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IBM 3745 Connection And Integration Manual

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  • Page 1 SA33-0129-11 3745 Communication Controller All Models 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Model 900 Connection and Integration Guide...
  • Page 3 SA33-0129-11 3745 Communication Controller All Models 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Model 900 Connection and Integration Guide...
  • Page 4 PO Box 12195 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-9990 When you send information to IBM, you grant IBM a non-exclusive right to use or distribute the information in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.  Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1988, 2003. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ........Part 1. Connecting Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables ..
  • Page 6 Characteristics of LIC Types 11, 12, and 16 ....Maximum Configuration of a 3745 with a 3746-900 ... . .
  • Page 7 ......Customer Documentation for the IBM 3745 (Models 210, 310, 410, 610, 21A, 31A, 41A, and 61A), and 3746 (Model 900) .
  • Page 8 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 9: Figures

    Figures 1-1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A Base Frame Rear View ... . 1-2. Four Possible Configurations of Area A ....
  • Page 10 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 11: Tables

    ......C-1. Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models x10 and x1A, and 3746 Model 900 ......
  • Page 12 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 13: Notices

    IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM’s product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any of IBM’s...

  • Page 14: Electronic Emission Notices

    Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.

  • Page 15: Korean Communications Statement

    Trademarks and Service Marks The following terms, denoted by an asterisk (*), used in this publication, are trademarks or service marks of IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries: Advanced Peer-to-Peer APPN...

  • Page 16: Safety

    These interface adapters, supplied by IBM, do not use or contain excessive voltages. An excessive voltage is one that exceeds 42.4 V peak ac or 60 V dc. They interface with the IBM 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Model 900 using Safety Extra Low Voltages (SELV) only.

  • Page 17: About This Guide

    Expansion Unit (Models A11, A12, L13, L14, and L15) that may be installed. 3745 Model A Refers to the IBM 3745 (Models 17A, 21A, 31A, 41A and 61A) with any Expansion Unit (Models A11, A12, L13, L14, L15, or 900).

  • Page 18: How This Guide Is Organized

    The on-line information (help, guides and other materials) for: The Maintenance and Operator Sub-System - Extended (MOSS-E) The Controller Configuration and Management (CCM) The Multiaccess Enclosure Management (IBM 2216 base) The APPN/HPR and IP control points functions The TCP/IP environment.

  • Page 19: Where To Find More Information

    Where to Find More Information “Customer Documentation for the IBM 3745 (Models 210, 310, 410, 610, 21A, 31A, 41A, and 61A), and 3746 (Model 900)” on page C-1 “Additional Customer Documentation for the IBM 3745 Models 130, 150, 160, 170, and 17A”...
  • Page 20 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 21 These procedures are performed at initial installation and during later modifications of your 3745, 3745 Models A and 3746-900. Initial installation refers to the first installation of your 3745, 3745 Models A and 3746-900 or its re-installation after moving the machine. This is done with the help of the IBM service representative.
  • Page 22 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 23 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables This chapter gives all the procedures for the 3745 (Models 210 to 61A) hardware connection tasks. If this is the initial installation of your communication controller, the following cabling order is recommended: 1.
  • Page 24 CDF. 2. Labels Before the initial installation all external cables from DTEs/DCEs to the 3745 must be labeled. Use the information on the plugging sheets normally stored in the Preparing for Connection, GA33-0127, or the Migration and Planning Guide, GA33-0183.
  • Page 25 Open the door of the 3745 unit by pushing in and turning the screws (X in this figure) using the special door key. 3746-L15 3746-L14 3746-L13 3745 Base Unit LIC Unit LIC Unit LIC Unit Control Panel Lines 0768 Lines...
  • Page 26 Step Locating non-LIC connectors Locate the area of the non-LIC connectors. See Figure 1-1. Figure 1-1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A Base Frame Rear View Area A has communication line connectors for: High-speed scanners Token-ring adapters Ethernet LAN adapters. Area B has the service cables connectors for:...

