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Getting to Know the IES-612-51A

This chapter introduces the main features and applications of your IES-612-51A. It also introduces the ways you can manage the IES-612-51A.

1.1 Overview

The IES-612-51A (Standalone mini-DSLAM) is an IP-based DSLAM. The IES-612-51A aggregates traffic from 12 ADSL lines to two Ethernet ports to connect ADSL subscribers to the Internet.

You can use the built-in web configurator to manage and configure the IES-612-51A. In addition, the IES-612-51A can also be managed via Telnet, the console port, or third-party SNMP management.

See Chapter 56 on page 417 for a complete list of features.

1.2 Applications

These are the main applications for the IES-612-51A:

•Provide Internet access and multimedia services for Multiple Tenant Units (MTU).

•Other applications include telemedicine, surveillance systems, remote servers systems, cellular base stations and high-quality teleconferencing.

1.2.1MTU Application

The following diagram depicts a typical application of the IES-612-51A with DSL modems in a large residential building or multiple tenant unit (MTU). This application leverages existing phone line wiring to provide Internet access to all tenants, and the tenants can continue to use the existing phone services.

 

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