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Chapter 4 Configuration	RIC-155Installation and Operation Manual

Transferring Configuration Files

Configuration files can be transferred between the RIC-155 and the host via TFTP.

To upload a configuration file

1.Follow the path: Main menu > File Utilities menu > SW & File Transfer > Via TFTP.

The Via TFTP menu appears.

2.From the Via TFTP menu, perform the following steps:

Select TFTP File Name and enter the name of the configuration file

Note

Note

The file name field may contain the file name of the user software *.img. Be sure to insert a different file name and extension so that the software file is not overwritten.

Select TFTP IP Server and enter the IP address of the TFTP server.

3.From the Via TFTP menu, select TFTP Command.

4.From the TFTP Command menu, select Upload Configuration to start uploading file to the host.

IP parameters of RIC-155 are retained during uploading and downloading of configuration files.

Note

Note

To download a configuration file

1.Follow the path: Main menu> File Utilities > SW & File Transfer > Via TFTP. The Via TFTP menu appears.

2.From the Via TFTP menu, perform the following steps:

Select TFTP File Name and enter the name of the configuration file.

The file name field may contain the file name of the user software *.img. Be sure to insert the configuration file name and extension.

Select TFTP IP Server and enter the IP address of the TFTP server.

3.From the Via TFTP menu, select TFTP Command.

4.From the TFTP Command menu, select Download Configuration to start downloading file from the host.

Once the download is complete, RIC-155 performs a reset.

IP parameters of RIC-155 are retained during uploading and downloading of configuration files. If the configuration file is downloaded to a different RIC-155 then change the IP settings to keep them unique (see Configuring the Host Parameters).

Displaying the Software Version

You can display the information on the software revision of the local or remote units. The information includes a description of the active program, which is currently being used by RIC-155, and also details of the backup software.

To display the software version:

•Follow the path: Main Menu > File Utilities > File System >SW.

