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Unmanaged/Easy Smart Rackmountable Switch
Connection
Chapter 3 Connection
3.1 Ethernet Port
Connect an Ethernet port of the switch to the computer by RJ45 cable as the following figure shows.
Figure 3-1
Connecting the RJ45 Port
RJ45 Port
RJ45 Cable
3.2 SFP Port
The following figure demonstrates the connection of SFP port to an SFP module.
Figure 3-2
Inserting the SFP Module
SFP Slot
SFP Module
Note:
TL-SG1218MPE features 2 individual SFP ports which support 1000M SFP module
connection only.
3.3 Verify Installation
After completing the installation, verify the following items:
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There should be 5 to 10 cm of clearance around the device for ventilation and make sure the air flow is
adequate.
■
The voltage of the power supply meets the requirement of the input voltage of the device.
■
The power socket, device and rack are well grounded.
