Troubleshooting - Asus GIGAX1105 - GigaX 1105 Switch Quick Installation Manual

Troubleshooting

This troubleshooting guide provides answers to some common problems
which you may encounter while installing and/or using ASUS network
switches. These problems require simple troubleshooting that you can
perform by yourself. Contact ASUS Technical Support if you encounter
problems not mentioned in this section.
Problem
The POWER LED does not
light up.
The STATUS LED does not
light up after an Ethernet
cable is attached.
Collisions are occurring
(DUPLEX LED blinking) and
network performance is
reduced.
The speed indicator shows
incorrect speed.
ASUS GigaX1105/GigaX1108
Action
Verify that you are using the AC
adapter provided with the switch
and that it is securely connected to
the switch and an electrical outlet
with the correct output voltage.
• Verify that the Ethernet cable is
securely connected to the switch
and your network device.
• Make sure that the switch and your
network device are powered ON.
• Verify that your cable is sufficient for
your network requirements. Make
sure that Category 5 cable is used.
10Mbit/sec connections may tolerate
lower quality cables.
• Try replacing your UTP Category 5
cable with a new one.
• Check the cable length. The cable
length between the switch and the
network device must not exceed
100 meters (328 feet).
• Some old network devices may have
this problem and cannot be avoided.
Make sure that the cable used are
Category 5 certified.
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