3Com 3C16792A User Guide - Page 3

Introduction 5 Creating your Network 6 Dual Speed Switch 4-Front 6 Dual Speed Switch 8 and Dual Speed 16-Front 7 All Units-Rear 8 How the Switch Can Be Used 9 Switching 9 Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks 10 Before You Start 10 Unit Connections 10 Workstation Connections 11 Twisted Pair (TP) Cables 11 Stacking the Units Together 12 The Rubber Feet 12 The Stacking Clip 12 Positioning Your Switch 13 Securing Your Switch 13 Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Switch 14 Connecting OfficeConnect Units to Your Switch 14 Checking Unit Connections 15 Spot Checks 15 Problem Solving 16 Networking Terminology 18 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 28 3Com Corporation Limited Warranty 29 Electromagnetic Compatibility 32 3