IMC Networks Switch Giga AcessEtherLinx II User Manual

Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II  
Operation Manual  
The above illustration is representative; some minor differences may be present in actual product  
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Table of Contents  
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement .........................................................i  
Warranty.................................................................................................................i  
About the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II .........................................................................1  
Installing the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II ....................................................................1  
Rackmount Installation...........................................................................................2  
Features.................................................................................................................2  
About iView² Unit Management.............................................................................4  
Utility iConfig.........................................................................................................4  
SNMP, Telnet and Console Management ...............................................................5  
Main Configuration Screen.....................................................................................6  
Configuring VLANs...............................................................................................11  
Using Management..............................................................................................27  
UMA (Unified Management Agent) ......................................................................27  
LED Operation.....................................................................................................29  
Passwords ............................................................................................................30  
DC Power Supply Wiring Instructions...................................................................31  
Rackmount Precautions........................................................................................32  
DC Power Supply Precautions..............................................................................33  
Specifications.......................................................................................................34  
IMC Networks Technical Support.........................................................................34  
Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines...........................................................................35  
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions.......................................................................35  
Safety Certifications..............................................................................................36  
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About the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II Series enables service providers to offer differentiated  
data networking or VPN services to multi-tenant building and business customers.  
Residing at the customer premises or at the service provider POP, Giga-  
AccessEtherLinX-II provides a VLAN-based Layer 2 entry point to the MAN fiber  
network, trunking, differentiating and grooming customer traffic. Featuring remote  
SNMP management, port bandwidth control, QinQ support, QoS, traffic  
prioritization and multicast pruning (using IGMP v1, v2), it is an ideal solution for  
delivering Ethernet-based services to customers quickly and cost-effectively.  
Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II offers configuration access via Telnet, console, secure IP-Less,  
and SNMP management channels. Software upgrades can be initiated via any one of  
these access methods.  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II includes one Uplink port (either 1000Base-FX fiber or  
10/100/1000 twisted pair) and four 10/100/1000 Mbps twisted pair Ethernet  
Downlink Ports for connecting users/LANs, and supports jumbo frame sizes of up to  
9600 bytes.  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II offers various wavelengths for SM and MM fiber at  
gigabit speed; single-strand and SFP versions are also available. As a standalone unit,  
it is available in an internal AC or DC version.  
Installing the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II comes ready to install; there is no hardware  
configuration required. All features, such as management access, qualified VLAN  
tags, Link Fault Pass-Through and Auto Negotiation are software configurable.  
Place the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II on a flat surface, prior to installation. Attach the  
cables between the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II and each device that will be  
interconnected and then plug the unit into a reliable power source.  
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Rackmount Installation  
The Rackmount kits for the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II are sold separately:  
Description  
Part  
Number  
Accessories  
Installation  
Includes two brackets  
that screw onto either  
side of the Giga-  
The brackets are  
attached to the unit and  
then the Giga-  
19" Rackmount  
brackets  
895-39226  
AccessEtherLinX-II  
.
AccessEtherLinX-II is  
installed into the rack.  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-  
II can be secured to the  
shelf.  
Fits into the 19" rack  
and holds up to 3 units  
of the Giga-  
19" Rackmount  
shelf  
895-39949  
AccessEtherLinX-II  
.
INSTALLATION TIP  
Single-strand fiber products use optics that transmit and receive on two different  
wavelengths. Single-strand fiber products must be deployed in pairs, connecting two  
compatible single-strand fiber products. Connect the 852-10310 (1310 xmt and 1550 rcv),  
for example, to a product with 1550 xmt and 1310 rcv, e.g., 852-10311 (1550 xmt and  
1310 rcv.) The two connected products must also have the same speed and distance  
capabilities (i.e. both are single-mode [20 km] or both are single/PLUS [40 km]).  
Features  
Two Layer Qualified Q-in-Q Support  
Each drop port can be assigned two different VLAN tags to incoming frames based on  
the frames PRI or DSCP priority value and IP or Non-IP Frames types. In this way,  
incoming traffic to the network can be groomed into different VLAN tributaries before  
entering the network.  
AutoCross Feature for Twisted Pair Connection  
All twisted pair ports on the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II include AutoCross, a feature  
which automatically selects between a Crossover workstation or Pass-Through  
connection depending on the connected device.  
Software Configurable Features  
The Link Fault Pass-Through, Selective Advertising, as well as Qualified VLAN tags  
and Bandwidth Control features are all configurable via the SNMP IP-Less  
management, DB-9 console configuration or Telnet session.  
