Fast Ethernet Switch AT-FS708 Installation Guide 613-001268 Rev.
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Electrical Safety and Emissions Standards This product meets the following standards. U.S. Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Name: Allied Telesis, Inc. Declares that the product: Fast Ethernet Switch Model Number: AT-FS708 This product complies with FCC Part 15B, Class B Limits: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Translated Safety Statements Important: The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled “Translated Safety Statements” on our web site. Go to http://www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software/. Select Switches under Product Category and this product under Product Name. You can view this document online or download it onto a local workstation or server.
Contents Preface ..................................................................................................................................................................................6 Safety Symbols Used in this Document..................................................................................................................................7 Where to Find Web-based Guides ...................................................................................................................
Preface This guide contains instructions on how to install the AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet switch.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Safety Symbols Used in this Document This document uses the safety symbols defined in Table 1. Table 1. Safety Symbols Symbol Meaning Description Caution Performing or omitting a specific action may result in equipment damage or loss of data. Warning Performing or omitting a specific action may result in electrical shock.
Preface Where to Find Web-based Guides The installation and user guides for all Allied Telesis products are available in portable document format (PDF) on our web site. Go to http://www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software/. Select Switches under Product Category and the this product under Product Name. You can view the documents online or download them onto a local workstation or server.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Contacting Allied Telesis This section provides Allied Telesis contact information for technical support as well as sales and corporate information. Online Support You can request technical support online by accessing the Allied Telesis Knowledge Base: www.alliedtelesis.com/support/kb.aspx. You can use the Knowledge Base to submit questions to our technical support staff and review answers to previously asked questions.
Chapter 1 Product Description This chapter contains the follows sections: “Overview” on page 11 “Key Features” on page 12 “Hardware Feature Description” on page 13 “A Few Ethernet Switching Basics” on page 16 10
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Overview The AT-FS708 switch is an unmanaged eight-port Fast Ethernet switch. This switch offers a range of features and capabilities that can be used in a variety of network configurations and topologies, such as: Creating small workgroups with dedicated 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps links to your network devices, such as workstations, servers, printers, and routers.
Chapter 1: Product Description Key Features The AT-FS708 switch has the following key features: Eight 10/100 Mbps (10Base-T / 100Base-TX) twisted pair ports with RJ-45 connectors System and port LEDs Auto-Negotiate and Auto MDI/MDI-X on all 10/100 Mbps twisted pair ports Support half- or full-duplex mode on all 10/100 Mbps twisted pair ports Auto-Negotiation (IEEE 802.3u-compliant) Flow control (IEEE 802.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Hardware Feature Description The sections below describe the hardware features of the AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet switch: 10/100Base-TX Twisted Pair Ports “10/100Base-TX Twisted Pair Ports,” next “System and Port LEDs” on page 14 “ECOFriendly Push Button” on page 15 “AC Power Connector” on page 15 The AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet switch features eight twisted pair ports. The features of the twisted pair ports are explained in the following sections.
Chapter 1: Product Description For 10 Mbps operation, Category 3 or better 100 ohm shielded or unshielded twisted pair cabling is required. For 100 Mbps operation, Category 5 and Enhanced Category 5 (5E) 100 ohm shielded or unshielded twisted pair cabling is required. Maximum Distance Each twisted pair port has a maximum operating distance of 100 meters (328 feet). Auto MDI/MDI-X All of the twisted pair ports on the switch are auto-MDI and IEEE 802.3abcompatible.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide ECOFriendly Push Button The ecoFriendly switch on the front panel may be used to turn ON or OFF the port LEDs. Select the OFF position for power conservation. The power LED remains active at all times. Note The power LED remains active at all times. AC Power Connector The AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet switch has a single AC power supply socket on the back panel. Refer to Appendix A, “Technical Specifications” on page 33, for the input voltage range.
Chapter 1: Product Description A Few Ethernet Switching Basics An Ethernet switch interconnects network devices, such as workstations, printers, routers, and other Ethernet switches, so that they can communicate with each other by sending and receiving Ethernet frames. MAC Address Table Every hardware device on your network has a unique MAC address. This address is assigned to the device by the device’s manufacturer.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Duplex Mode Duplex mode refers to how an end node receives and transmits data. If an end node can receive or transmit data, but not both simultaneously, it is operating in what is referred to as half-duplex mode. If an end node can both receive and transmit data simultaneously, the end node is operating in full-duplex mode.
Chapter 1: Product Description A port operating in full-duplex mode uses PAUSE frames, as specified in the IEEE 802.3x standard, to stop the transmission of data from an endnode. Whenever the switch wants an end-node to stop transmitting data, it issues this frame. The frame instructs the end-node to cease transmission for a period of time specified within the frame. The switch continues to issue PAUSE frames until it is ready again to receive data from the endnode. This is referred to as flow control.
