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Checking for Correct Operation of LEDs 24 Connecting a Redundant Power System 25 Choosing the Correct Cables 25 Choosing the correct Fiber cables 26 GBIC Operation 27 Approved GBIC Transceivers 27 Inserting a GBIC Transceiver 27 3 SETTING UP FOR MANAGEMENT Setting Up Overview 32...IP Information 35 Connecting to a Front Panel Port 35 Connecting to the Console Port 38 Viewing Automatically Configured IP Information 42 Using 3Com Network Supervisor 42 Connecting to the Console Port 42 Methods of Managing a Switch 45 Command Line Interface Management 45 Web Interface Management 46 SNMP Management 46...
Checking for Correct Operation of LEDs 24 Connecting a Redundant Power System 25 Choosing the Correct Cables 25 Choosing the correct Fiber cables 26 GBIC Operation 27 Approved GBIC Transceivers 27 Inserting a GBIC Transceiver 27 3 SETTING UP FOR MANAGEMENT Setting Up Overview 32...IP Information 35 Connecting to a Front Panel Port 35 Connecting to the Console Port 38 Viewing Automatically Configured IP Information 42 Using 3Com Network Supervisor 42 Connecting to the Console Port 42 Methods of Managing a Switch 45 Command Line Interface Management 45 Web Interface Management 46 SNMP Management 46...
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... to a SuperStack Advanced Redundant Power System (RPS). About the Switch 4200 Series 17 Switch 4200 Series Figure 4 Switch 4200 Series - Rear View Detail Supply Data Warning Label Console (max) 19200,8,1,N Power Socket Redundant Power System Socket Console Port Power Socket The Switch automatically adjusts ...its power setting to auto-baud, 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit. The console port uses a standard null modem cable and is ...
... to a SuperStack Advanced Redundant Power System (RPS). About the Switch 4200 Series 17 Switch 4200 Series Figure 4 Switch 4200 Series - Rear View Detail Supply Data Warning Label Console (max) 19200,8,1,N Power Socket Redundant Power System Socket Console Port Power Socket The Switch automatically adjusts ...its power setting to auto-baud, 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit. The console port uses a standard null modem cable and is ...
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...You must do this section assumes the unit has been powered up your Switch manually you can make a connection to a network. You can then manually enter IP information using a console cable to a front panel port - Manually Configuring IP Information 35 Manually Configuring... IP Information You can manually configure the Switch IP information in this whilst the Switch is , before you connect the Switch to a front Panel Port panel port....
...You must do this section assumes the unit has been powered up your Switch manually you can make a connection to a network. You can then manually enter IP information using a console cable to a front panel port - Manually Configuring IP Information 35 Manually Configuring... IP Information You can manually configure the Switch IP information in this whilst the Switch is , before you connect the Switch to a front Panel Port panel port....
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Using Command Line Interface via Telnet Accessing the Command Line Interface via Telnet or Windows HyperTerminal using a console cable to make a direct connection to the Switch. 1 To start a Telnet session to open a login prompt. and ensure that Send line ends with carriage returns. If the login prompt does ... this for telnet enter set this way if you are displayed. 4 The Getting Started pages allow you to enter basic setup information for the Switch. b In the dialogue box that appears type the default IP address of the unit, that you have logged on correctly, a set up ...
Using Command Line Interface via Telnet Accessing the Command Line Interface via Telnet or Windows HyperTerminal using a console cable to make a direct connection to the Switch. 1 To start a Telnet session to open a login prompt. and ensure that Send line ends with carriage returns. If the login prompt does ... this for telnet enter set this way if you are displayed. 4 The Getting Started pages allow you to enter basic setup information for the Switch. b In the dialogue box that appears type the default IP address of the unit, that you have logged on correctly, a set up ...
Getting Started Guide
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...screws on your workstation. if you can manually set up the Switch with the terminal emulation software. ■ A suitable cable: ■ A standard null modem cable - Figure 11 Connecting a workstation to the Switch via the console port directly, or through a modem. ■ Documentation supplied with...9632; IP address ■ subnet mask ■ default gateway Connecting the Workstation to the Switch 1 Connect the workstation to the console port, or ■ A standard modem cable - This software allows you are connecting to prevent it from being loosened. Manually Configuring ...
...screws on your workstation. if you can manually set up the Switch with the terminal emulation software. ■ A suitable cable: ■ A standard null modem cable - Figure 11 Connecting a workstation to the Switch via the console port directly, or through a modem. ■ Documentation supplied with...9632; IP address ■ subnet mask ■ default gateway Connecting the Workstation to the Switch 1 Connect the workstation to the console port, or ■ A standard modem cable - This software allows you are connecting to prevent it from being loosened. Manually Configuring ...
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... using the command line interface. 1 The command line interface login sequence begins as soon as shown in the example in Figure 12. Setting Up the Switch with IP Information You are : ■ 19,200 baud ■ 8 data bits ■ no parity ■ 1 stop bit ■ no ... control Refer to its console port. If you have logged on correctly, the top-level menu of the command line interface is displayed as the Switch detects a connection to the documentation that accompanies the terminal emulation software for the Switch, which you have connected the cable. If the login prompt...
... using the command line interface. 1 The command line interface login sequence begins as soon as shown in the example in Figure 12. Setting Up the Switch with IP Information You are : ■ 19,200 baud ■ 8 data bits ■ no parity ■ 1 stop bit ■ no ... control Refer to its console port. If you have logged on correctly, the top-level menu of the command line interface is displayed as the Switch detects a connection to the documentation that accompanies the terminal emulation software for the Switch, which you have connected the cable. If the login prompt...
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... a summary of Managing a Switch" on page 45. At the Enter configuration method prompt enter manual. See "Methods of the information entered. Administer security system - The screen prompts you can disconnect the serial cable and close the terminal emulator... address, subnet mask, and gateway IP address for the Switch. If you do not intend to use the command line interface via the console port to manage the Switch, you to set up your chosen management method. Basic ... 12 Example top-level command line interface menu Menu options 3Com Superstack 3 Switch 4200 bridge -
... a summary of Managing a Switch" on page 45. At the Enter configuration method prompt enter manual. See "Methods of the information entered. Administer security system - The screen prompts you can disconnect the serial cable and close the terminal emulator... address, subnet mask, and gateway IP address for the Switch. If you do not intend to use the command line interface via the console port to manage the Switch, you to set up your chosen management method. Basic ... 12 Example top-level command line interface menu Menu options 3Com Superstack 3 Switch 4200 bridge -
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...discovery wizard. 3Com Network Supervisor will auto-discover the new Switch and display the IP information that has been automatically allocated to the Switch. You can then view the IP information automatically assigned to the Switch using a console cable to the console port of the Switch. Connect ...a workstation using the command line interface (CLI). You can discover the IP information in two ways: ■ Using 3Com Network Supervisor - 42 CHAPTER 3: SETTING ...
...discovery wizard. 3Com Network Supervisor will auto-discover the new Switch and display the IP information that has been automatically allocated to the Switch. You can then view the IP information automatically assigned to the Switch using a console cable to the console port of the Switch. Connect ...a workstation using the command line interface (CLI). You can discover the IP information in two ways: ■ Using 3Com Network Supervisor - 42 CHAPTER 3: SETTING ...
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... it from being loosened. You can find pin-out diagrams for more information. Figure 13 Connecting a workstation to the Switch via the console port To connect the cable: a Attach the female connector on the cable to the male connector on the console port of the serial ports (also known as shown in Appendix B on the...
... it from being loosened. You can find pin-out diagrams for more information. Figure 13 Connecting a workstation to the Switch via the console port To connect the cable: a Attach the female connector on the cable to the male connector on the console port of the serial ports (also known as shown in Appendix B on the...
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... cable. 44 CHAPTER 3: SETTING UP FOR MANAGEMENT Viewing IP Information via the Console Port You are now ready to view the automatically allocated IP information using the command line interface. 1 Connect your user name and press Return at the password prompt. Figure 14 Example top-level command line interface menu Menu options 3Com Superstack 3 Switch...
... cable. 44 CHAPTER 3: SETTING UP FOR MANAGEMENT Viewing IP Information via the Console Port You are now ready to view the automatically allocated IP information using the command line interface. 1 Connect your user name and press Return at the password prompt. Figure 14 Example top-level command line interface menu Menu options 3Com Superstack 3 Switch...
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...to use the command line interface via the console port to manage the Switch, you can use one of the following methods: ■ Command line interface management ■ Web interface management ■ SNMP management Command Line Each Switch has a command line interface (CLI) that...the serial cable and close the terminal emulator software. Methods of Managing a Switch" on page 45. A summary of the Network IP Address. Make a note of the automatically allocated IP information is ready for you to Interface manage the Switch from a workstation, either locally via a console port ...
...to use the command line interface via the console port to manage the Switch, you can use one of the following methods: ■ Command line interface management ■ Web interface management ■ SNMP management Command Line Each Switch has a command line interface (CLI) that...the serial cable and close the terminal emulator software. Methods of Managing a Switch" on page 45. A summary of the Network IP Address. Make a note of the automatically allocated IP information is ready for you to Interface manage the Switch from a workstation, either locally via a console port ...
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... jacks can be connected to these sockets. If your supplies are of the Switch 4200 Series, only use a modem which it is suitable for connection to the telecommunications system. only: If connecting a modem to the console port of IT type, this unit must be powered from the outlet. The... conditions are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. WARNING: RJ-45 Ports. WARNING: France and Peru only: This unit cannot be near to the unit and easily accessible. Either shielded or unshielded data cables with...
... jacks can be connected to these sockets. If your supplies are of the Switch 4200 Series, only use a modem which it is suitable for connection to the telecommunications system. only: If connecting a modem to the console port of IT type, this unit must be powered from the outlet. The... conditions are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. WARNING: RJ-45 Ports. WARNING: France and Peru only: This unit cannot be near to the unit and easily accessible. Either shielded or unshielded data cables with...
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INDEX Numbers 10/100/1000BASE-T ports 14 3C number 22 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 76 3Com URL 75 A access levels of default users 50 automatic setup 42 3Com Network Supervisor 42 console port 42 B browsers choosing 48 C cable choosing the correct 25 fiber 26 maximum length 14 pin-outs 67 CD-ROM 10 ...registered 56 IP configuration 33 L LEDs 15 logging in as a default user 50 M MAC address of the Switch 22 management methods 45 preparing for 34 setting up 31, 32 manual setup console port 38 front panel port 35 MDI configuration 25 MDIX configuration 25 N network supplier support 76 O online ...
INDEX Numbers 10/100/1000BASE-T ports 14 3C number 22 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 76 3Com URL 75 A access levels of default users 50 automatic setup 42 3Com Network Supervisor 42 console port 42 B browsers choosing 48 C cable choosing the correct 25 fiber 26 maximum length 14 pin-outs 67 CD-ROM 10 ...registered 56 IP configuration 33 L LEDs 15 logging in as a default user 50 M MAC address of the Switch 22 management methods 45 preparing for 34 setting up 31, 32 manual setup console port 38 front panel port 35 MDI configuration 25 MDIX configuration 25 N network supplier support 76 O online ...
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...21 RPS socket 17 serial number 22 size 71 stacking 23 unit information label 22 weight 71 system specifications 71 T technical support 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 76 3Com URL 75 network suppliers 76 product repair 79 troubleshooting 53 U unit information label 22 URL 75 W Web browsers choosing 48 ... German 64 serial number of the Switch 22 serial port. See console port Simple Network Management Protocol. 82 INDEX pin assignments modem cable 68 null modem cable 67 RJ45 68 RJ45 1000BASE-T 69 serial cable 67 pin-outs 67 ports 10/100/1000BASE-T ports 14 console 17 GBIC ports 14 power socket ...
...21 RPS socket 17 serial number 22 size 71 stacking 23 unit information label 22 weight 71 system specifications 71 T technical support 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 76 3Com URL 75 network suppliers 76 product repair 79 troubleshooting 53 U unit information label 22 URL 75 W Web browsers choosing 48 ... German 64 serial number of the Switch 22 serial port. See console port Simple Network Management Protocol. 82 INDEX pin assignments modem cable 68 null modem cable 67 RJ45 68 RJ45 1000BASE-T 69 serial cable 67 pin-outs 67 ports 10/100/1000BASE-T ports 14 console 17 GBIC ports 14 power socket ...