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DECswitch 900EE Router
Installation and Configuration
Part Number: EK-DEBMP-DN.B01
December 1996
This book describes how to install and configure the DECswitch 900EE
module.
Revision/Update Information:
This is a revised document.

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  • Page 1 DECswitch 900EE Router Installation and Configuration Part Number: EK-DEBMP-DN.B01 December 1996 This book describes how to install and configure the DECswitch 900EE module. Revision/Update Information: This is a revised document.
  • Page 2 Digital Equipment Corporation makes no representations that the use of its products in the manner described in this publication will not infringe on existing or future patent rights, nor do the descriptions contained in this publication imply the granting of licenses to make, use, or sell equipment or software in accordance with the description.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    What is the DECswitch 900EE Router? ........
  • Page 4 EasyStart ..............1-8 2 Installing the Module Overview .
  • Page 5 [5] Configure Out-of-Band Port ..........4-13 [1] Set Port Speed .
  • Page 6 Assigning Frame Types to VLANs ..........6-9 Assigning IPX Encapsulation to VLAN Ports .
  • Page 7 10BaseT (8-pin MJ) Port Connector..........B-2 AUI (15-pin D-Sub) Port Connector .
  • Page 8 Table C-2 Connectors on the DECswitch 900EE ........
  • Page 9: Preface

    Overview Purpose of This Document This manual describes how to install the DECswitch 900EE Router in a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch or a DEChub ONE docking station. This manual also describes how to configure the DECswitch 900EE Router software to operate in either a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch or as a standalone module in a DEChub ONE docking station.
  • Page 10: Organization

    Organization Organization This manual is organized as follows. Chapter Description Provides an overview of the DECswitch 900EE Router and describes its features. Describes front and back panel features and provides instructions for installing the module in a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch.
  • Page 11: Conventions

    Conventions Conventions Overview This book uses the following conventions. Convention Description Bold Boldface type in example indicates user input. This special type in examples indicates system output or user Special Type output. <Return> Indicates that you should press the Return key.
  • Page 12: Associated Documents

    Associated Documents Associated Documents The following documents provide information relating to the module. To order any of the following documents, refer to the directions at the end of this preface. Title and Order Description Number Bridging Describes bridging methods, operational features of Configuration bridging, configuration methods and basic Guide...
  • Page 13 Associated Documents Title and Order Description Number SNA Configuration Describes SNA configuration. Guide AA-QU5SB-TE DEChub 900 Provides installation, use, security, and troubleshooting MultiSwitch Owner’s information for the DEChub 900 MultiSwitch. Manual EK-DH2MS-OM DEChub ONE Provides installation and operation guidelines for Installation standalone module configuration, including mounting EK-DEHU2-IN...
  • Page 14: Correspondence

    To read the Bulletin Board System, set your modem to 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit and dial 508-486-5777 (U.S.) The Digital Equipment Corporation Network Products Business Home Page on the World Wide Web is located at the following addresses: North America: http://www.networks.digital.com...
  • Page 15: How To Order Additional Documentation

    P.O. Box CS2008 Puerto Rico) Nashua, New Hampshire 03061 (Place prepaid orders from Puerto Rico with the local Digital subsidiary: 809-754-7575) By Mail DIGITAL EQUIPMENT of CANADA LTD. (Canada) 940 Belfast Road Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1G 4C2 Attn.: A&SG Business Manager Internationally DIGITAL EQUIPMENT CORPORATION Attn.: A&SG Business Manager...
  • Page 17: Safety

    Safety Overview Any warning or caution that appears in this manual is defined as follows:. WARNING Contains information to prevent personal injury. CAUTION Contains information to prevent damage to equipment. VORSICHT Enthält Informationen, die beachtet werden müssen um den Benutzer vor Schaden zu bewahren. ACHTUNG Enthält Informationen, die beachtet werden müssen um die Gerate vor Schaden zu bewahren...
  • Page 18 The cautions that must be observed for the hardware described in this manual are listed below in English, German, French, and Spanish. CAUTION This action deletes all configured settings and replaces them with factory default values. All configuration settings will be lost. ACHTUNG Bei diesem Vorgang werden alle Konfigurationseinstellungen gelöscht und die...
  • Page 19: Product Description

    Chapter 1 Product Description Overview Introduction This chapter describes the DECswitch 900EE Router product and its features. In this chapter Topic Page What is the DECswitch 900EE Router? Features Product Description 1-1...
  • Page 20: What Is The Decswitch 900Ee Router

