Cabletron Systems SmartSwitch 9W006 User manual

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TRADEMARKS
Cabletron Systems, CyberSWITCH, MMAC-Plus, SmartSWITCH, SPECTRUM,
and SecureFast Virtual Remote Access Manager are trademarks of Cabletron
Systems, Inc.
All other product names mentioned in this manual are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
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© Copyright 1991-1997 Cabletron Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment uses,
generates, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed in
accordance with the operator’s manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his
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from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
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Communications du Canada.
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for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment
is used in a domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such
trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions.
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CONTENTS
Using Quick Start 6
Installing the Module 7
Overview 7
User Documentation 7
Hardware Installation 9
Installing the SmartSwitch Remote Access Module 9
Connecting the Module’s Cabling 9
Resetting the SmartSwitch Remote Access Module 11
Accessing the Module 11
Accessing a New Module 12
Remote Access using Telnet 13
Upgrading the Software 13
Installing and Launching SFVRA-CFG 14
Module Connectivity 18
Overview 18
Assigning IP Addresses 19
Configuration Using SFVRA-CFG 20
Starting SFVRA-CFG 21
Configuring a Site Template 21
Adding the Sites 21
Configuring Connection Group Information 24
Configuring IP Information 27
Generating Configuration Updates 30
Downloading Configuration Updates 31
Necessary Configuration for the Remote Devices 31
Index 33

U SING Q UICK S TART
Quick Start is recommended only for those userswho are experienced with hardware and software
installation procedures. Quick Start is divided into the following sections:
• Installing the Module
Provides you with information to help you install the your SmartSwitch Remote Access
Module so that it is running and ready for configuration. Information includes a description of
user documentation and instructions for hardware installation, accessing the module,
upgrading the module’s software, and installing and launching SFVRA-CFG (the
configuration utility).
• Module Connectivity
Using an example network configured through SFVRA-CFG, this section provides instructions
for module and other device connectivity using IP.

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OVERVIEW
Installing the Module provides you with information to help you install the SmartSwitch Remote
AccessModule so that it is running and ready for configuration. We include information regarding:
• User Documentation
A description of user documentation included with the module.
• Hardware Installation
Step-by-step instructions for installing the module and completing its cabling.
• Accessing the Module
Instructions for first-time module access and for subsequent remote access.
• Upgrading Software
Instructions for upgrading system software (not required for new installations).
• Installing and Launching SFVRA-CFG
Instructions for installing and starting-up the SFVRA-CFG configuration utility.
USER DOCUMENTATION
We include user documentation for the module itself, for the SFVRA Manager applications that are
included with the module, and for the Central Site CyberSWITCH. A summary of user
documentation follows.
9W006 & 9W007 DOCUMENTATION
This guide, the 9W006 & 9W007 Remote Access Module Quick Start, provides abbreviated installation
and configuration instructions. It is intended to help you quickly get your module up and running.
Instructions for setting up specific types of remote devices are also included. The Quick Start and
the User’s Guide are included on the 9W006 &9W007 Remote Access Module CD-ROM.
The 9W006 & 9W007 Remote Access Module User’s Guide provides more detailed information for
installing your system. It also provides information to help keep your module running efficiently.
The 9W006 & 9W007 Release Notes provide release information and highlights.
SFVRA MANAGER DOCUMENTATION
The SFVRA Configuration Manager User’s Guide provides detailed information for installing,
configuring, and using the module’s configuration utility, SFVRA Configuration Manager
(SFVRA-CFG). The SFVRA Configuration and SFVRA Connection Manager User’s Guides are
included on the SFVRA Manager CD-ROM.

