Page 3 - Statement of Conditions
iii © 1995 by Intel Corporation. All rights reserved. †Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respectiveholders. Statement of Conditions In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, or reliability, Intel Corp.reserves the right to make c...
Page 4 - Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
iv Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the 100BASE-TX Stackable Hub has been suppressed in accordance withthe conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of someequipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the reg...
Page 7 - Contents; Chapter 1
i Contents Chapter 1 Overview .................................................... 1 Features............................................................................................... 1 Physical Description........................................................................... 2 Chassis ......
Page 8 - Appendix A
ii Appendix A Technical Specifications and Optional Equipment ................................................ 33 Technical Specifications .................................................................. 33 Optional Equipment ...........................................................................
Page 9 - Overview; Features
1 Overview This chapter introduces the Intel Express 100BASE-TX stackable huband covers the following topics: • A summary of the key features of the Express hub • A physical description of the Express hub and its components • A description of the upcoming optional equipment supported bythe Express h...
Page 10 - Physical Description
C H A P T E R 1 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 2 – 100BASE-T Media adapter slot to accommodate an optional media adapter that allows the repeater to be connected to other100BASE-T network devices. – MDI/MDI-X push-button switch that allows 100BASE-T port 1 to be ...
Page 11 - Chassis; Major Components
C H A P T E R 1 O v e r v i e w 3 Chassis The Express hub components are enclosed in a 19-inch (48.26-centimeter) wide chassis, which is 1.5 EIA rack-mount spaces high.The chassis consists of a metal frame and a plastic front panel, and itcontains components that are pertinent to the operation of th...
Page 12 - Front Panel
C H A P T E R 1 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 4 Front Panel The front panel of the Express hub provides 12 100BASE-T ports, anMDI/MDI-X switch, an LED matrix, a media adapter slot, and anexpansion slot. Pwr Stat RPS Col Data % Expansion Slot 1 1 13 2 14 3 15 4 1...
Page 13 - LED Matrix
C H A P T E R 1 O v e r v i e w 5 The maximum cable distance between the port and the attached deviceis 100 meters (328 feet), including all patch cables, panels, andconnectors. MDI/MDI-X Switch The MDI/MDI-X switch on the front panel of the Express hub is arecessed push-button switch that allows yo...
Page 14 - Type
C H A P T E R 1 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 6 This shows the LED matrix on the Express hub. Pwr Stat RPS Col Data % Expansion Slot 1 1 13 2 14 3 15 4 16 5 17 6 18 7 19 8 20 9 21 10 22 11 23 12 Mstr Stat Enbl Stat 24 Port Status Media Adapter Management 1 5 10 ...
Page 16 - 00BASE-T Media Adapter Slot
C H A P T E R 1 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 8 100BASE-T Media Adapter Slot The media adapter slot is located in the upper left-hand corner of theExpress hub and accommodates an optional 100BASE-T mediaadapter. A 100BASE-T media adapter allows you to connect to...
Page 17 - Rear Panel; Power Receptacle
C H A P T E R 1 O v e r v i e w 9 Rear Panel The rear panel of the Express hub provides an AC power receptacle, aRedundant Power connector, and two cascade cable connectors. 5898 Redundant Power 100-240V 5.0-3.0A47-63HZ Cascade Down Cascade Up Unit Position 123 Rear panel of the Express hub Power Re...
Page 20 - Site Preparation; Requirement
C H A P T E R 2 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 12 Site Preparation Before you install the Express hub, prepare the installation site. Makesure the operating environment meets the physical requirements of theequipment. Operatingenvironment Requirement Temperature ...
Page 21 - Package Contents; Required Tools and Materials
C H A P T E R 2 I n s t a l l i n g a n d R e m o v i n g t h e E x p r e s s H u b 13 Package Contents Before you install the Express hub, check to see that you have theseitems: Screws & Feet 5907.1 Power cord 100BASE-T hub 10 bracket screws,4 rack screwswith nylon washers 2 mounting brackets U...
