3Com 3C13701 Module Manual
3Com 3C13701 Module Manual

3Com 3C13701 Module Manual

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Part Number: 10015049 Rev AA
March 2006
3Com Router 5000 Family and
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3C13701
3C13751
3C13755
3C13759
3C13840
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  • Page 1 3Com Router 5000 Family and Router 6000 Family Module Guide 3C13701 3C13751 3C13755 3C13759 3C13840 3C13880 www.3Com.com Part Number: 10015049 Rev AA March 2006...
  • Page 2 LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT. If you are unable to locate a copy, please contact 3Com and a copy will be provided to you.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview ........................1-1 1.1 Types of SICs ........................1-1 1.2 Types of MIMs ........................1-1 1.3 Types of FICs........................1-2 1.4 SIC/MIM Purchasing Guideline..................1-3 1.5 Installation/Removal of SIC and MIM ................
  • Page 4 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents 2.5.1 Introduction......................2-20 2.5.2 Appearance ......................2-20 2.5.3 Interface Attributes ....................2-20 2.5.4 Interface LEDs....................... 2-21 2.5.5 Interface Cable ...................... 2-22 2.5.6 Connecting Interface Cable................... 2-22 2.6 Router 1-Port Analog Modem SIC ................... 2-23 2.6.1 Introduction......................
  • Page 5 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents 3.3.1 Introduction......................3-11 3.3.2 Appearance ......................3-11 3.3.3 Interface Attributes ....................3-12 3.3.4 Interface LEDs....................... 3-12 3.3.5 Interface Cable ...................... 3-13 3.3.6 Connecting Interface Cable................... 3-14 3.4 NDEC Module ........................3-15 3.4.1 Introduction......................
  • Page 6 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents 3.9.5 Interface Cable ...................... 3-43 3.9.6 Connecting the Interface Cable................3-43 3.10 Router 2-Port CT1/PRI MIM ..................3-44 3.10.1 Introduction......................3-44 3.10.2 Interface Attributes ....................3-44 3.10.3 Interface LEDs..................... 3-45 3.10.4 Interface Cable ....................
  • Page 7 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents 3.16.3 Interface LEDs..................... 3-61 3.16.4 Interface Cable ....................3-61 3.16.5 Connecting the Interface Cable................3-62 3.17 Router 1-Port CT3 MIM Module..................3-62 3.17.1 Introduction......................3-62 3.17.2 Interface Attributes ....................3-63 3.17.3 Interface LEDs.....................
  • Page 8 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents 4.5.4 Interface Cable ...................... 4-13 4.5.5 Connecting the Interface Optic Fiber ..............4-14 4.6 Router 4-Port/8-Port Enhanced Serial FIC ..............4-14 4.6.1 Introduction......................4-14 4.6.2 Interface Attributes ....................4-16 4.6.3 Panel and Interface LEDs ..................
  • Page 9 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents 4.12.4 Interface Cable ....................4-39 4.12.5 Connecting the Interface Cable................4-39 4.13 Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM MM FIC & Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SM FIC & Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SML FIC..................4-40 4.13.1 Introduction......................
  • Page 10 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents 4.19.5 Connecting the Interface Cable................4-60 4.20 Router 1-Port E1 Voice FIC ................... 4-60 4.20.1 Introduction......................4-60 4.20.2 Interface Attributes ....................4-61 4.20.3 Panel and Interface LEDs ................... 4-61 4.20.4 Interface Cable ....................
  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Overview

    Information on other modules appears in the Router 5000 or Router 6000 Family Installation Manuals. 1.1 Types of SICs 3Com 5000 Router Family provide two SIC slots which can accept the following types of SICs for this release. Router 1-Port 10/100 SIC (3C13712)
  • Page 12: Types Of Fics

    Router 1-port E1 Voice MIM module (3C13787) Router 1-port T1 Voice MIM module (3C13788) 1.3 Types of FICs 3Com 6000 Router Family modular routers provide FIC slots for this release and support the following FICs: Router 1-Port 100FX MM FIC (3C13860)
  • Page 13: Sic/Mim Purchasing Guideline

    1.5 Installation/Removal of SIC and MIM Warning: 3Com 5000 Family Routers do not support online insertion and removal of SICs and MIMs. Before implementing any of the following operations, wear an anti-static wrist strap and ESD-preventive glove, and make sure that the power of the Router has been turned off and the power cord has been unplugged.
  • Page 14: Installing/Removing Sic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 1 Overview Module Guide In case of the possible damage to MIMs, put the MIMs on the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) tray during the installation and replacement; Hold the circuit board by the edge and do not touch the components and the surface of the PCB;...
  • Page 15: Installing/Removing Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 1 Overview Module Guide Figure 1-2 Installing SIC IV. Removing SIC Follow these steps to remove a SIC: Step 1: Place the rear panel of the Router towards you; Step 2: Turn off the power switch of the Router and unplug the power cord;...
  • Page 16: Installing/Removing An Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 1 Overview Module Guide Figure 1-3 Installing MIM (1) Figure 1-4 Installing MIM (2) III. Removing MIM Follow these steps to remove a MIM: Step 1: Place the rear panel of the Router towards you;...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Repeat these steps to install all the other FICs. 1.6 Troubleshooting 3Com 5000 Routers LEDs, indicate the state of the module as follows: After the installation of a SIC/MIM, turn on the power and view the corresponding LEDs (such as SLOT0, SLOT1 or SLOT2) on the cover of the Router chassis: ON means that the SIC/MIM is operating normally and OFF means that the Power-On Self-Test (POST) of the SIC/MIM has failed.
  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards (Router 5000)

