OmniStack

Getting Started GUIDE

Part No. 030201-00, Rev. A January, 1998

Xylan Corporation

Safety Information: OmniStack hardware installation and maintenance is to be provided by Customer Service Personnel, or equivalent, knowledgeable in basic electrical and mechanical safety procedures. Safety Information for Rack Mounting: The switches should be installed in a maximum 40 C environment. To ensure proper air ow, it is recommended that the switches have at least two inches of clear space on all sides. To ensure stability, precautions should be taken to prevent uneven loading of the rack. Loading of the rack should begin at the bottom. When multiple components are installed in a rack, precautions should be taken to prevent overloading of power outlets. The switches should always be properly grounded. SwitchExpert Service Programs: A Xylan service agreement brings your company the assurance of 7x24 no-excuses technical support. Youll also receive regular software updates to maintain and maximize your Xylan products features and functionality and on-site hardware replacement through our global network of highly qualied service delivery partners. Additionally, with 24-hour-aday access to Xylans Service and Support web page, youll be able to view and update any case (open or closed) that you have reported to Xylans technical support, open a new case or access helpful release notes, technical bulletins, and manuals. For more information on Xylans Service Programs, see our web page at www.xylan.com, call us at 1-800-XYLAN-96, or email us at switchexpert@xylan.com.

The functionality described in this manual is subject to change without notice.

Copyright 1998 by Xylan Corporation. All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced in whole or in part without the express written permission of Xylan Corporation. Xylan, OmniSwitch and PizzaSwitch are registered trademarks of Xylan Corporation. X-Cell, OmniStack, PizzaPort, Network Director, AutoTracker and Switch Manager are trademarks of Xylan Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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Table of Contents
OmniStack
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Setting up an OmniStack Switch

Installing an OmniStack Switch

....... Unpack the Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Where to Install Your OmniStack . . . . . . . . . Rack-Mount the OmniStack (Optional) . . . . . Connect an Expansion Chassis (3032E Only) . Install an Uplink Sub-Module (Optional) . . . . Connect to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . Verify the Management LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect the Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

.... Connect the Console Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . Start your Terminal Emulation Software . . . Login to the User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . Set up a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Enter a System Description . . . . . . . . . . . . Assign an IP Address to the Default Group Log Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Installing a BPS

....................... 6 Unpack the BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Where to Install the BPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Rack-Mount the BPS (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . 6 Install the BPS Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connect an AC Power Source (Optional) . . . 8 Connect a DC Power Source (Optional) . . . . 8 Connect the BPS Power Cables . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Verify the LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Installing SwitchStart and Service Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Install the Java Runtime Environment . . . . . Establish an IP Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . Place the CD in the CD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . Install the Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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OmniStack Basics

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SwitchStart Basics

........... Starting the SwitchStart Program Logging in to SwitchStart . . . . . The SwitchStart Program Tabs . Displaying On-Line Help . . . . .

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Service Manager Basics

........... Starting the Service Manager Program . . Logging in to Service Manager . . . . . . . The Service Manager Program Windows Displaying On-Line Help . . . . . . . . . . .

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The User Manual on CD

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OmniStack
The OmniStack family is a group of stand-alone 10BaseT and 10BaseT/100BaseT switches that offer advanced switching technology at an affordable price. Several OmniStack switches provide high-speed uplink ports or a slot for an uplink sub-module that connects to high-speed servers and backbones. There are five different OmniStack models: OmniStack Model 1000 2000 3000 Features 32-10BaseT ports with two 100 Mb uplink ports 32-10BaseT ports with one slot for an uplink sub-module 32-10BaseT ports with one slot for an uplink sub-module. Supports two expansion chassis 16-10/100BaseT ports 24-10/100BaseT ports with one slot for an uplink sub-module (VLANs), IP and IPX Routing, port mirroring, RMON, and SNMP trap support. Power redundancy or -48V DC operation is available through the optional Backup Power System (BPS). This guide walks you through the installation steps, including: Setting up and powering on your OmniStack switch and Backup Power System (BPS) Connecting a network management station to the OmniStack Verifying that the front panel LEDs reflect normal operation Configuring system software parameters, including defining an IP address for the OmniStack switch Installing and using SwitchStart and Service Manager, the network management packages provided with OmniStack The CD that accompanies this Getting Started Guide contains the OmniStack Users Manual, the SwitchStart network management program, and the Service Manager program.The OmniStack Users Manual provides information on all OmniStack models and uplink submodules. Refer to that manual when you need more detailed information.
OmniStack

4000 5000

The OmniStack family uses the same hardware architecture and software as the OmniSwitch. This means that the OmniStack includes support for ATM LAN Emulation, AutoTracker policy-based Virtual LANs

