Cabletron Systems BRIM-F6 - Manual (Page 4)

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Page 1-2 BRIM-F6 User’s Guide
1.1 Using This Manual
Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its
content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of
the BRIM-F6.
In addition to having a general working knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE
802.3 type data communications networks and their physical layer
components, you should also understand FDDI networks and the ANSI
X3T9.5 standard prior to installing the BRIM-F6. For a review of FDDI,
see Appendix A,
Basic FDDI Networks .
Chapter 1, Introduction , outlines the contents of this manual, highlights
BRIM-F6 features, and concludes with a list of related documentation.
Chapter 2, Installation , describes how to install FPIMs into the BRIM-F6
and how to install the BRIM-F6 into a Media Interface Module (MIM) or
a stand-alone hub.
Chapter 3, Using LANVIEW , describes how to use the front panel LEDs
to monitor BRIM performance.
Chapter 4, Specifications , lists various electrical and physical
specifications of the BRIM-F6.
Appendix A, Basic FDDI Networks , covers basic concepts of FDDI
networks, FDDI devices, and design/installation considerations.
1.2 Getting Help
If you need additional support related to the BRIM-F6, or if you have any
questions, comments, or suggestions concerning this manual, contact
Cabletron Systems Technical Support:
By phone .......................... (603) 332-9400
Monday-Friday; 8am - 8pm EST
By CompuServe
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By Internet mail ............... [email protected]
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