VMS v3.6.xVIPERSAT Management SystemUSER GUIDEPart Number MN/22156 Revision 3
iv VMS User GuideLoad switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2Bandwidth Allocation and Load Switching by the STDMA Controlle
VMS Network Configuration3-28 VMS User Guidetion and FEC Rate, can occur. Note, however, that Turbo mode should never be changed.To configure a roami
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-29VMS Network ConfigurationPool ManagementThe next step is to set up bandwidth pool(s) in the transponder(s) created
VMS Network Configuration3-30 VMS User GuideFigure 3-35 Create Pool dialog 3. The Center Frequency setting will reflect the Transponder frequency v
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-31VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-37 Resize Uplink Carrier, SubnetReturning to the Spectrum View, the blue shade
VMS Network Configuration3-32 VMS User Guide 7. From the Tree View, click on the Hub antenna under the Bandwidth Man-ager to display the Hub devices
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-33VMS Network Configurationmation received from the antenna ACU. An example of this type of network is depicted in f
VMS Network Configuration3-34 VMS User GuideFigure 3-42 Creating the Network 4. Drag and Drop the satellite(s) for this network from the Bandwidth
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-35VMS Network Configuration•From the Start menu, select Programs then VMS 3.6 followed by Vipersat Network Globe.A C
VMS Network Configuration3-36 VMS User Guidecorresponding to the mouse position appear in the upper left corner of the window as a reference.Figure 3
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-37VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-46 Map View with Linked SitesIn order to have the sites on the Map View indica
LoF vChapter 1 FiguresFigure 1-1 VMS ViperView display . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Figure 1-2 ViperView Client, Server (VOS) Relationship . . . . . .
VMS Network Configuration3-38 VMS User Guideswitch a terminal to its CIR. Requests for rates above the CIR are granted on a first-come, first-serve,
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-39VMS Network ConfigurationEnable CIR on the SatelliteRight-click on the Satellite appearance in the Tree View and s
VMS Network Configuration3-40 VMS User GuideFigure 3-49 Global CIR SettingThe Minimum Bit Rate setting on the Policy tab establishes the global CIR
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-41VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-50 Remote CIR SettingEnable CIR on Remote Antennas 1. Right-click on the Anten
VMS Network Configuration3-42 VMS User GuideSelecting CIR Normal will allow this Remote to access the Low Priority Bandwidth spectrum (see figure 3-4
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-43VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-53 Satellite CIR tabBecause the Remote CIR policies have been configured previ
VMS Network Configuration3-44 VMS User GuideN:M Device RedundancyIf device redundancy for hub primary modems is desired, it should be config-ured at
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-45VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-54 SOTM Transitioned Site 1. Open the Vipersat Map View and highlight the Netw
VMS Network Configuration3-46 VMS User GuideFigure 3-55 Enable Dynamic Function for SOTM Remote 3. Check the Dynamic box and select the browse butt
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-47VMS Network ConfigurationAt this point, the Remote site icon will snap to a location on the globe based on the GPS
vi VMS User GuideFigure 3-15 Create Transponder dialog . . . . . 3-16Figure 3-16 Create Antenna dialog . . . . . . . . 3-17Figure 3-17 Antenna V
VMS Network Configuration3-48 VMS User GuideFigure 3-57 Dynamic Routing Entry, CDM-570/570L 9. Push the new route to the modem with a Force Registr
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-49VMS Network Configurationcurrently active TDM outbound. Configure QOS rules for the remotes that use this modem as
VMS Network Configuration3-50 VMS User GuideThis concludes the VMS Network Configuration.
Chapter 4 - Configuring Network Modems 4-1CHAPTERCONFIGURING NETWORK MODEMSGeneralThis section describes using VMS to configure Vipersat network mod
General4-2 VMS User GuideFigure 4-1 Modem Equipment Drop-Down Menu, ViperView• Open – This item causes the selected modem/router to pop open a sepa
Chapter 4 - Configuring Network Modems 4-3GeneralHardware ConfigurationRefer to the user documentation for each modem/router in the satellite networ
Configuring a Network Modem4-4 VMS User GuideConfiguring a Network ModemA modem/router, when controlled by the VMS as part of a communications networ
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-1CHAPTERVMS SERVICESGeneralThis section covers using the various Services that make up the VMS, a satellite network manag
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-2 VMS User GuideViperView—Monitor and ControlViperView and the VMS Services function to monitor and control network op
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-3ViperView—Monitor and ControlFigure 5-2 ViperView, Multiple Window ViewsFor example, the Subnet Manager View shown in
LoF vii5-23Figure 5-30 Distribution List Window . . . . . . . 5-24Figure 5-31 Add Site Dialog, Search Network 5-24Figure 5-32 Add Site Dialog, S
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-4 VMS User GuideFigure 5-4 Antenna ViewNote: The Antenna View shows L-Band frequencies.Use the Event Log to stay cu
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-5ViperView—Monitor and ControlFigure 5-6 Spectrum ViewThe Parameter View, shown in figure 5-7, constantly supplies the
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-6 VMS User Guide• Unit EthernetRight-clicking on a unit icon in the tree view displays the drop-down menu shown in fig
