Cabletron Systems F6019 Installation guide

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F6019, F6059, F6069, AND F6079
FDDI NETWORK ADAPTERS
INSTALLATION GUIDE
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NOTICE
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NOTICE
Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in
specifications and other information contained in this document
without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult
Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have
been made. The hardware, firmware, or software described in this
manual is subject to change without notice.
SOFTWARE DISCLAIMER
Cabletron has tested its software with current virus checking
technologies. However, because no antivirus system is 100%
reliable, we strongly caution you to write protect and then verify
that the Licensed Software, prior to installing it, is virus-free with
an anti-virus system in which you have confidence. Cabletron
Systems makes no representations or warranties to the effect that
the Licensed Software is virus-free.
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© Copyright November 1993, Cabletron Systems, Inc.
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All Rights Reserved, Printed in the United States of America
Order Number: 9030760-01 November 93
SPECTRUM
,
LANVIEW
, and
Remote LANVIEW
are registered
trademarks of Cabletron Systems, Inc.
NuBus
is a trademark of
Texas Instruments.
UNIX
is a registered trademark of Unix System
Laboratories, Inc.
SunNet Manager
is a registered trademark of
Sun Microsystems, Inc.
Macintosh
,
A/UX
,
Apple
,
AppleLink
and
the Apple logo (
) are registered trademarks and
EtherTalk
,
MultiFinder
, and
Finder
are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
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FCC NOTICE
FCC NOTICE
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
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment uses,
generates, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed in accordance with the operator’s manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
WARNING:
Changes or modifications made to this device which
are not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
DOC NOTICE
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio
noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des
Communications du Canada.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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SAFETY INFORMATION
CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS
The F6079 is a Class 1 Laser Product
The F6079 adapter uses a Class 1 Laser transceiver.
Read the following safety information before
installing or operating the F6079 adapter.
The Class 1 laser transceivers use an optical feedback loop to
maintain Class 1 operation limits. This control loop eliminates the
need for maintenance checks or adjustments. The output is factory
set, and does not allow any user adjustment. Class 1 Laser
transceivers comply with the following safety standards:
21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services (FDA).
IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnical
Commission).
CENELEC EN 60825 (European Committee for
Electrotechnical Standardization).
When operating within their performance limitations, laser
transceiver output meets the Class 1 accessible emission limit of all
three standards. Class 1 levels of laser radiation are not considered
hazardous.
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION
CLASS 1 LASER TRANSCEIVERS
Laser Radiation and Connectors
When the connector is in place, all laser radiation remains within
the fiber. The maximum amount of radiant power exiting the fiber
(under normal conditions) is -12.6dBm or 55x10 -6 watts.
Removing the optical connector from the transceiver allows laser
radiation to emit directly from the optical port. The maximum
radiance from the optical port (under worst case conditions) is 0.8
W cm-2 or 8x10 3 W m-2 sr-1.
Do not use optical instruments to view the laser output. The use
of optical instruments to view laser output increases eye hazard.
When viewing the output optical port, power must be removed
from the network adapter.
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CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC.
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CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC.
PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT
IMPORTANT: Before utilizing this product, carefully read this license
agreement.
This document is an agreement between you, the end user, and Cabletron
Systems, Inc. ("Cabletron") that sets forth your rights and obligations with
respect to the Cabletron software program ("the Program") contained in
this package. The Program may be contained in firmware, chips, or other
media.
BY UTILIZING THE PRODUCT, YOU ARE AGREEING TO
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CABLETRON SOFTW
ARE PROGRAM LICENSE
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2. OTHER RESTRICTIONS You may not reverse engineer, decompile,
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by Cabletron in writing, Cabletron makes no warranty, express or
implied, concerning the Program (including its documentation and
media).
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INTRODUCTION
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems
F6019, F6059, F6069, and F6079
Network Adapter Installation Guide
.