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The SFVRA Connection Manager User’s Guide provides detailed information for installing,
configuring, and using the SFVRA Connection Manager (SFVRA-CONN). SFVRA-CONN
communicates in real time with the module to provide centralized, policy-based connection
management for remote and central site users.
The SFVRA-CFG and SFVRA-CONN Release Notes provide release information and highlights. The
Release Notes are provided in a file that can be accessed under the applications’ Help menus.
CENTRAL SITE CYBERSWITCH DOCUMENTATION
The primary configuration utility included for configuring your module is SFVRA-CFG. The
SmartSwitch Remote Access Module documentation was written with SFVRA-CFG in mind. This
configuration utility will be sufficient for most configurations, however, if you will be setting up a
complex configuration, you may need to use CFGEDIT, a more comprehensive configuration
utility. Note that once you use CFGEDIT, you will be unable to go back to using SFVRA-CFG
(except under one special circumstance — if you configure IP filters using CFGEDIT and you make
no other changes except for the IP filter configuration, you can then go back to SFVRA-CFG).
The following is a list of some of the major features that cannot be configured through SFVRA-CFG:
• AppleTalk Remote LAN port
• Bridge filters
•DHCP
• File attributes configuration
•FrameRelay
• IP filters
• IPX static routes and services
• Off-node authentication databases
• TFTP configuration
•X.25
If you will be using any of the above features, you will need to use CFGEDIT to configure your
module. In result, you will need to refer to supplemental user documentation provided on the
9W006 &9W007 Remote Access Module CD-ROM for configuration, verification, and diagnosis
instructions (and any other activities that use SFVRA-CFG). This documentation is the
CyberSWITCH Central Site User Documentation. Note that although the supplemental
documentation is for a different Cabletron product, the CFGEDIT instructions included can be
applied to the SmartSwitch Remote Access Module. This documentation includes:
The CyberSWITCH Central Quick Start provides abbreviated installation and configuration
instructions for experienced users. Specific instructions for setting up various types of remote
devices are also included.
The CyberSWITCH Central Site User’s Guide provides information to install and configure your
system. It also provides information you may need to refer to keep your system running efficiently
after it is up and running. For example, it provides a listing of system messages. Many other
subjects are covered, including routine maintenance, hardware information, system verification,
and problem diagnosis.
The Example Networks Guide includes several example networks, beginning with a simple network,
and progressing to more complex networks. These example network chapters provide
configuration instructions that you may find helpful in configuring your own similar network.

