Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Part No.
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Contents Preface Conventions .....................................................................................................................viii Documentation ..........................................................................................................viii Text ............................................................................................................................. ix User Interface ......................................................................................
LAN Interface Connections .............................................................................................3-4 LAN Speed Selection ...............................................................................................3-4 Connector Pinouts ....................................................................................................3-4 Single V.35 WAN Interface (Optional) .............................................................................
Quick Start Configuration Prerequisites .........................................................................5-7 Required Environment .............................................................................................5-8 Prerequisites ............................................................................................................5-9 Post Configuration Testing .......................................................................................5-9 Configuration ...................
Preface This guide takes you through the necessary tasks to get your Nortel NetworksTM Contivity Extranet Switch 1500TM Series up and running. Topics include: • Introducing the Contivity Extranet Switch • Preparing Your Site • Assigning a System Identity • Managing the Switch • Installing the Extranet Access Client • Rack Mounting • Changing Hardware Configurations Complete details for configuring and monitoring the Switch are in Managing the Contivity Extranet Switch.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Conventions This guide refers to the Contivity Extranet Switch as the CES or the Switch. It assumes that you are familiar with Web browsers and their general operation. Documentation This document uses the following conventions to distinguish among notes of varying importance: Note: Take notice. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to materials contained in this document. TIP: Good idea.
Preface Text This guide uses the following text conventions: italic text Indicates new terms and book titles. screen text Indicates system output, for example, prompts and system messages. Example: Set Nortel Networks Trap Monitor Filters arrow ( → ) Shows menu paths. Example: Services → Available identifies the Switch services that are available. User Interface Help Button Click the Help button that is located in the upper right of displays to learn about fields on a given page.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Related Publications The following table lists the associated documentation that you will need to configure and manage your Switch and describes the document’s objectives. Related Publications x Document Objective Contivity Extranet Switch Release Notes Provides the latest information, including known problems, workarounds, and special considerations.
Preface Nortel Networks Technical Publications You can print Nortel Networks technical manuals and release notes free, directly from the Internet. Go to support.baynetworks.com/library/tpubs/. Find the Nortel Networks product for which you need documentation. Then locate the specific category and model or version for your hardware or software product. Using Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can open the manuals and release notes, search for the sections you need, and print them on most standard printers.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Nortel Networks Customer Service If you purchased a service contract for your Nortel Networks product from a distributor or authorized reseller, contact the technical support staff for that distributor or reseller for assistance.
Chapter 1 Introducing the Contivity Extranet Switch The Switch The Nortel Networks Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series provides scalable, secure, manageable extranet access for up to 100 simultaneous users across the Public Data Network (PDN). The Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series consists of the 1500, 1510, 1520, and 1530 models.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series LAN Cable or DSL E -M ail Server ISP PO P Contivity Extranet Switch NT Server Rem ote Em ployee Firewall ISP POP P artner ISP P OP 56K M odem ISP POP Router Authentication Server ISDN Reseller Internet Intranet Extranet Figure 1-1.
Introducing the Contivity Extranet Switch To restrict access, the Switch uses packet filtering based on Protocol ID, Direction, Source and Destination IP addresses, Source and Destination Ports, and TCP connection establishment. Additionally, Nortel Networks provides you with a set of predefined filters that you can use either directly or tailor to your network needs.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Components List The following table lists all of the components and accessories of the Switch. Examine the product packaging to be sure that you have all the necessary components. Note that the Extranet Switch 1500 Series has no user-serviceable components. Description Quantity Extranet Switch 1500 Series 1 Power Cord (ordered separately) 0 Molded Serial Cable DB9/DB25-to-DB9/DB25 1 WAN V.
