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About this Publication

About this Publication

This publication provides an overview of the operation of the Cisco BPX.

Objectives

This publication is intended to provide reference information useful during installation, configuration, operation, and maintenance of the Cisco BPX Service Node.

Audience

This publication is intended for installers, operators, network designers, and system administrators.

Organization

This publication is organized as follows:

Chapter 1

Introduction

Describes the overall operation of the BPX Service Node and associated peripherals.

Chapter 2

General Description

Provides an overall physical and functional description of the BPX. The physical description includes the BPX enclosure, power, and cooling subsystems. The functional description includes an overview of BPX operation.

Chapter 3

BPX Common Core

Describes the common core group, comprising the Broadband Controller Cards (BCCs), the Alarm/Status Monitor (ASM) card, associated backcards, and the StrataBus backplane.

Chapter 4

Network Interface (Trunk) Cards

Describes the BPX network interface (trunk) cards, including the Broadband Network Interface (BNI) and associated backcards. The BXM card trunk operation is briefly described in this chapter with additional information provided in Chapter 4.

Chapter 5

Service Interface (Line) Cards

This chapter contains a description of the BPX service interface (line) cards, including the ATM Service Interface (ASI) and associated backcards. The BXM card service (port UNI) operation is briefly described in this chapter with additional information provided in Chapter 6.

Chapter 6

BXM T3/E3, 155, and 622

Describes the BXM card group which includes the BXM-T3/E3, BXM-155 and BXM-622 card sets. Describes the operation of these cards in either trunk or service (port UNI) mode.

Chapter 7

ATM Connections

Describes how ATM connection services are established by adding ATM connections between ATM service interface ports in the network using ATM standard UNI 3.1 and Traffic Management 4.0. It describes BXM and ASI card operation and summarizes ATM connection parameter configuration.

Chapter 8

Configuration and Management

Provides preliminary configuration overview for configuring a BPX Service Node and an AXIS.

Chapter 9

Repair and Replacement

Describes periodic maintenance procedures, troubleshooting procedures, and the replacement of major BPX components.

Chapter 10

Frame Relay to ATM Network and Service Interworking

Describes frame relay to ATM interworking which allows users to retain their existing Frame Relay services, and as their needs expand, migrate to the higher bandwidth capabilities provided by BPX ATM networks. Frame Relay to ATM Interworking enables frame relay traffic to be connected across high-speed ATM trunks using ATM standard Network and Service Interworking.

Chapter 11

Tiered Networks

Describes the tiered network configuration that provides the capability of adding interface shelves/feeders (non-routing nodes) to an IPX/IGX/BPX routing network.

Chapter 12

BPX SNMP Agent

Introduces the functions of the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) agent and MIBs that are embedded in each BPX node.

Appendix A

BPX Node Specifications

Lists the BPX Service Node specifications.

Appendix B

BPX Cabling Summary

Provides details on the cabling required to install the BPX Service Node.

Appendix C

BPX Peripherals Specifications

Provide details on the specifications for peripherals used with the BPX Service Node.

Appendix D

AT3-6ME Interface Adapter

Describes the AT3-6M Interface Adapter, sometimes referred to as the T3-T2 Interface Adapter, that may be used with the BPX Service Node to provide a 6 Mbps ATM network interface to T2 transmission facilities.

Glossary

Related Documentation

The following Cisco StrataCom publications contain additional information related to the installation and operation of the BPX Service Node and associated equipment in a BPX, IGX, IPX network:

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Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco provides Cisco.com as a starting point for all technical assistance. Customers and partners can obtain online documentation, troubleshooting tips, and sample configurations from online tools by using the Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) Web Site. Cisco.com registered users have complete access to the technical support resources on the Cisco TAC Web Site.

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If you want to obtain customized information and service, you can self-register on Cisco.com. To access Cisco.com, go to this URL:

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Technical Assistance Center

The Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) is available to all customers who need technical assistance with a Cisco product, technology, or solution. Two levels of support are available: the Cisco TAC Web Site and the Cisco TAC Escalation Center.

Cisco TAC inquiries are categorized according to the urgency of the issue:

Priority level 4 (P4)—You need information or assistance concerning Cisco product capabilities, product installation, or basic product configuration.

Priority level 3 (P3)—Your network performance is degraded. Network functionality is noticeably impaired, but most business operations continue.

Priority level 2 (P2)—Your production network is severely degraded, affecting significant aspects of business operations. No workaround is available.

Priority level 1 (P1)—Your production network is down, and a critical impact to business operations will occur if service is not restored quickly. No workaround is available.

The Cisco TAC resource that you choose is based on the priority of the problem and the conditions of service contracts, when applicable.

Cisco TAC Web Site

You can use the Cisco TAC Web Site to resolve P3 and P4 issues yourself, saving both cost and time. The site provides around-the-clock access to online tools, knowledge bases, and software. To access the Cisco TAC Web Site, go to this URL:

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All customers, partners, and resellers who have a valid Cisco service contract have complete access to the technical support resources on the Cisco TAC Web Site. The Cisco TAC Web Site requires a Cisco.com login ID and password. If you have a valid service contract but do not have a login ID or password, go to this URL to register:

http://www.cisco.com/register/

If you are a Cisco.com registered user, and you cannot resolve your technical issues by using the Cisco TAC Web Site, you can open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/tac/caseopen

If you have Internet access, we recommend that you open P3 and P4 cases through the Cisco TAC Web Site.

Cisco TAC Escalation Center

The Cisco TAC Escalation Center addresses priority level 1 or priority level 2 issues. These classifications are assigned when severe network degradation significantly impacts business operations. When you contact the TAC Escalation Center with a P1 or P2 problem, a Cisco TAC engineer automatically opens a case.

To obtain a directory of toll-free Cisco TAC telephone numbers for your country, go to this URL:

http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml

Before calling, please check with your network operations center to determine the level of Cisco support services to which your company is entitled: for example, SMARTnet, SMARTnet Onsite, or Network Supported Accounts (NSA). When you call the center, please have available your service agreement number and your product serial number.


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