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SuperStack® II Switch 3300

User Guide

3C16980, 3C16981

http://www.3com.com/

Part No. DUA1698-0AAA05 Published April 1999

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3Com Corporation 5400 Bayfront Plaza Santa Clara, California 95052-8145

Copyright © 1999, 3Com Technologies. All rights reserved. No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation, or adaptation) without written permission from 3Com Technologies.

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If you are a United States government agency, then this documentation and the software described herein are provided to you subject to the following:

All technical data and computer software are commercial in nature and developed solely at private expense. Software is delivered as “Commercial Computer Software” as defined in DFARS 252.227-7014 (June 1995) or as a “commercial item” as defined in FAR 2.101(a) and as such is provided with only such rights as are provided in 3Com’s standard commercial license for the Software. Technical data is provided with limited rights only as provided in DFAR 252.227-7015 (Nov 1995) or FAR 52.227-14 (June 1987), whichever is applicable. You agree not to remove or deface any portion of any legend provided on any licensed program or documentation contained in, or delivered to you in conjunction with, this User Guide.

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All other company and product names may be trademarks of the respective companies with which they are associated.

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CONTENTS

ABOUT THIS GUIDE Conventions 8 Related Documentation 9 Year 2000 Compliance 10 Documentation Comments 10

1 INTRODUCING THE SWITCH 3300

About the SuperStack II Switch 3300 12

Summary of Features 12 Switch 3300 — Front View Detail 13

10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Ports 13 LEDs 13 Switch 3300 — Rear View Detail 15

Unit Information Label 15 Power Socket 15 Redundant Power System Socket 15 Console Port 16 Expansion Module Slot 16 Matrix Port 16 Network Configuration Examples 17

Switch 3300 as a Segmentation Switch 17 Switch 3300 as a Collapsed Backbone Switch 18 Switch 3300 as a Desktop Switch 19 Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet 20 Configuration Rules with Full Duplex 21

2 INSTALLING THE SWITCH

Choosing a Suitable Site 24 Rack-mounting 24

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Placing Units On Top of Each Other 25 Stacking Units 26

Stacking Two Units 26 Stacking Up To Four Units 27 The Power-up Sequence 29

Connecting a Redundant Power System 29 Powering-up the Switch 3300 29 Checking for Correct Operation 29 Choosing the Correct Cables 30 Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs 31 Managing the Switch 32

A S

AFETY

NFORMATION Important Safety Information 34 L’information de Sécurité Importante 36 Wichtige Sicherheitsinformationen 38

B P

OUTS Null Modem Cable 39 PC-AT Serial Cable 39 Modem Cable 40 RJ45 Pin Assignments 40

C T

ECHNICAL

PECIFICATIONS

D T

ECHNICAL

UPPORT Online Technical Services 45

World Wide Web Site 45 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 45 3Com FTP Site 46 3Com Bulletin Board Service 46 3Com Facts Automated Fax Service 47 Support from Your Network Supplier 47 Support from 3Com 47 Returning Products for Repair 49

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LOSSARY

NDEX

ORPORATION

IMITED

ARRANTY

EMC S

TATEMENTS

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide provides all the information you need to install and use a SuperStack® II Switch 3300 unit with default settings. If you want to change the way the Switch works using management software, refer to the “SuperStack II Switch Management Guide” (part number DUA1695-0BAA0x).

The guide is intended for use by network administrators who are responsible for installing and setting up network equipment; consequently, it assumes a basic working knowledge of LANs (Local Area Networks).

This guide is intended for use with both Switch 3300 models:

3C16980 — 24 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports

3C16981 — 12 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports

All pictures and example screens show the 24-port model, however, all procedures apply to the 24-port model and the 12-port model.

If the information in the release notes that are shipped with your product differs from the information in this guide, follow the instructions in the release notes.

Most user guides and release notes are available in Adobe Acrobat Reader Portable Document Format (PDF) or HTML on the 3Com World Wide Web site:

http://www.3com.com/

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8 ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Conventions Table 1 and Table 2 list conventions that are used throughout this guide.

Table 1 Notice Icons

Icon Notice Type Description

Information note Information that describes important features or

instructions

Caution Information that alerts you to potential loss of data or potential damage to an application, system, or device

Warning Information that alerts you to potential personal injury

Table 2 Text Conventions

Convention Description

Screen displays This typeface represents information as it appears on the

screen.

Syntax The word “syntax” means that you must evaluate the syntax

provided and then supply the appropriate values for the placeholders that appear in angle brackets. Example:

To enable RIPIP, use the following syntax:

SETDefault !<port> -RIPIP CONTrol = Listen

In this example, you must supply a port number for <port>.

Commands The word “command” means that you must enter the

command exactly as shown and then press Return or Enter. Commands appear in bold. Example:

To remove the IP address, enter the following command:

SETDefault !0 -IP NETaddr = 0.0.0.0

The words “enter” and “type”

When you see the word “enter” in this guide, you must type something, and then press Return or Enter. Do not press Return or Enter when an instruction simply says “type.”

Keyboard key names If you must press two or more keys simultaneously, the key

names are linked with a plus sign (+). Example:

Press Ctrl+Alt+Del

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Related Documentation

Table 2 Text Conventions (continued)

Convention Description Words in italics Italics are used to:

Emphasize a point.

Denote a new term at the place where it is defined in the text.

Identify menu names, menu commands, and software button names. Examples:

From the Help menu, select Contents.

Click OK.

In addition to this guide, each Switch 3300 document set includes the following:

Management Guide (Part Number DUA1695-0BAA0x)

This guide contains all the management information for the Switch.

Quick Reference Guide (Part Number DQA1698-0AAA0x)

This guide contains a quick summary of the hardware and software information for the Switch

Quick Installation Guide (Part Number DIA1698-0AAA0x)

This guide contains a summary of the package contents, and a quick summary of the installation information for the Switch.

Release Notes (Part Number DNA1695-0AAA0x)

These notes provide information about the current software release, including new features, modifications, and known problems.

SuperStack II Switch Help

This help provides information about the web interface software of the Switch. It is supplied on the SuperStack II Switch CD-ROM.

SuperStack II Switch README File

This file provides information about the current software release, including new features, modifications, and known problems.

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In addition, there are other publications you may find useful:

Documentation accompanying the Expansion Modules.

Documentation accompanying the Advanced Redundant Power System.

Year 2000 Compliance

For information on Year 2000 compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com Year 2000 Web page:

http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html

Documentation Comments

Your suggestions are very important to us. They will help make our documentation more useful to you. Please e-mail comments about this document to 3Com at:

pddtechpubs_comments@3com.com

Please include the following information when commenting:

Document title

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S I

NTRODUCING THE

WITCH

3300

This chapter contains introductory information about the Switch and how it can be used in your network. It covers the following topics:

About the SuperStack II Switch 3300

Switch 3300 — Front View Detail

Switch 3300 — Rear View Detail

Network Configuration Examples

Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet

Configuration Rules with Full Duplex

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About the SuperStack II Switch 3300

The SuperStack® II Switch 3300 connects your existing 10Mbps devices, connects high-performance workgroups with a 100Mbps backbone or server connection, and connects power users to dedicated 100Mbps ports — all in one switch. In addition, as part of the 3Com SuperStack II range of products, you can combine it with any SuperStack II system as your network grows.

