It appears that the common answer is to just IP to the switch. If I don't know the IP address on the switch, how do I do it? How do I assign an IP address to it without accessing it?

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The reason I was looking for the 3COM tool was to be able to access and assign an IP address to the switch. Maybe a little more info will help. This switch was previously managed at a different account. They were retired and set on a shelf for a couple of years.

We purchased the surplus inventory and would now like to use the switch. It may have previously been assigned an IP address that we have no way to recover. Specifically, how will I access the switch. It is currently attached via null modem cable to my laptop. I have used the update utility to flash the switch.

Now I would like to assign an IP address. Well looks like 3com has to make it hard on everyone, here is the procedure. I read the exact same thing on 3Com's site. What does this have to do with Password Recovery?:>( I have already used the Software Update Utility and flashed the firmware. When I connect to the switch using the Software Update Utility it shows that the firmware is current.

All 3com documentation indicates that I need to load a serial web utility and SLIP protocol that was provided on the 3com CD. I don't have the CD, which brings me back to my original question, where can I download this.

I have searched 3com for days. It doesn't appear to be there anymore. The bottom line is that even with the web utility I will still need to recover the password. I think Sean was on the right track, but I just don't see how to perform a password recovery using the text above. Increasing to 250 points. Sorry, I guess I didn't make myself very clear. I already have the Serial Utility to flash the firmware as indicated in post ' 05:49AM PST.'

I also indicated that flashing the switch did not restore factory default user ID and password as stated in post ' 06:21AM PST.' The software I was looking for was the Serial WEB utility, not the Serial Update utiltiy (suu02_07.exe). From what I am reading on Compaq's site, it looks like the switch must be RMA'd to recover the password as it requires a special cable. Can anyone confirm this? SuperStack II and 3 Switches - How to Reset to Factory Defaults Problem: How to reset to Factory Defaults Fact: SuperStack II Switch 630 Fact: SuperStack II Switch 610 Fact: SuperStack 3 Switch 3300 Fact: SuperStack II Switch 1100 Fact: SuperStack II Switch 3300 Fact: 3C16982 Fact: 3C16984 Fact: 3C16954 Fix: To reset to factory defaults, follow these steps: 1) Using a Null-Modem Cable, hook up the Console port of the switch to an available COM port on a computer (cable must be able to provide serial port communication between 2 computers). 2) Set up a Hyperterminal session to that COM port (e.g.: com1), with the port settings at 9600/8/N/1/N (. When the screen comes up blank with a blinking cursor, hit [enter] once or twice to bring up a login prompt.

3) Alternative to 1 and 2 above, if there is a known assigned TCP/IP address for the switch, one can telnet to that address, hit [enter] once or twice to get the login prompt. 4) Default logins to try are admin/(no password) or security/security.

One of those 2 should bring up the management menu. 5) To reset factory defaults, type SYSTEM[enter] then type INITIALIZE[enter]. This will reset everything that has been set up on the switch, with the exception of the TCP/IP address, if there is one. All other previous configurations will need to be re-entered. A Null modem cable isn't that special you can get one at most computer stores.

I think the issue lies in how your connecting (serial on switch to usb on computer). One of your screen shots shows the properties for COM4, but your not using a COM port to communicate with the switch. Have you tried using a DB9 to DB9 cable instead? Quote: how do find web management program Looks to me like the web based management is part of the switch.

If you know the management IP address of the switch, it should be just a matter of using a web browser and point to the IP address of the switch. To do this, you need a straight thru ethernet cable connected between PC and switch.

PC needs an IP address on the same subnet/network as the management IP of the switch... I don't have or use 3Com switches, but if connecting to the console is anything like Cisco equipment, its not what you want as you'll get a CLI (command line interface). Said by: i installed driver for this cable(look picture device manager)Before you edited your post, I thought it was just a cable.

I now see that its a converter of some sort. Did you set COM4 in the device manager to 9600, 8, N, 1? Quote: i need internet getting ip for sw.how to see ip for sw?? I can't connect management of sw if no internet? A switch has nothing to do with internet.

I don't know what the IP address of your switch is. However if your able to connect to the console port, you maybe able to reset it.

Quote: you said a straight thru ethernet cable.this cable is rj-45 to rs232?? Straight thru ethernet cable has RJ-45 plugs on each end. Both ends are wired as TIA/EIA-568A or TIA/EIA-568B. RJ-45 to DB9 cable you have pictured is a console cable for Cisco devices and will not work in your case. Cisco devices have a ethernet jack as the console port (see pic above). Quote: internet connection is important to communicate management of switch console.

You have 2 options to configure the switch: 1. Connect to console port (serial port on back of switch). Use the web based GUI.

The screenshot I've attached is from one of my Cisco routers, but I'm thinking you should see something similar on your switch. Said by: i installed driver for this cable(look picture device manager)Before you edited your post, I thought it was just a cable. I now see that its a converter of some sort. Did you set COM4 in the device manager to 9600, 8, N, 1?

Yes i did like this.and i saw white page on hyperterminal(see in picture) quote: i need internet getting ip for sw.how to see ip for sw?? I can't connect management of sw if no internet? Edgar Cayce Complete Readings Pdf Download. A switch has nothing to do with internet. I don't know what the IP address of your switch is. However if your able to connect to the console port, you maybe able to reset it. How to reset?

Such as on-off quote: you said a straight thru ethernet cable.this cable is rj-45 to rs232?? Straight thru ethernet cable has RJ-45 plugs on each end. Both ends are wired as TIA/EIA-568A or TIA/EIA-568B. RJ-45 to DB9 cable you have pictured is a console cable for Cisco devices and will not work in your case. Cisco devices have a ethernet jack as the console port (see pic above). Your pc/laptop with com port? Connecting with com port this sw is 3com 3c16980.console port db9 male.

Quote: internet connection is important to communicate management of switch console. Quote: You have 2 options to configure the switch: 1.

Connect to console port (serial port on back of switch). I have tried but blank page.cable works. Use the web based GUI. Web page for this sw:» all program and instructions are there Can you help me after looked this page if more times you have?Thanksss quote: The screenshot I've attached is from one of my Cisco routers, but I'm thinking you should see something similar on your switch. Said by: yes i did like this.and i saw white page on hyperterminal(see in picture)Your screenshot shows the COM port settings of HyperTerminal, not the settings in device manager.

The COM port settings need to be set in both places. In device manager, double click on prolific usb-to-serial comm port (com4). There should be some place to specify the COM port settings. Download Mapinfo 11 Full Crack on this page. Quote: how to reset?

Such as on-off Your going to have to find a manual for your switch and read it. Quote: i have tried but blank page.cable works. Read what I said above about the COM port settings in device manager. Quote: web page for this sw:» Can you help me after looked this page if more times you have? I'm not going to do your dirty work for you. However I will point you to the manuals for your switch.