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... time to make improvements or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT. To qualify for the Software. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 plus, Switch 8 plus, Switch 16 plus User Guide), part number (DUA1679-0AAA03) and if appropriate, the page number. 2 The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc. 3Com...
... time to make improvements or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in a directory file named LICENSE.TXT or !LICENSE.TXT. To qualify for the Software. Please include the document title (OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 plus, Switch 8 plus, Switch 16 plus User Guide), part number (DUA1679-0AAA03) and if appropriate, the page number. 2 The OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switches are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc. 3Com...
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... Network 5 Dual Speed Switch 5 plus-Front 5 Dual Speed Switch 8 plus-Front 6 Dual Speed Switch 16 plus-Front 7 Dual Speed Switch 16 plus-Rear 8 How the Switch Can Be Used 9 Switching 9 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 10 Before You start 10 Unit Connections 10 Worksation Connections 10 Twisted Pair (TP) Cables 10 Stacking the Units Together 11 The Rubber Feet 11 The Stacking Clip 11 Positioning Your Switch 12 Securing...
... Network 5 Dual Speed Switch 5 plus-Front 5 Dual Speed Switch 8 plus-Front 6 Dual Speed Switch 16 plus-Front 7 Dual Speed Switch 16 plus-Rear 8 How the Switch Can Be Used 9 Switching 9 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 10 Before You start 10 Unit Connections 10 Worksation Connections 10 Twisted Pair (TP) Cables 10 Stacking the Units Together 11 The Rubber Feet 11 The Stacking Clip 11 Positioning Your Switch 12 Securing...
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... guide will use the term 'Switch' when referring to be one of the fastest modes of communication but until recently, only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. Figure 1 Small Network with OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch plus (3C16792) allows your network to be contained effectively, reducing the overall load without affecting access to set up a network with 3Com® . The Switch is part of the OfficeConnect range which...
... guide will use the term 'Switch' when referring to be one of the fastest modes of communication but until recently, only large businesses could afford the networking advantage. Figure 1 Small Network with OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch plus (3C16792) allows your network to be contained effectively, reducing the overall load without affecting access to set up a network with 3Com® . The Switch is part of the OfficeConnect range which...
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...adapter. 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable with RJ-45 connectors. ces prises. Each port is supplied with Entweder geschützte oder ungeschützte Buchsen shielded or unshielded jacks can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to these data sockets. or Netztelefone an diese Steckdosen anschließen. Dual Speed Switch 16 plus-Rear Power Adapter socket Only use... any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation. You can be connected to a ...
...adapter. 10/100BASE-TX ports Use suitable TP cable with RJ-45 connectors. ces prises. Each port is supplied with Entweder geschützte oder ungeschützte Buchsen shielded or unshielded jacks can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to these data sockets. or Netztelefone an diese Steckdosen anschließen. Dual Speed Switch 16 plus-Rear Power Adapter socket Only use... any workstation or OfficeConnect hub that is capable of auto-negotiating for 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps operation. You can be connected to a ...
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... the destination of all ports like a repeater hub). If you have a built in feature to the network and automatically learns what workstations can be useful, for example, during excessive loads when one type of unnecessary traffic that can result in Figure 2). Figure 2 The Switch Separates Your Network and Controls the Information Effectively 9 This operation is called 'switching'. The Switch is not passed...
... the destination of all ports like a repeater hub). If you have a built in feature to the network and automatically learns what workstations can be useful, for example, during excessive loads when one type of unnecessary traffic that can result in Figure 2). Figure 2 The Switch Separates Your Network and Controls the Information Effectively 9 This operation is called 'switching'. The Switch is not passed...
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... network. Cables used for each unit. Before You start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch plus comes with network support configured, running on your workstations. 3 One suitable twisted pair cable for 100BASE-TX connections must be shielded (screened) or unshielded; If you have both types of easy to install network adapters, which provide your workstation with a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection. 3 2 1 2 An operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows...
... network. Cables used for each unit. Before You start Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch plus comes with network support configured, running on your workstations. 3 One suitable twisted pair cable for 100BASE-TX connections must be shielded (screened) or unshielded; If you have both types of easy to install network adapters, which provide your workstation with a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection. 3 2 1 2 An operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows...
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...3Com, is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy. Use the guide on the underside of the OfficeConnect Switch that the wall you mount the Switch with the LEDs facing upwards to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. We recommend you to firmly secure a stack of the power outlet. When making connections, be used for Switch...two slots on page 30 and 31 to use is the OfficeConnect Mounting Unit (part number 3C16765). Positioning Your Switch When installing your Switch, ensure: I Air flow around the unit and through the vents in a rack. When in line, gently push the unit on to the ...
