3Com Network Router 3C882 User Manual

3COMIMPACT IQ  
EXTERNAL ISDN MODEM  
USER GUIDE  
®
Part No. 09-0885-000  
Published July 1996  
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5 YEAR  
®
LIMITED WARRANTY  
The warranty for the 3ComImpact™ IQ External ISDN  
Modem is as stated in the Limited Warranty statement  
found at the back of this User Guide with the  
exception that the 3ComImpact IQ External ISDN  
modem has a 5 Year limited warranty on the hardware  
in lieu of the standard 1 year warranty.  
The software for the 3ComImpact IQ External ISDN  
Modem has a 90 day warranty as further specified in  
the Limited Warranty statement.  
To ensure the very best 3Com service and support,  
take the time to register on-line or complete the  
product registration card.  
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CONTENTS  
ABOUT THIS GUIDE  
Introduction  
1
How to Use This Guide  
Conventions  
1
2
1 INTRODUCTION  
3C882 ISDN Modem Features 1-2  
Easy Installation and Use 1-2  
High Performance 1-3  
Protocols 1-3  
ISDN Standards and Interface 1-3  
Security 1-4  
Voice Features 1-4  
Upgradability 1-4  
Diagnostics 1-4  
Warranty 1-4  
3C882 ISDN Modem Package Contents 1-5  
Before You Install the 3C882 ISDN Modem 1-5  
IBM PC or Compatible Requirements 1-6  
Apple Macintosh Requirements 1-6  
ISDN Information 1-7  
2 INSTALLING THE 3C882 ISDN MODEM  
Familiarizing Yourself with the 3C882 ISDN Modem 2-2  
Installing a Serial Cable 2-4  
Installing the ISDN Cable 2-5  
Installing Analog Equipment 2-6  
Installing the Power Cable 2-8  
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3 CONFIGURATION FOR AN IBM-COMPATIBLE PC  
Configuring the 3C882 ISDN Modem for a PC 3-1  
Installing the 3C882 Software 3-2  
Running SPID Wizard 3-3  
Configuring Multilink PPP 3-8  
Configuring the B Channel Rate 3-9  
Configuring Voice Call Routing 3-9  
Verifying the Configuration 3-11  
Setup Using Windows 95 3-13  
Setup Using Windows NT RAS 3-17  
4 CONFIGURATION FOR AN APPLE MACINTOSH  
COMPUTER  
Configuring the 3C882 ISDN Modem for a Macintosh Computer 4-1  
Installing the 3C882 Software 4-2  
Running SPID Wizard 4-4  
Configuring Multilink PPP 4-9  
Configuring the B Channel Rate 4-10  
Configuring Voice Call Routing 4-10  
Verifying the Configuration 4-12  
5 ADVANCED CONFIGURATION  
Advanced Configuration Parameter Default Values 5-1  
Changing The Parameter Settings 5-4  
6 PLACING AND RECEIVING CALLS  
Placing ISDN Data Calls 6-1  
Placing Calls Automatically 6-2  
Placing Calls Manually 6-2  
Placing Multilink PPP Calls 6-3  
Placing a 56K TollSaver Call 6-4  
Receiving ISDN Data Calls 6-5  
Placing Voice Calls Using an Analog Phone Port 6-6  
Receiving Voice Calls Using an Analog Phone Port 6-6  
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7 TROUBLESHOOTING  
Checking the Basics 7-1  
Monitoring LEDs 7-2  
Monitoring the TEST LED 7-2  
Monitoring the D Channel LED 7-2  
Monitoring the B Channel LEDs 7-3  
Evaluating Symptoms and Solutions 7-3  
Using On-Line Help 7-5  
Finding More Information 7-5  
Contacting Technical Support 7-5  
Downloading Firmware to Your 3C882 ISDN Modem 7-5  
A ORDERING ISDN SERVICE  
Placing the ISDN Order Through 3Com A-1  
Placing the ISDN Order Through Your Telephone Company A-1  
AT&T 5ESS Switch NI1 A-3  
AT&T 5ESS Custom Switch A-4  
NorthernTelecomDMS 100 Switch A-5  
Siemens EWSD Switch A-6  
B AT COMMANDS,  
S REGISTERS, AND RESULT CODES  
AT Command Set B-1  
S Registers B-4  
Result Codes B-8  
C SPECIFICATIONS  
3C882 ISDN Modem Specifications C-1  
RS-232 COM Port Pin Specifications C-2  
PC Serial Cable Pin Specifications C-3  
Macintosh Serial Cable Pin Specifications C-3  
D CONFIGURATION USING DOS  
Configuration Using DOS D-1  
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E TECHNICAL SUPPORT  
On-line Technical Services E-1  
3Com Bulletin Board Service E-1  
World Wide Web Site E-2  
3ComForum on CompuServe E-3  
3ComFacts Automated Fax Service E-3  
Support from Your Network Supplier E-4  
Support from 3Com E-4  
Returning Products for Repair E-4  
GLOSSARY  
INDEX  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
3COM END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT  
FCC CLASS B CERTIFICATION STATEMENT  
CANADIAN NOTICE  
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FIGURES  
1-1 Network Access with the 3C882 ISDN Modem 1-1  
1-2 ISDN Information Sheet 1-7  
2-1 Installation Steps for the 3C882 ISDN Modem 2-1  
2-2 Front Panel LED Indicators 2-2  
2-3 Back Panel Connectors 2-2  
2-4 Computer to 3C882 ISDN Modem COM Port Connection 2-4  
2-5 ISDN Cable Connection 2-5  
2-6 Analog Equipment Connection 2-6  
2-7 Power Cable Connection 2-8  
3-1 Main 3C882 Configuration Steps for a PC 3-1  
3-2 Run Dialog Box 3-2  
3-3 3ComImpact IQ Globe Icon 3-3  
3-4 SPID Wizard Start Message for PC 3-3  
3-5 First Telephone Number Dialog Box for PC 3-4  
3-6 Second Telephone Number Dialog Box for PC 3-5  
3-7 Successful Configuration Dialog Box 3-5  
3-8 Configuration Dialog Box for PC 3-6  
3-9 Voice Call Routing Default Setting 3-9  
3-10 Configuration for One Telephone Number per Device 3-10  
3-11 Configuration for One Telephone Number & Two Devices 3-11  
3-12 New Hardware Dialog Box 3-13  
3-13 Install From Disk Dialog Box 3-14  
3-14 Select Device Dialog Box 3-14  
3-15 Install New Modems Dialog Box 3-15  
3-16 Modem Manufacturers and Models Dialog Box 3-16  
3-17 Network Settings Dialog Box 3-18  
3-18 Remote Access Setup Dialog Box 3-18  
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4-1 Main 3C882 Configuration Steps for a Macintosh 4-1  
4-2 3ComImpact IQ Installer Icon 4-2  
4-3 Installation Confirmation Message Box 4-2  
4-4 Software Installation Location Dialog Box 4-3  
4-5 Successful Installation Message Box 4-3  
4-6 3ComImpact IQ Program Icon 4-4  
4-7 Select Modem Port Screen 4-4  
4-8 SPID Wizard Start Screen 4-5  
4-9 Switch Detection Status Screen for Macintosh 4-6  
4-10 First Telephone Number Screen for Macintosh 4-6  
4-11 Second Telephone Screen for Macintosh 4-7  
4-12 Successful Configuration Screen 4-8  
4-13 Configuration Dialog Box for Macintosh 4-8  
4-14 Voice Call Routing Default Setting 4-10  
4-15 Configuration for One Telephone Number per Device 4-11  
4-16 Configuration for One Telephone Number & Two Devices 4-11  
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TABLES  
1
2
Text Conventions  
2
Notice Icons  
2
2-1 Front Panel LED Indicator Denitions 2-3  
5-1 Changing Default Settings 5-5  
7-1 Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions 7-3  
A-1 ISDN Order Codes A-2  
A-2 Line Configuration for AT&T 5ESS NI1 A-3  
A-3 Line Configuration for AT&T 5ESS Custom A-4  
A-4 Line Configuration for DMS 100 A-5  
A-5 Line Configuration for Siemens EWSD A-6  
B-1 AT Command Set Summary B-1  
B-2 S Registers B-4  
B-3 3C882 ISDN Modem Result Codes B-8  
C-1 Pin Descriptions C-2  
C-2 PC COM Port Cable Pin Assignments C-3  
C-3 Macintosh COM Port Cable Pin Assignments C-3  
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE  
Introduction  
This guide describes how to install, operate, and  
troubleshoot the 3ComImpact IQ External ISDN Modem,  
referred to throughout this guide as the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
Be sure to read the README.TXT or readme les on the  
applicable software utility diskette for the latest product  
information.  
How to Use This Guide  
The following table shows where to find specific information  
in this guide.  
If you are looking for:  
Turn to:  
General information  
Chapter 1  
Chapter 2  
Chapter 3  
Chapter 4  
Chapter 5  
Chapter 6  
Chapter 7  
Appendix A  
Appendix B  
Instructions for installation  
Instructions for configuration for an IBM or compatible PC  
Instructions for configuration for a Macintosh computer  
Advanced configuration  
Instructions for placing and receiving data and voice calls  
Troubleshooting tips  
Instructions for ordering ISDN service  
Tabular summary of the AT command line set, S registers,  
and result codes  
3C882 ISDN modem specifications  
Appendix C  
Appendix D  
Appendix E  
Instructions for configuration using DOS  
Information about technical support from 3Com  
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Conventions  
2
Conventions  
Table 1 and Table 2 list text and icon conventions that are  
used throughout this guide.  
Table 1 Text Conventions  
Convention  
Description  
Text represented as This typeface is used to represent displays that appear  
screen  
on your terminal screen, for example:  
display  
NetLogin:  
Text represented as This typeface is used to represent commands that you  
commands  
enter, for example:  
SETDefault !0 -IP NETaddr = 0.0.0.0  
Keys  
When specific keys are referred to in the text, they are called out  
by their labels, such as the Return key” or the Escape key,” or  
they may be shown as [Return] or [Esc].  
If two or more keys are to be pressed simultaneously, the keys are  
linked with a plus sign (+), for example:  
Press [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del].  
Italics  
Italics are used to denote new terms or emphasis.  
Table 2 Notice Icons  
Icon  
Type  
Description  
Information Note  
Information notes call attention to important features  
or instructions.  
Caution  
Cautions contain directions that you must follow to  
avoid immediate system damage or loss of data.  
Warning  
Warnings contain directions that you must follow for  
your personal safety. Follow all instructions carefully.  
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INTRODUCTION  
1
The 3ComImpact IQ External ISDN Modem (referred to as the  
3C882 ISDN modem throughout this guide) is an external,  
stand-alone Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) Basic  
Rate ISDN modem for connection with digital telephone  
services from local telephone companies in North America.  
One model (3C882) supports both IBM or IBM-compatible  
PCs and Apple Macintosh computers.  
The 3C882 ISDN modem is designed for users who require  
high-speed access to the Internet, Intranet, on-line  
information services, or corporate local area networks (LAN).  
A typical 3C882 ISDN modem application is shown in  
Figure 1-1.  
3ComImpact IQ  
External ISDN Modem  
Internet/Intranet  
m
Co  
TM  
3
3ComImpact  
DTR  
RD  
SD  
B2  
or  
B1  
D
TEST  
PWR  
on-line service  
Public telephone  
network  
ISDN line  
Corporate  
LAN  
Figure 1-1 Network Access with the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
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3C882 ISDN Modem Features  
1-2  
The 3C882 ISDN modem allows transmission of data at  
speeds of up to 128 Kbps over digital ISDN connections with  
the highest reliability and error-free performance possible.  
With Stac compression and a high-speed serial port, the  
3C882 ISDN modem allows you to get transmission speeds of  
up to 230.4 Kbps. ISDN technology reduces call setup times  
by more than 50% compared to V. fast/V.34 analog modem  
setup times; connection is established in 3 seconds.  
Setting up the 3C882 ISDN modem takes only 15 minutes.  
Simply connect the cables, load the software, run the SPID  
Wizard™ and then you are ready to place a call.  
The 3C882 ISDN modem quickly processes data and voice  
calls simultaneously. For example, you can send a fax or place  
a voice telephone call while maintaining a high-speed  
connection to the office LAN; you can also send or receive a  
voice telephone call while you are connected to the Internet.  
The 3C882 ISDN modem can be connected to any  
compatible UL -listed computer that includes  
RS-232-compliant serial ports.  
3C882 ISDN Modem Features  
The 3C882 ISDN modem provides the following features.  
Easy Installation and Use  
SPID Wizard feature for automatic telephone company switch  
and service profile ID (SPID) number configuration  
Single screen, point and click user interface for configuration  
Autobaud feature for automatic baud rate detection of your  
computers COM port  
QuickSelect protocol detection that automatically senses the  
required protocol, either V.120 or PPP, for each data call  
Automatic configuration verification with on-line registration  
On-line Help  
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3C882 ISDN Modem Features  
1-3  
High Performance  
Stac compression, for data throughput of up to 230.4 Kbps,  
which conforms to these IETF drafts:The PPP Compression  
Control Protocol, March 1994, and PPP Stacker LZS Compression  
Protocol, February 1996  
An asynchronous RS-232-D data port for connectivity to IBM  
or compatible PC and Apple Macintosh serial ports at rates of  
up to 230.4 Kbps  
Multilink PPP (RFC 1717), which creates a single digital  
network connection of up to 128 Kbps  
56K TollSaver, which places a data call over a voice  
connection saving you the additional charge for a data call  
Protocols  
ANSI V.120 rate adaption  
Async-Sync PPP™ feature, which automatically converts  
asynchronous PPP into synchronous (HDLC-based) PPP ISDN  
IETF PPP (RFC 1661)  
IETF Multilink PPP  
ISDN Caller ID  
ISDN Standards and Interface  
A complete digital network termination (Basic Rate  
ISDN U interface with built in NT1)  
Full ISDN signaling support of National ISDN  
Compatible with AT&T, Northern Telecom and Siemens  
switches  
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3C882 ISDN Modem Features  
1-4  
Security  
Password Authentication Protocol (PAP) and Challenge  
Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP) support on both  
single-channel and Multilink PPP calls (IETF RFC 1334)  
Voice Features  
Dynamic bandwidth allocation (DBA), which allows you to  
place or receive a voice call while a Multilink PPP call is active  
Two analog voice ports for attaching analog telephone  
equipment (touch-tone or cordless telephones, fax and  
answering machines, and analog modems) to the ISDN line  
Flexible call routing to the two analog ports  
Upgradability  
Flash memory for field firmware updates  
Firmware posted on 3Coms ftp and BBS sites  
Diagnostics  
LED status display  
Test call compatibility  
Warranty  
5-year limited warranty  
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3C882 ISDN Modem Package Contents  
1-5  
3C882 ISDN Modem Package Contents  
The 3C882 ISDN modem package contents contains one  
each:  
3ComImpact IQ External ISDN Modem  
Power cable with an AC wall transformer  
RJ -45/RJ -11 ISDN telephone cable  
3.5-inch installation diskette for PCs running Windows® 95,  
Windows NT®, Windows 3.x, or DOS  
3.5-inch installation diskette for Macintosh computers  
3ComImpact IQ External ISDN Modem User Guide  
3Com Impact IQ External ISDN Modem Quick Start Instructions  
Before You Install the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
To install and use the 3C882 ISDN modem successfully, you  
must have the following:  
Correct ISDN service installed at your location with an  
available ISDN RJ-11 outlet. If you have not ordered ISDN  
service yet, see Appendix A.  
ISDN configuration information. Fill out the ISDN Information  
Sheet in the ISDN Information” section of this chapter.  
A computer that meets UL standards in the United States or  
is certified to CSA standards in Canada. Refer to the section  
“IBM PC or Compatible Requirements” for an IBM or  
IBM-compatible PC. Refer to the section Apple Macintosh  
Requirements” for an Apple Macintosh computer.  
For Macintosh users, one 25-pin male to mini DIN 8-pin male  
serial cable.  
To order a free Macintosh serial cable, refer to the information  
enclosed in your 3C882 ISDN modem package. If you are  
supplying your own serial cable, ensure that it meets the pin  
specifications provided in Appendix C.  
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Before You Install the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
1-6  
IBM PC or Compatible Requirements  
An IBM-compatible PC must have the following:  
A 386, 486, or Pentium processor  
Microsoft Windows 95, Windows NT, or Windows 3.x,  
MS-DOS , or IBM PC DOS 3.x  
640 KB of conventional memory  
A hard disk drive with 2 MB of free space  
A high-density 3.5-inch floppy diskette drive  
VGA or compatible video graphics adapter and monitor  
(color recommended)  
An available serial communications port  
For 230.4 Kbps data rate.You will need an enhanced serial  
port card and COM port driver software which support 230.4  
Kbps.  
For 115.2 Kbps data rate. 3Com recommends that  
your IBM or IBM-compatible PC serial COM port be  
equipped with a 16C550 UART (universal asynchronous  
receiver/transmitter).To determine what UART is installed in  
your PC, run the Microsoft Diagnostic Program (msd) from  
the DOS prompt.  
Apple Macintosh Requirements  
An Apple Macintosh computer must have the following:  
An available serial communications port  
System 7 or later operating system  
A hard disk drive with 2 MB of free space  
A high-density 3.5-inch floppy diskette drive  
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Before You Install the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
1-7  
ISDN Information  
Enter your ISDN telephone number(s) in the information  
sheet shown in Figure 1-2.You will need this information  
during configuration of the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
Although the 3C882 ISDN modem automatically configures  
the ISDN switch type and Service Profile Identifier (SPID)  
number(s), you should indicate the switch type and SPID(s), if  
any were assigned.You may need to refer to this information  
for technical support.  
If necessary, ask your telephone company ISDN representative  
for the ISDN information.  
ISDN Information Sheet  
3ComImpact IQ ISDN Modem  
ISDN Switch Type  
AT&T 5ESS NI1  
AT&T 5ESS Custom  
Northern Telecom DMS 100  
Siemens EWSD  
Number of Telephone Numbers (1 or 2) ______  
Phone #1______________________________  
SPID # for Phone #1______________________  
Phone #2______________________________  
SPID # for Phone #2______________________  
Figure 1-2 ISDN Information Sheet  
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Before You Install the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
1-8  
ISDN Switch Type. Place a check mark next to the ISDN  
switch your telephone company uses. Each switch type has  
a corresponding provisioning table in Appendix A.  
Number of ISDN Telephone Numbers.Your one ISDN  
telephone line can support two ISDN telephone numbers. If  
you ordered one ISDN telephone number, write 1. If you  
ordered two ISDN telephone numbers, write 2.  
ISDN Telephone Number 1.Write down your ISDN telephone  
number provided to you by the telephone company ISDN  
representative.  
ISDN Telephone Number 2. Write the second ISDN phone  
number if you ordered two ISDN telephone numbers for your  
line.  
SPID Number. If required by your telephone company, fill in  
the SPID number for each ISDN phone number.Your  
telephone company can tell you whether a SPID is required.  
This number is supplied to you by the telephone company.  
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INSTALLING THE 3C882  
ISDN MODEM  
2
This chapter describes how to install the 3C882 ISDN modem  
for use with an IBM or IBM-compatible PC or an Apple  
Macintosh computer.  
This installation procedure assumes that you are familiar with  
your Apple Macintosh or IBM-compatible computer. If you  
are not, refer to the user guide that accompanied your  
computer for instructions on hardware installation and  
operating system commands.  
The main hardware installation steps are depicted in  
Figure 2-1.  
Familiarize yourself  
with the  
3C882 ISDN modem  
Install serial cable  
Install ISDN cable  
Install analog  
equipment  
(optional)  
Install power cable  
Figure 2-1 Installation Steps for the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
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Familiarizing Yourself with the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
2-2  
Familiarizing Yourself with the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
You should familiarize yourself with the components of the  
front panel and back panel of the 3C882 ISDN modem prior  
to installation.  
The LED status display, shown in Figure 2-2, consists of eight  
front panel LEDs that are described in Table 2-1.  
TM  
3 Com  
3Com  
Impact IQ  
PWR TEST  
D
B1  
B2  
SD  
RD  
DTR  
Figure 2-2 Front Panel LED Indicators  
Figure 2-3 shows the back panel.  
9 VDC  
.6A MAX  
RESET  
1
2
RS-232  
ISDN U  
Figure 2-3 Back Panel Connectors  
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Familiarizing Yourself with the 3C882 ISDN Modem  
2-3  
Table 2-1 Front Panel LED Indicator Denitions  
LED  
Color Description  
PWR  
Green Power Indicator. Lit when power is on and remains lit as long  
as power is supplied to the unit.  
TEST  
D
Green Self-Test/Status. Flashes when the 3C882 ISDN modem is  
executing its power-up self-test or a user-initiated reset. If the  
results of the self-test or reset are normal, the LED goes off. If  
the result of the self-test is abnormal and a fault is detected,  
the LED remains lit but does not flash.  
Green D Channel Status. Indicates the ISDN physical network  
interface and D channel status:  
Goes off once the physical and D channel signaling are  
synchronized.  
Flashes if the physical interface establishes synchronization  
and the ISDN D channel signaling procedures are not properly  
established.  
Remains lit if the physical ISDN interface is not synchronized or  
is disconnected.  
B1  
B2  
Amber B1 Channel Activity. Green indicates a circuit-switched data  
or  
call in progress. Amber indicates a circuit-switched voice call in  
green progress. If a call is in a dialing state, the LED flashes. When the  
call is disconnected, the LED goes off.  
Amber B2 Channel Activity. Green indicates a circuit-switched data  
or  
call in progress. Amber indicates a circuit-switched voice call in  
green progress. If a call is in a dialing state, the LED flashes. When the  
call is disconnected, the LED goes off.  
SD  
Green Send Data. Indicates that information is being transmitted  
over the serial data port from the computer to the ISDN  
modem.  
RD  
Green Receive Data. Indicates that information is being transmitted  
over the serial data port to the computer from the ISDN  
modem.  
DTR  
Green Data Terminal Ready. Indicates that communication  
between the ISDN modem and computer has been  
established.  
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Installing a Serial Cable  
2-4  
Installing a Serial Cable  
You will need the following type of serial cable.  
For a Macintosh computer, you will need a 25-pin male to  
mini DIN 8-pin male serial cable. Refer to the information  
enclosed in your 3C882 ISDN modem package to order a free  
cable. If you are providing your own serial cable, ensure that  
it meets the pin specifications provided in Appendix C.  
For a PC, you will need the 25-pin male to 9-pin female serial  
cable that was provided. For PCs with a 25-pin serial port  
connector, you will need to purchase a standard 9-pin to  
25-pin adapter.  
To install the 3C882 ISDN modem serial cable:  
1 Insert the 25-pin male end of a serial signal cable into the  
RS-232 serial port on the 3C882 ISDN modems back  
panel and tighten the connector screws, as shown in  
Figure 2-4.  
ISDN  
U
RS-2
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
.5A MAX  
Figure 2-4 Computer to 3C882 ISDN Modem COM Port Connection  
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Installing the ISDN Cable  
2-5  
2 Connect the other end of a serial cable to a serial COM  
port on the back of your computer and tighten the  
connector screws.  
On a PC, most COM port connectors are labeled COM,  
SERIAL, or RS-232-D. On an IBM AT® PC and most laptops or  
notebooks, connect the cable to a 9-pin COM port connector.  
If your PC has a 25-pin serial port connector, you will need to  
install a standard 9-pin to 25-pin adapter.  
On a Macintosh computer, the COM port is the mini DIN  
8-pin serial connector depicted by the telephone handset.  
Installing the ISDN Cable  
To install the ISDN cable:  
1 Connect the RJ-45 (8-pin) connector end of the  
RJ-45/RJ-11 ISDN cable to the RJ-45 ISDN line port labeled  
ISDN U on the 3C882 ISDN modems back panel, as shown  
in Figure 2-5.  
ISDN  
U
RS-23
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
.
5A MAX  
Figure 2-5 ISDN Cable Connection  
2 Connect the RJ-11 (6-pin) connector end of the  
RJ-45/RJ-11 ISDN cable to the RJ-11 ISDN wall jack.  
CAUTION: An NT1 is built into the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
Never connect the 3C882 ISDN modem ISDN port to a  
standard analog telephone jack or to an external NT1  
device. Make sure that it is connected directly to the ISDN  
jack.  
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Installing Analog Equipment  
You can connect an analog touch-tone telephone,  
answering machine, fax machine, or external analog modem  
to the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
You will need an RJ-11 to RJ-11 cable for each analog phone  
port connection.  
To install an analog device:  
1 Insert one RJ-11 connector to a phone port labeled with a  
telephone icon on the back of the ISDN modem as shown  
in Figure 2-6.  
ISDN  
U
RS-23
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
.5A MAX  
Figure 2-6 Analog Equipment Connection  
2 Insert the other RJ-11 end into the appropriate RJ-11 port  
on the analog device.  
3 If you have another analog device to install, repeat steps 1  
and 2.  
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CAUTION:The 3C882 ISDN modem is designed to operate with  
®
telephones that are compatible with the original AT&T 2500  
touch-tone telephone standard. 3Com guarantees proper  
operation of up to three compatible touch-tone devices per  
analog phone port.The 3C882 ISDN modem is designed to  
provide power and ringing for these three devices on up to 200  
feet of AWG 26 or heavier AWG wiring. Although the 3C882  
ISDN modem may function satisfactorily at longer cable  
distances with more than two attached telephones, proper  
operation at longer cable distances is not guaranteed in all  
situations.  
Specialized telephone equipment such as speaker phones  
that draw large amounts of power may not work on the  
3C882 ISDN modems Phone port. Because these devices do  
not conform to the power specification of the 2500  
touch-tone telephone standard, their operation is not  
guaranteed.  
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Installing the Power Cable  
2-8  
Installing the Power Cable  
To install the power cable:  
1 Connect the 3C882 ISDN modem power cable to the  
9 VDC power connector on the back panel of the ISDN  
modem, as shown in Figure 2-7.  
ISDN  
U
RS-23
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
.5A MAX  
Figure 2-7 Power Cable Connection  
2 Plug the transformer end of the power cable into a surge-  
protected standard 110 VAC wall outlet.  
The indicator LEDs on the front panel (see Figure 2-2) flash  
momentarily as the unit undergoes a power-up self-test  
diagnostic.  
This completes the 3C882 ISDN modem installation.  
Go to the appropriate chapter to configure the 3C882 ISDN  
modem, either Chapter 3,Configuration for an  
IBM-Compatible PC,”or Chapter 4,Configuration for an Apple  
Macintosh Computer.”  
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CONFIGURATION FOR AN  
IBM-COMPATIBLE PC  
3
This chapter describes how to configure the 3C882 ISDN  
modem using the Windows operating system. Additional  
steps are required for Windows 95 and Windows NT users.  
The main topics are as follows:  
Configuring the 3C882 ISDN modem  
Setup Using Windows 95  
Setup Using Windows NT RAS  
For instructions on using the DOS operating system, refer to  
Appendix D.  
Configuring the 3C882 ISDN Modem for a PC  
The main steps are shown in Figure 3-1.  
Install 3C882  
software  
Run  
SPID Wizard  
Configure  
Multilink PPP,  
B channel rate, &  
voice call routing  
Verify  
configuration  
Figure 3-1 Main 3C882 Configuration Steps for a PC  
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Installing the 3C882 Software  
To install the 3C882 ISDN modem software:  
1 Insert the 3ComImpact IQ Windows & DOS Installation  
Diagnostic Utilities diskette into an available floppy drive.  
2 If you are using Windows 95, select Run from the Start  
menu. If you are using Windows 3.x, select Run from the File  
menu. In the Run dialog box shown in Figure 3-2, type:  
a:\setup  
Figure 3-2 Run Dialog Box  
3 Click OK.  
After the configuration program is copied to the hard disk.,  
the readme file opens. Review the information and then  
close the file. A message confirms installation is complete.  
If you are running Windows 3.x, a message box appears and  
asks you whether you want to install a COM port  
enhancement driver for data transfer rates up to 115.2 Kbps.  
This driver will replace your existing COM port driver.  
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Running SPID Wizard  
The SPID Wizard automatically detects your telephone  
companys switch type and configures the SPID(s).  
You will need the ISDN telephone numbers from the ISDN  
Information Sheet you completed in Chapter 1.  
1 Double-click the 3ComImpact IQ 3.0 icon shown in  
Figure 3-3.  
Figure 3-3 3ComImpact IQ Globe Icon  
You will see a start message, as shown in Figure 3-4.  
Figure 3-4 SPID Wizard Start Message for PC  
If you do not want to run the SPID Wizard, click Cancel.The  
Conguration dialog box appears (see Figure 3-8). Select your  
ISDN switch type, and then enter the telephone number(s)  
and, if required, enter the corresponding SPID(s) for your ISDN  
line. Refer to the section Conguring Multilink PPP.  
