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Getting Started with the
Contivity Extranet
Switch 1500 Series
Part No. 306009-B Rev 00
February 2000
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Accuracy Notice The products and specifications, configurations, and other technical information regarding the products con- tained in this document are subject to change without notice. All statements, technical information, and recom- mendations contained in this document are believed to be accurate and reliable but are presented without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, and users take full responsibility for their application of any prod- ucts specified in this document. Copyright
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Contents Preface Conventions .....................................................................................................................viii Documentation ..........................................................................................................viii Text ............................................................................................................................. ix User Interface ...........................................................................
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LAN Interface Connections .............................................................................................3-4 LAN Speed Selection ...............................................................................................3-4 Connector Pinouts ....................................................................................................3-4 Single V.35 WAN Interface (Optional) .............................................................................3-5 T1 CSU/DSU WAN I
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Quick Start Configuration Prerequisites .........................................................................5-7 Required Environment .............................................................................................5-8 Prerequisites ............................................................................................................5-9 Post Configuration Testing .......................................................................................5-9 Configuration .......
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Preface TM This guide takes you through the necessary tasks to get your Nortel Networks TM Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 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. vii
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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. A Tip is something that might b
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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. Where app
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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 Document Objective Contivity Extranet Switch Provides the latest information, including known Release Notes problems, workarounds, and special considerations. Managing the Provides complete details to configure, monitor, and Contivity Extra
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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 pri
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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. If you purchased a Nortel Networks service program, contact one of the following Nortel Networks Technical Solutions Centers: Technical Solutions Center Telephone Number United States and Canada 800-2LANW
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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. The Switch includes the most popular tunneling protocols, IP Security (IPsec), Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP), Layer 2 Forwarding Tunneling Protoc
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Getting Started with the Contivity Extranet Switch 1500 Series LAN Cable or DSL Remote Employee E-Mail Server ISP POP NT Contivity ISP POP Partner Server Extranet ISP POP Switch 56K Modem Firewall Router ISP POP Authentication Server ISDN R eseller Intranet Internet Extranet Figure 1-1. An Intranet and the Internet Make Up an Extranet The Switch provides more security than traditional remote access schemes due to the combination of authorization, authentication, privacy, and access control o
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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. The unique quality of service (QoS) mechanisms include call admission and packet forwarding priorities, and support for Res
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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.35 Cable (only with 1520) 1 Contivity Extr
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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. You should select a site that meets the following cri
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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. To eliminate AC power from t
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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. 2-3
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