Nortel 1000S Operating and maintenance instructions

Nortel Networks Communication Server 1000
Nortel Networks Communication Server 1000 Release 4.0
ISDN Basic Rate Interface
Installation and Configuration
Document Number: 553-3001-218
Document Release: Standard 2.00
Date: September 2004
Year Publish FCC TM
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or components as progress in engineering and manufacturing may warrant.
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Revision history
September 2004
Standard 2.00. This document is up-issued for Communication Server 1000
Release 4.0.
October 2003
Standard 1.00. This document is a new NTP for Succession 3.0. It was created
to support a restructuring of the Documentation Library, which resulted in the
merging of multiple legacy NTPs. This new document consolidates
information previously contained in the following legacy documents, now
retired:
• ISDN Basic Rate Interface: Installation (553-3901-200)
• ISDN Basic Rate Interface: Acceptance Testing (553-3901-330)

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Contents
About this document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Subject .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Applicable systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Intended audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Conventions .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Related information .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Preparing for installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Contents .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Preparing the site .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Unpacking and inspecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Taking inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Installing ISDN BRI hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Contents .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing ISDN BRI hardware for line applications .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing ISDN BRI hardware for trunk applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Configuring ISDN BRI hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Contents .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Hardware requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Configuring ISDN BRI trunking with IP expansion
cabinets or MG 1000S systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Installation procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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Preparing the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Introduction .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Verifying ISDN BRI operation .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Setting up ISDN BRI test terminals and trunks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Testing ISDN BRI functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Introduction .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Voice calls .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Circuit-switched data calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Packet data transmission .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Testing an ISDN BRI trunk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Removing the test setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Generating traffic reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Introduction .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

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About this document
Contact your system supplier or your Nortel Networks representative to
verify that the hardware and software described are supported in your area.
Remember the following:
• ISDN Basic Rate Interface (BRI) trunking is not available in North
America.
• The Basic Rate Signaling Concentrator (BRSC) is not supported on
CS 1000M Cabinet.
• The integrated Meridian 1 Packet Handler is not supported on CS 1000M
Cabinet.
Subject
This document contains the following information:
• ISDN BRI hardware installation instructions for all systems
• Description of acceptance testing of ISDN BRI services for Large
Systems, Small Systems, and CS 1000S systems.
— how to visually inspect ISDN BRI equipment for possible improper
installation
— how to interpret visual indicators on ISDN BRI cards
— how to test basic ISDN BRI features and verify traffic reporting
Note: The craftsperson conducts acceptance testing after the equipment
is installed and configured. This is done to verify that the system is
operating correctly and ISDN BRI functions and features work as
specified.

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Note on legacy products and releases
This NTP contains information about systems, components, and features that
are compatible with Nortel Networks Communication Server 1000
Release 4.0 software. For more information on legacy products and releases,
click the Technical Documentation link under Support on the Nortel
Networks home page:
http://www.nortelnetworks.com/
Applicable systems
This document applies to the following systems:
• Communication Server 1000S (CS 1000S)
• Communication Server 1000M Chassis (CS 1000M Chassis)
• Communication Server 1000M Cabinet (CS 1000M Cabinet)
• Communication Server 1000M Half Group (CS 1000M HG)
• Communication Server 1000M Single Group (CS 1000M SG)
• Communication Server 1000M Multi Group (CS 1000M MG)
• Communication Server 1000E (CS 1000E)
• Meridian 1 PBX 11C Chassis (Meridian 1 PBX 11C Chassis)
• Meridian 1 PBX 11C Cabinet (Meridian 1 PBX 11C Cabinet)
• Meridian 1 PBX 51C
• Meridian 1 PBX 61C
• Meridian 1 PBX 61C CP PII
•Meridian1PBX81
• Meridian 1 PBX 81C
• Meridian 1 PBX 81C CP PII
Note: When upgrading software, memory upgrades may be required on
the Signaling Server, the Call Server, or both.

