Paradyne DSL 9783 User Manual

FrameSaver DSL 9783

USER’S GUIDE

Document No. 9783-A2-GB20-00

July 2000

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Patent Notification

FrameSaver products are protected by U.S. Patents: 5,550,700 and 5,654,966. Other patents are pending.

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About This Guide

H Purpose and Intended Audience vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Document Organization vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Product-Related Documents ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Conventions Used x. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1 About the FrameSaver DSL Unit

H System Overview 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H FrameSaver DSL Features and Benefits 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Features 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Benefits 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H FrameSaver DSL Feature Sets 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Basic Features 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Advanced SLV Features 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H OpenLane SLM System 1-1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 User Interface and Basic Operation

H Logging On 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Main Menu 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Screen Work Areas 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Navigating the Screens 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keyboard Keys 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Function Keys 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selecting from a Menu 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Switching Between Screen Areas 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selecting a Field 2-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Entering Information 2-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Configuration Procedures

H Basic Configuration 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuration Option Areas 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Accessing and Displaying Configuration Options 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Changing Configuration Options 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saving Configuration Options 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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4 Configuration Options

H Overview 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Using the Easy Install Feature 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Setting Up So the Router Can Receive RIP 4-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Entering System Information and Setting the System Clock 4-6. . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuration Option Tables 4-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuring the Overall System 4-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring Frame Relay and LMI for the System 4-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring Service Level Verification Options 4-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring General System Options 4-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuring the Physical Interfaces 4-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Network Interface 4-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the User Data Port 4-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuring Frame Relay for the Data Port 4-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuring ATM for the Network Interface 4-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuring Circuit and DLCI Records 4-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuring PVC Connections 4-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Setting Up Management and Communication Options 4-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring Node IP Information 4-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring Management PVCs 4-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring General SNMP Management 4-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring Telnet and/or FTP Session Support 4-33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring SNMP NMS Security 4-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring SNMP Traps 4-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Ethernet Port 4-40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the Communication Port 4-42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the COM Port to Support an External Modem 4-46. . . . . . . .

5 Security and Logins

H Limiting Access 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Controlling Asynchronous Terminal Access 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Controlling External COM Port Device Access 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Controlling Telnet or FTP Access 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Limiting Telnet Access 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Limiting FTP Access 5-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Limiting Telnet or FTP Access Over the TS Management Link 5-7. . . . .

H Controlling SNMP Access 5-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disabling SNMP Access 5-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Assigning SNMP Community Names and Access Levels 5-9. . . . . . . . .

Limiting SNMP Access Through IP Addresses 5-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Creating a Login 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Modifying a Login 5-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Deleting a Login 5-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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6 Operation and Maintenance

H Displaying System Information 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Viewing LEDs and Control Leads 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LED Descriptions 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Control Lead Descriptions 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Device Messages 6-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Status Information 6-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H System and Test Status Messages 6-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Self-Test Results Messages 6-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Last System Reset Date and Time 6-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Health and Status Messages 6-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Test Status Messages 6-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PVC Connection Status 6-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Network Interface Status 6-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H IP Routing Table 6-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Performance Statistics 6-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clearing Performance Statistics 6-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service Level Verification Performance Statistics 6-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DLCI Performance Statistics 6-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frame Relay Performance Statistics 6-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ATM Performance Statistics 6-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ethernet Performance Statistics 6-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Trap Event Log 6-35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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7 FTP Operation

H FTP File Transfers 7-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Upgrading System Software 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Determining Whether a Download Is Completed 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Changing Software 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Transferring Collected Data 7-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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8 Troubleshooting

H Problem Indicators 8-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Resetting the Unit and Restoring Communication 8-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Troubleshooting Management Link Feature 8-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H LMI Packet Capture Utility Feature 8-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Alarms 8-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Trap Event Log 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Troubleshooting Tables 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Tests Available 8-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Starting and Stopping a Test 8-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H PVC Tests 8-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H DTE Loopback 8-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H IP Ping Test 8-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Lamp Test 8-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Resetting the Unit from the Control Menu 8-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Resetting the Unit By Cycling the Power 8-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Restoring Communication with an Improperly Configured Unit 8-4. . . . .

Viewing Captured Packets from the Menu-Driven User Interface 8-6. . .

