SNMP TrapServer & e500 RTU
Trap Server

ALARM MONITORING /      
NETWORK MANAGEMENT / MEDIATION
      Ideal for Disaster Recovery & Smart Grid Applications

                    FREE ON-LINE DEMO

TrapServer SUMMARY:

Mediates/Monitors/Dispatches/Forwards Events --
Area Viewer:  Quickly determine system health via graphic interface*
Event Viewer:  See everything that affects QoS
Web Reports:  Enable users to remotely see network health
Craft Access Security:  Minimize windshield time by allowing
     remote access from virtually anywhere, not just local equipment
Dispatch Manager:  Notify scheduled technicians without operator assistance

The TrapServer is an application-agile, vendor-neutral, multi-protocol network
management tool that consolidates/concentrates and monitors ASCII/TL-1,
TBOS, SNMP, MODBUS, and proprietary protocols from network elements
relating to a company’s internal communications infrastructure, with SSL web
access control security.  TrapServer manages Area-Of-Responsibility
notification and reports.  TrapServer provides users with trouble-tracking from
notification of an event through its repair to resolution of the detected trouble. 
TrapServer provides Disaster Recovery through redundant TrapServers and supports multiple IP
and gateway connections to internal infrastructure.  TrapServer “future-proofs” your monitoring
network with a specific goal of reducing operating expenses.

Specifically, the TrapServer displays, forwards, archives, dispatches and monitors SNMP, ASCII,
and TL-1 based equipment, providing a simple, low-cost tool that will decrease the amount of
dispatches to a problem site.  It also serves as a platform to notify (page / email) your technicians
on qualifying events.  For instance, the TrapServer can be configured to notify only when critical
and major alarms occur.  This augments the NOC and puts the dispatch decision-making into the
most knowledgeable resource, your regional staff.  The TrapServer also has a user-friendly craft
access, which allows technicians access to TrapServer monitored elements from anywhere,
not just at when connected to local equipment. 

TrapServer is Larse and full-featured Badger Technology 481 compatible.  With a web-browser, it
is fully graphically configurable for all devices monitored.  It can serve as a replacement for NetBoss®,
the Harris Network Management System. 


Detailed feature list:

* Color-coded text events in Event Viewer containing a History Window and a Standing Alarm Window.
* Manager that processes SNMP trap v1/v2/v3, ASCII / TL1 over serial, TCP/ IP and FIFO.
* SNMP Trap Forwarding feature to forward traps to multiple SNMP managers with any trap version
         (SNMP trap v1, v2c, v3).
* Trap Relay feature that process traps from trap-generating SNMP devices.
* Gateway, via dual network interfaces, which provides routing capabilities and can restrict access
        to the region.
* Event Viewer contains facility to clear and acknowledge events.
* Notification (email / page) of qualifying events if system-level timeout exhausted before event is
        cleared or acknowledged and also based upon duty schedule.
* Event Reminder feature is a system-level, user-adjustable time (seconds) setting that allows events
        to be continually reported until cleared or acknowledged.
* Web-based history report.
* User security restricting usage of the TrapServer features as well as restricting use of the operating system.
* User administration that configures all TrapServer and operating system user security in two simple steps.
* Craft access (Windows X11 open graphics standard) to monitored network elements via serial interfaces. 
              Telnet used for TCP / IP devices.
* Simple OEM integration.
* TrapPro option allows ability to spoof network element OID for MOMs, as well as TrapStorm protection, bridge
       isolation.  TrapPro resides in TrapServer hardware.
* Area Viewer (Windows GUI) shows iconified event activity.  AreaViewer window contains:  multiple windows;
      flashing for new alarms; solid for acknowledged alarms; icons;  represented areas, with each area having
      children called sites, devices, and entities; color reflects severity of event; operator activity; event
      acknowledge (ceases dispatching, ends reminders); ability to “Ack” subsequent cascading levels, shutting
      off audible; ability to “Event Clear,” ceasing dispatching, ends reminders, removes from stand event window;
      ability to “Clear” subsequent cascading levels and shut off audible. 

For SONET TL-1, TrapServer can manage events from the Alcatel 1603/1612 SONET Multiplexer.  For
       Nortel DMS Switches, Trap Server can manage events from the DMS-100/100/250/MTX Central
       Office Switches.  TrapServer can also manage equipment involved with Harris microwave monitoring
       systems. 

