Media5 Mediatrix Sentinel Manual

Hardware Installation
Guide - Mediatrix Sentinel
Revision 02
March 31, 2015
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Table of Contents
Copyright Notice........................................................................................................ 4
Mediatrix Sentinel......................................................................................................5
Safety Recommendations and Information.......................................................... 6
Danger, Warning, Caution, Note Definitions.................................................................................................... 6
Electrical Safety Guidelines...................................................................................................................................6
General Safety Practices.........................................................................................................................................7
Electrostatic Discharge Prevention...................................................................................................................... 8
Translated Warning Definition.............................................................................................................................8
Requirements.............................................................................................................10
Location Requirements........................................................................................................................................ 10
Wiring Guidelines.................................................................................................................................................10
Mediatrix Sentinel Characteristics..................................................................................................................... 10
Getting Started..........................................................................................................12
Installation Check List......................................................................................................................................... 12
Package Check List...............................................................................................................................................12
Cleaning Instructions........................................................................................................................................... 13
Mounting Tools and Equipment........................................................................................................................13
Connectors and Indicators.................................................................................................................................. 13
Installing a Mediatrix Unit.................................................................................... 17
Installing the Unit on a Flat Surface................................................................................................................. 18
Using the Mediatrix Unit on the Edge..............................................................................................................18
Using the Mediatrix Unit in the LAN without a DHCP................................................................................19
Using the Mediatrix unit in the LAN with a DHCP...................................................................................... 19
Verifying the Installation.....................................................................................................................................20

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Cables..........................................................................................................................21
Gigabit Ethernet Connection (RJ-45)................................................................................................................. 21
PRI Connection (RJ-45)........................................................................................................................................ 22
BRI S/T Connection (RJ-45)................................................................................................................................ 22
FXS and FXO Connections (RJ-11).....................................................................................................................23
Cards............................................................................................................................24
Installing/Removing a Telephony Card...........................................................................................................24
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................26
Locating the Product Serial Number.................................................................................................................26
Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................................................26
LED Patterns..........................................................................................................................................................27
RESET/DEFAULT Button................................................................................................................................... 27
Partial Reset........................................................................................................................................................... 28
Performing a Partial Reset...................................................................................................................... 29
Factory Reset..........................................................................................................................................................30
Performing a Factory Reset.....................................................................................................................30
Disabling the Rescue Interface............................................................................................................... 31
Standards Compliance and Disclaimers..............................................................32
Supported Standards............................................................................................................................................32
Disclaimers............................................................................................................................................................. 33

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Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2015 Media5 Corporation.
This document contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Media5 Corporation.
Media5 Corporation reserves all rights to this document as well as to the Intellectual Property of the
document and the technology and know-how that it includes and represents.
This publication cannot be reproduced, neither in whole nor in part, in any form whatsoever, without written
prior approval by Media5 Corporation.
Media5 Corporation reserves the right to revise this publication and make changes at any time and without
the obligation to notify any person and/or entity of such revisions and/or changes.

Mediatrix Sentinel
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Mediatrix Sentinel
Sentinel bundles the capabilities of a Session Border Controller and a Media Gateway. Robust and field -
upgradable, this multi-service business platform is designed for medium and large enterprises. Sentinel is
ideally targeted for applications ranging from 30 to 600 simultaneous sessions. Sentinel delivers a flexible
architecture designed to address a variety of applications including security, demarcation point, SIP
normalisation and survivability.
Module Interfaces
Base Unit • 1 WAN + 4 LAN Gigabit Ethernet
• 8 slots for telephony cards
• 3 SBC session licenses
Telephony Cards (optional) • PRI Port card (004-00096-00)
• 4 x FXS Ports card (004-00085-00)
• 4 x FXO Ports card (004-00087-00)
• DSP card (needed when using FXS, FXO or BRI)
• 2 x BRI card (available soon)
SBC Licenses • Individual sessions
• 10 session package
• 100 session package
• Transcoding (available soon)
• Voice Recording (available soon)
• WebRTC gateway (available soon)

