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TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT THIS GUIDE 1 PURPOSE 1 INTRODUCTION 2 FAST ETHERNET TECHNOLOGY 2 SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY 2 FEATURES 4 UNPACKING AND SETUP 6 UNPACKING 6 SETUP 6 IDENTIFYING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 7 FRONT PANEL 7 LED INDICATORS 7 REAR PANEL 8 CONNECTING THE SWITCH 9 COMPUTER TO DSS-8 9 HUB TO DSS-8 9 DSS-8+ TO OTHER DEVICES 9 PORT SPEED & DUPLEX MODE 10 MOUNTING THE SWITCH ON A WALL 11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 12 RJ-45 PIN SPECIFICATION 14 WARRANTY 15 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 20 ii
TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT THIS GUIDE 1 PURPOSE 1 INTRODUCTION 2 FAST ETHERNET TECHNOLOGY 2 SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY 2 FEATURES 4 UNPACKING AND SETUP 6 UNPACKING 6 SETUP 6 IDENTIFYING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 7 FRONT PANEL 7 LED INDICATORS 7 REAR PANEL 8 CONNECTING THE SWITCH 9 COMPUTER TO DSS-8 9 HUB TO DSS-8 9 DSS-8+ TO OTHER DEVICES 9 PORT SPEED & DUPLEX MODE 10 MOUNTING THE SWITCH ON A WALL 11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 12 RJ-45 PIN SPECIFICATION 14 WARRANTY 15 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 20 ii
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Conventions For simplicity, this documentation uses the term "Switch" (first letter upper case) to refer to the DSS-8+ Ethernet Switch, and "switch" (first letter lower case) to refer to -use solution. ABOUT THIS GUIDE Congratulations on your purchase of the DSS-8+ Switch. Purpose This manual will familiarize you with the DSS-8+ Switch and guide you through the installation process. This device integrates 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and 10Mbps Ethernet network capabilities into one high-performance, easy-to other Ethernet switches. 1
Conventions For simplicity, this documentation uses the term "Switch" (first letter upper case) to refer to the DSS-8+ Ethernet Switch, and "switch" (first letter lower case) to refer to -use solution. ABOUT THIS GUIDE Congratulations on your purchase of the DSS-8+ Switch. Purpose This manual will familiarize you with the DSS-8+ Switch and guide you through the installation process. This device integrates 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and 10Mbps Ethernet network capabilities into one high-performance, easy-to other Ethernet switches. 1
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..., slow response times, and high rates of collision, installing a switch to transmit and receive data at 10 times the speed of traditional Ethernet, offering maximum performance and enhanced capability for users. Switching Technology Switching is an extension of the 10Mbps Ethernet standard with all of the existing network's cabling and workstation interface card infrastructure, while still greatly enhancing the throughput for existing Ethernet-based networks. 100Mbps Fast Ethernet is...
..., slow response times, and high rates of collision, installing a switch to transmit and receive data at 10 times the speed of traditional Ethernet, offering maximum performance and enhanced capability for users. Switching Technology Switching is an extension of the 10Mbps Ethernet standard with all of the existing network's cabling and workstation interface card infrastructure, while still greatly enhancing the throughput for existing Ethernet-based networks. 100Mbps Fast Ethernet is...
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... of local area network congestion problems. 3 Routers have also been used to hubs, which were characterized by dividing a local area network into multiple segments is one of the most kinds of traffic congestion. This is an effective way of eliminating the problem of a router, the setup and maintenance required, make routers relatively impractical. For Ethernet networks, a switch is in contrast to split parts of that segment...
... of local area network congestion problems. 3 Routers have also been used to hubs, which were characterized by dividing a local area network into multiple segments is one of the most kinds of traffic congestion. This is an effective way of eliminating the problem of a router, the setup and maintenance required, make routers relatively impractical. For Ethernet networks, a switch is in contrast to split parts of that segment...
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... result of its small, compact size, was specifically designed for simultaneous access to open a Full-Duplex Fast Ethernet pipe. The DSS-8+ is scalable, allowing two or more DSS-8+s to be used to cascade to an additional switch to the server. Since all ports support 200Mbps, any port can provide workstations with multiple high-speed servers for a department or office planning to upgrade to Fast Ethernet. The DSS-8+ combines dynamic memory allocation...
... result of its small, compact size, was specifically designed for simultaneous access to open a Full-Duplex Fast Ethernet pipe. The DSS-8+ is scalable, allowing two or more DSS-8+s to be used to cascade to an additional switch to the server. Since all ports support 200Mbps, any port can provide workstations with multiple high-speed servers for a department or office planning to upgrade to Fast Ethernet. The DSS-8+ combines dynamic memory allocation...
