Front Panel Inputs, Outputs, And Controls; Eth0 And Eth1; Usb Port; Serial Ports 1 And 2 - Hitachi TransPortal Installation, Operation, Troubleshooting

Capable of communicating over any type of public or private, wireless or wireless
IP-based WAN, the TIM transmits SNMP-based Trap/Inform messages when any alarm
situation is confirmed, and delivers periodic operating information and health check
messages. SNMP-based TIM devices are configured to deliver SNMP Trap/Inform
encoded alarm and status messages to properly configured SNMP host applications.
The TIM contains a powerful CPU and communication platform (called ZyWAN), event-
driven architecture, and a flexible, publish-subscribe network messaging methodology
based on IBM WebSphere
databases and existing office systems. This application of the TIM currently uses
SNMP, rather than publish-subscribe and WebSphere capabilities.

2.5. Front Panel Inputs, Outputs, and Controls

See Figure 2-1.

2.5.1. ETH0 and ETH1

The front panel Ethernet ports may be used for a variety of purposes, including:
• Connecting a laptop or other browser equipped device for locally configuring and
controlling the unit.
• As a LAN for connecting other Ethernet based accessories including network
cameras, network switches and hubs.
• To connect to a private wired or wireless WAN. Note that this typically requires
coordination with the user's IT department to establish necessary secure
communications between the private network and the shared TIM host. Contact
STS USA Customer Support for assistance for connecting the TIM to a private
wired or wireless network.
• Numerous security, firewall, routing, and server functions can be established for
the front panel Ethernet ports. Contact STS USA customer support for additional
assistance.

2.5.2. USB Port

The front panel USB port is primarily used for downloading and capturing information,
and for introducing new feature and software updates into the TIM.

2.5.3. Serial Ports 1 and 2

Serial Ports 1 and 2 have a number of uses. They are typically used to provide terminal
server pass-through services to external, serially connected equipment. This allows
secure remote access to these legacy devices, reducing the trips that must otherwise
be taken to remote sites. In this application of the TIM, a serial port also provides the
data connection to the MLK.
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