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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Mounting on a cement wall ......16 Mounting on a wood wall ......... 16 Connecting the Switch ........... 17 DGS-2208 to End Node ........17 Hub/Switch to DGS-2208 ......... 17 Connecting To Network Backbone or Server .. 17 Troubleshooting ............18 Glossary ..............
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    • Do not spill food or liquids on your system components, and never operate the product in a wet environment. If the system gets wet, see the appropriate section in your troubleshooting guide or contact your trained service provider. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 4 These cables are equipped with three-prong plugs to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from a cable. If you must use an extension cable, use a 3-wire cable with properly grounded plugs. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 5 – If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all power cables from the power supplies. • Move products with care; ensure that all casters and/or stabilizers are firmly connected to the system. Avoid sudden stops and uneven surfaces. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 6: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

    2. When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging. 3. Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads, workbench pads, and an antistatic grounding strap. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    • Power Adapter Setup The setup of the DGS-2208 can be performed using the following steps: • The power outlet should be within 1.82 meters (6 feet) of the Switch. • Visually inspect the DC power jack and make sure that it is fully secured to the power adapter.
  • Page 8: Introduction

    “sleep mode” which will drastically reduce the amount of power used. 2. D-Link Green Ethernet Technology detects the length of connected Ethernet cable and adjusts power usage accordingly without affecting performance. This way, a port connected to a 10m cable only uses as much power as it needs, instead of using full power, which is only needed for 100m cables.
  • Page 9 Dividing a LAN into multiple segments is one of the most common ways of increasing available bandwidth. If segmented correctly, most network traffic will remain within a single segment, enjoying the full-line speed bandwidth of that segment. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 10 Jumbo Frame Support The DGS-2208 switch supports Jumbo Frames up to (9720 Bytes) in size. Jumbo Frame support is designed to improve network throughput and significantly reduce the CPU utilization of large file transfers such as multimedia files or large data files by enabling more efficient larger payloads per packet.
  • Page 11: Features

    Section 2 - Product Overview Features The DGS-2208 8-port 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Switch was designed for easy installation and high performance in an environment where traffic on the network and the number of users increase continuously. • D-Link’s “Green Ethernet” Technology •...
  • Page 12: Hardware Overview

    Comprehensive LED indicators display the conditions of the Switch and status of the network. A description of these LED indicators follows (see LED Indicators). The LED indicators of the Switch include Power, Link/Act, 1000Mbps, and 100Mbps. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 13 This indicator is amber-colored when the port is connected to a 100Mbps Fast Ethernet station. It is green when the port is connected to a 1000Mbps Ethernet station. It is not illuminated when the port is connected to a 10Mbps Ethernet station. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 14: Rear Panel (Connections)

    Power is supplied through an external AC power adapter. Check the technical specification section for information about the AC power input voltage. Since the DGS-2208 does not require a power button, plugging its power adapter into a power outlet will immediately power it on.
  • Page 15: Installation

    Section 3 - Installation Installation This section will explain how to connect Ethernet devices to your new D-Link switch and how to mount the switch. Before You Connect to the Network The site where you install the Switch may greatly affect its performance. Please follow these guidelines for setting up the Switch.
  • Page 16: Mounting The Switch On The Wall

    Mounting the Switch on the Wall The DGS-2208 can also be mounted on a wall. Two mounting slots are provided on the bottom of the switch for this purpose. Please make sure that the front panel is exposed in order to view the LEDs. Please refer to the illustration...
  • Page 17: Connecting The Switch

    Section 3 - Installation Connecting the Switch DGS-2208 to End Node End nodes include PCs outfitted with a 10, 100, or 1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) and most routers. An end node can be connected to the Switch via a twisted-pair Category 3, 4, 5, or 5e UTP/STP cable.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Crossover) and adjust themselves accordingly to pass data over the network. 3. What is the maximum length of Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted pair cable that can be used between the DGS-2208 and other devices such as routers, switches, computers, etc.? The maximum length of Category 3, 4 or 5 twisted pair cable that can be used between computers and other devices on a network is 100 meters or about 328 feet.
  • Page 19: Glossary

