Planning the installation
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Planning the installation
Before installing the gateway router device, the following tasks should be completed:
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Create a network diagram
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Gather IP related information
on page 21 for more information)
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Install the hardware and software needed to configure the SmartNode
. (See section
After you have finished preparing for gateway router installation, go to section
page 22 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 4.
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.
IP related information
Before you can set up the basic IP connectivity for your SmartNode 4970A you should have the following
information:
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IP addresses used for Ethernet port
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Subnet mask used for Ethernet port
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IP addresses and/or URL of SIP servers or Internet telephony services (if used)
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Login and password for SIP-based telephony services
Table 4. 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 Trinity software
