Verilink 5330 User Manual
WANsuite® 5330
Reference Manual
May 2002
34-00302.F
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Warranty Verilink's produ ct warranty is included at the back of this document. FCC Requirements Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This d evice compl ies w ith Part 15 o f the FCC r ules. Oper ation is su bject to the foll owing two
conditions:
1 This device may not cause harmful interference.
2 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of 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 instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. O peratio n of this equipme nt in a re sidentia l area is likely to c ause har mful in terferen ce.
The user wil l be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the rear or bottom of this unit is a
label that contains the FCC registration number and other information. If requested, provide this
information to the tel ephone compa ny.
1 All direct connections to DDS lines must be made using standard plugs and jacks (compliant
with Part 68).
2 If the unit appears to be malfunctioning, it should be disconnected from the DDS lines until
the source of trouble is determined to be your equipment or the telephone line. If your
equipment needs repair, it should not be reconnected until it is repaired.
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3 The unit has been designed to prevent harm to the DDS network. If the telephone company
finds that the equipment is exceeding tolerable parameters, it can temporarily disconnect
service. In this case, the telephone company will give you advance notice, if possible.
4 Under FCC rules, no customer is authorized to repair this equipment, regardless of warranty
status.
5 If the telephone company alters its equipment in a manner that will affect the use of this
device, it must give you advance warning so that you can have the opportunity for
uninterrupted service. You will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
6 In the event of equipment malfunction, all repairs should be performed by our company or an
authorized agent. It is the responsibility of users requiring service to report the need for
service to our company or to one of our authorized agents.
Canadian Emissions Requirements
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
WARNING: For the DC powered units only, end users should use existing battery sources or
a CSA certified power supply.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques (de la class A) prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage
radioélectrique edicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
Safety P recauti ons When handling this equipment, follow these basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of elec-
tric shock and injury:
• Follow all wa rnings and instructions marked on the product and in the manual.
• Unplug the hardware from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a slightly dam p cloth for cleaning.
• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. It may fall, causing serious
damage to the product.
• Slots in the unit are provided for ventilation to protect it from overheating. These openings
must not be bl ocked or covered. Never place this product near a radiator or heat register.
• This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label and manual. If you are unsure of the type of power supply you are using, consult
your dealer or lo ca l po w e r company.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where the cord
interferes with the free movem e nt of people.
• Do not overlo ad w all outlets and extension cords, as this can result in fire or electric shock.
• Never push objects of any kind into the unit. They may touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
this equipment.
• Unplug the equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product has been dropped or if the housing has been damaged.
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Table of Contents
Preface
About th i s Ma n u al ....... .. ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... .......................... xi
Manual Organization ...................................................................................................................... xi
Typographic Conventions .............................................................................................................xii
Customer Service and Technical Support ........... .......... ........... ...................... ......................................xii
Support from Your Network Supplier ........................................................................................... xii
Support from Verilink ........ ........... ........... ...................... .............................. ........... ...................... xii
Telephone ............................................................................................................................... xii
E-mail .................................................................................................................................... xiii
Intern et ..... ......... ....... ......... ......... ......... ....... ......... ......... ......... ....... ......... ......... ......... ............... xiii
Returning a Unit to Verilink ............................................................................................................... xiii
Chapter 1 About the WANsuite 5330
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Features of the WANsuite 5330 ................ .............................. ........... ...................... .......................... 1-2
Performance ................................................................................................................................. 1-2
SNMP Management ....... .. ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... ...... 1-2
Intelligent WAN Access Architecture ......................................................................................... 1-3
Optional Advanced Network Management .................................................................................. 1-3
About FrameStart Technology ........................................................................................................... 1-3
WANsuite 5330 Overview and Advantages ............ ...................... ................... ...................... ........... .1-4
Features Summary .............................................................................................................................. 1-4
Front Panel .......................................................................................................................................... 1-5
Rear Panel Connections ...................................................................................................................... 1-7
Supervisory Port ........................................................................................................................... 1-7
10/100 Ethernet .................................... ...................... ........... .............................. ........... ..............1-7
Ethernet LED Indicators ........................................................................................................1-7
Serial Interface ............................................................................................................................. 1-8
Network Interface ......................................................................................................................... 1-8
Power Connection ....................................................................................................................... 1-8
Power Failure ......................................................................................................................... 1-9
Chapter 2 Installation
Unpacking and Inspection .................................................................................................................. 2-1
Supplied Materials ........ ......................................... ...................... .............................. .. ....................... 2-1
Installation Wizard .............................................................................................................................. 2-2
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Chapter 3 Web Server Interface
Web Server Access .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ...................... 3-1
Layout of Interface Screens ......................................................................................................... 3-1
