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OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Network Configuration Guide May 2014 xvii
Related Documentation
The following are the titles and descriptions of all the related OmniSwitch user manuals:
• OmniSwitch 6860/6860E Hardware Users Guides
Complete technical specifications and procedures for all OmniSwitch chassis, power supplies, fans,
and Network Interface (NI) modules.
• OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Switch Management Guide
Includes procedures for readying an individual switch for integration into a network. Topics include
the software directory architecture, image rollback protections, authenticated switch access, managing
switch files, system configuration, using SNMP, and using web management software (WebView).
• OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Network Configuration Guide
Includes network configuration procedures and descriptive information on all the major software
features and protocols included in the base software package. Chapters cover Layer 2 information
(Ethernet and VLAN configuration), Layer 3 information (routing protocols, such as RIP and IPX),
security options (authenticated VLANs), Quality of Service (QoS), link aggregation, and server load
balancing.
• OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Advanced Routing Configuration Guide
Includes network configuration procedures and descriptive information on all the software features and
protocols included in the advanced routing software package. Chapters cover multicast routing
(DVMRP and PIM-SM), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP).
• OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 CLI Reference Guide
Complete reference to all CLI commands supported on the OmniSwitch. Includes syntax definitions,
default values, examples, usage guidelines and CLI-to-MIB variable mappings.
• OmniSwitch AOS Release 8 Transceivers Guide
Includes SFP and XFP transceiver specifications and product compatibility information.
• Technical Tips, Field Notices
Includes information published by Alcatel’s Customer Support group.
• Release Notes
Includes critical Open Problem Reports, feature exceptions, and other important information on the
features supported in the current release and any limitations to their support.
Technical Support
An Alcatel-Lucent service agreement brings your company the assurance of 7x24 no-excuses technical
support. You’ll also receive regular software updates to maintain and maximize your Alcatel-Lucent
product’s features and functionality and on-site hardware replacement through our global network of
highly qualified service delivery partners.