Levelone FSW-2409TFX User Manual

LevelOne FSW-1609TFX FSW-2409TFX 16/24 Port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch User’s Guide

8 upgrade to Fast Ethernet in the future. Ethernet workgroups can connect to the Switches now, and change adapters and hubs anytime later without ne

15 is only available in half duplex mode. Data forwarding rate per port is at wire-speed for 100Mbps speed. Data forwarding rate per port is at wi

8 Unpacking Open the shipping cartons of the Switch and carefully unpacks its contents. The carton should contain the following items: One the LevelO

17 Leave at least 10cm of space at the front and rear of the hub for ventilation. Install the Switch on a sturdy, level surface that can support its

8 We recommend that you retain the dust cover in case you need to remove the module for an extended period sometime in the future. In 16/24 Port mod

19 Then, use screws provided with the equipment rack to mount each switch in the rack. Identifying External Components This section identifies a

8 the switch. Both the front and rear panels are shown, followed by a description of each panel feature. The indicator panel is described in detail i

21 Card) or switches and hubs. Rear Panel LevelOne 16/24 Port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Module Slots: Used to install module options for 1

8 LED Indicators Power Indicator (PWR) This LED lights green when the switch is receiving current; if not, power is off. 100M Link/Activity, 10M Li

23 CONNECTING THE SWITCH This chapter describes how to connect the Switch to your Fast Ethernet network. PC to Switch A PC can be connected to the S

FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the regulations for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rul

24 via a two-pair Category 3, 4, 5 UTP/STP cable. The connection is accomplished from the hub uplink (MDI-II) port to any port of the Switch (MDI-X

23 Switch to Switch (other devices) The Switch can be connected to another switch or other devices (routers, bridges, etc.) via a two-pair Category 3

24 If the attached device does not support auto-negotiation or has auto-negotiation disabled, an auto-sensing process is initiated to select the spee

23 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS General Standards IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u 100 Base-TX Fast Ethernet ANSI/IEEE 802.3 NWay auto-negotiati

24 Physical and Environmental AC inputs 100 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz internal universal power supply Power Consumption 10 watts. (max.) for FSW-1609T

25 RJ-45 PIN SPECIFICATION When connecting your Level One 16/24/32Port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch to another switch, a bridge or a hub, a modif

26 The standard RJ-45 receptacle/connector The following shows straight cable and crossover cable connection: Straight cable for Switch (upli

i TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT THIS GUIDE...III PURPOSE ...

ii A. Using straight cable... 25 B. Using crossover cable...

7 ABOUT THIS GUIDE Congratulations on your purchase of the LevelOne FSW-1609/2409TFX 16/24Port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch. This device integrat

ivOverview of this User’s Guide Chapter 1, Introduction. Describes the Switch and its features. Chapter 2, Unpacking and Installation. Helps you g

11 INTRODUCTION This chapter describes the features of the Switch and some background information about Ethernet/Fast Ethernet switching technology.

8 Switching Technology Another approach to pushing beyond the limits of Ethernet technology is the development of switching technology. A switch brid

13 Switching LAN technology is a marked improvement over the previous generation of network bridges, which were characterized by higher latencies.