
22Chapter 1: Introduction to the EIU
•EIU provisioning requirements
•billing
•service orders
•user interface characteristics
•logs, alarms, and operational measurements (OM)
Overview of the EIU
The EIU is an
The EIU is intended primarily as a
The following list summarizes the router and host services that use dedicated EIUs. For general information on ASUs, refer to “Appendix G: ASU background information”.
Note: The following applications may not be available in all product lines or markets. For more information, consult with the specific Product Line Manager or contact Nortel Networks.
•Automated directory assistance service (ADAS). ADAS provides assistance to an operator by automatically prompting subscribers for directory assistance information. ADAS uses the EIU to support messaging between an ADAS OA&M position and the
•Billing server. Billing server allows the
•Automatic file transfer (AFT) . The AFT application lets the operating company use TCP/IP to transport billing and operational measurement (OM) data from the
AFT is also referred to as Madley AFT. Limited availability.