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BitStorm
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2400
Installation Guide
Document No. 2400-A2-GN20-20
December 2002

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  • Page 1 BitStorm ™ 2400 Installation Guide Document No. 2400-A2-GN20-20 December 2002...
  • Page 2 Paradyne worldwide office locations, use one of the following methods: Internet: Visit the Paradyne World Wide Web site at www.paradyne.com. (Be sure to register your warranty at www.paradyne.com/warranty.) Telephone: Call our automated system to receive current information by fax or to speak with a company representative.
  • Page 3 Important Safety Instructions 1. Read and follow all warning notices and instructions marked on the product or included in the manual. 2. The AC configuration of this product is intended to be used with a 3-wire grounding type plug — a plug that has a grounding pin.
  • Page 4 11. In addition, if the equipment is to be used with telecommunications circuits, take the following precautions: — Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. — Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. —...
  • Page 5 The authority to operate this equipment is conditioned by the requirements that no modifications will be made to the equipment unless the changes or modifications are expressly approved by Paradyne Corporation. In order to maintain compliance with Part 15, any supplied ferrite choke must be installed per the installation instructions.
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Guide Document Purpose and Intended Audience ....Document Summary ........Related Product Documents .
  • Page 8 Contents 4 Configuration Overview ..........Conventions Used .

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    About This Guide Document Purpose and Intended Audience This guide contains information necessary to install and configure the BitStorm 2400 IP DSLAM, Model 2461. It is written for administrators and technicians who install devices at the central office (CO) or at a Network Service Provider (NSP) location adjacent to the CO.

  • Page 10: Related Product Documents

    About This Guide A master glossary of terms and acronyms used in Paradyne documents is available online at www.paradyne.com. Select Support → Technical Manuals → Technical Glossary Related Product Documents Documentation to support the BitStorm 2400 is available online at www.paradyne.com.
  • Page 11 About This Guide Document Number Document Title RFC 1643 Ethernet MIB RFC 2068 HTTP RFC 2236 IGMP v2 RFC 1122 Internet Hosts RFC 791 IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation RFC 2668 MAUs RFC 2572 Messages SNMP RFC 1212 RFC 1213 MIB II RFC 2233 MIB SMI v2 RFC 2674...
  • Page 12 About This Guide December 2002 2400-A2-GN20-20...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Installation Preparation Consider the following before installing the BitStorm™ 2400 IP DSLAM: Installation Site Your installation site should be well ventilated, clean, and free of environmental extremes. Installation Options The BitStorm 2400 may be: — Mounted with the mounting brackets included in a standard 19-inch (483 mm) rack.

  • Page 14: Cables Required

    1. Installation Other Cabling With the exception of the power cord (AC version only), no cables are provided. See Cables Required to determine what you need prior to installation. 02-17144 Figure 1-1. BitStorm 2400 Cables Required Table 1-1 shows the cables required for your installation. Table 1-1.

  • Page 15: Unpacking The Hardware

    Table 1-2, Contents of Hardware Kit Shipped with the BitStorm 2400) If anything is missing, notify your sales representative. Before installing the BitStorm 2400, read the Important Safety Instructions in the beginning of this document. Be sure to register your warranty at www.paradyne.com/warranty 2400-A2-GN20-20 December 2002...

  • Page 16: Mounting Configurations

    1. Installation Table 1-2. Contents of Hardware Kit Shipped with the BitStorm 2400 Appearance Description Quantity Self-retaining nuts for racks without threaded holes 02-17256 Dress screws (12-24 x 1/2″) for use with self-retaining nuts 5 02-17257 Machine screws with captive starwasher (10-32 x 1/2″) for use with racks with threaded holes 02-17258 Flat-head screws for attaching mounting brackets to unit...

  • Page 17: Shelf Or Desktop Installation

    1. Installation Shelf or Desktop Installation The BitStorm 2400 may also be placed on a shelf or desktop. If you do not intend to mount the BitStorm 2400 in a rack, proceed to Installing the BitStorm 2400 on a Shelf or Desktop on page 1-8.

  • Page 18: Installing The Bitstorm 2400 Into A Rack

    1. Installation Installing the BitStorm 2400 Into a Rack Two types of mounting screws are provided: #10-32 mounting screws for rails with threaded screw holes #12-24 mounting screws and self-retaining nuts for rails with unthreaded screw holes Procedure To install the BitStorm 2400 into a rack: 1.
  • Page 19 1. Installation 3. Insert and tighten the screws in the top screw positions, then tighten the bottom screws. 02-17243 2400-A2-GN20-20 December 2002...

  • Page 20: Installing The Bitstorm 2400 On A Shelf Or Desktop

    1. Installation Installing the BitStorm 2400 on a Shelf or Desktop If you plan to install the BitStorm 2400 on a shelf or desktop, install the rubber feet first, then place the BitStorm 2400 in position. Procedure 1. Locate the rubber feet in the hardware kit provided with the BitStorm 2400. 2.

