Planet FNSW-1600S User manual

NOVASwitch
FNSW-1600S
10/100Base-TX
Fast Ethernet Smart Switch

PLANET NOVASwitch series
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Copyright PLANET Technology Corp. 2001.
Contents subject to revision without prior notice.
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respective owners.
FCC Warning
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 when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
Instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Revision
PLANET NOVASwitch User's Manual
FOR MODELS: FNSW-1600S
Part No.: EM_FNSWV2
Before Starting
In this User's Manual "Switch" is used for FNSW-1600S,
“NovaSwitch”for PLANET’s 19”-range Ethernet Switch,
where “switch”represent the third part Switch.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. UNPACKING INFORMATION...........................................5
2. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION .............................................7
2.1 KEY FEATURES....................................................................7
2.2 FRONT PANEL......................................................................8
2.2.1 Ports Speed..................................................................8
2.2.2 Cabling ......................................................................8
2.2.3 MDI Switch..................................................................9
2.2.4 Status LEDs.................................................................9
2.3 THE REAR PANEL...............................................................10
2.3.1 Extension Slot............................................................10
2.3.2 Power Connector.......................................................10
2.3.3 Fan…… ....................................................................10
2.3.4 RS-232 Console .........................................................11
3. INSTALLATION ................................................................13
3.1 RACK-MOUNT INSTALLATION ..............................................13
3.2 DESKTOP INSTALLATION......................................................13
3.3 POWER NOTES:....................................................................14
4. CONSOLE CONFIGURATION.........................................15
4.1 CONNECT TO PC.............................................................15
4.2 PORT SETTING.....................................................................16
4.2.1 Auto Neg. Setting.......................................................16
4.2.2 Speed Setting.............................................................17
4.2.3 Duplex Setting ...........................................................17
4.2.4 Flow Control Setting..................................................17
4.3 VLAN SETTING..................................................................18
4.4 TRUNK SETTING................................................................19
4.4.1 TRUNKING GROUP SETTING ...........................................19
4.5 PORT ENABLE/DISABLE SETTING .........................................20
4.6 ADDRESS AGING SETTING....................................................21
4.7 RESTORE TO FACTORY DEFAULT ..........................................21

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5. OPTIMIZING CONFIGURATION...................................25
5.1 PRIOR TO INSTALLATION....................................................25
5.2 HALF- AND FULL-DUPLEX..................................................25
5.3 FAST ETHERNET ................................................................26
5.4 AUTO-NEGOTIATION..........................................................27
5.5 MAC ADDRESS TABLE ......................................................27
5.6 SAMPLE APPLICATION........................................................28
6. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................29
7. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS..........................................31
8. RJ-45 PIN ASSIGNMENT..................................................32
8.1 STRAIGHT-THROUGH/CROSSOVER CABLE...........................32

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1.UNPACKING INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing a PLANET NOVASwitch series
Ethernet Switches. Before continuing, please check the
contents of the product package. This product package should
contain the following items:
•One NOVASwitch Ethernet Switch
•One Power Cord
•Two Rack-Mounting Brackets with Attachment Screws
•This User’s Guide
•RS-232 Console Cable
Please inform your local dealer/supplier immediately if any item
is found to be defective, damaged or missing. Retain the
original packaging (carton), including the packing materials,
and use them to re-pack the product in the unlikely event there
is a need to return it to us for repair.
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2.PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
NOVASwitch Ethernet Switches are multi-speed, versatile
network devices combining both standard and "Big-Pipe" ports
under the same hood.
2.1 Key Features
•Compliant with IEEE802.3 and 802.3u standards for
100Base-TX/FX.
•16-port Fast Ethernet Switch, pure 10/100Base-TX
•Wire-speed "Store-and-Forward" filtering/forwarding
eliminates bad data packets with minimal delay
•100Base-TX ports automatically sense and set optimal
line speed from 10/20, 100/200Mbps, All 100Base-TX port
support Auto-Negotiation function
•Optional Fiber-optic module for 100Base-FX, shared with
port16. DIP switch for Half/Full-Duplex selection
•Shared buffer memory and up to 8K-entry MAC source
address table make for fast handling of data packets
•Flow control to eliminate packets loss
•Internal, full-range power supply suitable for worldwide
use
•Console port for switch basic management
•Either VLAN or Turnk port support managed via console
•Up to 15 port-based VLAN support
•Up to 6 trunk support for up to 1200Mbps bandwidth

