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Chapter 1 – Preface
This guide describes the features, installation process, initial configuration, troubleshooting, and
specifications of the following Alteon Application Switches:
• 4408
• 4416
• 5224
• 5224 XL
• 5412
• 5412 XL
• Alteon VA
Who Should Use This Book
This book is intended for network installers and system administrators engaged in configuring and
maintaining a Gigabit Ethernet network. It assumes that you are familiar with Ethernet concepts and
the physical process of device installation.
How This Book Is Organized
This book contains the following chapters and appendixes:
• Alteon Application Switch Platforms, page 27
—Provides a brief overview of the Alteon
Application Switches. Information in this section includes a physical description of the front and
rear panels, ports, and light emitting diodes (LED) found on the device.
• Installing the Platform, page 37
—Lists the items included with the device and procedures for
device installation and network cable connection.
• Initial Configuration, page 41
—Describes how to configure the device using a console
connection, the management port, or a data port. Basic device operation is also described.
• Maintenance and Software Upgrade, page 63
—Describes how to maintain your device, how to
upgrade your device, and licenses.
• Troubleshooting, page 69
—Describes how to troubleshoot problems that may occur during the
device installation and configuration process.
• Hardware-Component Replacement, page 75
—Describes how to replace the CompactFlash (CF).
• Specifications, page 77
—Describes the supported standards and physical, environmental, and
mechanical specifications of the device. This section also lists device certifications.
• Appendix B - Glossary, page 93
—Includes a list of terms used in this document.
Related Documentation
Alteon Application Switches have the following related documentation, which may be required for
various tasks described in this book:
• Alteon Application Switch Operating System Command Reference
• Alteon Application Switch Operating System Application Guide
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