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Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit Uplinks NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com M-FS518NA-1 September 2000
Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit Uplinks NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com M-FS518NA-1 September 2000
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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Network Adapter Cards 5-2 Configuration ...5-2 Switch Integrity ...5-2 Autonegotiation ...5-2 Appendix A Technical Specifications General Specifications A-1 Appendix B Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector B-1 Duplex SC ... Ethernet Cable Guidelines C-1 Category 5 Cable ...C-2 Category 5 Cable Specifications C-2 Twisted Pair Cables ...C-3 Patch Panels and Cables C-4 Fiber Optic Cables ...C-5 Fiber Cable Specifications C-5 Gigabit Cable Guidelines C-5 Index vi Contents
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Network Adapter Cards 5-2 Configuration ...5-2 Switch Integrity ...5-2 Autonegotiation ...5-2 Appendix A Technical Specifications General Specifications A-1 Appendix B Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector B-1 Duplex SC ... Ethernet Cable Guidelines C-1 Category 5 Cable ...C-2 Category 5 Cable Specifications C-2 Twisted Pair Cables ...C-3 Patch Panels and Cables C-4 Fiber Optic Cables ...C-5 Fiber Cable Specifications C-5 Gigabit Cable Guidelines C-5 Index vi Contents
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Table C-2. LED Descriptions 2-5 Table 5-1. RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments B-2 Table C-1. Electrical Requirements of Category 5 Cable C-2 Electrical Requirements of Fiber Optic Cable C-5 Gigabit Cable Guidelines C-5 Tables ix Table C-3. Troubleshooting Information 5-1 Table B-1. Tables Table 2-1.
Table C-2. LED Descriptions 2-5 Table 5-1. RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments B-2 Table C-1. Electrical Requirements of Category 5 Cable C-2 Electrical Requirements of Fiber Optic Cable C-5 Gigabit Cable Guidelines C-5 Tables ix Table C-3. Troubleshooting Information 5-1 Table B-1. Tables Table 2-1.
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To relieve server and backbone bottlenecks, the Model FS518 switch also has two Gigabit Ethernet fiber uplink ports. With this technology,...segments will not show up in a shared environment. For example, with a total of the NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch. They check traffic coming in to each user on which network device is located on...video, or high-performance client-server functions among users who are based on shared network technology. Ethernet switches provide private, dedicated, 10 Mbps (or 100 Mbps) capacity to each of bandwidth per second (Mbps...
To relieve server and backbone bottlenecks, the Model FS518 switch also has two Gigabit Ethernet fiber uplink ports. With this technology,...segments will not show up in a shared environment. For example, with a total of the NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch. They check traffic coming in to each user on which network device is located on...video, or high-performance client-server functions among users who are based on shared network technology. Ethernet switches provide private, dedicated, 10 Mbps (or 100 Mbps) capacity to each of bandwidth per second (Mbps...
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...cost. It is generally used to connect to support the applications. The 1000 Mbps (Gigabit) ports add the necessary increase in different ways-as desktop switches or as segment switches. Autosensing 10/100 Mbps switches support 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps connections on each port, with each port and ...are the most versatile and adaptive type of Ethernet Switches Ethernet switches can also be classified in throughput. Types of switches. Gigabit (1000 Mbps) switch ports are operating at 100 Mbps and sending traffic to the server, the server needs...
...cost. It is generally used to connect to support the applications. The 1000 Mbps (Gigabit) ports add the necessary increase in different ways-as desktop switches or as segment switches. Autosensing 10/100 Mbps switches support 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps connections on each port, with each port and ...are the most versatile and adaptive type of Ethernet Switches Ethernet switches can also be classified in throughput. Types of switches. Gigabit (1000 Mbps) switch ports are operating at 100 Mbps and sending traffic to the server, the server needs...
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...access control (MAC) layer device, the switch is an autosensing 10/ 100 Mbps switch with two Gigabit uplink interfaces. Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Model FS518 Switch Overview The NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit uplinks is network protocol independent and compatible...mode and no change to the network backbone and shared network resources such as a single logical network. Gigabit fiber ports will default to the switch without worrying about the running speed of the network. If negotiation fails, the ports default to half-...
...access control (MAC) layer device, the switch is an autosensing 10/ 100 Mbps switch with two Gigabit uplink interfaces. Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Model FS518 Switch Overview The NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit uplinks is network protocol independent and compatible...mode and no change to the network backbone and shared network resources such as a single logical network. Gigabit fiber ports will default to the switch without worrying about the running speed of the network. If negotiation fails, the ports default to half-...
