HP 100BaseT User's Guide

HP AdvanceStack 100Base-T Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide

Product Overview 1-1Chapter 1: Product Overview Introduction to Fast EthernetStandard 10 Mbits/s Ethernet has served well for past generations of 28

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide1-2 Product Overview Basic Features• Transmits data at 100 Mbits/s for demanding applications• Conforms

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideProduct Overview 1-3• With the jabber lock-up function, the hub automatically stops transmissionof abnorm

Installing the System 2-1Chapter 2: Installing the SystemThis chapter provides information on installing the HP Hub-8TXE, establishingnetwork connect

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide2-2 Installing the System Connecting the Hub SystemThe HP Hub-8TXE has 8 RJ-45 ports and 1 RJ-45 cascade

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideInstalling the System 2-3 Making a Connection via the MDI Cascade Port1. To make a direct connection to a

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide2-4 Installing the Systemtraverse through both hubs, for a cable equivalent length of 72m + 72m. Thisgive

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideInstalling the System 2-5If the Link status indicator is not functioning properly, or you experience anyot

Configuring the Network 3-1Chapter 3: Configuring the NetworkThe HP Hub-8TXE allows great flexibility in configuring your network. Youcan use it in a

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide3-2 Configuring the Network Connecting Multiple HubsYou can easily connect to another hub via the MDI cas

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Hardware Reference 4-1Chapter 4: Hardware ReferenceBefore connecting any network device to this hub, please review Chapter 2 forinformation on system

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide4-2 Hardware ReferenceThe front panel array provides indicators that show the utilization of networkbandwi

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideHardware Reference 4-3 Statistical Display for System PerformanceUtilization - (Utilization%) The statist

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide4-4 Hardware ReferenceNote: If the hub displays a high collision rate, check to see if any of the connecte

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideHardware Reference 4-5Troubleshooting: If the Link LED does not light up when a device is connected to its

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide4-6 Hardware Reference Rear PanelThe rear panel on the hub includes a full-range power socket.Figure 4.3

Troubleshooting A-1Appendix A: Troubleshooting Diagnosing Hub IndicatorsThis Fast Ethernet hub can be easily monitored through its comprehensivepan

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideA-2 Troubleshooting System Diagnostics Power and Cooling ProblemsIf the Power indicator does not turn on

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideTroubleshooting A-3 LAN AdaptersMake sure the network interface hardware and software drivers for the att

Cable and Port Assignments B-1Appendix B: Port and Cable AssignmentsRJ-45 Port Figure B-1 RJ-45 Co

Package Contents iPackage ContentsCarefully unpack the contents of the package and verify them against thechecklist given below.Package Checklistæ HP

Product Specifications C-1Appendix C: Product SpecificationsTransmission Technique BasebandTopology Star or TreeAccess Method CSMA/CD, 100

Safety and Regulatory Statements D-1Appendix D: Safety and Regulatory StatementsThis chapter covers the following topics: power precautions safety

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideD-2 Safety and Regulatory StatementsSafety InformationDocumentation reference symbol. If the product is ma

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideSafety and Regulatory Statements D-3Informations concernant la sécuritéSymbole de référence à la documen

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideD-4 Safety and Regulatory StatementsHinweise zur SicherheitSymbol für Dokumentationsverweis. Wenn das Prod

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideSafety and Regulatory Statements D-5Considerazioni sulla sicurezzaSimbolo di riferimento alla documentaz

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideD-6 Safety and Regulatory StatementsConsideraciones sobre seguridadSímbolo de referencia a la documentació

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideSafety and Regulatory Statements D-7Safety Information (Japanese)

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideD-8 Safety and Regulatory StatementsRegulatory StatementsFCC Class A Statement (for U.S.A. Only)This equip

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideSafety and Regulatory Statements D-9European CommunityThis equipment complies with ISO/IEC Guide 22 and

Quick Installation iiiQuick InstallationThe HP J3235A AdvanceStack 100Base-T Hub-8TXE contains 8 100Base-TXFast Ethernet ports. The smart design buil

Product Support Services E-1Appendix E: Product Support ServicesHewlett-Packard offers support through the use of automated electronic servicesinclud

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideE-2 Product Support ServicesTo access HP FIRST, dial one of the following phone numbers:Location Phone Num

Glossary 1Glossary100BASE-TXIEEE’s specifications for 100 Mbit/s Ethernet using twisted-pair cable (100W STP orUTP). The maximum length of cable for

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guide2 GlossaryFast Ethernet100 Mbit/s network communication system based on Ethernet and the CSMA/CD accessmet

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideGlossary 3Shielded Twisted-Pair (STP)Twisted-pair wire covered with an external aluminum-foil or woven-cop

Index 1IndexAAutomatic Partitioning • 1-2Automatic Polarity Detection • 1-3CCable Assignments • B-1Configuring the Network • 3-1Connecting Multiple Hu

HP Hub-8TE Installation and Reference Guide2 IndexPPort Assignments • B-1Port Status Indicators • 4-4Power Socket • 4-6Product Features • 1-2Product S

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guideiv Quick Installation6. This hub can serve as a stand-alone repeater for small networks, can becascaded wi

About this Guide vAbout this GuideThis guide is designed for the experienced network installer. It describes howto install and operate the HP Hub-8TX

ContentsviiChapter 1: Product Overview... 1-1 Introduction to Fast Ethernet...

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference Guideviii ContentsAppendix A: Troubleshooting.... A-1 Diagnosing Hu

HP Hub-8TXE Installation and Reference GuideContents ixList of FiguresFigure 3.1 Stand-Alone Configuration ...........