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2.2 Front Panel
FNSW-1600S
Figure 1: Front View of the FNSW-1600S
2.2.1 Ports Speed
n 100Base-TX
All 100Base-TX ports come with auto-negotiation capability.
They automatically support 100Base-TX and 10Base-T
networks. Users only need to plug a working network device
into one of the 100Base-TX ports, then turn on the hub. The
port will automatically runs in 10Mbps, 20Mbps, 100Mbps or
200Mbps after the negotiation with the connected device.
Port speed adjustment is also available through console port.
n 100Base-FX
The port 16 can be a 100Base-FX fiber-optic port as the
extension module installed (rear) At the mean time, the RJ-
45 port of #16 will being disabled. The Half-/Full-Duplex is
selectable by the DIP-switch on the module. Please refer to
the installation guide of the extension module for more.
2.2.2 Cabling
NOVASwitch 100Base-TX ports use RJ-45 sockets -- similar to
phone jacks -- for connection of unshielded twisted-pair cable
(UTP). The IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet standard requires
Category 5 UTP for 100Mbps 100Base-TX. 10Base-T networks
can use Cat.3, 4, or 5 UTP (see table A below)

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15 16
11 12 Reset
Port Type Cable Type Connector
10Base-T Cat 3, 4, 5 RJ-45
100Base-TX Cat.5 UTP only RJ-45
100Base-FX* 62.5/125µm multi-mode fiber ST / SC
Table A: Supported port list
2.2.3 MDI Switch
Each numbered port of NovaSwitch FNSW-1600S are MDI-X
port, you can direct use straight cable for the connection to your
end nodes. However, port#12 is with one push button. To push
the button to convert the port to MDI-II port for direct hub
cascade. Please also refer to Section “RJ-45 Pin Assignment”
for more.
2.2.4 Status LEDs
One green LED to show power On/Off is on the front panel, and one
“Module Installed”LED indicator to indicate the rear open slot is
installed with a fiber-optic module. Also, each port has three status
LED indicators, as shown below.
LABEL STATUS /
COLOR MEANING DESCRIPTION
Steady
Amber FDX Lit to indicate Full-Duplex mode detected on that port
UPPER
ROW Blink
Amber COL Blinks if a collision is detected when the port is in Half-Duplex
mode.
Steady
Green Link Lit to indicate that a valid physical
UTP/STP connection is detected
MIDDLE
ROW Blink
Green Activity Blink to indicate the port is
receiving data packets
LOWER
ROW Steady
Green 100M Lit to indicate that a valid physical
UTP/STP connection exists on
that port runs in 100Mbps

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OFF 10M Remains off and Link ON to
indicate the port runs in 10Mbps
Table B: FNSW-1600S Port-LED Functions
2.3 The Rear Panel
Figure 2: Rear View of FNSW-1600S
2.3.1 Extension Slot
The Switch port #16 can be a 100Base-FX switching port as the
extension module installed. As the module installed, the port#16 on
the front panel will be disabled.
Please refer to the Installation Guide of the module for the detailed
installation and settings.
NOTE: While powering on, The Switch detects the DIP-
switch status of the module, then shown on the
front panel LED indicators
2.3.2 Power Connector
The Power Connector is designed to be used with the power
cord included in the product package. Attach the female end of
the cord to the power connector and the male end of the cord to
a grounded power outlet. The accepted power range is from
100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60Hz.
2.3.3 Fan
All computing and communications devices work best when not
overheated. Please keep the fan area clear so that the cooling
function is not impaired.

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2.3.4 RS-232 Console
The RS-232 console helps to manage the Switch. Please use
the cable with the package. Attach one end to the switch and
the other to your PC’s COM1 or COM2. Then startup your
console program like Windows Hyper Terminal, or ProCOMM
with parameter: 19200, n, 8, 1. Please refer to Chapter 4,
Console management for more.

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3. INSTALLATION
The Switch do NOT require software configuration. Users can
immediately use any of the features of this product simply by
attaching the cables and turning on the power. However, the
Console port will helps to have more setting to your swtiches.
To get the best use of the Switch, many things need to be
considered first. See Chapter 5 for details.
3.1 Rack-Mount Installation
Most users prefer to attach the power cord to the hub before
installation in a network rack. Do not plug the other end of the
cord into a power outlet until after the hub is installed.
For mounting the Switch in a network rack, first attach the
rack-mount brackets to the side of the hub with screws. (Both
brackets and screws are included in the product package.) Slide
the hub into the rack and align the holes in the bracket with the
corresponding holes in the network rack. Attach the bracket to
the rack with the enclosed screws.
3.2 Desktop Installation
To locate the Switch on a desktop, first attach the four rubber
feet to the bottom of the hub, one in each corner. Place the hub
on a clean, flat desk or table-top close to a power outlet. Make
sure there is no hindrance behind the fan of the hub
Plug in all network connections, then turn the switch on via plug
in the power cord.

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3.3 Power notes:
1. The device is a power-required device, it means, it will not
work till it is powered. If your networks should active all the
time, please consider use an UPS (Uninterrupted Power
Supply) for your device. It will prevent you from network data
loss or network downtime.
2.In some area, installing a surge suppression device may also
help to protect your hub from being damaged by unregulated
surge or current to the Switch or the power adapter.

