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1. p4 Available period Severely Errored Second X Errored Second non SES Error free Second Figure 6 4 Definitions of ES SES and UAS Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 6 6 Monitoring Performance RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Monitored Second Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Anomalies SES and therefore ES EB gt Threshold ES but not a SES No Path in No available state available state Yes Yes v ES ES 1 ES ES 1 SES SES 1 le v Path in Figure 6 5 Statistics Flowchart ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Monitoring Performance 6 7 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual POS Statistics Main Menu This screen displays all the statistics and counters at the POS interface during the M past 6 hours 3 Monitoring Figure 6 3 shows a sample SONET statistics screen 2 Physical Layer Table 6 2 lists the SONET faults their meaning and when they occur v 1 SONET SDH RIC 155GE RAD data communications 2 POS Statistics POS Statistics 1 Rx Correct Frames Rx FCS Error 2 3 Tx Dropped Frames 4 Tx Correct Frames Main gt Monitoring gt P
2. RAD data communications Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE Gigabit Ethernet to STM 1 OC 3c Network Termination Unit Version 1 10 Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Gigabit Ethernet to STM 1 OC 3c Network Termination Unit Version Installation and Operation Manual Notice This manual contains information that is proprietary to RAD Data Communications Ltd RAD No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form whatsoever without prior written approval by RAD Data Communications Right title and interest all information copyrights patents know how trade secrets and other intellectual property or other proprietary rights relating to this manual and to the RIC 155GE and any software components contained therein are proprietary products of RAD protected under international copyright law and shall be and remain solely with RAD RIC 155GE is a registered trademark of RAD No right license or interest to such trademark is granted hereunder and you agree that no such right license or interest shall be asserted by you with respect to such trademark You shall not copy reverse compile or reverse assemble all or any portion of the Manual or the RIC 155GE You are prohibited from and shall not directly or indirectly develop market distribute licens
3. Configuration download Configuration upload View transfer status Note View the transfer status in real time It is updated every second The screen is read only If all parameters are correct you will be asked for confirmation After confirmation the TFTP session begins You can view the Transfer Status see Figure 4 25 The View Transfer Status values are listed in Table 4 14 Boot code download is not possible using TFTP RIC 155GE RAD data communications transfer status Status Error gt Main gt gt File Utility gt TFTP gt View transfer status ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 4 25 View Transfer Status Window Table 4 14 View Transfer Status Parameters Parameter Possible Values Status No Operation Connecting Transferring Data Ended OK Error Error No Error Unknown Host Not Connected Unknown Error Time Out Invalid Error Interval Error Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Additional Tasks 4 19 Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Performing Reset The reset option resets the RIC 155GE and the entire initialization process is repeated gt To reset the RIC 155GE configuration 1 Type 5 Reset in the System menu A confirmation message appears E YOU SURE YOU WANT TO RESE 2 Type Y to confirm or N
4. Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 10 Functional Description RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Fault Propagation In order to trigger the redundancy path mechanisms of the Ethernet traffic it is necessary to notify the Ethernet device router or switch connected to the RIC 155GE port of the SDH SONET path failure For this purpose the fault propagation mechanism is available If enabled SDH SONET alarms propagate and bring down the Gigabit Ethernet link The Gigabit Ethernet link down can optionally propagate and cause alarms to be sent at the SDH SONET egress Figure 1 4 shows the fault propagation behavior LOS LOP GbE RDI LOF Line AIS Path AIS SDH RIC 155GE SONET Figure 1 4 Fault Propagation Figure 1 5 shows Gigabit Ethernet to SDH SONET fault propagation GbE Line AIS Path AIS RIC 155GE Figure 1 5 Gigabit Ethernet to SDH SONET Fault Propagation RIC 155GE waits for ten consecutive seconds with no alarms before recovering Between SDH SONET to Gigabit Ethernet the Gigabit Ethernet link will recover only after ten seconds with no alarms on the SDH SONET port Between Gigabit Ethernet to SDH SONET the SDH SONET stops sending alarms only after ten consecutive seconds that the Gigabit Ethernet link is operating Management RIC 155GE enables its performance monitoring locally from an ASCII t
5. ESC prev Term menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 8 Ethernet Statistics Screen Table 6 5 Ethernet Statistics Terms Meaning Frames received from the user Correct Frames The total number of correct frames received Correct Octects The total number of correct octets received Alignment error A counter of frames received that are not an integral number of octets in length received Rx FCS Error A counter of frames received that do not pass the FCS check received Frames transmitted to the user Tx Dropped frames A counter of frames that were dropped due to a congested Tx queue Correct Frames The total number of frames successfully transmitted Correct Octects The total number of octets successfully transmitted Single collision A counter of successfully transmitted frames for which transmission is inhibited by exactly one collision valid only in half duplex mode Multiple collision A counter of successfully transmitted frames for which transmission is inhibited by more than one collision valid only in half duplex mode Deferred transmit A counter of frames for which the first transmission attempt is delayed because the medium is busy valid only in half duplex mode Late collision Order from Cutter Networks Monitoring Performance The number of times that a collision is detected on a particular interface later than 512 bit
6. ESC prev menu main menu Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics RAD data communications MS BIF HP BIFE MS FEBE H P FEBE ES ES UAS Time Since aaa ES eS eee oOo C2 CC oO G N sa Nowrwrrr vr aa a Valid Intervals 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Main gt Monitoring gt Physical layer gt SONET SDH Statistics gt amp exit debug Figure 6 3 SONET Screen Note For SDH statistics the screen is similar except for terminology changes Refer to Table 1 1 for assistance Table 6 2 SONET Faults Fault Meaning Occurs if LOS Loss Of Signal Number of secconds where loss of signal was detected LOF Loss Of Frame Number of seconds where loss of frame was detected LOP Loss Of Pointer Number of seconds where loss of pointer was detected SLM Signal Label Mismatch Number of seconds where signal label mismatch was detected LINE AIS Line Alarm Indication Signal Number of seconds where line AIS was detected PATH AIS Path Alarm Indication Signal Number of seconds where Path AIS was detected LINE RDI Line Remote Defect Indication Number of seconds where Line RDI was detected PATH RDI Path Remote Defect Indication Number of seconds where path RDI was detected SECTION BIP Section Bit Interleaved Parity Number of frames where section BIP errors where detected Error LINE BIP Line Bit Interleaved Parity Number of frames where line BIP erro
7. lt Save gt Order from Cutter Networks 5 2 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Typical VLAN Aware Application www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 5 Configuring Typical Applications gt To configure the physical layer parameters 1 From the Main Menu select Main gt Configuration gt Physical Layer gt SDH SONET 2 Define the Tx Clock source as Loopback default 3 Define the Frame type according to the network type SDH or SONET SDH is the default 4 Select lt Save gt gt To configure the Bridge parameters 1 From the Main Menu select Configuration gt Bridge 2 Define the Bridge type as VLAN aware 3 Select lt Save gt Note When you change the Bridge type the device is reset automatically Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Typical VLAN Aware Application 5 3 Chapter 5 Configuring Typical Applications Installation and Operation Manual Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 5 4 Typical VLAN Aware Application RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics This chapter describes the troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures for RIC 155GE Error detection troubleshooting and diagnostics procedures are explained in this chapter The fault detection and correction techniques rely on e Events recorded in the even
8. 1 10 Transparent VLAN Unaware Application 5 1 Chapter 5 Configuring Typical Applications Installation and Operation Manual 3 Define the Frame type according to the network type SDH or SONET SDH is the default 4 Select lt Save gt gt To configure the Bridge parameters 1 From the Main Menu select Configuration gt Bridge 2 Define the Bridge type as VLAN unaware default 3 Select lt Save gt Note When you change the Bridge type the device is reset automatically 5 2 Typical VLAN Aware Application Figure 5 2 illustrates a typical application in which the with user traffic transferred via the Gigabit Ethernet port and the management traffic is transferred via the Fast Ethernet port l VID 100 Customer N Site A Customer Site B Fast Ethernet Fast Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet RIC 155 GE Tx Clock Loopback Host IP 1 1 1 10 example Host Tagging Host VLAN Tx Clock Loopback Host IP 1 1 1 20 example Host Tagging Host VLAN Tagged Tagged 100 example 100 example Physical Interface User Data Management Data Figure 5 2 VLAN Aware Application Configuration Procedure gt To configure the management parameters 1 From the Main Menu select Main gt Configuration gt System gt Host IP 2 Define the Host IP example 1 1 1 10 3 Define the IP Mask example 255 255 255 0 4 Select
9. 15 p Diagnostics 1 4 1 13 6 1 SDH SONET 6 12 E Environment 1 16 Equipment Alarm Connector A 1 Control Cable A 1 Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 ETH MNG 4 10 Ethernet 1 6 f Fault Propagation 1 11 Gigabit Ethernet to SDH SONET 4 9 SDH SONET to Gigabit Ethernet 4 8 File Download B 2 TFTP B 3 XMODEM B 3 File Transfer TFTP 4 18 XMODEM 4 17 Forwarding Process 1 9 1 10 Dropped 1 10 Flooded 1 10 Forwarded 1 10 Ge GbE 4 9 Gigabit Ethernet 1 6 i aas Indicators 1 15 3 1 front panel 3 1 LEDs 3 2 Ingress Process 1 8 1 10 Frame admission 1 8 PVID Assignment 1 8 Installation and Setup 2 2 Interfaces 1 5 Inventory 4 15 ae es Learning Process 1 8 1 10 M MAC 4 14 Management 1 4 1 11 Inband Management 1 4 1 12 Log Events File 1 11 Out of band Management 1 4 1 12 Security 1 12 Monitoring 1 15 Event Log 6 1 Statistics 6 4 www bestdatasource com l 1 Index N Network Port 1 18 9 Operation connecting 3 4 login 3 4 password 3 5 power up 3 1 user name 3 5 P Physical Dimension 1 16 Pinout A 1 Alarm Connector A 1 Control Cable A 1 Ethernet Port A 2 Gigabit Ethernet Port A 3 A 4 Power 1 15 Q QoS Mapping 1 9 R Reset 4 20 RM 35 2 1 2 2 EAE SDH SONET 1 5 4 7 SDH SONET Fault Localization AIS RDI 1 13 Self Test Result 6 14 S
10. Application File Not Found screen The TFTP Parameters Setting screen appears TFTP Parameters Setting FILE NAME RIC 155G HOST IP 192 168 211 83 HOST MASK 25952595729950 Default Gateway 192 168 211 1 TFTP IP Server T72 17140 15 Press S to start transferring the file Figure B 5 TFTP Parameters Setting Screen 2 Type in the file name host IP host mask and default gateway information Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Booting RIC 155GE B 3 Appendix B Boot Manager Installation and Operation Manual 3 Types Downloading begins After downloading the application file into RAM the minimal VxWorks file that is part of the boot starts to run This file contains initialization of the DOC driver and the TFFS to manage the file system The process copies the downloaded file into the DOC to save the application file When completed the process sets the application exist flag and the last thing is to force a HW reset During the next run time the flag will indicate that there is an application file File Utility Accessing the File Menu The File Menu is an option that allows the user to perform basic file transfer operations These operations are all optional gt To access the File Menu 1 Type 2 in the Boot Option screen The File Menu appears ai E File Menu Reset the System File swap operating ba
11. Installation and Operation Manual Application awa IP Network Features Figure 1 1 illustrates a typical application where RIC 155GE transports Gigabit Ethernet traffic over SDH SONET infrastructure Central Site Remote Site A RIC 155GE RIC 155GE SDHISONET STM 1 OC 3c Gigabit Ethernet Network Gigabit Ethernet Switch Router ened ment Switch Router ta Figure 1 1 Typical Ethernet Access Application RIC 155GE is an Ethernet to SDH SONET converter It provides Ethernet access over SONET SDH The RIC 155GE has e A single Gigabit Ethernet user interface e A single STM 1 POS interface e A single Fast Ethernet port for management e Control port for out of band management e Optional dry contact alarm connector User Ethernet Interface The Gigabit Ethernet user interface operates in full duplex supporting regular size 1668 bytes frames RIC 155GE supports the following Ethernet interfaces e 1000BaseSx e 1000BaseT STM 1 OC 3c POS Interface RIC 155GE converts Gigabit Ethernet frames into POS frames and vice versa The fiber optic interface of the unit uses a single mode 1310 nm short or long haul laser diode transmitter or a multimode 1310 nm transceiver SDH SONET mode is user configurable Jitter output and tolerance complies with G 825 requirements The STM 1 OC 3c port supports an egress priority queue Priority according to VLAN priority in VLAN aware bridge mod
12. Monitor system performance and statistics e Diagnostics type 4 Perform diagnostics e File utility type 5 Upload download application files configuration files and backup files Viewing the Configuration Menu Figure 3 4 shows the RIC 155GE Configuration Menu Access to the system configuration is via this menu Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications L 2 Configuration Configuration 1 Quick Setup System 2 2 Physical layer 3 Bridge gt Main gt Configuration gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 3 4 Configuration Menu Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuration Alternatives 3 7 Chapter 3 Operation Installation and Operation Manual The Configuration menu options are e Quick Setup type 1 Perform a quick setup when you are familiar with the system and basic configuration modes e System type 2 Configure the global system parameters such as Management Terminal and others e Physical layer type 3 Configure the physical layer parameters such as SONET SDH clocks ETH rate and duplex mode e Bridge type 4 Configure the bridge change bridge parameters Type the number for the type of configuration the appropriate menu appears Sample Functional Screen Figure 3 5 shows a generic sample screen with main items displayed Title line For example RIC 155GE Main m
13. Self Test Result The self Test Result screen enables the user to locate the reason for failed power up Locate the item for which the result is Error rather than Pass RIC 155GE RAD data communications Self test result Host memory gt Pass SDH SONET frame access gt Pass Packet memory gt Pass TOD access gt Pass Parameter memory gt Pass ETHERNET Phy test gt Pass Main gt Diagnostic gt Self test result gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 14 Self Test Results Screen 6 3 Handling Alarms RIC 155GE maintains a cyclic event log file that stores up to 2000 events All events are time stamped Traps that are the result of events that were already reported by a different trap may not be repeated For example LOF traps will not be sent if the physical layer trap such as LOS was sent and the physical layer problem still exists The events are layered hierarchically for example physical layer events traps for BIP s and FEBE are threshold triggered so that an event trap is sent only if the threshold was exceeded Threshold can be configured for up to 8000 events per second The event log file contents can be viewed via an ASCII control terminal or a Network Management Station NMS The contents can be cleared at any time Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 6 14 Handling Alarms RIC 155GE Ver 1 10
