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Release Notes for Cisco AS5400 Universal Access Servers for Cisco IOS Release 12.1 XD1

Release Notes for Cisco AS5400 Universal Access Servers for Cisco IOS Release 12.1 XD1

July 12, 2000


Note You can find the most current Cisco IOS documentation on Cisco Connection Online (CCO ). These electronic documents may contain updates and modifications made after the hardcopy documents were printed.

These release notes for the Cisco AS5400 describe the enhancements provided in Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1. These release notes are updated as needed.

For a list of the software caveats that apply to Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1, see "Caveats" section and Caveats for Cisco  IOS Release 12.1. The caveats document is updated for every maintenance release and is located on Cisco Connection Online (CCO)  and the Documentation CD-ROM.

Use these release notes with Cross-Platform Release Notes for Cisco  IOS Release 12.1 located on CCO  and the Documentation CD-ROM.

Contents

These release notes describe the following topics:

Introduction

The Cisco AS5400 is a versatile data communications platform that provides high performance, high density, and hot swappability in only two rack units. The Cisco AS5400 is intended for large companies and service providers who require dense and scalable solutions to create new multiservice access networks, replace existing access server hardware, or expand and enhance their current access offering.

For information on new features and Cisco IOS commands supported by Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1, see "New and Changed Information" section and "Related Documentation" section.

System Requirements

This section describes the system requirements for Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1:

Memory Requirements


Table 1: Memory Recommendations for the Cisco AS5400 Universal Access Servers
Image Name Software Image Recommended
Flash Memory
Recommended
DRAM Memory
Runs
From

IP

c5400-i-mz

32 MB Flash

128 MB DRAM

RAM

IP Plus

c5400-is-mz

32 MB Flash

128 MB DRAM

RAM

Enterprise

c5400-j-mz

32 MB Flash

128 MB DRAM

RAM

Enterprise Plus

c5400-js-mz

32 MB Flash

128 MB DRAM

RAM

Hardware Supported

Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1 supports the Cisco AS5400.

For detailed descriptions of the new hardware features, see "New and Changed Information" section.


Table 2: Supported Interfaces for the Cisco AS5400
Interfaces and Dial Feature Cards Product Description
Dial Feature Cards

AS54-DFC-8CT1/CE1 (8PRI CT1/CE1)

AS54-DFC-CT3

AS54-DFC-108NP

LAN Interfaces

Fast Ethernet 10/100BaseT (RJ-45)

WAN Interface Options

8PRI CT1/CE1 DFC

CT3 DFC

Determining the Software Version

To determine the version of Cisco IOS software running on your Cisco AS5400, log in to the Cisco AS5400 and enter the show version EXEC command:

    router> show version
    Cisco Internetwork Operating System Software 
    IOS (tm) 12.1 Software (c5400-i-mz), Version 12.1(1) XD1, RELEASE SOFTWARE
    

Upgrading to a New Software Release

For general information about upgrading to a new software release, see Cisco  IOS Upgrade Ordering Instructions located at:

http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/cc/cisco/mkt/ios/prodlit/957_pp.htm

Feature Set Tables

The Cisco IOS software is packaged in feature sets consisting of software images---depending on the platform. Each feature set contains a specific set of Cisco IOS features.

All of the features in Table 3 but the NextPort Port Service Management for the Cisco AS5400 Universal Access Server feature has been ported from the Cisco AS5300. To find out where to obtain more information about the features, refer to the"Feature Modules" section.


Caution Cisco IOS images with strong encryption (including, but not limited to 168-bit (3DES) data encryption feature sets) are subject to United States government export controls and have limited distribution. Strong encryption images to be installed outside the United States are likely to require an export license. Customer orders may be denied or subject to delay due to United States government regulations. When applicable, purchaser/user must obtain local import and use authorizations for all encryption strengths. Please contact your sales representative or distributor for more information, or send an e-mail to export@cisco.com.

Table 3 lists the features and feature sets supported by the Cisco AS5400 in Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1 and uses the following conventions:


Note This feature set table might contain a selected list of features. This table might not be cumulative or list all the features in each image.


