Hardware Reference
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Chapter 4: Hardware Reference
Before connecting any network device to this hub, please review Chapter 2 for
information on system installation and Chapter 3 for a brief look at common
network architectures. This chapter describes the hardware features of the HP
Hub-8TXE. For easier management and control of the hub, familiarize yourself
with the display indicators and ports.
Front Panel
There are 8 RJ-45 MDI-X ports and 1 RJ-45 MDI cascade port on the front
panel. Moreover, the system indicators provide a simple interface for
monitoring the hub. The front panel includes a power indicator, a statistical
display for network traffic, and port status indicators as shown below.
100BASE-TX Class II Repeater
Figure 4.1
Front Panel
The indicator panel simplifies monitoring of various network conditions by
providing LEDs that indicate the status of each port and the overall condition of
the hub. It provides all the key information required to manage your network
on a daily basis. The following pages list the indicators and their functions.
