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Ceragon FibeAir IP-20 Series User Manual

Ceragon FibeAir IP-20 Series
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User Guide
FibeAir® IP-20 All-Outdoor
Products:
IP-20C
IP-20C-HP
IP-20S
IP-20E
IP-20V
December 2018
Rev S.02 | CeraOS 10.5
© Copyright 2018 by Ceragon Networks Ltd. All rights reserved.

Table of Contents

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Ceragon FibeAir IP-20 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryMulti-service Platforms
Product SeriesFibeAir IP-20 Series
CapacityUp to 2.5 Gbps
Modulation Schemes4QAM to 4096QAM
Power Supply-48 VDC
DeploymentAll-outdoor

Summary

1. Introduction

Configuration Tips

Describes common issues and how to avoid them in the IP-20 unit configuration.

IP-20C Overview

Provides an overview of the IP-20C product, its features, and deployment scenarios.

IP-20C-HP Overview

Details the IP-20C-HP, a high-power version with advanced features like 4x4 MIMO and AFR.

IP-20S Overview

Describes the IP-20S as an all-outdoor solution for backhaul sites, running CeraOS.

IP-20E Overview

Details the IP-20E, a compact E-band system for high capacity backhaul Ethernet.

IP-20V Overview

Describes the IP-20V, a compact V-band system for high capacity backhaul.

PoE Injector Overview

Explains the PoE injector box designed for single cable data and DC power connection.

FibeAir IP-20 Assured Platform

Highlights the platform's features for network reliability, security, and data integrity.

The Web-Based Element Management System

Introduces the Web EMS, an HTTP web-based manager for configuration and performance monitoring.

Reference Guide to Web EMS Menu Structure

Provides a table linking Web EMS menu hierarchy to document sections for instructions.

2. Getting Started

Assigning IP Addresses in the Network

Explains the importance of assigning dedicated IP addresses for the IP-20 unit in the network plan.

Establishing a Connection

Details how to connect the IP-20 unit to a PC via a TP cable for initial setup.

Logging on

Provides instructions for logging into the IP-20 unit using the default IP address and credentials.

Changing Your Password

Recommends changing the default Admin password and explains the process.

Applying a Pre-Defined Configuration File

Describes how to configure IP-20 units by applying pre-defined configuration files.

Performing Quick Platform Setup

Centralizes key configurable items from several pages into a single page for quick setup.

Mate Management Access (IP Forwarding) (CLI)

Enables in-band management for nodes using two IP-20C/HP units where traffic comes from an external switch.

Configuring In-Band Management

Explains how to configure in-band management to manage the unit remotely via radio and/or Ethernet interfaces.

Changing the Management IP Address (CLI)

Details how to change the management IP address of the local unit.

Configuring the Activation Key

Explains the pay-as-you-grow concept for enabling capacity and functionality with activation keys.

Setting the Time and Date (Optional)

Guides on setting the UTC offset and daylight savings time for accurate timekeeping.

Enabling the Interfaces (Interface Manager)

Describes how to enable or disable Ethernet traffic and radio interfaces via the Interface Manager.

Configuring the Radio (MRMC) Script(s) (CLI)

Defines how radio carriers utilize available capacity, specifying transmit/receive levels and modulation.

Running the Frequency Scanner (IP-20V)

Enables scanning a defined frequency range to determine interference levels for optimal IP-20V operation.

Configuring the Radio Parameters

Details the steps for configuring radio frequencies, TX level, and mute status.

Enabling ACM with Adaptive Transmit Power (CLI)

Enables ACM to adjust power levels on the fly, optimizing capacity at every modulation point.

Operating in FIPS Mode (CLI)

Describes how to configure IP-20C and IP-20S units for FIPS 140-2 compliance.

Configuring Grouping (Optional) (CLI)

Explains how to configure interface groups according to the network plan.

Creating Service(s) for Traffic (CLI)

Details the process of configuring Ethernet traffic services to pass traffic through the IP-20.

3. Configuration Guide

System Configurations

Lists basic system configurations and IP-20 product types that support them, with instructions.

Configuring a Link Using the Quick Configuration Wizard

Guides users through configuration of basic radio parameters and services to establish a working pipe link.

