Eicon Networks 1530 - Manual (Page 7)

Introduction 7
Overview
Thank you for purchasing the Eicon 1530 WAN Router.
The Eicon 1530 is an intelligent Ethernet-to-WAN router that supports PPP, Frame Relay, and
X.25 protocols. The Eicon 1530’s VHSI port can transfer data at speeds from 2400 bps to
2048 kbps, depending on the interface used.
Hardware Features
The Eicon 1530 features a 36-pin VHSI (Very High Speed Interface) port, that supports both
V.24 and V.35 interfaces. The intelligent controller on the Eicon 1530 detects the type of cable
connected to the VHSI port and the actual board configuration, and will then select the
matching interface.
The Eicon 1530 can be used on a LAN and can also be used as a DHCP server. You can also
connect the Eicon 1530 directly to a single computer (crossover cable required, sold
separately).
Upgradable Firmware
The Eicon 1530’s firmware (a set of software instructions that tells the device how to operate)
is stored in flash memory on the device. This makes it easy to upgrade the firmware when new
versions become available.
Ease of Use
Changing settings is a straight-forward process, as parameters are accessed via a web browser.
You can also make changes using the command line interface, which is accessed using a telnet
application or programs such as HyperTerminal, through the Ethernet connection.
About this Guide
This guide describes how to install and configure the Eicon 1530 on any computer capable of
support an Ethernet card and TCP/IP. The installation instructions compliment those found in
the Quickstart Guide, which is also included with your package. This guide also describes how
to make changes to certain features.
Note: This guide does not describe how to configure the device for any one particular networking situation.
For information on what any particular setting should be, consult your network administrator.
For instructions on setting up communications protocols and using applications that access the
external network, consult the documentation provided with your software.