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Cabletron Systems HSIM-FE6 User Manual

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HSIM-FE6
User's Guide
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FEPIM 1
FEPIM 2
HSIM-FE6
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9032555-03

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  • Page 1 HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide Title Page FEPIM 1 FEPIM 2 HSIM-FE6 9032555-03...

  • Page 3: Fcc Notice

    Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made.

  • Page 4: Industry Canada Notice

    IMPORTANT: Before utilizing this product, carefully read this License Agreement. This document is an agreement between you, the end user, and Cabletron Systems, Inc. (“Cabletron”) that sets forth your rights and obligations with respect to the Cabletron software program (the “Program”) contained in this package.

  • Page 5: United States Government Restricted Rights

    Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c) (1) (ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at 252.227-7013. Cabletron Systems, Inc., 35 Industrial Way, Rochester, New Hampshire 03867-0505. HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Notice CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS THE HSIM-FE6 GIGABIT ETHERNET MODULES USE CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS. READ THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to maintain Class 1 operation limits. This control loop eliminates the need for maintenance checks or adjustments.

  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    Mr. Ronald Fotino ___________________________________ Full Name Principal Compliance Engineer ___________________________________ Title Rochester, NH, USA ___________________________________ Location HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide 89/336/EEC 73/23/EEC Cabletron Systems, Inc. 35 Industrial Way PO Box 5005 Rochester, NH 03867 Mr. J. Solari Cabletron Systems Limited Nexus House, Newbury Business Park...
  • Page 8 Notice HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Unpacking the HSIM-FE6... 2-1 Installing Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules ... 2-2 Installing the HSIM-FE6... 2-5 2.3.1 Installing the HSIM-FE6 in an Interface Module ... 2-5 2.3.2 Installing the HSIM-FE6 in a Standalone Device ... 2-8 Connecting to the Network ... 2-9 2.4.1...
  • Page 10 Contents viii HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...
  • Page 11 HSIM-FE6... 1-1 Removing the FEPIM Coverplate... 2-3 Installing the FEPIM ... 2-4 Removing the HSIM Coverplate... 2-6 Installing the HSIM-FE6 ... 2-7 FE-100TX Crossover Switch ... 2-11 Twisted Pair Cabling ... 2-12 HSIM-FE6 LANVIEW LEDs... 3-1 FE-100TX LED ... 3-2 FE-100TX Pinouts ...B-1...
  • Page 12 Table FEPIM Options ...1-3 HSIM-FE6 LEDs ...3-2 10/100 LED Indications When RX LED Is On...3-3 10/100 LED Indications When RX LED Is Off...3-3 TABLES HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide Page...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    A general working knowledge of Ethernet and data communications networks and their physical layer components is helpful when installing this device. The HSIM-FE6 has two Fast Ethernet ports in which Cabletron Systems Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules (FEPIMs) can be installed. Figure 1-1 shows the HSIM-FE6.

  • Page 14: Overview

    1.2.2 Local Management The HSIM-FE6 is managed through the host device in which it is installed. For information concerning Local Management for the HSIM-FE6, refer to the manual for the host platform. For details on obtaining the host platform manual, refer to 1.2.3...

  • Page 15: Fepim Options

    FEPIM OPTIONS The FEPIM options for the HSIM-FE6 are listed in Release Notes with the host platform for changes or additions to this list. Part Number Connector FE-100TX RJ45 FE-100FX SC fiber FE-100F3 SC fiber DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: Note symbol.

  • Page 16: Getting Help

    Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@ctron.com Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message. Before calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center, have the following information ready: • Your Cabletron Systems service contract number •...

  • Page 17: Related Documentation

    Related Documentation RELATED DOCUMENTATION The documentation for the host device in which the HSIM-FE6 is to be installed provides additional information about the setup of the HSIM-FE6. This user’s guide references procedures in these documents, where appropriate, but does not repeat them.
  • Page 18 Chapter 1: Introduction HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Installation

    • Phillips screwdriver • Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules (FEPIMs) in the appropriate media Before attempting to use the HSIM-FE6 you should be familiar NOTE with the IEEE 802.3, 802.3 10BASE-T, and 802.3u 100BASE-T Specifications. UNPACKING THE HSIM-FE6 The HSIM-FE6 and the host platform are sensitive to static discharges.

  • Page 20: Installing Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules

    Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules (FEPIMs) must be installed in the HSIM-FE6 before installing the HSIM-FE6 in the host device. The FEPIMs provide connectivity to the network. At least one FEPIM must be installed in either port one or port two. To install an FEPIM in the...
  • Page 21 Figure 2-2. Gently pull the faceplate of the HSIM-FE6 forward to allow room for the FEPIM to be aligned over the connector. Align the FEPIM connector into the HSIM-FE6 connector pins. See Figure 2-2. Ensure that the FEPIM connector aligns with the HSIM-FE6 connector pins to prevent bending the pins.
  • Page 22 Figure 2-2 Installing the FEPIM Press down firmly on the FEPIM until the pins slide all the way into the HSIM-FE6 connector. Ensure that the FEPIM seats flush on the standoffs. Secure the FEPIM using the screws enclosed in the FEPIM packaging.

