Transition Networks S8TB User Guide
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1. Introduction
The S8TB is a compact 8-port 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet switch that can be used to build high-performance
switched workgroup networks. This switch is a store-and-forward device that offers low latency for high-speed
networking. The S8TB is targeted at workgroup, department or backbone computing environment at SME (small,
medium enterprise) business.
The S8TB features a “store-and-forward“ switching scheme which allows the switch to auto-learn and store
source address on the 8K-entry MAC address table.
Features
• Conforms to IEEE 802.3, 802.3u. 802.3ab, 802.3az, and 802.3x
• 8 10/100/1000 Base-T RJ-45 Ethernet ports
• Auto-MDIX on all ports
• N-Way Auto-Negotiation supported
• Store-and-Forward switching architecture
• Non-blocking full wire speed
• Backplane Bandwidth 16 Gbps
• Embedded 128k bytes memory buffer
• 8K MAC address table
• Up to 9K byte Jumbo Frame
Package Contents
Unpack the contents of the S8TB packaging and verify them to the checklist below.
• One S8TB Switch
• One Documentation Post card
• Four Rubber Feet
• Four Sponges
• One Wall Mount Kit (two brackets)
Compare the contents of your S8TB package with the standard checklist above. If any item is missing or
damaged, please contact your local dealer for service. Save the packaging materials for possible future use.