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... GUIDE Conventions 8 Related Documentation 9 Year 2000 Compliance 10 Documentation Comments 10 1 INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 About the SuperStack II Switch 3300 12 Summary of Features 12 Switch 3300 - Rear View Detail 15 Unit Information Label 15 Power Socket 15 Redundant Power System Socket 15 ...Console Port 16 Expansion Module Slot 16 Matrix Port 16 Network Configuration Examples 17 Switch 3300 as a Segmentation Switch 17 Switch 3300 as a Collapsed Backbone Switch 18 Switch 3300 as a Desktop Switch 19 Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet 20 Configuration Rules with Full Duplex ...
... GUIDE Conventions 8 Related Documentation 9 Year 2000 Compliance 10 Documentation Comments 10 1 INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 About the SuperStack II Switch 3300 12 Summary of Features 12 Switch 3300 - Rear View Detail 15 Unit Information Label 15 Power Socket 15 Redundant Power System Socket 15 ...Console Port 16 Expansion Module Slot 16 Matrix Port 16 Network Configuration Examples 17 Switch 3300 as a Segmentation Switch 17 Switch 3300 as a Collapsed Backbone Switch 18 Switch 3300 as a Desktop Switch 19 Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet 20 Configuration Rules with Full Duplex ...
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... Two Units 26 Stacking Up To Four Units 27 The Power-up Sequence 29 Connecting a Redundant Power System 29 Powering-up the Switch 3300 29 Checking for Correct Operation 29 Choosing the Correct Cables 30 Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs 31 Managing the Switch 32 A SAFETY INFORMATION ... 39 Modem Cable 40 RJ45 Pin Assignments 40 C TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS D TECHNICAL SUPPORT Online Technical Services 45 World Wide Web Site 45 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 45 3Com FTP Site 46 3Com Bulletin Board Service 46 3Com Facts Automated Fax Service 47 Support from Your Network Supplier 47 Support from...
... Two Units 26 Stacking Up To Four Units 27 The Power-up Sequence 29 Connecting a Redundant Power System 29 Powering-up the Switch 3300 29 Checking for Correct Operation 29 Choosing the Correct Cables 30 Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs 31 Managing the Switch 32 A SAFETY INFORMATION ... 39 Modem Cable 40 RJ45 Pin Assignments 40 C TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS D TECHNICAL SUPPORT Online Technical Services 45 World Wide Web Site 45 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 45 3Com FTP Site 46 3Com Bulletin Board Service 46 3Com Facts Automated Fax Service 47 Support from Your Network Supplier 47 Support from...
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This guide is intended for installing and setting up network equipment; The guide is intended for 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 ...the information in this guide, follow the instructions in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com/ consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks). ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide provides all...
This guide is intended for installing and setting up network equipment; The guide is intended for 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 ...the information in this guide, follow the instructions in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the 3Com World Wide Web site: http://www.3com.com/ consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks). ABOUT THIS GUIDE This guide provides all...
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... the current software release, including new features, modifications, and known problems. It is defined in italics Description Italics are used to this guide, each Switch 3300 document set includes the following: s Management Guide (Part Number DUA1695-0BAA0x) This guide contains all the management information for the Switch. Examples: From the Help...
... the current software release, including new features, modifications, and known problems. It is defined in italics Description Italics are used to this guide, each Switch 3300 document set includes the following: s Management Guide (Part Number DUA1695-0BAA0x) This guide contains all the management information for the Switch. Examples: From the Help...
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...the following information when commenting: s Document title s Document part number (on Year 2000 compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com Year 2000 Web page: http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html Your suggestions are other publications you . Please e-mail comments about this document... to you may find useful: s Documentation accompanying the Expansion Modules. For information on the title page) s Page number (if appropriate) Example: s SuperStack II Switch 3300...
...the following information when commenting: s Document title s Document part number (on Year 2000 compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com Year 2000 Web page: http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html Your suggestions are other publications you . Please e-mail comments about this document... to you may find useful: s Documentation accompanying the Expansion Modules. For information on the title page) s Page number (if appropriate) Example: s SuperStack II Switch 3300...
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Rear View Detail s Network Configuration Examples s Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet s Configuration Rules with Full Duplex Front View Detail s Switch 3300 - It covers the following topics: s About the SuperStack II Switch 3300 s Switch 3300 - 1 INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 This chapter contains introductory information about the Switch and how it can be used in your network.
Rear View Detail s Network Configuration Examples s Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet s Configuration Rules with Full Duplex Front View Detail s Switch 3300 - It covers the following topics: s About the SuperStack II Switch 3300 s Switch 3300 - 1 INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 This chapter contains introductory information about the Switch and how it can be used in your network.
