5000 Installation

Router 5000 Family
Installation Guide
Router 5012 (3C13701)

Router 5232 (3C13751)
Router 5642 (3C13755)
Router 5682 (3C13759)
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Part No. 10014373

Published October 2004
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CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCING THE ROUTER 5000 FAMILY

Router 5000 Family Software 4
Router 5000 Family Hardware 4
Router 5012 Hardware 6
2 INTRODUCING ROUTER 5012 SICS

1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC 13
1-Port Serial SIC 15
2-Port ISDN S/T SIC 19
2-port ISDN U SIC 19
1-Port Fractional E1 SIC 23
1-Port Fractional T1 SIC 28
1 Port Analog Modem SIC 30
3 INTRODUCING ROUTER 5000 FAMILY MIMS

2-port 10/100BASE-T MIM 33
10/100/1000 MIM 34
4-Port Serial MIM 35
2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM 38
2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM 43
4-port ISDN S/T MIM 45
Encryption Accelerator MIM 48
NDEC MIMM 50
1-Port Channelized E3 MIMM 50
1-Port Channelized T3 MIMM 52
ADSL MIMM 53
4 INSTALLING THE ROUTER

Preparing to Install the Router 57
Mounting the Router in a Rack 60
Installing the Router on the Workbench 61
Connecting the Power Cable 61
Connecting the Router to the Console Terminal 61
Installing SICs and MIMs 62
Connecting the Router to the Ethernet 63
Connecting the Router to the WAN 64
Verifying the Installation 65
5 BOOTING AND CONFIGURING THE ROUTER

Connecting the Router to a Local Console Terminal 67
Connecting the Router to a Remote Console Terminal 67
Setting the Parameters of the Console Terminal 68
Powering on the Router 71
Startup Process 72
Configuration Fundamentals of the Router 72
Naming and Arranging Interfaces 74
6 MAINTAINING THE ROUTER

Introduction 75
7 TROUBLESHOOTING
The Power LED is Off. 85
Nothing is Displayed on the Terminal after Power-On 85
Illegible Characters Display on the Terminal after Power-On 86
Repeated Reboot 86
Troubleshooting SICs and MIMs 86
A CABLE SPECIFICATIONS
Console Cable 89
AUX Cable 90
Ethernet Cable 90
Serial Interface Cable 91
Dumb Terminal Adapter 96
E1 Cable 96
T1 Cable 97
ISDN cables 97
A OBTAINING SUPPORT FOR YOUR PRODUCT

Register Your Product 99
Purchase Value-Added Services 99
Troubleshoot Online 99
Access Software Downloads 99
Telephone Technical Support and Repair 100
Contact Us 100
INTRODUCING THE ROUTER 5000
1 FAMILY
Routers in the 3Com Router 5000 Family support two types of interface modules:
■ Smart Interface Cards (SICs) — small WAN cards
■ Multifunctional Interface Modules (MIMs) — larger WAN cards
The routers can be flexibly configured by changing or extending SICs or MIMs, to

provide different functions. Your router provides slots for the following modules:
■ Router 5012 — 2 SICs and 1 MIM

■ Router 5232— 3 MIMs
■ Router 5642 — 4 MIMs
■ Router 5682 — 8 MIMs
See Chapter 2 for the list of SICs that are supported for the Router 5012.
See Chapter 3 for the MIMs that are supported for all Router 5000 Family routers.
Software features of the Router 5000 Family include:

■ WAN routing capability — Router 5000 Family routers provide full routing of IP
using RIP, OSPF, IPX or BGP-4. They also provide WAN support for ISDN, Frame
Relay, X.25, PPP, PPPoE, MP, E1, T1, HDLC/SDLC, Sync / Async, Ethernet
(broadband)
■ Security — Router 5000 Family routers offer RADIUS authentication, advanced
filtering, firewall, and support for VPN protocols, including IPSec with IKE, GRE
and L2TP
■ Powerful backup functionality — Router 5000 Family routers support interface
backup, link backup and route backup. The backup can be between a leased
line and a dialup line, between a leased line and a virtual link, or between
dialup lines. The Router 5000 Family supports mutual backup between such
networks as leased line, X.25, PSTN, ISDN, and Frame Relay.
■ Voice / Data Convergence — Router 5000 Family routers support QoS,
Multicast, 802.1q VLAN, multi-links, load balancing and compression
■ Resilience — Router 5000 Family routers support Virtual Router Redundancy
(VRRP), Backup Center (Configuration / Port), dial on demand routing, and
multilink
■ E1/CE1/PRI and CT1/PRI compatibility — Router 5000 Family routers provide
CE1 (channelized E1) access, and the CE1 interface is compatible with the E1
interface. In addition, the ISDN PRI function can be implemented on the CE1
interface. CT1 (channelized T1) access is also provided and the CT1 interface is
compatible with the PRI interface. This compatibility allows one card to be used
for multiple purposes.
4 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE ROUTER 5000 FAMILY
■ 5012High density ports — The Router 5682 supports a 28 2Mbps sync serial
port, which can connect to leased line, Frame Relay, and X.25 networks.
■ Fast Ethernet access — Router 5000 Family routers support 100 Mbps access to
the local Ethernet and flexible networking configuration.
Router 5000 Family The Router 5000 Family software operates in Synchronous Dynamic Random
Software Access Memory (SDRAM). Flash memory stores router program files and
configuration files. Boot ROM stores boot and initialization programs.
Data Security The Router 5000 Family routers provides data security through the following
features:
■ Authentication protocols, such as Password Authentication Protocol (PAP),
Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP), and Remote
Authentication Dial In User Service (RADIUS)
■ Firewall and packet filtering to prevent intrusions from external networks
■ Virtual Private Network (VPN) for example, GRE, L2TP; IP Security (IPSec); and
Internet Key Exchange (IKE) technologies, to guarantee the security of the
network in the Internet environment
■ Backup solutions based on backup center technology
Online Upgrades Application and configuration software can be upgraded online with 512 KB Boot
ROM and 32MB Flash memory.
Router 5000 Family The Router 5000 Family routers share the following hardware features:
Hardware n Fixed ports
n Power supply and protection ground
n LEDs
Fixed Ports The Router 5000 Family routers provide the following fixed ports:
n Console port
n AUX port
n Ethernet port
Table 1 lists the attributes of the Router 5000 Family console port.
Table 1 Router 5000 Family Console Port Specifications
Attribute Description
Connector type RJ-45
Interface standard Asynchronous EIA/TIA-232
Baud rate 9600 to 115200 bps
Default 9600 bps Services supported
Connecting with character terminal Connecting with serial ports of the local PCs
and operating the terminal emulation
program on the PCs
Router 5000 Family Hardware 5
Table 1 Router 5000 Family Console Port Specifications
Command line interface
Table 2 lists the attributes of the Router 5000 Family AUX port.
Table 2 Router 5000 Family AUX Port Specifications
Interface standard Asynchronous EIA/TIA-232
Baud rate 300 to 115.2 kbps
Services supported Modem dial-up
Backup Operating as the console port when the CON
fails
Protocols supported PPP
SLIP MP
Table 3 lists the attributes of the Router 5000 Family Ethernet port.
Table 3 Router 5000 Family Ethernet Port Specifications
Interface type MDI
Frame format supported Ethernet _ II
Ethernet _ SNAP IEEE 802.2
IEEE 802.3 Operating mode
10/100BASE-T Mbps autosensing Full duplex/half duplex
Network protocol supported IP, Novell IPX
Power Supply and Table 4 lists specifications for the Router 5000 Family power supply and protection
Protection Ground ground.
Table 4 Router 5000 Family Power Supply and Protection Ground
Item Description
Power supply input Rated Voltage: 100-240V, a.c. 50/60Hz
Max. voltage 90-264V a.c.50/60Hz
Protection ground Connecting to ground through ground wire.
LEDs Table below describes the LEDs on the Router 5012
POWER ON — The module (MIM or SIC) is operating

normally.
OFF — No module is installed in the current
slot or the MIM is not operating normally.
SYSTEM Flashing-unit is operating normally
OFF-power is Off
WAN Flashing-data is being transmitted from local

WAN port
OFF-no data transmitted on WAN port
LAN Flashing-Data is being transmitted on local
Ethernet port
OFF-no data is being transmitted on local
Ethernet port
SLOT 1-3 ON-The MIM the SIC is powered and
operating normally.
OFF-No module is installed in the current slot
or the module is not operating normally.
Table 5 describes the LEDs on the Router 5232, 5642, 5682 routers.
Table 5 Router 5232, 5642, 5682 LEDs
POWER ON — The module (MIM or SIC) is operating
normally.
OFF — No module is installed in the current
slot or the MIM is not operating normally.
SYSTEM Flashing-unit is operating normally
OFF-power is Off
READY ON-Module found in particular slot
OFF-No module found in particular slot
ACTIVE Flashing-Data is being transmitted by module
in corresponding slot
OFF-no data is being transmitted in
corresponding slot
OFF — The module in the corresponding slot ACTIVE
is running abnormally or no module is
installed.
(not on Router 5012) Data transmission LED
Flashing green — Data is being transmitted by OFF — No data is being transmitted by the
the module in the corresponding slot. module in the corresponding slot.
SERIAL0 (Router 5012 only)
Fixed serial port LED — Shows the status of OFF — No data is being transmitted.
data that is transmitting on the serial ports.
Flashing green — Data is being transmitted. ETHERNET0/LAN
Fixed Ethernet port LED — Shows the status of OFF — No data is being transmitted.
data transmission on the fixed Ethernet port.
Flashing green — data is being transmitted. SYSTEM
Hardware system operating LED Flashing green — The system is operating
normally.
ON or OFF — The system is operating POWER
abnormally.
System power LED ON — Power is on.
OFF — Power is off.
Router 5012 Hardware The Router 5012 can function as a small-sized access router by connecting to a
leased line or Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) through asynchronous
serial ports.
The Router 5012 has four fixed ports and three slots.
Figure 1 illustrates the front of the Router 5012.
Figure 1 Front View of the Router 5012
Figure 2 illustrates the back of the Router 5012.
Figure 2 Back View of the Router 5012
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System Specifications Table 6 lists system specifications for the Router 5012
Table 6 System Specifications for the Router 5012
Item Description
Fixed ports 1 AUX port
1 Console port
1 LAN port
1 Console port 1 Synchronous/ asynchronous serial port
1 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port Slots
1 Encryption Accelerator MIM 2 SIC
Processor MPC8241 (200Mhz)
Boot ROM 512 KB
SDRAM 128 MB
Flash memory 32 MB
Power supply (external) Rated voltage: 100-240 V a.c.; 50/60 Hz
Maximum tolerance: 90-264 V a.c.; 50/60 Hz Input current: 1 to 0.5 A
Output voltage: 12 V d.c. Output current: 4 A
Max. power 40W
Dimensions (W x H x D) 376.2 x 79.4 x 287.9 mm (15 x 3.2 x 11.3 in),
including feet pads
Weight 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs)
Operating relative temperature 0 to 400 C
Operating humidity 5% to 85% (non-condensing)
Fixed Serial Port In addition to the fixed ports described in “Router 5000 Family Hardware”, the
Router 5012 provides a fixed synchronous/asynchronous serial port.
Table 7 lists the attributes of the Router 5012 synchronous/asynchronous serial

port.
Table 7 Synchronous/Asynchronous Serial Port Specifications
Description Attribute Synchronous Asynchronous

Connector type DB-50
Interface V.24 V.35 EIA/TIA-232
standard and
operating mode
DTE, DCE DTE DCE
Minimum baud 1200 1200 1200 300
rate (bps)
Maximum baud 64 k 2.048 M 2.048 M 115.2 k
rate (bps)
Services Leased line backup Modem dial-up
supported
Terminal Access Backup
Dumb terminal
access
Protocols Point-to-Point PPP
supported Protocol (PPP)
Serial Line
Multilink PPP (MP) Internet Protocol
(SLIP)
Link Access
Procedure, MP
Balanced (LAPB)
High-Level Data
Link Control
(HDLC)
Synchronous Data
Link Control
(SDLC)
X.25 (ITU-T X
series
Recommendation)
Frame Relay
Router 5232 Hardware The Router 5232 has four fixed ports and three slots.
Figure 3 illustrates the front panel of the Router 5232.
Figure 3 Front Panel of the Router 5232
1 2 3 LAN
Figure 4 illustrates the back panel of the Router 5232.
Figure 4 Back Panel of the Router 5232 with MIMs installed

System Specifications Table 8 lists the systems specifications for the Router 5232.
Item Router 5232 specifications

1 CONSOLE port
2 LAN port
Slots 3 (MIM)
Processor MPC 8245 300 MHz (AC power supply)
NVRAM 128 KB
Boot ROM 512 KB
SDRAM 256 MB
Flash 32 MB
Dimensions 442 x 44.4 x 413 mm (17.5 x 1.8 x 16.25 in)
(W x H x D) excluding rubber feet
Weight 8kg (17.64 lbs)
Input voltage Rated voltage: 100-240 V a.c.; 50/60 Hz
Maximum tolerance: 90-264 V a.c.; 50/60 Hz
Max. power 80 W
Operating temperature 0 to 40O C
Operating humidity 5 to 85% (non-condensing)
Router 5642 Hardware The Router 5642 has two fixed ports and four slots.
Figure 6 illustrates the back panel of the Router 5642 with MIM cards installed.
Figure 6 Back Panel of the Router 5642
System Specifications Table 9 lists system specifications for the Router 5642.

1 CONSOLE port
Slots 4 (MIM)
Processor MPC 8245 300 MHz
NVRAM 128 KB
Table 9 System Specifications for the Router 5642 (continued)

1 CONSOLE port
Boot ROM 512 KB
SDRAM 256 MB
Flash 32 MB
Weight 8 kg (17.64 lbs)
Max. power 80 W
Router 5682 Hardware The Router 5682 has two fixed ports and eight slots.
Figure 8 illustrates the back panel of the Router 5682 with MIM cards installed.
Figure 8 Back Panel of the Router 5682
System Specifications Table 10 lists system specifications for the Router R5682.

