Preface; Before You Begin - Nortel BayStack 380 Using Manual

Preface

This guide describes the Nortel Networks* BayStack* 380 10/100/1000 Switch
features and uses. The terms "BayStack 380 10/100/1000 Switch" and "BayStack
380 Switch" are both used in this document.

Before you begin

This guide is intended for network managers and administrators with the
following background:
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Basic knowledge of networks, Ethernet* bridging, and IP
Familiarity with networking concepts and terminology
Specific knowledge about the networking devices, protocols, topologies, and
interfaces that comprise your network
Experience with windowing systems, graphical user interfaces (GUIs), or
Web browsers
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