ITIpci 5100G/GF
Gigabit Ethernet
Host Adapters for Solaris™
Installation and User’s Guide
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FCC Class B Notice: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not
cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B 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 instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to 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 his own expense.
Do not make mechanical or electrical modifications to the equipment.
VCCI Class 1: The equipment is Type 1 Data Processing Equipment and is
intended for use in commercial and industrial districts. It has been tested and
found to comply with VCCI technical requirements for the purpose of
protection against electronic interference. When used in residential districts
or their peripheral areas, radio, and TV receiver units may be subject to radio
interference. The operation should be done in accordance with the Instruction
Manual.
CE Notice: The CE mark on this equipment indicates that this equipment
meets or exceeds the following technical standards: EN50082-1, EN55022,
EN60555-2, EN61000-4-1, EN61000-4-2, EN61000-4-3, EN61000-4-4, and
EN61000-4-5.
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FCC Declaration of Conformity
The IntraServer Technology, Inc. ITIpci Gigabit Ethernet adapters, model
numbers 5100G and 5100GF comply with the requirements of FCC part 15,
class B as defined under paragraph 2.909 of these rules.
This declaration covers product identified with ITI 5100G and 5100GF on the
product label.
A copy of the test report substantiating compliance is available on request
from:
Corporate EMC Manager
IntraServer Technology, Inc.
Seven October Hill Road
Holliston, MA 01746
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 8
PREFACE .......................................................................................... 8
How This Book Is Organized....................................................... 8
UNIX Commands......................................................................... 9
Typographic Conventions............................................................ 9
Shell Prompts............................................................................. 10
Contacting IntraServer Technology .......................................... 10
ABOUT THE ITI-5100G/GF ADAPTER..................................... 11
FEATURES...................................................................................... 13
ITI-5100G and GF Models........................................................ 13
ITI-5100G Model....................................................................... 13
ITI-5100GF Model .................................................................... 13
Key Protocols and Interfaces..................................................... 13
VLANs Support.......................................................................... 14
Jumbo Frames Support.............................................................. 14
Dual Homing ............................................................................. 14
Adaptive Interrupt Frequency.................................................... 14
Dual DMA Channels ................................................................. 15
ASIC with Embedded RISC Processor ...................................... 15
Diagnostic Support.................................................................... 15
Physical Description.................................................................. 15
INSTALLING THE ITI-5100G/GF ADAPTER.......................... 18
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS................................................................ 18
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS................................................................... 19
PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST..................................................... 19
PCI ADAPTER INSTALLATION ........................................................ 20
CONNECTING THE NETWORK CABLES............................................ 21
5100GF Cable Connection........................................................ 21
5100G Cable Connection .......................................................... 22
THE ITI-5100G/GF DRIVER SOFTWARE................................ 23
INSTALLING THE DRIVER SOFTWARE............................................. 23
Troubleshooting: If the Driver Fails to Attach.......................... 24
CONFIGURING THE HOST FILES...................................................... 25
CONFIGURING DRIVER PARAMETERS WITH NDD ............................ 27
Available Parameters ................................................................ 27
Checking Parameter Settings .................................................... 30
Setting Parameters .................................................................... 30
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LINK NEGOTIATION ....................................................................... 31
INCREASING TCP/IP PERFORMANCE ............................................. 31
SAVING DRIVER PARAMETERS BEYOND REBOOT .......................... 32
OPTIONAL CONFIGURATION ................................................. 33
VLANS.......................................................................................... 35
Overview.................................................................................... 35
Configuring VLANs ................................................................... 37
JUMBO FRAMES SUPPORT .............................................................. 40
Overview.................................................................................... 40
Configuring Jumbo Frames Support ......................................... 40
DUAL HOMING............................................................................... 41
Overview.................................................................................... 41
Configuring Dual Homing......................................................... 42
APPENDICES................................................................................. 44
APPENDIX A................................................................................... 44
1000BASE-SX Link Characteristics .......................................... 44
10/100/1000BASE-T Cable Specifications ................................ 44
Performance Specifications....................................................... 44
Physical Characteristics............................................................ 44
Power Requirements.................................................................. 45
Environmental Specifications.................................................... 45
APPENDIX B................................................................................... 46
Ethernet Connector ................................................................... 46
Network Cabling Requirements................................................. 46
APPENDIX C................................................................................... 47
Glossary of Terms...................................................................... 47
List of Figures............................................................................ 49
List of Tables ............................................................................. 49
APPENDIX D................................................................................... 50
Software License........................................................................ 50
End-User License Agreement for Software ...................................... 50
PRODUCT WARRANTY ................................................................... 54
READER’S COMMENTS................................................................... 56
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Introduction
Preface
This guide describes how to install and use the following IntraServer
Technology ITI-5100G/GF adapters in the Solaris operating environment:
•= PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) ITI-5100G
Gigabit Ethernet for Copper adapter
•= PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) ITI-5100GF
Gigabit Ethernet for Fiber adapter
The procedures in this guide assume that you are a system or network
administrator experienced in installing similar hardware in the Solaris
environment.
How This Book Is Organized
This book is organized as follows:
“About the ITI-5100G/GF Adapter,” describes the features of the
ITI-5100G/GF adapter, and lists the hardware and software requirements for
its installation and use.
“Installing the ITI-5100G/GF Adapter,” explains how to physically install
the adapter in your system.
“The ITI-5100G/GF driver software,” explains how to install and configure
the Gigabit Ethernet adapter software in the Solaris environment.
“Optional Configuration,” explains how to configure the adapter for use
with VLANs, Jumbo Frames, and Dual Homing.
“Appendix,” provides adapter hardware, connector and cabling
specifications, glossary and lists of figures and tables.
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UNIX Commands
This document may not include all necessary software commands or
procedures. Instead, it may name software tasks and refer you to operating
system documentation or the handbook that was shipped with your
workstation.
You might need to use supplemental documentation for the following types
of information:
•= Shutting down the system
•= Booting the system
•= Configuring devices
•= Other basic software procedures
Typographic Conventions
Table 1 describes the meanings of the various typographic styles used in this
book.
Typographic Conventions
Typeface or
Symbol
Meaning
Example
This type is used for names of
commands, files, and directories used
within the text.
View the
readme.txt file.
AaBbCc123
>> Main#
It also depicts on-screen computer
output and prompts.
This bold type appears in command
examples. It shows text that must be
typed in exactly as shown.
AaBbCc123
>> Main# sys
This italicized type appears in
To establish a Telnet
session, enter:
host# telnet IP-
address
command examples as a parameter
placeholder. Replace the indicated
text with the appropriate real name or
value when using the command.
AaBbCc123
Read your User’s
Guide thoroughly.
This also shows book titles, special
terms, or words to be emphasized.
Command items shown inside
brackets are optional and can be used
or excluded as the situation demands.
Do not type the brackets.
host# ls [ -a ]
[ ]
Table 1: Typographic Conventions
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Shell Prompts
Shell Prompts
Shell
Prompt
machine_name %
C shell
machine_name #
C shell superuser
$
#
Bourne shell and Korn shell
Bourne shell and Korn shell superuser
Table 2: Shell Prompts
Contacting IntraServer Technology
Use the following information to access IntraServer Technology support and
sales.
•= URL for IntraServer Technology Online:
This website includes product information, software updates and release
notes. The website also includes access to IntraServer Technology Customer
Support for accounts under warranty or that are covered by a maintenance
contract.
•= E-mail access:
E-mail access to IntraServer Technology Customer Support is available to
accounts that are under warranty or covered by a maintenance contract.
•= Telephone access to IntraServer Technology Customer
Support:
1-508-429-0425 Extension 2
Telephone access to IntraServer Technology Customer Support is available to
accounts that are under warranty or covered by a maintenance contract.
Normal business hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.
•= Telephone access to IntraServer Technology Sales:
1-508-429-0425 Extension 1
Telephone access is available for information regarding product sales
and upgrades.
