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  • Page 1 SPEED TOUCH User's Guide 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 2 Short Title...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Speed Touch Quick Guide ..........Get Acquainted with your Speed Touch .
  • Page 4 Contents Bridged PPPoE Configuration ........Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying .
  • Page 5 Contents 11.3.3 AutoPVC and the Phonebook ......Networking Services - IP ..........12.1 Speed Touch and IP .
  • Page 6 Contents Maintenance - Speed Touch CLI ........18.1 Native CLI Access .
  • Page 7 Alcatel Speed Touch Pro Introduction The Alcatel Speed Touch Pro DSL router provides high speed access to the Internet and Corporate networks for small office and fastidious home users and high speed inter office LAN to LAN connections. For optimal Local Area Network (LAN) performance the Alcatel Speed Touch Pro includes a comprehensive set of features, as there are a DHCP server, DNS server and NAT&PAT to name a few.
  • Page 8 Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) (**) Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) Terminology For readability, the Alcatel Speed Touch Pro will be referred to as STPro in this User's Guide. Safety instructions Prior to connecting the Alcatel Speed Touch Pro, read the Safety Instructions in appendix D.
  • Page 9 Trademarks " " " " " " Service Provider PC, workstation, STPro terminal, ... Disclaimer " "...
  • Page 10 User's Guide updates Due to the continuous evolution of the Alcatel DSL technology, existing products are regularly upgraded. Alcatel documentation changes accordingly. For more information on the newest technological changes and documents, please consult the Alcatel web site at following Uniform Resource Locator (URL): http://www.alcatel.com...
  • Page 11: Speed Touch Quick Guide

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide 1 Speed Touch Quick Guide Aim of this Quick Guide Use this chapter to quickly connect your STPro to the Internet. In this chapter Topic Get Acquainted with your STPro STPro Installation 11 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed.
  • Page 12: Get Acquainted With Your Speed Touch

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide Get Acquainted with your Speed Touch Delivery check Check your STPro package for the following items: The Alcatel Speed Touch Pro " 1 Power supply adapter with 2m (6.56ft.) connecting cable " 2m Cat.5 straight through Ethernet/ATMF cable (RJ45/RJ45) "...
  • Page 13 1 Speed Touch Quick Guide Your STPro Your STPro is presented in a slim line box: For a detailed information and a LED description, refer to appendix B. ADSL/POTS and Three STPro variants exist: ADSL/ISDN The ADSL/POTS STPro variant " The ADSL/ISDN (ETSI) STPro variant "...
  • Page 14 The marking label is similar to the example below: MODEL NUMBER: CP992300XXX 3EC 18204BC Speed Touch Pro NT Tested to Comply with FCC rules Part 15 and Part 68 FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE PART OF A SYSTEM THAT IS COVERED IN WHOLE OR IN FCC ID: 6VUBEL–35680–DL–N...
  • Page 15: Speed Touch Installation

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide Speed Touch Installation Aim of this section Execution of the steps in this section will bring you on the Internet in no time. In this section Topic What you Need 1.2.1 STPro Wiring 1.2.2 Check your SP's Service Offerings 1.2.3 Configure your STPro (If Necessary) 1.2.4...
  • Page 16: What You Need

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide 1.2.1 What you Need DSL service Depending on the STPro variant you purchased, the following DSL service must be available at your local premisses: ADSL/POTS " ADSL service must be enabled on your POTS telephone line. ADSL/ISDN "...
  • Page 17: Stpro Wiring

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide 1.2.2 STPro Wiring You must wire The Ethernet Port(s) (10Base T) " The Optional ATMF 25.6 Port (ATMF 25) " The DSL Port (Line) " The Power Port (DC). " Ethernet port(s) Use the included LAN cable to wire your PC's Ethernet port to STPro's Ethernet interface.
  • Page 18 1 Speed Touch Quick Guide Check your wiring Once all connections are made, the result should look similar as below: Turn on your STPro Once all previous steps are completed, turn on your STPro. The STPro is ready for service as soon as the start up procedures are completed, the Power On Self Test (POST) is passed and both Power/Alarm and Line Sync LEDs on the front panel are constantly lit green.
  • Page 19: Check Your Service Provider's Offering

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide 1.2.3 Check your Service Provider's Offering Service offering The SP provides at least the following information: The VPI/VCI of the Virtual Channel (VC) to use on the DSL " line The Packet Service supported on this VC "...
  • Page 20: Configure Your Stpro (If Necessary)

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide 1.2.4 Configure your STPro (If Necessary) STPro access In most cases your STPro provides instant Internet connectivity as it features well chosen defaults In exceptional cases additional or advanced configurations are desired, the STPro offers various access methods: Its web interface (See chapter 17) "...
  • Page 21: Surf The Internet

    1 Speed Touch Quick Guide 1.2.5 Surf the Internet Finishing setup After wiring (and optionally configuring) the STPro you are ready to surf the Internet. Access methods Depending on the selected packet service(s), there is: Always On Access " Dial In Access. "...
  • Page 22: Detailed Stpro Information

    Transparent Bridging Bridged PPPoE PPPoA to PPTP Relaying PPP & IP Routing CIP & IP Routing Alcatel Speed Touch Networking Alcatel Speed Touch Maintenance Alcatel Speed Touch Software Alcatel Speed Touch Password Alcatel Speed Touch To Defaults Alcatel Speed Touch...
  • Page 23 Alcatel Speed Touch Pro Wiring Guide 23 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
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  • Page 25: Wiring Guide - Ethernet And Atmf

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 In this chapter Topic LAN Cables Connecting Ethernet Connecting ATMF 25.6 (Optional) Ethernet vs. ATMF 25.6 Connectivity 25 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 26: Lan Cables

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 LAN Cables Included LAN cable In your STPro package a full wired straight through RJ45/RJ45 cable, further referred to as LAN cable is included. Using LAN cables You can use LAN cables other than the one provided in the box, e.g.
  • Page 27: Connecting Ethernet

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 Connecting Ethernet In this section Topic Ethernet Port(s) on your STPro 2.2.1 Single PC Ethernet Wiring 2.2.2 LAN Ethernet Wiring 2.2.2 27 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 28: Ethernet Port(S) On Your Stpro

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 2.2.1 Ethernet Port(s) on your STPro Ethernet interfaces Each Ethernet port 1 of the STPro is a 10Base T Half Duplex Ethernet interface of type MDI X: Ethernet port(s) LED Each Ethernet port on the rear panel has a LED: Link Integrity/Activity LED 10Base T/MDI-X Indicator...
  • Page 29: Single Pc Ethernet Wiring

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 2.2.2 Single PC Ethernet Wiring Single PC configuration In this configuration the STPro is connected to a single PC. Your LAN" consists of only one PC and the STPro. Procedure Proceed as indicated in the following figure to connect your STPro to a single PC: 10 Base T MDI X...
  • Page 30: Lan Ethernet Wiring

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 2.2.3 LAN Ethernet Wiring Procedure Proceed as indicated in the following figure to make the connections for a LAN (STPro hub specific connections are shaded gray): MDI X 10 Base T MDI X Cascading Repeating Hubs You may cascade up to four repeating hubs in your LAN (limitations of Repeating Ethernet V2.0/IEEE802.3 hubs).
  • Page 31: Connecting The Atmf 25.6 Port (Optional)

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 Connecting the ATMF 25.6 Port (Optional) Check your STPro This connection procedure applies solely to the dual port STPro model. model ATMF 25.6 port The ATMF 25.6 port on the single Ethernet port STPro model is an ATM Forum 25.6 Mbit/s compliant interface of type ATM Network Equipment";...
  • Page 32: Ethernet Vs. Atmf 25.6 Connectivity

