Smc-networks 100 User Manual

Stackable Fast Ethernet Switch◆ 24 100BASE-FX VF-45 ports◆ Optional 100BASE-FX or 1000BASE-X modules◆ Optional stack module for linking up to four

COMPLIANCESivWichtige Sicherheitshinweise (Germany)1. Bitte lesen Sie diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren

vTABLE OF CONTENTS1 About the TigerSwitch 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TABLE OF CONTENTSviDesktop or Shelf Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5Installing an Optional Module into the Switch . . . . .

TABLE OF CONTENTSviiStandards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-5Compliances . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1-1CHAPTER 1ABOUT THETIGERSWITCH 100OverviewSMC’s TigerSwitch™ 100 is a stackable switch with 24 100BASE-FX VF-45 ports, plus two slots for optional s

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-2Figure 1-3. Optional ModulesSwitch ArchitectureThe TigerSwitch employs a high-speed switching fabric. This design allows

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-3Management OptionsThis switch contains a comprehensive array of LEDs for “at-a-glance” monitoring of network and port stat

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-4Status LEDs The LEDs, which are located on the front panel for easy viewing, are shown below and described in the followin

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-5Network Management Module Figure 1-5. Network Management ModuleThis switch includes a Network Management Module on the re

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-6caused by port saturation. And broadcast storm control prevents broadcast traffic storms from engulfing the network. Some

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-7• Provides data security by restricting all traffic to the originating VLAN, except where a connection has been configured

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-8Optional 100BASE-FX Module (SMC6900FSSC)Figure 1-7. 1-Port 100BASE-FX Single-Mode Fiber ModuleUsing single-mode fiber opt

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-99/125 micron single-mode fiber cable. The 1000BASE-LX Gigabit module operates at 1 Gbps, with support for auto-negotiation

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-10Power Supply ReceptaclesThere are two power receptacles on the rear panel of the switch. The standard power receptacle is

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-11Features and BenefitsConnectivity◆ 24 multimode fiber VF-45 ports that offer a cost-effective solution for fiber-to-the-d

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-12◆ Optional 1000BASE-T Gigabit module that supports a connection of up to 100 meters using Category 5 or 5e UTP or STP cab

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-13• Spanning Tree Protocol for redundant network connections• VLAN support for 256 groups, port-based or with IEEE 802.1Q V

ABOUT THE TIGERSWITCH 1001-14

2-1CHAPTER 2NETWORK PLANNINGIntroduction to SwitchingA network switch allows simultaneous transmission of multiple packets via non-crossbar switching.

6 HughesIrvine, CA 92618Phone: (949) 707-2400TigerSwitch 100Installation GuideFrom SMC’s Tiger line of feature-rich workgroup LAN solutionsJune 2001Pu

NETWORK PLANNING2-2Sample ApplicationsThe TigerSwitch 100 is not only designed to segment your network, but also to provide a wide range of options in

NETWORK PLANNING2-3Central Wiring ClosetWith up to 104 ports in a stack (i.e., 104 distinct segments), the TigerSwitch 100 can collapse a complex netw

NETWORK PLANNING2-4Remote Connections with Fiber CableFiber optic technology allows for longer cabling than any other media type (up to 10 kilometers

NETWORK PLANNING2-5Making VLAN ConnectionsVLANs can be based on port groups, or each data frame can be explicitly tagged to identify the VLAN group it

NETWORK PLANNING2-6Connectivity RulesWhen adding hubs (repeaters) to your network, please follow the connectivity rules listed below for Ethernet, Fas

NETWORK PLANNING2-7100 Mbps Fast Ethernet Collision DomainMaximum 100BASE-FX Fiber Optic Cable DistanceSMC 3-2 Rule for Class II RepeatersSMC 2-1 Rule

NETWORK PLANNING2-8Maximum Fast Ethernet Cable Distance Cable Type Connecting Max. DistanceTwisted Pair Any two devices 100 m (328 ft.)Fiber Switch to

NETWORK PLANNING2-9Application Notes1. Full-duplex operation only applies to point-to-point access (such as when a switch is attached to a workstation

