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For Quick Start Installation SmartNode 4950-NCE Series Multi-Port T1/E1/PRI VoIP Enterprise Gateway Router Getting Started Guide Sales Office: +1 (301) 975-1000 Technical Support: +1 (301) 975-1007 E-mail: support@patton.com WWW: www.patton.com Part Number: 07MSN4950-NCE-GS, Rev. A Revised: August 31, 2011...
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Patton Electronics Company, Inc. 7622 Rickenbacker Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20879 USA Tel: +1 (301) 975-1000 Fax: +1 (301) 869-9293 Support: +1 (301) 975-1007 Web: E-mail: Trademark Statement The terms SmartNode and SmartWare are trademarks of Patton Electronics Company. All other trademarks presented in this document are the property of their respective owners.
Table of Contents Summary Table of Contents Table of Contents ... 4 List of Figures ... 7 List of Tables ... 8 About this guide ... 9 Audience... 9 Structure... 9 Precautions ... 10 Safety when working with electricity General observations ...12 Typographical conventions used in this General conventions...
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SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide 1. Connecting the SmartNode to your laptop 2. Configuring the desired IP address Factory-default IP settings ...29 Login ...29 Changing the WAN IP address 3. Connecting the SmartNode to the network 4. Loading the configuration (optional)...31 Bootloader...32 Start Bootloader...
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SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Fax and modem support...47 Voice signalling ...48 Voice routing—session router...48 services...48 Management ...49 System...49 Physical ...49 G.SHDSL Daughter Card (if applicable)...50 Identification of the SmartNode devices via Cabling ... 53 Introduction ...54 Console ...54 Ethernet ...55 E1 PRI ...56...
About this guide This guide describes the SmartNode 4950-NCE hardware, installation and basic configuration. For detailed software configuration information refer to the SmartWare Software Configuration Guide and the available Configuration Notes. Audience This guide is intended for the following users: •...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Precautions Notes, cautions, and warnings, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you become aware of potential problems. sonal injury. are intended to prevent situations that could result in property damage or impaired functioning.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Safety when working with electricity • Do not open the device when the power cord is connected. For systems without a power switch and without an external power adapter, line volt- ages are present within the device when the power cord is connected. WARNING •...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Always follow ESD prevention procedures when removing and replacing cards. Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, ensuring that it makes good CAUTION skin contact. Connect the clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to safely channel unwanted ESD voltages to ground.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide SmartNode 4950-NCE overview The SmartNode 4950-NCE T1/E1 PRI VoIP Router (see routing, VPN/Security, and Quality of Service with high-quality Voice over IP (VoIP) delivered on 1 to 4 Pri- mary Rate Interfaces (PRI T1/E1). This combination paves the way for enterprises’ migration to unified com- munications by integrating legacy telephone systems with PSTN and VoIP networks.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide SN4950-NCE model codes The SmartNode 4950-NCE series consists of several models. They differ in the number of PRI ports and voice channels supported. All models come equipped with two 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet ports. The SmartNode 4950-NCE PRI ports and voice channels are listed in are listed in table Table 2.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide SN4951-NCE model codes The high precision SmartNode 4951-NCE models have a Stratum III clock. The Stratum III clock provides a clock source of < 5 ppm. For PBXs that used to rely on PSTN for accurate clock source, the SmartNode 4951 can provide a PSTN-equivalent high precision clock.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Port WAN ETH 0/0 Auto-MDX Gigabit-Ethernet port, RJ-45 (see WAN device (for example, a cable modem, DSL modem, or fiber modem). Note: Only full duplex modes are supported. LAN ETH 0/1 Auto-MDX Gigabit-Ethernet port, RJ-45 (see LAN (for example, a PC, printer, or wireless bridge).
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide SmartNode 4950-NCE front panel Figure 3 shows SmartNode 4950-NCE front panel LEDs, the LED definitions are listed in Power Activity VoIP Ethernet 0/0 Ethernet 0/0 Link Ethernet 0/0 Figure 3. SmartNode 4950-NCE front panel SmartNode 4950-NCE front panel T1/E1 Port 0 Ethernet 0/1 Activity...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Table 5. SN4950-NCE Front and Rear panel LEDs Note If an error occurs, all LEDs will flash once per second. Power When lit, indicates power is applied. When lit, the unit is in normal operation. Flashes once per second during boot (startup).
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Introduction Patton’s SmartNode VoIP Media Gateway Routers deliver the features you need for advanced multiservice voice and data network applications. They combine high quality voice-over-IP with powerful quality of service routing functions to build professional and reliable VoIP and data networks. This chapter describes typical applications for which this SmartNode is uniquely suited.
