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Introduction 152
Models 2616RC, 3096RC & 3196RC Admin Reference Guide 11 • In-band management
Figure 82. In-band management
This chapter gives instructions on how to define Frame Relay and PPP remote in-band management channels
with examples. Secondly the creation of Chassis Management Channels are explained in detail for PPP IPCP
and BCP links. Because bringing a link UP is only part of the process in configuring in-band management
channels, the IP routing table is discussed so IP continuity is provided. If trouble occurs, particularly if the
channel does not come UP, a listing of the most common causes is included.
When to use in-band management
Because the Model 6511 Matrix Switch provides two chassis Ethernet buses that enable you to access all the
cards in a ForeFront chassis, Chassis Management Channels are not needed for configurations when a Matrix
Switch is installed. In-band management is useful in configurations that do not have a Matrix Switch.
Note
The Model 6676 ForeFront chassis comprises two logically separate
segments that behave like two separate chassis from the perspective of
in-band management channels. Segment R (the first 8 slots) func-
tions independently from Segment L (the last 9 slots) in terms of in-
band management. The chassis Ethernet buses in the Model 6676 are
similarly independent between Segment R and L. So there are two
chassis Ethernet buses in each segment of the 6676.
Defined Chassis
Management Channel
In-band management traffic
T1/E1 or
G.SHDSL port
TDM
Network
T-DAC 1 T-DAC 2
Management
workstation
Management
Services
Management
Services
TDM Mid-plane bus
T-DAC N
Management
Services