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  • Page 1 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 SmartSwitch 6000 Modules FAST ENET 6H128-08 RESET 9032364-02 User’s Guide FAST ENET 6H129-08 RESET...

  • Page 3: Fcc Notice

    Only qualified personnel should install the 6H128-08 and the 6H129-08. 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 sub- paragraph (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. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Do not use optical instruments to view the laser output. The use of optical instruments to view laser output increases eye hazard. When viewing the output optical port, power must be removed from the network adapter. SAFETY INFORMATION INFORMATION BEFORE SAFETY INFORMATION 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide watts.

  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    Mr. Ronald Fotino ___________________________________ Full Name Principal Compliance Engineer ___________________________________ Title Rochester, NH, USA ___________________________________ Location 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 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...
  • Page 8 Notice 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Connecting Fiber Optic Cables to Ports 1 Through 6 ... 3-5 3.4.2 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the FE-100TX ... 3-8 3.4.3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the FE-100FX and FE-100F3 ... 3-10 Completing the Installation ... 3-12 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide CONTENTS...
  • Page 10 5.11.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries ...5-34 5.11.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports ...5-34 5.12 Module Selection Screen ...5-35 5.12.1 Selecting a Module...5-37 5.13 Module Menu Screen ...5-37 5.14 Module Configuration Menu Screen ...5-38 viii 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 11 5.23.1 Displaying the Source and Destination Entries... 5-81 5.23.2 Changing Source and Destination Ports... 5-81 5.24 Broadcast Suppression Screen ... 5-82 5.24.1 Setting the Threshold... 5-84 5.24.2 Setting the Reset Peak Switch ... 5-84 5.25 Module Statistics Menu Screen ... 5-84 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Contents...
  • Page 12 Auto-Negotiation ... B-2 FE-100FX... B-3 FE-100F3 ... B-4 APPENDIX C OPTIONAL INSTALLATIONS AND MODE SWITCH BANK SETTINGS Required Tools... C-1 Setting the Mode Switch ... C-1 Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules ... C-4 INDEX 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    fixed ports. If the information discussed in this document applies to both the 6H128-08 and 6H129-08, they will be referred to as either the 6H12X-08 or the module. If the information applies specifically to one module, that module will be referred to by its specific name, such as the 6H129-08.
  • Page 14 FE-100TX pinouts and cable types used with the FE-100FX and FE100-F3. Appendix Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank describes how to install optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules and how to set the mode switches. Specifications, 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Settings,...

  • Page 15: 6H12X-08 Overview

    Connectivity The 6H12X-08 connects to Ethernet networks or workstations through six fiber optic ports with SC connections on the front panel. The 6H128-08 supports multimode fiber SC ports, and the 6H129-08 supports single mode fiber SC ports. The multimode ports are IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-FX compliant.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Introduction Port Status LEDs Network Ports 1-6 Optional Fast Ethernet Module Ports 7 and 8 FAST ENET 6H128-08 Reset Button RESET COM Port CPU LED Figure 1-1 The 6H12X-08 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 23640101...

  • Page 17: Runtime Ip Address Discovery

    Telnet connection. Local Management provides the ability to manage the 6H12X-08 and any of the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules installed in ports 7 and 8 of the 6H12X-08. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 6H12X-08 Overview...

  • Page 18: Remote Monitoring (Rmon)

    Statistics, Alarms, Events and History. These groups are enabled on all ports by default. Cabletron Systems RMON Actions is a vendor specific extension of RMON and provides the ability to set an “Action” on any SNMP MIB variable. The Action can be triggered by any RMON Event and/or Alarm.

  • Page 19: Lanview Diagnostic Leds

    6H12X-08, can be used to manage the entire chassis, and any other attached module through Local Management, SNMP, or Telnet applications. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Local Management Features Chapter 4 provides details about the 6H12X-08...

  • Page 20: Smarttrunk

    Distributed, resilient links increase reliability and performance. • Multiple technologies are supported within a single trunk for maximum flexibility. For more information about SmartTrunk, refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide. OPTIONAL FEATURES Options for the 6H12X-08 include Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to add additional interface capability.
  • Page 21 Uses SC FE-100FX connector Uses SC FE-100F3 connector 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Application Supports Category 5 Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling, which has an impedance of 85 to 111 ohms. Supports multimode fiber optic cabling. Supports single mode fiber optic cabling.

  • Page 22: Document Conventions

    Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment. CAUTION Electrical Hazard Warning symbol. Warns against an action that could result in personal injury or death due to an electrical hazard. 1-10 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 23: Getting Help

    Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: TechWriting@cabletron.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 24: Related Manuals

    RELATED MANUALS The following manuals may help the user to setup and manage the 6H12X-08: Cabletron Systems 6C105 SmartSwitch 6000 Overview and Setup Guide Cabletron Systems Networking Guide Cabletron Systems Guide to Network Troubleshooting Cabletron Systems Local Management for CSX200, CSX400, CSX400-DC, HSIM-W6, and HSIM-W84 Cabletron Systems HSIM-A6DP User’s Guide...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Network Requirements

    10BASE-T NETWORK When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to an optional FE-100TX, ensure that the network meets the Ethernet network requirements of the IEEE 802.3 standard for 10BASE-T. Refer to the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide for details. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide CHAPTER 2 2.1)