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IP-Less Management in HOST/REMOTE configurations  
A proprietary, secure management communication channel is supported whenever  
the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II unit is connected directly to an iMcV-GigaFiberLinX-II  
unit over the Fiber Uplink. This secure communication channel does not require any  
pre-configuration or IP address assignment. It automatically establishes an integrated  
Host-Remote management connection between these units, allowing them to be  
managed as a single unit, as long as the iMcV-Giga-FiberLinX-II unit is set to a unit via  
the DIP Switch setting.  
Priority Queuing and Flow Control  
The unit supports two different priority queuing schemes. In all modes that do not  
allow frame qualification, Priority Queuing is set globally for all ports as a Unit  
Control Setting. For modes supporting Qualification, high priority is set individually  
per port by the Qualification setting. Frames qualified as high priority will be given  
preference over low priority frames to egress the unit.  
When internal congestion occurs and the unit is low on internal buffer space, only  
high priority frames will be allowed to enter the unit. If Flow Control is enabled,  
PAUSE frames will be sent to all ports causing the congestion. If PAUSE frames are  
received on a port, that port will not transmit frames until the PAUSE condition has  
expired.  
Auto Negotiation, Duplex Mode and Speed  
The twisted pair ports on the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II Auto Negotiate for speed and  
duplex mode. This device can also selectively advertise or force the speed and  
duplex mode. If the device has a fiber Uplink port, it always operates at 1000 Mbps  
full-duplex and supports Auto Negotiation on the fiber segment.  
Forcing the Speed and Duplex Mode  
The twisted pair Downlink Ports on the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II can also be manually  
set for 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps operation and for half- or full-duplex mode (note:  
1000 Mbps only supported in full duplex).  
Selective Advertising  
Selective Advertising, when used in combination with Auto Negotiation, advertises  
only the configured speed and duplex mode for the twisted pair port.  
If a specific speed and/or duplex mode is desired, use Selective Advertising, rather  
than a Force Mode, when connecting to devices that ONLY auto negotiate.  
Bandwidth Control  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II includes bandwidth control functionality. A maximum  
bandwidth can be set independently on each port for both receive and transmit  
directions.  
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About iView² Unit Management  
iView² is a network management application for IMC Networks’ intelligent  
networking devices. It features a GUI, which provides network managers the ability  
to monitor and control IMC Networks’ products. The application is available in  
several versions including Web-Server version 3.0 and can also function as a snap-in  
module for HP OpenView Network Node Manager.  
iView² supports the following platforms:  
Windows NT  
Windows 2000  
Windows XP  
Windows 7  
Windows Vista  
Utility iConfig  
iConfig is an in-band utility created by IMC Networks, used for SNMP configuration  
for IMC Networks’ SNMP-manageable devices.  
The iConfig feature allows the following to be performed:  
Set an IP address, subnet mask and default gateway  
Define community strings and SNMP traps  
iConfig also includes an authorized IP address system and restricted access to MIB  
groups which are supported by IMC Networks’ manageable devices. These extra  
layers of security do not affect SNMP compatibility. iConfig can upload new versions  
of the system software and new MIB information. It also includes diagnostic  
capabilities for faster resolution of technical support issues.  
Default Username/Password  
The default user ID and password for both iConfig and Telnet are the following:  
User: admin / Password:admin  
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SNMP, Telnet and Console Management  
SNMP, Telnet, and iConfig management channels are always supported through the  
Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II Uplink Port. This provides a higher level of security so end  
users cannot access management, alter settings, etc. Management through other  
ports can be supported through unit configuration.  
In order for the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II to support SNMP management, the unit must  
be assigned IP configuration information (e.g., IP address, subnet mask, etc.) There  
are five ways to do so:  
Using iConfig (IP-Less on same Ethernet Domain)  
Host-Remote IP-Less from an iMcV-GigaFiberLinX-II  
Using the console DB9 port located on the back of the unit  
Using DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol); DHCP must be enabled  
through the console configuration or Telnet  
Telnet (Default IP=10.10.10.10; subnet mask=255.0.0.0)  
In addition to assigning an IP Address and subnet mask, the end user can create  
community strings, assign access rights, and configure traps for total remote  
management.  
About Console Port Configuration  
Use the console DB-9 port on the back of the unit to access the internal Command  
Line Interface (CLI).  
To connect the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II to a terminal/computer, use a straight-  
through (pin-to-pin) cable. (If the computer/terminal has a COM port using a  
connection not compatible with a DB-9 connector, use the pin connection chart  
shown below for reference in making a cable.) Make sure the cable length is less  
than 50 feet (15.24m). Plug one end of the cable into the DB-9 connector and the  
other into the appropriate computer/terminal port. Set the computer/terminal for VT-  
100 emulation, with: 38.4K baud  
,
8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity and no flow  
control  
.
