Cisco Cisco 1 GHz GainStar Node Installation Guide

4035009 Rev B

Introduction

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

The GainStar Mini Node Platform addresses the needs of today's broadband networks.
All GainStar Mini Nodes provide superior performance and reliability combined with
a user-friendly layout.
This chapter introduces you to the GainStar Mini Node and describes its main
components, configuration options, and accessories.

Purpose

This guide provides instructions for installing, configuring, setting up, and
troubleshooting the GainStar Mini Node.

Who Should Use This Document

This document is intended for authorized service personnel who have experience
working with similar equipment. The service personnel should have appropriate
background and knowledge to complete the procedures described in this document.

Qualified Personnel

CAUTION:

Allow only qualified and skilled personnel to install, operate, maintain, and
service this product. Otherwise, personal injury or equipment damage may occur.

Only appropriately qualified and skilled personnel should attempt to install, operate,
maintain, and service this product.

Scope

This guide discusses the following topics.

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Description of the GainStar Mini Node

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Installing and Configuring the Mini Node

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Balancing and Setup of Forward and Reverse Signal Paths

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Troubleshooting the Mini Node

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Customer Support Information

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Description of Configuration Options and Accessories

Document Version

This is the Rev B of this document. The statuses of former releases are listed in the
following table.

Document Release

Version

Status

Cisco GainStar Mini Node Modules and Pedestal Housings
Installation and Operation Guide

REV A

Published

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