Page 2 - Start Here
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide The NETGEAR Model DS508, Model DS516, and Model DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hubs arenetwork hubs that enable users to mix and match 10 and 100 megabit per second (Mbps) deviceson the same network. This mix of devices eliminates the h...
Page 3 - Package Contents; Rack mount kit
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Verify that the package contains the following items: • Model DS508, Model DS516, or Model DS524 hub • Rack mount kit • Cascade cable • Rubber footpads for tabletop installation • Warranty & Owner Registration Card • Power cord ...
Page 4 - Typical Applications
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide The Model DS508, Model DS516, and Model DS524 hubs can be used for connecting users toshared network resources such as servers, printers, and routers. All models allow for easymigration from 10 Mbps to 100 Mbps operation. Users conn...
Page 5 - Power LED; 00 Mbps Collision LED; Product Illustrations
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Front Panel of the Model DS508 Hub Front Panel of the Model DS516 Hub Front Panel of the Model DS524 Hub Normal/Uplink 8 7 6 5 100 10 4 3 2 1 100M 10M On=Link, Blinking=Receive On=Link, Blinking=Receive Power 1 10 20 >40 10 Mbps ...
Page 6 - Vista RJ-45 Network Ports with Built-In LEDs; Label
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Front-Panel LEDs The Model DS508, DS516, and DS524 hubs provide front-panel LEDs for monitoring individualports and hub status. The following table describes the front-panel LEDs and their functions. Vista RJ-45 Network Ports with B...
Page 7 - Rear Panel; Characteristic Requirement; Site Preparation
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Rear Panel The rear panel of a Model DS508, Model DS516, and Model DS524 hub has two LEDs, onelabeled Terminator and one labeled 10/100 Mbps Bridge. The Terminator LED indicates whetheror not the built-in terminator in that hub is a...
Page 9 - Install the Hub on a Flat Surface; Install the self-adhesive footpads on the bottom of the hub.; Install the Hub in a Rack; Installation Procedures; Install the Hub; #2 Phillips screwdriver
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Install the Hub on a Flat Surface If installing the hub on a flat surface such as a tabletop, make sure the bottom of the chassis isclean and dry and allow at least 2 inches of space on all sides of the hub to ensure properventilati...
Page 10 - Cascade up to Eight Hubs to Build a Larger Network; Build a Larger Network
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Cascade up to Eight Hubs to Build a Larger Network As many as eight Model DS508, Model DS516, or Model DS524 hubs can be cascaded for up to amaximum of 192 ports in a single repeater (or collision) domain. Any device connected to on...
Page 11 - Set Normal/Uplink Push Button; Link LED on each connected port is on.; Connect a PC to the Hub
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Set Normal/Uplink Push Button The Normal/Uplink push button on the front panel of the hub allows you to select the Uplink(MDI) or Normal (MDI-X) position for port 8 on the Model DS508 hub, port 16 on the ModelDS516 hub, and port 24 ...
Page 12 - Twisted Pair Cables; Cable & Connector Information; twisted pair cable
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Twisted Pair Cables For two devices to communicate, the transmitter of each device must be connected to the receiverof the other device. The crossover function is usually implemented internally as part of thecircuitry in the device....
Page 13 - Troubleshooting Information
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide RJ-45 ConnectorPin Assignment Normal Assignmenton Ports 1–8,1–16, or 1–24 Uplink Assignment on Port 8, 16, or 24 1 Input Receive Data + Output Transmit Data + 2 Input Receive Data - Output Transmit Data - 3 Output Transmit Data + In...
Page 14 - Specification; Technical Specifications
Model DS508/DS516/DS524 Dual Speed Stackable Hub Installation Guide Specification Model DS508 ModelDS516 ModelDS524 RJ-45 Network Ports 8 Ports 16 Ports 24 Ports Dimensions Width:Height:Depth: 13.0 in. (330 mm)1.7 in. (43 mm)8 in. (202 mm) Weight 4.7 lb (2.1 kg) 4.9 lb (2.2 kg) 5.1 lb(2.3 kg) AC Pow...
Page 16 - Customer Support
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