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  • Page 1 Eicon 1550/1551 WAN Router User’s Guide www.eicon.com...
  • Page 2 9800 Cavendish Blvd. Montreal, Quebec Canada H4M 2V9 Eicon Networks Corporation may use or distribute whatever information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligations to you. Eicon Networks Corporation is a business unit of i-data international a-s.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setup ......................12 System Requirements ......................13 Step 1: Connect the Cables ....................14 Step 2: Log in to the Eicon 1550/1551................... 16 Step 3: Select the VHSI Protocol ................... 19 Step 4: Create Profiles......................20 Step 5: Modify Other Settings ....................23 Step 6: Reset the Device and Test WAN Access..............
  • Page 4 Web Interface Settings Glossary ..............71 System Menu ......................... 72 Connection Menu........................74 Connection Menu > Connection Group (PPP)............... 75 Connection Menu > Connection Group (X.25)............... 77 Connection Menu > Connection Group (Frame Relay) ........................79 Connection Menu > IP Group ....................80 Connection Menu >...
  • Page 5 Selecting an Interface Cable ..............129 Interface Cables available from Eicon Networks Corporation..........130 Interface Cable Specifications ..................... 131 The V.24 Interface........................ 133 The V.35 Interface........................ 135 The EIA-530 Interface......................137 The V.36/RS-449 Interface....................139 The X.21 Interface ....................... 141 Configuration Worksheets ................ 142 X.25 Line Subscription Worksheet..................

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Overview ......................7 Package Contents ..................8 Specifications ....................9...

  • Page 7: Overview

    VHSI port and the actual board configuration, and then selects the matching interface. The Eicon 1550/1551 is equipped with four Ethernet ports. You may connect up to four network devices (computers, printers, etc.) and in doing so, create your own local area network.

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Selecting an Interface Cable page 129). Note: The blue cable is a straight-through Ethernet cable and is used to connect the Eicon 1550/1551 to a single computer. To connect to a network hub, a crossover cable (not included) is required.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Hardware Features • VHSI (Very High Speed Interface) synchronous port • ISDN port (for backup purposes) (Eicon 1551 only) • Four-port 10BaseT Ethernet hub (RJ45) • Console port (DB9 V.24 serial interface) • Power jack • Hard Reset button •...
  • Page 10 Indicator Lights • Power status • VHSI port status • Ethernet port status (four) and collision detection • ISDN B-channel status (B1 and B2 on one light) (Eicon 1551 only) • ISDN D-channel status (Eicon 1551 only) • ISDN Link status (Eicon 1551 only) •...
  • Page 11 • Quickstart Guide • Eicon 1550/1551 CD-ROM (contains utilities, documentation) • Country-specific power adapter Note: VHSI cables are not included with your Eicon 1550/1551. Cables can be ordered from Eicon Networks, or you can build your own (see Interface Cable Specifications on page 131).

  • Page 12: Setup

    Setup System Requirements................. 13 Step 1: Connect the Cables................ 14 Step 2: Log in to the Eicon 1550/1551 ............16 Step 3: Select the VHSI Protocol ............... 19 Step 4: Create Profiles ................20 Step 5: Modify Other Settings ..............23 Step 6: Reset the Device and Test WAN Access ........

  • Page 13: System Requirements

    Web Browser Requirements The Eicon 1550/1551 is configured via web pages stored on the device itself. To access the web interface, you must have Netscape Navigator 4 or Microsoft Internet Explorer 4, or later versions.

  • Page 14: Step 1: Connect The Cables

    You can then connect up to three other LAN devices. Your Eicon 1550/1551 package includes one Ethernet cable (the blue cable). This is a standard, straight-through cable. If you plan to connect more than one computer to the Eicon 1550/1551, you will need to acquire a separate standard Ethernet cable for each piece of equipment.
  • Page 15 When connected, the Power indicator light (on the front of the device) should turn on. Connect your VHSI cable. Connect the appropriate end of the cable to the VHSI port of the Eicon 1550/1551 then connect the other end to your modem or leased line connector.

  • Page 16: Step 2: Log In To The Eicon 1550/1551

    Step 2: Log in to the Eicon 1550/1551 Whenever you wish to change settings on the Eicon 1550/1551, you must first log in using a web browser, as shown below. Launch your web browser. Click ‘File’, ‘Open’, then enter the following IP address: 192.168.1.1...
  • Page 17 The main menu should appear, as shown below. Step 3: Select the VHSI Protocol on page 19. Troubleshooting If you cannot access the ‘Log in’ page: • Verify that all cables are connected properly. The power and Ethernet lights should be on.
  • Page 18 • Internet Explorer previous to version 5: – From the ‘View’ menu, select ‘Internet Options’, then click the ‘Connection’ tab. – Verify that ‘Connect to the internet using a local area network’ is enabled. – Verify that the ‘Proxy Server’ option is disabled. •...

  • Page 19: Step 3: Select The Vhsi Protocol

    Step 3: Select the VHSI Protocol Before you begin creating connection profiles, including any backup profiles, you should verify the protocol setting for the VHSI port (set to ‘X.25’ by default). This is due to the fact that all connection profiles are deleted when the protocol is changed. Note: Configuration settings can be saved to a file on your hard drive.

  • Page 20: Step 4: Create Profiles

    Step 4: Create Profiles Settings for particular connections are contained in profiles on the Eicon 1550/1551. Note: When you change protocols for the VHSI interface, all profile information is lost. To avoid having to re-enter configuration information, choose the protocol first, as described in...
  • Page 21 The settings for your new profile will be displayed, along with configuration parameters. The parameters available will differ depending on the protocol used. For more information, see Creating and Editing Profiles on page 49. Make the required changes to the profile. Be sure to scroll down and inspect all parameters.
  • Page 22 Limits on Creating Profiles If the VHSI protocol is set to X.25, you can create up to 32 connection profiles. When set to Frame Relay, you can create up to eight connection profiles. When using PPP as the VHSI port protocol, you may only create one profile. Note: It is not recommended to mix Frame Relay and X.25 profiles.

  • Page 23: Step 5: Modify Other Settings

    Step 5: Modify Other Settings Changes that you have made thus far do not take effect until you reset the device. However, it is strongly recommended that you check other device settings to ensure that they correspond to your network situation. Specifically, you should inspect the following pages: •...
  • Page 24 • Clicking a setting name displays context-sensitive help. Online help window What’s Next? Step 6: Reset the Device and Test WAN Access on page 25. Setup...

  • Page 25: Step 6: Reset The Device And Test Wan Access

    IP address) and that you have restarted your computer. If you cannot access the ‘Log in’ page again, follow the instructions and suggestions given in Troubleshooting page 17. What’s Next? • To learn more about your Eicon 1550/1551, see Using your Eicon 1550/1551 page 38. Setup...

  • Page 26: Creating A Backup Profile

    Creating a Backup Profile The ISDN port on the Eicon 1551 is designed to act as a backup connection in case the VHSI connection is unavailable. However, any profile, including a separate VHSI connection profile, can act as a backup for any other profile. The following example demonstrates a simple scenario on the Eicon 1551.

  • Page 27: Isdn Port Setup

    ISDN Port Setup This section describes how to configure the ISDN port on the Eicon 1551. This port was designed to act as a backup port in case the main VHSI connection becomes unavailable. Connecting the ISDN Cable The gray cable included with your Eicon 1551 package is used to connect the ISDN port to your ISDN wall jack (or NT-1, depending on how your ISDN line is set up).
  • Page 28 Click the ‘ISDN Port’ link to bring up the ‘ISDN Port Parameters’ page. Specify the switch type. Enter your ISDN phone numbers in the ‘Numbers’ area. If you only have one number, enter it in both number fields. If you know the billing intervals for your ISDN line, enter them in the appropriate fields. The ‘Initial Billing Interval’...
  • Page 29 Configuring the ISDN Protocol The connection protocol, set to ‘PPP’ by default, governs the rules by which ISDN channels are enabled and disabled. For more information on these settings, see ISDN Menu > Protocols on page 124. Expand the ‘ISDN Port’ group of settings by clicking on the small ‘+’ Click on the ‘Protocol’...

  • Page 30: Lan Setup

    To do this, you must use an Ethernet crossover cable (not included) to connect your hub to any of the four Ethernet ports on the Eicon 1550/1551. You can also use a standard Ethernet cable if your hub has an uplink or cascade port.
  • Page 31 Forcing a New IP Address Request using Windows If you are using the Eicon 1550/1551 as a DHCP server on your LAN, or if you have connected the Eicon 1550/1551 to a single computer, restarting will force your computer to acquire a new IP address.
  • Page 32 Ethernet cable (included). To see if the Ethernet connection is working, check that the appropriate Ethernet light on the Eicon 1550/1551 is on (the power adapters for both devices must be plugged in). Change your IP settings as described in Important Points on page 30.
  • Page 33 1550/1551. To do this, click the ‘+’ next to ‘IP’, click ‘DHCP’, modify the appropriate fields, and click ‘Save’. If this is not done, the Eicon 1550/1551 may assign an IP address that is not on the same subnet as the LAN IP address, and the Eicon 1550/1551 will not be accessible over the LAN.
  • Page 34 Note: The Eicon 1550/1551 automatically de-activates its own DHCP server if an existing DHCP server is detected. To re-activate this feature, remove the existing server from the LAN and reset the Eicon 1550/1551. To disable the DHCP server: In the menu, click the ‘+’ next to ‘IP’, then click ‘DHCP’ from the submenu.

  • Page 35: Changing Tcp/Ip Settings To Dhcp

    Eicon 1550/1551. Note: If you do not want to use the Eicon 1550/1551’s DHCP feature, you must change the IP address of your computer to 192.168.1.2, or 192.168.1.3, etc., as the default IP address of the Eicon 1550/1551 is 192.168.1.1.
  • Page 36 The following procedure describes how to install TCP/IP on Windows NT 4.0. Note that if you have more than one Ethernet adapter installed on your system, you must only change the settings for the adapter used by the Eicon 1550/1551. lick ‘Start’, ‘Settings’, ‘Control Panel’.

  • Page 37: Technical Support

    Technical Support To obtain technical support for Eicon Networks Corporation products, visit our web site http://www.eicon.com/support/ For the latest information on the Eicon 1550/1551, visit: http://www.eicon.com/wan1550/ http://www.eicon.com/wan1551/ For customer service, contact your Eicon Networks Corporation supplier. Setup...

  • Page 38: Using Your Eicon 1550/1551

    Using your Eicon 1550/1551 This section provides a general introduction to configuring and using your Eicon 1550/1551. More specific information on the Eicon 1550/1551’s features are found later in this guide. Ports ......................39 Indicator Lights ................... 40 Resetting the Device via the Reset Button ..........

  • Page 39: Ports

    VHSI Port electrical outlet. Used for connecting the Eicon 1550/1551 to the external network. *For more information on using the Console Port, refer to the “Command Line Interface Reference Guide” located on the Eicon 1550/1551 CD-ROM. Using your Eicon 1550/1551...

  • Page 40: Indicator Lights

    Indicator Lights The following diagram describes the behavior of the indicator lights on the Eicon 1550/1551. Note that the ISDN lights apply only to the Eicon 1551. Power Light VHSI Light B Lights Solid green: Power adapter OFF: No call activity If you are using X.25...

  • Page 41: Resetting The Device Via The Reset Button

    Note: This procedure will return the default IP address of the Eicon 1550/1551 to 192.168.1.1. If you changed the IP address of the Eicon 1550/1551 from this default setting, you will need to use the default IP address 192.168.1.1 to access the configuration menu.

