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− Adds PVC support to its multipoint capabilities which were previously
SVC only. This includes both permanent virtual circuits and permanent
virtual paths. Configuration requires only root and leaf addresses;
intervening switches need not be changed.
6.4.2 Acquiring the Latest Microcode
The IBM 8285 Nways ATM Workgroup Switch is designed to easily accommodate
evolving standards and additional capabilities. All operating code can be easily
upgraded by downloading the code from a TFTP server, either in-band or via a
SLIP connection.
These code updates can be obtained from several sources:
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Via the IBM Networking Home Page
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From the PC Company′s BBS servers
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Via traditional software support by calling 1-800-237-5511 and ordering P/N
51H4869, EC E28199. Make sure you have your customer number handy.
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Via the TOOLS disk (Internal Use Only)
6.4.2.1 Downloading from the World Wide Web
To download the microcode from the World Wide Web (WWW), you need the
following:
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TCP/IP installed and operational on your computer.
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A Web browser to present HTML documents to you. Popular Web browsers
include:
− Netscape Navigator (Windows)
− IBM Web Explorer (OS/2)
− Microsoft Internet Explorer (Windows).
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A connection to the WWW via your corporate network or an access provider.
To get the microcode, first load the URL
http://www.raleigh.ibm.com/82a/82afix.html in to your Web browser and press
Enter. Your Web browser will download the 8285 Microcode Upgrades page for
you. You will then be able to:
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Register to receive e-mail notification of 8285 microcode upgrades.
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Download the
8285 Base Unit/Expansion Unit Installation and User
′
s Guide
in
3M Adobe Acrobat *.pdf format.
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Download the README file for the upgrade package.
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Download the 8285 Upgrade Package in ZIP format.
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Download the appropriate Unzip EXECS for your operating system.
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Download the latest code for the 8285/8260 modules that can be installed in
the 8285 Expansion Chassis.
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