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Connecting Fast Ethernet-PRI Network Modules

Connecting Fast Ethernet-PRI Network Modules

This chapter describes how to connect Fast Ethernet-Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) Primary Rate Interface (PRI) network modules for Cisco 3600 series routers. These network modules provide ports for connection both to a 10- or 100-Mbps Ethernet LAN and to an ISDN PRI LAN. It contains the following sections:


Note Unless specifically identified, references to Fast Ethernet-PRI network modules in this chapter include all these network modules.


Note Fast Ethernet-PRI network modules are supported in Cisco 3600 series routers only.

1-Port Fast Ethernet and 1-Port or 2-Port Channelized T1/ISDN PRI Network Modules

This section provides information about the following network modules:


Figure 5-1: 1-Port Fast Ethernet 1-Port Channelized T1 Network Module



Figure 5-2:
1-Port Fast Ethernet 2-Port Channelized T1 Network Module


Connecting Fast Ethernet Channelized T1 Modules

Fast Ethernet Port

Use a straight-through two-pair Category 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable to connect the RJ-45 port on the Fast Ethernet-PRI network module to a switch, hub, repeater, server, or other network device. These ports are color-coded yellow. Figure 5-3 shows the RJ-45 port connected to a hub.


Note RJ-45 cables are not available from Cisco Systems. These cables are widely available and must be Category 5 cables.


Figure 5-3: Connecting a Fast Ethernet RJ-45 Port to a Hub


PRI Ports

This section describes how to connect channelized T1 and channelized E1 ISDN PRI ports to the network. These ports are color-coded tan.

Use a DB-15-to-DB-15 T1 serial cable to connect a CT1/PRI port to a T1 channel service unit (CSU). (See Figure 5-4.)


Figure 5-4: Connecting a CT1/PRI Port to a T1 CSU


1-Port Fast Ethernet and 1-Port or 2-Port Channelized T1/ISDN PRI with CSU Network Modules

This section provides information about the following network modules:


Figure 5-5: 1-Port Fast Ethernet 1-Port Channelized T1 with CSU Network Module



Figure 5-6:
1-Port Fast Ethernet 2-Port Channelized T1 with CSU Network Module


Connecting Fast Ethernet Channelized T1 with CSU Modules

Fast Ethernet Port

To connect the Fast Ethernet port, see the "Fast Ethernet Port" section.

CT1/PRI-CSU Port

To connect the CT1/PRI-CSU PRI ports, use a straight-through RJ-48C-to-RJ-48C cable to connect a PRI port to an RJ-48C jack. (See Figure 5-7.) These ports are color-coded tan.


Figure 5-7: Connecting a CT1/PRI-CSU Port to an RJ-48C Jack


1-Port Fast Ethernet and 1-Port or 2-Port Channelized E1/ISDN PRI Balanced (120-ohm) or Unbalanced (75-ohm) Network Modules

This section provides information about the following network modules:


Figure 5-8: 1-Port Fast Ethernet 1-Port Channelized E1 Network Module



Figure 5-9:
1-Port Fast Ethernet 2-Port Channelized E1 Network Module


Connecting Fast Ethernet Channelized E1 Modules

Fast Ethernet Port

To connect the Fast Ethernet port, see the "Fast Ethernet Port" section.

CE1/PRI-B Port

Use the appropriate cable to connect a CE1/PRI-B (120-ohm) port to an E1 CSU. (See Figure 5-10, Figure 5-11, and Figure 5-12, showing DB-15, twinax, and RJ-45 CSUs respectively.) These ports are color-coded tan.


Figure 5-10: Connecting a CE1/PRI-B Port to an E1 CSU (DB-15-to-DB-15 Connectors)



Figure 5-11:
Connecting a CE1/PRI-B Port to an E1 CSU
(DB-15-to-Twinax Connectors)



Figure 5-12:
Connecting a CE1/PRI-B Port to an E1 CSU
(DB-15-to-RJ-45 Connectors)


CE1/PRI-U Port

Use the appropriate cable to connect a CE1/PRI-U (75-ohm) port to an E1 CSU. Figure 5-13 shows a CSU with BNC connectors. These ports are color-coded tan.


Figure 5-13: Connecting a CE1/PRI-U Module to an E1 CSU
(DB-15-to-BNC Connectors)


Setting Interfaces to Balanced or Unbalanced Termination

This section describes how to configure an E1 network module for balanced or unbalanced termination. The module consists of two circuit boards, or cards. A terminal block and a set of five jumpers is provided on each card to configure termination. Figure 5-14 shows these terminal blocks.


Caution To avoid damaging electrostatic discharge (ESD)-sensitive components, observe all ESD precautions when handling the circuit boards.


Figure 5-14: Terminal Block Locations



Note The position of the jumpers is different on the two terminal blocks. Refer to Figure 5-14 and the silk screening on the network module to ensure the correct jumper position.

