Cabletron Systems NBR-220, NBR-420, NBR-620 manual Testing the NBR

Preparing the NBR for Installation

3.2.7 Testing the NBR

Before installing the NBR in a live network, test the hub in a controlled situation to ensure that it is bridging packets. Perform this test with two workstations (see Figure 3-6), as follows:

1.Connect the first workstation to an NBR EPIM or BRIM.

2.Connect the second workstation to an NBR EPIM or BRIM.

3.Assign a valid IP address to the NBR using Local Management.

4.Designate the first workstation as a file server and the second one as the client. Refer to the workstation manuals for establishing one as a file server and one as a client.

5.Send packets between the two workstations to verify the proper operation of the NBR.

NOTE

A “ping” test of the other workstation verifies the NBR is operating properly.

If a failure occurs, see Chapter 4 for troubleshooting instructions.

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