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Page 2: User Guide
Trademark of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. are MultiFRAD and the Multi-Tech logo. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft. Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. 2205 Woodale Drive Mounds View, Minnesota 55112 (612) 785-3500 or (800) 328-9717 Fax 612-785-9874 Tech Support (800) 972-2439 Fax-Back (612) 717-5888 Internet: http://www.multitech.com Tech Writer: brian@multitech.com... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Introduction ..............................6 Preview of this Guide ..........................6 Front Panel Description ..........................8 Back Panel Description ..........................10 Power Connector ..........................10 Frame Ground (GND) Connector ...................... 10 Internal Composite Link (T1 DSU) Connector ................... 10 Monitor (XMT/RCV) Connector ...................... - Page 4 Data Port Statistics ........................... 42 Frame Relay Statistics ........................43 WAN Port Setup ............................45 Point to Point Setup ..........................46 Frame Relay Setup ..........................47 Data Port Configuration ..........................52 Chapter 5 - Remote Configuration Introduction .............................. 54 Modem-Based Remote Configuration Procedure ..................54 LAN-Based Remote Configuration ......................
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Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction And Description
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Page 6: Introduction
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Introduction Welcome to Multi-Tech's new MultiFRAD 3000 series, model numbers 3060 and 3100, a Frame Relay Access Device (FRAD) that encapsulates non-packetized data streams from serial and LAN devices into frame relay frames. The MultiFRAD 3000-Series features six or ten synchronous or asynchronous data channels, an IP/IPX router, and a composite link that connects to a common carrier frame relay network service or private frame relay network. - Page 7 Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Chapter 5 - Remote Configuration This chapter provides procedures for changing the configuration of a remote MultiFRAD. Remote configuration allows you to change the configuration of a unit by simply connecting a PC with communications software to a remote MultiFRAD that has communications software and a modem connected to the command port.
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Page 8: Front Panel Description
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Front Panel Description The front panel of the MultiFRAD contains three main groups of LEDs that provide the information on the LAN connections, Voice/Fax channel activity (not currently available), and the general status of the MultiFRAD. The LED’s are as follows: Power. -
Page 9: Voice/Fax Channels
Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Voice/Fax Channels 1 - 8 Note: the Voice/Fax Channels are not currently supported. Foreign Exchange Station. This indicator lights when the voice/fax channel is configured for FXS operation. Foreign Exchange Office. This indicator lights when the voice/fax channel is configured for FXO operation. -
Page 10: Back Panel Description
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Back Panel Description The connectors are as follows: Power Connector The POWER connector is used to connect the external power supply to the MultiFRAD. The connector is a 6-pin circular DIN connector. Frame Ground (GND) Connector Use the GND connector to connect the MultiFRAD’s frame ground to the PBX’s frame ground when the MultiFRAD is configured for E&M operation. -
Page 11: Channels 3 - 10 Connectors
Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description Channels 3 - 10 Connectors These DB-25 female connectors are used to connect the MultiFRAD to channel devices. These connections can be to either asynchronous or HDLC synchronous RS232 data equipment such as multiplexers. Voice/Fax Channels 1 - 8 Connectors Note: the Voice/Fax connectors are not currently supported. -
Page 12: Technical Specifications
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Technical Specifications • Provides access to frame relay networks for SLIP, PPP, async and HDLC sync devices. • Trunk and Data ports may be configured as EIA-232 or V.35 • Trunk Speeds up to T1/E1 synchronous •... -
Page 13: Chapter 2 - Installation
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Page 14: Introduction
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Introduction This chapter will guide you through the unpacking and installation of your MultiFRAD. The installation procedure, which is preceded by important safety instructions, will provide step by step instruction on cabling and powering-on the MultiFRAD. Chapter 3 will provide instruction on loading and configuring the MultiFRAD software. -
Page 15: Cabling Your Multifrad 3000
Chapter 2 - Installation Cabling your MultiFRAD 3000 Cabling your MultiFRAD involves making the proper Power, Command Port, Ethernet, and Channel connections. Figure 3 shows the back panel connectors and the associated cable connections. The MF3060 supports up to 6 data channels and the MF3100 supports up to 10 data channels. The MF 3060 cannot be upgraded to support 10 channels. - Page 16 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Connect the MultiFRAD to a PC using an appropriate RS232 cable. Plug the male end of the cable into the Command Port on the back of the MultiFRAD and the other end into the pc’s serial port. See Figure 3. Connect one end of the power supply to a live AC outlet and connect the other end to the MultiFRAD as shown in Figure 3.
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Page 17: Chapter 3 - Software Loading And Configuration
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Page 18: Introduction
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Introduction This chapter will guide you through the installation and initial configuration of the MultiFRAD software included in your shipping box. Chapter 4 will provide a more detailed description of the software and it’s features. Loading your Software The following loading procedure does not provide every screen or option in the process of installing the MultiFRAD software. - Page 19 Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration You may choose the Destination Location of your MF3000 software or you can choose the default destination by clicking on the Next button. If you click on the Browse button you can choose from several. It is recommended to choose the default destination. Do you want to download default setup? dialog box is displayed.
- Page 20 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide If your network protocol is IPX, continue with the following steps. If you are not using IPX routing, click on IPX Routing Enable check box to disable IPX, then click on the OK button, and proceed to step 13. Router Name: You can use the default Router Name or you can assign a new Router Name in this field.
- Page 21 Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration To change the IP parameters, proceed to the next step. If you are not using IP routing, click on the IP Routing Enable check box to disable IP routing and proceed to step 20 (the WAN Ports Default Setup).
- Page 22 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide If your data device is an Asynchronous device, then click on Asynchronous check box, and set the Baud Rate by clicking on the Baud Rate down arrow and the drop down list box displays the baud rate. Also, select the Word Length, Parity, Stop Bits, etc. for your device. Refer to the user documentation for the parameters of the data device.
- Page 23 Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration Click on the OK button, the Frame Relay DLCI Default Setup dialog box is displayed with the all the groups active and your DLCI displayed in the DLCIs field. You can map a protocol stack and/or data port to a DLCI. To map this DLCI to a protocol stack, click on a protocol stack’s down arrow for each protocol that your LAN is using.
- Page 24 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide The Setup utility is "Ready to Download default setup Choose OK to proceed." Click on OK to proceed. Writing Setup dialog box is displayed as the setup configuration is written to the MultiFRAD. After the setup is written to the MultiFRAD, the unit is rebooted. Check to ensure that the BTG LED on the MultiFRAD is Off after the download is complete and the MultiFRAD is rebooted.
- Page 25 Chapter 3 - Software Loading and Configuration From the main Setup dialog box, click on the Frame Relay button. A Frame Relay dialog box stating “MultiFRAD has detected and added following DLCIs” is displayed. Click on the OK button. A second Frame Relay dialog box is displayed, stating “MultiFRAD has detected Management Type to be Annex A.
- Page 26 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Click on a DLCI that you want to map. The Mappings, Map Data Ports, and all the other groups become active. To map this DLCI to a protocol stack, click on a protocol stack’s down arrow for each protocol that your LAN is using.
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Page 27: Chapter 4 - Multifrad Software
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Page 28: Introduction
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Introduction This chapter describes the MultiFRAD 3000 software from an applications approach in how the configuration can be changed with recommendations on the impact of that change. The major configuration parameters were set during your loading of the software and downloading of your configuration at the end of the software installation. -
Page 29: Setup Menu
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software Setup Menu The MultiFRAD 3000-Series Setup menu consists of 12 buttons in which you can point and click, an Events window in the middle of the menu, and a status bar at the bottom of the menu. The 12 buttons allow you to display and change the protocol stacks, statistics, WAN port setup, Frame Relay parameters, data port configuration, enable applications such as SNMP Agent, Telnet Server, WEB Server, and assign a MultiFRAD password. -
Page 30: Ip Setup
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide IP Setup The IP Setup dialog box allows you change the IP routing capabilities, add or delete logical WANs, enable the DHCP relay agent, assign DNS address, and define default and static routes. The initial routing capabilities were established during the software installation. You can change IP routing parameters by clicking on the Advanced tab and changing, for example, the RIP Response Time or RIP Route Aging Time. - Page 31 Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software To add logical WAN in a frame relay configuration, click on the Add(+) button and the next WAN number is displayed in the List of Logical WANs window on the left side of the WAN dialog box. To delete the last logical WAN assigned, click on the Delete (-) button.
