DES-1008M User’s Guide
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This guide discusses how to install the D-Link’s DES-1008M Flex-Media
10/100Mbps Ethernet Switch, work with its panels, and make network
connections.
Terms
For simplicity, this documentation uses the terms “Switch” (first letter
upper case) to refer to the DES-1008M Flex-Media Ethernet Switch, and
“switch” (first letter lower case) to refer to all Ethernet switches, including
the DES-1008M.
Overview of the User’s Guide
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Chapter 1,
Product Overview
. Describes the Switch and its features.
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Chapter 2,
Unpacking and Component Identification
. Provides infor-
mation on system unpacking and description of various external
components of the Switch.
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Chapter 3,
Installation
. Describes the Switch installation procedure
including site installation, port module installation, connecting
power, and replacing the system fuse.
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Chapter 4,
Making Network Connections
. Provides information on
making connections to various network devices such as workstations,
repeaters, and switches.