Owner's manual

Gigabit Ethernet Metro-Switch Board and Firmware Users Manual
DSS NETWORKS, INC. Version: 1.14g Page: 5
includes fully configurable routing tables and RMON, SNMP, Ethernet and extended
MIB(s). A 32-bit, 66 MHZ PCI interface is also provided to support system management
via the PCI bus and the switch can additionally route packets to/from the PCI interface
as a “virtual port” function. This would allow for example, SNMP or other management
packets to be routed to an external processing component in a distributed network
management scheme.
1.2 USE AND TARGET APPLICATIONS
The Metro-Switch 12-port switches are equipped ready-to-use out of the box with no
additional software or drivers required. In this most basic operational mode it is used as
a standalone switch installed in a rackmount chassis. An additional mode allows it to
be controlled in a simple managed mode using a serial port Command Line Interface
(CLI). The CLI allows more sophisticated configuration and control management while
still operating as a standalone switch. The most functional mode allows it to be
controlled in a fully managed switch mode from an external processor communicating
with the Metro-Switch over the PCI bus via the JN1 CPCI connector.
The Metro-Switch models are targeted for OEMs and Systems Integrators for use in
Data and Telecommunications products including switches, multiplexers, edge routers,
media gateways and video broadcasting equipment. It is well suited for support of
embedded broadband applications including Internet voice, digital video, IP security,
network monitoring, military applications and test equipment.
1.3 KIT CONTENTS
 Metro-Switch 12-port board with front panel mounting and ejector handles
 Serial-port RJ11 male to DB9 female cable
 Telnet adapter module (ordered under a separate P/N or customer supplied)
 User Manual
 OEM Developer Kit CD
1.4 REFERENCES
Please also see the following documents on our website at www.dssnetworks.com and
also included in the OEM developers kit CD:
Datasheets – please see product datasheets and other updated product information on
OEM developer CD and on website.
Release Notes -- where updated information is provided on new features, compatibility,
performance benchmarks, platform information and corrected problems.