  • Page 42: Accessing The Configuration Menu

    Accessing the Configuration Menu The Eicon 1550/1551 Configuration Pages allow you to manage the configuration and operation of the Eicon 1550/1551. You can also view status information and perform maintenance tasks like updating the firmware. Note: Only one user can access the configuration pages at a time.
  • Page 43 Saving configuration settings and resetting the device Most pages in the configuration interface have a ‘Save’ button. When you click this button, your changes are saved to the Eicon 1550/1551. ‘Save’ button You must click ‘save’ before moving to another page.

  • Page 44: Getting Help

    However, for the saved changes to take effect, you must reset the Eicon 1550/1551. You can do this by clicking the ‘Reset Device’ button on the main menu, or you can press the reset button on the device itself (see...

  • Page 45: Upgrading Firmware Via A Web Browser

    The maintenance menu appears with two options, ‘Firmware’ and ‘Configuration’. Click ‘Firmware’ to display the ‘Firmware Maintenance’ page. To save a copy of the Eicon 1550/1551’s current firmware to disk, click ‘Backup’. This is done in case you encounter problems installing or using the new firmware.

  • Page 46: Saving And Resetting Configuration Settings

    Note: If you changed the LAN IP address of the Eicon 1550/1551 from its default setting of 192.168.1.1, you will lose contact with the web configuration interface after the reset is complete. This is because the reset will return the Eicon 1550/1551 to its default of 192.168.1.1.

  • Page 47: Changing The Vhsi Port Protocol

    Changing the VHSI Port Protocol The Eicon 1550/1551 uses profiles to make individual connections. However, the connection profiles depend on the protocol chosen for the VHSI port. When you change the VHSI port protocol, all profiles are erased. Therefore, it is very important to select the VHSI port protocol first, before creating or modifying connection profiles.
  • Page 48 For your settings to take effect, click the ‘Reset Device’ button at the top of the window. However, you may wish to modify other VHSI settings first, as well as create connection profiles (see Creating and Editing Profiles on page 49 for more information). Using your Eicon 1550/1551...

  • Page 49: Creating And Editing Profiles

    Creating and Editing Profiles Settings for particular connections are contained in profiles on the Eicon 1550/1551. However, when you change protocols for the VHSI interface, all profile information is lost. To avoid having to re-enter configuration information, choose the protocol first, as...
  • Page 50 To delete a profile, select the profile from the list, then click ‘Delete’. To edit an existing profile, select the radio button to the left of the profile name and click “edit’. For your settings to take effect, click the ‘Reset Device’ button at the bottom of the window. Using your Eicon 1550/1551...

  • Page 51: Security

    Security Security Features Summary............... 52 System Password..................54 Automatic Log Out ..................55 Network Address Translation (NAT) ............56 Remote Management .................. 59 Authentication (PPP only) ................61 Manual Dialing ..................... 62 Custom Security Features using IP Filters ..........63...

  • Page 52: Security Features Summary

    Eicon 1550/1551 provides a comprehensive range of security features. This section explains how to use and configure each feature for optimal protection of your systems. This table lists all security features offered by the Eicon 1550/1551, and their default settings. Feature...
  • Page 53 The following table lists the security features that can be applied to restrict access to the Eicon 1550/1551 configuration interfaces. Source system Connection Security features that apply Remote External • System password computer network • Automatic log out • Remote Management •...

  • Page 54: System Password

    System Password The Eicon 1550/1551 provides a system password that restricts access to the web-based configuration interface and the CLI. This ensures that configuration changes can only be made by authorized personnel. By default, no password is defined. Setting a System Password From the menu, click ‘System’.

  • Page 55: Automatic Log Out

    Automatic Log Out The Eicon 1550/1551 applies an automatic timeout to configuration sessions. When a configuration session is idle for more than the timeout value, the Eicon 1550/1551 automatically logs the user out. This reduces the risk of unauthorized persons taking advantage of a logged-in computer that has been left unattended.

  • Page 56: Network Address Translation (Nat)

    HTTP traffic, allowing it to function as a web server. However, the actual IP address of this computer is still hidden by NAT. Therefore, remote users must specify the address of the Eicon 1550/1551 to gain access to the web server. Security...
  • Page 57 When you create a NAT static mapping, the Eicon 1550/1551 routes all traffic for the protocol you specify to the designated computer. This includes traffic normally handled by the Eicon 1550/1551 itself. This leads to the following restrictions: • Remote access to the configuration interfaces on the Eicon 1550/1551 via the external network can be disrupted.
  • Page 58 ‘Default NAT Server’ field Note: The Eicon 1550/1551 handles traffic with the following protocols: HTTP, Telnet, TFTP, ECHO (UDP port 7), and SNMP. Only traffic that does not contain these protocols will be forwarded to the default NAT server. To forward the aforementioned protocols you must define a NAT static mapping for each one.

  • Page 59: Remote Management

    This feature can be enabled; however, this does not affect traffic on the local LAN created by the Eicon 1550/1551. If the local LAN is connected to other networks, these computers will continue to have access to the Eicon 1550/1551, even if remote management is disabled.
  • Page 60 Enabling Remote Management To enable remote management: From the menu, click ‘System’. Check the ‘Enable remote management’ check box. ‘Enable remote management’ option Click ‘Save’ then ‘Reset’. Defining a Password If remote management is enabled, it is strongly suggested that you define a login password.

  • Page 61: Authentication (Ppp Only)

    Eicon 1550/1551 is authenticated by the remote device, i.e., the Eicon 1550/1551 must supply a username and password to log on. To successfully use authentication, it is important that both devices are configured to support the same authentication options.

  • Page 62: Manual Dialing

    Manual Dialing The Manual Dialing feature lets you manually control when the connection is to be established. Enabling Manual Dialing From the menu, click ‘Connection’. If required, select the desired profile. Scroll down to the ‘IP’ section of the page. ‘Manual Dialing’...