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The dialog box for the first telephone number appears, as  
shown in Figure 3-5.  
Figure 3-5 First Telephone Number Dialog Box for PC  
2 Enter the first telephone number for your ISDN line.  
3 Click Next.  
A message appears, indicating that the 3C882 ISDN modem  
is detecting the SPID for the rst telephone number.  
After the SPID is configured, the dialog box shown in  
Figure 3-6 appears.  
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Figure 3-6 Second Telephone Number Dialog Box for PC  
4 If you have a second telephone number for your ISDN line,  
enter it, and then click Next. If not, leave the field  
incomplete, and then click Done.  
After successful configuration of your switch type and SPID  
number(s), Figure 3-7 appears.  
Figure 3-7 Successful Configuration Dialog Box  
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5 Click Finish.  
The on-line registration dialog box appears. Enter your  
information and then click Register Now.  
After your information is received, the Configuration dialog  
box appears, as shown in Figure 3-8.  
Figure 3-8 Configuration Dialog Box for PC  
A message bar at the bottom of the dialog box provides status  
information about the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
The Configuration dialog box buttons do the following.  
Help. Click the Help button to access help for the  
Configuration dialog box.There is also comprehensive  
on-line help accessible from the 3ComImpact IQ ISDN  
modem program group box.  
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Tools. Clicking on the Tools button produces buttons for  
Firmware, Tests, Save and Restore.  
Firmware. Refer to the readme file for firmware download  
instructions.  
Tests. Use the Tests tool only under the direction of  
technical support personnel.  
Save. Pressing the Save button saves the current  
Configuration dialog box settings in a file you name. You  
can easily restore a previously saved file to the  
Configuration dialog box.  
Restore. Pressing the Restore button restores the  
3ComImpact IQ ISDN modem to a previously saved  
configuration file.  
Update. Click the Update button to download the current  
configuration parameters to your ISDN modems S registers.  
After you click the Update button, the name changes to  
Updated to indicate that the change was made.  
Exit. Click Exit to leave the Configuration dialog box.  
Running SPID Wizard Again  
The SPID Wizard automatically runs when you are  
configuring the 3C882 ISDN modem for the rst time or if  
you connect the 3C882 ISDN modem to a different ISDN  
line. After the ISDN switch type, telephone number(s) and  
SPID(s) are configured, clicking on the 3ComImpact IQ globe  
icon causes the Configuration dialog box to be displayed.  
If you add a second telephone number to your ISDN line  
after you run SPID Wizard, you can use SPID Wizard to detect  
the SPID for your second telephone number.  
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To run the SPID Wizard for a second telephone number:  
1 From the Configuration dialog box, check the Enabled  
box located in the Number 2 group box.  
A message box appears and asks you to confirm that you  
want to run SPID Wizard.  
2 Click OK.  
The Second Telephone Number dialog box appears.  
3 Enter the second telephone number for your ISDN line  
and then click Next.  
Figure 3-7 appears.  
4 Click Finish.  
Configuring Multilink PPP  
Multilink PPP is a protocol which provides a method for  
combining multiple PPP connections. Multilink PPP combines  
the two ISDN B channels, creating a virtual single digital  
connection of up to 128 Kbps. Note that the destination you  
are dialing must also support Multilink PPP, or the  
dual-channel link will not occur and you will get a single  
B channel connection. By default, Multilink PPP is enabled.  
To enable or disable Multilink PPP, do the following:  
1 Click inside the Multilink check box in the PPP area to  
clear it (disable) or check it (enable).  
2 Click the Update button to download the change to your  
3C882 ISDN modems S register.  
Additional configuration may be needed for Multilink PPP. For  
details refer to S registers 82 and 83 in Appendix B.  
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Configuring the B Channel Rate  
By default, the B Channel Rate is 56 Kbps. Check with your  
telephone company for the appropriate B Channel Rate.  
To change the B Channel Rate, do the following:  
1 Select the appropriate radio button, 56 Kbps or 64 Kbps.  
2 Click the Update button to download the change to your  
3C882 ISDN modems S register.  
Configuring Voice Call Routing  
If you plan to use the 3C882 ISDN modems analog Phone  
ports, you may want to change the default setting. An  
example using the default setting is shown in Figure 3-9.  
Number 1  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Number 2  
ISDN  
U
9085551212  
RS-232  
015551212000  
Phone Port 2  
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
5A MAX  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
9085551213  
015551213000  
Phone Port 2  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1213  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1213  
Figure 3-9 Voice Call Routing Default Setting  
By default, all Phone Port boxes are checked.This allows calls  
to and from both ISDN telephone numbers to ring both  
devices simultaneously.  
You may want to exclusively assign a telephone number to a  
device. Instructions for configuring two common scenarios is  
as follows.  
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One Telephone Number per Analog Device. If you have  
two telephone numbers and two analog devices, you may  
want one telephone number associated exclusively with just  
an analog telephone and the other telephone number  
associated with just a fax machine.  
In this example, shown in Figure 3-10, calls to 908 555 1212  
will only be routed to the telephone.  
Number 1  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Number 2  
ISDN  
U
9085551212  
RS-23
015551212000  
Phone Port 2  
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
5A MAX  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
9085551213  
015551213000  
Phone Port 2  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1213  
Figure 3-10 Configuration for One Telephone Number per Device  
One Telephone Number and Two Analog Devices. If you  
have only one telephone number for your ISDN line and two  
analog devices, check the Phone Port 1 and Phone Port 2  
boxes located in the Number 1 group box, as shown in  
Figure 3-11. Calls to that telephone number will ring both  
devices allowing you to answer a call using either one.  
Note that while you are using the fax machine, for example,  
you cannot use the telephone to place or receive calls  
because your ISDN line has only one telephone number.  
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Number 1  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Number 2  
ISDN  
U
9085551212  
RS-232  
015551212000  
Phone Port 2  
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
5A MAX  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Phone Port 2  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1212  
Figure 3-11 Configuration for One Telephone Number & Two Devices  
To change the voice call routing setting:  
1 Specify which Phone port should handle the calls  
associated with Telephone Number 1 by checking the  
appropriate Phone Port box.  
2 If your ISDN line has two telephone numbers, specify  
which Phone port should handle the calls associated with  
Telephone Number 2.  
3 Click the Update button to download the change to your  
3C882 ISDN modems S register.  
Verifying the Configuration  
Check the status bar located toward the bottom of the  
Configuration dialog box. If the parameters were configured  
accurately and the 3C882 ISDN modem is ready to send and  
receive calls, the status bar fields will appear as shown here.  
Layer 1: UP  
SPID 1: Init (if required)  
TEI 1: Number from 64 to 126  
SPID 2: Init (if required)  
TEI 2: Number from 64 to 126 (if required)  
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The TEI number(s) are not configured by the user.The TEI  
number(s) are transmitted by the telephone company for  
informational purposes only.  
Before you close the Configuration dialog box, do the  
following.  
1 Confirm that the Configuration dialog box parameters are  
correct.  
2 Click the Update Configuration button to update this  
information to the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
3 Click Exit to leave the utility.  
This completes the ISDN modem configuration procedure.  
For Windows 3.x users, go to Chapter 5,Advanced  
Configuration,” and review the default settings to ensure that  
they reflect your preferences. If you prefer not to change the  
default settings, go on to Chapter 6,Placing and Receiving  
Calls.”  
If you are using Windows 95 or Windows NT™ Remote  
Access Service (RAS), refer to the appropriate section, Setup  
Using Windows 95” or Setup Using Windows NT RAS” for  
additional instructions.  
For information about how to use the 3C882 ISDN modem  
with tested Internet access software, use the 3Com fax service  
(1) (408) 727-7021 (analog) in the U.S. or visit 3Coms World  
Wide Web site at http://www.3Com.com/.  
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Setup Using Windows 95  
This section describes how to set up the 3C882 ISDN modem  
using Windows 95 Plug and Play.These instructions assume  
that Windows 95, Microsoft Plus!, and the 3C882 ISDN  
modem software have already been installed.  
1 Reboot your PC with the 3C882 ISDN modem powered up  
and physically connected to your PC.  
The New Hardware dialog box appears, shown in Figure 3-12.  
Figure 3-12 New Hardware Dialog Box  
2 Select the Driver from disk provided by hardware  
manufacturer option.  
3 Click OK.  
The Install From Disk dialog box appears, as shown in  
Figure 3-13.  
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Figure 3-13 Install From Disk Dialog Box  
4 Insert the 3ComImpact IQ Windows & DOS Installation  
Diagnostic Utilities diskette into an available floppy drive.  
5 Click OK.  
The Select Device dialog box appears, as shown in  
Figure 3-14.  
Figure 3-14 Select Device Dialog Box  
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6 Select 3ComImpact IQ and then click OK.  
If you are planning to run your computer at the maximum  
230.4 Kbps baud rate, you must set up the driver that allows  
a maximum 230.4 Kbps baud rate.To do so, go on to step 7.  
Otherwise, if you plan to run your computer at baud rates up  
to 115.2 Kbps, the process is complete. Go to Chapter 5,  
“Advanced Configuration,” to review the default settings and  
ensure that they reflect your preferences. If you prefer not to  
change the default settings, then go on to Chapter 6,Placing  
and Receiving Calls.”  
7 From the Control Panel dialog box, double click on the  
Modems icon.  
The Modems Properties dialog box appears.  
8 Click Add.  
The Install New Modem dialog box appears, as shown in  
Figure 3-15.  
Figure 3-15 Install New Modems Dialog Box  
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9 Check the box to prevent automatic detection of the  
3ComImpact IQ ISDN modem.  
10 Click Next.  
The dialog box shown in Figure 3-16 appears.  
Figure 3-16 Modem Manufacturers and Models Dialog Box  
11 From the Manufacturers list box, select 3COM.  
12 From the Models list box, select 3ComImpact IQ 230K.  
13 Click Next.  
14 Select the appropriate COM port.  
15 Click Next.  
A dialog box indicates successful setup.  
16 Click Finish.  
This completes the setup procedure.  
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Go to Chapter 5,Advanced Configuration,” to review the  
default settings and ensure that they reflect your preferences.  
If you prefer not to change the default settings, go on to  
Chapter 6,Placing and Receiving Calls.”  
Setup Using Windows NT RAS  
This section describes how to set up the 3C882 ISDN modem  
using Windows NT RAS version 3.5.1.  
1 Using the File Manager, locate the Windows NT  
MODEM.INF file in the %SystemRoot%/System32/RAS  
directory and rename it MODEM.ORG.  
For example, if your root directory is windows, you would  
look for the Windows NT MODEM.INF file in the following  
directory:  
C:\windows\System32\RAS  
2 Copy the 3C882 ISDN modem MODEM.INF file to the same  
directory as the MODEM.ORG file.  
3 From the main menu, select Control Panel, and then select  
Network.  
The Network Settings dialog box appears, as shown in  
Figure 3-17.  
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Figure 3-17 Network Settings Dialog Box  
4 From the Installed Network Software list box, select  
Remote Access Service and then click Configure.  
The Remote Access Setup dialog box appears, as shown in  
Figure 3-18.  
Figure 3-18 Remote Access Setup Dialog Box  
5 If a modem is already configured, select it, and then click  
Remove.  
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6 Click Add.  
The Add Port dialog box appears.  
7 Select a COM port, and then click OK.  
The Remote Access Setup message box appears.  
8 Click Cancel.  
The Configure Port dialog box appears.  
9 Select 3ComImpact IQ for baud rates up to 115.2 Kbps or  
select 3ComImpact IQ 230K for baud rates up to 230.4  
Kbps and then specify the port usage. Click OK.  
The Remote Access Setup dialog box appears.  
10 Click Continue.  
11 Click OK to exit the Network Settings dialog box.  
The Network Settings Change alert box appears.  
12 Click Restart Now.  
Once your computer has rebooted, you are ready to use the  
3C882 ISDN modem.  
Go to Chapter 5,Advanced Configuration,” to review the  
default settings and ensure that they reflect your preferences.  
If you prefer not to change the default settings, go on to  
Chapter 6,Placing and Receiving Calls.”  
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CONFIGURATION FOR AN  
APPLE MACINTOSH  
COMPUTER  
4
This chapter describes how to configure the 3C882 ISDN  
modem using an Apple Macintosh computer.  
You will need the ISDN telephone numbers from the ISDN  
Information Sheet you completed in Chapter 1.  
Configuring the 3C882 ISDN Modem for a  
Macintosh Computer  
The main steps are shown in Figure 4-1.  
Install 3C882  
software  
Run  
SPID Wizard  
Configure  
Multilink PPP,  
B channel rate, &  
voice call routing  
Verify  
configuration  
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Installing the 3C882 Software  
To install the 3C882 ISDN modem software in an Apple  
Macintosh computer:  
1 Insert the 3ComImpact IQ Installer Diagnostic Utilities  
software utility diskette into the floppy drive and then  
double-click the diskette icon.  
2 Double-click the 3ComImpact IQ Installer icon shown in  
Figure 4-2.  
Figure 4-2 3ComImpact IQ Installer Icon  
A message box appears.  
3 Click Continue.  
Figure 4-3 appears.  
Figure 4-3 Installation Confirmation Message Box  
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4 Click Continue.  
Figure 4-4 appears.  
Figure 4-4 Software Installation Location Dialog Box  
5 Select the location on your hard drive where you would  
like the 3ComImpact IQ folder. If you do not want to use  
the default folder name, change the name. Click Install.  
After all of the 3ComImpact IQ ISDN modem software is  
installed, Figure 4-5 appears.  
Figure 4-5 Successful Installation Message Box  
6 Click OK.  
This completes the software installation procedure.  
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Running SPID Wizard  
The SPID Wizard automatically detects your telephone  
companys switch type and configures the SPID(s). SPID  
Wizard automatically runs when you are configuring the  
3C882 ISDN modem for the rst time or if you connect the  
3C882 ISDN modem to a different ISDN line. After the ISDN  
switch type, telephone number(s) and SPID(s) are configured,  
clicking on the 3ComImpact IQ program icon causes the  
Configuration dialog box to be displayed.  
You will need the ISDN telephone numbers from the ISDN  
Information Sheet you completed in Chapter 1.  
1 Double-click the 3ComImpact IQ 3.0 program icon shown  
in Figure 4-6.  
Figure 4-6 3ComImpact IQ Program Icon  
The Select Modem Port screen appears, as shown in  
Figure 4-7.  
Figure 4-7 Select Modem Port Screen  
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2 Select the port to which the 3C882 ISDN modem is  
connected and then click OK.  
The SPID Wizard start screen appears, as shown in Figure 4-8.  
