NETGEAR FS526T Installation Manual
26 port 10/100mbps smart fast ethernet switch
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- Page 2 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 3 This is to certify that the NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart 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 A (CISPR 22) and EN 55 024.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Step 3: Checking the Installation...13 Step 4: Connecting Devices to the Switch ...13 Step 5: Applying AC Power ...13 Step 6: Managing the switch through Web browser or utility program (initial configuration) ...14 APPENDIX A: GLOSSARY ...15 APPENDIX B: TROUBLESHOOTING...17 Troubleshooting Chart ...17... - Page 5 Figures FIGURE 1-1. PACKAGE CONTENTS ...8 FIGURE 2-1. FRONT PANEL OF THE FS526T SMART FAST ETHERNET SWITCH ...9 FIGURE 2-2. BACK PANEL OF THE SWITCH...9 FS526T SMART FAST ETHERNET FIGURE 3-1. EXAMPLE OF DESKTOP SWITCHING...11 FIGURE 4-1. ATTACHING MOUNTING BRACKETS ...13 FIGURE 4-4.
- Page 6 Tables ...10 TABLE 2-1. FRONT PANEL LEDS: ...12 TABLE 4-1. SITE REQUIREMENTS ...17 TABLE B-1. TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Page 5 of 20...
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Page 7: Chapter 1: Introduction
Your NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch can be free-standing, or rack mounted in a wiring closet or equipment room. It is IEEE-compliant and offers low latency for high-speed networking. It includes 24 auto-sensing 10/100 Ethernet/Fast Ethernet ports and two Gigabit ports. -
Page 8: Features
Features The following list identifies the key features of the NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch. • Twenty-four 10/100 Mbps auto sensing Fast Ethernet switching ports • Two built-in RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports for 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity • Administrative switch management including: IEEE 802.1Q Tag VLAN with up to 64 Static VLAN groups... -
Page 9: Package Contents
Package Contents Figure 1-1 shows the package contents of the NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch. Verify that your package contains the following: One FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch Rubber footpads for tabletop installation Power cord Rack-mount kit for installing the switch in a 19-inch rack This Installation guide Resource CD, with GearDiscovery Utility and User’s manual... -
Page 10: Chapter 2: Physical Description
10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ports As Figure 2-1 shows, the FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch has 24 10/100 Mbps and 2 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports. These ports are auto- sensing 10/100 or 10/100/1000 Mbps ports: When you insert a cable into an RJ-45 port, the switch automatically ascertains the maximum speed (10 or 100 or 1000 Mbps) and duplex mode (half- or full-duplex) of the attached device. -
Page 11: Table 2-1. Front Panel Leds
LED Descriptions The front panel of the NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch has LEDs that provide a quick and accurate display of link, port speed, and activity. Table 2-1 summarizes the LEDs on the switch. Table 2-1. Front Panel LEDs:... -
Page 12: Chapter 3: Applications
Desktop Switching Your NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch can be used as desktop switch to build a small network that enables users to have 1000 Mbps access to a file server. With full-duplex enabled, the switch port connected to the server or PC can provide 2000 Mbps throughput. -
Page 13: Table 4-1. Site Requirements
Step 2: Installing the Switch You can install your NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch on a flat surface or in a standard 19-inch rack. Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface The switch ships with four self-adhesive rubber footpads. Stick one rubber foot pad on each of the four concave spaces on the bottom of the switch. -
Page 14: Step 3: Checking The Installation
Step 5: Applying AC Power NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switches do not have an ON/OFF switch; the only method of applying or removing AC power is by connecting or disconnecting the power cord. Before you connect the power cord, select an AC outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch, which can turn off power to the switch. -
Page 15: Step 6: Managing The Switch Through Web Browser Or Utility Program (Initial Configuration)
Step 6: Switch Management through a Web Browser or the PC Utility for Initial Configuration Your NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch contains software for viewing, changing, and monitoring the way it works. This management software is not required for the switch to work. You can use the 10/100 Mbps ports and the built-in RJ-45 Gigabit ports without using the management software. -
Page 16: Appendix A: Glossary
Local Area Network. A network of endstations (such as PCs, printers, servers) and network devices (hubs and switches) that cover a relatively small geographic area (usually not larger than a floor or building). The ability to distribute traffic across various ports of a device, such as a switch, to provide efficient, optimized Load balancing traffic throughout the network. - Page 17 Quality of Service user. Segment A section of a LAN that is connected to the rest of the network using a switch, bridge, or repeater. SNMP Simple Network Management Protocol. An IETF standard protocol for managing devices on a TCP/IP network.
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Page 18: Appendix B: Troubleshooting
Switch Integrity If required, verify the integrity of the switch by resetting the switch. To reset the switch, use the Tools> Reset command or remove AC power from the switch and then reapply AC power. If the problem continues, contact NETGEAR technical support. In North America, call 1-888-NETGEAR. If you are outside of North America, please refer to the support information card included with your product. -
Page 19: Appendix C: Technical Specifications
APPENDIX C: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR Model FS526T Smart Fast Ethernet Switch. Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3x flow control Management IEEE 802.1Q Static VLAN (Up to 64) Port-based VLAN (Up to 26) IEEE 802.1p Class of Service (CoS) - Page 20 Page 19 of 20...
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