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1.2 About This Manual
This manual describes the MultiFRAD, and tells you how to install and
configure the unit. The information contained in each chapter is as
follows:
Chapter 1 - Introduction and Description
Chapter 1 introduces the MultiFRAD 100-Series. A typical application
is presented with a discussion on ordering a frame relay line and how to
configure a MultiFRAD. A list of relevant specifications are provided at
the end of the chapter.
Chapter 2 - Front and Back Panel Descriptions
Chapter 2 describes the front panel indicators and back panel connec-
tors. The front panel contains the LEDs for the data and trunk status.
The back panel provides cable connections to the data port, trunk port,
and a power connection for an external power supply.
Chapter 3 - Setup
Chapter 3 provides unpacking instructions, a setup procedure for
connecting cables and direction as to when you should configure the
unit. Also, after the unit is configured and if a V.35 interface is needed
for the data device, a procedure for changing the shunt to the V.35
position is provided.
Chapter 4 - Software Loading and Configuration
This chapter provides procedures on how to load the software utility and
configure the unit when a pc with a Windows application is connected to
the MultiFRAD. If a dumb terminal is connected to the MultiFRAD, the
unit can still be configured using the ASCII terminal menu system that is
present in the memory of the unit.
Chapter 5 - Software Utility Descriptions
This chapter provides a complete description of the Windows based
software used on the MultiFRAD 100-Series. From an icon in the
MultiFRAD program group, the Main menu is displayed. From the Main
menu, the data Port and trunk can be configured. Trunk statistics,
diagnostics, and the download feature are also described.