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Using the BayStack
Model 350T 10/100
Autosense Switch
Part No. 893-00992-A
March 1997

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  • Page 1 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Part No. 893-00992-A March 1997...
  • Page 2 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Bay Networks, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. Bay Networks, Inc. does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3 Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement This equipment is in the first category (information equipment to be used in commercial and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines that are aimed at preventing radio interference in commercial and/or industrial areas.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Special Message Formats ..................xvi Use of Enter, Type, and Press ..................xvii Other Conventions ....................xvii Ordering Bay Networks Publications ................xvii Bay Networks Customer Service ................... xviii How to Get Help ......................xviii For More Information .......................xix Safety Messages Safety Alert Message Format ..................xxi Safety Alert Messages Used in This Guide ..............
  • Page 6 Creating Virtual LAN Workgroups ................1-10 Quick Start ........................1-11 Quick Start to Installing the BayStack 350T Switch ..........1-12 Quick Start to Managing the BayStack 350T Switch ..........1-13 Managing through the Service Port Interface ..........1-13 Managing with SNMP Management Applications ..........1-14 Chapter 2 Installation Overview .........................2-1 Required Tools and Materials ..................2-1...
  • Page 7 Chapter 3 Using the Console Interface Overview .........................3-1 CI Description .........................3-1 Service Port Cabling .......................3-2 Console Terminal Requirements ................3-2 Modem Requirements ....................3-2 Connecting to the BayStack 350T Switch Service Port ...........3-3 Accessing the CI Menus ....................3-3 Using the CI Menus ......................3-4 Navigating the CI Menus ..................3-4 Screen Fields and Descriptions ................3-5 Main Menu ........................3-5...
  • Page 8 Display Event Log ......................3-47 Excessive Bad Entries ...................3-48 Write Threshold ......................3-48 Reset ..........................3-49 Reset to Default Settings ....................3-50 Logout ...........................3-51 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Overview .........................4-1 LED Description ......................4-2 Diagnosing and Correcting the Problem .................4-3 Normal Power-up Sequence ..................4-3 Port Connection Problems ....................4-4 Port Interface ......................4-4 Autonegotiation Modes ....................4-4 Appendix A...
  • Page 9 Appendix B Connectors and Pin Assignments RJ-45 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Port) Connector ............B-1 MDI and MDI-X Devices ....................B-2 MDI-X to MDI Connections ..................B-3 MDI-X to MDI-X Connections .................. B-4 DB-9 (RS-232-D) Service Port Connector ..............B-5 Appendix C Switch Default Settings Appendix D Sample BootP Configuration File Index...
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  • Page 11 Figures Figure 1-1. BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch ........1-1 Figure 1-2. BayStack 350T switch front and back panel ..........1-2 Figure 1-3. BayStack 350T switches for power workgroups ........1-8 Figure 1-4. BayStack 350T switch as a desktop/segment switch .......1-9 Figure 1-5. Virtual LANs/workgroups ...............1-10 Figure 1-6.
  • Page 12 Figure 3-16. Service Port Configuration screen ............3-32 Figure 3-17. Spanning Tree Configuration Menu ............3-34 Figure 3-18. Spanning Tree Port Configuration screen ..........3-36 Figure 3-19. Spanning Tree Switch settings screen ...........3-38 Figure 3-20. TELNET Configuration screen ...............3-41 Figure 3-21. Software Download screen ..............3-44 Figure 3-22.
  • Page 13 Tables Table 1-1. Front/back panel components ..............1-3 Table 2-1. Power-up sequence of the BayStack 350T switch .........2-13 Table 3-1. CI Main Menu commands ................3-6 Table 3-2. IP Configuration screen fields ..............3-9 Table 3-3. SNMP Configuration screen fields ............3-14 Table 3-4. System Characteristics screen fields .............3-16 Table 3-5.
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  • Page 15: Preface

    Preface Welcome to the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch, part of the Bay Networks ® BayStack ™ line of communications products. This using guide describes the features, uses, and installation procedures for the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch (also referred to in this guide as the BayStack 350T switch or the switch).

  • Page 16: Conventions

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch • Appendix A—Lists operational and environmental specifications that apply to the BayStack 350T switch. • Appendix B—Describes the BayStack 350T switch connectors (ports) and associated pin assignments. • Appendix C—Lists factory default settings for the BayStack 350T switch. •...

  • Page 17: Use Of Enter, Type, And Press

    Bay Networks Press ™ at the following numbers: • Phone—U.S./Canada: 1-888-422-9773 • Phone—International: 1-510-490-4752 • Fax—U.S./Canada and International: 1-510-498-2609 You can also use these numbers to request a free Bay Networks Press catalog. xvii 893-00992-A...

  • Page 18: Bay Networks Customer Service

    You can purchase a support contract from your Bay Networks distributor or authorized reseller, or directly from Bay Networks Services. For information about, or to purchase a Bay Networks service contract, either call your local Bay Networks field sales office or one of the following numbers:...

