3Com 3C882 manual Using On-Line Help, Finding More Information Contacting Technical Support

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Using On-Line Help

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Using On-Line Help

The following on-line help is available.

For comprehensive information about the 3C882 ISDN modem, click on the 3ComImpact IQ Help icon in the 3ComImpact IQ program group.

From the 3C882 Configuration dialog box for Windows, click the Help button for information about the Configuration dialog box.

Finding More Information

For more information about the 3C882 ISDN modem, such as frequently asked questions, and specific technical notes, use 3Com’s fax service (1) (408) 727-7021 in the U.S. or visit 3Com’s World Wide Web site at http://www.3Com.com/.

Contacting Technical Support

If you have gone through the troubleshooting tips and still have not been able to resolve the problem, contact 3Com Technical Support at (800) 876 3266. When you call, please have the following information available:

The serial number of your 3C882 ISDN modem

A list of symptoms, including any LED status information and computer display status

The type of application software you are running and the version number

Downloading Firmware to Your 3C882 ISDN Modem

Your 3C882 ISDN modem has been uniquely designed to be user-upgradable. The latest firmware for your 3C882 ISDN modem is available on 3Com’s ftp site, ftp.3Com.com. Refer to your readme file for instructions about how to download firmware.

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Contents 3COMIMPACT IQ External Isdn Modem User Guide 3Com Corporation 5400 Bayfront Plaza Santa Clara, California Year Limited Warranty Contents Configuring Multilink PPP Placing Isdn Data CallsAT&T 5ESS Custom Switch A-4 RegistersWorld Wide Web Site Support from 3Com E-4 Returning Products for Repair E-4Figures Main 3C882 Configuration Steps for a Macintosh Tables Pin DescriptionsHow to Use This Guide Advanced configuration ChapterAbout this Guide IntroductionConventions Network Access with the 3C882 Isdn Modem IntroductionEasy Installation and Use 3C882 Isdn Modem Features3C882 Isdn modem provides the following features High Performance ProtocolsIsdn Standards and Interface Ansi V.120 rate adaptionVoice Features DiagnosticsWarranty Security3C882 Isdn Modem Package Contents Before You Install the 3C882 Isdn ModemIBM PC or Compatible Requirements Apple Macintosh RequirementsIsdn Switch Type Isdn InformationIsdn Information Sheet 3ComImpact IQ Isdn ModemBefore You Install the 3C882 Isdn Modem Installing the 3C882 Main hardware installation steps are depictedFront Panel LED Indicators Familiarizing Yourself with the 3C882 Isdn ModemFront Panel LED Indicator Definitions As power is supplied to the unitColor Description GreenInstalling a Serial Cable You will need the following type of serial cableInstalling the Isdn Cable Installing Analog Equipment Analog Equipment ConnectionInstalling Analog Equipment Installing the Power Cable Power Cable ConnectionConfiguration for AN IBM-COMPATIBLE PCConfiguring the 3C882 Isdn Modem for a PC Main steps are shown in FigureTo install the 3C882 Isdn modem software Installing the 3C882 SoftwareClick OK Double-click the 3ComImpact IQ 3.0 icon shown in Figure Running Spid WizardYou will see a start message, as shown in Figure First Telephone Number Dialog Box for PC Second Telephone Number Dialog Box for PC Click Finish Configuration dialog box buttons do the followingConfiguring the 3C882 Isdn Modem for a PC Configuring Multilink PPP Appears Click FinishConfiguring the B Channel Rate Configuring Voice Call RoutingConfiguring the 3C882 Isdn Modem for a PC Verifying the Configuration 11 Configuration for One Telephone Number & Two DevicesConfiguring the 3C882 Isdn Modem for a PC Setup Using Windows 12 New Hardware Dialog Box13 Install From Disk Dialog Box 15 Install New Modems Dialog Box 16 Modem Manufacturers and Models Dialog Box Setup Using Windows NT RAS 17 Network Settings Dialog Box 18 Remote Access Setup Dialog BoxRemote Access Setup dialog box appears