Chapter 2 Installation This chapter contains the following sections: “Reviewing Safety Precautions” on page 20 “Selecting a Site for the Switch” on page 22 “Planning the Installation” on page 23 “Unpacking the Switch” on page 24 “Installing the Switch on a Table or Desktop” on page 25 “Wall-Mounting the Switch” on page 26 “Installing the Switch in a Rack” on page 28 “Cabling the Switch” on page 30 “Powering On the Switch” on page 31 19
Chapter 2: Installation Reviewing Safety Precautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the switch. Note Important: The indicates that a translation of the safety statement is available in a PDF document titled “Translated Safety Statements” on our web site. Go to http://www.alliedtelesis.com/support/software/. Select Switches under Product Category and this product under Product Name.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide All Countries: Install product in accordance with local and National Electrical Codes. E8 Warning: As a safety precaution, install a circuit breaker with a minimum value of 15 Amps between the equipment and the DC power source. Always connect the wires to the LAN equipment first before you connect the wires to the circuit breaker. Do not work with HOT feeds to avoid the danger of physical injury from electrical shock.
Chapter 2: Installation Selecting a Site for the Switch Observe the following requirements when choosing a site for the AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet switch: If you plan to install the switch in an equipment rack, be sure that the rack is safely secured and that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bottom, with the heavier devices near the bottom of the rack. If you are installing the switch on a table, be sure that the table is level and secure.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Planning the Installation Table 3 contains the cabling specifications for the twisted pair ports. Table 3.
Chapter 2: Installation Unpacking the Switch To unpack an AT-FS708 switch, perform the following procedure: 1. Remove all components from the shipping package. Note Store the packaging material in a safe location. You must use the original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied Telesis. 2. Place the switch on a level, secure surface. 3. Verify that the following hardware components are included in your switch package.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Installing the Switch on a Table or Desktop To install the switch on a table or desktop, perform the following procedure: 1. Remove all the items from the packaging and store the packaging material in a safe place. In the event a problem occurs and you need to return the unit, please use as much of the original shipping material as possible. 2. Attach the four self-adhesive rubber feet to the bottom of the switch, as shown in Figure 3.
Chapter 2: Installation Wall-Mounting the Switch The switch can be mounted vertically on a wall using the mounting brackets that come with the unit. The wall-mounting screws and plastic anchors necessary to mount the switch on a wall are provided. Note The plastic anchors used for wall mounting the switch are intended for installation in walls made of sheetrock or concrete materials. To mount an AT-FS708 switch onto a wall, perform the following procedure: 1.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide 7. Align the switch horizontally. And then position and hang the switch onto the wall using the two keyhole slots located in the bottom of the switch, as illustrated in Figure 5. 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 AUTO MDI/M DI-X 1 ER POW /ACT LINK 8 -TX 8 S7-T0/100Baet seSwitch AT10-F Base Ethern 100M FDX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Ports Fast 1777 Figure 5. Aligning an AT-FS708 for Wallmount Installation 8. Make sure that the switch is securely mounted onto the wall.
Chapter 2: Installation Installing the Switch in a Rack Perform the following procedure to install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack. 1. If attached, remove the rubber feet, data cables, and power cord from the switch. 2. Attach the two mounting brackets (provided) to the sides of the switch using the bracket mounting screws (provided), as shown in Figure 6.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide 3. Mount the switch in a 19-inch rack using rack mounting screws (not provided), as shown in Figure 7. AT-F S 708 10Ba Fast se-T/10 Ethe 0Bas rnet e-T Switc X 8 Ports h POWE R LINK/A CT 100M FDX 1 1 2 3 4 2 5 6 7 3 8 4 5 6 7 AUTO MDI/M 8 DI-X 1776 Figure 7. Rack Mounting the Switch 4. Proceed to “Cabling the Switch” on page 30 for the cable installation.
Chapter 2: Installation Cabling the Switch To connect the twisted pair cables to the ports on the AT-FS708 switch, perform the following procedure: 1. Connect the twisted pair data cables to the RJ-45 ports on the switch, as shown in Figure 8. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 AUT OM DI/M 8 DI-X 1774 Figure 8. Connecting the Twisted Pair Data Cables When connecting a twisted pair cable to a port, observe the following guidelines: An RJ-45 connector should fit snugly into the port on the switch.
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide Powering On the Switch To apply power to the AT-FS708 switch without the optional power cord retaining clip installed, perform the following procedure: 1. Apply AC power to the switch by plugging the power cord into the AC power connector on the back panel of the unit, as shown in Figure 9. Warning Power cord is used as a disconnection device: To de-energize equipment, disconnect the power cord. 5 Caution Use only safety licensed power supply cord.
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting This chapter contains information on how to troubleshoot the switch in the event a problem occurs. Note If you are still unable to resolve the problem after following the instructions in this chapter, contact Allied Telesis Technical Support for assistance. Refer to “Contacting Allied Telesis” on page 9. Check the POWER LED on the front of the switch.
Appendix A Technical Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions: (W x D x H) 250 mm x 117 mm x 36.5 mm (9.84 in x 4.60 in x 1.44 in) Weight: 0.75 kg (1.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Safety and Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications EMI FCC Part 15 Class B, CISPR 22 Class B, EN55022 Class B, Immunity EN55024 Electrical Safety UL 60950 (CULUS), EN60950 (TUV), C-Tick, CE Mark 34
AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet Switch Installation Guide RJ-45 Twisted Pair Port Connectors This section lists the connectors and connector pinouts for the AT-FS708 Fast Ethernet switch and its components. Figure 10 illustrates the pin layout to an RJ-45 connector and port. 1 8 8 1 Figure 10. RJ-45 Connector and Port Pin Layout Table 4 lists the RJ-45 pin signals when a twisted pair port is operating in the MDI configuration. Table 4.