1 console port
Slots 8 (MIM)
Processor MPC 8245 300 MHz (AC power supply and
DC power supply)
NVRAM 128 KB
Boot ROM 512 KB

1 console port
SDRAM 256 MB
Flash 32 MB
Weight 14 kg (30.86 lbs)
Max. power 120 W
INTRODUCING ROUTER 5012 SICS
2
The Router 5012 has 2 smart interface card (SIC) slots. You can install any two of
the following SICs in your Router 5012 router:
■ Ethernet interface card
■ 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC
■ WAN interface card
■ 1-Port Serial SIC
■ 2-Port ISDN S/T SIC
■ 2-Port ISDN U SIC
■ 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
■ 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC
■ 1-Port Analog Modem SIC
1-port 10/100 BASE-T The 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC enables communication between routers and LANs
SIC and supports the following functions:
■ An effective transmission distance of 100 meters over category-5 twisted pair
cables.
■ Operation at the speed of 10Mbps or 100Mbps autosensing.
■ Support for both full duplex and half-duplex operating modes.
You can install only one 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC in the Router 5012 and it can
only be installed in SLOT 2.
Figure 9 shows the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC
Figure 9 1-Port 10/100 BASE-T SIC

14 CHAPTER 2: INTRODUCING ROUTER 5012 SICS
Features Table 11 lists features of the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC.
Table 11 Features of the 1-Port 10/100 BASE-T SIC
Feature Description
Interface type MDI
Number of connector 1
Cable type Standard Ethernet cable
Operating mode 10/100BASE-T Mbps autosensing
Full- duplex/half-duplex Supported frame format
Ethernet_II Ethernet_SNAP
IEEE 802.2 IEEE 802.3
Supported network protocol IP
Novell IPX
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 10 illustrates the front panel of the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC.
Figure 10 Front Panel of the 1-Port 10/100 BASE-T SIC
Table 12 lists the status descriptions of the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC LEDs.
Table 12 1-Port 10/100 BASE-T SIC LEDs
Off: The link is not connected.
LINK Yellow: The link is connected.
Off: No data is being transmitted.
ACT Flashing yellow: Data is being Transmitted.
Cables 3Com recommends that you use category-5 twisted pair cable to connect the
10BASE-T /100BASE-TX Ethernet interface to the Ethernet, as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11 Ethernet Cable
Ethernet cables are grouped into two types; standard network cables and
crossover cables:
■ Standard network cable, or straight-through cable — The wire sequences of
the twisted pair cable are terminated by RJ-45 connectors at both ends, which
are identical. This cable connects the terminals, such as PCs and routers, to
hubs or LAN switches. A standard network cable is shipped with the Router
5012.
■ Crossover cable — The wire sequences of the twisted pair cable are terminated
by RJ-45 connectors that are different at either end. This type of cable can
connect terminal equipment, such as PCs and routers, to other terminal
equipment. You can create this kind of cable yourself, if necessary.
The 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC ships with the interface cables. While preparing
network cables, use the shielded cable first to ensure electromagnetic
compatibility.
To connect the Ethernet cable:

1 Power off the router.
2 If the Ethernet cable is a standard, straight-through cable, plug one end of the
cable into the Ethernet port of the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC and the other end
into the hub or LAN switch.
3 Check the SLOT2 LED on the front panel of the router after you power on the
router. If the LED is on, the interface card has passed the power-on self-test
(POST). If the LED is off, the POST failed and you should contact your Service
representative.
4 Check the status of LINK LED on the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC panel. If the LED is
on, the link is connected. If it is off, the link is not connected. Check the cables
and the connections.
1-Port Serial SIC The main functions of the 1-Port Serial SIC are:
■ Transmisson and processing of synchronous or asynchronous serial data
streams
■ Operation in different modes, such as DTE/DCE, depending on the applications
■ Automatic detection of the type of external cable without manual
configuration
■ Local loop and remote loopback to facilitate fault testing and locating.
In different operating modes, a serial port supports different signal standards and
baud rates. The maximum transmission distance of the signals is related to the
baud rate setting. Table 13 lists the relations between cable type, baud rate setting
and signal transmission distance.
Table 13 Baud Rate and Transmission Distance of V.24 (EIA/TIA-232)/V.35 Cable
V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) V.35

Maximum Maximum
Transmission Transmission
Baud Rate (bps) Distance (m) Baud Rate (bps) Distance (m)
2400 60 2400 1250
4800 60 4800 625
9600 30 9600 312
19200 30 19200 156
38400 20 38400 78
Table 13 Baud Rate and Transmission Distance of V.24 (EIA/TIA-232)/V.35 Cable
V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) V.35

Maximum Maximum
Transmission Transmission
Baud Rate (bps) Distance (m) Baud Rate (bps) Distance (m)
64000 20 56000 60
115200 10 64000 50
- - 2048000 30
The baud rate cannot exceed 64 kbps if the V.24 cable is used and the interface
operates in synchronous mode.
Introduction to DTE and The synchronous serial port supports both data terminal equipment (DTE) and
DCE data circuit-terminating equipment (DCE) operating modes. If two devices are
directly connected and one operates in the DTE mode, the other will operate in
the DCE mode. The DCE device provides the synchronous clock and specifies the
communication rate. The DTE device receives the synchronous clock and
communicates at the specified rate. Generally, the router is used as a DTE device.
To make sure that the device is a DTE or DCE, refer to the manual shipped with
this device. Table 14 provides additional information to help you identify the type
of the device.
Table 14 Typical DTE and DCE Equipment
Equipment type Interface type Typical equipment

DTE male PC, router
DCE female modem, multiplexer,
CSU/DSU
An asynchronous serial port is generally used as dialing port and is connected to a

modem or a terminal adapter (TA). In this case, regardless of the operating mode
of the device, you need to select only the appropriate baud rate for the port.
Figure 12 illustrates the 1-Port Serial SIC.
Figure 12 1-Port Serial SIC

Features Table 15 lists features of the 1-Port Serial SIC

Table 15 Features of the 1-Port Serial SIC
Description
Feature Synchronous Asynchronous
Connector Type DB-50
Number of 1
Connectors
Cable Type V.24 V.35 DTE Cable
(EIA/TIA-232)
V.35 DCE Cable
DTE Cable
V.24
(EIA/TIA-232 DCE
Cable
Interface V.24 V.35 EIA/TIA -232
Standard and
Operation Mode DTE, DCE DTE DCE
Minimum Baud 1200 1200 1200 300
Rate (bps)
Maximum Baud 64k 2.048M 2.048M 115.2k
Rate (bps)
Supported leased line modem dial-up
Service
terminal dumb terminal
accessing accessing
backup asynchronous
leased line
backup
Supported PPP PPP
Protocol
MP SLIP
LAPB MP
HDLC
SDLC
X.25
Frame Relay
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 13 illustrates the front panel of the 1-Port Serial SIC.
Figure 13 Front Panel of the 1-Port Serial SIC

Table 16 lists status descriptions of the 1-Port Serial SIC LEDs.

Table 16 1-Port Serial SIC LEDs
Off: The Link is not connected.
LINK Yellow: Link is connected.
ACT Flashing yellow: The data is being transmitted.
Cables The 1-Port Serial SIC cable is a serial port cable. There are four possible cables that
you can use with the 1-Port Serial SIC. You must order the cable you need from
3Com when you order the interface card. To prevent damage to your router and
to avoid voiding your warranty, use only the appropriate cable supplied by 3Com.
The end of these cables that connects to the router has a DB-50 connector. The
type of network connector depends on the line type or the type of device at the
network end. These cables are described in Table 17 and are illustrated in
Figure 14, Figure 15, Figure 16, and Figure 17.
Table 17 1-Port Serial SIC Cables
Cable Network connector

V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DTE Cable DB-25 (male)
V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DCE Cable DB-25 (female)
V.35 DTE Cable 34-pin (male)
V.35 DCE Cable 34-pin (female)
Figure 14 V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DTE Cable
DB25 Male
DB50 Male Label Enlarged B side
Enlarged A side
Figure 15 V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DCE Cable
DB25 Female
Enlarged A side DB50 Male Label Enlarged B side
2-Port ISDN S/T SIC 19
Figure 16 V.35 DTE Cable

V.35 Male
DB50 Male Label
Enlarged A side Enlarged B side
Figure 17 V.35 DCE Cable
V.35 Female
To avoid damage to the equipment and ports, do not insert or unplug the serial
cables when the router is powered on.
To connect the cable to the 1-Port Serial SIC:

1 Power off the router
2 Insert the DB-50 connector of the synchronous/asynchronous serial port cable into
the DB-50 port on the 1-Port Serial SIC.
3 Connect the other end of the serial interface cable to one of the following devices:
■ A CSU/DSU if the WAN is a leased line.
■ The serial port of the analog modem if the WAN is a dialing line.
4 Power on the router, and check the corresponding LED on the front panel of the
router. If the LED is green, the SIC passed the POST and can operate normally. If
the LED is OFF, the SIC failed the POST. In this case, contact your Service
representative.
5 Check the status of the LINK LED on the 1-Port Serial SIC panel. If the LINK LED is
green, the link is connected. If the LINK LED is OFF, the link is not connected. In
this case, check the cable and its connections.
2-Port ISDN S/T SIC The main functions of the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC are to transmit and process the ISDN
BRI S/T data stream on 2 channels. The 2-port ISDN S/T SIC has both dialing and
leased line operating modes.
2-port ISDN U SIC The main functions of the 2-port ISDN U SIC are to transmit and process 2
channels of ISDN BRI U data stream.
The 2-port ISDN U SIC has both dialing and leased line operating modes.
Figure 18 illustrates the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC.
Figure 18 The 2-Port ISDN S/T SIC
Figure 19 illustrates the 2-port ISDN U SIC.
Figure 19 The 2-Port ISDN U SIC

2-port ISDN U SIC 21
Features Table 18 lists features of the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-port ISDN U SIC.
Table 18 Features of the 2-Port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-Port ISDN U SIC
Feature Description
Number of connectors 2
Cable type Telephone cable with ferrite core
Protocol standard Comply with the ITU-T I.430, Q.921, and
Q.931 Recommendations.
Operation mode ISDN dialing mode
ISDN leased line mode Supported service
ISDN ISDN complementary services
Multi-user number Sub-address
Backup Supported protocol
PPP over ISDN MP
Q.921 Q.931
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 20 illustrates the front panel of the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC.
Figure 20 Front Panel 2-Port ISDN S/T SIC
Figure 21 illustrates the front panel of the 2-port ISDN U SIC.
Figure 21 Front Panel 2-Port ISDN U SIC

Table 19 lists status descriptions of the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-port ISDN U SIC
LEDs.
Table 19 2-Port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-Port ISDN U SIC LEDs
Off: The B1 channel is idle.
Flashing yellow: The B1 channel is occupied
B1 and data is being transmitted.
Off: The B2 channel is idle.
Flashing yellow: The B2 channel is occupied
B2 and data is being transmitted.
Off: The channel is not active
Flashing yellow: The channel is activating
ACT Green: The channel is active.
Off: The power is off.
ON Yellow: The power is on.
■ For ISDN, “active” describes the action or process that a terminal device uses to
synchronize the network clock.
■ To decrease power consumption of the exchange device, the terminals and
network port should be deactivated.
The 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-port ISDN U SIC use telephone cable with a ferrite
core. This cable ships with the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-port ISDN U SIC.
To avoid plugging the cable into the wrong connectors and damaging the SIC or
the router host, identify the mark on the SIC before connecting the cable.
When the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-port ISDN U SIC interface cables are used
outdoors, 3Com recommends that you install a lightning arrester on the input end
of the cable to minimize the risk of lightning damage.
To connect the cable to the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and 2-port ISDN U SIC:
1 Confirm the type of the ISDN line.
3 Connect the cable.
■ For the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC — If the line uses the ISDN U interface, use NT1 for
conversion. Connect one end of the telephone cable into the BRI S/T port of
the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and the other end into the NT1.
If the line uses the ISDN S/T interface, directly insert the cable end with ferrite
core into the BRI S/T port of the 2-port ISDN S/T SIC and the other end into the
ISDN S/T port.
■ For the 2-port ISDN U SIC — If the line uses the ISDN U interface, directly insert
the cable with ferrite core into the BRI U port of the 2-port ISDN U SIC interface
card and the other end into the ISDN U port.
If the line uses the ISDN S/T interface, contact your Service representative and
replace the interface card with 2-port ISDN S/T SIC.
4 Power on the router and check the corresponding LED on the front panel of the
router. If the LED is green, the SIC passed the POST and can operate normally. If
the LED is off, the SIC failed the POST. Contact your Service representative.
5 Check the ON LED on the interface card panel. If it is green, the interface card is
powered on. If it is off, contact your Service representative.
1-Port Fractional E1 The main functions of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC are:
SIC ■ Transceiving and processing the E1 data stream.
■ Providing channelized E1 access.
■ Providing remote loopback and local loop functions to facilitate fault-testing
and locating.
■ The 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC binds channels into one channel with a speed of
nx64 K, where n=1-31.
Figure 22 illustrates the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC.
Figure 22 The 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
Features Table 20 lists features of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC.

Table 20 Features of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
Feature Description
Connector type DB-15
Interface standard G.703, G.704
Interface rate 2.048 Mbps
Cable type 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable (DB-15 to
BNC)
120-ohm balanced twisted pair (DB-15 to Coaxial connector, network interface
RJ-45) connector and 75-ohm to 120-ohm adapter
Operation mode E1
FE1 (supported only by 1-Port Fractional E1 Supported network protocol
SIC)
IP Novell IPX
Supported service Backup
Terminal access Supported protocol
PPP MP
Table 20 Features of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
Feature Description
HDLC LAPB
Q.921, Q.931
8-Bit DIP Switch The 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC is compatible with both 75-ohm impedance and
120-ohm impedance. The interface card matches different types of impedance
through an 8-bit DIP switch. By default, all eight positions of the DIP switch are on.
Table 21 lists the implications and configuration modes of the 1-Port Fractional E1
SIC internal 8 BIT DIP switch.
Table 21 Implications and Configuration Modes of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC Internal 8
BIT DIP Switch.
75-ohm Impedance 120-ohm Impedance

DIP Switch Meaning Configuration Mode Configuration Mode
1BIT Switch for ON OFF
75-ohm/120-ohm
options
2BIT ON OFF
3BIT ON OFF
4BIT ON OFF
5BIT ON OFF
6BIT Switch for RxRing Off: RxRing grounding
grounding mode via capacitor
options
7BIT Switch for RxShield On: RxShield
grounding options grounding
Off: RxShield
unwinding
8BIT Switch for RxShield Off: RxShield
grounding options grounding via
capacitor
On: RxShield directly
grounding
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 23 illustrates the front panel of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC.
Figure 23 Front Panel of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC

Table 22 lists status descriptions of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC LEDs.

