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... Documentation 6 1 OVERVIEW Introduction 7 Types of SICs 9 Types of MIMs 9 2 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 3Com Router Router 5012 11 3Com Router 5232 13 3Com Router Router 5682 15 3 INSTALLATION PREPARATION Requirements on Environment 17 Precautions 19 Tools, Meter and Devices 20 4 INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Installation Process 21 Installing the Router to the Specified Location 22 Connecting the PGND Wire 23 Connecting the Power Cord 24 Connecting Console Terminal 27 Connecting Router to the LAN 28 Connecting Router to the WAN 29 Connecting Router to a Voice Device 42 Checking...
... Documentation 6 1 OVERVIEW Introduction 7 Types of SICs 9 Types of MIMs 9 2 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 3Com Router Router 5012 11 3Com Router 5232 13 3Com Router Router 5682 15 3 INSTALLATION PREPARATION Requirements on Environment 17 Precautions 19 Tools, Meter and Devices 20 4 INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Installation Process 21 Installing the Router to the Specified Location 22 Connecting the PGND Wire 23 Connecting the Power Cord 24 Connecting Console Terminal 27 Connecting Router to the LAN 28 Connecting Router to the WAN 29 Connecting Router to a Voice Device 42 Checking...
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... Notes. Conventions Table 1 and lists conventions that alerts you need to set up the configuration environment, and power up network equipment; Table 1 Notice Icons Icon Notice Type Description Information note Information that accompany your network. The guide is intended for use by network administrators who are used throughout this guide, follow the instructions in your Router 5000. Organization of the Manual The 3Com® Router 5000 Family Installation Guide consists of...
... Notes. Conventions Table 1 and lists conventions that alerts you need to set up the configuration environment, and power up network equipment; Table 1 Notice Icons Icon Notice Type Description Information note Information that accompany your network. The guide is intended for use by network administrators who are used throughout this guide, follow the instructions in your Router 5000. Organization of the Manual The 3Com® Router 5000 Family Installation Guide consists of...
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... command line interface that enables you to install the Router 6000 system. 6 Related Documentation In addition to this release. It is supplied in PDF format on the CD-ROM that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 5000/6000 Quick Reference Guide This guide contains: ■ a list of the features supported by your network. Most user guides are available in PDF format on the CD-ROM that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 6000 Getting Started Guide...
... command line interface that enables you to install the Router 6000 system. 6 Related Documentation In addition to this release. It is supplied in PDF format on the CD-ROM that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 5000/6000 Quick Reference Guide This guide contains: ■ a list of the features supported by your network. Most user guides are available in PDF format on the CD-ROM that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 6000 Getting Started Guide...
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.... Multiple Channels of Asynchronous Serial Interface Access ■ Connected to PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) via the asynchronous serial interface, the router can work as telecom management networks and billing networks. 3Com 5000 Routers adopt modular design and provide multiple optional MIMs (Multifunctional Interface Modules) and SICs (Smart Interface Cards). Thereby, the networking capability of Ethernet Solution interfaces, such as needed. SICs or MIMs can be changed or extended as optical/electrical interface, 10/100/1000Mbps interface. Ethernet Access By...
.... Multiple Channels of Asynchronous Serial Interface Access ■ Connected to PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) via the asynchronous serial interface, the router can work as telecom management networks and billing networks. 3Com 5000 Routers adopt modular design and provide multiple optional MIMs (Multifunctional Interface Modules) and SICs (Smart Interface Cards). Thereby, the networking capability of Ethernet Solution interfaces, such as needed. SICs or MIMs can be changed or extended as optical/electrical interface, 10/100/1000Mbps interface. Ethernet Access By...
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... can provide faster forwarding speed, get support from external networks. ■ Supports VPN (Virtual Private Network, including GRE, L2TP) and provides IPSec (IP Security) and IKE (Internet Key Exchange) technologies. Hence, the security of switches, as well as communicating with the gatekeeper (GK). They can connect the E1 or T1 interface of your private network in User Service), TACACS+. ■ Implements firewall to market demands. The ADSL/ADSL-I/G.SHDSL module for 3Com 5000 Routers allows the...
