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Chapter 2 Installing and Configuring the Cisco Physical Access Gateway

Configuring and Managing the Gateway Using a Direct Connection

Configuring and Managing the Gateway Using a Direct Connection

To enable the Gateway communication with the Cisco PAM appliance, connect a PC to the ETH1 port and use a web browser to enter basic network settings, as described in this section. You can also use the web administration tool to perform basic administration and monitoring tasks, such as upgrading the module firmware or displaying the module serial number.

This section includes the following information:

•Understanding Network Time Protocol (NTP) Settings

•Connecting a PC to the Gateway

•Entering the Gateway Network Settings

•Changing the User Password

•Upgrading the Gateway Firmware Using a Direct Connection

•Displaying Serial Numbers and Other Information

Tip You can also use the Cisco PAM desktop software to enter network settings and upgrade firmware images. See the “Configuring the Gateway Using the Cisco Physical Access Manager” section on page 2-23.

Understanding Network Time Protocol (NTP) Settings

Cisco Systems strongly recommends using a network time protocol (NTP) server to synchronize the date and time clock on each Gateway module, and on the Cisco PAM appliance. This ensures that events and messages between the server and the Gateway modules are in sync. If the time and date are not synchronized, inconsistent system behavior can occur.

We strongly recommend using the same NTP server setting for the Cisco PAM appliance, and for all Gateway modules.

•Gateways can receive the NTP server setting from a DHCP server, or by using the Cisco PAM desktop software.

–To enter the Gateway DHCP settings, see the “Entering the Gateway Network Settings” section on page 2-17.

–If DHCP is used to define the Gateway NTP server, any NTP settings defined using the Cisco PAM desktop software will not apply (the DHCP configuration takes precedence).

–To enter the NTP setting for a single Gateway using Cisco PAM desktop software, choose Hardware from the Doors menu, right-click a Gateway module, and choose Set Gateway Address.

–Beginning with Cisco PAM Release 1.3.0, you can also change the NTP server setting for multiple Gateways (Right-click the Access GW Driver and choose the Set NTP Server command). See the Cisco Physical Access Manager User Guide for instructions.

•To enter the NTP setting on the Cisco PAM server, use the Cisco PAM web administration tool. See the Cisco Physical Access Manager User Guide for instructions.

 

 

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Contents Americas Headquarters Cisco Physical Access Gateway User GuideCisco Physical Access Gateway User Guide N T E N T S Safety Warnings Environmental Specifications A-1 Contents Cisco Physical Access Gateway User Guide Preface Safety WarningsViii Overview Cisco Physical Access Gateway Feature BenefitSystem Overview Related Documentation Support for Multiple Cisco Physical Access GatewaysCisco Physical Access Manager Optional Expansion Modules 30VDC Module FeaturesCan Bus Connections for Optional Modules Installation and Configuration Summary Typical Wire Function Wires Gauge Type Use Door Device Wiring RequirementsUnderstanding Supervised and Unsupervised Input Devices Example of a Supervised Door Sensor Current Draw Requirements Power Options and RequirementsPower Options Module Power over Ethernet PoE Through 24V DCConnect Reader Devices with Module Power Off Installing Surge Suppressors on Output Device ConnectionsWall Mounting a Gateway or Optional Module Mounting a Gateway or Optional ModuleWall Mount Installation Kit Contents OL-20932-02 Contents Overview Cisco Physical Access GatewayPhysical Overview and Port Description Package ContentsCisco Physical Access Gateway Ports and Connectors Top View LED Status StatusDescription Input Port LEDs Status DescriptionInstalling the Cisco Physical Access Gateway ProcedureBefore You Begin Power Connections for the Cisco Physical Access Gateway Chassis One Reader First Reader in a Label Description Wire ConnectionHcrd 271592 271593 CAN+ 271591 Understanding Network Time Protocol NTP Settings Connecting a PC to the Gateway 12 Login Screen for the Cisco Physical Access Gateway Entering the Gateway Network Settings13 Network Settings for the Cisco Physical Access Gateway Enter the Current Password Enter the New Password Changing the User Password15 Image Management for the Cisco Physical Access Gateway Upgrading the Gateway Firmware Using a Direct ConnectionOption 2 Remote Tftp Server Option 1 Local DiskDisplaying Serial Numbers and Other Information Installing and Configuring the Cisco Physical Access Gateway Resetting the Cisco Physical Access Gateway Soft Reset PowercycleHard Reset Restore Factory Defaults Connecting a Cisco Reader Module Door Related Hardware Cisco Reader Module Ports and Connectors Cisco Reader Module Ports and Connectors Top View Cisco Physical Access Gateway User Guide OL-20932-02 Status LEDs Installing the Cisco Reader ModulePower Connection for the Cisco Reader Module 271600 +12v PWR red Output RED brown GRN orange 271592 271593 Connecting a Cisco Input Module Can connection Additional Connector plugs Cisco Input Module Ports and Connectors Top View Installing the Cisco Input Module Power Connections for the Input and Output Modules Can Connections Input and Output Modules 1K,, 1% Connecting a Cisco Output Module Connecting a Cisco Output Module Package Contents Cisco Output Module Ports and Connectors Cisco Output Module Ports and Connectors Top View Output Module LEDs Installing the Cisco Output Module Power Connections for the Cisco Output Module CAN+ Cisco Physical Access Gateway User Guide OL-20932-02 OL-20932-02 Statement 1071-Warning Definition Safety WarningsAvvertenza Importanti Istruzioni Sulla Sicurezza Warnung Wichtige SicherheitshinweiseGuarde Estas Instruções Aviso Instruções Importantes DE SegurançaGEM Disse Anvisninger Page Statement 369-Power over Ethernet PoE Ieee 802.3af Statement 353-This Product Must be Connected Appendix 6 Safety Warnings Statement 1040-Product Disposal Statement 1004-Installation Instructions Cisco Physical Access Gateway User Guide OL-20932-02 Gateway Environmental SpecificationsEnvironmental Specifications for the Cisco Input Module Environmental Specifications for the Cisco Reader ModuleEnvironmental Specifications for the Cisco Output Module OL-20932-02
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