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-7ViperView—Monitor and ControlGreen is used, as shown in figure 5-9, to show which sites, links, and equipment which are
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-8 VMS User GuideFigure 5-10 Drop-down menuRight-clicking on the Modulator and selecting Properties opens the tabbed
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-9ViperView—Monitor and ControlThe General tab displays the current name assigned to the modulator and allows renaming, if
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-10 VMS User GuideFigure 5-13 Event Log ViewEach log entry is displayed using the standard VMS color scheme:• Green –
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-11ViperView—Monitor and ControlClearSelecting Clear from the menu deletes all previously recorded events from the log.Twe
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-12 VMS User GuideFigure 5-16 Event Log Filter SelectionNote: Currently, there is a set of predefined filters availa
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-13ViperView—Monitor and ControlFigure 5-17 Event Log Dates tabThe parameters entered on the Filters and Dates tabs work
viii VMS User GuideFigure C-4 VMS Server Properties, General Tab. C-8Figure C-5 VMS Server Properties, Traps Tab . . C-10Figure C-6 Activate Com
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-14 VMS User GuideViewing/Setting Alarm MasksDemodulators that are typically being locked and unlocked, such as switche
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-15ViperView—Monitor and ControlUnlock Alarm MasksInBand modem device Mask Unlock Alarm flags mask and set park states eve
ViperView—Monitor and Control5-16 VMS User GuideFigure 5-20 Mask Unlock Alarm FlagCDM-570/570L, CDD-56XSLM-5650A
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-17VMS Service ManagersVMS Service ManagersWhen VMS is started on the server and ViperView is opened on the client worksta
VMS Service Managers5-18 VMS User GuideFigure 5-22 Vipersat Manager Network ViewThe health status of each unit in the Network View is indicated by
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-19VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-23 InBand Manager Properties CommandSelecting the Properties command displays the InBand
VMS Service Managers5-20 VMS User GuidePolicy TabFrom the InBand Manager Policy tab you can set the global policies under which switching will occur
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-21VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-25 Application Policy dialogUsing this dialog, you can establish policy parameters for T
VMS Service Managers5-22 VMS User GuideFigure 5-26 Revised Policy TabApplication policies can be modified by directly clicking on them and editing
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-23VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-28 InBand Manager, Distribution Lists tab 1. Right-click in the blank area of the Distri
LoF ixFigure D-33 Additional domain controller with domain name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .D-22Figure D-34 Directory and log folders
VMS Service Managers5-24 VMS User GuideFigure 5-30 Distribution List Window 3. Enter the desired Destination IP address.Typically, this will be a u
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-25VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-32 Add Site Dialog, Select Subnet 7. Repeat this process until all of the desired subnet
VMS Service Managers5-26 VMS User GuideInBand management allows Application Policies and Distribution Lists to be selected on a remote site-level bas
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-27VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-36 Separate windowNote: The same information is displayed in both the right-panel displ
VMS Service Managers5-28 VMS User GuideSubnet Manager ConfigurationRight clicking on an individual subnet displays a drop-down menu, as shown in figu
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-29VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-39 Subnet Mananger open command windowThe independent window can be placed anywhere on t
VMS Service Managers5-30 VMS User GuideFigure 5-41 Disable in-band extension warningClicking the Yes button will disable in-band extension and you
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-31VMS Service ManagersUsing this dialog you can change the FEC and Modulation characteristics of the uplink SCPC carrier
VMS Service Managers5-32 VMS User GuideCaution: Read the Reset Uplink warning carefully, as performing this operation on a unknown transmitting unit
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-33VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-47 New subnet dialog•Modify - Selecting an existing subnet from the External Subnet list
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VMS Service Managers5-34 VMS User GuideFigure 5-48 In Band Tab, Subnet PropertiesClicking on the Extra tab displays the Modem Extra dialog shown in
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-35VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-50 Modify, Modem ExtraNote: During initial unit registration the set information in the
VMS Service Managers5-36 VMS User GuideFigure 5-52 Select demodulator dialog.Using this dialog you can select a different demodulator for the subne
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-37VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-53 Policy Tab, SubnetSelecting an existing application policy, as shown in figure 5-53,
VMS Service Managers5-38 VMS User GuideFigure 5-54 Distribution Lists Tab, SubnetThe enable/disable check boxes for the existing lists are greyed a
Chapter 5 - VMS Services 5-39VMS Service ManagersFigure 5-56 Modify Site ListIn this example, the Modify command is selected, opening the Distribu
ViperView5-40 VMS User GuideViperViewWhen VMS ViperView starts, the top view displays the installed services as shown in figure 5-58. Each of these s
