U
SING
THIS
G
UIDE
The User’s Guide is divided into the following parts:
S
YSTEM
O
VERVIEW
We begin with an overview of bridging, layer 3 switching, and specific SmartSwitch Remote Access
Module features. Next, we provide an overview for the system software, the system hardware, and
configuration tools. Finally, we provide an overview describing the available methods for
configuring your module.
S
YSTEM
I
NSTALLATION
In this section of the User’s Guide we provide guidelines for ordering ISDN service in the US, and a
step-by-step description of installing hardware and upgrading software.
T
ROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting begins with information for verifying your system installation, and continues
with steps to take if there are problems with the installation. Next, it includes a description of
system messages and trace messages. Each message listing in these chapters provides the message
itself, a message definition, and where appropriate, possible corrective actions.
S
YSTEM
M
AINTENANCE
In this section, we provide information to help you maintain your SmartSwitch Remote Access
Module once it is operating. System maintenance information includes information regarding
remote management, a chapter on both the system commands and the system statistics, and routine
maintenance procedures.
A
PPENDICES
The User’s Guide provides the following appendices:
G
ETTING
A
SSISTANCE
This appendix provides information for getting assistance if you run into problems when
installing your system. A FAX form is included. You can print this form, fill out the information
requested, and FAX it to Cabletron Systems, using the provided FAX number.
A
DMINISTRATION
C
ONSOLE
C
OMMANDS
Provides a tabular listing of the system administration console commands and their uses.
C
AUSE
C
ODES
Provides a tabular listing of Q.931 Cause Codes and their meanings. These cause codes may
appear in call trace messages.
D
OCUMENTATION
S
ET
This guide, the User’s Guide, provides information to install and configure your system. It also
provides information you may need to refer to keep your system running efficiently after it is up
and running. For example, it provides a listing of system messages. Each message listing provides
a definition of what the message means, and where appropriate, corrective action you can take.
Many other subjects are covered, including routine maintenance, hardware information, system
verification, and problem diagnosis.