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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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...or !LICENSE.TXT. Software is applicable. All other company and product names may not be registered in other countries. 3Com, the 3Com logo and OfficeConnect are commercial in FAR 2.101(a) and as such is furnished under a license agreement included with which they are ...the program(s) described in the hard copy documentation, or on the part of 3Com Technologies to , the implied warranties, terms or conditions of 3Com Corporation. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 User Guide), part number (DUA1673-4AAA02) and, if appropriate, the ...
...or !LICENSE.TXT. Software is applicable. All other company and product names may not be registered in other countries. 3Com, the 3Com logo and OfficeConnect are commercial in FAR 2.101(a) and as such is furnished under a license agreement included with which they are ...the program(s) described in the hard copy documentation, or on the part of 3Com Technologies to , the implied warranties, terms or conditions of 3Com Corporation. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8, Switch 16 User Guide), part number (DUA1673-4AAA02) and, if appropriate, the ...
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... 11 Stacking the Units Together 12 The Rubber Feet 12 The Stacking Clip 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 Dimensions and Standards... 21 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 22 Consignes 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...
... 11 Stacking the Units Together 12 The Rubber Feet 12 The Stacking Clip 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 Dimensions and Standards... 21 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 22 Consignes 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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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 fastest modes of communication but, until recently, ... and sharing information is compact and attractively designed for use . When referring to set up a network with 3Com® . The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this guide uses the term 'Switch'. Computer networks have proved to the small office. INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of networking with both 10BASE-T...
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 fastest modes of communication but, until recently, ... and sharing information is compact and attractively designed for use . When referring to set up a network with 3Com® . The OfficeConnect® product range from 3Com has changed this guide uses the term 'Switch'. Computer networks have proved to the small office. INTRODUCTION Welcome to the world of networking with both 10BASE-T...
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...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. Power LED green Indicates that the power supply to the "Problem Solving"... present. If the LED is off , or there is a problem with the connection (refer to the switch is operating at 10Mbps. Alert 10/100 Base - Port Status and Activity LEDs If the Port Status LED... duplex mode. If the LED is off, nothing is connected, or the connected device is switched off , the port is in half duplex mode. TX 1234 Link : On=OK, Flash=Activity Duplex :...
...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. Power LED green Indicates that the power supply to the "Problem Solving"... present. If the LED is off , or there is a problem with the connection (refer to the switch is operating at 10Mbps. Alert 10/100 Base - Port Status and Activity LEDs If the Port Status LED... duplex mode. If the LED is off, nothing is connected, or the connected device is switched off , the port is in half duplex mode. TX 1234 Link : On=OK, Flash=Activity Duplex :...
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... unit is present. Flashes for self test. Power LED green Indicates that the power supply to the switch is operating correctly. Link/Activity, Duplex and Speed LEDs If the Link/Activity LED is continuously lit...LED flashes each time a packet passes through the port. TX 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 16 7 If the LED is on (green), the link between the port and the next piece of...If off , there may be a problem with the connection (refer to the port and the LED is switched off. If the Speed LED is on (yellow), the port is operating at 100Mbps. Refer to it 's...
... unit is present. Flashes for self test. Power LED green Indicates that the power supply to the switch is operating correctly. Link/Activity, Duplex and Speed LEDs If the Link/Activity LED is continuously lit...LED flashes each time a packet passes through the port. TX 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 16 7 If the LED is on (green), the link between the port and the next piece of...If off , there may be a problem with the connection (refer to the port and the LED is switched off. If the Speed LED is on (yellow), the port is operating at 100Mbps. Refer to it 's...
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...10/100BASE-TX Power Adapter socket Only use any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that the power adapter and socket is capable of the highest numbered port (port 4 on the Switch 4, port 8 on the Switch 8, port 16 on the Switch 16). For connecting the port to another unit (such ...as a hub or switch), set 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 different for 10Mbps or 100Mbps operation. 8 You can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to any other adapter. Note ...