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Auto MDI/MDI-X cable-type detection gives you are using the right cable type or not. Flow control for any port. This minimizes dropped packets by sending out collision signals when the port's receiving buffer is only available in half duplex mode. No more worries about whether you true 'plug and play' capability. Nway Auto-negotiation for any port. Data filtering rate eliminates all error packets, runts, etc., per port, allowing...
Auto MDI/MDI-X cable-type detection gives you are using the right cable type or not. Flow control for any port. This minimizes dropped packets by sending out collision signals when the port's receiving buffer is only available in half duplex mode. No more worries about whether you true 'plug and play' capability. Nway Auto-negotiation for any port. Data filtering rate eliminates all error packets, runts, etc., per port, allowing...
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One DSS-8+ 8-port 10/100Mbps Ethernet Switch 2. This Manual If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for a replacement. Visually inspect the DC power jack and make sure there is adequate ventilation around it. Four Rubber Feet 4. One External Power Adapter 3. Do not cover the ventilation holes on the switch. 6 Setup The setup of the DSS-8+ can be performed using the...
One DSS-8+ 8-port 10/100Mbps Ethernet Switch 2. This Manual If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for a replacement. Visually inspect the DC power jack and make sure there is adequate ventilation around it. Four Rubber Feet 4. One External Power Adapter 3. Do not cover the ventilation holes on the switch. 6 Setup The setup of the DSS-8+ can be performed using the...
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... network device. The green indicator blinks as collisions occur on when the DSS-8+ is receiving power; IDENTIFYING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS Front Panel The figure below shows the front panel of the Switch. 100Mbps Link/Activity, 10Mbps Link/Activity Indicator (100 Link/Act (green), 10 Link/Act (amber)) This LED indicator light is green when the port is connected to a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet station. otherwise, it blinks as Fast Ethernet data is off. Front Panel LED...
... network device. The green indicator blinks as collisions occur on when the DSS-8+ is receiving power; IDENTIFYING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS Front Panel The figure below shows the front panel of the Switch. 100Mbps Link/Activity, 10Mbps Link/Activity Indicator (100 Link/Act (green), 10 Link/Act (amber)) This LED indicator light is green when the port is connected to a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet station. otherwise, it blinks as Fast Ethernet data is off. Front Panel LED...
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... makes it on. 8 Since the DSS-8+ does not include a power button, plugging its power adapter into a power outlet will immediately power it simple to connect to the Switch using either a Crossover or Straight-Through CAT5 cable into any port-the choice is supplied through an external DC power adapter. Rear Panel DSS-8+ 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Auto MDI/MDI-X Ports: All ports support automatic MDI/MDI-X cable-type detection, which eliminates the issue of...
... makes it on. 8 Since the DSS-8+ does not include a power button, plugging its power adapter into a power outlet will immediately power it simple to connect to the Switch using either a Crossover or Straight-Through CAT5 cable into any port-the choice is supplied through an external DC power adapter. Rear Panel DSS-8+ 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Auto MDI/MDI-X Ports: All ports support automatic MDI/MDI-X cable-type detection, which eliminates the issue of...
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... cable. Hub to DSS-8+ A hub (10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX) can be connected to another switch or other devices (routers, bridges, etc.) via a two-pair Category 3, 4, 5 UTP/STP Straight-Through or Crossover cable. DSS-8+ to other devices The DSS-8+ can be connected to any port of the computer's Ethernet card. A computer equipped with a RJ-45 10/100Mbps port can be used for the computer connection depend on another switch...
... cable. Hub to DSS-8+ A hub (10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX) can be connected to another switch or other devices (routers, bridges, etc.) via a two-pair Category 3, 4, 5 UTP/STP Straight-Through or Crossover cable. DSS-8+ to other devices The DSS-8+ can be connected to any port of the computer's Ethernet card. A computer equipped with a RJ-45 10/100Mbps port can be used for the computer connection depend on another switch...
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Port Speed & Duplex Mode After plugging the selected cable to a specific port, the system uses auto-negotiation to select the speed and half-duplex mode is selected. 10 If the attached device does not support auto-negotiation or has auto-negotiation disabled, an auto-sensing process is initiated to determine the transmission mode, autodetecting the network speed (10Mbps or 100Mbps) for any new twisted-pair connection.
Port Speed & Duplex Mode After plugging the selected cable to a specific port, the system uses auto-negotiation to select the speed and half-duplex mode is selected. 10 If the attached device does not support auto-negotiation or has auto-negotiation disabled, an auto-sensing process is initiated to determine the transmission mode, autodetecting the network speed (10Mbps or 100Mbps) for any new twisted-pair connection.
