Introduction To Database Configuration; Database Setup Recommendations - Cabletron Systems Netlink FRX4000 User Manual

Database Setup Recommendations

Introduction to Database Configuration

Introduction to Database Configuration
Each FRX4000 and FRX6000 contains its own configuration database, which con-
tains information identifying the hardware components, and defines the operating
parameters of the hardware and software.
Each database file contains defining parameters for a specific component; for
example, physical ports, subscriber IDs, or IP interfaces.
Before an FRX4000 or FRX6000 can properly operate, all necessary database param-
eters must be configured. The necessary configuration depends on the installed
hardware, the routing and access protocols that will be used, and the devices that will
be connected to ports in the FRX. Some helpful information can be found under
"Database Setup Recommendations."
Many database parameters are configured with default values, many of which may not
need to be changed for your configuration. Other parameters, however, define the spe-
cific configuration. For example, each device must have unique identifiers if the
device will be used in remote control, file transfer, or alarm reporting operations. Also,
each device will most likely differ in which ports will run which protocols, and what
the physical interfaces on those ports will be.
Before proceeding with your configuration, you should be aware of all the parameters
that must be, or can be, specified. You should first note the default values, since many
may be correct as is. Tables of parameters, including their valid and default values,
can be found throughout Section II. The
You should also be familiar with all devices that will connect to FRX4000s/6000s;
some have requirements or restrictions.
Some things you must know before configuring the database are:
The information in
Addresses that must be specified in various port and interface records. Each
X.25 SVC subscriber must be assigned an ID (described on
be used as a called or calling address in call setup packets. IP, IPX, LLC2, and
SNMP also require addresses for identification of networks and devices.
Passwords. You must enter a password to remotely control another Cabletron
frame relay access device, to perform software updates and file transfers, and to
configure alarm routing.
Table of Contents
Table 2-1 (on page 2-2) and
Chapter 3
contains a list of all tables.
Table 2-2 (on page 2-4).
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