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Hardware Requirements
- ACM/1600 hardware running software version 4.08-5 or later
-or-
ACM/400 hardware running software version 1.08-5 or later
-or-
ACM/100 hardware running software version 1.12A or later
- Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server software version 3.1 or later
-or-
Microsoft Windows NT (to host single session)
- Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server Remote Access Service
software (RAS) for Windows NT version 3.1 or Windows for Workgroups
version 3.11.
ACM Host and Modem adapters may be needed, depending on the model and
hardware version of your ACM. Refer to Table 1 later in this document to
determine your requirements.
Microsoft Windows NT Server Configuration
The MODEM.INF file supplied with the NT server software contains an entry
for SDI's ACM/400 hardware product. The section is labeled [SD ACM400 w/
AT&T 3820]. This entry is designed for use with an AT&T Comsphere 3820
modem.
If you want to use a different modem with your ACM device, the macro
definitions, such as <speaker_on>=M1, and the COMMAND_INIT= lines must be
changed to comply with the modems to be used with the ACM hardware.
(Although the section heading refers to the ACM/400 product, it can be used
for ACM/100 and ACM/1600 devices as well.)
The easiest way to customize the ACM entry for your particular modem is to
locate, within the MODEM.INF file, the section that refers to your modem
type, and copy and paste that section to the end of the MODEM.INF file.
Rename the section heading to reflect the ACM and modem type you're using.
The length of the section heading must be limited to 31 or fewer
characters, excluding the brackets.
If there is no entry for your specific modem, try to select from the list
of supported modems a model that matches yours as closely as possible. Make
your choice by comparing entries in the MODEM.INF file with commands for
your modem. Refer to your modem's documentation for a description of your
modem's commands. The documentation may also list compatible modems or
models that it can emulate. After you have selected the appropriate modem
and copied its settings to the end of the MODEM.INF file, rename the
section heading to reflect the ACM and modem type you're using. Again, do
not exceed 31 characters, excluding the brackets. (For more information on
making an unsupported modem work with RAS, refer to the RAS client software
Help file section titled "Modifying MODEM.INF.") Once that has been done,
adjust the following settings :
- Set the MAXCONNECTBPS parameter in the new [SD ACM] section of the
MODEM.INF file to equal the highest speed that is compatible with the
ACM hardware and modem being used. This will usually be 38400 or 19200
baud. For higher baud rates, consult Security Dynamics product support
first.
- Set Hardware Flow Control to ON (this is the default value). For
assistance, refer to "Setting Modem Features" in the RAS Help file.
For more information regarding the MODEM.INF file, refer to your Microsoft
Windows NT Advanced Server Remote Access Service manual.
Microsoft RAS Terminal Configuration
To prepare the client for Terminal mode:
- Access the Remote Access Phone Book, and select the entry you want to
connect to.
- Choose Edit.
- If the word "Advanced" appears in the button below the Cancel button,
choose the Advanced button; otherwise, proceed with step 4.
- If you are using a Windows for Workgroups version 3.11 or Windows NT
version 3.1 client, choose the Switch button. If you are using a Windows
NT version 3.5 client, choose the Security button.
- If you are using a Windows for Workgroups version 3.11 or Windows NT
version 3.1 client, select Terminal in the Post-connect Script field. If
you are using a Windows NT version 3.5 client, select Terminal in the
After Dialing field.
- Choose OK.
Connecting to the Remote Access server:
- In the Remote Access Phone Book, select the entry you want to connect
to.
- Choose Dial. When prompted, type your user name, password, and domain
name, and then choose OK.
- Type your PIN and CARDCODE in the Enter PASSCODE field of the Terminal
screen, and then press ENTER.
The ACM will indicate that your PASSCODE has been accepted when the
cursor drops down to the next line on the Terminal screen. If a
connection message has been defined within the ACM, then it will be
displayed.
- Choose Done.
Authentication on the Remote Access server will begin.
ACM Hardware Configuration
Channel Settings:
Baud Rate: 38.4k, 19.2k, 9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, or 300.
Configure the ACM channel baud rate to match the MAXCONNECTBPS
parameter in the Windows NT server MODEM.INF file's [SD ACM400]
section. This would normally be 19200 or 38400 baud.
Data Bits: 7 or 8 to match NT Server (default=8)
Stop Bits: No setting required
Parity: None, Even, Odd, Mark, or Space to match Windows NT
Server. (default=none)
Protocol: DCD at modem and DCD at Host. (d-d) (default)
Host Command Mode: N (default)
Dialout: Y (enabled)
NOTE: For the dialout option to function properly, your ACM hardware
may require Host and Modem adapters to be attached to each port of
your ACM. Various revisions of the ACM hardware exist, requiring
different models of these adapters. Refer to table 1 to determine
your needs.
Cabling Issues
In order for the ACM to function properly, it is very important that the
cables used to connect devices to the ACM hardware are properly configured.
The cables should include at least the following pins: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
8, 20, and 22. The Dialout option, in particular, is reliant on pin 22
(Ring Indicator) to function properly. The cable connecting the modem to
the ACM's DTE port MUST support pin 22 or the Dialout function will not
operate properly. When the Ring Indicator connection protocol is selected,
the cable connecting the ACM on either the modem or host side of the ACM
will require pin 22, depending on the particular setting selected.
If you have any questions regarding the contents or use of this document,
please call Security Dynamics Customer Support Department at (617) 876-
9640.
Table 1 - Dialout Adapter Requirements by Hardware Type / Serial Number
ACM Rev. Serial No. Range Adapter(s)
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100 ALL No adapters required
400 A 4000 - 4499 AG15 (DCE) / Host Adapter 1
JB15 (DTE) / Modem Adapter
400 B 4500 - 4629 AG11 / Host Adapter -3
Modem adapter not required
400 C 4630 + No adapters required
1600 0 - 6 1000 - 1799 AG15 / Host Adapter -1
+2000-2003 JB15 / Modem Adapter
1600 7 1800 - 1899 AG24 / Host Adapter -2
1600 8 1900 - 1949 AG11 / Host Adapter -3
1600 9 2050 + No adapters required
These adapters are available free of charge on request from Security
Dynamics. Determine the adapter(s) you require according to the model and
serial number of your ACM. Call Security Dynamics Customer Support
Department at (617) 876-9640.
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