9F426-03 Module Specific Information
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Ring Map Configuration Screen Fields
The following information briefly explains each Ring Map Configuration Screen
field.
FDDI Address
Displays the address of the module. The format of this address (either MAC or
Canonical) is determined by the value you select in the Address Mode field.
MAC Count
Displays the number of MACs (Media Access Controllers) that are attached to the
specified ring.
Current Ring Map
Identifies the ring on which a MAC for the specified module resides, and whether
that MAC is located on the primary or secondary path of that ring.
Address Mode (Toggle)
Allows you to select the format in which addresses appear on this screen. Press
the
Space Bar
to toggle to the desired value. The Address Mode possibilities are:
• MAC
• Canonical
FRONT PANEL x (Toggle)
Allows you to display information about the module’s front panel ports.
Choosing a Front Panel Port
To choose a front panel port:
1. Use the arrow keys to highlight the FRONT PANEL x field (lower left corner
of screen).
2. Press the
Space
Bar
to toggle to the desired port.
3. Press the
Return
key.
