USER’S GUIDE

Longport Installation and Setup

SUN2912, Revision 3.0 • November 3, 2015

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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION............................................................. 1
1.1 Overview .............................................................................. 1
2. INSTALLATION .............................................................. 5
2.1 Unpacking the Equipment .................................................... 5
2.1.1 Parts List ....................................................................................... 5
2.1.2 Tools Needed................................................................................ 6
2.2 Mounting the Longport Chassis ............................................ 6
2.2.1 Backplane DIP Switch Settings .................................................... 6
2.2.2 Mounting Instructions .................................................................... 8
2.3 Assembling the System ........................................................ 9
2.3.1 Installing Longport Modules ........................................................ 10
2.3.2 Installing Power Supply Module(s) ............................................. 13
2.3.3 Installing Ethernet Switch Module............................................... 13
2.3.4 Install Processor Card Module(s) ............................................... 13
2.3.5 Installing Filler Module(s) ............................................................ 16
2.4 Making Physical Connections............................................. 17
2.4.1 Making Power Connections ........................................................ 17
2.4.2 Connecting Serial Channels ....................................................... 18
2.4.3 Network Setup ............................................................................ 20
3. LONGPORT HARDWARE AND INTERFACE BASICS . 25
3.1 Longport Chassis with Backplane ...................................... 25
3.2 Filler Module ....................................................................... 25
3.3 Power Supply Module ........................................................ 26
3.4 Ethernet Switch Module ..................................................... 27
3.5 Processor Card Module ...................................................... 28
4. SETTING NETWORK ADDRESSES ............................ 31
4.1 Setting Network Addresses via the USB Drive ................... 31
4.1.1 LED Indicators ............................................................................ 33
4.2 Setting Network Addresses via the Gui .............................. 33

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Fully Configured Longport Chassis .............................................................................. 2
Figure 1-2: Longport Chassis – Rear View ...................................................................................... 3
Figure 2-1: DIP Switch Positioning .................................................................................................. 7
Figure 2-2: External Grounding Point .............................................................................................. 9
Figure 2-3: Sample Longport Configuration .................................................................................. 10
Figure 2-4: AXIS PCM ...................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 2-5: Freescale PCM................................................................................................................ 15
Figure 2-6: Longport Chassis Channels .......................................................................................... 18
Figure 2-7: Serial Pinout Diagram ................................................................................................... 20
Figure 3-1: Power Supply Module (PSM) ....................................................................................... 26
Figure 3-2: Ethernet Switch Module (ESM) .................................................................................. 27
Figure 3-3: Processor Card Module (PCM) ................................................................................... 28

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List of Tables
Table 2-1: DIP Switch Settings and Descriptions ........................................................................... 7
Table 2-2: AXIS PCM Dip Switch Settings ................................................................................... 15
Table 2-3: Freescale PCM DIP Switch Settings ............................................................................ 15
Table 2-4: Serial Pin-out Table......................................................................................................... 20
Table 2-5: RJ-45 10/100/1000 Base-T Pin-out ............................................................................. 21

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The guide provides complete instructions to install a Sunhillo Longport system and the
basic information needed to configure and use the Longport product. Detailed
information on all operational aspects of the Longport is provided in the SUN2905 –
Longport Operators Manual.

1.1 Overview

Longport is a flexible radar interface and conversion product that operates in the
following modes:

 Serial-to-LAN—Longport receives radar data through its serial port(s) and

multicasts or unicasts the data onto a LAN.

 LAN-to-Serial—Longport receives data via the LAN and transmits out its serial
port connection(s).

 Serial-to-Serial—Longport receives up to four lines of serial radar data and

multiplexes the data for transmission on a single serial line.

 LAN-to-LAN—Longport receives data via the LAN and multicasts or unicasts

the data onto the LAN, typically with filtering or conversion performed.

Longport also provides a multitude of data conversions, data filtering, Simple Network
Management Protocol (SNMP) support, graphical radar display, and redundancy.

Note

Some functions require the purchase of additional licenses. Contact your

Sunhillo sales representative for more details.

A Longport is comprised of the following components (Figure 1-1):

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 Chassis

 Ethernet Switch Module (ESM)

 Filler Module

 Processor Card Module (PCM)

 Power Supply Module (PSM)

Chassis

Filler Module
ESM (only one per (empty chassis
chassis) slot)

PCM (up to six PSM (one or two

can fit into per chassis)
chassis)

Figure 1-1: Fully Configured Longport Chassis

The Longport external connectors (Figure 1-2) support the following interfaces:

 Up to four (4) LAN connections

 Serial channels, four (4) per PCM (DB-25 connectors)

 AC power input (one or two for dual power supply configurations)

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Backplane Dip RJ45 10/100/1000

Switch (under a BaseT Ethernet
cover plate) Switch Ports (1-4)

External Ground
Point

DB-25 Synchronous
AC Power Cord
Serial Ports (four per
Connectors
PCM)

Figure 1-2: Longport Chassis – Rear View

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Perform all the steps in this section in the order listed to ensure proper installation of the
Longport.

2.1 Unpacking the Equipment

A Longport shipment consists of a number PCMs, a chassis, an ESM, one or two PSMs,
optional Filler Modules, and ordered spare parts. A Filler Module is used to cover the
empty PSM slots in a single power supply configuration and the remaining empty PCM
slots. All module(s) are shipped in separate electrostatic discharge-, or ESD-safe, bags, as
they are ESD-sensitive components.

Note

Electronic components are sensitive to, and can be damaged by, ESD. To
prevent the possibility of ESD damage to the components, service
personnel must establish personal grounding by using an ESD strap. Do
not remove any items from their protective ESD bags until you are told to
do so in the installation steps as listed.

Note

Always disconnect the power source before reaching into a Longport

chassis.

2.1.1 Parts List

The Longport delivery consists of the parts required to assemble the system. The number
of PCMs, Filler Modules, and PSMs will vary based on the Longport configuration
ordered from the factory:

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 3U Chassis (1)

 ESM (1)

 PSM(s)

 PCM(s) or ADS-B Receiver Module

 Filler Module(s)

 AC Power cables (one per PSM)

 Floating Retainer Nut (4)

 Machined Screws (PNH #10-32) (4)

 Lock Washer (SPLT #10) (4)

 Flat #10 Washer (4)

2.1.2 Tools Needed

Phillips head screwdrivers in various sizes are needed to assemble the Longport system.

2.2 Mounting the Longport Chassis

This section describes the steps necessary to configure and install the 3U chassis into a
standard 19” rack.

2.2.1 Backplane DIP Switch Settings

The DIP switch on the rear of the Longport chassis is used for configuring the power
supply configuration (single or dual). The DIP switch and its pins are shown in Figure
2-1 and Table 2-1. A switch that is in the down position is OFF; a switch that is in the up
position is ON.

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Captive Thumb
Screw

ON Position (Up)

Truss Head Screw

OFF Position
(Down)

Figure 2-1: DIP Switch Positioning

Table 2-1: DIP Switch Settings and Descriptions

Switch Default
Description Definition
Number Setting
1 Off Reserved (Unused) Future use
2 Off Reserved (Unused) Future use
3 Off Reserved (Unused) Future use
4 Off Reserved (Unused) Future use
5 Off Reserved (Unused) Future use
Switch OFF – One (1) PSM in chassis
6 Off Dual Power Supply setting
Switch ON – Two (2) PSMs in chassis
7 Off Reserved (Unused) Future use
8 Off Reserved (Unused) Future use

2.2.1.1 Accessing the DIP Switches

To access the DIP switches, disengage the captive thumb screw by turning it counter
clockwise. Do not remove the truss head screw on the other side. While gently applying
outward pressure on the captive thumb screw, rotate the DIP switch cover plate to gain
access to the DIP switches.

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After setting the DIP switches, rotate the cover plate back to cover the switches and align
the thumb screw with the opening. Engage the captive thumb screw by turning it
clockwise to secure the cover plate to the chassis.

2.2.1.2 Setting Power Supply Configuration

The Longport can be configured with either a single PSM or dual PSMs for redundancy.
Switch 6 on the DIP switch configures the Longport for either single or dual power
supplies. The default setting of this pin will be set to either single or dual power supplies
based on the Longport configuration ordered from the factory. This pin must be set
correctly in order for the Longport to function properly.

To change the settings on pin 6, use a small flat-head screwdriver to push the switch to
the desired position (up or down, which is ON or OFF, respectively).