Table 22 Status Descriptions of the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC LEDs
LINK Off: The link is not connected.
Green: The link is connected and can correctly
receive carrier waves (E1 mode).
ACT Off: No data is being transmitted.
Flashing green: Data is being transmitted.
Cables The interface cable for the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC is the standard E1 G.703 cable.
The E1 G.703 cable has two variations: 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable and
120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable.
You must order the cable you need from 3Com when you order the interface card.
To prevent damage to your router and to avoid voiding your warranty, use only the
appropriate cable offered by 3Com.
When the E1 cable is used outdoors, 3Com recommends that you install a
lightning arrester on the input end of the cable to minimize the risk of lightning
damage.
Connecting the Coaxial Cable

Figure 24 illustrates the 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable E1 G.703 75-Ohm
Figure 24 Non-balanced Coaxial Cable
DB15 Male BNC connector

Enlarged A side
Label
Magnetic core
Hot-shrinkable tube
The 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable connects the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
interface card with the DB-15 connector and, on the network end, with the BNC
connector.
A pair of coaxial connectors is available for extending the E1 cable. Both ends of
the connectors are BNC connector jacks that can be used to connect two 75-ohm
non-balanced coaxial cables with BNC connectors, as shown in Figure 25.
Figure 25 Extended Connection of the E1 75-Ohm Non-balanced Coaxial Cable
DB-15
BNC BNC
Network
Router devices,
such as
leased line
Coaxial connector
75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable 75-ohm E1 trunk cable
To connect the cable:

2 Check the type of E1 cable and correctly set the DIP switch (the default) setting of
the E1 interface impedance is 75-ohm).
3 Connect the DB-15 connector of the E1 cable to the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
interface card.
4 Connect the other end of the E1 cable to the corresponding network device.
■ If you do not need to extend the E1 cable, directly connect the BNC connector
of the 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable to the remote device.
■ If you need to extend the E1 cable, connect the BNC connector of the 75-ohm
non-balanced coaxial cable to the coaxial connector and the other end of the
coaxial connector to the remote network device using a 75-ohm E1 trunk
cable. See Figure 25.
The wire marked TX in the E1 cable should be connected with the peer wire
marked RX and the wire marked RX should be connected with the peer wire
marked TX.
■ If the remote device has a 120-ohm interface, you should use a
75-ohm-to-120-ohm adapter or use a 120-ohm cable.
Connecting the Twisted Pair Cable
Figure 26 illustrates the 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable E1 G.703 120-ohm
Figure 26 Balanced Twisted Pair Cable
DB15
Enlarged A side
RJ-45
Enlarged B side
The 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable connects the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
interface card with the DB-15 connector and, on the network end, with the RJ-45
connector.
A network port connector is available for extending the E1 cable. See Figure 27.
Both ends of the connector are RJ-45 jacks that can be used to connect two
120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables. In addition, a 75-ohm to 120-ohm adapter
is available.
Figure 27 Extended Connection of E1 120-Ohm Balanced Twisted Pair Cable
DB-15
RJ-45 RJ-45 Network

devices,
Router such as
leased line
Network interface connector

120-ohm balanced twisted pair 120-ohm E1 trunk cable

2 Check the type of E1 cable and correctly set the DIP switch (the default setting of
the E1 interface impedance is 75-ohm).
3 Connect the DB-15 connector of the E1 cable to the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
interface card.
4 Connect the other end of the E1 cable to the corresponding network device.
■ If you do not need to extend the E1 cable, directly connect the RJ-45
connector of the 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable to the RJ-45 interface of
the remote equipment.
■ If you need to extend the E1 cable, connect the RJ-45 connector of the
120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable to the network connector and the other
end of the network connector to the network equipment via 120-ohm E1
trunk cable. See Figure 27.
The wire marked TX in the E1 cable should be connected with the peer wire
marked RX and the wire marked RX should be connected with the peer wire
marked TX.
The E1 cable, coaxial connector, network port connector, and 75ohm-to-120ohm

adapter are optional and must be ordered with the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC.
When you have connected the cables:

1 Power on the router, and check the SLOT1 or SLOT2 LED on the front panel of the
router. If the LED is green, the interface card has passed the POST and can operate
normally. If the LED is off, POST failed and you should contact your Service
representative.
2 Check the status of the synchronous (LINK) LED on the 1-Port Fractional E1 SIC
panel. If the LED is off, the line is faulty and the signals are not synchronous.
Check the line.
1-Port Fractional T1 The main functions of the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC are:
SIC ■ Transceiving and processing the T1 data stream.
■ Providing channel T1 (CT1) access.
■ Providing two types of loopback modes, remote loopback and local loop,
which facilitate effective and flexible debugging.
■ Supports fractional T1 operation that can be performed once to bind channels
into one channel with a speed of nx64K or 56K, where n=1-24.
Figure 28 illustrates the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC.
Figure 28 The 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC
Features Table 23 lists features of the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC.
Table 23 Features of the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC
Feature Description
Interface standard G.703/T1.102, G.704
Interface rate 1.544Mbps
Cable type T1 cable (100-ohm standard shielded network
cable)
Operation mode CT1 and ISDN PRI (supported only by 1-Port
Fractional T1 SIC)
FT1 Supported network protocol
IP Novell IPX
Supported service Backup
Terminal access ISDN
Supported protocol PPP
MP HDLC
LAPB Q.921, Q.931 and Q.SIG (supported only by
1-Port Fractional T1 SIC)
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 29 illustrates the front panel of the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC.
1-Port Fractional T1 SIC 29
Figure 29 Front Panel of the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC
Table 24 lists status descriptions of the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC LEDs.

Table 24 Status Descriptions of the 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC LEDs
Green: The link is connected and frame
synchronous signals can be received.
Flashing green: Data is being transmitted.
Cables The 1-Port Fractional T1 SIC port cable is a 100-ohm standard shielded network
cable. Both ends have RJ-45 connectors.
You must order the cable you need from 3Com when you order the interface card.
To prevent damage to your router and to avoid voiding your warranty, use only the
Figure 30 illustrates a T1 cable.
Figure 30 T1 Cable
Identify the mark on the interface while connecting to avoid misplugging the
connector into other interfaces and damaging the interface card or the router
host.
When the T1 cable is used outdoors, 3Com recommends that you install a
lightning arrester on the input end of the cable to minimize the risk of lightning
damage.
To connect the T1 cable:

2 Insert one end of the T1 cable into the RJ45 connector of the 1-Port Fractional T1
SIC.
3 Connect the other end of the T1 cable into the relevant device.
4 After the power is turned on, check the LED SLOT1 or SLOT2 on the front panel of
the router. If the LED is green, the SIC has passed the POST and can operate
normally. If the LED is off, The POST failed and you should contact your Service
representative.
5 Check the status of the synchronous (LINK) LED on the faceplate of the 1-Port
Fractional T1 SIC. If the LED is off, the line is faulty. Check the line.
1 Port Analog Modem SIC-1AM integrates the functions of asynchronous interface and external Modem,
SIC i.e. allowing 1 channel of remote Modem customers to directly access the Router.
Its main functions are:
■ Supporting the bit rate of 56kbps.
■ Detecting rings, off-hook, protect, and 2/4 wire convert and so on.
■ Accessing and processing the analog signals and transmitting the processed
data to the Router host through the serial interface bus. And also, processing
the data received from the host and then transmitting them to the PSTN via the
telephone port.
Figure 31 1 Port Analog Modem SIC
Table 25 1Port Modem Attributes

Connector type RJ11
Number of connectors 1 (SIC-1AM)
2 (SIC-2AM) Cable type
Telephone cable with ferrite core. Maximum speed
56kbps Supported standard
ITU-T V.90, V.34 (33.6 kbps), V.FC, V.32 bis, V.32, Supported service
V.22 bis, V.22A/B, V.23, V.21, Bell 212A a, Bell 103.
Modem dial-up
Figure 32 1 Port Analog Modem Panel

1 Port Analog Modem SIC 31
Table 26
ACTOFF: Indicates that the link is idle. Blinking: Indicates that the data is
being transceiver.
LINKOFF: Indicates that the link is idle. ON: Indicates that the connection has
established.
Blinking: Indicates that the connection is being
established.
INTRODUCING ROUTER 5000 FAMILY
3 MIMS
The Router 5000 Family has between 1 and 8 multifunctional interface module
(MIM) slots, depending on the router model, into which you can install the
following modules:
■ Ethernet interface module (Router 5232, Router 5642, Router 5682)
■ 2-port 10/100BASE-T MIM
■ 1-Port 10/100/1000 MIM
■ WAN interface module (Router 5232, Router 5642, Router 5682)
■ 2-Port Enhanced Serial MIM
■ 4-Port Serial MIM
■ 4-Port Enhanced Serial MIM
■ 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
■ 4-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
■ 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM
■ 4-port ISDN S/T MIM
■ 1-port ADSL MIM
■ 2-port ADSL MIM
■ 1-port Channelized T3 MIM
■ 1-port Channelized E3 MIM
■ 1-port 10/100/1000 MIM
■ Encrypted module (Router 5012, Router 5232, Router 5642, Router 5682)
■ Encryption Accelerator MIM
■ NDEC Module (Router 5012, Router 5232, Router 5642, Router 5682)
2-port 10/100BASE-T The 2-port 10/100BASE-T autosensing MIM has the same functions, port
MIM attributes, interface cable, and connecting method as the 1-Port 10/100BASE-T
SIC.
Figure 33 illustrates the 2-port 10/100BASE-T MIM.

34 CHAPTER 3: INTRODUCING ROUTER 5000 FAMILY MIMS
Figure 33 The 2-Port 10/100BASE-T MIM
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 34 illustrates the front panel of the 2-port 10/100BASE-T MIM.
Figure 34 Front Panel of the 2-Port 10/100BASE-T MIM
Table 27 lists status descriptions of 2-port 10/100BASE-T MIM LEDs.

Table 27 2-Port 10/100BASE-T MIM LEDs
LINK Green: The link is connected.
ACT Flashing yellow: Data is being transmitted.
10/100/1000 MIM The 10/100/1000 MIM functions to complete the communication between router
and LAN. These modules support:
■ Transmission distance up to 100 meters when category 5 twisted-pair cable is
used;
■ Operating speeds of 1000Mbps, 100Mbps, and 10Mbps, as well as
auto-sensing;
■ Full-duplex mode.
Figure 35 10/100/1000 MIM
Table 28 10/100/1000 Attributes
Connector RJ45
Interface type MDI/MDIX
Interface standard 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab
Cable type Ethernet cable
Operating mode 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing
Full duplex
Figure 36 10/100/1000 LEDs
Table 29 10/100/1000 LEDs

OFF means the link is not
connected. ON means the link is
LINK connected.
ACT OFF means no data is being
transmitted or received. Blinking
means data is being transmitted or
received.
4-Port Serial MIM The 4-Port Serial MIM has the same functions, interface cable and connecting
method as the 1-Port Serial SIC except that the 4-Port Serial MIM provides 4
interfaces.
The 4-port Serial MIM can be installed in any of the Router 5000 Family, except the
Router 5012.
Figure 37 illustrates a 4-Port Serial MIM.

Figure 37 The 4-Port Serial MIM
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 38 illustrates the front panel of the 4-Port Serial MIM.
Figure 38 Front Panel of the 4-Port Serial MIM

Table 30 lists status descriptions of the 4-Port Serial MIM LEDs.

Table 30 4-Port Serial MIM LEDs
ACT Flashing yellow: Data is being transmitted.
0_3 Corresponding port number.
Cables The 4-Port Serial MIM is shipped with a 1-to-4 conversion cable. One end of the
cable has a DB-100 connector for connecting to the module, and the other ends
have DB-50 (female) connectors for connecting to a synchronous/asynchronous
serial port cable.
You must order the cable you need to use with your 4-Port Serial MIM when you
order the module. To prevent damage to your router and to avoid voiding your
warranty, use only the appropriate cable offered by 3Com.
The end of these cables that connects to the conversion cable has a DB-50
connector. The type of network connector depends on the line type or the type of
device at the network end. There are four possible cables that you can use with
the module conversion cable. These cables are described in Table 31.
Table 31 1-Port Serial SIC Cables
Cable Network connector

V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DTE Cable DB-25 (male)
V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DCE Cable DB-25 (female)
V.35 DTE Cable 34-pin (male)
V.35 DCE Cable 34-pin (female)
Figure 39 illustrates the 4-Port Serial MIM conversion cable.
Figure 39 4-Port Serial MIM Conversion Cable

CHAN 0
CHAN 1
CHAN 2
CHAN 3
Í¨µÀ 0
Í¨µÀ 1
Í¨µÀ 2
Í¨µÀ 3
To connect the cable to the 4-Port Serial MIM:

1 Power off the router and cables.
Power off the router before plugging or unplugging the 1-to-4 conversion cable,
as well as the serial cables, to avoid damage to the router and ports.
2 Insert the DB-100 connector of the conversion cable into the DB-100 port on the
4-Port Serial MIM
3 Insert the DB-50 connector of a serial cable into one of the DB-50 connectors of
the conversion cable.
4 Connect the other end of the serial interface cable to one of the following devices:
■ A CSU/DSU if the WAN is a leased line.
■ The serial port of the analog modem if the WAN is a dialing line.
5 Power on the router, and check the READY LED on the faceplate of the router. If
the LED is green, MIM has passed the POST and can operate normally. If the LED is
off, the POST failed and you should contact your Service representative.
6 Check the status of the LINK LED on the 4-Port Serial MIM panel. If the LINK LED is
green, the link is connected. If the LINK LED is off, the link is not connected and
you should check the line.
2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM The 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM transmits and processes the E1 data streams. In
addition, it provides access to CE1, implementing the ISDN PRI function so that
one board can serve multiple purposes.
The 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM can be installed in any of the Router 5000 Family,
except the Router 5012.
Figure 40 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
Features Table 32 lists features of the 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM.

Table 32 Features of the 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
Feature Description
Connector DB-15 (for 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM and 1-Port
Fractional E1 SIC)
Interface standard G.703, G.704
Interface speed 2.048Mbps
Cables E1 75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable
E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable Coaxial connector, network interface
connector and 75-ohm to 120-ohm adapter
(with BNC connector)
Table 32 Features of the 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
Feature Description
Operating mode E1, CE1, ISDN PRI
Network protocols supported IP
Novell IPX Services supported
Backup Terminal access service
ISDN PRI Protocols supported
PPP MP
HDLC LAPB
X.25 Frame Relay
Q.921, Q.931, Q.SIG (only supported by
2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM)
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 41 illustrates the front panel of the 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM.
Figure 41 Front Panel of the 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
Table 33 lists status descriptions of the 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM LEDs.