  • Page 19: For More Information

    For More Information For information about Bay Networks and its products, visit the Bay Networks Worldwide Web (WWW) site at http://www.baynetworks.com. To learn more about Bay Networks Customer Service, select Customer Service on the opening web page. 893-00992-A...
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  • Page 21: Safety Messages

    Safety Messages Übersetzter Sicherheitshinweis Traduction des Messages de Sécurité Traducción de los mensajes de seguridad Messaggi relativi alla sicurezza This section translates the safety alert messages used in this guide. Safety alert messages notify users of unsafe actions or conditions that could lead to personal injury or equipment damage.
  • Page 22 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Symbol Meaning (English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese) Vorsicht: Dieser Sicherheitshinweis macht den Benutzer auf Maßnahmen oder Bedingungen aufmerksam, die die Verletzung von Personen zur Folge haben können. Achtung: Dieser Sicherheitshinweis macht den Benutzer auf Maßnahmen oder Bedingungen aufmerksam, die eine Beschädigung der Geräte zur Folge haben können.

  • Page 23: Safety Alert Messages Used In This Guide

    Safety Messages Safety Alert Messages Used in This Guide The following safety alert message are used throughout this guide. Please read and follow these instructions when you encounter them in the text. Class A Product Copyright page Caution: This device is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this device can cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take appropriate measures.
  • Page 24 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Accumulated Weight (Wall Mount) page 2-1 Caution: The screws and wall composition must be able to withstand the weight of the device, plus the additional weight of the attached network cables and power cords. Achtung: Schrauben und Wand müssen so beschaffen sein, daß...
  • Page 25 Safety Messages Accumulated Weight (Shelf or Table Mount) page 2-3 Caution: When this device is installed in a stack on a shelf or tabletop, the accumulated weight of the port cables increases with the height of the shelf or tabletop. Achtung: Wenn dieses Gerät in einem Stapel auf einem Tisch oder einem Regalboden installiert wird, erhöht sich das Gesamtgewicht der Schnittstellenkabel mit der Höhe des Regalbodens oder Tisches.
  • Page 26 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Hazardous Electrical Current page 2-5 Warning: To avoid bodily injury from hazardous electrical current, do not connect the power cord until instructed to do so. Vorsicht: Um Verletzungsgefahr durch einen elektrischen Stromschlag auszuschließen, schließen Sie das Netzstromkabel erst an, wenn Sie dazu angewiesen werden.
  • Page 27 Safety Messages Stacking Units in a Rack page 2-11 Caution: When mounting this device in a rack, do not stack units directly on top of one another in the rack. Each unit must be secured to the rack with appropriate mounting brackets. Mounting brackets are not designed to support multiple units.
  • Page 28 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Turning Off Power to the Unit page 2-12 Warning: Removal of the power cord is the only way to turn off power to this device. The power cord must always be connected in a location that can be accessed quickly and safely in case of an emergency.
  • Page 29 Safety Messages Reset To Default Settings Command page 3-7 Caution: If you choose the Reset to Default Settings command, all of your configured settings will be replaced with factory default settings when you press [Enter]. Achtung: Bei Auswahl des Befehls zur Rücksetzung auf die Standardeinstellungen werden alle von Ihnen konfigurierten Einstellungen durch die werkseitigen Standardeinstellungen ersetzt, wenn Sie die Eingabetaste drücken.
  • Page 30 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Choosing a Baud Rate page 3-33 Caution: If you choose a baud rate that does not match your console terminal baud rate, you will lose communication with the configuration interface when you press [Enter]. If communication is lost, set your console terminal to match the new service port setting.

  • Page 31: Changing Passwords

    Si olvida las nuevas contraseñas, no podrá acceder al interfaz de la consola. En ese caso, póngase en contacto con Bay Networks para obtener ayuda al respecto.
  • Page 32 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Interrupting a Software Download page 3-44 Caution: Do not interrupt power to the device during the software download process. If the power is interrupted, the firmware image can become corrupted. Achtung: Unterbrechen Sie die Stromzufuhr zum Gerät nicht, während die Software heruntergeladen wird.

  • Page 33: Removing The Top Cover

    Safety Messages Removing the Top Cover page 4-1 Warning: To avoid bodily injury from hazardous electrical current, never remove the top cover of the device. There are no user-serviceable components inside. Vorsicht: Um Verletzungsgefahr durch einen elektrischen Stromschlag auszuschließen, nehmen Sie niemals die obere Abdeckung vom Gerät ab. Im Geräteinnern befinden sich keine Komponenten, die vom Benutzer gewartet werden können.
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  • Page 35: Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Overview This chapter provides a functional introduction to the BayStack Model 350T 10/ 100 Autosense Switch. The introduction includes a description of the ports, port LEDs, and connectors. This chapter also discusses network configuration and provides a Quick Start section that allows you to quickly set up switch parameters for managing the BayStack 350T switch with SNMP management or through the switch service port.

  • Page 36: Baystack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Components

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Based on advanced application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) technology, the BayStack 350T switch can be cost effectively deployed into 10 Mb/s networks. As performance requirements grow and 100 Mb/s LANs are deployed, each port uses autosensing to support any mix of 10 Mb/s and 100 Mb/s Ethernet LANs.
  • Page 37 Getting Started Table 1-1 describes the components of the BayStack 350T switch as numbered in Figure 1-2. Table 1-1. Front/back panel components Item Icon/label Description Power Power LED Green DC power is available to the switch’s internal circuitry. Diagnostics Diagnostics LED Green The switch passes the self-test.

