Multitech RouteFinder MTASR2-201 Quick Start Manual

Lan-to-lan routing for central-site and branch office networks
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LAN-to-LAN Routing
for Central-Site and
Branch Office Networks
Model MTASR2-201
Quick Start Guide

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  • Page 1 LAN-to-LAN Routing for Central-Site and Branch Office Networks Model MTASR2-201 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 2: Quick Start Guide

    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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ... 4 Related Documentation ... 5 Safety Warnings ... 6 Unpacking your DSU RouteFinder ... 6 8-Position DIP Switch ... 7 V.35 Shunt Procedure ... 8 Cabling your DSU RouteFinder ... 10 Cabling Procedure ... 11 Loading your Software ... 12 Limited Warranty ...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide Introduction Welcome to Multi-Tech's new DSU RouteFinder, Model MTASR2-201, which provides secure and seamless LAN-to- LAN routing capability and can also provide dial-up capability. This unit supports multiple WAN services and supports a wide range of routing protocols including IP, IPX, TCP, and RIP version 2.
  • Page 5: Related Documentation

    A detailed DSU RouteFinder User Guide is also provided with your unit. The user guide provides in-depth information on the features and functionality of Multi-Tech’s DSU RouteFinder. The User Guide is provided in disk form and is also available from our web site.
  • Page 6: Safety Warnings

    DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide Safety Warnings 1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
  • Page 7: 8-Position Dip Switch

    8-Position DIP Switch The DSU RouteFinder is equipped with a 8-position DIP switch. Figure 3 shows the DIP switch, and the chart that follows details the default positions and other options. Figure 3. 8-position DIP switch Position 1: Position 2: Positions 3 - 8: * Denotes Factory Default setting Note: The DIP switch settings cannot be changed externally;...
  • Page 8: V.35 Shunt Procedure

    DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide V.35 Shunt Procedure If you are using an external DCE device on the WAN 2 RS232/ V.35 port, and the connection will be a V.35 connection, the internal shunt must be moved from the RS232C (default) position prior to cabling and power-up.
  • Page 9 Place the unit on a flat, grounded surface. Pry the shunt out of the RS232 position, and insert it in the V.35 position. See Figure 5. Figure 5. Shunt Positions Note: if you wish to make changes to the 8-position DIP switch, do so at this time.
  • Page 10: Cabling Your Dsu Routefinder

    DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide Cabling your DSU RouteFinder Cabling your DSU RouteFinder involves making the proper Power, Command Port, and DSU connections, and optionally, the RS232/V.35 connection. Figure 6 shows the back panel connectors and associated cable connections. The procedure that follows lists the steps for connecting the external cables to your DSU RouteFinder.
  • Page 11: Cabling Procedure

    Cabling Procedure Step 1. Connect one end of the power supply to a live AC outlet and connect the other end to the DSU RouteFinder as shown in Figure 6. The power connector is a 6-pin circular DIN connector. 2. Connect the DSU RouteFinder to a PC using the RJ-45 to DB-9 (female) cable provided with your unit.
  • Page 12: Loading Your Software

    DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide Loading your Software The following loading procedure does not provide every screen or option in the process of installing the RouteFinder software. It is assumed that a technical person with a thorough knowledge of Windows and the software loading process is doing the installation.
  • Page 13 4. When the Welcome screen appears, press Enter or click Next> to continue. 5. Press Enter or click Next> to continue. 6. When the Select Program Folder dialog box appears, click (to the right of the text) on the Program Folders text box, then backspace through “| RASFinder”...
  • Page 14 DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide 7. The next dialog box enables you to designate the COM port of the PC that is connected to the DSU RouteFinder. On the Select Port field, click on the down arrow and choose the COM port of your PC (COM1 -- COM4) that is connected to the DSU RouteFinder.
  • Page 15 10. Click No to skip the upgrade process. The “Do you want to download default setup?” dialog box appears. 11. Click Yes to download the default setup. (Clicking on No prevents you from setting up the defaults and downloading them to the DSU RouteFinder; instead, you are returned to the program manager, where in Windows 95 you will see a window with shortcut icons for all the various utility programs in the software.)
  • Page 16 DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide 14. Router Name: If this is the only DSU RouteFinder on your network, you can use the default Router Name (MTROUTER); otherwise, you must assign a new Router Name in this field. The Router Name can be any printable ASCII string of up to 47 characters.
  • Page 17 16. WAN1 and WAN 2: Click the associated check box if one or the other is to be disabled; otherwise, leave the Enable checked and double-click the Network number text box and enter the WAN Network number. The WAN network numbers have to be assigned by the network administrator and must be unique throughout the entire internetwork.
  • Page 18 DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide 1 is selected on the 8-position DIP switch on the circuit board (External or DDS Clocking is the default). If WAN 1 is not on a Direct Connection or Leased Line, click that option to disable it, then enter your ISP’s phone number in the Dial Number field.
  • Page 19 The Writing Setup dialog box (with the current date and the file size in bytes) is displayed as the software sends the configuration file to the DSU RouteFinder. The Rebooting dialog box is displayed. 26. Check to ensure that the Fail LED on the DSU RouteFinder goes Off after the download is complete and the DSU RouteFinder is rebooted (the Rebooting dialog box goes away).
  • Page 20: Limited Warranty

    DSU RouteFinder Quick Start Guide Limited Warranty Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. (“MTS”) warrants that its products will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, or if proof of purchase is not provided, two years from date of shipment.
  • Page 21: Service

    Warranty, Service and Regulatory Information Service Multi-Tech has an excellent staff of technical support personnel available to help you get the most out of your Multi-Tech product. Refer to your DSU RouteFinder User Guide for Warranty and Service information. FCC Declaration...
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