D-Link DFE-916X manual About this Guide, Conventions, Overview of the User’s Guide

ABOUT THIS GUIDE

This guide discusses how to install and use the D-Link DFE-916 series dual-speed stackable Ethernet/Fast Ethernet hubs.

Conventions

As used in this manual, the expression "DFE-916 series" includes both the DFE-916 and the DFE-916x. Unless a specific model number is given, the term "hub" (or "hubs") refers to any unit (or units) in this series.

Most of the information in this manual applies to all DFE-916 and DFE- 916x units. Where a description applies to one model only, the specific model number will be given.

Overview of the User’s Guide

♦Chapter 1, Introduction. Provides information on Fast Ethernet net- works, and introduces the features of the DFE-916 series hubs.

♦Chapter 2, Unpacking and Setup. Helps you get started in setting up the hub.

♦Chapter 3, Understanding Indicators. Describes all LED indicators on the hub’s front panel. Understanding these indicators is essential to effectively using the hub.

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