3Com CoreBuilder 9000 ATM Switch Fabric Module Quick Start Guide

ATM SWITCH FABRIC MODULE
QUICK START GUIDE
For the CoreBuilder™ 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch
This guide explains how to install a CoreBuilder™ 9000 ATM Switch
Fabric Module into a CoreBuilder 9000 chassis, how to power on the
system, and how to perform an initial configuration.
ATM Switch Fabric
Module Description
The ATM Switch Fabric Module has a switching capacity of 15 Gbps. The
high-performance, line-rate non-blocking ATM Switch Fabric Module
features highly integrated ASICs that account for its scalable,
leading-edge performance and functionality. The module incorporates
on-board ATM control hardware for scaling the performance of Switched
Virtual Channel Connections (SVCs).
Figure 1 shows the faceplate of the ATM Switch Fabric Module. Note
that, in the figure, the Module is shown on its side; you install it vertically
into the CoreBuilder 9000 chassis with the module status LEDs on top.
Figure 1 ATM Switch Fabric Module Faceplate
Module Status LED
PCMCIA Status LEDs
RS-232 Console Port
The Module Status LED indicates the ATM Switch Fabric Module’s status.
The dual PCMCIA slot has two indicator LEDs and the Console port has
one indicator LED. The PCMCIA slot can hold a 10Base-T Ethernet LAN
PC card to support a management Ethernet connection should one be
required.
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Audience Description
This guide is intended for the system administrator, network equipment
technician, or network manager who is responsible for installing and
managing interface modules designed for operation with network
hardware, such as, the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch. It
assumes a working knowledge of network operations and familiarity with
communications protocols that are used in networks.
This guide is intended for trained technical personnel only. Do not
attempt to remove or replace a CoreBuilder 9000 ATM Switch Fabric
Module if you have not had the proper training from 3Com. For training
information, call 1-800-NET-3COM.
Safety Precautions
When you handle components in a CoreBuilder 9000 system, be sure
that you follow all safety precautions. To avoid electric shocks, burns, or
equipment damage, read and follow these warnings:
WARNING: Hazardous energy exists within the CoreBuilder system. Use
extreme caution when you install, remove or replace the ATM Switch
Fabric Module.
WARNING: Allow only trained service personnel to install, remove or
replace a module.
WARNING: Before you open the chassis, always unplug the power cord.
WARNING: When the system is on, never insert metal objects such as a
screwdriver or a finger with jewelry into open module slots.
WARNING: When the system is on, do not touch any connections within
the chassis with your hands or fingers. Do not insert metal objects into
the backplane.
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ESD Safety Information
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can damage components on the system
module. ESD, which occurs when the processor is improperly handled,
can cause complete or intermittent failures.
CAUTION: To prevent ESD-related damage:
Always wear a ESD wrist strap, ensuring that the strap is firmly
secured to your wrist.
Keep the ATM Switch Fabric Module in its antistatic shielded bag until
you are ready to install it.
When working with CoreBuilder 9000 components, always place the
component on the antistatic bag that it was shipped in.
Handling Precautions
When you handle the ATM Switch Fabric Module, follow these
precautions:
Always handle the Module by the faceplate only.
Do not touch the components, pins, leads, or solder connections.
When you insert the Module into the board guides, do not twist or
otherwise force the module into the chassis.
Before you push the board Module into the chassis, make sure that
the module ejectors are open.
When you slide the Module into place, match the upper and lower
module guides.
Précautions de
sécurité
Lorsque vous manipulez les éléments du système CoreBuilder 9000,
veillez à bien respecter les précautions de sécurité. Pour éviter les
décharges électriques, les brûlures, l’incendie ainsi que pour ne pas
endommager l’équipement, veuillez lire et respecter les précautions
suivantes:
AVERTISSEMENT: Le système CoreBuilder 9000 contient une énergie qui
peut être dangereuse. Soyez trez minutieux lorsque vous installez, ôtez
ou replacez un Module Interface ATM.
AVERTISSEMENT: Seul un personnel habilité à le faire peut installer, ôter
ou remplacer un Module Interface ATM.
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AVERTISSEMENT: Lorsque le système CoreBuilder 9000 est sous tension,
ne jamais insérer des objets tels que tournevis ni même des doigts portant
des bijoux dans les emplacements d’un module ouvert. Lorsque le
système est sous tension, ne touchez aucune connexion du châssis avec
les mains ou les doigts. Ne pas insérer d’objets métalliques dans la face
arrière.
