ES-1016B/1024B Ethernet Switch User’s Guide Version 2.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents ..................................................................................................... 1 Copyright .................................................................................................................. 1 Interference Statements and Warnings .................................................................. 2 ZyXEL Limited Warranty........................................................................................
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Appendix A Product Specifications .......................................................................................... 21 Index........................................................................................................................
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ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Interference Statements and Warnings FCC Statement This switch complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1 This switch may not cause harmful interference. 2 This switch must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operations. FCC Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital switch, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Safety Warnings For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions. • Do NOT open the device or unit. Opening or removing covers can expose you to dangerous high voltage points or other risks. ONLY qualified service personnel can service the device. Please contact your vendor for further information. • Use ONLY the dedicated power supply for your device.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide ZyXEL Limited Warranty ZyXEL warrants to the original end user (purchaser) that this product is free from any defects in materials or workmanship for a period of up to two years from the date of purchase.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Customer Support Please have the following information ready when you contact customer support. • • • • Product model and serial number. Warranty Information. Date that you received your device. Brief description of the problem and the steps you took to solve it. METHOD SUPPORT E-MAIL TELEPHONE* WEB SITE FAX FTP SITE REGULAR MAIL LOCATION CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS (WORLDWIDE) CZECH REPUBLIC DENMARK FINLAND SALES E-MAIL support@zyxel.com.tw +886-3-578-3942 sales@zyxel.
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ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide List of Figures Figure 1 ES-1016B ................................................................................................ 13 Figure 2 ES-1024B ................................................................................................ 13 Figure 3 Standalone Workgroup Example ............................................................. 15 Figure 4 Bridging Example ....................................................................................
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ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide List of Tables Table 1 Network Cable Types ............................................................................... 18 Table 2 The Front Panel LED Descriptions .......................................................... 18 Table 3 Troubleshooting Power LED ..................................................................... 19 Table 4 Product Specifications ..............................................................................
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide 10 List of Tables
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Preface Congratulations on your purchase of the Dimension Ethernet Switch. About the Dimension Ethernet Switches The Dimension switch is a cost effective Fast Ethernet switch ideal for setting up a small workgroup or for bridging two separate networks. There are two switch models. The ES-1016B comes with 16 10/100M ports and the ES-1024B with 24 10/100M ports. Related Documentation • Support Disk Refer to the included CD for support documents.
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ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide CHAPTER 1 Getting to Know Your Switch This chapter describes the key features, benefits and applications of your switch. 1.1 Introduction The switch is a multi-port switch that can be used to build high-performance switched workgroup networks. The switch is a store-and-forward device that offers low latency for high-speed networking. The switch is designed for workgroups, departments or backbone computing environments for SME (small, medium enterprise) businesses.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide • Power, LK/ACT and FD/COL LEDs. • Standard 19-inch rack-mount design. 1.3 Package Contents Compare the contents of your ES package with the checklist below. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your local dealer. • • • • • An Ethernet switch Power cord This User’s Guide Four self-adhesive rubber feet Rack mount brackets 1.4 Applications This section provides two network topology examples in which the switch is used. 1.4.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Figure 3 Standalone Workgroup Example 1.4.2 Bridging With its large address table and high performance, the switch is an ideal solution for department networks to connect to the corporate backbone or for connecting network segments. The following figure depicts a typical segment bridge application of the switch in an enterprise environment.
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ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide CHAPTER 2 Hardware Description and Connection 2.1 Rear Panel The three-pronged power receptacle is located on the rear panel of the switch. Refer to the Appendix A on page 21 for power specification. Figure 5 Rear Panel 2.1.1 Rear Panel Power Connection Connect one end of the supplied power cord to the power receptacle on the back of the switch and the other end to the appropriate power source. 2.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide 2.2.2 Front Panel Connections You can use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) Ethernet cables for RJ-45 ports. The following table describes the types of network cable used for the different connection speeds. Note: Make sure the cable length between connections does not exceed 100 meters (328 feet). Table 1 Network Cable Types SPEED NETWORK CABLE TYPE 10 Base-T 100Ω 2-pair UTP/STP Category 3, 4 or 5 100 Base-TX 100Ω 2-pair UTP/STP Category 5 2.2.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide CHAPTER 3 Troubleshooting This section describes common problems you may encounter with the switch and possible solutions. 3.1 Introduction Troubleshoot the switch using the LEDs to detect problems. 3.1.1 PWR LED The PWR LED on the front panel does not light up. Table 3 Troubleshooting Power LED STEP CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Check the connections from your switch to the power source.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide 3.2 Improper Network Cabling and Topology Improper network cabling or topology setup is a common cause of poor network performance or even network failure. Figure 8 Troubleshooting Improper Network Cabling and Topology PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION Faulty cables Using faulty network cables may affect data rates and have an impact on your network performance. Replace with new standard network cables.
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide APPENDIX A Product Specifications These are the product specifications. Table 4 Product Specifications Standard IEEE802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet IEEE802.3x Flow Control Protocol CSMA/CD Technology Store-and-Forward switching architecture Supports broadcast storm control Non-blocking Wire ES-1016B: 3.2 Gb Speed ES-1024B: 4.
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ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Index Numerics Dust 3 10 Mbps Ethernet 18 110V AC 3 230V AC 3 E A Electric Shock 3 Electrical Pipes 3 Electrocution 3 Europe 3 Exposure 3 AC 3 Accessories 3 Airflow 3 Applications 14 Segment Bridge 15 Authority 2 B Basement 3 C Cables, Connecting 3 Cabling Length 20 Changes or Modifications 2 Connecting Cables 3 Copyright 1 Corrosive Liquids 3 Covers 3 Customer Support 5 D Damage 3 Dampness 3 Danger 3 Data path loop 20 Denmark, Contact Information 5 Index F Faulty cab
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide M Modifications 2 Regular Mail 5 Removing 3 Repair 3 Risk 3 Risks 3 N Network Cable Length Limit 18 Network Cable Types 18 100Mbps 18 10Mbps 18 Non-standard network cables 20 North America 3 North America Contact Information 5 Norway, Contact Information 5 S Opening 3 Safety Warnings 3 Service 3, 4 Service Personnel 3 Shock, Electric 3 Spain, Contact Information 5 Standalone Workgroup 14 Supply Voltage 3 Support Disk 11 Support E-mail 5 Sweden, Contact Information 5 Swimmin
ES-1016B/1024B User’s Guide Web Site 5 Wet Basement 3 Worldwide Contact Information 5 Z ZyXEL Limited Warranty Note 4 Index 25
