About This Guide; Audience; Structure; Precautions - Patton SmartNode 5541 Series User Manual

About this guide

This guide describes the SmartNode 5541 and 4141 Series hardware, installation and basic configuration. For
detailed software configuration information refer to the
able Configuration Notes.

Audience

This guide is intended for the following users:
Operators
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• Installers
Maintenance technicians
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Structure

This guide contains the following chapters and appendices:
Chapter 1, starting on page 13, provides information about router features and capabilities
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• Chapter 2, starting on page 23, contains an overview describing router operation and applications
• Chapter 3, starting on page 26, provides SmartNode device installation procedures
• Chapter 4, starting on page 33, leads you through the steps to set up a new SmartNode device and down-
load a configuration
Chapter 5, starting on page 40, contains information on contacting Patton technical support for assistance
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• Appendix A, starting on page 43, provides compliance info for the SmartNode devices
• Appendix B, starting on page 45, contains specifications for the routers
Appendix C, starting on page 49, provides cable recommendations
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Appendix D, starting on page 52, describes the router's ports and pin-outs
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Appendix E, starting on page 55, describes how to obtain factory configuration settings for the SmartNode
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device
• Appendix F, starting on page 57, provides the End User License Agreement
For best results, read the contents of this guide before you install the SmartNode device.

Precautions

Notes and cautions, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you become
aware of potential SmartNode device problems. Warnings relate to personal injury issues, and Cautions refer to
potential property damage.
Note
The shock hazard symbol and WARNING heading indicate a potential electric
shock hazard. Strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid injury caused by
electric shock.
WARNING
Calls attention to important information.
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