Site Requirements; Set Up The Device; Hardware Requirements - Cabletron Systems FRX6000 Installation & Setup Manual

Overview of Installation and Setup
When a Netlink FRX6000 is ordered, the customer and sales representative
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decide on the required components (cards, cables, etc.). Cards and software are
then installed before the node is shipped. This document describes the steps to
be taken at the customer site to set up an FRX6000.
The basic steps are as follows:
1. Set up the hardware – Unpack and set up the node and any peripheral
equipment (keyboard, monitor/terminal, etc.). Connect all cables.
2. Configure the video device – If using an ASCII terminal, set the operating
parameters. If using a VGA monitor, reconfigure an FRX6000 software
file.
3. (Only if the node has a Token Ring card) Configure the Token Ring card
if you need to change the default settings.
4. Check for Proper Operation – Switch on the node and any peripherals, and
check for proper operation.
5. Configure database records (described in the Netlink FRX4000 &
FRX6000 User Guide).

Site Requirements

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Environment: 41–104 F (5-40 C) and 20–80% humidity, non-condensing.
An AC power outlet of the appropriate voltage (115 or 230 VAC) must be
located within six feet of the device.
For adequate air flow, allow at least six inches of clearance at the rear and at
least two inches at the sides, front, and top. Provide enough space in the rear to
allow installation or removal of cables without moving the unit.
For reference, the chassis dimensions are:
In.: 19w, 16.9d, 7.0h (front panel is 19w)
Cm: 48.3w, 42.9d, 17.8h (front panel is 48.3w)

Hardware Requirements

Although a keyboard and video device are not necessary for normal operation,
they are required for initial configuration. An FRX6000 can use an ASCII ter-
minal or VGA monitor. The software is configured for an ASCII terminal with
a speed of 9600 bits per second. If you will be using a VGA monitor, or a ter-
minal with a speed other than 9600 bps, you must connect a keyboard and VGA
monitor to the node, in order to rerun part of the FRX6000 software installation
procedure to change the configuration. (Each FRX6000 is shipped with cabling
to allow connection to an ASCII terminal or PC with terminal emulation)
Installation & Setup Guide
Installation and Setup Procedure

Set Up the Device

1. Unpack and inspect the equipment. If there is evidence of physical
damage, contact the shipper. If parts are missing, contact your sales repre-
sentative.
2. Set up the equipment, noting the site requirements listed earlier in this
chapter. Make sure the voltage selection switch (shown in Figure 1) is set
correctly.
For guidance in placing equipment, standard cable lengths are:
Power cables = 5 feet
User interface cables = 5 feet
Auxiliary Console cables = 5 feet
VGA monitor-to-node cable = 4 feet
RLP to I/O box cable = 4 feet
Power Switch
Power
Cable
Connector
2
1
COM2 VGA Port COM1
LPT1
Voltage
LAN Adapter
Selection
Keyboard Connector
Switch
Figure 1 Rackmount Chassis, Rear View
The combinations of RLPs and LAN adapters might vary from
what is shown.
LAN adapter connectors are shown in Figure 2.
RLPs
FRX6000