Chapter 1 Product Overview
Management Options
Power Connectors
These sections describe the power supply features for the Cisco ME AC and DC switches.
Cisco ME AC Switch Power Supply
The Cisco ME AC switch is powered through an internal power supply. The AC power supply is an autoranging unit that supports input voltages between 100 and 240 VAC. Use the supplied AC power cord to connect the AC power connector to an AC power outlet.
Cisco ME DC Switch Power Supply
The Cisco ME DC switch power supply supports input voltages between –36 to –72 VDC, 1 to 2 A. See Appendix C, “Connecting to DC Power,” for instructions to connect the Cisco ME DC switch.
To order spare or replacement DC connectors, use one of these sources:
•Digi-Key, part number 277-1013-ND, www.digikey.com
•Phoenix Contact, part number 1757035, www.phoenixcontact.com
Console Port
You can connect the switch to a PC by means of the console port and an RJ-45-to-DB-9 female cable. If you want to connect the switch console port to a terminal, you need to provide an RJ-45-to-DB-25 female DTE adapter. You can order a kit (part number ACS-DSBUASYN=) containing that adapter from Cisco. For console port and adapter pinout information, see the “Connector and Cable Specifications” section on page B-1.
Management Options
These management options are available for the Cisco ME switch:
•Cisco IOS CLI
The switch CLI is based on Cisco IOS software and is enhanced to support desktop-switching features. You can fully configure and monitor the switch from the CLI. You can access the CLI either by connecting your management station directly to the switch console port or by using Telnet from a remote management station. See the switch command reference on Cisco.com for more information.
For setup instructions that use the CLI, go to Appendix D, “Configuring the Switch with the CLI-Based Setup Program.”
•CiscoView application
The CiscoView device-management application displays the switch image that you can use to set configuration parameters and to view switch status and performance information. The CiscoView application, which you purchase separately, can be a standalone application or part of a Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) platform. See the CiscoView documentation for more information.
Cisco ME 2400 Ethernet Access Switch Hardware Installation Guide
