Chapter 1 — Quick Start

Basic Installation Procedures

At least one device configured for connection to your Ethernet.We recommend that you use a Macintosh or PC with AsantéView 2.2 network management software installed, although you can use any device that normally connects to and communicates over your Ethernet net- work.

An RJ45 extension cable to connect your network device to the AsantéBridge 1012.

Tools

You need the appropriate tools for attaching BNC connectors to Ethernet coaxial cable, and a small Phillips screwdriver to con- nect the MAUs.

Installing your AsantéBridge 1012 is a simple five step procedure:

Unpack your AsantéBridge

Physically position the unit, either on a desktop or with a wall or rack mount

Turn on the unit and pretest it

Connect two network segments

Connect two or more network devices to the bridge

Unpacking the AsantéBridge 1012

Your AsantéHub package includes:

The AsantéBridge 1012

AC power cable

Two (2) mounting brackets and four (4) screws for rack- or wall-mounting

Four (4) self-adhesive feet for desk-mounting

AMS Link Extender cables for PC and Macintosh

This installation guide

The Asanté Introduction to Networking Manual

Warranty card

Please mail in the warranty card today.This guarantees that you will receive notification of any future software or hardware releases.

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Asante Technologies 1012 manual Basic Installation Procedures, Tools, Unpacking the AsantéBridge