Configuring Multi-Carrier ABC

Explains Multi-Carrier Adaptive Bandwidth Control, enabling multiple radio carriers to be shared by a single Ethernet port.

Configuring Link Aggregation (LAG) and LACP (Optional) (CLI)

Details how to group several physical interfaces into a single logical interface bound to a single MAC address.

Configuring XPIC (CLI)

Explains Cross Polarization Interference Canceller feature enabling two radio carriers to use the same frequency with polarity separation.

Configuring Unit Protection with HSB Radio Protection (External Protection) (CLI)

Explains how to configure unit protection, including HSB radio protection and Ethernet interface protection.

Configuring MIMO and Space Diversity (CLI)

Describes how to configure MIMO and Space Diversity for enhanced link performance.

Operating an IP-20C or IP-20C-HP in Single Radio Carrier Mode (CLI)

Provides steps to operate an IP-20C or IP-20C-HP unit in single radio carrier mode.

4. Unit Management

Defining the IP Protocol Version for Initiating Communications (CLI)

Specifies which IP protocol (IPv4 or IPv6) the unit will use for initiating communications.

Configuring the Remote Unit’s IP Address (CLI)

Details configuring the remote unit’s IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

Configuring SNMP (CLI)

Explains SNMP configuration including versions, communities, and trap managers.

Configuring Trap Managers (CLI)

Details how to configure trap forwarding parameters by editing the Trap Managers table.

Installing and Configuring an FTP or SFTP Server

Guides on installing and configuring FTP or SFTP server software on a PC or laptop for unit operations.

Configuring the Internal Ports for FTP or SFTP (CLI)

Explains changing default FTP/SFTP ports for client operations.

Upgrading the Software (CLI)

Details the process of downloading, installing, and resetting software/firmware releases.

Backing Up and Restoring Configurations (CLI)

Enables importing, exporting, backing up, and restoring system configuration files.

Setting the Unit to the Factory Default Configuration (CLI)

Restores the unit to factory defaults while retaining IP settings and logs.

Performing a Hard (Cold) Reset (CLI)

Initiates a hard (cold) reset on the unit.

Configuring Unit Parameters (CLI)

Allows viewing and configuring system information like unit name, description, and location.

Configuring NTP (CLI)

Explains NTP configuration for system time and date synchronization.

Displaying Unit Inventory (CLI)

Provides information on viewing unit hardware part number and serial number.

Displaying SFP DDM and Inventory Information (CLI)

Details static and dynamic monitoring for SFP, SFP+, and CSFP modules used in Ethernet and MIMO ports.

5. Radio Configuration (CLI)

Viewing and Configuring the Remote Radio Parameters (CLI)

Enables viewing and configuring carrier parameters at the remote side of the link.

Configuring ATPC and ATPC Override Timer (CLI)

Explains ATPC and its override timer for TX power adjustment to preserve RSL.

Configuring Header De-Duplication and Frame Cut-Through (CLI)

Details configuring Header De-Duplication and Frame Cut-Through for improved throughput.

Configuring AES-256 Payload Encryption (CLI)

Explains AES-256 payload encryption for securing radio links against eavesdropping.

Configuring and Viewing Radio PMs and Statistics (CLI)

Covers configuring PM thresholds and displaying radio performance data.

6. Ethernet Services and Interfaces (CLI)

Configuring Ethernet Service(s) (CLI)

Details defining Ethernet services, each a virtual bridge for connectivity.

Setting the MRU Size and the S-VLAN Ethertype (CLI)

Guides on configuring MRU size and S-VLAN Ethertype globally for the IP-20 switch.

Configuring Ethernet Interfaces (CLI)

Explains configuring physical interface parameters like media type, speed, duplex.

Configuring Automatic State Propagation and Link Loss Forwarding (CLI)

Enables propagation of radio failures to Ethernet ports and closing ports on radio failure.

Viewing Ethernet PMs and Statistics (CLI)

Covers displaying peak/average TX/RX rates, bytes, and packets for measured intervals.

7. Quality of Service (QoS) (CLI)

QoS Overview (CLI)

Explains Quality of Service, how frames are handled, and its importance in network scenarios.