    What is the DECswitch 900EE Router? What is the DECswitch 900EE Router? The DECswitch 900EE Router (also referred to in this manual as the module) provides multiprotocol routing and switching. This module interconnects networks that have both routable and nonroutable protocols. It routes some protocols while switching others.
  • Page 21: Features

    Features Features Your DECswitch 900EE Router module includes the following features. Hot Swap The module’s hot swap capability allows you to install or remove the module from a DEChub 900 without turning off the power. Configuration and Management The following configuration and management options are available: •...
  • Page 22: Routing Protocols

    Features Routing Protocols The following routing protocols are supported: • IP protocols, which are as follows: –– OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) –– RIP (Routing Information Protocol) –– BGP-4 (Border Gateway Protocol) –– EGP (Exterior Gateway Protocol) –– IS-IS (Integrated Intermediate System to Intermediate System) ––...
  • Page 23: Virtual Lan Support

    Features Virtual LAN Support The DECswitch 900EE can bridge a protocol within a virtual LAN while concurrently routing the protocol between virtual LANs. A virtual LAN (VLAN) is a set of switch ports. A port can be a member of only one VLAN.
  • Page 24: Ethernet

    DEChub 900 backplane ThinWire LAN segment via the clearVISN MultiChassis Manager. When the module is installed into a DEChub ONE docking station, you can configure either the DEChub ONE’s AUI port or the DECswitch 900EE’s (front panel) Port 3 as an active Ethernet Interface. Each of the ports is individually switchable to a DEChub 900 backplane LAN through the clearVISN MultiChassis Manager.
  • Page 25: Snmp

    Features SNMP The complete MIB-II is provided with the exception of ifInNUcastPkts, ifOUtNUcastPkts, and the TCP group. SNMP Gets and Traps are supported for the following RFCs. • Structure and Identification of Management Information for TCP/IP-based Internets (RFC 1155) • SNMP management (RFC 1157) •...
  • Page 26: Easystart

    Features EasyStart EasyStart is a feature that allows you to downline load configuration files that are stored on a central server. The configuration files are identified by the MAC address of a LAN interface on the Router. Using EasyStart eliminates the need for an initial configuration via the console port. When the module is booted, it autoconfigures all interfaces and sends out requests to load its configuration file.
  • Page 27: Installing The Module

    This chapter describes the front and back panel components of the DECswitch 900EE Router and tells you how to install the DECswitch 900EE Router in a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch. To install a module in a DEChub ONE docking station refer to the DEChub ONE Installation manual.
  • Page 28: Module Components

    Module Components Module Components The LED indicators and connectors on the front panel (Figure 2-1) of the DECswitch 900EE Router are described in Table 2-1. Table 2-1: Front Panel LED and Connectors Item Icon Name Description Power Indicates the module has power. Module Indicates the module passed self-test.
  • Page 29: Figure 2-1 Front Panel

    Module Components Figure 2-1: Front Panel LKG-9549-95F Installing the Module 2-3...
  • Page 30: Back Panel Features

    Back Panel Features Back Panel Features The features on the back panel (Figure 2-2) of the DECswitch 900EE Router are listed in Table 2-2. Table 2-2: Back Panel Feature Descriptions Item Name Description Locking tab Locks the module into the DEChub 900 and engages the power switch.
  • Page 31: Figure 2-2 Back Panel Layout

    Back Panel Features Figure 2-2: Back Panel Layout NPG-9723-95F Installing the Module 2-5...
  • Page 32: Installing The Module In A Dechub 900

    Installing the Module in a DEChub 900 Installing the Module in a DEChub 900 The DECswitch 900EE Router hot-swap feature allows you to install the module into the DEChub 900 without turning off power. Seating the module initiates the module’s powerup sequence if enough power is available.
  • Page 33: Task 1: Compare The Power Ratings

    Task 1: Compare the Power Ratings Task 1: Compare the Power Ratings Compare the module’s power ratings (1) with the values shown in the Hub Manager Status display (2) (see Figure 2-3). If the power values on the module’s manufacturing label do not exceed the values shown in the Hub Manager status display, go to Task 2.
  • Page 34: Task 2: Seat The Module Into The Dechub 900

    Task 2: Seat the Module into the DEChub 900 Task 2: Seat the Module into the DEChub 900 To seat the module, perform the following steps (refer to Figure 2-4). Step Action Place the module’s mounting tab into a mounting slot (1) on the DEChub 900.
  • Page 35: Task 3: Verify Initial Led Operation

