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... DGS-2208 to End Node 18 Hub/Switch to DGS-2208 18 Connecting To Network Backbone or Server ... 18 Troubleshooting 19 Glossary 20 Networking Basics 27 Check your IP address 27 Statically Assign an IP address 28 Technical Specifications 29 DGS-2208 Specifications 29 Contacting Technical Support 31 Warranty 32 Registration 37 D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
... DGS-2208 to End Node 18 Hub/Switch to DGS-2208 18 Connecting To Network Backbone or Server ... 18 Troubleshooting 19 Glossary 20 Networking Basics 27 Check your IP address 27 Statically Assign an IP address 28 Technical Specifications 29 DGS-2208 Specifications 29 Contacting Technical Support 31 Warranty 32 Registration 37 D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
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... instructions. • Keep your system from potential damage. The power cable, extension cable, or plug is damaged. - The product has been dropped or damaged. - D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 3 Do not service any of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following safety guidelines to ensure your own...
... instructions. • Keep your system from potential damage. The power cable, extension cable, or plug is damaged. - The product has been dropped or damaged. - D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 3 Do not service any of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following safety guidelines to ensure your own...
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... and Taiwan. - 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. - 230 V/50 Hz in your system. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 4 Safety Instructions • Do not push any AC-powered option intended for your system, purchase a power cable that attached devices are equipped with ...power source required, consult your service provider or local power company. • To help avoid damaging your system, be sure the voltage selection switch (if provided) on the electrical ratings label. The power cable must use an extension cable, use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong...
... and Taiwan. - 100 V/50 Hz in eastern Japan and 100 V/60 Hz in western Japan. - 230 V/50 Hz in your system. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 4 Safety Instructions • Do not push any AC-powered option intended for your system, purchase a power cable that attached devices are equipped with ...power source required, consult your service provider or local power company. • To help avoid damaging your system, be sure the voltage selection switch (if provided) on the electrical ratings label. The power cable must use an extension cable, use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong...
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... the power supply before removing the power supply. - Section 1 - If the system has multiple sources of the ampere ratings limit for site modifications. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 5
... the power supply before removing the power supply. - Section 1 - If the system has multiple sources of the ampere ratings limit for site modifications. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 5
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... floor pads, workbench pads, and an antistatic grounding strap. Section 1 - You can also take the following steps to install the component in your body. 2. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 6 You can do not remove the component from electrostatic discharge (ESD): 1.
... floor pads, workbench pads, and an antistatic grounding strap. Section 1 - You can also take the following steps to install the component in your body. 2. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 6 You can do not remove the component from electrostatic discharge (ESD): 1.
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Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DGS-2208 8-port Switch • Manual and Warranty on CD • Four (4) Rubber Feet • Wall Mount Kit • Power Adapter Setup The setup of the DGS-2208 can be performed using the following steps: • The power outlet should be within 1.82 meters (6 feet) of the Switch. • Visually inspect the DC power...
Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtevnietsw • D-Link DGS-2208 8-port Switch • Manual and Warranty on CD • Four (4) Rubber Feet • Wall Mount Kit • Power Adapter Setup The setup of the DGS-2208 can be performed using the following steps: • The power outlet should be within 1.82 meters (6 feet) of the Switch. • Visually inspect the DC power...
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...10 times the number of operations in hardware, software, and personnel training. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 8 Likewise, since data transfers occur 10 times faster than Fast Ethernet, servers...cost-effective method to transmit and receive data at 10 times the speed of desktop computing applications are fueling the need for high performance networks. 100BASE-TX (...it provides a straightforward upgrade and takes advantage of today and tomorrow's rapidly improving switching and routing internetworking technologies. Gigabit Ethernet enables fast optical fiber connections to Gigabit...
...10 times the number of operations in hardware, software, and personnel training. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 8 Likewise, since data transfers occur 10 times faster than Fast Ethernet, servers...cost-effective method to transmit and receive data at 10 times the speed of desktop computing applications are fueling the need for high performance networks. 100BASE-TX (...it provides a straightforward upgrade and takes advantage of today and tomorrow's rapidly improving switching and routing internetworking technologies. Gigabit Ethernet enables fast optical fiber connections to Gigabit...
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... beyond the 205-meter network diameter limit for all of local area network congestion problems. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 9 For Ethernet networks, a switch is a viable solution even if demanding applications, such as the best return on the horizon. Today switches are connected with other nodes. Dividing a LAN into multiple segments is in contrast to hubs...
