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Installation Manual Fast EtherHub- 8se Smart Fast Ethernet Hub with 8 100BASE-TX Ports; including TalkingHub™ support...
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Quick Installation The Fast EtherHub-8se contains 8 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet ports. The smart design built into the front display panel provides a friendly interface that simplifies installation and network troubleshooting. If you are already familiar with basic network operations, you should be able to install this hub as described below: 1.
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide 6. This hub can serve as a stand-alone repeater for small networks, can be cascaded with compatible devices (e.g., Fast Ethernet hub or switch), or can be connected to a network interconnection device (e.g., a router).
About this Guide This guide is designed for the experienced network installer. It describes how to install and operate Accton’s Fast EtherHub-8se. After reading this manual, you should be able to use the front display panel and configure options to manage all your network connections.
Contents Chapter 1: Product Overview ..........1-1 Introduction to Fast Ethernet ..................1-1 Accton’s Fast EtherHub-8se ..................1-1 Basic Features ......................1-2 Chapter 2: Installing the System..........2-1 Pre-Installation Requirements ...................2-1 Connecting the Hub System ..................2-2 Making a Connection via an MDI-X Station Port ..........2-2 Making a Connection via the MDI Daisy-Chain Port...........2-3...
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Rear Panel .......................4-7 RJ-45 Ethernet Ports.....................4-7 Power Socket......................4-7 Appendix A: Troubleshooting ..........A-1 Diagnosing Hub Indicators..................A-1 System Diagnostics ....................A-2 Power and Cooling Problems ................A-2 Installation ......................A-2 Physical Configuration ..................A-3 Hub Integrity ......................A-3 Appendix B: Port and Cable Assignments......B-1 RJ-45 Port .......................B-1...
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Technical Support .....................E-3 Limited Warranty ......................E-4 Customer Remedies....................E-4 Return Process......................E-5 Accton Offices......................E-6 Ordering Information ....................E-6 Glossary Index List of Figures Figure 3.1 Stand-Alone Configuration ..............3-1 Figure 3.2 Multiple Hub Configuration Using the Daisy-Chain Port ......3-2 Figure 3.3 Cabling Limits for Multiple Hub Configuration........3-4 Figure 4.1 Front Panel .....................4-1...
10 Mbps Ethernet environment with no need for protocol translation or changes to network software. Accton’s Fast EtherHub-8se The Fast EtherHub-8se includes 8 100BASE-TX Ethernet ports. It provides a friendly design that simplifies installation and network troubleshooting. The SmartWatch indicator panel includes Utilization and Collision rate LEDs, as well as Partition, Link and Traffic LEDs to ease network management.
Automatic polarity detection and correction permits automatic adjustment for wiring errors • Plug-and-play operation The Fast EtherHub-8se also supports the following basic system safeguards: • This hub features automatic partitioning and reconnection, jabber lockup protection, and automatic polarity detection for network cabling.
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide • With automatic partitioning and reconnection, any port is automatically isolated if excessive collisions occur on it. When the condition is corrected, the port is automatically reconnected. • With the jabber lock-up function, the hub automatically stops transmission of abnormal Ethernet frames that may cause data loss for all network users.
Chapter 2: Installing the System This chapter provides information on installing the Fast EtherHub-8se, estab- lishing network connections, and configuring the system. You may install this hub on any level surface (e.g., a table or shelf) or in a standard EIA equipment rack.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Connecting the Hub System The EtherHub-8se has 8 RJ-45 station ports and 1 RJ-45 daisy-chain port. The station ports allow you to make connections to devices such as a workstation, server, or router. You can also cascade to another compatible hub or switch by connecting an MDI port on one device (e.g., port 8MDI on this hub) to an...
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Making a Connection via the MDI Daisy-Chain Port 1. To make a direct connection to another compatible hub or switch, use the 8MDI daisy-chain port. When connecting to this port, remember not to use Port 8MDI-X.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Simplified Cable Length Constraints The Fast EtherHub-8se is a Class II repeater. IEEE recommends that Class II repeaters be limited to a cascade of two hubs. The simplest rule is that workstation connections be limited to 100 meters (328 feet) for twisted-pair cabling and that interhub cabling be limited to 5 meters (16 feet).
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide However, when setting up these kinds of distributed cascades, you have to be very careful in calculating the maximum length for each node pair. All end- node devices (e.g., workstations or servers) must be within 100 meters (328 feet) of the connected hub when using twisted-pair cabling.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Providing Power to the EtherHub 1. Power on the hub by plugging the power cord into the power socket at the rear of the EtherHub, and the other end into a power outlet. 2. Check the LED marked Power on the front panel to see if it is on. The unit will automatically select the setting that matches the connected input voltage.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Verifying System Operation Verify that all attached devices have a valid connection. The hub monitors link status for each port. If any device is properly connected to the hub and transmitting a link beat signal, the Link indicator lights up for the corresponding port.
Chapter 3: Configuring the Network The Fast EtherHub-8se allows great flexibility in configuring your network. You can use it in a stand-alone or multiple hub configuration. Some of the common applications for this Fast EtherHub are described in this chapter.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Connecting Multiple Hubs Using the RJ-45 Daisy-Chain Port You can easily connect to another hub via the MDI daisy-chain port. Figure 3.2 shows a sample configuration. Figure 3.2 Multiple Hub Configuration Using the Daisy-Chain Port Configuring the Network...
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Precise Guidelines for Configuring Multiple Hubs A detailed formula for calculating maximum cable length was provided in the section on “Precise Cable Length Budgeting” in Chapter 2. This formula stated that the maximum length of cabling that can be run from end-node to end-node ≥...
