SMSC SMC6516TF - Manual (Page 6)

Compliances .......................................................... v
1 Quick Start...................................................... 1-1
Introduction ......................................................................... 1-2
Connecting the Switch......................................................... 1-3
Configuring the Switch for SNMP and Telnet
Management .................................................................... 1-5
2 About the Switches ........................................ 2-1
Overview.............................................................................. 2-3
Features and Benefits .......................................................... 2-12
Switch Architecture.............................................................. 2-13
Switch Operation ................................................................. 2-15
Management Options .......................................................... 2-16
3 Planning ......................................................... 3-1
Benefits of Switching........................................................... 3-2
Segmenting the Network..................................................... 3-4
Full-Duplex Operation ........................................................ 3-5
Sample Applications ............................................................ 3-6
4 Installing ........................................................ 4-1
Selecting a Site ..................................................................... 4-2
Equipment Checklist............................................................ 4-3
Mounting .............................................................................. 4-4
Connecting to the Console Port.......................................... 4-6
Connecting to a Power Source ........................................... 4-7
Diagnostic Self-Tests............................................................ 4-8
Making Network Connections ............................................ 4-9
Default Settings .................................................................... 4-13
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