Installing an OmniStack Switch

This chapter walks you through installing your new OmniStack switch. The following steps explain how to: Set up and power on the switch Verify that the LEDs reflect normal operation

2. Where to Install Your OmniStack

Find a secure flat surface for the switch(es), preferably on a desk or in a wiring closet. For proper cooling, the front and back of the switch should have at least two inches of clear space. 1000 series switches require at least two inches on each side for proper cooling. Ensure that the switch is within reach of, and provides enough space for, the necessary connections (i.e., power source, device connections, etc.). If you are installing an OmniStack 3032 with 3032E expansion chassis, the length of the expansion cable requires that the switch and expansion chassis are located near each other.

1. Unpack the Switch

Remove the switch(es) from its packing boxes and inspect each item to ensure there has been no shipping damage. If you discover or suspect any damage, contact your distributor immediately.

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3. Rack-Mount the OmniStack (Optional)

4. Connect an Expansion Chassis (3032E Only)

An OmniStack 3032 switch can support up to two 3032E expansion chassis. An expansion cable is provided with each 3032E to connect it to the 3032.

a.

Select a shelf on the rack that allows easy access to the necessary connections. If you are installing a 3032 with a 3032E expansion chassis, position the 3032E expansion chassis directly above or below the 3032 OmniStack switch.

b. Attach one rack-mounting bracket to the side of the switch using the Phillips at-head screws (brackets and bracket screws are shipped with the switch). c. Attach the second bracket to the opposite side of the switch using the remaining screws.

a. d. Carefully lift the switch and insert it into the rack. e. Attach both brackets to the rack by screwing in the rack screws (available from your rack vendor).

Using the cable provided with the 3032E expansion chassis, connect one end of the cable to the Expansion Port connector on the rear panel of the 3032E.

b. Attach the other end of the cable to one of the Expansion Port connectors on the rear panel of the 3032 switch. If you are installing only one expansion chassis, it can be connected to either expansion connector on the 3032 rear panel.

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5. Install an Uplink Sub-Module (Optional)

Skip this step if a) the OmniStack switch you are installing does not provide a slot for an Uplink SubModule, b) you are not installing an Uplink SubModule, or c) an Uplink Submodule was installed for you at the factory.

6. Connect to a Power Source

The switch can be powered by its internal AC power supply, an external Backup Power System (BPS), or a combination of both. If the switch will be powered by a BPS, refer to Installing a BPS on page 6, then return to this step. Important: The power supplies in the BPS must be turned on BEFORE the BPS is connected to the switch. The AC power connector is on the front panel, with the exception of 1000 series OmniStack switches where the AC power connector is on the rear panel. Connect the provided power cord to the AC power connector on the OmniStack. Then plug the power cord into a properly grounded AC electrical outlet. Move the on/off power switch (located next to the AC power connector) to the on (i.e., S) position.

a.

Use a screwdriver to remove the uplink sub-module cover plate on the Omni-Stacks front panel.

7. Verify the Management LEDs

Ensure that the management LEDs on the front panel indicate normal operation. The OK2 and TEMP LEDs do not exist on the 3032E expansion chassis. Depending upon the switch you are working with, the PS1, PS2, and TEMP LEDs may be in a different order.
OK1 On Green On Green OK2 PS1 PS2 TEMP On Green Off Off

b. Insert the uplink submodule into the uplink submodule slot. Uplink submodules have an up and a down side. Use the printing on the sub-modules front panel as a reference for orienting the submodule if the printing is right-side up, you are installing the submodule correctly. c. Slide the uplink submodule in until it rests against the backplane, then press rmly until it seats into the backplane. Once installed, tighten the screws by hand or with a at blade screwdriver. Ensure that the screws are completely screwed down, but do not overtighten.

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When the OmniStack is powered up, extensive poweron diagnostics are performed. As a result, you should allow the switch about a minute to perform preliminary tests before evaluating the LEDs. While diagnostics are running, the:
OK1 OK2 PS1 PS2

8. Connect the Devices

Connect the devices (i.e., computers, printers, servers, etc.) to the appropriate OmniStack ports. Note that until you configure your OmniStack switch via the built-in User Interface software or the SwitchStart network management software, the attached devices will not be accessible from the network.

LED will blink amber and/or green LED will blink amber and/or green LED will be green LED will be off LED will be off

TEMP

After the diagnostics are complete, the:

OK1 OK2 PS1

LED will be green LED will be blinking green

LED will be green if the switchs AC connector is plugged into a functioning AC power source

PS2

LED will be green if the switch is connected to a functioning Backup Power System (BPS), otherwise it will be off LED will be off

TEMP

If any of the above statements are not true, contact your Customer Support Representative. Xylan Domestic Customer Support can be reached at (800) 995-2696. International Customer Support can be reached at (818) 878-4507. Xylan Netherlands can be reached at 31-23556-0155.

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Installing a BPS
The Backup Power System (BPS) is a chassis that accepts one or two power supplies and provides primary or redundant power for up to three OmniStack switches. A power supply is provided with the BPS. You can order a second power supply. The following power supplies are available for the BPS power supply bays: BPS-AC-PS-250 BPS-DC-PS-250 connect to and the power outlets for the installed power supplies.

3. Rack-Mount the BPS (Optional)

BPS chassis are shipped with brackets and bracket screws for rack-mounting. (Rack-mount screws, which attach the brackets to the rack, must be purchased from your rack vendor.)

1. Unpack the BPS

After you remove the BPS from the packing boxes, inspect each item to ensure that there is no shipping damage. In addition, ensure that you received all the items that you ordered. If you discover or suspect any damage, contact your distributor immediately.

2. Where to Install the BPS

Find a secure flat surface for the BPS, preferably on a desk or in a wiring closet. For proper cooling, the front and back of the BPS should have at least two inches of clear space. The cable that connects the BPS to an OmniStack switch is only 19 inches long. Therefore, ensure the BPS is within reach of the OmniStack switches it will
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a.

Select a shelf on the rack that allows easy access to the necessary connections. The BPS must be directly above or below the switches it will connect with.

b. Attach one rack-mounting bracket to the side of the BPS using the Phillips at-head screws that came with the BPS. c. Attach the second bracket to the opposite side of the BPS using the remaining screws.

d. Carefully lift the BPS and insert it into the rack. e. Attach both brackets to the rack by screwing in the rack screws.

a.

Holding the power supply with both hands, align it with the card guides in the slot where it is to be installed.

4. Install the BPS Power Supplies

If the BPS was shipped with the power supplies installed, go to the next step. If you are installing just one power supply in the BPS, you can use either power supply slot. Before you install a power supply, ensure that the on/ off switch on the power supplys front panel is set to off (i.e., the O position).

b. Using the card guides, gently slide the power supply into the BPS power supply slot. The power supply should slide easily as long as you keep it level and within the card guides. Keep sliding it back until it snaps into place against the BPS backplane. The power supply should t snugly into its slot. c. Engage and tighten the two captive spring-loaded knurled fasteners on the power supply front panel, either by hand or with a at blade screwdriver. Install and tighten the two countersunk Phillips-head screws (supplied) in the front panel mounting holes. d. If you are installing a second power supply, repeat steps a through c.

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5. Connect an AC Power Source (Optional)

If you installed only DC power supplies in your BPS (BPS-DC-PS-250 power supplies), go to the next step. If you installed one or two AC power supplies (i.e., BPS-AC-PS-250 power supplies), connect the AC power cord (provided with the power supply) to the AC power connector on the front panel of the BPS-AC-PS250 power supply. Then plug the power cord into a properly grounded AC electrical outlet. Move the on/off power switch (located next to the AC power connector) to the on (i.e., S) position.

(+)/GND/(-)

Square holes for opening clamp.

GND =
Circular holes where wires are inserted.

b. Ensure the BPS-DC-PS-250 power supply is fully installed in the BPS and that the on/off switch is set to the off position. c. Ensure the wires you are working with are not connected to the -48 volt power source. d. Prepare the three wires that will plug into the BPS. Using a wire-stripper, strip at least 0.125 inches (3.2 mm), but not more than 0.5 inches (12.8 mm), off the insulation from the plug end of each wire. If the wire contains loose strands, twist them together to form a tight braid and solder the entire braid together for better conductivity. e. Referring the drawing on the following page, connect frame ground to the ground terminal, connect the positive battery source to the positive (+) terminal and the negative battery source to the negative () terminal. To connect a wire, insert a flat-tip screwdriver into one of the top three square holes. Push the screwdriver in to open the clamp in the hole beneath the screwdriver. Insert the appropriate wire in the circular hole, then remove the screwdriver. The clamp in the circular hole will close, securing the wire.

6. Connect a DC Power Source (Optional)

If you installed only AC power supplies in your BPS (BPS-AC-PS-250 power supplies), go to the next step. If you installed one or two DC power supplies (i.e., BPS-DC-PS-250 power supplies), follow these steps to connect the power supplys front panel power connector to a -48V DC power source. This procedure requires a flat blade screwdriver and wire-stripper. a. The female power connector on the BPS-DC-PS-250 power supplys front panel requires 12 to 14 gauge wire. The connector contains a row of square holes and a row of circular holes. The square holes provide the mechanism for releasing the clamp in the corresponding circular hole. The wires are inserted into the circular holes.