AVERTISSEMENT: Ne pas brancher, allumer ou essayer de faire
fonctionner un module d’évidence défectueux.
AVERTISSEMENT: Pour vous protéger les yeux lors de l’installation du
Module d’Interface ATM, respectez les précautions suivantes:
Bien que les LEDs et lasers des communications de données utilisés dans
ce produit soient conformes aux normes d’exposition oculairs éventuelle,
3Com vous recommande, comme pour toute lumière vive, de ne pas
regarder directement la source de lumière.
Information sur la prévention de décharges électrostatiques
Les décharges électrostatiques peuvent endommager des éléments du
module. Ces décharges, qui surviennent lors d’une manipulation
inadéquate du module, peuvent entraîner une défaillance temporaire ou
permanente.
ATTENTION: Pour éviter des dommages électrostatiques:
Assurez-vous d’être bien branché à la terre. Utilisez un sous-pied et un
tapis relié à la terre ou portez un bracelet mis à la terre et veillez à ce
que le contact dermique soit bon. Conservez le module dans un sac
antistatique jusqu’à son installation.
Précautions de manipulation
Respectez les précautions suivantes lorsque vous manipulez le
Module Interface ATM:
Tenez le module par son panneau avant uniquement.Ne pas toucher
les éléments, broches, branchements ou soudures.Avant d’insérer le
module dans le châssis, assurez-vous que les poignées
d’insertion/d’éjection sont ouvertes.
Lorsque vous faites glisser le module dans le châssis, faites coïncider
les rails inférieurs et supérieurs. Ne jamais forcer lorsque vous insérez
le module dans les rails.
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Sicherheitsvorkehrugen
Halten Sie beim Umgang mit Modulen des CoreBuilder-9000-Systems
unbedingt alle Sicherheitsvorkenhrungen ein. Lesen und befoldgen Sie
folgende Warnungen, um elektrische Schläge, Verbrennungen, Brände
oder Materialschäden zu vermeiden:
Im CoreBuilder-System existieren hohe elektrische Spannungen. Sie
sollten deshalb das ATM-Schnittstellen-Modul nur mit aüßerster Vorsicht
installieren, entfernen oder tauschen.
Das ATM-Schnittstellen-Modul darf nur von ausgebildetem
Service-Personal installiert, entfernt oder getauscht werden.
Führen Sie bei eingeschaltetem CoreBuilder-9000-System niemals
Metallgegenstände wie Schraubenzieher oder Schmuck an Fingern in
offene Modulschlitze ein. Berühren Sie bei eingeschaltetem System keine
Verbindungsstellen in Gerät mit Händen oder Fingern. Setzen Sie keine
Metallgegenstände in die Rückwand ein.
Versuchen Sie nicht, ein offensichtlich beschädigtes Modul zu installieren
oder in Betrieb zu nehmen.
Halten Sie sich beim Installieren des ATM-Scnittstellen-Moduls zur
Gewährleistung des optischen Sicherheit an folgende Vorkehrung:
Obwohl die für die Datenkommunikation verwendeten LEDs und
Laser-Dioden die Sicherheitvorkehrungen für zufälligen Augenkontakt
erfüllen, entsprechend wie bei anderen hellen Lichtquellen, empfiehlt
3Com nicht direkt in die Lichtquellen zu blicken.
Sicherheitsinformationen für elektrostatische Entladungen
Elektrostatische Entladungen (ESD) können einzelne Baugruppen oder
das gesamte Modul beschädigen. ESD können vorkommen, wenn das
Modul nicht richtig gehandhabt wird und können eine dauerhafte oder
zeitweilige Fehlfunktion bewirken.
VORSICHT: Zur Verhütung von Schadën durch ESD:
Vergewissern Sie sich, daß Sie richtig geerdet sind. Benutzen Sie ein
Fußband und eine geerdete Matte oder tragen Sie ein geerdetes
Handgelenkband mit gutem Hautkontakt.
Lassen Sie das Modul bis zur Installation in der Anti-Statik-Tasche.
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Vorkehrungen beim Umgang mit dem Modul
Beachten Sie folgende Vorkehrungen beim Umgang mit dem
ATM-Scnittstellen-Modul:
Fassen Sie das Modul immer nur an der Frontplatte an.
Berühren Sie nicht die Baugruppen, Stifte, Leitungen oder
Lötverbindungen.
Vergewissern Sie sich vor dem Einschieben des Modules, daß die
beiden Bügel zum Einschieben bzw. Entfernen offen stehen.
Achten Sie beim Einschieben des Moduls darauf, daß es sich in der
oberen und unteren Führungsschiene befindet.
Achten Sie beim Einschieben des Moduls darauf, daß Sie es nicht
verkannten. Schieben Sie das Module nicht mit Gewalt in das Gerät.
Unpacking
Procedures
Use the following procedure when you unpack the ATM Switch Fabric
Module:
1 Verify that the ATM Switch Fabric Module is the correct model by
comparing the model number listed on the side of the shipping carton
with the model number that you ordered. (The model number can also be
found on the board itself.)
2 Remove the Module, in its antistatic bag, from the shipping carton.
3 Ensure that the box containing your CoreBuilder 9000 ATM Switch Fabric
Module also contains:
10 Mbps Ethernet PC-MCIA card with PC-MCIA to female RJ-45
connector.
All shipping cartons are reusable. After removing the contents, replace
the packing materials and store the shipping carton for future use.
4 Remove the ATM Switch Fabric Module from the antistatic bag and
inspect it for damage.
If the module appears to be damaged, replace it in the antistatic bag,
return it to the shipping carton, and contact your 3Com Representative.
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Installing the ATM
Switch Fabric Module
into the Chassis
This section describes how to install the ATM Switch Fabric Module into
the CoreBuilder 9000 chassis.
Installation Equipment
To install the ATM Switch Fabric Module you need:
The ATM Switch Fabric Module with its antistatic bag
A #2 flathead screwdriver
Two captive screws (attached to the ATM Switch Fabric Module)
Preparing the Chassis
Slots 8 and 9 in the CoreBuilder 9000 chassis are available for installing
the ATM Switch Fabric Module. Slot numbers are located on the top of
the chassis for easy identification (Figure 2).
The CoreBuilder 9000 chassis is shipped with slot 8 open; slot 9 is
covered with a protective plate. The primary ATM Switch Fabric Module is
installed in slot 8. A secondary Switch Fabric Module is installed in slot 9
when two switch modules are being used for redundancy purposes.
Figure 2 The CoreBuilder Chassis with Slots 1 and 8 Open
Slot Numbers
Slot # 8
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Removing the Protective Plates from the Chassis
If you want to install a redundant ATM Switch Fabric Module in slot 9,
you must remove the protective plate from slot 9 as follows:
1 With a #2 flat-head screwdriver, loosen the captive screws.
2 Slide the plate out of the chassis and remove it with the screws in place.
3 Put the plate aside for future use.
If you are not using a particular slot at this time, it is recommended to
leave its protective plate on.
Installation Procedure
To install the ATM Switch Fabric Module into the chassis:
Before you start the installation process, see “Safety Precautions” on page
2.”
1 Pick up the ATM Switch Fabric Module and hold it in a vertical position,
with the faceplate facing you and the LEDs at the top, and the
components facing to the right (Figure 3).
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2 Align the Module with the proper slot guides as described, and slide the
Module partially into the slot. Make sure that the top and bottom edges
are in the same slot.
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3 Open the module ejector handles completely (Figure 4).
Figure 4 Module Ejector Handles in the Open Position
Module ejector handles
WARNING: Hazardous energy levels exist inside of the chassis. Do not
place hands or objects into the chassis or touch components on an
inserted module.
4 Push on the captive screws to further insert the Module, until it is
completely into the slot and the module ejector handles begin to close
(Figure 5).
Figure 5 Pushing the ATM Switch Fabric Module into the Backplane
Captive screws
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5 To engage the Module and chassis backplane connectors, push both
module ejector handles simultaneously inwards toward the faceplate,
locking the module (Figure 6). You feel a slight resistance as the
connectors engage.
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CAUTION: If the resistance is too great, the ATM Switch Fabric Module
and backplane connectors may not be aligned. Forcing the ATM Switch
Fabric Module inward can damage the module or backplane connectors.
If necessary, remove and reinsert the ATM Switch Fabric Module, ensuring
that the connectors are properly aligned. Do not tighten the captive
screws to seat the module.
