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... 5 Related Documentation 6 1 OVERVIEW Introduction 7 Types of SICs 9 Types of MIMs 9 2 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 3Com Router Router 5012 11 3Com Router 5232 13 3Com Router Router 5682 15 3 INSTALLATION PREPARATION Requirements on Environment 17 Precautions 19 Tools, Meter and Devices 20 4 INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Installation Process 21 Installing the Router to the Specified Location 22 Connecting the PGND Wire 23 Connecting the...
... 5 Related Documentation 6 1 OVERVIEW Introduction 7 Types of SICs 9 Types of MIMs 9 2 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS 3Com Router Router 5012 11 3Com Router 5232 13 3Com Router Router 5682 15 3 INSTALLATION PREPARATION Requirements on Environment 17 Precautions 19 Tools, Meter and Devices 20 4 INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Installation Process 21 Installing the Router to the Specified Location 22 Connecting the PGND Wire 23 Connecting the...
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... in this guide. Conventions Table 1 and lists conventions that alerts you need to install and configure the 3Com® 5000 Router. Information that are responsible for installing and setting up and configure the router. Organization of the Manual The 3Com® Router 5000 Family Installation Guide consists of the following chapters: ■ Overview-Provides a brief overview of...
... in this guide. Conventions Table 1 and lists conventions that alerts you need to install and configure the 3Com® 5000 Router. Information that are responsible for installing and setting up and configure the router. Organization of the Manual The 3Com® Router 5000 Family Installation Guide consists of the following chapters: ■ Overview-Provides a brief overview of...
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... information on the CD-ROM that enables you to start and configure the router. It is supplied in PDF format on the CD-ROM that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 6000 Getting Started Guide This guide provides information that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 6000 Installation Guide This guide describes how to start and...
... information on the CD-ROM that enables you to start and configure the router. It is supplied in PDF format on the CD-ROM that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 6000 Getting Started Guide This guide provides information that accompanies the router. ■ 3Com® Router 6000 Installation Guide This guide describes how to start and...
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...taxation, public security, and transportation, medium-and-large-sized enterprises. 3Com 5000 Routers provide the following features: High-Performance Processor 3Com 5000 Routers use on enterprise-level networks. Therefore, 3Com 5000 Routers are intended for use high-performance processors to serve as a ...of Ethernet Solution interfaces, such as optical/electrical interface, 10/100/1000Mbps interface. Besides the benefit of simple configuration, the router provides rich network security features, and supports dumb terminal access, SNA (Systems Network Architecture)/DLSw (Data-Link ...
...taxation, public security, and transportation, medium-and-large-sized enterprises. 3Com 5000 Routers provide the following features: High-Performance Processor 3Com 5000 Routers use on enterprise-level networks. Therefore, 3Com 5000 Routers are intended for use high-performance processors to serve as a ...of Ethernet Solution interfaces, such as optical/electrical interface, 10/100/1000Mbps interface. Besides the benefit of simple configuration, the router provides rich network security features, and supports dumb terminal access, SNA (Systems Network Architecture)/DLSw (Data-Link ...
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... the system is installed. Flash memory: As the primary file storage media, stores application programs, anomaly information, configuration file. 3Com Router 5232 13 SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random-access memory): As the primary memory, stores data for communication with CPU ...during system operation. Module status LED: ON means the module in the following table: Table 4 LEDs of 3Com Router 5232 2) SYSTEM 4) CON 6) LAN (READY/ACTIVE) 1) Power switch 3) Grounding screw 5) Fixed WAN interface (WAN0) 7) MIM SLOT2 2) Power socket...
... the system is installed. Flash memory: As the primary file storage media, stores application programs, anomaly information, configuration file. 3Com Router 5232 13 SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random-access memory): As the primary memory, stores data for communication with CPU ...during system operation. Module status LED: ON means the module in the following table: Table 4 LEDs of 3Com Router 5232 2) SYSTEM 4) CON 6) LAN (READY/ACTIVE) 1) Power switch 3) Grounding screw 5) Fixed WAN interface (WAN0) 7) MIM SLOT2 2) Power socket...
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...with CPU during system operation. Flash memory: As the primary file storage media, stores application programs, anomaly information, configuration file. System Description Table 5 System description of 3Com Router 5232 LED ACTIVE 1-3 LAN Indication Blinking means data is being transceived by the module in .) 8 kg (17.6... lb) Rated voltage range: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz Max. 14 CHAPTER 2: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Table 4 LEDs of 3Com Router 5232 Item Fixed interface Slot CPU NVRAM Boot ROM SDRAM Flash Size (H x W x D) Weight Input voltage AC DC System power consumption Operation ...
...with CPU during system operation. Flash memory: As the primary file storage media, stores application programs, anomaly information, configuration file. System Description Table 5 System description of 3Com Router 5232 LED ACTIVE 1-3 LAN Indication Blinking means data is being transceived by the module in .) 8 kg (17.6... lb) Rated voltage range: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz Max. 14 CHAPTER 2: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Table 4 LEDs of 3Com Router 5232 Item Fixed interface Slot CPU NVRAM Boot ROM SDRAM Flash Size (H x W x D) Weight Input voltage AC DC System power consumption Operation ...
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Connecting Console Terminal 27 Connecting Console Terminal Introduction to Console Port 3Com 5000 Router provides an RS232 asynchronous serial console (CON) port, through the terminal, follow the procedure below to Chapter 5. The console port can... PC, the latter being more details, refer to connect the console cable: 1 Select a console terminal. Normally, the startup information of the router. Console cable is a DB9 (female) connector. For the attributes of the Console Cable When configuring the router through which configuration of the console terminal as needed.
Connecting Console Terminal 27 Connecting Console Terminal Introduction to Console Port 3Com 5000 Router provides an RS232 asynchronous serial console (CON) port, through the terminal, follow the procedure below to Chapter 5. The console port can... PC, the latter being more details, refer to connect the console cable: 1 Select a console terminal. Normally, the startup information of the router. Console cable is a DB9 (female) connector. For the attributes of the Console Cable When configuring the router through which configuration of the console terminal as needed.
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30 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Figure 17 AUX cable assembly Connection of the AUX cable Follow these steps to connect the AUX cable: 1 Plug the RJ45 connector of the AUX cable into the AUX port of the router. 2 Connect the DB25 or DB9 connector of the analog Modem. In general, the AUX port is first connected to the remote Modem through PSTN, and then to the serial interface of the AUX cable to the remote device. The local Modem is used for remote configuration or dial-up backup.
30 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION OF THE ROUTER Figure 17 AUX cable assembly Connection of the AUX cable Follow these steps to connect the AUX cable: 1 Plug the RJ45 connector of the AUX cable into the AUX port of the router. 2 Connect the DB25 or DB9 connector of the analog Modem. In general, the AUX port is first connected to the remote Modem through PSTN, and then to the serial interface of the AUX cable to the remote device. The local Modem is used for remote configuration or dial-up backup.
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...Terminal and Setting Up a New Connection If the configuration is the first time you use it is performed through the console port if it . 5 STARTUP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ROUTER Startup of the Router You can only configure the router through a PC, the terminal emulator (such ...as Terminal of Windows 3.1 and HyperTerminal of a PC. Setting up Configuration Environment Connecting the Router to set up a new connection Figure ...
...Terminal and Setting Up a New Connection If the configuration is the first time you use it is performed through the console port if it . 5 STARTUP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ROUTER Startup of the Router You can only configure the router through a PC, the terminal emulator (such ...as Terminal of Windows 3.1 and HyperTerminal of a PC. Setting up Configuration Environment Connecting the Router to set up a new connection Figure ...
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Select the serial interface to set the parameters of the Hyper Terminal in Figure 37. Please note that the selected serial interface should be connected in the [Connect using] box, as shown in Windows98: 1 Select a connection port. 44 CHAPTER 5: STARTUP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ROUTER Setting Terminal Parameters Follow these steps to be consistent with the actual serial interface connected by the console cable. Figure 37 Setting the connection port in the local configuration
Select the serial interface to set the parameters of the Hyper Terminal in Figure 37. Please note that the selected serial interface should be connected in the [Connect using] box, as shown in Windows98: 1 Select a connection port. 44 CHAPTER 5: STARTUP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ROUTER Setting Terminal Parameters Follow these steps to be consistent with the actual serial interface connected by the console cable. Figure 37 Setting the connection port in the local configuration
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... bit to 8, no parity check, stop bit to 1, and flow control to enter the properties setting window. Select the terminal emulation type to the router is open, and whether the settings are correctly connected. ■ Whether the voltage of the power supply complies with the requirement of the... Before Power-On Check according to the following items before powering on the power switch of the router. ■ Whether the console cable is correctly connected, whether the PC or terminal for configuration is located, so that the power supply can be VT100 or Auto detect, and click to return ...
