Planning the installation 31SmartNode 4830 Getting Started Guide 3 • Hardware installationSite logPatton recommends that you maintain a site log to record all actions relevant to the system, if you do notalready keep such a log. Site log entries should include information such as listed in table 4.Network informationWhen planning your installation there are certain network-connection considerations that you should takeinto account. The following sections describe such considerations for several types of network interfaces.Network DiagramDraw a network overview diagram that displays all neighboring IP nodes, connected elements and telephonycomponents.IP related informationBefore you can set up the basic IP connectivity for your SmartNode 4830 series you should have the followinginformation:• IP addresses used for Ethernet LAN and WAN ports• Subnet mask used for Ethernet LAN and WAN ports• Sync serial line speed• Frame Relay PVC DLCI or PPP parameters• IP addresses used for the V.35 or X.21 serial WAN port• Subnet mask used for the V.35 or X.21 serial WAN port• IP addresses and subnet masks used for the T1/E1 WAN port• IP addresses of central H.323 Gatekeeper (if used)• IP addresses of central PSTN Gateway for H.323 and/or ISoIP based calls• IP addresses of central TFTP Server used for configuration upload and downloadTable 4. Sample site log entriesEntry DescriptionInstallation Make a copy of the installation checklist and insert it into the site logUpgrades and maintenance Use the site log to record ongoing maintenance and expansion historyConfiguration changes Record all changes and the reasons for themMaintenance Schedules, requirements, and procedures performedComments Notes, and problemsSoftware Changes and updates to SmartWare software