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Hardware Installation
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
This section provides instructions for:
• installing the 9W006/9W007 module in to a SmartSwitch 9000
• completing the module’s cabling
In case you need to restart the module during installation, instructions are also included for
resetting the module.
INSTALLING THE SMARTSWITCH REMOTE ACCESS MODULE
1. The module fills two SmartSwitch 9000 slots. Remove the SmartSwitch panels that cover the
two slots into which the module will be installed. For proper airflow and cooling, cover any
empty slots.
2. Before installing the module into the chassis, ensure that the bottom and top plastic tabs are
unlocked.
3. Slide the module into the available slots making sure that the module is between the guides.
Take care that the module engages the backplane connectors properly.
4. Lock down the top and bottom plastic tabs at the same time, applying even pressure.
CONNECTING THE MODULE’SCABLING
Installing the module into the SmartSwitch 9000 automatically completes its power supply and
SMB connections.What you will need to complete, though, is the Ethernet and PRI cabling. In
addition, U.S. and European installations need a Mod-Tap adapter for each PRI port.
We include an illustration of the 9W006-400. You may find this illustration helpful for locating the
module’s Ethernet and PRI ports. Instructions for each cabling requirement follow the illustration.
The SmartSwitchRemote Access Moduleand the host SmartSwitch 9000 are
sensitive to static discharges. Use a grounding strap and observe all static
precautions during this procedure. Failure to do so could result in damage
to the SmartSwitch 9000 or the module.
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ETHERNET CABLES
1. Insert the RJ-45 adapter at one end of the provided Ethernet cable into the module’s Ethernet
port 1.
2. Insertthe RJ-45 adapter at the otherend oftheEthernet cableinto one ofthe SmartSwitch 9000’s
Ethernet ports.
3. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for Ethernet port 2 if you will be using a second Ethernet connection.
MOD-TAP ADAPTER
Thesystem'sPRI RJ-45adapter uses the international standardof pins 3,4, 5,and 6 fortransmitand
receive. Most T1 lines in the United States and Europe use the traditional 1, 2, 4, and 5 pins. We
provide an RJ-45 to RJ-45 Mod-Tap adapter that will convert between the two wiring systems.
MMAC
BUSMMAC
Smart
SWITCH
1
1
2
3
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9W006-400
WAN
Ejector Tabs
External Floppy
Drive Connector
RS232 Console
Connector
Ethernet Ports
VGA Video Ports
Ethernet 1 & 2
Activity LEDs
Keyboard Connector
SMB LED
Power LED
Parallel Port
PRI/TI
Ejector Tab
The 9W006-400
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For non-U.S. and European installations, standard cabling is sufficient (refer to following section).
MODULE TO PRI SERVICE CABLING
PRI cabling is not included. You will need to determine the length of cable you need for your
connection. PRI cabling is straight-through twisted-pair cable with RJ-45 adapters at each end.
1. Insert the RJ-45 adapter at one end of the PRI cable into either the Mod-Tap adapter (U.S. and
Europe) or directly into the module’s PRI port 1 (for all other installations).
2. Insert the RJ-45 adapter at the other end of the PRI cable into your PRI service drop.
3. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for PRI ports 2, 3, and 4 if applicable.
RESETTING THE SMARTSWITCH REMOTE ACCESS MODULE
The reset switch is a recessed switch located on the front panel, under the top-left plastic ejector tab.
The reset switch serves two functions:
1. Pressing the reset switch twice within three seconds causes the processor to reset.
2. Pressing and holding the switch on for three or more consecutive seconds causes the module
to shutdown. Pressing and holding the switch again for three seconds restarts the module.
SNMP management may be used to disable this switch to enhance module security.
ACCESSING THE MODULE
This section provides instructions for:
• accessing a SmartSwitch Remote Access Module for the first time
• remotely accessing the SmartSwitch Remote Access Module after the first time
RJ-45
Pinout Adapter
RJ-45
Pinout
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
inserts into
PRI port
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TX+
RX+
RX-
TX-
RX+
RX-
TX+
TX-
Mod-Tap
Adapter
insert one end of PRI cable here,
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ACCESSING ANEW MODULE
The two methods of accessing a new module are:
• access through a PC using a terminal application
• access by Telneting to the module using the initial default IP address
Once you have used one of the two methods to access to the module, you should:
• establish an administration session with the module
• assign the module’s new IP address
For more detailed instructions, refer to the sections below.
INITIAL ASSESS USING APC AND ATERMINAL APPLICATION
Connect one end of the supplied null modem cable to the RS232 console port on the module, and
the other end of the cable to the communication port on the PC. On the PC you must then execute
a communication package to emulate a terminal (VT100).
Use the following default values for your communication package:
Baud rate 9600
Parity None
Data bits 8
Stop bits 1
Duplex Full
After you have connection to the module, you will be ready to establish an administration session.
INITIAL ACCESS USING TELNET
You can use a remote device to Telnet into module using the module’s initial default IP address
(192.186.254.254). The remote device can be a device with Telnet client software such as a PC or a
UNIX workstation, or it can be a second module or a Cabletron CyberSWITCH. Note that the
modules and CyberSWITCH systems have built-in Telnet client software.
If a CyberSWITCH or second module is acting as the Telnet client, simply enter the following
console command to Telnet into the module:
telnet < 192.186.254.254 >
If a remote device other than a Cabletron product is acting as the Telnet client, use the device’s
Telnet application to connect to the initial default IP address.
After you make a Telnet connection you will be ready to establish an administration session (refer
to the following section for instructions).
ESTABLISHING AN ADMINISTRATION SESSION
Once you have connected to the module using either a terminal application or Telnet, you will be
prompted for a login ID and the initial password. Enter admin for both.

