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  • Page 1 NetPath 2000 Reference Manual September 2005 34-00343.A...
  • Page 2 Software or any part thereof. Any attempt to do so is a violation of the rights of Verilink and its licensors of the Software. If you breach this restric- tion, you may be subject to prosecution and damages. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE IN WHICH THE FAILURE OF THE SOFTWARE COULD LEAD TO DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR SEVERE PHYSICAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE.
  • Page 3 Verilink if you fail to comply with any term(s) of this License. Upon the termination of this License, you shall cease all use of the Verilink Soft- ware and destroy all copies, full or partial, of the Verilink Software.
  • Page 4 Open Source Foundation, the source code of which is available under the GPL License (the “GPL”). Verilink may make modifications to this GPL Code. The license for the GPL Code is included here as Exhibit A. Those terms are fully applicable to the use of those portions of the Software that consist of or are derived from the GPL Code.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Returning a Unit to Verilink ......................... vi Chapter 1 About NetPath 2000 Introduction ............................1-1 NetPath 2000 Backup Operation ......................1-1 NetPath 2000 Secure Primary WAN Operation ................1-2 Front Panel ........................... 1-3 Rear Panel ............................ 1-4 NetPath 2000 Interfaces ......................1-4 Chapter 2 Installation Unpacking and Inspection ........................
  • Page 6 Applying Configuration Changes ....................3-8 Code Update ..........................3-8 Restart Wireless ........................... 3-9 Reset Unit ............................. 3-9 Access Point Names (APNs) ......................3-10 Appendix A Specifications Routing .............................. A-1 VPN ..............................A-1 Management ............................A-1 Hardware Interfaces ........................... A-2 Wireless Network Interface ....................... A-2 Power ..............................

  • Page 7: Preface

    REFACE HAPTER About this Manual This reference guide for the NetPath 2000 describes unit features and specifications, configuration, and installation. Manual Organization The chapters and appendices in this manual are arranged for quick reference when you need it. • Chapter 1, "About NetPath 2000" – This chapter describes product features and capabilities.

  • Page 8: Customer Service And Technical Support

    Verilink Web site. Returning a Unit to Verilink If for any reason you must return your Verilink product, it must be returned with the shipping prepaid, and packaged to the best commercial standard for electronic equipment.
  • Page 9 Name and phone number of person we can contact if we have questions about the unit(s) The address for you to use when returning a unit to Verilink will be provided when the RMA is issued. The standard delivery method for return shipments is Standard Ground for domestic returns and International Economy for international returns (unless otherwise specified).
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  • Page 11: Introduction

    BOUT HAPTER Introduction The NetPath 2000 enables a branch office to maintain network connectivity in case of a disruption in service due to an outage of the main network connection. The NetPath 2000 uses Cingular’s wireless data network as an alternate path to route mission-critical information.

  • Page 12: Netpath 2000 Secure Primary Wan Operation

    Frame Relay T1 The simplest fail-over configuration uses a static secondary default or subnet route in the branch office router via the NetPath 2000’s interface. When the branch office router detects a failure of the primary default or headquarters route over the T1 frame relay network, it switches its routing to the backup Ethernet port and the NetPath 2000.

  • Page 13: Front Panel

    Ethernet interface. Figure 1.2 NetPath 2000’s Method for Secure Network Connectivity Front Panel The NetPath 2000 front panel is shown in Figure 1.3. Figure 1.3 NetPath 2000 Front Panel Power Switch with Light A b o u t N e t P a t h 2 0 0 0...

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    Mgmt Router Power Connector Wireless Card Inserted into PCMCIA SLOT The NetPath 2000 rear panel has three interfaces described in detail below. NetPath 2000 Interfaces The NetPath 2000 has the following interfaces: Local Management Ethernet Interface This is a direct Ethernet connection for local management and configuration.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Installation

    If the contents of the shipment are incomplete or if there is mechanical damage or defect, notify Verilink. (Refer to Support from Verilink on page vi.) If the shipping container or cushioning material is damaged, notify the carrier and Verilink immediately and make a notation on the delivery receipt that the container was damaged.

