Compatible Systems INTRAPORT 2+ User Manual

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Chapter 1 - Introduction

In short, the installation steps are:

1.

Install the IntraPort 2 or IntraPort 2+ hardware on your Ethernet
LAN and connect one or both of the 10/100 twisted-pair Ethernet
interfaces to a Fast Ethernet or Ethernet hub.

2.

Select the management tool you wish to use with the server. If you
want to use the CompatiView management software, you must
install the software on a Windows PC computer which is connected
to your network.

3.

Configure the IntraPort 2/2+ LAN and tunnel parameters using the
management tool you have chosen.

4.

Install and Configure the VPN Client software for remote users.

The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you
with all the information you will need to use the IntraPort 2/2+ on
your network.

Getting Started

This part of the manual describes the contents of the IntraPort 2/2+
package and outlines the preparation and equipment you will need to
install the device.

Network Installation

This part of the manual includes step-by-step instructions on how to
physically install the server and connect it to your local Ethernet.
Instructions are included for twisted-pair Ethernet environments.

CompatiView Software Installation

This part of the manual describes how to install CompatiView,
Compatible Systems’ GUI (Graphical User Interface) management
software which is included with your server.

Command Line Preparation

This part of the manual provides basic instructions for using command
line management and text-based configuration.

Basic Configuration Guide

This part of the manual contains a minimal list of parameters that must
be entered into a server for proper operation using CompatiView,
Compatible Systems’ management software, and text-based configura-
tion.

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