Chapter 3 SmartNode installation Chapter contents Planning the installation...23 Site log ...23 Network information ...23 Network Diagram ...23 IP related information ...23 Software tools ...24 AC Power Mains ...24 Location and mounting requirements Installing the gateway router...24 Placing the SmartNode ...24 Installing cables ...24...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Planning the installation Before installing the gateway router device, the following tasks should be completed: • Create a network diagram (see section • Gather IP related information (see section • Install the hardware and software needed to configure the SmartNode. (See section page 24) •...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide • IP addresses of central H.323 gatekeeper (if used) • IP addresses and/or URL of SIP servers or Internet telephony services (if used) • Login and password for PPPoE • Login and password for SIP or H.323 based telephony services •...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Connect the cables in the following order: The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external use and shall be rated for the proper application with respect to volt- age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, and CAUTION mechanical serviceability.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Connecting the power supply Do not connect power to the AC Mains at this time. • The external power adapter shall be a listed Limited Power • WARNING CAUTION Source. • The 4950-NCE external power supply automatically adjusts to accept an input voltage from 100 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz).
Chapter 4 Initial configuration Chapter contents Introduction ...28 1. Connecting the SmartNode to your laptop 2. Configuring the desired IP address Factory-default IP settings Login ...29 Changing the WAN IP address 3. Connecting the SmartNode to the network 4. Loading the configuration Bootloader...32 Start Bootloader ...32...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Introduction This chapter leads you through the basic steps to set up a new SmartNode and to download a configuration. Setting up a new SmartNode consists of the following main steps: Note If you haven’t already installed the SmartNode, refer to chapter 3, “SmartNode installation”...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide 2. Configuring the desired IP address Factory-default IP settings The factory default configuration for the Ethernet interface IP addresses and network masks are listed in Both Ethernet interfaces are activated upon power-up. LAN interface ETH 0/1 (LAN) provides a default DHCP server, the WAN interface uses DHCP client to automatically assign the IP address and network mask.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Now you can set your IP address and network mask for the interface ETH 0/0 (WAN). Within this example a network 172.16.1.0/24 address is assumed. The IP address in this example is set to 172.16.1.99 (you should set this the IP address given to you by your network provider).
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide You can check the connection with the ping command from the SmartNode to another host on the network. 172.16.1.99(if-ip)[WAN]#ping <IP Address of the host> Note If the WAN address is LAN you must first configure the default gateway. (For information on con- figuring the default gateway, refer to section “Set IP addresses”...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide 172.16.1.99(if-ip)[WAN]#reload Running configuration has been changed. Do you want to copy the 'running-config' to the 'startup-config'? Press 'yes' to store, 'no' to drop changes : no Press 'yes' to restart, 'no' to cancel : yes The system is going down Bootloader The bootloader ensures that basic operations, network access, and downloads are possible in case of interrupted...
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SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Step Command RedBoot> ip_address -g gateway optional RedBoot> ping -h tftp-server_ip_address optional RedBoot> load -r -v -h host -b base_address file_name RedBoot> fis delete -n 1 RedBoot> fis create RedBoot> fis list -l RedBoot> go Note With the Bootloader, only the Ethernet interface 0/0 is available.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Step Command RedBoot> go Note This type of download takes about 25 minutes since it uses a serial link at only 9600 bps. Additional information For detailed information about configuring and operating guidance, set up procedures, and troubleshooting, refer to the SmartNode Series SmartWare Software Configuration Guide on the CD-ROM.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Introduction The SN4950-NCE model has an option for a built-in G.SHDSL modem. The modem appears in the configu- ration as "port dsl 0 0" mode. Profile napt Figure 8. Configuring the G.SHDSL card for PPPoE The Modem setup uses IP messages within its own subnet: 192.0.2.0/24.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Next, you will need to create a WAN profile, create a WAN interface, and create a subscriber. Then, you can configure the DSL port (port dsl 0 0) for PPPoE. Follow this example: profile napt WAN context ip router interface WAN ipaddress unnumbered...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Setting up permanent virtual circuits (PVC) The modems currently available are using ATM to multiplex traffic over the DSL framing connection. ATM allows you to have separate logical connections running in parallel. Those connections are called permanent virtual circuits (PVC).
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Diagnostics Command Step 1 node> show dsl type Step 2 node> show dsl line-state Step 3 node> show dsl version Step 4 node# debug dsl-setup Troubleshooting DSL Connections Link State: • Verify that the DSL link is established (status LED is continuously on) PPPoE access: •...