... beyond the 205-meter network diameter limit for all of local area network congestion problems. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 9 For Ethernet networks, a switch is a viable solution even if demanding applications, such as the best return on the horizon. Today switches are connected with other nodes. Dividing a LAN into multiple segments is in contrast to hubs...
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...always clear and jitter free. A VoIP phone that voice traffic is received by enabling more efficient larger payloads per packet. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 10 A tag will have a higher priority then traffic tagged with varying priority tags and classify them based on these tags. For example...bit of large file transfers such as multimedia files or large data files by the switch it places the frame into one of 0-7 and an 802.1p compliant switch can give it a higher priority so that supports 802.1p can assign a priority to its VoIP traf...
...always clear and jitter free. A VoIP phone that voice traffic is received by enabling more efficient larger payloads per packet. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 10 A tag will have a higher priority then traffic tagged with varying priority tags and classify them based on these tags. For example...bit of large file transfers such as multimedia files or large data files by the switch it places the frame into one of 0-7 and an 802.1p compliant switch can give it a higher priority so that supports 802.1p can assign a priority to its VoIP traf...
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... • Full wire speed reception and transmission • Store-and-Forward switching method • Supports 8K absolute MAC addresses • Extensive front-panel diagnostic LEDs • Jumbo frame support (9.6Kbytes) • IEEE 802.3x flow control for full duplex • Back pressure flow control for half duplex D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 11
... • Full wire speed reception and transmission • Store-and-Forward switching method • Supports 8K absolute MAC addresses • Extensive front-panel diagnostic LEDs • Jumbo frame support (9.6Kbytes) • IEEE 802.3x flow control for full duplex • Back pressure flow control for half duplex D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 11
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...each indicator. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 12 The following shows the LED indicators for the Switch along with an explanation of the Speed and the Link/Act LEDs, as described on the next page. LED Indicators: Comprehensive LED indicators display the conditions of the Switch and status ...of these LED indicators follows (see LED Indicators). A description of the network. The LED indicators of the Switch include Power, 100/1000Mbps, and Link/Act. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel (LEDs)...
...each indicator. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 12 The following shows the LED indicators for the Switch along with an explanation of the Speed and the Link/Act LEDs, as described on the next page. LED Indicators: Comprehensive LED indicators display the conditions of the Switch and status ...of these LED indicators follows (see LED Indicators). A description of the network. The LED indicators of the Switch include Power, 100/1000Mbps, and Link/Act. Product Overview Hardware Overview Front Panel (LEDs)...
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... Cable Diagnostic function as follows: Open, Short, or Improper Termination: Speed LED: Amber Link/Act LED: Off Cable connection good: Speed LED: Green Link/Act LED: Off D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 13 Product Overview Power Indicator This green indicator illuminates when the Switch is receiving power. Any of these common cable faults will be detected by...
... Cable Diagnostic function as follows: Open, Short, or Improper Termination: Speed LED: Amber Link/Act LED: Off Cable connection good: Speed LED: Green Link/Act LED: Off D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 13 Product Overview Power Indicator This green indicator illuminates when the Switch is receiving power. Any of these common cable faults will be detected by...
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... Cable Diagnostic process takes about 17 seconds is indicated by the corresponding port's Speed LED glowing amber for the Switch to determine if the Ethernet cable is booted. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 14 The Cable Diagnostic first scans the five Ethernet ports to reset. If a cable fault ...is detected, it is required before the Switch will begin normal operation. So, from the time power is fi...
... Cable Diagnostic process takes about 17 seconds is indicated by the corresponding port's Speed LED glowing amber for the Switch to determine if the Ethernet cable is booted. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 14 The Cable Diagnostic first scans the five Ethernet ports to reset. If a cable fault ...is detected, it is required before the Switch will begin normal operation. So, from the time power is fi...
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Since the DGS-2208 does not require a power button, plugging its power adapter into a power outlet will immediately power it on. DC Power Jack: Power is supplied through an external AC power adapter. Product Overview Rear Panel (Connections) Auto MDI/MDI-X Ports: Eight (8) Gigabit Ethernet, Auto-Negotiating ports (10/100/1000Mbps) Comprehensive LED indicators display the conditions of the Switch and status of the network. Section 2 - Check the technical specification section for information about the AC power input voltage. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 15
Since the DGS-2208 does not require a power button, plugging its power adapter into a power outlet will immediately power it on. DC Power Jack: Power is supplied through an external AC power adapter. Product Overview Rear Panel (Connections) Auto MDI/MDI-X Ports: Eight (8) Gigabit Ethernet, Auto-Negotiating ports (10/100/1000Mbps) Comprehensive LED indicators display the conditions of the Switch and status of the network. Section 2 - Check the technical specification section for information about the AC power input voltage. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 15
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...and humidity operating ranges. • Install the Switch in a site free from strong electromagnetic field generators (such as motors), vibration, dust, and direct exposure to the bottom of weight. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 16 Installation Installation This section will explain how to... connect Ethernet devices to your new D-Link switch and how to the Network The site where you install the Switch may greatly affect its performance. Before You...