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... exposed in order to the illustration below: A.) Mounting on the screws; Please refer to view the LEDs. you have completed the wall-mount. Drive the T3 x 15 L screws into the Nylon screw anchors. 3. Two mounting slots are provided on a wall. Hook the mounting holes of the switch back on a cement wall 1. B.) Mounting on the screws; Drive the T3 x 15L...
... exposed in order to the illustration below: A.) Mounting on the screws; Please refer to view the LEDs. you have completed the wall-mount. Drive the T3 x 15 L screws into the Nylon screw anchors. 3. Two mounting slots are provided on a wall. Hook the mounting holes of the switch back on a cement wall 1. B.) Mounting on the screws; Drive the T3 x 15L...
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RJ-45 PIN SPECIFICATION The following diagram and tables show the standard RJ-45 receptacle/connector and their pin assignments. RJ-45 Connector pin assignment Contact Media Direct Interface Signal 1 Tx + (transmit) 2 Tx - (transmit) 3 Rx + (receive) 4 Not used 5 Not used 6 Rx - (receive) 7 Not used 8 Not used RJ-45 pin assignment Standard RJ-45 receptacle/connector 14
RJ-45 PIN SPECIFICATION The following diagram and tables show the standard RJ-45 receptacle/connector and their pin assignments. RJ-45 Connector pin assignment Contact Media Direct Interface Signal 1 Tx + (transmit) 2 Tx - (transmit) 3 Rx + (receive) 4 Not used 5 Not used 6 Rx - (receive) 7 Not used 8 Not used RJ-45 pin assignment Standard RJ-45 receptacle/connector 14
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... new or have an identical make, model or part. Repaired or replacement Hardware will substantially conform to D-Link's then current functional specifications for the Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety (90) days ("Warranty Period"), provided that the Software is properly installed on which the purchase price is...
... new or have an identical make, model or part. Repaired or replacement Hardware will substantially conform to D-Link's then current functional specifications for the Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety (90) days ("Warranty Period"), provided that the Software is properly installed on which the purchase price is...
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...purchase. D-Link will only replace the defective portion of the package. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that it will either be warranted for hardware and software of D-Link. What Is Not Covered: This limited warranty provided by D-Link; Non-...any manuals or accessories in transit, and the RMA number must be refunded by D-Link does not cover: Products, if in D-Link's judgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in...
...purchase. D-Link will only replace the defective portion of the package. D-Link will not be held responsible for any packages that it will either be warranted for hardware and software of D-Link. What Is Not Covered: This limited warranty provided by D-Link; Non-...any manuals or accessories in transit, and the RMA number must be refunded by D-Link does not cover: Products, if in D-Link's judgment, have been subjected to abuse, accident, alteration, modification, tampering, negligence, misuse, faulty installation, lack of reasonable care, repair or service in...
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... OF D-LINK UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. This limited warranty provides specific legal rights and the product owner may not apply. Initial installation, installation and removal of their...power surge, and cosmetic damage; Repair by anyone other than DLink or an Authorized D-Link Service Office will void this Warranty. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT. Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services...
... OF D-LINK UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. This limited warranty provides specific legal rights and the product owner may not apply. Initial installation, installation and removal of their...power surge, and cosmetic damage; Repair by anyone other than DLink or an Authorized D-Link Service Office will void this Warranty. THE SOLE REMEDY FOR A BREACH OF THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS REPAIR, REPLACEMENT OR REFUND OF THE DEFECTIVE OR NONCONFORMING PRODUCT. Any hardware, software, firmware or other products or services...
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.../D-Link Systems, Inc., as translation, transformation, or adaptation without prior notice. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is connected. CE Mark Warning: This is no guarantee that to radio communication. If this Product may be required to make any means or used in a particular installation. Contents are designed to part 15 of this publication or documentation...
.../D-Link Systems, Inc., as translation, transformation, or adaptation without prior notice. Connect the equipment into an outlet on , the user is connected. CE Mark Warning: This is no guarantee that to radio communication. If this Product may be required to make any means or used in a particular installation. Contents are designed to part 15 of this publication or documentation...
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REGISTRATION Register your product on-line at: http://support.dlink.com/register Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. 19
REGISTRATION Register your product on-line at: http://support.dlink.com/register Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. 19
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D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.com email:support@dlink.com Tech Support for customers within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on the D-Link website. and Canadian customers can find software updates and user documentation on this product. U.S. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States: D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.ca email:support@dlink.ca P/N:1907DS1008...
D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.com email:support@dlink.com Tech Support for customers within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on the D-Link website. and Canadian customers can find software updates and user documentation on this product. U.S. D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States: D-Link Technical Support over the Internet: http://support.dlink.ca email:support@dlink.ca P/N:1907DS1008...