User manual

What is Required to Use Nform?

4.0 WHAT IS REQUIRED TO USE NFORM?

Visit the Liebert Web site at http://nform.liebert.com for the latest product information. The Web site

always has the most detailed and up-to-date information on system requirements and Nform’s capa-

bilities.

4.1 Connecting host computer and SNMP devices

SNMP communications allow you to take full advantage of Nform’s features. The host computer con-

nects to an SNMP-enabled device over a network. Information and management commands may be

passed over the Internet, a Local Area Network (LAN) or a Wide Area Network (WAN) via SNMP pro-

tocol and static IP addresses.

4.2 Requirements for Installing Nform

Before beginning installation, review these requirements:

The prospective user must have:

• The Nform software (Visit the Liebert Web site at http://nform.liebert.com or contact your local Lie-

bert representative, value-added reseller, or distributor for information.)

• This manual (downloadable from the Liebert Web site)

• A computer with Microsoft

Windows

NT, 2000, XP or 2003 Server

• A communications link between the SNMP device and the host computer: local network, Internet

or Intranet, utilizing SNMP protocol and static IP addresses

• Availability of IP Port 162 for receiving traps

• TCP/IP connectivity throughout the network

NOTE

Check with your System Administrator about the need to disable certain

network or virus protection software.