TRENDnet TE100S8P - Fast Ethernet Switch User manual

TE100-S5P
TE100-S8P
5/8-port 10/100Mbps
Auto-MDI
Fast Ethernet Switch
User’s Guide

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FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
regulations for a Class B 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 this user’s guide,
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.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference, in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.
VCCI Mark Warning

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ABOUT THIS GUIDE..................................................................3
PURPOSE...........................................................................................3
TERMS/USAGE.................................................................................3
OVERVIEW OFTHIS USER’S GUIDE..............................................3
INTRODUCTION..........................................................................4
FAST ETHERNET TECHNOLOGY....................................................4
SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY.............................................................5
FEATURES.........................................................................................6
UNPACKING AND SETUP........................................................8
UNPACKING.....................................................................................8
SETUP................................................................................................8
IDENTIFYING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS.....................9
FRONT PANEL..................................................................................9
REAR PANEL..................................................................................10
LED INDICATORS.........................................................................11
CONNECTING THE SWITCH...............................................13
PC TO SWITCH...............................................................................13
HUB TO SWITCH............................................................................13
SWITCH TO SWITCH (OTHER DEVICES).......................................13
PORT SPEED & DUPLEXMODE...................................................14
RJ-45 PIN SPECIFICATION...................................................15
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..........................................16

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
Congratulations on your purchase of the 5/8-port 10/100M Fast
Ethernet Switch. This device integrates 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and
10Mbps Ethernet network capabilities in a highly flexible desktop
package.
Purpose
This manual discusses how to install the 5/8-port 10/100M Fast
Ethernet Switch.
Terms/Usage
In this guide, the term “Switch” (first letter upper case) refers to the
5/8-port 10/100M auto-negotiation Fast Ethernet Switch, and ”switch”
(first letter lower case) refers to other Ethernet switches.
Overview of this User’s Guide
Introduction: Describes the Switch and its features.
Unpacking and Setup: Helps you get started with the basic
installation of the Switch.
Identifying External Components: Describes the front panel,
rear panel and LED indicators of the Switch.
Connecting the Switch: Explains how to connect the Switch to
your Ethernet network.
Technical Specifications: Lists the technical (general, physical
and environmental, and performance) specifications of the
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RJ-45 Pin Specification: Describes the RJ-45
receptacle/connector.
INTRODUCTION
This chapter describes the features of the Switch and some
background information about Ethernet/Fast Ethernet
switching technology.
Fast Ethernet Technology
The growing importance of LANs and the increasing
complexity of desktop computing applications are fueling the
need for high performance networks. A number of high-speed
LAN technologies have been proposed to provide greater
bandwidth and improve client/server response times. Among
them, 100BASE-T (Fast Ethernet) provides a non-disruptive,
smooth evolution from the current 10BASE-T technology. The
non-disruptive and smooth evolution nature, and the
dominating potential market base, virtually guarantee cost
effective and high performance Fast Ethernet solutions in the
years to come.
100Mbps Fast Ethernet is a standard specified by the IEEE
802.3 LAN committee. It is an extension of the 10Mbps
Ethernet standard with the ability to transmit and receive data
at 100Mbps, while maintaining the CSMA/CD Ethernet
protocol. Some of the 100Mbps Fast Ethernet products
(10/100Mbps dual-speed) are compatible with 10Mbps
Ethernet environments; they provide a straightforward upgrade
and take advantage of the existing investment in hardware,
software, and personnel training.