Unit Screen ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ........................ 3-2
Interfaces ........... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ........................... 3-5
Network Screen ............................................................................................................................ 3-5
Error Status and Alarm Thresholds Table ............................................................................. 3-6
Reset Timer 3-7
Serial Screen ................................................................................................................................. 3-7
Current Pin Status ................................................................................................................ 3-10
DTR Alarm Control and Status Table ................................................................................. 3-10
10/100 Ethernet (IP Servic e Details) Screen ............ ........... ........... .............................. ..............3-10
Supervisory Screen ..................................................................................................................... 3-12
Current Pin Status ................................................................................................................ 3-12
DTR Alarm Control and Status Table ................................................................................. 3-13
Services Screen ................................................................................................................................. 3-13
Adding a Ser v i ce . .. .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ............. 3-13
Service Detai ls Screen ........... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... 3-14
Interface Deta i l s But t o n ............. .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. .........3-15
Type Details Button ............................................................................................................. 3-15
Delet e Se r v ice Button ................ .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. .........3-15
TDM Sc r eens ........ .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ............. 3-15
Channel Tabl e D et a i ls S creen .... ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. 3-15
Frame Relay Service Details Screen .......................................................................................... 3-16
Status and A larms Tab l e .......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. 3-19
Transmit: 3-20
Receive: 3-20
Throughput (bits/sec): 3-21
PPP Service Details Screen ........................................................................................................3-21
Param e t ers T o N eg o t i a t e .... ... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. .. 3-23
PPP Sta t i sti c s .... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ........... 3-24
Transmit 3-24
Receive 3-25
Throughput (bits/sec) 3-25
PAP Table ............................................................................................................................ 3-25
CHAP Table ........................................................................................................................3-26
IP Serv i ce s Scr e e n ............ ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ............. 3-27
Applic ations ........ ....... ......... ......... ......... ....... ......... ......... ......... ...... ......... ......... ......... ......................... 3-28
Endpoint Table Screen ............................................................................................................... 3-28
Endpoint Details Screen ...................................................................................................... 3-28
Endpoint Service Details Screen ......................................................................................... 3-31
DLCI Details Screen ............................................................................................................3-31
DLCI Status Table 3-33
DLCI Statistics Screen 3-34
DLCI Table Screen 3-35
Service Aware Screen ................................................................................................................ 3-36
Rule Configuration Screen (Rule Details) ...........................................................................3-37
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Traffic Meter Statistics Screen ............................................................................................ 3-38
SNMP D et a i l s Scr een . .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... 3-39
Diagnostics Screen ........ ...................... .......... ........... ...................... ............................................ 3-40
Test Details Screen .............................................................................................................. 3-41
BERT Table 3-42
Loop Table 3-43
Trap L og S c r een ...... ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ............. 3-43
Top N Details (Top Talkers) Screen .......................................................................................... 3-44
Utilities ............................................................................................................................................. 3-45
Software Upgrade ....................................................................................................................... 3-45
Save/U pload ............................................................................................................................... 3-47
Password ....................................................................................................................................3-47
Log Out ...................................................................................................................................... 3-48
In-ban d Management ..... ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. .......3-48
Use of Connected Local Router ........................................................................................... 3-48
Chapter 4 VT100 Interface
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 4-1
Accessing the VT100 Interface ..................................... .............................. ........... .....................4-1
Screen Co mpone n ts ...... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... 4-1
Cursor Co n t ro l s .......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... ............. 4-2
Field Types ...................................................................................................................................4-2
Menu Structure ............................................................................................................................. 4-3
System Screen ..................................................................................................................................... 4-3
New Pas s w o rd ................ .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. .................. 4-5
Mainte n ance Re se t .................. .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... ........... 4-5
Save and Restart ........................................................................................................................... 4-6
Interfaces Scr e en ........ .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .................... 4-6
Network Screen ............................................................................................................................ 4-6
Error Status and Alarm Thresholds Table ............................................................................. 4-7
Reset Timer 4-8
Serial Screen ................................................................................................................................. 4-8
Current Pin Status ................................................................................................................ 4-11
Ethernet (IP Details) Screen ....................................................................................................... 4-11
Supervisory Config Screen ........................................................................................................4-12
Current Pin Status ................................................................................................................ 4-14
