3COM 3C17716, 3C17715 User Manual

XRN Interconnect Module (3C17716)

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INTRODUCTION

Introducing the XRN Interconnect Module Kit

With an XRN Interconnect Module Kit (3C17715) you can
interconnect two Switch units.

This kit contains:

 Two XRN Interconnect Modules (3C17716)
 One standard XRN Interconnect Cable (3C17721)

The Switches that support this module are:

 SuperStack
 SuperStack 3 Switch 4900 SX
 SuperStack 3 Switch 4924
 SuperStack 3 Switch 4950
 3Com
 3Com Switch 4050

The Interconnect Module requires management software
version 3.0 or later to be installed on the Switch. For

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instructions on upgrading the management software, refer
to the documentation supplied with your Switch.

You can gather information about the status of the
Module and its packet activity using the Expansion Module

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LEDs on the front of the Switch and the LEDs on the front

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panel of the Module. For explanations on how the LEDs
work, see the “LED Function Tables” on page 3.

The Interconnect Cable

The Interconnect Cable is used to interconnect two Switch
units, both fitted with Interconnect Modules.

The standard Interconnect Cable is 1 m (3.28 ft) long and
color-coded with a yellow marker at one end and a blue
marker at the other end.

The end of the Interconnect Cable that you connect to the
Switch determines the identity of the Switch. The Switch
that has the blue end of the cable connected to it will be
Unit 1. The Switch that has the yellow end of the cable
connected to it will be Unit 2.

The terms Unit 1 and Unit 2 are used simply to identify
the Switch units for management purposes only.

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Figure 1 The Interconnect Cable

Blue Marker / Unit 1 Yellow Marker / Unit 2

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INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MODULE

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WARNING: Installation and removal of the Module must
be carried out by qualified personnel only. Before installing
the Module into a unit, you must first disconnect the unit
from the mains power supply. For full safety instructions,
refer to the user guide that accompanies the unit.

AVERTISSEMENT: Confiez l'installation et la dépose de ce
Module à un personnel qualifié. Avant d'installer ce
Module dans un groupe, vous devez au préalable
débrancher ce groupe de l'alimentation secteur. Pour
prendre connaissance des consignes complètes de sécurité,
consultez le guide utilisateur qui accompagne ce groupe.

VORSICHT: Die Installation und der Ausbau des Moduls
darf nur durch Fachpersonal erfolgen. Vor dem Installieren
des Moduls in einem Gerät muß zuerst der Netzstecker
des Geräts abgezogen werden. Vollständige
Sicherheitsanweisungen sind dem Benutzerhandbuch des
Geräts zu entnehmen.

WARNING: When the Module is inserted into the switch,
the captive screws securing the Module must be tightened
with a suitable tool. Keep the blanking plate and the
fixings in a safe place. If you remove the Module at any
time, you must then replace the blanking plate.

AVERTISSEMENT: Quand le Module est inséré dans le
commutateur, visser le module, en le securisant fortemant
avec un outil adapté. Conservez la plaque d'obturation et
les fixations en lieu sûr. Si vous retirez le Module à tout
instant, vous devez alors replacer la plaque d'obturation.

VORSICHT: Beim Einsetzen des Moduls in dem Switch
sind die unverlierbaren Schrauben mit einem passenden
Werkzeug festzuziehen. Die Distanzplatte und die
Befestigungselemente an einem sicheren Ort aufbewahren.
Beim Austausch des Moduls ist auch die Distanzplatte zu
ersetzen.

Handling the Module

The Module can be easily damaged by electrostatic
discharge. To prevent damage, observe the following:

 Always wear an anti-static wristband connected to a

suitable earth point.

 Do not remove the Module from its packaging until

you are ready to install it into a Switch.

 Do not touch any of the pins, connections or

components on the Module.

 Handle the Module only by its edges and front panel.
 Always store or transport the Module in anti-static

packaging.

Installing the Module into a Switch

To install the Module:

1 Ensure that the power supply and the backbone

connection cables are disconnected from the Switch.
Always wear an anti-static wristband connected to a
suitable earth point.

2 Undo the three screws securing the blanking plate at the

rear of the Switch using a suitable screwdriver. Do not
remove any other screws from the rear of the Switch.

3 Remove the blanking plate.
4 Hold the Module so that the text on the front panel is

upright and insert it into the Switch, ensuring the
connectors are fully engaged (see Figure 2). Make sure the
Module is pushed fully in.

5 Secure the Module by tightening the three captive screws

with a suitable screwdriver.

Keep the blanking plate and screws in a safe place. If you
remove the Module at any time, you must replace the

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blanking plate to prevent dust and debris entering the
Switch. Replacing the blanking plate will also help circulate
cool air through the Switch.