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Switching Technology
Another approach to pushing beyond the limits of Ethernet
technology is the development of switching technology. A
switch bridges Ethernet packets at the MAC address level of
the Ethernet protocol transmitting among connected Ethernet
or Fast Ethernet LAN segments.
Switching is a cost-effective way of increasing the total
network capacity available to users on a local area network. A
switch increases capacity and decreases network loading by
dividing a local area network into different segments, which
don’t compete with each other for network transmission
capacity.
The switch acts as a high-speed selective bridge between the
individual segments. The switch, without interfering with any
other segments, automatically forwards traffic that needs to go
from one segment to another. By doing this the total network
capacity is multiplied, while still maintaining the same network
cabling and adapter cards.
For Fast Ethernet networks, a switch is an effective way of
eliminating problems of chaining hubs beyond the “two-
repeater limit.” A switch can be used to split parts of the
network into different collision domains, making it possible to
expand your Fast Ethernet network beyond the 205-meter
network diameter limit for 100BASE-TX networks. Switches
supporting both traditional 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast
Ethernet are also ideal for bridging between the existing
10Mbps networks and the new 100Mbps networks.
Switching LAN technology is a marked improvement over the

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previous generation of network bridges, which were
characterized by higher latencies. Routers have also been used
to segment local area networks, but the cost of a router, the
setup and maintenance required make routers relatively
impractical. Today, switches are an ideal solution to most
kinds of local area network congestion problems.
Features
The Switch was designed for easy installation and high performance
in an environment where traffic on the network and the number of
user increase continuously.
The Switch with its small, compact size was specifically designed for
small to mid size workgroups. This Switch can be installed where
space is limited; moreover, they provide immediate access to a rapidly
growing network through a wide range of user-reliable functions.
The Switch is ideal for deployment with multiple high-speed servers
for shared bandwidth 10Mbps or 100Mbps workgroups. With the
highest bandwidth 200Mbps (100Mbps full-duplex mode), any port
can provide workstations with a congestion-free data pipe for
simultaneous access to the server.
The Switch is expandable by cascading two or more switches
together. As all ports support 200Mbps, the Switch can be cascaded
from any port and to any number of switches.
The Switch is a perfect choice for site planning to upgrade to Fast
Ethernet in the future. Ethernet workgroups can connect to the Switch
now, and change adapters and hubs anytime later without needing to
change the Switches or reconfigure the network.
The Switch combine dynamic memory allocation with store-and-
forward switching to ensure that the buffer is effectively allocated for
each port, while controlling the data flow between the transmit and

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receive nodes to guarantee against all possible packet loss.
The Switch is an unmanaged 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch that offers
solutions in increasing small Ethernet/Fast Ethernet workgroup
bandwidth. Other key features are:
?? Store and forward switching scheme capability. As the result
of complete frame checking and error frame filtering, this
scheme prevents error packages from transmitting among
segments.
?? Auto-MDI function supports automatic MDI/MDIX crossover
detection function gives true ‘plug and play’ capability without
the need of confusing crossover cables or crossover ports.
?? Auto-negotiation for any port. This allows for auto-sensing of
speed (10/100Mbps) thereby providing you with automatic and
flexible solutions in your network connections.
?? Flow control for any port. This minimizes dropped packets by
sending out collision signals when the port’s receiving buffer is
full. Note that flow control is only available in half duplex
mode.
?? Data filtering rate eliminates all error packets, runts, etc., per
port at wire-speed for 100Mbps speed.
?? Data filtering rate eliminates all error packets, runts, etc., per
port at wire-speed for 10Mbps speed.

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UNPACKING AND SETUP
This chapter provides unpacking and setup information for the
Switch.
Unpacking
Open the box of the Switch and carefully unpack it. The box
should contain the following items:
One 5 or 8-port 10/100M Fast Ethernet Switch
One External AC Power Adapter
This User’s Guide
If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your
local reseller for replacement.
Setup
The setup of the Switch can be performed using the following
steps:
?? The surface must support at least 1.5 Kg for the Switch.
?? The power outlet should be within 1.82 meters (6 feet) of
the Switch.
?? Visually inspect the DC power jack and make sure that it
is securely connected to the power adapter.
?? Make sure that there is proper heat dissipation from and
adequate ventilation around the Switch. Do not place
heavy objects on the Switch.