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... Cables 30 Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs 31 Managing the Switch 32 A SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Information 34 L'information de Sécurité Importante 36 Wichtige Sicherheitsinformationen 38 B PIN-OUTS Null Modem Cable 39 PC-AT Serial Cable 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...
... Cables 30 Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs 31 Managing the Switch 32 A SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Information 34 L'information de Sécurité Importante 36 Wichtige Sicherheitsinformationen 38 B PIN-OUTS Null Modem Cable 39 PC-AT Serial Cable 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...
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... problems. Related Documentation 9 Related Documentation Table 2 Text Conventions (continued) Convention Words in the text. s Denote a new term at the place where it is supplied on the SuperStack II Switch CD-ROM. Examples: From the Help menu, select Contents. s SuperStack II Switch README File This file provides information about the web interface software of the hardware and software information for the Switch. s Quick Reference Guide This guide contains a quick summary of the Switch...
... problems. Related Documentation 9 Related Documentation Table 2 Text Conventions (continued) Convention Words in the text. s Denote a new term at the place where it is supplied on the SuperStack II Switch CD-ROM. Examples: From the Help menu, select Contents. s SuperStack II Switch README File This file provides information about the web interface software of the hardware and software information for the Switch. s Quick Reference Guide This guide contains a quick summary of the Switch...
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... or server connection, and connects users to the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide". Summary of Features The Switch has the following hardware features: s 24 Fast Ethernet auto-negotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports s Matrix port for connecting units in the Switch 1100/3300 family to form a stack: s Connects two units back-to-back using a single Matrix Cable s Connects up to four units using Matrix Cables linked to a Matrix Module s SuperStack II architecture s Connects to Redundant Power...
... or server connection, and connects users to the "SuperStack II Switch Management Guide". Summary of Features The Switch has the following hardware features: s 24 Fast Ethernet auto-negotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports s Matrix port for connecting units in the Switch 1100/3300 family to form a stack: s Connects two units back-to-back using a single Matrix Cable s Connects up to four units using Matrix Cables linked to a Matrix Module s SuperStack II architecture s Connects to Redundant Power...
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... Console Port The console port allows you to: s Stack the Switch with another unit in the Switch 1100/3300 family using a single Matrix Cable s Stack the Switch with up to three other units in the Switch 1100/3300 family, if one of the units has a Matrix Module installed For more information about the role of -band management. The console port uses standard null modem cable and is set to auto...
... Console Port The console port allows you to: s Stack the Switch with another unit in the Switch 1100/3300 family using a single Matrix Cable s Stack the Switch with up to three other units in the Switch 1100/3300 family, if one of the units has a Matrix Module installed For more information about the role of -band management. The console port uses standard null modem cable and is set to auto...
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... Units s The Power-up the Switch. Before installing or removing any components from the Switch 3300 XM or carrying out any maintenance procedures, you need to install and set up Sequence s Choosing the Correct Cables s Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs s Managing the Switch WARNING: Safety Information. It covers the following topics: s Choosing a Suitable Site s Rack-mounting s Placing Units On Top of this guide. AVERTISSEMENT: Consignes...
... Units s The Power-up the Switch. Before installing or removing any components from the Switch 3300 XM or carrying out any maintenance procedures, you need to install and set up Sequence s Choosing the Correct Cables s Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs s Managing the Switch WARNING: Safety Information. It covers the following topics: s Choosing a Suitable Site s Rack-mounting s Placing Units On Top of this guide. AVERTISSEMENT: Consignes...
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... rack-mounted or free-standing; To do this you need a Matrix Cable (part number 3C16965). if you choose to have the same version of management software s Ensure that you to connect two Switch units back-to position the rubber feet as a single manageable unit with a single Matrix Cable. When positioning the units, note that both units. 2 Arrange the units as required. For this : 1 Power...
... rack-mounted or free-standing; To do this you need a Matrix Cable (part number 3C16965). if you choose to have the same version of management software s Ensure that you to connect two Switch units back-to position the rubber feet as a single manageable unit with a single Matrix Cable. When positioning the units, note that both units. 2 Arrange the units as required. For this : 1 Power...
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... find instructions for ease of configuration, the Matrix Module should be rack-mounted or free-standing; You only need one Switch 1100/3300 fitted with a Matrix Module and the appropriate number of Each Other" on the Matrix Module. We recommend that for doing this cable to four Switch units using a single SuperStack II Switch Units 1100/3300 fitted with a Matrix Module for any additional units. Connect...
