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The Multiprotocol FastPAD product family is a series of high-powered, switching Frame Relay access devices (FRADs) that can be used for FRAD applications, Frame Relay switching, X.25 switching, and X.25 PAD applications. Built on X.25 and Frame Relay switching engines, these products are ideally suited for projects that require both X.25 and Frame Relay. They are software configurable and can readily be changed between X.25 to Frame Relay modes. Additionally, the Multiprotocol FastPAD products offer high port densities and can be configured into nodes of up to 108 ports.
The Multiprotocol FastPAD products use a flexible connector-and-cable interface system that allows many different connections on the same module, such as V.24/V.28, V.11, V.35, and X.21. ISDN terminal adapters and G.703 adapters are also available.
Figure 8-27 through Figure 8-29 show the Multiprotocol FastPAD products.
Each FastPADmp12 contains a high-speed transputer processor. This processor allows FastPADmp12 modules to be grouped into clusters of up to nine modules that can function logically as one. The transputer lets network managers easily scale up their networks as requirements grow. Switching power is aggregated with each new unit added. The parallel nature of the transputer eliminates the need for hierarchical connections among several modules. The FastPADmp12 is available in both standalone and rack-mount configurations.
Table 8-40 provides a summary of the Multiprotocol FastPAD product features.
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Synchronous line speeds | 600 bps to 1.75 Mbps (FastPADmp6, FastPADmp)
600 bps to 2.3 Mbps (FastPADmp12, FastPADmpr12, and FastPADmpr24 only) |
| Asynchronous line speeds | 75 bps to 38.4 kbps |
| Transputer connections | 20-Mbps serial link to four nearest-neighbor modules |
| Interfaces | V.24/V.28, V.11, V.35, ISDN, G.703 nonchannelized |
| FastPADmp6 interfaces | 3 each, fixed V.24/V.28 DCE interfaces, speeds below 19.2 kbps guaranteed
2 each, variable V.11 or V.24/V.28 DCE interfaces, up to 1.5 Mbps 1 each, variable V.11/V.24/V.28/V.35 ISDN DTE/DCE interface, line speeds up to 1.75 Mbps |
| FastPADmp interfaces | 12 each, variable V.11/V.24/V.28/V.35 DTE/DCE interfaces, line speeds up to 1.75 Mbps |
| FastPADmp12 interfaces | 2 each, variable V.11/V.24/V.28/V.35 DTE/DCE interfaces, line speeds up to 2.3 Mbps |
| FastPADmpr12 and FastPADmpr24 interfaces | 2 each, variable V.11/V.24/V.28/V.35 DTE/DCE interfaces, line speeds up to 2.3 Mbps |
| Loading | On 12-port modules, aggregate line speed on any three consecutive ports cannot exceed the maximum line speed of the unit |
The Multiprotocol FastPAD products include the following standard features:
The Multiprotocol FastPAD product family provides a flexible line backup feature. You can configure the Multiprotocol FastPAD products for backup using multiple trunks of either Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) or ISDN networks. There are two modes you can use when backing up over a PSTN or ISDN network--mode one and mode two.
The FastPAD multiprotocol products offer FRAD support for the following protocols:
The following services are also provided:
The Multiprotocol FastPAD products meet all CCITT Q.933 Annex A and ANSI T1.617 Annex D standards. The following Frame Relay operating modes are supported:
The Multiprotocol FastPAD products meet all CCITT 1984 and 1988 standards and include extensive X.25 switching facilities. All Multiprotocol FastPAD products offer the following X.25 user facilities:
All FastPAD products support ISDN BRI connections for use as a trunk backup. The S0 interface meets CCITT requirements (I430-I431, I440-I441, I450-I451). Connections from FastPADmp to FastPADmp can use 1B+D, 2B+D, or D only. The signaling channel can be used for data. FastPADmp-to-IGX connections are limited to 1B+D or 2B+D. Currently, only European ISDN standards are supported.