14. The alarm connector is an ordering option If ordered it is located on the top right hand side of the front panel The connecting cable is a straight DB 9 connector Table A 2 specifies the pinout connections for this cable Table A 2 Alarm Connector Pinout Pin Function 1 _ 2 z 3 Minor Alarm 1 4 Major Alarm 1 5 Minor Alarm 2 6 7 8 Gnd 9 Major Alarm 2 Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Alarm Connector A 1 Appendix A Pinouts Installation and Operation Manual A 3 Interface Connectors Interface connectors include e SDH SONET Connector e Ethernet Interface Connector e Gigabit Ethernet Interface Connector Cx e Optical Gigabit Ethernet Interface Connector LC SDH SONET Connector The SDH SONET network interface requires an SC fiber optic connection media Ethernet Interface Connector RIC 155GE Ethernet interfaces require an RJ 45 8 pin connection media Table A 3 Ethernet Port Pinout Pin Function 1 Tx 2 Tx 3 Rx 4 _ 5 gt 6 Rx 7 8 od Gigabit Ethernet Interface Connector Cx RIC 155GE Gigabit Ethernet interfaces require an RJ 45 8 pin connection media Table A 4 Gigabit Ethernet Port Pinout Pin Function 1 B 2 B 3 A 4 D 5 D 6 A Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com A 2 Interfac
15. Trap Enter a name of up to 20 alphanumeric characters case sensitive community Default Public Read Enter a name of up to 20 alphanumeric characters case sensitive community Default Public Write Enter a name of up to 20 alphanumeric characters case sensitive community Default Public Order from Cutter Networks 4 2 Configuring RIC 155GE for Management www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Setting the Manager List The Manager List parameters are used when the RIC 155GE inband management capability is used They contain the managers and trap masks per manager Main Menu 4 gt To configure the Manager List 2 Confi ti i eee e From the Main Menu select System gt Management gt Manager List e 1 System RIC 155GE RAD data communications w 1 Management Manager list v 2 Manager List 1 Manager IP address Alarm trap Alarm trap mask 2 3 System trap 4 5 Send Ping gt Main gt Configuration gt System gt Management gt Manager list gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 3 Manager List Menu Table 4 2 Manager List Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Manager IP 0 0 0 0 to Address 255 255 255 255 Alarm trap All masked All alarm traps are masked None masked All alarms are enabled The manager is informed on the occurrence of any alarm entry and e
16. VLAN 1 4094 Set the VID of the packets sent by the host Default None Host VLAN 0 7 Set VLAN priority for packets sent by host Relevant if Host Tagging is priority set to Tagged Default None Bridge Type VLAN aware Select Bridge operation mode VLAN unaware Default VLAN unaware Note When configuring RIC 155GE for the first time define and save host parameters Host IP address Host IP mask Host tagging Host VLAN Host VLAN priority Then define and save the Default Gateway and the Bridge type The Default Gateway and the Bridge type can be saved only after the host parameters have been defined Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 www bestdatasource com Configuring RIC 155GE 3 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Quick Start Guide Installation and Operation Manual Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 Configuring RIC 155GE RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Contents Chapter 1 Introduction NT TEOMEE VIC W a csitssinnsncnsotaigaamametvanintadcennsnsy E E SASE R A E E A Ei td MOTSIOMS ieee E EEEE E EE E E E A E EEE TEG 1 1 ApplicatiO Mae sneserncr innesi eii aa i EERE E E REA E ARa ER 1 2 GALOIS snien p aa aaae a aa S E EAE aaa SERE 1 2 1 2 Physical Descriptioississaieieesssainii estrenan neaei e saN Eana aeania 1 5 1 3 Functional DESCriptlOnsis 5vasaievinaionasiavesssivanenasinurisomeesauanyeamanreusnaagestnavussamuennaeines 1 5 Interfaces wick ae ns AE a OR O E TEE E A A O A EEA
17. layer is set to STM1 POS Default all VLAN priorities mapped to lower priority queue Notes Parameters can be changed at any time but a short traffic interference will occur Setting Priorities STM 1 POS VLAN Aware Mode RIC 155GE RAD data communications Priority 1 POS Priority 1 4 2 VLAN priority gt Main gt Configuration gt Bridge gt Port configuration gt ETH priority ESC prev menu main menu amp exit user s Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 12 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration RIC 155GE RAD data communications VLAN priority 1 Ase EOP 74 esse CL Zw LOPS FI dee C3 3 Save All gt Main gt Configuration gt Bridge gt Port configuration gt Ethernet Priority gt VLAN priority ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 17 VLAN Priority Menus Table 4 11 VLAN Priorities Table Parameter Possible Values Remarks POS Priority 1to4 Set Egress port priority queue with 1 assigned to highest priority and 4 to lowest priority Default 4 VLAN priority 0 to7 Set VLAN priority to map frames with the selected VLAN priority to the priority queue that was selected in item 1 An ETH queue may be associated with one or more VLAN priorities An ETH queue associated with VLAN priority 0 is automatically associa
18. physical layer statistics and frame counters 10 100BaseT management port Ethernet physical layer statistics and frame counters 10 100BaseT management port Rx Tx frame counters On RIC 155GE is powered Off RIC 155GE is off On SONET SDH LOS LOF LOP AIS link down at Gigabit Ethernet Self test failed Off No Alarm On link OK Off link is disconnected Blinking Ethernet frame received or sent within the last second Off No frame received or sent within the last second On STM 1 port is synchronized Off LOS LOF LOP AIS Blinking RDI detected 100 to 240 VAC 10 50 to 60 Hz 48 VDC 10 or 24 VDC 10 20W 43 mm 1 7 in 215 mm 8 5 in 300 mm 11 8 in 2 1 kg 4 7 Ib 0 50 C 32 122 F Up to 90 non condensing www bestdatasource com Technical Specifications 1 15 Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual User Port Interface The user interface of RIC 155GE is a Gigabit Ethernet port The interface specifications according to the ordering options are shown below e 1000BaseSx Table 1 2 e 100BaseT Table 1 3 Table 1 2 1000BaseSx Interface Specifications Specifications Ethernet Ports Interface 1000BaseSx Ethernet Interface Standards Ethernet IEEE 802 3 Data Rate 1000 Mbps Interface type Optical LC connector Range 220m 720 ft over 62 5 um multimode fiber or 500m 1640 ft over 50 um multimode fiber Wavelength 850 nm Optical input range 0 to 17
19. this product Only qualified and authorized service personnel should carry out adjustment maintenance or repairs to this product No installation adjustment maintenance or repairs should be performed by either the operator or the user Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Handling Energized Products General Safety Practices Do not touch or tamper with the power supply when the power cord is connected Line voltages may be present inside certain products even when the power switch if installed is in the OFF position or a fuse is blown For DC powered products although the voltages levels are usually not hazardous energy hazards may still exist Before working on equipment connected to power lines or telecommunication lines remove jewelry or any other metallic object that may come into contact with energized parts Unless otherwise specified all products are intended to be grounded during normal use Grounding is provided by connecting the mains plug to a wall socket with a protective earth terminal If an earth lug is provided on the product it should be connected to the protective earth at all times by a wire with a diameter of 18 AWG or wider Rack mounted equipment should be mounted only in earthed racks and cabinets Always make the ground connection first and disconnect it last Do not connect telecommunication cables to ungrounded equipment Make sure that all other cables are di
20. times into the transmission of a packet valid only in half duplex mode ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 www bestdatasource com Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Gigabit Ethernet Statistics From the Gigabit Ethernet 1 GbE menu you can display the status data and performance statistics gt To show the Gigabit Ethernet status and statistics e Select 3 1 GbE from the Physical Layer menu to show the sub menu for Ethernet Status See Figure 6 9 Ethernet Statistics See Figure 6 10 Table 6 6 indicates terms used in the Gigabit Ethernet Status screen Table 6 7 indicates terms used in the Gigabit Ethernet Statistics screen RIC 155GE RAD data communications Main Menu J ETHERNET1 GbE status 3 Monitoring 2 Physical Layer Mode Full Duplex 4 Rate 1000 Mbps 3 1 GbE Mode full duplex Rate 100 Mbps Status connected Main gt Monitoring gt Physical layer gt ETH gt Status ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 9 Gigabit Ethernet Status Screen The Gigabit Ethernet Status Screen is informative only and cannot be edited Table 6 6 Gigabit Ethernet Status Terms Term Explanation Mode Set to Full Duplex Rate Set to 1000Mbps Status Connected status indicates that link is normal current indication not collected in intervals Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727
21. to cancel The device will reboot automatically after reset Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 20 Additional Tasks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Chapter 5 Configuring Typical Applications This chapter describes the configuration of RIC 155GE for two typical applications Refer to Chapter 4 for a detailed description of all configuration options available for RIC 155GE 5 1 Transparent VLAN Unaware Application Figure 5 1 illustrates a typical application in which the user and management traffic are transferred via the Gigabit Ethernet port 1 1 1 x Management 1 1 1 x 1 1 1 10 Gigabit f Gigabit 4 4 4 20 Ethernet l SDH Ethernet amm lt SONET RIC 155GE RIC 155GE LAN LAN Tx Clock Loopback Tx Clock Loopback Host IP 1 1 1 10 example Host IP 1 1 1 20 example Figure 5 1 Transparent VLAN Unaware Application Configuration Procedure gt To configure the management parameters 1 From the Main Menu select Main gt Configuration gt System gt Host IP 2 Define the Host IP example 1 1 1 10 3 Define the IP Mask example 255 255 255 0 4 Select lt Save gt gt To configure the physical layer parameters 1 From the Main Menu select Main gt Configuration gt Physical Layer gt SDH SONET 2 Define the Tx Clock source as Loopback default Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver
22. 0BaseT Full Duplex negotiation process 100BaseT Half Duplex 100BaseT Full Duplex Default 100BaseT Full Duplex Default type 10BaseT Half Duplex Sets the rate and duplex mode only when auto negotiation is 10BaseT Full Duplex disabled The options are 100BaseT Half Duplex 100BaseT Full Duplex Default 100BaseT Full Duplex Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 10 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Configuring the Bridge Parameters Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications 4 j 2 Configuration pre J 1 Bridge type VLAN aware 4 Bridge l 2 Aging time 300 1000000 sec 300 3 Bridge port configuration 4 MAC table gt Main gt Configuration gt Bridge gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 14 Bridge Menu Table 4 8 Bridge Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Bridge type VLAN Aware Set the bridge type mode VLAN unaware Bridge type After changing Bridge type device should be reset Default VLAN unaware Aging time 300 to 10 Set the bridge aging time in Seconds Actual aging time can reach up to twice the configured value Default 300 Bridge port Bridge port configuration is available only when the Bridge Type is configuration VLAN aware MAC table See MAC table screen description Note All bridge port parameters can be changed as req
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24. 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Monitoring Performance 6 11 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications E statistics Correct frames Correct octets FCS error Correct frames Correct octets Main gt Monitoring gt Physical layer gt ETH gt Statistics ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 10 Gigabit Ethernet Statistics Screen Table 6 7 Gigabit Ethernet Statistics Terms Term Meaning Frames received from the user Correct Frames The total number of correct frames received Correct Octects The total number of correct octets received Alignment error A counter of frames received that are not an integral number of octets in length received Rx FCS Error A counter of frames received that do not pass the FCS check received Frames transmitted to the user Tx Correct Frames The total number of frames successfully transmitted Tx Correct Octects The total number of octets successfully transmitted 6 2 Detecting Errors SDH SONET Diagnostics The SDH SONET menu is shown in Figure 6 17 and the parameters are listed in Table 6 8 The screen and the parameters are identical for both types of network interfaces only the name or the screen will vary to reflect the interface type Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 6 12 De
25. 5GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation Table 3 2 RIC 155GE Default Settings Cont Parameter Default Value Alarm trap All masked System trap ON System gt Terminal Baud rate 19200 Physical Layer gt SDH SONET Tx Clock Source Loopback Frame Type SDH Thresholds 2400 Physical Layer gt Ethernet Auto negotiation Enable Max capacity advertised 100BaseT Full Duplex Default Type 100BaseT Full Duplex Bridge Bridge type VLAN unaware Aging time 300 Bridge gt Bridge port parameters Priority All VLAN priorities mapped to lower priority queue Bridge gt Bridge configuration gt Ethernet priority gt VLAN priority POS priority VLAN priority 3 4 Configuration Alternatives RIC 155GE has several management options e ASCII Terminal connected to RIC 155GE via the RS 232 control port see Working with an ASCII Terminal e Telnet access to the configuration screens via any Telnet application e RADview RAD s user friendly SNMP based GUI application refer to RADview EMS ATM RIC 155GE User s Manual e Other SNMP based management applications Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Configuration Alternatives 3 3 Chapter 3 Operation Installation and Operation Manual Working with an ASCII Terminal Both the RIC 155GE configurati
26. 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuring RIC 155GE for Management 4 1 Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications Main Menu Host IP 2 Configuration ti radarais 1 System 2 IP mask 4 3 Host Tagging gt 1 Management 4 Host VLAN gt 1 Host IP 5 Host VLAN priority gt 6 Authentication failure trap ON 7 Trap community public 8 Read community public 9 Write community public gt Main gt Configuration gt System gt Management gt Host IP gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 2 Host IP Menu Table 4 1 Host IP Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks IP Address 0 0 0 0 to Default None 255 255 255 255 IP Mask 0 0 0 0 to Default None 255 255 255 255 Host Tagging Tagged Specifies if the Management station is using tagged or untagged Untagged frames RIC 155GE must transmit in the same format even if bridge is in VLAN aware mode Default Untagged Host VLAN 1 4094 Set the VID of the packets sent by the host Default None Host VLAN 0 7 Set VLAN priority for packets sent by host Relevant if Host Tagging is priority set to Tagged Default None Authentication ON Authentication failure trap is generated when a system manager failure trap attempts to set a RIC 155GE parameter with an incorrect community value OFF The authentication failure trap will not be generated Default ON
27. Installation and Operation Manual Fault Problem Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 6 4 Troubleshooting Consult this simple troubleshooting chart to localize a problem in RIC 155GE To correct the reported problem perform the suggested remedial actions If the problem cannot be fixed by carrying out the suggested actions contact RAD technical support Probable cause Table 6 9 Troubleshooting Chart Remedial Action RIC 155GE unit No power Check that both ends of the power cable are properly connected is dead POWER LED is off RIC 155GE unit Blown fuse Disconnect power cable from both ends and replace the fuse with is dead POWER LED is off another fuse of proper rating NETWORK SDH SONET Rx Check SDH SONET statistics SYNC LED is off path failure 2 For SDH SONET upon AIS check remote unit status 3 Check fiber or cable and Rx levels and remote unit Tx level NETWORK SDH SONET Tx 1 Check SDH SONET to verify RDI received SYNC LED blinks path failure 2 Check Tx optical power to see if in range If out of range send for repair Check fiber Ethernet 1GbE LINK LED is off Ethernet cable problem Check Ethernet cable to see if cross or straight cable is needed Check replace Ethernet cable Check range to be within limits Check RIC 155GE port by connecting to a different port switch at the remote end send device for repair Ethernet service problem
28. Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications Download Upload using XMODEM 1 File Configuration code 2 Download 3 Upload gt Main gt File utility gt XMODEM gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 4 23 XMODEM Menu Table 4 12 XMODEM Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks File Application code Application and Boot codes can be Boot code downloaded only Configuration code can be Configuration downloaded or uploaded code Download Download a software or configuration file Upload Upload a configuration file Transferring files via TFTP RIC 155GE RAD data communications Download Upload using TFTP Main Menu 4 5 File Utility 1 File name vicl55ge db 1 S W amp File 2 Server IP 000 00 000 00 an 3 Command No Operation 2 TFTP 4 View Transfer Status gt Main gt gt File Utility gt TFTP ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 4 24 TFTP Menu Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 18 Additional Tasks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Oper ation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Table 4 13 TFTP Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks File name File name to be downloaded or uploaded Server IP 0 0 0 0 to 255 255 255 255 IP address of the server from to which the file is loaded Command No Operation Software download
29. Learned gt Main gt Configuration gt Bridge gt View MAC table gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Notes This table is read only and cannot be edited e VLAN ID column is visible only if the bridge is in VLAN aware mode It will show the internal PVID assigned to this packet according to the ingress port gt To erase the MAC table entries e Type 2 in the MAC Table menu Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 14 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration 4 3 Additional Tasks Setting the Date and Time The Date amp Time menu enables you to set the date and time of the day in Eanes specified format 2 Configuration RIC 155GE RAD data communications Date amp Time 1 System a 1 Date lyyyy mm dd de 2003 03 03 3 Date amp Time 2 Time hh mm ss 02 34 50 gt Main gt Configuration gt System gt Date amp Time gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 19 Date and Time Menu Note The date and time format is specific and shown next to each parameter Viewing the Inventory The inventory menu enables you to view the RIC 155GE hardware configuration and hardware software versions Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Additional Tasks 4 15 Chapter 4 Configuration Installati
30. Menu Maps Order from Cutter Networks 3 10 Installation and Operation Manual The following figures illustrate the RIC 155GE menus For detailed information on configuring RIC 155GE refer to Chapter 4 Configuration Physical Layer MAX capability advertised Write Community Default type Manager list Gigabit Ethernet Manager IP address Auto negotiation Alarm trap Alarm Forwarding System trap Change password Date and time Factory default Figure 3 7 Configuration Menu Tree Configuration Alternatives Bridge type Aging Time Bridge Port Configuration VLAN aware mode only MAC Table ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Physical Port Port parameters POS Priority VLAN Priority www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation Diagnostics SDH SONET Self test result Figure 3 8 Diagnostics Menu Tree Monitoring Physical Layer SONET SDH Event Log SONET SDH Status Read Log POS Fil gt Statistics Clear Log Ethernet File Ethernet Status Ethernet Statistics Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet Status Gigabit Ethernet Statistics Figure 3 9 Monitoring Menu Tree Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 C
31. NET SDH 2 Tx Clock source Physical Layer ETH 1 Autonegotiation 2 Rate and duplex 3 Port activation Bridge Entity 1 Bridge type 2 Aging time 3 Bridge Port Configuration Bridge Ports Y 1 Physical Port 2 Bridge Port Parameters Priority Path Main gt Configuration gt System gt Management Main gt Configuration gt Physical Layer gt SONET SDH Main gt Configuration gt Physical Layer gt ETH Main gt Configuration gt Bridge Main gt Configuration gt Bridge Port Configuration To configure STM1 priority in VLAN aware mode 1 POS Priority 2 VLAN Priority Figure 4 7 Flow of Configuration Operations Order from Cutter Networks 4 6 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Configuring the Physical Layer Parameters The physical layer configuration provides access to physical layer configuration menus that are required to configure the SDH SONET Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet ports This menu varies depending on the type of network interface Defining the SDH SONET Interface Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications SDH SONET 2 Configuration 4 TX clock source 2 Physical layer 4 Loop Back Frame type SDH 1 SDH SONET Thresholds SDH SONET to GbE Alarm Forwarding gt gt gt gt Main gt Configuration
32. Parainete ns aisteycsssiaresariareniatatcsarnsromeaniuisinanestnleccntiwactadeiereian 4 11 Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 i Table of Contents Installation and Operation Manual 43 Additional Tasks isis sieieieseacds sbevneds ins Saud ube Svays ins doageys A E a E aeai 4 15 Setting the Date aid Time scisitainss Gerdelsiovtieseatetele nasi E E EA AINEA 4 15 Viewing the INVentOry uessur aneirin ne E E ENNE R N E 4 15 Returning to Factory Defaults scccssiescssivessessssvaecssssseseesssosevesesanseesteosoenvosecesuvondiesvvansdssstons 4 16 Transterring Files i605 sckesuk seasiebibisioaviedeess boadguseivoienaedsintiuediadednesebldenahe A E 4 16 Performing Reseler iaaa anan a aE a aAa a aaa aaa iaa 4 20 Chapter 5 Configuring Typical Applications 5 1 Transparent VLAN Unaware Api Cations csserssisnesedaiessgecunesavaldssgn aud tvmhadaiadpoaecaihsbinseansens 5 1 Gonfig ration Procedure va tata tha ave sinsautnetiaadisdansinancsnhtlaiacasienc tas a leaisinahris E ei o iia 5 1 5 2 Typical VLAN Aware Application iasistseaisanawmiasaanganidanssnsanasdactanstbeveateeiiamadlstinistaanais 5 2 Config ration ProcedUte sssrini ienas aa rE a A E R Eaa Na 5 2 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 6 1 Monitoring PEMORMANCE sisidaicacarsauieststqucaucsaniusssacdionnlorsantuedbianarcianmaseteantewlbanweesaunouts 6 1 Viewing the Event LOR acateaisceatiauenadamusinadireaatasadanha
33. RIC 155GE 3 D View LEDs interface and control connectors are located on the front panel For more information see Chapter 2 The power connector is located on the rear panel For more information see Technical Specifications 1 3 Functional Description This section describes the major functional features of RIC 155GE SDH SONET Interface The SDH SONET port supports STM 1 OC 3c over optical interface The optical interface can be either single mode short haul according to G 957 S 1 1 single mode long haul according to G 957 L 1 1 or multimode according to G 825 RIC 155GE can operate in either SONET or SDH mode to support the differences in framing parameters The choice of SONET or SDH affects the terminology of the physical layer so that the display of counters alarms and log messages varies according to the standard that was selected Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Functional Description 1 5 Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual Table 1 1 SDH SONET Terminology SDH SONET MS AIS Line AIS AU AIS Path AIS MS FERF Line FERF RDI HP FERF Path FERF RDI RS BIP B1 Section BIP MS BIP B2 Line BIP HP BIP B3 Path BIP MS FEBE Line FEBE HP FEBE Path FEBE Ethernet Interface The Ethernet physical interface is 10 100BaseT over UTP RJ 45 connector port The Ethernet port supports 10 100Mbps rates and eit
34. a variety of interfaces in accordance with the ordering option In addition RIC 155GE includes a Control port for connection to an ASCII terminal or an out of band management station via a straight RS 232 cable To connect the user interface e Connect the Ethernet cable to the designated port on the front panel To connect the network interface e Connect the SDH SONET interface to the designated port on the front panel To connect the RIC 155GE to an ASCII terminal e Connect the RS 232 cable to the CONTROL port on the front panel 2 5 Connecting the Power Cables Before switching on this unit and connecting or disconnecting any other cable the protective earth terminals of this unit must be connected to the protective ground conductor of the mains power cord If you are using an extension cord power cable make sure it is grounded as well Any interruption of the protective grounding conductor inside or outside the instrument or disconnecting of the protective earth terminal can make this unit dangerous Intentional interruption is prohibited Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 2 2 Connecting the Power Cables RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 2 Installation and Setup J Warning RIC 155GE is equipped with a laser diode Please observe the following precautions e Before turning on the equipment make sure that the fiber optic cable is int
35. act and is connected to the transmitter Do not look into a laser connector when the power is turned on a laser can cause eye damage e Do not use broken or unterminated fiber optic cables connectors ATTENTION The laser beam may be invisible Connecting AC Power gt AC power is supplied to the RIC 155GE through a standard 3 prong plug AC power should be supplied via a 1 5m 5 ft standard power cable terminated by a standard 3 prong socket A cable is provided with the unit To connect AC power 1 Connect the power cable to the power connector on the RIC 155GE rear panel 2 Connect the power cable to the mains outlet The unit will be turned on automatically upon connection to the mains Connecting DC Power gt A special IEC 60320 adapter for 48 60 VDC power connection is supplied with the unit 24 VDC RIC 155GE units have a terminal block DC inlet and adapter supplied with the unit To connect DC power e Refer to the DC power supply connection supplements for instructions how to wire the DC adapters and to the Handling Energized Products section Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Connecting the Power Cables 2 3 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 2 4 Connecting the Power Cables RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Chapter 3 Opera
36. cation software Boot Sequence The following is a description of the boot sequence If the system is working normally the entire process is completed within two minutes e The boot program searches for the operating file in the file system If the file exists the program continues If the file does not exist the boot program searches for the backup file If the backup file is found it is used instead of the operating file and the boot process continues If there is no backup file you must download a file via the XMODEM protocol or via TFTP The received file is saved as the operating file in the file system e Files in the file system are compressed and automatically decompressed into the RAM before execution begins e After decompression the software starts to execute and the user can begin working Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Booting RIC 155GE B 1 Appendix B Boot Manager Installation and Operation Manual Boot Process When RIC 155GE is turned on the first screen that appears is the Main Boot screen RIC 155GI RAD DATA COMMUNICATIONS Boot software version 1 00 JUN 3 2003 8 41 00 Press Ctrl A to enter debug screen Figure B 1 Main Boot Screen If Ctrl A is not pressed the boot will proceed as described in Boot Sequence If Ctrl A is pressed the Boot Option screen appears E FILE ME Download Ut
37. ckup Delete Operating file existing Backup file will be saved as Operating Delete Configuration file Delete ALL File system Software and Configuration files Select operating mode Figure B 6 File Menu From the File menu you can e Exchange the operating and backup files e Delete the operating file The backup file becomes the operating file e Delete all the configuration files e Format the files system Caution Formatting the file system means deleting all files in the system including the software operating main backup and configuration files If you choose to exchange or delete a file a prompt asking for confirmation is displayed Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com B 4 Booting RIC 155GE RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Index rt Zee 10 100BT Management Port 1 14 1000BaseSx 1 17 100BaseT 1 17 A Aging Process 1 9 1 10 Alarm Connector 1 12 1 15 B Booting B 1 Boot Process B 2 Boot Sequence B 1 Bridge 1 3 1 6 1 7 4 11 Bridge type 4 11 Internal Bridge 1 14 Configuration 4 1 Bridge Port 4 12 Date and Time 4 15 Factory Defaults 4 16 Flow 4 6 Management 4 1 Physical Layer 4 6 4 7 System 4 1 4 6 Terminal 4 5 Connecting 2 2 AC Power 2 3 DC Power 2 3 Connector A 2 Ethernet Interface A 2 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Cx A 2 Optical Gigabit Ethernet Interface LC A 2 A 4 SDH SONET A 2 Control Port 1
38. configuration and monitoring e User mode for monitoring only Events traps for local terminal login and for invalid failed login are sent to the log Statistics Collection and Alarms RIC 155GE supplies extensive statistics on all levels STM1 statistics are gathered in 15 minute period intervals The built in volatile memory saves 24 intervals GbE and FE statistics are not saved in intervals For more information see Chapter 6 Alarm Connector RIC 155GE has an optional alarm connector including major and minor alarm dry contacts A Major alarm is set when one of the following occurs e LOS e LOF e LOP e LineAlS e Path AIS e SLM e Loss of integrity of the user GbE port Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 12 Functional Description RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction A Minor alarm is set when one of the following occurs Line RDI Path RDI Line BIP above predefined threshold Path BIP above predefined threshold Line FEBE above predefined threshold Path FEBE above predefined threshold SDH SONET Fault Localization AIS RDI Diagnostics Line RDI sent upon LOS LOF or Line AIS Path RDI sent upon LOS LOF Line AIS LOP SLM Path AIS or LCD Section FEBE sent upon section BIP recognition Line FEBE sent upon line BIP recognition Path FEBE sent upon path BIP recognition There are several types of diag
39. configured to a predefined VLAN setting This VLAN setting ensures transparent service transparent bridge but with a total separation between ETH MNG and GbE user traffic This setting ensures that local and remote access to the device host is only available from ETH MNG port Traffic separation is achieved by internal configuration of the ETH MNG GbE user and host bridge port to the double tagging mode and assigning internal VLANs in a way that ETH MNG and internal host are on a different VLAN than the GbE user port As the bridge is VLAN aware total separation of forwarding is achieved The VLAN double tagging is transparent to the user data as it is stripped from the frame at the GbE FE Tx egress Internal VLAN double tagging completely separates ETH MNG and GbE user port even if the same VLANs are being used by attached networks However ingress filtering blocking certain user VLANs is not possible Bridge detailed description RIC 155GE provides a bridging function between its different bridge ports e User Ethernet port e STM 1 OC 3c POS interface e Fast Ethernet management port e Internal host The internal bridge operates in VLAN unaware transparent or VLAN aware modes with VLAN double tagging VLAN stacking 1 GbE User Traffic 1 GbE User Traffic STM 1 OC 3c STM 1 OC 3c SDH SONET RIC 155GE RIC 155GE 10 100BT Management Traffic 10 100BT Management Traffic Network Management Station Figu