Device Problems 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ATM Problems 8-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frame Relay PVC Problems 8-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Test Timeout Feature 8-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aborting All Tests 8-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PVC Loopback 8-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Send Pattern 8-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Monitor Pattern 8-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connectivity 8-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 Setting Up OpenLane for FrameSaver Devices

H OpenLane Support of FrameSaver Devices 9-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Setting Up the OpenLane SLM System 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Setting Up FrameSaver and SLV Support 9-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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10 Setting Up Network Health for FrameSaver Devices

H Installation and Setup of Network Health 10-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Discovering FrameSaver Elements 10-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Configuring the Discovered Elements 10-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Grouping Elements for Reports 10-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Generating Reports for a Group 10-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

About Service Level Reports 10-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

About At-a-Glance Reports 10-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

About Trend Reports 10-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Printed Reports 10-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Reports Applicable to FrameSaver SLV Devices 10-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A Menu Hierarchy

H Menus A-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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B SNMP MIBs and Traps, and RMON Alarm Defaults

H MIB Support B-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Downloading MIBs and SNMP Traps B-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H System Group (mib-2) B-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FrameSaver Unit’s sysDescr (system 1) B-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FrameSaver Unit’s sysObjectID (system 2) B-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Interfaces Group (mib-2) B-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Paradyne Indexes to the Interface Table (ifTable) B-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NetScout Indexes to the Interface Table (ifTable) B-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Standards Compliance for SNMP Traps B-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trap: warmStart B-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trap: authenticationFailure B-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traps: linkUp and linkDown B-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traps: enterprise-Specific B-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traps: RMON-Specific B-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H RMON Alarm and Event Defaults B-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Physical Interface Alarm Defaults B-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Frame Relay Link Alarm Defaults B-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DLCI Alarm Defaults – Paradyne Area B-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Object ID Cross-References (Numeric Order) B-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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C Connectors, Cables, and Pin Assignments

H Rear Panel C-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H DSL Network Interface Cable C-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H COM Port Connector C-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Standard EIA-232-D Crossover Cable C-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Data Port Connector C-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Standard V.35 Straight-through Cable C-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Ethernet Port Connector C-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D Technical Specifications

E Equipment List

H Equipment E-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H Cables E-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Purpose and Intended Audience

This document contains information that applies to the FrameSaver DSL 9783. It is intended for system designers, engineers, administrators, and operators who are familiar with the functional operation of digital data communications equipment and frame relay networks.

Document Organization

Section Description

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Chapter 4

Chapter 5

Chapter 6

Chapter 7

About the FrameSaver DSL Unit.

FrameSaver DSL 9783 fits into Paradyne’s Service Level Management (SLM) solution, and describes the unit’s basic features and, if ordered, its advanced Service Level Verification and Management (SLV and SLM) features.

User Interface and Basic Operation.

navigate the user interface.

Configuration Procedures.

configuration options.

Configuration Options.

available on the FrameSaver DSL 9783.

Security and Logins.

access to the unit and setting up logins.

Operation and Maintenance.

display unit identification information and perform file transfers, as well as how to display and interpret status and statistical information.

FTP Operation.

upgrade system software and transfer collected data.

Identifies how the

Shows how to

Shows how to access and save

Describes the configuration options

Provides procedures for controlling

Provides procedures to

Shows how to use File Transfer Protocol to

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Section Description

Chapter 8

Chapter 9

Chapter 10

Appendix A

Appendix B

Appendix C

Appendix D

Troubleshooting.

alarm, and other information, as well as troubleshooting and test procedures.

Setting Up OpenLane for FrameSaver Devices.

where installation and setup information is located and how FrameSaver units are supported.

Provides device problem resolution,

Identifies

Setting Up Network Health for FrameSaver Devices.

Describes setup of Concord’s Network Health application so reports can be created for FrameSaver units, and identifies those reports that apply to FrameSaver units.

Menu Hierarchy

how the user interface screens are organized.

. Contains a graphical representation of

SNMP MIBs and Traps, and RMON Alarm Defaults.

Identifies the MIBs supported and how they can be downloaded, describes the unit’s compliance with SNMP format standards and with its special operational trap features, and describes the RMON-specific user history groups, and alarm and event defaults.

Connectors, Cables, and Pin Assignments.

rear panel, tells what cables are needed, and provides pin assignments for interfaces and cables.

Shows the

Technical Specifications.

Appendix E Index Lists key terms, acronyms, concepts, and sections.

A master glossary of terms and acronyms used in Paradyne documents is available on the World Wide Web at www.paradyne.com. Select

Technical Manuals →Technical Glossary

Equipment List.

