Paradyne COMSPHERE 6700 Series User manual

COMSPHERE
6700 SERIES
NETWORK MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM
NETWORK CONFIGURATION GUIDE
Document No. 6700-A2-GB22-10

AIssue 2 December 1996
COMSPHERE
6700 Series Network
Management System
Network Configuration Guide
6700-A2-GB22-10
Issue 2 (December 1996)
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Preface
GRelated Documents v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ordering Information vi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1Overview
GWhat is the Network Configuration Feature? 1-1. . . . .
GPreparing for Network Configuration 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . .
GAccessing the Network Configuration Feature 1-3. . . .
GMain Menu Options 1-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2Workstation Settings
GDesignating NMS Server Names and IP
Addresses 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding Names and IP Addresses 2-2. . . . . . . . .
Modifying or Deleting Names and IP
Addresses 2-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GChoosing the Active Server 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GEntering Administrative Data 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3Configuration Files and Interfaces
GConfiguration Files 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving a Configuration File 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exiting a Configuration File 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GInterfaces 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding an Interface 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Duplicating an Interface 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting an Interface 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GAutomatically Connecting Interfaces 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . .

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4SNMP Settings
GConfiguring SNMP Community Names 4-2. . . . . . . . . .
Uses 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GConfiguring Authorized SNMP Managers 4-5. . . . . . . .
Adding Authorized Manager Information 4-5. . . .
Modifying or Deleting Authorized Manager
Information 4-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5Custom Network Interface Settings
GViewing Network Settings 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GConfiguring LAN Hardware Parameters 5-3. . . . . . . . . .
GSelecting the IP Address of a Workstation 5-5. . . . . . .
GSetting the Number of Subnet Mask Bits 5-6. . . . . . . . .
GChoosing Port Settings 5-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GChoosing Modem Settings 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GSpecifying Dial Settings 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
GDesignating the Default Gateway 5-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glossary
Index

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Figures
1 Overview
G1-1 Network Configuration Main Menu 1-3. . . . . . . . .
G1-2 Network Configuration Main Menu Options 1-4. .
2 Workstation Settings
G2-1 NMS Server Dialog Box 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G2-2 Active Server Dialog Box 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G2-3 Station Administration Dialog Box 2-5. . . . . . . . . .
3 Configuration Files and Interfaces
G3-1 Custom Window 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G3-2 Add Interface Window 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G3-3 Interface Name Dialog Box 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G3-4 Delete Interface Dialog Box 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G3-5 Auto Connect Interfaces Dialog Box 3-6. . . . . . . .
4 SNMP Settings
G4-1 Community Names Dialog Box 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . .
G4-2 Authorized Managers Dialog Box 4-5. . . . . . . . . .
5 Custom Network Interface Settings
G5-1 Custom Window 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-2 Hardware Dialog Box 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-3 Internet Address Dialog Box 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-4 Subnet Mask Dialog Box 5-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-5 Port Settings Dialog Box 5-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-6 Modem Settings Dialog Box 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-7 Dial Settings Dialog Box 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tables
4 SNMP Settings
G4-1 Community Names Dialog Box Fields 4-4. . . . . .
G4-2 Authorized Managers Dialog Box Fields 4-6. . . .
5 Custom Nework Interface Settings
G5-1 Custom Window Fields 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-2 Hardware Dialog Box Fields 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-3 Port Settings Dialog Box Fields 5-8. . . . . . . . . . . .
G5-4 Modem Settings Dialog Box Fields 5-10. . . . . . . . .
G5-5 Dial Settings Dialog Box Fields 5-12. . . . . . . . . . . .

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Preface
This guide describes how to use the COMSPHEREr
6700 Series Network Management System (NMS) Network
Configuration Guide.
This manual assumes you have a basic understanding of LAN,
networks and their adapters, modems and their operation, are
knowledgeable about data communications, and are familiar
with Windowstterminology and conventions. You or your LAN
administrator should also have knowledge of TCP/IP.
Related Documents
Contact your sales representative for additional product
documentation.
3510-A2-GA31
COMSPHERE 3000 Series Carrier, Installation
Manual
3610-A2-GB41 COMSPHERE 3600 Series Data Service Units,
Models 3610 and 3611, Time Division
Multiplexer, Multichannel Multipoint, and Digital
Bridge Options, Applications Guide
3610-A2-GB91 COMSPHERE 3600 Series Data Service Units,
Models 3610 and 3611, Operator’s Guide (with
Reference Card insert)
3610-A2-GN32 COMSPHERE 3600 Series Data Service Units,
Models 3610 and 3611, Dial Backup Module
and SNA Diagnostic Interface Options,
Applications Guide
3810-A2-GB91 COMSPHERE 3800 Series Modems,
Models 3810, 3811, and 3820, User’s Guide

Preface
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3910-A2-GN32
COMSPHERE 3900 Series Modems,
Models 3910 and 3911,
Point-to-Point/Multipoint, Installation and
Operation Manual
6700-A2-GB20 COMSPHERE 6700 Series Network
Management System SNMP Proxy Agent
Feature User’s Guide
6700-A2-GB41 COMSPHERE 6700 Series Network
Management System Security Manager
Feature Supplement
6700-A2-GY31 COMSPHERE 6700 Series Network
Management System User’s Guide
1001-40-1940 NEWT TCP/IP for Windows Installation and
User’s Guide

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Overview 1
This chapter describes the Network Configuration feature,
explains how to access this feature, and provides a diagram of
its menu structure.
What is the Network
Configuration Feature?
The Network Configuration feature allows you to customize your
COMSPHERE 6700 Series NMS base software, client, and/or
SNMP Proxy Agent features.
Preparing for Network
Configuration
Before network configuration, you need some system and
network information. Use the following form to collect the
necessary information before you start the installation process.
Retain this form as a record of this information. Examples are
shown in parentheses.

