Agilent Technologies J3916A Manuel d'utilisateur

Installation/User’s GuideAgilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe

Trademarksx TrademarksAgilent is a registered trademark and OpenView is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Company.Microsoft, LAN Manager, MS-DOS, and Wi

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on a PC80 3. Press Return to continue. The following screen is then displayed: 4. Specify the drive w

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on a PC811. Skip this step if you only have one LAN interface in your system (the following screen will n

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on a PC82 Using Novell NetWare If you have selected Microsoft LAN Manager 1.0 or later, go back to “Usin

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on a PC83 3. The final screen looks like the following: Starting the PC Bootp Server You can start

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on a PC84 Where:-a IP address is required and specifies the IP address of the PC where you are running bo

Bootp Server ConfigurationConfiguring the Bootptab File85Configuring the Bootptab File Configure the bootptab file by using the following procedure

Bootp Server ConfigurationConfiguring the Bootptab File86 Blank lines and lines beginning with # in the bootptab file are ignored. You must include a

Bootp Server ConfigurationConfiguring the Bootptab File87NOTEOnly bootpquery with bootptab entries include the ba tag.Server Verification ProcessHP-UX

Bootp Server ConfigurationConfiguring the Bootptab File88 Example Bootptab FileThe following is an example of the C:\bootpd\bootptab file provided wit

5Probe Operation

Printing HistoryxiPrinting HistoryNew editions are complete revisions of this book. Update packages may contain new or additional material and be rele

Probe Operation90 Probe OperationThe Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe is designed to operate unattended once it has been installed and configured and it s

Probe OperationRestarting the Probe91Restarting the ProbeThe probe can be restarted by performing a warm start or a cold start. In either case, the pr

Probe OperationRestarting the Probe92 Category Probe Memory ContentsWarm Start StatusCold Start StatusMeasurement DataCaptured frames Reset ResetCount

Probe OperationRestarting the Probe93*PPP refers to PPP, HDLC, or SDLC.Cycling PowerA power outage or cycling power to the probe causes a warm start.

Probe OperationRestarting the Probe94 Selecting the Warm Start Menu ItemUse the following procedure to warm start the probe using the probe’s Main Men

Probe OperationRestarting the Probe95Cold StartA cold start resets all of the probe’s measurement data as well as all alarm, event, filter, and user-d

Probe OperationRestarting the Probe96 Selecting the Cold Start Menu ItemUse the following procedure to cold start the probe using the probe’s Main Men

6Download New Firmware

Download New Firmware98 Download New FirmwareThe instructions in this chapter describe how to download new firmware to theAgilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe

Download New Firmware99The following download procedures are covered in this chapter:“Downloading Firmware using an HP-UX Workstation and a Terminal”

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Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using an HP-UX Workstation and a Terminal100 Downloading Firmware using an HP-UX Workstation and a TerminalT

Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using an HP-UX Workstation and a Terminal101Download Firmware to the ProbeOnce the new firmware is installed

Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using an HP-UX Workstation and a Terminal102 NOTEItem 5 in Figure 6-1 is not displayed if the Allow TFTP fir

Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using an HP-UX Workstation and a Terminal103 3. Verify that the probe’s IP address, subnet mask, and default

Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using a Networked PC and a Terminal104 Downloading Firmware using a Networked PC and a Terminal You can d

Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using a Networked PC and a Terminal105Verify the following before you start the download procedure.The probe

Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using a Networked PC and a Terminal106 NOTEItem 5 in Figure 6-3 is not displayed if the Allow TFTP firmware

Download New FirmwareDownloading Firmware using a Networked PC and a Terminal107 3. Verify that the probe’s IP address, subnet mask, and default gatew

Download New FirmwareXmodem Download of Firmware108 Xmodem Download of Firmware You can download firmware from your PC to the probe via Xmodem by usin

Download New FirmwareXmodem Download of Firmware109 6. Press 6 to display the XMODEM download menu shown in Figure 6-6.Main Menu - Revision1.Modify/Vi

xiiiContentsConsumer Warranty Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iiOperating Restrictions . . . . . . . . . .

