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Ethernet Switch
Installation & Operation Manual
076R204-000
Issue 2
June 2003

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  • Page 1 6SHFWUD&RPP#(6# Ethernet Switch Installation & Operation Manual 076R204-000 Issue 2 June 2003...
  • Page 2 Copyright ©2003 General DataComm, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. This publication and the software it describes contain proprietary and confidential information. No part of this document may be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or reduced to any electronic or machine-readable format without prior written permission of General DataComm, Inc. The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface Safety Information ........................iv Compliance ..........................v Support Services and Training....................vi Corporate Client Services....................vi Factory Direct Support & Repair ..................vi Contact Information ......................vi Chapter 1: Introduction & Specifications Product Overview ........................1-1 Theory of Operation ......................1-2 Features and Benefits...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Chapter 4: The Web Interface Introduction to SC-ES Web Management ................4-1 Web Management Requirements ..................4-1 Starting A Web Session ....................4-2 Command Line Web Screen .................... 4-3 Chapter 5: Additional Features Overview of Additional Features ..................

  • Page 5: Preface

    (shown in blue text) to jump to that section. • Chapter 1, Introduction & Specifications describes the SpectraComm ES features and options. This chapter contains an overview of product design, intended use and technical specifications. •...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Preface Safety Information Safety Information This manual should be read in its entirety and all procedures completely understood before installing or operating the unit, including all notes, cautions and warnings (examples below). The CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER statements that appear throughout this manual are intended to provide critical information for the safety of both the service engineer and operator.

  • Page 7: Compliance

    Preface Compliance Compliance FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This device may NOT cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 8: Support Services And Training

    Preface Support Services and Training Support Services and Training General DataComm offers two comprehensive customer support organizations dedicated to pre-and post-sale support services and training for GDC products. Corporate Client Services and Factory- Direct Support & Repair assist customers throughout the world in the installation, management, maintenance and repair of GDC equipment.

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Introduction & Chapter 1: Specifications Product Overview The SpectraComm Ethernet Switch (SC-ES) provides fast ethernet connectivity within the carrier’s internal 9 ON 9 ON network, allowing efficient and secure management of LAN-attached equipment. As part of the GDC SpectraComm family of products, SC-ES offers the high reliability and NEBS safety required in carrier environments.

  • Page 10: Theory Of Operation

    Introduction & Specifications Product Overview Theory of Operation Ethernet Switching Ethernet switching establishes a direct line of communication between two ports and maintains multiple simultaneous links between various ports. This is a very efficient means of managing network traffic, in that information is sent directly from the port of origin to only its destination port. Media sharing is reduced since traffic is constrained to the segment for which it is destined, be it a server, power user or workgroup.

  • Page 11: Features And Benefits

    Introduction & Specifications Product Overview Features and Benefits • A secure ethernet switch in NEBS-compliant packaging, designed for switch/hub applications where high-quality, high-reliability, and low-cost are needed. • Provides 10/100Mbps TX ports in 9 or 18-port increments via RJ-45 UTP for connecting multiple devices or networks at LAN speed, using the existing infrastructure.

  • Page 12: Cli Management

    Introduction & Specifications Product Overview CLI Management The SC-ES employs an interactive command line interface that will feel familiar to most field personnel. Added features include auto-prompting for command arguments, recognition of abbreviated commands, online help, command line recall and an advanced utility for generating downloadable ASCII configuration files.

  • Page 13: Port Statistics

    Introduction & Specifications Port Statistics Port Statistics The SC-ES accumulates statistics for each port. Displayed at the command line interface, these statistics help in troubleshooting network problems and measuring network performance. Table 1-1 Available Port Statistics Statistics Description RX Octets Counts total bytes received by a port.

  • Page 14: Shelf / Enclosure Options

    Introduction & Specifications Shelf / Enclosure Options Shelf / Enclosure Options The SC-ES 9-Port and SC-ES 18-Port cards can be installed in a shelf that holds other compatible products in GDC SpectraComm shelves and enclosures (Figure 1-1). Compatible products include: the SCM card, SC-IP router cards, SC V.F 28.8 and Dual V.34 modems, and SpectraComm data set emulators and line terminating units.

  • Page 15: Sc-Es Applications

    Introduction & Specifications SC-ES Applications SC-ES Applications The primary application of the SCES is to provide low-cost, NEBS compliant fast Ethernet switching connectivity to the Carrier's internal LAN network. With NEBS, the SCES can be located anywhere within a Carrier's network. For instance, SC-ES can be located in the Central Office environment as part of the inside plant, or can be located in a remote office or CEV/Hut environment as part of the outside plant equipment.