Summary of Features The Switch has the following hardware features:

12 or 24 Fast Ethernet auto-negotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports

Matrix port for connecting units in the Switch 1100/3300 family to form a stack:

Connect two units back-to-back using a single Matrix Cable

Connect up to four units using Matrix Cables linked to a Matrix Module

Slot for an Expansion Module

SuperStack II architecture

Connects to Redundant Power System / Uninterruptible Power System

19-inch rack or stand-alone mounting

For information about the software features of the Switch, refer to the “SuperStack II Switch Management Guide” (DUA1695-0BAA0x).

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Switch 3300 — Front View Detail 13

Switch 3300 — Front View Detail

Figure 1 Switch 3300 — front view

10BASE-T/ 100BASE-TX Ports

The Switch has 12 or 24 auto-negotiating 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports configured as MDIX (cross-over). These ports can be set to 10BASE-T half duplex, 10BASE-T full duplex, 100BASE-TX half duplex, 100BASE-TX full duplex, or they can automatically detect the speed and duplex mode of a link and provide the appropriate connection. The maximum segment length is 100m (328ft) over Category 5 twisted pair cable.

As these ports are configured as MDIX (cross-over), you need to use a cross-over cable to connect to devices whose ports are MDIX-only. See “Choosing the Correct Cables” on page 30 for more information.

LEDs Table 3 (overleaf) lists the LEDs visible on the front of the Switch, and

their states according to color. For information on using the LEDs for problem solving, see “Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs” on page 31.

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Table 3 LED behavior

LED Color Indicates

Port Status LEDs*

Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received on the port.

Off No packets are being transmitted/received on the

port.

Status Green A link is present, and the port is enabled.

Green flashing A link is present, but the port is disabled.

Off No link is present.

Expansion Module Port Status LEDs

Packet Yellow Packets are being transmitted/received on the

Expansion Module port(s).

Off No packets are being transmitted/received on the

Expansion Module port(s).

Status Yellow A valid Expansion Module is installed.

Yellow flashing An unrecognized Expansion Module is installed.

Off No Expansion Module is installed.

Unit LEDs

1–8 Green The Switch forms a stack with other Switch units;

the LED indicates the position of the Switch in the stack and that a link is present. Note that although there are eight LEDs, only four Switch units can be stacked at present.

Off The Switch is stand-alone.

Power/Self Test LED

Green The Switch is powered-up.

Green flashing The Switch is either downloading software or is

initializing (which includes running a Power On Self Test).

Yellow The Switch has failed its Power On Self Test.

Off The Switch is not receiving power.

* If your Switch has 24 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports, these ports are numbered 1 to 24. If your

Switch has 12 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports, these ports are numbered 1 to 12. For both models, ports supplied through an Expansion Module are numbered sequentially from the last fixed port on the front of the unit.

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Switch 3300 — Rear View Detail 15

Switch 3300 — Rear View Detail

Figure 2 Switch 3300 — rear view

Unit Information Label

This label shows the following:

The 3Com product name of the Switch

The 3Com 3C number of the Switch

The unique MAC address (Ethernet address) of the Switch

The serial number of the Switch

You may need this information for fault reporting purposes.

Power Socket The Switch automatically adjusts its power setting to any supply voltage

in the range 90–240V A.C.

Redundant Power System Socket

To protect against internal power supply failure, you can use this socket to connect a SuperStack II Advanced Redundant Power System (RPS) to the Switch. See “Connecting a Redundant Power System” on page 29.

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Console Port The console port allows you to connect a terminal and perform remote or

local out-of-band management. The console port uses standard null modem cable and is set to auto-baud, 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit.

Expansion Module Slot

You can use this slot to install an Expansion Module; for example, a 100BASE-FX Module that provides an additional high-speed link, or a Matrix Module that provides four matrix ports for stacking Switch units together. 3Com provides a range of Expansion Modules; contact your supplier for availability. For more information about Matrix Modules, see “Stacking Units” on page 26.

When an Expansion Module is not installed, ensure the blanking plate is secured in place.

Matrix Port The matrix port allows you to:

Stack the Switch with another unit in the Switch 1100/3300 family using a single Matrix Cable

Stack the Switch with up to three other units in the Switch 1100/3300 family, if one of the units has a Matrix Module installed

For more information about the role of the matrix port, see “Stacking Units” on page 26.

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Network Configuration Examples

The following illustrations show some examples of how the Switch can be used in your network.

Switch 3300 as a Segmentation Switch

The example in Figure 3 shows how a Switch 3300 stack can segment a network of shared 10Mbps and 100Mbps connections. There is a 10/100 shared segment on each floor, and these segments are connected to the Switch which is positioned in the basement.

Figure 3 Using the Switch to segment your network

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Switch 3300 as a Collapsed Backbone Switch

The example in Figure 4 shows how a Switch 3300 stack can act as a backbone for both shared and switched network segments.

Figure 4 Using the Switch as a collapsed backbone

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Switch 3300 as a Desktop Switch

The example in Figure 5 shows how a Switch 3300 can be used for a group of users that require dedicated 10Mbps or 100Mbps connections to the desktop. The Switch 3300 stack has a SuperStack II Switch 1000BASE-SX Module that allows it to provide a Gigabit Ethernet link to a SuperStack II Switch 9000 SX in the basement.

Figure 5 Using the Switch in a desktop environment

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Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet

The topology rules for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet are slightly different to those for 10Mbps Ethernet. Figure 6 illustrates the key topology rules and provides examples of how they allow for large-scale Fast Ethernet networks.

Figure 6 Fast Ethernet configuration rules

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The key topology rules are:

Maximum UTP cable length is 100m (328ft) over Category 5 cable.

A 412m (1352ft) fiber run is allowed for connecting switch-to-switch, or endstation-to-switch, using half-duplex 100BASE-FX.

A total network span of 325m (1066ft) is allowed in single-repeater topologies (one hub stack per wiring closet with a fiber run to the collapsed backbone). For example, a 225m (738ft) fiber link from a repeater to a router or switch, plus a 100m (328ft) UTP link from a repeater out to the endstations.

Configuration Rules with Full Duplex

The Switch provides full duplex support for all its ports, including Expansion Module ports. Full duplex allows packets to be transmitted and received simultaneously and, in effect, doubles the potential throughput of a link.

With full duplex, the Ethernet topology rules are the same, but the Fast Ethernet rules are:

Maximum UTP cable length is 100m (328ft) over Category 5 cable.

A 2km (6562ft) fiber link is allowed for connecting switch-to-switch, or endstation-to-switch.

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S I

NSTALLING THE

WITCH

This chapter contains the information you need to install and set up the Switch. It covers the following topics:

Choosing a Suitable Site

Rack-mounting

Placing Units On Top of Each Other

Stacking Units

The Power-up Sequence

Choosing the Correct Cables

Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs

Managing the Switch

WARNING: Safety Information. Before installing or removing any components from the Switch 3300 or carrying out any maintenance procedures, you must read the safety information provided in Appendix A of this guide.