Download New FirmwareXmodem Download of Firmware110 7. Press 1, 2, or 3 to select the download baud rate. You receive the following message on your P

Download New FirmwareXmodem Download of Firmware111If you are using an HP workstation and the probe takes more than 90 seconds to download new firmwar

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ACables and Connectors

Cables and Connectors114 Cables and Connectors This appendix lists cables for use with the Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe. The minimum connector pin-

Cables and ConnectorsHSSI Connectors and Cables115HSSI Connectors and CablesThe HSSI cables for connecting to the HSSI WanProbe are industry standard

Cables and ConnectorsHSSI Null Modem Cable116 HSSI Null Modem CableThe following table shows the HSSI Null Modem pinout.Signal Name From Pins Directio

Cables and ConnectorsHSSI Null Modem Cable117CAUTIONAlthough the HSSI connector and the HSSI cable are similar to the SCSI-II format, they are not ide

Cables and ConnectorsToken-Ring Cables118 Token-Ring CablesThe following table shows the most commonly used Token-Ring cable. Use this table to verify

Cables and ConnectorsSerial Port Interface Cables119Serial Port Interface Cables The following table shows the recommended cables for connecting

xiv Modify/View Interface Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Fast Ethernet Telemetry Interface Configuration . . . . .

Cables and ConnectorsCable Connector Pin-Outs120 Cable Connector Pin-OutsThe Probe’s RS-232 Port Pin-OutThe following table shows the pin-out for the

Cables and ConnectorsCable Connector Pin-Outs121The Probe’s RS-232 Modem Cable ConnectorsThe following table shows the minimum pin-out for connecting

Cables and ConnectorsCable Connector Pin-Outs122 25-pin Terminal/PC Cable ConnectorsThe following table shows the minimum pin-out for connecting the P

Cables and ConnectorsCable Connector Pin-Outs123UTP Network Connector Pin-OutThe following table shows the RJ-45 (UTP) to RJ-45 connector pin-outs.MsA

Cables and ConnectorsCable Connector Pin-Outs124 STP Network Connector Pin-OutThe following table shows the DB-9 (STP) to data connector pin-out. Refe

BSpecifications

Specifications126 Specifications This appendix lists the specifications for the Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe.Network CompatibilityAgilent J3916ABase H

Specifications127DimensionsH x W x D: 8.9 x 42.5 x 23.5 cm (3.5 x 16.8 x 9.3 in) Weight5.9 kg (13.8 lbs) without optionsPower Requirements120 VAC, 50/

Specifications128 Probe Memory Allocation The memory allocated to each parameter depends on how much memory is installed in the probe. The memory para

Specifications129* These numbers indicate that the probe will reserve memory for the minimum number shown in the table. If memory available, these num

xvStarting the PC Bootp Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Configuring the Bootptab File . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Glossary

Glossary132 This glossary contains definitions of terms, abbreviations, and acronyms that are used in this manual. The terms are not necessarily Agile

Glossary133AgentA node (or software/hardware on a node) that supplies network management information.ANSI (American National Standards Institute)The U

Glossary134 BCC (Block Check Characters)The original level 2 error checking scheme for character-oriented, link protocols. The most common implementat

Glossary135BridgeA device providing an intelligent connection between two otherwise independent LANs. Bridges operate at layer 2 of the ISO OSI refere

Glossary136 CongestionExceeding the bandwidth of a virtual path or network capacity.ConsoleThe ASCII terminal, or PC emulating an ASCII terminal that

Glossary137Data Link Layer Level 2 of the seven level OSI reference model defined by ISO. This layer provides the link access control and reliability

Glossary138 EncapsulationThe processing of wrapping data with a new protocol header for transmission over the network.EquipmentT1 and E1 equivalent of

Glossary139FCS (Frame Check Sequence)An algorithmically derived representation of a frame. (Typically 16 bits.) The FCS provides error-checking capabi

xvi B Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125Probe Memory Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glossary140 Half-duplexA form of communication where information can only travel one direction at a time. See also Full-duplex.HDLC (High Level Data L

Glossary141LAN (Local Area Network)A general-purpose communications network that interconnects a variety of devices within a limited geographical area

Glossary142 Line Build Out This is an option used to set the transmitter signal level and pulse shape to match the length of cable to the first repeat

Glossary143MbpsMegabits per second.Media FilterA device used to convert Token-Ring adapter board output signal to function with a particular type of w

Glossary144 Network LayerLevel 3 of the seven level OSI reference model defined by ISO. This layer provides the routing of data through the network ba

Glossary145P/F (Poll/Final bit)One of the bits of a control octet in HDLC derivative level 2 link protocols. In commands it is called the Poll bit. In

