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For more information on setting up SVN for SAT login lockout, see the
Security-Related System Parameters
Security. For a complete description of the Security Violation Notification feature, see "Security
Violation Notification" in Feature Description and Implementation for Avaya Communication
Manager, 555-245-205.
Server login failure
Communication Manager has an automatic lockout mechanism that is activated when there are
4 login failures in 10 minutes or less. The login will be locked out for 5 minutes. An account
lockout event is logged to the security log. This type of lockout applies for all shell and Web
access logins, including SAT logins.
Accessing the S8700 Series Media Server
To administer the S8700 Series Media Server, you must be able to access it. Personal
computers and services laptop computers equipped with a network PCMCIA card, Avaya Site
Administration (ASA), and a Web browser are the primary support access for system
initialization, aftermarket additions, and continuing maintenance.
You can access the S8700 Series Media Server in one of three ways:
directly
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remotely over the customer's local area network (LAN)
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over a modem
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A direct connection and over the customer's LAN are the preferred methods. Remote access
over a modem is for Avaya maintenance access only.
Accessing the S8700 Series Media Server Directly
You can access the S8700 Series Media Server directly by plugging a computer into the
services port which defaults to port 2 (Eth1) on the back of the media server. You must use a
crossover cable with an RJ45 connector on each end. Plug the other end into the network
connector (NIC card) on the your computer. You might need a NIC card adapter.
Once connected, you can administer the media server using three tools:
Media server web interface for server-specific administration.
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ASA for various features of Avaya Communication Manager
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An SSH client, like PuTTY, and an IP address of 192.11.13.6.
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Media Server Web Interface - You can access the media server web interface either by
connecting directly to the services port on the media server or connecting over the customer's
network.
screens. See also Chapter 11: Enhancing System
Logging into the System
Login Administration and
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