  • Page 63: Custom Security Features Using Ip Filters

    By using IP filters you can create your own custom security solutions. For example, you can limit local access to the Eicon 1550/1551 for specific computers, accept incoming traffic only from certain remote users or networks, or drop incoming or outgoing nuisance traffic.
  • Page 64 Be sure that you have set up the Eicon 1550/1551 with the proper protocol, and that you have created all the necessary profiles, before creating filters.
  • Page 65 If you have more than one profile available, select a profile from the drop-down menu (next to ‘Edit Filters for’). ‘Profile’ list To insert a new filter, click the ‘+’ symbol. ‘Plus’ symbol The ‘Edit IP Filters’ page appear. Define the settings for the filter using the drop-down menus and click ‘Done’. The following diagram shows a quick description of what each field means.
  • Page 66 Enable the filter by clicking the box that appears to the right of the ‘Edit’ button. Checkbox Click ‘Save’. This makes the filter operational. Note: Unlike other configurations settings, you do not have to reset the Eicon 1550/1551 to make filters operational. ‘Edit Filters’ Page Options Action •...
  • Page 67 Location • ‘the Ethernet LAN’: Sets the filter to match datagrams with network addresses that are the same as that of the Eicon 1550/1551. By default, this is 192.168.1.0. A mask of 255.255.255.0 is used to extract the network address.
  • Page 68 Default Filters on page 68 before experimenting with filters. If you find you have accidentally filtered yourself out of access to the Eicon 1550/1551, you must reset the box to factory defaults by holding down the reset button for 15 seconds.
  • Page 69 Drop all packets using any protocol (default last filter). When a packet goes through the filter stack, the Eicon 1550/1551 would first check if the packet is using the web protocol. If so, the packet is dropped. If not, the next filter is applied, which essentially forwards anything.
  • Page 70 After creating the first filter, the filter page should look like this: First filter Since the Eicon 1550/1551 automatically changed the last filter to one that drops all traffic, you must create a second filter (before the last one) that allows all other traffic through, as shown below.

  • Page 71: Web Interface Settings Glossary

    Web Interface Settings Glossary This section lists all settings available through the web interface, along with explanations as to what each setting means. This information can also be found by clicking on the setting name while working within the web interface. System Menu ......................

  • Page 72: System Menu

    System Menu System Name Sets the domain name of the Eicon 1550/1551. This is also the address of the home page of the web-based configuration interface. The text ‘.wanrouter’ is appended to the name you enter. Range: 1-64 characters, no spaces. Default: Eicon 1550 (‘eicon1550.wanrouter’) or Eicon 1551 (‘Eicon1551.wanrouter), depending on the model.
  • Page 73 Set Time Sets the internal system clock. Set Date Sets the internal system date, in yyyy-mm-dd format. Get Time and Date button Gets the time and date from your computer’s clock. Log Output Remote IP Address Sends event log information to the specified device. Choices: •...

  • Page 74: Connection Menu

    Connection Menu Profile Name Defines a name for this profile. The name must not contain spaces. Enable Profile Enables/disables the current profile. Backup Profile Selects the backup profile to be used when this profile cannot connect. The backup profile is only invoked when the maximum number of connection retries has been exceeded, at which point a profile is set to a ‘failed’...

  • Page 75: Connection Menu > Connection Group (Ppp)

    To automatically reset the profile, enter a Profile Restore Delay on the Profile page. To reset the profile manually, dial it or reset the Eicon 1550/1551. Default: 25. Range: 0-250. Web Interface Settings Glossary...
  • Page 76 Retry Delay Defines the amount of time in seconds to wait before allowing new attempts to connect. The default and range depend on the country. Range: 1-1800. Default: 30. Restore Delay Defines how long to wait before automatically restoring a profile from ‘failed’ to ‘ready’. Range: 300-65535 seconds.

  • Page 77: Connection Menu > Connection Group (X.25)

    Connection Type Defines the type of connection that will be established with the remote device. • TWOWAY: Both the Eicon 1550/1551 and remote device can initiate the connection. • INCOMING: The remote device must initiate the connection. • PERMANENT: A PVC is permanently established between two destinations. No call setup is required.
  • Page 78 Defines the maximum number of attempts this profile makes to establish a connection with this profile. When this limit is reached, the profile is placed in a ‘failed’ state. To reset the profile manually, dial it or reset the Eicon 1550/1551. Range: 0-250. Default: 10 Retry Delay Defines the amount of time to wait after a failed connection attempt, before retrying.

  • Page 79: Connection Menu > Connection Group (Frame Relay)

    Connection Menu > Connection Group (Frame Relay) Compression enable Enables/disables compression when Frame Relay is used. DLCI number Defines the DLCI number for the current profile. A DLCI is the Frame Relay equivalent of a hardware address, associated with an established Permanent Virtual Circuit (PVC).

  • Page 80: Connection Menu > Ip Group

    900 seconds. IP Address Defines the IP address this connection profile should use when a static address is assigned to the Eicon 1550/1551. Subnet Mask Defines the subnet mask this connection profile should use when a static address is assigned to the Eicon 1550/1551.

  • Page 81: Connection Menu > Rip Group

    Connection Menu > RIP Group RIP Version Enables/disables support for RIP (Routing Information Protocol). When enabled, routing information will be exchanged with other devices. Choices: • Version 1: Supports RIP version 1. • Version 2: Supports RIP version 2. • V.2, compatible to V.1: Supports RIP version 2 that is version 1 compatible (implies broadcasting RIP-2 updates).

  • Page 82: Connection Menu > Authentication Group (Ppp)

    • Disabled: Accept calls using either encrypted or unencrypted passwords. Default: Disabled. Always Authenticate Remote Enables/disables password authentication when dialing out. If enabled, the Eicon 1550/1551 attempts to authenticate the remote with whatever authentication method is defined. Default: Disabled. Remote Username Defines the name the remote device must supply when authentication is requested by the Eicon 1550/1551.

  • Page 83: Connection Menu > Dns Group

    Connection Menu > DNS Group Domain Name When DNS relay is enabled, each DNS request is checked against the name set with this command. If so, a connection defined by this profile is established, and the request is forwarded. Enter a DNS domain name (up to 32 alphanumeric characters), or use * to match any name.

  • Page 84: Connection Menu > Callback (Eicon 1551 Only)

    Connection Menu > Callback (Eicon 1551 only) Note: The following two pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1551 WAN Router. Callback type Several callback options are available that have different features. For callback to work, both client and server must use the same mode.
  • Page 85 Callback numbers User specified mode only. Specify the two numbers that the server uses to call back. Each number should contain the required dialing pre-fixes that the server must use. If you only have one ISDN number, enter it in both fields. Delay before host calls back Callback control protocol only.

  • Page 86: Ip Menu

    If a match is found, the profile is connected and the DNS request is forwarded. Default: Enabled. TFTP Server Enables/disables TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol). When enabled, the Eicon 1550/1551 acts as a TFTP server and can respond to upload or download requests from TFTP clients. Default: Disabled. IP Spoofing Enables/disables spoofing.
  • Page 87 • Minimal: Reduces NetBIOS traffic to a minimum. Does not support Network Neighborhood functions. However, the MAP NETWORK option in Windows Explorer is supported, along with DOS-based networking commands such as net use, net view, and net logon. This is the most economical solution. •...

  • Page 88: Routes Menu (Ip Tree)

    Defines the IP address of a network where data should be routed. This address is compared against the destination address of all IP datagrams that pass through the Eicon 1550/1551. If a match is found, the IP datagram is routed to the profile you specify under Interface.
  • Page 89 Select NONE to disable the route. Metric Metrics determine the weight of a route. If two identical routes exist, then the Eicon 1550/1551 uses the route with the lower metric. Range: 1-15. Specify 16 to indicate that the route should never be used. Default: 1.

  • Page 90: Filters Menu (Ip Tree)

    Filters Menu (IP Tree) Edit filters IP filtering provides you with the means to implement customized security, usage, and cost control measures. For example, you can define filters to do the following: • Drop all data from a specific address or network. •...

  • Page 91: Nat Mapping Menu (Ip Tree)

    NAT Mapping Menu (IP Tree) NAT must be enabled for each profile. Default NAT Server Defines the IP address of the device where all unresolved datagrams should be forwarded. Protocol Defines the protocol that is used. Choices: • UDP: The server uses the UDP protocol. •...

  • Page 92: Time Client Menu (Ip Tree)

    Default: Enabled. Server Address Defines the IP address of the time server the Eicon 1550/1551 should use when automatically updating its internal clock. The address 255.255.255.255 will broadcast the request to all stations on the network.

  • Page 93: Snmp Menu (Ip Tree)

    SNMP Menu (IP Tree) System Name Defines a name for the Eicon 1550/1551. This information can be retrieved by SNMP agents. Range: 0-29 characters. System Description Defines a description for the Eicon 1550/1551. This information can be retrieved by SNMP agents.

  • Page 94: Dhcp Menu (Ip Tree)

    (see ‘DHCP Server Enabled’ below). • NONE: No DHCP services are supplied, and DHCP requests are ignored. • SERVER: The Eicon 1550/1551 will act as a DHCP server and will assign IP addresses in response to DHCP requests by network devices.
  • Page 95 Defines the maximum number of addresses in the dynamic DHCP address pool. Range: 1-50. Default: 50. Lease Duration (DHCP = Server) Defines the length of time a client address (assigned by the Eicon 1550/1551) is valid. Range: 30 minutes to 30 days. Default: 1 hour. DHCP Domain Name (DHCP = Server) Defines the domain name returned in response to a DHCP request, when the DHCP server is enabled.
  • Page 96 Defines how long the Eicon 1550/1551 waits before relaying a DHCP request. Since DHCP requests and responses are broadcast to all stations on a LAN, the Eicon 1550/1551 must check that no other DHCP server has responded to a DHCP request before it forwards the request to the external network.

  • Page 97: Lan Menu

    LAN Menu IP Address Defines the IP address for the Eicon 1550/1551 on the Ethernet LAN it creates. By default, this address is set to 192.168.1.1, and you should not change it. However, if you are installing the Eicon 1550/1551 on an existing LAN, you may need to change this value so that it is appropriate for your LAN setup.

  • Page 98: Lan Menu > Rip Group

    LAN Menu > RIP Group RIP Version Enables/disables support for RIP (Routing Information Protocol). When enabled, routing information will be exchanged with other devices. Choices: • Version 1: Supports RIP version 1. • Version 2: Supports RIP version 2. • V.2, compatible to V.1: Supports RIP version 2 that is version 1 compatible (implies broadcasting RIP-2 updates).

  • Page 99: Lan Menu > Dns Group

    LAN Menu > DNS Group Domain Name When DNS relay is enabled, each DNS request is checked against this parameter. If they match, a connection defined by this profile is established, and the request is forwarded. Range: 0-32 characters, or use * to match any name. Primary Address Defines the address of the first DNS server where DNS requests are to be sent, when DNS Relay is enabled.

  • Page 100: Vhsi Port Menu

    Defines the type of line connected to the VHSI port: point-to-point or multi-point. Modem Interface Defines the VHSI port interface: V.24/RS-232, V.35, V.36/RS-449/EIA-530 and X.21. Specify ‘Autodetect’ to have the Eicon 1550/1551 detect the type of interface automatically. Web Interface Settings Glossary...
  • Page 101 Defines the speed at which the VHSI port operates, in bits per second (bps). Certain restrictions inherent to the network to which the Eicon 1550/1551 is connected can limit throughput. Speeds in excess of 128 kbps are possible on dedicated lines, but public X.25 networks may be as slow as 2400 bps.

