6950 Enterprise Gateway Server
USER’S GUIDE
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PN: 961-047-091
Revision D
September 1999
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CONTENTS
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SECTION 1
Read This First 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scope 1Ć1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Purpose 1Ć1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assumptions 1Ć1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limitation 1Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Content Summary 1Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Publications 1Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 2
Introduction 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About the 6950 EGS 2Ć1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quick Start 2Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Open the Box and Inspect Contents 2Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Support 2Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Factory Service 2Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Response Center 2Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Web Site 2Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bulletin Board Service 2Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 2Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 3
Installation 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Site Consideration 3Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting an Access Point or Radio Base 3Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting a Controller or Gateway 3Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RC3250 Network Controller 3Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RCB4030 Base/Controller 3Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RC4030E Gateway 3Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Panel 3Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back Panel 3Ć9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Location 3Ć12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mounting Brackets 3Ć12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Cabling 3Ć14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Collecting the Equipment 3Ć14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10BASE2 Components 3Ć14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10BASEĆT or 100BASEĆT Component 3Ć15. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to Ethernet 3Ć16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10BASE2 3Ć16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
End of Segment 3Ć16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Middle of Segment 3Ć16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10BASEĆT or 100BASEĆT 3Ć18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Applying Power 3Ć20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 4
Connecting to the 6950 EGS 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Telnet 4Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Video Monitor and Keyboard 4Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dumb Terminal 4Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 5
Configuring Network Options 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required Information 5Ć1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started 5Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the IP Menu 5Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring IP Addresses 5Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring Host Names 5Ć19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding a Host 5Ć20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting a Host 5Ć21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing IP Addresses and Host Names 5Ć21. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pinging a Host 5Ć23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening a Telnet Session 5Ć24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Up the RF Units 5Ć25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Date and Time 5Ć28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 6
Configuring Radio Frequency Communication 6-1. . . . . . . .
Configuring Through an Ethernet Connection 6Ć2. . . . . . . . . .
Configuring Through an RSĆ232 Connection 6Ć6. . . . . . . . . . .
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SECTION 7
Halting, Rebooting, or Restarting the 6950 EGS 7-1. . . . . . .
Halting the 6950 EGS 7Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rebooting the 6950 EGS 7Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restarting the 6950 EGS 7Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Logging in to the Host 7Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VT220 Terminal Emulation 7Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TN3270 or TN5250 Terminal Emulation 7Ć9. . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 8
Monitoring the System 8-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System Monitor 8Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Logs 8Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing the Log File 8Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Watching the Log File 8Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clearing the Log File 8Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RSĆ232 Log Debug Levels 8Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Debug Level=0 8Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Debug Level=1 8Ć9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Debug Level=2 8Ć10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ethernet Log 8Ć12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Debug Level=0 8Ć12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Debug Level=1 8Ć12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Debug Level=2 8Ć13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Abnormal Conditions 8Ć14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time Test 8Ć15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 9
Updating the 6950 EGS Software 9-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 10
Host Application Program 10-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General 10Ć1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Native Sockets Overview 10Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supported Products 10Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication Basics 10Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Host Programming 10Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coding the Application 10Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Response Formats 10Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Error Messages 10Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Normal Communication 10Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coding the Application 10Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NORANDR Native Syntax for Wireless Stations 10Ć6. . . .
Write Display 10Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Commands and Responses 10Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Native Mode Responses from the 6950 EGS 10Ć8. . . . .
Configuration 10Ć9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Demonstration Program 10Ć12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INDEX Index-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FIGURES
Figure 3Ć1 6950 EGS and Access Point or Radio Base
Directly Connected 3Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć2 6950 EGS and Access Point Linked to
Host Via Router 3Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć3 RC3250 Network Controller Connected
to 6950 EGS 3Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć4 RC3250 Network Controller Attached
with Modem to 6950 EGS 3Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć5 6950 EGS Connected to RCB4030
Base/Controller 3Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć6 6950 EGS Connected to RC4030E Gateway 3Ć7. .
Figure 3Ć7 Front Panel 3Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć8 Back Panel of Current Model of 6950 EGS 3Ć10. .
Figure 3Ć9 Back Panel of Early Model of 6950 EGS 3Ć11. . . . .
Figure 3Ć10 TĆconnector 3Ć14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć11 Cable Terminator 3Ć15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć12 Cable With RJ45 Plugs 3Ć15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć13 6950 EGS at End of 10BASE2 Segment 3Ć17. . . .
