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3Com Router 5000 Family and Router 6000 Family Module Guide 3C13701 3C13751 3C13755 3C13759 3C13840 3C13880 www.3Com.com Part Number: 10015049 Rev AA March 2006...
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview ........................1-1 1.1 Types of SICs ........................1-1 1.2 Types of MIMs ........................1-1 1.3 Types of FICs........................1-2 1.4 SIC/MIM Purchasing Guideline..................1-3 1.5 Installation/Removal of SIC and MIM ................
Information on other modules appears in the Router 5000 or Router 6000 Family Installation Manuals. 1.1 Types of SICs 3Com 5000 Router Family provide two SIC slots which can accept the following types of SICs for this release. Router 1-Port 10/100 SIC (3C13712)
Router 1-port E1 Voice MIM module (3C13787) Router 1-port T1 Voice MIM module (3C13788) 1.3 Types of FICs 3Com 6000 Router Family modular routers provide FIC slots for this release and support the following FICs: Router 1-Port 100FX MM FIC (3C13860)
1.5 Installation/Removal of SIC and MIM Warning: 3Com 5000 Family Routers do not support online insertion and removal of SICs and MIMs. Before implementing any of the following operations, wear an anti-static wrist strap and ESD-preventive glove, and make sure that the power of the Router has been turned off and the power cord has been unplugged.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 1 Overview Module Guide In case of the possible damage to MIMs, put the MIMs on the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) tray during the installation and replacement; Hold the circuit board by the edge and do not touch the components and the surface of the PCB;...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 1 Overview Module Guide Figure 1-2 Installing SIC IV. Removing SIC Follow these steps to remove a SIC: Step 1: Place the rear panel of the Router towards you; Step 2: Turn off the power switch of the Router and unplug the power cord;...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 1 Overview Module Guide Figure 1-3 Installing MIM (1) Figure 1-4 Installing MIM (2) III. Removing MIM Follow these steps to remove a MIM: Step 1: Place the rear panel of the Router towards you;...
Repeat these steps to install all the other FICs. 1.6 Troubleshooting 3Com 5000 Routers LEDs, indicate the state of the module as follows: After the installation of a SIC/MIM, turn on the power and view the corresponding LEDs (such as SLOT0, SLOT1 or SLOT2) on the cover of the Router chassis: ON means that the SIC/MIM is operating normally and OFF means that the Power-On Self-Test (POST) of the SIC/MIM has failed.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards (Router 5000) 2.1 Router 1-Port 10/100 SIC 1-port 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet interface card, in which FE stands for Fast Ethernet module. This is used to implement the communication between Routers and LANs.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards being received or/and transmitted. 2.1.2 Interface Cable Normally, category-5 twisted pair cable is adopted to connect the 10BASE-T /100BASE-TX Ethernet interface to the Ethernet, as shown in the following figure:...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 2.2 Router 1-Port Serial SIC 2.2.1 Introduction 1-port multiprotocol synchronous/asynchronous serial interface card (Router 1-Port Serial SIC) supports both synchronous and asynchronous operating modes. It supports: Transmission/Receiving and handling of synchronous and asynchronous serial data streams;...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: The baud rate cannot exceed 64 kbps if V.24 cable is used and the interface operates in synchronous mode. II. DTE and DCE The synchronous serial interface supports both DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) and DCE (Data Circuit-terminating Equipment) operating modes.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-3 Router 1-Port Serial SIC 2.2.3 Interface Attributes The interface attributes of Router 1-Port Serial SIC are given in the following table: Table 2-5 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port Serial SIC...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Description Attribute Synchronous Asynchronous Modem dial-up Dumb terminal DDN leased line access Supported service Terminal access Asynchronous Backup leased line Backup 2.2.4 Interface LEDs Router 1-Port Serial SIC panel is shown in the following figure:...