Console RS-232 Interface  
DB-9 Pin #  
Function  
2
3
5
Transmit (OUT)  
Receive (IN)  
Ground  
1, 4, 6 - 9  
Reserved  
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Main Configuration Screen  
After running through an initial self test, the screen will display: Press Enter for Device  
Configuration. Press Enter to be taken to the main configuration screen.  
The Main Configuration screen contains the following:  
Saved Values — displays changes made during current session.  
IP Address (Should be assigned during initial configuration)  
Subnet Mask (Should be assigned during initial configuration)  
Default Gateway  
Current Values — displays values currently in use.  
IP Address (IP address of SNMP agent)  
Subnet Mask (mask to define IP subnet agent is connected to)  
Default Gateway (default router for IP traffic outside subnet)  
Command List  
I
= Enter New Saved Parameter Values  
= Change Password  
P
T
K
C
U
D
E
= New Trap Destination  
= Remove ALL Trap Destinations  
= New Community String  
= Delete ALL Community Strings  
= Enable/Disable DHCP  
= End Session  
Space Bar = Opens device specific configuration options  
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NOTE  
Reboot after making any modifications to the Saved Values or the changes will not take  
effect. To reboot, type Reboot at the prompt on the main configuration screen, or turn the  
chassis power OFF, then ON again.  
Because a Delete key is not available on VT-100 terminal emulators, use the F2 key instead.  
I
Assigning IP Information  
To modify the Saved Parameter Values (i.e., assign IP address and subnet mask), press  
. Enter the IP address and subnet mask for the connected device, pressing Enter  
I
after each value. A default gateway can also be assigned (press Enter to skip). When  
finished, press Enter and then type Reboot for the changes to take effect. The Saved  
Values and Current Values should now both display the changes made (e.g., new IP  
address and subnet mask).  
P
Change Password (only if logged in via console port)  
By default, no password is assigned via the console port. However, one can be  
assigned by pressing from the main configuration screen. Enter a password;  
P
passwords are case sensitive and should be no more than eight characters in length,  
with no spaces; press Enter. This will be requested whenever logging on or off. To  
remove password protection, select  
P
and instead of entering a password press Enter.  
Passwords are a way to make the management of network devices secure. It is the  
responsibility of the network administrator to store and maintain the password lists.  
T
Assigning Trap Destinations  
Traps are sent by the manageable device to a management PC when a certain event  
takes place. To enter a trap destination, press . When asked to Enter a New IP  
Address, type the IP address of the destination device and press Enter. Then, type  
T
the name of the community string (that the destination device has been configured to  
accept) and press Enter. This function enables ALL of the device’s traps. To  
selectively activate and de-activate traps, use iConfig for configuration. Supported  
traps include enterprise-specific and generic; generic traps include: Link Down, Link  
Up, Cold Start, Warm Start and Authentication Failure.  
K
Removing Trap Destinations  
To remove all trap destinations, press  
K. When asked to confirm, press  
Y
to continue  
or  
N
to abort. Then, press Enter.  
C
Creating Community Strings  
The purpose of community strings is to add a level of security to a network. The  
default community string is named public and has read/write access. Add the  
necessary custom community strings such as one with read-only access (for general  
use), and another with read/write access (for the administrator), then delete the  
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default public string. To create a new community string, go to the main configuration  
screen and press . Enter the name of the new community (up to 16 characters, no  
C
spaces) and press Enter. Then type one of the following to assign the community  
string’s access rights:  
R
W
= read-only access  
= read/write access  
Enter = abort  
Press Enter. When finished, press Enter and then type Reboot for changes to take  
effect. The Saved Values and Current Values should now both display the changes  
made (e.g., new IP address and subnet mask).  
U
Deleting Community Strings  
To delete all community strings and start over, press  
U
. When asked, Are you sure  
to abort. Press Enter.  
you want to delete all future strings?, press to proceed or  
Y
N
This function will delete ALL community strings. Use iConfig to selectively delete  
community strings.  
D
About DHCP  
DHCP Disable (Static IP Addressing)  
DHCP is disabled in the default configuration. Initially, modules are assigned  
a Static default IP Address of 10.10.10.10. Changes to the Static IP Address  
can be added manually through iConfig, an RS-232 Console session, or  
Telnet. The changes will be initiated following reboot of the module.  
DHCP Enable (Dynamic IP Addressing)  
If a DHCP server is present on the network and DHCP is enabled, the DHCP client  
will initiate a dialogue with the server during the boot up sequence. The server will  
then issue an IP address to the management card. Once the new IP address is  
received, the SNMP Management Module will reboot so that the new IP address will  
take effect. Refer to the About Console Port Configuration for more information  
about Enabling/Disabling DHCP. When there is no DHCP server on the network, use  
iConfig or console configuration to manually set the IP addresses.  
When DHCP is enabled, the IP address (default 10.10.10.10 or user configured) is  
saved. When DHCP is disabled, the saved IP address will be reinstated and the  
device will reboot.  
