Black Box LGB6026A manual About this Guide, Purpose, Audience, Conventions, Related Publications

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

PURPOSE

This guide details the hardware features of the switch, including the physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to install the switch.

AUDIENCE

The guide is intended for use by network administrators who are responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks).

CONVENTIONS

The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show information:

NOTE: Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features or instructions.

CAUTION: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or damage the system or equipment.

WARNING: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.

RELATED PUBLICATIONS

The following publication gives specific information on how to operate and use the management functions of the switch:

The Management Guide

Also, as part of the switch’s software, there is an online web-based help that describes all management related features.

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