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Operating Instructions
4 Port Gigabit Metal Switch Mini
Item no. 1423415
Use in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
The product is intended for cable-based networking of computers or other devices suitable for
the purpose. 4 twisted-pair connections (RJ45) are available.
Power is supplied via USB; an appropriate cable is included in the delivery. Alternatively, an
external power adapter may be used as well (not included in the delivery, can be ordered
separately).
Always observe the safety instructions and all other information included in these operating
instructions.
This product complies with the applicable national and European requirements. All names of
companies and products are the trademarks of the respective owner. All rights reserved.
Contents
• Network switch
• 4 rubber feet
• 2 magnets
• USB power cable
• Operating instructions
Up-to-date operating instructions
Download the latest operating instructions via the link www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the
QR code. Follow the instructions on the website.
Safety Instructions
The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe
these safety instructions! We do not assume any liability for any consequential
damage!
Nor do we assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by
improper use or non-compliance with the safety instructions! In such cases
the warranty will be null and void.
• The unauthorised conversion and/or modification of the product is inadmissible
because of safety and approval reasons (CE).
• The product is not a toy and should be kept out of the reach of children.
• The product is only intended for use in dry, indoor locations. The product must not
get damp or wet.
• Do not leave packing materials unattended. They may become dangerous
playthings for children.
• Handle the product with care, it can be damaged by impacts, blows, or accidental
drops, even from a low height.
Getting Started, Connection
• If desired, attach either the rubber feet or the magnets included in the delivery to the bottom.
• Connect the low-voltage socket of the switch to a USB port of your computer or to a USB hub
using the USB power cable provided.
The USB port must be a so-called high-power USB port, which can supply a current
of 500 mA. This is e.g. the USB port of a computer or a USB hub with an inherent
power supply.
The USB port of a keyboard or a USB hub without power adapter does not supply
enough current; the switch cannot be used here!
Alternatively to the provided USB power cable, an external power adapter may be used as
well (not included in the delivery, can be ordered separately). This has to supply an output
voltage of +5 V/DC and current of at least 500 mA. The round low-voltage plug must have an
external diameter of 3.5 mm and an internal diameter of 1.3 mm. Observe the correct polarity
of the plug. The outside contact is the negative pole (-), the inside contact is the positive pole
(+).
• The RJ45 connections of the network switch must be connected to the appropriate RJ45
socket of the network cards (or another network switch) using suitable network cables.
The network switch supplied has automatic uplink recognition for each port, which
allows for particularly simple wiring to other switches. A cross-link cable is no longer
required; you can use a conventional 1:1 connected network cable.
Maintenance and Cleaning
The product does not require any maintenance and should never be disassembled for any
reason.
Disconnect the product from the power supply before cleaning (all network connections are
put out of operation).
Dust can easily be removed using a clean, soft brush and a vacuum cleaner.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents as these can cause discolouration.
Do not press too strongly on the surface to prevent scratch marks.
Tips & Notes
• If you have your own network or system administrator for your network (as will probably be
the case in a larger company), please let this person assume the responsibility for connection
and wiring. Do not connect the network switch yourself!
• The twisted-pair cable (also called a patch cable) between the network switch and the device
to be connected should have a max. length of 100m. Use only so-called CAT5e cables that
are fully wired (all 8 contacts of the RJ45 connector are connected 1:1).
• The maximum theoretical data transfer rate of 10, 100 or 1000MBit/s is usually not achieved
in practice (e.g. 1000MBit = approx. 125MByte/s) During data transmission, not only data,
but also protocol information etc is transmitted, data packages must be repeated or different
computers may want to transmit data at the same time. Furthermore, the data for example
may need to be read off the hard disk of one computer and written onto the hard disk of
another computer.
• If the network switch is not supplied with power, all the connections will be out of operation. A
network connection is not possible.
• The link/Act LED corresponding to each RJ45 port is illuminated during an active network
connection and flashes during data transfer. The power LED is illuminated when the network
switch is supplied with power.
Disposal
Electrical and electronic products do not belong in the household waste!
Dispose of the unserviceable product according to the relevant statutory regulations!
Technical Data
Operating voltage .................................5 V/DC (via USB)
Power input ...........................................max. 500 mA
Network ports .......................................4 x RJ45, 10/100/1000MBit
Dimensions ...........................................Approx. 62 x 79.5 x 21 mm (W x D x H)
Weight ..................................................approx. 164 g
Operating ambient temperature ............0 °C to +40 °C
Humidity during operation .....................10 to 90% relative air humidity, not condensing