  • Page 26: 100Base-Tx Network

    85 to 111 ohms. 100BASE-FX FIBER OPTIC NETWORK Ports 7 and 8 of the 6H12X-08 support the Cabletron Systems FE-100FX and FE-100F3 fiber optic interface modules. The device at the other end of the fiber optic segment must meet the 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet network requirements to operate at 100 Mbps.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Installation

    Open the box and remove the 6H12X-08 from the shipping box. Save all shipping material in case any items need to be returned. Verify the contents of the carton as listed in 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION (Section 3.1)

  • Page 28: Installing 6H12X-08 Options

    INSTALLING 6H12X-08 OPTIONS Install any optional equipment before proceeding to NOTE Section 3.3. If installing the 6H12X-08 with an optional Fast Ethernet Interface Module(s), refer to Appendix C Quantity Section 1.7 for details. for installation instructions. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 29: Installing The 6H12X-08 Into The 6C105 Chassis

    Ensure that the module slides in straight and properly engages the backplane connectors. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Installing the 6H12X-08 into the 6C105 Chassis Figure 3-1.
  • Page 30 Chapter 3: Installation Slot Number Metal Back-Panel Figure 3-1 Installing an Interface Module FAST ENET 6H128-08 RESET Circuit Card Card Guides 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Plastic Locking Tab 2159-01 2159-02 Plastic Locking Tab...

  • Page 31: Connecting To The Network

    This section provides the procedures for connecting fiber optic and twisted pair segments from the network or other devices to the 6H12X-08. Ports 1 through 6 have SC connectors for fiber. The 6H128-08 supports multimode fiber, and the 6H129-08 supports single mode fiber. Ports 7 and 8 support FE-100TX, FE-100FX, or FE-100F3 Fast Ethernet Interface Modules.
  • Page 32 Insert one end of the SC connector into the port on the 6H12X-08 module. See Figure At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the SC connector to the other device. 3-2. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 33 Verify that the fiber connections between the applicable port on the 6H12X-08 and fiber optic device on the other end of the fiber optic link segment are properly crossed over. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Connecting to the Network RX (Receive) LED...

  • Page 34: Connecting A Twisted Pair Segment To The Fe-100Tx

    Chapter 3: Installation Make sure that the fiber connection meets dB loss specifications for a 100BASE-FX link as specified in the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide. Section 5.19 port. If a link has not been established, refer to Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to problem has not been resolved.
  • Page 35 If a crossover is required, but crossover cabling is not available, use the switch on the FE-100TX to internally cross over the RJ45 port. shows how to properly set the FE-100TX crossover switch. Position X (crossed over) 1. RX+ 5. NC 2.

  • Page 36: Connecting A Fiber Optic Segment To The Fe-100Fx And Fe-100F3

    Appendix B NOTE FE-100TX module links to another device. If a link has not been established, refer to before contacting the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Refer to Section 1.7 for details. 3.4.3 Connecting a Fiber Optic Segment to the...
  • Page 37 During the bootup process, the RX LED flashes green and NOTE amber, and will not indicate if a link exists until bootup is complete. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Connecting to the Network Figure RX LED TX LED...

  • Page 38: Completing The Installation

    6H12X-08 and fiber optic device on the other end of the segment are properly crossed over. Make sure that the fiber connection meets dB loss specifications as specified in the Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide. Section 5.19 If a link has not been established, see contacting Cabletron Systems Global Call Center.

  • Page 39: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting network and module operational problems • Using the RESET button For more troubleshooting information about other Cabletron products, please refer to the Cabletron Systems Guide to Network Troubleshooting. Section 1.8 for information on obtaining the guide. USING LANVIEW The 6H12X-08 uses Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW.
  • Page 40 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Receive (RX) Transmit (TX) Receive (RX) Transmit (TX) CPU LED Figure 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide FAST ENET 6H128-08 RESET 2159-07...
  • Page 41 1–6, Green also ports 7 and 8, with optional FE-100FX Amber FE-100F3 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs State Power off. Blinking. Hardware failure has occurred. Solid. Resetting, normal power up reset. Blinking. Crippled. Solid. Testing.
  • Page 42 Port may be disabled due to Spanning Tree. Flashing. Indicates collision rate. Solid. Diagnostic Failure. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Recommended Action 1. Ensure that the STA is enabled and that there is a valid link. 2. If still not working, contact the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center.

  • Page 43: Fe-100Tx Led

    LED is on. No link exists if the associated port (port 7 or 8) Receive (RX) LED is off. Table 4-3 FE-100TX LED Indications When the RX LED Is Off Color 10/100 Green 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Table 4-3 provide a functional description of FE-100TX Figure 4-2 FE-100TX LED Description FE-100TX is operating at 10 Mbps.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Checklist

    Enable port. Check link to device. Review network design and delete unnecessary loops. Reenter the lost parameters as necessary. Call the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center if problem persists. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide for a checklist for IP...

  • Page 45: Using The Reset Button

    The module processor goes through a reset process lasting approximately 20 seconds. The module will be unreachable for up to two minutes as it reenters the network. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 4-3) resets the 6H12X-08 processor without FAST ENET...
  • Page 46 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Chapter 5 Local Management

    • View RMON, switch and interface statistics. • Assign ports to operate in Auto-Negotiate (optional FE-100TX only), standard or full duplex mode. • Configure SmartTrunk ports to perform load sharing. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide CHAPTER 5...
  • Page 48 There are three ways to access Local Management: • Locally using a VT type terminal connected to the COM port of the 6H12X-08. • Remotely using a VT type terminal connected through a modem. • In-band via a Telnet connection. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Local Management Keyboard Conventions

    SPACE bar BACKSPACE Key Arrow Keys [–] Key DEL Key 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Local Management Keyboard Conventions Function These are selection keys that perform the same Local Management function. For example, “Press ENTER” means that you can press either ENTER or RETURN, unless this manual specifically...

