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  • Page 1 TC8518 T1/E1, Voice/Data & 10/100 Base-T Ethernet Fiber Optic Multiplexer User Manual MNL-85180-01-22...
  • Page 2 Other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Documentation Disclaimer This document is provided “as-is” and is to be used only as a general guide. TC Communications disclaims all warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy of the information. TC Communications shall not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages (including damages for loss of business, loss of profits, loss of business information, business interruption or other pecuniary loss) arising out of errors in this document.
  • Page 3 Guide to Alert Symbols These alert symbols are used in Caution, Warning, and Danger notes. Symbol Meaning Pinching or crushing hazard Electrical hazard. Equipment alert: be careful of damage from static electricity General alert: used for all other hazardous conditions (referring to people, not equipment).
  • Page 4 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Introduction..........1-1 General Information .
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Login Settings..........3-21 T1/E1 Options .
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6.6.4 T1/E1 Remote Loopback Test ......6-4 6.6.5 Ethernet Remote Loopback Test ......6-4 Loopback Test - Remote Ethernet .

  • Page 8: Tc8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TOC-4 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Introduction This manual contains a description of the TC8518 as a T1/E1, Data/Voice & Ethernet Fiber Optic Multiplexer that provides T1/E1, Data/Voice & Ethernet connectivity over fiber optics. It supports 8/12/16 channels of T1 or E1 and 3-port Ethernet switch over single mode (1300/1550nm), or multimode fiber (1300nm).

  • Page 10: General Information

    General Information General Information This manual is for the operation and maintenance of the TC8518. It is intended for TC Communications factory-trained personnel. TC8518 Product Description This manual contains a description of the TC8518 as a T1/E1, Data/Voice & Ethernet Fiber Optic Multiplexer that provides T1/E1, Data/Voice & Ethernet connectivity over fiber optics.

  • Page 11: Features

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.1 Features • Integrates Multiple T1/E1 and Ethernet Over Fiber Optics • 8, 16, 20, or 24 Channels of T1 or 8, 16, 20 Channels of E1 • 3-Port Auto-Negotiating & Auto-Sensing Ethernet Switch (100Mbps total bandwidth) •...
  • Page 12 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.1.1 TC8518 Front Panels The TC8518 front panel consists of: • Power Source A and B availability • Alarm Relay (ALM RLY) • Alarm (ALM) • ACO Button • Console Port (CON) • 3 Ethernet Ports and related status LEDs •...
  • Page 13 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description TC8518 Front Panel TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...
  • Page 14 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.1.2 TC8518 System Configuration TC8518 T1: Standard: 4CH T1, 8CH T1, 12CH T1 and 16CH T1 Options (Only one of the following can be selected): 1. Phone FXS: 4CH FXS or 8CH FXS 2. Phone FXO: 4CH FXO or 8CH FXO 3.
  • Page 15 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description TC8518 with T1/E1 Expansion (Back) TC8518 with FXS Expansion (Back) TC8518 with FXO Expansion (Back) TC8518 with RS-232/ RS-422/RS-485 (Back) *For Future Release TC8518 with 4 Channel 2 Wire or 4 Wire Analog (Back) Figure 1-3 TC8518 Expansion Options TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Environment

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.1.3 Hardware The TC8518 has these standard features: • Power, Fiber Redundancy • Full interoperability and compatibility combined with seamless, transparent integration with other Layer 2 Ethernet switches • Local Dry Contact Alarm Relay (DCAR) •...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.4.2 Console Terminal Sessions A command-line interface (CLI) is a method for interacting with the system. It provides information to the user through the use of terminal interface via the console port. TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 18: Specifications (Tc8518)

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.5 Specifications (TC8518) Optical Fiber Interface Wavelength 1310 nm Multi-mode 1310/1550 nm Single Mode Connector SC Standard Loss Budget 15dB Multimode 1310nm @ 62.5/125µm Up to 40dB Single Mode 1310/1550nm @9/125µm Optical Fiber Interface Characteristics Multi-Mode Wavelength (nm) Connector...
  • Page 19 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description E1 Line Interface Line Rate 2.048 Mbps ± 50 bps Connector RJ48C Line Code AMI, HDB3 Line Impedance 120 Ohm for twisted pair, 75 Ohm coax/ RJ48C Ethernet Switch • 10/100 Mbps half/ full duplex Ethernet Switch over 3 Ports. •...

  • Page 20: Pin Assignments, Configurations And Default Settings

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description Physical/Electrical Dimensions 19 x 1.75 x 11 in / 48.26 x 4.43 x 27.94 cm (W x H x D) Mounting Standalone, 19 or 23 inch rack mount Power Source (AC) 90 to 260 VAC, 50/ 60 Hz Power Source (DC) 24VDC 48VDC...
  • Page 21 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description Pin Assignments Console RJ-45 Port Pin Assignment Ethernet RJ-45 Port Pin Assignment Pin Number Signal Pin Number Signal Transmit Data TPTX+ Signal Ground TPTX+ Signal Ground TPRX+ Receive Data TPRX+ Chassis GND Chassis GND Alarm Relay Connector Pin Number Signal...
  • Page 22 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description T1/E1 RJ48 Line Connector Unassigned Console Port Configuration Option Default Baud Rate 9600 9600 Data Length 8-bits 8-bits Stop Bits 1-bit 1-bit Parity None None RJ-11 600Ω Analog Port Pin Assignment 4 Wire 2 Wire RJ-11 Jack (Pin Assignment) 1 - N/A...

  • Page 23: Default Software Configuration

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 4-Wire RS-422/485 Pin Assignment RJ-11 Port TC8518 On TC3847-1 4-Wire RS-422/485 Pin Assignment 6 5 4 3 2 1 Signal Ground Not Used RXD+ RXD- TXD+ TXD- 2-Wire RS-485 Pin Assignment RJ-11 Port TC8518 On TC3847-1 2-Wire RS-485 Pin Assignment...
  • Page 24 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description SNMP Configuration Option Default Read-Only public Community Name Read-Write private Community Name Trusted Peer IP, Subnet Undefined SNMP Traps Enable, Disable Disable Optical Configuration Option Default Timing Mode Non-Looped, Non-Looped Looped Statistics Refresh Rate 60 Seconds T1/E1 Configuration...

  • Page 25: Default Unit Alarm Settings

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.8 Default Unit Alarm Settings When the TC8518 reports an alarm condition, such as loss of synchronization, the alarm will cause the ALM LED on the front panel to flash RED . Each alarm can be individually enabled or disabled.
  • Page 26 Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description Figure 1-4 Redundant Optics Logic Diagram 1-18 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 27: Environmental & Emi Compliance

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.10 Environmental & EMI Compliance TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual 1-19...

  • Page 28: Physical Dimensions

    Chapter 1 Introduction TC8518 Product Description 1.3.11 Physical Dimensions 1-20 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation General Information The installation section describes how to: • Unpack the unit • Ensure an optimum site location • Install the power supply and dry contact connection Unpacking Before unpacking any equipment: • Inspect all shipping containers for evidence of external damage caused during transportation.

  • Page 30: Mechanical Installation

    Chapter 2 Installation Mechanical Installation Mechanical Installation The TC8518 can either be stand-alone or rack-mounted. 2.4.1 19-Inch Rack Mounting All TC8518s can be mounted on standard 19-inch racks. Table 2-1: 19-Inch Configurations TC8518 mounted to 19- inch rack 2.4.2 Power Supplies The TC8518 offers several different power input options (12 VDC, 24 VDC, -48 VDC, 110V/220V).
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Installation Mechanical Installation Determine if the front panel of PWR A and PWR B LED is green or ON. Then The LED is green on both power Proceed. A and B. The front LED is OFF. This indicates a problem with the power source, the power supply or the connector.

