FriendlyNet 4000E Series
Fast Ethernet Switch
FS4002E/FS4004E
FS4008E/FS4016E
User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ............................................TOC-i
About This Manual ...................................................i
Chapter Contents ..........................................i
Document Conventions ................................ii
Introduction .......................................................... 1-1
FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet Switch .................. 1-1
Features ......................................................... 1-2
Performance Features ...................................1-3
Fast Ethernet and Switching Technology ...... 1-3
Fast Ethernet Technology ........................ 1-3
Switching Technology ............................... 1-4
Switch Supports Network Expansion ........ 1-4
Switch Acts as a Bridge Between Network
Segments ................................................ 1-4
Installation ........................................................... 2-1
Package Contents ......................................... 2-1
Components ................................................... 2-2
FS4002E ................................................... 2-2
FS4004E ................................................... 2-3
FS4008E ................................................... 2-4
FS4016E ................................................... 2-4
Cabling and Voltage Requirements ............... 2-5
Cabling Requirements .............................. 2-5
Voltage Requirements .............................. 2-6
Mounting Configurations ................................ 2-6
Desktop Mounting ..................................... 2-6
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Wall Mounting the FS4002E, FS4004E,
and FS4008E ............................................2-7
Rack Mounting the FS4008E or FS4016E 2-8
Connecting Network Devices .........................2-9
Connecting a PC to the Switch .................2-9
Connecting a Hub or a Switch to the
Asanté Switch .........................................2-10
Connecting a Hub with no Uplink Port to
the Switch ..............................................2-10
Powering on the Switch ................................2-11
FS4002E and FS4004E ..........................2-11
FS4008E and FS4016E ..........................2-11
LED Indicators .....................................................3-1
LED Indicators on the Switch .........................3-1
LED Indicators for Power On ....................3-2
LED Indicators for Port Connections .........3-3
Link LED.............................................. 3-3
100Mbps Operation LED..................... 3-3
FDP LEDs (FS4016E Only)................. 3-3
Activity LEDs ....................................... 3-4
Troubleshooting ............................................... A-1
Specifications ................................................... B-1
Technical Support ............................................ C-1
Contacting Technical Support ..................C-1
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About This Manual
This manual describes four models of the FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet FS4000E
Series Switches:
FS4002E — two-port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch
FS4004E — four-port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch
FS4008E — eight-port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch
FS4016E — sixteen-port 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet Switch
These models are similar in every respect except for the number of ports and
LED indicators (FS4016E only). Therefore, unless otherwise noted, all
information provided in this manual is applicable to all.
Chapter Contents
This manual is divided into the following chapters and appendices:
Chapter 1, “Introduction,” describes the FriendlyNet FS4002E,
FS4004E, FS4008E and FriendlyNet FS4016E Fast Ethernet
Switches and their features
Chapter 2, “Installation,” explains how to install, mount, and apply
power to the FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet Switches
Chapter 3, “LED Indicators,” describes how to interpret the LEDs
on the FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet Switches’
Appendix A, “Troubleshooting,” explains how to troubleshoot problems by monitoring the FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet Switches’ LEDs
Appendix B, “Specifications,” describes the FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet Switches’ technical specifications
Appendix C, “Technical Support” explains how to contact Asanté
Technical Support
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Document Conventions
This manual uses the terms “Switch” (first letter upper case) to refer to the
FriendlyNet FS4002E, FS4004E, FS4008E or FS4016E 10/100Mbps Fast
Ethernet Switch, and “switch” (first letter lower case) to refer to all other
Ethernet switches.
This manual uses the following conventions to convey instructions and
information:
Commands and key words are in boldface font.
Note: Noteworthy information, which contains helpful
suggestions or references to other sections in the manual, is
in this format.
Important! Significant information that calls attention to
important features or instructions is in this format.
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Introduction
This chapter introduces the Asanté FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet FS4000E Series
10/100Mbps Switches. It also provides an overview of Fast Ethernet and
switching technology.
FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet Switch
Thank you for purchasing an Asanté FriendlyNet FS4000E Series Switch. The
FriendlyNet FS4000E products are unmanaged 10/100 Fast Ethernet switches.
These switches are designed to address increasing network bandwidth needs and
to accommodate future network expansion.
