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D-Link DES-3250TG Standalone Layer 2 Switch
Section 4
Connecting the Switch
Switch to End Node
Switch to Hub or Switch
10BASE-T Device
100BASE-TX Device
Stacking vs. Standalone Operation
Managing Switch Stacks
This chapter describes how to connect the DES-3250TG to your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet network. The
Switch’s auto-detection feature allows all 48 10/100 ports to support both MDI-II and MDI-X connections.
Switch to End Node
End nodes include PCs outfitted with a 10, 100, or 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC)
and most routers.
An end node can be connected to the Switch via a two-pair Category 3, 4, or 5 UTP/STP cable. The end node should be
connected to any of the ports (1x - 48x) on the switch.
Figure 4- 1. Switch connected to an End Node
The Link/Act LEDs in the top row for each UTP port light green when the link is valid. A blinking LED in the top row
indicates packet activity on that port.
Switch to Hub or Switch
These connections can be accomplished in a number of ways using a normal cable.
● A 10BASE-T hub or switch can be connected to the Switch via a two-pair Category 3, 4 or 5 UTP/STP cable.
● A 100BASE-TX hub or switch can be connected to the Switch via a two-pair Category 5 UTP/STP cable.
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