Nortel Networks 1500 Quick Start, Guided Configuration, Manage Extranet Switch, Registration

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Managing the Switch

Quick Start

Click to begin the Quick Start Configuration. This option allows you to configure interfaces, set up PPTP tunnels for up to three users, and establish a connection to the Switch. Provided you have the information required to set up the Switch, the Quick Start can take as little as 15 minutes to complete.

Guided Configuration

Click to begin the Guided Configuration. This option allows access to all Configuration Management facilities. However, the design and structure of the Guided Configuration is best followed using the top-to-bottom layout provided. This approach walks you through the entire Navigational Menu from the Profiles to the Status selections.

Each functional area begins with a summary of the objectives and then steps you through the area (such as, Profiles), one subsection at a time.

Online context-sensitive Help is available for each subsection.

Provided you have the information required to set up the Switch, the Guided Configuration can to take two to three hours to complete, depending on whether your configuration is simple or more complicated.

Manage Extranet Switch

Click to begin a standard configuration and management session. This option allows access to all configuration management facilities. You should follow the Quick Start or Guided Configuration for your first configuration.

Registration

Click to register the Switch with Nortel Networks. This only take a few minutes and gives you access to the latest software and technical tips. Your Switch requires Internet access in order to register.

Notebook

Click to activate the notebook display mode. The Contivity Extranet Switch Manager then runs in notebook display mode, which better fits notebook displays.

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Contents Part No -B Rev February Copyright 2000 Nortel Networks, Inc Accuracy NoticeTrademarks Restricted Rights LegendContents Chapter Assigning a System Identity Chapter Extranet Access Client Installation Page Preface Documentation ConventionsText User InterfaceHelp Button Related Publications Related PublicationsNortel Networks Technical Publications Technical Solutions Center Telephone Number Nortel Networks Customer ServiceSwitch Introducing the Contivity Extranet SwitchAn Intranet and the Internet Make Up an Extranet Shows a front view of the Switch Components List Selecting a Site Chapter Preparing Your SiteSwitch Power ON/OFF Safety GuidelinesCheck the Voltage Switch Hazardous Conditions Inside the SwitchExternal Vent Cooling and Airflow Page Chapter Cabling the Switch Extranet Switch Back View Connecting the CablesWall Outlet Connector Power Cord RequirementsPower Supply Connector Current RatingConnector Pinouts LAN Interface ConnectionsLAN Speed Selection DB26S-to-V.35 Cable Pinouts Single V.35 WAN Interface OptionalM0-SIGNAL Ground M1-SIGNAL Ground T1 CSU/DSU Cable Pinouts T1 CSU/DSU WAN Interface OptionalSerial Interface Cable Optional Multi-DB-9 and DB-25 Connector PinoutsLAN Port LED Indicators Understanding the LEDsLAN Port LEDs Single V.35 LEDs Single V.35 LED IndicatorsT1 CSU/DSU LEDs T1 CSU/DSU LED Indicator10/100BASE-TX LAN LEDs 10/100BASE-TX LAN LED Card IndicatorsChapter Assigning a System Identity Initial Configuration OptionsDefault Gateway Optional Startup Configuration RequirementsManagement IP Address Subnet MaskIP Address Configuration Utility Running the IP Configuration UtilityRequirements Serial Number Search Display Assigning a System Identity Prerequisites Serial Interface ConfigurationProcedure Sample Serial Interface Display Display Setting Chapter Managing the SwitchRecommended Web Browsers Platforms SupportedPreparing for Configuration Configuration Alternatives Extranet Switch Welcome DisplaySwitch Welcome Display Manage Extranet Switch Guided ConfigurationQuick Start RegistrationLogging in and Supplying a Password Quick Start Prerequisites Display Quick Start Configuration PrerequisitesRequired Environment Point-to-Point Tunnel Protocol Pptp tunnel access methodPost Configuration Testing Quick Start Configuration Display ConfigurationInterfaces Default GatewayIP Address Subnet MaskPptp Users PasswordPublic PrivateAdministrator Confirm PasswordRemote User Static IP Address Date and Time Automatic BackupDate TimeWindows Chapter Extranet Access Client InstallationPage Windows 98 and Windows NT Page Physical Appendix a Specifications and ComplianceOperating Environment Declaration of the Manufacturer or ImporterSafety Compliance Electromagnetic Compatibility EMCHarmonics Statement of Conditions Appendix B Special NoticesPage Nortel Networks NA, Inc. Software License Agreement Page Special Notices Radius Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service Special Notices Page Numerics IndexIndex-2 Index-3