Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 3508-11 METRObility Optical Systems
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Installation & User Guide Model: 3508-1 1 Lancast ® 8-Port CenturySwitch ® CenturySwitch ¤ 3508-11 FDX Link/Act 100Mbps Power Module Port 8 12 345 6 78 1x 2x 3x 4x 5x 6x 10/100 Ethernet Switch .
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T able of Contents 8-Port CenturySwitch Installation & User Guide Product Overview .................................................................................................... 4 Installation Guide ..........................................
4 Product Overview Product Overview Thank you for choosing the Lancast CenturySwitch. Designed to meet the needs of today’ s growing networks, the Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch is a compact, low-cost switch featuring a unique replaceable port module.
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 5 Installation Guide Follow the steps outlined in this section to install and start using your Lancast CenturySwitch. Unpack the Lancast CenturySwitch Check that the follo.
6 Installation Guide Connect to the Network The Lancast CenturySwitch is compatible with both 10Base-T and 100Base-TX devices. Network connections are made by simply plugging the cables into the RJ-45 port connectors on the front panel as shown in the figure below .
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 7 Install the Fiber Module (Optional) Pr oceed to Step 5 if you ar e not using a fiber module. The standard 10/100 TX module installed in the CenturySwitch may be replaced by a 100Base-FX module. Refer to the listing inside the front cover for all available options.
8 Installation Guide Connect to the Network The 3508-04-F and 3508-07-F modules provide a pair of singlemode SC connectors. The 3508-04-F supports a maximum segment length of 15km and the 3508-07-F supports a maximum segment length of 40km. The 3508-03-F and 3508-05-F modules provide a pair of multimode SC and ST connectors, respectively .
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 9 Apply Power The CenturySwitch is equipped with an internal 100-240V , 50-60Hz, 25W power supply . When making power connections, connect the power cord to the input jack located on the back of the switch before making the AC connection to the outlet.
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Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 11 User Guide This section contains more detailed information r egarding the operating features of the Lancast CenturySwitch. LED Operation The functional descriptions of the LED indicators are listed below . The port LEDs report the status of their corresponding ports labeled 1 through 8.
12 User Guide T roubleshooting Cabling Problems Improper cabling is the primary cause of most network problems, particularly for 100Base-TX and 100Base-FX networks. Use only the specified twisted-pair or fiber optic cables to avoid most cabling problems.
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 13 • The mode (half duplex or full duplex) and speed (10Mbps or 100Mbps) of the NIC setting must match the mode and speed setting of the corresponding port of the switch. For NW ay Auto-Negotiation setting, both link partners will adjust to the highest allowable speed and mode operation.
14 User Guide T opology Solutions Fiber Optic Copper 100Mbps Enterprise Switch Intelligent 7500 Chassis CenturySwitch CenturySwitch CenturySwitch.
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 15 T echnical Specifications Data Rate 10Base-T ports ___________________ 10Mbps half duplex; 20Mbps full duplex 100Base-TX ports _______________ 100Mbps half duplex; 200M.
16 User Guide Physical Dimensions _________________________________ 13" W x 6.75" D x 1.75" H W eight ________________________________________________________ 4 lb Regulatory Compliance ______________________________ IEEE 802.3u and 802.
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 17 Product Safety , EMC and Compliance Statements This equipment complies with the following requirements: •U L • CSA • TUV • EN60950 (safety) • FCC Part 15, Class A • EN55022 Class A (emissions) • EN50082-1 (immunity) • IEEE 802.
18 User Guide Warranty and Servicing METRObility Optical Systems, Inc. warrants the Lancast CenturySwitch to be in good working order for a period of three years from the date of METRObility shipment. Should the unit fail anytime during said three-year period, METRObility will, at its option, replace or repair the product.
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