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Chapter 6 - Out-of-Band Units 6-1CHAPTEROUT-OF-BAND UNITSGeneralThis chapter describes integrating out-of-band units into a VMS-controlled satellite
LoT xiChapter 4 TablesTable 4-1 CDM-570/570L Modem/Router Manual Connection Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4Chapter 5 TablesTable
General6-2 VMS User GuideNote: The CiM-25 must be plugged into an operating modem (except during setup) in order for it to operate reliably. A CiM-2
Chapter 6 - Out-of-Band Units 6-3GeneralThe percent of allocation applied to carriers when switched by VMS. The default is 35% allowing for an alloc
General6-4 VMS User GuideFigure 6-4 New SNMP modem dialog 5. The unit will now appear listed in the SNMP Modem Manager. Right click on the added un
Chapter 6 - Out-of-Band Units 6-5GeneralFigure 6-6 SNMP Modem ManagerParameter ViewThe Parameter View display shown in figure 6-7, displays unit i
General6-6 VMS User GuideFigure 6-7 Parameter ViewBefore continuing with this process, you should click the Refresh button on the drop-down menu sh
Chapter 6 - Out-of-Band Units 6-7Configuring the RF ChainConfiguring the RF ChainThe following procedure shows how to configure the SNMP Modem’s RF
Configuring the RF Chain6-8 VMS User GuideFigure 6-9 Out of Band Antenna Tab 4. Highlight the Modulator for the new SNMP modem and click Enable as
Chapter 6 - Out-of-Band Units 6-9Configuring the RF Chainswitch to. Set them to a combination that will give an appropriate level. The dialog box is
Switching SNMP Out of Band Modems6-10 VMS User GuideSwitching SNMP Out of Band ModemsOverviewSNMP controlled modems are defined as Out-of-Band in the
Chapter 6 - Out-of-Band Units 6-11Switching SNMP Out of Band ModemsConfiguring the OBCMIf the steps above for configuring the RF chain have been com
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Switching SNMP Out of Band Modems6-12 VMS User Guide• IP address of the first modem• IP address of the second modem• A channel bit rate• The channel
Chapter 6 - Out-of-Band Units 6-13Switching SNMP Out of Band Modemsremote modem right clicking on the hub modem will allow the operator to free up t
Switching SNMP Out of Band Modems6-14 VMS User GuideVipersat Circuit SchedulerAnother way of switching SNMP Out-of-Band modems is with the Vipersat C
Appendix A - VMS Cross Banding A-1APPENDIXVMS CROSS BANDINGThe VMS has the capability to accommodate applications involving satellite cross strappin
A-2 VMS User Guide• The satellite has mapped the transponder from one antenna to a transponder on another antenna.• The satellite serves as an RF int
Appendix A - VMS Cross Banding A-3Vipersat Cross Banding SolutionFigure A-2 illustrates a schematic representation of a cross banded satellite netwo
A-4 VMS User GuideFigure A-3 VMS Cross Banded Network ConfigurationIn response to the network configuration shown in figure A-3 the VMS would: 1. C
Appendix A - VMS Cross Banding A-5Figure A-4 illustrates the results of the VMS solution for managing and control-ling the cross banded network desc
A-6 VMS User GuideFigure A-5 Transponder dialog, C to KuFigure A-6 Transponder dialog, Ku to CTo create a new transponder, right-click on the Sat
Appendix B - Antenna Visibility B-1APPENDIXANTENNA VISIBILITYGeneralAntenna Visibility is a powerful tool in the VMS that allows an operator to cont
Chapter 1 - General 1-1CHAPTERGENERALHow to Use This ManualThis manual documents the features and functions of the Vipersat Management System (VMS),
Using Antenna VisibilityB-2 VMS User GuideUsing Antenna VisibilityAntenna Visibility is accessed by right-clicking on the desired satellite antenna a
Appendix B - Antenna Visibility B-3Using Antenna VisibilityFigure B-2 Ku-band Visibility Ranges, Center/BandwidthThe frequencies can be viewed, as
Using Antenna VisibilityB-4 VMS User Guidebility tab, showing either a center frequency with bandwidth, or a base frequency and top frequency. This a
Appendix B - Antenna Visibility B-5Using Antenna VisibilityExample — Blocking Spectrum Affected by Local Ground Frequency InterferenceIn the example
Using Antenna VisibilityB-6 VMS User GuideUsing the visibility Subtract function, a new block for this area of interference can be created for the re
Appendix B - Antenna Visibility B-7Using Antenna VisibilityThis configuration results in the VMS switching as shown below. The receive carrier for t
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Appendix C - Redundancy C-1APPENDIXREDUNDANCYGeneralThis appendix describes the optional redundancy services that protect critical Vipersat network
VMS RedundancyC-2 VMS User GuideVMS RedundancyDescriptionVMS redundancy (protection) increases the system availability of a Vipersat-enabled network
Appendix C - Redundancy C-3VMS RedundancyNote: It is recommended that all servers be co-located at the same site and be connected to the same Ether
How to Use This Manual1-2 VMS User GuideChapter 3 — VMS ConfigurationCovers the Quick Configuration procedure as well as detailed steps for full Syst
VMS RedundancyC-4 VMS User GuideActive Server RoleThe active VMS server has the following specific privileges that differ from a standby server:• The
Appendix C - Redundancy C-5VMS RedundancyAutomatic SynchronizationAs the name implies, automatic synchronization occurs automatically by the active
VMS RedundancyC-6 VMS User Guideing server contention, refer to the section “Clearing Server Contention” on page C-12.Server StatusThe VMS Connection
Appendix C - Redundancy C-7VMS Redundancy• A common domain for the redundant servers and the client workstation. Refer to Appendix D, “Domain Contro
VMS RedundancyC-8 VMS User Guide 3. From the VMS Server drop-down menu, select the Properties command to display the VMS Server (VIPERLAB1 in this ex
Appendix C - Redundancy C-9VMS Redundancy• with Auto Activate de-selected, a server will be activated only by an operator manually issuing an Activa
VMS RedundancyC-10 VMS User Guide Click the Traps tab, shown in figure C-5, to display the existing SNMP Manager traps. Use the Insert, Modify, and R
