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DUA1673-0AAA01
Published
September 1996
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NTRODUCTION
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 now only large businesses
could afford the networking advantage.
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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 140 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 140, this
guide uses the term 'switch' .
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Small Network With OfficeConnect Switch (Circle Shows Units Clipped Together)
The OfficeConnect switch has four 10BASE-T ports and
one 100BASE-TX port, which allows you to connect
10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX hubs and workstations
together.
This guide helps you get the most out of your switch.
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- Page 1 DUA1673-0AAA01 Published September 1996 NTRODUCTION 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 now only large businesses could afford the networking advantage.
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Page 2: Your Network
REATING ETWORK Switch 140 Networking Terminology A Network Loop occurs when two pieces of network equipment are connected by more than one path. A Network is a collection of workstations (for example, IBM-compatible PCs) and other equipment (for example, A Segment is the length of c able connected to a port . printers), connected for the purpose of exchanging Packets are the units of information your workstations and other information or sharing resources. -
Page 3: How The Switch Can Be Used
If you have any high performance workstations that One 10BASE-T or require a lot of bandwidth, connect them directly to the 100BASE-TX adapter card switch. for each workstation . 3Com produce a range of easy to install network adapters, which provide your workstation with a 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection . -
Page 4: Using The Rubber Feet And Stacking Clips
Using the Rubber Feet and Stacking Clips Positioning Your OfficeConnect Switch The four self-adhesive rubber feet prevent your switch When installing your OfficeConnect switch, ensure: from sliding around on your desk. Stick the feet to the It is out of direct sunlight and away from sources of heat. marked areas at each corner of the underside of your Cabling is away from power lines, fluorescent lighting switch. -
Page 5: Connecting A 100Base-Tx Hub
Connecting workstations and other equipment to your Connecting a 100BASE-TX Hub switch is easy. Use 10BASE-T cables to connect any You can connect a 100BASE-TX OfficeConnect hub to 10BASE-T workstations to any of the switch’s four your switch using the following method: 10BASE-T RJ45 ports. - Page 6 3Com Corporation , 5400 Bayfront Plaza, Santa Clara, California, 95052-8145 © 3Com Ireland, 1996. All rights reserved. No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used t o make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation, or adaptation) without permission from 3Com Ireland.
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Page 7: Dimensions And Operating Conditions
ROBLEM OLVING The OfficeConnect switch has been designed to aid you Excessive amounts of broadcast frames — Some when detecting and solving possible problems with your pieces of network equipment operate by sending network. These problems are rarely serious; the cause is out broadcast frames regularly. -
Page 8: Limited Warranty
OR DATA, OR OTHER FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from 3Com or its Authorized THE SALE, INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE, OR Reseller.