Library

→

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Product-Related Documents

Document Number Document Title

Paradyne FrameSaver Documentation:

About This Guide

9000-A2-GB20 9783-A2-GN10 9783-A2-GL10

Paradyne Hotwire Documentation:

8335-A2-GB20

8820-A2-GN20

Paradyne OpenLane NMS Documentation:

7800-A2-GZ41

7800-A2-GZ42

NetScout Documentation:

2930-170 2930-610 2930-620

Configuring Frame Relay Service Over DSL FrameSaver DSL 9783 Installation Instructions FrameSaver DSL 9783 Quick Reference

Hotwire ATM Line Cards, Models 8335 and 8365, User’s Guide

Hotwire 8820 GranDSLAM Installation Guide

OpenLane 5.x Service Level Management for UNIX Quick Start Installation Instructions

OpenLane 5.x Service Level Management for Windows NT Quick Start Installation Instructions

NetScout Probe User Guide NetScout Manager/Plus User Guide NetScout Manager/Plus & NetScout Server

Administrator Guide

2930-788

Concord Communications Documentation:

09-10010-005 09-10020-005 09-10050-002 09-10070-001

Complete Paradyne documentation for this product is available at www.paradyne.com. Select

To order a paper copy of this manual:

H Within the U.S.A., call 1-800-PARADYNE (1-800-727-2396) H Outside the U.S.A., call 1-727-530-8623

NetScout Manager Plus Set Up & Installation Guide

Network Health User Guide Network Health Installation Guide Network Health – Traffic Accountant Reports Guide Network Health Reports Guide

Library →Technical Manuals.

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Conventions Used

Convention Used When Used

Italic

Menu selection sequence

To indicate variable information (e.g., DLCI

nnnn).

To provide an abbreviated method for indicating the selections to be made from a menu or selections from within a menu before performing a procedural step.

For example,

Main Menu →Status →System and Test Status

indicates that you should select Status from the Main Menu, then select System and Test Status from the Status menu).

(Path:) To provide a check point that coincides with the

menu path shown at the top of the screen. Always shown within parentheses so you can verify that you are referencing the correct table (e.g., Path: main/config/alarm).

Brackets [ ] To indicate multiple selection choices when

multiple options can be displayed (e.g., Clear [

Network/Port-1

Text highlighted in red To indicate a hyperlink to additional information

when viewing this manual online. Click on the highlighted text.

] Statistics).

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This chapter includes the following:

System Overview

FrameSaver DSL Features and Benefits

FrameSaver DSL Feature Sets

—

Basic Features

—

Advanced SLV Features

OpenLane SLM System

System Overview

Our system solution consists of:

H FrameSaverr DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) unit H Hotwirer ATM Line Card in the Hotwire 8820 GranDSLAM H OpenLanet SLM (Service Level Management) system

This solution provides increased manageability, monitoring, and diagnostics so customers can identify problems more efficiently, troubleshoot those problems faster, and maximize their network to control costs. It is also compatible with Concord Communication’s Network Health software.

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FrameSaver DSL Features and Benefits

Large-scale deployment of frame relay services over DSL-based access networks is possible with the innovative FrameSaver DSL, which provides important advantages for frame relay service providers.

H Remote diagnostic and service level management (SLM) functionality allows

service providers to install the unit and verify operation quickly and reliably.

H Superior fault isolation and test capabilities allow both the Competitive Local

Exchange Carrier (CLEC) and the Frame Relay Network Service Provider (FR NSP) to resolve problems quickly and efficiently.

H End-to-end service level reporting capabilities make this the ideal platform to

support managed frame relay services with service level guarantees.

H Reduces operations cost by allowing Network Operations Center (NOC)

center personnel to remotely troubleshoot and diagnose problems.

H Optional SLV key turns on historical reporting of service level metrics,

allowing this device to be deployed as part of a fully managed service with SLA reporting.

Features

H High-speed and lower access cost of DSL functionality provides service

providers critical capabilities necessary to target markets currently served by dial or VSAT services.

H Use of ATM as a transport protocol ensures the required quality of service for

each application across the access network.