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System migration
When particular Meridian 1 systems are upgraded to run CS 1000 Release 4.0
software and configured to include a Signaling Server, they become
CS 1000M systems. Table 1 lists each Meridian 1 system that supports an
upgrade path to a CS 1000M system.
For more information, see one or more of the following NTPs:
•Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1: Small System Upgrade
Procedures (553-3011-258)
•Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1: Large System Upgrade
Procedures (553-3021-258)
•Communication Server 1000S: Upgrade Procedures (553-3031-258)
Intended audience
This document is intended for individuals responsible for the planning,
engineering, and administration of the applicable system.
Table 1
Meridian 1 systems to CS 1000M systems
This Meridian 1 system... Maps to this CS 1000M system
Meridian 1 PBX 11C Chassis CS 1000M Chassis
Meridian 1 PBX 11C Cabinet CS 1000M Cabinet
Meridian 1 PBX 51C CS 1000M Half Group
Meridian 1 PBX 61C CS 1000M Single Group
Meridian 1 PBX 61C CP PII CS 1000M Single Group
Meridian 1 PBX 81 CS 1000M Multi Group
Meridian 1 PBX 81C CS 1000M Multi Group
Meridian 1 PBX 81C CP PII CS 1000M Multi Group

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Conventions
Terminology
In this document, the following systems are referred to generically as
“system”:
• Communication Server 1000S (CS 1000S)
• Communication Server 1000M (CS 1000M)
• Communication Server 1000E (CS 1000E)
•Meridian1
The following systems are referred to generically as “Small System”:
• Communication Server 1000M Chassis (CS 1000M Chassis)
• Communication Server 1000M Cabinet (CS 1000M Cabinet)
• Meridian 1 PBX 11C Chassis (Meridian 1 PBX 11C Chassis)
• Meridian 1 PBX 11C Cabinet (Meridian 1 PBX 11C Cabinet)
The following systems are referred to generically as “Large System”:
• Communication Server 1000M Half Group (CS 1000M HG)
• Communication Server 1000M Single Group (CS 1000M SG)
• Communication Server 1000M Multi Group (CS 1000M MG)
• Meridian 1 PBX 51C
• Meridian 1 PBX 61C
• Meridian 1 PBX 61C CP PII
•Meridian1PBX81
• Meridian 1 PBX 81C
• Meridian 1 PBX 81C CP PII

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Related information
This section lists information sources that relate to this document.
NTPs
The following NTPs are referenced in this document:
•Meridian Communications Unit and Meridian Communications
Adapter: Description, Installation, Administration, Operation (553-
2731-109)
•ISDN Primary Rate Interface: Installation and Configuration (553-
3001-201)
•Software Input/Output: Administration (553-3001-311)
•ISDN Basic Rate Interface: Features (553-3001-380)
•ISDN Primary Rate Interface: Maintenance (553-3001-517)
•ISDN Basic Rate Interface: Maintenance (553-3001-518)
•Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1: Large System Planning
and Engineering (553-3021-120)
•Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1: Large System
Installation and Configuration (553-3021-210)
•Communication Server 1000S: Installation and Configuration (553-
3031-210)
Online
To access Nortel Networks documentation online, click the
Technical Documentation link under Support on the Nortel Networks
home page:
http://www.nortelnetworks.com/
CD-ROM
To obtain Nortel Networks documentation on CD-ROM, contact your
Nortel Networks customer representative.

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Preparing for installation
Contents
This section contains information on the following topics:
Preparing the site. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Unpacking and inspecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Taking inventory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Preparing the site
When installing a system, address the following factors.
• environmental
• structural
• electrical
For more information refer to Communication Server 1000M and
Meridian 1: Large System Planning and Engineering (553-3021-120).
After the site has been planned, the following items must be completed prior
to ISDN BRI installation.

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• Wire the building between ISDN BRI terminal locations and the
distribution frame. Refer to the “Engineering guidelines” section of
ISDN Basic Rate Interface: Features (553-3001-380) for wiring
specifications and guidelines. For the location of the terminals and the
distribution frame, use the Building Cable Plan developed according to
instructions in the “Planning the site” section in
Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1: Large System Planning
and Engineering (553-3021-120).
• Install any Intelligent Peripheral Equipment (IPE) or Network Modules
needed to house ISDN BRI cards as determined in “Engineering
guidelines” of ISDN Basic Rate Interface: Features (553-3001-380).
Refer to Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1: Large System
Installation and Configuration (553-3021-210) for a description of how
to install the modules.
Unpacking and inspecting
ISDN BRI cards and external communication cables are shipped in separate
packages. To unpack them, follow the general precautions recommended by
computer and telephone equipment manufacturers.
• Remove items that generate static charge from the installation site.
• If the installation site is carpeted, spray it with an antistatic spray.
• Ground yourself before handling any equipment.
• Carefully remove the equipment from its packaging. Do not puncture or
tear the containers. Use scissors or a utility knife.
• Inspect the equipment for obvious faults or damage. Report any damaged
component to your sales representative and the carrier who delivered the
equipment.
• When unpacking the circuit cards, hold them only by their
non-conductor edges. Do not touch connector pins or components.
• Keep the circuit cards in their antistatic bags until you are ready to install
them.
• Do not stack the plug-in cards on top of each other. This can damage the
components and the printed circuits on the cards.

