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... NETWORK LEDs and Ports 2-1 Before You Start 2-4 Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub 2-5 Using the Rubber Feet and Stacking Clips 2-6 Wall Mounting the OfficeConnect Hub 2-7 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Hub 2-7 Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together 2-8 Spot Checks 2-11 ABOUT NETWORK MANAGEMENT 3Com Network Management 3-1 Why Manage Your Hub? 3-2 Connecting to the Hub and Managing 3-3 Managing Through the Console Port 3-4 Managing...
... NETWORK LEDs and Ports 2-1 Before You Start 2-4 Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub 2-5 Using the Rubber Feet and Stacking Clips 2-6 Wall Mounting the OfficeConnect Hub 2-7 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Hub 2-7 Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together 2-8 Spot Checks 2-11 ABOUT NETWORK MANAGEMENT 3Com Network Management 3-1 Why Manage Your Hub? 3-2 Connecting to the Hub and Managing 3-3 Managing Through the Console Port 3-4 Managing...
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...Procedure 4-2 Running Quick Config Manager 4-2 Configuring Multiple Hubs 4-3 Quick Config Manager Window Map 4-3 Accessing the Hub 4-6 Giving the Hub an IP Address 4-7 Resetting the Hub 4-11 Initializing the Hub 4-11 Viewing the Hub 4-12 Displaying Information About the Hub 4-13 Setting Up the Alert LED 4-15 Monitoring ... Network Errors Statistics 4-23 Configuring a Port 4-25 Hub Security 4-28 Configuring Security at Port Level 4-29 Configuring Security at Hub Level 4-31 Resilience 4-33 Setting Up a Resilient Link Pair 4-34 Using the Hub to Monitor Other Devices 4-37 Additional Management 4-39 ...
...Procedure 4-2 Running Quick Config Manager 4-2 Configuring Multiple Hubs 4-3 Quick Config Manager Window Map 4-3 Accessing the Hub 4-6 Giving the Hub an IP Address 4-7 Resetting the Hub 4-11 Initializing the Hub 4-11 Viewing the Hub 4-12 Displaying Information About the Hub 4-13 Setting Up the Alert LED 4-15 Monitoring ... Network Errors Statistics 4-23 Configuring a Port 4-25 Hub Security 4-28 Configuring Security at Port Level 4-29 Configuring Security at Hub Level 4-31 Resilience 4-33 Setting Up a Resilient Link Pair 4-34 Using the Hub to Monitor Other Devices 4-37 Additional Management 4-39 ...
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... to a Small, Contained Network B-5 IPX Addresses B-6 TECHNICAL SUPPORT Online Technical Services C-1 World Wide Web Site C-1 3Com Bulletin Board Service C-1 3ComFacts Automated Fax Service C-2 3ComForum on CompuServe Online Service C-3 Support from Your Network Supplier C-4 Support from... 3Com C-4 Returning Products for U.K. 16710.bk : 16710.TOC Page v Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Viewing Internal Version Numbers 5-20 Downloading a Software Upgrade 5-21 PROBLEM SOLVING Isolating a Problem 6-1 Problems When Using Your Hub 6-2 Problems When Using Quick...
... to a Small, Contained Network B-5 IPX Addresses B-6 TECHNICAL SUPPORT Online Technical Services C-1 World Wide Web Site C-1 3Com Bulletin Board Service C-1 3ComFacts Automated Fax Service C-2 3ComForum on CompuServe Online Service C-3 Support from Your Network Supplier C-4 Support from... 3Com C-4 Returning Products for U.K. 16710.bk : 16710.TOC Page v Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Viewing Internal Version Numbers 5-20 Downloading a Software Upgrade 5-21 PROBLEM SOLVING Isolating a Problem 6-1 Problems When Using Your Hub 6-2 Problems When Using Quick...
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...WARNING: Twisted Pair RJ45 ports. s This unit operates under SELV. s Disconnect the power adapter before installing the OfficeConnect® hub: s Exceptional care must follow for your supplier. You can only remove power to these sockets. If you must... (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to ensure compliance with other OfficeConnect units. They cannot be used as telephone sockets. s Only stack the OfficeConnect hub with international safety standards. Only connect RJ45 data connectors to the OfficeConnect hub by disconnecting the power adapter from the unit or from the ...
...WARNING: Twisted Pair RJ45 ports. s This unit operates under SELV. s Disconnect the power adapter before installing the OfficeConnect® hub: s Exceptional care must follow for your supplier. You can only remove power to these sockets. If you must... (Safety Extra Low Voltage) according to ensure compliance with other OfficeConnect units. They cannot be used as telephone sockets. s Only stack the OfficeConnect hub with international safety standards. Only connect RJ45 data connectors to the OfficeConnect hub by disconnecting the power adapter from the unit or from the ...
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... can manage it when managing the hub again. If you initialize the hub, the address settings are retained to continue managing the hub. For information on configuring the hub's address settings, see "Giving the Hub an IP Address" on page 4-7. Parameter Device Name Emergency Contact Support Contract IP Address Default 3Com 3Com 3Com 0.0.0.0 Subnet Mask Serial Line IP...
... can manage it when managing the hub again. If you initialize the hub, the address settings are retained to continue managing the hub. For information on configuring the hub's address settings, see "Giving the Hub an IP Address" on page 4-7. Parameter Device Name Emergency Contact Support Contract IP Address Default 3Com 3Com 3Com 0.0.0.0 Subnet Mask Serial Line IP...
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... Manager Additional management using VT100 Problem solving Dimensions, standards and cabling Network addressing (IP/IPX) The OfficeConnect product range, obtaining technical support, and 3Com repair services Turn to set up and manage the OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM. The hub is possible you to get it is ready for use the information given for information on: The...
... Manager Additional management using VT100 Problem solving Dimensions, standards and cabling Network addressing (IP/IPX) The OfficeConnect product range, obtaining technical support, and 3Com repair services Turn to set up and manage the OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM. The hub is possible you to get it is ready for use the information given for information on: The...
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... a host of facilities, for creating a small network. Figure 1-1 Small Network Featuring OfficeConnect Hub And Optional Print Server If you to create a small network with 3Com®. The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM is ideal for example print sharing and a network fax. It is compact and attractively... but until now only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. A single OfficeConnect hub allows you need to connect more workstations, simply connect and clip another OfficeConnect hub to eight workstations, as shown in Figure 1-1. Computer networks have proved to ...
... a host of facilities, for creating a small network. Figure 1-1 Small Network Featuring OfficeConnect Hub And Optional Print Server If you to create a small network with 3Com®. The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM is ideal for example print sharing and a network fax. It is compact and attractively... but until now only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. A single OfficeConnect hub allows you need to connect more workstations, simply connect and clip another OfficeConnect hub to eight workstations, as shown in Figure 1-1. Computer networks have proved to ...
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The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM has eight 10BASE-T ports and a ninth 10BASE-2 (Coax) port. ...information. Ethernet is the name given to the Ethernet protocol that runs over Twisted Pair (TP) cable. The OfficeConnect hub uses RJ45 type connectors for the purpose of workstations (for example, IBM-compatible personal computers) and other equipment ...(for example, printers), connected for connecting your hub. Networking Terminology A Network is the name given to the Ethernet protocol that spans no more than a single...
The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM has eight 10BASE-T ports and a ninth 10BASE-2 (Coax) port. ...information. Ethernet is the name given to the Ethernet protocol that runs over Twisted Pair (TP) cable. The OfficeConnect hub uses RJ45 type connectors for the purpose of workstations (for example, IBM-compatible personal computers) and other equipment ...(for example, printers), connected for connecting your hub. Networking Terminology A Network is the name given to the Ethernet protocol that spans no more than a single...
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... that defines what information can indicate a problem with a device. s A MIB (Management Information Base) that controls how a management station gains information from the device by the hub.
... that defines what information can indicate a problem with a device. s A MIB (Management Information Base) that controls how a management station gains information from the device by the hub.
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... and stacking clips s Wall mounting the hub s Connecting your workstations and other equipment to the hub s Connecting your hub to other equipment to your hub s Connecting your network, and has information on the Quick Reference Guide. This chapter describes how to use your OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM to create your hub to another OfficeConnect hub s Connecting a management station to use . 16710...
... and stacking clips s Wall mounting the hub s Connecting your workstations and other equipment to the hub s Connecting your hub to other equipment to your hub s Connecting your network, and has information on the Quick Reference Guide. This chapter describes how to use your OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM to create your hub to another OfficeConnect hub s Connecting a management station to use . 16710...
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...equipment to your equipment. 3Com produce a range of equipment. The maximum length you can be shielded or unshielded. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 4 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 2-4 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK Before You Start Your OfficeConnect hub comes with: s ...One power adapter for use with the OfficeConnect hub s A Warranty Registration card for you to install network adapters, which provide your workstations with 10BASE-T connections. ...
...equipment to your equipment. 3Com produce a range of equipment. The maximum length you can be shielded or unshielded. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 4 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 2-4 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK Before You Start Your OfficeConnect hub comes with: s ...One power adapter for use with the OfficeConnect hub s A Warranty Registration card for you to install network adapters, which provide your workstations with 10BASE-T connections. ...
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... want to connect using 10BASE-2 (Coax), you can use is not restricted. Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub When installing your OfficeConnect hub, ensure: s It is out of direct sunlight and away from power lines and fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of the unit. The minimum cable length ... broadband amplifiers. This denotes a crossover in the side of the other ports. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 5 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub 2-5 In order to comply with the graphical symbol 'x'.
... want to connect using 10BASE-2 (Coax), you can use is not restricted. Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub When installing your OfficeConnect hub, ensure: s It is out of direct sunlight and away from power lines and fluorescent lighting fixtures, and sources of the unit. The minimum cable length ... broadband amplifiers. This denotes a crossover in the side of the other ports. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 5 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub 2-5 In order to comply with the graphical symbol 'x'.
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... unit on your desk. Use the following method to secure the other hand around on a flat surface. Repeat this for neatly and securely stacking your OfficeConnect units together. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 6 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 2-6 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK Using the Rubber Feet... and Stacking Clips The four self-adhesive rubber feet prevent your hub from sliding around the back of the clip. Stick the feet to pull it in until they click into place, as shown in Figure 2-3 ...
... unit on your desk. Use the following method to secure the other hand around on a flat surface. Repeat this for neatly and securely stacking your OfficeConnect units together. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 6 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 2-6 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK Using the Rubber Feet... and Stacking Clips The four self-adhesive rubber feet prevent your hub from sliding around the back of the clip. Stick the feet to pull it in until they click into place, as shown in Figure 2-3 ...
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... quickly. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 7 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Wall Mounting the OfficeConnect Hub 2-7 Wall Mounting the OfficeConnect Hub There are two slots on the underside of the OfficeConnect hub which are very easy to Your Hub WARNING: Ensure you have read the Important Safety Information section carefully before you are used for wall...
... quickly. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 7 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Wall Mounting the OfficeConnect Hub 2-7 Wall Mounting the OfficeConnect Hub There are two slots on the underside of the OfficeConnect hub which are very easy to Your Hub WARNING: Ensure you have read the Important Safety Information section carefully before you are used for wall...
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... can connect up to 30 hubs on a single segment, leaving all port connections, so you can connect up to four hubs in series. If you need to terminate it with a terminator (end piece). s With 10BASE-T you can start using your network by adding more OfficeConnect hub s. CAUTION: Do not connect... the same two hubs together using port 8 to connect a workstation, ensure the MDI/MDIX switch is set to MDIX. When you are using both...
... can connect up to 30 hubs on a single segment, leaving all port connections, so you can connect up to four hubs in series. If you need to terminate it with a terminator (end piece). s With 10BASE-T you can start using your network by adding more OfficeConnect hub s. CAUTION: Do not connect... the same two hubs together using port 8 to connect a workstation, ensure the MDI/MDIX switch is set to MDIX. When you are using both...
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..., it . Connect a 10BASE-2 'Y' piece to unlock it, and remove it is important that both ends of your hubs. To disconnect a 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable, twist each hub. You can use a 'Y' piece for each connector counter-clockwise to each 'Y' piece with 50 Ohm terminators (end pieces... the segment are properly terminated with 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable to terminate the two free ends of the other ports. Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together 2-9 Figure 2-4 Correct Hub Connections Using 10BASE-2 (Coax) Only use 50 Ohm 10BASE-2 (Coax) cables and use 'T' pieces but 'Y' pieces provide adequate...
..., it . Connect a 10BASE-2 'Y' piece to unlock it, and remove it is important that both ends of your hubs. To disconnect a 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable, twist each hub. You can use a 'Y' piece for each connector counter-clockwise to each 'Y' piece with 50 Ohm terminators (end pieces... the segment are properly terminated with 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable to terminate the two free ends of the other ports. Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together 2-9 Figure 2-4 Correct Hub Connections Using 10BASE-2 (Coax) Only use 50 Ohm 10BASE-2 (Coax) cables and use 'T' pieces but 'Y' pieces provide adequate...
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...ways, but for simplicity we recommend the following method: 1 Starting from the bottom, connect port 8 of the lower hub to port 7 of the hub immediately above. This unused port can connect hubs together with port 8 not connected to MDIX (out). 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 10 Tuesday, October 7, ...1997 11:38 AM 2-10 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK Connecting Hubs Using 10BASE-T You can be connected to a workstation provided that the MDI...
...ways, but for simplicity we recommend the following method: 1 Starting from the bottom, connect port 8 of the lower hub to port 7 of the hub immediately above. This unused port can connect hubs together with port 8 not connected to MDIX (out). 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 10 Tuesday, October 7, ...1997 11:38 AM 2-10 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK Connecting Hubs Using 10BASE-T You can be connected to a workstation provided that the MDI...
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... When you have used and is a problem, refer to find out if there are problems with your network s Case vents are not, check your hubs, power them on. If they are not obstructed s Cabling is secure and not pulled taut If you have connected your connections. Spot Checks At frequent ...
... When you have used and is a problem, refer to find out if there are problems with your network s Case vents are not, check your hubs, power them on. If they are not obstructed s Cabling is secure and not pulled taut If you have connected your connections. Spot Checks At frequent ...
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... management system, through the hub's console port. Using intelligent 3Com software distributed throughout the network, 3Com's Transcend management applications support all of today's platforms and manage a wide variety of the functionality that is present in this guide, is supplied with point and click operation. This gives you manage each OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM individually. 16710.bk : ABOUTMAN...
... management system, through the hub's console port. Using intelligent 3Com software distributed throughout the network, 3Com's Transcend management applications support all of today's platforms and manage a wide variety of the functionality that is present in this guide, is supplied with point and click operation. This gives you manage each OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM individually. 16710.bk : ABOUTMAN...
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... operates: s Configure IP information for each port. This appendix describes these services." s Initialize the hub to return it . s Enable and disable ports. s Display general hub information. s Restart the hub to quickly view the status of conditions, and show what conditions have triggered the Alert LED to...bk : ABOUTMAN.FRM Page 2 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 3-2 CHAPTER 3: ABOUT NETWORK MANAGEMENT information through a variety of the hub to refresh its factory settings (IP and console port information is retained). s Display a graphical representation of services.
... operates: s Configure IP information for each port. This appendix describes these services." s Initialize the hub to return it . s Enable and disable ports. s Display general hub information. s Restart the hub to quickly view the status of conditions, and show what conditions have triggered the Alert LED to...bk : ABOUTMAN.FRM Page 2 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 3-2 CHAPTER 3: ABOUT NETWORK MANAGEMENT information through a variety of the hub to refresh its factory settings (IP and console port information is retained). s Display a graphical representation of services.