The power port is located on the side panel of the Switch (see Figure 2-3).
(power) The power port is where you will connect the included power
adapter.
The security slot is located on the other side panel (see Figure 2-4).
(security slot) The security slot is where you can attach a lock so the Switch
will be protected from theft.
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Chapter 2: Getting to Know the
10/100 Switch
Planning Your Network Layout
The 5-, 8-, and 16-Port 10/100 Switches differ in number of LEDs and ports.
Pictured here is the 5-Port 10/100 Switch; however, the other Switches are sim-
ilar in form.
System Green. The System LED will light up when the Switch is
powered on.
1-5, 1-8, or 1-16 Green. Each LED will light up when there is a connection
made through its corresponding port. It will flash when there
is activity on its corresponding port.
The network ports are located on the back panel of the Switch.
1-5, 1-8, or 1-16 These ports are connection points for PCs and other network
devices, such as additional switches.
Overview
Figure 2-1
Front Panel LEDs
Back and Side Panel Features
Figure 2-2
Figure 2-3
Figure 2-4
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