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- Page 1 SmartStack STS-8SU External Stacker Unit & STS-SM Switch Matrix Installation User Guide...
- Page 2 Notice 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. The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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Page 3: Fcc Notice
FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. -
Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC European Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari European Representative Address: Cabletron Systems Limited Conformance to Directive(s)/Product Standards: EC Directive 89/336/EEC Equipment Type/Environment: Networking Equipment, for use We the undersigned, hereby declare, under our sole responsibility, that the equipment packaged with this notice conforms to the above directives. - Page 5 Notice...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Applying Power......25 STS-8SU External Stacker Unit Control Panels ..27 Front Panel . - Page 7 7. Getting in Touch With Technical Support Problem Report Form ..... . . 52 Appendix A. Abbreviations SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide...
- Page 8 Figure 10. Inserting a Secondary Module into the STS-8SU Stacker unit Chassis ....30 Figure 11. Inserting an SmartStack STS-LM Link Module ..33 Figure 12.
- Page 9 Table 5. Back Panel LEDs Table 6. Default Console Configuration Settings SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide ..... . 27 .
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Page 10: Overview And Specifications
This guide describes how to install and use the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit, a dedicated switch stacker unit that allows you to connect up to eight switches. Also described is the SmartStack STS-SM Switch Matrix, that can be installed in the STS-8SU Stacker to providing increased network reliability. -
Page 11: Smartstack Sts-Sm Switch Matrix
SmartStack STS-SM to operate, but has another slot available for a second unit. If two units are used, the SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker runs with an online (primary) unit installed in the left slot and an offline (secondary) unit installed in the right slot. -
Page 12: Features And Specifications
Features and Specifications This section lists the features and specifications for the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit. Features The SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker has the following features: • Eight I/O stack ports using 50-pin SCSI-2 type connectors (one per port) • 280 Mbps per port (full-duplex) •... -
Page 13: Specifications
Specifications See the following table for the SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker specification. Specification Rack mount Dimensions Power Frequency AC current rating Operating Temperature Non-operating Temperature Operating Humidity Non-operating Humidity Electromagnetic compatibility immunity Electromagnetic compatibility emission Safety Table 1. SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker Unit Specifications SmartStack STS-8SU &... -
Page 14: Switch Stacker Theory Of Operation
The discovery mode is used to sense if the switch is cabled to other switches or to the SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker Unit. If the switch discovers other switches, a stack is formed automatically. -
Page 15: Stack Features
• Hot-swapping of stack units — If a unit should fail, the other units continue operating as a stack. — Switches form or reform into the stack. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Stacker Theory of Operation... -
Page 16: Creating A Switch Stack
Creating a Switch Stack You can create a stack of up to eight switches using the SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker Unit. The following sections describe how this stack is formed. SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker Unit Description The STS-8SU Stacker unit is an eight-port switch matrix interface, that can connect up to eight SmartStack Token Ring switches. - Page 17 See “Provider of Inter-box Parameters” on page 11 for information on how to do this. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Stacker Theory of Operation...
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Page 18: Inter-Box Parameters
— VLAN Name — Parent VLAN — State — Ring Number — Bridging Mode — Max ARE Bridge Hop Count — Max STE Bridge Hop Count — TS Connection SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Stacker Theory of Operation... - Page 19 Password menu — All parameters on this menu. • Console Configuration menu — All parameters on this menu. • Syslog Daemon screen — All parameters on this screen. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Stacker Theory of Operation...
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Page 20: Provider Of Inter-Box Parameters
(is plugged into the lowest- numbered stacker link port on the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit) becomes the provider of the inter-box parameters. If the parameters are different in any of the... - Page 21 SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Stacker Theory of Operation...
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Page 22: Preparing For Installation
Warning: Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Read the installation instructions before you connect the system to its power source. To turn off the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit, you must disconnect the power cord. There is no ON/OFF switch. •... -
Page 23: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage
Caution: For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should be between 1 and 10 M . SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Preparing for Installation... -
Page 24: Site Requirements
40°C (104°F). To prevent airflow restriction, you must allow at least 7.6 cm (3”) of clearance around chassis openings for proper airflow. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Preparing for Installation... -
Page 25: Power
Warning: A voltage mismatch can cause equipment damage and may pose a fire hazard. If the voltage indicated on the label is different from the power outlet voltage, do not connect the chassis to that receptacle. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Preparing for Installation... -
Page 26: Package Contents
Visually examine the equipment and check the container for related parts and accessories. You should have the following items: • One SmartStack STS-8SU External Stacker Unit with one SmartStack STS- SM Switch Matrix installed. • One SmartStack STS-8SU External Stacker Unit—Installation and User Guide (this publication) •... - Page 27 SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Preparing for Installation...