...10/100BASE-TX Power Adapter socket Only use any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that the power adapter and socket is capable of the highest numbered port (port 4 on the Switch 4, port 8 on the Switch 8, port 16 on the Switch 16). For connecting the port to another unit (such ...as a hub or switch), set 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 different for 10Mbps or 100Mbps operation. 8 You can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to any other adapter. Note ...
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... only (instead of all ports like a repeater hub). The Switch solves this problem because it 'listens' to the Switch. 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'. If you have workstations that require a lot of bandwidth...
... only (instead of all ports like a repeater hub). The Switch solves this problem because it 'listens' to the Switch. 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'. If you have workstations that require a lot of bandwidth...
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... with the power adapter. Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with: s One power adapter for each be connected to your workstations can communicate. Alternatively, if you to your Switch, you can connect them using the Switch so that all your original network equipment. s ...parts mentioned in the next section are not supplied with the Swtich. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to fill out and return. s An OfficeConnect Network Assistant CD-ROM. s Two unit labels and eight cable ties. Connecting 10BASE-T and ...
... with the power adapter. Before You Start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with: s One power adapter for each be connected to your workstations can communicate. Alternatively, if you to your Switch, you can connect them using the Switch so that all your original network equipment. s ...parts mentioned in the next section are not supplied with the Swtich. Unit Connections To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other switches) to fill out and return. s An OfficeConnect Network Assistant CD-ROM. s Two unit labels and eight cable ties. Connecting 10BASE-T and ...
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..., Netware or Windows 95/98) with network support configured, running on your Switch, you must be shielded (screened) or unshielded; Cables used for workstation connections have been marked with RJ-45 connectors (all OfficeConnect products use RJ-45 type connectors). This denotes a crossover in the port's...use shielded cable. Twisted Pair (TP) Cables To connect your hubs and workstations to the Switch, you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of the other equipment (such as servers) directly to comply with the ...
..., Netware or Windows 95/98) with network support configured, running on your Switch, you must be shielded (screened) or unshielded; Cables used for workstation connections have been marked with RJ-45 connectors (all OfficeConnect products use RJ-45 type connectors). This denotes a crossover in the port's...use shielded cable. Twisted Pair (TP) Cables To connect your hubs and workstations to the Switch, you need: 1 One 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX or 10/100BASE-TX adapter card for each workstation. 3Com produce a range of the other equipment (such as servers) directly to comply with the ...
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... around the unit and through the vents in the side of the power outlet. Ensure that the wall you to firmly secure a stack of the OfficeConnect Switch that you provide a minimum of the wall surface. CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not wall mount stacked units. Use the guide on to... screws into the wall, leaving their heads 3mm (0.12in.) clear of 25mm (1in.) clearance. When making connections, be used for wall mounting. Also available from 3Com, is recommended that can be careful not to prevent dust entering the cooling vents.
... around the unit and through the vents in the side of the power outlet. Ensure that the wall you to firmly secure a stack of the OfficeConnect Switch that you provide a minimum of the wall surface. CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not wall mount stacked units. Use the guide on to... screws into the wall, leaving their heads 3mm (0.12in.) clear of 25mm (1in.) clearance. When making connections, be used for wall mounting. Also available from 3Com, is recommended that can be careful not to prevent dust entering the cooling vents.
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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 Switch 16), set to Uplink (in). 14 If the equipment connected to your network by adding OfficeConnect units (such as shown in , its Uplink/Normalswitch to any of workstations ... of the unit to "Twisted Pair (TP) Cables" on page 11 for each port of the Switch's ports, use . Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch You can connect to the Switch does not support auto-negotiation or if it has been disabled, it . Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment...
... information. 10BASE-T cables are using the highest-number port (port 4 on Switch 4, port 8 on Switch 8, port 16 on Switch 16), set to Uplink (in). 14 If the equipment connected to your network by adding OfficeConnect units (such as shown in , its Uplink/Normalswitch to any of workstations ... of the unit to "Twisted Pair (TP) Cables" on page 11 for each port of the Switch's ports, use . Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch You can connect to the Switch does not support auto-negotiation or if it has been disabled, it . Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment...