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Figure 3.3 Cabling Limits for Multiple Hub Configuration Notes: 1. The maximum length for each cable must be determined by calculations for the longest path (i.e., node-to-node connection) that passes through that segment. 2. To control the number of hubs in a path, we recommend that one hub be used to connect to several other hubs.
Chapter 4: Hardware Reference Before connecting any network device to this hub, please review Chapter 2 for information on system installation and Chapter 3 for a brief look at common network architectures. This chapter describes the hardware features of the Fast EtherHub-8se.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Panel Indicators The front panel array provides indicators that show the utilization of network bandwidth and indicate the status of port connections. It includes port status indicators and a statistical display for network traffic as shown below.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Speech Status Color: Orange Label: Speech Function: Talking function indicator Condition Indication Talking function is enabled. Talking function is disabled. Statistical Display for System Performance ) The statistical indicators show the percentage of valid data Utilization...
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide The Collision LEDs assist the network manager in monitoring the percentage of packet collisions occurring relative to the total packets transmitted by the hub. When collisions reach a level marked on the front panel display, the correspond- ing LED lights up.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Link Status Color: Green Label: Link/Traffic Function: Indicates a valid network connection and traffic entering the port. Condition Indication Indicates a valid link has been established on this port. BLINKING Indicates the port is receiving packets; blinking is proportional to the traffic entering the port.
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Condition Message Description Power On “The system has started.” On start-up, these four messages are “To install your system, please use repeated only once. Category 5 TP cable.” “The maximum distance from a PC to a hub is 100 meters.”...
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Rear Panel The rear panel on the hub includes 8 RJ-45 MDI-X station ports, 1 RJ-45 MDI daisy-chain port, and a full-range power socket. Figure 4.3 Rear Panel RJ-45 Ethernet Ports This hub includes 8 Fast Ethernet station ports on the rear panel; of which Port 8 can also serve as a daisy-chain port.
Appendix A: Troubleshooting Diagnosing Hub Indicators This Fast EtherHub can be easily monitored through its comprehensive panel indicators. These indicators assist the network manager in identifying problems the hub may encounter. This section describes common problems you may encounter and possible solutions. Power indicator does not light up.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide System Diagnostics Power and Cooling Problems If the Power indicator does not turn on when the power cord is plugged in, you may have a problem with the power outlet, power cord, or internal power supply as explained in the previous section. However, if the unit powers off...
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide External Adapters Make sure the network interface hardware and software drivers for the attached devices are functioning properly. Check the adapter cards and associated drivers used in any attached workstation or server. Physical Configuration If problems occur after altering the network configuration, restore the original connections, then try to track the problem down by implementing the new changes, one step at a time.
Appendix B: Port and Cable Assignments RJ-45 Port Figure B.1 RJ-45 Connector (on the Hub Side) MDI-X Assignment MDI Assignment (Station Port 1 ~ 8) (Cascade Port 8) Input Receive Data + Output Transmit Data + Input Receive Data - Output Transmit Data - Output Transmit Data + Input Receive Data +...
Appendix D: Regulatory Standards Compliance EMI Certification FCC Class B Certification Accton Technology Corporation Model Numbers: EH3008e-TX FCC ID: HED3008eEHLCT-TX This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. Warnings 1. Wear an anti-static wrist strap or take other suitable measures to prevent electrostatic discharge whenever handling this equipment.
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide EN55022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the Accton Ethernet Hub 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 EN55022:1987 Class B (CISPR 22:1985/BS 6527:1988).
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Safety Compliance Underwriters Laboratories Inc. Important! Before making connections, make sure you have the correct Cord Set. Check it (read the label on the cable) against the following specification list. Operating Voltage Cord Set Specifications 120 Volts...
Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise 1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch. 2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf. 3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie keine Flüssig- oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten eignet sich ein angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.
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Fast User’s Guide EtherHub-8se After repair, Accton will inform you of the date of delivery and the exact amount due. Please send the payment by T/T (Telegram Transfer), and Accton will send you the fixed component after receiving payment. With or without warranty, if the hardware is found to be free of defects, you will only be charged for testing and handling.
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Fast User’s Guide EtherHub-8se Limited Warranty Accton warrants to the original owner that the product delivered in this package will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the lifetime of the product. For the warranty to apply, you must register your purchase by returning the registration card indicating the date of purchase and including proof of purchase.
Accton’s Limited Lifetime Warranty for this product. The product may contain fully tested, recycled parts, warranted as if new. For warranty information: All territories except North and South America: Accton Technology Corporation, International Headquarters No. 1, Creation Rd. III, Science-based Industrial Park, Hsinchu 300, Taiwan, R.O.C. Phone: 886-3-5770-270 Fax: 886-3-5770-267...
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Glossary 100BASE-TX IEEE’s specifications for 100 Mbps Ethernet using twisted-pair cable (100 STP or UTP . The maximum length of cable for a point-to-point connection is 100 meters (328 feet). Collision A condition in which two packets transmitted over a medium interferes with each other. Their interference makes both unintelligible.
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Fast Ethernet 100 Mbps network communication system based on Ethernet and the CSMA/CD access method. IEEE 802.3 Standard Standard for the physical and electrical connections in local area networks developed by the IEEE. The IEEE 802.3u standard covers these same issues for 100 Mbps networks.
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Fast EtherHub-8se User’s Guide Shielded Twisted-Pair (STP) Twisted-pair wire covered with an external aluminum-foil or woven-copper shield designed to reduce excessive noise pick up or radiation. The STP cable refered to in this manual is also sometimes called screened twisted-pair (ScTP). Its impedance is and has the same pin assignment as UTP.
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