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IOLAN
SDS/SCS/STS
User’s Guide
Version 3.6
Part #5500161-36
September 2008
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FCC Note The IOLAN Device Server has been found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions in this Guide, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
EN 55022: 1998, Class A, Note
WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Caution: the IOLAN Device Server is approved for commercial use only.
WARNING The IOLAN Device Server SDS T models operate in an ambient air temperature above 70 oC. However,
at 70 oC and above, a burn hazard exists if the metal case is touched without proper hand protection.
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Preface ...............................................................................25
About This Book ........................................................................ 25
Intended Audience..................................................................... 25
Documentation........................................................................... 25
Typeface Conventions............................................................... 26
Online Help................................................................................. 26
Chapter 1 Introduction......................................................27
About the IOLAN........................................................................ 27
IOLAN Family Models................................................................ 27
IOLAN Features.......................................................................... 28
Hardware................................................................................................. 28
Software .................................................................................................. 29
Accessing the IOLAN......................................................................... 29
General Features............................................................................... 29
Advanced Features............................................................................ 30
Security ...................................................................................................30
Chapter 2 Hardware and Connectivity ............................31
Introduction................................................................................ 31
IOLAN Components................................................................... 31
What’s Included......................................................................................31
What You Need to Supply......................................................................31
Available Accessories............................................................................32
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Power Supply Specifications ....................................................32
Desktop Models ......................................................................................32
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Models................................................... 32
I/O Models.......................................................................................... 32
Rack Mount Models................................................................................33
DC Power Requirements.................................................................... 33
AC Power Requirements.................................................................... 33
Getting to Know Your IOLAN ....................................................33
Overview..................................................................................................33
1-Port........................................................................................................34
2-Port........................................................................................................35
4-Port........................................................................................................35
I/O.............................................................................................................36
Top View............................................................................................. 36
End View ............................................................................................ 36
Rack Mount..............................................................................................37
Console Port/LED View...................................................................... 37
Serial/Ethernet View........................................................................... 37
Console/Serial Switch ............................................................................38
Console Mode .................................................................................... 38
Serial Mode ........................................................................................ 38
Dedicated Console Port: Rack Mount Models .....................................38
Powering Up the IOLAN.............................................................39
Desktop/Rack Mount Models.................................................................39
I/O Models................................................................................................39
DC Power Models....................................................................................40
Disconnecting 48V Power Supplies from the IOLAN.......................... 41
Chapter 3 Configuration Methods ...................................43
Introduction.................................................................................43
Configuration Methods Overview .............................................44
Configures an IP Address......................................................................44
Requires a Configured IP Address........................................................44
Easy Config Wizard....................................................................45
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DeviceManager........................................................................... 46
Overview.................................................................................................. 46
Access Platforms ................................................................................... 46
Unique Features ..................................................................................... 46
Connecting to the IOLAN Using DeviceManager ................................ 46
Using DeviceManager............................................................................48
WebManager............................................................................... 49
Overview.................................................................................................. 49
Access Platforms .................................................................................. 49
Unique Features ..................................................................................... 49
Connecting to the IOLAN Using WebManager .................................... 50
Using WebManager................................................................................ 51
Command Line Interface........................................................... 52
Overview.................................................................................................. 52
Access Platforms ................................................................................... 52
Unique Features ..................................................................................... 52
Connecting to the IOLAN Using the CLI............................................... 52
Through the Network.......................................................................... 52
Through the Serial Port...................................................................... 53
Using the CLI .......................................................................................... 53
Menu............................................................................................ 53
Overview.................................................................................................. 53
Access Platforms ................................................................................... 53
Unique Features ..................................................................................... 53
Connecting to the IOLAN Using the Menu........................................... 53
Using the Menu.......................................................................................54
DHCP/BOOTP............................................................................. 55
Overview.................................................................................................. 55
Unique Features ..................................................................................... 55
Connecting to the IOLAN Using DHCP/BOOTP................................... 55
Using DHCP/BOOTP...............................................................................55
DHCP/BOOTP Parameters..................................................................... 56
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SNMP ...........................................................................................57
Overview..................................................................................................57
Access Platforms....................................................................................57
Unique Features......................................................................................57
Connecting to the IOLAN Using SNMP.................................................57
Using the SNMP MIB...............................................................................58
IOLAN+ Interface ........................................................................59
Overview..................................................................................................59
Access Platforms....................................................................................59
Connecting to the IOLAN to Use the IOLAN+ Interface ......................59
Using the IOLAN+ Interface...................................................................59
Changes to the IOLAN+ Interface..........................................................60
Chapter 4 Getting Started.................................................65
Introduction.................................................................................65
Easy Configuration Wizard........................................................65
Setting Up the Network..............................................................66
Using DeviceManager.............................................................................66
Using WebManager.................................................................................67
Using a Direct Serial Connection to Specify an IP Address............... 67
Using a Direct Serial Connection to Enable BOOTP/DHCP............... 68
Using ARP-Ping . .....................................................................................69
For an IPv6 Network ...............................................................................69
Setting Up the Serial Port(s)......................................................70
Setting Up Users.........................................................................72
Chapter 5 Using DeviceManager and WebManager.......73
Introduction.................................................................................73
Navigating DeviceManager/WebManager ................................74
DeviceManager........................................................................................74
WebManager............................................................................................75
EasyPort Web . .........................................................................................75
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Using DeviceManager to Connect to the IOLAN..................... 76
Starting a New Session..........................................................................76
Assigning a Temporary IP Address to a New IOLAN.......................... 77
Adding/Deleting Manual IOLANs ..........................................................78
Logging in to the IOLAN........................................................................78
Using WebManager to Connect to the IOLAN......................... 79
Logging into the IOLAN.........................................................................79
Configuration Files .................................................................... 79
Creating a New IOLAN Configuration in DeviceManager................... 79
Opening an Existing Configuration File...............................................80
Importing an Existing Configuration File............................................. 80
Managing the IOLAN.................................................................. 80
Chapter 6 Network Settings .............................................81
Introduction................................................................................ 81
IP Settings .................................................................................. 82
IPv4 Settings........................................................................................... 82
Overview............................................................................................ 82
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 82
IPv6 Settings........................................................................................... 83
Overview............................................................................................ 83
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 83
Adding/Editing a Custom IPv6 Address............................................. 85
Advanced ................................................................................................ 86
Overview............................................................................................ 86
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 86
Advanced.................................................................................... 88
Host Table............................................................................................... 88
Overview............................................................................................ 88
Functionality....................................................................................... 88
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 88
Adding/Editing a Host............................................................................89
Route List................................................................................................90
Overview............................................................................................ 90
Functionality....................................................................................... 90
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 90
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Adding/Editing Routes...........................................................................91
DNS/WINS................................................................................................92
Overview............................................................................................. 92
Functionality ....................................................................................... 92
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 92
Editing/Adding DNS/WINS Servers.................................................... 93
RIP............................................................................................................93
Overview............................................................................................. 93
Functionality ....................................................................................... 93
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 94
Dynamic DNS ..........................................................................................95
Overview............................................................................................. 95
Functionality ....................................................................................... 95
Field Descriptions............................................................................... 95
Account Settings................................................................................. 96
Cipher Suite Field Descriptions.......................................................... 97
Adding/Editing a Cipher Suite............................................................. 98
Validation Criteria Field Descriptions.................................................. 99
IPv6 Tunnels..........................................................................................100
Overview........................................................................................... 100
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 100
Adding/Editing an IPv6 Tunnel......................................................... 101
Chapter 7 Configuring Serial Ports ...............................103
Introduction...............................................................................103
Serial Ports................................................................................103
Overview................................................................................................103
Functionality..........................................................................................103
Editing a Serial Port.......................................................................... 104
Copying a Serial Port........................................................................ 105
Resetting a Serial Port...................................................................... 106
Serial Port Profiles ...................................................................106
Common Tabs.......................................................................................106
Overview........................................................................................... 106
Hardware Tab Field Descriptions..................................................... 107
Email Alert Tab Field Descriptions ................................................... 109
Packet Forwarding Tab Field Descriptions....................................... 110
SSL/TLS Settings Tab Field Descriptions ........................................ 113
Cipher Suite Field Descriptions........................................................ 114
Adding/Editing a Cipher Suite........................................................... 115
Validation Criteria Field Descriptions................................................ 116
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Console Management Profile..............................................................117
Overview.......................................................................................... 117
Functionality..................................................................................... 117
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 117
Advanced Tab Field Descriptions.................................................... 118
TruePort Profile .................................................................................... 120
Overview.......................................................................................... 120
Functionality..................................................................................... 120
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 121
Adding/Editing Additional TruePort Hosts........................................ 122
Adding/Editing a Multihost Entry...................................................... 123
Advanced Tab Field Descriptions.................................................... 124
TCP Sockets Profile .............................................................................126
Overview.......................................................................................... 126
Functionality..................................................................................... 126
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 126
Adding/Editing Additional Hosts....................................................... 128
Adding/Editing a Multihost Entry...................................................... 129
Advanced Tab Field Descriptions.................................................... 130
UDP Sockets Profile.............................................................................132
Overview.......................................................................................... 132
Functionality..................................................................................... 132
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 133
Terminal Profile .................................................................................... 134
Overview.......................................................................................... 134
Functionality..................................................................................... 134
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 135
Advanced Tab Field Descriptions.................................................... 137
User Service Settings...........................................................................139
Login Settings .................................................................................. 139
Telnet Settings................................................................................. 140
Rlogin Settings................................................................................. 141
SSH Settings.................................................................................... 142
SLIP Settings ................................................................................... 143
PPP Settings.................................................................................... 145
Printer Profile........................................................................................ 150
Overview.......................................................................................... 150
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 150
Serial Tunneling Profile ....................................................................... 151
Overview.......................................................................................... 151
Functionality..................................................................................... 151
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 152
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Virtual Modem Profile...........................................................................153
Overview........................................................................................... 153
Functionality ..................................................................................... 153
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 154
Advanced Tab Field Descriptions..................................................... 155
Phone Number to Host Mapping...................................................... 157
VModem Phone Number Entry......................................................... 158
Control Signal I/O Profile .....................................................................158
Overview........................................................................................... 158
Functionality ..................................................................................... 158
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 159
Input Signal Field Descriptions......................................................... 159
Output Signal Field Descriptions...................................................... 161
Modbus Gateway Profile......................................................................162
Overview........................................................................................... 162
Functionality ..................................................................................... 162
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 163
Advanced Field Descriptions............................................................ 164
Modbus Slave IP Settings Field Descriptions................................... 165
Adding/Editing Modbus Slave IP Settings........................................ 166
Modbus Slave Advanced Settings Field Descriptions...................... 167
Power Management Profile..................................................................168
Overview........................................................................................... 168
Functionality ..................................................................................... 168
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 169
Editing Power Management Plug Settings Field Descriptions.......... 169
Remote Access (PPP) Profile .... ..........................................................170
Overview........................................................................................... 170
Functionality ..................................................................................... 170
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 171
Authentication Tab Field Descriptions.............................................. 173
Dynamic DNS Field Descriptions ..................................................... 175
Advanced Tab Field Descriptions..................................................... 176
Remote Access (SLIP) Profile..............................................................179
Overview........................................................................................... 179
General Tab Field Descriptions........................................................ 179
Advanced Tab Field Descriptions..................................................... 180
Custom Application Profile..................................................................182
Overview........................................................................................... 182
Functionality ..................................................................................... 182
General Tab Field Description.......................................................... 182
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Port Buffering........................................................................... 183
Overview................................................................................................183
Functionality......................................................................................... 183
Local Port Buffering.......................................................................... 183
Remote Port Buffers......................................................................... 184
Field Definitions....................................................................................184
Advanced.................................................................................. 186
Advanced Serial Settings Tab............................................................. 186
Overview.......................................................................................... 186
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 186
Modems Tab..........................................................................................188
Overview.......................................................................................... 188
Functionality..................................................................................... 188
Adding/Editing a Modem.................................................................. 188
TruePort Baud Rate Tab ......................................................................189
Overview.......................................................................................... 189
Functionality..................................................................................... 189
Field Definitions................................................................................ 189
Chapter 8 Configuring Users .........................................191
Introduction.............................................................................. 191
User Settings............................................................................ 192
Overview................................................................................................192
Functionality......................................................................................... 192
Adding/Editing Users .............................................................. 193
General Tab...........................................................................................193
Overview.......................................................................................... 193
Functionality..................................................................................... 193
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 193
Services Tab ......................................................................................... 195
Overview.......................................................................................... 195
Functionality..................................................................................... 195
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 195
Advanced Tab.......................................................................................197
Overview.......................................................................................... 197
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 197
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Sessions Tab.........................................................................................199
Overview........................................................................................... 199
Functionality ..................................................................................... 199
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 200
Serial Port Access Tab.........................................................................201
Overview........................................................................................... 201
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 201
Chapter 9 Configuring Security .....................................203
Introduction...............................................................................203
Authentication ..........................................................................203
Authentication.......................................................................................204
Local.......................................................................................................205
Overview........................................................................................... 205
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 205
RADIUS..................................................................................................206
Overview........................................................................................... 206
General Field Descriptions ............................................................... 206
Attributes Field Descriptions............................................................. 207
Kerberos................................................................................................208
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 208
LDAP......................................................................................................209
Overview........................................................................................... 209
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 209
TACACS+...............................................................................................210
Overview........................................................................................... 210
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 210
SecurID ..................................................................................................211
Overview........................................................................................... 211
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 211
NIS..........................................................................................................212
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 212
SSH ............................................................................................213
Overview................................................................................................213
Functionality..........................................................................................213
Users Logging into the IOLAN Using SSH....................................... 213
Users Passing Through the IOLAN Using SSH (Dir/Sil)................... 214
Field Descriptions.................................................................................215
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SSL/TLS.................................................................................... 216
Overview................................................................................................216
Functionality......................................................................................... 216
Field Descriptions ................................................................................ 217
Cipher Suite Field Descriptions........................................................ 218
Adding/Editing a Cipher ................................................................... 219
Validation Criteria Field Descriptions............................................... 220
VPN............................................................................................ 221
Overview................................................................................................221
Functionality......................................................................................... 221