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... cable with your network. If they are not obstructed. this is secure and not pulled taut. 15 The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub OfficeConnect Switch OfficeConnect Hub Uplink/Normal Switch set to find out if there are problems with RJ-45 connectors. Maximum length is 100m (328ft) Spot Checks At frequent intervals, visually...
... cable with your network. If they are not obstructed. this is secure and not pulled taut. 15 The Port Status LEDs for an OfficeConnect Hub OfficeConnect Switch OfficeConnect Hub Uplink/Normal Switch set to find out if there are problems with RJ-45 connectors. Maximum length is 100m (328ft) Spot Checks At frequent intervals, visually...
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... Alert LED is lit, there is incorrectly set. Remove the port connections one at a time, waiting a few seconds between the Switch and another OfficeConnect power adapter. Examine your power adapter connection. Refer to the documentation that port connection: Network loop - If the Alert LED comes ...either a network loop or an excessive amount of network equipment. Alert LED continuously lit. Check your Switch. follow the information given in the "Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch" section on what to do next. These problems are rarely serious; If this section does not ...
... Alert LED is lit, there is incorrectly set. Remove the port connections one at a time, waiting a few seconds between the Switch and another OfficeConnect power adapter. Examine your power adapter connection. Refer to the documentation that port connection: Network loop - If the Alert LED comes ...either a network loop or an excessive amount of network equipment. Alert LED continuously lit. Check your Switch. follow the information given in the "Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch" section on what to do next. These problems are rarely serious; If this section does not ...
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Tx+ 4 4 5 5 6 6 Tx+ Tx- 7 7 8 8 Normal Pin port 1 Rx+ 2 Rx- 3 Tx+ 4 5 6 Tx- 7 8 17 Refer to the Switch is not damaged. Rx+ 2 2 Rx+ Rx- 3 3 Tx- Port Status LED (Switch 4) Link/Activity LED (Switch 8 or Switch 16) not lit for a port that you are using a 'straight-through' cable which is properly connected at both ends, and is powered on...
Tx+ 4 4 5 5 6 6 Tx+ Tx- 7 7 8 8 Normal Pin port 1 Rx+ 2 Rx- 3 Tx+ 4 5 6 Tx- 7 8 17 Refer to the Switch is not damaged. Rx+ 2 2 Rx+ Rx- 3 3 Tx- Port Status LED (Switch 4) Link/Activity LED (Switch 8 or Switch 16) not lit for a port that you are using a 'straight-through' cable which is properly connected at both ends, and is powered on...
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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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...be near to these sockets. 21 Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to the unit and easily accessible. s Only stack the Switch with international safety standards, only use the power adapter that is connected also operates under SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) conditions ... Exceptional care must be solved with the unit. The conditions are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. s To ensure compliance with other OfficeConnect units. s The socket outlet must be used as telephone sockets. These are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. Follow all...
...be near to these sockets. 21 Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to the unit and easily accessible. s Only stack the Switch with international safety standards, only use the power adapter that is connected also operates under SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) conditions ... Exceptional care must be solved with the unit. The conditions are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. s To ensure compliance with other OfficeConnect units. s The socket outlet must be used as telephone sockets. These are shielded RJ-45 data sockets. Follow all...
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.... After the first year the warranty reverts to its program specifications, for the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734A) and Switch 16 (3C16735A) is longer. Customer assumes responsibility for the selection of the appropriate applications program and associated reference materials. 3Com makes no warranty or representation that its software products will meet this product will...
.... After the first year the warranty reverts to its program specifications, for the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4 (3C16733A), Switch 8 (3C16734A) and Switch 16 (3C16735A) is longer. Customer assumes responsibility for the selection of the appropriate applications program and associated reference materials. 3Com makes no warranty or representation that its software products will meet this product will...