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...their respective holders. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. Trademarks NETGEAR™ is hereby certified that the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch has been suppressed in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. Certifi...in accordance with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to take appropriate measures. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch is shielded against harmful interference when the equipment is subject to certain restrictions. These limits are ...
...their respective holders. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. Trademarks NETGEAR™ is hereby certified that the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch has been suppressed in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. Certifi...in accordance with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to take appropriate measures. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch is shielded against harmful interference when the equipment is subject to certain restrictions. These limits are ...
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...radio disturbance may be required to take corrective actions. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch) does not exceed the Class A limits for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is a Class A product ... sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications Cet appareil numérique (Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch) respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Rè...
...radio disturbance may be required to take corrective actions. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch) does not exceed the Class A limits for Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is a Class A product ... sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications Cet appareil numérique (Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch) respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Rè...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Benefits of Using Switching Technology 1-1 Types of Ethernet Switches 1-2 Model FS516 Switch Overview 1-2 Features ...1-3 Chapter 2 Physical Description Front Panel ...2-1 Fast Ethernet Ports 2-2 Normal/Uplink Push Button 2-2 LEDs ...2-3 Rear Panel ...2-4 FDX/AUTO Duplex Toggle Switches 2-4 Chapter 3 Applications Desktop Switching ...3-2 Segment Switching ...3-3 Extending a Network ...3-4 Bridging from 10BASE-T to 100BASE-TX Networks 3-5 High-Bandwidth File Servers 3-6 Contents v
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction Benefits of Using Switching Technology 1-1 Types of Ethernet Switches 1-2 Model FS516 Switch Overview 1-2 Features ...1-3 Chapter 2 Physical Description Front Panel ...2-1 Fast Ethernet Ports 2-2 Normal/Uplink Push Button 2-2 LEDs ...2-3 Rear Panel ...2-4 FDX/AUTO Duplex Toggle Switches 2-4 Chapter 3 Applications Desktop Switching ...3-2 Segment Switching ...3-3 Extending a Network ...3-4 Bridging from 10BASE-T to 100BASE-TX Networks 3-5 High-Bandwidth File Servers 3-6 Contents v
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Chapter 4 Installation Site Preparation ...4-1 Package Contents ...4-1 Installing a Switch ...4-2 Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface 4-2 Installing the Switch in a Rack 4-3 Connecting Devices to the Switch 4-4 Verifying Installation ...4-5 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Network Adapter Cards 5-2 Configuration ...5-2 Switch Integrity ...5-2 Appendix A Technical Specifications General Specifications A-1 Appendix B Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45...
Chapter 4 Installation Site Preparation ...4-1 Package Contents ...4-1 Installing a Switch ...4-2 Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface 4-2 Installing the Switch in a Rack 4-3 Connecting Devices to the Switch 4-4 Verifying Installation ...4-5 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Network Adapter Cards 5-2 Configuration ...5-2 Switch Integrity ...5-2 Appendix A Technical Specifications General Specifications A-1 Appendix B Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45...
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... Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-In LEDs 2-2 Rear Panel of the Model FS516 Switch 2-4 Using the Model FS516 Switch for Desktop Switching 3-2 Model FS516 Switch Used as a Segment Switch 3-3 Using the Model FS516 Switch for Network Extension 3-4 Bridging 10 Mbps Networks to 100 Mbps Networks 3-5 High-Bandwidth... File Server Connection 3-6 Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Model FS516 Switch 4-3 RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-In LEDs B-1 Straight-Through Twisted Pair Cable C-3 Crossover Twisted Pair ...
... Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-In LEDs 2-2 Rear Panel of the Model FS516 Switch 2-4 Using the Model FS516 Switch for Desktop Switching 3-2 Model FS516 Switch Used as a Segment Switch 3-3 Using the Model FS516 Switch for Network Extension 3-4 Bridging 10 Mbps Networks to 100 Mbps Networks 3-5 High-Bandwidth... File Server Connection 3-6 Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Model FS516 Switch 4-3 RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-In LEDs B-1 Straight-Through Twisted Pair Cable C-3 Crossover Twisted Pair ...
