26Chapter 2: Installation

AC power socket (recommended)

You are recommended to use a three-terminal single-phase power socket with ground contact, which must be grounded reliably. Normally, the ground contact of the power supply system in a building was buried during construction and cabling. Still, before connecting the AC-input power cord, you must make sure that the power supply of the building is well grounded.

Console Terminal Cable

Console port

The Router 6000 provides an RS232 asynchronous serial console port (CON) for router configuration. For its attributes refer to “The RPU Module” or “The RPU2 Module”.

Console cable

A console cable is an eight-wire shielded cable. At one end of the cable is a crimped RJ-45 connector to the console port on the router; at the other end of the cable is a DB-9 (female) connector to the serial port on the console terminal.

The following figure illustrates the console cable.

Figure 15 Console cable

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Router to LAN Connection

Ethernet interface

The RPU provides two 100BASE-TX FE interfaces. For their attributes, refer to the section “The RPU Module”.

The RPU2 provides three 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-sensing Ethernet interfaces that each accommodate an RJ-45 connector and an SFP module respectively for electrical and optical connections.

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3Com 6000 manual Console Terminal Cable, Router to LAN Connection

6000 specifications

The 3Com 6000 series, launched in the late 1990s, was a significant advancement in networking technology, designed to meet the growing demands of enterprise-level networking. This series provided powerful solutions for businesses seeking reliable, efficient, and scalable networking capabilities.

At its core, the 3Com 6000 series featured a modular design, allowing companies to customize their networks according to specific needs. This flexibility meant that organizations could add or replace components as their networking requirements evolved, ensuring investment protection and a tailored approach to connectivity. The ability to scale was particularly important for businesses that anticipated growth or change in operational demands.

One of the standout features of the 3Com 6000 was its advanced switching capabilities. The series employed high-performance switching technologies that supported various protocols, including Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet. This versatility made it suitable for diverse environments, from small offices to large corporate settings. The 3Com 6000 switches were engineered to deliver high throughput and low latency, crucial for applications requiring real-time data transfer.

The series also supported a range of network management tools, enhancing operational efficiency. With SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) support, network administrators could easily monitor and manage network performance, troubleshoot issues, and configure devices from a centralized location. This capability significantly streamlined network operations, reducing downtime and optimizing resource allocation.

Security was another significant concern addressed by the 3Com 6000. The series incorporated robust security features, including access control lists (ACLs) and VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network) support. These features allowed network administrators to segment traffic and enforce security policies, protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with organizational standards.

Moreover, the 3Com 6000 series was designed with energy efficiency in mind, reflecting a growing awareness of the environmental impact of IT infrastructure. By implementing power-saving features, the series helped organizations reduce their overall energy consumption while maintaining optimal network performance.

In summary, the 3Com 6000 series stood out for its modularity, advanced switching capabilities, extensive management tools, strong security features, and energy efficiency. It represented a forward-thinking solution for enterprises aiming to build robust network infrastructures capable of supporting a wide range of applications and services. As organizations increasingly relied on networked systems, the 3Com 6000 played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of enterprise networking.