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About this guide
This guide describes the SmartNode 4960 hardware, installation and basic configuration. For detailed software
configuration information refer to the
SmartWare Software Configuration Guide
and the available Configura-
tion Notes.
Audience
This guide is intended for the following users:
•Operators
•Installers
•Maintenance technicians
Structure
This guide contains the following chapters and appendices:
•Chapter 1 on page 13 provides information about router features and capabilities
•Chapter 2 on page 20 contains an overview describing router operation and applications
•Chapter 3 on page 24 provides hardware installation procedures
•Chapter 4 on page 29 provides quick-start procedures for configuring the SmartNode router
•Chapter 5 on page 38 provides information on G.SHDSL basic configuration
•Chapter 6 on page 43 contains information on contacting Patton technical support for assistance
•Appendix A on page 46 contains compliance information for the router
•Appendix B on page 49 contains specifications for the routers
•Appendix C on page 55 provides cable recommendations
•Appendix D on page 60 describes the router’s ports and pin-outs
•Appendix E on page 63 lists the factory configuration settings for SmartNode 4960
•Appendix F on page 65 provides license information that describes acceptable usage of the software pro-
vided with the SmartNode 4960
For best results, read the contents of this guide
before
you install the router.