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Cisco uBR7200 Series Universal Broadband Router Software Configuration Guide
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Chapter 3 Configuring Cable Modem Interface Features
Configuring the Downstream Cable Modem Interface
Verifying the Downstream MPEG Framing Format
To verify the downstream MPEG framing format setting, enter the show controllers cable command for
the downstream port you have just configured. See the following example:
Router# show controllers cable5/0 downstream
Cable5/0 Downstream is up
Frequency=96000000, Channel Width 6 MHz, 64-QAM, Symbol Rate 5.056941 Msps
FEC ITU-T J.83 Annex B, R/S Interleave I=32, J=4
Downstream channel ID: 0
Setting Downstream Traffic Shaping
Downstream traffic shaping enables you to use the token bucket policing algorithm with traffic shaping
options or the weighted discard algorithm to buffer, shape, or discard packets that exceed a set
bandwidth. Downstream traffic shaping is disabled by default.
To enable downstream traffic shaping for a downstream port on a Cisco cable interface line card, use one
of the following commands in cable interface configuration mode.
Verifying Downstream Traffic shaping
To determine if downstream traffic shaping is configured and activated, enter the show running-config
command and look for the cable interface configuration information. If downstream traffic shaping is
configured and enabled, a traffic shaping entry appears in the output. If downstream traffic shaping is
disabled, no traffic shaping entry appears.
Router# show running-config
Command Purpose
Step 1
Router(config-if)# cable downstream
rate-limit token-bucket
Router(config-if)# cable downstream
rate-limit token-bucket shaping
Router(config-if)# cable downstream
rate-limit token-bucket shaping granularity 8
Router(config-if)# cable downstream
rate-limit token-bucket shaping max-delay 256
Enables traffic shaping on the downstream port using the token
bucket policing algorithm. With this command, the
Cisco
uBR7200 series router automatically drops packets that
are in violation of the allowable bandwidth.
Enables traffic shaping on the downstream port using the token
bucket policing algorithm with traffic shaping.
Enables traffic shaping on the downstream port using the token
bucket policing algorithm with specific traffic shaping time
granularity. Acceptable values are 1, 2, 4, 8, or 16 milliseconds.
Enables traffic shaping on the downstream port using the token
bucket policing algorithm with specific maximum traffic shaping
buffering delay. Acceptable values are 128, 256, 512, or 1028
milliseconds.
Step 2
Router(config-if)# cable downstream
rate-limit weighted-discard 3
Enables traffic shaping on the downstream port using the
weighted discard algorithm and assigns a weight for the
exponential moving average of the loss rate. Acceptable values
are 1 to 4.
Step 3
Router(config-if)# ^Z
Router#
Exits back to EXEC mode so that you can verify the steps.

Table of Contents

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Cisco 7246VXR - uBR Router Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model7246VXR
Product SeriesuBR
CategoryNetwork Router
Slots6
Data Transfer RateUp to 1 Gbps
Operating SystemCisco IOS
Expansion Slots6

Summary

Preface

Document Revision History

Records technical changes made to the document over time.

Document Objectives

Describes the purpose and scope of the configuration guide.

Audience

Identifies the intended readers for the Cisco uBR7200 series guide.

Document Organization

Outlines the structure of the guide, summarizing chapters and procedures.

Conventions

Explains the typographical and command syntax conventions used.

Terms and Acronyms

Provides definitions for key terms and acronyms used in the document.

Related Documentation

Lists additional Cisco documents for further information and support.

CHAPTER 1 Overview of Cisco uBR7200 Series Software

Cisco IOS Releases and Images for the Cisco uBR7200 Series

Details supported Cisco IOS release trains, images, and memory requirements.

Cisco uBR7200 Series Chassis Overview

Describes the Cisco uBR7200 series routers, their supported hardware features, and interoperability.

Cisco uBR7200 Series Router Configuration Overview

Summarizes features requiring software configuration and hardware/interface details.

Supported Software Features for the Cisco uBR7200 Series

Summarizes router software features and directs to additional configuration info.

DOCSIS and CMTS Interoperability

Familiarizes with DOCSIS architectural fundamentals and interoperability.

CHAPTER 2 Configuring the Cable Modem Termination System for the First Time

Configuration Fundamentals for the Cisco uBR7200 Series

Describes basic parameters, passwords, and initial configuration utilities.

Configuring the Cisco uBR7200 Series Using AutoInstall

Explains how to configure a new router automatically using AutoInstall.

Configuring the Cisco uBR7200 Series Using the Setup Facility

Guides on using the System Configuration dialog for CMTS configuration.

Configuring the Cisco uBR7200 Series Manually Using Configuration Mode

Provides instructions for manual router configuration if Setup or AutoInstall are not used.

Saving Your Configuration Settings

Details how to store configuration changes to NVRAM using copy running-config.

CHAPTER 3 Configuring Cable Modem Interface Features

Configuring the Downstream Cable Modem Interface

Provides instructions for required downstream configuration tasks.

Configuring the Upstream Cable Modem Interface

Provides instructions for required upstream configuration tasks.

Configuring Optional Cable Modem Interface Features

Provides instructions for optional CM interface configurations for performance/security.

CHAPTER 4 Configuring DOCSIS Baseline Privacy Interface on the Cisco uBR7200 Series

Baseline Privacy Interface Overview

Describes DOCSIS 1.0 BPI, key management, CM communication, and illustrations.

Enabling DOCSIS BPI

Provides guidelines for enabling DOCSIS 1.0 BPI on the Cisco uBR7200 series.