2.2.2 Mounting Instructions

The following steps describe the installation of the 3U Longport chassis into a standard
19-inch rack:

1. Slide the 3U Chassis into the desired position in the rack until the front bracket is
flush with the front rack side rails.

2. Use a Phillips head screwdriver to install the Phillips head screws, lock washer,
washer, and retainer nut (four sets) until the Longport Chassis is secure and
supported in the rack.

2.2.2.1 Attaching External Grounding Point

The Longport can be connected to ground through the center pin on the AC power plug
or through the external ground connection point. The external grounding point,
highlighted in Figure 2-2, is provided on the rear of the chassis to ground the Longport
to existing cabinet racks.

To perform the grounding, loosen the #10 screw until the washer is loose enough to
insert the grounding wire, and then insert the grounding wire under the washer and re-
tighten the screw. A short (one foot or less), 10 gauge, appropriately color-coded, ground
wire should be used for your installation.

Note

Ensure proper grounding precautions are taken before operating the

Longport, as well as that all grounding guidelines are followed for the facility
and location in which this equipment will be installed.

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Internal Tooth
Lock Washer

#10 Screw

Figure 2-2: External Grounding Point

2.3 Assembling the System

System assembly consists of installing single or dual PSMs, installing the ESM, installing
the required number of PCMs, and the Filler Modules. The subsections that follow detail
the steps to install each particular module type into the chassis. Figure 2-3 shows a
sample Longport configuration and highlights the slots in which each type of module
should be installed.

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LAN M1 – M6 PS1 and PS2

(ESM) (PCM, ADS-B) (PSM)

Filler Module
(for any empty
slot)

Figure 2-3: Sample Longport Configuration

2.3.1 Installing Longport Modules

This section provides the general steps for installing a module of any type (i.e., PSM,
ESM, or PCM) into the chassis. The modules should be installed in the order
documented in sections 2.3.2 through 2.3.5. The steps in this section will be referred to
when installing each of the particular types of modules.

To install a module, perform the following steps:

1. Remove the module from the ESD protective bag.

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2. Back out (or remove) the screw underneath the Ejector handle until the ejector
swivels downward.

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3. Guide the module into the chassis using the top and bottom rails located in the
correct slot for the particular module type.

Chassis
Backplane

Card Guide Rails

(every slot has top
and bottom rails)

4. Using the captive thumbscrew and the ejector handle, slide the module into the
chassis until contact with the backplane is established.

5. Using your thumbs, fully seat the module by pressing on the top and bottom of
the module’s front panel. The module is fully seated when the front panel is
making contact with the top and bottom of the chassis and the module has
connected with the chassis backplane.

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6. Swivel the Ejector handle upward. Firmly hold the module front panel bottom
flush with the chassis while fastening the ejector screw. Do not overtighten.
Visually confirm that the front panel is still flush against the chassis after the
ejector screw is completely tightened.

Correct Incorrect

7. Fasten the captive thumbscrew at the top of the module. Tightening the screws
will ensure a better connection of the module with the chassis backplane. Do not
over tighten.

2.3.2 Installing Power Supply Module(s)

Refer to Section 3.3 for a physical description of the PSM.

To install the PSM, follow the instructions in Section 2.3.1. For a single PSM
configuration, install the PSM in the chassis slot labeled PS1. For a dual PSM
configuration, install the second PSM in the chassis slot labeled PS2.

2.3.3 Installing Ethernet Switch Module

To install the ESM, follow the instructions in Section 2.3.1. Install the ESM in the chassis
slot labeled LAN.

2.3.4 Install Processor Card Module(s)

This subsection describes the steps necessary to install the PCM(s) into the Longport
chassis.

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2.3.4.1 Processor Card Module Dipswitch

A DIP switch on the PCM is used to configure from where the module will boot and the
reset function. The boot configuration is used by Sunhillo in production and
manufacturing and should not be changed from the default settings. The reset
configuration determines what type of reset – either hardware or software – will be
performed on the PCM when the reset switch on the front panel is pressed. The default
reset type for the PCM is a hardware reset.

There two hardware versions of a PCM: AXIS or Freescale. For the location of the DIP
switch and the defaults settings of the switches, use the figures and tables (AXIS: Figure
2-4, Table 2-2; Freescale:

Figure 2-5, Table 2-3) that follow to determine which version of the PCM you are using.
For both AXIS and Freescale hardware versions, a switch that is in the down position is
OFF. A switch that is in the up position is ON.

