SMC Networks SMC-EZ108FDT - Manual (Page 9)

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Introduction
This manual describes how to install and use of EZ Switch (SMC-EZ108FDT). It
features 8 10/100Mbps Auto-Negotiation ports with one fiber module switch,
provides the flexibility to fit into your working space with network environment. The
EZ Switch can be served to connect PCs, servers, hubs, bridges, other switches and
routers. It also act as a bridge between 10Mbps and 100Mbps networks segments.
EZ Switch 10/100-108FDT supports 10Mbps and 100Mbps dedicated bandwidths in
each port (excluding fiber module). The device is built with plug & play,
auto-negotiation on all ports, as well as half and full-duplex operations,
store-and-forward transmission scheme, IEEE802.3x flow control and back pressure
operation for easy installation and smooth transition from legacy 10Mbps to
100Mbps switched-network. Each port on the switch supports automatic MDI/MDI-X
detection. This means that you can use either straight-through or crossover cables
to connect to any other network device.
To ensure maximum safety and good funciton, please read carefully and follow all
the directions in this manual to get successful installation and operation. It is
recommended that you should have a basic understanding of Local Area
Networking (LAN) concepts as bridging, IEEE802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet, and
IEEE802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet.