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About this guide
This guide describes installing and configuring a Patton Electronics Model 2960/2996 Remote Access Server
(RAS). By the time you are finished with this guide, your RAS will be receiving calls and transferring data. The
instructions in this guide are based on the following assumptions:
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The RAS will connect to a T1, E1, or PRI line
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Callers will dial-in and connect with a V.90/K56Flex/V.34 or ISDN modem using PPP
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There is a LAN connected to the Ethernet port of the RAS
Audience
This guide is intended for the following users:
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Operators
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Installers
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Maintenance technicians
Structure
This guide contains the following chapters and appendices:
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Chapter 1
describes the RAS
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Chapter 2
describes installing the RAS hardware
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Chapter 3
describes configuring the RAS for use
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Chapter 4
details how to power up and deactivate the RAS
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Chapter 5
contains troubleshooting and maintenance information
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Chapter 6
contains information on contacting Patton technical support for assistance
For best results, read the contents of this guide
before
you install the RAS.