AVERTISSEMENT: Consignes de sécurité. Avant d'installer ou d'enlever tout composant du Switch 3300 ou d'entamer une procédure de maintenance, lisez les informations relatives à la sécurité qui se trouvent dans l'Appendice A de ce guide.

WARNHINWEIS: Sicherheitsinformationen. Bevor Sie Komponenten aus dem Switch 3300 entfernen oder dem Switch 3300 hinzufuegen oder Instandhaltungsarbeiten verrichten, lesen Sie die Sicherheitsanweisungen, die in Appendix A (Anhang A) in diesem Handbuch aufgefuehrt sind.

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Choosing a Suitable Site

The Switch is suited for use in an office environment where it can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, or free standing. Alternatively, the Switch can be rack-mounted in a wiring closet or equipment room. A rack-mounting kit, containing two mounting brackets and six screws, is supplied with the Switch.

When deciding where to position the Switch, ensure that:

You are able to meet the configuration rules detailed in “Configuration Rules for Fast Ethernet” on page 20.

The Switch is accessible and cables can be connected easily.

Cabling is away from:

Sources of electrical noise such as radios, transmitters and broadband amplifiers

Power lines and fluorescent lighting fixtures

Water or moisture cannot enter the case of the Switch.

Air-flow is not restricted around the Switch or through the vents in the side of the Switch. We recommend that you provide a minimum of 25mm (1in.) clearance.

No more than four Switch units are placed on top of one another, if the units are free standing.

Rack-mounting The Switch is 1.5U high and fits in most standard 19-inch racks.

CAUTION: Disconnect all cables from the Switch before continuing. Remove all self adhesive pads from the underside of the Switch if they have been fitted.

1 Place the Switch the right way up on a hard flat surface, with the front

facing towards you.

2 Locate a mounting bracket over the mounting holes on one side of the

Switch, as shown in Figure 7.

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Figure 7 Fitting a bracket for rack mounting

3 Insert the three screws and tighten with a suitable screwdriver.

You must use the screws supplied with the mounting brackets. Damage caused to the unit by using incorrect screws invalidates your warranty.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other side of the Switch.

5 Insert the Switch into the 19-inch rack and secure with suitable screws

(not provided). Ensure that ventilation holes are not obstructed.

6 Connect network cabling.

Placing Units On

If the Switch units are free-standing, up to four units can be placed one Top of Each Other

on top of the other. If you are mixing a variety of SuperStack II Switch and Hub units, the smaller units must be positioned at the top.

If you are placing Switch units one on top of the other, you must use the self-adhesive rubber pads supplied. Apply the pads to the underside of each Switch, sticking one in the marked area at each corner. Place the Switch units on top of each other, ensuring that the pads of the upper unit line up with the recesses of the lower unit.

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Stacking Units Units in the Switch 1100/3300 family can be stacked together and then

treated as a single manageable unit with one IP address.

You can stack Switch units together in two ways:

The matrix port on the rear of the Switch allows you to connect two Switch units back-to-back. For this you need a Matrix Cable (part number 3C16965). Contact your supplier for details.

The Expansion Module slot at the rear of the Switch allows you to install a Matrix Module (part number 3C16960). The Matrix Module provides four ports and allows you to interconnect up to four Switch units using Matrix Cables.

Stacking Two Units You can stack two Switch units with a single Matrix Cable. To do this:

1 Power-off both units.

2 Arrange the units as required. They can be rack-mounted or

free-standing; if you choose to have them free-standing, remember to position the rubber feet as detailed in “Placing Units On Top of Each Other” on page 25. When positioning the units, note that Matrix Cables are 1m (3.28ft) long.

3 As shown in Figure 8, connect one end of the Matrix Cable to the matrix port of the top Switch, and the other end to the matrix port of the lower Switch

4 If you use the management software of the units:

Ensure that both units have the same version of management software

Ensure that you re-configure the stack-wide features on both units

For more information about management software, see “Managing the Switch” on page 32.

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Figure 8 A stack of two units

Stacking Up To Four Units

You can stack up to four Switch units with a single SuperStack II Switch Matrix Module and the appropriate number of Matrix Cables.

You only need one Matrix Module for each stack.

To stack up to four Switch units:

1 Power-off all the units.

2 Arrange the units as required. They can be rack-mounted or

3 Install the Matrix Module into one of the units. You can find instructions

for doing this in the documentation that accompanies the Matrix Module. We recommend that for ease of configuration, the Matrix Module should be installed in the bottom Switch of your stack.

4 Connect the Matrix Cables, as shown in Figure 9:

a Connect a Matrix Cable to the port marked Unit 1 on the Matrix

Module. Connect the other end of this cable to the matrix port of the Switch that contains the Matrix Module.

b Connect a second Matrix Cable to the port marked Unit 2 on the

Matrix Module. Connect the other end of this cable to the matrix port of the second Switch.

c Repeat steps a and b for any additional units.

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5 If you use the management software of the units:

Ensure that all the units have the same version of management software

Ensure that you re-configure the stack-wide features on all the units

For more information about management software, see “Managing the Switch” on page 32.

Figure 9 A stack of units with a Matrix Module

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The Power-up Sequence

The following sections describe how to get your Switch 3300 powered-up and ready for operation.

Connecting a Redundant Power System

You can connect a SuperStack II Advanced Redundant Power System (part number 3C16071) to the Switch. This unit, which is also known as an RPS, is designed to maintain the power to your Switch if a power supply failure occurs.

For normal redundancy, the unit requires one Type 2 Power Module (part number 3C16074).

For full redundancy, the unit requires two Type 2 Power Modules combined using a Type 2 Y-Cable (part number 3C16078).

CAUTION: The Switch can only use a SuperStack II Advanced Redundant Power System output.

Powering-up the Switch 3300

Use the following sequence of steps to power-up the Switch.

CAUTION: The Switch has no ON/OFF switch; the only method of connecting or disconnecting main power is by connecting or disconnecting the power cord.

1 Plug the power cord into the power socket at the rear of the Switch.

2 Plug the other end of the power cord into your power outlet

The Switch powers-up and runs through its Power On Self Test (POST), which takes approximately 12 seconds.

Checking for Correct Operation

During the Power On Self Test, all ports on the Switch are disabled and the LEDs light in the following sequence:

All unit LEDs light

Module LEDs light

Port Status LEDs light in a rapid cycle

When the POST has completed, check the Power/Self Test LED to check that your Switch is operating correctly. Table 4 shows possible colors for the LED.

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If there is evidence of a problem, see “Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs” on page 31.

Choosing the Correct Cables

Table 4 LED colors

Color State

Green The Switch is powered-up and

operating normally

Yellow The Switch has failed its Power On Self Test. This occurs if any of the ports fail during power-up.

Off The Switch is not receiving power.

All of the ports on the front of the Switch 3300 are configured as MDIX (cross-over). If you want to make a connection to another MDIX port, you need a cross-over cable. Most of the 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX ports on 3Com devices are MDIX-only. Many ports on workstations and servers are configured as MDI (straight-through). If you want to make a connection to an MDI port, you need to use a standard straight-through cable. This is illustrated in Figure 10.