    Switch to the backbone of your network. Note that backbone ports were formerly known as designated downlink ports. backbone The part of a network used as the primary path for transporting traffic between network segments. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
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    Ethernet A LAN specification developed jointly by Xerox, Intel, and Digital Equipment Corporation. Ethernet networks operate at 10Mbps using CSMA/CD to run over cabling. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 21: D-Link Dgs-2208 User Manual

    (usually not larger than a floor or building). Characterized by high data rates and low error rates. latency The delay between the time a device receives a packet and the time the packet is forwarded out of the destination port. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 22: D-Link Dgs-2208 User Manual

    Redundant Power System. A device that provides a backup source of power when connected to the Switch. server farm A cluster of servers in a centralized location serving a large user population. SLIP Serial Line Internet Protocol. A protocol that allows IP to run over a serial line connection. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 23: D-Link Dgs-2208 User Manual

    User Datagram Protocol. An Internet standard protocol that allows an application program on one device to send a datagram to an application program on another device. VLAN Virtual LAN. A group of location- and topology-independent devices that communicate as if they are on a common physical LAN. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 24: Networking Basics

    Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter or if you already have an Ethernet adapter installed on your computer, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below.
  • Page 25: Statically Assign An Ip Address

    2000 – From the desktop, right-click My Network Places > Properties. ® • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected to your router. • Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
  • Page 26: Windows Vista ™ Users

    • Click on Start > Control Panel. Make sure you are in Classic View. Double-click on the Network and Sharing Center icon. Along the left panel in the window, click on Manage network connections. • Right-click on the Local Area Connection which represents your D-Link network adapter (or other adapter) which will be connected to your network.
  • Page 27: Technical Specifications

    10Mbps-14,880pps/100Mbps-148,810pps/ 1000Mbps-1,488,100pps Address Aging Timer Automatic Update Max Power Consumption 5.2 Watts 802.1p (4 Queues) Jumbo Frames 9720 Bytes Interface Options RJ-45 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX & 1000BASE-T Universal UTP Cable Recognition for Straight-Through or Crossover Cables (MDI/MDI-X) D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 28: Physical Specifications

    Storage: -10° - 70° C (14° - 158° F) Humidity Operating: 10% to 90% RH, Non Condensing Physical Specifications Dimensions (W x D x H) 7.8 x 4.7 x 1.24 inches (198mm x 120.5mm x 31.5mm) D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 29: Contacting Technical Support

    Appendix C - Contacting Technical Support Contacting Technical Support D-Link provides free technical support for customers within the United States and within Canada for the duration of the warranty period on this product. U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by phone.
  • Page 30: Warranty

    Any repair or replacement will be rendered by D-Link at an Authorized D-Link Service Office. The replacement hardware need not be new or have an identical make, model or part. D-Link may, at its option, replace the defective Hardware or any part thereof with any reconditioned product that D-Link reasonably determines is substantially equivalent (or superior) in all material respects to the defective Hardware.
  • Page 31 Warranty Period and is subject to the same limitations and exclusions. If a material non-conformance is incapable of correction, or if D-Link determines in its sole discretion that it is not practical to replace the non-conforming Software, the price paid by the original licensee for the non-conforming Software will be refunded by D-Link;...
  • Page 32 • The customer is responsible for all in-bound shipping charges to D-Link. No Cash on Delivery (“COD”) is allowed. Products sent COD will either be rejected by D-Link or become the property of D-Link. Products shall be fully insured by the customer and shipped to D-Link Systems, Inc., 17595 Mt.
  • Page 33: Limitation Of Liability

    This Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Trademarks: D-Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 34: Ce Mark Warning

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. For detailed warranty information applicable to products purchased outside the United States, please contact the corresponding local D-Link office. D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...
  • Page 35: Registration

    Appendix E - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 3.1 March 03, 2009 D-Link DGS-2208 User Manual...

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