Trendnet TE100-S86FX, TE100-S88FX User Manual
Ethernet Switch
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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
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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
investment in the huge 10BASE-T Ethernet installed base.
s existing
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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.
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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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