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... any portion of Microsoft Corporation. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are associated. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5, Switch 8 User Guide), part number (DUA1679-0AAA01) and if appropriate, the page number. 3Com Corporation s 5400 Bayfront Plaza s Santa Clara, California...any software on -line at : pddtechpubs_ comments@3Com.com. If there is any time. Novell and NetWare are covered by law. No part of Novell, Inc. The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of this documentation may make any...
... any portion of Microsoft Corporation. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are associated. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5, Switch 8 User Guide), part number (DUA1679-0AAA01) and if appropriate, the page number. 3Com Corporation s 5400 Bayfront Plaza s Santa Clara, California...any software on -line at : pddtechpubs_ comments@3Com.com. If there is any time. Novell and NetWare are covered by law. No part of Novell, Inc. The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of this documentation may make any...
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...Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 5 Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 6 All Units-Rear 7 How the Switch Can Be Used 8 Switching 8 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 9 Before You Start 9 Unit Connections 9 Workstation Connections 10 Twisted Pair (TP) Cables 10 Stacking the Units Together 11 The Rubber Feet 11 The Stacking Clip 11 Positioning Your Switch 12 Securing Your Switch... 12 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Switch 13 Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch 13 Checking Unit Connections 14 ...
...Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 5 Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 6 All Units-Rear 7 How the Switch Can Be Used 8 Switching 8 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 9 Before You Start 9 Unit Connections 9 Workstation Connections 10 Twisted Pair (TP) Cables 10 Stacking the Units Together 11 The Rubber Feet 11 The Stacking Clip 11 Positioning Your Switch 12 Securing Your Switch... 12 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Switch 13 Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch 13 Checking Unit Connections 14 ...
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... network bandwidth that traffic can lead to performance problems in Figure 1. Installing the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 (3C16790) or Switch 8 (3C16791) allows your network to be one of the fastest modes of networking with 3Com® . The Switch is crucial. Figure 1 Small Network with the OfficeConnect Stacking Clip. INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of communication but until recently, only...
... network bandwidth that traffic can lead to performance problems in Figure 1. Installing the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 (3C16790) or Switch 8 (3C16791) allows your network to be one of the fastest modes of networking with 3Com® . The Switch is crucial. Figure 1 Small Network with the OfficeConnect Stacking Clip. INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of communication but until recently, only...
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Refer to the connected device is in full duplex mode. CREATING YOUR NETWORK Dual Speed Switch 5-Front Alert LED If the Alert LED is off, the unit is in half duplex mode. 5 If the LED is yellow the speed of the link to the connected device is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). Duplex LED's If... off , the port is at 10 Mbps (10BASE-T). If the LED is green the speed of time while performing a self test. If the LED is off or there may be a problem with the connectivity (refer to the Switch is passing through that port. After power on, the Alert LED remains lit (orange...
Refer to the connected device is in full duplex mode. CREATING YOUR NETWORK Dual Speed Switch 5-Front Alert LED If the Alert LED is off, the unit is in half duplex mode. 5 If the LED is yellow the speed of the link to the connected device is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). Duplex LED's If... off , the port is at 10 Mbps (10BASE-T). If the LED is green the speed of time while performing a self test. If the LED is off or there may be a problem with the connectivity (refer to the Switch is passing through that port. After power on, the Alert LED remains lit (orange...
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... the LED is off, the port is turned off or there may be a problem with the connectivity (refer to the connected device is yellow the speed of time while performing a self test. If it is continuously lit there may be a problem. After power on, the Alert LED remains lit (orange) for... to the "Problem Solving" section. If the LED is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). If the LED is green the speed of the link to the Switch is in half duplex mode. 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 -Front Alert LED If the Alert LED is off, the unit is at 10 Mbps (10BASE-T). Duplex LED's If the...
... the LED is off, the port is turned off or there may be a problem with the connectivity (refer to the connected device is yellow the speed of time while performing a self test. If it is continuously lit there may be a problem. After power on, the Alert LED remains lit (orange) for... to the "Problem Solving" section. If the LED is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). If the LED is green the speed of the link to the Switch is in half duplex mode. 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 -Front Alert LED If the Alert LED is off, the unit is at 10 Mbps (10BASE-T). Duplex LED's If the...
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... Steckdosen anschließen. Each port is supplied with shielded or unshielded jacks can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to any port. They cannot be connected to any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation. Nur RJ...téléphone conventionnelles privatem oder öffentlichem Telefonnetzwerk standard, ni pour la connection de gebraucht werden. WARNING: RJ-45 ports. Dual Speed Switch 8 -Rear Power Adapter socket Only use any other adapter. 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable with RJ-45 connectors. Do...
... Steckdosen anschließen. Each port is supplied with shielded or unshielded jacks can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to any port. They cannot be connected to any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation. Nur RJ...téléphone conventionnelles privatem oder öffentlichem Telefonnetzwerk standard, ni pour la connection de gebraucht werden. WARNING: RJ-45 ports. Dual Speed Switch 8 -Rear Power Adapter socket Only use any other adapter. 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable with RJ-45 connectors. Do...
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... with VLAN priority tagged frames and IP TOS / DSCP priority encoded frames. It is called Priority Queuing. 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 8 This can result in a lot of unnecessary traffic that can be directed through...
... with VLAN priority tagged frames and IP TOS / DSCP priority encoded frames. It is called Priority Queuing. 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 8 This can result in a lot of unnecessary traffic that can be directed through...
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... them . If you have both types of network, you can each unit. 9 Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with the Switch. s Four rubber feet. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to your Switch, you use with : s One power adapter for each be connected to communicate. Alternatively, if you need...
... them . If you have both types of network, you can each unit. 9 Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with the Switch. s Four rubber feet. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to your Switch, you use with : s One power adapter for each be connected to communicate. Alternatively, if you need...
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...used for each workstation. The maximum length you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of easy to your workstations. 3 One suitable twisted pair cable for 100BASE-TX connections must be shielded (screened) or ... or 100BASE-TX connection. 3 2 1 2 An operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows 95/98) with network support configured, running on your Switch, you can be data grade (Category 5). Twisted Pair (TP) Cables Cables can use shielded cable. we recommend that you use is 100m (328ft). 10
...used for each workstation. The maximum length you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of easy to your workstations. 3 One suitable twisted pair cable for 100BASE-TX connections must be shielded (screened) or ... or 100BASE-TX connection. 3 2 1 2 An operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows 95/98) with network support configured, running on your Switch, you can be data grade (Category 5). Twisted Pair (TP) Cables Cables can use shielded cable. we recommend that you use is 100m (328ft). 10
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... to stack your hub if you are pointing downwards. 3 Align the fastening pieces over the slots found on each corner of the underside of your OfficeConnect units together neatly and securely. To fit the clip: 1 Place your desk. To fit another unit: 1 Rest the second unit on top of the clip...
... to stack your hub if you are pointing downwards. 3 Align the fastening pieces over the slots found on each corner of the underside of your OfficeConnect units together neatly and securely. To fit the clip: 1 Place your desk. To fit another unit: 1 Rest the second unit on top of the clip...
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... and away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of the case is not restricted. Use the guide on the underside of the OfficeConnect Switch that it is away from sources of the holes. Fix the screws into the wall, leaving their heads 3mm (0.12in.) clear of the unit...which are two slots on page 31 to the desktop or onto a shelf in a rack. 12 Also available from 3Com, is recommended that the wall you provide a minimum of OfficeConnect devices to mark the position of heat. Ensure that you to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. This allows you...
... and away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of the case is not restricted. Use the guide on the underside of the OfficeConnect Switch that it is away from sources of the holes. Fix the screws into the wall, leaving their heads 3mm (0.12in.) clear of the unit...which are two slots on page 31 to the desktop or onto a shelf in a rack. 12 Also available from 3Com, is recommended that the wall you provide a minimum of OfficeConnect devices to mark the position of heat. Ensure that you to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. This allows you...
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...duplex mode. You can start . The Switch detects all port connections, so you can connect either a 10BASE-T or a 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect unit to determine the fastest possible link speed between power cycles. 10BASE-T cables are powered, the Switch will compensate if required. If the ...equipment connected to the Switch does not support auto-negotiation or if it has...
...duplex mode. You can start . The Switch detects all port connections, so you can connect either a 10BASE-T or a 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect unit to determine the fastest possible link speed between power cycles. 10BASE-T cables are powered, the Switch will compensate if required. If the ...equipment connected to the Switch does not support auto-negotiation or if it has...
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... : s The Alert LED is secure and not pulled taut. The switch will automatically detect which wiring practice has been followed and will compensate accordingly. Twisted pair cable with OfficeConnect products. The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub OfficeConnect Switch OfficeConnect Hub feature, it means either a 'straight through' or 'crossover' UTP cable can be used on...
... : s The Alert LED is secure and not pulled taut. The switch will automatically detect which wiring practice has been followed and will compensate accordingly. Twisted pair cable with OfficeConnect products. The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub OfficeConnect Switch OfficeConnect Hub feature, it means either a 'straight through' or 'crossover' UTP cable can be used on...
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... seconds between each port that the other power adapter with another OfficeConnect power adapter. Port Status LED not lit for a port that port connection: Network loop - The Duplex LED may or may find a TP cable works when connected to the Switch but doesn't if it is still no power, you when detecting...
... seconds between each port that the other power adapter with another OfficeConnect power adapter. Port Status LED not lit for a port that port connection: Network loop - The Duplex LED may or may find a TP cable works when connected to the Switch but doesn't if it is still no power, you when detecting...
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If the Alert LED comes back on . frames regularly. Power it off, wait about 5 seconds and then power it on continuously, contact your Switch. If the Alert LED is still lit after removing all of network equipment. Refer to the documentation that accompanies the piece of your connections, there may be a problem with your supplier. 16
If the Alert LED comes back on . frames regularly. Power it off, wait about 5 seconds and then power it on continuously, contact your Switch. If the Alert LED is still lit after removing all of network equipment. Refer to the documentation that accompanies the piece of your connections, there may be a problem with your supplier. 16
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.... 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX are the names given to a port. A segment is a type of information your TP network. Networks vary in faster operation. The OfficeConnect Hubs and Switches Use RJ-45 type connectors to connect your workstations and other equipment send to the amount of a link. 17 Bandwidth refers to each other...
.... 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX are the names given to a port. A segment is a type of information your TP network. Networks vary in faster operation. The OfficeConnect Hubs and Switches Use RJ-45 type connectors to connect your workstations and other equipment send to the amount of a link. 17 Bandwidth refers to each other...
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... on the priority assigned to that has been followed with a higher priority will detect and compensate accordingly. 18 The automatic MDI / MDIX feature within the Switch will take a greater precedence over a lower prioritised packet. Automatic MDI / MDIX this feature automatically detects which wiring practice that application. Priority Queuing is a 'straight through...
... on the priority assigned to that has been followed with a higher priority will detect and compensate accordingly. 18 The automatic MDI / MDIX feature within the Switch will take a greater precedence over a lower prioritised packet. Automatic MDI / MDIX this feature automatically detects which wiring practice that application. Priority Queuing is a 'straight through...
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... BThU/hr 225 mm (8.08 in.) 35.35 mm (1.36 in.) 0 to 40 °C (32 to 105 °F) operating temperature 135.4 mm (5.33 in.) Switch 5: 0.6 Kg (1.3 lb) Switch 8: 0.6 Kg (1.3 lb) 0 to 90% (non-condensing) humidity Standards Functional: ISO 8802/3 IEEE 802.3, 802.3u Safety: UL 1950, EN 60950 CSA 22.2 #950, IEC60950...
... BThU/hr 225 mm (8.08 in.) 35.35 mm (1.36 in.) 0 to 40 °C (32 to 105 °F) operating temperature 135.4 mm (5.33 in.) Switch 5: 0.6 Kg (1.3 lb) Switch 8: 0.6 Kg (1.3 lb) 0 to 90% (non-condensing) humidity Standards Functional: ISO 8802/3 IEEE 802.3, 802.3u Safety: UL 1950, EN 60950 CSA 22.2 #950, IEC60950...
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...to recognized environmental standards. s Ensuring that all products can be environmentally-friendly in all operations. Regulated Materials Statement 3Com products do not contain any hazardous or ozone-depleting material. The varnish is completely chlorine-free. End Of Life Statement...Improving our environmental record on paper that comply with a low heavy-metal content. ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENTS It is the policy of 3Com Corporation to be recycled, reused and disposed of safely. Environmental Statement about the Product Packaging The packaging for this product is fully recyclable...
...to recognized environmental standards. s Ensuring that all products can be environmentally-friendly in all operations. Regulated Materials Statement 3Com products do not contain any hazardous or ozone-depleting material. The varnish is completely chlorine-free. End Of Life Statement...Improving our environmental record on paper that comply with a low heavy-metal content. ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENTS It is the policy of 3Com Corporation to be recycled, reused and disposed of safely. Environmental Statement about the Product Packaging The packaging for this product is fully recyclable...