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FibroLAN Falcon Gen-3 M-Class User Manual

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Falcon Gen-3 M-Class
User Guide
nFalcon-M,
Falcon
-MX, µFalcon-MX
Software version 7.4.0
www.fibrolan.com

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FibroLAN Falcon Gen-3 M-Class Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategorySwitch
ModelFalcon Gen-3 M-Class
ManufacturerFibroLAN
Humidity10% to 90% non-condensing
Latency<1 μs
Dimensions440 x 430 x 44 mm
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)

Summary

1 Introduction

1.1 M-Class Series Overview

Provides an overview of the Falcon M-Class series, detailing the Falcon-MX, µFalcon-MX, and nFalcon-M models and their capabilities.

1.2 Interfaces

Details the interface specifications for Falcon-MX, µFalcon-MX, and nFalcon-M devices, including port types and quantities.

1.3 Models Lists

Lists the various models available within the Falcon-MX, µFalcon-MX, and nFalcon-M series, including part numbers and descriptions.

1.4 Typical Applications

Illustrates typical deployment scenarios for Falcon-MX, µFalcon-MX, and nFalcon-M devices in various network environments.

1.5 Scalability

Discusses the M-Class series' scalability, flexibility, and future-proofing capabilities through remote field upgrades.

2 System Description

2.1 Block Diagram

Presents the functional block diagram of the M-Class series, illustrating key components like Control and Management, Advanced Processing, and Layer 2 Processing.

2.2 M-Class Series Key Features

Highlights the main features of the M-Class series, including 10G service aggregation, MEF CE2.0 compliance, and extensive sync/timing options.

2.3 Management

Details the management methods of the M-Class series, covering IP-based management, console access, and OAM/IEEE802.3ah integration.

2.4 Falcon M-Cass Series Ports Features

Describes the special data-plain functions and extended traffic handling capabilities supported by the M-Class series ports.

3 Getting Started

3.1 Quick Setup Outline

Provides a step-by-step guide for the initial setup of M-Class models, covering mounting, connections, and basic configuration.

3.2 Console Connection and Configuration

Explains how to establish a console connection for initial setup and basic configuration of M-Class series devices.

4 Functional Description

4.1 Overview

Introduces the M-Class series functionality and provides instructions for configuration and monitoring.

4.2 Frame Processing Overview

Describes the general Frame Forwarding Process from the input port to the output port, including classifiers, policers, and queues.

4.3 System Information

Configures system details like contact, name, location, and hardware/software versions for the device.

4.4 DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

Explains the DHCP protocol for IP address assignment, including server and relay configurations.

4.5 Ports Configuration and Monitoring

Covers port settings, speed, duplex, flow control, and monitoring of port states and SFP information.

4.6 Learn MAC Table

Details MAC Learn Table functionality for configuring and monitoring MAC address entries.

4.7 VLANs and Provider Bridges

Explains VLANs and Provider Bridges (QinQ) for service separation and traffic management.

4.8 Quality of Service (QoS)

Manages network resources for applications and protocols, covering classification, queuing, and rate limiting.

4.9 Ethernet Services

Details Ethernet Virtual Connection (EVC) configurations, including port, L2CP, bandwidth, and control lists.

4.10 Security Features

Covers switch security, network security, authentication methods, and access management.

4.11 SyncCenter Configuration

Explains the device's clocking system, sync reference sources, and SyncCenter configuration.

4.12 SyncCenter Monitoring

Provides status and activity monitoring for the SyncCenter, including input/output status and sync source.

4.13 External Configuration

Allows configuration of external clock sources for synchronization, including port, mode, direction, and frequency settings.

4.14 GPS Receiver

Details GPS receiver functionality, status, alarms, and antenna cable configuration.

4.15 IEEE1588 Precision Time Protocol

Describes Precision Time Protocol (PTP) for network synchronization, including clock modes and configuration.

4.16 Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE)

Explains Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) for network clock frequency synchronization and port configuration.

4.17 Spanning Tree

Covers Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), RSTP, and MSTP for loop prevention and topology management.

4.18 IP Multicast

Details IP Multicast and IGMP/MLD snooping for efficient multicast traffic management.

4.19 Link Aggregation

Explains Link Aggregation (LAG) and LACP for bundling ports to increase bandwidth and redundancy.

4.20 LLDP-Link Discovery

Covers the Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) for network discovery, including configuration and monitoring.

4.21 Link OAM

Details 802.3ah OAM for link monitoring, fault detection, and remote loopback control.

4.22 Service OAM Standards

Explains Service OAM functionalities for fault and performance management, including maintenance domains and points.

4.23 RMON (Remote Network Monitoring)

Covers RMON configuration for network monitoring, including alarms, events, history, and statistics.

4.24 Loop Guard

Explains Loop Guard configuration for preventing network loops and monitoring loop guard status.

4.25 EPS (Ethernet Protection Switching)

Details Ethernet Protection Switching (EPS) instances configuration based on G.8031.

4.26 Ethernet Ring Protection Switching

Covers Ethernet Ring Protection Switching (ERPS) instances configuration based on G.8032v2.

4.27 Loopback Configuration

Allows configuration of loopback settings for L2 and/or L3 frame types for ports.

4.28 Link Protection

Covers Link Protection parameters configuration and status checking.

4.30 sFlow Consideration

Explains sFlow configuration for monitoring switched networks via packet sampling.

4.31 UPnP Configuration

Allows configuration of Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) for seamless device connection and network implementation.

4.32 UDLD Configuration

Details UDLD configuration for detecting unidirectional links and preventing loops.

5 Management

5.1 General Introduction

Provides an overview of M-Class series management capabilities via IP, Console, and IEEE802.3ah.

5.2 DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)

Details DHCP server configuration, including server modes, excluded IP addresses, and pool management.

5.3 Green Ethernet and Thermal Protection

Covers port power savings configuration and thermal protection settings to optimize power consumption.

5.5 Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

Explains SNMP system configuration, trap settings, and SNMPv3 community, user, group, view, and access configurations.

5.7 Command Line Interface (CLI)

Details how to access the M-Class series via CLI using Console, Telnet, or SSH for configuration management.

5.8 Events Configuration

Allows enabling/disabling current events and configuring their interfaces for notification.

5.9 Web Interface

Guides on accessing and navigating the M-Class series via the Web interface, including port state overview.

6 Maintenance

6.1 Diagnostics

Details diagnostic procedures including Ping, Ping6, Link OAM MIB Retrieval, Copper Link Test, RFC2544, and Falcon Report Configuration.

6.2 RFC2544

Explains RFC 2544 benchmarking methodology for network devices, covering throughput, frame loss, and latency tests.

6.4 Mirroring

Describes Mirroring features for port analysis, including traffic selection, destination ports, and remote mirroring.

6.5 Maintenance

Covers device maintenance procedures like restarting, factory defaults, system update, and configuration management.

6.6 Power Supply Overview

Provides an overview of the device's power supply options, including AC and DC connections, and safety precautions.

6.7 Laser Safety

Details laser safety precautions for fiber optic ports, emphasizing strict observation of rules to prevent eye damage.

7 Warranty Information

7.1 Warranty Limitation

Outlines the terms and limitations of the Fibrolan warranty for equipment defects, including claim procedures and voiding conditions.

8 Glossary of Terms

8.1 General Glossary of Terms

Provides a list of acronyms and their descriptions used throughout the manual for technical terms and concepts.

8.2 Alphabetical Glossary of Terms

Presents an alphabetical glossary of terms, defining acronyms and technical concepts related to network configurations.

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