  • Page 16: Large Network Applications

    Introduction & Specifications SC-ES Applications Large Network Applications Figure 1-3 shows how the SCES may be used in a larger network. A Carrier can manage equipment using a SCES at one Central Office location which has multiple remote sites (CEVs). Similarly, multiple COs can also deploy the SCES.

  • Page 17: Technical Specifications

    Introduction & Specifications Technical Specifications Technical Specifications The following tables describes the physical, operational, and environmental specifications for the SpectraComm Ethernet Switch cards (SC-ES 9-Port and SC-ES 18-Port). Conforming to these specifications ensures maximum system performance and reduces the chances of mechanical breakdown and personnel hazard.
  • Page 18 Introduction & Specifications Technical Specifications Table 1-2 Technical Specifications (Continued) Specification Description Detail Compliance Vibration Compliant with GR-63-Core, Section 4.4.4 and Section 4.4.3 Shock Compliant with GR-63-Core, Section 4.3 for Category “A” and Category “B“ Containers. Safety UL 1950 Issue 3 NEBS Level III Compliant with GR-1089-Core, GR-63-Core, GR-78-Core FCC Part 15 Class A...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2: Installation & Connections

    Installation & Connections Chapter 2: Overview This chapter describes installation and setup procedures for the SC-ES 9-Port or the SC-ES 18-Port Ethernet Switch. Procedures for both units are the same except where noted. The 9-Port and the 18- port units can be installed in a 16-slot SpectraComm shelf or a 10-slot MultiPak enclosure. The 9- Port unit can also be installed in a 2-slot SpectraComm (SC2000) shelf or a single-slot SpectraComm 1001 (SC1001) enclosure.

  • Page 20: Unpacking Instructions

    Installation & Connections Overview Unpacking Instructions The SC-ES card and components are shipped in shock-absorbent packing within a corrugated box. Table 2-1 lists the standard SC-ESP equipment. Some components will not be required/supplied for your network installation. Remove each component from the box and perform a thorough inspection.
  • Page 21 Installation & Connections Overview Table 2-2 Shelf Systems and Optional Equipment Item Description Part Number SC 1001 SpectraComm Standalone Enclosure, one slot, AC-powered, 115V 010M300-001 Enclosures SpectraComm Standalone Enclosure, one slot, AC-powered, 220V 010M300-002 SC 1002 Enclosure SpectraComm Standalone Enclosure, one slot, DC-powered 010B301-006 SC 2000 Shelves SpectraComm 2000 Shelf, two slots, non-redundant power supply...

  • Page 22: Installing The Unit In The Shelf

    Installation & Connections Shelf and Card Connections Installing the Unit in the Shelf 1. Insert the card into its slot in a SpectraComm shelf (with the GDC logo on top) until the card makes contact with the backplane. 2. Pull down the insertion/extraction tab on the front panel and firmly push the card in until it seats in the rear connectors.
  • Page 23 Installation & Connections Shelf and Card Connections SC-ES 9-PORT CONNECTOR SC-ES 9-PORT SHELF CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL DETAILS REAR SPECTRACOMM PORT 9 SHELF BACK PANEL 9 ON SHELF ADDRESS JUMPER PORT NOT USED FRONT PORTS 1-8 SC 2000 SHELF BACK PANEL PIN 8 PIN 1 CRAFT...
  • Page 24 Installation & Connections Shelf and Card Connections SC-ES 18-PORT CONNECTOR SC-ES 18-PORT SHELF CONNECTIONS FRONT PANEL DETAILS REAR PORT 9 SPECTRACOMM SHELF BACK PANEL 9 ON SHELF ADDRESS JUMPER REAR PORT 18 FRONT PORTS 1-8, 10-17 MULTI-PAK ENCLOSURE BACK PANEL PIN 8 PIN 1 SC-ES...

  • Page 25: Interface Port Descriptions

    Installation & Connections Shelf and Card Connections Interface Port Descriptions Ethernet (LAN) Ports (Interface “A”, “B” and “C” in Figure 2-1 Figure 2-2) All SC-ES Ethernet ports provide 10/100BASE-T Ethernet connectivity and require an RJ45-to- RJ45 straight-thru or crossover cable (GDC S-078H010-XXX or S-078H011-XXX). The table below describes Ethernet port pinouts.
  • Page 26 Installation & Connections Shelf and Card Connections SpectraComm Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: Sc-Es Configuration

    Show system parameters _______________________Utility Commands______________________________ batch Store and/or run commands in batch mode exit Exit SpectraComm ES Command Line Interface flash Copy flash files/select flash boot file reboot Halt and perform a reboot services Show/Enable/Disable HTTP, SNMP & TFTP Services •...
  • Page 28 SC-ES Configuration SC-ES Configuration Overview Table 3-1 Configurable Ethernet Switch Functions Function Description Parameters Port Enable Configures each port individually Enabled: Ethernet packets will be forwarded between the specified as enabled or disabled. port and the connected segment. Default: All ports enabled. Disabled: The specified port will not transmit or forward packets to the connected segment.