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PCM DIP Switch

Switch 8

Switch 1

Backplane
Connector
Front Panel

Figure 2-4: AXIS PCM

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Table 2-2: AXIS PCM Dip Switch Settings

Switch Number Default Setting Description

1 On Boot Type
2 On
3 Off
4 On
5 Off
6 On
7 Off SPARE (unused)
8 On Reset

Backplane
Connector Front Panel

Switch 1

Processor Card Switch 8

Dip Switch

Figure 2-5: Freescale PCM

Table 2-3: Freescale PCM DIP Switch Settings

Switch Number Default Setting Description

1 On Boot Type
2 Off
3 Off
4 Off
5 Off
6 Off
7 Off SPARE (unused)
8 On Reset

2.3.4.2 PCM Installation

To install one PCM, perform the following steps:

1. Remove the PCM from the ESD protective bag.

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2. Locate the DIP switch on the PCM.

a) Verify the switch settings match those defined in its associated table (AXIS:
Table 2-2; Freescale: Table 2-3).

b) If a switch setting is not correct, change the settings using a small flat-head
screwdriver to push the switch to the correct position (up or down).

3. Follow the steps in Section 2.3.1 to install the module in the chassis. Install the
PCM in the slot labeled M1.

If more than one PCM is being installed in the chassis, perform the following steps for
the remaining modules (installing left to right starting with the slot labeled M2):

1. Remove the PCM from the ESD protective bag.

2. Locate the DIP switch on the PCM.

a) Verify the switch settings match those defined in its associated table (AXIS:
Table 2-2; Freescale: Table 2-3).

b) If a switch setting is not correct, change the settings using a small flat-head
screwdriver to push the switch to the correct position (up or down).

3. Back out (remove) the screw underneath the Ejector handle so the ejector swivels
downward.

4. Guide the PCM into the chassis using the top and bottom rails located in the slot
labeled Mx where x is the next open slot working left to right.

5. Using the captive thumbscrew and the ejector handle, slide the PCM into the
chassis about 3/4 of the way in. Do not make contact with the chassis backplane
at this time. The remaining steps to secure the PCM into the chassis will be
performed during the network setup instructions detailed in Section 2.4.3.

6. Repeat steps 1- 5 for each of the remaining PCMs to be installed in the chassis.

2.3.5 Installing Filler Module(s)

The Filler Modules are installed over any open chassis slot. The number of Filler Modules
per system will vary based on the number of PSMs and PCMs ordered for a particular
Longport installation.

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Note

The Filler modules should always be placed over open chassis slots to avoid
damage to the equipment or risk of shock.

To install the Filler Module, perform the following steps:

1. If necessary, back out the screw underneath the ejector handle so the ejector
swivels downward.

2. Align the captive thumb screw at the top of the Filler Module with the hole at the
top of the chassis slot opening.

3. Align the Filler Panel Ejector screw with the hole at the bottom of the chassis slot
opening.

4. Fasten the captive thumbscrew at the top of the Filler Module. Do not over
tighten.

5. Swivel the ejector handle upward and fasten the ejector screw. Do not over
tighten.

6. Repeat steps 1 - 5 for the remaining chassis slots (PCM or PSM) that do not
contain modules.

2.4 Making Physical Connections

The subsections that follow detail making physical connections.

2.4.1 Making Power Connections

The PSMs come with a power cord for use with the Longport chassis. To connect the
AC power cord(s) to the enclosure, perform the following steps:

1. Make sure the power switch on the front of each PSM in the chassis is in the
OFF position (the bottom half of the switch is pushed in).

2. Insert the female end of the power cord into the AC power socket labeled PS1
on the rear of the chassis.

3. If this is a dual power supply configuration (PSM is installed in slot PS2), insert
the female end of a second power cord into the AC power socket labeled PS2 on
the rear of the chassis.

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4. Verify the following prior to connection of the male end of the power cord:

a) Normal Voltage: 120V AC for UL-certified operation or 220V AC for CE-

certified operation.

b) Frequency: Between 47 and 63Hz.

c) Power Supply Capability: At least 40 watts for a fully populated chassis.

5. Make sure the power switch on the front of each PSM in the chassis is in the
OFF position (the bottom half of the switch is pushed in).