NETWORK PLANNING2-10

3-1CHAPTER 3INSTALLING THE SWITCHSelecting a SiteTigerSwitch 100 units can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a flat surface. Be su

Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, n

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-2Equipment ChecklistAfter unpacking the TigerSwitch 100, check the contents to be sure you have received all the components. Th

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-3MountingA TigerSwitch 100 unit can be mounted in a standard 19-inch equipment rack or on a desktop or shelf. Mounting instruct

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-4To rack-mount devices:1. Attach the brackets to the device using the screws provided in the Bracket Mounting Kit.Figure 3-1.

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-53. If installing a single switch only, turn to “Connecting to a Power Source” at the end of this chapter.4. If installing mult

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-6Installing an Optional Module into the SwitchOptional modules are available for media expansion, stacking and management. Thes

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-7Figure 3-4. Installing a Module6. If you are sure the module is properly mated with the connector, tighten the retainer screw

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-83. Repeat this step until all the devices have been connected.4. Turn to the next section, “Connecting to a Power Source.” Fig

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-9Connecting to a Power SourceTo connect a device to a power source:Note: It is recommended that the switches be stacked before

INSTALLING THE SWITCH3-103. Check the front-panel LEDs as the device is powered on to be sure the Power LED is lit. If not, check that the power cable

4-1CHAPTER 4MAKING NETWORKCONNECTIONSConnecting Network DevicesThe TigerSwitch 100 is designed to interconnect multiple segments (or collision domains

LIMITED WARRANTYLimited WarrantyLimited Warranty Statement: SMC Networks, Inc. (“SMC”) warrants its products to be free from defects in workmanship an

MAKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS4-2VF-45 Fiber ConnectionsEach device requires a 62.5/125 micron or 50/125 micron multimode fiber optic cable with VF-45 con

MAKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS4-3SC Fiber ConnectionsAn optional slide-in 100BASE-FX module may be used for backbone and long distance connections. A 1000

MAKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS4-43. Connect one end of the cable to the SC port on the switch and the other end to the SC port on the other device. Since

MAKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS4-51000BASE-T Twisted-Pair ConnectionsA 1000BASE-T connection requires a shielded or unshielded twisted-pair (STP or UTP) ca

MAKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS4-6Figure 4-2. Making Twisted-Pair Connections2. If the device is a network card and the TigerSwitch is in the wiring close

MAKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS4-7Wiring Closet ConnectionsToday, the punch-down block is an integral part of many of the newer equipment racks. It is actu

MAKING NETWORK CONNECTIONS4-8

A-1APPENDIX ATROUBLESHOOTINGDiagnosing Switch Indicators Troubleshooting ChartSymptom ActionPower LED is Off • Internal or redundant power supply has

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-2Power and Cooling ProblemsIf the power indicator does not turn on when the power cord is plugged in, you may have a problem with the

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-3Note: You can configure the management agent to accept from one to four simultaneous Telnet sessions. If the maximum number of sessi

LIMITED WARRANTYOF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WA

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-4

B-1APPENDIX BCABLESSpecifications Cable Types and SpecificationsCable Type Max. Length Connector100BASE-FX 50/125 or 62.5/125 micron core multimode

CABLESB-2Note: If you need to connect to a device with 62.5/125 micron cable that has ST-type connectors, SMC provides an optional SC-ST Converter (Pa

CABLESB-3RJ-45 Port and Cable AssignmentsCAUTION: DO NOT plug a phone jack connector into any RJ-45 port. Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 conn

CABLESB-4The table below shows the 1000BASE-T MDI and MDI-X port pinouts. These ports require that all four pairs of wires be connected. Note that for

CABLESB-5cable testing information is specified in the ANSI/TIA/EIA-TSB-67 standard. Additionally, cables must also pass test parameters for Return Lo

CABLESB-6Console Port Pin AssignmentsThe DB-9 serial port on the switch’s rear panel is used to connect to the switch for out-of-band console configur