Figure 4-8 SPID Wizard Start Screen  
If you do not want to run the SPID Wizard, click Cancel.The  
Conguration dialog box appears (see Figure 4-13). Select  
your ISDN switch type, and then enter the telephone  
number(s) and, if required, enter the corresponding SPID(s) for  
your ISDN line. Refer to the section Conguring Multilink  
PPP”.  
3 Click Next.  
The SPID Wizard first checks for ISDN layer 1 status, and then  
configures the switch type.The status is indicated, as shown  
in Figure 4-9.  
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Figure 4-9 Switch Detection Status Screen for Macintosh  
After the switch type is configured, the First Telephone  
Number dialog box appears, as shown in Figure 4-10.  
Figure 4-10 First Telephone Number Screen for Macintosh  
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4 Enter the first telephone number for your ISDN line and  
then click Next.  
After SPID Wizard configures the SPID for the rst telephone  
number, Figure 4-11 appears.  
Figure 4-11 Second Telephone Screen for Macintosh  
5 If your ISDN line has a second telephone number assigned  
to it, enter it here and then click Next. If it does not have a  
second telephone number assigned to it, leave the field as  
is and then click Done.  
If you entered a second telephone number for your ISDN line,  
the SPID for the second telephone number is configured.  
A message box indicates that the configuration was  
successful, as shown in Figure 4-12.  
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Figure 4-12 Successful Configuration Screen  
6 Click Done.  
The on-line registration dialog box appears. Enter your  
information and then click Register Now. After your  
information is sent, the Configuration dialog box appears, as  
shown in Figure 4-13.  
Figure 4-13 Configuration Dialog Box for Macintosh  
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The Configuration dialog box buttons do the following.  
Update Configuration. Click Update Configuration to  
download parameter changes to your ISDN modems  
S registers.  
Update Firmware. Refer to the readme file for firmware  
download instructions.  
Diagnostics. Use the Diagnostics tool only under the  
direction of technical support personnel.  
Quit. Click Quit to leave the Configuration dialog box.  
Configuring Multilink PPP  
Multilink PPP is a protocol which provides a method for  
combining multiple PPP connections. Multilink PPP combines  
the two ISDN B channels, creating a virtual single digital  
connection of up to 128 Kbps. Note that the destination you  
are dialing must also support Multilink PPP, or the  
dual-channel link will not occur and you will get a single  
B channel connection.  
By default, Multilink PPP is enabled.To enable or disable  
Multilink PPP, do the following:  
1 Click inside the Multilink check box in the PPP area to  
clear it (disable) or check it (enable).  
2 Click the Update Configuration button to download the  
change to your 3C882 ISDN modems S register.  
Additional configuration may be needed for Multilink PPP. For  
details refer to S registers 82 and 83 in Appendix B.  
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Configuring the B Channel Rate  
By default, the B Channel Rate is 56 Kbps. Check with your  
telephone company for the appropriate B Channel Rate.  
To change the B Channel Rate, do the following:  
1 Select the appropriate radio button, 56 Kbps or 64 Kbps.  
2 Click the Update Configuration button to download the  
change to your 3C882 ISDN modems S register.  
Configuring Voice Call Routing  
If you plan to use the analog Phone ports of the 3C882 ISDN  
modem, you may want to change the default setting. An  
example using the default setting is shown in Figure 4-14.  
Number 1  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Number 2  
ISDN  
U
9085551212  
RS-232  
015551212000  
Phone Port 2  
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
5A MAX  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
9085551213  
015551213000  
Phone Port 2  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1213  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1213  
Figure 4-14 Voice Call Routing Default Setting  
By default, all Phone Port boxes are checked.This allows calls  
to and from both ISDN telephone numbers to ring both  
devices simultaneously.  
You may want to exclusively assign a telephone number to a  
device. Instructions for configuring two common scenarios is  
as follows.  
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One Telephone Number per Analog Device. If you have  
two telephone numbers and two analog devices, you may  
want one telephone number associated exclusively with just  
an analog telephone and the other telephone number  
associated with just a fax machine. In this example, shown in  
Figure 4-15, calls to 908 555 1212 will only be routed to the  
telephone.  
Number 1  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Number 2  
ISDN  
U
9085551212  
RS-232  
015551212000  
Phone Port 2  
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
5A MAX  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
9085551213  
015551213000  
Phone Port 2  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1213  
Figure 4-15 Configuration for One Telephone Number per Device  
One Telephone Number and Two Analog Devices. If you  
have only one telephone number for your ISDN line and two  
analog devices, check the Phone Port 1 and Phone Port 2  
boxes, as shown in Figure 4-16. Calls to that telephone  
number will ring both devices allowing you to answer a call  
using either one.  
Number 1  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Number 2  
ISDN  
U
9085551212  
RS-232  
015551212000  
Phone Port 2  
1
2
RESET  
9
VDC  
5A MAX  
Telephone Number:  
Service Profile Identifier: (SPID)  
Route Voice Calls to: Phone Port 1  
Phone Port 2  
908 555 1212  
908 555 1212  
Figure 4-16 Configuration for One Telephone Number & Two Devices  
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Note that while you are using the fax machine, for example,  
you cannot use the telephone to place or receive calls  
because your ISDN line has only one telephone number.  
To change the voice call routing setting:  
1 Specify which Phone port should handle the calls  
associated with Telephone Number 1.  
2 If your ISDN line has two telephone numbers, specify  
which Phone port should handle the calls associated with  
Telephone Number 2.  
3 Click the Update Configuration button to download the  
change to your 3C882 ISDN modems S register  
Verifying the Configuration  
Check the status bar located toward the bottom of the  
Configuration dialog box to verify correct configuration. If the  
parameters were configured accurately and the 3C882 ISDN  
modem is ready to send and receive calls, the status bar  
elds will appear as shown here.  
The TEI number(s) are not configured by the user.The TEI  
number(s) are provided by the telephone company for  
informational purposes only.  
Layer 1: UP  
SPID 1: Init (if required)  
TEI 1: Number from 64 to 126  
SPID 2: Init (if required)  
TEI 2: Number from 64 to 126 (if required)  
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Before closing the Configuration dialog box, do the following.  
1 Confirm that the Configuration dialog box parameters are  
correct.  
2 Click the Update Configuration button to update this  
information to the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
3 Click Quit to exit the Configuration dialog box.  
This completes the 3C882 ISDN modem configuration.  
Go to Chapter 5,Advanced Configuration,” to review the  
default settings and ensure that they reflect your preferences.  
If you prefer not to change the default settings, then go on  
to Chapter 6,Placing and Receiving Calls.”  
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ADVANCED  
CONFIGURATION  
5
Advanced Configuration Parameter Default Values  
To change advanced configuration parameter values, you  
will need terminal emulation software to allow you to use  
AT commands.  
For Windows 95 and Windows NT users, HyperTerminal  
terminal emulation software is provided with those  
operating systems. For Macintosh users, terminal emulation  
software was installed in the 3ComImpact IQ folder during  
software installation.  
The advanced configuration parameters and their default  
settings are as follows:  
Auto Answer (disabled)  
Baud Rate (automatic detection of rates up to 115.2 Kbps)  
Compression (enabled)  
Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation (enabled)  
QuickSelect (enabled)  
Each parameter is described in detail in the following section.  
If the default settings meet your preferences, go on to  
Chapter 6,Placing and Receiving Calls.”  
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5-2  
QuickSelect  
The QuickSelect feature automatically detects and uses the  
protocol required for each digital call, either V.120 or  
Async-Sync PPP.Typically, V.120 is used for communication  
between two computers, while PPP is used for  
communication between a computer and an Internet  
service provider.  
DBA  
Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation. DBA is a method of  
automatically reallocating bandwidth, such as a B channel.  
DBA allows you to place or receive a voice call while a  
Multilink PPP call is active.  
When a voice call comes in, or if you lift the handset to place  
a call while you have both B channels in use because of  
Multilink PPP, one of the B channels is temporarily removed  
from the Multilink PPP call and is used for the voice call.  
Once the voice call ends, that B channel is automatically  
returned to the Multilink PPP call. Although throughput is  
reduced while the voice call is active, the reliability of the  
Multilink PPP call is not affected.  
If you are on the receiving end of a Multilink PPP call and you  
place a voice call, one of the B channels will be used for the  
voice call but once the voice call ends, the B channel cannot  
be returned to the Multilink PPP call.The B channel can only  
be returned to the Multilink PPP call if you placed the call.  
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5-3  
Auto Answer  
When Auto Answer is disabled (the default), a RING message  
is delivered to the RS-232 port upon reception of an  
incoming data call to the 3C882 ISDN modem. Enter the  
command AT A to answer the incoming data call. A  
CONNECT message is then delivered to the RS-232 port upon  
successful connection.  
If Auto Answer is enabled, the call is automatically answered  
after the number of rings you specify, and a CONNECT  
message, indicating the speed of the connection, is delivered  
to the RS-232 port.  
Compression  
Compression is a method of reducing the size of data  
without losing any information.The 3C882 ISDN modem  
automatically compresses data to improve data transfer times  
using the Stac compression method.The following check  
modes are negotiable— None, One Byte Sequence Number,  
and Extended. Extended is the preferred choice.The degree  
of compression depends on the type of file being transferred.  
For example, a text-only file compresses better than a file  
with graphics.  
Compression is enabled (default) and will automatically be  
invoked unless you are running compression on your  
computer. If you are running compression on your  
computer, that compression method will be used instead of  
3C882 compression even if 3C882 compression is enabled.  
Baud Rate  
By default, the baud rate is set using Autobaud. Autobaud  
automatically detects the maximum data rate of your  
computers COM port. Rates up to 115.2 Kbps can be  
detected automatically. 3Com recommends that you leave  
Autobaud enabled unless you want to set the baud rate to  
230.4 Kbps.The command AT $B (baud rate) is used to set a  
specific baud rate, such as 230.4 Kbps. Refer to Appendix B  
for a list of acceptable values.  
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5-4  
To access the 3C882 Conguration dialog box, Autobaud  
must be enabled. If the baud rate is set to a specific rate, you  
will not be able to access the Conguration dialog box. Before  
setting a specific baud rate, ensure that the Conguration  
dialog box parameters are set appropriately.  
To set the baud rate to the maximum of 230.4 Kbps, do the  
following:  
1 Ensure that your computers COM port and  
communications software support 230.4 Kbps.  
2 Send the command AT $B 230400 to the 3C882 ISDN  
modem.  
For instructions on how to send AT commands, refer to the  
section Changing The Parameter Settings.  
3 Change the setting of your application program to  
230400 bps.  
This completes the procedure to change the baud rate to  
230.4 Kbps.  
Changing The Parameter Settings  
To change parameter settings:  
1 Launch your communications or terminal emulation  
software.  
Be sure your communications software is in terminal mode.  
2 Be sure the 3C882 ISDN modem is in command mode  
(sometimes called local mode or terminal mode) so that it  
interprets your commands.  
When your computer is powered on, the 3C882 ISDN  
modem automatically starts in command mode. If you have  
recently used the 3C882 ISDN modem to make a call and  
have not yet disconnected, type +++ to switch to command  
mode.  
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Changing The Parameter Settings  
5-5  
3 Type:  
AT <command>  
4 Press Enter or Return.  
Refer to Table 5-1 for the appropriate command. For example,  
to disable compression, type AT%C0, and then press [Enter]  
or [Return].  
An AT command line starts with the characters AT.The  
command line accepts up to 40 command characters in the  
line (not including the two AT characters, or spaces).  
After completing its tasks, the 3C882 ISDN modem sends a  
message to the screen followed by a result code. Refer to  
Appendix B for a complete list of result codes.  
5 To change another parameter setting, repeat steps 1  
through 4. Otherwise, go on to Chapter 6,Placing and  
Receiving Calls.”  
Table 5-1 Changing Default Settings  
Parameter  
Default Value  
To Change the Default  
QuickSelect  
Enabled  
Send the command ATS71=1 to use Async-Sync  
PPP exclusively or ATS71=2 to use V.120 exclusively.  
DBA  
Enabled  
Send the command ATS70=0 to disable DBA.  
Auto Answer Disabled  
Send the command ATS0=(number of rings before  
the ISDN modem answers the call) to enable Auto  
Answer.  
Compression Enabled  
Send the command AT%C0 to disable compression.  
Autobaud  
Enabled  
Send the command AT$B (rate) to set a specific  
baud rate. Acceptable values are 1200, 2400, 4800,  
9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, and 230400.  
*
Send the command AT$B0 to return to Autobaud.  
Autobaud does not exceed 115200. For 230400 you  
must send AT $B230400 to the ISDN modem.  
* To access the Configuration dialog box, the baud rate must be set to Autobaud.  
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PLACING AND RECEIVING  
CALLS  
6
This chapter illustrates how to place and receive a variety of  
calls with your 3C882 ISDN modem.The 3C882 ISDN  
modem uses AT commands and S registers for call  
management.  
This chapter covers the following:  
Placing ISDN data calls  
Placing a Multilink PPP call  
Placing a 56K TollSaver call  
Receiving ISDN data calls  
Placing calls using an analog phone port  
Receiving calls using an analog phone port  
Placing ISDN Data Calls  
You can let your communications software send and receive  
calls for you, or you can use a terminal emulator to place calls  
manually. Software that communicates using AT commands  
is required to control the 3C882 ISDN modem.You can enter  
these codes manually. However, they are often entered  
automatically by modem communications software.  
When you place a call, the B channel LED(s) flash green, then  
remain lit once the call is established. (If you are running  
Multilink PPP, one B channel flashes and then remains lit.  
Then, the second B channel flashes and then remains lit.)  
For Macintosh users, add &DO to the modem initialization  
string of your communications software.  
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Placing ISDN Data Calls  
6-2  
Placing Calls Automatically  
If you are using standard communications software, select  
the 3ComImpact IQ ISDN modem. If the 3ComImpact IQ  
ISDN modem is not listed, select a Hayes®-compatible  
modem configuration and dial out through the 3C882 ISDN  
modem. If you are using a Hayes-compatible modem  
configuration, you may have to manually configure settings  
such as baud rate. Refer to your communications software  
documentation for more details.  
Placing Calls Manually  
You can place calls manually using AT commands.Your  
communications software must be in terminal emulation  
mode.  
Follow these steps to use AT commands:  
In most situations, an initialization string is not necessary  
with the 3C882 ISDN modem. If an initialization string is  
required by the communications software or server, use the  
Hayes default initialization string.  
1 Launch your communications software.  
Be sure your communications software is in terminal mode.  
2 Be sure the 3C882 ISDN modem is in command mode  
(sometimes called local mode or terminal mode) so that it  
interprets your commands.  
When your computer is powered on, the 3C882 ISDN  
modem automatically starts in command mode. If you have  
recently used the 3C882 ISDN modem to make a call and  
have not yet disconnected, type +++ to switch to command  
mode.  
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Placing ISDN Data Calls  
6-3  
3 Type:  
AT D <telephone number>  
The 3C882 ISDN modem recognizes the AT command ATD to  
dial a digital ISDN data call. Correct examples of outgoing  
circuit-switched ISDN modem commands with dial strings  
are:  
AT D 1 408 654 2703  
ATD14086542703  
For a summary of the AT command set, see Appendix B.  
4 Press Enter or Return.  
After completing its tasks, the 3C882 ISDN modem sends a  
message to the screen.  
An AT command line starts with the characters AT.The  
command line can accept up to 40 command characters in  
the line (not including the two AT characters, or spaces).  
Placing Multilink PPP Calls  
Before you place a call, ensure that the Multilink PPP box on  
the 3C882 ISDN modem Configuration dialog box is checked.  
Also, the destination you are calling must also support  
Multilink PPP. For example, if you are trying to dial into the  
Internet, your Internet service provider must also support  
Multilink PPP in order to successfully place a Multilink PPP  
call.  
Although this is not generally the case, your Internet Service  
Provider may require an Endpoint Identifier Class and an  
Endpoint Identifier.The Endpoint Identifier Class is  
configured using S register 82.The Endpoint Identifier is  
configured using S register 83. Refer to Appendix B for  
acceptable values.  
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Placing a 56K TollSaver Call  
6-4  
For automatic placement of a Multilink PPP call, simply  
launch the call. For manual dialing, type the following:  
ATD <telephone number>  
An example is as follows:  
ATD 1 908 555 1212  
Some Internet service providers require you to dial two  
telephone numbers to place a Multilink PPP call.The  
ampersand (&) character is used to dial two telephone  
numbers.  
To automatically dial two telephone numbers, add the  
following to the dial string of your application software:  
<telephone number 1> & <telephone number 2>  
An example is as follows:  
1 908 555 1212 & 1 908 555 1213  
To manually dial two telephone numbers, type the following:  
ATD <telephone number 1>&<telephone number 2>  
An example is as follows:  
ATD 1 908 555 1212 & 1 908 555 1213  
Placing a 56K TollSaver Call  
You can place a 56 Kbps data call using a voice channel,  
saving you the additional cost of a data call.  
The device you are dialing into must be capable of generating  
the 2.1 kHz tone needed to disable the echo cancellers on the  
line. For a list of devices which provide that capability, refer to  
the readme le on the software diskette.  
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Receiving ISDN Data Calls  
6-5  
To manually dial a 56K TollSaver call on a call by call basis,  
type the following:  
ATDD <telephone number>  
An example is as follows:  
ATDD 1 908 555 1212  
By setting S Register 61=1, all outgoing calls will be 56K  
TollSaver calls.  
Receiving ISDN Data Calls  
The 3C882 ISDN modem can receive incoming  
circuit-switched data calls from other 3C882 ISDN modems  
or from ISDN devices.  
If Auto Answer is disabled, when a data call comes in, a RING  
message is delivered to the RS-232 port upon reception of an  
incoming data call to the 3C882 ISDN modem. Enter the  
command AT A to answer the incoming data call. A  
CONNECT message is then delivered to the RS-232 port upon  
successful connection.  
If Auto Answer is enabled, the call is automatically answered  
and a CONNECT message, indicating the speed of the  
connection, is delivered to the RS-232 port.  
When the 3C882 ISDN modem receives a voice call, the  
B channel LED(s) flash green, and then remain lit once the  
call is answered. (If you are running Multilink PPP, both  
B channels flash and then remain lit.)  
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Placing Voice Calls Using an Analog Phone Port  
6-6  
Placing Voice Calls Using an Analog Phone Port  
To place an outgoing call, simply take the telephone  
handset or external fax machine off the hook, wait for a dial  
tone, and dial the destination telephone number.  
When you place a voice call, a B channel LED flashes amber,  
and then remains lit once the call is established.  
Receiving Voice Calls Using an Analog Phone Port  
By default, incoming calls to ISDN telephone number one  
ring devices connected to both ports simultaneously. Calls  
coming to ISDN telephone number two also ring both  
devices simultaneously.  
If both ports are busy, the third incoming call generates a  
busy signal to the far end.  
When the 3C882 ISDN modem receives a voice call, a  
B channel LED flashes amber, and then remains lit once the  
call is answered.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
7
This chapter explains how to isolate and solve problems  
encountered with the 3C882 ISDN modem. Problems may  
stem from incorrect option settings or improper installation.  
This chapter covers the following main topics:  
Checking the basics  
Monitoring the LEDs  
Evaluating symptoms and solutions  
Using on-line help  
Finding more information  
Contacting technical support  
Downloading Firmware  
There are no user-serviceable parts inside your 3C882 ISDN  
modem. Unauthorized opening of the unit will void the  
warranty.  
Checking the Basics  
Before you monitor the LEDs or refer to the section on  
symptoms and solutions, check the following:  
Verify that the cables are not physically damaged.  
If damage is apparent, replace the cable.  
Verify that the power cord is connected to the  
3C882 ISDN modem and an electrical outlet.  
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Monitoring LEDs  
7-2  
Verify that the ISDN cable is properly connected to the  
3C882 ISDN modem and the ISDN wall jack.  
The 3C882 ISDN modem will not operate if connected to  
an analog telephone wall jack. Make sure that the 3C882  
ISDN modem is connected directly into the ISDN wall  
outlet without connection to any intermediate telephone  
equipment (an NT1 device is not required with the 3C882  
ISDN modem).  
Monitoring LEDs  
If you are experiencing operational inconsistencies, monitor  
the TEST, D channel, and B channel LEDs to isolate problems.  
Monitoring the TEST LED  
Press the Reset button and observe the TEST LED. During  
power-up self-test, the TEST LED flashes.  
If the LED goes out after the test has been completed, the  
test has been successful.  
If the TEST LED flashes and remains on for more than a few  
minutes, there is an internal failure. Notify your reseller that  
the 3C882 ISDN modem has failed the self-test, and order a  
replacement.  
Monitoring the D Channel LED  
Observe the D channel LED. If you are connected to a live  
digital ISDN line, the D channel LED remains lit for up to a  
few minutes after the self-test and then begins to flash.  
When the D channel LED flashes, it indicates that the ISDN  
signal is present and it is attempting to synchronize with the  
telephone company.  
When the D channel LED goes out, it indicates that a valid  
communication channel has been established and you can  
place calls. If the D channel LED does not go out, refer to the  
“Evaluating Symptoms and Solutions” section.  
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Evaluating Symptoms and Solutions  
7-3  
Monitoring the B Channel LEDs  
Attempt to place a call and observe the B channel LED(s).The  
B1 and B2 LEDs flash amber for a voice call or green for a  
data call during the call establishment phase.They then  
remain continuously amber or green once the connection is  
established. If they do not remain continuously amber or  
green, refer to the Evaluating Symptoms and Solutions”  
section.  
Evaluating Symptoms and Solutions  
Table 7-1 lists symptoms of common problems, possible  
causes, and possible solutions.  
Table 7-1 Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions  
Symptom Possible Cause  
Solution  
TEST LED remains An internal failure.  
lit for more than a  
few minutes  
Notify 3Com Technical Support that  
the 3C882 ISDN modem has failed the  
self-test.  
D channel remains Poor physical connection to  
If the telephone wires at your site  
lit for more than a the local telephone company. appear to be satisfactory, call your  
few minutes  
local telephone company for repair of  
telephone company equipment and  
troubleshooting assistance.  
D channel  
A mismatch between the  
Verify the telephone number and  
continues to flash settings of the ISDN line and SPID (if required). If the D channel  
for more than a  
few minutes  
the 3C882 ISDN modem  
configuration.  
LED continues to flash, call your  
telephone company to verify the SPID  
and telephone number and ensure  
that the telephone company has  
configured the ISDN line properly  
(refer to Appendix A).  
Calls cannot be  
placed from  
If you cannot place a calls,  
there may be a problem with it verify that your line is configured  
Call the telephone company and have  
analog equipment the configuration of your  
ISDN line.  
for circuit-switched voice and data  
service.  
Calls from that analog port  
may be blocked.  
From the Configuration dialog box,  
check the Phone Port 1 and Phone  
Port 2 boxes which are used for voice  
call routing. Ensure that the correct  
Phone Port box for that port is  
checked.  
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Evaluating Symptoms and Solutions  
7-4  
Table 7-1 Symptoms, Causes, and Solutions  
Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
B channel LED(s)  
do not remain  
green or amber  
Problem with your computer Carefully monitor the B1 and B2 LEDs  
or application software or  
incompatible local or toll  
telephone company.  
while attempting a call. These LEDs  
flash during call establishment and  
then remain green or amber once the  
connection is established.  
If neither LED flashes, ensure that  
your computer is turned on and  
operational, and that your application  
software has sent an AT dial command  
in the proper format.  
There may be an incompatible local  
or toll telephone company. Contact  
your local telephone company and  
have it verify that you can dial a data  
call to the destination telephone  
number.  
A connection has  
been established  
There is an interoperability  
mismatch between the local data applications have  
Make sure that the local and remote  
(B-1 or B-2 green and remote applications.  
LED remains lit  
communications capability and are  
properly configured.  
and you receive a  
CONNECT  
message) but data  
cannot be sent  
Upon power up,  
both the TEST and download did not complete  
D channel LEDs  
flash.  
A previous firmware  
Download the firmware. Refer to the  
Readme file for firmware download  
instructions.  
successfully.  
Both B1 and B2  
flash when the  
D channel lights  
The 3C882 ISDN modem  
baud rate is set to 230.4 Kbps. supports 230.4 Kbps or change the  
COM port setting of either your  
Ensure that your computers COM port  
computer or the ISDN modem so that  
both devices are set to the same COM  
port rate.  
Cannot place or  
receive two  
Your ISDN line may only have Check your ISDN line configuration. If  
one telephone number. Your you have only one telephone number  
simultaneous voice ISDN line must have two  
you have to add a second telephone  
calls. telephone numbers to allow number.  
both analog phone ports to  
be used simultaneously.  
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Using On-Line Help  
7-5  
Using On-Line Help  
The following on-line help is available.  
For comprehensive information about the 3C882 ISDN  
modem, click on the 3ComImpact IQ Help icon in the  
3ComImpact IQ program group.  
From the 3C882 Configuration dialog box for Windows, click  
the Help button for information about the Configuration  
dialog box.  
Finding More Information  
For more information about the 3C882 ISDN modem, such as  
frequently asked questions, and specific technical notes, use  
3Coms fax service (1) (408) 727-7021 in the U.S. or visit  
3Coms World Wide Web site at http://www.3Com.com/.  
Contacting Technical Support  
If you have gone through the troubleshooting tips and still  
have not been able to resolve the problem, contact 3Com  
Technical Support at (800) 876 3266. When you call, please  
have the following information available:  
The serial number of your 3C882 ISDN modem  
A list of symptoms, including any LED status information and  
computer display status  
The type of application software you are running and the  
version number  
Downloading Firmware to Your 3C882 ISDN  
Modem  
Your 3C882 ISDN modem has been uniquely designed to be  
user-upgradable.The latest firmware for your 3C882 ISDN  
modem is available on 3Coms ftp site, ftp.3Com.com. Refer  
to your readme file for instructions about how to download  
firmware.  
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ORDERING ISDN SERVICE  
A
This appendix describes how to order ISDN service.You can  
either let 3Com order ISDN service for you, or you can call  
your telephone company and order it yourself.  
Placing the ISDN Order Through 3Com  
Simply call 1-800-572-3Com to have your ISDN line ordered  
for you. 3Com will provide the appropriate line parameters to  
your telephone company and schedule installation of your  
ISDN line.  
Placing the ISDN Order Through Your Telephone  
Company  
To order the ISDN service from the telephone company for  
the 3C882 ISDN modem:  
1 Call the telephone company and ask for the ISDN  
representative.  
A list of telephone numbers for major U.S. telephone  
companies is provided at the end of this appendix.  
2 Tell the representative that you want to place an order for  
ISDN service for a 3ComImpact IQ External ISDN modem  
and that you have the line provisioning and ISDN  
information that the telephone company requires.  
3 Give the representative the 3C882 ISDN modem ISDN  
code.  
There are two ISDN codes that work with the 3C882 ISDN  
modem, package K and package U. Review Table A-1 and  
then decide which package you prefer to order.  
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Placing the ISDN Order Through Your Telephone Company  
A-2  
Table A-1 ISDN Order Codes  
ISDN Order Code  
Package K  
Number of Telephone Numbers  
1*  
2
Package U  
* Having two telephone numbers assigned to an ISDN line allows  
both analog ports to be used simultaneously. If only one  
telephone number is assigned, the ISDN line can only place or  
receive one call at a time.  
If the representative has the requested code listed, go to step  
7. If the representative does not have the code listed, go to  
step 4.  
4 Ask the representative which ISDN switch type your ISDN  
line will be using. Place a check mark in the appropriate  
box on the supplied ISDN Information Sheet (see  
Figure 1-2).  
5 Look for the ISDN switch type table in this appendix.  
6 Provide the information for your specific switch type to  
the telephone company.  
7 Ask the ISDN representative to provide the information  
you need to fill out the ISDN Information Sheet shown in  
Figure 1-2.  
This completes the procedure for ordering your ISDN line.  
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Placing the ISDN Order Through Your Telephone Company  
A-3  
AT&T  
5ESS  
Switch  
NI1  
To order ISDN service for the AT&T® 5ESS switch, supply the  
telephone company with the information provided in  
Table A-2.  
Table A-2 Line Configuration for AT&T 5ESS NI1  
Required Information  
Line Type  
Specification  
Standard (2B+D) National ISDN-1 line  
Line Code  
2B1Q  
Interface Type  
U interface with an RJ-45 jack  
Directory Numbers  
Maximum Terminals  
Maximum B Channels  
Actual User  
2*  
1
2
Yes  
Circuit-switched Voice  
Circuit-switched Voice Channel  
Circuit-switched Data  
Circuit-switched Data Channel  
Terminal Type  
2
Any  
2*  
Any  
A (Basic Terminal)  
Display  
Yes  
2*  
Circuit-switched Voice Limit  
Circuit-switched Data Limit  
Voice or Data  
2
Both  
Idle  
Yes†  
Call Appearance Preference  
Flexible Call Offering (FCO)  
* The Directory Number, Circuit-switched Voice, and Circuit-switched Voice Limit  
parameters should be set to 2 to allow both analog ports to be used simultaneously.  
