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Introduction, 1 using this manual, Chapter 1 – Cabletron Systems BRIM-T6 User Manual

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the

BRIM-T6 USER’S GUIDE

. This manual describes

BRIM-T6 features, installation instructions, and operating procedures. It is
intended for all users of the BRIM-T6.

1.1 USING THIS MANUAL

If you are unfamiliar with Cabletron Systems’ networking products, please
read this manual completely to gain an understanding of the features and
capabilities of the BRIM-T6. Also, you should have a general knowledge
of Token Ring (IEEE 802.5) data communications networks and their
physical layer components before operating the BRIM-T6.

This manual is organized as follows:

Chapter 1,

Introduction

, outlines the contents of this manual and

discusses BRIM-T6 features, capabilities, and specifications. It also
describes how to get technical help and lists related documentation.

Chapter 2,

Installation

, describes how to configure and install the

BRIM-T6 and Token Ring Port Interface Modules (TPIMs).

Chapter 3,

Connecting to the Network

, describes how to establish the

physical link to a Local Area Network (LAN) by connecting standard
network cable segments to the BRIM-T6.

Chapter 4,

Monitoring and Troubleshooting

, describes how to use

the

LANVIEW LEDs diagnostic system to monitor the BRIM-T6’s
operational status. It also describes procedures for resolving problems
encountered establishing a link to a network via the BRIM-T6 interface.

Appendix A,

TPIM Specifications

, describes specifications for Cabletron

Systems’ series of attachable TPIMs.

Appendix B,

Media Specifications

, describes specifications for network

media.