6 Using the #2 flat-head screwdriver tighten the two screws located on the
top and bottom of the ATM Switch Fabric Module.
CAUTION: To ensure adequate cooling air flow in the chassis, make sure
that blank faceplates cover all empty slots.
Removing an ATM
Switch Fabric Module
This section describes how to remove an ATM Switch Fabric Module.
To remove an ATM Switch Fabric Module:
1 Record the cabling scheme.
2 Disconnect all cables from the ATM Switch Fabric Module.
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3 Loosen the two captive screws that secure the ATM Switch Fabric Module
to the chassis.
4 Move the module ejector handles to the outward position (Figure 7).
5 Gently slide the ATM Switch Fabric Module out of the chassis.
Figure 7 Removing the ATM Switch Fabric Module from the Chassis
Opening the ejector handles
Installing the PCMCIA
LAN PC Card
The ATM Switch Fabric Module has two slots for PCMCIA cards.
Only slot 1 is available in Release 1.5.0.
One 10Base-T Ethernet LAN PC card is packaged with the ATM Switch
Fabric Module. You install the PCMCIA Card into slot 1 (the right-hand
slot) in the ATM Switch Fabric Module following the instructions written
on the label affixed to the card.
The PCMCIA Card is optional; the system functions without the card.
Installation Equipment
To install the ATM Switch Fabric Module you need:
The ATM Switch Fabric Module
A PCMCIA LAN PC card (included with the ATM Switch Fabric Module)
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Installation Procedure
To install the PCMCIA LAN PC card into the ATM Switch Fabric Module:
1 Hold the card with the female connector facing away from you (Figure 8)
2 Insert the card into slot 1 (Figure 9).
Figure 8 Installing a PCMCIA Card
Female connectors
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INSERT
Directional label
THIS SIDE UP
3C589D
For 10BASE-T
and Coax
CAUTION: Do not force the card into the slot. If the card will not go in
easily, contact your 3Com Representative.
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Figure 9 PCMCIA Slot 1
Module Status LED
Standby LED
Active LED
PCMCIA Status LEDs
PCMCIA Slot 1
Connecting the LMA
to the Console Port
System States
To locally manage the ATM Switch Fabric Module using the Local
Management Application (LMA), connect a RS-232 cable with a DB-9
Female Pin to the console port on the faceplate of the Module (Figure 1).
This section describes the different system states of the ATM Switch
Fabric Module and how they are indicated on the LED panel. The system
states are:
Power-on
Normal Operation
Failure
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Power-On
The power-on phase of the ATM Switch Fabric Module consists of the
following steps:
Diagnostics
Hardware and software initialization
Execution of operational software
Turning on appropriate LEDs
The behavior of the ATM Switch Fabric Module LEDs during power on is
described in the following sections.
Module Status LED The Module Status LED indicates the system state
of the ATM Switch Fabric Module. Referring to Figure 10, this LED is
located on the top of the ATM Switch Fabric Module (shown on the left
of the figure).
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During the power on phase, the Module Status LED blinks green. When
the power on phase has completed successfully, normal operation begins
and the Module Status LED stops blinking and remains a steady green. If
one of the power on diagnostic tests fails, the Module Status LED turns to
steady yellow. The entire power on phase takes about 30 seconds.
Table 1 shows the Module Status LED indications.
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Table 1 Module Status LED Indications
LED Indication
Blinking?
Off
Green
System Event
Incomplete insertion of the ATM
Switch Fabric Module, or no power
to unit.
Yes
Power up sequence in process.
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Table 1 Module Status LED Indications
LED Indication
Blinking?
System Event
Green
No
Power up sequence completed with
no errors and operational software
executing normally.
Yellow
No
Failure
Active and Standby LEDs The Active and Standby LEDs (see
Figure 10) indicate the ATM Switch Fabric Module operative status. In
normal operation, the switch module in slot 8 has only the activeLED lit.
The redundant switch in slot 9 has only the secondary LED lit. These LEDs
are turned on during power on.
Console Status LED The Console Status LED (Figure 10) is green when
the console function has been enabled and the ATM Switch Fabric
Module can be managed through the console port, otherwise it is yellow.
This LED is turned on during power on.
PCMCIA Status LEDs The PCMCIA slot 2 is permanently disabled; its
LED does not light when a PCMCIA LAN PC Card is inserted into the slot.
