
Quick Start
1.Install the Express 10/100 Switch in a rack or on a shelf or table and plug the cord in. If you’re in Europe or Asia, or any other country that has a
Brackets and screws for standard
Rubber feet for shelf or table placement.
2. Connect the network devices to the switch.
Cabling Guidelines
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switches. | Switch to | CAT 3, 4, or 5 | CAT 5 crossover | ||
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3. Check the LEDs for power and links.
Lights when a
device is attached.
Always on.
Lights briefly while the switch performs
Blinks every two seconds.
Lights when a
Next steps (Optional)
•Continue to the next page if you want to configure the switch to work with an
•See Chapter 2 if you want to use the Console Manager to change port configurations (set a port for full duplex or manually set the speed), assign an IP address, or check port statistics.
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