Dynex DX-GB8PRT User Manual

Power port Ports 1-8
Power LED LEDs 1-8
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DX-GB8PRT
8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Congratulations on your purchase of the DX-GB8PRT Dynex 8-Port
Gigabit Ethernet Switch. The DX-GB8PRT provides increased speed and
backbone connections to make Gigabyte a reality.
Safety Notices
• Do not use this product near water, for example, in a wet basement
or near a swimming pool.
• Avoid using this product during an electrical storm. There may be a
remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not place heavy objects on the switch.
• Allow room for adequate ventilation.
Package contents
• DX-GB8PRT Dynex 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
• Quick Setup Guide
Features
• Complies with IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p
standards
• Eight 10/100/1000M RJ45 ports
• Supports IEEE 802.1p QoS
• Support Green Ethernet technology to implement power saving
features. (In Low Power Idle mode, up to 66.22% of the power can be
saved.)
• Supports IEEE 802.3x ow control for full-duplex mode and
backpressure for half-duplex mode
• Non-blocking switching architecture that forwards and lters
packets at full wire-speed for maximum throughput
• 8K entry MAC address table of the DX-GB8PRT with auto-learning
and auto-aging
• Supports for Jumbo frames of up to 15 KB
• LED indicators for monitoring power, link, and activity
Components
Front panel
Back panel
QUICK SETUP GUIDE
Installing the switch
1 Connect the power adapter to the switch and power outlet.
2 Connect the PC(s) and other device(s) to the switch.
3 Connect the switch to the Internet.
4 Install complete connection.
LED indicators
When the switch is plugged in and receiving power, the LED indicators
respond as follows:
LED
Power
Link/Act
Ports 1-8
Status
On (green)
O
On (orange)
Flashing (orange)
On (green)
Flashing (green)
Indication
Power on
No device is connected to the corresponding port.
A 10/100 Mbps device is connected to the corresponding port.
A 10/100 Mbps device is transmitting or receiving data
through the corresponding port.
A 1000Mbps device is connected to the corresponding port.
A 1000Mbps device is transmitting or receiving data through
the corresponding port.
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Dynex DX-GB8PRT Specifications

General

Brand	Dynex
Model	DX-GB8PRT
Category	Network Router
Language	English

Summary

Safety Notices

Important Safety Precautions

Covers warnings about water, electrical storms, ventilation, and object placement for safe operation.

Product Overview

Package Contents

Lists the physical items provided in the box, including the switch and quick setup guide.

Key Features

Details IEEE standard compliance, port speeds, power saving, flow control, and jumbo frame support.

Components Identification

Identifies the front and back panel components, including ports and indicators.

Switch Setup and Operation

Installation Guide

Provides a step-by-step guide for connecting the switch to power, devices, and the internet.

LED Indicator Guide

Explains the meaning of LED statuses for power, link, and activity on the switch.

Troubleshooting and Specifications

Common Troubleshooting Issues

Addresses issues like the power LED not lighting up or link/act LEDs remaining off.

Technical Specifications

Details standards, topology, protocols, data transfer rates, network media, ports, and frame forwarding.

Legal and Warranty Information

Covers FCC compliance, limited warranty, and contact details for customer service.