Use the Connectivity Specification editor to model connectivities.
When working with the Connectivity Specification editor, see the following topics:
Use the Connectivity Properties Tab to define the properties of Connectivity specifications.
Field | Use |
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Connectivity Classification | Select one of the following to set the connectivity type:
Along with the value for Entity Type, the Connectivity Classification selection drives UIM functionality for entities based on this specification. |
Entity Type | For Multiplexed and Service connectivity types, displays the predefined entity type (Channelized Connectivity or Service Connectivity).
For Packet connectivity, select one of the following entity types, which determines what role the entity plays in a packet network:
Along with the value for Connectivity Classification, the Entity Type selection determines UIM functionality for entities based on this specification. |
Technology | Displays the technology type or types assigned to the connectivity. Use the Select or Add button to create a technology that applies to the connectivity. The technology you select must be valid for the connectivity type. For Service Connectivity specifications, the technology must be set to Undefined. |
Service Connectivity Controlled | For service connectivities only. If enabled, connectivities based on this specification can be created only as a part of a service configuration. |
Open | Click to open the editor for the selected technology. The editor opens in a new tab. |
Add | Not used |
Remove | Click to remove the selected technology. |
Select | Click to open a dialog box in which you select from the technologies that are valid for this combination of connectivity type and entity type. |