ISDN connections are achieved by use of a special ISDN interface card and an S0 interface, which attaches to two of the external EIA/TIA-232 connectors. Only one of the external connectors is used for data throughput; the other is used only for mechanical stability. Although only two EIA/TIA-232 hardware ports are connected, a third is used internally to support the second B connection; its EIA/TIA-232 connection cannot be used.
There are two types of motherboards in the Multiprotocol FastPAD products. The most common is the motherboard used in the FastPADmp, FastPADmp12, FastPADmpr12, and FastPADmpr24. This board consists of a main card with four MC68302 microprocessors, AC-to-DC conversion circuitry, slots for 12 interface cards, and one slot for the SmartCard.
The second motherboard is used in the FastPADmp6. This board consists of a main card with two MC68302 microprocessors, AC-to-DC conversion circuitry, and one slot for an interface card. Because there is no SmartCard on the FastPADmp6, software licenses can only be configured at the factory.
The FastPADmp products use interface cards (Icards) that are inserted into slots on the motherboard to change the electrical specifications of the port. You can insert the interface card so the port is either DCE or DTE. If DTE faces up, the card is configured for DTE. If DCE faces up, the card is configured for DCE. Figure 8-32 shows an Icard-V28.
The FastPADmp comes with 12 Icard-V28 cards already installed. To add other interfaces, you must order the proper Icard and cable combination. For example, to construct a V.35 interface, you install an Icard-V35 in the FastPADmp and attach a cable-V35 to the corresponding DB-25 connector. One end of the cable has a V.35 male connector and the other has a DB-25 male connector, which attaches to the FastPADmp. Table 8-41 lists the cable and Icard configurations needed to construct various interfaces.
Software for the FastPADmp, FastPADmp12, FastPADmpr12, and FastPADmpr24 is modular. You must order system software that provides Frame Relay trunk, X.25, asynchronous, and automatic backup capabilities. Additional functions are sold separately and require individual licenses. Each additional license supports 12 lines. Consequently, when ordering a FastPADmp12 rack with three modules, you must order three FastPADmp system software licenses and three of any additional licenses.
The FastPADmpr12 and FastPADmpr24, because of special redundant software, require special system software and software licenses. Additionally, a FastPADmpr12 and FastPADmpr24 require a license for each module present in the rack. Therefore, a FastPADmpr24 with three modules requires three system software licenses and three of any additional licenses.
The software for the FastPADmp6 is bundled into three value packages described by the level 1, level 2, and level 3 user rights (see the "Product Numbers" section later in this chapter).
The following options are available for configuring and managing a Multiprotocol FastPAD network:
Table 8-42 lists the Multiprotocol FastPAD management options and their features.
| Feature | Access Products Supervisor | OPALE | Terminal Interface |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monitoring and troubleshooting | -D | -D | -D |
| Software up/download | -D | -D | - |
| Configuration up/download | -D | -D | - |
| Graphical configuration | -D | Optional | - |
| Graphical view | -D | - | - |
| Required operating system | HP OpenView | DOS or Windows | None |
| Platform | SPARC | PC | Terminal |
| Compatibilities | StrataView Plus | - | - |
Table 8-43 lists the product numbers for the Multiprotocol FastPAD products.
