Hughes HN7700S manual Introduction, Scope and audience HN router overview

Chapter 1

Introduction

Scope and audience

HN router overview

This manual explains how to install, commission, and service the Hughes HN7700S as a Terrestrial Broadband Router (HN router). The manual also includes installation information for the DSL and T-1 transport methods used with the HN router. This chapter discusses the following topics:

•Scope and audience on page 1

•HN router overview on page 1

•Router specifications on page 2

•Commissioning on page 3

•Installation and commissioning steps on page 4

The HN7700S has dual functions. This manual covers the HN7700S’ function as a router. It is also used as a VSAT terminal.

This manual is intended for use by the following audiences:

•Professional installers

•Installer trainers, who prepare separate instructions for the installers

•Call center operators, who respond to customers’ calls

•Call center trainers, who train call center operators

This manual is intended for use in the United States and Canada. Certain information may vary depending on the customer’s location. This manual identifies such differences where applicable.

In this guide, the term HN router refers to the HN7700S acting as a router. Transport devices refer to the Siemens 4100/4101 SpeedStream Modem or the ADTRAN Total Access 660R T-1 line.

The HN router, as shown in Figure 1 on page 2, is a standalone unit that provides an integrated broadband LAN solution to platforms running IP over Ethernet. The HN router provides two 10/100 LAN ports with one being used for local LAN connectivity and one being used for WAN connectivity. The Ethernet LAN port can be connected via a straight-through or

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