Configuring Classification (CLI)

Details the hierarchical classification mechanism for examining frames for CoS and Color.

Configuring Policers (Rate Metering) (CLI)

Explains hierarchical policing and defining up to 250 rate meter profiles.

Configuring Marking (CLI)

Describes modifying frame's 802.1p UP bit and CFI/DEI bits according to classifier decision.

Configuring WRED (CLI)

Explains Weighted Random Early Detection (WRED) for differentiating traffic based on CoS.

Configuring Shapers (CLI)

Details egress shaping on queue and service bundle levels for traffic profiling.

Configuring Scheduling (CLI)

Explains scheduling priorities among queues using hierarchical scheduling and WFQ.

Displaying Egress PMs and Statistics (CLI)

Covers displaying egress PMs and statistics at queue and service bundle levels.

8. Ethernet Protocols (CLI)

Configuring Adaptive Bandwidth Notification (ABN) (CLI)

Enables third party applications to learn about bandwidth changes in a radio link when ACM is active.

Configuring LLDP (CLI)

Explains Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) for automatic network connectivity discovery.

Configuring Service OAM (SOAM) Fault Management (FM) (CLI)

Details Service OAM for detecting, isolating, and reporting connectivity faults.

9. Synchronization (CLI)

Configuring SyncE Regenerator (CLI)

Details adding a pipe configuration for SyncE PRC regenerator mode.

Changing the ETSI/ANSI Mode (CLI)

Explains how to change the ETSI/ANSI mode to ANSI for sync source quality configuration.

Configuring the Sync Source (CLI)

Guides on configuring interfaces as synchronization sources based on priority and quality.

Configuring the Outgoing Clock and SSM Messages (CLI)

Covers configuring synchronization settings per interface including SSM administration.

Configuring 1588 Transparent Clock (CLI)

Describes configuring 1588v2-compliant Transparent Clock to counter delay variation.

10. Access Management and Security (CLI)

Configuring the General Access Control Parameters (CLI)

Sets blocking criteria for unauthorized login (failed attempts, unused accounts).

Configuring the Password Security Parameters (CLI)

Configures password strength, aging, and first login change requirements.

Configuring the Session Timeout (CLI)

Sets the session timeout period in minutes, after which user sessions time out due to inactivity.

Configuring Users (CLI)

Explains user configuration, defining roles and permissions per functionality group.

Configuring RADIUS (CLI)

Details RADIUS for centralized user management, supporting client for authentication and authorization.

Configuring X.509 CSR Certificates and HTTPS (CLI)

Guides on CSR generation, certificate download, and enabling HTTPS for secure web access.

Configuring HTTPS Cipher Hardening (CLI)

Allows configuring HTTPS strong mode, disabling older SSL/TLS versions.

Blocking Telnet Access (CLI)

Explains how to block telnet access to the unit.

Uploading the Security Log (CLI)

Describes uploading the security log for analysis of security features and events.

Uploading the Configuration Log (CLI)

Details uploading the configuration log for security analysis and troubleshooting.

11. Alarm Management and Troubleshooting (CLI)

Viewing Current Alarms (CLI)

Displays all raised alarms with details about each alarm.

Viewing Alarm Statistics (CLI)

Provides a summary of alarms per module and per interface.

Viewing and Saving the Event Log (CLI)

Lists current/historical events and information, with export functionality.

Editing Alarm Text and Severity and Disabling Alarms and Events (CLI)

Allows editing alarm severity, adding text, and disabling alarms/events.

Configuring Voltage Alarm Thresholds and Displaying Voltage Threshold PMs (CLI)

Enables configuring undervoltage/overvoltage thresholds and displaying PMs.

Uploading Unit Info (CLI)

Generates and uploads Unit Info file with technical data for customer support analysis.

Activating the Radio Logger (CLI)

Gathers technical data about radio operation for diagnostic purposes.

Performing Diagnostics (CLI)

Covers radio loopback, Ethernet loopback, and SOAM fault management.

13. Getting Started (CLI)

General (CLI)

Explains the importance of assigning a dedicated IP address according to the network plan.

