Table of Contents Summary Table of Contents ........................... 3 Table of Contents ............................4 List of Figures ..............................7 List of Tables ..............................8 About this guide ............................. 9 Audience................................. 9 Structure................................. 9 Precautions ................................10 Safety when working with electricity .......................10 General observations ............................11...
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SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide Table of Contents 2. Configuring the desired IP address ........................30 Factory-default IP settings ..........................30 Login ................................30 Changing the WAN IP address ........................30 3. Connecting the SmartNode to the network .......................31 4. Loading the configuration (optional) .........................32 Bootloader................................33 Start Bootloader...
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SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide Table of Contents Physical .................................46 Identification of the SmartNode devices via SNMP....................47 Cabling ................................. 48 Introduction ................................49 Console .................................49 Ethernet ................................50 ISDN BRI ................................51 Port pin-outs ..............................52 Introduction ................................53 Console port................................53 Ethernet ................................53 ISDN BRI 0/0 (NT/Net or TE/User) port......................53 ISDN BRI 0/1 ..
About this guide This guide describes the SmartNode 4630 hardware, installation and basic configuration. For detailed software configuration information refer to the SmartWare Software Configuration Guide and the available Configura- tion Notes. Audience This guide is intended for the following users: •...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide Precautions Notes, cautions, and warnings, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you become aware of potential problems. Warnings are intended to prevent safety hazards that could result in per- sonal injury.
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide Mains Voltage: Do not open the case the power cord is attached. Disconnect the power supply cord before servicing. For systems without a power switch, line voltages are present within the power supply when the power cords are WARNING connected.
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SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide Table 1. General conventions Convention Meaning Italicized Futura type Variables for which you supply values are in italic font Futura type Indicates the names of fields or windows. Indicates the names of command buttons that execute an action. Garamond bold type <...
PBX equipment for complete SoHo and branch office voice and data connectivity. Figure 1. SmartNode 4630 The SmartNode 4630 series consists of two models: the SN4634 and SN4638. Both models come equipped with two 10/100Base-T Ethernet ports. The SmartNode 4638 Gateway-Router performs the following major functions: •...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 1 • General information SmartNode 4630 rear panel The SmartNode 4630 is a compact VoIP Gateway Router that supports eight VoIP calls on five ISDN BRI ports (see figure 2). The SmartNode 4630 rear panel ports are described in table Power Life-line...
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SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 1 • General information Table 2. Rear panel ports (Continued) Port Description ISDN BRI NT/TE port, RJ-45 socket S0 (S/T) interface (see ), connects the BRI 0/1 figure 2 SmartNode with an ISDN device over an S/T bus, e.g. a PBX or an NT. The inter- face may be used as fallback if connected to an NT.
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 1 • General information SN4638 Power VoIP Link ENET 0 ENET 0 BRI 1 BRI 2 BRI 4 BRI 4 Link Active Link Active ENET 0 ENET 0 BRI 0 BRI 2 BRI 3 Act/Link Act/Link Active Link...
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SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 1 • General information Table 3. SmartNode 4630 LED definitions (Continued) Description On indicates the gateway is registered to an H.323 gatekeeper/SIP server, or, VoIP Link • in the case of direct routing, has at least one active VoIP connection. Off indicates the unit is not configured or registered, or has no active direct- •...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 2 • Applications overview Introduction Patton’s SmartNode VoIP Media Gateway Routers deliver the features you need for advanced multiservice voice and data network applications. They combine high quality voice-over-IP with powerful quality of service routing functions to build professional and reliable VoIP and data networks. This chapter describes typical applications for which this SmartNode is uniquely suited.
IP PBX or on the legacy PBX. Application—Multi-service ISDN Internet telephony IAD The SmartNode 4630 Series can be used to make and receive calls to and from the public ISDN network and Internet Telephony services on any ISDN Terminal (Phone or PBX) (see figure...
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SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 2 • Applications overview Application—Multi-service ISDN Internet telephony IAD...
