Connecting The Switch; Switch To End Node; Switch To Hub Or Switch - Enterasys VH-8G-L3 User Manual

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3. Connecting The Switch

This chapter describes how to connect the VH-8G-L3 to your
Ethernet network.

Switch to End Node

A PC can be connected to the Switch via a fiber optic cable.
The PC can be connected to any of the eight ports of the
Switch.
Figure 3-1. Example of the Switch connected to a PC or
The LED indicators for the port the end node is connected to
are lit according to the capabilities of the NIC. If LED
indicators are not illuminated after making a proper
connection, check the PC's LAN card, the cable, switch
conditions, and connections.
The following LED indicator state is possible for an end node
to switch connection: The Link/Act LED indicator lights up
upon hooking up a PC that is powered on.

Switch to Hub or Switch

The Switch can be connected to another switch or other
devices (routers, bridges, etc.) via a fiber optic cable.
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