  • Page 32: Unit Power

    Chapter 2 Installation Unit Power DCAR Specifications Max Load Voltage 125 VAC, 60VDC Continuous Load Current Peak Load Current Power Rating AC: 62.5VA DC: 30W NOTE Use only uni-directional transmissions. NOTICE A dry contact is a set of two switch contacts, like a set of contacts from a relay or from a toggle switch, etc., that has both terminals available and neither contact is connected to power.

  • Page 33: Quick-Start Guide

    Chapter 2 Installation Quick-Start Guide • The phone ports (RJ-11) on the expansion card are accessed using 2-wire phone cable. Table 2-3: Cable Configurations RJ-45 Ethernet Connection RJ-45 to DB-9 (Included in the Package) RJ48-to-BNC Adapter (For E1 Only) Optional Quick-Start Guide This section describes the basic TC8518 configuration and setup.
  • Page 34 Chapter 2 Installation Quick-Start Guide 2. Set the Basic Settings to label and describe the TC8518. Please refer to Figure 3- 5, Web Application - Basic Settings. 3. Set up the new IP address for the TC8518. This page can be accessed from the "IP Settings"...

  • Page 35: Management Through The Web 3.1 Introduction

    Management through the Web Introduction TC Communications’ web management application is integrated on your TC8518. This user friendly interface may be accessed through the Ethernet ports on the TC8518. The web management may also be accessed remotely over the network if the TC8518 has been integrated to your network.

  • Page 36: Home Page

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Home Page Home Page The Home Page displays an overall view of the TC8518. Please refer to Figure 3-2, Web Application - Home: Physical Status. Unit Uptime: Displays the time duration the TC8518 has been powered on. It separates the time into days, hours, minutes, and seconds.

  • Page 37: Home: Physical Status

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Home Page 3.3.1 Home: Physical Status The Physical Status page displays the internal temperature of the TC8518 and the power supply statuses. Please refer to Figure 3-2, Web Application - Home: Physical Status. Unit Temperature: The internal temperature of the TC8518 is regularly measured and displayed to provide the Network Administrator with the most current temperature status.

  • Page 38: Home: Unit Alarm

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Home Page 3.3.2 Home: Unit Alarm The Unit Alarm page displays the alarm status of the entire TC8518 unit. Alarm trigger criteria can be set on this page. Users must click on "Apply" for changes to take effect.

  • Page 39: Home: Unit Alarm: Alarm Trigger Criteria

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Home Page Figure 3-3 Web Application - Home: Unit Alarm 3.3.3 Home: Unit Alarm: Alarm Trigger Criteria The Unit Alarm: Alarm Trigger Criteria page categorizes all possible alarm triggers for T1/E1, Optical, Loopback, and Physical Status alarms. The desired alarm triggers can be configured on this page.
  • Page 40 Chapter 3 Management through the Web Home Page T1/E1 Triggers TCLE Transmit Current-Limit Exceeded. TCLE indicates that there is a short on the T1/E1 channel's transmit pair. Common sources of this problem is damaged cables or a faulty receiver at the far end. Optical Triggers Loss of Signal (Optical) RXBER...

  • Page 41: Basic Settings

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Basic Settings Figure 3-4 Web Application - Home: Unit Alarm - Criteria Basic Settings The Basic Settings page allows the Network Administrator to label and describe the TC8518 in order to distinguish it fromother TC8518 units. Name, Location, Contact, Description #1-#3 All of these fields can be entered with descriptions useful to the Network Administrator.

  • Page 42: Ip Settings

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web IP Settings Figure 3-5 Web Application - Basic Settings IP Settings The IP Settings page displays the current IP and Network Settings and allows for IP configurations. TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...
  • Page 43 Chapter 3 Management through the Web IP Settings Figure 3-6 Web Application - IP Settings TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 44: Ip Address Aliases

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced 3.5.1 IP Address Aliases IP Address Aliases feature allows the TC8518 to respond to different IP addresses. It is recommended that the alias IP address to not be in the same subnet as the Current IP Address.

