Intel 100BASE-TX manual Overview, Features

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Overview

This chapter introduces the Intel Express 100BASE-TX stackable hub and covers the following topics:

∙A summary of the key features of the Express hub

∙A physical description of the Express hub and its components

∙A description of the upcoming optional equipment supported by the Express hub

Features

The key features of the Express hub are

∙IEEE 802.3u standard for Fast (100 Mbps) Ethernet conformity

∙Scaleable architecture that allows up to six hubs to be stacked for a total of 144 fixed ports per single, shared repeater or collision domain.

∙Stackable, self-contained chassis equipped with:

–12 100BASE-TX fixed ports.

–LED matrix that provides at-a-glance status for the individual ports on a hub, the hub, or an entire stack of hubs, and provides network utilization status for the Ethernet segment in a stack of hubs.

–Expansion slot to accommodate modules supporting management and additional connectivity capabilities.

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Contents 100BASE-TX Page Statement of Conditions Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer Limited 1-year hardware warranty Returning a defective productLimitation of liability and remedies Page Contents Index Intel customer support Overview FeaturesPhysical Description Major Components ChassisPin # MDI-X signal MDI signal Port Front PanelRJ-45 100BASE-TX Ports LED Matrix MDI/MDI-X SwitchType Label Color Meaning This shows the LED matrix on the Express hubType Label Color Meaning Expansion Slot 100BASE-T Media Adapter SlotPower Receptacle Cascade ConnectorsRear Panel A P T E R Intel Express 100BASE- TX Stackable Hub Installing Removing Express Hub Operating Requirement Environment Site PreparationRequired Tools and Materials Package ContentsInstalling the Hub in a Rack Installing an Express hubCompleting the Installation Installing the Hub on a Table or ShelfPage Installing Multiple Hubs Physical Requirements for Installing Multiple HubsStacking and Cascading Hubs Mounting Requirements for Installing Multiple Hubs Installing Optional Modules in the HubInstalling Network Management Modules Installing and Connecting Multiple Hubs Removing an Express hub Removing and Installing Filler Panels Removing a filler panel Making Connections to 100BASE-T Ports Physical Configuration GuidelinesMbps Network Devices Network Configuration DecisionsConnecting Cables to the Hub Checking the LEDs Verifying InstallationColor Status indications Other Items To CheckUnit Numbering Convention 100BASE-T Shared LAN 100BASE-T Network ConfigurationsConnecting 100BASE-T Workstations to the Hub 100BASE-TX 100BASE-T Switched LANA P T E R Intel Express 100BASE- TX Stackable Hub Technical Specifications Appendix a Technical Specifications Optional EquipmentElectrical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards CompatibilityEnvironmental Specifications Physical SpecificationsSafety Agency Approvals Electromagnetic EmissionsOptional Equipment Media AdaptersInterface Options 100BASE-TX Host Modules Network Management ModuleP E N D I Page Appendix B 100BASE-T Topology Rules and Guidelines Physical Layer Media Specifications100BASE-FX Repeater RulesNetwork Topology Extensions 100BASE-T network topology of 400 meters 100BASE-T network topology of 521.6 meters 100BASE-T Calculating Round Trip Collision DelaySTP DTE types Maximum round trip Delay value Index D E NMM D E Intel customer support