| Description | Product Number |
|---|---|
| FastPADmp6 Base Units | |
| 6 ports; 3 V.28, 2 V.11/V.28, 1 V.35; 110 VAC | FastPADmp6-B-NA |
| 6 ports; 3 V.28, 2 V.11/V.28, 1 V.35; 220 VAC | FastPADmp6-B-INTL |
| 6 ports; 3 V.28, 2 V.11/V.28, 1 V.35; 240 VAC | FastPADmp6-B-UK |
| FastPADmp6 System Software | |
| FastPADmp6 system software, version 11.1 | FPMP6-SW-V111 |
| FastPADmp6 system software, version 12.2 | FPMP6-SW-V122 |
| FastPADmp6 Software License Bundles | |
| Asynchronous, X.25, SDLC, Frame Relay trunk, BSC 3270, BSC 2780, HDLC, ISDN trunk | FPMP6-SLB-1 |
| Asynchronous, X.25, SDLC, Frame Relay trunk, BSC 3270, BSC 2780, HDLC, RFC1490, Frame Relay subscriber, ISDN trunk | FPMP6-SLB-2 |
| Asynchronous, X.25, SDLC, Frame Relay trunk, BSC 3270, BSC 2780, HDLC, RFC1490, Frame Relay subscriber, COMP, VIP, MLP, VCS, ISDN trunk | FPMP6-SLB-3 |
| FastPADmp Base Units | |
| 12-line, standalone, 110 VAC, all ports configurable | FastPADmp-NA |
| 12-line, standalone, 220 VAC, all ports configurable | FastPADmp-INTL |
| 12-line, standalone, 240 VAC, all ports configurable | FastPADmp-UK |
| 12-line, card only, all ports configurable (requires multi-unit shelf) | FastPADmp-CARD |
| FastPADmp12 Base Units | |
| 12-line, standalone, 110 VAC, all ports configurable | FastPADmp12-NA |
| 12-line, standalone, 220 VAC, all ports configurable | FastPADmp12-INTL |
| 12-line, standalone, 240 VAC, all ports configurable | FastPADmp12-UK |
| 12-line, card only, all ports configurable (requires multi-unit shelf) | FastPADmp12-CARD |
| FastPADmp and FastPADmp12 System Software1 | |
| FastPADmp system software, version 10.2 (FastPADmp Only) | FPMP-SW-V102 |
| FastPADmp system software, version 11.1 (FastPADmp/FastPADmp12) | FPMP-SW-V111 |
| FastPADmp system software, version 12.2 (FastPADmp/FastPADmp12) | FPMP-SW-V122 |
| FastPADmp and FastPADmp12 Software License Options | |
| Frame Relay subscriber to service | FPMP-SL-FR |
| SDLC protocol support with spoofing | FPMP-SL-SDLC |
| Honeywell VIP computer | FPMP-SL-VIP |
| Bisync 3275 | FPMP-SL-B3275 |
| Bisync 2780/3780 (includes transparent bisync) | FPMP-SL-B2780 |
| HDLC | FPMP-SL-HDLC |
| ISDN access (requires FPMP-IO-ISDN-BRI) | FPMP-SL-ISDN |
| STAK data compression | FPMP-SL-COMP |
| Multi-trunk load balancing | FPMP-SL-MLP |
| RFC 1490 on Frame Relay trunks (direct encapsulation of SNA and IP) | FPMP-SL-R1490 |
| Virtual circuit security | FPMP-SL-VCS |
| FastPADmp Multi-unit Shelves | |
| 110 VAC multi-unit shelf, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp card units | FPMP-NA-S |
| 220 VAC multi-unit shelf, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp card units | FPMP-INTL-S |
| 240 VAC multi-unit shelf, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp card units | FPMP-UK-S |
| 48 VDC multi-unit shelf, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp card units | FPMP-DC-S |
| FastPADmp12 Multi-unit Transputer Bus Shelves | |
| 110 VAC multi-unit shelf, transputer backplane, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp12 card units | FPMP12-NA-S |
| 220 VAC multi-unit shelf, transputer backplane, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp12 card units | FPMP12-INTL-S |
| 240 VAC multi-unit shelf, transputer backplane, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp12 card units | FPMP12-UK-S |