  • Page 45: Advanced: About Tc8518

    Upgrade from a Network PC. Figure 3-8 Web Application - Advanced Page 3.6.1 Advanced: About TC8518 The About TC8518 page displays technical information regarding the TC8518 hardware and software. Contact information for TC Communications is also displayed. TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual 3-11...

  • Page 46: Advanced: Configuration File

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced Figure 3-9 Web Application - Advanced - About TC8518 3.6.2 Advanced: Configuration File The Configuration File page allows the Network Administrator to save current TC8518 settings or load previously saved TC8518 settings. 3-12 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...
  • Page 47 Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced Figure 3-10 Web Application - Advanced - Configuration File Load Configuration File: This page allows the user to choose the location of where the configuration file is. Please refer to Figure 3-11, Web Application - Advanced - Load Configuration File.
  • Page 48 Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced Figure 3-11 Web Application - Advanced - Load Configuration File Save Configuration File: The Save Configuration File feature allows the current TC8518 settings to be saved into a file. The file will be a *.conf file. Please refer to Figure 3-12, Web Application - Advanced - Save Configuration File.
  • Page 49 Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced Figure 3-12 Web Application - Advanced - Save Configuration File The Date and Time page displays all time related fields and configurations. Localization: Displays the current date and time. The current Time Zone is displayed and can be selected from the drop table.
  • Page 50 Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced Figure 3-13 Web Application - Advanced - Date and Time 3-16 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 51: Advanced: Reboot

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced 3.6.3 Advanced: Reboot The Reboot page allows the user to reboot the unit. Figure 3-14 Web Application - Advanced - Reboot TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual 3-17...

  • Page 52: Advanced: Restore Defaults

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced 3.6.4 Advanced: Restore Defaults The Restore Default page allows the user to reset all settings to his or her original default settings. Figure 3-15 Web Application - Advanced - Restore Defaults 3-18 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 53: Advanced: Firmware Upgrade

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Advanced 3.6.5 Advanced: Firmware Upgrade The Firmware Upgrade page allows the user to upgrade the firmware of the TC8518. Figure 3-16 Web Application - Advanced - Firmware Upgrade 3.6.6 Advanced: Upgrade From a Computer on the Network The Upgrade page allows the user to choose the file to use as the upgrade.

  • Page 54: Simple Network Management Protocol (Snmp) Settings

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Settings Figure 3-17 Web Application - Advanced - Upgrade from a Network PC Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Settings The SNMP page allows the user to enable/disable SNMP management and configure settings.

  • Page 55: Login Settings

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Login Settings Figure 3-18 Web Application - Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Page Login Settings The Login Settings page allows the user to define security access for the TC8518. Users: Displays the list of users with access to the TC8518. Users can be added or removed and usernames and passwords can be defined.
  • Page 56 Chapter 3 Management through the Web Login Settings Groups: A tool to assist users in organizing multiple TC8518 users. Figure 3-19 Web Application - Login Settings Page 3-22 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 57: T1/E1 Options

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web T1/E1 Options T1/E1 Options 3.9.1 T1/E1 Options: Status The T1/E1 Status page displays the channel alarm status and signal strength of enabled T1/E1 channels. Channels that appear gray are disabled channels. Figure 3-20 Web Application - T1/E1 Options: Status Page 3.9.2 T1/E1 Options: Settings The T1/E1 Settings page displays the T1/E1 channel alarm status and summary.

  • Page 58: T1/E1 Options: Statistics

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web T1/E1 Options For example, Channel 1 is configured to have Mode T1 and Build-Out to 0-133ft. If the user would like other channels to share this configuration, the user can select multiple channels by clicking on the checkbox for each channel, choose "Copy Channel Settings From"...

