FriendlyNET™ FX4000 4-Slot Modular Switch User’s Manual
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Table of Contents Chapter 1. Introduction Key Features Package Contents Chapter 2. Product Overview Front Panel Optional Modules FX40-8TP Module FX40-2SMC15 Fiber Module FX40-4MMC Fiber Module FX40-1SX and FX40-1LX Gigabit Fiber Modules FX40-1T Gigabit Module Installing the FX40 Optional Modules Chapter 3. Installation Mounting the Switch Desktop Installation Rack Mounting Supplying Power Connecting the Switch Appendix A. Specifications Appendix B.
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Chapter 1. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the FriendlyNET FX4000. This switch combines Ethernet, Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet capabilities in a single, rack mountable unit. Combining these interfaces allows the switch to unclog existing LANs and to provide an efficient, high speed network. The switch features a store and forward switching scheme. Every optional module has it’s own 12K entry MAC address table to store source addresses. The backplane of the FX4000 can reach up to 9.
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Chapter 2. Product Overview This chapter contains the following topics: • • • Physical Description Optional Modules Installing Optional Modules The FX4000 is a modular switch with four slots for optional modules. The LEDs are located on the front panels of the switch and modules to allow you to monitor the operation and performance at a glance.
FX40-8TP Module When installed into the switch, this module provides 8 x 10/100 Mbps ports that can connect the switch to a 10 or 100 Mbps hub or end station. It utilizes 3 LED's to indicate status: 100M, Link/Activity and Full Duplex/Collision. FX40-2SMC15 Fiber Module When installed into the switch, this module provides 2 x 100BaseFX fiber ports that can be used to connect the switch to the backbone of the network, to a 100 Mbps server or end station.
FX40-4MMC Fiber Module When installed into a switch, this module provides 4 x 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet fiber ports that can be used to connect the switch to the network backbone, a 100 Mbps server or end station. A SC connector provides the link to the multi mode fiber cabling, and there are 2 LEDs to indicate following status: Link/Activity and Full Duplex. A DIP switch, located on the module board, sets the operating mode to half or full duplex (full duplex is the default mode).
FX40-1T Gigabit Module When installed into a switch, the FX40-1T Gigabit module provides one Gigabit Ethernet port that can connect the switch to a Gigabit backbone switch or to a server with a Gigabit NIC adapter card. The module comes with a 10/100/1000 Mbps Nway autonegotiating RJ45 connector with automatic MDI crossover function which provides the link to the switch.
Chapter 3. Installation This chapter describes the basic installation of the switch. Mounting the Switch The switch is suitable for use in an office environment where it can be rack mounted in standard EIA 19-inch racks or it can stand alone. Desktop Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Set the switch on a sufficiently large, flat space with a power outlet nearby. The surface where you put your switch should be clean, smooth, level, and sturdy.
Connecting the Switch You can connect your switch to network devices, such as desktops, workgroups or to other hubs. Before connecting to a desktop or workgroup, ensure that the following cabling requirements are met: 1. 2. 3. 4. 12 The 10BaseT Ethernet cable is Category 3 or better UTP cabling. The 100BaseTX Fast Ethernet and 1000BaseT cable is tested Category 5 or better UTP cabling. The 100BaseFX fiber cable is 62.5/125 micron multimode fiber, or 9/125 micron single mode fiber.
Appendix A. Specifications The table below lists the specifications of the FriendlyNET FX4000 and the FX40 modules. Standards Compliance Power Temperature Humidity Switch Dimensions Data Buffer Address Table Technology Connectors Transfer Rates LED Indicators EMI & Safety Limited Warranty 802.3 10BaseT 802.3u 100BaseTX/FX 802.3z 1000BaseSX 802.3ab Gigabit 1000BaseT 802.
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Appendix B. FCC and Warranty Statements FCC Statement 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 pro-vide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
FriendlyNET FX4000 4-Slot Unmanaged Switch User’s Manual Asanté Technologies, Inc. 821 Fox Lane San Jose, CA 95131 USA SALES 800-662-9686 Home/Office Solutions 800-303-9121 Enterprise Solutions 408-435-8388 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 801-566-8991: Worldwide 801-303-3787: FAX www.asante.com support@asante.com Copyright © 2002 Asanté Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved.
