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Introduction 10Indicator Lights• Power status• VHSI port status• Ethernet port status (four) and collision detection• ISDN B-channel status (B1 and B2

Web Interface Settings Glossary 100VHSI Port MenuLine InterfaceDefines the type of line connected to the VHSI port. Choices: • Leased: The port is con

Web Interface Settings Glossary 101Data EncodingDefines the type of data encoding used on the VHSI port. This setting must match that of the remote sy

Web Interface Settings Glossary 102VHSI Port Menu > Delays GroupDCD (off) -> RTS (on) DelayDefines the DCD(off) -> RTS(on) delay. This is the

Web Interface Settings Glossary 103Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) (X.25)These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to X.25.Node TypeDefin

Web Interface Settings Glossary 104Default Packet SizeDefines the default X.25 packet size. Range: 64-1024 bytes. Default: 128 bytes.Maximum Packet Si

Web Interface Settings Glossary 105Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) > Virtual Circuits Group (X.25)These parameters are only available when the protocol i

Web Interface Settings Glossary 106Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) > Timers Group (X.25)These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to X

Web Interface Settings Glossary 107HDLC Menu (VHSI Tree) (X.25)Note: The HDLC menu is only accessible through the Protocol page, when the protocol is

Web Interface Settings Glossary 108Maximum Window Size KDefines the Maximum Window Size, which is the number of frames that are to be sent before the

Web Interface Settings Glossary 109HDLC Menu (VHSI Tree) > X.32 Services Group (X.25)Note: The HDLC menu is only accessible through the Protocol p

Introduction 11Warranty• Five yearsManagement Utilities• Web-based configuration interface• Command line interfacePackaging Contents• Eicon 1550/1551

Web Interface Settings Glossary 110HDLC Menu (VHSI Tree) > Timers Group (X.25)The HDLC menu is only accessible through the Protocol page, when the

Web Interface Settings Glossary 111Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) (Frame Relay) These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to Frame Relay

Web Interface Settings Glossary 112Full status polling cycle (N1)Defines the number of polling cycles before a Full Status Report is requested. A poll

Web Interface Settings Glossary 113Protocol Menu (VHSI Tree) > Dynamic DLCI Group (Frame Relay)These parameters are only available when the protoco

Web Interface Settings Glossary 114Static DLCI Menu (VHSI Tree) (Frame Relay)These parameters are only available when the protocol is set to Frame Rel

Web Interface Settings Glossary 115Dialer Menu (VHSI Tree) > Direct DialerDialerThis allows you to change the direct dialer.Options: Direct, Hayes

Web Interface Settings Glossary 116Dialer Menu (VHSI Tree) > Hayes AT DialerNote: These options appear when the dialer option is set to Hayes AT.E

Web Interface Settings Glossary 117Bits/CharDefines the number of bits used to represent a character. Set this parameter to the same value as on the m

Web Interface Settings Glossary 118Hangup delayDefines the amount of time after the line is disconnected before a new command can be issued. This is u

Web Interface Settings Glossary 119Dialer Menu (VHSI Tree) V.25bisNote: These options appear when the dialer option is set to V.25bis.Enable answerin

12SetupSystem Requirements... 13Step 1: Connect the Cables...

Web Interface Settings Glossary 120Primary numberDefines the primary phone number to dial. If the primary number is busy or otherwise non-responsive,

Web Interface Settings Glossary 121DSR loss delayDefines how long Data Set Ready (DSR) must be lost to determine that there has been a valid loss of c

Web Interface Settings Glossary 122ISDN Port Menu (Eicon 1551 only)Note: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon

Web Interface Settings Glossary 123Initial billing intervalSets the minimum amount of time that an ISDN channel will be enabled. Range: 0-1800 seconds

Web Interface Settings Glossary 124ISDN Menu > ProtocolsNote: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1551 WAN

Web Interface Settings Glossary 125Important ISDN ConceptsThis section describes important ISDN concepts. Understanding these concepts will help you d

Web Interface Settings Glossary 126ISDN Menu > Call Thresholds Note: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 1

Web Interface Settings Glossary 127ISDN Menu > Incoming CallsNote: The following pages refer to the ISDN feature available only with the Eicon 155