  • Page 59: T1/E1 Options: Statistics Error Seconds Total

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web T1/E1 Options Clear Summaries on All Channels: Reset all error counters to zero. Each channel has its own respective history that can be accessed by clicking on the icon under "Action". Figure 3-22 Web Application - T1/E1 Options: Statistics 3.9.4 T1/E1 Options: Statistics Error Seconds Total The T1/E1 Statistics Error Seconds Total displays the time duration of each error for...

  • Page 60: T1/E1 Options: Statistics History

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web T1/E1 Options Figure 3-23 Web Application - T1/E1 Options: Statistics Error Seconds Total 3.9.5 T1/E1 Options: Statistics History The T1/E1 Statistics History page displays the errors that occurred within defined time intervals for an individual channel. View: Displays previous rows of statistics history entries from the past.

  • Page 61: T1/E1 Options: Diagnostics

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web T1/E1 Options Figure 3-24 Web Application - T1/E1 Options: Statistics History 3.9.6 T1/E1 Options: Diagnostics This page displays the diagnostic options related to the T1/E1 channels. Loop Code Monitor: Selects which signal will be monitored for CSU Loop Up / Down codes.

  • Page 62: Optical Options

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Optical Options Figure 3-25 Web Application - T1/E1 Options: Diagnostics 3.10 Optical Options 3.10.1 Optical Options: Optical Status The TC8518's Optical Status displays the current status of alarms in regards to optics. "Current" and "Since Last Cleared" indicate to the Network Administrator if there has been an error since the last time the TC8518 was cleared of alarms.

  • Page 63: Optical Options: Optical Settings

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Optical Options Figure 3-26 Web Application - Optical Options: Status 3.10.2 Optical Options: Optical Settings The TC8518's Optical Options displays the Optics Type, the Timing Mode, and Remote Optical Loopback time. Optics Type: Displays the type of fiber optic signal wavelength and mode. Timing Mode: Non-Looped means the TC8518 optics will transmit the signal clocked according to the local machine.

  • Page 64: Optical Options: Statistics

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Optical Options Figure 3-27 Web Application - Optical Options: Settings 3.10.3 Optical Options: Statistics The TC8518's Optical Statistics displays a summary of error types on the optics. Refresh Rate: The interval at which the optical statistics are updated. Range of 30 to 600 seconds.

  • Page 65: Ethernet Options

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Ethernet Options Figure 3-28 Web Application - Optical Options: Statistics 3.11 Ethernet Options 3.11.1 Ethernet Options: Port Settings The TC8518's Ethernet Port Settings displays each Ethernet port's status and allows the configuration of port settings. Please refer to Figure 3-29, Web Application - Ethernet Options: Port Settings.

  • Page 66: Ethernet Options: Rate Limit

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Ethernet Options Figure 3-29 Web Application - Ethernet Options: Port Settings 3.11.2 Ethernet Options: Rate Limit The TC8518's Ethernet Rate Limit feature allows the Network Administrator to regulate the bandwidth of each of the 3 Ethernet ports. Transmitting and Receiving are separated to allow for extreme flexibility.

  • Page 67: Ethernet Options: Port Statistics

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Ethernet Options Figure 3-30 Web Application - Ethernet Options: Rate Limit 3.11.3 Ethernet Options: Port Statistics The Ethernet Port Statistics offers a comprehensive overview of the Ethernet traffic passing through the TC8518. It allows for a history of statistics that can be saved in regular intervals.

  • Page 68: Ethernet Options: Port Statistics: Port History

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Ethernet Options Figure 3-31 Web Application - Ethernet Options: Port Statistics 3.11.4 Ethernet Options: Port Statistics: Port History The TC8518 Port History offers a comprehensive list of the statistics of a specific port shown on the Ethernet Options: Port Statistics page. It is updated with an entry for each Save Rate increment on the Ethernet Options: Port Statistics link.

