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... AC Power Supply 37 -48-volt DC Power Supply 38 Fan Trays 39 Modules 40 4 COREBUILDER 9000 ENTERPRISE SWITCH MODULES Switch Fabric Modules 42 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Fabric Modules 43 ATM Switch Fabric Module 44 Redundant Operation in the 8-slot Chassis and 16-slot Chassis 45 Management Modules 46 Enterprise Management Engine (EME) 46 Enterprise Management Controller (EMC) 47 Interface Modules 47 Fast Ethernet Switching Modules 48 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules 49 ATM Interface Modules 50 Slot Restrictions 51 Management Access 51 Administration Console Access 51 Web Management Access 52...
... AC Power Supply 37 -48-volt DC Power Supply 38 Fan Trays 39 Modules 40 4 COREBUILDER 9000 ENTERPRISE SWITCH MODULES Switch Fabric Modules 42 Gigabit Ethernet Switch Fabric Modules 43 ATM Switch Fabric Module 44 Redundant Operation in the 8-slot Chassis and 16-slot Chassis 45 Management Modules 46 Enterprise Management Engine (EME) 46 Enterprise Management Controller (EMC) 47 Interface Modules 47 Fast Ethernet Switching Modules 48 Gigabit Ethernet Interface Modules 49 ATM Interface Modules 50 Slot Restrictions 51 Management Access 51 Administration Console Access 51 Web Management Access 52...
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... Warning Information that alerts you must supply a port number for installing and managing the network hardware. Example: To enable RIPIP, use the following syntax: SETDefault ! -RIPIP CONTrol = Listen In this guide, follow the instructions in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the screen. This guide is intended for the system or network administrator who is responsible for . Most user guides and release notes are shipped...
... Warning Information that alerts you must supply a port number for installing and managing the network hardware. Example: To enable RIPIP, use the following syntax: SETDefault ! -RIPIP CONTrol = Listen In this guide, follow the instructions in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the screen. This guide is intended for the system or network administrator who is responsible for . Most user guides and release notes are shipped...
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...Web browser s CoreBuilder 9000 Documentation Overview A list of all CoreBuilder 9000 documents These documents are used on each module s Fan Tray Removal and Replacement Guides Instructions for removing a faulty fan tray and installing a new one in the 7-slot chassis, the 8-slot chassis, and the 16-slot chassis s Module Release Notes An explanation of software issues and documentation issues in the chassis. a description of the power management subsystem; Related Documentation 9 Paper Documents These documents are shipped with the CoreBuilder 9000 chassis: s Chassis Quick Installation...
...Web browser s CoreBuilder 9000 Documentation Overview A list of all CoreBuilder 9000 documents These documents are used on each module s Fan Tray Removal and Replacement Guides Instructions for removing a faulty fan tray and installing a new one in the 7-slot chassis, the 8-slot chassis, and the 16-slot chassis s Module Release Notes An explanation of software issues and documentation issues in the chassis. a description of the power management subsystem; Related Documentation 9 Paper Documents These documents are shipped with the CoreBuilder 9000 chassis: s Chassis Quick Installation...
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... Switch Getting Started Guide Part Number 10012166 Page 30 Year 2000 Compliance For information on Year 2000 compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com Year 2000 Web page: http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html s Command Reference Guide Information about the Administration Console commands that you . This multiplatform guide documents commands for the CoreBuilder 9000 as well as other 3Com systems. s CoreBuilder ATM Enterprise Switch Management Guide How to you use , configure, and network the ATM Switch Fabric Module...
... Switch Getting Started Guide Part Number 10012166 Page 30 Year 2000 Compliance For information on Year 2000 compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com Year 2000 Web page: http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html s Command Reference Guide Information about the Administration Console commands that you . This multiplatform guide documents commands for the CoreBuilder 9000 as well as other 3Com systems. s CoreBuilder ATM Enterprise Switch Management Guide How to you use , configure, and network the ATM Switch Fabric Module...