  • Page 21: Cabling

    Cabling Cabling The BitStorm 2400 has a few different possible cabling configurations. This chapter describes all possible connections, not all of which are required: Management Port on page 2-2 Craft DCE Null Modem Adapter Interface Port on page 2-3 GigE1 Ports on page 2-4 GigE2 Ports on page 2-6...
  • Page 22 2. Cabling Management Port The Out-of-Band management function provides the web interface and manages the internal switch card and the Central Office and Customer Premises modems for network management data. The MGMT (management) port can be used to connect the BitStorm 2400 to a network management system using a 10BaseT or 100BaseT LAN.
  • Page 23 2. Cabling Craft DCE Null Modem Adapter Interface Port The Craft DCE Null Modem Adapter Interface port is used to provision the Craft User Interface via a VT100 terminal program. Procedure To cable the Craft Interface: 1. Connect an RS-232 DB9 cable to the CRAFT port. 2.

  • Page 24: Gige1 Ports

    2. Cabling GigE1 Ports The GigE1 fiber and copper ports are used to connect the BitStorm 2400 to the WAN and to cascade other units. NOTE: GigE1 fiber and copper ports are mutually exclusive; only one can be in use at a time.
  • Page 25 2. Cabling Procedure To connect the GigE1 copper port: 1. Insert an RJ45 straight-through cable into the designated port to connect to the upstream device (switch). 02-17245 2. Connect the other end to the designated switching equipment within your WAN, or if cascading, connect to the GigE2 port of another BitStorm 2400 unit.

  • Page 26: Gige2 Ports

    2. Cabling GigE2 Ports The GigE2 port is used to cascade other BitStorm 2400 units to connect to the WAN. NOTE: GigE2 fiber and copper ports are mutually exclusive; only one can be in use at a time. Procedure To connect the GigE2 fiber port: 1.
  • Page 27 2. Cabling Procedure To connect the GigE2 copper port: 1. Insert an RJ45 straight-through cable into the designated port to connect to the upstream device (switch). 02-17214 2. Connect the other end to the GigE1 port of another BitStorm 2400 unit. 2400-A2-GN20-20 December 2002...

  • Page 28: Etherloop Ports

    2. Cabling EtherLoop Ports The BitStorm 2400 has one EtherLoop connector, supporting the tip and ring connections of up to 24 EtherLoop ports over an RJ21X 50-pin cable. Procedure To cable the EtherLoop Ports: 1. Connect the RJ21X 50-pin cable to the designated port for Lines 1–24. 2.

  • Page 29: Power Connection - Ac Version

    2. Cabling Power Connection – AC Version The BitStorm 2400 can be powered by any AC source providing 85 to 265 VAC at 47 to 63 Hz. There is a 2.5A fuse in the outlet, and a spare fuse is also included. Procedure To connect the BitStorm 2400 to a power source: 1.

  • Page 30: Power Connection - Dc Version

    2. Cabling Power Connection – DC Version The chassis must be properly grounded before DC power is applied. Grounding Lug Procedure To connect the unit to a ground: 1. Strip back the insulation approximately 5/16 of an inch (8 mm) on 14 AWG copper ground wire.

  • Page 31: Power Supply

    2. Cabling Power Supply The BitStorm 2400 is powered by a – 48 or –60 VDC source providing – 40.5 to –72.0 VDC. Dual power feeds are provided (A and B). You can use either one, but not both at the same time. WARNING: Make sure that the DC power source wires are not powered (that is, the circuit breaker is open at the source).
  • Page 32 2. Cabling 4. Insert the plug into either the A or B power input terminal on the back panel of the BitStorm 2400. Insert the . . . Into the . . . Negative side of the power source –48 or –60 VDC input terminal. RTN (return) terminal.

  • Page 33: Leds

    LEDs LED Locations The following illustrations show the locations of the front panel LEDs. 02-17213 Figure 3-1. BitStorm 2400 Front Panel (Right Side) 02-17215 Figure 3-2. BitStorm 2400 Front Panel (Left Side) 2400-A2-GN20-20 December 2002...

  • Page 34: Front Panel Leds

    3. LEDs Front Panel LEDs Table 3-1, Front Panel LEDs, lists the BitStorm 2400 status for each LED front Panel LEDs. Table 3-1. Front Panel LEDs Color State Meaning Green Unit is powered on. Unit is powered off, or power supply has failed. ALRM Unit has exceeded a safe temperature, voltages are out of specification, fan speed is below...

