LevelOne FSW-2409TFX User Manual

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upgrade to Fast Ethernet in the future.  Ethernet 
workgroups can connect to the Switches now, and change 
adapters and hubs anytime later without needing to change 
the Switches or reconfigure the network. 
The Switches combine dynamic memory allocation with 
store-and-forward switching to ensure that the buffer is 
effectively allocated for each port, while controlling the data 
flow between the transmit and receive nodes to guarantee 
against all possible packet loss. 
The Switches are an unmanaged 10/100 Fast Ethernet 
Switch offering solutions in accelerating small Ethernet 
workgroup bandwidth. Other key features are: 
Auto-MDI function supports automatic MDI/MDIX 
crossover detection function gives true ‘plug and play’ 
capability without the need of confusing crossover 
cables or crossover ports. 
Store and forward switching scheme capability.  As 
the result of complete frame checking and error frame 
filtering, this scheme prevents error packages from 
transmitting among segments. 
NWay Auto-negotiation for any port. This allows for 
auto-sensing of speed (10/100Mbps) thereby providing 
you with automatic and flexible solutions in your 
network connections. 
Flow control for any port. This minimizes dropped 
packets by sending out collision signals when the 
port’s receiving buffer is full.  Note that flow control