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The following list describes acronyms and definitions for terms used throughout this document:
CPU: Central Processing Unit
DOCSIS: Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification
FPGA: Field Programmable Gate Array
HFC: Hybrid Fiber-Coax
IAM: Intelligent Amplifier Module
IFAM: Intelligent Forward Amplifier Module
IRAM: Intelligent Reverse Amplifier Module
iNode: Intelligent Node
iRPD: Intelligent Remote PHY Device
LCS: Local Control Software
MCU: Microprocessor Control Unit
MIB: Management Interface Base
OIB: Optical Interface Board
RPHY: Remote PHY
USB: Universal Serial Bus