Lucent Technologies MAX 3000 Installation And Basic Configuration Manual

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Contents

Customer Service..................................................................................................................... iii

About This Guide............................................................................ xiii

What is in this guide............................................................................................................... xiii

What you should know ........................................................................................................... xiv

Documentation conventions.................................................................................................... xiv

Documentation set.................................................................................................................... xv

Chapter 1 Getting Acquainted with the MAX................................................. 1-1

What is the MAX? ................................................................................................................. 1-1

The items in your MAX package........................................................................................... 1-1

Checking the MAX base unit.......................................................................................... 1-1

Checking other package contents ................................................................................... 1-3

Checking the expansion cards......................................................................................... 1-4

Interfaces................................................................................................................................ 1-6

Interfaces on the base unit .............................................................................................. 1-6

Interfaces on expansion cards......................................................................................... 1-7

Upgrading memory and compression modules...................................................................... 1-7

Chapter 2 Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware .................................. 2-1

Planning the hardware installation ......................................................................................... 2-1

What you need before you start...................................................................................... 2-1

Digital modem card support ........................................................................................... 2-2

Installing the MAX without a rack ........................................................................................ 2-2

Installing the MAX in a rack.................................................................................................. 2-2

Removing the system tray............................................................................................... 2-3

Securing the MAX cover to the rack.............................................................................. 2-4

Reinserting the system tray............................................................................................. 2-5

Connecting the MAX to a terminal................................................................................. 2-6

Inserting expansion cards.......................................................................................................2-6

Connecting to the LAN.......................................................................................................... 2-8

Connecting the MAX to a T1 line.......................................................................................... 2-8

Connecting the MAX to an E1 line........................................................................................ 2-8

Interpreting the MAX indicator lights ................................................................................... 2-9

MAX front-panel lights .................................................................................................. 2-9

MAX back-panel lights................................................................................................. 2-10

Starting the MAX........................................................................ ..... .................................... 2-11

Chapter 3 MAX User Interfaces....................................................................... 3-1

Accessing the VT100 interface.............................................................................................. 3-1

Preparing a terminal, PC, or workstation for use as a MAX console............................. 3-2

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Using a console connection to access the VT100 interface............................................ 3-2

Using Telnet to access the VT100 interface................................................................... 3-2

Using configuration menus.................................................................................................... 3-3

Main Edit Menu............................................................. ....................................... ...... .... 3-3

Profiles.................................................... ...... ....................................... ...... ..................... 3-5

Navigating the VT100 interface ..................................................................................... 3-5

Activating menus or status windows.............................................................................. 3-6

Opening menus and profiles........................................................................................... 3-6

Setting parameters........................................................................................................... 3-8

Saving your changes....................................................................................................... 3-9

Creating and saving a profile.......................................................................................... 3-9

Activating a profile......................................................................................................... 3-9

Returning all values to their defaults............................................................................ 3-10

Using the DO menu ...................................................................................................... 3-10

Using command-line-interface (CLI) tools.......................................................................... 3-12

Using the terminal-server CLI...................................................................................... 3-12

Using the Diagnostic-mode CLI................................................................................... 3-18

Using status windows........................................................................................................... 3-21

Activating and navigating status windows................................................................... 3-22

Default status window displays.................................................................................... 3-22

Specifying which status windows appear..................................................................... 3-27

Specialized interfaces for MAX configuration and network management.......................... 3-28

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)......................................................... 3-28

Syslog host reporting.................................... ...... ....................................... ...... ............. 3-28

Navis network management applications..................................................................... 3-28

RADIUS-based products .............................................................................................. 3-28

Chapter 4 Preparing to Configure the MAX ................................................... 4-1

Preparing the MAX and network........................................................................................... 4-1

Assigning an IP address to the MAX..................................................................................... 4-2

Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes.............................................. 4-3

Restricting the default access.......................................................................................... 4-3

Changing the password in the Full Access Security profile........................................... 4-5

Setting password protection for Telnet access................................................................ 4-6

Setting password protection for SNMP access............................................................... 4-9

Setting MAX system options............................................................................................... 4-10

Activating administrative permissions.......................................................................... 4-10

Establishing a system name and other system characteristics...................................... 4-11

Establishing Syslog logging.......................................................................................... 4-12

Chapter 5 Basic Configuration Tasks............................................................. 5-1

Establishing TCP/IP connectivity through the Ether Options profile.................................... 5-1

Establishing WAN connectivity through Connection profiles .............................................. 5-1

Connection profile functions .......................................................................................... 5-2

Handling incoming calls through the Answer profile............................................................ 5-6

Determining which calls are answered........................................................................... 5-6

Building a connection through the Answer profile......................................................... 5-6

Establishing dial-in calls through terminal-server connections............................................. 5-8

How the terminal server handles calls............................................................................ 5-8

Terminal-server configuration tasks............................................................................... 5-9

Establishing dial-out calls through terminal-server connections......................................... 5-12

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Using immediate modem dial-out................................................................................. 5-12

Using nonimmediate modem dial-out........................................................................... 5-12

Chapter 6 Quickstart........................................................................................ 6-1

Introduction............................................................................................................................ 6-1

Preparation required............................................................................................................... 6-2

Configuring the Ethernet interface.............................................. ..... ...... ................................ 6-2

Gathering configuration information for your Ethernet interface .................................. 6-3

Setting the parameters for the Ethernet interface............................................................ 6-4

Testing the LAN connection.................................................................................................. 6-6

Configuring WAN lines......................................................................................................... 6-7

BRI line configuration............................................................................... ...... ............... 6-7

T1/PRI line configuration............................................................................................. 6-10

E1/PRI line configuration............................................................................................. 6-17

Testing the WAN connection............................................................................................... 6-24

Chapter 7 Next Steps ....................................................................................... 7-1

Configuring MAX functionality............................................................................................ 7-1

Lines, slots, and ports ..................................................................................................... 7-1

WAN connections........................................................................................................... 7-2

Security........................................................................................................................... 7-3

Configuring the MAX for Internet services.................................................................... 7-4

Configuring the MAX as an IPX router.......................................................................... 7-5

Configuring the MAX for Frame Relay ......................................................................... 7-5

Configuring the MAX as a link-level bridge.................................................................. 7-6

Managing MAX units ........................................................... ...... ..... ...................................... 7-6

Appendix A Provisioning the Switch................................................................. A-1

Provisioning the switch for T1 access................................................................................... A-1

Provisioning the switch for T1/PRI access........................................................................... A-2

Provisioning the switch for E1/PRI access........................................................................... A-3

What you need from your E1/PRI service provider ...................................................... A-3

E1/PRI WAN switched services supported................................................................... A-3

Provisioning the switch for ISDN BRI access...................................................................... A-3

Parameters on the MAX ................................................................................................ A-3

Information required from the ISDN BRI provider....................................................... A-5

Appendix B Upgrading the MAX 3000................................................................ B-1

Changing memory modules................................................................................................... B-2

Remove the system tray from the MAX cover ............................................................... B-2

Locate and remove the existing card.............................................................................. B-3

Replace the card.............................................................................................................. B-5

Put the system tray back into the MAX cover................................................................ B-5

Adding a compression/encryption module ............................................................................ B-6

Remove the system tray from the MAX cover ............................................................... B-6

Locate the socket and insert the compression/encryption module ................................. B-7

Put the system tray back into the MAX cover................................................................ B-8

Converting ISDN BRI S-interface models between NT and TE equipment ......................... B-9

Removing the system tray from the MAX cover............................................................ B-9

Confirming you have a BRI S-interface model .............................................................. B-9

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Converting from NT to TE........................................................................................... B-11

Converting from TE to NT........................................................................................... B-11

Putting the system tray back into the MAX cover........................................................ B-11

Appendix C Cables and Connectors.................................................................. C-1

User interface specifications.................................................................................................. C-1

Control-port and cabling pinouts for the control monitor and MIF................................ C-1

Pinouts for the palmtop controller.................................................................................. C-2

Palmtop-port and cabling pinouts for a control monitor....................................... ...... .... C-3

Ethernet interface specifications............................................................................................ C -4

10BaseT cables............................................................................................................... C-4

100BaseT cables............................................................................. ..... ........................... C-4

T1/PRI interface specifications.............................................................................................. C-5

T1/PRI CSU requirements.............................................................................................. C-5

T1/PRI cable specifications............................................................................................ C-6

T1/PRI WAN ports....................................................................................................... C-12

WAN switched services available to the MAX............................................................ C-12

E1/PRI interface specifications............................................................................................ C-13

E1/PRI cable specifications.......................................................................................... C-13

E1/PRI WAN ports....................................................................................................... C-17

Interface specifications for ISDN BRI........................................ ....................................... .. C-18

MAX 3000 BRI interfaces............................................................................................ C-18

Net/BRI module (expansion card) interfaces................................................................ C-18

Host/BRI module (expansion card) interface............................................................... C-19

Serial host interface specifications....................................................................................... C-19

V.35 cabling.................................................................................................................. C-20

RS-366 cabling ............................................................................................................. C-30

X.21 cabling.................................................................................................................. C-36

Cable length requirements............................................................................................ C-37

Serial WAN cabling specifications...................................................................................... C-38

V.35 cable to WAN ...................................................................................................... C-38

RS-449 cable to WAN.................................................................................................. C-39

IDSL specifications.............................................................................................................. C-40

General specifications................................................................................................... C-40

Network-interface specifications.................................................................................. C-40

Loopback testing........................................................................................................... C-41

Appendix D Safety-Related Electrical, Physical, and Environmental Information

D-1

Electrical specifications ........................................................................................................ D-1

Battery................................................................................................................................... D-2

Physical specifications.......................................................................................................... D-3

Environmental requirements................................................................................................. D-3

Index.................................................................................................. I-1

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Figures

Figure 1-1 MAX 3000 BRI back panel............................................................................... 1-2

Figure 1-2 MAX 3000 T1/PRI back panel.......................................................................... 1-2

Figure 1-3 MAX 3000 E1/PRI back panel ...................................................................... 1-3

Figure 1-4 V.90 S56III digital modem card........................................................................ 1-4

Figure 1-5 ISDN BRI network-interface or terminal-interface card................................... 1-4

Figure 1-6 IDSL card........................................................................................................... 1-5

Figure 1-7 V.110 card.......................................................................................................... 1-5

Figure 1-8 PIAFS card......................................................................................................... 1-5

Figure 1-9 Host/6 card......................................................................................................... 1-5

Figure 1-10 Multiband inverse-multiplexing two-port card.................................................. 1-5

Figure 2-1 Location of the LAN/UTP and T1 ports on a MAX 3000 T1 model ................ 2-8

Figure 2-2 Location of the LAN/UTP and E1 ports on a MAX 3000 E1 model ................ 2-9

Figure 2-3 Location of MAX front-panel lights.................................................................. 2-9

Figure 2-4 Location of MAX back-panel lights................................................................ 2-10

Figure 3-1 VT100 interface for the T1 version of the MAX 3000...................................... 3-3

Figure 3-2 Status windows................................................................................................ 3-22

Figure 4-1 ISDN setup with MAX placing and receiving calls on LAN and WAN ....... 4-2

Figure 6-1 ISDN setup .................................................................................................... 6-2

Figure 6-2 Incoming call routing using ISDN T1/PRI signaling ...................................... 6-10

Figure 6-3 Incoming call routing using inband signaling and hunt groups....................... 6-11

Figure 6-4 Incoming call routing using ISDN E1/PRI signaling ...................................... 6-18

Figure 6-5 Incoming call routing using R2 signaling........................................................ 6-18

Figure B-1 Connector pin and jumper locations.................................................................. B-9

Figure B-2 Location of connectors P22-P27...................................................................... B-10

Figure B-3 Location of connectors P54-P65...................................................................... B-10

Figure B-4 Connectors requiring jumpers for BRI S-interface TE or NT selection.......... B-11

Figure C-1 Control-monitor and MIF palmtop port and cable............................................. C-3

Figure C-2 RJ-48C/RJ-48C crossover cable........................................................................ C-7

Figure C-3 RJ-48C/RJ-48C straight-through cable specifications....................................... C-8

Figure C-4 RJ-48C/DA-15 straight-through cable............................................................... C-9

Figure C-5 RJ-48C/DA crossover cable............................................................................. C-10

Figure C-6 RJ-48C/Bantam straight-through cable ........................................................... C-11

Figure C-7 RJ-48C/RJ-48C crossover cable...................................................................... C-13

Figure C-8 RJ-48C/RJ-48C straight-through cable specifications..................................... C-14

Figure C-9 RJ-48C/DA-15 straight-through cable............................................................. C-15

Figure C-10RJ-48C/DA crossover cable............................................................................. C-16

Figure C-11RJ-48C/Bantam straight-through cable ........................................................... C-17

Figure C-12V.35/V.25 bis cable to Cisco........................................................................... C-21

Figure C-13V.35 cable to generic serial host...................................................................... C-23

Figure C-14V.35/RS-366 cable to generic serial host......................................................... C-24

Figure C-15V.35/RS-366 cable to CLI codec..................................................................... C-26

Figure C-16V.35/RS-366 cable to PictureTel..................................................................... C-28

Figure C-17RS-449/RS-366/DB-37 cable to Video Telecom codec .................................. C-30

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Figure C-18RS-449/RS-366 cable to generic serial host.................................................... C-32

Figure C-19RS-449 cable to generic serial host.................................................................. C-34

Figure C-20X.21 cable to generic serial host...................................................................... C-36

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Tables

Table 2-1 MAX front-panel lights .............................................................................. 2-10

Table 2-2 MAX back-panel lights............................................................................... 2-11

Table 3-1 Summary of purpose of Ether Options, Answer, and Connection profiles .. 3-5

Table 3-2 Navigating the MAX user interface.............................................................. 3-5

Table 3-3 DO menu commands for session management........................................... 3-11

Table 3-4 DO menu commands for testing and troubleshooting................................ 3-11

Table 3-5 DO menu commands for call management................................................. 3-12

Table 3-6 Command for ending terminal-server sessions........................................... 3-13

Table 3-7 Managing MAX units from the terminal server ......................................... 3-14

Table 3-8 Monitoring and managing IP and IPX routing from the terminal server.... 3-15

Table 3-9 Initiating host-to-host connections from the terminal server...................... 3-16

Table 3-10 Initiating login sessions with remote hosts from the terminal server......... 3-16

Table 3-11 Dialing out through digital modems from the terminal server ................... 3-17

Table 3-12 X.25 management from the terminal server............................................... 3-17

Table 3-13 Tunnel management from the terminal server............................................ 3-17

Table 3-14 Getting information about diagnostic commands....................................... 3-19

Table 3-15 Obtaining diagnostic information about modem activity........................... 3-19

Table 3-16 Commands for managing the MAX unit’s memory................................... 3-20

Table 3-17 Commands for fatal-error history log usage............................................... 3-21

Table 3-18 Modem-status characters ............................................................................ 3-24

Table 5-1 Subprofiles in Ethernet > Connections > any Connection profile................ 5-3

Table 5-2 Terminal-server commands for digital modems......................................... 5-13

Table 6-1 Ethernet configuration information .............................................................. 6-3

Table 6-2 BRI line configuration information .............................................................. 6-7

Table 6-3 T1 line configuration information............................................................... 6-11

Table 6-4 E1 line configuration information............................................................... 6-19

Table 7-1 Finding information about lines, slots, and ports.......................................... 7-1

Table 7-2 Finding information about WAN connections.............................................. 7-2

Table 7-3 Finding information about WAN security.................................................... 7-3

Table 7-4 Finding information about IP routing for Internet services.......................... 7-4

Table 7-5 Finding information about IPX routing........................................................ 7-5

Table 7-6 Finding information about using the MAX as a Frame Relay concentrator. 7-5

Table 7-7 Finding information about using the MAX as link-level bridge .................. 7-6

Table 7-8 Finding information about MAX management ............................................ 7-6

Table A-1 T1 access provisioning information............................................................. A-1

Table A-2 AT&T 5ESS provisioning information....................................................... A-3

Table A-3 Northern Telecom provisioning information............................................... A-4

Table B-1 Upgrade options............................................................................................ B-1

Table C-1 Control-monitor and MIF Control-port and cabling pinouts........................ C-1

Table C-2 Palmtop-controller pinouts ........................................................................... C-2

Table C-3 Control-monitor and MIF palmtop-port and cabling pinouts....................... C-3

Table C-4 CSU specifications........................................................................................ C-5

Table C-5 RJ-48C/RJ-48C crossover cable specifications............................................ C-7

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Table C-6 RJ-48C/RJ-48C straight-through cable specifications.................................. C-8

Table C-7 RJ-48C/DA-15 straight-through cable specifications................................... C-9

Table C-8 RJ-48C/DA crossover cable specifications ................................................ C-10

Table C-9 RJ-48C/Bantam straight-through cable specifications............................... C-11

Table C-10 RJ-48C-Loopback plug specifications........................................................ C-12

Table C-11 Transmit and Receive pins.......................................................................... C-12

Table C-12 RJ-48C/RJ-48C crossover cable specifications.......................................... C-13

Table C-13 RJ-48C/RJ-48C straight-through cable specifications................................ C-14

Table C-14 RJ-48C/DA-15 straight-through cable specifications................................. C-15

Table C-15 RJ-48C/DA crossover cable specifications................................................ C-16

Table C-16 RJ-48C/Bantam straight-through cable specifications............................... C-17

Table C-17 Transmit and Receive pins.......................................................................... C-17

Table C-18 Serial host interface cabling abbreviations ................................................. C-19

Table C-19 Pinouts for V.35/V.25 bis cable to Cisco................................................... C-21

Table C-20 Pinouts for V.35 cable to generic serial host.............................................. C-23

Table C-21 Pinouts for V.35/RS-366 cable to generic serial host................................. C-25

Table C-22 Pinouts for V.35/RS-366 cable to CLI....................................................... C-27

Table C-23 Pinouts for V.35/RS-366 cable to PictureTel............................................. C-29

Table C-24 Pinouts for RS-449/RS-366/DB-37 cable to VTC ..................................... C-31

Table C-25 Pinouts for RS-449/RS-366 cable to generic serial host ............................ C-33

Table C-26 Pinouts for RS-449 cable to generic serial host.......................................... C-35

Table C-27 Pinouts for X.21 cable to generic serial host.............................................. C-36

Table C-28 Cable length requirements.......................................................................... C-37

Table C-29 V.35 cable pinouts...................................................................................... C-38

Table C-30 RS-449 cable pinouts.................................................................................. C-39

Table D-1 MAX 3000 electrical specifications............................................................ D-1

Table D-2 MAX 3000 battery specifications................................................................ D-2

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About This Guide

This guide explains how to install and test the MAXTM 3000 series hardware (referred to
hereafter as the MAX). It also explains how to navigate the user interface and set basic
Ethernet and line configuration parameters. When you finish with the instructions in this guide,
you will be ready to configure the MAX.

What is in this guide

This manual describes the full set of features for MAX 3000 units running software version

8.0. Some features are unavailable with earlier versions or specialty loads of the software.

Following is a chapter-by-chapter description of the topics in this guide:

• Chapter 1, “Getting Acquainted with the MAX,” describes the features of the MAX and

lists package contents.

• Chapter 2, “Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware,” explains how to install the MAX

unit on the network, insert expansion cards, and test the hardware.

• Chapter 3, “MAX User Interfaces,” tells how to access the MAX interface and associated

command-line interfaces and use them for configuring and monitoring the MAX unit. It

also introduces specialized interfaces available from Lucent or other sources.

• Chapter 4, “Preparing to Configure the MAX,” tells how to prepare to configure the MAX

by assigning an IP address, setting security parameters and passwords to prot ect the

configuration interface from unauthorized use, and setting basic system-related options.