Page 22 - Installing an Express hub; Installing the Hub in a Rack
C H A P T E R 2 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 14 Installing an Express hub This section provides information and instructions for installing asingle Express hub in a rack or on a table or shelf. For instructions oninstalling multiple Express hubs, see “Installin...
Page 23 - Installing the Hub on a Table or Shelf; Completing the Installation
C H A P T E R 2 I n s t a l l i n g a n d R e m o v i n g t h e E x p r e s s H u b 15 3. Insert two pan-head screws with nylon washers through each mounting bracket and into the rack. 4. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the hub to the rack. 5. Continue with “Completing ...
Page 25 - Installing Multiple Hubs; Stacking and Cascading Hubs
C H A P T E R 2 I n s t a l l i n g a n d R e m o v i n g t h e E x p r e s s H u b 17 Installing Multiple Hubs This section describes building a stack of Express hubs. Included inthis section are the guidelines for stacking and cascading Express hubsand the physical requirements for installing mult...
Page 26 - Installing Optional Modules in the Hub
C H A P T E R 2 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 18 Mounting Requirements for Installing MultipleHubs Position the hub you want to be numbered 1 at the top of the stack.When an NMM is installed in the stack, it assigns unit numbersstarting from the top of the stack...
Page 28 - Removing an Express hub
C H A P T E R 2 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 20 d. Tighten the screw locks on the cable connectors to secure the plug to the hub. e. Repeat steps a through d for all the hubs in the stack. 3. Connect the power cords to the AC power receptacles on the rear panel...
Page 32 - Network Configuration Decisions
C H A P T E R 3 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 24 Network Configuration Decisions Before connecting your network devices to the ports on the Expresshub, make sure you have made the following network configurationdecisions: • Ensure that the new connections are wi...
Page 33 - Connecting Cables to the Hub
C H A P T E R 3 P h y s i c a l C o n f i g u r a t i o n G u i d e l i n e s 25 Connecting Cables to the Hub You can connect devices directly to ports on the Express hub, or toports on installed media adapter and host modules. This illustrationshows how to connect UTP or STP cable to RJ-45 connecto...
Page 34 - Verifying Installation; Checking the LEDs
C H A P T E R 3 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 26 Verifying Installation After you complete all port and power connections to the Express hub,verify that the installation is successful by observing the LEDs on thefront panel of the hub. This section provides info...
Page 35 - LED; Other Items To Check
C H A P T E R 3 P h y s i c a l C o n f i g u r a t i o n G u i d e l i n e s 27 • If an optional module is installed in the expansion slot, theExpansion Slot Stat LED lights green to indicate the module in theexpansion slot has passed the confidence test and is operatingnormally. • If an optional N...
Page 36 - Unit Numbering Convention
C H A P T E R 3 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 28 Unit Numbering Convention This section provides information about the hub unit numberingconvention. The unit numbering convention is invoked when an NMMis installed in one of the Express hubs in a stack. When Expr...
Page 38 - Connecting 100BASE-T Workstations to the Hub
C H A P T E R 3 I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 30 Connecting 100BASE-T Workstations to the Hub You can connect up to 12 workstations to 12 fixed ports with RJ-45connectors on the Express hub, provided that the workstations areconfigured to operate at 100 Mbps (se...
Page 39 - 00BASE-T Switched LAN
C H A P T E R 3 P h y s i c a l C o n f i g u r a t i o n G u i d e l i n e s 31 100BASE-T Switched LAN Integrating switching into the network enables networkmicrosegmentation, which increases the total capacity andperformance of the network. You can add 100 Mbps workgroups to thenetwork and connect...
Page 41 - Technical Specifications; Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility
33 Appendix A:TechnicalSpecifications andOptional Equipment This appendix provides technical specification for the Express100BASE-TX stackable hub. It also describes optional equipmentsupported by the Express hub. Technical Specifications Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility IEEE 802.3u 100B...