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards At one end of these cables is DB50 connector for the connection to a router, and at the other end (network end) is a connector whose type varies by the network device (or line type) to be connected.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 3: Power on the Router, and check the LEDs of the corresponding slot on the front panel: ON means that the SIC is operating normally and OFF means that the POST of the SIC has failed.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-10 Router 2-Port ISDN-U SIC 2.3.3 Interface Attributes The interface attributes of Router 2-Port ISDN-S/T SIC and Router 2-Port ISDN-U SIC are given in the following table:...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-11 SIC-2BS panel Figure 2-12 SIC-2BU panel The status description of the LEDs is given in the following table: Table 2-8 Description of the LEDs on SIC-BS and SIC-BU panels Description OFF means B1 channel is idle.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: The relevant cables have been included in the standard configurations of Router 2-Port ISDN-S/T SIC and Router 2-Port ISDN-U SIC. 2.3.6 Connecting Interface Cable Caution: You should connect a cable to the port with the correct mark.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 4: Check the LED on the SIC panel: ON means the SIC is normally powered on. If it is OFF, contact the agent. 2.4 Router 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC 2.4.1 Introduction...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Table 2-9 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC Attribute Description Connector type DB15 Number of connectors Interface standard G.703, G.704 Interface rate 2.048Mbps 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable (DB15 to BNC)
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-14 Default setting of the DIP switches 8BIT description and settings of DIP switch are given in the following table: Table 2-10 Description and settings of the internal DIP switch of SIC-ERRI/Router 1-Port Fractional E1...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 75 -ohm DIP switch Description 120 -ohm impedance impedance OFF: RxShield grounding via capacitor Switch for RxShield 8BIT grounding options ON: RxShield directly grounding Caution: When setting internal DIP switch, you are recommended to: turn ON all BITs from 1 to 8 when a 75-ohm cable is connected.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Note: A network interface connector is available for extending the E1 cable. Both ends of the connector are RJ45 jacks that can be used to connect two 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: The wire marked TX in the E1 cable should be connected to the peer wire marked RX and the wire marked RX should be connected to the peer wire marked TX.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 5: Check the status of LINK LED on the Router 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC panel: ON means the link is connected and OFF means the link is not connected. In the latter case, check the line.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 2.5.5 Interface Cable Router 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC interface cable is 100-ohm standard shielded network cable that has RJ45 connectors at both ends. The following figure illustrates a Router...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Step 3: Power on the Router, and check the LEDs of the corresponding slot on the front panel: ON means that the SIC is operating normally and OFF means that the POST of the SIC has failed.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards 2.6.6 Connecting Interface Cable Caution: You should connect a cable to the port with the correct mark. Misplugging is prone to impair the SIC/MIM and even damage the router.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: While using FXS SIC/FXO SIC, you must ensure that the 3Com Routers can be connected to IP networks or other WANs. 2.7.2 Appearance Router 1-Port FXS/FXO SIC...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Figure 2-29 Router 2-Port FXS SIC panel Figure 2-30 Router 2-Port FXO SIC panel The status description of the LEDs of Router 1-Port FXS/FXO SIC and Router 2- Port...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Caution: You should connect a cable to the port with the correct mark. Misplugging is prone to impair the SIC/MIM and even damage the router. When the telephone cable is used outdoors, it is recommended that users install a special lightning arrester on the input end of the cable in order to avoid the lightning effects more efficiently.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards Description of the LEDs on Router 1-Port SAE SIC panel is given in the following table: Table 2-19 LEDs on Router 1-Port SAE SIC panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present;...
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 2 Smart Interface Cards RS530 DCE cable Figure 2-41 RS530 DCE cable Note: These cables are optional items. You need to select one when purchasing a Router 1-Port SAE SIC card; otherwise, the cable is not provided.
These modules make it possible to transfer voice signals over data communication networks. Caution: When connecting a voice MIM, make sure that 3Com 5000 Family Routers can be connected to an IP network or other LAN. 3.1.2 Appearance I. Router 2-Port FXS/FXO/E&M MIM module The appearance of Router 2-Port FXS/FXO/E&M MIM Module...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) LINK Figure 3-7 Router 4-Port FXO panel LINK Figure 3-8 Router 4-Port E&M panel Table 3-2 Description of the LEDs on voice MIM panel...
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Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) II. Interface cable of E&M modules E&M modules of 3Com 5000 Family Routers support Bell I, II, III, V switches, and 2-wire & 4-wire voice signals. It is recommended to use Bell V 4-wire voice signal to communicate with the Router in practice.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-3 Pinouts of E&M interface cable (Bell V 4-wire) Router side Signal at switch side (Bell V 4-wire) RJ45 Pin RJ45 interface signal...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Some measures are taken to protect voice modules. Still, you are recommended to install a special lightning arrester at the input end of each connection cable to obtain better lightning protection effect when the cable is led outdoors;...
