freeConnect 2400
24-port 10/100 Unmanaged Switch
USER’S MANUAL
P/N: S002410000
Rev. 1.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 GENERAL INFORMATION..................................................................................................................2
1.1 OVERVIEW.....................................................................................................................................2
1.2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................2
1.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS...................................................................................................................... 2
2 INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................3
2.1 INSTALLATION TIPS ......................................................................................................................... 3
2.2 MOUNTING IN A RACK .....................................................................................................................3
2.3 FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................................................4
2.4 REAR PANEL .................................................................................................................................. 4
3 SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................5
3.1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................. 5
4 CERTIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................6
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1 General Information
1.1 Overview
The freeConnect 2400 provides an easy and inexpensive way to create or extend your network.
With its 24 10/100Mbps ports supporting up to 200 Mbps of bandwidth per port, adding
additional clients is fast and simple. Its chassis is designed to fit into a standard 19” rack and
only takes up 1U of space, ideal for medium to large workgroups.
The freeConnect 2400 uses store-and-forward switching to ensure that the buffer is allocated
efficiently for each port, while controlling the data flow between nodes to prevent packet loss.
1.2 Safety Instructions
If one of the following situations arises, the equipment should be checked by service personnel.
• The power cord is damaged.
• Liquid has leaked into the equipment.
• The equipment has been exposed to excessive moisture.
• The equipment does not work properly and you can not get it to work after reading this
manual.
• The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
• The equipment shows obvious signs of damage.
1.3 Package Contents
The complete freeConnect 2400 package consists of:
• freeConnect 2400 24-port Switch
• AC Power Cord
• Four Rubber Feet
• Screws and Mounting Brackets
• User Manual CD
Ensure that the unit was not damaged during shipping. If you encounter a problem, please
contact your dealer.
Read this manual thoroughly, and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to
prevent any damage to the product and/or any of the devices connected to it.
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2 Installation
2.1 Installation Tips
When installing the freeConnect 2400, keep the following points in mind:
• Install the unit in a cool and dry place. Refer to the specifications (Section 3.1) for details on
permissible temperature and humidity ranges.
• Install the unit in a location free from electromagnetic interference, vibrations, dust, and
direct exposure to sunlight.
• Leave at least 4” (10 cm) of space at the front and rear of the unit for ventilation.
• Install the unit on a strong, sturdy surface that can support its weight, or in an EIA standard-
size rack.
• When placing the unit on a surface, attach the rubber feet included with the unit to prevent
scratching the surface.
2.2 Mounting in a Rack
The switch can be mounted in an EIA standard-size, 19-inch rack, which can be placed in a
wiring closet along with other equipment. Attach the mounting brackets to the switch’s front
panel (one on each side), and secure them with the screws provided (Figure 2-1).
Figure 2-1: Attaching Brackets
Once the brackets are attached, use the screws provided with the rack to install the unit into the
rack (Figure 2-2).
Figure 2-2: Mounting in a Rack
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2.3 Front Panel
The following items can be found on the front panel of the freeConnect 2400 (Figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3: Front Panel
Power LED
This indicator will light up green when the switch is receiving power.
Link / Activity LED
The LED for each port will light up green when the port is connected to an active device, and will
flash when data is being transmitted or received.
100Mbps LED
The LED for each port will light up green when the port is connected to a device that supports
100Mbps Fast Ethernet. If there is no connection or the connection is only 10Mbps Ethernet,
the LED will be off.
Ethernet Ports
These ports support automatic MDI/MDIX crossover detection which gives you true ‘plug and
play’ capability when it comes to using straight-through cables or crossover cables. With this
feature, you won’t have to worry about whether you need a straight-through or crossover
network cable, the freeConnect 2400 will automatically detect the type of cable and compensate
for it if necessary.
2.4 Rear Panel
The AC power receptacle is located on the rear panel of the freeConnect 2400 (Figure 2-4).
The receptacle is a three-pronged connector that connects to the power cable included with the
unit. Supported input voltage ranges are 100-240 AC at 50-60Hz.
Figure 2-3: Rear Panel
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3 Specifications
3.1 Product Specifications
freeConnect 2400
General
Standards IEEE 802.3 10BASE-T Ethernet
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet
Protocols CSMA/CD
Data Transfer Rate Ethernet: 10Mbps (half duplex), 20Mbps (full-duplex)
Fast Ethernet: 100Mbps (half duplex), 200Mbps (full-duplex)
Topology Star
Network Cables 10BASE-T: 2-pair UTP Cat. 3, 4, 5, 5e, 6, 7, EIA/TIA- 568
100-ohm STP
100BASE-TX: 2-pair UTP Cat. 5, 5e, 6, 7, EIA/TIA-568 100-
ohm STP
Number of Ports 24 x 10/100Mbps Auto-MDI ports
Physical and Environmental
AC Inputs 100 to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz internal universal power supply
Power Consumption 6.4 watts (max.)
Temperature Operating: 32°F - 104°F (0°C - 40°C)
Storage: 14°F - 158°F (-10°C – 70°C)
Humidity Operating: 10% - 90%
Storage: 5% - 90%
Dimensions (W x H x D) 17.3” x 5.5” x 1.7” (440 x 140 x 44 mm)
EMI FCC Class A, CE Mark Class A, VCCI Class A
Safety UL, cUL
Performance
Transmission Method Store-and-forward
RAM Buffer 2.5Mbits per device
Filtering Address Table 8K entries per device
Packet Filtering/Forwarding Rate 10Mbps Ethernet: 14,880/pps
100Mbps Fast Ethernet: 148,800/pps
MAC Address Learning Automatic
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4 Certifications
FCC Warning
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the regulations 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 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 the
user’s expense.
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
VCCI Warning
This is a product is compliant with VCCI Class A specifications.
UL Warning
a) Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature-If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly,
the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room
ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the manufacturer's maximum rated ambient temperature
(Tmra).
b) Reduced Air Flow - Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of
air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
c) Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a
hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
d) Circuit Overloading - Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to
the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of circuits might have on over current
protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings
should be used when addressing this concern.
e) Reliable Earthing - Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to
the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips).
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