Asante Technologies GX4 - Manual (Page 2)

User’s Manual
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Asanté FriendlyNET GX4 Gigabit Ethernet switch.The GX4 switch is simply the most
affordable, powerful Gigabit Ethernet solution for connecting desktops, high-performance servers and
workstations.
Features
The GX4 switch has the following key features:
• Gigabit Ethernet over copper (1000BaseT, IEEE 802.3ab)
• Full-duplex Gigabit ports support simultaneous 1000 Mbps transmission and 1000 Mbps reception
• Self-correcting Gigabit Ethernet ports automatically resolve common wiring errors (MDI crossover, pair
swaps, pair skews, pair polarity) and negotiate the highest transfer rates
• AsantéQ™ link quality monitor evaluates and adjusts for dynamic cable conditions without
management or diagnostic equipment
• GX4 models 408 and 224 support 10/100 Mbps ports compatible with Fast Ethernet (100BaseTX)
and Ethernet (10BaseT)
• Easy plug-and-play installation. No special software or hardware configuration required
Package Contents
The package contains the following items:
• (1) FriendlyNET GX4 Gigabit Ethernet switch
• (1) User’s Guide
• (1) AC power cord
• (4) Rubber feet
• (1) Rack mount kit (optional)