Figure 10 Connecting other devices to the Switch 3300

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Solving Problems Indicated by LEDs

If the LEDs on the Switch indicate a problem, refer to Table 5 which contains a list of problems and suggested solutions.

Table 5 Problems indicated by LEDs

Problem Suggested Solution

A Power LED does not

Check that the power cable is firmly connected to the light

relevant Switch unit and to the supply outlet. If the connection is secure and there is still no power, you may have a faulty power cord.

On powering-up, the Power/Self Test LED lights yellow and a Unit LED lights green

For information about solving problems when managing the Switch, refer to the Problem Solving chapter in the “SuperStack II Switch Management Guide” (DUA1695-0BAA0x).

The relevant Switch unit has failed its Power On Self Test (POST) because of an internal problem. Contact your supplier for advice.

An Expansion Module Status LED flashes yellow

An unrecognized Expansion Module is installed into the relevant Switch unit. You may need to remove the Module, or upgrade the management software used by the Switch to a version that recognizes the Module. Contact your supplier for further advice.

A link is connected and yet the Status LED for the port does not light

Check that:

All connections are secure.

The devices at both ends of the link are powered-up.

The connection uses cross-over cable if you are linking a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX port with a device that is MDIX-only.

The Packet LED for an Expansion Module is flashing even though there is no external traffic on this link

If you have a Matrix Module installed into your Switch, this is normal operation. Management software in the stack passes packets between units even if there is no other traffic activity.

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Managing the Switch

The Switch contains software that allows you to change and monitor the way it works. This management software is not required to get the Switch working, but if you do use it, you may improve the efficiency of the Switch and therefore improve the overall performance of your network. For information on managing the Switch using the management software, refer to the “SuperStack II Switch Management Guide” (part number DUA1695-0BAA0x).

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I S

AFETY

NFORMATION

You must read the following safety information before carrying out any installation or removal of components, or any maintenance procedures on the Switch 3300.

WARNING: Warnings contain directions that you must follow for your personal safety. Follow all directions carefully. You must read the following safety information carefully before you install or remove the unit.

AVERTISSEMENT: Les avertissements présentent des consignes que vous devez respecter pour garantir votre sécurité personnelle. Vous devez respecter attentivement toutes les consignes. Nous vous demandons de lire attentivement les consignes suivantes de sécurité avant d’installer ou de retirer l’appareil.

WARNHINWEIS: Warnhinweise enthalten Anweisungen, die Sie zu Ihrer eigenen Sicherheit befolgen müssen. Alle Anweisungen sind sorgfältig zu befolgen. Sie müssen die folgenden Sicherheitsinformationen’ sorgfältig durchlesen, bevor Sie das Gerät installieren oder ausbauen.

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Important Safety

Installation and removal of the unit must be carried out by qualified Information

personnel only.

If installing the Switch unit in a stack with SuperStack II Hub units, the Switch 3300 unit must be installed below the narrower Hub units.

The unit should never be connected to an A.C. outlet (power supply) without an earth (ground) connection.

The unit must be connected to an earthed (grounded) outlet to comply with European safety standards.

Power Cord Set: This must be approved for the country where it is used:

U.S.A. and

The cord set must be UL-approved and CSA certified. Canada

The minimum specification for the flexible cord is: No. 18 AWG Type SV or SJ 3-conductor

The cord set must have a rated current capacity of at least 10A.

The attachment plug must be an earth-grounding type with a NEMA 5-15P (15A, 125V) or NEMA 6-15P (15A, 250V) configuration.

Denmark

The supply plug must comply with section 107-2-D1, standard DK2-1a or DK2-5a.

Switzerland

The supply plug must comply with SEV/ASE 1011.

The appliance coupler (the connector to the unit and not the wall plug) must have a configuration for mating with an EN60320/IEC320 appliance inlet.

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.

This unit operates under SELV (Safety Extra Low Voltage) conditions according to IEC 950. The conditions are only maintained if the equipment to which it is connected also operates under SELV conditions.

Switzerland only: The supply plug must comply with SEV/ASE 1011.

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France and Peru only: This unit cannot be powered from IT† supplies. If your supplies are of IT type, this unit must be powered by 230V (2P+T) via an isolation transformer ratio 1:1, with the secondary connection point labelled Neutral, connected directly to earth (ground). †Impédance à la terre.

U.K. only: The Switch 3300 is covered by Oftel General Approval, NS/G/12345/J/100003, for indirect connection to a public telecommunications system. This can only be achieved using the console port on the unit and an approved modem.

Sockets for Redundant Power System (RPS): Only connect an Advanced Redundant Power System (3C16071) with Type 2 Power Modules and Type 2 cables to the Redundant Power System socket.

WARNING: RJ45 Ports. These are shielded RJ45 data sockets. They cannot be used as telephone sockets. Only connect RJ45 data connectors to these sockets.

Either shielded or unshielded data cables with shielded or unshielded jacks can be connected to these data sockets.

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L’information de

L'installation et la dépose de ce groupe doivent être confiés à un Sécurité Importante

personnel qualifié.

Si vous entassez l'unité Switch avec les unités SuperStack II Hub, l'unité Switch 3300 doit être installée en dessous des unités Hub plus étroites.

L’unité ne devrait pas etre branchee a une prise de courant C.A. (source de courant) sous aucun prétexte sans un branchement mise à la terre (mise à la masse).

Vous devez raccorder ce groupe à une sortie mise à la terre (mise à la masse) afin de respecter les normes européennes de sécurité.

Cordon électrique: Il doit être agréé dans le pays d'utilisation:

Etats-Unis et

Le cordon doit avoir reçu l'homologation des UL et un Canada

certificat de la CSA

Le cordon souple doit respecter, à titre minimum, les spécifications suivantes :

calibre 18 AWG

type SV ou 5J

à 3 conducteurs

Le cordon doit être en mesure d'acheminer un courant nominal d'au moins 10 A

La prise femelle de branchement doit être du type à mise à la terre (mise à la masse) et respecter la configuration NEMA 5-15P (15 A, 125 V) ou NEMA 6-15P (15 A, 250 V)

Danemark

La prise mâle d'alimentation doit respecter la section 107-2 D1 de la norme DK2 1a ou DK2 5a

Suisse

La prise mâle d'alimentation doit respecter la norme SEV/ASE 1011

Le coupleur d'appareil (le connecteur du groupe et non pas la prise murale) doit respecter une configuration qui permet un branchement sur une entrée d'appareil EN60320/CEI 320.

La prise secteur doit se trouver à proximité de l’appareil et son accès doit être facile. Vous ne pouvez mettre l’appareil hors circuit qu'en débranchant son cordon électrique au niveau de cette prise.

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L’appareil fonctionne à une tension extrêmement basse de sécurité qui est conforme à la norme CEI 950. Ces conditions ne sont maintenues que si l'équipement auquel il est raccordé fonctionne dans les mêmes conditions.

