Alcatel OmniPCX Enterprise

IRAD
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Chapter 1
Overview

 Overview .................................................................................................... 1.1

Chapter 2
Detailed description

 Establishment of a B Channel ........................................................... 2.1

 Establishing the PPP Link ................................................................... 2.1
 Sending an IP Packet to the PCX ..................................................... 2.2
 PCX Answer ............................................................................................. 2.2
 Connection of a PC Installer .............................................................. 2.3

Reminder: NAT Conversion ................................................................ 2.4

Chapter 3
Installation procedure

 Overview .................................................................................................... 3.1

 Connections ............................................................................................. 3.2

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Chapter 4
Configuration procedure

 Initial Configuration ............................................................................... 4.1

 PCX Configuration ................................................................................. 4.1
 Board Configuration .................................................................................... 4.1
 Trunk Group Configuration ........................................................................ 4.1
 Prefix Configuration .................................................................................... 4.2
 IRAD Management ................................................................................. 4.2
 Loggin ........................................................................................................... 4.2
 ISDN Configuration ..................................................................................... 4.3
 PPP Configuration ....................................................................................... 4.4
 Authentication Configuration ..................................................................... 4.5
 Nat in Configuration .................................................................................... 4.6

Nat out Configuration .................................................................................. 4.7
 Firewall Configuration ................................................................................. 4.8
 Information ................................................................................................... 4.9
 Routing Configuration ......................................................................... 4.10

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1.1 Overview
The IRAD service is used by an Alcatel 4760 type management station to communicate with
remote PCXs using channels B of the public network.
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Figure 1.1: Example of Alcatel 4760 to PCX Communication
1. The 4760 server establishes a telephone communication with IRAD board via the host
PCX (PCX1)
2. The 4760 server connects to the client local IP network using PPP
3. The 4760 server can communicate with each PCX via the client IP network.
PPP allows the 4760 server to aggregate 1 to 5 B channels:
- To communicate with several PCXs,
- To use several channels B to communicate with the same PCX. The bit rate is then
increased and this will help downloading the software patch.
Caution: The IRAD feature is available as of R6.2 under PCS (Process Customer Services) control.





   
    

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2.1 Establishment of a B Channel

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Figure 2.1: B Channel Establishment Steps
1. The 4760 server wants to connect to the client network PCX2. It has:
• The client network IRAD telephone number (0155 66 76 00)
• The number of B channels requested
The 4760 server calls the client IRAD number (01 55 66 76 00).
Note 1: An IRAD link is always initiated by the 4760 server.
2. The public network routes this call. The number called is a DID number. The public
network transmits the called party number (7600).
3. The host PCX performs a DID conversion (7600 -> 6600). The called party number (6600)
corresponds to a routing prefix to the trunk group leading to the IRAD board.
Note 2: The IRAD board is seen as a separate ABC network reached via a trunk group.
4. The call is connected to the IRAD board and Channel B is established.
The IRAD board is designed to allow 5 users of IRAD calls. These called party calling
numbers are always xxx0, xxx1, xxx2, xxx3 and xxx4.
If the number requested is busy, the call fails. The 4760 server has to retry, using another
IRAD user.

2.2 Establishing the PPP Link

Once a Channel B is established, the 4760 server will establish a PPP link. This link is
established on behalf of a called party known to the IRAD board. A password is required.
Transferring the user name and password is secured by the CHAP protocol (Challenge
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2.3 Sending an IP Packet to the PCX

When the PPP link is established, the 4760 server can send IP packets to a PCX.
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Figure 2.2: Routing an IP Packet to a PCX
1. The 4760 server sends a message to PCX2. This messages contains:
• The public IP address of the known called party in the 4760 server database
• The 4760 server PPP IP address
2. The called party address is converted by the NAT in table: Public -> Private (see §
Reminder: NAT Conversion ).
3. The converted IP message is then sent to the local network. The called party address
corresponds to PCX2. PCX2 receives the message.
Note: PCX polling is always initiated by the 4760 server. In this case, the 4760 server behaves as a PCX
client.

2.4 PCX Answer

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Figure 2.3: Routing a PCX Answer
1. When the PCX answers a request, it builds up an IP message by reversing calling party
and called party addresses.
A static route set up in the PCX is used to route this message to the IRAD board.
2. The IRAD converts the calling party address using the NAT in table: Private -> Public.
3. The IRAD retrieves the PPP link that connects to the 4760 server. It transmits the IP
message over this link.

2.5 Connection of a PC Installer

The PC installer software can be used to remotely install software patches. It can be located
either on the 4760 server itself or on another PC, in the management network, hosting a 4760
client.
When PC Installer is running on the 4760 server, the exchange of IP packets works as
presented previously ( § Sending an IP Packet to the PCX and § PCX Answer ).
When PC Installer is running on a 4760 client, the 4760 server acts as a gateway. The IP
packets reaching the 4760 server are modified according to the NAT out table configured on
the IRAD board. The private Calling Address is changed into the corresponding public Calling
Address.
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Figure 2.4: PC Installer Access

2.6 Reminder: NAT Conversion

NAT (Network Address Translation) conversion is used to protect local IP addresses over the
public telephone network.
The IRAD performs a static NAT conversion.
Each entry of the NAT in table corresponds to an accessible PCX.
Each entry of the NAT out table corresponds to a 4760 client hosting the PC Installer software.
The NAT out table is only available for the first called number declared in the IRAD board.

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3.1 Overview
The IRAD board allows connection of a 4760 management console to the local IP network.

It comprises:
1. Two RJ45 connectors, named:
• LAN: to connect to the local IP network.
• CONFIG: to connect to the local VT100 console.
2. A series of LEDs, as shown below:

LED function:
LED Meaning
HDD Not used.
BUSY B Channel Status:
• Off: no B channel used
• On: at least one B channel
used
POWER ON/OFF:
• Green: IRAD ready
• Red flahing: IRAD shutdown
running
• Red: IRAD out of service





   
    

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LED Meaning
LAN LAN Activity Status:
• Off: LAN connection out of
service.
• On or Flashing: LAN
connection ready or working
APP1 IRAD Application Status:
• Off or On: IRAD application
stopped
• Flashing 1s/1s: IRAD
application on service
APP2 Telephone Application Status:
• Off: telephone link out of
service
• On: telephone link OK

3.2 Connections
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The configuration console, used for the initial configuration, must be connected with the
following configuration:
- Speed: 9600 bd/s
- DATA Bit: 8
- Parity: None
- Stop bit: 1
- Flow control: hardware

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4.1 Initial Configuration

The initial configuration is performed by the maintenance console connected to the Config
connector on the IRAD board.
1. Connect a VT100 console to the Config connector
2. Set the ON/OFF button to ON
3. Wait for the prompt and log as root without password.
4. Define passwords for the root and iradconf accounts:
Command: passwd [name] where name is the user name
5. Define the IRAD IP address:
Command: ifconfig eth0 <ip address> netmask <netmask address> [gw <gateway>].
For example: ifconfig eth0 192.40.242.85 netmask 255.255.255.0.
Check it with: ifconfig eth0

4.2 PCX Configuration

To configure the IRAD service:
1. Declare the IRAD board
2. Declare a trunk group with its digital access
3. Define a routing prefix
4. Manage DID translation (see: module Numbering conversion - Overview )

4.2.1 Board Configuration

To configure an IRAD board:
1. Select: Board
2. Review/modify the following attributes:
Shelf Address Enter the shelf address (for example: 8)
Board Address Enter the board address (for example: 2)
Interface Type Select: MG-PRA E1
IRAD Select: Yes
Keep the default value for other parameters.
3. Confirm your entries

4.2.2 Trunk Group Configuration

1. Select: Trunk Groups





   
    

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2. Complete the following attributes:

Trunk Group ID Enter the Trunk Group ID (for example:
183)
Trunk Group Type Select: T2
Trunk Group Name Enter the Trunk Group name (for example:
iradvall18)
Remote Network Enter the number of the remote network
(for example: 15)
Keep the default value for other parameters.
3. Go down to the Access submenu of the Trunk Group declared previously (in this example
the ID is: 183)
4. Review/modify the following attributes:
Physical Address Enter the IRAD address board (for
example: 8-2-0)
Access Type Select: T2
Address Cluster ID Enter -1
Time Slots T2 01111111111111110111111111111111

5. Confirm your entries

4.2.3 Prefix Configuration

1. Select Translator > Prefix Plan
2. Review/modify the following attributes:
Number Enter the first digits of the number to route.
For example: 660.
Prefix Meaning Select: Routing No.
Network Number Enter the number of the Network Number
(for example: 15)
Node Number/ABC-F Trunk Group Enter the number the trunk group to be
used (for example: 183)
Keep the default value for other parameters.
The dialled numbers beginning with 660 are routed through the trunk group 183 (IRAD
trunk group).
3. Confirm your entries

4.3 IRAD Management

The IRAD parameter configuration is performed via a Web browser connected to the IRAD IP
address.

4.3.1 Loggin

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Management must be performed using the iradconf account.

Enter the iradconf account password.

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In the Call number field, enter the IRAD call number. This number is the IRAD service calling
number in the PCX where it has been configured. This number shall imperatively end with 0.
In the Caller ID field, enter the numbers of the calling parties authorized to connect to the
IRAD service.
Select the type of check to be performed:
- None: No check is performed
- Normal: The calling party number must be provided by the network and correspond to one
of the numbers registered.
- Strict: The Normal check is performed. In addition, the IRAD checks the byte 3a of the
Q.931 protocol:
• When the Calling Number Origin field is Network, the call is accepted,
• When the Calling Number Origin field is User, the call is accepted only when the field
Verify is set to Yes.

4.3.3 PPP Configuration

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For each Call num, define the Local IP and Remote IP addresses. These addresses must be
selected in a specific sub-network for each IRAD board to avoid conflicts when a 4760 server
is connected to several customer sites simultaneously.
Check the option Enable to make each Call num available.

4.3.4 Authentication Configuration





   
    

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Define a User name and Password for each user. The Remove, Add user and Apply
buttons are used to add or delete a user.

4.3.5 Nat in Configuration

Nat in configuration is used to convert PCX addresses of the local network.

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Enter the public and private address of each PCX.

Public: Enter the PCX address seen from the management network(s) (4760 server).
Private: enter the actual PCX address in the local network.

4.3.6 Nat out Configuration

Nat out configuration is used to convert management station addresses.





   
    

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Enter the public and private address of each station.

Public: Enter the station address seen from the PCX local network. These addresses can be
selected freely, provided that the corresponding addresses be unique within the local network.
Private: Enter the actual address of the management station in the remote network.
Enable: Check this option to make this destination available.

4.3.7 Firewall Configuration

The firewall is used to restrict the access to PCXs with a predefined address.

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Use firewall: Check this option to enable the firewall

Allowed Address: Enter the authorized PCX addresses

4.3.8 Information





   
    

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This screen shows IRAD status information such as:

- Configuration summary
- Routing tables
- Software releases

4.4 Routing Configuration

For each PCX that can be reached via IRAD, define static routes ( Refer: module netadmin -
Operation § Static Routes ). These routes allow IP messages to be routed to the IRAD board.

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