Nortel CS 1000 Series Guide

Nortel Communication Server 1000
ISDN Basic Rate Interface
Installation and Commissioning
Release: 6.0
Document Revision: 03.01
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Document release date: 11 May 2009
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Contents
New in this release 5
Other 5
Revision History 5
How to get help 7
Getting help from the Nortel web site 7
Getting help over the telephone from a Nortel Solutions Center 7
Getting help from a specialist by using an Express Routing Code 8
Getting help through a Nortel distributor or reseller 8
Introduction 9
Subject 9
Applicable systems 10
Intended audience 10
Conventions 11
Related information 11
Preparing for installation 13
Contents 13
Preparing the site 13
Unpacking and inspecting 14
Taking inventory 14
Installing ISDN BRI hardware 15
Contents 15
Installing ISDN BRI hardware for line applications 15
Installing ISDN BRI hardware for trunk applications 38
Preparing the system 47
Contents 47
Introduction 47
Verifying ISDN BRI operation 47
Setting up ISDN BRI test terminals and trunks 48
Configuring ISDN BRI hardware 53
Contents 53
Hardware requirements 53
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Configuring ISDN BRI trunking with IP expansion cabinets or Media Gateway
systems 55
Installation procedures 56
Testing ISDN BRI functions 87
Contents 87
Introduction 87
Voice calls 88
Circuit-switched data calls 98
Packet data transmission 99
Testing an ISDN BRI trunk 102
Removing the test setup 102
Generating traffic reports 103
Contents 103
Introduction 103
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New in this release
There have been no updates to the document in Communication Server
1000 Release 6.0.
Other Revision History
May 2009 Standard 03.01. This document is up-issued to support
Communication Server 1000 Release 6.0.
December 2007 Standard 02.05. This document is up-issued to support
Communication Server Release 5.5.
June 2007 Standard 01.02. This document is up-issued to remove the Nortel
Networks Confidential statement.
May 2007 Standard 01.01. This document is issued to support Communication
Server 1000 Release 5.0. This document contains information
previously contained in the following legacy document, now
retired: ISDN Basic Rate Interface: Installation and Commissioning
(NN43001-318). No new content is added for Communication
Server 1000 Release 5.0. All references to Communication Server
1000 Release 4.5 are applicable to Communication Server 1000
Release 5.0.
August 2005 Standard 3.00. This document is up-issued to support
Communication Server 1000 Release 4.5.
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 technical document for
Succession 3.0. It was created to support a restructuring of the
Documentation Library, which resulted in the merging of multiple
legacy technical documentation. 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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How to get help
This chapter explains how to get help for Nortel products and services.
Getting help from the Nortel web site
The best way to get technical support for Nortel products is from the Nortel
Technical Support web site:
http://www.nortel.com/support
This site provides quick access to software, documentation, bulletins, and
tools to address issues with Nortel products. From this site, you can:
•download software, documentation, and product bulletins
•search the Technical Support Web site and the Nortel Knowledge Base
for answers to technical issues
•sign up for automatic notification of new software and documentation
for Nortel equipment
•open and manage technical support cases
Getting help over the telephone from a Nortel Solutions Center
If you do not find the information you require on the Nortel Technical
Support web site, and you have a Nortel support contract, you can also get
help over the telephone from a Nortel Solutions Center.
In North America, call 1-800-4NORTEL (1-800-466-7835).
Outside North America, go to the following web site to obtain the telephone
number for your region:
http://www.nortel.com/callus
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Getting help from a specialist by using an Express Routing Code
To access some Nortel Technical Solutions Centers, you can use an
Express Routing Code (ERC) to quickly route your call to a specialist in
your Nortel product or service. To locate the ERC for your product or
service, go to:
http://www.nortel.com/erc
Getting help through a Nortel distributor or reseller
If you purchased a service contract for your Nortel product from a
distributor or authorized reseller, contact the technical support staff for that
distributor or reseller.
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Introduction
This document is a global document. Contact your system supplier or your
Nortel representative to verify that the hardware and software described
are supported in your area.
Note 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 and Small 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 technical document contains information about systems, components,
and features that are compatible with Nortel Communication Server
1000 Release 6.0 software. For more information on legacy products
and releases, click the Technical Documentation link under Support &
Training on the Nortel home page:
www.nortel.com
Applicable systems
This document applies to the following systems:
•Communication Server 1000E (CS1000E)
•Communication Server 1000M Single Group (CS 1000M SG)
•Communication Server 1000M Multi Group (CS 1000M MG)
•Meridian 1 PBX 61C
•Meridian 1 PBX 81C
Note: When upgrading software, memory upgrades may be required
on the Signaling Server, the Call Server, or both.
System migration
When particular Meridian 1systems are upgraded to run CS 1000 software
and configured to include a Signaling Server, they become CS 1000
systems. Table 1 "Meridian 1 systems to CS 1000 systems" (page 10) lists
each Meridian 1 system that supports an upgrade path to a CS 1000
system.
