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Chapter 2
Network Configuration
Benefits of Using Switching Technology .........................................................................2-1
Types of Ethernet Switches ......................................................................................2-2
Desktop Switching ..........................................................................................................2-3
Segment Switching .........................................................................................................2-4
Extending a Network ......................................................................................................2-6
Bridging from 10BASE-T to 100BASE-TX Networks ......................................................2-7
Power Workgroups .........................................................................................................2-8
Chapter 3
Installation
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................3-1
Operating Environment ...................................................................................................3-2
Power Specifications .......................................................................................................3-2
Installing the Switch ........................................................................................................3-3
Installing the BayStack 70 Series 10/100 Ethernet Switch on a Flat Surface ..........3-3
Mounting the BayStack 70-24T 10/100 Ethernet Switch in a Rack ..........................3-4
Connecting Devices to the Switch ..................................................................................3-5
Connecting Power ...........................................................................................................3-6
Verifying Installation ........................................................................................................3-7
Checking the Diagnostic Displays ..................................................................................3-8
Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
Using the LED Display ....................................................................................................4-1
Appendix A
Technical Specifications
Product Specifications ................................................................................................... A-1
Appendix B
Cables and Connectors
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX UTP Cable ............................................................................. B-1
Straight-Through and Crossover Cables ....................................................................... B-2
Index