TP-Link TL-SF1016DS User manual

Installation Guide
10/100Mbps Unmanaged Switch
TL-SF1016DS/TL-SF1016
Enterprise Networking Solution
TL-SF1024D/TL-SF1024
TL-SF1048

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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.
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.1)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause2)
undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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This Installation Guide is also available in PDF on our website. To obtain the latest
documentation and prodcut information, please visit our official website:
http://www.tp-link.com
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This Installation Guide describes the hardware characteristics, installation methods
and the points that should be attended to during installation. This Installation
Guide is structured as follows:
Chapter 1 Introduction. This chapter describes the external components of
the switch.
Chapter 2 Installation. This chapter illustrates how to install the switch.
Chapter 3 Lightning Protection. This chapter illustrates how to prevent
lightning damage.
Chapter 4 Connection. This chapter illustrates how to do the physical connec-
tion of the switch.
Appendix A Troubleshooting.
Appendix B Hardware Specifications.
Appendix C Technical Support.
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This Installation Guide is for:
Network Engineer Network Administrator
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Due to the similarity in structure of TL-SF1016DS/TL-SF1016/TL-SF1024D/
TL-SF1024/TL-SF1048 10/100Mbps Unmanaged Switch series, in this Installation
Guide we take TL-SF1016 as an example to illustrate Chapter 2 Installation,
Chapter 3 Lighting Protection and Chapter 4 Connection.
This Guide uses the specific formats to highlight special messages. The following
table lists the notice icons that are used throughout this guide.
Remind to be careful. A caution indicates a potential which may result in
device damage.
Remind to take notice. The note contains the helpful information for a
better use of the product.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ——————————— 01
1.1 Product Overview...................................................................01
1.2 Features......................................................................................01
1.3 Appearance...............................................................................01
Chapter 2 Installation ———————————— 04
2.1 Package Contents ...................................................................04
2.2 Safety Precautions ..................................................................04
2.3 Installation Tools......................................................................06
2.4 Product Installation................................................................07
Chapter 3 Lightning Protection ———————— 09
3.1 Cabling Reasonably................................................................09
3.2 Connect to Ground.................................................................11
3.3 Equipotential Bonding..........................................................12
3.4 Use Lightning Arrester..........................................................13
Chapter 4 Connection ——————————— 15
4.1 Ethernet Port ............................................................................15
4.2 Verify Installation ....................................................................15
4.3 Power On....................................................................................15
4.4 Initialization ..............................................................................16
Appendix A Troubleshooting ————————— 16
Appendix B Hardware Specications —————— 17
Appendix C Technical Support ————————— 18

