|
|
This preface describes the audience, organization, and conventions of the
Cisco Metro 1500 Series Software Configuration Guide. It also provides an overview of new information in the document and describes how to obtain documentation or technical assistance.
 |
Note The Cisco Metro 1500 Series Software Configuration Guide replaces the Cisco Metro 1500 Management Guide, which was originally published in August, 2000. |
|
Note To access the most current version of the Cisco Metro 1500 Series
Software Configuration Guide, go to the following URL: http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/product/mels/cmet150 0/s wguide/index.htm |
This guide is intended for network managers who should be familiar with the following topics:
There are no new software features contained in this release of the Cisco Metro 1500 Series Software Configuration Guide. However, this guide has been significantly rewritten and reorganized from the previous (June, 2000) release. For details about the new organization of this guide, see the "Organization" section.
This guide is organized as follows:
| Chapter | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
Introduces the NEMI plug-in module | ||
Describes information and tasks necessary to configure the NEMI | ||
Describes the system configuration of the NEMI, including the network configuration requirements and procedures, and the SNMP configuration requirements and procedures | ||
Describes the operation of the NEMI including methods using both SNMP and Telnet | ||
Defines the steps required to update the system software for the NEMI | ||
Describes some of the Linux commands used with the NEMI | ||
Defines several of the important files in the Cisco Metro 1500 series environment | ||
Lists the software specifications for the NEMI |
This document uses the following conventions.
| Convention | Description |
|---|---|
boldface font | Commands and keywords are in boldface. |
italic font | Arguments for which you supply values are in italics. |
string | An unquoted set of characters. Do not use quotation marks around the string or the string will include the quotation marks. |
| Terminal sessions and information the system displays are in |
boldface screen font | Information you must enter is in boldface screen font. |
| |
^ | The symbol ^ represents the key labeled Control—for example, the key combination ^D in a screen display means hold down the Control key while you press the D key. |
< > | Nonprinting characters, such as passwords are in angle brackets. |
Notes use the following conventions:
|
Note Means reader take note. Notes contain helpful suggestions or references to material not covered in the publication. |
Cautions use the following conventions:
 |
Caution Means caution should be taken. Cautions contain information that is important to follow so as not to cause harm to the equipment. |
Refer to the following documents for additional information about the Cisco Metro 1500 series system:
The following sections provide sources for obtaining documentation from Cisco Systems.
You can access the most current Cisco documentation on the World Wide Web at the following sites:
Cisco documentation and additional literature are available in a CD-ROM package, which ships with your product. The Documentation CD-ROM is updated monthly and may be more current than printed documentation. The CD-ROM package is available as a single unit or as an annual subscription.
Cisco documentation is available in the following ways:
If you are reading Cisco product documentation on the World Wide Web, you can submit technical comments electronically. Click Feedback in the toolbar and select Documentation. After you complete the form, click Submit to send it to Cisco. You can e-mail your comments to bug-doc@cisco.com.
To submit your comments by mail, use the response card behind the front cover of your document, or write to the following address:
Attn Document Resource Connection
Cisco Systems, Inc.
170 West Tasman Drive
San Jose, CA 95134-9883
We appreciate your comments.
Cisco provides Cisco.com as a starting point for all technical assistance. Customers and partners can obtain documentation, troubleshooting tips, and sample configurations from online tools. For Cisco.com registered users, additional troubleshooting tools are available from the TAC website.
Cisco.com is the foundation of a suite of interactive, networked services that provides immediate, open access to Cisco information and resources at anytime, from anywhere in the world. This highly integrated Internet application is a powerful, easy-to-use tool for doing business with Cisco.
Cisco.com provides a broad range of features and services to help customers and partners streamline business processes and improve productivity. Through Cisco.com, you can find information about Cisco and our networking solutions, services, and programs. In addition, you can resolve technical issues with online technical support, download and test software packages, and order Cisco learning materials and merchandise. Valuable online skill assessment, training, and certification programs are also available.
Customers and partners can self-register on Cisco.com to obtain additional personalized information and services. Registered users can order products, check on the status of an order, access technical support, and view benefits specific to their relationships with Cisco.
To access Cisco.com, go to the following website:
The Cisco TAC website is available to all customers who need technical assistance with a Cisco product or technology that is under warranty or covered by a maintenance contract.
If you have a priority level 3 (P3) or priority level 4 (P4) problem, contact TAC by going to the TAC website:
P3 and P4 level problems are defined as follows:
In each of the above cases, use the Cisco TAC website to quickly find answers to your questions.
To register for Cisco.com, go to the following website:
http://www.cisco.com/register/
If you cannot resolve your technical issue by using the TAC online resources, Cisco.com registered users can open a case online by using the TAC Case Open tool at the following website:
http://www.cisco.com/tac/caseopen
If you have a priority level 1(P1) or priority level 2 (P2) problem, contact TAC by telephone and immediately open a case. To obtain a directory of toll-free numbers for your country, go to the following website:
http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/687/Directory/DirTAC.shtml
P1 and P2 level problems are defined as follows:
Posted: Sat Sep 28 02:42:47 PDT 2002
All contents are Copyright © 1992--2002 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Important Notices and Privacy Statement.
