User manual ACER X1163N

[. . . ] If segmented correctly, most network traffic will remain within a single segment, enjoying the full-line speed bandwidth of that segment. Switches provide full-line speed and dedicated bandwidth for all connections. This is in contrast to hubs, which use the traditional shared networking topology, where the connected nodes contend for the same network bandwidth. When two switching nodes are communicating, they are connected with a dedicated channel between them, so there is no contention for network bandwidth with other nodes. [. . . ] 3az Energy Efficient Ethernet standard for reducing energy consumption of network links during periods of low utilization by transitioning interfaces into low-power state without interrupting the network connection. X1163N/108 has special front access design for Ethernet ports/LEDs to help user easier to understand and control network status. Metal case design is useful for strengthening cooling and suitable for departmental environment, providing users the best performance. X1163N/108 was specially designed for small to mid-size workgroups and can be installed where space is limited. The X1163N/108 is ideal for deployment with multiple high-speed servers for 10Mbps or 100Mbps shared-bandwidth workgroups. With the highest bandwidth at 200Mbps (100Mbps full-duplex mode), any port can provide workstations with a congestion-free data pipe for simultaneous access to the server. The X1163N/108 is scalable, allowing two or more X1163N/108 to be cascaded together. Since all ports support 200Mbps, any one of its five ports may be used to cascade to an additional switch to open a Full-Duplex Fast Ethernet pipe. The X1163N/108 is the perfect choice for a department or office planning to upgrade to Fast Ethernet. The X1163N/108 can accommodate 10Mbps or 100Mbps devices, providing a flexible solution for existing (10Mbps) Ethernet workgroups. The X1163N/108 combines dynamic memory allocation with store-andforward switching to ensure that the buffer is effectively allocated for each port; and it controls the data flow between the transmit and receive nodes 4 to guarantee against possible packet loss. Grounding the Switch This section describes how to connect the switch to ground. You must complete this procedure before powering your switch. Required Tools and Equipment ‧Ground screws (included in the accessory kit): One M4 x 6 mm (metric) pan-head screw ‧Ground cable (not included in the accessory kit): The grounding cable should be sized according to local and national installation requirements. Depending on the power supply and system, a 12 to 6 AWG copper conductor is required for U. The length of the cable depends on the proximity of the switch to 8   proper grounding facilities. €§A screwdriver (not included in the accessory kit) The following steps let you connect the switch to a protective ground: Step 1: Verify if the system power is off. Step 2: Use the ground cable to place the #8 terminal lug ring on top of the ground-screw opening, as seen in the figure below. Step 3: Insert the ground screw into the ground-screw opening. Step 4: Using a screwdriver, tighten the ground screw to secure the ground cable to the switch. Step 5: Attach the terminal lug ring at the other end of the grounding cable to an appropriate grounding stud or bolt on rack where the switch is installed. Step 6: Verify if the connections at the ground connector on the switch and the rack are securely attached. [. . . ] The connection can be accomplished from any (MDIX) port on the X1163N/108 to any of the 10Mbps or 100Mbps (MDI-X) ports on another switch or other devices. 10 Port Speed & Duplex Mode After plugging the selected cable to a specific port, the system uses autonegotiation to determine the transmission mode, auto-detecting the network speed (10Mbps or 100Mbps) for any new twisted-pair connection. If the attached device does not support auto-negotiation or has autonegotiation disabled, an auto-sensing process is initiated to select the speed and half-duplex mode is selected. 11 M OUNTING THE S WITCH ON A WALL The X1163N/108 can also be mounted on a wall. [. . . ]