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(+)/GND/(-)

Every OmniStack switch provides a BPS power connector on the rear panel.

Clamp inside circular hole will open when screwdriver is inserted into top square hole.

f.

If you are installing a second DC power supply, repeat steps b through e.

g. Connect the wires to the -48 volt power source. h. Move the on/off power switch (located next to the DC power connector) to the on (i.e., S) position.

7. Connect the BPS Power Cables

Warning The BPS power connectors on the rear panel require a unique cable (Xylan part number 120086-00). Do NOT attempt to use a standard DB-25 to DB-25 datacom cable to connect the BPS to the OmniStack switches. The power supplies in the BPS must be turned on BEFORE the BPS is connected to the switch. The BPS provides three power connectors on the rear panel. If you are connecting fewer than three OmniStack switches, you can use any BPS power connector.
The rear panel of the BPS provides three power connectors.

a. Using the power cable provided with the BPS chassis, connect the female end of the cable to one of the male PWR PORT connectors on the rear panel of the BPS. b. Connect the other end of cable (i.e., the male end) to the female PWR PORT connector on the rear panel of the OmniStack switch. c. If you are connecting more than one OmniStack switch to the BPS, repeat steps a and b.
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8. Verify the LEDs

Ensure that the LEDs on the rear panel show normal operation. If you installed a power supply in the BPS slot labeled and it is switched ON and functioning properly, the BPS rear panel PS1 LED should be green.
PS1,

When the OmniStack is powered up, extensive poweron diagnostics are performed. As a result, you should allow the switch about a minute to perform preliminary tests before evaluating the LEDs. While diagnostics are running, the:
OK1 OK2 PS1

LED will blink amber and/or green LED will blink amber and/or green

If you installed a power supply in the BPS slot labeled and it is switched ON and functioning properly, the BPS rear panel PS2 LED should be green.
PS2,

LED will be green if the switchs AC connector is plugged into an AC power source LED will be green LED will be off

PS2

If either supply is switched OFF or is malfunctioning, the corresponding LED should be dark. If either supply is switched ON and the corresponding LED is dark, contact your Customer Support Representative. If you installed the BPS as part of the Installing an OmniStack Switch procedure, return to Step 6. Connect to a Power Source on page 4. Ensure that the management LEDs on the front panels of the connected OmniStack switches indicate normal operation (the OK2 and TEMP LEDs do not exist on the 3032E expansion chassis). Depending upon the switch you are working with, the PS1, PS2, and TEMP LEDs may be in a different order. The PS2 LED reports on the status of the Backup Power System (BPS).
OK1 On Green On Green OK2

TEMP

After the diagnostics are complete, the:

OK1 OK2 PS1

LED will be green LED will be blinking green

LED will be green if the switchs AC connector is plugged into an AC power source LED will be green LED will be off

PS2

TEMP

PS1 PS2 TEMP

Green or Off On Green Off

If any of the above statements are not true, contact your Customer Support Representative. Xylan Domestic Customer Support can be reached at (800) 995-2696. International Customer Support can be reached at (818) 878-4507. Xylan Netherlands can be reached at 31-23556-0155.

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Setting up an OmniStack Switch

This section walks you through the initial steps needed to set up your OmniStack software. This section explains how to: Connect a PC or workstation to the switchs console port Login to the switchs User Interface and configure system software parameters, including an IP address for the switch By the end of this section you will be ready to use the switchs software to begin configuring VLANs, routing, and monitoring a wide array of statistics. For information on how to accomplish these tasks, refer to your OmniStack User Manual.

2. Start your Terminal Emulation Software

Use the terminal emulation software package on your workstation to initiate a session with the switch. Set your terminal emulation software parameters to: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, and no parity.

3. Login to the User Interface

If you just booted the system, it will take about a minute to see the following Login prompt, otherwise it will display immediately after your terminal emulation software package establishes a connection:
Welcome to the Xylan OmniStack! Version x.x.x login :

1. Connect the Console Port

Attach a serial cable to the Console port connector on the switchs front panel. The Console port is a female DB-9 RS-232C serial connector that conforms to the IBM AT serial port specification. Connect the other end of the serial cable to a workstation equipped with terminal emulation software. You will use this connection to enter initial configuration values to the switch.