Establishing a Connection (CLI)

Details connecting the IP-20 unit to a PC via a TP cable for CLI access.

Logging On (CLI)

Provides instructions for logging into the IP-20 unit via telnet using default credentials.

General CLI Commands

Covers basic CLI commands, auto-completion, navigation, and help functions.

Changing Your Password (CLI)

Recommends changing the default Admin password and explains the process for root user and admin passwords.

Mate Management Access (IP Forwarding) (CLI)

Enables in-band management for nodes using two IP-20C/HP units with traffic from an external switch.

Changing the Management IP Address (CLI)

Details how to set the unit's IP address in IPv4 or IPv6 format via CLI.

Configuring the Activation Key (CLI)

Explains the pay-as-you-grow concept for enabling capacity and functionality with activation keys via CLI.

Setting the Time and Date (Optional) (CLI)

Guides on setting UTC time and local offset relative to UTC and daylight savings time via CLI.

Enabling the Interfaces (CLI)

Describes how to enable or disable Ethernet and radio interfaces using CLI commands.

Configuring the Radio (MRMC) Script(s) (CLI)

Defines how radio carriers utilize capacity, specifying transmit/receive levels and modulation via CLI.

Configuring the Radio Parameters (CLI)

Details setting radio frequencies, TX level, mute status, and other parameters via CLI.

Enabling ACM with Adaptive Transmit Power (CLI)

Enables ACM to adjust power levels dynamically for optimal capacity via CLI.

Configuring the RSL Threshold Alarm (CLI)

Allows enabling RSL threshold alarms and setting the threshold values via CLI.

Operating in FIPS Mode (CLI)

Describes configuring IP-20C/IP-20S units for FIPS 140-2 compliance using CLI.

Configuring Grouping (Optional) (CLI)

Explains configuring interface groups according to the network plan using CLI.

Creating Service(s) for Traffic (CLI)

Details configuring Ethernet traffic services to pass traffic through the IP-20 via CLI.

14. Configuration Guide (CLI)

System Configurations (CLI)

Lists basic system configurations and IP-20 product types supporting them, with CLI instructions.

Configuring Multi-Carrier ABC (CLI)

Explains Multi-Carrier Adaptive Bandwidth Control using CLI commands.

Configuring Multiband (Enhanced Multi-Carrier ABC) (CLI)

Details configuring Multiband nodes, bundling E-Band and microwave radios, using CLI.

Configuring Link Aggregation (LAG) and LACP (Optional) (CLI)

Guides on configuring LAG for interface redundancy and aggregation using CLI.

Configuring XPIC (CLI)

Explains configuring Cross Polarization Interference Canceller (XPIC) using CLI commands.

Configuring Unit Protection with HSB Radio Protection (External Protection) (CLI)

Details configuring unit protection, including HSB radio and Ethernet interface protection via CLI.

Configuring MIMO and Space Diversity (CLI)

Describes configuring MIMO and Space Diversity for enhanced link performance using CLI.

Operating an IP-20C or IP-20C-HP in Single Radio Carrier Mode (CLI)

Provides steps to operate an IP-20C or IP-20C-HP unit in single radio carrier mode using CLI.

15. Unit Management (CLI)

Defining the IP Protocol Version for Initiating Communications (CLI)

Specifies which IP protocol (IPv4 or IPv6) the unit will use for initiating communications via CLI.

Configuring the Remote Unit’s IP Address (CLI)

Details configuring the remote unit’s IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway via CLI.

Configuring SNMP (CLI)

Explains SNMP configuration including versions, communities, and trap managers via CLI.

Configuring the Internal Ports for FTP or SFTP (CLI)

Explains changing default FTP/SFTP ports for client operations via CLI.

Upgrading the Software (CLI)

Details downloading, installing, and resetting software/firmware releases via CLI.

Backing Up and Restoring Configurations (CLI)

Enables importing, exporting, backing up, and restoring configurations via CLI.

Setting the Unit to the Factory Default Configuration (CLI)

Restores the unit to factory defaults while retaining IP settings and logs via CLI.

Performing a Hard (Cold) Reset (CLI)

Initiates a hard (cold) reset on the unit via CLI.

