Cisco Systems ONS 15327 manual LAN Connections, Settings

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If your PC is not connected, a “Request timed out” message displays. If this occurs, check that the cables connecting the PC to the ONS 15327 are securely attached. Check the Link Status LED on the PC NIC. Repeat Steps 1 – 13, verifying IP and submask information.

3.3.2 LAN Connections

To access the ONS 15327 from a local area network (LAN):

•The ONS 15327 IP address must be changed to a LAN-compatible IP address.

•The ONS 15327 must be physically connected to the LAN (typically using a cross-over cable to a router, hub, or switch).

•If the PC Network settings were changed for direct access to the ONS 15327, change the settings back to LAN access. Usually this means setting the IP Address on the TCP/IP dialog box back to “Obtain an IP address automatically” (Figure 3-2). If your LAN requires that DNS or WINS is enabled, change the setting on the DNS Configuration or WINS Configuration tab of the TCP/IP dialog box.

•If your computer is connected to a proxy server, disable proxy service or add the ONS 15327 nodes as exceptions.

If these conditions have been met, to access the ONS 15327, start your web browser and type the

ONS 15327 IP address in the URL field.

Procedure: Disable Proxy Service Using Windows with Internet Explorer

Step 1 From the Start menu, Choose Settings > Control Panel.

Step 2 In the Control Panel window, click Internet Options.

Step 3 From the Internet Properties dialog box, select the Connections tab and click LAN

Settings.

Step 4 On the LAN Settings dialog box do one of the following:

•Deselect “Use a proxy server” to disable the service, or

•Leave “User a proxy server” selected and click Advanced. On the Proxy Setting dialog box under Exceptions, enter the IP addresses of ONS 15327 nodes that you will access. Separate each address with a semi colon. You can insert an asterisk for the host number to include all the ONS nodes on your network. Click OK to close each open dialog box.

Procedure: Disable Proxy Service Using Windows with Netscape

Step 1 Open Netscape.

Step 2 From the Edit menu, choose Preferences.

Step 3 In the Preferences dialog box under Category, select Advanced > Proxies.

Step 4 On the right side of the Preferences dialog box under Proxies, do one of the following:

•Select Direct connection to the Internet to bypass the proxy server, or

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Contents Using Cisco Transport Controller OverviewProcedure Install Netscape Windows Installing CTCPreparing PCs to Run CTC Procedure Install Netscape Solaris Procedure Extracting the CTC Version 2.3 Files for SolarisPreparing Solaris Workstations to Run CTC Procedure Install the Java Files Solaris If gzip required is not installed, install it now by typingRemove the intermediate tar files, for example Procedure Enable Applet Security for CTC Check Enable DNS for Windows Resolution Connecting PCs to the ONSProcedure Set Up a PC for Direct Connection Direct ConnectionsNetwork dialog boxes for Windows 95/98 and Windows NT Step Click Specify an IP addressTCP/IP Properties dialog box Gateway tab Windows 95/98 Settings Procedure Disable Proxy Service Using Windows with NetscapeLAN Connections Connecting to the ONS 15327 with TL1 Terminals Remote Access to the ONSLogging into CTC Procedure Log into the CTC Viewing CTCNode View Card Colors Node ViewCard Color Status Node View Tabs and Subtabs Description Network View Color Alarm StatusNode Status Background Image Action ProcedureNetwork View Actions Preferences Tabs Tab DescriptionChoose Create New Domain Procedure Create a New DomainCreating Domains Example of a customized map graphicCard View 10 The CTC card view showing an E10/100 cardToolbar and Menu Bar Options CTC NavigationTool Description Table Data Inventory Data Table Display Options Task Click Right-Click Shortcut Menu13 Viewing hardware information about installed cards Alarm Data Viewing ONS 15327 Alarms, Conditions, and EventsColumn Description Controlling Alarm Display Viewing Alarm History 15 Viewing current-session alarms and eventsRetrieving alarms Setting Up General Node InformationProcedure Set Up General Node Information Click the Provisioning General tabsClick Apply Procedure Set Up Network Information Setting Up General Network InformationChanging the IP Address 17 Entering network information Click Apply Setting Up ONS 15327 Security SnmpSecurity Level Idle Time Procedure Create New UsersONS 15327 Security Idle Times Click OKProcedure Edit User Security at the Network Level all nodes Procedure Edit User Security Node LevelClick the Provisioning Security tabs Setting Up Protection Groups Procedure Create Protection Groups for Optical CardsProcedure Edit Protection Groups Click the Maintenance Protection tabs Setting Up TimingProcedure Delete Protection Groups Click the Provisioning Protection tabsSSM Generation 1 Message Set Message Quality DescriptionProcedure Set Up ONS 15327 Timing SSM Generation 2 Message SetJuly Using Cisco Transport Controller Using Virtual Wires Setting Up External User-Provisionable AlarmsSetting timing parameters External Input Alarms Procedure Provision External Alarms24shows the External Alarms subtab Procedure Provision External Controls External Output ControlsCreating Alarm Profiles Example of the external alarm input and output processAlarming tab showing the default profile and a new profile Alarm Profile Buttons Heading DescriptionAlarm Profile Editing Options Procedure Create an Alarm ProfileClick the Provisioning Alarming tabs Button DescriptionClick the Provisioning DS1 or DS3 Alarming tabs Procedure Apply an Alarm Profile at the Card ViewProcedure Apply an Alarm Profile at the Node View Click Force still need to ApplyExportable CTC Table Data Printing and Exporting CTC DataView Tab Subtab Procedure Print CTC Data Procedure Export CTC DataDisplaying CTC Data in Other Applications 29 Exporting CTC data as Html Step
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ONS 15327 specifications

Cisco Systems ONS 15327 is a high-performance optical networking solution tailored for service providers and enterprises looking to enhance their optical communication infrastructure. This versatile platform is recognized for its robust performance, scalability, and flexibility, making it suitable for a wide array of applications ranging from broadband access to metropolitan area networking.

One of the standout features of the ONS 15327 is its ability to handle multiple data types over a single platform. It supports a rich array of protocols, including Ethernet and SONET/SDH, allowing service providers to deliver a diverse portfolio of services to their customers. This multiservice capability simplifies the network architecture, reducing operational complexity and costs.

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In conclusion, Cisco Systems ONS 15327 stands out as a powerful optical networking platform that combines versatility, scalability, and advanced management features. Its ability to support various protocols and harness optical technologies makes it an essential tool for organizations aiming to optimize their telecommunications infrastructure while minimizing costs and complexity.
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