HFS5T/HFS8T

5/8-Port 10/100M

Fast Ethernet Mini Switch

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FCC Warning

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the regulations for a Class

B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with this user’s guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense.

CE Mark Warning

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

VCCI Mark Warning

LIMITED WARRANTY

Hawking Technology guarantees that every HFS5T/HFS8T Switch is free from physical defects in material and workmanship under normal use for two (2) years from the date of purchase. If the product proves defective during this two-year warranty period, call Hawking Customer Service in order to obtain a Return

Authorization number. The warranty is for repair or replacement only. Hawking

Technology does not issue any refunds. BE SURE TO HAVE YOUR PROOF OF

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Introduction

Features

Package

Hardware Description

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Installation

N-way Process

Specifications

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The Hawking HFS5T/HFS8T 5/8-Port 10/100M Fast Ethernet Mini Switch is designed for easy installation and high performance. The switch provides you with a flexible, reliable, and affordable solution for your Ethernet network, and includes five/eight independent 10Base-T/100Base-TX ports. Each port delivers up to

200Mbps throughput and can operate in either half or full-duplex modes.

The HFS5T/HFS8T features an N-way auto-negotiation (or auto-sense) function

(refer to the chapter titled, “N-way Process”), which automatically adjusts the device for optimum operation, thus letting you easily migrate your 10Mbps Ethernet to

100Mbps Fast Ethernet. “Store-and-Forward” architecture filters eliminate error packets and improve efficiency. The switch also utilizes auto-MDI/MDIX technology, which enables you to use either standard Ethernet cables or crossover

Ethernet cables to connect with other devices.

With its compact size, the HFS5T/HFS8T is ideal for small to middle-sized workgroups, and use with multiple, high-speed servers to share bandwidth within

10Mbps or 100Mbps Ethernet environments. With maximum throughput of

200Mbps, any port can be used to provide workstations with a congestion-free data pipe for simultaneous access to the server. In addition, the switch can be expanded by cascading two or more switches together. The switch can be cascaded from any port and to any number of switches.

The Plug and Play HFS5T/HFS8T is powerful and reliable, and can run your high-end video, graphic, real-time gaming, multimedia, database, and mission-critical applications with ease.

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• HFS5T: (5) 10/100M auto-negotiation, auto-MDI/MDIX Ethernet ports;

HFS8T: (8) 10/100M auto-negotiation, auto-MDI/MDIX Ethernet ports

• Complies with IEEE 802.3 10Base-T and IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX standards

• Supports IEEE 802.3x flow control for full duplex operation

• Supports back pressure for half duplex operation

• Supports store-and-forward architecture and performs forwarding and filtering at non-blocking full wire-speed

• Supports “Link” and “Activity” LED modes with “Power” (on) auto diagnostic

• Supports 1K entry MAC address table

• Physical layer port polarity detection and correction function

• EMI certifications: FCC Class B, CE mark Class B, VCCI-B

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The complete HFS5T package consists of:

• One HFS5T 5-Port 10/100M Fast Ethernet Mini Switch

• One external power adapter

• One user’s manual

The complete HFS8T package consists of:

• One HFS8T 8-Port 10/100M Fast Ethernet Mini Switch

• One external power adapter

• One user’s manual

Check to make sure that the unit was not damaged during shipping and that no items are missing. If you encounter a problem, please contact your dealer.

Please read this user’s manual thoroughly, and follow the installation and operation procedures in the following pages.

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This chapter provides a description of the top panels, rear and side panels, and LED indicators of the HFS5T and HFS8T switches.

HFS5T

Top Panel

The top panel includes:

• Five “Link/Activity” LED indicators that correspond to the switch’s five RJ-

45 Ethernet ports.

• One additional “Power” (on) LED indicator.

Rear Panel and Side Panels

The rear panel includes (5) 10/100M auto-negotiation, auto-MDI/MDIX RJ-45

Ethernet ports. The left side panel includes the power port for connecting the AC power adapter. Please be sure to only use the power adapter that is included in the package.