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Safety Recommendations and Information
Danger, Warning, Caution, Note Definitions
Danger: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Caution: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury or damage to property or equipment.
Indicates important information not related to personal injury.
Electrical Safety Guidelines
Danger: Do not work on the Mediatrix unit, connect or disconnect its cables during periods of
lightning.
Danger: Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may
be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
Warning: The earth ground cable should be the same size (18 AWG minimum) as the earth cable
of the provided power cord. Otherwise, make sure the earth ground cable meets the standards
and requirements of your local electrical code. The type of the cable is likely to have VW-1 or RT1
markings on the cable.
Warning: The earth ground cable must be firmly and securely connected to the grounding screw on
the back of the Mediatrix unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site: the earth ground cable
must remain tightly secured at all times during service and installation.
Warning: Disconnect all interface cables (including PRI, BRI, FXS and FXO) as well as all power
sources connected to the Mediatrix unit before servicing the unit.
Warning: Disconnect all interface cables (including PRI, BRI, FXS and FXO) before unplugging any
power sources from the Mediatrix unit.
Warning: The telecommunication lines must be disconnected before unplugging the main power
cords.
Warning: This equipment must be installed and maintained by service personnel. Incorrectly
connecting this equipment to a general-purpose outlet could be hazardous.
Warning: This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (overcurrent) protection.
Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is
used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors).
Warning: The unit must be grounded at all times when connecting/disconnecting cables.
Warning: The unit must be grounded at all times when in use.
Warning: The earth ground connection between the grounding screw on the back of the Mediatrix
unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site must always be made first and disconnected last.

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Warning: Disconnect all cables before servicing the Mediatrix unit.
Warning: Do not connect the ETH2, ETH1, and FXS connectors directly to the Public Switched
Telephone Network (PSTN), to an off premise application, an out of plant application, any exposed
plant application, or to any equipment other than the intended application, connection may result in
a safety hazard, and/or defective operation and/or equipment damage. Exposed plant means where
any portion of the circuit is subject to accidental contact with electric lighting or power conductors
operating at a voltage exceeding 300V between conductors or is subject to lightning strikes.
Warning: The Mediatrix Sentinel must be installed on a circuit equipped with a breaker so that you
can easily power the unit off if required.
Warning: Hazardous network voltages may be present in PRI and FXO cables. Always disconnect the
cables from the Mediatrix unit first to avoid possible electric shock. Network hazardous voltages may
be present on the device in the area of the PRI and FXO port, even when power is turned OFF.
Warning: Adequate earth ground connection of the Mediatrix unit is mandatory to avoid any damage
or injuries.
Warning: Hazardous network voltages might be present in WAN, LAN, Sync and telephony cards
connectors regardless of whether power to the device is OFF or ON. Use caution when working near
these connectors to avoid electric shock
Warning: The socket outlet, if used, shall be located near the equipment and shall be easily accessible
by the user. The AC adaptor inlet is considered as a disconnection device. The device must be readily
operational.
Caution: To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cords.
Caution: The unit must be installed on a circuit equipped with a breaker so that you can easily power
the unit OFF.
Caution: The RJ-11 cable should comply with UL 1863 and CSA C22.2 No 233 standards.
General Safety Practices
Warning: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink
or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
Warning: Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture to avoid any shock hazard.
Warning: Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Warning: Do not get this product wet or pour liquids into it.
Warning: Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national laws and
regulations.
• Keep your Mediatrix unit clear and dust-free during and after installation.
• Locate the emergency power-off switch for the room in which you are working. Then, if an electrical
accident occurs, you can act quickly to turn off the power.
• Do not work alone if potentially hazardous conditions exist.
• Never assume that power is disconnected from a circuit. Always check.
• Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment unsafe.