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Page 32: Ipx Setup
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide IPX Setup The IPX Setup dialog box controls the four frame types, the WAN ports setup, and the advanced tab enables IPX routing, auto learn of Ethernet network numbers, and the distributed name of the MultiFRAD. The RIP and SAP default timers should not have to be changed for most applications. - Page 33 Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software The IPX WAN network number has to be the same on both ends of the link and must be unique throughout the internetwork. If the WAN port is configured in a point to point configuration, both WAN network numbers have to be the same and unique.
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Page 34: Spanning Tree Setup
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Spanning Tree Setup The Spanning Tree Setup dialog box controls transparent bridging when the Bridging option is enabled or if there are any loops or redundant links in the internetwork, then Spanning Tree Algorithm option must be used. Spanning Tree is a method of transparent bridging, as opposed to source route bridging which the MultiFRAD does not support. -
Page 35: Statistics
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software Statistics The Statistics dialog box allows you to view statistics on the major events of the MultiFRAD. The Statistic dialog box changes depending on the way the WAN port is configured. If the MultiFRAD is configured in a point-to-point configuration, the button to the right of the WAN changes to PPP and the DLCI button will be grayed out. -
Page 36: Ip Statistics
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide IP Statistics IP is a connection-less network protocol that resides in the network layer of a conventional OSI layered model (for more information on this model, refer to Appendix C). Depending on what is going on at the application layer, IP will typically use one of two transport layer protocols. User Datagram Protocol (UDP), a connection-less transport layer protocol used with TFTP or SNMP;... -
Page 37: Ipx Port Statistics
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software IPX Port Statistics The IPX Port Statistics dialog box displays information pertaining to the IPX Port, for example, the frame type used or the number of packets transmitted/received. IPX is a network layer protocol that is usually associated with Novell Netware networks. -
Page 38: Stp (Spanning Tree) Port Statistics
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide STP (Spanning Tree) Port Statistics The STP (Spanning Tree) Port Statistics dialog box displays information regarding the selected STP port, for example, the number of frames discarded or forwarded. Spanning Tree transParent (STP) bridging is the method of bridging used by the MultiFRAD as specified in IEEE 802.1d standard. -
Page 39: Snmp Statistics
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software SNMP Statistics The SNMP Statistics dialog box provides statistical information on Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). SNMP is an application layer protocol that facilitates the exchange of management information between network devices. There are three key components in SNMP: the devices that are to be managed, agents, and the network management systems. -
Page 40: Wan Statistics
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide WAN Statistics The WAN Statistics dialog box provides statistical information regarding the MultiFRAD’s WAN port, including the number of packets transmitted/received, and total bytes transmitted/received. The WAN Port Statistics dialog box pertains to the traffic on the MultiFRAD’s composite link (WAN) port. -
Page 41: Ppp Statistics
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software PPP Statistics The PPP Statistics dialog box provides statistical information related to Point-to-Pint Protocol (PPP). For example, this dialog box displays the current protocol and compression methods enabled. The statistics in this dialog box will only apply when you are accessing your network remotely with a PPP client. -
Page 42: Data Port Statistics
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Data Port Statistics The Data Port Statistics dialog box displays statistical information, such as bytes or blocks received/ transmitted, for the various data ports. This window shows the statistics for all data channels. By highlighting and double clicking on a particualr port, you can view the individual channel statistics, as well as various hardware signals (CTS, RTS, DSR, DCD, DTR) and XON/XOFF status. -
Page 43: Frame Relay Statistics
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software Frame Relay Statistics The Frame Relay Management Statistics dialog box can be a useful tool for troubleshooting MultiFRAD installations and monitoring the performance of active links, and determining if the MultiFRAD is talking to the provider’s switch. The Polling Details section lists the various management frames sent and received. - Page 44 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide The DLCI Statistics dialog box shows the individual DLCI status and statistics. This information can be helpful in determining if the DLCI is active, if it is going up and down, and if the MultiFRAD is experiencing frame relay network congestion (FECN/BECN).
