
MDS 05-2973A01, Rev. C MDS NETview MS™
User’s Guide 1
1.0 INTRODUCTION
MDS NETview MS
™
is a Windows
®
-based program for remote man-
agement, control, and diagnosis of MDS wireless products and associ-
ated IP-connected devices. It provides a central console from which
entire networks can be monitored for fault and performance informa-
tion. It can also be used to perform various maintenance tasks, including
downloads of new firmware or configuration files for MDS radios.
NETview is a client/server based program that allows multiple users (up
to 10) to simultaneously connect to its server and perform network man-
agement. Figure 1 illustrates a typical multi-user layout. The program
may be used from any location in a network, including authorized access
via the Internet.
While the program is optimized for use with new-generation MDS prod-
ucts—such as the LEDR II, MDS iNET 900
®
, MDS entraNET
®
, it also
supports other types of IP devices that communicate via industry-stan-
dard protocols including SNMP, TFTP, Telnet and Web server access.
Invisible place holder
Figure 1. NETview is a Client/Server based application. This allows
multiple users to connect to its server for network management.
1.1 Problem Detection & Logging
NETview helps users detect system problems and correct them before
they become a threat to network operations. When problems are found,
alerts are generated and displayed on the console screen. Alert messages
can also be sent to remote maintenance personnel via e-mail or
Internet-capable pagers. Should a trip to a field site become necessary,
personnel will often know the likely cause of the problem and can pre-
pare accordingly by bringing the correct service equipment or spares.
System
Administrator's PC
Radio Center PC
Technician #2 PC
NETview MS Server
Technician #1 PC
Ethernet
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