D-Link DES-1005D manual Fast Ethernet Technology, Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

This chapter describes the features of the Switch and some background information about Ethernet/Fast Ethernet switching technology.

Fast Ethernet Technology

The growing importance of LANs and the increasing complexity of desktop computing applications are fueling the need for high performance networks. A number of high- speed LAN technologies have been proposed to provide greater bandwidth and improve client/server response times. Among them, 100BASE-T (Fast Ethernet) provides a non- disruptive, smooth evolution from the current 10BASE-T technology. The non-disruptive and smooth evolution nature, and the dominating potential market base, virtually guarantee cost effective and high performance Fast Ethernet solutions in the years to come.

100Mbps Fast Ethernet is a new standard specified by the IEEE 802.3 LAN committee. It is an extension of the 10Mbps Ethernet standard with the ability to transmit and receive data at 100Mbps, while maintaining the CSMA/CD Ethernet protocol. Since the 100Mbps Fast Ethernet is compatible with all other 10Mbps Ethernet environments, it provides a straightforward upgrade path and takes advantage of the existing investment in hardware, software, and personnel training.

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Contents RECYCLABLE VCCI Warning FCC CertificationsCE Mark Warning fans, if purchased and delivered in the fifty LIMITED WARRANTYProduct excluding power supplies and Warranty PeriodWhat You Must Do For Warranty Service What Is Not Covered IS” WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD, THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO NINETY 90 DAYS. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT ABOUT THIS GUIDE B. Using crossover cable TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSRJ-45PIN SPECIFICATION SWITCH TO SWITCH OTHER DEVICESABOUT THIS GUIDE PurposeTerms/Usage Overview of this User’s GuidePage INTRODUCTION Fast Ethernet TechnologySwitching Technology Features allocated for each port, while controlling the data flow between the transmit and receive nodes to guarantee against all possible packet loss Unpacking SetupUNPACKING AND SETUP Page IDENTIFYING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS Front PanelRear Panel LED Indicators Page Page CONNECTING THE SWITCH PC to SwitchB. 100BASE-TXHub Hub to SwitchA. Using straight cable A. 10BASE-THubB. Using crossover cable Switch to Switch other devicesB. Using crossover cable A. Using straight cablePort Speed & Duplex Mode General TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSPhysical and Environmental Performance耟 The standard cable, RJ-45pin assignment RJ-45P IN SPECIFICATION耟 The standard RJ-45receptacle/connector

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