France et Pérou uniquement: Ce groupe ne peut pas être alimenté par un dispositif à impédance à la terre. Si vos alimentations sont du type impédance à la terre, ce groupe doit être alimenté par une tension de 230 V (2 P+T) par le biais d'un transformateur d'isolement à rapport 1:1, avec un point secondaire de connexion portant l'appellation Neutre et avec raccordement direct à la terre (masse).

Branchez uniquement un Advanced Redundant Power System (3C16071) avec Type 2 Power Modules et Type 2 câbles sur la prise femelle du Redundant Power System.

AVERTISSEMENT: Les ports RJ45. Il s'agit de prises femelles blindées de données RJ45. Vous ne pouvez pas les utiliser comme prise de téléphone. Branchez uniquement des connecteurs de données RJ45 sur ces prises femelles.

Les câbles de données blindés ou non blindés, avec les jacks blindés ou non blindés, l'un ou l'autre, peuvent être branchés à ces prises de courant de données.

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Wichtige Sicherheitsinformat ionen

Die Installation und der Ausbau des Geräts darf nur durch Fachpersonal erfolgen.

Wenn die Switch 3300 Einheit in einer Stapel mit anderen SuperStack II Hub Einheiten eingebaut werden soll, muß die Switch 3300 Einheit unter die schmaleren Hub Einheiten eingebaut werden.

Das Gerät ist unter keinen umständen an einen Wechselstrom (A.C.) Netzstecker anzuschließen ohne erdungsleitung.

Das Gerät muß an eine geerdete Steckdose angeschlossen werden, die die europäischen Sicherheitsnormen erfüllt.

Der Anschlußkabelsatz muß mit den Bestimmungen des Landes übereinstimmen, in dem er verwendet werden soll.

Der Gerätestecker (der Anschluß an das Gerät, nicht der Wandsteckdosenstecker) muß eine passende Konfiguration für einen Geräteeingang gemäß EN60320/IEC320 haben.

Die Netzsteckdose muß in der Nähe des Geräts und leicht zugänglich sein. Die Stromversorgung des Geräts kann nur durch Herausziehen des Gerätenetzkabels aus der Netzsteckdose unterbrochen werden.

Der Betrieb dieses Geräts erfolgt unter den SELV-Bedingungen (Sicherheitskleinstspannung) gemäß IEC 950. Diese Bedingungen sind nur gegeben, wenn auch die an das Gerät angeschlossenen Geräte unter SELV-Bedingungen betrieben werden.

Nur ein Advanced Redundant Power System (3C16071) mit Type 2 Power Modules und Type 2 kabel an den Redundant Power System Anschluß anschließen.

WARNHINWEIS: RJ45 Ports. RJ45-Anschlüsse. Dies sind abgeschirmte RJ45-Datenbuchsen. Sie können nicht als Telefonanschlußbuchsen verwendet werden. An diesen Buchsen dürfen nur RJ45-Datenstecker angeschlossen werden.

Diese Datenstecker können entweder mit abgeschirmten oder unabgeschirmten Datenkabeln mit abgeschirmten oder unabgeschirmten Klinkensteckern verbunden werden.

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P B

OUTS

Null Modem Cable 9-pin to RS-232 25-pin

PC-AT Serial Cable 9-pin to 9-pin

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Modem Cable 9-pin to RS-232 25-pin

RJ45 Pin Assignments

Pin assignments are identical for 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX RJ45 connectors

Table 6 Pin assignments

Pin Number Signal Function

Ports configured as MDI

1 TxData + Transmit data

2 TxData – Transmit data

3 RxData + Receive Data

4 Not assigned

5 Not assigned

6 RxData – Receive data

7 Not assigned

8 Not assigned

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Table 6 Pin assignments

Pin Number Signal Function

Ports configured as MDIX

1 RxData + Receive Data

2 RxData – Receive Data

3 TxData + Transmit data

4 Not assigned

5 Not assigned

6 TxData – Transmit data

7 Not assigned

8 Not assigned

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T C

ECHNICAL

PECIFICATIONS

Physical Dimensions Height: 76mm (3.0 in.) x Width: 483mm (19.0 in.) x Depth 300mm (12.0 in.)

Weight: 4kg (8.8lbs) Environmental Requirements

Operating Temperature 0° to 50°C (32° to 122°F)

Storage Temperature –10° to +70°C (14° to 158°F)

Operating Humidity 10–95% relative humidity, non-condensing

Standards EN60068 (IEC68)

Safety

Agency Certifications UL 1950, EN60950, CSA 22.2 No. 950, IEC 950

EMC

Emissions EN55022 Class B*, FCC Part 15 subpart B Class A, ICES-003 Class A, VCCI Class

B*, AS/NZS 3548 Class B*, CNS 13438 Class A

* Category 5 screened cables must be used to ensure compliance with the class B requirements of this standard. The use of unscreened cables (category 3 or 5 for 10BASE-T ports or category 5 for 100BASE-TX ports) complies with the class A requirements.

Immunity EN50082-1

Heat Dissipation 171 watts maximum (583 BTU/hour maximum) Power Supply

AC Line Frequency 50/60Hz

Input Voltage Options 90–240 VAC

Current Rating 3amps (maximum)

(continued)

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Standards Supported SNMP

SNMP protocol (RFC 1157)

MIB-II (RFC 1213)

Bridge MIB (RFC 1493)

Repeater MIB (RFC 1516)

VLAN MIB (RFC 1573)

RMON MIB (RFC 1271)

BOOTP (RFC 951)

Terminal Emulation

Telnet (RFC 854)

Protocols Used for Administration

UDP (RFC 768)

IP (RFC 791)

ICMP (RFC 792)

TCP (RFC 793)

ARP (RFC 826)

TFTP (RFC 783)

Year 2000 Compliance For information on Year 2000 Compliance and 3Com products, visit the 3Com

Year 2000 Web page:

http://www.3Com.com/products/yr2000.html

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T D

ECHNICAL

UPPORT

3Com provides easy access to technical support information through a variety of services. This appendix describes these services.

Information contained in this appendix is correct at time of publication. For the most recent information, 3Com recommends that you access the 3Com Corporation World Wide Web site.

Online Technical Services

3Com offers worldwide product support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through the following online systems:

World Wide Web site

3Com Knowledgebase Web Services

3Com FTP site

3Com Bulletin Board Service (3Com BBS)

3Com Facts

Automated Fax Service

World Wide Web Site To access the latest networking information on the 3Com Corporation

World Wide Web site, enter this URL into your Internet browser:

http://www.3com.com/

This service provides access to online support information such as technical documentation and software, as well as support options that range from technical education to maintenance and professional services.

3Com Knowledgebase Web Services

This interactive tool contains technical product information compiled by 3Com expert technical engineers around the globe. Located on the World Wide Web at http://knowledgebase.3com.com, this service gives all 3Com customers and partners complementary, round-the-clock access to technical information on most 3Com products.

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3Com FTP Site Download drivers, patches, software, and MIBs across the Internet from the

3Com public FTP site. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

To connect to the 3Com FTP site, enter the following information into your FTP client:

Hostname: ftp.3com.com

Username: anonymous

Password: <your Internet e-mail address>

You do not need a user name and password with Web browser software such as Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer.