    2 Wiring Guide - Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 Ethernet vs. ATMF 25.6 Connectivity Ethernet port(s) Due to its inherent support for networking, Ethernet will be your natural choice for creating a small LAN. ATMF 25.6 port The (optional) ATMF 25.6 port provides excellent protocol transparency and native ATM application support.
  • Page 33: Wiring Guide - Dsl, Power And Console

    3 Wiring Guide - DSL, Power and Console 3 Wiring Guide - DSL, Power and Console In this chapter Topic Locating Ports Connecting the DSL Port Connecting the Power Adapter Connecting the Serial Port (Optional) 33 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 34: Locating Ports

    3 Wiring Guide - DSL, Power and Console Locating Ports Port description Following ports are used: 3 : DSL line port, marked LINE" " 4 : Power socket, market DC" " 5 : Serial port, marked Console". " 34 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed.
  • Page 35: Connecting The Dsl Port

    3 Wiring Guide - DSL, Power and Console Connecting the DSL Port Preconditions prior to A central splitter or distributed filters for decoupling DSL and POTS or ISDN signals must be installed on your telephone line or connecting telephone wall outlets. In some cases crossover adapters might be required.
  • Page 36: Connecting The Power Adapter

    3 Wiring Guide - DSL, Power and Console Connecting the Power Adapter Introduction The STPro is delivered with a modular external power adapter converting the AC mains to 9V /1A unregulated output voltage. Power adapter types Check if the power adapter included in the STPro package is compatible with your local electrical power specifications.
  • Page 37: Connecting The Serial Port (Optional)

    3 Wiring Guide - DSL, Power and Console Connecting the Serial Port (Optional) Serial access Like most routers the STPro carries a serial port on its back panel, featuring access from a remote host via a modem connection or local access from a terminal. Requirements for using For access via the serial port, you must have the following: the serial access...
  • Page 38 3 Wiring Guide - DSL, Power and Console 38 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 39: Wiring Guide - Resumé

    4 Wiring Guide - Resumé 4 Wiring Guide - Resumé After wiring The following illustrations show some of the wiring configurations possible for the STPro once all of the connections have been made: 39 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 40 4 Wiring Guide - Resumé 40 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 41: Configuration And Use

    Alcatel Speed Touch Pro Configuration and Use 41 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
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  • Page 43: Configuration And Use - Packet Services

    5 Configuration and Use - Packet Services 5 Configuration and Use - Packet Services In this chapter Topic Supported Packet Services Packet Services at a Glance Selection Criteria 43 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 44: Supported Packet Services

    5 Configuration and Use - Packet Services Supported Packet Services What is a packet Packet services are the core functions of the STPro. They provide that frames or packets get forwarded from the LAN side towards service ? the DSL line and vice versa. Six packet services Transparent Bridging "...
  • Page 45: Packet Services At A Glance

    5 Configuration and Use - Packet Services Packet Services at a Glance Access methods The STPro supports two access methods: Direct access " Once initial configuration is done, continuous and immediate access is available via the DSL line. For direct access use either of: Transparent Bridging CIP &...
  • Page 46 5 Configuration and Use - Packet Services Transparent Bridging The STPro IEEE802.1D Transparent Bridging packet service (further referred to as Bridging) offers complete protocol transparency and has inherent configuration simplicity. Yet it provides excellent forwarding performance. PPPoE PPPoE is one of two popular mechanisms to get in touch with the SP .
  • Page 47 Packet services resumé STPro Port Packet User/VC IP Address Protocol Service Detailed packet service STPro use description " " " " "...
  • Page 48: Selection Criteria

    5 Configuration and Use - Packet Services Selection Criteria In this section Selection Criteria " Simultaneous Use of Packet Services. " Selection criteria The criteria below can help you to select the most appropriate packet service for your application: The configuration required by your SP "...
  • Page 49: Configuration And Use - Transparent Bridging

    Transparent Bridging is the packet service of your choice as it: Is platform and OS independent " Is true multiprotocol " Has no performance limitations in the Alcatel implementation " Has almost no constraints on the number of attached users. " In this chapter...
  • Page 50: Preparatory Steps

    6 Configuration and Use - Transparent Bridging Preparatory Steps Needed information VPI/VCI value of the VC(s) to use on the DSL line " Transparent Bridging service must be supported on these " Encapsulation method (LLC/SNAP) " The PC's IP configuration: static or dynamic (DHCP). "...
  • Page 51: Using Bridging

    Using Bridging Bridging configuration " forwarding" Bridge 'Phonebook' Bridge Bridge Port' Using Bridging STPro...
  • Page 52: Bridging Configuration

    6 Configuration and Use - Transparent Bridging Bridging Configuration Introduction This section describes the use of the STPro 'Bridge' page. In this section The 'Bridge' Page " The 'Bridging Ports' Table " 'Bridging Ports' Table Components " The 'Aging' Box "...
  • Page 53 6 Configuration and Use - Transparent Bridging The 'Bridging Ports' The following figure shows the 'Bridging Ports' table: table 'Bridging Ports' table Field Description components Bridge Port Indicates the phonebook entry used by the Bridging entry. Encap Indicates the applied encapsulation method for Ethernet frames(*) on the VC.
  • Page 54 6 Configuration and Use - Transparent Bridging The 'Aging' box The following figure shows the 'Aging' box: It indicates the aging timer of the bridge internal database. If the aging time of a MAC entry has expired this entry will be removed from the database.
  • Page 55: Bridge Data

    6 Configuration and Use - Transparent Bridging Bridge Data Introduction Transparent Bridging relies completely on its filtering database for its frame forwarding through the bridge. This filtering database is accessible via the 'Bridge' page and allows you to overview all current MAC entries.
  • Page 56 6 Configuration and Use - Transparent Bridging Permanent MAC These are the MAC addresses that must always be resident inside the bridge, as stipulated in the IEEE802.1D standard: addresses The STPro's own Ethernet MAC address: " e.g. 00-80-9F-01-02-03 The Broadcast MAC address: "...
  • Page 57: Configuration And Use - Bridged Pppoe

    7 Configuration and Use - Bridged PPPoE 7 Configuration and Use - Bridged PPPoE Introduction The STPro transparent bridge can be used in combination with a PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) client installed on your PC. The resulting Bridged PPPoE packet service provides similar dial in experience as found on point to point connections.
  • Page 58: Preparatory Steps

    7 Configuration and Use - Bridged PPPoE Preparatory Steps Needed information VPI/VCI value of the VC(s) to use on the DSL line " Bridging packet service must be supported on this VC " Encapsulation method (LLC/SNAP) " Remote access server must be a PPPoE server "...
  • Page 59: Using Bridged Pppoe

    7 Configuration and Use - Bridged PPPoE Using Bridged PPPoE Creating and using a Via the PPPoE client, you will be able to create PPPoE session icons, representing all the connection parameters, just like PPPoE session instance creating Dial Up icons with Microsoft's Dial Up Networking. All you need is your user name and password for your account;...
  • Page 60: Bridged Pppoe Configuration

    7 Configuration and Use - Bridged PPPoE Bridged PPPoE Configuration Introduction As the Bridged PPPoE packet service implies nothing more than using the STPro Transparent Bridging packet service, no specific configuration for Bridged PPPoE is required on the STPro. However, you may need to configure the Transparent Bridging packet service of the STPro in order to meet the requirements of your SP regarding VC(s) and encapsulation.
  • Page 61: Configuration And Use - Ppp To Pptp Relaying

    8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying 8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying Introduction PPPoA to PPTP Relaying(*) is the packet service of your choice as Provides standard Dial in PPP behavior " Supports security via identification, authentication and "...
  • Page 62: Preparatory Steps

    8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying Preparatory Steps What you should know VPI/VCI value of the VC(s) to use on the DSL line " in advance PPPoA/PPTP packet service must be supported on this VC " Encapsulation method (VC MUX) "...
  • Page 63: Using Pppoa Pptp Relaying

