Western Telematic CMS-16 manual

CMS-16 Console Ma nagement Switch Firmware Version 2.00 and Higher User's Guide 5 Sterling Irvine California 92618 (949) 586-9950 Toll Free: 1-800-854-7226 Fax: (949) 583-9514 http://www.wti.com[...]

Warnings and Cautions: No Serviceable Parts Inside; Authorized Service Personnel Only Do not attempt to repair or service this device yourself. Internal components must be serviced by authorized personnel only . Shock Hazard - Do Not Enter Choc Hasard - N'entrent Schocke Hazard - T est Nicht Betrete Otro Hazard - Do Non Entrano Nameplate Power[...]

Rack Mount Installation When installing this device in an instrument rack, the following factors must be accounted for: 1. Enclosed Racks: Enclosed racks must provide adequate ventilation. Make certain that the rack is not overly crowded and note that each unit in the rack generates its own heat. An enclosed rack should have louvered sides and a fa[...]

Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............................................. 1-1 2. Unit Description .......................................... 2-1 2.1. Front Panel .......................................... 2-1 2.2. Back Panel .......................................... 2-2 3. Getting Started ........................................... 3-1 3.1. [...]

7. Operation .............................................. 7-1 7.1. Any-to-Any Mode ...................................... 7-1 7.1.1. Port Connection and Disconnection ....................... 7-1 7.1.1.1. Connecting Ports ............................. 7-1 7.1.1.2. Disconnecting Ports ........................... 7-3 7.1.2. Defining Hunt Groups ....[...]

1. Introduction The CMS-16 Console Port Management Switch provides secure, in-band and/or out-of-band access to RS232 console ports and maintenance ports on UNIX servers, routers and other network equipment. System Administrators can access remote devices in order to change configuration parameters, connect users to restricted ports, collect buffer[...]

Typographic Conventions ^ (e.g. ^X ) Indicates a control character . For example, the text " ^X " (Control X) indicates the [Ctrl] key and the [X] key must be pressed simultaneously . COURIER FONT Indicates characters typed on the keyboard. For example, /E or /P 02 . [Bold Font] T ext set in bold face and enclosed in square brackets, indi[...]

2. Unit Description 2.1. Front Panel À CLEAR: Restarts the CMS operating program without changing user-selected parameter settings or breaking port connections. Á ON: Lights when AC Power is applied. Â SET: Used to Initialize the CMS to defaults specified by the SetUp Switches. T o initialize, press and hold both the SET and CLEAR buttons, relea[...]

2.2. Back Panel À Network Port: An RJ45 Ethernet port for connection to your TCP/IP network. T o communicate via network, you must first specify the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address as described in Section 5.5.4. Á Power Cable Receptacle  Power Switch à RS232 PORTS: For connection to console ports on target devices. Standard DB9 co[...]

3. Getting Started This section provides a brief overview of basic CMS capabilities, and describes simple tests that can be used to determine if the unit is operating properly . 3.1. Communication Parameters The Option Switches, located on the instrument back panel, select default operating settings. Switch functions are summarized in Section 4.2, [...]

3.3. System SetUp Ports In order to ensure access to important command functions, Ports 1 and 2 are designated as System SetUp Ports; the Supervisor Mode cannot be disabled at these ports. Ports 1 and 2 will always allow password protected access to all CMS command functions, even when the unit has been reset to the default state. Therefore, Ports [...]

3. The Port Status Screen will be displayed, followed by the "CMS>" prompt, indicating that you have successfully accessed the Command Mode. If the "CMS>" prompt is not displayed, this may indicate a communication problem. Check the following: a) Cable Connection: Check the connection between the CMS and the PC. Make certa[...]

b) Third Party Connection: Y our resident port (e.g. Port 1) issues a /C command to create a connection between two other ports. i. T o connect Port 2 to Port 3, type / C23 [Enter] . ii. While Ports 2 and 3 are connected, Port 1 will still recognize CMS commands. T ype /S [Enter] to display the Port Status Screen. The "ST A TUS" column sh[...]

4. Hardware Installation 4.1. Connecting Power to the CMS Unit The CMS is available in both AC and DC powered versions. When connecting AC or DC power to the CMS, proceed as follows: CAUTION: This device should only be operated with the type of power source indicated on the instrument nameplate. If you are not sure of the type of power service avai[...]

4.2. Configure Option Switches When the CMS is shipped from the factory , the Option Switches are configured for 9600 baud, 8 Bits-No Parity , R TS/CTS handshaking, verbose command response, and command echo ON (all switches Down). These settings are compatible with most applications. If the default settings are not compatible with your application[...]

4.2.2. Default Handshake (Sw4, Sw5) The default handshake format must match the format your control device will use when communicating with the CMS. Option Switches 4 and 5 can select R TS/CTS (hardware), XON/XOFF , Both or None. Switch Default Handshake 45 D D RTS/CTS * U D XON/XOFF D U Both U U None * = Factory Setting 4.2.3. Default Response Mes[...]

4.4. Connecting Devices to the CMS 1. Access the Command Mode. 2. Determine which port will be used for connection to the new device (e.g. Port 3). 3. Check Buffer: T ype /S [Enter] to display the Port Status Screen. Check the "Buffer Count" column, which lists the amount of data stored in the buffer for each port. a) If the Port Status S[...]

· Ports 5, 7, and 9 (User Ports): The Port Password “COLOCA TION1” has been assigned to these three ports. If the CMS is contacted via the Network Port or Modem Port, and this password is entered at log in, User ’ s will only be able to review status and connect to the devices attached to Ports 5, 7, and 9. · Ports 12, 14, and 16 (User Port[...]

5. Configuration 5.1. Access to the CMS Command Mode When the CMS Command Mode is active, commands can be invoked to select parameters, and connect or disconnect ports. Note: Command Mode cannot be accessed from a Buffer Mode Port, Passive Mode Port, or any port that is currently connected to another CMS port. 1. Start your communications program ([...]

5.2. System SetUp Ports As discussed previously in Section 3 of this User ’ s Guide, Ports 1 and 2 are designated as System SetUp Ports. Ports 1 and 2 will always permit password protected access to Supervisor Level command functions, even when the unit is reset to default parameters. In order to ensure that access to command functions is always [...]

After the Supervisor Password has been defined (via the System Parameters menu), the CMS will display a password prompt whenever you attempt to access the command mode. If the correct Supervisor Password is entered, the CMS command mode then starts up in Supervisor Mode. Supervisor Level commands are summarized in Section 10.3 of this User ’ s Gu[...]

5.4. Defining the Site ID and Supervisor Password Before configuring individual ports, the Site ID and Supervisor Password should be defined. The Site ID is used to denote the location or name of the CMS unit, and the Supervisor Password is used to restrict access to sensitive commands. Both the Site ID and Supervisor Password are defined via the S[...]

5.5. Port Configuration 5.5.1. Configuration Conventions When responding to prompts, invoking commands, and selecting items from the port configuration menus, note the following: · T o select an item from a Port Configuration menu, key in the number and press [Enter] . · T o clear an item in a Port Configuration menu, enter the number for the des[...]

5.5.2. Port Modes The CMS offers four dif ferent port operation modes; Any-to-Any Mode, Passive Mode, Buf fer Mode, and Modem Mode. The Port Modes function as follows: · Any-to-Any Mode: Allows communication between connected ports. Any-to-Any Mode Ports can be connected to other Any-to-Any Mode, Passive Mode, Buffer Mode, or Modem Mode Ports by a[...]

The Port Configuration menu offers the following options: 1. Port Name: (Up to 16 characters, Default = undefined). 2. Password: (Up to 16 characters) Defines the Port Password for this port. Note that identical Port Passwords are generally assigned to several ports. When this password is entered at the login prompt, the user will then have access [...]

7. Port Mode: Defines the operation mode for this port. Note that Ports 1 and 2 cannot be configured for Passive Mode or Buffer Mode. (Default = Any-to-Any Mode). When Any-to-Any , Passive, or Buffer Mode is selected, the unit will display the DTR Output prompt (Figure 5.1). This prompt is not displayed when Modem Mode is selected. 74. DTR Output: [...]

8. Supervisor Mode: Permits or denies port access to Supervisor Mode. When enabled (Permit), and the valid Supervisor Password is entered, the port will be allowed to invoke Supervisor Level commands. If disabled (Deny), the port may not enter Supervisor Mode, even when the Supervisor Password is entered. (Default = Permit). 9. Logoff Character: De[...]