Chapter 2 Preparing Your Site This chapter provides information that you should read before you begin cabling and configuring the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series. This information includes selecting an appropriate site, safety guidelines, information on the power cord, voltage settings, and external vent cooling and airflow recommendations. Selecting a Site This Switch is designed to operate reliably in a typical office environment.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Safety Guidelines Hazardous Conditions Inside the Switch Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside the Switch. Do not open the Switch; there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact Nortel Networks Customer Support for service. Switch Power ON/OFF The On/Off power button on the front panel of the Switch does not completely eliminate (turn off) the AC power from the Switch.
Preparing Your Site External Vent Cooling and Airflow The Switch has external vents for cooling and air flow on: • The chassis bezel • The back panel • On each of the side panels Keep the side vents clear of obstruction to ensure proper cooling of the Switch.
Chapter 3 Cabling the Switch This chapter provides information on the following: • Cabling • Local area network (LAN) connections • Wide area network (WAN) connections • Serial interface • LEDs For the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series: • The 1500 and 1510 support connections to LAN interfaces • The 1520 supports connections to Single V.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series 115/230V Selector Switch Power Connector LNK ACT 100TX DATA 10/100 BaseT LAN Card Connector Figure 3-1. Serial Connector Extranet Switch Back View Connecting the Cables You must connect your cables as follows: • Connect the power cord to the back of the Switch and to the electrical outlet. WARNING: Connect the LAN and serial port cables before you plug the Switch’s power cord into the outlet.
Cabling the Switch Power Cord Requirements WARNING: 1. Do not modify the AC power cord if it is not the exact type that is required for your power outlet. 2. Before you connect the power cord to the back panel of the Switch, ensure that the voltage selector switch is correctly set to the appropriate AC line source voltage. See page 2-2. Current Rating CAUTION: You should protect your Switch by plugging it into a surge suppressor.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series LAN Interface Connections The LAN interface is available for the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 and 1510. There is at least one LAN interface connection, which provides a connection to the Web for management. 100BASE-TX connections require Category 5, twisted-pair wire. The 100BASE-TX specification supports 100 Mb/s transmission over two pairs of Category 5 twisted-pair Ethernet wiring; one pair each for transmit and receive operations.
Cabling the Switch Single V.35 WAN Interface (Optional) The Single V.35 WAN connector is located on a PCI card that offers a separate DB26S connector that provides the signals needed to interface to V.35 equipment. Included in the accessory box is a cable that maps the DB26S signals to a standard V.35 connector. Table 3-1 shows the cable pinouts. Table 3-1. DB26S-to-V.35 Cable Pinouts DB26 Signal V.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series 26 M0<-SIGNAL GROUND B 27 M1<-SIGNAL GROUND B 28 M2 no conn The following notes apply to the Single V.35 WAN Interface: 3-6 • You will need a DSU/CSU (digital service unit/channel service unit) between the WAN connection and the Switch. • At each end, Cable shield and connector shell must connect respectively to pin A of 34-pin connector and pin 1 of the standard 28-pin connector.
Cabling the Switch T1 CSU/DSU WAN Interface (Optional) The T1 CSU/DSU WAN interface is available for the Contivity Extranet Switch 1530. The T1 CSU/DSU WAN crossover cable crosses the blue pair with the orange pair. This is different from the commonly available crossover cable, which crosses the green pair with the orange pair. No cables are supplied with the T1 CSU/DSU. Table 3-2 shows the cable pinouts. Table 3-2.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Serial Interface Cable (Optional) Nortel Networks recommends that you use the IP Address Configuration Utility diskette for easy initial IP address configuration (refer to page 4-3 for details). However, Nortel Networks ships a serial cable with the Switch. Optionally, you can use the Serial Interface to provide the Switch with a Management IP Address, subnet mask, and default gateway address (refer to page 4-2 for details).