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...-cost, high-performance network solution and is designed to each user on your purchase of the NETGEAR™ Model FS516 16-Port Fast Ethernet Switch. Introduction 1-1 With this information, switches forward cross-segment traffic only to install and use of applications such as 10/10... Mbps, which segment. Based on shared network technology. Benefits of Using Switching Technology A majority of installed networks today are spread out over the network. Chapter 1 Introduction Congratulations on a 10 Mbps network is ...
...-cost, high-performance network solution and is designed to each user on your purchase of the NETGEAR™ Model FS516 16-Port Fast Ethernet Switch. Introduction 1-1 With this information, switches forward cross-segment traffic only to install and use of applications such as 10/10... Mbps, which segment. Based on shared network technology. Benefits of Using Switching Technology A majority of installed networks today are spread out over the network. Chapter 1 Introduction Congratulations on a 10 Mbps network is ...
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... network or the PC, and the ports can automatically negotiate with each port and are relatively inexpensive compared to a segment switch. It is generally used as a segment switch, even though it enables are obtained very quickly and at either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps. As the name suggests,...to the desktop (the network interface cards or software and the network wiring). A manual override duplex toggle switch is an autosensing 10/100 Mbps switch. Model FS516 Switch Overview The Model FS516 switch is also provided to force any particular port to support one or a few PCs per port, have ...
... network or the PC, and the ports can automatically negotiate with each port and are relatively inexpensive compared to a segment switch. It is generally used as a segment switch, even though it enables are obtained very quickly and at either 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps. As the name suggests,...to the desktop (the network interface cards or software and the network wiring). A manual override duplex toggle switch is an autosensing 10/100 Mbps switch. Model FS516 Switch Overview The Model FS516 switch is also provided to force any particular port to support one or a few PCs per port, have ...
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...connection and replace the connection with a 100 Mbps connection with little or no change to the rest of the device. With one Model FS516 switch, the reach extends to 600 meters. For an illustration of the network. The default is operating at full-duplex mode. • Wire-speed...traffic cop" function by letting individual ports transmit and receive concurrently when the other end also supports full-duplex mode. The duplex toggle switch can be effectively used to join multiple 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet segments and to extend the reach of using simple Category 5 unshielded twisted pair...
...connection and replace the connection with a 100 Mbps connection with little or no change to the rest of the device. With one Model FS516 switch, the reach extends to 600 meters. For an illustration of the network. The default is operating at full-duplex mode. • Wire-speed...traffic cop" function by letting individual ports transmit and receive concurrently when the other end also supports full-duplex mode. The duplex toggle switch can be effectively used to join multiple 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet segments and to extend the reach of using simple Category 5 unshielded twisted pair...
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... which saves time and minimizes the potential for configuration errors • Normal/Uplink push button to simplify network extension The switch can be connected to a hub using a simple, straight-through cable. • Protocol independence and compatibility with all common protocols such... • Microprocessor-based design to monitor network utilization, collisions, and link status • A comprehensive LED indicator panel for monitoring switching condition and individual port status • Conformity to the IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX standard • Conformity to the ISO/IEC 8802...
... which saves time and minimizes the potential for configuration errors • Normal/Uplink push button to simplify network extension The switch can be connected to a hub using a simple, straight-through cable. • Protocol independence and compatibility with all common protocols such... • Microprocessor-based design to monitor network utilization, collisions, and link status • A comprehensive LED indicator panel for monitoring switching condition and individual port status • Conformity to the IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX standard • Conformity to the ISO/IEC 8802...
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Chapter 2 Physical Description This chapter describes the hardware features of the switch, as illustrated in Figure 2-1. 3 1 2 16PORT 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 1 100 10 9 On=Link, Blinking=Receive 100 10 MODEL FS516 8 On=Link, Blinking=Receive Normal/Uplink 16 4 6 7 5 ... on each port 7 = Normal/Uplink push button to configure port 16 Figure 2-1. Front Panel For easier management and control of the Model FS516 switch, familiarize yourself with Link and FDX LEDs on the front panel of the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet...
Chapter 2 Physical Description This chapter describes the hardware features of the switch, as illustrated in Figure 2-1. 3 1 2 16PORT 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 1 100 10 9 On=Link, Blinking=Receive 100 10 MODEL FS516 8 On=Link, Blinking=Receive Normal/Uplink 16 4 6 7 5 ... on each port 7 = Normal/Uplink push button to configure port 16 Figure 2-1. Front Panel For easier management and control of the Model FS516 switch, familiarize yourself with Link and FDX LEDs on the front panel of the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet...