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Upgrading the Software
You will now see the system prompt. We recommend that you select a new password. To do this,
enter the following command at the system prompt then follow the onscreen directions:
pswd
Follow the instructions below to assign the module’s new IP address.
ASSIGNING THE MODULE’SIP ADDRESS
To assign the module’s new IP address, enter the following command at the system prompt:
ipconfig
As prompted, enter:
• the system’s IP address
• the required subnet mask
• for the system’s default route, enter the IP address of the system’s default gateway (enter 0 if
there is no default route)
Follow the instructions to restart the module so that the configuration changes will take effect.
REMOTE ACCESS USING TELNET
You will use Telnet to remotely access the module for routine system management once initial
installation and configuration has been performed. The same instructions given in Initial Access
Using Telnet can be followed here with one exception, instead of Telneting into the module’s initial
default IP address, you will Telnet to the new IP address you have configured for the module.
You will need to establish an administration session so thatyou can issue console commands. Once
connected, you will be prompted for a login ID and your password. Enter admin for both unlessyou
have already changed the initial password. If you have already configured a new password, enter
the new password instead.
UPGRADING THE SOFTWARE
The module comes preinstalled with system software. Therefore, if this is a new installations you
may disregard this section.
The SmartSwitch Remote Access Module CD contains the module’s upgrade software. To upgrade
the module’s software, you will use a remote device with a CD-ROM drive to Telnet into the
module, then TFTP the new software files to the module.
To perform an upgrade, you must first set up Telnet access, then TFTP the system software
upgrade. The following sections provide instructions for each task.
SETTING UPATELNET CONNECTION
Through a remote device, you can access the SmartSwitch Remote Access Module using Telnet. To
do this, the PC must have Telnet client software. You will Telnet to the module’s IP address. Note
the initial IP address for a new module is 192.186.254.254, but you should have configured a new
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Note: Do NOT place more than one SmartSwitch Remote Access Module on a LAN with the
default IP address. If more than one module has the same IP address, unpredictable results
will occur.
After you make a Telnet connection, enter your login ID and password. Then you will be presented
with a system prompt and you can enter commands at that time.
UPGRADING SOFTWARE
Perform the steps below to upgrade the module’s system software:
1. Insert the 9W006/9W007 Remote Access Module CD-ROM into the PC.
2. Using the PC, Telnet to the module.
3. Once you have an administration session (you have logged in to the module) enter the special
Manage Mode by typing the following command at the system prompt:
>manage
Note: Once Manage Mode is entered, the prompt changes from [system name]> to
[system name]:MANAGE>.
4. Change the TFTP configuration by typing
tftp change . The following messages will be
displayed:
Current TFTP Configuration:
The TFTP Feature is enabled.
The TFTP Client is enabled.
The TFTP Server is disabled.
You will be prompted to change the status for each configuration element. Enable the TFTP
Server and assign file access rights to Admin.
5. Use a TFTP client application to PUT the UPGRADE.OSW file from the 9W006/9W007 Remote
Access Module CD-ROM to the \SYSTEM directory on the module that you want to upgrade.
6. Return to the Telnet console and issue the
exit Manage Mode command.
Note: You will receive a warning that the current configuration data has not been
permanently stored in the configuration files. Do NOT save the TFTP configuration
changes.
7. Issue the
restart console command to complete the Upgrade process.
INSTALLING AND LAUNCHING SFVRA-CFG
SFVRA-CFG allows you to centrally configure and manage a network that includes SmartSwitch
Remote Access Modules and CyberSWITCH systems. It is made up of two main components: the

