Model 4520 & 4110 Series Getting Started Guide

3 • Hardware installation

 

 

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.

 

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 SmartWare software

 

 

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.

IP related information

Before you can set up the basic IP connectivity for your SmartNode 4000 series you should have the following information:

IP addresses used for Ethernet LAN and WAN ports

Subnet mask used for Ethernet LAN and WAN ports

IP addresses of central H.323 Gatekeeper (if used)

IP addresses of central PSTN Gateway for H.323 and/or ISoIP based calls

IP addresses of central TFTP Server used for configuration upload and download

Software tools

You will need a PC (or equivalent) with a VT-100 emulation program (e.g. HyperTerminal) to configure the software on your SmartNode router.

Power source

If you suspect that your AC power is not reliable, for example if room lights flicker often or there is machinery with large motors nearby, have a qualified professional test the power. Install a power conditioner if necessary.

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