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...a service mark of any legend provided on paper that comes from time to the following: All technical data and computer software are provided in 3Com's standard commercial license for making the pulp has a reduced AOX level (adsorbable organic halogen) resulting in DFAR 252.227-... recyclable. The production process for the Software. All rights reserved. If there is any software on removable media described in this documentation, it is printed on any time. All other countries. 3Com, the 3Com logo, Net Age, SmartAgent, SuperStack and Transcend are associated. You agree not...
...a service mark of any legend provided on paper that comes from time to the following: All technical data and computer software are provided in 3Com's standard commercial license for making the pulp has a reduced AOX level (adsorbable organic halogen) resulting in DFAR 252.227-... recyclable. The production process for the Software. All rights reserved. If there is any software on removable media described in this documentation, it is printed on any time. All other countries. 3Com, the 3Com logo, Net Age, SmartAgent, SuperStack and Transcend are associated. You agree not...
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...www.3com.com/ If you need to install and use with both Switch 3300 models: s 3C16980 - 24 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports s 3C16981 - 12 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports All pictures and example screens show the 24-port model, however, all the information you want to change the way the Switch works using management software, ... setting up network equipment; Most user guides and release notes are available in the release notes that are responsible for use a SuperStack® II Switch 3300 unit with your product differs from the information in this guide, follow the instructions in the release notes.
...www.3com.com/ If you need to install and use with both Switch 3300 models: s 3C16980 - 24 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports s 3C16981 - 12 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports All pictures and example screens show the 24-port model, however, all the information you want to change the way the Switch works using management software, ... setting up network equipment; Most user guides and release notes are available in the release notes that are responsible for use a SuperStack® II Switch 3300 unit with your product differs from the information in this guide, follow the instructions in the release notes.
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... known problems. s SuperStack II Switch Help This help provides information about the current software release, including new features, modifications, and known problems. s SuperStack II Switch README File This file provides information about the web interface software of the installation information for the Switch. It is defined in italics Description Italics are used to this guide, each Switch 3300 document set includes...
... known problems. s SuperStack II Switch Help This help provides information about the current software release, including new features, modifications, and known problems. s SuperStack II Switch README File This file provides information about the web interface software of the installation information for the Switch. It is defined in italics Description Italics are used to this guide, each Switch 3300 document set includes...
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... software features of products, you can combine it with a 100Mbps backbone or server connection, and connects power users to the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide" (DUA1695-0BAA0x). 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 About the SuperStack II Switch 3300 The SuperStack® II Switch 3300 connects your existing 10Mbps devices, connects high-performance workgroups with any SuperStack II system as part of the 3Com SuperStack II range of the Switch...
... software features of products, you can combine it with a 100Mbps backbone or server connection, and connects power users to the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide" (DUA1695-0BAA0x). 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 About the SuperStack II Switch 3300 The SuperStack® II Switch 3300 connects your existing 10Mbps devices, connects high-performance workgroups with any SuperStack II system as part of the 3Com SuperStack II range of the Switch...
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... LEDs Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received on the Expansion Module port(s). Green flashing The Switch is either downloading software or is present. Power/Self Test LED Green The Switch is enabled. 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Table 3 LED behavior LED Color Indicates Port Status LEDs* Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received...
... LEDs Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received on the Expansion Module port(s). Green flashing The Switch is either downloading software or is present. Power/Self Test LED Green The Switch is enabled. 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Table 3 LED behavior LED Color Indicates Port Status LEDs* Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received...
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... you re-configure the stack-wide features on both units For more information about management software, see "Managing the Switch" on page 32. 26 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH Stacking Units Units in the Switch 1100/3300 family can be rack-mounted or free-standing; They can be stacked together and then treated as a... with one end of the Matrix Cable to the matrix port of the top Switch, and the other end to the matrix port of the lower Switch 4 If you choose to have the same version of management software s Ensure that Matrix Cables are 1m (3.28ft) long. 3 As shown in Figure 8, ...