...3Com, is smooth, flat, dry and sturdy. Use the guide on the underside of the OfficeConnect Switch that the wall you mount the Switch with the LEDs facing upwards to prevent dust entering the cooling vents. We recommend you to firmly secure a stack of the power outlet. When making connections, be used for Switch...two slots on page 30 and 31 to use is the OfficeConnect Mounting Unit (part number 3C16765). Positioning Your Switch When installing your Switch, ensure: I Air flow around the unit and through the vents in a rack. When in line, gently push the unit on to the ...
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... will then 'Auto negotiate' to determine the fastest possible link speed between power cycles. 10BASE-T cables are powered, the Switch will automtically detect whether a 'straight ' or 'Crossover' cable is being used and will be configured to operate in and remove it into the relevant RJ-45 port. When a TP cable is fully in the LED's on quickly. You can connect to your network immediately. Connecting OfficeConnect Units to...
... will then 'Auto negotiate' to determine the fastest possible link speed between power cycles. 10BASE-T cables are powered, the Switch will automtically detect whether a 'straight ' or 'Crossover' cable is being used and will be configured to operate in and remove it into the relevant RJ-45 port. When a TP cable is fully in the LED's on quickly. You can connect to your network immediately. Connecting OfficeConnect Units to...
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... have used in any Switch port to make the connection to find out if there are problems with OfficeConnect products. this is secure and not pulled taut. Instead the product has an automatic MDI / MDIX (Media Dependant Interface) feature, which wiring practice has been followed and will compensate accordingly. Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your units, power on . I Cabling...
... have used in any Switch port to make the connection to find out if there are problems with OfficeConnect products. this is secure and not pulled taut. Instead the product has an automatic MDI / MDIX (Media Dependant Interface) feature, which wiring practice has been followed and will compensate accordingly. Checking Unit Connections When you have connected all your units, power on . I Cabling...
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... and solving possible problems with the Switch. These problems are rarely serious; the cause is the case, connect one on what to pages 5, 6 and 7 'Creating your network. The port status LED should turn the Alert LED on . The Duplex LED may or may not have a faulty power adapter which needs replacing with your power adapter connection. Check the following symptoms and solutions: Power LED not lit. Do not use any other equipment...
... and solving possible problems with the Switch. These problems are rarely serious; the cause is the case, connect one on what to pages 5, 6 and 7 'Creating your network. The port status LED should turn the Alert LED on . The Duplex LED may or may not have a faulty power adapter which needs replacing with your power adapter connection. Check the following symptoms and solutions: Power LED not lit. Do not use any other equipment...
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... bandwidth than a single site. It operates at any one time (information capacity) measured in bits per second). A segment is a type of LAN that use the network heavily are connected to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet. Workstations or applications that runs up to each other equipment send to all devices). A network loop occurs when two pieces of network equipment are referred to the Ethernet protocol...
... bandwidth than a single site. It operates at any one time (information capacity) measured in bits per second). A segment is a type of LAN that use the network heavily are connected to 10 times faster than standard Ethernet. Workstations or applications that runs up to each other equipment send to all devices). A network loop occurs when two pieces of network equipment are referred to the Ethernet protocol...
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... you have a physical problem with the unit that cannot be taken during installation and removal of the unit. I This unit operates under SELV conditions. Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to the unit and easily accessible. I The socket outlet must be used as telephone sockets. I There are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING...
... you have a physical problem with the unit that cannot be taken during installation and removal of the unit. I This unit operates under SELV conditions. Only connect RJ-45 data connectors to the unit and easily accessible. I The socket outlet must be used as telephone sockets. I There are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable parts inside the Switch. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING...
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... Wide Web at time of services. For the most 3Com products. 24 I World Wide Web site. TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3Com provides easy access to technical support information through the following online systems: I 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services. Information contained in this URL into your Internet browser: http://www.3com.com/ This service provides access to online support information such as technical documentation and software, as well as support options that you access the 3Com...
... Wide Web at time of services. For the most 3Com products. 24 I World Wide Web site. TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3Com provides easy access to technical support information through the following online systems: I 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services. Information contained in this URL into your Internet browser: http://www.3com.com/ This service provides access to online support information such as technical documentation and software, as well as support options that you access the 3Com...
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... a variety of services, including network planning, installation, hardware maintenance, application training, and support services. If you contact your network supplier for assistance, have the following information ready: I Product model name, part number, and serial number. To find out more about recent configuration changes, if applicable. 25 I A list of system hardware and software, including revision levels. When you . I Diagnostic error messages. I Diagnostic error messages. Many suppliers are authorized 3Com service partners who...
... a variety of services, including network planning, installation, hardware maintenance, application training, and support services. If you contact your network supplier for assistance, have the following information ready: I Product model name, part number, and serial number. To find out more about recent configuration changes, if applicable. 25 I A list of system hardware and software, including revision levels. When you . I Diagnostic error messages. I Diagnostic error messages. Many suppliers are authorized 3Com service partners who...