  • Page 50: Management Terminal Setup

    RJ45-to-DB9 adapter (supplied in the kit). If using a DEC VT style terminal, use the DB25 adapter for this NOTE device instead of the DB9 adapter. Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 adapter to the communications port on the terminal/PC. Figure 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 5-1.
  • Page 51 RJ45 COM Port Figure 5-1 Management Terminal Connection 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Management Terminal Setup ETHERNET 6E128-08 RESET FAST ENET 6H128-08 RESET Port UTP Cable with RJ45 Connectors RJ45-to-DB9 PC Adapter to PC 2364-10...

  • Page 52: Management Terminal Setup Parameters

    2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 Receive=Transmit XOFF at 64 8 bits No Parity 1 Stop Bit No Local Echo DEC-423, Data Leads Only Limited Transmit No Auto Answerback Typewriter Keys any option any option Margin Bell Warning Bell 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 53: Telnet Connections

    Connect the RJ45 connector at one end of the cable to the COM port on the module. Plug the RJ45 connector at the other end of the cable into the RJ45-to-DB9 male (UPS) adapter, Cabletron Systems Part No. 9372066. Connect the RJ45-to-DB9 male (UPS) adapter to the female DB9 port on the rear of the UPS device (see the particular UPS device’s user...

  • Page 54: Accessing Local Management

    ENTER key up to four times to allow the COM port to auto-sense the baud rate. ETHERNET 6E128-08 RESET UTP Cable with RJ45 Connectors RJ45-to-DB9 PC Adapter DB9 Port Figure 5-3. Whenever a connection is 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide FAST ENET 6H128-08 RESET Port UPS Device 2364_5 Section 5.8.
  • Page 55 Main Menu screen to appear. • If no activity occurs for several minutes, the Password screen reappears and the session ends. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Accessing Local Management 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT CABLETRON Systems, Incorporated P.O.Box 5005...

  • Page 56: Navigating Local Management Screens

    802.1D SWITCHING (traditional switching) • 802.1Q SWITCHING (802.1Q port based VLANS) • SECURE FAST VLAN (Cabletron Systems SecureFast Switching) Refer to the Release Notes shipped with the product to verify NOTE which screens are supported in each of the three available switching modes.
  • Page 57 Chassis Password Menu Main Menu Modules Menu Figure 5-5 802.1Q Switching Mode, LM Screen Hierarchy 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Accessing Local Management Chassis Configuration SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental Port Redirect Function General Configuration SNMP Community Names...

  • Page 58: Selecting Local Management Menu Screen Items

    SNMP Community Names SNMP Traps Chassis Environmental General Configuration SNMP Community Names Module Configuration SNMP Traps Menu Ethernet Interface Configuration Module Specific Configuration Module Interface Statistics Statistics RMON Statistics Menu Network Tools 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide System Resources Flash Download 2364_45...
  • Page 59 Main Menu screen displays. Use the arrow keys to highlight the RETURN command at the bottom of the Main Menu screen. Press ENTER. The Password screen displays and the session ends. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Accessing Local Management 5-13...

  • Page 60: The Main Menu Screen

    The Modules menu item provides access to the Module Selection screen that is used to select individual modules in the chassis for management purposes. For details about the Module Selection screen, refer to Section 5.12. 5-14 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 61: Chassis Menu Screen

    The following briefly explains each screen accessible from the Chassis Configuration screen: CHASSIS CONFIGURATION The Chassis Configuration screen allows the user to configure operating parameters for the 6C105 chassis. For details, refer to 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure 5-8, provides access to Local 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Chassis Menu...
  • Page 62 IEEE 802.1Q switches. When selected, this menu item opens the VLAN Main Menu screen. For details, refer to the Cabletron Systems Port Based VLAN User’s Guide. Refer to Section 5.15.9 for information on setting the Operational Mode field to configure the modules to function as 802.1Q switches.

  • Page 63: Chassis Configuration Screen

    IP address, eliminating the need to assign an IP address to each interface module. To set the IP address, refer to Section 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Chassis Configuration Screen Figure 5-9, allows the user to set the...
  • Page 64 Contains the rate at which the screens are updated. This setting determines how frequently (in seconds) information is updated on the screen. To enter a new update time, refer to 5-18 Section 5.7.5. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Section 5.7.4.
  • Page 65 Fast Ethernet Interface Module are bridged to each other. When the operational mode is set to 802.1Q SWITCHING, the 6H12X-08 acts as an IEEE 802.1Q switch. The modules are able to increase their switching functionality by creating and maintaining port based Virtual LANs (VLANs).

  • Page 66: Setting The Ip Address

    To change the subnet mask from its default, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Subnet Mask field. Enter the subnet mask into this field using Decimal Dotted Notation (DDN) format. For example: 255.255.255.0 5-20 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 67: Setting The Chassis Date

    Management does not alter the current value, but it does refresh the Chassis Date field with the previous value. Upon saving the new chassis date, all interface modules NOTE installed in the chassis recognize the new value as the current date. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Chassis Configuration Screen 5-21...

