Cabletron Systems TRXI-42A - Manual (Page 7)

INTRODUCTION
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems TRXI-22A, TRXI-24A, TRXI-42A,
and TRXI-44A Active Token Ring Intelligent Hub User’s Guide .
This manual provides installation instructions, network
requirements, and reference information for the TRXI Active
stand-alone concentrator. You should have an understanding of Token
Ring (IEEE 802.5) type data communications networks and their
physical layer components before installing the TRXI.
Note : This manual uses the term TRXI to describe the TRXI -22A, 24A,
42A, and 44A unless otherwise specified.
1.1 USING THIS MANUAL
The following summary provides information about each chapter in
this manual. Read through the summary to familiarize yourself with
this manual’s organization and content.
Chapter 1, Introduction , outlines the contents of this manual and
describes features of the TRXI. It also lists recommended reading for
implementing a Token Ring network.
Chapter 2, Requirements/Specifications , describes cabling
requirements, network guidelines, and TRXI operating specifications.
Chapter 3, Installation , contains instructions for installing your
TRXI and connecting it to the network using the various media types.
This chapter includes instructions for setting the Ring Speed Switch,
setting the NVRAM Switch, installing the TPIMs, and setting the
TPIM Phantom Switch.
Chapter 4, Testing and Troubleshooting , contains procedures for
testing the TRXI after installation, a description of the LANVIEW®
LEDs, and explains the front panel LCD display.
Chapter 5, Local Management , describes how to access Local
Management. It also describes each of the Local Management screens
and the available commands.