Chapter 4 Cisco Transport Controller Operation

4.4 CTC Login

Table 4-1

Minimum Computer Requirements for CTC (continued)

 

 

 

Area

Requirements

Notes

 

 

 

Web browser

• PC: Netscape 4.76, Netscape 7.x,

For the PC, use JRE 1.4.2 or 5.0 with any

 

Internet Explorer 6.x

supported web browser. For UNIX, use JRE

 

• UNIX Workstation: Netscape

1.4.2 or 5.0with Netscape 7.x or JRE 1.3.1_02

 

with Netscape 4.76.

 

4.76, Netscape 7.x

 

 

 

 

Netscape 4.76 or 7.x is available at the

 

 

following site:

 

 

http://channels.netscape.com/ns/browsers/def

 

 

ault.jsp

 

 

Internet Explorer 6.x is available at the

 

 

following site: http://www.microsoft.com

 

 

 

Java Runtime

JRE 1.4.2 or 5.0

Though JRE 5.0 is compatible with Software

Environment

 

R7.2, JRE 1.4.2 is the JRE version installed by

 

 

the CTC Installation Wizard included on the

 

 

Cisco ONS 15600 software CD.

 

 

Cisco recommends that you use JRE 1.4.2 or

 

 

5.0 for networks with Software R7.2 nodes. If

 

 

CTC must be launched directly from nodes

 

 

running software earlier than R5.0, Cisco

 

 

recommends JRE 1.3.1_02.

 

 

 

Cable

Use a crossover or straight-through

A direct PC-to-ONS 15600 connection means

 

LAN (CAT-5) cable to connect:

your computer is physically connected to the

 

• The ONS 15600 to a hub using the

ONS 15600. This is most commonly done by

 

backplane RJ-45 ports, or to

connecting a LAN (CAT-5) straight-through

 

cable from your PC to the RJ-45 port on the

 

connect through a LAN.

 

TSC. However, direct connections include

 

• The ONS 15600 to a PC using the

 

connections to switches or hubs where the

 

backplane RJ-45 ports.

ONS 15600 is physically connected.

 

• The active TSC RJ-45 port to a

Note Use only the active TSC connector for

 

laptop or hub.

connectivity. If you connect to the

 

 

standby or switch TSCs, you will lose

 

 

connectivity. Cisco recommends that

 

 

you use the RJ-45 connector on the

 

 

Customer Access Panel (CAP) so that

 

 

connection to the ONS 15600 will not

 

 

be lost during a TSC switch.

 

 

 

4.4 CTC Login

After you have installed CTC, you can log in to a node using your browser. To log in, you must type the node IP address in the URL window. The CTC Login window appears.

The CTC Login window provides the following options to accelerate the login process.

•The Disable Network Discovery option omits the discovery of nodes with data communications channel (DCC) connectivity. To access all nodes with DCC connectivity, make sure that Disable Network Discovery is not checked. If you have network discovery disabled, CTC will not poll the

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ONS 15600 specifications

Cisco Systems ONS 15600 is a highly versatile optical networking platform designed to meet the demands of modern telecommunications and data services. This multiservice edge platform supports various transmission mediums and offers a wide array of features that enable efficient data transport. Ideal for service providers and large enterprises, the ONS 15600 is engineered to provide scalable and reliable optical transport solutions.

One of the notable features of the ONS 15600 is its capability to support multiple protocols, including SONET/SDH, Ethernet, OTN, and legacy TDM services. This flexibility allows users to tailor their networks according to specific service requirements while ensuring interoperability with existing infrastructure. The platform is designed to facilitate seamless service migration, accommodating both legacy and next-generation services.

The modular architecture of the ONS 15600 enhances its scalability. It allows for easy expansion by incorporating additional line cards or interface modules without requiring significant downtime. This modularity ensures that service providers can evolve their networks over time, responding to increasing bandwidth demands and new service offerings with ease.

Incorporating advanced technologies, the ONS 15600 employs Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM), significantly increasing the capacity of fiber networks by allowing multiple signals to be transmitted simultaneously over a single optical fiber. This capability helps to optimize fiber utilization and reduce operational costs. In addition, the platform supports Optical Transport Network (OTN) for improved error detection and correction, contributing to higher reliability and performance.

Another key characteristic of the ONS 15600 is its robust management capabilities. The platform can be managed through Cisco's Optical Networking Manager (ONM), providing a centralized interface for network configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. This enhances operational efficiency and minimizes downtime, allowing service providers to focus on delivering quality services to their customers.

The ONS 15600 also prioritizes security, offering various features like encryption and access control to safeguard sensitive data during transmission. With its combination of scalability, flexibility, and security, the Cisco ONS 15600 stands out as a reliable choice for organizations looking to enhance their optical networking capabilities while meeting the evolving demands of the digital landscape. Its commitment to quality and performance makes it a cornerstone of modern optical networks.
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