Table 33 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM LEDs
ACTIVE Flashing yellow: Data us being transmitted.
0 to 1 Indicate the corresponding port numbers.
Internal DIP Switches The 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM provides 8 internal DIP switches. The settings of the
DIP switches determines the interface impedance and grounding mode, as
described in Table 34.
Table 34 Correlation Between 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM DIP Switches and the E1 Interface
2-Port E1/CE1/PRI
Module MIM
DIP Switch S1 S1 S3
E1 Interface Interface 0 Interface 0 Interface 1
By default, all DIP switches are switched on so the impedance of the E1 interface is
75-ohm.
Table 35 lists the selections that the 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM DIP switches enable
and how to configure them:
Table 35 Selection and Configuration of the 2-Port E1/CE1/PRI MIM DIP Switches
Configuration of Configuration of
DIP Selection 75-ohm impedance 120-ohm impedance
1BIT 75-ohm/120ohm On Off
2BIT On Off
3BIT On Off
4BIT On Off
5BIT On Off
6BIT RxRing grounding Off: RxRing is -
mode grounded via
capacitance
On: RxRing is
grounded directly
7BIT RxShield grounding - On: RxShield is
mode grounded
Off: RxShield is not
grounded
8BIT SxShield grounding - Off: RxShield is
mode grounded via
capacitance
On: RxShield is
grounded directly.
Only trained staff should change the position of a DIP switch. Change BIT1-8 to on
when connecting a 75-ohm cable. Change BIT1-8 to off when connecting a
120-ohm cable.
Cables The 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM interface cable is a G.703-compliant (or E1) cable. You
must order the cable you need from 3Com when you order the interface card. To
prevent damage to your router and to avoid voiding your warranty, use only the
There are two types of cables that can be used with this MIM: a 75-ohm
unbalanced coaxial cable, and a 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable.
Connecting the 75-ohm Unbalanced Coaxial Cable

The 75-ohm unbalanced coaxial cable is shown in Figure 42.
Figure 42 E1-75-Ohm Unbalanced Coaxial Cable
DB15 Male BNC connector

Enlarged A side
Label
Magnetic core
Hot-shrinkable tube
You can select a pair of coaxial connectors with a BNC receptacle at both ends
that connect two 75-ohm unbalanced coaxial cables with BNC connectors. The
coaxial connectors are used in the extension connection with E1 75-ohm
unbalanced coaxial cable
At the router end, the cable has a DB-15 (male) connector. At the network end,
the connector is an RJ-45.
To connect the 75-ohm unbalanced coaxial cable:

2 Check the type of E1 cable, and set the DIP switches of the 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
correctly.
3 Plug the DB-15 connector of E1 cable into the E1 interface of the module.
4 Connect the other end of E1 cable to the corresponding network device:
If you do not need to extend the E1 cable, connect the BNC connector of the
75-ohm unbalanced coaxial cable to the remote device directly.
If you need to extend the E1 cable, connect the BNC connector of 75-ohm
unbalanced coaxial cable to a coaxial connector, then connect the other end of the
coaxial connector to the remote device through the 75-ohm E1 trunk cable. Make
sure that the end of the E1 coaxial cable that is marked TX is connected to the
cable of the remote device marked RX and that the end of the E1 coaxial cable
marked RX is connected to the cable of the remote device marked TX. See
Figure 43.
Figure 43 Extension Connection of an E1 75-Ohm Unbalanced Coaxial Cable
DB-15
BNC BNC
Network
Router devices,
such as
leased line
Coaxial connector
75-ohm non-balanced coaxial cable 75-ohm E1 trunk cable

If the remote network device has a 120-ohm interface, you should use 75-ohm to
120-ohm converter, or use a 120-ohm cable instead.
5 Power on the router.
6 Check the status of the corresponding READY LED on the panel. If the LED is on,
the router has completed the POST and is operating normally. If the LED is off, the
POST failed and you should contact your Service representative.
7 Check the status of the LINK LED (synchronous LED) on the panel of the 2-port
E1/CE1/PRI MIM. If the light is off, signal synchronization failed and you should
check the line.
The E1 cable, coaxial connector, network interface connector, and 75-ohm to

120-ohm adapter are all optional accessories so you must make these selections
when you purchase 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIMs.
Connecting the 120-ohm Balanced Twisted Pair Cable

The 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable is shown in Figure 44.
Figure 44 E1-120-ohm Balanced Twisted Pair Cable
DB15
Enlarged A side
RJ-45
Enlarged B side
You can select a network interface connectors with a RJ-45 receptacle at both
ends that connect two 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables with BNC
connectors. The network interface connector is used in the extension connection
with E1 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cables.
To connect the 120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable:

2 Check the type of E1 cable, and set the DIP switches of the 2-port E1/CE1/PRI MIM
correctly.
3 Plug the DB-15 connector of E1 cable into the E1 interface of the module.
4 Connect the other end of E1 cable to the corresponding network device:
If you do not need to extend the E1 cable, connect the RJ-45 connector of the
120-ohm balanced twisted pair cable directly to the RJ-45 interface of the remote
device.
If you need to extend the E1 cable, connect the RJ-45 connector of the 120-ohm
balanced twisted pair cable to a network interface connector, then connect the
other end of the network interface connector to the remote network device using
a 120-ohm E1 trunk cable. See Figure 45.
2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM 43
Figure 45 Extension Connection of an E1 120-Ohm Balanced Twisted Pair Cable
DB-15
RJ-45 RJ-45 Network

devices,
Router such as
leased line
Network interface connector

120-ohm balanced twisted pair 120-ohm E1 trunk cable
5 Power on the router.

6 Check the status of the corresponding READY LED on the panel. If the LED is on,
the router has completed the POST and is operating normally. If the LED is off, the
POST failed and you should contact your Service representative.
7 Check the status of the LINK LED (synchronous LED) on the panel of the 2-port
E1/CE1/PRI MIM. If the light is off, signal synchronization failed and you should
check the line.
The E1 cable, coaxial connector, and network interface connector are all optional
accessories so you must make these selections when you purchase 2-port
E1/CE1/PRI MIMs.
2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM The 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM transmits and processes T1 data flow, provides CT1
access, and fulfills the function of ISDN PRI.
The 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM can be installed in any Router 5000 Family except the
Router 5012.
Each CT1 interface, also called a controller T1, is numbered as follows:
■ The first CT1 interface is controller T1 0.

■ Beginning from slot 0, the interfaces are numbered in ascending order. The
next slot after CT1 0 is CT1 1, the next slot is CT1 2, and so on.
■ Within an interface module, the CT1 interfaces are numbered to match the
numbering order on the module panel.
For example, if you plug a 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM into slot 1 in a Router 5682
router, and a 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM into slot 3, the two CT1/PRI interfaces in slot
1 will be numbered CT1 0 and CT1 1 The two CT1/PRI interfaces in slot 3 will be
numbered CT1 2 and CT1 3.
When you use the timeslots binding command on a CT1 interface, the system
automatically generates the corresponding serial interfaces.
Figure 46 illustrates a 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM:

Figure 46 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM
Features Table 36 lists features of the 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM.

Table 36 Features of the 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM
Feature Description
Connector RJ-45
Interface standard G.703/T1.102, G.704
Cables T1 cable (100-ohm shielding network cable)
Operation mode Channelized T1, ISDN PRI
Fractional T1 Supported network protocol
IP Novell IPX
Services supported Backup
Terminal access service ISDN
Protocols supported PPP
MP HDLC
LAPB X.25
Frame Relay Q.921
Q.931
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 47 illustrates the front panel of the 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM.
Figure 47 Front Panel of the 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM
Table 37 lists status descriptions of 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM LEDs.

Table 37 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM LEDs
Green: The link is connected.
Flashing yellow: Data is being transmitted.
0~1 Corresponding port number.
Cables The T1 interface cable for 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI MIM modules is the 100-ohm
straight-through shielding network cable. You must order the cable you need from
3Com when you order the interface card. To prevent damage to your router and
to avoid voiding your warranty, use only the appropriate cable offered by 3Com.
The T1 cable is shown in Figure 48.
Figure 48 T1 Cable
In addition, you may choose to use the network interface connector to extend the
T1 cable. Both ends of the connector are RJ-45 jacks that can connect two
network cables. Note that both T1 cable and network interface connector are
optional accessories. You should order them together with the 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI
MIM.
To connect the interface cable:

2 Insert one end of the T1 cable into the RJ-45 connector on the T1 module.
3 Connect the other end of T1 cable to the peer device. If the cable is long enough,
connect it directly to the peer device.
If the T1 cable is not long enough, extend it as shown in Figure 49.
Figure 49 Extending the T1 cable
T1 cable (100-ohm Network

straight-through interface
shielded network cable) connector RJ-45
Leased
line, etc.
RJ-45 Straight-through
RJ-45 network cable
4 Power on the router, and check the corresponding READY LED for the slot on the
faceplate of the router. If the LED is on, the module passed the power-on self-test
(POST) and can work normally. If the LED is off, the module failed to pass the
POST. Contact your Service representative.
5 Check the state of synchronous LINK LED on the panel of the 2-Port T1/CT1/PRI
MIM. If it is off, the line failed. Check the line to locate the problem.
4-port ISDN S/T MIM The 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM transceiver and processes the 4-channel data stream on
the ISDN BRI S/T interface. The 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM can work in dialup mode and
leased line service mode.
The 4-port ISDN S/T MIM can be installed in any of the Router 5000 Family, except
the Router 5012
The interfaces of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM ISDN S/T BRI are arranged according to
the following rules:
■ The first interface is BRI0.
■ Interfaces for the first 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM are numbered from BRI0 to BRI3.
Interfaces for the second 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM are numbered from BRI4 to
BRI7, and so on.
Figure 50 illustrates the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM.
Figure 50 External Appearance of 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM
Features
Table 38 Attributes of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM
Connector RJ-45
Cable ISDN S/T cable
Protocols and standards ITU-T I.430, Q.921, and Q.931 compliant
Operating mode ISDN dialup
ISDN leased line Services supported
ISDN Supplementary ISDN services
Multi-user number Sub-address
Backup Protocols supported
PPP over ISDN MP
Q.921 Q.931
Internal DIP switches The purpose of the internal DIP switch is to set the matched resistance on the ISDN
BRI S/T interface. The setting of this switch (DIP S1) determines whether the
matched 100-ohm resistance on the ISDN BRI S/T interface is used. By default, all
DIP switches are turned on.
Table 39 describes the configuration of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM DIP switch.
Table 39 Configuration of the 4-port ISDN S/T MIM DIP Switch
Corresponding
DIP switch Description Default setting interface
1.2 BIT On Use 100-ohm On 0
matched
resistance,
Off Not use 100-ohm
matched
resistance
matched
resistance
Off Not use 100-ohm
matched
resistance
matched
resistance
Off Not use 100-ohm
matched
resistance
matched
resistance
Off Not use 100-ohm
matched
resistance
Front Panel and LEDs Figure 51 illustrates the front panel of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM.
Figure 51 Front panel of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM
Table 40 lists status descriptions of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM LEDs.
Table 40 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM LEDs
LED Meaning
Yellow lamp on the left Off means channel B1 is idle. Green means
channel B1 is occupied and data
communication is going on.
Green lamp on the right Off means channel B2 is idle. Green means
channel B2 is occupied and data
communication is going on.
0-3 Corresponding port number.
Cables The interface cable for the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM is a standard ISDN S/T interface
cable. Pin 3 and pin 6 are TX ends, and pin 4 and pin 5 are RX ends. Both ends
have RJ-45 connectors.
Verify that the identifier on the interface is correct so that you connect the
interfaces correctly and prevent damage to the interface module or router.

1 Determine which interface in the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM will be connected using the
cable.
3 Confirm the ISDN type provided by the telecom carrier.
4 Connect the cable.
■ If the line is an ISDN U interface line, adapt it to the NT1 by plugging one end
of the S/T interface cable to the S/T interface of the NT1 and the other end to
the BRI interface of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM.
■ If the line is an ISDN BRI S/T interface line, connect the cable directly to the BRI
interface of the 4-Port ISDN S/T MIM.
5 Power on the router and check the status of the READY LED on the faceplate of
the module. If the LED is on after the POST, the module is operating normally. If
the LED remains off after the POST, the module failed and you should contact your
Service representative.
Encryption Accelerator The Encryption Accelerator MIM supports IPSec protocol, accelerates the
MIM encryption processing of IP packets through the hardware, and provides the router
with high-performance, high-reliability encryption capabilities.
The Encryption Accelerator MIM can be installed in any of the Router 5000.
When the Encryption Accelerator MIM is installed in a Router 5000 Family, the
router routes and forwards the IP packets and implements VPN with encryption
features. Figure 52 illustrates the Encryption Accelerator MIM.
Figure 52 The Encryption Accelerator MIM

Encryption Accelerator MIM 49
Features Table 41 lists features of the Encryption Accelerator MIM.

Table 41 Features of the Encryption Accelerator MIM
Feature Description
Supported protocol IPSec
Maximum number of supported simultaneous 100
IPSec tunnels
Hardware implementation algorithm Private key algorithm (DES, 3DES, AES, QC5,
Blowfish, Cast-128, SkipJack)
Authentication algorithm (MD5, SHA-1 Hash
algorithm)
\Front Panel and LEDs Figure 53 illustrates the front panel of the Encryption Accelerator MIM.
Figure 53 Front Panel of the Encryption Accelerator MIM
Table 42 lists status descriptions of Encryption Accelerator MIM LEDs.

