Transition Networks E-TBT-HB-0802 manual

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    (E-TBT -HB-0802) 7364.A For assistance in installing, using, or maintaining the TRANSITION Networks LANMaster T8 10BaseT Ethernet™ Hub, contact TRANSITION Networks T echnical Support at: (800) 260-1312 or contact your local distributor . LANMaster T8 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot ™[...]

  • Page 2

    LANMaster T8 Compliance Information UL Listed FCC Regulations This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This [...]

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    LANMaster T8 T able of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 The LANMaster T8 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot . . . . . . . .1 LANMaster T8 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Networking the LANMaster T8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Connectors, Indicators[...]

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    LANMaster T8 18 1 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot 1. INTRODUCTION This guide is intended for the system or network administrator responsible for installing and monitoring a TRANSITION Networks LANMaster T8 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot. A working knowledge of local area network (LAN) operations, including familiarity with communications protocols u[...]

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    LANMaster T8 2 17 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot Networking the LANMaster T8 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot 10BaseT connections can be made to terminal equipment and to other LANMaster T8s. Additionally, optional Slide-In cards (SICs) can be installed at the back of the LANMaster T8 to provide a connection to the network backbone. . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    LANMaster T8 16 3 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot Connectors, Indicators and Switches Connectors Eight (8) RJ-45 10BaseT connectors are located on the front of the LANMaster T8 Hub. One (1) power connector is located on the back of the LANMaster T8 Hub. NOTE: Slide-In cards (SICs) can provide optional additional fiber optic, male and female AUI, BNC[...]

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    LANMaster T8 4 15 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot 4. OPERA TION The LANMaster T8 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot normally requires no intervention beyond occasionally monitoring the Power and Port Indicator LEDs. Monitoring Power LED The green Power LED is illuminated when the LANMaster T8 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot is connected to external power[...]

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    LANMaster T8 14 5 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot Ensuring Compliance with 5-Segment Rule To conform to the Ethernet 802.3 specification, when connecting LANMaster T8 Hubs, the transmission path between any two Data Terminating Equipment (DTE) devices can consist of no more than five segments. NOTE: A segment is the cable connection between cable in[...]

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    LANMaster T8 6 13 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot Ensuring Correct 10BaseT Configuration The 10BaseT cable and RJ-45 connectors for Hub to Terminal connections must be configured as straight through . The 10BaseT cable and RJ-45 connectors for Hub to Hub connections must be configured as crossover . NOTE: When installing the LANMaster T8 Hub using t[...]

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    LANMaster T8 12 7 8-Port Ethernet Hub w/SIC Slot 3. INST ALLA TION To install the LANMaster T8 Hub: • Unpack the LANMaster T8 Hub. • Install on flat surface. • Connect 10BaseT Cable at Front. • Optionally install Slide-In Cards. • Optionally install Slide-In Card cable. • Connect LANMaster T8 Hub to power. Direction is provided in the p[...]

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    Installing LANMaster T8 on Flat Surface To install the LANMaster T8 on table, shelf, or other flat surface: 1. Carefully turn LANMaster T8 to side. 2. Install four (4) rubber feet: • Remove protective paper from adhesive surface of rubber foot. • Position rubber foot at bottom corner of LANMaster T8. • Secure rubber foot to LANMaster T8 surfa[...]

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    Installing Slide-In Cards CAUTION: Wear a grounding device and observe electrostatic discharge precautions when installing Slide-In Cards. Failure to observe this caution could result in circuit board failure. NOTE: Slide-in Cards can be hot-swapped. To install a Slide-In Card: 1. Determine if the Slide-In Cards has an SQE switch and, if so, verify[...]