Compatible Systems MicroRouter 900i - Manual (Page 8)

2 Chapter 1 - Introduction
In short, the installation steps are:
1. Install the MicroRouter hardware and connect it to a line commu-
nication device (including a modem, 56K CSU/DSU, or ISDN Ter-
minal Adapter).
2. Select the management method you wish to use with the router. If
you want to use the CompatiView management software, you must
install the software on a Windows PC which is connected to your
network.
3. Configure the MicroRouter LAN and WAN parameters using the
management method you have chosen.
The manual is divided into several sections that should provide you
with the basic information you will need to use the MicroRouter 900i on
your network. For the latest documentation on Compatible Systems
products, including the most current version of this manual, visit the
Technical Support section of our Web site at:
http://www.compatible.com.
Chapter 2 - Getting Started
This part of the manual describes the contents of the MicroRouter 900i
package and emphasizes the preparation and equipment you will need
to install the router.
Chapter 3 - Network Installation
This part of the manual includes step-by-step instructions on how to
physically install the MicroRouter 900i and connect it to your local
Ethernet and your wide area network. Instructions are included for
thick, thin, and twisted-pair Ethernet environments as well as modems,
56K CSU/DSUs, and ISDN terminal adapters.
Chapter 4 - CompatiView Software Installation
This part of the manual describes how to install CompatiView, Compat-
ible Systems’ GUI (Graphical User Interface) management software
which is included with your router.
Chapter 5 - Command Line Preparation
This part of the manual provides basic instructions on setting up
command line management and text-based configuration.
Chapter 6 - Basic Configuration Guide
This part of the manual provides a list of parameters that must be
entered into a router for proper operation.