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P URPOSE
This guide gives specific information on how to operate and use the
management functions of the switch.
A UDIENCE
The guide is intended for use by network administrators who are
responsible for operating and maintaining network equipment;
consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of general switch
functions, the Internet Protocol (IP), and Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP).
C ONVENTIONS
The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show
information:
N OTE :
Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related
features or instructions.
C AUTION :
Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or
damage the system or equipment.
W ARNING :
Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.
R ELATED P UBLICATIONS
The following publication details the hardware features of the switch,
including the physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to
install the switch:
The Installation Guide
Also, as part of the switch’s software, there is an online web-based help
that describes all management related features.
R EVISION H ISTORY
This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide.
A UGUST 2012 R EVISION
This is the first version of this guide. This guide is valid for software release
v1.0.0.1.