In this scenario, the primary System Manager is in the active mode and manages all elements in the system. The secondary System Manager is running in the standby mode with the database in the read-only mode.

• The primary System Manager is in the active mode and manages the normal System Manager responsibilities including:

  • Providing a web console for the call routing configuration, the user configuration, and the network configuration administration of Session Manager.

  • Replicating the database to the secondary System Manager.

  • Replicating portions of the database to the various elements.

  • Authenticating and authorizing the elements that require System Manager services.

  • Processing SNMP traps and alarms.

  • Responding to System Manager status requests from elements.

  • Performing normal fault management tasks such as handling alarms tests and maintenance tests.

  • Collecting the performance data from the Session Manager elements.

• The secondary System Manager is in the standby mode and performs the following functions:

  • Receiving the database replication data from the primary System Manager, and storing the data in the database.

  • Authenticating and authorizing the elements that require System Manager services.

  • Processing SNMP traps and alarms.

  • Collecting the performance data from the Session Manager elements.