Installing the Hardware

To attach the segment cables to your Dual Serial or Quad Serial – C/CE expansion module:

1.Obtain one of the for Enterasys connector cables described in Table 19 on page 38 and connect the single LFH-60 high density connector to the XP WAN interface you wish to use.

2.Plug the remote end of the connector for each port you wish to use into its respective CSU/DSU data port.

Dual HSSI Line Card

The Dual HSSI line card uses a 50-pin High Speed Serial Interface (HSSI) connector to link to a Channel Service Unit/Data Service Unit (CSU/DSU). Enterasys offers a 3 meter (10 foot) 50-pin HSSI connector cable (part number SYS-HSSI-CAB) to connect Dual HSSI line cards to remote CSU/DSU modules.

The following table maps the pin assignments for Enterasys’s 50-pin HSSI connector for the Dual HSSI line card.

Pin

Signal

Pin

Signal

Pin

Signal

Pin

Signal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

GND

14

(reserved)

26

GND

39

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

RT+

15

(reserved)

27

RT-

40

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

CA+

16

(reserved)

28

CA-

41

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

RD+

17

(reserved)

29

RD-

42

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

LC+

18

(reserved)

30

LC-

43

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

ST+

19

GND

31

ST-

44

GND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

GND

20

(reserved)

32

GND

45

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

TA+

24

(reserved)

33

TA-

46

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

TT+

22

(reserved)

34

TT-

47

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

LA+

23

(reserved)

35

LA-

48

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

SD+

24

(reserved)

36

SD-

49

(reserved)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12

LB+

25

GND

37

LB-

50

GND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

GND

 

 

38

GND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: Because neither connector at the ends of the SYS-HSSI-CABcable is keyed, you can simply plug either end of the cable into either your Dual HSSI line card or the remote HSSI CSU/DSU data port.

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2000 specifications

Enterasys Networks, a key player in the networking space in 2000, was renowned for its innovative solutions that combined high-performance networking with robust security features. Founded with the vision of providing enterprise-level networking infrastructure, Enterasys positioned itself to cater to the growing demands of business networks during the dot-com boom.

One of the main features of Enterasys Networks was its focus on delivering secure, scalable networking solutions that could seamlessly integrate with existing enterprise systems. The company developed a range of products including switches, routers, and wireless solutions that were designed to optimize performance while ensuring security at every layer. Their core offerings provided businesses with the reliability required to handle increasing volumes of data traffic.

A standout technology of Enterasys was its identity and access management solutions. These technologies allowed organizations to control who could access network resources and under what conditions. This was particularly crucial in a time when cyber threats were on the rise, and businesses were becoming more aware of the need for strict network security protocols. The features included role-based access control and authentication measures, which were fundamental in safeguarding sensitive information.

Enterasys also introduced intelligent networking features, which enabled dynamic traffic management and prioritization. This technology helped organizations optimize their network performance by automatically adjusting to changing workload demands. Such capabilities were essential for businesses relying on bandwidth-intensive applications and services.

The company also embraced the rising trend of wireless networking, providing solutions that combined wired and wireless technologies for a unified experience. Enterasys Wireless LAN solutions were groundbreaking at the time, offering seamless connectivity and security to mobile devices, thereby enhancing productivity and flexibility within enterprise environments.

In addition to hardware, Enterasys developed network management software that simplified the administration of complex networks. This software enabled IT professionals to monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement security policies efficiently.

Overall, Enterasys Networks in 2000 was characterized by its commitment to delivering secure, intelligent networking solutions that catered to the needs of modern enterprises. With its innovative technologies and features, Enterasys played a significant role in shaping the networking landscape, laying the groundwork for future advancements in network security and management.