Cisco Systems CATALYST 2950 manual About this Guide, Taking Out What You Need

1About this Guide

This guide provides instructions on how to use Express Setup to initially configure your Catalyst switch. Also covered are switch management options, basic rack-mounting procedures, port and module connections, power connection procedures for both AC- and DC-powered switches, and troubleshooting help.

For additional installation and configuration information for Long-Reach Ethernet (LRE) switches and for all switch models, refer to the Catalyst 2950 documentation on Cisco.com. For system requirements, important notes, limitations, open and resolved bugs, and last-minute documentation updates, see the release notes, also on Cisco.com.

When using the online publications, refer to the documents that match the Cisco IOS software version running on the switch. The software version is on the Cisco IOS label on the switch rear panel.

You can order printed copies of the manuals from the Cisco.com sites and from the telephone numbers listed in the “Obtaining Documentation” section on page 21.

For translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, refer to the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Catalyst 2950 Switch that accompanies this guide.

2Taking Out What You Need

Follow these steps:

1.Unpack and remove the switch and the accessory kit from the shipping box.

2.Return the packing material to the shipping container, and save it for future use.

3.Verify that you have received the items shown on page 3. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative or reseller for instructions. Some switch models might include additional items that are not shown on page 3.

Equipment That You Supply to Run Express Setup

You need to supply this equipment to run Express Setup:

•PC

•Ethernet (Category 5) straight-through cable (as shown)

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