OfficeConnect®Ethernet Hub 16C (3C16702A)User Guide

Introduction

Ethernet Hub 16C—Front

Ethernet Hub 16C—Rear

Before You Start

Stacking the Units together

Positioning Your OfficeConnect Hub

Connecting Workstations and Other Equipment to Your Hub

Connecting Hubs Using 10BASE-T

Dimensions and Operating Conditions

Environmental Statements

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key benefits

network diagram

features and benefits

specifications

OfficeConnect

Network Terminology

How the Switch Can Be Used

LEDs and Ports

Twisted Pair (TP) Cables

Using the Rubber Feet and Stacking Clips

Wall Mounting Your OfficeConnect Switch

Connecting OfficeConnect Hubs to Your Switch

Connecting a 100BASE-TX Hub

Checking Hub Connections

Why Manage Your Switch?

How You Can Manage Your Switch

SNMP Network Management

Making a Management Connection to Your Switch

Managing Through the Console Port

Managing Over the Network

RMON Features of the Switch

Your Web Browser

Configuring Your Browser

About the Web Interface

Web Interface Map

Using the Web Interface

Page Components

Online Help System

Unit Pages

Unit Status

Alert LED

Console Port Configuration

Port Setup

Management Settings Pages

Getting Started

Location

System Name

Forwarding Mode

Initialize

Reset

Switch Database

Port Graph

Unit Graph

Using a Terminal Emulator

HyperTerminal

Starting the CLI

Logging Off

CLI Menu Structure

Quick Guide to the Commands

Commands

Viewing the Configuration

Resetting the Switch

Initializing the Switch

Isolating a Problem

Solving Problems With the Switch

Solving Problems With the Web Interface

Solving Problems With the Command Line Interface

Solving Problems With an SNMP Network Management Application

Dimensions and Operating Environment

Cabling

Examples of Null Modem Cables You Can Use

Modem Cable

Obtaining a Registered IP Address

IPX Addresses

Using the Serial Web Utility

Solving Problems With the Serial Web Utility

Online Technical Services

ComFacts Automated Fax Service

Support from Your Network Supplier

Naming Convention

feedback about this user guide

OfficeConnect Secure Router

Secure Router Advantages

Package Contents

front panel

Rear Panel

Before you Install your Router

Powering Up the Router

Obtaining an IP Address Automatically Windows 2000, XP, 2003 Server

Windows 95, 98

Disabling Web Proxy

Installing the Router

setting the password

Setting the Time Zone

Auto-Configuration Settings

Choosing your LAN Settings

Viewing the Summary

Router Configuration

Welcome Screen

Running the Setup Wizard

Connection to ISP

LAN Settings

DHCP Clients List

Advanced Networking

Static Routing

Dynamic Routing

Dynamic DNS

PC Privileges

Special Applications

Advanced

Content Filtering

Filter Policy

Configuring VPNs

Viewing VPN Connections

Editing IPSec Routes

Accessing the System Tools

Time Zone

upgrading the firmware of your router

viewing status and logs

obtaining support and feedback for your router

Setting Up Your Computers

Forgotten Password

Frequently Asked Questions

Running the Discovery Application

IP Addressing

DHCP Addressing

Auto-IP Addressing

Technical Specifications

System Requirements

Safety Information

consignes importantes de sécurit

Troubleshoot Online

Contact Us

end user software license agreement

Information Regarding Popular ISPs

Glossary

Index

Feedback about this User Guide

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Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Advantages

Minimum System and Component Requirements

Positioning the Gateway

Using the Rubber Feet

Windows 95/98/ME

PPPoE Client Software

Password

PPPoE Mode

Dynamic IP Address Mode

Static IP Mode

Wizard

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