Chapter 3 SmartNode installation Chapter contents Planning the installation ............................23 Site log ................................23 Network information ............................23 Network Diagram ............................23 IP related information .............................23 Software tools ..............................24 Power source ..............................24 Location and mounting requirements ......................24 Installing the gateway router..........................24 Placing the SmartNode ...........................24 Installing cables ...............................24...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 3 • SmartNode installation Planning the installation Before installing the gateway router device, the following tasks should be completed: • Create a network diagram (see section “Network information” on page 24) • Gather IP related information (see section “IP related information”...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 3 • SmartNode installation • IP addresses of central H.323 gatekeeper (if used) • IP addresses and/or URL of SIP servers or Internet telephony services (if used) • Login and password for PPPoE Access • Login and password for SIP or H.323 based telephony services •...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 3 • SmartNode installation Connect the cables in the following order: The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external use and shall be rated for the proper application with respect to volt- age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, and mechanical serviceability.
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 3 • SmartNode installation Connecting the power supply Do the following to connect the main power to the Model 4630: Note Do not connect the power cord to the AC power outlet at this time. 1.
Chapter 4 Initial configuration Chapter contents Introduction ................................32 1. Connecting the SmartNode to your laptop PC....................32 2. Configuring the desired IP address ........................33 Factory-default IP settings ..........................33 Login ................................33 Changing the WAN IP address ........................33 3. Connecting the SmartNode to the network .......................34 4.
Network Termination Device and not connected directly to an outside POTS line. CAUTION The SmartNode 4630 Series is equipped with Auto-MDX Ethernet ports, so you can use straight-through cables for host or hub/switch connections (see figure Straight-through wired cable...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 4 • Initial configuration SmartNode will provide the PC with an IP address. You can check the connection to the SmartNode by exe- cuting the ping command from the PC command window as follows: ping 192.168.1.1 2.
In general, the SmartNode will connect to the network via the WAN (ETH 0/0) port. This enables the Smart- Node to offer routing services to the PC hosts on LAN (ETH 0/1) port. The SmartNode 4630 Series is equipped with Auto-MDX Ethernet ports, so you can use straight-through or crossover cables for host or hub/ switch connections (see figure...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 4 • Initial configuration You can check the connection with the ping command from the SmartNode to another host on the network. 172.16.1.99(if-ip)[eth0]#ping <IP Address of the host> Note If the WAN address is not set to DHCP, to ping a device outside your local LAN you must first configure the default gateway.
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 4 • Initial configuration 172.16.1.99(if-ip)[eth0]#reload Running configuration has been changed. Do you want to copy the 'running-config' to the 'startup-config'? Press 'yes' to store, 'no' to drop changes : no Press 'yes' to restart, 'no' to cancel : yes The system is going down Bootloader The bootloader ensures that basic operations, network access, and downloads are possible in case of interrupted...
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SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 4 • Initial configuration Step Command Purpose RedBoot> ping -h tftp-server_ip_address Tests the connectivity to the TFTP server. optional RedBoot> load -r -v -h host -b Downloads an application image into the vola- base_address file_name tile memory (RAM) from where the SmartNode could directly execute it.
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 4 • Initial configuration Note This type of download takes about 25 minutes since it uses a serial link at only 9600 bps. Additional information For detailed information about configuring and operating guidance, set up procedures, and troubleshooting, refer to the SmartNode Series SmartWare Software Configuration Guide on the CD-ROM.
Chapter 5 Contacting Patton for assistance Chapter contents Introduction ................................34 Contact information..............................34 Patton support headquarters in the USA ......................34 Alternate Patton support for Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) ............34 Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)..............34 Warranty coverage ............................34 Out-of-warranty service ..........................35 Returns for credit...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 5 • Contacting Patton for assistance Introduction This chapter contains the following information: • “Contact information”—describes how to contact Patton technical support for assistance. • “Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)”—contains information about the warranty and obtaining a return merchandise authorization (RMA).
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide 5 • Contacting Patton for assistance Out-of-warranty service Patton services what we sell, no matter how you acquired it, including malfunctioning products that are no longer under warranty. Our products have a flat fee for repairs. Units damaged by lightning or other catastro- phes may require replacement.
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Appendix A Compliance information Chapter contents Compliance ................................37 ................................37 Safety ................................37 PSTN Regulatory ............................37 Radio and TV Interference ............................37 CE Declaration of Conformity ..........................37 ISDN compliance..............................38...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide A • Compliance information Compliance • FCC Part 15, Class A • EN55022, Class A • EN55024 Safety • UL 60950-1/CSA C22.2 N0. 60950-1 • IEC/EN60950-1 • AS/NZS 60950-1 PSTN Regulatory • TBR3 • AS/ACIF S031 Radio and TV Interference The SmartNode router generates and uses radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used properly-that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions-may cause interference to radio and television...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide A • Compliance information ISDN compliance The device is approved for connection to the public ISDN telecommunication network. When this device is used in North America, it shall be connected to a Network Termination Device and not connected directly to an outside POTS line.
