D-Link DGS-1510 User Manual - Page 25

DGS-1510 Series Gigabit Ethernet SmartPro Switch Web UI Reference Guide Port Configuration Port Settings This window is used to view and configure the Switch's port settings. To view the following window, click System > Port Configuration > Port Settings, as shown below: Figure 3-4 Port Settings Window The fields that can be configured are described below: Parameter Unit From Port / To Port State MDIX Description Select the switch unit that will be used for this configuration here. Select the appropriate port range used for the configuration here. Select this option to enable or disable the physical port here. Select the Medium Dependent Interface Crossover (MDIX) option here. Options to choose from are: • Auto - Select this option for auto-sensing of the optimal type of cabling. • Normal - Select this option for normal cabling. If this option is selected, the port is in the MDIX mode and can be connected to a PC's NIC using a straight-through cable or a port (in the MDIX mode) on another switch through a crossover cable. • Cross - Select this option for cross cabling. If this option is selected, the port is in the MDI mode and can be connected 14