Chapter 1: Overview; Application Module And Ipe Module - Nortel Meridian Meridian 1 Maintenance Manual

Chapter 1: Overview

Application Module and IPE Module

Meridian Link Release 5C/CCR Release 3C Diagnostic and Maintenance Guide
The Application Module (AM) is a subunit that fits into an Application
Equipment Module (AEM). It is an auxiliary application processor that
provides an interface between the AEM and the MeridianÊ1, and possibly
also a host computer, depending on the particular application running. The
interface between the Application Module and the Meridian 1 is the
Application Module Link (AML). The AML may also be referred to as a
Command and Status Link (CSL) in the Meridian 1.
The Intelligent Peripheral Equipment (IPE) Module is a subunit that fits
into an IPE shelf or Option 11 cabinet. The IPE Module also uses the AML
as the interface to the Meridian 1 system.
Diagnostic tools are provided on both the Meridian 1 and the Application
Module or IPE Module sides of the link. Tools on the Meridian 1 are
typically the X11 input/output programs (Loads or LDs). Tools on the
Application Module or IPE Module include commands and utilities
accessed through the system console, or a terminal attached through a
modem port or a TTY port (if available).
Note: If you configure the optional conshare capability available to
the Application Module and IPE Module, you can also access the
Meridian 1 from the Application Module or IPE Module system
console.
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