Table 3: Feature List by Feature Set for the Cisco AS5400
Feature In1 Software Images by Feature Set
IP IP
Plus
Enter-
prise
Enter-
prise
Plus
Authentication and Accounting

Selecting AAA Server Groups Based on DNIS

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Internet

Extended Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (ESMTP) Accounting in Store and Forward Fax

No

Yes

No

Yes

IP Routing

Easy IP (Phase 2) DHCP Server

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Flow-Based WRED

Asynchronous Serial Traffic over UDP

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

LAN Support

Subnetwork Bandwidth Manager

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

CLI String Search

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Parse Bookmarks

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Dynamic Multiple Encaps for Dial-in over ISDN

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

ISDN LAPB-TA

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

L2TP Dialout

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Large Scale Dialout

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

SS7

No

Yes

No

Yes

Management

Cisco SNMP Version 3

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

CNS Client for Cisco IOS Software

No

No

Yes

Yes

CNS client for IOS 12.05(t) (aka IPSec Policy Agent II)

No

No

Yes

Yes

ISDN MIB RFC 2127

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Mulitcast Routing Monitor

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

NextPort Port Service Management for the Cisco AS5400 Universal Access Server

(1)

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Process MIB

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Time-Based Access Lists Using Time Ranges

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Security

Resource Pool Management Server

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Resource Pool Management with Direct Remote Services

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

1The number in the "In" column indicates the Cisco IOS release when the interface was introduced. For example, (1) means an interface was introduced in Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD. If a cell in this column is empty, the interface was included in the initial base release.

New and Changed Information

The following sections list the new hardware and software features supported by the Cisco AS5400 for Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1.

New Software Features in Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1

Many of the features in the Cisco AS5300 have been ported over to the Cisco AS5400. These features are listed in Table 3. To find out where to obtain more information about these features, refer to the"Feature Modules" section.

The following new software feature is supported by the Cisco AS5400 for Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1:

NextPort Port Service Management for the Cisco AS5400 Universal Access Server

The NextPort port service management feature implements digital service port technology for the Cisco AS5400. Ports on the Nextport modem carrier module support both modem and digital services. Ports can be addressed aggregated at the slot level of the Nextport module, the Service Processing Element (SPE) level within the Nextport module, and the individual port level. The Service Processing Element (SPE) is an addressable group of six modems. The Nextport dial feature card is supported by Service Processing Element (SPE) operating software.

Benefits include the following:

MIBs

Current MIBs

If you have an account with CCO, you can find the current list of MIBs supported by Cisco. To reach the Cisco Network Management Toolkit, Login to CCO and click Software Center: Network Mgmt Products: Cisco Network Management Toolkit: Cisco MIB.

Deprecated and Replacement MIBs

Old Cisco Management Information Bases (MIBs) will be replaced in a future release. Currently, OLD-CISCO-* MIBs are being converted into more scalable MIBs---without affecting existing Cisco IOS products or NMS applications. You can update from deprecated MIBs to the replacement MIBs as shown in Table 4.


Table 4: Deprecated and Replacement MIBs
Deprecated MIB Replacement

OLD-CISCO-APPLETALK-MIB

RFC1243-MIB

OLD-CISCO-CHASSIS-MIB

ENTITY-MIB

OLD-CISCO-CPUK-MIB

To be decided

OLD-CISCO-DECNET-MIB

To be decided

OLD-CISCO-ENV-MIB

CISCO-ENVMON-MIB

OLD-CISCO-FLASH-MIB

CISCO-FLASH-MIB

OLD-CISCO-INTERFACES-MIB

IF-MIB CISCO-QUEUE-MIB

OLD-CISCO-IP-MIB

To be decided

OLD-CISCO-MEMORY-MIB

CISCO-MEMORY-POOL-MIB

OLD-CISCO-NOVELL-MIB

NOVELL-IPX-MIB

OLD-CISCO-SYS-MIB

(Compilation of other OLD* MIBs)

OLD-CISCO-SYSTEM-MIB

CISCO-CONFIG-COPY-MIB

OLD-CISCO-TCP-MIB

CISCO-TCP-MIB

OLD-CISCO-TS-MIB

To be decided

OLD-CISCO-VINES-MIB

CISCO-VINES-MIB

OLD-CISCO-XNS-MIB

To be decided

Limitations and Restrictions

The MICA and microcom modems are not supported on the Cisco AS5400. Only modem and digital services are supported by using the NextPort dial feature card.

