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- Page 1 Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Part No. 206375-A June 1999 4401 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054...
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Page 2: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
EN 55 022 Statement This is to certify that the Nortel Networks BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches are shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. -
Page 3: Canadian Department Of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches) do 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 Nortel Networks NA Inc. 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 5 Software is provided will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of 90 days from the date Software is first shipped to Licensee. Nortel Networks will replace defective media at no charge if it is returned to Nortel Networks during the warranty period along with proof of the date of shipment.
- Page 6 Licensee will immediately destroy or return to Nortel Networks the Software, user manuals, and all copies. Nortel Networks is not liable to Licensee for damages in any form solely by reason of the termination of this license. 8. Export and Re-export. Licensee agrees not to export, directly or indirectly, the Software or related technical data or information without first obtaining any required export licenses or other governmental approvals.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Purpose ... xi Audience ...xii Hard-Copy Technical Manuals ...xii How to Get Help ...xiii Chapter 1 Introduction BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch Overview ...1-1 Physical Description ...1-2 Front Panel ...1-2 RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet Ports ...1-4 MDI/MDI-X Button ...1-4 LEDs ...1-5 Rear Panel ...1-6... - Page 8 Operating Environment ...3-2 Power Specifications ...3-2 Installing the Switch ...3-3 Installing the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch on a Flat Surface ...3-3 Mounting the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch in a Rack ...3-4 Connecting Devices to the Switch ...3-5 Connecting Power ...3-6...
- Page 9 Rear Panel of the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch ...1-7 Figure 1-7. DC Power Adapter ...1-8 Figure 2-1. Using a BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch as a Desktop Switch ...2-3 Figure 2-2. Using a BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch as a Segment Switch ...2-5...
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- Page 11 Table 1-1. Description of Switch and Port Status LEDs ...1-6 Table 1-2. MAC Address Quantities ...1-9 Table 1-3. Buffer Sizes ...1-10 Table 1-4. External Power Adapters ...1-11 Table 3-1. Description of Switch and Port Status LEDs ...3-9 Table A-1. Technical Specifications ... A-1 Table B-1.
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Page 13: Preface
A BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch is easy to use and maintain, and it provides seamless plug-and-play installation into your network. All BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch models are designed to support workgroups operating at 10 Mb/s and/or 100 Mb/s. -
Page 14: Audience
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Audience This guide is intended for Ethernet local area network (LAN) administrators with the following background: • Working knowledge of PC terminology and operation • Working knowledge of 10BASE-T (Ethernet) and 100BASE-TX (Fast Ethernet) operations •... -
Page 15: How To Get Help
How to Get Help If you purchased a service contract for your Nortel Networks product from a distributor or authorized reseller, contact the technical support staff for that distributor or reseller for assistance. If you purchased a Nortel Networks service program, contact one of the following... -
Page 17: Introduction
All ports on a BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches can autosense their transmission speed to match the best speeds of the connected stations. BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches ports operate at speeds up to 100 Mb/s. Each port can autonegotiate with the connected device to operate in full-duplex mode. -
Page 18: Physical Description
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches can be used to segment a 10 Mb/s or 100 Mb/s network to enhance the capacity of the network to support advanced applications. The switch provides a link between traditional 10 Mb/s networks and faster 100 Mb/s networks. -
Page 19: Figure 1-1. Front Panel Of The Baystack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch
MDI/MDI-X button Power On Power LED Figure 1-1. Front Panel of the BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch MDI/MDI-X button Power On Power LED Figure 1-2. Front Panel of the BayStack 70-16T 10/100 Ethernet Switch MDI/MDI-X button MDIX/MDI Power On Power LED Figure 1-3. -
Page 20: Rj-45 10Base-T/100Base-Tx Ethernet Ports
Each port adapts to the correct network speed of 10 Mb/s or 100 Mb/s through autonegotiation with the network interface card (NIC), hub, or other switch connected to the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches. By default, each Ethernet port is wired as an MDI-X port to connect end stations without using a crossover cable. -
Page 21: Leds
LEDs The LEDs on the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches allow you to identify information about the performance and status of the switch including link activity, data transmission speed, and duplex mode. Figure 1-4 shows the LEDs on the front panel of the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch. -