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• Do not open or disassemble this product.
• Do not perform any action that creates a potential hazard to people or makes the equipment unsafe.
• The unit should be located at 20 cm from your monitor, computer casing or other peripheral including
speakers.
• When the unit is brought from a cold to a warm environment, condensation, that might be harmful to the
unit, may occur. If this is the case, wait one hour before powering the unit.
Electrostatic Discharge Prevention
• When working on a Mediatrix unit, always wear an ESD wrist strap, ensuring that it makes a good contact
with your bare skin.
• Attach the ESD wrist strap end to an earth ground i.e. the grounding screw on the back of the Mediatrix
unit or on an unpainted bare metal spot of a grounded equipment rack.
• Always ensure proper connection between the grounding screw on the back of the Mediatrix unit and an
appropriate grounding point in your site to safely channel unwanted ESD to earth ground.
Translated Warning Definition
Warning: Means danger. You are in a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on
anu equipment, you must be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry and familiar with
standard practices for preventing accidents.
Waarschuwing: Dit waarschuwingssymbool betekent gevaar. U overtreat in een situatie die
lichamelijk letsel kan veroorzaken. Voordat u aan enige apparatuur gaat werken, dient u zich bewust
te zijn van de bij elektrische schakelingen betrokken risico's en dient u op de hoogte te zijn van
standaard maatregelen om ongelukken te voorkomen.
Varoitus: Tämä varoitusmerkki merkitsee vaaraa. Olet tilanteessa, joka voi johtaa ruumiinvammaan.
Ennen kuin työskentelet minkään laitteiston parissa, ota selvää sähkökytkentöihin liittyvistä vaaroista
ja tavanomaisista onnettomuuksien ehkäisykeinoista.
Attention: Ce symbole d'avertissement indique un danger. Vous vous trouvez dans une situation
pouvant causer des blessures ou des dommages corporels. Avant de travailler sur un équipement,
soyez conscient des dangers posés par les circuits électriques et familiarisez-vous avec les procédures
couramment utilisées pour éviter les accidents.
Warnung: Dieses Warnsymbol bedeutet Gefahr. Sie befinden sich in einer Situation, die zu einer
Körperverletzung führen könnte. Bevor Sie mit der Arbeit an irgendeinem Gerät beginnen, seien
Sie sich der mit elektrischen Stromkreisen verbundenen Gefahren und der Standardpraktiken zur
Vermeidung von Unfällen bewußt.
Avvertenza: Questo simbolo di avvertenza indica un pericolo. La situazione potrebbe causare
infortuni alle persone. Prima di lavorare su qualsiasi apparecchiatura, occorre conoscere i pericoli
relativi ai circuiti elettrici ed essere al corrente delle pratiche standard per la prevenzione di incidenti.
Advarsel: Dette varselsymbolet betyr fare. Du befinner deg i en situasjon som kan føre til
personskade. Før du utfører arbeid på utstyr, må du vare oppmerksom på de faremomentene som
elektriske kretser innebærer, samt gjøre deg kjent med vanlig praksis når det gjelder å unngå ulykker
Aviso: Este símbolo de aviso indica perigo. Encontra-se numa situação que lhe poderá causar danos
físicos. Antes de começar a trabalhar com qualquer equipamento, familiarize-se com os perigos

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relacionados com circuitos eléctricos, e com quaisquer práticas comuns que possam prevenir possíveis
acidentes.
¡Advertencia!: Este símbolo de aviso significa peligro. Existe riesgo para su integridad física. Antes de
manipular cualquier equipo, considerar los riesgos que entraña la corriente eléctrica y familiarizarse
con los procedimientos estándar de prevención de accidentes.
Varning: Denna varningssymbol signalerar fara. Du befinner dig i en situation som kan leda till
personskada. Innan du utför arbete på någon utrustning måste du vara medveten om farorna med
elkretsar och känna till vanligt förfarande för att förebygga skador.

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Requirements
Location Requirements
To avoid premature aging of the unit, insure user security and facilitate access, upgrades and maintenance,
the following guidelines must be followed.
• Install the Mediatrix unit:
— on a standard 48.26 cm (19 in.) equipment rack.
— on a flat surface (desk, table, etc.).
• Install the Mediatrix unit in a well-ventilated location where it will not be exposed to high temperatures or
humidity.
— Operating temperature: 0ºC to 40ºC.
— Humidity lower that 85% and non-condensing.
• Do not install the Mediatrix unit in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near stoves or radiators.
Excessive heat could damage the internal components.
• Unit should be positioned to be accessible for future upgrade, maintenance and troubleshooting and
where cables can be easily connected.
• Maintain a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) clearance around the unit.
• Keep airflow around and through the vents of the unit clear of any obstruction.
• Do not put books or paper on the unit.
Wiring Guidelines
These guidelines apply for any cable, supplied or not, used with a Mediatrix unit.
• Always use straight through cables.
• Cables must not pull or create a lateral stress on the connectors, i.e. they must be long enough.
• Cables must be installed in such a way not to present a trip hazard to personnel working in the vicinity of
the equipment.
• Keep cables away from:
— Sources of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters, and broadband amplifiers
— Power lines
— Fluorescent lighting fixtures
— Liquids or moisture
— Heat sources
Mediatrix Sentinel Characteristics
Parameter Description
Dimensions • Height: 4.4 cm (1.75 in)
• Width: 48.3 cm (19 in)
• Depth: 36.5 cm (14.4 in)

