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Nortel Networks 4500 FIPS User Manual

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Figure 4 – 10/100BASE-TX LAN LEDs

These physical interfaces are separated into the logical interfaces from FIPS as described in the
following table:

Switch physical interface

FIPS 140-1 Logical Interface

10/100BASE-TX LAN Port,
LAN Port,
Serial Port

Data Input Interface

10/100BASE-TX LAN Port,
LAN Port,
Serial Port

Data Output Interface

Power Button,
Reset Button,
Serial Port,
LAN Port

Control Input Interface

LAN Port LEDs,
10/100BASE-TX LAN Port LEDs
Serial Port
Power Button Light
Reset Button Light

Status Output Interface

Dual Power Plugs

Power Interface

Table 1 – FIPS 140-1 Logical Interfaces

2.3 Redundancy and Physical Security

With up to 5,000 simultaneous users accessing critical information, network managers can rest
assured that the Contivity Extranet Switch is designed for high availability. Auto switching
redundant power supplies and a redundant storage system protect against failure. Multilevel
authentication methods and automatic backup of all system and accounting data ensure
maximum reliability and management peace of mind. The Switch meets FCC requirements in
47 CFR Part 15 for personal computers and peripherals designated for business use (ClassA),
and is labeled in accordance with FCC requirements.

The Contivity™ Extranet Switch 4500 is entirely encased by a thick steel chassis. The system
has three removable portions: the front bezel, the top cover, and the I/O Panel. Removing the