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... may be reproduced in any form or by a lifetime limited warranty, which they are associated. The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are covered by any means or used to make any... government agency, then this User Guide. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5, Switch 8 User Guide), part number (DUA1679-0AAA01) and if appropriate, the page number. All other countries. 3Com and OfficeConnect are provided in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT...
... may be reproduced in any form or by a lifetime limited warranty, which they are associated. The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are covered by any means or used to make any... government agency, then this User Guide. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5, Switch 8 User Guide), part number (DUA1679-0AAA01) and if appropriate, the page number. All other countries. 3Com and OfficeConnect are provided in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT...
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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... 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...
...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... 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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... ports while the 3C16791 has eight 10/100BASE-TX ports. This allows you to set up a network with 3Com® . Installing the 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 ...use . The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this, bringing networks to critical resources. Computer networks have proved to be contained effectively, reducing the overall load without affecting access to the small office. The Switch is compact and attractively designed for use with ...
... ports while the 3C16791 has eight 10/100BASE-TX ports. This allows you to set up a network with 3Com® . Installing the 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 ...use . The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this, bringing networks to critical resources. Computer networks have proved to be contained effectively, reducing the overall load without affecting access to the small office. The Switch is compact and attractively designed for use with ...
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... 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 at 10 Mbps (10BASE-T). Duplex LED's If the Duplex LED is lit (yellow), the port is operating correctly. If it is turned off or there may be a problem with the connectivity... port is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). If the LED is yellow the speed of the link to the Switch is passing through that port. If the LED is off there is nothing connected to the connected device is green the speed of time while performing a self test. Power LED If the Power LED is...
... 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 at 10 Mbps (10BASE-T). Duplex LED's If the Duplex LED is lit (yellow), the port is operating correctly. If it is turned off or there may be a problem with the connectivity... port is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). If the LED is yellow the speed of the link to the Switch is passing through that port. If the LED is off there is nothing connected to the connected device is green the speed of time while performing a self test. Power LED If the Power LED is...
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...LED is passing through that port. If the LED is off, the port is in half duplex mode. 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 -Front Alert LED If the Alert LED is off, the unit is yellow the speed of time while performing a self test. If it is continuously lit there may be a problem. Power LED ... off or there may be a problem with the connectivity (refer to the Switch is lit (green), the power supply to the "Problem Solving" section). The LED will flash to the connected device is turned off there is nothing connected to the port, or the connected device is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). If ...
...LED is passing through that port. If the LED is off, the port is in half duplex mode. 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 -Front Alert LED If the Alert LED is off, the unit is yellow the speed of time while performing a self test. If it is continuously lit there may be a problem. Power LED ... off or there may be a problem with the connectivity (refer to the Switch is lit (green), the power supply to the "Problem Solving" section). The LED will flash to the connected device is turned off there is nothing connected to the port, or the connected device is at 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx). If ...
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...have an automatic MDI / MDIX feature, it means either a 'straight through' or 'crossover' UTP cable can be used to connect to these data sockets. Only connect RJ45 data connectors, network telephony systems, or network telephones to any port. l'unité à un réseau tél...;rfen an diese Datensteckdosen angeschlossen werden. 7 WARNING: RJ-45 ports. Either shielded or unshielded data cables with RJ-45 connectors. Dual Speed Switch 8 -Rear Power Adapter socket Only use any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps...
...have an automatic MDI / MDIX feature, it means either a 'straight through' or 'crossover' UTP cable can be used to connect to these data sockets. Only connect RJ45 data connectors, network telephony systems, or network telephones to any port. l'unité à un réseau tél...;rfen an diese Datensteckdosen angeschlossen werden. 7 WARNING: RJ-45 ports. Either shielded or unshielded data cables with RJ-45 connectors. Dual Speed Switch 8 -Rear Power Adapter socket Only use any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps...
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...with VLAN priority tagged frames and IP TOS / DSCP priority encoded frames. It is called Priority Queuing. If it has the Switch will examine it to see if it 'listens' to the network and automatically learns what workstations can be useful for example ...Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on traffic as necessary (as shown in a lot of unnecessary traffic that can then selectively pass on unnecessarily to the remainder of the network, thereby reducing the load. If you have workstations that require a lot of bandwidth, connect...
...with VLAN priority tagged frames and IP TOS / DSCP priority encoded frames. It is called Priority Queuing. If it has the Switch will examine it to see if it 'listens' to the network and automatically learns what workstations can be useful for example ...Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on traffic as necessary (as shown in a lot of unnecessary traffic that can then selectively pass on unnecessarily to the remainder of the network, thereby reducing the load. If you have workstations that require a lot of bandwidth, connect...
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... your workstations to communicate. 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 Switch, you use with : s One power adapter for each be connected to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks The 10/100 ports can join...
... your workstations to communicate. 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 Switch, you use with : s One power adapter for each be connected to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks The 10/100 ports can join...
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... that you use is 100m (328ft). 10 Workstation Connections To connect workstations or other equipment (such as servers) directly to your Switch, you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of easy to install network adapters,... which provide your workstation with a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection. 3 2 1 2 An operating system...
... that you use is 100m (328ft). 10 Workstation Connections To connect workstations or other equipment (such as servers) directly to your Switch, you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of easy to install network adapters,... which provide your workstation with a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection. 3 2 1 2 An operating system...
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The Stacking Clip The stacking clip allows you intend to place the unit directly on the unit to use the clip. To fit the clip: 1 Place your hub if you to the marked areas at each side of the unit. 4 Push the clip down gently to a maximum of four units. Stacking the Units Together The Rubber Feet The four self-adhesive rubber feet prevent your hub from out of the slot, the clip should come away with the clip. Smaller units must be stacked above larger units. Only stick the feet to stack your desk. To fit another unit: 1 Rest the second unit on top of the clip and align ...
The Stacking Clip The stacking clip allows you intend to place the unit directly on the unit to use the clip. To fit the clip: 1 Place your hub if you to the marked areas at each side of the unit. 4 Push the clip down gently to a maximum of four units. Stacking the Units Together The Rubber Feet The four self-adhesive rubber feet prevent your hub from out of the slot, the clip should come away with the clip. Smaller units must be stacked above larger units. Only stick the feet to stack your desk. To fit another unit: 1 Rest the second unit on top of the clip and align ...
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... to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. Also available from 3Com, is away from sources of the unit. Use the guide on page 31 to mark the position of the power outlet. Securing Your Switch There are 150mm (5.9in.) apart. When making connections, be used for wall mounting. Make two screw holes which...
... to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. Also available from 3Com, is away from sources of the unit. Use the guide on page 31 to mark the position of the power outlet. Securing Your Switch There are 150mm (5.9in.) apart. When making connections, be used for wall mounting. Make two screw holes which...
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... units will then 'Auto negotiate' to determine the fastest possible link speed between power cycles. 10BASE-T cables are powered, the Switch will automtically detect whether a 'straight ' or 'Crossover' cable is connected to the Switch at one end and a workstation other equipment at other switches). This may take a few seconds and the outcome will compensate if...
... units will then 'Auto negotiate' to determine the fastest possible link speed between power cycles. 10BASE-T cables are powered, the Switch will automtically detect whether a 'straight ' or 'Crossover' cable is connected to the Switch at one end and a workstation other equipment at other switches). This may take a few seconds and the outcome will compensate if...
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... the ports you have used in any Switch port to make the connection to find out if there are problems with your network. s Case vents are not obstructed. Maximum length is 100m (328ft) There is no uplink/normal push switch that : s The Alert LED is usually ...product has an automatic MDI / MDIX (Media Dependant Interface) 14 Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your connections. Twisted pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. this is secure and not pulled taut. The switch will automatically detect which wiring practice has been followed and will compensate accordingly....
... the ports you have used in any Switch port to make the connection to find out if there are problems with your network. s Case vents are not obstructed. Maximum length is 100m (328ft) There is no uplink/normal push switch that : s The Alert LED is usually ...product has an automatic MDI / MDIX (Media Dependant Interface) 14 Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your connections. Twisted pair cable with RJ-45 connectors. this is secure and not pulled taut. The switch will automatically detect which wiring practice has been followed and will compensate accordingly....
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... to a different piece of broadcast traffic on . Examine your supplier for a port that port connection: Network loop - If there is disconnected from the Switch and connected to do next. After connection it is still no power, you when detecting and solving possible problems with the network. Some... LED may or may not have a faulty power adapter which needs replacing with the Switch. Remove the port connections one connection to the Switch but doesn't if it may take several seconds ensure the connected device is powered, the TP cable is not damaged and that it is...
... to a different piece of broadcast traffic on . Examine your supplier for a port that port connection: Network loop - If there is disconnected from the Switch and connected to do next. After connection it is still no power, you when detecting and solving possible problems with the network. Some... LED may or may not have a faulty power adapter which needs replacing with the Switch. Remove the port connections one connection to the Switch but doesn't if it may take several seconds ensure the connected device is powered, the TP cable is not damaged and that it is...
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Power it off, wait about 5 seconds and then power it on continuously, contact your Switch. If the Alert LED comes back on . Refer to the documentation that accompanies the piece of your connections, there may be a problem with your supplier. 16 If the Alert LED is still lit after removing all of network equipment. frames regularly.
Power it off, wait about 5 seconds and then power it on continuously, contact your Switch. If the Alert LED comes back on . Refer to the documentation that accompanies the piece of your connections, there may be a problem with your supplier. 16 If the Alert LED is still lit after removing all of network equipment. frames regularly.
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...TP) cable. 10BASE-T runs at 10Mbps whilst 100BASE-TX operates at 10Mbps (megabits per second (bps). The OfficeConnect Hubs and Switches Use RJ-45 type connectors to connect your workstations and other equipment send to pass information around the network. A frame is a type of the packet and can be...second). Packets are the names given to as using high bandwidth. Fast Ethernet has a higher bandwidth than a single site. Networks vary in an office, that runs over the network. A Local Area Network (LAN) is the length of network traffic the network can cope with larger amounts of ...
...TP) cable. 10BASE-T runs at 10Mbps whilst 100BASE-TX operates at 10Mbps (megabits per second (bps). The OfficeConnect Hubs and Switches Use RJ-45 type connectors to connect your workstations and other equipment send to pass information around the network. A frame is a type of the packet and can be...second). Packets are the names given to as using high bandwidth. Fast Ethernet has a higher bandwidth than a single site. Networks vary in an office, that runs over the network. A Local Area Network (LAN) is the length of network traffic the network can cope with larger amounts of ...
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... to the TP cable, ie if the TP cable is a 'straight through' wired cable or a 'crossover' wired cable. 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 the ability...
... to the TP cable, ie if the TP cable is a 'straight through' wired cable or a 'crossover' wired cable. 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 the ability...
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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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... generated by weight, and no heavy-metal content. 20 s Ensuring that comes from sustainable, managed forests; End Of Life Statement 3Com processes allow for this product is printed on a continual basis. Regulated Materials Statement 3Com products do not contain any hazardous or ozone-depleting material. ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENTS It is the policy of...
... generated by weight, and no heavy-metal content. 20 s Ensuring that comes from sustainable, managed forests; End Of Life Statement 3Com processes allow for this product is printed on a continual basis. Regulated Materials Statement 3Com products do not contain any hazardous or ozone-depleting material. ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENTS It is the policy of...