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Parameter Description
Weight 4.8 kg (10.6 lb)
Power consumption • 100 Vac -240 Vac
• 50 Hz / 60 Hz 2A

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Getting Started
Installation Check List
Task Verified by Date
Network information available &
recorded in site log
Location requirements verified
Site power Voltage
Installation site pre-power check
completed
Mounting tools and equipment
available
Additional equipment available
Mediatrix unit received
Quick start guide received
Regulatory compliance and safety
information received
Warranty card received
Software version verified
Rack, desktop mounting of chassis
completed
Initial electrical connections
established
ASCII terminal attached to console
port
Cable length limits verified
Initial configuration performed
Initial operation verified
Package Check List
Item Condition
1 Mediatrix unit
1 Power cord with the proper model for the country

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Item Condition
2 Power cords for Redundant Power Supply model
with the proper model for the country
1 Bumpton kit for desktop use
1 printed Getting Started Guide
1 black RJ-45 cable for each BRI card
1 black RJ-45 cable for each PRI card
1 grey Ethernet RJ-45 cable
Cleaning Instructions
To clean a Mediatrix unit, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Caution: Do not use volatile liquids such as benzine and thinner as they can damage the unit's casing.
For resistant markings, wet a cloth with a mild detergent, wring well and then wipe off. Use a dry cloth to dry
the surface.
Mounting Tools and Equipment
Tools
• Screwdriver as required for attaching brackets to rack
• ESD wrist strap
• Earth ground cable
Warning: The earth ground cable should be the same size (18 AWG minimum) as the earth cable
of the provided power cord. Otherwise, make sure the earth ground cable meets the standards
and requirements of your local electrical code. The type of the cable is likely to have VW-1 or RT1
markings on the cable.
Equipement
• Modem for remote access
• RJ-45 cables for the WAN and LAN connections
• RJ-11 phone lines
Connectors and Indicators
The Mediatrix Sentinel is highly customizable in the sense that it may have one or several types of
cards, or none. Therefore the following image may not exactly represent your Mediatrix unit.
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LEDs
# LED Behavior Condition
Green, blinking, 1 cycle per
second, 50% duty
Unit is being restarted
Green, steady ON Unit is restarted
1 Unit with Power 1 connector
only
OFF No current or failing power
supply
Green, blinking, 1 cycle per
second, 50% duty
Unit is being restarted
Green, steady ON Unit is restarted
One LED Red, steady ON No current or failing power
supply on the Power connector
1 and 2 Unit with Power 1 and Power
2 connectors
Both LEDs OFF No current or failing power
supply on both Power
connectors
Green, steady ON All lines are enabled
(operational state)
Green, steady OFF All lines are disabled
(operational state)
3 Ready
Blinking 1 cycle per 4 seconds,
75% duty
At least one line is enabled
and at least one line is disabled
(operational state)
OFF Lines idled and unlocked
Yellow, steady ON Lines in use and unlocked
5 In-Use
Yellow, blinking yellow, 1
cycle per second, 50% duty
Locked
Green, steady ON Indicates that the PRI card is
well connected
10 Link
OFF Indicates that the PRI card is
not connected
12 ERROR/TROUBLE Red, steady ON Indicates that the PRI card is
not working properly

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# LED Behavior Condition
OFF Indicates that the PRI card is
working properly
Green, blinking, variable rate Network traffic
Green, steady ON No network traffic
14 ETH1 - Right LED (activity)
OFF Not connected
OFF 10 Mbps
Green 100 Mbps
14 ETH1 -Left LED (speed)
Yellow 1000 Mbps
Green blinking, variable rate Network traffic
Green, steady ON No network traffic
15 ETH2/3/4/5/ext -Right LED
(activity)
OFF Not connected
OFF 10 Mbps
Green 100 Mbps
15 ETH2/3/4/5/ext -Left LED
(speed)
Yellow 1000 Mbps
Amber, steady ON Indicates that the DSP card is
ready to initiate and receive
calls.
18 READY
OFF Indicates that the DSP card is
not connected
Amber, steady ON Indicates that the PRI card is in
use.
19 IN-USE
OFF Indicates that the PRI card is
not connected.
Switches
# Switch Description
4 Reset/Default Allows setting the unit to default (known) values. Refer to RESET/
DEFAULT Button (p. 27)
Connectors and cards
# Connectors/cards Description
6 USB1 USB connector
7 USB2 USB connector
8 SYNC IN 8 KHz TDM synchronisation pulse input
9 SYNC OUT 8 KHz TDM synchronisation pulse output

