TRENDnet TE100-S86FX User manual

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Preface
This manual describes how to install and use the provided eight-
port Fast Ethernet Switch, which features that 10/100BASE-TX
ports automatically sense the presence of 100Mbps or 10Mbps
Ethernet networks. 100BASE-FX Multi-mode and Single-mode
fiber ports are also available for this product series.
To get the most out of this manual, you should have an
understanding of networking concepts such as bridging, IEEE
802.3 Ethernet and 100BASE-TX/FX Fast Ethernet, and local
area networks (LANs).
For more information about these topics, please refer to the
Appendix.

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Table of Contents
Preface .............................................................................1
Table of Contents...........................................................2
Chapter Overview ..........................................................3
Introduction .............................................................................3
Installation ...............................................................................3
Specifications..........................................................................3
Connector Pinouts..................................................................3
Introduction to LAN & Ethernet Technologies.......................3
Introduction.....................................................................4
Benefits of Switching ..............................................................4
Eight Ports Ethernet Switch ...................................................5
Product Features ....................................................................7
Packing List.............................................................................7
Front Panel .............................................................................8
Ports ...................................................................................8
LEDs.................................................................................10
Installation.................................................................... 14
Selecting a Site for the Switch .............................................14
Connecting to Power............................................................15
Connecting to Your Network................................................16
Specifications .............................................................. 17
Appendix A - Connector Pinouts ............................. 18
Appendix B –Introduction to LAN & Ethernet
Technologies............................................................ 19

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Chapter Overview
Introduction
A general overview of switching benefits and the features of the
Switch this manual accompanied with.
Installation
Everything you need to know to install and configure the Switch
with your network.
Specifications
The Switch’s specifications at a glance.
Connector Pinouts
See Appendix A for more information.
Introduction to LAN & Ethernet Technologies
See Appendix B for more information.

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Introduction
Benefits of Switching
Ethernet switching technology has dramatically boosted the total
bandwidth of a network. It puts configuration flexibility and
bandwidth adaptability into the local workgroups where the
majority of work is generated.
It further eliminates congestion problems inherent to the
CSMA/CD protocol and improves predictable response time
under heavy network loads. Expensive routing equipment was
used in the past to reduce the congestion under heavy loads.
The new wave of object-oriented client and server applications
demands higher bandwidth and tighter integration of client
work stations with servers. The old shared-access Ethernet
technology provides neither enough bandwidth nor predictable
response time for this new wave of workgroup computing.
Fast Ethernet switching not only satisfies both technical and
business requirements, but also preserves the user’s existing
investment in the huge 10BASE-T Ethernet installed base.
This compatibility ensures a path for users to add, change, and
migrate to Fast Ethernet as demands emerge. It also provides
a low cost and flexible bandwidth solution directly to local
workgroups where the majority of work is generated, reducing
the need for expensive network equipment.

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Eight Ports Ethernet Switch
The eight-port Fast Ethernet switch offered here adds 100Mbps
switching performance in a cost-effective desktop package.
The Switch has RJ-45 ports, each a 10/100 port capable of
autosensing both speed and half/full duplex mode.
With the demand for fiber, this eight-port switch provides multi-
mode fiber ports.
This switch makes it possible to join a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet
network to an existing 10Mbps Ethernet network. Its internal
cache buffers the traffic from the higher bandwidth 100Mbps
segment to the 10Mbps segment. If you later decide to make
both segments 100Mbps Fast Ethernet, the ports of the switch
will automatically sense the change and adjust to 100Mbps
operation (for RJ-45 ports only).
In addition to the benefits of integrating 10Mbps and 100Mbps
networks, this switch is also useful for segmenting networks
that is bogged down with excess traffic. By splitting a network
into several segments and bridging them, you can cut the
traffic load on your network and reduce collisions on each
segment, especially if you can minimize intersegment traffic by
placing users and devices that normally talk to each other on
the same segment.
This switch fully complies with IEEE802.3u, 100BASE-TX/FX,
and IEEE802.3, 10BASE-T standards. It features "wire-speed”
switching mechanisms as well as the ability to filter local traffic,
collisions, and error packets to maximize network performance.
This eight-port switch also facilitates an affordable and efficient
migration path to 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and can continue to
enhance your network's performance even if you upgrade your

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existing network with standard Ethernet applications,
internetworking systems and client-side adapters to minimize
migration costs.

