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- Page 1 Fast Starlet Gig Switch/4SX User’s Guide...
- Page 2 Under the copyright laws this manual, artwork, soft- ware, and product designs may not be copied, in whole or part, without the written consent of Farallon. Under the law, copying includes translation to another language or format.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chapter 3 - Network Planning ..............13 1000Base-SX Gigabit guidelines ..............14 1000Base-SX Gigabit networks ..............15 10/100/1000Mbps network interconnections ........15 Chapter 4 - Farallon Technical Support ............17 How to reach us ..................17 Farallon Internet information resources ..........18 Outside of the United States and Canada ..........18 Appendix .....................19... -
Page 5: Chapter 1 - Introduction
Gigabit Ethernet provides a cost effective solution to bandwidth problems, eliminating bottlenecks in server connections and maximizing network connectivity. The Fast Starlet Gig Switch acts as a high-speed selective bridge, automatically forwarding traffic from one segment to another without interfering with unused segments, increasing the total capacity of your existing network. -
Page 6: Features
32K MAC address entry table with address aging Comprehensive LEDs for at-a-glance management 19-inch rack mountable FCC Class A, CE Class A ACKAGE CONTENTS Fast Starlet Gig Switch/4SX AC power cord* Self-adhesive feet Rack mounting brackets and screws This user’s guide... -
Page 7: Front Panel
The four 1000Base-SX ports with SC connectors provide the full duplex multimode fiber Gigabit connections to the switch. When connecting a Gigabit device to the Fast Starlet Gig Switch using multimode SC cable, be sure that the TX (transmit) and RX (receive) ends of the cable are correctly connected to the RX and TX ports on both devices. -
Page 8: Rear Panel
EAR PANEL The power port is located on the Gig Switch’s rear panel. OWER PORT The power port located on the rear panel accepts the power cord for the switch. The Power LED on the front panel should light when the power cord is plugged into the power port. -
Page 9: Chapter 2 - Installation
Chapter 2 Installation Your Fast Starlet Gig Switch can be installed in these simple steps: Choose a proper location for your switch. Connect power to your switch. Connect 1000Base-SX devices or networks to the Gigabit ports. -
Page 10: Choosing A Location
Chapter 2 HOOSING A LOCATION When choosing a location for your Fast Starlet Gig Switch: Avoid dusty or damp locations. Avoid electromagnetically noisy areas, such as near power transformers or radio transmitters. Avoid temperatures below 32 Fahrenheit (0 or above 105 ˚... -
Page 11: Rack Installation
Installation ACK INSTALLATION Your switch comes with two rack mounting brackets. You can use these brackets to mount the switch on an EIA standard 19” rack. Attaching the mounting brackets for rack installation Attach the brackets to the switch, using the screws provided, then use the screws provided to attach the brackets to the rack. -
Page 12: Connecting The Switch
2. Connect the TX (transmit) and RX (receive) SC connectors at one end of the cable to a port on the Fast Starlet Gig Switch. 3. Connect the other end of the cable to a 1000Base-SX device or another Gigabit switch. -
Page 13: Chapter 3 Network Planning
Chapter 3 Network Planning Your Fast Starlet Gig Switch/4SX can be used to expand your network topology and enhance network performance. The switch can increase file server performance and segment large networks. Each port on your Fast Starlet Gig Switch/4SX creates a collision domain. -
Page 14: 1000Base-Sx Gigabit Guidelines
Chapter 3 1000B -SX G IGABIT GUIDELINES The suggested cable type is 62.5/125 or 50/125 multimode fiber optic SC. Maximum cable length of 62.5/125 multimode fiber is 220 meters, maximum cable length of 50/125 multimode fiber is 550 meters. The maximum number of switches between two end nodes sug- gested by the IEEE is seven. -
Page 15: 1000Base-Sx Gigabit Networks
IGABIT NETWORKS By adding your Fast Starlet Gig Switch/4SX to your network, you can connect a Gigabit network or server. The ports on your Fast Starlet Gig Switch can be used as high-speed backbone or file server links. Gigabit server... -
Page 17: Chapter 4 - Farallon Technical Support
Chapter 4 Farallon Technical Support Farallon is committed to providing its customers with reliable products and excellent technical support. Please take a moment now to fill out the registration card enclosed in your switch package so that we can notify you about any updated product information. -
Page 18: Farallon Internet Information Resources
ANADA If you are not located in the United States or Canada, you can get service locally by contacting your nearest Farallon reseller or distributor. For a worldwide list of our distributors, see our Internet information resources or contact Farallon directly. -
Page 19: Appendix
Appendix ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Standards IEEE 802.3z 1000Base-SX Ethernet Data transfer rate Gigabit Ethernet 1000Mbps (full duplex) Cabling 1000Base-SX 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber optic (220m) or 50/125 micron multimode fiber optic (550m) Ports 1000Base-SX SC AC inputs 100 to 240 VAC 50 or 60 Hz Power consumption 23 watts... - Page 20 EGULATORY NOTICES FCC C OMPLIANCE TATEMENT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Page 21: Warranty
This warranty will expire three (3) years from date of purchase. Farallon’s entire liability and your sole remedy under this warranty during the warranty period is that Farallon shall, at its option, either repair the Product or refund the original purchase price of the Product. - Page 22 (including damages for loss of business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, and the like) arising out the use or inability to use the product even if Farallon or its licensor(s) have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Because some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, the above limitations may not apply to you.
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