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LOSSARY
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primary path
See
FDDI paths
.
primary ring
One of two counter-rotating, fiber optic rings that serve as the root of an
FDDI network. The primary ring normally enters each station on the trunk
ring through the A port and exits through the B port. See also
secondary
ring
.
protocol
A set of rules for communicating between computers. The rules dictate
format, timing, sequencing, and error control.
proxy agent
Acts as a management gateway, converting requests and event reports
from one protocol and object format to another protocol and object format.
PVC
Permanent virtual connection. A basic connection method that requires the
user to define each connection manually.
remote management
Usually refers to the management of workstations at distant locations linked
to the main LAN by a network modem. Remote management can be
performed in the LANplex system through a serial port connected to an
exterior modem. See also
modem
.
repeater
An FDDI node that serves as a two-way relay of the optical signals in an
FDDI network. A repeater does not have MACs or concentrator functionality.
ring
A series of stations across which information is passed sequentially, each
station in turn examining or copying the information, finally returning it to
the originating station. The ring has a predictable response time determined
by the number of stations. See also
primary ring
,
secondary ring
,
FDDI dual
ring
.
router
A device that connects two remote networks by selectively forwarding
messages between them. A router differs from a bridge and a gateway in
that it selectively forwards information between the networks. Routers can
be implemented in pairs, or a router can communicate directly with a
computer. See also
bridge
.
roving MAC
A MAC that is placed strategically within the LANplex system to pinpoint
and diagnose network faults.
RS-232 serial port
The port on the system accepting a DB-9 or modem connector. It changes
the parallel arrangement of data within computers to the serial (one after
Summary of Contents for LANPLEX 2500
Page 1: ...LANPLEX 2500 OPERATION GUIDE Part No 801 00344 000 Published November 1996 Revision 03...
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Page 18: ...1 4 CHAPTER 1 LANPLEX MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION OVERVIEW...
Page 78: ...III Chapter 9 FDDI Overview and Implementation Chapter 10 FDDI Networks FDDI TECHNOLOGY...
Page 97: ...IV Chapter 11 ATM Networks ATM TECHNOLOGY...
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