability to set an “Action” on any SNMP MIB vari

Introduction1-6 Switching Options The 9H531-17 and 9H532-17 provide IEEE Standard-based 802.1 switching or SecureFast Switching Virtual Network Servi

1-7Introduction Optional HSIM and VHSIM The modules provide a slot for an optional High Speed Interface Module (HSIM) or Very High Speed Interface Mo

Introduction1-8 HSIM-W85 User’s GuideHSIM-W87 User’s GuideVHSIM-A6DP User’s GuideVHSIM-G6 User’s Guide Getting Help For additional support related to

2-1 Chapter 2 Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module Unpacking the Module 1. Carefully remove the module from the shipping box. (Save the box and pac

Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module2-2 2. Attach the antistatic wrist strap (refer to the instructions outlined on the antistatic wrist strap pack

2-3Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module Figure 2-1. User-Accessible ComponentsSMB-1PROMFlash SIMMSocket32 MBDRAMi960 ProcessorDIP SwitchBoot PROM12

Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module2-4 An eight-position DIP switch is located on the module card as shown in Figure 2-1. The function of the swit

2-5Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module Using DIP Switch 6 The purpose of DIP switch 6 is to force a Flash download from a BootP server through the

Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module2-6 Installing the Module into the SmartSwitch 9000 Chassis To install the SmartSwitch 9000 module, follow the

2-7Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module Figure 2-2. Installing the 9H531-17 and 9H532-17 Modules7FLNK8FLNKFLNK10FLNKINS11FLNKINS12RXTXRXTXRXCircuit

Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module2-8 The Reset Switch The Reset switch is located under the top plastic tab as shown in Figure 2-3.Use the reset

2-9Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module Cabling Requirements 10BASE-T Network When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to the front panel ports of a 9H53

Installing the SmartSwitch 9000 Module2-10

3-1Chapter 3Technical OverviewSmartSwitch ArchitectureThe SmartSwitch Architecture of the 9H531-17 and 9H532-17 modules, as shown in Figure 3-1, are c

iNotice NOTICE Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior n

Technical Overview3-2Figure 3-1. Block DiagramINBABi960ProcessorSmartSwitchFabricVHSIMINBASICSMB 1SMB 10EthernetControllerDiagnosticControllerSmartSwi

3-3Technical OverviewSystem Management BusesThere are two management channels within the SmartSwitch 9000 system: the SMB-1 and the SMB-10. These buse

Technical Overview3-4System Diagnostic ControllerThis diagnostic controller is composed of a Z-80 microprocessor and its supporting logic. The diagnos

4-1Chapter 4LANVIEW LEDsThe front panel LANVIEW LEDs indicate the status of the module and may be used as an aid in troubleshooting. Figure 4-1 shows

LANVIEW LEDs4-2Figure 4-1. The LANVIEW LEDs (9H532-17 shown) and LED Mode SwitchThe functions of the two System Status LEDs, System Management Bus (SM

4-3LANVIEW LEDsThe functions of the INB transmit LED are listed in Table 4-2.The functions of the INB receive LED are listed in Table 4-3.The function

LANVIEW LEDs4-4The functions of the Speed and Full Duplex LEDs are list in Table 4-6 and Table 4-7. These LED indications are only valid when the LED

5-1Chapter 5SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsCPUsPowerPCIntel i960 RISC-based microprocessorMemory8 MB Flash Memory (expandable to 16 MB)32 MB DRAM

Specifications5-2Regulatory ComplianceThis equipment meets the following safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements:Safety UL 1950, CS

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iiiNotice 6. EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY. Except as may be specifically provided by Cabletron in writing, Cabletron makes no warranty, expressed or implie

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vNotice 4. EXPORT REQUIREMENTS. You understand that Cabletron and its Affiliates are subject to regulation by agencies of the U.S. Government, includ

Noticevi DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC73/23/EEC Manufacturer’s Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc. Manufacturer

vii Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Features..........................