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About the ITI-5100G/GF Adapter
Figure 1: IntraServer Technology ITI-5100GF Gigibit Ethernet Fiber
Interface Adapter
The ITI-5100GF adapter connects your PCI compliant server or workstation
to a Gigabit Ethernet network. The adapter incorporates a technology that
transfers data at a rate of one gigabit per second, 10 times the rate of a Fast
Ethernet adapter. ITI-5100GF offers a Duplex SC fiber-optic connection.
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Figure 2: IntraServer Technology ITI-5100G Gigibit Ethernet Copper
10/100/100Base-T Interface Adapter
The ITI-5100G adapter connects your PCI compliant server or workstation to
a Gigabit Ethernet network. The adapter incorporates a technology that
transfers data at a rate of one gigabit per second, 10 times the rate of a Fast
Ethernet adapter. ITI-5100G offers a Twisted Pair Copper interface, which is
compatible with existing building (CAT-5) wiring systems. AutoSense speed
selection allows operation at speeds of 10, 100 and 1000Mbits/sec, making
the ITI-5100G ideal for upgrading existing networks to Gigabit Ethernet.
The ITI-5100G/GF adapter targets the increased congestion experienced at
the backbone and server by today's networks, while providing a future
upgrade path for high-end workstations that require more bandwidth than
Fast Ethernet can provide.
Included with your adapter is the following:
•= Anti-static bag (used for protecting the adapter when stored
or shipped). Keep the adapter in its packaging until ready for
installation.
•= ITI-5100G/GF Gigibit Ethernet Adapter Software
Distribution media containing ITI-5100G/GF adapter driver
software and documentation
Inform your network supplier of any missing or damaged items. If you need
to return the adapter, you must pack it in the original (or equivalent) packing
material or the warranty will be voided.
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Features
Following is a list of the Gigabit Ethernet PCI adapter features:
ITI-5100G and GF Models
•= Full-duplex Gigabit Ethernet interface (IEEE P802.3-1999)
•= Jumbo Frame support (optional 9,000 byte frames for server-
to-server traffic)
•= Standard Ethernet frame size (up to 1518 bytes)
•= Dual Homing for automatic failover if a port, switch, or
adapter is down
•= VLANs: up to 64 VLANs per adapter using IEEE 802.1Q-
1998 tagging
•= Adaptive interrupt frequency (maximizes network
throughput; adapts to traffic load)
•= Dual DMA channels
•= 33/66 MHz, 32-bit or 64-bit PCI bus master with adaptive
DMA
•= Universal dual voltage signaling (3.3V and 5V)
•= PCI Local Bus Rev 2.1 compliant (6.8"x 4.2")
•= ASIC with on-chip MAC and dual RISC processors
•= Status LEDs
ITI-5100G Model
•= CAT-5 compatible twisted pair Ethernet Connector
•= Interoperability with existing Ethernet and Fast Ethernet
Equipment
ITI-5100GF Model
•= Duplex SC fiber-optic connector
Key Protocols and Interfaces
ITI-5100G/GF adapters are interoperable with existing Ethernet equipment
assuming standard Ethernet minimum and maximum frame size (64 to 1518
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bytes), frame format, and compliance with the following standards and
protocols:
•= Logical Link Control (IEEE 802.2)
•= Flow Control (IEEE 802.3x)
•= SNMP
•= Gigabit Ethernet (IEEE P802.3z)
VLANs Support
Virtual Local Area Networks ( VLANs ) are commonly used to split up
groups of network users into manageable broadcast domains, to create logical
segmentation of workgroups, and to enforce security policies among logical
segments.
Each ITI-5100G/GF adapter supports up to 64 VLANs. With multiple
VLANs on an adapter, a server with a single adapter can have a logical
presence on multiple IP subnets.
Refer to the “Optional Configuration,” section of this manual for
configuration information.
Jumbo Frames Support
To reduce host frame processing overhead, the ITI-5100G/GF adapter and
Gigabit switches that support jumbo frames, can receive and transmit frames
that are larger than the maximum frame size allowed on normal Ethernet.
Dual Homing
Server switching networks require the capability to employ resiliency and
redundancy similar to FDDI network environments. ITI-5100G/GF adapters
provide the Ethernet user with this capability.
For dual homing support, you must install two ITI-5100G/GFs in the same
host system. The adapters are configured to provide a hot-standby failover
service. The switches must be configured to support Spanning Tree on both
Gigabit Ethernet ports to support the ITI-5100G/GF Dual Homing capability.
Adaptive Interrupt Frequency
The adapter driver intelligently adjusts host interrupt frequency based on
traffic conditions, in order to increase overall application throughput. In light
traffic, the adapter driver interrupts the host for each received packet,
minimizing latency. When traffic is heavy, the adapter issues one host
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interrupt for multiple, back-to-back incoming packets, preserving host CPU
cycles.
Dual DMA Channels
The PCI interface on the ITI-5100G/GF adapter contains two independent
DMA channels for simultaneous read and write operations.
ASIC with Embedded RISC Processor
The core control for the ITI-5100G/GF adapter resides in a tightly integrated,
high-performance ASIC. The ASIC includes dual RISC processors. This
provides the flexibility to add new features to the card and adapt it to future
network requirements via software download. This also enables the adapter
drivers to exploit the built-in host off-load functions on the adapter as host
operating systems are enhanced to take advantage of these functions.
Diagnostic Support
An ITI-5100G/GF adapter RISC CPU runs on-board diagnostics at power-up.
Physical Description
Figure 3: ITI-5100GF adapter faceplate
The faceplate of the ITI-5100GF adapter has one 1000Base-SX fiber-optic
connector for connecting the adapter to a Gigabit Ethernet segment. There are
also two LEDs: one to indicate link status and one for data transfer status.
Once the adapter hardware and its driver software have been properly
installed on your system, the LEDs will signal the following adapter states:
ITI-5100GF Port LED Activity
LED
Data
Link
State
Blinking
On
Description
Data detected on the port.
Data detected on the port.
No data detected on the port.
Port has been disabled by software.
Off
Blinking slowly
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On
Good link.
Off
No link; possible bad cable, bad connector,
missing or improperly installed driver
software, or configuration mismatch.
Table 3: ITI-5100GF LED Status Indicators
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Figure 4: ITI-5100G adapter faceplate
The faceplate of the ITI-5100G adapter has one 10/100/1000Base-T twisted
pair copper (CAT-5) connector for connecting the adapter to a Gigabit
Ethernet segment. The adapter will also operate in an existing 10/100
Ethernet environment.
ITI-5100G Port LED Activity
LED
Data
State
Blinking
On
Description
Data detected on the port.
Data detected on the port.
Off
No data detected on the port.
On
Good link. at 1000Mb/sec
Off
No link; possible bad cable, bad connector, missing or
improperly installed driver software, or configuration
mismatch.
1000
100
10
On
Off
Good link. at 100Mb/sec
No link; possible bad cable, bad connector, missing or
improperly installed driver software, or configuration
mismatch.
On
Off
Good link. at 10Mb/sec
No link; possible bad cable, bad connector, missing or
improperly installed driver software, or configuration
mismatch.
Table 4: ITI-5100G LED Status Indicators
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Installing the ITI-5100G/GF
Adapter
The following instructions apply to installing the ITI-5100G/GF adapter in
most servers. Refer to the manuals that were supplied with your server for
details about performing these tasks on your particular system.
System Requirements
Before installing the ITI-5100G/GF adapter, make sure your system meets
the requirements listed in the following table:
Hardware and Software Requirements
Category
Hardware
PCI
Firmware
Software
Requirements
All PCI based SunTM Systems
OpenBootTM PROM version 3.0 or greater.
Operating System
Solaris 2.6 and later.
ITI-5100G/GF 32-bit and 64-bit adapter driver
software for Solaris. (see www.intraserver.com
for driver updates)
Adapter Software
Table 5: Hardware and Software Requirements
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Safety Precautions
CAUTION:
•= The adapter is being installed in a server that operates with
voltages that can be lethal. Before you remove the cover of your
server, you must observe the following precautions to protect
yourself and to prevent damage to the system components.
