Netgear M5300-28G (GSM7228S) - ProSAFE 24-port Gigabit L2+ Managed Stackable Switch Hardware Manual

Check the Installation

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Inspect the equipment thoroughly.

Verify that all cables are installed correctly.

Check cable routing to ensure that cables are not damaged and do not create a safety 

hazard.

Be sure that all equipment is mounted properly and securely.

Connect to Power and Check the LEDs

The switch does not have an On/Off switch. The only way to apply or remove power is to 
connect or disconnect the power cord. Before you connect the power cord, select an AC 
outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch (which can turn off power to the switch). 

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Connect one end of the AC power adapter cable to the rear of the switch, and the other 

end to a grounded three-prong AC outlet.

Check the Power LED on the front panel of the switch. The LED lights up in the following 

sequence:

The LED turns yellow as the switch runs a power-on self-test (POST). 

If the switch passes the test, the LED turns green. The switch is working and ready to 
pass data. 

If the POST fails, the Power LED blinks yellow. 

If the Power LED does not light up, check that the power cable is plugged in correctly and 
that the power source is good. For help with troubleshooting, see 

22.”

SFP+ and SFP Modules

SFP+ and SFP modules (sold separately) can be inserted directly into the switch ports.