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Olicom CrossFire 8730 Installation Manual

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  • Page 1: Fast Ethernet

    CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch DOC-7046/1.2 I n s t a l l a t i o n G u i d e...
  • Page 3 CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch Installation Guide...

  • Page 4: Fcc Compliance

    Copyrights Olicom A/S reserves the right to modify the information given in this publication without prior notice. The warranty terms and conditions applicable for your purchase of this equipment are given at the time of purchase.

  • Page 5: Safety Notices

    Caution: Support the CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch while you are installing the unit to avoid dropping it on the floor or any equipment beneath it in the rack. The CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch unit weighs approximately 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs).
  • Page 6 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    1. Introduction About the CrossFire 8730 ..... 1 Front Panel Details ......2 Connectors and Push-Buttons .
  • Page 8 Internet World Wide Web Server (WWW) ... . . 54 Olicom Support WEB ..... . . 55 Problem Report Form .
  • Page 9 List of Figures Figure 1. CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch ..Figure 2. Front Panel LEDs, Switches, and Connectors..Figure 3. The Back Panel ..... . .

  • Page 10: About This Guide

    This installation guide contains the following chapters: Chapter 1, “Introduction” , contains detailed descriptions of the front and back panel of the CrossFire 8730 Switch as well as a list of features and specifications. Chapter 2, “Preparing for Installation” , provides information to be read before the installation.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    1. Introduction This chapter introduces the CrossFire 8730 Switch. You will also find detailed information about the front and back panel as well as lists of features and specifications. About the CrossFire 8730 The CrossFire 8730 Switch is designed specifically to reduce the costs and complexity of migrating from Token-Ring to Fast Ethernet.

  • Page 12: Front Panel Details

    Front Panel Details The connectors and LEDs (light emitting diodes) on the front panel of the CrossFire 8730 Switch are displayed in Figure 2. For detailed explanations, please see the tables and sections below. 4 Fast Ethernet ports (21, 22, 25, 26)
  • Page 13 This is achieved using standard IEEE 802.1Q VLAN frame tagging (IEEE=Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers). For each VLAN, a virtual port is created which behaves much like an ordinary port. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 14: Labels

    LEDs. Finally, port 21 and 22 share two status LEDs, as do port 25 and 26. Refer to Figure 2 in this chapter for the exact locations of all the LEDs. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 15: Table 2. Front Panel Leds

    (ACT) Fast Ethernet Ports: STATUS (green) Diagnostics is in process on port 21/22 or 25/26. No diagnostics is in process on port 21/22 or 25/26. Table 2. Front Panel LEDs CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...
  • Page 16 100 (green) The port is in 100 Mbps mode. The port is in 10 Mbps mode. LINK (green) The port is active. The port is not inserted. Table 2. Front Panel LEDs CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 17: Back Panel Details

    Back Panel Details This is the back panel of the CrossFire 8730 Switch: AC connection Redundant Power Supply ~ LINE 50/60Hz EXTERNAL DC SUPPLY 100-127VAC, 1.5A 200-240VAC, .75A HIGH VOLTAGES For selection of power cord POWER SUPPLY COVER set please refer to the manual MAY ONLY BE REMOVED BY “Guide to Operations”...

  • Page 18: Features

    — Half-duplex, 10 or 100 Mbps — Full-duplex, 10 or 100 Mbps • Spanning tree protocol (STP) support: — IEEE 802.1D for all ports — IBM Spanning Tree Protocol for the Token-Ring ports CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...
  • Page 19 On output, the Fast Ethernet ports must keep the rate of broadcast frames sent to Ethernet within the limit set by the Max Broadcast Rate (frames/sec) parameter that defines the maximum broadcast frame count per second. Broadcasts include: CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...
  • Page 20 Optional redundant power supply Installation • Rack or surface mounting • Plug-and-Play for transparent forwarding: — Automatic learning of network configuration — Transparent to high-level protocol • Automatic sensing and configuration of ports CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    8 using the CrossFire 8630 Stacker Link Module Rack mount 19" rack mount (hardware included) Dimensions Width: 48.3 cm (19") Depth: 40.0 cm (15.74") Height: 8.80 cm (3.46") 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs) Weight Table 4. Hardware Specifications CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 22: Table 5. Tokenring Performance Specifications

