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This user’s guide tells you how to install your DES-1009G
Gigabit Ethernet Switch, and how to connect it to your network.
Terms
For simplicity, this documentation uses the terms “Switch” (first
letter upper case) to refer to the DES-1009G Gigabit Ethernet
Switch, and “switch” (first letter lower case) to refer to all
Ethernet switches, including the DES-1009G Gigabit Ethernet
Switch.
Overview of this User’s Guide
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Chapter 1,
Introduction
. Describes the Switch and its features.
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Chapter 2,
Unpacking and Setup
. Helps you get started with
the basic installation of the Switch.
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Chapter 3,
Identifying External Components
. Describes the
front panel, rear panel, and LED indicators of the Switch.
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Chapter 4,
Connecting the Switch
. Tells how you can connect
the Switch to your Ethernet network.
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Appendix A,
Technical
Specifications
. Lists the technical
specifications of the DES-1009G Gigabit Ethernet Switch.
