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6 CommPlete 4000 Communications Server User Guide
Chapter 1 - System Overview
RASExpress
The CommPlete 4000 is equipped with factory installed RAS Express, an advanced remote access
software that enables network managers to configure and manage remote servers via web browsers,
through Telnet over an IP network, and via a GUI manager over both IP and IPX networks. Through
an a special software package bundled with the CommPlete 4000, RAS
Express can also be
interfaced to standard Radius Authentication functionality (which resides on a separate PC). Radius
Authentication ensures security against unauthorized server access, and includes an integrated
Telnet server and Client. Built-in R log protocol support permits remote log-in to all hosts on the
network and RAS
Express can facilitate remote software upgrades via standard TFTP protocol.
Ethernet Concentrator
Printer
EtherNet
LAN
Terminals
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File
Server Print
Server
RASExpress
Software
Dial-Up
Lines
ISI5634PCI/8
Intelligent Serial
Interface Cards
ISI5634PCI/8
ISI5634PCI/8
ISI5634PCI/8
CommPlete 4000
Single Processor
Data Communications Server
SBC
Figure 1-2. Typical RASExpress Application
Additional noteworthy features include:
• Support for DHCP, a time saving feature that dynamically allocates IP addresses instead of
requiring network managers to allocate them manually
• Built-in SNMP agent enables third-party SNMP manager to administer the box
• Support of IP and IPX header compression and IP VJC header compression for increased
performance
• Call back support for Windows 95 client
• Remote Access Security on a per use basis for accessing IP only, IPX only, or both IP and IPX
• Keyboard or mouse operation
• Standard or User-defineable cover page
• Built-in web, telnet, and FTP access
Documentation Set Overview
The CommPlete 4000 documentation includes individual hardware and software manuals available
on the CD. Individual titles in your CommPlete 4000 documentation include the following:
• CommPlete 4000 Quick Start Guide
• System Overview and Chassis Manual
• Single Board Computer User Guide
• RAS Express User Guide
• RADIUS Server User Guide
• Serial Card documentation: ISI4608PCI, ISI4608UPCI, ISI5634PCI/8, ISI5634UPCI/8,
ISIHP-2S/2U/4S/4U/4SD