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards (Router 5000) 2.1 Router 1-Port 10/100 SIC 1-port 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet interface card, in which FE stands for Fast Ethernet module. This is used to implement the communication between Routers and LANs.
  • Page 19: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards being received or/and transmitted. 2.1.2 Interface Cable Normally, category-5 twisted pair cable is adopted to connect the 10BASE-T /100BASE-TX Ethernet interface to the Ethernet, as shown in the following figure:...
  • Page 20: Router 1-Port Serial Sic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 2.2 Router 1-Port Serial SIC 2.2.1 Introduction 1-port multiprotocol synchronous/asynchronous serial interface card (Router 1-Port Serial SIC) supports both synchronous and asynchronous operating modes. It supports: Transmission/Receiving and handling of synchronous and asynchronous serial data streams;...
  • Page 21: Appearance

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: The baud rate cannot exceed 64 kbps if V.24 cable is used and the interface operates in synchronous mode. II. DTE and DCE The synchronous serial interface supports both DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) and DCE (Data Circuit-terminating Equipment) operating modes.
  • Page 22: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-3 Router 1-Port Serial SIC 2.2.3 Interface Attributes The interface attributes of Router 1-Port Serial SIC are given in the following table: Table 2-5 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port Serial SIC...
  • Page 23: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Description Attribute Synchronous Asynchronous Modem dial-up Dumb terminal DDN leased line access Supported service Terminal access Asynchronous Backup leased line Backup 2.2.4 Interface LEDs Router 1-Port Serial SIC panel is shown in the following figure:...
  • Page 24 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards At one end of these cables is DB50 connector for the connection to a router, and at the other end (network end) is a connector whose type varies by the network device (or line type) to be connected.
  • Page 25: Connecting Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-7 V.35 DTE cable V.35 DCE cable Figure 2-8 V.35 DCE cable For the pinouts of synchronous/asynchronous serial interface cable, see Low-End and Mid-Range Series Routers Cable Manual.
  • Page 26: Router 2-Port Isdn-S/T Sic And Router 2-Port Isdn-U Sic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 3: Power on the Router, and check the LEDs of the corresponding slot on the front panel: ON means that the SIC is operating normally and OFF means that the POST of the SIC has failed.
  • Page 27: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-10 Router 2-Port ISDN-U SIC 2.3.3 Interface Attributes The interface attributes of Router 2-Port ISDN-S/T SIC and Router 2-Port ISDN-U SIC are given in the following table:...
  • Page 28: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-11 SIC-2BS panel Figure 2-12 SIC-2BU panel The status description of the LEDs is given in the following table: Table 2-8 Description of the LEDs on SIC-BS and SIC-BU panels Description OFF means B1 channel is idle.
  • Page 29: Connecting Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: The relevant cables have been included in the standard configurations of Router 2-Port ISDN-S/T SIC and Router 2-Port ISDN-U SIC. 2.3.6 Connecting Interface Cable Caution: You should connect a cable to the port with the correct mark.
  • Page 30: Router 1-Port Fractional E1 Sic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 4: Check the LED on the SIC panel: ON means the SIC is normally powered on. If it is OFF, contact the agent. 2.4 Router 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC 2.4.1 Introduction...
  • Page 31: Dip Switch

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Table 2-9 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC Attribute Description Connector type DB15 Number of connectors Interface standard G.703, G.704 Interface rate 2.048Mbps 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable (DB15 to BNC)
  • Page 32 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-14 Default setting of the DIP switches 8BIT description and settings of DIP switch are given in the following table: Table 2-10 Description and settings of the internal DIP switch of SIC-ERRI/Router 1-Port Fractional E1...
  • Page 33: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 75 -ohm DIP switch Description 120 -ohm impedance impedance OFF: RxShield grounding via capacitor Switch for RxShield 8BIT grounding options ON: RxShield directly grounding Caution: When setting internal DIP switch, you are recommended to: turn ON all BITs from 1 to 8 when a 75-ohm cable is connected.
  • Page 34: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 2.4.6 Interface Cable Interface cables for Router 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC are standard E1 G.703 cables. E1 G.703 cables have two types: 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cables and 120-ohm...
  • Page 35: Connecting Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Note: A network interface connector is available for extending the E1 cable. Both ends of the connector are RJ45 jacks that can be used to connect two 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables.
  • Page 36 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: The wire marked TX in the E1 cable should be connected to the peer wire marked RX and the wire marked RX should be connected to the peer wire marked TX.
  • Page 37: Router 1-Port Fractional T1 Sic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 5: Check the status of LINK LED on the Router 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC panel: ON means the link is connected and OFF means the link is not connected. In the latter case, check the line.
  • Page 38: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Table 2-12 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC Attribute Description Connector type RJ45 Number of connectors Interface standard G.703/T1.102, G.704 Interface rate 1.544Mbps Cable type...
  • Page 39: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 2.5.5 Interface Cable Router 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC interface cable is 100-ohm standard shielded network cable that has RJ45 connectors at both ends. The following figure illustrates a Router...
  • Page 40: Router 1-Port Analog Modem Sic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 3: Power on the Router, and check the LEDs of the corresponding slot on the front panel: ON means that the SIC is operating normally and OFF means that the POST of the SIC has failed.
  • Page 41: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Attribute Description 1 (Router 1-Port Analog Modem SIC) Number of connectors 2 () Cable type Telephone cable with ferrite core Maximum speed 56kbps ITU-T V.90, V.34 (33.6 kbps), V.FC, V.32 bis, V.32, V.22 bis, Supported standard V.22A/B, V.23, V.21, Bell 212A a, Bell 103.
  • Page 42: Connecting Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 2.6.6 Connecting Interface Cable Caution: You should connect a cable to the port with the correct mark. Misplugging is prone to impair the SIC/MIM and even damage the router.
  • Page 43: Appearance

