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IRM3 User’s Guide Page 1-1 CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTION Welcome to the Cabletron Systems Intelligent Repeater Module (IRM3) User’s Guide . This manual serv

Chapter 1: Introduction Page 1-2 IRM3 User’s Guide Chapter 4, Local Management , describes Local Management (LM) and control capabilities for the I

The Intelligent Repeater Module (IRM3)IRM3 User’s Guide Page 1-3 . Figure 1-1 Intelligent Repeater Module (IRM3)AU ITXRXON LNKETHERNETIRM3SNPWRONPWR

Chapter 1: Introduction Page 1-4 IRM3 User’s Guide 1.3 IRM3 FRONT PANEL The IRM3 incorporates two ports that connect to external network segments:•

Repeater FunctionalityIRM3 User’s Guide Page 1-5 The LANVIEW LEDs on the IRM3 indicate the following conditions:• The IRM3 is receiving power• An err

Chapter 1: Introduction Page 1-6 IRM3 User’s Guide data packets and regenerates the preamble of each data packet that enters the MMAC.In addition, I

Getting HelpIRM3 User’s Guide Page 1-7 To help you see how your network is being used, and to help you plan for future network use, the IRM3 also pro

Chapter 1: Introduction Page 1-8 IRM3 User’s Guide Before calling Cabletron Systems Technical Support, be prepared to provide the following informat

Related ManualsIRM3 User’s Guide Page 1-9 1.8 RELATED MANUALS The manuals listed below should be used to supplement the procedures and other technica

IRM3 QUICK REFERENCE CARD IRM3 User’s Guide Part of 9030494 -01 LED INDICATORS LED Description PWR IRM3 is receiving power from MMAC.BOK LED lit-Boa

IRM3 User’s Guide Page 2-1 CHAPTER 2NETWORK PLANNING AND CONFIGURATION This chapter addresses some of the configuration issues that you should conside

Chapter 2: Network Planning and ConfigurationPage 2-2 IRM3 User’s GuideWhen connecting a network segment to the IRM3 through a transceiver and an AUI c

The IRM3 in the Multi Media Access CenterIRM3 User’s Guide Page 2-3• Budget and Propagation Delay - When determining the maximum fiber optic cable leng

Chapter 2: Network Planning and ConfigurationPage 2-4 IRM3 User’s Guide2.2.1 Media Interface ModulesThe following is a description of the types of Cabl

Sample Network ConfigurationIRM3 User’s Guide Page 2-5TRMIM Token Ring ModulesCabletron Systems TRMIM Token Ring modules are available with 12 or 24 po

IRM3 User’s Guide Page 3-1CHAPTER 3INSTALLING THE IRM3This chapter provides the instructions needed to install and verify the proper operation of the

Chapter 3: Installing the IRM3Page 3-2 IRM3 User’s Guide3.2 SETTING THE IRM3 JUMPERSThere are eight jumpers on the IRM3 as shown in Figure 3-1. Four o

Setting the IRM3 JumpersIRM3 User’s Guide Page 3-3Figure 3-1 IRM3 Jumper Locations3.2.2 Setting the CTS External/Internal Jumper (H6, H8)The IRM3 UPS

Chapter 3: Installing the IRM3Page 3-4 IRM3 User’s GuideSet the CTS External/Internal Jumper as follows:• If RTS or DTR is generated by your device to

Installing the IRM3 into an MMAC ChassisIRM3 User’s Guide Page 3-5Figure 3-2 IRM3 Installation3. Secure the module to the MMAC by turning the knurled

IRM3 QUICK REFERENCE CARD Part of 9030494-01 IRM3 User’s Guide JUMPER SETTINGS Jumper Function Setting Default H1 Enables/Disables Ba

Chapter 3: Installing the IRM3Page 3-6 IRM3 User’s GuideFigure 3-3 LANVIEW LEDsNOTESWhen the IRM3 is first powered up, the AUI port acts as the repeate

Pre-installation TestIRM3 User’s Guide Page 3-73.4 PRE-INSTALLATION TESTBefore installing the IRM3 in a live network, test the module in a controlled