IKE Phase 1 Proposals.................................................................... 222
ESP Phase 2 Proposals................................................................... 222
IPsec...................................................................................................... 222
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 222
Adding/Editing the IPsec Tunnel...................................................... 223
Shared Secret Field Description ...................................................... 225
Remote Validation Criteria Field Descriptions.................................. 226
L2TP/IPsec ............................................................................................ 227
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 227
Exceptions ............................................................................................ 228
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 228
Adding/Editing a VPN Exception...................................................... 229
Advanced .............................................................................................. 229
Field Description .............................................................................. 229
Services.................................................................................... 230
Overview................................................................................................230
Functionality......................................................................................... 230
Field Descriptions ................................................................................ 230
Keys and Certificates .............................................................. 232
Chapter 10 Configuring I/O Interfaces...........................235
Introduction.............................................................................. 235
Settings..................................................................................... 236
Overview................................................................................................236
I/O Access Functionality......................................................................236
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 236
Advanced Slave Modbus Settings ................................................... 237
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Failsafe Timer Functionality ................................................................239
Overview........................................................................................... 239
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 239
UDP Functionality.................................................................................240
Overview........................................................................................... 240
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 240
I/O UDP Settings.............................................................................. 241
Temperature Functionality...................................................................242
Overview........................................................................................... 242
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 242
Channels ...................................................................................243
Analog....................................................................................................243
Overview........................................................................................... 243
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 244
Digital Input...........................................................................................245
Overview........................................................................................... 245
Functionality ..................................................................................... 245
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 246
Digital Output........................................................................................248
Overview........................................................................................... 248
Functionality ..................................................................................... 248
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 249
Relay ......................................................................................................251
Overview........................................................................................... 251
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 252
Digital I/O Extension.............................................................................253
Overview........................................................................................... 253
Functionality ..................................................................................... 254
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 255
Adding/Editing Additional Hosts ....................................................... 257
Adding/Editing a Multihost Entry....................................................... 258
Temperature..........................................................................................259
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 260
Alarm Settings.......................................................................................261
Basic Analog Alarm Settings............................................................ 261
Advanced Analog Alarm Settings..................................................... 262
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I/O UDP...................................................................................... 264
UDP Unicast Format.............................................................................264
UDP Broadcast Packet .................................................................... 264
Analog Section............................................................................... 265
Digital/Relay Section...................................................................... 266
Serial Pin Signal Section............................................................... 266
UDP Unicast Example.......................................................................... 267
I/O Modbus Slave..................................................................... 267
Modbus Serial Application Connected to the Serial Port................. 267
Modbus Serial Application Connected to the Network..................... 267
Modbus TCP Application.....................................................................268
Modbus I/O Access.................................................................. 268
Function Codes ....................................................................................268
I/O Coil/Register Descriptions............................................................. 269
Serial Port Coil/Register Descriptions................................................ 270
A4/T4 Registers .................................................................................... 270
A4D2/A4R2 Registers...........................................................................271
D4/D2R2 Registers ............................................................................... 272
Serial Pin Signals .................................................................................272
TruePort I/O.............................................................................. 273
TruePort/Modbus Combination...........................................................273
API Over TruePort Only ....................................................................... 274
Accessing I/O Data Via TruePort............................................ 275
Introduction...........................................................................................275
Setup......................................................................................................275
Format of API Commands ...................................................................276
Get Commands..................................................................................... 276
Command Format............................................................................ 276
Response Format............................................................................. 276
Set Commands .....................................................................................277
Command Format............................................................................ 277
Successful Response Format.......................................................... 278
Unsuccessful Response Format...................................................... 278
Error Codes...........................................................................................279
I/O SNMP Traps........................................................................ 279
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Chapter 11 Configuring Clustering................................281
Introduction...............................................................................281
Clustering Slave List................................................................281
Overview................................................................................................281
Adding Clustering Slaves ....................................................................282
Overview........................................................................................... 282
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 282
Advanced Clustering Slave Options...................................................283
Overview........................................................................................... 283
Editing Clustering Slave Settings ..................................................... 283
Chapter 12 Configuring the Option Card ......................285
Introduction...............................................................................285
Option Card Settings................................................................285
Overview................................................................................................285
Functionality..........................................................................................285
Configuring the IOLAN Modem Card......................................285
Configuring a Wireless WAN Card..........................................286
Overview................................................................................................286
Field Descriptions.................................................................................286
Chapter 13 Configuring the System ..............................289
Introduction...............................................................................289
Alerts .........................................................................................289
Email Alerts...........................................................................................289
Overview........................................................................................... 289
Functionality ..................................................................................... 289
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 290
Syslog....................................................................................................291
Overview........................................................................................... 291
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 291
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Management............................................................................. 292
SNMP..................................................................................................... 292
Overview.......................................................................................... 292
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 292
Time....................................................................................................... 294
Overview.......................................................................................... 294
Functionality..................................................................................... 294
Network Time Tab Field Descriptions.............................................. 295
Time Zone/Summer Time Tab Field Descriptions............................ 296
Custom App/Plugin..............................................................................297
Overview.......................................................................................... 297
Field Description .............................................................................. 297
Advanced .............................................................................................. 298
Overview.......................................................................................... 298
Login Tab Field Descriptions............................................................ 298
Bootup Files Tab Field Descriptions ................................................ 299
Message of the Day (MOTD) Tab Field Descriptions ...................... 300
TFTP Tab Field Descriptions ........................................................... 301
Console Port Tab Field Descriptions................................................ 301
Chapter 14 Controlling the RPS, I/O Channels, and
IPsec Tunnels..............................................................303
Introduction.............................................................................. 303
RPS Control.............................................................................. 303
Overview................................................................................................303
Field Descriptions ................................................................................ 303
Plug Control..........................................................................................304
Overview.......................................................................................... 304
Field Descriptions............................................................................. 304
Serial Port Power Control ....................................................... 305
Overview................................................................................................305
Field Descriptions ................................................................................ 305
Power Plug Status............................................................................ 305
I/O Channels............................................................................. 306
Overview................................................................................................306
IPsec Tunnel Control............................................................... 307
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Chapter 15 System Administration................................309
Introduction...............................................................................309
Managing Configuration Files.................................................309
Saving Configuration Files ..................................................................309
Downloading Configuration Files........................................................309
Downloading Configuration Files to Multiple IOLANs ......................310
Uploading Configuration Files.............................................................311
Specifying a Custom Factory Default Configuration.........................311
Resetting the IOLAN to the Original Factory Default
Configuration.......................................................................................311
Downloading IOLAN Firmware................................................312
Calibrating I/O...........................................................................312
Calibrating Analog Input......................................................................312
Calibrating Voltage........................................................................... 312
Calibrating Current ........................................................................... 312
Calibrating Temperature Input.............................................................313
Calibrating Thermocouple ................................................................ 313
Calibrating RTD................................................................................ 313
Calibrating Analog Channels...............................................................313
Resetting Calibration Data...................................................................314
Setting the IOLAN’s Date and Time ........................................315
Rebooting the IOLAN ...............................................................315
Resetting the IOLAN to Factory Defaults...............................315
Resetting the SecurID Node Secret ........................................316
Language Support....................................................................316
Loading a Supplied Language.............................................................316
Translation Guidance...........................................................................317
Software Upgrades and Language Files.............................................317
Downloading Terminal Definitions .........................................318
Creating Terminal Definition Files.......................................................318
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Resetting Configuration Parameters ..................................... 319
Lost Admin Password............................................................. 320
Chapter 16 Applications.................................................321
Introduction.............................................................................. 321
Configuring Modbus................................................................ 321
Overview................................................................................................321
Configuring a Master Gateway......................................................... 321
Configuring a Slave Gateway........................................................... 321
Modbus Gateway Settings...................................................................322
Modbus Master Gateway................................................................. 322
Modbus Slave Gateway................................................................... 322
Modbus Serial Port Settings................................................................ 323
Modbus Master Settings .................................................................. 323
Modbus Slave Settings .................................................................... 324
Configuring PPP Dial On Demand.......................................... 325
Setting Up Printers .................................................................. 326
Remote Printing Using LPD................................................................. 326
Remote Printing Using RCP ................................................................ 327
Remote Printing Using Host-Based Print Handling Software.......... 327
Configuring a Virtual Private Network................................... 328
IOLAN-to-Host/Network ....................................................................... 328
Network-to-Network ............................................................................. 330
Host-to-Host..........................................................................................331
VPN Client-to-Network.........................................................................333
Appendix A RADIUS and TACACS+..............................335
Introduction.............................................................................. 335
RADIUS..................................................................................... 335
Supported RADIUS Parameters..........................................................335
Accounting Message............................................................................338
Mapped RADIUS Parameters to IOLAN Parameters ......................... 339
Perle RADIUS Dictionary Example...................................................... 340
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TACACS+...................................................................................342
Accessing the IOLAN Through a Serial Port Users...........................342
Accessing the IOLAN Through a Serial Port User Example
Settings................................................................................................344
Accessing the IOLAN from the Network Users..................................345
Accessing the IOLAN from the Network User Example Settings.....346
Appendix B SSL/TLS Ciphers ........................................347
Introduction...............................................................................347
Valid SSL/TLS Ciphers.............................................................347
Appendix C Virtual Modem AT Commands ..................349
Virtual Modem Initialization Commands ................................349
Appendix D Pinouts and Cabling Diagrams .................351
Serial Pinouts............................................................................351
DB25 Male..............................................................................................351
DB25 Female .........................................................................................352
RJ45 .......................................................................................................353
RJ45 SCS48C/SCS32C/SCS16C/SCS8C .............................................354
DB9 Male (Serial Only)..........................................................................354
DB9 Male I/O..........................................................................................355
Power Over Ethernet Pinouts..................................................355
EIA-232 Cabling Diagrams.......................................................356
Terminal DB25 Connector....................................................................356
DB25 Male........................................................................................ 356
DB25 Female.................................................................................... 356
RJ45................................................................................................. 357
DB9 Male.......................................................................................... 357
Modem DB25 Connector......................................................................358
DB25 Male........................................................................................ 358
RJ45................................................................................................. 358
DB9 Male.......................................................................................... 359
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Appendix E Setting Jumpers .........................................361
Introduction.............................................................................. 361
1-Port IOLAN DB25 Male/Female ........................................................ 361
1-Port IOLAN RJ45 ............................................................................... 362
1-Port IOLAN RJ45 P (Power Over Ethernet).....................................362
1-Port IOLAN DB9.................................................................................363
2-Port IOLAN SDS1M (Modem)............................................................363
2-Port IOLAN. ........................................................................................ 364
2-Port IOLAN RJ45 P (Power Over Ethernet).....................................364
4-Port Desktop IOLAN .......................................................................... 365
Digital I/O Module................................................................................. 366
Analog Input Module............................................................................367
Appendix F I/O Wiring Diagrams ...................................369
Wiring I/O Diagrams................................................................. 369
Digital I/O...............................................................................................369
Digital Input Wet Contact ................................................................. 369
Digital Input Dry Contact.................................................................. 369
Digital Output Sink ........................................................................... 370
Digital Output Source....................................................................... 370
Analog Input..........................................................................................371
Current............................................................................................. 371
Voltage............................................................................................. 371
Temperature Input................................................................................372
Thermocouple.................................................................................. 372
RTD 2-Wire...................................................................................... 372
RTD 3-Wire...................................................................................... 372
RTD 4-Wire...................................................................................... 373
Relay Output......................................................................................... 373
Normally Open Contact.................................................................... 373
Normally Closed Contact ................................................................. 373
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Appendix G Utilities ........................................................375
Introduction...............................................................................375
TruePort.....................................................................................375
API I/O Access Over TruePort.................................................376
API Request Format..............................................................................376
API Response Format...........................................................................376
Error Codes...................................................................................... 377
Decoder .....................................................................................377
Appendix H Accessories ................................................379
Introduction...............................................................................379
Installing a Perle PCI Card.......................................................379
Starter Kit (Adapters/Cable) ....................................................382
RJ45F to DB25M DTE Crossover Adapter..........................................382
RJ45F to DB25M DCE Modem Adapter...............................................383
RJ45F to DB25F DTE Crossover Adapter...........................................384
RJ45F to DB9M DTE Crossover Adapter............................................385
RJ45F to DB9F DTE Crossover Adapter.............................................386
Sun/Cisco RJ45M Connector Cable for Rack Mount Models ...........386
SCS48C/SCS32C/SCS16C/SCS8C Starter Kit
(Adapters/Cable) .....................................................................387
RJ45F to DB25M DTE Crossover Adapter..........................................387
RJ45F to DB25M DCE Modem Adapter...............................................388
RJ45F to DB25F DTE Crossover Adapter...........................................389
RJ45F to DB9M DTE Crossover Adapter............................................390
RJ45F to DB9F DTE Crossover Adapter.............................................391
Sun/Cisco Roll-Over Adapter for Rack Mount Models......................391
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Appendix I Troubleshooting...........................................393
Introduction.............................................................................. 393
Hardware Troubleshooting ..................................................... 393
Communication Issues............................................................ 394
DeviceManager Problems....................................................... 394
Host Problems.......................................................................... 395
RADIUS Authentication Problems.......................................... 395
Login Problems........................................................................ 396
Problems with Terminals ........................................................ 396
Unknown IP Address............................................................... 397
DHCP/BOOTP Problems.......................................................... 397
Callback Problems................................................................... 397
Language Problems................................................................. 397
Modem Problems..................................................................... 398
PPP Problems .......................................................................... 398
Printing Problems.................................................................... 398
Long Reboot Cycle .................................................................. 398
SSL/TLS.................................................................................... 399
I/O Models................................................................................. 399
IPv6 Issues ............................................................................... 400
Contacting Technical Support................................................ 401
Making a Technical Support Query ....................................................401
Who To Contact............................................................................... 401
Have Your Product Information Ready ............................................ 401
Making a support query via the Perle web page.............................. 401
Repair Procedure..................................................................................402
Feedback on this Manual.....................................................................402
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Glossary...........................................................................403
Index.................................................................................405
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Preface
About This Book
This guide provides the information you need to:
z configure the IOLAN
z incorporate the IOLAN into your production environment
Intended Audience
This guide is for administrators who will be configuring the IOLAN.
Some prerequisite knowledge is needed to understand the concepts and examples in this guide:
z If you are using an external authentication application(s), working knowledge of the
authentication application(s).
z Knowledge of TFTP, the transfer protocol the IOLAN uses.
Documentation
The following documentation is included on the IOLAN installation CD:
z IOLAN 1-Port Quick Start Guide
z IOLAN 2-4-Port Quick Start Guide
z IOLAN Rack Mount Quick Start Guide
z IOLAN I/O Quick Start Guide
z IOLAN SDS/SCS/STS User’s Guide
z IOLAN SDS/SCS/STS Command Line Reference Guide
z TruePort User’s Guide
z TruePort Installation and Configuration Guide for Windows NT
z Online Help in the DeviceManager (automatically installed with the DeviceManager application)
z Link to knowledge base
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Typeface Conventions
Typeface Conventions
Most text is presented in the typeface used in this paragraph. Other typefaces are used to help you
identify certain types of information. The other typefaces are:
Typeface Example Usage
At the C: prompt, type:
add host
Set the value to TRUE. The typeface used for TRUE is also used when referring to
subscribe project subject
run yourcode.exec
File, Save This typeface and comma indicates a path you should
IOLAN User’s Guide This typeface indicates a book or document title.
See About the IOLAN on page 27 for
more information.
Online Help
Online help is provided in the DeviceManager. You can click on the What’s This button ( or )
and then click on a field to get field-level help. Or, you can press the F1 key to get window-level
help. You can also get the User’s Guide online by selecting
This typeface is used for code examples and
system-generated output. It can represent a line you type
in, or a piece of your code, or an example of output.
an actual value or identifier that you should use or that is
used in a code example.
The italicized portion of these examples shows the
typeface used for variables that are placeholders for
values you specify. This is found in regular text and in
code examples as shown. Instead of entering
you enter your own value, such as
for
yourcode, enter the name of your program.
follow through the menus. In this example, you select
Save from the File menu.
This indicates a cross-reference to another chapter or
section that you can click on to jump to that section.
Help, Help Topics.
stock_trader, and
project,
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Introduction Chapter 1
1
About the IOLAN
The IOLAN is an Ethernet communications/terminal server that allows serial devices to be connected
directly to LANs. The IOLAN can connect to a wide range of devices including:
z T erminals for multi-user UNIX systems
z Data acquisition equipment (manufacturing, laboratory, scanners, etc.)
z Retail point-of-sale equipment (bar coding, registers, etc.)
z PCs using terminal emulation or SLIP/PPP
z Modems for remote access and Internet access
z ISDN adapters for branch remote access and Internet access
z All types of serial printers
The performance and flexibility of the IOLAN allows you to use a wide range of high speed devices
in complex application environments. The IOLAN products will work in any server environment
running TCP/UDP/IP.