Specific FrameSaver DSL features include:

H Basic DSU/CSU functionality H Two feature sets:

— Frame aware diagnostic feature set — Advanced SLM and reporting feature set

H Frame aware diagnostic feature set includes:

— Nondisruptive PVC diagnostics — Basic frame relay statistics — PVC burst table — Real-time connectivity test and latency snapshots

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— RMON2 event log — RMON2 user history statistics — Multiplexed management PVCs

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H Advanced SLM and reporting feature set includes all of the diagnostic feature

set, plus:

— CIR relationship statistics — FDR/DDR (Trueput) reporting — Continuous real-time latency report — RMON2 alarms and proactive thresholds — FTP user history poller for graphical and historical reporting

H Performs FRF.8 (transparent mode) for frame to ATM conversion H ATM OA&M loopbacks H LMI Trace & Display H Routing Table Display H Router independent operation H Ethernet port for local management H Intelligent data delivery, latency and burst analyzer features H Performance monitoring and data collection H Integrated SNMP agent, TELNET, and ASCII terminal management

interfaces with multilevel password protection

H Dual Flash Storage areas and in-band FTP software download H OpenLane PVC/VC Provisioning Application H Interoperates with the Hotwire ATM Line Card, supporting rates from 144 to

2320 kbps at distances of up to 20,000 feet (6.1 km)

H Automatically selects the optimal rate using the Conexant AutoBaud

algorithm

H Monitors and makes available DSL performance information:

Through asynchronous terminal interface screens:

— Noise margin — Receiver attenuation — Loss of Signal (LOS) — Net margin threshold exceeded — Current SDSL rate

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As SNMP traps and RMON2 Event Log objects:

— Loss of Signal — Net margin threshold exceeded — Rate change

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An advanced SLM and reporting feature set can be activated on command with the SLV key. In the base configuration, comprehensive Layer 1 and 2 instrumentation allows service providers to isolate, diagnose, and correct problems remotely from their NOC. FR NSPs can expect fewer truck rolls and faster service turn-up times. FrameSaver DSL carries forward the end-to-end, nondisruptive loopback capabilities found in all FrameSaver products, allowing quick verification of circuit operation from customer premises to customer premises. Continuity and latency can be verified prior to cutover or any time thereafter.

When the SLV key is remotely activated, additional historical reporting capabilities are activated. Service level performance reporting in compliance with FRF.13 is possible.

Since FrameSaver DSL operates with other members of the FrameSaver product family, DSL, DDS, T1, E1, NxT1 or T3/E3 circuits can be mixed on the same customer network. This hybrid circuit approach meets the practical needs of the service providers in advance of 100 percent DSL geographic coverage, and allows FR NSPs to partner with the most cost efficient access providers for any location.

Working in concert with the Hotwire GranDSLAM and the Hotwire ATM SDSL card, quality of service control spans the entire network eliminating the uncertainty of best effort network designs. CBR, VBR-rt, VBR-nrt, and UBR are supported.

Benefits

FrameSaver DSL provides all the benefits of world-class diagnostics and SLM with the cost advantages of DSL access:

H ATM Transport with QoS to insure necessary Quality of Service across the

entire network

H Base configuration provides comprehensive diagnostics and reporting

capabilities

H Command activated SLV key provides additional service level management

and historical reporting capabilities

H Reduces operational costs through proactive and historical diagnostics H Nondisruptive, end-to-end diagnostics allow accurate fault isolation and

speedy trouble-ticket closure without customer disruption or LEC coordination.

H Software downloadability and adherence to standards protects investments

and reduces life-cycle costs

H Provides conversion between ATM F4/F5 OA&M and Frame Relay LMI

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The following diagram shows the FrameSaver DSL unit in a frame relay network.

OpenLane

Customer Premises

Frame

Relay

Frame Relay

CPE

Router/FRAD

NMS

FrameSaver

DSL Unit

DSL Provider's

Network

Operations

Center

DSL

Copper

Loop

POWER ENTRY MODULE LEFT UNIT: LINE A

POWER ENTRY MODULE

RIGHT UNIT: LINE B

48V RTN

LEFT UNIT: LINE A RIGHT UNIT: LINE B

48V NEG

48V RTN

48V NEG

WARNING!

POWER MUST BE DISCONNECTED AT THE SOURCE

BEFORE REMOVING OR INSTALLING THIS PWR ENTRY MODULE

WARNING!

POWER MUST BE DISCONNECTED AT THE SOURCE

BEFORE REMOVING OR INSTALLING THIS PWR ENTRY MODULE

Hotwire

8820

GranDSLAM

OpenLane

NMS

Frame Relay

NSP's

Network

Operations

Center

DSL ATM

ALARMS

MajorMinorFanBA

CLOCK

SERIAL

MCC

ALARM

LAN/WAN SLOT

SERIAL

ALARM

CLOCK

SMCM

13 15

Network

ATM

Switch

ATM PVC

ATM

Switch

POWER

Access

Frame Relay

Network

FR Switch

with FR/ATM

Switch

Service

Interworking

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FrameSaver DSL Feature Sets

Depending upon the model ordered, the FrameSaver DSL unit has the basic FrameSaver frame relay and diagnostic capability, or it is enhanced with additional SLV (Service Level Verification) reporting capability. These are referred to as feature sets, which provide different levels of intelligence for monitoring, managing, and reporting performance of the unit.