Service Table Screen ........................................................................................................................4-14
Frame Relay Service Details Screen .......................................................................................... 4-15
Transmit 4-20
Receive 4-21
Throughput (bits/sec) 4-21
PPP Service Details Screen ........................................................................................................4-21
Param e t ers T o N eg o t i a t e .... ... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. .. 4-23
PPP Sta t i sti c s .... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ........... 4-24
PAP Table ............................................................................................................................ 4-24
CHAP Table ........................................................................................................................4-25
IP Serv i ce D et ai l s Screen ...... .. .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ....... 4-26
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Applic ations ........ ....... ......... ......... ......... ....... ......... ......... ......... ...... ......... ......... ......... ......................... 4-26
Endpoint Table Screen ............................................................................................................... 4-26
Endpoint Details Screen ...................................................................................................... 4-27
Endpoint Service Details Screen ......................................................................................... 4-29
DLCI Details Screen ............................................................................................................4-29
DLCI Status Table 4-31
DLCI Statistics Screen 4-32
DLCI Table Screen ..............................................................................................................4-34
Service Aware Screen ................................................................................................................ 4-34
Rule Co n fi g Sc reen .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ....... 4-35
Traffic Meter Statistics Screen ............................................................................................ 4-36
SNMP D et a i l s Scr een . .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... 4-37
Diagnostics Screen ........ ...................... .......... ........... ...................... ............................................ 4-38
Test Details Screen .............................................................................................................. 4-39
BERT Table 4-40
Loop Table 4-41
Trap L og S c r een ...... ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ............. 4-41
Top Talkers Screen .................................................................................................................... 4-42
Appendix A Specifications
Network Interface .............................................................................................................................. A-1
Serial Interface ................................................................................................................................... A-1
Management Interfaces ...................................................................................................................... A-1
10/100 Ethernet .................................... ...................... ........... .............................. ........... ............. A-1
Supervisory Port .......................................................................................................................... A-1
Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................................ A-2
Alarms ................................................................................................................................................ A-2
Power ................................................................................................................................................. A-2
Mecha nic al . ..... .... .. ..... .... ..... .. ..... .... ..... .. .... ..... .... ... .... ..... .... .. ..... .... ..... .. ..... .... ..... .. .... ..... ..................... A-2
Enviro n m e n t al ....... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ..................... A-2
Frame Relay Statistics Collected in 96 15-minute Intervals ............................................................. A-2
Industry Listings ................................................................................................................................ A-3
Standa rds ............. .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ....................... A-3
Ordering Information .........................................................................................................................A-4
Optional Equipment ...........................................................................................................................A-4
Connector Pin Assignments ............................................................................................................... A-5
Serial Interface Pin Assignments, DTE Mode (Packet Use Only) ............................................. A-5
Serial Interface Pin Assignments, DCE Mode ........................................................................... A-6
Ethernet Interface Pin Assignments ............................................................................................ A-6
Network Interface Pin Assignments ............................................................................................ A-7
Supervisory Port Pin Assignments .............................................................................................. A-7
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Appendix B SNMP Agent
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................B-1
SNMP Co n f i g u rat i o n P aramete rs .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ...........B-1
SNMP MIBs ......... ... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ....................B-1
SNMP T ra p Co n fi g u r at i o n ... .. ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ......... .. ......... .. ......... .. ......... ... ...............B-2
Generic MIB Loading Instructions .....................................................................................................B-2
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REFACE
This reference guide for the Verilink WANsuite 5330 intelligent integrated
access dev ice (I
and cabling. It is not a users guide containing step-by-step procedures. Rather,
this manual is designed to be used as a reference regarding commands,
interface ports, configuration parameters, and other specific information about
the WANsuite 5330.
Manual Organization
The chapters and appendices in this manual are arranged for quick reference
when you need it. You do not have to read previous chapters to understand
the subsequent chapters. Appendices are designed to complement the main
chapters.
• Chapter 1, "About the WANsuite 5330" – This chapter describes product
features and capabilities.
• Chapter 2, "Installation" – This chapter describes unit port connections and
powering informatio n.
• Chapter 3, "Web Server Interface" – This chapter describes the menu screens
and configuration para meters accessed through the Web server interface.
• Chapter 4, "VT100 Interface" − This chapter descr ibes the menu screens and
configuration parameters accessed through the VT100 interface.
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AD) describes unit features and specifications, configuration,
• Appendix A, "Specifications" – This appendix defines the specifications for
the WANsuite 5330. In addition, this se ction provides ordering inform ation
and all the connector pin assignments for the interfaces on the back of the
WANsuite 5330 units.
• Appendix B “SNMP Agent” – This appendix defines which Management
Information Base (MIB) fil es are supported by the WANsuite 5330 SNMP
agent. In addition, instr uctions are provided for loadi ng these MIB files into
most SNMP management stations.
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Typog raphic Conv e ntions
The following table lists the conventions used throughout this guide.
Convention Description
A Notice calls attentions to important features or instructions.
A Caution alerts you to s erious risk of data loss or other
results that may caus e you or the unit trouble if the warning is
not heeded.