  • Page 27: Four Possible Configurations Of Area A

    ELA/TRA Figure 1-2. Four Possible Configurations of Area A The numbers are the line numbers of the connectors. Your 3745 may not be exactly the same: it may not be fully populated and may have a different mixture of communication lines.
  • Page 28 “Removing or Installing the Customer Power Control (CPC) Cable” on page 1-18. Remote/Alternate DCE for RSF Console Operator Console Customer Power Local Operator Console Control (CPC) Figure 1-3. 3745 Models 210 to 610: Service Connectors 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 29 To attach your communication controller to the Ethernet LAN, the SQE TEST switch on the MAU must be set to ENABLE. If this is not done when you connect the AUI to the 3745, operation of the Ethernet LAN may be interrupted. Step Starting Before beginning, you must first do the procedure “Getting Started”...
  • Page 30 It may require a lot of force to move it. 2. Pull out the plug. If you are not plugging in an AUI, go to Step 6 on page 1-11. Otherwise, continue with the next step. 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 31 1. Locate a cable with a label. Find the port that matches the cable. ESD Plate 2. Slide the latch to the right (the open padlock position). 3. Hold the cable connector so that its longest side is downward. Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 32 It may require a lot of force to move it. 6. To check that the cable is locked in place, move the cable connector from side-to-side while trying to pull it out of the 3745 ELA connector. Do not jerk on the cable.
  • Page 33 Unplugging or Plugging In a Token-Ring Adapter (TRA) Cable If you have a 3745 Model A without a 3746-900 attached Do not use this procedure to make changes to the cable that connects the 3745 to the token-ring LAN used by the service processor. These are IBM service representative tasks.
  • Page 34 You must perform the Upgrade procedure in “Upgrading or Updating CDF” on page 5-7. You can either do it now and continue with the next step or later when you have finished all your connection procedures. 1-12 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 35 Repeat this step for every HSS cable to be unplugged. If you are not plugging in an HSS cable, go to Step 4 on page 1-14 Otherwise, continue with the next step. 1-13 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 36 Ask the host operator to activate any lines plugged in. Notes: a. The line number is the same as the port number. b. If you have installed a link-attached 3745, make sure that the link IPL port cables are connected before attempting an IPL. Step...
  • Page 37 Unfasten the ground cable clamp. This cable clamp is fixed on the bottom of the frame in one of the three holes. b. Remove the cable by squeezing the levers and pulling out the plug. ESD Plate 1-15 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 38 If you have not done the procedure “Getting Started” on page 1-2, do so now. If you are only plugging in the RSF cable, go to Step 3 on page 1-17. Otherwise, continue with the next step. 1-16 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 39 (ESDs) to ground. d. Hold the plug of the cable with the green side lever upward, squeeze both side levers, and push the plug strongly into the port connector. 1-17 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 40 Removing or Installing the Customer Power Control (CPC) Cable Note: The CPC cable and connector are not provided by IBM, and, therefore, are not shown here; neither are given the details of securing the CPC cable in place.
  • Page 41 The line number is the same as the LIC port number. For LIC types 1, 3, and 4: There are up to four lines per LIC. 1-19 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 42 Repeat this step for every LIC cable to be removed. Unplugging LIC types 1, 3, and 4 Cable Remove the cable by squeezing the side levers and pulling out the plug. ESD Plate Green Lever 1-20 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 43 Turn the knob clockwise to lock the LIC in place. For LIC types 5 and 6, refer to the LIC5/6 Migration and Integration Guide, SA33-0416 or earlier version of the Connection and Integration Guide, SA33-0129. 1-21 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 44 Step Plugging in LIC cable At initial installation, the following order is recommended: 3745 Base or 3746 Expansion Unit. Start with the Top Row of LICs and Work Towards the Bottom: LIC Unit. Start with the Right-Hand LIC and Work Towards the Left: LIC.
  • Page 45 Plugging In LIC Types 5 and 6 Cables Refer to the LIC5/6 Migration and Integration Guide, SA33-0416 or earlier version of the Connection and Integration Guide, SA33-0129. 1-23 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 46 If you are only installing or replacing a LIC type 1, 3, or 4, go to the next step. If you are only replacing a LIC cable, go to Step 13 on page 1-25. 1-24 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 47 You have finished this procedure Do no more steps. If you have no other connection procedures to do, close and lock the door using the special door key. 1-25 Chapter 1. 3745 Models 210 to 61A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 48 1-26 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 49 Chapter 2. 3745 Models 130 to 17A: Connecting LICs and Cables This chapter gives all the procedures for the 3745 (Models 130, 150, 160,170, and 17A) hardware connection task. If this is the initial installation of your communication controller, the following cabling order is recommended: 1.
  • Page 50 Step Opening the door Open the rear door of the 3745 unit by pushing in and turning the screws using the special door key. If you want to work with the LICs, go to “Removing or Installing a Line Interface Coupler (LIC) or Its Cable”...

