Carrier Access 8015-24VDC User manual

MASTERseries 6.01
QUICK START GUIDE
Part Number: 002-0273-2001
Product Release: 6.01
February 2007

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Copyright© 2007 Carrier Access Corporation. All rights reserved.
The information presented in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the
part of Carrier Access Corporation. The hardware and software described herein are furnished under a license or non-
disclosure agreement. The hardware, software, and manual may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of this
agreement. It is against the law to reproduce, transmit, transcribe, store in a retrieval system, or translate into any medium
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with MASTERseries for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use without the express written permission of
Carrier Access Corporation.
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trademarks of Carrier Access Corporation. All other brand or product names are trademarks or registration trademarks of
their respective companies or organizations.
Contact Information:
Carrier Access Corporation
5395 Pearl Parkway
Boulder, CO 80301-2490
Corporate Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.carrieraccess.com
Customer Support Direct: [phone]
E-mail: tech-suppor[email protected]
Supporting Software Version:
MASTERseries 6.01

PREFACE
Preface
Compliance
Safety of Information Technology Equipment
MASTERseries is safety certified by an independent laboratory and is compliant with the following
safety standards:
FCC Requirements, Part 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference, and
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant
to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at the user’s own expense.
NOTE: Changes or modifications to any unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance may cause damage to the equipment and could void your authority to operate the
equipment.
 UL60950, 3rd Edition / CSA C22.2 No. 60950
 EN60950

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FCC Requirements, Part 68
The following instructions are provided to ensure compliance with the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Rules, Part 68.
1. This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the
America's Carriers Telecommunication Association Administrative Council for Terminal
Attachments (ACTA). On the rear of this equipment is a label that contains, among other
information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this
number must be provided to the telephone company.
2. This equipment uses the following standard jack types for network connection:
3. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using
cabling that complies with the requirements of FCC Part 68 rules.
4. In the unlikely event that this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone
company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required.
But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as
possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe
it is necessary.
5. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone
company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to
maintain uninterrupted service.
6. This equipment must not be used on party lines. Connection to party line service is subject to
state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or
corporation commission for information.
7. Repair service and warranty information can be obtained from:
Carrier Access Corporation
5395 Pearl Parkway
Boulder, CO 80301-2490
[phone] or [phone]
If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may
request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.
8. All repairs should be performed by Carrier Access oranauthorized agent.It isthe responsibility
of the users requiring service to report the need for service to Carrier Access or an authorized
agent.
Port ID REN/SOC FIC USOC
T1 ports
(1-8)or(1-16) 6.0N 04DU9-BN 04DU9-DN
04DU9-1KN
04DU9-1SN
04DU9-1ZN
RJ-48C

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9. Data Equipment:
For permissive, programmable and (or) fixed loss loop operation data equipment, in
addition to the general requirements for all equipment, information must be provided
explaining which jack is associated with each operation.
Permissive, use RJ-11C
Programmable, use RJ-41S and RJ-45S
Fixed Loss Loop, use RJ-41S
Refer to ATIS Technical Report No. 5 for details on these connectors.
For Private (Leased) Line (Analog Data Format) equipment, the type JM8 jack is required.
Refer to ATIS Technical Report No. 5 for details on this connector. For Private (Leased)
Line (Digital Format) equipment, in addition to the general requirements for all equipment,
certain digital connections require that an encoded analog content and billing protection
affidavit be provided to the telephone company. Customer instructions must contain
information on the preparation and submission of the affidavit.

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Industry Canada ICES-003
English
This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
French
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Industry Canada CS-03
This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications.
This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number
signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry
Canada technical specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the
equipment.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the
facilities of the local telephone company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable
method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may
not prevent degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier.
Any repairs or alternations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give
the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure, for their own protection, that the electrical groundconnections of the power utility,
telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected. This precaution may
be particularly important in rural areas.
CAUTION! USERS SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO MAKE SUCH CONNECTIONS THEMSELVES, BUT
SHOULD CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE ELECTRIC INSPECTION AUTHORITY, OR ELECTRICIAN, AS
APPROPRIATE.