E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable Cable 75ohm-to-120ohm adapter Network interface connector 1) R2 signaling 2) DSS1 signaling Services supported 3) IP Fax 4) General VoIP features in 3COM Router SOFTWARE 3.2.4 Interface LEDs Router E1 Voice Module panel is shown in the following figure:...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-12 Router E1Voice Module panel Description of the LEDs on Router E1 Voice Module panel is given in the following table: Table 3-5 Description of the LEDs on Router E1Voice Module panel...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-14 75-ohm-to120-ohm adapter (with BNC connector) Caution: For the convenience of extending the connection of E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable, you can use network interface connector.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) A network interface connector and then the peer device using another E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable, if the resistance of the port to be connected is 120-ohm, and there is a need to extend the cable, as illustrated in the following figure.
Network interface connector Operating mode ISDN PRI Interface rate 1.544Mbps 1) DSS1 signaling Supported services 2) IP fax 3) General VoIP features in 3COM Router SOFTWARE 3.3.4 Interface LEDs Router T1 Voice Module panel is shown in the following figure: 3-12...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-17 Router T1 Voice Module panel Description of the LEDs on Router T1 Voice Module panel is given in the following table. Table 3-7 Description of the LEDs on Router T1Voice Module panel...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Both Router T1 Voice Module cable and network interface connector are optional accessories. You should order them when ordering a Router T1 Voice Module. Otherwise, they will not be provided.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.4 NDEC Module 3.4.1 Introduction Network Data Encryption Module (NDEC) supports IPSec protocol and speeds up the encryption of IP packets by means of hardware, featuring high performance and high reliability.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.4.4 Interface LEDs NDEC panel is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-21 NDEC panel Table 3-9 Description of the LEDs on NDEC panel...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.4.5 Troubleshooting Symptom 1: All the LEDs are OFF after the Router is started up. Troubleshooting: All the LEDs should fast blink once upon the startup of the device.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) of the current NDEC module. If it is necessary to upgrade the processing capability of the NDEC module, please contact your agent. 3.5 Router 2-Port 10/100 MIM 3.5.1 Introduction...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) example, PC or router) to a HUB or LAN switch. The cables delivered with the router are straight-through cables. Crossover cable: The wires are crimped in the RJ-45 connectors at both ends in different orders.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-12 Baud rate and transmission distance of V.24 (RS232)/V.35 cable V.24 (RS232) V.35 Maximum transmission Baud rate Maximum transmission Baud rate (bps) Distance (m)
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Asynchronous serial interface is generally used as dialing port and connected to a modem or a Terminal Adapter (TA). In this case, regardless of the operating mode of the device, only an appropriate baud rate for the interface needs to be selected.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.6.3 Interface LEDs Router 4-Port Serial MIM panel is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-24 Router 4-Port Serial MIM panel Description of the LEDs on Router 4-Port Serial MIM is given in the following table:...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) DB100 male DB50 female Figure 3-25 Router 4-Port Serial MIM conversion cable For the pinouts of Router 4-Port Serial MIM conversion cable, see Low-End and Mid-Range Series Routers Cable Manual.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Before connecting an SA module, confirm the model of the equipment to be connected to the SA module (that is, sync/async mode, DTE/DCE mode, and so on), signaling criterion required by the access equipment, baud rate, and timing clock.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) The synchronous serial interface can work in either DTE or DCE mode. Two directly connected devices must work as DTE and DCE respectively. The DCE provides clock synchronization and specifies the communication rate, whereas the DTE accepts clock synchronization and communicates at the specified rate.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-26 2-port panel Figure 3-27 4-port panel The following table describes the LEDs on the panel: Table 3-18 LEDs on the panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present;...
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) All these cables use a DB-28 connector to connect the router, but the connector at the network end varies with the type of the to-be-connected network.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-36 RS530 DTE cable RS530 DCE cable Figure 3-37 RS530 DCE cable Note: These cables are optional. You must order them together with the MIM card. Otherwise, they are not provided.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 2: Plug the DB-28 connector of the cable to the corresponding DB-28 port on the MIM card. Step 3: Connect the other end of the cable as follows: If the WAN is a DDN line, connect the cable to the port on the CSU/DSU.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) OFF means no data is being transmitted or received. ON means data is ACTIVE being transmitted or received. 3.8.4 Interface Cable I. Interface cable of 2-port modules 2-port interface cables are G.703-compliant cables (referred to as E1 cables...
