KTI Networks KF-16MS manual Introduction, Dual-Speed Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Hub Units

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1. Introduction

This guide covers the product information and installation information for two dual speed Fast Ethernet hubs. One is KF-16M which provides 16 dual-speed twisted-pair (TP) ports. The other is KF-16MS which provides 16 dual-speed TP ports and one internal 10M-to-100M switch for bridging the 10Mbps network and 100M network in the hub.

Figure 1-1 Dual-Speed Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Hub Units

Both hubs comply with IEEE 802.3 and IEEE 802.3u repeater specifi- cations. Both support 10Mbps and 100Mbps connectivity over UTP cabling in the same hub. All of the TP ports support auto-sensing func- tion that allows the hub to detect the connection speed automatically. This features can protect your existing Ethernet investment without any rewiring and also provides a migration path for upgrading from 10Mbps to 100Mbps. Through the built-in 10M-to-100M switch, KF-16MS can bridge the Ethernet network and Fast Ethernet network together.

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Contents KF-16M, KF-16MS Port Dual-speed Ethernet / Fast Ethernet HubUnited States DOC.980302-KF16M/16MS-NK P/N Trademarks Making Network Connections Table of Contents IntroductionInstalling the Dual-speed Hub LED IndicatorsFigures Dual-Speed Ethernet / Fast Ethernet Hub Units IntroductionFeatures Dual-speed Hub Design Dual-speed Hub TechnologyDual-speed Hub with Built-in 10/100 Switch Specifications Desktop Mounting Installing the Dual-speed HubPacking List Mounting the HubRack Mounting Install Rack Mount BracketsComponents on the Front and Rear Panel Front Panel and Rear PanelAC Power Socket 1X 16X RJ-45 ConnectorsAC Power Switch Cascading Two Hubs Cascading Multiple HubsCascading Four Hubs in One Stack Making Network Connections RJ-45 ConnectorsDual-speed Twisted-pair Ports Straight-through UTP and Crossover UTP UTP CablesConnecting to Computers Connecting to 10BASE-T Hubs Connecting to a ComputerSwitch Connected UTP cable used Maximum length Connecting to a 100BASE-TX HubHub Stack Connection Connecting Two Hub StacksLED Panel LED IndicatorsInterpretation 10M Link The port has a good link to a 10M Ethernet device