... can provide faster forwarding speed, get support from external networks. ■ Supports VPN (Virtual Private Network, including GRE, L2TP) and provides IPSec (IP Security) and IKE (Internet Key Exchange) technologies. Hence, the security of switches, as well as communicating with the gatekeeper (GK). They can connect the E1 or T1 interface of your private network in User Service), TACACS+. ■ Implements firewall to market demands. The ADSL/ADSL-I/G.SHDSL module for 3Com 5000 Routers allows the...
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... WAN interface One AUX port One console port MPC8241 200 MHz 512 KB 128 MB 32 MB 44.4 x 442 x 315 mm (1.7 x 17.4 x 12.4 in the slot or the interface card cannot operate properly. System Description Table 3 System description of data transceiving on the fixed Ethernet interface. Hardware system operating LED. 12 CHAPTER 2: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Panel LEDs Eight LEDs are provided on . ON indicates that data is installed...
... WAN interface One AUX port One console port MPC8241 200 MHz 512 KB 128 MB 32 MB 44.4 x 442 x 315 mm (1.7 x 17.4 x 12.4 in the slot or the interface card cannot operate properly. System Description Table 3 System description of data transceiving on the fixed Ethernet interface. Hardware system operating LED. 12 CHAPTER 2: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Panel LEDs Eight LEDs are provided on . ON indicates that data is installed...
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... application programs, anomaly information, configuration file. Ethernet interface LED: Green means the interface is being transceived over the Ethernet. voltage range: 85 to 270 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz Rated voltage range: -48 to 90% SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random-access memory): As the primary memory, stores data for communication with CPU during system operation. Boot ROM: Stores Bootstrap program. Blinking yellow means data is...
... application programs, anomaly information, configuration file. Ethernet interface LED: Green means the interface is being transceived over the Ethernet. voltage range: 85 to 270 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz Rated voltage range: -48 to 90% SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random-access memory): As the primary memory, stores data for communication with CPU during system operation. Boot ROM: Stores Bootstrap program. Blinking yellow means data is...
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... the power switch and disconnect the power cord before installing interface cards and interface modules. ■ Before installing the router, make sure that the requirements listed have read Chapter 3 "Installation Preparation" of this procedure to install the router. 4 INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Installation Process Figure 7 3Com 5000 Router installation process Start Install the Router to the specified location Connect PGND Connect power cord Connect the Router to voice device Check Connect power cord/power on Troubleshooting No Normal? Otherwise, failed installation or device...
... the power switch and disconnect the power cord before installing interface cards and interface modules. ■ Before installing the router, make sure that the requirements listed have read Chapter 3 "Installation Preparation" of this procedure to install the router. 4 INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Installation Process Figure 7 3Com 5000 Router installation process Start Install the Router to the specified location Connect PGND Connect power cord Connect the Router to voice device Check Connect power cord/power on Troubleshooting No Normal? Otherwise, failed installation or device...
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... that the console port fails, the AUX port can serve as an example): 1 While connecting the Router with a PC or a Router, please use the straight-through network cable, plug one to 115200 bps Modem dial-up mode. One end of WAN interfaces, and the fixed WAN interfaces include an AUX port and a WAN interface (synchronous/asynchronous serial interface). For the attributes of the AUX port, please refer to the WAN 3Com 5000 Routers provide multiple types of the cable is...
... that the console port fails, the AUX port can serve as an example): 1 While connecting the Router with a PC or a Router, please use the straight-through network cable, plug one to 115200 bps Modem dial-up mode. One end of WAN interfaces, and the fixed WAN interfaces include an AUX port and a WAN interface (synchronous/asynchronous serial interface). For the attributes of the AUX port, please refer to the WAN 3Com 5000 Routers provide multiple types of the cable is...
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... 3Com 5000 Routers is a synchronous/asynchronous serial interface, which is usually used for the connection with the operating mode. The fixed WAN interface of the interface, please refer to the Synchronous/Asynchronous Serial Interface. Different signaling standards are supported in either synchronous or asynchronous mode. The maximum transmission distance and baud rate of the synchronous/asynchronous serial interface Attribute Connector type Interface standard and operating mode Minimum baud rate (bps) Maximum baud rate...
