Apple product number M5214Z/B
New in factory sealed box
Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server
The Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server provides a flexible, scalable, and secure way to offer network access to large numbers of remote or mobile users. Used in conjunction with one or more Apple Remote Access Serial Cards, it allows a Macintosh computer or a Workgroup Server to support from 4 to 16 simultaneous dial-up connections*. This provides an ideal solution for workgroups or entire organizations that want to enable employees to work productively and efficiently no matter what their location -- whether they're at home, out of town, or even out of the country.
Unlike conventional complex server software, the Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server is designed to streamline administrative tasks, while maximizing administrator productivity and control. The software installs in minutes and features sophisticated management capabilities, including industry-standard Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support. This allows administrators to flexibly manage and maintain connections. Adding ports is simple, and the server features an automatically generated activity log that can be exported to a variety of programs for further analysis.
On the client side, the Apple Remote Access Client for Macintosh software is also designed with efficiency and productivity in mind. From its single-step installation to such productivity-enhancing features as full System 7 integration and extensive connection- management capabilities, it provides everything users need to help them get their work done easily and efficiently -- wherever they are.
Users can also be confident that their work will be secure. The Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server offers a host of sophisticated security features that allow administrators to maintain the integrity of the network. These features -- such as password aging, location validation, and the ability to filter access to services -- make it one of the most secure remote access servers available. And because its security architecture is supported by leading third-party security vendors, administrators can choose to augment the server's built-in security features with additional challenge-and-response security modules.
FEATURES
Ease of installation and use
Multilevel security
Scalable solution
Powerful administrative capabilities
Flexible client capabilities
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Administrator control and monitoring
Security
Modem support and scripts
Network types supported
Connection types supported
Error detection/Data compression
FEATURES
Ease of installation and use
Takes only minutes to set up a server and to add users or ports as needed
Provides built-in, context-sensitive help
Multilevel security
Provides a variety of sophisticated security features, making it one of the most secure remote access servers available
Is supported by leading third-party security vendors, so administrators can choose to augment its built-in capabilities with additional security modules
Scalable solution
Allows a Macintosh computer, Power Macintosh computer, or a Workgroup Server to support from 4 to 16 simultaneous dial-up connections*
Runs on a variety of Macintosh computers, so you can choose the system that's appropriate for your needs
- The Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server includes support for 4 ports and is available for Macintosh and Power Macintosh computers and Workgroup Servers (Macintosh operating system-based). Support for 8, 12, or 16 ports requires purchase of 1, 2, or 3 Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server 4-Port Expansion Kits respectively. These expansion kits are not available for Power Macintosh computers or Workgroup Servers 7250 or 8550.
Powerful administrative capabilities
Allows flexible port configurations
Offers comprehensive user management facilities
Supports industry-standard SNMP
Tracks resource usage and automatically generates an activity log that can be exported for further analysis
Flexible client capabilities
Supports a variety of connections, including cellular, X.25, and ISDN*
Is fully integrated with Macintosh System 7, so remote users can work with such familiar tools as the Chooser, Alias Manager, and the Finder
- X.25, ISDN, and cellular connections require additional Apple or third-party products.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Administrator control and monitoring
Ability to monitor and manage server activity by port and user
Ability to broadcast messages or send them to selected users
Ability to adjust connection time by user
Ability to disconnect any single user or all users
Built-in Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), enabling you to monitor the server from any SNMP-based network management station
Security
User name and password authentication
Adjustable password length
Filtering of network services by account
Ability to disallow client use of Save Password option
Account disable after specified number of password failures
Password aging
External security architecture (for example, for providing challenge-and-response authentication through a third-party security module)
Callback feature that verifies the user's identity by returning calls to a predetermined phone number
Activity log for recording user and server activities
Administrative password option
Modem support and scripts
Supports any Hayes-compatible 9,600-bps or higher-speed modem with the appropriate script. Modem scripts for many popular modems are included:
ISDN support: Hayes ISDN adapter
Scripts included with the Apple Remote Access Client for Macintosh can also be used with the Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server
Additional scripts may be available. Contact an authorized Apple reseller or representative or your modem manufacturer for more details.
Administrators or other programmers familiar with connection control languages (CCLs) can also write the necessary scripts using the Apple Remote Access Modem Scripting Guide and Modem Workshop software, which are included with the Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server.
Network types supported
Support for any AppleTalk network; the most common network choices include:
LocalTalk
Ethernet
Token Ring
Connection types supported
Support for a range of connection types:
Standard telephone
Cellular*
X.25*
ISDN*
- X.25 support requires purchase of Apple Remote Access MultiPort Server X.25 Extension; ISDN or cellular support requires additional third-party products.
Error detection/Data compression
Includes several built-in components that allow for error-free and optimized delivery of data
Smart buffering (developed by Apple Computer, Inc.) for data- transfer optimization
MNP, an industry standard for error detection
V.42bis, an industry standard for data compression
Specifications
Maximum number of simultaneous connections: 16
User name maximum length: 31 characters
Password maximum length: 8 characters
Total number of user records: 8,192
Maximum connect time: selectable
Maximum number of activity log entries: 32,767
Licensing information
Comes with license to install Apple Remote Access MultiPort software on a single Macintosh and to install Apple Remote Access Client for Macintosh software on up to four systems
Additional client software must be purchased or licensed separately; consult your authorized Apple reseller or representative for information
Operating requirements:
For the server side
A Macintosh computer with one or more NuBus slots and at least 5MB of RAM, a Power Macintosh computer, or a Workgroup Server. For configurations with more than four ports, additional memory is required, and a high-performance system is recommended*.
Macintosh system software version 7.0 or later (version 7.1 or later recommended)
A hard disk drive and an Apple SuperDrive floppy disk drive
Apple Remote Access Serial Card and Apple RS-232 Cable
One or more Hayes-compatible 9,600 bps/V.32 or higher-speed modems
Apple Remote Access Client for Macintosh
- Support for Macintosh computers that require 7-inch NuBus cards may not be available at this time; consult your authorized Apple reseller or representative.
For the client side
A Macintosh Plus or later model with at least 4MB of RAM or a Power Macintosh computer
Macintosh system software version 7.0 or later
A hard disk drive
An Apple or other Hayes-compatible modem (2,400 bps minimum; 9,600 bps or higher recommended) and appropriate modem cable, if needed
Updates for this product are downloadable free online from multiple sources.
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