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Chapter 1 - Introduction

 

 

In short, the installation steps are:

1.Install the RISC Router hardware and connect it to one or more line communication devices (including 56K CSU/DSU’s, ISDN Terminal Adapters, and fractional or full T1/E1 CSU/DSU’s).

2.Select the management method you wish to use with the router. If you want to use the CompatiView management software, you must install the software on a Windows PC which is connected to your network.

3.Configure the RISC Router LAN and WAN parameters using the management method you have chosen.

If you have any difficulties during the installation or use of the RISC Router that are not answered by this guide, please visit the technical support section of our Web site (http://www.compatible.com). There you will find the latest versions of product documentation in addition to technical notes and white papers, detailed setup guides for specific protocols, and a series of FAQ’s. You can also request technical support by filling out a brief form. Technical support requests received via the Web form will receive expedited treatment. You may also call Compatible Systems Corporation or your RISC Router 3500R reseller. Compatible Systems’ phone number is listed on the front of this guide. We will be happy to help you.

The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you with the basic information you will need to use the RISC Router 3500R on your network.

Chapter 2 - Getting Started

This part of the manual describes the contents of the RISC Router 3500R package and emphasizes the preparation and equipment you will need to install the router.

Chapter 3 - Hardware Installation

This part of the manual includes step-by-step instructions on how to physically install the RISC Router 3500R and connect it to your local Ethernet and your wide area network(s). Instructions are included for twisted-pair Ethernet environments as well as 56K CSU/DSU’s, ISDN terminal adapters, and fractional or full T1/E1 CSU/DSU’s.

Chapter 4 - CompatiView Software Installation

This part of the manual describes how to install CompatiView, Compat- ible Systems’ GUI (Graphical User Interface) management software which is included with your router.

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Compatible Systems 3500R manual Getting Started, Hardware Installation, CompatiView Software Installation