The PCMCIA card, is installed into slot 1. When the card is installed into
the slot, the slot 1 LED is lit. If there is no card in the slot, the LED does
not light.
During normal operation, the PCMCIA Status LED indicates the state of
the LAN PC card Ethernet interface installed in its slot. The LAN PC card
has three states which are summarized in Table 2.
Table 2 LAN PC card states
PCMCIA State
LED Color
Blinking?
LAN PC card is in slot #1 and is
initialized.
Green
No
A frame is being received.
Green
Yes
LAN PC card failure.
Yellow
No
In case of failure of the LAN PC card, see the Enterprise ATM Switch
Module User Guide Appendix C, Troubleshooting.
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Normal Operation
After successful completion of the power on phase, the ATM Switch
Fabric Module begins to function in the normal state. Under normal
operation, the Module Status LED is steady green. If a failure in the ATM
Switch Fabric Module occurs, the Module Status LED turns a steady
yellow.
Failure State
A failure state in the ATM Switch Fabric Module is indicated in two ways:
The Module Status LED turns yellow
The Module Status LED blinks green for more than 30 seconds.
In case of failure in the ATM Switch Fabric Module, see Enterprise ATM
Switch Module User Guide Appendix C, Troubleshooting
Software
Download/Upgrade
Facility
The software upgrade facility allows you to download the software you
need to get the CoreBuilder 9000 ATM Enterprise Switch functioning
normally. This software can be upgraded as needed. Consult your 3Com
representitive for information about upgrading the software.
There are three CoreBuilder 9000 software units which can be
downloaded:
ATM Switch Fabric Software
ATM Interface Module Software
Monitor Software.
Consult the Release Notes to see which software units need to be
downloaded for the current upgrade.
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The download can be performed using one of the following methods:
Download by RS-232 serial port using a local PC terminal
Download by TFTP
CAUTION: Make sure that the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch
is properly grounded before starting to work.
Hardware/Software Requirements
The following items are required for loading the software:
PC 486 or higher, running MS-Windows 3.1 or higher with
MS-Terminal emulator software such as PCPlusTM
RS-232 port and cable
3Com's CoreBuilder 9000 current software release
Connecting to the Control Port
Set your PC terminal emulation to the following parameters:
RS-232 Upgrade
Instructions
8 data bit
1 stop bit
no parity
no XON/XOFF
9600 Baud
Binary transfer set to Xmodem/CRC. (i.e., Setting > binary transfer >
Xmodem/CRC.)
You can download the software via the RS-232 terminal while the
application is running or by rebooting the switch. You can download all
the software units you need in one continuous dialog.
Preparations The following steps need to be done before you can
begin the down load proceedure:
1 Log into the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch Local Management
Access (LMA) See “Starting Up” on page 24 for complete log in instructions.
2 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by entering the command: 1 7 at the Main
Menu prompt.
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3 Wait until the following display appears:
Bootstrap V1.5 Mar 18 1998
CB9000 3Com NCD
=====================
4 Press the "Shift" key and do not release it.
5 While holding down the "Shift" key, press the "U" key 3 to 4 times.
ATM Switch Fabric Module Monitor Download
To download the ATM Switch Fabric Module Monitor software, use the
following procedure:
1 Wait until the "AFTER DOWNLOAD (go to MON)" message is displayed,
then change the baud rate to 57600.
2 Press "Enter" twice.
3 After the "=>" prompt is displayed, type dm 60 and press "Enter".
4 Set the modem type to "XMODEM".
5 Download the "Cb9mon.cel" file.
6 After the "=>" prompt is displayed, change the baud rate to 9600.
7 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by switching the power off and then back
on.
ATM Switch Fabric Module Software Download
To preform the ATM Switch Fabric Module software download:
1 Log into the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch Local Management
Access (LMA) See “Starting Up” on page 24 for complete log in
instructions.
2 Set the download flag to 1 entering the command, 1 1 3 at the Main
Menu prompt.
3 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by entering the command, 1 7 at the
Main Menu prompt.
4 Wait until the "AFTER DOWNLOAD (go to MON)" message is displayed,
then change the baud rate to 57600.
5 Press "Enter" twice.
6 After the "=>" prompt is displayed, type do and press "Enter".
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7 Set the modem type to "XMODEM".
8 Download the "Cb9swm.cel" file.
9 Skip to the next section if Interface Module software download is also
required.