Complete the following steps to log into the switch. Note: If the system displays the following prompt:
Please Standby, chassis configuration changing (Hit ^C to abort)...

it means you are attempting to access the switch before it has completed initialization or processing a previous command. Enter admin at the login prompt and press <Enter>. The following prompt displays:
password:

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d. Enter switch at the password prompt and press <Enter>. The Main Menu will display as follows.
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Xylan OmniStack - Copyright (c) 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 XYLAN Inc. All rights reserved. OmniStack is a trademark of Xylan Corporation System Name: no-name Command Main Menu --------------------------------------------------------------------------------File Manage system files Summary Display summary info for VLANs, bridge, etc. VLAN VLAN management Networking Configure/view network parameters Interface View or configure the physical interface parameters Security Configure system security parameters System View/set system-specific parameters Services View/set services parameters Switch Enter Any to Any Switching Menu Help Help on specific commands Exit/Logout Log out of this session ? Display the current menu contents /%

The default password for the admin and user accounts is switch. To change the password for the admin account, follow these steps: a. Type pw admin, then press <Enter>. The following prompt displays asking for your old password:
Changing password for account: admin Old password:

b. Type the old password, which is switch, then press <Enter>. If you type the old password incorrectly, the message Authentication failure displays and the command will terminate. You will then need to start over from step a. The following prompt displays:
New password:

c. Enter the new password, up to 18 characters, then press <Enter>. The following prompt displays:
Retype new:

The default system prompt is / %. The / indicates that you are at the main (root) menu. The % is a prompt character.

4. Set up a Password
Before you use these menus to configure your switch, you should set up passwords for both admin and user login accounts. The admin login account provides full access to all switch management functions. The user login account is restricted to read-only functions, such as monitoring VLANs and displaying statistics. You cannot change any switch parameters through the user account.
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d. Retype the new password to confirm it, then press <Enter>. All passwords are stored (encrypted) in the configuration file. Therefore, if you remove that file, passwords, as well as all user configured data will be reset to the factory default. e. You can also change the password for the user account. Use the same procedure as above, but start with the pw user command. Important If the switch will be managed via SNMP (e.g., via SwitchStart), refer to your OmniStack Users Manual for instructions on setting SNMP passwords via the snmpc command.

5. Set the Date and Time

Complete the following steps to set the date and time: a. Type dt at the main prompt and press <Enter>. The current date and time are shown along with a prompt allowing you to update the settings:
Current date and time: 2/5/98 11:34:44 Please enter new date and time (2/5/98 11:34:44) :

c. The following prompt displays:

System Contact (Unset) :

Type the name of the system administrator or contact name for the switch and press <Enter>. d. The following prompt displays:
System Name (no_name) :

b. If the date and time are correct, press <Enter>. To change either one, enter the new system date and time in the format shown in the prompt. After you have entered any corrections and pressed <Enter>, the system returns a message indicating the changes:
New date and time: 2/16/98 16:08:14

Type a name that can be used to identify this switch, then press <Enter>. The User Interface and network management software will use this name. e. The following prompt displays:
System Location (Unset) :

Enter a name or phrase to identify the location of this switch, then press <Enter>. f. The following prompt displays:
System Description (DESCRIPTION NOT SET) :

6. Enter a System Description

You can enter descriptive information about the switch. Although this information is not required, you may find it helpful for managing the switch. Follow these steps: a. Type syscfg at the prompt and press <Enter>. The current system information will appear with a prompt asking if you want to change any of the information. An example is shown below:
System Contact Unset System Name: no_name System Location: Unset System Description DESCRIPTION NOT SET Duplicate MAC Aging Timer 300 Change any of the above {Y/N}? (N):

Enter a description for the switch then press <Enter>. g. When the Duplicate MAC Aging Timer prompt is displayed, press <Enter>. h. When the Change any of the above? prompt is displayed, enter N and press <Enter>.

b. Enter Y and press <Enter>.

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7. Assign an IP Address to the Default Group

Your switch is configured with a default Group and VLAN. You can add Groups and VLANs later through the switchs software. To get started, you can use the default group and default VLAN to configure the IP address for this switch. The default IP address is 192.168.10.1. To configure and enable IP, complete the following steps: a. Type modvl 1. This command indicates that you want to modify Group 1, VLAN 1. Information similar to the following will display:
Current values associated with GROUP 1.1 are as follows: 1) GROUP Number - 1:1 2) Description - Default GROUP (#1) IP Parameters: 3) IP enabled -Y 4) IP Network Address - 192.168.10.1 5) IP Subnet Mask - 255.255.0.0 6) IP Broadcast Address - 192.168.10.1 7) Router Description - GROUP #1.0 IP router vport 8) RIP Mode - Silent {Active (a), Inactive (i), Deaf (d), Silent (s)} 9) Routing disabled -N 10) NHRP enabled -N 11) Default Framing - Ethernet II {Ethernet II(e), Ethernet 802.3 (8), fddi (f), token ring (t), source route token ring (s) IPX parameters: 12) IPX enabled -N (save/quit/cancel) :

