4.1 CWMP Overview
CWMP defines a communication mechanism between CPEs and ACSs, and allows an ACS to
manage CPEs in a uniform manner.
Introduction to CWMP
The CPE WAN Management Protocol (CWMP) is drafted by the Digital Subscriber's Line (DSL)
forum. It is also called TR-069 standard. CWMP is applicable to DSL networks. On a DSL
network, device management is difficult because there are many user-side devices distributed
at different locations. CWMP defines that the customer premises equipment (CPE) is remotely
managed by an auto-configuration server (ACS). CWMP facilitates CPE management, reduces
maintenance and operation costs, and improves troubleshooting efficiency.
CWMP Network Model
shows the CWMP network model.
Figure 4-1
CWMP network model
IP Network
CPE
ACS
DNS Server
DHCP Server
A CWMP network model consists of:
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ACS: manages and maintains CPEs on the network.
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CPE: managed by the ACS.
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DNS server: defines that an ACS and a CPE use URL to identify and access each other.
DNS resolves the URL.
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DHCP server: assigns IP addresses to ACSs and CPEs, and sets parameters for CPEs by
using the Options field in DHCP packets.
NOTE
The AR150/200 functions as a CPE.
4.2 CWMP Features Supported by the AR150/200
The AR150/200 functions as a CPE. The ACS requires a connection to the CPE in order to
manage it. During connection setup, the CPE or ACS needs to be authenticated. The connection
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