NETGEAR manual Segment Switching, Model FS518T Switch Used as a Segment Switch

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Segment Switching

The Model FS518T switch can segment a network into multiple connected pieces, increasing overall bandwidth and throughput. Figure 3-2 illustrates the Model FS518T switch segmenting networks that are built with a NETGEAR Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hub and a NETGEAR Model DS516 Dual Speed Hub.

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1000 Mbps

100 Mbps

10 Mbps

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1 = Server with 100 Mbps connection

2 = Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hub (Normal/Uplink push button set to Uplink position)

3 = PCs with network adapter installed, enabling 100 Mbps connection 4 = 100 Mbps connection

5 = Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to Uplink position) 6 = Server with 2000 Mbps connection (1000 Mbps full-duplex)

7 = Model DS516 Dual Speed Hub (Normal/Uplink push button set to Uplink position)

8 = PC connected at 10 Mbps

Figure 3-2. Model FS518T Switch Used as a Segment Switch

applications 3-3

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Contents Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit Uplinks Statement of Conditions TrademarksCertificate of the Manufacturer/Importer Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Voluntary Control Council for Interference Vcci StatementCustomer Support Internet/World Wide WebContents Connector Pin Assignments TroubleshootingTechnical Specifications Cabling GuidelinesFigures Tables Benefits of Using Switching Technology IntroductionTypes of Ethernet Switches Model FS518T Switch Overview Features Model FS518T switch has the following key featuresIntroduction Physical Description Front PanelVista RJ-45 Connector with Built-in LEDs Normal/Uplink Push Button 1000BASE-T UTP PortsAuto MDI/MDIX LEDs LED Descriptions Label Color Activity DescriptionRear Panel of the Model FS518T Switch Rear PanelApplications Desktop Switching Model FS518T Switch Used as a Desktop SwitchSegment Switching Model FS518T Switch Used as a Segment SwitchChecking Package Contents InstallationPreparing the Site Installing a Switch Installing the Switch on a Flat SurfaceInstalling the Switch in a Rack Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Model FS518T Switch Connecting Devices to the Switch Verifying Installation Connecting to the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet SwitchTroubleshooting Troubleshooting InformationNetwork Adapter Cards ConfigurationSwitch Integrity Auto NegotiationGeneral Specifications Appendix a Technical SpecificationsElectrical Specifications Storage humidity Addressing Bit MAC address Appendix B Connector PIN Assignments RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 ConnectorPin Appendix C Cabling Guidelines Fast Ethernet Cable GuidelinesCategory 5 Cable Category 5 Cable SpecificationsTable C-1. Electrical Requirements of Category 5 Cable Twisted Pair Cables Figure C-1. Straight-Through Twisted Pair CablePatch Panels and Cables Cabling LengthReturn Loss Near End Cross Talk NextPatch Cables ConclusionsNetwork Access speed, 2-2 NEXT, C-6 normal Ports NumbersWorld Wide Web Index FS518TNA-0