24/32-Port 10/100 Mbps Rackmount
Ethernet Switch
ES3124R
ES3132R
Instruction Guide
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Revised: December 12, 2002
* Actual product may vary from photo
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 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 in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Technical Support
The following technical resources are available for this StarTech.com product:
On-line help:
We are constantly adding new information to the Tech Support section of our web site. To
access this page, click the Tech Support link on our homepage, www.startech.com. In the
tech support section there are a number of options that can provide assistance with this
card.
Knowledge Base - This tool allows you to search for answers to common issues using
key words that describe the product and your issue.
FAQ - This tool provides quick answers to the top questions asked by our customers.
Downloads - This selection takes you to our driver download page where you can
find the latest drivers for this product.
Call StarTech.com tech support for help: 1-519-455-4931
Support hours: Monday to Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM EST (except holidays)
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty. In addition StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted below,
following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be
returned for repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The
warranty covers parts and labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products
from defects or damages arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and
tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability to StarTech.com Ltd. (or its officers, directors, employees or
agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive incidental,
consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss,
arising out of related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for
the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement
may not apply to you.
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Monitoring Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Technical Specifications
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Standards IEEE 802.3 10BaseT and 802.3u 100BaseTX
10/100Mbps UTP Ports 24 x RJ-45 Auto-MDI/MDI-X (ES3124R)
32 x RJ-45 Auto-MDI/MDI-X (ES3132R)
Switching Architecture Store and Forward
MAC Address 4K
Buffer Memory 768 KByte (ES3124R)
1 MByte (ES3132R)
Filter/Forward Rate 148,800 packets/sec
Nway Auto-negotiation All ports
Full/Half Duplex All ports
Dimensions 17.3 x 4.72 x 1.75 in. (440 x 120 x 45 mm)
Weight 5.3 lb (2.4 kg)
Power 100~240V AC, full range internal power supply
Operating Temperature 32-131ºF (0-55ºC)
Operating Humidity 10-95% (non-condensing)
Certifications FCC Class B, CE Mark & C-Tick
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com 10/100 Mbps rackmount Ethernet switch. This
high performance switch provides you with 24 (ES3124R) or 32 (ES3132R) Fast Ethernet
ports to segment network traffic, extend connection distance, and convert data packets
between different transmission speeds. Using store-and-forward switching, autonegotiation, and auto-MDI/MDI-X technologies, these switches relieve bandwidth
bottlenecks and provide faster response times for your network.
Features
• Complies with IEEE 802.3 10BaseT Ethernet and 802.3u 100BaseTX Fast Ethernet
standards
• Supports 10BaseT/100BaseTX and Full Duplex/Half Duplex auto-negotiation on all
ports
• Uses advanced IEEE 802.3x-compliant flow control (Full Duplex) and backpressure
(Half Duplex) to reduce congestion and prevent packet loss
• Supports auto-MDI/MDI-X detection on all ports
• Supports store-and-forward switching architecture
• Designed for standard 19” rackmounts
• Backed by StarTech.com’s two-year warranty
Before You Begin
WARNING! The Fast Ethernet switch must be installed and operated in an environment
with temperatures between 32-131ºF (0-55ºC) and humidity levels of 10-95% (non-
condensing). Make sure that the switch is kept away from heating sources and that the
vents at the side of the device are not blocked. Do not place any objects on top of the
device. Make sure that no water or moisture enters the unit. If necessary, use a
dehumidifier to reduce humidity near the device.
Requirements
The length of UTP cable between the switch and a connected device can not exceed 300ft
(100m). To reach 100 Mbps transfer speeds, your network cables will need to comply
with EIA/TIA 568 specifications and Category 5 (or higher) standards. StarTech.com
carries a wide range of networking cables to suit your needs. Visit www
.startech.com
and click on the “Networking” tab for more product information.
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Contents
This package should contain:
• 1 x Fast Ethernet switch
• 1 x power cord
• Rackmount accessories
Installation
1. Plug the power connector into the power socket on the back of the unit. Plug the
other end into an available power source. The green Power LED on the front of the
switch should now be lit.
2. Plug one end of your network cable into an open RJ-45 port on the switch and plug
the other end into your network device.
NOTE: Since all ports on the device are auto-MDI/MDI-X ports, you can use straightthrough cables to connect to both workstations and other switches/hubs.
Monitoring Your Device
The LEDs on the front of the switch are your best indication of the switch’s activity.
There is one power LED per switch. There is one LNK/ACT LED and one 10/100M LED
per port.
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LED Color Status Description
PWR Green On Power is supplied
(Power) Off No power
LNK/ACT Green On Valid link established
(Link/Activity) Flashing Data packets received
Off No link established
10/100M Yellow On Port is running at 100Mbps
Off Port is not connected or running at 10Mbps
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