Comtech EF Data CiM Series, CiM-550, CiM-300L Quick Start Manuals

CiM

Quick-Start Guide

For IP Enabled Satellite Modems

Part Number CD/CIMQSTART.IOM

Rev. 1

Sept. 9, 2002

Comtech EF Data, 2114 West 7th Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA, [phone], FAX: [phone].

Copyright © Comtech EF Data, 2001. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.

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CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Contact Comtech EF Data Customer Support for:

 Product support or training

 Information on upgrading or returning a product

A Customer Support representative may be reached at:

Comtech EF Data
Attention: Customer Support Department
2114 West 7th Street
Tempe, Arizona 85281 USA

[phone] (Main Comtech EF Data Number)

[phone] (Customer Support Desk)

[phone] FAX

or, E-Mail can be sent to the Customer Support Department at:

[e-mail]

1. To return a Comtech EF Data product (in-warranty and out-of-warranty) for
repair or replacement:

2. Request a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from the Comtech
EF Data Customer Support Department.

3. Be prepared to supply the Customer Support representative with the model
number, serial number, and a description of the problem.

4. To ensure that the product is not damaged during shipping, pack the product
in its original shipping carton/packaging.

5. Ship the product back to Comtech EF Data. (Shipping charges should be
prepaid.)

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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1. GETTING STARTED .............................................................................1

1.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................. 1

1.2 Typpical Point-to-Point System Configuration.................................................................... 1

1.3 Equipment List........................................................................................................................ 2

1.4 Equipment Setup..................................................................................................................... 2

1.5 PC Configuration.................................................................................................................... 2

1.6 Transmit and Receive IF Configuration............................................................................... 3

1.7 Basic IP Configuration ........................................................................................................... 3

1.7.1 Main Menu......................................................................................................................... 4

1.7.2 Restoring factory Default Configuration ........................................................................... 4

1.7.3 CiM 1 Configuration.......................................................................................................... 5

1.7.4 CiM 2 Configuration.......................................................................................................... 6

1.7.5 Verification ........................................................................................................................ 7

1.8 Using Encryption .................................................................................................................... 8

1.8.1 CiM 1 Configuration.......................................................................................................... 8

1.8.2 Configuration ..................................................................................................................... 9

1.8.3 Verification ...................................................................................................................... 10

1.9 Other Configuration Items...................................................................................................11

1.9.1 User Names & Passwords................................................................................................ 11

1.9.2 Access Lists ..................................................................................................................... 11

1.9.3 Enabling/Disabling Telnet ............................................................................................... 13

Figures

Figure 1. Typical Point-to-Point System Configuration................................................................ 1

Figure 2. Main Menu ..................................................................................................................... 4

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OVERVIEW OF CHANGES TO PREVIOUS EDITION

CD/CIMQSTART.IOM Rev. 1 replaces part number CD/CIMQSTART.IOM Rev. -.

A summary of the changes made for Rev. 1 includes:

Chapter 1 Changed addresses in Figure 1 and through out the procedure.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual provides installation and operation information for the Comtech EF Data
CiM-IP Enabled Modems. This is a technical document intended for earth station
engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the operation and maintenance of
the CiM-IP Enabled Modems.

CONVENTIONS AND REFERENCES

CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Indicates information critical for proper equipment function.

IMPORTANT

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. CAUTION may also be used to indicate other unsafe practices or risks of

CAUTION

WARN ING

property damage.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

METRIC CONVERSION

Metric conversion information is located on the inside back cover of this manual. This
information is provided to assist the operator in cross-referencing English to Metric
conversions.

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RECOMMENDED STANDARD DESIGNATIONS

Recommended Standard (RS) Designations have been superseded by the new designation
of the Electronic Industries Association (EIA). References to the old designations are
shown only when depicting actual text displayed on the screen of the unit (RS-232, RS­485, etc.). All other references in the manual will be shown with the EIA designations
(EIA-232, EIA-485, etc.) only.

TRADEMARKS

All product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective companies and are hereby acknowledged.

REPORTING COMMENTS OR SUGGESTIONS CONCERNING THIS MANUAL

Comments and suggestions regarding the content and design of this manual will be
appreciated. To submit comments, please contact the Comtech EF Data Customer
Support Department.

EMC COMPLIANCE

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference that
requires the user to take adequate protection measures.

EN55022 COMPLIANCE

This equipment meets the radio disturbance characteristic specifications for information
technology equipment as defined in EN55022.

EN50082-1 COMPLIANCE

This equipment meets the electromagnetic compatibility/generic immunity standard as
defined in EN50082-1.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment.

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This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference; in which case, users are required to correct the interference at their
own expense.

Note: To ensure compliance, properly shielded cables for DATA I/O shall be used. More

specifically, these cables shall be shielded from end to end, ensuring a continuous shield.

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SAFETY COMPLIANCE

EN 60950

Applicable testing is routinely performed as a condition of manufacturing on all units to
ensure compliance with safety requirements of EN60950.

This equipment meets the Safety of Information Technology Equipment specification as
defined in EN60950.

LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE (LVD)

The following information is applicable for the European Low Voltage Directive
(EN60950):

<HAR> Type of power cord required for use in the European Community.

CAUTION: Double-pole/Neutral Fusing.

!

ACHTUNG: Zweipolige bzw. Neutralleiter-Sicherung.

International Symbols:

Symbol Definition Symbol Definition

Alternating Current.

Fuse.

Protective Earth.

Chassis Ground.

Note: For additional symbols, refer to “Cautions” listed earlier in this preface.

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WARRANTY POLICY

This Comtech EF Data product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship
for a period of two years from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, Comtech
EF Data will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective.

For equipment under warranty, the customer is responsible for freight to Comtech EF
Data and all related custom, taxes, tariffs, insurance, etc. Comtech EF Data is responsible
for the freight charges only for return of the equipment from the factory to the customer.
Comtech EF Data will return the equipment by the same method (i.e., Air, Express,
Surface) as the equipment was sent to Comtech EF Data.

LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTY

The foregoing warranty shall not apply to defects resulting from improper installation or
maintenance, abuse, unauthorized modification, or operation outside of environmental
specifications for the product, or, for damages that occur due to improper repackaging of
equipment for return to Comtech EF Data.

No other warranty is expressed or implied. Comtech EF Data specifically disclaims the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose.

EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES

The remedies provided herein are the buyer's sole and exclusive remedies. Comtech EF
Data shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential
damages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

DISCLAIMER

Comtech EF Data has reviewed this manual thoroughly in order that it will be an easy-to­use guide to your equipment. All statements, technical information, and
recommendations in this manual and in any guides or related documents are believed
reliable, but the accuracy and completeness thereof are not guaranteed or warranted, and
they are not intended to be, nor should they be understood to be, representations or
warranties concerning the products described. Further, Comtech EF Data reserves the
right to make changes in the specifications of the products described in this manual at any
time without notice and without obligation to notify any person of such changes.

If you have any questions regarding the equipment or the information in this manual,
please contact the Comtech EF Data Customer Support Department

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