LevelOne GEP-5070 Manual - Page 5

ABOUT THIS GUIDE PURPOSE This guide gives specific information on how to operate and use the management functions of the switch. AUDIENCE The guide is intended for use by network administrators who are responsible for operating and maintaining network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of general switch functions, the Internet Protocol (IP), and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show information: NOTE: Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related features or instructions. CAUTION: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or damage the system or equipment. WARNING: Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury. RELATED PUBLICATIONS The following publication details the hardware features of the switch, including the physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to install the switch: The Installation Guide Also, as part of the switch's software, there is an online web-based help that describes all management related features. REVISION HISTORY This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide. APRIL 2012 REVISION This is the first version of this guide. This guide is valid for software release v1.0.0.4. - 5 -