Cabletron Systems NB20E User Manual

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3-1CHAPTER 3INSTALLING THE NB20E OR NB25E BRIDGEThis section contains instructions for installing Cabletron Systems'NB20E or NB25E Two Port Ethernet Bridge, and for preparing the bridgefor operation. Verify that all network design guidelines and siterequirements listed in Chapter 2, Installation Requirements/Specifications, are met before installing the bridge.3.1 UNPACKING THE NB20E OR NB25E BRIDGEBefore you install the NB20E or NB25E Bridge, you should visuallyinspect the bridge and check the contents of the accessory package. Tounpack the bridge and accessory package:1. Carefully remove the bridge from the shipping box. Save the shippingbox and materials in the event the unit has to be reshipped.2. Slide the two foam end caps off of the bridge and remove the bridgefrom its protective plastic bag. Set the bridge aside to prevent the unitfrom being damaged.3. Remove the plastic bag containing the accessory package and checkthat the bag contains the following items:• one 8 foot (2.44 m) power cord• one cable support bracket• two 8-32 x .375 inch screws• three 6 (15.24 cm) inch cable ties• rack mount bracketsContact Cabletron Systems' Technical Support immediately if anydiscrepancy in materials exists.3.2 INSTALLING THE BRIDGEAfter you have met all requirements listed in Chapter 2, InstallationRequirements, complete the installation instructions provided in thissection.