9033718-01VERTICAL HORIZONVH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFFAST ETHERNET SWITCHUSER GUIDE
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9033718 Table of Contents xiTABLE OF CONTENTSPREFACE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
xii Table of Contents VH-8TX1MFConsole Port (Out-of-Band) Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Remote Management via the Console Port
9033718-01 Preface xiiiPREFACEPurposeThis guide provides information about the features and applications of the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon V
xiv Preface VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFOther ConventionsThis guide uses the following typographical conventions:• Initial Caps Menu titles and console menu s
9033718-01 Product Overview 11. PRODUCT OVERVIEWThis chapter provides the following information:• Product Description• Features• Front and Rear Panel
2 Product Overview VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFThe VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MF switch is desktop mountable. LEDs on the front panel provide information about the oper
9033718-01 Product Overview 3Front PanelFigure 1-1 shows the front panel of the Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MF. Table 1-1 de
4 Product Overview VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFRear PanelFigure 1-2 shows the VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MF rear panel and Table 1-2 defines the rear panel components.
9033718-01 Product Overview 5fails for any reason, a disabled alternative is activated, thereby maintaining the connection. This prevents network tra
6 Product Overview VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFAn RS-232 connection, using a DB-9 connector, is included on the rear panel for system management. Serial conso
9033718-01 Product Overview 7• Event: a function that operates with the Alarm group to define an action that will be taken when an alarm condition oc
8 Product Overview VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFaddress that matches one in the authorized list will be forwarded, all other packets will be dropped. Note that
9033718-01 Product Overview 9that could add to a congestion condition. The VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MF switch supports flow control per the IEEE 802.3x stand
10 Product Overview VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFFactory DefaultsTable 1-3 lists the default settings for switch configuration parameters. Each parameter can b
9033718-01 Product Overview 11Application ExamplesThe exploding popularity of the Internet and of corporate intranets, as well as new, high-bandwidth
12 Product Overview VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFClient/Server Network ApplicationTo improve workstation performance in a client/server environment, the VH-8TX
9033718-01 Product Overview 13Local Backbone ApplicationThe VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MF switch can be used in a local backbone application, connecting networ
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9033718-01 Installation 152. INSTALLATIONInspecting Your ShipmentWhen you receive the shipment of your switch, check the package contents and make su
Notice9033718-01 iiiNOTICEEnterasys Networks reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document wit
16 Installation VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFMounting the Switch on a Table or ShelfYou can mount the switch on a table or shelf. Locate the switch in a positi
9033718-01 Installation 17Mounting the Switch in a RackThe switch ships with two (2) multi-position mounting ears and four (4) mounting screws. Figur
18 Installation VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFConnecting a Terminal to the Console PortThe console port is a serial RS-232 interface port that enables a connect
9033718-01 Installation 192. Connect one end of the interface cable directly to the switch’s console port and tighten the retaining screws.3. Connect
20 Installation VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFPowering the SwitchTo supply power to the switch, connect the power cord to the switch and to a grounded three-pro
9033718-01 Installation 21Network Cable RequirementsCopperTable 2.1 specifies the cable types and length constraints for the various copper interface
22 Installation VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MF10Base-T/100Base-TX PortsThe 10Base-T/100Base-TX ports use RJ-45 connectors. Figure 2-4 shows an RJ-45 connector b
9033718-01 Installation 23100Base-FX Fiber PortThe 100Base-FX fiber port uses an SC connector. Figure 2-5 shows an SC fiber connector being inserted
24 Installation VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MF
9033718-01 Technical Specifications 25APPENDIX A. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSGeneralStandards ComplianceIEEE 802.1D Transparent Bridging Specifications
Noticeiv 9033718-01FCC NOTICEThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
26 Technical Specifications VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFElectrical SpecificationsInput voltage: 100-240 VACInput frequency: 50-60 HzMaximum power consumption:
9033718-01 Technical Specifications 27Port SpecificationsConsole PortTable A-1 shows the console port pin assignments.Table A-1. RS-232 Console Port
28 Technical Specifications VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFMDI/MDI-X Crossover Cable WiringFigure A-1 shows the wiring scheme for implementing a crossover cable
9033718-01 Technical Specifications 29Country-Specific RequirementsTable A-3 lists the power cord set requirements by country and identifies the accr
30 Technical Specifications VH-8TX1UM/VH-8TX1MFNote 2Flexible cord must be Type SV, SJ, SPT or equivalent, No. 18 AWG, 3-conductor. Wall plug must be
9033718 Flow Control 31APPENDIX B. FLOW CONTROLFlow control is a mechanism which allows you to protect the switch from overload conditions and to kee
32 Flow Control VH-8TX1MF
9033718 Acronyms & Abbreviations 33APPENDIX C. ACRONYMS & ABBREVIATIONSTerm Definition10Base-T 10 Mbps twisted-pair Ethernet100Base-TX 100 Mb
34 Acronyms & Abbreviations VH-8TX1MFTXD Transmit DataUTP Unshielded Twisted PairVLAN Virtual LANTerm Definition
9033718 Index 1INDEX10Base-T/100Base-TX ports, 22802.1D, 4802.1p, 9802.1Q, 2, 9802.3, 22802.3x, 9Aapplication examples, 11architecture of switch, 2aut
Notice9033718-01 v• 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (FDA). • IEC Publication 825 (International Electrotechnic
2 Index VH-8TX1MFload balancing, 9local backbone application, 13location requirements, 15Mmanagement interfaces, 5MDI, 22MDI-X, 22, 27memory tests, 2
9033718 Index 3WWeb-based network manager, 6XXMODEM download, 5, 20
4 Index VH-8TX1MF
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Notice9033718-01 ixDECLARATION OF CONFORMITYApplication of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC73/23/EECManufacturer’s Name: Enterasys Networks, Inc.Manuf
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