IOLAN Family Models
The IOLAN comes in several different models to meet your network needs:
z DS—Offered as a 1-port unit (DB25M, DB25F, RJ45, and DB9M interfaces available), this
model provides general IOLAN functionality and supports software configurable serial interface
protocols EIA-232/422/485.
z TS—This model is available with two serial ports (RJ45 only) and supports EIA-232 only. The
TS model is similar to the DS model supporting only general IOLAN functionality.
z SDS—This model is available in both desktop and rack mount configurations. Both models
support software configurable serial interface protocols EIA-232/422/485. The SDS model has
the advanced secure IOLAN feature set in addition to the general IOLAN functionality.
z STS—This model comes in one desktop model and several rack mount configurations. All
models support EIA-232 only. The STS model has the advanced secure IOLAN feature set in
addition to the general IOLAN functionality.
z SCS—This model comes in several rack mount configurations. All models support EIA-232
only and have an internal PCI card interface. The SCS model has the advanced secure IOLAN
feature set in addition to the general IOLAN functionality.
See Hardware on page 28 for information about the hardware specifications for your IOLAN model.
See Software on page 29 for a list of the basic and advanced software features.
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IOLAN Features
IOLAN Features
The IOLAN is a communications server used for making serial network connections. It attaches to
your TCP/IP network and allows serial devices such as modems, terminals, or printers to access the
LAN. It also allows LAN devices to access devices or equipment attached to IOLAN serial ports.
This section highlights the hardware and software components you can expect to find in your IOLAN
model.
Hardware
Hardware Features IOLAN Models
Serial Connectors
Desktop Rack Mount
DS1
DS1 I/O
TS2
SDS1
SDS1 I/O
SDS2/4
STS4 D
SDS
DB25F z z
DB25M z z
RJ45 z z z z z z z z
SCS
STS
Serial Interface
Serial Power In Pin
Serial Power Out Pin
Auto Sensing
Ethernet Interface
Power Supply
DB9M z z z z
EIA-232 z z z z z z z z z z
EIA-422 z z z z z z
EIA-485 z z z z z z
DB25F z z
DB25M z z
RJ45 z z z z
DB25F z
DB25M z
RJ45 z z z
10/100 z z z z z z z
10/100/1000 z z z
PCI Interface z
I/O Interface z z
Power over Ethernet z z
External AC z z z z z
Internal AC z z z
DC z z z z
Dedicated Console Port z z z
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Software
IOLAN Features
This section describes the supported software features available.
Accessing the IOLAN
All IOLAN models can be accessed through any of the following methods:
z Easy Config Wizard, an easy configuration wizard that allows you to quickly setup the IOLAN
in a Windows environment
z DeviceManager, a fully functional Windows 98/NT/2000/ME/Server 2003/XP/Server 2008/V ista
configuration/management tool
z WebManager, a web browser (HTTP/HTTPS) option for configuring/managing the IOLAN
z Menu, a window-oriented menu interface for configuration and user access
z CLI, a Command Line Interface option for configuration/management and user access
z SNMP, allowing remote configuration via SNMP as well as statistics gath ering
z DHCP/BOOTP, a method of automatically updating the IOLAN
z IOLAN+ interface, for IOLAN+ users, IOLAN models with 16 ports or fewer can be configured
using the IOLAN+ menu
General Features
Basic IOLAN software features are available on all IOLAN models.
z IPv6 support.
z Support for TCP/IP and UDP protocols including telnet and raw connections.
z Printer support via LPD and RCP.
z Vi rtual modem emulation.
z ‘Fixed tty’ support for several operating systems using Perle’s TruePort utility.
z DHCP/BOOTP for automated network-based setup.
z Dynamic statistics and line status information for fast problem diagnosis.
z Multisession support when accessing the IOLAN from either the serial port or the network.
z Modbus master/slave/gateway support.
z An SDK for custom programs and plugin support.
z I/O interface on the IOLAN I/O models (Analog, Temperature, Digital, and Relay).
z Ability to disable services (for example, Telnet, TruePort, Syslog, SNMP, Modbus, HTTP) for
additional security.
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IOLAN Features
Advanced Features
Advanced IOLAN software features can be found on all IOLAN models except DS and TS models.
z External authentication using any of the following systems:
– RADIUS
– Kerberos
– TACACS+
– NIS
– SecurID
– LDAP
z Support for TCP/IP and UDP protocols.
z Dynamic DNS with DYNDNS.org.
z Domain Name Server (DNS) support.
z WINS support for Windows
z Remote access support including PPP, SLIP, and SLIP with VJ Compression.
z Ability to remotely manage the Perle Remote Power Switch (RPS).
z Ability to cluster several IOLANs.
z Email alert notification.
z PPP authentication via PAP or CHAP.
z SSH connections (supported ciphers are Blowfish, 3DES, AES, CAST128, and Arcfour).
z SSL/TLS connections.
z Logging via Syslog.
z RIP authentication (via password or MD5).
z SNTP (versions 1, 2, 3, and 4 are supported).
®
environments.
Security
The IOLAN security features can include (depending on your IOLAN model):
z Supervisory and serial port password protection.
z Ability to set serial port access rights.
z Ability to assign users access level rights to control their access.
z Trusted host filtering (IP filtering), allowing only those hosts that have been configured in the
IOLAN access to the IOLAN.
z Idle port timers, which close a connection that has not been active for a specified period of time.
z Ability to individually disable network services that won’t be used by the IOLAN.
z SSH client/server connections (SSH 1 and SSH 2).
z SSL/TLS client/server data encryption (TLSv1 and SSLv2).
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Hardware and
2
Connectivity Chapter 2
Introduction
This chapter describes how to physically set up your IOLAN unit. It includes an overview of the
IOLAN hardware components and how to power up the IOLAN to make sure it works correctly.
IOLAN Components
What’s Included
The following components are included with your product:
z IOLAN unit
z External power supply (1-, 2-, and 4-port models only)
Note:
z Quick Start Guide (for I/O models, a soft copy exists on the CDROM)
z Warranty Card
z A CD-ROM containing documentation, firmware, configuration software, TruePort, etc.
z IOLAN models that have an RJ45 serial connector(s) come with an RJ45JDB9F adapter
Added components for rack mount models:
z 3’ CAT5 RJ45 Administration cable
z Rack mounting kit
z (SCS models only) IOLAN Cable Starter Kit (see Appendix H, Accessories on page 379 for
pinout diagrams).
SDS P (Power Over Ethernet) models and I/O models do not have an external power
supply.
What You Need to Supply
Before you can begin, you need to have the following:
z A serial cable(s) to connect serial devices to your IOLAN unit
z An Ethernet CAT5 10/100/1000BASE-T cable to connect the IOLAN uni t to the netw ork
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Power Supply Specifications
Available Accessories
The following accessories are available for purchase for the various IOLAN models:
z DIN Rail Mounting Kit (35mm) for the desktop models
z IOLAN modem card for SCS rack mount models
z PCI adapter card for SCS rack mount models (for wireless W A N cards)
z 3 meter RJ45M-RJ45M 8-wire Sun/Cisco modular cable
z RJ45 to DB25 DTE Male adapter
z RJ45 to DB25 DCE Male adapter
z RJ45 to DB25 DTE Female adapter
z RJ45 to DB9 Male DTE adapter
z RJ45 to DB9 Female DTE adapter
Contact your distributor for details.
Power Supply Specifications
Desktop Models
If you are providing a power supply for a desktop IOLAN model, your power supply must meet the
following requirements:
z Output between 9-30V DC.
z DC barrel connector: The cable attached to the power supply should be about 20AWG, length 6
feet approx. The barrel dimensions of the cable-plug are OD=5.5, ID=2.1, and length= 9.5mm,
with a straight barrel, and positive polarity on the inside and negative polarity on the outside.
z Power can also be provided by:
z Serial Port 1, pin 1 on the DS/SDS1 models
z Serial Port 2, pin 1 on the SDS2 model
z Serial Port 4, pin 1 on the SDS4/SCS4 models
z Ethernet on the P series models (Power over Ethernet)
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Models
The 1-port/4-port SDS P models can be powered by either the external DC power supply (included)
or PoE or both. The 2-port SDS P does not accommodate an external power supply and can be
powered only through PoE.
The IOLAN SDS P model is considered a Powered Device (PD) and can only accept power from an
IEEE 802.3AF compliant Power Source Equipment (PSE) device. The IOLAN PoE can receive up to
13W of power using one of the following methods to connect to a PSE:
z Using the two unused twisted pair wires (10/100Mb only).
z Using the two data pairs or "phantom power" method (100Mb).
I/O Models
The power supply for a desktop IOLAN I/O model must meet the following requirement:
z Output between 9-30V DC and a minimum of 600mA current.
Note:
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Rack Mount Models
DC Power Requirements
The IOLAN DC is supplied with an integral Terminal Connections block to facilitate connection to a
DC source(s). The DC supply(s) should have adequate over-current protection within the closed rack
system and comply with local or national standards applicable to the installation territory. You need
wire gauge 20 to 22 AWG to connect the IOLAN rack mount unit to the power source.
Getting to Know Your IOLAN
Note:
The equipment must be grounded for safety and to ensure ESD protection for correct
operation and protection of the internal circuitry.
AC Power Requirements
AC power rack mount units come with standard power cords, specific to your country, that should be
used to power the IOLAN unit.
Getting to Know Your IOLAN
This section describes the hardware components found on your IOLAN unit.
Overview
All IOLANs have the same basic hardware components to allow you to connect to serial devices,
connect to the network, monitor LAN and serial activity, and manage the unit. Below is a list of these
components:
z Serial Port(s)—Connector(s) that will be used to connect to a serial device.
z Activity—This LED flashes to indicate LAN activity.
z Link10/100—This LED indicates the Ethernet connection speed for desktop models:
– Green—10 Mbits
– Yellow—100 Mbits
–Off—no LAN connection
z Link10/100/1000—This LED indicates the Ethernet connection speed for rack mount models:
– Green—10/100 Mbits
– Yellow—1000 Mbits
–Off—no LAN connection
z Power/Ready—This LED can cycle through several colors (yellow, green, red) during a boot
process, but should complete with a green light. When the IOLAN has completed the power up
cycle, the LED will be steady green on rack mount modes. On desktop models, if the LED is
green after power up but continues to cycle on and off (flashes green), this indicates that the
console switch is in the on position. You can learn more about the Power/Ready LED in
Hardware Troubleshooting on page 393.
z External Power Supply—This can be an external AC power supply, DC terminal, or power
cord, depending on your IOLAN model.
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z Console/Serial Switch—Found on desktop models only (rack mount models have a dedicated
console port), this switch determines whether port 1 functions as a serial port or a console port. If
you have an extended temperature or I/O model, you will see two console switches.
Console/Serial Switch 1 is used to determine the console/serial setting for Port 1 and the
Console/Serial Switch 2 is not used.
z Reset—The inset RESET button will reboot the IOLAN if pushed in and released quickly. It will
reset the IOLAN to factory defaults if pushed in and held for more than three seconds.
z Serial Activity—
z Tx—Flashes with transmit serial activity. There is a Tx LED for each serial port.
z Rx—Flashes with receive serial activity. There is an Rx LED for each serial port.
z Ethernet—The Ethernet connector. SCS models have dual Ethernet.
1-Port
This section describes the components found on the IOLAN 1-port models.
External Power Supply
Console/Serial
Switch
Reset
Ethernet
Power/Ready
Link/10/100
Activity (LAN)
Serial Activity
Serial Port
The 1-port IOLAN has one serial connection that is one of the following connectors: DB25 male,
DB25 female, RJ45, or DB9 male.
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2-Port
Getting to Know Your IOLAN
This section describes the components found on the IOLAN 2-port models.
Console/Serial
External Power Supply
Switch
Reset
Ethernet
Power/Ready
Link/10/100
Activity (LAN)
Serial Activity
Serial Ports
The 2-port IOLAN has two RJ45 serial connections. The 2-port IOLAN can support an 8-pin
connector if there is no requirement for power in (pin 1) or power out (pin 10) pins. The 2-Port P
model (Power over Ethernet) does not come with an external power supply connector.
4-Port
This section describes the components found on the IOLAN 4-port models.
Console/Serial
Switch
Reset
External Power Supply
Ethernet
Power/Ready
Link/10/100
Activity (LAN)
Serial Activity
Serial Ports
The 4-port IOLAN model has four RJ45 serial connections.
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Getting to Know Your IOLAN
I/O
This sections describes the basic components found on the IOLAN I/O models.
Top View
The following image shows a typical IOLAN I/O model. Your I/O model may have I/O connectors in
slightly different positions.
External Power Supply
Power/Ready
Link/10/100
Activity (LAN)
Serial Activity
End View
The IOLAN I/O model shown is an A4D2. Different IOLAN I/O models have different I/O connector
configurations.
I/O connectors
External Power Supply
Reset
Ethernet
All IOLAN I/O models have a DB9M serial connector.
Console/Serial
Switch
I/O connectors
Serial Port
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Rack Mount
Getting to Know Your IOLAN
This section describes the basic components of all rack mount IOLAN models. This example uses the
IOLAN SCS with dual Ethernet and dual AC power.
Console Port/LED View
Power ON/OFF
Server LEDs
Serial/Ethernet View
Serial Ports
Serial Activity
Dual Ethernet
Console Port
PCI Card Faceplate
(SCS models only)
Dual AC Power
Reset
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Console/Serial Switch
Located at the back of the desktop IOLAN models is a switch that controls whether serial port 1 is in
Console or Serial mode.
Note:
The SDS T (Extended Temperature) models have two switches, Switch 1 is used for
Console/Serial mode and Switch 2 is unused.
Look at your model to verify the direction of the ON switch position. ON indicates that serial port 1
is in Console mode; otherwise serial port 1 is in Serial mode.
Console Mode
Console mode is used when you have a direct connection between a serial device (like a terminal or a
PC) and the IOLAN, accessed by the Admin user to configure/manage the IOLAN. Console mode
automatically sets serial port settings as:
z Serial Interface to EIA-232
z Speed to 9600
z Flow Control to No
z Bits to 8
z Stop Bits to 1
z Parity to None
Console mode also displays extra system messages.
Serial port 1 will ignore any Serial Port settings when in Console mode, so you need to turn Console
mode off to use serial port 1 in your network.
Note:
When the console switch is in the on position, the Power/Ready LED will cycle on and off
(flashes green).
Serial Mode
Serial mode is used when the IOLAN acts as a communications server, or anytime you are not
connecting directly to the IOLAN to configure it. You can connect directly to the IOLAN in Serial
mode, but the IOLAN will not display all the messages/information you will get in Console mode.
Dedicated Console Port: Rack Mount Models
The rack mount IOLAN models have a dedicated Console port, located on the LED side of the
IOLAN. You can use the supplied Admin istration cable (with the supplied
needed)
configure the IOLAN using the Menu or Command Line Interface (CLI). You can configure the baud
rate and flow control of the dedicated Console port.