Appendix C - Redundancy C-11VMS RedundancyFigure C-6 Activate Command, VMS Server Menu 9. From the Active VMS server, select the Synchronize comma
VMS RedundancyC-12 VMS User Guide• The next step is to configure the VMS database for the satellite network on the Active server. Refer to Chapter 3,
Appendix C - Redundancy C-13N:M Hub Modem RedundancyN:M Hub Modem RedundancyDescriptionThe N:M Hub Modem Redundancy service provides for the protect
Chapter 1 - General 1-3How to Use This ManualAppendix G — Entry Channel Mode SwitchingSupplement on how ECM provides a method for remotes to switch
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-14 VMS User GuideFigure C-8 N:M redundancy logic diagramThe switching control mechanism is completely monitored and contr
Appendix C - Redundancy C-15N:M Hub Modem RedundancyThe spare unit is selected in order of IP address. If the spare unit fails to respond or process
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-16 VMS User Guide• The VMS, managed power strip, and hub modems must be on the same LAN segment• All modems must share the
Appendix C - Redundancy C-17N:M Hub Modem RedundancyFigure C-9 N:M block diagramSample installationFigure C-10 shows a diagram of a sample install
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-18 VMS User GuideFigure C-10 Typical N:M redundant installationThe URL http://www.servertech.com/support/ProductManuals/
Appendix C - Redundancy C-19N:M Hub Modem RedundancySetting up N:M redundancyThere are 3 hierarchal objects in N:M Redundancy, as shown in figure C-
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-20 VMS User GuideRedundancy ManagerThe Device Redundancy Manager is loaded as a service in ViperView. By right-clicking on
Appendix C - Redundancy C-21N:M Hub Modem RedundancyFigure C-15 Group drop-down menuOnce the container is created, right-clicking on its icon brin
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-22 VMS User GuideFigure C-17 New power strip dialogThe operator can name the strip (such as reference to a specific rack
Appendix C - Redundancy C-23N:M Hub Modem RedundancyFigure C-19 Create Group dialogOnce the group is created, drag the port to the group sub-conta
How to Use This Manual1-4 VMS User Guide• CDD-562L/-564 Demodulator with IP Module Installation and Operation Manual (Part Number MN/CDD562L-564.IOM)
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-24 VMS User GuideFigure C-21 Enable hearbeat in VMS, left window CDM-570/570L, right window SLM-5650ARight-click on the d
Appendix C - Redundancy C-25N:M Hub Modem RedundancyHub SLM-5650A ModemConnect to the hub modem using Web interface, select the Vipersat page as sho
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-26 VMS User GuideThere are four possible status indications: 1. Ok – Hearbeats are enabled in both VMS and the device, are
Appendix C - Redundancy C-27N:M Hub Modem RedundancyShould the operator desire to return to the original rack profile the following steps are mandat
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-28 VMS User GuideFigure C-27 New configuration dialogGive the configuration file an appropriate name in the New Configura
Appendix C - Redundancy C-29N:M Hub Modem RedundancyFigure C-29 Saved file locationStoring Spare Configurations in the Primary UnitsOnce these ba
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-30 VMS User GuideFigure C-30 Importing fileSelect the appropriate file from the list:Figure C-31 Selecting filePreparin
Appendix C - Redundancy C-31N:M Hub Modem RedundancyInstall the replacement unit in the desired rack location and make all connec-tions. The unit sh
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-32 VMS User GuideHow N:M Redundancy WorksIn the event of failure of any active device, a unit from the spare device pool is
Appendix C - Redundancy C-33N:M Hub Modem Redundancy 2. When an event is detected that requires a redundancy switch, VMS sends a notification event
Chapter 1 - General 1-5Product DescriptionProduct DescriptionIntroductionThe Vipersat Management System (VMS) is a network management system that us
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-34 VMS User GuideCaution: A repaired failed unit will have the same IP address and function as its replacement unit which
Appendix C - Redundancy C-35N:M Hub Modem Redundancy 2. On the Administration > Feature Configuration page shown in figure C-33, enter the unit’s
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-36 VMS User GuideFigure C-35 Ethernet Interface page, CDM-570/570L 6. On the Vipersat Configuration page shown in figure
Appendix C - Redundancy C-37N:M Hub Modem RedundancyFigure C-37 Transmit configuration page, CDM-570/570L 9. On the Satellite Modem > Configura
N:M Hub Modem RedundancyC-38 VMS User GuideFigure C-39 BUC configuration, CDM-570/570L 11. Disable the Satellite Modem > Configuration > Conf
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-1APPENDIXDOMAIN CONTROLLER AND DNSThis appendix describes configuring the VMS server or servers to perform
D-2 VMS User Guide• All existing disk volumes use the NTFS file system. Active Directory requires at least one NTFS volume in which to store the SYSV
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-3Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSConfiguring a Domain Controller and DNSBefore you begin configuring
Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSD-4 VMS User GuideFigure D-1 Manage Your Server dialog 3. Review the Preliminary Steps shown in figure D-2 a
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-5Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSFigure D-2 Preliminary Steps 4. From the Configuration Options di
Product Description1-6 VMS User Guideble and can be modified by the operator at any time, as described in this User’s Guide, to optimize network Mana
Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSD-6 VMS User GuideFigure D-4 Server Role dialog 6. Verify your selection displayed in the Summary of Selecti