  • Page 38: Cooling Fans

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Cooling Fans Three variable-speed cooling fans in the BayStack 350T switch provide cooling for the internal components. Cooling air is drawn into air vents located on one side of the switch and expelled through the fans at the opposite side. When you install the switch, be sure to allow space at the sides of the switch for adequate airflow.
  • Page 39 Getting Started • IEEE 802.3u-compliant autonegotiation ports, with four modes: — 10BASE-T half-duplex — 10BASE-T full-duplex — 100BASE-TX half-duplex — 100BASE-TX full-duplex • Remote monitoring (RMON) with four groups integrated: — Statistics — History — Alarms — Events • Port-based virtual LANs (VLANs) •...

  • Page 40: Flash Memory Storage

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Flash Memory Storage The BayStack 350T switch uses flash memory to store the switch software image. Flash memory allows you to update the software image with a newer version without changing the switch hardware. An in-band connection between the switch and the TFTP load host is required to download the software image (refer to “Software Download”...

  • Page 41: Configuration And Switch Management

    Getting Started Configuration and Switch Management The BayStack 350T switch is shipped direct from the factory ready to operate in any 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX standard network. You can manage the switch with Optivity network management software, or with any generic SNMP-based ®...

  • Page 42: Connecting Power Workgroups

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Connecting Power Workgroups Figure 1-3 shows BayStack 350T switches connecting a mixture of dedicated power workgroups along with standard departmental users. In this example, all users have access to 10 Mb/s bandwidth or 100 Mb/s bandwidth on any port. BayStack 350T switch network center...

  • Page 43: Acting As A Desktop/Segment Switch

    Getting Started Acting as a Desktop/Segment Switch Figure 1-4 shows groups of power users connected to servers through BayStack 350T switches in a small network. Network managers who do not want to provide each end station with the full 100 Mb/s bandwidth can designate a certain number of users to share the full bandwidth provided by one port of the switch.

  • Page 44: Creating Virtual Lan Workgroups

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Creating Virtual LAN Workgroups You can create and configure virtual LANs (VLANs) by segmenting networks into logical workgroups that are independent of physical connections and locations. The workgroups can be defined according to project or department. As shown in Figure 1-5, workgroup members on VLANs share computer resources...

  • Page 45: Quick Start

    Getting Started Quick Start This section provides Quick Start procedures for installing and setting up the BayStack 350T switch. It is intended for experienced installers or system administrators that are familiar with the BayStack 350T switch installation and setup procedures provided in this manual. If you are experienced in installing network devices, or if you are installing multiple BayStack 350T switches, you can probably use the installation flowchart provided in this section to guide you through the installation.

  • Page 46: Quick Start To Installing The Baystack 350T Switch

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Quick Start to Installing the BayStack 350T Switch You can use the installation flowchart (see Figure 1-6) to install the BayStack 350T switch. If you need more information about any of the steps in the flowchart, refer to the appropriate section in Chapter 2, “Installation.”...

  • Page 47: Quick Start To Managing The Baystack 350T Switch

    Getting Started Quick Start to Managing the BayStack 350T Switch If you are already familiar with managing network devices, you can use the Quick Start procedures provided in this section to set up and begin managing the BayStack 350T switch. The procedures assume that the BayStack 350T switch has been installed and verified (as described in Chapter 2, “Installation”), and...

  • Page 48: Managing With Snmp Management Applications

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Managing with SNMP Management Applications If you are using an SNMP management application to manage the BayStack 350T switch, you must first assign an IP address to the switch so that the SNMP management software can communicate with the switch.

  • Page 49: Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation Overview This chapter explains how to install the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch. The switch can be placed freestanding onto a tabletop or shelf, mounted on a wall, or installed into a 19-inch equipment rack. Installing the BayStack 350T switch consists of unpacking the equipment, physically installing the switch, connecting the network cables, and then connecting the power.

  • Page 50: Package Contents

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Package Contents While unpacking the equipment, verify that your BayStack 350T switch shipment includes all of the items shown in Figure 2-1. power cord Rubber footpads 35 0T 10 /10 0 Au tos en se Sw itc BayStack Model 350T...

  • Page 51: Site Preparation

    Installation Site Preparation Before beginning the switch installation, use the following checklist to ensure that your site is ready. Hardware Verify that you have the following hardware components appropriate to your method of installation: • Console terminal—Ensure that you have a console terminal available. The terminal must be a VT100-compatible terminal or a PC running VT100 terminal-emulation software.

  • Page 52: Software

    TFTP server—You can keep your BayStack 350T switch firmware up to date by upgrading the firmware as new versions become available. To upgrade the firmware, you need a properly configured Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server in your network. The Bay Networks network management applications EZ LAN ™ , Optivity Campus ™...