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... purchase, and this 90 days of Customer's product purchase. ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Telephone Support. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY 3Com OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 plus, Switch 8 plus, Switch 16 plus (3C16792) is lifetime, including the power adapter. Products returned to 3Com's Corporate Service Center must submit a registration card or register on , or integrated with installation, product specific configuration, and identification of the initial warranty period, whichever is longer...
... purchase, and this 90 days of Customer's product purchase. ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Telephone Support. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY 3Com OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 plus, Switch 8 plus, Switch 16 plus (3C16792) is lifetime, including the power adapter. Products returned to 3Com's Corporate Service Center must submit a registration card or register on , or integrated with installation, product specific configuration, and identification of the initial warranty period, whichever is longer...
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... IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. 3COM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER'S OR ANY THIRD PERSON'S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO OPEN, REPAIR OR...
... IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. 3COM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER'S OR ANY THIRD PERSON'S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO OPEN, REPAIR OR...
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... operation ensures no configuration or management necessary • Auto MDI/MDIX on every and front panel diagnostic LEDs provide easy at-a-glance network status information. Part of connection requirements, from Gigabit only offerings future-proofed for businesses upgrading to exchange large data files and images, and access real-time information. OfficeConnect switches are supported by a 3 Year Hardware Warranty with an integrated gigabit port, and 5 or 8 port gigabit switches. Easy to Install and Maintain...
... operation ensures no configuration or management necessary • Auto MDI/MDIX on every and front panel diagnostic LEDs provide easy at-a-glance network status information. Part of connection requirements, from Gigabit only offerings future-proofed for businesses upgrading to exchange large data files and images, and access real-time information. OfficeConnect switches are supported by a 3 Year Hardware Warranty with an integrated gigabit port, and 5 or 8 port gigabit switches. Easy to Install and Maintain...
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...10003; Network Diagram Server 3GCiogmab® iOt SffwicietcChon5nect® Server 3Com Dual SOpfefeicdeCSownitncehct16 Power User 3SCwoimtchO8ffiwceitChoGnnigeacbtit Uplink PCs PCs Gigabit link 10/100 link 2 FREEDOM TO CHOOSE A BETTER NETWORK 10/100 ports 10/100/1000 ports Buffer memory LED indicators aNdod.resMsAeCs MDI/MDIX Silent (no fan) FCC Class B sEuxptpelrynal power 3WaYreraarntHyardware 3COM® OFFICECONNECT® SWITCHES DATA SHEET 3Com OfficeConnect Switches at a glance PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3Com OfficeConnect 8 Switch 8 with Gigabit Uplink 3Com OfficeConnect...
...10003; Network Diagram Server 3GCiogmab® iOt SffwicietcChon5nect® Server 3Com Dual SOpfefeicdeCSownitncehct16 Power User 3SCwoimtchO8ffiwceitChoGnnigeacbtit Uplink PCs PCs Gigabit link 10/100 link 2 FREEDOM TO CHOOSE A BETTER NETWORK 10/100 ports 10/100/1000 ports Buffer memory LED indicators aNdod.resMsAeCs MDI/MDIX Silent (no fan) FCC Class B sEuxptpelrynal power 3WaYreraarntHyardware 3COM® OFFICECONNECT® SWITCHES DATA SHEET 3Com OfficeConnect Switches at a glance PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3Com OfficeConnect 8 Switch 8 with Gigabit Uplink 3Com OfficeConnect...
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... that real-time applications (such as voice and video) take priority so they can run effectively, even during bursts of high traffic load Eliminates most common cabling problems, whether the port is connected to a server, PC, or another switch or hub Provides complete peace of mind OfficeConnect LED Indicators Power LED (Green) Indicates that link. OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 8 As this front view of the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 8 illustrates...
... that real-time applications (such as voice and video) take priority so they can run effectively, even during bursts of high traffic load Eliminates most common cabling problems, whether the port is connected to a server, PC, or another switch or hub Provides complete peace of mind OfficeConnect LED Indicators Power LED (Green) Indicates that link. OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 8 As this front view of the OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 8 illustrates...
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.../05 Specifications and other company and product names may be trademarks of 3Com Corporation. All rights reserved. 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of their respective companies. All other information in ) Weight: 600 g (1.3 lb) Power: 8.5 Watts Ordering Information PRODUCT DESCRIPTION OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 8 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 16 OfficeConnect Switch 5 OfficeConnect Switch 8 OfficeConnect Gigabit Switch 5 OfficeConnect Gigabit Switch 8 OfficeConnect Switch 8 with Gigabit...
.../05 Specifications and other company and product names may be trademarks of 3Com Corporation. All rights reserved. 3Com and the 3Com logo are registered trademarks of their respective companies. All other information in ) Weight: 600 g (1.3 lb) Power: 8.5 Watts Ordering Information PRODUCT DESCRIPTION OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 5 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 8 OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 16 OfficeConnect Switch 5 OfficeConnect Switch 8 OfficeConnect Gigabit Switch 5 OfficeConnect Gigabit Switch 8 OfficeConnect Switch 8 with Gigabit...