Digital Equipment DECswitch 900EF Operating and maintenance instructions
DECswitch 900EF Router
Installation and Configuration
Order Number: EK-DEFBA-DN. A01
July 1995
This manual describes how to install and configure the DECswitch
900EF Router.
Revision/Update Information: This is a new manual.
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July 1995
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be
construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment
Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
Copyright 1995 by Digital Equipment Corporation.
All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
The following are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation: DEC, DECswitch,
DECconnect, DEChub, DECnet, Digital, HUBwatch, HUBloader, MultiSwitch, ThinWire,
and the DIGITAL logo.
AppleTalk is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
Novell and IPX are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc.
FCC NOTICE - Class A Computing Device:
This equipment generates, uses, and may emit radio frequency energy. The equipment has
been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device
pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable
protection against such radio frequency interference when operated in a commercial
environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference; in
which case, measures taken to correct the interference are at the user's expense.
VCCI NOTICE - Class 1 Computing Device:
This equipment is in the 1st Class category (information equipment to be used in commercial
and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council
for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at
preventing radio interference in commercial and/or industrial areas. Consequently, when
used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be caused to
radios and TV receivers. Read the instructions for correct handling.
CE NOTICE - Class A Computing Device:
Warning!
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Achtung!
Dieses ist ein Gerät der Funkstörgrenzwertklasse A. In Wohnbereichen können bei Betrieb
dieses Gerätes Rundfunkstörungen auftreten, in welchen Fällen der Benutzer für
entsprechende Gegenmaβnahmen verantwortlich ist.
Attention!
Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un environment domestique, ce produit risque de créer
des interférences radioélectriques, il appartiendra alors à l'utilisateur de prendre les
mesures spécifiques appropriées.
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Contents
Preface
Safety
1 Product Introduction
Overview................................................................................................................................1–1
What is the DECswitch 900EF Router? ................................................................................1–2
Features.................................................................................................................................1–3
Front Panel Features.............................................................................................................1–8
Back Panel Features............................................................................................................1–10
2 Installing the Module
Overview................................................................................................................................2–1
Installing the Module in a DEChub 900................................................................................2–2
Task 1: Compare the Power Ratings .....................................................................................2–3
Task 2: Seat the Module into the DEChub 900.....................................................................2–4
Task 3: Verify Initial LED Operation....................................................................................2–6
Task 4: Connect the Cables....................................................................................................2–7
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3 Installing the Setup Port Cable
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 3–1
Signaling Standards.............................................................................................................. 3–2
Setup Port Device Cabling.................................................................................................... 3–3
Connecting the Setup Port.................................................................................................... 3–4
4 Setting Up and Configuring the Module in a DEChub ONE
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 4–1
Accessing the Setup Port....................................................................................................... 4–2
Using Menus to Setup the Module........................................................................................ 4–3
Go to Local Console..............................................................................................................4–16
5 Configuring the Module in a DEChub 900
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 5–1
Accessing the Setup Port....................................................................................................... 5–2
DEChub 900 MultiSwitch Installation Menu....................................................................... 5–3
Using Menus to Setup the Module........................................................................................ 5–5
6 Removing the Module
Overview ............................................................................................................................... 6–1
Removing the Cables............................................................................................................. 6–2
Unseating the Module........................................................................................................... 6–3
A Problem Solving
Overview ...............................................................................................................................A–1
LED Descriptions..................................................................................................................A–2
Problem Solving Using LEDs................................................................................................A–5
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B Connector and Pin Assignments
Overview...............................................................................................................................B–1
Connector Assignments ........................................................................................................B–2
Internal and External Crossover Configurations.................................................................B–7
C Product Specifications
Overview...............................................................................................................................C–1
Operating Specifications.......................................................................................................C–2
Acoustical Specifications.......................................................................................................C–4
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Figures
Figure 1-1 Front Panel LEDs and Connectors.................................................................... 1–9
Figure 1-2 Back Panel Layout ............................................................................................1–11
Figure 3-1 Device, Cable and Connector Identification....................................................... 3–5
Figure 6-1 Cable Removal.................................................................................................... 6–3
Figure 6-2 Unseat the Module............................................................................................. 6–4
Figure B-1 Optical Bypass Relay Connector........................................................................B–2
Figure B-2 10BaseT Port Connector....................................................................................B–3
Figure B-3 AUI Port Connector...........................................................................................B–5
Figure B-4 H8571-J Adapter................................................................................................B–6
Figure B-5 H8575-A Adapter...............................................................................................B–6
Figure B-6 Crossover Configurations ..................................................................................B–7
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Tables
Table 1-1 Front Panel Feature Descriptions........................................................................1–8
Table 1-2 Back Panel Feature Descriptions.......................................................................1–10
Table A-1. Module LED States ............................................................................................A–3
Table A-2 FDDI PHY LED States .......................................................................................A–4
Table A-3 Problem Solving Using the LEDs........................................................................A–5
Table B-1. Optical Bypass Relay Connector Pin Assignments.............................................B–2
Table B-2 10BaseT Port Connector Pin Assignments.........................................................B–3
Table B-3 AUI Port Connector Pin Assignments ................................................................B–4
Table C-1 Operation Environment and Connector Specifications ......................................C–2
Table C-2 Physical Specifications and Certification............................................................C–3
Table C-3 Acoustical Specifications.....................................................................................C–4
Table C-4 Aktuelle Werte für spezielle Produkt..................................................................C–5
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Preface
Overview
About this Manual
This manual describes how to install the DECswitch 900EF Router in a
DEChub 900 MultiSwitch. This manual also describes how to configure
the DECswitch 900EF Router software to operate in either a DEChub
900 MultiSwitch or as a standalone module in a DEChub ONE docking
station.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for use by personnel who will install and
configure the DECswitch 900EF Router.
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Organization
This manual is organized as follows:
Section Description
1
P
rovides an overview of the DECswitch 900EF Router,
d
escribes its features, and lists front and back panel
f
eatures.
2
P
rovides instructions for installing the module in a
D
EChub 900 MultiSwitch.
3
P
rovides instructions for installing the setup port
c
able.
4
P
rovides instructions for configuring the module in a
D
EChub ONE.
5
P
rovides instructions for configuring the module in a
D
EChub 900 MultiSwitch.
6
P
rovides instructions for removing the module from a
D
EChub 900 MultiSwitch
A
P
rovides installation-specific troubleshooting
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nformation using the LEDs.
B
P
rovides connector and pin assignment information.
C
P
rovides product specifications.
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