    8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying Using PPPoA PPTP Relaying Introduction Before you can create a PPTP tunnel towards the STPro, firstly you must initially configure a PPTP dial up connection on your PC. Once this PPTP dial up connection is configured, you can use it to open a PPPoA/PPTP connection to the remote side of the DSL line.
  • Page 64: Preparing The Pc For Pptp Tunneling

    8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying 8.2.1 Preparing the PC for PPTP Tunneling Creating a PPTP Most, if not all OSs provide a Graphical User Interface (GUI) guided procedure for the initial creation of a PPTP connection connection icon icon.
  • Page 65: Using Pptp Towards Your Stpro

    8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying 8.2.2 Using PPTP towards your STPro PPPoA/PPTP Per default, following PPTP phonebook entries are available for PPPoA/PPTP connections: configuration RELAY_PPP1 (PPTP on 8.48) " RELAY_PPP2 (PPTP on 8.49) " RELAY_PPP3 (PPTP on 8.50) "...
  • Page 66: Example : Ms Windows 98 Dial Up Networking

    Example : MS Windows 98 Dial Up Networking In this section Step Action Private...
  • Page 67: Create A New Dial Up Networking Icon

    8.3.1 Create a New Dial Up Networking Icon Procedure Step Action and Description My Computer Dial Up Networking 'Make New Connection' Make New Connection...
  • Page 68 Step Action and Description 'Make New Connection Note 'Make New Connection 'Microsoft VPN Adapter' Note STPro STPro...
  • Page 69 8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying Result A new icon with the name of the connection you have just created will be added to your 'Dial Up Networking' folder: Creating multiple Per destination you can create a unique icon. To do so, repeat the steps starting with step 3 of the previous procedure.
  • Page 70: Open A Dial Up Session

    8.3.2 Open a Dial Up Session Procedure Step Action and Description 'Dial Up Networking' Connect To' user name password Note Connecting To Corporate'...
  • Page 71 While you are connected " STPro " STPro The 'Connected To' window Connected To'...
  • Page 72: Close A Dial Up Session In Use

    8.3.3 Close a Dial Up Session in Use Procedure Step Action and Description Connected To' Result STPro STPro...
  • Page 73: Pppoa/Pptp Configuration

    8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying PPPoA/PPTP Configuration Introduction This section describes the use of the STPro 'PPTP' page. In this subsection The 'PPTP' Page " The 'PPTP Connections' Table " 'PPTP Connections' Table Components " Adding Entries "...
  • Page 74 8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying The 'PPTP Connections' The following figure shows the 'PPTP Connections' table: table 'PPTP Connections' Field Description table components Name Indicates the phonebook entry name used for the PPPoA/PPTP connection. Encap Indicates the applied encapsulation method for PPP frames in VCs. The STPro supports both the VC MUX method (default) and the LLC/NLPID method.
  • Page 75 8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying Field Description HDLC In order to cope with these PPP frame differences, the STPro adapts to the different formats on a 'per connection' base. Framing Additionally, the STPro offers the following PPP/AAL5 format (continued) configuration options via the CLI if interoperability problems should arise:...
  • Page 76 8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying Adding entries Proceed as follows: 1. Browse to the 'PPTP' page. 2. Select the phonebook entry from the 'Name' pop down list. Note: In case the presented phonebook entries do not suite your desired configuration, you must firstly create a correct phonebook entry.
  • Page 77 8 Configuration and Use - PPP to PPTP Relaying Tunneling from behind The STPro allows local tunneling from behind an IP router: an IP router 172.16.0.2 IP Router Local PPTP tunnels Ethernet LAN 172.16.0.1 10.0.0.138 10.0.0.1 IP Network 10 IP Network 172.16 172.16.0.3 This requires settings in both STPro and PCs.
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  • Page 79: Configuration And Use - Ppp & Ip Routing

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Introduction PPP & IP Routing(*) is the packet service of your choice as it: Has an authenticated session concept: it supports " identification, authentication and auto configuration Requires no session client on the PC(s), avoiding special "...
  • Page 80: Preparatory Steps

    Preparatory Steps Needed information VPI/VCI " PPP & IP Routing packet service " Encapsulation " PPP(oA) server " user account " Note Multiple destinations STPro Note PC(s) STPro...
  • Page 81: Using Ppp & Ip Routing

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Using PPP & IP Routing Access methods for PPP Three methods exist to open a PPP & IP Routing session: Dial in " The session is opened manually. Always on " After the STPro is powered and finished its POST successfully, the STPro automatically tries to open the PPP session.
  • Page 82 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Opening dial in Proceed as follows (See section 17.2 for more information): sessions 1. Click on the STPro pages. 2. On the 'Dial in' page the following table is shown: 3. Click next to the PPP dial in entry you want to connect with.
  • Page 83 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Closing dial in Proceed as follows: sessions 1. Browse to the 'Dial in' page. 2. Active PPP & IP routing sessions are indicated via up in the 'State' field. Click next to the PPP & IP routing entry you want to close the session for.
  • Page 84: Ppp Configuration

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing PPP Configuration Introduction This section describes the use of the 'PPP' page. Prior to be able to use the PPP entry, you may need to configure it. This is described in section 9.4. In this subsection The 'PPP' Page "...
  • Page 85 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing The 'PPP The following figure shows the 'PPP Configuration' table: Configuration' table 'PPP Configuration' Field Description table components Name Indicates the PPP phonebook entry name for the PPP entry. Encap Indicates the applied encapsulation method for PPP frames in the VC.
  • Page 86 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Adding entries Proceed as follows: 1. Browse to the 'PPP' page. 2. Select the phonebook entry from the 'Name' pop down list. Note: In case the presented phonebook entries do not suite your desired configuration, you must firstly create a correct phonebook entry.
  • Page 87: Ppp Entry Configuration

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing PPP Entry Configuration Introduction After enabling the PPP entry in the 'PPP Configurations' table, you must configure the PPP connection. Configuration of PPP entries must be done per PPP entry. This section describes the various PPP entry configurations the STPro offers for assuring end to end connectivity.
  • Page 88: The Ppp Configuration Page

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing 9.4.1 The PPP Configuration Page The 'PPP configuration' Click next to a PPP entry you want to configure to pop up page the particular 'PPP Configuration' page: 88 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 89: Authentication Related Configurations

    9.4.2 Authentication Related Configurations Introduction 'Authentication 'PPP Configuration' 'Authentication' box 'Authentication' Guest" credentials guest" 'guest' Memorizing credentials STPro Note...
  • Page 90: Ip Routing Related Configurations

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing 9.4.3 IP Routing Related Configurations Introduction If a PPP session is opened successfully (either manually by the user, triggered by LAN traffic, or automatic at boot time), routes are automatically added to the STPro's routing table. Advanced routing For advanced users, the STPro allows manual configuration of routes to dedicated destinations.
  • Page 91 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Connection sharing The 'Connection Sharing' field allows you to configure which LAN members, besides the PC that opened the PPP session, can use the PPP connection. Three options are available: Only Me "...
  • Page 92 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing 'My net Only' In case you want to privilege access via a particular PPP connection for specific PCs, proceed as follows:: configuration Step Action Configure the PCs, to which you want to privilege outbound access via this PPP connection, in a particular subnet of your local LAN.
  • Page 93 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Destination networks The following table lists the used netmasks, related to the four possible options: subnet values Connection Sharing value Related Source Subnet Mask Notation All Networks 0.0.0.0 Remote net only 255.255.255.0 Remote host only 255.255.255.255...
  • Page 94: Connection Related Configuration

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing 9.4.4 Connection Related Configuration Introduction The following paragraphs explain which options that are used by a PPP entry when it opens a PPP session. In this subsection 'Options' box " Local and/or Remote IP: STPro PPP Client/Server Behavior "...
  • Page 95: Dial On Demand