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Page 45: Wan Port Setup
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software WAN Port Setup The WAN Port Setup dialog box controls how the port is configured (i.e., frame relay or point-to- point). If the WAN port is configured for frame relay, then the mode of the port is synchronous. If the port is configured for point-to-point, then the mode can be either synchronous or asynchronous. -
Page 46: Point To Point Setup
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Point to Point Setup The Point to Point Setup dialog box controls the WAN port protocol, dial on demand, and remote port setup. The WAN port protocol can be either Point to Point Protocol (PPP) or Serial Line Internet Protocol (SLIP). -
Page 47: Frame Relay Setup
Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software Frame Relay Setup The Frame Relay dialog box displays the CIR Measurement Interval in milliseconds, the Management Type and details of that management type, and the number of DLCI’s that are active. The MultiFRAD can detect DLCIs and the Management Type when you are connected to an active frame relay service. - Page 48 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide If you click on the DLCI button on the right side of the dialog box, the Frame Relay DLCI dialog box is displayed. If you have connected to a frame relay service, this dialog box should display your current DLCI numbers automatically.
- Page 49 Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software When a DLCI has just been detected, or if you have just made a new DLCI, it has not yet been mapped to a protocol address or a data port. The default Congestion Management, mode, CIR, and Be are displayed.
- Page 50 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide To map a new DLCI (e.g., 17) to a protocol, return to the Main Menu and then click on the protocol stack that you are using. In the lower left part of the protocol stack dialog box a list of Logical WANs is displayed.
- Page 51 Chapter 4 - MultiFRAD Software We now have WAN IP address 200.2.11.1 from the IP protocol stack mapped to DLCI 17. Let’s say we also want to map a data channel to DLCI 17. The data ports that are already mapped to other DLCIs are grayed out.
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Page 52: Data Port Configuration
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Data Port Configuration The Data Port Configuration dialog box allows you to change the parameters of the data transferred between the data device and the MultiFRAD. The MultiFRAD can transfer data between the data device and MultiFRAD in either a synchronous or asynchronous mode. If your data device is an asynchronous device, choose the Configure Asynchronous option and configure the MultiFRAD to match your device. -
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Page 54: Introduction
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Introduction This chapter provides procedures for changing the configuration of a remote unit. Remote configuration allows a PC at one site (local site) to dial a remote MultiFRAD and change the configuration of that remote unit. Remote configuration can be accomplished either directly through the LAN or remotely using modems. - Page 55 Chapter 5 - Remote Configuration In the Dial String field, enter the AT command for dialing (ATDT) plus the phone number of the remote MultiFRAD. If your Modem Initialization String, Initialization Response, or Connect Response values are different than the defaults in the dialog box, refer to your modem user documentation and change the default values to match your modem.
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Page 56: Lan-Based Remote Configuration
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide LAN-Based Remote Configuration Windows Sockets Compliant TCP/IP Stack The configuration program requires a Windows Sockets compliant TCP/IP stack. Microsoft provides a TCP/IP stack free for Windows for Workgroups 3.11. TCP/IP protocol software must be installed and functional before the configuration program can be used. - Page 57 Chapter 5 - Remote Configuration The MultiFRAD Setup dialog box is then displayed. This is the dialog box of the remote MultiFRAD. You can select any of the Protocol Stacks, Device drivers, or other buttons and change the configuration of the remote MultiFRAD. Refer Chapter 4 for a description of the MultiFRAD software.
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Page 59: Chapter 6 - Router Management
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Page 60: Introduction
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Introduction A typical Telnet client application, and typical WEB-browser management of the MultiFRAD are described in this chapter. The MultiFRAD has a built-in Telnet Server for access through Telnet clients. A typical Telnet client is allowed to configure the MultiFRAD and its data ports. In addition, the MultiFRAD can be remotely accessed and configured from anywhere on the internet through its WEB interface. -
Page 61: Multifrad Configuration
Chapter 6 - Router Management MultiFRAD Configuration The MultiFRAD Configuration option allows you to view and change parameters on the protocol stacks, high and low level device drivers, enable or disable the supported servers, configure MUX data ports, set up filtering and priority, or view system information. To select an option, enter the number of the option and hit the Enter key. -
Page 62: Web Browser Management
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide WEB Browser Management The MultiFRAD can be accessed from anywhere on the connected internet via the built-in WEB Browser interface. You must check this option in Other setup to enable the function. Depending on the rights of the user (read/write, or read only), it is possible to view the current parameters and statistics of the MultiFRAD as well as configure and download setup changes to the MultiFRAD. - Page 63 Chapter 6 - Router Management Note: the first user to access the MultiFRAD will have read/write rights over the unit. All subsequent users will have read only rights, and therefore, some of the options within the WEB interface will be inactive (i.e., will not be linked).