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-7Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSFigure D-6 Active Directory Installation Wizard 8. After reviewin
Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSD-8 VMS User GuideFigure D-8 Domain controller type dialog 11. From the Create New Domain dialog shown in fi
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-9Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSFigure D-10 New domain name dialog 13. In the NetBIOS Domain Name
Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSD-10 VMS User Guideentries, click the Next button to continue. This is the default location for Windows.Figure
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-11Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSto continue. The wizard will install and configure DNS support on
Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSD-12 VMS User GuideFigure D-15 Permissions dialog 18. In the Directory Services Restore Mode Administrator P
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-13Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSFigure D-17 Summary screen 20. The wizard will begin configuring
Configuring a Domain Controller and DNSD-14 VMS User GuideFigure D-19 Complete installation screen 22. Click the Restart button shown in Figure D-2
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-15Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerConfiguring a Secondary Domain ControllerThe procedure in the se
Chapter 1 - General 1-7Product Descriptionis stored in a single place, processed by VMS running on the central server, and the results are available
Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerD-16 VMS User GuideFigure D-21 Manage your server dialog 3. Review the Preliminary Steps shown in figure D
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-17Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerFigure D-22 Preliminary steps 4. The wait screen shown in figu
Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerD-18 VMS User GuideFigure D-24 Configuration options 6. From the Server Role dialog shown in figure D-25,
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-19Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerFigure D-26 Summary of selections dialog 8. From the Active Di
Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerD-20 VMS User GuideFigure D-28 Active directory installation wizard 10. After reviewing the Operating Syst
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-21Configuring a Secondary Domain Controllercreated above. When you have completed entering the data, click
Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerD-22 VMS User Guide 15. Clicking the Browse button shown in figure D-31 brings up the Browse for Domain list
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-23Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerFigure D-34 Directory and log folders dialog 18. Leave the def
Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerD-24 VMS User GuideFigure D-36 Directory services restore mode administrative password 20. Review the Summ
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-25Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerFigure D-38 Active directory installation wizard screen 22. Re
Product Description1-8 VMS User Guideanalyzes and acts on this information to intelligently control network operation to optimize bandwidth utilizati
Configuring a Secondary Domain ControllerD-26 VMS User Guide 24. After reboot, Windows displays the confirmation screen shown in figure D-41.Figure D
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-27Installing Secondary DNS ServerInstalling Secondary DNS ServerThis procedure configures the secondary ser
Installing Secondary DNS ServerD-28 VMS User Guide 2. Review the information in the Preliminary Steps screen shown in figure D-43 before proceeding a
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-29Installing Secondary DNS ServerFigure D-44 DNS server role dialog 4. Review options selected as shown
Installing Secondary DNS ServerD-30 VMS User GuideFigure D-46 Insert disk prompt 6. Setup will copy the required files and then proceed with confi
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-31Installing Secondary DNS ServerFigure D-48 DNS server wizard welcome screen 8. Select the radio button
Installing Secondary DNS ServerD-32 VMS User GuideFigure D-50 Primary server location 10. Enter your DNS zone name in the Zone name dialog box show
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-33Installing Secondary DNS ServerFigure D-52 Dynamic update dialog 12. Review the Fowarders dialog shown
Installing Secondary DNS ServerD-34 VMS User GuideFigure D-54 Completing the configure a DNS server wizard 14. Carefully review the information in
Appendix D - Domain Controller and DNS D-35Installing Secondary DNS ServerFigure D-56 DNS error messageThis completes the installation of the DNS
Chapter 1 - General 1-9Product Description• Bandwidth resource allocations• Modem, RF equipment, and VSAT station managementThe network map displays
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Appendix E - SNMP Traps E-1APPENDIXSNMP TRAPSIntroductionThis appendix describes the use of SNMP traps by the Vipersat Management System (VMS). SNMP
IntroductionE-2 VMS User GuideUsing SNMP TrapsSNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) along with the associated Vipersat Management Information Bas
Appendix E - SNMP Traps E-3Configuring SNMP TrapsConfiguring SNMP TrapsTo configure SNMP traps, from ViperView, shown in figure E-1, right click on
Configuring SNMP TrapsE-4 VMS User Guide• Community StringFigure E-3 Server traps tabInsertClicking the Insert button displays the Trap Destination
Appendix E - SNMP Traps E-5Configuring SNMP TrapsRemoveSelecting a Trap Destination from the list shown in figure E-3 then clicking the Remove butto
SummaryE-6 VMS User GuideSummaryYou should keep in mind the following characteristics of an SNMP Trap.• SNMP is not a “reliable” transport protocol.
