Optelian RGN-3GSF User Manual

2.7 gb/s multi-protocol dual transponder card

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U S E R G U I D E
RELEASE 5.7
RGN-3GSF User Guide
2.7 Gb/s multi-protocol dual transponder card

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  • Page 1 U S E R G U I D E RELEASE 5.7 RGN-3GSF User Guide 2.7 Gb/s multi-protocol dual transponder card ™...
  • Page 2 Optelian, shall be at the customer's sole risk. The customer hereby agrees to defend and hold Optelian harmless from any claims for loss, cost, damage, expense or liability that may arise out of or in connection with the use, sale, licence or other distribution of the products in such applications.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Installing and removing the card and modules ................. 5 Installing the card and SFP modules ..................5 Removing the card and modules ..................7 Configuring the RGN-3GSF using the display and control keys ..........8 Display menu hierarchy ...................... 10 Viewing card information ....................11 Viewing the port configuration ....................
  • Page 4 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Table of contents...
  • Page 5: Rgn-3Gsf Card

    LEDs. As part of the Optelian suite of products, the card mounts in any active shelf and can be configured and managed as a standalone device, or via the Optelian shelf or network management software. For managed operation (installed a shelf with a management card), use the Optelian shelf manager (OSM) or Optelian network manager (ONM) to configure, manage, monitor and troubleshoot the card.
  • Page 6: Applications

    LEDs P1 to P8 Applications The RGN-3GSF regenerator/transponder holds up to four pluggable SFP modules to support bandwidth provisioning, reach extension, and interface conversion applications. SFPs can be configured as separate regenerators - where each SFP functions as an independent 2-port signal regenerator - or paired as...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    OMS-219 mounting shelves Note: To operate in this extended temperature range, the RGN-3GSF must be installed in the OMS-2190 shelf and must be populated with SFP modules that support this temperature range (see the Optelian Pluggable Modules Product Guide, 3019-4100).
  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Optical precautions Invisible laser radiation that may be hazardous to the eye is emitted from fiber optical cable, optical transceivers, and laser ports. To maximize safety when handling or operating Optelian equipment, follow the safety precautions described in this section.
  • Page 9: Installing And Removing The Card And Modules

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Installing and removing the card and modules The RGN-3GSF is a single-width card that requires one shelf slot for installation. When the installation environment requires the card to operate within the normal temperature range (-5°C to 55°C [23°F to 131°F]), the card can be installed in any Optelian mounting platform.
  • Page 10 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Figure 2: Installing the RGN-3GSF card in a shelf (OMS-7190 shown) Upper latch in open position Lower latch in open position With the card fully seated, push on the latches to close them. A click should be heard and felt.
  • Page 11: Removing The Card And Modules

    WARNING: The card can be removed from a powered shelf with no impact on the other cards in the shelf; however, traffic on the RGN-3GSF card will be affected. Pull firmly on the latches and ensure they are in the open position.
  • Page 12: Configuring The Rgn-3Gsf Using The Display And Control Keys

    The keypad and display combination allows you to view card and port status, and configure card and port settings. Note: Operating the RGN-3GSF in a shelf where a management card is installed is defined as operation in a managed system. When operating the RGN-3GSF in a managed system, the faceplate display can only be used to view configuration settings and alarm messages, and the card can only be configured using the ONM or OSM.
  • Page 13 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 As shown in Figure 5, the keypad has three keys that provide the following functions: • Escape: sets the display to off or goes back to the previous display • Scroll: scrolls down to the next item in the display •...
  • Page 14: Display Menu Hierarchy

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Display menu hierarchy Figure 6 shows the menu hierarchy for the card and SFPs. Figure 7 shows the menu hierarchy for the SFP transmit and receive ports. Figure 6: Card and SFP menu hierarchies...
  • Page 15: Viewing Card Information

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Viewing card information To view information about the card, such as part number, firmware revision and slot number, follow the sequence shown in Figure 8. Figure 8: Viewing card information RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF Card...
  • Page 16: Configuring The Sfps And Ports

    Note: If the card is installed in a shelf that also houses a management card, the display on the RGN-3GSF card cannot be used to configure the SFPs and ports; it can only be used to view the configuration settings. To configure SFP and port settings in a managed system, see “Configuring the RGN-3GSF SFPs”...
  • Page 17: Configuration Example