The two feature sets include:

H Basic Feature Set. Models with this feature set provide basic capability,

which includes the following:

— Device Health and Status — Layer 1 (Physical) and Layer 2 (Frame Relay) performance statistics — Nondisruptive Permanent Virtual Circuit (PVC) diagnostics — A troubleshooting virtual circuit for DSL access provider use and remote

management — Limited RMON (Remote Monitoring) functionality — Multiplexed management PVCs for use by the frame relay network

service provider or customer

Basic Features

See

H Advanced SLV Feature Set. Models with this feature set (sometimes

referred to as Feature Set or Group 2) provide all the basic capability, plus advanced SLV (Service Level Verification) features. When additional SLV data is collected and the unit is accessed from an OpenLane SLM system, Web access to the following information is available:

— TruePutt Technology using Frame and Data Delivery Ratios — W eb browser access to all diagnostic and reporting functions — Historical SLA (Service Level Agreement) verification and trend reports — Real-time RMON (remote monitoring) alarms and configurable alarm

thresholds — Real-time and historical network performance graphs — Multiplexed customer PVCs

Advanced SLV Features

See the additional SLV capability.

You can activate the additional SLV features at any time by ordering a FrameSaver SLV Activation Certificate. You must have the OpenLane SLM system to activate the additional SLV features in the unit.

for other features and additional information.

for other features and more information about

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To obtain an activation certificate, provide the model number (9783), your OpenLane system license key number, and the number of FrameSaver units whose SLV capability is to be activated. When you receive your certificate, it will include an Activation Certificate number, the Feature Group Number for the additional SLV features (Feature Group 2), your OpenLane license key number, and the number of device activations (license keys) ordered.

When ready to activate SLV capability in the unit(s), run the OpenLane SLM application. It will prompt you for the serial numbers of the units to be activated, their IP addresses, and whether the activations will be immediate or scheduled. OpenLane then activates SLV capability in the designated units and the units are reset. A report summary will be available that provides information about the activation certificate, the activated units, and the number of license keys remaining.

The following table summarizes the features that are included in the two feature sets. See

Basic Features

and

Advanced SLV Features

for additional information.

Feature Set

Advanced

Feature

Basic

SLV

Frame relay performance statistics Yes Yes SLV performance statistics

(e.g., FDR/DDR, latency, CIR/EIR relationships) Trap Log Yes Yes Multiplexed user data DLCIs No Yes Troubleshooting DLCI for remote management Yes Yes Layer 2 (data link) diagnostics

(nondisruptive DLCI loopbacks) PVC Burst Table Yes Yes User history available via SNMP RMON2 polling Yes Yes User history available via FTP No Yes RMON alarms and proactive alarm thresholds No Yes OpenLane SLM system real-time applications Limited

OpenLane SLM system historical reports and graphs No Yes NetScout Manager Plus support Alarms and

No Yes

Yes Yes

Yes

(no SLM)

Alarms and

history

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Basic Features

The FrameSaver DSL unit provides the following features:

H Easy Installation. When AutoBaud is used, no configuration is required.

SNMP options may be modified if desired to provide security and enable traps.

H Frame Relay Aware Management. Supports diagnostic and network

management features over the frame relay network. The unit’s frame relay capability also supports:

— Inband management channels over the frame relay network using

— Unique nondisruptive diagnostics. — CIR monitoring on a PVC basis. — Multiple PVCs on an interface. — Multiplexing management PVCs with user data PVCs. — Multiplexing multiple PVCs going to the same location onto a single

dedicated PVCs.

network PVC.

H Router-Independence. Unique diagnostics, performance monitoring,

PVC-based in-band network management, and SNMP connectivity is not dependent upon external routers, cables, or LAN adapters.

H Inverse ARP and Standard RIP Support. Provides Inverse ARP (Address

Resolution Protocol) support so the frame relay router at one end of a management PVC can acquire the IP address of a FrameSaver unit at the other end of the PVC. Standard RIP (Routing Information Protocol) allows the router to automatically learn the routes to all FrameSaver units connected to that FrameSaver unit.

