Quick Start Manual

Installation Guide for the Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch
3-4 Applications
Extending a Network
Ethernet specifications limit the length of cable between hubs and PCs to 100 meters for a total
diameter of 200 meters. By adding Fast Ethernet switches between hubs, the network is expanded
by 200 Mbps with the addition of each switch. Figure
3-3 illustrates a network of NETGEAR
Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hubs integrated with three Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switches.
Key:
1 = Model FS516 Fast Ethernet Switch (Normal/Uplink push button set to Uplink position)
2 = 100 Mbps connection
3 = Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hub (Normal/Uplink push button set to Uplink position)
4 = PCs with 100 Mbps connection
Figure 3-3. Using the Model FS516 Switch for Network Extension
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