Bristol Babcock Network 3000

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Summary

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Introduction

Provides an overview of the manual's purpose and content.

BSAP Networks

Explains the structure and operation of BSAP networks.

IP Networks

Details the concepts and structure of IP networks.

Overview of Configuration

Outlines the three main parts of the Network 3000 architecture.

Chapter 2 - Guidelines For Setting Up BSAP Networks

What is BSAP?

Defines the Bristol Synchronous/Asynchronous Protocol (BSAP).

A Quick Overview of BSAP Network Terminology

Introduces key terms and concepts for BSAP network setup.

Things to Be Aware of When Defining Your Network

Provides considerations for planning and defining network topology.

Considerations For NETTOP Users or Users With Open BSI 2.3 (or earlier)

Offers guidance for users of specific software versions.

Considerations For NetView Users ONLY (Open BSI 3.0 or newer)

Provides setup considerations for NetView users with Open BSI 3.0+.

Chapter 3 - Guidelines For Setting Up IP Networks

A Discussion of IP Network Terminology

Explains IP network terminology and concepts.

What is A Network Host PC (NHP)?

Defines the role and function of a Network Host PC (NHP).

What is the Format of IP Addresses?

Details the structure and format of IP addresses.

Sub-net Masks Determine Which Nodes Are Reachable From This Node:

Explains how sub-net masks define network reachability.

Chapter 4 - Guidelines For Configuring the BSAP Data Link

Setting Up the Master Port(s)

Details the process of configuring Master Ports in ACCOL.

Setting Up the Slave Port(s)

Explains how to configure Slave Ports in ACCOL.

Setting Up Data Link Parameters At the Network Master

Describes data link parameter setup at the Network Master.

Configuration Issues For Modems

Discusses configuration considerations for using modems.

Configuration Issues For Radios

Covers configuration aspects for radio interfaces.

Chapter 5 - Guidelines For Configuring the IP Data Link

Declaring an IP Port in ACCOL Workbench

Explains how to declare IP ports in the ACCOL source file.

Specifying the Characteristics of the IP Port(s)

Details how to configure IP port characteristics using LocalView/NetView.

Defining the IP System Parameters

Covers the definition of general IP system parameters.

Chapter 6 - Application Notes

Peer-to-Peer Communication (BSAP Master;Slave Modules)

Explains BSAP peer-to-peer communication using Master/Slave Modules.

Peer-to-Peer Communication (IP_Client; IP_Server Modules)

Details IP peer-to-peer communication with IP_Client/IP_Server Modules.

Setting Task Rates

Discusses how to set and tune task execution rates.

Setting Task Priorities

Explains how to set task priorities to avoid conflicts.

Report By Exception (RBE)

Describes the Report By Exception data collection method.

Chapter 7 - Trouble-shooting Communications

Trouble-Shooting Techniques

Outlines general methods and approaches for troubleshooting.

Check Failure LEDs on Hardware

Advises checking hardware failure indicators (LEDs).

If You Suspect A Problem in an ACCOL Task, Use A Debugger

Recommends using ACCOL Workbench or Taskspy for debugging.

Frequently Asked Questions Concerning Communication Problems

Addresses common communication problems and their solutions.

Checklist For Diagnosing Communication Problems

Provides a systematic checklist for diagnosing communication issues.

Appendix A - Summary of Port Types

Appendix B - BSAP, VSAT, and Immediate Response Message Traffic

BSAP Transactions

Describes the message sequence in standard BSAP transactions.

Immediate Response Transactions

Explains the message sequence for immediate response transactions.

VSAT Transactions

Details the message flow for VSAT transactions.

Glossary