  • Page 35: Configuration

    Configuration Overview The BitStorm 2400 is accessed by StormTracker EMS or another SNMP-based system. It is designed to require minimal provisioning before it can be accessed by a Network Operations Center (NOC). Initial configuration is performed using the asynchronous terminal interface. The terminal interface is available from the terminal or PC you connected to the CRAFT DCE Null Modem Adapter port on the front panel.

  • Page 36: Using The Terminal Interface Screens

    4. Configuration Using the Terminal Interface Screens The terminal interface screens have the following command bar items: Command Bar Item Function MAIN MENU Returns you to the Main Menu. APPLY Applies the values on screen to the switch and/or management agent.
  • Page 37 4. Configuration 200.200.200.0 – This represents the network IP to which the out-of-band address can route and respond. It gives the out-of-band port the ability to talk to an entirely different network. Note that the network IP is followed by a comma.

  • Page 38: Logging In To The Bitstorm 2400

    4. Configuration Logging In to the BitStorm 2400 Procedure To log in to the BitStorm 2400: 1. Complete Steps 1 & 2 of the procedure in Initial Boot – Setting the MGMT Port IP Address on page 4-2: — Open a VT100 terminal program on the PC/laptop. —...

  • Page 39: Setting The Ip Address

    4. Configuration Setting the IP Address Switch configuration primarily involves setting the IP address and must be set prior to remote management. Procedure To configure the BitStorm 2400 Switch: 1. Select Switch Configuration from the Main Menu, then press Enter. 2.

  • Page 40: Port Statistics (Integrated L2 Switch Options) - Optional

    4. Configuration Port Statistics (Integrated L2 Switch Options) – Optional Port statistics fields are automatically populated. However, the State and Set Speed fields may be enabled or disabled. This is an optional feature. Procedure To set port statistics: 1. Select Port Statistics from the Main Menu, then press Enter. 2.

  • Page 41: Uploading/Downloading Configuration Files - Optional

    4. Configuration Uploading/Downloading Configuration Files – Optional Configuration files store the initialization information for the BitStorm 2400, such as counters and addresses when the unit boots up or is reset. This is an optional feature. Procedure To upload or download configuration files: 1.

  • Page 42: Downloading Image Files

    4. Configuration Downloading Image Files Image File Download is used to download the switch firmware image to Flash. This feature is recommended if you do not have the StormTracker EMS software. Procedure To download image files: 1. Select Image File Download from the Main Menu, then press Enter. 2.

  • Page 43: Using Ftp To Upload Firmware To The Bitstorm 2400

    FTP. Procedure To upload firmware: 1. Obtain new firmware from the Paradyne website or your service representative. Store it in the root directory of the PC you will use for the FTP session. 2. Open a command prompt and initiate an FTP session with the unit. For example: ftp 137.35.12.126...

  • Page 44: Setting The Craft Port Configuration

    4. Configuration Setting the Craft Port Configuration Serial configuration values are hard-coded except for the default baud rate (19200). Procedure To set baud rate: 1. Select Serial Configuration from the Main Menu, then press Enter. 2. Use the arrow keys to select a Baud Rate. The default and recommended value is 19200.

  • Page 45: Changing The Craft Port Password

    4. Configuration Changing the Craft Port Password The password is a maximum of 16 case-sensitive characters. Procedure To change password: 1. Select Change Password from the Main Menu, then press Enter. 2. Enter the new password, then re-type the password in the fields provided. 3.

  • Page 46: Configure Etherloop Devices

    4. Configuration Configure EtherLoop Devices The EtherLoop Main Menu screen is used to set training and perform diagnostic testing in the StormPort modems attached to your network. Highlight the designation option, then press Enter to proceed. The second screen in the EtherLoop Configuration option is used to configure modem training.
  • Page 47 4. Configuration In the Etherloop Training Mode screen, ports (slots) 000–023 can be enabled or disabled. Highlight each field, then press the spacebar to toggle the mode. Once training modes are set, you may proceed to Diagnostic Testing. However, this is an advanced development option and is used to change ATE passwords and to perform ATE reset.
  • Page 48 4. Configuration 4-14 December 2002 2400-A2-GN20-20...

