DirectConnect DCFG81000 User manual

8-Port 10/100/1000Mbps
Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Model# DCFG81000 SKU# .32153
USER MANUAL
Supports IEEE 802.3x flow control for Full Duplex mode and backpressure for
Half Duplex mode
Non-blocking switching architecture that forwards and filters packets at full
wire-speed for maximum throughput
16Gbps Switching Capacity
9K Jumbo frame improves performance of large data transfers
Auto-MDI/MDIX eliminates the need for crossover cables
Supports MAC address auto-learning and auto-aging
Auto-negotiation ports provide smart integration between 10Mbps, 100Mbps
and 1000Mbps hardware
No fan design ensures quiet operation
Plug and Play design simplifies installation

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For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully before
connecting or operating this product.
Please keep this manual for future reference.
Chapter 1 - Product Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
The DCFG81000 switch is a 8-port Gigabit (10/100/1000Mbps) Ethernet Switch that
provides 8 Auto-Negotiation RJ45 ports. The switch is design for use in small to
medium office and home networks. The Switch adopts store-and-forward technology,
combining the dynamic memory allocation to effectively distribute the data to each
port when the switch is transmitting and receiving data. The LED’s on top of the
switch show when the switch is connected to power and network.
1.2 Package Contents
8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch x 1
User's Manual x 1
DC Power Adapter (DC 5V,1A) x 1
If any of these are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer
immediately. If possible, retain the carton including the original packing
material to repack the product in case there is a need to return it to
DirectConnect®
Chapter 2 – Hardware Panel Description
2.1 Top Panel
The top panel of the switch consists of a series of LED indicators shown as below.

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The LED Indicators will allow you to monitor, diagnose and troubleshoot any
potential problem with the switch, connection or attached devices. The following
chart shows the LED indicators of the Switch along with explanation of each indicator.
LED
COLOR
STATUS
STATUS DESCRIPTION
Power
Green
On
Power On
Off
Power off
LINK/ACT
Green
On
Connect to the port
Off
Disconnect to the port
Flashing
Sending or receiving data
2.2 Rear Panel
The rear panel of the switch consists of 8 x 10/100/1000Mbps RJ-45 ports shown as
below.
These ports are connection points for PCs and other network devices, such as
additional switches or routers.
2.3 Side Panel
The side panel of the switch consists of One DC power Jack shown as below.
Power is supplied through an external DC power adapter. Check the technical
specification section for information about the DC power input voltage.

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Chapter 3 - Installing and Connecting the Switch
3.1 Installation
Place the switch into desired location (Desktop, Rack, or Structured Panel)
Ensure there is adequate ventilation around the switch
3.2 Connecting the Switch
The switch can be connected to a computer or other devices via Category 5e/6 UTP
twisted pair cable. Category 5e/6 cable must be used for 100Mbps to 1000Mbps
operation. The connection can be accomplished from any port on the switch to the
RJ-45 10/100/1000Mbps ports on a computer or other devices.
Plug in the RJ45 connections to the back of the switch from router or
computer
Connect the switch to power
After connecting the switch to power, the switch will automatically initialize
and the LED indicators will turn solid green.
NOTE: If the LED indicators don’t turn solid Green, please check the power supply
and its connection
Chapter 4 – Specifications
Standards
IEEE802.3 10Base-T, IEEE802.3u 100Base-TX, IEEE802.3ab
1000Base-T
Network Media (Cable)
10BASE-T: UTP category3,4, 5 cable (maximum 100m)
100BASE-TX: UTP category 5,5e cable (maximum 100m)
1000BASE-T: UTP category 5e,6 cable (maximum 100m)
Number of Ports
8 x 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 Ports
AUTO Negotiation/AUTO MDI/MDIX
LED indicators
Link/Act
Power
Transfer Method
Store-and-Forward
Switching Capacity
16G
MAC Address Learning
Automatic
Frame Filtering and
Forward Rate
10Mbps: 14880pps
100Mbps: 148800pps
1000Mbps: 1488000pps
Dimensions (L × W × H)
4.92" x 2.56" x .87"
Environment
Operating Temperature: 32°F ~104°F
Storage Temperature: 14°F~158°F
Power Supply/
Input: DC 5V / 1A (UL adapter)
Consumption
Consumption: 2.7W (MAX)