  • Page 16: Additional Requirements

    Plug the AC cord into the external power supply. Plug the AC cord into a standard AC wall outlet or power strip. Look at the NetPath 2000 front panel. If the Power switch is not lit, press the front panel Power switch once until lit.

  • Page 17: Connecting To An External Router For Wireless Backup Operation

    PC’s network settings, or configure your PC to an appropriate IP address such as 192.168.100.2, subnet mask 255.255.255.0. For further information on configuring your NetPath 2000, refer to Chapter 3, Configuration,. Connecting to an External Router for Wireless Backup Operation For wireless backup, connect a straight-through CAT5 cable from the branch router Ethernet interface to the branch office router.
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  • Page 19: Chapter 3 Configuration

    PCMCIA slot with card inserted. (Refer to NetPath 2000 Interfaces as described on page 1-4 for more information on these interfaces.) Web Access Authentication Access your PC’s Web browser and type in the NetPath 2000’s IP address, 192.168.100.1, to view the screen shown in Figure 3.1. Figure 3.1...

  • Page 20: Status-Only Display

    You may need to disable personal firewalls or security programs to access this screen. The NetPath 2000 permits two levels of access. The first provides a status- only display, and the second provides full status and configuration capability. The default password for status-only access is “view.” This password is case- sensitive.

  • Page 21: Administration-Level Status And Configuration Display

    Sys-Uptime indicates router operational time, not wireless connection time. Indicates whether NAT is enabled on the Branch Router interface. Values: ON, OFF SNMP-Mgt Indicates whether the NetPath 2000 can be configured and monitored from the wireless network. Values: ON, OFF Interface Lists the NetPath 2000 interfaces.

  • Page 22: Modify Configuration

    This screen is identical to the Status-Only access screen except for the configuration buttons at the bottom of the screen. These buttons let you change the NetPath 2000’s configuration, software, and passwords. Each of these buttons is described below. Modify Configuration The “Modify Configuration”...
  • Page 23 Figure 3.4 Modify Configuration Screen C o n f i g u r a t i o n...

  • Page 24: Wireless Network Interface

    Sets the last address of the connected equipment served. When combined with “Serve Range From,” determines the number of addresses served. Local Management Interface Use this interface to connect a PC directly to the NetPath 2000 to configure and/ or check status. Settings are described below. NOTICE: You will lose communication if the NetPath 2000’s IP address is not...

  • Page 25: Vpn

    Subnet Mask Sets the address mask that delineates local subnet range. In most cases, the factory-default range of 255.255.255.0 will suffice. DHCP Serving Enables DHCP. If enabled, the user must enter an IP address range to be served. Values: OFF, ON Serve Range From Sets the first address of the connected equipment served.

  • Page 26: Applying Configuration Changes

    Select “Apply” to complete this action. Code Update To update the NetPath 2000’s operating software, select the “Code Update button. The NetPath 2000 will display the screen shown in Figure 3.5. N e t P a t h 2 0 0 0...

  • Page 27: Restart Wireless

    Figure 3.5 Code Update Screen Type the file location or select the “Browse” button to find the location of the file that contains the code update. Select your file and press “OK.” Select “Install Code” to initiate the file transfer and update the code, or select the “Cancel”...

  • Page 28: Access Point Names (Apns)

    Select the “Proceed” button to reset the NetPath 2000 unit. The unit will reboot. Select the “Cancel” button to abort the reset and return to the Display Status screen. Access Point Names (APNs) APNs are a mechanism for the wireless service provider to specify what IP...

  • Page 29: Appendix A Specifications

    P P E N D I X PECIFICATIONS PPENDIX Routing • Routes IP packets between wireless network card and branch router Ethernet interface. • DHCP server optional for all Ethernet interfaces. • IPSEC tunnel mode • VPN server or client, initiate, listen, or normal modes •...

  • Page 30: Hardware Interfaces

    Hardware Interfaces Local management Ethernet interface − management interface: RJ-45 • Branch router Ethernet interface − branch router interface: RJ-45 • Serial port − DB-9, 9600/8/n/1 • Wireless Network Interface • Novatel Merlin U520 UMTS • Sony Ericsson GC82/GC83 EDGE •...

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