DHCP servers give out lease times: devices renew their leases based on the  
administrator-specified time. If a device cannot renew its lease, and the lease  
expires, the device will be given the IP address 10.10.10.10 and will reboot.  
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E
Ending a Session  
Be sure to press  
E
before disconnecting the cable in order to stop the continuous  
stream of data to the console port.  
Space Bar Device-Specific Configuration Options  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II also includes several device-specific options. To access  
these options, press the Spacebar from the Command List section of the Main  
Configuration screen, type the name of the action you want to perform (as shown  
below) and press Enter  
.
ifstats  
Displays Per Port Ethernet statistics such as port status and congestion.  
rmstats  
Displays Per Port RMON statistics such as frame and error counters.  
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cleandb  
Reboots the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II with a clean database. This  
removes all of the information in the database with an option to  
change the IP address of device.  
download  
Opens the Download dialog from which you download firmware in  
the Main Configuration screen using TFTP protocol.  
version  
vlan  
reboot*  
accounts  
Displays the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II serial number and build date.  
Displays and changes VLAN settings (see Configuring VLANs)  
Reboots the unit  
Allows addition/deletion of Username/Password accounts.  
Administrators must maintain a password list.  
unit  
port  
Unit Global Settings  
Displays port status values and allows some configuration (See Port  
Configuration section)  
bw  
Bandwidth Limiting Controls  
sysdescr  
Allows the editing of sysName, sysDescr, and Port information  
text. These entries are used to identify SNMP traps generated  
by this unit.  
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*A reboot may be required for some configuration changes to take effect.  
Downloading Files  
Firmware and configuration files for the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II can be downloaded  
from a central server via TFTP protocol. Initiate this download via console  
configuration or Telnet session. To download a file, type download and press Enter  
to be taken to the Download a file screen. This screen displays the IP Address of the  
TFTP server and the name of the file to be downloaded. The TFTP server should be  
open. Make sure the IP Address and the name of the file are correct.  
Configuring VLANs  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II is VLAN compatible, with the ability to accept traffic  
containing 802.1q VLAN tags on the Uplink port and direct that traffic to the  
Downlink Ports where the tag is removed on egress. For even greater flexibility, each  
port can be individually configured as an Uplink TRUNK port or as a Downlink  
DROP port. Every downlink port can qualify the incoming Ethernet frame and assign  
one of two different VLAN tags depending on the priority of the incoming frame.  
Qualified VLAN Settings  
Incoming frames can be qualified based on the PRI value found in its VLAN tag or on  
the DiffServ value found in the IP header of the frame.  
Pre Configured Modes  
To help alleviate the complexity associated with this, the Giga-AccessEtherLinX unit  
has provided eight different modes of operation. Each mode is designed to support a  
common customer application to help simplify the configuration process. The  
following is a short summary of each mode.  
Mode 1  
Forwards only untagged frames. Management only accepted from the  
Uplink Port.  
Mode 2  
Forwards both tagged and untagged frames with management only  
accepted from Uplink Port. Management domain can flow to Downlink  
Ports and can be assigned a VLAN. This is the default mode and  
functions as a normal MAC layer switch.  
Mode 3  
Mode 4  
Forwards both tagged and untagged frames with management only  
accepted from Uplink Port. Management domain is blocked from  
Downlink Ports and can be assigned a VLAN.  
Allows fixed port-based forwarding. The user-configured virtual  
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connection between ports includes management. Management can be  
assigned a VLAN.  
Mode 5  
Mode 6  
Mode 7  
Mode 8  
Only accepts untagged traffic at the Downlink Ports. All Uplink traffic is  
tagged. Each Downlink Port adds a Qualified or Not Qualified VLAN tag  
to all ingress traffic. Management only accepted from Uplink Port and  
can be assigned a VLAN.  
Accepts both tagged and untagged traffic at the Downlink Ports. All  
Uplink traffic is tagged. Each Downlink Port adds a Qualified or Not  
Qualified VLAN tag to all ingress traffic. Management only accepted  
from Uplink Port and can be assigned a VLAN.  
Allows each port to be defined as a Drop or a Trunk port. Each Drop  
port assigns a Qualified or Not Qualified VLAN-tag to all ingress traffic.  
Assigned VLAN tags are added to the packet when they exit a Trunk port.  
Management is accepted on any Trunk port and can be assigned a VLAN.  
Allows up to 64 VLAN IDs to be defined. Each port can be a tagged or  
no-tag member of a defined VLAN. A tag member ports will allow these  
tagged frames to enter/exit the port. No-tag members’ ports will add this  
tag to assigned frames at egress. NOTE, only one No-tag VLAN can be  
assigned to a given port but any or all defined tags can be assigned as tags  
for a given port.  
