Cabletron Systems 38, FOMIM-32, 36 manual Chapter Introduction, Using this Manual

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Cabletron Systems FOMIM-32/36/38 Fiber Optic Media Interface Module User’s Guide. We have designed this manual to serve as a simple installation and reference guide for the FOMIM, and to explain the capabilities and special features of the module. Before using the FOMIM, you need to carefully read through this manual to gain a full understanding of the FOMIM and its capabilities.

Cabletron Systems offers three versions of 1300 nm single mode Fiber Optic Media Interface Modules:

•FOMIM-32 providing 12 links with ST type connectors

•FOMIM-36 providing 6 links with ST type connectors

•FOMIM-38 providing 18 links with ST type connectors

1.1USING THIS MANUAL

Chapter 1, Introduction, discusses the capabilities and special features of the Cabletron Systems FOMIMs (Figure 1-1). This chapter also includes a list of related manuals.

Chapter 2, Network Requirements and Installation, contains a list of network requirements that must be met before you install the FOMIM and instructions for installing the FOMIM into the MMAC chassis.

Chapter 3, Testing and Troubleshooting, provides procedures for testing and troubleshooting the installation of the FOMIM. Instructions for using LANVIEW, Cabletron Systems built-in visual diagnostic and status monitoring system, are also included.

Appendix A, FOMIM Specifications, contains operational specifications and environmental requirements for the FOMIM.

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