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TRMIM-22/24/42/44 TOKEN RING MEDIA INTERFACE MODULES INSTALLATION GUIDE CABLETRON SYSTEMS, P.O. Box 5005, Rochester, NH 03867-0505...
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Order Number: 9030257-02 October 92 FNB, Multi Media Access Center, Remote LANVIEW and LANVIEW are registered trademarks of Cabletron Systems, Inc. TRRMIM-A, TRRMIM-2A, TRRMIM-4A, TRMIM-22, TRMIM-24, TRMIM-42, TRMIM-44, Flexible Network Bus and MMAC are trademarks of Cabletron Systems, Inc. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines...
FCC NOTICE FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of 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 re- ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
TRMIM-42 , and TRMIM-44 . The TRMIM-22, TRMIM-24, TRMIM-42, and TRMIM-44 comprise a family of Token Ring Concentrator modules. The TRMIM-22 and TRMIM-24 provide 12 and 24 trunk coupling unit (TCU) ports, respectively, that support voice grade unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cabling.
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Systems’ built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system, are also included. 1.2 THE CONCENTRATOR MODULES The TRMIM-22, TRMIM-24, TRMIM-42, and TRMIM-44, shown in Figure 1-1, can be installed as a free standing token ring network or to provide UTP or STP connectivity to an existing token ring network.
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TRMIM-22 TRMIM-24 TOKEN RING TOKEN RING Figure 1-1. The TRMIM-22, TRMIM-24, TRMIM-42, and TRMIM-44 Token Ring Concentrator Modules Features of the concentrator module include: Number of Connections • TRMIM-22 • TRMIM-42 • TRMIM-24 • TRMIM-44 Multiple concentrator modules can be installed into an MMAC to increase the number of UTP/STP ports available on a token ring network.
INTRODUCTION Multiple Concentrator Modules Several concentrator modules can be installed into a single MMAC and configured as independent rings or linked together into a single ring network. Configuration guidelines can be found in Chapter 3, Installing the Concentrator Module. Multiple MMACs in a Ring Network Several MMACs can be connected into the same ring network by installing token ring concentrators (TRMIM-10R/20R with externally accessible Ring-In/Ring-Out ports) or token ring repeaters...
INTRODUCTION 1.3 RELATED MANUALS The manuals listed below should be used to supplement the procedures and other technical data provided in this manual. The procedures in them will be referenced, where appropriate, but will not be repeated. Cabletron Systems Multi Media Access Center Overview and Set Up Guide Cabletron Systems TRRMIM-A, TRRMIM-2A, &...
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INTRODUCTION 1.5 GETTING HELP If you need additional support related to the Cabletron Systems Token Ring products, or if you have any questions, comments or suggestions related to this manual, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support at: Cabletron Systems P. O. Box 5005 Rochester, NH 03867-0505 Phone: (603) 332-9400 Page 1-6...
2.1.1 Cable Specifications The media used for station (lobe) cabling depends on your specific concentrator module: • The TRMIM-22 and TRMIM-24 support voice grade UTP cable, as described in EIA Standard Proposal No. 1907-A, and IBM Type 3 UTP cabling. •...
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When connecting token ring devices that are not equipped with a Type 3 Media Filter to either of the active UTP concentrator modules (TRMIM-22/24), a Type 3 Media Filter, such as the Cabletron Systems TRMF (see Figure 2-1) or TRMF-2, must be installed in line with the lobe cable at the connection to token ring station.
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REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS STP CABLE TYPES Figure 2-1. Cabletron Systems TRMF Both STP (TRMIM-42 & 44) concentrator modules support IBM Type 1, 2, 6, and 9 STP cabling as described in Table 2-2. STP cabling must conform to the limits shown in Table 2-3. Table 2-2.
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REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS Attenuation and Impedance The maximum attenuation for specific STP cable types is shown in Table 2-3. The attenuation values include the attenuation of the cables, connectors, patch panels, and reflection losses due to impedance mismatches in the segment. Table 2-3. STP Cable Specifications Frequency Impedance Types 1 &...
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REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS Mixed Cable Types - If you mix cable types in your installation, you must compensate for the different cable attenuations. Type 6 and Type 9 cables can be run for only 2/3 the distance of Type 1. This means: 10 meters (Type 1) Sample Problem: Determine the maximum length for mixed cabling installation...
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REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS In addition to complying with the preceding cable specifications, the following recommendations should be followed to minimize errors and help to obtain optimum performance from your network: • UTP cabling should be free of splices, stubs or bridged taps. •...
REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS 2.2 MAXIMUM NUMBER OF STATIONS The maximum number of stations in a single ring, using STP lobe cabling is dependent on the ring speed. At 4 Mbit/s, up to 250 stations can be connected. At 16 Mbit/s, up to 136 stations can be connected.
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REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS The shield continuity is maintained by contacts within the female RJ-45 that contact the metallic casing of the male RJ-45 on the STP lobe cabling. Shielded patch cables that adapt a shielded RJ-45 to a Data Connector (MIC) are available from Cabletron Systems in eight foot lengths.
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Ring boards via the FNB, the ring order is in MMAC slot number order, and then port number order within each Token Ring board. Example: TRMIM-22 in slot 1 with ports 2, 5, 8, & 12 in use. TRMIM-22 in slot 2 with ports 1, 5, 7, 11, & 12 in use.
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2.3.5 General Specifications SAFETY WARNING: It is the responsibility of the person who sells the system to which the TRMIM-22/TRMIM-24/TRMIM-42/TRMIM-44 will be a part to ensure that the total system meets allowed limits of conducted and radiated emissions. This equipment is designed in accordance with UL478, UL910, NEC 725-2(b), CSA, IEC, TUV, VDE Class A, and meets FCC Part 15, Class A limits.
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REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS PHYSICAL Dimensions (includes front panel) Weight 13.4D x 11.5H x 2.0W inches (34.0D x 29.2H x 5.1W centimeters) 2 lbs. 2 oz. (963.9 grams) Page 2-11...
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INSTALLING THE CONCENTRATOR MODULE CHAPTER 3 INSTALLING THE CONCENTRATOR MODULE This chapter contains instructions for installing your concentrator module into a Cabletron Systems MMAC product and connecting token ring stations at the concentrator module’s trunk coupling unit (TCU) ports. Check that all requirements listed in Chapter 2, Installation Requirements/Specifications, have been met before installing and operating the concentrator module.
INSTALLING THE CONCENTRATOR MODULE NOTE: The FNB is a full-height, full-width backplane that links Cabletron Systems Token Ring products. MMAC-3s and MMAC-8s (without an FNB) can be upgraded with an FNB, providing greater flexibility in configuring your system. Contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support for more information.
INSTALLING THE CONCENTRATOR MODULE 3.2 CONFIGURING THE CONCENTRATOR MODULE 1. Position the hardware jumper on the proper pins on the concentrator module to select either 4 or 16 Mbit/s as the default network ring speed (see Figure 3-1). The speed setting is a factor in determining the maximum lobe length.
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INSTALLING THE CONCENTRATOR MODULE necessary signal crossover or null modem effect. Table 3-1 provides a cross-reference of pinouts for connections that may be encountered along the length of lobe cabling. Table 3-1. Connector Pinout Cross-reference Signal RJ-11 RJ-45 Name 6-pin modular 8-pin modular connector connector...
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A Type 3 Media Filter (see Figure 2-1), must be used when connecting the UTP lobe cable from either of the active UTP concentrator modules (TRMIM-22/24) to a token ring station that is not equipped with an internal filter. A Type 3 Media Filter, such as the Cabletron...
INSTALLING THE CONCENTRATOR MODULE Attaching the Lobe Cable at the Station Connect the stations to the concentrator module using a Type 3 patch cable. Attach one end of the patch cable at the wall plate and the other to the station port (see Figure 3-4). NOTE: A Type 3 Media Filter must be installed at the station end of the lobe cable when connecting UTP lobe cabling between an active UTP concentrator module and a token ring station without an internal...
TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 4 TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING This section contains procedures to verify that the connections between the concentrator module and the token ring stations are functioning properly. A description of the LANVIEW LEDs is also provided. 4.1 INSTALLATION CHECKOUT Perform the following to check the installation of the concentrator module: 1.
The LANVIEW LED locations are shown in Figure 4-1. While the TRMIM-24 is shown in the illustration, the locations and definitions apply to all four concentrator modules, except that for the TRMIM-22 and TRMIM-42, ports 13 through 24 and the LEDs associated with them are not present.
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TESTING AND TROUBLESHOOTING 16MB TRMIM-24 Figure 4-1. Concentrator Module LANVIEW LEDs • PEN - Port Enabled Status (Yellow - 12 or 24) indicates that the associated port is enabled by network management. A port that is enabled is set to permit insertion of the attached token ring station.
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