    16 Mbps in each direction for all frame sizes. 1,500,000 pps for smallest frame sizes. Aggregate switching rate (unicast or broadcast) for entire switch Within switch latency 35 µs (cut-through) Table 5. TokenRing Performance Specifications CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 23: Table 6. Translation Performance Specifications

    Fast Ethernet ports 150,000 pps Maximum forwarding rate for two Fast Ethernet ports Maximum performance for IP 8,000 pps (98% of Fast Ethernet bandwidth) fragmentation Table 6. Translation Performance Specifications CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 24: Table 7. Software Specifications

    RMON MIB/TR extensions - selected groups only (RFC1757/1513) IEEE 802.5 MIB (RFC1749/1748) IEEE 802.5r DTR MIB IEEE 802.5r DTR MAC MIB oc8600 unit MIB oc8660 unit MIB VTP MIB Table 7. Software Specifications CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 25: Table 8. Specifications For Operating Environment

    8 to 80% (non-condensing) Operating Non-operating 90% @ 45°C (113°F) Electromagnetic emissions FCC Class A certification EN55022 Class A Safety UL1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950 EN60950 Table 8. Specifications for Operating Environment CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...
  • Page 26 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Introduction...

  • Page 27: Preparing For Installation

    2. Preparing for Installation Before installing the CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch, read this chapter carefully. When you have read this chapter and are ready to start to install, follow the instructions in Chapter 3, “Installation”. Safety Recommendations Follow these guidelines to ensure general safety during and after the installation: •...

  • Page 28: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage

    Caution: For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between 1 and 10 M Ω . CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Preparing for Installation...

  • Page 29: Site Requirements

    1. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 2. To prevent electrical shock, the power cord set used must comply with national regulations. 2a. The female receptacle of the cord must meet CEE-22 requirements. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Preparing for Installation...
  • Page 30 250 VAC and have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the equipment will be installed. Caution: Support the CrossFire 8730 Switch while you are installing the unit to avoid dropping it on the floor or any equipment beneath it in the rack. The CrossFire 8730 unit weighs approximately 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs).

  • Page 31: Unpacking And Inspecting

    — CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch— Reference Guide. — An on-line version of this guide, the CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translational Switch—Installation Guide . Note that the on-line version of the installation guide may be of a later date than the printed version (see the version number v. 1.X ).

  • Page 32: Physical Configuration Restrictions

    The following sections provide greater detail about the physical restrictions. Required Network Preparation - Frame Length Limit The CrossFire 8730 Switch supports a maximum physical frame length of 18,192 bytes on Token-Ring ports (from the Frame Control (FC) to the Frame Check Sequence (FCS) characters).

  • Page 33: Cables And Distances Between Devices

    The Fast Ethernet ports use standard or crossover UTP-5 copper cables. See Appendix A, “Cable and Pin Information” for specific information on supported cable types, cable lengths and connector pinouts. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Preparing for Installation...
  • Page 34 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Preparing for Installation...

  • Page 35: Installation

    3. Installation This chapter contains step-by-step instructions for installing, connecting and verifying that the CrossFire 8730 Switch is operating properly. Installation Summary The installation sequence is listed in the steps below. 1. Plan for installation. — Read Chapter 2, “Preparing for Installation”.

  • Page 36: Unpacking Instructions

    4. Check the contents of the carton. See section “Unpacking and Inspecting” on page 21 for a list on package contents. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your local Olicom representative. Materials Needed for Installation To install the switch, you need the following items: •...

  • Page 37: Mounting The Chassis

    Keep the screws for later use. STACK-LINK STATUS LINK FAULT 21-22 ATTACH MANAGEMENT DIAG Figure 4. Exposing the Rack Mounting Bracket CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Installation...

  • Page 38: Figure 5. Mounting The Switch In A Rack Or Cabinet

    More than three units on top of another unit may cause damage to the lower unit. One unit weighs about 9.5 kg (20.9 lbs). CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Installation...

  • Page 39: Cabling

    5 cable into one of the Fast Ethernet connectors. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to: • another CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet port (using a crossover UTP-5 cable) • 100/10 MB Ethernet adapter (using a crossover UTP-5 cable) •...

  • Page 40: Connecting Devices To The Token-Ring Ports Using Building Wiring

    1. Using the Switch Cabling Chart provided by your administrator as a guide, connect the cables between the devices and the faceplates as illustrated in Figure 7. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Installation...