    9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Local and/or remote During the opening of a PPP session, IP addresses are negotiated between the two peers for the PPP connection. The Local IP' and IP: STPro PPP 'Remote IP' fields influence this negotiation. server/client behavior Typically at the client side, the 'Local IP' and 'Remote IP' boxes are left empty.
  • Page 96 9 Configuration and Use - PPP & IP Routing Idle time limit In case you configured a PPP connection for 'Dial on demand', the 'Idle Time Limit' box allows you to specify the time after which an opened, but unused PPP session is closed. If left free, the idle limit time is infinite (i.e.
  • Page 97: Configuration And Use - Cip & Ip Routing

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing Introduction Classical IP & IP routing " " " In this chapter Topic Section...
  • Page 98: Preparatory Steps

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.1 Preparatory Steps Needed information VPI/VCI value of the VC(s) to use on the DSL line " CIP packet service must be supported on this VC " Encapsulation method (LLC/SNAP) " For full compliancy to RFC1577 the remote access device "...
  • Page 99: Cip Configuration For A Lis

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.2 CIP Configuration for a LIS Introduction In this section the basic procedure to enable connectivity in a Logical IP Subnet (LIS) via the ATM core network. In this section Topic General CIP Configuration Procedure 10.2.1 Retrieving LIS Parameters...
  • Page 100: General Cip Configuration Procedure

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.2.1 General CIP Configuration Procedure Decision procedure Due to the many decisions that must be made in order to be able to configure the STPro to be an active member of a LIS, the procedure to be followed is best retrieved from the following decision table: Step...
  • Page 101: Retrieving Lis Parameters

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.2.2 Retrieving LIS Parameters The LIS is an important CIP concept. It is a group of IP machines configured as members of the same IP subnet. In other words: they share the same IP network and subnetwork numbers. In most cases this LIS will be a corporate LAN/WAN environment, which is interconnected via the DSL/ATM network.
  • Page 102: Implicit Assignment Mechanism

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.2.3 Implicit Assignment Mechanism Implicit assignment If the remote side is RFC1577/RFC2225 compliant, e.g. another STPro, your local STPro is able to retrieve the remote IP address of the CIP PVC, by issuing an InATMARP request on that PVC. That way, you must not specify an IP address for the CIP PVCs you add to the 'CIP Connections' table, it will be implicitly assigned when connecting to the LIS.
  • Page 103: Explicit Assignment Mechanism

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.2.4 Explicit Assignment Mechanism Explicit assignment In the case of a remote access server which is not RFC1577/RFC2225 compliant, it will not respond to InATMARP requests. As a consequence, the STPro can not retrieve the remote IP address to assign the CIP PVC to the CIP member.
  • Page 104: Configuring The Stpro For Cip

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.2.5 Configuring the STPro for CIP Introduction After retrieving the LIS parameters, you must configure the STPro, according to these parameters. This section describes in short the global procedure for configuring your STPro 'Phonebook' and 'CIP' pages. Configuration of the By default the STPro is configured for a CIP VC as used in the example of section 10.2.7.
  • Page 105: Adding Appropriate Routes To The Routing Tables

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.2.6 Adding Appropriate Routes to the Routing Tables Introduction to routing IP routing is a very important aspect of a LIS configuration. This subsection describes how you can ensure end to end connectivity for a CIP environment.
  • Page 106 10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing Configuring the STPro The possibility exists to add routes yourself, e.g. to be more specific in the source IP address pool. for LIS connectivity, advanced The default added routes have any as source address, meaning that all local hosts can use this gateway to connect to the LIS via the CIP interface.
  • Page 107: Example Configuration

    10.2.7 Example Configuration Configuration figure Subnet 10.1 Local Servers STPro(1) Local premisses configuration STPro(1) STPro(1)
  • Page 108 10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing Remote premisses At the remote DSL side, the CIP LIS is terminated by the remote access router (2) and IP packets are forwarded to local servers, or configuration the Internet and vice versa. Here, the CIP member is configured with IP address 172.16.1.2 and is part of the same LIS 172.16.1.x.
  • Page 109: Using Cip & Ip Routing

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.3 Using CIP & IP Routing CIP operation Similar to classical LAN networking, CIP adheres to the "always on" concept. IP packets sourced by local PCs, arrive via the Ethernet segment in the STPro.
  • Page 110: Cip Configuration

    10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing 10.4 CIP Configuration Introduction This section describes the use of the STPro 'CIP' page. In this subsection The 'CIP' Page " The 'CIP Interfaces' Table " 'CIP Interfaces' Table Components " The 'CIP connections' Table "...
  • Page 111 10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing The 'CIP Interfaces' The following figure shows the 'CIP Interfaces' table: table 'CIP Interfaces' table The following fields are shown: components Field Description Name Indicates the CIP member name. All CIP members are named 'cipX', where X is a number. Local Indicates the IP address of the local DSL side of the LIS, i.e.
  • Page 112 10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing The 'CIP Connections' The following figure shows the 'CIP Connections' table: table 'CIP Connections' table The following fields are shown: components Field Description Dest Indicates the CIP VC phonebook name. Remote Indicates the remote IP address of the remote DSL side of the IP Address LIS, i.e.
  • Page 113 10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing Adding CIP members Proceed as follows: 1. Browse to the 'CIP' page. Addition of a CIP member is performed in the 'CIP Interfaces' table. 2. Fill in the following CIP member parameters: Local IP address The IP address of the CIP member at your local side of the LIS.
  • Page 114 10 Configuration and Use - CIP & IP Routing Assigning CIP PVCs to Proceed as follows: CIP members 1. Browse to the 'CIP' page. Assignment of a CIP PVC is performed in the 'CIP Connections' table. 2. Select the phonebook entry from the 'Dest' pop down list. Note: In case the presented phonebook entries do not suite your desired configuration, you must firstly create a correct phonebook entry.
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  • Page 117: Networking - Atm

    11 Networking - ATM 11 Networking - ATM Introduction All data arriving at and departing from your STPro via the DSL line is carried in Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) cells. In this way, ATM is the fundamental communication language" for the STPro towards the remote devices. The dual port STPro model, equipped with the additional ATMF 25.6 port, is even capable to extend ATM connectivity up to your local PC or local network (via ATM switches).
  • Page 118: The Atm Packet Switching Technology

    11.1 The ATM Packet Switching Technology ATM Switching cells. In this section Topic STPro...
  • Page 119: Atm Parameters

    11 Networking - ATM 11.1.1 ATM Parameters Virtual channels ATM uses VCs to create individual communication links between network nodes. ATM uses two types of VCs: Permanent Virtual Channels (PVCs) are static connections " between network nodes that are configured statically. For a Permanent Virtual Channel (PVC) the nodes of the connection operate as if they are connected with a dedicated physical line.
  • Page 120: Atm And The Stpro

    11.1.2 ATM and the STPro End to end ATM STPro connectivity Internet Remote LAN STPro vs. remote STPro destination STPro ATM provision...
  • Page 121: Atm And Interfaces

    11 Networking - ATM 11.1.3 ATM and Interfaces ATM traffic handling ATM traffic arriving at the STPro is switched to either the Ethernet port(s), or the (optional) ATMF 25.6 port depending on the VPI/VCI values in the individual cells. Inside ATM VCs any protocol can be transported. However, at both endpoints - that is where the ATM channels are terminated -, the same protocol must be supported.
  • Page 122 Ethernet port STPro Transparently Bridged " Bridged PPPoE " PPPoA to PPTP Relaying " PPP & IP Routing " CIP & IP Routing "...
  • Page 123: Atmf 25.6 Port Configuration

    11 Networking - ATM 11.2 ATMF 25.6 Port Configuration Disclaimer This section applies only to the dual STPro model, equipped with both Ethernet and ATMF 25.6 port. ATM connectivity in If your PC (alternatively via an ATM switch) is connected to the ATMF interface, ATM service is delivered into the PC.
  • Page 124: The Speed Touch Phonebook