Chapter 6 Contacting Patton for assistance Chapter contents Introduction ...42 Contact information...42 Patton support headquarters in the USA Alternate Patton support for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations Warranty coverage ...42 Out-of-warranty service Returns for credit ...43 Return for credit policy RMA numbers...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Introduction This chapter contains the following information: • “Contact information”—describes how to contact Patton technical support for assistance. • “Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations warranty and obtaining a return merchandise authorization (RMA). Contact information Patton Electronics offers a wide array of free technical services.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Out-of-warranty service Patton services what we sell, no matter how you acquired it, including malfunctioning products that are no longer under warranty. Our products have a flat fee for repairs. Units damaged by lightning or other catastro- phes may require replacement.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Note Refer to the software feature matrix for the most up-to-date specifications. Voice connectivity 1 or 4 PRI T1/E1 ports on RJ48C connectors Net/User configurable per port Each port can be slave or master clock Each port can be used to synchronize to an external clock master Failover relay between ports 0/0 and 0/1 for specific models Data connectivity...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide 802.1p VLAN tagging IPSEC AH & ESP Modes Manual Key; IKE AES/DES/3DES Encryption Management Web-based GUI Industry standard CLI with local console (RJ-45, RJ-231, 9600 bps, 8, N, 1) and remote Telnet access, fully documented HTTP web management and firmware loading TFTP configuration &...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Identification of the SmartNode devices via SNMP All SmartNode devices have assigned sysObjectID (.iso.org.dod.internet.mgmt.mib-2.system.sysObjectID) numbers (see table 13). Table 13. SmartNode Models and their Unique sysObjectID SmartNode Model SN4950/1E15V SN4950/1E24V SN4950/1E30V SN4950/1E30V2 SN4950/4E15V SN4950/4E24V SN4950/4E30V SN4950/4E48V SN4950/4E60V SN4950/4E96V...
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SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Table 13. SmartNode Models and their Unique sysObjectID (Continued) SmartNode Model SN4951/4E96V SN4951/4E120V Note The SysObjectIDs for the SN4950-NCE G.SHDSL models are the same as the corresponding non-G.SHDSL models listed above. According to table 13, an SNMP get request to .iso.org.dod.internet.mgmt.mib-2.system.sysObjectID of a Smart- Node 4950/1E30V2GS/EUI-NCE device reads out a numeric OID of 1.3.6.1.4.1.1768.100.4.15.1.
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Appendix C Cabling Chapter contents Introduction ...54 Console ...54 Ethernet ...55 E1 PRI ...56 T1 PRI ...57...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Introduction This section provides information on the cables used to connect the SmartNode and the interface cards to the existing network infrastructure and to third party products. Console The SmartNode can be connected to a serial terminal over its serial console port, as depicted in The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external use and shall be rated for the proper application with respect to volt- age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, and...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Ethernet Ethernet devices (10Base-T/100Base-T/1000Base-T) are connected to the SmartNode over a cable with RJ-45 plugs. All Ethernet ports on the SN4950-NCE are Auto-MDX use any straight or crossover cable to connect to hubs, switches, PCs or other devices. The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external use and shall be rated for the proper application with respect to volt- age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, and...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide E1 PRI The E1 PRI is usually connected to a PBX or switch—local exchange (LE). Type and pin outs of these devices vary depending on the manufacturer. In most cases, a straight-through RJ-45 to RJ-45 can be used to connect the PRI with a PBX.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide T1 PRI The T1 PRI is usually connected to a PBX or switch—local exchange (LE). Type and pin outs of these devices vary depending on the manufacturer. In most cases, a straight-through RJ-45 to RJ-45 can be used to connect the PRI with a PBX.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Introduction This section provides pin-out information for the ports of the SmartNode. Console port Configuration settings: 9600 bps, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control Note N/C means no internal electrical connection. Ethernet Note Pins not listed are not used.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide PRI port Note Pins not listed are not used. G.SHDSL port Note Pins not listed are not used. PRI port Table 15. RJ45 socket 1000Base-T Signal TRD0+ TRD0- TRD1+ TRD1- TRD2+ TRD2- TRD3+ TRD3- Table 16. RJ-45 socket RX Ring RX Tip RX Shield...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide Introduction The factory configuration settings for SmartNode 4950-NCE are as follows: #----------------------------------------------------------------# # 4950-NCE Series # Factory configuration file #----------------------------------------------------------------# dns-relay sntp-client sntp-client server primary 129.132.2.21 port 123 version 4 system ic voice 0 low-bitrate-codec g729 profile napt NAPT_WAN profile dhcp-server DHCPS_LAN network 192.168.1.0 255.255.255.0...
Appendix F End user license agreement Chapter contents End User License Agreement ...64 1. Definitions ...64 2. Title ...64 3. Term ...64 4. Grant of License ...64 5. Warranty ...64 6. Termination ...65 7. Other licenses ...65...
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide End User License Agreement By opening this package, operating the Designated Equipment or downloading the Program(s) electronically, the End User agrees to the following conditions: 1. Definitions Effective Date shall mean the earliest date of purchase or download of a product containing the Patton Electronics Company Program(s) or the Program(s) themselves.
SmartNode 4950-NCE Getting Started Guide If the Program(s) are acquired by or on behalf of a unit or agency of the United States Government, the Gov- ernment agrees that such Program(s) are commercial computer software or computer software documentation and that, absent a written agreement to the contrary, the Government’s rights with respect to such Program(s) are limited by the terms of this Agreement, pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations 12.212(a) and/or DEARS 227.7202-1(a) and/or sub-paragraphs (a) through (d) of the “Commercial Computer Software - Restricted...
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