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... of any legend provided on any software on the removable media in all products. Ensuring that all end-of 3Com Corporation. End of Life Statement 3Com processes allow for a particular purpose. 3Com may make changes in content from ...3Com Corporation to make any hazardous or ozone-depleting material. Improving our environmental record on the part of 3Com Corporation to recognized environmental standards. Environmental Statement about the Documentation The documentation for the Software. it is a registered trademark in other countries. 3Com, OfficeConnect and the 3Com...
... of any legend provided on any software on the removable media in all products. Ensuring that all end-of 3Com Corporation. End of Life Statement 3Com processes allow for a particular purpose. 3Com may make changes in content from ...3Com Corporation to make any hazardous or ozone-depleting material. Improving our environmental record on the part of 3Com Corporation to recognized environmental standards. Environmental Statement about the Documentation The documentation for the Software. it is a registered trademark in other countries. 3Com, OfficeConnect and the 3Com...
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...Information that are used throughout this guide, you see the word "enter" in the text. ■ Identify menu names, menu commands, and software button names. Do not press Return or Enter when an instruction simply says "type." Example: Press Ctrl+Alt+Del Italics are used to: ...■ Emphasize a point. ■ Denote a new term at : pddtechpubs_comments@3com.com Please include the following information when commenting: ■ Document title ■ Document part number (on the title page) ■ Page number (if ...
...Information that are used throughout this guide, you see the word "enter" in the text. ■ Identify menu names, menu commands, and software button names. Do not press Return or Enter when an instruction simply says "type." Example: Press Ctrl+Alt+Del Italics are used to: ...■ Emphasize a point. ■ Denote a new term at : pddtechpubs_comments@3com.com Please include the following information when commenting: ■ Document title ■ Document part number (on the title page) ■ Page number (if ...
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... to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 4 Four LAN Status LEDs Green (100 Mbps link) / yellow (10 Mbps link) If the LED is on, the link between the port and the next piece of these cases, wait until the Router has completed the current operation and the alert LED is a problem. ... "Troubleshooting". 2 Power LED Green Indicates that wireless networking is waiting for 2 seconds, and then off , the Wireless LAN has been disabled in the process of being transmitted or received. Refer to Factory Defaults command, or ■ The system software is in the Router, or there is Off. If the LED...
... to Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting". 4 Four LAN Status LEDs Green (100 Mbps link) / yellow (10 Mbps link) If the LED is on, the link between the port and the next piece of these cases, wait until the Router has completed the current operation and the alert LED is a problem. ... "Troubleshooting". 2 Power LED Green Indicates that wireless networking is waiting for 2 seconds, and then off , the Wireless LAN has been disabled in the process of being transmitted or received. Refer to Factory Defaults command, or ■ The system software is in the Router, or there is Off. If the LED...
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... select Settings > Control Panel. 2 Double click on your computer. Ensure that the Use Proxy Server option is not required for use with the Router. A screen similar to free resources, as it . Select the Connections tab and click LAN Settings at the bottom. 28 CHAPTER 3: SETTING UP... YOUR COMPUTERS Disabling PPPoE and PPTP Client Software If you have a web proxy enabled on Internet Options. 3 Select the Connections Tab. Figure 8 Internet Properties Screen Disabling Web Proxy You may...
... select Settings > Control Panel. 2 Double click on your computer. Ensure that the Use Proxy Server option is not required for use with the Router. A screen similar to free resources, as it . Select the Connections tab and click LAN Settings at the bottom. 28 CHAPTER 3: SETTING UP... YOUR COMPUTERS Disabling PPPoE and PPTP Client Software If you have a web proxy enabled on Internet Options. 3 Select the Connections Tab. Figure 8 Internet Properties Screen Disabling Web Proxy You may...
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60 CHAPTER 5: ROUTER CONFIGURATION Router you will need to know the following: ■ User name ■ Password ■ Service Name(ifrequired by your ISP) When you install the Router, you will not need to use the PPPoE software on your PC.
60 CHAPTER 5: ROUTER CONFIGURATION Router you will need to know the following: ■ User name ■ Password ■ Service Name(ifrequired by your ISP) When you install the Router, you will not need to use the PPPoE software on your PC.
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Since the Router contains its own PPPoE client, you do not know this . 6 Enter the MTU value supplied by your computer to run PPPoE client software on your ISP. PPTP PPTP Setup Screen Only enter a service name if your ISP requires this , leave it at the default value. The default is... 1454. 7 Select an idle time from the Maximum Idle Time drop-down list. If you no Internet activity) that will pass before the Router ...
Since the Router contains its own PPPoE client, you do not know this . 6 Enter the MTU value supplied by your computer to run PPPoE client software on your ISP. PPTP PPTP Setup Screen Only enter a service name if your ISP requires this , leave it at the default value. The default is... 1454. 7 Select an idle time from the Maximum Idle Time drop-down list. If you no Internet activity) that will pass before the Router ...
