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IntraPort Enterprise-8
VPN Access Server
Installation Guide
Compatible Systems Corporation
4730 Walnut Street
Suite 102
Boulder, Colorado 80301
303-444-9532
800-356-0283
http://www.compatible.com
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IntraPort Enterprise-8 VPN Access Server Installation Guide, Version 1 Copyright © 1999, Compatible Systems Corporation All rights reserved. IntraPort Enterprise, RISC Router, MicroRouter and CompatiView are trademarks of Compatible Systems Corporation. Other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Part number: A00-1869 FCC Notice: This product has been certified to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules. It
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Table of Contents Introduction to the IntraPort Enterprise-8 1 A NOTE ABOUT REMOTE CLIENT CONNECTIONS 1 INTRAPORT ENTERPRISE-8 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW 1 INTRAPORT ENTERPRISE-8 MANUAL OVERVIEW 2 Chapter 1 - Getting Started 3 A FEW NOTES 3 Please Read the Manuals 3 Warranty and Service 3 Getting Help with the IntraPort Enterprise-8 3 WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO GET STARTED 4 Supplied with the IntraPort Enterprise-8 4 Additional Items Needed for Installation 4 Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 5 PLACEMENT
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Table of Contents Chapter 6 - Basic Configuration Guide 22 ETHERNET INTERFACE CONFIGURATION 22 IP Protocol 22 IP Settings for Setups in Parallel with a Firewall 22 IP Settings for Setups Behind a Firewall 23 IPX Protocol 24 Required for IPX 24 Suggested for IPX 24 AppleTalk Protocol 24 Required for AppleTalk 24 Suggested for AppleTalk 24 Configuring the Server for LAN-to-LAN Tunnels 24 Required for LAN-to-LAN Tunnel Configurations 24 Suggested for LAN-to-LAN Tunnel Configurations 24 Configuring
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Table of Contents Appendix B - Downloading Software From Compatible Systems 33 Appendix C - Security Dynamics ACE/Server Information 34 Appendix D - Adding or Replacing RIOP Cards 35 Appendix E - When the “Over Temp” Light Comes On 36 REPLACING OR CLEANING THE INTRAPORT ENTERPRISE-8 AIR FILTER 36 Appendix F - Terms and Conditions 37 iii
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Table of Contents Figure 1. Location of Voltage Switch on the Power Supply 6 Figure 2. Installing Mounting Ears and Handles for a Standard Equipment Rack 7 Figure 2.1. Installing Mounting Ears for a Telco Rack 7 Figure 3. Rack-Mount Brackets 8 Figure 4. Fastening the Right Bracket to the Rack 9 Figure 5. Fastening the Left Bracket to the Rack 10 Figure 6. Lowering the Shelf 11 Figure 6.1. Securing the Shelf 11 Figure 7. Moving the Unit into a Standard Equipment Rack 12 Figure 7.1. Moving the Uni
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Introduction to the IntraPort Enterprise-8 1 Introduction to the IntraPort Enterprise-8 Congratulations on your purchase of the IntraPort Enterprise-8 VPN Access Server. The IntraPort Enterprise-8 supports up to 512 LAN-to-LAN tunnels and up to 40,000 simultaneous remote client connections. In addition, it offers DES and 3DES encryption using built-in hardware coprocessors. A Note About Remote Client Connections In order to create a tunnel to a network over the Internet, remote users must ru
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Introduction to the IntraPort Enterprise-8 2 IntraPort Enterprise-8 Manual Overview The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you with the basic information you will need to use the IntraPort Enterprise-8 on your network. For the latest documentation on Compatible Systems products, including the most current version of this manual, visit the Technical Support section of our Web site. Chapter 1 - Getting Started This part of the manual describes the contents of the IntraP
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Chapter 1 - Getting Started 3 Chapter 1 - Getting Started A Few Notes Please Read the Manuals The manuals included with your IntraPort Enterprise-8 VPN Access Server contain very important information about installing and operating the IntraPort Enterprise-8. Please read this manual, and refer to the management reference guides as required. It’s worth the few minutes it will take. Also, please fill out the warranty registration card and return it to us today. This will help us keep you infor
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Chapter 1 - Getting Started 4 What You Will Need to Get Started Before connecting the IntraPort Enterprise-8 VPN Access Server, please check the list below to make sure that you have received all of the items that are supplied with the shipping package(s). You should also make sure you have any additional items that are necessary to connect the server to your network. Supplied with the IntraPort Enterprise-8 Please check your shipping package(s) for the following items: IntraPort Enterpris
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 5 Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions The IntraPort Enterprise-8 VPN Access Server is designed to be mounted in a 19-inch equip- ment rack or in a Telco rack. Compatible Systems provides all the parts necessary for securing the supplied mounting brackets and ears to the device; however, due to the variety of equip- ment racks and mounting techniques, you will need to provide your own screws or clips to secure the mounting brackets and ears to the equipment rack.