• Chapter 5, “Basic Configuration Tasks,” describes how you use the True Access

Operating System (TAOS) Ether Options profile, Answer profile , and C onnecti on prof iles

to prepare the MAX unit to receive and send calls over Local Area Networks (LANs) and

Wide Area Networks (WANs).

• Chapter 6, “Quickstart,” explains how to configure and test your MAX unit’ s Ethernet and

ISDN line interfaces.

• Chapter 7, “Next Steps,” summarizes additional configuration tasks you might need to

perform and provides references to other MAX documentation with related information.

• Appendix A, “Provisioning the Switch,” gives you information that your T1/ISDN

Primary Rate Interface (PRI), E1/PRI, or ISDN Basic Rate Interface (BRI) service

provider needs to properly provision the Central Office switch.

• Appendix B, “Upgrading the MAX 3000,” describes how to upgrade memory, add

compression cards, and convert BRI S-interface models from Network Terminating (NT)

to Terminal Equipment (TE) and the reverse.

• Appendix C, “Cables and Connectors,” provides cabling requirements.

• Appendix D, “Safety-Related Electrical, Physical, and Environmental Information,” lists

the technical specifications of the MAX.

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About This Guide

What you should know

• An index.

Warning: Before installing the MAX 3000, be sure to read the safety instructions in the
Access Networks Safety and Compliance Guide. This hardware instal lation guide provides
information specific to your product in Appendix D, “Safety-Related Electrical, Physical, and
Environmental Information.”

What you should know

This guide is for the person who configures and maintains MAX units. To configure a unit, you
need to understand the following:

• Internet or telecommuting concepts

• WAN concepts

• LAN concepts, if applicable

Documentation conventions

Following are all the special characters and typographical conventions used in this manual:

Convention Meaning

Monospace text Represents text that appears on your computer’s screen, or that could

appear on your computer’s screen.

Boldface mono­space text

Italics Represent variable information. Do not enter the words themselves in

[ ] Square brackets indicate an optional argument you might add to a

| Separates command choices that are mutually exclusive.
> Points to the next level in the path to a parameter or menu item. The

Key1-Key2 Represents a combination keystroke. To enter a combination key-

Press Enter Means press the Enter, or Return, key or its equivalent on your com-

Note:

Represents characters that you enter exactly as shown (unless the char­acters are also in
the characters but are not specifically instructed to, they do not appear
in boldface.

the command. Enter the information they represent. In ordinary text,
italics are used for titles of publications, for some terms that would
otherwise be in quotation marks, and to show emphasis.

command. To include such an argument, type only the information
inside the brackets. Do not type the brackets unless they appear in bold
type.

item that follows the angle bracket is one of the options that appears
when you select the item that precedes the angle bracket.

stroke, press the first key and hold it down while you press one or
more other keys. Release all the keys at the same time. (For example,
Ctrl-H means hold down the Control key and press the H key.)

puter.
Introduces important additional information.

italics

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Documentation set

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Caution:

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Warning:

Warning:

Note: In a menu-item path, include a space before and after each “>” character.

Documentation set

The MAX 3000 documentation set consists of the following manuals:

• MAX Administration Guide

• MAX 3000 Installation and Basic Configuration Guide (this manual)

• MAX 3000/6000 Network Configuration Guide

• MAX Reference

• MAX Security Supplement

• TAOS RADIUS Guide and Reference

• T AOS Glossary

• Remote Access Networking Services Technology Overview

W arns that a failure to follow the recom mended procedur e could result
in loss of data or damage to equipment.

Warns that a failure to take appropriate safety precautions could result
in physical injury.

Warns of danger of electric shock.

The MAX 3000 documentation set is available on the Documentation Library CD-ROM
included with your MAX unit, and on either CD-ROM or paper from the online bookstore
(http://www.lucent.com/ins/bookstore).

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Getting Acquainted with the MAX

What is the MAX? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

The items in your MAX package. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Upgrading memory and compression modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Familiarize yourself with the MAX unit and optional expansion cards you ordered. Make sure
that you have everything you need to begin setting up the MAX unit.

What is the MAX?

The MAX is a WAN access router designed for central site remote access applications. It has
the following main features:

• Supports digital WAN access for numerous WAN services.

• Allows digital and analog modems to dial in over channelized BRI, T1/PRI, or E1/PRI

access lines.

• Provides IP and IPX routing, bridging, and terminal-server functions.

• Aggregates multiple calls for bandwidth-on-demand.

• Supports multiple security methods.

• Provides various management and control features.

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The items in your MAX package

All MAX models ship with the same set of accessories. Expansion cards might be preinstalled
or packaged separately, depending on how you ordered them.

Checking the MAX base unit

Open the shipping package and make sure you have received the base MAX unit that you
ordered.

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The items in your MAX package

BRI model

The MAX 3000 BRI is identified by the six WAN ports, labeled WAN 1 through WAN 6,
visible on the back panel, as illustrated in Figure 1-1. The six BRI ports comprise one virtual
slot on the MAX system board, and are represented as such in the MAX user interface. (See

“Using configuration menus” on page 3-3.)

Optionally, this model has 12 built-in modems. The MAX 3000 comes in S-type and U-type
models. You can convert S-type models from Terminal Equipment (TE) to Network
Terminating (NT). (For instructions, see “Converting ISDN BRI S-interface models between
NT and TE equipment” on page B-9.)

T1/PRI model

Figure 1-1. MAX

LAN/UTP port
LAN/UTP status lights

3000 BRI back panel

Expansion slots

BRI ports

Control port

Serial port

Power

The MAX 3000 T1/PRI is identified by the three WAN ports visible on the back panel, as
illustrated in Figure 1-2. WAN 1 and WAN 2 connect to T1 lines for digital or modem calls.
WAN 3 is a drop/insert port that works in conjunction with WAN 1. The three T1 ports
comprise one virtual slot on the MAX system board, and are represented as such in the MAX
user interface. (See “Using configuration menus” on page 3-3.)

WAN 4 through WAN 6 are cov ered and are not us ed in the MAX 3000 T1/PRI model. (Do not
attempt to remove the covers from the unused ports.)

Optionally, this model has 24 built-in modems.

Figure 1-2. MAX 3000 T1/PRI back panel

Expansion slots

LAN/UTP port
LAN/UTP status lights

T1 ports

Drop/insert line

Control port

Unused slots

Serial port

Power

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E1/PRI model

Getting Acquainted with the MAX

The items in your MAX package

The MAX 3000 E1/PRI is identified by the two WAN ports visible on the back panel, as
illustrated in Figure 1-3. WAN 1 and WAN 2 connect to E1 lines for digital or modem calls.
The two E1 ports comprise one virtual slot on the MAX system board, and are represented as

such in the MAX user interface. (See “Using configuration menus” on page 3-3.)
WAN 3 through WAN 6 are cov ered and are not us ed in the MAX 3000 E1/PRI model. (Do not

attempt to remove the covers from the unused ports.) Optionally, this model has 30 built-in
modems.

Two types of E1 models are available. The 120-ohm E1 uses the standard twisted-pair
interfaces shown in Figure 1-3. The 75-ohm E1 coaxial version requires an interface co nverter
adapter to convert the RJ-45-type connectors to BNC-based coaxial converters. (To obtain a kit
to change the impedance from 120 ohm to 75 ohm, contact your Lucent representative.)

Figure 1-3. MAX 3000 E1/PRI back panel

Expansion slots

LAN/UTP port

LAN/UTP status lights

Checking other package contents

After you verify that you have received the correct base unit, make sure yo ur package contains
the following items:

• A console cable (null-modem).

• A power cable.

• A rack-mounting kit, which includes rubber feet to place on the MAX unit if you are not

rack-mounting it.

• An interface converter adapter (included only with the 75-ohm E1 model).

• The MAX Companion CD-ROM.

• The Docume ntation Library CD-RO M.

• Warranty Doc ument and Warranty Registration Process Card.

• Start Here card.
If you ordered them, you should also have separately packaged expansion modules.
If you are missing any items, contact your Lucent distributor.

Control port

Serial port

PowerE1 ports Unused slots

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The items in your MAX package

Checking the expansion cards

The MAX accommodates one or two expansion cards (also referred to as expansion module s
or slot cards).

The current software version supports use of the V.90 S56 III digital modem card, ISDN BRI
network-interface and terminal-interface cards, the IDSL card, the V.110 card, and the
PIAFS-16 card on the MAX 3000. Additional expansion cards will be supported in future
software releases.

Note: Not all MAX models support all Lucent expansion cards. You must install an

expansion card in a model that supports that specific card. Lucent’s expansion cards are
supported only in Lucent devices.

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Caution: You must insert any expansion card with its label facing down. You can damage a

MAX unit by incorrectly installing an expansion card.

V.90 S56 III modem card (Series 56 III)

The V.90 S56 III modem card (Figure 1-4) provides 24 or 30 modems. The card can terminate
both modem and HDLC calls.

Figure 1-4. V.90 S56 III digital modem card

ISDN BRI network-interface and terminal-interface cards

The ISDN BRI network-interface card and ISDN terminal-interface car d each have eight ISDN
BRI ports (as shown in Figure 1-5). You can install a maximum of two ISDN BRI
network-interface cards in the MAX.

Figure 1-5. ISDN BRI network-interface or terminal-interface ca rd

IDSL card

The Lucent ISDN Digital Subscriber Line (IDSL) card (Figure 1-6) appears as BRI/LT in the
VT100 menu screen and s upports inco ming and outgoing voice ca lls. To support outgoing
voice calls, the connected T erminal Equipment (TE) mus t use Q.931 en-bloc dialing to send all
dialed digits to the MAX in one block (the ISDN Call Setup message), rather than send one
digit at a time.

The MAX receives outgoing call requests from attached ISDN TE and routes voice calls to the
Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) over a T1 line or ISDN PRI line. The MAX
receives incoming voice calls and uses Dialed Number Identification Service (DNIS) to route
them to TE devices connected to IDSL cards.

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V.110 card

PIAFS-16 card

Getting Acquainted with the MAX

The items in your MAX package

Figure 1-6. IDSL card

The V.110 card (Figure 1-7) supports as many as eight V.110 WAN sessions. You can install a
maximum of two V.110 cards in the MAX.

Figure 1-7. V.110 card

The PIAFS-16 card (Fig ure 1-8) supports as many as 16 PIAFS WAN sessions. You can install
a maximum of two PIAFS-16 cards in the MAX.

Figure 1-8. PIAFS card

Host/6 card

The Host/6 card (Figure 1-9), also known as the AIM/6 card, supports six V.35 host ports. A
Host/6 card supports 32 active channels. You can install a maximum of two Host/6 cards in the
MAX.

Figure 1-9. Host/6 card

Multiband inverse-multiplexing card

The Multiband inverse-multiplexing card (Figure 1-10) has two or six user-selectable RS-44 9,
V.35, or X.21 serial host ports with inverse-multiplexing and RS-366 capabilit y, V.25bis, or
control-lead signaling.

Figure 1-10. Mu ltib and inverse-multiplexing two-port card

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Interfaces

Interfaces

The MAX has a number of interfaces on the base unit, and others are available on expansion
cards.

Interfaces on the base unit

The MAX base unit’ s physical interfaces are on the back panel, as s hown in Figure 1- 1 on page
1-2 through Figure 1-3 on page 1-3.

Power interface

The MAX accepts ac power. Figure 1-1 on page 1-2 show ac power sockets. (For further
details, see Appendix D, “Safety-Related Electrical, Physical, and Environmental
Information.”)

Control port

The Control port connects to a VT100 terminal or a modem to provide the menu-driven user
interface to the MAX. The interface runs at 9600 bps (conf igurable thro ugh the user interface),
8 bits per character, no parity, no flow control, and 1 stop bit. (For details about cables that
connect to this port, see “User interface specifications” on page C-1.)

Serial WAN port

LAN UTP port

WAN ports

The Serial WAN port provides a point-to-point connection between the MAX and another
device. You can use either the leased T1 port or the Serial WAN port for this purpose, but not
both. (For details about cables that connect to the serial port, see “Serial WAN cabling
specifications” on page C-38.)

The LAN UTP port connects the MAX to an unshielded twisted pair 10/100 BaseT (UTP)
LAN. (For details about cables that connect to this port, see “Ethernet interface specifications”
on page C-4.)

The MAX has six WAN ports, numbered 1 through 6. Dependi ng on the MA X 3000 model, the
ports are used as described in the following subsections. (For details about cables that connect
to the WAN ports, see “T1/PRI interface specifications” on page C-5 and “E1/PRI interface
specifications” on page C-13.)

MAX 3000 BRI

WAN ports 1 through 6 are configured as BRI interfaces. They can be either U-interface or
S-interface type.

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MAX 3000 T1/PRI

WAN ports 1 and 2 are configured as T1/PRI ports providing point-to-point T1connection
between the MAX and other devices. WAN port 3 is a drop/insert line. WAN ports 4 through 6
are covered because they are unused.

MAX 3000 E1/PRI

WAN ports 1 and 2 are configured as E1/PRI ports providing point-to-point E1connection
between the MAX and other devices. WAN ports 3 through 6 are covered because they are
unused.

Interfaces on expansion cards

AIM/BONDING

The DCE interfaces in Figure 1-9 on page 1-5 and Figure 1-10 on page 1-5 provide
AIM/BONDING inverse-multiplexing services to devices connected to them. (For details

about cables that connect to these ports, see “Serial host interface specifications” on
page C-19.)

Getting Acquainted with the MAX

Upgrading memory and compression modules

ISDN BRI

ISDN BRI ports (Figure 1-5 on page 1-4) on network and terminal interface cards are a group
of either eight DTE or eight DCE ports providing point-to-point ISDN BRI connection s
between the MAX and other devices. In the MAX manuals, these ports are called the Net/BRI
and Host/BRI ports for the DTE and DCE interfaces, respectively. From the point of view of
the MAX, pins 3 and 6 transmit on the Net/BRI interface and receive on the Host/BRI
interface. Pins 4 and 5 receive on the Net/B RI interface and trans mit on the Host/BRI interface .
(For details about cables that connect to these ports, see “Interface specifications for ISDN
BRI” on page C-18.)

IDSL

The IDSL ports (Figure 1-6 on page 1-5) are a group of eight DCE ports providing
point-to-point IDSL connections between the MAX and other devices. An IDSL port has the
same pinouts as a Host/BRI port. (For further information, see “IDSL specifications” on
page C-40.)

Upgrading memory and compression modules

You can upgrade the MAX 3000 unit’s main memory (DRAM), nonvolatile (flash) memory,
and compression/encryption coprocessor by changing or adding modules. For information
about upgrading, see Appendix B, “Upgrading the MAX 3000.”

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Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware

Planning the hardware installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Installing the MAX without a rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Installing the MAX in a rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Inserting expansion cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Connecting to the LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Connecting the MAX to a T1 line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Connecting the MAX to an E1 line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Interpreting the MAX indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Starting the MAX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11

Warning: Before installing the MAX 3000, be sure to read the safety instructions in the

Access Networks Safety and Compliance Guide. This hardware instal lation guide provides

information specific to your product in Appendix D, “Safety-Related Electrical, Physical, and
Environmental Information.”

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The MAX package contains hardware and software items you can use to set up your MAX
unit. You need to evaluate the network connections you require, which items you need, and
where to place your MAX. Then you can insert expansion cards and connect the unit to the
network.

Planning the hardware installation

Before you begin installation of the MAX hardware, make sure that you have the items you
need.

What you need before you start

Before you install the MAX, make sure that you have the following items:

• A suitable location in which to install the MAX hardware.

• An active T1 or E1 line set for bidirectional calling, if applicable. (Bidirectional calling

allows you to test the MAX hardware by having the MAX dial out on one channel and

answer on another channel.)

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Installing the MAX without a rack

• One or more active ISDN BRI lines, if applicable.

• An Ethernet interface. If the MAX connects to an Ethernet LAN, you also need the

appropriate cables and connectors to set up an Ethernet interface.

• A host or workstation on the same subnet that can use telnet or ping to reach the

MAX.

• A VT100 terminal or a workstation with a communications program that supports VT100

emulation.

• A remote MAX or a compatible unit that you can reach by telnet or ping over a

dial-up Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) connection.

• Any expansion modules that were shipped separately.

Digital modem card su pport

The number of digital modems supported on your MAX varies, depending on the model and
configuration that you ordered, as follows:

• The T1/PRI MAX supports as many as 24 modems on its system board. If your MAX does

not have built-in modems, you can install two Series56 III digital modem cards. The

T1/PRI MAX supports a total of 48 digital modems.

• The E1/PRI MAX supports as many as 30 modems on its system board. If your MAX does

not have built-in modems, you can install two Series 56 III digital modem cards. The

E1/PRI MAX supports a total of 60 digital modems.

• The BRI MAX supports as many as 12 modems on its system board. The BRI MAX can

also support either two eight-port BRI cards for as many as 44 simultaneous digital calls,

or 12 simultaneous modem calls, or any combination that does not exceed either

maximum. Alternatively, it can support an eight-port BRI card and one 18-port modem

card for as many as 28 digital calls or 28 modem ca l ls (plus two h ot-spare modems), or

any combination that does not exceed either maximum.

Installing the MAX without a rack

If you are not rack-mounting the MAX unit, place the 9 rubber feet contained in the
rack-mount kit onto the bottom of the MAX unit Then place the unit where you can have full
access to the front and back panels. Proceed with “Connecting the MAX to a terminal” on
page 2-6.

Installing the MAX in a rack

If you are installing the MAX in a rack, proceed with these steps, described in detail in the
following subsections:

1 Remove the system tray from the MAX cover.
2 Secure the MAX cover to the rack.
3 Put the system tray back in the MAX cover.
4 Connect the MAX to a VT100 terminal or terminal emulator.

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Warning: Only trained service personnel should open the MAX unit’s case for testing,
maintenance, installation, or any other purpose. Furthermore, only trained service personnel
should replace MAX components.

Removing the system tray

Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware

Installing the MAX in a rack

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Caution: When accessing the system board or installing cards or modules, be sure to follow

proper procedures (such as using a grounding mat and a wris t strap) to prevent buildup o f static
electricity.

To remove the MAX system tray containing the system board from the MAX cover, perform
the following steps:

1 Make sure the MAX power is off and the power cord is unplugged.

Warning: Failure to turn off the MAX power and unplug the power cord could result in

bodily injury.

2 Facing the back panel of the MAX, locate the screws that hold the system tray and cover

together.

Screws holding system tray to cover

System tray pull-ring

3 Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws holding the system tray to the cover.
4 Use the system tray pull-ring to slide the system tray a few inches from the cover.

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Securing the MAX cover to the rack

Using the rack-mount kit provided with your MAX package:
1 Use the flat-head screws to secure the mounting ears to the MAX cover.

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2 Secure the cover to the rack.

Reinserting the system tray

Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware

Installing the MAX in a rack

To reinsert the system tray into the MAX cover:
1 Grasp both sides of the system tray to slide it into the cover.

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Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware

Inserting expansion cards

2 When the system tray is pushed securely into the cover, use the Phillips screwdriver to

tighten the screws that hold the system tray to the cover.

Connecting the MAX to a terminal

Use the console (null-modem) cable provided in your package to connect your VT100
terminal, or workstation with VT100 terminal-emulation software, to the Control port, which
is labeled on the back of the unit.

If you ordered MAX expansion cards separately, continue with the next section. If all of your

expansion cards are preinstalled, skip to “Connecting to the LAN” on page 2-8.