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Page 65: Chapter 7 - Warranty, Service And Tech Support
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Page 66: Introduction
MTS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL ITS LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS. On-line Warranty Registration If you would like to register your MultiFRAD electronically, you can do so at the following address: http://www.multitech.com/support/register.htm... -
Page 67: Tech Support
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Page 68: Service
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Service If your tech support specialist decides that service is required, your MultiFRAD may be sent (freight prepaid) to our factory. Return shipping charges will be paid by Multi-Tech Systems. Include the following with your MultiFRAD: •... -
Page 69: To Download A File
Chapter 7 - Warranty, Service and Tech Support To Download a file If you know the file name From the Main Menu, type F to access the Files Menu, then type D. Enter the name of the file you wish to download from the BBS. If a password is required, enter the password. -
Page 70: About Compuserve
About the Internet Multi-Tech is a commercial user on the Internet, and we retrieve messages from our customers on a periodic basis. Multi-Tech’s presence includes a Web site at: http://www.multitech.com and an ftp site at: ftp://ftp.multitech.com About the Multi-Tech Fax-Back Service Multi-Tech’s fax-back system provides 24-hour access to sales, marketing, and technical literature. -
Page 71: Appendices
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Page 72: Appendix A - Cabling Diagrams
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Appendix A - Cabling Diagrams Command Port Cable 21 20 PIN NO. PIN NO. TRANSMIT DATA (BA) RECEIVE DATA (BB) Device (Terminal Device To COMMAND PORT i.e. ASCII Connector Terminal) SIGNAL GROUND (AB) LAN Cables 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10BASE-T 10Base-T (RJ-45) Circuit Signal Name... -
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Appendix A - Cabling Diagrams Trunk Cable 21 20 RS232C/V.24 * Link Cable PIN NO. PIN NO. CHASSIS GROUND (AA) TRANSMIT DATA (BA) To MultiRouter RECEIVE DATA (BB) External Link 1,2 or 3 REQUEST TO SEND (CA) Synchronous RS232C/V.35 CLEAR TO SEND (CB) Modem/DSU Connector Connector... - Page 74 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Remote Configuration Cable PIN NO. PIN NO. FRAME GROUND TRANSMIT DATA (TX) RECEIVE DATA (RX) Device REQUEST TO SEND (RTS) (Communication Device CLEAR TO SEND (CTS) COMMAND PORT i.e. Modem) Connector SIGNAL GROUND Male Male...
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Page 75: Appendix B - Regulatory Information
Appendix B - Regulatory Information Appendix B - Regulatory Information Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial installation. -
Page 76: Appendix C - Network Overview
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Appendix C - Network Overview Network architecture defines how computer equipment and other devices are linked together to form a communications system that allows users to share information and resources. There are proprietary network architectures and open architectures like the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model defined by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). - Page 77 Appendix C - Network Overview The transport layer provides a high level of control for moving information between systems, including more sophisticated error handling, prioritization, and security features. It provides quality service and accurate delivery by providing connection-oriented services between two end systems. The transport layer controls the sequence of packets, regulates traffic flow, and recognizes duplicate packets.
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Page 78: Network Address
MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide In general, a packet is a collection of information that contains data (payload) and headers (pilot). Headers include the source and destination address as well as control information to handle errors and keep packets flowing properly. Each packet is a separate block of information that can have a different destination address, and in some cases, different sizes. -
Page 79: Ip Addressing
Appendix C - Network Overview IP Addressing Every node on an IP network requires a 4-byte numeric address that identifies both a network and a local host or node on the network. This address is written as four numbers separated by dots, for example, 148.1.9.1. - Page 80 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide...
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Page 81: Glossary
Glossary... - Page 82 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Access: The T1 line element made up of two pairs of wire that the telephone company brings to the customer premises. The Access portion ends with a connection at the local telco (LEC or RBOC). Accunet Spectrum of Digital Services (ASDS): The AT&T 56K bps leased (private) line service. Similar to services of MCI and Sprint.
- Page 83 Glossary 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). Basic Rate Interface (BRI): An ISDN access interface type comprised of two B-channels each at 64K bps and one D-channel at 64K bps (2B+D).