  • Page 53: Installing The Baystack 350T Switch

    Installation Installing the BayStack 350T Switch This section explains how to install, power up, and verify the operation of the BayStack 350T switch. Before you begin these procedures, read and follow the instructions in “Site Preparation” on page 2-3. Warning: To avoid bodily injury from hazardous electrical current, do not connect the power cord until instructed to do so.

  • Page 54: Installing Mounting Brackets

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Installing Mounting Brackets Figure 2-2 shows the mounting bracket positions for surface mounting the BayStack 350T switch onto a flat surface such as a tabletop, shelf, or wall. When rack mounting the switch, the same brackets are used, but they are positioned to attach to the rack mount holes in the chassis (see Figure 2-5).

  • Page 55: Tabletop Or Shelf Installation

    Installation Tabletop or Shelf Installation To install the BayStack 350T switch onto a tabletop or shelf, follow these steps: Attach four rubber footpads onto the bottom of the unit, at each corner (see Figure 2-3). Place the switch onto the tabletop or shelf with the front panel facing toward you.

  • Page 56: Wall Mounting

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Wall Mounting The BayStack 350T switch can be installed onto any wall that can safely support the weight of the device and attached cables (see “Site Preparation” on page 2-3 for safety considerations). The BayStack 350T switch can be mounted with or without the rubber footpads attached.

  • Page 57: Wall Mounting The Switch

    Installation Wall Mounting the Switch To install the BayStack 350T switch onto a wall, follow these steps: Using a Phillips (or cross-head) screwdriver, attach the two mounting brackets to both sides of the switch with the four screws supplied with the unit (see Figure 2-2).

  • Page 58: Rack Mounting

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Rack Mounting The BayStack 350T switch occupies one single-unit rack space and can be installed in most standard 19-inch racks. Note: When rack mounting the BayStack 350T switch, do not attach the four rubber footpads supplied with the unit.

  • Page 59: Connecting Port Cables

    Installation 35 0T 10 /1 00 Au to se ns e Sw itc h 611FA Figure 2-6. Installing the BayStack 350T switch in a 19-inch rack Caution: When mounting this device in a rack, do not stack units directly on top of one another in the rack.

  • Page 60: Connecting Power

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch To connect the port cables, insert the cable plug into the appropriate port connector until the release tab snaps into the locked position (see Figure 2-7). 5634 Figure 2-7. Connecting a port cable to the BayStack 350T switch After connecting the port cables, proceed to “Connecting Power”...

  • Page 61: Verifying The Installation

    Installation Verifying the Installation Proper operation of the BayStack 350T switch is verified by observing the front panel LEDs. During the power-up sequence, the LEDs display the sequence described in Table 2-1. Table 2-1. Power-up sequence of the BayStack 350T switch Stage Description Indication...

  • Page 63: Using The Console Interface

    Chapter 3 Using the Console Interface Overview This chapter describes how to configure and manage the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch using the menu-driven console interface (CI). You can access the CI menu screens through the service port located on the switch back panel.

  • Page 64: Service Port Cabling

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Service Port Cabling You can connect a console terminal directly to the BayStack 350T switch service port or you can connect a modem to the switch service port for remote access to the CI menus.

  • Page 65: Connecting To The Baystack 350T Switch Service Port

    Using the Console Interface Connecting to the BayStack 350T Switch Service Port To connect a console terminal or modem to the BayStack 350T switch service port, follow these steps: Plug the RS-232 cable DB-9 receptacle into the service port plug. Secure the connection with the two screws on the DB-9 receptacle.

  • Page 66: Using The Ci Menus

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Using the CI Menus The CI menus and screens provide commands that allow you to configure and manage the BayStack 350T switch. Although some commands carry out actions immediately, other commands are followed by an ellipsis (for example, IP Configuration...) indicating that the selection displays a submenu with other options.

  • Page 67: Screen Fields And Descriptions

    Using the Console Interface Screen Fields and Descriptions Figure 3-1 shows a map of the CI screens. The remainder of this chapter describes the CI screens, including each of the corresponding screen fields, beginning with the Main Menu. Main Menu IP Configuration MAC Address Table SNMP Configuration...
  • Page 68 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch BayStack Model 350T Main Menu IP Configuration... SNMP Configuration... System Characteristics... Switch Configuration... Service Port Configuration... Spanning Tree Configuration... TELNET Configuration... Software Download... Display Event Log Reset Reset to Default Settings Logout Use arrow keys to highlight option, press <Return>...
  • Page 69 Using the Console Interface Table 3-1. CI Main Menu commands (continued) Command Description Switch Configuration... Displays the Switch Configuration Menu (see “Switch Configuration” on page 3-17). This menu provides additional configuration commands. The commands include: MAC Address Table, VLAN Configuration, Port Configuration, and Display Port Statistics.

  • Page 70: Ip Configuration

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch IP Configuration The IP Configuration screen (see Figure 3-3) allows you to set or modify the BayStack 350T switch IP configuration parameters. Data entered into the configurable fields of the screen display take effect as soon as the user presses [Enter].
  • Page 71 Using the Console Interface The IP Configuration screen includes the fields listed in Table 3-2. Table 3-2. IP Configuration screen fields Field Description BootP Request Mode: Sets one of four modes of operation for the BootP protocol (see “Choosing a BootP Request Mode”...

