Black Box manual Introduction, Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS, RAS chassis installation

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Model LRA2900A RAS Getting Started Guide

 

 

Introduction

This chapter contains the following procedures for installing the Model LRA2900A RAS:

•“Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS”—lists the contents of the RAS shipping container

•“RAS chassis installation”—describes installing the RAS on a flat surface or in a standard 19–inch rack.

•“Cable installation” on page 24—describes installing the power and network interface cables

•“Completing the hardware installation” on page 27—describes testing the RAS hardware to verify that it is ready for software configuration.

Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS

Inspect the shipping carton for external damage. Note any damage before removing the container contents. Report equipment damage to the shipping carrier immediately for claim purposes. Save all packing materials in case you need to return an item to the factory for servicing.

The RAS comes with the following items:

•The LRA2900A Series Remote Access Server (RAS)

•A DB-9-to-RJ-45 (EIA-561) cable, 10 foot (3 meters)

•Control port interface cable, 10 foot (3 meters), standard CAT-5 cable

•Two WAN connection cables, 10 foot (3 meters) each

•Rack mounting kit with rack ears and mounting hardware

•CD-ROM containing product literature and the following documentation:

Remote Access Server Administrator’s Reference Guide

Model LRA2900A RAS Getting Started Guide

Note Power cables are shipped separately from the Model LRA2900A RAS.

RAS chassis installation

Do the following:

1.If you have not done so already, remove the RAS from its shipping container.

Note The RAS should be placed as close as possible to the termination jack provided by the Telco. Avoid installing the RAS in a location where the power cords or network interface cables could be accidentally dis- connected. The location should be well ventilated. Do not block the RAS’s cooling vents.

2.If you are installing the RAS in a 19-inch rack, go to step 3. Otherwise, place the RAS at the desired loca- tion, then go to “Cable installation” on page 24.

3.Install the rack mounting ears onto the RAS using the mounting hardware provided.

4.Place the RAS at the desired position in the rack.

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Contents Remote Access Server RAS Radio and TV Interference FCC Compliance Trademarks Used In This Manual Page Contents Operation and shutdown Contacting Black Box for assistance Contents Model LRA2900A RAS Getting Started Guide Structure AudienceGeneral conventions PrecautionsTypographical conventions used in this document Mouse conventions About this guide Model LRA2900A RAS Getting Started Guide Introduction Chapter contentsModel LRA2900A RAS Model LRA2900A Remote Access Server overviewWAN Hardware overviewModems SignalingPower system TemperatureSecurity Physical dimensionsManagement services Model LRA2900A front panel LEDs LED displayApprovals Software overview Software overviewHardware installation Unpacking the Model LRA2900A RAS RAS chassis installationIntroduction Installing the power cables Cable installationGrounding the Model LRA2900A Connecting the Ethernet portsDTR Connecting the EIA-561 RS-232 configuration portConnecting to the T1/E1/PRI WAN ports Completing the hardware installationConfiguring the RAS for operation Preparing the RAS for configuration Configuration prerequisitesConfigure the COM port settings as shown in figure COM properties Login window Configuring the RAS with a Web browser Opening the RAS Web Administration PagesHome Home page window panes Home page overviewImmediate Actions buttons No Validation Configuring simple authenticationStatic User Authentication Configuration windowStatic User Identification window Configuring dial-in user informationClick on Modify. The Modify Dial-In window appears see figure Modify Dial-In window, Domain Name Server section Configuring the default gatewayT1/E1 Link Activity window Configuring line settings and signaling for E1Setting the line signaling for an E1/PRI Isdn line Configuring the line settingsMFR Version 2 Modify window Setting the line signaling for an E1/R2 lineWAN Circuit Channel Assignment window Channel assignmentSetting the line signaling for a robbed-bit T1 line Configuring line settings and signaling for T1Setting the line signaling for an ISDN/PRI line Saving your configuration Import/Export main window Completing the installation Completing the installation Completing the installation Operation and shutdown De-activating the RAS Activating the RASTroubleshooting and maintenance Problem Corrective Action LED Fault analysisEthernet Replacing the RAS Periodic maintenanceMaintenance CalibrationMaintenance Removing the defective RAS Importing a saved configuration Installing the replacement RASVerifying the hardware installation Configure the COM port settings as shown in figure Press Return to display the login window see figure VT-100 Top Level Management window Completing the installation Park Drive Lawrence, PA 15055-1018 724-746-5500 Fax

LRA2900A specifications

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