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the warranty period. Upon such notice, ADTRAN will, at its option, either repair
or replace the defective item. If ADTRAN is unable, in a reasonable time, to repair
or replace any equipment to a condition as warranted, Customer is entitled to a full
refund of the purchase price upon return of the equipment to ADTRAN. This
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ADTRAN's express written permission. This warranty becomes null and void if
Customer modifies or alters the equipment in any way, other than as specifically
authorized by ADTRAN.
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Customer Service, Product Support Information, and Training
ADTRAN will replace or repair this product within 5 years from the date of
shipment if the product does not meet its published specification, or if it fails while
in service.
A return material authorization (RMA) is required prior to returning equipment to
ADTRAN. For service, RMA requests, training, or more information, see the tollfree contact numbers given below.
Presales Inquiries and Applications Support
Please contact your local distributor, ADTRAN Applications Engineering, or
ADTRAN Sales:
Applications Engineering(800) 615-1176
Sales(800) 827-0807
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If any of the phone numbers l isted on these two pages are not accessible, dial (256) 963-8000 and
ask the operator to connect you directly to the department you wish to reach.
Post-Sale Support
Please contact your local distributor first. If your local distributor cannot help,
please contact ADTRAN Technical Support and have the unit serial number
available.
The Custom Extended Services (ACES) program offers multiple types and levels
of service plans which allow you to choose the kind of assistance you need. For
questions, call the ACES Help Desk.
Repair and Return
If ADTRAN Technical Support determines that a repair is needed, Technical
Support will coordinate with the Custom and Product Service (CAPS) department
to issue an RMA number. For information regarding equipment currently in house
or possible fees associated with repair, contact CAPS directly at the following
number:
CAPS Department(256) 963-8722
Identify the RMA number clearly on the package (below address), and return to
the following address:
ADTRAN Customer and Product Service
901 Explorer Blvd.
Huntsville, Alabama 35806
RMA # _____________
Training
The Enterprise Network (EN) Technical Training offers training on our most
popular products. These courses include overviews on product features and
functions while covering applications of ADTRAN's product lines. ADTRAN
provides a variety of training options, including customized training and courses
taught at our facilities or at your site. For more information about training, please
contact your Territory Manager or the Enterprise Training Coordinator by phone at
800-615-1176 ext. 7500, by fax at 256-963-7941, or by email at
training@adtran.com.
This document is designed for use by network administrators and others who will configure and provision the Total
Access®544. It containsoverview information,informationabout navigating the VT 100 user interface, configuration
information, and menu descriptions.
The Total Access 544 is a complete solution Integrated Access Device (IAD) for Voice over ATM (VoATM) applications. The unit includes a modular network interface, Nx64 V.35 interface, 10/100BaseT interface, ISDN ports, and
an optional battery back-up (1200641L1) for added security. The TA 544 can provision, test, and provide status for
any of the voice and data interfaces. All connections are made via the rear panel (see Figure 1). In addition to a builtin IP router, the TA 544 contains an Echo Canceller necessary for VoATM applications.
Appendix A, on page 49, contains detailed specifications for the TA 544.
ISDN
Figure 1. TA 544 Rear Panel
Firmware Updates
Firmware can be updated by using XMODEM transfer protocol via the unit’s
TFTP from a network server. (See Appendix B on page 51 and Appendix C on page 54.)
CRAFT
port (see Figure 1) or by using
Terminal Menu
The terminal menu is the access point to all other operations. Each terminal menu item has several functions and submenusthat identify and provideaccess to specificoperationsand parameters. These menuselections are d escribed later
in this User Manual.
See Appendix D on page 57 for instructions about navigating the terminal menus.
2.VOICE OVER DSL OVERVIEW
Voice over DSL (VoDSL) refers to providing toll quality voice access to the Public Switched Telephone Network
(PSTN) over twisted copper pair using DSL. Data can be combined with multiple voice lines over a single medium via
DSL, thus yielding many advantages over traditional TDM technologies.
Traditional TDM technologies arelimited by statically allocating bandwidth. DSL overcomes this by providing a large
bandwidth and utilizing other technologies, such as ATM, to dynamically assign bandwidth as it is needed. Because
of this, the user is able to add voice and data connections over a DSL line with flexibility and ease.
3.VOICE OVER ATM OVERVIEW
Voice over ATM is the technology used to transmit voice conversations over a data network using Asynchronous
Transfer Mode (ATM). There are several potential benefits to moving voice over a data network using ATM. First, the
small, fixed-length cells require lower processing overhead. Second, these small, fixed-length cells allow higher transmission speeds than traditional packet switching methods.
ATM allocates bandwidth on demand, making it suitable for high-speed connection of voice, data, and video services.
Conventional networks carry data in a synchronous manner. Because empty slots are circulating even when the link is
not needed, network capacity is wasted. ATM automatically adjusts the network capacity to meet the system needs.
4.VOICE OVER DSL APPLICATION
Figure 2 shows a typical VoDSL application. The TA 544 connects to the ATM network, via a DSLAM, to provide
both voice a nd high speed data from a single platform.
