Cabletron Systems CSX1000, CSX1200 manual Hardware Overview, Safety Considerations

HARDWARE OVERVIEW

The CyberSWITCH is an embedded communications platform. It uses a flash file system (instead of a hard disk) and a two-stage boot device to initialize the platform and download system software. System software is preconfigured to allow immediate connection via a Local Area Network (LAN) or Wide Area Network (WAN) with Telnet and/or TFTP access. The software can also be accessed via the RS232 port on the system, and a terminal-emulation software package.

The CyberSWITCH offers flexibility. With its internetworking capabilities, you may use it as a stand-alone device to service small businesses. Or, you may use it as a router with a larger “hub,” fielding data packets and forwarding them.

The CyberSWITCH works with a mix of bridges, routers, hosts, PCs, and workstations. These combinations provide internetworking capabilities that will allow LAN-to-LAN applications such as telecommuting, electronic mail, multi-media transmission, imaging, and CAD.

This chapter includes safety considerations and a description of Workgroup CyberSWITCH platforms and modules.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

The CyberSWITCH contains a lithium battery to support its time-keeping functions. It is a long- lasting battery, and was not intended to be user-replaceable. In the unlikely event that you have a problem with the battery, contact your distributor for replacement.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.