SMC Networks SMC6826MPE manual Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1	About the TigerStack III 10/100	.1-1
	Overview	. 1-1
	Switch Architecture	. 1-2
	Power-over-Ethernet Capability	. 1-2
	Network Management Options	. 1-3
	Description of Hardware	. 1-4
	10/100BASE-T Ports	. 1-4
	1000BASE-T/SFP Ports	. 1-4
	Port and System Status LED Indicators	. 1-5
	Stack Master Button	. 1-8
	Mode PoE/Link Button	. 1-9
	Optional Stacking Transceiver	. 1-9
	Power Supply Sockets	1-10
	Features and Benefits	1-10
	Connectivity	1-10
	Expandability	1-11
	Performance	1-11
	Management	1-12

2	Network Planning	2-1
	Introduction to Switching	2-1
	Application Examples	2-2
	Supplying PoE	2-2
	Collapsed Backbone	2-3
	Network Aggregation Plan	2-4
	Remote Connections with Fiber Cable	2-5
	Making VLAN Connections	2-6
	Application Notes	2-7

3	Installing the Switch	3-1
	Selecting a Site	3-1
	Ethernet Cabling	3-2
	Equipment Checklist	3-3
	Package Contents	3-3
	Optional Rack-Mounting Equipment	3-3

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