Setting the port speed reference – Lucent Technologies PortMaster User Manual
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Configuring a Synchronous WAN Port
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Configuring WAN Port Settings
Table 6-1 describes the four connection types available on synchronous ports.
Setting the Port Speed Reference
The port or line speed is set either by the external clock signal on the device to which 
the PortMaster is connected, or by the carrier. You can record this value as a reference 
associated with a synchronous port, but it has no effect on PortMaster behavior.
To record the port speed, use the following command:
Command> set W1 speed Speed
Table 6-1
Port and Network Types
Type Description
hardwired
Allows you to establish a dedicated network connection between two 
sites without modem dialing or authentication. In this mode, the port 
immediately begins running the specified protocol. If the port is set 
for a hardwired connection, it cannot be used for any other purpose. 
A hardwired connection must be used for a leased line or Frame 
Relay connection.
dialin
Allows the port to accept dial-in network connections, for use with 
switched 56Kbps or ISDN connections. The dial-in user is required to 
enter a username and password before the connection is established. 
Authorized users are managed through the user table described in 
Chapter 7, “Configuring Dial-In Users,” or through RADIUS.
PPP users wishing to authenticate with PAP or CHAP can start 
sending PPP packets. When the packets are received, the PortMaster 
automatically detects PPP and requests PAP or CHAP authentication.
dialout
Allows dial-out to establish connections with remote locations. 
Dial-out network destinations are managed through the location table 
described in Chapter 8, “Configuring Dial-Out Connections.” This 
network type can be used for ISDN and switched 56Kbps connections.
twoway
Allows the port to accept dial-in users and use dial-out locations. This 
network type can be used for ISDN and switched 56Kbps connections.