... you re-configure the stack-wide features on both units For more information about management software, see "Managing the Switch" on page 32. 26 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH Stacking Units Units in the Switch 1100/3300 family can be rack-mounted or free-standing; They can be stacked together and then treated as a... with one end of the Matrix Cable to the matrix port of the top Switch, and the other end to the matrix port of the lower Switch 4 If you choose to have the same version of management software s Ensure that Matrix Cables are 1m (3.28ft) long. 3 As shown in Figure 8, ...
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Figure 9 A stack of management software s Ensure that you re-configure the stack-wide features on all the units For more information about management software, see "Managing the Switch" on page 32. 28 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH 5 If you use the management software of the units: s Ensure that all the units have the same version of units with a Matrix Module
Figure 9 A stack of management software s Ensure that you re-configure the stack-wide features on all the units For more information about management software, see "Managing the Switch" on page 32. 28 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH 5 If you use the management software of the units: s Ensure that all the units have the same version of units with a Matrix Module
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...problems and suggested solutions. s The connection uses cross-over cable if you may need to remove the Module, or upgrade the management software used by LEDs Problem Suggested Solution A Power LED does not light Check that : s All connections are linking a 10BASE-T or... of an internal problem. For information about solving problems when managing the Switch, refer to the supply outlet. You may have a Matrix Module installed into the relevant Switch unit. Management software in the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide" (DUA1695-0BAA0x). If the connection is secure and there ...
...problems and suggested solutions. s The connection uses cross-over cable if you may need to remove the Module, or upgrade the management software used by LEDs Problem Suggested Solution A Power LED does not light Check that : s All connections are linking a 10BASE-T or... of an internal problem. For information about solving problems when managing the Switch, refer to the supply outlet. You may have a Matrix Module installed into the relevant Switch unit. Management software in the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide" (DUA1695-0BAA0x). If the connection is secure and there ...
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For information on managing the Switch using the management software, refer to change and monitor the way it , you to the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide" (part number DUA1695-0BAA0x). This management software is not required to get the Switch working, but if you do use it works. 32 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH Managing the Switch The Switch contains software that allows you may improve the efficiency of the Switch and therefore improve the overall performance of your network.
For information on managing the Switch using the management software, refer to change and monitor the way it , you to the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide" (part number DUA1695-0BAA0x). This management software is not required to get the Switch working, but if you do use it works. 32 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH Managing the Switch The Switch contains software that allows you may improve the efficiency of the Switch and therefore improve the overall performance of your network.
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.../ This service provides access to online support information such as technical documentation and software, as well as support options that you access the 3Com Corporation World Wide Web site. This appendix describes these services. D TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3Com provides easy access to technical support information through the following online systems: s World Wide Web site...
.../ This service provides access to online support information such as technical documentation and software, as well as support options that you access the 3Com Corporation World Wide Web site. This appendix describes these services. D TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3Com provides easy access to technical support information through the following online systems: s World Wide Web site...
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... need a user name and password with Web browser software such as Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer. 3Com Bulletin Board Service The 3Com BBS contains patches, software, and drivers for 3Com products. 46 APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3Com FTP Site Download drivers, patches, software, and MIBs across the Internet from the 3Com public FTP site. This service is available 24...
... need a user name and password with Web browser software such as Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer. 3Com Bulletin Board Service The 3Com BBS contains patches, software, and drivers for 3Com products. 46 APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORT 3Com FTP Site Download drivers, patches, software, and MIBs across the Internet from the 3Com public FTP site. This service is available 24...
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...provide a variety of system hardware and software, including revision levels s Diagnostic error messages s Details about your support options, call the following section on 3Com products 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Support from 3Com If you are unable to contact 3Com. To find out more about recent ... from Your Network Supplier If you . Support from Your Network Supplier 47 Access by Digital Modem ISDN users can dial in to the 3Com BBS using a digital modem for assistance, have the following information ready: s Product model name, part number, and serial number s ...