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# Connectors/cards Description
11 PRI card with PRI
port
RJ-45 connector for ISDN-PRI connectivity
13 FXO card with FXO
ports
RJ-11 connectors offering analog PSTN access for various VoIP endpoints
such as IP phones, FXS devices, softphones and IP-based PBX and
14 ETH1 A 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet RJ-45 connector for access to a LAN, WAN
or computer. This port is by default used for uplink / WAN connection.
15 ETH2-ETH3-
ETH4/EXT-ETH5/
EXT
10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet RJ-45 connector for access to a LAN, WAN or
computer. These ports are used by default for LAN connections.
16 FXS card with FXS
ports
RJ-11 connectors to attach a conventional telephone or G3 fax
17 DSP card No connector available.
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# Description
1 POWER 1 connector
2 POWER 2 connector
3 Power switch
4 Grounding screw

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Installing a Mediatrix Unit
Before you start
Warning: When installing or replacing the Mediatrix unit, the earth ground connection between the
grounding screw on the back of the Mediatrix unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site
must always be made first and disconnected last. This is mandatory to avoid any damage or injuries,
even if the Mediatrix unit is installed in a grounded equipment rack.
Warning: The earth ground cable should be the same size (18 AWG minimum) as the earth cable
of the provided power cord. Otherwise, make sure the earth ground cable meets the standards
and requirements of your local electrical code. The type of the cable is likely to have VW-1 or RT1
markings on the cable.
Warning: The earth ground cable must be firmly and securely connected to the grounding screw on
the back of the Mediatrix unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site: the earth ground cable
must remain tightly secured at all times during service and installation.
Warning: Before performing this procedure, you must first read and understand the Safety
Recommendations listed in this document.
Note or take a picture of your unit's serial number before starting the installation, and place the card
stickers of the cards not factory installed. Refer to Locating the Product Serial Number (p. 26)
Steps
1) Install the unit on a flat surface or in an equipment rack. Refer to Installing the Unit on a Flat Surface
(p. 18)
2) Secure an adequate earth ground connection between the grounding screw on the back of the
Mediatrix unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site.
Warning: Adequate earth ground connection of the Mediatrix unit is mandatory to avoid
any damage or injuries.
3) Wear an ESD wrist strap, ensuring it makes good contact with your bare skin.
4) Attach the ESD wrist strap end to an earth ground (grounding screw on the back on the Mediatrix
unit or unpainted bare metal spot of a grounded equipment rack)
5) Turn OFF the circuit breaker of the power sources used to power the Mediatrix unit .
6) Verify that the power switch on the back of the Mediatrix unit is turned OFF.
Redundant Power Supply units do not a have a Power Switch.
7) Connect the provided AC power cord into the POWER 1 connector located on the back of the
Mediatrix unit an in an appropriate AC electrical outlet.
8) For AC Redundant power supply units, repeat step 7 for the second provided AC power cord, using
the POWER 2 connector.
9) Connect the Telephony Interface Cables.
• Connect a PBX, an ISDN line or a BRI phone to the BRI card.
• Connect a PBX or ISDN line to the PRI card.
• Connect faxes, phones or a PBX to the FXS card.