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-1APPENDIXAUTOMATIC SWITCHINGGeneralThe basic signal topology in a Vipersat network is TDM (Time Division Multi-pl
Load switchingF-2 VMS User GuideBandwidth Allocation and Load SwitchingLoad Switching is the mechanism by which the Vipersat network switches a remot
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-3Load switchingBandwidth Allocation and Load Switching by the STDMA Controller:As part of normal STDMA processing
Product Description1-10 VMS User GuideCDM-570/570L Full MIB OOB M&CThe CDM-570/570L is supported as an OOB device operating without IP option car
Load switchingF-4 VMS User Guidethe traffic requirements of the remote, or if the remote has exceeded the maxi-mum allocation, some data will be held
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-5Load switchingneeded. Note that the GIR allocations are restricted so that the assigned GIR totals cannot exceed
Load switchingF-6 VMS User GuideFigure F-2 Hub Load switching menu, SLM-5650A• Auto Switching - This is a Vipersat feature which is enabled in the
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-7Load switchingLoad Switching ProcessEach time the hub receives an STDMA ACK, it computes the average load for th
Load switchingF-8 VMS User GuideFigure F-3 Switching menu for a remote, CDM-570/570LFigure F-4 Load switching menu for remote, SLM-5650A• Auto Sw
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-9Load switchingDetermining Need-for-ChangeThe following process is used to determine if bandwidth utilization war
Load Switch ExampleF-10 VMS User GuideLoad Switch ExampleAn automatic load switching example, illustrated in the schematic diagram in figure F-5, ill
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-11Load Switch Example 3. The STDMA Hub Controller compares the remote CDM-570/570L’s pre-selected buffer limits w
Load Switch ExampleF-12 VMS User GuideReduced data flow in switched mode (SCPC)In the event the data flow is reduced, for example a streaming file tr
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-13Application switchingApplication switchingApplication switching, diagramed in figure F-6, also is capable of ch
Chapter 1 - General 1-11Product DescriptionSLM-5650A Demodulator Only SupportThe SLM-5650A optioned through FAST Codes produces a new device struc-t
Application switchingF-14 VMS User GuideThe modem/router sends a switch request to the VMS requesting a carrier for the application type. Typical app
Appendix F - Automatic Switching F-15Type of Service (ToS) SwitchingType of Service (ToS) SwitchingType of Service (ToS) switching is used on circui
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Appendix G - Entry Channel Mode Switching G-1APPENDIXENTRY CHANNEL MODE SWITCHINGEntry Channel Mode (ECM)STDMA entry channel mode provides a method
Entry Channel Mode (ECM)G-2 VMS User GuideAfter all remotes are processed into ECM, the Burst Controller drops into sanity mode sending a keep alive
Appendix G - Entry Channel Mode Switching G-3Entry Channel Mode (ECM)Figure G-1 ECM switch recovery < 3 minutesUnit Reboot0Burst DemodSwitched
Entry Channel Mode (ECM)G-4 VMS User GuideFigure G-2 ECM switch recovery > 3 minutesUsing Entry Channel modeEntry Channel mode operates slightly
Appendix G - Entry Channel Mode Switching G-5Entry Channel Mode (ECM)Note: Refer to the SLM-5650A modem manual for Entry Channel configuration setu
Entry Channel Mode (ECM)G-6 VMS User Guide 3. Click the Modify... button to display the Remote Entry dialog shown in figure G-5. You can use the up a
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Customer Support1-12 VMS User GuideCustomer SupportContact InformationContact Comtech Vipersat Networks Customer Support for information or assistanc
Entry Channel Mode (ECM)G-8 VMS User Guide
Appendix H - VMS Billing Log Translator (VBLT) H-9APPENDIXVMS BILLING LOG TRANSLATOR (VBLT)DescriptionVBLT is a windows console application that con
DescriptionH-10 VMS User GuideConsult your VMS or system administrator for more information on accessing a remote VMS server.Console ModeVBLT has the
Appendix H - VMS Billing Log Translator (VBLT) H-11GUI ModeGUI ModeVBLT.ui provides a Windows user interface to the VBLT application. It also allows
GUI ModeH-12 VMS User GuideFigure H-1 VLBT graphic user interface 3. Selecting the Use Local Time option in the Options box determines whether to u
Appendix H - VMS Billing Log Translator (VBLT) H-133.3 Scheduled Task Mode3.3 Scheduled Task ModeThe billing log retrieval process can be automated
3.3 Scheduled Task ModeH-14 VMS User GuideFigure H-3 Scheduled task wizard 5. Set the start time, start date, and recurrence options. 6. Enter your
Appendix H - VMS Billing Log Translator (VBLT) H-153.3 Scheduled Task ModeAn alternative method to running a scheduled VBLT task is to create a batc
Billing Log FormatH-16 VMS User GuideBilling Log FormatThe billing log format is created from switch events logged by the VMS. The billing log consis
Appendix I - Glossary I-1APPENDIXGLOSSARYAALC Automatic Limit Control – A closed loop mechanism controlling the gain stabi-lization of the HPA’s RF
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-1CHAPTERVMS INSTALLATIONGeneralThe Vipersat Management System software should be installed on a high-performance, ind
I-2 VMS User GuideBUC Block Up Converter – An upconverter so called because it converts a whole band or “block” of frequencies to a higher band. IF i
Appendix I - Glossary I-3DRAM Dynamic Random Access MemoryDSCP Differentiated Services Code Point – The 6-bit field in an IP packet header that is u
I-4 VMS User GuideGG.729 ITU standard for LD-CELP (Low Delay – Code Excited Linear Prediction) voice encoding at 8 kb/s.GIR Guaranteed Information Ra
Appendix I - Glossary I-5KKb/s Kilo bits per second – 1000 bits/second. A measure of transmission speed. See also bps & Mb/s.Ku-Band A frequency
I-6 VMS User GuideNNAT Network Address Translation – An Internet standard that enables a LAN to use one set of IP addresses for internal (private) tr