Power
Power
100 Mbps
FDP
Activity
Link
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Power
Figure 1-1 FriendlyNet FS4002E
Power
Figure 1-2
1234 5678
Figure 1-3 FriendlyNet FS4008E
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Figure 1-4 FriendlyNet FS4016E
12
1234
FriendlyNet FS4004E
FriendlyNet
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
FriendlyNet
16-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
2468 1012
1357 911
FriendlyNet
2-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
FriendlyNet
4-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234
12
10/100Mbps Ports
10/100Mbps Ports
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
14 16
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
13 15
FS4002E
or
Uplink
FS4004E
or
Uplink
FS4008E
or
Uplink
or
Uplink
FS4016E
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Introduction
Each Switch features full plug-and-play installation. Indicators include power,
link, 10/100Mbps, and activity LEDs for easy monitoring of Switch operation.
In addition, the FS4016E switch also features FDP (full- or half-duplex) LED
indicators, which provide a visual indication of duplex operation.
For network expansion, each Switch has an uplink port that makes it easy to
connect it to another Fast Ethernet switch or to the network backbone.
Features
The FriendlyNet FS4000E Series Switches have the following features:
Compact size — designed for small to large workgroups in spacelimited areas; installs on desktop or wall (FS4002E/FS4004E/
FS4008E, optional wall-mount kit for the FS4016E), or installs in a
standard 19-inch equipment rack (FS4008E/FS4016E).
Plug-and-play installation
Connects from two to sixteen (depends on model) 10Base-T or
100Base-TX segments per switch
Provides an uplink selector button for connecting to another network
device without using a crossover cable
Automatic speed detection on all ports to determine network speed
Full NWay auto-negotiation for half- or full-duplex operation on all
ports
Asanté’s Intelligent Forwarding Technology chooses the fastest
packet forwarding method: fragment free or store-and-forward
Asanté’s Efficient Data Flow Technology promotes smooth, predict-
able cell transfer which maximizes time sensitive data transmission
Allows cascading from any port to any number of switches (limit of
seven chained switches in spanning tree enabled networks).
Complies with IEEE 802.3 Ethernet/802.3u Fast Ethernet standard
Works with Category 3 or 5 UTP (unshielded twisted-pair) cable
Provides power, link, 10/100Mbps operation, and activity or data
LEDs to aid network diagnosis and simple management
Ideal for deployment with multiple high-speed servers for dedicated
bandwidth (10Mbps or 100Mbps) workgroups, or as a segmentation
device for larger congested networks.
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Performance Features
Performance Features
The FriendlyNet FS4002E, FS4004E, FS4008E and FS4016E have the
following performance features:
Asanté’s Intelligent Forwarding Technology feature provides automatic fragment free or store-and-forward switching, which ensures
data integrity with minimum latency
Asanté’s unique EDF (Efficient Data Flow Technology) minimizes
communication delays between ports, which promotes maximum
efficiency for time-sensitive business applications such as video and
multimedia.
NWay auto-negotiation on all ports automatically senses port speed
(10/100Mbps) and negotiates duplex mode (full-duplex or halfduplex)
Data forwarding rate at 100% of wire-speed, or 148,800pps at
100Mbps, 14,880pps at 10Mbps for 64-byte packets
Data filtering at 100% of wire-speed
8K active MAC address entry table per device (self-learning)
4 to 8MB (FS4008E/FS4016E) or 1 to 2MB (FS4002E/FS4004E)
packet buffer per device (dynamically allocated for each port)
Fast Ethernet and Switching Technology
This section provides a brief overview of Fast Ethernet switching technology.
Fast Ethernet Technology
Fast Ethernet, or 100Base-T, represents a non-disruptive, smooth evolution
from the current 10Base-T technology.
Fast Ethernet technology:
Extends the 10Mbps Ethernet standard to transmit and receive data
at 100Mbps
Maintains the CSMA/CD Ethernet protocol
Allows for simple upgrades, since it is compatible with all other
10Mbps Ethernet environments
Takes advantage of your company’s existing investment in hardware,
software and personnel training
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Introduction
Switching T echnology
An Ethernet switch is a device that can direct network traffic among several
Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks. A switch increases network capacity and
decreases network loading by making it possible for a LAN to be divided into
multiple, unique dedicated segments.
