NetComm NP2160 manual Using the Proswitch, Desktop Switching

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USING THE PROSWITCH

The NetComm16-port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet ProSwitch can be used to split parts of the network into different collision domains, making it possible to expand your Fast Ethernet network beyond the 205-meter network diameter limit for 100BASE-TX networks. Switches supporting both traditional 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast Ethernet are also ideal for bridging between the existing 10Mbps networks and the new 100Mbps networks.

Desktop Switching

The 16-Port ProSwitch can be used as a desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have 100 Mbps access to a file server.

Key:

1 = Server with 100 Mbps connection

2 = NetComm 16-Port ProSwitch

3 = PCs with 100 Mbps Ethernet adapter cards installed 4 = PC with 10 Mbps connection

Note: If a full-duplex adapter card is installed in the server or PC, a 200 Mbps connection is possible on the port where the server or PC is connected.

Rev.1 - YML623

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16-port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet ProSwitch

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Contents Page Contents Purpose About this GuideTerms/Usage Overview of this Users GuideSwitching Technology IntroductionFast Ethernet Technology Features Installation Unpacking and InstallationUnpacking Rack MountingRev.1 YML623 Port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet ProSwitch Identifying External Components LED Indicator PanelDesktop Switching Using the ProswitchSegment Switching Extending a Network Trouble Shooting ConfigurationNetwork Adapter Cards RJ-45 Plug Connector PIN AssignmentsCabling Guidelines Cable SpecificationsFast Ethernet Cable Guidelines Cable LengthsTwisted Pair Cables Following diagram illustrates crossover twisted pair cableGeneral Technical SpecificationPhysical and Environmental PerformanceContact Information Registering Your Netcomm ProductLimitations of Warranty WarrantyRev.1 YML623 Port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet ProSwitch