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AlterPath Console Server
User Manual
A reference guide for users and systems administrators
of Cyclades AlterPath Console Server - Web Management Service.
Product Version 2.3.0
Document Revision 1.6
This document contains proprietary information of Cyclades and is not to be disclosed
or used except in accordance with applicable contracts or agreements.
©
Cyclades Corporation, 2004
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We believe the information in this manual is accurate and reliable. However, we assume no responsibility, financial or otherwise, for any consequences of the use of this product or manual. This manual is published by Cyclades Corporation, which reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this manual as well as to revise this publication at any time and without notice to any person of such revision or change. The operating system covered in this manual is
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Table of Contents Before You Begin 1 Audience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Document Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Typographical Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Naming Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 4 - Configuring the Web Interface 27 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Logging In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 ACS Web Interface: GUI Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Wizard Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Expert Mode . . . . . . . .
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Administration > System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Administration > Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Administration > Time / Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Administration > Boot Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Administration > Backup Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Administration > Upgrade Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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AlterPath Console Server User Manual iv
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Before You Begin Before You Begin WELCOME to the AlterPath Console Server User Guide! This manual is designed to guide you in installing and configuring the AlterPath Console Server through the ACS web user interface, as well as other necessary information to guide you in your day-to-day operations of the ACS. Audience This manual is intended for System administrators and regular users who are responsible for the daily administration and operation of the AlterPath Console Server
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Before You Begin 4: Configuring the Web Presents the procedures for configuring the Interface ACS, using the web interface. All the procedures follows the menu structure of the entire web interface in Wizard Mode and Expert Mode. Appendix A Summarizes the Hardware Specifications of the AlterPath Console Server, and lists the PCMCIA cards that the ACS supports. Appendix B Outlines the Safety Considerations for installing and handling the ACS. Appendix C Lists the latest Web B
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Before You Begin Untitled Data Fields Some data entry fields of the GUI windows or forms do not have titles. When this field is described in any field definition section of the manual, the field is indicated as untitled, enclosed in angled brackets. Example: [untitled] Type in the port number in this field. Untitled forms While most forms are identified by it’s menu selection, some forms do not bear the title. The manual uses initial capitals to refer to their names or titles. Examp
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Before You Begin Form names The name or title of a form may not necessarily appear on the actual form. When this is the case, the form is named after its menu selection or form function. Select To select is the same as to click your mouse. Document Symbols This manual uses graphical symbols that are associated with specific types of note or information to indicate the following: Reference to another page or document. Note Important Danger or Warning Cross References The ACS User Manual cross
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Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction The AlterPath Console Server (ACS) comes from Cyclades’ line of Console Access and Terminal Servers designed to allow local and dial-in access for in- band and out-of-band network management. Modeled after the Cyclades-TS line of console server, the ACS adds the following advanced features: • PCMCIA slots that support standard interface cards (Ethernet, Modem, and wireless LAN). • Optional dual entry redundant power supply (AC/D
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1: Introduction • Telnet/SSH over a network You can configure ACS by using any of the following user interfaces: • Web Browser • VI Editor • Wizard • Command Line Interface (CLI) With the ACS set up as a Console Access Server, you can access a server connected to the ACS through the server’s serial console port from a workstation on the LAN or WAN. There is no authentication by default; you can configure the system for authentication to be performed by a Radius server, a TacacsPlus server, o
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1: Introduction The figure below shows AlterPath ACS1 through ACS48. AlterPath Console Server User Manual 7
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1: Introduction ACS Setup Diagram The diagram below shows a typical setup of the AlterPath Console Server. 8 AlterPath Console Server User Manual
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Chapter 2 Installing the ACS Chapter 2 - Installing the ACS This chapter presents the procedures for installing and setting up the ACS, and is organized as follows: • Package Contents • Rack Installation • Installation and Configuration Process For configuration procedures using vi or CLI, refer to the ACS Reference Guide. Package Contents There are six models of the AlterPath Console Server based on the number of serial ports: •ACS48 •ACS32 •ACS16 •ACS8 •ACS4 •ACS1 All model
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2: Installing the ACS Package Contents: ACS4 through ACS48 Typically, the product package for ACS4 through ACS48 contains the following: • ACS Box • Power Cable(s) • ADB0017 - DB25F Console Adapter • ADB0025 - DB25M Console Adapter • ADB0036 - DB9F Console Adapter • ADB0039 - Sun/Netra Adapter • CAB0018 - RJ45 CAT-5 Cable • CAB0025 - DB25M Straight-Through Cable • CON0071 - DB25F Loopback Connector • Rack-Mounting Kit • ACS User Manual and ACS QuickStart Guide • ACS Reference Manual CD 10 Alter
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2: Installing the ACS Package Contents: ACS1 The ACS1 Package contains the following: • ACS1 Box • Power Cable • Power Supply +5V / 2.5A • CAB0042 - DB25F / DB9F Cross Cable • CAB0018 - RJ45 / RJ45 CAT5 Cable • CON0071 - DB25F Loopback Connector • ADB0036 - RJ45 to DB9F Adapter • CON0093 - DB9F to DB25M Connector • ACS User Manual and ACS QuickStart Guide • ACS Reference Manual CD AlterPath Console Server User Guide 11
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2: Installing the ACS Although the ACS unit in the figures are shown with a dual power supply (A/C or -48VDC), some models may have a single power supply. The single power units will have just one power cable. (ACS48 supports -48VDC.) Rack Mounting the ACS To rack-mount and connect the ACS to your network, perform the following steps: 1. Install the brackets onto the front corners of the box using a screw driver and the screws and bolts provided with the mounting kit. brackets 2. Mount the
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2: Installing the ACS System Requirements To configure the ACS, Cyclades recommends any of the following hardware specifications: • Workstation with a console serial port or, • Workstation with Ethernet and TCP/IP topology or, • Cyclades AlterPath Manager. The hardware connectivity required for each configuration method: Hardware Connectivity Configuration Method Workstation, Hub Ethernet Cables. Web browser, vi, Wizard, or CLI Console, Console Cable (constructed from RJ45 vi, Wizard, or CLI.
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2: Installing the ACS Pre-Install Checklist Before you install and configure the ACS, ensure that you have the following: Root Access You will need Root Access on your local UNIX machine in order to use the serial port. HyperTerminal, Kermit, If you are using a PC, ensure that HyperTerminal or Minicom is set up on your Windows operating system. If you have a UNIX operating system, you will be using Kermit or Minicom. IP Address of: You will need to locate the IP address of your PC PC or termi