Glossary146 PPP (Point to Point Protocol)HDLC derivative level 2 link protocol common in LAN to LAN connections.Private MIBA proprietary MIB that has

Glossary147SDLC (Synchronous Data Link Control)This level 2 protocol was developed by IBM. While it is not actually a standard (as being defined by a

Glossary148 Subnet Mask Identifies the subnet field of a network address and is a 32-bit Internet address written in dotted-decimal notation. A subnet

Glossary149ThickLANA local area network (LAN) operating over 10-mm diameter coaxial LAN cable. Agilent ThickLAN networks are compatible with the IEEE

xviiFiguresFigure 1-1: The Probe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Figure 1-2: Probe System Example .

Glossary150 WAN (Wide Area Network)A data network engineered for relatively lower speed data transfers over unlimited distances. Often the links in a

151IndexSymbols~ Line On LED 10, 69Verifying the Installation 68Numerics100Base-TX Networks 5210Base-2MAU 5110Base-T Networks 5210Base-T/100/Base-TX N

152Token-Ring 118Cables and Connectors 113, 114Clock LEDV-Series WAN Interface 13Clock SpeedV-Series WAN Interface 35WAN InterfaceInitial Configuratio

153EEthernet InterfaceAutodiscovery Echo IntervalInitial Configuration 17Default Gateway IP Address 28Initial Configuration 17IP Address 28Initial Con

154Power On 68Interface Cables, Serial Port 119Interface SummaryDisplay, Menu 36Interface ValuesModify/View Menu 25, 29E1 WAN Interface 33Introduction

155MIB-IISupported 7Microsoft LAN ManagerUsing 80ModemCarrier Detect 64Connect Responses 39Connection 60Control StringInitial Configuration 18Data Com

156POSTPower-On Self-Tests 68PowerCord 14Switch 67Power On LED 10, 69Verifying the Installation 68PPPHistorical Protocol StatisticsMIB 7Protocol Stati

157SSAM 76Save Changes and Exit Menu 29, 32SecurityAccess 8Firmware Download 8Configure 24IP CheckingConfigure 25Modify/View Security Values Menu 24Pa

158TTable Installation, Probe 45Telemetry PortActivity LED 69Fast Ethernet Interface 27Fault LED 69Token-Ring Interface 31TerminalLocal, Configuration

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xviii Figure 6-5: Probe Main Menu (XMODEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109Figure 6-6: Probe XMODEM Download Menu . . . . . . . . . . .

xixTablesTable 1-1: Private MIB Access Security Privileges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Table 4-1: Minimum Requirements for a Bootp Server. . . .

Consumer Warranty Statementii Consumer Warranty StatementAGILENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC. LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENTAGILENT PRODUCT DURATION OF LIMITED WARR

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1Introduction

Introduction2 IntroductionThis chapter introduces the Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe, shown in Figure 1-1 on page 3, including its installation and con

Introduction3The HSSI WanProbe has 32 MB of memory (optionally 64 or 128 MB), and uses FLASH EPROM. Probe firmware upgrades are easily downloaded over

IntroductionInstallation and Configuration Overview4 Installation and Configuration OverviewTo quickly install and configure your probe, it is importa

IntroductionProbe Overview5Probe OverviewThis section provides some general information on the Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe.NOTEThe HSSI WanProbe rep

IntroductionProbe Overview6 Figure 1-2: Probe System ExampleWANNetworkT3 or E3 from TelcoT3/E3DSU/CSUAgilent HSSI WanProbeRouterTelemetry Network(Eth

IntroductionProbe Overview7Supported MIBsThe WanProbe uses SNMP, MIB-II, Agilent private MIB extensions, and selected RMON MIB groups (groups 3,7,8,

IntroductionProbe Overview8 Management StationsYou can use a management station to communicate with the probe and gather network data. The management

IntroductionProbe Overview9Default Community NameLevel Permissionspublic 1 Read access to MIB-II objects.rmon 2 Read access to MIB-II, RMON MIB, and t

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IntroductionStatus LEDs10 Status LEDsThe probe has status LEDs for the base hardware configuration (the 10Base-T/100Base-TX telemetry interface), for

IntroductionStatus LEDs11Rear Panel Telemetry LEDsThe telemetry LEDs are located on the back of the probe. (See Figure 1-4.)10Base-T/100Base-TX Teleme