Inserting expansion cards

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Caution: W hen installing any expansion card, be sure to follow proper procedures (such as

using a grounding mat and a wrist strap) to prevent buildup of static electricity.

If your MAX package includes expansion cards that are not already installed in your MAX,
insert the cards now. Perform the following steps:

1 Make sure the MAX power is off and the power cord is unplugged.

Warning: Failure to turn off the MAX power and unplug the power cord could result in

bodily injury.

2 Hold the expansion card with the panel end facing you and its label facing down. Ins ert the

card’s connector end into a back panel slot. Do not handle the expansion cards from both

ends.

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Caution: You must insert any expansion card with its label facing down. You can

damage a MAX unit by incorrectly installing an expansion card.

Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware

Inserting expansion cards

3 Push the card along the internal guides until it is secure. The face plate of the expansion

card should touch the back panel of the MAX.

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Caution: Do not force the expansion card into the slot. Doing so can damage the card or

slot connector.

4 Tighten the screws on the front of the module.

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Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware

Connecting to the LAN

Connecting to the LAN

To connect the MAX to the LAN, connect your Ethernet LAN cable to the Ethernet port,
labeled LAN/UTP port, on the MAX. Figure 2-1 shows the location of the Ethernet port on the
MAX 3000 T1 model. The location is the same on the E1 and BRI models.

Figure 2-1. Location of the LAN/ UTP and T1 ports on a MAX 3000 T1 model

LAN/UTP port

Before you power on the MAX, familiarize yourself with the indicator lights. (See

“Interpreting the MAX indicator lights” on page 2-9.)

T1 ports

Connecting the MAX to a T1 line

To connect your MAX to a T1 line:
1 Connect T1/PRI line either directly to a T1 port on the MAX unit (see Figure 2-1) or

through other network interface equipment.

Note: To connect to the demarcation point, where the T1/PRI line’s metallic interface

connects to other equipment, the MAX T1/PRI ports must be configured to utilize the

unit’s internal Channel Service Units (CSUs). Otherwise, you must install external CSUs

or other network (WAN) interface equipment between the MAX and the demarcation

point. See “T1/PRI line configuration” on page 6-10 for instructions on configuring the

CSU usage.
2 Inform your T1/PRI service provider that your equipment is connected, so that they can

bring up the line.

Before you power on the MAX, familiarize yourself with the indicator lights. (See
“Interpreting the MAX indicator lights” on page 2-9.)

Connecting the MAX to an E1 line

The MAX can connect to any Digital Private Network Signaling System (DPNSS) access point
on a Private Branch Exchange (PBX) or directly to E1 digital services. Use a cable that is
specifically constructed for transmission of E1/PRI signals. (CCITT G700 series
recommended.) The MAX can also connect to G.704 framed leased (nonswitching) services
for 75-ohm lines. (Use cable 2510-0272-001 with 75-ohm E1 lines.)

Unless connecting to your PBX, connect your MAX unit through the E1 port to the E1 PRI
network interface (TA) equipment supplied by your Post, Telephone, and Telegraph (PTT).
(See Figure 2-2.)

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Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware

Interpreting the MAX indicator lights

Figure 2-2. Location of the LAN/UTP and E1 ports on a MAX 3000 E1 model

LAN/UTP port

The maximum distance between the E1/PRI WAN interface equipment and the MAX should
not introduce attenuation of more than 6 dB, when measured at half the maximum data rate
(1024 Kbps). Also, the cable must have a root F characteristic.

Before you power on the MAX, familiarize yourself with the indicator lights. (See

“Interpreting the MAX indicator lights” on page 2-9.)

E1 ports

Interpreting the MAX indicator lights

Before you power on the MAX, familiarize yourself with the indicator lights on the front and
back panel s of the MAX.

MAX front-panel lights

Figure 2-3 shows the location of lig hts on the MAX front panel.

Figure 2-3. Location of MAX front-panel lights

Power Fault Data Alarm

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LAN UTP

LNK
COL

DPLX

100BT

TX

RX

WAN 1

LAN UTP

LNK
COL

DPLX

100BT

TX

RX

WAN 1

Interpreting the MAX indicator lights

Table 2-1 lists the lights on the front panel of the MAX and describes what each indicates.

Table 2-1. MAX front-panel lights

Light Description

Power On (green) when the MAX power is on.
Fault On (yellow) in one of two cases: either a hardware self-test

Data On (green) at power-up and whenever packets are detected

Alarm On (amber) at power-up. Thereafter, illumination indicates

or a hardware failure.
When a hardware self-test is in progress, the light is on. If

any type of hardware failure occurs, the light flashes. If the
failure is isolated to an expansion card, the MAX might con­tinue to function without the card.

on the Ethernet interface.

detection of a low-power condition (MAX sends an SNMP
trap), WAN alarm, or a trunk out-of-service (for example,
during line loopback diagnostics). WAN alarms include Loss
of Sync, Red Alarm, Yellow Alarm, and All Ones (or AIS).

MAX back-panel lights

The array of six lights on the back panel of the MAX indicates the state of the 10/100BT UTP
Ethernet po rt.

Figure 2-4. Location of MAX back-panel li ghts

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Starting the MAX

Table 2-2 lists the lights and describes what each indicates.

Table 2-2. MAX back-panel lights

Light Description

LNK During 10 Mbps operation, indicates Link Valid status. Dur-

ing 100 Mpbs operation, indicates scrambler lock and receipt

of valid Idle codes. The light is green when on.
TX On (green) when transmitter is active.
DPLX On (green) when the port is in Full Duplex Mode. When the

light is off, the port is in Half Duplex Mode.
100BT On (green) when 100 Mbps operation is selected for the UTP

port.
RX On (green) when the receiver is active.
COL On (amber) when a collision occurs.

Starting the MAX

To start the MAX, perform the following steps:
1 If you are using a PC, configure the terminal-emulation function in your communications

software as follows: 96 00 bp s, 8 dat a bi t s , no p ari t y, 1 stop bit, no flow control, and direct
connect.

2 Make sure that you can see the lights on the front panel of the MAX while you view the

VT100.

3 Connect one end of the ac power cable to a power source and the other end to the MAX.

The Power-on Self-Test (POST) begins and finishes within 1 to 4 minutes, depending on
the slot cards installed.

4 While the POST is running, watch the lights.

If the Power light is on and the Fault light shuts off, the MAX is operating properly. You
can continue with the next step.

If the Power light is off or the Fault light stays on, remove the power cable and do not
continue the installation. Contact your Lucent distributor.

5 Watch the VT100 display during the POST. When the POST is successful, the following

screen appears. (The flashing question marks disappear after you have configured the
lines.)

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Starting the MAX

|------------- EDIT------------| |--------------------| |--------------------|
| MAX-3000 ?? | | ??| | ??|
| Power-On Self Test | | | | |
| PASSED. | | | | |
| Press any key... | | | | |
| | |--------------------| |--------------------|
| | | ??| | ??|
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | |--------------------| |--------------------|
| | | ??| | ??|
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | |--------------------| |--------------------|
| | | ??| | ??|
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | |
Press Ctrl-n to move cursor to the next menu item. Press return to select it.
Press Tab to move to another window --- thick border indicates active window.

6 Press any key .

The following screen appears, reminding you that you need to configure the lines before
you can place calls to or from the MAX unit:

Edit Line Config
before dialing
Press any key...

7 Press any key again to display the MAX Main Edit Menu:

Main Edit Menu
> 00-000 System

10-000 Net/T1
20-000 Empty
30-000 Empty
40-000 Ethernet
50-000 Ether Data
60-000 Serial WAN
70-000 V.90 S56 III Modem-24

For an overview of how to use the MAX user interface, go to Chapter 3, “MAX User
Interfaces.” To begin to configure your MAX unit, got to Chapter 4, “Preparing to Configure
the MAX.”

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Accessing the VT100 interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Using configuration menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Using command-line-interface (CLI) tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Using status windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21

Specialized interfaces for MAX configuration and network management . . . . . . . . . 3-28

The MAX user interface is a menu-driven interface accessed through a VT100 terminal or
VT100 emulation software running on a PC or workstation. The VT100 interface provides
access to a variety of configuration and command menus, and status windows, and includes
two command-line interfaces. In addition, you can obtain supplemental interfaces for MAX
management from Lucent Technologies or other sources.

After you have completed the MAX setup described in Chapter 2, “Setting Up and Testing the
MAX Hardware,” you can explore the user interface to learn how to navigate through the
configuration menus and status windows.

3

This chapter describes how to access and use the VT100 interface and CLIs. For more detailed
information on how to use the tools introduced in this chapter, see the Administration Guide.
The last section of this chapter introduces a variety of specialized user interfaces available
from Lucent Technologies or third parties.

Accessing the VT100 interface

To access the VT100 interface, you can either use a console cable connected directly to the
MAX unit (as directed in “Connecting the MAX to a terminal” on page 2-6) or use a Telnet
connection from a workstation running terminal-emulation software or a VT100-compatible
terminal.

If you use the console cable included with your MAX unit to establish a serial connection to a
terminal or a workstation with VT100 terminal emulation, you do not need to have already
assigned an IP address to the MAX unit to access the VT100 interface.

To use a Telnet connection to access the VT100 interface from a workstation or PC, you must
have already assigned an IP address to the MAX unit.

Note: To assign an IP address, use a console cable connection to the VT100 interface
(described in “Using a console connection to access the VT100 interface” on page 3-2) and
follow the instructions in “Assigning an IP address to the MAX” on page 4-2.

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Accessing the VT100 interface

Preparing a terminal, PC, or workstation for use as a MAX console

To use the MAX VT100 interface, you need a VT100 terminal or a PC or workstation with
terminal-emulation software that you can use as a console.

Configure the terminal-emulation software as follows: 9600 bps, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop
bit, no flow control, and direct connect.

Using a console connection to access the VT100 interface

This section describes how to access the VT100 interface through the control port.
1 Use the console (null-modem) cable (supplied) to attach the terminal or workstation to the

the MAX control port.

2 Connect other interfaces as required. (See instructions in Chapter 2, “Setting Up and

Testing the MAX Hardware”.)

3 Connect the ac power cable to the MAX and to the power source.

The POST runs, and when it completes successfully, the VT100 interface appears.

4 Press any key to display the Main Edit Menu and status windows.
5 Read the rest of this chapter for information about using the VT100 interface. Go to

Chapter 4, “Preparing to Configure the MAX,” for information about preconfiguration
tasks.

Using Telnet to access the VT100 interface

If you have already assigned an IP address to the MAX unit, you can use Telnet to access the
VT100 interface.

1 Make sure that the MAX unit is on a network that can be accessed from your VT100

terminal or workstation.

2 Connect other interfaces as required. (See instructions in Chapter 2, “Setting Up and

Testing the MAX Hardware”.)

3 Connect the ac power cable to the MAX and to the power source.
4 Use Telnet to access the MAX. For example, enter the following command from the

VT100 prompt:

% telnet

The MAX Main Edit Menu and status windows appear.

5 For information about using the VT100 interface, read the rest of this chapter. For

information about preconfiguration tasks, go to Chapter 4, “Preparing to Configure the
MAX.”

MAX_IP_address

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Using configuration menus

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|

When you establish the VT100 console session, the VT100 interface appears. Regardless of
whether you establish the session through Telnet or the control port, the VT100 interface
consists of the Main Edit Menu (and its submenus), which are used for MAX configuration,
and eight status windows.

This section describes how the configuration menus are arranged and how to use them.
The factory-default security settings on the MAX permit unlimited access to the VT100

interface. You need to alter the default settings to secure the unit’s configuration, as described
in “Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes” on page 4-3.

Main Edit Menu

Figure 3-1 shows the Main Edit Menu and status windows for the T1 version of the MAX. To
configure the MAX, you use the Main Edit Menu, which is located on the left side of the
screen. The items listed in the Main Edit Menu differ, depending on the system configuration
and model. The items labeled Empty represent expansion slots that do not contain cards.

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Figure 3-1. VT100 interface for the T1 version of the MAX 3000

-------- MAX EDIT ------------- |--------------------| |--------------------

|Main Edit Menu | |10-100 1234567890 | |70-000 Modem Stat |
| 00-000 System | | L1/RA nnnnnnnnnn | | |
| 10-000 Net/T1 | | 12345678901234 | | 12345678901234 |

| 20-000 Empty | | nnnnnnnnnnnnnn | | .............. |

| 30-000 Empty | |--------------------| |--------------------|
| 40-000 Ethernet | |Main Status Menu | |00-200 15:10:34 |
|>50-000 Ether Data | |> 30-000 Empty | |>M31 Line Ch |
| 60-000 Serial WAN | | 40-000 | | Ethernet up |
| 70-000 V.90 S56 III Modem-24 | | 50-000 Empty v | | |
| | |--------------------| |--------------------|
| | |10-500 Net/T1 | |40-400 Ether Stat |
| | |>10-100 Line 1 Stat | |>Rx Pkt: 3486092 |
| | | 10-200 Line 2 Stat | | Tx Pkt: 10056 |
| | | 10-300 Line Errorsv| | Col: 3530 |
| | |--------------------| |--------------------|
| | |00-100 Sys Option | |Main Status Menu |
| | |>Security Prof: 1 ^| |>00-000 System ^|
| | | Software +8.0.0+ | | 10-000 Net/T1 |
| | | S/N: 9320027 v| | 20-000 Empty v|
Press Ctrl-n to move cursor to the next menu item. Press return to select it.
Press Tab to move to another window --- thick border indicates active w

Menu numbers and corresponding ports and slots

indow.

For the purpose of organizing the Main Edit Menu, every port on the MAX unit is assigned to
a real or virtual slot, and each slot is assigned a number in the Main Edit Menu. Even the
system itself is considered a slot, as shown in Figure 3-1.

Depending on the model, the MAX has 6 BRI ports, 2 T1 or 2 E1 ports, a drop and insert T1
port, a LAN/UTP (Ethernet) port, and a serial port for WAN access. It also has two expansion
slots. (For information about supported expansion cards, see “Checking the expansion cards”
on page 1-4.)

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System—virtual slot 00-000

The system is assigned virtual slot 00-000. The System menu contains profiles and
submenus related to systemwide configuration and maintenance. If you select 00-000
System in the Main Edit Menu, the system name expands to show you the next layer of
submenus, as follows:

00-000 System

00-100 Sys Config
00-200 Sys Diag
00-300 Security
00-400 Feature Codes
00-500 Destinations
00-600 Dial Plan

T1, E1, or BRI ports—virtual slot 10-000

Depending on your MAX model, physical built-in T1 ports, E1 ports, or BRI ports are grouped
into virtual slot 10-000. The T1 menu includes settings for the two T1 ports, and for the T1
drop/insert port. The E1 menu includes settings for the two E1 ports. The BRI menu item
includes six BRI ports.

If you select 10-000 in the Main Edit Menu, the slot name expands to show you the next
layer of submenus, as follows:

10-000 Net/T1 or Net/E1 or Net/BRI

10-100 Line Config
10-200 Line Diag

Expansion slots—slots 20-000 and 30-000

The two physical expansion slots are numbered 20-000 and 30-000 in the Main Edit Menu.
The 20-000 menu applies to the left expansion slot (viewed from the back of the unit) and the
30-000 applies to the right expansion slot. The appearance of the submenu depends on the
expansion card in use.

Ethernet port—virtual slot 40-000

The Ethernet port is assigned virtual slot 40-000. The Ethernet menu, accessed by selecting
40-000 Ethernet from the Main Edit Menu, contains submenus and profiles related to the
local netwo rk, routing and bridging, and WAN connections.

Ether data HDLC channels—virtual slot 50-000

The Ether data channels are High-Level Data Link Control (HDLC) channels assigned to
virtual slot 50-000. Each ISDN ca ll requires an HDLC channel to process HDLC -encapsulated
data.

Serial WAN port—virtual slot 60-000

The serial port is assigned virtual slot 60-000. It is used for the serial WAN connection or a
nailed-up T 1 or E1 connec tion.

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Profiles

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V.90 S56 III modem port—virtual slot 70-000

The on-board modems are assigned to virtual slot 70-000. The Mod Config menu, accessed

70-000 V.90 S56 III Modem-24, provide access to subprofiles for configuring the MAX to

from
receive and send modem calls.

Profiles are functional parameter group ings co ntained in th e submenus o f the Main Ed it Menu.
All MAX models offer access to Ether Options, Answer, and Connection profiles. Additional
profiles exist. Some are common to all MAX models, and others dif fer depend ing on the model
and configuration of your MAX unit.

Table 3-1 summarizes the purpose of Ether Options, Answer, and Connection profiles, which

are described in more detail in later sections of this chapter and in Chapter 5, “Basic
Configuration Tasks.” Other profiles are described in detail in the Network Configuration

Guide.
Table 3-1. Summary of purpose of Ether Options, Answer, and Connection profiles

Profile Parameters configure:

Ether Options Local Area Network, including the IP address and other LAN rout-

ing protocols. This profile is accessed from Ethernet > Mod Config >
Ether Options.

Answer The MAX unit’s behavior when answering incoming WAN calls.

This profile is accessed from Ethernet > Answer.

Connection Direct connections to known remote devices. A MAX can store as

many as 31 Connection profiles internally. You can use external stor­age devices such as RADIUS servers if you need more profiles than
can be stored on the MAX. The Connection profiles are accessed
from Ethernet > Connections.

Navigating the VT100 interface

Table 3-2 lists the basic VT100 interface navigation commands, and the following sections
provide instructions for and examples of using the interface. In the examples in this section,
both the Arrow key and Control key methods of navigating the interface are used. In the
procedures in later chapters, only the Arrow key method is used. You can use the keystrokes
listed in Table 3-2 that are most convenient on your keyboard.

Table 3-2. Navigating the MAX user interface

If you want to: Do this:

Make a menu or status window
active

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Press the Tab key until the window has a thick double
line around it. Back-Tab or Ctrl-O moves you in the
opposite direction.

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Table 3-2. Navigating the MAX user interface (continued)

If you want to: Do this:

Select a menu or a text field Press the Down Arrow key (or Control-N) or the Up

Open a menu or a text field Press the Right Arrow key or Enter.
Exit a menu or a text field Press the Left Arrow or Escape key.
Refresh the screen display Press Ctrl-L.
Access the DO menu Press Control-D. (The DO menu is described in “Using

The following characters have special meaning when you use the VT100 interface:

• The plus character (+) indicates that an inpu t entry is too long to f i t onto on e line, and that
the MAX is truncating it for display.

• An ellipsis (...) means that a submenu displays the details of a menu option. The MAX
unit displays the submenu when you select the menu option.

Arrow key (or Control-P).

the DO menu” on page 3-10.)

Activating menus or status windows

You can interact with only one window at a time. The active window has a thick, double-line
border on the left, right, and top sides.

If you press the Tab key, the thick double lines move to 00-200, the next screen to the right. If
you continue pressing the Tab key, you successively activate each window from left to right
and down, until you reach the last window in the lower right-hand corner. Back-Tab or Ctrl-O
moves you in the opposite direction.

Opening menus and profiles

The Main Edit Menu contains a list of menus, each of which can contain profiles and
submenus. In the menu that is currently open , the cursor character (>) points to one item in the
menu. For example, in the following Main Edit Menu, the cursor points to the Net/T1 menu
item.

Main Edit Menu
00-000 System
> 10-000 Net/T1

20-000 Empty
30-000 Empty
40-000 Ethernet
50-000 Ether Data
60-000 Serial WAN
70-000 V.90 S56 III Modem-24

To scroll through the menus, which do not always fit on the visible part of the display, move
the cursor down by pressing the Down Arrow key or Ctrl-N (next) or move it up by pressing

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the Up Arrow key or Ctrl-P (previous). The symbols ^ or v indicate that the display is not
complete. You can access additional items by scrolling up or down.

