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® OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16 User Guide (3C16733A, 3C16734B, 3C16735B)
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Dimensions and Operating Conditions 19 Creating your Network 6 Standards 19 Dual Speed Switch 4—Front 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16—Front 7 Environmental Statements 20 All Units—Rear 8 End Of Life Statement 20 How the Switch Can Be Used 9...
When referring to the Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16, this guide uses the term ‘Switch’. The Switch is ideal for use with other OfficeConnect products, as shown in Figure 1.
It can then selectively pass on any information by transmitting the traffic from the relevant port only (instead of all ports like a repeater hub). This operation is called ‘switching’. The Switch effectively divides up your network, localizing the network traffic and passing on traffic as necessary (as shown in Figure 2).
Switch One power adapter for use with the Switch. allowing all your workstations to communicate. A Product Registration card for you to fill in and return. Alternatively, if you use 10BASE-T and want to improve network performance by introducing 100BASE-TX Four rubber feet.
Workstation Connections Twisted Pair (TP) Cables To connect workstations or other equipment (such as To connect your hubs and workstations to the Switch, you servers) directly to your Switch, you need: must use ‘straight-through’ TP cables with RJ-45 connectors (all OfficeConnect products use RJ-45 type connectors). Your One 10BASE-T, supplier should stock suitable cables.
To fit another unit: Stacking the Units Together Rest the second unit on top of the clip and align it with the front of the unit below. The Rubber Feet Press down gently on the unit to secure it onto the clip,...
142mm (5.6in.) apart. Use the guide provide a minimum of 25mm (1in.) clearance. on page 31 to mark the position of the holes. Fix the screws into the wall, leaving their heads 3mm (0.12in.) clear of the wall surface.
If you are using the highest-number port (port 4 on WARNING: Please read the ‘Important Safety Switch 4, port 8 on Switch 8, port 16 on Switch 16) Information’ section before you start. to connect a workstation, ensure the...
Switch. The Port Status LEDs for the ports you The Alert LED is off — this is the best way to find out if have used on both the units and the Switch should be on. If there are problems with your network.
OLVING The Switch has been designed to aid you when detecting Alert LED continuously lit. If the Alert LED is lit, there is a and solving possible problems with your network. These problem with the network. Remove the port connections problems are rarely serious;...
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Port Status and Activity LED not lit for a port that has a connection. Check that you are using a ‘straight-through’ cable which is properly connected at both ends, and is not damaged. Refer to “Twisted Pair (TP) Cables” on page 11.
Fast Ethernet has a higher Fast Ethernet is a type of LAN that runs up to 10 times bandwidth than Ethernet, so it can cope with larger faster than standard Ethernet.
CSA 22.2 #950, IEC60950 EMC: EN 55022 Class B EN 55024 FCC Part 15 Class B* ICES-003 Class B VCCI Class B CNS 13438 Class A Environmental: EN 60068 (IEC 68) *Refer to “Regulatory Notices” on page 31 for conditions of operation.
Ensuring that all products are labelled according to Packaging recognized environmental standards. The packaging for this product is fully recyclable. It has a Improving our environmental record on a continual basis. recycled (post consumer) waste content of at least 40% by...
To ensure compliance with international safety standards, only use the power adapter that is supplied with the unit. The socket outlet must be near to the unit and easily accessible. You can only remove power from the unit by disconnecting the power cord from the outlet.
ICHTIGE ICHERHEITSHINWEISE WARNHINWEIS: Warnhinweise enthalten Es sind keine von dem Benutzer zu ersetzende oder zu Anweisungen, die Sie zu Ihrer eigenen Sicherheit wartende Teile in dem Gerät vorhanden. Wenn Sie ein befolgen müssen. Alle Anweisungen sind sorgfältig zu Problem mit dem Switch haben, das nicht mittels der befolgen.
à l’intérieur du moyeu. votre sécurité personnelle. Vous devez respecter Si vous avez un problème physique avec le moyeu qui ne attentivement toutes les consignes. peut pas être résolu avec les actions de la résolution des Nous vous demandons de lire attentivement les problèmes dans ce guide, contacter votre fournisseur.
Information contained in this section is correct at time of publication. For the most recent information, 3Com recommends that you access the 3Com Corporation World 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services Wide Web site.
Support from Your Network Supplier Support from 3Com If you require additional assistance, contact your network If you are unable to obtain assistance from the 3Com online supplier. Many suppliers are authorized 3Com service technical resources or from your network supplier, 3Com partners who are qualified to provide a variety of services, offers technical telephone support services.
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Here is a list of worldwide technical telephone support num- bers: Country Telephone Number Country Telephone Number Asia, Pacific Rim Australia 1 800 678 515 P.R. of China 10800 61 00137 or Hong Kong 800 933 486 021 6350 1590...
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Country Telephone Number Country Telephone Number Latin America Argentina AT&T +800 666 5065 Mexico 01 800 CARE (01 800 Brazil 0800 13 3266 Peru 2273) Chile 1230 020 0645 Puerto Rico AT&T +800 666 5065 Colombia 98012 2127 Venezuela 800 666 5065 AT&T +800 666 5065...
Country Telephone Number Fax Number Returning Products for Repair Austria 0800 297468 Before you send a product directly to 3Com for repair, you Belgium 0800 71429 must first obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) Denmark 800 17309 Finland 0800 113153 number.
3Com or its authorized reseller. 3Com warrants the media containing software later than thirty (30) days after the date of purchase, and this is verified by 3Com, it will be against failure during the warranty period. No updates are provided. 3Com's sole obligation...
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Some countries, states, or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied Response to requests for telephone technical support will be in the form of a return call from a warranties or the limitation of incidental or consequential damages for certain products 3Com representative by close of business the following business day.
FCC S TATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, and the Canadian Department of Communications Equipment Standards entitled, “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Part No. DUA1673-4AAA05 Published March 2000...
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