This manual is a simple
installation and reference guide for the Cabletron Systems FDDI ,
and FDDI Over Copper network adapters for NuBus compatible
computers. The FDDI network adapters connect your Macintosh to
a dual ring Fiber Distributed Data Interface type network
employing Multimode Fiber, Single Mode Fiber, or 100 megabit
FDDI Over Copper technologies.
You should read through this manual to gain a full understanding
of the capabilities of the Cabletron FDDI and FDDI Over Copper
network adapters for NuBus equipped Macintosh computers.
1.1 USING THIS MANUAL
This manual is structured so that you can follow sequential
chapters as you install and test the Cabletron network adapters.
Chapter 1,
Introduction
, discusses the capabilities of the Cabletron
network adapters.
Chapter 2,
Installing the Adapter
s, contains instructions for
installing the network adapters into a Macintosh that supports
NuBus.
Chapter 3,
Installing Network Software
,
provides instructions for
installing network drivers and network management software.
Chapter 4,
Network Connections
, provides instructions for
connecting the adapters to the FDDI network.
Chapter 5,
Diagnostics
, explains how to use the diagnostic
program to verify that the network adapter is communicating
properly with the network and the computer interface.
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INTRODUCTION
Appendix A,
A/UX Driver and Utilities
, shows how to install the
Cabletron A/UX
®
driver, and use A/UX statistics and edit utilities.
Appendix B,
FDDI Media Specifications
, lists the specifications
for Multimode Fiber, Single Mode Fiber, and FDDI Over Copper
twisted pair media.
1.2 GETTING HELP
If you need additional support related to the network adapters, or
if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning
this manual, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. Before
calling Cabletron Technical Support, please have the following
information available for use by the Technical Support personnel:
The network adapter type and serial number.
The software version of the Cabletron software diskette.
Your computer model (i.e., Macintosh Quadra XXX, IIci, etc.)
and operating system (i.e., System 7.1).
The make and model of any other adapters in your system.
You can contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support by:
Phone: (603) 332-9400
FAX: (603) 335-4743
BBS: (603) 335-3358 (4 lines available)
To contact Cabletron Technical Support on the Internet, send email
to:
m
( IP address 134.141.197.25)
. Drivers are
available for anonymous FTP download from
ctron.co
m.
CompuServe subscribers can also contact Cabletron Technical
Support through the Cabletron Forum by entering:
GO CTRON
at any
!
prompt.
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1.3 NETWORK ADAPTER FEATURES
This section outlines the features of the FDDI and FDDI Over
Copper network adapters. Table 1-1, below shows the FDDI
adapter models and media variations for NUBus equipped
computers.
Table 1-1. FDDI Adapter Models and Media Types
1.3.1 F6019 Adapter Connectivity
The F6019 network adapter connects your NuBus compatible
Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard unshielded copper
twisted pair Distributed Data Interface network. The F6019
network adapter uses industry standard RJ-45 twisted pair
connectors. The F6019 adapter can be configured as either a Single
Attach-, or Dual Attach station as described in the ANSI FDDI
Over Copper Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the status of the
network link and on-board processor.
1.3.2 F6059 Adapter Connectivity
The F6059 network adapter connects your NuBus compatible
Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard unshielded copper
twisted pair Distributed Data Interface network.
Adapter Model Media
F6019 Unshielded Twisted Pair
F6059 Shielded Twisted Pair
F6069 Multimode Fiber
F6079 Single Mode Fiber
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The F6059 network adapter uses industry standard RJ-45 twisted
pair connectors. The F6059 adapter can be configured as either a
Single Attach-, or Dual Attach station as described in the ANSI
FDDI Over Copper Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the status of
the network link and on-board processor.
1.3.3 F6069 Adapter Connectivity
The F6069 FDDI network adapter connects your NuBus
compatible Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard X3T9.5
Multimode Fiber Distributed Data Interface network. The F6069
FDDI network adapters use industry standard Type S dual fiber
Multimode FDDI connectors. The F6069 adapter can be configured
as either a Single Attach, or Dual Attach station as described in the
ANSI X3T9.5 Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the status of the
FDDI Link and on-board processor.
