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Connecting 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX Networks
The 10/100 ports can each be connected to either a
10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network. If you have both types
of network, you can connect them using the Switch so that
all your workstations can communicate. Alternatively, if you
use 10BASE-T and want to improve performance by
introducing 100BASE-TX, the Switch protects your
investments because it maintains 10BASE-T connections to
your original network equipment.
Before You Start
Your OfficeConnect Dual Speed Switch comes with:
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One power adapter for use with the Switch. The
Switch 16 has an additional power cord for use with the
power adapter.
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A Product Registration card for you to fill out and return.
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Four rubber feet.
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A stacking clip.
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Two unit labels and eight cable ties.
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An OfficeConnect Network Assistant CD-ROM.
The extra parts mentioned in the next section are not
supplied with the Swtich.
Unit Connections
To connect OfficeConnect units (such as hubs and other
switches) to your Switch, you need:
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One suitable TP cable for each unit.
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