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Contents RIC-155 Page RIC-155 Limited Warranty General Safety Instructions Please observe the following precautionsConnection of AC Mains General Safety PracticesConnection of DC Mains Ports Safety Status Connection of Data and Telecommunications CablesElectromagnetic Compatibility EMC Canadian Emission Requirements ConventionsProduct Name SafetyManufacturers Name Manufacturers Address Supplementary InformationConfiguring RIC-155 Installing RIC-155Quick Start Guide Configuring RIC-155 To configure RIC-155Contents Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Appendix A. Connector Wiring Appendix B. Traffic SeparationVersions Chapter IntroductionOverview ApplicationSTM-1/OC-3c Interface Features10/100BaseT Interface Fiber Optic Interface OptionsInternal Bridge Alarm RelayManagement Status ReportingPhysical Description RIC-155 3D ViewRIC-155 Block Diagram Functional DescriptionTechnical Specifications Alarm Types Major and minor Connector DB-9, female Temperature 50C / 32-122F Humidity Up to 90%, non-condensingIntroduction Introduction Chapter Installation and SetupSite Requirements and Prerequisites Package Contents Connecting the Interface CablesConnecting AC Power Connecting the Power CableConnecting DC Power Connecting the Power Cable Turning On RIC-155 Controls and IndicatorsChapter Operation To turn on RIC-155RIC-155 LEDs RIC-155 Normal Indicator StatusIndicator Status Name Function LocationDefault Settings RIC-155 Default SettingsManaging RIC-155 via Terminal Port Configuration AlternativesParameter Default Value UplinkStarting Terminal Session for a First Time Managing RIC-155 via Ethernet PortsPreparing the Terminal To prepare RIC-155 for network managementTo start a ConfiguRAD session Navigating the Management Menus Loging onTo enter the user name and password Menu MapCorrecting Entries To choose an option ConfiguRAD sessionChoosing Options To choose an option terminal sessionNavigating Tables Turning Off RIC-155Logging Out Operation Turning Off RIC-155 To access the Configuration menu Chapter ConfigurationConfiguring RIC-155 for Management To access the Management menuEntering Device Information To enter device informationConfiguring the Host Parameters To define the IP parametersConfiguring the Network Managers To configure the network managersControlling the Management Access To define the management access methodConfiguring the RIC-155 for Operation To enable or disable management portsConfiguring the Clock Source Configuring Control Port ParametersConfiguring the Security Timeout Enabling and Disabling Pop-up AlarmsChanging the Control Port Data Rate Configuring the Ethernet Interface Configuring the Physical PortsConfiguring the STM-1/OC-3c Interface 10E-5,10E-6,10E-7,10E-8,10E-9 10E-3,10E-4,10E-5J1 Path Trace Line Signal Degraded Error Uplink Port Signal LossLine Excessive Error Defect Uplink Port Loss of SignalTo configure the Fast Ethernet bridge Configuring the Internal BridgeConfiguring Fast Ethernet Bridge Mbps, 8 Mbps, No LimitTo access the Bridge Port menu Configuring the Bridge PortsConfiguring Ethernet Management and Data Bridge Ports To configure the Ethernet management and data bridge portsConfiguring the POS Bridge Port To configure the POS portDisplaying the System Status Displaying the RIC-155 StatusTo display the system information Displaying the Ethernet Port Status Displaying the Port StatusTo display the Ethernet port status To display the STM-1/OC-3c port status Displaying the STM-1/OC-3c Port StatusDATA/MNG Port Status Parameters Parameters ValuesAdditional Tasks Changing the PasswordTo change the current password STM-1/OC-3c Port Status Parameters21. User Access Menu Displaying the RIC-155 InventoryInstalling a New Software Release via Tftp Installing Software ReleasesTo install a new software release via Tftp Installing a New Software Release via Xmodem To install a new software release via XmodemTo download a configuration file Transferring Configuration FilesTo upload a configuration file Displaying the Software VersionResetting RIC-155 Switching Software VersionsTo switch software versions To reset RIC-155 to the defaults Resetting RIC-155 to Factory DefaultsResetting RIC-155 To reset RIC-155Displaying the Ethernet Statistics Chapter Troubleshooting DiagnosticsMonitoring Performance To display the Ethernet statisticsDisplaying SDH/SONET Statistics To display the current SDH/SONET statisticsUplink Statistics Screen, Display Description RangeUasl RCV Abort To display SDH/SONET statistics for all intervals 1explains all SDH/SONET statistics parametersPower-Up Self-Test Detecting ErrorsHandling Alarms Front Panel LEDsWorking with the Log File Displaying System AlarmsTo display the system alarms To display the event log fileTo configure the alarm severity Configuring Alarm SeverityTo clear the event log RIC-155 Alarms and Warnings Masking Port AlarmsTo mask RIC-155 alarms Terminal Message Description SeverityRIC-155 Events Number Terminal Message DescriptionTroubleshooting and Diagnostics Handling Alarms Alarm Relay Connector Appendix a Connector WiringEthernet Connectors Table A-1. ETH and MNG-ETH Connector PinoutTable A-3. Control Connector Pinout Control ConnectorTable A-2. Alarm Connector Pinout Pin Alarm Relay FunctionNone Appendix B Traffic SeparationPort-Based Traffic Separation MNG onlyAll Port-Based/VLAN-Based Traffic SeparationLocal Mng Only Tagging Modes of the Bridge Ports Default TaggingTable B-1. Default Tagging Modes Uplink and Host PortsInternal Operation Modes of the Bridge Ports Forwarding Mode Port FilterManagement Access Mode None MNG Only All Local MNG Only NoneMNG Only AllManaging RIC-155 via MNG Port Configuring for a Typical ApplicationLocal MNG Only Managing RIC-155 via Data Port Figure B-9. Managing RIC-155 via MNG PortFigure B-10. Managing RIC-155 via Data Port Index RADview-Lite,3-5 STM-1/OC-3c interface, 1-2,1-6Customer Response Form Excellent Good Fair Poor Very PoorPage Error Report Page Page International Headquarters