Figure 3Ć14 6950 EGS in Middle of 10BASE2 Segment 3Ć18.
Figure 3Ć15 6950 EGS Connected to 10BASEĆT or
100BASEĆT 3Ć19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 3Ć16 AC Power Connection 3Ć21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5Ć1 Default Gateway to Host 5Ć10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Figure 5Ć2 Static Route to Host 5Ć12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TABLES
Table 10Ć1 Abbreviated Commands 10Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 10Ć2 Write Display Error Codes 10Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 10Ć3 Abbreviated Commands 10Ć7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table 10Ć4 Codes in Wireless Station Number Field 10Ć8. . . .
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Section 1
Read This First
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Scope
This document covers installation, configuration, and
upgrade of the 6950 Enterprise Gateway Server (EGS). It
also describes the information available through logs to
assist in isolating communication problems.
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NOTE: We continue to use the NORANDR name in this guide. It was
retained to eliminate confusion since the 6950 EGS operates with
wireless network devices that still carry the NORAND label.
Purpose
To aid the person installing, configuring, upgrading, or
troubleshooting the 6950 EGS.
Assumptions
This guide assumes you already know how to cut, splice,
and attach connectors to cabling. It also assumes you know
the basics of internet addressing and TCP/IP.
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Limitation
The 6950 EGS is a conduit between wireless stations and a
host application. We provide minimal information about
writing host applications. Developers can find extensive
assistance about writing to and reading from the wireless
stations by consulting the programmer's guide for their
data stream. We also offer a guide for addressing wireless
stations in their native mode.
Content Summary
This guide tells:
" How to perform a quick start, what comes with the
6950 EGS, optional mounting brackets, and where to
call for support Ċ Section 2, Introduction"
" How to install the 6950 EGS and other devices on your
Ethernet network Ċ Section 3, Installation"
" How to connect to the 6950 EGS via telnet, a video
monitor and keyboard, or a dumb terminal Ċ Section 4,
Connecting to the 6950 EGS"
" How to configure your networkĆspecific parameters,
including IP addresses, host names and addresses,
and static routing Ċ Section 5, Configuring Network
Options"
" How to configure RF communications Ċ Section 6,
Configuring Radio Frequency Communication"
" How to stop, reboot, or restart the 6950 EGS Ċ
Section 7, Halting, Rebooting, or Restarting the 6950
EGS"
" How to monitor the 6950 EGS and the system Ċ
Section 8, Monitoring the System"
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" How to update the 6950 EGS's software and what
information to save before you begin Ċ Section 9,
Updating the 6950 EGS Software"
" The basic information you must know to develop a
host application or adapt an existing one Ċ Section
10, Host Application Program"
Related Publications
To order a printed manual, contact your Intermec Sales
Representative. Several online manuals are also available
in Portable Document Format (PDF) on the Intermec web
site. The list of online manuals is at:
http://www.intermec.com/manuals/english.htm
Or, choose Products" then Manuals" and English" from
the opening page.
You must download the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to view
the PDF manuals. Instructions are at:
http://www.intermec.com/manuals/manuals.htm#reader
Following are related INTERMEC manuals and part
numbers (PN).
" 6710 Access Point User's Guide PN: 961Ć047Ć081
" 2100 Universal Access Point User's Manual
PN: 067150
" RB4030 Radio Base User's Guide PN: 961Ć047Ć057
" RCB4030 Spread Spectrum Base and Base/Controller
User's Guide PN: 961Ć047Ć075
" RC3240/RC3250 Network Controller User's Guide
PN: 961Ć047Ć040
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" User's guide for any base radio the RC3250 Network
Controller supports.
" User's guides for these wireless stations:
5055 PN: 961Ć054Ć017
6400 PN: 961Ć047Ć093
6500/6550 PN: 961Ć047Ć099
RT1100 PN: 961Ć047Ć069
RT1700 PN: 961Ć047Ć068
RT5900 PN: 961Ć047Ć121
" Programmer guides for writing the host application
for the wireless stations:
3270 Terminal Emulation Programmer's Reference
Guide PN: 977Ć047Ć040
5250 Terminal Emulation Programmer's Reference
Guide PN: 977Ć047Ć039
Native Terminal Emulation Asynchronous
Programmer's Reference Guide PN: 977Ć047Ć038
UNIX Network Programming by W. Richard Stevens
ISBN 0Ć13Ć94876Ć1
VT220 Terminal Emulation Programmer's Reference
Guide PN: 977Ć047Ć037
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Section 2
Introduction
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About the 6950 EGS
The 6950 EGS is a communication gateway between
applications running on your host computer or computers
and an Enterprise Wireless LAN by INTERMEC
. It
connects your handĆheld wireless stations and enterprise
host via a TCP/IP telnet session. The 6950 EGS supports
communications from wireless stations to multiple host
applications.
