IBM 8275, User Manual

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About This Guide
This manual briefly describes the features and capabilities of the 8275 Model 416
High Performance Ethernet Workgroup Switch. However, its primary purpose is to
describe how to use the capabilities offered by the 8275-416 to configure, obtain
status information, and monitor performance of the switch in your network.
Who Should Use This Guide
This manual is intended for the network administrator or person responsible for
integrating, maintaining and monitoring the 8275-416 in your network. The person
responsible for coordinating installation and service for the 8275-416 will also find
this manual useful.
How This Manual is Organized
This manual contains the following chapters and appendixes:
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Chapter 1. Introduction describes the functions and capabilities of the 8275-416 .
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Chapter 2. Accessing the 8275-416 describes the various physical methods of
accessing the 8275-416 .
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Chapter 3. Configuring your 8275-416 describes initial configuration of IP
information.
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Chapter 4. Using the Terminal Interface describes the using functions of the
terminal interface.
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Chapter 5. Using the Web Interface introduces the Web interface.
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Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and Obtaining Service gives suggestions for solving
problems obtaining service.
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Appendix A. Safety Information contains translated safety instructions to observe
when performing troubleshooting proccedures.
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Appendix B. Notices lists important notices about the use of this product.
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Appendix C. Cable Pinout Diagrams describes and illustrates pinout diagrams for
ethernet and null modem cable connectors.
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Appendix D. Interface Conventions for the Console describes the definitions and
functions of special keys and commands that are used by the terminal interface.
Accessing the Softcopy Library
Softcopy versions of 8275-416 product documentation is available from either the
Documentation CD-ROM (shipped with the product) or the IBM Networking
Products Web site. To access product documentation shipped on the CD-ROM,
follow the instructions in the booklet that accompanies the CD-ROM. Visit the
following Web site to access the 8275-416 documentation at:
http://www.networking.ibm.com/did/8275bks.html
© Copyright IBM Corp. 1999
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