Introduction

Chapter 6, FDDI Applications, describes the FDDI management windows available when you have an HSIM-F6 installed, including ConÞguration, Connection Policy, Station List, and Performance.

Chapter 7, ATM ConÞguration, describes how to conÞgure Permanent Virtual Circuits (PVCs) for the ATM interface(s) in the ATM Connections window which will be available if you have an HSIM-A6DP module installed in your device.

Chapter 8, HSIM-W87 ConÞguration, describes the T3, T1, and IP Priority conÞguration windows which will be available when an HSIM-W87 is installed.

We assume that you have a general working knowledge of Ethernet IEEE 802.3, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, FDDI, ATM, and WAN type data communication networks and their physical layer components, and that you are familiar with general bridging and switching concepts.

Related Manuals

The SmartSwitch 2000 UserÕs Guide is only part of a complete document set designed to provide comprehensive information about the features available to you through SPECTRUM Element Manager. Other guides which include important information related to managing the SmartSwitch 2000 include:

Cabletron SystemsÕ SPECTRUM Element Manager UserÕs Guide

Cabletron SystemsÕ SPECTRUM Element Manager Tools Guide

Cabletron SystemsÕ SPECTRUM Element Manager Remote Administration Tools

UserÕs Guide

Cabletron SystemsÕ SPECTRUM Element Manager Remote Monitoring (RMON)

UserÕs Guide

Cabletron SystemsÕ SPECTRUM Element Manager Alarm and Event Handling

UserÕs Guide

Cabletron SystemsÕ Network Troubleshooting Guide

Microsoft CorporationÕs Microsoft Windows UserÕs Guide

For more information about the capabilities of the SmartSwitch 2000, consult the appropriate hardware documentation.

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2000 specifications

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