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- Page 1 Model FR111A User Guide...
- Page 2 Furthermore, Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Limited Warranty ... 40 On-line Warranty Registration ... 40 Tech Support ... 40 Recording MultiFRAD Information ... 41 Service ... 41 The Multi-Tech BBS ... 42 To Log on to the Multi-Tech BBS ... 42 To Download a File ... 42 Contents... - Page 4 About the Internet ... 43 About Ordering Accessories ... 43 Appendices Appendix A - Cabling Diagrams ... 46 Appendix B - Regulatory Information ... 48 Class B Statement ... 48 FCC Part 68 Telecom ... 49 Glossary Index...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction And Description
Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description... -
Page 6: Introduction
MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide Introduction The Multi-Tech Systems MultiFRAD 100-series (Model number FR111A) is a one-port Frame Relay Access Device (FRAD) with 56K DSU that encapsulates non-packetized data from non-frame relay devices into frame relay packets. The MultiFRAD enables access to common carrier frame relay network services and to private frame relay networks. - Page 7 Chapter 5 provides instructions on getting service for your MultiFRAD at the factory, a statement of the limited warranty, information about our Internet presence and user bulletin board service, and space for recording information about your MultiFRAD prior to calling Multi-Tech’s Technical Support. Appendixes...
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Page 8: Front Panel Description
Lights when a carrier signal is detected. Blinks when data is being transmitted - on for a space and off for a mark. Blinks when data is being received - on for a space and off for a mark. Figure 1-2. Front Panel Data Trunk FR111A... -
Page 9: Back Panel
The Trunk connector is used to connect the MultiFRAD to a 56K DDS circuit that provides the local access to the frame relay service. This connector is an RJ-48 keyed jack on the back panel. FR111A Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description... -
Page 10: Shunts
The data port shunts are shown in the RS-232 (default) position in Figure 1-4. To change the position of a shunt, refer to the V.35 Shunt procedure in Chapter 2. LEDs V.35 Trunk Shunt Position Figure 1-4. Shunts RS-232C Trunk Shunt Position FR111A... -
Page 11: Specifications
Link management via Annex D (ANSI T1.617), Annex A (ITU-T Q.933) or LMI • Supports one PVC with DLCI number from 16 to 1007 • Congestion management • Throughput management via settable CIR and Be values FR111A Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description... - Page 12 MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide FR111A...
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Page 13: Chapter 2 - Installation
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Page 14: Introduction
Software). Inspect the contents for signs of any shipping damage. If damage is observed, do not power up the unit; contact Multi-Tech’s Technical Support for advice (refer to Chapter 5). If no damage is observed, place the MultiFRAD in its final location and refer to Cabling your MultiFRAD in the next section. -
Page 15: Setting Up Your Multifrad
2. Connect the external power transformer to the MultiFRAD and plug it into a live AC outlet. The MultiFRAD does not have a power switch. When power is applied to the unit, it takes about 10 seconds for it to power-up. Power Connection FR111A Figure 2-2. Data/Command Switch Position Description... - Page 16 Refer to the V.35 Shunt Procedure in the next section. Refer to Appendix A for cable details. 7. Place the Command Mode switch (Switch 1) in the UP position for the data mode operation. At this time your MultiFRAD is completely cabled. Proceed to the Loading your Software procedure in this User Guide. FR111A...
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Page 17: V.35 Shunt Procedure
Appendix A. To connect to a device equipped with a V.35 34-pin connector, you must obtain an adapter cable. Use the signal pin designation in Appendix A when making or ordering the adapter cable. FR111A Enclosure Mounting Screws Figure 2-4. Enclosure Mounting Screw Locations LEDs V.35 Trunk Shunt Position... - Page 18 MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide FR111A...
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Page 19: Chapter 3 - Software Loading And Configuration
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Page 20: Installing Your Multifrad Software
Destination Location of your MultiFRAD software or you can choose to select the default destination by clicking Next >. Note: If you click on the Browse button you can choose from several folders. Multi-Tech Systems recommends that you choose the default destination. - Page 21 If not, from the Select Port window, click on the down arrow and choose the COM port of your PC. Click OK to continue. 8. The Setup Complete dialog box is displayed. Click Finish to continue. FR111A Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration...
- Page 22 OK, choose the Data Port mode (Raw or APSM), and then set the baud rate by clicking the Baud Rate down arrow and choosing the baud rate from the drop down list. Also, select the Word Length, Parity, Stop Bits, etc. for your device. Refer to the user documentation for the parameters of the data device. FR111A...
- Page 23 • Click on the Excess Burst Rate (Be) numeric box in the Settings (in Bits/second) category and enter the Be value provided by your service provider at subscription time for this DLCI. FR111A Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration...
- Page 24 16. Win98/95/NT users - you are returned to your MultiFRAD 111A folder which will be visible on your desktop. Win3.1 users - you are returned to your Program Manager where the MultiFRAD Program Group and Program Item (Windows icons) have been created. Your MultiFRAD is operational at this time. FR111A...
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Page 25: Chapter 4 - Multifrad Software
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Page 26: Introduction
OK. When prompted, click OK again to proceed with the download. The default setup will be written to the MultiFRAD. This process may take a few minutes. When it is finished, you will be returned to Windows. environment. FR111A... - Page 27 Selecting Uninstall MultiFRAD Configuration will allow you to completely remove all the components of the MultiFRAD program group. Upon selecting this option you will be queried for confirmation. Click Yes to continue with the uninstall, or click No to abort. FR111A...
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Page 28: Multifrad Configuration
“events” such as the Channel Initialized, etc. The status bar at the bottom of the Setup menu displays the status of the unit (e.g., Running), the date that the unit was last configured, and the connection on the command port (e.g., COM 1). FR111A... -
Page 29: Frame Relay Setup
FRAD stops sending on the DLCI and restarts the initial procedures to activate the link. 4. Change the CIR Measurement Interval to change the time frame in which the FRAD calculates throughput for the DLCI. By default, every 1000 milliseconds (1 second), the MultiFRAD FR111A Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software... - Page 30 This dialog box shows the currently mapped DLCI as well as any DLCIs that the FR111A has detected on the link with the frame relay switch. Click OK to continue or highlight a selected DLCI and then click OK to change the mapped DLCI to the highlighted DLCI.
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Page 31: Wan Port Setup
External Clock, then the clocking is provided by the DCE device. If Internal Clock is configured, then click the down arrow and choose the clock speed. Normally, External Clock is selected. Note: Must always be external clock. FR111A Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software... -
Page 32: Data Port Configuration
Configure Synchronous option and configure the MultiFRAD to match your synchronous device. For example, the data port could be connected to a Multi-Tech MultiMux MMH904. In this situation, the data port could be configured with the following options: ´... -
Page 33: Viewing Statistics
Another helpful statistic screen is DLCI. It reflects the status of the PVC, i.e., active or inactive and whether or not the MultiFRAD is experiencing network congestion (reflected by FECNs or BECNs received). FR111A Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software... -
Page 34: Wan Port Statistics
Statistics that fall into “Others” category relate to the physical layer between the MultiFRAD and the link device, i.e. the CSU/DSU. These statistics can be helpful in troubleshooting suspected problems at the physical layer, i.e., the WAN port itself, the link device (CSU/DSU), and any associated cabling. FR111A... -
Page 35: Frame Relay Statistics
The Link Details section records the number of times the frame relay link between the MultiFRAD and the network has gone up (become active) or gone down (become inactive). The Link Details provide a more general picture of the status of communication between the MultiFRAD and the frame relay network. FR111A... - Page 36 PVC show that they are communicating with the frame relay network and the DLCI at both ends shows active, but there is still a communication problem over that PVC, then there may be a problem with your service provider. FR111A...
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Page 37: Data Port Statistics
DLCI or the frame relay network allows. Excessive buffer utilization and/or receive flow control time can usually be reduced or eliminated by slowing the speed at which the channel is operating. FR111A... - Page 38 MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide FR111A...
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Page 39: Chapter 5 - Warranty, Service And Tech Support
Chapter 5 - Warranty, Service and Tech Support... -
Page 40: Introduction
Tech Support Multi-Tech has an excellent staff of technical support personnel available to help you get the most out of your Multi-Tech product. If you have any questions about the operation of this unit, call 1-800-972- 2439. -
Page 41: Recording Multifrad Information
Recording MultiFRAD Information Please fill in the following information on your Multi-Tech MultiFRAD. This will help tech support in answering your questions. (The same information is requested on the Warranty Registration Card.) Model No.: _________________________ Serial No.: _________________________ Software Version: ____________________ The model and serial numbers are on the bottom of your MultiFRAD. -
Page 42: The Multi-Tech Bbs
MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide The Multi-Tech BBS For customers who do not have Internet access, Multi-Tech maintains a bulletin board system (BBS). Information available from the BBS includes new product information, product upgrade files, and problem-solving tips. The phone number for the Multi-Tech BBS is (800) 392-2432 (USA and Canada) or (612) 785-3702 (international and local). -
Page 43: About The Internet
To exit the BBS, type G and press ENTER. About the Internet Multi-Tech is a commercial user on the Internet, and we retrieve messages from our customers on a periodic basis. If you prefer to receive technical support via the Internet, you can contact Tech Support at the following address: http://www.multitech.com/_forms/email_tech_support.htm... - Page 44 MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide FR111A...
