Enterasys Networks A2H254-16 User Manuals

Table of Contents

• Hardware Installation Guide

  1
• Notice

  3
• Contents

  11
• About This Guide

  15
  • Important Notice

    15
  • Who Should Use This Guide

    15
  • How to Use This Guide

    16
  • Related Documents

    16
  • Conventions Used in This Guide

    17
• Introduction

  19
  • Important Notice

    19
  • Overview

    19
    • A2H254-16

      20
    • Stack Connections

      21
    • Redundant Power Supply Capability

      21
  • Connectivity

    22
  • Management

    23
    • Switch Configuration Using WebView

      23
    • Switch Configuration Using CLI Commands

      23
    • Standards Compatibility

      23
    • LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs

      23
  • Getting Help

    24
• Network Requirements

  25
  • 10BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network

    25
  • 100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network

    26
  • 1000BASE-T Twisted Pair Gigabit Ethernet Network

    26
  • 100BASE-FX Multimode Fiber-Optic Network

    26
  • 1000BASE-FX Fiber-Optic Network

    27
• Hardware Installation

  29
  • Important Notice

    29
  • Considerations Prior to Installation

    30
  • Required Tools

    30
  • Unpacking the Switch

    30
  • Installing Optional Mini-GBICs

    31
    • Preparation

      31
    • Installation

      32
    • Removing the Mini-GBIC

      34
  • Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface

    35
    • Installing the Rubber Feet

      35
    • Guidelines for Flat Surface Installation

      36
  • Rack Mounting the Switch

    37
    • Guidelines for Rackmount Installation

      38
    • Attaching Brackets and Installing in Rack

      38
  • Connecting Stacking Cables

    39
  • Configuring Switches in a Stack

    40
    • About SecureStack A2 Switch Operation in a Stack

      40
    • Recommended Procedures for New and Existing Stacks

      42
    • Important

      42
    • Installing a New Stackable System of Up to Eight Switches

      42
    • Adding a New Switch to an Existing Stack

      43
    • Important Considerations About Using Clear Config in a Stack

      43
  • Connecting AC and RPS-SYS Power

    43
    • AC Power

      43
    • C2RPS-SYS Redundant Power System

      45
    • Stack Initialization Overview

      46
  • Connecting to Console Port for Local Management

    46
    • What Is Needed

      46
    • Connecting to an IBM or Compatible Device

      47
    • Connecting to a VT Series Terminal

      48
    • Connecting to a Modem

      49
  • Connecting to the Network

    51
    • Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to Fixed MT-RJ Ports

      51
    • Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to MT-RJ Mini-GBIC Ports

      53
    • Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables to LC Mini-GBIC Ports

      55
    • Connecting UTP Cables to RJ45 Ports

      57
  • Completing the Installation

    61
    • Initial Logon to Switch Management

      61
• Troubleshooting

  63
  • Using LANVIEW

    64
  • Troubleshooting Checklist

    68
  • Using the Reset Password Button

    70
• Specifications

  71
  • Switch Specifications

    71
  • Mini-GBIC Input/Output Specifications

    73
  • Gigabit Ethernet Specifications

    74
    • MGBIC-LC01/MGBIC-MT01 Specifications (1000BASE-SX)

      74
    • MGBIC-LC03 Specifications (1000BASE-SX)

      74
    • MGBIC-LC09 Specifications (1000BASE-LX)

      75
    • MGBIC-08 Specifications (1000BASE-ELX)

      76
    • MGBIC-02 Specifications (1000BASE-T)

      76
  • Console Port Pinout Assignments

    77
  • Regulatory Compliance

    77
• Index

  79
  • Numerics

    79
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  • E

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  • F

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  • I

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  • L

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  • M

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  • N

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  • P

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  • R

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  • S

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  • T

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  • U

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  • V

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  • W

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