Appendix K Remote Configuration - Multitech MT2834MR Owner's Manual

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APPENDIX K
Remote Configuration
Introduction
This chapter describes how the MT2834MR Remote Configuration feature operates. This feature uses a
multilevel security system that involves the use of LOGIN passwords, SETUP passwords, and remote
escape characters.
The primary level security code is the modem's LOGIN password. Once this password is entered, other
passwords can be used. For instance, entering the LOGIN password lets you enter the SETUP password.
The remote escape character is the key to using the Remote Configuration feature. The remote escape
character lets you enter Command mode via a remote call, so that you can type AT commands just as if
you were locally connected. You must also type your modem's SETUP password. The remote escape
character is contained in S-Register S13.
Remote Configuration Description
The Remote Configuration feature is a network management tool that lets you configure modems
remotely. This means you can configure modems anywhere in your network from one location, without
having to visit the sites or rely on remote users to follow your instructions. With Remote Configuration,
which is protected by two-level security, you can downline load new parameters, program new V.42
capabilities, and implement new features. Remote Configuration also makes troubleshooting remote
locations a lot easier.
S-Register S13 contains the special remote configuration escape code. When calling a Remote
Configuration equipped modem, you enter the proper remote escape code and SETUP password. After
entering both correctly, you can then execute AT commands as if you were connected locally. If you set
S-Register S13 to zero, Remote Configuration is disabled.
Initial SETUP Procedures for Remote Configuration
Your modem is shipped with default LOGIN and SETUP passwords (LOGIN=MULTI-TECH and
SETUP=MODEMSETUP) so you can configure the modem. Because the defaults are in the owner's
manual, anyone can find out what they are. You should change the codes as the first step of your
initialization procedure.
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