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...Built-In LEDs Normal/Uplink Push Button The Normal/Uplink push button on the Model FS516 switch. Installation Guide for normal wiring to connect to a PC when the push button is in...operating in Figure 2-2. The network access speed for uplink wiring to connect to another switch or to the port is valid and that have built-in LEDs, as illustrated in full-duplex mode. ...Each of the switch, as described in Figure 2-1, allows you to Appendix B, "Connector Pin Assignments." 1 2 735EA Key: 1 = Link LED 2...
...Built-In LEDs Normal/Uplink Push Button The Normal/Uplink push button on the Model FS516 switch. Installation Guide for normal wiring to connect to a PC when the push button is in...operating in Figure 2-2. The network access speed for uplink wiring to connect to another switch or to the port is valid and that have built-in LEDs, as illustrated in full-duplex mode. ...Each of the switch, as described in Figure 2-1, allows you to Appendix B, "Connector Pin Assignments." 1 2 735EA Key: 1 = Link LED 2...
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... is established on the port. The port is supplied to identify the following information: • Status of the switch power supply • For each LED on the front panel of the switch. A valid link is disconnected. Physical Description 2-3 Data transmission or receive activity - The blinking action corresponds to...the number of collisions. Installation Guide for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch LEDs The LEDs on the front panel of the switch and two vista LEDs on each RJ-45 connector allow you to the switch. LED Descriptions Label Power ACT/COL Color Green Green Yellow 100 ...
... is established on the port. The port is supplied to identify the following information: • Status of the switch power supply • For each LED on the front panel of the switch. A valid link is disconnected. Physical Description 2-3 Data transmission or receive activity - The blinking action corresponds to...the number of collisions. Installation Guide for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch LEDs The LEDs on the front panel of the switch and two vista LEDs on each RJ-45 connector allow you to the switch. LED Descriptions Label Power ACT/COL Color Green Green Yellow 100 ...
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... repeaters and hubs use a common collision domain for all communications and cannot communicate in full-duplex mode, the associated 10 Mbps port on the switch should be set to auto-duplex operation when connecting to either full- or half-duplex mode, depending on the 10/100 Mbps port enables the... port to determine duplex mode automatically. Setting the toggle switch to AUTO on the operating mode of the remote port. If the remote port cannot provide the proper signal to indicate its own capability, ...
... repeaters and hubs use a common collision domain for all communications and cannot communicate in full-duplex mode, the associated 10 Mbps port on the switch should be set to auto-duplex operation when connecting to either full- or half-duplex mode, depending on the 10/100 Mbps port enables the... port to determine duplex mode automatically. Setting the toggle switch to AUTO on the operating mode of the remote port. If the remote port cannot provide the proper signal to indicate its own capability, ...
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...types. The configuration examples in this chapter illustrate the integration of the switches in network environments of the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch into your network connections. Applications 3-1 Each switch can be used as a standalone device or can be used with multiple users or... workgroups and other interconnection devices in configuring your network. The Model FS516 switch is designed to a printer or a segmented network with 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps hubs or other networking devices. These examples include a...
...types. The configuration examples in this chapter illustrate the integration of the switches in network environments of the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch into your network connections. Applications 3-1 Each switch can be used as a standalone device or can be used with multiple users or... workgroups and other interconnection devices in configuring your network. The Model FS516 switch is designed to a printer or a segmented network with 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps hubs or other networking devices. These examples include a...
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...to have 100 Mbps access to a file server. 1 2 4 3 8237FA Key: 1 = Server with 100 Mbps connection 2 = Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to Normal position) 3 = PCs with 100 Mbps Ethernet adapter cards installed 4 = PC with 10 Mbps connection Figure 3-1. Installation Guide for... Desktop Switching Note: If a full-duplex adapter card is installed in the server or PC, a 200 Mbps connection is possible on the port where the...
...to have 100 Mbps access to a file server. 1 2 4 3 8237FA Key: 1 = Server with 100 Mbps connection 2 = Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to Normal position) 3 = PCs with 100 Mbps Ethernet adapter cards installed 4 = PC with 10 Mbps connection Figure 3-1. Installation Guide for... Desktop Switching Note: If a full-duplex adapter card is installed in the server or PC, a 200 Mbps connection is possible on the port where the...
