Digi PortServer TS8 Bedienungsanleitung

92000307_BPortServer TS 8/16Configuration and Administration Guide

1-4 Other Documents in the LibraryOther Documents in the LibraryHere is a list of the other documents in the library:Access Resource CD CardThis card

17-10 Checking for Duplicate IP AddressesChecking for Duplicate IP AddressesUse this procedure to ensure that the PortServer TS 8/16 and another devi

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-11Pinging an IP AddressUse this procedure to deterrmine if a system can be reached from across a network. Procedu

17-12 Verifying the Network CablingVerifying the Network CablingUse this procedure to troubleshoot network cabling problems.1. Check the Ethernet cab

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-13Verifying the RealPort ProcessUse one of these procedures to verify the RealPort process:AIX: Verifying the Rea

17-14 Verifying the RealPort ProcessSolaris: Verifying the RealPort ProcessUse this topic for information on verifying that the RealPort process is r

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-15Checking and Changing Port ConfigurationUse this topic to ensure that PortServer TS 8/16 serial port configurat

17-16 Digi Contact InformationDigi Contact InformationDigi International11001 Bren Road EastMinnetonka, MN 55343U.S.ACustomer Service and SupportWorl

Introduction1-5About Configuration MethodsUse this section to learn about configuration methods.Configuring the PortServer TS 8/16 from an Attached Te

1-6 Configuration PrerequisitesConfiguration PrerequisitesAccessing the Command Line from a Locally-Connected Terminal Use this procedure to access t

Configuring the IP Address2-1Chapter 2Configuring the IP AddressIn This ChapterThis chapter discusses how to configure PortServer TS 8/16’s IP address

2-2 Options for Configuring the IP Address and MaskOptions for Configuring the IP Address and MaskOptionsThe PortServer TS 8/16 IP address can be con

Configuring the IP Address2-3Configuring the Ethernet Interface with DPA-RemoteUse this section to configure an initial IP address, subnet mask, and d

2-4 Configuring the IP Address Using Ping-ARPConfiguring the IP Address Using Ping-ARPUse this section to configure an IP address by manually updatin

Configuring the IP Address2-5Configuring the Ethernet Interface from the Command LineThis section discusses how use the command line to configure an I

2-6 Configuring an IP Address using DHCP and RARP

Configuring Ports for RealPort3-1Chapter 3 Configuring Ports for RealPort In This ChapterThis chapter describes how to configure PortServer TS 8/16 fo

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3-2 About RealPortAbout RealPortThis section provides a brief introduction to RealPort.What is RealPort?RealPort is a feature that allows network-bas

Configuring Ports for RealPort3-3Configuring Ports: Web InterfaceUse this procedure to configure a port from the web interface.1. Access the web inter

3-4 Configuring Ports for RealPort: Command LineConfiguring Ports for RealPort: Command LineThis section describes how to configure RealPort ports fr

Configuring Ports for Printers4-1Chapter 4 Configuring Ports for PrintersIn This ChapterThis chapter describes how to configure PortServer TS 8/16 por

4-2 Configuration ConsiderationsConfiguration ConsiderationsYou should be aware of the following considerations if you intend to configure PortServer

Configuring Ports for Printers4-3Tips for telnet and rsh Printing Here are some tips for handling telnet and rsh printing:• If line feed and carriage

4-4 Configuring Printer Connections: Command Lineset line range=2 baud=9600 csize=8 stopb=1 parity=n set flow range=2 cts=on ixon=off ixoff=off

Configuring Ports for Printers4-5Configuring a Port for Direct-Access PrintingDirect access printing allows Telnet users on the LAN to access a port a

4-6 Configuring a Port for Direct-Access Printing

Configuring Ports for Terminals and Computers6-1Chapter 6 Configuring Ports for Terminalsand ComputersIn This ChapterThis chapter describes how to con

iContentsChapter 1 IntroductionSetup Overview... 1-2

6-2 Configuring Ports for Terminals: Web InterfaceConfiguring Ports for Terminals: Web InterfaceUse this procedure to configure a port from the web i

Configuring Ports for Terminals and Computers6-3• bps is the line speed • characters is the character size • parity is the parity scheme to use on thi

6-4 About Computer Connections

Configuring Ports for Modems5-1Chapter 5 Configuring Ports for Modems In This ChapterThis chapter describes how to configure PortServer TS 8/16 ports

5-2 Tips on Configuring A ModemTips on Configuring A ModemHere are some tips on configuring modems to work with PortServer TS 8/16:• Configure the mo

Configuring Ports for Modems5-3Configuring Ports for Modems: Web InterfaceUse this procedure to configure a port for a modem from the web interface.1.

