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NETGEAR FS518T FS518T FS518T Installation Manual

Fast ethernet switch with gigabit uplinks
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Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit Uplinks
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  • Page 1 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 1 Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit Uplinks Installation Guide M O D E L...
  • Page 2 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. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3 When such trouble occurs, the user may be required to take corrective actions. Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch) does not exceed the Class A limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
  • Page 4 Defective or damaged merchandise can be returned to your point-of-purchase representative. Internet/World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the universal resource locator (URL) http://www.NETGEAR.com. A connection to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Applications Desktop Switching Segment Switching CHAPTER 4 Installation Preparing the Site Checking Package Contents Installing a Switch Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface Installing the Switch in a Rack Connecting Devices to the Switch Verifying Installation Page 5 contents...
  • Page 6 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM CHAPTER 5 Troubleshooting Network Adapter Cards Configuration Switch Integrity Auto Negotiation APPENDIX A Technical Specifications General Specifications APPENDIX B Connector Pin Assignments RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector APPENDIX C Cabling Guidelines Fast Ethernet Cable Guidelines...
  • Page 7 1000BASE-T Vista RJ-45 Connector with Built-in LEDs Figure 2-4. Rear Panel of the Model FS518T Switch Figure 3-1. Model FS518T Switch Used as a Desktop Switch Figure 3-2. Model FS518T Switch Used as a Segment Switch Figure 4-1. Attaching Mounting Brackets to the Model FS518T Switch Figure 4-2.
  • Page 8 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM TABLES Table 2-1. LED Descriptions Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Information Table B-1. 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments Table B-2. 100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments Table C-1. Electrical Requirements of Category 5 Cable tables viii Page 8...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 10: Types Of Ethernet Switches

    Ethernet switches can be classified in different ways—as desktop switches or as segment switches. A desktop switch is designed to support one or a few PCs per port. It is generally used when the individuals need the full 10 Mbps network throughput to support the applications.

  • Page 11: Model Fs518T Switch Overview

    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.

  • Page 12: Features

    • Automatic address-learning function to build the packet-forwarding information table The table contains up to 8,000 MAC addresses (that is, the switch can support networks with as many as 8,000 devices). • Wire-speed filtering and forwarding to direct traffic to the appropriate route with- out slowing down the traffic •...
  • Page 13 – IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX standard – IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T standard – IEEE 802.3x flow control • Rack Mount Kit provided for installing the switch in a standard 19-inch equip- ment rack, or for mounting on the wall Page 13 introduction...

  • Page 14: Physical Description

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM 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 your- self with the ports, LEDs, and Normal/Uplink push button on the front panel of the switch, as illustrated in Figure 2-1.

  • Page 15: Figure 2-2. Vista Rj-45 Connector With Built-In Leds

    5/19/00 12:55 PM 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.

  • Page 16: 1000Base-T Utp Ports

    PC when the push button is in the out position. When the push button is pressed in, this port is configured for uplink wiring to connect to another switch or to a hub, using a straight-through twisted pair cable.

  • Page 17: Leds

    5/19/00 12:55 PM LEDs The LEDs on the front panel of the switch and two vista LEDs on each RJ-45 connector allow you to identify the following information: • Status of the power supply • For each 10/100 Ethernet port: –...

  • Page 18: Table 2-1. Led Descriptions

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Table 2- 1 describes each LED on the front panel of the Model FS518T switch. Table 2-1. LED Descriptions Label Power Rx/Tx FDX/COL 100M Link (located at the top left corner each 10/100 Mbps UTP port)

  • Page 19: Rear Panel

    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 Key: 9317FB 1= Cooling fans 2= AC power outlet Figure 2-4.

  • Page 20: Applications

    10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1000 Mbps hubs or other interconnection devices in various configurations.The configuration examples in this chapter illustrate the integration of the NETGEAR Model FS518T Fast Ethernet Switch with Gigabit uplinks in network environments of all sizes and types.These examples include a network of a few workstations connected to a printer or a segmented network with multiple users or workgroups and other networking devices.

  • Page 21: Desktop Switching

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM 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. 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps...

  • Page 22: 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. 1000 Mbps 100 Mbps...

  • Page 23: 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.”...

  • Page 24: Installing A Switch

    2. Set the switch on a desktop or any other flat surface. For proper ventilation, make sure that the switch has at least 2 inches of space on each side and 5 inches of space at the back. It is very important that the fans located in the rear panel are not blocked.

