User`s guide

Chapter 1: Introduction
1-2 VHSIM-G6 User’s Guide
1.1 STRUCTURE OF THIS GUIDE
Read through this manual completely to familiarize yourself with its
content and to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of
the VHSIM-G6. The following list provides an overview of each section
of this manual:
Chapter 1, Introduction , outlines the contents of this manual, describes
the VHSIM-G6 features and concludes with a web site address where
related manuals can be obtained.
Chapter 2, Installation , describes how to install a VHSIM-G6 into an
interface module or a standalone device.
Chapter 3, LANVIEW LEDs , describes how to use the VHSIM-G6
LEDs to monitor performance and status.
Chapter 4, Local Management , gives information on Local Management
for the VHSIM-G6.
Appendix A, VHSIM-G6 Specifications , lists the operating
specifications and regulatory compliance for the VHSIM-G6.
Appendix B, GPIM Specifications , lists the operating specifications and
regulatory compliance for the GPIMs.
1.2 OVERVIEW
The VHSIM-G6 has two ports that support Gigabit Ethernet Port
Interface Modules (GPIMs), which allow the user to make fiber
connections to Gigabit Ethernet networks. Available GPIMs include the
GPIM-01, for multimode fiber support, and the GPIM-09, for multimode
or single mode fiber support.
The VHSIM-G6 extends the functionality of various Cabletron Systems
interface modules or standalone devices by providing high-speed uplink
capability through Gigabit Ethernet technology. VHSIM-G6 features
include the following:
• Customized configuration of GPIMs
• RMON support (Statistics, History, Alarms, Events)
• Management
• Flow control (802.3z)