2 Chapter 1 - Introduction
In short, the installation steps are:
1. Install the RISC Router hardware and connect it to one or more
line communication devices (including 56K CSU/DSU’s, ISDN
Terminal Adapters, and fractional or full T1/E1 CSU/DSU’s).
2. Select the management method you wish to use with the router. If
you want to use the CompatiView management software, you must
install the software on a Windows PC which is connected to your
network.
3. Configure the RISC Router LAN and WAN parameters using the
management method you have chosen.
If you have any difficulties during the installation or use of the RISC
Router that are not answered by this guide, please visit the technical
support section of our Web site (http://www.compatible.com). There
you will find the latest versions of product documentation in addition to
technical notes and white papers, detailed setup guides for specific
protocols, and a series of FAQ’s. You can also request technical
support by filling out a brief form. Technical support requests received
via the Web form will receive expedited treatment. You may also call
Compatible Systems Corporation or your RISC Router 3500R reseller.
Compatible Systems’ phone number is listed on the front of this guide.
We will be happy to help you.
The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you
with the basic information you will need to use the RISC Router 3500R
on your network.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started
This part of the manual describes the contents of the RISC Router
3500R package and emphasizes the preparation and equipment you will
need to install the router.
Chapter 3 - Hardware Installation
This part of the manual includes step-by-step instructions on how to
physically install the RISC Router 3500R and connect it to your local
Ethernet and your wide area network(s). Instructions are included for
twisted-pair Ethernet environments as well as 56K CSU/DSU’s, ISDN
terminal adapters, and fractional or full T1/E1 CSU/DSU’s.
Chapter 4 - CompatiView Software Installation
This part of the manual describes how to install CompatiView, Compat-
ible Systems’ GUI (Graphical User Interface) management software
which is included with your router.