Table 42 Encryption Accelerator MIM LEDs
Off: The module is not powered on, the
module power supply has failed to operate or
a serious hardware fault has occurred.
Fast flashing green (4Hz): The hardware
initialization is not done yet.
Slowly flashing green (2 seconds on and 2
seconds off): The hardware initialization is
done, but the module has not entered the
normal software initialization flow.
Normal Flashing green (1 second on and 1
second off): The module is operating normally.
Steadily on: The software initialization has
RUN failed and the service cannot be run normally.
Fast flashing green: The module is in the
loading status.
Steadily on: Module loading has failed.
Fast flashing yellow unsteadily: The module is
operating normally, and the data is being
transceiver between the module and the host.
Off: The module is operating normally, and
there is no data being transvalued between
ACT the module and the host.
Green: The module is booting the system after
power-on.
SPEED Off: the module is operating normally.
Fast flashing green: The module software has
failed in the application for memory, and the
service cannot be run normally.
DENY Off: The module is operating normally.
NDEC MIMM Network Data Encryption Module (NDEC for short) supports IPSec protocol, speeds
up the encryption processing of IP packet by means of hardware, thus, provides
encryption features of high performance and high reliability for routers.
When NDEC module is inserted, the main board of the router handles IP packet
forwarding and implements the VPN with encryption features, then the NDEC will
complete the task of encryption.
Figure 54 NDEC MIMM
Table 43 NDEC MIMM Attributes
Protocol supported IPSec
The maximum number of IPSec connections Hardware algorithm1
supported simultaneously100
) Key algorithm (DES, 3DES, AES, QC5, Blowfish,
Cast-128, SkipJack)
2) Authentication algorithm (MD5, SHA-1 hash
algorithm)
Figure 55 NDEC Panel
1-Port Channelized E3 The main functions of this MIMM include:

MIMM ■ Working in this mode, the module can provide the subscribers with the
low-speed accessing service at the speed of Nx64kbps or 56kbps, given N is
smaller than or equal to 128.
■ Working in T3 mode, the module can transmit/receive and process one channel
of T3 fast traffic, as well as provide the accessing of T3 traffic.
1-Port Channelized E3 MIMM 51
T3 represents the tertiary group rate of T system in the TDM system, that is,
44.736Mbps. An E3 channel can be channelized into 28 T1 lines through the
demultiplexing processes of T23 and T12, each T1 line also supporting the
operating modes of CT1. T23 is used to indicate either T2-to-T3 multiplex or
T3-to-T2 demultiplex, and T12 to indicate T1-to-T2 multiplex or T2-to-T1
demultiplex. “T23” and “T12” discussed here represent the demultiplex process.
Figure 56 1-Port Channelized E3 MIMM
Table 44
Table 45 1-Port Channelized C3 MIMM
Connector SMB
Interface standard G.703, G.704, G.751
Interface cable type E3 cable (75ohm coaxial cable)
Operating mode E3
CE3 Services supported
E3 leased line
Figure 57 1-Port Channelized C3 MIMM Panel
Table 46 1-Port Channelized C3 MIMM LEDs
LED Meaning
LINK OFF means that the link is not set up
and ON means that the link has been
set up.
Table 46 1-Port Channelized C3 MIMM LEDs
LED Meaning
ACT OFF means that no data is being
transmitted or received, and blinking
means that data is being transmitted
and received.
1-Port Channelized T3 The main functions of 1CT3 include:

MIMM
■ Working in T3 mode, the module can transmit/receive and process one channel
of T3 fast traffic, as well as provide the accessing of T3 traffic.
■ Working in CT3 mode, the module can provide the subscribers with the
low-speed accessing service at the speed of Nx64kbps or 56kbps, given N is
smaller than or equal to 128.
T3 represents the tertiary group rate of T system in the TDM system, that is,
44.736Mbps. An E3 channel can be channelized into 28 T1 lines through the
demultiplexing processes of T23 and T12, each T1 line also supporting the
operating modes of CT1. T23 is used to indicate either T2-to-T3 multiplex or
T3-to-T2 demultiplex, and T12 to indicate T1-to-T2 multiplex or T2-to-T1
demultiplex. “T23” and “T12” discussed here represent the demultiplex process.
Figure 58 1-Port Channelized T3 MIM
Table 47
Connector SMB
Interface standard G.703, G.704, G.752
Interface cable type T3 cable (75ohm coaxial cable)
Operating mode T3
CT3 Services supported
T3 leased line
ADSL MIMM 53
Figure 59 1-Port Channelized T3 Panel
Table 48 1-Port Channelized T3 LEDs
LED Meaning
LINK OFF means that the link is not set up
and ON means that the link has been
set up.
ACT OFF means that no data is being
transmitted or received, and blinking
means that data is being transmitted
and received.
ADSL MIMM The 1/2 ADSL (1-Port/2-Port Asymmetric Digital Subscriber’s Loop) modules are
available for 3Com 5000 Routers. The ADSL interface modules provide the users
with telephone interfaces equivalent to WAN interfaces, which can enable a LAN
subscriber to reach the DSLAM (Digital Subscriber's Loop Access Multiplexer) of
the service provider through an analog subscriber line, and then access the ATM/IP
backbone network or Internet. Thus, high-speed data communications and video
on demand can be fulfilled. As ADSL uses the high frequency band upper than 26
KHz for data transmission, its activities will not interfere the voice service (which
occupies the low frequency band in the range of 0 to 4 KHz) implemented across
the same line. Normally, the subscriber can be provided with a speed in the range
of 32 Kbps to 8 Mbps (downstream rate) and a speed in the range of 32 Kbps to 1
Mbps in the (upstream rate).
The primary function of ADSL module in a system is to provide ADSL interface for
the router, which includes,
■ Allows manual activation/deactivation of ADSL line, and supports four SAR
loopback methods that facilitate the fault isolation.
■ Supports interface standards of G. DMT, G. Lite, and T1.413 and the
configuration of auto-sensing.
■ Supports network lattice coding (except for the G. Lite standard) on ADSL
interfaces for enhancing the stability of ADSL connections.
Figure 60 ADSL MIMM
Table 49 ADSL Attributes
Attribute 1ADSL module 2ADSL module

Connector RJ11 Number of ports
1 (1ADSL module) 2 (2ADSL module) Interface rate
In ADSL full rate mode (that The downlink rate In ADSL Lite mode (that is, ITU-T
is, ITU-T 992.1 G.DMT/ANSI can reach 8 Mbps, 992.2 G. Lite),
T1.413), and the uplink rate
can reach 1024 Kbps.
The downlink rate is in the Interface standard ITU-T 992.1 G.DMT
range of 64 Kbps to 1 Mbps,
and the uplink rate in the
range of 64 Kbps to 512 Kbps
ITU-T 992.2 G. Lite ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 Cable type and the maximum
transmission distance
The interface cable for an Service ADSL access over telephone line
ADSL module is telephone
cable.
Figure 61 ADSL 1-Port Panel
Table 50
Off means that the line is inactive,

on means that the line has been
activated and has entered the
data mode, and blinking means
LINK that the line is being activated.
ACT Off means that there is no data
transmission or receiving activities,
whereas blinking means that data is
being transmitted and received.
ADSL MIMM 55
INSTALLING THE ROUTER
4
There are several ways you can install your router:
■ On a vertical surface
■ In a rack
■ On a workbench
The following sections describe how to prepare and install your router:
■ Preparing to Install the Router
■ Mounting the Router in a Rack
■ Installing the Router on the Workbench
■ Connecting the Power Cable
■ Connecting the Router to the Console Terminal
■ Installing SICs and MIMs
■ Connecting the Router to the Ethernet
■ Connecting the Router to the WAN
■ Verifying the Installation
Preparing to Install This section provides guidelines for preparing your site and router for installation.
the Router
Safety Warnings Before installing your router, consider the following safety guidelines:
■ Switch off the power supply before connecting the cables.
■ Keep the router away from heat sources.
■ To ensure normal heat dissipation, do not stack routers.
■ Do not keep a router in a damp place, and prevent liquid from getting into the
router.
■ Ensure that the neutral point of the power is grounded properly, to avoid
personal injury.
■ Ensure that the power is off before plugging or unplugging the interface cards,
modules and cables of the router.
■ Before removing the chassis, disconnect all the power cords and external
cables.
■ To avoid damage to the router, connect all the cables correctly. Never connect
telephone cables (including the ISDN lines) to the console or AUX port.
58 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLING THE ROUTER
■ During the installation, wear an Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) preventive wrist

strap and ESD-preventive gloves.
3Com recommends that you use an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) with your
router.
General Site The environment of the installation site influences the performance and lifetime of
Requirements the router. The installation site for your router should meet the following
requirements for temperature and humidity, dust, gases, static electricity, and
electromagnetic discharge.
Temperature and Humidity

To ensure normal operation and to prolong the operational lifetime of the router,
the temperature and humidity of the equipment room must be within controlled
limits. The requirements for the temperature and humidity of the router
installation site are listed below.
Table 51 Temperature and Humidity Requirements
Temperature Relative humidity

00 to 400C (320 to 1040F) 5% to 85%
Dust
Dust is harmful to the safe operation of the router. The specifications for the dust
content and diameter of the granule within the equipment room are listed below.
Table 52 Specification for Dust Content
Maximum
diameter (µ m) 0.5 1 3 5
Maximum 1.4 x 107 7 x 105 2.4 x 105 1.3 x 105
density (the
number of
granules per
cubic meter)
Gases
The equipment room of the router must meet strict requirements for the content
of salt, acid and sulfide. The specific limitation values of these harmful gases are
given below.
Table 53 Harmful Gas Limitation Values in Equipment Room
Gas Average (mg/m3) Maximum (mg/m3)

SO2 0.2 1.5
H2S 0.006 0.03
NO2 0.04 0.15
NH3 0.05 0.15
Cl2 0.01 0.3
Static Electricity
To prevent damage caused by the static electricity, ensure that:
■ The equipment is grounded
Preparing to Install the Router 59
■ The equipment room is dust-proof

■ Adequate temperature and humidity conditions prevail
■ The operator wears the ESD-preventive wrist strap, ESD-preventive gloves and
ESD-preventive clothes while handling the circuit board.
■ The dismantled circuit board is placed upward on the ESD preventive
workbench, or put into an ESD preventive bag.
■ You avoid direct contact with the elements of the circuit board.
Electromagnetic Discharge
To prevent damage by electromagnetic discharge, do the following:
■ Take effective measures against electrical interference for the power supply
system.
■ Separate the working ground of the router from the grounding device of the
power equipment, or thunder proof grounding.
■ Keep the router away from wireless launchers, radar launchers and other high
frequency and high current equipment.
■ Adopt electromagnetic shielding if necessary.
Lightning Damage
To minimize the risk of lightning damage do the following:
■ Install a lightning arrester on the input end of a telephone cable, ISDN line or
T1/E1 line.
■ Ensure that the PGND wire of the chassis is well grounded
■ Ensure that the neutral point of the socket of AC power supply is well
grounded
■ Install a lightning arrester at the input end of the power supply
Workbench Whether you install the router in a rack or place it directly on the workbench, it is
Requirements necessary to ensure that:
■ Airflow is not restricted around the router.
■ The cabinet and workbench are strong enough to support the weight of the
router and other installation accessories.
■ The cabinet and workbench are well grounded.
Installation Checklist After you verify that the installation conditions comply with these requirements,
open the packing case of the router and check the contents against the your order
contract. Contact your Service representative if you find any discrepancies.
To install your router, you will need:
■ Tools
n Phillips screwdriver
n Flat-head screwdriver
n ESD-preventive wrist strap and ESD-preventive gloves
n Flat-blade screws (used in wall mounting)
■ Cables
n Ethernet cable
n Console cable
n AUX cable
n Power supply (for the Router 5012), power cord and chassis ground wire
n Interface cables for the selected interface modules
■ Equipment
n A router
n Optional SICs and MIMs
n Ethernet 100BASE-T Hub or LAN switch
n Channel service unit/data service unit (CSU/DSU) or other data
communications equipment (DCE) equipment (such as a modem)
n Configuration terminal, such as a PC
n Additional equipment for the selected interface modules
6
Mounting the Router The Router 5232, Router 5642, and Router 5682 can be mounted in a standard
in a Rack 19-inch rack. To install a router in a rack:
1 Check the grounding condition and stability of the rack. Secure the fastening
brackets to both sides of the front and rear panels of the router.
2 Place the router on one of the trays in the rack. Move the router into position
along the guide rail in the rack.
3 Ensure that the router is level and securely fixed. Use pan head screws to fasten
the brackets to the rack. The pan head screws should be anti-rust and should
satisfy the rack installation requirements.
4 Ensure that the ventilation holes are not obstructed.
Figure 62 Rack-Mounting a Router
Guide
19" rack Bracket
Panhead screw
Installing the Router on the Workbench 61
Installing the Router You can install any Router 5000 on a workbench.
on the Workbench
To install the router on a workbench, take the following precautions:
■ Ensure that the workbench is smooth and stable.

■ Leave a heat-dissipation clearance of 10 cm (4 in) around the router.
■ Do not put heavy objects on the router.
Connecting the Power To connect the router to the power outlet and confirm that the PGND wire is
Cable properly grounded, do the following:
1 Connect the output end of the power socket on the rear panel of the router.
2 Connect the input end to the AC power outlet.
3 Turn on the power switch on the router.
4 Confirm that the router has power by checking whether the POWER LED is on.
Connecting the Router The Router 5000 provides a console port, through which you can configure the
to the Console router.
Terminal
The console cable is an 8-core shielded cable. The end that is used to connect to
the console port of the router has an RJ-45 connector. At the other end of the
console cable has both a DB-9 (female) adapter and a DB-25 (female) adapter. Use
the appropriate connector for the port on the console terminal.
Figure 63 Console Cable Assembly
Enlarged A side DB25 Female
8P8C Plug
Enlarged B side
DB9 Female
Enlarged C side
To connect the router to a console terminal:

1 Turn off power to the router.
2 Select a console terminal — This can be either a standard ASCII terminal with an
RS-232 serial port, or a PC.
3 Connect the cable — Turn the power switch off, and then connect the serial
interface of the console cable to the console port of the router.
Figure 64 Connecting the Console Port to the PC (router shown for illustration only)
PC serial
PC
interface
Console
cable
Console port
After connection, power on the router. The startup information of the router is
displayed on the console terminal.
Installing SICs and Before you install a SIC or MIM, assemble the following equipment:
MIMs ■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Anti-static wrist strap
The Router 5000 Family routers do not support hot swappable SICs and MIMs. To
avoid injury from electric shock or damage to a router, put on an anti-static wrist
strap, make sure that power to the router has been turned off and that the power
cord has been unplugged before performing any of the following operations.
Before you can install a SIC or MIM, you must remove the filler panel from the slot.
Remove the captive screws of the blank filler panel by unscrewing them in a
counter-clockwise direction with the flat-blade screwdriver, as shown below.
Do not remove the blank filler panel with black film above SLOT0.
To install a SIC or MIM:

1 Turn the router so the rear panel faces you.
2 Turn off the power switch of the router and unplug the power cord.
3 Match the remote edge of the module with the slot on the router's rear panel.
4 Push the module into the router until its front panel is level with the back panel of
the router.
5 Fasten the module into the router with the captive screws.
6 Power on the router, and check the LED of the corresponding slot on the front
panel. After the initialization of the module, if the LED for the corresponding slot is
on, the module is operating normally. If the LED for the corresponding slot remains
off, the POST for the module has failed and you should contact your Service
representative.
Connecting the Router to the Ethernet 63
Figure 65 Installing a SIC or MIM
Connecting the Router The Router 5000 Family routers provide a fixed 100BASE-TX fast Ethernet port
to the Ethernet that uses category-5 twisted pair cable.
Note the following before you connect:
■ The fixed Ethernet cables are supplied with the router.