| 48 VDC multi-unit shelf, transputer backplane, supports from 1 to 3 FastPADmp12 card units | FPMP12-DC-S |
| FastPADmpr12 Base Unit Configurations | |
| One-for-one redundancy for 12 ports, 2 12-port modules, 3 "Y" boards, 110 VAC | FastPADmpr12-NA |
| One-for-one redundancy for 12 ports, 2 12-port modules, 3 "Y" boards, 220 VAC | FastPADmpr12-INTL |
| One-for-one redundancy for 12 ports, 2 12-port modules, 3 "Y" boards, 48 VDC | FastPADmpr12-DC |
| FastPADmpr24 Base Unit Configurations | |
| One-for-two redundancy for 24 ports, 3 12-port modules, 4 "Y" boards, 110 VAC | FastPADmpr24-NA |
| One-for-two redundancy for 24 ports, 3 12-port modules, 4 "Y" boards, 220 VAC | FastPADmpr24-INTL |
| One-for-two redundancy for 24 ports, 3 12-port modules, 4 "Y" boards, 48 VDC | FastPADmpr24-DC |
| FastPADmpr 12/24 System Software1 | |
| FastPADmp system software, version 11.1 (FastPADmpr12/24) | FPMPR-SW-V111 |
| FastPADmp system software, version 12.2 (FastPADmpr12/24) | FPMPR-SW-V122 |
| FastPADmpr12/24 Spares and Upgrade Components | |
| 12-line FastPADmpr12/24 card (spare) | FPMPR-CARD |
| Upgrade kit from 12-line to 24-line, includes one FastPADmpr module and 2 "Y" boards | FPMPR-UPG |
| FastPADmpr12/24 Software License Options | |
| Frame Relay subscriber to service | FPMPR-SL-FR |
| SDLC protocol support with spoofing | FPMPR-SL-SDLC |
| Honeywell VIP computer | FPMPR-SL-VIP |
| Bisync 3275 | FPMPR-SL-B3275 |
| Bisync 2780/3780 (includes transparent bisync) | FPMPR-SL-B2780 |
| HDLC | FPMPR-SL-HDLC |
| ISDN access (requires FPMP-IO-ISDN-BRI) | FPMPR-SL-ISDN |
| STAK data compression | FPMPR-SL-COMP |
| Multi-trunk load balancing | FPMPR-SL-MLP |
| RFC 1490 on Frame Relay trunks (direct encapsulation of SNA and IP) | FPMPR-SL-R1490 |
| Virtual circuit security | FPMPR-SL-VCS |
| Interface Adapters for the FastPADmp (All Models) | |
| V.35 interface adapter | FPMP-IO-V35 |
| V.11/RS422/X.21 interface adapter | FPMP-IO-V11 |
| TTL interface adapter (FastPADmpr12/24) | FPMP-IO-TTL |
| V.28 interface adapter | FPMP-IO-V28 |
| European ISDN BRI interface, includes external module (requires software license) | FPMP-IO-ISDN-BRI |
| G.703 interface, includes external RJ-45 module (FastPADmp12, FastPADmpr12/24 only) | FPMP-IO-G703-RJ45 |
| G.703 interface, includes external BNC module (FastPADmp12, FastPADmpr12/24 only) | FPMP-IO-G703-BNC |
| Adapter Cables for the FastPADmp (All Models) | |
| DB25M to M34 (RS-232 to V.35), use with FPMP-IO-V35 | FPMP-CBL-V35 |
| DB25M to DB25M (RS-232 to RS232), use with FPMP-IO-V28 | FPMP-CBL-V28 |
| DB25M to DA15M (RS-232 to X.21/V.11), use with FPMP-IO-V11 | FPMP-CBL-V11 |
| DB25M to DC37M (RS-232 to RS422), use with FPMP-IO-V11 | FPMP-CBL-X21DTE |
| DB25M to DC37M (RS-232 to RS422), use with FPMP-IO-V11 | FPMP-CBL-X21DCE |
| FastPADmpr12/24 chassis interconnection cable | FPMPR-CBL-333 |
| FastPADmp Management and Configuration Products | |
| Access product supervisor, management and configuration software for FastPADmp V10.2 | APS-SW-V102 |
| Sun Sunlink X.25, access product supervisor X.25 software | APS-X25 |
| Sun Sunlink HSI, high-speed interface for access product supervisor | APS-HSI |
| OPALE PC software, version 10.1, for downloading new code | FPMP-SW-Opale |
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