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Description

LED Indicators

The LED indicators will help you monitor the status of each port and connected segment. The functions of the LED indicators are described below.

LED Indicators

Power

Link/Activity

The indicator is lit green when the power is on. Otherwise, it remains unlit.

These LEDs are lit when there is a connection (or link) to the desired port. The LEDs blink whenever reception or transmission (i.e., Activity) of data is taking place.

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HFS8T

Top Panel

The top panel includes:

• Eight “Link/Activity” LED indicators that correspond to the switch’s eight

RJ-45 Ethernet ports.

• One additional “Power” (on) LED indicator.

Rear Panel and Side Panels

The rear panel includes (8) 10/100M auto-negotiation, auto-MDI/MDIX RJ-45

Ethernet ports. The left side panel includes the power port for connecting the AC power adapter. Please be sure to only use the power adapter that is included in the package.

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LED Indicators

The LED indicators will help you monitor the status of each port and connected segment. The functions of the LED indicators are described below.

LED Indicators Description

Power

Link/Activity

The indicator is lit green when the power is on. Otherwise, it remains unlit.

These LEDs are lit when there is a connection (or link) to the desired port. The LEDs blink whenever reception or transmission (i.e., Activity) of data is taking place.

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The HFS5T/HFS8T is a Plug and Play network device and does not require any special setup procedures. Connect the power cord and cables correctly, and the unit is ready for use.

Switch Installation

1. Place the switch in an appropriate location. When placing the switch, two items need to be considered:

• Convenient location: The switch should be placed in a location that is central to your home or office space and allows all computers and networked devices to be connected to the switch.

• Power: The switch must be placed in a location that is accessible to a nearby electrical outlet.

2. Power on the switch by connecting the power cord.

3. Make sure that the “Power” LED is lit. If the “Power” LED does not light up, check the power cord to ensure that it is properly connected to the power outlet. If the “Power” LED still remains unlit, please contact your dealer for support.

Ethernet Port Connections

Connect user machines, servers, additional switches, hubs, or other appropriate devices to the Ethernet ports on the switch with either standard or crossover Ethernet cables.

Make sure that the corresponding LEDs are working properly. (See previous chapter for description.)

Note: Make sure that there is proper heat dissipation from and adequate ventilation around the switch.

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“Auto-negotiation” (N-way) mode automatically sets the best possible bandwidth

(10Mbps, 100Mbps) when a connection is established with another network device.

Auto-negotiation (or auto-sense) functions are determined by these set data-transfer rate priorities:

1. 100Base-TX Full Duplex (200 Mbps)

2. 100Base-TX Half Duplex (100Mbps)

3. 10Base-T Full Duplex (20Mbps)

4. 10Base-T Half Duplex (10Mbps)

Each port with N-way capability supports half/full duplex functions.

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Standards

Protocol

Ports

Switching Scheme

Flow Control

Cabling Type

MAC Address

LED Indicators

Physical Dimension

Power Adapter

Power Consumption

Agency and Regulatory

Operating Temperature

Operating Humidity

IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet

IEEE 802.3u 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet

IEEE 802.3x Flow Control

CSMA/CD

HFS5T: (5) 10/100Mbps RJ-45 Ports (support auto-

MDI/MDIX)

HFS8T: (8) 10/100Mbps RJ-45 Ports (support auto-

MDI/MDIX)

Store-and-Forward

Full Duplex: IEEE 802.3x

Half Duplex: Back Pressure

Ethernet: UTP Category 3 or better, EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm screened twisted-pair (STP)

Fast Ethernet: UTP Category 5, EIA/TIA-568 100-ohm screened twisted-pair (STP)

1K

Power Green

Link / Activity Green

Lit for successful connection, flashing for activity

125 x 69 x 30 (mm) (Width x Depth x Height)

4.92 x 2.72 x 1.18 (inches) (W x D x H)

7.5VDC/1A

HFS5T: 2.5W (max.)

HFS8T: 2.8W (max.)

FCC Class B, CE mark Class B, VCCI-B

0° - 40°C

10%-90% non-condensing

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P/N: 1907MSW105+5590

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