    11 Networking - ATM 11.3 The Speed Touch Phonebook Introduction The STPro phonebook is like any ordinary phonebook: A repository for names and numbers". However, in contrast to a standard phonebook, it contains additional connectivity information. Basic to the STPro operation are ATM VCs. The STPro phonebook is the management tool for all possible ATM VC connections.
  • Page 125: The Stpro 'Phonebook' Page

    11 Networking - ATM 11.3.1 The STPro 'Phonebook' Page In this subsection The 'Phonebook' Page " The 'Phonebook' Table " 'Phonebook' Table Components " Phonebook Defaults " The 'AutoPVC' Table. " The 'Phonebook' page Click in the left pane of the STPro pages to pop up the 'Phonebook' page (See section 17.2 for more information): 125 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed.
  • Page 126 11 Networking - ATM The 'Phonebook' table The following figure shows an example of the 'Phonebook' table of the 'Phonebook' page: 'Phonebook' table components Field Description Name Indicates the name, or alias of the virtual connection phonebook entry. Any name can be given to an entry. VPI/VCI Indicates the VPI and VCI value of the ATM VC terminated on the DSL port for the phonebook entry.
  • Page 127 11 Networking - ATM Field Description Type Represents the packet service that is supported on the ATM VC. It can take the following values: Value Packet Service bridge IEEE802.1D Transparent Bridging See chapter 6 for more information. pptp PPPoA to PPTP Relaying See chapter 8 for more information.
  • Page 128: Using The Phonebook

    11 Networking - ATM 11.3.2 Using the Phonebook Introduction The main function of the STPro phonebook is to present an instant overview of all possible entries and their status. Another important function is that it helps you to navigate through the various STPro VC connection possibilities.
  • Page 129 11 Networking - ATM Adding phonebook Proceed as follows: entries 1. Browse to the 'Phonebook' page. 2. Enter a name of your choice to identify the new phonebook entry in the 'Name' field. 3. Enter the VC's VPI and VCI values in the 'VPI' and 'VPI' fields. Note: In most cases these values are provided by your SP .
  • Page 130: Autopvc And The Phonebook

    The default VCs, can be remotely modified via the AutoPVC feature of the STPro. AutoPVC operates only in conjunction with the Alcatel Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer (DSLAM) - often referred to as ATM Subscriber Access Multiplexer (ASAM) - and offers the following functionality: User VCs that are to be terminated on the Ethernet port, can "...
  • Page 131 11 Networking - ATM Criterion 4 An Ethernet only STPro version (single port, or hub version) reacts identical as for Criteria 3, however the VPI range is now from 0 up to 15. Example 1 If the SP configures Virtual Path (VP) 5 on the DSLAM, then the STPro cross connects VPI 5 on the DSL line to VPI 5 on the ATMF 25.6 port Example 2...
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  • Page 133: Networking Services - Ip

    12 Networking Services - IP 12 Networking Services - IP Introduction For Internet access, and home networking, IP(*) plays a crucial role. Due to the flexibility and the multitude of IP features, numerous configurations are possible. Although not the same, IP is often referred to as Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)/IP .
  • Page 134: Speed Touch And Ip

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.1 Speed Touch and IP Introduction In this section all IP features of the STPro are shortly described. STPro IP addressing The STPro has a preconfigured Net10" address: 10.0.0.138. As the STPro IP layer supports logical multi homing (one interface supporting multiple IP addresses), multiple manually configured IP addresses and multiple dynamically assigned IP address(es) can be active at the same time.
  • Page 135: Packet Services And Ip

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.2 Packet Services and IP Introduction In this section the interaction between IP addresses and packet services is described. Apart from Bridging, all packet services require the IP suite, and even the Bridging packet service will in most cases be used in combination with IP addressing.
  • Page 136: Transparent Bridging

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.2.1 Transparent Bridging IP vs. Bridging Basically, Bridging does not require any IP address at all: neither in your PC(s), nor in your STPro. However, in case of Internet access, private IP networking or in case the Bridging packet service is used for Bridged PPPoE, your PC(s) must be configured for TCP/IP .
  • Page 137: Pppoa To Pptp Relaying

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.2.2 PPPoA to PPTP Relaying IP vs. PPPoA/PPTP Prior to using PPTP , local IP addresses must be configured. The use of these IP addresses is limited to the local network. Private IP addresses You are free to choose any IP address as long as it is compatible with your local network and is unique in that same network.
  • Page 138: Routed Packet Services

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.2.3 Routed Packet Services IP routing and IP Local IP addresses must be configured prior to use IP routing. addresses STPro IP addresses As the STPro has a preconfigured Net10" address (10.0.0.138), you can configure IP addresses like 10.0.0.1, 10.0.0.2, ... in your PCs, or use the STPro DHCP server.
  • Page 139: Speed Touch Addresses

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.3 Speed Touch Addresses Introduction Like any other member of a LAN, the STPro must be locally identified by an IP address to be able to communicate with other local LAN devices. This section deals with the IP address configuration of the STPro for local communication only.
  • Page 140: Stpro Ip Address Types

    12.3.1 STPro IP Address Types Assigning IP addresses STPro to the STPro " 'Initial Setup' " 'Ping of Life " 'Routing' " STPro " " STPro and multiple IP STPro addresses 'IP address' table STPro 'Routing' 'IP address' STPro...
  • Page 141 12 Networking Services - IP 'IP address' table Field Description components Intf Indicates the interface (Intf) to which the IP parameter set was assigned to. It can take several values depending on the packet services that are active. The Ethernet (eth0) and the Loopback (loop) are always present.
  • Page 142: Static Ip Address Configuration

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.3.2 Static IP Address Configuration Default STPro IP In case you add the STPro to an existing LAN, it could be that you must configure a User Defined" IP address, other than the Net address 10"...
  • Page 143 12 Networking Services - IP 4. Click . As a result the new IP settings are applied: 5. To verify connectivity, point your Web browser to the new IP address. Make sure though that your PC shares the same subnet. 6.
  • Page 144 12 Networking Services - IP Sample configuration: In the below figure, a simple configuration is given: One PC attached to the STPro: single PC IP address : 10.0.0.1 IP address : 10.0.0.138 (Sub)netmask : 255.255.0.0 (Sub)netmask : 255.255.0.0 Default Gateway : none Default Gateway : none IP Network 10 Sample configuration:...
  • Page 145: Speed Touch Dhcp

    12.4 Speed Touch DHCP DHCP LAN Type DHCP Argumentation Mode STPro STPro STPro STPro STPro Default STPro DHCP STPro AutoDHCP In this section Topic STPro STPro STPro...
  • Page 146: Stpro Dhcp

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.4.1 STPro DHCP Pages The 'DHCP' page Click in the left pane of the STPro pages to pop up the 'DHCP' page (See section 17.2 for more information): 146 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 147: The Stpro Dhcp Server