•= Remove any metallic objects or jewelry from your hands and
wrists.
•= Make sure to use only insulated or non-conducting tools.
•= Installation or removal of adapters must be performed in a
static-free environment. The use of a properly grounded wrist
strap or other personal anti-static devices and an anti-static
mat is strongly recommended.
•= Verify that the server is powered OFF before accessing internal
components.
Pre-Installation Checklist
1. Check that your server meets the hardware and software requirements
listed in Table 5: Hardware and Software Requirements.
2. Review the information in the readme file on the ITI-5100G/GF
Software Distribution media for important information not available at
the time this manual was printed.
Note: If you acquired the adapter software on a floppy disk or from the
IntraServer Technology support website, please check the appropriate
source for the most recent information.
3. If your system is active, execute proper shutdown.
4. When system shutdown is complete, power OFF your system.
5. Holding the adapter card by the edges, remove it from its shipping
package it and place it on an anti-static surface.
6. Check the adapter for visible signs of damage, particularly on the card's
edge connector. Never attempt to install any damaged adapter.
If the adapter is damaged, report it to your IntraServer Technology
Customer Support Representative. For more information, see Contacting
IntraServer Technology.
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PCI Adapter Installation
To install a PCI ITI-5100G/GF adapter in your system, perform the following
procedure.
1. Observe all precautions and pre-installation instructions in the Safety
Precautions section.
Before installing the adapter, ensure the system power is OFF , and
proper electrical grounding procedures have been followed.
2. Remove the server cover, and select any empty PCI slot.
If you do not know how to identify a PCI slot, refer to your server
documentation.
3. Remove the blank cover-plate from the slot that you selected. Retain the
screw so that it can be replaced later.
4. Holding the PCI card by the edges, align the adapter's connector edge
with the PCI connector dock in the server.
Note: The connector dock in a 32-bit PCI slot is shorter than in a 64-
bit PCI slot. Although the adapter is designed to fit in either slot type,
when installed in a 32-bit PCI slot, part of the adapter's connector
edge will remain undocked. This is perfectly normal.
5. Applying even pressure at both corners of the card, push the adapter
card until it is firmly seated in the PCI slot.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force when seating the card,
as this may damage the server or the adapter. If the card
resists seating, remove it from the system, realign it, and try
again.
When properly seated, the adapter's port connectors will be aligned with
the slot opening, and its faceplate will be flush against the server
chassis.
6. Use the screw removed above (in Step 3) to secure the adapter in the
PCI card cage.
7. Replace the server cover and disconnect any personal anti-static devices.
8. Power the server on.
Once the server returns to proper operation, the adapter hardware is fully
installed. You must next connect the network cables (see Connecting the
Network Cables) and install the adapter driver software (see Installing
the Driver Software).
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Connecting the Network Cables
5100GF Cable Connection
The 5100GF adapter has one SC-type connector used for attaching the server
to a Gigabit Ethernet fiber-optic segment. The port is auto-negotiating and
supports full-duplex operation.
1. Prepare an appropriate cable.
The following table lists cable characteristics required for connecting to
1000Base-SX ports:
1000BASE-SX Link Characteristics
Description
Frequency
Cable Type
62.5 Micron
Shortwave (850 nanometers) Shortwave (850 nm)
Multimode fiber
50 Micron
Multimode fiber
2 to 550 meters
(in compliance with
IEEE 802.3z)
Operating Range 2 to 260 meters
Table 6: 1000BASE-SX Link Characteristics
2. As shown in the following diagram, connect one end of the cable to the
ITI-5100G/GF adapter.
Figure 5: Connecting the network cable to the 5100GF adapter
3. Connect the other end of the cable to a Gigabit Ethernet network port.
Attach the cable connector so that the TX (transmit) port on the ITI-
5100G/GF adapter is connected to the RX (receive) port of the device at
the other end of the cable.
Note: The adapter port LEDs are not functional until the adapter
driver software is installed. See Table 3 and Table 4 for a description
of adapter port LED operation. See Installing the Driver Software for
driver installation and configuration instructions.
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5100G Cable Connection
The 5100G adapter has one RJ-45 connector used for attaching the server to
an Ethernet twisted pair copper segment. The port is auto-negotiating and
supports full-duplex operation.
1. Prepare an appropriate cable.
The following table lists cable characteristics required for connecting to
10/100/100 Base-T ports:
10/100/1000BASE-T Cable Specifications
Maximum
Port Type
10Base-T
100/1000Base-T RJ-45
Table 7: 10/100/1000BASE-T Cable Specifications
Connector
Media
Distance
Cat. 3, 4 or 5 UTP 100 Meters
Cat. 5 UTP 100 Meters
RJ-45
2. Connect one end of the cable to the ITI-5100G/GF adapter.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to a Gigabit Ethernet network port.
Note: The adapter port LEDs are not functional (they will not reflect
port link or data status) until the adapter driver software is installed.
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The ITI-5100G/GF Driver Software
A network device driver must be installed before the ITI-5100G/GF adapter
can be used with your systems. This chapter describes how to preform the
following tasks:
ꢀꢁ Install the driver software in the Solaris environment
ꢀꢁ Configure the host files
ꢀꢁ Configure driver parameters using the ndd utility
Installing the Driver Software
Note: The ITI-5100G/GF adapter must be physically installed in your
server prior to installing the driver software. See “Installing the ITI-
5100G-GF Hardware,” for details.
To install the adapter software for Solaris, perform the following procedure:
1.
2.
Become superuser (root).
Note the revision level of the Software Distribution Media included
with your IntraServer Technology adapter.
The revision level is stamped on the Software Distribution Media
label and is used in the commands below.
Place the Software Distribution Media into the CD-ROM drive.
Mount the CD-ROM on a local directory.
ꢀꢁ If the Volume manager (vold) is running on your machine, when the
ITI-5100G/GF CD-ROM is loaded into the drive, it is mounted
automatically under /cdrom/cdrom0
#volcheck
Access the package directory by entering the following:
# cd /cdrom/cdrom0
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ꢀꢁ
At the prompt, type the pkgadd command:
# pkgadd -d .
The screen displays a list of packages available for installation:
The following packages are available:
1 ITIalt IntraServer/LSI Logic 32/64-bit Gigabit
Ethernet Adapter
(sparc)Kit Version x.x
Select package(s) you wish to process (or `all' to
process all packages). (default: all) [?, ??, q]
Type the number for the ITIalt driver and press Return.
The pkgadd command starts the installation script.
Do not select the default: all option to install "all" drivers. Install
only the driver appropriate for your system: ITIalt .
Respond to prompts in the script.
pkgadd keeps cycling through its script once it has started. Therefore you
must quit ( q ) the program the second time the list of packages is displayed.
When you have finished loading the software, eject the CD-ROM by entering
the following commands:
# cd /
# eject cdrom
Troubleshooting: If the Driver Fails to
Attach
If the adapter is not installed, you will see the following message when you
run pkgadd :
drvconfig: Driver (alt) failed to attach
Warning: Driver (alt) successfully added to system
but failed to attach
pkgadd: ERROR: postinstall script did not complete
successfully
If this happens, halt your machine using the following commands:
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# sync
# sync
# halt
Then, at the ok prompt, use the following command to list the system
devices:
ok show-devs
ITI-5100G/GF adapter output will be displayed. Sample PCI examples are
shown on the next page.
For PCI systems, " ethernet@1 " identifies the PCI ITI-5100G/GF
adapter:
/SUNW,ffb@1e,0
/SUNW,UltraSPARC-II@0,0
/pci@1f,2000
/pci@1f,4000
/counter-timer@1f,1c00
/virtual-memory
/memory@0,60000000
/aliases
/options
/openprom
/chosen
/packages
/pci@1f,2000/ethernet@1
/pci@1f,4000/scsi@3
/pci@1f,4000/network@1,1
/pci@1f,4000/ebus@1
/pci@1f,4000/scsi@3/tape
/pci@1f,4000/scsi@3/disk
/pci@1f,4000/ebus@1/SUNW,CS4231@14,200000
....