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...3Com SuperStack II range of the Switch, refer to dedicated 100Mbps ports - Summary of Features The Switch has the following hardware features: s 12 or 24 Fast Ethernet auto-negotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports s Matrix port for connecting units in one switch. 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 About the SuperStack II Switch 3300... The SuperStack® II Switch 3300 connects your network grows. all in the Switch 1100/3300 family to form a stack: s Connect two units back-...
...3Com SuperStack II range of the Switch, refer to dedicated 100Mbps ports - Summary of Features The Switch has the following hardware features: s 12 or 24 Fast Ethernet auto-negotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports s Matrix port for connecting units in one switch. 12 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 About the SuperStack II Switch 3300... The SuperStack® II Switch 3300 connects your network grows. all in the Switch 1100/3300 family to form a stack: s Connect two units back-...
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Switch 3300 - As these ports are MDIX-only. These ports can be set to 10BASE-T half duplex, 10BASE-T full duplex, 100BASE-TX half duplex, 100BASE-TX full ...) lists the LEDs visible on the front of a link and provide the appropriate connection. Front View Detail 13 Switch 3300 - See "Choosing the Correct Cables" on page 31. Front View Detail Figure 1 Switch 3300 - The maximum segment length is 100m (328ft) over Category 5 twisted pair cable. For information on using the LEDs...
Switch 3300 - As these ports are MDIX-only. These ports can be set to 10BASE-T half duplex, 10BASE-T full duplex, 100BASE-TX half duplex, 100BASE-TX full ...) lists the LEDs visible on the front of a link and provide the appropriate connection. Front View Detail 13 Switch 3300 - See "Choosing the Correct Cables" on page 31. Front View Detail Figure 1 Switch 3300 - The maximum segment length is 100m (328ft) over Category 5 twisted pair cable. For information on using the LEDs...
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... installed. Status Yellow A valid Expansion Module is powered-up. Unit LEDs 1-8 Green The Switch forms a stack with other Switch units; 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Table 3 LED behavior LED Color Indicates Port Status LEDs* Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received on the Expansion Module port(s). If your Switch has...
... installed. Status Yellow A valid Expansion Module is powered-up. Unit LEDs 1-8 Green The Switch forms a stack with other Switch units; 14 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Table 3 LED behavior LED Color Indicates Port Status LEDs* Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received on the Expansion Module port(s). If your Switch has...
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Switch 3300 - Power Socket The Switch automatically adjusts its power setting to the Switch. Redundant Power System Socket To protect against internal power supply failure, you can use this information for fault reporting purposes. rear view Unit Information Label This label shows the following: s The 3Com product name of the Switch s The 3Com 3C...
Switch 3300 - Power Socket The Switch automatically adjusts its power setting to the Switch. Redundant Power System Socket To protect against internal power supply failure, you can use this information for fault reporting purposes. rear view Unit Information Label This label shows the following: s The 3Com product name of the Switch s The 3Com 3C...
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... Matrix Module that provides four matrix ports for availability. The console port uses standard null modem cable and is secured in the Switch 1100/3300 family, if one of the units has a Matrix Module installed For more information about the role of the matrix port, see "Stacking ..." on page 26. For more information about Matrix Modules, see "Stacking Units" on page 26. contact your supplier for stacking Switch units together. 3Com provides a range of -band management. When an Expansion Module is not installed, ensure the blanking plate is set to auto-baud, 8 data bits...
... Matrix Module that provides four matrix ports for availability. The console port uses standard null modem cable and is secured in the Switch 1100/3300 family, if one of the units has a Matrix Module installed For more information about the role of the matrix port, see "Stacking ..." on page 26. For more information about Matrix Modules, see "Stacking Units" on page 26. contact your supplier for stacking Switch units together. 3Com provides a range of -band management. When an Expansion Module is not installed, ensure the blanking plate is set to auto-baud, 8 data bits...
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There is positioned in your network Network Configuration Examples 17 Network Configuration Examples The following illustrations show some examples of shared 10Mbps and 100Mbps connections. Figure 3 Using the Switch to the Switch which is a 10/100 shared segment on each floor, and these segments are connected to segment your network. Switch 3300 as a Segmentation Switch The example in Figure 3 shows how a Switch 3300 stack can segment a network of how the Switch can be used in the basement.
There is positioned in your network Network Configuration Examples 17 Network Configuration Examples The following illustrations show some examples of shared 10Mbps and 100Mbps connections. Figure 3 Using the Switch to the Switch which is a 10/100 shared segment on each floor, and these segments are connected to segment your network. Switch 3300 as a Segmentation Switch The example in Figure 3 shows how a Switch 3300 stack can segment a network of how the Switch can be used in the basement.