3Com Bulletin Board Service

The 3Com BBS contains patches, software, and drivers for 3Com products. This service is available through analog modem or digital modem (ISDN) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Access by Analog Modem To reach the service by modem, set your modem to 8 data bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit. Call the telephone number nearest you:

Country Data Rate Telephone Number

Australia Up to 14,400 bps 61 2 9955 2073

Brazil Up to 28,800 bps 55 11 5181 9666

France Up to 14,400 bps 33 1 6986 6954

Germany Up to 28,800 bps 4989 62732 188

Hong Kong Up to 14,400 bps 852 2537 5601

Italy Up to 14,400 bps 39 2 27300680

Japan Up to 14,400 bps 81 3 5977 7977

Mexico Up to 28,800 bps 52 5 520 7835

P.R. of China Up to 14,400 bps 86 10 684 92351

Taiwan, R.O.C. Up to 14,400 bps 886 2 377 5840

U.K. Up to 28,800 bps 44 1442 438278

U.S.A. Up to 53,333 bps 1 847 262 6000

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Access by Digital Modem ISDN users can dial in to the 3Com BBS using a digital modem for fast access up to 64 Kbps. To access the 3Com BBS using ISDN, call the following number:

1 847 262 6000

3Com Facts Automated Fax Service

The 3Com Facts automated fax service provides technical articles, diagrams, and troubleshooting instructions on 3Com products 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Call 3Com Facts using your Touch-Tone telephone:

1 408 727 7021

Support from Your Network Supplier

If you require additional assistance, contact your network supplier. Many suppliers 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.

When you contact your network supplier for assistance, have the following information ready:

Product model name, part number, and serial number

A list of system hardware and software, including revision levels

Diagnostic error messages

Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable

If you are unable to contact your network supplier, see the following section on how to contact 3Com.

Support from 3Com If you are unable to obtain assistance from the 3Com online technical

resources or from your network supplier, 3Com offers technical telephone support services. To find out more about your support options, call the 3Com technical telephone support phone number at the location nearest you.

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When you contact 3Com for assistance, have the following information ready:

Product model name, part number, and serial number

A list of system hardware and software, including revision levels

Diagnostic error messages

Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable

Here is a list of worldwide technical telephone support numbers:

Country Telephone Number Country Telephone Number

Asia, Pacific Rim Australia Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Malaysia New Zealand Pakistan Philippines

1 800 678 515 800 933 486 +61 2 9937 5085 001 800 61 009 0031 61 6439 1800 801 777 0800 446 398 +61 2 9937 5085 1235 61 266 2602

P.R. of China

Singapore S. Korea

From anywhere in S. Korea: From Seoul: Taiwan, R.O.C. Thailand

10800 61 00137 or 021 6350 1590 800 6161 463

00798 611 2230 (0)2 3455 6455 0080 611 261 001 800 611 2000

Europe From anywhere in Europe, call: +31 (0)30 6029900 phone

+31 (0)30 6029999 fax

Europe, South Africa, and Middle East From the following countries, you may use the toll-free numbers:

Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany Hungary Ireland Israel Italy

0800 297468 0800 71429 800 17309 0800 113153 0800 917959 0800 1821502 00800 12813 1800 553117 1800 9453794 1678 79489

Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland U.K.

0800 0227788 800 11376 00800 3111206 0800 831416 0800 995014 900 983125 020 795482 0800 55 3072 0800 966197

Latin America Argentina Brazil Chile Colombia

AT&T +800 666 5065 0800 13 3266 1230 020 0645 98012 2127

Mexico Peru Puerto Rico Venezuela

01 800 CARE (01 800 2273) AT&T +800 666 5065 800 666 5065 AT&T +800 666 5065

North America 1 800 NET 3Com (1 800 638 3266)

Enterprise Customers: 1 800 876-3266

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Returning Products for Repair

Before you send a product directly to 3Com for repair, you must first obtain an authorization number. Products sent to 3Com without authorization numbers will be returned to the sender unopened, at the sender’s expense.

To obtain an authorization number, call or fax:

Country Telephone Number Fax Number

Asia, Pacific Rim + 65 543 6500 + 65 543 6348

Europe, South Africa, and Middle East

+ 31 30 6029900 + 31 30 6029999

Latin America 1 408 326 2927 1 408 326 3355

From the following countries, you may call the toll-free numbers; select option 2 and then option 2:

Austria Belgium Denmark Finland France Germany Hungary Ireland Israel Italy Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland U.K.

0800 297468 0800 71429 800 17309 0800 113153 0800 917959 0800 1821502 00800 12813 1800553117 1800 9453794 1678 79489 0800 0227788 800 11376 00800 3111206 0800 831416 0800 995014 900 983125 020 795482 0800 55 3072 0800 966197

U.S.A. and Canada 1 800 NET 3Com (1 800 638 3266)

Enterprise Customers: 1 800 876 3266

1 408 326 7120 (not toll-free)

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GLOSSARY

10BASE-T The IEEE specification for 10Mbps Ethernet over Category 3, 4 or 5

twisted pair cable.

100BASE-FX The IEEE specification for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet over fiber-optic cable.

100BASE-TX The IEEE specification for 100Mbps Fast Ethernet over Category 5

twisted-pair cable.

auto-negotiation A feature on twisted pair ports that allows them to advertise their

capabilities for speed, duplex and flow control. When connected to a port that also supports auto-negotiation, the link can automatically configure itself to the optimum setup.

backbone The part of a network used as a primary path for transporting traffic

between network segments.

bandwidth The information capacity, measured in bits per second, that a channel

can transmit. The bandwidth of Ethernet is 10Mbps, the bandwidth of Fast Ethernet is 100Mbps.

baud The signalling rate of a line, that is, the number of transitions (voltage

or frequency changes) made per second. Also known as line speed.

bridge A device that interconnects two LANs of a different type to form a

single logical network that comprises of two network segments.

Bridges learn which endstations are on which network segment by examining the source addresses of packets. They then use this information to forward packets based on their destination address. This process is known as filtering.

broadcast A packet sent to all devices on a network.

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broadcast storm Multiple simultaneous broadcasts that typically absorb all the available network bandwidth and can cause a network to fail. Broadcast storms can be due to faulty network devices.

collision A term used to describe two colliding packets in an Ethernet network.

Collisions are a part of normal Ethernet operation, but a sudden prolonged increase in the number of collisions can indicate a problem with a device, particularly if it is not accompanied by a general increase in traffic.

CSMA/CD Carrier-sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection. The protocol

defined in Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 standards in which devices transmit only after finding a data channel clear for a period of time. When two devices transmit simultaneously, a collision occurs and the colliding devices delay their retransmissions for a random length of time.

endstation A computer, printer or server that is connected to a network.

Ethernet A LAN specification developed jointly by Xerox, Intel and Digital

Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks use CSMA/CD to transmit packets at a rate of 10Mbps over a variety of cables.

Ethernet address See MAC address.

