About This Manual

This manual contains the initial hardware installation procedures for Cisco Systems' STS-10x terminal server. It provides a physical description of the STS-10x, instructions for unpacking it, connecting the appropriate cables, and powering it up. Once the system is running, use the Cisco Terminal Server Configuration and Reference publication to configure the software. Thereafter, this manual will be your reference when you upgrade the STS-10x software EPROMs, physically reconfigure your network, or need information about service and support.

Audience and Scope

Setting up and maintaining a network requires the knowledge and expertise of people with a variety of skills. In many environments, the people responsible for installing and maintaining hardware and wiring are not the ones who configure the software and administer the network. This manual provides information specifically for installing and upgrading the hardware. To use this manual, you should be familiar with electronic circuitry and wiring practices, and preferably have experience as an electronic or electromechanical technician. Descriptions of software-driven configuration commands, and the procedures for implementing them, are contained in the Cisco Terminal Server Configuration and Reference publication.

Document Organization and Use

This manual is written as a hardware reference for installing and upgrading an STS-10x system. The major sections of this manual are:

"About This Manual," this introductory section, describes the audience and scope of this manual, the document conventions used within, and lists the organization of major topics. It also contains references to other documents which may be useful, and information for ordering them.
"Service and Support" provides warranty and maintenance information, and instructions for getting help through customer service and the Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
Chapter 1, "STS-10x Description," contains a description of the STS-10x, and includes power specifications and component descriptions, signal descriptions, and cable pinouts you can use to construct your own cables and adapters.
Chapter 2, "Preinstallation," contains important safety information, cabling considerations, site preparation suggestions, and unpacking instructions.
Chapter 3, "Installing the STS-10x," contains step-by-step instructions for attaching cables to the system and applying power.
Chapter 4, "Replacing EPROMs," contains the procedure for changing the EPROMs in the STS-10x.

Document Conventions

Boldface type is used to highlight command names within text.

Note is a special paragraph that means reader take note. It refers to helpful suggestions, the writer's assumptions, or references to materials not contained in this manual.

Caution is a special paragraph that means reader be careful. It means that you are capable of doing something that might result in equipment damage, or that you might have to take something apart and start over again.

Warning is a special paragraph that means danger. It means that you are in a situation in which you may be injured or killed, usually by electrical shock. Before you work on any equipment, you must be aware of the hazards involved with electrical circuitry, and standard practices for preventing accidents. As a refresher, please read the "Safety" section in Chapter 2.

For Further Reference

The most important companion to this manual is the Cisco Systems Terminal Server Configuration and Reference publication. After you have installed your STS-10x, refer to the Terminal Server Configuration and Reference publication for instructions on configuring the system software. This and the following publications are also available:

Terminal Server Configuration and Reference--Provides information for using the Cisco terminal server, including the system interface, system configuration, and network and system administration.

Router Products Configuration and Reference--Provides information for using Cisco routers, including system interface use, system configuration, and network and system administration.

Protocol Translator Configuration and Reference--Provides information for using the Cisco protocol translator, including system interface use, system configuration, and network and system administration.

Hardware Products Installation and Reference (for modular products), or IGS Hardware Installation and Reference (for the IGS router)--Covers device installation and upgrade procedures for all currently-available Cisco products. The appropriate publication is included with each system.

Field Service Manual--Contains hardware troubleshooting and replacement procedures for all Cisco hardware products.

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