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Black Box 5000 manual Switching Control Switching Controls Force Connect ALL

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THE FORCE-CONNECTION

The force-connection is accessed through the Command Facility. Press <cr>.

ENTER CLASS: $CMD

ENTER CLASS PASSWORD: <cr>

COMMAND FACILITY MAIN MENU [node id]

5 SWITCHING CONTROL

SWITCHING CONTROLS

5 FORCE CONNECT ALL

CHAPTER 6: Getting Started

After all channels have been force-connected, you can connect terminals to the ports and pass data between them.

Individual channels can be reconfigured as the need arises.

For more information on force connections, see Chapter 10.0, Switching Configuration and, in particular, Section 10.2, Point-to-Point Dedicated (Force Connect All).

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Black Box 5000 manual Switching Control Switching Controls Force Connect ALL

Contents

Multiserver Multiserver Trademarks Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started Bench Configuration and TestingUsing Modems with the Interconnect Link Link ConfigurationTesting Asynchronous Data Channels Switching Configuration Data-Channel ConfigurationAdministration Diagnostics Appendix a Worksheets LCD/KeypadAppendix C Defaults Appendix B Cabling DiagramsAppendix D Messages Appendix E IndicatorsAppendix F Device Applications Performance Specifications SpecificationsPhysical Specifications Multiserver 5000 Base UnitSync Channel Characteristics Multiserver Async Channel CharacteristicsExpansion Modules MS5 Expansion Module Sync/Async Configuration DCE SpeedMS1 Expansion Module-Async Only MX215CAnalog Specifications General SpecificationsMS1 Voice/Fax Cards Digital Specifications Signaling SpecificationsMS RLB Module MS1 56K CSU/DSU ModuleMS1 V.35 Converter/DCE MS1 NMS ModuleConverter/DCE LAN IntroductionModule Feeder MuxesLCN300A Expansion Modules CommPakMS1 Voice/Fax Card MS1 56K CSU/DSU Module MT150CMS1 V.35 Converter/DCE MX226 MS1 NMS Module MX227C11 MS1 Rackmount Kit RM220 DocumentationBold Manual Text ConventionsMultiserver Initial Considerations Network Design and TopologiesWorksheets for the Network Default Node Numbers and Node IDsNodes and Hubs Syntax for Node Numbers and IDsLocal Hub Group Examples of Network Designs Point-to-Point Switching TopologyTypical Point-to-Point, Dual Link with Load Balancing Typical String Network Typical Star Application 10. Typical Distributed-Star Application Check Contents Base-Unit InstallationPower Up the Unit CommPak Cartridge Installation and RemovalLCD Display Behind itLCD/Keypad Information if you wish to stop Checking the CCM IndicatorsChannel numbers are assigned to all the ports on CCM Indicator LEDsModule and Channel Nomenclature CCM Board. The front-panel of the unit is to the left Module Stacking Order Module InstallationModule-Location Switch Settings Inter-module stacking connectors Inter-Module Stacking ConnectorsBlank Back Panel Disassembly ProceduresRemove the cover after taking out four fastening screws Remove any blank panels CEM, VOICE/FAX CARD, or CSU/DSU Module 11. Installing the CCM Installation ProceduresPorts 13. Reinstalling spacers 15. The front and back of the cover Converters Optional Equipment Module InstallationAsync Terminal Settings Connecting an Ascii TerminalGetting Started Multiserver Base Unit LocationCommand Facility Main Menu appears Command FacilityPress cr. At the Enter Class prompt, enter $CMD There is no default password. Just press crDisconnect message is displayed Key Reset DefaultsBegin by pressing cr Name the Local NodeSwitch S1 on the NMS Module Installing and Configuring the Link Quick SetupSwitching Control Switching Controls Force Connect ALL Overview Bench Configuration and TestingBench Configuration and Testing Using CSU/DSUs with the Interconnect Link Bench Configuration and Testing Sync Data Channel Bench Configuration for a Sync Data ChannelAsync terminal Port A6 Asynchronous Terminal Settings Testing Asynchronous Data ChannelsLocal Multiserver THICKNET, 10BASE-T, and Fiber Testing the RLB ModuleForce Connect Voice/Fax ChannelsTypes of Links Link ConfigurationAvoid Node Duplication Assign a Port for Each LinkMultiserver 5000 CCM Default Port Configurations Port ConfigurationInterconnect Link Screen will display the following prompt Enter the node ID. Press cr Next, select option 3 from the remote Command Facility menuMux Link Enter NODE-ID # ### X.21 Link Select option 5 on the Port Configuration MenuX.21 Link Parameters Option Default DescriptionSame number as before See -2, X.21 Link Link Configuration DescriptionReview Link Configuration An example might be NEWYORK/A4 Data-Channel ConfigurationSynchronous Channels Configure the port for syncFollowing protocol menu will appear Option Description Sync Protocol OptionsDLC Sync Channel Characteristics Used for Each Sync ProtocolOption Protocol Default Description Sync Channel CharacteristicsDLC To DTE DLC None Data-Channel Configuration Synchronous Clocking Configuration Description of UseDTE DCE Asynchronous Channels Async Channel Channel Characteristics Asynchronous Channel Characteristics DC1 10. Multiserver Bit Conversion Autobaud RatesAsync Channel Channel Features Asynchronous-Channel