The Enterprise Wireless LAN is the portion of the network
that handles communication between INTERMEC
wired
and wireless products. A wireless network includes the
6950 EGS; RC3250 Network Controller, RCB4030
Base/Controller, or RC4030E Gateway; 2100 UAPs, 6710
Access Points, or RB4030 Base Radios; and wireless
stations.
The 6950 EGS connects to the RF network by one of these
methods:
" A 2100 UAP or 6710 Access Point on the Enterprise
Wireless LAN, connected (without a controller) via one
of its Ethernet ports to the Ethernet network at a
remote location from the 6950 EGS.
" An RB4030 Radio Base connected (without a
controller) via one of its Ethernet ports to the
Ethernet network at a remote location from the 6950
EGS.
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" An RCB4030 Base/Controller connected through the
6950 EGS serial (COM1) port to its host port.
" A RC3250 Network Controller connected through the
6950 EGS serial RSĆ232 port (COM1) to its host port.
The base radio connects to the network controller.
This method supports UHF radio systems using
RSĆ485 or RSĆ232 communication with the controller.
The 6950 EGS simultaneously supports 3270, 5250, and
VT220 terminal emulation by the wireless stations. The
wireless station's firmware sets the type of terminal
emulation. Messages between the wireless station and the
6950 EGS set the communication method.
Quick Start
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NOTE: For help with configuring the wireless station, RB4030 Base Radio,
or RC3250, RC4030, or RCB4030 serial controller, refer to the
device’s user guide for instructions.
Enterprise Wireless LAN Systems
(Non-RB4030 Base Radio) Over Ethernet
(Page 3Ć3 shows an example of this type of system.)
1. Set the wireless stations' host name to HOST".
2. Set the wireless stations' LAN ID to match the LAN
ID for the 2100 Universal Access Point (UAP) or 6710
Access Point.
3. Set the wireless stations' terminal emulation type to
3270, 5250, or VT220.
4. If running 3270 or 5250, enable the wireless stations'
Telnet" option.
5. Configure the 6950 EGS's IP setup (see Section 5 for
help).
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SST Systems (RB4030 Base Radio) Over
Ethernet
(Page 3Ć3 shows an example of this type of system.)
1. Set the wireless stations' host name to HOST".
2. Set the wireless stations' LAN ID to 0 (zero).
3. Set the wireless stations' terminal emulation type to
3270, 5250, or VT220.
4. If running 3270 or 5250, enable the wireless stations'
Telnet" option.
5. Set one RB4030 Base Radio to be the root" by setting
dip switches 5 or 6 (or both).
6. Configure the 6950 EGS's IP setup (see Section 5 for
help).
UHF or Asynchronous (RS-232) Systems
(Pages 3Ć5 through 3Ć7 show examples of these systems.)
1. Configure the RC3250, RC4030, or RCB4030 serial
controller.
2. Configure the 6950 EGS to be RSĆ232," and set the
RSĆ232 settings to match those of the serial controller
(see Section 6 for help).
3. Set the wireless stations' host name to match the
serial controller's host name.
4. Set the wireless stations' LAN ID to match the serial
controller's LAN ID.
5. Set the wireless stations' terminal emulation type to
VT220.
6. Disable the wireless stations' Telnet" option.
7. Configure the 6950 EGS's IP setup (see Section 5 for
help).
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Open the Box and Inspect Contents
The box should have one 6950 EGS, a 7 foot ac power cable,
and (if you ordered an internal modem) a telephone cord
with RJ11 plugs. If you ordered an optional mounting
bracket, it is packaged separately.
1. Remove the 6950 EGS from its shipping container and
inspect it for damage.
2. If it has been damaged in shipping, record the model
number, part number, and serial number of the
damaged unit.
3. Save any paperwork pertaining to the shipment, and
immediately notify the transport company of the
damaged item(s). Follow their instructions for filing a
claim on the damaged item.
