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This guide describes how to install appliances and modules that support Cisco IPS 5.1. It includes a glossary that contains expanded acronyms and pertinent IPS terms. It is part of the documentation set for Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 5.1. Use this guide in conjunction with the documents listed in Related Documentation. This preface contains the following topics:
•Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request
This guide is for experienced network security administrators who install and maintain Cisco IPS sensors, including the supported IPS appliances and modules.
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These documents support Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 5.1 and can be found on Cisco.com at this URL:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vpndevc/ps4077/tsd_products_support_series_home.html
•Documentation Roadmap for Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 5.1
•Release Notes for Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 5.1
•Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 4200 Series Appliance Sensor
•Installing and Using Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Device Manager 5.1
•Configuring the Cisco Intrusion Prevention System Sensor Using the Command Line Interface 5.1
•Command Reference for Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 5.1
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