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Troubleshooting; Install Switch/Connect Other Devices - NETGEAR ProSafe GS116 Installation Manual

16-port gigabit switch 10/100/1000 mbps

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Make sure the selected location is:
Not in direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent.
Not cluttered or crowded. There should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space on all
sides of the switch.
Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet).
Also, you'll need one Category 5 (Cat 5) Ethernet cable with RJ-45 connectors for each device
you want to connect to the switch. Each Ethernet cable must be less than 328 feet (100 meters).
Install the Switch and Connect the
Other Devices
Apple G4
PC with
GA311
adapter
10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Switch
GS116
PWR
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GS116 16-port 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Switch
1. Place the switch on a flat surface or hook onto the screws.
2. For each device, insert one end of an Ethernet cable into the port in the device and insert
the other end into one of the Ethernet ports on the switch.
3. Connect the power adapter's cord into the back of the switch and then plug the adapter
into a power source (such as a wall socket or power strip).
The Power light should light up.
Server with GA622T
Adapter
LOCAL
10/100M
On=Link
Both=1000M
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INTERNET
Blink=Act
100M
10M
Auto
Uplink
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Model FVS318 Cable/DSL ProSafe VPN Firewall
The corresponding Link LED for each connected and powered device should light when
connected and flash when activity occurs. If the connection is 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps, one
of the LEDs in the RJ-45 jack will light up. If the connection is 1000 Mbps, the both of
the LED's in the RJ-45 jack will light up.
Note: If any light doesn't operate as indicated, go to the Troubleshooting section.

Troubleshooting

The Power light is not lit
The switch has no power.
Make sure the power cord is properly connected to the switch.
Make sure the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet. If it's in
a power strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. If the socket is controlled by a light
switch, make sure the switch is in the on position.
DSL
modem
Make sure you are using the NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your switch.
The Port number light is not lit for a connected device or
12VDC 1.2A
OFF
ON
stays on continuously
There's a hardware connection problem.
Make sure the cable connectors are securely plugged in at the switch and the device.
Make sure the connected device is turned on.
If the Ethernet cable is connected to a NIC or other Ethernet adapter, make sure the card
or adapter is installed correctly and is working.
Make sure the cable is less than 328 feet (100 meters).
Power
GS116
10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Switch
PWR
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GS116 16-port 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Switch
100 Mbps
10 Mbps
On=Link
Both=1000M
Blink=Act
100M
10M
Auto
Uplink
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