Cabletron Systems FOMIM-32 - Manual (Page 8)

FOMIM User’s Guide 1-1
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems FOMIM-32/36/38 Fiber Optic
Media Interface Module User’s Guide . We have designed this manual
to serve as a simple installation and reference guide for the FOMIM, and
to explain the capabilities and special features of the module. Before
using the FOMIM, you need to carefully read through this manual to gain
a full understanding of the FOMIM and its capabilities.
Cabletron Systems offers three versions of 1300 nm single mode Fiber
Optic Media Interface Modules:
• FOMIM-32 providing 12 links with ST type connectors
• FOMIM-36 providing 6 links with ST type connectors
• FOMIM-38 providing 18 links with ST type connectors
1.1 USING THIS MANUAL
Chapter 1, Introduction , discusses the capabilities and special features of
the Cabletron Systems FOMIMs (Figure 1-1). This chapter also includes
a list of related manuals.
Chapter 2, Network Requirements and Installation , contains a list of
network requirements that must be met before you install the FOMIM and
instructions for installing the FOMIM into the MMAC chassis.
Chapter 3, Testing and Troubleshooting , provides procedures for testing
and troubleshooting the installation of the FOMIM. Instructions for using
LANVIEW, Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status
monitoring system, are also included.
Appendix A, FOMIM Specifications , contains operational specifications
and environmental requirements for the FOMIM.