CABLESB-7Console Port to 9-Pin COM Port on PCConsole Port to 25-Pin DCE Port on ModemConsole Port to 25-Pin DTE Port on PCSwitch’s 9-Pin Serial PortCC

CABLESB-8

C-1APPENDIX CSPECIFICATIONSPhysical CharacteristicsPorts24 100BASE-FX fiber1 slot for an optional media expansion module1 slot for an optional media e

iCOMPLIANCESFCC - Class AThis equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

SPECIFICATIONSC-2Weight10.63 lbs (4.82 kg)Size17.37 x 11.22 x 2.53 in (44.0 x 28.5 x 6.4 cm)TemperatureOperating: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)Storage: -40

SPECIFICATIONSC-3Switch FeaturesSpanning Tree ProtocolForwarding ModeStore-and-forwardThroughputWire speedFlow ControlFull Duplex: IEEE 802.3xHalf Dup

SPECIFICATIONSC-4Management FeaturesIn-Band ManagementTelnet, Web-based HTTP, or SNMP manager(EliteView Network Management software provided for free)

SPECIFICATIONSC-5StandardsIEEE 802.3u Fast EthernetIEEE 802.3z Gigabit EthernetIEEE 802.1D Spanning Tree Protocol and traffic prioritiesIEEE 802.1Q VL

SPECIFICATIONSC-6Slide-in Module100BASE-FX Extender ModuleModelSMC6900FSC, SMC6900FST, SMC6900FSSCPortsSMC6900FSC, SMC6900FST: 2 100BASE-FX multimodeS

SPECIFICATIONSC-7Communication ModeFull and half duplex, auto-negotiationCommunication Rate1000 MbpsStandardsIEEE 802.3z Gigabit Ethernet1000BASE-LX E

SPECIFICATIONSC-8Communication ModeFull and half duplex, auto-negotiationCommunication Rate1000, 100, and 10 MbpsStandardsIEEE 802.3ab Gigabit Etherne

D-1APPENDIX DORDERING INFORMATIONTigerSwitch 100 Products and AccessoriesProduct Number DescriptionSMC6924VF 24-port Fast Ethernet switch with two med

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Glossary-1GLOSSARY10BASE-TIEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over two pairs of Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP cable.100BASE-FXIEEE 802.3u specific

COMPLIANCESiiIndustry Canada - Class AThis digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as se

GLOSSARYGlossary-2BandwidthThe difference between the highest and lowest frequencies available for network signals. Also synonymous with wire speed, t

GLOSSARYGlossary-3Fast EthernetA 100 Mbps network communication system based on Ethernet and the CSMA/CD access method.Fast Ethernet SwitchDevice that

GLOSSARYGlossary-4IEEE 802.3abDefines CSMA/CD access method and physical layer specifications for 1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet. IEEE 802.3uDefines CSMA

GLOSSARYGlossary-5Media Access Control (MAC)A portion of the networking protocol that governs access to the transmission medium, facilitating the exch

GLOSSARYGlossary-6Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)Protocol suite that includes TCP as the primary transport protocol, and IP a

Index-1Numerics100 Mbps connectivity rules 2-71000 Mbps connectivity rules 2-61000BASE-LXfiber cable lengths 2-6module 1-81000BASE-SXconnections 4-3fi

INDEXIndex-2FCC compliance ifeatures C-3management 1-12switch 1-11fiber cables 4-3flow control, IEEE 802.3x 1-3front panel of switch 1-1full-duplex co

INDEXIndex-3Nnetworkconnections 4-2examples 2-2null-modem cable 1-5Ooptionalmodules 1-2, C-6modules, installation 3-3optional equipment D-1ordering in

INDEXIndex-4Ttagspriority 1-7VLAN 2-5Telnet 1-6, A-3temperature within a rack 3-3traffic priority 1-7troubleshootingin-band access A-2power and coolin

COMPLIANCESiiiSafety ComplianceWarning: Fiber Optic Port SafetyAvertissment: Ports pour fibres optiques - sécurité sur le plan optiqueWarnhinweis: Fas

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