  • Page 51: Non-Lic Connector Location

    “Unplugging or Plugging In the Remote Support Facility (RSF) Cable” on page 2-11 “Removing or Installing the Customer Power Control (CPC) Cable” on page 2-12. For communication lines, continue with the next step. Chapter 2. 3745 Models 130 to 17A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 52 Before beginning, you must first do the procedure “Getting Started” on page 2-2. There is a locking latch attached to the 3745 ELA connector. It is hard to see as it is between the cable connector and the 3745. In this procedure you may have to depend on feeling the latch with your fingertips rather than seeing it.
  • Page 53 It may require a lot of force to move it. 3. Pull out the plug. If you are going to plug in a new cable, continue with the next step. Otherwise, go to Step 5 on page 2-7. Chapter 2. 3745 Models 130 to 17A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 54 ESD Plate 3. Locate the port. 1061 1063 1060 1062 4. Plug in the new Ethernet cable and lock it in place by sliding the latch down and to the right (the closed padlock position). 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 55 Unplugging or Plugging In a Token-Ring Adapter (TRA) Cable If you have a 3745 Model A without a 3746-900 attached Do not use this procedure to make changes to the cable that connects the 3745 to the token-ring LAN used by the service processor. These are IBM service representative tasks.
  • Page 56 1031 1030 Repeat this step for every HSS cable to be unplugged. If you are not plugging in an HSS cable, go to Step 4 on page 2-9. Otherwise, continue with the next step. 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 57 Step Activating the line Ask the host operator to activate any lines that were plugged in. Note: If you have installed a link-attached 3745, make sure that the link IPL port cables are connected before attempting an IPL. Step You have finished this task Close and lock the door using the special door key.
  • Page 58 Note: The cable clamp serves to reduce the possibility of radio frequency interference that might be caused by the operating machine. Proper installation of the cable clamp is necessary to meet FCC requirements and to conduct electrostatic discharges to ground. 2-10 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 59 RSF REMOTE LOCAL If you are going to plug in a new cable, continue with the next step. Otherwise, go to Step 4 on page 2-12. 2-11 Chapter 2. 3745 Models 130 to 17A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 60 Close and lock the door using the special door key. Removing or Installing the Customer Power Control (CPC) Cable Note: The CPC cable and connector are not provided by IBM, and, therefore, are not shown here; neither are the details of securing the CPC cable in place given.
  • Page 61 Board 4, when installed, is always a LIB type 2, which can be equipped with LIC type 5 and 6 (features no longer available). Board 3 may be either a LIB type 1 or a LIB type 2. 2-13 Chapter 2. 3745 Models 130 to 17A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 62 Note: For board 3, if a LIB type 1 is installed, use the figures that are not in parentheses for the port numbers; for a LIB type 2 (no longer available from IBM), use the figures in parentheses. If you are only installing a LIC, go to Step 4 on page 2-15.
  • Page 63 Repeat this step for every LIC to be removed. Unplugging LIC types 1, 3, and 4 Cable(s) ESD Plate Green Lever Remove the cable by squeezing the side levers and pulling out the plug. 2-15 Chapter 2. 3745 Models 130 to 17A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 64 Remove the two wing screws and lift it out: If there is no raised floor, remove the retaining bar only. 2-16 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 65 A proper installation of the ground plate is necessary to meet FCC requirements, and to conduct electrostatic discharges to ground. 2-17 Chapter 2. 3745 Models 130 to 17A: Connecting LICs and Cables...
  • Page 66 2-18 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 67 Therefore, it is very important that you touch this ESD plate before you touch any element inside a unit or before you plug in a cable. The (ESD) plate is located on the inside face of the frame door.  Copyright IBM Corp. 1988, 2003...

  • Page 68: Arc Assembly A And B

    “Unplugging or Plugging in a Multiaccess Enclosure Adapter Cable” on page 3-12 “Installing an LCB” on page 3-13 “Removing or Installing ARC Assembly A” on page 3-18 “Removing or Installing ARC Assembly B” on page 3-24 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 69: Addresses For The Enclosures

    Otherwise, continue with the next step. Step Open the rear door of the 3746-900 by pushing in and turning the screws (located in upper and lower corner of the door), using the controller door key. Step Locate a coupler slot Expansion 1 Board Basic...
  • Page 70 Figure 3-4. 3746-900 LCBs Locations Example in the Base Frame and the Controller Expansion. When you have located the LCBs, go to the following sections as needed: “Removing or Installing ARC Assembly A” on page 3-18 “Removing or Installing ARC Assembly B” on page 3-24 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 71: Installing Or Removing A Token-Ring Attachment Cable

    Token-ring attachment cable. This shielded twisted pair (STP) cable is only available from IBM. Untwisted pair (UTP) cable. This type of cable connects to the TIC3 using the IBM Token-Ring MAU Media Filter. It is not available from IBM. Attention...

  • Page 72: Installing Or Removing A Token-Ring Utp Cable And Media Filter

    Loosen the retaining screws and pull out the media filter. See 'B' in Figure 3-6. If you are only unplugging a UTP cable, go to Step 8 on page 3-7. Otherwise, continue with the next step. 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 73 Step Activating the line Ask the network operator to activate the lines of any newly installed or replaced cables. If the activation is not possible, inform the IBM representative. Step Update the plugging sheets You have finished this procedure. To integrate the changes that you have made, go to “Updating the Active CDF-E (3746-900 Only)”...

