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BRIM-E6 USER’S GUIDE Page 1
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the Cabletron Systems BRIM-E6 User’s Guide . This
manual explains how to install the Bridge/Router Interface Module
(BRIM) for Ethernet into Cabletron products that support BRIM
technology (e.g., the EMM-E6 or MicroMMAC). It also explains
BRIM-E6 features and specifications.
1.1 USING THIS MANUAL
Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its
content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of
the BRIM-E6. A general working knowledge of Ethernet, and IEEE 802.3
type data communications networks and their physical layer components
is helpful when using the BRIM-E6.
Chapter 1,
Introduction , describes BRIM-E6 features, lists
specifications, and concludes with a list of related manuals.
Chapter 2,
Installation , describes how to install the BRIM-E6 into a
Media Interface Module (MIM) or a stand-alone product. This chapter
also explains how to install an Ethernet Port Interface Module (EPIM)
into the BRIM.
Chapter 3,
Connecting to the Network , explains how to connect network
segments to the EPIM.
Chapter 4,
Using the LANVIEW LEDS , describes how to use the
BRIM-E6 LEDs to monitor BRIM performance and status.
Appendix A,
EPIM Specifications , lists specifications for each of the
EPIMs available for the BRIM-E6.
Appendix B,
EPIM Cable Requirements lists cable requirements for
each of the EPIMs.