  • Page 69: Ethernet Options: Port Statistics: Event Statistics

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Ethernet Options Figure 3-32 Web Application - Ethernet Options: Port Statistics: Port History 3.11.5 Ethernet Options: Port Statistics: Event Statistics The TC8518 Event Statistics offers a comprehensive list of the event statistics of a particular port since the unit was powered on.

  • Page 70: Ethernet Options: Ethernet Over Fiber

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Ethernet Options Figure 3-33 Web Application - Ethernet Options: Port Statistics: Event Statistics 3.11.6 Ethernet Options: Ethernet over Fiber Ethernet over Fiber allows the user to temporarily enable Remote Ethernet Loopback without interrupting the T1/E1 signals. It is a feature to troubleshoot the TC8518's Ethernet function without interrupting the operation of the T1/E1 channels.
  • Page 71 Chapter 3 Management through the Web Ethernet Options Figure 3-34 Web Application - Ethernet Options: Ethernet over Fiber Settings TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual 3-37...

  • Page 72: Logout

    Chapter 3 Management through the Web Logout 3.12 Logout The Logout link on the left column will exit the user from the TC8518 Web Management. It will return the user to the Login page. Figure 3-35 Web Application - Logout 3-38 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 73: Command Line Interface

    Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Introduction Command Line Interface (CLI) is a text only interface integrated on-board the TC8518. This reference chapter defines commands, describes the parameter options, and shows examples you can choose using this tool. There are a few simple steps for using CLI.
  • Page 74 Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Setup Select the corresponding COM number from the pull-down menu and click on If you do not know your COM number, you can find out by going to: Control Panel/System. Under the Hardware tab, click “Device Manager”, and a new window will open.

  • Page 75: Console/Telnet Management

    Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Console/Telnet Management • Configuration - 9600 • Data bits - 8 • Parity - None • Stop bits - 1 • Flow Control - None Click “Apply” Console/Telnet Management The console management can be accessed through the RS-232 port on the front panel (RJ-45 connector) using a PC and terminal software (Hyper Terminal).

  • Page 76: Ip Settings

    Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Console/Telnet Management Figure 4-1 Terminal Settings: Console Home 4.3.1 IP Settings The IP Settings allows the user to view (get) or to configure (set) IP settings. Figure 4-2 Terminal Settings: Console IP Settings 4.3.2 Login Settings The Login Settings allows the user to view or configure login details such as username, passwords, etc.

  • Page 77: Advanced Settings

    Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Console/Telnet Management Figure 4-3 Terminal Settings: Console Login Settings 4.3.3 Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings allows the user to enable Load Configuration, Reboot, and Restore to Default. Figure 4-4 Terminal Settings: Console Login Settings 4.3.4 Firmware Update The Firmware Update allows the user to update the firmware of the TC8518.

  • Page 78: Serial Port Setting (Apply To Serial Expansion Card)

    Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Console/Telnet Management Figure 4-5 Terminal Settings: Console Firmware Update 4.3.5 Serial Port Setting (Apply to Serial Expansion Card) CLI Commands Functions serial settings_get Shows serial ports current settings. serail status_get Shows serial ports current status. serial enable_set Enables/Disables serial ports.

  • Page 79: Phone Port Settings (Applies To Phone Expansion Card)

    Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Console/Telnet Management Figure 4-7 Terminal Settings: Serial Get Status 4.3.6 Phone Port Settings (Applies to Phone expansion card) FXO Expansion: CLI Commands Functions fxo port_status Shows phone lines status and caller ID settings. fxo caller_id_enable Enables/Disables caller ID feature in FXO-to-FXS mode.
  • Page 80 Chapter 4 Command Line Interface Console/Telnet Management CLI Commands Functions fxs caller_id_enable Enables/Disables caller ID feature in FXO-to-FXS mode. Figure 4-9 Terminal Settings: FXS Port Status TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 81: Snmp Management

    Chapter 5 SNMP Management Introduction The TC8518 comes standard with built-in SNMP Agent. Contact TC Communications Technical Support to get a copy of the MIB file. The TC Communications MIB file can be run on any 3rd party SNMP Management Software.