40. dBm Optical output power 0 to 9 5 dBm Duplex modes Full duplex Table 1 3 100BaseT Interface Specifications Specifications Ethernet Ports Interface 1000BaseT Ethernet Interface Standards Ethernet IEEE 802 3 Framing N A Data Rate 1000 Mbps Interface type connector Electrical RJ 45 Range 100 meters 328 feet on UTP category 5 cables Duplex modes Full duplex Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 16 Technical Specifications RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Network Port Interfaces Chapter 1 Introduction The SDH SONET network interface is an STM1 OC 3c interface Two options are available e 155 Mbps single mode 1310 nm short haul e 155 Mbps single mode 1310 nm long haul Table 1 4 STM1 OC 3c Network Interface Specifications Long Haul Specifications STM 1 OC 3c port Interface 155 Mbps single mode 1310 nm long haul Standards G 957 L 1 1 G 825 jitter Framing STS3C STM 1 Data Rate 155 Mbps Interface type connector Optical SC Range 40 km 25 miles Wavelength 1310 nm Optical output power 0 to 5 dBm Optical input range 10 to 34 dBm Table 1 5 STM1 OC 3c Network Interface Specifications Short Haul Specifications STM1 OC 3c port Interface 155 Mbps single mode 1310 nm short haul Standards G 957 S 1 1 G 825 jitter Framing STS3C STM 1 Data Rate 155 Mbps Interfac
41. destination bridge port ports to which the frame should be transmitted to the transmission process transmits it while stripping the added PVID so that separation is totally transparent to end user traffic QoS Mapping In VLAN aware mode the RIC 155GE STM1 port supports QoS mapping according to VLAN priority tag Four priority queues are available each VLAN priority may be mapped to a certain priority queue VLAN Unaware Mode In this mode the bridge forwarding ignores the VLAN ID of VLAN tagged frames Each Ethernet packet received from Gigabit Ethernet user port is forwarded according to its destination MAC address Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Functional Description 1 9 Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual Ingress Process All frames are accepted in this mode untagged priority tagged or VLAN tagged Learning and forwarding is based on the MAC addresses with no regard to the VLAN This mode is sometimes regarded to as transparent mode due to tag transparency Learning Process The learning process observes the source MAC address SA of the received frame and updates the forwarding database FDB with the MAC and the bridge port that the frame was received from FDB is also referred to as MAC table The learning process inserts a new entry into the MAC table This entry consists of MAC and bridge port e Ifthe MAC alr
42. e Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 2 Overview RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Bridging RIC 155GE provides a bridging function between its different bridge ports e User Ethernet port e STM 1 OC 3c POS interface e Fast Ethernet management port e Internal host The internal bridge operates in VLAN unaware transparent or VLAN aware modes with VLAN double tagging stacking VLAN Unaware Mode Ethernet packets tagged or untagged received from one of the bridge ports defined in the previous paragraph is forwarded according to its destination MAC address Thus there is only a single queue towards the SDH SONET interface When operating in the VLAN unaware mode the internal bridge supports the following functions e Learning of up to 2048 MAC addresses e Configuration of the aging time e VLAN tagged frames transparency forwarding according to MAC only e MAC table viewing learnt MACs In this mode forwarding of packets between the GbE data port and FE MNG port is blocked locally in the device however there is no end to end separation between the GbE and FE data VLAN Aware Mode In the VLAN aware mode packets at the GbE ingress are VLAN tagged or double tagged with VID PVID Frames at the FE ingress are tagged or double tagged with VID PVID the internal host PVID is the same as the FE PVID These are interna
43. e or sell any product that supports substantially similar functionality as the RIC 155GE based on or derived in any way from the RIC 155GE Your undertaking in this paragraph shall survive the termination of this Agreement This Agreement is effective upon your opening of the RIC 155GE package and shall continue until terminated RAD may terminate this Agreement upon the breach by you of any term hereof Upon such termination by RAD you agree to return to RAD the RIC 155GE and all copies and portions thereof For further information contact RAD at the address below or contact your local distributor International Headquarters U S Headquarters RAD Data Communications Ltd RAD Data Communications Inc 24 Raoul Wallenberg St 900 Corporate Drive Tel Aviv 69719 Israel Mahwah NJ 07430 USA Tel 972 3 6458181 Tel 201 529 1100 Toll free 1 800 444 7234 Fax 972 3 6498250 Fax 201 529 5777 E mail market rad com E mail market radusa com 1991 2006 RAD Data Communications Ltd Publication No 356 200 02 06 Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Limited Warranty RAD warrants to DISTRIBUTOR that the hardware in the RIC 155GE to be delivered hereunder shall be free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of twelve 12 months following the date of shipment to DISTRIBUTOR If during the warranty period any component part of the equipment b
44. e for example to delete an item from the Data Base e Return to the main menu e amp Exit to password screen to prevent unauthorized access after completing the session e Xorx Next item e F or f Forward interval statistic menus e B or b Backward interval statistic menus e Full Screen Allocate full screen for messages Screen path at the bottom showing the path to the specific screen that is being currently displayed Such as Main gt Configure gt etc Viewing the Main Menu Figure 3 3 shows the RIC 155GE Main Menu Access to system configuration and control functions is via this menu At any point and from any screen you can press lt Esc gt repeatedly backing up until you reach the Main Menu Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 3 6 Configuration Alternatives RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation RIC 155GE RAD data communications T RIC 155GE 1 Inventory gt 2 Configuration gt 3 Monitoring gt 4 Diagnostic gt 5 File utility gt gt Main menu gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit 1 user s Figure 3 3 Main Menu The Main menu options are e Inventory type 1 View system information HW SW versions and HW configuration e Configuration type 2 Set and configure all the parameters required for the operation of RIC 155GE e Monitoring type 3
45. e 4 12 SDH SONET to GbE Fault Propagation Menu Table 4 6 SDH SONET to GbE Fault Propagation Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Physical failure Enable When enabled GbE link integrity down triggers the transmission of forwarding Disable SDH SONET alarms Line Path AIS Default Disable Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation 4 9 Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Defining the ETH MNG Interface Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications 4 2 Configuration EE ING 4 Auto Negotiation Enable 2 Physical layer MAX capability advertised 10 BaseT Half Duplex 2 Ethernet Default type 100 BaseT Full Duplex Main gt Configuration gt Physical layer gt E ESC prev menu main menu amp exi Figure 4 13 Ethernet Menu Table 4 7 Ethernet Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Auto negotiation Enable Auto negotiation mode is enabled The rate and duplex modes will be set as the result of the auto negotiation process while the maximum advertised port capability is set by selecting item 3 on the above menu Disable The port does not respond when auto negotiation is initiated Rate and duplex mode set require selection of item 4 on this menu Default Enable Max capability 10BaseT Half Duplex This max port capability will be advertised during auto advertised 1
46. e Connectors RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Appendix A Pinouts Table A 4 Gigabit Ethernet Port Pinout Cont Pin Function 7 C 8 C Optical Gigabit Ethernet Interface Connector LC The Gigabit Ethernet optical connector is LC 850 nm multimode fiber Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Interface Connectors A 3 Appendix A Pinouts Installation and Operation Manual Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com A 4 Interface Connectors RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Appendix B Boot Manager B 1 Introduction This appendix provides a description of the RIC 155GE boot procedure via an ASCII terminal for downloading software The RIC 155GE software is stored in flash memory in two sections in the boot sector and in the file system The boot sector holds a boot program that calls up the rest of the program from the file system The file system contains two compressed copies of the RIC 155GE code One copy is called the operating file and the other is called the backup file The operating file is the default executable RIC 155GE code The backup file is used whenever the operating file is absent or corrupted B 2 Booting RIC 155GE RIC 155GE boots up automatically After powering up no user intervention is required except when the user wishes to access the file system to modify or update the RIC 155GE appli
47. e type connector Optical SC Range 15 km 9 4 miles Wavelength 1310 nm Optical output power 8 to 15 dBm Optical input range 8 to 28 dBm Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Technical Specifications 1 17 Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 18 Technical Specifications RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup This chapter discusses RIC 155GE installation and setup and includes the following sections e Introduction e Site Requirements and Prerequisites e Package Contents e Connecting the Interface Cables e Connecting the Power Cables 2 1 Introduction The RIC 155GE device is intended for installation on desktop 19 racks and walls The following mounting kits are available from RAD e RM 35 for mounting one or two RIC 155GE units into a 19 rack e WM 35 for mounting one RIC 155GE unit on a wall After installing the unit configure the RIC 155GE using an ASCII terminal connected to the RIC 155GE control port The RIC 155GE configuration procedures are described in Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 If problems are encountered refer to Chapter 6 No internal settings adjustment maintenance and repairs should be performed by either the operator or the user Such activities must be performed only by skilled pers
48. eady exists for the same bridge port the aging time will be updated e Ifthe MAC already exists but for a different bridge port dynamic entry the new entry will override the existing one Aging Process The aging process checks the forwarding MAC table periodically Each dynamic entry aging time period that has exceeded the configured Aging Time Limit is deleted The aging time period is the period of time since the last frame for this entry has entered the bridge The periodic check of the MAC table aging time intervals results in an actual aging time that can reach up to twice the value that was configured by the user Forwarding Process The forwarding process is performed based on the frame MAC Destination Address MDA The frame is forwarded to the Bridge port specified in the MAC table for this MAC Frames are forwarded dropped or flooded at this stage for the following reason e Forwarded A frame will be forwarded according to its DA to the bridge port where its DA was learnt e Dropped if the port for that DA entry in the MAC table is the port on which the frame was received the frame will be dropped e Flooded f there is no information regarding the DA in the MAC table then the frame is flooded to all ports Frames with multicast or broadcast address are flooded to all ports Transmission Process In this bridge mode VLAN unaware the frames are transmitted unchanged no tags are added or removed
49. ecomes defective by reason of material or workmanship and DISTRIBUTOR immediately notifies RAD of such defect RAD shall have the option to choose the appropriate corrective action a supply a replacement part or b request return of equipment to its plant for repair or c perform necessary repair at the equipment s location In the event that RAD requests the return of equipment each party shall pay one way shipping costs RAD shall be released from all obligations under its warranty in the event that the equipment has been subjected to misuse neglect accident or improper installation or if repairs or modifications were made by persons other than RAD s own authorized service personnel unless such repairs by others were made with the written consent of RAD The above warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied There are no warranties which extend beyond the face hereof including but not limited to warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and in no event shall RAD be liable for consequential damages RAD shall not be liable to any person for any special or indirect damages including but not limited to lost profits from any cause whatsoever arising from or in any way connected with the manufacture sale handling repair maintenance or use of the RIC 155GE and in no event shall RAD s liability exceed the purchase price of the RIC 155GE DISTRIBUTOR shall be responsible to its customers f
50. ects the format of the transmitted frame at the output port with or without VLAN Ingress Process The ingress process is composed of three processes frame admission ingress filtering and PVID assignment to untagged priority only tagged frames e Frame admission all frames tagged and untagged coming from the port are admitted e PVID Assignment In VLAN aware mode each received frame entering the bridge is associated with a single VLAN ID VID In case the received frame does not have a VID untagged or priority only tagged frames a specific PVID will be assigned to these frames before they pass to the forwarding process Every frame will be tagged with a PVID Frames already having a VID will be double tagged For untagged frames that were tagged during this process to VID PVID a priority tag of 0 will be assigned at the VLAN priority field Double tagged frames will copy the priority tag of the original frame priority tag Frames that pass this stage are submitted to the learning and forwarding processes Learning Process The learning process observes the source MAC address SA and the PVID assigned at ingress and updates the forwarding database with the MAC VID pair Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 8 Functional Description RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Aging Process The aging process checks the forward
51. ed Off No Alarm ETH LINK Green On Link OK Off Link is disconnected ETH ACT Yellow Blinking Frame received or sent within the last second Off No frame received or sent within the last second Network Green On STM1 port is synchronized no alarms SYNC Off LOS LOF LOP AIS Blinking RDI detected 3 3 Default Settings Configuration parameters in RIC 155GE may or may not have defaults Configuration parameters that have default values fall into one of two categories e Defaults that are configured For example terminal baud rate which is 19200 and set on power up These defaults are presented on the screen e Defaults that are not configurable These defaults are not visible when entering the screen and are presented by a blank field They show up after a Save operation is done on the particular screen Configuration parameters that do not have default values must have values entered in their respective fields or the Save operation will fail Parameter Table 3 2 RIC 155GE Default Settings Default Value System gt Management Set Host IP address 0 0 0 0 Set Subnet Mask 0 0 0 0 Host Tagging Untagged Host VLAN None Host VLAN Priority None Authentication failure trap ON Trap community Public Read community Public Write community Public Manager IP Address 0 0 0 0 Order from Cutter Networks 3 2 Default Settings ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 15
52. enu Short error message Sub Menu gt Sub Menu gt Parameter Y gt Select value from the list Table prompt gt Help lin Parameter help line such as Main gt Con Scroll m Table Sa Figure 3 6 1 2 3 Parameter X 4 5 z e message Ny Esc to return to previous menu fig gt System Division screen lin essage are Figure 3 5 Sample Functional Screen mple Screen shows a typical table V ID and Names are the columns of parameters to be defined Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 3 8 Configuration Alternatives RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation RIC 155GE RAD data communications VLAN Table Main gt Configuration gt Interworking gt Bridge gt VLAN Table ESC prev menu main menu amp exit 1 user s Figure 3 6 Sample Table Screen VLAN The following hot keys are used to navigate a table screen e Scroll left r right u up d down e Move L left R right U up D down e Row a add t remove e m represents entry as menu e c clear table e TAB select next changeable cell e S lt row number gt lt column number gt select cell Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuration Alternatives 3 9 Chapter 3 Operation