...provide a variety of system hardware and software, including revision levels s Diagnostic error messages s Details about your support options, call the following section on 3Com products 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Support from 3Com If you are unable to contact 3Com. To find out more about recent ... from Your Network Supplier If you . Support from Your Network Supplier 47 Access by Digital Modem ISDN users can dial in to the 3Com BBS using a digital modem for assistance, have the following information ready: s Product model name, part number, and serial number s ...
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...and Middle East From the following information ready: s Product model name, part number, and serial number s A list of system hardware and software, including revision levels s Diagnostic error messages s Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable Here is a list of China Singapore S. 48 ...APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORT When you contact 3Com for assistance, have the following countries, you may use the toll-free numbers: Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany Hungary Ireland ...
...and Middle East From the following information ready: s Product model name, part number, and serial number s A list of system hardware and software, including revision levels s Diagnostic error messages s Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable Here is a list of China Singapore S. 48 ...APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SUPPORT When you contact 3Com for assistance, have the following countries, you may use the toll-free numbers: Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany Hungary Ireland ...
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... IETF standard protocol for the interconnection of the most well-known protocols developed for managing devices on an TCP/IP network. switch A device that interconnects several LANs to form a single logical LAN that they connect more LANs than a bridge and are...protocol that is stored by a switch to be forwarded. STP See Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Switches are generally more sophisticated. Switch Database A database that provides a virtual terminal service, letting a user log into another computer system and access a device as software upgrades) from a remote device ...
... IETF standard protocol for the interconnection of the most well-known protocols developed for managing devices on an TCP/IP network. switch A device that interconnects several LANs to form a single logical LAN that they connect more LANs than a bridge and are...protocol that is stored by a switch to be forwarded. STP See Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Switches are generally more sophisticated. Switch Database A database that provides a virtual terminal service, letting a user log into another computer system and access a device as software upgrades) from a remote device ...
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...3Com URL 45 3ComFacts 47 A auto-negotiating ports 13 B bulletin board service 46 C cable choosing the correct 30 Matrix 16 maximum length 13, 21 pin-outs 39 console port 16 conventions notice icons, About This Guide 8 text, About This Guide 8 cross-over configuration 13, 30 E Ethernet address of the Switch 15 management software... 32 managing the Switch 32 Matrix Cable 16 Matrix Module 16 Matrix Module slot 16 matrix port 16 MDI configuration 30 MDIX configuration ...
...3Com URL 45 3ComFacts 47 A auto-negotiating ports 13 B bulletin board service 46 C cable choosing the correct 30 Matrix 16 maximum length 13, 21 pin-outs 39 console port 16 conventions notice icons, About This Guide 8 text, About This Guide 8 cross-over configuration 13, 30 E Ethernet address of the Switch 15 management software... 32 managing the Switch 32 Matrix Cable 16 Matrix Module 16 Matrix Module slot 16 matrix port 16 MDI configuration 30 MDIX configuration ...
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... Material Authorization (RMA) number marked on the outside of the package, and sent prepaid and packaged appropriately for the defective product. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY SUPERSTACK® II SWITCH 3300 HARDWARE SOFTWARE YEAR 2000 WARRANTY OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE 3Com warrants this hardware product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use of the...
... Material Authorization (RMA) number marked on the outside of the package, and sent prepaid and packaged appropriately for the defective product. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY SUPERSTACK® II SWITCH 3300 HARDWARE SOFTWARE YEAR 2000 WARRANTY OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE 3Com warrants this hardware product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use of the...
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...REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT 3COM'S OPTION. When the implied warranties are not allowed to be excluded in their application to the Technical Support appendix in the User Guide for telephone numbers. This SuperStack II® product comes with installation, product specific... WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY DISCLAIMER GOVERNING LAW days after shipment of the replacement, 3Com will charge Customer for the replacement product, at list price. 3Com shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or ...
...REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT 3COM'S OPTION. When the implied warranties are not allowed to be excluded in their application to the Technical Support appendix in the User Guide for telephone numbers. This SuperStack II® product comes with installation, product specific... WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY DISCLAIMER GOVERNING LAW days after shipment of the replacement, 3Com will charge Customer for the replacement product, at list price. 3Com shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or ...