3Com 16 Plus - Manual (Page 10)

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Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks
The 10/100 ports can each be connected to either a
10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. If you have both types
of network, you can join them together using the Switch
allowing all your workstations to communicate.
Alternatively, if you use 10BASE-T and want to improve
network performance by introducing 100BASE-TX
technology, the Switch protects your existing workstations
because it maintains 10BASE-T connections to them.
Before You start
Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch plus comes with:
■ One power adapter for use with the Switch.
■ Four rubber feet.
■ A stacking clip.
Unit Connections
To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other
switches) to your Switch, you need:
■ One suitable TP cable for each unit.
Worksation Connections
To connect workstations or other equipment (such as
servers) directly to your Switch, you need:
1 One 10BASE-T,
100BASE-TX or
10/100BASE-TX adapter
card for each workstation.
3Com produce a range of
easy to install network
adapters, which provide
your workstation with a
10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX connection.
2 An operating system (for example, NetWare or Windows
95/98) with network support configured, running on
your workstations.
3 One suitable twisted pair cable for each workstation.
Twisted Pair (TP) Cables
Cables can be shielded (screened) or unshielded; we
recommend that you use shielded cable. Cables used for
100BASE-TX connections must be data grade (Category 5).
The maximum length you can use is 100m (328ft).
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