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5-Port and 8-Port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Switches
Chapter 2: Connect the Switch
Chapter 2:
Connect the Switch
Overview
This chapter will explain how to connect network devices to the Switch.
The application diagram shown here is an example of a typical network
configuration.
Internet Cable/DSL Modem Router Desktop Notebook
Wireless Access
Point Server
Application Diagram Showing the Back Panel
When you connect your network devices, make sure you don’t exceed
the maximum cabling distances, which are listed in the following table:
Maximum Cabling Distances
From To Maximum Distance
Switch Switch 100 meters (328 feet)
Switch Computer 100 meters (328 feet)
Connection Instructions
Make sure all of the devices you will connect to the Switch are
powered off.
1.