Customer Support
Customer Support's onĆgoing objective is to provide quality
support to all of our customers worldwide.
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Factory Service
If your unit is faulty, you can ship it to the nearest
authorized Service Center for factoryĆquality service. The
addresses and telephone numbers are included in the
Warranty Card shipped with your product.
Customer Response Center
The Customer Response Center (technical support)
telephone number is 800Ć755Ć5505 (U.S.A. or Canada) or
425Ć356Ć1799. The facsimile number is 425Ć356Ć1688.
Email is support@intermec.com.
If you email or fax a problem or question include the
following information in your message: your name, your
company name and address, phone number and email to
respond to, and problem description or question (the more
specific, the better). If the equipment was purchased
through a Premier Solution Partner, please include that
information.
Web Site
The Customer Support File Libraries, including Hot Tips
and Product Awareness Bulletins, are available on the
Internet. New users start at the Intemec web site:
www.intermec.com. Choose Support," then Product
Support," then Conference Area." Look on the main page
for a link to register new customers.
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Bulletin Board Service
The Customer Support Bulletin Board (BBS), maintained
by the Norand Mobile Systems Division of Intermec
Technologies Corporation, provides software and
documentation:
" Phone number: 319Ć369Ć3515 (14.4 Kbps modem)
319Ć369Ć3516 (28.8 Kbps modem)
" Protocol: Full duplex, ANSI or ANSIĆBBS; 300 to
28,800 bps; v.32bis; 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. For
highĆspeed modems, disable XON/XOFF and enable
RTS/CTS.
This is the same location available via the web site. If your
web access uses highĆspeed phone lines, the web interface
provides a faster response.
Specifications
For information about electrical and environmental
specifications for the 6950 EGS, refer to the specifications
provided with it.
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Section 3
Installation
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You must successfully establish two connections with the
6950 EGS after it powers up Ċ one to the wireless
equipment and one to the host. The 6950 EGS supports
communication from wireless stations to multiple host
applications. To establish connections, do the following:
" Connect the Ethernet port on your 6950 EGS to the
network.
" Connect other network devices as follows:
" Connect a 2100 UAP, 6710 Access Point, or
RB4030 Base Radio through a direct connection
to the Ethernet network. These devices do not
require a controller.
" Connect an RCB4030 Base/Controller, RC4030E
Gateway, or RC3250 Network Controller through
an RSĆ232 serial connection to the 6950 EGS.
An RB4030 Base Radio or RB3000 Base Station
directly connects to the controller.
This section describes some different configurations for the
6950 EGS and then shows how to install each one.
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Site Consideration
Consider the following when preparing for the 6950 EGS.
" Security: Isolate the 6950 EGS from anyone who
might tamper with it.
" Environment: Use an electrical circuit that does not
already carry a heavy load. Protect the power switch
so the 6950 EGS cannot be accidentally bumped and
turned off. Make sure the room is wellĆventilated to
protect from overheating.
" Access: Place it where you can easily check or change
the cables and see the Power" and HD" lights.
" Cables: Ensure they are defect free. Keep cable
lengths short to reduce electrical interference.
" Fault tolerance: Consider an uninterruptable power
supply. If the 6950 EGS serves a critical function,
consider a spare.
Intermec strongly recommends that Intermec or certified
providers conduct a site survey to determine the ideal
locations for all of your network components. A proper site
survey requires special equipment and training. A site
survey provides an installation recommendation that
addresses various factors that can affect the performance of
your Enterprise Wireless LAN.
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Connecting an Access Point or Radio
Base
Figure 3Ć1 shows a configuration where the 6950 EGS and
the radio link have been independently attached to the
Ethernet network.
2100 U niversal Access Point
or
6710 Access Point
or
RB4030 Radio Base
Figure 3Ć1
6950 EGS and Access Point or Radio Base Directly
Connected
Ethernet n e t w o r k
6950 EGS
VAX
Host
UNIX
Host
IBM
Mainframe
RF
unit
RF
unit
In this example, access points attached to the Ethernet
backbone communicate with wireless stations with 2.4 GHz
OpenAir or 900 MHz radios.
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Figure 3Ć2 shows the 6950 EGS and access point connected
to an IBM host through a router. The AS/400 host could be
the default host supplying an application the terminals run
with telnet 3270 or 5250 sessions. The mainframe could
serve as the Domain Name Server (DNS).
