Magic Box EtherSwitch 7 User Manual
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V1.1 September 2012
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1.
Product overview
The EtherSwitch 7F is a heavy duty, high speed unmanaged network switch that supports simultaneous computer
connections. Designed to satisfy the requirement of entertainment touring applications, the EtherSwitch 7F is equipped with
one OpticalCon fibre optic connector supporting 1000Mbps, and seven shielded Ethercon (RJ45) ports supporting 10 / 100 /
1000 Mbps bandwidth in full-duplex mode. This stand-alone unit enables the concurrent use of various multimedia devices
within a network without traffic restrictions.
The unique Magic Box interlocking enclosure facilitates easy rack mounting when used in single units or pairs, and easy
truss mounting via captive nut insert. Rack mounting brackets are available in single unit and dual unit versions, enabling
you to customize your equipment rack or your installation by mixing and matching different Magic Box interface.
2.
Operation
2.1
Unpacking the units
The EtherSwitch 7F package includes 1 EtherSwitch unit, a power cord and a Quick Start Guide. We recommend that you
keep the original packaging in case items need to be returned.
2.2
Power
Power for the EtherSwitch 7F is connected through a male IEC chassis connector with input rating of 100-240V AC, 50-
60Hz. There is no power button and plugging into the power outlet will immediately power the unit on.
2.3
OpticalCon Fibre Optic and RJ45 Ethercon Ports
The single OpticalCon fibre optic port at the rear panel supports 1000Mbps, and the 7 shielded RJ45 Gigabit Ethercon ports
(2 x front panel; 5 x rear panel) support network speeds of 10Mbps / 100Mbps / 1000 Mbps which operate in half/full
duplex transfer modes. The EtherSwitch 7F system utilises CAT5e cable to send and receive data in all IEEE 802.3 protocol,
supports automatic MDI/MDIX crossover detection, and will automatically detect the settings of the external device
immediately upon connection.
Send and receive data (all IEEE 802.3 protocol) to and from an external source through any of the seven shielded RJ45
Ethercon ports and one OpticalCon fibre optic port.
OpticalCon Fibre Optic Port and RJ45 Ethercon Ports:
