Cabletron systems user guide 2h22-08r smartswitch 2208 (158 pages)
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INSTALLATION GUIDE ESX-1320 MULTI PORT ETHERNET SWITCH FDSE ™ LANVIEW ® WITH DISPLAY RESET COM 2 COM 1 ESX-1380 MULTI PORT ETHERNET SWITCH FDSE ™ LANVIEW ® WITH DISPLAY RESET COM 2 COM 1 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 RECEIVE TRANSMIT PORT 9 10 11 12...
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.
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.
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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. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
EN 55022 EN 50082-1 EN 60950 Networking Equipment, for use in a Commercial or Light Industrial Environment. Legal Representative in Europe Mr. J. Solari ___________________________________ Full Name Managing Director - E.M.E.A. ___________________________________ Title Newbury, Berkshire, England ___________________________________ Location ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
Connecting to the Power Source ... 3-16 Pre-Network Installation Test ... 3-17 Connecting to the Network ... 3-19 3.9.1 Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment to the ESX-1320 . 3-19 3.9.2 Connecting a 10BASE-F Segment to the ESX-1380 ... 3-21 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
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COM Port 1 and COM Port 2 ... A-1 Environmental Requirements... A-2 Regulatory... A-2 Physical Properties ... A-2 Electrical Specifications ... A-2 APPENDIX B ETHERNET CABLING REQUIREMENTS Network Requirements ... B-1 10BASE-T Twisted Pair Network ... B-1 Multimode Fiber Optic Network... B-3 INDEX ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
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The ESX-1320 and ESX-1380 Ethernet Workgroup Switches, shown in Figure 1-1, are standalone network switch devices. Except for the difference in the network media supported (ESX-1320, RJ45 Twisted Pair ports and ESX-1380, Multimode Fiber Optic ST ports), the two ESX switches are identical in operation.
The ESX complies to the PLUS Architecture with Dual Intel i960 RISC processors and provides advanced management capabilities such as SNMP, RMON, and DLM. The ESX provides the option of using Cabletron Systems Distributed LAN Monitor (DLM) software to locally poll and monitor any SNMP or IP device. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
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Features Connectivity The ESX-1320 switch connects to the external Ethernet networks or workstations through the 12 standard RJ45 connectors on its front panel. The RJ45 connectors (interface ports) support Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) and Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) cabling at lengths up to 100 meters.
The ESX supports a wide variety of industry standard MIBs including RFC 1213 (MIB II), RFC 1757 (RMON), and RFC 1493 (Bridge MIB). A full suite of Cabletron Systems Enterprise MIBs provide a wide array of statistical information to enhance troubleshooting.
RELATED MANUALS The following manuals may help the user to control and manage the ESX using SNMP network management systems. Cabletron Systems ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Local Management Guide Cabletron Systems SPECTRUM Element Manager Cabletron Systems SPECTRUM and SPECTRUM Portable Management Applications (SPMA) manuals...
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• Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known) • The serial and revision numbers of all Cabletron Systems products in the network • The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a recurring problem, etc.)
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS This chapter provides descriptions of the controls and indicators for the ESX-1320 and ESX-1380 Ethernet Workgroup Switches shown in Figure 2-1. ESX-1320 MULTI PORT ETHERNET SWITCH FDSE ™ LANVIEW ® WITH DISPLAY RESET COM 2 COM 1...
• Cabletron Systems Local Management • Cabletron Systems SPECTRUM • Cabletron Systems SPECTRUM Element Manager for Windows • Cabletron Systems Remote SPECTRUM Portable Management Applications • Third Party SNMP compliant Network Management Packages Network management capabilities provide the necessary management tools for the ESX to operate at full capacity.
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To set a port for full duplex operation using MIB Navigator, proceed as follows: 1. Access Local Management as described in the ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Local Management Guide. 2. Select MIB Navigator via the Local Management Main Menu screen. MIBNav -> 3. Enter the following commands (shown in bold type) at the prompt as shown below: MIBNav ->...
