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HP J3257A
HP AdvanceStack Remote 2C
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  • Page 1 Installation and Reference Guide HP J3257A HP AdvanceStack Remote 2C...
  • Page 3 HP AdvanceStack Remote 2C Installation and Reference Guide...
  • Page 4 HP J3138A AdvanceStack Internet Router Module Warranty A copy of the specific warranty terms applicable to your Hewlett-Packard products and replacement parts can be obtained from your HP Sales and Service Office or authorized dealer. Hewlett-Packard Company 8000 Foothills Boulevard, m/s 5551 Roseville, California 95747-5551 http://www.hp.com/go/network_city...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Connecting Cables From the Remote 2C To the Office LAN ..7 Connecting an HP Remote 2C and HP Internet Router Module To a 100VG Network ........... . 9 Connecting Power using an RPS or AC Power .
  • Page 7 1-800-752-0900 in the U.S. to receive a copy through the mail. HP FIRST Fax Retrieval Service HP FIRST is an automated fax retrieval service that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. HP FIRST provides information on the following topics:...
  • Page 8 Additional HP Support Services In addition to the above services, you can purchase various HP telephone support services which provide you expert HP technical assistance: Network Phone-In Support provides you support at an hourly rate. In the U.S., call 1-800-790-5544. In other countries, please contact your local HP Response Center to see if this service is available in your country.
  • Page 9: Installing The Hp Advancestack Remote 2C

    Installing the HP AdvanceStack Remote 2C The features of the HP J3257A AdvanceStack Remote 2C are: Two Slots for Modules. These slots will accept the HP J3138A AdvanceStack Internet Router Modules. (Other modules may be available. Contact your HP-reseller or authorized dealer for details.)
  • Page 10: Verifying Included Parts

    Verifying Included Parts The Remote 2C has the following components shipped with it: This manual: HP AdvanceStack Remote 2C Installation and Reference Guide (J3257-90004) Warranty booklet Power cord, one of the following: Australia/New Zealand (8120-6810) Denmark (8120-6814) Europe (8120-6811) Japan...
  • Page 11: Mounting The Remote 2C

    Mounting the Remote 2C The Remote 2C can be mounted in three ways: on a table in a rack or cabinet on a wall Sturdy table in an isolated area Remote 2C in a Rack or Cabinet The Remote 2C is designed to be mounted in any EIA-standard 19-inch telco equipment rack. For your safety, read the mounting precautions in “Safety and Regulatory”...
  • Page 12 Tighten each screw two turns. Ensure that the screws in each upright are at the same level. Place the HP Remote 2C in the rack and lower it so the notches in the bottom of the bracket slide onto the screws. Tighten these screws-be careful not to overtighten.
  • Page 13: Mounting The Remote 2C On A Wall

    Mounting the Remote 2C on a Wall You can put one Remote 2C on a wall or stack two Remote 2Cs together on a wall. Note that a Remote 2C should be mounted only to a wall or wood surface that is at least 1/2-inch plywood or its equivalent. Attach the Remote 2C to the wall or wood surface with 5/8-inch number 12 wood screws: One Remote 2C on a wall: Caution: For continued safety...
  • Page 14: Installing A Module Into The Remote 2C

    Insert a module with color handles that match the color swatch on the back of the Remote 2C: HP J3138A AdvanceStack Internet Router Module Push the extractor handles down. Then tighten the two screws that hold it in place. Be careful not to overtighten the screws.
  • Page 15: Connecting Cables From The Remote 2C To The Office Lan

    Each module is shipped with a module label. Insert the module’s label into the front of the Remote 2C for the module in the back of the Remote 2C: Slide the Module label in until each word is legible: Connecting Cables From the Remote 2C To the Office LAN The Remote 2C has two RJ-45 ports on the front of the box for connecting each module to your LAN.
  • Page 16 Example 2: Remote 2C connected to an Ethernet Switching Hub-12R and a 100VG Hub-14 Remote 2C Category 3, 4, or 5 unshielded twisted Ethernet Hub-12R pair. 100 meters maximum 100VG Hub-14 LED should light if power is connected to the Remote 2C and hubs.
  • Page 17: Network

    Module (in either slot of the Remote 2C) In the above topology, HP does not recommend configuring the HP Internet Router Module for bridging. Instead configure the router to route IP, IPX, and Appletalk protocols. This is because bridging forwards multicast and broadcast packets from the 100 Mbit/s network to the much slower T1 or ISDN lines.
  • Page 18 If you are not using an RPS, plug the included power cord into the Remote 2C’s power cord receptacle and into an AC power source as shown below. Power receptacle on the back of the Remote 2C After power has been applied to the Remote 2C, it executes a self test. Check the LEDs during self test.
  • Page 19: Description Of Leds On The Remote 2C