  • Page 72: Choosing A Bootp Request Mode

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Choosing a BootP Request Mode The BootP Request Mode field (in the IP Configuration screen) allows you to choose one of the following methods for the switch to broadcast BootP requests: • BootP When Needed •...

  • Page 73: Bootp Always

    Using the Console Interface BootP Always This mode field setting allows the switch to be managed only when configured with the IP address obtained from the BootP server. When selected, this field operates as follows: • The switch continues to broadcast BootP requests, regardless of whether an in-band IP address is set from the console terminal.

  • Page 74: Bootp Or Last Address

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch BootP or Last Address This mode field setting allows the switch to continue to be manageable, even though a BootP server may not currently be reachable. When selected, this field operates as follows: •...

  • Page 75: Snmp Configuration

    Using the Console Interface SNMP Configuration The SNMP Configuration screen (see Figure 3-4) allows you to set or modify your SNMP configuration parameters. SNMP Configuration Read-Only Community String: [ public ] Read-Write Community String: [ private ] Trap #1 IP Address: [ 0.0.0.0 ] Community String: Trap #2 IP Address:...
  • Page 76 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch The SNMP Configuration screen includes the fields listed in Table 3-3. Table 3-3. SNMP Configuration screen fields Field Description Read-Only The community string used for in-band read-only SNMP operations. Community String: Default Value: public Range: Can be any ASCII string up to 32 printable characters...

  • Page 77: System Characteristics

    Using the Console Interface System Characteristics The System Characteristics screen (see Figure 3-5) allows you to view system characteristics and contains three user-configurable fields: sysContact, sysName, and sysLocation. System Characteristics MAC Address: 00-60-FD-00-03-A8 Reset Count: Last Reset Type: Software Download sysDescr: BayStack Model 350T HW:RevC FW:V1.00 SW:V1.00 sysObjectID:...
  • Page 78 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch The System Characteristics screen includes the fields listed in Table 3-4. Table 3-4. System Characteristics screen fields Field Description MAC Address: The MAC address of the BayStack 350T switch. Reset Count: Read-only field—indicates the number of resets since the BayStack 350T switch was originally loaded with operational firmware.

  • Page 79: Switch Configuration

    Using the Console Interface Switch Configuration The Switch Configuration Menu (see Figure 3-6) provides a choice of commands you can use to set or modify your switch configuration. Switch Configuration Menu MAC Address Table VLAN Configuration... Port Configuration... Display Port Statistics Clear Port Statistics Return to Main Menu Use arrow keys to highlight option, press <Return>...
  • Page 80 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch The Switch Configuration Menu includes the commands listed in Table 3-5. Table 3-5. Switch Configuration Menu commands Command Description MAC Address Table... Displays the MAC Address Table screen (see “MAC Address Table” on page 3-19).

  • Page 81: Mac Address Table

    Using the Console Interface MAC Address Table The MAC Address Table screen (see Figure 3-7) allows you to view MAC addresses that were learned by the switch. You can also use this screen to search for specific MAC addresses. MAC Address Table Aging Time: [ 300 seconds ] Find an Address:...

  • Page 82: Vlan Configuration

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch VLAN Configuration The VLAN Configuration screen (see Figure 3-8) allows you to configure your BayStack 350T switch with as many as eight virtual LANs (VLANs). The screen provides a matrix that allows you to group the switch ports into logical (virtual) workgroups.
  • Page 83 Using the Console Interface The switch ports can be configured into logical workgroups by simply selecting the port numbers vertically, under the VLAN names. You can allow any port to be shared by users on a separate VLAN by selecting the same port horizontally under each VLAN name you want to connect.

  • Page 84: Example Vlan Configuration

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Example VLAN Configuration Figure 3-9 shows an example of a VLAN configuration that spans multiple BayStack 350T switches. Each of the switches, S1, S2, and S3, are participants in the VLAN configuration and are individually configured to create the VLAN configuration shown here.
  • Page 85 Using the Console Interface Figure 3-10, Figure 3-11, and Figure 3-12 show the VLAN Configuration screen settings used with each of the switches (S1, S2, and S3) shown in Figure 3-9. VLAN Configuration Port ---- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----...

  • Page 86: Figure 3-11. Lan Configuration Screen For S2

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch VLAN Configuration Port ---- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- [ X ] [ x ] [ x ] [ X ] [ X ] Use space bar to display choices, press <Return> or <Enter> to select choice. Press Ctrl-R to return to previous menu.

  • Page 87: Figure 3-12. Vlan Configuration Screen For S3

    Using the Console Interface VLAN Configuration Port ---- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- [ x ] [ X ] [ x ] [ x ] [ x ] [ X ] [ x ] Use space bar to display choices, press <Return> or <Enter> to select choice. Press Ctrl-R to return to previous menu.

