Quick Eagle Networks DL3800E manual Preface, Audience, Organization

Preface

The DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer User’s Guide provides the information you need to install, test, operate, and manage the DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer.

AUDIENCE

This guide is prepared for network managers and technicians who are responsible for the installation of LAN-to-WAN equipment, and who are thoroughly familiar with the network topology in which the DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer is expected to operate.

ORGANIZATION

Chapter 1, “Quick Install Guide,” provides a concise installation procedure for most applications.

Chapter 2, “Introduction,” provides a description of the DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer system architecture, a discussion of features and benefits, and a sample application.

Chapter 3, “Installation,” provides guidelines for placing and securing the DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer in the operation site. Use this chapter to find out about command tools, system access, and basic configuration.

Chapter 4, “Terminal Interface,” shows how to monitor and manage the DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer using a VT100 terminal.

Chapter 5, “Front Panel Interface,” shows how to monitor and manage the DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer using the front panel.

Chapter 6, “Diagnostics” provides guidelines for troubleshooting the

DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer.

Appendix A, “Specifications,” provides the electrical, physical, and networking characteristics of the DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer.

Appendix B, “Pinouts,” details connector and pin assignments for the

DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer.

Appendix C, “Factory Default Settings,” lists factory defaults for the

DL3800E Inverse Multiplexer.

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