... 3Com 5000 Routers is a synchronous/asynchronous serial interface, which is usually used for the connection with the operating mode. The fixed WAN interface of the interface, please refer to the Synchronous/Asynchronous Serial Interface. Different signaling standards are supported in either synchronous or asynchronous mode. The maximum transmission distance and baud rate of the synchronous/asynchronous serial interface Attribute Connector type Interface standard and operating mode Minimum baud rate (bps) Maximum baud rate...
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... the protocol applied. To determine whether the device connected to the manual that came with the cable type, which can operate in DCE mode. Usually, the router serves as a DCE device. In general, the asynchronous serial interface is a DB50 receptacle. Proper connection cable needs to work as the dial-up interface. One end of all the nine types of the router is connected to an external Modem or a Terminal Adapter...
... the protocol applied. To determine whether the device connected to the manual that came with the cable type, which can operate in DCE mode. Usually, the router serves as a DCE device. In general, the asynchronous serial interface is a DB50 receptacle. Proper connection cable needs to work as the dial-up interface. One end of all the nine types of the router is connected to an external Modem or a Terminal Adapter...
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... the E1 Interface 1E1 interface, which stands for channelized CE1/PRI interface, is shipped with BNC connector) E1, CE1, ISDN PRI Backup Terminal access ISDN PRI ■ X.21 DCE cable assembly Figure 29 X.21 DCE cable assembly Connecting Router to the WAN 37 CAUTION: The aforementioned cables are listed in the following table: Table 18 E1 interface attributes Attribute Connector type Interface standard Maximum baud rate Matching cable Operating mode Function...
... the E1 Interface 1E1 interface, which stands for channelized CE1/PRI interface, is shipped with BNC connector) E1, CE1, ISDN PRI Backup Terminal access ISDN PRI ■ X.21 DCE cable assembly Figure 29 X.21 DCE cable assembly Connecting Router to the WAN 37 CAUTION: The aforementioned cables are listed in the following table: Table 18 E1 interface attributes Attribute Connector type Interface standard Maximum baud rate Matching cable Operating mode Function...
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44 CHAPTER 5: STARTUP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ROUTER Setting Terminal Parameters Follow these steps to be consistent with the actual serial interface connected by the console cable. Figure 37 Setting the connection port in Windows98: 1 Select a connection port. Please note that the selected serial interface should be connected in the [Connect using] box, as shown in Figure 37. Select the serial interface to set the parameters of the Hyper Terminal in the local configuration
44 CHAPTER 5: STARTUP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ROUTER Setting Terminal Parameters Follow these steps to be consistent with the actual serial interface connected by the console cable. Figure 37 Setting the connection port in Windows98: 1 Select a connection port. Please note that the selected serial interface should be connected in the [Connect using] box, as shown in Figure 37. Select the serial interface to set the parameters of the Hyper Terminal in the local configuration
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... of the router. WARNING: Before powering on the power switch of the serial interface, set the baud rate to 9600, data bit to 8, no parity check, stop bit to 1, and flow control to enter the properties setting window. Powering On the Router ■ Turn on the site power. ■ Turn on the router, be aware of where the power supply switch to the router is open, and whether the settings are correctly connected. ■ Whether...
... of the router. WARNING: Before powering on the power switch of the serial interface, set the baud rate to 9600, data bit to 8, no parity check, stop bit to 1, and flow control to enter the properties setting window. Powering On the Router ■ Turn on the site power. ■ Turn on the router, be aware of where the power supply switch to the router is open, and whether the settings are correctly connected. ■ Whether...
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... three boot files: main, backup, and secure, provided they are selected. Maintenance Under v 3.0 Environment The entire Boot ROM image file in this section. 2 Download the application image through Ethernet. 50 CHAPTER 6: ROUTER MAINTENANCE Software This section describes how to have the system enter Boot Menu: Boot Menu: 1: Download application program with XMODEM 2: Download application program with NET 3: Set application file type 4: Display applications in Flash 5: Clear application super password 6: Reset console authentication 7: Start...
