Cabletron Systems 6H129-08 - Manual (Page 13)

6H128-08 and 6H129-08 User’s Guide 1-1
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems 6H128-08 and 6H129-08
SmartSwitch 6000 Modules User’s Guide . This guide describes the
6H128-08 and 6H129-08 interface modules and provides information
concerning network requirements, installation, troubleshooting, and the
use of Local Management for these modules.
1.1 USING THIS GUIDE
Read through this guide completely to understand the features,
capabilities, and Local Management functions of the 6H128-08 and
6H129-08 modules. A general working knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE
802.3 type data communications networks and their physical layer
components is helpful when using these devices.
1.2 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE
This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter 1 , Introduction , outlines the contents of this manual, describes
the features of the 6H12X-08, and provides instructions for getting
additional help. This chapter also includes a list of technology and user
guides that may help the user to set up and manage the 6H12X-08.
Chapter 2 , Network Requirements , outlines the network requirements
that must be met before installing the 6H12X-08 into the 6C105
SmartSwitch 6000 chassis.
NOTE
The 6H128-08 and 6H129-08 have identical features and
functions with the exception that the 6H128-08 supports
multimode fiber, and the 6H129-08 supports single mode fiber
on their fixed ports.
If the information discussed in this document applies to both
the 6H128-08 and 6H129-08, they will be referred to as either
the 6H12X-08 or the module. If the information applies
specifically to one module, that module will be referred to by its
specific name, such as the 6H129-08.