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Chapter 2: Controls and Indicators ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
Pre-network installation testing (Section 3.8) • Connecting to a network (Section 3.9) Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures. For information on how to install an optional BRIM, refer to your NOTE specific BRIM documentation. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION...
ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide • ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Local Management Guide 3. If any of these items are missing, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support immediately. For help, refer to Section 1.5. 4. Carefully remove the ESX from the shipping box. 5. Visually inspect the ESX. If there are any signs of damage, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support immediately.
REMOVING THE CHASSIS COVER This section describes how to remove the ESX chassis cover. The chassis cover must be removed to install a BRIM, set the mode switch bank, or install SIMM memory upgrades. Do not remove the cover from the ESX when power is applied to the unit.
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RESET COM 2 COM 1 Figure 3-2 Removing the Mounting Brackets 19-Inch Rack RECEIVE TRANSMIT PORT 9 10 11 12 Screws (4) Rack Mounting Brackets (2) RECEIVE TRANSMIT PORT 9 10 11 12 Screws (4) ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 1574-05 1574-06...
To reinstall the chassis cover, perform the removal procedures in reverse order. SETTING MODE SWITCHES Never adjust switch settings while the ESX has power applied to it. Not only is this dangerous, but the change in position activates the switch function only after reinstalling or cycling power to the ESX.
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Chapter 3: Installation ESX TOP VIEW WITHOUT COVER SDRAM FLASH BRIM NVRAM RESET Switch LDRAM ESX Front Panel Mode Switch Bank 15741-08 Figure 3-4 ESX Mode Switch Location/Component Layout ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
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Once the ESX is reset, the community names can either be reentered or the default settings (“public” or <Return>) may be used. Do not change the position of switch 8 unless it is necessary to NOTE reset the ESX community names to their factory default settings.
Otherwise, injury or damage to the ESX may occur. To change the NVRAM reset switch position, use a non-metallic tool to reach in through the chassis grillwork and move the switch. There is no need to remove the chassis cover to set the NVRAM reset switch.
The ESX allows memory upgrades for Shared DRAM, Local DRAM, and FLASH EEPROM. This section explains how to locate and add/replace a Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM) for any of these memory types. Cabletron Systems currently offers an 8 MB upgrade for Local and Shared DRAM (Part Number 8MB-SCM-UGK-60). 3.5.1 Locating SIMMs Each memory type has a specific SIMM slot location on the ESX...
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4. Pivot the SIMM down until it locks into the clips in the SIMM slot, and the SIMM holes fit over the SIMM slot posts. SIMM Slot Connector Teeth SIMM Figure 3-6 Installing a FLASH SIMM 3-10 SIMM Slot Post SIMM Hole ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Clips 1574-10...
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4. Pivot the SIMM back until it locks into the clips in the SIMM slot, and the SIMM holes fit over the SIMM slot posts. (See Figure 3-7.) SIMM Hole SIMM Slot Figure 3-7 Installing an SDRAM or LDRAM SIMM ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Connector Clip SIMM Upgrades SIMM Connector...
Section 3.7.2 describes the rackmount installation. To prevent possible personal injury and/or damage to the unit, do NOT connect power to the ESX until instructed to do so. 3-12 BRIM ESX Front Panel ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide BRIM Connector 1574-28...
In order to allow for proper cooling, there must be a two-inch clearance on either side and the back of the unit. CAUTION 18 IN. ESX-1320 6 IN. DISPLAY Figure 3-9 Tabletop or Shelf Installation ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 21 IN. MULTI PORT ETHERNET SWITCH FDSE ™ LANVIEW ® WITH RECEIVE TRANSMIT...
Chapter 3: Installation 3.7.2 Rackmount Installation To install the ESX in a 19-inch rack, Cabletron Systems includes an accessory kit containing the rackmount brackets, mounting screws for attaching the rackmount brackets to the ESX chassis, and a strain-relief bracket for cable management. Screws to mount the ESX to the rack rails are provided by the user.