  • Page 82: Snmp Trap Management

    Chapter 5 SNMP Management SNMP Trap Management Figure 5-2 Third Party SNMP Manager SNMP Trap Management Figure 5-3, SNMP Trap Display shows two examples of Alarm Traps sent from the TC8518 to the SNMP Manager Software on the administrator’s desktop. Figure 5-3 SNMP Trap Display TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    Off. T1/E1 Port 1-16 Figure 6-1 TC8518 T1/E1 Port Status The Ethernet LINK/ACT LED is solid green when a port is connected and link signal is present (the signal will flash when activity is present). The FULL/COL LED will be lit depending on the incoming signal.

  • Page 84: All Leds Are "Off

    Warranty Breach Warning Note: Do not, for any reason, open the TC8518 unit. If you suspect of any problems with the unit, contact the Technical Support Department at TC Communications, Inc. for assistance. If the unit is opened without prior authorization from TC Communications, it will result in the loss of warranty.

  • Page 85: Optic Cable Types

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Optic Cable Types Optic Cable Types Conventionally, fiber optic cable with yellow-colored insulation is used for Single Mode applications; gray or orange-colored insulated cable is for Multimode use. If Multimode cable is used in a Single Mode application, the test results could be erroneous and confusing.

  • Page 86: T1/E1 Local Loopback Test

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Loopback Tests Figure 6-6 Loopback Unit Diagram 6.6.1 T1/E1 Local Loopback Test Local loopback is used to test wiring and the T1/E1 transceiver functionality. It can be enabled and disabled by sending a CSU Loop-up (10000) or Loop-down (100) pattern from the T1/E1 electrical side.
  • Page 87 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Loopback Tests Figure 6-7 Ethernet Remote Loopback Test TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...
  • Page 88 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Loopback Tests Figure 6-8 Local Loopback Tests TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 89: Loopback Test - Remote Ethernet

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Loopback Test - Remote Ethernet Loopback Test - Remote Ethernet Figure 6-9 Remote Loopback: Ethernet Tests TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...

  • Page 90: T1/E1 Csu Loop Up & Loop Down Codes

    Chapter 6 Troubleshooting T1/E1 CSU loop up & loop down codes Figure 6-10 Loopback Test - T1/E1 Remote T1/E1 CSU loop up & loop down codes The TC8518 supports CSU up (10000) and CSU down (100) codes by automatically enabling loopbacks. CSU line code monitoring is disabled by default and can be configured using CLI by issuing the following command: t1e1 loop_code_monitor_set Alternatively one can go to the T1/E1 Diagnostic webpage and set it up there.
  • Page 91 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting T1/E1 CSU loop up & loop down codes Figure 6-11 T1/E1 Remote Loop Back Signal Flow TC8518 Unit A TC8518 Unit B Functionality Loop Monitor Loop Monitor Disabled Enable Remote This setting allows the Telco to send loop codes that will enable/disable the remote loopback on Unit B for a specific T1 channel.
  • Page 92 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting T1/E1 CSU loop up & loop down codes Figure 6-13 T1/E1 Both Units Loop Back Signal Flow TC8518 Unit A TC8518 Unit B Functionality Loop Monitor Loop Monitor Enable Local Enable Local This setting allows the Telco to enable/disable Unit A's local loopback by sending loop codes from the CO side.

  • Page 93: Appendix A Return Policy

    Buyer, or may give written authorization to Buyer to return the goods to TC Communications, Inc., transportation charges prepaid, for examination by TC Communications, Inc. Buyer shall bear the risk of loss until all goods authorized to be returned are delivered to TC Communications, Inc. TC Communications, Inc.

  • Page 94: Limitation Of Liability

    The shipping expense to TC Communications should be prepaid. The product should be properly packaged and insured. After the product is repaired, TC Communications will ship the product back to the shipper at TC's cost to U.S. domestic destinations. (Foreign customers are responsible for all shipping costs, duties and taxes [both ways].

