Fast EtherHub 3500 System User’s Guide
Configuring the System 4-5
Before accessing a hub using
in-band management software
from a remote site, be sure you
have already set the hub’s serial
IP address via the on-board
configuration program or boot
protocol.
Remote In-Band - You can also make a remote network
connection to the Fast EtherHub-12mi via the serial port using
SLIP protocol over TCP/IP. Using this kind of connection, you
can manage the hub or other attached network devices using in-
band network management software. Note that the system
functions similar to a router when you use IP protocol over a
SLIP link to the serial port, providing direct access to all
attached network resources (depending on your assigned user
privileges).
Note: The winsocket used by both Windows 95 and Windows NT
include the SLIP protocol.
Accessing the Configuration Management Program
There are two methods for configuring the EtherHub 3500
system - using the on-board configuration program, or using
network management software (e.g., AccView/Open). Contact
your Accton dealer for more information on AccView/Open.

Configuring Your System with the On-board Program

On-board configuration requires a terminal or a computer
running a terminal emulation program as your working
platform. There are three valid connection types to the hub:
• Onsite connection
The workstation, normally within the vicinity of the hub, is
directly connected to the serial port on the hub.
• Telnet connection
The workstation is connected to a remote Fast EtherHub
3500 hub via a networked Telnet connection.
• Modem connection
The workstation is connected to a remote Fast EtherHub
3500 hub via modems.