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: While using FXS SIC/FXO SIC, you must ensure that the 3Com Routers can be connected to IP networks or other WANs. 2.7.2 Appearance Router 1-Port FXS/FXO SIC...
  • Page 44: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Table 2-16 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port FXS/FXO SIC and Router 2-Port FXS/FXO SIC Attribute Description Connector type RJ11 1 (Router 1-Port FXS/FXO SIC) Number of connectors...
  • Page 45: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-29 Router 2-Port FXS SIC panel Figure 2-30 Router 2-Port FXO SIC panel The status description of the LEDs of Router 1-Port FXS/FXO SIC and Router 2- Port...
  • Page 46: Router 1-Port Sae Sic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: You should connect a cable to the port with the correct mark. Misplugging is prone to impair the SIC/MIM and even damage the router. When the telephone cable is used outdoors, it is recommended that users install a special lightning arrester on the input end of the cable in order to avoid the lightning effects more efficiently.
  • Page 47: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Description Attribute Synchronous Asynchronous operating mode DTE, DCE DTE, DCE Minimum baud rate 1200 1200 (bps) Maximum baud rate 64 k 2.048 M 115.2 (bps) V.24 (RS232) DTE cable V.24 (RS232) DCE cable...
  • Page 48: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Description of the LEDs on Router 1-Port SAE SIC panel is given in the following table: Table 2-19 LEDs on Router 1-Port SAE SIC panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present;...
  • Page 49 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-33 V.24 DCE cable V.35 DTE cable Figure 2-34 V.35 DTE cable V.35 DCE cable Figure 2-35 V.35 DCE cable X.21 DTE cable Figure 2-36 X.21 DTE cable X.21 DCE cable...
  • Page 50 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-37 X.21 DCE cable RS449 DTE cable Figure 2-38 RS449 DTE cable RS449 DCE cable Figure 2-39 RS449 DCE cable RS530 DTE cable Figure 2-40 RS530 DTE cable...
  • Page 51 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards RS530 DCE cable Figure 2-41 RS530 DCE cable Note: These cables are optional items. You need to select one when purchasing a Router 1-Port SAE SIC card; otherwise, the cable is not provided.
  • Page 52: Chapter 3 Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000)

    These modules make it possible to transfer voice signals over data communication networks. Caution: When connecting a voice MIM, make sure that 3Com 5000 Family Routers can be connected to an IP network or other LAN. 3.1.2 Appearance I. Router 2-Port FXS/FXO/E&M MIM module The appearance of Router 2-Port FXS/FXO/E&M MIM Module...
  • Page 53: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-1 Router 2-Port FXS/FXO/E&M MIM MOdule II. Router 4-Port FXS/FXO/E&M MIM module The appearance of Router 4-Port FXS/FXO/E&M is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-2 Router 4-Port FXS/FXO/E&M...
  • Page 54: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Attribute Description the actual needs at the site.) ITU Q.512-compliant subscriber circuit interface (Router 2-Port FXS) ITU Q.552-comliant loop trunk interface (Router 2 or 4-Port FXO) Interface standard G.712-compliant E&M trunk interface (Router 2 or 4 -Port E&M), E&M...
  • Page 55: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) LINK Figure 3-7 Router 4-Port FXO panel LINK Figure 3-8 Router 4-Port E&M panel Table 3-2 Description of the LEDs on voice MIM panel...
  • Page 56 Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) II. Interface cable of E&M modules E&M modules of 3Com 5000 Family Routers support Bell I, II, III, V switches, and 2-wire & 4-wire voice signals. It is recommended to use Bell V 4-wire voice signal to communicate with the Router in practice.
  • Page 57: Connecting Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-3 Pinouts of E&M interface cable (Bell V 4-wire) Router side Signal at switch side (Bell V 4-wire) RJ45 Pin RJ45 interface signal...
  • Page 58: Router E1 Voice Module

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Some measures are taken to protect voice modules. Still, you are recommended to install a special lightning arrester at the input end of each connection cable to obtain better lightning protection effect when the cable is led outdoors;...
  • Page 59: Interface Attributes

    E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable Cable 75ohm-to-120ohm adapter Network interface connector 1) R2 signaling 2) DSS1 signaling Services supported 3) IP Fax 4) General VoIP features in 3COM Router SOFTWARE 3.2.4 Interface LEDs Router E1 Voice Module panel is shown in the following figure:...
  • Page 60: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-12 Router E1Voice Module panel Description of the LEDs on Router E1 Voice Module panel is given in the following table: Table 3-5 Description of the LEDs on Router E1Voice Module panel...
  • Page 61: Connecting Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-14 75-ohm-to120-ohm adapter (with BNC connector) Caution: For the convenience of extending the connection of E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable, you can use network interface connector.
  • Page 62: Router T1 Voice Module

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) A network interface connector and then the peer device using another E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable, if the resistance of the port to be connected is 120-ohm, and there is a need to extend the cable, as illustrated in the following figure.
  • Page 63: Interface Attributes