... find instructions for ease of configuration, the Matrix Module should be rack-mounted or free-standing; You only need one Switch 1100/3300 fitted with a Matrix Module and the appropriate number of Each Other" on the Matrix Module. We recommend that for doing this cable to four Switch units using a single SuperStack II Switch Units 1100/3300 fitted with a Matrix Module for any additional units. Connect...
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... LEDs 31 Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs Problem Suggested Solution A Power LED does not light Check that : s All connections are secure. If the connection is secure and there is firmly connected to the relevant Switch unit and to the supply outlet. For information about solving problems when managing the Switch, refer to Table 5 which contains a list of an internal problem. s The devices at both ends of the link are linking a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX port with a device...
... LEDs 31 Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs Problem Suggested Solution A Power LED does not light Check that : s All connections are secure. If the connection is secure and there is firmly connected to the relevant Switch unit and to the supply outlet. For information about solving problems when managing the Switch, refer to Table 5 which contains a list of an internal problem. s The devices at both ends of the link are linking a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX port with a device...
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... 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 Corporation World Wide Web site. Located on most recent information, 3Com recommends that range from technical education to technical information on the World Wide Web at time of services. Online Technical Services 3Com offers worldwide product support 24...
... 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 Corporation World Wide Web site. Located on most recent information, 3Com recommends that range from technical education to technical information on the World Wide Web at time of services. Online Technical Services 3Com offers worldwide product support 24...
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... telephone number nearest you: Country Australia Brazil France Germany Hong Kong Italy Japan Mexico P.R. U.S.A. Access by Analog Modem To reach the service by modem, set your FTP client: s Hostname: ftp.3com.com s Username: anonymous s Password: You do not need a user name and password with Web browser software such as Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer. 3Com Bulletin Board The 3Com BBS contains patches, software, and drivers for 3Com products. Data Rate Up...
... telephone number nearest you: Country Australia Brazil France Germany Hong Kong Italy Japan Mexico P.R. U.S.A. Access by Analog Modem To reach the service by modem, set your FTP client: s Hostname: ftp.3com.com s Username: anonymous s Password: You do not need a user name and password with Web browser software such as Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer. 3Com Bulletin Board The 3Com BBS contains patches, software, and drivers for 3Com products. Data Rate Up...
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... recent configuration changes, if applicable If you are unable to obtain assistance from the 3Com online technical resources or from your network supplier, 3Com offers technical telephone support services. 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 A list of services, including network planning, installation, hardware maintenance...
... recent configuration changes, if applicable If you are unable to obtain assistance from the 3Com online technical resources or from your network supplier, 3Com offers technical telephone support services. 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 A list of services, including network planning, installation, hardware maintenance...
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... to the optimum setup. backbone The part of Fast Ethernet is , the number of two network segments. broadcast A packet sent to all devices on twisted pair ports that a channel can automatically configure itself to forward packets based on which endstations are on their capabilities for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet over fiber-optic cable. 100BASE-TX The IEEE specification for speed, duplex and flow control. bridge A device that interconnects two...
... to the optimum setup. backbone The part of Fast Ethernet is , the number of two network segments. broadcast A packet sent to all devices on twisted pair ports that a channel can automatically configure itself to forward packets based on which endstations are on their capabilities for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet over fiber-optic cable. 100BASE-TX The IEEE specification for speed, duplex and flow control. bridge A device that interconnects two...
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... length of time. Ethernet address See MAC address. flow control A congestion control mechanism. Collisions are a part of normal Ethernet operation, but not at a rate of 10Mbps over a variety of a link. When two devices transmit simultaneously, a collision occurs and the colliding devices delay their retransmissions for certain characteristics, such as source address, destination address, or protocol. Ethernet A LAN specification developed jointly by devices sending traffic to already overloaded port on a Switch. Flow control prevents packet...
... length of time. Ethernet address See MAC address. flow control A congestion control mechanism. Collisions are a part of normal Ethernet operation, but not at a rate of 10Mbps over a variety of a link. When two devices transmit simultaneously, a collision occurs and the colliding devices delay their retransmissions for certain characteristics, such as source address, destination address, or protocol. Ethernet A LAN specification developed jointly by devices sending traffic to already overloaded port on a Switch. Flow control prevents packet...
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... a device attached to addressed devices. LANs are connected by more sophisticated. IEEE Institute of bridges in an Ethernet network. IP is responsible for computers and communications. LAN Local Area Network. line speed See baud. In the network management area, this group is part of the TCP/IP set of protocols that describe the routing of the SNMP protocol. IP address Internet Protocol address. This American organization was founded in that they connect more LANs than one time. The address...