Switch Supports Network Expansion
In Fast Ethernet networks, a switch allows chaining of hubs beyond the “tworepeater limit.” A switch can be used to separate the network into different
collision domains, which allows expansion beyond the 205 meter diameter limit
for 100BASE-TX networks.
Asanté Switches support traditional 10Mbps Ethernet and 100Mbps Fast
Ethernet, and are ideal for bridging them without the need for a separate device.
Switch Acts as a Bridge Between Network Segments
A switch acts as a high-speed selective bridge between individual segments.
Traffic that needs to go from one segment to another is automatically forwarded
by a switch, without interfering with any other segments. This allows the total
network capacity to be multiplied while decreasing network loading.
To ensure network reliability, a switch monitors each of its ports for signal
quality. The switch automatically disconnects stations transmitting excessive
noise, then reconnects them when the problem is resolved. A switch also
automatically drops data packets that exceed the maximum allowable length.
This prevents a device from blocking the network by transmitting continuous
data streams or extra-long packets.
The Asanté switching engine supports automatic fragment free packet
forwarding. Fragment free switch mode allows the switch to make the fastest
possible switching decisions without forwarding runt packages on the network.
The switch automatically drops (or filters) illegally short packets known as
runts , which prevent bad packets from propagating across segments. Runts are
usually the result of packet collisions on a congested network.
The Asanté switching engine also supports store and forward switching. It will
automatically choose the safest and fastest method of switching if the source
and destination are at the same speed .I f the speeds are different, such as for a
10Mbps workstation connected to a 100Mbps server, the switch will buffer and
read the entire packet, perform a data validity check, then forward the packet at
the new speed. With Asanté Intelligent Forwarding your FriendlyNet Switch
will automatically pick the best and fastest switching method for you.
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Installation
This chapter explains how to install the FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet FS4000E
Series Switch Family. It contains the following sections:
Package Contents
FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet Switch Components
Cabling and Voltage Requirements
Mounting Configurations
Connecting Network Devices
Powering on the Switch
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Package Contents
The FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet FS4000E Series Switches are shipped with the
following items:
(1) FriendlyNet 2-port FS4002E, 4-port FS4004E, 8-port FS4008E
or 16-port FS4016E Fast Ethernet Switch
(1) AC power cord for FS4008E or FS4016E
(1) Receptacle-mount AC/DC converter for FS4002E or FS4004E)
(4) Self-adhesive rubber feet
(1) Wall-mount kit (FS4002E, FS4004E and FS4008E only) which
includes two pan-head #10x3/4 screws and two plastic screw anchors
(1) Rack-mount kit (FS4008E and FS4016E only) which includes
two rack-mounting brackets and mounting screws
(1) User’s Manual (this book)
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Installation
Components
This section describes the front- and back-panel layouts of the FS4000E Series
Switches. The only front panel contol on the FS4002E, FS4004E and FS4008E
Switches is the Uplink pushbutton switch, and the only control on the rear
panel is the Ports Half Duplex Full NWay DIP switch. These units have the
same LED indicator arrangement except for differences due to the number of
ports. LED indicators are described in detail in Chapter 3.
The FS4016E is similar to the other Switches. It has an uplink pushbutton
switch on the front panel but does not have any controls on the back panel. The
duplex/NWay function provided by the Ports Half Duplex Full NWay DIP
switch in the FS4002E/FS4004/FS4008 units is implemented automatically in
the FS4016E. T he function status is indicated by a row of FDP (full-duplex)
LEDs on the front panel.
The Uplink pushbutton switch is connected to a single port on each Switch.
In Normal position, the port associated with the switch operates like any other
port on the unit. When the Uplink pushbutton is in the depressed position, the
port associated with the switch becomes an uplink port and eliminates the need
for a crossover cable.
Cable tie points are provided on the back panel of the FS4002E and FS4004E
Switches and may be used to secure the power cord to the panel.
FS4002E
The front panel of the FS4002E contains two 10/100Mbps ports, one uplink
switch button, and LED indicators. See Figure 2-1.
Uplink Port (Selector)
FriendlyNet
12
Power
LEDs
2-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
12
10/100Mbps Ports
Two 10/100 Ports
Figure 2-1 FriendlyNet FS4002E front panel
The back panel of the FS4002E contains a 12Vdc power connector , which uses
a 115Vac receptacle-mount (or “brick”) type dc pow er supply. It also contains a
Ports switch consisting of two DIP switches. The DIP switches set the mode of
operation for each port, either Half Duplex or Full NWay. See Figure 2-2 .