If the appropriate ITI-5100G/GF device is not listed, check that the adapter is
installed and properly seated. Then restart the system and re-install the
adapter software.
Configuring the Host Files
Once the ITI-5100G/GF adapter software is installed on your system, it must
be configured. To ensure proper adapter performance, configure the host files
and driver parameters as described in the following sections.
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Note: If any adapter card is moved from one slot to another, the alt
instance values in the /etc/path_to_inst file will be incorrect.
Correct the instance values before making any adapter configuration
changes. See your Solaris manuals for details on setting instance values.
•= Each adapter must be assigned a host name and an IP
address. If you are not using multiple VLANs, perform the
steps below when configuring the host name and IP address
for your adapter.
•= If VLANs are to be used, any specific adapter may have one
host name and IP address for each VLAN. If you will be
using VLANs on the network, see the Configuring VLANs
section of this manual.
1. Create the /etc/hostname.alt <num> file(s) on the server.
There can be up to four adapters per server. Create one
/etc/hostname.alt <num> file for each adapter. The number
<num> in the filename is determined as follows:
Hostname Numbering
Adapter
First
Second
Third
Hostname
/etc/hostname.alt0
/etc/hostname.alt1
/etc/hostname.alt2
/etc/hostname.alt3
Fourth
For example, the first adapter in the server requires a file named
/etc/hostname.alt0 and the second adapter requires a file
named /etc/hostname.alt1 .
2. Place the appropriate adapter host name into the hostname.alt
<num> file(s).
The /etc/hostname.alt <num> file must contain the appropriate
host name for the adapter. The host name should be different from that
of any other interface. For example, /etc/hostname.alt0 and
/etc/hostname.alt1 cannot share the same host name.
The following example depicts the host name files required for a
machine called iti , with ITI-5100G/GF adapters known as iti-1 ,
iti-2 , iti-3 , and iti-4 on the networks created for alt0 , alt1
, alt2 , and alt3 .
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iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt0
iti-1
iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt1
iti-2
iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt2
iti-3
iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt3
iti-4
3. For each host name, enter the appropriate IP address in the
/etc/hosts file.
4. Reboot the system.
If you make changes and put the system into service before rebooting, you
may experience configuration problems.
Perform this command to reboot the system:
# reboot -- -r
Configuring Driver Parameters
with ndd
The ndd (1M) utility is useful for changing configuration parameters for the
adapter. Alternately, adapter parameters can be changed by manually editing
the configuration files. This section describes the ndd utility in detail.
Note: Any changes made with ndd are temporary and will be lost when
you reboot the system. To make configuration changes survive the reboot
process, you will need to store driver settings in the
/etc/rc2.d/S99itialt file (see Saving Driver Parameters Beyond
Reboot).
Available Parameters
To view parameters that you can set using the ndd command, type:
# ndd /dev/alt '?'
The system returns the following:
stat_ticks (read and write)
send_max_coalesced_bds (read and write)
send_coal_ticks (read and write)
recv_max_coalesced_bds (read and write)
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recv_coal_ticks (read and write)
nic_tracing (read and write)
link_negotiation (read and write)
dump_nic (read and write)
jumbo (read and write)
vlan? (read and write)
vlan_tag (read and write)
vlan_tag_id (read and write)
redund? (read and write)
redund (read and write)
fdr_filter (read and write)
rx_flow_control (read and write)
tx_flow_control (read and write)
hybrid_len (read and write)
shared_rupt (read and write)
snap (read and write)
instance (read and write)
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The following table describes the driver parameters available through ndd .
Adapter Driver Parameters
Parameter
Meaning
Minimum number of 1 sec ticks between statistics
updates. 0 (off) is the minimum, and 100,000 is the
default. There is no maximum.
stat_ticks
Number of sends before a send complete event is
set. 1 is the minimum, 127 is the maximum, and 60
is the default. WARNING: Setting this to an
improper value can result in driver performance
degradation or failure.
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
Maximum number of receives that can be bundled
into an event. 1 is the minimum, 511 is the
maximum, and 6 is the default. WARNING: Setting
this to an improper value can result in degraded
performance.
send_max_coalesced_bds
send_coal_ticks
recv_max_coalesced_bds
nic_tracing
(Not currently used)
Used to set IEEE 802.3z Link Negotiation to auto
or off. Use a value of 0 for off, or 1 for auto. The
default is 1 (auto).
link_negotiation
dump_nic
jumbo
vlan?
vlan_tag
vlan_tag_id
redund?
redund
(Do not use; reserved for debugging)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
Full-Duplex Repeater Filter. For older adapters
(Model 710002), turn this on if the adapter is
attached to a Full-Duplex Repeater. Use a value of
0 for off, or 1 for on. The default is 0 (off).
If link negotiation is on, a value of 1 allows the
adapter to negotiate 802.3x receive flow control
with the device at the other end of the link. If
802.3x flow control is supported by the other
device, receive pause packets will be respected. A
value of 0 disables receive flow control. The default
is 1 (on).
fdr_filter
rx_flow_control
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Adapter Driver Parameters
Parameter
Meaning
If link negotiation is on, a value of 1 allows the
adapter to negotiate 802.3x transmit flow control
with the device at the other end of the link. If
802.3x flow control is supported by the other
device, transmit pause packets will be respected. A
value of 0 disables transmit flow control. The
default is 0 (off).
tx_flow_control
hybrid_len
shared_rupt
snap
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
(Do not use; value is set by startup file)
Used to set the device number from which the
previous data is extracted. This value can range
from 0 to the number of adapters installed in the
system. The default is 0.
instance
Table 8: Adapter Driver Parameters
Checking Parameter Settings
To check a current parameter setting, use the following command:
# ndd /dev/alt <parameter_name>
Setting Parameters
Follow this procedure to set parameters using the ndd utility:
1. Check the /etc/path_to_inst file for the instance
associated with particular devices.
2. Specify the instance for the adapter you wish to configure:
# ndd -set /dev/alt instance <instance#>
Any subsequent ndd configuration commands will act on the
adapter with the selected instance. The adapter remains selected
until you specify a different instance.
3. Specify the configuration command using the following format:
# ndd -set /dev/alt <parameter> <value>
A list of valid parameters and values can be found in Available Parameters.
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Note: Any changes made with ndd will be lost when you reboot the system.
To make configuration changes survive reboot, store driver settings in the
/etc/rc2.d/S99itialt file (see Saving Driver Parameters Beyond
Reboot).
Link Negotiation
The default configuration for link negotiation of the Gigabit Ethernet link is
auto . With this setting the ITI-5100G/GF adapter will use IEEE 802.3-
1998 auto negotiation.
If you are connecting the adapter to Gigabit Ethernet equipment that does not
support auto negotiation, or if there is a problem establishing a link between
the two devices, auto negotiation can be turned off (see Available
Parameters).
Increasing TCP/IP Performance
The TCP/IP performance of the ITI-5100G/GF PCI adapter can be increased
by changing the TCP/IP ndd values. This can be done with the ndd (1M)
utility, as described below.
Enter the following ndd commands to increase TCP/IP performance:
# ndd -set /dev/tcp tcp_recv_hiwat 65535
# ndd -set /dev/tcp tcp_xmit_hiwat 65535
# ndd -set /dev/udp udp_recv_hiwat 65535
# ndd -set /dev/udp udp_xmit_hiwat 65535
To avoid losing these settings when reboot occurs, add your ndd parameter
settings to the start-up file as described in the following section, Saving
Driver Parameters Beyond Reboot.
