Q U I CK IN S TAL L G U ID E - F L E X 8
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 (10/100Mbps 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 www.nvtphybridge.com for more information.
NOTE: Please see Page 3 for important safety instructions.
LRE/AUTO
Power
8 x RJ45 Connectors
Mode
LED
with Link/Activity LEDs
LEFT (Orange) - Link (solid)
Toggle
RIGHT (Green) - Activity (flashing)
I M P O RTA N T I NSTA LL ATIO N
I N S T R UC T I O N S
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 "PoE Power Available to
FLEX-Link, FLEX4 and FLEX-C" table.
• Ensure that your IP devices are IEEE 802.3 af/at compliant and PoE
requirements can be supported given cable type and distance.
• To ensure proper ventilation of the FLEX8, leave at least 2 inches of
unobstructed space on all sides of the unit.
• Properly mount the FLEX8 switch in its final location before connecting
endpoints. (See Mounting Options Below)
• Make sure cable between downlink ports and adapters or IP endpoints are
properly terminated before connecting to switch.
• For endpoints within standard Ethernet reach (328ft/100m) connect
directly 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 and can deliver up to 50 Watts of power.
• The FLEX-C can be deployed up to 2000ft away from the FLEX8 and can
deliver up to 30 Watts of power.
• The FLEX8 out of the box operates in 10/100 Mbps Auto Speed mode; if
10 Mbps is required, it can be forced via the mode 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 your application. Uplink ports can be daisy chained.
• Ensure power supply is securely connected to FLEX8.
• Power up the FLEX8 switch.
Downlink Port LED Indicators
Solid orange (left) means link is established
Flashing green (right) represents activity
Please correct cable infrastructure.
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FRONT
2 x 10/100/1000
Base-T Ethernet Ports
LEFT (Green) = Link (solid)
RIGHT (Green) = Activity (flashing)
BACK
(can be used for reset as well)
You are advised to register your product purchase at
www.nvtphybridge.com, under support. Doing so ensures you
are set up in our system for prompt support should you ever
require assistance.
DC Jack
M OUN TIN G OPT ION S
R A C K M OU N T C ON F IG U R AT IO N
WA L L M OU NT C O NF IG U R AT IO N
FLEX8 Switch Package Includes:
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1 x FLEX8 Unit
1 x Mounting Bracket Kit
1 x AC/DC Power Adapter
1 x Quick Install Guide
4 x Rubber Feet