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 6 Parts and Tools The following items are needed to install the mounting ears and handles on the IntraPort Enter- prise-8 VPN Access Server. IntraPort Enterprise-8 unit Two mounting ears Two handles Two handle spacers 14 mounting screws (10-32 undercut flat head) Phillip’s head screwdriver In addition to the above items, the following items are needed to install the IntraPort Enter- prise-8 VPN Access Server in an equipment rack. One left rack-mo
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 7 Installing Mounting Ears and Handles Figure 2. Installing Mounting Ears and Handles for a Standard Equipment Rack Figure 2.1. Installing Mounting Ears for a Telco Rack The mounting ears should be installed on the IntraPort Enterprise-8 VPN Access Server whether you are planning to rack-mount it or not. The handles need not be installed for Telco rack mounts because there is not enough finger room to use them, but the handles are recom- mended for all other i
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 8 Rack-Mount Brackets Figure 3. Rack-Mount Brackets Brackets (shown in Figure 3) are provided for mounting the IntraPort Enterprise-8 in a stan- dard 19-inch equipment rack or a Telco rack. Note that the left bracket features a fold-down shelf which maintains the proper alignment of the brackets in the rack, but does not bear the weight of the unit. The ledges at the bottom of the brackets bear the weight of the unit until it is securely attached to the equip
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 9 Right Bracket Installation Figure 4. Fastening the Right Bracket to the Rack 1. It is recommended that you mark on the equipment rack exactly where you want the top of the two mounting brackets to go on the device in order to make sure that they are level with each other (using a level if necessary). Once you have determined the desired location, fasten the right bracket to the rack using your own screws or clips, as shown in Figure 4. At least 2 screw
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 10 Left Bracket Installation Figure 5. Fastening the Left Bracket to the Rack 1. It is recommended that you mark on the equipment rack exactly where you want the top of the two mounting brackets to go on the device in order to make sure that they are level with each other. Once you have determined the desired location, fasten the left bracket to the rack using your own screws or clips, as shown in Figure 5. 2 screws must be used to fasten the top of the
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 11 Securing the Shelf Figure 6. Lowering the Shelf 1. Lower the shelf onto the tabs protruding from the right bracket as shown in Figure 6 and use the thumb screws to fasten the shelf to the bracket. The brackets and shelf should look like Figure 6.1 when fully installed. Figure 6.1. Securing the Shelf
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 12 Moving the Unit into the Rack Never attempt to move the server using the RIOP card handles or the filter cover opening. They will not support the weight of the device. Use the built-in side handles and either the large mounting handles, if you have installed them, or the very bottom of the chassis to move it. Figure 7. Moving the Unit into a Standard Equipment Rack 1. Two people are needed to move the unit into the rack. Do not attempt to move the unit
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 13 Placing the Unit in an Equipment Rack Figure 8. Placing the Unit in a Standard Equipment Rack Figure 8.1. Placing the Unit in a Telco Rack 1. Slide the unit back into the rack until the mounting ears are flush with the sides of the rack. Proper placement in a standard equipment rack should look like Figure 8. Proper placement in a Telco rack should look like Figure 8.1.
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Chapter 2 - Mounting Instructions 14 Securing the Unit to the Rack Figure 9. Securing the Unit to the Rack 1. Using your own screws or clips, secure the mounting ears to the rack as shown in Figure 9, using two screws at the top of each mounting ear and two screws at the bottom of each mounting ear.