Web Interface Settings Glossary 128ISDN Menu > ISDN Access ParametersNote: The following page refers to the ISDN feature available only with the E

129Selecting an Interface CableThe interface cable for the VHSI port is not included with your package. Cables can be ordered separately from Eicon Ne

Setup 13System RequirementsThis chapter describes how to connect a single computer to the Eicon 1550/1551.Before you begin, review the system requirem

Selecting an Interface Cable 130Interface Cables available from Eicon Networks CorporationThe Eicon 1550/1551 can connect to Customer Service Units (C

Selecting an Interface Cable 131Interface Cable SpecificationsThis section describes the specifications for each interface supported on the Eicon 1550

Selecting an Interface Cable 132Wire Gauge, Grounding, and Pairing• Use 28 AWG 7-strand wire with 0.020-0.028 insulation.• The chassis must be grounde

Selecting an Interface Cable 133The V.24 InterfaceThe V.24 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below.Pin # Signal Nam

Selecting an Interface Cable 134The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-V.24 cable.

Selecting an Interface Cable 135The V.35 InterfaceThe V.35 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below.Pin # Signal Nam

Selecting an Interface Cable 136The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-V.35 cable.

Selecting an Interface Cable 137The EIA-530 InterfaceThe EIA-530 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below.Pin # Sign

Selecting an Interface Cable 138The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-EIA-530 cable.VHSIEIA-530DRAIN WIRE4225236

Selecting an Interface Cable 139The V.36/RS-449 InterfaceThe V.36/RS-449 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below.Pi

Setup 14Step 1: Connect the CablesThis procedure will describe how to connect one computer to the Eicon 1550/1551, once the set-up is running correctl

Selecting an Interface Cable 140The wiring diagram below shows the connections required to construct a VHSI-V.36 cable.VHSIV.36 / RS-449DRAIN WIRE4225

Selecting an Interface Cable 141The X.21 InterfaceThe X.21 interface pin-out diagram and signal definitions and names are shown below.The wiring diagr

Configuration Worksheets 142Configuration WorksheetsThe following worksheets are available to help configure the Eicon 1550/1551 WAN Router.X.25 Line

Configuration Worksheets 143X.25 Line Subscription WorksheetThe following settings are available when configuring X.25. Parameter Options/Range Defaul

Configuration Worksheets 144HDLC WorksheetBy definition, any connection using the X.25 protocol also uses HDLC at a lower level. The following setting

Configuration Worksheets 145Frame Relay Line Subscription WorksheetObtain the following information from your Frame Relay network subscription. The in

Configuration Worksheets 146PPP WorksheetThe following settings are available when configuring PPP.Connection GroupIP GroupRIP GroupDNS GroupParameter

Configuration Worksheets 147VHSI Port WorksheetThe following settings are available when configuring VHSI.Parameter Options/Range Default ValueLine In

Configuration Worksheets 148Dialer Parameters Worksheet — Direct DialerThe following settings are available when configuring Direct Dialer.Parameter O

Configuration Worksheets 149Dialer Parameters Worksheet — Hayes ATThe following settings are available when configuring Hayes AT.Parameter Options/Ran

Setup 15ProcedureLeave your computer on during installation.1.Connect the power adapter.When connected, the Power indicator light (on the front of the

Configuration Worksheets 150Dialer Parameters Worksheet —V.2 5 B i sThe following settings are available when configuring V.25Bis.Parameter Options/Ra

151Regulatory and Warranty InformationGeneral Information ... 152Regula

Regulatory and Warranty Information 152General InformationSafetyFor your safety, only trained and qualified personnel are permitted to open this devic

Regulatory and Warranty Information 153Regulatory Information for the United StatesWarning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly appro

Regulatory and Warranty Information 154 Supplier’s Declaration of ConformityManufacturer’s Name: Eicon Networks CorporationResponsible Party Address:2

Regulatory and Warranty Information 155Regulatory Information for CanadaNOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certifi

Regulatory and Warranty Information 156Regulatory Information for Europe EU Declaration of ConformityTo receive a detailed R&TTE Declaration for t