A Warning alerts you t o the risk of serious da ma ge to the u nit
or injury and possible death to the end user.
Customer Service and Technical Support
Verilink provides easy access to customer support information through a
variety of servi ces. This section descri bes these services.
Support from Your Network Supplier
If assistance is required, contact your network supplier. Many suppliers are
authorized Verilink service partners who are qualified to provide a variety of
services, including network planning, installation, hardware maintenance,
application training, and support services. When you contact your network
supplier for assistance, have the following information ready:
• Diagnostic error messages
• A list of system hardware and software, including revision levels
• Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable
Support from Verilink
If you are unable to receive support from your network supplier or want to
contact us directly, Verilink offers worldwide customer support by telephone,
e-mail, and through Verilink’s Internet Web site.
Telephone
Customer support is available by telephone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To
speak directly with a Verilink customer service representative, you may dial
one of the following numbers:
• Sales and Marketing:800-VERILINK (837-4546)
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• Technical Support: 800-285-2755 (toll-free)
256-327-2255 (local)
You can request sales and marketing information or pose a technical support
question about your Verilink product by contacting us at the e-mail addresses
provided below. Verilink will respond to e-mailed requests for support during
regular business hours (8–5 CST, Monday–Friday).
•Sales and Marketing: info@verilink.com
•Technical Support: support@verilink.com
Internet
Visit Verilink’s Web site to access the latest Verilink product information,
technical publications, news releases, contact information, and more:
If this reference manual is revised to reflect code changes or other updates,
the most recent version will be posted to the Verilink Web site.
Returning a Unit to Verilink
If for any reason you must return your Verilink product, it must be returned
with the shipping prepaid, and pack aged to t he best commerci al stand ard for
electronic equipment. Verilink will pay shipping charges for delivery on
return. You are responsible for mode and cost of shipment to Verilink.
http://www.verilink.com
You must have a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number marked on
the shipping package. Products sent to Verilink without RMA numbers will be
returned to the sender unopened, at the sender’s expense.
A product sent directly to Verilink for repair must first be assigned an RMA
number. You may obtain an RMA number by calling Customer Service at
800-926-0085, extension 2282 or 2232.
When calling Verilink for an RMA, please have the following information
available:
• Model number and serial numb er for eac h unit
• Reason for return and symptoms of problem
• Purchase order number to cover charges for out-of-warranty items
• Name and ph one number of per son we ca n contac t i f we have qu est ions abo ut
the unit(s)
The address for you to use when returning a unit to Verilink will be provided
when the RMA is issued. The standard delivery method for return shipments
is Standard Ground for domestic returns and International Economy for
international returns (unless otherwise specified).
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The telecommunications network service market is rapidly changing, where
network monitoring, control, and higher performance in packet processing are
not only expected, but demanded, at competitive price points. WAN access
architecture − a high ly flexible and po werful arch itecture that ca n meet th e
needs of many different customers in many different applications. Because it
is so flexible, WANsuite products will continually evolve, offering our
customers cutting-edge features at competitive prices.
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Verilink’s WANsuite 5330 is a feature-rich, intelligent integrated access
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based services − including high-speed Internet access − at price points
expected of single-function devices.
The WANsuite 5330 is built on Verilink's innovative, next-generation WAN
access arch itecture. This unit is a single network port, service aware DDS
DSU/CSU with a serial port software-configurable for RS-232, EIA-530, or
V.35 electrical connections, an asynchronous Supervisory port that supports
PPP and tty, a 10/100Base-T Ethernet interface, five status LEDs, and two
input control keys. Capable of accommodating a wide range of network
configurations, the WANsuite 5330 effectively combines voice, data, and
network traffic over a single transmission facility and works with nonproprietary network management solutions.
The WANsuite 5330 gives service providers and enterprise customers the
capability to m onitor end -to-end network perfor mance (with support of up
to 256 virtual circuits) as well as the capability to verify Service Level
Agreements (SLAs); isolate performance problems to the LAN, local loop, or
frame relay network; determine appropriate bandwidth need; and monitor
network trends to aid in future capacity planning.
All of WANsuite 5330’s installation, performance configuration, traffic
monitoring, alarm reporting, and diagnostic capabilities can be configured
through the unit’s embedded We b server interface (WANsight™) using
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the Network port. Especially advantageous is WANsuite’s advanced
monitorin g and co ntrol cap abilit y that gives network administrators the
ability to plan future capacity requirements. To extend the WANsuite 5330’s
functionality even further, Verilink offers an element management software
system for reporting and real-time diagnostics.
The unit’s built-in ServiceAware™ technology allows network managers to
maximize available WAN bandwidth and verify SLAs. This management
platform lets the end user see network activity (performance) and problems
(diagnostics) on any permanent virtual circuit (PVC), access line, or physical
circuit.
