Table Of Contents - LevelOne FSW-0803TX User Manual

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ..................................................... 1-1
About FSW-0803TX NWay Switch........................................... 1-1
Key Features......................................................................................................1-2
Mini-Console Highlights...................................................................................1-3
Unit Overview ...................................................................................................1-3
Front Panel Layout......................................................................................1-3
Mini-Console.....................................................................................................1-4
Rear Panel Layout .............................................................................................1-5
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ...................................................... 2-1
Using Desk-Stands ............................................................................................2-1
Connecting Other Network Devices..................................................................2-2
Connecting Workstations...........................................................................2-2
Connecting Ethernet Hubs.........................................................................2-3
Connecting Fast Ethernet Hubs................................................................2-4
CHAPTER 3 MINI-CONSOLE...................................................... 3-1
Message Zone....................................................................................................3-2
Observing Basic Port Information.....................................................................3-2
Port Indicator Definitions..................................................................................3-3
Console Keys.....................................................................................................3-4
Power On Self-Test.....................................................................................3-4
Menu Tree .........................................................................................................3-4
Exiting the Menu Tree.......................................................................................3-7
Observing Network Traffic ...............................................................................3-7
Observing Collision Level.................................................................................3-8
Monitoring Ports Status.....................................................................................3-8
Monitoring Port Detail Information ................................................................3-10
Optimizing Network Performance ..................................................................3-12
Configuring Ports............................................................................................3-13
VLANs ............................................................................................................3-15
Selecting a Buffer Mode..................................................................................3-15
FSW-0803TX Buffer Groups..................................................................3-16
Unit Configuration ..........................................................................................3-17
Broadcast Storm Protection.....................................................................3-17
Loop Isolation............................................................................................3-17
Lock the Console.............................................................................................3-18
Unlock the Console .........................................................................................3-18
Secure the Switch ............................................................................................3-19
Set Password ..............................................................................................3-19