Chapter 4: Connecting The Switch; Overview; Before You Install The Switch - Linksys MGBLH1 - Gigabit LH Mini-GBIC SFP Transceiver User Manual

Connecting the Switch

Overview

This chapter will explain how to connect network devices to the switch. For an example of a
typical network configuration, see the application diagram shown below.
When you connect your network devices, make sure you don't exceed the maximum cabling
distances, which are listed in the following table:
From
Switch
Hub
Switch or Hub
*A hub refers to any type of 100Mbps hub, including regular hubs and stackable hubs. A
10Mbps hub connected to another 10Mbps hub can span up to 100 meters (328 feet).

Before You Install the Switch...

When you choose a location for the switch, observe the following guidelines:
• Make sure that the switch will be accessible and that the cables can be easily connected.
• Keep cabling away from sources of electrical noise, power lines, and fluorescent lighting
fixtures.
• Position the switch away from water and moisture sources.
• To ensure adequate air flow around the switch, be sure to provide a minimum clearance
of two inches (50 mm).
• Do not stack free-standing switches more than four units high.
SRW2024P User Guide
To
Switch or Hub*
Hub
Computer
Connecting the Switch
Maximum Distance
100 meters (328 feet)
5 meters (16.4 feet)
100 meters (328 feet)
Overview
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