Chapter 2: getting to know the 10/100 switch – Linksys SD205 User Manual

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The power port is located on the side panel of the Switch (see Figure 2-3).

(power)

The power port is where you will connect the included power
adapter.

The security slot is located on the other side panel (see Figure 2-4).

(security slot)

The security slot is where you can attach a lock so the Switch
will be protected from theft.

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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the

10/100 Switch

Planning Your Network Layout

The 5-, 8-, and 16-Port 10/100 Switches differ in number of LEDs and ports.
Pictured here is the 5-Port 10/100 Switch; however, the other Switches are sim-
ilar in form.

System

Green. The System LED will light up when the Switch is
powered on.

1-5, 1-8, or 1-16 Green. Each LED will light up when there is a connection

made through its corresponding port. It will flash when there
is activity on its corresponding port.

The network ports are located on the back panel of the Switch.

1-5, 1-8, or 1-16 These ports are connection points for PCs and other network

devices, such as additional switches.

Overview

Figure 2-1

Front Panel LEDs

Back and Side Panel Features

Figure 2-2

Figure 2-3

Figure 2-4

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