Unpacking And Inspecting The Parts - Network Instruments GigaStor 114ff User Manual

Unpacking and inspecting the parts

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Unpacking and inspecting the parts

Chapter 2 Installing Your GigaStor
The general steps to install your GigaStor are:
"Unpacking and inspecting the parts" on page 18
"Installing the GigaStor and connecting the cables" on page 19
"Connecting Observer to the GigaStor" on page 22
Additional steps to complete the installation are:
"Configuring Observer for your Gigabit device" on page 31
"Configuring Observer for your WAN device" on page 33
"Tapping an Ethernet or Fibre Channel connection" on
page 37
"Tapping a WAN connection" on page 42
"Installing the drives in your GigaStor" on page 50
Your GigaStor includes a number of components. Take a moment
after unpacking the kit to locate all of the parts.
One rack-mountable GigaStor system with an installed 10/
100/1000 Ethernet network interface (management) card.
Appropriate capture interface (Gen2 or WAN).
The rack unit may also include a rail kit depending on
which model was purchased.
Windows XP 64-bit operating system and a restore DVD
specific for your GigaStor.
TAP kits for your topology (Ethernet, Fibre Channel, or
WAN), except for the GigaStor 2TE.
Cables
Ethernet cable for each 10/100/1000 interface in your
GigaStor.
Connection cables to connect your GigaStor to a TAP or
switch.
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