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Powering Up the IOLAN
Desktop/Rack Mount Models
To power up the IOLAN, perform the following steps:
1. Rack Mount Models only: Using the rack mount brackets included with your IOLAN, you can
rack mount the IOLAN from the front or the back of the chassis, depending on your
environment. Make sure you don’t block the IOLAN’s side air vents. Each IOLAN is 1U in
height, and does not require any extra space between units; therefore, you can rack mount up to
five IOLANs in a 5U rack.
2. Plug the external power supply into the IOLAN and then into the electrical outlet. Connect it to
the PSE if you have a P series (Power over Ethernet) model.
3. You will see the LEDs cycle for several seconds and then remain a solid green, indicating that it
is ready to configure/use.
Before you start to configure the IOLAN, you should set the desktop IOLAN jumpers if you want to
terminate the line or use the power in pin feature (instead of an external power supply, if your
desktop IOLAN model supports it).
In some circumstances, the setting of jumpers may be required:
z IOLAN DS and SDS models where EIA-422/485 line termination is required.
z IOLAN I/O models with Digital I/O for setting the channels as input or output.
z IOLAN I/O models with Analog I/O for setting Vo ltage/Current.
See Appendix E, Setting Jumpers on page 361 to see how to set the jumpers for your IOLAN
desktop model.
Powering Up the IOLAN
I/O Models
To power up the IOLAN, perform the following steps:
1. Unplug the power plugable terminal bloc k from the IOLAN.
2. Loosen the screws and then insert your positive (+) wire into the left terminal and screw it down.
Insert the negative (-) wire into the right terminal and screw it down as shown below:
9-30 VDC
-
+
Left
3. Plug the power terminal block back into the IOLAN.
4. Plug the power supply into the electrical outlet.
5. You will see the LEDs cycle for several seconds and then remain a solid green, indicating that it
is ready to configure/use.
Before you start to configure the IOLAN, you should set the IOLAN jumpers for Digital I/O (see
Digital I/O Module on page 366) or Analog Input (Analog Input Module on page 367) channels.
Right
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Powering Up the IOLAN
DC Power Models
To power up the IOLAN with DC power requirements, perform the following steps:
1. Verify that the power switch on the IOLAN unit and the power source is in the Off position.
2. Connect the primary and secondary DC input using the following specifications:
a. Use wire gauge 20 to 22 AW G.
b. Strip insulation 7mm from wire ends. (If using stranded wire, twist all strands together to
c. Connect supply with reference to the terminal bl ock diagram and electrical specifications:
ensure all wire strands are used for the connection.)
Earthing wire
Secondary Supply: Negative (-) wire
Secondary Supply: Positive (+) wire
Primary Supply: Negative (-) wire
Primary Supply: Positive (+) wire
DC Power Supply
Note:
Primary Supply:
Positive (+) wire to Circuit 1, terminal marked +
Negative (-) wire to Circuit 1, terminal marked -
Secondary (back-up) Supply:
Positive (+) wire to Circuit 2, terminal marked +
Negative (-) wire to Circuit 2, terminal marked -
Note:
Earthing Wire:
Ground wire to terminal marked with circular earthing symbol.
Screws:
Tighten terminal connector block screws to 7 lbs-inches torque.
3. Switch On the power supplies.
4. Switch On the IOLAN. (The power LEDS 1 and 2 will indicate the status of the power source at
the respective input. If both the primary and secondary power source are available, both LED 1
and LED 2 will be luminated indicated power detected from each input.)
When connecting only a single power supply source, ensure the connection is the
primary supply and the secondary terminals are left unconnected.
When connecting dual power supply sources, the IOLAN supports a common
positive (+) circuit arrangement ONLY.
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Powering Up the IOLAN
Disconnecting 48V Power Supplies from the IOLAN
To disconnect the power supply(s) from the IOLAN, do the following:
1. Switch off the IOLAN.
2. Switch off the power source(s).
3. Disconnect all DC power input cables from the IOLAN terminal connector block.
4. Remove any attached devices to the serial or Ethernet port(s).
Your IOLAN is ready to be moved.
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Introduction
This chapter provides information about the different methods you can use to configure the IOLAN.
Before you can configure the IOLAN, you must assign an IP address to the IOLAN. See the
4, Getting Started on page 65 to find out how to assign an IP address to the IOLAN.
Once an IP address is assigned to the IOLAN, you can use any of the configuration methods to:
z Configure users.
z Configure IOLAN server parameters.
z Configure serial port parameters.
z Configure network parameters.
z Configure time parameters.
z Reboot the IOLAN.
z Manage the Perle Remote Power Switch (when applicable).
z Manage I/O channels (when applicable).
z View statistics while connected to the IOLAN.
Configuration Methods Chapter 3
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Configuration Methods Overview
Configuration Methods Overview
Some of the IOLAN configuration methods have the capability of configuring an IP address, which is
the first required configuration step for a new IOLAN. Once the IOLAN has been assigned an IP
address, any of the configuration methods can be used to configure the IOLAN.
Configures an IP Address
Following is a list of methods for setting the IOLAN IP address and a short explanation of when you
would want to use that method:
z Easy Config Wizard—The Easy Config Wizard is available from the CD ROM included with
your IOLAN. You can use the Easy Confi g Wizard to set the IOLAN’s IP address and configure
serial ports. This configuration method would typically be used when:
z All ports are to have the same configuration.
z Only the most commonly used profiles are required.
z Straightforward application with no advanced functionality required.
z Easy Config is installed on a Windows-based PC with local network access to the IOLAN.
z DeviceManager—Use this method when you can connect the IOLAN to the network and access
the IOLAN from a Windows
be used for IOLAN configuration and management. The DeviceManager can be used to assign
an IP address and perform the complete configuration and management of the IOLAN.
z Direct Connection—Use this method when you can connect to the IOLAN from a serial
terminal or from a computer running terminal emulation software over a serial port. Using this
method, you will need to configure and/or manage the IOLAN using either the Menu or CLI.
z DHCP/BOOTP—Use this method when you have a BOOTP or DHCP server running and you
can connect the IOLAN to your network. The IOLAN will automatically obtain an IP address
from a local network DHCP/BOOTP server when this service is enabled (it is disabled by
default). You can also configure certain IOLAN parameters that will be passed from the
DHCP/BOOTP server to the IOLAN when it boots up. Other configurators such as
DeviceManager, CLI, or Menu can be used to set this option, and obtain the initial IP address.
z ARP-Ping—Use this method when you can connect the IOLAN to the network and want to
assign a temporary IP address to the IOLAN by specifying an ARP entry from your PC and then
pinging it.
z IPv6 Network—When the IOLAN is connected to an IPv6 network, its local link address is
determined using stateless auto configuration.
Once an IP address has been assigned to the IOLAN, in most cases, you can continue to use the same
method if it is a configurator or you can switch to any other configuration method.
®
PC. The DeviceManager is a Windows-based application that can
Requires a Configured IP Address
The following configuration methods require that an IP address already be assigned to the IOLAN.
z WebManager—WebManager is a fully functional, browser-based configuration method.
z IOLAN+ Interface—The IOLAN+ interface is available on IOLAN models that are 1-16 ports
(this is not supported on DS1 and TS2 models) and uses the interface that is available on the
IOLAN+ product line.
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Easy Config Wizard
The Easy Config Wizard is a configuration wizard that will configure all the serial ports on your
IOLAN to one of the following:
z Console Management
z TruePort (Virt ual COM Port)
z TCP Sockets (Raw TCP)
z Terminal
z Printer (not supported on DS1/TS2 models)
z Serial Tunneling
You can launch the Easy Config Wizard from the Perle website or from the installation CD-ROM.
Easy Config Wizard
The Easy Config Wizard has been designed to walk you through the configuration process for any of
the available configuration options shown on the Welcome window.
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DeviceManager
Overview
The DeviceManager is a Windows-based application that can be used to connect to the IOLAN to
actively manage and configure it or can create new IOLAN configurations offline. See
Using DeviceManager and WebManager on page 73 for information on configuring/managing the
IOLAN with DeviceManager.
Access Platforms
The DeviceManager can be run from Windows 98/NT/2000/ME/Server 2003/XP/Server 2008/Vista.
DeviceManager can be installed from the product CD-ROM or downloaded from the Perle website.
Unless the IOLAN has already been configured with a Gateway, DeviceManager can only access
IOLANs in the local subnet. The DeviceManager can be accessed by only the admin user.
Unique Features
DeviceManager supports the following unique features:
z The ability to download the same configuration file to several IOLANs in one operation.
z The ability to save a configuration file locally in text format, in addition to the binary format.
z The ability to create a configuration file without being connected to the IOLAN.
z The ability to open a session to the IOLAN and download a (saved) configuration file to it.
z The ability to download/upload keys/certificates to/from the IOLAN.
z The ability to download custom files, such as new terminal definitions and a custom la nguage
files to the IOLAN.
Chapter 5,
Connecting to the IOLAN Using DeviceManager
Before you can use DeviceManager, you need to install it on your Windows operating system from
the IOLAN CD-ROM or you can download it from the Perle website. After the DeviceManager
application is installed, click
the application. When you launch the DeviceManager, it will scan the network for IOLANs:
Start, All Programs, Perle, DeviceManager, DeviceManager to start
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DeviceManager
All discovered IOLANs will be displayed on the list along with their name and IP address. When a
new IOLAN is discovered on the network, that has not yet been assigned an IP address, it will be
displayed with an IP Address of Not Configured. To configure the IP address, click on the IOLAN
and then click the
Assign IP button.
Choose the method you want to use to assign an IP address to the IOLAN:
z Type in the IP address that you want to assign to this IOLAN.
z Enable the Have the IOLAN automatically get a temporary IP Address option. This w ill turn
on DHCP/BOOTP, so the IOLAN will attempt to get its IP address from your DHCP/BOOTP
server. If you don’t have a DHCP/BOOTP server, DeviceManager will temporarily assign an IP
address in the range of
169.254.0.1-169.254.255.255 that will be used only for the duration
of the DeviceManager/IOLAN communication.
After you configure the IP address, click the Assign IP button.
The refreshed list will now display the assigned IP address for the new IOLAN. To connect to the
IOLAN, click the IOLAN entry and click
factory default password is
superuser).
OK. You will be asked to supply the Admin password (the
If you have a successful connection, the DeviceManager will retrieve the configuration and then
display the IOLAN’s System Information and you can begin configuring the IOLAN.
Note:
The DeviceManager does not automatically update the IOLAN’s configuration. You must
download the configuration changes to the IOLAN and then reboot the IOLAN to make the
configuration changes take effect.
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DeviceManager
Using DeviceManager
After you have successfully connected to the IOLAN, you will see the following window:
Navigation
Tree
Menu Options/Icons
Configuration/Info
Download Button
You navigate through the different configuration windows by selecting an option in the left-hand
navigation tree. If double-click on option that is next to a folder, more navigation are displayed when
you click on it:
Navigation Tabs
The Network folder contains two configuration options, IP Address and Advanced. Notice that
when the
Settings
IP Address option is selected, there are more navigation options in the form of the tabs, IP
and Advanced.
When you have completed all your configuration changes, click the Download Changes button to
download the configuration to the IOLAN. You must reboot the IOLAN to make th ose confi guration
changes take effect.
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WebManager
Overview
The WebManager is a web-browser based method of configuring/managing the IOLAN. It follows
the same design as the DeviceManager, so it is easy to switch between the WebManager and
DeviceManager when configuring your IOLAN. See
WebManager on page 73 for information on configuring/managing the IOLAN with DeviceManager.
Access Platforms
You can access the IOLAN through WebManager from any system that can run a web browser.
WebManager can be accessed by the admin user or any user who has Admin Level privileges.
Unique Features
WebManager supports the following unique features:
z The ability to open a session to the IOLAN and download a (saved) configuration file to it.
z The ability to download/upload keys/certificates to/from the IOLAN.
z The ability to download custom files, such as new terminal definitions and a custom la nguag e
files to the IOLAN.
z From WebManager, you can launch EasyPort Web, which can be used to:
z access clustered IOLANs
z access ports configured with the Console Server profile and launch an SSH or T elnet ses sion
to those console ports
z exercise power management capability (when using the Perle Remote Power Switch)
WebManager
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WebManager
Connecting to the IOLAN Using WebManager
Before you can connect to the IOLAN using WebManager, the IOLAN must already be configured
with a known IP address; see
IOLAN.
To connect to the IOLAN through the WebManager:
1. Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the IOLAN that you want to
manage/configure and press
2. If you successfully connect to the IOLAN, a login screen will appear.
Setting Up the Network on page 66 to configure an IP address on your
Enter; for example: http://123.123.123.123.
3. If you are accessing the IOLAN in non-secure HTTP, just type in the Admin password (the
factory default password is
access mode (HTTPS), select the
superuser) If the IOLAN has already been configured for secure
For a Secure Login Click Here link and then type in the
Admin password.
Note:
The secure HTTP (HTTPS) mode requires that the SSL Passphrase is already defined
in the IOLAN configuration and the SSL/TLS certificate/private key and CA list must
have already been downloaded to the IOLAN; see
Keys and Certificates on page 232 for
more information.
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Using WebManager
After you have successfully logged into WebManager, you will see the following:
Navigation
Tree
WebManager
System
Information
You navigate through the different configuration windows by selecting an option in the left-hand
navigation tree. When you click on an option that is under a folder, more navigation options are
displayed:
Navigation Tabs
The Network folder contains two configuration options, IP Address and Advanced. Notice that
when the
Settings
IP Address option is selected, there are more navigation options in the form of the tabs, IP
and Advanced.
Remember that in the WebManager, it is necessary to press the Apply button to save your changes.
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Command Line Interface
Command Line Interface
Overview
The Command Line Interface (CLI) is a command line option for IOLAN configuration/management.
See the Command Line Interface Reference Guide for a full breakdown of all the CLI commands and
their functionality.
Access Platforms
The CLI is accessed by any application that supports a Telnet or SSH session to the IOLAN’s IP
address, such as Putty, SecureCRT, or from a command prompt. You can also access the CLI from a
dumb terminal or PC connected to a serial port.
Unique Features
The CLI supports the following unique features:
z You can access the IOLAN from any application that supports Telnet or SSH.
z Ability to clear the ARP table (cache).
z For existing IOLAN+ customers, the native IOLAN+ CLI to be used by entering the iolan+
command. See your IOLAN User’s Guide for information on using the IOLAN+ CLI.
Note:
The IOLAN+ CLI is not supported on IOLAN models with more than 16 ports or the
DS1/TS2 model.
Connecting to the IOLAN Using the CLI
There are two ways you can access the IOLAN, through the network (Ethernet connection) or
through the serial connection. If you are accessing the IOLAN through the network, the IOLAN must
already have a known IP address configured; see
Address on page 67 getting started for information on configuring an IP address.
Through the Network
To connect to the IOLAN through the network to configure/manage it using the CLI, do the
following:
1. Start a Telnet or SSH session to the IOLAN’s IP address; for example:
telnet 10.10.201.100
2. You will get a Login: prompt. You can login as the admin user or as a user with Admin Level
rights. If the login is successful, you will get a prompt that displays the IOLAN model and
number of ports:
Login: admin
Password:
SDS2#
Using a Direct Serial Connection to Specify an IP
You will see a prompt that displays the model and number of the IOLAN. You are now ready to
start configuring/managing your IOLAN using the CLI.
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Through the Serial Port
To connect to the IOLAN through the serial port to configure/manage it using the CLI (or Menu ), see
Using a Direct Serial Connection to Specify an IP Address on page 67.
