D-Link DFE-916X manual About this Guide, Conventions, Overview of the User’s Guide

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide discusses how to install and use the D-Link DFE-916 series dual-speed stackable Ethernet/Fast Ethernet hubs.

Conventions

As used in this manual, the expression "DFE-916 series" includes both the DFE-916 and the DFE-916x. Unless a specific model number is given, the term "hub" (or "hubs") refers to any unit (or units) in this series.

Most of the information in this manual applies to all DFE-916 and DFE- 916x units. Where a description applies to one model only, the specific model number will be given.

Overview of the User’s Guide

Chapter 1, Introduction. Provides information on Fast Ethernet net- works, and introduces the features of the DFE-916 series hubs.

Chapter 2, Unpacking and Setup. Helps you get started in setting up the hub.

Chapter 3, Understanding Indicators. Describes all LED indicators on the hub’s front panel. Understanding these indicators is essential to effectively using the hub.

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Contents Recyclable Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Limited Warranty Warranties Exclusive Vcci a Warning Table of Contents Understanding Indicators Overview of the User’s Guide About this GuideConventions About this Guide Page Introduction Product DescriptionProduct Features Dual-Speed Ethernet Hub Technology Overview 10Mbps Repeater 100Mbps Repeater NWay Detection RJ-45 Ports 100BASE-TX Technology Overview 100Mbps Fast Ethernet IntroductionCables and Connectors TopologyNetwork Diameter Hub TypesPage Unpacking Setup UnpackingLED Indicator Panel Identifying External ComponentsFront Panel Twisted-Pair PortsRear Panel Uplink PortModule Slots Daisy-Chain in PortInstalling the Hub InstallationAC Power Connector For the power cord Daisy-Chain OUT PortRack Mounting Connecting the Power Supply Understanding Indicators Hub State Indicators Power IndicatorCollision Indicators COL10M and COL100M HUB ID IndicatorModule Indicators Slot Port State IndicatorsLink green Receive blinking greenAuto-partition blinking amber Port Speed IndicatorsDisabled steady amber Making Connections Hub Cascading/Building a StackConnectivity Rules Hub to End-Station Connection Making Connections Hub-to-Hub Uplink HUB Port Device Cable to USE Used TypeModule Installation Optional Module ConnectionsSwitching Module DFE-260S Fiber Optic Module DFE-260FX Fast Ethernet Module DFE-260TX Making Connections Cables Connectors 100BASE-TX Ethernet Cable and ConnectorsCrossover Cables Cables and Connectors Page Topology Star SpecificationsGeneral LED Indicators Power Consumption DFE-916x =Operating Temperature -10 to 55C Hub-to-Hub CascadingStorage Temperature -25 to 55C Offices Registration Card