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4.CONSOLE CONFIGURATION
On the rear panel, there is one console port for configuring the switch.
The attached cable in the packing box is used to connect to PC’s
RS232C port (COM1, or COM2). Following the instructions below to
configure the switch.
4.1 CONNECT TO PC
RS-232 serial cable
Attach the RS-232 cable 9-pin female connector to the male
connector on the demo board. Plug the other side of this cable
to your PC.
Hyper Terminal
In Window 95/98, launch “HyperTerminal”, create a new
connection and adjust setting as below:
Baud Rate: 19200bps
Data byte: 8 bits
Parity check: None
Stop bit: 1
Flow Control: No
Console Menu
Launch the new terminal you just set up, and then, turn on the
Switch. See the following messages for successful connection.

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There are six options available for the console setup:
(1) Port Setting
(2) VLAN
(3) TRUNK
(4) Port Enable/Disable
(5) Address Aging
(6) Restore to Factory Default
To enter any of the sub-menu, simply follow the instruction and
Type the number on the command line, and press ENTER.
Be noted before start up, all your setting will require save to
make the settings take effect
4.2 Port Setting
Entry:
Select “1”from <Console Menu>
Purpose:
Set up the Auto Neg. Speed .Duplex.Flow control of each Port
Default:
Enable per Port
.
4.2.1 Auto Neg. Setting
Press “Tab”move to next item, press “Space Bar”
To Toggle item
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Auto Neg. O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
Purpose: “Auto Neg.

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Enable per Port
4.2.2 Speed Setting
“
Tab
”
to next item, press “Space Bar”
To Toggle item
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Speed. 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
Purpose:
Set up the Speed per Port
Default:
100Mbps per Port
Be noted before start up, all your setting will require save to
make the settings take effect
4.2.3 Duplex Setting
Press “Tab”move to next item, press “Space Bar”
To Toggle item
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Duplex. F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F F
Purpose:
Set up the Half/Full Duplex mode per Port
Default:
Full Duplex mode per Port
Note: Press[s] to SAVE to make the setting take effect.
4.2.4 Flow Control Setting
Press “Tab”move to next item, press “Space Bar”
To Toggle item
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Flow Control. O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O

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Purpose:
Enable/Disable the Flow Control per Port
Default:
Eanble per Port
Be noted before start up, all your setting will require save to
make the settings take effect
To make the flow control active,you are also reguire to enable the
Flow control function of the connected device, or the port will
disable it once the connected device don’t have the capability
4.3 VLAN Setting
Entry:
Select “2”from < Console Menu>
Purpose:
Set up the VLAN Group
Default:
No VLAN Group in the device(all ports in VLAN1)
Be noted before start up, all your setting will require save to
make the settings take effect
VLAN setting example 1
Press “Tab”move to next item, press “Space Bar”
To Toggle item
Follow the selection to add port1 to VLAN2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
G2 O x x x x x x x x x x x x x x x

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Follow the steps again to add the VLAN groups
VLAN setting example 2
Add port 5 to the five VLANs to make it server for those VLANS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
G1 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
G2 OxxxOxxxxxxxxxxx
G3 xxxxOxxxxxxxxxxx
G4 xxxxOxxxxxxxxxxx
G5 xxxxOxxxxxxxxxxx
4.4 TRUNK Setting
Entry:
Select “3”from < Console Menu>
Purpose:
Set up the TRUNKING Group
Default:
No TRUNKING Group in the device
4.4.1 Trunking Group Setting
[Trunk Setting]
trunk1 Disable
trunk2 Disable
[Tab] : Move to next item
[Space Bar] : Toggle item
[S] : Save & Exit

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[Q] : Quit
Press “Tab”move to next item, press “Space Bar”
To Toggle item
Note:
In default once Trunk enable, the following ports will group as a trunk
Ports per TrunkTrunk1(port used)
2 Port 1.5
4 Port 1.2.5.6
6 Port 1.2.3.5.6.7
Ports per TrunkTrunk2(port used)
2 Port 11.15
4 Port 11.12.15.16
At the mean time,the device you connect to should also support ,and
enable the Trunk capability
4.5 Port Enable/Disable Setting
Entry:
Select “4”from < Console Manu>
Purpose:Display the Port Status
Default:Enable per Port
[prot Enable/Disable]
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Status O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O
[Tab] : Move to next item
[Space Bar] : Toggle item
[S] : Save & Exit
[Q] : Quit
Press “Tab”move to next item, press “Space Bar”
To Toggle item
Port Enable/Disable Setting Example 1
Disable Port 1 and Port 2
[prot Enable/Disable]