After you have established a connection to the IOLAN, you will get a Login: prompt. You can login
as the admin user or as a user with Admin Level rights. If the login is successful, you will get a
prompt that displays the IOLAN model and number of ports:
Login: admin
Password:
SDS2#
You will see a prompt that disp lays the model and number of the IOLAN. You are now ready to start
configuring/managing your IOLAN using the CLI
Using the CLI
After you have successfully logged in, you can start configuring/managing the IOLAN by typing in
commands at the prompt. If you are not sure what commands are available, you can type a
(question mark) at any time during a command to see your options.
See the Command Line Interface Reference Guide for more information about the CLI.
Menu
?
Menu
Overview
The Menu is a graphical representation of the CLI. You can look up Menu parameter explanations in
the Command Line Interface Reference Guide. The only operations that the Menu does not support
are the downloading and uploading of files to/from the IOLAN.
Access Platforms
The Menu is accessed by any application that supports a Telnet or SSH session to the IOLAN’s
IP address, such as Putty, SecureCRT, or from a command prompt. You can also access the Menu
from a dumb terminal or PC connected to a serial port.
Unique Features
The Menu supports the following unique features:
z You can access the IOLAN from any application that supports Telnet or SSH.
z For existing IOLAN+ customers, the native IOLAN+ menu interface can be used by entering the
iolan+ command to display and use the native IOLAN+ menu interface. See your IOLAN
User’s Guide for information on using the IOLAN+ interface. See
59 for more information about IOLAN+ interface.
Connecting to the IOLAN Using the Menu
To connect the IOLAN using the Menu, follow the directions for Connecting to the IOLAN Using
the CLI on page 52.
IOLAN+ Interface on page
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Menu
Using the Menu
After you have successfully logged in, type screen at the prompt and press Enter. You will be asked
to enter a terminal type, and then you will see the following Menu:
To navigate through the Menu options, do the following:
1. Highlight a Menu option by using the keyboard up and down arrows to navigate the list.
2. When the Menu item you want to access is highlighted, press the Enter key to either get to the
next list of options or to get the configuration screen, depending on what you select.
3. When you are done configuring parameters in a screen, press the Enter key and then the Enter
key again to
4. If you want to discard your changes, press the Esc key to exit a screen, at whi c h point you will
be prompted with
return to the screen so you can press
5. If there are a number of predefined options available for a field, you can scroll through those
items by pressing the
up/down arrows to highlight the option you want, and then press
Accept and exit the form.
Changes will be lost, proceed? (y/n), type y to discard your changes or n to
Enter to submit your changes.
Space Bar or you can type l (lowercase L) to get a list of options, use the
Enter to select it.
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DHCP/BOOTP
Overview
Several IOLAN parameters can be configured through a DHCP/BOOTP server during the IOLAN
bootup. This is particularly useful for configuring multiple IOLANs.
Not all configuration parameters are supported in the DHCP/BOOTP configuration (see
DHCP/BOOTP Parameters on page 56 for supported configuration parameters), so you will need to
use another configuration method, such as DeviceManager, WebManager or CLI, to complete the
configuration.
Unique Features
DHCP/BOOTP supports the following unique features:
z DHCP/BOOTP can supply the IOLAN’s IP address.
z The DHCP/BOOTP server can configure certain server and user configuration parameters when
the IOLAN is booted.
z The DHCP/BOOTP server can auto-configure the IOLAN with basic setup information (IP
address, subnet/prefix bits, etc.).
z The DHCP/BOOTP server can download a new version of firmware when the IOLAN is
rebooted.
z The DHCP/BOOTP server can download a full configuration file when the IOLAN is rebooted.
DHCP/BOOTP
Connecting to the IOLAN Using DHCP/BOOTP
The IOLAN will automatically request an IP address from the DCHP/BOOTP server when the
Obtain IP address automatically using DHCP/BOOTP parameter is enabled. To enable the Obtain
IP address automatically using DHCP/BOOTP
Serial Connection to Enable BOOTP/DHCP on page 68.
parameter, follow the directions in Using a Direct
Using DHCP/BOOTP
To use DHCP/BOOTP, edit the bootp file with IOLAN configuration parameters. You can use
DHCP/BOOTP to perform the following actions on a single or multiple IOLANs on bootup:
z auto-configure with minimal information; for example, only an IP address
z auto-configure with basic setup information (IP address, subnet/prefix bits, etc.)
z download a new version of firmware
z download a full configuration file
DHCP/BOOTP is particularly useful for multiple installations: you can do all the IOLANs’
configuration in one DHCP/BOOTP file, rather than configure each IOLAN manually. Another
advantage of DHCP/BOOTP is that you can connect the IOLAN to the network, turn on its power
and let autoconfiguration take place. All the configuration is carried out for you during the
DHCP/BOOTP process.
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DHCP/BOOTP Parameters
The following parameters can be set in the DHCP/BOOTP bootp file:
z SW_FILE—The full path, pre-fixed by hostname/IP address (IPv4 or IPv6), and file name of the
firmware update.
z CONFIG_FILE—The full path, pre-fixed by hostname/IP address (IPv4 or IPv6), and file name
of the configuration file.
z GUI_ACCESS—Access to the IOLAN from the HTTP or HTTPS W ebManager. Values are on
or
off.
z AUTH_TYPE—The authentication method(s) employed by the IOLAN for all users. You can
specify the primary and secondary authentication servers, separated by a comma. This uses the
following numeric values for the authentication methods.
–0—None (only valid for secondary authentication)
–1—Local
–2—RADIUS
–3—Kerberos
–4—LDAP
–5—TACACS+
–6—SECURID
–7—NIS
z SECURITY—Restricts IOLAN access to devices listed in the IOLAN’s host table. Values are
yes or no.
z TFTP_RETRY—The number of TFTP retries before aborting. This is a numeric value, for
example, 5.
z TFTP_TMOUT—The time, in seconds, before retrying a TFTP download/upload. This is a
numeric value, for example, 3.
z CUSTOM_LANG—The full path, pre-fixed by a hostname/IP address (IPv4 or IPv6), and file
name of a translated language file. For example,
192.101.34.211 /accounting/Iolan_ds_german.txt.
z EXTRA_TERM1—(EXTRA_TERM2, EXTRA_TERM3) The full path, pre-fixed by a
hostname/IP address (IPv4 or IPv6), and file name of a termcap file for a specific terminal type.
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SNMP
Overview
The IOLAN supports configuration and management through SNMP. SNMP Management tools
(SNMP client/MIB browser software) can be used to set IOLAN configuration parameters and/or
view IOLAN statistics.
Before you can configure/manage the IOLAN using SNMP, you need to set the IOLAN IP address
and configure a read-write user for SNMP version 3 or a community for SNMP version 1 or 2. You
can use DeviceManager, CLI, or the Menu to set the IP address and user/community (don’t forget to
reboot the IOLAN before connecting with the SNMP manager to make your changes take effect).
Access Platforms
You can access the IOLAN SNMP MIB from any system that runs your SNMP client/MIB browser
software.
Unique Features
SNMP supports the following unique features:
z You can configure SNMP traps.
z Since not all versions of SNMP support secure communication, password parameters must be set
using another configuration method.
SNMP
Connecting to the IOLAN Using SNMP
Before you can connect to the IOLAN through an SNMP Management tool or MIB browser, you
need to set the following components through another configuration method.
1. Configure a known IP address on the IOLAN.
2. Configure a read-write user for SNMP version 3 or a community for SNMP version 1 or 2 on the
IOLAN.
3. Reboot the IOLAN to make sure the changes take effect.
To connect to the IOLAN through an SNMP Management tool or MIB browser, do the following:
1. Load the perle-sds.MIB file from the IOLAN CD-ROM or Perle website into your SNMP
manager (this MIB works for all SDS, SCS, and STS models).
Note:
2. Verify that the read-write user for SNMP version 3 or a community for SNMP version 1 or 2
match the configuration on the IOLAN.
3. Type in the IOLAN’s IP address and connect to the IOLAN.
You are now ready to start configuring the IOLAN using SNMP.
You need to have the following MIBs installed in your SNMP manager (th e se are
usually part of the standard SNMP client/MIB browser):
z SNMPv2-SMI
z SNMPv2-TC
z IPV6-TC
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Using the SNMP MIB
After you have successfully connected to the IOLAN through your SNMP Management tool or MIB
browser, expand the
an example of the configurable parameters under the
The first variable in each folder is the Status variable, for example, serviceStatus. When you
perform a
z 1—Indicates that the container folder is active with no changes.
z 2—Indicates that the container folder is active with change(s).
Once you have completed setting the variables in a folder, you will want to submit your changes to
the IOLAN. To do this, set the
variable to
z 4—Indicates that the changes in the container folder are to be submitted to the IOLAN.
z 6—Indicates that the changes in the container folder are to be discarded.
If you want to save all the changes that have been submitted to the IOLAN, you need to expand the
adminInfo container folder and SET the adminFunction to 1 to write to FLASH. To make the
configuration changes take effect,
GET on this variable, one of the following values will be returned:
6.
PERLE-IOLAN-SDS-MIB folder to see the IOLAN’s parameter folders. Below is
ServicesInfo folder.
Status variable to 4. If you want to discard the changes, set the Status
SET the adminFunction to 3 to reboot the IOLAN.
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IOLAN+ Interface
Overview
For environments that have both IOLAN and IOLAN+ models or fo r users who prefer to configu re
using the IOLAN+ Menu or CLI, the IOLAN+ user interface is available. The IOLAN+ interface is
supported on all IOLAN SDS, SCS, and STS models up to and including 16 serial ports.
Access Platforms
The Menu is accessed by any application that supports a Telnet or SSH session to the IOLAN’s
IP address, such as Putty, SecureCRT, or from a command prompt. You can also access the Menu
from a dumb terminal or PC connected to a serial port.
Connecting to the IOLAN to Use the IOLAN+ Interface
To connect the IOLAN to using the IOLAN+ interface, follow the directions for Connecting to the
IOLAN Using the CLI on page 52.
Using the IOLAN+ Interface
After you have successfully logged in to the IOLAN, you can type iolan+ at the CLI command
prompt to access the IOLAN+ configuration menu (you must have
User Level Normal or Admin).
IOLAN+ Interface
Note:
If you choose to use the IOLAN+ configuration interface, you should always configure the IOLAN
using the IOLAN+ interface. The IOLAN/IOLAN+ fields do not map directly between the two
interfaces. If you configure a field in the IOLAN configuration interface to a value that is invalid in
the IOLAN+ interface and then attempt to use the IOLAN+ interface, the invalid field value will
show up as ****** (all asterisks), although the IOLAN will interpret the value as valid.
The IOLAN and the IOLAN+ admin user share the same password. The default admin
password is
superuser (not iolan).
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Changes to the IOLAN+ Interface
You should be aware that the following IOLAN+ configuration fields are no longer supported:
z You no longer have the option of selecting access, Authentication/Logging. Also, kill, reboot,
and
stats are not available.
z When you select port, the following fields are not available on the Port Setup Menu:
** Administrator ** PORT SETUP MENU REMOTE-ADMIN
Hardware Flow ctrl Keys
Speed [9600 ] Flow ctrl [None ] Hot [^A] Intr [^C]
Parity [None ] Input Flow [Enabled ] Quit [^]] Kill [^\]
Bit [8] Output Flow [Enabled ] Del [^H] Sess N/A
Stop [1 ] Echo [^E]
Break [Disabled] IP Addresses
Monitor DSR [No ] Src [ ] Mask [ ]
Monitor DCD [No ] Dst [ ]
Interface [EIA-232] Access
User Options Access [Local ]
Name [abcd ] Keepalive [No ] UDP Retries N/A
Terminal type [dumb ] Rlogin/Telnet N/A Retry Interval N/A
TERM [ ] Debug options N/A Authentication N/A
Video pages [5] Map CR to CR LF [No ] Mode [Raw ]
CLI/Menu [CLI ] Hex data N/A Connection [None ]
Reset Term [No ] Secure N/A Host [ ]
MOTD [Yes ] Remote Port [0 ]
Local Port [10001]
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z User, Name—only when using LPD/LPR, Name no longer is used as the queue name
z Options, Rlogin/Telnet
z Options, Debug options
z Options, Hex data
z Options, Secure
z Keys, Sess
z Access, UDP Retries
z Access, Retry Interval
z Access, Authentication
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z When you select line, Access, the following fields are not available on the Access Menu:
** Administrator ** ACCESS MENU REMOTE-ADMIN
TTY Name Access Authentication Mode UDP Retries Interval
1 [abcd ] [Local ] N/A [Raw ] N/A N/A
2 [abcdef ] [Local ] N/A [Raw ] N/A N/A
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z Authentication
z UDP Retries
z Interval
z When you select line, Options, the following fields are not available on the Options Menu:
** Administrator ** OPTIONS MENU REMOTE-ADMIN
TTY Opt CR HEX Rlogin/Telnet Keepalive
1 N/A [No ] N/A N/A [No ]
2 N/A [No ] N/A N/A [No ]
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z Opt
z HEX
z Rlogin/Telnet
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z When you select access, Remote access sites., the following fields are not available on the
Remote Access Systems Screen:
** Administrator ** REMOTE ACCESS SYSTEMS SCREEN REMOTE-ADMIN
Sitename [ ]
User name [ ]
Password [ ]
Device type ( )
Service type N/A
Inactivity N/A
Phone number [ ]
Login-script N/A
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z Service type
z Inactivity
z Login-script
z When you select access, Remote site devices., the following fields are not available on the
Remote Site Device Screen:
** Administrator ** REMOTE SITE DEVICES SCREEN REMOTE-ADMIN
Type [ ]
IP Addresses
Src Addr N/A
Dst Addr N/A
Modem
Config [ ]
Dial Comm N/A
Hang Up N/A
PPP Configuration Dialer Configuration
Restart timer [3 ] Dial Timeout [45]
Max Retries [10] Dial Retries [2 ]
Inactivity [0 ]
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z IP Address, Src Address
z IP Address, Dst Address
z Modem, Dial Comm
z Modem, Hang Up
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When you select server, the following fields are not available on the Server Configuration menu:
** Administrator ** SERVER CONFIGURATION REMOTE-ADMIN
Name [wchiewsds2 ] Debug mode N/A
IP address [172.16.22.7 ]
Subnet mask [255.255.0.0 ]
Ethernet address (00:80:d4:88:88:88) Ethernet speed [AUTO ]
Language [English ]
Identification [ ]
Lock [Disabled]
Password limit [3 ]
CR to initiate N/A
SNAP encoding N/A
Boot host [ ] Boot diagnostics N/A
Boot file [ ]
Init file [ ]
MOTD file [ ]
Domain name [ ]
Name server [ ] NS Port N/A
WINS server [ ]
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z Debug mode
z CR to initiate
z SNAP encoding
z Boot diagnostics
z NS Port
A new parameter was added, Interface, to the to Port Setup Menu, to specify whether you are setting
up the serial line as a EIA-232 or EIA-422 line.
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Getting Started Chapter 4
4
Introduction
There are several different configuration methods available to configure the IOLAN (see Chapter 3,
Configuration Methods on page 43 for more information). This chapter describes the three main
minimal configuration requirements for the IOLAN through either Easy Config Wizard (cannot
configure users using this method), DeviceManager, or WebManager:
1. Setting up the network—This minimal ly consists of configuring an IP address or enabling
DHCP/BOOTP. Once the IOLAN has an IP address, you can use any configuration method.