  • Page 41: Checking The Installation

    Before you apply power to the switch, inspect the installation thoroughly. Verify that all cables are installed correctly. Check cable routing, so a cable will not be damaged or create a safety hazard. Be sure all equipment is mounted properly and securely. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Installation...

  • Page 42: Applying Power

    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must LISTED I. T. E. accept any interference received, including 3C04 interference that may cause undesired operation. Figure 8. The Back Panel CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Installation...
  • Page 43 Caution : If you are using the CrossFire 8311 redundant power supply unit, note that this unit is not hot-swappable. Both the CrossFire 8311 unit and the switch must be off before connecting or disconnecting the DC power cable. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Installation...
  • Page 44 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Installation...

  • Page 45: Switch Access

    4. Switch Access The CrossFire 8730 Switch can be configured in two ways: 1. Using the switch console . You can access the switch console inteface — directly, by conneting a VT100 terminal emulator to the RS-232 port labelled MANAGEMENT.

  • Page 46: Connecting To The Console

    25-2 ATTACH FAST ETHERNET MANAGEMENT DIAG MANAGEMENT port Figure 9. View of Console Connection—the MANAGEMENT Port Use the values in the following table to set the configuration parameters on your CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...

  • Page 47: Table 9. Console Configuration Settings

    Line wrap Screen scroll CR translation Backspace (BS) Destructive translation Break length (milliseconds) Enquiry (ENQ) EGA/VGA true underline Terminal width ANSI 7 or 8 bit commands Table 9. Console Configuration Settings CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...

  • Page 48: Communication Problems

    4. If you are using a terminal emulation program, try exiting the program and restarting. 5. If you still can not get the connection to work, contact technical support as described in Chapter 6, “Getting in Touch with Technical Support”. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...

  • Page 49: Diagnostic Screen

    - Fast Ethernet: 25 26 - StkPort : 29 - Initializing Ports: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...
  • Page 50 All of the menus and screens in the switch console interface are described in the These CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch—Reference Guide. descriptions cover configuring and monitoring the switch as well as viewing statistics on the switch. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...

  • Page 51: General Guidelines For Using The Console Interface

    If no password is configured, just press and the main menu is ENTER presented. To establish a password, see the section “Password Menu” in the CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch—Reference Guide . CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...

  • Page 52: Navigating Within The Menus

    ENTER Unless specified differently, all the screens and menus are accessed in the same way. The following section describes the items on the main menu. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...

  • Page 53: Main Menu

    Displays the Reset menu. Exit Console Highlighting this command and pressing will return the console to the ENTER greeting screen (on a Telnet session, this will cause the session to close). CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...
  • Page 54 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Switch Access...

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    5. Troubleshooting This chapter contains procedures that help you troubleshoot problems with a CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch and its connections to other devices. Obtaining Service There are no serviceable parts inside the switch. Do not remove the cover for any reason.

  • Page 56: Start Of Troubleshooting Process

    4. Use Table 10 below to locate the symptom that best describes the communication problem and the LED pattern you observed. Then, go to the section that contains the recommended actions for resolving the problem and follow that procedure. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 57: Choosing A Troubleshooting Procedure

    If the ERR LED turns off after this, resume using the switch, otherwise proceed to step 2 below. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 58 Use this procedure if one device connected to a Token-Ring port is having a communication problem. The ERR LED and the DIAG LEDs are off, and other attached devices can communicate through the switch: 1. Check the port LEDs. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 59 — If the problem persists, try another identically configured port on the switch. If the new port works there is a problem with the failed port. Obtain service. Contact your local Olicom representative. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 60 — If it is blinking, check the Fast Ethernet Port Configuration screen for possible causes of failure. This screen is described in the CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Translation Switch—Reference Guide . CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 61 The problem might be in the network applications or other software running on the devices. See the software documentation for software problem determination procedures, or consult your network administrator for assistance. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 62 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 63: Getting In Touch With Technical Support

    Fill in as much as possible in the included Problem Report Form ..• Contact your local Olicom representative ....Hotline Support...

  • Page 64: Fax Support

    Internet World Wide Web Server (WWW) The Olicom WWW server contains up-to-date information about Olicom products, newsletters and press releases. It also contains addresses of all Olicom offices and support centers worldwide. Our software library contains the latest driver and software revisions.

