Nortel Networks AN/DC manual Preface, Before You Begin

Preface

Read this guide for instructions on how to install, start, and operate Access Node or 8-Port Access Node Hub models that have a single DC input switching power supply, the AN™/DC and ANH™-8/DC. This guide describes

•Physically installing the AN/DC (Chapter 1) or the ANH-8/DC (Chapter 2) and attaching communications equipment

•Connecting the AN/DC or ANH-8/DC to the network using one of the Site Manager software configuration options (Chapter 3)

•Using the AN/DC or ANH-8/DC operator switches and interpret LED displays (Chapter 4)

Before You Begin

Before using this guide, you must complete the following procedures. For a new router:

•Install the router (see the installation guide that came with your router).

•Connect the router to the network and create a pilot configuration file (see Quick-Starting Routers, Configuring Remote Access for AN and Passport ARN Routers, or Connecting ASN Routers to a Network).

Make sure that you are running the latest version of Nortel Networks BayRS™ and Site Manager software. For information about upgrading BayRS and Site Manager, see the upgrading guide for your version of BayRS.

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