2. Hardware Description
Front Panel
The Front Panel of the 8-Port Gigabit Switch consists of eight auto- negotiation 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 connectors, supporting automatic MDI/MDIX, and four LED-indicators (1000M, 100M, LK/ACT, FUL/COL) for each Gigabit port.
Console Port | | | RJ-45 Gigabit Ports |
| | LEDs |
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Figure 2-1. The Front Panel of the 8-Port Gigabit Switch
RJ-45 Ports ( Auto MDI/MDIX ): Eight auto-negotiation 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 connectors.
Console Port : Console management is available through the Console Port. A direct connection between the Switch and an end station ( PC ) via a RS-232 cable is required.
LED Indicators
The LED Indicators gives a real-time indication of system operating statuses. There are four LED-indicators for each Gigabit port and one Power LED for Unit. The following table provides descriptions of LEDs
status and their meaning.
Figure 2-2.
LED Indicators.