b. To change the IP address type 4= followed by the new IP address for VLAN 1 in dotted decimal notation. For example:
4=198.100.123.11

c. The IP subnet mask (Item 5) is automatically derived from the IP network address, but you can change it, if necessary, by typing 5= followed by your subnet mask in hex or dotted decimal notation. You may need to change it if your network uses subnetting. d. The IP broadcast address (Item 6) is also automatically derived, but you can change it by typing 6= followed by the broadcast address for your subnetwork. You can also change descriptions and set the RIP Mode.You cannot change the VLAN ID (you can create a new ID). You have now set up all of the basic software parameters you need to begin managing your switch. Now that your IP address is configured you can use Telnet or FTP to access the switch software through your network.

8. Log Out
You have now completed the initial User Interface setup. Logout by entering logout or exit and pressing the <Enter> key.

The subprompt (:) at the bottom of the screen is used to prompt for user input. To change a value, type the line number of the item you want to change followed by an equal sign (=) and the new value.

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Installing SwitchStart and Service Manager

SwitchStart is the OmniStack Network Management software that is included on the OmniStack CD. With SwitchStart you can manage your entire OmniStack network from a central location. The Service Manager program lets you control access to the information and features available in SwitchStart (i.e., you use Service Manager to define which switches are accessible to SwitchStart and what privileges belong to each user and group). Both programs are Java-based applications that can run under Sun Solaris, HP-UX, IBM AIX, Windows 95, or Windows NT. These procedures describe how to install SwitchStart and Service Manager as stand-alone applications. For more involved installation options, refer to the read.me file on the CD. Since the software is distributed on the CD, your workstation must provide a CD-ROM drive. To install the both programs, follow these steps: If you are installing these programs under Sun Solaris, Windows 95, or Windows NT, obtain the Java Runtime Environment (JRE 1.15 or greater) from Sun Microsystems. If you are installing these programs under HP-UX, obtain the Java Development Environment from HP. Note Current links to Suns and HPs Java Runtime Environment download sites are available at Xylans web site http://www.xylan.com/service/. If you are installing these programs under IBM AIX, use AIX 4.3 or greater (IBMs Java environment is included with AIX 4.3 and greater).

2. Establish an IP Connection
You must have a working IP connection to the switch from the PC or workstation running SwitchStart and Service Manager. This means that you must first configure IP for both the PC or workstation and the switch. To configure IP for the PC or workstation, consult the documentation that accompanied your PC or workstation. To configure IP for the switch, refer to Step 7. Assign an IP Address to the Default Group on page 14 if you have not already done so.

1. Install the Java Runtime Environment

SwitchStart and Service Manager require the appropriate Java runtime environment for your installation. Java is not provided with your OmniStack CD.

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3. Place the OmniStack CD in the CD-ROM Drive

The CD is platform-independent (i.e, you can install the software on a Windows 95 computer, a UNIX computer, etc.).

4. Install the Programs

The installation routine is located in the switchstart directory of your OmniStack CD. It installs both SwitchStart and Service Manager. If you are installing the programs under Windows 95 or Windows NT, run the switchstartinstall.bat file and follow the on-screen instructions. If you are installing the programs under Sun Solaris, HP-UX, or IBM AIX, run the switchstartinstall.sh file and follow the on-screen instructions. Refer to the read.me file for any additional environmental variables. To use SwitchStart, refer to the SwitchStart Basics section on page 21. To use Service Manager, refer to the Service Manager Basics section on page 25.

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OmniStack Basics
This section provides general information on the OmniStack chassis and LEDs. For more detailed information, refer to the OmniStack Users Manual.
Console Management Port This connector allows you to access the User Interface software. Uplink Submodule Slot Most OmniStack switches provide two fixed uplink ports or a slot for an uplink submodule. This uplink capability allows the switchs Ethernet ports to be aggregated onto a larger pipe that connects to high-speed servers and backbones.

S1

S2

CONSOLE
S3 S4 3X 4X 1X 2X 3X 4X 1X 2X S5 3X 4X

OK1

S3 1 2 3 4

S4 1 2 3 4

S5 1 2 3 4

1X

2X

PS1 PS2
5 6 7 8 PORT 5 6 7 8 PORT 5 6 7 8 PORT 5X 6X 7X 8X 5X 6X 7X 8X 5X 6X 7X 8X

OK2

TEMP

Port Status LEDs Every Ethernet port has a corresponding status LED. Refer to page 19 for an explanation of the LED. Management LEDs Every OmniStack chassis provides these five Management LEDs. Refer to page 18 for an explanation of each LED.

