a pc can be connected to the switch via a two-pair category 3, 4, 5 utp /stp straight cable. the pc (equipped with a rj-45 10/100 mbps jack) should be connected to any of the four ports (1x -4x) for the des-1004 or eight ports (1x - 8x) for the des-1008.

   

    figure 9 des-1008 switch connected to a pc or workstation

    the led indicators for pc connection are dependent on the lan card capabilities. if led indicators are not illuminated after making a proper connection, check the pc's lan card, the cable, switch conditions and connections.

    the following are led indicator possibilities for a pc to switch connection:

    1. the 100 m led indicator comes on for a 100 mbps and stays off for 10 mbps.

    2. the link/act led indicator illuminates upon hookup.

    3. the fdx/col led indicator depends upon lan card capabilities.