3Com 2426-PWR - Baseline Switch Plus Instruction Manual

3Com Baseline Switch 2426-PWR Plus
Release Notes
Software version 1.0.0.8
Part Number: 10015457 Rev. AB
Published Date: January 2007
1. Introduction
1.1 Scope
These release notes summarize the operational requirements and known issues for the
following 3Com Baseline Switch 2426-PWR Plus /software releases.
Software Release Filenames Description
1.0.0.8 Initial Release Operational Software
3Com Baseline Switch 2426-PWR Plus
Model # 3C16491
Note: The software does not operate with any other
3Com Switch.
1.2 Online Resources
To obtain a copy of the 3Com Baseline Switch 2426-PWR Plus User Guide, visit the
3Com Web site:
www.3com.com
where you can find the most up-to-date version.
To obtain the latest technical information for your Switch, including a list of known
problems and solutions, visit the 3Com Knowledgebase:
http://knowledgebase.3com.com
To obtain current software updates (maintenance releases) and associated release
notes for the 3Com Baseline Switch 2426-PWR Plus and other 3Com products, visit the
3Com Web site:
http://www.3com.com

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2. Known Issues for 3Com Baseline Switch 2426-PWR
Plus Release v1.0.0.8
2.1 Port Modes
•Ports which are in auto mode or manual mode can be added to trunks.
2.2 ImageDownload
•If you download an incorrect image for Web upgrade, the Switch does not display an
error message and continues to function normally.
2.3 Limited SNMP Support
•The Switch has limited SNMP support in this release.
2.4 Cable Diagnostics
•Cable diagnostics do not work for the Gigabit ports.
3. Upgrading Software
To upgrade the software in the 3Com Baseline Switch 2426-PWR Plus, perform the
following procedure:
1. Obtain (i.e., download) the appropriate upgrade file for your device.
The upgrade file available from the 3Com web site is provided in an EXE format.
Please run the executable to reveal the upgrade file.
2. Access the web administration interface by pointing your web browser at the IP
address for the switch.
3. Log in to the user interface. Default: Type “admin” in the username field and press
Return. (The default admin password is to leave the password field blank.)
4. Select the “Administration” tab on the menu on the left side of the page and choose
the Firmware Upgrade tab.
5. Click the “Browse” button, which will open a screen for you to select a filename to
load into the Switch. Select “Open”.
6. Click the “OK” button.
7. Follow the instructions in the popups for the remainder of the upgrade.