    After the module completes self-test, the Module OK LED lights and remains lit. Then the Hub Manager status display shows: Slot <slot-number> DECswitch 900EE up. NOTE Refer to Appendix A, Problem Solving if the LEDs do not operate as described.
  • Page 36: Task 4: Connect The Cables

    Task 4: Connect the Cables Task 4: Connect the Cables Depending on your network configuration requirements, connect the appropriate AUI cables and UTP/STP cables. See your network manager if you are not sure which cables to connect. NOTE All cables should be installed, tested, and tagged at the site, prior to this installation.
  • Page 37: Task 4 (Cont.): Connect The Aui Cable

    Task 4: Connect the Cables Task 4 (Cont.): Connect the AUI Cable To connect the AUI cable, complete the following steps (see Figure 2-5). Step Action Remove the loopback plug (if present) from the module’s AUI connector and from the AUI cable plug. Push the module’s AUI connector slide latch up (1) to the unlocked position.
  • Page 38: Task 4 (Cont.): Connecting The Utp/Stp Cable

    Task 4: Connect the Cables Task 4 (Cont.): Connecting the UTP/STP Cable The DECswitch 900EE Router module uses straight-through 10BaseT (8-pin MJ) port connectors. Select the appropriate UTP/STP cable type (crossover or straight-through) to ensure that the module’s transmit/receive signals connect correctly to the transmitter/receiver of the connected device.
  • Page 39: Figure 2-6 Utp/Stp Cable Connection

    Task 4: Connect the Cables To connect the UTP/STP cables, complete the following steps (see Figure 2-6). Step Action Align the release tab on the cable plug (1) with the keyway on the module’s 10BaseT port connector. Insert the plug into the connector (2), ensuring that the release tab snaps into the locked position.
  • Page 41: Installing The Setup Port Cable

    Chapter 3 Installing the Setup Port Cable Overview Introduction This chapter describes how to connect the DECswitch 900EE Router module to the setup port on a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch or a DEChub ONE docking station. In this chapter Topic Page...
  • Page 42: Signaling Standards

    Signaling Standards Signaling Standards Signals from the DEChub 900 Hub setup port and from the DEChub ONE docking station setup port conform to the EIA-232D signaling standard at 9600 baud. To the user, the port appears as a data terminal equipment (DTE) device. 3-2 Installing the Setup Port Cable...
  • Page 43: Setup Port Device Cabling

    Setup Port Device Cabling Setup Port Device Cabling The setup port (see Figure 3-1) on the DEChub 900 MultiSwitch or the DEChub ONE docking station can be connected to a setup port device (a terminal or personal computer), using the following cables and adapters: If the setup port Use this cable With this adapter...
  • Page 44: Connecting The Setup Port

    Connecting the Setup Port Connecting the Setup Port To connect the setup port on the DECswitch 900EE module, complete the following steps: Step Action Ensure that the transmit and receive baud rates on the setup port device are set to the following values:...
  • Page 45: Figure 3-1 Device, Cable And Connector Identification

    Connecting the Setup Port Figure 3-1: Device, Cable and Connector Identification DEChub ONE DEChub 900 Multiswitch DEChub ONE-MX H8571-J BN24H H8575-A NPG-0020-95F After all cables are connected, go to one of the following sections. Go to Configure the Router in a DEChub ONE Chapter 4 Configure the Router in a DEChub 900 Chapter 5...
  • Page 47: Configuring The Module In A Standalone Unit

    Chapter 4 Configuring the Module in a Standalone Unit Overview Introduction This chapter describes how to setup and configure your DECswitch 900EE Router when it is installed as a standalone unit. In this chapter Topic Page Accessing the Setup Port...
  • Page 48: Accessing The Setup Port

    The setup port provides menus that allow you to access the DECswitch 900EE Router. These menus allow you to setup the module for basic connectivity. After the initial setup, you can configure the module software using a command-based interface.
  • Page 49: Using Menus To Setup The Module

    Using Menus to Setup the Module Using Menus to Setup the Module This section describes the options that are available from the DECswitch 900EE/ MP INSTALLATION MENU when the module is installed in the DEChub ONE docking station. When the module powers up, the EasyStart feature begins to run. See the Distributed Routing Software guides for more information.
  • Page 50 Using Menus to Setup the Module If the module was previously configured, or it is configured for any non-IP protocol and without bridging, the following menu options are available. DECswitch900EE/MP ================================================================== DECswitch900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU ************************************************************** To fully manage this device telnet to one of the following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
  • Page 51: Restart With Factory Defaults