Cabling the Switch Understanding the LEDs The Power LED is green when the power is on; if it is flashing, there is a hardware failure and you should contact Nortel Networks. The Hard Disk LED is green, and when it flashes the Switch is either reading or writing to the disk. The LAN Port LED is green, and when it flashes the Switch is either transmitting or receiving data.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Figure 3-4 shows the Single V.35 LEDs. Look at the condition of the LEDs, then examine the corresponding LED tables to better understand the indications. LE D 4, R ed LED 3, G reen 3-10 LED 2, Blue LED 1, Yellow Figure 3-4. Single V.35 LEDs Table 3-5. Single V.35 LED Indicators LED Description LED1 Power is on to the adapter and the onboard microcode is loaded. LED2 The signals CDC and DSR are on between the DSU and the adapter.
Cabling the Switch Figure 3-5 shows the T1 CSU/DSU LEDs. Look at the condition of the LEDs, then examine the corresponding LED tables to better understand the indications. LE D 4, R ed LED 3, G reen LED 2, Blue LED 1, Yellow Figure 3-5. T1 CSU/DSU LEDs Table 3-6. T1 CSU/DSU LED Indicator LED Description LED1, Yellow Yellow alarm LED is lit when the far-end equipment is in the red alarm condition.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Figure 3-6 shows the PCI card 10/100BASE-TX LAN LEDs for the Contivity Extranet Switch 1510. This does not apply to the 1520 or 1530. Look at the condition of the LEDs, then examine the corresponding LED table to better understand the indications. Link LED LNK ACT Activity LED 100 TX 100Mb/s LED DATA Figure 3-6. 10/100BASE-TX LAN LEDs Table 3-7.
Chapter 4 Assigning a System Identity This chapter describes how to assign a Management IP address, subnet mask, and optional default gateway address to your Switch. The Management IP address is used for all system services, such as HTTP, FTP, and SNMP. The Management IP address enables you to manage the Switch from a Web browser. Initial Configuration OptionsTable 4-1 describes the choices you have when first configuring the Switch’s required parameters.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Startup Configuration Requirements This section describes the fields that you must complete with either the IP Address Configuration Utility or the serial interface configuration menu procedure. Management IP Address Enter a Management IP address for the system. You need this address to manage all system services, such as HTTP, FTP, and SNMP. This address must be accessible from one of the Switch's private physical interfaces.
Assigning a System Identity IP Address Configuration Utility Use this utility for the initial configuration of a Switch. Requirements To assign the Switch a Management IP address, you need: • A PC running Windows 95® or Windows NT® with a functioning TCP/ IP stack • The PC running on the same subnet as the Switch you are configuring • The PC connected to an operational network connection If your environment does not match these requirements, then you must use the serial interface configuration.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series The following display appears while the program searches for an unconfigured Switch. Figure 4-1. Serial Number Search Display The program automatically enters the Serial Number for the first available Switch into the table of Contivity Switches. Figure 4-2.
Assigning a System Identity 2. Assign a Management IP Address and Subnet Mask to the Switch; the Default Gateway address is optional and you can add it later (see Startup Configuration Requirements on page 4-2 for descriptions of the required fields). If you have more than one Switch, click Search to automatically add the additional Switch serial numbers. To verify the switches that have been discovered, you can refer to the serial number on the bar code on the bottom of the Switch.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Serial Interface Configuration Use the IP Address Configuration Utility (see to page 4-3) to configure the Switch with its initial IP address configuration. Alternatively, you can use the serial interface configuration menu to access the Switch from the serial interface of your PC. Typically the serial interface configuration procedure is only necessary in a system recovery situation.
Assigning a System Identity Procedure 1. Connect the serial cable from the Switch’s serial cable port to a terminal or a PC communications port. It can take the system approximately 3 minutes to start up. 2. Using a terminal emulation program, such as Hyper Terminal, press Enter and supply a user name and password when prompted. The factory default user name and password are: User name: admin Password: setup A menu appears that allows you to enter the following: 3.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Welcome to the Nortel Networks Extranet Switch Copyright 1998 and 1999, Nortel Networks Date: 1/29/99 Unit Serial Number: 01001 Please enter the administrator's username: admin Please enter the administrator's password: setup 1) Management IP Address* 2) IP Subnet Mask 3) Gateway IP Address* 4) Allow HTTP Management 5) Interface IP Address* C) Controlled Crash R) Reset to Factory Defaults E) Exit *0.0.0.
