3Com 4226T, 4228G, 4250T manual Placing Units On, Top of Each Other, Stacking Units

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Placing Units On

If the Switch units are free-standing, up to eight units can be placed one

Top of Each Other

on top of the other. If you are mixing a variety of SuperStack® 3 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.

 

 

Stacking Units

Up to four Switch 4200 Family units can be stacked together and then

 

treated as a single manageable unit with one IP address. Any

 

combination of Switch 4200 Family units is allowed in a single stack. The

 

units are connected together via the 10/100/1000BASE-T ports on the

 

front of the unit as shown in Figure 6. Starting from the base of the stack,

 

the port marked with ‘up’ is connected to the port marked with ‘down’

 

on the unit above. Cable lengths of between 14 cm (5.5 in) and

 

100 m (328 ft) can be used for stacking.

 

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3Com recommends that when you add a new unit to a stack, you should first initialize it to factory default settings.

Any Switch 4200 unit can be added to the stack, including the Switch 26-Port (3C17300A), the Switch 50-Port (3C17302A) and the Switch 28-Port (3C17304A). You must install the latest software version on all units in the stack.

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Contents SuperStack United States Government Legend 3Com Corporation 350 Campus Drive Marlborough, MAContents Setting UP for Management PIN -OUTS Safety InformationPage About this Guide Convention Description ConventionsIcon Description Documentation RelatedAbout this Guide Introducing Family About the SwitchFront View Detail Switch 4200 FamilyIntroducing the Superstack 3 Switch 4200 Series Port Status LEDs Gbic ports Fiber GBICs1000BASE-T GBICs Color Indicates Port Status LEDs 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX portsAlert LED Power/Self Test LEDColor Indicates Unit LEDsRear View Detail System RPS. See Connecting a Redundant Power System onQuality of Service QoS Feature Switch 4200 Family Automatic IP ConfigurationDuplex Mode Rmon AlarmInstalling the Switch Site Package ContentsChoosing a Suitable Rack-mounting Fitting a bracket for rack-mounting Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the other side of the SwitchStacking Units Placing Units OnTop of Each Other Sequence Power-upPowering-up Switch 4200 FamilyColor State Power/Self Test LED colorsCross-over Cable Straight-through Cable Fiber cablesTransceivers Approved Gbic The 3Com approved Gbic transceivers areInstalling the Switch Gbic Installing the Switch Setting UP for Management Overview Setting UpConfigure IP information manually for your Switch or view Automatically configured IP informationAutomatic IP Configuration Manual IP ConfigurationSetting UP for Management Pre-requisites Manually Configuring IP InformationSetting Up the Switch with IP Information Connecting the Workstation to the SwitchConfiguring the Workstation with IP Information Using Command Line Interface via Telnet Example top-level command line interface menu Connecting a workstation to the Switch via the console port Setting Up the Switch with IP Information Example top-level command line interface menu Automatically Configured IPViewing Viewing Automatically Configured IP Information Viewing IP Information via the Console Port Methods of Managing a Switch Refer to Setting Up Command Line Interface Management on CLI Management via Command LineNetwork Using Telnet Interface ManagementChoosing a Browser Setting Up WebInterface Management workstation Setting Up SnmpManagement Protocol Snmp can manage a Switch if Over the NetworkUser Default Name Password Access Level Default UsersSecurity Device User Modify operation on the web interface Setting UP for Management For Technical Support information, see Appendix D Problem SolvingOn powering-up, the Power/Self Test LED lights yellow Solving ProblemsSolutions below Power LED does not lightIP Addressing ProblemsSolving Communication Problems Solving Hardware Snmp fan fail trap hardware failureHow do you obtain a registered IP Address? Solving StackFormation Solving Software Upgrade Problems Problem Solving Safety Information This must be approved for the country where it is used Important Safety InformationImportant Safety Information ’information de Sécurité Importante Schko Wichtige Sicherheitsinformationen Vorsicht Europe Appendix a Safety Information Pin to 9-pin Null Modem CablePC-AT Serial Cable Pin to RS-232 25-pinPin Number 10/100 1000 Modem CableRJ-45 Pin AssignmentsPin Number 10/100 1000 Appendix B PIN-OUTS Switch 4226T 3C17300 Terminal Emulation Protocols Used for AdministrationSwitch 4250T 3C17302 Switch 4228G 3C17304 Purchase ServicesRegister Your ProductDownloads Access SoftwareTroubleshoot OnlineContact Us Latin America Telephone Technical Support and Repair Country Telephone Number800 876 Appendix D Obtaining Support for Your Product Numbers IndexIndex Regulatory Notices

4250T, 4226T, 4228G specifications

The 3Com 4228G, 4226T, and 4250T are professional-grade network switches designed for businesses seeking to enhance their network infrastructure. These models offer robust performance and reliability, catering to various networking needs, from small offices to large enterprise environments.

The 3Com 4228G switch is a 28-port gigabit Ethernet switch designed for high-bandwidth applications. It provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability, allowing devices such as IP phones and wireless access points to be powered directly through the Ethernet cables. This feature simplifies installation and reduces additional cabling costs. The switch also supports VLAN tagging for network segmentation, improving security and performance. Its advanced traffic management lets IT administrators prioritize network traffic effectively, ensuring critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth.

On the other hand, the 3Com 4226T is a 26-port gigabit Ethernet switch, primarily designed for environments requiring a high level of connectivity without PoE. It offers similar features to the 4228G, such as VLAN support and enhanced traffic management capabilities. The 4226T is ideal for businesses that do not require power over Ethernet yet need reliable, high-speed networking capabilities. With 26 ports, this switch is an excellent choice for medium-sized enterprises looking to upgrade their network infrastructure without overwhelming their existing resources.

The 3Com 4250T is a more advanced switch, offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and a robust feature set suitable for more complex networking environments. It includes Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, allowing for advanced routing and switching capabilities, making it highly adaptable to various network designs. The 4250T also simplifies network management through its extensive configuration options and support for IPv6. Moreover, it features an efficient cooling system and reduced power consumption, aligning with today’s growing demand for energy-efficient solutions.

All three models utilize advanced technologies such as Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) for loop prevention, QoS mechanisms to prioritize traffic, and comprehensive security features to protect the network from unauthorized access. With their different port configurations and capabilities, the 3Com 4228G, 4226T, and 4250T switches provide exceptional performance and flexibility, making them ideal for businesses aiming to enhance their networking capabilities.
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