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Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules interface characteristics 18 Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 pre-E, E, and M modules feature set 21 Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 R module feature set 21 M mode configuration requirements 23 R mode configuration requirements 24...
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Connecting a network management station to the switch 88 Connecting communications cables to Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules 89 Managing cables for the Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis 93 Initializing the 8672ATME, 8672ATMM, and 8683POSM modules 96 Initializing the 8672ATME and 8672ATMM modules 97...
New in this release The following describes what’s new in Nortel Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Installation — Modules (NN46220-306). Features The following features are new in Nortel Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Installation — Modules (NN46220-306) for this release: •...
The Nortel Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis provides the physical enclosure for the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules. When Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules are installed in the chassis, the resulting Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 provides a range of data speeds and high-performance switching and routing features.
Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules provide a full complement of core routing and switching capabilities in an Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis. The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules include switch fabric (SF) modules and interface modules. An Ethernet...
"8692omSF module" (page 67) Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules interface characteristics The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules support different types of interfaces with different speeds and port types, including: • 10/100 megabit per second (Mb/s) autonegotiating twisted pair Ethernet ports •...
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Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules interface characteristics 19 Maximum port densities for Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules Module type Port type 8608GBE and 1000BaseSX 8608GBM 1000BaseLX 1000BaseZX 1000BaseXD 1000BaseCWDM 1000BaseT 8608GTE and 1000BaseT 8608GTM 8608SXE 1000BaseSX 8616GTE 1000BaseT...
50). The 8672ATME and 8672ATMM modules are not supported with Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Ethernet VPN services. Note 3: Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 does not support the 8681XLR and 8681XLW modules. Note 4: For information about these MDAs, see module is not supported with Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Ethernet VPN services.
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(MAC) and Physical Layer Controls (PHY) as well as the physical interfaces for direct network connections. A single PIM interconnects with a single DPM to form a Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Module. Modules with DPMs are R modules. Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules that use the BFM are pre-E, E, or M modules.
R module has pertinent information about the state of all other R modules in the system. M mode configuration requirements M mode supports the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 M module feature set. Full support of M mode requires the following configuration conditions: •...
Platform Operations (315545-E) for information about how to configure the switch to boot in the desired mode. R mode configuration requirements R mode supports the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 R module feature set. Full support of R mode requires the following configuration conditions: •...
The ESM 8668 Metro Ethernet Services Module (Metro ESM 8668) provides eight 1000Base SFP Gigabit Ethernet ports. The Metro ESM 8668 has the same architecture as the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 interface modules, but also contains an additional network processor in the data path of each of the eight Ethernet ports.
Layer 2 and Layer 3 configurations, including Internet routing tables. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: •...
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The module has been inserted into the chassis and diagnostics are running. The switch power is off. If the switch power is on, the module is going through its power-on self-test and software initialization. A module in this state is not yet functional.
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The 8608SXE module supports up to 32 000 table entries in its forwarding engine. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: • Default mode (32 000 table entries) supports up to 32 000 hardware records.
The 8616GTE module supports up to 32 000 table entries in its forwarding engine. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: • Default mode (32 000 table entries) supports up to 32 000 hardware records.
The 8616SXE module supports up to 32 000 table entries in its forwarding engine. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: • Default mode (32 000 table entries) supports up to 32 000 hardware records.
The 8624FXE module supports up to 32 000 table entries in its forwarding engine. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: • Default mode (32 000 table entries) supports up to 32 000 hardware records.
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64 000 MAC records • 32 000 ARP records For information about Ethernet VPN characteristics, see Engineering Guidelines for Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 and Metro Ethernet Services Unit 1800/1850. The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: •...
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Layer 2 and Layer 3 configurations, including Internet routing tables. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: •...
46 Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: • Default mode (32 000 table entries) supports up to 32 000 hardware records. This mode supports all modules. • M mode (128 000 table entries) supports up to 128 000 hardware records.
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Layer 2 and Layer 3 configurations, including Internet routing tables. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: •...
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8672ATMM Modules (313071-C). In the data center, the 8672ATME and 8672ATMM modules act as an edge device for WAN connectivity to connect an 8600 Switch to public or private ATM networks. In the wiring closet, this module provides inter-building connections for campus networks where each building is supported by frame-switched networks.
(10.3 Gb/s LAN PHY) operates in full-duplex mode and provides transmission ranges of up to 10 km using 9/125 µm single-mode fiber cable. Note that the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 does not support the 8681XLR module. 8681XLR module "8681XLR module LEDs"...
56 Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules See Using Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 10 Gigabit Ethernet Modules (315893-E) for a description of how to configure the 8681XLW module using the command line interface (CLI) or Device Manager. The 8681XLW module supports up to 128 000 table entries in its forwarding engine, allowing for large Layer 2 and Layer 3 configurations, including...