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Product Features
This eight-port switch provides the following features:
♦ Eight dual-speed 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T or 100BASE-FX
switching ports or 6 100BASE-TX/10BASE-T + 2 100BASE-
FX switching ports
♦ Full- and Half-Duplex capability on every TX ports.
♦ Auto MDIX on every TX ports.
♦ Dip Switch for Full- and Half-Duplex setting on Fiber ports.
♦ Designed in compliance with IEEE802.3, 10BASE-T,
IEEE802.3u, 100BASE-TX and 100BASE-FX standards.
♦ Supports 802.3x Flow Control pause packet for Full-Duplex
in case buffer is full.
♦ Supports Back Pressure function for Half-Duplex operation
in case buffer is full.
♦ Supports Store & Forward architecture and performs
forwarding and filtering at non-blocking full wire speed.
♦ Broadcast Storming Filter function.
♦ Comprehensive array of LED indicators that communicate
the status of the switch and troubleshooting information.
Packing List
When you unpack the switch, you should find the items listed
below. Please inspect the contents, and report any apparent
damage or missing items immediately to your authorized
reseller.
The Eight-port Switch
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AC power cord

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Front Panel
The front panel of the switch has eight ports and an array of LED
indicators to provide you with instant feedback on the status of
the switch.
Figure 1: Front Panel
Ports
The TX ports of the switch automatically senses and adapts itself
to the presence of both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX network
standards. The switch can auto MDIX on any TX ports,
provide easy uplink with any TX port. For 100BASE-FX ports,
since the ports are fiber, they are capable of accepting
100BASE-FX connections only.
When connects to a 100BASE-TX network, the ports operate at
100Mbps in half-duplex mode and 200Mbps in full-duplex
mode. When connects to a 10BASE-T network, the ports
operate at 10Mbps in half-duplex mode and 20Mbps in
full-duplex mode. With 100BASE-FX ports, when it connects
to a 100BASE-FX network, the ports operate at 100Mbps in
half-duplex mode and 200Mbps in full-duplex mode.

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The maximum range of a 100BASE-TX network connected to the
switch is 100 meters with Category 5 shielded twisted-pair and
unshielded twisted-pair (STP/UTP) cable. A 10BASE-T
network may range up to 100 meters with Category 3, 4, or 5
STP/UTP cable. As for the length of FX fiber link between a
switch and Data Terminal Equipment, FX is capable to span at
least 2 Kilometers using 62.5/125-micron fiber-optic cable in
full-duplex mode and 412 meters in half-duplex mode.
The following table summarizes the port and cable specifications
for this switch.
Speed Connector Port Speed
Half/Full
Duplex
Cable
1
00BASE-TX RJ-45 00/200 Mbps 100M, Category 5
STP/UTP
10BASE-T RJ-45 10/20 Mbps
1
00M, Category 3, 4,
or 5 STP/UTP
1
00BASE-FX
S
traigh
t
-tip (ST
or SC)
00/200 Mbps 62.5/125 micron
Multi-Mode
fiber-optic cable

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LEDs
The array of LED indicators on the front panel conveys status
and configuration information to help you monitor and
troubleshoot the switch.
Figure 2: LED & Button Indicators
nPort Status
10/100BASE-TX Ports
Each port has an array of three LEDs to show status information.
The LEDs are identified by a corresponding array of captions
located below the LEDs on the front panel.
LNK/ACT: The link indicator is the top LED. It is illuminated
whenever the port is connected to another
working networked device.
The LED flashes when the port is transmitting
or receiving data.
100: The middle LED comes on whenever the switch
detects that the corresponding port is connected
to a 100BASE-TX segment.