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Page 2: Start Here
Start Here The NETGEAR Model FS308 Fast Ethernet Switch provides you with a low- cost, high-performance network solution for the home or small office. It is designed to support power users operating at either 10 megabits per second (Mbps) or 100 Mbps. -
Page 3: Package Contents
— Network ports located on the back of the hub so that cables are kept away from the desktop — Compact design to fit into small offices — Compliance with the Class B EMI standard so the switch will not interfere with your home appliances •... -
Page 4: Product Illustration
Power Front Panel The front panel of the Model FS308 switch contains the following LEDs that correspond to each network port located on the back of the hub: 100 Mbps link/ activity (100 Link/Act), 10 Mbps link/activity (10 Link/Act), and full-duplex/ collision (FDX/Col). -
Page 5: Normal/Uplink Push Button
The Normal/Uplink push button on the front panel of the switch allows you to select uplink (MDI) or normal (MDI-X) wiring for port 8 on the Model FS308 switch. These ports are configured for normal wiring to connect to a PC when the push button is in the out position. -
Page 6: Segment Switching And Bridging From 10 Mbps To 100 Mbps
NETGEAR products. Desktop Switching The Model FS308 switch is used as a desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have 100 Mbps access to a file server. If a full-duplex adapter card is installed in the server or PC, a 200 Mbps connection is possible on the port where the server or PC is connected. -
Page 7: Prepare The Site
Adequate power source within 6 feet (1.83 m). Install the Switch To install your switch on a flat surface, you do not need any special tools. Be sure the switch is positioned with at least 2 inches of space on all sides for ventilation. -
Page 8: Connect Devices To The Switch
Refer to the following illustration when connecting the Model FS308 switch. Each of the preceding steps has a corresponding reference number in the illustration. -
Page 9: Twisted Pair Cables
Assignment Input Receive Data + Input Receive Data - Output Transmit Data + Output Transmit Data - 4,5,7,8 Not used Model FS308 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Straight-through Normal or twisted pair cable MDI-X port Crossover Normal or twisted pair cable... -
Page 10: Verify Installation
The green Pwr (Power) LED on the front panel is on. • The green Link LED on each connected port is on. When the switch is connected and operating, refer to the table in “LEDs” for information about the LEDs and their activity. Troubleshooting Information... - Page 11 100 Mbps operation and set for 100 Mbps operation if it is not autosensing. Make sure the duplex switch on the Model FS308 Fast Ethernet Switch is set for full- duplex operation. Make sure the connected device is capable of full-duplex transmission.
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Page 12: Technical Specifications
Network latency (using 64 byte packets): Address database size: Addressing: Queue buffer: Model FS308 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Model FS308 Fast Ethernet Switch ISO/IEC 802-3 (ANSI/IEEE 802.3i) 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE 802.3u, IEEE802.3x 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet 100 Mbps with 4B/5B encoding and MLT-3 physical... - Page 13 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 14 EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the NETGEAR Model FS308 Fast Ethernet Switch is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/ EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22).
- Page 15 NETGEAR, Inc. A Bay Networks Company 4401 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Phone: 888-NETGEAR *M-FS308NA-1* Model FS308 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide...