Synchronous Channels, Configure the port for sync | Black Box 5000

9.2 Synchronous Channels

Sync is supported only when directly attached to a Multiserver. Feeder muxes can only support async or voice channels.

Sync channels are not switchable and must be force connected. Refer to Section 10.4, Synchronous Connections.

Unless you have the optional NMS installed, you must leave one port configured for async (to access the Command Facility).

PROTOCOL MENU

Configure the port for sync.

PORT CONFIGURATION [xxx]

2 SYNC

The following protocol menu will appear:

SET CHANNEL PROTOCOL [DLC]:

1.DLC

2.ASCII BISYNC

3.EBCDIC BISYNC

4.H-P SYNC

5.RTS/CTS

6.SYNC-PAD

7.MICOM DLC

8.MICOM VOICE

9.FAST PACKET

10.TDM

CR - ACCEPT ENTRY

M- MAIN MENU

ENTRY:

CHAPTER 9: Data-Channel Configuration

Select a channel protocol from the menu.

Table 9-1explains each option. Pressing M will abort the process.

After you have selected the appropriate protocol, the CONFIGURE LOCAL NODES menu will reappear. You may continue to configure data ports as either sync or async.

Important

Once you have completed your port configurations, you must do a node reset using the current configuration option.

Until the Multiserver has been node-reset, you will not be able to set any sync channel parameters.

If you change sync protocols, be sure to configure both ends of the channel with the same protocol. Do a node reset on both the local and remote Multiserver units. (When changing protocol, the channel cannot be connected.)

SYNC CHANNEL PARAMETERS

To continue with the sync configuration process, select option 3, Sync Channel, from the Configure Local Nodes Menu.

CONFIGURE LOCAL NODES

3 SYNC CHANNEL

The screen will display the following prompt:

ENTER NODE-ID/CHANNEL # (^X TO ABORT):

Enter the node ID/channel number followed by a carriage return to accept the entry.

If you see CONFIGURATION INHIBITED and WRONG CHANNEL TYPE messages, the port you have chosen is not configured as a sync channel. It is likely that a node reset (to current configuration) was not