6. Plug the male end of the power cord into the AC outlet of the power source.

2.4.2 Connecting Serial Channels

The rear of the Longport chassis contains twenty-four DB-25 connectors, which equates
to four for each PCM’s four multi-protocol serial channels. The channels are organized as
depicted in Figure 2-6.

MODULE 6 MODULE 1
(serial ports for (serial ports for
PCM in slot M6) PCM in slot M1)

J1 J2

J3 J4

Figure 2-6: Longport Chassis Channels

The DB-25 for each PCM is labeled J1 – J4 for ports 1 – 4, respectively. The four serial
channels per PCM are grouped together under the labels MODULE 1 to MODULE 6
(reading right to left on the rear of the chassis), which correspond to the PCMs installed
in slots M1 to M6 on the front of the chassis.

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2.4.2.1 Cabling

A cable with a male-contact DB-25 connector is required to mate with each female PCM
serial channel connector on the rear of the chassis. Each of the DB-25 connectors has
two adjacent 4-40 Jack Screw nuts. If the DB-25 cable has matching screws, fasten them
to the jack nuts on the chassis to hold the connector securely in place. The serial channel
cables for a PCM can be connected and disconnected at any time without disrupting
service to the other serial channels on the Longport or interfering with the general
operation of the PCMs.

Note

The cabling pin-out must match the serial interface used, e.g., EIA-530
interface has more pins in use than a RS-232 interface and must have the
correct cable for correct operation.

Pin 1 of the DB-25 serial channel connector is connected to ground. It is recommended

that you use a low-capacitance, shielded serial channel cable. The copper braided shield
should be attached to the cable connector shell at both ends so that when the cable is
attached the shield makes contact with ground at both ends of the cable. On the back
panel of the Longport chassis, the metal on the outside of the DB-25 connector and the
securing jackscrews make contact with the chassis frame. The Longport chassis can be
grounded to earth ground using the grounding point on the rear of the chassis (see
Section 2.2.1.1).

The Longport with no cables attached meets the radiation requirements for FCC Class A
operation. Testing with the low-capacitance, shielded serial channel cable in a loopback
configuration has shown that the Longport still meets the FCC Class A radiation
requirements.

The EIA-530 application can use cable lengths up to 1200m, which allows for a
maximum signaling rate of approximately 100Kbps. For the RS-232-C application any
cable length up to 50 feet is acceptable. If a longer length is used, be aware that the load
capacitance of longer cables becomes more destructive to signal quality as length is added.
The total loaded interference capacitance of the circuit in the RS-232 application should
not exceed 2500pF.

The cable connections between the PCM serial channel and the equipment to which it is
connected can vary according to the application. The PCM serial channel signals should
be conditioned properly to match the application, e.g., conditioning may require tying
unused signals together or pulling up unused signals to make them inactive if an
equipment interface does not use the full set of interface signals. Review the type of
equipment, its pin-out, and the PCM pin-out to ensure proper cabling.

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2.4.2.2 Termination

The Longport uses a transceiver chip that includes the 120 Ohm termination resistors if
the transceiver is placed in a balanced mode of operations, i.e., RS-422 and EIA-530.
Therefore, there is no requirement for termination to be built-in to any cables connected
to the Longport. Software control over the termination resistors in the circuit is available.

2.4.2.3 Pin-outs

The diagram (Figure 2-7) and table (Table 2-4) that follow show the locations of the
pins on the DB-25 serial port connectors on the rear of the Longport chassis and list their
RS-232 and additional RS-422/EIA-530 serial port signals (pin-outs).

Figure 2-7: Serial Pinout Diagram

Table 2-4: Serial Pin-out Table

RS-232 Pin-outs Additional RS-422/EIA-530 Pin-outs

Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 Frame Ground
2 Transmit Data 14 Transmit Data
3 Receive Data 16 Receive Data
4 Request to Send 19 Request to Send
5 Clear to Send 13 Clear to Send
6 Data Set Ready 22 Data Set Ready
7 Signal Ground
8 Carrier Detect 10 Carrier Detect
15 Transmit Clock 12 Transmit Clock
17 Receive Clock 9 Receive Clock
20 Data Terminal Ready 23 Data Terminal Ready
22 Ring Indicator (Not supported)
24 External Clock

2.4.3 Network Setup

The network setup for the Longport consists of first, making the Ethernet connection
from the external network to the chassis, and second, manually configuring each PCM
with the correct IP address using the Longport GUI.

