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EZ Switch 10/100/1000
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Diagnosing Switch Indicators
1. Symptom
Power LED does not light after power on.
Probable Causes
• DC power socket may be defective.
Possible Solutions
• Check for loose connections.
• Check the power outlet by using it for another device.
2. Symptom
Link LED does not light after connection is made.
Probable Causes
• Switch port, network card or cable may be defective.
Possible Solutions
• Check that the switch and attached device are both
powered on.
• Be sure the network cable is connected to both devices.
• Verify that Category 5 or better cable is used for 10/
100 Mbps connections, Category 5 or 5e cable for 1000
Mbps connections, and that the length of any cable
does not exceed 100 meters (328 feet).
• Check the network card and cable connections for
defects.
• Replace the defective card or cable if necessary.