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Safety Information
CAUTION! ALWAYS USE CAUTION WHEN INSTALLING TELEPHONE LINES. READ THE
CAUTIONS BELOW FOR DETAILS ON SAFETY GUIDELINES TO PREVENT INJURY.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires and terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the Network Interface (NI) as voltage potentials as high as 300 VAC
may be present across the transmit and receive pairs.
Only use No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord, to reduce the risk of fire.
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for
wet locations.
Refer to the installation section of this manual for a safe and proper installation procedure.
All wiring external to this equipment should follow the current provision of the National
Electrical Code.
Notices
This manual contains important information and warnings that must be followed to ensure safe
operation of the equipment.
DANGER! A DANGER NOTICE INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF AHAZARD THAT CAN OR
WILL CAUSE DEATH OR SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY IF THE HAZARD IS NOT AVOIDED.
CAUTION! A CAUTION NOTICE INDICATES THE POSSIBILITY OF INTERRUPTING NETWORK
SERVICE IF THE HAZARD IS NOT AVOIDED.
WARNING! A WARNING NOTICE INDICATES THE POSSIBILITY OF EQUIPMENT DAMAGE IF
THE HAZARD IS NOT AVOIDED.
NOTE: A Note indicates information to help you understand how to perform a procedure or
how the system works. Notes should be read before performing the required action.

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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
ESD can damage processors, circuit cards, and other electronic components. Always observe the
following precautions before installing a system component.
1. Do not remove a component from its protective packaging until you are ready to install it.
2. Wear a wrist grounding strap and attach it to a metal part of the system unit before handling
components. If a wrist strap is not available, maintain contact with the system unit throughout
any procedure requiring ESD protection.
WARNING! INTEGRATED CIRCUITS (ICS) ARE EXTREMELY SUSCEPTIBLE TO ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE. UNLESS YOU ARE AQUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN WHO USES TOOLS AND
TECHNIQUES THAT CONFORM TO ACCEPTED INDUSTRY PRACTICES, DO NOT HANDLE ICS.
The ESD warning label appears on packages and storage bags that contain
static-sensitive products and components.

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Warranty
Carrier Access warrants to BUYER that Product Hardware will be free from substantial defect in material and
workmanship under normal use in accordance with its Documentation and given properinstallation and maintenance
for period of two years from the date of shipment by Carrier Access.
Carrier Access warrants that the Licensed Software, when used as permitted under its License Terms and in
accordance with the instructions and configurations described in the Documentation (including use on Carrier
Access product or a computer hardware and operating system platform supported by Carrier Access), will operate
substantially as described in the Documentation for a period of ninety (90) days after date of shipment of the
Licensed Software to BUYER.
This warranty shall not apply to Products or Software that have beeneither resold or transferred from BUYER to any
other party. Any such transfer voids the above warranty and related licenses. Carrier Access offers expanded product
care beyond what is covered by the warranty through different support plans. The plans are designed to maximize
network availability through advance replacement for defective equipment. Please contact your Carrier Access
representative for support program details.
Warranty Procedure
BUYER must promptly notify Carrier Access of any defect in the Product or Software and comply with Carrier
Access' return/repair policy and procedures. Carrier Access or its agent will have the right to inspect the Product or
workmanship on BUYER's premises. With respect to a warranty defect in Product hardware reported to Carrier
Access by BUYER during the warranty period, Carrier Access, as its sole obligation and BUYER's exclusive remedy
for any breach of warranty, will use commercially reasonable efforts, at its option, to:
a. repair, replace, or service at its factory or on the BUYER's premises the Product, or component
therein, or workmanship found to be defective so that the Product hardware operates substantially
in accordance with Carrier Access Documentation; or
b. credit BUYER for the Product in accordance with Carrier Access's depreciation policy.
With respect to a warranty defect in the Licensed Software reported to Carrier Access by BUYER during the 90-day
software warranty period, Carrier Access, at its own expense and as its sole obligation and BUYER's exclusive
remedy for any breach of the software warranty, will use commercially reasonable efforts to, at its option,
a. correct any reproducible error in the Licensed Software, or
b. replace the defective Licensed Software, as follows: Should a Severity 1 or 2 warranty defect with
the Software occur during the 90-day warranty period, Carrier Access will provide, in its sole
determination, either
1. software to resolve the defect to be downloaded into the affected units by the BUYER or
2. a documented workaround to address the issue.
Severity 1 issues are failures of the Licensed Software to comply with the Carrier Access software
specifications and that completely or severely affect the Carrier Access Product and its traffic or service
capacity, or maintenance or monitoring capabilities.
Severity 2 issues are failures of the Licensed Software to comply with the Carrier Access software
specifications and that result in a major degradation of the Carrier Access Product so as to impact its system or
service performance, or significant impairments to network operator control or effectiveness. Should a Severity
3 warranty defect with the Licensed Software occur during the 90-day warranty period, Carrier Access will
provide assistance to Buyer to determine if a solution or workaround will be provided in a subsequent software
release following the reported issue.
Severity 3 issues are defined as failures of the Licensed Software to comply with the Carrier Access software
specifications but that do not significantly impair the function or service of the Carrier Access Product or the
system.
Determination of Severity 1, 2 or 3 shall be made solely by Carrier Access following receipt of the reported
problem. Refurbished material may be used to repair or replace the Product. BUYER shall bear the risk of loss
for Products or Software returned to Carrier Access for repair, replacement, or service, and the same must be
shipped pre-paid by BUYER.

