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RAS96 RASCard - E1
User Guide
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RAS96 RASCard User Guide P/N 82066350, Revision A Copyright © 2000 by Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without prior expressed written permission from Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. reser
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Important Safety Instructions Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The RAS96 RASCard circuit board includes a battery that maintains the RASCard’s setup information when it is turned off or disconnected from power. The battery can maintain the setup information for approximately 10 years with no external power, and long
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction Introduction ............................................................................................................................................2 Manual Organization ..........................................................................................................................2 Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................3 2 RASCard Description In
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Country Selection ............................................................................................................................44 E1 Facility Termination .................................................................................................................45 PCB Description...............................................................................................................................46 RJ-11 Alarm Jack......................................................
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1 Introduction CommPlete Communications Server 1
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RAS96 RASCard User Guide Introduction This manual describes the field installation and configuration of a Multi-Tech RAS96 series RASCard into a CommPlete Communications Server. It also describes the optional E1 daughter card which is required for use with MT5634HD16 modem cards. The RASCard is a single board Pentium computer that serves as a remote access server (RAS) for the CommPlete Communications Server system. Up to four RASCards, one per segment, can be installed in one CommPlete Communic
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1 Introduction Appendix B POST Messages This appendix describes error messages that might be encountered during the RAS96’s power-on self-test (POST). Appendix C POST Codes This appendix describes codes generated by the BIOS during POST. Appendix D Approved Memory This appendix lists memory SIMMs that are known to work with the RAS96. Appendix E Regulatory Agency Information This appendix provides Regulatory Agency information pertaining to this E1device. Technical Specifications • Intel 43
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RAS96 RASCard User Guide • Humidity range: 20–90% (noncondensing). • Power consumption: 4.5 A @ +5 VDC. • Limited warranty: Two years. 4 CommPlete Communications Server
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2 RASCard Description CommPlete Communications Server 5
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RAS96 RASCard User Guide Introduction The RAS96 assembly consists of a Pentium computer card to which is mounted a 2.5- inch hard disk drive, up to two optional E1 cards, and a front panel. Figure 1 shows the layout of the RAS96 card. The RAS96 assembly plugs into bus connectors on the inside of the CC9600 chassis that supply power and support data communications among the various components of the CommPlete Communications Server. The remainder of this chapter describes the RASCard’s memory bank
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2 RASCard Description Table 1. Memory Configurations. Bank 1 Bank 2 TOTAL None None 0 MB 2 × 4 MB None 8 MB 2 × 4 MB 2 × 4 MB 16 MB 2 × 8 MB None 16 MB 2 × 8 MB 2 × 4 MB 24 MB 2 × 8 MB 2 × 8 MB 32 MB 2 × 16 MB None 32 MB 2 × 16 MB 2 × 8 MB 48 MB 2 × 16 MB 2 × 16 MB 64 MB 2 × 32 MB None 64 MB 2 × 32 MB 2 × 16 MB 96 MB 2 × 32 MB 2 × 32 MB 128 MB Jumpers The RASCard has five configuration jumpers. One is used for the watchdog timer; the other four are used to select the CPU frequency and the CPU-t
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RAS96 RASCard User Guide Internal Connectors The RASCard has several internal connectors, which are described from front to back. J20 CPU Fan This is the 5 VDC power connector for the CPU’s cooling fan. J12 Power Switch This is the connector for the power switch. J8 Speaker This connector can be used to connect a speaker to the RASCard. However, it is normally not used when more than one RASCard is installed in the CommPlete chassis. J1, J10 E1 Card This connector provides power, ground, and
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2 RASCard Description J2 Power Connector This connector supplies power and ground to the RASCard. External Connectors The RASCard has four connectors that are accessible from the rear of the CommPlete chassis. J22 E1 Alarm This RJ-11 jack can be used to connect an external alarm system (not supplied by Multi-Tech) to monitor the online or alarm condition of the E1 link. J3 COM1 COM1, a male DB-9 connector, is the RASCard’s serial port. It can be used to connect a dumb terminal to the RASCard
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RAS96 RASCard User Guide Front Panel LED Indicators Ethernet Status LEDs The RASCard front panel contains three indicators that show the status of the RASCard’s Ethernet port. LED Indicator Color Indication On during Ethernet transmit. XMT Transmit Green On during Ethernet receive. RCV Receive Green LINK Link Integrity Yellow On during a good link. E1 Status LEDs The RASCard front panel contains seven indicators that show the status of the RASCard’s optional E1 port. LED Indicator Color Indicati
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2 RASCard Description LED Indicator Color Indication RAI ALARM Red Also known as RAI (REMOTE ALARM INDICATION). On indicates that the E1 card is receiving unframed all 1s, indicating disconnection or attached device failure. Off indicates that the attached device is operating correctly. TEST MODE Red On indicates that the E1 card is in one of several possible test modes. Off indicates that the E1 card is not in a test mode. Switches Power Switch The power switch turns the RASCard on and off. An
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3 Installation CommPlete Communications Server 13
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RAS96 RASCard User Guide Introduction This chapter describes how to install the RAS96 RASCard into a CommPlete Communication Server chassis (either CC9600 or CC2400). This equipment should be installed only by a qualified service person. Safety Warnings • Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. • Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jacks are specifically designed for wet locations. • Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone