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Port DIP Switches
Power Connector
N/A N/A
1 2
12V DC
Figure 2-2 FriendlyNet FS4002E back panel
Note: The FS4002E does not have a power switch. The
FS4002E is automatically powered on as soon as the power
cord is connected between the FS4002E and a power outlet.
FS4004E
The front panel of the FS4004E contains four 10/100 Mbps ports, one uplink
switch button, and LED indicators. See Figure 2-3.
Uplink Port (Selector)
FriendlyNet
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Power
LEDs
4-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234
10/100Mbps Ports
Four 10/100 Ports
Figure 2-3 FriendlyNet FS4004E front panel
The back panel of the FS4004E contains a 12Vdc power connector , which uses
a 115Vac receptacle-mount (or “brick”) type dc pow er supply. It also contains a
ports switch consisting of four DIP switches. The DIP switches set the mode of
operation for each port, either half-duplex or full NWay. See Figure 2-4.
Port DIP Switches
Power Connector
FS4004E
or
Uplink
1 2 3 4
Figure 2-4 FriendlyNet FS4004E back panel
12Vdc
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◆ Note: The FS4004E does not have a power switch. The
FS4002E is automatically powered on as soon as the power
cord is connected to the FS4004E and to a power outlet.
FS4008E
The front panel of the FS4008E consists of eight 10/100 Mbps ports, one
uplink button switch, and LED indicators. See Figure 2-5.
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FriendlyNet
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
Eight 10/100 Ports
Uplink Port
(Selector)
or
Uplink
FS4008E
Figure 2-5 FriendlyNet FS4008E front panel
The back panel of the FS4008E contains a100-240V ac po wer connector. It also
contains a Ports switch consisting of nine DIP switches. (One of the DIP
switches, marked N/A, is not used.) The DIP switches set the mode of
operation for each port, either Half Duplex or Full NWay.
AC Power Connector
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 N/A
115/230V AC Input
Port DIP Switches
Figure 2-6 FriendlyNet FS4008E back panel
◆ Note: The FS4008E does not have a power switch. The
FS4008E is automatically powered on as soon as the power
cord is connected to the FS4008E and to a power outlet.
FS4016E
The front panel of the FS4016E contains sixteen 10/100Mbps ports, one
uplink switch button, and LED indicators. See Figure 2-7.
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Cabling and Voltage Requirements
Power
100 Mbps
FDP
Activity
Link
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Uplink Port
FriendlyNet
16-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
2468 1012
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
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Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
Sixteen 10/100 Ports
Figure 2-7 FriendlyNet FS4016E front panel
14 16
13 15
(Selector)
or
Uplink
The back panel of the FS4016E contains a 100-240 VAC power connector.
There are no other controls or indicators. See Figure 2-8.
AC Power Connector
AC Power
100-240V
Figure 2-8 FriendlyNet FS4016E back panel
FS4016E
◆ Note: The FS4016E does not have a power switch. The
FS4016E is automatically powered on as soon as the power
cord is connected between the FS4016E and a power outlet.
Cabling and Voltage Requirements
This section describes the cabling and voltage requirements of the Switches.
Cabling Requirements
100Base-TX requires the use of data-grade Category 5) UTP (unshielded
twisted-pair) cable. Category 3 wiring may be used for 10Base-T.
▲ Important! Some installations have Category 5 cabling but
do not have wall outlets and/or wiring closet punch-down
blocks that meet Category 5 requirements.
100Base-TX requires that all wiring and accessories meet
EIA/TIA 568B specifications for proper operation. When
wiring a 100Base-TX network, make sure that the entire
cable plant meets specifications.
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Voltage Requirements
Check the AC power line voltage used in your area. The AC power adapter
included with the FS4002E and FS4004E Switches must match the
utility power.
The FS4008E and FS4016E are equipped with an internal power supply. Power
sensing is automatic for all international utility power . Ther e is no power switch
on either of these units, they are powered on when the power cor d is connected
between the Switch and the power outlet.
Mounting Configurations
This section describes how to mount the Switch on a desktop or a wall. It also
explains how to install the Switch in an equipment rack.