1.3.4 F6079 Adapter Connectivity
The F6079 Single Mode FDDI network adapter connects your
NuBus compatible Macintosh computer to an ANSI Standard
X3T9.5 Single Mode Fiber Distributed Data Interface network. The
F6079 FDDI network adapters use industry standard Type S dual
fiber Single Mode FDDI connectors. The F6079 adapter can be
configured as either a Single Attach, or Dual Attach station as
described in the ANSI X3T9.5 Standard. LANVIEW LEDs show the
status of the FDDI Link and on-board processor.
1.4 SOFTWARE
Software drivers are supplied by Cabletron on a floppy diskette
supplied with the network adapter. The drivers support industry
standard ANSI X3T9.5 FDDI Protocol, Apple’s FDDITalk Interface,
and Apple’s A/UX operating system.
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1.5 STATISTICS
Statistics can be gathered for the F60XX network adapter models
either from your Macintosh, or from another workstation utilizing
Cabletron Systems’
Remote LANVIEW
®
/Windows
,
Remote
LANVIEW for SunNet Manager
®
,
or
SPECTRUM
®
. Through this
software, you can gather statistics on the adapter’s activity on the
network. For further information on gathering network adapter
statistics from another workstation, refer to the appropriate
network management manual.
The network adapter’s A/UX driver software also includes a
statistics utility. See Appendix A,
A/UX Driver and Utilities
.
1.6 LANVIEW
®
LEDs
The F60XX series of network adapters incorporate Cabletron’s
LANVIEW
®
LEDs. The LEDs help you diagnose problems, such as
a failure to establish a link between the adapter and an active
device at the other end of the network link. Individual LEDs are
provided to advise you when the adapter is connected correctly to
the network link, and when an on-board processor error occurs on
the network adapter.
1.7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - F60XX Models
System Interface Fully compatible with 32-bit NuBus,
all Macintosh and Quadra
computers that support NuBus and
NuBusII architectures.
FDDI hardware Motorola FDDI Chipset.
Data Transfer 32-bit Bus Master, implementing two
clock data transfer whenever
possible.
Buffer Memory 1 Megabyte.
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LED Indicators Processor LED (Red) - Flash rate
indicates processor status
1 flash/sec for 30 secs-
(Heartbeat - OK)
Continuous - Adapter Failure
Transmit (Green) FDDI output
Receive (Yellow) FDDI input
Link Status (Bicolor LED)
Red - No Connection
Green - Link Valid
Unlit - Signal Detect, No Link
Diagnostics Power-on diagnostics provide
functional test of adapter hardware
at power up. Status reported by
LEDs described above.
Station Management Stored in on-board RAM.
(Downloaded when network driver
loads.)
Processor Motorola 68ec020 low power CPU.
Cable Length F6019 F6019, unshielded twisted pair
FDDI Over Copper cable - supports
up to 100 meters between stations
using Category 5 unshielded
twisted pair cable.
Cable Length F6059 F6059, shielded twisted pair FDDI
Over Copper cable - supports up to
100 meters between stations using
Type 1, individually and overall
shielded, 150 ohm cable.
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Cable Length-F6069 F6069, Multimode Cable -supports
up to 2km (1.2 miles) between
stations using 62.5/125 um graded
index fiber cable.
Cable Length-F6079 F6079, Single Mode FDDI Cable-
supports up to 40 km (24 miles)
between stations using 8.7 /125 um
Single Mode Fiber Cable.
Netwk Interface F6019, F6059 - Industry standard
RJ-45 connectors. F6069, F6079 -
Industry standard S type fiber optic
connectors.
1.8 TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
1.8.1 100 Megabit/Second FDDI Over Copper
The migration of FDDI fiber optic technology to twisted pair
copper wire began with the desire to utilize inexpensive, and
previously installed twisted pair cable as a replacement for more
expensive vendor-specific media.
