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1-22 CHAPTER 1: GETTING STARTED
Connecting to the WAN
If you intend to use a permanent leased line connection, you can connect to a WAN Network Terminating Unit (NTU) fitted by your WAN service supplier. Using a suitable WAN cable (as described in Appendix B) connect one end to the WAN port on the AccessBuilder 500 unit and the other to the NTU. For details of configuring the AccessBuilder 500 for use with a WAN, see “Setting Up a WAN Link” on page
Connecting to the Voice Port
You can connect a standard telephone handset or other analog telephony equipment, such as a a fax or answering machine, can be connected to the port marked VOICE if required.
Some service providers offer Basic Rate ISDN connections with a single
The Voice port has a British Telecom phone socket. Use the BT to RJ11 converter supplied with the unit to connect voice equipment outside the UK.
A dial tone is not provided to the handset if the ISDN line is not operational or has been disconnected.
Connecting a Management Terminal
Connect the Manager cable to the MANAGER port on the rear of the unit. Connect the other end to the serial COM port on your PC workstation. See Figure
When you have connected a management terminal, you can configure the AccessBuilder 500 to communicate with the remote site(s). See “Quick Configuration” on page