    Network interface connector Operating mode ISDN PRI Interface rate 1.544Mbps 1) DSS1 signaling Supported services 2) IP fax 3) General VoIP features in 3COM Router SOFTWARE 3.3.4 Interface LEDs Router T1 Voice Module panel is shown in the following figure: 3-12...
  • Page 64: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-17 Router T1 Voice Module panel Description of the LEDs on Router T1 Voice Module panel is given in the following table. Table 3-7 Description of the LEDs on Router T1Voice Module panel...
  • Page 65: Connecting Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Both Router T1 Voice Module cable and network interface connector are optional accessories. You should order them when ordering a Router T1 Voice Module. Otherwise, they will not be provided.
  • Page 66: Ndec Module

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.4 NDEC Module 3.4.1 Introduction Network Data Encryption Module (NDEC) supports IPSec protocol and speeds up the encryption of IP packets by means of hardware, featuring high performance and high reliability.
  • Page 67: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.4.4 Interface LEDs NDEC panel is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-21 NDEC panel Table 3-9 Description of the LEDs on NDEC panel...
  • Page 68: Troubleshooting

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.4.5 Troubleshooting Symptom 1: All the LEDs are OFF after the Router is started up. Troubleshooting: All the LEDs should fast blink once upon the startup of the device.
  • Page 69: Router 2-Port 10/100 Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) of the current NDEC module. If it is necessary to upgrade the processing capability of the NDEC module, please contact your agent. 3.5 Router 2-Port 10/100 MIM 3.5.1 Introduction...
  • Page 70: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-22 Router 2-Port 10/100 MIM panel The following table describes the LEDs on the /Router 2-Port 10/100 MIM panel. Table 3-11 LEDs on the Router 2-Port 10/100 MIM panel...
  • Page 71: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) example, PC or router) to a HUB or LAN switch. The cables delivered with the router are straight-through cables. Crossover cable: The wires are crimped in the RJ-45 connectors at both ends in different orders.
  • Page 72 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-12 Baud rate and transmission distance of V.24 (RS232)/V.35 cable V.24 (RS232) V.35 Maximum transmission Baud rate Maximum transmission Baud rate (bps) Distance (m)
  • Page 73: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Asynchronous serial interface is generally used as dialing port and connected to a modem or a Terminal Adapter (TA). In this case, regardless of the operating mode of the device, only an appropriate baud rate for the interface needs to be selected.
  • Page 74: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.6.3 Interface LEDs Router 4-Port Serial MIM panel is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-24 Router 4-Port Serial MIM panel Description of the LEDs on Router 4-Port Serial MIM is given in the following table:...
  • Page 75: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) DB100 male DB50 female Figure 3-25 Router 4-Port Serial MIM conversion cable For the pinouts of Router 4-Port Serial MIM conversion cable, see Low-End and Mid-Range Series Routers Cable Manual.
  • Page 76: Router 2 And 4-Port Enhanced Serial Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Before connecting an SA module, confirm the model of the equipment to be connected to the SA module (that is, sync/async mode, DTE/DCE mode, and so on), signaling criterion required by the access equipment, baud rate, and timing clock.
  • Page 77: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) The synchronous serial interface can work in either DTE or DCE mode. Two directly connected devices must work as DTE and DCE respectively. The DCE provides clock synchronization and specifies the communication rate, whereas the DTE accepts clock synchronization and communicates at the specified rate.
  • Page 78: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-17 Interface attributes of the Router 2 AND 4-Port Enhanced Serial MIM Description Attribute Synchronous Asynchronous Connector DB-28 2 (FIC-2SAE) Number of connectors...
  • Page 79: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-26 2-port panel Figure 3-27 4-port panel The following table describes the LEDs on the panel: Table 3-18 LEDs on the panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present;...
  • Page 80 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) All these cables use a DB-28 connector to connect the router, but the connector at the network end varies with the type of the to-be-connected network.
  • Page 81 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-32 X.21 DTE cable X.21 DCE cable Figure 3-33 X.21 DCE cable RS449 DTE cable Figure 3-34 RS449 DTE cable RS449 DCE cable...
  • Page 82: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-36 RS530 DTE cable RS530 DCE cable Figure 3-37 RS530 DCE cable Note: These cables are optional. You must order them together with the MIM card. Otherwise, they are not provided.
  • Page 83: Router 2 And 4-Port Ce1/Pri Mim Modules

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 2: Plug the DB-28 connector of the cable to the corresponding DB-28 port on the MIM card. Step 3: Connect the other end of the cable as follows: If the WAN is a DDN line, connect the cable to the port on the CSU/DSU.
  • Page 84: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) E1 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable 120-ohm 4E1 conversion cable (4E1/4E1-F modules) Cable type 75-ohm 4E1 conversion cable (4E1/4E1-F modules)
  • Page 85: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) OFF means no data is being transmitted or received. ON means data is ACTIVE being transmitted or received. 3.8.4 Interface Cable I. Interface cable of 2-port modules 2-port interface cables are G.703-compliant cables (referred to as E1 cables...
  • Page 86 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Note: You can select a network interface connectors with an RJ-45 receptacle at both ends that connect two 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables with BNC connectors. The network interface connector is used in the extension connection with E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables.
  • Page 87 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-42 120-ohm 4-port module conversion cable Figure 3-43 75-ohm 4-port module conversion cable Caution: Both 75-ohm 4-port module 1 and 120-ohm 4-port module conversion cables are required for 4-port module modules, while E1 cable is optional, so you need to order E1 cables when purchasing a 4-port module module.
  • Page 88: Internal Dip Switches