Removing the Module from a Switch

To remove the Module:

1 Ensure that the power supply and the backbone

connection cables are disconnected from the Switch.
Always wear an anti-static wristband connected to a
suitable earth point.

2 Undo the three captive screws on the Module with a

suitable screwdriver. Do not remove any other screws from
the rear of the Switch.

3 Remove the Module.
4 If you are not fitting another Module immediately, you

must replace the blanking plate to ensure that dust and
debris do not enter the Switch. Replacing the blanking
plate will also help circulate cool air through the Switch.

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CAUTION: The Interconnect Module is not hot-swappable
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powered down and disconnected from the mains before
installing or removing a Module. Use the following
instructions when installing or removing a Module.

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Interconnecting Two Switches

To interconnect two Switches, you will need the XRN
Interconnect Module Kit (part number 3C17715). This kit
contains:

 Two XRN Interconnect Modules (3C17716)
 One standard XRN Interconnect Cable (3C17721)

You can interconnect two Switch units that are located in
separate racks with a 5 m (16.40 ft) long Interconnect

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cable (3C17722). Contact your network supplier for
further information.

CAUTION: It is important that you only plug an XRN
Interconnect Cable (3C17721 or 3C17722) into the

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connector on the XRN Interconnect Module (3C17716).

Connecting any other 9-way plug into the connector on
the XRN Interconnect Module could result in damage to
your hardware.

The end of the Interconnect Cable that you connect to the
Switch determines the identity of the Switch. The Switch
that has the blue end of the cable connected to it will be
Unit 1. The Switch that has the yellow end of the cable
connected to it will be Unit 2.

The terms Unit 1 and Unit 2 are used simply to identify
the Switch units for management purposes only.

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To interconnect two Switches:

1 Install the Interconnect Modules into the Switch units, as

described on page 2.

2 Connect the Interconnect Cable to the Interconnect

Modules (see Figure 3).

3 Power-up the Switch units.
4 Check the LEDs on the front of the Switch and on the

front panel of the Module to ensure that the Module is
operating correctly. Refer to the “LED Function Tables” for
more information.

Always secure the Interconnect Cable to the Interconnect
Modules by tightening its securing screws.

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CAUTION: 3Com recommends that you do not connect or
disconnect the Interconnect Cable when the Switches are

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in use. If you do, the flow of data will be affected and
your network configuration settings may change.

LED Function Tables

You can gather information about the status of the
Module and its packet activity using the Expansion Module
LEDs on the front of the Switch (see Table 1) and the Port
LEDs on the front panel of the Module (see Table 2).

Tabl e 1 Switch LED Function Table

Expansion Module Activity LED

Status Color Meaning

On Yellow Packets are being transmitted or received on the

Off No color There are no packets being transmitted or received on

Expansion Module Status LED

Status Color Meaning

Off No color The Module is not installed.

Flashing Yellow The Module is installed but is not recognised (faulty or

On Yellow The Module is installed but no link is present.

On Green The Module is installed and a link is present.

Unit 1—4 LED

Status Color Meaning

On Green Determines the identity of the Switch when intercon-

Off No color A fault has occurred.

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On Yellow Packets are being transmitted or received on this port.

Off No color There are no packets being transmitted or received on

Status LED

Status Color Meaning

On Green A link is present and the port is enabled.

Off No color There is no link present.

Unit 1—2 LED

Status Color Meaning

On Green Determines the identity of the Switch when

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the Module.

unsupported).

nected to another Switch to create an XRN Distrib­uted Fabric and that a link is present.

this port.

interconnected with another Switch. The LEDs indicate
‘Unit 1’ and ‘Unit 2’ respectively.

MODULE PORT RESTRICTIONS

When using the Interconnect Module, note the following:

 Only one Interconnect Module may be fitted into the

Switch.

 The Interconnect Module is not hot-swappable.

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 The Interconnect Module is not hot-insertable.
 The Interconnect Module only operates with the Switch

units listed on page 1.

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PROBLEM SOLVING

If you suspect a problem, carry out these steps before
contacting your supplier:

 Check that the Interconnect Module is correctly

installed in the Switch.
When you insert the Module into the Switch, push the

Module in until the Module’s back plate is in full
contact with the Switch’s chassis. Secure the Module to
the Switch by tightening the three captive screws fully
with a screwdriver. If an error is indicated during the
Power On Self Test, check that the module has been
correctly inserted.

 Check that the Interconnect cabling is correctly

connected and secured.