Figure 5-15 shows a typical jumper.


Figure 5-15: Jumper


Configuring Unbalanced Mode

To configure the network module for unbalanced mode, follow these steps:


Step 1 Turn OFF electrical power to the router. However, to channel ESD voltages to ground, do not unplug the power cable. Remove all network interface cables, including telephone cables, from the rear panel.

The following warning applies to routers that use a DC power supply:


Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit. To ensure that all power is OFF, locate the circuit breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit, switch the circuit breaker to the OFF position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit breaker in the OFF position.

Step 2 Loosen the module's captive mounting screws, using a Phillips or flat-blade screwdriver.

Step 3 Hold the captive screws between two fingers, and pull the network module toward you until it slides free of the chassis.

Step 4 Set the network module on an ESD-preventive mat.

Step 5 Using needlenose pliers, set jumpers J5 through J9 on the top terminal block to the 75 ohm position. Set jumpers J4 through J8 on the bottom terminal block also to the 75 ohm position. (See Figure 5-16.)


Figure 5-16: Jumper Insertion


Figure 5-17 shows the top terminal block set to unbalanced (75 ohm) position.


Figure 5-17: Jumpers in Unbalanced 75 Ohm Position (Top Card)


Step 6 Align the network module with the guides in the chassis and slide it gently into the slot.

Step 7 Push the module into place until you feel its edge connector mate securely with the connector on the motherboard.

Step 8 Fasten the module's captive mounting screws into the holes in the chassis, using the Phillips or flat-blade screwdriver.

Step 9 If the router was previously running, reinstall the network interface cables and turn ON power to the router.

The following warning applies to routers that use a DC power supply:


Warning After wiring the DC power supply, remove the tape from the circuit breaker switch handle and reinstate power by moving the handle of the circuit breaker to the ON position.


Configuring Balanced Mode

To configure the network module for balanced mode, follow these steps:


Step 1 Turn OFF electrical power to the router. However, to channel ESD voltages to ground, do not unplug the power cable. Remove all network interface cables, including telephone cables, from the rear panel.

The following warning applies to routers that use a DC power supply:


Warning Before performing any of the following procedures, ensure that power is removed from the DC circuit. To ensure that all power is OFF, locate the circuit breaker on the panel board that services the DC circuit, switch the circuit breaker to the OFF position, and tape the switch handle of the circuit breaker in the OFF position.

Step 2 Loosen the module's captive mounting screws, using a Phillips or flat-blade screwdriver.

Step 3 Hold the captive screws between two fingers, and pull the network module toward you until it slides free of the chassis.

Step 4 Set the network module on an ESD-preventive mat.

Step 5 Using needlenose pliers, set jumpers J5 through J9 on the top terminal block to the 120 ohm position. Set jumpers J4 through J8 on the bottom terminal block also to the 120 ohm position. (See Figure 5-16.)

Step 6 Align the network module with the guides in the chassis and slide it gently into the slot.

Step 7 Push the module into place until you feel its edge connector mate securely with the connector on the motherboard.

Step 8 Fasten the module's captive mounting screws into the holes in the chassis, using the Phillips or flat-blade screwdriver.

Step 9 If the router was previously running, reinstall the network interface cables and turn ON power to the router.

The following warning applies to routers that use a DC power supply:


Warning After wiring the DC power supply, remove the tape from the circuit breaker switch handle and reinstate power by moving the handle of the circuit breaker to the ON position.


Fast Ethernet-PRI Module LEDs

All network modules have an enable (EN) LED. This LED indicates that the module has passed its self-tests and is available to the router.

All Fast Ethernet-PRI modules have four LEDS for the Fast Ethernet port, and four additional LEDs for each PRI port. Figure 5-18 shows LEDs for the 1-port Fast Ethernet 2-port channelized E1/ISDN PRI balanced (120-ohm) network module as an example.


Figure 5-18: Fast Ethernet and ISDN PRI LEDs


Table 5-1 describes Fast Ethernet LEDs. Table 5-2 describes ISDN PRI LEDs.


Table 5-1: Fast Ethernet LEDs
LED Color Meaning

COLL

Yellow

Collision activity is occurring on the network.

LINK

Green

A link has been established with the station at the other end of the cable.

100MBPS

Green

Speed of the interface is 100 Mbps.

FDX

Green

Interface is in full-duplex mode.


Table 5-2: ISDN PRI LEDs
LED Color Meaning

REMOTE ALARM

Yellow

A remote source is indicating an error at its end of the connection.

LOCAL ALARM

Yellow

Incoming signal shows loss of signal, loss of frame, or excessive errors.

LOOPBACK

Yellow

Line or local loopback state is set or detected.

CARRIER DETECT

Green

DS-1 carrier to the network is detected.


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