    EasyStart messages may appear on the console device. See the Distributed Routing Software guides for more information about the EasyStart feature. The DECswitch 900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU menu appears. Configuring the Module in a Standalone Unit 4-5...
  • Page 52: Restart With Current Settings

    [2] Restart with Current Settings [2] Restart with Current Settings This option restarts the module but leaves the module’s configured nonvolatile configuration storage parameters at their current values. The module should restart in less than one minute. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection: DECswitch900EE/MP =============================================================...
  • Page 53: Show Current Settings

    [3] Show Current Settings [3] Show Current Settings This option shows the module’s current settings. If the module is being configured for the first time, some of the fields will be blank. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection : 3 DECswitch900EE/MP ===================================================================...
  • Page 54: Configure Ip

    [4] Configure IP . . . [4] Configure IP . . . The IP Configuration option provides you with 5 selections. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection: 4 DECswitch900EE/MP ================================================================== IP CONFIGURATION * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Configuration will not take effect until module is *restarted.
  • Page 55: Set Snmp Read/Write Community

    [4] Configure IP . . . [1] Set SNMP Read/Write Community This option prompts you to enter the module’s SNMP read/write community name. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection: DECswitch900EE/MP ================================================================== SET SNMP READ/WRITE COMMUNITY Format: The format for a community name is a string, consisting of 4 to 31 printable ASCII characters, that describes the relationship between an SNMP...
  • Page 56: Set In-Band Interface Ip Address

    [4] Configure IP . . . [2] Set In-Band Interface IP Address This option prompts you to change or enter the IP address and subnet mask for the in- band interface. You can only configure one in-band interface at a time. The module does not need to be configured with a subnet mask for SNMP and Telnet communications with management stations located on the same subnet as the module.
  • Page 57: Set Out-Of-Band Interface Ip Address

    DEChub ONE docking station as an alternative to normal in-band management. To enable out-of-band management, you need to assign an OBM IP address and select an OBM port speed from the DECswitch 900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU. The module does not need to be configured with a subnet mask for SNMP and Telnet communications with management stations located on the same subnet as the module.
  • Page 58: Set Default Gateway

    [4] Configure IP . . . [4] Set Default Gateway This option sets the default gateway address, if necessary, for the in-band interface. This is the address of a router that the module will use when communicating with a remote host. The default gateway address must be an address in the same subnet as your in-band address.
  • Page 59: Configure Out-Of-Band Port

    [5] Configure Out-of-Band Port . . . [5] Configure Out-of-Band Port . . . This option lets you set the out-of-band port speed. NOTE The port speeds at both ends of the communications link must be identical. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection: 5 DECswitch900EE/MP ==================================================================...
  • Page 60: Set Port Speed

    [5] Configure Out-of-Band Port . . . [1] Set Port Speed This option lets you select the out-of-band port speed. The factory default for this option is 9600 baud. The OBM port speed that you select must match the speed of your OBM device.
  • Page 61: Go To Local Console

    If you type RESTART at the Config (only)> prompt, the following message appears: Are you sure you want to restart the gateway? (Yes [No]): Enter yes to proceed.The DECswitch 900EE/MP Installation Menu is then displayed. Configuring the Module in a Standalone Unit 4-15...
  • Page 62: Go To Local Console (Commands)

    Go To Local Console [3] Go To Local Console (Commands) If you have configured the module, then the following installation menu appears. Select [3] Go To Local Console to modify the configuration or to monitor the module. DECswitch900EE/MP ========================================================== DECswitch900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * To fully manage this router Telnet to one of its IP addresses or select item [3] below.
  • Page 63: Configuring The Module In A Dechub 900

    Chapter 5 Configuring the Module in a DEChub 900 Overview Introduction This chapter describes how to configure your DECswitch 900EE Router when it resides in a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch. In this chapter Topic Page Accessing the Setup Port DEChub 900 MultiSwitch Installation Menu...
  • Page 64: Accessing The Setup Port

    The setup port provides menus that allow you to access the DECswitch 900EE Router. These menus allow you to setup the module for basic connectivity. After the initial setup, you can configure the module software using a command-based interface.
  • Page 65 Boldface type in the screen display examples indicates user input. To access the setup menus, press the Return key on the setup port device until the DECswitch 900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU appears. To configure the module using Go to the section titled...
  • Page 66: Dechub 900 Multiswitch Installation Menu

    DEChub 900 MultiSwitch Installation Menu DEChub 900 MultiSwitch Installation Menu The following screen is an example of the DEChub 900 MultiSwitch INSTALLATION MENU. To access the module’s set up screen, you must choose option [9] Start Redirect Mode. DEChub 900 MultiSwitch ============================================================= DEChub 900 MultiSwitch INSTALLATION MENU Reset with Factory Defaults...
  • Page 67: Start Redirect Mode

    900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU, the screen display prompts you for a slot number (8) as shown in the following example. After you enter the number of the slot in which the DECswitch 900EE Router is installed, the console is redirected to this slot.
  • Page 68: Using Menus To Setup The Module

    Using Menus to Setup the Module Using Menus to Setup the Module This section describes the options that are available from the DECswitch 900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU when the module is installed in the DEChub 900 MultiSwitch. NOTE The /MP that appears in menus will be replaced with /IP when using the Internet Protocol package.
  • Page 69 DECswitch900EE/MP - slot 8 ============================================================= DECswitch 900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * To fully manage this router telnet to one of the * following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
  • Page 70: Restart With Factory Defaults

    [1] Restart with Factory Defaults [1] Restart with Factory Defaults This option restarts the module, causing the module’s configured nonvolatile configuration storage parameters to be initialized to factory default values. (To retain current values, use option [2] Restart with Current Settings.) Allow approximately one minute for the module to restart and complete self-test.
  • Page 71: Restart With Current Settings

    [2] Restart with Current Settings [2] Restart with Current Settings This option restarts the module but leaves the module’s configured nonvolatile configuration storage parameters at their current values. NOTE Allow approximately 1 minute for the module to Restart. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection: DECswitch900EE/MP - slot 8 =============================================================...
  • Page 72: Show Current Settings

    [3] Show Current Settings [3] Show Current Settings This option shows the module’s current settings. If the module is being configured for the first time, some of the fields will be blank. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection : 3 DECswitch900EE/MP - slot 8 =================================================================...
  • Page 73: Ip Configuration

    [4] IP Configuration [4] IP Configuration The IP Configuration option provides you with 5 selections. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection: 4 DECswitch900EE/MP - slot 8 ================================================================== IP CONFIGURATION * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Configuration will not take effect until module is *restarted.
  • Page 74: Set Snmp Read/Write Community

    [4] IP Configuration [1] Set SNMP Read/Write Community This option prompts you to enter the module’s read/write community name. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option. Enter selection: DECswitch900EE/MP - slot 8 ================================================================== SET SNMP READ/WRITE COMMUNITY Format: The format for a community name is a string, consisting of 4 to 31 printable ASCII characters, that describes the relationship between an SNMP...
  • Page 75: Set In-Band Interface Ip Address

    [4] IP Configuration [2] Set In-Band Interface IP Address This option prompts you to change or enter the IP address and subnet mask for the in- band interface. The module does not need to be configured with a subnet mask for SNMP communications with management stations located on the same subnet as the module.
  • Page 76: Set Out-Of-Band Interface Ip Address

    [4] IP Configuration [3] Set Out-of-Band Interface IP Address This option prompts you to change or enter the IP address and subnet mask for the out- of-band interface. The module does not need to be configured with a subnet mask for SNMP communications with management stations located on the same subnet as the module.
  • Page 77: Set Default Gateway

    [4] IP Configuration [4] Set Default Gateway This option sets the default gateway, if necessary. This is the address of a router that the module will use when communicating to a remote host. The default gateway address must be in the same subnet as your in-band address. The following example shows the dialog associated with this option.
  • Page 78: Go To Local Console

    Go to Local Console Go to Local Console This option lets you configure the module.You must configure the module before it is operational. The Go to Local Console option provides two different configuration methods, depending on whether the module has been setup with factory defaults or has been previously configured.
  • Page 79: Go To Local Console (Qconfig)

    DECswitch900EE/MP - slot 8 ============================================================= DECswitch 900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * To fully manage this router telnet to one of the * following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
  • Page 80: Go To Local Console (Commands)

    DECswitch900EE/MP - slot 8 ============================================================= DECswitch 900EE/MP INSTALLATION MENU * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * To fully manage this router telnet to one of the * following IP addresses or select item [3] below.
  • Page 81: Configuration Commands