 Check that the Switch, into which the Interconnect

Module is fitted, is powered-up.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

If you require assistance, contact your Network Supplier first. If you require further assistance, the following options are available
for technical support:

Online Technical Services

3Com offers worldwide product support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through the following online systems:

 Check the 3Com knowledgebase at http://knowledgebase.3com.com
 Browse the 3Com web site on http://www.3com.com

 Check that the correct management software is being

used on the Switch.
If the Module Status LED on the front of the Switch is

flashing yellow, the Module is installed but not
supported by the Switch. The Switch will continue to
operate normally but you must upgrade the
management software on the Switch for it to recognize
and support the Module and enable the Module’s
ports. You can download the latest version of the
management software from the 3Com website at:

http://support.3com.com

Alternatively, if you received a CD-ROM with your
Module, you can upgrade your Switch with the
management software contained on the CD-ROM.

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Telephone Support

Please have your product model name, part number, hardware revision number and serial number along with all relevant details
of the problem to hand before calling your Network Supplier or 3Com on the numbers below.

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Asia, Pacific Rim

Australia
Hong Kong
India

Indonesia
Japan

Europe, Middle East and Africa

From anywhere in these
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From the following countries, you may use the numbers shown:

Austria
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Finland
France
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Latin America

From the Caribbean, Central and South America, call:
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Argentina
Aruba
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Bonaire
Brazil
Cayman
Chile

North America 1 800 876 3266

1 800 678 515
800 933 486
[phone] or
000800 650 1111
001 803 61009
00531 616 439 or
03 5977 7991

[phone] phone

01 7956 7124
070 700 770
7010 7289
01080 2783
0825 809 622
01805 404 747

1 800 988 2112
0 810 444 3COM
1 800 998 2112
1 800 998 2112
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52 5 201 0010
1 800 998 2112
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0800 13 3COM
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AT&T [phone]

Malaysia
New Zealand
Pakistan
Philippines

P.R. of China

Hungary
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Norway

Colombia
Costa Rica
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Ecuador
Dominican Republic
Guatemala
Haiti
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Martinique
Mexico

1800 801 777
0800 446 398
[phone]
1235 61 266 2602 or
1800 1 888 9469
10800 61 00137 or
021 6350 1590 or
00800 0638 3266

06800 14466
1800 509359
1800 943 2632
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800 29880
0900 777 7737
815 33 047

AT&T [phone]
AT&T [phone]
1 800 998 2112
AT&T [phone]
AT&T [phone]
AT&T [phone]
57 1 657 0888
AT&T [phone]
1 800 998 2112
571 657 0888
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Singapore
S. Korea

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Thailand

Poland
Portugal
South Africa
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
U.K.

Nicaragua
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Puerto Rico
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Trinidad and Tobago
Uruguay
Venezuela
Virgin Islands

800 6161 463
00798 611 2230 or
02 3455 6455
00801 611 261
001 800 611 2000

00800 441 1357
707 200 123
0800 991196
9 021 60455
07711 14453
08488 50112
0870 241 3901

AT&T [phone]
AT&T [phone]
54 11 4894 1888
AT&T [phone]
1 800 998 2112
AT&T [phone]
1 800 998 2112
AT&T [phone]
AT&T [phone]
57 1 657 0888

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Temperature 0 to 40°C (32 to 105°F)

Operating Humidity 10 to 95% non-condensing

Power Consumption 3 W maximum

Safety Standards UL 1950, EN 60950, CSA 22.2#950-93, IEC 950, AS/NZS 3260

Electromagnetic Compatibility ICES-003 Class A, FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55022 Class A, VCCI Class A, AS/NZS 3548 Class A, CISPR22 Class A,

CNS 13438 Class A, Korean EMI Class A

REGULATORY NOTICES

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference to radio communications, in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at their
own expense.

Information To The User

If this equipment does cause interference to radio or tele­vision reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

 Reorient the receiving antenna.
 Relocate the equipment in relation to the receiver.
 Move the equipment away from the receiver.
 Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that

equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.

CE Statement (Europe)

This product complies with the European Low Voltage
Directive 73/23/EEC and EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as
amended by European Directive 93/68/EEC.

CSA Statement

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of
the Canadian interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.

VCCI Statement

BSMI Statement

If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful:

How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems

This booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No.
004-000-00345-4.

In order to meet FCC emissions limits, this equipment
must be used only with cables which comply with IEEE

802.3.

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Product Registration

You can now register your Interconnect Modules (3C17716) on the 3Com web site at:

http://support.3com.com/registration/frontpg.pl

From the Product Registration page, select the Product Category “Switches”.

You cannot register the Interconnect Kit (3C17715). You can only register the individual modules with their associated serial
numbers.

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Part Number: DUA1771-5AAA02

Published: December 2002

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