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Saving Driver Parameters
Beyond Reboot
Any parameter changes made using ndd will be lost the next time your
system is rebooted. To keep changes through reboot, parameter settings must
be placed in a start-up file with the following filename:
/etc/rc2.d/S99itialt
Example: If you need to adjust adapter 2 to turn Link Negotiation off and
increase the TCP/IP values, you could place the following lines in the
/etc/rc2.d/S99itialt start-up file:
#!/sbin/sh
# local kernel modification
#
case "$1" in
'start')
echo "Setting local kernel parameters...\c"
ndd -set /dev/alt instance 2
ndd -set /dev/alt link_negotiation 0
ndd -set /dev/tcp tcp_recv_hiwat 65535
ndd -set /dev/tcp tcp_xmit_hiwat 65535
ndd -set /dev/udp udp_xmit_hiwat 65535
ndd -set /dev/udp udp_recv_hiwat 65535
echo " "
;;
'stop')
echo "$0: No parameters changed."
;;
*)
echo "Usage: $0 {start|stop}"
;;
esac
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________________________4
Optional Configuration
Your IntraServer Technology ITI-5100G/GF adapter can be configured to
support the following options:
•= VLANs: Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) are
commonly used to split up groups of network users into
manageable broadcast domains, to create logical
segmentation of workgroups, and to enforce security policies
among each logical segment. Up to 64 VLANs can be
defined for each ITI-5100G/GF adapter on your server
•= Jumbo Frames: Standard Ethernet frames are 1,500 bytes
long. When sending Ethernet traffic at Gigabit speeds, a
considerable portion of the bandwidth is consumed by the
overhead of handling a multitude of small packets. ITI-
5100G/GF adapters support Ethernet frames of 9,000 bytes.
Host CPU utilization is significantly reduced and network
throughput is enhanced when enabling Jumbo Frames
between servers that have ITI-5100G/GF adapters and
switches that support Jumbo Frames.
•= Dual Homing: Two ITI-5100G/GF adapters on a server can
be paired for redundant operation through the use of the
Dual Homing feature. If traffic on a primary connection is
lost due to the failure of the adapter, cable, switch port, or
switch (when the dual adapters are attached to separate
switches), the secondary adapter becomes active and
assumes the MAC and IP address of the primary adapter.
Network sessions should be maintained after the switchover,
causing minimum impact to network traffic.
This chapter describes these options in detail, with configuration instructions
and examples. If your network does not require VLANs, Jumbo Frames, or
Dual Homing, you need only configure the adapter to support the default
configuration, as described in “The ITI-5100G/GF Driver Software”.
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Note: If you modify any of the optional configuration parameters (VLANs,
Jumbo Frame, or Dual Homing), you must reboot the system before the
changes will take effect. If you make changes and do not reboot, you may
experience configuration problems.
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VLANs
VLANs allow you to split your physical LAN into logical subparts, providing
an essential tool for increasing the efficiency and flexibility of your network.
Overview
Each defined VLAN behaves as its own separate network, with its traffic and
broadcasts isolated from the other VLANs to increase bandwidth efficiency
within each logical group. One example of how VLANs can be used to
segment a LAN is when isolating different types of network traffic. If you
wanted to utilize Jumbo Frames on a portion of your LAN, you could
configure one VLAN for devices that support Jumbo Frames, and a separate
VLAN for devices supporting only standard frames. By implementing
VLANs, you could segregate the different frame types from each other
without reorganizing your LAN into separate physical subnets.
Although VLANs are commonly used to create individual broadcast domains
and/or separate IP subnets, it is sometimes useful for a server to have a
presence on more than one VLAN simultaneously. Alteon WebSystems
switches and ITI5100G/GF adapters support multiple VLANs on a per-port
or per-interface basis, allowing very flexible network configurations.
See Figure 6 for an example of servers supporting multiple VLANs with
Tagging.
VLAN #1
Accounting Server
Main Server
(VLAN #3)
VLAN #2
(All VLANs)
ITI5100G Gigabit
VLAN Tagged
VLAN #3
Shared
Media Segment
PC #1
PC #2
PC #3
PC #4
PC #5
Software Dept.
(VLAN #2)
Software Dept.
(VLAN #2)
Engineering
(VLAN #1)
Accounting
(VLAN #3)
Engineering/Software
(VLAN #1 & #2)
ITI5100G Gigabit
VLAN Tagged
Figure 6: Servers Supporting Multiple VLANs
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In the example network shown in Figure 6, the physical LAN consists of a
switch, two servers, and five clients. The LAN is logically organized into
three different VLANs, each representing a different IP subnet. The features
of this network are described in the following table.
Example VLAN Network Topology
Component Description
An IP subnet consisting of the Main Server, PC #3, and PC #5.
This subnet represents an engineering group.
VLAN #1
Includes the Main Server, PCs #1 and #2 via shared media
VLAN #2
VLAN #3
segment, and PC #5. This VLAN is a software development
group.
Includes the Main Server, the Accounting Server and PC #4.
This VLAN is an accounting group.
A high-use server that needs to be accessed from all VLANs
and IP subnets. The Main Server has an ITI5100G adapter
installed. All three IP subnets are accessed via the single
physical adapter interface. The server is attached to an Alteon
WebSystems switch Gigabit Ethernet port, which is
Main Server configured for VLANs #1, #2, and #3. Both the adapter and
the connected switch port have tagging turned on. Because of
the tagging VLAN capabilities of both devices, the server is
able to communicate on all three IP subnets in this network,
but continues to maintain broadcast separation between all of
them.
Available to VLAN #3 only. The Accounting Server is
isolated from all traffic on VLANs #1 and #2. The switch port
connected to the server has tagging turned off.
Accounting
Server
Attached to a shared media hub that is then connected to the
switch. PCs #1 and #2 belong to VLAN #2 only, and are
PCs #1 and #2 logically in the same IP subnet as the Main Server and PC #5.
The switch port connected to this segment has tagging turned
off.
A member of VLAN #1, PC #3 can communicate only with
PC #3
PC #4
the Main Server and PC #5. Tagging is not enabled on PC
#3's switch port.
A member of VLAN #3, PC #4 can only communicate with
the servers. Tagging is not enabled on PC #4's switch port.
A member of both VLANs #1 and #2, PC #5 has an ITI5100G
adapter installed. It is connected to switch port #10. Both the
adapter and the switch port are configured for VLANs #1 and
#2 and have tagging enabled.
PC #5
Table 9: Example VLAN Network Topology
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VLAN tagging is only required to be enabled on switch ports that
create trunk links to other VLAN capable switches, or on ports
connected to tag-capable end-stations, such as servers or workstations
with ITI5100G/GF adapters.
Configuring VLANs
By default, Alteon WebSystems switches have a single VLAN configured for
every port, which groups all ports into the same broadcast domain, just as if
there were no VLANs at all. This default VLAN has an 802.1Q-1998 VLAN
identification number of [1], with VLAN tagging for the switch port turned
off.
If you are using a VLAN capable switch from another manufacturer, consult
the documentation for your switch before continuing.
To configure VLANs, perform the following procedure:
Note: If you configure a VLAN for an adapter, all traffic sent or received
by that adapter must be in VLANs.
1. Create the /etc/hostname.alt file(s) on the server.
There can be up to four adapters per server, and up to 64 VLANs
defined per adapter.
One /etc/hostname.alt <num> file must be created for each
VLAN that will be configured for each adapter on the server. Create
files using the following naming format:
/etc/hostname.alt <num>
For each file, the number <num> in the filename is determined according
to the table below. For example, the first adapter in the server requires a
file named /etc/hostname.alt0 for its first VLAN, and a file
named /etc/hostname.alt100 for its second VLAN.
Up to 64
VLANs
First Adapter
Second Adapter Third Adapter
Fourth Adapter
/etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname
.alt0 .alt1 .alt2 .alt3
1
2
3
/etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname
.alt100 .alt101 .alt102 .alt103
/etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname
.alt200
.alt201
.alt202
.alt203
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/etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname /etc/hostname
.alt6300 .alt6301 .alt6302 .alt6303
64
Table 10: Creating the /etc/hostname.alt<num> files
2. Place the appropriate adapter host name into the
/etc/hostname.alt file(s).