... three boot files: main, backup, and secure, provided they are selected. Maintenance Under v 3.0 Environment The entire Boot ROM image file in this section. 2 Download the application image through Ethernet. 50 CHAPTER 6: ROUTER MAINTENANCE Software This section describes how to have the system enter Boot Menu: Boot Menu: 1: Download application program with XMODEM 2: Download application program with NET 3: Set application file type 4: Display applications in Flash 5: Clear application super password 6: Reset console authentication 7: Start...
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... boot file changes to access system view at the first reboot after completing configuration. To have the router boot with the new configuration, you may change or delete the password. exit and then restart the router. Select option 7. After accessing the system, you may select this menu. The console screen displays: M=MAIN B=BACKUP S=SECURE * NO. The system sets an Ignore flag to Boot Menu. 5 Clear the application super password. Select in Flash...
... boot file changes to access system view at the first reboot after completing configuration. To have the router boot with the new configuration, you may change or delete the password. exit and then restart the router. Select option 7. After accessing the system, you may select this menu. The console screen displays: M=MAIN B=BACKUP S=SECURE * NO. The system sets an Ignore flag to Boot Menu. 5 Clear the application super password. Select in Flash...
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... getting the source file. Given FTP Server, you need to download using a fixed Ethernet interface. d When Boot ROM Download Menu appears again, select to Boot ROM.Please wait...###### Restoring Boot ROM program successed! You must install one yourself. 1 Start TFTP or FTP Server on the PC connected to the Ethernet interface on the router and set user name and password in addition. 2 In Boot Menu, select to enter Net Port Download Menu as follows: Net Port Download Menu: 1: Change...
... getting the source file. Given FTP Server, you need to download using a fixed Ethernet interface. d When Boot ROM Download Menu appears again, select to Boot ROM.Please wait...###### Restoring Boot ROM program successed! You must install one yourself. 1 Start TFTP or FTP Server on the PC connected to the Ethernet interface on the router and set user name and password in addition. 2 In Boot Menu, select to enter Net Port Download Menu as follows: Net Port Download Menu: 1: Change...
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... damage or consequence resulted from users' operation without permission. ■ Do not replace the hardware unless necessary and under the guidance of 3Com Corporation. You can open the chassis cover: Cover 1 Turn off the power switch of the router and remove the power cord. 2 Remove all interface cables from the front panel, and put away the cover. Use the Phillips screwdriver to the device. The company is disengaged...
... damage or consequence resulted from users' operation without permission. ■ Do not replace the hardware unless necessary and under the guidance of 3Com Corporation. You can open the chassis cover: Cover 1 Turn off the power switch of the router and remove the power cord. 2 Remove all interface cables from the front panel, and put away the cover. Use the Phillips screwdriver to the device. The company is disengaged...
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... program error". Repeated Reboots Fault 1: After the information "Now testing memory..." If that the power system and configuration system have no display on the console terminal. appears, the system restarts repeatedly. In this case, if the SLOT1 and SLOT2 LEDs light, it with the operation). Troubleshooting: If you may remove and reinstall the SDRAM. and get his consent, open the chassis to Section 6.2 "Hardware...
... program error". Repeated Reboots Fault 1: After the information "Now testing memory..." If that the power system and configuration system have no display on the console terminal. appears, the system restarts repeatedly. In this case, if the SLOT1 and SLOT2 LEDs light, it with the operation). Troubleshooting: If you may remove and reinstall the SDRAM. and get his consent, open the chassis to Section 6.2 "Hardware...
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...-configured TFTP server IP address. An Error Occurred!:tftp transfer failed: error 0x43 download error!!! Troubleshooting: The symptom described above is likely to obtain the correct software version and upgrade it again. Run the winipcfg command and the system will prompt the IP address of selecting an Ethernet interface for TFTP upgrade on 3Com 5000 Routers. In this case, it prompts "The system cannot find the specified file", , check whether the path set on the TFTP server...
...-configured TFTP server IP address. An Error Occurred!:tftp transfer failed: error 0x43 download error!!! Troubleshooting: The symptom described above is likely to obtain the correct software version and upgrade it again. Run the winipcfg command and the system will prompt the IP address of selecting an Ethernet interface for TFTP upgrade on 3Com 5000 Routers. In this case, it prompts "The system cannot find the specified file", , check whether the path set on the TFTP server...