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NETGEAR ETHERNET SWITCH SW108 User Manual

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Contents

Chapter 1
Introduction

Benefits of Using Switching Technology .........................................................................1-1

Types of Ethernet Switches ............................................................................................1-2

Model SW108 Switch Overview .....................................................................................1-2

Features .........................................................................................................................1-3

Chapter 2
Physical Description

Front Panel .....................................................................................................................2-1

Ethernet Ports ..........................................................................................................2-2

Normal/Uplink Push Button ......................................................................................2-2

LEDs ........................................................................................................................2-3

Rear Panel ......................................................................................................................2-4

FDX and HDX Duplex Toggle Switches ...................................................................2-4

Chapter 3
Applications

Desktop Switching ..........................................................................................................3-2

Segment Switching .........................................................................................................3-3

Chapter 4
Installation

Preparing the Site ...........................................................................................................4-1

Package Contents ..........................................................................................................4-1

Installing the Switch on a Desktop ..................................................................................4-2

Connecting Devices to the Switch ..................................................................................4-2

Verifying Installation ........................................................................................................4-3

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