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Chapter 3: Connecting the Switch
Before You Install the Switch...
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When you connect your network devices, make sure you don’t exceed the maximum cabling distances, which are
listed in the following table:
*A hub refers to any type of 100Mbps hub, including regular hubs and stackable hubs. A 10Mbps hub connected
to another 10Mbps hub can span up to 100 meters (328 feet).
Before You Install the Switch...
When you choose a location for the Switch, observe the following guidelines:
• Make sure that the Switch will be accessible and that the cables can be easily connected.
• Keep cabling away from sources of electrical noise, power lines, and fluorescent lighting fixtures.
• Position the Switch away from water and moisture sources.
• To ensure adequate air flow around the Switch, be sure to provide a minimum clearance of two inches
(50 mm).
• Do not stack free-standing Switches more than four units high.
Table 1: Maximum Cabling Distances
From To Maximum Distance
Switch Switch or Hub* 100 meters (328 feet)
Hub Hub 5 meters (16.4 feet)
Switch or Hub Computer 100 meters (328 feet)