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) In addition, a 75-ohm to 120-ohm adapter is provided. For the pinouts of cables, see Low-End and Mid-Range Series Routers Cable Manual. 3.8.5 Internal DIP Switches Router 2 and 4-Port CE1/PRI MIM and modules provide internal DIP switches, and the setting of DIP switches decides the interface impedance and grounding mode.
  • Page 89: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3BIT 4BIT 5BIT OFF: RxRing is grounded via RxRing grounding capacitance. 6BIT mode selection switch ON: RxRing is grounded directly. ON: RxShield is grounded.
  • Page 90 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Read the mark identifying a port before you connect a cable to it, making sure it is the correct port. Wrong connection tends to damage interface modules and even the Router;...
  • Page 91 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) If the port on the network device to be connected has a 120-ohm port, use a 75-ohm to 120-ohm adapter, or use a 120-ohm cable instead.
  • Page 92: Router 4-Port Isdn-S/T Mim Module

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 4: Connect the E1 cable to the device to be connected. Step 5: Power on the Router, and check the LEDs of the corresponding slot on the front panel: ON means that the MIM is operating normally and OFF means that the POST of the MIM has failed.
  • Page 93: Internal Dip Switches

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.9.3 Internal DIP switches The purpose of internal DIP switches of Router 4-Port ISDN-S/T MIM is to set the matched resistance on an ISDN BRI S/T port. The setting of this switch (DIP S1) decides the use of 100-ohm resistance on the ISDN BRI S/T port.
  • Page 94: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.9.4 Interface LEDs Router 4-Port ISDN-S/T MIM panel is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-48 Router 4-Port ISDN-S/T MIM panel Description of the LEDs on Router 4-Port ISDN-S/T MIM panel is shown in the...
  • Page 95: Router 2-Port Ct1/Pri Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 1: On Router 4-Port ISDN-S/T MIM, choose the port for connection; Step 2: Confirm the type of ISDN line provided by the telecom carrier;...
  • Page 96: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Attribute Description G.703/T1.102 G.704 Interface standard AT&T TR 54016 AT&T TR 62411 ANSI T1.403 Interface rate 1.544Mbps Cable type T1 cable (100-ohm shielding network cable)
  • Page 97: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Note: AIS = Alarm indication signal; LFA = loss of frame alignment; RAI = Remote alarm indication 3.10.4 Interface Cable Interface cables (T1 cables) for modules are 100-ohm straight-through shielding...
  • Page 98: Router 1-Port Adsl Over Pots Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 1: Insert one end of a T1 cable into the RJ-45 connector on the T1 or T1-F module; Step 2: Connect the other end of the cable to the device to be connected: directly if the cable is long enough;...
  • Page 99: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.11.2 Interface Attributes The following table describes the interface attributes of the Router 1-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM. Table 3-28 Interface attributes of the Router 1-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM...
  • Page 100: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-29 LEDs on the Router 1-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM panel Description OFF means the loop is inactive; ON means the loop has been activated and has LINK entered the data mode;...
  • Page 101: Router 2-Port Adsl Over Pots Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) RJ11 interface RJ11 interface RJ11 interface RJ11 interface Phone port Phone port Phone port Phone port Splitter Splitter PSTN PSTN Modem interface Modem interface...
  • Page 102: Panel And Interface Led

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 1 () Number of connectors 2 (Router 2-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM) ITU-T 992.1 G.DMT Interface standard ITU-T 992.2 G.Lite ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 In ADSL full rate mode (ITU-T 992.1 G.DMT/ANSI T1.413):...
  • Page 103: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Note: The standard equipping package of the Router 2-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM includes the regular telephone cable(s). You can separately order an external splitter as needed.
  • Page 104: Appearance

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Insert Router NDEC2 Encryption Accelerator MIM in the MIM slot of a low-end and mid-range modular router. The main board forwards the IP packets and implements the VPN with encryption feature which is complemented by encryption card.
  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-33 Description of the LEDs on Router NDEC2 Encryption Accelerator MIMpanel Indication ON (green): The Router NDEC2 Encryption Accelerator MIM is powered on properly.
  • Page 106: Router 4-Port E1 Ima Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) may due to the host or the Router NDEC2 Encryption Accelerator MIM, contact our agents for support. 3.14 Router 4-Port E1 IMA MIM 3.14.1 Introduction The Router 4-Port E1 IMA MIM interface card provides four E1 interfaces that support inverse multiplexing for ATM (IMA) technology.
  • Page 107: Panels And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Description Router 4-Port Router 4-Port Item E1 IMA MIM E1 IMA MIM (75-ohm) (120-ohm) Interface standard ITU-G.703, ITU-G.704 Interface rate 2.048 Mbps Cable type...
  • Page 108: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-35 Meaning of the LEDs Meaning OFF: the link is disconnected. LINK ON: the link is connected. Blink: data is being transmitted/received. Off: no data is being transmitted/received.
  • Page 109: Router 4-Port T1 Ima Mim

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Check the status of the LINK LED on the panel of the IMA-4E1 interface card after power-on. If the LED is off (indicating the line is faulty, and the signal is desynchronized), check the line.
  • Page 110: Panels And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Cable characteristic 100 ohm impedance Max transmission 150 m (492.1 in.) distance Operating mode ATM T1 standalone link/IMA binding mode Service AAL5 Protocol PPPoA, PPPoEoA, IPoA, IPoEoA...
  • Page 111: Router 1-Port Ce3 Mim Module

