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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of a NETGEAR Model FSM726 Managed, Fast Ethernet Switch! Your
NETGEAR Switch is a state-of-the-art, high-performance, IEEE-compliant network solution designed for
users who want ease of use along with the power of management to eliminate bottlenecks, boost
performance, and increase productivity.
This Installation Guide will assist you in getting your switch up and running. For a detailed description of
the management features in this switch, refer to the User Manual, located on your GearBox™ for Managed
Switches CD-ROM that came with your switch.
This chapter serves as the introduction for using your NETGEAR FSM726 Switch and provides the
following information:
Overview
Switch Features
Package contents
Overview
Your NETGEAR Model FSM726 Managed Switch provides the benefit of management with a complete
package of features for the observation, configuration, and control of your network. With a web-based
Graphical User Interface (GUI), the switch’s many capabilities can be viewed and used in a simple and
intuitive manner. For those who prefer a more traditional interface, there is both a Command Menu
Interface (CMI) as well as a Command Line Interface (CLI) available through the console port on the front
or a telnet connection via the network. The switch’s management features include SNMP and RMON for
port and switch information, VLAN for traffic control, port trunking for increased bandwidth, and Class of
Service (CoS) for traffic prioritization. These features and more will allow you to better understand and
better control your network.
Your NETGEAR Model FSM726 Managed Switch also provides two Gigabit Ethernet ports that are used
either by the built-in RJ-45 ports or by the GBIC module bays, both located on the front panel. The GBIC
module bays will accept any standard GBIC module, including the AGM721F 1000BASE-SX module from
NETGEAR. Using these Gigabit ports, you can create high-speed connections to a server or network
backbone. For example, you can:
• Connect switches to each other with high-speed links
• Link up to high-speed servers
• Connect fiber and copper Gigabit Ethernet networks
Your NETGEAR Model FSM726 Managed Switch can be free-standing, or rack mounted in a wiring closet
or equipment room. It is IEEE-compliant and offers low latency for high-speed networking. It includes 24
auto-sensing 10/100 Ethernet/Fast Ethernet ports. The 10/100 ports are shielded RJ-45 ports that
automatically negotiate to the highest speed. In addition, all 10/100 Mbps ports operate in half- or full-
duplex mode, increasing the maximum bandwidth of each connection up to 20 Mbps or 200 Mbps,
respectively. Using Auto Uplink™ technology, every RJ-45 port will automatically detect the proper MDI or
MDI-X configuration to make the connection, eliminating the need for crossover cables. The maximum
segment length is 328 feet (100 meters) over Category 5 unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable.