LevelOne FSW-0802TX, User Manual

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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION .....................................................1-1
About Nway Ethernet Switch FSW-0802/1201TX ......................1-1
Key Features............................................................................................... 1-2
Mini-Console Highlights ............................................................................. 1-3
Unit Overview............................................................................................. 1-3
Front Panel Layout............................................................................... 1-3
Mini-Console .............................................................................................. 1-4
Rear Panel Layout....................................................................................... 1-5
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ......................................................2-1
Using Rack Mounting.................................................................................. 2-1
Connecting Other Network Devices ............................................................. 2-2
Connecting Workstations .................................................................... 2-2
Connecting Ethernet Hubs................................................................... 2-3
Connecting Fast Ethernet Hubs........................................................... 2-4
CHAPTER 3 MINI-CONSOLE ......................................................3-1
Message Zone ............................................................................................. 3-2
Observing Basic Port Information................................................................ 3-2
Port Indicator Definitions............................................................................. 3-3
Console Keys .............................................................................................. 3-4
Power On Self-Test.............................................................................. 3-4
Menu Tree .................................................................................................. 3-4
Exiting the Menu Tree................................................................................. 3-7
Observing Network Traffic .......................................................................... 3-7
Observing Collision Level........................................................................... 3-8
Monitoring Ports Status ............................................................................... 3-8
Monitoring Port Detail Information.............................................................3-10
Optimizing Network Performance...............................................................3-12
Configuring Ports .......................................................................................3-13
VLANs......................................................................................................3-15
Selecting a Buffer Mode .............................................................................3-15
FSW-1201TX Buffer Groups............................................................ 3-16
FSW-0802TX Buffer Groups............................................................ 3-16
Unit Configuration .....................................................................................3-17
Broadcast Storm Protection............................................................... 3-17
Loop Isolation .................................................................................... 3-18
Lock the Console ........................................................................................3-18
Unlock the Console ....................................................................................3-19
Secure the Switch.......................................................................................3-19