  • Page 68: Setting The Chassis Time

    Use the arrow keys to highlight the Screen Refresh Time field. Enter a number from 3 to 99. Press ENTER to set the refresh time to the time entered in the input field. 5-22 ., type “064500” in the 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 69: Setting The Screen Lockout Time

    To set the Operational Mode, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field. Press the SPACE bar to step to the appropriate operation mode, either 802.1D SWITCHING or 802.1Q SWITCHING. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Chassis Configuration Screen 5-23...
  • Page 70 IP addresses, and be configured to act as standalone devices in terms of Local Management via the 6C105 chassis. instructions that must be performed before configuring the modules as SecureFast switches. 5-24 WARNING! Section 5.15.9 provides additional 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure 5-10 1666...

  • Page 71: Snmp Community Names Screen

    NAMES menu item and pressing ENTER. The SNMP Community Names screen, Figure Event Message Line SAVE Figure 5-11 SNMP Community Names Screen 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide SNMP Community Names Screen 5-11, displays. 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT SNMP Community Names Community Name...
  • Page 72 fields for super-user access only. This community name permits read-write access to the 6C105 MIB objects and allows the user to change all modifiable parameters including community names, IP addresses, traps, and SNMP objects. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 73: Establishing Community Names

    Use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen and press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays. The community names are saved to memory and their access modes implemented. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide SNMP Community Names Screen Section 5.16.

  • Page 74: Snmp Traps Screen

    Network Management Station with the associated IP address. 5-28 Figure 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Chassis SNMP Traps Trap Community Name public public public public public public public public EXIT 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 5-12. Enable Traps [YES] [YES] [YES] [YES] [NO] [NO] [NO] [NO] RETURN 2159-36...

  • Page 75: Configuring The Trap Table

    TO KEEP CHANGES” message to appear at the top left of the screen. Edits will be lost if they are not saved before exiting. The designated workstations now receive traps from the 6C105. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide SNMP Traps Screen 5-29...

  • Page 76: Chassis Environmental Screen

    Displays the current status of power supplies 1 and 2 for the 6C105. This field displays either “Normal”, “Fault”, or “Not Installed”. 5-30 Figure 5-13, displays. 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Chassis Environmental Information Not Available Normal Not Installed Normal EXIT 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide RETURN...

  • Page 77: Port Redirect Function Screen

    Although traffic from the source port (including, if desired, NOTE errored frames) is sent to the destination port, normal switching is still performed for all frames on the source port. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Port Redirect Function Screen for instructions on configuring the operational Figure...
  • Page 78 6C105 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Port Redirect Function Destination -------------------------------- Port Module Destination Port [ 1] Destination Module [ 1] NEXT 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Remap Errors ------------------- Port [ 3] Status [ADD] [ 5] Errors...
  • Page 79 Allows the user to configure the source modules and ports to either send errored frames to selected destination modules and ports, or to drop errored frames, and send only valid traffic to the destination modules and ports. The default setting of this field is ON. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 5-33...

  • Page 80: Displaying The Source And Destination Entries

    Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Module field. Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step to the appropriate module number for the destination module. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Port field. 5-34 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 81: Module Selection Screen

    Module Selection screen. To access the Module Selection screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the MODULES menu item from the Main Menu screen and press ENTER. The Module Selection screen displays. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Module Selection Screen 5-35...
  • Page 82 Serial # (Read-only) Indicates the serial number of the module. The serial number of the device is necessary when calling the Cabletron Systems Global Call Center. Hardware Revision (Read-only) Reflects the hardware version of the module.

  • Page 83: Selecting A Module

    The Module Menu screen is the access point for all Local Management screens for the 6H12X-08. Menu screen. Module Type: 6H128-08 Slot Number: X Figure 5-16 Module Menu Screen 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure 5-16 shows the 6H128-08 Module 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Menu Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX...

  • Page 84: Module Statistics

    Refer to your Release Notes to see if the functionality provided by the above screens is supported in SECURE FAST VLAN mode. Section 5.15.9 mode. 5-38 explains how to use the Network Tools utility. Figure provides instructions on setting the operational 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 5-17, provides access to...

  • Page 85: General Configuration

    Local/Remote Management operation. Access is limited based on the password level of the user. For details, refer to 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Module Configuration Menu Screen 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Configuration Menu Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX...

  • Page 86: General Configuration Screen

    The SmartTrunk Configuration screen allows the user to logically group interfaces together to aggregate high speed uplinks. Refer to the Cabletron Systems SmartTrunk User’s Guide for additional information. MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION The Module Specific Configuration menu allows the user to access screens to configure ports or check system resources specific to the...
  • Page 87 field automatically enters the default subnet mask for the IP address. For details about how to change the subnet mask from its default value, refer to Section 5.15.2. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide General Configuration Screen 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT General Configuration 00-00-ID-00-00-00 0.0.0.0...
  • Page 88 Operational Mode (Selectable) This field allows the user to set the 6H12X-08 to operate as a traditional switch (802.1D SWITCHING option), or as an IEEE 802.1Q switch (802.1Q SWITCHING option), or as a Cabletron Systems SecureFast switch (SECURE FAST VLAN option). 5-42...
  • Page 89 VLANs. When the operational mode is set to SECURE FAST VLAN, the 6H12X-08 acts as SecureFast switch. With the Cabletron Systems VLAN Manager software, the 6H12X-08 is able to increase its switching functionality by creating and maintaining Virtual LANs (VLANs).