Table 1
Meridian 1 systems to CS 1000 systems
This Meridian 1 system... Maps to this CS 1000 system
Meridian 1 PBX 11C Chassis CS 1000E
Meridian 1 PBX 11C Cabinet CS 1000E
Meridian 1 PBX 61C CS 1000M Single Group
Meridian 1 PBX 81C CS 1000M Multi Group
Intended audience
This document is intended for individuals responsible for the planning,
engineering, and administration of the applicable system.
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Conventions
Terminology
In this document, the following systems are referred to generically as
"system":
•Communication Server 1000E (CS 1000E)
•Communication Server 1000M (CS 1000M)
•Meridian 1
Related information
This section lists information sources that relate to this document.
Technical Documents
The following technical documents are referenced in this document:
•Features and Services Fundamentals (NN43001-106)
•Software Input Output Administration (NN43001-611)
•Software Input Output Reference - Maintenance (NN43001-711)
Online To access Nortel documentation online, click the Technical
Documentation link under Support & Training on the Nortel home page:
www.nortel.com
CD-ROM
To obtain Nortel documentation on CD-ROM, contact your Nortel customer
representative.
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Preparing for installation
Contents This section contains information on the following topics:
“Preparing the site” (page 13)
“Unpacking and inspecting” (page 14)
“Taking inventory” (page 14)
Preparing the site
When installing a system, address the following factors.
•environmental
•structural
•electrical
For more information see Communication Server 1000M and Meridian 1
Large System Planning and Engineering (NN43021-220).
After the site is planned, the following items must be completed prior to
ISDN BRI installation.
•Wire the building between ISDN BRI terminal locations and the
distribution frame. Refer to the "Engineering guidelines" section of
ISDN Basic Rate Interface Feature Fundamentals (NN43001-580)
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 (NN43021-220).
•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 Feature Fundamentals
(NN43001-580). Refer to Communication Server 1000M and Meridian
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1 Large System Installation and Commissioning (NN43021-310) 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
nonconductor 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.
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” (page 15)
“Installing ISDN BRI hardware for trunk applications” (page 38)
“Selecting the card slots” (page 39)
“Removing the module cover for card installation” (page 39)
“Installing the MISP” (page 39)
“Installing the clock reference on the SILC” (page 39)
“Installing the SILC and the UILC” (page 43)
“Connecting the system to the Main Distribution Frame (MDF)” (page 43)
“Cross-connecting the Main Distribution Frame (MDF)” (page 43)
“Card location forms” (page 44)
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 Commissioning (NN43021-310)
before performing these procedures.
For a successful installation, perform these procedures in the order listed
below:
Step Action
1Select the card slots where the ISDN BRI cards will be located.
2Remove the module cover for card installation.
3Install the Multi-Purpose ISDN Signaling Processors (MISPs).
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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.
--End--
Procedure 1
Selecting the card slots
Step Action
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 22
REQ: prt
TYPE: cfn
•LD 20 to list unused IPE card slots to install SILCs, UILCs
and BRSCs
LD 20
REQ: prt
TYPE: luc
TN: l s
Table 2 "ISDN BRI card location" (page 16) lists the modules
that can house ISDN BRI cards.
Table 2
ISDN BRI card location
Modules Supported Systems
SILCs,
UILCs,
BRSCs MISPs
NT4N41
Core/Network Module Large Systems —Network slots 0-7
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Table 2
ISDN BRI card location (cont’d.)
Modules Supported Systems
SILCs,
UILCs,
BRSCs MISPs
NT8D35
Network Module 81C CPPII —Network slots 5-12
NT8D37
IPE Module All systems IPE slots 0-15 —
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--
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 "ISDN BRI card location"
(page 16) 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.
•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.
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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 Figure 1 "NT8D35
Network module (Large System)" (page 18) show typical module
configurations.
Figure 1 "NT8D35 Network module (Large System)" (page 18) shows the
NT8D35 Network module.
Figure 1
NT8D35 Network module (Large System)
Figure 2 "NT8D37 IPE module (Large System)" (page 19) shows the
NT8D37 IPE module.
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Figure 2
NT8D37 IPE module (Large System)
Figure 3 "NT4N41 Core/Network module (Large System)" (page 19) shows
the NT4N41 Core/Network module.
Figure 3
NT4N41 Core/Network module (Large System)
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Procedure 2
Remove the module cover for card installation
Step Action
To remove the covers from the modules with unused card slots, follow the
procedure below. Refer to Figure 4 "Module cover locking latches" (page 20).
1Use a flat-blade screwdriver to unlock the left latch on the front of
the cover by turning the screw 1/4 turn clockwise.
2Use a flat-blade screwdriver to unlock the right latch on the front
of the cover by turning the screw 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3While holding the cover so it does not fall off, slide the latches
toward the center of the cover.
4Pull the cover toward you and lift it away from the module.
5Place the cover in a safe place away from the working area to
avoid damaging it.
6Repeat steps 1 through 5 for each cover requiring removal.
--End--
Figure 4
Module cover locking latches
Procedure 3
Installing the MISP
Step Action
Once covers have been removed and card slot locations selected for ISDN BRI
cards, install the MISP cards.
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