Verilink’s FrameStart™ technology is standard with the WANsuite 5330 and
benefits the initial installation of frame relay circuits by eliminating the
requiremen t for a frame rel ay test se t. Fram eStart ens ures that DDS circ uit
status, signal quality, loopback code detection, access link condition, and the
various Layer 2 frame relay investigation and reporting features are available
and accura te.
Features of the WANsuite 5330
Performance
Historically, WAN access devices have tended to perform well as singlefunction devices such as CSU/DSUs, but have not been optimized to address
higher level traffic issues such as service levels and integration. Verilink's
architectur e and W eb-base d user int erface wo rk togeth er to ad dress all ac cess
issues as services and applications, rather than as circuits and protocols, for
exceptional WAN management performance.
To further leverage its Web browser interface, Verilink's new architecture also
allows firmware to be upgraded via the Web from a standard browser, with
password control, if desired.
SNMP Management
With integrated SNMP in-band management, enterprise managers can now
manage Verilink WANsuite units and their integral CSU/DSUs as a single
unit. With only one LAN segment in the network, all Verilink WANsuite
platforms can be managed by SNMP. With self-learning functionality, these
platforms learn their frame rel ay environmen t and eliminate the need for
remote, trained personnel. By downloading all configuration parameters from
the central site, no interaction is required at remote sites to establish
connectivity. WANs can be constructed using frame relay or leased-line
services. Verilink’s WANsuite 5330 allows any port to be configured for any
of its available service technologies through simple software configuration.
Network managers can now fine tune the enterprise network for the lowest
cost and highest performance.
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Intelligent WAN Access Architecture
Verilink's next-gen eration WAN access architect ure is built around a
PowerPC™ processor with 50 MIPs of processing power and 16 Mbytes of
onboard memory, and works with nonproprietary network management
solutions via SNMP. An embedded Web server supplies a simple-to-use
interface for configuration and statistics collection, with a service table for
mapping services to ports, an endpoint table for configuring and monitoring
service endpoints, and a user table for traffic monitoring and control.
Optional Advanced Network Managemen t
As an option for the WANsuite 5330, Verilink offers a network management
system based on RedPoint's NetVoyant™ software, which was designed to
provide IT professionals with the information required to make informed,
enterprise-wide capacity planning and investment decisions. NetVoyant is an
NT-based element managem ent sys tem that includes a n ODB C-compl iant
database, CORBA IDLs for customization and flexibility, real-time
diagnostics, and extensive reporting and trending application support. The
solution employs an open-system, multi-vendor support approach for network
management, monitoring, and the collection of statistics from any SNMPbased networking device including Verilink equipment already in the field.
WANsuite extends the functionality of NetVoyant’s software by incorporating
customized configuration modules. This advanced network management
system is offered as an option for the WANsuite 5330. Please contact Verilink
for availability and pricing information.
About FrameStart Technology
The WANsuite 5330’s FrameStart technology ensures that frame relay service
is operational prior to installation and connection to other equipment.
FrameStart’s integral frame relay circuit installation and diagnostic tools help
reduce equipment and installation costs, simplify configuration setup, and
alleviate frame relay connection uncertainties − all in one unit.
WANsuite 5330 supports both FrameStart Install mode and FrameStart
Monitor mode as well as Layer 2 statistics gathering and diagnostic
capabilities that maximize network availability and manage the growth of the
network.
FrameSta rt Ins tall e nables step-by-step validation of network operations and
requires no data terminal equipment such as routers or FRADs. If a DTE
device is connected, operation is halted to perform installation diagnostics.
With FrameStart Install, you have the power to perform advanced tests
including the following:
• Local Manageme nt Interface (LM I) Sourcing
• End-to-end Integrity
• PVC D ela y Te stin g
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• Network Receive Level
FrameSta rt Monito r com plements F rameSt art Instal l to moni tor real-t ime
network conditions nonintrusively when connected to real-world applications.
FrameStart Monitor diagnostics maintain and manage the activity of the frame
relay network from the host FrameStart unit. FrameStart Monitor also
performs the following functions:
• LMI Monitoring
• LMI Auto-Sourcing
• SOS Mode
• New Circuit Installation
WANsuite 5330 Overview and Advantages
Verilink’s WANsuite 5330 is an innovative, highly intelligent, software-based
WAN access device optimized for frame relay access. The WANsuite 5330
provides network managers with all the tools necessary to monitor and
troubleshoot voice, data, and network transmission systems. In addition, the
WANsuite 5330 delivers valuable tools for the following:
• Proactively measuring and reporting performance
• Verifying S LAs
• Managing network resources to ensure optimum performance
• Analyzing trends to aid in network planning
• Managing Web browser and/or in-band/out-of-band SNMP
WANsuite 5330 advantages include the following:
• Controls rec urring fra me rela y access co sts − WANsuite products quickly
pay for themselves by allowing enterprises and service providers to
optimize the use of valuable bandwidth.