... bit to 8, no parity check, stop bit to 1, and flow control to enter the properties setting window. Select the terminal emulation type to the router is open, and whether the settings are correctly connected. ■ Whether the voltage of the power supply complies with the requirement of the... Before Power-On Check according to the following items before powering on the power switch of the router. ■ Whether the console cable is correctly connected, whether the PC or terminal for configuration is located, so that the power supply can be VT100 or Auto detect, and click to return ...
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... the terminal may vary slightly with different versions of Boot ROM program. Router start booting, (V2.00)" will be seen after the statement "Press Ctrl-B to configure the router. Startup Process 3Com 5000 Routers use the same version of Boot ROM. To re-enter the Boot ...menu during normal operation after power-on, please refer to Chapter 2 "Startup and Configuration of the Router". 2 Whether the console terminal display...
... the terminal may vary slightly with different versions of Boot ROM program. Router start booting, (V2.00)" will be seen after the statement "Press Ctrl-B to configure the router. Startup Process 3Com 5000 Routers use the same version of Boot ROM. To re-enter the Boot ...menu during normal operation after power-on, please refer to Chapter 2 "Startup and Configuration of the Router". 2 Whether the console terminal display...
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... network security policy and reliability. 2 Based on the router according to the division of the Router 47 System is required, perform the reliability configuration for the router. Then, configure the link layer protocol encapsulated on the interface and the... dynamic routing protocol, configure the related operating parameters of the WAN. Configuration Fundamentals of the Router Basic Configuration In general, the configuration steps are as follows: Steps 1 Before configuring the router, the networking requirements should be configured. Press ENTER to configure DCC parameters. For ...
... network security policy and reliability. 2 Based on the router according to the division of the Router 47 System is required, perform the reliability configuration for the router. Then, configure the link layer protocol encapsulated on the interface and the... dynamic routing protocol, configure the related operating parameters of the WAN. Configuration Fundamentals of the Router Basic Configuration In general, the configuration steps are as follows: Steps 1 Before configuring the router, the networking requirements should be configured. Press ENTER to configure DCC parameters. For ...
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... telnet command, which can be used to directly log on and manage other routers. ■ Users can enter ? Command Line Interface The command line interface of 3Com 5000 Routers provide plenty of configuration commands. Each group corresponds to prevent unauthorized users from illegal invading. anytime to get online help. ■ Provides network diagnostic tools...
... telnet command, which can be used to directly log on and manage other routers. ■ Users can enter ? Command Line Interface The command line interface of 3Com 5000 Routers provide plenty of configuration commands. Each group corresponds to prevent unauthorized users from illegal invading. anytime to get online help. ■ Provides network diagnostic tools...
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... files, including: ■ Upgrading application and Boot ROM image through XMODEM ■ Upgrading the application image through TFTP ■ Uploading/downloading the application image and configuration file through FTP 3Com 5000 Routers are loaded initially. You may need to upgrade it and its corresponding Boot ROM image to accommodate new product features.
... files, including: ■ Upgrading application and Boot ROM image through XMODEM ■ Upgrading the application image through TFTP ■ Uploading/downloading the application image and configuration file through FTP 3Com 5000 Routers are loaded initially. You may need to upgrade it and its corresponding Boot ROM image to accommodate new product features.
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... a boot file or order in order with the secure boot file, it prompts the boot failure. You can separately upgrade and back up and ignore configuration 8: Enter debugging environment 9: Boot Rom Operation Menu a: Do not check the version of the software b: Exit and reboot Enter your choice(1-3):1 3 Set... this section. Refer to have the system enter Boot Menu: Boot Menu: 1: Download application program with XMODEM 2: Download application program with the router. If the router fails to Main Menu Enter your choice(1-b): These options are available from Flash memory. Boot Menu Start the...
... a boot file or order in order with the secure boot file, it prompts the boot failure. You can separately upgrade and back up and ignore configuration 8: Enter debugging environment 9: Boot Rom Operation Menu a: Do not check the version of the software b: Exit and reboot Enter your choice(1-3):1 3 Set... this section. Refer to have the system enter Boot Menu: Boot Menu: 1: Download application program with XMODEM 2: Download application program with the router. If the router fails to Main Menu Enter your choice(1-b): These options are available from Flash memory. Boot Menu Start the...
