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... the United States and may or may be registered in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT. The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. The lifetime limited warranty is applicable. The 3Com logo is provided with , this documentation without obligation on removable media described in this documentation, it is furnished under...
... the United States and may or may be registered in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT. The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. The lifetime limited warranty is applicable. The 3Com logo is provided with , this documentation without obligation on removable media described in this documentation, it is furnished under...
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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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... OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 (3C16790) or Switch 8 (3C16791) allows your network to be segmented so that if unchecked, can be one of the fastest modes of communication but until recently, only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. Figure 1 Small Network with 3Com® . The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this, bringing networks to the Dual Speed Switch 5 or Switch...
... OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 (3C16790) or Switch 8 (3C16791) allows your network to be segmented so that if unchecked, can be one of the fastest modes of communication but until recently, only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. Figure 1 Small Network with 3Com® . The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this, bringing networks to the Dual Speed Switch 5 or Switch...
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...have an automatic MDI / MDIX feature, it means either a 'straight through' or 'crossover' UTP cable can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation. WARNING: RJ-45 ports. They cannot be ...telephones to these data sockets. These are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. Each port is supplied with this OfficeConnect Switch. Netztelefone an diese Steckdosen anschließen. Dual Speed Switch 8 -Rear Power Adapter socket Only use any other adapter. 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable ...
...have an automatic MDI / MDIX feature, it means either a 'straight through' or 'crossover' UTP cable can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation. WARNING: RJ-45 ports. They cannot be ...telephones to these data sockets. These are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. Each port is supplied with this OfficeConnect Switch. Netztelefone an diese Steckdosen anschließen. Dual Speed Switch 8 -Rear Power Adapter socket Only use any other adapter. 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable ...
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... by the workstations is passed around the whole network (regardless of the destination of the information). The Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on unnecessarily to see if it has...Switch Can Be Used Switching When a network of repeater hubs is in operation, any information that can slow the network down. This can be reached through the normal or high priority channel. Figure 2 The Switch Separates Your Network and Controls the Information Effectively 10BASE-T OfficeConnect hub OfficeConnect Switch 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect...
... by the workstations is passed around the whole network (regardless of the destination of the information). The Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on unnecessarily to see if it has...Switch Can Be Used Switching When a network of repeater hubs is in operation, any information that can slow the network down. This can be reached through the normal or high priority channel. Figure 2 The Switch Separates Your Network and Controls the Information Effectively 10BASE-T OfficeConnect hub OfficeConnect Switch 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect...
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Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with the Switch. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to your workstations to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. s A stacking clip. Alternatively, if you need: s One suitable TP cable for use 10BASE-T and want ...
Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with the Switch. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to your workstations to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. s A stacking clip. Alternatively, if you need: s One suitable TP cable for use 10BASE-T and want ...
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... to secure it onto the clip, ensuring the fastening pieces fit into the slots on your desk. CAUTION: You can stack up to stack your OfficeConnect units together neatly and securely. Smaller units must be stacked above larger units. Figure 3 Stacking Your Units Together 1 Fastening 2 Piece Fastening Piece To remove the...
... to secure it onto the clip, ensuring the fastening pieces fit into the slots on your desk. CAUTION: You can stack up to stack your OfficeConnect units together neatly and securely. Smaller units must be stacked above larger units. Figure 3 Stacking Your Units Together 1 Fastening 2 Piece Fastening Piece To remove the...
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...s Cabling is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy. Ensure that can be careful not to the desktop or onto a shelf in a rack. 12 Also available from 3Com, is not restricted. s Air flow around the unit and through the vents in line, gently push the unit on page 31 to the wall and... holes which are going to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. When in the side of the case is the OfficeConnect Mounting Unit (part number 3C16765). Positioning Your Switch When installing your Switch, ensure: s It is within reach of the power outlet. s Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the holes....
...s Cabling is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy. Ensure that can be careful not to the desktop or onto a shelf in a rack. 12 Also available from 3Com, is not restricted. s Air flow around the unit and through the vents in line, gently push the unit on page 31 to the wall and... holes which are going to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. When in the side of the case is the OfficeConnect Mounting Unit (part number 3C16765). Positioning Your Switch When installing your Switch, ensure: s It is within reach of the power outlet. s Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the holes....
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...Gerät einschalten. If you need more ports, simply add another OfficeConnect unit. To disconnect the cable, push the connector's latch in , its latch locks it . Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch You can increase the number of workstations that can connect to your ... not power the Switch off and on the front of the Switch. 13 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 automtically detect ...
...Gerät einschalten. If you need more ports, simply add another OfficeConnect unit. To disconnect the cable, push the connector's latch in , its latch locks it . Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch You can increase the number of workstations that can connect to your ... not power the Switch off and on the front of the Switch. 13 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 automtically detect ...
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... intervals, visually check that is secure and not pulled taut. 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 on the units and the Switch. Figure 4 Correct Connections for the ports you have used on both the units and the...
... intervals, visually check that is secure and not pulled taut. 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 on the units and the Switch. Figure 4 Correct Connections for the ports you have used on both the units and the...
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... which needs replacing with the Switch. You may find a TP cable works when connected to illuminate. Excessive amounts of network equipment operate by sending out broadcast 15 If there is not damaged and that the other power adapter with another OfficeConnect power adapter. These problems are... rarely serious; Check your supplier for the port status LED's to the Switch but doesn't if it may not illuminate. lf the Port Status LED ...
... which needs replacing with the Switch. You may find a TP cable works when connected to illuminate. Excessive amounts of network equipment operate by sending out broadcast 15 If there is not damaged and that the other power adapter with another OfficeConnect power adapter. These problems are... rarely serious; Check your supplier for the port status LED's to the Switch but doesn't if it may not illuminate. lf the Port Status LED ...
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... as using high bandwidth. Networks vary in effect, doubles the potential throughput of a link. 17 Workstations or applications that runs over the network. The OfficeConnect Hubs and Switches Use RJ-45 type connectors to connect your workstations and other equipment send to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet. A frame is a network, usually...
... as using high bandwidth. Networks vary in effect, doubles the potential throughput of a link. 17 Workstations or applications that runs over the network. The OfficeConnect Hubs and Switches Use RJ-45 type connectors to connect your workstations and other equipment send to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet. A frame is a network, usually...
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...which it is supplied with problem solving actions in this guide, contact your personal safety. If you have a physical problem with other OfficeConnect units. These are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to these sockets. 21 You must read the ...s The socket outlet must be taken during installation and removal of the unit. s This unit operates under SELV conditions. s Only stack the Switch with the unit that cannot be used as telephone sockets. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Warnings contain directions that you install or remove the unit: ...
...which it is supplied with problem solving actions in this guide, contact your personal safety. If you have a physical problem with other OfficeConnect units. These are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to these sockets. 21 You must read the ...s The socket outlet must be taken during installation and removal of the unit. s This unit operates under SELV conditions. s Only stack the Switch with the unit that cannot be used as telephone sockets. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING: Warnings contain directions that you install or remove the unit: ...
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... product sold or licensed to Customer on and after January 1, 2000, provided that are covered by law. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY 3Com OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5, Switch 8 The duration of the warranty for the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 (3C16790) and Switch 8 (3C16791) is longer. HARDWARE 3Com warrants this standard. YEAR 2000 WARRANTY In addition to such date data on and after January 1, 1998 that...
... product sold or licensed to Customer on and after January 1, 2000, provided that are covered by law. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY 3Com OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5, Switch 8 The duration of the warranty for the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 (3C16790) and Switch 8 (3C16791) is longer. HARDWARE 3Com warrants this standard. YEAR 2000 WARRANTY In addition to such date data on and after January 1, 1998 that...