Important Notes

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord for the T1 interface.

Caveats

For a list of the software caveats that apply to Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1, see "Caveats" section and Caveats for Cisco  IOS Release 12.1. The caveats document is updated for every maintenance release and is located on Cisco Connection Online (CCO)  and the Documentation CD-ROM.

Use these release notes with Cross-Platform Release Notes for Cisco  IOS Release 12.1 located on CCO  and the Documentation CD-ROM.


Note If you have an account with CCO, you can use Bug Navigator II to find caveats of any severity for any release. To reach Bug Navigator II, go to CCO and press Login. Then go to Software Center: Cisco IOS Software: Cisco Bugtool Navigator II. Another option is to go to http://www.cisco.com/support/bugtools.

Open Caveats---Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1

This section describes possibly unexpected behavior by Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD1 and describes only severity 1 and 2 caveats:

In T1-CAS environment, configured with Virtual-Templates and with active calls, either removing atleast two T1 lines or clearing all the active ports at once, causes a router reload with the following traceback:
    0x6033788C:process_handle_watchdog(0x60337858)+0x34
    0x6033B340:signal_receive(0x6033b290)+0xb0
    0x60331ACC:watchdog_forced_here(0x60331a08)+0xc4
    0x604A9284:ppp_manager(0x604a896c)+0x918
    0x6030A4BC:r4k_process_dispatch(0x6030a4a8)+0x14
    0x6030A4A8:r4k_process_dispatch(0x6030a4a8)+0x0
     
    
Workaround:Use the shut command on the interface prior to pulling the card while traffic is active.

Open Caveats---Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD

There are no reported severity 1 and severity 2 caveats for Cisco IOS Release 12.1(1) XD.

Related Documentation

The following sections describe the documentation available for the Cisco AS5400. These documents consist of hardware and software installation guides, Cisco IOS configuration and command references, system error messages, feature modules, and other documents.

Documentation is available as printed manuals or electronic documents, except for feature modules, which are available online on CCO  and the Documentation CD-ROM.

Use these release notes with these documents:

Release-Specific Documents

The following documents are specific to Cisco IOS Release 12.1 and are located on CCO  and the Documentation CD-ROM:

On CCO  at:
Technical Documents: Documentation Home Page: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1
On the Documentation CD-ROM at:
Cisco Product Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1: Release Notes: Cross-Platform Release Notes
Technical Documents
As a supplement to the caveats listed in "Caveats" in these release notes, see Caveats for Cisco  IOS Release 12.1 and Caveats for Cisco  IOS Release 12.1 T, which contain caveats applicable to all platforms for all maintenance releases of Cisco IOS Release 12.1 and Cisco IOS Release 12.1 T.
On CCO  at:
Technical Documents: Documentation Home Page: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1: Caveats
On the Documentation CD-ROM at:
Cisco Product Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1: Caveats

Feature Modules

Feature modules describe new features supported by Cisco IOS Release 12.1 and are updates to the Cisco IOS documentation set. A feature module consists of a brief overview of the feature, benefits, configuration tasks, and a command reference. As updates, the feature modules are available online only. Feature module information is incorporated in the next printing of the Cisco IOS documentation set.

On CCO  at:

Technical Documents: Documentation Home Page: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1: New Feature Documentation

On the Documentation CD-ROM at:

Cisco Product Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1: New Feature Documentation

Cisco IOS Software Documentation Set

The Cisco IOS software documentation set consists of the Cisco IOS configuration guides, Cisco IOS command references, and several other supporting documents that are shipped with your order in electronic form on the Documentation CD-ROM---unless you specifically ordered the printed versions.