  • Page 90: Setting The Ip Address

    IP address as the chassis. If a separate IP address for the module is desired, for security or distributed management capabilities, proceed to step 1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the IP Address field. 5-44 Section 5.15.13. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 91 Event Message Line YOU HAVE ELECTED TO SAVE ONE OR MORE CONFIGURATION ITEMS THAT REQUIRE RESETTING THIS MODULE. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CONTINUE? Figure 5-19 Configuration Warning Screen 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide General Configuration Screen Figure 5-19 WARNING! displays.

  • Page 92: Setting The Subnet Mask

    6H12X-08 sends the Trap to the default gateway. To set the default gateway, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Default Gateway field. Enter the IP address of the default gateway using the DDN format. For example: 134.141.79.121 5-46 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 93: Setting The Tftp Gateway Ip Address

    TFTP Gateway IP Address field with the previous value. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER. The Event Message Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide General Configuration Screen 5-47...

  • Page 94: Setting The Module Date

    6H12X-08. All installed modules recognize the chassis time of the 6C105. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Module Time field. Enter the time in a 24-hour format: HH:MM:SS 5-48 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 95: Entering A New Screen Refresh Time

    Line at the top of the screen displays “SAVED OK”. If the entry is not valid, Local Management does not alter the current setting, but it does refresh the Screen Refresh Time field with the previous value. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide General Configuration Screen ., type “064500” in the...

  • Page 96: Setting The Screen Lockout Time

    In Standalone management mode, the module does not use the community names of the 6C105 chassis. To set the Operational Mode, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Operational Mode field. 5-50 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide (Section 5.16).

  • Page 97: Setting The Management Mode

    6C105 chassis. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Management Mode field: Use the SPACE bar to toggle the options (DISTRIBUTED or STAND ALONE) until the desired mode displays. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide General Configuration Screen (Section 5.16).

  • Page 98: Configuring The Com Port

    Press the SPACE bar to choose either ENABLED or DISABLED. The COM port must be ENABLED if it will be used for Local Management or UPS applications. Select DISABLED if you wish to disable the COM port for additional module security. 5-52 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 99 IP address all the interface modules installed share this same address. If you do not get this screen, go to Step 4. Use the arrow keys to highlight YES. Press ENTER. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide General Configuration Screen WARNING Figure 5-20...

  • Page 100: Changing The Com Port Application

    Use the arrow keys to highlight SAVE at the bottom of the screen, then press the ENTER key. 5-54 Section for instructions on clearing NVRAM in order to Application Local Management Session APC Power Supply SNMP Proxy 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 5.15.11.1, Changing Section 5.15.11, you can Table 5-3 lists the...

  • Page 101: Clearing Nvram

    ALL SYSTEM DEFAULTS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IP ADDRESS, INTERFACE CONFIGURATION, AND COM PORT CONFIGURATION, THEN RESET THE BOARD. ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT TO CLEAR NVRAM? Figure 5-21 Clear NVRAM Warning Screen 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide General Configuration Screen Figure 5-21 WARNING is displayed.

  • Page 102: Enabling/Disabling Ip Fragmentation

    Local/Remote Management community names. Community names act as passwords to Local/Remote Management and are agents of security access to the 6H12X-08. Access to the 6H12X-08 is controlled by setting any of three different levels of security authorization (read-only, read-write, and super-user). 5-56 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 103 COMMUNITY NAMES menu item and press ENTER. The SNMP Community Names screen, Event Message Line Module Type: 6H128-08 Slot Number: X SAVE Figure 5-22 SNMP Community Names Screen 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide SNMP Community Names Screen Section 5.12. Figure 5-22, displays. 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT...

  • Page 104: Establishing Community Names

    fields for super-user access only. This community name permits read-write access to the 6H12X-08 MIB objects and allows the user to change all modifiable parameters including community names, IP addresses, traps, and SNMP objects. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 105 Exiting without saving causes a “NOT SAVED?” message to NOTE display above the SAVE command. Edits will be lost if they are not saved before exiting. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide SNMP Community Names Screen 5-59...

  • Page 106: Snmp Traps Screen

    Figure 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT SNMP Traps Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Trap Community Name public public public public public public public EXIT 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 5-23. XX.XX.XX Enable Traps [NO] [NO] [NO] [NO] [NO] [NO] [NO] RETURN 2159-18...

  • Page 107: Configuring The Trap Table

    TO KEEP CHANGES” message to display in the top left portion of the screen. Edits will be lost if they are not saved before exiting. The designated workstations now receive traps from the 6H12X-08. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide SNMP Traps Screen 5-61...

  • Page 108: Switch Configuration Screen

    The Switch Configuration screen, options to make a switch operational in your network. To access the Switch Configuration screen from the Module Configuration Menu screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SWITCH CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The Switch Configuration screen, edit the fields for ports 9 to 12, highlight [9-12] at the bottom of the...
  • Page 109 Type of STA (Selectable) Allows the user to set the method that switches use to decide which switch is the controlling (Root) switch when two or more switches exist in parallel (Spanning Tree Algorithm). Valid entries include IEEE, DEC, and NONE.
  • Page 110 Allows the user to set the amount of time (in seconds) the 6H12X-08 will keep an address in its switch table before discarding it. The modules will discard an address from their switch table if they do not receive a valid Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) from the applicable address in the amount of time specified in the Age Time field.