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Configuration example This example shows how to configure the SFP1 and SFP2 port group for 2R regenerator mode, and the SFP3 and SFP4 port group for 3R regenerator mode, and the associated ports.
  • Page 18 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Configure SFP3 and SFP4 as a transponder. RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF Card Card P1P2 P3P4 P1 SFP P1 SFP P1P2 P3P4 P2 SFP P2 SFP P5P6 P7P8 P5P6 P7P8 P3 SFP P3 SFP P4 SFP...
  • Page 19 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Configure the transmit mode for port P1 to 2R. Repeat the following sequence to configure the transmit mode for P5 and P7 to 3R (the default mode is 3R). RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF P1 SFP Tx...
  • Page 20 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Enable transmission for ports P1, P5, and P7. Set P1 to ENABLED, and then repeat the sequence for P5, and P7. The default mode is ENABLED, and the TX port will not transmit unless a signal is received.
  • Page 21 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 View the data rate of the receive ports P2, P6, and P8 by repeating the following sequence for each port. RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF P2 SFP Rx P2 SFP Rx Card Card P1 SFP...
  • Page 22 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 View the laser state on transmit ports P1, P5, and P7 by repeating the following sequence for each port. RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF RGN-3GSF P1 SFP Tx P1 SFP Tx Card Card P1 SFP P1 SFP...
  • Page 23: Configuring The Rgn-3Gsf Using The Onm And Osm

    In the shelf view of the ONM or OSM, double-click the card, or right-click the card and choose Card Config from the drop-down menu. In the Configuration for Device screen, click the RGN-3GSF button, then click the Inventory tab to access the following information: •...
  • Page 24: Configure Card Operating Parameters

    In the shelf view of the ONM or OSM, double-click the card, or right-click the card and choose Card Config from the drop-down menu. In the Configuration for Device screen, click the RGN-3GSF button, then click the Operation tab. Configure the operating parameters for the card as listed in Table 5.
  • Page 25: Configure Card Advanced Parameters

    In the shelf view of the ONM or OSM, double-click the card, or right-click the card and choose Card Config from the drop-down menu. In the Configuration for Device screen, click the RGN-3GSF button, then click the Advanced tab. Click OK in the Warning Message dialog box.
  • Page 26: Configure Third-Party Sfp Modules

    Disabled, the sfpInvalid alarm is raised when a non-Optelian SFP is installed. Enabled - this allows third-party (non-Optelian) SFP modules to be used in the card. When set to Enabled, the sfpInvalid alarm is not raised when a non-Optelian SFP is installed.
  • Page 27: Configuring The Rgn-3Gsf Sfps

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Configuring the RGN-3GSF SFPs Clicking an SFP button (SFP 1 or SFP 4) provides a set of tabs and interface-level attributes that can be viewed and modified to provide specific applications. Each SFP can be configured individually.
  • Page 28: Configure Sfp Protection Parameters

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Table 6: RGN-3GSF SFP configuration and status parameters Parameter Value Default Description Port Label 0 to 64 alphanumeric User-specified label for the port character Transmitter On (enabled) When enabled, the SFP automatically turns...
  • Page 29 RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Click Apply to implement the configuration, and click Save Config to save the settings. Table 7: RGN-3GSF SFP protection parameters Parameter Value Default Description Protection Mode On, Off Enables (On) or disables (Off) optical...
  • Page 30: View Sfp Advanced Parameters

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 View SFP advanced parameters CAUTION: The Advanced screen typically provides read-only information to be provided to Optelian Customer Support Services for troubleshooting purposes. As such, modifying the setting should only be done under the guidance of Optelian support personnel.
  • Page 31: Viewing And Interpreting Alarms

    Default contact behavior is closed when an alarm is active. For the wiring conventions and pin assignments of the dry contact relay card alarms, refer to the installation guide for the shelf in which the RGN-3GSF card is installd.appropriate Optelian mounting shelf documentation.
  • Page 32: Viewing Port Alarms

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Table 9 lists the RGN-3GSF card alarm messages that can be viewed via the faceplate display, and the ONM and OSM. Table 9: RGN-3GSF card alarms Alarm Message Description Severity Corrective Action ModuleFail...
  • Page 33: Error Messages

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Table 10: RGN-3GSF port alarms . Alarm Message Description Severity Corrective Action All Ports No alarms are present None SFP_Absent SFP is missing Major Insert SFP SFPInvalid A third-party (non-Optelian) Major Insert a valid Optelian SFP module. Refer to...
  • Page 34: Interpreting Led States

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Interpreting LED states Table 11: Card and port LED states LED state Description PWR (Power) There is no power to the card. Green The card is operating normally. Amber The card is initializing or experiencing a power fault condition.
  • Page 35: Customer Support

    RGN-3GSF Release 5.7 User Guide, 3005-9800 REV-11 Customer Support Customer support is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, and can be contacted as follows: North America: 1-877-225-9428 International: +1-613-287-2000 ext. 2200 E-mail: techsupport@optelian.com Website: www.optelian.com...

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