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IpLink 2884/2888 Getting Started Guide 3 • IpLink installation
Planning the installationBefore installing the gateway router device, the following tasks should be completed:
•Create a network diagram (see section “Network information” on page 24)
•Gather IP related information (see section “IP related information” on page 25 for more information)
•Install the hardware and software needed to configure the IpLink. (See section “Software tools” on
page 25)
•Verify power source reliability (see section “Power source” on page 25).
After you have finished preparing for gateway router installation, go to section “Installing the IpLink
2884/2888” on page 25 to install the device.
Site log
Patton recommends that you maintain a site log to record all actions relevant to the system, if you do not
already keep such a log. Site log entries should include information such as listed in table 5.
Network information
Network connection considerations that you should take into account for planning are provided for several
types of network interfaces are described in the following sections.
Network Diagram
Draw a network overview diagram that displays all neighboring IP nodes, connected elements and
telephony components.
Table 5. Sample site log entries
Entry Description
Installation Make a copy of the installation checklist and insert it into the site log
Upgrades and maintenance Use the site log to record ongoing maintenance and expansion history
Configuration changes Record all changes and the reasons for them
Maintenance Schedules, requirements, and procedures performed
Comments Notes, and problems
Software Changes and updates to software