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Section 1 - Introduction
The MaxTech FHX-1200 is a 12-port hub compliant with the IEEE 802.3u
100Base-TX fast ethernet standard. The twelve RJ-45 ports connect workstations
or other devices together on a 100Base-TX fast ethernet network using twisted-
pair cable. An additional crossover port connects this hub to a second hub using
a standard (straight-through) network cable for easy network expansion. The hub
also provides a stackable port for cascading up to 6 hubs (72 nodes). A full set of
LED indicators assist in network troubleshooting.
The package contains the following items:
• Hub
• Stacking cable
• Power cord
• Rack mount kit
• User’s Guide
Section 2 - Installation
2.1 Connecting Workstations to hub
1.
Locating the Hub - Place the hub in a location central to your networked
computers, or within the maximum cable length (328 ft.) to the farthest
computer. The hub may be placed on a table or mounted in a 19-inch rack
with the included mounting kit.
2.
Connecting the Power Cord - Insert the power cord into the hub’s power
connector (See Figure 1). Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC
power outlet. The hub is powered on when this connection is made. The
power switch has been eliminated to reduce the chance that the hub will be
accidentally turned off.
3.
Connecting Workstations - Connect one end of a Catagory 5 twisted-pair
cable into an open port (1 through 12, except the Daisy-Chain port) on the
hub (See Figure 2). Connect the other end of the cable to the computer to be
networked. The length of the cable must be less than 328 feet (100 meters).
The hub installation is complete. If you have more than one hub and need to
daisy-chain or stack the hubs, proceed to Section 2.2. Otherwise, proceed to
Section 3.
Fans
Stackable Ports
Power
Figure 1 Hub connections
