MaxTech HX-5 User's Manual
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1. HX 5 User s Guide Section 1 Introduction The MaxTech HX 5 is a 5 port ethernet hub compliant with the IEEE 802 3 10Base T standard The five RJ 45 ports connect workstations or other devices together on a 10Base T network using unshielded twisted pair cable An additional crossover port connects this hub to a second hub using standard UTP cable for easy net work expansion A full set of LED indicators assist in network troubleshooting The package contains the following items e Hub e Power adapter e User s Guide e Mounting plate and screws Section 2 Installation 1 Locating the Hub Place the hub in a location central to your networked computers or within the maximum cable length 828 ft to the farthest computer It can be placed on a desk or it can be mounted on a wall by using the included mounting plate and screws 2 Connecting the Power Adapier Insert the round end of the power adapter cord into the hub s DC Input connector See Figure 1 Plug the transformer end of the power adapter into a 120V power outlet The hub is powered on when this connection is made Note The hub performs a self test when it is first powered on The power and link LEDs except port 1 will light The link LEDs will go off leaving only the power LED on 3 Connecting Workstations Connect one end of an unshielded twisted pair cable into the network connection of a computer Connect the other end of Figure 1 HUB Connecto2. omissions or discrepancies between the product and the manual All registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Copyright 1996 MaxTech All rights reserved No reproduction of this document in any form is allowed without written permission from MaxTech First Edition GZ DR Version 1 0
3. on nectors Use 22 26 AWG 2 or 4 pair 100 ohm ft UTP Category 3 or better cable The cable must use solid copper conductors and UL codes CM CMR and CMP are required Maximum cable length from hub to workstation is 328 100 m Appendix C Technical Support In the unlikely event you experience difficulty in the use of the product or if it does not operate as described we suggest you 1 check the Link status LED 2 check for the proper cable type category 3 3 check that the port has not been disabled by the hub due to excessive collisions or 4 consult with your dealer If you still cannot resolve the problem call the MaxTech Service Center at 201 586 8686 between 8 00 a m and 8 00 p m EST Monday through Friday If the nature of your question is related to the network operating system that you are using refer to its manual Calling the Service Center without complete and accurate information concerning the nature of the problem will be both time consuming and frustrating for you You may also reach us through 24 hour BBS 201 586 8866 24 hour Faxback 201 586 8761 Compuserve ID 71333 44 America Online Keyword Maxtech Prodigy Jump Manufacturers BB World Wide Web www maxcorp com Email support maxcorp com FTP ftp maxcorp com Appendix D Five Year Limited Warranty MaxTech warrants to the original buyer of this product against defects in material and workmanship for five years from the date of
4. purchase During the warranty period MaxTech will repair or at its option replace the product that proves to be defective provided the product has not been abused misused modified or re paired by an unauthorized center In the event the product requires service follow the procedure outlined in Techni cal Support When you are instructed by the Technical Support Representative to return the product to MaxTech for repair you will be given an RMA Return Mer chandise Authorization number You must have an RMA Number to return the product for service Use the following procedure to return the product to MaxTech 1 Return the productin its original package and packing if possible and put it in a sturdy corrugated box 2 Besuretoinclude your name address day time telephone number RMA number anda brief description of the problem also enclose acheck for out of warranty repair Enclose your check or Postal Money Order for 7 50 to cover the cost of return shipping handling Please do not send cash or stamps 4 Afterwrapping the package securely for shipping print yourname return address and the RMA clearly on the outside of your package 5 Ship the unit prepaid via UPS or the U S Postal Service to the address provided by the technician when you call We recommend that the unit be insured This warranty is valid for products sold in North America only Contact your local authorized distributor or dealer for the warrant
5. rs RJ 45 DC Crossover Power In Port RJ 45 jacks Ports 1 to 5 oe s s v z LIAdNIOGd YAAOSSOHO POL RX oO0000 COLLISION O O O O OPOWER 5 43 2 1 LINK TX Part MANO65 Rev 1 0 1 HUB005 the cable into an open port 1 through 5 except the crossover port on the hub See Figure 1 The length of the cable must be less than 328 feet 100 meters A proper network connection between the hub and an active workstation is indicated by a steady green LINK LED for that port 2 1 Connecting Hub to Hub The network can be expanded beyond five workstations by Figure 2 Connecting Hubs daisy chaining two or more hubs together The hub s fifth port features an additional cross over connection to facili tate daisy chaining hubs using standard UTP cable Plug one end of a standard UTP cable into the cross over port and the other end into a regular port 1 through 5 of a second hub see Figure 2 A maximum of 4 hubs can be connected together by daisy chaining Note The cross over port is port number 5 with a reversed pin out The cross over port and port 5 cannot be used simultaneously Section 3 LED indica
6. tors 12 LEDs see Figure 3 show the status of the hub and its network connections LED Function POWER On Hub is powered on Off Hub is powered off LINK TX On Anetwork link is established 1 through 5 Blink Data is being transmitted Flash alternately with POL RX The port has been disconnected from the network due to excessive collisions caused by the attached computer POL RX 1 through 5 On Reverse polarity of cable is corrected Blink Data is being received Flash alternately with LINK TX The port has been disconnected from the network due to excessive collisions caused by the attached computer COLLISION Blinking Two workstations have attempted to send data at the same time Figure 3 HUB LEDs POL RX O OOOO COLSON O O O O O O O Power 5 4 3 2 1 LINK TX 2 Appendix A Specifications Network Standard IEEE 802 3 Ethernet 10Base T Transfer rate 10 Mbps Topology Star Max cable length 328 ft 100 meters Ports 5 RJ 45 jacks Crossover connector 1 port 5 Auto partition Yes Polarity correction Yes Dimensions 5 1 x 3 4 x 1 1 Weight 6 oz EMI RFI FCC Part 15 Class A Temperature 0 C to 45 C operating 40 C to 70 C storage Humidity 10 to 80 operating non condensing 5 to 90 storage Power 7W 120VAC Appendix B 10 Base T Cable Requirements 10Base T networks use unshielded twisted pair cable and 8 pin RJ 45 modular c
7. y offered in other areas All warranty services must be performed by Authorized Service Centers There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit Do not remove any components or attempt to service the unit by any unauthorized service center This warranty is voided if the product has been abused misused modified or repaired by an unauthorized service center Appendix E Notices FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A 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 the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interfer ence in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Disclaimer Copyright And Other Notices The information contained in this manual has been validated at the time of this manual s production The manufacturer reserves the right to make any changes and improvements in the product described in this manual at any time and without notice Consequently the manufacturer assumes no liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors
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