Chapter 4: HardwareReference

This chapter describes the hardware features of the Fast EtherHub-12se. For easier management and control of the hub, familiarize yourself with the display indicators and ports. This hub includes 11 RJ-45 MDI-X station ports, of which Port 12 can also serve as an MDI daisy-chain port. In addition, it includes one fiber optic port (Port 1) that supports connection to any 100BASE- FX compatible device using standard multimode fiber optic cable with SC or ST type connectors (depending on the model you purchased).

Note: Model EH3012-TF-SC has an SC-type fiber connector.

Model EH3012-TF-ST has an ST-type fiber connector.

Front Panel

The front panel provides a simple interface for monitoring the hub. It includes an alert indicator to show if the fan has failed, a power indicator, a statistical display for network traffic, and port status indicators as shown below.

100BASE-TX/FX Class II Repeater

Figure Chapter 4:-1 The Fast EtherHub-12se Front Panel

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Accton Technology 12se manual HardwareReference, Front Panel

12se specifications

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