NETGEAR FS516 - Switch User manual

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NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054
USA
201-10137-01
April 2004

The NETGEAR®Model FS516 16-Port Fast Ethernet Switch and
Model FS524 24-Port Fast Ethernet Switch provide you with a low-
cost, high-performance network solution and are designed to support
power workgroups operating at either 10 megabits per second
(Mbps) or 100 Mbps.
Ethernet switches provide private, dedicated, 10 Mbps (or 100 Mbps)
capacity to each connected PC/server or hub/workgroup segment,
which is significantly higher than in a shared environment. The high-
er bandwidth enables the use of applications such as multimedia,
imaging, video, or high-performance client-server functions among
users who are spread out over the network.
With both the Model FS516 switch and the Model FS524 switch,
improvement is accomplished very easily, with no change to the
desktop (the network interface cards or software and the network
wiring). As a result, the performance upgrade and the applications it
enables are obtained very quickly and at a low cost.
The Model FS516 and Model FS524 switches have the following
key features:
Sixteen (Model FS516) or twenty-four (Model FS524) automatic
speed-sensing (autosensing) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports to
provide fast information exchange, resource sharing, and client
or peer-to-peer communication using simple Category 5
unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable
Automatic address learning function to build the packet-
forwarding information table
The table contains up to 4,000 MAC addresses; that is, the switch
can support networks with as many as 4,000 devices.
Autosensing full- or half-duplex mode, with N-way negotiation
Full-duplex mode doubles throughput of point-to-point
connections by letting individual ports transmit and receive
concurrently when the other end also supports full-duplex mode.
The default is half-duplex mode if the connected device does not
support autonegotiation.
Wire-speed filtering and forwarding to provide a "traffic cop"
function by directing traffic to the appropriate route without
slowing down the traffic
Store-and-forward forwarding node to minimize erroneous
packets on the network
Half-duplex back pressure
Easy Plug-and-Play installation with no software to configure,
which saves time and minimizes the potential for configuration
errors
Auto UplinkTM in all ports to make the right connection
Protocol independence and compatibility with all common
protocols such as TCP/IP, NetWare, DECnet, and Microsoft
Networks
Monitoring of individual port status by vista RJ-45 network ports
with built-in LEDs
Start Here
Verify that your package contains the following:
Model FS516 or FS524 switch
Rubber footpads for desktop installation
Rack mount kit for 19-inch rack installation
Warranty / Support Information Card
Power cord
Front Panel
The front panel of the Model FS516/FS524 switch contains the fol-
lowing LEDs that correspond to each network port located on the
switch: Rx/Tx/Collision, Power, and 100 Mbps. Each vista RJ-45
network port has its own Link LED (located at the top left corner of
each 10/100 Mbps port) and full-duplex (FDX) LED (located at the
top right corner of each 10/100 Mbps port).
Package Contents
Installation guide,
Warranty / Support
information Card
Model FS516 or Model FS524 switch
(Model FS516 shown)
AC
power
cord
Rubber
footpads
Rack mount
kit
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8
Power
Utilization%
10/100Mbps
FS516
MODEL
Link FDX Link FDX
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FastEthernet Switch
16PORT
10/100Mbps
Auto 10/100 Mbps
Utilization%
10/100Mbps
Product Illustration
Features
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LEDs
The table below describes the activity of the LEDs.
Label Color Activity Description
Power Green On Power is supplied to the hub.
Off Power is disconnected.
Rx/Tx/ Green Blinking Packet transmission or reception is
Collision occurring on the port. The blinking
action corresponds to the number of
packets that are transmitted or
received.
Yellow Blinking Data collision is occurring on the
port. The blinking corresponds to the
number of collisions. When a collision
occurs, the connected device pauses
and transmits again after waiting a
specified time.
100 Mbps Green On The port is operating in 100 Mbps
mode.
Off The port is operating in 10 Mbps
mode.
Link Green On A valid link is established on the port.
Off A link is not established on the port.
FDX Green On The port is operating in full-duplex
mode.
Off The port is operating in half-duplex
mode.
RJ-45 Network Ports with Built-in LEDs
All ports on the switch are 10/100 Mbps capable autosensing Ethernet
ports. Each port supports only unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable
using an 8-pin RJ-45 plug. Each port uses RJ-45 connectors that have
two LEDs-the Link LED and the FDX LED.
Applications
The Model FS516/FS524 switch is designed to provide flexibility in
configuring your network connections. Each switch can be used as a
standalone device or can be used with 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps hubs or
other interconnection devices in various configurations. The configu-
ration examples in this section illustrate the integration of the switch-
es in network environments of all sizes and types. These examples
include a network of a few workstations connected to a printer or a
segmented network with multiple users or workgroups and other net-
working devices.
Desktop Switching
The Model FS516/FS524 switch is used as a desktop switch to build a
small network that enables users to have 100 Mbps access to a file
server. If a full-duplex adapter card is installed in the server or PC, a
200 Mbps connection is possible on the port where the server or PC is
connected.
Before you begin installing your switch, prepare the installation site.
Make sure your operating environment meets the operating environ-
ment requirements of the equipment.
To install your switch on a flat surface, you do not need any special
tools. Be sure the switch is positioned with at least 2 inches of space
on all sides for ventilation.
To install the switch in a rack, first attach the mounting brackets to
the side of the switch. Insert the screws provided in the rack mount kit
through each bracket and into the bracket mounting holes in the
switch. Tighten the screws with a #1 Phillips screwdriver to secure
each bracket. Align the mounting holes in the brackets with the holes
in the rack and insert two pan-head screws with nylon washers
through each bracket and into the rack. Tighten the screws with a #2
Phillips screwdriver to secure the switch in the rack.
Before connecting the switch, be sure you review "Applications" for
information about determining the appropriate configuration for your
networking needs. Refer to the following steps and illustration when
connecting the switch. Each of the steps has a corresponding refer-
ence number in the illustration.
To connect devices to the switch:
1. Connect the devices to the 10/100 Mbps ports on the switch,
using Category 5 UTP cable and an RJ-45 plug.
Characteristic Requirement
Temperature Ambient temperature between 00and 400C
(320and 1040F).
No nearby heat sources such as direct
sunlight, warm air exhausts, or heaters.
Operating humidity Maximum relative humidity of 90%,
noncondensing.
Ventilation Minimum 2 inches (5.08 cm) on all sides for
cooling.
Adequate airflow in room or wiring closet.
Operating conditions At least 6 feet (1.83 m) to nearest source of
electromagnetic noise (such as photocopy
machine).
Power Adequate power source within 6 feet
(1.83 m).
Prepare the site
Install the Switch
Connect the Devices
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Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between
your PC or server and the switch to 328 feet (100 meters) in
length.
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2. Connect one end of the AC power cord cable to the power
outlet on the rear panel of the switch and the other end of
the AC power cord to the wall outlet.
RJ-45 Connector
The RJ-45 connector (shown in the illustration with an RJ-45 plug) is
used to connect workstations, hubs, and switches through unshielded
twisted pair cable. The RJ-45 connector accepts four-pair Category 3
(10 Mbps) or Category 5(100 Mbps) UTP cable.
When power has been applied to the switch:
The green Power LED on the front panel is on.
The green Link LED on each connected port is on.
When the switch is connected and operating, refer to the table in
"LEDs" for information about the LEDs and their activity.
Connect Hubs at 10/100 Mbps
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3
RJ-45
Connector Normal Assignment Uplink Assignment
Pin
Assignment
1 Input Receives Data + Output Transmits Data +
2 Input Receives Data - Output Transmits Data -
3 Output Transmits Data + Input Receives Data +
6 Output Transmits Data - Input Receives Data -
4,5,7,8 Not used Not used
Troubleshooting Information
Symptom Cause Solution
Power LED is No power is Check the power cord connections for
off received at the switch and the connected device.
the switch Check for a defective adapter card,
cable, or port by testing them in an
alternate environment where all
products are functioning.
Make sure all cables used are correct
and comply with Ethernet
specifications.
Link LED is off Port Check the crimp on the RJ-45
or intermittent connection connectors and make sure that the
is not plug is properly inserted and locked
functioning into the port at both the switch and
the connecting device.
