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...VCCI) Statement This equipment is hereby certified that are the property of this document without notice. ii All other Countries. Trademarks NETGEAR® is used in commercial and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991...2001 by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines that the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to test...
...VCCI) Statement This equipment is hereby certified that are the property of this document without notice. ii All other Countries. Trademarks NETGEAR® is used in commercial and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991...2001 by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines that the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to test...
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...55 022 Class A (CISPR 22) and EN 55 024. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch) does not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from that which can radiate radio frequency energy and, ... product. Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications Cet appareil numérique (NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch) respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Rè...
...55 022 Class A (CISPR 22) and EN 55 024. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch) does not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from that which can radiate radio frequency energy and, ... product. Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique du ministère des Communications Cet appareil numérique (NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch) respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques visant les appareils numériques de classe A prescrites dans le Rè...
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...with your point-of-purchase representative. Customer Support For assistance with installing and configuring your NETGEAR system or with questions or problems following installation: • Check the NETGEAR Web page at http://www.NETGEAR.com. • Call Technical Support at the phone number listed on the Support Information... Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required. Defective or damaged merchandise can access at support@NETGEAR.com. A direct connection to your switch. • Email Technical Support at the universal resource locator (URL) http://www...
...with your point-of-purchase representative. Customer Support For assistance with installing and configuring your NETGEAR system or with questions or problems following installation: • Check the NETGEAR Web page at http://www.NETGEAR.com. • Call Technical Support at the phone number listed on the Support Information... Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required. Defective or damaged merchandise can access at support@NETGEAR.com. A direct connection to your switch. • Email Technical Support at the universal resource locator (URL) http://www...
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CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 Introduction Features 1-1 Package Contents 1-2 CHAPTER 2 Physical Description Front Panel 2-1 RJ-45 2-2 Auto-uplinkTM 2-2 LEDs 2-4 Rear Panel 2-4 CHAPTER 3 Applications Desktop Switching 3-1 Segment Switching and Bridging from 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps to 1000 Mbps 3-2 CHAPTER 4 Installation Preparing the Site 4-1 Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface 4-2 Installing the Switch in a Rack 4-2 Connecting Devices to the Switch 4-2 Verifying Installation 4-3 CHAPTER 5 Troubleshooting contents v
CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 Introduction Features 1-1 Package Contents 1-2 CHAPTER 2 Physical Description Front Panel 2-1 RJ-45 2-2 Auto-uplinkTM 2-2 LEDs 2-4 Rear Panel 2-4 CHAPTER 3 Applications Desktop Switching 3-1 Segment Switching and Bridging from 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps to 1000 Mbps 3-2 CHAPTER 4 Installation Preparing the Site 4-1 Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface 4-2 Installing the Switch in a Rack 4-2 Connecting Devices to the Switch 4-2 Verifying Installation 4-3 CHAPTER 5 Troubleshooting contents v
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Creating loops disables your network (Example 2) 2-3 Figure 3-1. Model GS516T Switch Used as a Segment Switch 3-2 Figure 4-1. Model GS516T Switch Used as a Desktop Switch 3-1 Figure 3-2. Category 5e UTP Patch Cable with Built-in LEDs B-1 Figure C-1. Creating loops disables your network (Example 1) 2-3 Figure 2-4. Crossover Twisted ...and RJ-45 Connector with Male RJ-45 Plug at Each End C-6 contents vii Front Panel of the Model GS516T Switch 2-2 Figure 2-3. Warning! Straight-through Twisted Pair Cable C-5 Figure C-2. Rear Panel of the Model GS516T...
Creating loops disables your network (Example 2) 2-3 Figure 3-1. Model GS516T Switch Used as a Segment Switch 3-2 Figure 4-1. Model GS516T Switch Used as a Desktop Switch 3-1 Figure 3-2. Category 5e UTP Patch Cable with Built-in LEDs B-1 Figure C-1. Creating loops disables your network (Example 1) 2-3 Figure 2-4. Crossover Twisted ...and RJ-45 Connector with Male RJ-45 Plug at Each End C-6 contents vii Front Panel of the Model GS516T Switch 2-2 Figure 2-3. Warning! Straight-through Twisted Pair Cable C-5 Figure C-2. Rear Panel of the Model GS516T...