Regulatory and Warranty Information 157Limited WarrantyEicon Networks Corporation warrants to the original purchaser of this Eicon Networks Corporatio

Setup 16Step 2: Log in to the Eicon 1550/1551Whenever you wish to change settings on the Eicon 1550/1551, you must first log in using a web browser, a

Setup 175.The main menu should appear, as shown below.6.See Step 3: Select the VHSI Protocol on page 19.TroubleshootingIf you cannot access the ‘Log i

Setup 18• Internet Explorer previous to version 5: – From the ‘View’ menu, select ‘Internet Options’, then click the ‘Connection’ tab. – Verify that ‘

Setup 19Step 3: Select the VHSI ProtocolBefore you begin creating connection profiles, including any backup profiles, you should verify the protocol s

Page 2Second Edition (February 2002) 206-418-02Eicon is a registered trademark of Eicon Networks Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are e

Setup 20Step 4: Create ProfilesSettings for particular connections are contained in profiles on the Eicon 1550/1551.Note: When you change protocols f

Setup 213.The settings for your new profile will be displayed, along with configuration parameters. The parameters available will differ depending on

Setup 22Limits on Creating ProfilesIf the VHSI protocol is set to X.25, you can create up to 32 connection profiles. When set to Frame Relay, you can

Setup 23Step 5: Modify Other SettingsChanges that you have made thus far do not take effect until you reset the device. However, it is strongly recomm

Setup 24• Clicking a setting name displays context-sensitive help.What’s Next?See Step 6: Reset the Device and Test WAN Access on page 25.Online help

Setup 25Step 6: Reset the Device and Test WAN AccessFor your settings to take effect, you must reset the device by clicking the ‘Reset Device’ button

Setup 26Creating a Backup ProfileThe ISDN port on the Eicon 1551 is designed to act as a backup connection in case the VHSI connection is unavailable.

Setup 27ISDN Port SetupThis section describes how to configure the ISDN port on the Eicon 1551. This port was designed to act as a backup port in case

Setup 285.Click the ‘ISDN Port’ link to bring up the ‘ISDN Port Parameters’ page.6.Specify the switch type. 7.Enter your ISDN phone numbers in the ‘Nu

Setup 29Configuring the ISDN ProtocolThe connection protocol, set to ‘PPP’ by default, governs the rules by which ISDN channels are enabled and disabl

Page 3Table of ContentsIntroduction ...6Overview...

Setup 30LAN SetupTo give more than four computers access to the external network, the Eicon 1550/1551 can be connected to a network hub and become par

Setup 31• Once you have contacted the Eicon 1550/1551, you should first change the LAN IP address (set to 192.168.1.1 by default) of the Eicon 1550/15

Setup 32General Setup ProcedureThe following is a general setup procedure for connecting the Eicon 1550/1551 to a LAN.1.Connect the power adapter and

Setup 33• Your computers have fixed IP addresses: In this case, you must change the Eicon 1550/1551’s IP address so that it corresponds to what is ava

Setup 34Disabling DHCP (if required)If your LAN has an existing DHCP server, you should disable the Eicon 1550/1551’s DHCP server. This ensures that t

Setup 35Changing TCP/IP Settings to DHCPFor most connection scenarios, your computer must have TCP/IP configured to act as a DHCP client. This allows

Setup 36TCP/IP Settings for Windows NT 4.0The following procedure describes how to install TCP/IP on Windows NT 4.0. Note that if you have more than o

Setup 37Technical SupportTo obtain technical support for Eicon Networks Corporation products, visit our web site at:http://www.eicon.com/support/For t

38Using your Eicon 1550/1551This section provides a general introduction to configuring and using your Eicon 1550/1551. More specific information on t

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 39Ports*For more information on using the Console Port, refer to the “Command Line Interface Reference Guide” located on th

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Using your Eicon 1550/1551 40Indicator LightsThe following diagram describes the behavior of the indicator lights on the Eicon 1550/1551. Note that th

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 41Resetting the Device via the Reset ButtonThe Reset button for the Eicon 1550/1551 is located on the bottom of the device.

