1-1CHAPTER 1INTRODUCTIONWelcome to Cabletron Systems 7H02-06 Fast EthernetSmartSwitch™ Interface Module Installation Guide. This guide is asimple reference for installing and using the 7H02-06 Module.Before installing the module, carefully read this manual to gain afull understanding of its capabilities.The 7H02-06 Module is a six port Fast Ethernet module thatsupports 10/100 operation in both half and full duplex. The 7H02-06 Module supports auto negotiation allowing it to automaticallyuse the fastest link both it and the attached device are capable of.Connectivity to the ports is provided by 5 RJ45 connectors and oneFast Ethernet Port Interface Module (FEPIM), allowing eitherCategory 5 twisted pair or multimode fiber optic cabling. Thismodule connects to a network and the 7X00 SmartSwitch ControlModule in the 7C03, 7C04 or 7C04-R MMAC SmartSwitch via aSmartSwitch bus.1.1 USING THIS MANUALChapter 1, Introduction , discusses the capabilities and specialfeatures of Cabletron Systems 7H02-06 Module. This chapter alsoincludes a list of related manuals.Chapter 2, Network Requirements, contains a list of availableFEPIMs and the network requirements that should be consideredbefore installing the 7H02-06 Module.Chapter 3, Installation, contains instructions for installing the7H02-06 in the 7C03 MMAC SmartSwitch, the 7C04 WorkgroupSmartSwitch or the 7C04-R Workgroup SmartSwitch.Chapter 4, Troubleshooting , contains instructions for usingLANVIEW ® (Cabletron Systems built-in diagnostic and statusmonitoring system).Chapter 5, Technical Specifications, provides detailed informationabout the physical characteristics of the 7H02-06 Module.