AT&T 585-300-903 Remote Networking, Network Planning, Audix Network Implementation, Introduction

Introduction 1-3

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REMOTE NETWORKING

In a remote network, AUDIX systems are integrated with more than one switch. The local system can be networked with up to 100 other remote AUDIX adjuncts. The local system is the one to which the administration terminal the system administrator is using is connected; all other systems are considered remote. These remote systems may be geographically distant, have different dial plans, and use different connections such as:

∙Digital Service (DS1) facilities between switches

∙Voice-grade (analog) facilities between switches

Any remote network can be mixed with a local network. Switches can use any public or private switched networking facility, or be a part of a Digital Communications System (DCS) network.

NETWORK PLANNING

Planning is an essential first step in setting up an AUDIX network. Network administration should not be started until the local AUDIX system is running smoothly. Network planning should begin as soon as the customer decides to network their AUDIX systems.

One person (perhaps someone also serving as the administrator of one of the AUDIX machines in the network) must serve as coordinator of the network. The network coordinator must establish and maintain a good line of communication with each of the remote system administrators in order to facilitate necessary cooperation and flow of information. Because every AUDIX machine within the network must be administered with information about any other AUDIX machine with which it will be exchanging messages, the network coordinator must be prepared to supply each local AUDIX system administrator with the information.

AUDIX NETWORK IMPLEMENTATION

Each AUDIX system in the network requires the following. Each item is explained in some detail on the following pages:

∙Specific releases of software.

∙AUDIX Communications Controller (ACC) or AUDIX Communications Controller Enhanced (ACCE) circuit pack.

∙Specific issues of supporting circuit packs.

∙Rear connector panel and backplane modifications.

∙New network cabling used with most types of networks. When unique cabling and equipment are required, they will be pointed out in chapters 2 through 7.

∙AUDIX system translations must be added.