3Com manual CoreBuilder 9400 Documentation, Paper Documents

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CoreBuilder 9400 Documentation

The following documents comprise the

CoreBuilder 9400 documentation set. Documents are available in three forms:

Paper documents that are shipped with your system or with optional components. They are listed in the next section.

CoreBuilder 9400 Software and Documentation CD with online versions of the paper documents

To order a paper copy of a document that you see on the compact disc, or to order additional compact discs, contact your supplier.

Most 3Com documentation is also available on the 3Com Web site:

http://support.3com.com/index.htm

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Paper Documents

These documents are shipped with your system:

CoreBuilder 9400 Unpacking Instructions

How to unpack your CoreBuilder 9400 system. Also, an inventory list of items that are shipped with your system.

CoreBuilder 9400 Software Installation and Release Notes

All of the new features, system issues, and known problems for the software release.

CoreBuilder 9400 Quick Installation Guide

A quick checklist for how to install your system.

CoreBuilder 9400 Getting Started Guide (this guide)

All of the procedures necessary for getting your system up and running, including information on installing, cabling, powering up, configuring, and troubleshooting the system.

CoreBuilder 9400 Command Quick Reference Card

All of the Administration Console switching commands for the CoreBuilder 9400. For complete descriptions of commands, see the Command Reference Guide.

CoreBuilder 9400 Web Management User Guide

How to use the Web Management suite of applications for your system.

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Contents CoreBuilder Japan Vcci Class a Compliance United States Government LegendsAustralian EMC Frameworks Compliance Page Contents System Specifications Introduction Finding Specific Information in This GuideFor information on For information on Turn to ConventionsIcon Type Description Convention DescriptionPaper Documents CoreBuilder 9400 DocumentationDocumentation Comments Year 2000 ComplianceSoftware and Documents on CD-ROM System Features and Benefits CoreBuilder 9400 Intelligent SwitchNetwork Configuration Example Speeding Up Server AccessSystem Management 10BASE-TX System Overview Front PanelBack Panel of the CoreBuilder 9400 System System Overview Back PanelSystem Overview Sample Application SuperStackII SwitchSystem and Setup Overview Installing the System on a Table Top Before You BeginQty To use Installing System Mounting Brackets Installing the System in a Distribution RackOverview of Cabling Fiber Safety PrecautionsGuidelines for Gigabit Ethernet Cabling Cabling Gigabit Ethernet PortsCabling Gigabit Ethernet Ports Cabling 1000BASE-SX PortsCabling 1000BASE Gbic Ports System is powered on and runningSC connector cover Connecting the LX Transceiver to MMF When you cable Gbic transceivers, note that the SC Cabling the Console Port Pin No Signal Description Cabling the Out-of-Band Management PortConsole Port Pin Assignments Male RJ-45 connector 10BASE-T cable Power Up System Power UPPower-up Diagnostics System DiagnosticsGigabit Ethernet Port Diagnostics System Checks Next Step Software ConfigurationCheck Description SystemSystem Power UP About CoreBuilder 9400 System Management Access Allows you to Using MechanismTerminal Connection Modem ConnectionIP Management Interface Changing the Console Port Baud Setting Initial Management AccessConfiguring the IP Interface In-band ManagementOut-of-band Management Power Failures Diagnosing ProblemsGetting Additional Help Abnormal LED ActivitySymptom Possible Sources of the Problem Steps to Take LED Status Possible Sources of the Problem Steps to Take Diagnosing ProblemsCleaning Dirty Fiber Optic Ports and Connectors Safety Agency Certifications Specifications Physical DimensionsPower Supply Environmental RequirementsStandard Type RFC/IEEE Supported Software Tftp RFC InstallationSnmp protocol RFC MIB II RFCPower Supply Assembly Removal and Replacement Safety PrecautionsRemoving and Replacing the Power Supply AudienceRemoving and Replacing the Power Supplies Fan Tray Assembly Removal and Replacement Fan Tray Assembly Removal and ReplacementAppendix B FIELD-REPLACEABLE Units Wiring Closet Recommendations General Safety RequirementsDistribution Rack Requirements Protective Grounding for the RackSpace Requirements for the Rack Mechanical Requirements for the Rack Recommended Service AccessBuilding Codes Building and Electrical CodesElectrical Codes NfpaAppendix C Site Requirements and Safety Codes Online Technical Services 3Com Knowledgebase Web ServicesWorld Wide Web Site 3Com Facts Automated Fax Service 3Com Bulletin Board Service3Com FTP Site Country Data Rate Telephone NumberSupport from 3Com Support from Your Network SupplierCountry Country Telephone Number Asia Pacific RimEurope Latin AmericaCountry Telephone Number Fax Number Returning Products for RepairAppendix D Technical Support Numbers IndexIndex Recommendations World Wide Web WWW 50, 51 Index CoreBuilder 9400 High-Availability Switch 3Com Corporation Limited WarrantyWarranties Exclusive