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- Page 1 ® OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch 4, Switch 8 and Switch 16 User Guide (3C16733A, 3C16734A, 3C16735A)
- Page 2 3Com Technologies reserves the right to revise this documentation and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of 3Com Year 2000 Compliance: For information on Year 2000 compliance and 3Com Technologies to provide notification of such revision or change.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Online Technical Services 24 Positioning Your Switch 13 World Wide Web Site 24 Securing Your Switch 13 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 24 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Switch Support from Your Network Supplier 25 Support from 3Com 25... -
Page 5: Introduction
NTRODUCTION ® Welcome to the world of networking with 3Com . In the Figure 1 Small Network with OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch (Circle Shows Units Clipped Together) modern business environment, communication and sharing information is crucial. Computer networks have proved to... -
Page 6: Creating Your Network
REATING YOUR ETWORK Dual Speed Switch 4—Front Port Status and Activity LEDs Speed 100 and Full Duplex LEDs If the Port Status LED is on (green), the link between the port If the Speed 100 LED is on (green), the Alert LED Power LED and the next piece of network equipment is OK. -
Page 7: Dual Speed Switch 8 And Dual Speed 16-Front
Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16—Front Link/Activity, Duplex and Speed LEDs Alert LED Power LED orange green If the Link/Activity LED is on (green), the link between the port and the next piece of network equipment is OK. The LED flashes each time a packet passes through the port. Off when the unit is operating correctly. -
Page 8: All Units-Rear
All Units—Rear Power Power Switch 16 Switch 4/8 Uplink/Normal 10/100BASE-TX Power Adapter socket Uplink/Normal switch 4, 8 or 16 10/100BASE-TX ports Only use the power adapter that is Affects the operation of the highest numbered port Use suitable TP cable with RJ-45 connectors. supplied with this OfficeConnect (port 4 on the Switch 4, port 8 on the Switch 8, You can connect the OfficeConnect Switch to... -
Page 9: How The Switch Can Be Used
Figure 2 The Switch Separates Your Network and Controls the How the Switch Can Be Used Information Effectively 10BASE-T Switching OfficeConnect hub When a network of repeater hubs is in operation, any information that is sent by the workstations is passed around the whole network (regardless of the destination of OfficeConnect Switch the information). -
Page 10: Connecting 10Base-T And 100Base-Tx Networks
Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks Before You Start The 10/100 ports can each be connected to either a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. If you have both types Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with: of network, you can connect them using the Switch so that One power adapter for use with the Switch. -
Page 11: Workstation Connections
10/100BASE-TX adapter A ‘straight-through’ cable is one where each pin of one card for each workstation. connector is connected to the same pin of the other 3Com produce a range of connector. easy to install network adapters, which provide Cables can be shielded (screened) or unshielded; we your workstation with a recommend that you use shielded cable. -
Page 12: Stacking The Units Together
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, The four self-adhesive rubber feet prevent your hub from ensuring the fastening pieces fit into the slots on the unit moving around on your desk. -
Page 13: Positioning Your Switch
CAUTION: Only wall mount single units, do not wall mount stacked units. Also available from 3Com, is the OfficeConnect Mounting Unit (part number 3C16765). This allows you to firmly secure a stack of OfficeConnect devices to the desktop or... -
Page 14: Connecting Workstations And Other Equipment To Your Switch
If the equipment connected to the Switch does not Connecting Workstations and Other support auto-negotiation or if it has been disabled, it Equipment to Your Switch must be configured to operate in half duplex mode. 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’... -
Page 15: Checking Unit Connections
Checking Unit Connections Spot Checks When you have connected all your units, power on the At frequent intervals, visually check that: units and 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. -
Page 16: Problem Solving
ROBLEM 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;... - Page 17 Port Status LED (Switch 4) Link/Activity LED (Switch 8 or Switch 16) 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”...
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Page 18: Networking Terminology
ETWORKING ERMINOLOGY A Network is a collection of workstations (for example, A segment is the length of cable connected to a port. IBM-compatible PCs) and other equipment (for example, Packets are the units of information your workstations and printers), connected for the purpose of exchanging other equipment send to each other over the network. -
Page 19: Dimensions And Standards
IMENSIONS AND TANDARDS Dimensions and Operating Conditions Standards Functional: ISO 8802/3 power requirement IEEE 802.3, 802.3u Switch 4: 228mm (9.12in.) 20VA, 55 BThU/hr Safety: UL 1950, EN 60950 Switch 8: 16.6 VA, 41.9 BThU/hr CSA 22.2 #950, IEC950 54.6mm Switch 16: (2.1in.) 34.5 VA, 71.7 BThU/hr †... -
Page 20: Environmental Statements
NVIRONMENTAL TATEMENTS It is the policy of 3Com Corporation to be End Of Life Statement environmentally-friendly in all operations. To uphold our 3Com processes allow for the recovery, reclamation and safe policy, we are committed to: disposal of all end-of-life electronic components. -
Page 21: Important Safety Information
MPORTANT AFETY NFORMATION WARNING: Warnings contain directions that you There are no user-replaceable fuses or user-serviceable must follow for your personal safety. Follow all parts inside the Switch. If you have a physical problem directions carefully. with the unit that cannot be solved with problem solving You must read the following safety information actions in this guide, contact your supplier. -
Page 22: Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
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. -
Page 23: Consignes Importantes De Sécurité
ONSIGNES IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT: Les avertissements présentent des Il n’y a pas de parties remplaceables par les utilisateurs consignes que vous devez respecter pour garantir ou entretenues par les utilisateurs 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. -
Page 24: Technical Support
Located on the World Wide Web at: Online Technical Services http://knowledgebase.3com.com 3Com offers worldwide product support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through the following online systems: This service gives all 3Com customers and partners complementary, round-the-clock access to technical World Wide Web site. -
Page 25: Support From Your Network Supplier
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. - Page 26 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 India +61 2 9937 5085 Singapore...
- Page 27 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 North America 1 800 876-3266...
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Page 28: Returning Products For Repair
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. -
Page 29: 3Com Corporation Limited Warranty
Customer an 2000, and Customer notifies 3Com before the later of April 1, 2000, or ninety equivalent product or part to replace the defective item, or if neither of the two... - Page 30 (3) business PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, CORRESPONDENCE WITH days after 3Com’s verification of the DOA product, but may be delayed due to DESCRIPTION, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, ALL OF WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY export or import procedures.
- Page 31 REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT 3COM'S OPTION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES WILL NOT BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL FAIL OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. ISCLAIMER Some countries, states, or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of...
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Page 32: Electromagnetic Compatibility
LECTROMAGNETIC OMPATIBILITY VCCI S TATEMENT 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,”... - Page 35 Wall mounting screw hole guide 142mm (5.6in.)
- Page 36 Part No. DUA 1673-4AAA02 Published June 1999...
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