53. er Statistics Main Menu 1 3 Monitoring 4 2 Physical Layer Main Menu 3 Monitoring 2 Physical Layer gt v 1 SONET SDH 1 SONET SDH This menu provides access to the screens that display the statistics for SONET SDH Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet interfaces The Physical Layer menu will vary depending on the type of network interface RIC 155GE RAD data communications Physical layer SONET SDH ERNET Go F B Main gt Monitoring gt Physical statistics gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 2 Physical Layer Menu SONET SDH Network Interface SONET SDH Statistics This screen displays all the statistics and counters at the SONET SDH interface during the past 6 hours You can select any 15 minute time interval to narrow the information source To view the SONET SDH statistics e Select 1 SONET SDH from the Physical Layer menu to show the sub menu for Statistics SONET SDH statistics POS statistics Figure 6 3 shows a sample SONET statistics screen Table 6 2 lists the SONET faults their meaning and when they occur Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 6 4 Monitoring Performance RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE ET SDH Statistics LOS LOF LOP SLM MS AIS AU AIS MS FERF HP FERF RS BIP B1 Interval number gt
54. erminal or from a remote site using Telnet ConfiguRAD Web based application or RADviewLite SNMP based fault management software Log Events File Events are stored and time stamped in an event log file that is saved in a non volatile memory Up to 2000 cyclic entries are maintained Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Functional Description 1 11 Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual Inband Management RIC 155GE supports inband management via Telnet Web and SNMP Configuration monitoring and statistics are available Out of Band Management RIC 155GE enables full configuration and diagnostics via an ASCII terminal The ASCII terminal is connected to the Control Port in the RIC 155GE front panel ASCII terminal activation is provided in Chapter 3 including general instructions for navigating through the system menus and windows and modifying data Security ASCII terminal Telnet and Web access are password protected After a period of 15 minutes of inactivity during which no character was sent to the terminal the system exits to the password screen If there are three attempts to enter the system using a wrong password the RIC 155GE will disallow additional attempts and access shall be possible only by obtaining a new access code from RAD technical support RIC 155GE supports the following access authorization levels e Super user mode for
55. ground connections should comply with the local codes The telecommunication wiring in the building may be damaged or present a fire hazard in case of contact between exposed external wires and the AC power lines In order to reduce the risk there are restrictions on the diameter of wires in the telecom cables between the equipment and the mating connectors Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cords Attention Pour r duire les risques s incendie utiliser seulement des conducteurs de t l communications 26 AWG ou de section sup rieure Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Some ports are suitable for connection to intra building or non exposed wiring or cabling only In such cases a notice will be given in the installation instructions Do not attempt to tamper with any carrier provided equipment or connection hardware Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC The equipment is designed and approved to comply with the electromagnetic regulations of major regulatory bodies The following instructions may enhance the performance of the equipment and will provide better protection against excessive emission and better immunity against disturbances A good earth connection is essential When installing the equipment in a rack make sure to remove all traces of paint from the mounting points Use suitable lock washers and torque If an external gro
56. gt Physical layer gt SDH SONE ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 8 SDH SONET Menu Table 4 4 SDH SONET Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Tx Clock source Internal Transmit clock is generated by internal oscillator at 20 ppm accuracy Loopback Timing is recovered from line Rx clock and used as transmit clock Default Loopback Frame type SONET SONET frame format SDH SDH frame format The difference between the two formats is in the two bits in the H1 byte that have different value definitions SS bits Default SDH Thresholds Sets the physical layer errors thresholds See Figure 4 9 2400 is the default value for all thresholds Physical layer events traps are threshold triggered that means that an event trap will be sent only if the threshold was exceeded Threshold can be configured for 1 to 8000 events per second where an event is an errored SDH SONET frame For BIPs the value is the threshold of the SES counter in the Physical Layer statistics Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation 4 7 Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications Thresholds RS BIP 2400 MS BIP 2400 HP BIP 2400 MS FEBE ave es 2400 HP FEBE 2400 Physical configuration gt SDH SONET gt Th
57. he day To clear the log file 1 Type 2 in the Event Log menu The following screen appears E YOU SURE THAT YOU WANT TO CLEAR ALL ALARMS Y N 2 Type Y to clear or N to return to the Event Log menu Table 6 1 lists an events file list for RIC 155GE For detailed information about the event log refer to Chapter 1 The list contains events that may appear in the log file The terminology used in Table 6 1 is for SONET For SDH terminology refer to Table 1 1 Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 6 2 Monitoring Performance RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Event LOS START E ND Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Table 6 1 Events File List Meaning Loss Of Signal Explanation Start or end of LOS event at the SONET SDH or Ethernet level LOF START E ND Loss Of Frame Start or end of LOF event at the SONET SDH physical layer SLM START E ND Signal Label Mismatch Start or end of SLM event at the SONET SDH physical layer LOP START END Loss Of Pointer Start or end of LOP event at the SONET SDH physical layer LINE AIS Line Alarm Indication Start or end of Line AIS event at the SONET SDH physical START END Signal layer PATH AIS Path Alarm Indication Start or end of Path AIS event at the SONET SDH physical START END Signal layer LINE RDI Line Remote Defect Start or end of Li
58. her full or half duplex operation Autonegotiation for automatic speed and duplex mode are supported as well The Ethernet port supports Ethernet and 802 3 standards Gigabit Ethernet Interface The Gigabit Ethernet physical interface is either an optical 1000BaseSx or an electrical 1000BaseT 1000 Mbps full duplex is supported with an option to enable or disable autonegotiation The Gigabit Ethernet interface supports Ethernet and 802 3 standards Bridge Operation Modes This section describes the bridge operation mode default bridge settings and management access RIC 155GE default mode is VLAN unaware In this mode the bridge is configured to VLAN unaware and the bridge ports are automatically attached ETH MNG Gigabit Ethernet user STM1 POS and internal host No further configuration is needed except for defining the device host Bridge parameters such as aging time may be changed In this mode RIC 155GE is a transparent bridge with no separation between ETH MNG traffic and GbE user traffic Note In this mode traffic between local GbE user and ETH MNG is blocked Management access local and remote is available from both ETH MNG and GbE user port Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 6 Functional Description RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction When the RIC 155GE is configured as a VLAN aware bridge the bridge is automatically
59. hysical layer gt SONET SDH gt POS Statistics gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug 1 user s Figure 6 6 POS Statistics Screen Table 6 3 POS Statistics Term Explanation Rx Correct Frames Number of good frames received by the POS interface Rx FCS Error Number of packets received over the POS interface that have errored HDLC FCS Tx Dropped Frames Frames dropped at the POS egress due to congested Tx queue Tx Correct Frames Number of correct frames transmitted over the POS interface Ethernet Statistics Mana Ment From the Ethernet menu you can display the Ethernet status data and performance statistics for the last 24 hours Ethernet statistics are not available in intervals end Table 6 4 explains terms used in the Ethernet Status screen Table 6 5 explains 2 Physical Layer terms used in the Ethernet Statistics screen gt To show the Ethernet Statistics 2 Ethernet e Select 2 Ethernet from the Physical Layer menu to show the sub menu for Ethernet Status See Figure 6 7 Ethernet Statistics See Figure 6 8 Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 6 8 Monitoring Performance RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics RIC 155GE RAD data communications ET status MAC 00 20 d2 21 80 00 Mode full duplex Rate 100 Mbps Status No
60. ility Figure B 2 Boot Option Screen File Download In this mode the user is able to perform a download of a new application file In order to use this mode two conditions apply e No application file was found e Option 1 was selected after Ctrl A was pressed gt To download an application file e Type 1 in the Boot Option screen The Application File Not Found screen appears RIC 155GI Application file was not found Download application file using 0 Exit 1 XMODEM protocol 2 TETP protocol Select one protocol Figure B 3 Application File Not Found Screen Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com B 2 Booting RIC 155GE RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Appendix B Boot Manager Downloading via XMODEM gt To download an application file via XMODEM 1 Type 1 in the Application File Not Found screen The following screen appears RIC 155GI Application file was not found Download application file using 0 Exit 1 XMODEM protocol 2 TFTP protocol Select one protocol 1 Downloading application file using XMODI 2 Type Y The XMODEM File Transfer screen appears and downloading begins RIC 155GI Downloading application file Send the fil Figure B 4 XMODEM File Transfer Screen Downloading via TFTP gt To download an application file via TFTP 1 Type 2 in the
61. ing MAC table periodically Each dynamic entry aging time period that has exceeded the configured Aging Time Limit is deleted The aging time period is the period of time since the last frame for this entry has entered the bridge The periodic check of the MAC table aging time intervals results in actual aging time that can reach up to twice the value that was configured by the user Forwarding Process The forwarding process is performed on the basis of the frame destination MAC VID pair The frame is forwarded to bridge port that was specified in the MAC table for this MAC VID pair entry Tagged and double tagged frames are forwarded according to the PVID that was attached to that frame during the ingress process In VLAN aware mode internal settings of PVID and VLAN ports members ensures forwarding according to MAC address learnt from ports that share the same PVID FE and internal host share the same PVID but are different from the PVID assigned to GbE user port e Flooding Ifthe DA VID pair is not learned and does not exist in the MAC table the frame will be transmitted to all bridge ports that are associated with the same VLAN ID as the frame s PVID internal settings GbE and STM1 as one VLAN domain and FE Internal host as a second domain Multicasts and broadcasts are also flooded only through the bridge ports whose VLAN ID equals the frame s PVID Transmission Process After the forwarding process matches the
62. l settings and are transparent to the user application as the extra VID tag is stripped at FE and GbE egress In VLAN aware mode forwarding is performed according to MAC and VLAN PVID Using the internal setting of double tagging ensures total separation of FE and GbE traffic Host traffic has the same internal VID as the FE tag so management is allowed only from FE MNG port and is totally separated from GbE user traffic In this mode four priorities for user traffic are supported at the POS interface according to the frame VLAN priority When operating in the VLAN aware mode the internal bridge supports the following functions e Learning and forwarding according to MAC address and VID e Learning of up to 2048 MAC table entries MAC VID pairs Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Overview 1 3 Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual e Configuration of the aging time e MAC table viewing learnt MACs e Double tagging all frames are tagged An untagged frame becomes tagged and a tagged frame becomes double tagged The added tag is stripped at FE GbE egress Management Setup control and monitoring of status and diagnostics information can be performed using one of the following methods e Inband management Local and remote management via the Ethernet port for management Local and remote management via the Gigabit Ethernet user po
63. le generic screen to set up and configure RIC 155GE Not all the elements appear on all the screens e Linkto a sub menu such as 1 or 2 on the sample screen To reach a sub menu select either 1 or 2 and press lt Enter gt e Enter a value for a parameter item 3 To enter a value type 3 press lt Enter gt type the value and press lt Enter gt e Select a value from a list item 4 To select a value type 4 press lt Enter gt select the value from the list and press lt Enter gt e Table to be filled with data or viewed Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuration Alternatives 3 5 Chapter 3 Operation Installation and Operation Manual Save command is shown only when at least one menu item has been changed but illegal changes such as a parameter out of range shall not permit the Save operation to be carried out The area at the bottom of the screen is allocated for online messages These messages carry online interactive user information containing configuration instructions and fail information with possible reasons of the failure Terminal Hot Keys Terminal hot keys are provided per screen to enhance the functionality that is required of that screen The available hot keys are listed in the lower part of each screen The following hot keys are system keys available on screens e Esc Return to previous menu e Sors Save e D ord Delet
64. lt ESC gt to display the user name and password entry form 8 Enter your user name and password and proceed with the management session Note The RIC 155GE default user names is su case sensitive default password is 1234 Configuring RIC 155GE via the Quick Start Menu The management software provides a Quick Setup menu which includes the basic parameters necessary for configuration gt To configure RIC 155GE 1 From the Main Menu select Main gt Configuration gt Quick Setup 2 Configure the parameters according to Table 0 1 RIC 155GE RAD data communications address P mask t Gateway Tagging VLAN ost VLAN priority Bridge Type VLAN unaware gt Main gt Configuration gt Quick Setup gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 2 Configuring RIC 155GE RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Quick Start Guide Table 0 1 Quick Setup Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Host IP Address 0 0 0 0 to Default None 255 255 255 255 Host IP Mask 0 0 0 0 to Default None 255 255 255 255 Default Gateway 0 0 0 0 to Default None 255 255 255 255 Host Tagging Tagged Specifies if the Management station is using tagged or untagged frames Untagged RIC 155GE must transmit in the same format even if bridge is in VLAN aware mode Default Untagged Host
