Preface

Welcome to the BayStack 350 10/100 Autosense Switch, part of the Bay Networks® BayStackline of communications products. There are two versions of the BayStack 350 10/100 Autosense Switch: the Model 350T and the Model 350F. This guide describes the features, uses, and installation procedures for both models. (Unless otherwise specified, the terms “BayStack 350 switch” and “switch” refer to both models of the BayStack 350 10/100 Autosense Switch.)

Audience

This guide is intended for network installers and administrators who are responsible for installing, configuring, or maintaining Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks.

Organization

This guide has four chapters, four appendixes, and an index:

Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the BayStack 350 switch. The chapter also includes a “Quick Start” section for quick access to the switch management features.

Chapter 2 explains how to install and verify the operation of the BayStack 350 switch. The chapter includes instructions for installing the switch on a tabletop or shelf, on a wall, or in a 19-inch equipment rack.

Chapter 3 explains how to connect to the BayStack 350 switch service port and how to use the console interface (CI) menus to configure and manage the switch.

Chapter 4 describes how to isolate and diagnose problems with the BayStack 350 switch, as indicated by the switch LEDs.

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