Limited Warranty

Hardware:

D-Link warrants its hardware products to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for the following lengths of time from the date of purchase from D-Link or its Authorized Reseller:

Product Type	Warranty Period
Network adapters	Lifetime
Unmanaged and managed hubs (10Mbps)	Lifetime *
Unmanaged and managed hubs (100Mbps)	One year
Repeaters, MAUs , transceivers, media converters	One year
Concentrators	One year
Internetworking products	One year
* Power supply and fans in these devices	One year
Other hardware products	One year
Spare parts and spare kits	90 days

If a product does not operate as warranted during the applicable warranty period, D-Link shall, at its option and expense, (1) repair the defective product or part, (2) deliver to Customer an equivalent product or part to replace the defective item. All products that are replaced will become the property of D-Link. Replacement products may be new or reconditioned. Any replaced or repaired product or part has a ninety (90) day warranty or the remainder of the initial warranty period, whichever is longer.

D-Link shall not be responsible for any software, firmware, information, or memory data of Customer contained in, stored on, or integrated with any products returned to D-Link pursuant to any warranty.

All products with lifetime warranty have a standard five-year warranty. To qualify for lifetime warranty, the enclosed Product Registration Card must be completed and returned to D-Link within ninety (90) days of purchase.

Warranty service may be obtained by contacting a D-Link office within the applicable warranty period for a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. If a Registration Card has not been previously sent, proof of purchase, such as a copy of the dated purchase invoice, must be provided. Once an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be shipped back to D-Link prepaid, insured and wrapped in the original or similar shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged during shipment. When returning the defective product to D-Link for service, the RMA number must be marked on the outside of the shipping package. Any product returned without an RMA number shall be rejected and sent back to the Customer, and D-Link reserves the right to have Customer bear the cost of sending back such products. A service charge may or may not be levied to Customer by D-Link. To find out if a service charge is levied or not, and the charged amount, read the RMA that is returned to Customer, or ask the D- Link office when an RMA is requested.

Software:

D-Link warrants that the software programs licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to the applicable published program specifications for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from D-Link or its Authorized Reseller. D-Link warrants the magnetic media containing software against failure during the warranty period. No updates are provided. D-Link's sole obligation hereunder shall be to replace any defective software products with products which substantially conform to D-Link's applicable published specifications. Customer assumes responsibility for the selection of the appropriate applications program and associated reference materials. D-Link makes no warranty that its software products will work in combination with any hardware or applications software products provided by third party, that the operation of the software products will be uninterrupted or error free, or that all defects in the software product will be corrected. For any third party products

DFE-500FX specifications

The D-Link DFE-500FX is a well-regarded networking card that caters to users seeking a reliable and efficient solution for connecting their computers to high-speed networks. Aimed at professional environments, this Fast Ethernet card delivers robust performance and is particularly suited for network-intensive applications.

At the heart of the DFE-500FX is its ability to support Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) and Fast Ethernet standards, specifically 100Base-FX. This allows for high-speed data transfer over fiber-optic cables, reaching speeds of up to 100 Mbps. The use of fiber optics not only enhances speed but also offers significant advantages in terms of distance and interference resistance, making it ideal for setups requiring long cable runs and improved network reliability.

One of the core features of the DFE-500FX is its use of a PCI interface for seamless integration into a variety of desktop systems. The card supports plug-and-play functionality, making the installation process straightforward and user-friendly. This is particularly important in enterprise environments where minimizing downtime during upgrades is crucial.

The DFE-500FX also boasts advanced technologies such as Auto-Negotiation and Link Integrity Test, which help optimize the connection by automatically negotiating the best speed and duplex mode with the networking device it is connected to. The card's ability to perform self-diagnosis through Link Integrity ensures that network maintenance and troubleshooting are straightforward.

In addition, the card is designed for versatility, supporting a range of operating systems, including various versions of Windows and Linux. This makes it suitable for diverse environments and enhances its attractiveness for system integrators.

Security features are integral to the DFE-500FX, which includes support for VLAN tagging, allowing for segmentation of networks for enhanced security and performance. This capability is especially beneficial in large organizational setups where managing data traffic effectively is paramount.

With its combination of speed, reliability, and enhanced features, the D-Link DFE-500FX stands out as a dependable choice for users looking to upgrade their network capabilities. Its effective design and robust technology ensure that it meets the demands of modern networking tasks, making it a valuable asset for any organization focusing on high-performance and secure connectivity options.