3Com 3C16732 - Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – Networking Terminology; REATING
- Page 3 – How the Switch Can Be Used; Switching; Before You Start; Hub Connections
- Page 4 – Using the Rubber Feet and Stacking Clips; Positioning Your OfficeConnect Switch; Wall Mounting the OfficeConnect Switch
- Page 5 – Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs to Your Switch; Connecting 10BASE-T Hubs; Connecting 100BASE-TX Hubs; Checking Hub Connections; Spot Checks
- Page 7 – Do not use; Dimensions and Operating Conditions; Standards; IMENSIONS
- Page 8 – EMC S; TATEMENTS
1
Welcome to the world of networking with 3Com
®
.
In the modern business environment, communication
and sharing information is crucial. Computer
networks have proved to be one of the fastest modes
of communication but until recently only large
businesses could afford the networking advantage.
The OfficeConnect
®
product range from 3Com has
changed this, bringing networks to the small office.
As the power of workstations and business
applications increases, heavier demands are made on
the available network bandwidth that, if unchecked,
can lead to performance problems in a hub-based
setup. Installing the OfficeConnect Switch 280 allows
your network to be segmented so that traffic can be
contained effectively, reducing the overall load
without affecting access to critical resources.
The switch is ideal for use with other OfficeConnect
products. It is compact and attractively designed for
desktop use. It is part of the OfficeConnect range
which neatly stacks together with clips, providing a
range of facilities. For information on these products,
see the “OfficeConnect Product Range” sheet that
accompanies this product.
When referring to the OfficeConnect Switch 280, this
guide uses the term ‘switch’.
Small Network with OfficeConnect Switch (Circle Shows Units Clipped Together)
The switch has eight 10BASE-T ports and two
10/100BASE-TX ports. This allows you to set up a
network with both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX hubs
and workstations.
This guide helps you get the most out of your switch.
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Part No.
DUA1673-2AAA02
Published
January 1998
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Summary
2 Networking Terminology A Network is a collection of workstations (for example, IBM-compatible PCs) and other equipment (for example, printers), connected for the purpose of exchanging information or sharing resources. Networks vary in size, some are within a single room, others span continents. A ...
3 How the Switch Can Be Used Switching 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 the information) which results in a lot of unnecessary traffic that can slow it down. The swit...
4 Using the Rubber Feet and Stacking Clips The four self-adhesive rubber feet prevent your switch from sliding around on your desk. Stick the feet to the marked areas at each corner of the underside of your switch. The four stacking clips are used for neatly and securely stacking your OfficeConnect ...