    Chapter 6 Configuration Commands Overview Introduction After you have installed the DECswitch 900EE Router, you will need to configure the following. • Ethernet Port • OBM Port • VLAN Interfaces The instructions provided in this chapter describe how to setup and configure these ports and interfaces.
  • Page 82: Accessing Configuration Commands

    Accessing Configuration Commands Accessing Configuration Commands This section describes configuration commands that are unique to the DECswitch 900EE Router. To begin configuring the module, at the * prompt enter the following command: * talk 6 To configure the module using CONFIG commands, refer to the following sections. Option Page Configuring Ethernet Port Connection...
  • Page 83: Configuring Ethernet Port Connection

    Configuring Ethernet Port Connection Configuring Ethernet Port Connection You can configure Ethernet port 4 only if the module is configured in a DEChub ONE. To configure Ethernet Port 4 for front (connector on the front of the module) or back (connector on the DEChub ONE) connection, perform the following steps when prompted:.
  • Page 84: Configuring Obm Port

    Configuring OBM Port Configuring OBM Port You can configure the OBM port only if the module is configured in a DEChub ONE. To set the OBM IP address and speed perform the following steps when prompted: Step Action Config> set obm ip OBM address: [0.0.0.0]? 16.40.156.20 This is the out-of-band management port IP address.
  • Page 85: Configuring Virtual Lans

    Configuring Virtual LANs Configuring Virtual LANs To create a virtual LAN, you must complete the following tasks: 1) Create a VLAN, providing a name and a list of bridge ports that will be included in the VLAN. A virtual interface (VI) number and a VLAN number are assigned to the VLAN.
  • Page 86: Creating, Deleting, And Modifying Vlans

    Configuring Virtual LANs Creating, Deleting, and Modifying VLANs This section describes how to create, delete, and modify the Virtual LANs. The maximum number of VLANs is 7. The maximum number of ports is 7. To configure the virtual LAN interface, perform the following steps when prompted: Step Action Config>...
  • Page 87: (Help)

    Configuring Virtual LANs ? (Help) Use ? to obtain a list of available commands. You can also type ? after specific command names to obtain a listing of the options available for that command. Example create vlan Math_dept ? Create The Create command builds a VLAN by assigning to it a name and a list of bridge ports.
  • Page 88: Modify

    Configuring Virtual LANs Example delete vlan Math_dept VLAN 3 deleted (VI number 8) Example delete vlan 4 VLAN 4 deleted (VI number 9) Modify The Modify command modifies a VLAN’s name and port list. Specify the VLAN either by its name or number. Syntax modify vlan number | name new-name new-port-list new-name must be a maximum of 32 ASCII characters, including at least one...
  • Page 89: Assigning Frame Types To Vlans

    Configuring Virtual LANs Example list vlan 4 Name Ports VI Number 4 Sci_dept Example list vlan all Name Ports VI Number 1 Unconfigured 1, 2, 5, 6 4 Sci_dept Assigning Frame Types to VLANs You must assign a frame type to each VLAN interface that you create. To assign a frame type to a VLAN, perform the following steps when prompted: Step Action...
  • Page 90: Assigning Ipx Encapsulation To Vlan Ports

    Configuring Virtual LANs Frame Type Description Use If VLAN Contains..ETHERNET_SNAP Uses the 802.2 format with a SNAP header. Ethernet ports only. This encapsulation type is meant to be compatible with token ring SNAP encapsulation. However, it violates IEEE standards and is not interoperable across conformant bridges.
  • Page 91: Monitoring Commands

    Overview Introduction This chapter describes commands used to monitor your DECswitch 900EE Router when it is installed in either a standalone unit DEChub ONE docking station or a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch. You should only use this chapter if the module has been previously configured.
  • Page 92: Accessing Monitoring Commands

    Listing All Interfaces Monitoring Ethernet Port Connection Monitoring Virtual Interfaces Other monitoring commands that are used in the DECswitch 900EE Router can be found in the Network Interface Operating Guide. To Exit Monitor Mode To exit monitor mode and return to the * prompt, type control/p at the + prompt.
  • Page 93: Listing All Interfaces

    Listing All Interfaces Listing All Interfaces To get a list of all interfaces (maximum of 13) in the module, perform the following step when prompted:. Step Action + int A list of interfaces and their type (Ethernet or virtual LAN) appears. The listing includes information about the number of self-tests and maintenance tests each interface has passed or failed.
  • Page 94: Monitoring Ethernet Port Connection