Figure 3Ć2
6950 EGS and Access Point Linked to Host Via Router
2100 UAP
or
6710 Access
Point
6950 EGS
Router
AS/400
Default
Host
Ethernet network for wireless stations
Ethernet network to hosts
IBM
Mainframe
local IP
host IP
RF
unit
RF
unit
Connecting a Controller or Gateway
An RCB4030 Base/Controller, RC4030E Gateway, or
RC3250 Network Controller can directly connect to the
6950 EGS. A controller such as the RCB4030 or RC3250 is
only required when you need a UHF radio solution or do not
want to attach the base radios to your Ethernet network.
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RC3250 Network Controller
In Figure 3Ć3, an RC3250 Network Controller host port
connects to COM1 on the 6950 EGS with a serial RSĆ232
connection. The controller sends and receives its radio
messages via the RB3000 Base Station. The base radio
communicates with UHF RF wireless stations.
Figure 3Ć3
RC3250 Network Controller Connected to 6950 EGS
6950 EGS
Host
RB3000 Base
Station (UHF)
Serial RS-232 on COM1
RC3250 Network
Controller
RS-232
Ethernet network
RF
unit
RF
unit
In Figure 3Ć4, the serial connection with the RC3250
Network Controller uses modems. The local modem
attaches to COM1 on the 6950 EGS with a serial RSĆ232
connection. The base radio attaches to the network
controller. The controllerĆtoĆbase connection is RSĆ232 for
UHF radios.
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Figure 3Ć4
RC3250 Network Controller Attached with Modem to
6950 EGS
Ethernet n e t w o r k
6950 EGS
Host
RB3000 Base
Station (UHF)
Remote modem
at site
RC3250 Network
Controller
RS-232
local modem
on COM1
Public telephone
network
RS-232
UHF
RF
unit
UHF
RF
unit
You can use a modem with either type of serial connection
and any base the controller supports. A modem
configuration suits when the 6950 EGS is remote from the
wireless network.
RCB4030 Base/Controller
In Figure 3Ć5, the 6950 EGS uses a serial connection to an
RCB4030 Base/Controller. The RCB4030 Base/Controller
communicates with the RB4030 Base Radio via radio. The
controller sends and receive radio messages with SST RF
wireless stations.
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Figure 3Ć5
6950 EGS Connected to RCB4030 Base/Controller
RCB4030
Base/Controller
RS-232
Ethernet backbone
RB4030
Base Radio
6950 EGS
SST
RF
unit
SST
RF
unit
RC4030E Gateway
In Figure 3Ć6, the 6950 EGS uses a serial connection to an
RC4030E Gateway, which can communicate via Ethernet
with a 6710 Access Point. Radio links the synthesized UHF
RF wireless stations. The gateway could be removed, since
the controller functions are integrated in the 6950 EGS.
Figure 3Ć6
6950 EGS Connected to RC4030E Gateway
6950 EGS
RC4030E
Gateway
Ethernet backbone
6710 Access
Point
UHF–S
RF unit
UHF–S
RF unit
RS-232
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Front Panel
The 6950 EGS has two indicators on the front panel
(Figure 3Ć7). The Power" indicator lights when the 6950
EGS is plugged in. The HD" indicator flashes when the
hard disk drive is being accessed.
Figure 3Ć7
Front Panel
1
2
1. Power light — “Power”
2. Hard drive light — “HD”
3. Thumb screws
3
The front panel also has thumb screws for the mounting
bracket.
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Back Panel
The 6950 EGS has only one operating control, the power
switch, on its back panel. Two models of the 6950 EGS
have been produced. Both models have the following
connectors:
" 25Ćpin for external disk drive (updates only)
" 15Ćpin video monitor
" 2 9Ćpin serial communication ports, both configured
for RSĆ232 communication
" RJ45 jack for Ethernet 10BASEĆT
" PS/2 keyboard
" LINE/PHONE" jacks to a V.32 and V.42 internal
modem set to autoanswer for remote 6950 EGS
configuration. (Modems are optional.)
" Switchable 110, 220, or 240 V ac power supply
Figure 3Ć8 shows the rear panel of the current model. Note
that on the current model, the RJ45 jack is also the
connector for 100BASEĆT.
