Verilink PRISM 3030 (34-00208.L) Product Manual - Manual (Page 11)

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Introduction The Verilink PRISM 3030 supports all data networking needs, from connection of
a single front end processor to shared access for video, frame relay, and voice.
This approach gives the speed and flexibility of T1 transport through a single point
of control. It may be configured for any combination of up to 10 high- or
low-speed data ports, up to four 6-channel voice application modules, and a DSX1
drop / insert port for voice/data.
Operating the PRISM 3030 is easy, with a choice of five menu driven interfaces.
The front panel LCD display is described in the Operations chapter of this manual.
The RS-232 connection to a local or remote terminal is explained in the Terminal
Operation chapter. The 8100A Site Controller may be used for large network
control or Telnet via LAN connection (refer to the 8100A reference manual).
The unit provides the T1 network connection through an advanced integral ESF
CSU. Full performance T1 span monitoring enables early detection and correction
of problems before they affect critical applications. The unit provides a wide range
of test functions to aid in rapid fault isolation and repair. All the standard loopback
functions may be implemented. The unit also responds to in-band fractional loop
codes to accommodate fractional T1 service testing by the carrier. The internal
BERT allows testing both the network and equipment connections.
The unit is compatible with industry standards to ensure access to any T1-provided
service and to permit connection of all equipment quickly and correctly. Innovative
design eliminates clocking problems on the high-speed data ports. The unit utilizes
flash memory to allow firmware upgrades in the field. This eliminates taking units
out of service for an extended time or returning units to the factory for updates.
The unit allows complete control of the DS1 bandwidth with flexible assignment
of DS0 channels, allowing the user to program bandwidth as needed for each
application.
The integral Ethernet or Token Ring management option provides for wide area
LAN connectivity. When connecting local area bridging or routing devices to a T1
network, other CSU / DSUs are out of the LAN management loop. With the PRISM
3030, the critical T1 connection point is under control of the existing SNMP
management system, providing seamless integration of LAN and WAN, and
eliminating the need for a separate CSU /DSU management system.
ALARM TEST POWER ALARM TEST POWER
EXIT EXIT SELECT SELECT
CLR CLR
Figure 1-1 Verilink PRISM 3030