Lucent Technologies merlin messaging system Network Router User Manual


 
Introduction
MERLIN Messaging System Release 2 is an embedded voice messaging system housed in a module (circuit
pack) that plugs into the switch's carrier. Release 2 is available in a 2-, 4-, 6-, 8-, 10-, or 12-Port configuration.
Release 1 and 1.1 is available in a 2-, 4-, or 6-Port configuration. For a description of each module component,
move the mouse pointer over the graphic below.
Port Level LEDs:
The port-specific LEDs on the Merlin Messaging faceplate indicate the current status of each
voice messaging port. The possible variations are:
Not available
In service and idle
In service and in use
Note: The port-specific LEDs that correspond to voice messaging ports are in ascending order
(that is, from the bottom up).
RS232 Port:
This is a serial port used for local access to the MERLIN Messaging System via a PC or
laptop computer for report, maintenance and administrative purposes. Access to the
MERLIN Messaging System using the RS-232 port is both login and password protected.
System Status LED:
This LED reflects the status of the MERLIN Messaging System. The LED displays a red,
green or amber light to indicate various stages of system status and readiness (for example,
booting, self-test failure, system upgrade in progress, etc.).
Local Area Network (LAN) Connection:
This port is used to connect the system to a LAN (Release 2 or later).
Port Status LEDs:
The port-specific LEDs on the MERLIN Messaging System faceplate indicate the current
status of each voice messaging port. The possible variations are:
Not available
In service and idle
In service and in use
Note: The port-specific LEDs that correspond to voice messaging ports are in ascending order
(that is, from the bottom up).
Introduction (Planning)
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