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Troubleshooting Checklist

 

Table 4-2 Troubleshooting Checklist (continued)

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

Possible Cause

Recommended Action

 

 

 

 

 

Cannot contact the

IP address not assigned.

Refer to the Enterasys Matrix DFE-Gold

 

module through in-

 

Series Configuration Guide for the IP

 

band management.

 

address assignment procedure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Port is disabled.

Enable port. Refer to the Enterasys Matrix

 

 

 

DFE-Gold Series Configuration Guide for

 

 

 

instructions to enable/disable ports.

Host Port policy and/or management VLAN is incorrectly configured, or not configured.

Verify that a management VLAN exists and that it is associated with the Host Port.

Refer to the Enterasys Matrix DFE-Gold Series Configuration Guide for information about Host Port and management VLAN configuration.

 

No link to device.

Verify that all network connections

 

 

between the network management station

 

 

and the DFE module are valid and

 

 

operating.

 

 

If the problem continues, contact

 

 

Enterasys Networks for technical support.

 

 

 

Port(s) goes into

Loop condition detected.

Verify that Spanning Tree is enabled.

standby for no

 

Refer to the Enterasys Matrix DFE-Gold

apparent reason.

 

Series Configuration Guide for the

 

 

instructions to set the type of STA.

 

 

Review the network design and delete

 

 

unnecessary loops.

 

 

If the problem continues, contact

 

 

Enterasys Networks for technical support.

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Contents Enterasys Matrix Page Page Regulatory Compliance Information Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Supplement to Product Instructions Vcci Notice Safety Information Class 1 Laser Transceivers Enterasys NETWORKS, INC. Firmware License Agreement Viii Page Page Contents Appendix B Mode Switch Settings and Option Installations TroubleshootingAppendix a Specifications Index Appendix C About PoE Power over EthernetTables Contents of DFE Module CartonImportant Notice About This GuideWho Should Use This Guide For Refer to How to Use This GuideRelated Documents Following conventions are used in this guide Conventions Used in This GuideGetting Help For information about Refer to IntroductionOverview of DFE-Gold Series PoE Module Capabilities 4G4285-49 DFE Modules4G4285-49 DFE-Gold Module 4G4205-72 4G4205-72 DFE-Gold Module Management Switch Configuration Using WebViewNetwork Expansion Module NEM Option ConnectivityStandards Compatibility Switch Configuration Using CLI CommandsSecure Networks Policy Support Lanview Diagnostic LEDs Lanview Diagnostic LEDs Introduction Network Requirements FTM Bridge Function and Optional NEM Module Placement in a Matrix E7 ChassisLink Aggregation 1000BASE-T Network 10BASE-T Network100BASE-TX Network 1000BASE-T Network Network Requirements Installation Unpacking the DFE Module Installation Site RequirementContents of DFE Module Carton Quantity DFE Module Placement and Installation Rules Installing Optional Network Expansion ModulesExample 2 -1, B Example 1 -1, aExample 4 -1, D Installing the DFE Module into a ChassisExample 3 -1, C Preparation Installing Module into Matrix E7 or N7 ChassisPreparing to Install Module into Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis Installing the DFE Modules into a Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis Preparing to Install Module into Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis DFE Preparing to Install Module into Matrix E7 or N7 Chassis Card guides Connecting 48 Vdc Power for PoE Operation Connecting UTP Cables to DFE Modules Connecting to the NetworkMaking the UTP Connections Connecting a Twisted Pair Segment with RJ45 ConnectorConnecting to the Network RX+ TX+ TX1+ RX1 TX2+ TX3+ RX3 RX2 TX4+ RX4 Verifying PoE Port Status What Is Needed Connecting to COM Port for Local ManagementParameter Setting Connecting to an IBM PC or Compatible Device10 Connecting a VT Series Terminal Connecting to a VT Series TerminalConnecting to a Modem COM Port Adapter Wiring and Signal Diagram RJ45 Adapter Wiring and Signal AssignmentsRJ45 DB25 Modem Port Adapter Wiring and Signal DiagramCompleting the Installation of a New System Completing the Installation12 Matrix DFE Startup Screen Example N7 Chassis Logging in with an Administratively-Configured User Account About the Management Mgmt LED TroubleshootingUsing Lanview Lanview LEDs on 4G4285-49 Viewing Receive/Transmit Activity on 4G4285-49Lanview LEDs on 4G4205-72 Viewing Receive/Transmit Activity on 4G4205-72Color State Recommended Action Viewing the PoE Port StatusLanview LEDs CPU RX/TX Indications in Standard ModeRX/TX RX/TX LED Indications in PoE Port Status ModeLED Series Configuration Guide for proper Troubleshooting ChecklistProblem Possible Cause Recommended Action Troubleshooting ChecklistOverview of DFE Module Shutdown Procedure OFFLINE/RESET Switch Recommended Shutdown Procedure Using OFFLINE/RESET SwitchLast Resort Shutdown Procedure Using OFFLINE/RESET Switch Specifications Physical DFE Module SpecificationsTable A-1 4G4285-49 Specifications Processors/MemoryTable A-2 4G4205-72 Specifications Table A-4 Compliance Standards Regulatory Compliance Table A-3 COM Port Pin Assignments Signal Name Input/OutputCOM Port Pinout Assignments Regulatory ComplianceRequired Tools Mode Switch Settings and Option InstallationsSetting the Mode Switches Memory Locations and Replacement Procedures Dram Simm Dimm Removing the Safety Cover Gaining Access to Memory ModulesFigure B-3 Removing the Safety Cover Removing the Network Expansion Module NEM Dram Simm Replacement ProcedureFigure B-4 Removing the Network Expansion Module NEM Removing the Dram Simm Installing the Dram SimmRemoving the Dimm Dimm Replacement ProcedureFigure B-7 Removing the Existing Dimm Installing the DimmFigure B-8 Installing the Dimm Installing the Network Expansion Module NEMFigure B-9 Installing the Network Expansion Module Reinstalling the Safety Cover Figure B-10 Installing the Safety Cover Page Overview About PoE Power over EthernetProprietary PD Detection Table C-2 PoE Status LED Indications PoE Port Status PoE Port Status LEDsOverview About PoE Power over Ethernet Numerics IndexConnecting to 3-14Network expansion module

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