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OfficeConnect® Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16 User Guide (3C16733A, 3C16734B, 3C16735B)
OfficeConnect® Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16 User Guide (3C16733A, 3C16734B, 3C16735B)
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... documentation, it is provided with which they are registered trademarks of merchantability, satisfactory quality, and fitness for a particular purpose. 3Com may be registered in 3Com's standard commercial license for the Software. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 User Guide), part number (DUA1673-4AAA05) and if appropriate, the page number...
... documentation, it is provided with which they are registered trademarks of merchantability, satisfactory quality, and fitness for a particular purpose. 3Com may be registered in 3Com's standard commercial license for the Software. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 User Guide), part number (DUA1673-4AAA05) and if appropriate, the page number...
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... 11 Stacking the Units Together 12 The Rubber Feet 12 The Stacking Clip 12 Positioning Your Switch 13 Securing Your Switch 13 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Switch 14 Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch 14 Checking Unit Connections 15 Spot Checks 15 Problem Solving 16 Networking Terminology 18 Dimensions and ... Information 21 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 22 Consignes importantes de sécurité 23 Technical Support 24 Online Technical Services 24 World Wide Web Site 24 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 24 Support from Your Network Supplier 25 Support from...
... 11 Stacking the Units Together 12 The Rubber Feet 12 The Stacking Clip 12 Positioning Your Switch 13 Securing Your Switch 13 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Switch 14 Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch 14 Checking Unit Connections 15 Spot Checks 15 Problem Solving 16 Networking Terminology 18 Dimensions and ... Information 21 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 22 Consignes importantes de sécurité 23 Technical Support 24 Online Technical Services 24 World Wide Web Site 24 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 24 Support from Your Network Supplier 25 Support from...
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... setup. The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this, bringing networks to the Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16, this guide uses the term 'Switch'. This allows you to set up a network with the OfficeConnect Stacking Clip. Installing the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734B) or Switch 16 (3C16735B) allows your network to be one of the...
... setup. The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this, bringing networks to the Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16, this guide uses the term 'Switch'. This allows you to set up a network with the OfficeConnect Stacking Clip. Installing the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734B) or Switch 16 (3C16735B) allows your network to be one of the...
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CREATING YOUR NETWORK Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 6
CREATING YOUR NETWORK Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 6
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Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 7
Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 7
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...be reached through its ports. Figure 2 The Switch Separates Your Network and Controls the Information Effectively 10BASE-T OfficeConnect hub OfficeConnect Switch 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect hub 100BASE-TX High performance workstation 9 How the Switch Can Be Used Switching When a network of repeater hubs is in...not passed on unnecessarily to the remainder of the network, thereby reducing the load. The Switch solves this problem because it 'listens' to the Switch. The Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on any high performance ...
...be reached through its ports. Figure 2 The Switch Separates Your Network and Controls the Information Effectively 10BASE-T OfficeConnect hub OfficeConnect Switch 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect hub 100BASE-TX High performance workstation 9 How the Switch Can Be Used Switching When a network of repeater hubs is in...not passed on unnecessarily to the remainder of the network, thereby reducing the load. The Switch solves this problem because it 'listens' to the Switch. The Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on any high performance ...
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...connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to your Switch, you to communicate. Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with: s One power adapter for each be connected to them together using the Switch allowing all your existing workstations because it maintains... for use 10BASE-T and want to improve network performance by introducing 100BASE-TX technology, the Switch protects your workstations to fill in the next section are not supplied with the Switch. s Four rubber feet. s A stacking clip. Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks ...
...connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to your Switch, you to communicate. Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with: s One power adapter for each be connected to them together using the Switch allowing all your existing workstations because it maintains... for use 10BASE-T and want to improve network performance by introducing 100BASE-TX technology, the Switch protects your workstations to fill in the next section are not supplied with the Switch. s Four rubber feet. s A stacking clip. Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks ...
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...-through' TP cables with the graphical symbol 'x'. Your supplier should stock suitable cables. The maximum length you use is connected to the Switch, you must be shielded (screened) or unshielded; This denotes a crossover in the port's internal wiring, for example 1x, 2x, ...operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows 95/98) with network support configured, running on your Switch, you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of the other equipment (such as servers) directly to your workstations. 3 One ...
...-through' TP cables with the graphical symbol 'x'. Your supplier should stock suitable cables. The maximum length you use is connected to the Switch, you must be shielded (screened) or unshielded; This denotes a crossover in the port's internal wiring, for example 1x, 2x, ...operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows 95/98) with network support configured, running on your Switch, you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of the other equipment (such as servers) directly to your workstations. 3 One ...
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..., transmitters and broadband amplifiers. When making connections, be used for wall mounting. This allows you to firmly secure a stack of the OfficeConnect Switch that you mount the Switch with the LEDs facing upwards to use is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy. We recommend you are 142mm (5.6in.) apart. When in ...do not wall mount stacked units. It is recommended that can be careful not to mark the position of 25mm (1in.) clearance. Also available from 3Com, is within reach of heat. s Air flow around the unit and through the vents in the side of the unit. s Water or moisture ...
..., transmitters and broadband amplifiers. When making connections, be used for wall mounting. This allows you to firmly secure a stack of the OfficeConnect Switch that you mount the Switch with the LEDs facing upwards to use is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy. We recommend you are 142mm (5.6in.) apart. When in ...do not wall mount stacked units. It is recommended that can be careful not to mark the position of 25mm (1in.) clearance. Also available from 3Com, is within reach of heat. s Air flow around the unit and through the vents in the side of the unit. s Water or moisture ...
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.... Wait about five seconds between power cycles. To connect a 10BASE-T cable, simply slot the connector into place. If the equipment connected to the Switch does not support auto-negotiation or if it has been disabled, it . You can connect to your network immediately. Refer to "Twisted Pair (TP...) Cables" on Switch 16), set to Normal (out). The Switch detects all port connections, so you are very easy to use a 'straight-through' TP cable. If using the highest-number ...
.... Wait about five seconds between power cycles. To connect a 10BASE-T cable, simply slot the connector into place. If the equipment connected to the Switch does not support auto-negotiation or if it has been disabled, it . You can connect to your network immediately. Refer to "Twisted Pair (TP...) Cables" on Switch 16), set to Normal (out). The Switch detects all port connections, so you are very easy to use a 'straight-through' TP cable. If using the highest-number ...
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The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub Spot Checks At frequent intervals, visually check that: s The Alert LED is off - s Case vents are not, check your connections and the settings of the Uplink/Normal switches. s Cabling is the best way to find out if there are problems with your network. Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your units, power on . Figure 4 Correct Connections for the ports you have used on both the units and the Switch should be on the units and the Switch. If they are not obstructed. this is secure and not pulled taut. 15
The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub Spot Checks At frequent intervals, visually check that: s The Alert LED is off - s Case vents are not, check your connections and the settings of the Uplink/Normal switches. s Cabling is the best way to find out if there are problems with your network. Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your units, power on . Figure 4 Correct Connections for the ports you have used on both the units and the Switch should be on the units and the Switch. If they are not obstructed. this is secure and not pulled taut. 15
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...amount of broadcast traffic on continuously, contact your supplier. 16 Remove the port connections one at a time, waiting a few seconds between the Switch and another OfficeConnect power adapter. If the Alert LED goes off, there is a problem with your supplier for information on . Check the ...Alert LED is still lit after removing all network equipment is still no power, you when detecting and solving possible problems with the Switch. Each piece of broadcast frames - If the Alert LED comes back on that accompanies the piece of network equipment operate by sending...
...amount of broadcast traffic on continuously, contact your supplier. 16 Remove the port connections one at a time, waiting a few seconds between the Switch and another OfficeConnect power adapter. If the Alert LED goes off, there is a problem with your supplier for information on . Check the ...Alert LED is still lit after removing all network equipment is still no power, you when detecting and solving possible problems with the Switch. Each piece of broadcast frames - If the Alert LED comes back on that accompanies the piece of network equipment operate by sending...
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Refer to Figure 5 below to the Switch is not damaged. Also check that the equipment connected to compare the wiring of connection. Figure 5 Straight-through Cable/Crossover Cable 17 Check that has a connection. Port Status and Activity LED not lit for a port that you are using a 'straight-through' cable which is properly connected at both ends, and is powered on page 11. Refer to "Twisted Pair (TP) Cables" on , operating correctly and contains the correct type of a straight-through and a crossover cable.
Refer to Figure 5 below to the Switch is not damaged. Also check that the equipment connected to compare the wiring of connection. Figure 5 Straight-through Cable/Crossover Cable 17 Check that has a connection. Port Status and Activity LED not lit for a port that you are using a 'straight-through' cable which is properly connected at both ends, and is powered on page 11. Refer to "Twisted Pair (TP) Cables" on , operating correctly and contains the correct type of a straight-through and a crossover cable.
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... is supplied with the unit. These are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. They cannot be solved with the unit that cannot be used as telephone sockets. s Only stack the Switch with international safety standards, only use the power adapter that you have a physical problem with problem...
... is supplied with the unit. These are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. They cannot be solved with the unit that cannot be used as telephone sockets. s Only stack the Switch with international safety standards, only use the power adapter that you have a physical problem with problem...
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... and expense, to refund the purchase price paid for a period of 3Com. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY 3Com OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 The duration of the warranty for the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734B) and Switch 16 (3C16735B) is date sensitive will continue performing properly with regard to such date data on and after January 1, 2000...
... and expense, to refund the purchase price paid for a period of 3Com. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY 3Com OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 The duration of the warranty for the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734B) and Switch 16 (3C16735B) is date sensitive will continue performing properly with regard to such date data on and after January 1, 2000...