Chapter 6. Ethernet-Based Management; Introduction; Ethernet Management Interface Protocols - Comtech EF Data SLM-5650A Installation And Operation Manual

Chapter 6. ETHERNET-BASED
6.1

Introduction

The base SLM-5650A Satellite Modem features an RJ-45 10/100 BaseT Ethernet management
interface for the purpose of non-secure monitor and control (M&C) of the modem.
Installation of the optional Network Processor (NP) Interface and/or TRANSEC Module Interface
adds security layers to network management that serve to expand or restrict the available modem
M&C parameters.
This chapter provides an overview of the functionality provided by this interface under all
configurations, and references other chapters for further details.
6.2

Ethernet Management Interface Protocols

A Windows-based user PC facilitates Ethernet-based remote monitor and control (M&C) of the
SLM-5650A through four separately-operated management protocols:
• SSH (Secure Shell) Interface. This interface is used for secure remote product M&C
(for optional NP Interface and optional TRANSEC Module Interface operations only).
Web Server (HTTP or HTTPS) Interface. The non-secure (HTTP) or secure (HTTPS)
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interface requires a compatible user-supplied web browser such as Internet Explorer.
• Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) with Public and Private MIB. This
interface requires a user-supplied Network Management System (NMS) and a user-
supplied Management Information Base (MIB) File Browser.
Telnet Interface. This non-secure interface requires use of the user PC's Command-line
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interface, or a user-supplied terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal.
MANAGEMENT
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