3Com 3C16791B-US User Guide - Page 3

Introduction 4 Creating your Network 4 Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 5 Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 6 All Units-Rear 7 How the Switch Can Be Used 8 Switching 8 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 9 Before You Start 9 Unit Connections 9 Workstation Connections 10 Twisted Pair (TP) Cables 10 Stacking the Units Together 11 The Rubber Feet 11 The Stacking Clip 11 Positioning Your Switch 12 Securing Your Switch 12 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Switch 13 Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch 13 Checking Unit Connections 14 Spot Checks 14 Problem Solving 15 Networking Terminology 17 Dimensions and Standards 19 Dimensions and Operating Conditions 19 Standards 19 Environmental Statements 20 End Of Life Statement 20 Regulated Materials Statement 20 Environmental Statement about the Documentation 20 Environmental Statement about the Product Packaging 20 Important Safety Information 21 Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 22 Consignes importantes de sécurité 23 Technical Support 24 Online Technical Services 24 World Wide Web Site 24 3Com Knowledgebase Web Services 24 Support from Your Network Supplier 25 Support from 3Com 25 Returning Products for Repair 27 3Com Corporation Limited Warranty 28 Regulatory Notices 30 3