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Managing WAN Switching
Modules
Introduction
The Omni Switch/Router WAN Switching Modules (WSXs) are a family of modules that
enable the creation of WANs by providing connectivity between geographically-distanced
LANs. These modules support a variety of protocols, including Frame Relay, synchronous
Point to Point Protocol (PPP), and Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN).
WSXs extend the power and flexibility of LAN switching over greater geographic distances
using either a Frame Relay network, ISDN network or leased line connection, such as T1. In a
Frame Relay network configuration, WSXs provide a cost-effective link that is capable of
supporting multiple virtual circuits. In a leased line configuration, WSXs provide dedicated
bandwidth to a single remote site. In an ISDN line configuration, the WSX supports both
inbound and outbound call circuits for interconnection to remote WAN Switching Modules or
other devices that support standard PPP over ISDN. In addition, an ISDN configuration
supports bandwidth on demand and backup of failed lines.
The family of WSX modules provides either 2, 4, or 8 ports, which provide a range of access
rates from 9.6 kbps to 2 Mbps. Management, data handling, compression, and multi-protocol
encapsulation are compatible with the current Frame Relay and PPP standards.
VLAN
architectures are preserved and consistent on both sides of a
WAN
link. WSX
s
support
Alcatel Frame Relay trunking. As a result,
VLAN
groups on one side of a Frame Relay link are
compatible with those on the other side. In addition, the
WSX
is capable of both Frame Relay
and PPP transparent bridging, and IP and IPX routing.
VLAN architectures are preserved and consistent on both sides of a WAN link. The WSX
supports standard RFC 1490 multiprotocol over Frame Relay and synchronous PPP for
bridging and routing interoperability with numerous other WAN networking devices. In
addition, the WSX supports Alcatel Frame Relay trunking, so multiple VLAN groups on one
side of a Frame Relay link can be transported across the WAN.
Summary of Contents for Omni Switch/Router
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Page 4: ...page iv ...
Page 110: ...WAN Modules Page 3 40 ...
Page 156: ...UI Table Filtering Using Search and Filter Commands Page 4 46 ...
Page 164: ...Using ZMODEM Page 5 8 ...
Page 186: ...Displaying and Setting the Swap State Page 6 22 ...
Page 202: ...Creating a New File System Page 7 16 ...
Page 270: ...Displaying Secure Access Entries in the MPM Log Page 10 14 ...
Page 430: ...OmniChannel Page 15 16 ...
Page 496: ...Configuring Source Route to Transparent Bridging Page 17 48 ...
Page 542: ...Dissimilar LAN Switching Capabilities Page 18 46 ...
Page 646: ...Application Example DHCP Policies Page 20 30 ...
Page 660: ...GMAP Page 21 14 ...
Page 710: ...Viewing the Virtual Interface of Multicast VLANs Page 23 16 ...
Page 722: ...Application Example 5 Page 24 12 ...
Page 788: ...Viewing UDP Relay Statistics Page 26 24 ...
Page 872: ...The WAN Port Software Menu Page 28 46 ...
Page 960: ...Deleting a PPP Entity Page 30 22 ...
Page 978: ...Displaying Link Status Page 31 18 ...
Page 988: ...Displaying ISDN Configuration Entry Status Page 32 10 ...
Page 1024: ...Backup Services Commands Page 34 14 ...
Page 1062: ...Diagnostic Test Cable Schematics Page 36 24 ...
Page 1072: ...Configuring a Switch with an MPX Page A 10 ...
Page 1086: ...Page B 14 ...
Page 1100: ...Page I 14 Index ...