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Contents
About This Guide
Who Should Use This Guide ...............................................................................................................xiii
How to Use This Guide ...................................................................................................................... xiv
Related Documents ........................................................................................................................... xiv
Conventions Used in This Guide ........................................................................................................ xv
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview ............................................................................................................................................1-1
A2H254-16 ..................................................................................................................................1-2
Stack Connections .......................................................................................................................1-3
Redundant Power Supply Capability ...........................................................................................1-3
Connectivity .......................................................................................................................................1-4
Management ......................................................................................................................................1-5
Switch Configuration Using WebView .........................................................................................1-5
Switch Configuration Using CLI Commands ...............................................................................1-5
Standards Compatibility .....................................................................................................................1-5
LANVIEW Diagnostic LEDs ...............................................................................................................1-5
Getting Help .......................................................................................................................................1-6
Chapter 2: Network Requirements
10BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network .....................................................................................................2-1
100BASE-TX Twisted Pair Network ...................................................................................................2-2
1000BASE-T Twisted Pair Gigabit Ethernet Network ........................................................................2-2
100BASE-FX Multimode Fiber-Optic Network ...................................................................................2-2
1000BASE-FX Fiber-Optic Network ...................................................................................................2-3
Chapter 3: Hardware Installation
Considerations Prior to Installation ....................................................................................................3-2
Required Tools ...................................................................................................................................3-2
Unpacking the Switch ........................................................................................................................3-2
Installing Optional Mini-GBICs ...........................................................................................................3-3
Removing the Mini-GBIC .............................................................................................................3-6
Installing the Switch on a Flat Surface ...............................................................................................3-7
Installing the Rubber Feet ...........................................................................................................3-7
Guidelines for Flat Surface Installation ........................................................................................3-8
Rack Mounting the Switch ................................................................................................................3-9
Guidelines for Rackmount Installation .......................................................................................3-10
Attaching Brackets and Installing in Rack .................................................................................3-10
Connecting Stacking Cables ............................................................................................................3-11