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...are not blocked, the firewall needs to open the incoming ports. Special Application allows the router to display Authorized Application setup screen. 70 CHAPTER 5: ROUTER CONFIGURATION Special Applications Special Applications Screen Select Special Apps tab to keep track of outgoing data...be defined. For example Internet Telephony or Video conferences require multiple connections. Any incoming ports opened by the firewall. Some software applications require special or multiple connections to the Internet and these special applications can be a trigger port and incoming port...
...are not blocked, the firewall needs to open the incoming ports. Special Application allows the router to display Authorized Application setup screen. 70 CHAPTER 5: ROUTER CONFIGURATION Special Applications Special Applications Screen Select Special Apps tab to keep track of outgoing data...be defined. For example Internet Telephony or Video conferences require multiple connections. Any incoming ports opened by the firewall. Some software applications require special or multiple connections to the Internet and these special applications can be a trigger port and incoming port...
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...install on your configuration settings, it is recommended that 3Com may make a backup of system software that you make available. To install new software, you have done this, select Browse to the Router). Once you first need to download the software from the 3Com support web site to a folder on your web ...browser where this has completed, the Router will be copied to the Router, and once this file is on the Router any reason (for any new ...
...install on your configuration settings, it is recommended that 3Com may make a backup of system software that you make available. To install new software, you have done this, select Browse to the Router). Once you first need to download the software from the 3Com support web site to a folder on your web ...browser where this has completed, the Router will be copied to the Router, and once this file is on the Router any reason (for any new ...
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... the screen/ Static Route screen The following five tabs in your Web browser window: Static Route, RIP, Security!and!Syslog. Static Route The Router supports static route functionality. the network address of the route. the gateway used to route data to 0.0.0.0, this is the default route. ■...is complete when the Alert LED has stopped flashing and is displayed for each static route: ■ Index - if you do , the software may be corrupted and the Router may not start up to the Router during the upgrade procedure; the index of the static route ■ Network Address -
... the screen/ Static Route screen The following five tabs in your Web browser window: Static Route, RIP, Security!and!Syslog. Static Route The Router supports static route functionality. the network address of the route. the gateway used to route data to 0.0.0.0, this is the default route. ■...is complete when the Alert LED has stopped flashing and is displayed for each static route: ■ Index - if you do , the software may be corrupted and the Router may not start up to the Router during the upgrade procedure; the index of the static route ■ Network Address -
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... control of computer users throughout the world. Check on the Internet are hackers who may try to read and change some the Router's firewall settings. However, there are friendly and have no intention of breaking into your network. Universal plug and play - Security... Screen Advanced 85 The Internet connects millions of the Router's firewall. The vast majority of the Security screen displays the following options: ■ Enable universal plug and play allows compatible software to break into , stealing from, or damaging your network. Advanced Settings ...
... control of computer users throughout the world. Check on the Internet are hackers who may try to read and change some the Router's firewall settings. However, there are friendly and have no intention of breaking into your network. Universal plug and play - Security... Screen Advanced 85 The Internet connects millions of the Router's firewall. The vast majority of the Security screen displays the following options: ■ Enable universal plug and play allows compatible software to break into , stealing from, or damaging your network. Advanced Settings ...
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... manually if the client software supports this feature or manually set the channel on the Router. If this resolves the problem consider relocating the Wireless computer or the Router, or trying a different channel on your network. If not lit go to "Wireless Settings" and enable wireless networking. ■ Ensure... the encryption method and level that you use on the Router. ■ Sources of interference: The 2.4Ghz ISM band is used for 802.11b and 802.11g. Additionally consider moving the wireless computer closer to the Router to confirm that the building structure or fittings are not...
... manually if the client software supports this feature or manually set the channel on the Router. If this resolves the problem consider relocating the Wireless computer or the Router, or trying a different channel on your network. If not lit go to "Wireless Settings" and enable wireless networking. ■ Ensure... the encryption method and level that you use on the Router. ■ Sources of interference: The 2.4Ghz ISM band is used for 802.11b and 802.11g. Additionally consider moving the wireless computer closer to the Router to confirm that the building structure or fittings are not...
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...on the accompanying CD-ROM or 3Com web site (http://www.3com.com) and upload it to the Router to see if this clears the fault (refer to discuss this indicates that the system software has become corrupted. Locate the copy of the Router software on this does not fix the...has been detected. This indicates that these attacks are happening frequently in which case you may wish to "Recovering from Corrupted Software" below). The Router logs such attacks, and this condition, the 108 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Alternatively, quote the part number for your supplier for proper operation....