To configure VLAN IDs, press the Spacebar when in the Command List section of the  
Main Configuration screen (console configuration). VLAN is an available option.  
Type vlan and press Enter for VLAN Configuration.  
VLAN Mode Screen  
When accessing vlan in the Main Task Screen, the current VLAN mode is displayed.  
The first screen for each mode provides an overview and features of that mode, as  
well as instructions on how to proceed through the mode or return to the previous  
menu.  
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Mode 1—Untagged Frames Only  
In this mode, the unit functions as a managed MAC layer switch with management  
only accepted on the fiber Uplink and no VLAN support.  
Mode 2—Mixed Tagged and Untagged Frames (Default)  
When Management can be VLAN tagged, the following screen is given for  
configuration.  
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Mode 3— Mixed Tagged and Untagged, Block MGMT Domain  
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Mode 4— Port Based Forwarding  
Port Based Forwarding selection is done on the following screen:  
Mode 5—Port Based VLANs  
Only untagged frames are delivered to the Downlinks.  
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Each port can assign two different VLANs based on the ingress frame classification.  
For untagged frames, the DiffServ priority value of the IP frame can be used for  
classification. This screen allows the user to select any of the 64 values. In addition  
the user must identify whether non-IP frames are also classified.  
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Mode 6—Port Based Extra Tag  
In this mode both untagged and tagged frames can enter the drop ports.  
Two VLANs per port can be assigned based on ingress frames classification.  
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In this mode both tagged and untagged frames can enter the drop port. Tagged  
frames can now be classified based on the PRI value within the incoming VLAN tag.  
Any PRI value can be used to classify the frame.  
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Mode 7— Port Based Extra Tag, Infrastructure  
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Mode 7 allows the user to define whether a port is a Trunk (passes everything,  
including management), or a Drop (can add/remove VLAN tags). Unit management  
is also enabled through any Trunk port.  
Once a port is defined as a Drop Port, additional screens are provided to assign  
VLAN values based on the classification of the incoming frame.  
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Mode 7 also allows the user to define whether PRI or DiffServ values are used to  
classify incoming frames and whether non-IP frames are classified. Classification is  
done on a port-by-port basis.  
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Mode 8—VLAN Assigned  
Mode 8 allows up to 64 VLAN IDs to be defined. Each port can be a tags or No-tags  
member of a defined VLAN. A tags member port will allow these tagged frames to  
enter/exit the port. A No-tags member port will add this frame at egress. Only one  
No-tag VLAN can be assigned to a given port, but any or all defined tags can be  
assigned as tags for a given port.  
Mode 8 allows total flexibility by combining both Trunk and Drop port capabilities  
allowing both VLAN filtering and tagging on the same unit.  
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Only one No-tags can be assigned to a port; this indicates that all frames entering the  
port that do not match the assigned members VLAN-ID list are given this indicated  
tag. All frames leaving the port with this tag will have it removed. Assigned tag  
frames (tags) will pass through this port without changes.  
Unit Control Settings  
Global unit settings are configured on this screen and apply to all ports.  
Unit Loopback loops all frames entering the fiber Uplink Port back to the fiber port.  
Unit Max Frame Size can be set as high as 12.2K Bytes. However, the unit can not  
sustain a continuous stream of this jumbo frame without some frames loss. Sustained  
MAX frames size with no frame loss is limited to 8.2K bytes.  
802.1p Base Priority is a value from 0 to 7 that is used to divide incoming frames into  
High and Low priority groups. A Base Value of 4 indicates that any VLAN tag with  
PRI>4 will be given High Priority status inside the unit, is applicable to Modes  
2,3,and 4 only.  
The unit can be configured to Block Bridge, GARP, and All Bridge protocol frames.  
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Bandwidth Limiting  
Bandwidth Limiting can be set per port in both transmit and receive directions. The  
limiting function provides a Leaky Bucket traffic shaping function when placed on the  
TX side of a port. When the transmit limit is reached on a port, it will stop  
transmitting until the bucket level falls below the set level. When placed on the RX  
side it functions more like a hard Bandwidth limiter. When the Bucket level is  
reached, the port will stop receiving frames and will issue PAUSE frames back to the  
port until this bucket level clears.  
Bandwidth Limiting is entered as any value from 0 to the MAX bandwidth of the port.  
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Port Configuration  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II Downlink Ports can be configured via console  
configuration. Type ports and press Enter to be taken to the Port Configuration  
screen. From this screen, users can enable/disable ports and set Auto Negotiation  
and Flow Control functions, etc. (This can also be performed via iView².)  
When a port is disabled, it will no longer show LINK or send any traffic to the port.  
Flow Control will cause a port to send PAUSE whenever the ports internal buffer  
space is low. This can be affected by both Bandwidth limit setting for the port and  
traffic congestion on the port.  
Forced Flow Control should only be used when the connected end device does not  
support Auto Negotiation.  
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System Descriptions  
This screen allows the user to define unit and port names that are incorporated by the  
unit into all SNMP traps. These are extremely useful in troubleshooting the system.  
Firmware and Unit Version Information  
To help maintain Software revision control, these reference numbers are always  
updated whenever unit software is downloaded to the equipment.  
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Using Management  
iView² is a network management application for IMC Networks intelligent  
networking devices. It features a GUI and gives network managers the ability  
to monitor and control products from a variety of platforms.  
Using iView² with HP OpenView  
During the installation, the iView² application will ask if HP OpenView is  
installed on the management PC. Click Yes to integrate the appropriate files.  
Once in OpenView, highlight the media converter icon and select the media  
converter; OpenView will then launch iView².  
Other NMS Applications  
If using an application other than iView² for management, integrate the  
SNMP vendor MIBs, which can be found in the MIB subdirectory of iView²  
installed on the chosen hard drive of a workstation.  
Refer to the application's documentation for information on how MIB files  
are integrated.  
Update Manager  
iView² offers the option of scheduling an update search for IMC Networks devices  
listed in the Network outline. Within iView², select Tools/SNMP Options from the  
navigation toolbar. Select Update Manager Options, and a dialog box will be  
displayed, in which you can select when to run the update search. This option  
enables the end user to determine if they have the latest firmware, and download the  
latest if they do not. It does not automatically run the download, so the end user can  
review the release notes included with the binary file, and decide whether to  
download it or not.  
UMA (Unified Management Agent)  
The UMA allows operators to manage all IMC Networks modules with on-board logic  
(iMcV-GigaFiberLinX-II series) installed in an IMC Networks iMediaChassis, with a  
single IP address from a central location. Centralized management makes practical  
sense for networks of all sizes, especially service provider networks that must monitor  
and upgrade large quantities of devices. In addition, UMA allows users to centrally  
manage and administer firmware upgrades over multiple devices.  
For example, the user can install ten iMcV-Giga-FiberLinX-II devices in a 20 slot  
iMediaChassis at the Central Office (CO) and connect each to a remote Giga-  
AccessEtherLinX-II unit installed at the customer’s premises equipment (CPE). UMA  
allows users to manage all 20 devices (including the chassis at the CO) via the single  
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IP address assigned to the chassis management card. Users may still assign IP  
addresses to each iMcV-Giga-FiberLinX-II and Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II, and manage  
them independently over the network being transported but this may not provide the  
same level of security as the UMA system.  
With the Unified Management Agent  
When an SNMP request for an iMcV-Giga-FiberLinX-II comes in, the SNMP  
Management Module in the iMediaChassis passes the request to the SNMP agent in  
the specific module. The SNMP agent in the iMcV-Giga-FiberLinX-II provides the  
relevant management information for both the iMcV-Giga-FiberLinX and the remote  
Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II unit using a secure IP-Less messaging channel to the remote  
unit.  
IP-Less Management  
The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II supports the IMC Networks secure management system  
that allows the unit to function as an integrated remote unit when attached to a Giga-  
AccessEtherLinX-II Host unit over a fiber link segment. In this mode the two units are  
managed as one integrated pair without the need of an assigned IP address at the  
remote unit.  
File Management for Upgrading  
The following screen, located in the iConfig utility of iView², shows the File  
Management functionality of the Unified Management Agent. Operators can easily  
upload and store new firmware versions for upgrading multiple devices with on-board  
logic installed in, or connected to, an iMediaChassis.  
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Using Telnet  
Assign the Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II an IP Address or use the default IP Address  
10.10.10.10, subnet mask 255.0.0.0 before using a Telnet session. All configurations  
done via the console port can also be performed using Telnet. The user should only  
open one Telnet or RS232 console session at a time. Do not use an RS232 console  
session and a Telnet session at the same time as unexpected results may occur.  
LED Operation  
Downlink Ports  
LNK/ACT Glows green when link is established on port.  
Blinks green during data activity on port.  
FDX/COL Glows green when port is operating in Full-Duplex.  
Blinks green when collisions occur on port.  
No display when port is operating in HDX  
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Uplink Ports  
FLT  
Glows yellow when a fault is detected with the fiber Uplink. Faults  
include loss of link and half-duplex operation. Half-duplex is not  
defined for a fiber line running at gigabit rates.  
LNK  
Glows green when link is established.  
Blinks green during data activity.  
Passwords  
If the username and password are available when accessing iView², the unit can be  
reset back to its original factory setting with the following procedure. Open a console  
session by launching a Hyperterminal session with the unit. Upon completion of the  
boot sequence, press the Spacebar once and then type in the command cleandb  
Upon completion, type in the command reboot. This will reset the  
username/password back to admin/admin.  