Page 42 - Physical Specifications; Electromagnetic Emissions; Electromagnetic Susceptibility
A P P E N D I X A I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 34 Physical Specifications Dimensions: 11.18 (l) by 17.25 (w) by 2.57 (h) in 28.40 (l) by 43.82 (w) by 6.53 (h) cm Weight: 10.0 lbs (4.5 kg) with filler panels installed 12.3 lbs (5.6 kg) with an NMM and a media ad...
Page 43 - Interface Options; Optional Equipment; Media Adapters
A P P E N D I X A T e c h n i c a l S p e c i f i c a t i o n s a n d O p t i o n a l E q u i p m e n t 35 Interface Options RJ-45 connectors for Category 5 UTP (2-pair wire) and 100-ohm STP(2-pair wire) 100BASE-TX Ethernet interface Fiber optic SC connectors for 100BASE-FX Ethernet interface within...
Page 44 - Network Management Module; 00BASE-TX Host Modules
A P P E N D I X A I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 36 Network Management Module The 100BASE-T NMM fits into the expansion slot and allows you toextend per-port advanced Simple Network Management Protocol(SNMP) management functions to each Express hub in your stack....
Page 48 - Connector; Repeater Rules
A P P E N D I X B I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 40 The following table lists the cable and connector types and the codingscheme that each media specification uses: Mediaspecification Cable type(s) Connector type(s) Codingscheme 100BASE-TX Cat. 5 UTP(2-pair wire)...
Page 49 - Network Topology Extensions
A P P E N D I X B 1 0 0 B A S E - T T o p o l o g y R u l e s a n d G u i d e l i n e s 41 This table lists the maximum diameter of Class I repeater collisiondomains when copper, fiber, and mixed copper and fiber media typesare used: RepeaterModel Copperlinksonly Fiberlinksonly Multiplecopper links(...
Page 53 - Cable type
A P P E N D I X B 1 0 0 B A S E - T T o p o l o g y R u l e s a n d G u i d e l i n e s 45 After you calculate values for each network device in the path, usethese values to determine the PDV for all paths in your network. Ifyour path delays exceed 512 bit times, your network may suffer fromlate col...
Page 54 - DTE types
A P P E N D I X B I n t e l E x p r e s s 1 0 0 B A S E - T X S t a c k a b l e H u b 46 2. Add the LSDVs for all the segments in the path. 3. Determine the delay for each repeater in the path. Repeater delay values are specified in bit times. The defaultmaximum repeater delay value for a Class 1 re...
Page 55 - Index; A – C
47 Index 100 Mbps adapter cards, 24, 30workgroups, 31 100BASE-FX Media Adapter description, 35in media adapter slot, 8installation guidelines, 18network configuration, 31 100BASE-FX media specification, 40100BASE-T network configurations 100BASE-T shared LAN, 29100BASE-T switched LAN, 31 100BASE-T n...
Page 56 - D – F
I N D E X 48 chassis, internal components, 3Class I and Class II repeaters, 40Class I repeater collision domains, 41coding schemes, media specifications, 40Col LED, operating conditions, 6collision domains, Class I repeaters, 41confidence test, 26configuring network devices, 24connecting cables to 1...
Page 57 - M – P
I N D E X 49 Expansion Slot Stat operating conditions, 7verifying installation, 27 Management Mstr verifying installation, 27 Management Stat operating conditions, 7verifying installation, 27 Media Adapter 1 operating conditions, 7verifying installation, 26 Port Status operating conditions, 7verifyi...
Page 59 - Intel customer support; Intel BBS
51 Intel customer support Internet FTP andWorld Wide Web Download files or otherinformation from Intel’sWorld Wide Web site or byanonymous FTP. CompuServe* Intel Forum. Must be aCompuServe subscriber.Dial in by modem (7-E-1, up to 28.8Kbps). Intel BBS Connect to Intel’sbulletin board service.Dial in...