Desktop Mounting
To mount the Switch on a desktop or shelf:
1 Attach the four rubber feet (supplied) to the bottom of
each corner on the Switch. See Figure 2-9.
FriendlyNet
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Power
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
or
Uplink
Figure 2-9 Desktop mounting
2 Place the Switch on a flat, stable, horizontal desktop or
shelf.
Make sure you allow enough ventilation space between the
Switch and surrounding objects.
The Switch is ready for network connections.
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FS4008E
Mounting Configurations
Wall Mounting the FS4002E, FS4004E, and FS4008E
The FS4002E, FS4004E, and FS4008E come with a wall-mount kit. The kit
consists of screws and wall anchors.
▲ Important! The FS4016E cannot be wall-mounted without
the optional wall mount kit, part number 99-00486--07.
To mount the FS4002E, FS4004E, and FS4008E on a wall, consider the
following when selecting a site:
❑ Select a site that is free of obstructions from other equipment or
devices
❑ Place the Switch high enough to easily observe LED indicators and to
allow for easy power and cable access
❑ Decide how you want the orientation of the front panel.
To mount the FS4002E, FS4004E, or FS4008E on a wall:
1 Measure the screw holes on the bottom of the Switch.
2 Drill two holes into the wall equalling the same distance as
measured in step 1.
▲ Important! Drill the holes only to the depth of the screw’s
length. If the holes are too deep, the mount may not be
secure.
3 Insert the plastic anchors (supplied) into the drilled holes
and gently tap them in with a hammer.
4 Insert and turn the screws (supplied) into the plastic
anchors, leaving a small portion of the screws sticking out.
▲ Important! If the screw head is too high and the unit stands
too far off the wall, accidental pressure could cause screw
heads to press into the circuit board, and result in damage.
5 Lift the Switch and align the slots on the bottom of the
Switch with the screw anchors.
6 Gently slide the Switch onto the screws.
The Switch wall mounting is complete. The Switch is ready
for network connections.
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Rack Mounting the FS4008E or FS4016E
The FS4008E and FS4016E come with a rack-mounting kit.
▲ Important! The FS4002E and FS4004E cannot be
installed in an equipment rack.
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The FS4008E or FS4016E can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment
rack. This rack can be placed in a wiring closet with other equipment.
To install the Switch in an equipment rack:
1 Attach the two mounting brackets (supplied) on each side
of the chassis. See Figure 2-10.
FriendlyNet
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Power
Figure 2-10 Attaching mounting brackets to the FS4008E
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
FS4008E
or
Uplink
Rack-mount bracket
2 Mount the Switch in the equipment rack by screwing the
mounting brackets to the equipment rack. See Figure 2-11.
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Power
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
FS4008E
or
Uplink
Figure 2-11 Mounting the FS4008E in an equipment rack
The rack mounting is complete. The Switch is ready for
network connections.
Connecting Network Devices
Connecting Network Devices
Before you connect network devices to the Switch, review the following
guidelines:
❑ Make sure the network cable length is less than 100 meters (Category
5 and up)
◆ Note: Category 3 is acceptable for 10Base-T
❑ Use a straight-through twisted pair cable or a crossover cable when
appropriate for either uplink or standard data ports
❑ When connecting two switches together (cascading switches), make
sure that the link between them is no longer than 100 meters
❑ Network cable segments can be connected to, or disconnected from,
the Switch while the Switch’s power is on
Connecting a PC to the Switch
❑ Use a four-pair Category 5 UTP straight-through cable with RJ-45
connectors
❑ Connect the PC to any of the Switch’s ports. See Figure 2-12
123456 78
Power
FriendlyNet
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
Straight-through network cable
Figure 2-12 Connecting a PC to the Switch
or
Uplink
FS4008E
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Connecting a Hub or a Switch to the Asanté Switch
❑ Use a two-pair Category 5 UTP straight-through cable with RJ-45
connectors
❑ Connect the hub’s uplink port to any of the Switch’s ports. See
Figure 2-13
FS4008E
Hub
Power
FriendlyNet
123456 78
Power
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
Straight-through network cable
straight-through cable
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
100Mbps
Partition
100Mbps Link/Receive
FriendlyNet
Stackable 8-port Dual Speed Ethernet Hub
1234578
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Hub’s uplink port
Figure 2-13 Connecting a hub to the Switch
FH8DS
or
Uplink
FS4008E
or
Uplink
Connecting a Hub with no Uplink Port to the Switch
If a hub is not equipped with an uplink port, connection can be made using
straight-through cable, as outlined below. The uplink button must be
depressed. See Figure 2-14
FS4008E Switch
Power
Hub
Power
100Mbps Link/Receive
Straight-through network cable
Figure 2-14 Connecting a hub without an uplink port to the Switch
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Stackable 8-port Dual Speed Ethernet Hub
100Mbps
Partition
1234578
FriendlyNet
8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet Switch
1234 5678
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
Switched 10/100Mbps Ports
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FH8DS
FS4008E
or
Uplink
Powering on the Switch
Powering on the Switch
This section describes how to apply power to the FriendlyNet FS4000E Series
Switches.
