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CRBRIM-W/E
CHAPTER 1: Introduction
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Using This Manual
Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its content and
to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of the CRBRIM-W/E. A
general working knowledge of data communications networks and their physical
layer components is helpful when using the CRBRIM-W/E.
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Document Objectives
This publication will step you through initial site preparation, installation, and
troubleshooting. It also covers selected maintenance procedures.
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Document Organization
The major sections of this publication follow:
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Chapter 1, “Introduction” outlines the contents, and describes the objectives
and conventions of the
CRBRIM-W/E Hardware Installation Guide
. This
chapter also provides a list of related manuals and
GETTING HELP
information.
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Chapter 2, “Product Overview,” contains an overview of the router feature set
and physical specifications.
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Chapter 3, “Preparing for Installation,” includes safety recommendations, site
requirements, an installation checklist, console and auxiliary port cable
connection considerations, network connection considerations, and
instructions for inspecting the new system.
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Chapter 4, “Installation,” provides a list of tools and parts required,
procedures for making external connections, and information about what to
do after installing the hardware.
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Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting the Hardware Configuration,” briefly discusses
troubleshooting, problem solving, and reading LED indicators.
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Chapter 6, “Maintenance,” includes procedures for upgrading system code
SIMMs, replacing DRAM SIMMs, and recovering from a lost password.