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... Solutions Solution 1: Managed Ethernet Connectivity 4 Solution 2: Managed Token Ring Connectivity 6 Solution 3: Building a Resilient Network 8 Solution 4: Bridging and LAN Segmentation 10 Solution 5: LAN Switching and High-Speed Connectivity 12 LinkBuilder MSH Multi-Services Hub 14 LinkBuilder FMS II Stackable Ethernet Hubs 16 LinkBuilder FMS TR Stackable Token Ring Hubs 18 Fixed-Port Hubs, Repeaters, and Accessories 19 Intelligent Switches 21 Quick Reference Guide to 3Com Switching Products 22 Transcend Network Management 24 21 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide
... Solutions Solution 1: Managed Ethernet Connectivity 4 Solution 2: Managed Token Ring Connectivity 6 Solution 3: Building a Resilient Network 8 Solution 4: Bridging and LAN Segmentation 10 Solution 5: LAN Switching and High-Speed Connectivity 12 LinkBuilder MSH Multi-Services Hub 14 LinkBuilder FMS II Stackable Ethernet Hubs 16 LinkBuilder FMS TR Stackable Token Ring Hubs 18 Fixed-Port Hubs, Repeaters, and Accessories 19 Intelligent Switches 21 Quick Reference Guide to 3Com Switching Products 22 Transcend Network Management 24 21 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide
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.... LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 1 This guide introduces 3Com's LinkBuilder hubs. And there's a detailed description of individual users and groups. Our versatile multi-services hubs let you mix LAN technologies, wiring types, and configurations in virtually any network. You'll also find network solutions that let you flexible, cost-effective, fault-tolerant solutions that grow with 3Com's Transcend® management applications, these SmartAgent software agents provide integrated management of adapters, hubs, and...
.... LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 1 This guide introduces 3Com's LinkBuilder hubs. And there's a detailed description of individual users and groups. Our versatile multi-services hubs let you mix LAN technologies, wiring types, and configurations in virtually any network. You'll also find network solutions that let you flexible, cost-effective, fault-tolerant solutions that grow with 3Com's Transcend® management applications, these SmartAgent software agents provide integrated management of adapters, hubs, and...
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.... to large-sized LAN where RMON Management expansion is likely (more than 50 users) Remote office connected via a NETBuilder® bridge/router High-performance/ high-traffic switched LAN or workgroup 2 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide Yes Yes LinkBuilder FMS II Management Module and 3C16670 (12-port TP) 12 10BASE-T/RJ-45 Bridge Management Module* No 3C16671 (24-port TP) 24 10BASE-T/RJ-45 Bridge MicroModule 3C16665 (6-port Fiber) 6 10BASE-FL/ST Transceiver Interface Modules 3C16672 (24-port Telco...
.... to large-sized LAN where RMON Management expansion is likely (more than 50 users) Remote office connected via a NETBuilder® bridge/router High-performance/ high-traffic switched LAN or workgroup 2 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide Yes Yes LinkBuilder FMS II Management Module and 3C16670 (12-port TP) 12 10BASE-T/RJ-45 Bridge Management Module* No 3C16671 (24-port TP) 24 10BASE-T/RJ-45 Bridge MicroModule 3C16665 (6-port Fiber) 6 10BASE-FL/ST Transceiver Interface Modules 3C16672 (24-port Telco...
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... connections for information. MDI/MDIX switch for information. Easy plug-and-play simplicity. optional modules support mixed media, Ethernetto-FDDI switching, FDDI concentration, and bridging. Compact design with plug-and-play installation, SNMP manageable, optional backbone media and bridge modules. See "Medium- Combine LinkBuilder FMS II hubs with optional 100BASE-TX modules and expansion to relieve network congestion. SuperStack stackable Fast Ethernet hub with a LinkSwitch or LinkBuilder FMS 100 hub to 206 Fast Ethernet ports...
... connections for information. MDI/MDIX switch for information. Easy plug-and-play simplicity. optional modules support mixed media, Ethernetto-FDDI switching, FDDI concentration, and bridging. Compact design with plug-and-play installation, SNMP manageable, optional backbone media and bridge modules. See "Medium- Combine LinkBuilder FMS II hubs with optional 100BASE-TX modules and expansion to relieve network congestion. SuperStack stackable Fast Ethernet hub with a LinkSwitch or LinkBuilder FMS 100 hub to 206 Fast Ethernet ports...
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... management module provides SNMP-based Transcend management for cost-effective remote management. Solution 1: Managed Ethernet Connectivity Requirements Connect users in a SuperStack system, including the Redundant Power System for added reliability and maximum uptime. As the network grows, more LinkBuilder 4 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide FMS II hubs can be added to meet the needs of twisted-pair, thin coax, and fiber cabling. Solution 1: Managed Ethernet Connectivity Link 10BT +/- 10-Base T AUI Send Active Fault Console STATUS UNIT 3C16670 LinkBuilder FMS II green...
... management module provides SNMP-based Transcend management for cost-effective remote management. Solution 1: Managed Ethernet Connectivity Requirements Connect users in a SuperStack system, including the Redundant Power System for added reliability and maximum uptime. As the network grows, more LinkBuilder 4 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide FMS II hubs can be added to meet the needs of twisted-pair, thin coax, and fiber cabling. Solution 1: Managed Ethernet Connectivity Link 10BT +/- 10-Base T AUI Send Active Fault Console STATUS UNIT 3C16670 LinkBuilder FMS II green...
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... off = link fail MDI MDIX 1 2 3 4 STATUS green = link OK Red = Partition off = link fail 1 2 3 4 3C16181 Red = Partition TCVR Packet Collision Power MGMT LinkBuilder TP/8i Security: Defending Data and Resources The LinkBuilder FMS II hubs and the Ethernet modules in SmartAgent intelligence and optional local bridging, the 8-port LinkBuilder TP/8i fixed-port hub is not expected to grow, but users need to the backbone. Expansion modules connect directly to the LinkBuilder MSH coax or fiber Ethernet modules.
... off = link fail MDI MDIX 1 2 3 4 STATUS green = link OK Red = Partition off = link fail 1 2 3 4 3C16181 Red = Partition TCVR Packet Collision Power MGMT LinkBuilder TP/8i Security: Defending Data and Resources The LinkBuilder FMS II hubs and the Ethernet modules in SmartAgent intelligence and optional local bridging, the 8-port LinkBuilder TP/8i fixed-port hub is not expected to grow, but users need to the backbone. Expansion modules connect directly to the LinkBuilder MSH coax or fiber Ethernet modules.
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... control, Transcend management applications work with 3Com's LinkConverter™ SNA-to 260 users per ring. Part of media. Add a new workgroup to implement all 10 RMON groups and provide network analyzer level functionality through a user-friendly, graphical interface. Products LinkBuilder FMS TR 12-Port Hub (3C510500) LinkBuilder FMS TR 24-Port Hub (3C510501) LinkBuilder FMS TR RMON Management Agent Module (3C510502)* LinkBuilder FMS TR Advanced RMON Management Agent Module (3C510505)* LinkBuilder FMS TR Copper RI/RO Module (3C510504)* LinkBuilder FMS TR Fiber...
... control, Transcend management applications work with 3Com's LinkConverter™ SNA-to 260 users per ring. Part of media. Add a new workgroup to implement all 10 RMON groups and provide network analyzer level functionality through a user-friendly, graphical interface. Products LinkBuilder FMS TR 12-Port Hub (3C510500) LinkBuilder FMS TR 24-Port Hub (3C510501) LinkBuilder FMS TR RMON Management Agent Module (3C510502)* LinkBuilder FMS TR Advanced RMON Management Agent Module (3C510505)* LinkBuilder FMS TR Copper RI/RO Module (3C510504)* LinkBuilder FMS TR Fiber...
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... a Resilient Network 8 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 13-Port 10BASE-T 24-Port 10BASE-T Module Module PC PC PC LinkBuilder MSH Configuration Highlights This solution uses LinkBuilder MSH hubs and LinkBuilder FMS II stackable hubs in a multi-floor building using a fiber backbone and UTP floor wiring. If one module cannot bring down the others. On some floors, space considerations dictate the use of the LANplex switching hubs. And redundant power supplies provide additional protection. Solution 3: Building a Resilient Network Requirements Install...
... a Resilient Network 8 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 13-Port 10BASE-T 24-Port 10BASE-T Module Module PC PC PC LinkBuilder MSH Configuration Highlights This solution uses LinkBuilder MSH hubs and LinkBuilder FMS II stackable hubs in a multi-floor building using a fiber backbone and UTP floor wiring. If one module cannot bring down the others. On some floors, space considerations dictate the use of the LANplex switching hubs. And redundant power supplies provide additional protection. Solution 3: Building a Resilient Network Requirements Install...
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... AC lines. cally sent to four SuperStack units. Products LinkBuilder FMS II 24-Port TP Hub (3C16671) LinkBuilder FMS II Telco Hub (3C16672) LinkBuilder FMS II Fiber Hub (3C16665) LinkBuilder FMS II Bridge Management Module (3C16040) Redundant Power System (3C565047) Rx loss Rx Tx Solution 3: Building a Resilient Network LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 9 The system comprises two load-sharing bulk power supplies fed by overheating. A Redundant Power System ensures constant power for up to the management console. The system also has redundant fans and LED temperature...
... AC lines. cally sent to four SuperStack units. Products LinkBuilder FMS II 24-Port TP Hub (3C16671) LinkBuilder FMS II Telco Hub (3C16672) LinkBuilder FMS II Fiber Hub (3C16665) LinkBuilder FMS II Bridge Management Module (3C16040) Redundant Power System (3C565047) Rx loss Rx Tx Solution 3: Building a Resilient Network LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 9 The system comprises two load-sharing bulk power supplies fed by overheating. A Redundant Power System ensures constant power for up to the management console. The system also has redundant fans and LED temperature...
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... and the benefits of a LinkBuilder FMS II hub. Just slide this unmanaged local bridge into the transceiver interface module slot of 3Com's LAN Security Architecture. Products LinkBuilder FMS II 24-Port TP Hub (3C16671) LinkBuilder FMS II Telco Hub (3C16672) LinkBuilder FMS II Fiber Hub (3C16665) LinkBuilder FMS II Bridge Management Module (3C16040) Redundant Power System (3C565047) NetWare® users NetWare department server CAD workstations CAD server CAD workstations CAD server Rx loss Rx Tx LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 11 The slide-in network performance without...
... and the benefits of a LinkBuilder FMS II hub. Just slide this unmanaged local bridge into the transceiver interface module slot of 3Com's LAN Security Architecture. Products LinkBuilder FMS II 24-Port TP Hub (3C16671) LinkBuilder FMS II Telco Hub (3C16672) LinkBuilder FMS II Fiber Hub (3C16665) LinkBuilder FMS II Bridge Management Module (3C16040) Redundant Power System (3C565047) NetWare® users NetWare department server CAD workstations CAD server CAD workstations CAD server Rx loss Rx Tx LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 11 The slide-in network performance without...
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... switch is part of the entire workgroup-switches, hubs, and adapters. Store and Forward • Lowest Ethernet/ ATM price/port • 12 RJ-45 UTP ports • 8,192 MAC addresses • Forwarding mode - Simplicity-Plug-and-play installation and drag-and-drop graphical configuration make adds, moves, and changes exceptionally easy. Low Cost-The switches deliver high performance without the need for all workgroup applications, including connecting individual power users. Performance-Powerful switching...
... switch is part of the entire workgroup-switches, hubs, and adapters. Store and Forward • Lowest Ethernet/ ATM price/port • 12 RJ-45 UTP ports • 8,192 MAC addresses • Forwarding mode - Simplicity-Plug-and-play installation and drag-and-drop graphical configuration make adds, moves, and changes exceptionally easy. Low Cost-The switches deliver high performance without the need for all workgroup applications, including connecting individual power users. Performance-Powerful switching...
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...-T Repeater Module (3C18122A) Smart, secure module providing connections for 24 UTP users via RJ-45 connectors and one module can support up to -ATM, 100BASE-T Fast Ethernet, and Token Ring connectivity. An RMON module is integrated into the connectivity modules, RMON functionality scales easily as your network grows. Switching modules are hot-swappable, including fans. The hub's unique, high-speed passive bus can be used; Hub Chassis ® Power Supplies Modules POWER 375W Power Supply (3C18011) 525W Power Supply...
...-T Repeater Module (3C18122A) Smart, secure module providing connections for 24 UTP users via RJ-45 connectors and one module can support up to -ATM, 100BASE-T Fast Ethernet, and Token Ring connectivity. An RMON module is integrated into the connectivity modules, RMON functionality scales easily as your network grows. Switching modules are hot-swappable, including fans. The hub's unique, high-speed passive bus can be used; Hub Chassis ® Power Supplies Modules POWER 375W Power Supply (3C18011) 525W Power Supply...
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... (RI/RO) connections and smart management routines for any number of MAUs in the LinkBuilder MSH chassis. FDDI Fiber-Optic Module (3C18300) Connections for 12 UTP or STP users via BNC connectors. CDDI UTP Module (3C18301) Connections for six coax users via shielded RJ-45 connectors. Supports Spanning Tree Algorithm and a full range of available ports. LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 15 DB-9 STP connectors. LinkSwitch Expansion Module (3C18645) Connects six additional switched UTP Ethernet segments or...
... (RI/RO) connections and smart management routines for any number of MAUs in the LinkBuilder MSH chassis. FDDI Fiber-Optic Module (3C18300) Connections for 12 UTP or STP users via BNC connectors. CDDI UTP Module (3C18301) Connections for six coax users via shielded RJ-45 connectors. Supports Spanning Tree Algorithm and a full range of available ports. LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 15 DB-9 STP connectors. LinkSwitch Expansion Module (3C18645) Connects six additional switched UTP Ethernet segments or...
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....) 3C16670 3C16672 3C16665 3C16671 Redundant Power System connector LinkBuilder FMS II Management Module Transceiver Interface Module for a slide-in transceiver interface module. LinkBuilder FMS II hubs work with a standard AUI port and a slot for backbone connections (BNC, ST Fiber, TP, AUI) LinkBuilder Bridge MicroModule Separate resilient power supply Expansion cable LinkBuilder FMS II Stack (back view) Standard AUI port 16 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide These hubs keep your initial investment low, letting you increase port density and add bridging and comprehensive SNMP...
....) 3C16670 3C16672 3C16665 3C16671 Redundant Power System connector LinkBuilder FMS II Management Module Transceiver Interface Module for a slide-in transceiver interface module. LinkBuilder FMS II hubs work with a standard AUI port and a slot for backbone connections (BNC, ST Fiber, TP, AUI) LinkBuilder Bridge MicroModule Separate resilient power supply Expansion cable LinkBuilder FMS II Stack (back view) Standard AUI port 16 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide These hubs keep your initial investment low, letting you increase port density and add bridging and comprehensive SNMP...
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... a stack, or users can mix LinkBuilder FMS II or LinkBuilder FMS hubs in the stack. 5. A LinkBuilder FMS II Management Module (3C16630) or LinkBuilder FMS Management Module (3C1603-0) can be used to manage a stack of -band using the local port, a modem, or Serial Line Interface Protocol (SLIP) over IP or IPX, via a telnet session, or out-of LinkBuilder FMS II or LinkBuilder FMS hubs. (Management module software version 2.0 or greater is not needed. LinkBuilder FMS 4. LinkBuilder FMS II 5. LinkBuilder FMS II 2. LinkBuilder FMS II 6. Lets you segment the network, manage both hub and...
... a stack, or users can mix LinkBuilder FMS II or LinkBuilder FMS hubs in the stack. 5. A LinkBuilder FMS II Management Module (3C16630) or LinkBuilder FMS Management Module (3C1603-0) can be used to manage a stack of -band using the local port, a modem, or Serial Line Interface Protocol (SLIP) over IP or IPX, via a telnet session, or out-of LinkBuilder FMS II or LinkBuilder FMS hubs. (Management module software version 2.0 or greater is not needed. LinkBuilder FMS 4. LinkBuilder FMS II 5. LinkBuilder FMS II 2. LinkBuilder FMS II 6. Lets you segment the network, manage both hub and...
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... Module (3C510505) User-installable SNMP RMON module that adds a network analyzer level of fiber ST connectors and slides into the LinkBuilder FMS TR 12-port hub only; For connectivity in a central wiring closet, cascade connectors can support up to 260 users in a SuperStack system. 3C510500 Hubs 12-Port Hub (3C510500) Provides 13 RJ-45 twisted-pair ports, along with two DB-15 cascade connectors and a cascade cable. 3C510501 3C565047 LinkBuilder FMS II TR Stack 18 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide...
... Module (3C510505) User-installable SNMP RMON module that adds a network analyzer level of fiber ST connectors and slides into the LinkBuilder FMS TR 12-port hub only; For connectivity in a central wiring closet, cascade connectors can support up to 260 users in a SuperStack system. 3C510500 Hubs 12-Port Hub (3C510500) Provides 13 RJ-45 twisted-pair ports, along with two DB-15 cascade connectors and a cascade cable. 3C510501 3C565047 LinkBuilder FMS II TR Stack 18 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide...
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... to access an Ethernet segment through a single transceiver. Supports up to 64 users to eight twisted-pair ports via RJ-45 connections, with any of ST connectors Coaxial Transceiver Interface Module (3C1206-6) One BNC connector TP Transceiver Interface Module (3C12063) One RJ-45 connector ISOLAN TRANSCEIVERS ISOLAN transceivers are ideal for cascading multiple hubs on next page Fiber-Optic and 10BASE-T Transceiver Interface Modules LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 19...
... to access an Ethernet segment through a single transceiver. Supports up to 64 users to eight twisted-pair ports via RJ-45 connections, with any of ST connectors Coaxial Transceiver Interface Module (3C1206-6) One BNC connector TP Transceiver Interface Module (3C12063) One RJ-45 connector ISOLAN TRANSCEIVERS ISOLAN transceivers are ideal for cascading multiple hubs on next page Fiber-Optic and 10BASE-T Transceiver Interface Modules LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide 19...
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... cable (3C6195) 75-foot cable (3C6196) 100-foot cable (3C6197) 150-foot cable (3C6198) Transceiver Cable Securing Plate (set of 5) (3C110-ACC) Thin Ethernet Accessories: Terminator Kit (Two Ohm 50 BNC terminators) (3C535) Barrel Connector (BNC, connects two thin Ethernet segments) (3C536) T Connector (BNC) (3C539) Ethernet Cabling 10BASE-T (Twisted Pair) 100 m maximum segment length. Fiber Optic 10BASE-FL (fiber link) supports 2 km over 62.5 µm cable. Token Ring Cabling...
... cable (3C6195) 75-foot cable (3C6196) 100-foot cable (3C6197) 150-foot cable (3C6198) Transceiver Cable Securing Plate (set of 5) (3C110-ACC) Thin Ethernet Accessories: Terminator Kit (Two Ohm 50 BNC terminators) (3C535) Barrel Connector (BNC, connects two thin Ethernet segments) (3C536) T Connector (BNC) (3C539) Ethernet Cabling 10BASE-T (Twisted Pair) 100 m maximum segment length. Fiber Optic 10BASE-FL (fiber link) supports 2 km over 62.5 µm cable. Token Ring Cabling...
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...-T Fast Ethernet, Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI), and Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM). The strategy protects network investment by providing a migration path for a low-cost, high-speed switch solution. The LANplex family of Token Ring scalable switching products for chassis and stackable configurations. CELLplex Family 3Com's Token Ring Switching Strategy High-speed, multimedia applications demand ever-increasing levels of -the-art cell switching technology to -server bottlenecks. Support...
...-T Fast Ethernet, Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI), and Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM). The strategy protects network investment by providing a migration path for a low-cost, high-speed switch solution. The LANplex family of Token Ring scalable switching products for chassis and stackable configurations. CELLplex Family 3Com's Token Ring Switching Strategy High-speed, multimedia applications demand ever-increasing levels of -the-art cell switching technology to -server bottlenecks. Support...
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... WorkGroup Manager supports local management for AIX running on IBM AIX/6000 3.2 or IBM AIX Windows Environment/6000 IBM OS/2 24 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide Transcend can group PCs in your network-including adapters, hubs, switches, bridge/routers, and remote access servers. SmartAgent intelligence also allows you integrate administrative tasks while simplifying network coordination; This Product Is Manageable by This Product Part Number Platforms LinkBuilder MSH Transcend Enterprise Manager Version 3.0 for Windows Transcend Enterprise Manager Version...
... WorkGroup Manager supports local management for AIX running on IBM AIX/6000 3.2 or IBM AIX Windows Environment/6000 IBM OS/2 24 LinkBuilder Hub Configuration Guide Transcend can group PCs in your network-including adapters, hubs, switches, bridge/routers, and remote access servers. SmartAgent intelligence also allows you integrate administrative tasks while simplifying network coordination; This Product Is Manageable by This Product Part Number Platforms LinkBuilder MSH Transcend Enterprise Manager Version 3.0 for Windows Transcend Enterprise Manager Version...