The /etc/hostname.alt <num> file must contain the appropriate
adapter host name.
The host name should be different from the host name of any other
interface. For example, /etc/hostname.alt0 and
/etc/hostname.alt100 cannot share the same host name.
The following example depicts the host name files required for a
machine called iti , with one ITI5100G/GF adapter with four VLANs:
iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt0
iti-1
iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt100
iti-1100
iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt200
iti-1200
iti # cat /etc/hostname.alt300
iti-1300
3. For each host name, enter the appropriate IP address in the
/etc/hosts file.
4. Create the /etc/vlan.alt <num> file(s).
One corresponding /etc/vlan.alt <num> file is needed for each
/etc/hostname.alt <num> file created in the previous steps (one
for each VLAN being configured for each adapter on the server). Create
files using the following naming format:
/etc/vlan.alt <num>
For each file, the number <num> in the filename is determined according
to the table below. For example, the first adapter requires a file named
/etc/vlan.alt0 for its first VLAN, and a file named
/etc/vlan.alt100 for its second VLAN.
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VLANs
First Adapter
Second Adapter Third Adapter
Fourth Adapter
/etc/vlan
.alt0
/etc/vlan
.alt1
/etc/vlan
.alt2
/etc/vlan
.alt3
1
2
/etc/vlan
.alt100
/etc/vlan
.alt101
/etc/vlan
.alt102
/etc/vlan
.alt103
/etc/vlan
.alt200
/etc/vlan
.alt201
/etc/vlan
.alt202
/etc/vlan
.alt203
3
...
/etc/vlan
.alt6300
/etc/vlan
.alt6301
/etc/vlan
.alt6302
/etc/vlan
.alt6303
64
Table 11: Creating the /etc/vlan.alt<num> files
5. Place the appropriate VLAN ID tag into the vlan.alt <num> file(s).
Each VLAN must be assigned a unique identification number. Even
though the maximum number of VLANs that can be configured on each
adapter is 64, any particular VLAN can be assigned an identification
number between 1 and 4094. The VLAN tagging format follows the
guidance provided in IEEE 802.1Q-1998.
The VLAN identifier numbers must be placed into each appropriate
vlan.alt <num > file to which the adapter is a member.
Example: Consider a server with a single adapter. The server is a
member of two VLANs, with VLAN identifiers 383 and 777. The
contents of the first file, /etc/vlan.alt0 , would be "383" and the
contents of the second file, /etc/vlan.alt100 , would be "777".
Use your regular text editor to put the VLAN identifier number into the
appropriate vlan.alt <num> file. Be certain that there are no spaces,
blank lines, or extra characters. The identifier can be entered in decimal
(e.g. 383), octal (e.g. 0577), or hexadecimal (e.g. 0x17F) format.
If you are finished with all optional configurations, reboot the system.
Changes to the optional configuration parameters (VLAN, Jumbo Frame, or
Dual Homing) do not take effect until you reboot the system. If you will be
making changes to the other optional parameters during your configuration
session, you should wait to reboot until those changes are complete.
If you modify parameters and put the system into service before rebooting,
you may experience configuration problems.
Perform this command to reboot the system:
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Verify the configuration changes.
Enter the following command and verify that the appropriate VLANs are
present:
# ifconfig -a
Jumbo Frames Support
ITI-5100G/GF adapters support Jumbo Frames--frames of up to 9,000 bytes
that are sent between servers that have ITI-5100G/GF adapters and switches
that support Jumbo Frames. Host CPU utilization is significantly reduced and
network throughput is enhanced by sending 9,000 byte frames rather than the
standard 1,500 byte Ethernet frames.
Overview
A single ITI-5100G/GF adapter on a server can support standard Ethernet
frames as well as Jumbo Frames. Jumbo Frames are only sent between
servers that have ITI-5100G/GF adapters. Standard Ethernet frames are used
between servers that have ITI-5100G/GF Adapters and all other Ethernet
devices.
Note: Not all network switches support passing Jumbo Frames. Check
with your switch manufacturer for confirmation of Jumbo Frame support.
Configuring Jumbo Frames Support
To configure Jumbo Frame support, perform the following procedure:
1. Create the /etc/jumbo.alt <num> file.
2. Use your regular text editor to put the number “9000 " into the
/etc/jumbo.alt <num> file.
Put the number “9000 " in the file, without spaces or blank lines.
3. If you are finished with all optional configuration, reboot the system.
Changes to the optional configuration parameters (Jumbo Frame, or
Dual Homing) do not take effect until you reboot the system. If you will
be making changes to the other optional parameters during your
configuration session, you should wait to reboot until those changes are
complete.
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Note: If you modify parameters and put the system into service before
rebooting, you may experience configuration problems.
Perform this command to reboot the system:
# reboot
4. Verify the configuration changes.
Enter the following command and verify that the MTU size is set to 9000:
# ifconfig -a
Dual Homing
When two ITI-5100G/GF adapters are installed in the same server, they can
be paired in a Dual Homing configuration. If traffic is not seen over the
primary adapter connection due to loss of the adapter, cable, switch port, or
switch (where the two adapters are attached to separate switches), the
secondary adapter becomes active. When it becomes active, the secondary
adapter uses the MAC and IP address originally assigned to the primary
adapter. Sessions should be maintained, with minimum impact to network
traffic.
Overview
The Dual Homing feature relies on the Spanning Tree Protocol. Adapters
configured for Dual Homing allow Spanning Tree Protocol packets to pass
between them. This causes the Spanning Tree Protocol to detect a loop in the
network, forcing the switch port connected to one of the adapters to go into
blocking mode. The blocked adapter becomes the secondary.
Primary Connection Failed
Both Connections Ready
Loop Resolved:
Spanning Tree Loop Detected:
ACEnic #1 has dropped from service
ACEnic #1 is active
ACEnic #2 is active
ACEnic #2 is blocked at switch port
Figure 7: Dual Homing with Spanning Tree
If the primary connection becomes disabled for any reason, the Spanning
Tree Protocol will detect the loss of the loop, and will change the switch port
connecting the secondary adapter from blocking mode to forwarding mode.
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Configuring Dual Homing
To configure Dual Homing in a system with two adapters, where
/etc/hostname.alt0 is the primary adapter, perform the following
procedure:
Note: Do not configure an /etc/hostname.alt<num> entry for the
redundant adapter. Also, do not configure Jumbo Frame support files for
the redundant adapter. If the primary adapter fails, the secondary adapter
takes on the configuration of the primary adapter. Serious configuration
problems will occur if there are hostname or Jumbo Frame configuration files
for the secondary adapter.
1. Enable Spanning Tree Protocol on the switch connected to your ITI-
5100G/GF adapters.
2. The port to which the secondary adapter is connected must be the port
that blocks.
If there is more than one switch in the spanning tree, be certain that the
secondary adapter is not attached to the root switch of the spanning tree.
Also, be sure that the port path cost of the switch port connected to the
secondary adapter is higher than the other ports in the loop.
Example: In the following redundant switch configuration, the switch
port connected to adapter #2 must have the highest port path cost of any
of the four ports in the loop:
Switch port to active
adapter needs lower
Inter-switch path is required
path cost
for loop condition. Loop
ports need lower path cost
Switch port to secondary
adapter must have highest
path cost to block
Figure 8: Dual Homing Path Costs
3. Create the /etc/redund.alt1 file.
4. Use your regular text editor to put the number " 0 ", the instance
number of the primary adapter, into the file /etc/redund.alt1 .
Put the number " 0 " in the file, without spaces or blank lines.
5. If you are finished with all optional configuration, reboot the system.
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Changes to the optional configuration parameters (Jumbo Frame, or Dual
Homing) do not take effect until you reboot the system. If you will be making
changes to the other optional parameters during your configuration session,
you should wait to reboot until those changes are complete.
