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3.4 Desktop Installation
The PoE Switch has four rubber pads attached on each corner of its underside.
These pads serve as cushioning against vibration and prevent the switch from sliding
off its position. They also allow adequate ventilation space when you place the
switch on top of another device.
The location you choose to install your switch and the way you configure your
network may greatly affect its performance.
Do not place more than 1.5kg (6.6lbs) of weight on the top of the switch.
Leave at least 10cm of space around the switch to allow proper heating dissipation.
3.5 Cabling Requirements
For 100BASE-TX ports
The 8 RJ-45 station ports require standard Cat.5 twisted-pair UTP/STP cable for
connection. When configuring within the 10/100 BASE-T cabling architecture, the
cable distance should be within 100m. The cable requirement for 10/100BASE-TX
connection is listed in table as follows:
10BASE-T
100 ohm Category 3, 4, 5 UTP/STP cable
100BASE-TX
100 ohm Category 5 UTP/STP cable
Auto MDI/MDI-X function
The PoE Switch is equipped with Auto-MDI/MDI-X function, which allows you to use
straight-thru cable to connect another switch/hub. Simply use the straight-through
cable for all types of 10/100BASE-TX connections to either a PC or other switch.
Connection
Spec.
10 /100Base-TX
Interface
RJ-45
Cable to Use
Standard Cat.5
To an end station
Straight-through twisted-pair cable
To a hub/switch
Straight-through twisted-pair cable
Maximum Distance
100 meters
