Description of Hardware

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Description of Hardware

10/100/1000BASE-T Ports

The switch contains eight RJ-45 ports that operate at 10 Mbps o r 100 Mbps, half or
full duplex, or at 1000 Mbps, full duplex. Because all ports on the switch support
automatic MDI/MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all netw ork
connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs. (See “1000BASE -T Pin
Assignments” on page B-3.)
Each of these ports support auto-negotiation, so the optimum transmission mode
(half or full duplex), and data rate (10, 100, or 1000 Mbps) can be selected
automatically. If a device connected to one of these ports does not support
auto-negotiation, the communication mode of that port can be configured manually.

SFP Slot

The Small Form Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceiver slot is shared with RJ-45 Port 8.
If an SFP transceiver (purchased separately) is installed in the slot and has a valid
link on its port, the associated RJ-45 port is disabled and cannot be used.

Port and Power Status LEDs

The switch includes a display panel for key system and port indication s that simplify
installation and network troubleshooting. The LEDs, which are located on the front
panel for easy viewing, are shown below and described in the following tables.
Figure 1-3 Port and Power LEDs
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Port Status LEDs
Power Status LED