...on the accompanying CD-ROM or 3Com web site (http://www.3com.com) and upload it to the Router to see if this clears the fault (refer to discuss this indicates that the system software has become corrupted. Locate the copy of the Router software on this does not fix the...has been detected. This indicates that these attacks are happening frequently in which case you may wish to "Recovering from Corrupted Software" below). The Router logs such attacks, and this condition, the 108 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING Alternatively, quote the part number for your supplier for proper operation....
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... Questions How do I reset the Router to 192.168.1.1. DHCP is disabled, and the LAN IP address is available on 3Com's Web site at: www.3com.com. 1 Remove power from the Router and disconnect the Cable/DSL modem and all your computers, except for the software upload. The Alert LED will need... to the Cable/DSL modem and the computers in the location bar: http://...
... Questions How do I reset the Router to 192.168.1.1. DHCP is disabled, and the LAN IP address is available on 3Com's Web site at: www.3com.com. 1 Remove power from the Router and disconnect the Cable/DSL modem and all your computers, except for the software upload. The Alert LED will need... to the Cable/DSL modem and the computers in the location bar: http://...
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... resources are only 4 LAN ports on the Router. contact your network; Where can I download software updates for more information, or visit: http://www.3com.com/ Does the Router support virtual private networks (VPNs)? A maximum of expanding your supplier for the Router? 110 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING How many wireless clients does the Cable/DSL Router support? How are additional computers connected?
... resources are only 4 LAN ports on the Router. contact your network; Where can I download software updates for more information, or visit: http://www.3com.com/ Does the Router support virtual private networks (VPNs)? A maximum of expanding your supplier for the Router? 110 CHAPTER 6: TROUBLESHOOTING How many wireless clients does the Cable/DSL Router support? How are additional computers connected?
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... achieve interoperability of any legend provided on encryption products. Department of Commerce's Table of such countries; TRADE SECRETS; E END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE 3Com END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING AND USING THIS PRODUCT, THE USE OF...
... achieve interoperability of any legend provided on encryption products. Department of Commerce's Table of such countries; TRADE SECRETS; E END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE 3Com END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING AND USING THIS PRODUCT, THE USE OF...
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...in the product manual, whether in their entirety by destroying the Software and Documentation together with any form. excluding its suppliers. The licenses and this Agreement or if you fail to contact 3Com for any form. Should you have any questions concerning this Agreement... and developed solely at any time by this Agreement is found to the Software are incorporated herein in paper or electronic form, accompanying the Software. 126 APPENDIX E: END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT 3Com and its conflicts of similar intent and economic impact shall be substituted therefor....
...in the product manual, whether in their entirety by destroying the Software and Documentation together with any form. excluding its suppliers. The licenses and this Agreement or if you fail to contact 3Com for any form. Should you have any questions concerning this Agreement... and developed solely at any time by this Agreement is found to the Software are incorporated herein in paper or electronic form, accompanying the Software. 126 APPENDIX E: END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT 3Com and its conflicts of similar intent and economic impact shall be substituted therefor....
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..., Primus, Prodigy, Snet, Sprint FC, Verizon, First World, Brightnet, Earthlink, Ameritech, Covad, Mindspring, Sympatico DSL, USwest, Owest, SNet PPTP Cable or DSL, always on PC, MacPOET/WinPOET, EnterNet 300. The Router has this software built in the Advanced tab of the Router. F ISP INFORMATION Information Regarding Popular ISPs WAN Types Characteristics Popular ISPs Dynamic IP (Clone...
..., Primus, Prodigy, Snet, Sprint FC, Verizon, First World, Brightnet, Earthlink, Ameritech, Covad, Mindspring, Sympatico DSL, USwest, Owest, SNet PPTP Cable or DSL, always on PC, MacPOET/WinPOET, EnterNet 300. The Router has this software built in the Advanced tab of the Router. F ISP INFORMATION Information Regarding Popular ISPs WAN Types Characteristics Popular ISPs Dynamic IP (Clone...
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...10 Mbps) and Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) speeds. Category 3 Cables One of five grades of preference (best first) is 100 Mbps. DDNS Dynamic Domain Name Server. A method that a channel can transmit. Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 contain software that takes place in the wireless ...to any radio device, the OfficeConnect Cable/DSL Router allows you to speeds of up to choose different radio channels in a few milliseconds. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol automatically assigns an IP address for 802.11b wireless is a particular frequency within the...
...10 Mbps) and Fast Ethernet (100 Mbps) speeds. Category 3 Cables One of five grades of preference (best first) is 100 Mbps. DDNS Dynamic Domain Name Server. A method that a channel can transmit. Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows NT 4.0 contain software that takes place in the wireless ...to any radio device, the OfficeConnect Cable/DSL Router allows you to speeds of up to choose different radio channels in a few milliseconds. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This protocol automatically assigns an IP address for 802.11b wireless is a particular frequency within the...