Chapter 4. Ethernet Interface Operation; Overview; Prerequisites - Comtech EF Data LPOD Series Installation And Operation Manual

Chapter 4. ETHERNET INTERFACE
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Overview

CEFD recommends use of the Ethernet-based SNMP interface for advanced users
only. All other users are strongly encouraged to use the LPOD HTTP Interface for
remote M&C of the LPOD.
Operation of the LPOD Ethernet Interface is available when you connect a user-supplied,
windows-based PC to the 19-pin 'J6 | COM1' communications port on the LPOD using the
appropriate adapter cable.
Three protocols are available to use for Ethernet remote M&C. Operate these protocols
separately.
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Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). This requires a user-supplied Network
Monitoring System (NMS) and a user-supplied Management Information Base (MIB) File
Browser.
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Telnet Interface. Use the serial remote control protocol for this interface. This requires
use of Windows Command-line, or a user-supplied terminal emulation program such as
HyperTerminal.
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Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) (Web Server) Interface. This requires a compatible
user-supplied web browser such as Internet Explorer.

4.1.1 Prerequisites

Before you proceed with Ethernet remote product management, make sure the following is true:
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The LPOD is operating with the latest version firmware files.
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The User PC is running a terminal emulation program for operation of the LPOD Telnet
Interface.
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The User PC is running a compatible web browser for operation of the LPOD HTTP
Interface.
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The User PC is connected to the LPOD 19-pin 'J6 | COM1' port. You may connect the
User PC Ethernet port to the LPOD with the available CA-0000352 Ethernet Interface
Cable (part of CEFD Kit KT-0000203).
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You have recorded the LPOD's Management IP Address.
Ethernet Interface Operation
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