Appendix I - Glossary I-7QQPSK Quaternary Phase Shift Keying – A modulation technique in which the carrier is phase shifted +/- 90 or +/-180 degrees
I-8 VMS User GuideStar TopologyA network topology which, if drawn as a logical representation, resembles a star with a hub at the center.STDMA Select
Appendix I - Glossary I-9VCS Vipersat Circuit Scheduler – A proprietary satellite communication scheduling system used to schedule Vipersat network
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VMS User Guide Index-1Aautomaticload switching F-2Bbasic guaranteed bandwidth 3-37Ccarrier type flag 3-21CIR 3-37committed information rate 3-37Con
General2-2 VMS User GuideVMS Server - MS Automatic Updates SettingThe Microsoft Windows OS Automatic Updates feature provides a selection of configur
Index-2 VMS User Guidecontention C-5, C-12manual switching C-12priority C-9properties C-8standby role C-4status C-6synchronization C-4serviceinstall
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-3GeneralTypes of InstallationThe VMS can be installed in three different configurations: 1. On a single VMS server; V
Preparing Server for VMS Installation2-4 VMS User GuidePreparing Server for VMS InstallationIf not already done, perform the following tasks before p
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-5Preparing Server for VMS InstallationFigure 2-2 System Properties menu 2. Click the Advanced tab to display the di
Preparing Server for VMS Installation2-6 VMS User Guide 3. In the Performance box on the Advanced tab, click the Settings button then click the Data
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-7Preparing Server for VMS Installationit has been brought online as the active server. Use the following procedure to
Preparing Server for VMS Installation2-8 VMS User GuideConfiguring Server as Domain Controller and/or DNSNote: If the server is to be used as a doma
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-9Preparing Server for VMS InstallationFigure 2-6 Backup Command, VMS Server 2. Enter the Name for the backup file a
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Preparing Server for VMS Installation2-10 VMS User GuideStopping Previous VMS Version (Upgrade)If you are installing VMS on a server which does not h
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-11Preparing Server for VMS Installation 3. Select each process and click on the End Process button. A Task Manager Wa
Preparing Server for VMS Installation2-12 VMS User GuideFigure 2-10 Add or Remove Programs Control Panel 2. Select Vipersat Management System and c
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-13Preparing Server for VMS InstallationFigure 2-11 VMS, Remove Program 3. Close the Add or Remove Programs window.
VMS Server Installation2-14 VMS User GuideVMS Server InstallationNote: For VMS Redundancy Server configurations, after installing VMS on each of the
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-15VMS Server InstallationFigure 2-13 License Agreement screen 4. From the Installation Type screen shown in figure
VMS Server Installation2-16 VMS User GuideFigure 2-14 Installation Type screen 5. Click the Next button to proceed to the VMS Setup screen. 6. The
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-17VMS Server Installation 8. If the VMS server is to operate in a Domain, enter the domain name in the Domain field e
VMS Server Installation2-18 VMS User GuideFigure 2-17 Choose Install Location dialog 14. From the Choose Start Menu Folder dialog shown in figure 2
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-19VMS Server InstallationFigure 2-19 Software Installation notice 16. During installation, the Waiting dialog shown
Document Revision HistoryRevision Description0 Initial Release.Note: This new document part number, MN/22156, supersedes the previous VMS User Guide p
VMS Server Installation2-20 VMS User GuideFigure 2-20 Install Cypto-Box Key prompt 17. The Found New Hardware Wizard will start. Select the No, no
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-21VMS Server InstallationFigure 2-22 Hardware Installation 19. The installation process will continue and, when com
VMS Server Installation2-22 VMS User Guide 21. After installing and/or updating the key, the installation will complete as shown in figure 2-24. Clic
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-23Setting Com Security for VMSSetting Com Security for VMS 1. From the Windows Start menu, select Settings and open u
Setting Com Security for VMS2-24 VMS User GuideFigure 2-27 Component Services, My Computer Menu 4. Select the COM Security tab, then the Edit Limit
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-25Setting Com Security for VMSFigure 2-29 Launch Permissions 6. Ensure the Location is the domain, then type “VMS”
Setting Com Security for VMS2-26 VMS User GuideFigure 2-31 Launch Permissions with New UserThis concludes setting the Component Securities on the D
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-27Verifying Successful Server InstallationVerifying Successful Server Installation 1. Open the Services window on the
Verifying Successful Server Installation2-28 VMS User GuideFigure 2-33 Vipersat Management System Service 3. From the Program File directory, find
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-29Verifying Successful Server InstallationThis completes the VMS server installation procedure.• For VMS Standalone S
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VMS Client Installation2-30 VMS User GuideVMS Client InstallationThe Vipersat Management System client software should be installed on a high-perform
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-31VMS Client InstallationFigure 2-35 Client InstallOnce the installation wizard is finished, return to continue wit
VMS Client Installation2-32 VMS User GuideFigure 2-36 Admistrative Tools menu 2. Expand the Domain name tree, right-click on Users and select New G
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-33VMS Client InstallationFigure 2-38 Create Group Dialog 4. Right-click on Users again in the Active Directory wind
VMS Client Installation2-34 VMS User GuideFigure 2-40 Setting the User Password 6. Move the new user to the VMS users group. Do this by right-click