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Requests for warranty services and troubleshooting must be made to, and will be provided by, the Carrier Access
Customer Support Center via telephone during the warranty period and during normal business hours. Normal business
hours for Carrier Access Customer Support Center are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time, Monday through Friday,
excluding weekends and standard Carrier Access recognized holidays.
Limitation of Warranty & Limitation of Remedies
Correction of defects by repair, replacement, or service will be at Carrier Access's option and constitute Carrier Access'
sole obligation and BUYER's sole and exclusive remedy under the limited warranty. Any such error correction or
replacement provided to BUYER does not extend the original warranty period for hardware or software, respectively.
Carrier Access assumes no warranty or other liability with respect to defects in the Product or Software caused by:
a. modification, repair, storage, installation, operation, or maintenance of the Product or Software by
anyone other than Carrier Access or its agent, or as authorized and in accordance with the Carrier
Access Documentation; or
b. the negligent, unlawful or other improper use or storage of the Product or Software, including its use
with incompatible equipment or software; or
c. fire, explosion, power failures, acts of God, or any other cause beyond Carrier Access' reasonable
control; or
d. handling or transportation after title of the Product passes to BUYER.
Other manufacturer's equipment or software purchased by Carrier Access and resold to BUYER will be limited to that
manufacturer's warranty. Carrier Access assumes no warranty liability for other manufacturer's equipment or software
furnished by BUYER.
BUYER UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES AS FOLLOWS: Except for the limited warranty set forth above, the Product,
License Software and all services performed by Carrier Access hereunder are provided "as is," without representations or
warranties of any kind. Carrier Access does not warrant that the Product, License Software, any hardware or software, or
anyupdate, upgrade,fix or workaroundfurnishedto BUYERwill meet BUYER'srequirements, thattheoperation thereof,
including any maintenance or major releases thereto will be uninterrupted or error-free.
THE WARRANTIES IN THIS AGREEMENT REPLACE ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
AND ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES OF CARRIER ACCESS, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NONINFRINGEMENT AND/OR ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARISING OUT OF COURSE OF PERFORMANCE OR COURSE OF DEALING. ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES ARE DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED BY CARRIER ACCESS.
THE REMEDIES CONTAINED IN THIS AGREEMENT WILL BE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES
WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE, AND CARRIER ACCESS WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
INJURIES OR DAMAGES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER,
WITH THE EXCEPTION OF INJURIES OR DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE GROSS NEGLIGENCE OF CARRIER
ACCESS. THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO ALL SERVICES, SOFTWARE, AND PRODUCTS DURING AND
AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD. IN NO EVENT WILL CARRIER ACCESS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF DATA, OR COMMERCIAL LOSSES EVEN IF
CARRIER ACCESS HAS BEEN ADVISED THEREOF.
No agent, BUYER, or representative is authorized to make any warranties on behalf of Carrier Access or to assume for
Carrier Access any other liability in connection with any of Carrier Access's Products, software, or services.
The foregoing summarizes Carrier Access' entire product and software warranties, which are subject to change without
notice.
Warranty Product Returns
Before returning any equipment to Carrier Access Corporation, first contact the distributor or dealer from which you
purchased the product.
A Return Material Authorization (RMA) number is required for all equipment returned to Carrier Access Corporation.
Call Carrier Access Corporation Customer Support at [phone] or [phone] for RMA number, repair/
warranty information and shipping instructions. Be prepared to provide the following information:
 Carrier Access Corporation serial number(s) from the system chassis or circuit card(s)
 Name of distributor or dealer from which you purchased the product
 Description of defect