DOCSIS 1.1 Baseline Privacy Interface Plus Overview

Provides an overview of the features in DOCSIS 1.1 Baseline Privacy Interface Plus.

CHAPTER 5 Managing Cable Modems on the Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial Network

Activating Cable Modem Authentication

Provides instructions to require CMs to return a known text string for network access.

Activating Cable Modem Insertion Interval

Limits the time a CM requests a channel for the first time from the Cisco uBR7200 series.

Activating Cable Modem Upstream Address Verification

Ensures only CMs with DHCP leases can access the HFC network.

Configuring Dynamic Contention Algorithms (Cable Insertion Interval, Range, and Data Backoff)

Configures algorithms controlling contention subchannel capacity and efficient usage.

Configuring the Dynamic Map Advance Algorithm

Enhances upstream throughput by tuning MAP lookahead time based on channel parameters.

CHAPTER 6 Configuring Basic Broadband Internet Access

Overview of Basic Broadband Internet Access

Describes parameters for configuring and maintaining basic broadband Internet access.

Recommended Basic Configuration for High-Speed Internet Access

Provides factory-supplied configurations for downstream RF and upstream frequency.

Basic Internet Access Sample Configuration File

Includes sample configuration file features for basic DOCSIS Internet Access.

CHAPTER 7 Overview of the Cisco Network Registrar for the Cisco uBR7200 Series

Cisco Network Registrar Description

Describes CNR as a dynamic IP address management system using DHCP and scripts.

Overview of Scripts

Lists scripts applicable to cable interface configuration.

Activate Scripts in Cisco Network Registrar

Explains how to activate scripts after placing them in the appropriate directory.

Configuring the Cisco uBR7200 Series to Use Scripts

Details commands for proper communication with scripts in the system.

Configure the System Default Policy

Describes adding options to the system default policy for cable modems and PCs.

Create Selection Tag Scopes

Explains how to create and use scope selection tags for CNR configuration.

CNR Steps to Support Subinterfaces

Provides CNR configuration steps when subinterfaces are configured on the router.

CHAPTER 8 Troubleshooting the System

Understanding show Command Responses

Summarizes cable-related show commands for deriving system information.

Using a Headend Cable Modem to Verify Downstream Signals

Uses a Cisco uBR924 modem to verify downstream signal originating from the router.

Performing Amplitude Averaging

Explains how the system determines optimum power level for CMs with low SNR.

Setting Downstream Test Signals

Provides configuration commands to create downstream test signals.

Pinging Unresponsive Cable Modems

Helps diagnose channel health between the router and CM for unresponsive modems.

Using Cable Interface debug Commands

Provides instructions for troubleshooting cable interface line cards using debug commands.

APPENDIX A Installing or Upgrading Cisco IOS Software

Introduction

Explains installing Cisco IOS software onto "run-from-RAM" routers using TFTP or rcp.

Before You Begin

Outlines steps to perform prior to installing or upgrading Cisco IOS software.

Install a TFTP server

Details the requirements and configuration for setting up a TFTP server.

Download the Cisco IOS software image onto your workstation or PC

Guides on obtaining the necessary Cisco IOS software image for the router.

APPENDIX B Resolving Common Image Installation Problems

Before You Begin

Provides crucial caution regarding saving configurations in boot mode.

Resolving Default Gateway Issues

Explains how to determine and add the default gateway in the router configuration.

Troubleshooting Problems During Software Transfer

Addresses common errors during software transfer, like checksum failures.

Resolving the show version Command not Displaying Proper Image

Guides on troubleshooting issues when the show version command doesn't display the loaded image.

Resolving the Rxboot Prompt (Router(boot)>) Displaying After Reload

Helps resolve problems when the router displays the Rxboot prompt after reloading.

APPENDIX C Viewing Sample Configuration Files

Basic Internet Access Examples

Provides sample Cisco uBR7246 configuration file for QAM 16 spectrum and modulation.

Baseline Privacy Interface Example

Shows sample configuration for 56-bit/40-bit encryption/decryption and BPI.

Euro-DOCSIS Operation Example

Illustrates configuration for Euro-DOCSIS channel plans using the MC16E line card.

Virtual Private Network (VPN) Example

Demonstrates setting up a VPN between two termination points.

GRE Tunnel Example

Shows configuration for connecting branch offices via a GRE tunnel.

IP Telephony Example

Provides a sample voice over IP configuration file for the Cisco uBR7246.

Clock Support Example

Shows configuration for synchronizing to an external timing reference.

Telco Return Example

Provides a sample Cisco uBR7200 series configuration file supporting telco return.

APPENDIX D Frequency Allocation for the Cisco uBR7200 Series Universal Broadband Routers

Table D-1 NTSC Cable Television Channels and Relative Frequencies in MHz

Provides information on NTSC 6-MHz channel bands and their frequencies.

Table D-2 European Cable Television Channels and Relative Frequencies in MHz

Provides information on PAL and SECAM 8-MHz channel bands and their frequencies.

APPENDIX E Configuration Register Information for the Cisco uBR7200 Series Universal Broadband Routers

Configuration Bit Meanings

Explains the meaning of each configuration memory bit for the router.

Bits 0–3

Provides information about the boot field bits (bits 3, 2, 1, and 0).

Bit 8

Describes how Bit 8 controls the console Break key functionality.

Displaying the Configuration Register While Running Cisco IOS

Shows how to view the configuration register value using the show version command.

Displaying the Configuration Register While Running ROM Monitor

Explains how to view the configuration register while in ROM monitor mode.

Setting the Configuration Register While Running Cisco IOS

Details how to set the configuration register using the config-register command.

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