A BOUT THIS G UIDEThis Switch 4005 Installation and Maintenance Guide provides a description ofSwitch 4005 components, installation and removal procedures, site requirements,and important safety information for Switch 4005 components.If the information in the Switch 4005 Release Notes differs from the information inthis guide, follow the instructions in the release notes. Release notes are notincluded with the product packaging. To obtain them, visit the 3Com Web site.Begin from the “Find Documentation” link on this page:http://support.3com.com/index.htmAudience Definition This guide is intended for network administrators who are responsible forinstalling and managing the network hardware and who are considered to betrained service personnel. This guide assumes that the network administrator has aworking knowledge of local area network (LAN) operations, but it does notassume prior knowledge of Switch 4005 high performance networkingequipment. Furthermore, this guide assumes that the network administrator hasobtained the appropriate technical training and experience to perform tasks inservice access areas of network equipment, to be aware of electrical hazards orother hazards that exist in performing these tasks, and to take steps that minimizethe danger to themselves or other persons.Conventions Table 1 and Table 2 list conventions that are used throughout this guide.Table 1 Notice IconsIcon Notice Type DescriptionInformation note Information that describes important features or instructionsCaution Information that alerts you to potential loss of data or potentialdamage to an application, system, or deviceWarning Information that alerts you to potential personal injuryTable 2 Text ConventionsConvention DescriptionWords in italics Italics are used to: Emphasize a point. Denote a new term at the place where it is defined in the text.