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
❏Four (4)
❏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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