Introduction
MSS Features
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Ease of Use
The MSS4 has a simple but powerful command interface for both users and system managers. The
MSS Local mode supports command line editing and command line recall. An extensive
Help
facility
is included.
The EZWebCon utility (provided on the CD-ROM) allows you to configure the MSS from any host
machine running the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). It also allows remote host logins into the MSS,
which are similar to Telnet logins.
The Lantronix ThinWeb Manager, a set of HTML pages stored on the MSS, allows you to configure
server information via a JavaScript-enabled web browser. For more information, see
Web Browser
Login and Configuration
on page 3-5.
Remote Configuration
The MSS can be logged into and remotely configured via a network login, a Telnet login to the remote
console port, EZWebCon, or a web browser connection to the MSS’s internal HTTP server.
Context-Sensitive Help
Context-sensitive on-line help is available at any time. You may type
Help
by itself for overall help,
Help <command>
for help on a specific command, or a partial command line followed by a question
mark for help on what is appropriate at that point.
Note:
See the MSS Reference Manual for more information.
Reloadable Operating Software
The MSS stores its operating code in Flash ROM, which means that it does not have to download code
at boot time. If necessary, you can upgrade the MSS’s operating code to support additional features
as newer code becomes available. Also, you can configure the MSS to request a downloaded
configuration file at boot time.
Security
The MSS includes several configurable security features:
Automatic session logouts when a port is disconnected or a device is turned off.
Password protection for privileges, ports, services, maintenance commands, and the remote
console.
An IP security table, which allows the MSS manager to restrict incoming and outgoing TCP/IP
connections to certain ports and hosts. This allows managers to restrict MSS access to a particular
local network segment or host.
Diagnostics
Power-up and interactive diagnostics help system managers troubleshoot network and serial line
problems.
SDK Support
The MSS supports the Lantronix Software Developer Kit (SDK), which allows users to customize the
MSS and add functionality. For more information about the SDK, please contact Lantronix directly.
Note:
The SDK does not allow users to configure custom PC card support.