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FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 2 © 2000 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Trademarks NETGEAR is a trademark of NETGEAR, Inc. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 3 Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B.Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der Betriebsanleitung.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 4 Customer Support For assistance with installing and configuring your NETGEAR system or with questions or problems following installation: • Check the NETGEAR Web page at http://www.NETGEAR.com. • Call Technical Support at the phone number listed on the Support Information Card that shipped with your switch. • Email Technical Support at support@NETGEAR.com. Defective or damaged merchandise can be returned to your point-of-purchase representative.
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FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 7 FIGURES Figure 2-1. Front Panel of the Model FS518T Switch 2-1 Figure 2-2. Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-in LEDs 2-2 Figure 2-3. 1000BASE-T Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-in LEDs 2-3 Figure 2-4. Rear Panel of the Model FS518T Switch 2-6 Figure 3-1. Model FS518T Switch Used as a Desktop Switch 3-2 Figure 3-2. Model FS518T Switch Used as a Segment Switch 3-3 Figure 4-1.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 8 TABLES Table 2-1. LED Descriptions 2-5 Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Information 5-1 Table B-1. 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments B-2 100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments B-2 Electrical Requirements of Category 5 Cable C-2 Table B-2. Table C-1.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 9 CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch.This switch provides you with a low-cost, high-performance network solution and is designed to support power workgroups operating at either 10 megabits per second (Mbps) or 100 Mbps. To relieve server and backbone bottlenecks, the Model FS518T switch also has two Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 uplink ports.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 10 This improvement is accomplished very easily, with no change to the desktop (the network interface cards or software and the network wiring). As a result, the performance upgrade and the applications it enables are obtained very quickly and at a low cost. When all network ports are operating at 100 Mbps and sending traffic to the server, the server needs a faster transmission speed to avoid bottlenecks.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 11 Model FS518T Switch Overview The NETGEAR Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit uplinks is an auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps switch with two 100/1000 Gigabit uplink interfaces. This high-performance switch is developed primarily to be used either as a segment switch or a desktop switch.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 12 mode. Gigabit ports will advertise their speed and full-duplex operation, and negotiate flow control with the connected device at 1000BASE-T and 100BASE-TX. Because the Model FS518T switch is an ISO media access control (MAC) layer device, the switch is network protocol independent and compatible with all popular networks such as the Internet or TCP/IP, NetWare, DECnet, Microsoft NETBEUI, and LANTASTIC.
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FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 15 CHAPTER 2: PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION This chapter describes the hardware features of the NETGEAR Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch. Front Panel For easier management and control of the Model FS518T switch, familiarize yourself with the ports, LEDs, and Normal/Uplink push button on the front panel of the switch, as illustrated in Figure 2-1.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 16 As Figure 2-1 shows, the Model FS518T switch is equipped with 16 auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet UTP ports.The network access speed for the 10/100 Mbps ports is automatically sensed and displayed on the front panel by the 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Link LEDs. The 10/100 Mbps ports support only UTP cable using an 8-pin RJ-45 plug. Each of the 10/100 Mbps ports uses vista RJ-45 connectors that have built-in LEDs, as illustrated in Figure 2-2.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 17 1000BASE-T UTP Ports The Model FS518T switch has two 1000BASE-T UTP ports.These ports can operate at 1000 Mbps full-duplex mode or 100 Mbps full/half duplex mode, and provide a standard UTP for Category 5 or Category 5e cable. Figure 2-3 shows a vista RJ-45 connector. For further information about Category 5 cables and connectors, refer to Appendix B, “Connector Pin Assignments,” and Appendix C, “Cabling Guidelines.
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FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 19 Table 2- 1 describes each LED on the front panel of the Model FS518T switch. Table 2-1. LED Descriptions Label Color Activity Description Power Green On Power is supplied to the switch. Off Power is disconnected. Blinking Packet transmission or reception is occurring on the port.The blinking action corresponds to the number of packets that are transmitted or received. Off No packet transmission or reception is occurring on the port.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 20 Rear Panel As illustrated in Figure 2-4, the rear panel of the Model FS518T switch has a cooling fan and a standard AC power receptacle. 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz 0.50A 1 Figure 2-4.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 21 CHAPTER 3: APPLICATIONS This chapter presents an overview of the levels of service provided by incorporating the technology of the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch into your network. The Model FS518T switch is designed to provide flexibility in configuring your network connections. Each switch can be used as a stand-alone device or can be used with 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps hubs or other interconnection devices in various configurations.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 22 Desktop Switching Figure 3-1 illustrates the Model FS518T switch, used as a desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have Gigabit (1000 Mbps) access to a file server.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 23 Segment Switching The Model FS518T switch can segment a network into multiple connected pieces, increasing overall bandwidth and throughput. Figure 3-2 illustrates the Model FS518T switch segmenting networks that are built with a NETGEAR Model FE508 Fast Ethernet Hub and a NETGEAR Model DS516 Dual Speed Hub.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 25 CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION This chapter describes the installation procedures for the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch. Preparing the Site Before you begin installing the switch, prepare the installation site. Make sure the operating environment meets the physical requirements of the switch, as described in Appendix A, “Technical Specifications.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 26 Call your reseller or customer support in your area if there are any wrong, missing, or damaged parts. Refer to the enclosed Customer Support Information Card for more information. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials. Use them to repack the switch if you need to return it for repair.
