evertz EQX - User Manual

EQX Server Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................................1
1.1. EQX SERVER SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................1
2. INSTALLING DEBIAN ETCH OS..........................................................................................................2
3. INSTALLING THE EQX SERVER .........................................................................................................3
4. OPERATING THE EQX SERVER .........................................................................................................4
4.1. REQUIREMENTS FOR USING THE WEB CONFIG TOOL...........................................................4
4.2. GETTING STARTED: SETTING UP YOUR ROUTER SYSTEM ...................................................4
4.2.1. Defining Your Routing Devices ................................................................................................8
4.2.2. Establishing Tielines ................................................................................................................9
4.2.3. Global SRC Availability ..........................................................................................................10
4.2.4. Global Aliases ........................................................................................................................12
4.3. WORKING WITH THE EQX SEVER ............................................................................................17
4.3.1. Panel Profiles.........................................................................................................................17
4.3.2. Configuring the Interfaces......................................................................................................25
4.3.3. Reports...................................................................................................................................30
4.3.4. Web Config Tool Users..........................................................................................................31
5. APPENDIX: LINUX CRASH COURSE................................................................................................32
5.1. COMMAND LINE TIPS.................................................................................................................32
5.2. USEFUL LINUX COMMANDS......................................................................................................32

Summary

1. OVERVIEW

1.1. EQX SERVER SPECIFICATIONS

Details the hardware and software requirements for the EQX Server.

2. INSTALLING DEBIAN ETCH OS

3. INSTALLING THE EQX SERVER

4. OPERATING THE EQX SERVER

4.1. Requirements for using the Web Config tool

Outlines the necessary prerequisites and browser compatibility for accessing the EQX Web Config Tool.

4.2. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Router System

Initial steps for configuring the EQX server system, including network setup and basic parameters.

4.2.1. Defining Your Routing Devices

Explains how to define and configure the routing devices that the EQX server will control.

4.2.2. Establishing Tielines

Details the process of setting up tielines, which define connections between devices within the EQX system.

4.2.3. Global SRC Availability

Describes how to manage source availability for destinations, controlling access to sources at a global level.

4.2.4. Global Aliases

Covers the configuration of global aliases for sources and destinations, enhancing naming flexibility.

4.3. Working with the EQX Sever

Advanced operations and configurations for the EQX server.

4.3.1. Panel Profiles

Explains how to create and manage panel profiles for configuring intelligent panels.

4.3.2. Configuring the Interfaces

Details how to configure the user interface and panel layouts for the EQX system.

4.3.3. Reports

Information on generating and viewing various reports, such as tieline usage statistics.

4.3.4. Web Config Tool Users

Guide on managing user accounts and permissions for the Web Config Tool.

5. APPENDIX: LINUX CRASH COURSE

5.1. Command Line Tips

Offers practical advice and shortcuts for using the Linux command line interface effectively.

5.2. Useful Linux Commands

Lists and explains essential Linux commands relevant to EQX server operations and troubleshooting.

evertz EQX Specifications

General

Category	Server
Power Supply	Redundant power supplies
Input Voltage	100-240V AC, 50/60Hz
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 70°C