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Introduction
This guide provides all the information that you need
to set up your CoreBuilder
®
3500 high-function
switch and get it operating in your network. This
guide provides an overview of your system and
step-by-step procedures for planning your
configuration, installing, cabling, powering up, and
troubleshooting. When you are ready to configure
your system, see the CoreBuilder 3500
Implementation Guide. For details on system
configuration commands, see the Command
Reference Guide.
If the information in the Software Installation and
Release Notes that are shipped with your system
differs from the information in this guide, follow the
instructions in the Release Notes.
CAUTION: Hazardous energy exists within the
system. Always be careful to avoid electric shock or
equipment damage. Many installation and
troubleshooting procedures should be performed
only by trained technical personnel. See “Safety
Precautions” on page 59 for more information.
Audience
This guide is intended for the network administrator
who is responsible for installing and managing the
network hardware. It assumes a working knowledge
of local area network (LAN) operations. It does not
assume prior knowledge of this high-performance
networking equipment.
Finding Specific Information in This Guide
For information on Tur n to
Best ways of using the system “Features of the System” on
page 17
Front and back panels “System Overview — Front
Panel” beginning on page 20
System processor and modules “CoreBuilder 3500 Modules” on
page 22
Site requirements and other issues
to consider before installing your
system
“Before You Begin” on page 27
and Appendix C, “Site
Requirements and Safety Codes”
Installing the system “Installing the System on a Table
Top” on page 27
OR
“Installing the System in a
Distribution Rack” on page 28
Inserting media modules “Installing a Module” on page 29