Compatible Systems 900i Getting Started, Network Installation, CompatiView Software Installation

2 Chapter 1 - Introduction

In short, the installation steps are:

1.Install the MicroRouter hardware and connect it to a line commu- nication device (including a modem, 56K CSU/DSU, or ISDN Ter- minal Adapter).

2.Select the management method you wish to use with the router. If you want to use the CompatiView management software, you must install the software on a Windows PC which is connected to your network.

3.Configure the MicroRouter LAN and WAN parameters using the management method you have chosen.

The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you with the basic information you will need to use the MicroRouter 900i on your network. For the latest documentation on Compatible Systems products, including the most current version of this manual, visit the Technical Support section of our Web site at: http://www.compatible.com.

Chapter 2 - Getting Started

This part of the manual describes the contents of the MicroRouter 900i package and emphasizes the preparation and equipment you will need to install the router.

Chapter 3 - Network Installation

This part of the manual includes step-by-step instructions on how to physically install the MicroRouter 900i and connect it to your local Ethernet and your wide area network. Instructions are included for thick, thin, and twisted-pair Ethernet environments as well as modems, 56K CSU/DSUs, and ISDN terminal adapters.

Chapter 4 - CompatiView Software Installation

This part of the manual describes how to install CompatiView, Compat- ible Systems’ GUI (Graphical User Interface) management software which is included with your router.

Chapter 5 - Command Line Preparation

This part of the manual provides basic instructions on setting up command line management and text-based configuration.

Chapter 6 - Basic Configuration Guide

This part of the manual provides a list of parameters that must be entered into a router for proper operation.