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Appendix B Specifications Chapter contents DSP..................................44 Voice connectivity ..............................44 Data connectivity ..............................44 Voice processing (signalling dependent).........................44 Fax and modem support............................45 Voice signalling ..............................45 Voice routing—session router..........................45 IP services ................................46 Management .................................46 System ...................................46 Physical .................................46 Identification of the SmartNode devices via SNMP....................47...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide B • Specifications Note Refer to the software feature matrix for the most up-to-date specifications. One or two 4-channel DSP Voice connectivity 3 or 5 ISDN BRI S0 (S/T), 4-wire RJ45 ports NT/TE configurable per port Point-to-point, point-to-multipoint configurable Life-line bypass relay between BRI 0/0 and BRI 0/1 ports ISDN line power can be switched on per software per port...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide B • Specifications Operating humidity: up to 90%, non condensing Identification of the SmartNode devices via SNMP All SmartNode devices have assigned sysObjectID (.iso.org.dod.internet.mgmt.mib-2.system.sysObjectID) numbers (see table Table 6. SmartNode Models and their Unique sysObjectID SmartNode Model SysObjectID SN4634...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide C • Cabling Introduction This section provides information on the cables used to connect the SmartNode and the interface cards to the existing network infrastructure and to third party products. Console The SmartNode can be connected to a serial terminal over its serial console port, as depicted in figure The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external use and shall be rated for the proper application with respect to volt-...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide C • Cabling Ethernet Ethernet devices (10Base-T/100Base-T) are connected to the SmartNode over a cable with RJ-45 plugs. All Ethernet ports on the SN4630 are Auto-MDX use any straight or crossover cable to connect to hubs, switches, PCs or other devices.
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide C • Cabling ISDN BRI The ISDN ports are connected to ISDN terminals (Phones PBXs) or an ISDN NT using cables terminated with RJ-45 connectors. Use straight-though cables to connect to the S/T port of your NT or phones/PBX. The interconnecting cables shall be acceptable for external use and shall be rated for the proper application with respect to volt- age, current, anticipated temperature, flammability, and...
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Appendix D Port pin-outs Chapter contents Introduction ................................48 Console port................................48 Ethernet ................................48 ISDN BRI 0/0 (NT/Net or TE/User) port......................48 ISDN BRI 0/1 .. 0/3 (TE/Usr or NT/Net)......................49...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide D • Port pin-outs Introduction This section provides pin-out information for the ports of the SmartNode. Console port Configuration settings: 9600 bps, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control 8–RTS (N/C) 7–CTS (N/C) 6–TD 5–RD 4–SG...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide D • Port pin-outs Table 8. RJ-45 socket Signal Note Pins not listed are not used. Note All pins between the port BRI 0/0 and the port BRI 0/1 are connected during power failure. Fallback relay operation: •...
Appendix F End user license agreement Chapter contents End User License Agreement ..........................53 1. Definitions ..............................53 2. Title ................................53 3. Term ................................53 4. Grant of License ............................53 5. Warranty ..............................53 6. Termination ..............................54 7. Other licenses .............................54...
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide F • End user license agreement End User License Agreement By opening this package, operating the Designated Equipment or downloading the Program(s) electronically, the End User agrees to the following conditions: 1. Definitions Effective Date shall mean the earliest date of purchase or download of a product containing the Patton Electronics Company Program(s) or the Program(s) themselves.
SmartNode 4630 Getting Started Guide F • End user license agreement If the Program(s) are acquired by or on behalf of a unit or agency of the United States Government, the Gov- ernment agrees that such Program(s) are commercial computer software or computer software documentation and that, absent a written agreement to the contrary, the Government’s rights with respect to such Program(s) are limited by the terms of this Agreement, pursuant to Federal Acquisition Regulations 12.212(a) and/or DEARS 227.7202-1(a) and/or sub-paragraphs (a) through (d) of the “Commercial Computer Software - Restricted...