Cisco Catalyst 3550 series Software Configuration Manual page 3

Preface
Overview
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C H A P T E R
Using the Command-Line Interface
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C H A P T E R
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Audience
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Purpose
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Conventions
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Related Publications
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Obtaining Documentation
Cisco.com
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Documentation CD-ROM
Ordering Documentation
Documentation Feedback
Obtaining Technical Assistance
Cisco TAC Website
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Opening a TAC Case
TAC Case Priority Definitions
Obtaining Additional Publications and Information
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Features
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Management Options
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Management Interface Options
Advantages of Using CMS and Clustering Switches
Network Configuration Examples
Design Concepts for Using the Switch
Small to Medium-Sized Network Using Mixed Switches
Large Network Using Only Catalyst 3550 Switches
Multidwelling Network Using Catalyst 3550 Switches
Long-Distance, High-Bandwidth Transport Configuration
Where to Go Next
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Cisco IOS Command Modes
Getting Help
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Specifying Ports in Interface Configuration Mode
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Catalyst 3550 Multilayer Switch Software Configuration Guide
C O N T E N T S
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