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Network Configuration Information
General
Where to install the software (c:\pcnms):
Location of network drivers (c:\pcnms):
Software Serial Number (1493018):
Software Key Number (dkjslmo):
Network Interface Name (Ethernet0):
Network Interface Type (Ethernet):
Workstation
Internet Address of Workstation (192.0.2.2):
Unique Node Name (Largo Bld. J):
NMS Server(s) IP Address (192.0.2.1):
LAN/Hardware Interface
Adapter Vendor Name (Western Digital):
Board Type (Ether Card Plus):
Interrupt Level (5):
I/O Base Address (0x300):
SLIP Interface
Baud Rate (9600):
Flow Control (Hardware):
Modem Type (Hayesrcompatible):
Port (COM 1):
Telephone Number (9,1,813–530–2671):
Optional
Subnet Mask (255.255.255.0):
Default Gateway (192.0.2.254):

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Accessing the Network
Configuration Feature
To access the Network Configuration feature, access the
Windows Program Manager and choose the icon shown below
from the COMSPHERE 6700 Program Group.
The Network Configuration Main Menu appears, as shown in
Figure 1-1.
Figure 1-1. Network Configuration Main Menu

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Main Menu Options
Figure 1-2 shows the menu options available from the Main
Menu.
Figure 1-2. Network Configuration Main Menu Options
Use the procedures in the following chapters to customize your
configuration using these menu options.

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Workstation Settings 2
This chapter provides procedures for configuring a workstation’s
server-related settings.

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Designating NMS Server Names
and IP Addresses
For each NMS multiuser client, you must designate a server,
and each NMS server must have a name and Internet Protocol
(IP) address.
Adding Names and IP Addresses
Use NMS Servers... to build a database of NMS server names
and IP addresses. You can then use this database to select the
NMS server for a multiuser client.
.Procedure
1. Select Workstation from the Main Menu.
2. Choose NMS Servers.... The NMS Servers dialog box
appears, as shown in Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1. NMS Server Dialog Box
3. In the Name field, enter the name of the NMS server
(maximum 15 characters).
4. In the IP Address field, enter the NMS server IP
address.
5. Choose Add. The new name and IP address appear in
the Available NMS Servers list box.

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6. Repeat Steps 3–5 for each IP address you need to
add.
7. Choose Close from the Control menu to return to the
Main Menu.
Modifying or Deleting Names and IP
Addresses
Use NMS Servers... to maintain the NMS server name and IP
address database.
.Procedure
1. Select Workstation from the Main Menu.
2. Choose NMS Servers.... The NMS Servers dialog box
appears, as shown in Figure 2-1.
3. Choose the name of the server you wish to modify or
delete from the Available NMS Servers list box. That
name and address appears in the Name and IP
Address fields.
4. Change the name and/or IP address and choose
Modify or Delete, as appropriate.
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for each server name and IP
address you need to modify or delete.
6. Choose Close from the Control menu to return to the
Main Menu.

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Choosing the Active Server
Use Active Server... to choose the active server for the NMS
client. After you choose an active server with this command, the
NMS client uses the IP address you set up using NMS
Servers... to communicate with that server.
.Procedure
1. Select Workstation from the Main Menu.
2. Choose Active Server.... The Active Server dialog box
appears, as shown in Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. Active Server Dialog Box
3. Select a server from the Available NMS Servers
listbox.
4. Choose OK. The Main Menu appears.
NOTE:
If you change the NMS server while the NMS is active,
you must restart NMS.

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Entering Administrative Data
Use Administration to enter information about who to contact
should the workstation require human interaction.
.Procedure
1. Select Workstation from the Main Menu.
2. Choose Administration. The Station Administration
dialog box appears, as shown in Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-3. Station Administration Dialog Box
The Station Name appears at the top of the dialog box.
This is the name entered for this workstation during the
installation process.
3. Use the Location, Contact 1, and Contact 2 fields to
enter administrative information about this workstation.
Each field contains a maximum of 40 characters.
4. Choose Modify.

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Configuration Files and Interfaces 3
This chapter provides procedures for configuration file and
interface manipulation.

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Configuration Files
Use the File menu on the Custom window menu bar to save and
exit a configuration file. To access the Custom window (shown
in Figure 3-1), choose Settings... from the Network menu.
Figure 3-1. Custom Window
Saving a Configuration File
To save a configuration file, choose Save from the File menu on
the Custom window menu bar.
Exiting a Configuration File
To exit a configuration file, choose Exit on the File menu on the
Custom window menu bar. This closes the configuration file and
exits the Custom window.

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Interfaces
Use the Interface menu on the Custom window to add,
duplicate, or delete an interface. You must configure at least one
interface.
Adding an Interface
Use Add on the Custom window’s Interface menu to add an
interface to a configuration file.
.Procedure
1. Choose Settings from the Network menu. The Custom
window appears, as shown in Figure 3-1.
2. Choose Interface from the Custom window menu bar.
3. Choose Add from the Interface menu. The Add
Interface window appears, as shown in Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2. Add Interface Window
4. Select the type of interface using the selection list
button to the right of the Type field.
5. Enter the name of the interface in the Name field. The
default is Ethernet0.
6. Choose OK.