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Page 45: Appendices
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Page 46: Appendix A - Cabling Diagrams
MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide Appendix A - Cabling Diagrams Data Cables * The FR111A RS-232C interface circuits have been designed to meet the electrical specificaitons given in EIA (Electronic Industries Association RS-232C and CCITT (Consultative Committee International Telegraph and Telephone) V.24 Standards. - Page 47 Trunk Cable Pin Identification Description Transmit Pair Transmit Pair Receive Pair Receive pair Back-To-Back Cable FR111A RJ-48 Cable Destination To Line To Line From Line From Line Back-To Back Crossover DDS RJ-48 Connector Appendices...
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Page 48: Appendix B - Regulatory Information
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada. Class B Statement FR111A... -
Page 49: Fcc Part 68 Telecom
This equipment should not be used on party lines or coin lines. 10. If so required, this equipment is hearing-aid compatible. Manufacturer: Trade Name: Model Number: FCC Registration Number: Modular Jack (USOC): Service Center in USA: FR111A FCC Part 68 Telecom MultiTech Systems, Inc. MultiFRAD FR111A AU7USA-24704-XD-N RJ48 MultiTech Systems, Inc. - Page 50 MultiFRAD 100-Series User Guide FR111A...
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Page 51: Glossary
Glossary... - Page 52 Backward Explicit Congestion Notification (BECN): A bit that tells you that a certain frame on a particular logical connection has encountered heavy traffic. The bit provides notification that congestion-avoidance procedures should be initiated in the opposite direction of the received frame. See also FECN (Forward Explicit Congestion Notification). FR111A...
- Page 53 PABX or any residential telephone connects to the PSTN at a central office. Centrex: A multi-line service offered by operating telcos which provides, from the telco CO, functions and features comparable to those of a PBX for large business users. See also "Private Branch Exchange", "Exchange". FR111A...
- Page 54 Dataphone Digital Service (DDS): A private line digital service that offers 2400, 4800, 9600 and 56 Kbps data rates on an inter-LATA basis by AT&T and on an intra-LATA basis by the BOCs. FR111A...
- Page 55 Ethernet: A 10-megabit baseband local area network that allows multiple stations to access the transmission medium at will without prior coordination, avoids contention by using carrier sense and deference, and resolves contention by using collision detection and transmission. Ethernet uses carrier sense multiple access with collision detection (CSMA/CD). FR111A...
- Page 56 "connection number" that is applied to each frame to distinguish between individual frames. Frame Relay Forum: A nonprofit organization of 300+ vendors and service providers, based in Foster City, CA, that are developing and deploying frame relay equipment. FR111A...
- Page 57 ISDN's data link layer protocol (LAPD). Frame relay can be used to transmit across ISDN services offering circuit- switched connection at 64 Kbps and higher speeds. Contrast Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). FR111A An International telecommunications standard for transmitting voice, video...
- Page 58 Management Information Protocol (CMIP) and the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). Megacom: An AT&T service with a normal WATS line (typically T1) between the customer premise and the AT&T serving class 4 CO are the customer's responsibility. MegaLink: Bell South's leased T1 service. FR111A...
- Page 59 Commonly used data field lengths in packets are 128 or 256 bytes. 5. The field structure and format defined in the CCITT X.25 recommendation. Packet Assembler/Dissembler (PAD): Used by devices to communicate over X.25 networks by building or stripping X.25 information on or from a packet. FR111A...
- Page 60 CIR is of low priority.) Rate enforcement makes sure that the network will not get so congested that it isn't able to meet the agreed on CIR Recognized Private Operating Agency (RPOA): A corporation, private or government-controlled, that provides telecommunications services. RPOAs, such as AT&T, participate as nonvoting members in the CCITT. FR111A...
- Page 61 56 Kbps. It is a relatively low cost service, widely used in North America for telecommuting, video conferencing and high speed data transfers. Many phone companies are (or will be) phasing out Switched 56 in favor of ISDN service. FR111A...
- Page 62 Time Slot: One of 24 channels within a T1 line. Each channel has a 64 Kbps maximum bandwidth. "Time slot" implies the time division multiplexing organization of the T1 signal. FR111A...
- Page 63 Virtual Circuit: A logical connection. Used in packet switching wherein a logical connection is established between two devices at the start of transmission. All information packets follow the same route and arrive in sequence (but do not necessarily carry a complete address). FR111A...
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Page 65: Index
Index About the Internet About the Multi-Tech Fax-Back Service 43 Back Panel Data Connector Power Connector Trunk Connector Bulletin Board System (BBS) Cabling Diagrams Data Port V.35 Adapter Cable 46 Trunk Cable 47 Cabling Procedure Committed Information Rate Committed Information Rate (CIR) - Page 66 Software Description Uninstall Statistics Data Port Frame Relay 35 Wide Area Network (WAN) Tech Support The Multi-Tech BBS Throughput Mode Trunk Cable Trunk Specifications Uninstall MultiFRAD Configuration Uninstall Proxy Server Configuration Unpacking the MultiFRAD 100 WAN Port Configuration 22 WAN Port Setup...