Multi-Tech Systems MTASR1-100 - Manual (Page 8)

MTASR1-100 Owner’s Manual
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1.1 Introduction
Welcome to Multi-Tech's new RouteFinder 100 ™, model number MTASR1-100, an IP/IPX router for
interconnecting LANs using switched or dedicated wide area telecommunicaitons links. The MTASR1-100
provides IP and IPX routing and Media Access Control (MAC) layer bridging for all other protocols over its
WAN ports. It features a 10Base-T or AUI port for local LAN connection, Command Port for configuration, and
an RS232/V.35 port for asynchronous or synchronous remote WAN connection using standard point-to-point
protocol (PPP). The configurable WAN port operates with a compatible communication device operating up to
115K bps for async and T1 for sync speeds. These devices include asynchronous and synchronous modems,
ISDN terminal adapters and DDS, Switched 56, Fractional T1 and T1 DSUs. System management is provided
through the command port using bundled Windows® software which provides easy-to-use configuration
menus.
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WAN LINK
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Figure 1-1. RouteFinder 100
1.2 About This Manual
This manual describes the RouteFinder 100 and tells you how to install and configure the unit. The information
contained in each chapter is as follows:
Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description
Chapter 1 describes the RouteFinder 100 . A network overview describes the network architecture, what is in a
packet, and network addressing. Two typical applications of a RouteFinder 100 are provided. A list of relevant
specifications is provided at the end of the chapter.
Chapter 2 - Front and Back Panel Descriptions
Chapter 2 describes the front panel indicators and back panel connectors. The front panel contains three
groups of indicators that provide status of the LAN connection, link activity, and general status of the
RouteFinder
100 . The back panel provides the cable connections to the EtherNet LAN, to a PC for
configuration, and to an external WAN device.
Chapter 3 - Installation
This chapter provides information on unpacking and cabling your RouteFinder 100 . The installation procedure
describes each cable connection starting with connecting the power cord, command port, LAN and finally the
WAN. Finally, a procedure for changing the link interface from RS232 to V.35.
Chapter 4 - Software Loading and Configuration
Chapter 4 details the software loading and configuration of the RouteFinder 100 for IP, IPX, or Spanning Tree
Protocol with Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for network management. The physical WAN
port is configured for synchronous or asynchronous communication. Virtual WAN ports may be configured in
frame relay for the WAN communications. The RouteFinder
100 software diskettes are Windows® based. Each
field within a dialog box that is alterable is described. Two worksheets are provided for you to fill in your
network numbers for future reference.