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 42Accessing the Configuration MenuThe Eicon 1550/1551 Configuration Pages allow you to manage the configuration and operati

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 435.The main configuration menu appears. To access the different settings, click on the links in the main menu, at the left

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 44However, for the saved changes to take effect, you must reset the Eicon 1550/1551. You can do this by clicking the ‘Reset

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 45Upgrading Firmware via a Web BrowserEicon Networks Corporation posts the latest Eicon 1550/1551 firmware on its web site.

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 46Saving and Resetting Configuration SettingsThe web-based configuration interface makes it easy to save and restore config

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 47Changing the VHSI Port ProtocolThe Eicon 1550/1551 uses profiles to make individual connections. However, the connection

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 485.Click the ‘Save’ button to save this setting. You may have to scroll down in order to locate the button.If you change y

Using your Eicon 1550/1551 49Creating and Editing ProfilesSettings for particular connections are contained in profiles on the Eicon 1550/1551. Howeve

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Using your Eicon 1550/1551 504.The profile settings page for your new profile will appear. 5.Make the required changes to the profile. Make sure to sc

51SecuritySecurity Features Summary... 52System Password...

Security 52Security Features SummaryConnecting your computers to an external network creates a wide range of benefits, but also exposes your computers

Security 53The following table lists the security features that can be applied to restrict access to the Eicon 1550/1551 configuration interfaces. Sou

Security 54System PasswordThe Eicon 1550/1551 provides a system password that restricts access to the web-based configuration interface and the CLI. T

Security 55Automatic Log OutThe Eicon 1550/1551 applies an automatic timeout to configuration sessions. When a configuration session is idle for more

Security 56Network Address Translation (NAT)The Eicon 1550/1551 uses network address translation (NAT) to ‘hide’ the local LAN from all external resou

Security 57When you create a NAT static mapping, the Eicon 1550/1551 routes all traffic for the protocol you specify to the designated computer. This

Security 58To define a default NAT server, enter the IP address of the device that should receive these datagrams into the ‘Default NAT server’ field

Security 59Remote ManagementBy default, the Eicon 1550/1551 does not allow remote devices to access its configuration interfaces via the external netw

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Security 60Enabling Remote ManagementTo enable remote management:1.From the menu, click ‘System’. 2.Check the ‘Enable remote management’ check box. 3.

Security 61Authentication (PPP only)Authentication works through the exchange of usernames and passwords. This process can be one-way (either the call

Security 62Manual DialingThe Manual Dialing feature lets you manually control when the connection is to be established.Enabling Manual Dialing1.From t

Security 63Custom Security Features using IP FiltersBy using IP filters you can create your own custom security solutions. For example, you can limit

Security 64Important Notes on Filters• Profile information is not retained when the protocol (PPP or X.25) is changed. Since filters apply to individu

Security 654.If you have more than one profile available, select a profile from the drop-down menu (next to ‘Edit Filters for’). 5.To insert a new fil

Security 669.Once you click ‘Done’, you are returned to the main filter page. The new filter you just defined is shown in the list. However, the check

Security 67Source / Destination•‘from’: Examine the source IP address of the datagram. •‘to’: Examine the destination IP address of the datagram.Locat

Security 68•‘TFTP’: The Eicon 1550/1551 can function as a TFTP server to support uploading and downloading of configuration files. If you filter TFTP

Security 69However, the moment you create one filter, a new default is used that drops all traffic, as shown below. This situation will usually requir

Introduction 7OverviewThank you for purchasing the Eicon 1550 or Eicon 1551 WAN Router. Eicon 1550/1551 WAN Routers are intelligent, multi-protocol ro

Security 70After creating the first filter, the filter page should look like this:Since the Eicon 1550/1551 automatically changed the last filter to o

71Web Interface Settings GlossaryThis section lists all settings available through the web interface, along with explanations as to what each setting

Web Interface Settings Glossary 72System MenuSystem NameSets the domain name of the Eicon 1550/1551. This is also the address of the home page of the

Web Interface Settings Glossary 73Set TimeSets the internal system clock.Set DateSets the internal system date, in yyyy-mm-dd format. Get Time and Dat