Make sure all cables used are
correct and comply with Ethernet
specifications.
One or more Not all Test the components in an alternate
components system environment where all other
are components components are functioning properly.
malfunctioning are properly
installed
A segment or One or more Verify that the cabling is correct. Be
device is not devices are sure all cable connectors are
recognized as not properly securely positioned in the required
part of the connected, ports. Make sure all devices are
network. or cabling connected to the network.
does not Equipment may have been
meet accidentally disconnected.
Ethernet
guidelines
Rx/Tx/Collision Collisions This situation is normal in Ethernet
LED is blinking are occurring operation when ports/segments are
yellow. on the configured for half-duplex mode.
connected
segment
Auto UplinkTM
The Auto Uplink technology that NETGEAR has included in this
product will automatically sense whether the straight-through cable
plugged into any port should have a normal connection, e.g.connect-
ing to a PC; or an uplink connection, e.g. connecting to a router,
switch , or hub. That port will then configure itself to the correct con-
figuration. This feature also eliminates the need to worry about
crossover cables, as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of
cable to make the right connection.
Note: Auto Uplink will compensate for setting uplink con-
nections, and crossover or straight-through cables. Using
Auto Uplink to create multiple paths between any two net-
work devices will disable your network.
Note: Auto Uplink will automatically determine which
assignment is needed to make the right link.

Technical Specifications
General Specifications Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch Model FS524 Fast Ethernet Switch
Network Protocol and Standards compatibility ISO/IEC 802-3 (ANSI/IEEE 802.3i) 10BASE-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u, 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
Data Rate 100 Mbps with 4B/5B encoding and MLT-3 physical interface for 100BASE-TX
10Mbps differential Manchester encoded
Interface RJ-45 connector for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Ethernet interface
Power Consumption 12W 24W
Input Voltage 100-240VAC
Physical Specifications
Dimensions: 13.0 x 1.7 x 8.0 in
33.0 x 4.3 x 20.7 cm
Weight: 5.5 lb; 2.5 kg 6.0 lb; 2.6 kg
Environmental Specifications
Operating temperature: 00to 400C (320to 1040F)
Operating humidity: 90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing
Electromagnetic Compliance CE mark, commercial
FCC Part 15 Class A
EN 55022 (CISPR 22) Class A, EN50082-1
VCCI Class A
C-Tick
Safety Agency Approvals UL listed (UL 1950), cUL
TUV licensed (EN 60 950), IEC 950
Performance Specifications
Frame filter rate: 14,800 frames/second, maximum on 10Mbps port
148,000 frames/second, maximum on 100Mbps port
Frame forward rate: 14,800 frames/second, maximum on 10Mbps port
148,000 frames/second, maximum on 100Mbps port
Address database size: 4,000 media access control (MAC) addresses
Addressing: 48-bit MAC address
Queue buffer: 256 KB memory per port
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice:
Radio Frequency Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip-
ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal-
lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference
Regulations
This digital apparatus (NETGEAR Model FS516/FS524 Fast Ethernet Switch) does not
exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the
Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique du ministere des
Communications
Cet appareil numerique (NETGEAR Model FS516/FS524 Fast Ethernet Switch) respecte
les limites de bruits radioelectriques visant les appareils numeriques de classe A prescrites
dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique du ministere des Communications du
Canada.
c 2004 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
© 2004 by NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, Auto Uplink, ProSafe and
Everybody's connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks of Netgear, Inc. in the
United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are the trademarks of
their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights
reserved.
Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability,
NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document
without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of
the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the NETGEAR Model FS516/FS524 Fast Ethernet Switch has
been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg
243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmit-
ters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions.
Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this
equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance
with the regulations.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the first category (information equipment to be used in commercial
and/or industrial areas) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control
Council for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines
that are aimed at preventing radio interference in commercial and/or industrial areas.
Consequently, when this equipment is used in a residential area or in an adjacent area
thereto, radio interference may be caused to equipment such as radios and TV receivers.
EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance
This is to certify that the NETGEAR Model FS516/FS524 Fast Ethernet Switch is shield-
ed against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of
Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of
EN 55 022 Class A (CISPR 22).