Administering The Media Server - Avaya Communication Manager Administrator's Manual

Administering the Media Server

(For S8300 or S8700 Series Media Servers) The S8300 or S8700 Series Media Server contains
the call-processing software of Avaya Communication Manager, and controls its operation over
the corporate network. Some of the primary functions controlled by the S8300 and S8700
Series Media Server are:
Backing up and restoring call processing, server, and security data.
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Checking server and process status.
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Administering network features for the S8300 or S8700 Series Media Server such as
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SNMP service, enabling or disabling the modem (if used), enabling FTP services, and
installing license and authentication files.
Installing new software and reconfiguring the server as needed.
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Performing routine diagnostics and troubleshooting such as viewing alarms and system
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logs, and running tests if needed.
Media Server Web Interface and online help
(For S8300 or S8700 Series Media Servers) S8300 or S8700 Series Media Server tasks are
performed using the Media Server Web Interface. This browser-based server administration
tool is an easy-to-use graphical user interface for performing the server administration tasks
listed above. It contains an extensive help system that describes all web screens and media
server procedures. This section covers highlights of media server administration.
Accessing the Media Server Web Interface
(For S8300 or S8700 Series Media Servers) The Web Interface can be accessed through the
corporate LAN connection to the G700 Media Gateway, or through the Services Ethernet
interface on the front of the S8300 or S8700 Series Media Server connected to a laptop PC
using a crossover cable. Details on how to configure a laptop for a direct connection are in the
online help and in Welcome to the Avaya S8300 Media Server and Avaya G700 Media
Gateway.
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