    Monitoring Ethernet Port Connection Monitoring Ethernet Port Connection To monitor an Ethernet port connection, perform the following step when prompted:. Step Action + int ethernet-interface-number Where ethernet-interface-number is one of the valid Ethernet interfaces 1 - 6. The following example shows a typical Ethernet configuration. + int 2 Self-Test Self-Test...
  • Page 95: Monitoring Virtual Interfaces

    Monitoring Virtual Interfaces Monitoring Virtual Interfaces Displaying VLAN Configurations To display a VLAN connection, perform the following step when prompted:. Step Action + int virtual-interface-number Where virtual-interface-number is a valid VI number from 7 - 13. The following example shows a typical VLAN configuration. + int 8 Self-Test Self-Test...
  • Page 96: Listing Vlan Connections

    Monitoring Virtual Interfaces Listing VLAN Connections To list one or more VLANs, complete the following steps when prompted: Step Action + p asrt ASRT> vlan VLAN> list vlan vlan-number or list all Where vlan-number is the number assigned to the VLAN when it was first created.
  • Page 97: Listing A Virtual Interface

    Monitoring Virtual Interfaces Listing a Virtual Interface To list information about a virtual interface, perform the following steps when prompted: Step Action Config> net vlan-interface-number Where vlan-interface-number is a valid VLAN number from 7-13. VI Config> list The following is an example of the information that is displayed. VI number: VLAN number (name): 2 (Eng_dept) IPX Encapsulation:...
  • Page 99: Removing The Module

    Removing the Module Overview Introduction This chapter describes how to remove the DECswitch 900EE Router from a DEChub 900 MultiSwitch. To remove the DECswitch 900EE Router from a standalone module, refer to the DEChub ONE Installation manual. In this chapter...
  • Page 100: Removing The Cables

    Removing the Cables Removing the Cables To remove cables from the module, complete the step in the following table that is appropriate for your type of cable (see Figure 8-1). Step Action AUI cables, push the connector slide latch up (1) to the unlocked position, then pull out the cable.
  • Page 101: Unseating The Module

    Unseating the Module Unseating the Module To unseat the module from the DEChub 900, complete the following steps (see Figure 8-2). Step Action Lift the release lever (1) located at the top of the DEChub 900 slot. While holding up the release lever (2), pivot the module back on its bottom mounting tab (3).
  • Page 103: A Problem Solving

    Appendix A Problem Solving Overview Introduction This appendix describes how to diagnose and solve problems with the module using the LED displays. In this appendix Topic Page LED Descriptions Problem Solving Using LEDs Problem Solving A-1...
  • Page 104: Led Descriptions

    LED Descriptions LED Descriptions The module’s LEDs provide dynamic indications of the status of the module. The LEDs can be in various states (on, off, or flashing), and can change color (green or yellow) depending on the operational status of the module or the level of activity on the network.
  • Page 105: Table A-1 Module Led States

    LED Descriptions Table A-1 shows the states that are possible for each of the module’s LEDs. Table A-1: Module LED States On (Yellow) Flashing Name (Green) Power No power to Module module. receiving power. Passed Non-fatal Module Self-test failed (if self-test failure.
  • Page 106: Problem Solving Using Leds

    Problem Solving Using LEDs Problem Solving Using LEDs When diagnosing a problem with the module, note that the problem is often indicated by the combined states of the module’s LEDs. Table A-3 lists the typical combined states of the LEDs for various error conditions that can occur during initial installation of the device, along with probable causes and corrective actions to take.
  • Page 107 Problem Solving Using LEDs Symptom Probable Cause Corrective Action Port State LED is off. 1. Connection is bad Correct the cable connection. (loose, or incorrect cable). 2. Port not None — normal operation. connected. Port State LED is on Port failure. Either replace the module or contact your yellow.
  • Page 109: B Connector And Pin Assignments

    Appendix B Connector and Pin Assignments Overview Introduction This appendix shows the pin assignments of the connectors, cables, and adapters that are part of, or can be used with, the module. In This Chapter Topic Page Connector Assignments Internal and External Crossover Configurations Connector and Pin Assignments B-1...
  • Page 110: Connector Assignments

    Connector Assignments Connector Assignments 10BaseT (8-pin MJ) Port Connector This section shows the 8-pin MJ (straight-through) connector and its pin assignments. Table B-1: 10BaseT Port Connector Pin Assignments Pin No. Assignment Unused Unused Unused Unused NOTE All 10BaseT port connectors on the module are straight-through connections. Figure B-1: 10BaseT Port Connector NPG-8719-95F B-2 Connector and Pin Assignments...
  • Page 111: Aui (15-Pin D-Sub) Port Connector