◆ Note: This applies to the Uplink Port after powering on the
Switch. If you are unsure of your cable type (straightthrough or crossover) and the Link LED associated with
the port is not on, try pressing the Uplink button again.
FS4002E and FS4004E
The FS4002E/FS4004E Switches may be turned on with (or without) LAN
segment cables connected. To power on the Switch:
1 Connect one end of the power cord (supplied) into the
12Vdc power connector on the back panel of the Switch.
▲ Important: Make sure the po wer supply that was packaged
with your FriendlyNet Switch is matched with the line voltage used in your area.
2 Plug the 12Vdc power supply into an AC power outlet.
◆ Note: There is no power switch on the FS4002E or
FS4004E. These switches are automatically powered on as
soon as the power cord is connected between the S witch and
the power outlet.
FS4008E and FS4016E
The FS4008E/FS4016E may be turned on with (or without) LAN segment
cables connected. To power on the Switch:
1 Connect one end of the power cord (supplied) into the
AC power connector on the back panel of the Switch.
◆ Note: The FS4008E and FS4016E are equipped with an
internal power supply. Power sensing is automatic for all
international utility power.
◆ Note: There is no power switch on the FS4008E or
FS40016E. These switches are automatically po wered on as
soon as the power cord is connected between the S witch and
the power outlet.
2 Connect the power cord to a local power source outlet.
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Installation
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LED Indicators
This chapter explains how to interpret the front panel LED indicators on the
FriendlyNet Fast Ethernet FS4000E Series Switches.
LED Indicators on the Switch
The LEDs on the Switch are used to facilitate monitoring and troubleshooting.
With the exception of the P ower LED, all front panel LEDs ar e used to monitor
the status of each port. There are no LEDs on the rear panel.
These LEDs are:
❑ Power
❑ Link
❑ 100Mbps
❑ Activity
❑ FDP (FS4016E only)
The front panel LEDs for the FS4000E Series Switches are shown in
Figures 3-1 through Figure 3-4.
12
Power
Power
Figure 3-1 FS4002E LEDs
Link
100Mbps
Activity
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LED Indicators
Power
100Mbps
FDP
Activity
Link
1234
Power
Power
Figure 3-2 FS4004E LEDs
1234 5678
Power
Power
Figure 3-3 FS4008E LEDs
Power
100 Mbps
FDP
Activity
Link
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9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Link
100Mbps
Activity
Link
100Mbps
Activity
Figure 3-4 FS4016E LEDs
LED Indicators for Power On
After power is turned on the LED indicators should respond as follows:
❑ All LED indicators blink momentarily. This represents a system reset.
❑ The Activity LEDs blink from slow to steady as traffic increases.
❑ The power LED indicator lights and remains ON. If this indicator is
not lit, check to make sure that the AC power connector (DC adapter
for FS4002E/FS4004E) is properly connected in the socket.
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LED Indicators on the Switch
LED Indicators for Port Connections
Link LED
The green Link LED indicates when a device is detected on the other end of the
port
Table 3-1 describes the possible status indications of the Link LEDs.
Table 3-1 Link LED status indicators
State Status
On Normal data/link pulse reception
Off No twisted-pair cable connected
Wrong cable type, check for crossover or straight-through
Link pulse disabled at other end
No power to the switch, twisted-pair connection faulty
Non-10/100 TX device at other end
Twisted-pair cable exceeds recommended length
100Mbps Operation LED
The yellow 100Mbps LED indicates whether 10Mbps or 100Mbps device is
connected to the port.
Table 3-2 describes the possible status indications of the 100Mbps LED.