  • Page 25: Installing The Switch In A Rack

    5/19/00 12:55 PM Installing the Switch in a Rack To mount the switch in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, you need these tools and materials: • Two mounting brackets supplied from the Rack Mount Kit • Eight screws supplied from the Rack Mount Kit to attach the mounting brackets to the switch •...

  • Page 26: Figure 4-1. Attaching Mounting Brackets To The

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM 4. Hold the switch with the mounting holes in the brackets aligned with the holes in the rack. 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.

  • Page 27: Connecting Devices To The Switch

    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.

  • Page 28: Verifying Installation

    Verify network communications by ensuring that all the necessary connections have been made, that all connected resources can be accessed, and that the LED indica- tors on the switch are functioning properly. For additional information, refer to Chapter 5, “Troubleshooting.”...

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM 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 Power LED is off. Either 10M, 100M, or 1000M Link LED is off or intermittent.

  • Page 30: Network Adapter Cards

    Switch Integrity If required, verify the integrity of the switch by resetting the switch.Turn power to the switch off and then back on. If the problem continues and you have completed all the preceding diagnoses, contact your NETGEAR point-of-sale representative.

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM 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 802.3...
  • Page 32 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Environmental Specifications Operating temperature: Storage temperature: Operating humidity: Storage humidity: Operating altitude: Storage altitude: Electromagnetic Emissions Meets requirements of: Electromagnetic Susceptibility CE mark, commercial Electrostatic discharge (ESD): Radiated electromagnetic field: Electrical fast transient/burst: Electrical surge: technical specifications Page 34 0 to 40°C -32 to 104°C...
  • Page 33 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Safety Agency Approvals CE mark, commercial UL listed (UL 1950) CSA certified (CSA 22.2 #950) TUV licensed (EN 60 950) Performance Specifications Frame filter rate: Frame forward rate: 10/100 buffer memory: Gigabit buffer memory: Forwarding modes: Network latency: Address database size: Addressing:...

  • Page 34: Connector Pin Assignments

    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...

  • Page 35: Connector Pin Assignments

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Table B-1 lists the pin assignments for the 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 plug and the vista RJ-45 connector. Table B-1. 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Plug and Vista RJ-45 Connector Pin Assignments Normal Assignment on Ports 1 to 8 Input Receive Data + Input Receive Data –...

  • Page 36: Appendix C Cabling Guidelines

    12:55 PM 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.

  • Page 37: Category 5 Cable

    FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Category 5 Cable Category 5 distributed cable that meets ANSI/EIA/TIA-568-A building wiring standards can be a maximum of 328 feet (ft) or 100 meters (m) in length, divided as follows: • 20 ft (6 m) between the hub and the patch panel (if used) •...

  • Page 38: Twisted Pair Cables

    Figure C-1 illustrates straight-through twisted pair cable. Key: A = Uplink or MDI port (as on a PC) B = Normal or MDI-X port (as on a hub or switch) 1, 2, 3, 6 = Pin numbers Figure C-1. Straight-Through Twisted Pair Cable Figure C-2 illustrates crossover twisted pair cable.

  • Page 39: Patch Panels And Cables

    If you are using patch panels, make sure that they meet the 100BASE-TX require- ments. 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 distri- bution cable rating.

  • Page 40: Using 1000Base-T Gigabit Ethernet Over Category 5 Cable

    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.
  • Page 41 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM 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.
  • Page 42 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/TIA-...
  • Page 43 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Numbers 10/100 Mbps ports, 2-1 100 Mbps LEDs, 2-5 1000BASE-T, 1-3, 1-5, 2-3, C-5, C-6 applications desktop switching, 3-2 segment switching, 3-3 auto negotiation, 5-2 cable Category 5, C-1, C-2, C-4 Category 5e, 2-3, C-6 crossover twisted pair, C-3 guidelines, C-2 specifications, C-2 straight-through twisted pair, C-3...
  • Page 44 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM rear panel, 2-6 return loss, C-6 RJ-45 connector. See vista RJ-45 connector RJ-45 plug, using for patch cables, C-4 segment switching, 1-2, 3-3 site preparation, 4-1 straight-through twisted pair cable, C-3 switches, overview, 1-3 switching technology desktop switching, 1-2, 3-2 segment switching, 1-2, 3-3 technical specifications, A-1...
  • Page 45 FS518T.Manual.FINAL 5/19/00 12:55 PM Page 49 NETGEAR, Inc. 4401 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR www.NETGEAR.com *M-FS518TNA-0* May 2000...

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