Adtran 1202872L1 User Manual

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NetVanta 3200/3300/3400 Series
 Option Modules
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OPTION MODULES
The NetVanta 3000 Series accepts several option modules designed to meet a variety of networking 
requirements. The option modules are of two types: plug-in network interface modules (NIMs) and plug-
on dial backup interface modules (DIMs).
NIMs are cards that plug directly into the option module slots (labeled 
SLOT
 1
 NET/DBU or 
SLOT
 2
 NET/DBU
), located on the rear of the base unit. These cards provide the following types of 
interfaces:
DIMs are plug-on cards that plug directly onto the NIM prior to installation into the base unit. A DIM must 
be plugged onto a NIM in order for the 
DBU
 port on the NIM to be active. The NetVanta 3000 Series 
supports three DIMs (only one DIM per slot can be installed):
This section describes each module, providing individual card shipping contents, specifications, and 
features. Refer to Connector Pin Definitions on page 85 for pinout information. 
 provides information on installing the modules. 
Refer to 
installing and removing a USB cellular modem from the USB WWAN NIM.