2. Setting up the serial ports—You will want to select the serial port profile that matches the serial
port requirement/scenario for your serial device.
3. Setting up users—This is an optional step, which is only required when your implementation
requires users to access the IOLAN and you are not using external authentication.
Easy Configuration Wizard
The Easy Config Wizard quickly sets up the IOLAN’s network configuration and all serial ports to
one of the following:
z Console Management—Allows users on the network to connect to a serial device that is
connected to a serial port on the IOLAN.
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z TruePort (Virtual COM Port)—Allows a networked system to communicate with your serial
device through a virtual COM or TTY port, using the Perle TruePort software.
z TCP Sockets (Raw TCP)—Allows hosts on the network to communicate with a serial device
that requires raw data throughput (such as a printer or card reader) connected to the IOLAN
serial port.
z Terminal—Allows a terminal device to connect to a specified host on the network through a
serial port on the IOLAN.
z Printer—Allows hosts on the network to talk to a printer using LPD connected to the IOLAN.
z Serial Tunneling—Allows IOLANs on the netwo rk to establish a virtual link bet ween their
serial ports. Typically, one IOLAN’s serial port is configured as a Tunnel Server and the other
IOLAN’s serial port is configured as a Tu nnel Client.
Setting Up the Network
The most important part of setting up the network is assigning an IP address to the IOLAN, whether
this is a static IP address or enabling a DHCP/BOOTP-assigned IP address. You should also assign a
name to the IOLAN, to make it easier to recognize. This section deals primarily with setting the IP
address.
Using DeviceManager
To use the DeviceManager, you must first install it on a Windows operating system. The
DeviceManager is able to automatically discover all IOLANs on your local network, even if they
have not yet been assigned an IP address. If routers on the network have been setup to propagate
multicasts, DeviceManager will also be able to discover IOLANs in other networks. The
DeviceManager installation wizard can be found on the CD-ROM included in the IOLAN package.
1. Connect the IOLAN to the network.
2. Power on the IOLAN.
3. From the CD-ROM that was included in the IOLAN packaging, select the DeviceManager link.
4. Click on the link under Location and click Open to automatically start the DeviceManager
installation.
5. Install the DeviceManager by following the installation wizard. On the last window, check the
Yes, I want to launch DeviceManager now. box and click the Finish button.
6. When you launch the DeviceManager, it will automatically scan the local network and display
any IOLANs that it can find.
7. Any IOLAN that does not have an IP address will be displayed as Not Configured, with the
Model and MAC Address to identify the IOLAN. Highlight the IOLAN that you want to assign
an IP address to and click the
8. Choose the method you want to use to assign an IP address to the IOLAN:
z Type in the IP address that you want to assign to this IOLAN.
z Enable the Have the IOLAN automatically get a temporary IP address option. This will
turn on DHCP/BOOTP, so the IOLAN will attempt to get its IP address from your
DHCP/BOOTP server. If you don’t have a DHCP/BOOTP server, DeviceManager will
temporarily assign an IP address in the range of
be used only for the duration of the DeviceManager/IOLAN communication.
Click the Assign IP button.
9. You are now ready to configure the IOLAN. Double-click the IOLAN you just configured IP
address for to open a configuration session. Type
password) in the Login window and click
Assign IP button.
169.254.0.1-169.254.255.255 that will
superuser (the factory default Admin user
OK.
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10. Expand the Server Configuration folder and select Server. Verify the IP address configuration.
You should also enter a name in the
11. To make your edits take effect, you need to download the new configuration file and th en re boot
the IOLAN. Download the configuration file to the IOLAN by selecting
Configuration to Unit
12. Reboot the IOLAN by selecting Tools, Reboot Server or click the Reboot IOLAN button.
For more information on configuring the IOLAN using DeviceManager, see Chapter 5, Using
DeviceManager and WebManager on page 73.
Using WebManager
To use the WebManager as your configurator, you must first assign an IP address to the IOLAN. You
can use the Easy Config Wizard to assign an IP address to the IOLAN or any of the other methods
described in this section. Once the IP address is assigned to the IOLAN, simply type the IP address
into the
Using a Direct Serial Connection to Specify an IP Address
You can connect to the IOLAN’s serial console port using a PC with a terminal emulation package,
such as HyperTerminal or a terminal.
1. Connect the IOLAN to your PC or dumb terminal. Make sure the DIP switch is in Console mode
2. Using a PC emulation application, such as HyperTerminal, or from a dumb terminal, set the Port
3. When prompted, type admin for the User and superuser for the Password. Y ou should now see
4. You are now logged into the IOLAN and can set the IP address by typing from the command line
Address field of your web browser and press the Enter key.
(desktop models, this sets the IOLAN serial port 1 to EIA-232) or that you are connected to the
dedicated Console port (rack mount models). When connecting a terminal or PC directly
(without modems), the EIA-232 signals need to be crossed over (‘null modem’ cable). See
Appendix D, EIA-232 Cabling Diagrams on page 356 for cabling diagrams.
settings to 9600 Baud, 8 Data bits, No Parity, 1 Stop Bits, and No Hardware Flow control to
connect to the IOLAN. You can change these settings for future connections on the rack mount
models (the IOLAN must be rebooted for these changes to take place).
the a prompt that displays the model type and port number; for example,
using the Command Line Interface (CLI).
For single Ethernet connection models, type:
set server internet <ipv4address>
Setting Up the Network
Server Name field to make the IOLAN easily identifiable.
Tools, Download
or click the Download All Changes button.
SCS16#.
For dual Ethernet connection (SCS) models, type:
set server internet eth1 <ipv4address>
Where ipv4address is the IP Address being assigned to the IOLAN.
5. T ype the following command:
save
6. If you are going to use another configuration method, such as WebManager or DeviceManager,
unplug a desktop IOLAN or turn Off a rack mount IOLAN. On a desktop IOLAN, change the
DIP switch to Off Serial (DIP switch in the up position) and connect it to your serial device. Plug
the IOLAN back in, automatically rebooting the IOLAN in the process.
7. If you want to complete the configuration using a direct connection, see Command Line
Interface on page 52 and/or Menu on page 53. After you complete configuring the IOLAN,
unplug the IOLAN. If this is a desktop model, change the IOLAN DIP switch to Off Serial (DIP
switch in the up position) and connect it to your serial device. Plug the IOLAN back in,
automatically rebooting the IOLAN in the process.
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Using a Direct Serial Connection to Enable BOOTP/DHCP
If you are using BOOTP, you need to add an entry in the BOOTP server for the IOLAN that
associates the MAC address (found on the back of the IOLAN) and the IP address that you want to
assign to the IOLAN. After you have made the MAC address/IP address association for BOOTP, use
the following directions for BOOTP or DHCP.
You can connect to the IOLAN using a PC with a terminal emulation package, such as
HyperTerminal or a dumb terminal.
1. Connect the IOLAN to your PC or dumb terminal. Make sure the DIP switch is in Console mode
2. Using a PC emulation application, such as HyperTerminal, or from a dumb terminal, set the Port
3. When prompted, type admin for the User and superuser for the Password. Y ou should now see
4. You are now logged into the IOLAN and can set the IP address by typing from the command line
(desktop models, this sets the IOLAN serial port to EIA-232) or that you are connected to the
dedicated Console port (rack mount models). When connecting a terminal or PC directly
(without modems), the EIA-232 signals need to be crossed over (‘null modem’ cable). See
Appendix D, EIA-232 Cabling Diagrams on page 356 for cabling diagrams.
settings to 9600 Baud, 8 Data bits, No Parity, 1 Stop Bits, and No Hardware Flow control to
connect to the IOLAN. You can change these settings for future connections on the rack mount
models (the IOLAN must be rebooted for these changes to take place).
the a prompt that displays the model type and port number; for example,
SCS16#.
using the Command Line Interface (CLI). Type the following command:
set server internet dhcp/bootp on
5. T ype the following command:
save
6. T ype the following command:
reboot
7. When the IOLAN reboots, it will automatically poll for an IP address from the DHCP/BOOTP
server. If the IOLAN has dual Ethernet, each Ethernet connection will automatically be assigned
an IP address, you can access the IOLAN through either IP address.
8. To view the DHCP/BOOTP assigned IP address, type the following command:
show interface ethernet
If for some reason it cannot obtain an IP address from your DHCP/BOOTP server, you will have to
either reconnect to the IOLAN on the console port and reboot it or push the Reset to Factory button to
access the IOLAN.
You are now ready to configure the IOLAN. See Chapter 3, Configuration Methods on page 43 for
information on the different IOLAN configuration methods.
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Using ARP-Ping
You can use the ARP-Ping (Address Resolution Protocol) method to temporarily assign an IP address
and connect to your IOLAN to assign a permanent IP address. To use ARP-Ping to temporarily assign
an IP address:
1. From a local UNIX/Linux host, type the following at the system command shell prompt:
arp -s a.b.c.d aa:bb:cc:dd:ee:ff
On a Windows® 98 or newer system, type the following at the command prompt:
arp -s a.b.c.d aa-bb-cc-dd-ee-ff
(where a.b.c.d is the IPv4 address you want to temporarily assign to the IOLAN, and
aa:bb:cc:dd:ee:ff is the Ethernet (MAC) address of IOLAN (found on the back of the unit).
2. Whether you use UNIX or Windows®, you are now ready to ping to the IOLAN. Here is a UNIX
example of the sequence to use:
arp -s 192.168.209.8 00:80:d4:00:33:4e
ping 192.168.209.8
From the ping command issued in step 2, the IOLAN will pickup and use the IP address entered into
the ARP table in step 1. You are now ready to configure the IOLAN. See
Methods on page 43 for information on the different IOLAN configuration methods.
Setting Up the Network
Chapter 3, Configuration
For an IPv6 Network
The IOLAN has a factory default link local IPv6 address based upon its MAC Address. For example,
the link local address is:
IOLAN MAC Address: 00-80-D4-AB-CD-EF
Link Local Address: fe80::0280:D4ff:feAB:CDEF
By default, the IOLAN will listen for IPV6 router advertisements to obtain additional IPV6
addresses. No configuration is required, however, you can manually configure IPV6 addresses and
network settings; see
configuration options.
You are now ready to configure the IOLAN. See Chapter 3, Configuration Methods on page 43 for
information on the different IOLAN configuration methods.
Chapter 6, Network Settings on page 81 for mor e information on IPv6
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Setting Up the Serial Port(s)
The DeviceManager and WebManager have the following serial port profiles that will simplify serial
port setup:
z Console Management—The Console Management profile configures a serial port to provide
network access to a console or administrative port. This profile sets up a serial port to support a
TCP socket that listens for a Telnet or SSH conn ectio n from th e network.
z TruePort—The TruePort profile configures a serial port to connect network servers or
workstations running the TruePort software to a serial device as a virtual COM port. This profile
is ideal for connecting multiple serial ports to a network system or server.
z TCP Sockets—The TCP Sockets profile configures a serial port to allow a serial device to
communicate over a TCP network. The TCP connection can be configured to be initiated from
the network, a serial device connected to the serial port, or both. This is sometimes referred to as
a raw connection or a TCP raw connection.
z UDP Sockets—The UDP Sockets profile configures a serial port to allow communication
between the network and serial devices connected to the IOLAN using the UDP protocol.
z Terminal—The Terminal profile configures a serial port to allow network access from a terminal
connected to the IOLAN’s serial port. This profile is used to access predefined hosts on the
network from the terminal.
z Printer—The Printer profile configures a serial port to support a serial printer that can be
accessed by the network.
z Serial Tunneling—The Serial Tunneling profile configures a serial port to establish a virtual link
over the network to a serial port on another IOLAN. Both IOLAN serial ports must be
configured for Serial Tunneling (typically one serial port is configured as a Tunnel Server and
the other serial port as a Tunnel Client).
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z Virtual Modem—The Virtual Modem (Vmodem) profile configures a serial port to simulate a
modem. When the serial device connected to the IOLAN initiates a modem connection, the
IOLAN starts up a TCP connection to another IOLAN configured with a Virtual Modem serial
port or to a host running a TCP application.
z Control Signal I/O—The Control Signal I/O profile enables the use of the EIA-232 serial port
signal pins to be used as assigned Digital Inputs or Digital Outputs.
z Modbus Gateway—The Modbus Gateway profile configures a serial port to act as a Modbus
Master Gateway or a Modbus Slave Gateway.
z Power Management—The Power Management profile configures a serial port to communicate
with a Remote Power Switch’s (RPS) administration port. This allows network access to the RPS
and permits access to statistics and control of the RPS’s power plugs.
z Remote Access (PPP)—The Remote Access (PPP) profile configures a serial port to allow a
remote user to establish a PPP connection to the IOLAN’s serial port. This is typically used with
a modem for dial-in or dial-out access to the network.
z Remote Access (SLIP)—The Remote Access (SLIP) profile configures a serial port to allow a
remote user to establish a SLIP connection to the IOLAN’s serial port. This is typically used with
a modem for dial-in or dial-out access to the network.
z Custom Application/Plugin—The Custom Application/Plugin profile configures a serial port to
run a custom application or IOLAN plugin. After you download the custom application files and
specify the application name and any parameters you want to pass to it, the IOLAN will execute
the application when the serial port is started.
Each serial port profile contains all the parameters that are required to completely configure the serial
port scenario represented by the profile.
To select a serial port profile in the DeviceManager, connect through the DeviceManager to the
IOLAN you are configuring and select
serial port you want to configure and then click
Serial, Serial Ports in the navigation pane. Highlight the
Edit.
When the default serial port profile Terminal displays, click the Change Profile button and select the
appropriate profile for the serial port. See
Chapter 7, Configuring Serial Ports on page 103 for more
information on the serial port profiles and their configuration parameters.
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Setting Up Users
Setting Up Users
When you have a user who is accessing a device connected to a serial port from the network or who
is accessing the network from a device connected to a serial port through the IOLAN, you can create
a user account and configure the user’s access privileges. Notice that there is a Default user; the
Default user’s parameters are inherited by users logging into the IOLAN who are being authenticate d
by an external authentication method (see
accessing the IOLAN as a Guest (see Local on page 205 for more information).
To add a user account, click on the Users page in the navigation pane.
Authentication on page 203 for more information) or are
Click the Add button to create a user account.
To quickly add a user, fill out the field in the General tab and click OK.
See Chapter 8, Configuring Users on page 191 for more information about the other user parameters
you can configure.
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Using DeviceManager
5
Introduction
The DeviceManager and WebManager IOLAN managers have been designed to be very similar to
use. DeviceManager is a Windows-based application and WebManager is a browser-based
application. Both options use the IOLAN’s IP address to access the IOLAN; the DeviceManager can
be used to assign an IP address to a new IOLAN and the WebManager requires that the IOLAN
already have an IP address before it can be used to configure the IOLAN.
When using WebManager, you are required to click the Apply button each time you make a change
to a configuration window/tab. In DeviceManager, you must download your configuration changes to
the IOLAN either periodically or after you are done with the configuration changes. From both
managers you must reboot the IOLAN in order for you configuration changes to take effect.
and WebManager Chapter 5
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Navigating DeviceManager/WebManager
Navigating DeviceManager/WebManager
The DeviceManager and WebManager have very similar navigation methods. The left-hand side of
the manager is the navigation tree and the center is the configuration area. The DeviceManager has
menu and quick access buttons, whereas the WebManager has system information and some
navigation options on the far right-hand side.