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Note: You can select a network interface connectors with an RJ-45 receptacle at both ends that connect two 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables with BNC connectors. The network interface connector is used in the extension connection with E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Figure 3-42 120-ohm 4-port module conversion cable Figure 3-43 75-ohm 4-port module conversion cable Caution: Both 75-ohm 4-port module 1 and 120-ohm 4-port module conversion cables are required for 4-port module modules, while E1 cable is optional, so you need to order E1 cables when purchasing a 4-port module module.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) In addition, a 75-ohm to 120-ohm adapter is provided. For the pinouts of cables, see Low-End and Mid-Range Series Routers Cable Manual. 3.8.5 Internal DIP Switches Router 2 and 4-Port CE1/PRI MIM and modules provide internal DIP switches, and the setting of DIP switches decides the interface impedance and grounding mode.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3BIT 4BIT 5BIT OFF: RxRing is grounded via RxRing grounding capacitance. 6BIT mode selection switch ON: RxRing is grounded directly. ON: RxShield is grounded.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Caution: Read the mark identifying a port before you connect a cable to it, making sure it is the correct port. Wrong connection tends to damage interface modules and even the Router;...
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) If the port on the network device to be connected has a 120-ohm port, use a 75-ohm to 120-ohm adapter, or use a 120-ohm cable instead.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 4: Connect the E1 cable to the device to be connected. Step 5: Power on the Router, and check the LEDs of the corresponding slot on the front panel: ON means that the MIM is operating normally and OFF means that the POST of the MIM has failed.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.9.3 Internal DIP switches The purpose of internal DIP switches of Router 4-Port ISDN-S/T MIM is to set the matched resistance on an ISDN BRI S/T port. The setting of this switch (DIP S1) decides the use of 100-ohm resistance on the ISDN BRI S/T port.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 1: On Router 4-Port ISDN-S/T MIM, choose the port for connection; Step 2: Confirm the type of ISDN line provided by the telecom carrier;...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Step 1: Insert one end of a T1 cable into the RJ-45 connector on the T1 or T1-F module; Step 2: Connect the other end of the cable to the device to be connected: directly if the cable is long enough;...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.11.2 Interface Attributes The following table describes the interface attributes of the Router 1-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM. Table 3-28 Interface attributes of the Router 1-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-29 LEDs on the Router 1-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM panel Description OFF means the loop is inactive; ON means the loop has been activated and has LINK entered the data mode;...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Note: The standard equipping package of the Router 2-Port ADSL Over POTS MIM includes the regular telephone cable(s). You can separately order an external splitter as needed.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Insert Router NDEC2 Encryption Accelerator MIM in the MIM slot of a low-end and mid-range modular router. The main board forwards the IP packets and implements the VPN with encryption feature which is complemented by encryption card.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) may due to the host or the Router NDEC2 Encryption Accelerator MIM, contact our agents for support. 3.14 Router 4-Port E1 IMA MIM 3.14.1 Introduction The Router 4-Port E1 IMA MIM interface card provides four E1 interfaces that support inverse multiplexing for ATM (IMA) technology.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Table 3-35 Meaning of the LEDs Meaning OFF: the link is disconnected. LINK ON: the link is connected. Blink: data is being transmitted/received. Off: no data is being transmitted/received.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Check the status of the LINK LED on the panel of the IMA-4E1 interface card after power-on. If the LED is off (indicating the line is faulty, and the signal is desynchronized), check the line.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) Connect one RJ45 connector of the Router 4-Port T1 IMA MIM conversion cable to a peer device. Check the status of the LINK LED on the panel of the Router 4-Port T1 IMA MIM interface card.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.16.3 Interface LEDs Router 1-Port CE3 MIM panel is shown in the following figure: Figure 3-64 Router 1-Port CE3 MIM panel Description of the LEDs on Router 1-Port CE3 MIM panel is given in the following...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.16.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: Some measures have been taken to protect the Router 1-Port CE3 MIM module. To achieve better lightning protection effects, however, you are recommended to add a special lightning arrester at the input end of the E3 or T3 cable when it is led outdoors.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) 3.17.2 Interface Attributes The interface attributes of Router 1-Port CT3 MIM are given in the following table: Table 3-40 Interface attributes of Router 1-Port CT3 MIM...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) ON means the interface is in a loopback. LP/AL Blinking means an AIS, LFA, or RAI alarm signal is present. OFF means no loopback or alarm is present.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Chapter 3 Module Guide Multifunctional Interface Modules (Router 5000) The following figures show the Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 MIM panels. Figure 3-67 Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 MIM panel The following table describes the LEDs on the Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 MIM panel.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) example, PC or router) to a HUB or LAN switch. The cables delivered with the router are straight-through cables. Crossover cable: The wires are crimped in the RJ-45 connectors at both ends in different orders.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Note: Depending on how light travels, optical fibers are divided into multi-mode optical fiber and single-mode optical fiber. Single-mode optical fiber has very thin core, and transmits only in single mode on a given wavelength.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Description Attribute 100FX SM 100FX MM Ethernet_SNAP 4.2.3 Panel and Interface LEDs Figure 4-3 100FX MM panel Figure 4-4 100FX SM panel The following table describes the LEDs on the card panel.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-5 SC-type fiber-optic connector Note: Fiber-optic connectors, according to ITU, are passive components that are used to stably but not permanently connect two or more optical fibers. They are passive components indispensable to the fiber-optic communications system in the sense that they allow optical channel connections removable.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Laser danger: Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the fiber-optic ports which are connected with lasers. To protect your eyes against radiation harm, never stare into an open fiber-optic port.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.3.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figures show the 1-Port 10/100/1000 FIC panel. Figure 4-6 1-Port 10/100/1000 FIC, panel The following table describes the LEDs on the Router 1-Port 10/100/1000 FIC panel.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.4.5 Connecting the Interface Optic Fiber Caution: In connecting the optical fiber, observe the following: Do not over-bend the optical fiber. Its curvature radius must be no less than 10 cm (3.9 in).
