Patton electronic 2996, 2960 user manual Operation and shutdown

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Model 2960/2996 RAS User Manual

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Connecting the Ethernet ports

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Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet switch or hub

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Connecting the 10/100Base-T Ethernet port to an Ethernet-capable workstation

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Connecting the EIA-561RS-232 configuration port

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Connecting to the T1/E1/PRI WAN ports

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Completing the hardware installation

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3 Configuring the RAS for operation

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Introduction

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Configuration prerequisites

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Preparing the RAS for configuration

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Configuring the RAS with a Web browser

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Opening the RAS Web Administration Pages

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Home page overview

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Configuring simple authentication

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No Validation

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A Static User

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Configuring dial-in user information

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Configuring the default gateway

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Configuring line settings and signaling for E1

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Configuring the line settings

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Setting the line signaling for an E1/PRI (ISDN) line

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Setting the line signaling for an E1/R2 line

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Channel assignment

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Configuring line settings and signaling for T1

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Configuring the line settings

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Setting the line signaling for an ISDN/PRI line

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Setting the line signaling for a robbed-bit T1 line

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Channel assignment

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Saving your configuration

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Completing the installation

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Operation and shutdown

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Introduction

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Activating the RAS

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De-activating the RAS

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Troubleshooting and maintenance

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Introduction

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Fault analysis

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Periodic maintenance

55

 

Calibration

55

 

Maintenance

55

 

Replacing the RAS

55

 

Exporting the current RAS configuration

55

 

Removing the defective RAS

57

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Contents Remote Access Server RAS Mailsupport@patton.com Contents Operation and shutdown Contacting Patton for assistance Industry Canada Notice Radio and TV InterferenceFCC Information FCC Part 68 Compliance Statement CE NoticeAudience StructureTypographical conventions used in this document PrecautionsGeneral conventions Mouse conventions Chapter contents IntroductionModel 2960/2996 Remote Access Server overview Model 2960/2996 RAS Ultra Red version shownHardware overview WANSignaling Power systemTemperature ModemsManagement services Physical dimensionsSecurity LED display Model 2960/2996 front panel LEDsApprovals Software overview Software overviewHardware installation Introduction RAS chassis installationUnpacking the Model 2960/2996 RAS Installing the power cables Cable installationAttaching the cable retainer clip Power cable retainer clip Grounding the Model 2960/2996Connecting the Ethernet ports Model 2960/2996 network and configuration portsConnecting the EIA-561 RS-232 configuration port Connecting to the T1/E1/PRI WAN portsCompleting the hardware installation T1/E1/PRI RJ-48C pinout diagramConfiguring the RAS for operation Configuration prerequisites Preparing the RAS for configurationConfigure 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 page overview Home page window panesImmediate Actions buttons Configuring simple authentication No ValidationAuthentication Configuration window Static UserConfiguring dial-in user information Dial-in main windowModify Dial-In window, Login section Configuring the default gateway Modify Dial-In window, Domain Name Server sectionConfiguring line settings and signaling for E1 T1/E1 Link Activity windowConfiguring the line settings Pinout for loopback to test WAN portSetting the line signaling for an E1/PRI Isdn line Setting the line signaling for an E1/R2 lineMFR Version 2 Modify window Configuring line settings and signaling for T1 Channel assignmentSetting the line signaling for an ISDN/PRI line Setting the line signaling for a robbed-bit T1 lineSaving your configuration Import/Export main window Completing the installation Configuring the RAS for operation Operation and shutdown Activating the RAS De-activating the RASTroubleshooting and maintenance Symptoms Fault analysis PowerEthernet Periodic maintenance MaintenanceExporting the current RAS configuration CalibrationMaintenance Removing the defective RAS Verifying the hardware installation Installing the replacement RASImporting a saved configuration Configure the COM port settings as shown in figure Press Return to display the login window see figure Actions Completing the installation Contacting Patton for assistance Warranty coverage Out-of-warranty serviceContact information Returns for creditRMA numbers Return for credit policyShipping instructions

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