  • Page 74: The Lic 11, Lic 12, Lic 16, And Their Cables

    Make sure that all the cables are correctly labeled at both ends before doing this step. If you connect a LIC 12 to a DTE equipment (such as IBM 2210 router), for allowing RLSD signal propagation, the DCE side of the cable must be connected to the HSS and the DCE side to the router.

  • Page 75: Unplugging Or Plugging In An Ethernet Lan Cable

    3746-900, operation of the Ethernet LAN may be interrupted. Replacing an AUI cable by a 10BASE-T cable is not a customer's task. Ask the IBM representative. Unplugging or Plugging In an AUI Cable Step Starting Before beginning, you must first do the procedure “Starting Connection...
  • Page 76 3. Hold the cable connector so that its longest side is upward. 4. Push the plug strongly into the port connector. 5. Push the locking latch to the right to lock it. It may require a lot of force to move it. 3-10 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 77: Unplugging Or Plugging In A 10Base-T Cable

    6. To check that the cable is locked in place, move the cable connector from side-to-side while trying to pull it out of the 3746-900 AUI connector. Do not jerk on the cable. Step Activating the lines Ask the network operator to activate any lines plugged in. Note: The line number is the address of the TIC3 that connects the Ethernet attachment feature.

  • Page 78: Unplugging Or Plugging In A Multiaccess Enclosure Adapter Cable

    Type disable interface ifc x g. (Optionnal) Type write for saving your changes h. Unplug the cable Step If you are not plugging in an MAE cable, the procedure is finished. Otherwise continue with the next step. 3-12 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 79: Installing An Lcb

    19 inch rack, or in a controller expansion (refer to Figure 3-2 on page 3-3 and Figure 3-4 on page 3-4). – Only IBM representatives can install LCBs in the 3746-900 base frame. – You can only install LCBs in the 19 inch racks and controller expansion.

  • Page 80: Lcb Base

    ARC slots labeled +16 through + 30 One connector for the cable going to the LCB base. +16 +17 +18 +19 +20 +21 +22 +23 +25 +26 +27 +28 +29 +30 LCBE Figure 3-9. LCB Expansion 3-14 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 81: Lcb Base And Lcb Expansion Connections Installed With Arc Assembly A

    Step Label the LCBs a. Verify that the following information about this LCB from the plugging sheet is on the LCB label (part number 63F2503): IBM 3746-900 name LCB: – Number – Location Range of the LIC 11 addresses. b. Stick the LCB label on the inner left side of the LCB (see 3 in Detail A of Figure 3-10).
  • Page 82 Refer to Figure 3-11. Figure 3-11. LCB Grounding IBM does not provide this wire. In order to insure a good grounding, it is recommended to use AWG 12 wire (minimum 2.5 square millimeter).

  • Page 83: Standard Grounding Connection

    Step Label the LIC 11 cables using two LIC 11 labels (part number 63F2504). a. Record the following information from the plugging sheets onto the labels: IBM 3746-900 name LCB: – Number – Location Range of the LIC 11 addresses.

  • Page 84: Removing Or Installing Arc Assembly A

    ARC Assembly B Figure 3-13. ARC Assembly A and B The cables are available in a range of cable lengths (for more details of available cable lengths, refer to the Migration and Planning Guide, GA33-0183). 3-18 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 85 Otherwise, ask the network operator to deactivate the ARC communication lines that you wish to unplug. Step Unplug the ARC cable from the DTE/DCE or the 3745-type connector. When disconnecting a 3745-type connector: a. Hold the connectors with both hands.

  • Page 86: Arc Assembly A In An Lcb

    Repeat this step for every ARC cable to be removed. Step Remove an ARC from the LCB Loosen the retaining screws and pull out the ARC. ARC Label Figure 3-14. ARC Assembly A in an LCB 3-20 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 87: The Arc Assembly A And Its Different Types Of Connector

    If you have no ARC to install, go to Step 17 on page 3-23. Otherwise, continue with next step to install an ARC. Step Identify the ARC physical interface type An ARC cable terminates with one of the following connectors: IBM 3745 type ITU-T interface type: – V.24 – V.35 – X.21.

  • Page 88: Ibm 3745-Type Connector

    DTE or DCE connector and tighten the retaining screws. If you are using an ARC with a 3745 cable connector, plug the ARC cable connector into the connector of the 3745-type cable: a. Place the connecting seal on one of the connectors.