5-4 Configuring Ports for Outgoing/Bi-Directional Connec-ExampleIn this example, ports 1 and 2 are set up for incoming modem connections using RTS/CT

Configuring PPP8-1Chapter 8 Configuring PPP In This ChapterThis chapter discusses how to configure PPP connections. It covers the following topics:•

8-2 Configuring PPP Connections: Web InterfaceConfiguring PPP Connections: Web InterfaceUse this procedure to configure PPP connections from the web

Configuring PPP8-3Configuring Inbound PPP Connections: Command LineUse this section to configure simple inbound PPP connections from the command line.

iiChapter 6 Configuring Ports for ModemsTips on Configuring A Modem... 6-2Co

8-4 Configuring Inbound PPP Connections: Command Line7. To configure an IP address for the local end of the PPP connection, enter the following com-m

Configuring PPP8-5Configuring Outbound PPP Connections: Command LineThis section describes how to configure outbound PPP connections. Use it to config

8-6 Configuring Outbound PPP Connections: Command Lineset user name=name outgoing=on device=devicewhere device is either the Digi-supplied device or

Configuring IP Routing9-1Chapter 9 Configuring IP RoutingIn This ChapterThis chapter describes how to configure IP routing. It discusses the following

9-2 Introduction to RoutingIntroduction to RoutingThis section provides some introductory information on routing.What is RoutingRouting is the method

Configuring IP Routing9-3About RIP Routing Updates IntroductionRIP defines a method for propagating routing information among routers. It provides IP

9-4 About RIP Routing Updatesregarded R2 as an alternate path to Net 1. The second is called “poison reverse,” which stipulates that routes are adver

Configuring IP Routing9-5Configuring Static RoutesThis section describes how to configure PortServer TS 8/16 for static routes.Related InformationSee

9-6 Configuring Dynamic Routes Using RIPConfiguring Dynamic Routes Using RIPThis section describes how to configure PortServer TS 8/16 for dynamic ro

Configuring IP Routing9-7Configuring Proxy ARPThis section describes how to configure PortServer TS 8/16 for Proxy ARP.Related InformationSee the set

iiiResetting the Configuration to Defaults...14-6Chapter 15 Configuring UsersAbout Configur

9-8 Configuring Proxy ARP

Configuring Autoconnection7-1Chapter 7 Configuring AutoconnectionIn This ChapterThis Chapter discusses how to configure the autoconnection feature. It

7-2 About AutoconnectionAbout AutoconnectionThe autoconnection feature allows you to configure a user to access the PortServer TS 8/16 and then be au

Configuring Autoconnection7-3Configuring a User for Autoconnection: Web Interface1. Access the web interface by entering the PortServer TS 8/16 IP add

7-4 Configuring a User for Autoconnection: Command Line

Configuring Console Management10-1Chapter 10 Configuring Console ManagementIn This Chapter• About Console Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10-2 About Console ManagementAbout Console ManagementPortServer TS 8/16 can be configured to remotely manage network devices, such as routers, switch

Configuring Console Management10-3• key is the name of a file that contains the DSA public key. If your host’s implementation requires a complete path

10-4 Configuring Console Management: Command Line

Configuring Security Features12-1Chapter 12 Configuring Security FeaturesIn This ChapterThis chapter describes PortServer TS 8/16 security features an

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12-2 Controlling Access to the PortServer TS 8/16 Configura-Controlling Access to the PortServer TS 8/16 ConfigurationPortServer TS 8/16 restricts ac

Configuring Security Features12-3Controlling Access to Outbound PortsThis section describes methods for controlling access to outbound serial ports. A

12-4 Using RADIUS to Authenticate UsersUsing RADIUS to Authenticate UsersThis section provides a description of RADIUS and explains how to configure

Configuring Security Features12-5RADIUS Accounting Attributes (RFC 2139)The following RADIUS accounting attributes are supported in the Digi PortServe

12-6 Using RADIUS to Authenticate UsersConfiguring RADIUS: Command LineTo configure PortServer TS 8/16 to function as a RADIUS client, supply a set r

Configuring Security Features12-7Issuing User PasswordsThis section discusses how to issue user passwords.Related InformationSee the newpass and set u

12-8 Configuring SSH Version 2 for Secure CommunicationConfiguring SSH Version 2 for Secure CommunicationThis section discusses how to configure a us

Configuring DNS13-1Chapter 13 Configuring DNSIn This ChapterThis chapter discusses how to configure PortServer TS 8/16 to use DNS. Topics discussed in