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... fabric module slot Interface module slots Figure 2 CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot Chassis Rear View Power supply slot 2 Power supply (in slot 1) Switch Features The CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot Enterprise Switch has the following features: s An intelligent power management system s An intelligent system inventory management system s An integrated, high-performance, distributed network management system s Modules and a fan tray that you can install or remove while the Switch is operating (called hot swapping), for field upgrades and service s Support for 3Com Transcend® Network Control Services...
... fabric module slot Interface module slots Figure 2 CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot Chassis Rear View Power supply slot 2 Power supply (in slot 1) Switch Features The CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot Enterprise Switch has the following features: s An intelligent power management system s An intelligent system inventory management system s An integrated, high-performance, distributed network management system s Modules and a fan tray that you can install or remove while the Switch is operating (called hot swapping), for field upgrades and service s Support for 3Com Transcend® Network Control Services...
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... 7-slot Switch with the power and reliability of four fans) to make sure that the chassis maintains the optimal temperature for two management modules that manages and controls the 3Com CoreBuilder 9000 chassis and its modules. Management Features 13 s Slots for operation Management Features You can manage the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch through: s An out-of-band terminal interface s The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) s The 3Com Transcend Network Control Services s The standard Telnet client-to-server application s The 3Com Web Management suite...
... 7-slot Switch with the power and reliability of four fans) to make sure that the chassis maintains the optimal temperature for two management modules that manages and controls the 3Com CoreBuilder 9000 chassis and its modules. Management Features 13 s Slots for operation Management Features You can manage the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch through: s An out-of-band terminal interface s The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) s The 3Com Transcend Network Control Services s The standard Telnet client-to-server application s The 3Com Web Management suite...
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...2: COREBUILDER 9000 ENTERPRISE SWITCH 8-SLOT CHASSIS Management Features You can manage the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch through: s An out-of-band terminal interface s The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) s The 3Com Transcend Network Control Services s The standard Telnet client-to-server application s The 3Com Web Management suite of contact for chassis management s Enterprise Management Controller (EMC) functions, as well as EME functions with the EMC to protect network integrity using power management. s Allowing you to implement fault-tolerant power, which modules power...
...2: COREBUILDER 9000 ENTERPRISE SWITCH 8-SLOT CHASSIS Management Features You can manage the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch through: s An out-of-band terminal interface s The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) s The 3Com Transcend Network Control Services s The standard Telnet client-to-server application s The 3Com Web Management suite of contact for chassis management s Enterprise Management Controller (EMC) functions, as well as EME functions with the EMC to protect network integrity using power management. s Allowing you to implement fault-tolerant power, which modules power...
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...-SLOT CHASSIS Management Features You can manage the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch through: s An out-of-band terminal interface s The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) s The 3Com Transcend Network Control Services s The standard Telnet client-to prioritize the order in which allows the chassis to reserve some of its modules. s Inventory - The EME manages power use in using the Administer password, you to -server application s The 3Com Web Management suite of Switch contents, including fans and power supplies. s Allowing you can configure...
...-SLOT CHASSIS Management Features You can manage the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch through: s An out-of-band terminal interface s The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) s The 3Com Transcend Network Control Services s The standard Telnet client-to prioritize the order in which allows the chassis to reserve some of its modules. s Inventory - The EME manages power use in using the Administer password, you to -server application s The 3Com Web Management suite of Switch contents, including fans and power supplies. s Allowing you can configure...
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... the front panel of a second EME for standby controller support. s You manage the Switch through the EME command interface, which you can install an Enterprise Management Controller (EMC) instead of the EME to configure and manage the 3Com CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch (chassis and modules). An EME combines the functions of -band Ethernet port. Or, you access through the serial port, or through the 3Com Transcend Network Control Services. Chassis Management Module Slots 7-slot 8 and 9 8-slot 9 and 10 16...
... the front panel of a second EME for standby controller support. s You manage the Switch through the EME command interface, which you can install an Enterprise Management Controller (EMC) instead of the EME to configure and manage the 3Com CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch (chassis and modules). An EME combines the functions of -band Ethernet port. Or, you access through the serial port, or through the 3Com Transcend Network Control Services. Chassis Management Module Slots 7-slot 8 and 9 8-slot 9 and 10 16...
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... Fast Ethernet front panel ports that provide a 100 Mbps connection over MMF (multi-mode fiber). Interface Modules 49 s The 36-port 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet RJ-45 Layer 2 Switching Module (Model Number 3CB9LF36R) has thirty-six 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 front panel ports. These ports interface to a maximum of full-duplex 100BASE-FX, using SC (Subscriber Connector) connectors over UTP-Category 5 cables with lengths up to install these modules, see the module's Quick Start Guide...
... Fast Ethernet front panel ports that provide a 100 Mbps connection over MMF (multi-mode fiber). Interface Modules 49 s The 36-port 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet RJ-45 Layer 2 Switching Module (Model Number 3CB9LF36R) has thirty-six 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 front panel ports. These ports interface to a maximum of full-duplex 100BASE-FX, using SC (Subscriber Connector) connectors over UTP-Category 5 cables with lengths up to install these modules, see the module's Quick Start Guide...
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... CoreBuilder 9000: s Management modules, see the Web Management User Guide for the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch. They include Web Console, DeviceView, and Performance monitoring tools. Web Management Access Web Management applications are an embedded part of the Switch. After you installed a 20-port 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet Switching Module in your IP address, see the multiplatform Command Reference Guide. Where to manage the module. For example, if you have set up your Web browser by entering the IP address. 52 CHAPTER 4: COREBUILDER 9000 ENTERPRISE SWITCH MODULES...
... CoreBuilder 9000: s Management modules, see the Web Management User Guide for the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch. They include Web Console, DeviceView, and Performance monitoring tools. Web Management Access Web Management applications are an embedded part of the Switch. After you installed a 20-port 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet Switching Module in your IP address, see the multiplatform Command Reference Guide. Where to manage the module. For example, if you have set up your Web browser by entering the IP address. 52 CHAPTER 4: COREBUILDER 9000 ENTERPRISE SWITCH MODULES...
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... Reader installation instructions If you have difficulty installing the Acrobat Reader, use the Documentation CD-ROM and the Web to download the reader from the Adobe home page at : http://www.3com.com Click Support and look under Documents and Information. This section contains the following topics: s Viewing PDF (Portable Document Format) files s Using Bookmarks s Searching Documents s Browsing the Web Viewing PDF Files The Documentation CD-ROM contains: s 3Com CoreBuilder® 9000 documentation in the window. These...
... Reader installation instructions If you have difficulty installing the Acrobat Reader, use the Documentation CD-ROM and the Web to download the reader from the Adobe home page at : http://www.3com.com Click Support and look under Documents and Information. This section contains the following topics: s Viewing PDF (Portable Document Format) files s Using Bookmarks s Searching Documents s Browsing the Web Viewing PDF Files The Documentation CD-ROM contains: s 3Com CoreBuilder® 9000 documentation in the window. These...
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... to any modules. If these components fail, remove them as described here and return the components to disconnect the power cord from each installed module are available if needed. s If rack-mounted, the chassis and the cable management device are no user-serviceable parts on either the load-sharing power supplies or on the fan trays. If you attempt to remove a 930-watt AC power supply from the chassis, to avoid...
... to any modules. If these components fail, remove them as described here and return the components to disconnect the power cord from each installed module are available if needed. s If rack-mounted, the chassis and the cable management device are no user-serviceable parts on either the load-sharing power supplies or on the fan trays. If you attempt to remove a 930-watt AC power supply from the chassis, to avoid...
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... want to remove, set the power supply's On/Off switch to the Off (Ο ) position and to satisfy the power requirements of a defective, but still functioning, power supply will not cause a power deficit in the same manner, using the same steps for the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch. s If rack-mounted, the chassis and the cable management device are no user-serviceable parts on either the load-sharing power supplies or on the fan trays.
... want to remove, set the power supply's On/Off switch to the Off (Ο ) position and to satisfy the power requirements of a defective, but still functioning, power supply will not cause a power deficit in the same manner, using the same steps for the CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch. s If rack-mounted, the chassis and the cable management device are no user-serviceable parts on either the load-sharing power supplies or on the fan trays.
