Planning the installation
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3 • SmartNode installation
Planning the installation
Before installing the SmartNode, the following tasks should be completed:
•
Create a network diagram
(see section
“Network information”
on page 24)
•
Gather IP related information
(see section
“Connect the cables in the following order:”
on page 26 for
more information)
•
Install the hardware and software needed to configure the SmartNode
. (See section
“Software tools”
on
page 25)
•
Verify power source reliability
(see section
“Power source”
on page 25).
After you have finished preparing for SmartNode installation, go to section
“Installing the SmartNode”
on
page 26 to install the device.
Site log
Patton recommends that you maintain a site log to record all actions relevant to the system, if you do not
already keep such a log. Site log entries should include information such as listed in
table 8
.
Network information
Network connection considerations that you should take into account for planning are provided for several
types of network interfaces are described in the following sections.
Network Diagram
Draw a network overview diagram that displays all neighboring IP nodes, connected elements and
telephony components.
The mains outlet that is utilized to power the equipment
must be within 10 feet (3 meters) of the device and shall be
easily accessible.
Table 8. Sample site log entries
Entry
Description
Installation
Make a copy of the installation checklist and insert it into the site log
Upgrades and maintenance
Use the site log to record ongoing maintenance and expansion history
Configuration changes
Record all changes and the reasons for them
Maintenance
Schedules, requirements, and procedures performed
Comments
Notes, and problems
Software
Changes and updates to SmartWare software
