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About this guide
This guide describes the SmartNode 5531 Enterprise Session Border Controller (eSBC) and Integrated Access
Device (IAD) hardware, installation and basic configuration. For detailed software configuration information
refer to the
Trinity Software Configuration Guide
and the available
, as well as the
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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on page 14 provides information about eSBC/IAD features and capabilities
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on page 20 contains an overview describing eSBC/IAD operation and applications
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on page 23 provides quick start hardware installation procedures
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on page 29 provides quick-start procedures for configuring the SmartNode eSBC/IAD
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on page 34 contains information on contacting Patton technical support for assistance
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on page 37 contains compliance and regulatory information for the eSBC/IAD
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on page 40 contains specifications for the eSBC/IAD
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on page 46 provides cable recommendations
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on page 50 describes the eSBC/IAD’s ports and pin-outs
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on page 54 lists the factory configuration settings for SmartNode 5531
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on page 56 provides license information that describes acceptable usage of the software pro-
vided with the SmartNode 5531
For best results, read the contents of this guide
before
you install the eSBC/IAD.
