Nortel Networks

de James Knapp

The Definitive Guide for IT Professionals Using Nortel EquipmentMaster Nortel-supported technology and products using this authoritative resource--now updated in a new edition. You'll get detailed information on both basic and advanced networking topics--including frame switching, token ring configuration, internetworking, ATM, and BGP-4 (Border Gateway Protocol). You'll also find helpful information on becoming Nortel certified. If you're looking for a solid reference that goes beyond the existing documentation accompanying Nortel equipment, then this is the book you need.Get a complete overview of Nortel Enterprise devicesLearn about basic Accelar architecture and the Layer 3 SwitchUnderstand frame switching on the Centillion platformUse ATM technology--including LAN emulation services, call routing via IISP, and multi-protocol over ATM (MPOA)Handle all aspects of token ring switching--including the C100/C50/C20/5000BHIntegrate Nortel technology into an existing infrastructureConfigure BGP-4 on the Nortel router platformUtilize the numerous reference guides--OSPF, RIP and RIPv2