ZyXEL Communications VES-1616F-44, User Manual

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VES-1616F/1624F-44 User’s Guide
32 Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Switch
You can backup or restore the switch configuration or upgrade the firmware on the
switch.
1.3 Hardware Features
This section describes the ports on the switch.
Wire Wrapping Pins
Depending on your switch models, these ports allow you to connect 16 or 24 VDSL lines and
16 or24 POTS lines to wire wrapping pins.
Integrated Splitters
The integrated DSL splitter eliminates the need to use external splitters that separate the voice-
band and DSL signals.
Mini-GBIC Slots
Install SPF transceivers in these slots to connect to other Ethernet switches at longer distances
than the Ethernet port.
Gigabit Ethernet Ports
The ports allow the switch to connect to another WAN switch or daisy-chain to other switches.
Management Port
Connect a computer to this port for management purposes. You cannot access the network
through this port.
Console Port
Use the console port for local management of the switch.
Fans
The fans cool the switch sufficiently to allow reliable operation of the switch in even poorly
ventilated rooms or basements.
1.4 Applications
These are the main applications for the switch:
• Internet access and multimedia services for Multiple Tenant Units (MTU).