Page 22: Rear Panel
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Table 1-1. Description of Switch and Port Status LEDs Type Label Port Status 10/100 Link/Activity Port Mode HDX/FDX Power Power Rear Panel This section provides rear panel details for the BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch and BayStack 70-16T 10/100 Ethernet Switch and separate details for the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch. -
Page 23: Rear Panel Of The Baystack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch
The rear panel of the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch contains a standard AC power connector, as shown in not required for the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch. A label on the rear panel displays the date, manufacturing model number, order number, and serial number of the switch. -
Page 24: Dc Power Adapter
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches DC Power Adapter The BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch and BayStack 70-16T 10/100 Ethernet Switch are shipped with a power adapter and cord, as shown in Figure 1-7. Power cord adapter Figure 1-7. -
Page 25: Cooling Fans
When you install the switch, be sure to allow enough space on both sides of the switch for adequate air flow around the switch. Features The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches has the following key features: • Eight (BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch), 16 (BayStack 70-16T 10/... - Page 26 — 100 BASE-TX half-duplex — 100 BASE-TX full-duplex Note: In order for ports on a BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch to operate in full-duplex mode, the switch must be connected to a device that supports autonegotiation in accordance with the IEEE 802.3u specification.
- Page 27 • External universal power adapter, as shown in Table 1-4. Model BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch BayStack 70-16T 10/100 Ethernet Switch BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch 206375-A External Power Adapters External Power Adapter 5V 3A 5V 4A n/a (This model has an internal power supply and uses a standard power cord.)
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Page 29: Network Configuration
The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch is designed to provide flexibility in configuring your network connections. Each switch in the series can be used as a standalone device or can be used with 10 Mb/s and/or 100 Mb/s hubs or other interconnection devices in various configurations. -
Page 30: Types Of Ethernet Switches
Mb/s connections. Some types of 10+100 Mb/s switches have primarily 10 Mb/s ports with one or a few 100 Mb/s ports. Autosensing 10/100 Mb/s switches such as the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch support 10 Mb/s or 100 Mb/s connections on each port, and offer great versatility and adaptability. -
Page 31: Desktop Switching
Switch or BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch as a desktop switch, in a similar application, if you have more users or devices to connect. You can replace your existing 10BASE-T hub with a BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch in order to access devices with various transmission speeds or to connect to a larger number of users. -
Page 32: Segment Switching
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Segment Switching The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch can segment a network into multiple connected pieces, increasing overall bandwidth and throughput. illustrates a BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch segmenting Figure 2-2 networks that are built with BayStack 60-24T Ethernet Hubs. -
Page 33: Figure 2-2. Using A Baystack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch As A Segment Switch
- 44 users share 10 Mb/s (10/44 Mb/s per user) - Server bottleneck (10 Mb/s bandwidth) - Network center bottleneck (10 Mb/s bandwidth) -Total of 44 users Figure 2-2. Using a BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch as a Segment Switch 206375-A BayStack 70-24T Switch Up to... -
Page 34: Extending A Network
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Extending a Network Ethernet specifications limit the length of cable between hubs and PCs to 100 meters (m) for a total diameter of 200 m. By adding Fast Ethernet switches between hubs, the network is expanded by 200 m with the addition of each switch. -
Page 35: Bridging From 10Base-T To 100Base-Tx Networks
Bridging from 10BASE-T to 100BASE-TX Networks The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch can function as a two-port bridge connecting traditional 10BASE-T Ethernet networks to 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet networks. Users requiring increased network bandwidth can be upgraded to 100 Mb/s while remaining connected to the rest of the network. -
Page 36: Power Workgroups
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Power Workgroups The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch increases bandwidth for power, or high-density, workgroups and strengthens network throughput. As shown in several BayStack switches, as well as high-density end stations and servers. End users can use 10 Mb/s or 100 Mb/s connections throughout this network, as determined by their bandwidth requirements. -
Page 37: Installation
Unpack the contents of the package and verify the items against the following list: • One of the following BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches: — BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch (8-port 10/100 Mb/s switch) — BayStack 70-16T 10/100 Ethernet Switch (16-port 10/100 Mb/s switch) —... -
Page 38: Operating Environment
Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” meets the physical requirements of the switch. Install your BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch in a ventilated area that is dust free and away from heat vents, warm air exhaust from other equipment, and direct sunlight. -
Page 39: Installing The Switch
Installing the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch on a Flat Surface The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch can be mounted onto any appropriate flat, level surface that can safely support the weight of a switch and its attached cables, as long as there is adequate space around the unit for ventilation and access to cable connectors. -
Page 40: Mounting The Baystack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch In A Rack
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Attach any additional devices to the ports in your switch. For instructions to connect to additional switches or other devices, refer to “Connecting Devices to the Mounting the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch in a Rack The BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch occupies a 1.6 unit (1.6u) rack... -
Page 41: Connecting Devices To The Switch
Figure 3-1. Connecting Devices to the Switch You can connect the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch to any device that conforms to the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard, such as the following devices: •... -
Page 42: Connecting Power
For further cabling guidelines, refer to Appendix B, “Cables and Connectors.” Connecting Power The BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch does not have a power on/off switch. When you connect the AC power cord (or DC power adapter) to a suitable AC power outlet, the switch powers up immediately. -
Page 43: Verifying Installation
Verifying Installation When power is applied to the switch, power-on self-tests are run. You can verify proper orientation of the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch by observing the front panel LEDs. Verify network communications by ensuring that all the necessary connections have been made, that all connected resources can be accessed, and that the LED indicators on the switch are functioning properly. -
Page 44: Checking The Diagnostic Displays
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Checking the Diagnostic Displays Figure 3-2 illustrates the LED indicators on theBayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch. LEDs on the BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch and BayStack 70-16T 10/100 Ethernet Switch are identical, although there are only as many LEDs as are required for the ports on each model. - Page 45 Table 3-1 describes the LEDs that monitor the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch. Table 3-1. Description of Switch and Port Status LEDs Type Label Port Status 10/100 Link/Activity Port Mode HDX/FDX Power Power 206375-A Color Activity Description Yellow Port is connected at 10 Mb/s.
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Page 47: Troubleshooting
Verify that the device connected to your switch has a properly funtioning power supply. • Try using a different port on your switch to connect to the device. • Try using a different port on the device connected to your switch. -
Page 49: Technical Specifications
Table A-1 in this appendix provides technical specifications for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch. Data applies to all three switches unless otherwise specified. Product Specifications Table A-1. Technical Specifications Item Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility Data Rate/Encoding Interfaces... - Page 50 Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Item Physical Specifications Weight: Dimensions: Environmental Specifications Operating temperature: Storage temperature: Operating humidity: Storage humidity: Electromagnetic Emissions Meets requirements of: Description 70-8T and 70-16T: 3.99 lb (1.81 kg) 70-24T: 5.3 lb (2.5 kg) 70-8T and 70-16T: (D) 8.3 x (W) 12.0 x (H) 1.6 in.
- Page 51 Item Electromagnetic Susceptibility Meets requirements of: Electrostatic discharge (ESD): Radiated electromagnetic field: Electrical fast transient/burst: Electrical surge: Safety Agency Approvals Performance Specifications Aggregate bandwdth: Packet filtering/forwarding rate: Forwarding modes: Network latency: Address database size: Addressing: Queue buffer, per port: 206375-A Technical Specifications Description EN 50082-1...
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Page 53: Appendix B Cables And Connectors
This appendix provides specifications for cables and connectors used for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch. 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX UTP Cable For 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX connections, use Category 5, 8-wire unshielded twisted pair cable. Configure your network according to the following guidelines: •... -
Page 54: Straight-Through And Crossover Cables
Installation and Reference for the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switches Straight-Through and Crossover 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. - Page 55 A-3 environment, operating 3-2 environmental specifications A-2 fans 1-9 features 1-9 front panel BayStack 70-16T 10/100 Ethernet Switch 1-3 BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch 1-3 BayStack 70-8T 10/100 Ethernet Switch 1-3 overview 1-2 full-duplex mode 1-1 half-duplex mode 1-1...
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