Cabletron Systems CSX200 User Manual

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Contents

1-1Chapter 1Introduction to SPMAfor the CSX200 and CSX400How to use the CSX200 and CSX400 User’s Guide; manual conventions; contacting the CabletronSystems Global Call Center; firmware versions supported by SPMAYour SPMA for the CSX200 and CSX400 management modules providesmanagement support for both the CyberSWITCH CSX200 and CyberSWITCHCSX400 stand-alone LAN-to-WAN access devices. Both the CSX200 series and theCSX400 device support PPP and Frame Relay WAN protocols, as well asmultiprotocol bridging and IP/IPX routing.The CSX200 series (CSX 201, 202, and 203) is designed for smaller branch officeswho need up to twelve Ethernet ports connected to a corporate WAN or ISP. EachCSX200 device has twelve RJ-45 ports and one WAN interface. Before shipping,the proper Wide Area Port Interface Module (WPIM) is installed in your device,depending on the technology you need. WPIM connections currently supportedby SPMA include T1 and synchronous. In the future E1, DDS, DI (Drop-and-Insert), and HDSL will also be supported by SPMA. All of these WPIM optionsare discussed in Chapter 2, Device Configuration. The CSX200 also supportsPoint to Point Protocol (PPP), leased lines, and Frame Relay (RFC1490), providingup to four Permanent Virtual Connections (PVCs) to corporate offices or theInternet.The CSX400 is ideal for corporate offices or larger branch sites that require twoindividual Ethernet LAN segments with single or dual WAN connectivity. Thetwo Ethernet ports can be configured with any available EPIM media, while thetwo WAN ports can be occupied by any swappable combination of CabletronWPIMs. Currently SPMA can only manage a T1 or synchronous connection, butin the future WPIM options for SPMA will also include DDS, DI, E1, and HDSLconnectivity. Each WPIM can act independently, allowing simultaneouscommunication, or the pair can be configured to provide redundant channels ifdesired. Connectivity is available for Point to Point Protocol (PPP), as well asFrame Relay and leased lines.