Preface; Using This Guide; Intended Audience; Structure Of This Guide - Cabletron Systems Access Server 316 Hardware Owner's Manual

This manual describes how to use the Access Server 316. It also provides problem
solving, connector and adapter, and pin assignment information.

Using This Guide

Read through this guide completely to understand the interface module features,
capabilities, and Local Management functions. A general working knowledge of
Ethernet and IEEE 802.3-type data communications networks and their physical
layer components is helpful when using these devices.

Intended Audience

This manual is intended for use by the hardware installer. The installer is
responsible for ensuring that the hardware is installed and tested. This manual
shows how to install when the site is verified and the cables and devices are in
place. It also shows how to verify the site, install cables and devices, and
troubleshoot problems. The person installing the software can then verify the
system installation.

Structure of This Guide

This guide is organized as follows:
Chapter Title
1 Hardware Overview
2 Checking the Site
3 Cabling the Site
4 Connector and Cable Pin
Descriptions
Description
Outlines the contents of this manual, describes the
features of the Access Server 316, provides instructions
on obtaining additional help and concludes with a list
of related manuals.
Lists the physical, environmental, and electrical
requirements.
Provides instructions on how to cable your site.
Shows the connector and pin assignments.

Preface

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