Dimension ES-1016/ES-1024 Ethernet Switch
Troubleshooting
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2.5.2 Auto-sensing MDI/MDIX ports
Each 10Base-T/100Base-TX RJ-45 MDI/MDIX port allows you to connect to a computer or to a hub using
either a straight-through or a crossover Ethernet cable.
2.5.3 Front Panel Connections
You can use unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted-pair (STP) Ethernet cables for RJ-45 ports.
The following table describes the types of network cable used for the different connection speeds.
Make sure the cable length between connections does not exceed 100 meters
(328 feet).
Table 2-1 Network Cable Types
SPEED
NETWORK CABLE TYPE
10 Base-T
100
Ω
2-pair UTP/STP Category 3, 4 or 5
100 Base-TX
100
Ω
2-pair UTP/STP Category 5
2.5.4 Front Panel LEDs
The LED Indicators give real-time information about the status of the switch. The following table provides
descriptions of the LEDs.
Figure 2-7 The Front Panel LEDs of the ES-1024
Table 2-2 The Front Panel LED Descriptions
LED
COLOR STATUS
DESCRIPTION
PWR
Green
On
The switch is on and receiving power.
Off
The switch is not receiving power.
LK/ACT
Green
On
The port is connected to an Ethernet network.
Off
The port is not connected to an Ethernet network.
Blinking The port is receiving or transmitting data.
Orange On
The port is operating in full-duplex mode.
Blinking Packet collision occurred on this port.
FD/COL
Off
The port is operating in half-duplex mode.
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