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2.4.3.1 Making Ethernet Connection

Each PCM has two Ethernet connections through its backplane connector. The ESM is
the LAN switch for routing data to and from the PCMs onto an external LAN. The ESM
connections to the external network are available through four RJ-45 connectors on the
rear of the chassis. The ESM is programmed by default to provide VLAN-A, which
connects Eth0 on the PCM and the top two RJ-45 Ethernet ports on the rear of the
chassis, and VLAN-B, which connects Eth1 on the PCM and the bottom two RJ-45
Ethernet ports on the rear of the chassis.

The ESM supports auto cross over, therefore cross over cables are not required to
connect to another switch or hub. The external RJ-45 jacks are wired as end stations, so a
straight-through connection is needed to connect a jack to an external network. The pin-
out for the RJ-45 jacks is listed in Table 2-5.

Table 2-5: RJ-45 10/100/1000 Base-T Pin-out

Pin Number Wire Coloring

1 White – Orange
2 Orange
3 White – Green
4 Blue
5 White – Blue
6 Green
7 White – Brown
8 Brown

Perform the following steps to make a connection to the RJ-45 jack on the rear of the
chassis:

1. Push a cable with a male end connector into the jack (with the locking tab
correctly oriented) until the connector clicks into place.

2. Pull gently on the cable to determine whether or not the locking connection was
made. The cable should remain firmly in the jack.

3. To remove the cable from the RJ-45 jack, press the locking tab on the male
connector, and then pull the connector and cable out.

The Longport accepts an Ethernet connection at any time and begins network
communication as soon as the connection is made.

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2.4.3.2 IP Address Configuration

The IP addresses for the Ethernet ports on the PCM(s) will need to be configured
manually if not using DHCP. The PCM is configured with a factory preset IP address for
each Ethernet port. The same default IP addresses are used on every PCM. If a Longport
Chassis contains multiple PCMs, the IP address on each PCM should be configured
correctly before being connected to the external, system network.

The factory preset IP addresses for a PCM are 192.168.1.1 for Eth0 and 192.168.2.1 for
Eth1. To configure the IP address for a configuration with a single PCM, perform the
following steps:

1. Apply power to the Longport chassis by pressing the power switch on the front
of each PSM in the chassis to the ON position (the top half of the switch is
pushed in and the switch illuminates red).

2. Verify the ESM and PCM have power by observing the LEDs.

3. Configure the IP address for the Ethernet ports of the PCM located in slot M1.

For a Longport chassis configuration with multiple PCMs, the IP address on the PCMs
must be configured one at a time. As per the steps for installing the PCM in Section 2.3.4,
PCMs which are installed in slots M2 to M6 should not be connected to the backplane in
the chassis, only placed into the slots in the chassis. These PCMs will be fully installed
into the chassis when performing the IP address configuration procedure that follows.

To configure the IP addresses for a configuration with multiple PCMs, perform the
following steps:

1. Apply power to the Longport chassis by pressing the power switch on the front
of each PSM in the chassis to the ON position (the top half of the switch is
pushed in and the switch will illuminate red).

2. Verify the ESM and PCM located in slot M1 have power by observing the LEDs.

3. Configure the IP address for the Ethernet ports of the PCM located in slot M1.

4. Once the IP address has been configured, reset the PCM in slot M1 by using the
GUI menu option or by pressing the Reset button located on the front of the
PCM.

5. Locate the PCM in the next slot Mx (moving left to right) where x is 2 to 6.

6. Follow steps 4 – 7 of Section 2.3.1 to fully install the PCM in the chassis.

7. Verify the PCM in slot Mx has power by observing the LEDs.

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8. Configure the IP address for the Ethernet ports of the PCM located in slot Mx.

9. Once the IP address has been configured, reset the PCM in slot Mx by using the
GUI menu option or by pressing the Reset button located on the front of the
PCM.

Repeat steps 5 – 11 for the remaining PCMs in the Longport Chassis.

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This section describes the Longport hardware components and interfaces. It is intended
as an overview in order to familiarize the user with the Longport. Refer to SUN2905 -
Longport Operators Manual for detailed operating instructions of the Longport.

3.1 Longport Chassis with Backplane

The Longport Chassis is a 19” rack mountable enclosure that includes slots for one ESM,
up to six PCMs, and one or two PSMs. The Longport chassis slots are labeled at the top
of the enclosure to indicate which type of module should be installed in that position.

The external connectors of the Longport support the following interfaces:

 Up to four (4) LAN connections

 Serial channels, four (4) per PCM (DB-25 connectors)

 •AC power input (one or two for dual power supply configurations)

The backplane DIP switch on the rear of the chassis is used to configure the single or
dual power supply configuration (refer to Section 2.2.1 for details). An external ground
point is also provided. Each AC supply input has two fuses to provide protection from
over-current. The fuses are located below the three-prong AC power connector.

3.2 Filler Module

Filler Modules are used to cover any empty chassis slot. In a minimum Longport
configuration of one ESM, one PCM, and one PSM, a total of six Filler modules can be
used to cover the empty chassis slots.

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3.3 Power Supply Module

The PSM accepts universal input from 100VAC to 240VAC with frequencies of 47Hz –
63Hz and is auto-ranging. The PSM is a hot-swappable component.

The Power Activation Switch located on the front of the PSM (Figure 3-1) initiates
power for the Longport. The power is on when the switch is toggled to the I (up)
position, and power is off when the switch is toggled to the 0 (down) position.

Captive Thumb
Screw

Power Activation
Switch

Ejector

Figure 3-1: Power Supply Module (PSM)

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3.4 Ethernet Switch Module

The ESM (Figure 3-2) is a hot-swappable network switch that supports 10/100/1000
Base-T Ethernet on the chassis backplane and the four switch ports at the rear of the
system. The ESM, combined with the Longport chassis, provides a local Ethernet
network through which data can be transferred using standard TCP/ IP and UDP/IP
communication protocols. The ESM is programmable to provide two Virtual LANs
(VLAN), VLAN-A and VLAN-B, which separate Ethernet 0 (Eth0) and Ethernet 1
(Eth1) LANs for the PCMs.

Captive Thumb
Screw

Status LEDs

Ethernet Switch Port #5

(maintenance port)

Reset Button

Ejector

Figure 3-2: Ethernet Switch Module (ESM)

The ESM has a set of 16 LEDs to denote the link status or activity of the following:

 The four Ethernet switch ports (Eth1 – Eth4) on the rear of the chassis

 The two Ethernet ports of each of the possible six PCMs

The RJ-45 Ethernet switch port on the front of the ESM (with the labels Maint and Eth
5) is a Maintenance port only and should not be connected to the network LAN for
general system use.

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The ESM has a hardware reset capability via a pin-hole Reset button.

3.5 Processor Card Module

The hot-swappable PCM (Figure 3-3) provides four bi-directional, independent interface
connections to the serial channels and two 10/100 Base –T Ethernet ports (Eth0 and
Eth1) to the chassis backplane.

Captive Thumb
Screw

Status LEDs

Mini-USB (maintenance
port)
USB Port

Reset Button

Ejector

Figure 3-3: Processor Card Module (PCM)

A mini-USB maintenance port is provided for debug purposes and should only be used
under the direction of Sunhillo support. The PCM has hardware reset capability via a pin-
hole Reset button. The USB port is used for software upgrades, downloading log files,
and to configure other options (refer to SUN2905 - Longport Operators Manual for details).

The PCM has a set of 12 LEDs to denote the status or activity of the following:

 Power

 Module State (online)

 Ethernet port (Eth0 and Eth1) link and activity status (two indicators)

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 Four serial channel transmit and receive signals (eight indicators total)

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The Longport PCM’s Ethernet ports are set to the following default IP addresses:

 Eth0 = 192.168.1.1

 Eth1 = 192.168.2.1

There are two methods available for changing the Ethernet and network address port
addresses:

1. Using a USB-enabled flash drive (recommended)

2. Via the Longport’s Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Note

The methods outlined in this document apply to IPv4 settings. If you need
to set your Longport to use IPv6 addressing, please refer to SUN2905 –
Longport Operator’s Manual.

4.1 Setting Network Addresses via the USB

Drive

The network addresses and firewall settings can be configured per Ethernet port using the
ethx.txt file on a USB flash drive. The x in the ethx.txt file name is either a 0 (zero) for
Ethernet port 0 or a 1 for Ethernet port 1. The network address configuration includes
the IP, netmask, and gateway addresses. The following services are enabled or disabled
per Ethernet port: ftp, telnet, ssh, NTP, SNMP, https, and http for the port firewall
settings. The ethx.txt must reside in the /prod directory on the USB.