Otherwise, if those parameters are set to 1, the ISDN line can only place or receive one  
call at a time.  
FCO (also referred to as Additional Call Offering) allows you to receive an incoming call  
while a dual-channel Multilink PPP call is active. If you do not want this feature, which  
may cost extra, FCO is not required.  
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Placing the ISDN Order Through Your Telephone Company  
A-4  
AT&T  
5ESS  
To order ISDN service for the AT&T 5ESS Custom switch,  
supply the telephone company with the information  
Custom provided in Table A-3.  
Switch  
Table A-3 Line Configuration for AT&T 5ESS Custom  
Required Information  
Specification  
Line Type  
Standard (2B+D) ISDN line with  
point-to-point configuration  
Line Code  
2B1Q  
Interface Type  
U interface with an RJ-45 jack  
Directory Numbers  
Maximum Terminals  
Maximum B Channels  
Actual User  
2*  
1
2
Yes  
Circuit-switched Voice  
Circuit-switched Voice Channel  
Circuit-switched Data  
Circuit-switched Data Channel  
Terminal Type  
2*  
Any  
2
Any  
A (Basic Terminal)  
Display  
Yes  
2*  
Circuit-switched Voice Limit  
Circuit-switched Data Limit  
Voice or Data  
2
Both  
Idle  
Yes†  
Call Appearance Preference  
Flexible Call Offering (FCO)  
* The Directory Number, Circuit-switched Voice, and Circuit-switched Voice Limit  
parameters should be set to 2 to allow both analog ports to be used simultaneously.  
Otherwise, if those parameters are set to 1, the ISDN line can only place or receive one  
call at a time.  
FCO (also referred to as Additional Call Offering) allows you to receive an incoming call  
while a dual-channel Multilink PPP call is active. If you do not want this feature, which  
may cost extra, FCO is not required.  
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Placing the ISDN Order Through Your Telephone Company  
A-5  
Northern To order ISDN service for the Northern Telecom® DMS 100  
Telecom  
switch, supply the telephone company with the information  
provided in Table A-4.  
DMS  
100  
Switch  
Table A-4 Line Configuration for DMS 100  
Required Information  
Line Type  
Specification  
Standard (2B+D) National ISDN-1 line  
Line Code  
2B1Q  
Interface Type  
U interface with an RJ-45 jack  
Directory Numbers  
Circuit-switched Option  
Bearer Restriction Option  
Protocol  
2
Yes  
No packet mode data (NOPMD)  
Functional version 2 (PVC 2)  
SPID Suffix  
1
Terminal Endpoint Identifier (TEI)  
Maximum Keys  
Ring  
Dynamic  
64  
No  
Key System (EKTS)  
Voice or Data  
No  
Both  
Data Option  
Lower layer compatibility  
Yes*  
Flexible Call Offering (FCO)  
* FCO (also referred to as Additional Call Offering) allows you to receive an incoming call  
while a dual-channel Multilink PPP call is active. If you do not want this feature, which  
may cost extra, FCO is not required.  
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Placing the ISDN Order Through Your Telephone Company  
A-6  
Siemens To order ISDN service for the Siemens® EWSD switch, supply  
EWSD  
Switch  
the telephone company with the information provided in  
Table A-5.  
Table A-5 Line Configuration for Siemens EWSD  
Required Information  
Line Type  
Specification  
Standard (2B+D) National ISDN-1 line  
Line Code  
2B1Q  
Interface Type  
U interface with an RJ-45 jack  
Directory Numbers  
Circuit-switched Data and Voice  
Bearer Restriction Option  
Protocol  
2*  
Yes  
No packet mode data (NOPMD)  
Functional  
1
SPID Suffix  
Terminal Endpoint Identifier (TEI)  
Key System (EKTS)  
Flexible Call Offering (FCO)  
Dynamic  
No  
Yes†  
* The Directory Number, Circuit-switched Voice, and Circuit-switched Voice Limit  
parameters should be set to 2 to allow both analog ports to be used simultaneously.  
Otherwise, if those parameters are set to 1, the ISDN line can only place or receive one  
call at a time.  
FCO (also referred to as Additional Call Offering) allows you to receive an incoming call  
while a dual-channel Multilink PPP call is active. If you do not want this feature, which  
may cost extra, FCO is not required.  
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AT COMMANDS,  
S REGISTERS, AND RESULT  
CODES  
B
The 3C882 ISDN modem AT commands are summarized in  
Table B-1, S registers in Table B-2, and result codes in  
Table B-3.  
AT Command Set  
Table B-1 summarizes the AT command set for the 3C882  
ISDN modem.  
Table B-1 AT Command Set Summary  
Command Function (Example)  
Description  
A
Answer incoming circuit-switched Answers an incoming data call.  
ISDN modem call (AT A)  
%C  
Compression  
When enabled, compresses data to  
improve data transfer times using the  
Stac compression method. The following  
check modes are negotiable— None,  
One Byte Sequence Number, and  
Extended. Extended is the preferred  
choice.  
%C0 disables compression.  
%C2 enables compression.  
&C  
Serial port CD control (AT &C2) &C0 forces CD to remain on at all times.  
&C1 forces CD to follow the state of  
carrier from the remote system. CD turns  
on after CONNECT message is sent to  
host (default).  
&C2 forces CD to remain on except  
temporarily after disconnect.  
D
(ATD5551234)  
Dials an outgoing 56/64 Kbps  
circuit-switched digital connection.  
DD  
(ATDD5551234)  
Dials an outgoing switched 56 Kbps  
permissive connection.  
(continued)  
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AT Command Set  
B-2  
Table B-1 AT Command Set Summary (continued)  
Command Function (Example) Description  
&D  
DTR control (AT &D0)  
&D0 causes ISDN modem to ignore DTR  
from host.  
&D1 causes ISDN modem to enter  
command state on detecting on-off  
transition of DTR.  
&D2 causes ISDN modem to hang up  
current calls upon on-off transition of DTR  
and prepares serial port to accept AT  
command at any speed (default).  
E
AT command echo (AT E0)  
E0 disables the echo of AT commands  
back to the host computer.  
E1 enables the echo of AT commands to  
the host computer (default).  
&F  
H
I
Restore factory defaults (AT &F) Restores all factory default settings.  
Hang up (AT H)  
Hangs up the current connections.  
I0 displays the model number.  
Identification (AT I0)  
I1 displays the flash memory checksum.  
I2 computes and compares the flash  
memory checksum to a prestored value.  
I3 displays the product name and release  
number.  
O
Q
Enter connect state (AT O)  
Result code control (AT Q0)  
Causes the ISDN modem to go out of  
command mode into on-line mode.  
Q0 enables the output of result codes  
(default).  
Q1 disables the output of result codes.  
Q2 disables the output of result codes in  
answer mode only.  
\Q  
Serial port flow control (AT \Q1) \Q0 disables flow control.  
\Q1 enables bidirectional XON/XOFF  
software flow control.  
\Q3 enables bidirectional RTS/CTS  
hardware flow control (default).  
%R  
%S  
Sn?  
Read all S registers (AT %R)  
Serial number  
Provides an output list of all S registers.  
Displays serial number of ISDN modem.  
Reads a specific S register setting.  
Read configuration register  
(AT S60?)  
(continued)  
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AT Command Set  
B-3  
Table B-1 AT Command Set Summary (continued)  
Command Function (Example) Description  
Sn=  
Write configuration register  
(AT S60=64)  
Writes to a specific S register.  
\S  
Read on-line status: command  
settings (AT \S)  
Reads the status of any parameters that  
have been modified through AT  
commands and provides call status  
information.  
\T  
Link inactivity timer (AT \T1)  
\T0 disables inactivity timer (default).  
\Tn link inactivity timer in minutes. The  
ISDN modem automatically disconnects  
the call if no activity is sensed within n  
(n = 0–255) minutes.  
V
Result code format (AT V0)  
Displays connection speed  
V0 enables short form result codes.  
V1 enables long form result codes  
(default).  
W
W0 displays COM port rate only (default)  
W1 displays COM port and ISDN data rate  
W2 displays ISDN data rate only  
&W  
Z
Stores configuration (AT &W)  
Reset (AT Z)  
Stores the configuration of all S registers  
that are not part of the ISDN modem  
initial configuration set.  
Disconnects all calls in progress and  
performs a complete ISDN modem  
system reset.  
+++  
Enter command state  
Set baud rate (AT $B57600)  
Causes ISDN modem to enter the  
command state if it is currently in the  
on-line state.  
*
$B  
0 — Autobaud (default). Other settings  
are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200,  
38400, 57600, 115200, and 230400.  
Autobaud does not exceed 115200. For  
230400 you must send the command  
AT $B230400 to the ISDN modem.  
%V  
Show version number (AT %V)  
Displays ISDN modem firmware version.  
* To access the Configuration dialog box, the baud rate must be set to Autobaud.  
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S Registers  
B-4  
S Registers  
Table B-2 provides a complete list and descriptions of the  
S registers supported by the 3C882 ISDN modem. All  
S registers except S0 are the 3Com extended registers.  
S registers notated with an asterisk are stored in non-volatile  
memory and will not be cleared or returned to the default  
value if the ISDN modem is powered down.  
Table B-2 S Registers  
Registers Descriptions  
S0  
Auto Answer:  
0 — Disabled (default)  
X— Number of rings before auto answer.  
ISDN Switch Signaling Type:  
0 — Unknown (default)  
S50*  
1 — AT&T 5ESS Custom  
3 — NI1/AT&T 5ESS  
6 — NI1/NTI DMS 100 or Siemens EWSD  
Phone #1  
S51*  
S52*  
S53*  
S54*  
S55  
Phone #1 Service Profile ID (SPID)  
Phone #2 (if required by your carrier)  
Phone #2 Service Profile ID (SPID) (if required by your carrier)  
Terminal Endpoint Identifier 1:  
Stores the first TEI assigned by the switch. A value of 255 indicates no TEI  
has been assigned. This field is read-only.  
S56  
Terminal Endpoint Identifier 2:  
Stores the second TEI assigned by the switch if a second directory number is  
required by your carrier. A value of 255 indicates no TEI has been assigned.  
This field is read-only.  
(continued)  
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S Registers  
B-5  
Table B-2 S Registers (continued)  
Registers Descriptions  
S57  
Terminal Initialization State:  
Indicates the status of the first TEI using SPID 1. This field is read-only.  
0 — ISDN modem has not attempted initialization  
1 — ISDN modem has initialized successfully using SPID 1  
2 — ISDN modem has failed initialization using SPID 1  
Terminal Initialization State:  
S58  
Indicates the status of the second TEI using SPID 2. This information is  
provided only if your carrier requires a second directory number. This field is  
read-only.  
0 — ISDN modem has not attempted initialization  
1 — ISDN modem has initialized successfully using SPID 2  
2 — ISDN modem has failed initialization using SPID 2  
U Interface Status:  
S59  
This field is read-only.  
0 — ISDN U interface is not synchronized with the switch  
1 — ISDN U interface is synchronized and ready  
B Channel Data Rate:  
S60*  
S61  
56 — 56 Kbps (default)  
64 — 64 Kbps  
Outgoing Call Type:  
0 — Follow dial modifiers (default)  
1 — Switched 56 permissive  
2 — ISDN  
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S Registers  
B-6  
Table B-2 S Registers (continued)  
Registers Descriptions  
S63*  
Voice Call Routing (bit map)  
0 — Calls to either analog port are blocked  
1 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 only; Phone #2 calls blocked  
2 — Phone #1 to Phone port 2 only; Phone #2 calls blocked  
3 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 or 2; Phone #2 calls blocked  
4 — Phone #1 calls blocked; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 only  
5 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 only; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 only  
6 — Phone #1 to Phone port 2 only; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 only  
7 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 or 2; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 only  
8 — Phone #1 calls blocked; Phone #2 to Phone port 2 only  
9 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 only; Phone #2 to Phone port 2 only  
10 — Phone #1 to Phone port 2 only; Phone #2 to Phone port 2 only  
11 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 or 2; Phone #2 to Phone port 2 only  
12 — Phone #1 calls blocked; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 or 2  
13 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 only; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 or 2  
14 — Phone #1 to Phone port 2 only; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 or 2  
15 — Phone #1 to Phone port 1 or 2; Phone #2 to Phone port 1 or 2  
(default)  
S65  
S66  
ISDN Caller ID for Voice Calls for Phone Port 1:  
Displays the phone number of an incoming voice call over phone port 1.  
This field is read-only.  
ISDN Caller ID for Voice Calls for Phone Port 2:  
Displays the phone number of an incoming voice call over phone port 2.  
This field is read-only.  
S67  
ISDN Caller ID for Data Calls:  
Displays the phone number of an incoming data call. This field is read-only.  
Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation (DBA):  
0 — DBA disabled  
S70*  
1 — DBA enabled (default)  
(continued)  
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S Registers  
B-7  
Table B-2 S Registers (continued)  
Registers Descriptions  
S71  
B Channel Protocol:  
0 — QuickSelect (default)  
1 — Async-Sync PPP conversion  
2 — V.120  
S73  
S74  
S75  
V.120 Frame Type:  
0 — I frame (default)  
1 — UI frame  
V.120 Maximum Frame Size (range 240–256):  
256 — Maximum frame size of 256 (default)  
248 — Maximum frame size of 248 (for AdTran compatibility, use 253)  
Connection Delay:  
Specifies whether the ISDN modem immediately answers a call or waits 2  
seconds to answer. If you are using Windows NT, use the two-second delay.  
0 — No delay (default)  
1 — Two-second delay  
S80*  
S82*  
Multilink PPP:  
0 — Disable  
1 — Enable (default)  
Multilink PPP Endpoint Identifier Class:  
1 — Locally Assigned Address  
2 — Internet Protocol (IP) Address  
3 — IEEE 802.1 Globally Assigned MAC Address  
4 — PPP Magic-Number Block  
5 — Public Switched Network Directory Number (default)  
Multilink PPP Endpoint Identifier (up to 20 characters)  
S83*  
S84  
By default, telephone number 1 is sent because the endpoint identifier class  
is 5. If your endpoint identifier class is not 5, obtain the identifier from your  
service provider and enter that information in this register.  
Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP)  
0— Enabled  
1— Disabled (default)  
* The values of these S registers are stored in non-volatile memory and will not be cleared or  
returned to the default value if the ISDN modem is powered down.  
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Result Codes  
B-8  
Result Codes  
Table B-3 lists the 3C882 ISDN modem result codes.  
Table B-3 3C882 ISDN Modem Result Codes  
Short Form  
Long Form  
Meaning  
0
OK  
Indicates that the most recent command or  
action was successfully completed.  
2
3
RING  
Indicates that an incoming call is present and no  
AT Answer command is outstanding.  
NO CARRIER  
Indicates that the most recent call attempts did  
not establish a call or that the physical ISDN  
interface is not operational.  
4
6
7
8
ERROR  
Indicates that the most recent command or  
action was not successfully completed.  
NO DIALTONE  
BUSY  
Indicates the ISDN line is either down or not  
initialized.  
Indicates the latest call attempt did not connect  
because the remote destination was busy.  
NO ANSWER  
Indicates the location you are calling is not  
responding.  
5
CONNECT 1200  
CONNECT 2400  
CONNECT 4800  
CONNECT 9600  
CONNECT 7200  
CONNECT 12000  
CONNECT 14400  
CONNECT 19200  
CONNECT 38400  
CONNECT 57600  
CONNECT 115200  
CONNECT 230400  
CARRIER 56000  
CARRIER 56000P  
Indicates 1200 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 2400 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 4800 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 9600 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 7200 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 12000 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 14400 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 19200 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 38400 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 57600 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 115200 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 230400 bps serial port connection.  
Indicates 56000 bps ISDN modem connection.  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
56  
57  
Indicates 56000 bps permissive ISDN modem  
connection  
64  
CARRIER 64000  
Indicates 64000 bps ISDN modem connection.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
C
This appendix describes the physical specifications of the  
3C882 ISDN modem and provides the pin assignments of the  
RS-232 COM port, PC serial cable, and Macintosh serial cable.  
3C882 ISDN Modem Specifications  
Network Interface  
Integrated Services Digital  
Network (ISDN) Basic Rate  
telephone service provided  
by the telephone company  
Physical Interface  
U (integrated NT1)  
Physical Dimensions  
Length 8.66 in. (22.0 cm.)  
Width 5.44 in. (13.8 cm.)  
Height 1.56 in. (4.0 cm.)  
Environmental Operating Range  
Operating temperature  
Relative humidity  
50˚ to 122˚F (10˚ to 50˚C)  
Up to 90% noncondensing  
Power  
Input  
Output  
110-120 VAC  
9 VDC  
Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)  
3 per analog phone port on  
up to 200 feet of AWG 26 or  
heavier AWG wiring  
EMI Certification  
FCC Part 15, Class B  
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RS-232 COM Port Pin Specifications  
C-2  
RS-232 COM Port Pin Specifications  
The asynchronous RS-232-D COM port on the 3C882 ISDN  
modem, labeled RS-232, is a standard DB-25 female  
connector.The 3C882 ISDN modem asynchronous port pin  
assignments, shown in Table C-1, conform to standard  
denitions for data communications equipment (DCE).  
Table C-1 Pin Descriptions  
Pin #  
1
Pin Name  
Signal Direction  
Shield Ground (GND)  
Send Data (SD)  
2
To ISDN modem  
From ISDN modem  
To ISDN modem  
From ISDN modem  
From ISDN modem  
3
Receive Data (RD)  
Request to Send (RTS)  
Clear to Send (CTS)  
Data Set Ready (DSR)  
Signal Ground (GND)  
Carrier Detect (DCD)  
Local Loopback  
4
5
6
7
8
From ISDN modem  
From ISDN modem  
To ISDN modem  
18  
20  
Data Terminal Ready  
(DTR)  
21  
22  
Remote Loopback  
Ring Indicator (RI)  
To ISDN modem  
From ISDN modem  
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PC Serial Cable Pin Specifications  
C-3  
PC Serial Cable Pin Specifications  
The DB25 male to DB9 female pin assignments for the PC  
serial cable are provided in Table C-2.  
Table C-2 PC COM Port Cable Pin Assignments  
DB9 Pin # Pin Name  
DB25 Pin #  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Data Carrier Detect (DCD)  
8
Receive Data (RD)  
Send Data (SD)  
3
2
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)  
Signal Ground (GND)  
Data Set Ready (DSR)  
Request to Send (RTS)  
Clear to Send (CTS)  
Ring Indicator (RI)  
Shield  
20  
7
6
4
5
22  
1
Macintosh Serial Cable Pin Specifications  
The DB25 male to 8-pin DIN male pin assignments for the  
Macintosh serial cable are provided in Table C-3.  
Table C-3 Macintosh COM Port Cable Pin Assignments  
8 Pin DIN  
Pin #  
Pin Name  
DB25 Pin #  
1
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)  
Clear to Send (CTS)  
Send Data (SD)  
20, 4  
2
5
2
7
3
8
3
4, 8  
5
Signal Ground (GND)  
Receive Data (RD)  
Data Carrier Detect (DCD)  
7
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CONFIGURATION USING  
DOS  
D
Configuration Using DOS  
To configure the 3C882 ISDN modem for an IBM PC or  
compatible computer using DOS, follow these steps.  
You will need the ISDN Information Sheet you completed in  
Chapter 1.  
1 Create a directory on the hard drive, and then insert the  
3ComImpact Windows & DOS Installation Diagnostic Utilities  
diskette into the floppy drive of the PC.  
Create a new DOS directory. For example, to create a directory  
named 3Com on your C drive at the C:\> DOS prompt, type:  
md c:\3Com  
2 Copy the INSTALL.EXE and README.TXT files from the  
3ComImpact Windows & DOS Installation Diagnostic Utilities  
diskette to the hard drive.  
To copy the INSTALL.EXE le, at the C:\3Com prompt, type:  
copy a:\install.exe  
To copy the README.TXT file, at the C:\3Com prompt, type:  
copy a:\readme.txt  
3 Execute INSTALL from the hard drive.  
At the C:\> DOS prompt, type:  
INSTALL  
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Configuration Using DOS  
D-2  
The configuration program launches and then the Port  
Settings screen appears.To move the cursor around the  
screen, use the [Up Arrow] and [Down Arrow] keys.To select  
a parameter, use the [Space Bar].  
4 Use the [Space Bar] to select the 3C882 ISDN modems  
COM port.  
When you select the port, a default standard interrupt (IRQ)  
associated with that port is automatically chosen.  
5 Press [F10] to connect to the 3C882 ISDN modem via the  
chosen COM port.  
The Configuration screen appears.  
6 Select the ISDN switch type.  
Your telephone company can provide this information.  
7 In the Phone #1 field, enter the telephone number to  
which your ISDN modem is connected.  
8 Enter the corresponding Service Profile Identifier (SPID) in  
the SPID #1 field for the telephone number you entered in  
the previous step.  
You should have received this SPID from your telephone  
company.  
9 If you have a second telephone number associated with  
your ISDN telephone line (some telephone companies  
require two), enter the number and corresponding SPID in  
the Phone #2 and SPID #2 fields.  
10 Use the [Space Bar] to select (enable) or unselect (disable)  
the MLPPP Enable box.  
Multilink PPP combines the ISDN B channels, creating a  
virtual single digital connection of up to 128 Kbps. Note that  
the destination you are dialing must also support Multilink  
PPP, or the dual-channel link will not occur and you will get a  
single B channel connection.  
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Configuration Using DOS  
D-3  
11 Specify which Phone port should handle the calls  
associated with telephone number one.  
If you plan to use the 3C882 ISDN modems analog Phone  
ports, you will want to configure voice call routing by  
assigning telephone numbers to the analog ports. By default,  
calls to and from both ISDN telephone numbers ring the  
devices connected to both ports simultaneously.  
For example, if the first telephone number is configured as  
908 555 1212 and only the Phone Port 1 box is checked, then  
calls to 908 555 1212 will only ring the analog device  
attached to Phone Port 1.  
12 If your ISDN line has two telephone numbers, specify  
which Phone port should handle the calls associated with  
telephone number two.  
13 Confirm that the parameters listed in steps 6 through 12  
are correct.  
When these parameters are updated, the information is read  
back to the screen. Check to see that the values have been  
correctly entered.  
14 Press [F10] to update the information in the ISDN modem.  
15 Press [Esc] to return to the main menu.  
Once in the main menu, exit the program.  
Go to Chapter 5,Advanced Configuration,” to review the  
default settings and ensure that they reflect your preferences.  
If you prefer not to change the default settings, go on to  
Chapter 6,Placing and Receiving Calls.”  
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT  
E
3Com provides easy access to technical support information  
through the variety of services described in this appendix.  
On-line Technical Services  
3Com offers worldwide product support seven days a week,  
24 hours a day, through the following on-line systems:  
3Com Bulletin Board Service (3ComBBS)  
World Wide Web site  
3ComForum on CompuServe®  
3ComFactsSM automated fax service  
3Com Bulletin Board Service  
3ComBBS contains patches, software, and drivers for all  
3Com products, as well as technical articles.This service is  
available via modem or ISDN seven days a week, 24 hours  
a day.  
Access by Analog Modem  
To reach the service by modem, set your modem to 8 data  
bits, no parity, and 1 stop bit.  
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On-line Technical Services  
E-2  
Call the telephone number nearest you:  
Country  
Australia  
France  
Data Rate  
Telephone Number  
up to 14400 bps  
up to 14400 bps  
up to 9600 bps  
up to 14400 bps  
(61) (2) 9955 2073  
(33) (1) 69 86 69 54  
Germany  
Hong Kong  
(49) (89) 627 32 188 or (49) (89) 627 32 189  
(852) 2537 5608  
Italy (fee required) up to 14400 bps  
(39) (2) 273 00680  
Japan  
Singapore  
Taiwan  
U.K.  
up to 14400 bps  
up to 14400 bps  
up to 14400 bps  
up to 28800 bps  
up to 28800 bps  
(81) (3) 3345 7266  
(65) 534 5693  
(886) (2) 377 5840  
(44) (1442) 278278  
(1) (408) 980 8204  
U.S.  
Access by Digital Modem  
ISDN users can dial-in to 3ComBBS using a digital modem for  
fast access up to 56 Kbps.To access 3ComBBS using ISDN,  
dial the following number:  
(408) 654 2703  
World Wide Web Site  
Access the latest networking information on 3Coms World  
Wide Web site by entering our URL into your Internet  
browser:  
http://www.3Com.com/  
This service features news and information about 3Com  
products, customer service and support, 3Coms latest news  
releases, selected articles from 3TECH™ (3Coms  
award-winning technical journal) and more.  
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On-line Technical Services  
E-3  
3ComForum on CompuServe  
3ComForum is a CompuServe-based service containing  
patches, software, drivers, and technical articles about all  
3Com products, as well as a messaging section for peer  
support.To use 3ComForum, you need a CompuServe  
account.  
To use 3ComForum:  
1 Log on to CompuServe.  
2 Enter go threecom.  
3 Press [Return] to see the 3ComForum main menu.  
3ComFacts Automated Fax Service  
3Com Corporations interactive fax service, 3ComFacts,  
provides data sheets, technical articles, diagrams, and  
troubleshooting instructions on 3Com products 24 hours a  
day, seven days a week.  
Call 3ComFacts using your analog touch-tone telephone.  
International access numbers are:  
Country  
Hong Kong  
U.K.  
Telephone Number  
(852) 2537 5610  
(44) (1442) 278279  
(1) (408) 727 7021  
U.S.  
Local analog numbers are:  
Country  
Australia  
Belgium  
Denmark  
Finland  
France  
Telephone Number  
800 123853  
Country  
Telephone Number  
06 0228049  
Netherlands  
Norway  
0800 71279  
800 11062  
800 17319  
Portugal  
0505 442607  
98 001 4444  
05 90 81 58  
Russia (Moscow only) 956 0815  
Spain  
Sweden  
U.K.  
900 964445  
020 792954  
0800 626403  
Germany  
Italy  
0130 8180 63  
1678 99085  
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Support from Your Network Supplier  
E-4  
Support from Your Network Supplier  
If additional assistance is required, contact your network  
supplier. Many suppliers are authorized 3Com service  
partners who are qualified to provide a variety of services,  
including network planning, installation, hardware  
maintenance, application training, and support services.  
When you contact your network supplier for assistance, have  
the following information ready:  
Diagnostic error messages  
A list of system hardware and software,including revision levels  
Details about recent configuration changes, if applicable  
If you are unable to contact your network supplier, see the  
following section on how to contact 3Com.  
Support from 3Com  
If you are unable to receive support from your network  
supplier, technical support contracts are available from 3Com.  
In the U.S. and Canada, call (800) 876 3266 for customer service.  
Returning Products for Repair  
A product sent directly to 3Com for repair must first be  
assigned a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number. A  
product sent to 3Com without an RMA number will be  
returned to the sender unopened, at the senders expense.  
To obtain an RMA number, call or fax:  
Country  
Telephone Number  
Fax Number  
U.S. and Canada  
(800) 876 3266  
(408) 764 7120  
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GLOSSARY  
Async-Sync PPP Conversion  
Asynchronous to synchronous PPP conversion.The 3C882  
ISDN modem converts asynchronous PPP into synchronous  
(HDLC-based) PPP that can be transported in ISDN  
B channels to communications servers that have integrated  
ISDN BRI, PRI, or T1 access lines.  
AT commands  
ATtention Codes. AT commands are used to configure and  
operate the 3C882 ISDN modem.These commands can be  
sent either automatically or manually through your  
communications software.  
Autobaud  
B channel  
BRI  
Automatic baud rate detection. Autobaud automatically  
detects the baud rate of your computers serial port.  
Bearer channel. In ISDN communications, a B channel  
transmits data and voice traffic at a rate of up to 64 Kbps.  
Basic Rate Interface. A BRI line is one of two access methods  
to the ISDN. Each BRI consists of two 64 Kbps B channels  
and one 16 Kbps D channel for each ISDN line.  
CHAP  
Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol. CHAP is one  
of two PPP authentication protocols; PAP is the other. An  
authentication protocol requests information to verify a valid  
user. CHAP is a stronger authentication method because it  
uses encryption and may repeatedly request verification of  
the identity of the user any time after link establishment.  
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GLOSSARY  
2
COM port  
The communications port (also referred to as a serial port).  
The 3C882 ISDN modem communications port allows a  
maximum baud rate of 230.4 Kbps. Note that most computer  
COM ports only allow a maximum of 115.2 Kbps. However,  
accelerator cards can be purchased to increase the  
computers COM port rate to 230.4 Kbps.  
