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PREFACE
Purpose
This guide provides information about the features and applications of the
Enterasys Networks Vertical Horizon VH-8G switch system.
Audience
This guide is intended for Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN)
administrators and Management Information Systems (MIS) personnel
with the following background:
• Working knowledge of Ethernet LANs
• Familiarity with Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
Conventions
This section describes the conventions used in this guide.
Message Formats
Two types of messages, identified by icons, appear in the text:
Keyboard Entries
This guide uses the following conventions for keyboard entries:
• When you read “enter,” type the text and press the [Enter] key.
• Example: Enter the Gateway IP address and press the [Enter] key.
• When you read “select,” highlight the menu item and press the [Enter]
key.
A note informs you of special circumstances.
A caution indicates the possibility of equipment damage.
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