Chapter 3: Installing the IRM3Page 3-8 IRM3 User’s GuideFigure 3-4 Pre-installation Test3.5 CONNECTING THE IRM3 TO THE NETWORKThis section provides pr

Connecting the IRM3 to the NetworkIRM3 User’s Guide Page 3-93.5.1 Connecting to the Network Through the AUI PortConnect to the network through the AUI

Chapter 3: Installing the IRM3Page 3-10 IRM3 User’s Guide3.5.2 Connecting to the Network Through the Fiber Optic PortWhen connecting a fiber optic link

Connecting the IRM3 to the NetworkIRM3 User’s Guide Page 3-114. At the other end of the fiber optic cable, attach the fiber labeled 1 to the transmit

Chapter 3: Installing the IRM3Page 3-12 IRM3 User’s Guide3.6 INSTALLATION CHECKOUTAfter the IRM3 is connected to the network, verify that packets can

Connecting to the UPS Through the Console PortIRM3 User’s Guide Page 3-13Figure 3-7 Installation Checkout3.7 CONNECTING TO THE UPS THROUGH THE CONSOLE

IRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-1CHAPTER 4LOCAL MANAGEMENTThe Cabletron Systems IRM3/LM provides unique management and control capabilities for the IRM3. Wit

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-2 IRM3 User’s GuideFigure 4-1 shows the IRM3/LM screen flow.Figure 4-1 IRM3 Local Management Screen FlowEnter Passwor

IRM3 User’s Guide i NOTICE Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document wit

Accessing Local Management Using a TerminalIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-34.1 ACCESSING LOCAL MANAGEMENT USING A TERMINALThis section describes how to acce

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-4 IRM3 User’s Guide4.1.2 Terminal Attachment Cable ConfigurationLocal Management is accessed by an RS232 cable availa

Accessing Local Management Using a TerminalIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-54.1.3 Connecting the Terminal and Accessing Local Management This procedure assum

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-6 IRM3 User’s Guide5. Press RETURN. The IRM3 SNMP Local Management introductory screen, shown in Figure 4-2, appears

Accessing Local Management Using a ModemIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-74.2 ACCESSING LOCAL MANAGEMENT USING A MODEMLocal Management for the IRM3 is accesse

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-8 IRM3 User’s Guide4.2.3 Connecting the Modem and Accessing ManagementTo access Local Management, proceed as follows

The Password ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-94.3 THE PASSWORD SCREENWhen either the terminal or modem are properly connected to the IRM3, the Password

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-10 IRM3 User’s Guide2. Press RETURN. The IRM3 SNMP Local Management introductory screen, shown in Figure 4-2, appear

The Device/Board/Port Counters ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-11The errors are further broken down into the following categories:• Out of Window Colli

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-12 IRM3 User’s Guide4.4.2 Device/Board/Port/Counters Screen FieldsThis section briefly describes the Device/Board/Por

Noticeii IRM3 User’s Guide FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) t

The Device/Board/Port Counters ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-13Frame Alignment ErrorsDisplays the number of errors due to misaligned packets.CRC Erro

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-14 IRM3 User’s Guide4.4.4 Using the Enable Board/Disable Board OptionsThe Enable and Disable Board options allow you

Community Names ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-15COMMUNITY NAMESSelect this option to designate community names for the devices attached to your IRM3.

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-16 IRM3 User’s Guide4.5.1 Accessing the Community Names ScreenTo access the Community Names screen:1. Using the arro

Community Names ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-17AccessIndicates the access status of the workstations. The possible conditions are as follows:• RO (R

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-18 IRM3 User’s Guide4. Press RETURN until the appropriate selection appears. The Access field is a toggle field that

The Setup ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-194.6.1 Accessing the Setup ScreenTo access the IRM3 Setup option:1. Using the right arrow key, highlight the

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-20 IRM3 User’s GuideEthernet AddressDisplays the Ethernet address of the IRM3 in a hexadecimal format (XX-XX-XX-XX-X

The Setup ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-214.6.4 Setting the Set Current Date OptionTo use the Set Current Date option, perform the following steps:1.

