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Cascading to another Switch or a Hub
You can cascade the NWay Ethernet Switch to another switch or a hub. (When attaching the Nway
Ethernet Switch to arouter or other device, verify the port type implemented before connecting any
cabling).
1. Prepare a straight-through Category 5 twisted pair cable with RJ-45 plugs. Make sure the cable
dose not exceed 100 meters(328 feet).P.S.:Please note that since this switch is Auto MDIX,
function supported, a crossover cable for installation can replace the straight-through cable. With
the help of auto MDIX, the switch will automatically swap the wiring internally by this switch itself.
2. Connect one end of the cable to the NWay Ethernet Switch's any RJ45 port, which is convenient
to your installation.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to a MDI-X port on the other device(not a MDI port).
Alternatively, you can connect from any RJ45 port on the NWay Ethernet Switch to a MDI port on
the other device.
4. A crossover cable for installation can replace the straight-through cable for above procedures with
the help of Auto MDIX function.
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RJ45 Ports with Auto MDI/MDIX
This device supports 10/100 N-Way auto –sensing and auto MDIX for 10Base-T or 100Base –Tx
connections. In general, MDI port is designed for connecting to another Hub or Switch while MDIX
port is designed for connecting to a workstation or PC. Therefore, Auto MDI/MDIX is a flexible design
that you can connect any RJ45 port to another Switch or Workstation without changing non-
crossover or crossover cabling.
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Troubleshooting
The operation of Ethernet Switch can be easily monitored through panel indicators to assist the
network manager in identifying problems.
Symptom:
Link indicator does not light up after making a connection.
Cause:
Network interface(e.g., a network adapter card on the attached device), network cable, or
switch port is defective.
Solution:
Verify that the switch and attached device are powered. Be sure the cable is correctly
plugged into both the switch and corresponding device. Verify that the proper cable type is used and
its length does not exceed specified limits. Each twisted-pair cable should not exceed 100 meters
(328 feet). Check the adapter on the attached device and cable connections for possible defects.
Replace the defective adapter or cable if necessary.
Symptom:
Power indicator does not light after power adapter is attached.
Cause:
Defective power outlet, power cord, or power adapter.
Solution:
Check the power outlet by plugging in another device that is functioning properly. Check
the power cord with another device. If these measures fail to resolve the problem, have the unit’s
power adapter replaced by a qualified distributor.