D-Link Dss 8 Manual

 
 
 
 
DSS-8+ 
8-port 10/100Mbps Switch  
User’s Guide 
 
 
 
 
 
Rev. 03 (MAR. 2001) 
6012-9830016 
Printed In Taiwan 
 
RECYCLABLE 

 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
ABOUT THIS GUIDE....................................................1 
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URPOSE.........................................................................................1 
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VERVIEW OF THIS USER’S GUIDE..........................................1 
INTRODUCTION..............................................................2 
F
AST ETHERNET TECHNOLOGY................................................2 
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WITCHING TECHNOLOGY.........................................................2 
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DSS-8+ TO SWITCH (OTHER DEVICES)..................................11 
A. Using straight cable.............................................................12 
B. Using crossover cable.........................................................12 
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ORT SPEED & DUPLEX MODE...............................................12 
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF STACKING 
BRACKETS
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RJ-45 PIN SPECIFICATION................................14...

 
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ABOUT THIS GUIDE 
Congratulations on your purchase of the DSS-8+. This device 
integrates 100Mbps Fast Ethernet and 10Mbps Ethernet network 
capabilities in a highly flexible desktop package. 
Purpose 
The purpose of this manual is to show you how to install and 
configure your DSS-8+.  
Overview of this User’s Guide 
♦ Chapter 1, Introduction.  Describes the DSS-8+ and its features. 
♦ Chapter 2, Unpacking and Setup.  Helps you get started with the 
basic installation of the DSS-8+. 
♦ Chapter 3,...

 
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INTRODUCTION 
This chapter describes the features of the DSS-8+ and some 
background information about Ethernet/Fast Ethernet switching 
technology. 
Fast Ethernet Technology 
The growing importance of LANs and the increasing complexity of 
desktop computing applications are fueling the need for high 
performance networks.  A number of high-speed LAN technologies 
have been proposed to provide greater bandwidth and improve 
client/server response times.  Among them, 100BASE-T (Fast 
Ethernet)...

 
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Ethernet packets at the MAC address level of the Ethernet protocol 
transmitting among connected Ethernet or Fast Ethernet LAN 
segments. 
Switching is a cost-effective way of increasing the total network 
capacity available to users on a local area network. A switch increases 
capacity and decreases network loading by dividing a local area 
network into different segments, which don’t compete with each other 
for network transmission capacity. 
The DSS-8+ acts as a high-speed selective bridge...

 
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Features 
The DSS-8+ was designed for easy installation and high performance 
in an environment where traffic on the network and the number of 
users increase continuously. 
The DSS-8+ with its small, compact size was specifically designed for 
small to middle workgroups. The DSS-8+ can be installed where 
space is limited; moreover, the DSS-8+ provides immediate access to 
a rapidly growing network through a wide range of functions. 
The DSS-8+ is ideal for deployment with multiple high-speed...

 
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Unpacking and Setup 
This chapter provides unpacking and setup information for the 
DSS-8+. 
Unpacking 
Open the box and carefully unpacks its contents.  The box should 
contain the following items: 
♦ One DSS-8+ 
♦ One external power adapter 
♦ One pair of Stacking Brackets  
♦ This User’s Guide. 
If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local 
reseller for replacement. 
 
Setup 
The setup for the DSS-8+ can be performed using the following steps: 

 
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IDENTIFYING EXTERNAL COMPONENTS 
This section identifies all the major external components of  the 
DSS-8+. Both the front and rear panels are shown followed by a 
description of each panel feature. The indicator panel is described 
in detail in the next chapter. 
 
Front Panel 
The figure below shows the front panel of the DSS-8+.  
 
♦ LED Indicator Panel 
  Refer to the LED Indicator section for detailed information about  
  each of the DSS-8+’s LED indicators. 
 
LED Indicators 
Power Indicator...