Cabletron Systems BRIM-A6 manual Chapter Local Management

CHAPTER 3

LOCAL MANAGEMENT

This chapter explains how to configure Permanent Virtual Connections (PVCs) using one of the following local management applications:

•Cabletron Systems Local Interface Management (LIM)

•Cabletron Systems Local Management (LM)

NOTES

The method used to configure PVCs depends on the firmware image of the host MIM or standalone hub. Refer to the section that applies to the local management application on your host MIM or standalone hub.

To set up and access a local management application, refer to the host MIM or standalone hub user’s guide for instructions.

Complete the following instructions before configuring the BRIM-A6 using a local management application.

•An APIM must be installed in the BRIM-A6.

•The BRIM-A6 must be installed in the host MIM or standalone hub.

•The device must be up and running.

•A management terminal must be configured and properly connected to the host MIM or standalone hub in which the BRIM-A6 resides.

NOTE

Refer to Appendix B, ATM Overview for additional information concerning PVCs and ATM technology.

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