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Multiserver 5000

2. Introduction

2.1 The Multiserver 5000 (Base Unit)

The Multiserver 5000 is a communications-network multiplexor. It integrates data, voice, fax, and external LAN bridge network traffic for transmission over a single leased line, eliminating the need for individual telephone lines and

separate pieces of equipment to transmit these four different types of signals.

The base unit (MX219A) comes with the Communications Control Module (CCM), universal power supply, an AC power cord, and this manual.

The CCM has six ports. You can configure up to

Voice

Data

Fax

LAN

TERMINALBRIDGE

SERVER

Figure 2-1. The Multiserver acts as your communication hub.

Different types of data are integrated and then transmitted over one link.

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