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...8226; 16 vista RJ-45 network ports with built-in LEDs to monitor individual port status • Two autonegotiating (duplex mode and flow control) Gigabit fiber ports with 50 µm fiber cable. With 62.5 µm fiber cable, the maximum distance is 260 m. •... network backbone • Autonegotiation supported by all 10/100 Mbps and Gigabit ports • Automatic address-learning function to build the packet-forwarding information table The table contains up to 8,000 MAC addresses (that is, the switch can support networks with as many as 8,000 devices). • ...
...8226; 16 vista RJ-45 network ports with built-in LEDs to monitor individual port status • Two autonegotiating (duplex mode and flow control) Gigabit fiber ports with 50 µm fiber cable. With 62.5 µm fiber cable, the maximum distance is 260 m. •... network backbone • Autonegotiation supported by all 10/100 Mbps and Gigabit ports • Automatic address-learning function to build the packet-forwarding information table The table contains up to 8,000 MAC addresses (that is, the switch can support networks with as many as 8,000 devices). • ...
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...with 10M or 100M Link LEDs on the front panel of the Model FS518 Switch Physical Description 2-1 Front Panel For easier management and control of the Model FS518 switch, familiarize yourself with the ports, LEDs, and Normal/Uplink push button on ...each port 5 = Normal/Uplink push button for port 16 6 = Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-SX) SC fiber ports 7 = Link LEDs for the Gigabit Ethernet ports Figure 2-1. Chapter 2 Physical Description This chapter describes the hardware features of the NETGEAR...
...with 10M or 100M Link LEDs on the front panel of the Model FS518 Switch Physical Description 2-1 Front Panel For easier management and control of the Model FS518 switch, familiarize yourself with the ports, LEDs, and Normal/Uplink push button on ...each port 5 = Normal/Uplink push button for port 16 6 = Gigabit Ethernet (1000BASE-SX) SC fiber ports 7 = Link LEDs for the Gigabit Ethernet ports Figure 2-1. Chapter 2 Physical Description This chapter describes the hardware features of the NETGEAR...
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...examples include a network of a few workstations connected to provide flexibility in this chapter illustrate the integration of the NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps hubs or other networking devices. The configuration examples in con...by incorporating the technology of the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch into your network connections. Each switch can be used as a standalone device or can be used with Gigabit uplinks in various configurations. The Model FS518 switch is designed to a printer or a segmented network ...
...examples include a network of a few workstations connected to provide flexibility in this chapter illustrate the integration of the NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps hubs or other networking devices. The configuration examples in con...by incorporating the technology of the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch into your network connections. Each switch can be used as a standalone device or can be used with Gigabit uplinks in various configurations. The Model FS518 switch is designed to a printer or a segmented network ...
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... the port where the server is connected. 3-2 Applications Model FS518 Switch Used as a desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have Gigabit (1000 Mbps) access to a file server. 1 16PORT 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Tx Rx MODEL FS518 2 3 4 9312FA Key: 1 = ...Server with 2000 Mbps connection (1000 Mbps full-duplex) 2 = Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to...
... the port where the server is connected. 3-2 Applications Model FS518 Switch Used as a desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have Gigabit (1000 Mbps) access to a file server. 1 16PORT 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Tx Rx MODEL FS518 2 3 4 9312FA Key: 1 = ...Server with 2000 Mbps connection (1000 Mbps full-duplex) 2 = Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to...
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...between your PC or server and the switch to the Tx Gigabit fiber connector of the fiber cable, as illustrated in length. 2. Ensure that the Rx Gigabit fiber connector of the switch is attached to the switch: 1. Tx/Rx Connection Between Switches 3. Connect one end of the ... Rx Remote Partner Tx Rx 9332EA Figure 4-2. Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Connecting Devices to the Switch To connect devices to the Rx (receive data) Gigabit fiber connector of the remote partner using one of the pairs of the remote partner using Category ...
...between your PC or server and the switch to the Tx Gigabit fiber connector of the fiber cable, as illustrated in length. 2. Ensure that the Rx Gigabit fiber connector of the switch is attached to the switch: 1. Tx/Rx Connection Between Switches 3. Connect one end of the ... Rx Remote Partner Tx Rx 9332EA Figure 4-2. Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Connecting Devices to the Switch To connect devices to the Rx (receive data) Gigabit fiber connector of the remote partner using one of the pairs of the remote partner using Category ...
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...can be accessed, and that the LED indicators on the switch are functioning properly. Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Key 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 9 F 1P0O/R10T0Mbps ast Power 1 Ethernet 2 3 4 Switch Rx/Tx Green = FDX, 5 6 Yellow = 7 ...COL 8 9 On = Link Normal/Uplink Ethernet Tx Rx Tx Rx MODEL FS518 1000M Link Figure 4-3. 9315FB Connecting to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting." 4-6 Installation For additional information, refer to the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Note: The 1000 Mbps Gigabit ...
...can be accessed, and that the LED indicators on the switch are functioning properly. Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Key 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 9 F 1P0O/R10T0Mbps ast Power 1 Ethernet 2 3 4 Switch Rx/Tx Green = FDX, 5 6 Yellow = 7 ...COL 8 9 On = Link Normal/Uplink Ethernet Tx Rx Tx Rx MODEL FS518 1000M Link Figure 4-3. 9315FB Connecting to Chapter 5, "Troubleshooting." 4-6 Installation For additional information, refer to the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Note: The 1000 Mbps Gigabit ...
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... the problem continues and you have completed all the preceding diagnoses, contact your NETGEAR point-of the switch by resetting the switch. The Gigabit fiber ports will negotiate the correct duplex mode and speed, provided the link partner supports autonegotiation. Switch Integrity If required, verify the integrity of -sale representative. If the link partner...
... the problem continues and you have completed all the preceding diagnoses, contact your NETGEAR point-of the switch by resetting the switch. The Gigabit fiber ports will negotiate the correct duplex mode and speed, provided the link partner supports autonegotiation. Switch Integrity If required, verify the integrity of -sale representative. If the link partner...
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Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet Electrical Specifications Power consumption: 45 W maximum Technical Specifications A-1 General Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility ISO/IEC 802-3i 10BASE-T ... laser interface for 1000BASE-SX Interface RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Duplex SC connector for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch.
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for 1000BASE-SX Gigabit Ethernet Electrical Specifications Power consumption: 45 W maximum Technical Specifications A-1 General Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility ISO/IEC 802-3i 10BASE-T ... laser interface for 1000BASE-SX Interface RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Duplex SC connector for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch.
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Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Safety Agency Approvals CE mark, commercial UL listed (UL 1950) CSA certified (CSA 22.2 #950) TUV licensed (EN 60 950) Performance Specifi... maximum on 100 Mbps port 1,480,000 frames/second maximum on 1000 Mbps port 10/100 buffer memory: 8 MB for 16 ports 4 MB for 2 ports Gigabit buffer memory: 2 MB Forwarding modes: Store-and-forward Network latency: Less than 80 microseconds for 64-byte frames in store-and-forward mode for 10...
Installation Guide for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch Safety Agency Approvals CE mark, commercial UL listed (UL 1950) CSA certified (CSA 22.2 #950) TUV licensed (EN 60 950) Performance Specifi... maximum on 100 Mbps port 1,480,000 frames/second maximum on 1000 Mbps port 10/100 buffer memory: 8 MB for 16 ports 4 MB for 2 ports Gigabit buffer memory: 2 MB Forwarding modes: Store-and-forward Network latency: Less than 80 microseconds for 64-byte frames in store-and-forward mode for 10...
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...64257;ed Category 5 cabling use RJ-45 plugs. it is used for the NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with Built-In LEDs Connector Pin Assignments B-1 RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector with Gigabit uplinks. Appendix B Connector Pin Assignments This appendix provides information about the RJ-...45 plug, the RJ-45 connector, and the fiber connector used to connect stations, hubs, and switches through UTP cable; RJ-45 Plug and Vista...
...64257;ed Category 5 cabling use RJ-45 plugs. it is used for the NETGEAR Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch with Built-In LEDs Connector Pin Assignments B-1 RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector with Gigabit uplinks. Appendix B Connector Pin Assignments This appendix provides information about the RJ-...45 plug, the RJ-45 connector, and the fiber connector used to connect stations, hubs, and switches through UTP cable; RJ-45 Plug and Vista...
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...ber optic cable 0.275 11 db 500 MHz/km 1295 to 1365 nm < 0.093 ps/nm2-km Gigabit Cable Guidelines Table C-3 lists the distance limitations for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch In North America, use ISO/IEC 11801 62.5/125 µm multimode optical fiber cable (IEC... 793-2 type A1b, with 1.0 db/km attenuation and 500 MHz/km bandwidth). Table C-3. Fiber Optic Cables Installation Guide for Gigabit fiber connections. Gigabit Cable Guidelines Multimode...
...ber optic cable 0.275 11 db 500 MHz/km 1295 to 1365 nm < 0.093 ps/nm2-km Gigabit Cable Guidelines Table C-3 lists the distance limitations for the Model FS518 Fast Ethernet Switch In North America, use ISO/IEC 11801 62.5/125 µm multimode optical fiber cable (IEC... 793-2 type A1b, with 1.0 db/km attenuation and 500 MHz/km bandwidth). Table C-3. Fiber Optic Cables Installation Guide for Gigabit fiber connections. Gigabit Cable Guidelines Multimode...