To open a menu, move the cursor to the menu’s name and press the Right Arrow key or Enter.
For example, press the Down Arrow key until the cursor points to 40-000 Ethernet, then press
the Right Arrow key . The Ethernet menu appears:

40-000 Ethernet

40-100 Connections
40-200 Names/Passwords
40-300 Bridge Adrs
40-400 Static Rtes
40-500 Filters
40-600 Firewalls
40-700 Frame Relay
40-800 X.25
40-900 Answer
40-A00 SNMP Traps
40-B00 SNMP v3 USM Users
40-C00 IPX Routes
40-D00 IPX SAP Filters
40-E00 Virtual Routers
40-F00 Mod Config

The Ethernet menu contains submenus and profiles related to network functions, such as
bridging, routing, and WA N connect ions. The last m enu item opens the Mod Config profile,
which relates to the configuration of the Ethernet interface itself. Not all of the Mod Config
profile appears at the same time. Following is the initial display:

40-D00 Mod Config

Module Name=
Ether options...
WAN options...
SNMP options...
OSPF options...
OPPF global options...
Route Pref...
TServ options...
Bridging=No
IPX Routing=No
AppleTalk=No
Shared Prof=No
Telnet Security=Global
Telnet PW=
RIP Policy=Poison Rvrs
RIP Summary=No
RIP Trigger=Yes
ICMP Redirects=Accept

Note: With the exception of parameters designated N/A (not applicable), you can edit all
parameters in any profile. N/A means that the parameter does not apply within the context of
other existing parameter settings or profiles.

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Setting parameters

Parameters referred to as enumerated parameters have predefined sets of values from which
you make a selection. Other parameters have text fields into which you enter values.

Setting enumerated parame ters

You modify enumerated parameters by placing the cursor beside the parameter and pressing
the Right Arrow key, Enter, or Return until the proper value appears.

Opening edit fields

To open an edit field for a text-based parameter (such as a password):
1 Press the Down Arrow key or Ctrl-N (next) to move the cursor to that parameter (for

example, Telnet PW).

2 Press the Right Arrow key or Enter.

An edit field opens, delimited by brackets, as shown under the Telnet PW parameter in the
following example:

40-D00 Mod Config

Module Name=
Ether options...
WAN options...
SNMP options...
OSPF options...
OPPF global options...
Route Pref...
TServ options...
Bridging=No
IPX Routing=No
AppleTalk=No
Shared Prof=No
Telnet Security=Global
Telnet PW:
[ ]

RIP Policy=Poison Rvrs
RIP Summary=No
ICMP Redirects=Accept

A blinking text cursor within the brackets indicates that you can start typing text. If the
field already contains text, it is cleared when you type a character.

3 T o modify only a few char acters of existing text, us e the arrow keys to positio n the cursor,

then delete or overwrite the characters. To close the edit field and accept the new text,
press Enter.

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Saving your changes

When you exit a profile after changing any of its settings, a message asks if you want to save
the changes:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

You can save the profile values by choosing the Exit and Accept option and pressing Enter, or
by pressing the 2 key.

Creating and saving a profile

Some profiles (such as the line configuration profiles) offer a menu of configurable
subprofiles. You can configure as many subprofiles as you need in your environment, and
activate the one you want to use. T o create, name, and s ave a profile, proceed as follows in this
example:

1 Open a Net/T1 > Line Config > Line Config profile.
2 Open an unconfigured subprofile.
3 Set the Name parameter to specify a unique, descriptive name.
4 Continue setting the relevant parameters for your environment.
5 When you are done, press the Back Arrow to exit the menu, the following message

appears:

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EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit )

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

6 Select the number for the action you want to take.

Activating a profile

Some profiles, such as the line configuration profiles (BRI/Net > Line Config > any Line
Config profile) must be loaded, or activated, before they take effect. To activate a profile, the

Full Access Security profile must be in effect.

To activate the Full Access Security profile:
1 At the Main Edit Menu, press Ctrl-D.

The DO menu appears.

2 Select P (Password).
3 Press Enter or the Right Arrow key.

The Security menu appears, displaying a list of Security profiles.

4 Select Full Access.
5 Press Enter or the Right Arrow key.

A password entry field appears.

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6 Enter your password within the brackets. The defau lt password for the Full Access login is

Ascend.

7 Press Enter or the Right Arrow key.

If your password is accepted, you have Full Access privileges.

8 Press Enter.

The Main Edit Menu reappears.

To activate a profile that requires activation, proceed as follows:

1 Open the profile that you want to activate.
2 Press Ctrl-D.

The profile’s DO menu appears.

3 Select L (Load).

The Load Profile menu appears.

4 Select 1 to load the profile.

Profile loaded as current profile appears.
The newly activated profile reappears.

Returning all values to their defaults

You might occasionally need to return parameter values to default values. To return all values
to their defaults, proceed as follows:

1 At the Main Edit Menu, press Ctrl-D.

The Main Edit Menu’s DO menu appears.

2 Select D (Diagnostics).

The Diagnostics screen appears.

3 Enter the fclear command to clear flash memory. (Flash memory stores a copy of the

configuration.)

4 Enter the nvramclear command to clear the current configuration from NVRAM and

reset the unit. The MAX restarts with the default configuration.

Using the DO menu

The DO menu is a context-sensitive list of commands that appears when you press Ctrl-D from
any location in the VT100 interface. The commands in the DO menu vary, depending on the
context in which you invoke it. For example, if you press Ctrl-D in a Connection profile, the
DO menu looks similar to the following:

DO…
>0=ESC

1=Dial
P=Password
S=Save
E=Termserv
D=Diagnostics

To execute a DO command, press and release the Ctrl-D (or the DO key on a
palmtop-controller, which is an optional input device), and then press and release the next key

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in the sequence (such as 1 to invoke the Dial command). On a VT100 terminal, the PF1
function key is equivalent to Ctrl-D.

DO menu commands provide ways to manage MAX units. In some cases, they duplicate
functions that are accessible through other methods, such as VT100 interface menu items.

The availability of a particular command depends on your location in the VT100 interface and

the Security profile in effect. (For information abo ut Security profiles, s ee “Securing the MAX
from unauthorized configuration changes” on page 4-3.)

Managing MAX config urati o n and ma nagement sessions

The commands summarized in Table 3-3 are tools for managing sessions with MAX units.

Table 3-3. DO menu commands for session management

DO menu command Function

ESC (DO 0) Aborts and exits the DO menu.
Load (DO L) Loads parameter values into the current profile.

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Menu Save (DO M) 8 Saves the VT100 interface menu layout.
Password (DO P) 9 Logs in to or out of the MAX.
Save (DO S) Saves parameter values in the specified profile.
Close TELNET (DO C) Closes the current Telnet session.

Testing and troubleshooting MAX units

The DO commands summarized in Table 3-4 are tools for testing and troubleshooting MAX
units.

Table 3-4. DO menu commands for testing and troubleshooting

DO menu command Function

Beg/End BERT (DO 7) Starts and stops the Bit Error Rate Test (BERT).
Beg/End Rem LB (DO 6) Starts and stops a remote loopback.
Beg/End Rem Mgm (DO 8) Starts a remote management session.
Diagnostics (DO D) Accesses the diagnostic interface, which provides access

to numerous additional diagnostic commands. The diag­nostic interface is described in “Using the Diagnos­tic-mode CLI” on page 3-18.

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Table 3-4. DO menu commands for testing and troubleshooting (continued)

DO menu command Function

Termserv (DO E) Accesses the terminal-server interface, which provides

Toggle (DO T) Toggles the palmtop-controller.

Managing calls

The DO commands summarized in Table 3-5 are for call management.

Table 3-5. DO menu commands for call management

Command Description

Answer (DO 3) Answer an incoming call.

access to many management commands. The termi-

nal-server interface is described in “Using the termi­nal-server CLI” on page 3-12.

Contract BW (DO 5) Decrease bandwidth.
Dial (DO 1) Dial the selected or current profile.
Extend BW (DO 4) Increase bandwidth.
Hang Up (DO 2) Hang up from a call in progress.
Resynchronize (DO R) Resynchronize a call in progress.

Using command-line-interface (CLI) tools

TAOS includes two CLI-based tools, both accessed from VT100 menus. The CLIs each
include a variety of commands that are not included in the menus (although a small set of
commands appear in menus as well as the CLIs). The terminal server has commands for
managing the MAX, monitoring networks, and initiating connections. The Diagnostic-mode
CLI has commands for managing and troubleshooting.

Using the terminal-server CLI

The terminal server has commands for initiating sessions, testing connections , perfor m ing
remote management, monitoring and establishing routes, and other functions. Terminal-server
commands and their usage are summarized and described briefly in this section.

For more information about customizing the terminal server for your use and using it for
system management, see the Administr ation Gu ide. For information abo ut configuring specific
connection types, see the Network Configuration Guide. For reference-style information about
specific commands, see the MAX Reference.

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Preparing for terminal-server sessions

Before using the terminal server, make sure that you have done the following:

• Started a VT100 interface session. (For instructions, refer to “Accessing the VT100
interface” on page 3-1.)

• Activated a Full Access Security profile. (For instructions, refer to “Activating a profile”
on page 3-9.)

• Enabled terminal services by setting the Ethernet > Mod Config > TServ Options > TS
Enabled parameter to Yes. No is the default.

Starting terminal-server sessions

You can start a terminal-server session by using one of the following three methods:

• From the Main Edit Menu, select System > Sys Diag > Term Serv. Then press Enter.

• At the Main Edit Menu, press Ctrl-D to display the DO menu. Then select E=Termsrv.

• At any location in the VT100 interface, press the following keys in rapid succession:
Esc [ Esc 0 (Escape key, left bracket, Escape key, zero)

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The terminal-server session begins by d isplaying a term inal-server banner and prompt, such as
the following, which are the defaults:

***Ascend Terminal Server***

ascend%

You can then type terminal-server commands at the prompt.
You can change the terminal-server prompt, banner, and a variety of other terminal-server

characteristics by setting the parameters in Ethernet > Mod Config > TServ Options.

Ending terminal-server sessions

T o end a terminal-server session and return to the VT100 interface menu, enter one of the
commands from Table 3-6:

Table 3-6. Command for ending terminal-server sessions

Command Description

quit Closes the terminal-server session.
hangup Closes the terminal-server session.
local Enters local mode, which is a direct connection to the local MAX

unit. For a dial-in user, this command begins a Telnet session

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Ter m inal-server function s

The following subsections summarize the functions of the terminal serv er.
For a list of terminal-server commands and basic syntax, enter help at the terminal-server

prompt.

Managing MAX units

The commands summarized in Table 3-7 on page 3-14 provide tools for managing MAX un its .

Table 3-7. Managing MAX units from the terminal server

Terminal-server
command

test Tests two open channels by having the unit place a call to itself on

remote Starts a remote management session with a MAX unit over an MP+

set When used with arguments, p rov ides a s et of comman ds fo r d isplay-

show When used with arguments, p rov ides a s et of comman ds fo r d isplay-

dnstab When used with arguments, a collection of commands for editing

Function

one channel and receive it on the other channel.

connection. The remote device’s VT100 interface replaces that of
the local MAX unit.

ing current settings, setting terminal type for Telnet and Rlogin con­nections, enabling dynamic password service for ACE or SafeWord
servers, and managing Frame Relay connections. To display argu­ments and syntax, enter set ?.

ing status information about MAX functions, including ARP, ICMP,
IP, UDP, IGMP, MROUTING, OSPF, TCP, DNS, IPX, ISDN, Frame
Relay, address pools, modems, calls, X.25/PAD, system uptime,
V.110 calls, active users, and DNIS. To display arguments and syn­tax, type show ?.

and displaying the MAX unit’s Domain Name System (DNS) table.
To display arguments and syntax, enter dnstab ?.

kill Disconnects a user’s Telnet connection.

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Monitoring and managing IP and IPX routing

The commands summarized in Table 3-8 provide ways to monitor and manage IP and IPX
routing connections. For detailed information, refer to the Administration Guide.

Table 3-8. Monitoring and managing IP and IPX routing from the terminal server

Terminal-server
command

iproute When used with arguments, provides a set of commands for adding

ping Verifies that the transmission path between a MAX unit and another

ipxping Verifies the netwo rk- layer transmission path from the MAX unit to

traceroute When used with arguments, traces the route of an IP packet, to help

Function

a static route to the MAX unit’s routing table, removing a route from
the routing table, and displaying the routing table. To display argu­ments and syntax, enter iproute ?.

station is open.

Novell NetWare stations.

to identify slow routers or diagnose IP routing problems. To display
arguments and syntax, enter traceroute ?.

Initiating host-to-host conn ections

The commands summarized in Table 3-9 provide ways to initiate host-to-host connections that
use an analog modem, an ISDN modem (such as a V.120 terminal adapter), or raw TCP. For
more information about configuring and using the terminal server for host-to-host connections,

see Chapter 4, “Preparing to Configure the MAX.” For detailed instructions, see the Network
Configuration Guide.

Depending on the commands you select, you can configure the terminal server for initiating
connections through either a menu interface or the command line:

• By executing the menu command, you start the terminal server’s menu mode, a
menu-style listing of as many as four hosts to use for Telnet and/or raw TCP host
connections. You specify values for parameters in the Ethernet > Mod Config > TServ
Options profile to configure the terminal server for menu mode. (Configuring menu mode
is described in more detail in “Terminal-server configuration tasks” on page 5-9.)

• By executing the commands listed in Table 3-9, you start host-to-host connections using
the specified protocol. Y o u enable these commands by setting parameters in the Ethernet >
Mod Config > TServ Options profile

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.

Table 3-9. Initiating host-to-host connections from the terminal server

Terminal-server

Function

command

slip Starts a Serial Line IP connection.
cslip Starts a Compressed SLIP connection.
ppp Starts a Point-to-Point Protocol connection.

Initiating login sessions with remote hosts

The commands in Table 3-10 provide ways to initiate login sessions with remote hosts, either
from the terminal-server command line (called terminal mode) or immediately when a user
logs in (called immediate mode). Configuring terminal mode and immediate mode are

described in more detail in “Terminal-server configuration tasks” on page 5-9 and in the
Network Configuration Guide.

In terminal mode, the MAX establishes a session between the remote user’s PC and the
terminal server . Users can enter terminal- server comman ds at the command line to initiate host
connections.

In immediate mode, the MAX initiates a connection to a specified host for a dial-in user. The
host requires that the user enter login and password information.

Table 3-10. Initiating login sessions with remote hosts from the terminal server

Terminal-server

Function

command

rlogin Starts a login session between a remote user’s PC and a host, using

rlogin.

telnet Starts a login session between a remote user’s PC and a host, using

Telnet.

tcp Starts a login session between a remote user’s PC and a host, using

TCP.

Dialing out through digital modems

The commands summarized in Table 3-11 prov ide ways for you as a local user to u se the MAX
digital modems to dial out from the terminal-server interface. Once you connect to a modem,
you can issue AT commands as if connected locally to the modem’s asynchronous port.

Before issuing A T commands to dial out, you must have digital modems installed on the MAX
and you must enable the Ethernet > Mod Config > TServ Options > Modem Dialou t parameter.

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Table 3-11. Dialing out through digital modems from the terminal server

Terminal-server
command

open Sets up a virtual connection to a modem.
resume Restarts a virtual connection that has been bro ken by pressing Ctrl-C

close Terminates a virtual connection.

For more information, see “Establishing dial-out calls through terminal-server connections ” on
page 5-12.

Function

three times and returns the user to the terminal-server interface.

Managing X.25 connections

The commands summarized in Table 3-12 provide ways to manage X.25 connections.

Table 3-1 2. X.25 management from the term inal server

Terminal-server
command

pad Accesses the X.25 Packet Assembler/Disassembler (P AD). The pad

x28

Function

and x28 commands are identical in function and usage.

t3pos Accesses the X.25 Transaction Processing Protocol for Point-of-Ser-

vice (T3POS ).

Managing tunneling

The commands summarized in Table 3-13 provide ways to manage tunneling. Any MAX unit
supporting Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) or Layer-2 Tunneling Protocol (L2TP)
does not display a terminal-server prompt to dial-in users, because all dial-in calls are
immediately transferred to PPTP or L2TP servers.

Table 3-13. Tunnel management from the terminal server

Terminal-server
commands

pptp Initiates a PPTP session with a PPTP server.
l2tp Initiates an L2TP session with an L2TP server.

Function

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Using the Diagnostic-mode CLI

The Diagnostic-mode CLI includes a variety of tools for diagnosing MAX and network
problems. In most cases, use only th e diagnostic comm ands that the pro cedures documented in
MAX manuals direct you to use unless instructed otherwise by Technical Support.

!

Caution: Under most circumstances, diagnostic commands are not required for correct

operation of the MAX unit, and in some circumstances might produce undesirable results.
Contact Technical Support with any questions or concerns.

This section describes how to access and quit the Diagnostic-mode CLI, and introduces some
of the most commonly used diagnostic commands. For more information about using
diagnostic commands and for detailed infor mation about interpreting command output, s ee the
Administration Guide.

Accessing and quitting the Diagnostic-mode CLI

Before you can access the Diagnostic-mode CLI, you must enable the Field Service and
Operations parameters in the active Security profile. (Set the values to Yes.) (For information

about Security profiles, see “Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes ” on
page 4-3.) The Field Service parameter enables or disables the ability to perform field service
operations, such as uploading new system software. The Operations parameter enables or
disables the ability to change parameter values. When Operations is set to No, mo st DO m e nu
commands, including those in the Diagnostic-mode CLI, are disabled.

To access diagnostic modes, use one of the following two methods:

• At the MAX VT100 interface, display the DO menu by pressing Ctrl-D. Then press D or
select D=Diagnostics.

• At the MAX VT100 interface, press the following key sequence in rapid succession:
Esc [ Esc = (Escape key, Left Bracket key, Escape key, Equals key)

You must press all four keys within one second for the MAX to recognize the escape
sequence.

At any time, you can leave the Diagnostic-mode CLI by entering quit.

Using diagnostic commands

Enter diagnostic commands at the Diagnostic-mode CLI’s prompt (>), then press Return.
Use the commands only as directed in procedures described in MAX manuals or by Technical

Support.

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Listing Diagnostic-mode commands

The commands summarized in Table 3-14 provide information about diagnostic commands.

Table 3-14. Getting information about diagnostic commands

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Diagnostic
command

?
help

? ascend
help ascend

Function

Displays list of commonly used diagnostic commands with brief
functional descriptions.

Displays a list of all diagnostic commands available on your MAX
model with brief functional descriptions.

Getting information about modem activity

The commands summarized in Table 3-15 provide information about modem activity.

Table 3-15. Obtaining diagnostic infor mation about modem activity

Diagnostic
command

avm Displays modem availability, including modem state and a recent

mdialout Displays information about outbound modem calls. Often this com-

Function

history of each modem’s activity.

mand is used in conjunction with modemdrvstate.

modemdiag Toggles (enables and disables) diagnostic information about call

modemdrvstate Toggles (enables and disab les) di agn os tic in form at ion in the form

Managing memory content

MAX unit memory includes:

• Main memory, stored on a synchronous dynamic RAM (SDRAM) module (32 MB in
standard configuration). Used for TAOS code execution and current configuration storage.

• Flash memory, stored on a nonvolatile RAM (NVRAM) module (8 MB in standard
configuration). Used for storing the TAOS executable (compressed) and a copy of the
current configuration. A subportion of NVRAM contains the unit’s IP address and
passwords.

termination, the last and highest data rates at which the modem was
transmitting, the last and highest data rates at which the modem
was receiving, error correction and data compression protocols,
attenuation, and line quality.

of the communication to and from the MAX unit’s modem driver,
including buffer allocation, AT command strings used to establish
connection, and received data format.