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10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch
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TL-SF1016/TL-SF1016DS/TL-SF1024/TL-SF1024D/TL-SF1048 switch provides 16/24/48
10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 ports. Each port of the TL-SF1016/TL-SF1016DS/
TL-SF1024/TL-SF1024D/TL-SF1048 supports auto MDI/MDI-X function, eliminating the
need for crossover cables or Uplink ports. The switch is Plug-and-Play and any port can be
simply plugged into a server, a hub or a switch, using straight cable or crossover cable.
The TL-SF1016/TL-SF1016DS/TL-SF1024/TL-SF1024D/TL-SF1048 16/24/48-port
10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch provides you with a low-cost, easy-to-use, high-
performance, seamless and standard upgrade to improve your old network to a
100Mbps network. It will boost your network performance up to full duplex data
transfer.
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Complies with IEEE802.3, IEEE802.3u standards
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16/24/48 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation RJ45 ports supporting Auto- MDI/MDIX
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Supports IEEE802.3X flow control for full-duplex mode and backpressure for half-
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duplex mode
LED indicators for monitoring power, link, activity, speed
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Rack-mountable steel case
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Internal power supply
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Front Panel
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The front panel of The TL-SF1016 is shown as the following figure.
LEDs
10/100Mbps RJ45 Port
Front Panel of TL-SF1016Figure 1-1
The front panel of The TL-SF1016DS is shown as the following figure.
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LEDs
10/100Mbps RJ45 Port
Front Panel of TL-SF1016DSFigure 1-2
The front panel of The TL-SF1024 is shown as the following figure.
LEDs
10/100Mbps RJ45 Port
Front Panel of TL-SF1024Figure 1-3
The front panel of The TL-SF1024D is shown as the following figure.
LEDs
10/100Mbps RJ45 Port
Front Panel of TL-SF1024DFigure 1-4
The front panel of The TL-SF1048 is shown as the following figure.
LEDs
10/100Mbps RJ45 Port
Front Panel of TL-SF1048Figure 1-5
LEDs
LED Status Indication
Power
On The switch is powered on
Off The switch is powered off or power supply is abnormal
Flashing Power supply is abnormal
Link/Act
On A device is linked to the corresponding port
Flashing Data is being transmitted or received
Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port
100Mbps
On The corresponding port is running at 100Mbps
Off There is no device linked to the corresponding port or
the port is running at 10Mbps
Note: Because of the difference among the switch models, some switches don’t have
the 100Mbps indicator, such as TL-SF1048, TL-SF1016DS and TL-SF1024D switch.
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10/100Mbps Port
Designed to connect to the device with a bandwidth of 10Mbps or 100Mbps. Each
has a corresponding 10/100Mbps LED.
Rear Panel
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The rear panel of the switch is shown as the following figure.
Grounding Terminal
Power Socket
Rear PanelFigure 1-6
Grounding Terminal
The switch already comes with lightning protection mechanism. You can also ground
the switch through the PE (Protecting Earth) cable of AC cord or with Ground Cable.
For detailed information, please refer to Chapter 3 Lightning Protection.
Power Socket
Connect the female connector of the power cord here, and the male connector to
the AC power outlet. Please make sure the voltage of the power supply meets the
requirement of the input voltage.
Caution: Please use the provided power cord.
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10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch
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Make sure that the package contains the following items. If any of the listed items is
damaged or missing, please contact your distributor.
One Switch One Power Cord This Installation Guide
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To avoid any device damage and bodily injury caused by improper use, please observe
the following rules.
Safety Precautions
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Keep the power off during the installation.
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Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, and make sure that the wrist strap has a good
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skin contact and is well grounded.
Use only the power cord provided with the device.
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Make sure that the supply voltage matches the specifications indicated on the rear
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panel of the device.
Ensure the vent hole is well ventilated and unblocked.
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Do not open or remove the cover of the device.
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Before cleaning the device, cut off the power supply. Do not clean it by the waterish
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cloth, and never use any other liquid cleaning method.
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Two mounting brackets and the
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Site Requirements
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Temperature/Humidity
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Please keep a proper temperature and humidity in the equipment room. Too high/low
humidity may lead to bad insulation, electricity leakage, mechanical property changes
and corrosions. Too high temperature may accelerate aging of the insulation materials
and can thus significantly shorten the service life of the device. For normal temperature
and humidity of the device, please check the following table.
Environment Temperature Humidity
Operating 0℃~ 40℃10% ~ 90%RH Non-condensing
Storage -40℃~ 70℃5% ~ 90%RH Non-condensing
Clearness
The dust accumulated on the device can be absorbed by static electricity and result
in poor contact of metal contact points. Some measures have been taken for the
device to prevent static electricity, but too strong static electricity can cause deadly
damage to the electronic elements on the internal circuit board. To avoid the effect of
static electricity on the operation of the device, please attach much importance to the
following items:
Dust the device regularly, and keep the indoor air clean.
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Keep the device well grounded and ensure static electricity has been transferred.
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Electromagnetic Interference
Electronic elements including capacitance and inductance on the device can be affected
by external interferences, such as conducted emission by capacitance coupling,
inductance coupling, and impedance coupling. To decrease the interferences, please
make sure to take the following measures:
Use the power supply that can effectively filter interference from the power grid.
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Keep the device far from high-frequency, strong-current devices, such as radio
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transmitting station.
Use electromagnetic shielding when necessary.
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Lightening Protection
Extremely high voltage currents can be produced instantly when lightning occurs and the air
in the electric discharge path can be instantly heated up to 20,000℃. As this instant current
is strong enough to damage electronic devices, more effective lightning protection measures
should be taken.
Ensure the rack and device are well earthed.
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Make sure the power socket has a good contact with the ground.
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Keep a reasonable cabling system and avoid induced lightning.
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Use the signal SPD (Surge Protective Device) when wiring outdoor.
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Note: For detailed lightning protection measures, please refer to Chapter 3
Lightning Protection.
Installation Site
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When installing the device on a rack or a flat workbench, please note the following
items:
The rack or workbench is flat and stable, and sturdy enough to support the weight
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of 5.5kg at least.
The rack or workbench has a good ventilation system. The equipment room is well
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ventilated.
The rack is well grounded. Keep the power socket less than 1.5 meters away from
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the device.
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Phillips screwdriver
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ESD-preventive wrist wrap
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Cables
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