Asante Technologies FS4008DS - Manual (Page 31)

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Troubleshooting
Table A-1 describes how to troubleshoot problems with your network
and/or the Switch by monitoring the Switch’s LEDs.
Table A-1 Troubleshooting
Problem Action
Power LED is off
✔
Make sure the power adapter is connected to
the power outlet and is properly inserted into
the power connector on the switch.
✔
Determine if the power outlet is functional by
plugging another device into the receptacle.
Collision LED is
blinking constantly Collisions are normal in Fast Ethernet net-
works; however, excessive collisions may indi-
cate that your network is overly congested.
✔
Make sure the workstation cables do not
exceed the maximum length of 100 meters.
✔
Make sure the workstation cables meet EIA/
TIA 568B specifications for Category 5 wiring.
✔
Make sure the total network diameter does not
exceed the maximum distance.
✔
Make sure there are no faulty Fast Ethernet
adapters or other equipment on the network.
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