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PREFACE
Purpose
This guide provides information about the features and applications of the
Cabletron ELS100-24TXG switch as well as instructions for configuring
and monitoring the switch.
Audience
This guide is intended for Ethernet local area network (LAN)
administrators and Management Information Systems (MIS) personnel
with the following background:
•
Working knowledge of Ethernet LANs
•
Familiarity with Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)
Conventions
This section describes the conventions used in this guide.
Message Formats
Two types of messages, identified by icons, appear in the text:
Keyboard Entries
This guide uses the following conventions for keyboard entries:
•
When you read “enter,” type the text and press the [Enter] key.
•
Example: Enter the Gateway IP address and press the [Enter] key.
•
When you read “select,” type the letter associated with the
parameter.
Example: Select
a
from the System Configuration Menu to view the
SNMP Configuration Menu.
A note informs you of special circumstances.
A caution indicates the possibility of equipment damage.