H Security. Provides multiple levels of security to prevent unauthorized access

to the unit.

H Auto-Configuration. Provides the following automatic configuration features:

— CIR Determination – For automatic recalculation of the committed rate

measurement interval (T

) and excess burst size (Be) when a DLCI’s CIR

changes. — Excess burst size (B

when Committed Burst Size B

measurement interval (T

) and committed burst size (Bc) are recalculated

(Bits) is set to CIR. The committed rate

) is recalculated when Committed Burst Size B

(Bits) is set to Other.

H Configurable FTP Transfer Rate. Allows you to control the transmit rate

used for downloading from the FrameSaver unit and uploading user history statistics to an NMS (Network Management System) via the COM port connection or a management PVC so the data can be transferred as a background task using the standard File Transfer Protocol (FTP) over extended periods of time using low bandwidth.

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H Dual Flash Memory. Allows software upgrades while the unit is up and

running. Two software loads can be stored and implemented at the user’s discretion.

H Multiplexed Management PVCs. Provides a method of multiplexing

management data with customer data transparently over a single PVC (Permanent Virtual Circuit) when FrameSaver devices are at each end of the circuit. This feature also makes it possible to run nondisruptive PVC tests.

H Maximum Number of PVCs and Management PVCs Supported.

Models 9783-A1-211

Feature

Through Connections (PVCs) 8 64 Dedicated Management PVCs 2 2

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9783-A1-213 9783-A1-223

H ATM VPI/VCI and DLCI Correlation. For networks with both ATM and frame

relay-access endpoints, allows the FrameSaver unit to report the originating Virtual Path and Channel Identifier (VPI/VCI) in the far-end ATM-access endpoint where the local DLCI is mapped. This occurs when the FrameSaver unit is operating in frame relay mode.

H Frame Relay Traffic Policing. Ensures proper alignment and correlation of

CIR (Committed Information Rate) values between the FrameSaver unit and the frame relay interworking function on the network switch. When this feature is enabled, the unit can enforce CIR and EIR (Excess Information Rate), marking frames that exceed CIR as DE (Discard Eligible) using the same method used by the switch, and discarding frames whose transmission would cause committed burst size (B

) and excess burst size (Be) to be

exceeded.

H RMON User History Performance Statistics via SNMP Polling. Provides

access to ESF line, physical interface, and basic frame relay performance statistics by polling the FrameSaver unit using SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol). These statistics are available real-time via the Enterprise MIB and historically as an RMON2 User History object.

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H Trap Event Log. Shows the SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)

trap event log for the FrameSaver unit, with the most recent events first, keeping a running total for all trap events stored, the amount of time since the event was logged, plus a description of the trap.

H Extensive Testing Capability. Provides a variety of tests to identify

and diagnose device and network problems, including nondisruptive PVC loopbacks and end-to-end connectivity. Tests can be commanded from the unit’s menu-driven user interface or the OpenLane system.

These tests include V.54 or FT1-ANSI data channel loopback support so the frame relay network service provider can perform a physical loopback from its own switch without having to contact the local service provider for loopback activation.

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H LMI Packet Capture. Provides a way of uploading data that has been

captured in a trace file so the data can be uploaded and transferred to a Network Associates Sniffer for analysis, or viewed via the menu-driven user interface. When viewed from the menu-driven user interface, the 12 most recent LMI messages are displayed.

Advanced SLV Features

The following additional features are provided with the advanced SLV feature set:

H TruePutt Technology. Using Frame Delivery Ratios (FDR) and Data

Delivery Ratios (DDR), throughput (within and above CIR, as well as between CIR and EIR, and above EIR) can be measured precisely, eliminating inaccuracies due to averaging.

H Intelligent Service Level Verification. Provides accurate throughput,

latency, and availability measurements to determine network performance and whether SLAs (Service Level Agreements) are being met, along with SLA reporting.

H RMON Alarms and Configurable Alarm Thresholds. Provides the ability

to change SLA parameter and RMON alarm thresholds via the OpenLane system to correct them in real-time, before the SLA is violated.

H Multiplexed Customer PVCs. Provides a method of multiplexing customer

management data and user data with network management data transparently over a single PVC (Permanent Virtual Circuit) when FrameSaver devices are at each end of the circuit.

H FTP User History Poller. Provides a bulk collector using FTP through the

OpenLane system that generates a file for data at the time that data is uploaded using FTP.