DeviceManager
The DeviceManager uses a folder/page navigation tree. You can expand the folders to see the
available configuration pages. When you access a configuration page, you can often navigate the tabs
in the configuration area to access all of the configuration options.
Menu/Quick Access Buttons
Navigation Tree
Configuration Area
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WebManager
The WebManager uses a expandable/collapsible buttons with folders and pages for the navigation
tree. You can expand the buttons to view the folders and pages to see the available configuration
options. When you access a configuration page, you can often navigate the tabs in the configuration
area to access all of the configuration options.
Navigating DeviceManager/WebManager
Navigation
Tree
Configuration Area
EasyPort Web
WebManager also launches EasyPort Web , which is a browser-based management tool that can be
used to manage clustered IOLANs, Remote Power Switches (RPSs), power plugs, and I/O channels
(available only when an I/O model is accessed). EasyPort Web can also be launched by any user who
can connect to the IOLAN through a web browser.
System Info/
Navigation
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Using DeviceManager to Connect to the IOLAN
Using DeviceManager to Connect to the IOLAN
DeviceManager can connect to existing IOLANs or assign an IP address to a new IOLAN. Whenever
you connect to the IOLAN through the DeviceManager, you connect as the Admin user and must
supply the password for the Admin user.
Starting a New Session
To start a new session and connect to the IOLAN using the DeviceManager:
1. Start the DeviceManager by selecting Start, All Programs, Perle, DeviceManager,
DeviceManager.
2. When the DeviceManager starts, it searches the network for IOLANs.
Note:
If your IOLAN is not in the local network and you do not have a multicast enabled router in your
network and therefore is not displayed in the selectable list, but can be pinged from your PC, you
can add it to the selectable list by clicking the
Click the Add button and type in the IOLAN’s IP address; this field supports IPv4 and IPv6
addresses. Click the
the manually added server to connect to it.
If you are not seeing IPv6 addresses in the list (you must expand the entry), see IPv6
Issues on page 400 to find out how to install IPv6 support.
Add button.
Close button when you have completed adding all the manual entries. Select
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Assigning a Temporary IP Address to a New IOLAN
You can temporarily assign an IP address to the IOLAN that is connected to your local network
segment, for the purpose of connecting to it and downloading a configuration file (containing a
permanent IP address). To temporarily assign an IP address to the IOLAN, do the following:
1. Click the Refresh button. The IOLAN will be displayed in the IP Address column as Not
Configured
2. Select the new IOLAN and click the Assign IP button. The following window is displayed:
.
Version 3.1 or lower
Version 3.2 or higher
3. Type a valid temporary IP address into the address field or, in version 3.2 or higher, enable the
Have the IOLAN automatically get a temporary IP address. If you enable the temporary IP
address, the IOLAN will enable DHCP/BOOTP on your IOLAN and attempt to get an IP address
from the DHCP/BOOTP server (this will permanently enable DHCP/BOOTP in your IOLAN’s
configuration, until you change it). If your network does not have a DHCP/BOOTP server, the
IOLAN will temporarily assign an IP address in the range of
169.254.0.1-169.254.255.255
(this IP address is only assigned for the duration of the DeviceManager/IOLAN connection).
4. Click the Assign IP button.
5. Double-click the IOLAN in the IOLAN List. If this is the first time you are accessing the
IOLAN, type in the factory default Admin password,
superuser, and click OK. The
DeviceManager will display a window indicating that it is trying to authenticate and connect you
on the IOLAN.
6. If the authentication and connection are successful, the Server Info window is displayed. You are
now ready to configure the IOLAN. If authentication was unsuccessful, try to connect to the
IOLAN again; you probably mistyped the password for the Admin user.
For more information about managing the IOLAN, see Configuration Files on page 79 .
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Adding/Deleting Manual IOLANs
To permanently add/delete the IOLAN to/from the IOLAN List, click the Add button. The following
window is displayed:
To permanently add the IOLAN to the IOLAN list, click the Add button and typ e in the IPv4 or IPv6
address of the IOLAN. To permanently delete the IOLAN from the
IP address and click the
Delete button.
IOLAN list, select the IOLAN’s
Logging in to the IOLAN
T o log in to the IOLAN, double-click on the IOLAN in the Device Server List. You will be prompted
for the Admin Password (the default is
If the authentication and connection are successful, the IOLAN’s Server Info window is displayed.
If you cannot connect to the IOLAN, you can highlight the IOLAN and click the Ping button to
verify that the DeviceManager can communicate with the IOLAN’s IP Address. If the ping times out,
then you might need to set up a Gateway in your IOLAN or verify that your network is
communicating correctly.
superuser).
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Using WebManager to Connect to the IOLAN
WebManager can only connect to IOLANs that already have an assigned IP address. T o connect to
the IOLAN, type the IP address of the IOLAN into the
http://10.10.234.34.
You will see the login screen.
Address field as such:
Logging into the IOLAN
Type in the Admin password in the Password field and click the Login button. A user who does not
have admin privileges can access EasyPort Web to access clustered serial ports, Perle Remote Power
Switches (RPS), and/or RPS plugs (must already be configured on this IOLAN) by typing their user
name and password on the login screen.
Configuration Files
Creating a New IOLAN Configuration in DeviceManager
In DeviceManager, when you select File, New, the New Configuration window is displayed.
Select the IOLAN model for which you want to create a new configuration file. Any configuration
file created in this manner can only be save locally. To download a created configuration file, you
must first connect to the IOLAN, import the created configuration file into DeviceManager (this is
not available in WebManager), and then download the configuration file to the IOLAN and reboot it.
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Managing the IOLAN
Opening an Existing Configuration File
If you select the File, Open, a browse window is opened so you can select the configuration file you
want to edit. IOLAN configuration files saved in the DeviceManager can be in the IOLAN-native
binary format (
configuration version can be imported into the DeviceManager. IOLAN configuration files saved
from WebManager can also be opened into DeviceManager.
.dme) or as a text file (.txt), which can be edited with a text editor. Either
Importing an Existing Configuration File
If you have a local, saved configuration file that you want to download to the IOLAN, you must first
connect to the IOLAN that you want to download the configuration file to. Once you have
successfully logged into the IOLAN, in DeviceManager select
File
and in WebManager select Administration, Restore/Backup. You need to download the file in
DeviceManager and in both managers you need to reboot the IOLAN.
Managing the IOLAN
Most of the management tasks, such as setting the time/date, downloading keys/certificates,
downloading firmware, downloading custom files, resetting serial ports, etc., are found under the
Tools menu option in the DeviceManager and under Administration in WebManager.
Tools, Import Configuration from a
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Introduction
The Network section is used to configure the parameters that identify the
IOLAN within the network and how the IOLAN accesses hosts on the
network. The following configuration windows are available:
z IP Settings—This window configures the IOLAN’s name, IP
address, and Ethernet information. See
more information.
z Advanced—This window configures hosts that the IOLAN will be communi cating with, routes,
DNS/WINS servers, RIP, Dynamic DNS, and IPv6 Tunnels. See
information on these options.
Network Settings Chapter 6
IP Settings on page 82 for
Advanced on page 88 for more
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IP Settings
IP Settings
IPv4 Settings
Overview
The parameters in IPv4 settings are used to access the IOLAN and are how the IOLAN accesses the
network.
Field Descriptions
Configure the following parameters:
System Name The System Name is used for informational purposes by such tools as the
DeviceManager and is also used in conjunction with the Domain field to
construct a fully qualified domain name (FQDN).
Default: localhost
Domain This field is combined with the System Name to construct the fully qualified
domain name (FQDN). For example, if the domain is mycompany.com and
the
Server Name is set to accounting, the FQDN would be
accounting.mycompany.com.
Obtain IP Address
automatically using
DHCP/BOOTP
Use the following
IP Address
IP Address The IOLAN’s unique IPv4 network IP address.
Subnet Mask The network subnet mask. For example, 255.255.0.0.
When enabled, the IOLAN will request an IP address from the DHCP/BOOTP
server. By default, when this option is enabled, the IOLAN will also attempt to
retrieve the DNS server, WINS server, and defaul t gateway from the
DHCP/BOOTP server.
Default: Disabled
Assign a specific IP address to the IOLAN.
Field Format: IPv4 address
Field Format: IPv4 address
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IP Settings
Default Gateway Specify the gateway IP address that will provide general access beyond the
local network.
Field Format: IPv4 address
Default Gateway
Obtain
Automatically
DNS Server Specify the IP address of a DNS host in your network for host name resolution.
DNS Server Obtain
Automatically
WINS Server Specify the IP address of a WINS (Windows Internet Naming Service) host in
WINS Server
Obtain
Automatically
IPv6 Settings
Overview
Configure IPv6 settings when the IOLAN resides in an IPv6 network.
When DHCP/BOOTP is enabled, you can enable this option to have the
IOLAN receive the Default Gateway IP address from the DHCP/BOOTP
server.
Default: Enabled
Field Format: IPv4 or IPv6 address
When DHCP/BOOTP is enabled, you can enable this option to have the
IOLAN receive the DNS IP address from the DHCP/BOOTP server.
Default: Enabled
your network for host resolution.
Field Format: IPv4 address
When DHCP/BOOTP is enabled, you can enable this option to have the
IOLAN receive the WINS IP address from the DHCP/BOOTP server.
Default: Enabled
Field Descriptions
Configure the appropriate parameters:
Obtain IPv6
Address(es) using
When enabled, you can configure the IOLAN to obtain the IPv6 address(es)
using IPv6 Autoconfiguration or a DHCPv6 server.
Default: Enabled
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IPv6
Autoconfiguration
When enabled, the IOLAN will send out a Router Solicitation message. If a
Router Advertisement message is received, the IOLAN will configure the IPv6
address(es) and configuration parameters based on the information contained in
the advertisement. If no Router Advertisement message is received, the IOLAN
will attempt to connect to a DHCPv6 server to obtain IPv6 addresses and other
configuration parameters.
Default: Enabled
DHCPv6 When enabled, requests IPv6 address(es) and configuration information from
the DHCPv6 server.
Default: Disabled
Custom IPv6
Displays the list of custom configured IPv6 addresses.
Address List
Add Button
Edit Button
Delete Button
Adds a custom IPv6 address.
Edits an existing IPv6 address.
Deletes an IPv6 address from the Custom IPv6 address list.
Default GatewayxSpecify the gateway IP address that will provide general access beyond the
local network.
Field Format: IPv6 address
DSN Server Specify the IPv6 address of a DNS host in your network for host name
resolution.
Field Format: IPv6 address
x
x
x
DNS Server Obtain
Automatically
DHCPv6 Settings
IPv6 Address(es)
DHCPv6 Settings
Network Prefix
When DHCPv6 is enabled, you can enable this option to have the IOLAN
receive the DNS IP address from the DHCPv6 server.
Default: Enabled
When enabled, the IOLAN will accept IPv6 address(es) from the DHCPv6
server.
Default: Disabled
When enabled, the IOLAN will accept the network prefix from the DHCPv6
server.
Default: Disabled
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Adding/Editing a Custom IPv6 Address
You can manually add one of the following:
z The IPv6 network prefix (and the IOLAN will determine an IPv6 address based on the network
prefix and the IOLAN MAC address).
z The complete IPv6 address.
Configure the following parameters:
Create a unique
IPv6 address on the
network
When enabled, the IOLAN will derive an IPv6 address from the entered
network prefix and the IOLAN’s MAC address.
Default: Enabled
Network Prefix Specify the IPv6 network prefix. The IOLAN will derive the complete IPv6
address from the entered network prefix and the IOLAN’s MAC address.
Default: Enabled
Network Prefix
IPv6 Prefix Bits
Specify the network prefix bits for the IPv6 address.
Range: 0-64
Default: 64
Use the following
IPv6 address
IPv6 Address
Enable this option when you want to enter a specific IPv6 address.
Default: Disabled
Specify the complete IPv6 address.
Field Format: IPv6 address
IPv6 Address IPv6
Prefix Bits
Specify the network prefix bits for the IPv6 address.
Range: 0-128
Default: 64
x
x
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Advanced
Overview
The Advanced tab configures Active Standby (SCS models only), DNS update, IPv6 Advertising
Router settings, and the Ethernet interface(s) hardware speed and duplex.
Configure the parameters in the Advanced tab only if:
z you have already set up Dynamic DNS with DynDNS.com
z you want to enable Active Standby (SCS models only)
z you want to specify the line speed and duplex
z you want the IOLAN to act as an IPv6 Advertising Router
Field Descriptions
Configure the appropriate parameters:
Register Address in
DNS
When this parameter is set, the IOLAN will provide the DHCP/DHCPv6 server
with a fully qualified domain name (FQDN), so that the DHCP/DHCPv6 server
can update the network's DNS server with the newly assigned IP address.
Default: Disabled
Domain Prefix (SCS models only) A domain prefix to uniquely identify the Ethernet interface
to the DNS when the IOLAN has two Ethernet interfaces. The FQDN that is
sent to the DNS will be one of the following formats, depending on what is
configured in the System Settings section on the
z <Server Name>.<Domain Prefix>.<Domain Name>
z <Server Name>.<Domain Prefix>
Field Format: Maximum 8 alphanumeric characters
Enable Active
Standby
(SCS models only) Active Standby permits the grouping of Ethernet LAN
connections to provide for link failover. Both Ethernet connections will have
the same Ethernet MAC address. Active standby refers to the process by which
a failure of one interface can be automatically overcome by having its traffic
routed to the other interface.
Default: Disabled
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Monitoring Intervalx(SCS only) The interval in which the active interface is checked to see if it is
still communicating.
Default: 100 ms
Recovery Delay (SCS only) The time that the IOLAN will wait to make the secondary interface
(Ethernet 2) active after it has been detected as up.
Default: 200 ms
Enable IPv6 Router
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When enabled, the IOLAN will periodically send IPV6 Router Advertisement
messages and respond to Router Solicitation messages. The Router
Advertisement message can be configured to contain any of the following
information:
z DHCPv6—Use the DHCPv6 server to obtain additional IPV6 address(es)
and configuration parameters.
z DHCPv6 Configuration Op tions—Use DHCPv6 server to obtain
additional configuration parameters.
z Network Prefixes—Advertise the selected custom configured network
prefixes.
Default: Disabled
Advertise DHCPv6 When enabled, the Router Advertisement message indicates to use the
DHCPv6 server for obtaining additional IPv6 addresses and configuration
parameters.
Default: Disabled
Advertise DHCPv6
Configuration
Options
Advertise the
following Network
Prefix(es)
When enabled, the Router Advertisement message indicates to use the
DHCPv6 server to obtain additional configuration parameters.
Default: Disabled
The network prefix of the IPV6 addresses created in the IPv6 Settings tab in
the
Custom IPv6 Address List are included in the Router Advertisement
message. You can choose to enabled or disable specific network prefixes from
being advertised to hosts.
Default: Enabled
Interface 1
Hardware Speed
and Duplex
Interface 2
Hardware Speed
and Duplex
Define the Ethernet connection speed (desktop models can support up to 100
Mbps and rack models can support up to 1000 Mbps).
Data Options:
z Auto—automatically detects the Ethernet interface speed and duplex
z 10 Mbps Half Duplex
z 10 Mbps Full Duplex
z 100 Mbps Half Duplex
z 100 Mbps Full Duplex
z 1000 Mbps Full Duplex
Default: Auto
Define the Ethernet connection speed (available on SCS models only).
Data Options:
z Auto—automatically detects the Ethernet interface speed and duplex
z 10 Mbps Half Duplex
z 10 Mbps Full Duplex
z 100 Mbps Half Duplex
z 100 Mbps Full Duplex
z 1000 Mbps Full Duplex
Default: Auto
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Advanced
Advanced
Host Table
Overview
The Host table contains the list of hosts that will be accessed by an IP address or Fully Qualified
Domain Name (FQDN) from the IOLAN. This table will contain a symbolic name for the host as
well as its IP address or FQDN. When a host entry is required elsewhere in the configuration, the
symbolic name will be used.
Functionality
You can configure up to 20 hosts using IPv4 or IPv6 internet addresses on desktop IOLAN models;
you can configure up to 49 hosts on rack mount IOLAN models.
Field Descriptions
Configure the appropriate parameters:
IP Filtering Data Options:
z Allow all traffic—Allows any host to connect to the IOLAN.
z Allow traffic only to/from hosts defined with IP addresses—A security
feature that when enabled, the IOLAN will only accept data from or send
data to hosts configured in the IOLAN’s
Default: Allow all traffic
Add Button Adds a host to the host ta ble.
Edit Button Changes a host that already exists in the host table.
Delete Button Deletes a host from the host table.
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Adding/Editing a Host
Configure the appropriate parameters:
Host Name The name of the host. This is used only for the IOLAN configuration.
IP Address The host’s IP address.
Advanced
Field Format: Up to 14 characters, no spaces.
Field Format: IPv4 or IPv6 address
Fully Qualified
Domain Name
When you have DNS defined in the IOLAN, you can enter a DNS resolvable
fully qualified domain name (note: FQDN’s are excluded as accessible hosts
when
IP Filtering is enabled).
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Route List
Overview
Entering routes in the routing list enables the identification of gateways to be used for accessing
specific hosts or external networks from the IOLAN's local network.
Functionality
There are three types of routes:
z Default—A route that provides general access beyond your local network.
z Host—A route defined for accessing a specific host external to your local network.
z Network—A route defined for accessing a specific network external to your local network.
You can specify up to 20 routes on deskt op IOLAN models; you can specify up to 49 routes on rack
mount IOLAN models.
Two types or gateways (method of accessing specific hosts or external networks) can be configured:
z Host—Specify a specify host that will provide access to the route destination.
z Interface—Specify the IPv6 tunnel, Remote Access (PPP)-defined serial port, or Remote Access
(SLIP)-defined serial port that will provide access to the route destination.
Field Descriptions
The following buttons are available on this window:
Add Button Adds a route to the Route List.
Edit Button Changes an existing route in the Route List.
Delete Button Deletes a route from the Route List.
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Adding/Editing Routes
From the Route List tab, if you click the Add or Edit button, you will be able to add a new or edit an
existing route.
Advanced
Configure the appropriate parameters:
Type Specify the type of route you want to configure.
Data Options:
z Host—A route defined for accessing a specific host external to your local
network.
z Network—A route defined for accessing a specific network external to
your local network.
z Default—A route which provides general access beyond your local
network.
Default: Default
IP Address When the route Type is defined as Host, this field will contain the IP address
of the host. If the route
Type is defi ned as Network, the network portion of the
IP address must be specified and the Host port of the address will be set to 0.
Example: to access network 10.10.20, the address 10.10.20.0 would be
specified in this field.
Format: IPv4 or IPv6 address
IPv4 Subnet Mask When the route is a Network route, you must specify the network’s subnet
mask.
IPv6 Prefix Bits If the IP address is IPv6, then you must specify the network’s prefix bits.
Range: 0-128
Host Select this option when a host is being used at the route gateway.
Default: Enabled, None
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Advanced
DNS/WINS
Interface The Interface list is comprised of configured IPv6 tunnels and serial ports
defined for Remote Access (PPP) and Remote Access (SLIP) profiles. Select
this option when you want to use the specified interface as the gateway to the
destination.
Field Option(s): IPv6 tunnels, Remote Access (PPP) and Remote Access
(SLIP) serial ports
Default: Disabled
Overview
You can configure WINS servers for PPP-client name resolution and DNS servers for PPP-client
name resolution and IOLAN host name resolution (for example, when specifying
Bootup file).
Functionality
You can configure up to four DNS and four WINS servers. If you specified a DNS and/or WINS
server on the
appropriate list. If the DNS and/or WINS server is provided by a DHCP server, these will NOT be
viewable in the list, however, you can add DNS and/or WINS servers to supplement the DHCP
supplied server.
Network, IP Settings tabs (either IPv4 or IPv6), it will be autom ati cally ente red in to the
Field Descriptions
The following buttons are available on this window:
Add DNS Button Adds a DNS server.
Edit DNS Button Edits an existing DNS server.
Delete DNS Button Deletes a DNS server.
Add WINS Button Adds a WINS server.
Edit WINS Button Edits an existing WINS server.
Delete WINS
Button
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RIP
Advanced
Editing/Adding DNS/WINS Servers
Configure the parameter:
DNS IP Address You can configure up to four DNS servers.
Field Format: IPv4 or IPv6 address
WINS IP Address You can configure up to four WINS servers.
Field Format: IPv4 address
Overview
The Routing Information Protocol (RIP) is a routing protocol used with almost every TCP/IP
implementation. Its function is to pass routing information from a router or gateway to a neighboring
router(s) or gateway(s). RIP messages contain information about destinations which can be reached
and the number of hops which are required. The hop-count is the basic metric of RIP and so RIP is
referred to as a ’distance vector protocol.’ RIP messages are carried in UDP datagrams.
Functionality
You can configure RIP to selectively advertise network s remotely connected via a SLIP/PPP link on
the Ethernet connection, and pass RIP routing information to remotely connected clients. As this can
be undesirable in some environments, this behavior can be configured and is defaulted to the
non-routing behavior.
Transmission and reception of Routing Information Protocol (RIP) packets over PPP and SLIP
connections can be configured on a per user basis or on a per serial port basis.
The Routing parameter can be configured:
z On the Advanced tab for Remote Access (PPP) and Remote Access (SLIP) profiles configured
for a serial port to determine the exchange of RIP packets between the IOLAN and remotely
connected users connected from the serial side.
z On the Services tab for each local user to determine the exchange of RIP packets between the
IOLAN and remotely connected users connected from the serial side.
z By the RADIUS server for users authenticated by RADIUS, the RADIUS-defined
Framed-Routing parameter determines the exchange of RIP packets.
There are four options for setting the Routing parameters:
z None—Routing information is not exchanged across the link. This is the default setting for a line
and a locally defined user.
z Send—Routing information is only transmitted to the remote user.
z Listen—Routing information is only received fro m th e remote user.
z Send and Listen—Routing information is transmitted to and received from the remote user.
The local User Routing parameter or RADIUS Framed-Routing parameter, if set, override the serial
port
Routing parameter for a connection.
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Field Descriptions
Configure the appropriate parameters:
Ethernet Mode Enable/disable RIP (Routing Information Protocol) mode for the Ethernet
interface.
Data Options:
z None—Disables RIP over the Ethernet interface.
z Send—Sends RIP over the Ethernet interface.
z Listen—Listens for RIP over the Ethernet interface.
z Send and Listen—Sends RIP and listens for RIP over the Ethernet
interface.
Default: None
Authentication
Method
Specify the type of RIP authentication.
Data Options:
z None—No authentication for RIP.
z Password—Simple RIP password authentication.
z MD5—Use MD5 RIP authentication.
Default: None
Password Specify the password that allows the router tables to be updated.
Confirm Password Retype in the password to verify that you typed in it correctly.
ID The MD5 identification key.
Start Date The start date that the MD5 key becomes valid. The date format is dependent
on your system’s settings.
Start T ime The time that the MD5 key becomes valid. The time format is dependent on
your system’s settings.
End Date The last day that the MD5 key is valid. The date format is dependen t on yo ur
system’s settings.
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End Time The time that the MD5 key becomes invalid. The time format is dependent on
Key The MD5 key that is being used by your routers.
Confirm Key Retype the MD5 key that is being used by your routers to verify that it was
Dynamic DNS
Overview
Dynamic DNS Service providers enable users to access a server connected to the internet that has
been assigned a dynamic IP address. The IOLAN product line has built-in support for the
DynDNS.com service provider. Refer to
Functionality
When the IOLAN is assigned a dynamic IP address, it will inform the DynDNS.com service provider
of its new IP address. Users can then use DynDNS.com as a DNS service to get the IP address of the
IOLAN. In order to take advantage of this service, the following steps need to be taken.
1. Create an account with DynDNS.com and configure the name your IOLAN will be known by on
2. Enable the Network Dynamic DNS feature and configure the IOLAN’s dynamic DNS
3. Users accessing the IOLAN via the internet can now access it via its fully qualified host name.
Advanced
your system’s settings.
typed correctly.
www.DynDNS.com for information on setting up an account.
the internet (the Host name). For example, create a host name such as
yourcompanySCS.DynDNS.org.
parameters to match the
IOLAN gets assigned a new IP address, it will update DynDNS.com with the new IP address.
For example,
telnet yourcompanySCS.DynDNS.org.
Host’s configuration on the DynDNS.com server. Every time the
Field Descriptions
Configure the appropriate parameters:
Enable Dynamic
DNS for the system
Host Specify the registered hostname with DynDNS.org that will be updated with
Enables/disables the dynamic DNS feature. When Dynamic DNS is enabled,
the IOLAN will automatically update its IP address with DynDNS.org if it
changes.
Default: Disabled
the IOLAN’s IP address should it change. Put in the full name; for example,
mydeviceserver.dyndns.org.
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User Name Specify the user name used to access the account set up on the DynDNS.org
server.
Password Specify the password used to access the account set up on the DynDNS.org
server.
Account Settings
Button
Click this button to configure the Dynamic DNS DynDNS.org account
information.
Account Settings
Enter the information about your DynDNS.com account so the IOLAN can communicate IP address
updates. These settings are global and apply to all Dynamic DNS settings.
Configure the appropriate parameters:
System T ype Specify how your account IP address schema was set up with DynDNS.org.
Refer to www.DynDNS.org for information about this parameter.
Data Options: Dynamic, Static, Custom
Default: Dynamic
Wildcard Adds an alias to *.yourcompanySCS.dyndns.org pointing to the same IP
address as entered for
yourcompanySCS.dyndns.org.
Connection Method Specify how the IOLAN is going to connect to the DynDNS.org server.
Data Options:
z HTTP
z HTTP through Port 8245
z HTTPS—for a secure connection to the DynDNS server
Default: Disabled
Cipher Suite Button Launches the cipher information window so you can specify the type of
encryption that will be used for data that is transferred between the
DynDNS.org server and the IOLAN.
See Cipher Suite Field Descriptions on page 97 for more information.
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Advanced
Validate Peer
Certificate
Enables/disables peer validation between the DynDNS.org server and the
IOLAN. This may be desirable, since the DynDNS user name and password are
sent from the IOLAN to the DynDNS server when the IP address needs to be
updated and when an account refresh is performed. Account refreshes are done
periodically to ensure that DynDNS accounts do not auto-delete should the IP
address change infrequently. This parameter will only take effect if
HTTPS is
selected as the connection method.
Default: Disabled
Validation Criteria
Button
Launches the peer validation criteria window so you can specify the
information used to validate the connection between the DynDNS.org server
and the IOLAN.
See Validation Criteria Field Descriptions on page 99 for mo re information.
Cipher Suite Field Descriptions
The SSL/TLS cipher suite is used to encrypt data between the IOLAN and the client. You can specify
up to five cipher groups.
The following buttons are available:
Add Button Adds a cipher to the cipher list.
Edit Button Edits a cipher in the cipher list.
Delete Button Deletes a cipher to the cipher list.
Move Up Button Moves a cipher up in preference in the cipher list.
Move Down Button Moves a cipher down in preference in the cipher list.
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Adding/Editing a Cipher Suite
To see a list of valid cipher suite combinations, see Appendix B, SSL/TLS Ciphers on page 347.
Configure the following parameters:
Encryption Select the type of encryption that will be used for the SSL connection.
Data Options:
z Any—Will use the first encryption format that can be negotiated.
z AES
z 3DES
z DES
z ARCFOUR
z ARCTWO
Default: Any
Min Key Size The minimum key size value that will be used for the specified encryption
type.
Data Options: 40, 56, 64, 128, 168, 256
Default: 40
Max Key Size The maximum key size value that will be used for the specified encryption
type.
Data Options: 40, 56, 64, 128, 168, 256
Default: 256
Key Exchange The type of key to exchange for the encryption format.
Data Options:
z Any—Any key exchange that is valid is used (this does not, however,
include ADH keys).
z RSA—This is an RSA key exchange using an RSA key and certificate.
z EDH-RSA—This is an EDH key exchange using an RSA key and
certificate.
z EDH-DSS—This is an EDH key exchange using a DSA key and
certificate.
z ADH—This is an anonymous key exchange which does not require a
private key or certificate. Choose this key if you do not want to
authenticate the peer device, but you want the data encrypted on the
SSL/TLS connection.
Default: Any
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HMAC Select the key-hashing for message authentication method for your encryption
type.
Data Options:
z Any
z MD5
z SHA1
Default: Any
Validation Criteria Field Descriptions
If you choose to configure validation criteria, the information in the peer SSL/TLS certificate must
match exactly the information configured in this window in order to pass peer authentication and
create a valid SSL/TLS connection.
Configure the following parameters:
Country A country code; for example, US. This field is case sensitive in order to
successfully match the information in the peer SSL/TLS certificate.
Data Options: Two characters
State/Province An entry for the state/province; for example, IL. This field is case sensitive in
order to successfully match the information in the peer SSL/TLS certificate.
Data Options: Maximum 128 characters
Locality An entry for the location; for example, Chicago. This field is case sensitive in
order to successfully match the information in the peer SSL/TLS certificate.
Data Options: Maximum 128 characters
Organization An entry for the organization; for example, Accounting. This field is case
sensitive in order to successfully match the information in the peer SSL/TLS
certificate.
Data Options: Maximum 64 characters
Organization Unit An entry for the unit in the organization; for example, Payroll. This field is
case sensitive in order to successfully match the information in the peer
SSL/TLS certificate.
Data Options: Maximum 64 characters
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IPv6 Tunnels
Overview
IPv6 tunnels transport IPv6 data packets from one IPv6 network to another IPv6 network over an
IPv4 network. In addition to creating the IPv6 tunnel, you must also create the route that will
transport the data packets through the IPv4 network in the Route List (see
more information).
Field Descriptions
Common Name An entry for common name; for example, the host name or fully qualified
domain name. This field is case sensitive in order to successfully match the
information in the peer SSL/TLS certificate.
Data Options: Maximum 64 characters
Email An entry for an email address; for example, acct@anycompany.com. This field
is case sensitive in order to successfully match the information in the peer
SSL/TLS certificate.
Data Options: Maximum 64 characters
Route List on page 90 for
The following buttons are available:
Add Button Adds an IPv6 tunnel.
Edit Button Edits an existing IPv6 tunnel.
Delete Button Deletes an IPv6 tunnel. If a tunnel is associated with a route, it cannot be
deleted until the route is either changed or deleted.
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