  • Page 89: French V.35 Dce Adapter

    Figure 3-18. French V.35 DTE Adapter Step 16 Ask the network operator to activate the line of the new or changed ARC. If the activation is not possible, inform the IBM representative. Step 17 Update the plugging sheets, if necessary.

  • Page 90: Removing Or Installing Arc Assembly B

    (LCBB) and expansion (LCBE), contains a total of 30 slots: LCBE +16 +17 +18 +19 +20 +21 +22 +23 +25 +26 +27 +28 +29 +30 LCCB +0 +1 +2 +3 +4 +5 +6 +7 +9 +10 +11 +12 +13 +14 3-24 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 91: The Arc Assembly B And Its Different Types Of Connector

    The ARC has a separate cable which has a connector that corresponds to the physical interface type of the ARC: An ARC cable terminates with one of the following connectors: – IBM 3745 type – ITU-T interface type: - V.24 - V.35...
  • Page 92 Note: If you are making a V.35 connection to a French modem or terminal, refer to the third and fourth bullets of this step. If you are using an ARC cable that has a 3745 connector, plug it into the connector of the 3745-type cable: a.

  • Page 93: Ibm 3745-Type Connector

    Figure 3-21. IBM 3745-type Connector If you are using a V.35 connection to a French modem , connect the V.35 DCE adapter between the ARC cable and the modem: To the ARC Cable To the Modem Figure 3-22. French V.35 DCE Adapter If you are using a V.35 connection to a French terminal , connect...

  • Page 94: Arc Assembly B In An Lcb

    Ask the network operator to deactivate the communication line of the ARC or ARCs being removed. Step 13 Unplug the ARC cable from the DTE/DCE or the 3745-type connector. When disconnecting a 3745-type connector: a. Hold the connectors with both hands.

  • Page 95: Arc Assembly B In An Lcb

    b. With one hand squeeze the side levers and at the same time pull the two connectors apart with side-to-side rocking motion. c. Store the connecting seal with the ARC cable for future use. Step 14 Remove the ARC from the LCB Loosen the retaining screws and pull out the ARC.

  • Page 96: Arc Assembly B In An Lcb

    The ARC has a separate cable which has a connector that corresponds to the physical interface type of the ARC: An ARC cable terminates with one of the following connectors: – IBM 3745 type – ITU-T interface type: 3-30 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 97: The Arc Assembly B And Its Different Types Of Connector

    Steps 19 through 24. Step 25 Ask the network operator to activate the line of the ARC or ARCs just installed. If the activation is not possible, inform the IBM representative. 3-31 Chapter 3. 3746-900: Installing LCBs and ARCs, Connecting Cables...
  • Page 98 Identify the ARC physical interface type The label on the front of the ARC identifies its ITU-T interface type. Step 30 Unplug the ARC cable from the DTE/DCE or the 3745-type connector. When disconnecting a 3745-type connector: a. Hold the connectors with both hands.
  • Page 99 The ARC has a separate cable which has a connector that corresponds to the physical interface type of the ARC: An ARC cable terminates with one of the following connectors: – IBM 3745 type – ITU-T interface type: - V.24 - V.35...

  • Page 100: The Arc Assembly B And Its Different Types Of Connector

    Note: If you are making a V.35 connection to a French modem or terminal, refer to the third and fourth bullets of this step. If you are using an ARC cable that has 3745 connector, plug it into the connector of the 3745-type cable: 3-34 3745 All Models &...

  • Page 101: Ibm 3745-Type Connector

    When the side levers click into place, you have correctly installed the connectors. Figure 3-30. IBM 3745-type Connector If you are using a V.35 connection to a French modem , connect the V.35 DCE adapter between the ARC cable and the modem:...

  • Page 102: French V.35 Dte Adapter

    ARC, repeat Steps 29 through 37. Step 38 Ask the network operator to activate the line of the ARC or ARCs just installed. If the activation is not possible, inform the IBM representative. Step 39 Update the plugging sheets, if necessary.

  • Page 103: Part 2. Integrating

    - Modifying the configuration data file (CDF) - Backing up the MOSS hard disk. Note: Before using the procedures in Chapter 5, the 3745 (and 3746-900, if you have one) must be powered ON.  Copyright IBM Corp. 1988, 2003...
  • Page 104 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 105: Chapter 4. Starting The 3745 Integration

    These procedures are performed at initial installation and during later modifications of your 3745. Initial installation refers to the first installation of your 3745 or its re-installation after moving the communication controller. This is done with the help of the IBM service representative.
  • Page 106 Refer to the LIC5/6 Migration and Integration Guide, SA33-0416. Select the function(s) or procedure(s) that you need in “MOSS Integration Procedures” on page 5-5 to make changes in the 3745 frame, and the MOSS. 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 107: Chapter 5. Integration Procedures