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MULTI PORT ETHERNET SWITCH ESX-1320 FDSE ™ LANVIEW ® WITH DISPLAY RESET COM 2 COM 1 Figure 3-11 Installing the Rack Mounting Brackets ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide LANVIEW ® RECEIVE TRANSMIT 9 10 11 12 PORT COM 1 Screws (4) Rack Mounting Brackets (2)
ON (green) and the CPU LED turns ON (green) briefly. While booting, the ESX displays boot diagnostics and NOTE messages on Local Management, and the LCD also displays messages. 3-16 19-Inch Rack RECEIVE TRANSMIT 9 10 11 12 PORT Screws (4) ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 1574-05...
If the ESX does not boot successfully, all transmit LEDs flash amber for several seconds. If the CPU LED is not green, contact Cabletron Systems for assistance. Refer to Chapter 1, Getting Help. PRE-NETWORK INSTALLATION TEST Before connecting the ESX to a live network, you may want to test the ESX in a controlled situation to ensure that it is switching packets.
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(refer to individual workstation manuals for instructions on assigning server/client relationships). 5. Send packets between the two workstations to verify the proper operation of the ESX. If a failure occurs, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. Refer to Chapter 1, Getting Help. ESX-1320 MULTI PORT ETHERNET SWITCH FDSE ™...
The procedures for connecting segments to the ESX BRIM slot are detailed in the appropriate BRIM Installation Guide. To connect the ESX-1320 to the network, proceed to Section 3.9.1. To connect the ESX-1380 to a network, proceed to Section 3.9.2.
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Appendix B. If a link is not established, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. (Refer to Chapter 1, Getting Help). 3. Repeat step 2, above, until all connections to the ESX-1320 have been made. 3-20 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
The receive strand of the applicable port on the module connects to the transmit port of the fiber optic Ethernet device. Cabletron Systems recommends labeling fiber optic cables to indicate receive and transmit ends. Many cables are prelabeled, providing matching labels or tapes at both ends of each strand of cable.
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Appendix B. If you are still unable to establish a link, attempt to make the connection between the devices with another fiber optic cable. If this is unsuccessful, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. 3-22 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide 1098-13...
LCD and the RESET button. USING LANVIEW The ESX uses the Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system called LANVIEW. With LANVIEW, you can quickly scan the LANVIEW LEDs (Figure 4-1) of the ESX to observe network status or diagnose network problems.
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Blinking. Port in standby. Flashing to constantly on. Indicates collision rate. Solid. Port disabled. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Error Condition Recommended Action Turn power on. Contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. Contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support for assistance.
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Table 4-1 LANVIEW LEDs (Continued) Color Receive Green Yellow ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Description Port enabled, no activity. Solid. Port enabled, link, no activity. Flashing. Indicates receive activity. Solid. No link, port disabled. Blinking. Link but port disabled. Using LANVIEW Error Condition Recommended Action No error.
Refer to ESX Local Management Guide for proper console port pinouts. Refer to ESX Local Management Guide for Community Name Table setup. Refer to ESX Local Management Guide for IP address assignment procedure. Enable port. Check link to device. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
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RESET button parameters to reset to is pressed. factory default settings. NVRAM may be defective. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Troubleshooting Checklist Recommended Action Discuss these configurations with Cabletron Systems Technical Support before implementing them into your network.
The RESET button shown in Figure 4-2 initializes the ESX processor without affecting the NVRAM. The RESET button may be used in conjunction with the NOTE NVRAM reset switch (not shown) to also initialize the NVRAM as described in Section 3.4. MULTI PORT ETHERNET SWITCH ESX-1320 FDSE ™...
System Messages • Failure or Error Messages * *These messages are displayed as an associated event occurs and are not saved to be displayed later using the DISPLAY button. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide FDSE ™ LANVIEW ® COM 1 Using the LCD...
DISPLAY button. To Display the Messages With the product name (e.g., CABLETRON ESX-1320) displayed, momentarily press the DISPLAY button to step to the first message. Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the next message is displayed until the last message.
