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16- OR 32-PORT 10/100 PHYSICAL LAYER ETHERNET SWITCH
2. Introduction
The 16- or 32-Port 10/100 Physical Layer Ethernet Switch manages connections
within Ethernet and Fast Ethernet networks, providing easy-to-use, point-to-point
connectivity. The switch complies with 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX standards.
Using the switch for remote configuration of Ethernet connections eliminates
direct manipulation of Ethernet patch cords and provides the ultimate in network
connection flexibility. One RS-232 serial port and a 10BASE-T Ethernet TCP/IP
LAN port provide remote control of the switch.
The switch’s protocol-independent electronic switching matrix allows any of the
16 or 32 independent Ethernet ports to be “patched” to any other port, providing
full-speed, bi-directional Ethernet connectivity with virtually zero latency. 16 or 32
user-defined preset patching configurations may be instantly recalled either via the
serial or LAN port. The Physical Layer Ethernet Switch fully supports all Ethernet
and Fast Ethernet operational modes, including half-duplex, full duplex, and
auto-negotiation.
The switch is completely transparent to the Ethernet devices which are connected
to it. Control software is included to configure port-to-port connections. No
additional software or drivers are required for the switch’s installation or
operation.
An auto-ranging, universal power supply allows operation with AC input voltages
between 90 and 260 VAC.
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