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Full duplex 4.5.2 Interface Attributes The following table describes the interface attributes of the 1-Port GEF FIC: Table 4-9 Interface attributes of the 1-Port GEF FIC...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.5.5 Connecting the Interface Optic Fiber Caution: When connecting the optical fiber, observe the following: Do not over-bend the optical fiber. Its curvature radius must be no less than 10 cm (3.9 in).
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) synchronization and specifies the communication rate, whereas the DTE accepts clock synchronization and communicates at the specified rate. The router normally works as a DTE. To identify whether the equipment connected to the router is DTE or DCE, refer to the manual shipped with the equipment.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.6.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figures show the Router 4/8-Port Enhanced Serial FIC panels: Figure 4-12 Router 4-Port Enhanced Serial FIC panel...
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) X.21 DTE cable: DB-15 plug at the network end X.21 DCE cable: DB-15 receptacle at the network end RS449 DTE cable: DB-37 plug at the network end...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-21 RS449 DCE cable RS530 DTE cable Figure 4-22 RS530 DTE cable RS530 DCE cable Figure 4-23 RS530 DCE cable Note: These cables are optional. You must order them together with the FIC card. Otherwise, they are not provided.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Caution: Before connecting an FIC card, identify the type of the equipment to be connected (that is, the synchronous/asynchronous mode, DTE/DCE mode, and so on), signaling criterion required by the access equipment, baud rate, and line clock.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) OFF means no data is being transmitted or received on the interface; blinking ACTIVE means data is being transmitted and/or received. 4.7.4 Interface Cable I.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) In addition, you are available with 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapters. ( Note: E1 cable, coaxial connector, network connector, and 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapter are all optional accessories. They are provided only when ordered.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-28 75-ohm 4E1 adapter cable Note: Both 75-ohm 4E1 and 120-ohm 4E1 adapter cables are required for Router 4-Port CE1/PRI FIC. In addition, you are available with 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapters.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.7.6 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: Before you connect a port, read its label carefully; a wrong connection can cause damages to the interface card and even the device.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) If the to-be-connected network device has a 120-ohm port, you need a 75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapter or a 120-ohm cable instead. When using a 120-ohm balanced twisted-pair cable, do the following: If no cable extension is needed, directly connect the RJ-45 connector of the cable to the RJ-45 port on the device.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Step 5: Power on the router, and check the behavior of the LINK LED on the card panel: OFF means fault occurs on the line and the signal is not synchronized. Check the line status.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Attribute Description Backup Supported service Leased line ISDN PRI (only supported by the cards) 4.8.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figure illustrates the panel.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) To extend a T1 cable, you may connect the cable to another one using a network interface connector with an RJ-45 receptacle at each end.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.9.3 Panel and Interface LEDs The following figure illustrates an Router 1-Port CE3 FIC panel. Figure 4-34 Router 1-Port CE3 FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the card panel.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.9.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: By design, the Router 1-Port CE3 FIC is protected against lightning strikes. But when outdoor cabling is involved, you are recommended to add a special lightning arrester at the input end of the E3/T3 cable for better protection.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.11.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: By design, the 8.8 Router 1-Port E3 ATM FIC is protected against lightning strikes. But when outdoor cabling is involved, you are recommended to add a special lightning arrester at the input end of the E3/T3 cable for better protection.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) , payload, local cell) Blinking Alarm detected, loop back not set Loop back not set, no alarms detected Note that following alarms can be indicated by LP/ALM blinking on: LOS, OOF, AIS, RED, FERF.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Step 1: Connect the SMB connector of an E3/T3 cable to the Tx port on the Router 1-Port T3 ATM FIC and another end to the Rx port on another device.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-41 Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SM FIC panel The following figure illustrates the Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SML FIC panel. Figure 4-42 Router 1-Port OC-3 ATM SML FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the card panels.
