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Nortel CM 100 Release Note

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Release Notes for the
CM 100 V2.1
Version 2.1
305471-B Rev 02
July 1999

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  • Page 1 Release Notes for the CM 100 V2.1 Version 2.1 305471-B Rev 02 July 1999...
  • Page 2 Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro- tection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communi- cations.
  • Page 3 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Nortel Networks reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. Nortel Networks does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 4 Software is provided will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of 90 days from the date Software is first shipped to Licensee. Nortel Networks will replace defective media at no charge if it is returned to Nortel Networks during the warranty period along with proof of the date of shipment.
  • Page 5 Licensee will immediately destroy or return to Nortel Networks the Software, user manuals, and all copies. Nortel Networks is not liable to Licensee for damages in any form solely by reason of the termination of this license. 8. Export and Re-export. Licensee agrees not to export, directly or indirectly, the Software or related technical data or information without first obtaining any required export licenses or other governmental approvals.
  • Page 6 CM 100 Release Notes 305471-B Rev 02...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    About This Document Before You Begin ... ix Customer Service ... x How to Get Help ... x Conventions Used in This Document ... xi Acronyms ...xii Technical Publications ...xii Associated Documents ...xiii Release Notes Product Description ...1-1 Software Requirements ...1-1 Hardware Requirements ...1-1 Restrictions ...1-2 Upgrade Recommendations ...1-2...
  • Page 8 CM 100 Release Notes viii 305471-B Rev 02...

  • Page 9: About This Document

    Product: Date: Distribution: Software Version: BEFORE YOU BEGIN Before using this document, you should be familiar with RF measuring equipment, data over cable TV system installation procedures, the Cable Modem Provisioning Server, and general RF cable plant operating methods. You should also be familiar with an SNMP manager. 305471-B Rev 02 About This Document Software V2.1...

  • Page 10: Customer Service

    You can purchase a support contract from your Nortel Networks distributor or authorized reseller, or directly from Nortel Networks Services. For information about, or to purchase a Nortel Networks service contract, either call your local Nortel Networks field sales office or one of the fol- lowing numbers: Telephone...

  • Page 11: Conventions Used In This Document

    Telephone Region United States 800-2LANWAN* and Canada (978-916-3700) Europe 33-4-92-96-69-68 * For cable modems and cable modem family products, use Express Rout- ing Code 174. CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS DOCUMENT Italic text screen text Indicates data that appears on the screen. 305471-B Rev 02 Fax number number...

  • Page 12: Acronyms

    ACRONYMS DOCSIS SNMP TFTP TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS You can now print technical manuals and release notes free, directly from the Internet. Go to support.baynetworks.com/library. At the bottom of the screen that comes up, select Versalar products and select the product for which you desire information.

  • Page 13: Associated Documents

    ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS Refer to the following documents for further information: • Getting Started with the CM 100 is directed at the end user, this document provides operating and installation instructions for the CM 100 Cable Modem. • Installing the CMTS 1000 provides installation instructions for the CMTS 1000 Cable Modem Termination System and its supporting provisioning server and SNMP management software.
  • Page 14 Release Notes for the CM 100 305471-B Rev 02...

  • Page 15: Release Notes

    The Cable Modem 100 delivers the data forwarding and filtering capabilities required by the most demanding applications. SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS DOCSIS LCn Provisioning Server by Nortel Networks, Broadband Technology Division, or an equivalent DOCSIS-compliant provisioning system. HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS Ethernet cable (maximum length of 10 feet with RJ 45 connector).

  • Page 16: Restrictions

    Release Notes for the CM 100 Restrictions The equipment has an international auto-ranging internal power supply which allows it to be powered from any 100–120, 220–240 VAC (50-60 Hz) source. UPGRADE RECOMMENDATIONS • Read software upgrade “readme” file for latest released software upgrade information.

  • Page 17: Upgrade Procedure Summary

    Upgrade Procedure Summary There are six basic steps to perform an upgrade to a CM 100 using a standard SNMP manager. 1. Verify contents of upgrade package. 2. Configure TFTP file server. 3. Initiate upgrade process. 4. Upgrade and compile the latest cable modem SNMP MIB.

  • Page 18: Step #3: Initiate Upgrade Process

    Release Notes for the CM 100 Step #3: Initiate Upgrade Process Software Upgrade via SNMP Use the following procedure to upgrade a CM 100 using an SNMP manager. 1. Select cable modem device to be upgraded. 2. Select the DocsDev MIB Object ID.

  • Page 19: New Features

    NEW FEATURES Software Upgrade Integrity Check The Cycle Redundancy Check is being verified during software upgrade, in addition to being checked on system start up. Log Messages If a CM declines a DHCP offer, it now logs the reason. PROBLEMS FIXED The following problems were discovered in Release 2.0 of the CMTS and corrected.
  • Page 20 Release Notes for the CM 100 305471-B Rev 02...
  • Page 21 W h a t d o y o u thin k o f this d o c u m e n t? Y o u r c om m e n ts a nd s u g ge s tio ns w ill he lp u s to im p ro v e th e q ua lity an d u s e fuln es s of ou r pu b lic a tio n s .
  • Page 22 DO NOT CUT - FOLD HERE AND TAPE DO NOT CUT - FOLD HERE AND TAPE ARRIS ARRIS A Nortel Networks /ANTEC Venture A Nortel Networks /ANTEC Venture 200 Bulfinch Drive 200 Bulfinch Drive Andover, MA 01810 Andover, MA 01810...
  • Page 24 Printed in USA...

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