Cabletron Systems Netlink FRX8000, User Manual

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Chapter 2
Getting Started
The installation document that is shipped with each FRX8000 describes the procedure
for setting up a new node and configuring a connection to the operational network.
Before the node can become fully functional, however, the software must be cus-
tomized for the devices to which it will connect, the traffic it will receive and transmit,
and various operating parameters that can be set to your specific needs.
This customization is done via configuration of database records (described in Section
II), which identify the hardware components and connected devices. Access to the
database records is through a system of screen menus on an INM on the operational
network.
Using the INM Menu System
FRX8000 network management functions are carried out at one of three “levels” in an
INM or NMP:
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System level – is where UNIX operating system functions, as well as some
FRX8000 non-menu operations, are performed. The software enters this level
during start up of an ICP/INM/NMP, and can be accessed later by exiting the
menu level.
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Menu level – is where most software configuration is performed, by using menu
selections on an INM/NMP screen to open and change database files (described
in Chapter 3). Most monitoring and control operations can be performed with
menu operations.
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Graphics level – provides a visual representation of the network, and allows
many of the monitoring and control operations available from the menus. This
level is entered from the menu level, and is available only on a local VGA
monitor.
The menu level consists of a series of menus and sub-menus that are used to configure,
control, and monitor FRX8000s. The Main Menu is shown in
Figure 2-1 . The organi-
zation of the sub-menus under Main Menu item A is shown in Chapter 3 . Organization
of sub-menus under Main Menu items B–H is shown in Chapter 17 .