Eicon Networks DIVA LAN ISDN - Manual (Page 146)

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Command line interface (CLI)
The command line interface provides you with access to all DIVA LAN ISDN Modem parameters. Some
advanced parameters are only accessible via this interface.
Prerequisites
• Requires Telnet software for an IP connection.
• Requires terminal emulation software for a direct serial connection.
• Requires special serial cable (included) for a direct serial connection.
Local access
Telnet
• IP connection via an Ethernet port.
• User must supply system password to log on (page 76).
Direct serial
• Direct connection between PC’s serial port and serial port on the DIVA LAN ISDN Modem using the
included beige serial cable.
• User must supply system password to log on (page 76).
Remote access
• IP connection via ISDN.
• Remote management must be enabled (page 81).
• Support for incoming data calls must be enabled (page 83).
• User must supply system password to log on (page 76).
Establishing a Telnet connection via IP
To establish a Telnet connection you require the following:
• an Ethernet card installed in your computer
• TCP/IP installed and configured on your computer
• Telnet software (provided with Windows 95/98/NT)
To establish a Telnet connection
1. Start your Telnet software. If you are running Window 95/98/NT, select the Run command on the Start
menu, type TELNET, and press enter.
2. Connect to the address 192.168.1.1. This is the default address assigned to the DIVA LAN ISDN Modem.
If it has been changed, use the new address. If you are connecting remotely, via ISDN, use the "external"
IP address assigned to the DIVA LAN ISDN Modem.
3. A welcome message appears on your screen. It will include a request to enter a password.
4. Type the appropriate password and press enter. The DIVA LAN ISDN Modem displays the command line
prompt ‘>’. See “Using the command line interface” on page 147 for more information.
Establishing a serial connection
To establish a serial connection you require the following:
• a free serial port on your computer
• Asynchronous communications software (use HyperTerminal provided with Windows 95/98/NT)
• your computer must be connected to the DIVA LAN ISDN Modem via the supplied serial cable (beige).