  • Page 95: Appendix B Safety

    Appendix B Safety Overview This manual contains instructions which must be observed to ensure your own personal safety and to avoid damage to devices and machinery. Certified Usage Please observe the following: the TC8518 may only be employed for the purposes described in the catalog and technical description, and only in conjunction with external devices and components recommended or approved by TC Communications.

  • Page 96: Recycling

    B Safety Power Supply NOTE Appropriate testing has established that this device fulfills the requirements of a class A digital device in line with part 15 of the FCC regulations. These requirements are designed to provide sufficient protection against interference where the device is being used in a business environment.

  • Page 97: Environment

    B.3.0.2 Grounding All TC Communications products are fully grounded and are in compliance accordance with all regulations and Specifications (TC8518), on page 1-10. B.3.0.3 Housing Only technicians authorized by TC Communications are permitted to open the housing and break the seal.
  • Page 98 B Safety Environment • The installation location is to be selected so as to ensure compliance with the climatic limits listed in the Technical Data. • Ensure the following criteria in site selection; Room for adequate ventilation and cable routing. Reserve space at least 0.5 m at the front and rear of the unit for human access, cables, and air flow.

  • Page 99: Glossary

    Glossary A front panel LED that indicates an alarm. See SNMP Query, on page 5-1. Bandwidth A range of frequencies available for signaling; the differences between the highest and lowest frequencies of a band are expressed in (Hz). Bridge A device used to connect two separate LANs or used to divide a large LAN into smaller LANs.
  • Page 100 Acronym for Electronic Industries Association. EIA, a standards body, has a set of standards which includes data communications and interface standards among others. Ethernet Product name for one of the first popular LAN technologies, later standardized as IEEE 802.3. Fiber Optic Thin filaments of glass or other transparent material sheathed in an insulator Cable through which a light beam may be transmitted for long distances by means of...
  • Page 101 A local area network is a group of PCs connected over a common medium within a building. An optical fiber that supports more than one propagating mode of light propagation. A management information base (MIB) stems from the OSI/ISO Network management model and is a type of database used for managing the devices in a communications network.
  • Page 102 (Open Data Interconnection Reference Model) - This is the International Standards Organization (ISO) model of how data communications systems can be interconnected. Communication is partitioned into seven function layers. Each layer builds on the services provided by those under it. Packet A grouping of data, usually consisting of data and an address header prior to being sent over a network.
  • Page 103 Router Similar to a bridge but provides more complex and flexible networking support. It usually also supports WANs. RS-232 An interface used between DTE and DCE employing serial binary data interchange, defined by EIA, aka. EIA-232. Similar to standard V.24 of CCITT. RSTP Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol.
  • Page 104 Unit status Provides the Administrator with overall report of the TC8518 JumboSwitch. Any alarm condition reported by an interface card installed in the unit monitored by this Management Interface card will not only generate an alarm local to the reporting interface card but also at the Unit Status page. This indicates that there is power supplied to the unit.
  • Page 105 802.1 IEEE 802.1 is a working group of the IEEE 802 project of the IEEE. It is concerned with: • 802LAN/MAN architecture • Internet working among 802 LANs, MANs and other wide area networks • 802 Link Security • 802 overall network management •...
  • Page 106 Glossary-8 TC8518 Rev 2.2 User Manual...
  • Page 107 Index cabling, 2-4 physical dimensions, 1-20 connections, 1-10 power, 1-8 unit, 2-4 power supplies, 2-2 power-up LED verification sequence, 5-1 DCAR, 2-3 dimensions physical, 1-20 rack mounting, 2-2 RJ-45 Ethernet connection, 2-5 electrical, 6-2, 6-3 environment, 1-8 environmental requirements, 2-1 redundant fiber optic cable adapter, 2-5 extreme temperature, 1-8 site selection criteria, 2-1...
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