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10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch User’s Guide

Preface ix

Congratulations on your purchase of the 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch. This

device integrates 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and 10Mbps Ethernet network

capabilities in a highly flexible desktop package.

This manual discusses two 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch models (ten port and

eighteen port). Where necessary, the text distinguishes between them,

otherwise all information provided is applicable to either model. Please note

that figures throughout the manual depict the ten port model.

This manual discusses how to install and use the 10/100 Fast Ethernet

Switch.

This manual is intended for network administrators with:

• Background in LAN bridge concepts.

• Understanding of IEEE 802.3 Ethernet and 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet

networking concepts.

Contents

Main Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise WARRANTIES EXCLUSIVE LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Limited Warranty Hardware: D-Link Offices to Contact for Warranty Service: Trademarks Copyright Statement FCC Warning CE Mark Warning T ABLE OF C ONTENTS 1 OVERVIEW....................................................................... 1 2 INSTALLATION ................................................................13 P REFACE Usage/Scope Purpose Audience Manual Organization 2 O VERVIEW Introduction 100Mbps Fast Ethernet Introduction 100BASE-TX Technology Overview Cables and Connectors Topology Network Hubs Connectivity Rules Switching Technology Benefits of Switching 10/100 Switching Technology Product Features Packing List Front Panel Ports 10Mbps Ports 10/100Mbps Ports Uplink Port LED Indicators Rear Panel Duplex Mode Switch 3 I NSTALLATION Installation Site Installing on a Desktop or Shelf Connecting Power Network Connections 10/100Mbps Ports 10Mbps Ports Cable Types Setting the Duplex Mode Network Configuration Examples Page Page A 4 S PECIFICATIONS Page B Offices Registration Card Print, type or use block letters.