IntroductionStatus LEDs12 Token-Ring Telemetry Interface Status LEDThe optional Token-Ring telemetry interface has an LED for Activity. This green LED

IntroductionStatus LEDs13HSSI WAN Interface Status LEDsThe HSSI WAN interface has a pair of In and Out LEDs for Data and Clock functions. It also has

IntroductionStatus LEDs14 Included PartsThe following items are included with your Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe:Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbeAgilent

2Local Terminal Configuration

Local Terminal Configuration16 Local Terminal Configuration This chapter describes how to use a local terminal to configure your Agilent J3916A HSSI

Local Terminal ConfigurationProbe Configuration Using a Local Terminal17Probe Configuration Using a Local Terminal An initial configuration of the pro

Local Terminal ConfigurationProbe Configuration Using a Local Terminal18 The initial configuration for communication over the serial port includes:Ser

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu19Using the Main MenuTo configure the probe, connect a terminal directly to the probe and use the probe

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Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu20 4. Start the configuration by quickly pressing the CONFIG button on the back of the probe one time

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu21NOTEItem 5 (TFTP Download new firmware) is not displayed if the Allow TFTP firmware downloads menu it

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu22 Modify/View Configuration ValuesTo configure items in the Modify/View Configuration Values menu:1. O

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu23Date Press 2 and then type the day of the week and then the date in month/day/year format (mm/dd/yy,

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu24 Modify/View Security ValuesTo configure security values for probe access, you use the Modify/View Se

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu25Allow Packet Press 3 and then type Yes to allow or No to not allow Generation packet generation.Allo

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu26 2. Press a number to select a field and then type the corresponding values necessary to configure t

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu27Port Press 1 and then press 1 again to display the current Ethernet port configuration parameters and

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu28 The Telemetry port only receives packets destined to the telemetry port’s IP address, can transmit p

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu29Link Speed Press 7 and select the Link Speed as Auto Negotiate, 10MB/s, or 100MB/s. Parameters do not

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Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu30 2. Press a number to select a field and then type the corresponding values necessary to configure t

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu31NOTEIf the Token-Ring telemetry interface is installed, you can configure either the Fast Ethernet in

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu32 NOTESelecting Auto to automatically sense the ring speed does not function in all network installati

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu33HSSI WAN Interface ConfigurationUse the following procedure to configure the HSSI WAN Interface:1. On

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu34 Port Press 1 and then type the HSSI WAN interface port number to display the HSSI WAN port configura

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu35Clock Speed Press 5 and then select one of the following Clock Speeds:[1]1Mb [2]1.5Mb [3]2Mb [4]2.5Mb

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu36 Display Interface SummaryUse the following procedure to display the Interface Summary screen(Figure

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu37 2. Select Interface Type and then type Serial. 3. Press 1, Port and then type the Serial Port Number

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu38 4. Press a number to select a field and then type the corresponding values necessary to configure t

Local Terminal ConfigurationUsing the Main Menu39Modem Hangup String Press 9 and then type Only the first 20 characters of the 256 character maximum w

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40 Exiting the Main Menu and Restarting the Probe1. On the Main menu, Press 7 to execute a warm start or press 8 to execute a cold start.A cold start

3Installation

Installation42 InstallationThis chapter describes how to install the Agilent J3916A HSSI WanProbe. Installing an Agilent probe consists of the follo

InstallationSelecting a Location43Selecting a LocationSelect a location for your probe where it will be the most useful. The probe must be connected t

InstallationInstalling the Probe44 Installing the ProbeThis section describes how to install your probe. First decide which installation method you ar

InstallationInstalling the Probe45Table InstallationUse the following procedure to install the probe on a table:1. Attach the self-adhesive rubber fee

InstallationInstalling the Probe46 Figure 3-1: Install the Probe in a Rack or Cabinet

InstallationInstalling the Probe47Wall InstallationUse the following procedure to install the probe on a wall:1. Attach the installation brackets to t

InstallationInstalling the Probe48 Figure 3-2: Install the Probe on a Wall

InstallationConnecting the Probe49Connecting the ProbeThe probe communicates with Agilent NetMetrix through Out-of-Band connections using the 10Base-

Safety InformationviiSafety InformationBefore you use this instrument, be sure to pay special attention to the “Safety” and “Warning” topics in this M