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Page 28: Installation
SmartStack STS-8SU External Stacker Unit. Mounting the Chassis The STS-8SU External Stacker Unit can be mounted in any standard 19-inch rack or cabinet. The installation area should be near a power source and should have enough room around the front and back panels for cabling and access to controls. -
Page 29: Figure 2. Exposing The Rack Mounting Brackets
The following steps describe how to mount the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit in a rack or cabinet: 1. Remove the bracket covers on each side of the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit to expose the rack mounting brackets. Access the retaining screws by opening the cap on the front of each bracket cover. -
Page 30: Table-Mounting
Figure 3. Mounting the Switch Stacker in a Rack or Cabinet Table-Mounting The STS-8SU External Stacker Unit operates at a low noise level, which makes it suitable for a work area or almost anywhere with a large enough flat surface such as a table or desktop. -
Page 31: Cabling A Stack
Module for each switch. The connection is made through one of the eight I/O stack ports on the back panel of the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit to the I/O stack port on the SmartStack STS-LM installed in the back panel of each SmartStack Token Ring switch. -
Page 32: Figure 5. Connecting The Stack Port Cable To The Stack Link
SmartStack STS-LM Module (see Figure 5). Note: You cannot use the SmartStack STS-5SU Stacker Unit instead of the SmartStack STS-LM Module to form a stack with the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit. 3. Repeat these steps for each switch in the stack. -
Page 33: Figure 6. Back View Of The Switch Stacker Cabled To Eight Switches
Guide to Oper ations Box 5 Box 4 Box 3 Box 2 Box 1 Figure 6. Back View of the Switch Stacker Cabled to Eight Switches SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide ATTAC ATTAC ATTAC VOLTAGES ARNING TOP COVER MA ONL... -
Page 34: Checking The Installation
There are no user serviceable parts inside the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit or the SmartStack Token Ring switch. Any internal upgrades or service should be performed by qualified personnel only. - Page 35 3. Plug the male end of the power cord(s) into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 4. On the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit, verify that the POWER LED is on. If the LED does not turn on, check that the power outlet is functioning correctly.
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Page 36: Sts-8Su External Stacker Unit Control Panels
The following tables list and provide a description of the connectors, switches, push buttons, and status LEDs on the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit. Front Panel Table 2 and Table 3 list the front panel controls on the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit. Push Buttons... -
Page 37: Back Panel
Back Panel Table 4 and Table 5 list the back panel controls on the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit. Connectors Name P1 to P8 AC power connector Table 4. Back Panel Connectors Status LEDs Name P1 to P8 (unlabeled) Table 5. Back Panel LEDs... -
Page 38: Sts-Sm Switch Matrix
A SmartStack STS-SM Switch Matrix Unit can be installed in either or both slots of the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit. If a unit fails, it can be easily replaced by the user. The following describes the procedure for adding or replacing a SmartStack STS-SM Switch Matrix Unit. -
Page 39: Sts-Sm Switch Matrix Unit Operation
6. Connect the power cord to the unit. 7. To switch the unit online, press the ACTIVATE push button. Figure 10. Inserting a Secondary Unit into the STS-8SU Stacker unit Chassis STS-SM Switch Matrix Unit Operation There are two slots for the SmartStack STS-SM Switch Matrix Units in the STS- 8SU External Stacker: a primary slot (usually online), and a secondary slot (usually offline). -
Page 40: Automatic Switch-Over From A Smartstack Sts16-20Rm
The request is via a software controlled request line in the stack port link. If a switch-over is requested and the primary unit is online, the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit will switch to the secondary unit (if present). - Page 41 Both ACTIVATE push buttons pressed simultaneously—Whichever push button is pressed first will cause the unit to go online and force the other offline. In the unlikely case of a tie, the primary unit will go online. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Installation...
