Avaya G700 User Manual

Quick Start
Avaya G700 Media Gateway
Hardware Installation
555-233-150
Issue 3
November 2003

Avaya G700 Specifications

General

Type	Media Gateway
Supported Protocols	H.323, SIP, MGCP
Maximum number of Media Modules	8
Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Compatibility	Avaya Communication Manager
Voice Compression	G.711, G.729, G.723.1
Form Factor	Rack-mountable
Management	Web-based, CLI
Operating Temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Ethernet Ports	2 x 10/100/1000 Mbps
Maximum number of VoIP Engines	2

Summary

Get License File, Software, and Firmware

Prepare Installation Wizard Files

Gather license files, password files, and the pre-installation worksheet for the Avaya Installation Wizard.

Laptop PC Requirements for Wizard

Ensure the laptop PC meets minimum display, network, OS, and browser requirements for the Avaya Installation Wizard.

Conduct Equipment Inventory

Core System Hardware

Identify the Avaya G700 Media Gateway chassis and S8300 Media Server for installation.

Avaya Media Modules

Mount Media Gateway

Rack Mounting Preparation and Procedure

Desktop Mounting and Grounding

Install Octaplane Stacking Module

Install Octaplane Stacking Module

Align and insert the Octaplane Stacking Module into the media gateway slot until it is firmly seated.

Connect Media Gateways

Connect Gateways in a Stack

Connect for Redundancy

Install S8300 Media Server

Prepare for S8300 Media Server Installation

Insert S8300 into G700 Chassis

Align and insert the S8300 Media Server and LED module into the G700 chassis until firmly seated.

Connect the Laptop

Connect Laptop to S8300 Services Port

Connect the laptop to the S8300 Media Server's Services port using a crossover Ethernet cable.

Configure Network and Access S8300

Configure laptop network settings, disable proxy, and access the S8300 via browser for initial installation.