Cabletron Systems MicroMMAC 22ES, Installation Manual

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Micro-CS Overview
Micro-CS Installation Guide 1-3
Before calling Cabletron Systems Technical Support, have the following
information ready:
• A description of the failure
• A description of any action(s) already taken to resolve the problem
(e.g., changing mode switches, rebooting the unit, etc.)
• A description of your network environment (layout, cable type, etc.)
• Network load and frame size at the time of trouble (if known)
• The serial and revision numbers of all Cabletron Systems products in
the network
• The device history (i.e., have you returned the device before, is this a
recurring problem, etc.)
• Any previous Return Material Authorization (RMA) numbers
1.5 MICRO-CS OVERVIEW
The Cabletron Micro-CS is a Xylogics Remote Annex 2000 compatible,
multi-port communication server designed to reside in the MicroMMAC
series of stand-alone hubs. The Micro-CS integrates a communication
server with remote dial-in/dial out access, dial-up routing, and terminal
and communications access capabilities into the MicroMMAC.
1.5.1 Remote Network Access
The Micro-CS provides network support for: TCP/IP, Novell Netware,
and AppleTalk.
1.5.2 Dial-Up Routing
The Micro-CS provides dial-up routing support for UNIX and Novell
networks. Using a Micro-CS, Network Administrators can connect two or
more networks over a standard telephone line.