Nortel Networks 5000BH manual Installing and Connecting the TokenSpeed Module

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Chapter 3 Installing and Connecting the TokenSpeed Module

This chapter explains how to install and connect a TokenSpeed module and includes the following information and procedures:

•Preparing for installation (see this page)

•Installing the TokenSpeed module (see page 3-2)

•Connecting cables to TokenSpeed module ports (see page 3-5)

•Verifying the installation (see page 3-7)

•Conﬁguring the TokenSpeed module (see page 3-9)

•Removing and replacing a module (see page 3-11)

Preparing for Installation

Before you install the TokenSpeed module, make sure that the Centillion switch chassis is assembled and ready to accept modules. For more information, refer to the installation instructions that were shipped with your switch chassis.

You need the following tools and materials to install the module:

•Medium ﬂat-tip screwdriver for the captive retaining screws

•Grounded antistatic mat and wrist strap

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Contents Using the 8-port TokenSpeed TokenSpeed/MCP Switch Modules Statement of Conditions TrademarksIii Voluntary Control Council for Interference Vcci Statement893-01019-A 893-01019-A 893-01019-A Contents Chapter Installing and Connecting the TokenSpeed Module Figures Figure B -11. RI-other to RO connection RJ-45 to DB-9 Tables Xii Audience PrefacePurpose Special Message Formats Two-tiered Procedure FormatConventions Ordering Bay Networks Publications Related PublicationsRelated publications Title DescriptionTechnical Solutions Center Telephone number Fax number How to Get HelpBay Networks Customer Support Region Telephone number Fax numberFor More Information 893-01019-A About the TokenSpeed Module Chapter Overview of the TokenSpeed ModuleTokenSpeed Module Ports and Connectivity FeaturesFiltering Fault ToleranceCaching and Proxy Network ManagementPhysical Description Hardware features of the TokenSpeed moduleGiving a Server a Dedicated Port Chapter TokenSpeed Module ApplicationsGiving a server a dedicated port Segmenting a RingConnecting a ring segment through an RI/RO port ring segment Connecting a Segment Through the RI or RO PortConnecting ring segments through lobe ports Connecting a Segment Using a Lobe PortConcentrating Rings into a Router Replacing a Source Route Bridge or RouterConcentrating multiple rings into a router Preparing for Installation Installing and Connecting the TokenSpeed ModuleInstalling the TokenSpeed Module Removing a ﬁller panel Slot module guides Seating the module Connecting Cables to TokenSpeed PortsNetwork device port TokenSpeed port type Token Ring ConnectionsPort types for the TokenSpeed module Management Connection Verifying the InstallationLED name Meaning LED Switch Startup SequenceTokenSpeed Module LEDs Conﬁguring the TokenSpeed Module Factory default conﬁguration settingsParameter Factory default Possible settings FFE Removing and Replacing a Module Loosening the TokenSpeed module Replacing a TokenSpeed/MCP ModuleSlide the module out of the chassis see Figure 11. Loosening the TokenSpeed module Replacing a TokenSpeed Module12. Removing the module from the Centillion chassis Page Troubleshooting the TokenSpeed Module Switch Startup Failure with TokenSpeed/MCP TokenSpeed Module Startup Failure Verify that the cabling is correct Port Insertion ProblemsTroubleshooting the TokenSpeed Module Page Appendix a Technical Speciﬁcations Connectors Safety Agency ApprovalsEnvironmental Speciﬁcations Electromagnetic EmissionsAppendix B Cables Table B-1 Port types for the TokenSpeed module Port TypesCable Types Table B-2 Cable distances Token Ring Connectors on the TokenSpeed ModuleCable type Mb/s 16 Mb/s UTP cable type STP cable typeFigure B-2. Connectors for token ring network cables Cable and Connector Pin AssignmentsFigure B-3. Hub to station connection RJ-45 to RJ-45 RJ-45 to RJ-45 ConnectionFigure B-4. Station to hub connection RJ-45 to RJ-45 Figure B-6. RI-other to RO connection RJ-45 to RJ-45 Figure B-8. Hub to station connection RJ-45 to DB-9 RJ-45 to DB-9 ConnectionFigure B-9. Station to hub connection RJ-45 to DB-9 Figure B-11. RI-other to RO connection RJ-45 to DB-9 Figure B-13. Station to hub connection RJ-45 to IBM Type RJ-45 to IBM Type 1 ConnectionFigure B-14. Bay/SNPX RO to RI connection RJ-45 to IBM Type Serial MCP Connections Male Mini DIN Signal Male DB-25 Pin locations Pin numbersMale Mini DIN 8 to male DB-25 cable Table B-3Table B-4 Female DB-25 to female DB-9 adapter Request to send Clear to send Ring indicatorTypes, B-2 caching, RIF IndexIndex-2 Index-3