  • Page 111: Setting The Sta

    The Spanning Tree Algorithm (STA) setting allows the user to set the method that the switches use to decide which is the controller (Root) switch when two or more switches are in parallel. The available selections are IEEE, DEC, and NONE.

  • Page 112: Setting (Enabling Or Disabling) The Port Status

    Access the Ethernet Interface Configuration screen from the Module Configuration Menu screen by using the arrow keys to highlight the ETHERNET INTERFACE CONFIGURATION menu item and pressing ENTER. The Ethernet Interface Configuration screen displays. 5-66 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 113 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX/FX, or 100BASE-TXFD/FXFD device. • No Link – There is no link signal present and there is no valid physical connection to another device. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Ethernet Interface Configuration 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Ethernet Interface Configuration Current Desired Oper.
  • Page 114 However, Local Management provides the user with the option of manually configuring that port. 5-68 Section 5.19.2 for more details. Section 5.19.1 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide describes how...

  • Page 115: Configuring An Fe-100Fx/F3 Interface Or A Port

    Press ENTER. The port now operates in the chosen mode. Use the arrow keys to highlight the SAVE command. Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” displays and Local Management saves the changes to memory. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Ethernet Interface Configuration Section 5.19.4 describes...

  • Page 116: Configuring An Fe-100Tx Interface

    Use the arrow keys to highlight the Advertised Ability field. Use the SPACE bar to select the desired mode. Use the RIGHT-ARROW key to move across to the Enabled/Disabled field to the right of the selection. 5-70 Section 5.19.3 Section 5.19.4 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide provide...

  • Page 117: Module Specific Configuration Menu

    MODULE SPECIFIC CONFIGURATION menu item and press ENTER. The Module Specific Configuration menu displays. Module Type: 6H128-08 Slot Number: X Figure 5-26 Module Specific Configuration Menu Screen 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Module Specific Configuration Menu 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Specific Configuration Menu Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX...

  • Page 118: Flash Download

    To access the System Resources screen from the Module Specific Configuration screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the SYSTEM RESOURCES menu item and press ENTER. The System Resources screen displays. 5-72 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 119 Indicates the amount of NVRAM installed in the 6H12X-08 and how much of it is currently available. Current Switch Utilization (Read-only) Shows how much (percentage of capacity) the 6H12X-08 is currently being used. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide System Resources Screen 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT System Resources Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX...

  • Page 120: Setting The Reset Peak Utilization

    Shows the peak percentage of maximum switching capacity, since last reset. Reset Peak Switch Utilization (Toggle) Allows the user to reset the Peak Switch Utilization field. The switch may be set to either YES or NO as described in Peak Switch Utilization field to the current system traffic.
  • Page 121 TFTP download based on the IP address and filename entered in the fields at the bottom of the Flash Download screen. to download using TFTP. RUNTIME. Section 5.22.3 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Flash Download Download Method: [TFTP]...

  • Page 122: Image File Download Using Tftp

    Set the 6H12X-08 to download to FLASH using TFTP as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Method field. Use the SPACE bar to select TFTP. Use the arrow keys to highlight the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field. 5-76 Section 5.15.4. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 123: Image File Download Using Runtime

    Set the IP address of the TFTP gateway server (this defaults to the same IP address as that set in the TFTP Gateway IP Addr field on the General Configuration screen). Use the arrow keys to highlight the Download Server IP field. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Flash Download Screen 5-77...

  • Page 124: Image File Download Using Bootp

    ENTER. The message “BOOTP DOWNLOAD. WILL COMMIT TO FLASH. REBOOT IN PROGRESS...” displays in the event message line at the top of the screen and the new image is downloaded into FLASH memory. 5-78 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 125: Port Redirect Function Screen

    Configuration screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the PORT REDIRECT FUNCTION menu item and press ENTER. The Port Redirect Function screen displays. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Port Redirect Function Screen for instructions on configuring the operational Figure 5-29...
  • Page 126 Allows a selected port [n] to be changed to a destination port. 5-80 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Port Redirect Function Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Destination Port --------------------- Destination Port [ 1] Errors [ ON] NEXT 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide XX.XX.XX Remap Errors ------------------- Status [ADD] RETURN RETURN EXIT 2269_22...

  • Page 127: Displaying The Source And Destination Entries

    Use the arrow keys to highlight the Destination Port field. Use the SPACE bar or BACKSPACE to step to the appropriate port number for the destination port. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Port Redirect Function Screen 5-81...

  • Page 128: Broadcast Suppression Screen

    Configuration screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the BROADCAST SUPPRESSION menu item and press ENTER. The Broadcast Suppression screen displays. 5-82 Figure 5-30 for instructions on configuring the operational 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide allows the user to set a...
  • Page 129 Reset Peak (Modifiable) Allows the user to reset the peak rate. The Time Since Peak field will also reset. The Reset Peak field toggles between YES and NO. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Broadcast Suppression Screen 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Broadcast Suppression...

  • Page 130: Setting The Threshold

    Press ENTER. The message “SAVED OK” is displayed. 5.24.2 Setting the Reset Peak Switch To set the Reset Peak Switch field to YES or NO, proceed as follows: Use the arrow keys to highlight the Reset Peak field for the selected port.