Partial application list:

► AFC UMC 1000     ► Alcatel SONET Multiplexer 1603/12/48     ► Alcatel NMS 1320, TSM-2500, TSM-3500
► Alcatel-Lucent MDR-8000 microwave radios using SNMP
► Andrews Corp, Mikom  MR Series, Node C Series, MMR Series   ► Applied Innovation AIBadger, AIScout, AISpy
► Badger AC  NetManager, 481 RTU, Badger2000, e500 RMU     ► Cordell  Centurian, ISD3000, CinNAS
► Dantel  WebMon, Point Master Eagle, Vision Master, Remote Master, MicroNOC, 460 ACS
► DPS  AlphaMax 82A/82S, IAM5, NetGuardian (all), DPM, KDA, RAB     ► Ericsson Switch AXE     ► Ericsson IMC
► Harris  Digital Telephone PBX 20/20, StarView     ► Lucent  C.O. Switch 5-ESS     ► Lucent  DDM-2000
► Lucent  Wireless processor ECP     ► NET IDNX     ► Nortel Transport Node OC3/12/48
► Nortel DMS-10/100/500/MTX, SNMP Module     ► RFS RPM 800   ► CTSK VoIP Switch
► Protocols supported Modbus, TL-1, TBOS (all either Serial & TCP/IP) and  Badger 481 
► Tellabs DACS Titan 5500, 530, 531, 523L   ►   Valare Power System units 
► OME-3500 devices (Nortel Manager can only handle 20 devices)  ► CalAmp Viper DataRadio Two-Way
► DPS Telecom NetGuardian alarm unit    ► I.D.:  Ericsson EMS (XMATE) & Fujitsu FETEX 150
► Westronics WS2000   ►  Harris CAU/DVA  ►  Sycamore Networks DNX Configuration Monitoring
► DNP3 Monitoring and Separate North Bound Interface (NBI) Monitoring   ►  NoranTel SiteVu

Modbus Serial and Modbus TCP/IP is another protocol recently added to the TrapServer that is of interest
       to utilities such as electric and pipelines.
TrapServer operates in a "Stand Alone" configuration and in an Integrated Configuration with Badger
       NetManager.  All the features currently provided with TrapServer are still available; Event Viewer;
       Web Reports; Secure Craft Access; Regionalization of IP addresses and optional Email/Paging.

Other protocols for the TrapServer include: the Nortel Transport Node OC3/12/48, Lucent
DDM-2000 and AFC UMC1000 Fiber multiplex interfaces. These interfaces are in addition to the Alcatel
       1603/1612/1648 Fiber Monitoring Interfaces.  Furthermore, path break (ring or link) can be detected
        and the location (between fiber terminals) can be presented to the user too!

FIBER MONITORING:  TrapServer will also provide monitoring of TL-1 Fiber Multiplex Gateway from the
equipment incorporating Python scripts to interface for each Fiber Multiplex "type".  Events detected from the
Nortel equipment will be prioritized and enabled for paging/email based on customer-defined priority using
the Dispatch Manager.  Customer can also view these events using dial-in and/or html (WEB) browser
access for current events and for event history.

FAULT LOCATION:  Optionally, for fiber fault location, TrapServer employs an in-bound Tstx driver equipped
with a custom Python Module to perform event correlation and system logging.  This is used in determining a
fiber cut (outage) within a specific route.  Once the Python Module is implemented, the event correlation rules
would be adjustable using a graphical  interface.

SMART GRID/NERC:  Physical security capabilities are driving a lot of concern amongst the electric utilities.
TrapServer has numerous capabilities for Secure Access to include double-checking that only the required work
was done during the period of access. Also the capability of one-time passwords for one-time workers.
Other capabilities:  site security; card-reader access, motion detectors, alarm and camera solutions
(to monitor workers at the site from any location), event logging, general access, programmability of legacy
equipment, built-in firewalls, control (on/off) and reboot of equipment capability, etc.  HVAC and environmentals
problems are somewhat common.  Through available, adaptable scripts, TrapServer has the ability to manage
HVAC systems, turning them on and off when needed and not needed (to save money).

STANDBY GENERATOR REPORTING:  TrapServer provides Generator Ran, Generator Did Not Run,
Generator Took Load, and Generator Did Not Take Load reports.  Variations can include:  Estimated Generator
Fuel Level Remaining, Estimated Run-Time Remaining, Generator Exceeded Run Time, and
Generator Did Not Meet Run Time.  Common report info:  Site Name, Gen_Run Start, Gen_Pwr Start,
Gen_Pwr Stop, Gen_Run Stop, Gen Load Time, Gen Run Time, FS Area.