65. me selected New password Enter a name of up to 10 alphanumeric characters case sensitive This parameter appears only if the User name and Current password parameters are correct Confirm new Retype the new password This parameter appears only if the password User name and Current password parameters are correct 4 2 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation This section contains detailed instructions for configuring RIC 155GE and contains the following sections e Configuring the System Parameters e Configuring the Terminal Parameters e Configuring the Physical Layer Parameters e Configuring the Bridge Parameters e Defining the Host IP Figure 4 7 shows the recommended configuration order RIC 155GE system configuration should be performed before configuring services such as bridge General device configuration consists of Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation 4 5 Chapter 4 Configuration Configuration of the System Parameters Configuration of the Physical Layer Installation and Operation Manual Configure the System Terminal Date Time and the Management functions Host IP Managers and their sub functions Configure the Physical Layer SDH SONET Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet and their sub functions RIC 155GE Management 1 Host IP 2 Manager List 3 D G 4 Alarm Mask Physical Layer STM1 1 SO
66. munication Network Voltage 1 pane Sikh eue Ew Ports whose normal operating voltage is within the limits of SELV on which overvoltages from telecommunications networks are possible FXS Foreign Exchange Subscriber TNV 2 Telecommunication Network Voltage 2 Ports whose normal operating voltage exceeds the limits of SELV usually up to 120 VDC or telephone ringing voltages on which overvoltages from telecommunication networks are not possible These ports are not permitted to be directly connected to external telephone and data lines FXO Foreign Exchange Office xDSL TNV 3 Telecommunication Network Voltage 3 with feeding voltage U Interface ISDN Ports whose normal operating voltage exceeds the limits of SELV usually up to 120 VDC or telephone ringing voltages on which overvoltages from telecommunication networks are possible Always connect a given port to a port of the same safety status If in doubt seek the assistance of a qualified safety engineer Always make sure that the equipment is grounded before connecting telecommunication cables Do not disconnect the ground connection before disconnecting all telecommunications cables Some SELV and non SELV circuits use the same connectors Use caution when connecting cables Extra caution should be exercised during thunderstorms When using shielded or coaxial cables verify that there is a good ground connection at both ends The earthing and bonding of the
67. munications products Additional instructions if applicable are included inside the manual JN Warning J i AA Warning Safety Symbols This symbol may appear on the equipment or in the text It indicates potential safety hazards regarding product operation or maintenance to operator or service personnel Danger of electric shock Avoid any contact with the marked surface while the product is energized or connected to outdoor telecommunication lines Protective earth the marked lug or terminal should be connected to the building protective earth bus Some products may be equipped with a laser diode In such cases a label with the laser class and other warnings as applicable will be attached near the optical transmitter The laser warning symbol may be also attached Please observe the following precautions e Before turning on the equipment make sure that the fiber optic cable is intact and is connected to the transmitter e Do not attempt to adjust the laser drive current e Do not use broken or unterminated fiber optic cables connectors or look straight at the laser beam e The use of optical devices with the equipment will increase eye hazard e Use of controls adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure ATTENTION The laser beam may be invisible Always observe standard safety precautions during installation operation and maintenance of
68. n Mode Buffer Filtering and forwarding Compliance Operation Frame Size Connector Interface Data Rate Connector Technical Specifications ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 1 Relevant sections of IEEE 802 3u 802 3x 802 1p and 802 3q 1000 Mbps Regular 1668 bytes LC Connector Cat 5 cable 1000BaseSx 1000BaseT 1 SC 155 Mbps Single mode 1310 short haul G 957 1 1 Single mode long haul G 957 L1 1 Multimode ANSI T1 646 Four e Gigabit Ethernet e 10 100BaseT management e Local host e STM 1 POS Up to 2048 MAC addresses learned VLAN aware VLAN unaware 3150 frame buffer Up to 287 000 pps VLAN unaware Up to 270 000 pps VLAN aware IEEE 802 3 Full duplex autonegotiation Up to 1668 bytes RJ 45 RS 232 V 24 DTE asynchronous 9 6 19 2 38 4 57 6 115 2 kbps DB 9 female www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Alarm Connector Monitoring Indicators Power Physical Environment Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Connector Electrical Characteristics Statistics PWR green ALM red ETH LINK Green ACT Yellow SYNC green AC Source DC Source Power Consumption Height Width Depth Weight Temperature Humidity ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Chapter 1 Introduction DB 9 female Dry Contact 30V 2A STM 1 OC 3c physical layer statistics STM 1 OC 3c frame counters Gigabit Ethernet
69. ne RDI event at the SONET SDH START END Indication physical layer PATH RDI Path Remote Defect Start or end of Path RDI event at the SONET SDH START END Indication physical layer SECTION BIP Section Bit Interleaved Start or end of Section BIP event at the SONET SDH START END Parity Error physical layer above configured threshold LINE BIP Line Bit Interleaved Parity Start or end of Line BIP event at the SONET SDH physical START END Error layer above configured threshold PATH BIP Path Bit Interleaved Parity Start or end of Path BIP event at the SONET SDH physical START END Error layer above configured threshold LINE FEBE Line Far End Block Error Start or end of Line FEBE event at the SONET SDH START END physical layer above configured threshold PATH FEBE Path Far End Block Error Start or end of Path FEBE event at the SONET SDH START END physical layer above configured threshold COLD START RIC 155GE has been powered up AUTHENTICATION Invalid community was received FAILURE LOCAL LOGIN A local login occured INVALID LOGIN An invalid login attempt occurred failed on password Note All traps alarm and system can be masked per manager See Setting the Manager List in Chapter 4 for details Order from Cutter Networks www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Monitoring Performance 6 3 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual Viewing the Physical Lay
70. ne dea uetdlassneaalas EAE REA EE EREATARA 6 1 Viewing the Physical Layer Statistics ss ssssssesensessesensnserstterstrtnstnrstntisnnstnterinsrsrnnsrnsenene 6 4 6 2 Detecting ErrOrSesissesise uairean aea aiaee saena ETEEN EEEIEE EN TE ARE NERES 6 12 SDH SONET Clie OSES im assinnata tiii Aaaa aea ARA a Aa Ea EAA EEA AERAR AE 6 12 Self Test Res ltsus arces ioesrani an a E EE E a O 6 14 6 3 Handling Alaris sisstssssssoiesisrsnorassesioiscesissveseivis enst Tritis on eei NS EEEa EES aei EEEE 6 14 6A Tro bleshootiNp siisii inienn ina ia RERA A EEEE RASENE 6 15 6 5 Testing RICE 1 ISG seisena reinn EEE A E ES TEES E N EEEE RERE REES 6 16 loopback Si riean eE EEOAE TOE O O TRGE 6 16 WiSt Gf TRAPS EVES csvsstes tuni eee e E REE EO AEA A E 6 16 6 6 Frequently Asked Questions 3 2 ssiasnauthanacausptsawasaassasddunoaseusladevaabtaaisesbuad iastaseensinnssauaa 6 16 6 7 Technical SUBD ONE neseserai a a E A 6 16 Appendix A Pinouts Appendix B Boot Manager Index Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com ii RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1 Overview RIC 155GE is a network termination unit designed to offer simple and efficient connection of two remote LANs over SDH infrastructure Gigabit Ethernet traffic over STM 1 OC 3c lines Equipped with a fiber optic STM 1 OC 3c interface RIC 155GE serves as cost effective alternative to ATM devices and routers The RIC 155GE s packe
71. nector on the RIC 155GE rear panel The unit has no power switch Operation starts when the power is applied to the power connector Configuring RIC 155GE Configure RIC 155GE to the desired operation mode via an ASCII terminal connected to the front panel CONTROL port Alternatively you can manage RIC 155GE over Telnet a PC running a Web browsing application or RADviewLite application via the MNG port Starting a Terminal Session for the First Time gt To start a terminal configuration session 1 Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Connect an ASCII terminal to RIC 155GE CONTROL port default settings are 19200 N 8 1 Flow control None Set the terminal emulator to VT100 emulation for optimal view of system menus If you are using Hyper Terminal set the terminal mode to 132 column mode for optimal view of system menus Properties gt Settings gt Terminal Setup gt 132 column mode ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Configuring RIC 155GE 1 Quick Start Guide Installation and Operation Manual 4 Power up RIC 155GE Verify that the PWR LED in front panel is On 5 Verify RIC 155GE correct startup by observing one of the following From the ASCII terminal verify that the Self Test was successfully completed Check the ALM LED on the front panel of the unit a Off no alarms present a On device ALM is present 6 If alarm is present check physical conditions 7 Press
72. ng instructions g g g g g Manual organization g g g g g Illustrations g g g g g The manual as a whole g g g g g What did you like about the manual Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Type of Error s or Problem s OuUaoaedauvueda OU OU Error Report Incompatibility with product Difficulty in understanding text Regulatory information Safety Compliance Warnings etc Difficulty in finding needed information Missing information Illogical flow of information Style spelling grammar references etc Appearance Other Please list the exact page numbers with the error s detail the errors you found information missing unclear or inadequately explained etc and attach the page to your fax if necessary Please add any comments or suggestions you may have You are Od 0 Oo Who is your distributor Your name and company Job title Distributor End user VAR Other Address Direct telephone number and extension Fax number E mail Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com data communicatio
73. ng the Power Cables scvaccssisdsccsinideuedsascuncedaniacsouestoatootssdanneua iesiri 2 2 Connecting ACI POWE Tiirinen ninaa e ERA AE EA REREN E AER 2 3 Connecting IDC POWER siscs3 sitesetiessnadsxedsonced A Ea E EEA EI E EAEE 2 3 Chapter 3 Operation Sal Turning RICH 5 SE ON esta sesu ps entisnnscasuacidanscansies iecagaaiaseatanotaan Nadesuenpiard REEERE TEKES 3 1 3 2 Controls and Indicators asco hess icine sloanenceaaennteuninnnyonwmnnenmtanvaaadanieee 3 1 3 3 n D fault Settings dacascsasaealacea seein sous tens andes asec iwsesetan wands A asst amacoaamtacensuaneavaoeseaate 3 2 SA Contiguration Alternatives res sirasini sinnen eani aeai 3 3 Working with an ASCI Tetminal sspiitsiuiesinniens iiredas yidis aaa Eii 3 4 MeONUMa DS ieni ae E E N a a 3 10 35 Tumming RIC 155GE Off serisidir ivairiai Saes 3 12 Chapter 4 Configuration 4 1 Configuring RIC 155GE for Manageme nit iscicsiseeisstvaoesiaatvasndatvaausaaicbesavddsddoesiactoatts 4 1 Configuring the System PahanlOte les iceosarcistenaaianondsaisasanteniaadstactsunadearautaiadsanatidiaanettauacsedtnaiands 4 1 Configuring the Terminal Parameter sats jcsssindssipinancsphalaicsatavennspeucadesisiaaneassihedcrhsianantadaiaaesinads 4 5 4 2 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation astscascsassssatssisd oxstacaveasdestaneasacetadhaarveddiderteisaniioats 4 5 Configuring the Physical Layer ParaniGlers incite oisiedd anasctessivsenacedaaneteiasanatatiaratadeiaatetedaatnadtaniunia 4 7 Configuring the Bridge
74. nostics and troubleshooting procedures For more information see Chapter 6 Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Loop based troubleshooting SDH SONET port timed external loop towards line SDH SONET port timed internal loop towards device Ping tests to manager s station Events Traps Hierarchically layered traps event traps resulting from events that were already reported and are still active will not be sent For example LOF event traps will not be sent if LOS was sent and the physical layer problem still exists Physical layer events traps for STM1 BIPs and FEBE are threshold triggered the event trap will be sent only if the threshold was exceeded The threshold is configurable from 1 to 8000 events per second One event is an errored frame Traps can be disabled when a manager masks them Events to the event log cannot be disabled For more information refer to Chapter 6 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Functional Description 1 13 Chapter 1 Introduction User Ethernet Interface STM 1 POS Interface Internal Bridge 10 100BT Management Port Control Port Order from Cutter Networks 1 14 Installation and Operation Manual 1 4 Technical Specifications Number of Ports Compatibility Data Rate Frame Size Fiber Optic Interface Electrical Cable Type Options Number of Ports Connector Data Rate Options Number of Ports LAN Table Operatio
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76. om 4 16 Additional Tasks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration File Utility S W amp file transfer Figure 4 21 File Utility Menu Tree RIC 155GE provides two ways to transfer files e Using the serial interface via X modem e Using the inband communication to download upload files via TFTP Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications 4 S W amp file transfer 5 File Utility L 1 Download Upload using XMODE POMS Filg 2 Download Upload using TFTP transfer gt Main gt File utility gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 4 22 S W amp File Transfer Menu The Boot Code should not be tampered with It should ONLY be handled by authorized personnel or after contacting RAD Technical Support Warning Notes Ifyou want to return to the original code version after downloading new software code reboot RIC 155GE enter the Boot menu and choose the File Swap option as described in Appendix A Transferring files via XMODEM Main Menu i D Only Configuration files can be uploaded If you enter a software file the Upload 5 File Utility option is not displayed 1 S W amp File A confirmation message appears Upon confirmation the download or upload transfer process begins 4 1 XMODEM Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Additional Tasks 4 17 Chapter 4 Configuration
77. on and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications Main Menu LY Inventory 1 1 t ae Boot Version rak 18 May 6 2004 11 14 47 Boot File System coat 18 May 6 2004 10 28 15 Application SW version ee 00 Feb 6 2005 15 15 14 Main HW revision Brp 0 A Device serial number lt 12345678 E INFORMATION ETH 10 100 Mbps over UTP RJ45 ETH 1000 Mbps over UTP 1000BaseT RJ45 t SONET SDH 155M MM 1310 SC upply type AC upply CSL sea A tact Port DB9 gt Main gt Inventory gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 20 Typical Inventory Screen Notes POS Port options e 1 1 SC connector e 11 1 SC connector DRY Contact Port available if ordered Returning to Factory Defaults The Factory default option resets the system format to factory default values gt To configure the unit to factory default values 1 Type 4 Factory default in the System menu A confirmation message appears E YOU SURE YOU WANT TO RETURN TO FACTORY DEFAULT Y N 2 Type Y to confirm or N to cancel The device will reboot automatically after being reset to factory default Transferring Files This section describes the software and file transfer procedures for RIC 155GE Figure 4 27 illustrates the File Utility menu terminal screens Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource c
78. on and monitoring operations can be performed locally using an ASCII terminal connected to the control port The following functions are supported e View system information e Modify configuration and mode of operation including setting system default values e View statistics and status e Perform diagnostics RIC 155GE configuration and system monitoring including troubleshooting procedures can also be performed from a remote site using Telnet or a Web application Connecting RIC 155GE to an ASCII Terminal The ASCII terminal can be connected directly to the RIC 155GE Control port Use straight cable to connect directly between the Control Port and the ASCII terminal Any standard ASCII terminal a dumb terminal or a PC running terminal emulation application that is equipped with a V 24 RS 232 communication interface can be used to set up and configure the RIC 155GE gt To connect RIC 155GE to a control terminal 1 Make sure that all the RIC 155GE connectors are properly connected to the appropriate media 2 Turn on the control terminal PC and set its default port parameters to 19 200 baud 8 bits character 1 stop bit no parity Flow control None 3 Set the terminal emulator to VT100 emulation for optimal view of system menus 4 If you are using Hyper Terminal set the terminal mode to 132 column mode for optimal view of system menus Properties gt Settings gt Terminal Setup gt 132 column mode 5 Powe
