Page 2 - Lancast CenturySwitch
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Page 3 - Table of Contents; Installation & User Guide
Table of Contents 8-Port CenturySwitch Installation & User Guide Product Overview .................................................................................................... 4 Installation Guide ...............................................................................................
Page 4 - Product Overview
4 Product Overview Product Overview Thank you for choosing the Lancast CenturySwitch. Designed to meet the needs of today’s growing networks, the Lancast 8-PortCenturySwitch is a compact, low-cost switch featuring a unique replaceable portmodule. The standard unit provides eight auto-negotiating 10/...
Page 5 - Installation Guide; Unpack the Lancast CenturySwitch; Choose a Location
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 5 Installation Guide Follow the steps outlined in this section to install and start using your LancastCenturySwitch. Unpack the Lancast CenturySwitch Check that the following components have been included: • 8-Port CenturySwitch 3508-11• Rackmounting hardware: 2 mounting...
Page 6 - Connect to the Network
6 Installation Guide Connect to the Network The Lancast CenturySwitch is compatible with both 10Base-T and100Base-TX devices. Network connections are made by simply pluggingthe cables into the RJ-45 port connectors on the front panel as shown inthe figure below. Each port supports a maximum segment ...
Page 9 - Apply Power
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 9 Apply Power The CenturySwitch is equipped with an internal 100-240V, 50-60Hz,25W power supply. When making power connections, connect the powercord to the input jack located on the back of the switch before making theAC connection to the outlet. 5 IMPORTANT: If the Cen...
Page 11 - User Guide; LED Operation
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 11 User Guide This section contains more detailed information regarding the operatingfeatures of the Lancast CenturySwitch. LED Operation The functional descriptions of the LED indicators are listed below. The port LEDsreport the status of their corresponding ports label...
Page 12 - Troubleshooting
12 User Guide Troubleshooting Cabling Problems Improper cabling is the primary cause of most network problems, particularly for100Base-TX and 100Base-FX networks. Use only the specified twisted-pair or fiberoptic cables to avoid most cabling problems. • Flat telephone extension cables, or Category 3...
Page 14 - Topology Solutions
14 User Guide Topology Solutions Fiber Optic Copper 100Mbps Enterprise Switch Intelligent 7500 Chassis CenturySwitch CenturySwitch CenturySwitch
Page 15 - Technical Specifications
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 15 Technical Specifications Data Rate10Base-T ports ___________________ 10Mbps half duplex; 20Mbps full duplex100Base-TX ports _______________ 100Mbps half duplex; 200Mbps full duplex100Base-FX ports _______________ 100Mbps half duplex; 200Mbps full duplex Switching Perf...
Page 17 - Product Safety, EMC and Compliance Statements
Lancast 8-Port CenturySwitch 17 Product Safety, EMC and Compliance Statements This equipment complies with the following requirements: • UL• CSA• TUV• EN60950 (safety)• FCC Part 15, Class A• EN55022 Class A (emissions)• EN50082-1 (immunity)• IEEE 802.3• IEEE 802.3u• IEEE 802.3x• IEC 825-1 Classifica...
Page 18 - Warranty and Servicing
18 User Guide Warranty and Servicing METRObility Optical Systems, Inc. warrants the Lancast CenturySwitch to be ingood working order for a period of three years from the date of METRObilityshipment. Should the unit fail anytime during said three-year period, METRObilitywill, at its option, replace o...