Configuring Unit Parameters (CLI)

Allows viewing and configuring system information like unit name, description, and location via CLI.

Configuring NTP (CLI)

Explains NTP configuration for system time and date synchronization via CLI.

Displaying Unit Inventory (CLI)

Provides information on viewing unit hardware part number and serial number via CLI.

16. Radio Configuration (CLI)

Viewing and Configuring the Remote Radio Parameters (CLI)

Enables viewing and configuring carrier parameters at the remote side of the link.

Configuring ATPC and ATPC Override Timer (CLI)

Explains ATPC and its override timer for TX power adjustment to preserve RSL.

Configuring Header De-Duplication and Frame Cut-Through (CLI)

Details configuring Header De-Duplication and Frame Cut-Through for improved throughput.

Configuring AES-256 Payload Encryption (CLI)

Explains AES-256 payload encryption for securing radio links against eavesdropping.

Configuring and Viewing Radio PMs and Statistics (CLI)

Covers configuring PM thresholds and displaying radio performance data.

17. Ethernet Services and Interfaces (CLI)

Configuring Ethernet Service(s) (CLI)

Details defining Ethernet services, each a virtual bridge for connectivity.

Setting the MRU Size and the S-VLAN Ethertype (CLI)

Guides on configuring MRU size and S-VLAN Ethertype globally for the IP-20 switch.

Configuring Ethernet Interfaces (CLI)

Explains configuring physical interface parameters like media type, speed, duplex.

Configuring Automatic State Propagation and Link Loss Forwarding (CLI)

Enables propagation of radio failures to Ethernet ports and closing ports on radio failure.

Viewing Ethernet PMs and Statistics (CLI)

Covers displaying peak/average TX/RX rates, bytes, and packets for measured intervals.

18. Quality of Service (QoS) (CLI)

QoS Overview (CLI)

Explains Quality of Service, how frames are handled, and its importance in network scenarios.

Configuring Classification (CLI)

Details the hierarchical classification mechanism for examining frames for CoS and Color.

Configuring Policers (Rate Metering) (CLI)

Explains hierarchical policing and defining up to 250 rate meter profiles.

Configuring Marking (CLI)

Describes modifying frame's 802.1p UP bit and CFI/DEI bits according to classifier decision.

Configuring WRED (CLI)

Explains Weighted Random Early Detection (WRED) for differentiating traffic based on CoS.

Configuring Shapers (CLI)

Details egress shaping on queue and service bundle levels for traffic profiling.

Configuring Scheduling (CLI)

Explains scheduling priorities among queues using hierarchical scheduling and WFQ.

Displaying Egress PMs and Statistics (CLI)

Covers displaying egress PMs and statistics at queue and service bundle levels.

19. Ethernet Protocols (CLI)

Configuring Adaptive Bandwidth Notification (ABN) (CLI)

Enables third party applications to learn about bandwidth changes in a radio link when ACM is active.

Configuring LLDP (CLI)

Explains Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) for automatic network connectivity discovery.

Configuring Service OAM (SOAM) Fault Management (FM) (CLI)

Details Service OAM for detecting, isolating, and reporting connectivity faults.

20. Synchronization (CLI)

Configuring SyncE Regenerator (CLI)

Details adding a pipe configuration for SyncE PRC regenerator mode.

Changing the ETSI/ANSI Mode (CLI)

Explains how to change the ETSI/ANSI mode to ANSI for sync source quality configuration.

Configuring the Sync Source (CLI)

Guides on configuring interfaces as synchronization sources based on priority and quality.

Configuring the Outgoing Clock and SSM Messages (CLI)

Covers configuring synchronization settings per interface including SSM administration.

Configuring 1588 Transparent Clock (CLI)

Describes configuring 1588v2-compliant Transparent Clock to counter delay variation.

21. Access Management and Security (CLI)

Configuring the General Access Control Parameters (CLI)

Sets blocking criteria for unauthorized login (failed attempts, unused accounts).

Configuring the Password Security Parameters (CLI)

Configures password strength, aging, and first login change requirements.