There are many benefits to be gained from operating FDDI
technology on twisted pair cable; increased bandwidth,
elimination of rewiring costs, reduced cost of new installations,
and simpler, and less expensive transceivers.
In pursuit of these goals, Cabletron Systems is participating in the
standards process with the American National Standards Institute
(ANSI), creating a draft standard for the transmission of 100 Mb/s
FDDI data over twisted pair copper wire. The new standards,
Twisted Pair - Physical Media Dependent (
TP-PMD
) and Shielded
Twisted Pair - Physical Media Dependent (
STP-PMD
) define the
minimum performance requirements for both shielded and
unshielded twisted pair cable.
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The guidelines for the new standard are set forth below:
Transmit distance of 100 meters for both UTP and STP cable.
The same Bit Error Rate as FDDI over fiber cable (2 x 10
-1
).
FCC Class A (commercial) certification.
European EN55022 Class A (commercial) certification.
UTP - Category 5 cable (as specified in EIA/TIA TSB-36).
STP - Type 1, individually and overall shielded, 150 ohm cable.
Some vendors are manufacturing STP-only products based on an
earlier proposal rejected by ANSI (the “Green Book Proposal”).
These products are proprietary and non-standard, and ANSI does
not recognize or support them.
The ANSI EIA/TIA 586 document was completed in 1991 and laid
the foundation for cable plants supporting data rates of 100
Megabits per second. This document specifies that MultiMode
fiber be installed for vertical riser applications and horizontal
distances greater than 100 meters.
Category 5 UTP cable is specified for desktop wiring distances up
to 100 meters and data rates up to 100 Mb/s. Two Technical System
Bulletins (TSB) were issued by EIA/TIA after ANSI EIA/TIA 586.
TSB-36 classifies UTP cables into categories 3, 4, and 5, and
provides characteristic and performance values at particular data
rates. TS8-40 classifies connector hardware (punch-down blocks,
patch panels, wall jacks, etc.) into categories 3, 4, and 5, and also
provides characteristic and performance values at particular data
rates.
Anyone considering installing a new cable plant should consult all
three documents. They are available through your local EIA
publications office - call (202) 457-4963.
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INSTALLING THE ADAPTERS
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CHAPTER 2
INSTALLING THE ADAPTERS
This chapter contains instructions for preparing and installing
your Cabletron Systems’ F60XX series network adapter into your
Macintosh computer. The F60XX series adapters are compatible
with any Macintosh that supports NuBus. The Cabletron F60XX
series adapters are software configurable; they have no jumpers or
switches.
Software installation procedures including network drivers and
management, are described in Chapter 3,
Installing Network
Software
. Chapter 4,
Network Connections
, provides instruction
for connecting the adapters to a network segment.
2.1 HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
Your Macintosh must have a NuBus slot in order to use any of the
F60XX series network adapters. The Macintosh IIsi requires an
Apple math coprocessor/NuBus adapter board to interface the
adapter to the NuBus. Because of the single slot limitation, the
Macintosh IIsi can be configured as a Single Attach Station only.
Consult the “Setting Up Your Macintosh” booklet that came with
your computer for machine-specific installation information.
2.2 UNPACKING THE ADAPTERS
The complete installation package should contain one box with a
network adapter and this manual, and a shrink-wrapped package
which contains the software diskette and the license agreement. To
unpack the card and the software, carefully remove the adapter
from the box. Leave the adapter in the conductive pouch until you
are ready to install it. Do not open the shrink-wrapped package
until you are ready to install the software. Be sure to read the
licensing agreement included in the shrink-wrapped package.
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2.3 PREPARING THE ADAPTER
The F60XX series adapters do not have any jumpers or switches.
Each adapter contains its own configuration ROM chip that sets
the card’s parameters for communication between the Macintosh
and the FDDI network.
Carefully remove the adapter (and daughter board, if a Dual
Attach configuration) from the protective pouches, and visually
inspect them.
Figure 2-1. Nomenclature, F60XX FDDI Network Adapters
!
CAUTION:
The network adapters are sensitive to static discharges.