  • Page 102: Vhsi Port Menu > Delays Group

    VHSI Port Menu > Delays Group DCD (off) -> RTS (on) Delay Defines the DCD(off) -> RTS(on) delay. This is the length of time before the remote is allowed to send at the end of reception. This parameter is intended for non-standard physical interfaces, and is for half-duplex lines only.

  • Page 103: Protocol Menu (Vhsi Tree) (X.25)

    Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) (X.25) These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to X.25. Node Type Defines if the Eicon 1550/1551 functions as DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) or DCE (Data-Circuit terminating Equipment). Consult your network subscription for the proper setting.
  • Page 104 Default Packet Size Defines the default X.25 packet size. Range: 64-1024 bytes. Default: 128 bytes. Maximum Packet Size Defines the maximum X.25 packet size. Range: Default packet size to 1024 bytes. Default: 256 bytes. X.25 Version Defines the version of the X.25 protocol to use. •...

  • Page 105: Protocol Menu (Vhsi Tree) > Virtual Circuits Group (X.25)

    Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) > Virtual Circuits Group (X.25) These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to X.25. PVC - Permanent Virtual Circuits Defines settings for PVCs (Permanent Virtual Circuits). A PVC is permanently established between two destinations. No call setup is required. IVC - Incoming Virtual Circuits Defines settings for IVCs (Incoming Virtual Circuits).

  • Page 106: Protocol Menu (Vhsi Tree) > Timers Group (X.25)

    Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) > Timers Group (X.25) These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to X.25. T20 - Packet Level Restart Timer The Packet Level Restart Timer is started when a Restart Request packet is sent. It is stopped when a Restart Confirm or Restart Request packet is received.

  • Page 107: Hdlc Menu (Vhsi Tree) (X.25)

    HDLC Menu (VHSI Tree) (X.25) Note: The HDLC menu is only accessible through the Protocol page, when the protocol is set to X.25. Maximum Frame Size N1 Defines the maximum frame size. This parameter can generally be determined by adding 5 to the Maximum Packet Size. However, if your Maximum Packet Size is less than 256, and you are using the Fast Select feature, then find the size, in bytes, of the following parameters and add them together:...
  • Page 108 Defines how the HDLC Link setup procedure is handled. Applies only if a DTE port has been configured. • Active: The Eicon 1550/1551 will initiate the setup procedure. This option is generally used with DTE addressing. • Passive: The Eicon 1550/1551 will wait for the remote device to initiate the setup procedure. Default: Active Sequence In 1984, the CCITT added an Extended Sequence definition to the X.25 specification.

  • Page 109: Hdlc Menu (Vhsi Tree) > X.32 Services Group (X.25)

    HDLC Menu (VHSI Tree) > X.32 Services Group (X.25) Note: The HDLC menu is only accessible through the Protocol page, when the protocol is set to X.25. Service Variations of the HDLC protocol expand upon the protocol to provide additional information to the host and client systems.

  • Page 110: Hdlc Menu (Vhsi Tree) > Timers Group (X.25)

    Defines the Idle Probe Timer, which specifies how long the link should remain idle before the Eicon 1550/1551 sends an RR (Receiver Ready) frame, with a P bit set, to the remote device. This is done in order to determine its status. The remote device, if still functioning, will respond using an RR frame with the F bit set.

  • Page 111: Protocol Menu (Vhsi Tree) (Frame Relay)

    Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) (Frame Relay) These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to Frame Relay. Local management interface Defines the Local Management Interface (LMI) protocol supported on the network. LMI is a protocol and associated procedures operating on the local interface between the machine user and the network.
  • Page 112 Full status polling cycle (N1) Defines the number of polling cycles before a Full Status Report is requested. A polling cycle is a Status Enquiry and Status message exchange. This setting determines the time the user device takes to recognize a change in status on a DLCI from the Frame Relay network.

  • Page 113: Protocol Menu (Vhsi Tree) > Dynamic Dlci Group (Frame Relay)

    Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) > Dynamic DLCI Group (Frame Relay) These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to Frame Relay. Enable Dynamic DLCI Defines the DLCI mode. Enabled: Enables dynamic configuration of new DLCIs for this connection. Dynamic DLCI (also referred to as "DLCI discovery") eliminates the need for static configuration of new DLCIs.

  • Page 114: Static Dlci Menu (Vhsi Tree) (Frame Relay)

    Static DLCI Menu (VHSI Tree) (Frame Relay) These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to Frame Relay. Number Defines a Data Link Connection Identifier (DLCI). A DLCI is the Frame Relay equivalent of a hardware address, associated with an established Permanent Virtual Circuit (PVC).

  • Page 115: Dialer Menu (Vhsi Tree) > Direct Dialer

    Dialer Menu (VHSI Tree) > Direct Dialer Dialer This allows you to change the direct dialer. Options: Direct, Hayes AT, and V.25Bis. RI (on) -> DTR (on) Defines the RI(on) -> DTR(on) delay. Range: 0-9999 milliseconds. Default: 0 milliseconds. DSR(on) -> RTS (on) Defines the DSR(on) ->...

  • Page 116: Dialer Menu (Vhsi Tree) > Hayes At Dialer

    Dialer Menu (VHSI Tree) > Hayes AT Dialer Note: These options appear when the dialer option is set to Hayes AT. Enable answering Enables/disables answering of incoming calls by the modem (DCE) connected to the port. When enabled, the modem will automatically answer incoming calls. Allow retry Specifies if the modem should redial if the primary number is busy or does not respond.
  • Page 117 Bits/Char Defines the number of bits used to represent a character. Set this parameter to the same value as on the modem connected to the port. This parameter is used in asynchronous mode only and allows for call setup commands to be issued before a connection is established with an external modem.
  • Page 118 Hangup delay Defines the amount of time after the line is disconnected before a new command can be issued. This is used to give the modem enough time to prepare to accept other commands. Range: 0-65 seconds. Default: 2. DSR on->off (transition delay) Defines the maximum delay for Data Set Ready (DSR) to be set to OFF after Data Terminal Ready (DTR) is set to OFF.