Configuring the Session Timeout (CLI)

Sets the session timeout period in minutes, after which user sessions time out due to inactivity.

Configuring Users (CLI)

Explains user configuration, defining roles and permissions per functionality group.

Configuring RADIUS (CLI)

Details RADIUS for centralized user management, supporting client for authentication and authorization.

Configuring X.509 CSR Certificates and HTTPS (CLI)

Guides on CSR generation, certificate download, and enabling HTTPS for secure web access.

Configuring HTTPS Cipher Hardening (CLI)

Allows configuring HTTPS strong mode, disabling older SSL/TLS versions.

Blocking Telnet Access (CLI)

Explains how to block telnet access to the unit.

Uploading the Security Log (CLI)

Describes uploading the security log for analysis of security features and events.

Uploading the Configuration Log (CLI)

Details uploading the configuration log for security analysis and troubleshooting.

22. Alarm Management and Troubleshooting (CLI)

Viewing Current Alarms (CLI)

Displays all raised alarms with details about each alarm.

Viewing Alarm Statistics (CLI)

Provides a summary of alarms per module and per interface.

Viewing and Saving the Event Log (CLI)

Lists current/historical events and information, with export functionality.

Editing Alarm Text and Severity and Disabling Alarms and Events (CLI)

Allows editing alarm severity, adding text, and disabling alarms/events.

Configuring Voltage Alarm Thresholds and Displaying Voltage Threshold PMs (CLI)

Enables configuring undervoltage/overvoltage thresholds and displaying PMs.

Uploading Unit Info (CLI)

Generates and uploads Unit Info file with technical data for customer support analysis.

Activating the Radio Logger (CLI)

Gathers technical data about radio operation for diagnostic purposes.

Performing Diagnostics (CLI)

Covers radio loopback, Ethernet loopback, and SOAM fault management.

23. Maintenance

Temperature Ranges

Specifies permissible unit temperature ranges for IP-20C, IP-20C-HP, IP-20S, IP-20E, and IP-20V.

Troubleshooting Tips

Provides tips for common issues like polarization performance, RSL similarity, and software upgrade problems.

IP-20C Connector Pin-outs

Details the connector pin-outs for the IP-20C interfaces, including electrical and optical ports.

IP-20C LEDs

Explains the LEDs indicating the status of IP-20C unit's interfaces and overall unit status.

IP-20C-HP Connector Pin-outs

Details the connector pin-outs for the IP-20C-HP interfaces.

IP-20C-HP LEDs

Explains the LEDs indicating the status of IP-20C-HP unit's interfaces and overall unit status.

IP-20S Connector Pin-outs

Details the connector pin-outs for the IP-20S interfaces.

IP-20S LEDs

Explains the LEDs indicating the status of IP-20S unit's interfaces and overall unit status.

IP-20E Connector Pin-outs

Details the connector pin-outs for the IP-20E interfaces, including ESE, ESS, and ESP versions.

IP-20E LEDs

Explains the LEDs indicating the status of IP-20E unit's interfaces and overall unit status.

IP-20V Connector Pin-outs

Details the connector pin-outs for the IP-20V interfaces.

IP-20V LEDs

Explains the LEDs indicating the status of IP-20V unit's interfaces and overall unit status.

PoE Injector Pin-outs

Details the pin-outs for the PoE Injector connectors.

24. Alarms List

radio-digital-loopback

Alarm for Framer digital loopback, with corrective action to disable it.

protection-mimo-misconfiguration-alarm

Major alarm due to Unit Redundancy and MIMO 4x4 conflict.

corrupted-file-card-failure

Critical alarm when FPGA Firmware file is not found on the Main Board.

radio-unit-extreme-temperature

Warning alarm for RFU extreme temperature, linked to installation or RFU issues.

license-violation-alarm

Critical alarm indicating configuration mismatch with activation-key-enabled features.

rx-level-out-of range

Warning alarm for RFU RX level out of range, indicating low RSL or link down.

25. Abbreviations

ABC

Adaptive Bandwidth Control

CLI

Command Line Interface

LLDP

Link Layer Discovery Protocol

QoS

Quality of Service

SFTP

Secure FTP

WRED

Weighted Random Early Detection

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