Compatible Systems 3500R manual Getting Started, Hardware Installation

Page 8

2

Chapter 1 - Introduction

 

 

In short, the installation steps are:

1.Install the RISC Router hardware and connect it to one or more line communication devices (including 56K CSU/DSU’s, ISDN Terminal Adapters, and fractional or full T1/E1 CSU/DSU’s).

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 RISC Router LAN and WAN parameters using the management method you have chosen.

If you have any difficulties during the installation or use of the RISC Router that are not answered by this guide, please visit the technical support section of our Web site (http://www.compatible.com). There you will find the latest versions of product documentation in addition to technical notes and white papers, detailed setup guides for specific protocols, and a series of FAQ’s. You can also request technical support by filling out a brief form. Technical support requests received via the Web form will receive expedited treatment. You may also call Compatible Systems Corporation or your RISC Router 3500R reseller. Compatible Systems’ phone number is listed on the front of this guide. We will be happy to help you.

The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you with the basic information you will need to use the RISC Router 3500R on your network.

Chapter 2 - Getting Started

This part of the manual describes the contents of the RISC Router 3500R package and emphasizes the preparation and equipment you will need to install the router.

Chapter 3 - Hardware Installation

This part of the manual includes step-by-step instructions on how to physically install the RISC Router 3500R and connect it to your local Ethernet and your wide area network(s). Instructions are included for twisted-pair Ethernet environments as well as 56K CSU/DSU’s, ISDN terminal adapters, and fractional or full T1/E1 CSU/DSU’s.

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.

Image 8
Contents Risc Router 3500R Installation Guide Page Getting Started Hardware InstallationIntroduction Basic Configuration Guide CompatiView Software InstallationLink Configuration Smds Addressing Appendix a Shipping Defaults Systems Appendix E Terms and ConditionsRisc Router 3500R Installation Overview IntroductionAbout the Risc Router 3500R IntroductionGetting Started Hardware InstallationCompatiView Software Installation Appendices Introduction Command Line PreparationBasic Configuration Guide Page Warranty and Service Getting StartedFew Notes Please Read The ManualsNeeded For Installation What You Will Need To Get StartedSupplied with the Risc Router 3500R Ethernet Connection RequirementsTelco Line Connection Requirements Getting Started Thick Ethernet10BaseT Twisted-Pair Ethernet InterfaceGetting Started Hardware Installation Mounting the RouterConnecting the Router to the Ethernet Connecting a Line Device to the Risc Router 3500R Connecting an Out-of-Band Management ConsolePowering Up the Router Connecting Devices to the V.35 InterfacesHardware Installation System Requirements Installation and OperationCompatiView for Windows Transport Protocols and CompatiView Command Line Management Out-of-Band Command Line ManagementTemporarily Reconfiguring a Host for Command Line Management Setting Up Telnet OperationCommand Line Management Page Basic Configuration Guide Ethernet Interface Configuration IP ProtocolRequired for IP Suggested for IPDECnet Protocol IPX ProtocolAppleTalk Protocol Suggested for DECnet WAN Interface ConfigurationPhysical Communications Settings Link Configuration Required for Dedicated/Leased Line OperationSuggested for Dedicated/Leased Line Operation Required for Dial-On-Demand OperationSuggested for Dial-On-Demand Operation IPX Protocol DECnet Protocol Basic Configuration Guide Suggested for DECnet Frame Relay Dlci MappingsRequired for IP Numbered Interface Required for IP Unnumbered InterfaceBasic Configuration Guide Suggested for IP TB Use configure and set the Mode keyword in the DECnet WAN Smds Configuration Smds AddressingSaving a Configuration File to Flash ROM Appendix a Shipping Defaults Default PasswordEthernet Interface WAN InterfacesAppleTalk Defaults Link & Physical DefaultsAppendix B Connector and Cable Pin Outs Pin Outs for DB-26 to V.35 Male CablePin Outs for DIN-8 to RS-232 Console Cable DTE/ Female Power On, No Traffic Traffic Indicators Ethernet LED BarOther Indicators on All LED Bars Risc Router 3500R LED PatternsRisc Router 3500R Switch Settings Appendix C LED Patterns and Test Switch SettingsAppendix D Downloading Software From Compatible Systems Page Appendix E Terms Conditions Appendix E Terms and ConditionsAppendix E Terms and Conditions Appendix E Terms and Conditions