Quick Install Guide: FLEX8
The NVT Phybridge FLEX8 plug-and-play long reach 1, 2 or 4 Pair UTP PoE Switch is a
versatile, secure, high-powered, enterprise-class solution that delivers fast Ethernet
(100Mbps full duplex, symmetrical) and up to PoE++ (50W per port) over 4-pair UTP for
up to 2,000ft (610m) – that's 6Xs the distance of typical PoE switches. Visit
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for more information.
NOTE: Please see page 3 for important safety instructions
Installation Details
NOTE: If you are considering single pair UTP deployment, you will require the
FLEX-Link and FLEX4 adapters to be locally powered.
Review installation instructions and the Distance and Power Table.
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Ensure that your IP devices are IEEE 802.3 af/at compliant and PoE
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requirements can be supported given cable type and distance.
To ensure proper ventilation of the FLEX8, leave at least 2 inches of
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unobstructed space on all sides of the unit.
Properly mount the FLEX8 switch in its final location before connecting
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endpoints. (See Mounting Options Below)
Make sure cable between downlink ports and adapters or IP end points are
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properly terminated before connecting to switch. NOTE: Single port adapters
will establish a connection with the head end switch after an IP end point is
connected.
For endpoints within standard Ethernet reach (328ft/100m) connect directly
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to downlink ports. For extended reach, use FLEX adapters (FLEX-C, FLEX-Link
or FLEX4) in between the end point and the switch.
The FLEX-Link and FLEX4 can be deployed up to 2000ft away from the FLEX8
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and can deliver up to 50 Watts of power.
The FLEX-C can be deployed up to 2000ft away from the FLEX8 and can
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deliver up to 30 Watts of power.
The FLEX8 out of the box operates in 10/100 Mbps Auto Speed mode; if 10
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Mbps is required, it can be forced via the speed toggle located on the front of
the unit.
The forced 10Mbps feature can be used when the auto negotiation is
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not achieving a link between the switch and adapter.
Connect the uplink GbE 1 or GbE 2 port to the network switch or directly to
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your application. Uplink ports can be daisy chained.
Ensure power supply is securely connected to FLEX8.
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Power up the FLEX8 switch.
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FLEX8 Switch
FLEX8 Package Includes:
1 x FLEX8 Unit
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1 x Mounting Bracket Kit
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1 x AC/DC Power Adapter
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1 x Quick Install Guide
4 x Rubber Feet
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Downlink Port LED Indicators
Solid orange (left) means link is established
Flashing green (right) represents activity
Both orange and green flashing (2x per second) represents
a short on line. Please correct cable infrastructure.
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