- Page 84 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide 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". Channel: A data communications path between two computer devices. Can refer to a physical medium (e.g., UTP or coax), or to a specific carrier frequency.
- Page 85 Glossary Data Service Unit (DSU): A device that provides a digital data service interface directly to the data terminal equipment. The DSU provides loop equalization, remote and local testing capabilities, and a standard EIA/CCITT interface. Dedicated Line: A communication line that is not switched. The term leased line is more common. Default: This is a preset value or option in software packages, or in hardware configuration, that is used unless you specify otherwise.
- Page 86 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Excess Zeros: A T1 error condition that is logged when more than 15 consecutive 0s or less than one 1 bit in 16 bits occurs. Exchange: A unit (public or private) that can consist of one or more central offices established to serve a specified area. An exchange typically has a single rate of charges (tariffs) that has previously been approved by a regulatory group.
- Page 87 Glossary Frame Relay Forum: A non-profit organization of 300+ vendors and service providers, based in Foster City, CA, that are developing and deploying frame relay equipment. Frame Relay Implementors Forum: A group of companies supporting a common specification for frame relay connection to link customer premises equipment to telco network equipment.
- Page 88 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide ISA (Industry Standards Architecture) (pronounced "ice a"): The classic 8 or 16-bit architecture introduced with IBM's PC-AT computer. ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network): An International telecommunications standard for transmitting voice, video and data over a digital communications line. ISDN is a world-wide telecommunications service that uses digital transmission and switching technology to support voice and digital data communications.
- Page 89 Glossary Long Haul: The T1 element that connects to the Access portion of the long distance company's (LDC's) central office. The LDC is commonly called the point of presence (POP). Each LDC has a number of POPs, located throughout the country. The LDC is also called an IEC (Inter Exchange Carrier).
- Page 90 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Outage: The measure of the time during which a circuit is not available for use due to service interrupt. Outage is the complement of circuit "availability" (100% minus % available = % outage). Out-of-band: Signaling that is separated from the channel carrying the information (i.e., the voice/data/video signal is separate from the carrier signal).
- Page 91 Glossary Pulse dialing: One of two methods of dialing a telephone, usually associated with rotary-dial phones. Compare with "tone dialing". Quantizing: The process of analog-to- digital conversion by assigning a range, from the contiguous analog values, to a discrete number. Random Access Memory (RAM): A computer's primary workspace.
- Page 92 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Signaling: The process of establishing, maintaining, accounting for, and terminating a connection between two endpoints (e.g., the user premises and the telco CO). Central office signals to the user premises can include ringing, dial tone, speech signals, etc. Signals from the user's telephone can include off-hook, dialing, speech to far-end party, and on-hook signals.
- Page 93 Glossary T1 Mux: A device used to carry many sources of data on a T1 line. The T1 mux assigns each data source to distinct DS0 time slots within the T1 signal. Wide bandwidth signals take more than one time slot. Normal voice traffic or 56/64K bps data channels take one time slot.
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Page 95: Index
Index Index About CompuServe ............................70 About the Internet ............................70 About the Multi-Tech Fax-Back Service ......................70 Back Panel Description ..........................10 BBS68 Cable Connections ............................15 Cabling Diagrams ............................72 Cabling Procedure ............................15 CompuServe ..............................70 Connectors Channels 1 &... - Page 96 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide IP Addressing ............................... 79 IP Setup ................................ 30 IP Statistics ..............................36 IPX Port Statistics ............................37 IPX Setup ..............................32 LED's BTG ................................8 Channels 1 and 2 ............................8 RCV ................................ 8 V35 ................................8 XMT ................................
- Page 97 Index Packet ................................77 Point to Point Setup ............................46 PPP Statistics ............................... 41 Recording MultiFRAD Information ........................ 67 Regulatory Information ..........................75 Remote Configuration ........................... 54 LAN-Based ............................... 56 Modem-Based ............................54 Remote User Database ..........................61 Safety Warnings ............................14 Service .................................
- Page 98 MultiFRAD 3000-Series User Guide Electrical/Physical ............................. 12 EtherNet Port ............................12 Requirement ............................. 12 Telnet Cient ................................. 60 MultiFRAD Configuration .......................... 61 Remote User Database ..........................61 Server Menu ............................. 60 Unpacking your MultiFRAD 3000 ......................... 14 WAN Port Setup ............................45 WAN Statistics ..............................
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