Note: If you modify parameters and put the system into service before
rebooting, you may experience configuration problems.
Perform this command to reboot the system:
# reboot -- -r
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Appendices
Appendix A
1000BASE-SX Link Characteristics
Description
62.5 Micron 50 Micron
Shortwave (850 nanometer multimode fiber)
2 to 550 meters
Operating Range 2 to 260 meters
(in compliance with IEEE 802.3-1998)
10/100/1000BASE-T Cable Specifications
Media
Maximum
Distance
Port Type
10Base-T
100/1000Base-T RJ-45
Connector
Cat. 3, 4 or 5 UTP 100 Meters
Cat. 5 UTP 100 Meters
RJ-45
Performance Specifications
Feature
Specification
PCI clock
66 MHz max
PCI Data/Address
32- and 64-bit
132 MB/second (32-bit bus)
PCI data burst transfer rate 264 MB/second (64-bit bus)
528 MB/second (64-bit bus at 66 MHz)
PCI modes
Master/slave
Physical Characteristics
Dimension
Measurement
PCI Length x Width 17.27 cm x 10.67 cm (6.8" x 4.2"
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Power Requirements
Specification
PCI operating voltage
Measurement
+5 V ± 5%
7.5 Watts
1.5A @ +5VDC
PCI power consumption
Environmental Specifications
Operating
Condition
Storage Specification
Specification
0° to 55° C (+32 to +131
F)
Temperature
-40° to +85° C
5 to 85% non-condensing
(40° C, 16 hour dwells at
extremes)
5 to 95% non-condensing
10° C/hour
Relative humidity
Altitude
Shock
Up to 10,000 feet
10g, 1/2 sine wave, 11
msec
Up to 35,000 feet
60g, 1/2 sine wave, 11
msec
Vibration, peak to peak
displacement
0.005 in. max (5 to 32 Hz) 0.1 in. max (5 to 17 Hz)
0.25g (5 to 500 Hz)
(Sweep Rate = 1
octave/min.)
0.25g (5 to 500 Hz)
(Sweep Rate = 1
octave/min.)
Vibration, peak
acceleration
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Appendix B
Ethernet Connector
The 8-pin RJ-45 connector for 10/100/1000 Mb/sec Ethernet is wired as
shown:
87654321
Figure 9: 8-Pin RJ-45 Connector (Front)
With the connection pins assigned as shown:
Contact 10Base-T Signal
100Base-TX Signal 1000Base-T Signal
TD+ (Transmit
BI_DA+ (Bidi Data)
Data)
1
TD+ (Transmit Data)
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TD- (Transmit Data) TD- (Transmit Data) BI_DA- (Bidi Data)
RD+ (Receive Data) RD+ (Receive Data) BI_DB+ (Bidi Data)
Not used
Not used
Not used
Not used
BI_DC+ (Bidi Data)
BI_DC- (Bidi Data)
RD- (Receive Data) RD- (Receive Data) BI_DB- (Bidi Data)
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
BI_DD+ (Bidi Data)
BI_DD- (Bidi Data)
Table 12: 8-Pin RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments
Network Cabling Requirements
In order for your network to operate properly, you must use a category of
network cabling that is appropriate for the data rate of the channel. For
10Mb/s operation, Category 3, or 5 cable is appropriate. When operating in
100/1000Mb/s or 100/1000Mb/s Full Duplex, a Category 5 cable should be
used.
The maximum cable segment length supported at 100/1000Mb/sec speed, on
Category 5 cable is 100M. Any single cable segment (adapter to adapter or
adapter to network hub) must be within the 100M length requirement.
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Appendix C
Glossary of Terms
The following terms are used throughout this guide.
Term
Meaning
Notes
10/100/1000
10, 100 and 1000Mbps on the same The port will be
port.
running at the
negotiated speed.
See LEDs on the
handle to determine
the speed of
operation
1000BaseT
100BaseT
10BaseT
Physical layer spec. for 1000Mbps
Ethernet over various wiring specs.
Physical layer spec. for 100Mbps
Ethernet over various wiring specs.
IEEE 802.3 physical layer spec. for
10Mbps Ethernet over 2 pairs of
UTP wire
CSMA/CD
Carrier Sense Multiple
Access/Collision Detect. Protocol
for carrier transmission access in
Ethernet networks.
Gigabit
Ethernet
1000Mbps technology based on the
10BaseT Ethernet CSMA/CD
network access method.
Ethernet
IEEE-standard data link protocol
that specifies how data is placed on
and retrieved from a common
transmission medium.
Fast Ethernet 100Mbps technology based on the
10BaseT Ethernet CSMA/CD
network access method.
Hub
NIC
Connects 2 or more devices
together in order for them to
communicate on a network
Network Interface Card,
i.e. ITI-5100G
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Packet
Unit of information packaged in a
predetermined structure for
communications using Ethernet
protocols.
PCI
Peripheral Component Interconnect
Industry Standard Bus
RJ-45
The 8-conductor version of an RJ-
11 (telephone, but wider).
Router
Component which receives and
transmits and forwards packets to
their destinations via the shortest
route possible.
Switch
UTP
Hardware that routes packets
across a network.
Unshielded twisted pair
Table 13: Glossary of Terms
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List of Figures
Figure 1: IntraServer Technology ITI-5100GF Gigibit Ethernet Fiber
Interface Adapter.......................................................................................... 11
Figure 2: IntraServer Technology ITI-5100G Gigibit Ethernet Copper
10/100/100Base-T Interface Adapter............................................................ 12
Figure 3: ITI-5100GF adapter faceplate...................................................... 15
Figure 4: ITI-5100G adapter faceplate........................................................ 17
Figure 5: Connecting the network cable to the 5100GF adapter................. 21
Figure 6: Servers Supporting Multiple VLANs............................................. 35
Figure 7: Dual Homing with Spanning Tree ................................................ 41
Figure 8: Dual Homing Path Costs.............................................................. 42
Figure 9: 8-Pin RJ-45 Connector (Front) .................................................... 46
List of Tables
Table 1: Typographic Conventions................................................................. 9
Table 2: Shell Prompts................................................................................. 10
Table 3: ITI-5100GF LED Status Indicators................................................ 16
Table 4: ITI-5100G LED Status Indicators .................................................. 17
Table 5: Hardware and Software Requirements........................................... 18
Table 6: 1000BASE-SX Link Characteristics ............................................... 21
Table 7: 10/100/1000BASE-T Cable Specifications.................................... 22
Table 8: Adapter Driver Parameters............................................................ 30
Table 9: Example VLAN Network Topology................................................. 36
Table 10: Creating the /etc/hostname.alt<num> files................................. 38
Table 11: Creating the /etc/vlan.alt<num> files ......................................... 39
Table 12: 8-Pin RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments ..................................... 46
Table 13: Glossary of Terms ........................................................................ 48
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Appendix D
Software License
End-User License Agreement for Software
Warranty for Software and Hardware
Important- READ CAREFULLY: This End-User License Agreement
(“EULA”) is a legal agreement between you (either an individual or a
single entity) licensee of the IntraServer ITIpciTM SCSI Software being
licensed by IntraServer Technology, Inc. (“ITI”) for the software
(“SOFTWARE PRODUCT” or “SOFTWARE”) provided with the
ITIpciTM Host Adapter (“Host Adapter”). You may not use the Software
except in conjunction with the Host Adapter. The SOFTWARE
PRODUCT includes computer software, the associated media, any
printed materials, and any “on-line” or electronic documentation. By
installing, copying or otherwise using the SOFTWARE PRODUCT you
agree to bound by the terms of this EULA. If you do not agree to the
terms of this EULA, ITI is unwilling to license the SOFTWARE
PRODUCT to you. In such event, you may not use or copy the
SOFTWARE PRODUCT, and you should promptly contact ITI or your
reseller for instructions on return of the Host Adapter and Software for
a refund.
