About This Guide
This guide provides a general overview of the XSR‐3150 hardware and software features and describes how to quickly install and configure the XSR. Refer to the XSR CLI Reference Guide and XSR User’s Guide for information not contained in this document.
This guide is written for administrators who want to configure the X‐Pedition Security Router or experienced users who are knowledgeable of basic networking principles.
This chapter details the following:
•Contents of the Guide
•Conventions Used in This Guide
•Getting Help
Contents of the Guide
Information in this guide is arranged as follows:
•Chapter 1, Overview, introduces key features of the XSR and briefly describes hardware installation.
•Chapter 2, Hardware Installation, provides a checklist to verify your shipment and describes how to install XSR hardware including NIM and optional CompactFlash cards, and rack‐ mounting brackets.
•Chapter 3, Software Configuration, describes how to initiate and quickly configure the XSR. It also details how to add an interface and subnet mask; set passwords, SNMP, DNS and SYSLOG server values; configure the firewall feature set, upgrade system image and Boot PROM software; consult system statistics, and save configuration changes.
•Appendix A, Specifications, outlines hardware specifications including information about: the processor, interfaces, system memory, chassis, power supply, interfaces, required cabling and other accessories, pinout assignments for WAN and LAN interfaces, and LED behavior.
Conventions Used in This Guide
The following conventions are used in this guide:
Note: Calls the reader’s attention to any item of information that may be of special importance.
Nota: Llama la atencion del lector a cierta información que puede ser de especial importancia.
Caution: Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment.
Precaución: Contiene información esencial para prevenir dañar el equipo.
Achtung: Verweißt auf wichtige Informationen zum Schutz gegen Beschädigungen.
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