11 . Timeout Disconnect: Enables and selects the T imeout Period for this port. If enabled, and the port does not receive or transmit data for the specified T imeout Period, the port will disconnect. When the port is set for Any-to-Any Mode, Passive Mode, or Buffer Mode, the default setting for this item is “OFF”. When the port is set for Modem[...]

5.5.4. Network Port Configuration Menu In order to communicate with the CMS via network, the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address must first be defined using the Network Parameters Menu. If desired, this menu also allows you to implement IP Security features, which can restrict access based on the user ’ s IP Address. Settings for network[...]

The Network Parameters menu offers the following options: 1. IP Address: Defines the IP Address for the CMS unit. T ype 1 press [Enter] , and follow the instructions in the submenu. (Default = undefined). 2. Subnet Mask: Defines the Subnet Mask for the CMS unit. T ype 2 press [Enter] , and follow the instructions in the submenu. (Default = undefine[...]

13. Sequence Disconnect: Enables/Disables and configures the Resident Disconnect command. This prompt offers the option to either disable the Sequence Disconnect, select a three character format, or a one character format. (Default = Three Characters). Note the following: • When a Resident Connection is initiated, the CMS will send a message whic[...]

5.5.5. Implementing IP Security The CMS can be configured to restrict unauthorized IP addresses from T elneting to the unit. This allows the user to grant T elnet access to only a specific group of IP addresses, or block a particular IP address from gaining access. In the default state, the CMS accepts incoming IP connections from all hosts. T o co[...]

Example 1: Deny access to all hosts except 192.1.1.5: Security Mask #1: 255.255.255.255 Mask #1 Action: Deny Security Mask #2: 192.1.1.5 Mask #2 Action: Permit Since 255 is a wild card, Mask #1 blocks all IP Addresses. Mask #2 then specifically grants access to 192.1.1.5 only . Example 2: Allow access only by addresses that begin with 192: Security[...]

5.6. Copying Parameters to All Ports The /CP command (Copy Port Parameters) provides a convenient means for selecting similar parameters for all CMS RS-232 ports. When the /CP command is invoked, the unit will display a menu which allows you to select port communication parameters, and then copy them to all CMS RS-232 ports. The Copy Port Parameter[...]

T o select common parameters for all CMS RS-232 ports, proceed as follows: 1. Access the CMS command mode. If the password prompt is displayed, key in your Supervisor Level Password. 2. At the command prompt, type /CP and press [Enter] , the menu shown in Figure 5.5 will be displayed. 3. Selecting Parameters: T o select parameters to be copied, key[...]

6. The Status Screens The CMS Status Screens display the connection status and communication parameters for the sixteen RS-232 ports and the Network Port. There are four different types of status screens; The Port Status Screen (/S), the Port Diagnostics Screen (/SD), the Network Status Screen (/SN), and the Port Parameters Screens (/W). 6.1. The P[...]

As shown in Figure 6.1, The Port Status Screen lists the following items: · Name: The user-defined name for each port. · Password: The user-defined password for each port. Note that actual passwords are not displayed; this column will read either “undefined” or “defined”. T o display Port Passwords, type /SP [Enter] (Supervisor Mode Only)[...]

6.2. The Port Diagnostics Screen (/SD) The Port Diagnostics Screen provides more detailed information about each port, including the port name and communication parameters. T o display the Port Diagnostics Screen, access the command mode and type /SD [Enter] , the screen will appear as shown in Figure 6.2. Like the Port Status Screen, the Port Diag[...]

· Baud: The baud rate selected for each port. · COM: The Data Bits, Parity , and Stop Bits selected for each port. For example, “8N1” indicates Eight data bits, No parity , and One stop bit. · HS: The handshaking (flow control) mode for each port. · Mode: The user-selected Port Mode. This column will read Any (Any-to-Any), Modem, Passive, o[...]

6.4. The Port Parameters Screens (/W) The /W command displays more detailed information about an individual CMS port. Rather than listing connection information for all ports like the Port Status Screens, the Port Parameters screen lists all defined parameters for a specific port. The /W command is available in both Supervisor Mode and Port (User) [...]

The /W command uses the following format: /W[P] xx [Enter] Where: P Is the command option to display port passwords. Note that when this option is included (e.g. /WP 5 ), the Port Parameters Screen will display the Port Password, if defined. (Supervisor Mode Only). xx is the desired port number . If the letter “N” is entered in place of a port [...]