Chapter 5 Managing the Switch This chapter describes the recommended Web browsers, the default login, and passwords that you need to access the Nortel Networks Extranet Switch, and the Quick Start Configuration. Recommended Web Browsers Nortel Networks Extranet Manager uses Java, JavaScript, and HTML features. For the management interface to function properly, verify that your Web browser meets the following minimum requirements.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Preparing for Configuration To properly prepare for Installation and Configuration of the Contivity Extranet Switch, you should have the following: 5-2 • A Management IP Address for the system. You need this address to manage all system services, such as HTTP, FTP, and SNMP. • An IP Address for the LAN port that is available on the system board.
Managing the Switch Extranet Switch Welcome Display The Welcome screen allows you to enter any of the configuration areas for the Extranet Switch, including: • Quick Start Configuration • Guided Configuration • Manage Extranet Switch • Registration • Notebook Before entering the configuration options, you should first register to activate licenses, warranties, and services. The alternatives you have when first configuring your Switch are shown in Table 5-1.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Figure 5-1.
Managing the Switch Quick Start Click to begin the Quick Start Configuration. This option allows you to configure interfaces, set up PPTP tunnels for up to three users, and establish a connection to the Switch. Provided you have the information required to set up the Switch, the Quick Start can take as little as 15 minutes to complete. Guided Configuration Click to begin the Guided Configuration. This option allows access to all Configuration Management facilities.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Logging in and Supplying a Password Start up a Web browser and enter your Switch's Management IP Address. Select an option in the navigational menu and submenu.
Managing the Switch Quick Start Configuration Prerequisites This screen acts as a checklist for you to prepare for the Quick Start configuration. Assembling the information beforehand, and verifying that you can establish a PPTP Client session, makes Quick Start easy. Figure 5-2.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Required Environment This section describes the environment that you need for the Quick Start Configuration. If this does not describe your environment, use the Guided Configuration. Point-to-Point Tunnel Protocol (PPTP) tunnel access method PPTP is a tunneling protocol supported by Nortel Networks, Microsoft, and other vendors. The PPTP client is available for Windows 95 on the Nortel Networks CD and comes with Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.
Managing the Switch Prerequisites You must meet the following prerequisites: • • IP configuration information (refer to Startup Configuration Requirements on page 5-7 for additional information): - Management IP Address for the Switch - Subnet Mask for the local subnet User IDs and Passwords: - PPTP Users (up to three) - Administrator Post Configuration Testing To test your configuration, verify that a PPTP remote user can dial in from an external system.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Configuration This screen allows you to add a LAN port IP Address and Subnet Mask, establish the tunnel as Private (your private LAN) or Public (public data networks), and configure up to three PPTP Users and an Administrator with User IDs and Passwords. You can also set the system's date and time. The following figure show partial displays of the Quick Start Configuration screen. Figure 5-3.
Managing the Switch LAN/WAN Interfaces Interfaces Lists the Management IP Address, LAN/WAN port, and LAN card. IP Address Enter an IP address for each interface on the Switch, including the LAN port. The Switch uses these IP addresses for tunnel creation. The IP Address consists of 32 bits, which are written as four octets in dotted-decimal format as follows: 192.168.34.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Public Indicates that this interface is attached to a Public data network like the Internet. On a Public interface, the Switch rejects non-tunneled protocols and accepts only tunneled protocols, such as IPsec, PPTP, L2TP, L2F and the diagnostic protocol PING. A host can send only enough packets to a Public interface to establish a tunnel connection.