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... not use the optional cable management device for each country. -48-volt DC Power Supply The CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot chassis, 8-slot chassis, and 16-slot chassis can contain two rear-loading modular -48-volt DC power supplies (Model Number 3CB9EP8D7). s The CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot chassis can contain -48-volt DC power supplies. WARNING: The CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch must be installed only by trained service personnel. WARNING: When you install the chassis on an inserted module. See Table...
... not use the optional cable management device for each country. -48-volt DC Power Supply The CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot chassis, 8-slot chassis, and 16-slot chassis can contain two rear-loading modular -48-volt DC power supplies (Model Number 3CB9EP8D7). s The CoreBuilder 9000 7-slot chassis can contain -48-volt DC power supplies. WARNING: The CoreBuilder 9000 Enterprise Switch must be installed only by trained service personnel. WARNING: When you install the chassis on an inserted module. See Table...
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..., and troubleshooting instructions on 3Com products 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To access the 3Com BBS using ISDN, call the following information into 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 Service The 3Com BBS contains patches, software, and drivers for fast access up to 8 data bits, no...
..., and troubleshooting instructions on 3Com products 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To access the 3Com BBS using ISDN, call the following information into 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 Service The 3Com BBS contains patches, software, and drivers for fast access up to 8 data bits, no...
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... a connected terminal. A way for sending and receiving data across the physical connection between computers and peripherals. Status lights on the Internet. Internet Protocol (IP) The protocol that governs packet forwarding within the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite of the OSI Reference Model. Defines the rules for legacy LANs and all its network ports that are typically LEDs. 122 GLOSSARY interface module Modules that manage data on...
... a connected terminal. A way for sending and receiving data across the physical connection between computers and peripherals. Status lights on the Internet. Internet Protocol (IP) The protocol that governs packet forwarding within the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) suite of the OSI Reference Model. Defines the rules for legacy LANs and all its network ports that are typically LEDs. 122 GLOSSARY interface module Modules that manage data on...
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... network services. SCC System Controller Component. The rules dictate format, timing, sequencing, and error control. RJ-45 connector A telephone connector that it selectively forwards information between computers. Servers are shared by selectively forwarding messages between them. protocol A set of rules for a high-speed bus that consists of protocol control information and layer user data. SC connector A fiber-optic cable connector that changes the parallel arrangement of Service. Supports Switch monitoring, module inventory management, and power management...
... network services. SCC System Controller Component. The rules dictate format, timing, sequencing, and error control. RJ-45 connector A telephone connector that it selectively forwards information between computers. Servers are shared by selectively forwarding messages between them. protocol A set of rules for a high-speed bus that consists of protocol control information and layer user data. SC connector A fiber-optic cable connector that changes the parallel arrangement of Service. Supports Switch monitoring, module inventory management, and power management...
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... chassis 90 8-slot chassis 92 regulatory standards power supplies 95 replacing fan tray 63, 68, 71, 75, 85 power supply 65, 68, 77 resetting the chassis effect on switch fabric modules 45 returning products for repair 116 S safety 63, 64, 75, 98, 104 standards supported 90, 92, 94, 95 SCC (System Controller Component) 47 SCI (Serial Communication Interface) 15, 26, 36 search engine, document 62 service and support 10 3Com URL...
... chassis 90 8-slot chassis 92 regulatory standards power supplies 95 replacing fan tray 63, 68, 71, 75, 85 power supply 65, 68, 77 resetting the chassis effect on switch fabric modules 45 returning products for repair 116 S safety 63, 64, 75, 98, 104 standards supported 90, 92, 94, 95 SCC (System Controller Component) 47 SCI (Serial Communication Interface) 15, 26, 36 search engine, document 62 service and support 10 3Com URL...
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... the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all other products used by Customer in connection or combination with the 3Com product, including hardware, software, and firmware, accurately exchange date data with the 3Com product, with 3Com's published specifications or user manual. If it appears that any third-party products listed in the 3Com software product documentation or specifications as not meeting this standard...
... the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all other products used by Customer in connection or combination with the 3Com product, including hardware, software, and firmware, accurately exchange date data with the 3Com product, with 3Com's published specifications or user manual. If it appears that any third-party products listed in the 3Com software product documentation or specifications as not meeting this standard...