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Figure 4 Using the Switch as a backbone for both shared and switched network segments. 18 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Switch 3300 as a Collapsed Backbone Switch The example in Figure 4 shows how a Switch 3300 stack can act as a collapsed backbone
Figure 4 Using the Switch as a backbone for both shared and switched network segments. 18 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Switch 3300 as a Collapsed Backbone Switch The example in Figure 4 shows how a Switch 3300 stack can act as a collapsed backbone
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Network Configuration Examples 19 Switch 3300 as a Desktop Switch The example in Figure 5 shows how a Switch 3300 can be used for a group of users that allows it to provide a Gigabit Ethernet link to the desktop. The Switch 3300 stack has a SuperStack II Switch 1000BASE-SX Module that require dedicated 10Mbps or 100Mbps connections to a SuperStack II Switch 9000 SX in a desktop environment Figure 5 Using the Switch in the basement.
Network Configuration Examples 19 Switch 3300 as a Desktop Switch The example in Figure 5 shows how a Switch 3300 can be used for a group of users that allows it to provide a Gigabit Ethernet link to the desktop. The Switch 3300 stack has a SuperStack II Switch 1000BASE-SX Module that require dedicated 10Mbps or 100Mbps connections to a SuperStack II Switch 9000 SX in a desktop environment Figure 5 Using the Switch in the basement.
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Figure 6 Fast Ethernet configuration rules Figure 6 illustrates the key topology rules and provides examples of how they allow for 10Mbps Ethernet. 20 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet The topology rules for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet are slightly different to those for large-scale Fast Ethernet networks.
Figure 6 Fast Ethernet configuration rules Figure 6 illustrates the key topology rules and provides examples of how they allow for 10Mbps Ethernet. 20 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300 Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet The topology rules for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet are slightly different to those for large-scale Fast Ethernet networks.
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22 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300
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... the information you must read the safety information provided in diesem Handbuch aufgefuehrt sind. Bevor Sie Komponenten aus dem Switch 3300 entfernen oder dem Switch 3300 hinzufuegen oder Instandhaltungsarbeiten verrichten, lesen Sie die Sicherheitsanweisungen, die in Appendix A (Anhang A) in Appendix A of Each ...Other s Stacking Units s The Power-up the Switch. Avant d'installer ou d'enlever tout composant du Switch 3300 ou d'entamer une procédure de maintenance, lisez les informations relatives à la sécurité qui se trouvent dans l'Appendice...
... the information you must read the safety information provided in diesem Handbuch aufgefuehrt sind. Bevor Sie Komponenten aus dem Switch 3300 entfernen oder dem Switch 3300 hinzufuegen oder Instandhaltungsarbeiten verrichten, lesen Sie die Sicherheitsanweisungen, die in Appendix A (Anhang A) in Appendix A of Each ...Other s Stacking Units s The Power-up the Switch. Avant d'installer ou d'enlever tout composant du Switch 3300 ou d'entamer une procédure de maintenance, lisez les informations relatives à la sécurité qui se trouvent dans l'Appendice...
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... Cables are 1m (3.28ft) long. 3 As shown in Figure 8, connect one IP address. 26 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH Stacking Units Units in the Switch 1100/3300 family can be rack-mounted or free-standing;
... Cables are 1m (3.28ft) long. 3 As shown in Figure 8, connect one IP address. 26 CHAPTER 2: INSTALLING THE SWITCH Stacking Units Units in the Switch 1100/3300 family can be rack-mounted or free-standing;
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... light s Port Status LEDs light in a rapid cycle When the POST has completed, check the Power/Self Test LED to check that your Switch 3300 powered-up and ready for the LED. Table 4 shows possible colors for operation. For full redundancy, the unit requires two Type 2 Power Modules ...combined using a Type 2 Y-Cable (part number 3C16078). Powering-up the Switch 3300 Use the following sequence of the power cord into the power socket at the rear of the Switch. 2 Plug the other end of steps to...
... light s Port Status LEDs light in a rapid cycle When the POST has completed, check the Power/Self Test LED to check that your Switch 3300 powered-up and ready for the LED. Table 4 shows possible colors for operation. For full redundancy, the unit requires two Type 2 Power Modules ...combined using a Type 2 Y-Cable (part number 3C16078). Powering-up the Switch 3300 Use the following sequence of the power cord into the power socket at the rear of the Switch. 2 Plug the other end of steps to...
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... illustrated in Figure 10. All of the ports on the front of the 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX ports on 3Com devices are configured as MDIX (cross-over cable. Most of the Switch 3300 are configured as MDI (straight-through cable. If you want to make a connection to an MDI port, you need... the Correct Cables Table 4 LED colors Color Green Yellow Off State The Switch is powered-up . If you want to make a connection to the Switch 3300
... illustrated in Figure 10. All of the ports on the front of the 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX ports on 3Com devices are configured as MDIX (cross-over cable. Most of the Switch 3300 are configured as MDI (straight-through cable. If you want to make a connection to an MDI port, you need... the Correct Cables Table 4 LED colors Color Green Yellow Off State The Switch is powered-up . If you want to make a connection to the Switch 3300