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FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 28 4. Hold the switch with the mounting holes in the brackets aligned with the holes in the rack. 8945FB Figure 4-1. Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Model FS518T Switch 5. Insert two pan-head screws with nylon washers through each bracket and into the rack. 6. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the switch to the rack.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 29 Connecting Devices to the Switch To connect devices to the switch: 1. Connect the devices to the 10/100 Mbps ports on the switch, using Category 5 UTP cable. Note: Ethernet specifications limit the cable length between your PC or server and the switch to 328 feet (100 meters) in length. 2. Connect one end of the Category 5 UTP cable to the Gigabit uplink port and the other end to the linking server or network device.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 30 Key 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps 10 Mbps 18PORT 10/100 Mbps Fas t Eth ern et Sw itch 1 2 3 Pow er Rx/T x 4 Gree n= 1 2 3 4 Gree n= 5 FDX 6 , Yello 7 Rx/T w= x COL 5 FDX 6 , Yello w= 8 9 7 COL 8 9 On = Link Norm al/U plink Sw itch ing MOD EL FS 518 T 9315FC Figure 4-2. Connecting to the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch Note: The 1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet port always operates at fullduplex mode.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 31 CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter provides information about troubleshooting the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch.Table 5-1 lists symptoms, causes, and solutions of possible problems. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Information Symptom Cause Solution Power LED is off. No power is received at the hub. Check the power cord connections for the switch and the connected device.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 32 Network Adapter Cards Make sure the network adapter cards installed in the PCs are in working condition and the software driver has been installed. Configuration If problems occur after altering the network configuration, restore the original connections and determine the problem by implementing the new changes, one procedure at a time.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 33 APPENDIX A: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides technical specifications for the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch. General Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility ISO/IEC 802-3i 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3x flow control Data Rate 10 Mbps differential Manchester encoded, IEEE 802.
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FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 35 Safety Agency Approvals CE mark, commercial UL listed (UL 1950) CSA certified (CSA 22.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 37 APPENDIX B: CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS This appendix provides information about the RJ-45 plug and the RJ-45 connector used for the NETGEAR Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit uplinks. RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector In a Fast Ethernet network, it is important that all 100BASE-T certified Category 5 cabling use RJ-45 plugs.The RJ-45 plug accepts 4-pair UTP or shielded twisted pair (STP) 100 ohm cable and connects into the vista RJ-45 connector.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 38 Table B-1 lists the pin assignments for the 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 plug and the vista RJ-45 connector. Table B-1.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 39 APPENDIX C: CABLING GUIDELINES This appendix provides specifications for cables used with the Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch. Fast Ethernet Cable Guidelines Fast Ethernet uses UTP cable, as specified in the IEEE 802.3u standard for 100BASE-TX.The specification requires Category 5 UTP cable consisting of either two-pair or four-pair twisted insulated copper conductors bound in a single plastic sheath. Category 5 cable is certified up to 100 MHz bandwidth.
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FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 41 Twisted Pair Cables For two devices to communicate, the transmitter of each device must be connected to the receiver of the other device.The crossover function is usually implemented internally as part of the circuitry in the device. Computers and workstation adapter cards are usually media-dependent interface ports, called MDI or uplink ports.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 42 Patch Panels and Cables If you are using patch panels, make sure that they meet the 100BASE-TX requirements. NETGEAR recommends Category 5 UTP cable for all patch cables and work area cables to ensure that your UTP patch cable rating meets or exceeds the distribution cable rating. To wire patch panels, you need two Category 5 UTP cables with an RJ-45 plug at each end, as shown in Figure C-3.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 43 Using 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet over Category 5 Cable Overview When using the new 1000BASE-T standard, the limitations of cable installations and the steps necessary to ensure optimum performance must be considered.The most important components in your cabling system are patch panel connections, twists of the pairs at connector transition points, the jacket around the twisted pair cable, bundling of multiple pairs on horizontal runs and punch down blocks.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 44 Return Loss Return loss measures the amount of reflected signal energy resulting from impedance changes in the cabling link.The nature of 1000BASE-T renders this measurement very important; if too much energy is reflected back on to the receiver, the device will not perform optimally. All four pairs of the twisted pair are used by 1000BASE-T, unlike 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX, which use only two of the four pairs of wires within the Category 5.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 45 Patch Cables When installing your equipment, replace old patch panel cables that do not meet Category 5e specifications. As pointed out in the NEXT section, this near end piece of cable is critical for successful operation. Conclusions For optimum performance of your 1000BASE-T product, it is important to fully qualify your cable installation and ensure it meets or exceeds ANSI/EIA/TIA568-A:1995 or ISO/IEC 11801:1995 Category 5 specifications.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 47 Numbers I 10/100 Mbps ports, 2-1 installation 100 Mbps LEDs, 2-5 in a rack, 4-3 1000BASE-T, 1-3, 1-5, 2-3, C-5, C-6 on a flat surface, 4-2 verifying, 4-6 A applications L desktop switching, 3-2 LEDs (table), 2-4 segment switching, 3-3 Link LED, 2-5 auto negotiation, 5-2 M C MAC layer device, 1-3 cable MDI. See uplink Category 5, C-1, C-2, C-4 MDI-X.
FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 48 R U rear panel, 2-6 uplink return loss, C-6 ports, 2-3 RJ-45 connector.
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