Netgear GS516T GS516T Reference Manual

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    R 16 PORT 10/100/1000Mbps Copper Gigabit Switch Installation Guide MODEL GS 516T
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    Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions. Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of
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    and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch) does not exceed the Class A limits for
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    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 Card that shipped with your switch. • Email Technical Support at [email protected]. Defective or damaged
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    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
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    APPENDIX A Technical Specifications B-1 APPENDIX B Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector B-1 APPENDIX C Cabling Guidelines Using 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet over Category 5 Cable C-1 Overview C-1 Cabling C-1 Length C-1 Return Loss C-2 Near End Cross Talk (NEXT)
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    disables your network (Example 2) 2-3 Figure 3-1. Model GS516T Switch Used as a Desktop Switch 3-1 Figure 3-2. Model GS516T Switch Used as a Segment Switch 3-2 Figure 4-1. Attaching Mounting Brackets 4-2 Figure 4-2. Connecting to the Model GS516T Switch 4-3 Figure B-1. RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45
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    TABLES Table 2-1. LED Descriptions 2-4 Table 4-1. Operating Environment Requirements 4-1 Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Information 5-1 Table B-1. 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments B-2 Table C-1. Electrical Requirements of Category 5 Cable C-4 contents viii
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    (that is, the switch can support networks with as many as 8,000 devices). • Address aging function to automatically track changes in network configuration • Protocol independence and compatibility with all common protocols, such as TCP/IP, Netware, DECNet, Microsoft Networks, and AppleTalk • Full
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    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 for 19-inch rack installation • Warranty & Owner Registration Card • Support Information Card
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    CHAPTER 2: PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION This chapter describes the hardware features 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 network port: FDX/COL (full-duplex/collision), Activity(RX/TX)/
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    the procedure for attaching devices, all RJ-45 ports on the GS516T Switch support Auto Uplink.This technology allows you to attach devices to the RJ45 as when connecting the port to a router, switch, or hub). After detecting this information, the switch automatically configures the RJ-45 port to
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    two RJ-45 ports on a GS516T Switch to a router containing a 4-port switch. Figure 2-4 shows another scenario where a router 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 all
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    link is established on the port. A link is not established on the port. Rear Panel As illustrated 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. Fans AC power Receptacle 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz Figure
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    presents an overview of the levels of service provided by incorporating the technology of the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch into your network. Desktop Switching Figure 3-1 illustrates the Model GS516T switch, used as a desktop switch to build a powerful network that enables users
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    to 1000 Mbps The Model GS516T 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 Model FS518T switch. Other workgroups are connected by a NETGEAR FS524 switch. Because each copper link can
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    6 ft (1.83 m). Checking Package Contents Unpack the contents 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 rack installation • AC power cord • Warranty & Owner
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    • The Installation Guide • Support Information Card Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface To install the switch on a flat surface, be sure to attach the rubber footpads to the bottom of the switch. Installing the Switch in a Rack Refer to Figure 4-1 when installing the switch in a rack. 100/1000
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    . Key 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 16PO1R0/T100MbpsGigabit Fiber Switch Ethernet MODELGS508T Figure 4-2. Connecting to the Model GS516T Switch Verifying Installation When power has been applied to the switch, verify that: • The green power LED on the front panel is on. • The green link LED on
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    provides information about troubleshooting the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. Table 5-1 lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Information Symptom Cause Solution Power LED is off. No power is received at the switch. Check the power
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    power 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-sale representative. Auto Negotiation Each port will negotiate the correct duplex mode and speed, provided the link partner supports auto negotiation
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    This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility IEEE (10 Mbps) 30 microseconds maximum Address database size: 8,000 MAC addresses Addressing: 48-bit MAC address Forwording Mode: store & Forward
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    Interface RJ-45 Connectors for 10BASE-T Ethernet, 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet, and 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Power Consumption 75 W Input Voltage (Power Adapter) 100-240 V AC Physical Specifications Dimensions: 13.0 x 1.7 x 8.0 in.; 33.0 x 4.3 x 20.7 cm Weight: 5.3 lb; 2.3 kg Environmental
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    Safety Agency Approvals UL Listed (UL 1950), cUL TUV Licensed (EN 60 950) technical specifications A-3
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    RJ-45 plug and the RJ-45 connector used for the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector It is important . The RJ-45 connector is used to connect stations, hubs, and switches through UTP cable; it supports 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps data transmission. The RJ-
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    Table B-1 lists the pin assignments for the 10/100/1000Mbps RJ-45 plug and the RJ-45 connector. Table B-1. 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments Pin Channel 1 A 2 3 B 6 4 C 5 7 D 8 Description Rx/Tx Data + Rx/Tx Data - Rx/Tx Data + Rx/Tx Data - Rx/Tx Data +
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    provides specifications for cables used with the NETGEAR Model GS516T Copper Gigabit Switch. Using 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet over Category not correctly implemented.The following sections are designed to act as a guide to correct cabling for 1000BASE-T. Cabling The 1000BASE-T product is designed
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    Return Loss Return loss measures the amount of reflected signal energy resulting from impedance changes in the cabling link.The nature of 1000BASE-T renders this measurement very important; if too much energy is reflected back on to the receiver, the device will not perform optimally. All four pairs
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    Patch Cables When installing your equipment, replace old patch panel cables that do not meet Category 5e specifications. As pointed out in the NEXT section, this near end piece of cable is critical for successful operation. Conclusions For optimum performance of your 1000BASE-T product, it is
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    -568-A building wiring standards can be a maximum of 328 feet (ft) or 100 meters (m) in length, divided as follows: • 20 ft (6 m) between the hub or switch and the patch panel (if used) • 295 ft (90 m) from the wiring closet to the wall outlet • 10 ft (3 m) from the wall outlet to the
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    in the device. Computers and workstation adapter cards are usually media-dependent interface ports, called MDI or uplink ports. Most repeaters and switch ports are configured as media-dependent interfaces with built-in crossover ports, called MDI-X or normal ports. Auto UplinkTM automatically senses
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    Patch Panels and Cables If you are using patch panels, make sure that they meet the 100BASE-TX requirements. NETGEAR recommends Category 5e UTP cable for all patch cables and work area cables to ensure that your UTP patch cable rating meets or exceeds the
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    cabling guidelines C-7
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    R NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR www.NETGEAR.com M-GS516TNA-0
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Copper Gigabit Switch
Installation Guide
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10/100/1000
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