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Connecting a VT100 Terminal or PC to the CRAFT Port
Introduction
Total Access 850 shelf management and provisioning are facilitated by a series of intuitive menus that are
accessible on a computer screen. Connecting either a VT100 terminal or a PC emulating a VT100 terminal to
the RJ-45
CRAFT
port on the rear of the unit or the DB-9
CRAFT
interface on the RCU faceplate allows
access to the menus and management features of Total Access 850. This section specifies how to connect the
VT100 terminal or PC to the Total Access 850.
The front
CRAFT
interface for the Total Access 850 is located on the faceplate of the RCU and is a DB-9
connector. Access can also be made to the Total Access 850 from the back of the unit through the RJ-45
interface labeled
CRAFT
, located on the back of the unit. A special ADTRAN adapter is required for access
to this rear port.
Prerequisite Procedures
The Total Access 850 must be powered for terminal communication to function.
Tools and Materials Required
•
VT100 compatible terminal or computer with terminal emulation software. A VT100 emulation program
is provided with your shipment as part of the ADTRAN Utilities software suite.
•
Appropriate cable to connect terminal to the Total Access 850 (customer-provided)
•
DB-9 male to DB-9 female serviceable (customer-provided) for connecting to the RCU faceplate
CRAFT
port
•
DB-9 female to RJ-45 female adapter (ADTRAN proprietary) for connecting to the
CRAFT
port on the
rear of the unit.
To prevent electrical shock, do not install equipment in a wet location or during a
lightning storm.
Electronic modules can be damaged by static electrical discharge. Before handling
modules, put on an antistatic discharge wrist strap to prevent damage to electronic
components. Place modules in antistatic packing material when transporting or storing.
When working on modules, always place them on an approved antistatic mat that is
electrically grounded.
Summary of Contents for Total Access 850
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