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If the username and password are lost for the console session, open iConfig within  
iView . In the Administration tab, upgrade the PROM with a backup copy of the last  
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binary file, or load a current binary file downloaded from the IMC Networks  
download product page. By reloading the binary file, the username and password is  
removed.  
If BOTH password accesses are lost, contact Technical Support at 1-800-624-1070  
for information.  
Before using iView²  
iView² is a network management application designed for Intelligent Networking  
Devices from IMC Networks. It features a GUI and gives network managers the  
ability to monitor and control products from a variety of platforms. iView² can also  
function as a snap-in module for HP Open View Network Node Manager.  
System Requirements  
To run iView², the management PC must be equipped with the following:  
29 MB free disk space, 64 MB RAM  
Windows: NT 4.0 Service Pack 5, 2000 Professional, or XP  
Microsoft SNMP Services Installed  
Microsoft IE 4.0 or Higher (not required as default browser)  
Microsoft IIS required for Web Server version  
Java versions require the following:  
25 MB free disk space, 64 MB RAM  
Any OS capable of running Java (Windows 98 or above, Solaris, LINUX)  
Java Runtime v 1.3  
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Strongly recommended:  
128 MB RAM  
Pentium III 650Mhz or Faster  
17” Monitor @ 1024 x 768 Resolution or higher  
Installing and Using iView²  
iView² is available to install as a download at  
When using iView² with HP OpenView  
During the installation, the iView² application will ask if HP Open View is installed on  
the management PC. Click Yes to integrate the appropriate files. Once in  
OpenView, select IMC Networks from the toolbar to view the IMC Networks devices.  
When Not Using iView  
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When using an application other than iView² for management, integrate the SNMP  
vendor files (a.k.a. MIBs) into the application. The SNMP agent uses the following  
Enterprise-specific MIB file and standard MIBs, which can be found in the MIB  
directory within the iView download files.  
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Using the IMC MIBs  
Refer to the MIBs folder located with the iView² software for product-related MIBs.  
DC Power Supply Wiring Instructions  
DC Power Supply  
If in a -48 environment:  
DC Power Supply  
If in a +48 environment:  
-48  
+48  
GND  
GND  
(Common)  
(Common)  
Chassis  
Gnd  
Chassis  
Gnd  
Terminal Block  
Terminal Block  
NOTE  
Incorrect wiring will result in chassis malfunction. The Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II (DC) is  
compliant with Isolated Grounding Plane practices. The POSITIVE and NEGATIVE terminals  
are isolated from chassis ground and must have a ground reference at the power-sourcing  
equipment.  
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This equipment is designed to permit the connection of the grounded conductor of  
the DC supply circuit to the grounded conductor at the equipment. If this  
connection is made, all of the following conditions must be met:  
1. This equipment shall be connected directly to the DC supply system  
grounded electrode conductor or to a bonding jumper from a grounded  
terminal bar or bus to which the DC supply system grounding electrode  
conductor is connected.  
2. This equipment shall be located in the same immediate area (such as,  
adjacent cabinets) as any other equipment that has a connection between  
the grounded conductor of the same DC supply circuit and the grounding  
conductor, and also the point of grounding of the DC system. The DC  
system shall not be grounded elsewhere.  
3. The DC supply source shall be located within the same premises as this  
equipment.  
4. Switching or disconnecting devices shall not be in the grounded circuit  
conductor between the DC source and the point of connection of the  
grounding electrode conductor.  
Rackmount Precautions  
1. Elevated Operating Ambient - If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack  
assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may  
be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to  
installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum  
ambient temperature (Tma) specified by the manufacturer.  
2. Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such  
that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is  
not compromised.  
3. Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be  
such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical  
loading.  
4. Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the connection of  
the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the  
circuits might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.  
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used  
when addressing this concern.  
5. Reliable Grounding - Reliable grounding of rackmounted equipment  
should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply  
connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g., use  
of power strips).  
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DC Power Supply Precautions  
The following precautions must be observed when installing the chassis model with  
an internal DC power supply.  
1. Check nameplate ratings to ensure there is no overloading of supply circuits that  
could affect over current protection and supply wiring.  
2. In addition, the following must be observed:  
a. Connect the equipment to a 36 to 56.7 V DC power source that is  
electrically isolated from the alternating current source.  