  • Page 65: Olicom Support Web

    Olicom Support WEB The Olicom Support WEB contains, for example, technical support hints, driver and software updates, a problem report form, support news as well as updated versions of guides and manuals. USA: http://www.olicom.com Europe: http://www.olicom.dk Select “Services & Support” from the main page.

  • Page 66: Problem Report Form

    Fill in both sides of this Problem Report Form, print out the relevant system configuration files and fax or mail to Olicom Technical Support. You can also fill in and send a Problem Report Form from Olicom’s web site on the Internet.

  • Page 67: Problem Description

    Problem Description Network Installation Sketch CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Getting in Touch with Technical Support...
  • Page 68 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Getting in Touch with Technical Support...

  • Page 69: Appendix A. Cable And Pin Information

    PC or DTE device attach a null-modem adapter to the MANAGEMENT port. Then, attach a straight-through modem cable to the null- modem adapter. Table 11. Connecting to the Management Port CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 70: Out-Of-Band Management Port And Cable Pin-Outs

    SIG GND Table 12. Pin-Out of the Management Port TIA/EIA-232 Modem Cable Connections Use a standard straight-through modem cable to connect the switch’s MANAGEMENT port to a modem. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 71: Figure 10. Tia/Eia 232 Null-Modem Cable For The 25-Pin Connector

    DTR (pin 4) and RTS (pin 7) must be on, or high, on your terminal or in your terminal emulation program. Figure 11. TIA/EIA 232 Null-Modem Cable for the 9-pin Connector CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 72: Token-Ring Ports

    7, and 8. Shielded cables will provide continuity for ground to any shielded connector on the other end of the cable. Figure 12. Straight-Through Cable 150-Ohm IBM STP Data Connector-to-RJ-45 Straight-Through Cable Figure 13. Data Connector-to-RJ-45 Straight-Through Cable CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 73: Cabling Recommendations

    150 Ohm shielded media (type 1, 1A, 2, or 2A). When cable segments in the network are 100 or 120 Ohm, this number is decreased to 132 (72 if using any 4 Mbps only adapters or filters). CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 74: Cable Length And Lobe Wiring Rules For Dedicated-Media Token-Ring Segments

    350 m (1,148 ft) 350 m (1,148 ft) 16 Mbps 200 m (656 ft) 200 m (656 ft) Table 16. Lobe Lengths for 100 or 120 Ohm Shielded or Unshielded Cable CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 75: Cable Length And Lobe Wiring Rules For Shared-Media Token-Ring Segments

    Note: The acceptable cable lengths are defined by the hub or concentrator attached to the switch port, but in general the distances are half of that stated in the tables above for dedicated-media segments. CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 76: Fast Ethernet Ports

    The schematics of crossover and straight-through cables are shown in Figure 15 and Figure 16. RJ-45 Pin Function RJ-45 Pin Function PC (NIC) CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Port Figure 15. Crossover Cable Schematic CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...

  • Page 77: Figure 16. Straight-Through Cable Schematic

    RJ-45 Pin RJ-45 Pin Function Function Hub or Switch CrossFire 8730 Fast Ethernet Port Figure 16. Straight-Through Cable Schematic CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...
  • Page 78 CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Cable and Pin Information...
  • Page 79 LEDs see the Reference Guide connecting a network management console devices to Token-Ring ports Fast Ethernet ports devices using building wiring cabling Fast Ethernet ports CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Index...
  • Page 80 IEEE a switch on a table inspecting the package contents the chassis installation MTBF applying power after cabling checking materials for preparing for navigating within console menus site requirements network CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Index...
  • Page 81 MIBs switch configuration general guidelines rack see the Reference Guide mounting switches in switch console menus recommendations see the Reference Guide for Fast Ethernet cabling switch dimensions CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Index...
  • Page 82 Fast Ethernet ports Token-Ring ports unpacking before installation 9, 22 VLAN VLAN parameter configuration see the Reference Guide warnings technical support CrossFire 8730 Switch Installation Guide, DOC-7046 v. 1.2 Index...
  • Page 84 (+45) 45 27 01 01 Fax: (+61) (0)2 9955 8488 Fax: (+81) 3 5753 0222 Olicom, Inc. Olicom Benelux Olicom Poland Sp. z o.o. 1680 North Prospect Drive Bolduc Office Centre ul. Slowackiego 173 Richardson, TX 75081 Utopialaan 35-N 80-298 Gdansk 5232 CD’s-Hertogenbosch...

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