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Router User Guide
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This guide describes Alcatel’s implementation and command usage of BGP4, OSPF, RIP, and
multicast routing protocols. It is designed for network managers and administrators who are
responsible for the operation of LAN and WAN equipment and are familiar with networks and
routing protocols.
Organization
The following table describes the organization and content of this guide.
Documentation
The following list includes other available and related documentation.
Release Notes
Printed release notes provide the latest information. If release notes are provided with your
product, follow the instructions contained within them in addition to those provided in other
documentation.
Quick Start Guides
These guides are designed for advanced users who need minimal installation, configuration, and
operation information.
Installation Guides
These detailed guides are designed for network managers and technicians who are responsible
for the installation of networking equipment in Telco and service provider network
environments.
Command Reference Guide
This detailed guide provides a complete alphabetical listing of all non-routing commands
including descriptions, syntax, examples, and applicable systems.
Table 1 Guide Organization: Major Sections
About This Guide Defines the user audience, describes the document’s organization, introduces special notices,
and provides information about other Alcatel user guides.
Protocols Overview Provides high-level information about the routing protocols supported by Alcatel.
Command Line
Interface
Describes the command line interface (CLI) and how to access navigation and help features.
A review of Alcatel configuration standards is included.
Commands Describes the individual CLI commands. Commands are organized by protocol and are in
alphabetical order. Each entry provides a command description and syntax and usage
examples.