INTRODUCTION
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems MT-800 Multiport Transceiver. We
have designed this manual to introduce you to the MT-800 and explain
how it is used with other Cabletron Systems products in creating a
complete network solution.
1.1
USING THIS MANUAL
You should read this manual thoroughly to gain a full understanding
of the MT-800 and its capabilities.
Chapter 1,
Introduction
, contains general information about how the
MT-800 is connected to a network and how it operates. This chapter
also includes a list of related user manuals.
Chapter 2,
Network Requirements/Specifications
, lists the
network design guidelines plus operating specifications and power
requirements for the MT-800.
Chapter 3,
Installation
, contains the steps for unpacking the MT-800,
setting its switches and installing the Multiport Transceiver on your
network.
Chapter 4,
Testing and LANVIEW
, contains procedures for checking
that the MT-800 is properly installed on your network and a
description of the LANVIEW
®
LEDs and their function.
We assume that you have a general working knowledge of Ethernet or
IEEE 802.3 type data communications networks and their physical
layer components.
1.2
GETTING HELP
If any additional support is needed related to the Cabletron Systems
MT-800, contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support at:
Cabletron Systems
P.O. Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03867-0505
Phone: (603) 332-9400
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