Hardware Features

Features

Fiber Interface

The LCS60 supports a single multiplexed fiber interface to the data switch CPM- HS module. This is a distinct advantage in terms of cable management and efficiency over traditional terminal servers which require separate asynchronous connections.

Network Security

Complete network security is achieved through the Lucent Technologies Network Access Control (NAC) System. When a data-switch connected modem accepts a call from a remote user, a PDD can force that user to authenticate through a NAC. Once authenticated, the user can request a TCP gateway session or a remote access session (such as ARAP, PPP, or SLIP) with an LCS60 by means of a simple dialstring. From the LAN, all sessions bound for the data switch network can be forced to be authenticated by means of the TCP service port feature.

Additionally, the LCS60 supports a first-time authentication option with the NAC. This option requires the LAN users to authenticate only once with the NAC as long as the TCP/Async session remains open with the LCS60. The actual duration time of an authenticated session is a NAC-dependent variable. Therefore, consult the NAC documentation (refer to the section Reference Documentation in this chapter) for complete details on this feature.

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