Fast Ethernet An Ethernet system that is designed to operate at 100Mbps.

forwarding The process of sending a packet toward its destination using a

networking device.

filtering The process of screening a packet for certain characteristics, such as

source address, destination address, or protocol. Filtering is used to determine whether traffic is to be forwarded, and can also prevent unauthorized access to a network or network devices.

flow control A congestion control mechanism. Congestion is caused by devices

sending traffic to already overloaded port on a Switch. Flow control prevents packet loss and inhibits devices from generating more traffic until the period of congestion ends.

full duplex A system that allows packets to be transmitted and received at the

same time and, in effect, doubles the potential throughput of a link.

half duplex A system that allows packets to transmitted and received, but not at

the same time. Contrast with full duplex.

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hub A device that regenerates LAN traffic so that the transmission distance

of that signal can be extended. Hubs are similar to repeaters, in that they connect LANs of the same type; however they connect more LANs than a repeater and are generally more sophisticated.

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. This American

organization was founded in 1963 and sets standards for computers and communications.

IEEE 802.1D A standard that defines the behavior of bridges in an Ethernet network.

IETF Internet Engineering Task Force. An organization responsible for

providing engineering solutions for TCP/IP networks. In the network management area, this group is responsible for the development of the SNMP protocol.

IP Internet Protocol. IP is a layer 3 network protocol that is the standard

for sending data through a network. IP is part of the TCP/IP set of protocols that describe the routing of packets to addressed devices.

IPX Internetwork Packet Exchange. IPX is a layer 3 and 4 network protocol

designed for networks that use Novell® Netware®.

IP address Internet Protocol address. A unique identifier for a device attached to a

network using TCP/IP. The address is written as four octets separated with periods (full-stops), and is made up of a network section, an optional subnet section and a host section.

LAN Local Area Network. A network of endstations (such as PCs, printers,

servers) and network devices (hubs and switches) that cover a relatively small geographic area (usually not larger than a floor or building). LANs are characterized by high transmission speeds over short distances (up to 1000m).

line speed See baud.

loop An event that occurs when two network devices are connected by

more than one path, thereby causing packets to repeatedly cycle around the network and not reach their destination.

MAC Media Access Control. A protocol specified by the IEEE for determining

which devices have access to a network at any one time.

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MAC address Media Access Control address; also called hardware or physical address.

A layer 2 address associated with a particular network device. Most devices that connect to a LAN have a MAC address assigned to them as they are used to identify other devices in a network. MAC addresses are 6 bytes long.

MDI Medium Dependent Interface. An Ethernet port connection where the

transmitter of one device is connected to the receiver of another device.

MDI-X Medium Dependent Interface Cross-over. An Ethernet port connection

where the internal transmit and receive lines are crossed.

multicast A packet sent to a specific group of endstations on a network.

NIC Network Interface Card. A circuit board installed in an endstation that

allows it to be connected to a network.

POST Power On Self Test. An internal test that a Switch carries out when it is

powered-up.

protocol A set of rules for communication between devices on a network. The rules dictate format, timing, sequencing and error control.

repeater A simple device that regenerates LAN traffic so that the transmission

distance of that signal can be extended. Repeaters are used to connect two LANs of the same network type.

router A device that provides WAN links between geographically separate

networks.

RPS Redundant Power System. A device that provides a backup source of

power when connected to a Switch.

segment A section of a LAN that is connected to the rest of the network using a

switch or bridge.

server A computer in a network that is shared by multiple endstations. Servers

provide endstations with access to shared network services such as computer files and printer queues.

SLIP Serial Line Internet Protocol. A protocol that allows IP to run over a

serial line (console port) connection.

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SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol. The current IETF standard

protocol for managing devices on an TCP/IP network.

stack A group of network devices that are integrated to form a single logical

device.

STP See Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).

switch A device that interconnects several LANs to form a single logical LAN

that comprises of several LAN segments. Switches are similar to bridges, in that they connect LANs of a different type; however they connect more LANs than a bridge and are generally more sophisticated.

Switch Database A database that is stored by a switch to determine if a packet should be forwarded, and which port should forward the packet if it is to be forwarded.

TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. This is the name for two of the most well-known protocols developed for the interconnection of networks. Originally a UNIX standard, TCP/IP is now supported on almost all platforms, and is the protocol of the Internet.

TCP relates to the content of the data travelling through a network — ensuring that the information sent arrives in one piece when it reaches its destination. IP relates to the address of the endstation to which data is being sent, as well as the address of the destination network.

Telnet A TCP/IP application protocol that provides a virtual terminal service,

letting a user log into another computer system and access a device as if the user were connected directly to the device.

TFTP Trivial File Transfer Protocol. Allows you to transfer files (such as

software upgrades) from a remote device using the local management capabilities of the Switch.

unicast A packet sent to a single endstation on a network.

WAN Wide Area Network. A communications network that covers a wide

area. A WAN can cover a large geographic area, and may contain several LANs within it.

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INDEX

Numbers 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports 13 3C number 15 3Com bulletin board service (3Com BBS) 46 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 45 3Com URL 45 3ComFacts 47

A auto-negotiating ports 13

B bulletin board service 46

C cable

choosing the correct 30 Matrix 16 maximum length 13, 21 pin-outs 39 console port 16 conventions

notice icons, About This Guide 8 text, About This Guide 8 cross-over configuration 13, 30

E Ethernet address of the Switch 15 Expansion Module slot 16

F Fast Ethernet configuration rules 20 fax service (3ComFacts) 47 full duplex configuration rules 21

G glossary 51

H hardware features 12

I installing the Switch 23 prerequisites 24

L LEDs 13 Light Emitting Diodes. See LEDs

M MAC address of the Switch 15 management software 32 managing the Switch 32 Matrix Cable 16 Matrix Module 16 Matrix Module slot 16 matrix port 16 MDI configuration 30 MDIX configuration 13, 30 MIBs 46

N network configuration examples 17 network supplier support 47

O online technical services 45

P pin assignments

modem cable 40 null modem cable 39 RJ45 40 serial cable 39 pin-outs 39 ports

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10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 13 auto-negotiating 13 console 16 matrix 16 power socket 15 powering-up a Switch 3300 29 product name 15

R rack mounting a Switch 3300 24 Redundant Power System. See RPS returning products for repair 49 RPS 15

connecting 29 socket 15

S safety information English 34 French 36 German 38 segment, maximum length 13, 21 serial number of the Switch 15 serial port. See console port socket

power 15 RPS 15 specifications, system 43 stacking a Switch 3300 26 standards supported 44 straight-through configuration 30 Switch 3300

10BASE-T/100BASE-TX ports 13 3C number 15 console port 16 dimensions 43 Ethernet address 15 features 12 installation 23, 24 MAC address 15 power socket 15 powering-up 29 product name 15 rack mounting 24 rear view 15 RPS socket 15 serial number 15 size 43 stacking 26 standards supported 44 unit information label 15

weight 43 system specifications 43

T technical support

3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 45 3Com URL 45 bulletin board service 46 fax service 47 network suppliers 47 product repair 49 topology rules for Fast Ethernet 20 topology rules with full duplex 21

U unit information label 15 URL 45

W World Wide Web (WWW) 45

Y Year 2000 compliance 44

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3Com Corporation LIMITED WARRANTY

SUPERSTACK

® II SWITCH 3300

HARDWARE 3Com warrants this hardware product to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal

use and service, for the following length of time from the date of purchase from 3Com or its authorized reseller:

3Com’s sole obligation under this express warranty shall be, at 3Com’s option and expense, to repair the defective product or part, deliver to Customer an equivalent product or part to replace the defective item, or if neither of the two foregoing options is reasonably available, 3Com may, in its sole discretion, refund to Customer the purchase price paid for the defective product. All products that are replaced will become the property of 3Com. Replacement products may be new or reconditioned. 3Com warrants any replaced or repaired product or part for ninety (90) days from shipment, or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever is longer.