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SFVRA-CFG database (which uses either MS SQL Server or MS Access) and the SFVRA-CFG
application (which runs on a Windows 95 or Windows NT device).
The SFVRA-CFG application is the interface to the database. Using this application, you can
generate each system’s configuration files separately, with the system’s view of the network, then
transfer the configuration files electronically to the system.
This section provides you with instructions for installing and starting up SFVRA-CFG.
Note: The primary configuration utility included for configuring your module is the SFVRA
Configuration Manager (SFVRA-CFG). This GUI configuration utility will be sufficient for
most configurations, however, if you will be setting up a complex configuration, you may
need to use CFGEDIT, a more comprehensive configuration utility. Once you use
CFGEDIT to make configuration changes you will no longer be able to use SFVRA-CFG.
For information regarding CFGEDIT documentation, refer to the User Documentation
section included in this guide.
INSTALLING SFVRA-CFG
SFVRA-CFG installation instructions vary depending upon which database you use.
If you use MS SQL Server the installation steps are:
1. Install the MS SQL Server according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Install the ODBC Drive Pack 3.0.
a. Insert the SFVRA Manager CD into the device’s CD drive.
b. Click Install ODBC Drive Pack 3.0.
c. When prompted, choose the Complete Install option. If the installation fails, refer to the
instructions included in the SFVRA-CFG User’s Guide.
d. If the Data Sources window is displayed during the installation of the ODBC Drive Pack,
select to add a data source; otherwise, once the installation of the ODBC Drive Pack
completes, select 32 bit ODBC from the Control Panel and select to add a data source.
e. Select the SQL Server driver. Click OK.
f. Enter SFVRACFG for the data source name.
g. For Server, select the device on which the SQL Server was installed.
h. Click Options. Enter SFVRACFG forthe Database Name. Deselect Generate Stored Procedure
for Prepared Statement.
i. Click OK and then click Close.
3. Install the SFVRA-CFG software.
SFVRA-CFG software must be installed on the system containing the SFVRA-CFG database
and on the system that runs the SFVRA-CFG application. Install SFVRA-CFG software using
the following steps:
a. Ensure that the ODBC setup has been performed on the systems.
b. Close any active applications.
c. Insert the SFVRA Manager Setup CD into the CD-ROM drive.
d. Click on Install SFVRA Configuration Manager.
e. From the displayed screen, select which SFVRA-CFG components you want to install.
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4. Install the SFVRA-CFG database.
SFVRA-CFG uses Microsoft (MS) SQL Server (6.5 or later) for its database. The database is
created by the SC Database Setup utility. You may choose to run this utility when installing the
software. If you choose not to run the utility when installing the software, you may run it later.
To do this, from the Start Menu\Programs\SFVRA - Configuration Manager, select SC
Database Setup. Install the database on a Windows NT device.
a. Login to the MS SQL Server. Enter the Login ID sa and a password, if necessary, and click
OK. The SQL Setup program executes.
b. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation. However, we recommend
specifying the device size of at least 30 MB when prompted.
c. When the SQL Setup program has finished, MS SQL messages are listed in the dialog box.
Ensure no error messages appear. Click Close.
If you use MS Access the installation steps are:
1. Install the SFVRA-CFG software.
SFVRA-CFG software must be installed on the system containing the SFVRA-CFG database
and on the system that runs the SFVRA-CFG application. Install SFVRA-CFG software using
the following steps:
a. Close any active applications.
b. Insert the SFVRA Manager Setup CD into the CD-ROM drive.
c. Click on Install SFVRA Configuration Manager.
d. From the displayed screen, select which SFVRA-CFG components you want to install. Do
not install the SFVRA-CFG Database Setup Utility as this is for the MS SQL Server only.
e. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation.
2. Install the ODBC Drive Pack 3.0.
Install ODBC Drive Pack 3.0 on the device that will run the SFVRA-CFG and MS Access
applications. Note that you must already have a Microsoft application (such as MS Word, MS
Office, etc.) on your device. ODBC will allow you to connect to the SFVRA-CFG Database. To
install the ODBC drive pack:
a. From the initial installation screen click Install ODBC Drive Pack 3.0.
b. When prompted, choose the Complete Install option. If the installation fails, refer to the
instructions included in the SFVRA-CFG User’s Guide.
c. If the Data Sources window is displayed during the installation of the ODBC Drive Pack,
select to add a data source; otherwise, once the installation of the ODBC Drive Pack
completes, select 32 bit ODBC from the Control Panel and select to add a data source.
d. Select the MS Access driver. Click OK.
e. Enter SFVRACFG as the data source name.
f. Select scfgper.mdb as the database. The path to this database is:
C:\program files\sfvracfg\program\scfgper.mdb.
g. Click OK and then click Close.

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LAUNCHING SFVRA-CFG
To start the SFVRA-CFG after its installation:
1. Open the SFVRA-CFG application.
2. From the menu bar, click on File then click on Connect, or click on the toolbar’s connect icon.
3. A login ID dialog box will be displayed. Note that the first time you use the SFVRA-CFG
application, the login ID is set to SFVRACFG. If desired, you may edit this field to change the
login ID.
4. If required, enter your password.
5. Click OK.
The Connection section of this guide provides instructions for how to use SFVRA-CFG to configure
the information needed to get your module up and running.
After you complete the configuration, you will need to use SFVRA-CFG first to generate updated
configuration files and then to download the files to the module. Note that when the updated files
are downloaded, they overwrite the module’s existing configuration files.

M ODULE C ONNECTIVITY
OVERVIEW
The SmartSwitch Remote Access Module can communicate with various CyberSWITCH products
in addition to other modules via a PPP connection. We will use an example configuration to
describe how to set up an IP network with a SmartSwitch Remote Access Module and other remote
devices including a CSX1204, a CSX100, and a modem user device. For this example, we are
assuming that SmartSwitchRemote Access Module “Central”is the central site system, and that the
remote devices will want to call into it; site Central may or maynot want to call into the remote sites.
To configure this network,we will useSFVRA Configuration Manager (SFVRA-CFG). SFVRA-CFG
allows you to centrallyconfigure and manage a network that includes SmartSwitch Remote Access
Modules and CyberSWITCH systems.
We illustrate the example with the following graphic.
ISDN
CSX1204
IP Address:
231.231.220.1
MMAC-Plus with
SmartSWITCH
Remote Access Module
IP Address:
231.231.231.1
MMAC PLUS
Cabletron
Systems
POTS
Modem User
IP Address from pool
CABLETRON SYSTEMS
CSX100
IP Address from pool
WORKGROUPREMOTE ACCESS SWITCH
LAN
10BASE-TRXTXSERVICE CH-2
D-CH
CH-1
SYNC
POWER
LINE
1CH-2
D-CH
CH-1
SYNC
LINE
2CH-2
D-CH
CH-1
SYNC
LINE
3CH-2
D-CH
AGI
CH-1
SYNC
LINE
4
Site "Central"
Site "Rem_1204"
Site "Rem_100"
Site "Rem_Modem"

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We define the network devices as follows:
• SmartSwitch Remote Access Module
Site Central: the network’s central site. A Cabletron product that has similar software
architecture as the CSX1204. We will use SFVRA-CFG to create the module’s configuration
files, then download the files to the module.
• Modem User
Site Rem_Modem: a PC using a modem to access site Central. We will use SFVRA-CFG to
configure basic connectivity information that will be used by site Central.
•CSX100
Site Rem_100: a Cabletron product that does not have similar software architecture as the
module and the CSX1204. We will use SFVRA-CFG to configure basic connectivity
information, but to configure the device itself, you will need to use its own configuration
utility.
• CSX1204
Site Rem_1204: a Cabletron product that has similar software architecture as the module. We
will use SFVRA-CFG to create the CSX1204’s configuration files, then download the files to the
system.
Assuming that the SmartSwitch Remote Access Module is already installed, the steps we will
follow to complete this example configuration are as follows:
1. This is a new installation for both the module and the CSX1204. Therefore, we will access the
module and the CSX1204 and assign a new IP address for each.
2. Using SFVRA-CFG we will:
a. Start-up SFVRA-CFG.
b. Configure a site template.
c. Add the sites.
d. Add a connection group including the four sites.
e. Add IP information for the sites.
f. Generate updated configuration files.
g. Download the updated configuration files.
3. Configure any needed information on site Rem_ Modem and site Rem_100 so that they can
communicate with site Central.
The sections below provide detailed instructions for the above steps.
ASSIGNING IP ADDRESSES
We want to gain access to the SmartSwitch Remote Access Module and the CSX1204 to assign their
IP addresses. The steps are the same for both devices.
1. Connect a PC with a terminal application to the module or CSX1204 using the supplied null
modem cable. Connect one end of the cable to the device’s RS232 console port and the other
end to the PC’s communication port.

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2. On the PC, execute the communication package to emulate a terminal (VT100).
3. You will be prompted for a login ID and a password. Enter admin for both.
4. To secure each system, change the default password. To change the password, enter the
following console command then follow the onscreen prompts:
pswd
5. To assign the new IP address, enter the following console command:
ipconfig
You will be prompted for the system’s IP address, subnet mask,and system’s default route. The
value for the default route is the IP address of the system’s default gateway. An entry of 0
indicates no default route.
For the module:
IP Address: 231.231.231.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Default Route: 0
For the CSX1204:
IP Address: 231.231.220.1
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.192
Default Route: 0
Follow the instructions to restart the systems so that the new password and IP address will take
effect.
CONFIGURATION USING SFVRA-CFG
Through SFVRA-CFG, you can generate each SmartSwitch Remote Access Module’s configuration
files separately, with the module’s view of the network, then transfer the configuration files to the
module. Note that in addition to the module, SFVRA-CFG can also be used for the following
Cabletron product lines that share a similar software architecture:
In accordance with the above information, we will be using SFVRA-CFG to configure site Central
and site Rem_1204. Although site Rem_100 is a Cabletron product (a CSX100), it does not share a
similar software architecture.
SFVRA-CFG installation instructions are included in this guide’s Installing and Launching SFVRA-
CFG section. The sections below provide instructions for using SFVRA-CFG.
• 9W006 • CSX150 • CSX1200 • CSX6000
• 9W007 • CSX1000 • CSX5500 • CSX7000