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Page 42: Installing A Smartstack Sts-Lm Link Module
The SmartStack STS-LM is a single-port interface module that is installed into the back panel of the switch. When two switches are connected together by the SmartStack STS-LM Module and the STS-8SU External Stacker Unit, the switches combine to form a stack. -
Page 43: Smartstack Sts-Lm Link Module Module Cables
SmartStack stacks. You cannot use a standard SCSI cable. Caution: To avoid bending pins, do not install the stacker link cable connector at an angle. Use extra care to insert the cable connector straight into the SmartStack STS-LM connector. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Installation... -
Page 44: Accessing Switch Management
These are typically the IP Address, SNMP Community, and Trap Receiver. Refer to the information on console and Telnet sessions in the documentation supplied with the SmartStack Token Ring Switches. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Accessing Switch Management... -
Page 45: Connecting The Console
4. At power on (cold boot), the switch performs a series of self-test diagnostics verifying that hardware components are functioning. An example of the self-test diagnostic screen is shown later in this chapter. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Accessing Switch Management... -
Page 46: Table 6. Default Console Configuration Settings
EGA/VGA true underline Terminal width ANSI 7 or 8 bit commands Microsoft Windows™ terminal emulation Table 6. Default Console Configuration Settings SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Value 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600 None None VT100... -
Page 47: Communication Problems
4. If you are using a terminal emulation program, try exiting the program and restarting. 5. If you still can not get the connection to work, see Chapter 7, “Getting in Touch With Technical Support”. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide , the key, and ALT-B BREAK key twice in rapid succession. -
Page 48: Diagnostic Screen
- Initializing Ports: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 29 - Initializing system address table SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Accessing Switch Management... - Page 49 Then release it and select Point 4. Clear the system password. This will clear both the Read-Only and the Read/Write password. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide ) to enter the main menu. The ENTER...
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Page 50: Switch Configuration
Console Configuration menu as explained later in this chapter. To open the Console Configuration menu from the main menu, select Configuration SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide . If you need to specify additional information for that ENTER... -
Page 51: Navigating Within The Menus
Unless specified differently, all the screens and menus are accessed in the same way. The following section describes the items on the main menu. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide and the main menu is presented. ENTER Password. -
Page 52: Main Menu Screen
See the user documentation supplied with the switch. Exit Console Highlighting this command and pressing greeting screen (on a Telnet session, this will cause the session to close). SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide will return the console to the ENTER Switch Configuration... -
Page 53: Configuration Menu
Configuration menu you can view and set the switch configuration parameters. Switch Configuration... Displays the Switch Configuration screen. See the following pages for details. For a description of the other menu items, see the documentation supplied with the switch. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Configuration... -
Page 54: Switch Configuration Screen
DRAM Installed Amount (in KB) of dynamic memory installed. Information in this field cannot be changed. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide key. A prompt appears near the bottom of the ENTER again enters that text. - Page 55 This MAC address is used for the Token Ring MAC protocol, and for the spanning tree protocol. The switch reserves 63 addresses for BRF (VLAN). SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide number Will be assigned Switch Base Address + 20 + port...
- Page 56 Ethernet networks and is also known as least significant bit first. Non-canonical is typically used in Token Ring networks and is also known as most significant bit first. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Configuration...
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Page 57: Stack Configuration Screen
Note: If you cannot set the Time of Day, the lithium battery may need replacing. If this is the case, contact your local reseller. Stack Configuration Screen To open this screen from the main menu, select Configuration Configuration Stack Configuration. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Switch Configuration... - Page 58 The default is 16 seconds. Stack State Whether the switch stacker is operational. Display only. Stack Connection Whether the SmartStack STS-8SU Stacker Unit is connected. Display only. SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Configuration...
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Page 60: Getting In Touch With Technical Support
Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known) • The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a recurring problem, etc.) • Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide http://www.cabletron.com/ (603) 332-9400 support@cabletron.com ftp://ftp.cabletron.com/ anonymous... -
Page 61: Problem Report Form
Operating system: Network OS: Driver name: Driver version: Company: ____________________________ Name: ______________________ Address: __________________________________________________________ Country: _______________________ Phone/Fax: ________________________ E-mail: _____________________ SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Switch Information Switch Configuration Adapter Information Getting in Touch With Technical Support... - Page 62 Problem Description Network Installation Sketch SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Getting in Touch With Technical Support...
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Page 64: Appendix A. Abbreviations
Electronic Industries Association EPROM Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory Electrostatic Discharge FDDI Fiber Distributed Data Interface Full-duplex Forwarding Half-duplex Local Area Network Light Emitting Diode Logical Link Control Learning Listening Media Access Control SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide... - Page 65 Shielded Twisted Pair Spanning Tree Protocol TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol TFTP Trivial File Transfer Protocol Token Passing Transmit Immediate Unshielded Twisted Pair VLAN Virtual LAN Virtual Trunk Protocol Wide Area Network SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide...
- Page 66 ESD wrist-strap safety features flash memory installed front panel details 6, 29, 30, 33 hot-swap SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide installation SmartStack STS-SM Switch Matrix installation preparation installationSTS-8SU External Stacker Unit inter-box parameters inter-box parameters, provider of...
- Page 67 CrossFire 8301 Units System Contact parameter System Location parameter System Name parameter system request button table mounting terminal settings Time of Day parameter warning electricity SmartStack STS-8SU & STS-SM Installation and User Guide Index...
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