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
Safety of Information Technology Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
FCC Requirements, Part 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii
FCC Requirements, Part 68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Industry Canada ICES-003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi
Industry Canada CS-03 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .viii
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
Warranty Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ix
Limitation of Warranty & Limitation of Remedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Warranty Product Returns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Introduction
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Technician Laptop Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Hardware Configurations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
TDM System
part number 8692-0D2-00052 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
ATM System
part number 8692-0D2-00075 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
About the 2-Slot Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Rack Mount Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Grounding the Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
+24/-48 VDC Power Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
DC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Redundant Power Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Terminal Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Applying Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Alarm Contact. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Fan Assemblies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Removing Adapter Strips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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Application Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Adapter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Local Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Ferrite Bead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Logging in to the MASTERseries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Port Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Accessing the Text User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Accessing the GUI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Minimum Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Establishing IP Connectivity to the Master Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Installing the Java Runtime Environment for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Launching the GUI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Basic Configuration
Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
In this Section. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting the Date and Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Manually Setting the System Date & Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Using SNTP to Set the System Date & Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Opening a Configuration Profile. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Setting Link Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Configuring T1 Links. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Configuring DS3 Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Configuring System Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Configuring V.35 Port Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Configuring Multi-Service Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Configuring Cross-Connects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Configuring APS for Link Failures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
APS Switch Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Saving the Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Activating the Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Setting the System Name and Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Launching a Telnet Session. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
ATM Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Steps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Sample Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Assumptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Step 1 - Designate ATM Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Step 2 - Map the Physical Ports to Virtual Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Step 3 - Define Traffic Descriptors (TDs). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Step 4 - Create Virtual Connections (VCs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Step 5 - Drop One DS0 to the Port for the LMU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

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Step 6 - Create 2 CES mappings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Clock Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Save and Activate the Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Alarms and Diagnostics
Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Link Alarm Logs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
System Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Viewing Link and Port Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Performing Link Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Performing Port Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Optional IP Setup
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Setting the IP Address on your PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Changing the IP Address of the MASTERseries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Creating a DHCP Pool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

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INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Overview
This quick start guide provides instructions for installing and configuring FLEXmaster modules
running MASTERseries 6.01.
Technician Laptop Requirements
In order to follow the instructions in this quick start guide, your PC must be one where you have
appropriate permission to change the IP address of the Network Interface Card (NIC). Also, your laptop
must be able to connect via RS-232 port or through the USB port with an RS-232 adapter.
References
MASTERseries 6.01 User Manual - part number 770-0149-AF
Hardware Configurations
This document is specifically written to assist with the following configurations.
TDM System
part number 8692-0D2-00052
TDM transport system with 16 T1 ports, 4 10/100
LAN ports, 2 10/100 Network ports, 1 V.35, dual
24/48 VDC power and a 2-slot chassis.
- One 2-slot chassis with rack mounts
- Two 2-slot power supplies
- FLEXmaster16 TDM Module with 16 T1 ports, 4 10/100 LAN ports, 2 10/100 Network ports,
1 V.35 port

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ATM System
part number 8692-0D2-00075
ATM transport system with 8 T1 ports, 4 10/100
LAN ports, 2 10/100 Network ports, DS3c, 1
V.35, dual 24/48 VDC power and a 2-slot chassis.
- One 2-slot chassis with rack mounts
- Two 2-slot power supplies
- FLEXmaster8A TDM Module with 8 T1
ports, 4 10/100 LAN ports, 2 10/100 Network ports, 1 V.35 port
- FLEXmaster DS3c/ATM Module with 3 DS3c ports, 2 10/100 Network ports.