Managing the Switch Confirm Password Reenter the assigned password to verify that you have typed the intended password correctly. Remote User Static IP Address Enter an IP Address to be assigned to this user when establishing a PPTP tunnel session. This IP Address is unnecessary if you assign user IP addresses from either a DHCP server or an internal address pool. Administrator The Administrator Settings allow you to change the Primary Administrator User ID (UID) and Password.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Date and Time Date Enter the current month, day, and year (mm/dd/yyyy). Time Enter the current hour, minute, and seconds (hh:mm:ss) as displayed by a 24-hour clock (00:00:00 to 23:59:59). Automatic Backup The Automatic Backup screen under the Manage configuration option allows you to configure regular intervals when your system files are saved to designated host backup file servers.
Chapter 6 Extranet Access Client Installation Windows 95 To install the Nortel Networks Extranet Access Client onto a Windows 95 PC, you must copy and load the four files that are on the Nortel Networks Extranet CD in the Client folder onto your hard drive. International software users must go to the Microsoft Web site (http://support.microsoft.com/support) to get the MSDUN13 patch. 1. First, install Msdun12.exe (Microsoft Dial-up Networking update) by double-clicking on the file name.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series 6-2 a. Under the box titled “The following network components are installed,” verify that the Client for Microsoft Networks is listed. If it is not, click on the ADD button, then select CLIENT, then click the ADD button again. Select Microsoft followed by Client for Microsoft Networks and finally the OK button. You will need your Windows 95 CD if it is not already copied onto your system. b.
Extranet Access Client Installation Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 To install the Nortel Networks Extranet Access Client onto a Windows 98 PC or Windows NT 4.0 workstation, you must copy the Extranet Access Client (Eac_20d.exe) that is on the Contivity Extranet Switch CD in the Client folder onto your hard drive. 1. Install Eac_20d.exe by double-clicking on the program name. The installation is self-explanatory. When prompted at the end of the installation, reboot your system. 2.
Appendix A Specifications and Compliance Physical Depth: 13 in. (33.02 cm) Width: 9.5 in. (24.13 cm) Height: 3.5 in. (8.89 cm) Weight: 10.0 lbs (4.539 kg) Electrical: 110-127V, 2.0A; 200-240V, 1.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Safety Compliance USA: UL 1950, 3rd Edition Canada: UL certified to CSA C22.2 No.
Appendix B Special Notices This appendix provides information on statements of conditions, the Nortel Networks Software License Agreement, and RADIUS attribution. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, Nortel Networks, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. Nortel Networks, Inc.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
Special Notices Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus, the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series, does not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series 2. Restrictions on use; reservation of rights. The Software and user manuals are protected under copyright laws. Nortel Networks and/or its licensors retain all title and ownership in both the Software and user manuals, including any revisions made by Nortel Networks or its licensors. The copyright notice must be reproduced and included with any copy of any portion of the Software or user manuals.
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Index Numerics DB9 or DB25 connectors 3-8 10/100BASE-TX LAN LEDs 3-12 default gateway 4-2, 5-11 100BASE-TX interface 3-4 10BASE-T interface 3-4 A administrator 5-9 administrator settings 5-13 DHCP 5-8 diskette IP Address Configuration Utility 4-3 documentation map x DSU/CSU required 3-6 E electrical A-1 air flow 2-3 automatic backup 5-14 G C gateway IP address serial interface 4-7 Category 3, 4 wiring requirements 3-4 Guided Configuration 5-3, 5-5 Category 5 wiring requirements 3-4 H caution
login default 5-6 registration 5-5 speed selection 3-4 M subnet mask 5-9 Manage Extranet Switch 5-3, 5-5 support, Nortel Networks xii Microsoft Internet Explorer 5-1 system board LAN 5-11 P system identity assigning a 4-1 password default 5-6 system IP address serial interface 4-7 power button 2-2 system IP subnet mask serial interface 4-7 power cords connecting 3-2 T power outlet 2-1 PPTP 5-8 product support xii technical publications xi technical support xii public 5-12 technical tips r
Web browsers 4-5 recommended 5-1 weight A-1 Welcome display 5-3 width A-1 Index-3