Configure Port dialog box appearsConfiguration for AN Apple Macintosh Computer Configuring the 3C882 Isdn Modem for a Macintosh ComputerMessage box appears Click Continue. -3 appearsClick OK This completes the software installation procedure Click Continue. -4 appears3ComImpact IQ Program Icon Select Modem Port ScreenSpid Wizard Start Screen 10 First Telephone Number Screen for Macintosh 11 Second Telephone Screen for Macintosh 12 Successful Configuration Screen Quit. Click Quit to leave the Configuration dialog box Configuring the 3C882 Isdn Modem for a Macintosh Computer 15 Configuration for One Telephone Number per Device Verifying the Configuration Configuring the 3C882 Isdn Modem for a Macintosh Computer Advanced Configuration Advanced Configuration Parameter Default ValuesDBA Auto Answer Baud RateChanging The Parameter Settings Send the command AT $B 230400 to the 3C882 Isdn modemAuto Answer Disabled Autobaud EnabledType AnswerCalls Placing and ReceivingPlacing Isdn Data Calls Placing Calls Automatically Placing Calls ManuallyPlacing Multilink PPP Calls Placing a 56K TollSaver Call An example is as follows ATD 1 908 555 1212 & 1 908 555When the 3C882 Isdn modem receives a voice call, Receiving Isdn Data CallsAn example is as follows Atdd 1 908 555 Channels flash and then remain litPlacing Voice Calls Using an Analog Phone Port Receiving Voice Calls Using an Analog Phone PortTroubleshooting Checking the BasicsMonitoring the Test LED Monitoring LEDsMonitoring the D Channel LED Evaluating Symptoms and Solutions Monitoring the B Channel LEDsSymptom Possible Cause Solution LED remains lit Properly configured You receive aCannot be sent Upon power up Previous firmware Do not remain Or application software orUsing On-Line Help Finding More Information Contacting Technical SupportDownloading Firmware to Your 3C882 Isdn Modem Following on-line help is availableOrdering Isdn Service Placing the Isdn Order Through 3ComPlacing the Isdn Order Through Your Telephone Company Give the representative the 3C882 Isdn modem Isdn codeTable A-1 Isdn Order Codes Number of Telephone Numbers Package K Package USwitch Circuit-switched DataTelephone company with the information provided Table A-2Switch To order Isdn service for the Northern Telecom DMS Switch, supply the telephone company with the informationProvided in Table A-4 DynamicEwsd Key System Ekts Flexible Call Offering FCO Yes †AT Commands REGISTERS, and Result Codes AT Command SetHost computer default Answer mode only\Q0 disables flow control Hardware flow control defaultSettings AT \S Reset AT Z+++ Enter command state \T0 disables inactivity timer defaultRegisters Registers except S0 are the 3Com extended registersIsdn Default S65 Isdn Caller ID for Voice Calls for Phone Port S75 Connection Delay Result Codes Table B-3 lists the 3C882 Isdn modem result codesSpecifications 3C882 Isdn Modem SpecificationsRS-232 COM Port Pin Specifications Clear to Send CTS From Isdn modemMacintosh Serial Cable Pin Specifications PC Serial Cable Pin SpecificationsReceive Data RD Send Data SD Configuration Using DOS Configuration UsingTo copy the README.TXT file, at the C\3Com prompt, type Use the Space Bar to select the 3C882 Isdn modem’s COM port Configuration Using DOS 3Com Bulletin Board Service On-line Technical ServicesTechnical Support World Wide Web Site Call the telephone number nearest you3ComFacts Automated Fax Service 3ComForum on CompuServeTo use 3ComForum Log on to CompuServe Press Return to see the 3ComForum main menuU.S. and Canada, call 800 876 3266 for customer service Support from Your Network SupplierSupport from 3Com Returning Products for RepairAsync-Sync PPP Conversion GlossaryChannel COM port Isdn LayerPlain old telephone service 120Analog equipment installation 2-6 analog port IndexNumerics Apple macintosh requirements 1-6 Async-Sync PPPData Using AT commands 6-2 voice Registers B-4 Serial cable installationDMS 100 A-5 Result codes B-8Index Limited Warranty Santa Clara, CA 95052-8145 408 3COM END User Software License Agreement For civilian agencies Interference Handbook Canadian Notice  1996, 3Com Corporation