Cabletron Systems EMM-E6 Ethernet Chapter Requirements / Configurations, Network Requirements

CHAPTER 2

REQUIREMENTS / CONFIGURATIONS

This chapter contains general networking guidelines. Before attempting to install the EMM-E6 or any additional EPIMs or BRIMs, review the requirements and specifications outlined in this chapter.

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CAUTION

Your network installation must meet the conditions, guidelines, specifications, and requirements included in this chapter to ensure satisfactory performance of this equipment. Failure to follow these guidelines may produce poor network performance.

2.1NETWORK REQUIREMENTS

Take care in planning and preparing the cabling and connections for your network. The quality of the connections, the length of cables, and other conditions of the installation play critical roles in determining the reliability of your network.

Refer to sections below that apply to your specific network configuration.

EMM-E6 User’s Guide 2-1