Introduction
Software
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The MSS also implements basic Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP) functionality. SNMP commands enable users,
usually system administrators, to get information from and control
other nodes on a local area network (LAN), and respond to queries
from other network hosts. The MSS allows conÞguration of one
community name with read/write access.
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IPX/ SPX (NetWare)
The MSS provides IPX/SPX access to the serial device from
NetWare and any other IPX/SPX nodes. It allows users to
download system Þles from NetWare hosts and log into the MSS
via NetWare for remote conÞguration.
The MSS supports all four NetWare frame types: Ethernet v2,
Native mode, 802.2, and 802.2 SNAP.
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Local Area Transport (LAT)
LAT is a protocol developed by Digital Equipment Corporation
(DEC) for local network connections and is supported on most
DEC operating systems. The MSS provides logins to remote hosts
and host-initiated connections, as well as access to the MSS serial
port from LAT hosts.
1.3 Software
The CD-ROM shipped with the MSS contains operational software. It also
contains EZWebCon software which can be used to conÞgure the unit.
The MSS is equipped with Flash ROM, so it is not necessary to download
software each time the unit boots. Software must only be reloaded if there is a
problem with the Flash ROM, or if a new software version is released.
1.4 Configuration
Each MSS has a unique name and network address printed on its underside.
The name is based on the MSS Ethernet address and is referred to in the
manual as
MSS_xxxxxx
. The xxxxxx string represents the last six digits of the
MSS Ethernet address. Be sure to note the Ethernet address before
conÞguring the unit.
