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- Page 1 Installing the NETBuilder II ® FDDILink Module ® ™ http://www.3com.com/ Part No. 09-1064-000 Published May 1997...
- Page 2 95052-8145 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of 3Com Corporation to provide notification of such revision or change. 3Com Corporation provides this documentation without warranty of any kind, either implied or expressed, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a...
- Page 3 95052-8145 3Com Corporation reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of 3Com Corporation to provide notification of such revision or change. 3Com Corporation provides this documentation without warranty of any kind, either implied or expressed, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Troubleshooting Replacing the Module ECHNICAL UPPORT Online Technical Services World Wide Web Site 3Com Bulletin Board Service Access by Analog Modem Access by Digital Modem 3ComFacts Automated Fax Service 3ComForum on CompuServe Online Service Support from Your Network Supplier Support from 3Com... -
Page 6: About This Guide
It assumes a working knowledge of network operations, but ® it does not assume prior knowledge of 3Com internetworking equipment. If the information in the release notes shipped with your product differs from the information in this guide, follow the release notes. - Page 7 BOUT UIDE Table 2 Text Conventions (continued) Convention Description Screen displays This typeface represents information as it appears on the screen . The words “enter” When you see the word “enter” in this guide, you must type and “type” something, and then press the Return or Enter key. Do not press the Return or Enter key when an instruction simply says “type.”...
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Page 8: Installation
NSTALLATION The NETBuilder II FDDILink Module is an extended-format module that occupies two slots in the NETBuilder II 4-Slot or 8-Slot chassis and one slot in the 8-Slot Extended chassis. The module comes in single-mode, multimode, and mixed- (single- and multi-) mode versions. -
Page 9: Preparing For Installation
1: I HAPTER NSTALLATION installation instructions (or field upgrade kit). Figure 1-1 will help you determine if your chassis requires a filed upgrade kit to install an extended-format module into the bottom slot. The illustration shows the 4-Slot chassis but is also applies to the 8-Slot chassis. -
Page 10: Installing The Module In A 4-Slot Or 8-Slot Chassis
Installing the Module in a 4-Slot or 8-Slot Chassis 3 Write down the serial number and the MAC address from the labels on the module. You will need this information if you have to contact your network supplier. Serial number A S S B Y P A T U... -
Page 11: Installing The Module In A 8-Slot Extended Chassis
1: I HAPTER NSTALLATION CAUTION: Only remove the filler panels from the slots that will house the FDDILink module. All unused slots require filler panels to maintain proper cooling of the unit and regulatory compliance. Failure to cover open slots can cause the NETBuilder II bridge/router to overheat, which will void the warranty. - Page 12 2 Slide the FDDILink module into the slot. Grasp left and right sides of front panel and turn module vertically so the 3Com logo is on the bottom Slide module along guide rails until it engages the ejector tab notches...
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Page 13: Cabling The Module
1: I HAPTER NSTALLATION Cabling the Module To cable and connect the FDDILink module, follow these steps: 1 Remove the plastic protectors from the transceiver connectors on the module. If you are only using one connector, leave the protector on the unused connector. -
Page 14: Module
FDDIL VERVIEW OF THE ODULE This chapter describes the features, specifications, and typical use of the FDDILink module for the NETBuilder II bridge/router. Module Features Table 2-1 summarizes the features of the FDDILink module. Table 2-1 FDDILink Module Features Feature Summary Hot-swap capability Allows you to install, or remove and reinstall, the module without... -
Page 15: Typical Network Configuration
2: O FDDIL HAPTER VERVIEW OF THE ODULE Typical Network Figure 2-1 shows a typical use of a mixed-mode FDDILink module and the Configuration NETBuilder II bridge/router in a network. SANTA CLARA FDDILink FDDILink campus Multimode Single-mode Single-mode Multimode A transceiver B transceiver A transceiver B transceiver... -
Page 16: Fddilink Module Connectors
Specifications Table 2-2 LED States Color Indicates STATUS No power to module Green Normal Operation Yellow Paths not enabled (may be caused by duplicate address on FDDI ring) Fault or reset A STATUS Green Normal Operation Yellow Self-test or stand-by mode (stand-by mode occurs if Transceiver B is connected to a concentrator master port) Fault or reset B STATUS... - Page 17 2: O FDDIL HAPTER VERVIEW OF THE ODULE...
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Page 18: Roubleshooting And
ROUBLESHOOTING AND EPLACING ODULE This chapter describes how to troubleshoot and replace the FDDILink module. Troubleshooting Table 3-1 describes common malfunctions that can occur with the module, possible causes, and actions to take. If you are unable to resolve a problem, contact your network supplier. - Page 19 3: T HAPTER ROUBLESHOOTING AND EPLACING THE ODULE WARNING: The use of optical instruments may cause eye hazard. ATTENTION: L’utilisation d’instruments optiques peut être dangereuse pour les yeux. ACHTUNG: Die Verwendung von optischen Instrumenten kann eine Gefahr für die Augen bergen. ADVERTENCIA: El uso de instrumentos ópticos puede ser peligroso para los ojos.
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Page 20: Online Technical Services
3Com Corporation’s World Wide Web site as described below. Online Technical 3Com offers worldwide product support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Services through the following online systems: World Wide Web site... -
Page 21: Access By Digital Modem
3ComForum on 3ComForum is a CompuServe-based service containing patches, software, CompuServe Online drivers, and technical articles about all 3Com products, as well as a messaging Service section for peer support. To use 3ComForum, you need a CompuServe account. To use 3ComForum: 1 Log on to CompuServe. -
Page 22: Support From Your Network Supplier
Support from Your If additional assistance is required, contact your network supplier. Many suppliers Network Supplier are authorized 3Com service partners who are qualified to provide a variety of services, including network planning, installation, hardware maintenance, application training, and support services. -
Page 23: Returning Products For Repair
ECHNICAL UPPORT Returning Products Before you send a product directly to 3Com for repair, you must first obtain a for Repair Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Products sent to 3Com without RMA numbers will be returned to the sender unopened, at the sender’s expense. - Page 24 The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer, at 3Com’s expense, not later than thirty (30) days after receipt of the defective product by 3Com.