  • Page 29: Initializing The Sc-Es For Configuration

    SC-ES Configuration Initializing the SC-ES for Configuration Initializing the SC-ES for Configuration 1. Ensure your workstation is equipped with communication software (i.e., Hyperterminal) for making a VT-100 connection. Consult your PC’s operating system documentation for details. 2. For initial configuration of a SC-ES, you must configure a VT100-compatible terminal for the following settings: 9600,8, 3.

  • Page 30: Configuring Sc-Es With Smart Cli

    SC-ES Configuration Configuring SC-ES with Smart CLI Configuring SC-ES with Smart CLI The following paragraphs describe the basic procedures for accessing and configuring SC-ES using the command line interface (CLI). Access to the SC-ES is controlled by three CLI access modes: USER, SUPERVISOR and ADMIN.

  • Page 31: Setting Up A Typical Sc-Es Network

    SC-ES Configuration Configuring SC-ES with Smart CLI Setting up a Typical SC-ES Network The following procedure configures the SC-ES for a typical network deployment. Before configuring the SC-ES, ensure that the unit has already been initialized as described in the previous section: Initializing the SC-ES for Configuration Note...
  • Page 32 SC-ES Configuration Configuring SC-ES with Smart CLI 7. Enable the desired port by typing the specific port number, or type all if all ports are to be configured identically. Type: [port n] or [all] configure ports enable 8. Configure each enabled port for Auto-Negotiation by typing: [auto] [port n] or [all] configure ports Note...
  • Page 33 SC-ES Configuration Configuring SC-ES with Smart CLI Creating a Login Banner SC-ES is shipped from the factory with no Login banner. When you compose a Login banner, it will appear at the start of every login sequence before the Authentication banner (local or TACACS+).
  • Page 34 SC-ES Configuration Configuring SC-ES with Smart CLI 4. At the prompt, type an escape character. 5. At the prompt, enter your login message (maximum 30 lines/80 characters per line). 6. When your message is completed, type your escape character or press Ctrl-C 7.

  • Page 35: Chapter 4: The Web Interface

    The Web Interface Chapter 4: Introduction to SC-ES Web Management In addition to the command line interface at the Craft and Telnet interfaces, SC-ES provides access to a web interface through its integral HTTP server. This server allows authorized users to view and change SC-ES configuration and operation parameters in a streamlined logical format via their popular web browsers.

  • Page 36: Starting A Web Session

    This release of the SC-ES provides the web-based Command Line Interface. To start a web management session, type the IP address of a SC-ES unit or type the host name at any browser. The following login authorization screen appears: SpectraComm ES Username: Password:...

  • Page 37: Command Line Web Screen

    The Web Interface Introduction to SC-ES Web Management Command Line Web Screen Commands entered at the Command Line web screen operate exactly the same as at the telnet/ terminal CLI interface. The Command line web page displays a series of tables that allow users and supervisors to execute commands and associated arguments by clicking on the links in the table.
  • Page 38 The Web Interface Introduction to SC-ES Web Management SpectraComm Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...

  • Page 39: Chapter 5: Additional Features

    • To configure SC-ES for TP, type: configure protocol tp 3. Enable the desired protocol by typing: configure enable time Note To verify the configuration, type show time . 076R204-000 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch Issue 2 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 40: Tacacs+ Authentication Protocol

    • For help in setting TACACS+ parameters, type: configure tacacs+ ? • To show the status of TACACS+, type: show tacacs+ Figure 5-1 Help and Status Displays for TACACS+ SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...
  • Page 41 TACACS+ authentication is in use. If spaces are to be used in the description, use the “double-quoted string” format. To configure authentication banner, type: [description] configure tacacs+ banner tacacs+ [description] configure tacacs+ banner local 076R204-000 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch Issue 2 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 42 Username, Password. When using local authentication, the prompts for username/password will not be capitalized: username, password. • commands work for both local authentication and configure tacacs+ testing TACACS+ authentication. SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...

  • Page 43: Monitoring Features

    Unconnected ports will display blank fields. Port rates for an 18-port device is shown below. • To show the Port Rate monitor, type: show rate Figure 5-3 Example: Port Rate Monitor 076R204-000 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch Issue 2 Installation and Operation Manual...

