User manual

User Manual
Overview
Page 1-16 (Rev. 2.0 /August 2005)
1.6. M
ANAGEMENT
1.6.1. Local Management
The IRD-2900 supports local management using the front-panel or a PC terminal
control.
1.6.1.1. Front Panel Control
The IRD-2900 front panel provides an easy to use graphical display with a large
LCD screen and intuitive control.
1.6.1.2. PC Terminal Control
The IRD-2900 supports PC terminal control from a standard PC terminal (over
RS-232 or RS-485). The terminal provides access to control and monitor
functions that are not available when using any IRD front panel features.
1.6.2. Remote Management
IRD-2900 supports remote management through NMS-4000, web-based control,
or Telnet.
1.6.2.1. NMS-4000 and Future NMS-7000
The NMS-4000 Network Management System enables management of the IRD-2900
via the transmission link. The NMS-4000 provides a menu and dialog-driven interface
from which control, modification, and upgrade operations can be performed on the
IRD.
1.6.2.2. Web Based Management
IRD-2900 supports web-based management. Managing IRD-2900 parameters
using web-based control is as easy as point-and-click.
1.6.2.3. Telnet
The IRD-2900 supports remote control throughout the Internet. The IRD can be
controlled and configured from a standard PC terminal (over Ethernet). The
terminal provides access to control and monitor functions that are not available
when using any IRD front panel features.