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-35VMS Client Installation 7. Click the Add button. The Select Group dialog will open, as shown in figure 2-42. Ensure
VMS Client Installation2-36 VMS User GuideFigure 2-44 Edit Limits 12. From the Launch Permission dialog, click on the Add button.• Enter VMS Users
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-37VMS Client InstallationFigure 2-45 Launch Permissions 13. Click on the OK button to launch the selected permissio
VMS Client Installation2-38 VMS User Guide 3. The ViperView window will appear, as shown in figure 2-47.Figure 2-47 ViperView window, VMS ClientVip
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-39VMS Client InstallationVerifying ViperGlobe InstallationAfter installation, and with all Client connections establi
ToC iChapter 1GeneralHow to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Manual Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Cha
VMS Client Installation2-40 VMS User GuideVNO InstallVNO OverviewComtech EF Data - Vipersat Network Products Group VNO solution provides an interface
Chapter 2 - VMS Installation 2-41VMS Client InstallationInstallation ProcedureThe VNO installation process consists of installing software, highligh
VMS Client Installation2-42 VMS User GuideFigure 2-51 VNO-WS Installer 4. Refresh the Service Control Manager and verify that the VMS VNO WS ser-vi
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-1CHAPTERVMS CONFIGURATIONGeneralNote: For a Redundant VMS Server configuration, perform the VMS configura-tion proc
General3-2 VMS User Guide• A list of the VMS licensing options that have been purchased. Details can be found on the Purchase Order, or a Vipersat re
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-3Hardware ConfigurationHardware ConfigurationNote: For VMS compatibility, see the product Release Notes for specifi
Hardware Configuration3-4 VMS User GuideOnce the modem/routers have the minumum required configuration and an installer successfully points the anten
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-5VMS Network ConfigurationVMS Network ConfigurationThis procedure assumes that the user is experienced with the VMS
VMS Network Configuration3-6 VMS User Guide 3. The Connection Manager will prompt for the server with which to connect (figure 3-3). Enter the IP add
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-7VMS Network ConfigurationConfigure Auto Activate 1. Right-click on the Server icon and select Properties from the d
ii VMS User GuideConfigure Addresses and Assign ID. . . 3-7VMS Network Build Procedure . . . . . . 3-11Subnet Manager Configuration . .
VMS Network Configuration3-8 VMS User GuideFigure 3-7 Vipersat Manager, General tab 3. The Local VMS Address will default to 0.0.0.0 on new install
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-9VMS Network Configuration 8. The Force Multicast Port Restart check box provides the option to reset the port used
VMS Network Configuration3-10 VMS User Guideis how long the VMS will wait before determining communications failure commanding a device redundancy sw
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-11VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-9 Vipersat Manager, Registration tab 16. Select the Monitor & Control radi
VMS Network Configuration3-12 VMS User GuideSetting the Alarm MasksNetwork alarms must be set to insure an alarm alerts the operator to an actual pro
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-13VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-10 Mask Unlock Alarm settingEnabling Auto Home StateA critical feature of Vipe
VMS Network Configuration3-14 VMS User Guide 3. Right-click on the unit icon again and select Force Registration.This will force the parameter set in
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-15VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-12 Create Satellite menu commandFigure 3-13 Create Satellite dialog 3. After
VMS Network Configuration3-16 VMS User Guide 1. Right-click on the satellite icon and select Create Transponder from the drop-down menu (figure 3-14)
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-17VMS Network ConfigurationCreate AntennasThe following steps cover creation of the network antennas. Each antenna i
ToC iiiAppendix BAntenna VisibilityGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1Using Antenna Visibility . . . . .
VMS Network Configuration3-18 VMS User GuideIf multiple remotes are involved in a SHOD connection, the VMS uses the lowest remote gain value for comp
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-19VMS Network ConfigurationAlso, check the Bandwidth and Power Limit settings. If the RF hardware does not exactly m
VMS Network Configuration3-20 VMS User Guide 3. Notice that the newly created Up and Down Converters appear in the Antenna View (figure 3-20).Figure
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-21VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-21 New Devices Added to Converters 5. Make the Expansion Unit Demodulators ava
VMS Network Configuration3-22 VMS User GuideFigure 3-22 BC Carrier Flag Setting, CDM-570/570LFigure 3-23 BC Carrier Flag Setting, SLM-5650A 1. En
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-23VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-24 InBand Settings for Remotes 2. When InBand Management is selected, as shown
VMS Network Configuration3-24 VMS User GuideFigure 3-26 InBanding a Remote 4. Right-click on the Subnet and open the Properties page.The General ta
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-25VMS Network ConfigurationIf the initial InBand setting failed (did not show the correct Home State in the Subnet v
VMS Network Configuration3-26 VMS User GuideFigure 3-29 Properties Policy TabThe check boxes have 3 states:Clear — The policy or switch type is not
Chapter 3 - VMS Configuration 3-27VMS Network ConfigurationFigure 3-30 Properties Distribution List tab 8. The Distribution List dialog (figure 3-
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