Early models of the 6950 EGS also have these components:
" 15Ćpin AUI port for Ethernet 10BASE5
" BNC connector for Ethernet 10BASE2
Figure 3Ć9 shows the rear panel of the early model.
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COM2
Floppy
1. External disk drive connector
2. Video connector (dumb terminal)
3. COM1 connector
4. RJ45 jack for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-T Ethernet connection
5. PS/2 keyboard connector (dumb terminal)
6. COM2 connector (dumb terminal)
7. Modem jacks
8. Power supply socket
9. Power switch
Figure 3Ć8
Back Panel of Current Model of 6950 EGS
6
7
2
8
1
9
Service Only
LINE
PHONE
3
4
5
VideoCOM1EthernetKeyboard
Phone Line
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↓↓
COM2
↑↑
FLOPPY (Service Only)
ETHERNET or RS-485↑↑
1. External disk drive connector
2. Modem jacks
3. COM2 connector (dumb terminal)
4. RJ45 jack for 10BASE-T Ethernet connection
5. Video connector (dumb terminal)
6. AUI jack for 10BASE5 Ethernet connection
7. COM1 connector
8. BNC connector for 10BASE2 Ethernet connection
9. PS/2 keyboard connector (dumb terminal)
10. Power supply socket
11. Power switch
↑↑
LINE/PHONE
VIDEO
COM1
KEYBOARD
DIGIBOARD
↑↑
↑↑
↑↑
↑↑
Figure 3Ć9
Back Panel of Early Model of 6950 EGS
2
3
5
7
4
6
8
9
10
11
1
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During normal Ethernet operation, you do not use the
floppy drive, video, keyboard, or either of the
communication ports.
On the early model of the 6950 EGS, only one of the
Ethernet connectors can be used at a time.
If configured for RSĆ232 communication, the 6950 EGS can
use one communication port (COM1) to connect to an
RC3250 Network Controller, RCB4030 Base/Controller, or
RC4030E Gateway. The COM2 port is always reserved for
dumb terminal operation and cannot operate RF
equipment.
Location
Locate the 6950 EGS indoors within 7 running feet of an
electrical outlet so the alternating current power cord
reaches the power supply. Choose a location where you can
see the LEDs on the the front panel and reach the power
switch on the back panel.
Mounting Brackets
The 6950 EGS can stand free on a counter or shelf, or you
can mount it on a shelf or wall bracket. If you choose to use
a bracket, you need one of three optional mounting
brackets. The bracket part numbers (PN) follow.
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PN Description Dimensions
850Ć529Ć102 Wall mount bracket 16.8 x 12.75 x 5.25 inches
42.7 x 32.4 x 13.3 cm
850Ć529Ć101 Shelf mount bracket
for single 6950 EGS
16.8 x 5.4 x 3.75 inches
42.7 x 13.7 x 9.5 cm
850Ć529Ć103 Shelf mount bracket
for two 6950 EGSs
(double width)
16.8 x 9.8 x 3.75 inches
42.7 x 24.9 x 9.5 cm
To install a bracket for the 6950 EGS:
1. Use holes in the bracket as a template to mark wall or
counter holes for mounting hardware (purchased
locally).
2. Drill holes and install anchors (if used).
3. Position bracket and install mounting hardware.
4. Remove two thumb screws on the lower front panel of
the 6950 EGS.
5. Slide the 6950 EGS into position.
6. Thread thumb screws through the 6950 EGS and
mounting bracket.
7. Tighten thumb screws.
8. Attach cables.
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Cabling
The cable required for the Ethernet connection is a
standard device cable for your network. We sell the cable
for connecting the RC3250 Network Controller's host port
to the 6950 EGS's COM1 port. Its part number is
216Ć772Ć0xx, where xx" indicates the cable length.
Contact your representative for details.
Collecting the Equipment
Before you install the 6950 EGS, collect the equipment you
need. The early model of the 6950 EGS directly connects to
10BASE2 or 10BASEĆT Ethernet medium. The current
model connects to 10BASEĆT or 100BASEĆT.
10BASE2 Components
10BASE2 components include the proper lengths of
10BASE2 coax cable, a TĆconnector, and a cable terminator.
On the early model of the 6950 EGS, the 10BASE2
TĆconnector (Figure 3Ć10) attaches to the 6950 EGS's
10BASE2 port, and connects the 6950 EGS to the middle or
end of 10BASE2 cable.
Figure 3Ć10
T-connector
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