NETGEAR ETHERNET SWITCH SW108, Installation Manual

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Contents
Chapter 1
Introduction
Benefits of Using Switching Technology .........................................................................1-1
Types of Ethernet Switches ............................................................................................1-2
Model SW108 Switch Overview .....................................................................................1-2
Features .........................................................................................................................1-3
Chapter 2
Physical Description
Front Panel .....................................................................................................................2-1
Ethernet Ports ..........................................................................................................2-2
Normal/Uplink Push Button ......................................................................................2-2
LEDs ........................................................................................................................2-3
Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................2-4
FDX and HDX Duplex Toggle Switches ...................................................................2-4
Chapter 3
Applications
Desktop Switching ..........................................................................................................3-2
Segment Switching .........................................................................................................3-3
Chapter 4
Installation
Preparing the Site ...........................................................................................................4-1
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................4-1
Installing the Switch on a Desktop ..................................................................................4-2
Connecting Devices to the Switch ..................................................................................4-2
Verifying Installation ........................................................................................................4-3
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