Documentation Modules

Each module in the Cisco IOS documentation set consists of two books: a configuration guide and a corresponding command reference. Chapters in a configuration guide describe protocols, configuration tasks, Cisco IOS software functionality, and contain comprehensive configuration examples. Chapters in a command reference provide complete command syntax information. Use each configuration guide with its corresponding command reference.

On CCO  and the Documentation CD-ROM, two master hot-linked documents provide information for the Cisco IOS software documentation set.

On CCO  at:

Technical Documents: Documentation Home Page: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1: Configuration Guides and Command References

On the Documentation CD-ROM at:

Cisco Product Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1: Configuration Guides and Command References

Cisco IOS Release 12.1 Documentation Set

Table 5 describes the contents of the Cisco IOS Release 12.1 software documentation set, which is available in electronic form and in printed form if ordered.


Note You can find the most current Cisco IOS documentation on CCO  and the Documentation CD-ROM. These electronic documents may contain updates and modifications made after the hard-copy documents were printed.

On CCO  at:

Technical Documents: Documentation Home Page: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1

On the Documentation CD-ROM at:

Cisco Product Documentation: Cisco IOS Software Configuration: Cisco IOS Release 12.1


Table 5: Cisco IOS Software Release 12.1 Documentation Set
Books Major Topics

  • Cisco IOS Configuration Fundamentals Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Configuration Fundamentals Command Reference

Cisco IOS User Interfaces
Cisco IOS File Management
Cisco IOS System Management

  • Cisco IOS Bridging and IBM Networking Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Bridging and IBM Networking Command Reference, Volume I

  • Cisco IOS Bridging and IBM Networking Command Reference, Volume II

Using Cisco IOS Software
Overview of SNA Internetworking
Bridging
IBM Networking

  • Cisco IOS Dial Services Configuration Guide: Terminal Services

  • Cisco IOS Dial Services Configuration Guide: Network Services

  • Cisco IOS Dial Services Command Reference

Preparing for Dial Access
Modem Configuration and Management
ISDN and Signalling Configuration
PPP Configuration
Dial-on-Demand Routing Configuration
Dial-Backup Configuration
Terminal Service Configuration
Large-Scale Dial Solutions
Cost-Control Solutions
Virtual Private Networks
X.25 on ISDN Solutions
Telco Solutions
Dial-Related Addressing Services
Interworking Dial Access Scenarios

  • Cisco IOS Interface Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Interface Command Reference

Interface Configuration Overview
Configuring LAN Interfaces
Configuring Serial Interfaces
Configuring Logical Interfaces

  • Cisco IOS IP and IP Routing Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS IP and IP Routing Command Reference

IP Addressing and Services
IP Routing Protocols
IP Multicast

  • Cisco IOS AppleTalk and Novell IPX Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS AppleTalk and Novell IPX Command Reference

AppleTalk and Novell IPX Overview
Configuring AppleTalk
Configuring Novell IPX

  • Cisco IOS Apollo Domain, Banyan VINES, DECnet, ISO CLNS, and XNS Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Apollo Domain, Banyan VINES, DECnet, ISO CLNS, and XNS Command Reference

Apollo Domain, Banyan VINES, DECnet, ISO CLNS, and XNS Overview
Configuring Apollo Domain
Configuring Banyan VINES
Configuring DECnet
Configuring ISO CLNS
Configuring XNS

  • Cisco IOS Multiservice Applications Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Multiservice Applications Command Reference

Multiservice Applications Overview
Voice
Video
Broadband

  • Cisco IOS Quality of Service Solutions Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Quality of Service Solutions Command Reference

Quality of Service Overview
Classification
Congestion Management
Congestion Avoidance
Policing and Shaping
Signalling
Link Efficiency Mechanisms
Quality of Service Solutions

  • Cisco IOS Security Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Security Command Reference

Security Overview
Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA)
Security Server Protocols
Traffic Filtering and Firewalls
IP Security and Encryption
Other Security Features

  • Cisco IOS Switching Services Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Switching Services Command Reference

Cisco IOS Switching Services Overview
Cisco IOS Switching Paths
Cisco Express Forwarding
NetFlow Switching
MPLS Switching
Multilayer Switching
Multicast Distributed Switching
Virtual LANs
LAN Emulation