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.4.2 The STPro DHCP Server In this subsection The 'DHCP Server Start up Mode' Radiobuttons " Configuring the STPro for LANs without DHCP Server " Configuring the STPro as DHCP Server " Configuring the STPro for Auto DHCP "...
  • Page 148 12 Networking Services - IP Configuring the STPro To setup the STPro as DHCP server, tick as DHCP server Via the 'DHCP Server Configuration' tables, you can configure the STPro DHCP server settings. Internet IP Address Network STPro DHCP Access Point Server Note: This setting might cause side effects with Bridging.
  • Page 149 12 Networking Services - IP Automatic IP OSs supporting 'Automatic IP Addressing', might initially not establish IP connectivity with the STPro. This is because the IP addressing address they assimilated is not within the STPro 'Auto DHCP' server range. To prevent this problem, please power on your LAN devices after the STPro has come online.
  • Page 150 12 Networking Services - IP The 'DHCP server Click on the 'DHCP' page to pop up the 'DHCP server configuration' table configuration' page: Address pool You can configure following DHCP server parameters: configuration Field This configures ... Default Addresses The range of addresses the DHCP server can Net10"...
  • Page 151 12 Networking Services - IP DHCP spoofing This box allows you to set the DHCP spoofing parameters for PPP to DHCP spoofing connections. configuration You can configure following parameters: Field This configures ... Default PPP link up timeout The number of seconds to wait for a PPP 4 seconds link to successfully negotiate an IP address.
  • Page 152 12 Networking Services - IP Adding leases You can add leases manually in case the devices need reserved IP addresses (e.g. FTP server) or in case the device is not able to manually send/receive DHCP requests/replies. These leases are permanent, i.e.
  • Page 153: The Stpro Dhcp Client

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.4.3 The STPro DHCP Client In this subsection The STPro DHCP Client " 'DHCP Client Configuration' Table " 'DHCP Client Configuration' Table Components " Enabling an STPro DHCP Client " The STPro DHCP client Apart from being DHCP server, the STPro can also act as DHCP client.
  • Page 154: Speed Touch Routing

    12.5 Speed Touch Routing Introduction STPro STPro In this section Topic STPro STPro...
  • Page 155: The Stpro Ip Router

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.5.1 The STPro IP Router Introduction Because the STPro can act as an IP router, it has the ability to access hosts in other networks than its own. This can be achieved by adding specific routes to its IP routing table. This subsection provides some general information on the STPro IP router functionality.
  • Page 156 12 Networking Services - IP Simplified example of The following table is an example of an IP routing table: a traditional IP routing Route Destination Subnet Mask Gateway table 30.0.0.2 255.255.255.255 30.0.0.10 10.0.0.0 255.255.255.0 10.0.0.138 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 20.0.0.10 The STPro IP routing Depending on the configuration made, the STPro may use an extended routing table.
  • Page 157 12 Networking Services - IP prefix notation for IP A more up to date representation of masks does not refer to a subnet mask, but to a prefix length. addresses The prefix number equals the number of ones in the subnet mask. For example, the subnet mask 255.255.255.0 could also be written as the prefix /24.
  • Page 158: Configuring The Stpro Ip Routing Table

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.5.2 Configuring the STPro IP Routing Table Introduction The main function of the IP router in the STPro, is to route IP packets from the local network to the remote networks over the ATM/DSL connections and vice versa. In this subsection, the configuration of the STPro IP routing table is described.
  • Page 159 12 Networking Services - IP ATM/ADSL IP routing Routing to ATM/DSL connections actually means: Routing between the local LAN and Classical Logical IP " subnets and vice/versa Routing between the local LAN and PPP connections and " vice/versa. Basically the IP router only cares about IP addresses, i.e. the 'Destination IP address' of any packet received on any of its interfaces (PPP , CIP or Ethernet) is looked up in the IP routing table.
  • Page 160 'IP route' table STPro 'Routing' 'IP route' STPro 'IP Route' table Field Description components Destination Source Gateway Intf...
  • Page 161 12 Networking Services - IP Adding specific routes Proceed as follows: to the 'IP route' table 1. Enter the following route information: 'Destination' IP address (pool) of the destination or next hop" device in prefix notation Specifying default indicates that all outgoing traffic is sent over this route.
  • Page 162: Speed Touch Nat&Pat

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.6 Speed Touch NAT&PAT NA(P)T Network Address Translation (NAT) is a technique that allows you to shield or decouple an internal (Private) IP address from the (negotiated) external (Public) IP address. In addition, via Port Address Translation (PAT), this single external Public IP address is mapped onto multiple internal ports on the LAN, thus allowing multiple users to share this external IP address simultaneously.
  • Page 163: Stpro And Na(P)T

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.6.1 STPro and NA(P)T Use of NA(P)T NAT is a technique used to share one IP address amongst several PCs. For most applications, enabling NA(P)T on a specific STPro interface, e.g. on a PPPoA interface is adequate. From then on, all PPPoA clients behind the STPro NAPT router automatically share the same IP address.
  • Page 164: Packet Services And Na(P)T

    12 Networking Services - IP 12.6.2 Packet Services and NA(P)T Introduction The STPro supports NA(P)T to be used in combination with: PPP & IP Routing " CIP & IP Routing. " PPP & IP Routing You can enable/disable NA(P)T via the 'PPP Configuration' page per PPP entry.
  • Page 165 12 Networking Services - IP STPro solutions The STPro offers some solutions to cope with this situation. Basically these solutions boil down in transporting Public IP addresses transparently through the STPro towards a device where a more advanced NAT and/or PAT can be performed. Some solutions are described in the following paragraphs: ATMF 25.6 (if equipped) "...
  • Page 166 12 Networking Services - IP Via the PPPoA to PPTP A similar configuration as above can be used in combination with the STPro PPPoA to PPTP Relay. Relay Instead of installing an ATMF 25.6 PC NIC, you must install a second Ethernet PC NIC that connects to the STPro.
  • Page 167: Networking Services - Dns

    13 Networking Services - DNS 13 Networking Services - DNS Introduction IP addresses are fundamental to the operation of the Internet. They not only uniquely identify Internet nodes but also allow IP routers to forward packets to their destinations. IP addresses, being 32 bit numbers, are ideally suited for computers but are far from usable to humans.
  • Page 168: Speed Touch Dns Resolving

    13 Networking Services - DNS 13.1 Speed Touch DNS Resolving Introduction The STPro features a DNS server for the locally attached PCs, and as DNS relay for non local DNS hostnames. Local DNS resolving The same mechanism for resolving computer names to IP addresses when browsing the Internet, applies to your local network.
  • Page 169 The STPro resolves names within the local domain, i.e. lan resolving (default STPro setting) as described above. However, all other domain names, e.g. alcatel.com, cannot be resolved by the STPro, and are forwarded over the appropriate link on the DSL line.
  • Page 170: Configuring The Speed Touch Dns Server

    13 Networking Services - DNS 13.2 Configuring the Speed Touch DNS Server In this subsection The example of section 13.1, refers to a new LAN, using the default STPro configuration, thus as well as Auto DHCP server, as DNS server. In case the STPro is added to a existing LAN, configuration of the STPro DNS server might be necessary to meet the existing LAN conditions.
  • Page 171 13 Networking Services - DNS DNS server field This field allows configuration of the STPro DNS server: DNS server field Field Description Default components Server Enables (n) or disables the STPro DNS server. n, STPro DNS active server active. Domain Specifies the domain name of your LAN.
  • Page 172 13 Networking Services - DNS Configuring the DNS Check the 'Server active' checkbox to enable the STPro DNS server. server In the 'Domain name' field you can enter the domain name of your LAN. You may use a DNS subdomain name, e.g. dsl.office.lan.
  • Page 173 Alcatel Speed Touch Pro Maintenance 173 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
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  • Page 175: Maintenance - Speed Touch Software

    14 Maintenance - Speed Touch Software 14 Maintenance - Speed Touch Software Software Upgrade The STPro supports two software upgrade possibilities: A new version of the software can be downloaded via the DSL " line to your STPro You can upload new STPro software yourself from a PC on "...
  • Page 176: Software Upload From The Local Lan

    14 Maintenance - Speed Touch Software 14.1 Software Upload from the local LAN Introduction Alcatel DSL products continue to evolve. By upgrading software, the STPro is able to follow this evolution. In this section The 'Upgrade' Page " 'Upgrade' Page Components "...
  • Page 177 14 Maintenance - Speed Touch Software 'Upgrade' page The following fields are shown: components 'Active software version' " Indicates the software version the STPro is currently using. 'Passive software version' " Indicates the software version resident in the STPro, but not used.
  • Page 178 A valid STPro software package must reside either on a local drive, on a floppy disk or a CD rom. For new software upgrade packages, please contact your SP or check the Alcatel web sites at: http://www.alcatel.com http://www.alcateldsl.com Uploading software Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 179 14 Maintenance - Speed Touch Software 5. Click on the appropriate upgrade software package name to select it and click As a result, the upgrade software location will be inserted in the 'Software path' input field. 6. Click to start the upload. As a result the upgrade software package name will appear in the 'Passive software version' field: Note: In case you did not remove the passive version, prior to uploading...
  • Page 180 14 Maintenance - Speed Touch Software Activating software Proceed as follows to switch passive upgrade and active running software versions: 1. If needed, browse to the 'Upgrade' page. Note: Make sure a passive software version is labeled in the 'Passive software version' field.
  • Page 181: Software Download From The Dsl Wan

    14 Maintenance - Speed Touch Software 14.2 Software Download from the DSL WAN Introduction The STPro supports a second software upgrade possibility: a new version of the software can be downloaded from the DSL network to your STPro. This can be done via the STPro dedicated control VCs. Software Download This feature is controlled by the SP .
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  • Page 183: Maintenance - Speed Touch Password

    15 Maintenance - Speed Touch Password 15 Maintenance - Speed Touch Password In this chapter Your STPro is a highly advanced product, operating according the many configurations set via the STPro Web interface or via the CLI. In this way STPro operation is vulnerable to misconfiguration by other users.
  • Page 184 15 Maintenance - Speed Touch Password Setting a system Proceed as follows: password 1. Click on the STPro pages to pop up the 'System setup' page (See section 17.2 for more information): 2. In the 'Password' field, fill in a password. Note: Asterisks will appear instead of the password.
  • Page 185: Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults

    16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults 16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults Introduction Non accessibility to your STPro may occur if wrongly configured, simply by forgetting its IP address, or forgetting the system password. Due to the flexible nature of the STPro, you may end up in a situation where restoring all of the original defaults is the only solution.
  • Page 186: Ping Of Life

    16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults 16.1 Ping of Life Introduction The STPro offers a unique method to supply an IP address to the STPro's Ethernet port. This method, the Ping of Life , allows to provide the STPro with an IP address without affecting other configurational settings.
  • Page 187 16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults The Ping of Life Proceed as follows: procedure 1. Turn off the STPro. 2. Open a command line (DOS) window (Windows OS), or a terminal window (UNIX, Linux) on a PC. 3. At the command prompt execute: arp –a This allows you to overview the current entries in the ARP cache.
  • Page 188 16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults Ping of Life with If your PC is equipped with multiple PC NICs, make sure that the procedure is applied to the one connected to the STPro. multiple PC NICs In the following syntax, identifies the <Interface IP address>...
  • Page 189: Speed Touch Reset

    16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults 16.2 Speed Touch Reset Overview of the To restore STPro's original settings, three methods are provided: To Defaults methods Two local software methods: " Browse to Defaults Which sets all parameters to original defaults, but keeps the system password and IP address.
  • Page 190: Browse To Defaults

    16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults 16.2.1 Browse to Defaults Procedure Proceed as follows: 1. Click on the STPro pages to pop up the 'System setup' page (See section 17.2 for more information): 2. Click if you are sure to reset the STPro to its original defaults.
  • Page 191: Ping To Defaults

    16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults 16.2.2 Ping to Defaults Introduction A second software method to reset all settings to the original defaults is the Ping to Defaults . The technique is identical to that used for the Ping of Life , except that another MAC address is used, i.e.
  • Page 192: Switch To Defaults

    16 Maintenance - Speed Touch To Defaults 16.2.3 Switch to Defaults Introduction At the back of the STPro there is a set of DIP switches labeled "Config". Via these switches a hardware reset of the STPro, the Switch to Defaults, is possible. Procedure Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 193: Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface

    17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface 17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface Introduction The STPro comes with integrated local configuration capabilities. Two methods exist: Configuration via a Web Browser " Configuration through a Command Line Interface (CLI). " The STPro web The local configuration via the STPro web interface, is based on interface...
  • Page 194: Web Interface Preconditions

    17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface 17.1 Web Interface Preconditions Preconditions When your PC is connected to a Proxy server for accessing the Internet, you must change your Web browser preferences, because the STPro is a local device and its IP address cannot be resolved by the Proxy server.
  • Page 195: Disabling Proxy Servers

    17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface 17.1.1 Disabling Proxy Servers Introduction This subsection describes how to disable Proxy servers for your Web browser. As a consequence of this action, connectivity through the Proxy server to the Internet is lost. Therefore, after configuring your STPro, do not forget to reset your Web browser to its original settings ! Disabling Proxy servers...
  • Page 196: Disabling Proxying For Local Ip Addresses

    17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface 17.1.2 Disabling Proxying for Local IP Addresses Introduction This subsection describes how to avoid that IP addresses, you can connect to directly, as for the STPro, are passed over to the Proxy server. However, this option can only be used if the Proxy servers are known by name and port, and manually configured, i.e.
  • Page 197: Browsing To The Speed Touch

    17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface 17.2 Browsing to the Speed Touch Pages Procedure Proceed as follows: 1. Start the Web browser on your PC or workstation. 2. Contact the STPro by entering one of the following: The STPro IP address (default 10.0.0.138) The STPro DNS hostname (default SpeedTouch.lan) 3.
  • Page 198: Speed Touch

    17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface 17.3 Speed Touch Page Structure STPro page frames All STPro pages can be divided into two sections: Menu frame User frame Each web page contains: The generic Menu frame " The context related User frame. "...
  • Page 199 17 Maintenance - Speed Touch Web Interface Menu frame The Menu frame is generic for all STPro's pages. components Each menu button represents a STPro configuration page, yielding all configurational possibilities related to menu subject. The following buttons are available: Click this To ...
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  • Page 201: Maintenance - Speed Touch Cli

    18 Maintenance - Speed Touch CLI 18 Maintenance - Speed Touch CLI Introduction For advanced configurations, with full control over all the STPro functions, the STPro exhibits a character based interface, i.e. the Command Line Interface (CLI). As the CLI has far more configurational possibilities than the regular STPro pages, it is intended for experienced users only.
  • Page 202: Native Cli Access

    18 Maintenance - Speed Touch CLI 18.1 Native CLI Access Introduction You can use native access via the serial port or via a basic Telnet session. This allows configuration via a character based CLI. As a consequence the use of a web browser or even any graphical or operational environment is avoided.
  • Page 203: Cli Through A Telnet Session

    18 Maintenance - Speed Touch CLI 18.1.1 CLI through a Telnet Session Introduction Via a PC or terminal connected to the Ethernet interface of the STPro you can execute CLI commands. However, you must gain access to the STPro first, by opening a TCP/IP Telnet session.
  • Page 204 Trying 10.0.0.138... Connected to 10.0.0.138. Escape character is ’^]’. User : SpeedTouch (00–80–9F–01–23–45) Password :###### –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ______ ___/_____/\ /\\ ALCATEL DSL ROUTER _____/__ /\_____/___ \ Version 3.2 /\ \ _______//_______/ / _\/______ Copyright 1999–2001. / _\__ \_______\/ * /_/______/___________________/ /________/ /___/...
  • Page 205: Cli Via Serial Access

    18 Maintenance - Speed Touch CLI 18.1.2 CLI via Serial Access Advantages of the CLI The CLI via serial access: via serial access Provides CLI command connectivity to the STPro, without the " need of a TCP/IP configuration Allows remote STPro configuration via an intermediate POTS "...
  • Page 206: Cli Command Basics