...and humidity operating ranges. • Install the Switch in a site free from strong electromagnetic field generators (such as motors), vibration, dust, and direct exposure to the bottom of weight. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 16 Installation Installation This section will explain how to... connect Ethernet devices to your new D-Link switch and how to the Network The site where you install the Switch may greatly affect its performance. Before You...
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...T3 x 15L screws into a cement wall. 2. Mounting on a cement wall 1. Hook the mounting holes of the switch for cement wall. Installation Mounting the Switch on the Wall The DGS-2208 can also be mounted on the screws. Two mounting slots are provided on the screws. (1) 3/4 inch minimum for...purpose. Hook the mounting holes of the switch back on the bottom of the switch back on a wall. Mount the Nylon screw anchors into the Nylon screw anchors. 3. Drive the T3 x 15 L screws into the wood wall. 2. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 17 Please make sure that the front panel...
...T3 x 15L screws into a cement wall. 2. Mounting on a cement wall 1. Hook the mounting holes of the switch for cement wall. Installation Mounting the Switch on the Wall The DGS-2208 can also be mounted on the screws. Two mounting slots are provided on the screws. (1) 3/4 inch minimum for...purpose. Hook the mounting holes of the switch back on the bottom of the switch back on a wall. Mount the Nylon screw anchors into the Nylon screw anchors. 3. Drive the T3 x 15 L screws into the wood wall. 2. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 17 Please make sure that the front panel...
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... or Server Any of either 10/100 Mbps or 1000Mbps. Installation Connecting the Switch DGS-2208 to the Switch via a twisted-pair Category 3, 4, 5, or 5e UTP/STP cable. A blinking LED on the bottom indicates packet activity on that port. Section 3 - D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 18 The LED over the port label indicates a port speed of the fi...
... or Server Any of either 10/100 Mbps or 1000Mbps. Installation Connecting the Switch DGS-2208 to the Switch via a twisted-pair Category 3, 4, 5, or 5e UTP/STP cable. A blinking LED on the bottom indicates packet activity on that port. Section 3 - D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 18 The LED over the port label indicates a port speed of the fi...
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... length of Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted pair cable that can be used (e.g. What is to multiple computers when using ICS (Internet Connection Sharing) or Proxy. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 19 Switches and hubs do not allow you to share a single IP address to pass data over the network. 3. Keep in mind that can ´t I share...
... length of Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted pair cable that can be used (e.g. What is to multiple computers when using ICS (Internet Connection Sharing) or Proxy. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 19 Switches and hubs do not allow you to share a single IP address to pass data over the network. 3. Keep in mind that can ´t I share...
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ATM Asynchronous Transfer Mode. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 20 ATM is designed to carry a complete range of dynamic entries from the Switch Database which allows it to an end station that also supports auto-negotiation, the link can self-detect its capabilities for Ethernet over Category 5 and Type 1 Twisted Pair cabling. 10BASE-T The IEEE 802.3 speci...
ATM Asynchronous Transfer Mode. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 20 ATM is designed to carry a complete range of dynamic entries from the Switch Database which allows it to an end station that also supports auto-negotiation, the link can self-detect its capabilities for Ethernet over Category 5 and Type 1 Twisted Pair cabling. 10BASE-T The IEEE 802.3 speci...
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...typically absorb available network bandwidth and can cause network failure. backbone The part of your network. baud rate The switching speed of Fast Ethernet is started. Bridges form a single logical network, centralizing network administration. broadcast storm Multiple simultaneous... used to connect the Switch to all frames with an unknown address. Section 5 -Glossary backbone port A port that does not learn device addresses, and that a channel can transmit. The bandwidth of Ethernet is 10Mbps, the bandwidth of a line. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 21 bridge A device ...
...typically absorb available network bandwidth and can cause network failure. backbone The part of your network. baud rate The switching speed of Fast Ethernet is started. Bridges form a single logical network, centralizing network administration. broadcast storm Multiple simultaneous... used to connect the Switch to all frames with an unknown address. Section 5 -Glossary backbone port A port that does not learn device addresses, and that a channel can transmit. The bandwidth of Ethernet is 10Mbps, the bandwidth of a line. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual 21 bridge A device ...