14Preface
Before you begin
This guide is intended for network administrators who have the following background:
•Basic knowledge of networks, and network hardware
•Familiarity with networking concepts and terminology
•Familiarity with Ethernet network administration and Fiber Channel networking
Hard-copy technical manuals
You can print selected technical manuals and release notes free, directly from the Internet. Go to the www.nortelnetworks.com/documentation URL. Find the product for which you need documentation. Then locate the specific category and model or version for your hardware or software product. Use Adobe* Acrobat Reader* to open the manuals and release notes, search for the sections you need, and print them on most standard printers. Go to Adobe Systems at the www.adobe.com URL to download a free copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader.
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