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Layer 2 and Layer 3 configurations, including Internet routing tables. For information about table entry characteristics, see Network Design Guidelines (313197-E). The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 system has three hardware operating modes: •...
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Modules (315893-E) for a description of how to configure the 8683XLR module using the command line interface (CLI) or Device Manager. The Ethernet Routing Switch 8683XLR module is an R module. When 8683XLR ports are used in the Enterprise mode of operation, it supports the following: •...
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Port Module Online See Using Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 10 Gigabit Ethernet Modules (315893-E) for a description of how to configure the 8683XZR Module using the command line interface (CLI) or Device Manager. The 8683XZR module is an R module. When 8683XZR ports are used in the Enterprise mode of operation, it supports the following: •...
8691omSF module The 8691omSF module switching fabric for the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600, as well as a CPU subsystem and a real-time clock. The core switching fabric switches all traffic through the routing switch modules. The CPU subsystem manages the routing switch fabric and the other I/O modules.
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The 8691SF/256 is identified by the front panel model number label in the upper right corner as 8691SF/256. You can use the 8691SF as a Metro Ethernet switch fabric with the appropriate memory upgrade. See Installing a CPU Memory Upgrade (314832-D) for instructions for upgrading CPU memory.
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8691omSF module LEDs The Switch LEDs and the CPU LEDs serve as a bar graph to indicate card activity. The Switch bar graph increases as the switch fabric utilization increases. The CPU bar graph increases when the CPU is actively performing tasks, such as learning media access control (MAC) addresses, updating routing tables, or interacting with the device management station.
10/100BaseT port that allows out-of-band management of the switch using a Web browser or Device Manager. You can also establish a Telnet session to access the CLI. Use this port to connect the switch to a network management station. The Ethernet management port has its own IP address but does not switch traffic to other ports in the chassis.
8691omSF module. DCE/DTE switch The DCE/DTE switch changes the pin assignments on the Console port. Use this switch to designate the connector as either DTE or DCE. For information about pin assignments for the Console port, see port" (page...
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68 Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules 8692omSF module Do not use any software prior to Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Release 3.6 with the 8692omSF CPU module. For more information, see Nortel Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Important Notice — Using the Correct Software Version for the 8692SF CPU Module (NN46220-404).
LEDs. 8692omSF module LEDs The Switch LEDs and the CPU LEDs serve as a bar graph to indicate card activity. The Switch bar graph increases as the switch fabric utilization increases. The CPU bar graph increases when the CPU is actively performing tasks, such as learning media access control (MAC) addresses, updating routing tables, or interacting with the device management station.
10/100BaseT port that allows out-of-band management of the switch using a Web browser or Device Manager. You can also establish a Telnet or SSH (Secure Shell) session to access the CLI. Use this port to connect the switch to a network management station. The Ethernet management port has its own IP address but does not switch traffic to other ports in the chassis.
The PC Card slot in the 8692omSF module accepts the PC Cards listed in "Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 PC Cards" (page card provides a convenient way to store switch configurations and boot images. Using a memory card, you can quickly transfer configurations and images between switches or store multiple configurations for a single switch.
Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment This chapter provides instructions for installing and connecting Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules in an Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis to create a Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600. Navigation •...
74 Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment Procedure steps Step Action Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that fasten the filler panel to the chassis 8006, and 8010 chassis" (page 74) 8010co chassis" (page Removing a filler panel: 8003, 8006, and 8010 chassis...
You can add or replace a module with the power on or off. Prerequisites • The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules are sensitive to static electricity. Static discharge from your clothing or other fixtures around you, even at levels that do not create a spark, can cause damage to the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules.
• "Installing a module" (page 81) Removing a module Remove or replace a module in your chassis. You can remove any Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module from an operating switch chassis without turning off the chassis power. Prerequisites •...
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The following procedure includes directions for disabling the module. — If you remove an 8672ATME, 8672ATMM, or 8683POSM module from an operating switch without turning off the chassis power and the module you insert has the same type MDAs installed as the module that you removed, the system saves the configuration.
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78 Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment For a CPU module, the online LED will be off or amber when the CPU module is disabled. Disconnect any cables attached to the ports on the module. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two captive screws that secure the module to the chassis 8003, 8006, and 8010 chassis"...
Installing a module Install a Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module. You can install a Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module with the power on or off. If you install a module in the same chassis slot where the same type of module was previously installed, the previous configuration is maintained for that module in that slot.
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82 Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment Procedure steps Step Action Locate the slot where you want to install the module. Remove the installed module or the filler panel. For instructions, see a filler panel" (page...
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84 Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment Seating the backplane connectors: 8010co chassis Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the 2 captive screws to secure the module to the chassis 8003, 8006, and 8010 chassis" (page 85) in the chassis: 8010co chassis"...