7. Operation 7.1. Any-to-Any Mode Any-to-Any Mode Ports can be connected to other Any-to-Any , Passive, Buffer , or Modem Mode Ports by accessing Command Mode and issuing the /C Command. All ports can be configured for the Any-to-Any Mode. Note that the Network Port is always configured for Any-to-Any Mode. 7.1.1. Port Connection and Disconnection [...]

T o Connect ports, proceed as follows: 1. Access the Command Mode. If the Password Prompt is displayed, enter your Supervisor or Port Password. 2. Invoke the /C command to connect the desired ports. a) Resident Connect: T o connect your resident port to another port, type /C xx [Enter] . Where xx is the number or name of the port you want to connec[...]

7.1.1.2. Disconnecting Ports There are three different methods for disconnecting ports, the Resident Disconnect, the Third Party Disconnect, and the No Activity T imeout. Providing the T imeout feature is enabled, a No Activity T imeout will disconnect resident ports or third party ports. Note: Option 74 in the Port Parameters Menu determines how t[...]

3. No Activity Timeout: Providing the T imeout feature is enabled at either connected port, the No Activity T imeout can disconnect Resident Ports, or Third Party Ports. a) RS232 Ports: T o configure the Timeout Feature for the RS232 Ports, invoke the /P command to display the Port Configuration Menu for the desired port as described in Section 5.5[...]

Hunt Group port names must be unique. Otherwise, ports with similar names will also be included in the Hunt Group. Hunt Group Example 1: 1. Ports 1 and 2 are Modem Mode ports, and modems are installed at both ports. Port 1 is named "MODEM1" and Port 2 is named "MODEM2". 2. Y our resident port is Port 4. T o connect to the first [...]

7.3.1. Reading Data from Buffer Mode Ports T o retrieve data from Buffer Mode Ports, you must first determine which port buffers contain data. T o check port buffers for stored data, access the Command Mode and type /S [Enter] to display the Port Status Screen. T o retrieve data from buffer memory , go to a free Any-to-Any or Modem Mode Port, acces[...]

7.4. Modem Mode In addition to allowing data transfer , the Modem Mode also provides additional functions specifically related to modem communication. A Modem Mode Port can perform all functions normally available in Any-to-Any Mode. The Modem Mode is available to all CMS ports except the Network Port. When the Modem Mode is selected, the port conf[...]

8. Saving and Restoring Configuration Parameters After the CMS has been properly configured, parameters can be downloaded and saved as an ASCII text file. Later , if the configuration is accidentally altered, the file with the saved parameters can be uploaded to automatically reconfigure the unit without the need to manually assign each parameter .[...]

8.2. Restoring Saved Parameters This section describes the procedure for using ProComm to send stored parameters to the CMS. 1. Start your terminal emulation program and access the CMS Command Mode; if the password prompt is displayed, enter the Supervisor Password. 2. Configure your terminal emulation program to upload and ASCII text file. 3. Uplo[...]

9. Upgrading CMS Firmware When new , improved versions of the CMS operating firmware become available, the “Upgrade Firmware” function can be used to update the CMS unit. Updates can be uploaded via Setup Ports One and T wo, or via the Network Port. Note: All other ports will be disabled during the firmware upgrade procedure. 1. Obtain the upda[...]

6. Incomplete Upload: If the upload is interrupted, times-out, or if the file is corrupted during transfer , the CMS will display a screen which asks for user confirmation before proceeding. T o proceed, type 1 and press [Enter] , then return to Step 4 above. 7. Emergency Recovery: In the rare event that the CMS operating system becomes corrupted d[...]

10. Command Reference Guide 10.1. Command Conventions The commands described in this section conform to the following conventions: · Slash Character: Most CMS commands begin with the Slash Character ( / ). · Apply Command to All Ports: When the asterisk character is entered as the argument of the /D command (Disconnect Port), or the /E command (E[...]

10.2. Command Response When commands are sent to the CMS, the unit can respond with either verbose (English T ext) or terse messages (numeric / abbreviated). The default message type for all ports can be set to either terse or verbose using Option Switch Six. After the unit is installed and configured, the port configuration commands (/P and /N) ca[...]