  • Page 23: Installing The Hsim-Fe6

    HSIM-FE6 is supported. The following subsections provide generic instructions for installing an HSIM-FE6 in either an interface module or in a standalone device. Refer to the specific interface module or standalone device documentation for exact HSIM slot and connector locations.
  • Page 24 Remove and save the two faceplate mounting screws securing the HSIM coverplate and remove the coverplate. See HSIM Coverplate Faceplate Mounting Screws Figure 2-3 Removing the HSIM Coverplate Refer to Figure 2-4 faceplate. and place the HSIM-FE6 behind the module Figure 2-3. 2555_03 HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...
  • Page 25 CAUTION both the HSIM-FE6 and the module. Press down firmly on the connector area of the HSIM-FE6 until the connector slides all the way onto the pins. Ensure that the standoffs on the interface module align with the standoff screw holes on the HSIM-FE6.

  • Page 26: Installing The Hsim-Fe6 In A Standalone Device

    Refer back to Figure 2-4 standalone device faceplate. Align the HSIM connector of the HSIM-FE6 with the pins on the standalone device. Ensure that the HSIM-FE6 connector aligns with the device connector pins to prevent bending the pins. This can damage CAUTION both the HSIM-FE6 and the device.

  • Page 27: Connecting To The Network

    Press down firmly on the HSIM-FE6 until the connector slides all the way onto the HSIM pins. Ensure that the standoffs on the standalone device align with the standoff screw holes on the HSIM-FE6. Secure the HSIM-FE6 to the module faceplate using the mounting...

  • Page 28: Connecting A Fiber Optic Segment To The Fepim

    Chapter 2: Installation 2.4.1 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the FEPIM Cabletron Systems offers fiber optic cables that use SC style connectors which are keyed to ensure proper crossover of the transmit and receive fibers. An odd number of crossovers (preferably one) must be...

  • Page 29: Connecting A Twisted Pair Segment To The Fe-100Tx

    Check that the power is turned on for the device at the other end of the link. Verify proper crossover of fiber strands between the port on the HSIM-FE6 and the fiber optic device at the other end of the fiber optic link segment. Verify that the fiber connection meets the dB loss specifications...

  • Page 30: Crossover Cable

    Straight-Through Cable RJ45 Port RX– TX– RJ45 to RJ45 Crossover Cable RJ45 Port RX– TX– RJ45 to RJ45 shows how to properly 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Device Port RX– TX– 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Device Port RX– TX– 25041-08 HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...
  • Page 31 Make sure that the twisted pair connection meets cable specifications outlined in Confirm that the crossover switch is in the correct position. If a link is not established, refer to information before contacting the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.5 for details.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Installation 2-14 HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Hsim-Fe6 Leds

    This chapter describes how to use the LANVIEW LEDs to monitor the HSIM-FE6 status and diagnose HSIM-FE6 problems. HSIM-FE6 LEDs Refer to Figure 3-1 for the location of the HSIM-FE6 LEDs and for a description of the LED indications. Transmit (TX) Receive (RX) LEDs for FEPIM 1...

  • Page 34: Fe-100Tx Led

    Table 3-2 Table 3-3 LED when the RX LED is on or off, respectively. Receive (RX) LED Table 3-1 HSIM-FE6 LEDs Definition Link, no activity. Port enabled. Link, port disabled. Link, activity. Port enabled. No link, no activity. Port enabled or disabled.

  • Page 35: Hsim-Fe6 Local Management

    Table 3-3 10/100 LED Indications When RX LED Is Off Color 10/100 Green HSIM-FE6 LOCAL MANAGEMENT For information concerning Local Management for the HSIM-FE6, refer to the host device manual. HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide HSIM-FE6 Local Management Indication FE-100TX is operating at 10 Mbps.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3: LANVIEW LEDs HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: A.1 Physical Properties

    This chapter lists the specifications and regulatory requirements for the HSIM-FE6. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Dimensions Weight MTBF (Predicted) ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Relative Humidity...

  • Page 38: A.4 Regulatory Compliance

    This equipment meets the following safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements: Safety Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No.950, EN 60950, IEC 950, and 73/23/EEC FCC Part 15, EN 55022, CSA C108.8, EN 50082-1, VCCI V-3, 89/336/EEC, and AS/NZS 3548 HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

  • Page 39: B.1 Fe-100Tx

    This appendix provides specifications for the Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. The HSIM-FE6 supports the following Fast Ethernet (Port) Interface Modules: the FE-100TX, the FE-100FX, and the FE-100F3.

  • Page 40: B.2 Fe-100Fx

    Figure B-2 uses an SC style connector that Figure B-2 FE-100FX Table B-1 Transmitter Power Worst Case Budget 6.0 dB 9.0 dB 15.0 dB 2286-40 Typical Budget 9.0 dB 12.0 dB 18.0 dB HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

  • Page 41: B.3 Fe-100F3

    If power levels are being measured with an average power meter, add 3 dB to the measurement to compare the measured values to the values listed above. HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide Figure B-3 uses an SC style connector that Figure B-3 FE-100F3...
  • Page 42 Appendix B: FEPIM Specifications HSIM-FE6 User’s Guide...

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