79. onfiguration Alternatives 3 11 Chapter 3 Operation Installation and Operation Manual 3 5 Turning RIC 155GE Off gt To turn off RIC 155GE e Disconnect the power cable from the rear panel Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 3 12 Turning RIC 155GE Off RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Chapter 4 Configuration This chapter describes the configuration procedures for RIC 155GE and includes the following sections e Configuring RIC 155GE for Management e Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation e Additional Tasks 4 1 Configuring RIC 155GE for Management Configuring the System Parameters The system menu allows access to system configuration sub menus such as Management Terminal Date amp Time and to other basic system parameters Main Menu 2 Configuration RIC 155GE RAD data communications 2 System System 1 Management Terminal Factory default 2 3 Date amp Time 4 5 Reset gt Main gt Configuration gt System gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 1 System Menu Note Ifyou select Factory Default or Reset you will be asked to confirm your selection by pressing Y or N You will also be asked if management configuration should be set to default Defining the Host IP gt To define the Host IP e From the Main Menu select System gt Management gt Host IP Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax
80. onnel who are aware of the hazards involved Warning Always observe standard safety precautions during installation operation and maintenance of this product 2 2 Site Requirements and Prerequisites AC powered RIC 155GE units should be installed within 1 5 meters 5 feet of an easily accessible grounded AC outlet capable of furnishing the required supply voltage in the range of 100 to 240 VAC 50 or 60 Hz Allow at least 90 cm 36 in of frontal clearance for operator access For continuous product operation allow at least 10 cm 3 9 in of frontal clearance and at least 15 cm 5 9 in at rear of the unit for cable connections and ventilation For proper ventilation keep at least 2 5 cm 0 9 in clearance from the sides and top of the product The ambient operating temperature of RIC 155GE is 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F at a relative humidity of up to 90 non condensing Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Site Requirements and Prerequisites 2 1 Chapter 2 Installation and Setup Installation and Operation Manual A N Warning 2 3 Package Contents RIC 155GE package contains the following items e RIC 155GE unit e AC power cord e RM 35 rack mount kit if ordered e WNM 35 wall mount kit if ordered 2 4 Connecting the Interface Cables RIC 155GE includes one Ethernet port one Gigabit Ethernet port and one SDH SONET port The SDH SONET port supports
81. or any and all warranties which it makes relating to RIC 155GE and for ensuring that replacements and other adjustments required in connection with the said warranties are satisfactory Software components in the RIC 155GE are provided as is and without warranty of any kind RAD disclaims all warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose RAD shall not be liable for any loss of use interruption of business or indirect special incidental or consequential damages of any kind In spite of the above RAD shall do its best to provide error free software products and shall offer free Software updates during the warranty period under this Agreement RAD s cumulative liability to you or any other party for any loss or damages resulting from any claims demands or actions arising out of or relating to this Agreement and the RIC 155GE shall not exceed the sum paid to RAD for the purchase of the RIC 155GE In no event shall RAD be liable for any indirect incidental consequential special or exemplary damages or lost profits even if RAD has been advised of the possibility of such damages This Agreement shall be construed and governed in accordance with the laws of the State of Israel Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com General Safety Instructions The following instructions serve as a general guide for the safe installation and operation of telecom
82. r up the RIC 155GE The RIC 155GE displays the self test result in the terminal The PWR LED on the right side of the front panel is green at the end of the test Login To gain access to the main menu you must login first gt To login 1 Press ESC to enter the login screen The Login screen appears Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 3 4 Configuration Alternatives RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 3 Operation User name Password Note Figure 3 2 Login Screen 2 Enter your user name su for full configuration and monitoring access and then your password when prompted the factory set password is 1234 If the password is invalid in three consecutive attempts the system will become inaccessible User Name and Password To enter as a supervisor This allows you to configure all parameters of RIC 155GE and to change the su and user passwords 1 Type su for User Name 2 Press lt Enter gt 3 Type 1234 for Password 4 Press lt Enter gt To view the unit s statistics This does not allow you to make configuration changes 1 Type user for User Name 2 Press lt Enter gt 3 Type 1234 for Password 4 Press lt Enter gt To set all passwords to the default value 1234 e Enter as su and delete the unit s configuration through the Configuration screens Using the Command Language Refer to Figure 3 5 as a samp
83. re 1 3 VLAN Aware Mode Management Diagram VLAN Aware Mode In the VLAN aware mode the frame forwarding is based on the MAC addressing and VLAN tagging RIC 155GE uses tagging and double tagging methods to ensure ETH MNG and GbE user data separation When RIC 155GE receives frames tagged or untagged it tags or double tags them with a port default VID and forwards them according to the new VID and MAC By using double tagging for the Gigabit Ethernet port STM 1 OC 3c port management port and the host it is possible to separate data and management traffic even without knowing user traffic parameters tagged untagged user VLANS Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Functional Description 1 7 Chapter 1 Introduction Installation and Operation Manual At the STM 1 port RIC 155GE maps packets according to the VLAN priority bits into four fixed priority egress queues enabling differentiation between various user applications in case of congestion The mechanism of the VLAN aware bridge can be described as five different processes e Ingress checks each frame entering the bridge to decide if and how this frame should be passed on to the forwarding process e Learning learns new MAC table entries MAC VID pairs e Aging checks the forwarding MAC table periodically e Forwarding decides to which bridge port ports to forward the frame e Transmission sel
84. reshold ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 9 Thresholds Screen Configuring SDH SONET to Gigabit Ethernet Fault Propagation RIC 155GE RAD data communications SDH SONET to GbE Alarm Forwarding Recovery Automatic 1 Physical failure forwarding Enable ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 10 SDH SONET to GbE Fault Propagation Menu Table 4 5 SDH SONET to GbE Fault Propagation Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Physical failure Enable When enabled SDH SONET alarms are allowed to propagate and forwarding Disable bring down the GbE link Default Disable Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 8 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Defining the Gigabit Ethernet Interface Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications 2 Configuration J to negotiation gt Enable E to SDH SONET Alarm Forwarding gt 2 Physical layer 4 2 GbE Main gt Configuration gt Physical layer gt GbE ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 11 GbE Menu Configuring Gigabit Ethernet to SDH SONET Fault Propagation RIC 155GE RAD data communications E to SDH SONET Alarm Forwarding Recovery Automatic 1 Physical failure forwarding Enable ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figur
85. rs where detected Error PATH BIP Path Bit Interleaved Parity Number of frames where path BIP errors where detected Error LINE FEBE Line Far End Block Error Number of frames where line FEBE events where received Order from Cutter Networks 10 RIC 155GE Ver 1 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Monitoring Performance 6 5 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual Table 6 2 SONET Faults Cont Fault Meaning Occurs if PATH FEBE Path Far End Block Error Number of frames where path FEBE events where received ES Errored second Number of seconds during which one or more section line path BIP occurred or one of the following faults LOS LOF LOP LCD SLM Line path AIS SES Severely Errored second Number of seconds during which section line pah BIP errors exceed threshold or one of the following faults LOS LOF LOP LCD SLM Line path AIS UAS UnAvailable Seconds The count of the number of seconds that the resource is unavailable Notes e ES SES and UAS conform to Standard G 826 Annex C near end e Fs and SES advance only on available state Figure 6 4 and Figure 6 5 illustrate the definitions of the physical layer errors 1 X fal xt x 10s lt l0s o oi 10s 7 p Unavailability detected Availability detected We Unavailable period
86. rt VLAN unaware mode only e Out of band management Local management via ASCII terminal connected to the V 24 RS 232 DCE control port Local management via dedicated 10 100BaseT management port ConfiguRAD is a user friendly Web based element management system for remote device configuration and maintenance It is embedded in RIC 155GE and provided at no extra cost ConfiguRAD can be run from any standard Web browser Diagnostics RIC 155GE supports activation of the following diagnostic loopbacks e STM 1 timed external loopback towards STM 1 OC 3c link e STM 1 timed internal loopback towards RIC 155GE Statistics Provides statistics and counters capability in the physical Ethernet and network interface level in 15 minute intervals SONET SDH physical layer only Compact Size RIC 155GE is a compact unit 1U high and half the width of a standard 19 inch rack It can be mounted in a rack or used as a standalone unit Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 1 4 Overview RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Interfaces Note 1 2 Physical Description RIC 155GE is a 1U high standalone or rack mountable device Figure 1 2 shows a three dimensional view of RIC 155GE with Gigabit Ethernet and STM1 OC 3c network interfaces and the optional Alarm connector 4 j RIC 155GE o b se T ALARMS y i gt 10008355 Figure 1 2
87. s End to End loss of Ethernet frames Physical layer problems Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Check SDH SONET statistics Follow remedial action described in SDH SONET SYNC LED is off and SDH SONET SYNC LED blinks Check Ethernet statistics Late collisions may result with different duplex modes in RIC 155GE and Ethernet switch device Check rate duplex and autonegotiation in RIC 155GE and Ethernet device CRC errors may indicate range cable problems www bestdatasource com Troubleshooting 6 15 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual 6 5 Testing RIC 155GE Use the following techniques to detect and correct faults and errors e Events recorded in the event log e Loopback tests external and internal such as timed external loop towards line or port timed internal loop towards ATM e Troubleshooting charts based on LED indications or other inputs Loopbacks RIC 155GE supports several types of user controlled loopbacks The user either from the control port or via a Network Management Station NMS activates these loopbacks The available tests are e Internal Loopback e External Loopback List of Traps Events The events file list for RIC 155GE is shown in Table 6 1 The list contains events that may appear in the log file For detailed information about the event log refer to Chapter 1 The terminology used in
88. sconnected before disconnecting the ground Connection of AC Mains Make sure that the electrical installation complies with local codes Always connect the AC plug to a wall socket with a protective ground The maximum permissible current capability of the branch distribution circuit that supplies power to the product is 16A The circuit breaker in the building installation should have high breaking capacity and must operate at short circuit current exceeding 35A Always connect the power cord first to the equipment and then to the wall socket If a power switch is provided in the equipment set it to the OFF position If the power cord cannot be readily disconnected in case of emergency make sure that a readily accessible circuit breaker or emergency switch is installed in the building installation Connection of DC Mains Unless otherwise specified in the manual the DC input to the equipment is floating in reference to the ground Any single pole can be externally grounded Due to the high current capability of DC mains systems care should be taken when connecting the DC supply to avoid short circuits and fire hazards DC units should be installed in a restricted access area i e an area where access is authorized only to qualified service and maintenance personnel Make sure that the DC supply is electrically isolated from any AC source and that the installation complies with the local codes The maximum permissible current capabili
89. t Gateway gt To configure the Default Gateway e From the Main Menu select System gt Management RIC 155GE RAD data communications Management 1 Host IP 2 Manager list 3 Default GW gt Main gt Configuration gt System gt Management gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 5 Management Menu Notes Selecting Default GW as 0 0 0 0 disables the Default Gateway To configure Default GW a host should be configured first and the default gateway must be in the host subnet Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 4 4 Configuring RIC 155GE for Management RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 4 Configuration Configuring the Terminal Parameters Use the terminal configuration screen to configure the baud rate and to change the Main Menu password 2 G ai RIC 155GE RAD data communications 1 System Terminal 4 2 Terminal Le Band RATS 19200bps 2 Change password gt Main gt Configuration gt System gt Terminal gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 6 Terminal Menu Table 4 3 Terminal Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Baud rate 9600 19200 Default 19200 38400 57600 or 115200 bps Change password User name Type su superuser for full authorization or user for user level monitoring only Current password Enter the current password for the user na
90. t connected Main gt Monitoring gt Physical layer gt ETH gt Status ESC Term MAC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 7 Ethernet Status Screen Table 6 4 Ethernet Status Terms Meaning Mode Port mode is either the default mode set by the user or the mode selected based on the auto negotiation results two available options half duplex or full duplex current indication not collected in intervals Rate Port rate is either the default mode set by the user or the mode selected based on the auto negotiation results two available rates 10 or 100 Mbps current indication not collected in intervals Status Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Not connected status indicates No link Connected status indicates that link is normal current indication not collected in intervals ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Monitoring Performance 6 9 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Correct Correct octets Alignment error FCS error Dropped Correct Correct Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications ET statistics frames frames frames octets single collision multiple collision deferred transmit Late collision gt eee eee Ca O O OF iO OF OP Or Or Or Y Y Ye Ye veovrwvrwvrvrewve wH Main gt Monitoring gt Physical layer gt ETH gt Statistics
