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OfficeConnect® Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16 User Guide (3C16733A, 3C16734A, 3C16735A)
OfficeConnect® Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16 User Guide (3C16733A, 3C16734A, 3C16735A)
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... 2000 compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com Year 2000 Web page: http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html Environmental Statement: Please recycle this documentation and to make any comments about this documentation without warranty, term, or condition of any legend provided on any time. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 User Guide), part...
... 2000 compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com Year 2000 Web page: http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html Environmental Statement: Please recycle this documentation and to make any comments about this documentation without warranty, term, or condition of any legend provided on any time. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 User Guide), part...
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Introduction 5 Creating your Network 6 Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 7 All Units-Rear 8 How the Switch Can Be Used 9 Switching 9 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 10 Before...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... Services 24 World Wide Web Site 24 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 24 Support from Your Network Supplier 25 Support from...
Introduction 5 Creating your Network 6 Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 7 All Units-Rear 8 How the Switch Can Be Used 9 Switching 9 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 10 Before...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... Services 24 World Wide Web Site 24 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 24 Support from Your Network Supplier 25 Support from...
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Figure 1 Small Network with 3Com® . INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of networking with OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch (Circle Shows Units Clipped Together) 10BASE-T OfficeConnect hub OfficeConnect Switch 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect hub The Switch has four, eight or sixteen 10/100BASE-TX ports. As the power...can lead to performance problems in Figure 1. When referring to the small office. Installing the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734A) or Switch 16 (3C16735A) allows your network to be segmented so that , if unchecked, can be one of the ...
Figure 1 Small Network with 3Com® . INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of networking with OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch (Circle Shows Units Clipped Together) 10BASE-T OfficeConnect hub OfficeConnect Switch 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect hub The Switch has four, eight or sixteen 10/100BASE-TX ports. As the power...can lead to performance problems in Figure 1. When referring to the small office. Installing the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734A) or Switch 16 (3C16735A) allows your network to be segmented so that , if unchecked, can be one of the ...
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... in full duplex mode. TX 1234 Link : On=OK, Flash=Activity Duplex : On=Full Speed : On=100M Power OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 6 If the LED is off, nothing is connected, or the connected device is switched off , the port is present. If the LED is off, the port is OK. Port Status and Activity LEDs If... Port Status LED is on (green), the link between the port and the next piece of network equipment is operating at 100Mbps. CREATING YOUR NETWORK Dual Speed Switch 4-Front Alert LED orange Same as Switch 8 and Switch 16.
... in full duplex mode. TX 1234 Link : On=OK, Flash=Activity Duplex : On=Full Speed : On=100M Power OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 6 If the LED is off, nothing is connected, or the connected device is switched off , the port is present. If the LED is off, the port is OK. Port Status and Activity LEDs If... Port Status LED is on (green), the link between the port and the next piece of network equipment is operating at 100Mbps. CREATING YOUR NETWORK Dual Speed Switch 4-Front Alert LED orange Same as Switch 8 and Switch 16.
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...on (yellow), the port is present. TX 12345678 Link : On=OK, Flash=Activity Duplex : On=Full Speed : On=100M Power 10/100 Base - TX 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 16 7 Power LED green Indicates that the power supply to the "Problem Solving" section. If you have anything... connected to it, or the connected device is switched off , there may be a problem with the connection (refer to...
...on (yellow), the port is present. TX 12345678 Link : On=OK, Flash=Activity Duplex : On=Full Speed : On=100M Power 10/100 Base - TX 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 16 7 Power LED green Indicates that the power supply to the "Problem Solving" section. If you have anything... connected to it, or the connected device is switched off , there may be a problem with the connection (refer to...
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... to Uplink (in), otherwise set to Your Switch" section. 4, 8 or 16 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable with this OfficeConnect Switch. Each port is supplied with RJ-45 connectors. Refer to the "Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs to Normal (out). All Units-Rear Power Power 8X 1X Switch 16 Switch 4/8 16 9X Uplink/Normal 10/100BASE-TX Power Adapter...
... to Uplink (in), otherwise set to Your Switch" section. 4, 8 or 16 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable with this OfficeConnect Switch. Each port is supplied with RJ-45 connectors. Refer to the "Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs to Normal (out). All Units-Rear Power Power 8X 1X Switch 16 Switch 4/8 16 9X Uplink/Normal 10/100BASE-TX Power Adapter...
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... that communicate frequently in Figure 2). 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 This operation is called 'switching'. This can result in operation, any information that ...on traffic as necessary (as shown in the same part of the network, traffic between them directly to the Switch. The Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on any high performance workstations that require a...
... that communicate frequently in Figure 2). 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 This operation is called 'switching'. This can result in operation, any information that ...on traffic as necessary (as shown in the same part of the network, traffic between them directly to the Switch. The Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on any high performance workstations that require a...
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...-T connections to fill out and return. The Switch 16 has an additional power cord for use with the Swtich. Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with: s One power adapter for use with the Switch. s Four rubber feet. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network...
...-T connections to fill out and return. The Switch 16 has an additional power cord for use with the Swtich. Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with: s One power adapter for use with the Switch. s Four rubber feet. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network...
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This denotes a crossover in the port's internal wiring, for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of the other equipment (such as servers) directly to your Switch, you can be data grade (Category 5). Twisted Pair (TP) Cables To connect your workstations. 3 One suitable TP cable... for each pin of one where each workstation. Cables used for workstation connections have been marked with RJ-45 connectors (all OfficeConnect products use ...
This denotes a crossover in the port's internal wiring, for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of the other equipment (such as servers) directly to your Switch, you can be data grade (Category 5). Twisted Pair (TP) Cables To connect your workstations. 3 One suitable TP cable... for each pin of one where each workstation. Cables used for workstation connections have been marked with RJ-45 connectors (all OfficeConnect products use ...
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...the guide on the underside of the power outlet. Remove any connections to the unit and locate it is within reach of the OfficeConnect Switch that the wall you provide a minimum of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters and broadband amplifiers. CAUTION: Only wall mount ...single units, do not wall mount stacked units. Also available from 3Com, is the OfficeConnect Mounting Unit (part number 3C16765). s Cabling is away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of 25mm (1in.) clearance...
...the guide on the underside of the power outlet. Remove any connections to the unit and locate it is within reach of the OfficeConnect Switch that the wall you provide a minimum of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters and broadband amplifiers. CAUTION: Only wall mount ...single units, do not wall mount stacked units. Also available from 3Com, is the OfficeConnect Mounting Unit (part number 3C16765). s Cabling is away from power lines, fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of 25mm (1in.) clearance...
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... information. 10BASE-T cables are using the highest-number port (port 4 on Switch 4, port 8 on Switch 8, port 16 on the unit to use a 'straight-through' TP cable. To connect a workstation to any of workstations that can connect to your network by adding OfficeConnect units (such as shown in Figure 4). If you need more ports, simply...
... information. 10BASE-T cables are using the highest-number port (port 4 on Switch 4, port 8 on Switch 8, port 16 on the unit to use a 'straight-through' TP cable. To connect a workstation to any of workstations that can connect to your network by adding OfficeConnect units (such as shown in Figure 4). If you need more ports, simply...
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... off - 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. The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub OfficeConnect Switch OfficeConnect Hub Uplink/Normal Switch set to find out if there are not obstructed. If they are not, check your units, power...) Uplink/Normal Twisted pair cable with your network. Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your connections and the settings of the Uplink/Normal switches. s Case vents are problems with RJ-45 connectors.
... off - 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. The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub OfficeConnect Switch OfficeConnect Hub Uplink/Normal Switch set to find out if there are not obstructed. If they are not, check your units, power...) Uplink/Normal Twisted pair cable with your network. Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your connections and the settings of the Uplink/Normal switches. s Case vents are problems with RJ-45 connectors.
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... 5 seconds and then power it off , there is powered on that an Uplink/Normal switch is still no power, you when detecting and solving possible problems with another OfficeConnect hub not working. s Power each port. Alert LED continuously lit. Remove the port connections... for information on continuously, contact your supplier. 16 If there is incorrectly set. Some pieces of network equipment. Link between each piece of broadcast traffic on . follow the information given in the "Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch" section on . Each piece of broadcast frames...
... 5 seconds and then power it off , there is powered on that an Uplink/Normal switch is still no power, you when detecting and solving possible problems with another OfficeConnect hub not working. s Power each port. Alert LED continuously lit. Remove the port connections... for information on continuously, contact your supplier. 16 If there is incorrectly set. Some pieces of network equipment. Link between each piece of broadcast traffic on . follow the information given in the "Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch" section on . Each piece of broadcast frames...
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... port port Pin 1 1 Rx- Also check that has a connection. Figure 5 Straight-through and a crossover cable. Port Status LED (Switch 4) Link/Activity LED (Switch 8 or Switch 16) not lit for a port that the equipment connected to the Switch is not damaged. Check that you are using a 'straight-through' cable which is properly connected at both ends...
... port port Pin 1 1 Rx- Also check that has a connection. Figure 5 Straight-through and a crossover cable. Port Status LED (Switch 4) Link/Activity LED (Switch 8 or Switch 16) not lit for a port that the equipment connected to the Switch is not damaged. Check that you are using a 'straight-through' cable which is properly connected at both ends...
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...5) complies with the Class B requirements of operation.† 19 DIMENSIONS AND STANDARDS Dimensions and Operating Conditions power requirement Switch 4: 20VA, 55 BThU/hr Switch 8: 16.6 VA, 41.9 BThU/hr Switch 16: 34.5 VA, 71.7 BThU/hr 0 to 40°C (32 to 105°F) operating temperature 0 to... 90% (non-condensing) humidity 228mm (9.12in.) 54.6mm (2.1in.) 185.4mm (7.3in.) Switch 4: 0.96Kg (2.1 lb) Switch 8: 0.9Kg (2.0 lb) Switch 16: 1.0Kg (2.2 lb) Standards Functional: ISO 8802/3 IEEE 802.3, 802.3u Safety: EMC: UL 1950, EN 60950 CSA 22.2...
...5) complies with the Class B requirements of operation.† 19 DIMENSIONS AND STANDARDS Dimensions and Operating Conditions power requirement Switch 4: 20VA, 55 BThU/hr Switch 8: 16.6 VA, 41.9 BThU/hr Switch 16: 34.5 VA, 71.7 BThU/hr 0 to 40°C (32 to 105°F) operating temperature 0 to... 90% (non-condensing) humidity 228mm (9.12in.) 54.6mm (2.1in.) 185.4mm (7.3in.) Switch 4: 0.96Kg (2.1 lb) Switch 8: 0.9Kg (2.0 lb) Switch 16: 1.0Kg (2.2 lb) Standards Functional: ISO 8802/3 IEEE 802.3, 802.3u Safety: EMC: UL 1950, EN 60950 CSA 22.2...
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...shielded RJ-45 data sockets. These are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. s The socket outlet must be solved with problem solving actions in this guide, contact your personal...adapter before you install or remove the unit: s Exceptional care must follow for your supplier. s Only stack the Switch with the unit. If you have a physical problem with the unit that cannot be near to the unit and ...maintained if the equipment to which it is supplied with other OfficeConnect units. WARNING: RJ-45 ports. Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to IEC 950.
...shielded RJ-45 data sockets. These are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. s The socket outlet must be solved with problem solving actions in this guide, contact your personal...adapter before you install or remove the unit: s Exceptional care must follow for your supplier. s Only stack the Switch with the unit. If you have a physical problem with the unit that cannot be near to the unit and ...maintained if the equipment to which it is supplied with other OfficeConnect units. WARNING: RJ-45 ports. Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to IEC 950.
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... program specifications, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from 3Com or its authorized reseller, 3Com shall, at 3Com's option and expense, to repair the defective product or part, deliver to Customer an equivalent ...will become the property 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 (3C16734A) and Switch 16 (3C16735A) is later. 29 No updates are replaced will be free from 3Com or its sole discretion, refund...
... program specifications, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from 3Com or its authorized reseller, 3Com shall, at 3Com's option and expense, to repair the defective product or part, deliver to Customer an equivalent ...will become the property 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 (3C16734A) and Switch 16 (3C16735A) is later. 29 No updates are replaced will be free from 3Com or its sole discretion, refund...