Ethernet Port Connectors Depending upon the switch you are installing, these are either 10BaseT or 10BaseT/100BaseT Ethernet ports. If your switch supports 10BaseT/ 100BaseT, each port will automatically configure itself to match the data speed of the attached hub or device. Each port can use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cable to connect to a single high-traffic device.

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Slot Numbering
The front panel of an OmniStack is divided into several areas labeled S1, S2, S3, etc. These areas relate to the conceptual division of the switch into several modules, or slots. The User Interface, accessible via the front panel Console port, relies on these slot designations for many of its management and configuration commands.
S1 is Slot 1 and contains the equiv-

alent of a management module. The User Interface refers to the management module as the MPM.

If the switch provides fixed uplink ports or an uplink submodule slot, it is labeled S2 for Slot 2.

S1

S2

CONSOLE
S3 S4 3X 4X 1X 2X 3X 4X 1X 2X S5 3X 4X

OK1

S3 1 2 3 4

S4 1 2 3 4

S5 1 2 3 4

1X

2X

PS1 PS2
5 6 7 8 PORT 5 6 7 8 PORT 5 6 7 8 PORT 5X 6X 7X 8X 5X 6X 7X 8X 5X 6X 7X 8X

OK2

TEMP

Since these LEDs report the status of the Ethernet ports to the right, they share the same slot designation as the ports they are monitoring. For example, since the first block of LEDs in this example are assigned to the ports labeled S3, the first block of LEDs are also labeled S3.

If the switch provides fixed uplink ports or an uplink submodule slot, the Ethernet port connectors are labeled S3, S4, etc., depending upon the number of slots supported by the switch you are working with. If the switch does not provide fixed uplink ports or an uplink submodule, the numbering of these slots starts with S2.

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Management LEDs
Note: The 3032E does not provide an OK2 or TEMP management LEDs. Note: Depending upon the OmniStack model you are working with, the PS1 , PS2 , and TEMP LEDs will be in the order shown here or reversed with the TEMP LED on top, the PS2 LED in the center and the PS1 LED on

the bottom.
OK1 (Hardware Status). This LED is on Green when the switch has passed poweron hardware diagnostics successfully. On Amber if the hardware has failed diagnostic tests. If it is alternating Green and Amber, file system compaction is in progress. Caution PS1 (Power Supply Status). This LED is on

Green when the switch is receiving the proper voltage from the AC power source. It is Off when the switch is not receiving power from the AC power source or if the switch is not receiving the correct voltage.

Do not power down the switch while the OK1 LED is alternating Green and Amber.

PS1 PS2 OK2 TEMP

OK1

PS2 (Power Supply Status). If a Backup

OK2 (Software Status). Blinking Green when

software has loaded successfully and the switch is ready to execute commands. Blinking Amber when the switch is in a transitional state, such as when it first boots up. If it blinks Amber for an extended period of time (i.e., more than a minute), reboot the switch. If the software was not loaded successfully, the LED is on solid Amber.

Power System (BPS) is installed and functioning properly, this LED will be On Green. The BPS normally has only one power supply installed, but it is possible to have two (to provide AC input power redundancy, for example). The PS2 LED will be Off if a power supply in the BPS has failed, or is providing low output, or is turned off, even if a second BPS power supply is functioning properly and providing power to the switch.

TEMP (Temperature). If the internal switch temperature is approaching operating limits, this LED is on Amber. Note that this LED comes on before the temperature limit is reached.

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Port Status LEDs

The Slot designation above the LEDs indicates which group of RJ-45 connectors to the right are associated with these LEDs. One LED is associated with each port (i.e., RJ-45 connector). The LED numbers indicate which port is being monitored by the LED. For example, in this figure the LED labeled 1 is reporting the status of the port labeled 1 under the slot S3.

S3 P 1-8
OK1 PS1 PS2 OK2 TEMP
13 14 15 16 29 30 31 32 1 2 3 4

P 17-24
17 18 19 20

P 9-16

P 25-32

An LED is on green continuously when a good cable connection exists on the corresponding port. The LED flashes when traffic is detected on the port. If the LED is off, a cable is not connected to the corresponding port or the connected cable does not have link integrity.

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SwitchStart Basics
Before you use the SwitchStart program, every switch you want to manage must be defined with the Service Manager program. For instructions on starting Service Manager, refer to page 25. The Netadmin account has the same functionality as the Administrator account in SwitchStart, but can not log in to Service Manager. The initial login name is netadmin and the password is switch. The User login is restricted and is used primarily for read-only functions. The initial login name is user and the password is switch.