■ Use shielded cables to ensure electromagnetic compatibility.
■ Identify the mark on the module so you can plug the cable in correctly.
■ When connecting the Ethernet cable to a LAN Switch, plug the cable into the
10/100BASE-T interface marked with MDIX.
To connect the Ethernet cable:

2 Select the Ethernet cable.
While connecting the router with a PC or a router, use the crossover network
cable.
When connecting the router to a hub or a LAN switch, use the straight-through
network cable.
3 Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the appropriate Ethernet port on the
router.
4 Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port of the network
device.
5 Verify the connection by checking that the 100M ETH LED on the top of the router
is on.
Figure 66 Connecting the Router to the Ethernet
LAN switch or hub
10/100M Ethernet
interface
Ethernet cable
ETHERNET0 interface
Connecting the Router The Router 5000 Family provides two fixed WAN ports, and gives you the option
to the WAN to install further WAN ports as required. The fixed ports are the AUX port and the
serial port. The additional ports are provided by the SICs and MIMs supported by
the Router.
Connecting the AUX The auxiliary (AUX) port is a serial port that is used for remote configuration or
Port to the Modem dial-up backup. To connect the router to a remote device, a local modem must be
connected to a remote modem through PSTN. For the connection method, see
Chapter 5. For AUX port specifications, see Chapter 1.
If the console port fails, the AUX port can also serve as a console port.
To connect the AUX cable:

2 Plug the RJ-45 connector of the AUX cable into the AUX port of the router.
3 Connect the DB-25 or DB-9 adapter of the AUX cable to the serial port of the
analog modem, as shown below.
Figure 67 Connecting the AUX Port to the Analog Modem
Modem
Serial interface AUX port
AUX cable
Connecting the Serial The serial port is usually used to connect the router to DSU/CSU.
Port to a CSU/DSU
Plugging or unplugging the connectors of the serial cable on line can damage the
router or the remote device.
Verifying the Installation 65
Use the following procedure to connect the serial cable (take the connection from
SERIAL0 to DSU/CSU):
2 Choose the appropriate serial cable.
3 Plug the DB-50 adapter of the cable into the SERIAL0 port of the router.
4 Connect the other end of the cable to the CSU/DSU device. (If the WAN uses a
dial-up line, connect the cable to the serial port of the analog modem.
Figure 68 Connecting the Serial Port to DSU/CSU
DSU/CSU
Serial interface
SERIAL0
Synch/asynch cable interface
Verifying the Verify whether the router has been correctly installed by checking the following
Installation items:
■ There is airflow around the router
■ Power is connected correctly
■ The ground wire of the router is correctly connected
■ The router is connected to other devices, such as the console terminal
BOOTING AND CONFIGURING THE
5 ROUTER
During the initial configuration of the router, you can use only the console or AUX
port. This chapter describes how to connect the router to a local or remote
console terminal and how to set parameters at the console terminal.
Connecting the Router To set up the local configuration environment, connect the RJ-45 connector of the
to a Local Console console cable to the console port on the router, and the DB-25 connector or DB-9
Terminal connector to the serial port of a PC, as shown below.
Figure 69 Local Configuration Through the Console Port
RS232 Serial interface
PC
Console port
Console cable
Connecting the Router To set up the remote configuration environment, you must connect a local modem
to a Remote Console to the serial port of a local PC. Connect a remote modem to the AUX port of the
Terminal remote router using an AUX cable. Use PSTN to connect the local and remote
modems, as shown below.
Figure 70 Remote Configuration Through the AUX Port
Modem serial interface cable

Telephone cable
Modem
PC
PSTN
AUX cable
Modem Telephone cable

Router 5012
68 CHAPTER 5: BOOTING AND CONFIGURING THE ROUTER
Setting the To set terminal parameters:

Parameters of the
Console Terminal
1 Start the PC and select Start > Programs > Accessories > Communications >
HyperTerminal.
The HyperTerminal window displays the Connection Description dialog box, as
shown below.
Figure 71 Connection Description Dialog Box
2 Enter the name of the new connection in the Name field and click OK. The
Connect To dialog box, shown below displays.
Figure 72 Connect To Dialog Box
3 Select the serial port for the connection from the Connect using dropdown menu
and click OK. The Connection Properties dialog box, shown below displays.
Setting the Parameters of the Console Terminal 69
Figure 73 Connection Properties Dialog Box
4 Set the following parameters:

Bits per second — 9600
Data bits — 8
Parity — None
Stop bits — 1
Flow control — None.
5 Click OK. The HyperTerminal dialog box displays, as shown.
Figure 74 HyperTerminal Window
6 Select Properties. The Properties dialog box for your connection displays.
7 Click the Settings tab, as shown.
Figure 75 Settings Tab
8 In the Emulation dropdown menu, select VT100 or Auto detect. Click OK.
Powering on the Router 71
Powering on the Before you power on the router, verify that:

Router ■ The connection between the power cord and ground wire is secure
■ The voltage of the power supply complies with the requirement of the router
■ The console cable is correctly connected to either the PC or the terminal, and
that the parameters are correct.
Before switching on the power, locate the power-off switch in the workroom so
that, in case of an electrical accident, power can be turned off quickly.
Turn on the power switch of the router.
Checking and Operating After the router is powered on, verify that:
after Power-on ■ The LEDs on the front panel are normal.
During the power-on self-test (POST), the memory test is successful if the LEDs
light in the following sequence:
1. SLOT0 to 2 and SERIAL0
2. SLOT1 and 2
If SLOT0 and 1 LEDs light, the memory test failed.
For the status of the LEDs during normal operation after power-on, see the LED
tables in Chapter 1.
■ The console terminal display is normal
For the local configuration, the startup interface on the console terminal
displays after the router is powered on.
For the remote configuration, you must dial up, using HyperTerminal, after the
router is powered on, as shown. After the dial-up, the startup interface is
displayed on the terminal.
Figure 76 Connect Dialog Box
After the POST, press Enter. When the [3Com] prompt displays, you can
configure the router.
Startup Process After the router starts up, the Boot ROM program runs and the following
information displays on the terminal screen:
Booting
********************************************
* 3Com Router Boot Rom, V4.60
********************************************
Copyright(C) 2002-2005 by 3Com Corporation, Inc.
Compiled at 20:46:59 , Jan 23 2003.
Now testing memory...OK

256M bytes SDRAM
8192k bytes flash memory
Press Ctrl-B to Enter Boot Menu
The contents displayed on the terminal can vary with different versions of Boot
ROM.
If you press Ctrl+B immediately, the system displays the Boot Menu. If you do not
press Ctrl+B, the system initiates the program decompression process.
After “3Com Router Boot Rom, V4.60” appears, “Booting” disappears.
When the system begins the decompression and initialization process, the screen
displays:
Now system is self-decompressing...
System now is starting...
Press ENTER to get started
Press Enter. The system displays the [3Com] prompt, which indicates that the
router has entered the system view and you can configure the router.
Configuration The configuration process includes the following steps:

Fundamentals of the
Router
1 Clarify your networking requirements. These requirements include:
■ The connectivity requirements of the remote sites
■ The types of LAN and WAN interfaces required for the network
■ The configuration of IP and IP subnet settings and any other protocols
■ The network reliability, management, and security policies
2 Based on your network requirements, draw a clear and integrated networking
diagram.
Configuration Fundamentals of the Router 73
3 Configure the WAN interface of the router:

■ Configure the physical operating parameters (the operating mode of the serial
port, baud rate, and synchronous clock) of the interface according to the
transmission medium of the WAN. For the dial-up port, you need to configure
DDR parameters.
■ Configure the link layer protocol encapsulated on the interface and the related
operating parameters according to the type of the WAN.
4 Configure the IP addresses or IPX network number for all the ports of the router
according to the division of the subnets.
5 Configure the routes. If you have to start up the dynamic routing protocol,
configure the related operating parameters of the protocol.
6 Create the security configuration for the router, as necessary.
7 Create the reliability configuration for the router, as necessary.
SNMP Management For help managing routers on your network, you can use 3Com Network Director
software to discover, map, and display network links and IP devices.
To allow Network Director to monitor your routers, you must first configure SNMP
V1 with the following commands:
[3Com]snmp-agent sys-info version v1

[3Com]snmp-agent community read <read-community-string>
[3Com]snmp-agent community write <write-community-string>
[3Com]trap address <addr> parameter

v1 securityname <security-name-string>
<addr> is the address of the PC on which you have installed Network Director.
To learn more about Network Director, on the 3Com Corporation World Wide
Web site, enter this URL into your Internet browser:
http://www.3com.com/3nd
Command Line Interface The command line interface of the Router 5000 routers provides commands to
configure and manage the router. The command line interface has the following
characteristics:
■ Performs local configuration through the console port.
■ Performs local or remote configuration through the telnet command, which
can be used to log on directly and manage other routers.
■ Implements the configuration on the router through the terminals (the
asynchronous interface, including those connected to the AUX port and AS
port) in dumb terminal mode.
■ Configures the hierarchical user protection (guest, operator, administrator).
Only administrator users are authorized to configure and manage the routers.
■ Online help, available by typing ? at any time.
■ Provides network diagnostic tools, such as Tracert and Ping, to quickly diagnose
the availability of the network.
■ Provides detailed debugging information to diagnose network faults.
■ The command line interpreter adopts fuzzy search for the keywords of the
command. A conflict-free keyword if entered, will be interpreted accordingly.
For example, for a display command, you can enter dis.
To facilitate the management of the router in the system view, all the commands
are grouped. Each group corresponds to a view. Users can use these commands to
switch between different views. Many commands are limited to use in a single
view. Other commands (such as ping, display current-configuration, interface)
can be executed in all views.
Help for the Router 5000 Family routers provide online Help for the command line interface:
Configuration ■ In any view, enter ? for all the commands in the view and a brief description of
each command.
■ Enter a command, followed by a space and ?, in the keyword position for a list
of all keywords and a brief description of each one.
■ Enter a command, followed by a space and ?, in the argument position for a
description of related arguments.
■ Enter a character string, followed by a space and ?, for a list of all commands
that begin with the character string.
■ Enter a command, followed by a character string and ?, for a list of all
keywords that begin with the string.
Naming and The Router 5000 FamilyRouter 5000 Family routers support the following ports:
Arranging Interfaces ■ CON
■ AUX
■ Ethernet
■ Serial (synchronous/asynchronous)
■ Asynchronous
■ E1/T1
■ ISDN
The sequence number of each type of port begins with 0.
Inside the interface card, the order of the interface is arranged by serial numbers
on the interface card, from left to right.
MAINTAINING THE ROUTER
6
Introduction The files managed by the Router 5000 are of 3 types:

■ Boot ROM program files used by the Router to boot the application program
files
■ Application files (main software)
■ Configuration files
This chapter will introduce you with three methods:
■ Application and Boot ROM programs upgrade via XModem

■ Application program upgrade via TFTP
■ Application program and configuration file upload/download via FTP
Boot Menu Boot Menu:

1: Download application program with XMODEM
2: Download application program with NET
3: Clear configuration
4: Clear application password
5: Start up and ignore configuration
6: Enter debugging environment
7: Boot Rom Operation Menu
8: Do not check the version of the software
9: Exit and reboot
Enter your choice(1-9):
Options of Boot menu are described as follows:
1 Download application program with Xmodem.
2 Download application program with Ethernet.
This option leads you into NET port download menu, which includes these
options:
Net Port Download Menu:
1: Change Net Parameter
2: Download From Net
3: Exit to Main Menu
Enter your choice(1-3):1
3 Clear the configuration file.
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4 Clear application program password.

This option clears super user password. This option functions for only one time
and password authentication for super users is restored after the router is
rebooted.
5 Ignore configuration file and start up with initial configuration.
6 Enter debugging environment in case of faults.
7 Boot menu provides two methods for upgrading the program and the Boot ROM
sub-menu operations, which are introduced in the following subsections.
Options of Boot ROM operation menu include:
Boot ROM Download Menu:
1: Download Boot ROM with XModem
2: Download Extended Segment of Boot ROM with XModem
3: Restore Extended Segment of Boot ROM from FLASH
4: Backup Extended Segment of Boot ROM to FLASH
This menu provides options to upgrade, back up or restore Boot ROM program. .
CAUTION: It is recommended to upgrade the software under the guidance of the

technical support personnel. In addition, when upgrading the router, note to
match the version of the Boot ROM software with that of the main software.
Upgrading Application When upgrading the software through the XModem protocol, you can simply use
Program and Boot ROM the console port rather than building up another configuration environment.
through XModem
Protocol Upgrading application program
1 Enter the Boot menu (refer to the1.1.1 Boot Menu), press <1> to select the
XModem protocol for downloading the application program. The following
download speeds are available for the router:
Downloading application program from serial ...
Please choose your download speed:
1: 9600 bps
2: 19200 bps
3: 38400 bps
4: 57600 bps
5: 115200 bps
6: Exit and reboot
2 Select an appropriate download speed. For example, enter <5> to select the
download speed 115200 bps and the router will prompt:
Download speed is 115200 bps. Change the terminal's speed to 115200
bps, and select XModem protocol. Press ENTER key when ready.
3 According to the above information, change the baud rate set at the console
terminal for keeping it in consistency with the selected software download baud
rate. After that, disconnect the terminal (that is [Dial-in/Disconnect]), reconnect it
(that is [Dial-in/Dialing]) and then press <Enter> to begin downloading. The system
will prompt:
Introduction 77
Downloading ... CCCCC
After the baud rate at the console terminal is set, the new setting can become
valid only if the terminal emulation program is disconnected and reconnected for
at least once.
4 Select [Transmit/send file] in the terminal window and the following dialog box will
pop up:
Figure 77 Send File dialog box
5 Click <Browse>, select the application file to be downloaded, and set the protocol
to Xmodem. Then click <Send>, and the system will pop up the following
interface:
Figure 78 Sending file interface
6 After completing download, the system begins writing to Flash (Flash memory),
then the following information will be displayed in the terminal interface,
indicating that the download has been completed:
Download completed.
Writing to flash memory...
Please wait,it needs a long time .Please wait...
########################################################
Writing FLASH Success.
Please use 9600 bps.Press <ENTER> key to reboot the system.