    Initial Installation Provide the service representative with your planning worksheets from the Migration and Planning Guide, GA33-0183. When the IBM service representatives have finished installing or upgrading your controller: You may change the MOSS-E passwords yourself using the Manage Passwords function which is in the Operation Management task of the Service Processor menu.
  • Page 108 Step Click once on Configuration Management task, then twice on Display/Update Active Configuration (CDF-E) function. Step Verify the presence of the LCBs and ARCs that you just added or changed for each CLP. 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 109 Notes: a. When an LCB with ARC is detected, LCB/ARC is displayed on the right side of the associated LIC 11. b. If there is no ARCs installed, only LCBB is displayed. c. If you have installed an LCBE without any ARCs, the LCBE is not displayed until its adapter is IMLed or an ARC is installed into the LCBE.
  • Page 110 Double-click on the Save Active CDF-E as Reference CDF-E function. Step 17 When the Save is finished, click on OK. At this step IBM recommends saving the CDF-E on the optical disk (refer to the Basic Operations Guide, SA33-0177). 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 111: Saving The Controller Configuration

    Saving the Controller Configuration IBM recommends using your BACKUP optical disk to save the current configuration of the controller in the MOSS-E after a CDF-E update has been done. Note: No need to save controller configuration in case of network change for the Ethernet Bridge or the Multiaccess Enclosure.

  • Page 112: Integrating An Initial Installation

    MOSS functions, which are not available in diskette mode. 2. If you want to change the operating mode of a 3745 Model 410 or 610 (twin CCUs) refer to the CDF-CCU operating mode function in the Advanced Operations Guide, SA33-0097.

  • Page 113: Upgrading Or Updating Cdf

    CDF Upgrade This procedure causes the CDF to record all hardware changes that you are making to the telecommunication lines connecting to the 3745. These include LICs and cable changes for LICs, token-ring adapters (TRA), and high speed scanners (HSS).

  • Page 114: Upgrade Procedure

    Select the CCU affected. then Step Step If the MOSS is alone on the second CCU, go to Step 8 on page 5-9. Otherwise, continue with the next step. Step Select the second CCU. then Step Step 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 115 Otherwise, continue with the next step. Step 16 then If you are loading the control program from the 3745 fixed disk (using the MOSS DII function), go to Step 19. Otherwise, continue with the next step. Chapter 5. Integration Procedures...

  • Page 116: Update Procedure

    The MOSS must be on-line. 1. If MOSS is alone, begin at Step 1. 2. If MOSS is off-line, and you have a dual CCU 3745 begin at Step 7 on page 5-11. 3. If MOSS is off-line, and you have a single CCU 3745 begin at Step 14 on page 5-11.
  • Page 117 Call the host operator and ask for the control program(s) to be loaded into your communication controller. Let the IPL continue, no additional 3745 operator action is required. Step When the IPL is finished, the following message is displayed once for...
  • Page 118 You have finished this procedure, do no more Steps. Continue with other integration procedures. Note: You must at least do “Saving MOSS from Fixed Disk onto Diskettes” on page 5-19 when you have finished all other integration procedures. 5-12 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 119 Step 24 Select an option: Note: Use the REPLACE LIC option, if you: Removed a LIC and then installed a different type of LIC in the same slot Changed a LIC cable. Step 25 Enter the LIC position number from the plugging sheet: Wait until you get the message: CDF LIC CHANGE COMPLETED Step 26...

  • Page 120: Changing Passwords On The 3745 Moss

    (Or the default management password at first time) IMPORTANT Record and safeguard your management password. Loss of this password requires the help of your IBM service representative and is time-consuming. Then, any data not saved on your backup diskettes will be lost in the process.
  • Page 121 Step If you only want to see the passwords without changing them: Otherwise, go to Step 5. Step Step If you want to change a non-maintenance password: then Continue with the next step. Otherwise, go to Step 13 on page 5-16. Step A password consists of five to eight alphanumeric characters.

  • Page 122: Setting Power On Schedule

    The power-on schedule is only active when the Power Control display on the control panel shows the number 2 (for network control). To set the power-on schedule active, at the IBM 3745 control panel: Step Press Power Control repeatedly until the number 2 appears (blinking) as the sixth digit in the display.

  • Page 123: Updating Link Ipl Ports

    CDF function (refer to the Advanced Operations Guide, SA33-0097). For ESCONs, use the MOSS-E functions (refer to the Basic Operations Guide, SA33-0177. IPL Ports on 3745 (All Models) Step Step If you have a two-CCU machine in twin-dual or twin backup mode, you...

