Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION..................................................... 1-1
About Nway Ethernet Switch FSW-0802/1201TX ...................... 1-1
Key Features ............................................................................................... 1-2
Mini-Console Highlights ............................................................................. 1-3
Unit Overview............................................................................................. 1-3
Front Panel Layout...............................................................................1-3
Mini-Console .............................................................................................. 1-4
Rear Panel Layout....................................................................................... 1-5
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ...................................................... 2-1
Using Rack Mounting .................................................................................. 2-1
Connecting Other Network Devices............................................................. 2-2
Connecting Workstations....................................................................2-2
Connecting Ethernet Hubs...................................................................2-3
Connecting Fast Ethernet Hubs...........................................................2-4
CHAPTER 3 MINI-CONSOLE...................................................... 3-1
Message Zone ............................................................................................. 3-2
Observing Basic Port Information ................................................................ 3-2
Port Indicator Definitions ............................................................................. 3-3
Console Keys .............................................................................................. 3-4
Power On Self-Test..............................................................................3-4
Menu Tree .................................................................................................. 3-4
Exiting the Menu Tree ................................................................................. 3-7
Observing Network Traffic .......................................................................... 3-7
Observing Collision Level........................................................................... 3-8
Monitoring Ports Status ............................................................................... 3-8
Monitoring Port Detail Information.............................................................3-10
Optimizing Network Performance...............................................................3-12
Configuring Ports.......................................................................................3-13
VLANs ......................................................................................................3-15
Selecting a Buffer Mode .............................................................................3-15
FSW-1201TX Buffer Groups............................................................3-16
FSW-0802TX Buffer Groups............................................................3-16
Unit Configuration.....................................................................................3-17
Broadcast Storm Protection ...............................................................3-17
Loop Isolation....................................................................................3-18
Lock the Console........................................................................................3-18
Unlock the Console ....................................................................................3-19
Secure the Switch .......................................................................................3-19