3 3Com X5 Overview

This chapter provides an overview of the X5 device.

Overview

This chapter describes the components, chassis, requirements, and installation of the X5 device.

Before you install the X5 device, read the Quick Start Guide for the X5 (which is shipped in the box with the unit) and download the X Family Command Line Interface Reference from the Documentation CD that is shipped with the unit. After you install the components, you must run the Setup Wizard as part of the installation and configuration procedures.

This chapter includes the following topics:

•“Chassis Overview” on page 24

•“Technical Specifications” on page 25

•“Hardware Installation and Configuration” on page 27

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