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TIGERSTACK II SMC8950EM
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Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
Switch Architecture
Network Management Options
Description of Hardware
10/100/1000BASE-T Ports
SFP Slots
10 Gigabit Ethernet Module Slots
Stacking Ports
Port and System Status LEDs
Optional Redundant Power Supply
Power Supply Sockets
Optional Media Extender Modules
10GBASE XFP Module
Extender Module LEDs
Features and Benefits
Connectivity
Expandability
Performance
Management
Chapter 2: Network Planning
Introduction to Switching
Application Examples
Collapsed Backbone
Network Aggregation Plan
Remote Connections with Fiber Cable
Making VLAN Connections
Using Layer 3 Routing
Application Notes
Chapter 3: Installing the Switch
Selecting a Site
Ethernet Cabling
Equipment Checklist
Package Contents
Optional Rack-Mounting Equipment
Mounting
Rack Mounting
Desktop or Shelf Mounting
Installing an Optional Module into the Switch
Installing an Optional SFP Transceiver
Connecting Switches in a Stack
Stacking Topologies
Connecting to a Power Source
Connecting to the Console Port
Wiring Map for Serial Cable
Chapter 4: Making Network Connections
Connecting Network Devices
Twisted-Pair Devices
Cabling Guidelines
Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and Switches
Network Wiring Connections
Fiber Optic SFP Devices
10 Gbps Fiber Optic Connections
Connectivity Rules
1000BASE-T Cable Requirements
10 Gbps Ethernet Collision Domain
1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision Domain
100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain
10 Mbps Ethernet Collision Domain
Cable Labeling and Connection Records
Appendix A: Troubleshooting
Diagnosing Switch Indicators
Diagnosing Power Problems with the LEDs
Power and Cooling Problems
Installation
In-Band Access
Stack Troubleshooting
Appendix B: Cables
Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments
Straight-Through Wiring
Crossover Wiring
1000BASE-T Pin Assignments
Cable Testing for Existing Category 5 Cable
Adjusting Existing Category 5 Cabling to Run 1000BASE-T
Fiber Standards
Appendix C: Specifications
Physical Characteristics
Switch Features
Management Features
Standards
Compliances
Extender Modules
10GBASE Extender Module (XFP)
Glossary
Index
Warranty and Product
Registration
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register SMC products and to review the detailed warranty statement, please refer to
the Support Section of the SMC Website at http://www
.smc.com.
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