Accton Technology 12i, 12mi SNMP I, I The SmartExtender

Fast EtherHub 3500 System User’s Guide

Installing the System 2-7

10BASE-T - EM3551-TX SmartExtender Module

100BASE-TX - EM3551-TX SmartExtender Module

100BASE-T4 - EM3551-T4 SmartExtender Module

100BASE-FX - EM3551-FX-ST SmartExtender Module

EM3551-FX-SC SmartExtender Module

Note: The EM3551-TX automatically adjusts to 10 or 100 Mbps using

auto-sensing. Refer to

SmartExtender Module

in Chapter 1.

IThe SmartExtender Modules are not hot-swappable. Be sure you

power off the hub before installing any of these modules.

Installing a SmartExtender Module - If you need to install an

extender module, take the following steps:

1. Disconnect power to the hub.

Retain the face plate for

possible future use.

I The SmartExtender

Modules and not hot-swappable.

Be sure the hub is powered off

when installing these modules

2. Remove the face plate on the expansion slot (or a previously

installed SmartExtender Module) by removing the two

screws with a Phillips (i.e., cross-head) screwdriver.

3. Before opening the package that contains the extender

module, touch the bag to the hub casing to discharge any

potential static electricity.

4. Remove the module from the anti-static shielded bag.

5. Holding the module level, gently push it all the way into the

expansion slot, ensuring that it firmly engages with the

connector.

6. If you are sure the module is properly mated with the

connector, replace the retainer screws to secure the module

in the expansion slot.

7. Run corresponding media type between the extender module

and the target device.

Avoid running your cables near

equipment that may generate

electromagnetic interference.

Connecting Twisted-pair Cabling - For the 100BASE-TX and

100BASE-T4 modules, prepare Category 5 straight-through

twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 plugs at both ends. When

connecting the module directly to an end-node device (e.g., a

workstation or file server), a bridge or router, run cable from the

MDI-X port on the SmartExtender Module to the target device.

However, when connecting the module to a hub or switch,

Contents

Main Page International Headquarters USA Headquarters Package Contents Package Checklist @ Quick Installation Page Page Page About this Guide Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview 1-1 Chapter 2: Installing the System 2-1 Chapter 3: Setting up Network Connections 3-1 Chapter 4: Configuring the System 4-1 Chapter 5: Hardware Reference 5-1 Appendix A: Troubleshooting A-1 Appendix B: Pin Assignments B-1 Appendix C: Product Specifications C-1 Appendix D: Regulatory Standards D-1 Page List of Figures List of Tables Page Chapter 1: Product Overview Introduction to Fast Ethernet Brief Description of the Fast EtherHub 3500 System Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Data Switching with the SmartExtender Modules Switching Technology Configuration Options for the SmartExtender Modules Switching Methods Page Chapter 2: Installing the System Pre-Installation Requirements Hardware Installation F Stacking Hubs without a Rack Mounting Hubs in a Rack Connecting the Hub System I F Page I I The SmartExtender Page I Page Page Powering on the Hub I Hot Remove I Configuring a Manageable Stack Verifying Port Status Verifying System Operation Page Chapter 3: Special Architecture Used for the Fast EtherHub 3500 Stack Multi-Segment Architecture FlexBus 3500 Management Link Hub ID Setting Using Management Agents Page Port Backup Function Security Features Sample Network Configurations Attaching the Stack to One Segment Attaching the Stack to Multiple Segments F Isolating Specific Hub Connections F 3-8 Setting Up Network Connections Isolating Each Hub F FlexBus 3500 Cable Figure 3-4 Stacked Hubs Not Linked to a Segment Extending the Network with Alternate Connections 3-10 Setting Up Network Connections Linking the Stack to a Management Station Figure 3-6 Linking Stacked Hubs to a Network Management Station Interconnecting the Segments Connecting Remote Stacks Operating in the Novell NetWare IPX Environment Operating in the TCP/IP Environment Connecting to the Network Backbone Chapter 4: Configuring the System Making the Connections Required for System Configuration Direct Connection F Network Connection F Remote Connection Accessing the Configuration Management Program Configuring Your System with the On-board Program Page Using the Fast EtherHub 3500 System Configuration Program System Configuration Program for the Fast EtherHub-12i Configuring the System 4-9 Menu selections are briefly described in the following table. Table 4.1 Configuration Options in Main Menu (12i only) Configuring the SmartExtender Module To configure the SmartExtender Module, press e. The following menu will be displayed. Figure 4-2 Configuration Menu for SmartExtender Module (12i only) Page System Configuration Program for the Fast EtherHub-12mi and Stack Page Configuring the System 4-13 Restarting the Agent Figure 4-4 Screen Messages for System Resart Page Page Page Page Page Configuring the System 4-19 Changing the Segment Configuration Figure 4-10 Segment Configuration Menu 4-20 Configuring the System Table 4.9 Segment Configuration Menu Page 4-22 Configuring the System Hub Configuration Figure 4-12 Hub Configuration Menu Configuring the System 4-23 Table 4.10 Hub Configuration Menu Page Page 4-26 Configuring the System Configuring Repeater Ports Figure 4-15 Port Configuration Menu 1 - Table 4.11 Port Configuration Menu Page 4-28 Configuring the System 1 - Table 4.12 SEM Port Configuration Menu Page Page Configuring the System 4-31 Table 4.14 Port Figure 4-19 Page Page Page Page Page Configuring the System 4-37 Segment Statistics Table 4.19 Figure 4-24 4-38 Configuring the System Displays statistics for any hub in the stack. Select the required hub from the following menu. Figure 4-25 Configuring the System 4-39 Table 4.20 Port Statistics Figure 4-27 Displays statistics for any port in the stack. Select the required port from the following menu. 4-40 Configuring the System Statistics for Repeater Ports Figure 4-28 Configuring the System 4-41 Table 4.21 4-42 Configuring the System Statistics for SmartExtender Module Table 4.22 Statistics for the SmartExtender Module includes the basic Ethernet variables shown below. Figure 4-29 SEM Chapter 5: Hardware Reference Indicator Panel Page F Page Color: Green Label: Function: Indicates connection to a management console. Page Page F F Page Page Network Connections Page Rear Panel Components Power Supply Modules FlexBus 3500 Ports F Appendix A: Troubleshooting Diagnosing Hub Indicators System Diagnostics Power and Cooling Problems Installation Page Page Appendix B: Pin Assignments RJ-45 Port DB9 Serial Port Pin Description Hubs 9-Pin Serial Port to PC's 9-Pin COM Port Hubs 9-Pin Serial Port to PC's 25-Pin DTE Port Hubs 9-Pin Serial Port to Modem's 25-Pin DCE Port Product Specifications C-1 Appendix C: Product Specifications Product Specifications C-2 Product Specifications Appendix D: Regulatory Standards EMI Warning FCC Class A Certification Note: Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI-1) EN55022 Declaration of Conformance CE Mark Declaration of Conformance Safety Compliance Underwriters Laboratories Compliance Statement Sicherheitshinweise Appendix E: Product Support Services Product Registration Problem Report Hardware Repair Service Software Update and Upgrade Service Bulletin Board Service (BBS) Interactive Fast fax (U.S.A. office) Technical Support E-4 Product Support Services Limited Warranty Customer Remedies Product Support Services E-5 Return Process E-6 Product Support Services Accton Offices Ordering Information Glossary Page Page Page Page Index 1 Index A B C D E F H I L N O P Q R S T U