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INTRODUCTION
Only qualified personnel should perform installation procedures.
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems HSIM-SSR-600 Installation Guide .
HSIM stands for High Speed Interface Module, and SSR stands for
SmartSwitch Router. This guide provides installation, basic configuration information, hardware specifications and troubleshooting tips for the
HSIM-SSR-600.
The HSIM-SSR-600 is a module that can be installed into a host platform.
It has two optional SWPIM WAN ports and a Local Management console port that can also be used for 10/100 Ethernet. There is also an Auxiliary card option slot for the SSR-600-ECM, a hardware encryption/compression module. Installation instructions for the
SSR-600-ECM module are in Section 2.3. The HSIM-SSR-600 can be
installed into a compatible Cabletron Systems host platform, such as a
SmartSwitch 2000 (2nd generation) or 6000 (2nd generation) series device that has an HSIM slot, and therefore is capable of having the
HSIM-SSR-600 installed into it.
NOTE
The term “host platform” may be used to indicate a compatible
Cabletron Systems device into which the HSIM-SSR-600 can be installed, such as a 6H133-37 interface module or a
2H252-25 standalone device.
USING THIS GUIDE
Read through this guide completely to familiarize yourself with its content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of the HSIM-SSR-600. A general working knowledge of WAN, Ethernet and
IEEE 802.3 data communications networks, and their physical layer components is helpful before using the HSIM-SSR-600.
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STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE
This guide is organized as follows:
This Introduction provides preliminary information that will aid in using this manual. It lists technology and user’s guides that may help the user to set up and manage the HSIM-SSR-600, and provides an overview of the
HSIM-SSR-600 and its features, and provides instructions on how to get help from Cabletron Systems.
Chapter 1, Network Requirements , outlines the network requirements
that must be met before installing the HSIM-SSR-600 into a network.
, provides installation instructions for the
HSIM-SSR-600.
Chapter 3, Troubleshooting, Switches, and LED Indications , provides
detailed troubleshooting tips using the LANVIEW LEDs on the
HSIM-SSR-600 and details the hardware features of the HSIM-SSR-600.
, contains information on functionality and operating specifications, regulatory compliance, environmental requirements, and physical properties.
HSIM-SSR-600 FEATURES
The HSIM-SSR-600 is an access device that provides Ethernet Local
Area Network (LAN) connectivity via one Fast Ethernet port, and offers high-speed Wide Area Network (WAN) access to remote sites via two
Sliding WAN Physical Interface Modules (SWPIMs). The
HSIM-SSR-600 can be installed into any compatible Cabletron Systems host platform.
Refer to the appropriate Cabletron Systems software manual (listed under
Related Manuals) for information on supported WAN protocols and how
to configure the HSIM-SSR-600 using software.
The HSIM-SSR-600 can be remotely managed with Cabletron Routing
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OPTIONAL FEATURES
Optional features for the HSIM-SSR-600 include the SSR-600-ECM auxiliary card, which performs encryption or compression, and the
SWPIMs (Sliding WAN Physical Interface Modules), listed below.
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The SWPIM-T1 provides a T1 interface through a front panel RJ45 port and includes a built-in Channel Service Unit/Digital Service Unit
(CSU/DSU) for direct connection to a T1 line. The SWPIM-T1 provides both Full T1 or Fractional T1 using 56 or 64 Kbps Time Slots, with a total throughput of up to 1.544 Mbps (1.536 payload bandwidth).
The SWPIM-SY provides a synchronous serial connection of up to
2.048 Mbps to external communications equipment (e.g., a multiplexer or CSU/DSU). The SWPIM-SY uses a subminiature
36-pin connector that supports these electrical signal interfaces:
EIA-RS449, V.35, EIA-RS232D, X.21, EIA-RS530, EIA-530A.
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The SWPIM-DDS provides a 56 Kbps or 64 Kbps Digital Data
Service (DDS) connection. The SWPIM-DDS supports remote CSU diagnostic or 64 Kbps clear channel loopback and non-latching remote
DSU diagnostic loopback.
The SWPIM-E1 provides an E1 interface through a front panel RJ45 port and includes a built-in CSU/DSU for direct connection to an E1 line. The SWPIM-E1 provides both Full E1 or Fractional E1 using 56 or 64 Kbps Time Slots with a total throughput of up to 2.048 Mbps
(1.984 Mbps payload bandwidth).
Check the Release Notes for further information on available SWPIMs.
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RELATED MANUALS
The following manuals may help the user to set up and manage the
HSIM-SSR-600:
Cabletron Systems Ethernet Technology Guide
Cabletron Systems Cabling Guide
The applicable Cabletron Systems SWPIM manual(s)
The manuals referenced above can be obtained on the World Wide Web in
Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF) at the following site: http://www.cabletron.com/
Cabletron Systems applicable software manuals for the SSR-600 and the
HSIM-SSR-600 host platforms (Cabletron Routing Software Manuals):
Bridging Configuration Guide
Event Logging System Message Guide
Network Interface Operations Guide
Routing Protocols Reference Guide
Routing Protocols User’s Guide
System Software Guide
ClearVISN Routing Configurator User’s Guide
Systems Network Architecture Guide
Quick Reference Guide
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DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS
The following conventions may be used in this document:
NOTE
Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance.
TIP
Tip symbol. Conveys helpful hints concerning procedures or actions.
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CAUTION
Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.
Electrical Hazard Warning symbol. Warns against an action that could result in personal injury or death due to an electrical hazard.
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GETTING HELP
For additional support related to this device or document, contact
Cabletron Systems using one of the following methods:
World Wide Web
Phone
Internet mail http://www.cabletron.com/
(603) 332-9400 [email protected]
FTP
Login
Password ftp://ftp.cabletron.com/ anonymous your email address
To send comments or suggestions concerning this document, contact the
Cabletron Systems Technical Writing Department via the following email address: [email protected]
Make sure to include the document Part Number in the email message.
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Before calling Cabletron Systems, have the following information ready:
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Your Cabletron Systems service contract number
A description of the failure
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A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem
(e.g., changing mode switches, rebooting the unit, etc.)
The serial and revision numbers of all involved Cabletron Systems products in the network
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A description of your network environment (layout, cable type, etc.)
Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known)
The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a recurring problem, etc.)
Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers xx HSIM-SSR-600 Installation Guide
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