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• Connect a PSTN or a PBX to the FXO card.
Caution: To prevent damage to the Mediatrix unit, make sure to connect the cables to their
proper location on the Mediatrix unit.
10) Connect the Ethernet Cables. Refer to:
•Using the Mediatrix Unit in the LAN without a DHCP (p. 19)
•Using the Mediatrix unit in the LAN with a DHCP (p. 19)
•Using the Mediatrix Unit on the Edge (p. 18)
Installing the Unit on a Flat Surface
Before you start
Warning: Before performing this procedure, you must first read and understand the Safety
Recommendations listed in this document.
Steps
1) Unpack the unit and go through the Package check list.
2) Apply the Bumpon ™ autoadhesive protective products to the bottom of the unit.
This will improve the airflow under the unit.
3) Install the unit on the flat surface.
4) Make sure the unit is at 20 cm (8 inches) from your monitor, computer casing, or other peripheral,
including speakers.
Next Step
Installing a Mediatrix Unit (p. 17)
Using the Mediatrix Unit on the Edge
Before you start
• Your computer must be set to use the 192.168.0.11 private IP address.
• Make sure that your network connection is working.
• Refer to the Hardware Installation Guide for instructions on how to properly install and connect
the telephony card.
Steps
1) Make sure an adequate earth ground connection has been made between the grounding screw on
the back of the Mediatrix unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site.
Warning: Adequate earth grounding connection of the Mediatrix unit is mandatory to avoid
any damage or injuries.
2) Connect a 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet RJ-45 cable into the ETH5/EXT Ethernet connector of the
Mediatrix Sentinel.
3) Connect the other end of the cable into your PC.

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4) Validate the installation
5) Turn ON the power sources that are used to power the Mediatrix unit at the circuit breaker.
When the unit is brought from a cold to a warm environment, condensation, that might be
harmful to the unit, may occur. If this is the case, wait one hour before connecting the power
cord.
6) Turn On the power switch of the Mediatrix.
Please note that Redundant Power Supply units do not have a power switch.
Result
You can now use the 192.168.0.10 IP address to access your unit's management interface.
Using the Mediatrix Unit in the LAN without a DHCP
Before you start
• Your computer must be set to use the 192.168.0.11 private IP address.
• Make sure that your network connection is working.
• Refer to the Hardware Installation Guide for instructions on how to properly install and connect
the telephony card.
Steps
1) Make sure an adequate earth ground connection has been made between the grounding screw on
the back of the Mediatrix unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site.
Warning: Adequate earth grounding connection of the Mediatrix unit is mandatory to avoid
any damage or injuries.
2) Connect a 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet RJ-45 cable into the ETH5/EXT Ethernet connector of the
Mediatrix Sentinel.
3) Connect the other end of the cable into your PC.
4) Validate the installation.
5) Turn ON the power sources that are used to power the Mediatrix unit at the circuit breaker.
When the unit is brought from a cold to a warm environment, condensation, that might be
harmful to the unit, may occur. If this is the case, wait one hour before connecting the power
cord.
6) Turn On the power switch of the Mediatrix.
Please note that Redundant Power Supply units do not have a power switch.
Result
You can now use the 192.168.0.10 IP address to access your unit's management interface.
Using the Mediatrix unit in the LAN with a DHCP
Before you start
• Make sure that your network connection is working.

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• Refer to the Hardware Installation Guide for instructions on how to properly install and connect
the telephony card.
Steps
1) Make sure an adequate earth ground connection has been made between the grounding screw on
the back of the Mediatrix unit and an appropriate grounding point in your site.
Warning: Adequate earth grounding connection of the Mediatrix unit is mandatory to avoid
any damage or injuries.
2) Connect a 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet RJ-45 cable into the ETH1 connector of the Mediatrix
Sentinel.
3) Connect the other end of the cable to a router/switch connected to your LAN.
4) Validate the installation.
5) Turn ON the power sources that are used to power the Mediatrix unit at the circuit breaker
When the unit is brought from a cold to a warm environment, condensation, that might be
harmful to the unit, may occur. If this is the case, wait one hour before connecting the power
cord.
6) Turn On the power switch of the Mediatrix.
Please note that Redundant Power Supply units do not have a power switch.
7) Consult your DHCP server's logs to find out your IP address.
You may also use a network packet sniffer (e.g., Wireshark) to examine the DHCP messages
exchanged between the Mediatrix Sentinel and your DHCP server while the Mediatrix
Sentinel boots up.
Result
You can now use the DHCP IP address to access your unit's management interface.
Verifying the Installation
Steps
1) Contact the Mediatrix unit with an SNMP browser.
2) Contact the Mediatrix unit via the CLI.
3) Contact the Mediatrix unit via the Web Browser.
4) Ping the Mediatrix unit.