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... multiple connected pieces, increasing overall bandwidth and throughput. Figure 3-2 illustrates the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch segmenting networks that are built with the NETGEAR Model FE508 and Model FE516 Fast Ethernet Hubs. 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 6 8238FA Key: 1 = Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to Normal position) 2 = 100 Mbps connection 3 = Model FE508 Fast...
... multiple connected pieces, increasing overall bandwidth and throughput. Figure 3-2 illustrates the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch segmenting networks that are built with the NETGEAR Model FE508 and Model FE516 Fast Ethernet Hubs. 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 6 8238FA Key: 1 = Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to Normal position) 2 = 100 Mbps connection 3 = Model FE508 Fast...
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...fications limit the length of cable between hubs, the network is expanded by 200 Mbps with the addition of each switch. Figure 3-3 illustrates a network of 200 meters. Using the Model FS516 Switch for a total diameter of NETGEAR Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hubs integrated with 100 Mbps connection Figure 3-3. By adding Fast Ethernet...
...fications limit the length of cable between hubs, the network is expanded by 200 Mbps with the addition of each switch. Figure 3-3 illustrates a network of 200 meters. Using the Model FS516 Switch for a total diameter of NETGEAR Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hubs integrated with 100 Mbps connection Figure 3-3. By adding Fast Ethernet...
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Installation Guide for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch Bridging from 10BASE-T to 100BASE-TX Networks The Model FS516 switch can be upgraded to 100 Mbps while remaining connected to the rest of the network. Users requiring increased...connection Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 illustrates the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch integrated with the NETGEAR Model EN516 Ethernet Hub and the NETGEAR Model FE516 Fast Ethernet Hub. 1 8PORT Fiber 10/100Mbps Switch 4 2 MODEL FS562 3 5 8 6 7 8239FA Key: 1 = Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch (Both Normal/Uplink push buttons set to Normal position) ...
Installation Guide for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch Bridging from 10BASE-T to 100BASE-TX Networks The Model FS516 switch can be upgraded to 100 Mbps while remaining connected to the rest of the network. Users requiring increased...connection Figure 3-4. Figure 3-4 illustrates the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch integrated with the NETGEAR Model EN516 Ethernet Hub and the NETGEAR Model FE516 Fast Ethernet Hub. 1 8PORT Fiber 10/100Mbps Switch 4 2 MODEL FS562 3 5 8 6 7 8239FA Key: 1 = Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch (Both Normal/Uplink push buttons set to Normal position) ...
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...position) 5 = PCs with 100 Mbps connection Figure 3-5. Installation Guide for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch High-Bandwidth File Servers The Model FS516 switch increases bandwidth for workgroups and strengthens network throughput when accessing high-volume file servers. Figure 3-5 ...illustrates the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch integrated with full-duplex 100 Mbps connection (200 Mbps) 3 = 100 Mbps connection 4 = Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hub (Normal/Uplink push button set to Normal position) 2 = Server with two NETGEAR Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hubs.
...position) 5 = PCs with 100 Mbps connection Figure 3-5. Installation Guide for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch High-Bandwidth File Servers The Model FS516 switch increases bandwidth for workgroups and strengthens network throughput when accessing high-volume file servers. Figure 3-5 ...illustrates the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch integrated with full-duplex 100 Mbps connection (200 Mbps) 3 = 100 Mbps connection 4 = Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hub (Normal/Uplink push button set to Normal position) 2 = Server with two NETGEAR Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hubs.
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... the installation site. Package Contents Unpack the contents of the switch, as required by your national electrical codes and ordinances. Chapter 4 Installation This chapter describes the installation procedures for rack installation • AC power cord • ... Specifications." Make sure the operating environment meets the physical requirements of the package and verify them against the following list: • Model FS516 switch • Self-adhesive rubber pads for desktop installation • Rack Mount Kit for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet...
... the installation site. Package Contents Unpack the contents of the switch, as required by your national electrical codes and ordinances. Chapter 4 Installation This chapter describes the installation procedures for rack installation • AC power cord • ... Specifications." Make sure the operating environment meets the physical requirements of the package and verify them against the following list: • Model FS516 switch • Self-adhesive rubber pads for desktop installation • Rack Mount Kit for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet...