Additional setup using the nms – GE HC HP User Manual

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GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP Installation Guide 2-5

Additional Setup Using the NMS

Some of the initial setup procedures require the use of The NMS.

Once initial setup is complete, use The NMS to run the system on a daily basis.

Connecting to the Ethernet Port

1. Connect

a

crossed Ethernet cable from your PC to the Ethernet Port. If the connection is to a LAN (wall

connection) use the standard Ethernet cable.

2.

Make sure the IP address on your PC is on the same sub-net as you defined in the MDS Intrepid-HC HP indoor
unit (in most cases, the first three numbers of the IP address must be identical, depending on the sub-net mask).

NMS PC Requirements

Before you install the NMS software, verify that your PC has the following minimum requirements:

For Windows

Processor:

Pentium 4, 2.8 GHz (minimum)

Memory (RAM):

256 MB minimum

Operating System:

Windows 2000 or above

Serial Port:

RS-232 (Hyper-Terminal)

For UNIX

Processor: Blade

100

Ultra

5

(minimum)

Memory (RAM):

256 MB minimum

Operating System:

Solaris 8 or 10

Installing the Network Management Software (NMS)

Note: More detailed information about the NMS installation is provided in Chapter 5 - Operation.

1.

Insert the NMS CD in the CD drive.

2.

In Windows Explorer, double-click the setup.exe file.

The installation program begins.

3.

Follow the instructions displayed.

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