  • Page 44: Ethernet Security

    For help in setting ethernet security parameters, type: configure security ? • To show the status of ethernet security, type: show security Figure 5-4 Help and Status Displays for Security (Shown SC-ES 9-Port Switch) SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...
  • Page 45 5. To prevent hacks into an unused ports, disable the port by typing: configure ports disable port Note Type show security to check the configured security settings for all ports. 076R204-000 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch Issue 2 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 46 8. To prevent hacks into an unused ports, disable the port by typing: configure ports disable port Note Type show security to check the configured security settings for all ports. SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...

  • Page 47: Port Mirroring

    ? • To show the status of Port Mirroring on each port, type: show mirror Figure 5-5 Help and Status Displays for Mirroring (Shown SC-ES 9-Port Switch) 076R204-000 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch Issue 2 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 48 EGRESS TRAFFIC (PORTS 1, 7, 8) SC-ES ROUTER PORT 1 PORT 8 PROBE/ ANALYZER PORT 9 PORT 7 (CAPTURE) Figure 5-7 Example: Egress Mirroring 5-10 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...
  • Page 49 The user should set the divide value to n = 1 to avoid congestion at the capture port. • If the capture port is set for only 10Mbps, the user should set the divide value to n = 10 to avoid congestion. 076R204-000 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 5-11 Issue 2 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 50 As congestion recovery feature, a board reset causes the SC-ES to come back up with all port configurations in effect but with port mirroring disabled. If necessary, change any port mirroring parameters as needed and then type configure mirroring enable . to resume mirroring functions. 5-12 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...

  • Page 51: Snmp Traps

    4. Configure the community name and define access privileges by typing: [community name] [access privilege] configure snmp community add enable Note Access privileges are defined as read-only ( ) or read-write ( 076R204-000 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 5-13 Issue 2 Installation and Operation Manual...
  • Page 52 Additional Features Overview of Additional Features 5-14 SpectraComm ES Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...

  • Page 53: Appendix A:application Guidelines

    Application Guidelines Appendix A: General Application Information This chapter provides additional information on standard factory default settings, access modes, Smart CLI and any special network or product considerations. Command Access Modes Access to Supervisor Mode or Admin Mode is password protected. The show supervisor command displays the current state of Supervisor Mode (enabled or disabled) and Admin Mode (on or off).
  • Page 54 Application Guidelines General Application Information SC-ES Default Configurations SC-ES is shipped from the factory with the ordered Default Profile that most suits the customer application. The Profile establishes default values for most configurable settings required by the SC-ES. Table A-1 describes Default Configuration Profile #1.

  • Page 55: Using Smart Cli

    Application Guidelines Using Smart CLI Using Smart CLI The Smart CLI commands can be executed from a hyperterminal connection, a password-protected Telnet connection or at the web interface. When using CLI at the web interface, be aware that you will not be able to execute those commands that are restricted to the ADMIN mode. The SC-ES command line interface is composed of commands, zero or more subcommands and zero or more arguments.
  • Page 56 Application Guidelines Using Smart CLI • When you type show ? the screen displays Help for all of the show sub commands: Demo_unit% show ? ___________Help for "show "______________________ accounts Show login accounts info arl-cache Show ARL cache entries (ports), required 1 parameter(s) arp-cache Show ARP cache entries (mgt) config...
  • Page 57 Application Guidelines Using Smart CLI Arguments If a command or subcommand requires arguments, you can type the ? character after the last subcommand to display a description of the required parameters to complete the command line. For example: When you type configure mgt route add ? the screen will show the three required parameters and one optional parameter used to configure a static route: Demo_unit%>...

  • Page 58: Batch Up/Download Overview

    Application Guidelines Batch Up/Download Overview Batch Up/Download Overview For advanced users with SUPERVISOR mode enabled, there is a batch feature available to simplify configuring (or re-configuring) multiple SC-ESs. This feature allows the user to upload an ASCII text batch script from a pre-configured SC-ES via the TFTP get operation. Use the show config command to view the batch script that would be generated from the SC-ES for a subsequent TFTP upload.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting Communications Problems

    Application Guidelines Troubleshooting Communications Problems Troubleshooting Communications Problems Ethernet (LAN) Communication Problems • IP Address not set correctly in SC-ES. • Cables not installed. • Default Route not set when router exists. 1. Connect a VT100-compatible terminal to the CTRL port to check the IP Address and mask in the SC-ES and ensure the values is correct.
  • Page 60 Application Guidelines Troubleshooting Communications Problems SpectraComm Ethernet Switch 076R204-000 Installation and Operation Manual Issue 2...

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