10 After the "=>" prompt is displayed, change the baud rate to 9600.
11 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by switching the power off and then back
on.
ATM Interface Module Software Download
To preform the ATM Interface Module Software download use the
following instructions:
1 Log into the CoreBuilder 9000 LMA. See “Starting Up” on page 24 for
complete log in instructions.
2 Set the download flag to 1 entering the command, 1 1 3 at the Main
Menu prompt.
3 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by entering the command, 1 7 at the
Main Menu prompt.
4 Wait until the "AFTER DOWNLOAD (go to MON)" message is displayed,
then change the baud rate to 57600
5 Press Enter twice.
-----------------------------------------CoreBuilder 9000
ATM Enterprise Switch
-------------------------------------Access level (read, write, admin): admin
Password: *****
6 After the "=>" prompt is displayed, type dm 43 and press "Enter".
7 Set the modem type to "XMODEM".
8 Download the "Cb9ifc.cel" file.
9 After the "=>" prompt is displayed, change the baud rate to 9600.
10 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by switching the power off and then back
on.
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TFTP Upgrade
Instructions
This section describes the procedure used to download software via TFTP.
ATM Interface and Switch Fabric Modules Software Download
To download software for the CoreBuilder 9000 ATM Interface Module or
for the ATM Switch Fabric Module, use the following procedure.
1 Log into the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch Local Management
Access (LMA) See “Starting Up” on page 24 for complete log in
instructions.
2 Perform TFTP download of SWM Application SW 1.2FB (Cb9swm.cel) by
entering the command, 1 3 2 at the Main Menu prompt.
3 Perform TFTP download of IFC Application SW 1.22 (Cb9ifc.cel) by
entering the command, 1 3 2 at the Main Menu prompt.
ATM Switch Fabric Module Monitor Software Download
To download the Monitor Software for the ATM Switch Fabric Module,
use the following procedure.
1 Log into the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch Local Management
Access (LMA). See “Starting Up” on page 24 for complete log in
instructions.
2 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by entering the command, 1 7 at the
Main Menu prompt.
3 Prepare the CoreBuilder 9000 for download
4 Wait until the following display appears:
Bootstrap V1.5 Mar 18 1998
CB9000 3Com NCD
=====================
5 Press the "Shift" key and do not release it.
6 While holding down the "Shift" key, press the "U" key 3 to 4 times.
7 Wait until the "AFTER DOWNLOAD (go to MON)" message is displayed,
then change the baud rate to 57600.
8 Press "Enter" twice.
9 After the "=>" prompt is displayed type, dm 60 and press "Enter".
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10 Set the modem type to "XMODEM".
11 Download the "Cb9mon.cel" file.
12 After the "=>" prompt is displayed, change the baud rate to 9600.
13 Reboot the CoreBuilder 9000 by switching the power off and then back
on.
If you have rebooted the CoreBuilder 9000 and still need to download
another software unit, repeat the procedure from step 1 for the next
software unit.
Verifying TFTP
Download Status
After you have downloaded your software, verify the success status of
the download as follows:
1 Log into the CoreBuilder 9000 LMA. See “Starting Up” on page 24 for
complete log in instructions.
2 Download Status entering the command, 1 3 1 at the Main Menu
prompt.
Table 3 Download messages
Message
Meaning and Action
System is loading from ip address,
file. Received n%
System loading
Completed successfully
Download completed
Unknown
No activity, nothing downloaded
Error while downloading
CRC error, download again. If the
error persists, contact 3Com
technical support.
No response from server
Bad connection
- check cable connection
- check if TFTP server is up
- check TFTP server IP address
Checksum error
Download again
Image is incompatible with the
device
The downloaded file properties [e.g.
name] does not match the internal
CB list of properties
Image file not found
Check if the file exists in the path
System Loader cannot reach the
server
Check the following:
- cable connection
- if TFTP server is up
- TFTP server IP address
(continued)
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Table 3 Download messages (continued)
Message
Meaning and Action
Flash memory partially erased
After downloading Switch Fabric
software: Download software again
via RS-232 port.
After downloading ATM Interface
Module software: Download
software again via TFTP.
Configuring the ATM
Switch Fabric Module
After you have physically connected the ATM Interface Module to your
site network devices and power has been applied, you must define some
parameters that enable the ATM Switch Fabric Module to function within
the network.
The CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch local management software
features an Integrated Fast Setup procedure that configures the
CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch and all ATM Interface Modules that
are installed in the CoreBuilder 9000 in one process.
Although there are other methods that can be used to define the
parameters (discussed in the Switch Fabric Module User Guide), the Fast
Setup is the fastest and easiest method of defined the essential
parameters needed to get your network running.
3Com recommends that you run the fast setup program after you have
installed the ATM Interface and Switch Fabric modules.
If you are installing the ATM Interface Module and the ATM Switch Fabric
Module at the same time, you only need to perform the Integrated Fast
Setup procedure once; both modules will be configured.
If you have already installed and configured the CoreBuilder 9000
Enterprise ATM Switch and you now wish to add a new ATM Interface
Module, perform the Integrated Fast Setup procedure again but now you
configure only the UNI/NNI parameters section for the ports of the new
ATM Interface Module.
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Starting Up
In order to log in to the LMA, you need:
The desired access level
Your password
LMA Access Level The LMA has three levels of access: read access,
write access, and administrate access. Each level grants different access
privileges and is suited to a different type of user. Table 4 lists the
privileges granted for each access level.
Table 4 Access Levels
Access Level
Privileges
Read
Read-only privilege
Write
Right to make local changes to LMA. No right to change
passwords or parameters that affect the global network.
Admin
All privileges
Logging In
appears:
When you boot the system the following login screen
------------------------------CoreBuilder 9000
- Enterprise ATM Switch
------------------------------Access level (read, write, admin):admin
Password:
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To log in to the LMA:
1 Enter your access level (default is admin)
2 Enter your password
After a successful login the Main Menu is displayed as shown:
CB9000 switch module - Main Menu:
(1) SYS: Platform Configuration ->
(2) LEM: LAN Emulation ->
(3) CON: Connections ->
(4) STS: Statistics ->
(5) DIA: Testing and Diagnostics ->
(6) FTR: ATM Features
(7) LOG: Logout
(8) VER: Version
(9) FST: Fast Setup
For further explanation of the LMA menus and menu structure, see the
CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch User Guide. The next section
takes you through a step-by-step process of the Intergrated Fast Setup.
Setup Procedure Sections
Table 5 lists the steps or sections of the Integrated Fast Setup.
Table 5 integrated Fast Setup Procedure Sections
Setup Section
Description
1 IP and Management
Configuration
Set IP address of the switch, address of the NMS
application, default gateway address, and subnet mask
This section is relevant if a PCMCIA Ethernet Interface
Card is installed.
2 Network Prefix
Set Network Prefix for the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise
ATM Switch
3 LECS Address
Set active LECS address for the CoreBuilder 9000
Enterprise ATM Switch
4 UNI/NNI parameters
Set UNI/NNI port parameters for ports in the ATM
Interface Module Card
5 Confirmation
Confirm setup operation
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Entering Data
The Integrated Fast Setup procedure runs sequentially through the
relevant data for all of the sections, displaying a prompt for each data
item and a default value. If you wish to change the default, type the
desired value in place of the default and press Enter. If you wish to accept
the default, press Enter.
Navigation Aids
Table 6 lists the short-cut characters you can use to move between
sections of the Integrated Fast Setup procedure:
Table 6 Integrated Fast Setup Procedure Navigation Aids
Integrated Fast Setup
Operation
Type:
To perform:
<
Go back to previous section.
>
Proceed to next section.
>S
Go to section indicated by double underlined ID letter S in section
title.
\
Go back to beginning of setup.
$
Proceed directly to end of setup.
You initiate the Integrated Fast Setup from the LMA Main Menu of the
CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch which appears immediately
after power on. Once the system is powered on, access the LMA and
log into the system.
------------------------------CoreBuilder 9000
- Enterprise ATM Switch
------------------------------Access level (read, write, admin):admin
Password:
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After you successfully enter the access level and password, the Main
Menu appears:
CB9000 switch module - Main Menu:
(1) SYS: Platform configuration ->
(2) LEM: Lan Emulation ->
(3) CON: Connections ->
(4) STS: Statistics ->
(5) DIA: Testing and Diagnostics ->
(6) FTR: ATM features
(7) LOG: Logout
(8) VER: Version
(9) FST: Fast Setup
[ '\' -Main,
'-' -Back in menus]
>9
To begin the Integrated Fast Setup process, select the menu item:
(9) FST: Fast Setup by entering 9 at the prompt.