    Connector Assignments AUI (15-pin D-Sub) Port Connector This section shows the 15-pin AUI connector and its pin assignments. Table B-2: AUI Port Connector Pin No. Port Ground Ground Power rtn Ground Ground Power 12V Ground Connector and Pin Assignments B-3...
  • Page 112: H8571-J Adapter

    Connector Assignments Figure B-2: AUI Port Connector NPG-0222-95F H8571-J Adapter This section shows the H8571-J adapter (6-pin MMJ to 9-pin D-Sub connector) and its pin assignments. Figure B-3: H8571-J Adapter 9D-Sub(F) 6MMJ NPG-5342-95F B-4 Connector and Pin Assignments...
  • Page 113: H8575-A Adapter

    Connector Assignments H8575-A Adapter This section shows the H8575-A adapter (6-pin MMJ connector to 25-pin D-Sub connector) and its pin assignments. Figure B-4: H8575-A Adapter 25 D-Sub(F) 6 MMJ H8575-A NPG-8793-95F NOTE EOS/ESD protection devices are not shown in the illustration. Connector and Pin Assignments B-5...
  • Page 114: Internal And External Crossover Configurations

    (2) for connecting crossover (3) and straight-through (4) types of devices. Figure B-6 shows straight-through cables (1) for connecting these devices. The DECswitch 900EE Router uses straight-through connectors. If screened cabling is required, use BN26M. Figure B-5: External Crossover Configurations...
  • Page 115: C Product Specifications

    Appendix C Product Specifications Overview Introduction This appendix lists the operating specifications and the acoustical specifications for the DECswitch 900EE Router. In this appendix Topic Page Operating Specifications Connectors Acoustical Specifications Product Specifications C-1...
  • Page 116: Operating Specifications

    Operating Specifications Operating Specifications Table C-1 lists the product specifications for the module. Table C-1: Product Specifications Parameter Specification Environment 5° C to 50° C (41 ° F to 122 ° F) Operating Temperature Relative Humidity 10% to 95% noncondensing Altitude •...
  • Page 117 Operating Specifications Parameter Specification Shock (Class A/B for products 10 G / 10 ms half sine pulse in three weighing under 100 lbs) orthogonal axes Vibration (Class C) 5 to 200 Hz sine sweep @ 0.25 G limited by 0.02" (0.5mm) displacement DA* 200 to 500 Hz sine sweep @ 0.10 G Certification...
  • Page 118: Connectors

    Connectors Connectors Table C-2 lists connectors on the DECswitch 900EE. Table C-2: Connectors on the DECswitch 900EE Connectors Quantity 15-pin D-Sub (AUI ports) Shielded 10BaseT (8-pin MJ) ports with straight through connectors Table C-3 lists connectors on the DEChub ONE.
  • Page 119: Acoustical Specifications

    DECswitch 900EE & DEChub ONE DEBMP-MA + DEHUA Current values for specific configurations are available from Digital Equipment Corporation representa- tives. 1 B = 10 dBA Schallemissionswerte Werteangaben nach ISO 9296 und ISO 7779/DIN EN27779 Table C-5: Aktuelle Werte für spezielle Produkt...
  • Page 121: Index

    Index Numbers DEChub ONE-MX C-4 DECswitch 900EE C-4 10BaseT connector 2-2 2-12 160-pin connector 2-4 48-pin connector 2-4 DEChub 900 installation menu options Go to Local Console 5-16 IP Configuration 5-11 Acoustical specifications C-5 Restart with Current Settings 5-9 German C-5...
  • Page 122 Frame translation 1-6 humidity C-2 Front panel components 2-2 power C-2 shock C-3 temperature C-2 vibration C-3 H8571-A adapter B-4 H8585-A adapter B-5 Hot swap 1-3 Packet translation 1-6 Port switching 1-6 Power ratings 2-7 Installation menu 4-3 Product specifications C-2 Interfaces Protocols listing 7-3...
  • Page 123 Restart with Factory Defaults 4-5 Show Current Settings 4-7 Standalone IP configuration options Set Default Gateway 4-12 Set In-Band Interface IP Address 4-10 Set Out-of-Band Interface IP Address 4-11 Set SNMP Read/Write Community 4-9 UTP/STP cable connecting 2-12 Virtual interface (VI) listing 7-7 Virtual interface (VI) number 6-7 Virtual LAN (VLAN) number 6-7...

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