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3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) alarms detected Note that following alarms can be indicated by LP/ALM blinking on: 4-43...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) SDH/SONET Alarm Type Layer section layer LOL, LOS, OOF, LOF line layer LOP, AIS, RDI, REI path layer AIS, RDI, REI Note:if atm interface is shutdown, both LINK/ACT and LP/ALM will be off.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.14 Router 1/2-Port ADSL FIC 4.14.1 Introduction Router 1/2-Port ADSL FIC, the 1-/2-port ADSL over PSTN interface card, allows a LAN subscriber to connect to the digital subscriber's loop access multiplexer (DSLAM) at the central office over a regular analog subscriber line or telephone line.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Supported service ADSL over the regular telephone line 4.14.3 Panel and Interface LED The following figure illustrates the Router 1-Port ADSL FIC panel. Figure 4-43 Router 1-Port ADSL FIC panel The following figure illustrates the Router 2-Port ADSL FIC panel.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Note: The standard equipping package of the Router 1/2-Port ADSL FIC includes the regular telephone cable(s). You can order a separate external splitter as needed.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) provided on the same line. It provides downlink rates in the range 32 kbps to 8 Mbps and uplink rates in the range 32 kbps to 1 Mbps.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-47 Router 2-Port ADSL FIC panel The following table describes the LEDs on the panels. Table 4-32 LEDs on the panels Description LINK OFF means no link is present;...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Figure 4-51 75-ohm 8E1 conversion cable Figure 4-52 120-ohm conversion cable 4.16.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Step 1: Choose a conversion cable appropriate to the interface type of the device to be connected.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Step 3: Identify the sequence number of the other end of the 4E1/8E1 conversion cable and connect it with the intended device. Step 4: Power on the router. Check the behavior of the LINK LED for the slot on the card panel: OFF means that fault has occurred on the line and signal is out of synchronization.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) The Router 1-Port OC3 POS FIC uses the protocols such as PPP, Frame Relay and HDLC at the data link layer and IP at the network layer. It allows direct transmission of packets over SONET/SDH.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Note that following alarms can be indicated by LP/ALM blinking on: SDH/SONET Alarm Type Layer section layer LOS, LOF, OOF line layer AIS, RDI...
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) The 2-/4-port voice AT0 analog trunk interface card, processes and transmits over data communications networks voice signals for 2/4 loops of telephone exchanges. Caution: When connecting the Router 2-Port FXS/2-Port FXO FIC or the Router 4-Port FXS/4-Port FXO FIC, make sure your router has access to an IP network or some other WAN.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) The interface cables for the cards are telephone cables with ferrite core, both ends of which are RJ-11 connectors. Note: RJ-45 receptacles on the FXO/FXS cards also accept RJ-11 connectors.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-42 LEDs on the Router 1-Port E1 Voice FIC panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present; ON means a link is present.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.20.5 Connecting the Interface Cable Caution: If outdoor cabling is involved, consider to install a special lightning arrester at the input end of the interface cable for better lightning protection.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) 4.21 Router 1-Port T1 Voice FIC 4.21.1 Introduction Router 1-Port T1 Voice FIC, the 1-port T1 voice interface card, is intended for handling dense signals in a VoIP system. It delivers the VoIP function on T1 lines, allowing integrated transmission of voice and data.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-44 LEDs on the Router 1-Port T1 Voice FIC panel Description LINK OFF means no link is present; ON means a link is present.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Caution: If outdoor cabling is involved, consider to install a special lightning arrester at the input end of the interface cable for better lightning protection.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) Table 4-47 Troubleshooting by reading the LED behaviors Incorrect LED Reason Action to take behaviors Check that the power supply of the router is correctly connected.
3Com Router 5000 and Router 6000 v2.41 Module Guide Chapter 4 Flexible Interface Cards (Router 6000) LED and button Description PWR1 Steady ON means the PSU 1 is operating normally, and steady OFF means the PSU 1 is not present or has failed.
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