The following message appears on the screen.
Fast Setup Utility
==================
The current configuration will be displayed below;
Update if needed, and then hit Enter.
To move between sections, enter the following characters at end of line:
< > - Back and forth in sections
\
- Back to beginning of setup
$
- To end of setup
Changes made to the configuration are implemented only after the
system is rebooted.
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Network Prefix Section
This section prompts you for the Switch Module Network Prefix. Enter the
appropriate value in hexidecimal. The following example shows a typical
Network Prefix.
Network Prefix
-------------Current Switch Network Prefix : N/A
*** The following is an example for a legal Network Prefix
: : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 47.00.00.00.00.00.3c.00.00.a*
Next reboot Switch Network Prefix
: 47.00.00.00.00.00.3c.00.0b.*
LECS Address Section
This section prompts you for the ATM address of the LECS. Enter the
appropriate values. If you changed the network prefix in the previous
section (Network Prefix), you must also change the network prefix in this
section. The following example shows a typical LECS Address:
LECS Address
-----------Active LECS Net Prefix (In HEX): 47.00.00.00.00.00.3c.00.00.a*
Active LECS user part (In HEX): 00.a0.3e.00.00.01.00
UNI/NNI Parameters Section
This section prompts you for the UNI/NNI/GWY configuration of the ports
on the ATM Interface Module and includes all ports on all installed
daughter cards.
By default the port type is set to UNI unless configured otherwise. At the
‘Use single step configuration’ prompt, enter Y to go through the steps
without making changes, or enter N to get more detailed information
and to make changes.
Only the ports that the system recognizes as having IFC cards in them are
displayed,
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To enter the UNI/NNI Configuration:
1 At the NNI max hops prompt, enter the maximum number of hops
(0-120).
2 At the Enter port ID prompt, enter or accept the Port ID for each port
(1-4), including the slot number (1-7, 10,12,14,16), the group number
(1 or 2) and the port number (1-4).
3 At the NNI type of port prompt, enter or accept the NNI type for the port
you just specified. The port can be UNI (enter U), NNI (enter N), or
Gateway (enter G).
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have specified the NNI type for all of the
ports that are in the Corebuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch chassis. When
you are finished enter 0.
5 The LMA automatically prompts you for the NNI type of the ports that
you have specified as Gateway. Specify the NNI type as User or Network
UNI/NNI configuration
--------------------NNI max hops (0 - 120): 7
Ports' type is set to UNI unless configured otherwise
Use single step configuration (Y/N)? Y
NNI type of port <1.1.1> (U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
NNI type of port <1.1.2>
(U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
NNI type of port <1.1.3>
(U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
NNI type of port <1.1.4>
(U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
NNI type of port <1.2.1>
(U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
NNI type of port <1.2.2>
(U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
NNI type of port <1.2.3>
(U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
NNI type of port <1.2.4>
(U<NI>, N<NI>, G<ateway>): U
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6 Repeat until you have specified all of the Gateway ports.
The following prompt appears:
*** The following is a profile of ports you have defined as
Gateway: Profile of port <1.1.1>(U<ser>,N<etwork>):
IP and Management Configuration Section
In this section you are prompted for the IP and Management
Configuration parameters: IP address, NMS address, default gateway, and
subnet mask. Enter values as appropriate. These parameters support an
NMS (Network Management Station) station which is connected to the
ATM Switch Fabric Module through the PCMCIA Ethernet port.
The Confirmation Section
This section prompts you to save all changed parameters and asks if you
want to reboot.
Accept changes
-------------*** Note: Change of some parameters will take effect now!!
Save changes (Y/N)? Y
Saving Network Prefix for next reboot...
Saving NNI parameters (effective from now on)...
The new configuration has been saved.
Reboot the system
(Y/N)? n
The changes will take effect only after next reboot.
To save the changes, enter Y, otherwise enter N.
To reboot, enter Y, otherwise enter N. The Main menu appears.
The Integrated Fast Setup of the ATM Switch Fabric Module and the ATM
Interface Module is now complete.
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Finding More
Information
For more detailed information about the ATM Switch Fabric Module, see
the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch User Guide.
For more detailed information about the ATM Interface Module, see the
ATM Interface Module User Guide.
For more detailed information about the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise
Switch, see the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise ATM Switch Getting Started
Guide.
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