  • Page 88: Port Configuration

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Port Configuration The Port Configuration screen (see Figure 3-13) allows you to selectively configure individual switch ports or all switch port parameters. You can set your switch ports to autonegotiate for the highest available speed of the connected station, or you can choose a set speed for selected ports.
  • Page 89 Using the Console Interface The Port Configuration screen contains the fields listed in Table 3-7. Table 3-7. Port Configuration screen fields Field Description Port The Port heading indicates the switch port numbers, from 1 through 16, that correspond to the field settings in that row of the screen (for example, the field settings configured in row 2 apply to switch port 2).

  • Page 90: Port Statistics

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Port Statistics The Port Statistics screen (see Figure 3-14) allows you to view detailed information related to any switch port. The screen is divided into two sections (Received and Transmitted) for comparison evaluation of throughput or other port parameters.
  • Page 91 Using the Console Interface The Port Statistics screen contains the fields listed in Table 3-8. Table 3-8. Port Statistics screen fields Field Description Port: This field allows you to select the number of the port you want to view. To view another port, type the port number you want to view and press [Enter], or press the space bar on your keyboard to toggle between the port numbers.
  • Page 92 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Table 3-8. Port Statistics screen fields (continued) Field Description Collisions: Indicates the total number of collisions detected on this port. Single Collisions: Indicates the total number of packets that were successfully transmitted on this port after experiencing a single collision.

  • Page 93: Clear Port Statistics

    Using the Console Interface Table 3-8. Port Statistics screen fields (continued) Field Description Deferred Packets: Indicates the total number of frames that were delayed on the first transmission attempt, but never incurred a collision. Late Collisions: Indicates the total number of packet collisions that occurred after a total length of time that exceeded 512 bit-times of packet transmission.

  • Page 94: Service Port Configuration

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch The Clear Port Statistics screen contains the field listed in Table 3-9. Table 3-9. Clear Port Statistics field Field Description Clear Statistics for This field allows you to reset the port counters for a specified port or for all ports. If Port you choose “All,”...
  • Page 95 Using the Console Interface The Service Port Configuration screen contains the fields listed in Table 3-10. Table 3-10. Service Port Configuration screen fields Field Description Service Port Data Bits: Current service port data bit setting (read-only field). Service Port Parity: Current service port parity setting (read-only field).

  • Page 96: Spanning Tree Configuration Menu

    If you change the system-supplied default passwords, be sure to write the new passwords down and keep them in a safe place. If you forget the new passwords, you cannot access the configuration interface. In that case, contact Bay Networks for help. Default Value: secure...
  • Page 97 Using the Console Interface The Spanning Tree Configuration Menu contains the commands listed in Table 3-11. Table 3-11. Spanning Tree Configuration Menu commands Command Description Spanning Tree Port Configuration... Displays the Spanning Tree Port Configuration screen (see “Spanning Tree Port Configuration”...

  • Page 98: Spanning Tree Port Configuration

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Spanning Tree Port Configuration The Spanning Tree Port Configuration screen (see Figure 3-18) allows you to configure individual switch ports or all switch ports for participation in the Spanning Tree Algorithm. Spanning Tree Port Configuration Port Participation Priority...
  • Page 99 Using the Console Interface The Spanning Tree Port Configuration screen contains the fields listed in Table 3-12. Table 3-12. Spanning Tree Port Configuration screen fields Field Description Port The Port heading indicates the switch port numbers, from 1 through 16, that correspond to the field settings in that row of the screen (for example, the field settings configured in row 2 apply to switch port 2).

  • Page 100: Display Spanning Tree Switch Settings

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Display Spanning Tree Switch Settings The Spanning Tree Switch Settings screen (see Figure 3-19) allows you to view the BayStack 350T spanning tree parameter settings. Spanning Tree Switch Settings Bridge Priority: 8000 Designated Root: 80000060FD000090 Root Port:...
  • Page 101 Using the Console Interface The Spanning Tree Switch Settings screen lists the spanning tree parameters listed Table 3-13. Table 3-13. Spanning Tree Switch Settings screen parameters Parameter Description Bridge Priority: Indicates the management-assigned priority value of the bridge ID in hexadecimal notation, which is the most significant byte of the bridge ID.
  • Page 102 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Table 3-13. Spanning Tree Switch Settings screen parameters (continued) Parameter Description Forward Delay: Indicates the Forward Delay parameter value, currently in use by the root bridge, that specifies the length of time that the bridge ports remain in the Listening and Learning states before entering the Forwarding state.

  • Page 103: Telnet Configuration

    Using the Console Interface TELNET Configuration The TELNET Configuration screen (see Figure 3-20) allows a user at a remote console terminal to interactively communicate with the BayStack 350T switch, as if the console terminal is directly connected to it. Up to four TELNET sessions are allowed at any time.
  • Page 104 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch The TELNET Configuration screen contains the fields listed in Table 3-14. Table 3-14. TELNET Configuration screen fields Field Description TELNET Enables or disables the CI to remote access through a TELNET session. Access: Default Value: Enabled...
  • Page 105 Using the Console Interface Table 3-14. TELNET Configuration screen fields (continued) Field Description Event Logging: Specifies the types of events that will be displayed in the Event Log screen (see “Display Event Log” on page 3-47). Default Value: Range: All, None, Accesses, Failures Description: ALL—logs the following TELNET events to the Event Log screen: •...