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The following steps detail how to configure the network addresses and/or firewall
settings via USB:

 Create the ethx.txt file (where ‘x’ is 0 for Ethernet port 0 or 1 for Ethernet port
1). The contents of the file are not case-sensitive.

 If configuring the network addresses:

 The format of the contents of the ethx.txt file is the following:

IPADDR= xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

NETMASK = xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

GATEWAY= xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is a valid address for each configuration item.

 If configuring the firewall settings:

 To lock down the port, the ethx.txt file should contain the following:
SERVICES=“disable”.

 To disable the firewall on the port, the ethx.txt file should contain the
following: SERVICES=“enable”.

 Create the directory /prod on the root directory of the USB flash drive.

 Copy the ethx.txt file to the /prod directory on the USB flash drive.

 Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the PCM. The module will
automatically copy the files and perform the configuration.

 The LEDs will indicate the status (in progress, complete, or error) of the
Ethernet port configuration.

 Remove the USB flash drive from the USB slot once the LEDs indicate that the
update is complete.

 Reboot the PCM by pressing the reset button on the front panel.

Both Ethernet ports can be configured at the same time by creating and copying eth0.txt
and eth1.txt to the USB and following the steps outlined earlier.

If an error occurs during the network address configuration or lock down operations (as
indicated by the error status on the LEDs), the eth-cfg.log file contains the cause of the
failure. The eth-cfg.log file is created by the Longport software during the update and
located on the USB flash drive in the /prod/log directory.

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4.1.1 LED Indicators

During the network address updates, the LEDs will indicate progress/errors as follows:

LEDs alternate between all green and all off when an update via USB flash drive is in
progress:

CH1RX CH1TX

CH2RX CH2TX

CH3RX CH3TX

CH4RX CH4TX

If an error other than a checksum error occurs, the transmit (CHxTX) and receive
(CHxRX) LEDs alternate between all red and all off. If a checksum error occurs, only
the receive LEDs alternate between all red and all off:

CH1RX CH1TX

CH2RX CH2TX

CH3RX CH3TX

CH4RX CH4TX

When the contents of the USB have been copied successfully, the LEDs blink green in
alternating columns:

CH1RX CH1TX

CH2RX CH2TX

CH3RX CH3TX

CH4RX CH4TX

4.2 Setting Network Addresses via the Gui

Using an Ethernet cable for a direct LAN connection, the Longport GUI can be started
over an HTTPS Web browser session. The GUI screens are compliant with most
modern Web browsers that have JavaScript enabled and accept cookies, however the
system has been tested to run on Microsoft Internet Explorer (v9 or higher) and Google
Chrome.

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Note

JavaScript must be enabled in the Web browser on the system where the
GUI is to be run. The browser must also accept cookies for the GUI login
to work correctly. Enable these features on the target computer before
continuing. Refer to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer help site, Google’s
Chrome help site, or your IT department’s support team for assistance with
enabling the necessary features.

To invoke the Longport configuration interface, perform the following:

1. For a direct connection to the Longport, configure the network settings on the
computer to use a static IP address.

2. Configure the IP, Netmask, and Gateway addresses on the computer with the
correct settings to communicate with the Longport either through a direct
connection or over a network.

3. Plug one end of the Ethernet patch cable into the computer on which the Web
browser is installed.

4. Plug the other end of the cable into the RJ45 port labeled Eth0 on the front of
the Longport chassis.

5. Launch the Web browser and enter the following address:

https://Longport IP address/

Longport IP address is the IP address assigned to the Longport’s Eth0

port.

Note

To ensure there are no IP conflicts within the Longport chassis, each PCM
requires a separate login to a separate IP address. The factory preset IP
addresses for the PCM are 192.168.1.1 for Eth0 and 192.168.2.1 for Eth1.
These addresses should be modified using the Network Config screen, which
is described in Section 4.1 of SUN2905 – Longport Operators Manual.

Upon launching the GUI, the Status screen is displayed. The Log In link is located in the
upper right corner of the screen. Refer to Section 3.1.2 of SUN2905 – Longport Operators
Manual for detailed information on logging into the GUI.

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