Connecting 10Base-T And 100Base-Tx Networks; Before You Start; Unit Connections; Worksation Connections - 3Com 16 Plus User Manual

Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks

The 10/100 ports can each be connected to either a
10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. If you have both types
of network, you can join them together using the Switch
allowing all your workstations to communicate.
Alternatively, if you use 10BASE-T and want to improve
network performance by introducing 100BASE-TX
technology, the Switch protects your existing workstations
because it maintains 10BASE-T connections to them.

Before You start

Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch plus comes with:
One power adapter for use with the Switch.
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Four rubber feet.
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A stacking clip.
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Unit Connections

To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other
switches) to your Switch, you need:
One suitable TP cable for each unit.
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Worksation Connections

To connect workstations or other equipment (such as
servers) directly to your Switch, you need:
One 10BASE-T,
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100BASE-TX or
10/100BASE-TX adapter
card for each workstation.
3Com produce a range of
easy to install network
adapters, which provide
your workstation with a
10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection.
An operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows
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95/98) with network support configured, running on
your workstations.
One suitable twisted pair cable for each workstation.
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Twisted Pair (TP) Cables

Cables can be shielded (screened) or unshielded; we
recommend that you use shielded cable. Cables used for
100BASE-TX connections must be data grade (Category 5).
The maximum length you can use is 100m (328ft).
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