Switching Parameters, EIA 11. Asynchronous Channel Features100 12. Asynchronous Channel Extended Features Copy Channel Parameters Review Data-Channel Configuration 104 Connecting Data Channels Cables Data-Channel ConfigurationSwitching Control Switching ConfigurationSwitching Control 107 108 All Prompt From the Command Facility Main Menu, selectDisconnecting ranges, see .3, Force Connecting a Range Force-Connecting a RangePorts Synchronous ConnectionsClasses, for class Asynchronous ConnectionsInformation 113 Matching Capability for Asynchronous Channels Menu options is discussed in Table Asychronous-Channel Switching ParametersAsynchronous Channels, and -11, Asynchronous Channel Switching Parameters117 Local and Remote Hub Groups Classes119 Enter the primary class name selected. Press cr User is connected to the classClass Configuration 122 123 Connect Protocol Details Initiated by device Device initiates Disconnect SequenceCall Completion Receiving port Port Contention/QueueingConfigure the port for DTR and assign it to the class 10.11 X.21 Switching Considerations128 Async Channel Reset AdministrationEach type of reset is described in Table Menu-flow diagram for LCD/Keypad resetsReset Options Command Mode menu will appear Command ModeOptions of this menu are detailed in -2on the following Selection of loopback tests. See .3, Async Channel Loopback Command ModeAdministration Configuring the Command FacilityCommand Facility Configuration 137 138 139 Enter the node ID and channel number or range of channels MessagesIf the port or range selected is all async, the system Special Message Characters Dialog Messages Max Option Default Char Description143 Three menu options are detailed in -6, which is on the next Network SecurityPassword Menu Status/Statistics Status/Statistics147 148 149 150 151 152 153 Channel Administration Link AdministrationLink Configuration , for Option DescriptionQueue. See Section Switching AdministrationClasses, for more information 156 Self-Test DiagnosticsTerminate Test There are four test options available158 When this option is selected, the following menu appears System Diagnostics in the Command Facility160 Enter the channel to be tested. Press cr Sync Channel LoopbackTerminal will be returned to the Command Facility After the test is initiated, the Command FacilityThis test causes all of the LED indicator lights to Following menu will appearIntegral CSU/DSU Testing the Network164 General LCD/Keypad Information LCD/Keypad166 Menu Tree Multiserver LCD/Keyboard Menu Flow ChartLCD Banner Display Banner Message DisplayReset AdministrationReview System Message Log Menu FunctionsThis menu offers the following options 170Press the EXEcute key again and the Multiserver will reset DiagnosticsInput Level Monitors the level of the incoming This menu offers the following test options173 Prom # ConfigurationAppendix a Worksheets Worksheet for Planning Node Numbers and Node IDs Remote Synchronous Protocol and Channel Worksheet 179 Asynchronous Channel Characteristics Worksheet OFF Asynchronous Channel Features Worksheet 183 Asynchronous Channel Extended Features Worksheet Record of Asynchronous Classes Switching Parameters Worksheet Command Facility Parameters Worksheet Display Messages Worksheet Voice/Fax Parameters Worksheet Record of Passwords Appendix B Cabling Diagrams Cabling for the CCM and 6-Channel CEMs 193 194 195 196 197 Cabling for the 12-Channel CEM 199 200 201 Cabling for the 12-Channel CEM with Line Drivers 203 Cabling for the MS1 56K CSU/DSU Module Cabling for the NMS Module Cabling for Converters 207 208 209 Cabling for Use with Tandem Figure B-13. Tandem Cable DiagramSystem Administration Appendix C DefaultsMultiserver and Feeder Mux Default Node Numbers and IDs Port ConfigurationDialog Messages Command Facility ParametersChannel Characteristics Asynchronous Channel ConfigurationChannel Features Extended FeaturesDLC Ascii Bisync and Ebcdic BisyncSync-Pad Synchronous Channel ConfigurationMicom Voice SyncFast Packet KTS Interface Voice/Fax ModuleInterface OPX InterfaceVoice/Fax Node Parameters Voice/Fax Switching ParametersNMS Module Command PortLog Printer Port Screen Display Messages Appendix D MessagesScreen Display Messages Message 224 Screen Display Messages 226 227 228 229 230 231 232 Message Message Type Explanation LCD Messages Class name or Matrix if matrix switching is usedNode ID n/channel number c LCD Messages 236 LCD Messages 238 Definition Off Flashing Appendix E IndicatorsTable E-2. CCM Indicator LEDs 241 LED 243 244 Tandem Appendix F Device ApplicationsType of Terminal Table F-1. Spool ModeFigure G-1. Clip nut assembly for rack Appendix G Rackmount Installation248 Appendix H Additional Infomation Upgrade Information250 Appendix H Additional Information Glossary Glossary 254 Configuration switch group See switch group255 EBCDIC, Extended Binary Coded Decimal 256FDX See full-duplex ISU, integrated service unit An integral interface258 259 PTT, Post, Telephone, and Telegraph 260Single frequency See tone-signalling Slow busy signal SF, single frequency See tone signaling262 263 Multiserver LCD/Keyboard Menu Flow Chart Menu Flow Diagram Park Drive Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 724-746-5500 Fax