Compression  
Compression is a method of reducing the size of data  
packets without losing any information.The 3C882 ISDN  
modem automatically compresses data for PPP calls to  
improve data transfer times using the Stac compression  
method.The following check modes are negotiable— None,  
One Byte Sequence Number, and Extended. Extended is the  
preferred choice.The degree of compression depends on  
the type of le being transferred. For example, a text-only file  
compresses better than a file with graphics.  
D channel  
DBA  
The signaling channel on an ISDN line used to carry  
messages between the 3C882 ISDN modem and the public  
switch.  
Dynamic bandwidth allocation. DBA is a method of  
reallocating bandwidth (such as a B channel) automatically.  
DBA allows you to place or receive a voice call while a  
Multilink PPP call is active.  
Default  
Value set at the factory.  
Firmware  
Firmware is the code which resides in the 3C882 ISDN  
modem and controls its behavior. It differs from software in  
the form of programs that run on your computer.  
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GLOSSARY  
3
ISDN  
Integrated Services Digital Network. ISDN provides a digital  
telephone service which allows both data and voice  
communication over the same telephone line and at  
significantly faster speeds than the traditional POTs service.  
There are two types of lines which provide access to ISDN, BRI  
and PRI.  
Kbps  
Kilobits per second.The rate at which data is transmitted  
between communication equipment such as ISDN modems.  
Layer 1  
In ISDN communications, the physical layer of  
communications between the communication equipment. If  
layer one is down, there is no ISDN connection between the  
devices.The status bar in the 3C882 ISDN modem  
Configuration screen indicates layer 1 status.  
Multilink PPP  
Multilink PPP is a protocol which provides a method for  
combining multiple PPP connections.With a BRI line,  
Multilink PPP aggregates the two 56 Kbps or 64 Kbps I  
SDN B channels, creating a virtual single digital connection  
of up to 128 Kbps.  
National ISDN  
An ISDN standard that enables consistency in ISDN service  
features across different vendors’equipment and switches for  
North America.  
Network terminator (NT1)  
A device that terminates the ISDN line.The NT1 is built into  
the 3C882 ISDN modem.  
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GLOSSARY  
4
PAP  
Password Authentication Protocol. PAP is one of two PPP  
authentication protocols; CHAP is the other. An  
authentication protocol requests information to verify a valid  
user. PAP requests the users name and password for  
verification.  
POTS  
PPP  
Plain old telephone service.  
Point-to-Point Protocol. PPP provides a standard method of  
transmitting data through the Internet. PPP is used for  
communication between a computer and an Internet  
service provider.  
PRI  
Primary Rate Interface. A PRI line is one of two access  
methods to the ISDN. In North America, each PRI consists of  
twenty-three 64 Kbps B channels and one 64 Kbps  
D channel.  
QuickSelect  
SPID  
A built-in feature that automatically detects and uses the  
protocol required for each digital call:V.120 or  
Async-Sync PPP.  
Service Profile Identifier. If required, this number is supplied  
to you by the telephone company.Typically, if your ISDN line  
has only one telephone number, a SPID is not required.  
V.120  
A rate adaption scheme that converts transmission rates from  
a range of 300 bps to 115.2 Kbps to the B channel  
56 Kbps or 64 Kbps rate. V.120 is used for communication  
between two computers.  
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INDEX  
call routing  
analog ports for Macintosh 4-12  
Numerics  
3C882 specifications C-1  
3Com Bulletin Board Service  
(3ComBBS) E-1  
analog ports for PC using DOS D-3  
analog ports for PC using  
Windows 3-11  
3ComFacts E-3  
3ComForum E-3  
Challenge Handshake Authentication  
Protocol (CHAP) 1-4  
COM port  
connection 2-5  
A
pinout specifications C-2  
compression 5-3  
CompuServe E-3  
analog equipment installation 2-6  
analog port  
configuration  
placing calls 6-6  
for an Apple Macintosh  
computer 4-2  
using DOS D-1  
receiving calls 6-6  
Apple macintosh requirements 1-6  
Async-Sync PPP 1-3  
AT commands  
using Windows 3-1  
using Windows 95 3-13  
using Windows NT 3-17  
connecting  
list B-1  
placing an ISDN data call 6-2  
AT&T 5ESS Custom switch A-4  
AT&T 5ESS NI1 switch A-3  
Auto Answer 5-3  
analog devices 2-6  
power cable 2-8  
RJ-45/RJ-11 ISDN cable 2-5  
serial cable for Macintosh 2-5  
serial cable for PC 2-4  
conventions 2  
B
B channel data rate 3-9, 4-10, B-5  
B channel LEDs 7-3, 7-4  
back panel components 2-2  
bulletin board service E-1  
notice icons 2  
text 2  
D
D channel LED 7-2, 7-3  
data calls  
C
call  
placing 6-1  
data  
receiving 6-5  
dynamic bandwidth allocation  
(DBA) 5-2  
placing 6-1  
receiving 6-5  
voice  
placing 6-6  
receiving 6-6  
E
environmental operating range C-1  
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INDEX  
2
F
O
fax service. See 3ComFacts  
front panel  
on-line help 7-5  
on-line technical services E-1  
ordering ISDN service  
components 2-2  
LED indicator definitions 2-3  
for AT&T 5ESS Custom A-4  
for AT&T 5ESS NI1 A-3  
for Northern Telecom DMS 100 A-5  
for Siemens EWSD A-6  
I
installation 2-1  
analog equipment 2-6  
general steps 2-1  
ISDN cable 2-5  
power cable 2-8  
serial cable 2-4  
P
package contents 1-5  
Password Authentication Protocol  
(PAP) 1-4  
ISDN 1-1  
PC requirements 1-6  
Phone port 2-6, 3-9, 4-10  
physical dimensions C-1  
placing calls 6-1  
Information Sheet 1-7  
ordering service  
for AT&T 5ESS Custom A-4  
for AT&T 5ESS NI1 A-3  
for Northern Telecom  
DMS 100 A-5  
data 6-1  
using AT commands 6-2  
voice 6-6  
for Siemens EWSD A-6  
placing data calls 6-1  
receiving data calls 6-5  
ISDN cable installation 2-5  
Plug and Play setup with  
Windows 95 3-13  
power cable connection 2-8  
power requirements C-1  
PPP protocol 1-2  
L
Q
LEDs  
description 2-3  
monitoring 7-2  
QuickSelect 1-2  
R
M
receiving calls  
Macintosh requirements 1-6  
Multilink PPP  
data 6-5  
voice 6-6  
configuration for DOS D-2  
configuration for Macintosh 4-9  
configuration for Windows 3-8  
placing a call 6-3  
requirements  
Apple Macintosh computer 1-6  
IBM or compatible PC 1-6  
result codes B-8  
returning products for repair E-4  
ringer equivalence number C-1  
N
network interface C-1  
network supplier support E-4  
Northern Telecom DMS 100 switch A-5  
NT1 1-3, 2-5  
S
S registers B-4  
serial cable installation 2-4  
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3
serial port 1-3  
connection for Macintosh 2-5  
connection for PC 2-5  
Siemens EWSD switch A-6  
specifications C-1  
switch type A-3 to A-6  
T
technical support E-1  
Test LED 7-2, 7-3  
troubleshooting 7-1  
checking the basics 7-1  
evaluating symptoms and  
solutions 7-3  
monitoring LEDs 7-2  
V
V.120 protocol 1-2  
voice calls  
placing 6-6  
receiving 6-6  
W
warranty 1-4  
Windows 95  
Plug and Play setup 3-13  
Windows NT 3-17  
World Wide Web site E-2  
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materials, under normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of  
purchase from 3Com or its Authorized Reseller:  
Internetworking products  
One year  
Network adapters  
Lifetime  
Ethernet stackable hubs and unmanaged Ethernet fixed port repeaters  
Lifetime*  
(One year if  
not registered)  
*Power supply and fans in these stackable hubs and unmanaged repeaters One year  
Other hardware products  
Spare parts and spares kits  
One year  
90 days  
If a product does not operate as warranted above during the applicable warranty period, 3Com  
shall, at its option and expense, repair the defective product or part, deliver to Customer an  
equivalent product or part to replace the defective item, or refund to Customer the purchase  
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3Com. Replacement products may be new or reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired product  
or part has a ninety (90) day warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever is  
longer.  
3Com shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of  
Customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to 3Com for repair,  
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consumers, so the above limitations and exclusions may be limited in their application to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary depending on local law.  
GOVERNING LAW: This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of the state of California.  
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5400 Bayfront Plaza  
Santa Clara, CA 95052-8145  
(408) 764-5000  
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IMPORTANT: Read Before Using This Product  
3COM END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT  
YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE OPENING OR  
USING THIS PRODUCT. IT CONTAINS SOFTWARE, THE USE OF WHICH IS LICENSED BY 3COM  
CORPORATION (“3COM”) TO ITS CUSTOMERS FOR THEIR USE ONLY AS SET FORTH BELOW.  
OPENING THIS PACKAGE OR USING ANY PART OF THE SOFTWARE INDICATES THAT YOU ACCEPT  
THESE TERMS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT,  
RETURN THIS ENTIRE PACKAGE UNOPENED OR WITH THE SOFTWARE UNUSED TO 3COM OR THE  
LOCATION WHERE YOU OBTAINED IT.  
LICENSE: 3Com grants you a nonexclusive license to use the accompanying software program(s)  
(the Software) subject to the terms and restrictions set forth in this License Agreement. Except  
as provided below, this License Agreement does not grant you any rights to patents, copyrights,  
trade secrets, trademarks, or any other rights in respect to the Software.  
The Software is licensed to be used on ONE (1) WORKSTATION owned by or leased to you for use  
only in connection with a 3ComImpact IQ External ISDN Modem. One (1) copy of the Software  
may be made for backup or archive purposes in support of your use of the Software on a single  
workstation. You may not reproduce the supporting documentation accompanying the Software.  
You must reproduce and include the copyright notice(s) and any other proprietary rights notices  
appearing on any copy that you make.  
ASSIGNMENT; NO REVERSE ENGINEERING: You may transfer the Software and license to  
another party in the same country in which you obtained the Software if the other party agrees in  
writing to accept the terms and conditions of this License Agreement. If you transfer the  
Software, you must at the same time either transfer any copies of the Software as well as the  
supporting documentation to the same party or destroy any such materials not transferred.  
Except as set forth above, you may not assign your rights under this License Agreement.  
Modification, reverse engineering, reverse compiling, or disassembly of the Software is expressly  
prohibited. However, if you are a European Community (EC”) resident, information necessary to  
achieve interoperability of the Software with other programs within the meaning of the EC  
Directive on the Legal Protection of Computer Programs is available to you from 3Com upon  
written request.  
EXPORT RESTRICTIONS: You agree that you will not export or re-export the Software or  
accompanying documentation (or any copies thereof) or any products utilizing the Software or  
such documentation in violation of any applicable laws or regulations of the United States or the  
country in which you obtained them.  
TRADE SECRETS; TITLE: You acknowledge and agree that the structure, sequence and  
organization of the Software are the valuable trade secrets of 3Com and its suppliers. You agree  
to hold such trade secrets in confidence. You further acknowledge and agree that ownership of,  
and title to, the Software and all subsequent copies thereof regardless of the form or media are  
held by 3Com and its suppliers.  
UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT LEGENDS:  
For units of the Department of Defense:  
The Software is commercial computer software as defined in 48 C.F.R. 211 and therefore is  
provided to units of the Department of Defense under the terms of this License Agreement,  
which is 3Com's standard commercial agreement for the Software. In the alternative, if 48 C.F.R.  
211 is not invoked, the Software is licensed as follows: Restricted Rights Legend: Use, duplication  
or disclosure by the United States Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in  
subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software Clause at 48 C.F.R.  
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For civilian agencies:  
Restricted Rights Legend: Use, reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in  
subparagraph (a) through (d) of the Commercial Computer Software - Restricted Rights clause at  
48 C.F.R. 52.227-19 and the limitations set forth in 3Com's standard commercial agreement for the  
Software. Unpublished rights reserved under the copyright laws of the United States.  
TERM AND TERMINATION: This license will expire fifty (50) years from the date that you open  
the package, if it is not earlier terminated. You may terminate it at any time by destroying the  
Software and documentation together with all copies and merged portions in any form. It will  
also terminate immediately if you fail to comply with any term or condition of this License  
Agreement. Upon such termination you agree to destroy the Software and documentation,  
together with all copies and merged portions in any form.  
GOVERNING LAW: This License Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of  
California as such laws are applied to agreements entered into and to be performed entirely  
within California between California residents and by the laws of the United States. You agree  
that the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (1980) is  
hereby excluded.  
LIMITED WARRANTY; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: All warranties and limitations of liability  
applicable to the Software are as stated on the Limited Warranty Card or in the product manual  
accompanying the Software. Such warranties and limitations of liability are incorporated herein in  
their entirety by this reference.  
SEVERABILITY: In the event any provision of this License Agreement is found to be invalid,  
illegal or unenforceable, the validity, legality and enforceability of any of the remaining provisions  
shall not in any way be affected or impaired and a valid, legal and enforceable provision of similar  
intent and economic impact shall be substituted therefor.  
ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This License Agreement sets forth the entire understanding and  
agreement between you and 3Com and may be amended only in a writing signed by both  
parties.  
3Com is a registered trademark of 3Com Corporation.  
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5400 Bayfront Plaza  
Santa Clara, CA 95052-8145  
(408) 764-5000  
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FCC CLASS B CERTIFICATION STATEMENT  
3Com Corporation  
Model No: 3C882  
FCC ID: DF63C882  
Made in U.S.A.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions:  
1 this device may not cause harmful interference, and  
2 this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B  
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, and the Canadian Department of  
Communications Equipment Standards entitled, Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential  
installation. 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 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 or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the one which the receiver is  
connected to.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission  
helpful:  
The Interference Handbook  
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Stock  
No. 004-000-00345-4.  
NOTE: In order to maintain compliance with the limits of a Class B digital device, 3Com requires  
that you use quality interface cables when connecting to this device. Changes or modifications  
not expressly approved by 3Com could void the users authority to operate this equipment. Refer  
to the manual for specifications on cabling types.  
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CANADIAN NOTICE  
The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the  
equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety  
requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users’  
satisfaction.  
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that is permissible to be connected to the  
facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using  
an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the inside wiring associated with a  
single-line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly. The  
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent  
degradation of service in some situations.  
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility  
designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or  
equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user  
to disconnect the equipment.  
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power  
utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected  
together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.  
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make electrical ground connections by  
themselves, but should contact the appropriate inspection authority or an electrician,  
as appropriate.  
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