Web Interface Settings Glossary 74Connection MenuProfile NameDefines a name for this profile. The name must not contain spaces. Enable ProfileEnables/

Web Interface Settings Glossary 75Connection Menu > Connection Group (PPP)CompressionEnables/disables PPP compression. When enabled, one of the fol

Web Interface Settings Glossary 76Retry DelayDefines the amount of time in seconds to wait before allowing new attempts to connect. The default and ra

Web Interface Settings Glossary 77Connection Menu > Connection Group (X.25)Remote DTE AddressDefines the remote X.25 address the Eicon 1550/1551 ca

Web Interface Settings Glossary 78User DataSpecifies the call user data the device will include when establishing an X.25 call. Encode call user data

Web Interface Settings Glossary 79Connection Menu > Connection Group (Frame Relay)Compression enableEnables/disables compression when Frame Relay i

Introduction 8Package ContentsYour package should contain the following:VHSI cables are not included with your Eicon 1550/1551. Cables can be ordered

Web Interface Settings Glossary 80Connection Menu > IP GroupNAT EnableEnables/disables NAT (Network Address Translation). With NAT enabled, only on

Web Interface Settings Glossary 81Connection Menu > RIP GroupRIP VersionEnables/disables support for RIP (Routing Information Protocol). When enabl

Web Interface Settings Glossary 82Connection Menu > Authentication Group (PPP)Local UsernameDefines the name used when replying to valid authentica

Web Interface Settings Glossary 83Connection Menu > DNS GroupDomain NameWhen DNS relay is enabled, each DNS request is checked against the name set

Web Interface Settings Glossary 84Connection Menu > Callback (Eicon 1551 only)Note: The following two pages refer to the ISDN feature available on

Web Interface Settings Glossary 85Callback numbersUser specified mode only. Specify the two numbers that the server uses to call back. Each number sho

Web Interface Settings Glossary 86IP MenuDNS RelayEnables DNS requests. When enabled, all DNS requests are forwarded to a remote DNS server. This is d

Web Interface Settings Glossary 87• Minimal: Reduces NetBIOS traffic to a minimum. Does not support Network Neighborhood functions. However, the MAP N

Web Interface Settings Glossary 88Routes Menu (IP Tree)Network AddressDefines the IP address of a network where data should be routed. This address is

Web Interface Settings Glossary 89InterfaceDefines the profile that will be used to route data. The profile you choose should establish a connection t

Introduction 9SpecificationsHardware Features• VHSI (Very High Speed Interface) synchronous port• ISDN port (for backup purposes) (Eicon 1551 only)• F

Web Interface Settings Glossary 90Filters Menu (IP Tree)Edit filters IP filtering provides you with the means to implement customized security, usage,

Web Interface Settings Glossary 91NAT Mapping Menu (IP Tree)NAT must be enabled for each profile.Default NAT ServerDefines the IP address of the devic

Web Interface Settings Glossary 92Time Client Menu (IP Tree)Enable Time ProtocolEnables/disables the use of the time protocol. When enabled, the Eicon

Web Interface Settings Glossary 93SNMP Menu (IP Tree)System NameDefines a name for the Eicon 1550/1551. This information can be retrieved by SNMP agen

Web Interface Settings Glossary 94DHCP Menu (IP Tree)The parameters displayed on the DHCP page will depend on the choice of DHCP type (server, relay,

Web Interface Settings Glossary 95Number of Addresses (DHCP = Server)Defines the maximum number of addresses in the dynamic DHCP address pool. Range:

Web Interface Settings Glossary 96Delay (sec) (DHCP = Relay)Defines how long the Eicon 1550/1551 waits before relaying a DHCP request. Since DHCP requ

Web Interface Settings Glossary 97LAN MenuIP AddressDefines the IP address for the Eicon 1550/1551 on the Ethernet LAN it creates. By default, this ad

Web Interface Settings Glossary 98LAN Menu > RIP GroupRIP VersionEnables/disables support for RIP (Routing Information Protocol). When enabled, rou

Web Interface Settings Glossary 99LAN Menu > DNS GroupDomain NameWhen DNS relay is enabled, each DNS request is checked against this parameter. If