10.3. Command Summary Command A vailability Function Command Syntax Supervisor User Exit Command Mode /X [Enter] XX Help Menu /H [Enter] XX Display Site ID /J [Enter] XX Display Port Status /S[P] [Enter] X ÊË X Ê Display Port Diagnostics /SD [Enter] X Ê X Ê Display Network Status /SN[P] [Enter] X Ì Display Port Parameters (Who) /W[P] [n] [Ent[...]

10.4. Command Set This Section provides more detailed information on all CMS commands, sorted alphabetically by name. [Enter] Enter Command Mode In order to set parameters or connect ports, you must first access the command mode as described in Section 5.1. When the Command Mode is inactive (port asleep), the port will only respond when the [Enter][...]

/C Connect Establishes a bi-directional connection between two ports. For more information and command line examples, please refer to Section 7.1. There are two different types of port connections: · Resident Connect: If the /C command specifies one port name or number , your resident port will be connected to the specified port. · Third Party Co[...]

/D Third Party Disconnect Invoke the /D command at your resident port to disconnect two other ports. The /D command cannot be used to disconnect your resident port. T o disconnect your resident port, issue the Resident Disconnect Sequence. A vailability: Supervisor Only Format: /D[/Y] <x> [x] [Enter] Where: /Y (Optional) suppresses the "[...]

/F Set System Parameters Displays a menu which is used to define the Site ID message and Supervisor Password. When the Supervisor Password is defined, the CMS will display a password prompt before allowing access to command mode. For more information, refer to Section 5.4. Note: Make certain to record your Supervisor Password for future reference. [...]

/N Set Network Port Parameters Displays a menu which is used to define communication parameters for the Network Port. Also allows access to the IP Security function, which can be used to restrict network access by unauthorized IP addresses. For more information on selecting network parameters, please refer to Section 5.5.4. A vailability: Superviso[...]

/SN Display Network Status Displays the Network Status Screen, which lists current conditions and parameters for the Network Port. For more information on the Network Status Screen, please refer to Section 6.3. A vailability: Supervisor Only Format: /SN[P] [Enter] When the "P" option is included (e.g. /SNP ), the Network Status Screen wil[...]

/W Display Port Parameters (Who) Displays configuration of an individual port, but does not allow the user to change parameters. Ports with User Level command capability cannot display parameters for other ports. Normally , the Port Parameters screen will not include the Port Password. Note however , that when the Supervisor Mode is active, the /WP[...]

A. RS232 Port Interface DCD and DTR hardware lines function as follows: 1. When connected: a) If either port is set for Modem Mode, the DTR output at either port reflects the DCD input at the other end. b) If neither port is set for Modem Mode, DTR output is held high (active). 2. When not connected: a) If the port is set for Modem Mode, upon disco[...]

B. Specifications RS232 Port Interface: 16 RS232 serial inputs use DB9 connectors configured as DTE ports. Network Interface: 10Base-T Ethernet, RJ45 Coding: Asynchronous, 7/8 bits ASCII. Parity: Even, Odd, None Stop Bits: 1o r2 . Data Rate: 300 to 1 15.2K bps (all standard rates). Flow Control: XON/XOFF , R TS/CTS, Both, or None. Timeout: No activ[...]

C. Customer Service Customer Service hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, PST , Monday through Friday . When calling, please be prepared to give the name and make of the unit, its serial number and a description of its symptoms. If the unit should need to be returned for factory repair it must be accompanied by a Return Authorization number from Cust[...]

Index A Accept Break ................... 5-10, 5-13 ACTIVITY Indicator ................... 2-1 Any-to-Any Mode ........... 5-6, 5-8, 7-1 to 7-4 Application Example ................... 4-4 Asterisk Character ................... 10-1 B Back Panel Components ................. 2-2 Baud Rate Default ......................... 4-2 Port ...................[...]

H Handshake ......................... 5-7 Default ......................... 4-3 Hang-Up String ...................... 5-8 Help Screen .................... 3-3, 10-7 Hunt Groups ........................ 7-4 I Initialization ..................... 2-1, 4-3 Initialization String (Modem) .............. 5-8 Installation .................... 4-1 to 4-4 In[...]

R RDY Indicator ...................... 2-1 Reset Network Port ................... 10-9 Reset String ........................ 5-8 Resident Connect ................. 7-1 to 7-2 Resident Disconnect ............. 5-9, 7-3, 10-4 Response Message Format ............... 5-10 Default ......................... 4-3 Response Messages ................... 10-2 [...]