10M (Mbps) Dip Switch on FLEX-Base Extenders

When to Use the 10Mbps Dip Switch

The 10Mbps dip switch is a useful feature when automatic settings (AUTO mode) fail to provide a stable or reliable connection. Here are a few situations where switching to 10M may be beneficial:

• Speed Flapping: This occurs when network speeds fluctuate drastically due to various issues like signal interference, improper cable types, or hardware incompatibilities. Setting the speed manually to 10Mbps can provide a more consistent connection.
  
  
• Questionable Cabling: In cases where the cabling infrastructure is old, damaged, or not up to standard, extreme distances, maintaining high-speed connections can be difficult. Lowering the speed to 10Mbps can reduce the error rate and improve the stability of the connection.
  
  
• Improved Reliability: By eliminating the variable of auto-negotiating connection speeds, the network can operate more reliably, reducing packet loss and connection drops.

How to Use the 10Mbps Dip Switch

Using the 10Mbps dip switch is straightforward:

1. Locate the dip switch on your FLEX-Base Extender.
2. Switch it to the 10M position to manually set the connection speed to 10Mbps.
3. Observe the network performance; if stability improves, keep the settings; if not, further troubleshooting may be needed.

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