  • Page 119: Dialer Menu (Vhsi Tree) V.25Bis

    Dialer Menu (VHSI Tree) V.25bis Note: These options appear when the dialer option is set to V.25bis. Enable answering Enables/disables answering of incoming calls by the modem (DCE) connected the port. When enabled, the modem will automatically answer incoming calls. Default: Enable.
  • Page 120 Primary number Defines the primary phone number to dial. If the primary number is busy or otherwise non-responsive, the secondary number is dialed. If no secondary number is defined, the primary number is used again. The phone number must include the characters "CR" followed by a prefix, and then the telephone number.
  • Page 121 DSR loss delay Defines how long Data Set Ready (DSR) must be lost to determine that there has been a valid loss of carrier, not just a temporary fluctuation. A valid loss of DSR usually means the modem will hang up. Range: 0-10000 milliseconds.

  • Page 122: Isdn Port Menu (Eicon 1551 Only)

    ISDN Port Menu (Eicon 1551 only) Note: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1551 WAN Router. Switch type Specifies the type of ISDN switch used by your ISDN service provider. Choices (International firmware) •...
  • Page 123 Initial billing interval Sets the minimum amount of time that an ISDN channel will be enabled. Range: 0-1800 seconds. Default: 60 seconds. Recurring billing interval Sets the minimum amount of time that an ISDN channel remains enabled after the initial billing interval is surpassed. Range: 10-1800 seconds.

  • Page 124: Isdn Menu > Protocols

    ISDN Menu > Protocols Note: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1551 WAN Router. Each option is described in the following table. For background information on ISDN concepts, see Important ISDN Concepts on page 125. Only one ISDN B-channel (64 Kbps) is used by the Eicon 1551 when the ISDN port is used.
  • Page 125 Important ISDN Concepts This section describes important ISDN concepts. Understanding these concepts will help you decide how to choose the protocol for your Eicon 1551 for optimal performance and cost savings. ISDN channels ISDN lines are defined in terms of channels, with each channel supporting a specific type of communication.

  • Page 126: Isdn Menu > Call Thresholds

    ISDN Menu > Call Thresholds Note: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1551 WAN Router. Enable data call threshold monitoring Enables/disables ISDN threshold monitoring. When enabled, the Eicon 1551 WAN Router limits usage of the ISDN line for each profile during the specified threshold monitoring interval.

  • Page 127: Isdn Menu > Incoming Calls

    ISDN Menu > Incoming Calls Note: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1551 WAN Router. Answer incoming data calls Specifies if the Eicon 1551 will answer incoming ISDN data calls. If disabled, incoming data calls are ignored.

  • Page 128: Isdn Menu > Isdn Access Parameters

    ISDN Menu > ISDN Access Parameters Note: The following page refers to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1551 WAN Router. Enable ISDN Access Enable/disable support for ISDN access time. When enabled, Eicon 1551 WAN Router restricts incoming and outgoing data calls based on the settings in the table above.

  • Page 129: Selecting An Interface Cable

    Selecting an Interface Cable The interface cable for the VHSI port is not included with your package. Cables can be ordered separately from Eicon Networks Corporation, or you can construct one yourself using the specifications contained in this section. •...

  • Page 130: Interface Cables Available From Eicon Networks Corporation

    Interface Cables available from Eicon Networks Corporation The Eicon 1550/1551 can connect to Customer Service Units (CSUs) or Data Service Units (DSUs) which support one of the V.24, V.35, EIA-530, V.36, or X.21 interfaces, including compatible Eicon Networks Corporation Eiconcards (such as the C series) using a V.24 cable.

  • Page 131: Interface Cable Specifications

    Interface Cable Specifications This section describes the specifications for each interface supported on the Eicon 1550/1551. If you plan to construct your own VHSI cables, be sure to observe the guidelines given below. Cable Specifications Interface Standard Compatibility V.24/RS-232 CCITT V.24 Signaling CCITT V.28...
  • Page 132 Wire Gauge, Grounding, and Pairing • Use 28 AWG 7-strand wire with 0.020-0.028 insulation. • The chassis must be grounded both by a drain wire and by the braid; both must be connected to the connector case and shell at each end of the cable. The braid must be connected through its full circumference.

  • Page 133: The V.24 Interface

    The V.24 Interface The V.24 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below. Pin # Signal Name Direction CCITT # PGND Protective Ground Common Transmit Data Output Receive Data Input Request to Send Output Clear to Send Input Data Set Ready Input...
  • Page 134 The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-V.24 cable. Selecting an Interface Cable...

  • Page 135: The V.35 Interface

    The V.35 Interface The V.35 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below. Pin # Signal Name Direction CCITT # PGND Protective Ground Common SGND Signal Ground Common Request to Send Output Clear to Send Input Data Set Ready Input Data Carrier Detect Input...
  • Page 136 The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-V.35 cable. Selecting an Interface Cable...

  • Page 137: The Eia-530 Interface

    The EIA-530 Interface The EIA-530 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below. Pin # Signal Name Direction CCITT # EIA PGND Protective Ground Common PG N D TXD+ TXD- TRXC+ TXD+ Transmit Data Output 103A BA(A) TRXC- RXD+ RXD-...
  • Page 138 The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-EIA-530 cable. TWISTED PAIRS (MANDATORY) VHSI EIA-530 DRAIN WIRE BRAID Selecting an Interface Cable...