Table 3-2 100Mbps LED Status Indicators
State Status
On A 100Mbps device is connected to a port or the uplink port
Off A 10Mbps device is connected to a port or the uplink port
FDP LEDs (FS4016E Only)
The green FDP LED indicates port operation in full- or half-duplex mode.
Table 3-3 describes the possible status indications of the FDP LEDs.
Table 3-3 FDP LED Status Indicators
State Status
On Port is in full-duplex mode
Off Port is in half-duplex mode
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LED Indicators
Activity LEDs
The green Activity LEDs indicate transmit/receive activity.
Table 3-4 describes the possible status indications of the Activity LEDs.
Table 3-4 Activity LED Status Indicators
State Status
On Data is transmitting or receiving on this port.
Off No data activity on this port.
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Troubleshooting
Table A-1 describes how to troubleshoot problems with your network and/or
the Switch by monitoring the Switch’s LEDs.
Table A-1 Troubleshooting
Problem Action
Power LED is off Make sure the power adapter is connected to the power outlet and is prop-
erly inserted into the power connector on the switch.
Determine if the power outlet is functional by plugging another device
into the receptacle.
Link LED is off Make sure that both switch and device on the other end are powered on.
Make sure the proper cabling is used between the device and the Switch
(refer to the cable guidelines specified in Chapter 2).
Make sure the correct cable is connected between the Switch and the network device.
A
Slow performance
Push Uplink button again
Make sure the cable does not exceed 100 meters.
Make sure the duplex mode on both ends of the link connection is config-
ured to the same mode (half- or full-duplex).
If your adapter card supports NWay auto-negotiation, make sure the
driver also supports full-duplex mode.
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FS4000E Series Specifications
Standards IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
IEEE 802.3 MAC layer frame size: 64 to 1518 bytes
Protocol CSMA/CD
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Specifications
Data Transfer
Rate
Topology Star
Network Cables 10Base-T: 4-pair UTP Category 3 (100m maximum)
Number of Ports FS4002E: 2 x 10/100Mbps ports
Connectors RJ-45 (10Base-T and 100Base-TX)
LEDs Power
Ethernet/Fast Ethernet
10Mbps (half-duplex)/100Mbps (half-duplex)
20Mbps (full-duplex)/200Mbps (full-duplex)
100Base-TX: 4-pair UTP Category 5 (100m maximum)
FS4004E: 4 x 10/100Mbps ports
FS4008E: 8 x 10/100Mbps ports
FS4016E: 16 x 10/100Mbps ports
Link
100Mbps
Activity
FDP (FS4016E only)
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FS4000E Series Physical and Environmental Specifications
AC Inputs 100 - 240VAC, 50/60 Hz (internal universal power supply)
Power
Consumption
Operating
Temperature
Storage Temper-
ature
Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Dimensions FS4002E: 7.5 in wide x 5 in deep x 1.5 in high
Weight (Shipping)
EMI FCC Class A, CE Mark, VCCI Class I
Safety UL (UL 1950), CSA (CSA950)
40 watts maximum
32° – 122° F (0° – 40° C)
-22° – 140° F (-30° – 60° C)
FS4004E: 7.5 in wide x 5 in deep x 1.5 in high
FS4008E: 13 in wide x 9 in deep x 1.75 in high
FS4016E: 13 in wide x 9 in deep x 1.75 in high
FS4002E: 2.2 lbs (1 Kg)
FS4004E: 2.2 lbs (1 Kg)
FS4008E: 5.2 lbs (2.4 Kg)
FS4016E: 5.2 lbs (2.4 Kg)
FS4000E Series Performance Specifications
Transmission
Method
RAM Buffer FS4002E: 1MB per device,
Filtering
Address Table
Packet Filtering/
Forwarding Rate
Store-and-forward
FS4004E: 2MB per device
FS4008E: 4MB per device,
FS4016E: 8MB per device
8K entries per device
148,800pps per port (for 100Mbps max)
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Technical Support
Contacting T echnical Support
To contact Asanté Technical Support:
Telephone (800) 622-7464
Fax (801) 566-3787
Fax-Back (800) 741-8607
E-mail support@asante.com
W orld W ide Web Site http://www .asante.com
Technical Support Hours
6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time USA, Monday - Friday.
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May 1998
Part Number 06-00432-00
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