INSTALLATION
Installation
Unpacking
WARNING! OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC DEVICES.
1. Inspect containers for damage during shipment. Report any damage to the freight carrier for
possible insurance claims.
2. Compare packing list with office records. Report any discrepancies to the office.
3. Open shipping containers, being careful not to damage contents.
4. Inspect contents and report any damage.
5. If equipment must be returned for any reason, carefully repack equipment in the original
shipping container with original packing materials if possible.
6. If equipment is to be installed later, replace equipment in the original shipping container and
store in a safe place until you are ready to install it.
About the 2-Slot Chassis
The 2-slot chassis has two application module slots and two power supply slots for redundant power.
Dimensions:
- 1.75 in (H) x 19 in (W) x 10.2 in (D).
- Maximum depth of the shelf, including cables, is 12 inches
Rack Mounting: 19- or 23-inch rack
Application
(master) Application Power Supply
Slot 2 Power Supply
Slot 1
Module Slot 1 Module Slot 2
19”
1.75”
10.2”

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Rack Mount Installation
Rack Mount Installation
Mounting brackets are installed on the chassis for a 19-inch rack.
1. To rack mount the assembled unit, attach
the unit with the brackets to the rack using
the screws provided.
2. Ground the chassis.
Grounding the Chassis
WARNING! THE GROUND TERMINAL ON THE POWER BLOCK MUST BE CONNECTED TO
THE FRAME GROUND TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE EQUIPMENT.
Attach ground wire from the terminal block to the frame
ground. For more information about the terminal block, see
Terminal Block on page 6.
19-inch Mounting
Bracket
black green
+ -
black
+ -

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Power
Power
This section describes the power supplies for use in a 2-slot chassis.
+24/-48 VDC Power Supplies
FLEXmaster modules are powered by the +24/-48 VDC power supplies only. The power supplies are
redundant and load sharing.
LEDs
The LED states of both power supplies.
DC Power
The -48 VDC and +24 VDC power entry modules provide DC power protection and isolation when you
attach the leads properly.
Each input has its own return. The labels of the power entries vary based on what version of the chassis
you have:
FEED A (IN A/RTN A) operates power supply A
FEED B (IN B/RTN B) operates power supply B
NOTE: The recommended wire gauge for connecting power is 16 to 18 gauge.
DC Configuration Power Supply
Wattage Input Power Feed(s) Fuse
+24/-48VDC (20–70V) 30W dual 3.15A
LED State Description
Power Off DC input missing or failure
Green DC input present
Power Entry Panel Alarm Terminal Block
DC Line Input Fuses
(A and B feeds)

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Power
Redundant Power Supplies
Powermust beconnected toboth Aand Bfeeds. Attachtheleads tothe appropriateterminal as indicated
in the following diagram. Secure the leads with screws on the terminal block to tighten them.
Terminal Block
The power terminal block and the alarm terminal block can
be removed for easier lead attachment. Pry off the block with
a screwdriver and remove it.
Attach the leads to the appropriate terminal using the
securing screws on the block to tighten them. Detailed
instructions are below.
Applying Power
Wire Feed A and Feed B to a power source:
1. Ensure that no power is present on the two wires to be connected.
DANGER! POSSIBLE SHOCK HAZARD EXISTS, PLEASE FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
2. Remove the terminal block from the power entry panel.
Earth
Ground
RTN A
Return A
-48VDC
+24VDC
or -48VDC
+24VDC
or
IN A
Power Entry A
IN B
Power Entry B
red redblack green
+ -
black
red black
+ -
RTN B
Return B
Connect 16-18
Wire Securing Screws
Gauge Wire Here