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... connection • Auto-negotiation with link partners to speeds of 10, 1000, or 1000Mbps on the net- Features The Model GS516T switch has the following key features: • 16 full-duplex copper Gigabit ports with standard RJ-45 connectors • Automatic address learning... function to build the packet-forwarding information table. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION R The NETGEAR Model GS516T 16-Port Copper Gigabit Switch provides you with a low-cost, high-performance network solution and is , the switch can support networks with as many as 8,000 devices). • Address aging function...
... connection • Auto-negotiation with link partners to speeds of 10, 1000, or 1000Mbps on the net- Features The Model GS516T switch has the following key features: • 16 full-duplex copper Gigabit ports with standard RJ-45 connectors • Automatic address learning... function to build the packet-forwarding information table. CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION R The NETGEAR Model GS516T 16-Port Copper Gigabit Switch provides you with a low-cost, high-performance network solution and is , the switch can support networks with as many as 8,000 devices). • Address aging function...
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... 1-1 illustrates the Model GS516T switch package contents. 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 9 GS516T 8 16 Figure 1-1. Model GS516T Switch Package Contents Verify that your ...package contains the following: • Model GS516T switch • Rubber footpads for tabletop installation • The Installation Guide • Rack mount kit ...
... 1-1 illustrates the Model GS516T switch package contents. 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 9 GS516T 8 16 Figure 1-1. Model GS516T Switch Package Contents Verify that your ...package contains the following: • Model GS516T switch • Rubber footpads for tabletop installation • The Installation Guide • Rack mount kit ...
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... features of the Model GS516T Switch physical description 2-1 Each network port has its own link and speed LEDs (located above each network port: FDX/COL (full-duplex/collision), Activity(RX/TX)/10Mbps . Front Panel of the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. Front Panel The front panel... of the Model GS516T switch contains the following LEDs that correspond to each port). 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity ...
... features of the Model GS516T Switch physical description 2-1 Each network port has its own link and speed LEDs (located above each network port: FDX/COL (full-duplex/collision), Activity(RX/TX)/10Mbps . Front Panel of the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. Front Panel The front panel... of the Model GS516T switch contains the following LEDs that correspond to each port). 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity ...
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..."uplink" connection (such as when connecting the port to use crossover or straight-throughcables when attaching devices. In this information, the switch automatically configures the RJ-45 port to Appendix B, "Connector Pin Assignments," and Appendix C, "Cabling Guidelines." After detecting this way, ...the Auto Uplink technology compensates for Category 5 or Category 5e cable. RJ-45 Ports The Model GS516T switch has 16 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps UTP ports. The 1000BASE-T requires very careful cable installation. 1 2 Key: 735EA 1 = ...
..."uplink" connection (such as when connecting the port to use crossover or straight-throughcables when attaching devices. In this information, the switch automatically configures the RJ-45 port to Appendix B, "Connector Pin Assignments," and Appendix C, "Cabling Guidelines." After detecting this way, ...the Auto Uplink technology compensates for Category 5 or Category 5e cable. RJ-45 Ports The Model GS516T switch has 16 auto-sensing 10/100/1000 Mbps UTP ports. The 1000BASE-T requires very careful cable installation. 1 2 Key: 735EA 1 = ...
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...network(Example 1) EN524 Hub Model GS516T ® MODEL EN524 ® 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Switching MODEL FS509T 9 PORTS with a 4-port switch connects to a hub and to a GS516T Switch; the hub and switch, in turn, connect back to the same router, creating multiple active paths between any two... GS516T 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on a GS516T Switch to a router containing a 4-port switch. Warning! Loops occur when there are alternate routes between two network devices.
...network(Example 1) EN524 Hub Model GS516T ® MODEL EN524 ® 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch Switching MODEL FS509T 9 PORTS with a 4-port switch connects to a hub and to a GS516T Switch; the hub and switch, in turn, connect back to the same router, creating multiple active paths between any two... GS516T 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on a GS516T Switch to a router containing a 4-port switch. Warning! Loops occur when there are alternate routes between two network devices.
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... on the port. 1000M Green On Off A valid 1000 Mbps link is operating in Figure 2-5, the rear panel of the Model GS516T switch has fans for cooling and a standard AC Power Receptacle for the supplied power cord. Rear Panel As illustrated in half-duplex mode. The...no collision. LED Descriptions Label Color Activity Description Power Green On Off Power is disconnected. Power is supplied to the switch. LEDs Table 2-1 describes the activity of the Model GS516T Switch physical description 2-4 In a half-duplex environment, some collisions are occurring on the port.
... on the port. 1000M Green On Off A valid 1000 Mbps link is operating in Figure 2-5, the rear panel of the Model GS516T switch has fans for cooling and a standard AC Power Receptacle for the supplied power cord. Rear Panel As illustrated in half-duplex mode. The...no collision. LED Descriptions Label Color Activity Description Power Green On Off Power is disconnected. Power is supplied to the switch. LEDs Table 2-1 describes the activity of the Model GS516T Switch physical description 2-4 In a half-duplex environment, some collisions are occurring on the port.
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Model GS516T Switch Used as a desktop switch to build a powerful network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to each server and PC. 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity ... 16 9 GS516T 8 16 Figure 3-1. CHAPTER 3: APPLICATIONS This chapter presents an overview of the levels of service provided by incorporating the technology of the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch into your network. If a full-duplex adapter card is installed in the server or PC, a 2000 Mbps connection will be provided to a file...
Model GS516T Switch Used as a desktop switch to build a powerful network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to each server and PC. 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity ... 16 9 GS516T 8 16 Figure 3-1. CHAPTER 3: APPLICATIONS This chapter presents an overview of the levels of service provided by incorporating the technology of the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch into your network. If a full-duplex adapter card is installed in the server or PC, a 2000 Mbps connection will be provided to a file...
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... as illustrated in Figure 3-2, connects multiple power workgroups and servers using high-speed gigabit links. Each power workgroup is anchored by a NETGEAR FS524 switch. Segment Switching and Bridging from 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps to 100 m long, these workgroups can be located on separate floors. 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL ...=10MLink 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 9 GS516T MAC MAC Figure 3-2. Other workgroups are connected by a NETGEAR Model FS518T switch.
... as illustrated in Figure 3-2, connects multiple power workgroups and servers using high-speed gigabit links. Each power workgroup is anchored by a NETGEAR FS524 switch. Segment Switching and Bridging from 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps to 100 m long, these workgroups can be located on separate floors. 16 PORT Gree=FDX Yellow=COL ...=10MLink 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 Gree=FDX Yellow=COL Blinking=Adfity on=10MLink 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 9 GS516T MAC MAC Figure 3-2. Other workgroups are connected by a NETGEAR Model FS518T switch.
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... Card installation 4-1 Operating humidity Maximum relative humidity of the package and verify them against the following list: • NETGEAR Model GS516T Gigabit Ethernet Switch • Self-adhesive rubber footpads for desktop installation • Rack Mount Kit for cooling. Preparing the Site Before ... noise (such as direct sunlight, warm air exhausts, or heaters. Adequate airflow in Table 4-1. Make sure your switch, prepare the installation site. Checking Package Contents Unpack the contents of 90%, noncondensing. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION This chapter describes the ...
... Card installation 4-1 Operating humidity Maximum relative humidity of the package and verify them against the following list: • NETGEAR Model GS516T Gigabit Ethernet Switch • Self-adhesive rubber footpads for desktop installation • Rack Mount Kit for cooling. Preparing the Site Before ... noise (such as direct sunlight, warm air exhausts, or heaters. Adequate airflow in Table 4-1. Make sure your switch, prepare the installation site. Checking Package Contents Unpack the contents of 90%, noncondensing. CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION This chapter describes the ...
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... 5 (Cat5) or Category 5e (Cat5e) UTP cable. Connect the devices to the Switch To connect the switch: 1. Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between your PC or server and the switch to the wall outlet. Connect one end of the AC power adapter cable to the ...power receptacle on the rear panel of the switch and the other end of the switch. Installing the Switch in a rack. 100/1000 Mbps Copper Gigabit Switch Power Ethernet MODEL GS516T Figure 4-1. • The Installation Guide • Support Information Card Installing...
... 5 (Cat5) or Category 5e (Cat5e) UTP cable. Connect the devices to the Switch To connect the switch: 1. Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between your PC or server and the switch to the wall outlet. Connect one end of the AC power adapter cable to the ...power receptacle on the rear panel of the switch and the other end of the switch. Installing the Switch in a rack. 100/1000 Mbps Copper Gigabit Switch Power Ethernet MODEL GS516T Figure 4-1. • The Installation Guide • Support Information Card Installing...
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Refer to the switch, verify that: • The green power LED on the front panel is on. • The green link LED on . When the switch is on each connected port is connected and operating, refer to Table 2-1 "LED Descriptions" for information about the LEDs and their activity. Connecting to the Model GS516T Switch Verifying Installation When power has been applied to Figure 4-2 when connecting the switch. Key 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 16PO1R0/T100MbpsGigabit Fiber Switch Ethernet MODELGS508T Figure 4-2. installation 4-3
Refer to the switch, verify that: • The green power LED on the front panel is on. • The green link LED on . When the switch is on each connected port is connected and operating, refer to Table 2-1 "LED Descriptions" for information about the LEDs and their activity. Connecting to the Model GS516T Switch Verifying Installation When power has been applied to Figure 4-2 when connecting the switch. Key 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 16PO1R0/T100MbpsGigabit Fiber Switch Ethernet MODELGS508T Figure 4-2. installation 4-3
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...or 100M LED is off . Make sure all cables used are correct and comply with Ethernet specifications. Check for the switch and the connected device. Half- One or more devices are functioning. Troubleshooting Information Symptom Cause Solution Power LED is ... normal when the connection is a problem. troubleshooting 5-1 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. Recheck the link partner settings. or full-duplex setting on the connectors and make sure that the cabling is...
...or 100M LED is off . Make sure all cables used are correct and comply with Ethernet specifications. Check for the switch and the connected device. Half- One or more devices are functioning. Troubleshooting Information Symptom Cause Solution Power LED is ... normal when the connection is a problem. troubleshooting 5-1 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. Recheck the link partner settings. or full-duplex setting on the connectors and make sure that the cabling is...
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Make sure that cable distances, repeater limits, and other physical aspects of -sale representative. Switch Integrity If required, verify the integrity of the switch by implementing the new changes, one procedure at a time. Network Adapter Cards Make sure the network adapter cards installed ... power to half. troubleshooting 5-2 Auto Negotiation Each port will default to the switch off and then back on. If the problem continues and you have completed all the preceding diagnoses, contact your NETGEAR point-of the installation do not exceed the Ethernet limitations. If the link ...
Make sure that cable distances, repeater limits, and other physical aspects of -sale representative. Switch Integrity If required, verify the integrity of the switch by implementing the new changes, one procedure at a time. Network Adapter Cards Make sure the network adapter cards installed ... power to half. troubleshooting 5-2 Auto Negotiation Each port will default to the switch off and then back on. If the problem continues and you have completed all the preceding diagnoses, contact your NETGEAR point-of the installation do not exceed the Ethernet limitations. If the link ...
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... size: 8,000 MAC addresses Addressing: 48-bit MAC address Forwording Mode: store & Forward technical specifications A-1 APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch.
... size: 8,000 MAC addresses Addressing: 48-bit MAC address Forwording Mode: store & Forward technical specifications A-1 APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch.
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RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector It is used for the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector with Built-in Figure B-1. 12345678 81 Key: 1 to connect stations, hubs, and switches through UTP cable; it supports 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps data transmission. The RJ...
RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector It is used for the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector with Built-in Figure B-1. 12345678 81 Key: 1 to connect stations, hubs, and switches through UTP cable; it supports 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps data transmission. The RJ...