Linksys EF2H24 User Guide - Page 3

Table of Contents Instant EtherFast II Series Introduction 1 Planning Your Network 3 About Fast Ethernet 4 Getting to Know the EtherFast II 10/100 Hub 5 LED Indicators 5 Optional Fiber Expansion Module 6 Mounting the Hub 6 Connecting Nodes to the Hub 6 Uplinking the Hub 7 Powering On the Hub 7 Resetting the Hub 7 Appendix 8 Twisted-Pair Cabling 8 Crimping Your Own Cables 9 How to Install an Add-On Module 10 Fiber Optic Modules 11 Specifications 14 Customer Support 15 10/100 Hubs Introduction Instant EtherFast II 10/100 Hub EASY TO SET UP--EASY TO MAINTAIN The EtherFast II 10/100 Hubs from Linksys are the second generation in the Instant EtherFast Series that quickly set the standard for economical network expansion. Since they are ready to run right out of the box and feature easy rack-mount installation, your network will be up and running in no time. Extensive use of advanced VLSI technology ensures that each EtherFast II 10/100 Hub will function with unsurpassed reliability, allowing your business to operate with a minimum of down-time. MEETING THE NEEDS OF EXPANDING NETWORKS In today's fast-paced business world, growth can easily out-pace resources-that's why the EtherFast II Series is such a great solution. The built-in uplink port and fiber optic expansion slot mean that your network is ready to expand along with your business needs, and with up to 24 auto-sensing ports, you have the freedom to combine low-cost 10Mbps computers with high-speed 100Mbps workstations, saving you thousands of dollars. It's this combination of flexibility, reliability, and performance that make the EtherFast II Series "The Affordable High-Performance Network Solution." 1