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10/100 NWay Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Switch User’s Guide

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

Congratulations on your purchase of the 10/100 NWay Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Switch. This device integrates 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and 10Mbps Ethernet network capabilities in a highly flexible package.

Purpose

The purpose of this manual is to discuss the installation and use of your 16-port 10/100Mbps NWay Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Switch.

Terms/Usage

For simplicity, this documentation uses the term “Switch” (first letter upper case) to refer to the DES-1016D Switch, and “switch” (first letter lower case) to refer to all switches, including the DES- 1016D.

Overview of this User’s Guide

♦Chapter 1, “Introduction.” Describes the Switch and its features.

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