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Note: Your MAX unit can also be configured to use memory on an optional PCMCIA card.
Additional memory management commands and op tio ns are available for managing PCMCIA
cards. (For more information, see the Administration Guide.)

The commands summarized in Table 3-16 provide tools for managing the MAX unit’ s memory
content.

Table 3-16. Commands for managing the MAX unit’s memo ry

Diagnostic
command

nvramclear Clears the content of flash memory, except for the subportion con-

fclear Clears the subportion of flash memory that contains the unit’s IP

fsave Copies the current configuration of the MAX unit into flash mem-

frestore Copies the content of flash memory to main memory (SDRAM).
tloadcode Loads TAOS executable file from a TFTP server to the MAX unit’s

Function

taining the unit’s IP address and passwords. When you clear
NVRAM, the MAX unit resets and initializes itself with the config­uration stored in flash memory, which is commonly a copy of the
current configuration. (To set the unit to its factory-default configu­ration, us e flcear to clear flash memory, then use nvram-
clear.)

address and passwords.

ory.

flash memory. The code executes after you reset the MAX unit.
The command syntax is: tloadcode
where

TFTPserver

filename

and
dard TFTP directory.

is the name or IP address of the TF TP server

is the name of the TAOS executable in the stan-

TFTPserver filename

trestore Restores a configuration file from a TFTP server. The command

syntax is: trestore
where

TFTPserver

filename

and

tsave Saves the configuration stored in flash memory to a TFTP server.

The command syntax is: tsave
where

TFTPserver

filename

and

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TFTPserver filename

is the name or IP address of the TF TP server

is the name of the configuration file.

TFTPserver filename

is the name or IP address of the TF TP server

is the name of the configuration file.

Adding optional features to the MAX un it

You can use the update command to enable some MAX unit options. For many optional fea­tures, you must obtain a set of software licenses, or hash codes (supplied by a Lucent Technol­ogies representative). You use the update command with the hash code text string to enable
the feature.

You can use update without a text string modifier to display information about interfaces,
ports, and field features that have been enabled.

Viewing the fatal-error history log

Each time the MAX unit reboots, it logs a fatal-error message to the fatal-error history log. The
fatal-error history log also includes Warnings, which are generated by events that do not cause
the unit to reset.

Note: If your MAX unit experiences a fatal-error reset or Warning, contact Lucent
Technologies Technical Support immediately.

The commands summarized in Table 3-17 enable you to use the fatal-error history log.

Table 3-17. Commands for fatal-error history log usage

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Diagnostic
command

fatal-history Displays the contents of the fatal-error history log. The number of

clr-history Clears the fatal-error history log. You must always display the log

Using status windows

The right side of the screen in the MAX VT100 interface displays eight status windows
(Figure 3-2). The status windows display read-only information about what is currently
happening in the MAX.

This section describes the information contained in the eight window s that are displayed by
default and how to replace a default window with a status window of your choice.

Function

entries is limited by flash memory space.

before you clear it.

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Figure 3-2. Status windows

|--------------------| |--------------------|
|10-100 1234567890 | |70-000 Modem Stat |

| L1/LA .......... | |123456789012 |

| 12345678901234 | |------------ |

| .............. | |------------ |

|--------------------| |--------------------|
|40-100 Sessions | |00-200 15:10:34 |
|> 0 Active | |>M31 Line Ch |
| | | Ethernet up |
|--------------------| |--------------------|
|40-300 WAN Stat | |40-400 Ether Stat |
|>Rx Pkt: 184318 | |>Rx Pkt: 3486092 |
| Tx Pkt: 159232 | | Tx Pkt: 10056 |
| | | Col: 3530 |
|--------------------| |--------------------|
|00-100 Sys Option | |Main Status Menu |
|>Security Prof: 1 ^| |>00-000 System ^|
| Software +8.0.0+ | | 10-000 Net/T1 |
| S/N: 7253600 v| | 20-000 Empty v|
|--------------------| |--------------------|

Activating and navigating status windows

To make a status window active, press the Tab key until that window is highlighted by a thick
border. The Tab key moves the thick border from left to right, top to bottom, and then back to
the Main Edit Menu window.

To scroll through the selections in the Main Status Menu, tab to that window, then use the Up
Arrow key or the Down Arrow key to scroll within the window. (You can also use Ctrl-P and
Ctrl-N.) T o access a submenu, use the Right Arrow key, and to return to the original menu, use
the Left Arrow key. (You can also use Enter and Escape.)

Some of the status windows contain more information than can be displayed at once in the
window. A lowercase v in the lower-right corner of a window indicates that more information
is available. You can scroll through additional information if you make the window active.

Default status window displays

You can set the Status parameter in the System profile to specify which status windows are
displayed when the MAX powers up. For descriptions of all of the codes and information that
can be displayed in each window, see the MAX Reference.

Note: Depending on how your MAX unit has been configured, some status windows appear
by default and some do not. The following subsections explain how to display the Main Status
Menu from any status window. If the status window described is already displayed on your
VT100 interface, you can scroll through the submenus to view its contents.

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Line status window

To display a line status, tab to the Main Status Menu, which is, by default, the top-left status
window. Slot 1 contains the built-in T1 line, E1 line, or BRI line connections. Press the Down
Arrow key to move the cursor to Slot 1 (10-000 Net1/T1 on a T1 MAX 3000 unit). For
example:

|--------------------|
|Main Status Menu |
| 00-000 System |
| >10-000 Net/T1 |
| 20-000 Empty |
| |

Then press the Right Arrow key to access the Net/T1 > Line N Stat window. For example:

|--------------------|
|10-000 Net1/T1 |
|>10-100 Line 1 Stat |
| 10-200 Line 2 Stat |
| 10-300 Line 3 Statv|
||

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Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor to the line you want to check, then press the
Right Arrow key. The window displays four lines:

|--------------------|
|10-000 1234567890 |
| L1/LA ---------- |
| 12345678901234 |
| -------------- |
||

Interpret the lines as follows:

• The first line shows the menu number and column numbers for channels 1–10.

• The second line identifies the line (L1 or L2), displays a 2-character link-status indicator,
and displays a 1-character channel-status indicator for each channel. For example, LA
indicates Link Active (the line is physically connected).

Other link-status indicators are:
– n means the channel is nailed.
– * indicates a current connection.
– - means the channels is idle but in service.
– s means the channel is an active D channel (ISDN only).

• The third line has column headers for channels 11–24.

• The fourth line shows a 1-character channel-status indicators for channels 11–24.

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Modem Stat window

The Main Status Menu window contains an entry for each modem card. When you select an
entry for a modem card, the Modem Stat (modem status) menu appears in the window. On the
MAX 3000, modem cards can be placed in slots 2, 3 or 7.

To display the Modem Stat window for a modem module, tab to a status window, then use the
arrow keys to access the Modem Stat window.

In the Modem Stat menu, each modem corresponds to a character in the row (or rows) of
characters beneath the modem numbers.

Following is an example of a Modem Stat window for a 24-modem card:

70-000 Modem Stat
123456789012

-**-*-**----

------------

The first line shows the window name. The second line lists the modems by number, and the
third and fourth lines contain a status indicator for each modem. Table 3-18 describes the status
indicators.

Table 3-18. Modem-status characters

Indicator Mnemonic Description

. Nothing Modem is nonexistent.
f Failed Modem failed the Power-On Self Test (POST). The

modem is unavailable for use.

- Not used Modem is not in use.
a Waiting to go

active

A Active RLSD is already active and the unit is waiting for result

* Connected Call is connected, and the unit is monitoring the RLSD.
i Initializing Modem is reinitializing after being reset.
q Open request Modem is reinitializing after being reset, and an open

Modem has been instructed to dial or answer a call, and
the unit is waiting for the Received Line Signal Detec­tor (RLSD) to go active.

codes to be decoded. This state is entered only if RLSD
precedes the codes.

request is waiting to be processed when reinitialization
is completed.

Q Open request

for virtual
connection

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Modem is reinitializing after being reset, and an open
request for virtual connection is waiting to be processed
when reinitialization is completed.

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Table 3-18. Modem-status characters (continued)

Indicator Mnemonic Description

d Dialing First part of the dial string has been sent.Unit is pausing

for the modem to read and process the first part before
sending the second part.

v Virtual con-

nection

o Out of service

in interface

O Ou t of service User has disable d the modem from the MAX c onfigu-

Session and system status windows

The built-in Ethernet port is assigned slot 4, and the s ystem itself is assigned slot 0. By def ault,
the third and fourth status windows show active routing sessions on Ethernet and as many as
32 log messages related to the system. For example:

|--------------------| |--------------------|
|40-100 Sessions | |00-200 15:10:34 |
|> 0 Active | |>M31 Line 01 Ch 0 |
| | | Trunk up |
| | | slc-lab-236 |
|--------------------| |--------------------|

To display the Sessions window, if it is not already displayed by default, tab to any status
window, then use the arrow keys to access the Ethernet > Sessions window.

Virtual connection session is active on modem. No call
is yet active.

User has disabled the modem from the MAX configu­ration interface. The modem is unavailable for calls.

ration interface. The modem is unavailable for calls and
a B channel is set to OutOfService.

T o display the System Message Log window , if it is not already displayed by default, tab to any
status window, then use the arrow keys to access the System > Message Log window.

The Sessions window shows the number of active bridging or routing and modem (terminal
server) sessions. When this window is active, you can s croll d own to see the name, addr ess, o r
CLID of each connected device. Each line starts with a 1-character session-status indicator. For
example, O means online. For terminal-server sessions, the modem number is identified.

The system message log provides up to 32 of the m ost r ecent sys tem even ts. Use an arrow key
to scroll up (previous messages) or down (later messages). The Delete key clears all the
messages in the log.

The message log window is organized as follows:

• The first line shows the menu number and the time the most recently logged event
occurred.

• The second line identifies the log entry number (M00-M31) and, if applicable, the line and
channel on which the event occurred.

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• The third line contains the text of the message. For example:
– Call Terminated (An active call disconnected normally.)
– LAN session up (An incoming connection has been established.)
– No Connection (The remote device did not answer the call.)

• The fourth line contains a message qualifier, such as a name or telephone number that
qualifies the message displayed.

WAN and Ethernet status windows

By default, the fifth and sixth status windows show statistics about each active WAN link and
the Ethernet interface. For example:

|--------------------| |--------------------|

|40-300 WAN Stat | |40-400 Ether Stat |
|>Rx Pkt: 184318^| |>Rx Pkt: 3486092 |
| Tx Pkt: 159232 | | Tx Pkt: 10056 |
| CRC: 0v| | Col: 3530 |
|--------------------| |--------------------|

To display the WAN Stat window, if it is not already displayed by default, tab to any status
window, then use the arrow keys to access the Ethernet > WAN Stat window.

To display the Ether Stat window, if it is not already displayed by default, tab to any status
window, then use the arrow keys to access the Ethernet > Ether Stat window.

The WAN Stat wind ow shows th e cu rrent coun t of received frames, transmitted frames, and
frames with errors for each active WAN link and for the entire WAN. When this window is
active, you can scroll down to see the statistics for each link. The first line of each per-link
count shows the name, IP address, or MAC address of the remote device.

The Ether Stat window shows the current count of received frames, transmitted frames, and
frames with errors at the Ethernet interface.

Sys Option and Main Status Menu windo w s

By default, the bottom two status windows are the Sys Option win dow, which contains
management information about the MAX unit, and the Main Status Menu window. For
example:

|--------------------| |--------------------|
|00-100 Sys Option | |Main Status Menu |
|>Security Prof: 1 ^| |>00-000 System ^|
| Software +8.0.0+ | | 10-000 Net/T1 |
| S/N: 5210003 v| | 20-000 Empty v|
|--------------------| |--------------------|

To display the System Options window, if it is not already displayed by default, tab to any
status window, then use the arrow keys to access the System > Sys Option window.

The Sys Options window shows which Security profile is active, which TAOS version is
running, and the unit’s serial number (S/N). Additionally, it can list a variety of hardware or
software options. It also displays a system uptime value, which is updated every few seco nds

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to show the number of days, hours, minutes, and seconds the MAX has been operating. For
example:

Up: 12:17:18:26

When the Sys Options window is active, you can use the arrow keys to scroll down and dis play
the list of system options. Appearing, for example, are the software load name, various
installed-software options (such as Frame Relay and BONDING), and the AuthServer and
AcctServer options, which specify the IP addresses of the RADIUS (or TACACS)
authentication server and the RADIUS accounting server.

The last status window contains the Main Status Menu, a hierarchical menu that contains an
entry for each line or installed card in the MAX. The str ucture of the Main Status Menu ex actly
follows the Main Edit Menu (the top-level configuration menu).

When the window that displays the Main Status Menu is active, the menu works like the Main
Edit Menu. Use the arrow keys to scroll to a particular status menu. Then press the Enter key to
open that menu and the Escape key to close it.

Specifying which status windows appear

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You can specify which status windows the VT100 interface displays. The total number of
status windows is always limited to eight, but you can set parameters to focus on a selected
area of functionality. (For details about the windows you can choose to display and the

MAX

information in each one, see the
To specify which status window appears on the VT100 interface, proceed as follows:

1 From the Main Edit Menu, select System > Sys Config.
2 Press the Down Arrow key to scroll to the Status # parameter(s) in the status window(s)

you want to customize. (For example, the MAX displays the line-status window for the T1
or E1 line in Sl ot 1 as window 1 by default.) Continue with step 3 and step 4 to
reconfigure the MAX to use status window 3 (for example) to display the line-status
window for the T1 (or E1) line.

3 For the Status 3 parameter, specify the number identifying the status window menu you

want to display. For example:

Status 3=10-100

Note: Every menu and submenu has an identifying number (for example, 20-100, or
20-200). You can scroll through the Main Status Menu to get the identifying status
numbers.

4 Save and close the System profile.

When the MAX resets, the status windows appears with the new selections.

For more details about slot, line, and port numbers, see the Network Configuration Guide.

Reference.)

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Specialized interfaces for MAX configuration and network management

Specialized interfaces for MAX configuration and
network management

Depending on how you intend to use your MAX unit, you might need additional management
tools for monitoring network activities. This section summarizes information about some of
the commonly used tools for MAX management and refers to other information resources.

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

You can use Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) applications to get information
from the MAX, enhance security, set alarms for specified conditions, and perform simple
configuration tasks.

TAOS software supports the Ascend Enterprise MIB, MIB II, and ancillary SNMP features.
The MAX can send management information to an SNMP manager without being polled.

For information about using SNMP, see the Administration Guide.

Syslog host reporting

The Syslog reporting facility, originally a UNIX-based daemon, is now available for Microsoft
Windows servers and workstations, and is supported by TAOS.

You can use the Syslog facility running on a Syslog host to receive call and system event
messages from the MAX. Syslog messages are recorded during the establishment of a call,
during graceful or unexpected disconnection, and during various other events.

See the Administration Guide for information about using Syslog.

Navis network management applications

The Lucent Technologies Navis™ suite of network management applications provides
graphical user interfaces for monitoring, diagnosing, and controlling devices and services on
the network.

Contact your Lucent Technologies representative or visit the Lucent Technologies Web site at
http://www.lucent.com/ins for informa t ion about Nav is network management
applications.

RADIUS-based products

RADIUS software can be used to extend and enhance authentication and accounting services
for MAX users.

For information about the RADIUS support in TAOS, see the TAOS RADIUS Guide and
Reference and the Network Configuration Guide. For information about the Navis RADIUS
application, contact your Lucent Technologies representative or visit the Lucent Technologies
Web site at http://www.lucent.com/ins.

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Preparing to Configure the MAX

Preparing the MAX and network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Assigning an IP address to the MAX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Setting MAX system options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Before you begin to configure your MAX for network operations, you need to set up your
hardware on the network and be prepared to use the MAX configuration interface. In addition,
you need to perform basic configuration tasks to secure the MAX from unauthorized
configuration changes and establish system parameters. Depending on whether you use the
control port or Telnet for configuration, you might also want to assign an IP address to the
MAX unit. You cannot use Telnet until you first set the IP address.

Preparing the MAX and network

4

In preparing to configure your MAX unit, make sure of the following:

• You have installed the MAX as described in Chapter 2, “Setting Up and Testing the MAX
Hardware.”

• You understand how to use a MAX configuration interface, as described in Chapter 3,
“MAX User Interfaces.”

• You have available:
– One or more active, installed, and provisioned ISDN lines accessible from the MAX.

(The type of line—BRI, T1, or E1—depends on the MAX model you are

configuring.) These lines must provide switched data service on at least two channels.
– An active Ethernet LAN with appropriate cables and connectors.
– A remote unit (a MAX or other compatible equipment) that you can Ping or connect

to by Telnet over a dial-up PPP encapsulated link across the WAN.
– A local host or workstation, on the same subnet as the MAX, that can Telnet to or

Ping the MAX.

Figure 4-1 illustrates a typical network setup in which the MAX unit can be conf igur ed to
place and receive calls on a LAN and WAN. In Chapter 6, “Quickstart,” such a setup is used to
test a MAX configuration.

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Assigning an IP address to the MAX

Figure 4-1. ISDN setup with MAX placing and receiving calls on LAN and WAN

PC on
same subnet

LAN

Remote
device

WAN

BRI, T1, or
E1 line

MAX 3000

Assigning an IP address to the MAX

If you want to use Telnet or other remote management tools to access the MAX unit for
configuration and management, you need to assign an IP address to the unit. If you are using
the control port to configure the MAX, you do not need to assign an IP address.

To assign an IP address, you set the IP Adrs parameter in the Ether Options profile, which is
located in Ethernet > Mod Config > Ether Options. Proceed as follows:

1 From the Main Edit Menu, select Ethernet > Mod Config > Ether Options.

The following list of parameters appears. (The settings shown are examples only.)

40-D00 Mod Config

Ether options

IP Adrs=10.9.8.7

2nd Adrs=0.0.0.0/0

RIP =Off

RIP2 Use Multicast=No

Ignore Def Rt=Yes

Proxy Mode=Off

Filter=0

IPX Frame=None

IPX Enet#=N/A

IPX Pool#=N/A

IPX SAP Filter=N/A

Handle IPX Type20=N/A

Ethernet

2 Set the IP Adrs parameter to the IP address and (optional) subnet mask of the MAX. A

slash (/) separates the address and the mask. For example, 198.5.248.40/29 indicates that
29 bits of the IP address are interpreted as network bits.

3 Press the Left Arrow key to exit the Ether Options profile.

A confirmation menu appears:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

4 Press 2 to save your changes.
5 Press the Left Arrow key twice to return to the Main Edit Menu.

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Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes

Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration
changes

To secure the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes, you need to restrict the access
automatically granted to all callers on a new MAX by doing the following:

• Restrict the configuration access to the MAX provided by the Default Security profile.

• Change the Full Access Security profile password from the factory default, which is
Ascend, to a secure password.

• Set a password to be used by all callers requesting Telnet sessions.

• Change the default SNMP read-write community password from write to a secure
password.

