D-Link DES-1018DG Manual
D-Link DES-1018DG Manual

D-Link DES-1018DG Manual

16-port 10/100mbps + 2-port gigabit ethernet switch
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D-Link™ DES-1018DG
16-Port 10/100Mbps +
2-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Manual
First Edition
Building Networks for People
RECYCLABLE

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  • Page 1 D-Link™ DES-1018DG 16-Port 10/100Mbps + 2-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Manual First Edition Building Networks for People RECYCLABLE...
  • Page 2 Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of D-Link Computer Corporation is strictly forbidden. Trademarks used in this text: D-Link and the D-LINK logo are trademarks of D-Link Computer Corporation; Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..............................1 ............................1 THERNET ECHNOLOGY Fast Ethernet Technology ..........................1 Gigabit Ethernet Technology ...........................1 ............................1 WITCHING ECHNOLOGY ............................2 WITCH ESCRIPTION Features ................................2 ..........................3 RONT ANEL OMPONENTS LED Indicators..............................3 ...........................4 ANEL ESCRIPTION INSTALLATION ..............................5 Package Contents.............................5 ......................5...
  • Page 4: Intended Readers

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Preface The DES-1018DG Manual is divided into sections that describe the system installation and operating instructions with examples. Section 1, Introduction - A description of the physical features of the switch, including LED indicators, ports and panel descriptions.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Safety Instructions Use the following safety guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your system from potential damage. Throughout this safety section, the caution icon ( ) is used to indicate cautions and precautions that you need to review and follow.
  • Page 6 D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Safety Instructions (continued) • Use only approved power cable(s). If you have not been provided with a power cable for your system or for any AC-powered option intended for your system, purchase a power cable that is approved for use in your country.
  • Page 7: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Safety Instructions (continued) Always load the rack from the bottom up, and load the heaviest item in the rack first. Make sure that the rack is level and stable before extending a component from the rack.
  • Page 8: Introduction

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch SECTION 1 Introduction Ethernet Technology Switch Description Features Ports Front-Panel Components Ethernet Technology Fast Ethernet Technology The growing importance of LANs and the increasing complexity of desktop computing applications are fueling the need for high performance networks. A number of high-speed LAN technologies are proposed to provide greater bandwidth and improve client/server response times.
  • Page 9: S Witch D Escription

    Switch Description The DES-1018DG Switch module is equipped with 16 ports providing dedicated 10/100Mbps and 2 ports 10/100/1000Mbps bandwidth. These ports can be used for connecting PCs, servers, and hubs. The DES- 1018DG uses standard twisted pair cabling and are ideal for segmenting networks into small, connected subnets.
  • Page 10: Front-Panel Components

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Front-Panel Components The front panel of the Switch consists of LED indicators : Figure 1-1. Front Panel View of the switch Comprehensive LED indicators display the status of the switch and the network. LED Indicators The LED indicators of the Switch include Power, Link/Act and speed.
  • Page 11: Rear Panel Description

    Just plug the network cable directly into the hub; you can use either straight-through or crossover cable. 1000BASE-T Ports ( Port 17 ~ 18 ) The DES-1018DG is equipped with two Gigabit twisted pair ports that are auto negotiable 10/100/1000Mbps and also support auto MDI/MDIX crossover detection.
  • Page 12: Installation

    • 5. Quick Installation Guide (Excluding USA) If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local D-Link Reseller for replacement. Before You Connect to the Network The site where you install the Switch may greatly affect its performance. Please follow these guidelines for setting up the Switch.
  • Page 13 D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Figure 2-2. Attaching the Rubber Feet...
  • Page 14: Provide For Adequate Ventilation

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Provide for Adequate Ventilation Do not place any device on top of Switch, or place the Switch on top CAUTION: of any device or object that will block the free flow of air through the ventilation slots on the sides, top, and bottom of the Switch’s case.
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  • Page 16: Connecting The Switch

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Section 3 Connecting The Switch Switch To End Node Switch To Hub or Switch Connecting To a Server NOTE: All Ethernet ports can support both MDI-II and MDI-X connections. Switch To End Node End nodes include PCs outfitted with a 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) and most routers.
  • Page 17: Switch To Hub Or Switch

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Switch to Hub or Switch These connections can be accomplished in a number of ways using a normal cable • A 10BASE-T hub or switch can be connected to the Switch via a twisted-pair Category 3, 4, 5, or 5e UTP/STP cable.
  • Page 18: Technical Specifications

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Appendix A Technical Specifications General Standards: IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3x Flow Control Protocol: CSMA/CD Data Transfer Ethernet: 10Mbps (Half-duplex) Rate: 20Mbps (Full-duplex) Fast Ethernet: 100Mbps (Half-duplex) 200Mbps...
  • Page 19: Glossary

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Glossary 1000BASE-LX a short laser wavelength on multimode fiber optic cable for a maximum length of 550 meters 1000BASE-SX a long wavelength for a "long haul" fiber optic cable for a maximum length of 10 kilometers 100BASE-FX 100Mbps Ethernet implementation over fiber.
  • Page 20 D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch full duplex A system that allows packets to be transmitted and received at the same time and, in effect, doubles the potential throughput of a link. half duplex A system that allows packets to be transmitted and received, but not at the same time.
  • Page 21 D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch UDP User Datagram Protocol. An Internet standard protocol that allows an application program on one device to send a datagram to an application program on another device. VLAN Virtual LAN. A group of location- and topology-independent devices that communicate as if they are on a common physical LAN.
  • Page 22 Repaired or replacement Hardware will be warranted for the remainder of the original Warranty Period from the date of original retail purchase. If a material defect is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to repair or replace the defective Hardware, the price paid by the original purchaser for the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware.
  • Page 23 D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch D-Link may reject or return any product that is not packaged and shipped in strict compliance with the foregoing requirements, or for which an RMA number is not visible from the outside of the package. The product owner agrees to pay D-Link’s reasonable handling and return shipping charges for any product that is not packaged and shipped in accordance...
  • Page 24: Warranty And Registration Information

    CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY ACCIDENT, FIRE, LIGHTNING OR OTHER HAZARD. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY IN NO EVENT WILL D-LINK BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ARISING OUT THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE, PERFORMANCE, FAILURE OR INTERRUPTION OF A D- LINK PRODUCT, HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY.
  • Page 25 This Warranty applies on the condition that the product Registration Card is filled out and returned to a D-Link office within ninety (90) days of purchase. A list of D-Link offices is provided at the back of this manual, together with a copy of the Registration Card.
  • Page 26: International Offices

    D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch International Offices Israel U.S.A Norway 11 Hamanofim Street 17595 Mt. Herrmann Street Karihaugveien 89 Ackerstein Towers, Regus Business Center Fountain Valley, CA. 92708 1086 Oslo P.O.B 2148, Hertzelia-Pituach 46120. TEL: 714-885-6000 Norway Israel Fax 866-743-4905...
  • Page 27 D-Link DES-1018DG Unmanaged Gigabit Ethernet Switch Belgium Middle East (Dubai) China Rue des Colonies 11 P.O.Box: 500376 Room 507/508, Tower W1, B-1000 Brussels Office No.:103, Building:3 The towers Oriental Plaza NO.1, Belgium Dubai Internet City East Chang An Ave., Tel: +32(0)2 517 7111...
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