Introduction, Features, Package Contents

User’s Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Asanté FriendlyNET GX4 Gigabit Ethernet switch.The GX4 switch is simply the most affordable, powerful Gigabit Ethernet solution for connecting desktops, high-performance servers and workstations.

Features

The GX4 switch has the following key features:

•Gigabit Ethernet over copper (1000BaseT, IEEE 802.3ab)

•Full-duplex Gigabit ports support simultaneous 1000 Mbps transmission and 1000 Mbps reception

•Self-correcting Gigabit Ethernet ports automatically resolve common wiring errors (MDI crossover, pair swaps, pair skews, pair polarity) and negotiate the highest transfer rates

•AsantéQ™ link quality monitor evaluates and adjusts for dynamic cable conditions without management or diagnostic equipment

•GX4 models 408 and 224 support 10/100 Mbps ports compatible with Fast Ethernet (100BaseTX) and Ethernet (10BaseT)

•Easy plug-and-play installation. No special software or hardware conﬁguration required

Package Contents

The package contains the following items:

•(1) FriendlyNET GX4 Gigabit Ethernet switch

•(1) User’s Guide

•(1) AC power cord

•(4) Rubber feet

•(1) Rack mount kit (optional)

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