Advance Replacement is provided for five (5) years, after which time it may be available for a specified fee. 3Com will ship the replacement product not later than five (5) business days after receiving the request for advance replacement, BUT MAY BE DELAYED DUE TO EXPORT OR IMPORT PROCEDURES. When an advance replacement is provided and Customer fails to return the original product to 3Com within fifteen (15) days after shipment of the replacement, 3Com will charge Customer for the replacement, at list price.

SOFTWARE 3Com warrants that each software program licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to its

program specifications, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from 3Com or its authorized reseller. 3Com warrants the media containing software against failure during the warranty period. No updates are provided. 3Com's sole obligation under this express warranty shall be, at 3Com's option and expense, to refund the purchase price paid by Customer for any defective software product, or to replace any defective media with software which substantially conforms to applicable 3Com published specifications. Customer assumes responsibility for the selection of the appropriate applications program and associated reference materials. 3Com makes no warranty or representation that its software products will meet Customer’s requirements or work in combination with any hardware or applications software products provided by third parties, that the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the software products will be corrected. For any third party products listed in the 3Com software product documentation or specifications as being compatible, 3Com will make reasonable efforts to provide compatibility, except where the non-compatibility is caused by a "bug" or defect in the third party's product or from use of the software product not in accordance with 3Com’s published specifications or user manual.

YEAR 2000 WARRANTY In addition to the Hardware Warranty and Software Warranty stated above, 3Com warrants that each

product sold or licensed to Customer on and after January 1, 1998 that is date sensitive will continue performing properly with regard to such date data on and after January 1, 2000, provided that all other products used by Customer in connection or combination with the 3Com product, including hardware, software, and firmware, accurately exchange date data with the 3Com product, with the exception of those products identified at 3Com’s Web site, http://www.3com.com/products/yr2000.html, as not meeting this standard. If it appears that any product that is stated to meet this standard does not perform properly with regard to such date data on and after January 1, 2000, and Customer notifies 3Com before the later of April 1, 2000, or ninety (90) days after purchase of the product from 3Com or its authorized reseller, 3Com shall, at its option and expense, provide a software update which would effect the proper performance of such product, repair such product, deliver to Customer an equivalent product to replace such product, or if none of the foregoing is feasible, refund to Customer the purchase price paid for such product.

Any software update or replaced or repaired product will carry a Year 2000 Warranty for ninety (90) days after purchase or until April 1, 2000, whichever is later.

OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

Lifetime,

except that the Fan and Power Supply hardware (if any) are warranted for five (5) years

Customer must contact a 3Com Corporate Service Center or an Authorized 3Com Service Center within the applicable warranty period to obtain warranty service authorization. Dated proof of purchase from 3Com or its authorized reseller may be required. Products returned to 3Com's Corporate Service Center must be pre-authorized by 3Com with a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number marked on the outside of the package, and sent prepaid and packaged appropriately for safe shipment, and it is recommended that they be insured or sent by a method that provides for tracking of the package. The repaired or replaced item will be shipped to Customer, at 3Com's expense, not later than thirty (30) days after 3Com receives the defective product.

Dead- or Defective-on-Arrival. In the event a product completely fails to function or exhibits a defect in materials or workmanship within the first forty-eight (48) hours of installation but no later than thirty (30)

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days after the date of purchase, and this is verified by 3Com, it will be considered dead- or defective-on-arrival (DOA) and a replacement shall be provided by advance replacement. The replacement product will normally be shipped not later than three (3) business days after 3Com’s verification of the DOA product, but may be delayed due to export or import procedures. When an advance replacement is provided and Customer fails to return the original product to 3Com within fifteen (15) days after shipment of the replacement, 3Com will charge Customer for the replacement product, at list price.

3Com shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to 3Com for repair, whether under warranty or not.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Telephone Support. This SuperStack II® product comes with telephone technical support for ninety (90) days. The ninety (90) day period begins on the date of Customer's product purchase.

The telephone technical support is available from 3Com from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., local time, Monday through Friday, excluding local holidays. Telephone technical support is limited to the 3Com products designated above and may include assistance with installation, product specific configuration, and identification of equipment problems. Please refer to the Technical Support appendix in the User Guide for telephone numbers.

Response to requests for telephone technical support will be in the form of a return call from a 3Com representative by close of business the following business day.

To qualify for this 90 days of telephone technical support, you must register on the 3Com Web site at http://support.3Com.com/index.htm, and provide your date of purchase, product number, and serial number. 3Com reserves the right to modify or cancel this telephone support offering at any time, without advance notice. This offer is not available where prohibited or restricted by law.

WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE IF A 3COM PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, CUSTOMER'S SOLE REMEDY FOR

BREACH OF THAT WARRANTY SHALL BE REPAIR, REPLACEMENT, OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AT 3COM'S OPTION. TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, TERMS, OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES, TERMS, OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, CORRESPONDENCE WITH DESCRIPTION, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT, ALL OF WHICH ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. 3COM NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS.

3COM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT OR MALFUNCTION IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY CUSTOMER'S OR ANY THIRD PERSON'S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO OPEN, REPAIR OR MODIFY THE PRODUCT, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING, OTHER HAZARDS, OR ACTS OF GOD.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY TO THE FULL EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, 3COM ALSO EXCLUDES FOR ITSELF AND ITS SUPPLIERS ANY

LIABILITY, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR INTERRUPTION OF ITS PRODUCTS, EVEN IF 3COM OR ITS AUTHORIZED RESELLER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, AND LIMITS ITS LIABILITY TO 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.

DISCLAIMER Some countries, states, or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or the

limitation of incidental or consequential damages for certain products supplied to consumers, or the limitation of liability for personal injury, so the above limitations and exclusions may be limited in their application to you. When the implied warranties are not allowed to be excluded in their entirety, they will be limited to the duration of the applicable written warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary depending on local law.

GOVERNING LAW This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, U.S.A. excluding its conflicts of

laws principles and excluding the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.

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EMC STATEMENTS

FCC STATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to

part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference to radio communications, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

CSA STATEMENT This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment

Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

VCCI STATEMENT

BCIQ STATEMENT

INFORMATION TO THE USER If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient the receiving antenna.

Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver.

Move the equipment away from the receiver.

Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.

If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:

How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems

This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

In order to meet FCC emissions limits, this equipment must be used only with cables which comply with IEEE 802.3.

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