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Connect one RJ45 connector of the Router 4-Port T1 IMA MIM conversion cable to a peer device. Check the status of the LINK LED on the panel of the Router 4-Port T1 IMA MIM interface card.
  • Page 112: Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.16.3 Interface LEDs Router 1-Port CE3 MIM panel is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-64 Router 1-Port CE3 MIM panel Description of the LEDs on Router 1-Port CE3 MIM panel is given in the following...
  • Page 113: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.16.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: Some measures have been taken to protect the Router 1-Port CE3 MIM module. To achieve better lightning protection effects, however, you are recommended to add a special lightning arrester at the input end of the E3 or T3 cable when it is led outdoors.
  • Page 114: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.17.2 Interface Attributes The interface attributes of Router 1-Port CT3 MIM are given in the following table: Table 3-40 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port CT3 MIM...
  • Page 115: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) ON means the interface is in a loopback. LP/AL Blinking means an AIS, LFA, or RAI alarm signal is present. OFF means no loopback or alarm is present.
  • Page 116: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) The following figures show the Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 MIM panels. Figure 3-67 Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 MIM panel The following table describes the LEDs on the Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 MIM panel.
  • Page 117: Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000)

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.1 Router 2-Port 10/100 FIC 4.1.1 Introduction The Router 2-port 10Base-T/100Base-TX FE interface card (3C13861) provides two 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet interface(s) for router-and-LAN communication.
  • Page 118: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-1 Router 2-Port 10/100 panel The following table describes the LEDs on the Router 2-Port 10/100 panel. Table 4-2 LEDs on the Router 2-Port 10/100 panel...
  • Page 119: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) example, PC or router) to a HUB or LAN switch. The cables delivered with the router are straight-through cables. Crossover cable: The wires are crimped in the RJ-45 connectors at both ends in different orders.
  • Page 120: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Note: Depending on how light travels, optical fibers are divided into multi-mode optical fiber and single-mode optical fiber. Single-mode optical fiber has very thin core, and transmits only in single mode on a given wavelength.
  • Page 121: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Description Attribute 100FX SM 100FX MM Ethernet_SNAP 4.2.3 Panel and Interface LEDs Figure 4-3 100FX MM panel Figure 4-4 100FX SM panel The following table describes the LEDs on the card panel.
  • Page 122: Connecting The Interface Optical Fiber

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-5 SC-type fiber-optic connector Note: Fiber-optic connectors, according to ITU, are passive components that are used to stably but not permanently connect two or more optical fibers. They are passive components indispensable to the fiber-optic communications system in the sense that they allow optical channel connections removable.
  • Page 123: Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Laser danger: Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the fiber-optic ports which are connected with lasers. To protect your eyes against radiation harm, never stare into an open fiber-optic port.
  • Page 124: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.3.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figures show the 1-Port 10/100/1000 FIC panel. Figure 4-6 1-Port 10/100/1000 FIC, panel The following table describes the LEDs on the Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 FIC panel.
  • Page 125: Router 1-Port Gigabit Ethernet Fiber Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.4 Router 1-Port Gigabit Ethernet Fiber FIC 4.4.1 Introduction The 1-port 1000Base-SX/1000Base-LX GE fiber interface card, is used for router-to-LAN communication. The cards support:...
  • Page 126: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-8 1-Port GIGABIT ETHERNET FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the 1-Port GIGABIT ETHERNET FIC. Table 4-8 LEDs on the 1-Port GIGABIT ETHERNET FIC panel...
  • Page 127: Connecting The Interface Optic Fiber

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.4.5 Connecting the Interface Optic Fiber Caution: In connecting the optical fiber, observe the following: Do not over-bend the optical fiber. Its curvature radius must be no less than 10 cm (3.9 in).
  • Page 128: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Full duplex 4.5.2 Interface Attributes The following table describes the interface attributes of the 1-Port GEF FIC: Table 4-9 Interface attributes of the 1-Port GEF FIC...
  • Page 129: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-10 1-Port GEF FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the 1-Port GEF FIC panels. Table 4-10 LEDs on the 1-Port GEF FIC panel...
  • Page 130: Connecting The Interface Optic Fiber

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.5.5 Connecting the Interface Optic Fiber Caution: When connecting the optical fiber, observe the following: Do not over-bend the optical fiber. Its curvature radius must be no less than 10 cm (3.9 in).
  • Page 131 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) synchronization and specifies the communication rate, whereas the DTE accepts clock synchronization and communicates at the specified rate. The router normally works as a DTE. To identify whether the equipment connected to the router is DTE or DCE, refer to the manual shipped with the equipment.
  • Page 132: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.6.2 Interface Attributes The following table describes the interface attributes of the Router 4-Port Enhanced Serial: Table 4-12 Interface attributes of the Router 4-Port/8-Port Enhanced Serial...
  • Page 133: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.6.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figures show the Router 4/8-Port Enhanced Serial FIC panels: Figure 4-12 Router 4-Port Enhanced Serial FIC panel...
  • Page 134 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) X.21 DTE cable: DB-15 plug at the network end X.21 DCE cable: DB-15 receptacle at the network end RS449 DTE cable: DB-37 plug at the network end...
  • Page 135 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-17 V.35 DCE cable X.21 DTE cable Figure 4-18 X.21 DTE cable X.21 DCE cable Figure 4-19 X.21 DCE cable RS449 DTE cable...
  • Page 136: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-21 RS449 DCE cable RS530 DTE cable Figure 4-22 RS530 DTE cable RS530 DCE cable Figure 4-23 RS530 DCE cable Note: These cables are optional. You must order them together with the FIC card. Otherwise, they are not provided.
  • Page 137: Router 4-Port Ce1/Pri Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Caution: Before connecting an FIC card, identify the type of the equipment to be connected (that is, the synchronous/asynchronous mode, DTE/DCE mode, and so on), signaling criterion required by the access equipment, baud rate, and line clock.
  • Page 138: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Description Attribute Router 4-Port CE1/PRI Number of connectors Interface G.703, G.704 standard Interface rate 2.048 Mbps E1 75-ohm unbalanced coaxial cable E1 120-ohm balanced twisted-pair cable...
  • Page 139: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) OFF means no data is being transmitted or received on the interface; blinking ACTIVE means data is being transmitted and/or received. 4.7.4 Interface Cable I.
  • Page 140 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) In addition, you are available with 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapters. ( Note: E1 cable, coaxial connector, network connector, and 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapter are all optional accessories. They are provided only when ordered.
  • Page 141: Internal Dip Switch

