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Solid DMS-1200 User Manual

Solid DMS-1200
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Version 1.3. ©February 2016. All Rights Reserved. Confidential & Proprietary. www.solid.com
ALLIANCE Release 6
DAS Management System
DMS-1200 Operations Manual

Table of Contents

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Solid DMS-1200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSolid
ModelDMS-1200
CategoryServer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Getting Support and Providing Feedback

DMS-1200 Release 6 Overview

DMS-1200 Specifications

Details the physical and technical specifications of the DMS-1200 server.

DMS-1200 Front / Rear Panel

Describes the physical layout and ports of the DMS-1200 server's front and rear panels.

Quick Start Guide

Guides users through initial setup and ongoing maintenance tasks for the DMS-1200.

Hardware Installation

Required Materials

Lists the necessary tools and accessories for installing the DMS-1200 equipment.

Installing the DMS Hardware

Provides step-by-step instructions for physically installing the DMS-1200 server in a rack.

Connecting the DMS-1200 to the DAS

Explains how to physically connect the DMS-1200 server to the DAS using Ethernet cables.

Connecting Multiple BIUs to the DMS-1200

Details the process of connecting multiple BIUs, typically requiring a Gigabit Ethernet switch.

Connecting to the DMS-1200

Describes how to establish local or remote connections to the DMS-1200 server.

Login and BIU Assignment

Logging in

Guides users through the process of accessing the DMS-1200 via console or remote IP address.

Assigning BIUs

Explains how to register and assign BIUs to the DMS-1200 for management.

Using the Main Screen

System Status Overview

Explains how to view the overall status of the DAS, including alarms and connection status.

System Topology View

Describes how to visualize the DAS system hierarchy and alarm status graphically.

Emergency Shut-off Function

Explains how administrators can initiate an emergency shutdown of remote units.

Navigation Bar Menus

Provides an overview of the menus available on the DMS-1200 navigation bar.

DMS-1200 Setup

Editing Site Info

Details how to input and manage site-specific information for the DAS deployment.

Setting the DMS IP Addresses

Guides users on configuring both external and internal IP addresses for the DMS-1200.

Setting System Time

Explains how to set the system time manually or via NTP.

Managing the Event Log

Describes how to configure manual or automatic clearing of alarm and status logs.

Managing the Trend Log

Details how to manually delete or set up auto-deletion for trend log data.

Scheduling the System Backup

Explains how to enable and configure automatic backup routines for device settings.

Upgrading DMS Software

Provides steps on obtaining and installing software updates for the DMS-1200.

Rebooting the DMS Server

Details how to restart the DMS-1200 server.

Assigning / Removing BIUs

Covers the process of adding or removing BIUs from the system for management.

Managing NOC and SNMP Settings

Guides users on configuring Network Operation Center and SNMP settings.

Setting up Email Notification

Explains how to configure email alerts for alarm conditions.

Managing Email Server Settings

Details how to configure the SMTP server settings for sending emails.

User Account Setup

Adding / Deleting User Accounts

Provides instructions for administrators to manage user accounts and their permissions.

Viewing Active Users

Shows how to view a list of users currently logged into the DMS.

System Alarm Setup

Monitoring Alarms and Viewing Troubleshooting Tips

Guides users on how to view active alarms and access troubleshooting advice.

Customizing Alarms

Explains how to assign severity levels, customize notifications, and edit alarm descriptions.

DAS Device Control

Using the Device Control Screens

Introduces how to access and use device control screens for monitoring and configuring DAS devices.

Setting BIU Parameters

Covers configuring individual BIUs, MDBUs, VHF/UHF services, and external alarms.

Setting ODU Parameters

Details monitoring and managing settings for ODUs and Donor Optic Units (DOUs).

Setting OEU Parameters

Guides on monitoring and managing settings for Optical Expansion Units (OEUs) and DOUs.

Setting Remote Optic Unit (ROU) Parameters

Introduces the different types of remote optic units (ROUs) and their setup.

Upgrading Firmware for DAS Components

Provides steps for obtaining and updating firmware for DAS components.

Backing up and Restoring Device Settings

Explains how to save and restore DAS operational settings, and download reports.

System Commissioning with EasySet

Commissioning the DAS

Describes using the Auto Setup and System Commissioning functions for initial DAS setup.

Running Auto Setup without System Commissioning

Explains how to use Auto Setup for levels and values without full system commissioning.

Calculating Power Distribution

Details how the Power Distribution function calculates and allocates attenuation for equal TX power.

Restoring Factory Defaults

Guides on resetting MDBUs and remote units to their factory default parameters.

Trend Data, Event Logs and System Inventory

Viewing Trend Information

Explains how to use the Control > Trend menu to monitor DAS device performance.

Monitoring System Event Logs

Guides on viewing and filtering alarm, control, and security events in the Event Log.

Viewing the System Inventory

Describes how to view connected DAS network components and download inventory reports.

SNMP Trap IDs and Alarm Descriptions

Glossary