Installation Guide

8-Port 10G Multi-Gigabit Desktop/Rackmount Switch

Models: DS108X & DS1008X

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Appearance

Front Panel

LEDs

• Power LED: On: Power on; Off: Power off.
• Port LED: When one of the LED is on/flashing: On: Connecting to a device but no activity. Flashing: Transmitting or receiving data.
• Left LED (10G/5G): Green: Running at 10 Gbps. Amber: Running at 5 Gbps.
• Right LED (2.5G/1G/100M): Green: Running at 2.5 Gbps. Amber: Running at 100/1000 Mbps.

Rear Panel

• 10 Gbps RJ45 Port
• Kensington Security Slot: Secure the lock (not provided) into the security slot to prevent the device from being stolen.
• Power Socket: Plug the female connector of the power cord directly into the power socket and plug the male connector into an AC outlet. Ensure the voltage of the power supply meets the requirement of the input voltage (100-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz).
• Grounding Terminal: The switch comes with a lightning protection mechanism. You can also ground the switch through the PE (Protecting Earth) cable of the AC cord or with a Ground Cable.

Installation

Note: The images in this guide are for demonstration only and may differ from your actual product.

Method 1: Desktop Installation

1. Remove the adhesive backing papers from the feet.

2. Attach the feet to the bottom of the switch to prevent it from slipping when placed on a desktop.

Note: Place nothing on the top of the switch to avoid blocking the top ventilation openings for better cooling. Leave at least 7.6 cm (3 inches) gaps around the device, especially the vertical space above, for air circulation.

Method 2: Rack Installation

Mount devices in sequence from the bottom to top of the rack and ensure a certain clearance between devices for the purpose of heat dissipation.

Notes:

• Leave 5 to 10 cm gaps around the devices for air circulation.
• Avoid placing heavy things on the device.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
• For DS108X: The preferred rack-mounting position is at the base of the rack or cabinet (for optimal cooling) or below as many of the other products as can be accommodated.

Connection

Connect the switch to your router or gateway using an Ethernet cable plugged into the WAN port of the router/gateway and a LAN port on the switch. Then connect your network devices (e.g., NAS/Server, Workstation, Gaming Computer, 8K Video, Wi-Fi 6 AP) to the Ethernet Ports (1-8) on the switch. Ensure the AC power cord is connected to the switch and plugged into an AC outlet.

Specifications

General Specifications

Environmental and Physical Specifications

Site Requirements

Temperature/Humidity

Keep the equipment room at an appropriate level of temperature and humidity. Too much or too little humidity may lead to bad insulation, leakage of electricity, mechanical property changes, and corrosion. High temperatures may accelerate aging of the insulation materials, significantly shortening the service life of the device. To find out the best temperature and humidity conditions for the device, check the following table.

Clearness

The dust accumulated on the switch can be absorbed by static electricity and result in poor contact of metal contact points. Some measures have been taken for the device to prevent static electricity, but too strong static electricity can cause deadly damage to the electronic elements on the internal circuit board. To avoid the effect of static electricity on the operation of the switch, attach much importance to the following items: Dust the device regularly, and keep the indoor air clean to ensure that the ventilation holes are not blocked. Keep the device well grounded and ensure that the static electricity has been transferred.

Electromagnetic Interference

Electronic elements including capacitance and inductance on the device can be affected by external interferences, such as conducted emission by capacitance coupling, inductance coupling, and impedance coupling. To decrease the interferences, make sure to take the following measures: Use the power supply that can effectively filter interference from the power grid. Keep the device far from high-frequency and strong-current devices such as radio transmitting station. Use electromagnetic shielding when necessary.

Lightning Protection

Extremely high voltage currents can be produced instantly when lightning occurs and the air in the electric discharge path can be instantly heated up to 20,000 °C. As this instant current is strong enough to damage electronic devices, more effective lightning protection measures should be taken. Ensure that the rack and the device are well earthed. Make sure the power socket has a good contact with the ground. Keep a reasonable cabling system and avoid induced lightning. Use the signal SPD (Surge Protective Device) when wiring outdoor.

Note: For detailed lightning protection measures, refer to the Lightning Protection Guide of our website: https://www.tp-link.com/us/configuration-guides/lightning_protection_guide

Installation Site

When installing the device on a rack or a flat workbench, attach much importance to the following items: The rack or workbench is flat, stable, and sturdy enough to support the weight of 5.5 kg at least. The rack or workbench has a good ventilation system. The equipment room is well ventilated. The rack is well grounded. Keep the device less than 1.5 meters away from the power socket.

Safety Precautions

To avoid any device damage and bodily injury caused by improper use, you should observe the following rules:

• Keep the power off during the installation.
• Wear an ESD-preventive wrist strap, and make sure that the wrist strap has a good skin contact and is well grounded.
• Use only the power cord provided with the switch.
• Make sure that the supply voltage matches the specifications indicated on the rear panel of the switch.
• Ensure that the switch is installed in a well-ventilated environment and its ventilation hole is not blocked.
• Do not open or remove the cover of the switch.
• Before cleaning the device, cut off the power supply. Do not clean it by the waterish cloth, and never use any other liquid cleaning method.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.

For DS108X, you should note the following:

• Avoid blocking any ventilation openings on the top, sides, rear, or front of the switch. Ensure that the airflow around the switch is not restricted.
• Beware of hot surface. Note that a fanless switch usually operates with a warmer enclosure than the normal one, but it has no effect on functionality or performance of the switch.

Declarations of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863. The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/en/ce.

UK Declaration of Conformity

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016. The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp-link.com/support/ukca/.

Safety Information

• Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact TP-Link.
• Place the device with its bottom surface downward.
• The plug on the power supply cord is used as the disconnect device; the socket-outlet shall be easily accessible.
• Plug the product into the wall outlets with earthing connection through the power supply cord.
• The protective earthing terminal must be connected to the installation protective earthing conductor.

CAUTION: Double pole, neutral fusing. Disconnect mains before servicing.

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. TP-Link cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of the device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.