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Contents

Multiserver Multiserver Trademarks Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started Bench Configuration and Testing Using Modems with the Interconnect Link Link ConfigurationTesting Asynchronous Data Channels Switching Configuration Data-Channel Configuration Administration Diagnostics Appendix a Worksheets LCD/Keypad Appendix C Defaults Appendix B Cabling Diagrams Appendix D Messages Appendix E IndicatorsAppendix F Device Applications Performance Specifications SpecificationsPhysical Specifications Multiserver 5000 Base Unit Sync Channel Characteristics Multiserver Async Channel Characteristics Expansion Modules MS5 Expansion Module Sync/Async Configuration DCE SpeedMS1 Expansion Module-Async Only MX215C Analog Specifications General SpecificationsMS1 Voice/Fax Cards Digital Specifications Signaling Specifications MS RLB Module MS1 56K CSU/DSU Module MS1 V.35 Converter/DCE MS1 NMS ModuleConverter/DCE LAN Introduction Module Feeder Muxes LCN300A Expansion Modules CommPakMS1 Voice/Fax Card MS1 56K CSU/DSU Module MT150C MS1 V.35 Converter/DCE MX226 MS1 NMS Module MX227C11 MS1 Rackmount Kit RM220 Documentation Bold Manual Text Conventions Multiserver Initial Considerations Network Design and Topologies Worksheets for the Network Default Node Numbers and Node IDsNodes and Hubs Syntax for Node Numbers and IDs Local Hub Group Examples of Network Designs Point-to-Point Switching Topology Typical Point-to-Point, Dual Link with Load Balancing Typical String Network Typical Star Application 10. Typical Distributed-Star Application Check Contents Base-Unit Installation Power Up the Unit CommPak Cartridge Installation and RemovalLCD Display Behind it LCD/Keypad Information if you wish to stop Checking the CCM Indicators Channel numbers are assigned to all the ports on CCM Indicator LEDs Module and Channel Nomenclature CCM Board. The front-panel of the unit is to the left Module Stacking Order Module Installation Module-Location Switch Settings Inter-module stacking connectors Inter-Module Stacking Connectors Blank Back Panel Disassembly Procedures Remove 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 Procedures Ports 13. Reinstalling spacers 15. The front and back of the cover Converters Optional Equipment Module Installation Async Terminal Settings Connecting an Ascii TerminalGetting Started Multiserver Base Unit Location Command Facility Main Menu appears Command Facility Press cr. At the Enter Class prompt, enter $CMD There is no default password. Just press crDisconnect message is displayed Key Reset Defaults Begin by pressing cr Name the Local Node Switch S1 on the NMS Module Installing and Configuring the Link Quick Setup Switching Control Switching Controls Force Connect ALL Overview Bench Configuration and Testing Bench Configuration and Testing Using CSU/DSUs with the Interconnect Link Bench Configuration and Testing Sync Data Channel Bench Configuration for a Sync Data Channel Async terminal Port A6 Asynchronous Terminal Settings Testing Asynchronous Data Channels Local Multiserver THICKNET, 10BASE-T, and Fiber Testing the RLB Module Force Connect Voice/Fax Channels Types of Links Link ConfigurationAvoid Node Duplication Assign a Port for Each Link Multiserver 5000 CCM Default Port Configurations Port Configuration Interconnect Link Screen will display the following prompt Enter the node ID. Press cr Next, select option 3 from the remote Command Facility menu Mux Link Enter NODE-ID # ### X.21 Link Select option 5 on the Port Configuration Menu X.21 Link Parameters Option Default Description Same number as before See -2, X.21 Link Link Configuration Description Review Link Configuration An example might be NEWYORK/A4 Data-Channel Configuration Synchronous Channels Configure the port for syncFollowing protocol menu will appear Option Description Sync Protocol Options DLC Sync Channel Characteristics Used for Each Sync Protocol Option Protocol Default Description Sync Channel Characteristics DLC To DTE DLC None Data-Channel Configuration Synchronous Clocking Configuration Description of Use DTE DCE Asynchronous Channels Async Channel Channel Characteristics Asynchronous Channel Characteristics DC1 10. Multiserver Bit Conversion Autobaud Rates Async Channel Channel Features Asynchronous-Channel Switching Parameters, EIA 11. Asynchronous Channel Features 100 12. Asynchronous Channel Extended Features Copy Channel Parameters Review Data-Channel Configuration 104 Connecting Data Channels Cables Data-Channel Configuration Switching Control Switching ConfigurationSwitching Control 107 108 All Prompt From the Command Facility Main Menu, select Disconnecting ranges, see .3, Force Connecting a Range Force-Connecting a Range Ports Synchronous Connections Classes, for class Asynchronous ConnectionsInformation 113 Matching Capability for Asynchronous Channels Menu options is discussed in Table Asychronous-Channel Switching Parameters Asynchronous Channels, and -11, Asynchronous Channel Switching Parameters 117 Local and Remote Hub Groups Classes 119 Enter the primary class name selected. Press cr User is connected to the class Class Configuration 122 123 Connect Protocol Details Initiated by device Device initiates Disconnect Sequence Call Completion Receiving port Port Contention/Queueing Configure the port for DTR and assign it to the class 10.11 X.21 Switching Considerations 128 Async Channel Reset Administration Each type of reset is described in Table Menu-flow diagram for LCD/Keypad resets Reset 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 Mode Administration Configuring the Command Facility Command 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 Description 143 Three menu options are detailed in -6, which is on the next Network Security Password Menu Status/Statistics Status/Statistics 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 Channel Administration Link AdministrationLink Configuration , for Option Description Queue. See Section Switching AdministrationClasses, for more information 156 Self-Test DiagnosticsTerminate Test There are four test options available 158 When this option is selected, the following menu appears System Diagnostics in the Command Facility 160 Enter the channel to be tested. Press cr Sync Channel Loopback Terminal 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 appear Integral CSU/DSU Testing the Network 164 General LCD/Keypad Information LCD/Keypad 166 Menu Tree Multiserver LCD/Keyboard Menu Flow Chart LCD Banner Display Banner Message Display Reset AdministrationReview System Message Log Menu Functions This menu offers the following options 170 Press the EXEcute key again and the Multiserver will reset Diagnostics Input Level Monitors the level of the incoming This menu offers the following test options 173 Prom # Configuration Appendix 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 Diagram System Administration Appendix C DefaultsMultiserver and Feeder Mux Default Node Numbers and IDs Port Configuration Dialog Messages Command Facility Parameters Channel Characteristics Asynchronous Channel ConfigurationChannel Features Extended Features DLC Ascii Bisync and Ebcdic Bisync Sync-Pad Synchronous Channel Configuration Micom Voice Sync Fast Packet KTS Interface Voice/Fax ModuleInterface OPX Interface Voice/Fax Node Parameters Voice/Fax Switching Parameters NMS Module Command PortLog Printer Port Screen Display Messages Appendix D Messages Screen 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 Indicators Table E-2. CCM Indicator LEDs 241 LED 243 244 Tandem Appendix F Device Applications Type of Terminal Table F-1. Spool Mode Figure G-1. Clip nut assembly for rack Appendix G Rackmount Installation 248 Appendix H Additional Infomation Upgrade Information 250 Appendix H Additional Information Glossary Glossary 254 Configuration switch group See switch group 255 EBCDIC, Extended Binary Coded Decimal 256 FDX See full-duplex ISU, integrated service unit An integral interface 258 259 PTT, Post, Telephone, and Telegraph 260 Single frequency See tone-signalling Slow busy signal SF, single frequency See tone signaling 262 263 Multiserver LCD/Keyboard Menu Flow Chart Menu Flow Diagram Park Drive Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 724-746-5500 Fax