  • Page 131: Switch Statistics

    The RMON Statistics screen displays all the statistics gathered by the embedded RMON agent built into the 6H12X-08. For details, refer to Section 5.28. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Module Statistics Menu Screen 6H128-08 LOCAL MANAGEMENT Module Statistics Menu Firmware Revision: BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX...

  • Page 132: Switch Statistics Screen

    SECURE FAST VLAN. This screen may only be used by modules configured to operate as traditional or 802.1Q switches. Ports 7 and 8 on the Switch Statistics screen represent the optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules available for the 6H12X-08.

  • Page 133: Using The Clear Counters Command

    To reset all the statistics counters to zero, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the CLEAR COUNTERS field. Press ENTER, the counters of all the ports displayed are reset to zero. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Switch Statistics Screen Section 5.26.1.

  • Page 134: Interface Statistics Screen

    Last Change: Admin Status: Oper Status: MTU: Speed: Link Status: Duplex Mode: CLEAR COUNTERS shows the Interface field displaying 1. This 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure 5-33, Firmware Revision: XX.XX.XX BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX 00-00-00-00-00-00 xx days 00:00:00 1514 100000000...
  • Page 135 The InDiscards field displays the total number of inbound frames that were discarded, even though the frames contained no errors. This field may increment because the switch needed to free up buffer space, or the switch was being overutilized. InErrors (Read-only) This field displays the total number of inbound frames that have been...
  • Page 136 The OutDiscards field displays the total number of outbound frames that were discarded, even though the frames contained no errors. This field may increment, because the switch needed to free up buffer space, or the switch was being overutilized. OutErrors (Read-only) This field displays the total number of outbound frames discarded...

  • Page 137: Displaying Interface Statistics

    To reset all the statistics counters of the selected interface to zero, perform the following steps: Use the arrow keys to highlight the CLEAR COUNTERS command. Press ENTER, the counters for the selected interface are reset to zero. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Interface Statistics Screen Section 5.27.2.

  • Page 138: Rmon Statistics Screen

    BOOTPROM Revision: XX.XX.XX Owner: monitor Status: valid Total Packets: Total Octets: 64 Octets: 127 Octets: - 255 Octets: - 511 Octets: - 1023 Octets: 1024 - 1518 Octets: CLEAR COUNTERS EXIT 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure 5-34. XX.XX.XX RETURN 2269_65...
  • Page 139 Drop Events (Read-only) This field displays the total number of times that the RMON agent was forced to discard frames due to the lack of available switch resources. The Drop Events field does not display the number of frames NOTE dropped, it only displays the number of times that the RMON agent was forced to discard frames.
  • Page 140 64 bytes in length (excluding framing bits, but including FCS bytes). 65 - 127 Octets (Read-only) Displays the total number of frames, including bad frames, received that were between 65 and 127 bytes in length (excluding framing bits, but including FCS bytes). 5-94 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 141: Displaying Rmon Statistics

    Press the SPACE bar to increment (or press the DEL [delete] key or the BACKSPACE key to decrement) the index number. Press ENTER (neither the RMON Index field nor the statistics will change until ENTER is pressed). 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide RMON Statistics Screen Section Section 5.28.2.

  • Page 142: Using The Clear Counters Command

    SPECIAL: done, quit, or exit - Exit from the Network Tools. For help with a specific command, type 'help <command>'. -> Figure 5-35 Network Tools Help Screen 5-96 defroute reset link_trap 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure 5-35. 090829...
  • Page 143 The commands are presented in the following format: command: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Shows the required command format. It indicates where arguments, if any, must be specified. Briefly describes the command and its uses. Lists any additional fields in the appropriate format which may be added to the command.

  • Page 144: Built-In Commands

    -a Views cache data -d Deletes an IP address entry. Requires additional arguments: [Interface Number] [IP address] -s Adds a static entry. Requires additional arguments: [Interface Number] [IP address] [MAC address] -f Flushes the ARP cache 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 145 -> arp -s 1 22.44.2.3 00:00:0e:03:1d:3c -> arp -f bridge: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> bridge disable all -> bridge enable 1 -> bridge disable 1 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Network Address Physical Address 122.144.40.111 00.00.0e.12.3c.04 122.144.48.109 00.00.0e.f3.3d.14 122.144.52.68 00.00.0e.12.3c.04 122.144.21.43 00.00.0e.03.1d.3c...
  • Page 146 The netstat command must be used with one of the two display options. -i Displays status and capability information for each interface -r Displays routing information for each interface 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 05141-69...
  • Page 147 # Default Route DirectConnection # 134.141.0.0 DirectConnection # 134.141.0.0 DirectConnection ping: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> ping 122.144.40.10 122.144.40.10 is alive 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Speed Admin 10000000 1514 10000000 1514 10000000 1514 10000000 1514 Interface ping [IP address]...
  • Page 148 ARP caches, route tables, FIB tables, server tables, and interface tables. The number of valid entries in the table will be displayed at the end of the table display. Not Applicable 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide reset...
  • Page 149 Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> traceroute 122.144.11.52 # next-hop[0] : 122.144.60.45 # next-hop[1] : 122.144.8.113 # next-hop[2] : 122.144.61.45 # 122.144.11.52 is alive : 3 hops away. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide OperStatus Forwarding 1500 enabled enabled disabled 1500 disabled...
  • Page 150 The user must specify the remote host using its IP address. The [IP Address] field is mandatory. If no Port number is specified, telnet will attempt to contact the host at the default port. Not Applicable 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide s_reset...
  • Page 151 Link traps have been DISABLED on port 2 -> link_trap disable all Link traps have been DISABLED on all ports (1-8) -> link_trap status 3 Link traps are ENABLED on port 3 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide ->telnet 134.141.12.345 Trying 134.141.12.345 Connected to 134.141.12.345 SunOS UNIX (server1) login: link_trap [enable/disable/status] <PORT/all>...