After unpacking the unit, inspect it for possible shipping damage. If the equipment has been damaged in transit, immediately file a claim with the carrier, then contact ADTRAN Customer Service.
Shipped by ADTRAN
The following items are included in the ADTRAN shipment:
•The TA 544
•DB-9adapter
•6 ft. RJ-45 to RJ-45 cable
•2 wall mount hinges
•4 each 6-32 screws
•AC power cord
•CD containing User Manual
Provided by Customer
The following items must be supplied by the customer:
•Cables and connectors used for your application
•Screws to mount the TA 544 to the wall (if applicable)
Double pole/neutral fusing.
Mount the Unit
1.Use a #2 Phillips-head screwdriver to insert the 4 each 6-32 screws (all screws are provided with the unit) to
secure the bracket to the unit.
2.Use an appropriate screw (wood/metal) (provided by the user) to secure the unit to the wall.
The S
Figure 3 displays the submenus available when you select this menu item.
menu provides basic information about the unit and contains data fields for editing information.
Figure 3. System Information Menu
> System Name
Provides a user-configurable text string for the name of the TA 544. This name can help you distinguishbetween different installations. You can enter up to 40 alpha-numeric characters in this field, including spaces and special characters (such as an underbar). This name will appear on the top line of all screens.
> System Location
Provides a user-configurable text string f or the location of the TA 544. This field is to help you keep track of the actual
physical location of the unit. You can enter up to 40 alphanumeric characters in this field, including spaces and special
characters (such as an underbar).
> System Contact
Provides a user-configurable text string for a contact name. You can use this field to enter the name, phone number,
or email address of a person responsible for the TA 544 system. You can enter up to 40 alpha-numeric characters in
this field, including spaces and special characters (such as an underbar).
Displays the current firmware revision level of the controller.
> Bootcode Revision
Displays the bootcode revision.
> System Uptime
Displays the length of time since the TA 544 system reboot.
> Date/Time
Displays the current date and time, including seconds. This field can be edited. Enter the time in 24-hour format (such
as 23:00:00 for 11:00 pm). Enter the date in mm-dd-yyyy format (for example, 10-30-1998).
Each time you reset the system, this value resets to 0 days, 0 hours, 0 m in and 0 secs.
When the authenticating method is password, this text string is used for the password.
Idle Time(1-255)
This sets the amount of time you can be idle before you are automatically logged off.
Level
This is the security level granted to the user.
>SNMPMenu
The TA 544 is an SNMP agent. It can respond to Gets and Sets, and can generate traps. These two lists set up the
manager, communities, and levels.
Access
O
FF
When set to
, SNMP access is denied. When set to
ers based on the following lists.
Communities
This list is used to set up to eight SNMP communities names that the TA544 will allow. Factory default sets
the community “public” with “Get” privileges.
O
N
(def), the TA 544 will respond to SNMP manag-
Name
This is a text string for the community name.
Privilege
The access for this manager can be assigned three levels.
N
ONE
No access is allowed for this community or manager.
G
Manager IP
ET
GET/S
ET
Manager can only read items.
Manager can read and set items.
This is the IP address of SNMP manager. If set to 0.0.0.0, any SNMP manager can access the TA 544
for this community.
Traps
The TA 544 can generate SNMP traps. This list allows up to four managers to be listed to receive traps.
Manager Name
This is the text string describing the name of the entry. It is intended for easy reference and has no bearing on the SNMP trap function.
Manager IP
This is the IP address of the manager that is to receive the traps.
This is the asynchronous rate that the maintenance port will run. The possible values are 300, 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600 (def), 19200, 38400, and 57600.
Data Bits
This is the asynchronous bit rate that the maintenance port will run. The possible values are 7 or 8 (def) bits.
Parity
This is the asynchronous parity that the maintenance port will run. The possible values are
E
VEN
or
.
Stop Bits
This is the stop bit used for the maintenance port. The possible values are 1 (def), 1.5 or 2.
>NetworkTime
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N
ONE
(def),
O
DD
,
The TA 544 unit time can be entered manually from the S
SNTP server. The N
ETWORKTIME
menu includes all parameters relating to how the unit communicates with the time
server.
Server Type
The server type defines which port the TA 544 will listen on to receive timing information from the time
server.
NT Time
The TA 544 will receive time from an NT server running SNTP software on its TIME port.
SNTP
The TA 544 will receive time directly from an SNTP server.
Active
This network timing feature can be turned on and off. It determines whether the unit will request and receive
time from a time server.
Time Zone
There are several time zones available for the time to be displayed in. All time zones are based off of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
Adjust for Daylight Saving
Since some areas of the world use Daylight Savings Time, theTA 544 is designed to adjust the time on the
first Sunday in April and the last Sunday in October accordingly if this option is turned on.
YSTEMINFO
menu, or the unit can receive time from an NTP/
Host Address
This is the IP address of the tim e server that theTA 544 will request and receive time from.
Refresh
This is the interval of time between each request theTA 544 sends out to the time server. A smaller refresh
time guarantees that the unit receives the correct time from the server and corrects possible errors more
quickly, but it is more taxing on the machine. A range of refresh times is available for the user to decide
which is best for their unit.