  • Page 124: Link Ipl Ports On 3746-900

    Otherwise, continue with the next step. Step then If you are loading the control program from the 3745 fixed disk (using the MOSS DII function), go to Step 6 on page 5-19. 5-18 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 125: Saving Moss From Fixed Disk Onto Diskettes

    Diskettes” when you have finished all other integration procedures. Saving MOSS from Fixed Disk onto Diskettes The following procedure is used to backup the contents of the 3745 fixed disk onto removable 1.2 MB diskettes. The MOSS must be off-line or alone:...
  • Page 126 Step 11 Your diskettes must be formatted. The set of backup diskettes that came with the 3745 are already formatted. If the new diskettes are not formatted, format them using the diskette initialization function: See the Advanced Operations Guide, SA33-0097.

  • Page 127: Putting The Moss On-Line

    If the MOSS is alone, then go to “IPL and Loading the Network Control Program” on page 5-18. If the MOSS is off-line, then for a: – Dual CCU 3745, begin at Step 1 – Single CCU 3745, begin at Step 8. Step...
  • Page 128 5-22 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 129: Part 3. Appendices

    Part 3. Appendices  Copyright IBM Corp. 1988, 2003...
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  • Page 131: Appendix A. Lss Characteristics And Line Weights

    3456 3072 4052 BSC EBCDIC under NCP 3456 3072 4052 BSC under EP 3456 3072 4052 BSC ASCII under NCP 2420 2016 3041 Start-stop 43 x no of bits/char 43 x no of bits/char  Copyright IBM Corp. 1988, 2003...

  • Page 132: Scanner Capacity

    The results are given in Table A-4: Table A-4. One-Port LICs - LIC Types 1 and 4A Maximum Line Speed Maximum Number of Four-Port LICs 19 200 16 800 14 400 12 000 9 600 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 133: Mixing Line Interface Couplers

    Models 210 to 610) or GA33-0138 (for Models 130 to 170). This information also applies to the Models A. Unlike LICs in earlier communication controllers, 3745 LICs are only scanned if at least one of the lines connected to them is activated. LICs with inactive lines do not contribute to the scanner load.
  • Page 134 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 135: Appendix B. Communication Line Processor Characteristics And Line Weights

    X.21 leased lines (600 bps up to 2.048 mbps) V.25 bis protocol over V.24 switched lines. The 3746-900 does not support the ITU-T X.21 switched lines. If necessary, adapters configured in the 3745 can compliment the 3746-900 configuration to provide support for: BSC lines Asynchronous (start-stop) lines Low speed X.21 switched lines...

  • Page 136: Characteristics Of Lic Types 11, 12, And 16

    28.8 kbps 256 kbps Notes: 1. Other interfaces (such as X.21 Bis) are supported using the appropriate 3745 cable. Refer to the Migration and Planning Guide, GA33-0183 for part numbers and cable lengths. 2. Depends on the cable used. 3. They are multiplexed over the cable that connects the LIC 11 to a pair of LCBs.

  • Page 137: Maximum Configuration Of A 3745 With A 3746-900

    Maximum Configuration of a 3745 with a 3746-900 Table B-2 gives the maximum configuration of the 3745 Models A with only a 3746-900 attached. There are no 3746-Axxs or Lxxs installed. Note: Some items in Table B-2 are mutually exclusive. Therefore, not all the maximum connection capabilities are possible on the same machine.

  • Page 138: Configuring Communication Lines On The 3746-900 (Line Weights

    (0 means that the data traffic is in a single direction, in or out). For a given transmission speed, Table B-5 on page B-5 shows the standard line weights. The corresponding standard CLP connectivity is shown in Table B-6 on 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...

  • Page 139: Standard Line Weights

    page B-6. The weights and number of lines per CLP are indicated for the possible line protocols, SDLC, Frame Relay, PPP, X.25, and traffic types. Most of the standard default parameters of the CF3745 performance model are assumed for the standard line weights. For more information, refer to the Migration and Planning Guide, GA33-0183.

