Introduction

the use of the windows and their associated command and menu options. Note that if a Help button is grayed out, on-line help has not yet been implemented for the associated window.

From the Help menu accessed from the Chassis View window menu bar, you can access on-line help specific to the Chassis View window, as well as bring up the Chassis Manager window for reference. Refer to Chapter 2 for information on the Chassis View and Chassis Manager windows.

NOTE

All of the online help windows use the standard Microsoft Windows help facility. If you are unfamiliar with this feature of Windows, you can select Help from the Windows Start menu, or Help —>How to Use Help from the primary NetSight Element Manager window.

Accessing On-line Documentation

The complete suite of documents available for NetSight Element Manager can be accessed via a menu option from the primary window menu bar: Help —> Online Documents. If you chose to install the documentation when you installed NetSight Element Manager, selecting this option will launch Adobe’s Acrobat Reader and a menu file which provides links to all other available documents.

If you have not yet installed the documentation, the Online Documents option will not

TIP be accessible from the menu file. In order to activate this option, you must run the setup.exe again to install the documentation component. See the Installation Guide for details.

Getting Help from the Global Technical Assistance Center

If you need technical support related to NetSight Element Manager, contact the Global Technical Assistance Center via one of the following methods:

By phone:

(603) 332-9400

 

24 hours a day, 365 days a year

By fax:

(603) 337-3075

By mail:

Enterasys Networks

 

Technical Support

 

35 Industrial Way

 

Rochester, NH 03867

By e-mail:

support@enterasys.com

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Enterasys Networks 2000 manual Accessing On-line Documentation, Getting Help from the Global Technical Assistance Center

2000 specifications

Enterasys Networks, a key player in the networking space in 2000, was renowned for its innovative solutions that combined high-performance networking with robust security features. Founded with the vision of providing enterprise-level networking infrastructure, Enterasys positioned itself to cater to the growing demands of business networks during the dot-com boom.

One of the main features of Enterasys Networks was its focus on delivering secure, scalable networking solutions that could seamlessly integrate with existing enterprise systems. The company developed a range of products including switches, routers, and wireless solutions that were designed to optimize performance while ensuring security at every layer. Their core offerings provided businesses with the reliability required to handle increasing volumes of data traffic.

A standout technology of Enterasys was its identity and access management solutions. These technologies allowed organizations to control who could access network resources and under what conditions. This was particularly crucial in a time when cyber threats were on the rise, and businesses were becoming more aware of the need for strict network security protocols. The features included role-based access control and authentication measures, which were fundamental in safeguarding sensitive information.

Enterasys also introduced intelligent networking features, which enabled dynamic traffic management and prioritization. This technology helped organizations optimize their network performance by automatically adjusting to changing workload demands. Such capabilities were essential for businesses relying on bandwidth-intensive applications and services.

The company also embraced the rising trend of wireless networking, providing solutions that combined wired and wireless technologies for a unified experience. Enterasys Wireless LAN solutions were groundbreaking at the time, offering seamless connectivity and security to mobile devices, thereby enhancing productivity and flexibility within enterprise environments.

In addition to hardware, Enterasys developed network management software that simplified the administration of complex networks. This software enabled IT professionals to monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement security policies efficiently.

Overall, Enterasys Networks in 2000 was characterized by its commitment to delivering secure, intelligent networking solutions that catered to the needs of modern enterprises. With its innovative technologies and features, Enterasys played a significant role in shaping the networking landscape, laying the groundwork for future advancements in network security and management.