    The Remote 2C is not receiving power. Global Fault One or both slot modules experienced a hardware problem. (orange) The Remote 2C is not receiving power from the HP J2962A Redundant Power Supply (RPS). (green) The Remote 2C is receiving power from the connected RPS. Flashing An error has occurred on the RPS connected to the Remote 2C.
  • Page 20: Where To Go From Here

    Unscrew the two captured screws holding the module. Pull the extractor handles up. Pull the module out of the slot. The following illustration shows the removal of the HP Internet Router Module from the Remote 2C. Caution: Replace the cover plate over the slot using the two screws that hold it in place. Be careful not to overtighten the screws.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting The Remote 2C

    Use the following table to determine the problem with your Remote 2C. Also consult the LED table on page 11. If you are still having problems with the Remote 2C, see the Customer Support page at the beginning of this manual for information on how to contact HP. Problem...
  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications Physical Width 44.2 cm (17.4 in) Depth 29.8 cm (11.7 in) Height 6.6 cm (2.6 in) Weight 4.4 kg (9.8 lb) (with no modules in the Remote 2C) Electrical The Remote 2C automatically adjusts to any voltage between 100-127 and 200-240 volts and either 50 or 60 Hz.
  • Page 23 Environmental Operating Temperature Non-Operating Temperature ° ° ° ° Temperature C to +55 C to 70 ° ° ° ° F to 131 (-40 F to 158 ° ° ° ° Relative humidity 15% to 95%at 40 C (104 15% to 90% at 65 C (149 (non-condensing) Maximum altitude...
  • Page 24 16 Specifications...
  • Page 25: Safety And Regulatory Statements

    Safety and Regulatory Statements This chapter covers the following topics: mounting precautions power precautions safety and regulatory statements Declaration of Conformity Mounting Precautions When you put the Remote 2C into a rack, follow these mounting precautions: The rack or cabinet should be adequately secured to prevent it from becoming unstable and/or falling over.
  • Page 26: Power Precautions

    Safety and Regulatory Statements Power Precautions Power Precautions Follow these precautions when unplugging and plugging in power to the Remote 2C as well as adding or removing modules. C a u t i o n If your installation requires a different power cord than the one supplied with the Remote 2C, be sure to use a power cord displaying the mark of the safety agency that defines the regulations for power cords in your country.
  • Page 27: Safety Information

    Safety and Regulatory Statements Safety Information Safety Information Documentation reference symbol. If the product is marked with this symbol, refer to the product documentation to get more information about the product. WARNING A WARNING in the manual denotes a hazard that can cause injury or death.
  • Page 28 Safety and Regulatory Statements Informations concernant la sécurité Informations concernant la sécurité Symbole de référence à la documentation. Si le produit est marqué de ce symbole, reportez-vous à la documentation du produit afin d'obtenir des informations plus détaillées. WARNING Dans la documentation, un WARNING indique un danger susceptible d'entraîner des dommages corporels ou la mort.
  • Page 29 Safety and Regulatory Statements Hinweise zur Sicherheit Hinweise zur Sicherheit Symbol für Dokumentationsverweis. Wenn das Produkt mit diesem Symbol markiert ist, schlagen Sie bitte in der Produktdokumentation nach, um mehr Informationen über das Produkt zu erhalten. WARNING Symbol für Dokumentationsverweis. Wenn das Produkt mit diesem Symbol markiert ist, schlagen Sie bitte in der Produktdokumentation nach, um mehr Informationen über das Produkt zu erhalten.
  • Page 30 Safety and Regulatory Statements Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Considerazioni sulla sicurezza Simbolo di riferimento alla documentazione. Se il prodotto è contras- segnato da questo simbolo, fare riferimento alla documentazione sul prodotto per ulteriori informazioni su di esso. WARNING La dicitura WARNINGdenota un pericolo che può causare lesioni o morte.
  • Page 31 Safety and Regulatory Statements Consideraciones sobre seguridad Consideraciones sobre seguridad Símbolo de referencia a la documentación. Si el producto va mar- cado con este símbolo, consultar la documentación del producto a fin de obtener mayor información sobre el producto. WARNING Una WARNING en la documentación señala un riesgo que podría resultar en lesiones o la muerte.
  • Page 32 Safety and Regulatory Statements Safety Information (Japanese) Safety Information (Japanese)
  • Page 33: Regulatory Statements

    Safety and Regulatory Statements Regulatory Statements Regulatory Statements FCC Class A Statement (for U.S.A. Only): 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.
  • Page 34: Declaration Of Conformity

    Safety and Regulatory Statements Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity The following Declaration of Conformity for the HP AdvanceStack Remote 2C complies with ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014. The declaration identifies the product, the manufacturer’s name and address, and the applicable specifica-...
  • Page 36 Technical information in this document is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 1997 Hewlett-Packard Company Printed in Singapore 6/97 Manual Part Number J3257-90004 *J3257-90004*...

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