  • Page 106: Software Download

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Software Download The Software Download screen (see Figure 3-21) allows you to revise your BayStack 350T switch software image that is located in nonvolatile flash memory. Note that to download the BayStack 350T software image, a properly configured Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server must be present in your network, and your switch must be configured with an IP address (see “IP Configuration”...

  • Page 107: Led Indications During The Download Process

    Using the Console Interface The Software Download screen contains the fields listed in Table 3-15. Table 3-15. Software Download screen fields Field Description Image The software image load file name Filename: Default Value: Zero-length string Range: An ASCII string of up to 30 printable characters TFTP Server IP The IP address of your TFTP load host Address:...
  • Page 108 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch The LED indications are listed in Table 3-16. Table 3-16. LED Indications during download process Phase Description LED Indications The new software 100 Mb/s Port Status LEDs (ports 11 through 16 only)—the LEDs begin to Image is downloading light green from right to left, beginning with port 16.

  • Page 109: Display Event Log

    Using the Console Interface Display Event Log The Event Log screen (see Figure 3-22) provides informational messages about the following topics: • Software Download—indicates new software version. • Authentication Failure—indicates details of any attempted SNMP get or set access that used an improper community string. •...

  • Page 110: Excessive Bad Entries

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Excessive Bad Entries If the firmware detects excessive errors in the Flash Event Log (errors exceeding 75 percent), the Flash Event Log is cleared (discarded of all entries) and an event entry is displayed in the Event Log screen. Figure 3-23 shows an example of the Event Log entry for this type of event.

  • Page 111: Reset

    Using the Console Interface Reset The Reset command allows you to reset the switch, without erasing any configured switch parameters. Resetting the switch takes approximately 5 seconds to complete. During this time period, the switch initiates a self-test that comprises various diagnostic routines and subtests.

  • Page 112: Reset To Default Settings

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Reset to Default Settings The Reset to Default Settings command allows you to reset the switch and replace all configured switch parameters with factory default settings. Caution: If you choose this command, all of your configured settings will be replaced with factory default settings when you press [Enter].

  • Page 113: Logout

    Using the Console Interface Logout The Logout command allows a user at a password-protected console terminal or an active TELNET session to disconnect the session. The Logout command performs the following functions: • When accessing the BayStack 350T switch through a TELNET session, selecting the Logout command disconnects the session.

  • Page 115: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Overview This chapter explains how to isolate and diagnose problems with your BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch. Warning: To avoid bodily injury from hazardous electrical current, never remove the top cover of the device. There are no user-serviceable components inside.

  • Page 116: Led Description

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch LED Description All of the BayStack 350T status LEDs are located on the front panel (see Figure 4-1). 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Power F Dx Diagnostics Activity Activity 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch 615EA...

  • Page 117: Diagnosing And Correcting The Problem

    Troubleshooting Diagnosing and Correcting the Problem Before beginning the problem-solving steps recommended in this section, cycle the power to the BayStack 350T switch; then verify that the switch follows the normal power-up sequence. Normal Power-up Sequence When power is applied to the BayStack 350T switch, the LEDs display in the following sequence: The Power LED lights as soon as power is applied to the switch.

  • Page 118: Port Connection Problems

    Cycle power to the switch (disconnect and then blinking. during the self-test. reconnect the AC power cord). If the problem persists, contact Bay Networks customer support. Port Connection Problems Port connection problems can usually be traced to a bad connection or to an improper connection of the port cables at either end of the link.
  • Page 119 Troubleshooting If the connected station uses a form of autonegotiation that is not compatible to the IEEE 802.3u autonegotiating standard, the connected stations cannot negotiate a compatible mode suitable for correct operation. In this situation, the BayStack 350T switch autosenses the speed of the connected port and, by default, reverts to half-duplex mode.

  • Page 121: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix lists the technical specifications for the BayStack Model 350T 10/ 100 Autosense Switch. Environmental Temperature: Operating: to 40 C (32 to 104 Storage: –25° to 70° C (–13° to 158° F) Humidity: Operating: 85% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing Storage: 95% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing Altitude:...

  • Page 122: Performance Specifications

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Performance Specifications Frame Forward Rate 1.6 million packets per second, maximum—learned unicast (64-byte Packets): traffic Port Forwarding/Filtering For 10 Mb/s: 14,880 packets per second maximum Performance (64-byte For 100 Mb/s: 148,810 pps Packets) Rx: Address database size: 8000 entries...

  • Page 123: Electromagnetic Emissions

    Technical Specifications Electromagnetic Emissions Meets requirements of: • FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A • EN 55 022 (CISPR 22:1985), Class A • VCCI Class 1 ITE • Australian AS 3548 Electromagnetic Susceptibility Electrostatic discharge (ESD): EC 801-2, Level 2 Radiated electromagnetic field: EC 801-3, Level 1 Electrical fast transient/burst:...

