2
D
UAL
56K LAN M
ODEM
F
UNCTIONALITY
D
ESCRIPTION
This chapter explains the Dual 56K LAN Modem’s key functionality for users who
wish to gain a fuller understanding of the LAN Modem before attempting to
install and configure the unit. The following topics are covered:
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LAN Side Connectivity: Installing an Ethernet Hub
■
Wan Side: The Two 56K Modems
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Using the Modem Channels
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Dial-in Functionality
■
Understanding Multilink PPP and Other Line Usage Options
■
The Virtual FAX Modem (Windows 95, 98, NT, and 2000)
■
Support for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
For a basic understanding of modems and networking, refer to the Networking
Primer in Appendix A.
LAN Side Connectivity:
Installing an Ethernet
Hub
On the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the Dual 56K LAN Modem, you can
connect up to four computers and/or printers directly to the unit’s built-in Ethernet
hub. This allows you to create a LAN and enable file-, application-, and
printer-sharing among the attached devices. By connecting an external hub (not
included) to one of the four LAN ports, you can increase the number of users to a
total of 25. An example of a ten-workstation connection is shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7
Dual 56K LAN Modem Ten Workstation Connection Example.
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Dual 56K LAN Modem
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Ethernet Hub 8
Alert
Power
Message
RD
AA
CD
SD
OH
RD
AA
CD
SD
OH
OfficeConnect Dual 56k LAN Modem
1
TX
COLL
2
3
4
LAN Status
MODEM 2
MODEM 1
Alert
PWR
COLL
PKT
COAX
1
2
3
4
green = link OK, off = link fail, yellow = partition
Port Status
5
6
7
8
1% 2% 3% 6% 12% 25% 50% 80%
Network Utilization
Summary of Contents for U.S. Robotics 56K Voice
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Page 58: ...58 CHAPTER 5 CONFIGURING THE DUAL 56K LAN MODEM FOR INTERNET ACCESS...
Page 124: ...124 CHAPTER 9 PLACING RECEIVING AND DISCONNECTING CALLS...
Page 136: ...136 CHAPTER 10 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE...
Page 146: ...146 APPENDIX A NETWORKING PRIMER...
Page 154: ...154 APPENDIX D FACTORY DEFAULTS...
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