13-2 About the Domain Name SystemAbout the Domain Name SystemThis section discusses key concepts of the domain name system.Purpose of DNSThe domain n

Configuring DNS13-3Configuration ProceduresProcedure for Using a Name ServerTo configure a DNS server, enter the following command:set config domain=

Introduction1-1Chapter 1 IntroductionIn This ChapterThis chapter provides a brief introduction on setting up your Digi device. It discusses the follow

13-4 Configuration Procedures

Configuring SNMP14-1Chapter 14 Configuring SNMPIn This ChapterThis chapter describes how to configure the PortServer TS 8/16 SNMP agent. It discusses

14-2 About SNMP and the PortServer TS 8/16 AgentAbout SNMP and the PortServer TS 8/16 AgentThis section introduces SNMP and network management in TCP

Configuring SNMP14-3Configuration Procedure: Web Interface1. Access the web interface by entering the PortServer TS 8/16 IP address in a browser’s URL

14-4 Configuration Procedure: Command Line

Managing the OS and Configuration16-1Chapter 16 Managing the OS and ConfigurationIn This ChapterThis chapter provides information on updating the oper

16-2 Upgrading the OS (Firmware): Web InterfaceUpgrading the OS (Firmware): Web InterfaceUse this section to upgrade the firmware using the web inter

Managing the OS and Configuration16-3Upgrading the OS (Firmware): Command LineThis section describes how to upgrade the PortServer TS 8/16 operating s

16-4 Configuring PortServer TS 8/16 from a Remote HostConfiguring PortServer TS 8/16 from a Remote HostThis section discusses remote configuration, t

Managing the OS and Configuration16-5Copying a Configuration File from a Host to PortServer TS 8/16This section describes how to copy the configuratio

1-2 Setup OverviewSetup OverviewThis section provides an overview of the setup process. Step A: PlanBefore beginning setup, consider the following:•

16-6 Resetting the Configuration to DefaultsResetting the Configuration to DefaultsUse this section to learn how to use the revert command to reset t

Configuring Users15-1Chapter 15 Configuring UsersIn This ChapterThis chapter discusses how to configure users. It covers the following topics:• About

15-2 About Configuring UsersAbout Configuring UsersAlthough it is not required, the PortServer TS 8/16 is often configured to accommodate the require

Configuring Users15-3Configuring a User: Web InterfaceUse this section to configure users with from the web interface.1. Access the web interface by e

15-4 Configuring a User: Command Line ExamplesConfiguring a User: Command Line ExamplesThis section consists of a set of examples that tell you how t

Configuration Examples17-1Chapter 17 Configuration ExamplesThis chapter provides several simple, but complete, configuration examples. If you find tha

17-2 Terminal Server Configuration Without RealPortTerminal Server Configuration Without RealPortIn this configuration, PortServer TS 8/16 functions

Configuration Examples17-3Terminal Server Configuration Using AutoconnectionThis example shows a PortServer TS 8/16 functioning as a terminal server i

17-4 Terminal Server Configuration Using RealPortTerminal Server Configuration Using RealPort In this example, the PortServer TS 8/16 is simply provi

Configuration Examples17-5Dial-In PPP Connection Using RADIUSIn this configuration, PortServer TS 8/16 uses a RADIUS server to provide a dial-in PPP c

Introduction1-3About This GuidePurposeThis guide provides the following:• Configuration and administration procedures • Configuration examplesAudience

17-6 Dial-In PPP Connection Using RADIUS

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-1Chapter 17 PortServer TS 8/16 TroubleshootingIn This Chapter• Symptom: PortServer TS 8/16 Does Not Boot . . .

17-2 Symptom: PortServer TS 8/16 Does Not BootSymptom: PortServer TS 8/16 Does Not BootIntroductionUse the information provided in this discussion wh

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-3Symptom: Cannot Telnet to the PortServer TS 8/16IntroductionUse the information provided in this discussion to t

17-4 Symptom: Trouble Accessing a PortSymptom: Trouble Accessing a PortIntroductionUse this procedure if you are having trouble accessing a PortServe

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-5Running PortServer TS 8/16 POST Use these topics to run PortServer TS 8/16 power on self test to validate the Po

17-6 Verifying TFTP on a UNIX SystemVerifying TFTP on a UNIX SystemUse this procedure to verify that TFTP is working correctly on your UNIX host. Not

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-7For controlled TFTP access, make sure that the file /etc/tftpaccess.ctl exists and verify that it only allows ac

17-8 Verifying the PortServer TS 8/16 IP AddressVerifying the PortServer TS 8/16 IP AddressUse this procedure to check the IP address on the PortServ

PortServer TS 8/16 Troubleshooting17-9