  • Page 139: The V.36/Rs-449 Interface

    The V.36/RS-449 Interface The V.36/RS-449 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below. Pin # Signal Name Direction CCITT # PG N D Case PGND Protective Ground Common TXD+ TXD- TRXC+ TXD+ Transmit Data Output 103A TRXC- RXD+ RXD- RTS+...
  • Page 140 The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-V.36 cable. TWISTED PAIRS (MANDATORY) VHSI V.36 / RS-449 DRAIN WIRE BRAID Selecting an Interface Cable...

  • Page 141: The X.21 Interface

    The X.21 Interface The X.21 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below. Pin # Signal Name Direction CCITT # 1/15 PGND Protective Ground Common PG N D T(B) T(A) Transmit Data (+) Output 103A T(A) C(B) C(A) C(A) Control Signal (+)

  • Page 142: Configuration Worksheets

    Configuration Worksheets The following worksheets are available to help configure the Eicon 1550/1551 WAN Router. X.25 Line Subscription Worksheet ............143 Frame Relay Line Subscription Worksheet ..........145 PPP Worksheet ..................146 VHSI Port Worksheet................. 147 HDLC Worksheet ..................144 Dialer Parameters Worksheet —...

  • Page 143: X.25 Line Subscription Worksheet

    X.25 Line Subscription Worksheet The following settings are available when configuring X.25. Parameter Options/Range Default Value Node Type DTE or DCE Local DTE address 1-15 Default window size Maximum window size Packet format Basic or extended extended Default packet size 64-1024 Maximum packet size Default packet...

  • Page 144: Hdlc Worksheet

    HDLC Worksheet By definition, any connection using the X.25 protocol also uses HDLC at a lower level. The following settings are available when configuring HDLC. Parameter Options/Range Default Value Maximum Frame Size (N1) HDLC only 1-8194 1504 X.25 over HDLC (X.25 Max Packet size+5)-1029 Maximum Window Size (K)

  • Page 145: Frame Relay Line Subscription Worksheet

    Frame Relay Line Subscription Worksheet Obtain the following information from your Frame Relay network subscription. The information you obtain here is required when you configure a Frame Relay link. Parameter Options/Range Default Value Local management interface None Auto LMI Annex A Annex D Auto LMI Maximum number of DLCI (P1)

  • Page 146: Ppp Worksheet

    PPP Worksheet The following settings are available when configuring PPP. Connection Group Parameter Options/Range Default Value Compressions Ascend, MPPC, MS-STAC, STAC 1, Disabled STAC 3 Echo request Enable, Disable Enabled Idle timer 10-900,0 to disable Max retries 0-250 Retry delay Restore delay IP Group Parameter...

  • Page 147: Vhsi Port Worksheet

    VHSI Port Worksheet The following settings are available when configuring VHSI. Parameter Options/Range Default Value Line Interface Leased, Dial Leased Duplex Full, Half Full Multidrop Point-to-Point, Multi-Point Point-to-Point Modem Interface Autodetect, Autodetect RS-232, V.24 Data Encoding NRZ, NRZI, DPLL, FMO, FM1 Clocking EXTERNAL, INTERNAL, EXTERNAL...

  • Page 148: Dialer Parameters Worksheet - Direct Dialer

    Dialer Parameters Worksheet — Direct Dialer The following settings are available when configuring Direct Dialer. Parameter Options/Range Default Value RI (on) -> DTR (on) 0-9999 DSR (on) -> RTS (on) 0-9999 DSR debouncing 0-9999 Max delay to establish connection 15000-6500 DSR mode Normal, Ignore Normal...

  • Page 149: Dialer Parameters Worksheet - Hayes At

    Dialer Parameters Worksheet — Hayes AT The following settings are available when configuring Hayes AT. Parameter Options/Range Default Value Enable Answering Enable, Disable Enable Allow retry Enable, Disable Enable Retry limit Range: 1-9 Delay between retries Range: 0-65 Speed 1200-230400 115200 Bits/Char Values: 7 or 8...

  • Page 150: Dialer Parameters Worksheet -V.25Bis

    Dialer Parameters Worksheet —V.25Bis The following settings are available when configuring V.25Bis. Parameter Options/Range Default Value Enable Answering Enable, Disable Enabled Allow retry Enable, Disable Enabled Retry limit Delay between retries Primary number N,I,S Secondary number N,I,S Max delay to establish connection 15-65 Hangup delay 0-65...

  • Page 151: Regulatory And Warranty Information

    Regulatory and Warranty Information General Information .................. 152 Regulatory Information for the United States......... 153 Regulatory Information for Canada ............155 Regulatory Information for Europe............156 Limited Warranty ..................157...

  • Page 152: General Information

    Specifications on page 9. The user must ensure that the total power drawn by the host computer, the Eicon 1550/1551, and any other peripherals, does not exceed the capability of the host power supply unit. Regulatory and Warranty Information...

  • Page 153: Regulatory Information For The United States

    Regulatory Information for the United States Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by Eicon Networks Warning: Corporation could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of Conformity Eicon Networks Corporation 2155 Chenault Road Suite 503...
  • Page 154 Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer’s Name: Eicon Networks Corporation Responsible Party Address: 2155 Chenault Road Suite 503 Carrollton, Texas, USA 75006 Declares under his sole responsibility that the product: Eicon 1551 WAN Router Model: 800-719 Complies with the Federal Communications Commission’s (“FCC”) Rules and Regulations 47 CFR Part 68, and the Administrative Council on Terminal Attachments (“ACTA”) adopted technical criteria.

  • Page 155: Regulatory Information For Canada

    Regulatory Information for Canada NOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. Industry Canada does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.

  • Page 156: Regulatory Information For Europe

    Regulatory Information for Europe EU Declaration of Conformity To receive a detailed R&TTE Declaration for this product please send a request specifying the product name to the following e-mail address: certification@eicon.com. Regulatory and Warranty Information...

  • Page 157: Limited Warranty

    Eicon Networks Corporation will, at its option, repair or replace this Product at no additional charge except as set forth below. Repair parts and replacement Products will be furnished on an exchange basis and will be either reconditioned or new.

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