TrapServer offers customers a secure migration path for future expansion of their alarm and control systems.
Non-proprietary hardware, interfaces, operating systems, and protocols keep the customer in control of his
system.  TrapServer supports the writing of new scripts for alarm gathering but the customer can easily write
their own to customize the system as the wish.  As newer equipment enters the system architecture, systems
upgrades are routinely handled by the customer using Python, an open source language.  (Additional
software modules are being written for legacy and newer network elements on a routine basis.) 

TrapServer can poll Badger full-featured 481 RTUs and Larse 1200 RTUs over an IP Network. 
Each RTU has it’s own IP Address (because of the terminal server) and TrapServer opens
a socket to the RTU and polls those RTUs.  TrapServer can be made to provide performance &
configuration (provisioning) as well as its traditional fault monitoring / management.  Just ask!   

Some things you may want to consider when you make your decision: 

--  How flexible is the system in regards to interfacing to existing network elements or network elements?
--  How flexible is the system in regards to the hardware it is operating on?
--  Does the system offer flexibility of monitoring legacy & new network elements over multiple IP networks?
--  Can the system accommodate MULTIPLE LAN networks?
--  Can the system be supported locally using Operations Personnel?
--  Does the system fit into your future plans regard "Open Systems" such as non-proprietary hardware and
           non-proprietary software?
--  When there is a hardware problem with the system, do you need to send it back to the factory or can it
           be supported locally?
--  How limited in monitoring capacity is the system (i.e., what quantity and mix of devices can be monitored)?
--  Can the system support multiple logged-on Web Browser sessions?
--  Customizable reports such as “over the weekend” report?
--  Can options be easily added (such as Trouble-Tickets)?
--  Does the system poll fully featured Badger 481 RTUs (and/or Larse 1200 RTUs) over an IP network?
--  Does the system restrict you to use a hard-to-support operating system such as DOS?
--  Is the system fully graphically configurable for all devices monitored?  
 

Is this your problem?

“Every NE we purchase comes with its own EMS, so that we have many systems we need to watch and learn.”

“My company just acquired new sites/operating areas, and they have an incompatible monitoring system separate from what I use now.”

“My system is obsolete; I can’t expand it, and it is no longer supported by the original vendor, or I can’t find the original vendor so I can’t get support.”

“My monitoring system is difficult to operate and can’t easily grow with my communications system.”

“I need my technicians to have access with the same information as the NOC.”

“My current system works well, but it isn’t compatible with the latest technologies we are adding to our system."

TrapServer is the solution! 

TrapServer is a registered trademark of SchoRen NMS Solutions, Inc.

Please let us know if you'd like a TrapServer datasheet or presentation. 
 

If you're interested in hearing about a very cost-effective, IP-based (web-based) RTU (Remote Terminal Unit)
similar to that from Applied Innovation (Badger AI - OmniRemote), DPS (NetGuardian), or Dantel's WebMon,
please let us know.  Below is a brief overview:

Enterprise 500 Remote Monitoring Unit (e500 RMU)
with expandable contact closure alarm points, analog inputs, and control relay outputs,
as well as terminal server ports. 

Functions & features:

• One or Two Ethernet Ports – Router Functionality with local access
• Wide Range Power Supply - +/- 21 to 60 VDC. AC Option Available!
• 6 Terminal Server Ports, Optional 2 additional. Ethernet and/or Dial-up
• Optional 48 Contact Closure (Bi-State) Monitoring Points
• Optional 48 Single Analog Monitoring Points (or 24 Differential)
• Optional 16 Control Output Points, 3 form C
• Built-In Web server for Viewing & Configuring Alarm & Control Points
• SNMP traps to Integrated TrapServer and other SNMP managers
• Optionally use Dial-up for reporting SNMP over PPP

• Detects door openings and office summary alarms
• Normal/Off-Normal point configuration
• Configurable delay or debounce setting per point
• TTL or Contact Closures to ground
• For Temperature and Power measurements
• Monitors fuels levels
• 20 m volt Resolution per input
• Multiple Thresholds in Voltage Range
• Operates devices remotely by approved Users
• Turns on lights or auxiliary equipment
• 16 Control Relays
• Magnetically Latched in position
• Telnet to each Port independently
• Enables users to access craft ports remotely
• Remotely configure Network Elements
• Monitor NE’s, be they applications in telephony, cellular, datacomm, etc.  

If you're interested in on-line demos of both the SNMP TrapServer and the e500, please let us know! 

Note:  if you're interested in just a simple SNMP device which can convert to local contact closures,
we can do that, too!   Just ask!!! 

IBEX Systems
150 Greenfield Drive
Bloomingdale, IL  60108-3016 USA
tel:  630 307-3634  
www.ibexsystems.com

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