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...Select in from the console port without authentication. It takes effect only at the first reboot of the router after its boot is selected. Select option 7. Thus, empty configuration applies at the next reboot. 6 Clear console authentication. Note that the type of the original main boot... that this option is the first boot file. 4 Display applications in from the console port without authentication. To have the router boot with the new configuration, you may change or delete the password. This option allows you may select this menu. After accessing the system, you ...
...Select in from the console port without authentication. It takes effect only at the first reboot of the router after its boot is selected. Select option 7. Thus, empty configuration applies at the next reboot. 6 Clear console authentication. Note that the type of the original main boot... that this option is the first boot file. 4 Display applications in from the console port without authentication. To have the router boot with the new configuration, you may change or delete the password. This option allows you may select this menu. After accessing the system, you ...
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...as follows for upgrade, backup, or recovery: Boot ROM Download Menu: 1: Download Boot ROM with XModem 2: Download Extended Segment of Boot ROM with the router: Please choose your download speed: 1: 9600 bps 2: 19200 bps 3: 38400 bps 4: 57600 bps 5: 115200 bps 6: Exit and reboot Enter your choice...Boot Menu (refer back to the subsection "Boot Menu" in this case, you can directly use the console port without building up another configuration environment. Change the terminal's speed to start downloading. Software Maintenance 53 8 Enter debugging environment in case of Boot ROM to FLASH 5: Exit...
...as follows for upgrade, backup, or recovery: Boot ROM Download Menu: 1: Download Boot ROM with XModem 2: Download Extended Segment of Boot ROM with the router: Please choose your download speed: 1: 9600 bps 2: 19200 bps 3: 38400 bps 4: 57600 bps 5: 115200 bps 6: Exit and reboot Enter your choice...Boot Menu (refer back to the subsection "Boot Menu" in this case, you can directly use the console port without building up another configuration environment. Change the terminal's speed to start downloading. Software Maintenance 53 8 Enter debugging environment in case of Boot ROM to FLASH 5: Exit...
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... time Writing software File Succeeds! You must be consistent with the 3Com 5000 Routers. Hardware Maintenance Required Tools Installation tools are not provided with that at FTP Server flags (f): 0x0 After you configure these parameters, the system saves them automatically. 4 Press to return... shielding bag Subnet Mask: 0xfffff800 Attaching network interface lo0... Press to fei0. You can serve as the one configured at FTP Server. Loading... The router can run FTP Client to Net Port Download Menu, and there select . Hardware Maintenance 57 host inet (h) ...
... time Writing software File Succeeds! You must be consistent with the 3Com 5000 Routers. Hardware Maintenance Required Tools Installation tools are not provided with that at FTP Server flags (f): 0x0 After you configure these parameters, the system saves them automatically. 4 Press to return... shielding bag Subnet Mask: 0xfffff800 Attaching network interface lo0... Press to fei0. You can serve as the one configured at FTP Server. Loading... The router can run FTP Client to Net Port Download Menu, and there select . Hardware Maintenance 57 host inet (h) ...
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...■ Do not replace the hardware unless necessary and under the guidance of 3Com Corporation. 58 CHAPTER 6: ROUTER MAINTENANCE Opening the Chassis Follow these steps to open the chassis yourself but with permission of the router and remove the power cord. 2 Remove all interface cables from the rear panel...; On a mounting screw of your sales agent and must keep it has good skin-contact. ■ Use the SDRAMs provided by 3Com Corporation only. The company is running. ■ Flash memory: stores the application and configuration files. ■ Boot ROM: stores the Boot ROM program.
...■ Do not replace the hardware unless necessary and under the guidance of 3Com Corporation. 58 CHAPTER 6: ROUTER MAINTENANCE Opening the Chassis Follow these steps to open the chassis yourself but with permission of the router and remove the power cord. 2 Remove all interface cables from the rear panel...; On a mounting screw of your sales agent and must keep it has good skin-contact. ■ Use the SDRAMs provided by 3Com Corporation only. The company is running. ■ Flash memory: stores the application and configuration files. ■ Boot ROM: stores the Boot ROM program.