  • Cisco IOS Wide-Area Networking Configuration Guide

  • Cisco IOS Wide-Area Networking Command Reference

Wide-Area Networking Overview
Configuring ATM
Configuring Frame Relay
Configuring Frame Relay-ATM Interworking
Configuring SMDS
Configuring X.25 and LAPB

  • Cisco IOS Configuration Guide Master Index

  • Cisco IOS Command Reference Master Index

  • New Features in 12.1-Based Limited Lifetime Releases

  • New Features in Release 12.1 T

  • Release Notes (Release note and caveat documentation for 12.1-based releases and various platforms)

  • Cisco IOS Debug Command Reference

  • Cisco IOS Dial Services Quick Configuration Guide

 


Note Cisco Management Information Base (MIB) User Quick Reference is no longer published. If you have an account with CCO, you can find the current list of MIBs supported by Cisco. To reach the Cisco Network Management Toolkit, go to CC, press Login, and click to Software Center: Network Mgmt Products: Cisco Network Management Toolkit: Cisco MIB.

Obtaining Documentation

World Wide Web

You can access the most current Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at http://www.cisco.com, http://www-china.cisco.com, or http://www-europe.cisco.com.

Documentation CD-ROM

Cisco documentation and additional literature are available in a CD-ROM package, which ships with your product. The Documentation CD-ROM is updated monthly. Therefore, it is probably more current than printed documentation. The CD-ROM package is available as a single unit or as an annual subscription.

Ordering Documentation

Registered CCO users can order the Documentation CD-ROM and other Cisco Product documentation through our online Subscription Services at http://www.cisco.com/cgi-bin/subcat/kaojump.cgi.

Nonregistered CCO users can order documentation through a local account representative by calling Cisco's corporate headquarters (California, USA) at 408 526-4000 or, in North America, call 800 553-NETS (6387).

Obtaining Technical Assistance

Cisco provides Cisco Connection Online (CCO)  as a starting point for all technical assistance. Warranty or maintenance contract customers can use the Technical Assistance Center. All customers can submit technical feedback on Cisco documentation using the web, e-mail, a self-addressed stamped response card included in many printed documents, or by sending mail to Cisco.

Cisco Connection Online

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CCO's broad range of features and services helps customers and partners to streamline business processes and improve productivity. Through CCO, you will find information about Cisco and our networking solutions, services, and programs. In addition, you can resolve technical issues with online support services, download and test software packages, and order Cisco learning materials and merchandise. Valuable online skill assessment, training, and certification programs are also available.

Customers and partners can self-register on CCO to obtain additional personalized information and services. Registered users may order products, check on the status of an order and view benefits specific to their relationships with Cisco.

You can access CCO  in the following ways:

You can e-mail questions about using CCO to cco-team@cisco.com.

Technical Assistance Center

The Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) is available to warranty or maintenance contract customers who need technical assistance with a Cisco product that is under warranty or covered by a maintenance contract.

To display the TAC web site that includes links to technical support information and software upgrades and for requesting TAC support, use www.cisco.com/techsupport.

To contact by e-mail, use one of the following:

Language E-mail Address

English

tac@cisco.com

Hanzi (Chinese)

chinese-tac@cisco.com

Kanji (Japanese)

japan-tac@cisco.com

Hangul (Korean)

korea-tac@cisco.com

Spanish

tac@cisco.com

Thai

thai-tac@cisco.com

In North America, TAC can be reached at 800 553-2447 or 408 526-7209. For other telephone numbers and TAC e-mail addresses worldwide, consult the following web site: http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml.

Software Configuration Tips on the Cisco Technical Assistance Center Home Page

If you have a CCO log-in account, you can access the following URL, which contains links and tips on configuring your Cisco products:

http://www.cisco.com/kobayashi/technotes/serv_tips.shtml

This URL is subject to change without notice. If it changes, point your Web browser to CCO, press Login, and click on this path: Technical Assistance Center: Technical Tips.

The following sections are provided from the Technical Tips page:

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