Chapter 12 Configuring Inspection for Voice and Video Protocols

MGCP Inspection

Gateways and Call Agents

Configuration > Global Objects > Inspect Maps > MGCP > Gateways and Call Agents

The Gateways and Call Agents dialog box lets you configure groups of gateways and call agents for the map.

Fields

•Group ID—Identifies the ID of the call agent group. A call agent group associates one or more call agents with one or more MGCP media gateways. The gateway IP address can only be associated with one group ID. You cannot use the same gateway with different group IDs. The valid range is from 0 to 2147483647Criterion—Shows the criterion of the inspection.

•Gateways—Identifies the IP address of the media gateway that is controlled by the associated call agent. A media gateway is typically a network element that provides conversion between the audio signals carried on telephone circuits and data packets carried over the Internet or over other packet networks. Normally, a gateway sends commands to the default MGCP port for call agents, 2727.

•Call Agents—Identifies the IP address of a call agent that controls the MGCP media gateways in the call agent group. Normally, a call agent sends commands to the default MGCP port for gateways, 2427.

•Add—Displays the Add MGCP dialog box, which you can use to define a new application inspection map.

•Edit—Displays the Edit MGCP dialog box, which you can use to modify the application inspection map selected in the application inspection map table.

•Delete—Deletes the application inspection map selected in the application inspection map table.

Add/Edit MGCP Policy Map

Configuration > Global Objects > Inspect Maps > MGCP > MGCP Inspect Map > View

The Add/Edit MGCP Policy Map pane lets you configure the command queue, gateway, and call agent settings for MGCP application inspection maps.

Fields

•Name—When adding an MGCP map, enter the name of the MGCP map. When editing an MGCP map, the name of the previously configured MGCP map is shown.

•Description—Enter the description of the MGCP map, up to 200 characters in length.

•Command Queue—Tab that lets you specify the permitted queue size for MGCP commands.

–Command Queue Size—Specifies the maximum number of commands to queue. The valid range is from 1 to 2147483647.

•Gateways and Call Agents—Tab that lets you configure groups of gateways and call agents for this map.

–Group ID—Identifies the ID of the call agent group. A call agent group associates one or more call agents with one or more MGCP media gateways. The gateway IP address can only be associated with one group ID. You cannot use the same gateway with different group IDs. The valid range is from 0 to 2147483647Criterion—Shows the criterion of the inspection.

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ASA Services Module, ASA 5555-X, ASA 5545-X, ASA 5585-X, ASA 5580 specifications

Cisco Systems has long been a leader in the field of network security, and its Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) series is a testament to this expertise. Within the ASA lineup, models such as the ASA 5505, ASA 5580, ASA 5585-X, ASA 5545-X, and ASA 5555-X stand out for their unique features, capabilities, and technological advancements.

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Each of these Cisco ASA models brings specific advantages to varied environments. Their integrative capabilities enable businesses to enhance their security postures while benefiting from seamless scalability and management. As cybersecurity threats evolve, these advanced appliances play a vital role in protecting valuable digital assets.
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