... a device attached to addressed devices. LANs are connected by more sophisticated. IEEE Institute of bridges in an Ethernet network. IP is responsible for computers and communications. LAN Local Area Network. line speed See baud. In the network management area, this group is part of the TCP/IP set of protocols that describe the routing of the SNMP protocol. IP address Internet Protocol address. This American organization was founded in that they connect more LANs than one time. The address...
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...console port) connection. A circuit board installed in a network. router A device that is shared by multiple endstations. RPS Redundant Power System. multicast A packet sent to them as computer files and printer queues. NIC Network Interface Card. SLIP Serial Line Internet Protocol. An internal test that is connected to be extended. The rules dictate format, timing, sequencing and error control. server A computer in a network that a Switch carries out when it to the rest of a LAN that provides WAN links between devices on a network. MAC addresses...
...console port) connection. A circuit board installed in a network. router A device that is shared by multiple endstations. RPS Redundant Power System. multicast A packet sent to them as computer files and printer queues. NIC Network Interface Card. SLIP Serial Line Internet Protocol. An internal test that is connected to be extended. The rules dictate format, timing, sequencing and error control. server A computer in a network that a Switch carries out when it to the rest of a LAN that provides WAN links between devices on a network. MAC addresses...
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... to transfer files (such as if the user were connected directly to a single endstation on almost all platforms, and is now supported on a network. The current IETF standard protocol for the interconnection of the Internet. Telnet A TCP/IP application protocol that covers a wide area. A communications network 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 using the local management capabilities...
... to transfer files (such as if the user were connected directly to a single endstation on almost all platforms, and is now supported on a network. The current IETF standard protocol for the interconnection of the Internet. Telnet A TCP/IP application protocol that covers a wide area. A communications network 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 using the local management capabilities...
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... 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 13, 30 MIBs 46 N network configuration examples 17 network supplier support 47 O online technical services 45 P pin assignments modem cable 40 null modem cable 39 RJ45 40 serial cable 39 pin-outs 39 ports...
... 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 13, 30 MIBs 46 N network configuration examples 17 network supplier support 47 O online technical services 45 P pin assignments modem cable 40 null modem cable 39 RJ45 40 serial cable 39 pin-outs 39 ports...
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... Wide Web (WWW) 45 Y Year 2000 compliance 44 See console port socket power 15 RPS 15 specifications, system 43 stacking a Switch 3300 XM 26 standards supported 44 straight-through configuration 30 Switch 3300 XM 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports 13 3C number 15 console port 16 dimensions 43 Ethernet address 15 features 12 installation 23, 24 MAC address 15 power socket 15 powering-up a Switch 3300 XM 29 product name 15 R rack mounting a Switch 3300...
... Wide Web (WWW) 45 Y Year 2000 compliance 44 See console port socket power 15 RPS 15 specifications, system 43 stacking a Switch 3300 XM 26 standards supported 44 straight-through configuration 30 Switch 3300 XM 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports 13 3C number 15 console port 16 dimensions 43 Ethernet address 15 features 12 installation 23, 24 MAC address 15 power socket 15 powering-up a Switch 3300 XM 29 product name 15 R rack mounting a Switch 3300...
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... its option and expense, provide a software update which time it appears that any product that its program specifications, for any defective software product, or to replace any replaced or repaired product or part for such product. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY SUPERSTACK® II SWITCH 3300 XM HARDWARE SOFTWARE YEAR 2000 WARRANTY OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE 3Com warrants this hardware product to be free from defects in workmanship and...
... its option and expense, provide a software update which time it appears that any product that its program specifications, for any defective software product, or to replace any replaced or repaired product or part for such product. 3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY SUPERSTACK® II SWITCH 3300 XM HARDWARE SOFTWARE YEAR 2000 WARRANTY OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE 3Com warrants this hardware product to be free from defects in workmanship and...
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... due to 3Com within fifteen (15) days after shipment of the replacement, 3Com will be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of Customer contained in the User Guide for certain products supplied to consumers,...replacement product will be limited in their entirety, they will be limited to requests for telephone technical support will charge Customer for repair, whether under warranty or not. This SuperStack II® product comes with installation, product specific configuration, and identification of purchase, product number, and serial number. 3Com...
... due to 3Com within fifteen (15) days after shipment of the replacement, 3Com will be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of Customer contained in the User Guide for certain products supplied to consumers,...replacement product will be limited in their entirety, they will be limited to requests for telephone technical support will charge Customer for repair, whether under warranty or not. This SuperStack II® product comes with installation, product specific configuration, and identification of purchase, product number, and serial number. 3Com...