Netgear FS518T User Manual

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introduction 1-2This improvement is accomplished very easily, with no change to the desktop (the network interface cards or software and the netw

introduction 1-3Model FS518T Switch OverviewThe NETGEAR Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit uplinks is anauto-sensing 10/100 Mbps swit

introduction 1-4mode. Gigabit ports will advertise their speed and full-duplex operation, and negotiate flow control with the connected device at

introduction 1-5• Minimum latency of packet transmission (leading edge to leading edge) less than80 µs• Easy Plug and Play installation with no s

CHAPTER 2: PHYSICAL DESCRIPTIONThis chapter describes the hardware features of the NETGEAR Model FS518T FastEthernet Switch.Front PanelFor easier mana

physical description 2-2As Figure 2-1 shows,the Model FS518T switch is equipped with 16 auto-sensing10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet UTP ports.The netwo

physical description 2-31000BASE-T UTP PortsThe Model FS518T switch has two 1000BASE-T UTP ports.These ports can operate at 1000 Mbps full-duplex

physical description 2-4LEDsThe LEDs on the front panel of the switch and two vista LEDs on each RJ-45 connector allow you to identify the follow

physical description 2-5Table 2- 1 describes each LED on the front panel of the Model FS518T switch.Table 2-1. LED DescriptionsColor Activity Des

physical description 2-6Rear PanelAs illustrated in Figure 2-4,the rear panel of the Model FS518T switch has a cooling fan and a standard AC powe

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applications 3-1CHAPTER 3: APPLICATIONSThis chapter presents an overview of the levels of service provided by incorporatingthe technology of the

applications 3-2Desktop SwitchingFigure 3-1 illustrates the Model FS518T switch,used as a desktop switch to build asmall network that enables use

applications 3-3Segment SwitchingThe Model FS518T switch can segment a network into multiple connected pieces,increasing overall bandwidth and th

installation 4-1CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATIONThis chapter describes the installation procedures for the Model FS518T FastEthernet Switch.Preparing the

installation 4-2Call your reseller or customer support in your area if there are any wrong,missing,or damaged parts.Refer to the enclosed Custome

installation 4-3Installing the Switch in a RackTo mount the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack,you need these tools andmaterials:• Two m

installation 4-44. Hold the switch with the mounting holes in the brackets aligned with the holes in the rack.Figure 4-1. Attaching Mounting Brac

installation 4-5Connecting Devices to the SwitchTo connect devices to the switch:1. Connect the devices to the 10/100 Mbps ports on the switch,us

installation 4-6Figure 4-2. Connecting to the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet SwitchNote:The 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet port always operates at full-d

CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTINGThis chapter provides information about troubleshooting the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch.Table 5-1 lists symptoms, caus

iiiBestätigung des Herstellers/ImporteursEs wird hiermit bestätigt,daß das Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg243/1991 und V

troubleshooting 5-2Network Adapter CardsMake sure the network adapter cards installed in the PCs are in working conditionand the software driver

technical specifications A-1APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSThis appendix provides technical specifications for the Model FS518T Fast Etherne

technical specifications A-2Environmental SpecificationsOperating temperature: 0 to 40°CStorage temperature: -32 to 104°COperating humidity: 90%

technical specifications A-3Safety Agency ApprovalsCE mark,commercialUL listed (UL 1950)CSA certified (CSA 22.2 #950)TUV licensed (EN 60 950)Perf

connector pin assignments B-1APPENDIX B: CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTSThis appendix provides information about the RJ-45 plug and the RJ-45 connector

connector pin assignments B-2Table B-1 lists the pin assignments for the 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 plug and the vistaRJ-45 connector.Table B-1. 10/100 Mb

APPENDIX C: CABLING GUIDELINESThis appendix provides specifications for cables used with the Model FS518T FastEthernet Switch.Fast Ethernet Cable Guid

cabling guidelines C-2Category 5 CableCategory 5 distributed cable that meets ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A building wiring standards can be a maximum of 32

cabling guidelines C-3736EATxRx1236TxRx1236A B737EAB B12361236TxRxTxRxTwisted Pair CablesFor two devices to communicate,the transmitter of each d

cabling guidelines C-4Patch Panels and CablesIf you are using patch panels,make sure that they meet the 100BASE-TX require-ments.NETGEAR recommen

ivCustomer SupportFor assistance with installing and configuring your NETGEAR system or with questions or problems following installation:• Check the

cabling guidelines C-5Using 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet over Category 5 CableOverviewWhen using the new 1000BASE-T standard, the limitations of c

cabling guidelines C-6Return LossReturn loss measures the amount of reflected signal energy resulting from impedancechanges in the cabling link.T

cabling guidelines C-7Patch CablesWhen installing your equipment, replace old patch panel cables that do not meetCategory 5e specifications.As po

index I-1Numbers10/100 Mbps ports,2-1100 Mbps LEDs,2-51000BASE-T, 1-3, 1-5, 2-3, C-5, C-6Aapplicationsdesktop switching,3-2segment switching,3-3a

index I-2Rrear panel,2-6return loss,C-6RJ-45 connector. See vista RJ-45 connectorRJ-45 plug,using for patch cables,C-4Ssegment switching,1-2,3-3s

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contents vCONTENTSCHAPTER 1 IntroductionBenefits of Using Switching Technology 1-1Types of Ethernet Switches 1-2Model FS518T Switch Overview 1-

contents viCHAPTER 5 TroubleshootingNetwork Adapter Cards 5-2Configuration 5-2Switch Integrity 5-2Auto Negotiation 5-2APPENDIX A Technical Spe

figures viiFIGURESFigure 2-1. Front Panel of the Model FS518T Switch 2-1Figure 2-2. Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-in LEDs 2-2Figure 2-3. 100

tables viiiTABLESTable 2-1. LED Descriptions 2-5Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Information 5-1Table B-1. 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Conne

introduction 1-1CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR Model FS518T Fast EthernetSwitch.This switch provides you