• Ensures a higher level of service − WANsuite 5330 acts as an expert frame
relay Service Level advisor for service providers and users.
• Introduces new value-added offerings − WANsuite 5330 is a stepping stone
to a new series of access serv ices.
• Lowers facility costs − WANsuite 5330's easy installation and
configuration cut down on maintenance and sparing costs.
Features Summary
• A powerful core arc hitectur e:
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• 10/100Base-T Ethernet port
• Asynchronous supervisory port that supports PPP or VT100 screens
• Single serial port software-configurable for RS-232, EIA-530, or V.35
• Powe rPC™ pl atform w ith 16 Mb ytes RA M
• DDS I and DDS II
• A suite of performance monitoring tools:
• Monitoring capability for up to 256 virtual circuits (Data Link
Connection Identifiers, or DLCIs)
• DDS performance monitoring, including complete diagnostic
capabilities and test modes
• SLA monitoring and management
• Committed Information Rate (CIR) enforcement per DLCI
• Programmable alarm thresholds
• WANsight − An innovative Web-based user interface:
• Embedded HTTP server for remote configuration and real-time
reporting via Web browser
• Decreased installation and configuration time for service employees
• Simplified troubleshooting and fault isolation of network problems
• Optimal management of both TDM and frame-based services
• Frame Relay Aware:
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• Supports leased-line and frame relay services
• Layer 2 end-to-end visibility and control
• Embe dded frame relay test set
• Layer 3 support for visibility beyond the Network layer (up to 25
protocols)
• “Top Talker” reports—find out who’s generating the most IP traffic on
your LAN
The WANsuite 5330 (Figure 1.1) has two user-activated input control buttons,
and five LED status indicators.
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Front Panel of the WANsuite 5330
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The WANsuite 5330 front panel LED status indicators are described in the
table below.
Indicator Description
MODE
NET
SERIAL
ALARM
POWER
Normally, the MODE indicator lights green.
This indicator lights amber w hile config uration is being set by
the front panel buttons or when the configur ation is changed by
SNMP or through the W eb ser ver interf ace. T he indica tor will
remain amber until the changed configuration is saved; it will
revert to green when the ne w config ura tion has bee n s aved.
The NET indicator is off (not illuminated) when the port has not
been configured.
The indicator lights red if the DDS link is down or when a
connection has not yet been es tablis hed.
The indicator lights green when the DDS link is operational and
the configured protoc ol is establis hed.
The indicator lights ambe r if the DD S link is operatio nal but at
least one configured fram e re lay serv ice is dow n.
The SERIAL indicator is off (not illuminated) when the port has
not been configured .
This indicator lights green when DTR is active and the
configured protocol is establishe d.
The indicator lights red when DTR is not active and the
configured protocol is not e stablished.
The indicator lights ambe r when D T R is not active or the
configured protocol is not e stablished.
The ALARM indicator is off (not illuminated) when no alarm
conditions exist.
The indicator lights ambe r to indicate an OOF alarm. (Other
alarms may also be active.)
The indicator lights red for all other alarm conditions.
The POWER indicator lights green when power is applied to
the unit.
The indicator lights ambe r in test m odes (Port looped or BERT
active).
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The user-activated input control buttons on the WANsuite 5330 are described
in the following table.
Button Description
RESET
CONFIG
*The CONFIG button must be held until the MODE LED lights amber and remains illuminated for the
default config ur at io n to tak e effect.
The RESET button prov ides a hardware reset to the unit.
The CONFIG button sets the unit back to its factory default
configuration for Packet Mode operation; this is the same as a
maintenance reset. To initiate this fun ction, you m ust pre ss and hold
CONFIG button during a power-up sequence. *
the
Rear Panel Connections
The rear panel of the WANsuite 5330 has five connectors − POWER,
SUPERVISO RY PORT, 10/100 ETHERNET, SERIAL INTERFACE, and NET −
as shown in Figure 1.2 below.
Supervis or y Port
Figure 1.2
The SUPERVISORY PORT is a DB-9 female DCE connector configured for 8
bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit. Bit rates are configured through the Web server
or VT100 interface. The Supervisory port speed can be set to 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, or 115200 bps. The initial default rate of
the Supervisory port is 19.2 kbps.
On power-up, the Supervisory port sends out diagnostic messages at the bit
rate of 115.2 kbps until the supervisory service acquires the Supervisory port,
after which the port speed is changed to the setting in the Supervisory
interface s creen.
WANsuite 5330 Rear Panel
NOTICE: For information on pinout assignments for this connector, refer to
Supervisory Port Pin Assignments on page A-7. See Ordering
Information on page A-4 for information on cables for this connector.
10/100 Ethernet
The WANsuite 5330 provides one 10/100 ETHERNET interface for SNMP and
Web browser access. This interface is an eight-pin modular jack that complies
with standard twisted-pair, 10/100Base-T requirements. The 10/100Base-T
cable is supplied by the end user. Refer to Ethernet Interface Pin Assignments
on page A-6 for pin assignments and cable descriptions.
Ethernet LED Indicators
There are two unlabeled indicator LEDs on either side of the 10/100 Ethernet
jack. The LED on the left side of the jack pulses amber to indicate data
activity (either transmit or receive). The LED on the right side of the jack
lights green to indicate that the link layer is operational.
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Serial Interface
Network Int er face
The SERIAL interface located on the rear of the WANsuite 5330 is a multiprotocol interface presented physically as a DB-25 connection. The protocols
supported by this interface are RS-232, EIA-530, and V.35.
Cables that adap t the DB-25 interface to the 34-pin V.35 interfa ce are
available. These cables are optional equipment and their part numbers are
listed under Optional Equipment on page A-4. DB-25 to DB-25 cables are
also available if your installation needs require them. See Ordering
Information on page A-4 for details. Pin assignments for the Serial interface
are listed in Appendix A, Specifications.
CAUTION: FCC rules require that interconnecting cables carrying high-speed
data be shielded appropriately to minimize radio frequency
interference.
Labeled on the rear panel of the WANsuite 5330 as NET, the Network
interface connection is a standard RJ-48C, eight- pin modular jack that
contains an automatic line build out (ALBO) allowing the unit to be located a
substantial distance away from the telco network interface with a receive
signal level to −49 dB. The Network LBO level cannot be set by the user. To
view the pinout assignments for this interface, refer to Network Interface Pin
Assignments on page A-7.
CAUTION: In accordance with FCC Rules, Part 68.218(b), you must notify the
Power Connection
The POWER port is an eight-pin circular mini-DIN connector that connects
the autoranging 100–240 VAC external power supply to the unit. The
WANsuite 5330 is intended to be used with a UL Listed/CSA Certified Class
2 power supply with a minimum output rating of 4.0 A at +5 VDC. The unit
has no power switch.
telephone company prior to disconnecting this product.
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Figure 1.3
WANsuite 5330 Power Supply Unit
When power is applied to the unit, the front panel indicators flash for
approximately 10 to 15 seconds as the unit initializes. The green
POWER
LED on the front panel will remain illuminated as long as the unit receives
power. This LED turns amber when the unit is in test mode.
CAUTION: Always plug the external power supply into a grounded power outlet.
NOTICE: Per UL 1950 and CSA 950 Clause 1.7.2, if the power supply cord is
intended to serve as a disconnect device, an easily accessible socket
must be installed near the equipment.
Power Failure
If the indicator does not illuminate, check the power connections and the
primary AC circuit breaker.
The WANsuite 5330 provides non-volatile memory retention of the unit
configuration in case of a power failure. This feature allows the unit to
automatically restore normal service following a power loss and allows the
unit to retain pre-existing time and date information.
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This chapter describes the contents of your WANsuite 5330 shipment and
provides information on connecting and installing the unit.
The WANsuite 5330 uses an “Installation Wizard” to help you automatically
install the unit quickly and accurately. Procedures for using this Installation
Wizard are also describe d in this c hapter.
Unpacking and Inspection
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The WANsuite 5330 is shipped in cardboard cartons with foam inserts for
shock and vibration protection. When your shipment arrives, inspect the
shipping container and contents, and compare all items with those on the
packing list.
If the contents of the shipment are incomplete or if there is mechanical
damage or defect, notify Verilink Customer Service (page xii). If the shipping
container or cushioning material is damaged, notify both the carrier and
Verilink immediately and make a notation on the delivery receipt that the
container was damaged. (If possible, obtain the signature and name of the
person making delivery.) Retain the packaging material until the contents of
the shipment have been checked for completeness and the unit has been
checked b oth mech anically and elect rically.
Supp lied Mater ials
The WANsuite 5330 ships with the following standard items:
• WANsuite 5330 unit
• External powe r supply and power cord
• DDS network cable
• Serial (Super visory) cable
• Verilink documentation CD
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For specific applications, see Optional Equipment on page A-4 for additional
cables and adapters. Contact Verilink Technical Support (page xii) for further
assistance.
Installation Wizard
One of the ways to configure and monitor the WANsuite 5330 is through the
We b Browser interface. To gain access to this interface, the unit must be
configured with an IP Address. Verilink provides a DOS-based program – the
Verilink Configuration Wizard – to aid in this initial configuration.
NOTICE: If you did not receive the CD-ROM disk with your unit, you may
To configure the IP Address using the Verilink Configuration Wizard, perform
the following steps:
1 Using the supplied cable, connect the unit’s DB-9 Supervisory port to a
COM port on your PC. (Take note of which COM port is connected.)
2 Insert the Verilink CD-ROM disc (provided with the WANsuite 5330) into
your PC’s CD-ROM drive.
access the Verilink Configuration Wizard on the Verilink Web site,
www.verilink.com.
3 Use Windows “Explore” to view the contents of the CD and select the
folder labeled “Utilities.” In this folder will be a file named
this executable fil e is the Verilink Configuration Wizard appli cation.
Double-click on this file to launch the program. After the program is fully
launched, you will see the following screen:
ipwiz.exe;
4 Using the Tab key to move fr om field t o fie ld, move the cursor to the “COM
Port” field. Using the Spacebar, toggle between the available options until
the correct COM port is sho wn (COM1, COM2, COM3, or COM4). Be s ure
to choose the same COM port as the port to which you connected the unit.
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5 By default, the “Baud Rate” field wil l display 115200 (bits per second) . For
the purpose of this installa tion, do not change the displayed baud rate from
its default. Proceed directly to the next step.
6 Using the Tab key again, move the cursor to the “IP Address” field and
enter the appropria te IP Address for the unit (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx). If neces sary ,
repeat this process for the “Subnet Mask” and “Gateway Address” fields.
7 Next, move the cursor to the “Write To Unit” field and press the Enter key.
The program will prompt you to reset the unit.
8 To reset the unit, cycle the unit’s power (i.e., disconnect the power supply
cable from the unit and then reconnect it). The Configuration Wizard will
then automatically download the configuration information to the unit.
9 Note the status messages displayed at the bottom of the Configuration
Wizard screen. When the download is complete, your PC will beep and the
status message bar will displa y “Finished.”
10 Finally, move the cursor to the “Exit” prompt and press Enter. The
Configuration Wizard pr ogram will close.
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The WANsuite 5330 has an innovative, embedded Web-based user interface
(WANsight) for remote configuration and real-time reporting via Microsoft
Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher. Access to the Web server interface and how
the interface is used to configure the WANsuite 5330 unit are described in
detail below.
NOTICE: Verilink recommends the use of Microsoft’s Internet Explorer 5.0 or
higher because if you use other Internet browsers to access the Web
server interface , some screen elemen ts will not disp lay as describe d in
this manual.
Configuration through the VT100 interface is covered in Chapter 4.
Web Server Access
You can access the Web Server interface through any IP connection to the
WANsuite 5330. This connection can be directly through the 10/100 Ethernet
port, PPP over the Serial or Supervisory port, or in-band via encapsulated IP
traffic on the Fram e Relay circuit.
NOTICE: Any changes to the unit’s configuration MUST be followed by a
“Submit” (if there is a “Submit” key on the menu) and a “Save
and Restart.”
To access the Web server interface, type the unit’s IP address in the browser’s
Address (or Location) field and press the “Enter” key.
Layout of Interface Screens
When you first access the Web server interface, your browser will display a
screen that is divided into three frames. The upper frame forms a border
across the top of the screen; it identifies the Verilink unit in service and
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Unit Screen
displays the hardware and software revision and serial numbers under which
the unit is operating.
The area beneath the upper frame is divided into two side-by-side frames. The
frame on the left side of t his area d epicts a hierarch ical “tree” structure used
to navigate through the various interface screens. Each “branch” on the tree
guides you to more specific upper-level information about the unit and its
configuration. Note that the Applications and Utilities branches do not link to
an actual displayed page − these branches are simply used to provide structure
for navigation. The frame on the right side of the screen will display all the
configuration screens. The Unit screen represents the top of the navigation
tree. The screen captures throughout this chapter show only the configuration
portion of the scre en, exce pt in the case of th e Unit s creen, w hich sho ws all
three frames. The Unit screen represents the top of the navigation tree.
The first screen displayed by the unit’s Web server interface is the Unit
screen (Figure 3.1). It lets you view and set specific information about the
unit in service.
Figure 3.1
Web Server Interface, Unit Screen
The Unit screen displays the following fields:
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Field Function
Object ID Display-only field used to point an SNMP agent to this ID.
Up Time Displays the amount of time the unit has been up and running.
Contact Stores the name of a point-of-contact for system failure.
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