91. t log e Loopback tests external and internal such as SDH SONET port timed external loop towards line or SDH SONET port timed internal loop towards ATM e Ping tests to managers e Troubleshooting charts based on LED indications or other inputs Six LED indicators on the front panel indicate the operating status of RIC 155GE For detailed description of the LED functions refer to Chapter 3 6 1 Monitoring Performance This chapter describes the monitoring procedures for RIC 155GE Monitoring menus provide the user with the capability to monitor performance via access to the various statistics Viewing the Event Log Access the Event Log from the system menu The event log presents all the events recorded during the past 24 hours Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Monitoring Performance 6 1 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications Main Menu Event log 3 Monitoring 1 Read log file 1 System 2 Clear log file 1 Event Log Main gt Monitoring gt System gt Event log gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 1 Event Log Menu To read the log file e Type 1 in the Event Log menu The log file will display a three column table showing all events recorded Up to 2000 events can be recorded with the text describing the event date and time of t
92. t over SONET POS encapsulation protocol enables virtually total utilization of SDH SONET payload traffic since only a small header is required RIC 155GE supports VLAN aware and VLAN unaware bridging RIC 155GE includes an electrical Fast Ethernet 100BaseT port and a Gigabit Ethernet 1000BaseTx Sx port to the customer premises and a single port to the SDH SONET network RIC 155GE collects statistics to enable performance monitoring and troubleshooting The unit supports Telnet and ConfiguRAD RAD s Web based management utility for inband management as well as an ASCII terminal for out of band management RIC 155GE is supplied as a compact standalone 1U 1 2 19 inch enclosure The unit may be supplied with various types of network interfaces The required interface must be specified when ordering Versions RIC 155GE is available with several interface ports The ports are described in detail in the Technical Specifications section below RIC 155GE is available with or without an alarm relay connector STM1 OC 3c Port The STM1 OC 3c port versions are e Single mode 1310 nm short haul per G 957 S1 1 SC connector e Single mode 1310 nm long haul per G 957 L1 1 SC connector e Multimode 1310 nm SC connector Gigabit Ethernet Port The 1GbE port versions are e 1000BaseSx e 1000BaseT Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Overview 1 1 Chapter 1 Introduction
93. tatistics 1 4 Ethernet 6 8 Gigabit Ethernet 6 11 Physical Layer 6 4 Order from Cutter Networks l 2 ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 Installation and Operation Manual POS 6 8 SONET SDH 6 4 Statistics Collection and Alarms 1 12 STM 1 POS 1 14 4 13 STM 1 OC 3 1 18 STM 1 OC 3c POS 1 2 T Terminal Hot Keys 3 6 Transferring files 4 16 Transmission Process 1 9 1 10 Troubleshooting 6 1 6 16 Chart 6 15 List of Traps Events 6 16 Loopbacks 6 16 Typical Application 5 1 5 2 U User Ethernet 1 2 1 14 User Port Interface 1 17 y Versions 1 1 1 Gigabit Ethernet Port 1 1 STM1 OC 3c Port 1 1 VLAN Aware Mode 1 3 1 7 4 13 Aging 1 8 Forwarding 1 8 Ingress 1 8 Learning 1 8 Transmission 1 8 VLAN Unaware Mode 1 3 1 9 W WM 35 2 1 2 2 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 RAD 24 Raoul Wallenberg St Tel Aviv 69719 Israel Tel 972 3 6458181 Fax 972 3 6483331 972 3 6498250 E mail erika _y rad com Web site www rad com Customer Response Form RAD Data Communications would like your help in improving its product documentation Please complete and return this form by mail or by fax or send us an e mail with your comments Thank you for your assistance Manual Name RIC 155GE Publication Number 356 200 02 06 Please grade the manual according to the following factors Excellent Good Fair Poor Very Poor Installation instructions g g g g g Operati
94. tecting Errors RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Installation and Operation Manual Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics RIC 155GE RAD data communications Main Menu 4 4 Diagnostics 4 1 SDH SONET SDH SONI 1 Time for loop 0 300 saa 5 2 Loopback Disable Main gt Diagnostic gt SDH SONI ESC prev menu main menu amp exit debug Figure 6 11 SDH SONET Menu Table 6 8 SDH SONET Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Time for loop 0 to 300 Set the time period in minutes for operation of the loop After the selected time period elapses the loop of the type selected in item 2 is released O is forever Time for loop is applicable for both external and internal loops When the time period runs out the loopback parameter reverts to Disable Default 5 Loopback External A loop towards the STM1 line the loop is performed on STM1 frames See Figure 6 12 A loop towards the internal bus See Figure 6 13 Internal Normal operation no loop Disable P P Default External Note You may change the time for loop while the test is running wooo gt SDH SONET Network RIC 155GE Figure 6 12 External Loop Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Detecting Errors 6 13 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE SDH SONET Network Figure 6 13 Internal Loop
95. ted with all the rest of the VLAN priority values that are not attached to another ETH queue VLAN priority frames that are not attached to an ETH queue while priority 0 is also not attached to an ETH queue are dropped Default 0 gt To add VLAN priorities 1 Type a and enter the desired priority value 0 to 7 2 Continue typing a and entering priority values up to eight as needed 3 Type the number associated with Save All gt To delete VLAN priorities 1 Type the number associated with the VLAN priority that you want to delete 2 Type t to delete Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation 4 13 Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Viewing the MAC Table The MAC table can be viewed or its contents erased Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications 2 Configuration 4 View MAC table 4 Bridge J Erase MAC table 4 MAC table table Main gt Configuration gt Bridge gt MAC table gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 18 MAC Table Menu gt To view the MAC table e Type 1 in the MAC Table menu The following screen appears RIC 155GE RAD data communications MAC table Total 19 Learned 19 Static VLAN ID MAC ADDRESS BRIDGE PORT STATUS 00 00 12 34 54 55 2 00 00 44 44 44 44 3 Learned Q0 12 23 23 23 23 3 Learned
96. the events file list is for SONET For SDH terminology refer to Table 1 1 6 6 Frequently Asked Questions Q If I forget my password what should I do A Reset the device via the Boot Manager and contact technical support Q Does RIC 155GE have a mechanism to prevent overloading discarding frames A The RIC 155GE prevents frame discard as much as possible by holding a frame buffer as STM 1 egress to absorb bursts The buffer depth allows bursts at a Gigabit Ethernet rate of about n frames where n is the buffer depth in frames The POS Tx default buffer depth is 1500 frames and can be configured to hold up to 3000 frames Contact technical support if you need to change the buffer depth 6 7 Technical Support Technical support for this product can be obtained from the local distributor from whom it was purchased For further information please contact the RAD distributor nearest you or one of RAD s offices worldwide Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com 6 16 Technical Support RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Appendix A Pinouts A 1 Control Cable The control port is located on the right side of RIC 155GE front panel The connecting cable is a straight RS 232 V 24 DB 9 connector for ASCII terminal Table A 1 specifies the relevant pinout connections for this cable Table A 1 Control Cable Pinout EIA 232 Name DB 9 Female Pin Number Common 5 Rx Data 2 Tx Data 3 A 2 Alarm Connector
97. tic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user will be required to take adequate measures Cet appareil est un appareil de Classe A Dans un environnement r sidentiel cet Avertissement appareil peut provoquer des brouillages radio lectriques Dans ces cas il peut tre demand a l utilisateur de prendre les mesures appropri es Dieses ist ein Ger t der Funkst rgrenzwertklasse A In Wohnbereichen k nnen bei Achtung Betrieb dieses Ger tes Rundfunkstr rungen auftreten in welchen Fallen der Benutzer f r entsprechende Gegenma nahmen verantwortlich ist Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Quick Start Guide Installation of RIC 155GE should be carried out only by an experienced technician If you are familiar with RIC 155GE use this guide to prepare the units for operation 1 Connecting the 1 Ds Installing RIC 155GE nterfaces Connect the STM 1 OC 3c equipment to the fiber optic front panel connectors Connect the 1000BaseT or 1000BaseSx LAN to the DATA front panel connector Use a cross cable to connect the control terminal to the front panel CONTROL connector or Connect a Telnet host a PC running a Web browsing application or a RADview management station to the MNG port Connecting the Power 2 Connect the power cable to the power con
98. tion This chapter discusses general RIC 155GE operation and includes the following sections e RIC 155GE front panel indicators e Operating procedures power on and power off e Getting started instructions e Overview of menu operations For detailed information on configuring RIC 155GE see Chapter 4 3 1 Turning RIC 155GE On gt To power up the RIC 155GE e Connect the AC mains cable to the AC connector on the rear panel Refer to Chapter 2 After power up check the LED indicators for proper operation Refer to Table 3 1 For information on accessing RIC 155GE via an ASCII terminal see Connecting RIC 155GE to an ASCII Terminal 3 2 Controls and Indicators The front panel of RIC 155GE includes a series of LED indicators that show the current operating status of the unit Figure 3 1 shows the RIC 155GE front panel of the unit Table 3 7 lists and describes the RIC 155GE indicators RIC 155GE ALARMS m JG G He as CONTROL sth LINK ACT DATA 155 Mbps SYNC Figure 3 1 RIC 155GE Front Panel Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Controls and Indicators 3 1 Chapter 3 Operation Installation and Operation Manual Table 3 1 RIC 155GE LEDs Name LED Color Function PWR Green On RIC 155GE is powered Off RIC 155GE is off ALM RED On LOS LOF LOP AIS at SONET SDH Link down at Giganet Ethernet self test fail
99. ts of the 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 generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the Installation and Operation manual may cause harmful interference to the radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their expense Note The Gigabit Ethernet optical version complies with the limits of Class B as does the copper version when used with an STP cable Canadian Emission Requirements This Class A digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulation Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Note The Gigabit Ethernet optical version complies with the limits of Class B as does the copper version when used with an STP cable La version Gigabit Ethernet optique est conforme Classe B comme sur la version pour liaison cuivre quand elle est utilis e avec un cable STP Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Warning per EN 55022 CISPR 22 Warning This is a class A product In a domes
100. ty of the branch distribution circuit that supplies power to the product is 16A The circuit breaker in the building installation should have high breaking capacity and must operate at short circuit current exceeding 35A Before connecting the DC supply wires ensure that power is removed form the DC circuit Locate the circuit breaker of the panel board that services the equipment and switch it to the OFF position When connecting the DC supply wires first connect the ground wire to the corresponding terminal then the positive pole and last the negative pole Switch the circuit breaker back to the ON position A readily accessible disconnect device that is suitably rated and approved should be incorporated in the building installation Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Connection of Data and Telecommunications Cables Data and telecommunication interfaces are classified according to their safety status The following table lists the status of several standard interfaces If the status of a given port differs from the standard one a notice will be given in the manual Ports Safety Status V 11 V 28 V 35 V 36 RS 530 X 21 SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage 10 BaseT 100 BaseT 1000 BaseT Unbalanced E1 E2 E3 STM DS 2 Ports which do not present a safety hazard Usually up to 30 DS 3 S Interface ISDN Analog voice MAG OU SOG E amp M xDSL without feeding voltage TNV 1 Telecom
101. uired There is no delete bridge function Bridge Port Configuration Main Menu RIC 155GE RAD data communications 4 Bridge port configuration 2 Configuration 4 4 Bridge 3 Bridge port configuration Order from Cutter Networks RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 1 Physical port 2 Bridge port parameters gt Main gt Configuration gt Bridge gt Bridge port configuration gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 15 Bridge Port Configuration Menu ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com Configuring RIC 155GE for Operation 4 11 Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual Table 4 9 Bridge Port Configuration Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Physical port STM1 POS Informative item POS only bridge port can be configured Bridge port parameters See Figure 4 16 and Table 4 10 RIC 155GE RAD data communications Bridge port parameters 1 Priority gt Main gt Configuration gt Bridge gt Bridge port parameter gt ESC prev menu main menu amp exit Figure 4 16 Bridge Port Parameters Menu Table 4 10 Bridge Port Parameters Parameter Possible Values Remarks Priority Allows traffic transmitted by the ETH bridge port to be prioritized Four priorities are available to map frames to different ETH port priority queues according to their VLAN priority fields Relevant only when Bridge type is set to VLAN aware and Bridge port physical
102. unding lug is provided connect it to the earth bus using braided wire as short as possible The equipment is designed to comply with EMC requirements when connecting it with unshielded twisted pair UTP cables However the use of shielded wires is always recommended especially for high rate data In some cases when unshielded wires are used ferrite cores should be installed on certain cables In such cases special instructions are provided in the manual Disconnect all wires which are not in permanent use such as cables used for one time configuration The compliance of the equipment with the regulations for conducted emission on the data lines is dependent on the cable quality The emission is tested for UTP with 80 dB longitudinal conversion loss LCL Unless otherwise specified or described in the manual TNV 1 and TNV 3 ports provide secondary protection against surges on the data lines Primary protectors should be provided in the building installation The equipment is designed to provide adequate protection against electro static discharge ESD However it is good working practice to use caution when connecting cables terminated with plastic connectors without a grounded metal hood such as flat cables to sensitive data lines Before connecting such cables discharge yourself by touching earth ground or wear an ESD preventive wrist strap FCC 15 User Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limi
103. xit to from alarm state Manual User can specifically enable disable each singular trap When set to this mode select 4 Alarm trap mask to set each alarm trap to be masked or active Default All masked System trap ON OFF System traps are enabled The manager is informed whenever there is a change in system status such as cold start login attempts Default ON Alarm trap mask See Figure 4 4 for alarm trap mask menu Send Ping Checks the connectivity to the manager by automatically sending a ping to the Manager IP Address A success or fail message appears at the bottom of the screen Order from Cutter Networks ph 727 398 5252 fax 727 397 9610 www bestdatasource com RIC 155GE Ver 1 10 Configuring RIC 155GE for Management 4 3 Chapter 4 Configuration Installation and Operation Manual RIC 155GE RAD data communications Alarm trap mask LOS LOF SLM LOP Line AIS Path AIS Line RDI Path RDI Section BIP Line BIP Path BIP 12 Line E Active 13 Path EF Active Ts 2 3s 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 T VVVVV VV VO VOVONV 1 1 gt Main gt Config gt System gt Management gt Manager list gt Alarm trap mask ESC prev menu main menu amp exit 1 user s Figure 4 4 SDH SONET Alarm Trap Mask Menu All of the alarms above can be set to Active the manager is informed when the specific alarm occurs or Masked the alarm is masked Defining the Defaul

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