Restricting the default access

To restrict the configuration access to the MAX provided by the Default Security profile,
proceed as follows:

1 With the cursor (>) pointing to System, press the Right Arrow key.

The System menu appears:

00-000 System
> 00-100 SysConfig

00-200 Sys Diag
00-300 Security
00-400 Feature Codes
00-500 Destinations
00-600 Dial Plan

2 Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor down until it is pointing to Security:

00-000 System

00-100 Sys Config
00-200 Sys Diag

> 00-300 Security

00-400 Feature Codes
00-500 Destinations
00-600 Dial Plan

3 Press the Right Arrow key to display the Security menu:

00-300 Security
> 00-301 Default

00-302
00-303
00-304
00-305
00-306
00-307
00-308
00-309 Full Access

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4 Press the Right Arrow key again to display the Default Security profile:

00-301 Default
> Name=Default

Passwd=
Operations=Yes
Edit Security=Yes
Edit System=Yes
Edit Line=Yes
Edit All Ports=Yes
Edit Own Port=N/A
Edit All Calls=N/A
Edit Com Call=N/A
Edit Own Call=N/A
Edit Cur Call=N/A
Sys Diag=Yes
All Port Diag=Yes
Own Port Diag=N/A
Download=Yes
Upload=Yes
Field Service=Yes

5 Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor down until it is pointing to the Operations

parameter:

00-301 Default

Name=Default
Passwd=

> Operations=Yes

Edit Security=Yes
Edit System=Yes
Edit Line=Yes
Edit All Ports=Yes
Edit Own Port=N/A
Edit All Calls=N/A
Edit Com Call=N/A
Edit Own Call=N/A
Edit Cur Call=N/A
Sys Diag=Yes
All Port Diag=Yes
Own Port Diag=N/A
Download=Yes
Upload=Yes
Field Service=Yes

6 Press Enter to change the Operations setting from the default value of Yes to No.
7 Press the Left Arrow key to exit the Default Security profile.

The Exit menu appears:

Exit?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

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Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes

8 Press 2 to exit the profile and save the changes.

The top-level Security menu reappears:

00-300 Security
> 00-301 Default

00-302
00-303 Full Access

Changing the password in the Full Access Security profile

To change the password in the Full Access Security profile, proceed as follows:
1 In the top-level Security menu, press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor down until

it is pointing to Full Access:

00-300 Security

00-301 Default
00-302
00-303
00-304
00-305
00-306
00-307
00-308

> 00-309 Full Access

2 Press the Right Arrow key to open the Full Access profile:

00-309 Full Access
> Name=Full Access

Passwd=Ascend
Operations=Yes
Edit Security=Yes
Edit System=Yes
Edit Line=Yes
Edit All Ports=Yes
Edit Own Port=N/A
Edit All Calls=N/A
Edit Com Call=N/A
Edit Own Call=N/A
Edit Cur Call=N/A
Sys Diag=Yes
All Port Diag=Yes
Own Port Diag=N/A
Download=Yes
Upload=Yes
Field Service=Yes

3 Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor to the Passwd parameter

(Passwd=Ascend).

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4 Press the Right Arrow key.

An edit field opens, delimited by brackets:

00-303 Full Access

Name=Full Access
Passwd:

[Ascend]

The edit field includes a blinking text cursor.

5 Type a new, secure password, consisting of no more than 20 characters. (The

factory-default password is cleared when you type the first character.)

6 Press Enter to exit the text-entry mode.
7 Press the Left Arrow key to exit the Full Access profile.

The Exit menu appears:

Exit?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

8 Press 2 to exit the profile and save the changes.

The top-level Security menu appears:

00-300 Security
> 00-301 Default

00-302
00-303
00-304
00-305
00-306
00-307
00-308
00-309 Full Access

Later, when you reset or power-cycle the MAX, the new, restrictive Default Security
profile will be in effect. To configure the MAX, you will be required to supply the new
password that you assigned in step 5 to activate the Full Access Security profile.

Setting password protection for Telnet access

Assigning a Telnet password ensures that all users requesting Telnet sessions with the MAX,
either locally or across a WAN, must enter the password. To assign a password, proceed as
follows:

1 If you have just finished configuring the Security profiles, press the Left Arrow key to exit

the Security profile.
The System menu appears:

00-000 System
> 00-100 Sys Config

00-200 Sys Diag
00-300 Security
00-400 Feature Codes
00-500 Destinations
00-600 Dial Plan

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2 Press the Left Arrow key to exit from the System menu.

The Main Menu appears.

3 Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor to Ethernet:

Main Edit Menu

00-000 System
10-000 Net/T1
20-000 Host/Dual
30-000 Empty

> 40-000 Ethernet

60-000 Serial WAN
70-000 V.90 S56 III Modem-24

4 Press the Right Arrow key. The Ethernet menu appears:

40-000 Ethernet
> 40-100 Connections

40-200 Names/Passwords
40-300 Bridge Adrs
40-400 Static Rtes
40-500 Filters
40-600 Firewalls
40-700 Frame Relay
40-800 X.25
40-900 Answer
40-A00 SNMP Traps
40-B00 SNMPv3 USM Users
40-C00 IPX Routes
40-D00 IPX SAP Filters
40-E00 Virtual Routers
40-F00 Mod Config

5 Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor to Mod Config:

40-000 Ethernet

40-100 Connections
40-200 Names/Passwords
40-300 Bridge Adrs
40-400 Static Rtes
40-500 Filters
40-600 Firewalls
40-700 Frame Relay
40-800 X.25
40-900 Answer
40-A00 SNMP Traps

40-B00 SNMPv3 USM Users

40-C00 IPX Routes
40-D00 IPX SAP Filters
40-E00 Virtual Routers

> 40-F00 Mod Config

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6 Press the Right Arrow key to display the Mod Config profile:

40-F00 Mod Config
> Module Name=max

Ether options...
WAN options...
SNMP options...
OSPF options...
OSPF global options...
Route Pref...
TServ options...
Bridging=No
IPX Routing=No
Shared Prof=Yes
Telnet PW=xxxxx
Telnet Security=Global
RIP Policy=Poison Rvrs
RIP Summary=No
RIP Trigger=Yes
ICMP Redirects=Accept

7 Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor to the Telnet PW parameter.
8 Press the Right Arrow key.

An edit field opens, delimited by brackets:

40-F00 Mod Config
> Module Name=max

Ether options...
WAN options...
SNMP options...
OSPF options...
OSPF global options...
Route Pref...
TServ options...
Bridging=No
IPX Routing=No
AppleTalk=No
Shared Prof=Yes
Telnet Security=Global
Telnet PW=xxxxx

[]

The edit field includes a blinking text cursor.

9 Type a password of 20 or fewer characters.
10 Press Enter to exit the text-entry mode.
11 Press the Left Arrow key to display the Exit menu:

Exit?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

12 Press 2 to exit and save the changed password.

The Ethernet menu reappears.

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Securing the MAX from unauthorized configuration changes

Setting password protection for SNMP access

An SNMP community string is a password that SNMP manager applications must specify to
gain access to the SNMP Management Information Base (MIB). The read community string is
public by default, enabling SNMP managers to perform read commands. The read-write
communit y string is write by default, enabling SNMP managers to perform read and write
commands. You must change the read-write community string to a more secure password.

To change the password. Proceed as follows:
1 With the Ethernet > Mod Config menu displayed, press the Down Arrow key to move the

cursor to SNMP Options:

40-CD00 Mod Config

Ether options...
WAN options...

> SNMP options...

OSPF options...
OSPF global options...
Route Pref...
TServ options...
Bridging=Yes
IPX Routing=Yes
AppleTalk=Yes
Shared Prof=Yes
Telnet Security=Global
Telnet PW=xxxxx
RIP Policy=Split Horzn
RIP Summary=Yes
RIP Trigger=Yes
ICMP Redirects=Accept

Preparing to Configure the MAX

2 Press Enter to display the SNMP Options profile:

40-D00 Mod Config

SNMP options...
> READ Comm=public

R/W Comm Enable=Yes
R/W Comm=write
Security=No
RD Mgr1=0.0.0.0
RD Mgr2=0.0.0.0
RD Mgr3=0.0.0.0
RD Mgr4=0.0.0.0
RD Mgr5=0.0.0.0
WR Mgr1=0.0.0.0
WR Mgr2=0.0.0.0
WR Mgr3=0.0.0.0
WR Mgr4=0.0.0.0
WR Mgr5=0.0.0.0
Queue Depth=0

3 Press the Down Arrow key to move the cursor to R/W Comm.

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Setting MAX system options

4 To change the password to a secure string, press Enter.

An edit field opens, delimited by brackets:

40-D00 Mod Config

SNMP options...

READ Comm=public
R/W Comm Enable=Yes
R/W Comm=

[]

The edit field includes a blinking text cursor.

5 Type a string of 31 or fewer characters.
6 Press Enter to exit the text-entry mode.
7 Press the Left Arrow key to display the Exit menu:

Exit?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

8 Type 2 to exit and save the changed password.

The Ethernet menu reappears.

9 Press Ctrl-D to exit the VT100 configuration interface.

The context-sensitive DO command menu appears:

DO...
> 0=Esc

P=Password
C=Close TELNET

10 Press C to close the connection.

Setting MAX system options

MAX system parameters are contained in the System profile ( System > Sys Config). You must
set the system name for the MAX to be recognized by other devices on the network. Other
system parameters might be useful, depending on your site requirements.

Activating administrative permissions

Before you can use the administrative commands and profiles, you must log in as a superuser
by activating a Security profile that has sufficient permissions (for example, the Full Access
profile). Proceed as follows:

1 Press Ctrl-D.

The DO menu appears:

00-300 Security
DO

…

>0=ESC

P=Password

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Setting MAX system options

2 Press P (or select P=Password).
3 In the list of Security profiles that opens, select Full Access.

The MAX prompts you for the Full Access password:

00-300 Security
Enter Password:

[]

Press > to accept

4 Type the password assigned to the profile, and press Enter. The default password for the

Full Access login is Ascend.
When you enter the correct password, the MAX display s a message informing you that the

password was accepted and that the MAX is using the new security level:

Message #119
Password accepted.
Using new security level.

If the password you enter is incorrect, the MAX prompts you again for the password.

Note: The first task you should perform after logging in as the superuser is to assign a new
password to the Full Access profile.

Establishing a system name and other system characteristics

T o conf igure the system name and other basic system parameters, proceed as follows:
1 Open the Sys Config profile (System > Sys Config).

The Sys Config profile appears.

00-100 Sys Config

Name=
Location=
Contact=
Date=00/00/00
Time=00:00:00
Term Rate=9600v

2 Set the Name parameter to a system name of 16 or fewer characters . The Name parameter

is case sensitive.

3 Set the Location parameter and the Contact parameter. Location specifies the physical

location of the MAX unit. Contact specifies a person or dep artment to wh ich error s should
be reported. Both parameters are SNMP-readable and must be 80 or fewer characters.

4 Set the Date parameter and the Time parameter. Specify the date in the format

month/day/year (for example, 01/24/00). The default is 00/00/00. Specify the time in the
format hour:minutes:seconds (for example, 13:24:24). The default is 00:00:00.

If you are using Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP), the MAX can maintain its date
and time by accessing the SNTP server.

5 Set the T erm Rate parameter. Term Rate specifies the data transfer rate of the control port.

For example, Term Rate = 9600.

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Setting MAX system options

6 Press the Left Arrow key to exit the Sys Config profile.

A confirmation menu appears:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

7 Press 2 to save your changes.

Establishing Syslog logging

If you plan to use Syslog to collect call and sys tem ev ent mes sages f rom the MAX, pro ceed as
follows to configure the MAX to send messages to a syslog daemon :

1 Open the Ethernet > Mod Config > Log profile.
2 Set the Syslog parameter to Yes.
3 Set the Log Host parameter to the IP address of the host running the syslog daemon.
4 Set the Log Port parameter to the port at which the syslog daemon listens for Syslog

messages from the MAX. The default is 514.

5 Specify the Log Facility value to be attached to each Syslog message.

The syslog daemon can receive messages from several devices, and it groups the
messages. If the daemon receives messages from devices that specify the same log facility ,
it stores them in the same file.

6 Exit and save the changes.
T o conf igure the syslog daemon on a UNIX host, you need to modify the host’s

/etc/syslog.conf file. This file specifies a specific action the daemon performs when it
receives messages with a particular Log Facility number. For example, if you set Log Facility
to Local5 in the MAX, and the syslog daemon should store messages from the MAX in the

/var/log/MAX file, add the following line to the /etc/syslog.conf file:

tab

local5.info

After making changes to the /etc/syslog.conf file, you must direct the UNIX host to
reread the file.

/var/log/MAX

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Basic Configurati on Tasks

Establishing TCP/IP connectivity through the Ether Options profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Establishing WAN connectivity through Connection profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Handling incoming calls through the Answer profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Establishing dial-in calls through terminal-server connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Establishing dial-out calls through terminal-server connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

For most sites, the first configuration tasks involve preparing the MAX unit to send and
receive calls. To establish LAN and WAN connectivity, you must configure parameters
contained in the Ether Options, Connection, and Answer profiles on your MAX. This chapter
summarizes the purpose of each of these profiles and how to configure the MAX to send and
receive calls.

For many sites, you need to configure additional software features. For a summary of
additional configuration possibilities and where to find information on how to accomplish the

tasks, see Chapter 7, “Next Steps.”

5

Establishing TCP/IP connectivity through the Ether Options profile

T o configure the MAX unit’ s IP address and LAN proto cols, you set parameter s in the Ethernet
> Mod Config > Ether Options profile. These parameters establish IP and IPX routing behavior
for the MAX, including Routing Information Protocol (RIP) control and secondary IP
addresses (dual IP). Instructions for setting the I P addr ess are in “Assigning an IP address to
the MAX” on page 4-2.

Establishing WAN connectivity through Connection profiles

Connection profiles are used to establish connections to remote devices over a WAN. They are
accessed through Ethernet > Connections > any Connec tion profile. Separate profiles are
needed for each device that connects directly to the MAX unit. T he MAX can store as many as
31 Connection profiles. (You can store additional profiles on external storage devices such as
RADIUS servers.)

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Basic Configuration Tasks

Establishing WAN connectivity through Connection profiles

Connection profiles contain parameters that define how the MAX places a call across a WAN
and the characteristics that govern an already established call from a known caller.

A MAX unit that is placing a call uses a Connection profile to d etermine such characteristics as
the telephone number, the number of channels, and the encapsulation method to use for the
connection.

A MAX unit that is receiving a call first uses its Answer profile to determine how to handle an
incoming call, but then immediately searches for a matching Conn ection profile that can define
the desired call characteristics. If the MAX does not find a Connection prof ile that matches the
incoming caller, the caller is identified as unknown and the MAX unit can use the
characteristics specified in the Answer profile to handle the call.

Connection profile functions

The following sections summarize the functionality of a Connection profile. Chapter 6,

“Quickstart” describes a basic Connection profile configuration. For detailed information
about configuring the MAX on your network, see the Network Configuration Guide. For
information about specific parameter settings, see the MAX Reference.

Identifying the remote device or caller

The values that define the remote device include the station name and call numbers. The
station name is specified by the Station parameter, which must match the name that the remote
device provides during session authentication. Call numbers specify the following:

• The number used when dialing out (the Dial # parameter).

• The number that is called by a remote device to establish a connection, and which is used
in Dial Number Information Service (DNIS) authentication (the Called # parameter).

• The remote device’s telephone number, which is used in Calling Line Identification
(CLID) authentication (the Calling # parameter).

Defining encapsulation

The Encaps parameter specifies the encapsulation method to use for exchanging data with a
remote network. Both sides of the link must use the same method.

The Encaps Options subprofile is accessed through Ethernet > Connections > any Connection
profile > Encaps Options. It contains a variety of parameters that further define how
Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) encapsulation negotiates data exchange, including:

• Authentication protocols, names, and passwords (the Send Auth, Bi-Dir Auth, Send
Name, Send PW, Recv Name, and Recv PW parameters).

• Header compression (the IPX Header Compression and VJ Comp parameters).

• Call backs (the CBCP Mode and CBCP Trunk Group parameters).

• Frame size (the MRU and MTU parameters).

• Link quality (the LQM, LQM Min, and LQM Max parameters).

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Defining a routing protocol

The Connection profile includes parameters for defining IP, IPX, AppleTalk, and OSPF
routing. You enable any of these routing protocols by setting a top-level Connection profile
parameter: RouteIP, RouteIPX, or Route AppleTalk. You specify the characteristics of routing
behavior in the following subprofiles: IP Options, IPX Options, AppleTalk Options, and OSPF
Options.

Table 5-1 summarizes the routing parameter options available in the Connection profile’s
routing subprofiles.

Table 5-1. Subprofiles in Ethernet > Connections > any Connecti on profile

Routing subprofile Function and related parameters

IP Options When Route IP is set to Yes, this subprofile d e f ines:

Basic Configuration Tasks

Establishing WAN connectivity through Connection profiles

• The IP address and subnet mask of the remote device (the LAN
Adrs parameter).

• The remote address of the link’s remote interface to the WAN
(the WAN Alias paramet e r).

• A numbered interface IP address (the IF Adrs parameter).

• Whether the LAN address should be disclosed in RIP queries
(the Private parameter).

• RIP characteristics (the RIP, Metric, and Preference
parameters).

• Dynamic IP addressing (the Pool parameter).

• Multicasting characteristics (the Multicast Client, Multicast
Rate Limit, and Multicast Grp Leave Delay parameters).

• Address resolution service characteristics, including Domain
Name Service (DNS) and Windows Internet Name Service
(WINS). The related parameters are Client Pri DNS, Client Sec
DNS, Client Assign DNS, Client Pri WINS, Client Sec WINS,
and Client Assign WINS.

IPX Options When IPX Ro uting is set to Yes, this subprofile defines:

• Whether the remote caller is a router or a dial-in client (the Peer
parameter).

• How packets are handled across the connection (the IPX RIP
and IPX SAP parameters).

• Whether the MAX places a call to the number indicated in the
Connection profile when a workstation on the local IPX
network looks for the nearest IPX server (the Dial Query
parameter).

• The network number of the remote-end router (the IPX Net#
parameter) and the network number assigned to a point-to-point
link (the IPX Alias# parameter).

(continued)

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Table 5-1. Subprofiles in Ethernet > Connections > any Connection profile (continued)

Routing subprofile Function and related parameters

IPX Options

AppleTalk Options When Route AppleTalk is set to Yes, this subprofile defines:

OSPF Options When Run OSPF is set to Yes, this subprofile defines:

• IPX server or client bridging configuration (the Handle IPX
parameter).

• The amount of time the MAX permits clients to remain logged
in to a NetWare server after their IPX connection has been torn
down (the Netware T/O parameter).

• SAP Home Server Proxy characteristics (the SAP HS Proxy
and SAP HS Proxy Net#N parameters)

• Whether the connection is a single-user PPP connection or a
router (the Peer parameter).

• The AppleTalk zone na me (the Zone Name parameter).

• The zone range that defines the networks available for packets
routed to the static route (the Net Start and Net End
parameters).

• The characteristics of the OSPF area to which the interface
belongs (the Area and AreaType parameters).

• Timing of packe ts through the interface, and time to wait before
declaring routers down (the Hello Interval and Dead Interval
parameters).

• Router priority in determining the designated router (the
Priority parameter).

• Characteristics of link cost metric (the Cost and DownCost
parameters).

• Authentication characteristics (the AuthType, AuthKey, Key
ID, and MD5Key parameters).

Defining the call session

The Session Options subprofile contains parameters that define aspects of the connection
applied on a session-by-session basis, including the followi ng:

• How filters are applied (the Data Filter, Call Filter, Filter Persistence, and IPX SAP Filter
parameters).

• How session, terminal-server, and channel idle times are handled (the Idle, TS Idle,
TSIdleMode, and Preempt parameters).

• The name of a backup Connection pr ofile for a nailed connection when the far -en d d evice
goes out of service (the Backup parameter).