    18 Maintenance - Speed Touch CLI 18.1.3 CLI Command Basics Introduction Although it is not the aim of this subsection to give a complete overview of all possible configurational STPro items, this subsection describes some of the generalities of the native CLI environment.
  • Page 207 However, only after executing the save command, the new settings are stored in persistent memory. CLI Reference Guide A CLI Reference Guide with detailed CLI configuration description of all the commands can be found at: http://www.alcatel.com http://www.alcateldsl.com 207 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
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  • Page 211: Abbreviations

    Abbreviations Abbreviations ACCOMP Address and Control field COMPression ADSL Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line ASAM ATM Subscriber Access Multiplexer Asynchronous Transfer Mode ATMF 25.6 ATM Forum 25.6 Mbps BBRAS BroadBand RAS CHAP Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol Classical IP Command Line Interface DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Domain Name System...
  • Page 212 Abbreviations Operating System Open Systems Interconnection Password Authentication Protocol Port Address Translation Personal Computer POST Power On Self Test POTS Plain Old Telephone Service Point to Point Protocol PPPoA PPP over ATM PPPoE PPP over Ethernet PPTP Point to Point Tunnelling Protocol Permanent Virtual Channel Remote Access Server Ringer Equivalence Number...
  • Page 213: Appendixa Speed Touch Troubleshooting

    AppendixA Speed Touch Troubleshooting AppendixA Speed Touch Troubleshooting Introduction This appendix provides information on how to identify and correct some common problems you may encounter when using and configuring the STPro. If the following troubleshooting tips have not resolved the problem, contact the company from which you purchased the STPro for assistance.
  • Page 214 AppendixA Speed Touch Troubleshooting Trouble solving table The following table provides possible solutions to some problems: Problem Solution STPro does not work. Make sure the STPro is plugged into an electrical outlet. (none off the LEDs lights up) (none off the LEDs lights up) Make sure the power switch on the STPro modem is turned on.
  • Page 215: Appendixb Speed Touch Specifications

    AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications In this appendix Topic Front Panel Layout and LED Description Power On/Off Behavior Back Panel Layout and LED Description Connector Pin Assignments Power Supply Adapter LAN Cables Layout Physical Specifications ADSL Specifications 215 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed.
  • Page 216: Front Panel Layout And Led Description

    Front Panel Layout and LED Description Front panel layout STPro Five front panel LEDs STPro Indicator Description Name Color State Line TX Line RX Line Sync PWR/Alarm...
  • Page 217: Power On/Off Behavior

    AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications Power On/Off Behavior Turning on/off the You can turn the STPro on ( ) or off ( ) with the power switch. STPro POST phases As soon your STPro is turned on, you can check the PWR/Alarm" LED (See section B.1) to see how the start up progresses.
  • Page 218 AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications Back Panel Layout Back panel differences The back panel differs depending on the STPro model. Single port model Power Serial Line Switch Switches Port Port Ethernet Port Power Socket Dual port model Power Serial ATMF 25 Line Switch Switches...
  • Page 219 AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications Ethernet port(s) LED Each of the Ethernet ports on the back panel has a LED: Link Integrity(Activity) LED 10Base T/MDI-X Indication of link For all STPro models : integrity Indicator Description Name Color State Integrity Green No connection on this port.
  • Page 220: Connector Pin Assignments

    AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications Connector Pin Assignments STPro port description Name Port Signal Function Model Name Reference Line 123456 Wire A Subscriber line 2/5 ADSL (DSL) wire A variant RJ 11/RJ 14 RJ 11/RJ 14 Wire A Subscriber line 3/4 ADSL Front view wire A variant...
  • Page 221 AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications Free connector pins Connector pins not mentioned are not connected. Ports characteristics The external ports on the back panel are classified as follows: DC input port " SELV circuit (*) 10Base T/MDI X " SELV circuit Console RS232 port "...
  • Page 222: Power Supply Adapter

    Limited power source (according to IEC/EN 60950, " sub clause 2.11 and UL1950). Note: Do not use power adapter types with other specifications (e.g. from other Alcatel Speed Touch products) ! 222 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 223: Lan Cables Layout

    AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications LAN Cables Layout Straight through LAN Straight through LAN cables with the following layout are applicable for interconnecting Ethernet ports, and ATMF 25.6 cable ports: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Crossover LAN cable Crossover LAN cables with the following layout are applicable for interconnecting Ethernet ports, and ATMF 25.6 ports:...
  • Page 224: Physical Specifications

    Physical Specifications Physical dimensions Operating environment Power requirements...
  • Page 225: Adsl Specifications

    AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications ADSL Specifications ADSL router ADSL data rates " specifications Downstream user (payload) data rates: Up to 8Mbit/s, depending on provisioning Upstream user (payload) data rates: Up to 1Mbit/s, depending on provisioning ADSL/POTS standards compliancy " Full rate ANSI T1.413 Issue 2 ITU(*) G.DMT (Full rate ITU G.992.1 Annex A) ITU G.Lite (Lite rate ITU G.992.2) ITU G.Handshake (Automode ITU G.994.1)
  • Page 226 AppendixB Speed Touch Specifications 226 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 227: Appendixc Speed Touch Default Assignments

    AppendixC Speed Touch Default Assignments AppendixC Speed Touch Default Assignments In this chapter Topic General Defaults Connection Service/ATM Encapsulation Defaults 227 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 228 AppendixC Speed Touch Default Assignments General Defaults STPro IP address 10.0.0.138 STPro DNS name SpeedTouch STPro domain name STPro DNS server Active STPro DHCP server AutoDHCP STPro master firewall Enabled STPro system password Not set 228 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 229 AppendixC Speed Touch Default Assignments Connection Service/ATM Encapsulation Defaults ATMF 25.6 port (optional) Upper Layer Protocols Service channel 0 ...7 0 ...511 ADSL/ATMF 25.6 X connect End User defined Ethernet port(s) Upper Layer Protocols Service channel Transparent Bridging Bridge Bridge Bridged PPPoE AAL5/RFC1483/Bridged AAL5/RFC1483/Bridged...
  • Page 230 AppendixC Speed Touch Default Assignments Control channels Upper Layer Protocols Service channel DSL/ATM Loopback channel SNMP/ASAM agent AAL5/SNMP communication channel for Alcatel ASAM Software TFTP download AAL5/TFTP channel 230 / 238 3EC 17059 ABAA TCZZA Ed. 01...
  • Page 231: Appendixd Safety And Agency Regulatory Notices

    AppendixD Safety and Agency Regulatory Notices AppendixD Safety and Agency Regulatory Notices Aim of this appendix This appendix provides basic Safety Information on Alcatel's Speed Touch product. Prior to using the Speed Touch product, read this appendix carefully. Reading all Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
  • Page 232 Directive " " " " "...
  • Page 233 AppendixD Safety and Agency Regulatory Notices Safety Instructions Climatic conditions The Speed Touch product equipment is intended for: In house stationary desktop use; the maximum ambient " temperature may not exceed 40ºC (104ºF). It must not be mounted in a location exposed to direct or "...
  • Page 234 AppendixD Safety and Agency Regulatory Notices Power cord protection Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord will be subject to persons walking on Overloading Do not overload wall (mains) outlets and extension cords as this increases the risk of fire or electric shock.
  • Page 235 Consult your telephone service company or DSL service provider for instructions. Modifications Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Alcatel could invalidate the users authority to operate this equipment. STORE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY 235 / 238...
  • Page 236 AppendixD Safety and Agency Regulatory Notices European Community Declaration of Conformity Products with the marking comply with both EMC and Low Voltage Directives issued by the Commission of the European Community. EC Declaration of A copy of the European Community Declaration of Conformity is provided in your Speed Touch product shipping box.
  • Page 237 AppendixD Safety and Agency Regulatory Notices Radio Frequency Interference Statement This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 238 AppendixD Safety and Agency Regulatory Notices Canadian DOC Class B Notice Notification of Canadian RF Interference Statements This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communication.

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