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If you need remote dial-in access to the CLI, you can connect a modem to the CPU module using a serial cable. Prerequisites • The Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 supports the AT or Hayes compatible modem. • You need a DTE-to-DCE cable (straight or transmit cable).
The following table lists the connectors and cables that you need to attach to the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules. The cable requirements for the Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules are also provided. If you do not have the proper cables, contact your network administrator.
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Connecting communications cables to Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules 91 Module Port 8632TXE or 1000 Mb/s 8632TXM Ethernet port 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet ports (see Note 1) 8648GTR 10/100/1000 Mb/s Ethernet ports 8648TXE or 10/100 Mb/s 8648TXM Ethernet ports (see Note 1)
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92 Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment Module Port 8683POSM OC-3 OC-3 OC-3 8683POSM OC-12 OC-12 OC-12 8683XLR 10GBase- LR port 8683XZR 10GBaseR port 8691omSF Ethernet Manage- ment port Serial ports 8692omSF Ethernet Manage- ment port Serial ports Note 1: Ports on the 8632TXE, 8632TXM, 8648TXE, and 8648TXM modules are wired as MDI-X.
Managing cables for the Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis Manage the cables for the Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis to keep them fastened and out of the way. The Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis ship with cable management brackets.
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Managing cables for the Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis 95 Managing cables: 8010, 8006, 8003 chassis Route the cable to the termination panel, loosely fastening the cable with Velcro straps or sheet fiber along the path. Fasten the connector onto the termination panel end of the cable.
Initializing the 8672ATME, 8672ATMM, and 8683POSM modules If you have installed a 8672ATME, 8672ATMM, or 8683POSM module with at least one MDA into an Ethernet Routing Switch 8000 Series chassis, the CPU module retrieves the image file to download to these modules. Ensure that the installed CPU module has a PC Card inserted and that the PC Card contains the correct image for the installed module.
ERROR Task=rcStart portPresent:port=X/X, invalid port Type The 8672ATME or 8672ATMM module requests a redownload from the switch fabric module, and the screen displays the following message: Redownload requested by ATM card in slot <number>. If the image download is unsuccessful, the screen displays the following message: ATM card in slot <number>...
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98 Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment Unsuccessful download screen output After the image is loaded onto the 8672ATME or 8672ATMM module, the image performs a series of self-diagnostic tests. If the module fails the diagnostics, the screen displays the following message: Fatal bring up error on ATM card in slot <number>.
If you accidentally delete the image file, reset the CPU module and download the file again. For information about how to reset the CPU module, see Nortel Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 Installation — Chassis Installation and Maintenance (NN46220-305). If you have one MDA installed, you can proceed to configure the 8672ATME or 8672ATMM module as described in Using the 8672ATME and 8672ATMM Modules (209195-G).
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100 Installing Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 modules and connecting equipment When the image is loaded successfully onto the 8683POSM module, the screen displays the following message: POS card in slot <number> is online. If you accidentally delete the image file, reset the CPU module and download the file again.
108 Appendix A Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module technical specifications Width: 15.4 in. (39.1 cm) Depth: 18.5 in. (47.0 cm) Weight: 8.0 lb (3.6 kg) Electrical specifications Input power: 100 W maximum Thermal rating: 344 Btu/hr maximum MTBF rating...
116 Appendix A Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module technical specifications 328 ft (100 m) for 10/100 Mb/s ports For GBIC ports, distance varies with the GBIC; see GBIC descriptions beginning on 116). GBICs Physical specifications Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Connector type "Gigabit Ethernet minimum distance ranges"...
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120 Appendix A Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module technical specifications Electrical specifications Input power: OC-3c MDA: 40 W maximum OC-12c MDA: 40 W maximum DS-3 MDA: 40 W maximum Thermal rating: OC-3c MDA: 138 Btu/hr maximum OC-12c MDA: 138 Btu/hr maximum...
124 Appendix A Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module technical specifications Connector type SC Duplex Port type 10GBaseLW 1310nm serial PMD Cable specifications Type: 9/125 µm single mode fiber optic cable Distance: 6.2 miles (10 km) Optical specifications Wavelength: 1310 nm...
128 Appendix A Metro Ethernet Routing Switch 8600 module technical specifications Input power: 180 W maximum Thermal rating: 614 BTU/hr maximum MTBF rating 184 230 hr Data Rate and encoding 10.3125 Gb/s (LAN) or 9.953 Gb/s (WAN) with 64b/66b encoding...
(DTE) or data communication equipment (DCE) device. Use the switch to the left of the port to set the port to DTE (right) or DCE (left). Default settings for this port are 9600 bits/s, 8 data bits, no parity, and one stop bit.
(DTE) or data communication equipment (DCE) device. Use the switch to the left of the port to set the port to DTE (right) or DCE (left). Default settings for this port are 9600 bits/s, 8 data bits, no parity, and one stop bit.
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