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-28 75-ohm 4E1 adapter cable Note: Both 75-ohm 4E1 and 120-ohm 4E1 adapter cables are required for Router 4-Port CE1/PRI FIC. In addition, you are available with 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapters.
  • Page 142: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.7.6 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: Before you connect a port, read its label carefully; a wrong connection can cause damages to the interface card and even the device.
  • Page 143 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) If the to-be-connected network device has a 120-ohm port, you need a 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapter or a 120-ohm cable instead. When using a 120-ohm balanced twisted-pair cable, do the following: If no cable extension is needed, directly connect the RJ-45 connector of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the device.
  • Page 144: Router 4-Port Ct1/Pri Fic And Router 4-Port Fractional T1 Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Step 5: Power on the router, and check the behavior of the LINK LED on the card panel: OFF means fault occurs on the line and the signal is not synchronized. Check the line status.
  • Page 145: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Attribute Description Backup Supported service Leased line ISDN PRI (only supported by the cards) 4.8.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figure illustrates the panel.
  • Page 146: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) To extend a T1 cable, you may connect the cable to another one using a network interface connector with an RJ-45 receptacle at each end.
  • Page 147: Router 1-Port Ce3 Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.9 Router 1-Port CE3 FIC 4.9.1 Introduction Router 1-Port CE3 FIC, the 1-port channelized E3 interface card, delivers these functions: In E3 mode, transmitting, receiving, and processing one channel of E3 fast traffic;...
  • Page 148: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.9.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figure illustrates an Router 1-Port CE3 FIC panel. Figure 4-34 Router 1-Port CE3 FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the card panel.
  • Page 149: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.9.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: By design, the Router 1-Port CE3 FIC is protected against lightning strikes. But when outdoor cabling is involved, you are recommended to add a special lightning arrester at the input end of the E3/T3 cable for better protection.
  • Page 150: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-21 Router 1-Port CT3 FIC interface attributes Attribute Description Connector Number of connectors Interface standard G.703, G.704, G.752 Interface rate 44.736 Mbps Cable...
  • Page 151: Router 1-Port E3 Atm Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.11 8.8 Router 1-Port E3 ATM FIC 4.11.1 Introduction 8.8 Router 1-Port E3 ATM FIC, the 1-port 34Mbps ATM-E3 interface card, provides these functions: Two ATM cell mapping modes: ATM direct mapping (ADM) and physical layer convergence protocol (PLCP).
  • Page 152: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.11.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figure illustrates the 8.8 Router 1-Port E3 ATM FIC panel: Figure 4-37 8.8 Router 1-Port E3 ATM FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the 8.8 Router 1-Port E3 ATM FIC panel.
  • Page 153: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.11.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: By design, the 8.8 Router 1-Port E3 ATM FIC is protected against lightning strikes. But when outdoor cabling is involved, you are recommended to add a special lightning arrester at the input end of the E3/T3 cable for better protection.
  • Page 154: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-25 Interface attributes of the Router 1-Port T3 ATM FIC Attribute Router 1-Port T3 ATM FIC Connector Number of connectors Interface standard G.703, G.704, G.823 Interface rate 44.736 Mbps...
  • Page 155: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) , payload, local cell) Blinking Alarm detected, loop back not set Loop back not set, no alarms detected Note that following alarms can be indicated by LP/ALM blinking on: LOS, OOF, AIS, RED, FERF.
  • Page 156: Router 1-Port Oc-3 Atm Sml Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Step 1: Connect the SMB connector of an E3/T3 cable to the Tx port on the Router 1-Port T3 ATM FIC and another end to the Rx port on another device.
  • Page 157: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Router 1-Port OC-3 Router 1-Port OC-3 Router 1-Port OC-3 Attribute ATM MM FIC ATM SM FIC ATM SML FIC Interface SONET OC-3/SDH STM-1 standard...
  • Page 158 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-41 Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SM FIC panel The following figure illustrates the Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SML FIC panel. Figure 4-42 Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SML FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the card panels.
  • Page 159 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) alarms detected Note that following alarms can be indicated by LP/ALM blinking on: 4-43...
  • Page 160: Interface Optical Fiber

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) SDH/SONET Alarm Type Layer section layer LOL, LOS, OOF, LOF line layer LOP, AIS, RDI, REI path layer AIS, RDI, REI Note:if atm interface is shutdown, both LINK/ACT and LP/ALM will be off.
  • Page 161: Router 1/2-Port Adsl Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.14 Router 1/2-Port ADSL FIC 4.14.1 Introduction Router 1/2-Port ADSL FIC, the 1-/2-port ADSL over PSTN interface card, allows a LAN subscriber to connect to the digital subscriber's loop access multiplexer (DSLAM) at the central office over a regular analog subscriber line or telephone line.
  • Page 162: Panel And Interface Led

