NETGEAR SW108 manual Chapter Applications

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Chapter 3

Applications

This chapter presents an overview of the levels of service provided by incorporating the technology of the NETGEAR Model SW108 Ethernet switch into your network.

The Model SW108 Ethernet switch is designed to provide flexibility in configuring your network connections. Each switch can be used as a standalone device or can be used with 10 Mbps hubs or other interconnection devices in various configurations. The configuration examples in this chapter illustrate the integration of the switches in network environments of all sizes and types. These examples include a network of a few workstations connected to a printer or in a segmented network with multiple users or workgroups and other networking devices.

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Installation Guide for the Model SW108 Ethernet Switch Trademarks Voluntary Control Council for Interference Vcci Statement Page Contents Chapter Troubleshooting Figures Tables Chapter Introduction Benefits of Using Switching TechnologyModel SW108 Switch Overview Types of Ethernet SwitchesFeatures Page Front Panel Chapter Physical DescriptionEthernet Ports LEDs Rear Panel FDX and HDX Duplex Toggle SwitchesChapter Applications Using the Model SW108 switch for desktop switching Desktop SwitchingModel SW108 switch used as a segment switch Segment SwitchingPage Preparing the Site Chapter InstallationPackage Contents Connecting Devices to the Switch Installing the Switch on a DesktopVerifying Installation Page Troubleshooting the Switch and the Network Chapter TroubleshootingPort connection Link LED off or General Specifications Appendix a Technical SpecificationsEnvironmental Specifications Media access control MAC addresses per port Page RJ-45 Plug and vista RJ-45 Connector Appendix B Connector Pin AssignmentsPin Normal assignment Uplink assignment Cable Specifications Appendix C Cabling GuidelinesEthernet Technology Specification Category Twisted Pair CablesFigure C-1. Straight-through twisted pair cable Page Numbers IndexInstallation Guide for the Model SW108 Ethernet Switch