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Taking inventory
After unpacking, verify that all the equipment necessary is at the site before
installation begins. Check the equipment received against the shipping
documents. Note any shortages and report them to your sales representative.

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Installing ISDN BRI hardware
Contents
This section contains information on the following topics:
Installing ISDN BRI hardware for line applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing ISDN BRI hardware for trunk applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Selecting the card slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Removing the module cover for card installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Installing the MISP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Installing the clock reference on the SILC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Installing the SILC and the UILC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Connecting the system to the Main Distribution Frame (MDF) . . . 48
Cross-connecting the Main Distribution Frame (MDF). . . . . . . . . . 48
Card location forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Installing ISDN BRI hardware for line applications
The following lists the procedures for installing ISDN BRI hardware for line
applications. The system must already be installed and operating according to
the instructions in Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1:
Large System Installation and Configuration (553-3021-210) before
performing these procedures.
For a successful installation, perform these procedures in the order listed
below:
1Select the card slots where the ISDN BRI cards will be located.
2Remove the module cover for card installation.

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3Install the Multi-Purpose ISDN Signaling Processors (MISPs).
4Install the S/T Interface Linecards (SILCs) and/or U Interface Linecards
(UILCs) or Basic Rate Signaling Concentrators (BRSCs).
5Connect ISDN BRI terminals. This procedure comprises the following:
— Connect the system to the Main Distribution Frame (MDF).
— Cross-connect the MDF.
— Connect ISDN BRI terminals to the DSL.
— Initialize the ISDN BRI terminals.
Procedure 1
Selecting the card slots
To install ISDN BRI cards, perform the following steps:
1Identify all the slots that can contain the ISDN BRI cards. First identify the
modules with unused network and peripheral card slots and then remove
the covers from the identified modules. To identify the modules, use the
following Print Programs.
• LD 22 to print the system configuration and identify unused network
card slots to install MISPs
• LD 20 to list unused IPE card slots to install SILCs, UILCs and
BRSCs

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Table 2 lists the modules that can house ISDN BRI cards.
Table 2
ISDN BRI card location
2Locate the card slots in the modules that house ISDN BRI cards. Group
all SILCs, UILCs, BRSCs, superloops and the MISP that supports them in
the same network group to avoid using junctors for dedicated
connections.
End of Procedure
The following rules apply when selecting the card slots:
MISPs
• MISPs are inserted into the Core/Network Module for Large Systems
(Multi Group). Refer to the LD 22 printout to identify modules with
unused network card slots and to Table 2 for the card slots in these
modules that can house MISPs.
• An MISP cannot share network loop addresses with a Superloop
Network Card in the Large Systems. The MISP requires two network
loop addresses and one network card slot.
• An MISP supports a maximum of 8 BRSCs and two line cards.
Modules
Supported
Systems
SILCs,
UILCs,
BRSCs MISPs
NT4N41
Core/Network Module
Large
Systems —Network slots
0-7
NT8D35
Network Module
81C CPPII —Network
slots
5-12
NT8D37
IPE Module
All systems IPE slots
0-15 —

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• An MISP supports a set of 4 SILCs or UILCs when not supporting a
BRSC.
• An MISP can support both BRSCs and SILCs or UILCs at the same time.
If it serves one BRSC, an MISP can also support three line cards. If it
supports two or more BRSCs, an MISP can also support two line cards.
BRSCs
• Install one BRSC for each IPE module.
• With a BRSC configured, an IPE module can support a maximum of 15
line cards. These can be up to eight UILCs combined with any other
seven peripheral cards (including SILCs), or up to 15 SILCs.
SILCs/UILCs
• The cards are installed in the Core/Network Module or the IPE Module
for all system options. Refer to the LD 20 printout to identify modules
with unused peripheral card slots.
• In each module, install a maximum of 15 SILCs, or eight UILCs
combined with any other seven peripheral cards (including SILCs). If 15
SILCs are installed, the remaining slots in the module may contain a
BRSC, a UILCs, or non-ISDN BRI cards that do not need the - 48 V
power supply of the IPE module (this restriction is due to power supply
limitations for the module). If eight UILCs are used, you may install any
other card which could reside in the IPE module.
• Group all SILCs, UILCs, BRSCs and the MISP that supports them in the
same network group to avoid using junctors for dedicated connections.
Figures 1 through 3, beginning page 21 show typical module
configurations.