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Supported service ADSL over the regular telephone line 4.14.3 Panel and Interface LED The following figure illustrates the Router 1-Port ADSL FIC panel. Figure 4-43 Router 1-Port ADSL FIC panel The following figure illustrates the Router 2-Port ADSL FIC panel.
  • Page 163: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Note: The standard equipping package of the Router 1/2-Port ADSL FIC includes the regular telephone cable(s). You can order a separate external splitter as needed.
  • Page 164: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) provided on the same line. It provides downlink rates in the range 32 kbps to 8 Mbps and uplink rates in the range 32 kbps to 1 Mbps.
  • Page 165: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-47 Router 2-Port ADSL FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the panels. Table 4-32 LEDs on the panels Description LINK OFF means no link is present;...
  • Page 166: Router 4-Port E1 Ima Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.16 Router 4-Port E1 IMA FIC 4.16.1 Introduction Router 4-Port E1 IMA FIC, the 4port E1 ATM inverse multiplexing interface card provides four or eight E1 interfaces that support inverse multiplexing for ATM (IMA) technology.
  • Page 167: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.16.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figures illustrate the Router 4-Port E1 IMA FIC (75-ohm) panels: Figure 4-49 75-ohm Router 4-Port E1 IMA FIC panel...
  • Page 168: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-51 75-ohm 8E1 conversion cable Figure 4-52 120-ohm conversion cable 4.16.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Step 1: Choose a conversion cable appropriate to the interface type of the device to be connected.
  • Page 169: Router 4-Port T1 Ima Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Step 3: Identify the sequence number of the other end of the 4E1/8E1 conversion cable and connect it with the intended device. Step 4: Power on the router. Check the behavior of the LINK LED for the slot on the card panel: OFF means that fault has occurred on the line and signal is out of synchronization.
  • Page 170: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.17.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figures illustrate the Router 4-Port T1 IMA FIC panels: Figure 4-53 Router 4-Port T1 IMA FIC panel...
  • Page 171: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) The Router 1-Port OC3 POS FIC uses the protocols such as PPP, Frame Relay and HDLC at the data link layer and IP at the network layer. It allows direct transmission of packets over SONET/SDH.
  • Page 172: Panel And Interface Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.18.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figure illustrates the Router 1-Port OC3 POS FIC panel: Figure 4-54 Router 1-Port OC3 POS FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the Router 1-Port OC3 POS FIC panel.
  • Page 173: Connecting The Interface Optical Fiber

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Note that following alarms can be indicated by LP/ALM blinking on: SDH/SONET Alarm Type Layer section layer LOS, LOF, OOF line layer AIS, RDI...
  • Page 174: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) The 2-/4-port voice AT0 analog trunk interface card, processes and transmits over data communications networks voice signals for 2/4 loops of telephone exchanges. Caution: When connecting the Router 2-Port FXS/2-Port FXO FIC or the Router 4-Port FXS/4-Port FXO FIC, make sure your router has access to an IP network or some other WAN.
  • Page 175: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-55 2-Port FXS FIC panel The following figure illustrates the 2-Port FXO panel: Figure 4-56 2-Port FXO panel The following figure illustrates the 4-Port FXS FIC panel:...
  • Page 176: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) The interface cables for the cards are telephone cables with ferrite core, both ends of which are RJ-11 connectors. Note: RJ-45 receptacles on the FXO/FXS cards also accept RJ-11 connectors.
  • Page 177: Interface Attributes

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.20.2 Interface Attributes The following table describes the Router 1-Port E1 Voice FIC interface attributes. Table 4-41 Interface attributes of the Router 1-Port E1 Voice FIC...
  • Page 178: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-42 LEDs on the Router 1-Port E1 Voice FIC panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present; ON means a link is present.
  • Page 179: Connecting The Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.20.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: If outdoor cabling is involved, consider to install a special lightning arrester at the input end of the interface cable for better lightning protection.
  • Page 180: Router 1-Port T1 Voice Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.21 Router 1-Port T1 Voice FIC 4.21.1 Introduction Router 1-Port T1 Voice FIC, the 1-port T1 voice interface card, is intended for handling dense signals in a VoIP system. It delivers the VoIP function on T1 lines, allowing integrated transmission of voice and data.
  • Page 181: Interface Cable

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-44 LEDs on the Router 1-Port T1 Voice FIC panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present; ON means a link is present.
  • Page 182: Router Ndec2 Encryption Accelerator Fic

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Caution: If outdoor cabling is involved, consider to install a special lightning arrester at the input end of the interface cable for better lightning protection.
  • Page 183: Panel And Leds

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-45 Interface attributes of the Router NDEC2 Encryption Accelerator FIC Attribute Description Protocol supported IPsec key algorithm (DES, 3DES, AES) Hardware algorithm Authentication algorithm (HMAC-MD5-96, HMAC-SHA-1-96) 4.22.3 Panel and LEDs...
  • Page 184: Rpu2 Encryption Accelerator

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-47 Troubleshooting by reading the LED behaviors Incorrect LED Reason Action to take behaviors Check that the power supply of the router is correctly connected.
  • Page 185: Specifications

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.23.2 Specifications Table 4-48 RPU2 Specifications Item Specifications 2 x 10/100/1000 Mbps electrical Ethernet interfaces 1 x Combo Port (Combo port is 10/100/1000 Mbps or SFP Interface)
  • Page 186: Interface

    3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) LED and button Description PWR1 Steady ON means the PSU 1 is operating normally, and steady OFF means the PSU 1 is not present or has failed.
  • Page 187 3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Attribute Description Protocol IPSec Key algorithms: DES, 3DES, AES Hardware encryption algorithm Authentication algorithms: HMAC-MD5-96, HMAC-SHA-1-96 4-71...

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