SMC Networks SMC8748ML3 manual Chapter Making Network Connections, Connecting Network Devices

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CHAPTER 4

MAKING NETWORK

CONNECTIONS

Connecting Network Devices

The TigerStack 1000 units are designed to interconnect multiple segments (or collision domains). It can be connected to network cards in PCs and servers, as well as to hubs, switches or routers. It may also be connected to devices using optional SFP or Xenpak transceivers.

Twisted-Pair Devices

Each device requires an unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. Use Category 5, 5e or 6 cable for 1000BASE-T connections, Category 5 or better for 100BASE-TX connections, and Category 3 or better for 10BASE-T connections.

Cabling Guidelines

The RJ-45 ports on the switch support automatic MDI/MDI-X pinout configuration, so you can use standard straight-through twisted-pair cables to connect to any other network device (PCs, servers, switches, routers, or hubs).

See Appendix B “Cables” for further information on cabling.

Caution: Do not plug a phone jack connector into an RJ-45 port. This will damage the switch. Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform to FCC standards.

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Contents TigerStack Page TigerStack Installation Guide Trademarks Limited Warranty SMC Networks, Inc Tesla Irvine, CA FCC Class a CompliancesIndustry Canada Class a Japan Vcci Class aCE Mark Declaration of Conformance for EMI and Safety EEC Power Cord Safety Safety ComplianceAustralia AS/NZS 3548 1995 Class a Warnhinweis Faseroptikanschlüsse Optische SicherheitPower Cord Set France et Pérou uniquement ViiSchuko ViiiEnvironmental Statement Related Publications PurposeAudience Table of Contents Xii Making Network ConnectionsXiii AppendicesXiv TablesFigures Figures XviOverview Chapter About TigerstackFront Panels Switch Architecture10/100/1000BASE-T Ports Description of HardwareNetwork Management Options Stacking Ports SFP SlotsPort LEDs Port Status LEDs Port and System Status LEDsSystem Status LEDs Power Supply Sockets Optional Redundant Power UnitExtender Module LEDs Optional Media Extender Modules10G Xenpak Module Module LEDsConnectivity Features and BenefitsExpandability PerformanceManagement Chapter Network Planning Introduction to SwitchingCollapsed Backbone Application ExamplesNetwork Aggregation Plan Network Aggregation PlanRemote Connections with Fiber Cable Remote Connections with Fiber CableMaking Vlan Connections Making Vlan ConnectionsIP Routing for Unicast Traffic Using Layer 3 RoutingApplication Notes Network Planning Selecting a Site Installing the SwitchRJ-45 Connections Ethernet CablingOptional Rack-Mounting Equipment Equipment ChecklistPackage Contents Rack Mounting MountingAttaching the Brackets Rack-Montage Montage Rack Mounting GermanAttaching the Adhesive Feet Desktop or Shelf MountingInstalling an Optional Module Installing an Optional Module into the SwitchInserting an SFP Transceiver into a Slot Installing an Optional SFP Transceiver into the SwitchConnecting Switches in a Stack Making Stacking Connections Stacking Topologies Power Socket Connecting to a Power SourceWiring Map for Serial Cable Connecting to the Console PortWiring Map for Serial Cable Chapter Making Network Connections Connecting Network DevicesTwisted-Pair Devices Cabling GuidelinesMaking Twisted-Pair Connections Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and SwitchesWiring Closet Connections Network Wiring ConnectionsFiber Optic SFP Devices Making Connections to SFP Transceivers Gbps Fiber Optic ConnectionsConnecting to Xenpak Transceiver 1000BASE-T Cable Requirements Connectivity RulesGbps Ethernet Collision Domain Maximum 10GBASE-SR 10 Gigabit Ethernet Cable LengthMbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain Mbps Ethernet Collision Domain Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision DomainMaximum 1000BASE-ZX Fiber Optic Cable Length Maximum Fast Ethernet Cable LengthCable Labeling and Connection Records Table A-1 Troubleshooting Chart Appendix a TroubleshootingDiagnosing Switch Indicators Table A-2 Power/RPU LEDs Diagnosing Power Problems with the LEDsIn-Band Access Power and Cooling ProblemsInstallation Stack Troubleshooting Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments Appendix B CablesTable B-1 10/100BASE-TX MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Pin AssignmentsFigure B-2 Straight-through Wiring Straight-Through WiringFigure B-3 Crossover Wiring Crossover WiringTable B-2 1000BASE-T MDI and MDI-X Port Pinouts Cable Testing for Existing Category 5 Cable1000BASE-T Pin Assignments Fiber Standards Adjusting Existing Category 5 Cabling to Run 1000BASE-TPhysical Characteristics Appendix C SpecificationsWeight Switching DatabaseTemperature Power SupplyManagement Features Switch FeaturesStandards SafetyCompliances CE Mark Emissions10G Extender Module Xenpak WarrantyExtender Modules Specifications Appendix D Ordering Information Table D-1 TigerStack 1000 Products and AccessoriesOrdering Information 1000BASE-T GlossaryGlossary-1 Glossary-2 Glossary-3 Glossary-4 Glossary-5 Glossary-6 Index-1 IndexIndex-2 Index-3 Index-4 Page For Technical SUPPORT, Call