Marathon MAGNUM ROUTER - Manual (Page 18)

Chapter 3: Pre-Installation
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Chapter 3: Pre-Installation
Planning and Preparation
Installing and configuring a Magnum Router module / Marathon system takes some up-front
planning. It is advisable to consider a number of configurations before deciding on the one that
is best for the specific application. Before actually connecting equipment to the Frame Relay or
dedicated digital network, it is suggested that the planning and preparation guidelines outlined
below be followed.
Planning the Magnum Router / Marathon Installation
It’s a good idea to create a drawing, mapping out the physical layout of the network. Include all
Magnum Router / Marathon units and all related CSU/DSU’s. Make sure to indicate the
following on the drawing:
• Magnum Router WAN port orientation.
Such as DTE (connected to CSU/DSU or other DCE device) or DCE (directly
connected to additional FRAD’s or routers, bridges or other DTE devices).
• The speed of each connection.
• The path of each PVC, using dotted lines.
• The DLCI numbers to be used for each end of each PVC, if your network is
public Frame Relay.
• Available bandwidth for each PVC (CIR).
After successful installation of the Magnum Router / Marathon, retain this drawing for future
reference to aid in troubleshooting.
Planning the Configuration
The Magnum Router module is shipped with a default configuration. However, in most
instances, the default configuration will have to be changed to suit the installation’s specific
requirements.
The default configuration provides one DCE port (set for 128K, internal clocking, Frame Relay
lmi type: Annex D) on port M1 for connection to your new or existing Marathon base units A1
port via the appropriate M1-A1 external cable and one WAN DTE port (set for Frame Relay lmi
type Annex D) on port WAN1.
By default, ports WAN2 and WAN3 are disabled, and need to be enabled through the Magnum
Router Manager software.
The default IP address of the 10/100 Base-T E1 port is 10.1.100.250 with a subnet mask of
255.255.255.0 and the WAN IP address is 192.168.100.250 with a subnet of 255.255.255.0
The Magnum Router module also comes with a DB25 (RS-232) console port for connection to a
local PC communications port or dial modem for use with the Magnum Router GUI Manager
software (included). The console port default settings are 9600bps, no parity, 8 bits, 1 stop bit.