Cabletron Systems BRIM-W6 User manual

Brand: Cabletron Systems

Model: BRIM-W6

Type: User manual

BRIM-W6

USER’S GUIDE

CABLETRON SYSTEMS, P. O. Box 5005, Rochester, NH 03866-5005

BRIM-W6 USER’S GUIDE

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Printed in the United States of America

Part Number: 9031028-01 August 1995

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is a registered trademark of Cabletron Systems, Inc.

MicroMMAC

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and

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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

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This equipment uses, generates, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed in

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facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an

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by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI) aimed at preventing radio interference in commercial

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Consequently, when used in a residential area or in an adjacent area thereto, radio interference may be

caused to radios and TV receivers, etc.

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BRIM-W6 USER’S GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 USING THIS MANUAL................................................................1-1

1.2 GETTING HELP..........................................................................1-2

1.3 BRIM-W6 OVERVIEW.................................................................1-2

1.4 BRIM-W6 FEATURES.................................................................1-3

1.5 BRIM-W6 SPECIFICATIONS......................................................1-4

1.6 RELATED MANUALS..................................................................1-5

CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION

2.1 UNPACKING THE BRIM-W6 ......................................................2-1

2.2 INSTALLING WPIMs...................................................................2-2

2.3 INSTALLING THE BRIM-W6.......................................................2-3

2.3.1 Installing a BRIM-W6 in a MIM.......................................2-3

2.3.2 Installing a BRIM-W6 in a Hub .......................................2-5

CHAPTER 3 LANVIEW LEDS

3.1 BRIM-W6 LEDS...........................................................................3-1

INDEX

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Cabletron Systems

BRIM-W6 User’s Guide

. This manual

describes features, explains installation procedures, and provides

speciﬁcations for the Cabletron Systems Wide Area Network (WAN)

Bridge/Router Interface Module (BRIM). The BRIM-W6 resides in, and

provides additional connectivity/functionality to, various Cabletron

Media Interface Modules (MIMs) and standalone hubs.

1.1 USING THIS MANUAL

Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its

content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of

the BRIM-W6. You should have a general working knowledge of the

following data communications networks and their physical layer

components before using the BRIM-W6:

•WAN

• Ethernet and IEEE 802.3

• Token Ring and 802.5

The following list brieﬂy explains each chapter of the BRIM-W6 manual:

Chapter 1,

Introduction

, outlines the contents of this manual, describes

BRIM-W6 features, lists speciﬁcations, and concludes with a list of

related manuals.

Chapter 2,

Installation

, describes how to install Wide Area Network

Physical Interface Modules (WPIMs) into the BRIM-W6. This chapter

also explains how to install a BRIM-W6 into a MIM or a standalone hub.

Chapter 3,

LANVIEW LEDs

, describes how to use the BRIM-W6 LEDs

to monitor BRIM performance and status.

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INTRODUCTION

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1.2 GETTING HELP

If you need additional support related to the BRIM-W6, or if you have

any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning this manual, contact

Cabletron Systems Technical Support:

By phone ..........................(603) 332-9400

Monday-Friday; 8am - 8pm Eastern Time

By CompuServe...............GO CTRON from any ! prompt

By Internet mail ...............[email protected]

1.3 BRIM-W6 OVERVIEW

The BRIM-W6 (Figure 1-1) extends the functionality of a Cabletron MIM

or standalone hub to include remote bridging and routing capability. It

allows remote connectivity using WAN services such as T1, or Fractional

T1.

The BRIM-W6 is equipped with two slots that support Cabletron Systems

Wide Area Network Physical Interface Modules (WPIMs) for WAN

connectivity. WPIMs provide a variety of signal types including

Synchronous, T1/Fractional-T1, and E1/Fractional-E1.

Figure 1-1. The BRIM-W6

WPIM 1

WPIM 2

XMT

RCV

STS

XMT

RCV

STS

BRIM-W6

WPIM-SY

WPIM-T1

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1.4 BRIM-W6 FEATURES

Wide Area Network (WAN) Connectivity

The BRIM-W6 uses Cabletron Systems Wide Area Network Physical

Interface Modules (WPIMs) for WAN connectivity. You can easily install

WPIMs into the BRIM-W6 for the conﬁguration of your choice.

WAN Protocols

A MIM or standalone hub with a BRIM-W6 installed supports the

following WAN protocols (refer to the Release Notes included with the

host MIM or standalone hub for a list of current protocols):

• Point to Point Protocol (LCP and BNCP) as deﬁned by RFC 1331

• LAN Extender (LEX)

• Frame Relay as deﬁned by RFC 1490

MIB Support

Refer to the Release Notes included with the host MIM or standalone hub

for a list of all MIBs supported by the BRIM-W6. For information about

how to extract and compile individual MIBs, contact Cabletron Systems

Technical Support (see

Getting Help

LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs

Cabletron provides a visual diagnostic and monitoring system, called

LANVIEW, with the BRIM-W6. LANVIEW LEDs help you quickly

identify device and link status.

Connector and pinout information is located in Appendix A of

the speciﬁc WPIM Local Management Guide.

NOTE

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1.5 BRIM-W6 SPECIFICATIONS

This section describes the environmental speciﬁcations and

safety/approval requirements for the BRIM-W6. Cabletron Systems

reserves the right to change these speciﬁcations at any time without

notice.

Environmental Requirements

Operating Temperature: +5

to +40

C (41

F to 104

Non-operating Temperature: -30

to +90

C (-22

to 194

Operating Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Safety

This unit meets the safety requirements of UL1950 (without D3

deviations), CSA C22.2 No. 950, and EN60950.

EMI

This unit meets the EMI requirements of FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55022

Class A and VCCI Class I.

EMC

This unit meets the EMC requirements of EN 50082-1 including: IEC

801-2 (ESD) levels 1 through 4, IEC 801-3 (Radiated Susceptibility)

levels 1 through 4, and IEC 801-4 (EFT/B) levels 1 through 4.

NEBS

This unit has been tested by Bellcore and found to comply with the

following Bellcore standards:

TR-NWT-000063 Network Equipment Building System (NEBS)

Generic Equipment Requirements.

GR-1089-CORE EMC and Electrical Safety Generic Criteria for

Network Telecommunications Equipment.

It is the responsibility of the person who sells the system in

which the BRIM-W6 will be installed to ensure that the total

system meets allowed limits of conducted and radiated

emissions.

WARNING

RELATED MANUALS

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1.6 RELATED MANUALS

Use the manuals included with the host MIM or hub (e.g., the EMM-E6

or MicroMMAC) to supplement the procedures, and other technical data

provided in this manual. The WPIM Local Management Guide shipped

with each WPIM provides step-by-step information on setting up your

BRIM-W6 through local management and provides WAN interface cable

pinouts. This manual references procedures in these manuals, where

appropriate, but does not repeat them.

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CHAPTER 2

INSTALLATION

This chapter contains instructions for unpacking the BRIM-W6, installing

WPIMs, and installing the BRIM-W6 into Cabletron devices that support

BRIM technology.

To install the BRIM-W6 and WPIMs, you need the following equipment:

• 1 disposable grounding strap (provided with any MIM or hub)

• 1 Phillips screwdriver.

2.1 UNPACKING THE BRIM-W6

Unpack the BRIM-W6 as follows:

1. Remove the shipping box material covering the BRIM-W6.

2. Carefully remove the module from the shipping box. Leave the

module in its non-conductive bag until you are ready to install.

3. Attach the disposable grounding strap to your wrist and to a proper

ground (refer to the instructions outlined on the grounding strap

package).

4. After removing the module from its non-conductive bag, visually

inspect the device. If you notice any signs of damage, contact

Cabletron Systems Technical Support immediately.

The BRIM-W6 and the host hub are sensitive to static

discharges. Use a grounding strap and observe all static

precautions during this procedure. Failure to do so could

result in damage to the BRIM-W6 or the host hub.

CAUTION

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2.2 INSTALLING WPIMs

To install a WPIM into the BRIM-W6:

1. Attach the disposable grounding strap to your wrist (refer to the

instructions outlined on the disposable grounding strap package).

2. Remove the two faceplate screws from the BRIM-W6. See Figure 2-1.

3. Remove the faceplate.

4. Insert the connector pins of the WPIM into the connector on the

BRIM-W6. See Figure 2-1.

Figure 2-1. Installing WPIMs

5. Press down firmly on the WPIM until the pins slide all the way into the

connector holes. Ensure that the WPIM seats flush on the standoffs.

6. Secure the WPIM with the screws provided with the WPIM.

7. Attach the faceplate using the faceplate screws.

WPIM CONNECTOR

BRIM CONNECTOR

STANDOFF

WPIM 1

WPIM 2

XMT

RCV

STS

XMT

RCV

STS

BRIM-W6

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FACEPLATE SCREWS

INSTALLING THE BRIM-W6

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2.3 INSTALLING THE BRIM-W6

You can install a BRIM-W6 in most Cabletron devices that support BRIM

technology (e.g., EMM-E6, or MicroMMAC). Refer to the release notes

for the version of ﬁrmware running on the Cabletron device to make sure

that the BRIM-W6 is supported. The following subsections provide

generic instructions for installing a BRIM-W6 in a MIM or standalone

hub. Refer to your speciﬁc MIM or standalone hub documentation for

exact BRIM slot and connector locations.

2.3.1 Installing a BRIM-W6 in a MIM

To install a BRIM-W6 in a MIM that supports BRIM technology:

1. Power down the MMAC hub and remove all power cords.

2. Disconnect all cables from the MIM. Note the ports to which these

cables attach.

3. Attach the disposable grounding strap to your wrist (refer to the

instructions outlined on the disposable grounding strap package).

4. Unscrew the top and bottom knurled knobs of the MIM face plate.

5. Slide out the MIM, and place it on its side with the internal

components facing up.

6. Remove the mounting screws and the BRIM coverplate.

See Figure 2-2.

Only qualified personnel should install the BRIM-W6.

CAUTION

Cabletron recommends that you power down your hub even

though Cabletron MIMs have “hot swap” capabilities.

NOTE

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Figure 2-2. Removing the BRIM Coverplate

Figure 2-3. Installing the BRIM-W6

BRIM

COVERPLATE

STANDOFF

STANDOFF SCREW

MOUNTING

SCREW

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MOUNTING SCREW

STANDOFF

FACEPLATE

MOUNTING SCREW

BRIM

CONNECTOR

BRIM-W6

WPIM1

WPIM2

RCV

XMT

STS

XMT

RCV

STS

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7. Place your BRIM-W6 behind the MIM face plate. See Figure 2-3.

8. Insert the connector pins of the BRIM-W6 into the BRIM connector

on the MIM.

9. Press down firmly on the back of the BRIM-W6 until the pins slide all

the way into the connector holes.

10. Reinstall the mounting screws, and install the standoff screws.

11. Reinstall the MIM in the MMAC.

12. Reattach all MMAC power cords.

13. Reattach the network cabling to the MIM.

14. Refer to your specific WPIM Local Management Guide to configure

the BRIM-W6 through local management or for connector and pinout

information.

2.3.2 Installing a BRIM-W6 in a Hub

To install a BRIM-W6 into a standalone hub that supports BRIM

technology:

1. Power down the hub and remove the power cord.

2. Disconnect all cables from the hub. Note the ports to which these

cables attach.

Ensure that the standoffs on the MIM align with the standoff

screw holes on the BRIM.

NOTE

Ensure that you remove the power cord and ONLY the screws

required to remove the chassis cover. Failure to comply could

result in an electric shock hazard.

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3. Attach the disposable grounding strap to your wrist (refer to the

instructions outlined on the disposable grounding strap package).

4. Remove the hub chassis cover. Refer to your specific hub

documentation for instructions on removing the hub chassis cover.

5. Remove the faceplate mounting screws and the BRIM coverplate. See

Figure 2-2.

6. Place your BRIM-W6 behind the hub face plate. See Figure 2-3.

7. Insert the connector pins of the BRIM-W6 into the hub connector.

8. Press down firmly on the back of the BRIM-W6 until the pins slide all

the way into the connector holes.

9. Reinstall the faceplate mounting screws, and install the standoff

screws.

10. Reattach the chassis cover to the hub, reconnect the power cord, and

reconnect the hub to your network.

11. Refer to your specific WPIM Local Management Guide to configure

the BRIM-W6 through local management or for connector and pinout

information.

Ensure that the standoffs on the hub align with the standoff

screw holes on the BRIM-W6.

NOTE

Ensure that the chassis cover is in place before reconnecting

the power cord.

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CHAPTER 3

LANVIEW LEDS

This chapter describes how to use the LANVIEW LEDs to monitor BRIM

status and diagnose BRIM problems.

Figure 3-1. LANVIEW LEDs

3.1 BRIM-W6 LEDS

Each WPIM has a Transmit (XMT), Receive (RCV), and Status (STS)

LED. The following section describes each LED.

Table 3-1. BRIM-W6 LEDs

LED Color Description

XMT

(Transmit)

Green

(Flashing)

WPIM is transmitting packets.

OFF The WPIM is not transmitting packets or the

port is disabled.

RCV

(Receive)

Yellow

(ﬂashing)

The WPIM is receiving packets.

OFF The WPIM is not receiving packets or the

port is disabled.

WPIM 1

WPIM 2

XMT

RCV

STS

XMT

RCV

STS

WPIM 1 Status LEDs

WPIM 2 Status LEDs

BRIM-W6

WPIM-SY

WPIM-T1

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STS

(Status)

OFF Port disabled.

Red

(solid)

Port enabled, no link, no test.

Red

(ﬂashing)

Port enabled, link, fault, no test.

Yellow

(solid)

Port enabled, link, no fault, no test, standby.

Yellow

(ﬂashing)

Port enabled, no fault, test.

Green

(solid)

Port enabled, no fault, no test, no standby,

normal.

Table 3-1. BRIM-W6 LEDs (Continued)

LED Color Description

Index-1

BRIMs

Installing in a Hub 2-5

Installing in a MIM 2-3

Cabletron Systems Technical

Support 1-2

EMC 1-4

EMI 1-4

Environmental Requirements 1-4

LANVIEW LEDs

Overview 1-3

MIB Support 1-3

WAN Protocols 1-3

WPIMs

Installation 2-2

INDEX

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