  • Page 124: Declaration Of Conformity

    The following Declaration of Conformity for the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch complies with ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014. The declaration identifies the product, the Bay Networks name and address, and the applicable specifications that are recognized in the European community.

  • Page 125: Connectors And Pin Assignments

    Appendix B Connectors and Pin Assignments This appendix describes the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch port connectors. RJ-45 (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Port) Connector The RJ-45 port connectors (see Figure B-1) are wired as MDI-X ports to connect end stations without using crossover cables. (Refer to “MDI and MDI-X Devices”...

  • Page 126: Mdi And Mdi-X Devices

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Table B-1 shows the RJ-45 (8-pin modular) port connector pin assignments. Table B-1. RJ-45 port connector pin assignments Signal Description Receive Data + RX– Receive Data – Transmit Data + Not applicable Terminated Not applicable Terminated...

  • Page 127: Mdi-X To Mdi Connections

    Connectors and Pin Assignments MDI-X to MDI Connections BayStack Model 350T switches use MDI-X ports that allow you to connect directly to end stations without using crossover cables (see Figure B-2). BayStack 350T switch End station MDI-X port Straight-through cable MDI port 617EA Figure B-2.

  • Page 128: Mdi-X To Mdi-X Connections

    Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch MDI-X to MDI-X Connections If you are connecting a device to the BayStack 350T switch that also implements MDI-X ports (see Figure B-3), use a crossover cable. BayStack 350T switch Switch or hub MDI-X port Crossover cable MDI-X port...

  • Page 129: Db-9 (Rs-232-D) Service Port Connector

    Connectors and Pin Assignments DB-9 (RS-232-D) Service Port Connector The DB-9 service port connector (see Figure B-4) is configured as a data communications equipment (DCE) device connector. The DSR and CTS signal outputs are always asserted. The CD, DTR, RTS, and RI signal inputs are not used.

  • Page 131: Appendix C Switch Default Settings

    Appendix C Switch Default Settings This appendix lists the factory default settings for the BayStack 350T switch (see Table C-1). Table C-1. Factory default settings for the BayStack 350T switch Field Default Setting Used in CI Screen: BootP Request Mode: BootP When Needed IP Configuration In-Band IP Address:...
  • Page 132 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch Table C-1. Factory default settings for the BayStack 350T switch (continued) Field Default Setting Used in CI Screen: Clear Statistics for Port Clear Port Statistics Console Port Speed: 9600 Baud Service Port Configuration Console Password: Not Required Console Read-Only Password:...
  • Page 133 The following listing is a sample BootP configuration file: # The following is a sample of a BootP configuration file that was extracted from # a Bay Networks EZ LAN network management application. Note that other BootP daemons # can use a configuration file with a different format.
  • Page 134 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch # Caution Omitting a Forward slash (/) when the entry is continued to the next line, can cause the interruption of the booting process or the incorrect image file to download. Always include forward slashes where needed. # Important Note: If a leading zero (0) is used in the IP address it is calculated as an octal number.
  • Page 135 10 Mb/s Port Status LEDs 3-46 bandwidth, mixing 1-8 100 LED 1-3 Bay Networks Press xvii 100 Mb/s Port Status LEDs 3-46 Bay Networks World Wide Web page xix 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX BayStack 350T Self-Test screen port connectors 2-11 after Reset command 3-49...
  • Page 136 Using the BayStack Model 350T 10/100 Autosense Switch DB-9 service port connector B-5 access options 3-1 Declaration of Conformity A-4 description of 3-1 Default Gateway field 3-9 Main Menu 3-6 Deferred Packets field 3-31 menus, accessing 3-3 Designated Root field 3-39 menus, using 3-4 Diagnostics LED 1-3 2-13...
  • Page 137 Index IEEE 802.3u-compliant autonegotiation 1-5 Last BootP field 3-9 Image Filename field 3-45 Last Reset Type field 3-16 In Use field 3-9 Late Collisions field 3-31 Inactivity Timeout field 3-42 learning rate, addresses per second 1-4 In-Band IP Address field 3-9 LEDs In-Band Subnet Mask field 3-9 indications in download process 3-46...
  • Page 138 VLAN/workgroup diagram 1-10 Power LED 2-13 network interface card. power switch 2-12 network management 1-6 power, connecting 2-12 Bay Networks applications 2-4 power-up sequence 2-13 SNMP 1-14 Priority field 3-37 through the service port 1-13 publications, ordering xvii network protocol/standards compatibility...
  • Page 139 Index Spanning Tree Configuration command 3-7 Spanning Tree Configuration Menu 3-34 safety alert messages xxi Spanning Tree Port Configuration field 3-35 serial port connector 1-3 Spanning Tree Port Configuration screen server 3-36 BootP 2-4 Spanning Tree Protocol, compliance s TFTP 2-4 tandards 1-4 service port Spanning Tree Switch Settings screen 3-38...
  • Page 140 Logout command 3-51 VLAN Configuration screen 3-20 supported features 1-4 See also Service Port Configuration screen World Wide Web page, Bay Networks xix See also TELNET Configuration screen TELNET Access command 3-42 TELNET Configuration command 3-7 TELNET Configuration screen 3-41...

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