H RMON-Based User History Statistics Gathering. Provides everything

needed to monitor network service levels, plus throughput with accurate data delivery, network latency, and LMI and PVC availability. Continuous roundtrip latency testing and reporting, as well as CIR to transmitted and received data performance statistics, are included.

In addition, port bursting statistics are kept for all frame relay links for accurate calculation of utilization.

H Network User History Synchronization. Allows correlation of RMON2

User History statistics among all SLV devices in a network. Using a central clock, called the network reference time, all SLV device user history statistics are synchronized across the network, further enhancing the accuracy of OpenLane SLV reports.

OpenLane SLM System

See

for additional information.

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OpenLane SLM System

Being standards-based, the OpenLane SLM (Service Level Management) system can be used with other management applications like HP OpenView or IBM’s NetView. OpenLane includes HP OpenView adapters for integrating OpenLane features with the OpenView Web interface.

Being Web-based, the OpenLane system provides Web access to the data contained in the database to provide anytime, anywhere access to this information via a Web browser.

Some of the OpenLane system’s features include:

H Real-time performance graphs provide exact performance measurement

details (not averages, which can skew performance results) of service level agreement (SLA) parameters.

H Historical SLV graphs provide service level management historical reports so

frame relay SLAs can be verified.

H Diagnostic troubleshooting provides an easy-to-use tool for performing tests,

which include end-to-end, PVC loopback, connectivity, and physical interface tests.

About the FrameSaver DSL Unit

H Basic configuration allows you to configure FrameSaver devices, and set

RMON alarms and thresholds. Network DLCI Circuit IDs can also be assigned.

H Automatic SLV device and PVC discovery allows all SLV devices with their

SLV Delivery Ratio configuration option enabled to be discovered automatically, along with their PVCs.

H A FrameSaver unit can be reset from the OpenLane system. H Firmware downloading provides an easy-to-use tool for downloading to an

entire network or a portion of the network.

H On-demand polling of FrameSaver devices, and SNMP polling and reporting

are available.

H Configuration of circuits across the Hotwire GranDSLAM and endpoint for

easy provisioning by the DSL router.

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User Interface and Basic Operation

This chapter explains how to access, use, and navigate the menu-driven user interface. It includes the following:

Logging On

Main Menu

Screen Work Areas

Navigating the Screens

—

Keyboard Keys

—

Function Keys

—

Selecting from a Menu

—

Switching Between Screen Areas

—

Selecting a Field

—

Entering Information

What appears on the screens depends on:

H Current configuration – How your network is currently configured. H Security access level – The security level set by the system administrator

for each user.

H Data selection criteria – What you entered in previous screens.

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Logging On

Start a session using one of the following methods:

H Telnet session via:

— An in-band management channel through the frame relay network (frame

relay network service provider). — An in-band management channel through the ATM network (DSL

provider). — A local in-band management channel configured on the DTE port

between the FrameSaver unit and the router. — A LAN port.

H Dial-in connection using an external modem. H Direct terminal connection over the COM port.

When logging on, the User Interface Idle screen appears.

H If no security was set up or security was disabled, the Main Menu screen

appears (see

H If security was set up and is enabled, you are prompted for a login. Enter

your login ID and password.

When the user interface has been idle, a session is automatically ended and the screen goes blank when the unit times out. Press Enter to reactivate the interface.

Main Menu

on page 2-4). You can begin your session.

" Procedure

To log in when security is being enforced:

1. Type your assigned Login ID and press Enter.

2. Type your Password and press Enter. — Valid characters – All printable ASCII characters — Number of characters – Up to 10 characters can be entered in the

— Case-sensitive – Yes

An asterisk (*) appears in the password field for each character entered.

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If your login was . . . Then the . . .

V alid Main Menu appears. Begin your session.

NOTE: If your login is valid, but access is denied, there are two currently active sessions.

Invalid Message, Invalid Password, appears on line 24, and

the Login screen is redisplayed. After three unsuccessful attempts:

H A Telnet session is closed. H The User Interface Idle screen appears for a directly

connected terminal or modem.

H An SNMP trap is generated. H Access is denied.

See your system administrator to verify your login (Login ID/Password combination).

FrameSaver units support two sessions simultaneously. If two sessions are currently active, wait and try again.

H If two sessions are currently active and you are attempting to access the

unit through Telnet, the local Telnet client process returns a Connection refused: message at the bottom of the screen.

H If two sessions are currently active and you are attempting to access the unit

over the COM port (using a terminal or external modem, not via Telnet), the User Interface Already In Use screen is redisplayed. In addition, the type of connection (Telnet Connection or Direct COM Port Connection) for each current user is identified, along with the user’s login ID.

