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GL-12 Glossary
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Label The name assigned to a disk device (either a removable cartridge or permanent drive)
through software. Cartridge labels may have a generic name (such as 1:3) to indicate
the software release, or a descriptive name if used for backup purposes (such as
back1). Permanent disk drive labels usually indicate the position of the disk (such as
disk00).
Leave Word
Calling (LWC)
A switch feature that allows the calling party to leave a standard (nonvoice) message
for the called party using a feature button or dial-access code.
Light-Emitting
Diode (LED)
Indicator on a circuit pack faceplate or disk drive to show status of AUDIX operations
and possible fault conditions.
Listen to
Messages
See Scan Incoming Mailbox Activity.
Link One of 20 data links shown on the system : translation : switch
connection form that terminate on a switch port number.
Load To read software from external storage (such as disk) and place a copy in system
memory.
Local
Administration
Terminal (LAT)
The system administrator’s display terminal used to set up AUDIX subscribers, check
traffic and space, and so forth. for that site. Usually has a printer attached.
Local Adjunct The adjunct to which the administration or maintenance terminal is connected. All
other adjuncts, including colocated adjuncts, are considered remote to this adjunct.
Local Area Data
Set (LADS)
A signal-extending data device used for connecting AUDIX to a switch DCIU for
distances greater than 400 feet.
Local
Installation
A switch, adjunct, or piece of peripheral equipment installed physically near the host
switch or system. See also Colocated.
Local
Maintenance
Terminal
(LMT)
A display terminal located near the AUDIX cabinet (usually directly cabled) which is
temporarily attached to the MAINT connector during an on-site service visit.
Local Network An AUDIX network in which all AUDIX systems are connected to the same switch.
Login A unique code used to gain approved access to the AUDIX system, either a
subscriber’s Voice Mailbox or a display terminal. See also Password.
Mailbox A portion of disk memory given to each subscriber for creating and storing outgoing
and incoming messages. Space is usually allocated as needed.
Mailing List A group of subscribers addresses assigned a list ID# and public or private status. A
mailing list may be used to simplify sending messages to several subscribers.
Maintenance The process of identifying and correcting system problems, and taking steps to
prevent them.
Maintenance
Interface (MI)
An intelligent circuit pack that has two RS-232C ports for maintenance and
administration, a shutdown toggle switch, and system alarm LEDs. The MI controls
system maintenance, modes, initialization, and alarm functions.