User manual SMC 8505T

[. . . ] SMC8505TX SMC8508TX EZ Switch 10/100/1000 User Guide From SMC's EZ line of low-cost workgroup LAN solutions 38 Tesla Irvine, CA 92618 Phone: (949) 679-8000 July 2003 Pub. # 150000005200H R01 Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. [. . . ] 10/100 Mbps connections support auto-negotiation of speed, flow control, and duplex mode. 1000 Mbps connections support auto-negotiation of speed, duplex mode, and flow control, but only operate at full duplex. The RJ-45 ports also feature automatic MDI/MDI-X operation. This means that you can use either straight-through or crossover cables to connect to any other network device. 1 ABOUT THE EZ SWITCH 10/100/1000 Auto-negotiation is used to select the optimal transmission speed and communication mode for each connection. With store-and-forward switching and flow control, maximum data integrity is always maintained, even under heavy loading. Easy installation and reliability make this plug-and-play switch an ideal choice for delivering high speed Internet access to multiple users. The following figures show the components of this switch: Front and Rear Panels SMC8505T EZSwitch 10/100/1000 8505T 1A SMC8508T EZSwitch 10/100/1000 8508T 1. 25A 2 INSTALLING THE SWITCH Before installing the switch, verify that you have all the items listed under "Package Contents. " Note that this switch can be installed on any suitably large flat surface or in a standard EIA 19-inch rack. Package Contents The EZ Switch 10/100/1000 includes: · EZ Switch 10/100/1000 (SMC8505T or SMC8508T) · Four rubber foot pads · Rack-mount bracket kit · Appropriate DC power adapter · This User Guide · SMC Warranty Registration Card Mounting the Switch This switch can be placed directly on your desktop, or mounted in a rack. Before you start installing the switch, make sure you can provide the right operating environment, including power requirements, sufficient physical space, and proximity to other network devices that are to be connected. Verify the following installation requirements: · Power requirements: 100 to 240 VAC (± 10%) at 50 to 60 Hz (± 3Hz). The switch's power supply automatically adjusts to the input voltage level. The switch should be located in a cool dry place, with at least 10 cm (4 in) of space on the sides for ventilation. Place the switch out of direct sunlight, and away from heat sources or areas with a high amount of electromagnetic interference. · · 3 INSTALLING THE SWITCH · If you intend to mount the switch in a rack, make sure you have all the necessary mounting screws, brackets, bolts and nuts, and the right tools. Check if network cables and connectors needed for installation are available. · Stacking Switches on a Flat Surface The switch can be placed anywhere there is enough flat space, such as on a table or desktop. EZ Sw 8508 itc T h 10/10 0/1 000 EZ Sw 8508 itc T h 10/10 0/1 000 1. Stick the self-adhesive rubber foot pads (that come with this package) on each of the 4 concave spaces located on the bottom of the first switch. Place the first switch on a firm flat surface where you want to install the stack. Repeat step 1 for each switch before stacking them. The rubber foot pads cushion the switch against shock/vibrations and provide space between each switch for ventilation. Mounting Switches in a Rack Please comply with the following instructions to ensure that your switch is securely mounted in the rack. EZ Sw 850 itc h 10/ 8T 100 /10 00 EZ Sw 850 itc h 10/ 8T 100 /10 00 EZ Sw 850 itc h 10/ 8T 100 /10 00 1. Use the brackets and screws supplied in the rack mounting kit. Use a cross-head screwdriver to attach the brackets to the side of the switch. 4 CONNECTING THE SWITCH SYSTEM 4. Position the switch in the rack by lining up the holes in the brackets with the appropriate holes on the rack, and then use the rack-mount screws to mount the switch in the rack. Connecting the Switch System The EZ Switch 10/100/1000 provides 5/8 RJ-45 ports on this device. Each of these ports supports connection to 10 Mbps Ethernet, 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet, or 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet. In addition, they are capable of operating at either half or full-duplex at 10 or 100 Mbps. [. . . ] However, if the unit powers off after running for a while, check for loose power connections, power losses or surges at the power outlet, and verify that the fans on the right side of the unit are unobstructed and running prior to shutdown. If you still cannot isolate the problem, then the internal power supply may be defective. Installation Verify that all system components have been properly installed. If one or more components appear to be malfunctioning (e. g. , the power cord or network cabling), test them in an alternate environment where you are sure that all the other components are functioning properly. 14 EMC/SAFETY COMPLIANCES CABLES Cable Specifications Cable 10BASE-T 100BASE-TX 1000BASE-T Cable Types and Specifications Type Max. 5e 100-ohm 100 m (328 ft) UTP Connector RJ-45 RJ-45 RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments 1 8 8 Caution: DO NOT plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. [. . . ]