SOFTWARE PRODUCT LICENSE
The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is owned by ITI, protected by copyright laws
and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws
and treaties. The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is licensed, not sold, and ITI
retains all rights not expressly granted. You acknowledge and agree that the
copyright, patent, trade secret and all other intellectual property rights of
whatever kind and nature in the SOFTWARE PRODUCT and the Host
Adapter and related specifications and documentation shall remain the
property of ITI and nothing in this agreement shall be construed as
transferring any aspects of such rights to you or any third party. Except as
specifically permitted in this Agreement, you may not copy the software, any
printed materials accompanying the software or any “on-line” or electronic
documentation.
1. GRANT OF LICENSE:
This EULA grants you the following non-exclusive rights:
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Software:
You may install and use one copy of the
SOFTWARE PRODUCT on a single computer (the
“Computer”).
Network Services:
If the SOFTWARE PRODUCT includes
functionality that enables the Computer to act as a
network server, any number of computers may
access or otherwise utilize the basic network
services of the server. The basic network services
are more fully described in the printed materials
accompanying the SOFTWARE PRODUCT.
Storage and
Network Use:
You may also store or install a copy of the computer
software portion of the SOFTWARE PRODUCT on
the Computer to allow you other computers to use
the SOFTWARE PRODUCT over an internal
network. However, you must acquire and dedicate a
license for the SOFTWARE PRODUCT for each
computer on which the SOFTWARE PRODUCT is
used or to which it is distributed. A license for the
SOFTWARE PRODUCT may not be shared or used
concurrently on different computers.
Back-up:
You may make a single back-up copy of the
SOFTWARE PRODUCT. You may use the back-up
copy solely for archival purposes.
Right to Audit
End User:
ITI reserves the right to audit you to verify
compliance with the EULA.
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2. DESCRIPTION OF OTHER RIGHTS AND
LIMITATIONS:
Limitation on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, Disassembly,
Modifications and Derivatives: You may not reverse engineer, decompile,
disassemble, or modify, in whole or in part, the SOFTWARE PRODUCT, or
create a derivative work using the SOFTWARE PRODUCT except and only
to the extent that such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law
notwithstanding this limitation.
Separation of
Components:
The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is licensed as a single
product. Its component part may not be separated for
use on more than one computer.
Single Computer:
The SOFTWARE PRODUCT is licensed for use on a
single computer and only when the Host Adapter is
installed on such computer. The SOFTWARE
PRODUCT may only be used with that computer.
Rental:
You may not rent or lease the SOFTWARE
PRODUCT part from the Host Adapter. The renting
or leasing of a complete computer system containing
both the SOFTWARE PRODUCT and the Host
Adapter is allowed however.
Software Transfer:
You may permanently transfer all of your rights
under this EULA only as part of a sale transfer of the
Host Adapter provided you retain no copies, you
transfer your rights in the SOFTWARE PRODUCT
(including all component parts, the media and printed
materials, any upgrades and this EULA) and the
transferee agrees to the terms of this EULA. If the
SOFTWARE PRODUCT includes any upgrades any
transfer must include all prior versions of the
SOFTWARE PRODUCT and the upgrades any
transfer must include all prior versions of the
SOFTWARE PRODUCT and the upgrade.
Termination:
Without prejudice to any other rights, ITI may
terminate this EULA if you fail to comply with the
terms and conditions of this EULA. In such event,
you must destroy all copies of the SOFTWARE
PRODUCT and all its component parts.
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3. UPGRADES:
If the SOFTWARE PRODUCT is an upgrade from another ITI product,
whether from ITI or a reseller, you may use or transfer the SOFTWARE
PRODUCT only in conjunction with that upgraded product and the
associated ITI Host Adapter. If the SOFTWARE PRODUCT is an upgrade of
an ITI product, you may use that upgraded product only in accordance with
this EULA. If the SOFTWARE PRODUCT is an upgrade of a component
package of software programs which you licensed as a single product
package, the SOFTWARE PRODUCT may be used and transferred only as
part of that single product package and may not be separated for use on more
than one COMPUTER and Host Adapter.
4. DUAL MEDIA SOFTWARE:
You may receive the SOFTWARE PRODUCT IN MORE THAN ONE
MEDIUM. Regardless o the type of medium you receive, you may use only
one medium that is appropriate for your single Computer. You may not loan,
rent, lease, or otherwise transfer the other medium to another user except for
a permanent transfer (as provided above) of your rights in the SOFTWARE
PRODUCT.
5. PRODUCT SUPPORT:
Product support for the SOFTWARE PRODUCT is provided by ITI, its
resellers, and OEMs. For support, please call 1-508-429-0425 (technical
support) in the U.S.A. between 8:30 AM and 5:30PM EST
6. U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED
RIGHTS:
The SOFTWARE PRODUCT and documentation are provided with
RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication, or disclosure by the Government
is subject to restrictions set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in
Technical Data and Computer Software clause DFARS 252.227-7013 or
subparagraphs (c)(1) and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software –
Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19 as applicable. The Manufacturer is
IntraServer Technology, Inc., Seven October Hill Road, Holliston, MA, USA
01746.
7. EXPORT LAWS AND REGULATIONS:
The end user agrees to comply with the export laws and regulations of the
United States and other governing jurisdictions.
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Product Warranty
LIMITED SOFTWARE WARRANTY
IntraServer Technology, Inc. (“ITI”) warrants to only the original licensee
that the Software, when properly installed in conjunction with the Host
Adapter, will perform substantially in accordance with ITI’s specifications
contained in ITI’s documentation provided with the Software (“ITI’s
Documentation”) for a period of 60 days from the date of the original
licensing. Furthermore, ITI warrants that the media upon which the software
is stored is free from defects of material or workmanship for a period of 60
days. If the software should fail to perform substantially in accordance with
ITI’s Documentation or if there is a defect on the media during the warranty
period, ITI will use reasonable commercial efforts to correct any failure of
the software to perform substantially in accordance with ITI’s Documentation
and will replace any defective media when the defective media is returned to
ITI by the original licensee. The remedy for breach of this warranty shall not
cover any other damages, including but not limited to the loss of data, profit,
special, incidental, consequential, and other similar claims.
LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY
ITI warrants to only the original licensee that the Host Adapter is free of
defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of three
years from the date of purchase. In the event of a defect in Host Adapter
material or workmanship during such warranty period, ITI, at its discretion,
will repair or replace the defective product when the defective product is
returned to ITI by the original licensee. The remedy for this breach of
warranty is limited to replacement only and shall not cover any other
damages, including but not limited to the loss of data, profit, special,
incidental, consequential, and other similar claims.
If the Host Adapter is found to be defective, ITI, at its option, agrees to
replace or repair the Host Adapter at no charge except as stated below,
provided that the original licenses delivers the Host Adapter with a return
material authorization (RMA) number and a dated proof of purchase. The
original licensee assumes the risk of damage or loss in transit. The original
licensee must use the original container (or equivalent) and pay the shipping
charge.
ITI may replace or repair the product with new or reconditioned parts, and
the replacement parts or product become the property of ITI. ITI warrants the
repaired or replaced parts or product to be free from defects in material or
workmanship for a period of the greater of (i) ninety (90) days from the
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return shipping date of the repaired or replaced product, or (ii) the period of
time remaining on the original three year warranty.
Before returning any product, contact ITI’s Technical Support (for telephone
numbers and addresses, see the Technical Support section of this document).
If ITI’s Technical Support verifies that the product is defective, the Return
Authorization Department will issue an RMA number to place on the
package containing the Host Adapter. ITI will not accept any Host Adapter
that does not include an RMA number on the package.
LIMITATIONS
EXCEPT FOR THE WARRANTIES STATED IN THIS LIMITED
PRODUCT WARRANTY, ITI SPECIFICLALY DISCLAIMS ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTAITONS, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ITI BE LIABLE
FOR ANY LOSS OF DATA, PROFIT OR ANY COMMERCIAL
DAMAGE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES.
SOME STATES/COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, IN WHICH CASE THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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