Hold the adapter by the top of the metal bracket and the
opposite top corner. Avoid contact with the Macintosh bus
edge connector or any of the adapters components. Failure
to observe all static discharge precautions could result in
damage to the adapter.
No Connection - (red)
Signal Detect - (off)
Link - (green)
FDDI
Connector
F6069/F6079
FDDI Cable
Insertion Key
NuBUS
Connector
Ribbon Cable Connectors
to dual attach daughter board
RJ-45 Connector
F6019/F6059
Processor
(red)
LANVIEW
LEDs
Receive
(yellow)
Transmit Data
(green)
Bicolor LED
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2.4 LANVIEW LEDS
The F60XX series network adapters for the Macintosh incorporate
Cabletron Systems’ built-in visual diagnostic and status
monitoring LEDs called LANVIEW. The LANVIEW LEDs (shown
in Figure 2-1) are more effective than a network monitor, because
network troubleshooting personnel can quickly scan the LEDs to
diagnose network problems and determine which node or
segment is faulty. The F60XX series adapters employ four
LANVIEW LEDs. The functions of these LEDs are explained in the
following section.
2.4.1 Using LANVIEW LEDs
Processor LED (red)
The F60XX series adapters use an on-board Motorola 68ec020 CPU.
The Processor LED indicates the following conditions:
When the Processor LED flashes at a rate of one flash per
second (the “heartbeat”) it indicates that the processor is
functioning normally.
When the red Processor LED is illuminated in a steady state, it
indicates adapter failure.
To correct the problem, try restarting the Macintosh. (This will
reload the network driver, which will in turn, reload the SMT
management microcode).
Run the Cabletron diagnostics program successfully to ensure that
there is no “hard” problem with the adapter. If the steady state red
Processor LED indication persists, contact Cabletron Technical
Support.
The heartbeat is not a continuous signal - the one
flash-per-second indication will only be displayed for
thirty seconds after power up.
NOTE
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Receive (yellow)
The Receive LED illuminates to indicate that FDDI packets are
being received from the network.
Transmit Data (green)
The Transmit Data LED illuminates when FDDI packets are being
transmitted by the adapter onto the network.
Bicolor LED
This LED indicates one of three possible FDDI network link
conditions.
Illuminates in red to indicate No Connection to the network.
Check all connections to the network link. See that Transmit
LED is illuminated.
Remains unlit to indicate Signal Detect (a signal is being
received from the network, but the adapter is unable to
establish a link with another FDDI network device).
Illuminates in green to indicate that Link has been established
with another FDDI device in the network.
2.5 INSTALLING THE ADAPTERS
Insert the adapter into an available NuBus slot. Refer to the
“Setting Up Your Macintosh” booklet that came with your
computer for more information on installing NuBus adapters.
If you are unable to establish a link with the FDDI
network, try connecting this cable segment to a
working station. Run the diagnostic Loopback test
with a loopback connector to check the adapter.
NOTE
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INSTALLING NETWORK SOFTWARE
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CHAPTER 3
INSTALLING NETWORK SOFTWARE
This chapter contains instructions for installing the FDDITalk,
network management, and statistic software for your Macintosh.
The network software operates with both Macintosh System
6.04and later, and System 7.XX.
SOFTWARE DISCLAIMER
Cabletron has tested its software with current virus checking
technologies. However, because no antivirus system is 100%
reliable, we strongly caution you to write protect and then verify
that the Licensed Software, prior to installing it, is virus-free with
an anti-virus system in which you have confidence. Cabletron
Systems makes no representations or warranties to the effect that
the Licensed Software is virus-free.
3.1 BACKING UP YOUR SOFTWARE DISK
The adapter software is provided on a 3.5 inch disk. Be sure to read
the License Agreement included in the shrink-wrapped package.
Check the labeling on the disk to be sure you have the proper
software to run on your system. We recommend that you make a
backup copy of the software prior to using it. Follow the
procedures in your System Software User’s Manual to make a
copy of your Cabletron software disk.
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