Nortel Networks 207344-B manual Preface, Before You Begin

Preface

This guide provides an overview of the Nortel Networks™ Centillion™ EtherSpeed II™ 10/100BASE-T 20-Port Switch Module and the Centillion EtherSpeedII 100BASE-FX16-Port Switch Module, and information about installing the switch modules.

Instructions to configure both EtherSpeedII switch modules is described in Using SpeedView 4.2 for Windows and Release Notes for the Centillion Platform Release 4.1.2. For more information about this topic, see “Related Publications” on page xvi.

In this guide, the Centillion EtherSpeedII 10/100BASE-T 20-Port switch module and the Centillion EtherSpeedII 100BASE-FX 16-Port switch module are also referred to as either EtherSpeedII switch modules or as switch modules.

Before You Begin

This guide is intended for local area network administrators who are responsible for installing, configuring, or maintaining a network and have the following background:

•Familiarity with Ethernet network administration

•Familiarity with the tools and procedures for installing and operating sensitive electronic equipment

•Understanding of Nortel Networks network management concepts and terminology

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