Nominal  
Voltage  
Minimum  
Voltage  
Maximum  
Voltage  
Transient  
Voltage  
48  
36  
56.7  
75.0*  
* 75.0-V transient with a duration of 10.0 ms with a rate of rise and fall of  
10 V/ms. The equipment shall meet its operational specifications during  
the transient.  
b. Route input wiring to terminal block and secure in such a manner that it is  
protected from damage and stress. Do not route wiring past sharp edges or  
moving parts.  
c. Incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device, with a 3mm minimum  
contact gap in the fixed wiring.  
d. Install only in Restricted Access Areas (dedicated Equipment Rooms,  
Equipment closets or the like) in accordance with Articles 110-18, 110-26,  
and 110-27 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.  
e. Provide a listed circuit breaker suitable for branch circuit protection of the  
wiring and rated maximum 1A @ 48 V DC.  
f. For supply connections, use wires suitable for at least 75° C.  
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Specifications  
Standards  
IEEE 802.3x Ethernet  
IEEE 802.3u Auto Negotiation  
IEEE 802.1q VLAN  
IEEE 802.1p Packet Prioritization  
Operating Temperature  
+32° F to +122° F (0° C to +50° C)  
Storage Temperature  
-40° F to 185° F (-40°C to 85° C)  
Humidity  
10 to 95% (non-condensing)  
Maximum heat generated  
81 BTU/hr  
Power Requirements (typical)  
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 0.5/0.25A for AC  
48V DC, 0.5A for DC  
Throughput  
Up to full wire speed on all ports.  
Up to 9600 MTU  
Dimensions  
Height = 1.64” x Width = 5.64” x Depth = 8.95” (4.2 cm x 14.3 cm x 22.7 cm)  
IMC Networks Technical Support  
Tel: (949) 465-3000 or (800) 624-1070 (in the U.S. and Canada);  
+32-16-550880 (Europe)  
Fax: (949) 465-3020  
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Fiber Optic Cleaning Guidelines  
Fiber Optic transmitters and receivers are extremely susceptible to contamination by  
particles of dirt or dust, which can obstruct the optic path and cause performance  
degradation. Good system performance requires clean optics and connector ferrules.  
1. Use fiber patch cords (or connectors, if you terminate your own fiber) only from  
a reputable supplier; low-quality components can cause many hard-to-diagnose  
problems in an installation.  
2. Dust caps are installed at IMC Networks to ensure factory-clean optical devices.  
These protective caps should not be removed until the moment of connecting  
the fiber cable to the device. Should it be necessary to disconnect the fiber  
device, reinstall the protective dust caps.  
3. Store spare caps in a dust-free environment such as a sealed plastic bag or box  
so that when reinstalled they do not introduce any contamination to the optics.  
4. If you suspect that the optics have been contaminated, alternate between  
blasting with clean, dry, compressed air and flushing with methanol to remove  
particles of dirt.  
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions  
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause damage to any product, add-in modules or  
stand alone units containing electronic components. Always observe the following  
precautions when installing or handling these kinds of products  
1. Do not remove unit from its protective packaging until ready to install.  
2. Wear an ESD wrist grounding strap before handling any module or component.  
If the wrist strap is not available, maintain grounded contact with the system unit  
throughout any procedure requiring ESD protection.  
3. Hold the units by the edges; do not touch the electronic components or gold  
connectors.  
4. After removal, always place the boards on a grounded, static-free surface, ESD  
pad or in a proper ESD bag. Do not slide the modules or stand alone units over  
any surface.  
WARNING! Integrated circuits and fiber optic components are  
extremely susceptible to electrostatic discharge damage. Do not  
handle these components directly unless you are a qualified service  
technician and use tools and techniques that conform to accepted  
industry practices.  
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Safety Certifications  
UL/CUL: Listed to Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including  
Electrical Business Equipment.  
CE: The products described herein comply with the Council Directive on  
Electromagnetic Compatibility (2004/108/EC) and the Council  
Directive on Electrical Equipment Designed for use within Certain  
Voltage Limits 2006/95/EC). Certified to Safety of Information  
Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business Equipment. For  
further details, contact IMC Networks.  
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Class 1 Laser product, Luokan 1 Laserlaite,  
Laser Klasse 1, Appareil A’Laser de Classe 1  
European Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE) requires that any equipment that bears this  
symbol on product or packaging must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal  
waste. This symbol indicates that the equipment should be disposed of separately  
from regular household waste. It is the consumer’s responsibility to dispose of this  
and all equipment so marked through designated collection facilities appointed by  
government or local authorities. Following these steps through proper disposal and  
recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and  
human health. For more detailed information about proper disposal, please contact  
local authorities, waste disposal services, or the point of purchase for this equipment.  
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© 2011 IMC Networks. All rights reserved.  
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. IMC Networks assumes no responsibility for any  
errors that may appear in this document. Giga-AccessEtherLinX-II is a trademark of IMC Networks. Other brands or  
product names may be trademarks and are the property of their respective companies.  
Document Number 52-80321-00 A1  
October 2011  
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