MRV Communications EM316-2SFP - Manual (Page 22)

EM316-2SFP User Guide
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4 Module Management
Most Fiber Driver modules, including the EM316-2SFP, may be managed by a Fiber Driver network
management (NM) module installed in the same chassis.
The EM316-2SFP module may be managed by either the EM316NM-5 or EM316LNXNM-OT Network
Management (NM) modules.
The NM module installs in the same chassis as the managed modules. It provides management for
the 2SFP module and other compatible Fiber Driver modules resident in the chassis. Refer to specific
module documentation to determine compatibility with a specific NM.
Although the factory settings are appropriate for most installations, network management through an
NM module is highly recommended. Network environments are unpredictable, and Fiber Driver
network management is a critical tool for proactive administration as well as for reduced operating
expenses.
The NM provides a command line interface (CLI), accessible either through a local serial port and
console or from the IP network using a terminal emulation environment. Some CLI commands specific
to the 2SFP module in a managed environment are discussed in this section. Refer to the appropriate
NM documentation (EM316NM-5 or EM316LNXNM-OT) for further details regarding the interface and
commands specific to your installation.
The network management module also provides Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
support to allow control through any industry standard network management system (NMS). To
maximize the graphical remote management control of Fiber Driver modules, MRV offers
MegaVision® Pro. It is a unique and full-featured NMS with graphical user interfaces (GUI) for all
managed MRV network components including Fiber Driver. A limited version of MegaVision called
“Configurator” is available for trial through the MRV website (
http://www.mrv.com ). Refer to MegaVision
Pro documentation for more information on the benefits offered with the product.