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ABLE OF
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ONTENTS
About This Guide
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Conventions
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Overview of this User’s Guide
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Introduction
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Fast Ethernet Technology
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Gigabit Ethernet Technology
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Switching Technology
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Features
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Chassis
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Switch Modules
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Unpacking and Setup
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Unpacking
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Setup
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Desktop or Shelf Installation
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Rack Installation
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Installing Modules
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Connecting a Terminal
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Power on
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Power Failure
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Identifying External Components
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Front Panel
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Side Panels
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Optional Plug-in Modules
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DES-6303 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Module
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DES-6304 100BASE-FX (MT-RJ) Module
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DES-6305 100BASE-FX (SC) Gigabit Module
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DES-6306 1000BASE-SX (SC) Gigabit Module
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DES-6307 1000BASE-LX (SC) Gigabit Module
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DES-6308 1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Module
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DES-6309 GBIC Module
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Power Supply Modules
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LED Indicators
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Connecting The Switch
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Switch to End Node
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Switch to Hub or Switch
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10BASE-T Device
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100BASE-TX Device
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1000BASE-T Device
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100BASE-FX Device
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1000BASE-SX Device
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1000BASE-LX Device
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Cable Lengths
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Switch Management Concepts
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IP Addresses and SNMP Community Names
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Traps
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MIBs
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Packet Forwarding
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