Preface Thank you for your purchase of the EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router. This installation guide describes the EdgeMarc 4500 and hardware installation procedures. It is intended for network installers, network operators, and security officers. About this Guide The following table briefly describes each chapter and appendix in this guide.
Future-proof Scalability • The EdgeMarc 4500 is a powerful, flexible platform that can be deployed initially as a low- cost WAN access router and then licensed through software for more advanced VoIP features and increased call performance. It is the ideal platform for service providers offering DIA, hosted VoIP and managed security services or enterprises migrating to converged voice and data networks.
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EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router Installation Guide Class based queuing/prioritization • Diffserv marking and policing • Traffic shaping • Security Stateful packet inspection firewall • VoIP aware firewall dynamically provisioning and closing of UDP ports used for VoIP calls • IPSec: 3DES, SHA-1 •...
EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router Installation Guide Front Panel LEDs Figure 1: NEC EdgeMarc 4500 Front Panel LEDs LED Label Activity Description Power switch is off (or no power from the AC outlet) Power Green Power is supplied to the unit...
Ports ports using the web interface USB Ports 2 x USB ports (Not Used) This port is typically used when connecting the EdgeMarc 4500 to Ethernet WAN a cable or xDSL modem. Port This port is used to establish a local console session with the EdgeMarc 4500 using a VT100 terminal or emulation program.
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192.168.1.1. Caution Using the Erase button as outlined above means any configuration made to the EdgeMarc 4500 will be lost. Additionally the VoIP ALG registration code must be re- entered in the EdgeMarc 4500. Erasing the configuration...
Ethernet WAN port to a WAN router, a Cable Modem or a DSL Modem. Desktop Installation 1. Remove the EdgeMarc 4500 and accessories from the shipping container. 2. Place the EdgeMarc 4500 on a flat, dry surface such as a desktop, shelf or tray.
EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router Installation Guide Wall-Mount Installation You can mount the EdgeMarc 4500 on a wall using the two mounting brackets on the bottom of the appliance. We recommend that you use two round or pan head screws. 1. Install two screws 5.9063” (150 mm) horizontally apart on a wall or other vertical surface.
EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router Installation Guide Rack-Mount Installation You can mount the EdgeMarc 4500 in a 19” rack by using the rack-mount kit supplied with the product. 1. Attach the ear mounts to both sides of EdgeMarc 4500 with the screws.
EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router Installation Guide Administration You can configure the EdgeMarc 4500 using a web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. The EdgeMarc 4500 is shipped with the pre-configured IP address 192.168.1.1 for the LAN port. To connect to the EdgeMarc 4500, follow these steps: 1.
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EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router Installation Guide 5. Select Network and start configuring the EdgeMarc 4500. Note For secure network management, change the default user name and password as described in the VOS for EdgeMarc User Manual.
FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by ACTA. See installation instructions for details. If this equipment, Model EdgeMarc 4500 causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required.
EdgeMarc 4500 SOHO Router Installation Guide INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) NOTICE This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number. The abbreviation, IC, before the registration number signifies that registration was performed based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.