  • Page 49: A Interface Management

    Interface Management This appendix provides interface management options including the initial boot sequence, the asynchronous terminal interface, web interface and SNMP. Each management method has some functionality that is unique to it. The following table displays each option and the interface with which it can be accessed. See the BitStorm 2400 User’s Guide for option details.
  • Page 50 A. Interface Management Table A-1. Interface Management Options (2 of 5) Function Terminal SNMP/EMS Spanning Tree Traffic Classes BOOTP DHCP GVRP GMRP IGMP Snooping Link Aggregation Routing Protocol Time/Date Reset Help System System Description System Object ID Num Network Interfaces System Up Time System Name System Location...
  • Page 51 A. Interface Management Table A-1. Interface Management Options (3 of 5) Function Terminal SNMP/EMS Configuration Upload/Download Image Path TFTP Server IP Address Direction Load Status Image File Download Image Path TFTP Server IP Address Download Type Download Status Craft Port Configuration Baud Rate Character Size Flow Control...
  • Page 52 A. Interface Management Table A-1. Interface Management Options (4 of 5) Function Terminal SNMP/EMS Spanning Tree (Ports) Unit Port Enable/Disable Priority VLAN/Multicast (Current VLANs) Status Create Time 1–8 9–16 17–24 25–26 VLAN/Multicast (Static VLANs) Unit Name Secure 1–8 9–16 17–24 25–26 Status Box VLAN/Multicast (GVRP Ports)
  • Page 53 A. Interface Management Table A-1. Interface Management Options (5 of 5) Function Terminal SNMP/EMS Current Multicast Groups Group MAC Address 1–8 9–16 17–24 25–26 VLAN/Multicast (Static Multicast Groups) MAC Address 1–8 9–16 17–24 25–26 Status Box VLAN/Multicast (GARP/GMRP Ports) Unit Port Join Time Leave Time...
  • Page 54 A. Interface Management December 2002 2400-A2-GN20-20...

  • Page 55: B Connectors, Cables, And Pin Assignments

    Connectors, Cables, and Pin Assignments Overview The following sections provide information on: Management Port Connector on page B-2 CRAFT DCE Null Modem Adapter Port Connector on page B-2 GigE1/2 Connectors on page B-2 MSA-SFP on page B-3 EtherLoop Network Interface Cable on page B-3 Connectors The connectors on the front panel are listed below:...

  • Page 56: Craft Dce Null Modem Adapter Port Connector

    B. Connectors, Cables, and Pin Assignments Management Port Connector The management port uses RJ45 jacks for a 10/100BaseT management interface which uses auto-negotiation. With auto-negotiation, ports automatically negotiate port speed and flow control to maximum performance and minimize packet loss. Table B-2.

  • Page 57: Msa-Sfp

    B. Connectors, Cables, and Pin Assignments MSA-SFP Refer to MSA specifications for SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable) pinouts. The BitStorm 2400 is wired to accept any MSA-SFP compliant module for GigE transport, such as: Multimode Fiber 300–550m Single Mode Fiber 500m 02-17352 Single Mode Fiber 10 km Single Mode Fiber 20 km...
  • Page 58 B. Connectors, Cables, and Pin Assignments December 2002 2400-A2-GN20-20...
  • Page 59 Equipment List Table C-1. BitStorm 2400 Equipment List Description Model Number BitStorm 2400 – AC Power 2461-A1-420 Includes BitStorm 2400, power cord, mounting brackets, hardware kit, ferrite choke, and Installation Guide BitStorm 2400 – DC Power 2461-A1-520 Includes BitStorm 2400, mounting brackets, hardware kit, ferrite choke, and Installation Guide BitStorm 2400 User’s Guide (paper copy) 2400-A2-GB20...
  • Page 60 C. Equipment List December 2002 2400-A2-GN20-20...
  • Page 61 Technical Specifications Table D-1 provides environmental, electrical, and power specifications for the BitStorm 2400. Technical specifications are subject to change without notice. Table D-1. BitStorm 2400 Technical Specifications (1 of 2) Specifications Criteria Cooling and Air Each BitStorm 2400 is independently cooled with integral fans and Handling does not rely on vertical air flow.
  • Page 62 D. Technical Specifications Table D-1. BitStorm 2400 Technical Specifications (2 of 2) Specifications Criteria Ports BitStorm 2400: MGMT: 8-pin RJ45 modular jack (10/100 BaseT) CRAFT: DB9 socket, RS-232 GigE1: – Copper: 8-pin RJ45-type modular jack (10/100/1000 BaseT) – Fiber: Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) socket (1000BaseX) GigE2: –...

  • Page 63: T Cabling

    Index AC power DC power connecting, 2-9 connecting, 2-11 specifications, D-2 specifications, D-2 air handling, D-1 desktop installation, 1-8 asynchronous terminal interface, 4-1 dimensions, D-2 command bar items, 4-2 document purpose, iii description, 4-1 documents, related, iv Help, 4-2 earth ground, 2-10 boot interface, A-1 electrical safety, D-1 brackets, mounting, 1-5...
  • Page 64 Index image files, downloading, 4-8 rack installation, 1-6 initial boot interruption, 4-2 related documents, iv installation related specifications, iv cables required, 1-2 mounting brackets, 1-5 preparation, 1-1 safety standards, D-1 rack, 1-6 screws provided, 1-4 rubber feet, 1-8 Serial Configuration, 4-10 shelf or desktop, 1-8 SFP (Small Form-factor Pluggable), B-3 IP Address...

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