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-22 IRM3 User’s Guide3. Using the arrow keys, highlight the SAVE SETUP option at the bottom of the Setup screen.4. Pr

NoticeIRM3 User’s Guide iii CABLETRON SYSTEMS, INC. PROGRAM LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT: Before utilizing this product, carefully read this License

Port Association ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-23Figure 4-7 Port Association Screen4.7.2 Port Association Screen FieldsThe following briefly explains

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-24 IRM3 User’s GuideAUI Port, FIBER PortDisplays the port association configuration the IRM3 is currently using. The

The Token Ring Board Status ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-254.8.1 Accessing the Token Ring Board Status ScreenAccess the IRM3 Token Ring Board Status

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-26 IRM3 User’s Guide4.8.2 Token Ring Board Status Screen FieldsThe following explains each field on the Token Ring Bo

The Token Ring Board Status ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-27• INS (Inserted)Indicates that the station port is enabled and the attached station is op

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-28 IRM3 User’s GuideRing Port StatusThe Ring Port Status fields display only when you have a Token Ring concentrator

The Token Ring Board Status ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-29• RIGHT... ATTACHEDIndicates the board is attached to the right FNB multiplexer. This

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-30 IRM3 User’s GuideChanging Station Port StatusFor Token Ring boards equipped with station ports, use the following

The Token Ring Board Status ScreenIRM3 User’s Guide Page 4-31Changing Ring Port StatusThe Ring Port Status option displays only when a Token Ring boar

Chapter 4: Local ManagementPage 4-32 IRM3 User’s Guide5. Refer to the previous section for a description of the FNB status conditions.6. Use the arrow

Noticeiv IRM3 User’s Guide UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS The enclosed product (a) was developed solely at private expense; (b) contains

IRM3 User’s Guide Page 5-1CHAPTER 5TROUBLESHOOTINGThis chapter includes information that will enable you to troubleshoot your IRM3 if a problem should

Chapter 5: TroubleshootingPage 5-2 IRM3 User’s GuideTable 5-1 LANVIEW Troubleshooting LED COLOR DESCRIPTIONERROR CONDITION/RECOMMENDED ACTIONPWR (Powe

Using LANVIEWIRM3 User’s Guide Page 5-3CLN (Collision Present)Red When flashing, a collision is being detected on one or more segments connected to the

Chapter 5: TroubleshootingPage 5-4 IRM3 User’s Guide5.2 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLISTIf your IRM3 is not operating properly, the following checklist descr

Using the Reset SwitchIRM3 User’s Guide Page 5-55.3 USING THE RESET SWITCHThe IRM3 incorporates a recessed Reset switch, located above the LEDs. See F

IRM3 User’s Guide Page A-1APPENDIX ASPECIFICATIONSThe operating specifications for Cabletron Systems IRM3 are included in this Appendix. Cabletron Syst

Appendix A: SpecificationsPage A-2 IRM3 User’s GuideA.2 AUI PORTType: 15 position D type receptacleConnector Shell: Protective GroundA.3 FIBER OPTIC I

Console PortIRM3 User’s Guide Page A-3A.4 CONSOLE PORTType: Standard 9-pin RS232 PortA.5 MICROPROCESSORS AND MEMORYMICROPROCESSORSProcessor Type: Int

Appendix A: SpecificationsPage A-4 IRM3 User’s GuideA.7 AGENCY APPROVALSSAFETYDesigned in accordance with UL1950, CSA C22.2, N0. 950, EN60950, and IEC9

IRM3 User’s Guide Index-1INDEXAAttenuation 2-2AUI Port 4-24AUI Port Requirements 2-1AUTO 4-27BBattery Enable/Disable 3-2Board Mode 4-27, 4-30Board Set

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IndexIndex-2 IRM3 User’s GuideMMAC 2-3Modemconfigurations 4-7connecting 4-8MT8-MIM 2-4NNetworkconfigurations 2-5connecting to 3-8management capabiliti

Contentsvi IRM3 User’s Guide CHAPTER 4 LOCAL MANAGEMENT 4.1 Accessing Local Management Using a Terminal.......4-34.1.1 Configuring