  • Page 140: Standard Clp Connectivity

    Carry a single traffic type (APPNDLUR, ANR, IP, and so on.) 2. Line utilization may not reach the percentages indicated in Table B-5. For more information, refer to the Migration and Planning Guide, GA33-0183. 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 141 Customer Documentation for the IBM 3745 (Models 210, 310, 410, 610, 21A, 31A, 41A, and 61A), and 3746 (Model 900) Table C-1 (Page 1 of 6). Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models x10 and x1A, and 3746 Model 900 This customer documentation has the following formats:...
  • Page 142 Table C-1 (Page 2 of 6). Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models x10 and x1A, and 3746 Model 900 GA27-4234 IBM 3745 Communication Controller Models A² IBM 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Models 900 and 950 Planning Series: Overview, Installation, and Integration...
  • Page 143 Table C-1 (Page 3 of 6). Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models x10 and x1A, and 3746 Model 900 GA27-4238 IBM 3745 Communication Controller Models A² IBM 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Models 900 and 950 Planning Series: Physical Planning Provides information for:...
  • Page 144 Table C-1 (Page 4 of 6). Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models x10 and x1A, and 3746 Model 900 On-line information IBM 3745 Communication Controller Models A² IBM 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Models 900 and 950 Planning Series: Controller Configuration and Management Worksheets Provides planning worksheets for ESCON, Multiaccess Enclosure, serial line, and token-ring definitions.
  • Page 145 Table C-1 (Page 5 of 6). Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models x10 and x1A, and 3746 Model 900 SA33-0158 IBM 3745 Communication Controller All Models³ IBM 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Model 900 Console Setup Guide¹ Provides information for: Installing local, alternate, or remote consoles for 3745 Models 130 to 610...
  • Page 146 Table C-1 (Page 6 of 6). Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models x10 and x1A, and 3746 Model 900 SH11-3081 IBM 3746 Nways Multiprotocol Controller Models 900 and 950 Controller Configuration and Management: User's Guide⁵ Explains how to use CCM and gives examples of the configuration process.

  • Page 147: Additional Customer Documentation For The 3745 Models 1X0 And 17A

    Additional Customer Documentation for the IBM 3745 Models 130, 150, 160, 170, and 17A Table C-2. Additional Customer Documentation for the 3745 Models 1x0 and 17A This customer documentation has the following format: B o o k s Finding Information...
  • Page 148 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 149 Abbreviations, Glossary, and Index  Copyright IBM Corp. 1988, 2003...
  • Page 150 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 151 MOSS maintenance and operator Ethernet LAN adapter subsystem emulation program MOSS-E maintenance and operator ESCON Enterprise Systems Connector subsystem - extended electrostatic discharge network control program federal communications commission netview performance monitor  Copyright IBM Corp. 1988, 2003...
  • Page 152 Controller Model 900 shielded twisted pair 3746-900IP 3746-900 operating as IP Router TCAM telecommunications access method 3746-900NN 3746-900 operating as Network TIC2 token-ring interface coupler, type 2 Node TIC3 token-ring interface coupler, type 3 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 153 Examples sharing. are the IBM 3705, IBM 3725/3726, IBM 3720, and IBM 3745 models 130, 150, 170, 210, 310, 410, advanced peer-to-peer networking (APPN). and 610. An extension of SNA featuring: (a) greater distributed network control that avoids critical configuration data file (CDF).
  • Page 154 (CSP), communication control function according to and one Ethernet adapter card (EAC). protocols. For example, the 3745 can be a DTE. high-speed scanner (HSS). Line adapter for dependent logical unit (DLU). Any logical unit lines speeds up to 2 mbps. It is composed of a...
  • Page 155 One power supply (PS) associated with maintenance and operator subsystem Two line interface bases (LIBs), housing (MOSS). The part of the 3745 that provides Multiplex cards, and operating and servicing facilities to the user and Line interface coupler cards (LICs) IBM service representative.
  • Page 156 The IBM Operator Console over a link connection. Transmission exchanges that is used to operate and service the 3745 may be duplex or half-duplex over switched or through the MOSS or the 3746-900 through the nonswitched links.
  • Page 157 transmission line. The physical means for circuit-switched, packet-switched, and connecting two or more DTEs (via DCEs). It can leased-circuit services provided by carriers or be nonswitched or switched. PTT. Also called a user network. tributary modem. On a multipoint connection or Virtual Telecommunications Access Unit a point-to-point connection using basic mode link (VTAM*).
  • Page 158 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 159 B-4 initial installation 5-6 configuration later modification 5-6 saving (controller configuration) 5-5 integration connecting 3745 4-1 3745 Models 1xx LICs and Cables 2-1 procedures for MOSS 5-5 3745 Models x1x LICs and Cables 1-1  Copyright IBM Corp. 1988, 2003...
  • Page 160 ARC 3-18, 3-24 LCB 3-2 ARC cable 3-19, 3-24 TIC3 3-2 AUI cable 1-7, 2-4, 3-9 LSS line weight A-1 MAE adapter cable 3-12 TIC2 cable 1-11, 2-7 TIC3 cable 3-5 plugging in cable 2-11 X-10 3745 All Models & 3746-900: CIG...
  • Page 161 3-2 plugging in a TIC3 cable 3-5 unplugging a TIC3 cable 3-5 unplugging 3745 LIC cable 1-18, 2-13 3746-900 LIC cable 3-7 ARC cable 3-19, 3-24 customer power control cable 1-18, 2-12 Ethernet LAN attachment cable 1-7, 2-4, 3-9...
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