Starting the SwitchStart Program

To start SwitchStart as a stand alone application in Windows NT or Windows 95, execute the switchstart.bat file or click the Start button, select Programs, then select XYLAN SwitchStart from the popup menu. To start SwitchStart as a stand alone application in a UNIX environment, execute the switchstart file. Depending upon how your system is configured, you might have to execute the switchstart file from the directory in which it resides.

Logging in to SwitchStart
When you start the program, the following window with three tabs is displayed. The Login tab is automatically displayed on top. SwitchStart provides three login accounts Administrator, Netadmin, and User. The Administrator login provides full access to all functions. The initial login name is admin and the password is switch. The Administrator account can use the Service Manager program to establish additional user names and passwords.
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After you enter your user name and password, click the Login button. The privileges associated with the login are then displayed in the User Permissions box. Complete the Hostname/IP Address, Read Password, and Write Password prompts to specify the switch you want to work with. The information for these three fields is defined in the Service Manager program. Once a valid switch is identified and the appropriate read/write passwords are entered, an additional tab is added to the display between the Login and Alarms/Traps tabs.

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The SwitchStart Program Tabs

The SwitchStart program uses tabs to divide the program into functional areas. A separate Switch tab is displayed for every switch you connect to via the Login tab. If you connected to the switch using an IP address, the IP address is displayed as the tabs title. If you connected to the switch using the host name, that name is displayed as the tabs title. The Alarms/Traps tab enables you to view an alarms/traps table, specify which port to use to listen for alarms/traps, specify how many alarms and traps to allow in the table, and lets you clear the entries from the table. The About tab provides general information about the publisher of the software and the revision level of the program.

The Login tab allows you to log into the program and connect to the switch you want to work with. You can log into multiple switches simultaneously.

Each Switch tab provides three additional tabs for that switch. The Chassis tab provides information about the switch and an image of the switch with accurate renditions of the front panel LED conditions. The Utilization tab provides information about the ports on the switch. The Configure tab provides access to the switchs User Interface. This feature is identical to telneting to the switch.

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Displaying On-Line Help

SwitchStarts on-line help explains the contents of every field and describes how to accomplish different tasks. On-line help is available for every tab window.

Click the Help button to see the on-line documentation for the displayed window.

The Help button at the bottom of the window provides general information about the Switch tab.

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Service Manager Basics

Service Manager lets you control access to the information and features available in SwitchStart. You can: add or edit users and groups and assign them different security access levels define which OmniStack switches are accessible to SwitchStart view audit logs of all Service Manager activities

Logging in to Service Manager

When you start the program, the following window is displayed.

Starting the Service Manager Program

To start Service Manager as a stand alone application in Windows NT or Windows 95, execute the servicemanager.bat file or click the Start button, select Programs, then select XYLAN Service Manager from the popup menu. To start Service Manager as a stand alone application in a UNIX environment, execute the servicemanager file. When you installed Service Manager, the installation program prompted you to select a directory for the Service Manager files. Depending upon how your system is configured, you might have to execute the servicemanager file from that directory. Service Manager provides two login accounts Administrator and User. The Administrator login provides full access to all functions. The initial login name is admin and the password is switch. The Administrator account can define new use names and passwords. The User login is restricted and is used primarily for read-only functions. The initial login name is user and the password is switch After you enter your user name and password, click the OK button.

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The Service Manager Program Windows

Service Manager is actually three different programs: User Manager, Discovery Manager, and Audit Manager. All three programs are accessible via the Application pull-down menu.

The User Manager window is automatically displayed after you log in. To access the User Manager at other times, pull down the Application menu and select User Manager. This window allows you to add or edit users and groups and assign them different security access levels.

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The Discovery Manager window, available from the Application pull-down menu, lets you configure each OmniStack switch in your network with a different name, plus read and write passwords. The SwitchStart program can only access the OmniStack switches you define here.

The Audit Manager window, available from the Application pull-down menu, provides a history of activity for both the User Manager and Discovery Manager.

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Displaying On-Line Help

Service Managers on-line help explains the contents of every field and describes how to accomplish different tasks. On-line help is available for every window.

To see the on-line documentation for the displayed window, use the Help pull-down menu.

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The User Manual on CD

The OmniStack CD that accompanies this Guide contains the SwitchStart Network Management software, the Service Manager software, and a copy of the OmniStack Users Manual. The manual is in Adobe Acrobat format (i.e., *.pdf files) and requires the Adobe Acrobat Reader program. To install the CD and navigate through the OmniStack Users Manual, refer to the instructions printed on the CDs packaging.

The User Manual on CD

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