Asante Technologies 5212 user manual IntraSwitch Components

IntraSwitch Components

IntraSwitch Components

10/100TX Port

The auto-negotiating 10/100TX port allows for the connection of a 10Base-T or a 100Base-T (Fast Ethernet) device. See "10/100TX Port" on page 2-9 for more information.

10Base-T Ports

The 12 fixed 10Base-T ports allow for the connection of 10Base- T Ethernet devices. See "10Base-T Ports" on page 2-9 for more information.

Management Connections

The Console port can be used for out-of-band management of the IntraSwitch. See "Out-of-Band Management" on page 4-4 for information.

Asanté MII Expansion Slot

The Asanté Media Independent Interface (Asanté MII) expansion slot allows for the addition of various access modules, including: 10/100TX, 100Base-FX, or 10Base-FL. See "Asanté MII Ports" on page 2-10 for more information.

Redundant Power Supply Connector

The redundant power connection can be used to connect to an Asanté external RPSU 6000 redundant power supply (sold separately). The RPSU 6000 provides the IntraSwitch with power in the event that the switch’s main power connection fails. Refer to the RPSU 6000’s Installation Guide for more information or to Appendix C in this manual for part number information.

Power Switch

The power switch turns the IntraSwitch 5212 on or off. See "Connecting Power" on page 2-8 for instructions on powering on the IntraSwitch.

Power Supply Connector

The 110/220-volt power supply connector provides the IntraSwitch 5212’s power connection. See Appendix C, "Technical Specifications" for more information.

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