SMC Networks 10/100 manual Introduction, Description of Hardware, Features and Benefits

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

This manual describes how to install and use SMC’s EZ Switch 10/100. It features 5,8 10/100 Mpbs Auto Negotiation swtich ports, and provides the flexibility to fit into your working space with network environment. The EZ Switch 10/100 can be used to connect with PCs, servers, hubs, bridges, other switches and routers. It can also act as a bridge between 10Mbps and 100Mbps networks segments.

This EZ Switch supports 10Mbps and 100Mbps dedicated bandwidths in each port. The Switch is built with plug & play, auto-negotiation on all ports, store-and-forward transmission scheme, IEEE802.3x flow control and back pressure operation for easy installation and smooth transition from legacy 10Mbps to 100Mbps Ethernet networks. All ports support MDI/MDI-X to facilitate your network expansion.

Description of Hardware

The EZ Switch™ 10/100, SMC-EZ6505TX, and SMC-EZ6508TX , are 5/8-port Fast Ethernet switch featuring 5/8 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX auto-negotiation ports. These switches provide an ideal bridge between 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps Ethernet networks.

Features and Benefits

•IEEE 802.3 and 802.3u compliance ensures compatibility with standards-based hubs, switches and cards from any vendor

•5/8 dual-speed 10/100 Mbps auto-negotiation ports

•Plug and play—nothing to configure

•Built-in wiring crossovers on all ports allow

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