Chapter 4: Configuring your MVPGSM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ethernet/IP Parameter Definitions

 

 

 

 

 

Description

 

Field Name

Values

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ethernet Parameters

 

 

 

Packet Prioritization

Y/N

 

Select to activate prioritization under 802.1p protocol (described below).

 

(802.1p)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Must be set to match network’s frame type. Default is Type II.

 

Frame Type

Type II, SNAP

 

 

802.1p

A draft standard

of the IEEE about data traffic prioritization on Ethernet networks. The 802.1p

 

 

 

draft is an extension of the 802.1D bridging standard. 802.1D determines how prioritization

 

 

 

will operate within a MAC-layer bridge for any kind of media. The 802.1Q draft for virtual

 

 

 

local-area-networks (VLANs) addresses the issue of prioritization for Ethernet networks in

 

 

 

particular.

 

 

 

 

 

802.1p enacts this Quality-of-Service feature using 3 bits. This 3-bit code allows data switches

 

 

 

to reorder packets based on priority level. The descriptors for the 8 priority levels are given

 

 

 

below.

 

 

 

 

 

802.1p PRIORITY LEVELS:

 

 

 

LOWEST PRIORITY

 

 

 

1 – Background: Bulk transfers and other activities permitted on the network, but should not

 

 

 

affect the use of network by other users and applications.

 

 

 

2 – Spare: An unused (spare) value of the user priority.

 

 

 

0 – Best Effort (default): Normal priority for ordinary LAN traffic.

 

 

 

3 – Excellent Effort: The best effort type of service that an information services organization

 

 

 

would deliver to its most important customers.

 

 

 

4 – Controlled Load: Important business applications subject to some form of “Admission

 

 

 

Control”, such as preplanning of Network requirement, characterized by bandwidth

 

 

 

reservation per flow.

 

 

 

5 – Video: Traffic characterized by delay < 100 ms.

 

 

 

6 – Voice: Traffic characterized by delay < 10 ms.

 

 

 

7 - Network Control: Traffic urgently needed to maintain and support network

 

 

 

infrastructure.

 

 

 

HIGHEST PRIORITY

 

 

 

 

 

Sets the priority for signaling packets. 0 is lowest priority.

 

Call Control Priority

0-7

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sets the priority for media packets. 0 is lowest priority.

 

VOIP Media Priority

0-7

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sets the priority for SMTP, DNS, DHCP, and other packet types. 0 is lowest

 

Others (Priorities)

0-7, where 0 is

 

 

 

 

lowest priority

 

priority.

 

 

 

 

 

The 802.1Q IEEE standard allows virtual LANs to be defined within a

 

VLAN ID

1 - 4094

 

 

 

 

 

 

network. This field identifies each virtual LAN by number.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IP Parameter fields

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Descriptor of current VOIP unit to distinguish it from other units in system.

 

Gateway Name

 

alphanumeric

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol is a method for assigning IP address

 

Enable DHCP

 

Y/N

 

 

 

 

disabled by

 

and other IP parameters to computers on the IP network in a single message

 

 

 

default

 

with great flexibility. IP addresses can be static or temporary depending on

 

 

 

 

 

the needs of the computer.

 

 

 

 

 

The unique IP address assigned to the MultiVOIP GSM. Default is

 

IP Address

 

n.n.n.n

 

 

 

 

 

 

192.168.3.143

 

 

 

 

 

Subnetwork address that allows for sharing of IP addresses within a LAN.

 

IP Mask

 

n.n.n.n

 

 

Gateway

 

n.n.n.n

 

The IP address of the device that connects your MultiVOIP GSM to the

 

 

 

 

 

Internet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Multi-Tech Systems MVPGSM-2 manual Ethernet/IP Parameter Definitions, Description, Field Name Values Ethernet Parameters

MVPGSM-2 specifications

The Multi-Tech Systems MVPGSM-2 is a robust and versatile device designed for various telecommunication applications, particularly those involving GSM cellular technology. This multi-function modem is ideally suited for machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, enabling seamless data transfer for remote monitoring, control, and automation.

One of the MVPGSM-2's key features is its dual-band GSM support, which allows for enhanced connectivity and coverage. The device operates on both 850 MHz and 1900 MHz frequency bands, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of GSM networks across different geographical areas. This flexibility makes it an excellent choice for applications that require reliable wireless communication, such as in remote sensors, telemetry, and industrial automation.

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Additionally, the MVPGSM-2 supports multiple I/O ports, including digital inputs and outputs, which provide flexibility in integration with various sensors and control systems. This versatility allows users to customize the device to meet specific application needs.

The device also comes with comprehensive software and development kits that streamline integration into existing systems and applications. Multi-Tech Systems offers extensive technical support and documentation, ensuring that users can easily navigate the setup process.

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