Then restore the baudrate of the configuration terminal to 9600bps as per the
prompt (disconnection and re-dialing are also required here), and then the system
start up normally.
Upgrading the entire Boot ROM program

1 Enter Boot menu, select <7> to turn to Boot ROM operation menu.
2 Select <1> in the Boot ROM operation sub-menu to download the Boot ROM
program with XModem. The Router provides you with several speeds. The
subsequent operation steps are the same as those described in
CAUTION: If the all Boot ROM program fails during upgrade, it cannot be
restored on site. Therefore, only when necessary can you upgrade the whole Boot
ROM, besides, you must upgrade under the guide of technical support personnel.
Upgrading the extended

2 Select <2> in the operation sub-menu to upgrade the extended segment of Boot
ROM program with XModem. The Router provides you with several speeds. The
subsequent operation steps are the same as those described earlier
Backing up and Backup the extended segment of Boot ROM Program in FLASH
Restoring the Extended
Segment of Boot ROM
Program
2 Select <4> in the operation sub-menu to copy the current extended segment of
Boot ROM program into the FLASH, and then the following information will be
displayed in the terminal interface if the restoring operation is successful.
Writing to FLASH.Please wait...####
Backuping Boot ROM program to FLASH successed!
3 When the sub-menu appears again, select <5> to exit the Boot menu and proceed
to execute the router's main software.
Restore the extended segment of Boot ROM program from FLASH

In case that faults occur to the extended segment of the Boot ROM program that
is in use or you upgrade the extended segment wrongly, you can restore the
extended segment saved in FLASH into the Boot ROM by doing the following:
2 Select <3> in the operation sub-menu to to restore Boot ROM from FLASH, and
then the following information will be displayed if the restoring operation is
successful.
Writing to Boot ROM.Please wait...######
Restoring Boot ROM program successed!
3 When the sub-menu appears again, select <5> to exit the Boot menu and proceed
to execute the router's main software.
Introduction 79
Upgrading Application It refers to downloading application program through Ethernet port. The router
Program with Ethernet serves as client, so it needs to be connected to TFTP Server or FTP Server through
its fixed Ethernet port. The following are the details.
CAUTION: TFTP Server or FTP Server program is not included in 5000 Family
routers, so you have to buy and install it.
Both TFTP loading and FTP loading are available in 5000 Family routers.
1 Start TFTP server or FTP server at the PC connecting the Ethernet port of the router
and configure path for the files to be loaded. For FTP Server, you should also set
username and password.
2 Enter NET download menu
3 Select <2> in BOOT menu to turn to NET download menu.
Net Port Download Menu:
1: Change Net Parameter
2: Download From Net
Enter your choice(1-3):1
4 Configure parameters
Select <1> in NET download menu to turn to parameter configuration interface.
Change Boot Parameter:
'.' = clear field; '-' = go to previous field; ^D = quit
boot device : fei0
processor number : 0
host name : 8040
file name : M8240ram.arj
inet on ethernet (e) : 169.254.10.10
inet on backplane (b):
host inet (h) : 169.254.10.11
gateway inet (g) :
user (u) : 8040
ftp password (pw) (blank = use rsh):
flags (f) : 0x0
target name (tn) :
startup script (s) :
other (o) :
5 Configure these parameters for TFTP mode
file name: File name to be loaded
inet on ethernet (e): IP address for the Ethernet port for loading
host inet (h): IP address for TFTP Server
flags (f): The flag must be 0x80 for TFTP mode
6 Configure these parameters for FTP mode
file name: File name to be loaded
inet on ethernet (e) : IP address for the Ethernet port for loading
host inet (h) : IP address for FTP Server
user (u): User name, which must be consistent with that for FTP Server
ftp password (pw) (blank = use rsh): Password, which must be consistent with that
for FTP Server
flags (f): The flag must be 0x0 for FTP mode

These parameters will be saved automatically when your configuration is
completed.
Router restarts after successful upgrading

Press <Enter> to return to NET download menu and select <2>, and then this
information is prompted:
boot device : fei
unit number : 0
processor number : 0
host name : 8040
file name : Q8040.BIN
inet on ethernet (e) : 10.110.27.235
host inet (h) : 10.110.27.231
user (u) : 8040
ftp password (pw) : 8040
flags (f) : 0x80
Attached TCP/IP interface to fei0.

Subnet Mask: 0xfffff800
Attaching network interface lo0... done.
Loading...
NET download completed...
read len = [04378489]
Please wait,it needs a long time
####################################################################
####################################################################
###########################
Writing Vrpsoftware File Succeeds!
Press <Enter> key to reboot the system .
7 Press <Enter> to reboot the system.
Uploading/Download 3Com 5000 Family Routers provide FTP Server function, which gives another
Application, Boot ROM approach for updating application file, Boot ROM program or configuration file.
program and Any FTP Client (including local and remote users) connected to a router can
Configuration File Using perform the operation. Configuration file, Boot ROM program or application files
FTP can be uploaded/downloaded if the user passes authentication. Follow these steps
to upload/download the application/Boot ROM program/configuration file
through FTP:
Upload: Transmit files from the PC running as FTP client to the router connected to
the PC via the Ethernet interface, that is, perform the put operation.
Download: Transmit files from the router to the PC running as FTP client, which is
connected to the Ethernet interface of the router, that is to implement the get
operation.
Introduction 81
Build up FTP local upload/download environment
Figure 79 Building up FTP local upload/download environment
1 Connect the Ethernet interface on the router to the PC.

2 Assign an IP address for the Ethernet interface on the router. It is assumed to be
10.110.10.10.
3 Assign an IP address for the Ethernet interface on the PC. It is assumed to be
10.110.10.13.
4 Copy the application files, Boot ROM program or configuration files to a directory,
which is assumed to be "C:\ version".
CAUTION: The IP addresses of the network interface on the PC and the router's
Ethernet interface must be on the same segment.
Build up FTP remote upload/download environment
Figure 80 Building up FTP remote upload/download environment
Quidway R2630E
PC£¨FTP Client£©
WAN
10.110.10.10
Quidway R2610£¨FTP Server£©
1 Connect the PC to any port of the router through a WAN. This approach does not
require the IP addresses of the PC and the router to be on the same segment and
is used for upgrading the router remotely.
2 Copy the application files, Boot ROM program or configuration files to a directory,
which is assumed to be "C:\version".
Starting the FTP server Perform the following configurations with the help of the maintenance personnel
at the router side:
1 Set authentication mode
You can select an AAA configuration scheme depending on the actual situation. F
2 Add user name and password
[Router] local-user router password simple 123 service-type ftp
"Router" represents the user name and "123" the password.
3 Add server type

[Router] local-user Router service-type ftp
4 Add right level
[Router] local-user Router level 3
5 Specify FTP directory
[Router] local-user Router ftp-directory flash:
6 Start FTP server.
[Router] ftp-server enable
With these operations, the FTP server has been started on the router and the
username has been set. In this case, all the FTP client programs can use the
username and password to log onto the FTP server.
Uploading/Downloading application, configuration file and Uploading

Boot ROM program
1 Enter the directory containing the application file, Boot ROM program or
configuration files in the DOS state. Execute the ftp command to set up an FTP
connection with the router. For example:
C:\version\ftp 10.110.10.10
If the connection is set up, the following information will be displayed (taking
Windows98 as an example):
Connected to 10.110.10.10
220 FTP server ready on Router at
User(10.110.10.10:(none)):
2 Log in the FTP server with the username and password set on the router.
User(10.110.10.10:(none)): Router
331 Password required for ftp
Password:
230 User ftp logged in
ftp>
The appearance of the prompt "ftp>" means that you can begin the
upload/download operation.
3 Upload/Download the application files, Boot ROM program or configuration files.
By default, the application file and configuration file on the router are respectively
named "system" and "config", the file of the extended Boot ROM program
segment is named "bootrom", and the entire Boot ROM file name defaults to
bootromall.
Introduction 83
Upload the application program file or Boot ROM program or configuration file.
ftp>put
local file (Input the name of appplication/Boot ROM
program/Configuration file to be uploaded.)
remote file (Input the name of appplication/Boot ROM
program/Configuration file to be saved at the router side after
uploading.)
After the uploading is completed, the prompt "ftp>" will be displayed again.
Enter <dir> to display the name and size of the file on the router. The size of the
configuration file will be the same as that of the original file on the host if the
uploading is successful.
CAUTION: After you have uploaded Boot ROM program using the put command,
you should immediately use the upgrade bootrom [ full ] command to decompress
the bootrom/bootromfull program from the root directory Flash, then write it into
Boot ROM. At this point, the upgrade of Boot ROM is completed.
Download the application or Boot ROM program or configuration file.
ftp>get
local file (Input the name of appplication/Boot ROM
program/Configuration file to be saved.)
remote file (Input the name of ppplication/Boot ROM
program/Configuration file at the router side)
4 After implementing uploading/downloading, exit the FTP client program.
ftp>quit
Recovering the Lost If the Boot ROM password of router is lost, please contact the local agent of 3Com
Router Password Corporation. The technician will help you enter the router's Boot ROM menu and
reset the password.
Installing a Module The procedure for installing a SIC or MIM is provided in the following list and
shown in Figure 81.
1 Turn the router so the rear panel faces you.
2 Turn off the power switch of the router and unplug the power cord.
3 Remove the module and match its remote edge with the edge of the slot on the
rear panel of the router.
4 Push the module into the router until it closely matches the rear panel of the
router.
5 Fasten the module into the router with the captive screws.
6 Power on the router, and check the LEDs of the corresponding slot on the front
panel. After the initialization of the module, if the LEDs for the corresponding slot
are on, the module operates normally. If the LEDs for the corresponding slot
remain off, the POST failed and you should contact your Service representative.
Figure 81 Installing a Module
Closing the Router To prevent cables from being pressed or cut off when you close the cover of the
Chassis Cover router chassis, roll up all the cables and put them into the chassis before closing
the cover.
TROUBLESHOOTING
7
The Power LED is Off. If the power LED is off, verify that:
■ The power switch of the router is turned on.
■ The power supply switch is turned on.
■ The power cord of the router is connected properly.
■ The power supply suits the requirement of the router.
Do not plug in or unplug the power cord when the power is on. After having
checked the conditions in the previous list, if the power LED is still off, contact
your Service representative.
Nothing is Displayed After the system runs the power-on self-test (POST), if the system operates
on the Terminal after normally, the start-up information is displayed on the console terminal. If the
Power-On configuration system has a fault, the terminal may display nothing.
If the terminal does not display any information after the POST, verify that:
■ The power system is operating normally.
■ The console cable is connected correctly.
If the power system is normal and the console cable is connected properly, there
may be something wrong with the console cable or the HyperTerminal
parameters. Check the cable or the parameters.
HyperTerminal parameters should have the following values:

■ Baud — 9600
■ Data bits — 8
■ Stop bit — 1
■ Parity — None
■ Flow control — None
■ Terminal emulation — VT100
If the parameter settings do not match these values, reconfigure them.
If the previous checks do not solve the problem, contact your Service
representative and follow the representative’s instructions.
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Illegible Characters If the system operates normally after the system runs the POST, the start-up
Display on the information is displayed on the console terminal. If the configuration system has a
Terminal after fault, the terminal may display only illegible characters.
Power-On
If the console terminal displays illegible characters after the POST, verify that the
HyperTerminal parameters are set properly, as follows:
■ Baud — 9600
■ Data bits — 8
■ Stop bit — 1
■ Parity — None
■ Flow control — None
■ Terminal emulation — VT100
If the parameter settings do not match these values, reconfigure them.
Repeated Reboot There are two possible situations in which the system reboots repeatedly:
■ After Now testing memory... displays
■ After System now is starting... displays, the system restarts repeatedly and
displays, Copied program error.
Repeated reboots are caused by damage to the SDRAM. You can check whether
the SDRAM has a fault by checking the LED status of the router. During the POST,
the SLOT0 – SLOT2 LEDs and SERIAL0 LED light first. If the SLOT0 and SLOT1 LEDs
are on instead, the SDRAM test has failed.
If the SDRAM is damaged, you must replace it. See “Replacing the SDRAM” on
page 82.
Troubleshooting SICs The LEDs on the Router 5000 Family routers indicate whether the modules are
and MIMs properly installed. After the installation of a module, turn on the power and check
the corresponding LED on front panel of the router. If the LEDs are on, the POST
was successful and the router is working normally. If the LEDs are off, the POST
has failed. You can test it using the following steps:
■ Check that the port cable matches the port.
■ Verify that the module is in normal operation by observing its LEDs .
■ Use the display command to check whether the module or interface module
has accepted the configuration.
All LEDs of the Encryption Accelerator MIM Remain off after Startup
After startup, all LEDs should blink once. If all indictors are off, the module or
hardware on the module has not powered on. Check whether the power of the
integrated equipment is properly connected.
If the power of the integrated equipment is in normal operation, the fuse of the
module may have burnt out or the Complex Programmable Logic Device (CPLD)
Troubleshooting SICs and MIMs 87
may be out of order. In such a case and you should contact your Service
representative.
After Startup, All LEDs Remain On.
After startup, all LEDs should once, which indicates that the processor of the
module is in operation. If all LEDs are on, the module’s system bus is not operating
normally or the CPLD is out of order.
The RUN LED Remains On.
When the module is in operation, the RUN LED should blink, rather than remain
on. If the RUN LED remains on, the module is powered on, but not operating
normally. It is possible that the module has been forced to reset. If there are other
LEDs that remain on simultaneously (for example, the ACT, SPEED, or DENY LEDs),
the encryption card may be faulty. If the encryption card is operating normally, the
faults may have occurred in the host.
The RUN LED Blinks Rapidly During Sartup
The rapid blinking of the RUN LED indicates that the module is initializing. During
this period, if the DENY LED blinks occasionally, there is a memory fault. In this
case, contact your Service representative to check the module. If, during
initialization, the SPEED LED is occasionally on, the booting of the module system
has failed. In this case, check the system configuration or contact your Service
representative.
The RUN LED Blinks Slowly After Startup
The slow blinking of the RUN LED indicates that the module is in offline. Check
whether the router host is properly configured and supports the encryption card.
The ACT LED Remains On.
When the ACT LED is flashing green, the module is upgrading the firmware. If the
ACT indictor remains on, the software upgrade has failed and the software should
be upgraded once again. If the ACT LED remains on after a second attempt to
upgrade, contact your Service representative.
The DENY LED Blinks during Normal Operation
When the DENY indictor blinks during normal operation, the module performance
or capacity is not adequate for encryption demands. This situation is not a
software or hardware failure. It is results from the technical specification limit of
the existing encryption module version. If necessary, contact your Service
representative to upgrade the encryption module with greater processing
capability.
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CABLE SPECIFICATIONS
A
The tables in this appendix describe the pinouts for the cables that you can use
with Router 5000 Family routers. Pins that are not described in the following
tables are not connected.
Console Cable
Table 54 Console Cable Pinouts
RJ-45 Signal Direction DB-25 DB-9 Signal
1 —> 5 8 CTS
2 —> 6 6 DSR
3 —> 3 2 RXD
4 <— 8 1 DCD
5 - 7 5 GND
6 <— 2 3 TXD
7 <— 20 4 DTR
8 <— 4 7 RTS
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AUX Cable Figure 82 AUX Cable Assembly

