Instruction manual

DLP-1 Connecting the Terminal or PC to the ADMIN or CRAFT Port

Introduction

This section describes how to connect a VT100 terminal or PC to the ATLAS 800 Series System.

Shelf management and provisioning for the ATLAS 800 Series System is facilitated by a series of intuitive

menus that are viewable on a computer screen. To access to the menus and management features of the

ATLAS 800 Series System, connect the ATLAS either to a VT100 terminal or to a PC emulating a VT100

terminal. Make the connection using one of the following ports:

ATLAS 830

ADMIN port (DB-9 connector) located on the rear of the unit.

RAFT interface (DB-9 connector) located on the unit faceplate.

ATLAS 890

ADMIN port (RJ-45 connector) located in the middle of the System Controller module.

Prerequisite Procedures

The ATLAS 800 Series System must be powered up for terminal communication to function.

Tools and Materials Required

• Data cable to connect a VT100 terminal or a PC configured as a VT100 terminal.

• VT100 terminal, or PC configured as a VT100 terminal.

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,

wear 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.