IMC Networks AccessEtherLinx/4 - Manual (Page 8)

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SNMP Management
SNMP management and iConfig are available through the AccessEtherLinX/4 Uplink
port. This provides a higher level of security so end-users cannot access
management, alter settings, etc.
In order for the AccessEtherLinX/4 to allow for SNMP-management, the unit must be
assigned IP configuration information (e.g., IP address, subnet mask, etc.) There are
four ways to do so:
• Using iConfig
• Using the last Downlink port (port 4, depending on the model)
• Using DHCP (Dynamic Host control Protocol); DHCP must be enabled
through the serial configuration or Telnet, via iConfig
• Telnet (Default IP=10.10.10.10; subnet mask=255.0.0.0.
Configuring
In order for the AccessEtherLinX/4 to allow for SNMP-management, the unit must be
assigned IP configuration information (e.g., IP address, subnet mask, etc.) using
iConfig via iView²; the unit’s serial port or DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol),
and Telnet. In addition to assigning an IP address and subnet mask, the former two
methods will also allow users to create community strings, assign access rights,
configure traps and more. However, iConfig offers more options than serial port
configuration.
After assigning an IP address, use iView² or another SNMP-compatible Network
Management System (NMS) to remotely configure, monitor and manage the
AccessEtherLinX/4.
About Serial Port Configuration
Use a DB-9 to RJ-45 cable to allow for serial port configuration on the Downlink Port
4 of the AccessEtherLinX/4. (See Appendix)
To connect the AccessEtherLinX to a terminal/computer, use a straight-through (pin-
to-pin) cable. (If the computer/terminal has a COM port using a connection not
compatible with a DB-9 connector, use the pin connection chart for reference in
making a cable.) Make sure the cable length is less than 50 feet (15.24m). Plug one
end of the cable into the DB-9 connector and the other into the appropriate
computer/terminal port. Set the computer/terminal for VT-100 emulation, with:
38.4K baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity and no flow control.