InstallationConnecting the Probe50 CAUTIONDo not touch the probe connector pins or the cable connector pins. Static discharge may damage equipment.Con

InstallationConnecting the Probe51The following types of network-specific MAUs are available for connecting to the AUI port: Fiber-Optic MAU (Agilent

InstallationConnecting the Probe52 1. Connect the probe’s 10Base-T/100Base-TX (RJ-45) port, located on the rear panel, to the network using a category

InstallationConnecting the Probe53Connecting to Token-Ring Telemetry NetworksThe Token-Ring option must be installed to connect the probe to a Token-R

InstallationConnecting the Probe54 Do not attach cables to both the Token-Ring DB-9 and RJ-45 connectors simultaneously. This causes the probe to malf

InstallationConnecting the Probe55NOTEDo not connect the probe to either the ring-in (RI) or ring-out (RO) connection port.The Token-Ring interface ca

InstallationConnecting the Probe56 About the Information in the Following SectionsIt is assumed that you understand the basic terminology and concepts

InstallationConnecting the Probe57Figure 3-10 presents the details of the Agilent HSSI interface.Figure 3-9: HSSI SystemFigure 3-10: Close-up of th

InstallationConnecting the Probe58 In-Line HSSI ConnectionConnecting the probe in-line requires that the connection between the Data Terminating Equip

InstallationConnecting the Probe59 2. Connect the HSSI cable to the left-most HSSI connector on the HSSI WanProbe. 3. Connect the new HSSI cable betwe

Warning Symbols Used in This Bookviii Warning Symbols Used in This Book WARNINGAn operating procedure, practice, etc. which, if not correctly followed

InstallationConnecting the Probe60 Modem ConnectionYou can use a modem connection to increase the distance between the probe and the NetMetrix managem

InstallationConnecting the Probe61Install the Management Station ModemYou need the following list of equipment to install the management station’s mod

InstallationConnecting the Probe62 5. Perform any other instructions as required by the modem manufacturer. If you have any problems with the modem,

InstallationConnecting the Probe63If you use the network to configure the probe, make the network connection (refer to “Connecting to the Network (Out

InstallationConnecting the Probe64 Verify that the Modem Init String is properly initialized for the attached modem by referencing the modem’s documen

InstallationConnecting the Probe65Data Switch ConnectionUse the data switch connection to provide the flexibility of using more than one management st

InstallationConnecting the Probe66 Figure 3-14: Probe Data Switch ConnectionModem ModemModemModemDataSwitchWANNetworkTelemetry Network(Ethernet or To

InstallationStarting the Probe67Starting the ProbeNOTEIf you are using the Bootp server method of configuration, do not attach the power cord to the p

InstallationVerifying the Installation68 Verifying the InstallationYou can verify the probe’s installation by looking at the status LEDs on the front

InstallationVerifying the Installation69Out-of-Band TroubleshootingFor the Ethernet or Token-Ring telemetry interface, if the Activity LED is off, ver

Conventions Used in this BookixConventions Used in this BookNOTEAn operating procedure, practice, or information of importance, is separated from norm

InstallationVerifying the Installation70 HSSI TroubleshootingBefore monitoring any data, the connection between the network and the probe must be veri

4Bootp Server Configuration

Bootp Server Configuration72 Bootp Server ConfigurationThis chapter describes how to use the Bootp server method to configure the Agilent J3916A HSSI

Bootp Server ConfigurationProbe Configuration Using a Bootp Server73Probe Configuration Using a Bootp ServerYou can use a Bootstrap Protocol (Bootp*)

Bootp Server ConfigurationProbe Configuration Using a Bootp Server74 * Although bootp is supported on many versions of HP-UX and Solaris, the NetMetri

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on an HP or Sun System75Bootp Server Setup on an HP or Sun System If your Bootp server is an HP-UX or Sol

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on an HP or Sun System76 The probe automatically broadcasts Bootp requests when its IP address is 0.0.0.0

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on an HP or Sun System77Starting the Bootp Server on an HP or Sun System You can start the Bootp server o

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on an HP or Sun System78 3. For Solaris, determine the process ID for inetd by entering the following co

Bootp Server ConfigurationBootp Server Setup on a PC79Bootp Server Setup on a PCBootp software for a PC is included (on a 3.5-inch floppy disk) with y