" Procedure

To end the session:

1. Press Ctrl-a to switch to the function keys area of the screen.

2. Type e (E — For a terminal-connected to the COM port, the session is ended. — For a modem connected to the COM port, the session is ended and the

— For a Telnet connection, the session is closed and, if no other Telnet or

xit) and press Enter.

modem is disconnected.

FTP session is occurring over the connection, the modem is disconnected.

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Options

in Chapter 3,

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Main Menu

Entry to all of the FrameSaver unit’s tasks begins at the Main Menu, which has six menus or branches. The Access Level at the top of the screen only appears when security has been set up.

main Access Level: 1 9783 Device Name: Node A 05/13/2000 02:01

MAIN MENU

Status Test Configuration Auto-Configuration Control Easy Install

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Ctrl-a to access these functions E

xit

Select . . . To . . .

Status View diagnostic tests, interfaces, PVC connections, and

statistics. You can also display LEDs and FrameSaver unit

identity information. Test Select and cancel tests for the FrameSaver unit’s interfaces. Configuration Display and edit the configuration options. Auto-Configuration Configure basic access unit setup automatically based upon a

selected application. You can also automatically populate

network and data port DLCI configuration options with numeric

settings. Control Control the menu-driven user interface, device naming, login

administration, and selecting software releases. You can also

initiate a power-on reset of the FrameSaver unit. Easy Install Select Leased Line or Frame Relay mode for minimal

configuration and a quick installation.

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See Appendix A,

Menu Hierarchy

, for a pictorial view of the menu hierarchy,

which represents the organization of the FrameSaver unit’s menus and screens.

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Screen Work Areas

This i

PVC

9783-SLV

H This

remote-site unit that supports 8 PVCs and has the

There are two user work areas:

H Screen area – Where you input information into fields. H Function keys area – Where you perform specific screen functions.

Menu Path

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User Interface and Basic Operation

Model Number

Date and Time

Device

Name

Screen

Area

Function

Keys Area

Message Area

SERVICE LEVEL VERIFICATION SYSTEM OPTIONS

SLV Sample Interval (secs): 60 SLV Delivery Ratio: Disable

DLCI Down on SLV Timeout: Enable SLV Timeout Error Event Threshold: 3 SLV Timeout Clearing Event Threshold: 1

SLV Packet Size (bytes): 64

SLV Synchronization Role: Tributary

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Ctrl-a to access these functions, ESC for previous menu M S

ave

ainMenu Exit

Screen Format Description

Menu Path Menu selections made to reach the current screen. Device Name Customer-assigned identification of the FrameSaver unit.

FrameSaver unit’s model number .

9783

97839783-SLV

9783-C-SL V

H This is a remote-site unit that supports 8 PVCs.

H This is a remote-site unit that supports 8 PVCs and has the

s a central-site unit that supports 64

is a

advanced SL V feature set installed.

H This is a central-site unit that supports 64 PVCs and has the

advanced SL V feature set installed.

Screen Area Selection, display, and input fields for monitoring and maintaining the

Function Keys Area

Message Area System-related information and valid settings for input fields in the

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FrameSaver unit. Specific functions that can be performed by pressing a specified key ,

then pressing Enter.

lower left corner. System and Test Status messages in the lower right corner.

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Navigating the Screens

You can navigate the screens by:

H Using keyboard keys. H Switching between the two screen work areas using function keys.

Keyboard Keys

Use the following keyboard keys to navigate within the screen area:

Press . . . To . . .

Ctrl-a Move cursor between the screen area and the

Esc Return to the previous screen.

screen function keys area.

Right Arrow (on same screen row), or Tab (on any screen row)

Left Arrow (on same screen row), or Ctrl-k

Backspace Move cursor one position to the left or to the

Spacebar Select the next valid value for the field. Delete (Del) Delete character that the cursor is on. Up Arrow or Ctrl-u Move cursor up one field within a column on the

Down Arrow or Ctrl-d Move cursor down one field within a column on

Right Arrow or Ctrl-f Move cursor one character to the right if in edit

Left Arrow or Ctrl-b Move cursor one character to the left if in edit

Ctrl-l Redraw the screen display, clearing information

Enter (Return) Accept entry or, when pressed before entering

Move cursor to the next field.

Move cursor to the previous field.

last character of the previous field.

same screen.

the same screen.

mode.

typed in but not yet entered.

data or after entering invalid data, display valid options on the last row of the screen.

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