• How the MAX determines when and for how long it should block repeated unsuccessful
calls (the Block Calls After and Blocked Duration parameters).

• The maximum duration of an incoming session (the Max Call Duration par a meter).

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• An IP address to which all incoming calls on this link will be directed, bypassing internal
routing and bridging tables (the IP Direct parameter).

• Characteristics related to the MAX unit’s role when configured as an Ascend Tunnel
Management Protocol (ATMP) home agent (the ATMP Gateway, Max ATMP Tunnels,
and ATMP RIP parameters).

• Characteristics related to the MAX unit’s participation in a Frame Relay network (the FR
Direct, FR DLCI, and FR Prof parameters).

Defining telco ca ll preferences

The T elco Options subprofile contains parameters defining the telco line-related characteristics
of the connection, including the following:

• Whether incoming, outgoing, or both types of calls are enabled for the connection (the
AnsOrig parameter).

• Whether digital, analog, or both call types can b e received (the NAS Port Type parameter).

• Callback security management (the Callback, Exp Callback, and Callback Delay
parameters).

• The PRI service to use when placing a call (the Call-by-Call parameter) and the transit
network dialing prefix to use for PRI calling (the Transit # parameter).

• Assignments of channels for nailed connections (the Group parameter).

• The connection type and bandwidth of connection allowed by the profile (the Call Type,
Data Svc, F T1 Caller, and Force 56 parameters).

• Billing telephone number (the Bill # parameter).

• Whether the connection can be used to dial out through one of the MAX unit’s digital
modems (the Dialout OK parameter).

Basic Configuration Tasks

Establishing WAN connectivity through Connection profiles

Specifying acc ounting requirem ents

The Accounting subprofile specifies characteristics of the method used to record call-related
accounting, including an accounting server (the Acct Host and Acct Type parameters) and port
(the Acct Port parameter), and configuration of RADIUS or TACACS+ (the Acct-ID Base,
Acct Key, and Acct Timeout parameters).

Specifying Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) settings

The DHCP subprofile defines whether the MAX unit processes DHCP packets and acts as a
DHCP server (the Reply Enabled parameter ) and how the unit assi gns IP addresses to Net work
Address Translator (NAT) clients.

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Basic Configuration Tasks

Handling incoming calls through the Answer profile

Handling incoming calls through the Answer profile

The MAX has one Answer profile (Ethernet > Answer). The Answer profile controls how the
unit answers incoming calls from the WAN. If a call does not comply with specifications set in
the Answer profile, the MAX drops it.

Often administrators configure the MAX to reject calls that do not have a matching Connection
profile. When a call matches a Connection profile, the MAX uses the Connection profile
settings for the encapsulation and session options instead of those in the Answer profile. If a
Names/Passwords profile (in Ethernet > Names/Passwords) exists, the MAX can use Answer
profile settings to build a call in cases where the incoming call fulfills the name and pass word
requirements.

The following sections summarize the functionality that the Answer profile parameters define.

Chapter 6, “Quickstart” describes a basic Answer profile configuration. For detailed
information about configuring the MAX for your network, see the Network Configuration
Guide. For information about specific parameter settings, see the MAX Reference.

Determining which calls are answered

To determine which calls are answered, the MAX looks for a matching Connection profile
either on the MAX or on an external authentication server running authentication programs
such as RADIUS or TACACS+.

The Profile Reqd parameter specifies whether the MAX requires a profile for incoming calls or
the MAX builds a temporary profile. Parameters that control how calls are authenticated,
determining characteristics such as Calling-Line Identification (CLID), Dialed Number
Information Service (DNIS), and external servers (RADIUS or TACACS+) include Use
Answer as Default, Id Auth, and Select CLID. The Assign Adrs parameter controls dynamic
address assignment, and the Framed Only parameter controls access to the terminal-server
CLI.

Building a connection through the Answer profile

The Answer profile stores the information needed to build a connection when no Connection
profile exists and the call is to be answered instead of rejected.

Defining encapsulation

The Encaps parameter, accessed through Ethernet > Answer > Encaps Options, specifies the
encapsulation method to use for exchanging data with a remote network. Both sides of the link
must use the same method.

The parameters in the Encaps Options subprofile enable encapsulation protocols, which
include: PPP, MP, MPP, C OMB, FR, V.120, X.75, and ARA. The TCP-Clear parameter
specifies whether the MAX answers calls that use proprietary encapsulation protocols by
relying on raw TCP sessions to a local host for encapsulation processing.

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Basic Configuration Tasks

Handling incoming calls through the Answer profile

The Ethernet > Answer > PPP Options subprofile contains parameters that further define PPP
encapsulation characteristics:

• Enabling routing or bridging (the Route IP, Route IPX, and Bridge parameters).

• Authentication protocols (the Bi-Dir Auth, Recv Auth, and Disc on Auth Timeout
parameters).

• Compression (the IPX Header Compression, Link Compression and VJ Comp
parameters).

• Callback (CBCP Enable parameter).

• Frame size (the MRU and MTU parameters).

• Link quality (the LQM, LQM Min, and LQM Max parameters).

• Dynamic bandwidth management (the BACP, Dyn Alg, Sec History, Add Pers, Sub Pers,
Min Ch Count, Max Ch Count, Target Util, and Idle Pct parameters).

The Ethernet > Answer > COMB Options subprofile contains parameters that further define
Combinet encapsulation characteristics:

• Password requirements (the Password parameter).

• Transmission of line-integrity packets (the Interval parameter).

• Data compression (the Compression parameter).

The Ethernet > Answer > V.120 subprofile contains the Frame Length parameter that defines
V.120 encapsulation information field length.

The Ethernet > Answer > X.75 Options subp rofile contai ns parameters that f urther define X.7 5
encapsulation, including the following:

• Information field length (the Frame Length parameter).

• T1 line recovery procedure (the N2 Retran Count and T1 Retran Timer parameters).

The Ethernet > Answer > TCP-Clear Options subprofile contains parameters that are used to
improve raw TCP performance, including Detect End of Packet, End of Packet Pattern, Packet
Flush Length, and Packet Flush Time.

The Answer profile’s IP Options and IPX Options subprofiles contain parameters that define
routing (the Metric and Peer parameters).

Defining the call session

The Session Options subprofile contains parameters that define connection variables applied
on a session- by-session basis, includi ng the following:

• How the routing table is updated (the RIP parameter).

• How filters are applied (the Data Filter, Call Filter, IPX SAP Filter and Filter Persistence
parameters).

• How session, terminal-server, and channel idle times are handled (the Idle, TS Idle,
TSIdleMode, and Preempt parameters).

• The maximum duration of an incoming session (the Max Call Duration par a meter).

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Basic Configuration Tasks

Establishing dial-in calls through terminal-server connections

Specifying DHCP settings

The DHCP subprofile defines whether the MAX unit processes DHCP packets and acts as a
DHCP server (the Reply Enabled parameter), the addr ess pool to us e to assign NAT clients (the
Pool Number parameter), and the number of dynamic add resses to assign to NAT clients on the
connection (the Max Leases parameter).

Establishing dial-in calls through terminal-server
connections

Asynchronous dial-in calls initiated from analog modems, ISDN modems (also called terminal

adapters, or TAs), or raw TCP are handled by the MAX unit’s terminal-server software, which
establishes connection s to other network hosts.

Sessions established through the MAX terminal server are end-to-end connection s with a
terminal device (such as terminal software on a PC) for the purpo se of connecting with an other
host. The MAX terminal server supports standard capabilities such as Telnet, the Domain
Name System (DNS), login and password control, Call Detail Reporting, and authenticatio n
services.

This section describes the terminal server ’s connectivity functions and introduces the
configuration tasks involved in setting up the terminal server to handle dial-in calls.
(Terminal-server management functions are described in “Using command-line-interface
(CLI) tools” on page 3-12.)

How the terminal server handles calls

If asynchronous calls arrive at a MAX unit from a modem or TA, they are sent to the digital
modem, which passes them on to the terminal server. How the terminal server handles the call
after that depends on the call’s encapsulation.

PPP-encapsulat ed call s

When the terminal server detects PPP packets in a call, it responds with a PPP packet and
begins Link Control Protocol (LCP) negotiation. It then hands the call off to the MAX router.
Thereafter, the router handles the call as if it were a standard ISDN call between two devices
running PPP. The param eters used to set u p the calls are those defined in the Connection and
Answer profiles. The user has no interaction with the terminal-server interface.

Non-PPP calls

If the terminal-server software does not detect PPP packets, it initiates a login sequence to
another network host.

When the terminal server receives a name and password from the caller, it authenticates the
call by means of a Connection or Names/Password profile or an external authentication server.

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Establishing dial-in calls through terminal-server connections

Depending on how the terminal server has been configured to handle dial-in calls, it does one
of the following:

• Displays the terminal-server command-line prompt, permitting the caller to use the
terminal-server commands that have been made available. This option is called terminal
mode. When in terminal mode, the user can initiate a PPP, CSLIP, or SLIP session.

• Logs the user in to a designated host. This option is called immediate mode.

• Displays a menu-style listing of as many as four Telnet and/or raw TCP host connections.
This option is called menu mode.

Terminal-server configuration tasks

To set up dial-in terminal-server functions, you need to set up the digital modems for call
handling, enable the terminal server, set up login procedures, and enable users to use the
terminal server to connect to hosts. Depending on your configuration, users can establish
connections through the terminal-server command line, be connected immediately to a host
after logging in, or select a host from a menu.

Setting up digital modems for call handling

Basic Configuration Tasks

T o set up the MAX unit’s digital modems to handle dial-in calls, specify the following modem
characteristics:

• Link Access Procedure, Modem Microm Networking Protocol (LAPM/MNP) error
control negotiation (the V42/MNP parameter).

• The highest possible baud rate accepted by the far-end modem (the Baud Rate parameter).

• Modem transit level, which is the amount of attenuation in decibels (the MDM Trn Level
parameter).

• Modulation in 56K modems (the MDM Modulation parameter).

• Whether the digital modem attempts cellular or conventional modem negotiation, and the
cellular modem gain level (the Cell First and Cell Level parameters).

• Parity (the 7-Even parameter).

• Packet handling for specialized applications (the Packet Wait and Packet Characters
parameters).

Enabling the terminal server and setting up login procedures

To configure the terminal server, access parameters in the Ethernet > Mod Config > TServ
Options profile. The terminal server is disabled by default. To enable it, set the TS Enabled
parameter.

By default, the terminal server does not require a login name and password for access to the
terminal-server CLI. To require a login and password, set the Security parameter. The
parameter permits the following types of access:

• Full access, which prompts users for a name and password upon initial login and when
they switch between terminal mode and menu mode.

• Partial access, which prompts users for a name and password only when they attempt to
enter terminal mode.

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• No access, the default, which does not require a login and password to enter the
terminal-server CLI.

Enabling dial-in users to connect to hosts through the terminal-server command line (terminal mode)

To configure the terminal server for dial-in users to connect to hosts through the
terminal-server command line, you need to assign values defining the following:

• Whether the user’s screen includes status messages while the connection is being
established and whether the screen is cleared when the connection has been established
(the Silent and Clr Scrn parameters).

• Login banner and prompts, if you do not want to accept the defaults. The defaults are:

***Ascend Terminal Server***
Login:
Password:

Use the Login Prompt and Passwd Prompt parameters to change the defaults.

• A password to use for establishing the terminal-server session when the Security
parameter is set to require one (the Password parameter).

• The command-line prompt, if you do not want to accept the default. The default is
ascend%. Use the Prompt parameter to change the default.

• How long to wait for a user to log in before timing out (the Login Timeout parameter).

Using Rlogin and Telnet from the command line

To configure the terminal server for the user to use Rlogin and Telnet commands at the
command line, you need to assign values defining:

• A default terminal type (the Term Type parameter).

• Whether users can type a hostname at the prompt to initiate a Telnet connection to the
host. If you set the Def Telnet parameter to Yes, the terminal server interprets any string
that does not begin with a command keyword as a Telnet hostname.

• Whether a connection terminates when the user terminates an Rlogin o r Telnet connection
(the Clear Call parameter).

• Whether binary, ASCII, or transparent mode is the Telnet session default (the T elnet Mode
parameter).

• A global default for local character echoing (the Local Echo parameter).

• Whether the terminal server buffers characters before sending them to the host or sends
them as soon as they are received (the Buffer Chars parameter).

When using Rlogin to connect to a UNIX host, you can set the User-Name (1) attribute in the
RADIUS user profile. The MAX uses the attribute’s value as the login identification instead of
requiring the user to type a username. Users can o verr ide the User-Name value by entering the
Rlogin command as follows, replacing

ascend% rlogin -l

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alt_username

alt_username

with the alternative username:

Basic Configuration Tasks

Establishing dial-in calls through terminal-server connections

Starting PPP sessions from the command line

To configure the terminal server for the user to start a PPP session from the command line
(sometimes referred to as PPP mode), you need to assign values defining:

• Whether PPP is enabled (the PPP parameter).

• How long the terminal server waits before transitioning to packet-mode processi ng (the
PPP Delay parameter).

• Whether PPP negotiation starts immediately after a user enters the PPP command or waits
to receive a PPP packet from an application (the PPP Direct parameter).

• A message to use to inform users they are using PPP (the PPPinfo parameter).

Starting SLIP sessions from the command line

To configure the terminal server for the user to start a Serial Line Internet Protocol (SLIP)
session from the comand line (sometimes called SLIP mode), you need to assign values
defining the following:

• Whether SLIP is enabled (the SLIP parameter).

• Whether the terminal server can respond to BOOTP requests within a SLIP session (th e
SLIP BOOTP parameter).

• The SLIP information that must be reported in the SLIP session startup message (the SLIP
Info, IP Netmask Msg, and IP Gateway Adrs Msg parameters).

Connecting dial-in users directly to hosts (immediate mode)

T o configure th e terminal server for dial-in u sers to connect directly to h osts (immediate mode)
through Telnet, Rlogin, raw TCP, or X.25, you need to assign values defining the following:

• The connection service to use for the host connection. You can use Telnet, Rlogin, raw
TCP, or X.25, established through setting the Immed Service parameter. You can also use
the Telnet Host Auth parameter, which bypasses terminal-server authentication, going
directly to a Telnet login prompt.

• The hostname or address to which users will be connected (the Immed Host and Immed
Port parameters).

Providing dial-in users with a menu of hosts (menu mode)

To configure the terminal server for dial-in users to connect to hosts through the menu
selections, you need to assign values defining the following:

• As many as four host addresses and names (the Host #N Addr and Host #N Text
parameters).

• Whether the menu screen is the first display seen by interactive users initiating
connections (the Initial Screen parameter).

• Whether the user can switch from menu mode to the terminal-server command line by
pressing th e 0 (zero) key (the Toggle Scrn parameter).

• Whether the user is required to enter a login and password when entering the menu
interface (the Security parameter).

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Basic Configuration Tasks

Establishing dial-out calls through terminal-server connections

Establishing dial-out calls through terminal-server
connections

The terminal server provides a way for us ers on the MAX unit’s local network connect to issue
AT commands to the modem as if they were connected locally to the modem’s asynchronous
port. The dial-out can occur in one of two ways:

• Immediate modem dial-o ut, in which users Telnet directly to a port on the MAX for
immediate dial-out service, without accessing the terminal-server interface.

• Nonimmediate modem dial-out, in which users on a workstation connect by Telnet to the
MAX terminal server for dial-out service.

To set up the MAX for digital modem dia-out, define the following:

• Whether the modem dial-out function is enabled (the Modem Dialout parameter).

• If you are using immediate mode, whether the immediate modem mode is enabled,
permitting users to Telnet to the MAX for dial-out service without accessing the
terminal-server interface (the Immediate Modem parameter).

• If you are using immediate mode, the port number for immediate modem dial-out, which
specifies that all Telnet sessions initiated with this port number require modem access (the
Imm. Modem Port parameter).

• If you are using immediate mode, an optional password of as many as 64 characters for
modem access (the Imm. Modem Pwd parameter).

Using immediate modem dial-out

To access a modem directly, the user performs the following procedure:
1 From a workstation, Telnet to a MAX unit, specifying the immediate-modem port number

on the command line. For example:

telnet max01 5000

Replace max01 with the system name of the MAX unit and 5000 with the immediate
modem port number.

2 Use standard Rockwell AT commands to dial out on the modem. For example:

ATDT 1V1 ^M

3 Press Ctrl-C to terminate the connection.

Using nonimmediate modem dial-out

To access a modem through the terminal server, the user performs the following procedure:
1 From a workstation, Telnet to a MAX unit. For example:

telnet max01

2 When the Telnet session has been established, access the terminal-server CLI (System >

Sys Diag > Term Serv).

3 At the terminal-server prompt, enter the Open command:

ascend% open

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Basic Configuration Tasks

Establishing dial-out calls through terminal-server connections

Without an argument, the command sets up a virtual connection to the first available
digital modem. You can specify a particular modem by including its slot and item number
as an argument. For example:

ascend% open 7:1

4 Use standard Rockwell AT commands to dial out on the modem. For example:

ATDT 1v1 ^M

Table 5-2 lists the terminal-server commands that are available to the user when the session
has been established.

Table 5-2. Terminal-server commands for digital modems

Task Terminal-server command

Suspend a virtual connection to a digital
modem and return to the terminal-server
prompt

Resume the virtual connection Enter the Resume command.
Terminate the virtual connection Enter the Close command.

Press Ctrl-C three times.

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Quickstart

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Preparation required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Configuring the Ethernet interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Testing the LAN connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Configuring WAN lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Testing the WAN connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24

Now that you have set up your MAX and connected it to the network, you can gather the
information you need to configure the MAX for network operations.

Using the MAX unit’s VT100 interface, you can set the required parameters to enable basic
LAN and WAN connectivity. Follow the instructions in this chapter for basic Ethernet and
ISDN BRI, T1, and E1 line configuration. Then perform basic tests of the connections.

For detailed instructions on network and MAX configuration, see the Network Configurati on
Guide. For detailed information about parameters and commands, see the MAX Reference. For
detailed information about using the VT100 interface for configuring the MAX, see the
Administration Guide.

6

Introduction

This chapter describes how to implement a basic configuration for the MAX. The Quickstart
configuration enables functionality required to verify that the MAX unit is connected to the
network, the lines are active, the telephone numbers are correct, and the unit is able to place
and receive calls.

The Quickstart configuration procedure includes:

• Assigning an IP address and subnet mask (if you have not already done so).

• Establishing routing table updates.

• Optionally, establishing address resolution service, a default route to an IP router, and
dynamic IP addressing.

• Setting up basic ISDN line parameters such as signaling mode and telephone numbers for
analog and digital calls.

• Testing LAN and WAN connections.

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Quickstart

Preparation required

The procedures described in this chapter assume that you have not yet configured the MAX.
Do not turn off the MAX until you have completed all the procedures.

Preparation required

Before you begin basic configuration of your MAX, make sure that you have installed the

MAX as described in Chapter 2, “Setting Up and Testing the MAX Hardware.” You should
also have read Chapter 3, “MAX User Interfaces”and completed the security precautions
appropriate for your site as described in Chapter 4, “Preparing to Configure the MAX.”

Also make sure that you have available:

• One or more active, installed, and pro visioned ISDN lines access ible from the MAX. (Th e
type of line—BRI, T1, or E1—depends on the MAX model you are configuring.) These
lines must provide switched data service on at least two channels.

• An active Ethernet LAN with appropriate cables and connectors.

• A remote unit (a MAX or other compatible equipment) that you can connect to by Telnet
or Ping over a dial-up PPP encapsulated link across the WAN.

• A local host or workstation, on the same subnet as the MAX, that can Telnet to or Ping the
MAX.

