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MARCH 1996
LRA001A-R2
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND CANADIAN DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONs RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio communication. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rul
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This manual consists of two documents: a User’s Guide and a Reference Guide. The User’s Guide begins on page 5 and the Reference Guide begins on page 137. TRADEMARKS ® Cheyenne is a registered trademark of Cheyenne Software, Inc. ® Lotus is a registered trademark of Lotus Development Corporation. ® Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. ® Merit is a registered trademark of Merit Technologies Ltd. ® Motorola is a registered trademark of Motorola. ® ® Novell and NetWare are r
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MARCH 1996 LRA001A-R2 LRA005A-R2 LRS002A-R2 Async Router AR-P Async Router AR-5 Sync Router USER’S GUIDE
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL CONTENTS 1. Specifications...........................................................................................................................9 1.1 General .............................................................................................................................9 1.2 Connector Specifications.................................................................................................9 2. Introduction ........
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL 5.4 Parameters ........................................................................................................................47 5.4.1 LAN Parameters .....................................................................................................48 5.4.2 Choose Method of Client Authentication ............................................................49 5.4.3 Modem Parameters ...............................................
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL C.4 Operating Problems ........................................................................................................95 C.4.1 Cannot Communicate with Remote Host (IP Only) ...........................................95 C.4.2 Connection Drops After a Few Seconds...............................................................100 C.4.3 Connection Drops After a Few Hours ...............................................................
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CHAPTER 1: Specifications 1. Specifications 1.1 General Standards—Ethernet: IEEE 802.3 AUI, 10BASE-T; V.32 bis/V.42 bis Speed—10-Mbps Ethernet; 28.8-Kbps integrated modem Protocols—IP, IPX™ Integrated Modem—V.34 bis with V.42 bis Diagnostics—Via LEDs or management code (supports Telnet login), SNMP Connectors—All models: (1) DB9 male, (1) DB15 AUI female, (1) RJ-45 female, (1) 5-pin DIN; LRA001A-R2: (1) RJ-11; LRA005A-R2: (5) RJ-11; LRS002A-R2: (1) RJ-11, (1) DB25 female Humidity—20-80% (non-c
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL NOTE The maximum length of the transceiver cable cannot exceed 164 feet (50 meters). Table 1-2. 10BASE-T, RJ-45 (8-Pin) Connector. Pin Number Signal Pin 1 TPO+ Pin 2 TPO Pin 3 TP1+ Pin 4 NC Pin 5 NC Pin 6 TP1- Pin 7 NC Pin 8 NC Table 1-3. DB9 Connector. Pin Number Signal Pin 1 DCD Pin 2 RXD Pin 3 TXD Pin 4 DTR Pin 5 Gnd Pin 6 DSR Pin 7 DTR Pin 8 CTS Pin 9 RI Table 1-4. Power Input Connector. Pin Number Signal Pin 1 COM Pin 2 Case Pin 3 +
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL 2. Introduction This chapter introduces Router technology, features, and applications. Installation instructions begin in Chapter 3. If you are upgrading a previous version of the Router, make sure you read Appendix C in the Reference Manual. ® The Routers are remote access servers that route TCP/IP and IPX (NetWare ) traffic. Routers connect remote local area networks (LANs) and clients to Ethernet-based LANs, using standard V.34 modems, o
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL 2.2 Shared Router Features All Router models share the following features: • Included or optional internal 28.8K modems (V.34) • IP and IPX routing, separately or simultaneously • PPP, IPCP, IPXCP, PAP, and CHAP protocols • Remote client access (supports a maximum of 100 clients): - time filter - connect quota - idle timeout - security callback • Extensive IP and IPX packet filtering on all interfaces • Simple configuration for all support
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL 2.2.4 PREVENTS UNAUTHORIZED NETWORK ACCESS The Router offers comprehensive security mechanisms to prevent unauthorized network access. The Router security operates at several levels: • PPP link-level security (over the WAN link) • IP, IPX, and SPX packet filtering • passwords for ftp and telnet servers (IP) • console login and password • passwords for RouterVu logins (IPX) • security callback to remote users (clients) • client logins and p
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL • Any other IPX broadcasts. Also refer to Appendix B. 2.2.10 PASSWORDS FOR FTP AND TELNET SERVERS Passwords must be used to log in and transfer files to prevent unauthorized access. 2.2.11 CONSOLE LOGIN When a serial terminal (console) is in use, a login and password are required. 2.2.12 PASSWORDS FOR ROUTERVU LOGINS (IPX) Passwords must be used to log in to a Router with RouterVu. 2.2.13 SECURITY CALLBACK TO REMOTE USERS A security call
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL 2.3 Async Router AR-5 (LRA005A-R2) Features The Async Router AR-5 has five internal V.34 modems. It connects LANs and clients at up to 28.Kbps over normal telephone lines. 2.4 Sync Router (LRS002A-R2) Features The Sync Router works the same way as the Async Routers, except that it connects LANs over a variety of synchronous serial line types: • Leased digital data service at 56 Kbps (North America) or 64 Kbps (Europe), i.e., a fixed line
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL • Motorola/UDS SW56 II A CSU/DSU that can be used for DTR dialing on a Switched-56 network, or used for DDS. For ISDN service: • Black Box/EAZY part number IS280A. • Adtran ISU 128: An ISDN/BRT TA (terminal adapter) that can create one 112 Kbps channel out of the two B channels on an ISDN BRI line. • Motorola/UDS TA-220 and TA-220K: An ISDN/BRI TA that allows two different terminals to be active on different calls simultaneously. It also al
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL At a Sync Router site, you need: • a local Ethernet-based IP or IPX network • a leased line or switched digital line • a CSU/DSU with a V.35 interface • two power outlets (110 VAC to 250 VAC: one outlet for the Router and one for the CSU/DSU) At the opposite end of the synchronous line, you need either: • a second Router with synchronous interface, or • another router with synchronous PPP support. Most router vendors offer synchronous PPP op
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL 3. Connect Cables This chapter is the first of the installation chapters. It describes how to install Router cables. Cabling varies depending upon your Router model. For cabling instructions, refer to the appropriate section: • Async Router AR-P (LRA001A-R2): Section 3.2 • Async Router AR-5 (LRA005A-R2): Section 3.3 • Sync Router (LRS002A-R2): Section 3.4 After connecting cables, proceed to Chapter 4 to install a PC, workstation, or serial
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POWER SERIAL AUI I O CONSOLE 10 BaseT Modem 0 ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL 3.2 Async Router AR-P Connections Ethernet Hub 10BASE-T, AUI LINE 2 1 Async Router AR-P 3 Power Supply Power 10BASE-T 3 AUI 1 Telephone 2 Figure 3-1. Async Router AR-P Connections. 19
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ASYNC ROUTER AR-P, AR-5, AND SYNC ROUTER USER’S MANUAL Place the Router on a shelf or tabletop and follow these steps. The step numbers coincide with the cables in the illustration. 1. Using either a 10BASE-T or AUI cable, connect your Ethernet LAN to the appropriate connector. 2. Connect the LINE port (modem0) to the desired telephone line. This telephone line must be dedicated and cannot be used for any other purpose. 3. Connect the power supply with a power cord. Do not start the Router at th
