Fast EtherHub 3500 System User’s Guide
Use the UTP cable and connection converter provided with your unit for plugging into a PC or modem as described in Chapter 4.
Note that configuration options provided for the Fast EtherHub- 12i are limited because this model does not include an agent. Moreover, configuration via the serial port on this model is limited to the attached hub only (i.e., it cannot manage other hubs in the stack).
Serial Port
The unit has one 9-pin RS232 male connector labeled Serial. It can be used to perform basic configuration or to establish a network management connection with the hub. By using a direct or remote connection, in conjunction with a terminal emulation program (that supports Xmodem protocol), you can access the on-board Fast EtherHub 3500 System Configuration Program. This program can be used to configure the attached hub or stack, or to upgrade system firmware. Complete details on how to set up a connection to the serial port and how to use the on-board configuration program are included in Chapter 4.
The Fast EtherHub 3500 Series also supports in-band management (with optional network management software e.g., AccView/Open) via a remote connection by connecting to the serial port using SLIP protocol. In this manner you can carry out full SNMP management remotely via a modem connection. (Refer to Remote Connection in Chapter 4.)
