# Getting Started With VistaLink PRO

A typical Network Management System (NMS) consists of a PC (running the VistaLINK™ PRO Server and/or Client software), a network connection, either through a hub with network cables or directly to the “Agent” (the 7700/500/3000FC VistaLINK™ Frame Controller), which in turn communicates with the VistaLINK™-enabled modules in a 7700/500/3000FR-C frame.

Hardware Requirements

- Pentium 4 1.0GHz (or higher)

- 512MB RAM

- 100Mb Ethernet Card, TCP/IP configured

- 8MB Video card

- 1024x768 screen resolution

- Windows NT4, 2000, XP, Server 2003 operating system

- CD-ROM

VistaLINK™ PRO Typical Setup

1. Configure the 7700FC VistaLINK™ Frame Controller to be monitored with appropriate network settings to communicate with the PC running VistaLINK™ PRO.

2. Install VistaLINK™ PRO Server and/or Client on the same or multiple PCs.
   Installation instructions are provided in the next section of this VistaLINK™ PRO Help.

3. Install Network/Service Client View or Monitoring Grid Client View.

4. Activate Client Licenses.

5. Set administrative privileges, operator passwords and access rights.

6. Configure automated frame and product discovery cycles.

7. Configure VistaLINK™-enabled modules.

8. Configuring alarm properties including alarm severity, email notifications, sounds, etc.

9. Generate “service” views through the Service Wizard or display a virtual wall “Monitoring Grid” view.