  • Page 152: Special Commands

    5.29.2 Special Commands done, quit, exit: Syntax: Description: Options: Example: -> done 5-106 done The done command enables the user to exit from Network Tools and return to the Main Menu screen. Not Applicable 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 051472...

  • Page 153: A.3 Environmental Requirements

    This appendix provides operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 Interface Modules. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS Processor: Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM): FLASH Memory: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES...

  • Page 154: Input/Output Ports

    Data Terminal Ready (DTR) Request to Send (RTS) Clear to Send (CTS) Fast Ethernet (100BASE-FX compliant) with SC type connectors. 6H128-08 uses multimode fiber, and the 6H129-08 uses single mode fiber. Slots accept optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules: the FE100-TX,...

  • Page 155: A.6 Regulatory Compliance

    This equipment meets the following safety and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements: Safety Electromagnetic Compatibility 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Regulatory Compliance UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950, EN 60950, IEC 950 and 73/23/EEC FCC Part 15, EN 50082-1, EN 55022, VCCI V-3, CSA C108.8, AS/NZS 3548...
  • Page 156 Appendix A: Specifications 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 157: B.1 Fe-100Tx

    Twisted Pair (UTP) cabling, which has an impedance of 85 to 111 ohms. The slide switch on the FE-100TX determines the crossover status of the cable pairs. If the switch is on the over. If the switch is on the over.

  • Page 158: B.1.1 Auto-Negotiation

    If the device connected to the 6H12X-08 cannot auto-negotiate, the 6H12X-08 interface operates according to the capabilities of the other device. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 159: B.2 Fe-100Fx

    3 dB to the measurement to compare the measured values to the values listed above. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure B-2 uses an SC style connector that Figure B-2 FE-100FX...

  • Page 160: B.3 Fe-100F3

    Figure B-3 uses an SC style connector that below. Figure B-3 FE-100F3 Table B-2 Transmitter Power Worst Case Budget >10.0 dB >10.0 dB 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Typical Budget <10.0 dB <10.0 dB...

  • Page 161: C.2 Setting The Mode Switch

    Clear NVRAM and restore all user-entered parameters such as the IP address and subnet masks to the 6H12X-08 “default” configuration settings. • Clear user-entered passwords stored in NVRAM and restore the default passwords. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide APPENDIX C C.1) (Section C.2) (Section...
  • Page 162 Figure C-1 6H12X-08 Mode Switch Location/Component Layout Switch definitions and positions are as follows: • Switches 1 through 4 – For Cabletron Systems use only. • Switch 5 – COM Port Autobaud. The default (OFF) position enables Autobaud sensing on the COM port for Local Management sessions.

  • Page 163: Setting The Mode Switch

    NVRAM, and restores the default passwords. Once the 6H12X-08 resets, the passwords can either be reentered or the default passwords (Public and ENTER) may be used. Do not change the position of switch 8 unless it is necessary to NOTE reset the module super-user configured passwords to their factory default settings.

  • Page 164: Installing Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules

    Figure C-2 shows the location of the Fast Ethernet Interface Module connectors on the 6H12X-08 board for port slots 7 and 8. Optional Fast Ethernet Interface Modules Figure C-2 Fast Ethernet Interface Module Connector Location Connectors 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 165 To remove a coverplate, refer to Remove the two screws fastening the coverplate to the standoffs. Save the screws. Lift and remove the coverplate from the top of the front standoffs. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Figure C-3 and proceed as follows:...
  • Page 166 Figure C-4. Gently pull the faceplate of the 6H12X-08 forward to allow room for the Fast Ethernet Interface Modules to be aligned over the connector. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Rear Standoff Front Standoffs 2159-32...
  • Page 167 Ensure that the Fast Ethernet Interface Module seats flush on the standoffs. Secure the Fast Ethernet Interface Module with the screws saved in Step 1 Step Installation is complete. 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Module Module Connector Rear Standoff...
  • Page 168 Appendix C: Optional Installations and Mode Switch Bank Settings 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

  • Page 169: Index

    COM port Application SLIP, LM, PPP, UPS 5-54 Connecting to the network 3-5 Crossover switch B-1 Current switch utilization 5-73 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide INDEX Default gateway 5-42, 5-46 Download image file Using BootP 5-78 image file using RUNTIME 5-77...
  • Page 170 5-20 Switch address 5-63 Switch Configuration screen MAC address 5-64 port status 5-66 selecting the STA 5-65 state 5-64 status 5-64 Switch address 5-63 type of STA 5-63 System Resources screen current switch utilization 5-73 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...
  • Page 171 5-74 reset peak switch utilization 5-74 Trap table configuration 5-29, 5-61 Traps 5-29 Troubleshooting 4-1 checklist 4-6 Uninterruptible Power Supply COM configuration for 5-7 connection of 5-7 Unpacking the module 3-1 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide Index Index-3...
  • Page 172 Index Index-4 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide...

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