Enlarged A side DB25 Male 8P8C Plug
Label
Enlarged B side
DB9Male
Enlarged C side
Table 55
RJ-45 Signal Direction DB-25 DB-9 Signal
1 —> 4 7 RTS
2 —> 20 4 DTR
3 —> 2 3 TXD
4 <— 8 1 DCD
5 - 7 5 GND
6 <— 3 2 RXD
7 <— 6 6 DSR
8 <— 5 8 CTS
Ethernet Cable The Ethernet cable uses an RJ-45 connector and category 5 twisted pair cable.
Figure 83 Ethernet Cable Assembly
The Ethernet cables are classified as straight-through network cable and crossover
network cable. They have the following features:
■ Straight-through network cable — The sequences of the wires crimped at the
RJ-45 connectors of the two ends are the same. The cable is used in the
connection between a terminal device, such as a PC or a router, and the Hub or
LAN Switch. Straight-through network cables are delivered along with the
router.
■ Crossover network cable — The sequences of the wires crimped at the RJ-45
connectors of the two ends are different. The cable is used in the connection
between the terminal device, such as a PC or a router, and the terminal device.
You can create this cable yourself, if necessary.
Table 56 Straight-through Network Cable Pinouts
Category 5
RJ-45 Signal twisted pair Signal Direction RJ-45
1 TX+ White (Orange) —> 1
2 TX- Orange —> 2
3 RX+ White (Green) <— 3
4 - Blue - 4
5 - White (Blue) - 5
6 RX- Green <— 6
7 - White (Brown) - 7
8 - Brown - 8
Table 57 Crossover Network Cable Pinouts
Category 5
RJ-45 Signal Twisted Pair Signal Direction RJ-45
1 TX+ White (Orange) —> 3
2 TX- Orange —> 6
3 RX+ White (Green) <— 1
4 - Blue - 4
5 - White (Blue) - 5
6 RX- Green <— 2
7 - White (Brown) - 7
8 - Brown - 8
You can use the table as a reference while distinguishing or preparing the two
kinds of Ethernet cables. While preparing the Ethernet cables, follow the
chromatogram given in this table to arrange the wires. Otherwise, communication
quality will be affected even though the equipment at two ends is connected.
Serial Interface Cable Synchronous and Asynchronous Mode

V.35 and V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) standards support synchronous operating mode,
while only V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) standard supports the asynchronous operating
mode. The maximum transmission distance and baud rate of the signal vary with
the operating mode.
Table 58 Transmission Rate and Transmission Distance of V.24 (EIA/TIA-232)/V.35 Cable
V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) V.35

Maximum Maximum
transmission Transmission
Baud rate (bps) distance (m) Baud rate (bps) distance (m)
2400 60 2400 1250

Table 58 Transmission Rate and Transmission Distance of V.24 (EIA/TIA-232)/V.35 Cable
V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) V.35

Maximum Maximum
transmission Transmission
Baud rate (bps) distance (m) Baud rate (bps) distance (m)
4800 60 4800 625
9600 30 9600 312
19200 30 19200 156
38400 20 38400 78
64000 20 54000 60
115200 10 64000 50
- - 2048000 30
The baud rate should not exceed 64 Kbps when the V.24 cable operates in
synchronous mode.
DTE and DCE Mode

The synchronous serial interface can operate in both DTE mode and DCE mode.
For two devices connected directly, one device should operate in DTE mode, and
the other device should operate in DCE mode. The DCE mode device provides a
synchronous clock and specifies the transmission rate, the DTE mode device
accepts the synchronous clock and communicates at the specified transmission
rate. Usually, the router serves as the DTE device. To determine whether the device
is a DTE or a DCE, refer to the user manual for the device.
Table 59 Typical DTE and DCE
Type of Equipment Type of Interface Typical Equipment
DTE male PC or router

DCE female Modem, multiplexer or
CSU/DSU
In general, the asynchronous serial interface is connected to a modem or a

terminal adapter (TA) to act as the dial-up interface. In this case, it is unnecessary
to determine whether the device is DTE or DCE, you must only select the
appropriate baud rate.
The synchronous/asynchronous serial port cable is connected to a DB-50

receptacle. Proper connection cable needs to be selected for the protocol applied.
Four types of synchronous/asynchronous serial port cables are available. However,

these cables are optional and you must select the proper one based on your
requirements when you purchase the router All these types of cables have a DB-50
adapter at one end.
At the network end, the connector is different for each type of cable, as described
in the following list:
■ V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DTE cable — DB-25 (male) adapter
■ V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DCE cable — DB-25 (female) adapter
■ V.35 DTE cable — 34-pin (male) adapter

■ V.35 DCE cable — 34-pin (female) adapter
V.24 DTE Cable Assembly Figure 84 illustrates the V.24 DTE cable assembly.
and Pinouts
Figure 84 V.24 DTE Cable Assembly
DB25 Male
Enlarged A side
describes V.24 DTE cable pinouts.

Table 60 V.24 DTE Cable Pinouts
DB-50 Signal Signal Direction DB-25 Signal
5 TxD/RxD —> 2 TxD
27 RxD/TxD <— 3 RxD
2 RTS/CTS —> 4 RTS
31 CTS/RTS <— 5 CTS
6 DSR/DTR <— 6 DSR
30 DCD/LL <— 8 DCD
3 TxC/NIL <— 15 TxC
28 RxC/TxCE <— 17 RxC
1 LL/DCD —> 18 LTST
26 DTR/DSR —> 20 DTR

4 TxCE/TxC —> 24 TxCE
50 GND - 1 Shield_GND
7 GND - 7 Circuit_GND
V.24 DCE Cable Figure 85 illustrates the V.24 DCE cable assembly.
Assembly and Pinouts
Figure 85 V.24 DCE Cable Assembly
DB25 Male
Enlarged A side
describes V.24 DCE cable pinouts.

Table 61 V.24 DCE Cable Pinouts
DB-50 Signal Signal Direction DB-25 Signal

5 TxD/RxD —> 3 RxD
27 RxD/TxD <— 2 TxD
2 RTS/CTS —> 5 CTS
31 CTS/RTS <— 4 RTS
26 DTR/DSR —> 6 DSR
1 LL/DCD —> 8 DCD

4 TxCE/TxC —> 15 TxC
29 NIL/RxC —> 17 RxC
30 DCD/LL <— 18 LTST
6 DSR/DTR <— 20 DTR
28 RxC/TxCE <— 24 TxCE
50 GND - 1 Shield_GND
7 GND - 7 Circuit_GND
V.35 DTE Cable Assembly Figure 86 illustrates the V.35 DTE cable assembly.
and Pinouts
Figure 86 V.35 DTE Cable Assembly
V.35 Male
DB50 Male Label
Enlarged A side Enlarged B side
describes V.35 DTE cable pinouts.

DB-50 Signal Signal Direction 34PIN Signal
2 RTS/CTS —> C RTS
31 CTS/RTS <— D CTS
6 DSR/DTR <— E DSR
30 DCD/LL <— F RLSD
26 DTR/DSR —> H DTR
1 LL/DCD —> K LT
15 TxD/RxD+ —> P SD+

39 TxD/RxD- —> S SD-
20 RxD/TxD+ <— R RD+
44 RxD/TxD- <— T RD-
16 TxCE/TxC+ —> U SCTE+
40 TxCE/TxC- —> W SCTE-
19 RxC/TxCE+ <— V SCR+
43 RxC/TxCE- <— X SCR-
18 TxC/RxC+ <— Y SCT+
42 TxC/RxC- <— AA SCT-
50 GND - A Shield_GND
7 GND - B Circuit_GND
24 RxD-REST GND - -
49 RxC-REST GND - -
25 TxC-REST GND - -
V.35 DCE Cable Figure 87 illustrates the V.35 DCE cable assembly.
Assembly and Pinouts
Figure 87 V.35 DCE Cable Assembly
V.35 Female
Table 63 describes V.35 DCE cable pinouts.

Table 63 V.35 DCE cable Pinouts
31 CTS/RTS <— C RTS
2 RTS/CTS —> D CTS
26 DTR/DSR —> E DSR
1 LL/DCD —> F RLSD
6 DSR/DTR <— H DTR
30 DCD/LL <— K LT
20 RxD/TxD+ <— P SD+
44 RxD/TxD- <— S SD-

Table 63 V.35 DCE cable Pinouts (continued)
15 TxD/RxD+ —> R RD+
39 TxD/RxD- —> T RD-
19 RxC/TxCE+ <— U SCTE+
43 RxC/TxCE- <— W SCTE-
17 NIL/RxC+ —> V SCR+
41 NIL/RxC- —> X SCR-
16 TxCE/TxC+ —> Y SCT+
40 TxCE/TxC- —> AA SCT-
50 GND - A Shield_GND
7 GND - B Circuit_GND
24 RxD-REST GND - -
49 RxC-REST GND - -
Dumb Terminal Table 64 describes dumb terminal adapter pinouts.

Adapter Table 64 Dumb Terminal Adapter Pinouts
RJ-45 (female) DB-25 (female) Signal
1 8 DCD
2 6 DSR
3 20 DTR
4 7 GND
5 2 TxD
6 3 RxD
7 4 RTS
8 5 CTS
E1 Cable Table 65 describes E1 cable pinouts. In this table, Tx = transmit and Rx = receive.
These markings on 75-ohm coaxial cables are in relation to the routers, and they
should be connected to the peer's “Tx” and “Rx”.
Table 65 E1 Cable Pinouts
BNC (75-ohm RJ-45 (120-ohm

DB-15 coaxil cable) twisted pair
9 Tx Tip Tx Tip 1 Tx Tip
2 Tx Ring Tx Ring 2 Tx Ring
10 Tx Shield - 3 Tx Shield
8 Rx Tip Rx Tip 4 Rx Tip

T1 Cable 97
Table 65 E1 Cable Pinouts
BNC (75-ohm RJ-45 (120-ohm

DB-15 coaxil cable) twisted pair
15 Rx ring Rx Ring 5 Rx Ring
7 Rx Shield - 6 Rx Shield
T1 Cable Table 66 describes T1 cable pinouts.

Table 66 T1 Cable Pinouts
Straight-throug
h Shielded
RJ-45 Network Cable Signal Description RJ-45
1 White (Orange) Rx Ring 1

2 Orange Rx Tip 2
3 White (Green) - - 3
4 Blue Tx Ring 4
5 White (Blue) Tx Tip 5
6 Green - - 6
7 White (Brown) - - 7
8 Brown - - 8
ISDN cables The ISDN S/T cable, shown in Figure 88, is a 4-core twisted pair cable. Both ends of
the cable have RJ-45 connectors in which pin 3 and pin 6 are the sending end, and
pin 4 and pin 5 are the receiving end.
Figure 88 ISDN S/T Cable
The ISDN U cable, shown in Figure 89, is a 2-core twisted pair cable. One end has
an RJ11 connector and the other end has an output terminal (OT) connector.
Figure 89 ISDN U Cable

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Router 5000 Family

Router 5012 (3C13701)

Part No. 10014373

1 INTRODUCING THE ROUTER 5000 FAMILY

2 INTRODUCING ROUTER 5012 SICS

3 INTRODUCING ROUTER 5000 FAMILY MIMS

4 INSTALLING THE ROUTER

5 BOOTING AND CONFIGURING THE ROUTER

6 MAINTAINING THE ROUTER

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The routers can be flexibly configured by changing or extending SICs or MIMs, to

■ Router 5012 — 2 SICs and 1 MIM

Software features of the Router 5000 Family include:

Table 1 Router 5000 Family Console Port Specifications

LEDs Table below describes the LEDs on the Router 5012

POWER ON — The module (MIM or SIC) is operating

WAN Flashing-data is being transmitted from local

Figure 1 illustrates the front of the Router 5012.

Figure 1 Front View of the Router 5012

Figure 2 illustrates the back of the Router 5012.

Figure 2 Back View of the Router 5012

Table 7 lists the attributes of the Router 5012 synchronous/asynchronous serial

Description Attribute Synchronous Asynchronous

Figure 3 Front Panel of the Router 5232

Figure 4 illustrates the back panel of the Router 5232.

Figure 4 Back Panel of the Router 5232 with MIMs installed

Item Router 5232 specifications

Figure 5 Front Panel of the Router 5642

Figure 6 Back Panel of the Router 5642

Item Router 5642 specifications

Table 9 System Specifications for the Router 5642 (continued)

Item Router 5642 specifications

Figure 7 Front Panel of the Router 5682

Figure 8 Back Panel of the Router 5682

Item Router 5682 specifications

Table 10 System Specifications for the Router 5682

Item Router 5682 specifications

Figure 9 shows the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC

Figure 9 1-Port 10/100 BASE-T SIC

Features Table 11 lists features of the 1-port 10/100 BASE-T SIC.

Table 11 Features of the 1-Port 10/100 BASE-T SIC

Figure 10 Front Panel of the 1-Port 10/100 BASE-T SIC

Figure 11 Ethernet Cable

To connect the Ethernet cable:

V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) V.35

Table 13 Baud Rate and Transmission Distance of V.24 (EIA/TIA-232)/V.35 Cable

V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) V.35

Equipment type Interface type Typical equipment

An asynchronous serial port is generally used as dialing port and is connected to a

Figure 12 illustrates the 1-Port Serial SIC.

Figure 12 1-Port Serial SIC

Features Table 15 lists features of the 1-Port Serial SIC

Figure 13 Front Panel of the 1-Port Serial SIC

Table 16 lists status descriptions of the 1-Port Serial SIC LEDs.

Table 17 1-Port Serial SIC Cables

Cable Network connector

Figure 14 V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DTE Cable

Figure 15 V.24 (EIA/TIA-232) DCE Cable

Figure 16 V.35 DTE Cable

Figure 17 V.35 DCE Cable

Enlarged A side DB50 Male Label Enlarged B side

To connect the cable to the 1-Port Serial SIC: