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... Clause at any time. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are registered in the United States and may or may not be registered in other countries. 3Com, OfficeConnect, NetAge, SmartAgent and Transcend are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. 3ComFacts and Ask3Com are unable to locate... a copy, please contact 3Com and a copy will be reproduced in any software on removable...
... Clause at any time. Unless otherwise indicated, 3Com registered trademarks are registered in the United States and may or may not be registered in other countries. 3Com, OfficeConnect, NetAge, SmartAgent and Transcend are registered trademarks of 3Com Corporation. 3ComFacts and Ask3Com are unable to locate... a copy, please contact 3Com and a copy will be reproduced in any software on removable...
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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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...information before moving the unit. You can only remove power to these sockets. s Disconnect the power adapter before installing the OfficeConnect® hub: s Exceptional care must follow for your supplier. s There are shielded RJ45 data sockets. These are no user-replaceable ...fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the hub. Follow all instructions carefully. s Only stack the OfficeConnect hub with other OfficeConnect units. Only connect RJ45 data connectors to the OfficeConnect hub by disconnecting the power adapter from the unit or from the ...
...information before moving the unit. You can only remove power to these sockets. s Disconnect the power adapter before installing the OfficeConnect® hub: s Exceptional care must follow for your supplier. s There are shielded RJ45 data sockets. These are no user-replaceable ...fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the hub. Follow all instructions carefully. s Only stack the OfficeConnect hub with other OfficeConnect units. Only connect RJ45 data connectors to the OfficeConnect hub by disconnecting the power adapter from the unit or from the ...
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It does not require management to set up and manage the OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM. There is ready for use the information given for example monitoring your network. It contains some of the information in your network ... 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 skip some useful information from these situations. The hub is a Quick Reference Guide accompanying this guide and use in this guide. We have ...
It does not require management to set up and manage the OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM. There is ready for use the information given for example monitoring your network. It contains some of the information in your network ... 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 skip some useful information from these situations. The hub is a Quick Reference Guide accompanying this guide and use in this guide. We have ...
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...the networking advantage. It is compact and attractively designed for desktop use, and is part of the OfficeConnect range which neatly stack together with 3Com®. For information on page C-1. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is ideal ... networks have proved to the small office. Figure 1-1 Small Network Featuring OfficeConnect Hub And Optional Print Server If you to create a small network with up to eight workstations, as shown in Figure 1-1. The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM is crucial. 16710.bk : GETSTART.FRM Page 1 Tuesday, October 7,...
...the networking advantage. It is compact and attractively designed for desktop use, and is part of the OfficeConnect range which neatly stack together with 3Com®. For information on page C-1. In the modern business environment, communication and sharing information is ideal ... networks have proved to the small office. Figure 1-1 Small Network Featuring OfficeConnect Hub And Optional Print Server If you to create a small network with up to eight workstations, as shown in Figure 1-1. The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM is crucial. 16710.bk : GETSTART.FRM Page 1 Tuesday, October 7,...
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...of workstations (for example, IBM-compatible personal computers) and other equipment (for example, printers), connected for connecting your hub. The OfficeConnect hub uses RJ45 type connectors for the purpose of exchanging information. This guide helps you get the most out of your network...2 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 1-2 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION a stack (each hub is a network, usually in size, some are connected by more than one of its ports to break the loop. The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM has eight 10BASE-T ports and a ninth 10BASE-2 (Coax) port. A Local Area ...
...of workstations (for example, IBM-compatible personal computers) and other equipment (for example, printers), connected for connecting your hub. The OfficeConnect hub uses RJ45 type connectors for the purpose of exchanging information. This guide helps you get the most out of your network...2 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 1-2 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION a stack (each hub is a network, usually in size, some are connected by more than one of its ports to break the loop. The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM has eight 10BASE-T ports and a ninth 10BASE-2 (Coax) port. A Local Area ...
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...; range are designed for : s Connecting workstations and other OfficeConnect hubs LEDs and Ports The hub features diagnostic LEDs and easy to your hub to another OfficeConnect hub s Connecting a management station to use . This chapter describes how to use your OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM to create your network, and has information on: s The hub's LEDs and ports s What you to a potential problem...
...; range are designed for : s Connecting workstations and other OfficeConnect hubs LEDs and Ports The hub features diagnostic LEDs and easy to your hub to another OfficeConnect hub s Connecting a management station to use . This chapter describes how to use your OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM to create your network, and has information on: s The hub's LEDs and ports s What you to a potential problem...
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...all your equipment. 3Com produce a range of easy to the same pins of equipment. 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... adapters, which provide your workstations with 10BASE-T connections. 2 An operating system with network support configured, running on your hub, you need: 1 10BASE-T connections for every workstation or piece of the other connector. 10BASE-T cables can use is 100 meters (...
...all your equipment. 3Com produce a range of easy to the same pins of equipment. 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... adapters, which provide your workstations with 10BASE-T connections. 2 An operating system with network support configured, running on your hub, you need: 1 10BASE-T connections for every workstation or piece of the other connector. 10BASE-T cables can use is 100 meters (...
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... provide a minimum of the other ports. Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub When installing your OfficeConnect hub, ensure: s It is not restricted. s Water or moisture cannot enter the case of heat. s One 10BASE-2 'Y' piece for each additional hub. s Cabling is away from power lines and fluorescent... Page 5 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub 2-5 In order to comply with the graphical symbol 'x'. s Air flow around the unit and through ' 10BASE-T cable for each additional hub. Hub Connections If you have been marked with the 10BASE-T standard, ports...
... provide a minimum of the other ports. Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub When installing your OfficeConnect hub, ensure: s It is not restricted. s Water or moisture cannot enter the case of heat. s One 10BASE-2 'Y' piece for each additional hub. s Cabling is away from power lines and fluorescent... Page 5 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Positioning the OfficeConnect Hub 2-5 In order to comply with the graphical symbol 'x'. s Air flow around the unit and through ' 10BASE-T cable for each additional hub. Hub Connections If you have been marked with the 10BASE-T standard, ports...
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...unit, as shown in the positions on a flat surface. Use the following method to the marked areas at each corner of the underside of your OfficeConnect units together. Large units must be stacked below small units. To remove a clip, hold the units firmly with one hand and hook the first ... 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. You can stack up to pull it in until they click into place, as shown in Figure...
...unit, as shown in the positions on a flat surface. Use the following method to the marked areas at each corner of the underside of your OfficeConnect units together. Large units must be stacked below small units. To remove a clip, hold the units firmly with one hand and hook the first ... 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. You can stack up to pull it in until they click into place, as shown in Figure...
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...Gerät benutzen. To disconnect the cable, push the connector's latch in ) apart. Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Hub WARNING: Ensure you have read the Important Safety Information section carefully before you are used for wall mounting. Fix the screws into the...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 use is within reach of the power outlet. When wall mounting your...
...Gerät benutzen. To disconnect the cable, push the connector's latch in ) apart. Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Hub WARNING: Ensure you have read the Important Safety Information section carefully before you are used for wall mounting. Fix the screws into the...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 use is within reach of the power outlet. When wall mounting your...
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...terminator (end piece). If you do not use either 10BASE-T or 10BASE-2 (Coax) to do not need more ports, simply add more OfficeConnect hubs. Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together You can increase the number of the RJ45 ports free. This causes a network loop. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 8 Tuesday..., October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 2-8 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK The hub detects all of workstations that can connect to MDIX. s With 10BASE-T ...
...terminator (end piece). If you do not use either 10BASE-T or 10BASE-2 (Coax) to do not need more ports, simply add more OfficeConnect hubs. Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together You can increase the number of the RJ45 ports free. This causes a network loop. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 8 Tuesday..., October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 2-8 CHAPTER 2: CREATING YOUR NETWORK The hub detects all of workstations that can connect to MDIX. s With 10BASE-T ...
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... other ports. To disconnect a 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable, twist each 'Y' piece with 50 Ohm terminators (end pieces). Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together 2-9 Figure 2-4 Correct Hub Connections Using 10BASE-2 (Coax) Daisy-chain each connector counter-clockwise to terminate the two free ends of your... but 'Y' pieces provide adequate clearance of the segment are properly terminated with 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable to each hub. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 9 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Connecting Hubs Using 10BASE-2 (Coax) When using 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable, it . You can use a 'Y' piece ...
... other ports. To disconnect a 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable, twist each 'Y' piece with 50 Ohm terminators (end pieces). Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs Together 2-9 Figure 2-4 Correct Hub Connections Using 10BASE-2 (Coax) Daisy-chain each connector counter-clockwise to terminate the two free ends of your... but 'Y' pieces provide adequate clearance of the segment are properly terminated with 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable to each hub. 16710.bk : CREYRNET.FRM Page 9 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Connecting Hubs Using 10BASE-2 (Coax) When using 10BASE-2 (Coax) cable, it . You can use a 'Y' piece ...
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... large or small, its management system. Each OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM is a separate manageable entity, that means you total control over your entire 3Com network from a single management station. To use graphical management system, through the hub's console port. For information on Microsoft Windows,... benefit your growing network, call your local sales office, see "3Com provides easy access to your hub using to be familiar with point and click operation. This gives you manage each OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM individually. This guide uses 'Management Station' to refer to the piece...
... large or small, its management system. Each OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM is a separate manageable entity, that means you total control over your entire 3Com network from a single management station. To use graphical management system, through the hub's console port. For information on Microsoft Windows,... benefit your growing network, call your local sales office, see "3Com provides easy access to your hub using to be familiar with point and click operation. This gives you manage each OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM individually. This guide uses 'Management Station' to refer to the piece...
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... if they can be set up by your supplier to inform them when your supplier to carry on with your work. Remote Management Service The OfficeConnect hub has a special modem dial-out feature which can act on it, leaving you to know immediately when certain problems occur, so they are offering a support...
... if they can be set up by your supplier to inform them when your supplier to carry on with your work. Remote Management Service The OfficeConnect hub has a special modem dial-out feature which can act on it, leaving you to know immediately when certain problems occur, so they are offering a support...
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...connect your management station to a new OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM without needing to Auto Config) as the default serial port. This diagram also appears on the Quick Reference Guide. 16710.bk : MANAGING.FRM Page 3 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Configuring Multiple Hubs 4-3 If you are going to manage... over the page) shows how all the hubs you are going to connect to have many OfficeConnect hubs that describes the window. This feature only works if all of the Quick ...
...connect your management station to a new OfficeConnect® Hub 8/TPM without needing to Auto Config) as the default serial port. This diagram also appears on the Quick Reference Guide. 16710.bk : MANAGING.FRM Page 3 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM Configuring Multiple Hubs 4-3 If you are going to manage... over the page) shows how all the hubs you are going to connect to have many OfficeConnect hubs that describes the window. This feature only works if all of the Quick ...
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... or zoom view windows that are : s security - 16710.bk : MANAGING.FRM Page 6 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 4-6 CHAPTER 4: MANAGING YOUR HUB USING QUICK CONFIG MANAGER Accessing the Hub The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM uses community strings as shown in Figure 4-2. 3 Enter the community string in the box. 4 Click on the Quick Config Manager icon to...
... or zoom view windows that are : s security - 16710.bk : MANAGING.FRM Page 6 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 4-6 CHAPTER 4: MANAGING YOUR HUB USING QUICK CONFIG MANAGER Accessing the Hub The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM uses community strings as shown in Figure 4-2. 3 Enter the community string in the box. 4 Click on the Quick Config Manager icon to...
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... what you set up your security depends on page 4-25. 3Com's security is very advanced but easy to do. 16710.bk : MANAGING.FRM Page 28 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 4-28 CHAPTER 4: MANAGING YOUR HUB USING QUICK CONFIG MANAGER Hub Security The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM provides flexible communication between your network from unwanted communications. It...
... what you set up your security depends on page 4-25. 3Com's security is very advanced but easy to do. 16710.bk : MANAGING.FRM Page 28 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 4-28 CHAPTER 4: MANAGING YOUR HUB USING QUICK CONFIG MANAGER Hub Security The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM provides flexible communication between your network from unwanted communications. It...
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...which you to other . Any stackable products, for individual ports. If you set up parameters and examine statistics for example 3Com's SuperStack® range, can manage the hub using VT100: s Repeater - Each unit remains a separate repeater regardless of how it at Port level, you manage at... managing or viewing the hub. Therefore, managing the hub at Repeater level is the same as a whole. If you manage at Repeater level, you are managing or viewing the device as managing it is connected to manage individual users or small workgroups. 3Com's OfficeConnect® range can be...
...which you to other . Any stackable products, for individual ports. If you set up parameters and examine statistics for example 3Com's SuperStack® range, can manage the hub using VT100: s Repeater - Each unit remains a separate repeater regardless of how it at Port level, you manage at... managing or viewing the hub. Therefore, managing the hub at Repeater level is the same as a whole. If you manage at Repeater level, you are managing or viewing the device as managing it is connected to manage individual users or small workgroups. 3Com's OfficeConnect® range can be...
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... as shown in milliseconds between the time the last frame was sent to the target device and the time a response was received by the hub. This may need to an IP/IPX-based network management application if there is no reply is no response within a few seconds, no response.... 16710.bk : MANVT100.FRM Page 20 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 5-20 CHAPTER 5: ADDITIONAL MANAGEMENT USING VT100 The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM must have an IP or IPX address configured for the frame. Figure 5-13 Status Screen Target Address Enter the IP or IPX address of the...
... as shown in milliseconds between the time the last frame was sent to the target device and the time a response was received by the hub. This may need to an IP/IPX-based network management application if there is no reply is no response within a few seconds, no response.... 16710.bk : MANVT100.FRM Page 20 Tuesday, October 7, 1997 11:38 AM 5-20 CHAPTER 5: ADDITIONAL MANAGEMENT USING VT100 The OfficeConnect Hub 8/TPM must have an IP or IPX address configured for the frame. Figure 5-13 Status Screen Target Address Enter the IP or IPX address of the...