Figure 6-1 illustrates the networ k setup required for the Quickstart.

Figure 6-1. ISDN setup

Remote
device

WAN

BRI, T1, or
E1 line

MAX 3000

Configuring the Ethernet interface

To prepare the Ethernet interface of your BRI, T1, or E1 MAX model, you need to assign
values to parameters in the Ethernet > Mod Config profile.

You set parameters in the Mod Config profile to:

• Assign an IP address and subnet mask (required).

• Enable the Routing Interface Protocol (RIP) to update the routing table (optional).

• Specify a local domain name for Domain Name System (DNS) address resolution and
configure DNS (both optional).

LAN

PC on
same subnet

Ethernet

• Specify a default route to a local IP router to off-load routing tasks (optional).

After creating the Mod Config profile, you can test the LAN connection to the interface by
telneting to or pinging the MAX from a workstation running on the same subnet as the MAX.

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Configuring the Ethernet interfac e

Gathering configuration information for your Ethernet interface

Before you start to configure the Ethernet interface, gather the information you need for each
of the parameters you will set in the Ethernet > Mod Config profile. Table 6-1 lists the
parameters you use to configure the MAX Ethernet interface for the LAN. You can leave all
other parameters in the Mod Config profile at their default values.

Table 6-1. Ethernet configuration information

Parameter Specifies

Quickstart

Ethernet > Mod Con­fig > Ether Options >
IP Adrs

Ethernet > Mod Con­fig > Ether Options >
RIP

Ethernet > Mod Con­fig > DNS > Domain
Name

IP address and subnet mask of the MAX. A slash (/) separates
the address and the mask. For example, 198.5.248.40/29 indi­cates that 29 bits of the IP address are interpreted as network
bits.

How the MAX handles RIP packets on its Ethernet interface:

• Off (the default)—The MAX does not transmit or receive
RIP updates.

• Recv-v1—The MAX receives RIP-v1 updates, but does not
transmit RIP updates.

• Send-v1—The MAX transm its RIP-v1 updat es, but does not
receive RIP updates.

• Both-v1—The MAX transmits and receives RIP-v1 updates.

• Send-v2—The MAX transm its RIP-v2 updat es, but does not
receive RIP updates.

• Recv-v2—The MAX receives RIP-v2 updates, but does not
transmit RIP updates.

• Both-v2—The MAX transmits and receives RIP-v2 updates.

Local DNS domain name. Maximum length is 63 characters.

Ethernet > Mod Con­fig > DNS > Pri DNS

Ethernet > Mod Con­fig > DNS > Sec DNS

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IP address of the primary domain server. The default value is

0.0.0.0.

IP address of the secondary domain server. This server is
accessed if the primary DNS server is unavailable. The default
value is 0.0.0.0.

Quickstart

Configur ing the Ethernet interface

Setting the parameters for the Ethernet interface

To configure the Ethernet interface, you must assign the MAX unit an IP address, which must
include a subnet mask. Optionally, you can specify how you want the interface to handle RIP
update packets. You can also enable the MAX to use local DNS service, and you can specify a
default route for packets with unrecognized destinations.

Specify the IP a ddress and subnet mask

To set the IP address and subnet mask, proceed as follows:
1 From the Main Edit Menu, select Ethernet > Mod Config > Ether Options.

The following list of parameters appears. (The settings shown are examples only.)

40-F00 Mod Config

Ether options
IP Adrs=198.5.248.40/29
2nd Adrs=0.0.0.0/0
RIP =Off
RIP2 Use Multicast=No
Ignore Def Rt=Yes
Proxy Mode=Off
Filter=0
IPX Frame=None
IPX Enet#=N/A
IPX Pool#=N/A
IPX SAP Filter=N/A
Handle IPX Type20=N/A

2 Set the IP Adrs parameter to the IP address and subnet mask of the MAX.

Specify RIP management (optional)

The RIP parameter specifies how the MAX handles Routing Information Protocol (RIP)
packets on its Ethernet interface. The possible settings are described in Table 6-1.

Note: Lucent recommends that you run RIP version 2 (RIP-v2) if possible. You should
not run RIP-v2 and RIP-v1 on the same network in such a way that the routers receive

each other’s advertisements. RIP-v1 does not pro pagate subnet mas k information , and the
default-class network mask is assumed, while RI P- v2 handles subnet masks explicitly.
Running the two versions on the same network can resu lt in RIP-v1 class subnet mask
assumptions overriding accurate subnet information obtained via RIP-v2.

To specify how to handle RIP update packets, proceed as follows:
1 With the Ether Options profile open, set the RIP parameter to one of the settings described

in Table 6-1.

2 Press the Left Arrow key twice to exit the Ether Options and Mod Config profile.

A confirmation menu appears:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

3 Press 2 to save your changes.

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Configure DNS (optional)

The DNS configuration enables the MAX to use local DNS servers for address resolution. If
you want to configure local DNS service, proceed as follows:

1 From the Mod Config menu, select DNS.

The DNS menu appears. (The values shown are examples only.)

Ethernet

Mod Config

DNS...

Quickstart

Configuring the Ethernet interfac e

Domain Name=abc.com
Sec Domain Name=
Pri DNS=10.65.212.10
Sec DNS=12.20 7.23.51
Allow As Client DNS=Yes
Pri WINS=0.0.0.0
Sec WINS=0.0.0.0
List Attempt=No
List Size=6
Client Pri DNS=0.0.0.0
Client Sec DNS=0.0.0.0
Enable Local DNS =No
Loc.DNSTab Auto Update=No
Loc.DNS Name#1=N/A
Loc.DNS Name#2=N/Av

2 Set the Domain Name parameter to specify the local domain name.
3 Set the Pri DNS and Sec DNS parameters to specify the IP addresses of a primary and a

secondary DNS server, respectively.

4 Press the Left Arrow or Escape key twice to exit the DNS and Mod Config profiles.

A confirmation menu appears:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

5 Press 2 to save your changes.

Set up the default route (optional)

If no routes exist for the destination address of a packet, the MAX forwards the packet to the
destination specified in the default route. You can set the Default Route parameter to specify a
local IP router (such as a Cisco router or a UNIX host running the route daemon) to off-load
routing tasks to other devices. If the MAX does not have a default route, it drops packets for
which it has no route.

To configure the default route, proceed as follows:
1 From the Ethernet menu, select Static Rtes.

A list of IP Route profiles appears.

2 Open the first IP Route profile (the one named Default).

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Testing the LAN connection

The profile appears for the default route. (The values shown are examples only.)

Ethernet

Note: The name of the first IP Route profile is always Default, and its destination is
always 0.0.0.0. You cannot change these values.

3 Set the Active parameter to Yes.
4 Set the Gateway parameter to specify the IP address of the gateway router to use for

packets with unknown destinations.

Static Rtes

Name=Default
Active=Yes
Dest=0.0.0.0/0
Gateway=10.9.8.10
Metric=1
Preference=100
Private=Yes
Ospf-Cost=1
LSA type=ExternalType1
NSSA-ASE1=N/A
ASE-tag=c0000000
Third-party=No

5 Press the Left Arrow or Escape key to exit the Default profile.

A confirmation menu appears:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

6 Press 2 to save your changes.
7 Press the Left Arrow or Escape key twice to exit to the Main Edit Menu.

Testing the LAN connection

When you have implemented the Quickstart configuration, you are ready to test the LAN
connection.

You ping or telnet from a workstation or host on the same subnet as the MAX to reach the
IP address you assigned to the MAX.

When you succeed in opening a Telnet session with the MAX, the MAX user interface
appears. If you have configured a Telnet password for the MAX, the MAX prompts for it
before you can access the interface.

If you ping the MAX, you should get a message that you are receiving a return packet
immediately for every packet you are sending to the MAX.

If you do not get the correct respons e, the caus e might be a problem with the LAN, entry of the
wrong IP address or subnet mask.

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Configuring WAN lines

After you have configured the Ethernet interface, configure the MAX WAN line interfaces.
Depending on which MAX model you have p urchased , co nfigu re the B RI, T1, or E1interfaces.

BRI line configuration

Follow the procedures in this section to configure MAX BRI line interfaces.

Gather configuration information for your BRI lines

Before you start to configure your BRI lines, gather the information you need for each of the
parameters you will set in the Net/BRI > Line Config > Factory profile. Table 6-2 lists the
parameters you use to configure the BRI lines. You can leave all other parameters in the Line
profile at default values.

You must configure one or more line profile for each BRI slot you want to use, but only one
profile per line can be active at a time. In the Quickstart configuration, you configure the
Factory profile, which is active by default.

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Configuring WAN lines

Table 6-2. BRI line co nfi guration information

Parameter Usage

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Switch Type

For each line, specifies the central network switch that provides
ISDN service to the MAX. Select from the following domestic
types:

• AT&T (the default)

• NI-1 (National ISDN-1)

• NT1 (Northern Telecommunications, Inc.)

Select from the following international types:

• U.K. (Also known as Euro-ISDN. United Kingdom:
ISDN-2; Hong Kong: HKT Switchline BRI; Singapore:
ST BRI; Euro-ISDN countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Finland, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden)

• SWISS (Switzerland: Swiss Net 2)

• GERMA (Germany 1TR6 version: DBP Telecom)

• MP GERMAN (Germany: 1TR6 multipoint)

• FRANC (France: FT Numeris)

• DUTCH (Netherlands 1TR6 version: PTT Netherlands BRI)

• BELGI (Belgium: Pre-Euro ISDN Belgacom Aline)

• JAPAN (Japan: NTT INS-64)

(continued)

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Quickstart

Configuring WAN lines

Table 6-2. BRI line configuration information (continued)

Parameter Usage

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Switch Type

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Link Type

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Line N (N=Line 1 to
Line 6) > BN Usage
(N=B1 or B2)

• AUSTR (Australia and New Zealand)

• NET 3 (Same as U.K. NET 3 is also known as Euro-ISDN)

• NET3 PTP (A variation of Euro-ISDN signaling used in
Germany)

Note: All international switch types except German operate in
multipoint mode.

Specify whether the line is operating in point-to-point or multi­point mode.

In point-to-point mode, the MAX requires one telephone number
and no SPIDS. In multipoint mode, the MAX requires two tele­phone numbers and two SPIDs. All international switch types,
except DBP Telecom, and all U.S. switch types, except AT&T
5ESS, operate in multipoint mode.

For each line, specify the usage for each of the two B channels.
Select from the following:

• Switched (the default) for a channel used as a temporary
connection for the duration of a call.

• Nailed for a channel rented for exclusive, 24-hour, 7-day
use.

• Unused for a channel that the MAX does not use.

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Line N (N=1 to 6) > Pri
Num

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Line N (N=1 to 6) >
Sec Num

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Line N (N=1 to 6) > Pri
SPID

Net/BRI > Line Config
> Factory profile >
Line N (N=1 to 6) >
Sec SPID

Enter the primary add-on number for the BRI line. Enter a tele­phone number of 24 or fewer characters. The default is null.

If you configure the line for point-to-point service, this is the
only number associated with the line.

Enter the secondary add-on number for the BRI line. Enter a
telephone number of 24 or fewer characters. The default is null.

Enter the primary carrier-supplied Service Profile Identifier
(SPID) for the line.

Enter the carrier-supplied secondary Service Profile Identifier
(SPID) for the line.

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Configuring BRI lines

To configure BRI lines, you must set basic operational parameters, configur e the link type
(multipoint or point-to-point mode), configure the B channels, and specify add-on telephone
numbers and, depending on link type, Service Profile IDentifiers (SPIDs). Proceed as follows:

1 Open Net/BRI > Line Config > Factory profile.
2 Set the Switch Type parameter to specify the carrier’s switch type.
3 Open Line 1.
4 Set the Link Type parameter to specify whether you want multipoint mode or

5 To configure the B channels for switched usage and for routing to the local network.

6 Set the add-on numbers.

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Configuring WAN lines

point-to-point mode.

Each BRI line has two B channels for user data and one D channel for signaling. Set the
B1 and B2 Usage parameters to specify how to use the B channels: Switch ed (the d efault),
Nailed, or Unused (not available for use).

– If you are using multipoint mode, set the Prim Num parameter, and the Sec Num

parameter, to specify the primary and the secondary add-on number, respectively.
Also set the Pri SPID parameter and Sec SPID parameter to specify the Service
Profile Identifier (SPID) associated with the Primary and Secondary number,
respectively.

For example:

Pri Num=555-1212
Pri SPID=01555121200
Sec Num=555-1213
Sec SPID=01555121300

– If you are using point-to-point mode, set the Prim Num parameter to specify the

primary add-on number. Do not specify SPIDs.

7 Press the Left Arrow key or Escape key to close the Line 1 profile.

A confirmation menu appears:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

8 Press 2 to save your changes.
9 Then proceed to configure the other Line N profiles.
10 Press the Left Arrow or Escape key to exit the Line Config profile menu.

A confirmation menu appears:

EXIT?
> 0=ESC (Don’t exit)

1=Exit and discard
2=Exit and accept

11 Press 2 to save your changes.
12 Press the Left-Arrow or Escape key to exit to the Main Edit Menu.

You are now ready to test the BRI WAN connection. Proceed to“Testing the WAN connection”
on page 6-24 for the test procedure.

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Quickstart

Configuring WAN lines

T1/PRI line configuration

Y o u can configure T1/PRI lines to use ISDN PRI D-channel sign aling or inband sign aling. Ask
your carrier which signaling types are available. ISDN signaling might be more expensive than
inband signaling, or unavailable, in some locations.

When you have determined which signaling type is appropriate for your WAN, gather the
necessary information, then proceed with the configuration.

ISDN signaling

With ISDN signaling, incoming calls contain information about whether the call is an analog
call (from a modem) or a digital data call. The MAX automatically routes analog calls to the
digital modem card and digital calls to the Ethernet module.

In the example illustrated in Figure 6-2, analog callers calling into the telephone number
555-1111 are routed to the digital modems in slot 7. Digital callers using the same telephone
number are routed to the Ethernet module in slot 4.

Figure 6-2. Incoming call routing using ISDN T1/PRI signaling

Inband signaling

Digital modem card
(slot 7)

Ethernet module
(slot 4)

Net /T1 module

CH 1
CH 2
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
CH 23
CH 24

WAN

555-1111

555-1111

With inband signaling, you must configure incoming call routing by assigning channel
numbers to slots. You have to preallocate the number of T1 channels used for analog calls and
for data calls. A disadvantage of using inband signaling is that if you have, for example,
allocated 12 channels to analog calls and 12 channels to digital calls, only 12 calls of one type
can be connected. If 12 analog calls are connected, any additional analog calls are rejected,
even if no digital callers are connected.

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Quickstart

Configuring WAN lines

Figure 6-3 illustrates incoming call ro uti ng us ing inband signaling. The example shows two
hunt groups: one for digital calls and one for analog calls. Each hunt group contains 12
channels. Analog callers using the telephone number 555-1111 to call in are routed to the
digital modems in slot 7. Digital callers using the telephone number 555-2222 are routed to the
Ethernet module in slot 4.

Figure 6-3. Incoming call routing using inband signaling and hunt groups

Net /T1 module

CH 1 SLOT=7
CH 2 SLOT=7

Digital modem card
(slot 7)

Ethernet module
(slot 4)

_
_
_
_
_
CH 12 SLOT=7
CH 13 SLOT=4
_
_
_
_
_
CH 23 SLOT=4
CH 24 SLOT=4

Hunt group
555-1111

Hunt group
555-2222

Gathering configuration information for your T1 interface

Before you start to configure your T1 slots, gather the information you need for configuring a
T1 slot, and optionally, for setting up dynamic IP addressing. The necess ary paramet ers fo r the
Quickstart configuration are listed in Table 6-3. You can leave all other parameters at their
default values.

Each T1 slot supports two T1 lines. You can configure one or more Line Config profiles for
each T1 slot, but only one pr ofile per slot can be active at time. In the Qu ickstart configu ration,
you configure the default Factory profile, which is active by default.

Table 6-3. T1 line configuration information

Parameter Usage

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Sig Mode

Specify the type of signaling your line uses: inband, ISDN_
NFAS, or ISDN. Get this information from your service pro­vider.

WAN

555-1111

555-2222

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > NFAS ID num

If Sig Mode is set to ISDN_NFAS, specify an interface identifi­cation number for the line. Each NFAS line must have a differ­ent interface.

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Configuring WAN lines

Table 6-3. T1 line configuration information (continued)

Parameter Usage

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Rob Ctl

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Switch Type

For each line using Inband signaling, enter the robbed-bit call
control mechanism. Get this information from your service pro­vider.

The possible settings are:

•Wink-Start

• Idle-Start

• Inc-W-200

• Inc-W-400

•Loop-Start
For each line using ISDN signaling, enter the type of switch

that provides the ISDN service.
In a Net/T1 profile, specify one of the following values:

• AT&T—the default

• NT1—Northern Tel ecommunications, Inc.

• Japan

• GloBanD—Q.931W GloB anD data service
Although GloBanD can appear in the list of switch types

available under ISDN, it is currently not supported on any
T1/PRI switches in the U.S. However, some T1/ PRI
switches do support MultiRate, which is a service like
GloBanD that enables data service bandwidths higher than
64 Kbps. Contact your T1/PRI service p rovider for sp ecific
information.

• NI-2—National ISDN-2

• IDSL—Identical to AT&T Point-to-Point, except it
includes support for Q.931 en-bloc dialing.

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Framing Mode

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Front End

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Encoding

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For each line, enter D4 or ESF. Get this information from your
service provider.

Type of interface used on the T1 port. Select CSU (the default)
if you are using the MAX unit’s internal CSU. Select DSX if
you plan to connect the port to other equipment that provides
the interface to the WAN, such as an internal CSU. You also
select DSX to disable the internal CSU.

For each line, enter AMI or B8ZS. Get this information from
your service provider.

Table 6-3. T1 line configuration information (continued)

Parameter Usage

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Configuring WAN lines

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > FDL

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Length

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Buildout

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Ch N

For each line using ISDN signaling, enter the Facilities Data
Link (FDL) protocol the MAX uses, such as AT&T, ANSI, or
Sprint. None, the default, disables FDL signaling. Get the infor­mation from your service provider.

The Length value is used in DSX (Short-haul mode). Enter the
cable length from the CSU or other network interface to the
MAX.

If the CSU is activated, you do not need to set Length.
If the CSU is activated, enter the amount of attenuation the

MAX should apply to the line’s network interface to match the
cable length from the MAX to the next repeater. Get this infor­mation from your service provider.

For each line for which you do not want to accept the default
channel usage of switched, select a different usage. Following
are the selections:

• Switched (the default). A switched channel supports
temporary connections that last for the duration of a call. It
can be robbed-bit or a B channel, depending on the line’s
signal mode.

• Nailed. A clear-channel 64Kbps circuit rented for
exclusive, 24-hour, 7-day use.

• D channel (the channel used for ISDN D-channel
signaling). This is assigned automatically to channel
number 24 on T1 lines when ISDN signaling is in use.

• Unused (unavailable for use).

• D&I (drop-and-insert). The channel drops through to the
third T1 line, which typically supports a PBX.

• NFAS-Prime (the primary D channel for two NFAS lines).

• NFAS-Second (the secondary D channel for two NFAS
lines). This channel is inactive unless the user activates it,
or unless a failure of the primary D channel causes it to go
online. This setting is optional.

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Ch N #

Net1/T1 > Line Config
> Factory profile > Line
N > Ch N Slot

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For switched channels, specify the unique digits of a telephone
number to use to reach a specific channel (channel N) requested
by a calling unit.

For switched channels, specify the slot to use for calls to and
from channel N.