Cisco Systems 2975 manual About this Guide, Unpacking the Switch

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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, stacking guidelines, port and module connection procedures, and troubleshooting help.

For additional installation and configuration information for the switch, see the Catalyst 2975 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. For translations of the warnings that appear in this publication, see the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for the Catalyst 2975 Switch on the documentation CD. The product warranty information is also included on the documentation CD.

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.

2Unpacking the Switch

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 below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Cisco representative or reseller for instructions.

 

 

1

2

 

 

 

 

Cisco

 

Catalyst

 

 

Documentation

 

 

 

CD

Product

 

2975G

Series PoE-48

 

 

3

 

4

 

5

67

89

 

10

 

11

 

 

205076

 

 

 

1

Catalyst 2975 switch

7

Four rubber mounting feet

2

Documentation

8

Six number-8 Phillips flat-head screws

3

AC power cord

9

Four number-12 Phillips machine screws

4

Console cable

10

One black Phillips machine screw

5

Two 19-inch mounting brackets

11

Connector cover for redundant power system; two number-4 pan head screws

6

Cable guide

 

 

2

 

 

 

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Contents Catalyst 2975 Switch Getting Started Guide Unpacking the Switch About this GuideRunning Express Setup Page Refreshing the PC IP Address Command-Line Interface Managing the SwitchUsing the Device Manager Downloading Cisco Network AssistantOther Management Options Planning Switch StacksPowering Guidelines Cabling Guidelines Before You Begin Rack-MountingEquipment That You Supply Installation Warning Statements Before Attaching the BracketsAttaching the Brackets Rack-Mount the Switch Connect to the Switch Ports Connect the Stack CablesTroubleshooting Express Setup Case of DifficultyResetting the Switch Accessing Help OnlineObtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request Accessing Documentation Online