Linksys EZXS55W User Manual
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Introduction
Your EtherFast 10/100 Autosensing Workgroup Switch
Congratulations on purchasing your new Linksys EtherFast 10/100
Autosensing Workgroup Switch for your network's 10/100 migration needs.
Available in 5 and 8 Port models, the EtherFast 10/100 Switch is the easiest,
most versatile way to boost your network's performance while migrating to
the speed and power of Fast Ethernet. Unlike hubs that ration your network
bandwidth and may slow down with high data traffic, your Linksys Switch
fuels each of your computers with full duplex transfer mode on top of dedi-
cated bandwidth to unleash your network speed.
In migrating your network to Fast Ethernet’s 100Mbps speed, your new
Linksys 10/100 Switch is ready to go to work for you immediately. Apply
this switching power to your 10BaseT network, and your data traffic efficien-
cy improves several times over. Connect your file server to the Switch's
autosensing ports, and speed up access time for all your users in just one
move. And when you're ready, switch your way to full duplex speeds of up to
200Mbps – the speed is yours!
Every Switch packs a complete suite of advanced data error detection and
correction features for surefire communication every time. Auto partitioning,
data collision control, preamble regeneration and incoming frame retiming
ensure that not a single bit is lost during even the heaviest moments of net-
work traffic. Built to last, your new EtherFast 10/100 Switch delivers optimal
high-end video, gaming, multimedia, database, and other speed-intensive
applications at blazing speeds.
• EtherFast 10/100 5-Port Workgroup Switch
(EZXS55W)
• EtherFast 10/100 8-Port Workgroup Switch
(EZXS88W)
EtherFast 10/100 Autosensing Switches
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Contents
Introduction
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Your EtherFast 10/100 Autosensing Workgroup Switch
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Hardware Installation
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Planning Your Network Layout
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Installing Your Switch
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Tips on Switching Your Network
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About Fast Ethernet
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History of Fast Ethernet
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Switches versus Hubs
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Types of Ethernet Cabling
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Appendix
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Specifications
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Environmental Specifications
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Customer Support
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