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This guide explains how to use Cisco Transport Manager (CTM) to manage Cisco Optical Networking System (ONS) 15303, Cisco ONS 15304, and Cisco ONS 15454 network elements (NEs).
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The primary audience for this guide includes network operations personnel and system administrators who are responsible for Cisco ONS 15303, Cisco ONS 15304, and Cisco ONS 15454 network management. This guide assumes the reader is familiar with the following topics:
| Chapter Number | Chapter Title | Description |
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Chapter 1 | Provides a high-level description of how CTM fits into a service provider's network. | |
Chapter 2 | Describes the CTM server and client from a CTM system administrator's perspective. | |
Chapter 3 | Describes the features of CTM GateWay and provides configuration guidelines. | |
Chapter 4 | Describes the features of CTM ConnectWay and provides configuration guidelines. | |
Chapter 5 | Provides helpful troubleshooting procedures. | |
Appendix A | Describes error messages and recommends solutions. |
The hard copy of this guide is updated at major releases only and does not always contain the latest material for enhancements occurring between major releases. Separate release notes or configuration notes for spares, hardware, and software enhancements occurring between major releases are shipped to you.
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TimeSaver Make sure that you have access to the following documents. These documents are available in print, on CD-ROM, and on the World Wide Web. |
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Cisco Transport Manager |
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Cisco ONS 15303 |
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Cisco ONS 15304 |
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Cisco ONS 15454 |
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Cisco IOS Release 11.3 | To reach documentation for Cisco IOS Release 11.3 from Cisco Connection Online (CCO) at www.cisco.com, click on this path: Service & Support > Technical Assistance Center > Cisco IOS Software Configuration > Cisco IOS Release 11.3 |
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Telcordia Technologies (formerly Bellcore) GR-253. Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) Transport Systems: Common Generic Criteria. Issue 2, December 1995, Revision 1, December 1997. Telcordia Technologies GR-833-CORE. Network Maintenance: Network Element and Transport Surveillance Messages. Issue 2, November 1996. Telcordia Technologies SR-1665. NMA Operations System Generic Transport Network Element Interface Support. Issue 1, December 1997. Telcordia Technologies SR-NWT-002723. Applicable TL1 Messages for SONET Network Elements. Issue 1, June 1993. International Telecommunication Union Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T). ITU-T Recommendation M.3010 (1992): Principles for a Telecommunications Management Network. |
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