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Displays Auto for the Baud Rate for COM 1 Port. Displays the current function of the COM 1 Port. Displays Auto for the Baud Rate for COM 2 port. Displays the current function of the COM 2 Port. ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
From the product name display Press and hold the DISPLAY button for 3 seconds while the product name (e.g., CABLETRON ESX-1320) is displayed. When the button is released, the display steps to the first of the saved Alarm Messages described in Table 4-4. Thereafter, each time you press the DISPLAY button, the next message is displayed.
Displays the individual link status of ports 1 through 13. Displays the individual link status of ports 1 through 13. Indicates if a Switch port is in stand-by. Individually for ports 1 through 13. Indicates if a Switch port is on-line. Individually for ports 1 through 13.
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From the product name display Press and hold the DISPLAY button for 3 seconds while the product name (e.g., CABLETRON ESX-1320) is displayed. When the button is released, the display steps to the Alarm Messages. Then press and hold the DISPLAY button for another 3 seconds. When the button is released, the display steps to the first of the saved System Messages.
This appendix provides the operating specifications for the Cabletron Systems ESX. Cabletron Systems reserves the right to change these specifications at any time without notice. FUNCTIONALITY FLASH Memory: Shared Sonic Memory: Internal Processor: NVRAM: Ethernet Controller: CPU Memory: COM PORT 1 AND COM PORT 2...
FCC Part 15, VCCI Class 1, EN 55022, EN 50082-1, and 89/336/EEC 7.11H x 43.18W x 34.29D (cm) 2.8H x 17W x 13.5D (in) 3.18 kg (7 lb) 100-125 V~ / 4.0 A 200-250 V~ / 2.0 A Single-phase 50/60 Hz ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
Refer to the sections which follow that apply to your specific network configuration. 10BASE-T TWISTED PAIR NETWORK When connecting a 10BASE-T segment to the ESX-1320, ensure the network meets the following requirements: • Length: The IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T standard requires that 10BASE-T devices transmit over a 100 meter (328 foot) link using 22-24 AWG unshielded twisted pair wire.
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• Impedance: Cabletron Systems 10BASE-T products work on twisted pair cable with 75 to 165 ohms impedance. Unshielded twisted pair cables typically have an impedance of between 85 and 110 ohms. You can also use Shielded Twisted Pair cables, such as IBM Type 1 cable, but keep in mind that this cable has an impedance of 150 ohms.
• Length: The maximum possible multimode fiber optic cable length is 2 km (1.24 miles). However, IEEE 802.3 FOIRL specifications specify a maximum of 1 km (0.62 miles). ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Multimode Fiber Optic Network...
COM ports pin assignments of A-1 Connectivity ESX-1320 1-3 ESX-1380 1-3 Controls and indicators location of 2-1 Crosstalk B-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide INDEX Electrical specifications A-2 Electromagnetic Compatibility A-2 Environmental requirements A-2 functionality A-1 installation of 3-12 management 1-4 memory 1-3...
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Processor. See i960 RISC processor Propagation delay B-2, B-3 Rackmount installation of 3-14 Regulatory electromagnetic compatibility A-2 safety A-2 RESET button using the 4-6 Safety A-2 SDRAM SIMM installation of 3-11 Setting port operation for simplex or duplex 2-3 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
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Specifications A-1 Switching, types supported 1-4 Tabletop or shelf installation 3-13 Troubleshooting using LANVIEW LEDs for 4-1 using LCD messages for 4-7 using the checklist for 4-4 Twisted pair connection of 3-19 Unpacking the ESX 3-2 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide Index Index-3...
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Index Index-4 ESX-1320/ESX-1380 Installation Guide...
The mains cord used with this equipment must be a 2 conductor plus ground type with minimum 0.75 mm square conductors and must incorporate a standard IEC appliance coupler on one end and a mains plug on the other end which is suitable for the use and application of the product and that is approved for use in the country of application.
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