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BCM 4.0 Installation Checklist and Quick Start
Guide
BCM 4.0
Business Communications Manager
Document Status: Standard
Document Version: 02
Part Code: N0060602
Date: June 2006
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Copyright © 2006 Nortel Networks, All Rights Reserved All rights reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The statements, configurations, technical data, and recommendations in this document are believed to be accurate and reliable, but are presented without express or implied warranty. Users must take full responsibility for their applications of any products specified in this document. The information in this document is proprietary to Nortel Networks.
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3 SOFTWARE LICENSE NORTEL NETWORKS INC. (“NORTEL NETWORKS”) TELECOMMUNICATION PRODUCTS THIS LEGAL DOCUMENT IS A LICENSE AGREEMENT ("License") BETWEEN YOU, THE END-USER ("CUSTOMER") AND NORTEL NETWORKS. PLEASE READ THIS LICENSE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE. BY USING THIS SOFTWARE, YOU, THE CUSTOMER, ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE, RETURN THE UNUSED SOFTWARE AND THE ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTATION TO NORTEL NETWORKS THROUGH A
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4 Except for Java Product (as defined herein below), CUSTOMER may The rights and obligations arising under this License shall be construed in assign collectively its rights under this License to any subsequent owner accordance with the laws of the State of Tennessee. If for any reason a of the associated hardware, but not otherwise, subject to the payment of court of competent jurisdiction finds any provision of this License or the then current license fee for new users, if any. No such assignme
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Contents 5 Contents Chapter 1 Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6 Contents Connecting through the serial port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Downloading from the BCM web page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Generating a software keycode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Configuring the BCM system parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Startup Profile times and LED sequence .
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7 Chapter 1 Getting started IMPORTANT! Print this chapter to record the progress of the BCM system installation and configuration. The tables and checklists are valuable tools to guide you through the installation process. About this guide The BCM 4.0 Installation Checklist and Quick Start Guide describes how to install and configure BCM200 and BCM400 systems running Business Communications Manager (BCM) 4.0 software. Although not specifically covered in this document, BCM 4.0 software funct
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8 Chapter 1 Getting started The clock icon indicates that a procedure or task has been timed; the time is provided next to the icon. Installation and configuration summary Table 1 provides the tasks to install and configure a BCM system. Table 1 Installation and configuration checklist (Sheet 1 of 2) Task Reference Comments N/A Review the BCM system “System overview” on page hardware and configuration tools 13 N/A Verify that you have the tools, “Tools, data, and parameters” materials, and
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Chapter 1 Getting started 9 Table 1 Installation and configuration checklist (Sheet 2 of 2) Task Reference Comments 15 min. Configure the required BCM “Configuring the BCM system system parameters (Element parameters” on page 37 Manager or Startup Profile) 1 min./ Configure the MBMs with “Configuring the MBMs” on MBM Element Manager page 42 N/A (Optional) Complete the “Customizing other configuration by customizing parameters” on page 43 other parameters Note 1: The stated times can vary
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10 Chapter 1 Getting started Tools, data, and parameters Use Table 4 and Table 5 to record information about tools and information. Table 4 Tools Description Value Comments Laptop (or PC) with: � Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000, Windows XP � minimum 256 MB, recommended 512 MB � 150 MB free disk space Mounting hardware rack-mount brackets, wall-mount bracket, or rubber feet; an optional plywood backboard 3/4 in. (2 cm) thick for wall-mount installations. Phillips #2 screwdriver Common screwdriv
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Chapter 1 Getting started 11 Table 5 System information (Sheet 2 of 2) Description Value Comments V.90 modem settings (North America only) SNMP agent (security, version) SNMP manager IP address SNMP community string Checklists Before installing the BCM hardware, complete the following checklists (see the BCM200/400 4.0 Installation and Maintenance Guide for more information). General checklist Determine the location for the main unit (and optional expansion unit), telephones, and other equi
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12 Chapter 1 Getting started Expansion unit and media bay modules components checklist 5 minutes Check that you have the following components, and inspect the components for any damage: one expansion unit one power supply cable one expansion cable (use only supplied Ethernet cable) four rubber feet the correct media bay modules (MBM) N00 N00606 60602 02
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13 Chapter 2 System overview The BCM system includes the following primary hardware components and configuration tools: � “Main units” on page 13 � “BCM expansion unit (BCM400 only)” on page 14 � “Element Manager” on page 15 � “Startup Profile” on page 15 A BCM 4.0 system requires BCM 4.0 software operating on BCM200 or BCM400 hardware. Refer to the chapter “Introducing the BCM hardware” in the BCM200/400 4.0 Installation and Maintenance Guide for more detailed information. Main units The centr
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14 Chapter 2 System overview Figure 2 BCM400 main unit ports and connectors Page RJ-48C WAN T1 Music on hold Media services card relay input (MSC) Page WAN card (optional - North Auxiliary DB26 connector output America version shown) ringer (female) WAN Primary Mirror Alarm Reset Master 4 MBM bays DS256 port COM port Ethernet USB ports Ethernet (serial port) Modem port port 2 port 1 (North America only) Note: Your system may not have all the cards indicated. BCM expansion unit (BCM400 on
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Chapter 2 System overview 15 Element Manager The primary management application for configuring and administering the BCM system is Element Manager. Element Manager is a client-based management application that runs on a Windows computer. You can connect to BCM system devices over an IP network and configure, administer, and monitor BCM system devices. Element Manager has the following system requirements: � Windows: Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000, Windows XP � RAM: minimum 256 MB, recommended
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16 Chapter 2 System overview N00 N00606 60602 02
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17 Chapter 3 Physical installation This chapter provides the following installation procedures: � “Mounting a BCM main unit and expansion unit” on page 17 � “Connecting the expansion unit to the main unit” on page 21 � “Installing the MBMs” on page 21 � “Connecting the MBM wiring” on page 24 � “Powering up the BCM system” on page 29 � “Connecting the data networking hardware” on page 30 � “Unpacking, placing, and wiring telephone hardware” on page 31 Mounting a BCM main unit and expansion unit B
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18 Chapter 3 Physical installation 6 minutes/unit To attach the rack-mount brackets 1 Place the BCM unit on a flat, clean surface. 2 Align the screw holes between the BCM unit and one of the rack-mount brackets. 3 Fasten the bracket to the BCM unit using four screws. Refer to Figure 4. Caution: Use only the screws supplied with the rack-mount bracket. Other screws can damage the unit. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other rack-mount bracket. 5 If the BCM system has an expansion unit, attach th
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Chapter 3 Physical installation 19 Figure 5 Fasten the BCM400 main unit to an equipment rack The BCM200 main unit and expansion unit are installed in a similar manner. 5 If the BCM system has an expansion unit, mount the expansion unit in the same way as the main unit. Installing a BCM unit on a wall To wall-mount a BCM unit (main unit or expansion unit), you need the optional wall-mount kit (NTAB3422). 12 minutes/unit To install a BCM unit on a wall 1 Mark the location of the plywood bac
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20 Chapter 3 Physical installation 5 Align the screw holes on one side of the BCM unit with the wall-mount bracket. Note: The bracket suspends the BCM unit on the wall. Consider the direction you want the MBMs to face, left or right, when you choose the side on which to install the bracket. 6 Fasten the wall-mount brackets securely to the BCM unit using the screws provided. Refer to Figure 6. Caution: Use only the screws supplied with the wall-mount bracket kit (NTAB3422). Other screws can da
