Cabletron Systems WPIM T1 User Manual

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Chapter 1: Overview1-2WPIM-T1/DDS User’s Guide1.1 FIRMWARE REVISIONThis manual covers Firmware Revision level 02.01.XX. Later revisionsmay be reflected in an updated manual. Please check carefully to verifythe revision level of your device, to ensure that this manual will meet yourneeds.1.2 WPIM-T1/DDS FEATURESThe WPIM-T1/DDS extends the functionality of the Wide Area Networkhost platform to provide a full or fractional T1 or a DDS interface for thehost platform (CSX400 or the HSIM-W6) into which the WPIM-T1/DDS(Figure 1-1) can be installed.Figure 1-1 WPIM-T1/DDSIn the T1 service mode, the WPIM-T1/DDS provides a T1 interface thatincludes a built-in Channel Service Unit/Digital Service Unit (CSU/DSU)for direct connection to a T1 line.In the DDS service mode, the WPIM-T1/DDS extends the functionalityof the Wide Area Network module to allow remote connectivity usingDigital Data Service (DDS). It provides a DDS interface that includes abuilt-in Channel Service Unit/Digital Service Unit (CSU/DSU) for directconnection to a DDS line, and supports remote CSU diagnostic loopbackand Non-Latching remote DSU diagnostic loopback.Important NoticeDepending on the firmware version used in the WPIM-T1/DDS, somefeatures described in this document may not be supported. Refer to theRelease Notes shipped with the WPIM-T1/DDS to determine whichfeatures are supported.WPIMT1/DDST1 DDS