[comp.org.ieee] IEEE's Local Area Networks Seminar

standards@ieee.org (Standards) (12/20/90)

TOKEN RING DESIGN and INSTALLATION

April 10, 1991          Washington, DC
May 8, 1991              Dallas, TX


Token Ring Seminar Attendees will Learn About:
- LAN Applications
- Token Ring Topology
- Network Configuration
- Wiring Requirements

From the developers of the industry-recognized IEEE 802.5 standard.

Local Area Networks
TOKEN RING DESIGN and INSTALLATION

The availability of a full range of competitively priced, state-of-the-art
information processing hardware and software  developed to meet particular
requirements  has lead to the predominance of multi-vendor systems
environments. This development has fostered the demand for multi-vendor
connectivity, distributed processing, and the electronic exchange of
information between incompatible mainframes, workstations, and peripherals. In
response, Local Area Networks (LANs) have emerged. The primary data
communications vehicle in most of today's system implementations, LANs allow
for the compatible interconnection of system stations.  For network and
systems managers to effectively choose the right LAN products for their
existing and future applications needs, a thorough understanding of modern LAN
architectures and access methods is essential.  This seminar focuses on the
Token Ring Access Method for the compatible interconnection of data processing
equipment. It is based on IEEE Std 802.5-1989, and discusses token-passing
ring topology and network configuration and wiring requirements in accordance
with the industry standard.  In this seminar, network professionals gain a
thorough understanding of the principles and fundamentals of token ring
operations and physical design. They will be able to better manage their
existing network environments, while confidently planning for future growth.

In this seminar, you'll learn:
- Local area networks  concepts and definitions
- Fundamentals of token ring operation
- Principles and mechanics of token ring physical design
- Differences between token ring, token passing bus, and Carrier Sense and
  Multiple Access/Collision Detection (CSMA/CD) access methods
- Network topology selection
- Physical design for high network availability
- When and how to divide networks into rings
- Physical wiring and configuration for networks
- How to choose cable media  twisted pair, coaxial, or optical fiber  for
  connecting workstations
- The impact of wiring upgrades from 4 to 16 MBit/s
- Repeaters placement in networks
- Lobe lengths
- Building wiring to support token ring applications
- Limitations associated with wiring LANs and interconnecting networks

When you're back on the job, apply your new expertise and:
- Properly evaluate your current and future application requirments
- Select the LAN architecture that best fits your needs
- Avoid costly mistakes by procuring the right equipment for your network from
  the start
- Plan the wiring of a building to support token ring applications
- Wire a LAN that uses the token-ring access method
- Effectively manage and optimize a physical network to accommodate for future
  expansion

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is designed for those involved in the physical design and
implementation of networks and who need to understand the operation of token
ring networks from a physical design point of view, especially:
- Network/Systems Managers
- Network Administrators and Systems Analysts
- Systems and Application Designers
- Network/LAN Suppliers and Developers
- Wire and Cable Engineers

DATES and LOCATIONS
April 10, 1991         Washington DC
May 8, 1991             Dallas,TX


TAKE HOME MATERIALS
At our seminar, you'll receive the following IEEE Standards used throughout
the industry:
- IEEE Std 802.5-1989, Local Area Networks: Token Ring Access Method and
  Physical Layer Specifications  a $42.00 value!
- ISO 8802-2 : 1989, Information Processing Systems  Local Area Networks
  Part 2: Logical Link Control  a $45.00 value!
- Complete lecture notebook

SEMINAR FEES
Take advantage of our Early Bird discount and enroll before March 15, 1991!
Early Bird Fee: $440            IEEE Member Early Bird Fee: $390

After March 15, 1991
Fee: $490          IEEE Member: $440
All Registration fees include complimentary continental breakfast, lunch and
refreshments.

0.7 Continuing Education Units
IEEE Certificate of Completion

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